The Industrial Revolution's strides produced many miracles. Advancements in metallurgy and improved technological practices made the mass production of precision parts possible and, with time, ...

Five is a very unusual number of cylinders for a motorcycle engine, and the most familiar examples graced track-only prototypes that brought world championships in two eras to Honda. If storied ...

Between the immense cost of R&D and the added complexity and expense of production, you’ll find that most motorcycle brands tend to field one or two engine configurations (i.e., V-twin, inline-four, ...

Cooling fins are an iconic feature of motorcycle design. These blades made their mark early, with their parallel lines encircling the cylinders of classic bikes from day one. Whether on the striking V ...

You might know the Yamaha name from iconic sports bikes like the YZF-R1 or the R6, both screaming four-cylinder performance bikes that are focused on racetrack performance — and rightfully so. The ...

If you’re a custom motorcycle builder and there’s one event where you fantasize about showcasing your build, it has to be ...