Bike Rider Magazine

The NZ motorcycle accessories market is about to get a serious shake-up.

Australian retail giant AMX Motorcycle Accessories has confirmed it is coming to New Zealand, with superstores planned for Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch before Christmas.

With more than 47 stores across Australia and some serious buying power behind it, AMX’s arrival could have big implications for both Kiwi riders and the existing motorcycle accessories industry.

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AMX Motorcycle Accessories launching three NZ stores Australian motorcycle accessories giant AMX is expanding into New Zealand, with new stores planned for Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch in 2026.

🇳🇿 Cole Davies is on the verge of something very special.

The 18-year-old Kiwi heads into the final two rounds of the US 250 Pro Motocross Championship just ONE POINT behind leader Levi Kitchen.

Davies is the form rider too, with back-to-back overall wins and four victories from the past six motos.

Four motos. One point. And potentially a huge moment for New Zealand motocross. 🔥

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It’s the end of an era for one of New Zealand motocross’s longest-running partnerships.

After 14 years together, Altherm Window Systems and Josh Coppins Racing will conclude their partnership in September.

And what a 14 years it has been – one World Championship, two Australian Championships and 16 NZ national titles, while helping riders including Courtney Duncan, Cole Davies, Jay Wilson and Levi Townley on their way.

Importantly, JCR isn’t going anywhere. The team will reveal its 2026/27 rider line-up and plans at the beginning of September.

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Well, you certainly won’t lose this one in the bike park…

Norton has given its new 206bhp Manx R a seriously bold makeover, teaming up with Peaceful Research to create this one-off metallic pink and deep purple version.

There are no mechanical changes underneath, but with a 1200cc V4 producing 206bhp and 130Nm, it probably didn’t need any.

The big question: would you ride it in these colours?

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New Norton Manx R Gets One-Off Custom Treatment - Bike Rider Magazine Norton has revealed a one-off version of its Manx R as part of a new collaboration with lifestyle and motorsport company Peaceful Research.

The Moto Morini All-TrHike 450 has just become a bit more tempting.

Moto Morini NZ has knocked $600 off the price, bringing the 449cc twin-cylinder adventure bike down to $9,390 + ORC for a limited time.

With 21/18-inch wheels, KYB suspension and a claimed 170kg dry weight, there’s plenty of proper adventure-bike hardware for the money.

And if you’re wondering what it’s actually like to ride, we’ve tested it too. 👇

Moto Morini AllTrHike 450 Now Even More Affordable The Moto Morini All-TrHike 450 has received a $600 price cut in New Zealand, dropping to $9,390 + ORC for a limited time while stocks last.

🥷 Kawasaki’s Ninja family is getting a freshen-up for 2027.

The brilliant ZX-6R continues to fly the flag for the middleweight supersport class, joined by the screaming ZX-4R and ZX-4RR, while the Ninja 500 gets some attention too.

With proper four-cylinder sportsbikes becoming increasingly rare, we’re just pleased Kawasaki is keeping the Ninja line-up alive. 🟢

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Kawasaki Updates Ninja Line-Up for 2027 - Bike Rider Magazine Kawasaki has revealed its 2027 Ninja line-up, with the latest ZX-6R continuing to lead a four-model supersport range with the Ninja ZX-4R and ZX-4RR.

t looks like it’s rolled straight out of the late 1940s, but the 2026 Indian Chief Vintage is no museum piece.

Adam Child rode Indian’s new 1890cc Thunderstroke-powered cruiser in southern Spain and discovered that beneath the valanced guards, wire wheels and floating solo seat is a bike that handles better than its 317kg dry weight suggests — with a thumping 163Nm of torque doing most of the talking.

Is this one of the best-looking cruisers on sale right now?

Read the full review on BRM. 🔗👇

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Good news if a Moto Guzzi has been on your shopping list…

There’s some pretty sharp new pricing on the Stelvio and V7 range in NZ, with savings of up to $4500.

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