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Honda CB750 Hornet (2026) Review: The Most Muscle for the Money, Now With E-Clutch
Honda's CB750 Hornet brings a 90hp, 755cc twin, quality brakes and full rider modes to NZ for $15,995 – and the 2026 model adds Honda's clever E-Clutch. The suspension is basic and there's no cornering ABS.
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Yamaha MT-07 LAMS (2025) Review: The Learner Favourite Grows Up
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New WoF Rules from 1 November 2026: What Changes for NZ MotorcyclistsMotorcycle Insurance in NZ Explained: Cover Types, Costs and What to Compare (2026)Buying a Used Motorcycle in NZ: The Complete Checklist (2026)
Comparisons
Motorcycle Intercoms Compared: Cardo vs Sena vs ASMAX (NZ 2026 Guide)
Bike Reviews
Benelli Leoncino 800 Trail Review: Lots of Bike for the Money, With Some Catches
- Price
- $11,990 (promotional RRP)
- Power
- 76.2hp (56kW) @ 8,500rpm
- Seat
- 834mm
Comparisons
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 vs CFMOTO 450MT: Which Adventure Bike for NZ?
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Motorcycle News
New WoF Rules from 1 November 2026: What Changes for NZ Motorcyclists
NZ’s WoF rules change on 1 November 2026. Here’s what it means for motorcycles – which bikes go…
Ownership & Gear
Motorcycle Insurance in NZ Explained: Cover Types, Costs and What to Compare (2026)
How motorcycle insurance works in New Zealand – what ACC does and doesn’t cover, third party vs comprehensive,…
Ownership & Gear
Buying a Used Motorcycle in NZ: The Complete Checklist (2026)
Everything to check before you buy a used motorcycle in New Zealand – PPSR, stolen checks, WoF and…
Comparisons
Motorcycle Intercoms Compared: Cardo vs Sena vs ASMAX (NZ 2026 Guide)
An honest NZ comparison of Cardo, Sena and budget brand ASMAX intercoms – audio, mesh, range, waterproofing, apps,…
Gear & kit
Motorcycle Helmet Standards in NZ: What’s Legal and How to Choose (2026 Guide)
Which motorcycle helmet standards are accepted in New Zealand, what ECE 22.06 changed, how to check labels, and…
Riding guides
How to Ride a Motorcycle in NZ Rain and Wind: 14 Tips That Actually Help
Practical techniques for riding safely in New Zealand rain and strong crosswinds – from slippery surfaces and visor…
Routes & weekends
The Coromandel Loop: The Perfect Weekend Motorcycle Ride from Auckland
A two-day ride guide to the Coromandel Loop – SH25, SH25A, the 309 Road, where to stop, and…
Upcoming Bikes
New Motorcycles for 2027: The Upcoming Bikes NZ Riders Should Watch
The 2027 model year is taking shape fast. Manufacturers have already unveiled a string of new bikes ahead…
Ownership & Gear
What It Really Costs to Own a Motorcycle in NZ in 2026 (Including the New ACC Levy)
The sticker price is only the start. Before you buy a bike in New Zealand, it pays to…
Ownership & Gear
How to Get Your Motorcycle Licence in NZ: 6L, 6R and Full Explained (2026)
Getting a motorcycle licence in New Zealand is a three-stage process: learner (6L), restricted (6R) and full (6).…