Articles by Mike Ryan

The 2015 version of Suzuki's RM-Z 450 motocross machine has been officially revealed, with the upcoming model boasting a number of new features, as well as interesting changes and updates.

John Sample Automotive, Australian importers of Aprilia motorcycles and scooters, have announced the arrival of a new colour to the Caponord 1200 range - Gloss Black - which is now available.

The route and host towns for the 2014 Australasian Safari have been announced, as part of a new competitive course through some of Western Australia's most breathtaking landscapes.

Suzuki Australia have announced the limited edition 'Matt Moss Race Replica' RM-Z450 dirt bike, unveiled at last year's Sydney Motorcycle Show, is now available from participating Suzuki dealers.

Harley fans are in for a treat at Shannons next Sydney auction - the Late Autumn Classic Auction - as a number of vintage Harleys are amongst the 20 motorcycle consignments.

Honda has taken the wraps of their 300cc 'baby CBR' challenger to Kawasaki's all-conquering Ninja 300, the CBR 300 R, with the new model scheduled for local release in July.

Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) has announced they've renewed their contract with 2013 World Champion, Marc Marquez, for a further two years.

Australia's Bryan Staring is looking forward to making his return to the eni FIM World Superbike Championship at Donington on May 25, and hopes a recent injury won't prevent him from putting in a good performance.

The best Supercross riders in the country will return to Phillip Island this October, as the off-track support for the 2014 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix takes shape.

Lightning Motorcycles, an American manufacturer of electric-power performance motorcycles, as well as ATVs, buses, hybrid cars and other 'green' transport solutions, are set to unveil a new motorcycle they're claiming is the most technologically advanced and highest-performing street-legal production bike in the world.

Harley-Davidson has announced Nigel Keough as the company's new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). Keough takes over on July 1st from Peter Nochar, who announced earlier this year he was leaving the position after serving as Harley's MD since June, 2008.

Australia's Bryan Staring is back on the international stage, scoring a WSBK ride with Team Grillini Racing after the Italian squad parted ways with experienced rider, Michel Fabrizio, following last weekend's Round 4 at Imola.