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The Ducati 999 Superbike Is More Affordable Than You Think

While not every rider needs or can get the most out of the Panigale V4, Ducati’s latest superbike does benefit the motorcycling world as a whole. For one, the Panigale’s design helped improve the latest Monster. And, as with luxury car marques, new high-end Ducatis make used ones more attainable. But sometimes, a motorcycle isn’t …
An orange 2021 Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special in the desert equipped with accessory luggage cases

Can the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Roam Like Its Adventure Bike Rivals?

The 2021 Pan America 1250 is a distinct departure for Harley-Davidson. Apart from tweaking Ewan McGregor’s and Charley Boorman’s LiveWires, Harley hasn’t released its own adventure bike. The Buell Ulysses came close, but it didn’t wear a Harley-Davidson badge. So, does the Pan America 1250 have what it takes to compete? Which adventure bikes is …
A photo of a Harley-Davidson Sportster on the road.

All Of These Motorcycles Killed Off In 2021

Harley, Yamaha, and others are discontinuing a number of bikes in 2021. Some, we’re glad to see them go. But others are like old friends that have been around for years. Still, we know that with the old going out there is a lot of new coming in. So here are the motorcycles that will …
A silver and a red 2021 Ducati Multistrada V4 S on a desert trail

The 2021 Ducati Multistrada V4 Offers a Real Adventure

Adventure bikes are common choices for those interested in do-it-all motorcycles. They work as good urban commuters, excellent tourers, and, as befits their name, can tackle off-road terrain. Hence why Ducati calls its adventure bike ‘Multistrada,’ for ‘many roads.’ And for 2021, it’s been updated into the Ducati Multistrada V4, complete with some significant industry-first …
A red 2020 Ducati Monster motorcycle seen at the Ducati stand during the 41st Bangkok International Motor Show 2020.

Riding the 2020 Ducati Monster 821 Is ‘Borderline Magical’

Motorcycle aficionados will tell you that when it comes to bikes you daydream about, the Ducati Monster is either at or near the top of their list. If it’s not, it should be. The 2020 Ducati Monster 821 continues the proud tradition of exceptional bikes that the line has maintained since its debut in 1993. …
A black 2021 Ducati Monster

The 2021 Ducati Monster Is Reimagined With the Panigale’s Help

Though Ducati produces a range of desirable motorcycles, the Monster may arguably be the most important. Before the Scrambler, it was the Italian brand’s entry-level model. And it’s still one of Ducati’s best-selling and most reliable bikes. For 2021, the Ducati Monster enters its next generation. And while it’s leaving something behind, thanks in part …
A gray 2021 Ducati Scrambler Nightshift on a bridge at night

Is the 2021 Ducati Scrambler Nightshift 2 Bikes in 1?

While the 2021 Multistrada V4’s new features are worth noting, it’s not the only Ducati motorcycle getting an update. The Ducati Scrambler lineup, which includes the off-road Desert Sled model, is also being tweaked for 2021. However, one of those tweaks involves replacing two trims, the Café Racer and Full Throttle, with a single one: …
The silver 2013 Porsche 904 Living Legend concept

This V2-Powered Porsche 904 Concept Is an Homage To a Living Legend

For all the focus on the 911, it’s worth remembering that it’s only one of the cars Porsche forged its reputation with. The German automaker’s history is packed with race cars that could also venture on normal streets. And that includes the first-gen Cayenne SUV. But among the newly-unveiled “Unseen” concepts is a modern take …
A gray-and-black 2021 Ducati Multistrada V4 S in front of a mountain

The Ducati Multistrada V4 Offers More Than Just New Safety Features

For traveling long distances to camping sites or sight-seeing, touring motorcycles are typically the bike of choice. And if you want to get there quickly, one of the fastest choices is the Ducati Multistrada. It’s been updated for 2021 into the Ducati Multistrada V4, becoming the first production motorcycle with adaptive cruise control. But that’s …
A silver-black-and-red 2020 Triumph Thruxton RS

Is the 2020 Triumph Thruxton RS the Best Retro Motorcycle?

While it’s not the only motorcycle company with retro-style models, Triumph is one of the most prominent. The Bonneville, for example, is arguably the best example of a neo-classic bike. But the British marque has more to offer. For instance, the Triumph Thruxton RS, which is Popular Mechanics’ best retro motorcycle for 2020. But is …
The 2020 Ducati Streetfighter V4 S takes a corner on a racetrack

How Well Does the 2020 Ducati Streetfighter V4 S Scrap With Its Naked Bike Rivals?

As approachable as the Panigale V4 S is (for a superbike anyway), Ducati’s latest Streetfighter might be even more so. But the Italian marque doesn’t have a monopoly on the high-performance naked bike segment. So how does the Ducati Streetfighter V4 stack up against the competition? Naked bikes vs. streetfighters The term ‘naked bike’ actually …