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The Eighty expands the potential of Yamaha's storied '70s classic with a third synth layer, expanded modulation options and extra effects

It goes without saying that helmets have come a long way from being just protective pieces of gear. These days, they’re probably more of a status symbol than anything else. You know, a way to flex on your buddies at bike night? And while I’d like to believe that all…

Powersports is indeed for everyone. There are folks who ride off-road vehicles simply for the fun factor. Meanwhile, others depend on their ATVs and UTVs to literally survive—navigating the remote wilderness, managing daily chores around their properties, or even running a business.Over the years, we’ve seen UTVs evolve from barebones off-roaders…

For many riders, myself included, sportbikes were the reason we fell in love with motorcycling. I don’t know, there’s just something about the way they look, the way they sound, and of course, the way they feel that gets your heart racing even when you’re sitting in your driveway.We all…

It goes without saying that e-bikes are pretty damn cool. I’ve long believed they’ll play a major role in the future of how people get around. And with big names like Shimano, Bosch, and Yamaha rolling out innovations in the e-bike scene, the market is buzzing with new tech left…

There's something immensely sad about industries losing key players. Not just because of the loss of jobs that industry provided, but also because of the history behind the brands. The people it touched, the lands it conquered, the fun it provided, and the competition it bred. That's the case with Yamaha's…

Francesco Bagnaia has admitted that he pondered over the mistakes he made during an unsuccessful MotoGP title bid in 2024 while on his honeymoon during the off-season.

HJC just has to be up there in the big leagues when it comes to motorcycle helmets. I mean, the brand proclaims itself as the “#1 in the World,” and this tagline is proudly printed on every box its helmets are sold in. Now, whether or not that’s a claim…

Ducati's rise to the top of the pecking order in MotoGP has coincided with the fall of Japanese giants Honda and Yamaha. Long the championship's dominant force and title favourites, both have gradually slipped down the order and are now battling to avoid finishing last in the standings.

Ducati's rise to the top of the pecking order in MotoGP has coincided with the fall of Japanese giants Honda and Yamaha. Long the championship's dominant force and title favourites, both have gradually slipped down the order and are now battling to avoid finishing last in the standings.

Our world is full of weird and wonderful motorcycles. Some of them are badass—think low-slung cruisers like those from Harley and Indian. Meanwhile, others are razor-sharp—think the crop of hyper-naked and supersports from Europe. But at the same time, some bikes are just weird. You know, like they’re not quite…