Bike Rider Magazine

19/09/2025

🚨 Riders Take Note 🚨
NZTA is rolling out new trailer-based speed cameras across New Zealand — and they can now photograph vehicles moving away as well as towards them. That means motorcycle rear number plates are in the frame too.

👉 Full story on BRM: https://www.brm.co.nz/new-mobile-speed-cameras-bad-news-for-bikes/

NZTA’s new trailer-mounted speed cameras will capture vehicles in both directions — including motorcycles’ rear number plates.

19/09/2025

Following the recent unveiling of the Honda CB1000F and CB1000F SE as successors to the famed CB1300 Super Four and Super Bol d’Or, speculation is mounting that Honda may be preparing a smaller four-cylinder retro model to replace the CB400SF, which was discontinued in 2022. Recent reports now suggest that this new machine could make its debut at the CIMAMotor show in China on September 19.

Want to know more? Head to: https://www.brm.co.nz/new-honda-cb400-and-cb500-super-four-debut-this-month/ or head to the link in bio!

(Honda, CB400, Retro, Bikes, Motorcycles, New Zealand)

19/09/2025

Ducati has announced its upcoming lineup of bike unveil dates for 2025, a yearly tradition the brand follows ahead of the EICMA Motorcycle Show in Milan.

According to the schedule, Ducati has already introduced two exciting models this year: the Multistrada V4 RS and the Diavel V4 RS. The brand has lined up four more global unveil events on 23 September, 7 October, 23 October, and 4 November 2025, promising more surprises as the year progresses.

Can you guess the other upcoming Ducati models?

(Ducati, Bikes, EICMA, Motorcycles, Ducatisti, New Zealand)

19/09/2025

The 2025 Paris Design Week marked a major milestone for Royal Enfield’s sub-brand Flying Flea, as the company announced Paris would host its first global store.

Expected to unveil its all-new FF-C6 and FF-S6 models in early 2026, the move also carries historical significance. France was where the original Flying Flea motorcycle played a vital role during World War II, being dropped by parachute or carried in gliders to deliver messages between airborne and ground troops when radio links were unavailable.

(Royal Enfield, Paris, Flying Flea, Electric, EV, Bikes, Motorcycles, New Zealand)

18/09/2025

Maintenance tips for FREE during Motorcycle Awareness Month!

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18/09/2025

Yamaha has introduced a series of minor but noteworthy updates to its 2026 enduro lineup, with the headline feature being an all-new anti-theft ECU lock function.

This security system can be accessed via the Yamaha Power Tuner app, also used across the brand’s YZ Off-Road Competition models. Marketed as an industry-first innovation, the system ensures the bike’s engine will only start once it has been unlocked using a password, adding a crucial layer of protection for riders.

More details on the BRM News Section!

(Yamaha, MX, Motocross, Bikes, Motorcycles, New Zealand)

18/09/2025

While Triumph’s recently launched 400cc models, built in collaboration with Bajaj, have been grabbing headlines, the UK-based motorcycle manufacturer is quietly developing other models behind the scenes.

The latest large capacity offering under development is the Trident 800, a neo-retro roadster that is expected to share its engine and chassis architecture with the Tiger Sport 800.

(Triumph, Tiger 800, Triumph Trident, Motorcycles, Bikes, New Zealand)

18/09/2025

Ducati couldn’t have picked a stranger moment. The Italians unveiled the V21L, the world’s first motorcycle powered by a solid-state battery, and the first Volkswagen Group machine of any kind to use the tech.

The motorcycle would be used for the MotoE Championship. However, Dorna has now confirmed that the championship has been cancelled after the 2025 season.

Click the link in bio for more motorcycle news and content!

(Ducati, MotoE, Electric Bikes, EV, Motorcycles, Bikes, New Zealand)

18/09/2025

Tonight’s job… fitting the new Chigee AIO-6 Bluetooth screen to BRM’s long term Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.
With the Royal Enfield One Ride this weekend, it’ll be good to have the Chigee for navigation, while the tyre pressure monitors will warn if we get another puncture. There’s even cameras for the front and rear to keep an eye on any shenanigans, although maybe that’s not a good thing… 😜😳

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18/09/2025

Refined, lighter, and sharper—the new BMW F 900 GS proves itself as the most capable mid-capacity GS yet. From muddy Waikato trails to twisting tarmac, it’s built to perform everywhere.

👉 Read our full test: https://tinyurl.com/2cacuaue

BMW Motorrad BMW Motorrad New Zealand

Lighter, more powerful, and more off-road focused than ever, we test the BMW F 900 GS in wet New Zealand conditions and discover that it's the best GS yet.

17/09/2025

All you Royal Enfield owners out there. The forecast is looking good for Sunday, so now is the time to register for the annual Royal Enfield One Ride that will see events around the globe on Sept 21.

We'll be heading along to Royale Cars & Motorcycles in Hamilton to join in the fun on our Himalayan 450 & Guerrilla 450, and there will be rides arranged from a Royal Enfield dealer near you.

So click on the link below, register, and look forward to heading out with fellow Enfield fans.

Royal Enfield Australia & New Zealand
Royale Cars and Motorcycles

This September, we will celebrate this passion for riding at Royal Enfield on the 2025. Join the ride on September 21, 2025, across the globe and be a part of the celebration. .