Limited Edition Aprilia X 250TH – First Look
Aprilia is adding a new limited edition X model to its lineup, this time in celebration of the United States Semiquincentinnal. Revealed at Circuit of the Americas, the Aprilia X 250TH builds upon last year’s X-GP, but adds some updated aerodynamics and, for the first time on a motorcycle available for the public, MotoGP-caliber carbon-carbon brakes.
2026 Honda Transalp Now Standard with E-Clutch in US
American Honda announced the 2026 Transalp will come standard with E-Clutch, as well as a new aluminum skid plate and updates to its suspension. The move to an electronic clutch from a manual follows a similar decision made for the CB750 Hornet. The U.S. also joins other markets such as the U.K., Italy, and Spain, in offering the E-Clutch as standard equipment on the Transalp, while others, such as France, offer it as an option.
Indian 125th Anniversary Editions – First Look
2026 Kawasaki KX112, KX85, and KX85 L – First Look
Kawasaki has updated its KX112 and KX85 youth motocross bikes for 2026, equipping them with upgraded suspension, more powerful brakes, new frames, and revised ergonomics.
2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition – First Look
Triumph revealed a new, limited edition version of the Speed Twin 1200 RS styled after British café racers of the 1960s. Limited to a run of just 800 units worldwide, the 2027 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 Cafe Racer Edition comes equipped with clip-on handlebars, round bar end mirrors and a retro-flavored brown solo seat.
2026 Triumph Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 – First Look
Triumph announced updates to its middleweight platform, significantly improving the Trident 660 roadster and Tiger Sport 660 sport-tourer with changes that should make customers happy… Well, at least everyone except those who just bought last year’s models.
2026 Harley-Davidson Touring Models – First Look
Harley-Davidson filled out its 2026 lineup with the reveal of new full-dressed touring models, a new Pan America 1250 Limited model, plus its latest premium Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) models.
2026 Honda CB750 Hornet Now Standard with E-Clutch in US
American Honda announced 15 models returning for 2026. For the most part, these models are coming back unchanged except for new color options, and in several cases, price reductions. Saving money is always welcome, but the big news is the CB750 Hornet will now come standard with Honda's E-Clutch technology. Apart from that, the only notable change is the CB500F is getting renamed the CB500 Hornet.
2026 Indian Scout Bobber 125th Anniversary Confirmed
Indian Motorcycle will be marking its 125th anniversary this year, and Motorcycle.com can confirm the festivities will include a special edition Scout Bobber.
See Harley-Davidson’s New 2026 Models Before You’re Supposed To
Back in November, Harley-Davidson announced its carry-over motorcycles, while confirming a second announcement to come in January for its new and updated 2026 models. The Motor Company teased these upcoming models on its official website, identifying them by name and showing several images of bikes covered by tarps. Well, Motorcycle.com has managed to get a peak under the covers and secured official photos of all the new 2026 Limited, Trike and CVO models, plus some additional details ahead of the official January 14 announcement.
2026 Triumph Thruxton 400 First Look
Triumph is reviving the Thruxton name with a new partially-faired café racer built from its TR-series platform, alongside a flat track-inspired Tracker 400 ( covered separately here). Previously announced for the Indian market, the Triumph Thruxton 400 is now making its way to international markets including the U.S., where it will arrive in March 2026 with a starting price of $6,295.
