Modern Classic Motorcycle News Roundup: Top Bike Stories This Week | August 9th, 2026
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Week Ending 9th August 2026
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This week on Modern Classic Motorcycle News, we’re bringing you the biggest stories from the world of modern classics, new motorcycles and riding gear. We take a closer look at the 2027 Kawasaki Vulcan S, the upcoming Kawasaki Z1100 and Z1100 SE, and the refreshed 2027 Kawasaki Z500, while Norton reveals its exciting collaboration with Foster + Partners to reinvent the motorcycle retail experience. We also cover Lambretta’s new J125 scooter, Aprilia’s latest 125cc offers, Zero Motorcycles’ cashback promotion for newly qualified riders, and the latest Alpinestars, Dainese, R&G Racing, AIROH, and DJI product launches.
On our YouTube channel, don’t miss our latest 2024 BSA Gold Star Walk-Around, the 2026 Kawasaki Z650RS Walk-Around, and our latest Gear Up for the Ride featuring the iconic Triumph T120 Black. Plus, test your motorcycle knowledge with our latest “Guess the Motorcycle” challenge before it’s revealed in an upcoming issue of the magazine. We’ve also launched new merchandise in the Official Modern Classic Motorcycle News YouTube Store, giving you even more ways to support the channel.
Finally, we showcase this week’s Apex66 Featured Motorcycle Competition, where you could win a stunning Triumph Rocket III Roadster. Whether you’re into classic British machines, modern retros, the latest riding gear, or industry news, this week’s round-up has something for every motorcycle enthusiast. Grab a drink, settle in, and catch up on everything that happened during the week ending 9th August 2026.
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Dainese Herian Air Shoes: Kick Start Your Ride The Right Way
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2024 BSA Gold Star Walk-Around | Classic British Style Meets Modern Engineering
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Alpinestars Unveils Fall 2026 Sportswear Collection
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R&G Kicks Off Its Summer Sale With Up To 40% Off all lines
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MotoVlogging: DJI Mic Mini 2S Launches Globally
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Back to The Classroom With Three AIROH Helmets to Tackle Every Journey
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Kawasaki Vulcan legend continues for 2027
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Z Heads – the 2027 Kawasaki Z1100 and Z1100 SE
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Kawasaki Z500 blasts into 2027
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Can You Guess the Motorcycle Before the Reveal in a Coming Issue?
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Aprilia Makes Performance More Accessible Than Ever With Exceptional Savings On Its 125 Range
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This Week’s Featured Motorcycle Competition from Apex66 | Triumph Rocket III Roadster
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Norton Motorcycles And Foster + Partners Collaborate To Redefine Motorcycle Retail
Learn More on our website: https://modernclassicbikes.co.uk/norton-motorcycles-and-foster-partners-collaborate-to-redefine-motorcycle-retail/
Kawasaki Z650RS Walk-Around (2026) | Modern Retro Motorcycle
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Lambretta Expands Premium Scooter Range with New J125, Priced from £3,499 + OTR
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Zero Motorcycles Rewards Newly Qualified Riders with up to £400 Cashback
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Gear Up for the Ride | Triumph T120 Black | Modern Classic Motorcycle
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NEW Issue 72 of Modern Classic Motorcycle News | Available NOW for Non-Members | 2027 New Bikes & Latest News
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