As a reminder, we’re taking final week (and this one) to cowl the scads of cool bikes, new tech and partnerships that have been at EICMA 2025 this yr. Since we lined new stuff from BMW, MV AGusta, Norton, Royal Enfield, Suzuki and CFMoto final week, we’ll be turning to the next stuff for at this time:
- Ducati wouldn’t have joined the enjoyable in the event that they couldn’t launch some new machines of their very own; on this case, the MotoGP championship festivities include a brand new Hypermotard V2/SP, in addition to views of their New Panigale V4R.
- Harley-Davidson has formally joined MotoGP! EICMA confirmed off a racing prototype for the world’s very first bagger racing cup devoted solely to high-performance racing baggers!
- Honda’s industry-first V3R 900 E-Compressor has debuted. It is a lovely bike, and one that’s set to revolutionize the model’s whole lineup. Included within the new stuff is the big-bore, no-nonesense CB1000GT, full with Honda’s 2017 Fireblade engine, 150hp, 102nm of torque, Showa digital suspension, 229kg weight score and 21L tank.
- Yamaha couldn’t be overlooked, in order that they introduced their tech-uprated 2026 R7 and extra seventieth anniversary liveries to indicate off (and man, are they beautiful)
- BSA is again and that includes a brand new bike they’re calling the Thunderbolt – a reputation used for the final bike made below the model identify within the Nineteen Seventies, and the best selection for this new ADV mannequin.
- From Aprilia, we’ve the looks of a brand new RSV4 and extra.
- Royal Enfield has contributed to their ICE heritage and their electrified future at EICMA; this yr, we’re seeing a bevy of bikes, from new particular editions just like the Traditional 650, the blacked-out matte Himalayan and Traditional 650 a hundred and twenty fifth Anniversary Particular Version, to a customized Shotgun 650 x Tough Crafts Drop and a brand new electrical Flying Flea Scrambler (FF.S6).
- Indian Bikes might not have revealed a brand new sort of bike at EICMA, however the girder fork design idea that they debuted was nothing in need of badass.
Let’s begin with Ducati’s choices, coming contemporary off their Ducati World Première 2026, and take ‘er to BSA at this time:
Ducati’s EICMA 2025: Hypermotard Goes V2
Panigale V4R Evolves with Extra Techy Surprises
This yr, Ducati arrived at EICMA 2025 with a full slate of updates; on the very entrance was a whole overhaul of the hooligan favourite, Bologna’s new Hypermotard V2/SP, alongside Ducati’s supersport flagship, the Panigale V4R.
Each of those bikes characterize a set of latest stuff. The Hypermotard has shed a large 29-pound drop from its predecessor and now sports activities a 890cc V2 coronary heart able to 120 horsepower at 10,750 rpm and 69 lb-ft of torque at 8,250 rpm. This engine makes use of valve springs as an alternative of Ducati’s conventional Desmo system, making upkeep simpler, whereas the uprated Hypermotard V2 SP sports activities a nifty componentry package deal that features an Öhlins suspension and Brembo M50 calipers.
In the meantime, Ducati’s grid-happy facet of the EICMA present ground held the 2026 Panigale V4R that’s formally prepared and raring to go for the up to date homologation figures accompanying this coming season’s World Superbike collection. MotoGP-derived Nook Sidepods now assist present the brand new Panigale V4 with enhanced downforce in corners (a primary for a manufacturing bike), and the US trim now reveals off a spike in energy to 208.4 hp; this weight discount is due partially ot the model’s selection of lighter pistons, a redesigned consumption, and a give attention to broad, usable torque all through the Panigale’s curve. (yay!)
A totally mechanical Öhlins suspension system joins a racing-derived gearbox full with a particular lock system, whereas the bike’s body now sports activities a shocking 40% discount in lateral stiffness.
For an in depth take a look at the brand new Hypermotard V2/SP, the Panigale V4R, try Ducati’s press launch heart on the official Ducati web site.
Harley-Davidson’s EICMA 2025: Harley Joins MotoGP with New Bagger World Cup
International Racing Collection to Kick Off Alongside MotoGP 2026
Harley-Davidson has formally joined MotoGP!
In information accompanying the model’s attendance at EICMA 2025, Harley-Davidson has unveiled the format and calendar for its very first season of the Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup. It is a season that’s set to kick off in 2026, and can span six rounds with two races per spherical, making for 12 races in complete.
The brand new World Bagger Cup will probably be operating alongside MotoGP weekends on the typical circuits of our good globe, together with the Grand Prix of The Americas (U.S.), Italy (Mugello), the Netherlands (Assen), the UK (Silverstone), Aragon (Spain), and a concluding Championship Spherical scheduled for the Pink Bull Ring (Austria).
Listed here are the primary three groups securing their spots on the grid:
- Saddlemen Racing (U.S.) – Having claimed the 2024 Mission Tremendous Hooligan Nationwide Championship, these guys have KOTB expertise and can convey a superb quantity of expertise to the brand new World Bagger Cup.
- Joe Rascal Racing (Australia) – This staff is proof that Australia wants extra racing publicity! Count on the Joe Rascal Racing staff to place their foundations in high-end bike retail and racing operations to good use on the World Bagger Cup.
- Cecchini Racing (Italy) – Greater than 30 years of paddock expertise signifies that this staff is greater than prepared for the World Bagger Cup.
Kolja Rebstock, senior vice chairman for worldwide markets, provides to all the keenness with the next quote sourced from Bike Powersports Information:
– Kolja Rebstock, senior vice chairman for worldwide markets (Bike Powersports Information) |
As for the bikes being raced, we’re advised that these machines are race-modified on the Grand American Touring platform. Weight rankings will float across the 617-pound mark, and be able to over 200 horsepower, exceeding 186 mph on the monitor. For EICMA, all of this grid-ready goodness was premiered on a purpose-built Street Glide prototype.
For an in depth take a look at the total calendar and the groups becoming a member of the Bagger World Cup grid, try Harley-Davidson’s web site protection on the subject.
Honda’s EICMA 2025: Meet the World-First V3R 900 E-Compressor Prototype
Electrification Meets Large-Bore Touring
Honda used the worldwide stage of EICMA 2025 to concurrently showcase two wildly completely different visions for its future: A sportbike with an electrical e-compressor (functioning as an electrical supercharger), and a extremely succesful, no-nonsense touring machine.
Main the cost is an industry-first V3R 900 E-Compressor prototype; this bike homes a 900cc, 75-degree V3 engine that contains a world-first electronically-controlled compressor able to extraordinarily fast-response torque and efficiency ranges (roughly akin to that of a bigger 1200cc engine), all whereas skirting the facet of environmental friendliness. Because of the compressor, we are able to additionally look ahead to extra bang for buck on the subject of our fuel tank, making for a motorbike floating across the 200hp mark and a fuel tank that will get us farther than typical, despite the near-instant out there torque all through the rev vary.
Candy.
On to Large Pink’s second contribution to the 2025 EICMA ground: The brand new CB1000GT sport-tourer. As one would possibly anticipate, this big-bore machine is engineered for long-distance consolation and excessive thrills; being constructed across the identical engine contained in the Fireblade (and CB1000 Hornet), we may be positive of a really assured 147.6 hp and 102Nm of torque out there with the addition of this machine.
A 21L gas tank, a curb weight score at 505 kilos, and top-tier components like Showa Electronically Outfitted Trip Adjustment (Showa-EERA) suspension and 6-axis IMU-based Cornering ABS be part of a quickshifter. The addition of normal removable panniers and heated grips makes the CB1000GT a real powerhouse, and we are able to’t wait to take the factor on the open street.
For an in depth take a look at Honda’s groundbreaking V3R E-Compressor and the brand new CB1000GT, make sure to try Honda’s newsroom.
Yamaha’s EICMA 2025: Up to date R7 Showcased Alongside seventieth Anniversary Liveries
New Electronics and Traditional Racing Seems to be for 2026
Whereas different manufacturers have been busy breaking the financial institution within the pursuit of showcasing some significantly novel tech, Yamaha has contributed… an honest unfold.
It ain’t beating Honda anytime quickly, although, so we’ll hold it brief and candy.
November revealed a considerably up to date 2026 YZF-R7 for Yammie’s using neighborhood. That is the R7’s first main technical overhaul because the firm first launched the factor; in a nutshell, the R7 now has Yamaha has the subtle electronics package deal of their flagship R1. This implies a six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) now permits a brand new suite of security aids by no means earlier than seen on this explicit middleweight twin, together with however not restricted to lean-sensitive Traction Management, Slide Management, Wheelie Management, and Cornering ABS.
A Yamaha Chip Managed Throttle (YCC-T) now managed the R7’s common 689cc CP2 parallel-twin coronary heart, whereas a lighter body with higher rigidity rankings rolls on lighter SpinForged alloy wheels. An iconic white-and-red speed-block livery – impressed by the legendary 1999 YZF-R7 Superbike – completes the R7’s ensemble, commemorating 70 years of Yamaha Motor Firm (as of 2026, that’s).
Right here’s a short-and-sweet options listing from Yammie’s protection on all the brand new stuff of their new 2026 YZF-R7:
- New Yamaha Chip Managed Throttle (YCC-T) system
- New Third-generation Yamaha Fast Shift System (QSS)
- New Full-color five-inch TFT show
- New Smartphone connectivity with Yamaha Y-Join
- New Garmin® navigation suitable with Garmin® StreetCross app
- New six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit
- New Yamaha Trip Management (YRC) that includes:
- New Yamaha Variable Pace Limiter (YVSL)
- New Y-TRAC Rev App
- New Rear ABS OFF characteristic
- New aerodynamic styling
- New MotoGP®-inspired triple clamp design
- Revised high-tensile metal tubular body
- Revised asymmetrical swingarm
- Up to date rear shock linkage
- New black anodized brake and clutch levers
- New footpegs
- New 10-spoke SpinForged aluminum wheels
- New handlebar switchgear
- New self-cancelling flip indicators
- New Cruise Management System
- Revised ergonomics
The R7’s livery change is joined by the R125, R3, and R9 in related schemes, finishing the entire aesthetic with gold Yamaha tuning-fork emblems.
For an in depth take a look at the brand new YZF-R7 and the total vary of seventieth Anniversary fashions, make sure to try Yamaha’s web site.
BSA’s EICMA 2025: Meet the Thunderbolt ADV
New Journey Mannequin Revives a Traditional Identify from the Nineteen Seventies
BSA is again within the recreation, and EICMA has been the chosen location to current a contender for the booming journey section!
Meet the Thunderbolt, a basic nameplate pulled from the final bike made below the unique model identify within the Nineteen Seventies, and the best title for BSA’s first trendy ADV mannequin. This new machine enters the aggressive light-weight journey market with a 334cc liquid-cooled DOHC single-cylinder engine and, in keeping with experiences, round 29 bhp and 30 Nm of torque. A six-speed gearbox and slip-and-assist clutch are additionally anticipated to affix ADV perks like a considerable 15.5-litre gas tank, excessive floor clearance, wire-spoked wheels, and rider aids like traction management and three selectable ABS modes (Rain, Street, Off-Street).
So as to add to this entire ensemble, suspension duties are dealt with by USD entrance forks and a preload-adjustable rear monoshock, the latter being definitely welcome. 🙂.
We’re advised the Thunderbolt will rival common fashions within the 300-450cc ADV class; solely time will inform, and we’re definitely excited to do that machine out!
For an in depth take a look at the brand new BSA Thunderbolt and its full specs, make sure to try the experiences from EICMA 2025 on Overdrive:
*Media sourced from Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Yamaha and BSA*
