EICMA (Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo Motociclo e Accessori) opens at the Rho Fiera Milano center next week. Man that would be awesome to attend. I was curious if anyone here is excited to know what’s new for the 2026 moto industry.
Personally, I have a long-standing interest in BMW’s R 12 NINET. The 2026 models are already available on their Motorrad site. So, nothing to see at EICMA for 2026 BMWs. It seems it would be a great retro canyon carver, day tripper, fun time bike. I need to set up a test ride on a nice weather day.
Yeah I really love the R12NineT! I rode the old RnineT back to back with a Thruxton RS and the Triumph crushed it - I was disappointed with the BMW. But this new R12 version seems like a big leap forward. I especially like the R12S!
Honda is unveiling this three cylinder mill with an electric supercharger in what they claim will initially be in a sport cruiser platform. Seems like it would make for a great hooligan class racer.
I think that the Speed Twin RS vs the NINET - the RS is still the more “exhilarating” platform in terms of speed and steering response with a sportier headtube/fork - rake/trail.
The Triumph is the “She’s not my girlfriend; it’s just my turn” type.
The NINET is what you “Bring home to meet the parents” type.
The NINET not for everyone, but I personally love that boxer and the grunt that it delivers.
Love me a boxer engine. The righward pull at a standstill always feels weird, but that torque wherever you need it in any gear and any speed is like nothing else.
