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Mid-Year Moto Check-In: Our Top Picks of 2025

The first six months of 2025 brought us some great bikes, from both big-name and independent small shops alike. Here are 24 of the best.
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Our take on the world of motorcycles. From vintage icons and café racers to fresh concepts and builds. Featuring exclusive old-school bike stories by Greg Williams and Amee Reehal.

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Stage Fright: Custom Parallel-Twin Yamaha XS 650

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The owner of this parallel-twin Yamaha XS 650 was thrilled to have his bike featured. But then the doubts began.
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RIMOWA and Porsche Partner for Exclusive 911-Inspired Carry-On

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Limited to 911 units (of course), the RIMOWA x Porsche Hand-Carry Case Pepita pays homage to the iconic coupe.
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Inside Ford’s Historic Rouge Factory and New Plant for the F-150 Pickup

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Nearly 100 years old, the Ford Rouge Factory in Dearborn, Michigan still operates today, home to the new 2015 F-150. Here's a closer look at the historic facility.

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Riding is in the DNA: Father & Son Hit the Road on a Harley-Davidson Springer and Road Glide

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Despite most parents' disapproval of their kids riding on two wheels, this father gives in and embraces his motorcycle past. His son just comes along for the ride.

2013 BMW F800GT Review: Agility & Versatility at an Affordable Price

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The 2013 BMW F800GT offers good value for the money but could use more low end grunt off the line. Read our full review by Dustin Woods.

The Union Garage Robinson Motorcycle Jacket

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The old-school Robinson motorcycle jacket by Union Garage is a vintage-style bike jacket with big protection.

Moby1 C2 Trailer: The Small Home Away From Home

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This lightweight motorcycle trailer may just be your best traveling friend and the most reliable addition to that next open-road adventure.

This Restored 1972 Laverda 750 SF is Sublime in Lime

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The Italians may be known for their flair over practicality, but Laverda's choice to base its new machine on a proven design was surprisingly pragmatic.

Twisted : A 1996 Honda Magna Only An Owner Can Love

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Most would take something ugly and make it beautiful. This 1996 Honda Magna was an unloved monstrosity - and made to be even more grotesque.

A New Bike Rebuilt: Custom 2007 Triumph Bonneville T100

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It's hard to take a brand new motorcycle apart and turn it into a custom build. All you need for motivation is a car to slam into.

Angry Bee: 1971 Suzuki Stinger Motorcycle Feature

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A swarm of angry bees couldn’t part this owner from his Suzuki Stinger.

Abused, Beaten and Broken: TJ Cycle’s Honda XR500 Speedway Replica

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Sometimes, all motorcycles need is a little love and nurturing and they have a whole new life - like this road-legal speedway replica.

The Unicorn is Down: MadJap Kustoms Mythical Chopper

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Down but not out as MadJap and Jesus Imposter resurrect a mythical chopper.
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