06/20/2026
2026 Motomorini X-Cape 1200
First introduced as a concept in 2023, the production version combines historic Italian engineering with modern Chinese-funded manufacturing to deliver a high-tech luxury maxi-adventure tourer. Since 2018 Moto Morini has been acquired by the Chinese company Zhongneng Vehicle Group. In late 2025, the production-ready model was launched, featuring an 1187cc, 87-degree, liquid-cooled V-twin engine, which is claimed to produce 129 HP and 78.1 Ft-lb of torque. The bike offers advanced rider-assistance features, including a 6-axis IMU, ABS/cornering lights, a bi-directional quickshifter, and rear blind-spot monitoring radar. It also features premium Brembo Stylema brakes, a fully adjustable suspension, and a front-facing 1080p HD dash camera.
2026 Suzuki V-Strom 1200 DE
The Suzuki V-Strom 1050 DE (Dual Explorer) is Suzuki's flagship adventure motorcycle, built on the legacy of the 1037cc V-twin engine, first updated to Euro5 standards in 2020. It debuted alongside a major overhaul of the electronics suite. In 2023, Suzuki expanded the V-Strom 1050 lineup by replacing the XT variant with the DE model. This model introduced off-road-specific geometry, featuring a larger 21-inch front wheel, longer suspension travel, wider handlebars, a more robust steel subframe, and a dedicated Gravel (G) mode on its Traction Control system and the ability to turn off the rear ABS. The following year, Suzuki refined the bidirectional quickshifter, added 5-inch full-color TFT instrumentation, and launched the Suzuki Intelligent Ride System (SIRS) which includes grade-dependent braking control, load control, and hill hold. This model continues for 2026 model year.