12 Awesome New Motorcycles Rolling Out Right Now

Omoway is billing the OMO X as the “first mass-produced self-balancing e-motorbike.” On the road, this means that it can stay upright during low-speed cruising or temporary stops, even without the use of a kickstand. Instead, it employs perception-based AI computing in combination with a sophisticated gyroscope-based control system, enabling impressive stunts like its seesaw act. As part of its robot-enabled capabilities, it also brings advanced rider safety aids like adaptive cruise control, collision assistance braking and even rear risk warning.

Honda’s CB400 Super Four E-Clutch Concept follows the larger-displacement 500 that debuted at the CIMAMotor show in 2025. Like its predecessor, it features the brand’s trick E-Clutch tech, allowing for clutch-less shifts and stall-free performance. Having originally introduced the little inline-four in 1992, the brand faithfully kept the bike in production for three decades, and it wasn’t until 2022 that it finally left the Japanese market. From HYPER VTEC development to added aerodynamic provisions, Honda explored the bike in performance and touring settings, too. As such, with E-Clutch providing non-invasive assistance to new and experienced riders alike, Honda’s new concept lands upon the perfect evolution for the beloved naked CB.

The BX450 represents Bimota’s take on the Kawasaki KX450X, bringing the brand’s typical Italian exoticism to the Japanese dirt bike platform. In practice, this means it’s spec’d with an Athena Get ECU, a handlebar-input controller with 10 levels of traction control and an Akrapovič Slip-On Line titanium exhaust. Moreover, Bimota wraps the wheels in a set of Metzeler MCE 6 Days Extreme tires, and the BX450 comes outfitted with a headlight, hand guards and plastics in a patriotic Italian colorway.

Ducati’s Superleggera V4 Centenario makes for a fitting 100th birthday celebration, as the brand has declared the bike to be its “most extreme road-legal motorcycle ever.” In practice, this means that it comes with a full carbon fiber chassis, carbon fiber bodywork and production-first carbon-ceramic brakes. When equipped with its street exhaust, it makes 228 horsepower from its 1,103cc V4. However, when running the race exhaust, dry weight drops to 368 pounds and output increases to an authoritative 247 horsepower. Ducati will be building just 500 in total, with a further 150 slated for uber-patriotic triocolore liveries.

The beating heart of this stunning retro-styled entry-level cruiser is a 496cc liquid-cooled V4 engine making 47 horsepower at 9,500 rpm and 31 lb-ft of torque at 7,300 rpm. Modern tech includes ABS, traction control, cruise control and idle shutdown, but it’s most innovative element that will really win over newer riders: the rear suspension unit employs dual-chamber air shocks that adjust the seat height from 27.6 inches to 26.4 inches when you come to a stop. That makes it easier for the inseam-challenged among us to touch their feet to the ground and keep the shiny side up.

KTM’s 2027 Adventure R Rally represents a return to the touring bike’s most capable off-road form. Accordingly, it touts an even more robust suspension setup comprised of WP XPLOR PRO forks and a WP XPLOR Pro PDS shock, yielding a towering 10.6 inches of ground clearance. Complemented by an Akrapovič Line slip-on exhaust, a rally seat and other competition-approved ergo changes, some high-strength Excel rims and a livery inspired by the Dakar-winning KTM 450, it’s a motorcycle fit to hit the dirt in style. KTM only builds a limited number of these bikes with each run, so even though they don’t come cheap, they’re highly desirable steeds.

Aprilia’s X 250TH is an exotic Italian tribute to the 250th anniversary of American independence. While it’s a bit of an unexpected celebration, it’s no less appreciated. After all, from the bodywork to the carbon brakes to the 240-horsepower V4 engine, it brings tons of MotoGP-grade touches. And, at the risk of pointing out the obvious, the bike is about as patriotic as they come, with the Stars and Stripes, 250th text and even the date of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Just 30 will be built in total, 25 of which are allocated for the United States market.

The latest two-wheeled wonder shooting the gap between e-bikes and motos is this futuristic crowdfunded beast, which packs a bunch of compelling yet credible claims. Highlights include an angular one-piece aluminum alloy frame, 70 miles of range, a 0 to 20 mph time of 4.9 seconds and assisted wheelies at the touch of a button. A high-def TFT smart screen offers access to a suite of modern tech features while 20″ x 4″ fat tires and dual hydraulic suspension let you shred from city streets to far off the beaten path.

This charming little bobber won’t exactly overwhelm with its grunt, but it sure will will stun with its throwback style. After all, the 249cc power plant makes just over 25 horsepower and 18 ft-lbs of torque but the teardrop tank, V-twin engine, chopped fenders and sumptuous paint schemes add up to a feast for retro-loving eyes. The bike also boasts rider-friendly modern tech, including ABS, traction control,  a 3-inch round TFT display and a funky multilink suspension fork.

KTM’s all-electric Freeride E enduro moto returns for 2027 touting some important updates. Along with an increased peak power of 19.2 kW and a lighter 246-lb curb weight, it’s homologated for street legality with lights, mirrors and signals. In practice, then, riders can take the bike on trails where some traditional internal combustion options may not be allowed. With as much as three hours of runtime on tap, it’s made all the better by a swappable battery and standard equipment like WP XACT suspension, Braketech hardware and burly Michelin Enduro rubber.