Another year has nearly passed, and with that, another EICMA has been finalised, bringing with it some very exciting new models.

Today, we're covering the ten best new bikes that will be coming to a dealership near you in 2026, so stay read on to find out what we think are ten of the very best.

 

 

Hero has previously been largely unknown to the UK motorcycle scene, but that all changed recently, with the launch of the Hunk 440. They’re not to be overlooked either, as they currently rank as one of the largest motorcycle manufacturers worldwide.

The XPulse Dakar is not just by name, either, as it has some proper hardware on it. We find 280mm of suspension travel, both front and rear, with 270mm of ground clearance, three ABS modes and a featherweight 168kg kerb weight.

It may also only be 210cc, but it produces 24hp, only 3hp short of the Hunk 440 and recently launched SX variant, which sit in their current UK lineup. This is a bike which will likely prove popular among green lane enthusiasts across the UK when it begins to reach dealerships.

 

The Benelli TRK 602 X is a much-anticipated and long-awaited major update to the 8-year-old TRK502 that was launched way back in 2017. 

The new model takes capacity from 499cc up to 554cc, meaning it steps away from its previous A2-compliant 47hp self by now producing 56hp from its 270-degree parallel twin, but it does come with a host of other upgrades too.

Now featuring a 5-inch TFT display, two riding modes with traction control and ABS, this new TRK is sure to be pretty good on the dirt too, especially when combined with the standard aluminium skid plate, spoked wheels and upgraded suspension as well.

As with the others on this list, price is to be confirmed, but it already looks pretty great going by specs alone!

 

 

In eighth place for this year's list is the Kawasaki KLE500.

Powered by the same 451cc parallel twin we find in the Ninja 500 and Z500, we can expect the KLE to produce the same A2-friendly 45hp and 43nm of torque.

However, whilst it shares its engine, it differs in every other respect. 

Long travel suspension, 21 and 17-inch spoke wheels, and a commanding 860mm seat height places the KLE firmly into a fairly serious off-road package, but naturally, with these bikes, only time will tell how good it actually is and also how heavy it will be too.

 

 

Seventh place goes to the Suzuki SV-7 GX. A somewhat confusing but brilliantly styled model, given that it uses the same engine as the recently discontinued SV650 and V-Strom 650, which were retired recently due to emissions, following a healthy 26-year production run.

Rivalling the Kawasaki Versys 650 and Yamaha Tracer 7, the SV-7 GX matches the older SV’s power, torque and also its bore and stroke, meaning it produces a reasonably healthy 72hp and 64nm of torque. 

Unusually, though, it uses standard telescopic forks and a box frame rear swingarm that ends up looking a bit out of place among the sharp styling seen on the rest of the bike.

Nonetheless, if it’s priced right I can see this being a great bike for 2026 and, personally, I think using the already proven and reliable 90 degree V-Twin is a feature, even if it is a bit outdated nowadays.

 

 

Coming in at sixth place and taking sport touring to outright sport, we find the Ducati Panigale V2 S, but not in its usual Ducati Red colourway this time, as they’ve brought back the Giallo Ducati colourway off the back of the WorldSBK and MotoGP bikes painted in the same colour.

The bike itself is unchanged from the V2 S we all know and love. 890cc, 120hp, 93nm of torque and 176kg wet, but there’s something about this new colourway that breathes new life into it.

The colour itself also harks back to the 1970s when it was first used, but also nods to such bikes as the much-loved 996. 

 

 

Keeping on theme with yellow brings us to fifth place and another new and exciting model from BSA. Marking the fourth model in their range, the Thunderbolt joins the Gold Star, Scrambler and Bantam as the company's first adventure bike under Indian ownership.

The Thunderbolt utilises the same engine as the Bantam, meaning it has the same 334cc liquid-cooled single cylinder producing a reasonable 29hp and 29nm of torque, rivalling the likes of the Honda CRF300 Rally with 27hp and 27nm of torque. 

The styling isn’t all form over function, though, with traction control, three ABS modes, and long travel suspension with upside-down forks and a large 21-inch front wheel taking control over the rough stuff. 

Whilst it’s largely based on the existing Yezdi Adventure, BSA have put their own spin on things, and I think it genuinely looks great and might be one of my personal favourites of the show. An exciting one to keep an eye out for in 2026, for sure.

 

In fourth place is the highly anticipated BMW F450GS. Created in partnership with Indian owned TVS, which also owns Norton, the new GS is every bit of the concept we all saw and loved.

It’ll come in four variants - Basic, Exclusive, Sport, and Trophy and be priced from £6,990 to £7,760.

At its heart is TVS’s 450cc parallel twin, making an A2-friendly 48hp paired with a very interesting ‘ERC’ centrifugal clutch system, translating into ‘Easy Ride Clutch’, which engages and disengages automatically, coming standard on the Trophy model or as an option on other variants. 

I love that BMW have made it so adaptable to riders' requirements by having different variants too, so if you want one for a bit of touring or road use, you can save some cash and opt for the basic trim or spec it up if you want to hit the trails.

 

 

Now into the top three, and at third, we have the Honda CB1000GT. This bike packs the same 1000cc inline four as the Hornet, meaning it produces 148hp at 11,000rpm and 102nm of torque at 8,750rpm. 

It also comes packed with tech, meaning it’s not all about the speed, with the standard features including 4 riding modes, a quick shifter, cruise control, heated grips, and a 21L fuel tank good for over 200 miles. 

It sure sounds like a great all-rounder and gives some variety against the popular NT1100 whilst rivalling the likes of Suzuki’s GSX-S1000GX, Yamaha’s Tracer 9 and also BMW’s S1000XR.

 

Just missing out on first place is the Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6. There has been a lot of talk about this model since it was first teased at last year’s EICMA, but this year we finally get to see what it looks like.

Taking more of a scrambler stance, hence the ‘S’ in S6, the Flying Flea aims to be an ‘Urban Explorer’ according to Royal Enfield, and with some proper kit on it, I can see what they mean. 

With a long and narrow seat, the S6 also gains an off-road riding mode that allows for switchable ABS, off-road tyres, long travel suspension and most notably, large spoked wheels to absorb rough terrain.

Power specs have not yet been released, nor have range stats, charging times or even the motor type, so we’ll have to wait to see how impressive it is on paper. If you’re after a silent but capable off-roader for trail riding, though, the S6 could be for you.

 

 

Finally, taking first place has to be the Norton Manx R. What a revival for the brand and what a job TVS have done, too.

Not only does it look stunning, but it’s got the spec to back it up too, with a 1200cc V4 producing 206hp and 130nm of torque, not forgetting to mention the clever semi-active suspension, it’s almost like a work of art and takes Norton into a whole different direction, still distinctively Norton, but more contemporary – even down to the new Logo.

I think it is also refreshing to see such a powerful sports bike be produced nowadays too, that doesn’t have bits of trim like wings, active aero or busy liveries. It’s all very Norton, and I think it looks absolutely mega.

It will be interesting to also see how it fares against the likes of Ducati’s Panigale V4 or the BMW S1000RR, and whether all that extra busyness makes a difference. Either way, Norton is back, and it already looks promising.

So, there we have it. I hope you enjoyed this list of our top ten new motorcycles for 2026. Don't forget, when it's time to get insurance for your motorcycle or scooter make sure to get a quote direct with Lexham!