Alpinestars’ MC27 adventure line splits into the Harok V2 with a removable Drystar liner ($569.95) and laminated GORE-TEX shells in the ST-7 V2 ($769.95) and Arenis ($649.95).
EyeLights’ GT-Air 3 Smart adds an integrated OLED head-up display for navigation, speed and calls to Shoei’s GT-Air 3, listed at €1,249. U.S. price and DOT status aren’t confirmed.
The SYKERUNS X7 is a $1,699 (when checked) off-road electric dirt bike with a 60V 27Ah battery, 5,500W peak motor and hydraulic brakes. Speed and range are maker maximums; it isn’t street legal.
Kawasaki’s new 2027 KLE500 SE Smartride uses a mechanical centrifugal clutch so you don’t need the clutch lever to pull away or stop. Shifting stays manual. UK timing is January; The linked UK announcement does not establish U.S. plans.
Canadian startup NorthForge is developing Dispatch, an electric field motorcycle with swappable batteries and design targets of 124 miles and 309 pounds. All figures are pre-validation design data.
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame’s Fall Bike Night runs 4-7 p.m. Eastern on Saturday, Oct. 17, in Pickerington, Ohio, with free museum entry. At 6 p.m. Motorcycle Ohio presents two Saved by the Helmet awards.