A Designer's Story - Sergio Robbiano
Sergio Robbiano is the man behind the Aprilia RSV4, as well as the designer of the award-winning Bimota DB5. This is his story.
Reader Rides
If you like vintage motorcycles, wild customs or anything else out of the ordinary, this is the place for you. We’ve toured Jay Leno’s awe-inspiring garage, talked to Bob Gill about his insane Jet Bike project and visited with some of the most innovative custom bike builders anywhere. The two-wheeled world is a crazy place – this is just a small corner of it.
Best and Worst of 2009
With respect to the motorcycle industry, 2009 was a year that remained pretty bleak. Nevertheless, there were some bright spots last year and things to look forward to in 2010.
BMW Product Name History
Learn straight from the source how it is that BMW motorcycles are named.
Bud Ekins' 1938 Triumph Speed Twin
Paul Garson gives us a peek at a rare 1938 Triumph Twin once owned by legendary rider, racer and stuntman, Bud Ekins.
Bob Gill Jet Bike Project
Famed movie vehicle maker Eddie Paul builds a jet bike for legendary stuntman Bob Gill in order to raise awareness and funds for laser treatment to be made available in the U.S. for those with spinal injuries.
Jack Lilly's 1939 Crocker
A unique American original, a 1939 Crocker, with an equally unique American original owner - the second time.
Matt Mladin: One Straight-Talkin' Racer!
Six-time AMA Superbike champ Mat Mladin talks about his race-testing philosophy.
Marty Dickerson Interview
Almost everyone has seen the famous photo of Rollie Free stretched out at Bonneville in 1948. We have a great interview with a guy who did it just like Rollie, sans Speedos. Be sure to read about Marty Dickerson, still fast at 81 years of age.
State-of-the-Cruiser Address
Slow down aside, industry consensus generally sees the motorcycle market still running on all cylinders. If OEMs are diligent, cruisers will be rolling from one generation to the next ―as long as makers can predict what appeals to a fickle market.
Old 97 Choppers
This story may seem like a train wreck...and it is. People go flying, trains go flying, Victory bikes get chopperized. All aboad! Motorcycle.com's Twilight Zone travel bureau has got your reservation. Don't worry about luggage.
Roland Sands Interview
Road racer-turned-custom builder-turned-entrepreneur, Roland Sands, is reshaping the custom world with a wickedly fresh perspective on rolling art.
Women in Motorcycling
Like an Asian tsunami, the flood of women entering motorcycling in the past couple of years can't be stopped. From industry-leading positions to entrepreneurs to motosportscaster to the typical woman riding today, their presence is undeniable.
The Future of the AMA and American Pro Motorcycle Racing
During Bike Week 2008 the AMA announced that Daytona Motorsports Group would handle racing promotions for the AMA. Contributor Knupp gets up close with the two men involved in making this happen: Rob Dingman and Roger Edmondson.
Scott Russell Interview
It's been years since Scott Russell has seen the highest levels of roadracing in the U.S. Fresh out of retirement, Mr. Daytona returns to racing in 2008.
Jay Leno's Garage
American late-night talk show host, Jay Leno, invites us into his legendary garage of rolling history.