The Best New 2027 Motorcycles By Manufacturer From EICMA!

EICMA Motorcycle Highlights by Manufacturer

The video is a roundup of new models and announcements rather than a hands-on review. The comments below reflect the presenter’s impressions; no numerical ratings are given.

• Aprilia: New colors for the 660 Factory and V4 Factory use a design inspired by the bikes’ electronics and wiring, which the presenter did not particularly like. The RSV4 “Obscure Speed” is a special edition with more carbon and black paint, but no major engine changes. Aprilia’s year felt quiet, especially with the much-rumored Tuareg 457 still absent.

• Benda: The P51 pairs an unusual 250cc boxer twin with a hybrid system. Benda also showed three 700cc V-twins: the Capra touring bike, Vinster roadster and Vinster X scrambler. The presenter found them especially attractive, crediting experienced European design input, including Kiska.

• BMW: The M 1000 RS combines existing BMW ideas and parts in a naked bike with a 218-hp M 1000 RR engine. BMW claims it is the most powerful naked bike available. The presenter saw it as an impressive but not entirely new combination. Expected models—including the S 1000 RR, R 20 Power Cruiser and M version of the 1300 GS—did not appear, so BMW’s announcements felt limited.

• BSA: Three 350cc models were introduced: the Thunderbolt adventure bike, a Bobber and the presenter’s favorite, the Scrambler 350. The Scrambler looks like a promising retro option. If it is priced similarly to the Bantam—which the presenter says cost under £4,000—it could be particularly compelling.

• CFMoto: The V4 SRR R marks a move into the performance sportbike market. The presenter was more interested in the 550 MTX adventure bike and touring-oriented 550 MT. Both looked good; the MTX made a strong first impression, while the MT felt substantial in person, with a large tank, windscreen and dashboard. The MT seemed a promising affordable, manageable and comfortable long-distance option.

• Ducati: Announcements included SP versions of the Panigale V4, Streetfighter V4 and Panigale V2; a revised Diavel and Diavel S with semi-active suspension; Hyper Motard V2 RVE versions; an updated 698 Mono; and the Desert X Rally, now on the V2 platform and more off-road focused. The presenter liked the bikes’ looks but felt the announcements were mostly updates and variations rather than major new models.

• Fantic: The Caballero 500 Supermoto adapts the Caballero 500 Scrambler with a smaller front wheel. The presenter thought it looked good and expected it to feel like a credible retro-styled supermoto.

• Harley-Davidson and LiveWire: The Sprint 440 is a new entry-level Harley with just under 30 hp. The presenter thought its overall shape looked good, but some details seemed compromised to meet its lower price. He was not yet convinced but planned to test it. LiveWire also showed an electric motocross bike developed with Dust Motorcycles. It looked cool and could challenge Stark, though LiveWire will have to build a reputation in that category.

• Honda: The presenter considered Honda’s stand one of the strongest, with both genuinely new technology and significant updates.

  • The V3R 700 E-Compressor has a 900cc V3 and is claimed to deliver power comparable to a 1,200-class bike. Its near-production form looked great and technically distinctive; the presenter was keen to see the full launch.
  • Honda also showed a naturally aspirated sportbike concept related to the V3, intended as a possible World Supersport contender.
  • The Africa Twin grows to 1,150cc and gains technology and a larger screen. Its relocated, side-access fuel filler places the tank low under the seat to reduce the center of gravity. The range includes a base model, touring-oriented Adventure Sports and a lighter, more aggressive Enduro Sports version.
  • The Fireblade range gains a more affordable base model alongside the SP and a Works version.
  • Overall, Honda’s mix of substantial updates and new ideas made it the presenter’s favorite manufacturer stand.

• Husqvarna: There were motocross factory editions and a small Norden 901 update, but no major new road bikes. The presenter attributed the lack of bigger developments to KTM Group’s recent financial difficulties and ongoing development catch-up.

• Indian: No major announcements appeared; the presenter expected the brand to make larger announcements in January instead.

• Kawasaki: Its notable models—the KLE 650, Versys 900 and returning H2—had already been announced before EICMA. The presenter therefore saw little new at the show. The stand drew attention for Kaleo, a rideable four-legged robot, rather than for new motorcycles.

• KTM: The 1390 Super Duke GT returns for 2027 after being delayed from its originally planned 2025 introduction. KTM also showed the 450 RC, a China-built parallel twin that had already launched in that market. It is intended as a 2028 model, with production expected to begin in or around late 2027.

• Moto Guzzi: The Trip 500 was shown publicly after being announced shortly before the show. For fans of the brand’s transverse V-twin, the main other news was a new paint option for the V85 TT.

• Norton: The presenter had already filmed the 450 naked bike separately. He described its styling as unusual and possibly not aimed at typical riders, but acknowledged Norton is pursuing a distinct design direction that could succeed.

• Royal Enfield: The Himalayan 750 was shown in multiple configurations, colors and accessory setups, giving visitors a good chance to inspect and sit on it. The presenter liked its design, equipment and overall balance, and thought an expected price of around £7,000 was reasonable. He expects it to become a common road-going adventure bike once sales begin.

  • The Continental 750 was also shown, though full details were not available. The presenter called it his favorite motorcycle at the show.
  • The more off-road-oriented Flying Flea S6 electric bike looked closer to production than before and appealed to him more than the regular C6. He felt electric bikes focused on off-road or city use were a more promising direction than large road-going electric motorcycles.

• Suzuki: The SV 650 returns as the SV 7S. Its engine is unchanged; updates include a new instrument panel, electronic throttle and exhaust changes to meet emissions requirements. The presenter was pleased to see the popular model return, though he found the updates modest.

  • The GSX-S 1000 GX is a road-oriented alternative in Suzuki’s 1000cc range, using the same K5-derived inline-four found in the GT, GX and S 1000. With around 150 hp, it should be fast. The presenter thought it looked attractive in Suzuki’s colors.

• Triumph: The presenter saw the Street Triple in person and liked it. He also thought the Tiger 900 looked better in person than in photos; further details were expected later.

• Yamaha: Rather than the major new bike some had inferred from its teaser, Yamaha revealed 350 and 700 adventure scooters. The presenter expected some big-bike or Ténéré fans to be disappointed, but saw potential in the scooters: they resemble the Honda X-ADV 750 conceptually, while being slimmer and potentially more powerful and lively.

  • Yamaha also showed a Ténéré 450 concept with a single-cylinder engine, suggesting a middleweight model could arrive within a year or two.

• Zero: Project Ventura is an electric supermoto-style city bike. The presenter was skeptical of large, expensive electric nakeds because of their cost, range and performance limitations, but saw more promise in smaller urban and off-road electric bikes. He thought Ventura could be an easy-to-maneuver city commuter.

Comparisons and Overall Takeaways

• The presenter repeatedly contrasted genuinely new bikes with updates, special editions and combinations of existing components. He felt several manufacturers—including Ducati and BMW—had relatively modest EICMA years, while Honda stood out for its mix of new technology and meaningful updates.
• He saw design quality improving among Chinese manufacturers, noting Benda’s use of experienced design studios and saying some Chinese bikes caught his eye more than Norton’s 450 in aesthetic terms.
• He viewed affordable middleweight options—particularly BSA’s 350s and CFMoto’s 550s—as promising alternatives to larger, heavier bikes.
• For electric motorcycles, he was more optimistic about city and off-road models than expensive road-going electric nakeds.
• No formal scores or product ratings were provided.

Presenter’s Five Favorites

The presenter did not rank these in order:

• Benda’s 700cc models
• Royal Enfield’s Himalayan 750
• CFMoto’s 550 models
• Honda’s V3 concept, described in the roundup as a V3R 700 but also associated with a 900cc engine
• A Suzuki GSX model

He also said he brought his own GSX-10R, though the exact Suzuki model in his picks is unclear in the subtitles.