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Kriega release their biggest ever soft pannier, the OS-42 The Kriega OS-42 is a 42-litre, heavy-duty soft pannier for the adventure biking and long-distance touring communities. Made from the highest quality materials including ultra-abrasion-resistant Hypalon, 1000D Cordura®, heavy-duty webbing and aircraft-grade alloy buckles, this tried and tested combination has been proven to be extremely durable and long-lasting, allowing OS-Soft Panniers to be confidently sold with Kriega’s 10-year guarantee. The roll-top closure and replaceable taped-seam liner offer a 100% waterproof pack. The white liner makes it easy to find items in the pannier, and the liner can be inexpensively and quickly replaced if it becomes damaged. The  OS-Soft Pannier’s  structured box shape allows for ease of organised packing. Soft panniers have several benefits for adventure bike riders when compared to a hard plastic or metal pannier. These include improved crash survival and rider safety benefits when mo...

BMW Maps combines navigation, surroundings, and assistance status in one 3D view. The feature reaches eligible Operating System X vehicles in October 2026. Germany gets navigation-guided urban semi-automated driving beginning in 2027. Modern driver aids are surprisingly capable, but sometimes the logic behind the systems can be hard to understand. When a car slows, changes lanes, or steers through an interchange, you may be left wondering why. Now, BMW is trying to make those decisions easier to understand by showing drivers what the car itself is seeing and managing. That could help drivers feel a lot better about handing over certain controls to the car. Beginning in October 2026, BMW Maps with Driver Assistance will combine route guidance, the vehicle’s surroundings, and assistance-system information within a single 3D view on the central display. The interface positions the vehicle within the correct lane and at the proper road level, wh...

Fourteen vehicles will travel roughly 2,400 miles over 10 days. The eastbound journey runs from Kingman, Arizona, to Chicago. Donations support people and families affected by Parkinson’s disease. Classic cars were built to travel, but many now spend more time under covers than crossing state lines. A group of enthusiasts plans to change that with a 2,400-mile journey along one of America’s most famous roads. Better still, they’re turning the adventure into a fundraiser for people affected by Parkinson’s disease. Beginning September 28, a 14-vehicle caravan will travel east along historic Route 66 from Kingman, Arizona, to Chicago. The 10-day trip concludes October 7 at the highway’s historic starting point, effectively retracing the Mother Road toward its beginnings as Route 66 celebrates its centennial. Read: Why Do Some American Roads Play A Song When You Drive The Speed Limit? The journey grew from a bucket-list dream shared by o...

Popular Weise retro-styled textile jacket returns with RE ZRO armour and enhanced weather protection. The Michigan has been a firm favourite with riders who want timeless looks – and the air of a classic leather jacket – backed by thoroughly modern textile weather protection, comfort and practicality. Re-engineered for 2026, the Michigan 2.0 keeps that character intact and upgrades the substance underneath. Protection is updated with removable RE ZRO® protectors at the shoulders, elbows and back. Developed in the UK, it is lighter and more flexible than conventional protectors and is the world’s first biodegradable motorcycle armour. It’s protection you’ll barely notice, on the bike or off it. Added to the tough 600D outer shell, it means the Michigan is certified to the latest EN17092-3:2020 AA safety standard. A new full-length storm liner sits behind the main zipper, with its own zipped closure, sealing out wind and rain. A waterproof, windproof and breathable drop liner, and re...

Portugal’s ‘Mugen’ streetfighter named as winner of the 2026 Honda Customs ‘Battle of the Twins’ customisation competition What began on the shores of Biarritz at the 2026 Wheels and Waves festival has reached its conclusion. Following months of online voting at Hondacustoms.com , Europe’s motorcycle community has selected its favourite creations from the eclectic line-up of custom CB750 Hornet and XL750 Transalp builds, bringing an exhilarating end to this year’s ‘On Road vs Off Road’ Battle of the Twins. Emerging victorious from a field of ten remarkable customs is ‘ Mugen ‘, the striking CB750 Hornet created by Portuguese dealer Mototrofa ( @mototrofa ). With a marked increase in votes cast this year, the competition continues to grow in strength and reach with votes cast from a total of 102 countries. Building on the success of previous years, 2026’s edition featured another new element, with the builds reviewed by the designers of the original bikes – Valerio Aieillo ( Transalp...