Honda Motor Southern Africa is proud to invite riders, families and outdoor enthusiasts to the Honda Family Fun Day, taking place on Sunday, 18 October 2026, at the ADA Training & Outdoor Centre in Hartbeespoort, Gauteng.

The event will combine motorcycle on and off-road demos, riding competitions and family fun with all proceeds from ticket sales being donated to the Reach For A Dream Foundation.

Designed to showcase the fun and accessibility of Honda motorcycles, the event will provide visitors with the opportunity to experience a range of Honda models in a safe and controlled environment. Riders can participate in demo experiences featuring the dual-purpose Honda CRF300L and CRF300 Rally, while younger enthusiasts or beginners can enjoy supervised riding activities on the Honda CRF110F and CRF125F. The day will be packed with timed competitions, slalom racing and prizes up for grabs.

Riding guests will also have the opportunity to experience Honda's innovative E-Clutch technology on the Honda NX500 and Honda XL750 Transalp and get up close with the exciting new Honda CB1000GT sport tourer.

With multiple courses hosting different models with various activities, there’s plenty of fun for riders and spectators to enjoy!

The Honda Family Fun Day is an opportunity for families and friends to spend time together outdoors while enjoying a variety of activities, competitions, and giveaways. Event partners including Motul South Africa, Leatt South Africa and ADA Training & Outdoor Centre will help create a memorable experience for visitors of all ages. Attendees will receive lunch and refreshments, and riders will receive goodie bags and chances to win spot prizes from activities on the demo courses.

Event Details

Event: Honda Family Fun Day
Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026
Time: 08h00 – 14h00
Venue: ADA Training & Outdoor Centre, Hartbeespoort

Ticket Prices:

• Adults: R100
• Children: R50
• Spectators: R25

Book Tickets:

Tickets can be purchased online at: https://www.engele.co.za/honda

All proceeds will be donated to the Reach for a Dream Foundation. Tickets include food, refreshments and access to the day's activities.

With dedicated riding areas for both adults and children, the event aims to introduce the next generation to the world of motorcycling while providing existing riders with an opportunity to experience the latest Honda products and technologies. The family-focused environment reflects Honda's commitment to creating memorable experiences that bring people together through a shared passion for adventure, mobility and outdoor lifestyles.

Taking place from 08h00 to 14h00, the event is open to riders, spectators and families. Guests are encouraged to bring their own riding gear, although a limited number of helmets will be available on-site. Medical personnel and marshals will be present throughout the day to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Yamaha Motor announced today that it will display and conduct an exhibition run of its YE-01 Racing Concept at the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations 2026 (MXoN 2026), to be held in Ernée, France, from October 2. This initiative is aimed at eventual participation in MXEP, an electric motocross racing series scheduled to launch in the near future.

The YE-01 Racing Concept has been jointly designed with French electric motorcycle manufacturer, Electric Motion SAS (EM). Developed under the concept of “Expanding the Possibilities of Riders and Machines”, the YE-01 Racing Concept incorporates YZ450F chassis technology and expertise accrued over decades of racing with EM’s power unit technology, and aims to preserve the core appeal of motocross while proposing a new form of enjoyment that leverages the unique characteristics of electric power. The exhibition run will provide an opportunity to see the appeal of the vehicle and the potential of electric motocross.

The YE-01 was exhibited last year at EICMA (Milan Motorcycle Show), one of Europe’s largest motorcycle exhibitions, and it is designed to take an engaging approach to achieving carbon neutrality. The exhibition run will provide an opportunity to witness the appeal of the vehicle and the potential of electric motocross.

Yamaha Motor, in line with its Yamaha Motor Group Environmental Plan 2050, is working toward achieving carbon neutrality throughout its entire supply chain, including the Company’s business activities, by 2050*¹. The Company will continue to conduct R&D into a variety of technologies, including electrification, that contribute to sustainability, pursuing a multi-pathway approach toward achieving carbon neutrality.

Yamaha Motor also positions EVs as one new option for expanding the future of motocross. While preserving its appeal and excitement, the Company aims to bring new possibilities to the sport through electrification and offers a wider variety of ways to enjoy and experience it. As the Kando*² Creating Company, Yamaha Motor will continue delivering greater excitement and enjoyment to customers through its products and services that harness the unique appeals of electric power.

*1 Emissions as a direct result of business activities (Scope 1 and 2) and emissions outside of these (Scope 3).

*2 Kando is a Japanese word for the simultaneous feelings of deep satisfaction and intense excitement that we experience when we encounter something of exceptional value.

Red Bull to again collaborate with Honda HRC’s factory MotoGP team, the pairing already outlining ambitious plans to add to their 45 wins and over 90 podiums together in a multi-year deal.

Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) and Red Bull are pleased to announce a new partnership that will see the Austrian brand join the Honda HRC Castrol MotoGP team as one of the major partners beginning with the 2027 season. The multi-year agreement marks a significant reunion of the two companies' long-standing relationship across a variety of motorsports. United by ambition and fueled by the hunt for excellence, both companies have clear targets to add to their significant history and continuing to push the limits of performance while helping to shape the future of the MotoGP World Championship together.

Under the new deal, Red Bull branding will feature prominently across the next generation of Honda HRC Castrol machines, team garage, and rider apparel as both HRC and Red Bull chase competition and victory at the highest level of motorcycle racing.

Red Bull first joined the Honda HRC’s factory team in 2015, the partnership of that era coinciding with some of the most successful years in HRC’s modern history including multiple riders' and constructors' world championships as iconic duo worked side by side. This renewed collaboration builds directly on that foundation, reuniting two organizations with a proven track record of success together and a united vision on and off the track.

The Honda HRC Castrol team will unveil their full 2027 livery and new machine ahead the 2027 MotoGP World Championship season.

In what is known as the ‘Olympics of Motocross’, Honda HRC PETRONAS riders Tom Vialle (France) and Jeffrey Herlings (Netherlands) will both be representing their countries in Ernee, France for what is the biggest race of the year – the 2026 Motocross of Nations.

Both riders have won the event before, with Vialle’s victory coming in 2023 at the same venue, in what was an amazing spectacle both on and off the race track. Given the unique layout of the Ernee circuit, the packed hillside provided a crazy atmosphere that helped Team France win that year and Vialle will be hoping he can give those same home fans some more to cheer this time around.

Herlings also knows what it’s like to win a home Nations, when he won in 2019 in Assen, but this time around he’ll be up against the local fans when he lines up for the Netherlands, as they look to win the event for the first time since that historic moment in 2019.

Both riders are entering into the event in good form, with Herlings winning the last GP of the year in Australia one-one and keeping his moto win-streak alive at 16. He then won the Dutch Championship round at Heerde, this past weekend by a combined two minutes plus so will be hoping he can add to those wins in what is a completely different racing environment.

Vialle also ended the season with five podiums in a row, and ended Herlings’ race streak when he won the Australian GP qualification last time out. With the home support cheering him on, combined with this being a successful track for him anyway, should give him plenty of confidence he can help Team France to their first victory since 2023.

Also under the Honda HRC awning will be Enzo Lopes (Brazil) and Yuki Okura (Japan) in what is truly an international flavour for the weekend for the team.

The WR450F and WR250F await for riders who are ready to push their limits with race-winning DNA beneath them as they tackle fun and challenging enduro rides. 

Race Ready: 2027 WR450F and WR250F

The 2027 WR450F arrives ready to take on any enduro challenge. It boasts the latest in Yamaha engine developments including new camshaft timing – optimised for enduro riding to deliver smooth power characteristics while reducing the tendency to stall, giving the rider extra confidence on any trail. 

An all-new chassis design compliments the power of the 450cc engine, which has been tuned to offer a balanced rigidity, giving the rider more comfort and control on any terrain. The downtube features a thickened upper section, with a narrowed bottom section and asymmetric engine mounts to ensure more comfort and a better response when tackling tough enduro challenges. 

Reducing rider fatigue over long rides is the hydraulic clutch which gives the rider plenty of feel and improved operability on rough terrain. A lighter pull enables riders to easily control the engine, particularly when handling extreme conditions and low-speed enduro riding. 

An improved rear brake setup with new brake hose material, coupled with a revised caliper shape and smaller brake disc allows the rider to take full control on steep descents, and industry leading KYB suspension completes the package, with optimised enduro setup providing a lower centre of gravity for increased low-speed control.

The 2027 WR250F redefines enduro riding standards. Peak performance is guaranteed with its powerful YZ250F inspired engine – equipped with an enduro-specific ECU and a high-efficiency airflow management system, ensuring race-winning power is available at the twist of a wrist. 

Placing the WR250F firmly in another league is the exceptional handling qualities provided by an optimised bilateral-beam frame, giving the rider the perfect blend of rigidity for optimum feel, making the frame lightweight enough to handle every trail, while durable enough to withstand the demands of technical enduro-style riding. The chassis paired with industry-leading KYB suspension, is set up specifically to excel in enduro competition and ensures race-winning capabilities whether riding through low-speed technical sections or tearing along high-speed trails. 

Cutting edge technology is apparent on the WR250F, with an LCD meter providing riders with an odometer, trip meters, a clock, timer/stopwatch plus a low fuel warning light along with a fuel consumption indicator to allow the rider to plan fuel stops. 

Both the WR450F and WR250F come equipped with an industry-first anti-theft ECU lock system. Controlled via the Power Tuner app, the system ensures higher levels of security whether parked in the paddock, in the garage or during transport between events. The Power Tuner app also allows riders to choose the characteristics of the power delivery, adjustable between ‘Smooth’ and ‘Aggressive’ as well as being able to adjust traction control settings – giving the rider ultimate control of every ride.

KTM returns to its Rally Raid roots with the highly anticipated 2027 KTM 690 RALLY, reconnecting with a legacy built on long-distance off-road exploration and uncompromising terrain performance. 

Positioned as the spiritual successor to the iconic KTM 640 ADVENTURE, the KTM 690 RALLY brings rally-inspired purpose back to the LC4 platform – an invitation to go further and ride longer. It enables riders not to find themselves, but to meet themselves beyond the familiar. 

Designed for riders who understand that the real journey begins where the pavement ends, the KTM 690 RALLY is built to tackle demanding terrain and extended adventures. Away from routine and expectation, riders are left with what matters most: the terrain ahead, the distance to cover, and the experience that comes with it. Out there, distractions fade away and the focus shifts entirely to the ride itself. It is this spirit of exploration and discovery that lies at the heart of the KTM 690 RALLY, revealing a side of yourself not yet explored. 

Built on the proven KTM 690 ENDURO R platform, the KTM 690 RALLY evolves its dual-sport foundation with a clear focus on extended range, stability, and long-distance usability. A purpose-built rally tower with integrated windshield creates a true rally cockpit, while dual front-mounted fuel tanks increase capacity to approximately 20 liters, enabling deeper exploration into remote environments with confidence.

 
Designed to perform across everything from technical off-road terrain to high-speed liaison sections, the KTM 690 RALLY bridges the gap between lightweight enduro agility and rally-level endurance. The machine is built not just to handle the journey, but to intensify it. With its purpose-built rally cockpit, increased fuel capacity and focus on long-distance usability, it enables riders to venture further into remote environments and experience adventure in its purest form.  

Because out there, the trail reveals more than what lies ahead. In those moments, you do not find yourself – you meet yourself. For the first time. 

The Italian rider will make his debut in the top class next season and completes the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team’s line-up for 2027. 

The Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team announces the arrival of Nicolò Bulega from the 2027 campaign. The Italian rider, who is currently competing in WorldSBK, will make his debut in MotoGP with the Tavullia-based Team abroad a Ducati Desmosedici GP alongside Fermín Aldeguer, completing the line-up for next season. 

For Bulega, this will mark his debut in the premier class as a full-time rider; however, he has already experienced the MotoGP feelings as a Ducati MotoGP test rider and racing the last two races of the last season as a replacement rider in the Official Team. 

Furthermore, Nicolò took his first steps on the world stage in the premier class paddock, making his debut in Moto3 in 2015 as a wild card with the VR46 Racing Team after winning the FIM CEV Moto3 Junior Championship in the same year. Together with the Tavullia-based team, he completed the next three seasons in the lightweight class and his first year in Moto2 in 2019. 

Bulega embarked on his journey in the production bikes, making his debut in WorldSSP in 2022 with Ducati. He won the world title the following year with ten pole positions and sixteen victories. The 2023 world title earned him the promotion to WorldSBK from 2024 with the factory team. He immediately made his mark, ending his debut season as a runner-up, confirming that result the following year. He currently leads the World Standing after a dominant campaign with 26 victories on 27 races contested so far. 

From 2027, Bulega and the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team will work together with the goal of growing and achieving great results in MotoGP. 

Yamaha Motor Europe is pleased to announce that Jack Miller will join the official Yamaha team in the FIM Superbike World Championship for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. 

The 31-year-old brings a wealth of experience to Yamaha’s WorldSBK project having spent 15 years racing in Grand Prix, including an impressive 12 years in the premier class. Miller achieved four MotoGP wins and 23 podium finishes in his time in MotoGP, with a best overall championship result of fourth in 2021. 

The Australian has spent his final two seasons in the MotoGP class with the Prima Pramac Yamaha team, where his professionalism and experience has proved invaluable as Yamaha set about developing its brand new V4 MotoGP machine. 

Miller is no stranger to the R1 production-based machine he will race in WorldSBK, having twice competed for the Yamaha Factory Racing team in the Suzuka 8 Hour, alongside Andrea Locatelli, who he joins in Yamaha’s official WorldSBK effort next season. The duo, together with veteran Katsuyuki Nakasuga, finished second in the past two editions of the prestigious endurance race. 

Jack Miller 

“I am really excited to announce that I’m heading over to WorldSBK together with Yamaha, extending our partnership together. I have really enjoyed working with the brand these past few years in MotoGP and I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to see what we can do on the R1. I have had a small taste of the bike at Suzuka the last couple of years, and while the WorldSBK-spec bike is a bit different I am really looking forward to this next chapter in my career and hopefully we can do something really strong over there.” 

The KTM 300 EXC HARDENDURO is a purpose-built, premier model in the KTM Enduro lineup, engineered with years of championship-winning expertise and pedigree, bringing Factory Racing energy directly to the dealership floor.  

The KTM 300 EXC HARDENDURO nameplate needs little introduction. Since its introduction, it has established itself as the most focused machine in the KTM enduro range, developed for riders taking on the toughest terrain and most demanding races on the calendar. Building on its proven race-winning platform, the 2027 KTM 300 EXC HARDENDURO continues to deliver the ultimate READY TO RACE package for riders seeking maximum capability straight from the showroom floor. 

Having conquered the world's toughest Hard Enduro events and benefitted from years of racing development, the KTM 300 EXC HARDENDURO remains the benchmark. Combining lightweight two-stroke performance, exceptional torque delivery, and a carefully curated selection of premium components, it is purpose-built to excel in extreme conditions. 

For 2027, the KTM 300 EXC HARDENDURO receives an updated HARDENDURO-specific graphics package, reinforcing its premium position within the KTM enduro line-up while ensuring clear distinction from both the standard KTM EXC range and KTM EXC 6DAYS models. 

However, as its nameplate suggests, the HARDENDURO is not simply an exercise in looks. It is engineered to tackle the toughest terrain and challenge for the top step, featuring signature HARDENDURO-specific parts that set it apart from the rest of the KTM enduro range, including: 

• Hardenduro-specific graphics 

• Orange frame 

• Hardenduro bar pad 

• Soft ODI lock-on grips in grey 

• Black ribbed Diamante Factory seat 

• Map-select switch 

• Orange Factory frame protector set 

• Factory wheel set comprised of black Excel rims, black spokes, orange hubs, and orange spoke nipples 

• Metzeler 6Days Extreme tires with soft rear 

• Wrap-around handguard kit 

• Radiator fan 

• Black anodized CNC-machined triple clamps 

• WP XACT Closed Cartridge front fork featuring base valve preload adjusters 

• Skid plate 

• Floating front brake disc 

• Front brake disc guard 

• Solid rear brake disc 

• Rear brake safety wire 

• Orange rear brake disc guard 

• Orange Supersprox Stealth rear sprocket 

• Orange oil plug 

• Clutch slave cylinder protection 

• Front and rear pull straps 

• Black anodized engine hangers  

With units set to roll off the Mattighofen production line in September, the 2027 KTM 300 EXC HARDENDURO is set to not only dominate the competition but continue its reputation as the ultimate expression of Hard Enduro performance within the KTM enduro range.  

MURRIETA, Calif. – American motocross and supercross legend Eli Tomac has announced that he will retire from professional competition following the 2026 SMX World Championship post-season, bringing a close to one of the most decorated careers in the history of the sport.

At 33 years of age, Tomac has enjoyed a memorable season with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing this year, claiming four 450SX Main Event victories in the AMA Supercross Championship aboard the KTM 450 SX-F FACTORY EDITION.

Tomac will go down as one of the greatest competitors ever, with his career spanning 17 professional seasons between 2010 and 2026. The Cortez, Colorado, native is ranked second on the all-time 450SX wins list with 57 Main Event victories, and fourth all-time in the AMA Pro Motocross 450MX wins list with a total of 32.

As a two-time AMA Supercross 450SX Champion (2020, 2022) and four-time 450MX Champion (2017, 2018, 2019, 2022), Tomac has represented Team USA at the prestigious FIM Motocross of Nations (MXoN) on six occasions – captaining the United States to victory at RedBud in 2022.

Earlier in his career, Tomac captured the 2013 250MX title outdoors after achieving 12 overall wins within the category – including his pro debut at Hangtown's season-opening round in 2010 – prior to transitioning to the premier class full-time in 2014. He also earned the 250SX West Divisional Championship in 2012.

In addition, Tomac extended his Daytona Supercross record with an eighth-career victory in 2026, was notably crowned the 2024 FIM World Supercross Champion in the SX1 Class, and he was also recognized in 2022 as an ESPY Award recipient in the prestigious Best Athlete, Men’s Action Sports category.

The entire Red Bull KTM Factory Racing team extends its gratitude and best wishes to Eli for the future, and looks forward to finishing the current season strongly together through the upcoming SMX Playoffs, culminating with the SMX World Championship Final in Ridgedale, Missouri, on September 26.

Eli Tomac: "I will be stepping away from Supercross and motocross racing at the end of September, following the final three SMX rounds. This has been the hardest decision I’ve ever made in my professional career, but I know in my heart that the time is now and that the time is right. I’ve won races and championships beyond my imagination. Racing has been the only thing I’ve woken up to and known the last 25 years, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything."