MotoGP

By JORDANA SEAL and LIZ HULL Published: 04:48 EDT, 18 May 2025 | Updated: 06:38 EDT, 18 May 2025 Two pensioners have been killed after being hit by electric bikes in 48 hours leaving their families devastated.  The two women were both pedestrians when they were hit in the north of England. 72-year-old Shaat Bibi died after an electric motorbike slammed…

Aprilia factory rider Marco Bezzecchi has revealed that his mentor and former boss Valentino Rossi gives him advice informed by data to which the highly connected MotoGP legend has privileged access. Speaking with Autosport over the most recent Spanish Grand Prix weekend, where Rossi was present, Bezzecchi was asked whether his support remained as strong after his move from Rossi’s…

For decades, Royal Enfield built its name on classic single-cylinder engines and a vintage aesthetic. Now, the British-born, India-based brand is taking a bold leap into the future with the scheduled release of its first electric motorcycle — the C6 — due in early 2026. The bike will debut under a newly created sub-brand called Flying Flea, a nod to…

Honda will field a wildcard rider for the third time in as many MotoGP weekends when Aleix Espargaro appears at the British Grand Prix later this month. The Japanese marque has embraced the wildcard opportunity ever since the series returned to Europe last month. Espargaro rode its ‘development bike’ at the Spanish Grand Prix before ceding it to Takaaki Nakagami…

Photo: Stefan Lehner / Unsplash Electric bikes have existed for generations, dating back to the late 19th century. Modern motorcycles have caught up to their gas-powered counterparts thanks to technological advancements. Now, riders can enjoy eco-friendly rides and road performance. While sales have recently slowed, electric bikes have been growing their market share. Motorcycles Data says battery-powered two-wheelers recently surpassed…

Johann Zarco’s LCR Honda boss Lucio Cecchinello says he doesn’t see a benefit in the French rider switching to the factory Honda team for 2026. The 34-year-old Zarco has made no secret of his desire to step up to the works squad next season, when the incumbent Luca Marini will be out of contract. During Free Practice 1 for the…

Just over a decade ago, Bruno Forcella had the nutty idea to build a chopper with an electric drivetrain. The minimalistic hardtail evoked myriad reactions, ranging from intrigued to downright vexed. But Bruno was undeterred—so he’s just built another electric chopper, with even more features than the last. Based in Switzerland, Bruno is an electrical engineer who builds bikes under…

Fabio Quartararo set himself up for a perfect home race weekend by snatching a second consecutive MotoGP pole position from Marc Marquez at Le Mans on Saturday morning. The Yamaha rider repeated his Jerez performance by defeating the factory Ducati fair and square in Q2. Alex Marquez will start third for Gresini Ducati, while Francesco Bagnaia could only manage sixth…

Royal Enfield-backed Spanish performance electric bike company, Stark Future, just created history by recording its highest-ever monthly revenue of €18.3 million (₹1,753.54 crore) in just two years of commencing commercial sales. This puts it as the fastest growing electric two-wheeler company in the world, wherein it even surpassed Tesla, which took 17 years to achieve sustained profitability despite earning billions…

Marc Marquez reclaimed the lead of the world championship as he led home brother Alex and Fermin Aldeguer in a Ducati 1-2-3 in the sprint at Le Mans on Saturday. The result maintains Marc’s perfect winning record in 2025 sprints and establishes a new record for most consecutive sprint victories: six. Home favourite Fabio Quartararo led almost half of the…

Electric vehicles have reached a new and fascinating point in their development. Manufacturers are now adding little features here and there to remind people of internal combustion without actually burning gasoline. Now, motorcycles are finally joining in on the madness. Indian electric motorcycle startup Matter has launched sales of its new Aera, and it’s a weirdo. This thing is one…

The new Harley-Davidson championship set to feature on the 2026 MotoGP undercard will see riders battle it out on the manufacturer’s Road Glide model. Further details about the new one-make championship, which was revealed by Autosport on Friday, were announced at the official launch over lunchtime at the French Grand Prix on Saturday. Harley-Davidson’s president and CEO Jochen Zeitz spoke…

In a world where electric motorcycles often act as a technological experiment or a utilitarian solution, the Maeving RM1S Blackout stands out as a style statement. This British electric café racer combines retro aesthetics with modern technologies, creating a vehicle that is not only a means of transportation, but also a fashion accessory. Friends of classic lines and lovers of…

Johann Zarco scored a sensational and emotional victory in a chaotic, mixed-weather edition of his home MotoGP French Grand Prix. While the LCR Honda rider streaked to victory by almost 20 seconds on a bizarre day at Le Mans, factory Ducati star Marc Marquez consolidated his championship lead with a steady second place. The six-time champion’s chief title rivals, Alex…

Based in the central England city of Coventry, Maeving has zeroed in on a particular niche: high-quality, classic-looking electric motorcycles with exceptional fit and finish and specs that lean toward urban appeal. The Blackout’s gorgeous-looking “tank” is in fact a 10-liter storage compartment.Maeving They’re affordable, too, with the first two bikes — the RM1 and RM1S — going for less…

As revealed by Autosport on Monday, Jorge Martin intends to end his Aprilia contract at the end of the 2025 MotoGP season, which has caused a stir in the paddock. The Noale-based constructor has so far chosen to hide behind its right to remain silent, refraining from making any other statement than “no comment”. Martin has not spoken publicly either. Now, the…

Electric motorcycles may be the future, but most major Western companies still haven’t figured out how to make money from them. Not true for Barcelona-based Stark Future though, one of the only electric motorcycle makers outside of China to have reached profitability. The company burst onto the scene in late 2021, unveiling an electric dirt bike that crushed combustion engine…

Jorge Martin intends to leave Aprilia at the end of this season, invoking a clause in his contract that releases him from the second year in 2026 if he is not among the top riders in the world championship standings after the French Grand Prix, Autosport has learned. The agreement signed by Aprilia and the reigning world champion last year…

Electric motorcycles are steadily gaining ground in Europe and Asia, especially as alternatives to small-displacement ICE bikes. With growing concerns over emissions and fuel prices, more urban riders are looking toward low-maintenance, eco-friendly two-wheelers. In cities like London, Paris, and Bangkok, electric bikes are now a practical and increasingly popular choice. Maeving, a British manufacturer based in Coventry, takes a…