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2 hours ago3 min read
KTM reveals 390 SMC R supermoto for 2025
The latest bike to join the KTM ranks is a long-awaited learner-friendly Supermoto from the Austrian brand. Meet the new KTM 390 SMC R!
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1 day ago2 min read
FTN Motion's Streetdog80 Sells Out
The first production run of FTN Motion’s Streetdog80 has been fully reserved for sale ahead of its February launch.
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1 day ago1 min read
Ducati Australia heads back to the desert with the DesertX Rally
Ducati is heading back into the deserts of the Australian outback in the sequel to the popular film Un-Finkeable with the new DesertX Rally
onthrottle.co.nz
3 days ago4 min read
Aprilia Tuareg Wins 2025 Africa Eco Race
For the second year on the trot, Aprilia has claimed victory at the annual Africa Eco Race with the Tuareg 660 adventure bike.
onthrottle.co.nz
Dec 30, 20244 min read
Versatile Suzuki Racers Lead the way in Series
The bikes are truly versatile and so are the riders, as Suzuki stalwart Richie Dibben has just demonstrated over the past few weeks. Â ...
onthrottle.co.nz
Dec 16, 20243 min read
Cambridge local McLaren-Wood dominates Suzuki Series Round 2
Cambridge bike racer Morgan McLaren-Wood loves living life in the fast lane and a full-throttle approach has certainly been reaping rewards
onthrottle.co.nz
Dec 12, 20243 min read
Adventure Bike Class Excites at Suzuki International Series
The Adventure Bikes class was included in the Suzuki International Series for the first time this season
onthrottle.co.nz
Dec 11, 20243 min read
Ducati and Lego release Panigale V4 S model set
Ducati and Lego team up to bring the Panigale V4 S to your Lego collection Shopping for the motorcyclist in your life is often a...
onthrottle.co.nz
Dec 5, 20242 min read
ALL ROADS LEAD TO TAUPO FOR RACING THIS WEEKENDÂ
The overseas contingent is on its way as the 2024 New Zealand Suzuki International Series gets ready to kick off in Taupo this weekend.
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Nov 29, 20242 min read
BMW Unveils R 90 S Inspired R 12 S
BMW Motorrad is bringing back one of its most iconic looks with the R 90 S inspired R 12 S for 2025. One of the first BMW motorcycles I...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Nov 27, 20242 min read
KTM announces plan to enter self administration plus new Co-CEO announced
Things seem dire in the orange corner of the motorcycle market, with Europe's largest motorcycle manufacturer, KTM, in financial trouble...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Nov 25, 20243 min read
Royal Enfield brings authentic scrambling to the masses with the Bear 650
Royal Enfield's new Bear 650 hits the spot as an authentic sub-650cc scrambler for the New Zealand market.
onthrottle.co.nz
Nov 15, 20244 min read
Looking ahead to the Suzuki International Series 2025
It is likely to be another scorcher when the 2024 edition of the Suzuki International Series blasts off early next month.
onthrottle.co.nz
Nov 15, 20243 min read
Cardo Expands Mesh for 2025
Cardo Systems is already one of the leading names in the world of motorcycle intercoms, and now, in 2025, things are getting even better.
onthrottle.co.nz
Nov 5, 20242 min read
FTN Motion roadshow hits the road
Ever wanted to make your daily commute a made-in-New Zealand affair? Well, now you can with the FTN Motion Streetdog...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Nov 2, 20243 min read
Triumph unveils limited edition Icon editions for 2025
Triumph Motorcycles is bringing back its 1907 logo for a limited run of 2025 modern classic motorcycles. Meet the Triumph Icon Editions....
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Nov 1, 20241 min read
Beta Alp 4.0 NZ pricing confirmed
Beta Motorcycles NZ has confirmed pricing of the forthcoming Alp 4.0 with the bike set to enter the New Zealand market at under $12,000.
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Oct 17, 20242 min read
New Zealand RISER Challenge is on | Sweet prizes up for grabs
The world of mobile motorcycling mapping tools is almost as hard-fought as the New Zealand LAMS market, with plenty of fantastic options...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Oct 11, 20243 min read
Triumph announces new Tiger Sport 600 - NZ to finally get full power option
Triumph's Trident 660 is finally being offered in full-power in New Zealand That's right. Not only has Triumph Motorcycles  pulled the...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Oct 5, 20247 min read
Triumph 450 Motocross platform debuts with the TF 450-RC Edition
Triumph Motorcycles' MX1 class Motocross platform has debuted with the TF450-RC Edition.
onthrottle.co.nz
Oct 5, 20242 min read
Sky Sport to screen World Supercross Championship
It has been revealed that Sky Sport will broadcast the FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) in New Zealand for the 2024 season. "We...
onthrottle.co.nz
Sep 30, 20242 min read
Harley-Davidson gets in behind 2024 Pink Ribbon Ride
Harley-Davidson ANZ is getting in behind the Pink Ribbon Ride in support of the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. Harley-Davidson has put out...
onthrottle.co.nz
Sep 30, 20244 min read
Daniel Sanders switches to KTM Factory Racing
In a surprise move, Australian rally raid star Daniel Sanders has moved to the KTM Factory Rally Team.
onthrottle.co.nz
Sep 24, 20242 min read
Moto Morini NZ ads new dealers
Moto Morini New Zealand is finally coming out of the doldrums with the announcement that the brand has signed two new dealers to its network
onthrottle.co.nz
Sep 24, 20244 min read
Aprilia Racing debuts RSV4 X ex3ma
The Aprilia RSV4 X ex3ma brings the latest generation of MotoGP to the public, but it does come at a cost...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Sep 17, 20243 min read
Jonny Walker signs with Triumph Racing
It's official! Triumph Motorcycles is taking aim at Enduro racing domination with the signing of high-profile racer Jonny Walker....
onthrottle.co.nz
Sep 13, 20242 min read
Limited Edition Husqvarna Heritage Enduros Confirmed for NZ
Husqvarna Motorcycles has confirmed New Zealand will receive its new 2025 Heritage Enduro lineup, but MX fans will sadly miss out...
onthrottle.co.nz
Sep 13, 20241 min read
Moto Morini drops NZ pricing and adds free accessories
After spending a year with the Moto Morini X-Cape, we reckon its pretty good value in the adventure touring sector, and now that's...
onthrottle.co.nz
Sep 13, 20242 min read
Triumph Motorcycles Announce Enduro Team Manager
Triumph Motorcycles has announced its intentions to compete in the world of Enduro with Paul Edmondson set to lead the firm's official team.
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Sep 6, 20241 min read
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 NZ pricing confirmed
Royal Enfield's newest model now has an official price and release date for the New Zealand market Royal Enfield Australia and New...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Sep 2, 20241 min read
Royal Enfield Himalayan with tubeless wheels finally on the way
Royal Enfield Australia and New Zealand’s has confirmed that the Himalayan 450 will finally be offered with the long awaited tubeless wheels
onthrottle.co.nz
Aug 25, 20241 min read
Oakley moves to Darbi Accessories
Oakley’s MotoX range has found a new Kiwi Distributor in the form of Darbi Accessories after its previous New Zealand distributor went under
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 22, 20242 min read
Aprilia RS 457 New Zealand price confirmed
Aprilia's newest addition to the range - the RS 457 - is coming in hot with incredibly attainable pricing It's fair to say that the LAMS...
onthrottle.co.nz
Aug 18, 20241 min read
Fox Racing gets new New Zealand Distributor
The motorcycle gear industry shakeup continues with the announcement that Fox Racing is heading to a new distributor in 2025.
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 18, 20241 min read
Ducati to make MXGP debut
The time has finally come for Ducati to step out from its Italian championship development phase and onto the world stage with the...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 18, 20242 min read
Royal Enfield Expands Warranty Program Beyond Borders
Under Warranty, no matter where you ride. That's the new motto of Royal Enfield with the Indian brand expanding its motorcycle warranty...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 16, 20243 min read
Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman Return for new Long Way TV series
Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman are back with a new Long Way TV series which sees the intrepid duo returning to screens with a new twist.
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 9, 20242 min read
Ducati Xpeditions comes to New Zealand
Ducati launch Ducati Xpeditions, a three-day adventure experience in New Zealand In the very first of its kind, Ducati is excited to...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 6, 20241 min read
Moto Guzzi Stelvio NZ pricing confirmed!
Moto Guzzi’s all-new Stelvio is about to hit the road here in NZ, with Moto Guzzi New Zealand confirming hot pricing for their latest advent
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 6, 20243 min read
Royal Enfield's Guerrilla 450Â heading to New Zealand
Royal Enfield has debuted its second model powered by the Himalayan’s new Sherpa 450 engine, with the new Guerrilla 450 roadster aiming at a
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Aug 5, 20242 min read
Road legal Beta Alp coming to NZ
Beta's new Alp 4.0 and Alp X dual sport models are officially coming to the New Zealand market.
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jul 27, 20244 min read
MV Agusta Serie Oro Returns
It’s fair to say that MV Agusta doesn’t produce normal motorcycles - they produce bits of kit that are special for a number of reasons -...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jul 9, 20243 min read
BMW unveils supersized R1300 GS Adventure
Unveiled at BMW Motorrad Days, the new R1300GSA has been met with both criticism and love from the motorcycling world.
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jul 3, 20242 min read
For the Paws | Harley-Davidson teams up with Paw Justice to Save Our Shelters
Kiwis offered the chance to save man’s best friend by entering a draw to win another of man’s best friends – a Harley-Davidson motorcycle
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jun 28, 20242 min read
Cardo adds crash detection to its newest Packtalk comms unit
Not just for yacking to your mates, Cardo is now adding safety enhancements to its Packtalk series with its newest unit, the Packtalk...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jun 28, 20243 min read
Navman brings dashcam tech to Kiwi bikers
In a complete surprise, the team at Navman have announced that they are bringing a motorcycle-specific dash cam to market with a host of use
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jun 28, 20242 min read
Ducati's DesertX gets more adventure travel-focused guise | DesertX Discovery
Expected to arrive in New Zealand dealers with a price point of $32,172, the DesertX Discovery comes packed with extra features over the bas
onthrottle.co.nz
Jun 8, 20242 min read
Harley-Davidson celebrates The Bikeriders in Sydney
Coming to cinemas in a few weeks is, undoubtedly the motorcycling movie of the year - The Bikeriders - with Harley-Davidson taking a...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jun 3, 20241 min read
Dapper colours for Royal Enfield’s Hunter 350
The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 is already one heck of a cool ride for those urban riders wanting an easy-to-manage commuter with modern...
Mathieu Day-Gillett
Jun 3, 20243 min read
BMW’s Big Boxer Gets BIGGER | Meet the R 20 concept
Is this the next big twin-cylinder boxer BMW? BMW already lays claim to producing the biggest boxer twin in the world with the engine...
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