For the vast majority of motorcycle writers, the feeling of straddling a two-wheeled machine with a growling hunk of metal below and taking off, shifting through the gears is all part of the ...

Automatic motorcycles aren't anything new, but a motorcycle with an optional-use clutch lever, such as a Honda's E-Clutch-equipped motorcycle, is not simply automatic. Now, these bikes, which have ...

I hit the racetrack with Honda’s new automatic E-Clutch technology to see if not having a manual makes a motorcycle any less of a blast to ride. When does a motorcycle stop being a motorcycle? Some ...

Honda is the only motorcycle manufacturer still pushing the option of fully automatic dual-clutch "DCT" transmissions for two-wheelers, but according to ADV Pulse, it's had some success; in 2019, ...

Automatic motorcycles have always been something of a divisive subject among the biking masses. On the one hand, they offer a practical and affordable approach to commuting and are easier to use. On ...

Harry has been writing and talking about motorcycles for 15 years, although he's been riding them for 45 years! After a long career in music, he turned his hand to writing and television work, ...

Honda’s new E-Clutch on the CB750 Hornet adds convenience while keeping the clutch lever and real rider control intact If you’ve ever grumbled about “automatic” motorcycles, you’re not alone. For a ...

Honda’s 2026 lineup continues to set the standard across nearly every motorcycle category, from accessible entry-level machines to race-bred superbikes. The brand’s focus on reliability, advanced ...

Luke started working as a Freelance Writer for HotCars in 2020. After three years, he moved to a more permanent role with the TopSpeed motorcycle content team as a Journalist. Although the last two ...

Of the different motorcycle transmission types, manuals are tops in sales and the hearts of biker purists. For many riders, shifting gears is part of the soul of motorcycling. There's a magic to be ...

Automatic motorcycles aren't anything new, but a motorcycle with an optional-use clutch lever, such as a Honda's E-Clutch-equipped motorcycle, is not simply automatic. Now, these bikes, which have ...