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In photos: All the new motorcycles from EICMA 2017

By Spiros Tsantilas
November 10, 2017
In photos: All the new motorcycles from EICMA 2017
EICMA 2017 opened its gates on November 7 and will be the center of the motorcycle industry until November 12
EICMA 2017 opened its gates on November 7 and will be the center of the motorcycle industry until November 12
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Moto Morini has escaped from financial difficulties and returned with two new versions of its 1200 cc V-twin. The red Milano (center) and the yellow Scrambler (left) feature mainly cosmetic changes
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Moto Morini has escaped from financial difficulties and returned with two new versions of its 1200 cc V-twin. The red Milano (center) and the yellow Scrambler (left) feature mainly cosmetic changes
Peugeot celebrates 120 years of history with a special anniversary version of the Django 125 scooter
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Peugeot celebrates 120 years of history with a special anniversary version of the Django 125 scooter
Triumph introduced a new Tiger 1200 range for 2018, with less weight and a lot of fresh electronic gadgetry. Pictured here is the 1200 XR variant
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Triumph introduced a new Tiger 1200 range for 2018, with less weight and a lot of fresh electronic gadgetry. Pictured here is the 1200 XR variant
The Triumph Tiger 1200 XC is more capable for adventurous off-road use than the XR
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The Triumph Tiger 1200 XC is more capable for adventurous off-road use than the XR
Polini introduced its new 100 Big Evolution two-stroke engine with this scooter, with a view to the very popular Italian scooter racing championship
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Polini introduced its new 100 Big Evolution two-stroke engine with this scooter, with a view to the very popular Italian scooter racing championship
The Ducati Panigale V4 was one of the stars of EICMA 2017
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The Ducati Panigale V4 was one of the stars of EICMA 2017
The Ducati Monster 821 was introduced for the 25th anniversary of the Monster family
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The Ducati Monster 821 was introduced for the 25th anniversary of the Monster family
Ducati unveiled an even bigger Multistrada 1260 for 2018
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Ducati unveiled an even bigger Multistrada 1260 for 2018
The Ducati Multistrada 950 is the smallest model of the family
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The Ducati Multistrada 950 is the smallest model of the family
The 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 also gets the ever popular Pikes Peak special version
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The 2018 Ducati Multistrada 1260 also gets the ever popular Pikes Peak special version
Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer, Energica, introduced its third model, the Esse Esse 9, which was first shown at last year's EICMA as a prototype
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Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer, Energica, introduced its third model, the Esse Esse 9, which was first shown at last year's EICMA as a prototype
BMW upgraded its F-GS series with a new 853 cc in-line twin engine, as now the entry-level adventurer is called F750GS
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BMW upgraded its F-GS series with a new 853 cc in-line twin engine, as now the entry-level adventurer is called F750GS
The higher-end model of the mid-sized BMW GS family is now the F850GS
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The higher-end model of the mid-sized BMW GS family is now the F850GS
BMW extended its scooter range with a new model; the C400X is powered by a 350 cc single-cylinder motor producing 33.5 hp
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BMW extended its scooter range with a new model; the C400X is powered by a 350 cc single-cylinder motor producing 33.5 hp
BMW goes after the Honda Goldwing with the 2018 K1600 Grand America bagger
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BMW goes after the Honda Goldwing with the 2018 K1600 Grand America bagger
The 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100
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The 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100
Norton brought its new superbike to EICMA and placed the carbon-clad V4 RR in the center of its booth
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Norton brought its new superbike to EICMA and placed the carbon-clad V4 RR in the center of its booth
The 2018 Norton Commando 961 California celebrates 50 years of the Commando with a special color scheme
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The 2018 Norton Commando 961 California celebrates 50 years of the Commando with a special color scheme
The new Kawasaki Z900RS made an impression at EICMA 2017, especially with this green design
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The new Kawasaki Z900RS made an impression at EICMA 2017, especially with this green design
The 2018 KTM 790 Duke introduces a new parallel twin engine
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The 2018 KTM 790 Duke introduces a new parallel twin engine
The 2018 KTM e-Freeride
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The 2018 KTM e-Freeride
KTM updated for 2018 the entry-level enduro Freeride 250
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KTM updated for 2018 the entry-level enduro Freeride 250
Triumph updated the Tiger 800 range with a host of new features for 2018. This is the XC model
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Triumph updated the Tiger 800 range with a host of new features for 2018. This is the XC model
The Triumph Tiger 800 XR
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The Triumph Tiger 800 XR
Arch Motorcycles introduced the updated version of the KRGT-1 model, in the presence of co-owner Keanu Reeves
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Arch Motorcycles introduced the updated version of the KRGT-1 model, in the presence of co-owner Keanu Reeves
Yamaha ups the leaning three-wheeler game with the Niken, powered by the three-cylinder 847 cc engine of the MT-09
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Yamaha ups the leaning three-wheeler game with the Niken, powered by the three-cylinder 847 cc engine of the MT-09
The 900 GT is a new version of the Yamaha Tracer clan
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The 900 GT is a new version of the Yamaha Tracer clan
The Yamaha MT (or FZ) clan gets two new SP versions in the shape of the MT-07 and MT-09, joining the fun after last year's MT-10
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The Yamaha MT (or FZ) clan gets two new SP versions in the shape of the MT-07 and MT-09, joining the fun after last year's MT-10
The 2018 Benelli Imperiale 400
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The 2018 Benelli Imperiale 400
Benelli introduced a smaller version of the TRK adventurer, now with a 250 cc single
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Benelli introduced a smaller version of the TRK adventurer, now with a 250 cc single
Benelli upped its game with a new in-line twin 750 cc engine
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Benelli upped its game with a new in-line twin 750 cc engine
Benelli's take on the mid-sized power cruiser;the 402 S
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Benelli's take on the mid-sized power cruiser;the 402 S
The Benelli Leoncino 500 got a new Sport variant, and a 250 cc version for 2018
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The Benelli Leoncino 500 got a new Sport variant, and a 250 cc version for 2018
Lambretta is making a comeback with the V-Special in 50, 125 and 150 cc versions and lots of colors
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Lambretta is making a comeback with the V-Special in 50, 125 and 150 cc versions and lots of colors
A new Spanish company, Vuuk, will launch a series of electric bikes in 2018 with the help of Rieju
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A new Spanish company, Vuuk, will launch a series of electric bikes in 2018 with the help of Rieju
Spanish manufacturer of small bikes, Rieju, introduced a new 125 cc model called Century
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Spanish manufacturer of small bikes, Rieju, introduced a new 125 cc model called Century
Chinese e-scooter manufacturer Niu introduced its second model, the smart scooter N1S
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Chinese e-scooter manufacturer Niu introduced its second model, the smart scooter N1S
Taiwanese scooter manufacturer SYM unveiled its first two-cylinder model, the 465 cc Maxsym TL
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Taiwanese scooter manufacturer SYM unveiled its first two-cylinder model, the 465 cc Maxsym TL
SYM is expanding to motorcycles as well, with the NH Trazer 200
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SYM is expanding to motorcycles as well, with the NH Trazer 200
Spanish company Volta brought its BCN electric motorcycle to EICMA 2017 in three versions. This is the BCN City
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Spanish company Volta brought its BCN electric motorcycle to EICMA 2017 in three versions. This is the BCN City
The electric Volta BCN Forest
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The electric Volta BCN Forest
Volta's BCN makes very clever use of loading space
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Volta's BCN makes very clever use of loading space
Schwalbe returns with a retro-looking scooter running on an electric powertrain
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Schwalbe returns with a retro-looking scooter running on an electric powertrain
No new models for Moto Guzzi, but new stylish variants like the V7 Milano are always welcome
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No new models for Moto Guzzi, but new stylish variants like the V7 Milano are always welcome
The Moto Guzzi V7 Rough
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The Moto Guzzi V7 Rough
Vespa celebrates 50 years of the Primavera with a special model
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Vespa celebrates 50 years of the Primavera with a special model
The Elettrica ushers Vespa into a new age
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The Elettrica ushers Vespa into a new age
As promised, Chinese company Evoke launched its electric sportbike at EICMA 2017
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As promised, Chinese company Evoke launched its electric sportbike at EICMA 2017
Supercharged touring, courtesy of the 2018 Kawasaki H2 SX
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Supercharged touring, courtesy of the 2018 Kawasaki H2 SX
The shiny new Norton V4
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The shiny new Norton V4
Mondial built another version around Aprilia's 125 cc engine, the Pagani 1948
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Mondial built another version around Aprilia's 125 cc engine, the Pagani 1948
Kymco goes after Honda's X-Adv scooter with a variant of its own AK 550
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Kymco goes after Honda's X-Adv scooter with a variant of its own AK 550
Kymco takes the AK 550 scooter base into a three-wheeled direction as well
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Kymco takes the AK 550 scooter base into a three-wheeled direction as well
The Arch Motorcycles' impressive Method 143 broke cover at EICMA
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The Arch Motorcycles' impressive Method 143 broke cover at EICMA
Royal Enfield revealed a new twin-cylinder 650 cc engine in two variants, the Interceptor (left) and the Continental GT (right)
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Royal Enfield revealed a new twin-cylinder 650 cc engine in two variants, the Interceptor (left) and the Continental GT (right)
The 2018 Harley-Davidson Sport Glide
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The 2018 Harley-Davidson Sport Glide
The 2018 Honda CB1000R
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The 2018 Honda CB1000R
For 2018, Honda updated the popular NC750X
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For 2018, Honda updated the popular NC750X
A new variant of the Honda Africa Twin, called Adventure Sports, broke cover at EICMA 2017
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A new variant of the Honda Africa Twin, called Adventure Sports, broke cover at EICMA 2017
The updated 2018 Honda X-Adv scooter features some new electronic gear
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The updated 2018 Honda X-Adv scooter features some new electronic gear
The 2018 MV Agusta F3 RC
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The 2018 MV Agusta F3 RC
The 2018 MV Agusta RVS #1
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The 2018 MV Agusta RVS #1
The 2018 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR
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The 2018 MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR
The special 2018 MV Agusta Brutale PIrelli
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The special 2018 MV Agusta Brutale PIrelli
Suzuki's only EICMA 2017 novelty is a scrambler version of the SV650, called the SV650X
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Suzuki's only EICMA 2017 novelty is a scrambler version of the SV650, called the SV650X
Spain's Torrot unveiled the electric scooter Velicopedo, which will be available in several versions, from open-top, to fully covered cargo
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Spain's Torrot unveiled the electric scooter Velicopedo, which will be available in several versions, from open-top, to fully covered cargo
Kumpan Electric introduced its new model, the 1954 Ri with extended connectivity updates, touchscreen and longer range
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Kumpan Electric introduced its new model, the 1954 Ri with extended connectivity updates, touchscreen and longer range
The eclectic Brough Superior SS100 in a new 2018 version, the Pendine Sand Racer
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The eclectic Brough Superior SS100 in a new 2018 version, the Pendine Sand Racer
EICMA 2017 opened its gates on November 7 and will be the center of the motorcycle industry until November 12
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EICMA 2017 opened its gates on November 7 and will be the center of the motorcycle industry until November 12
The 2018 Indian Scout Bobber
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The 2018 Indian Scout Bobber
The 2018 Indian Springfield Dark Horse
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The 2018 Indian Springfield Dark Horse
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Every year in early November, Milan becomes the epicenter of the motorcycle industry, the place where manufacturers gather to showcase their latest products. New Atlas was on the ground at EICMA 2107, catching all of the production model debuts – the ones that we will be dreaming of, talking about and hopefully buying next year.

As is the case with every industry, it's the big exhibitions that offer a clear view of where things are heading, and the 75th edition of the Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo e Motociclio (EICMA) at the industrial metropolis of the Italian north is no exception.

The Arch Motorcycles' impressive Method 143 broke cover at EICMA
The Arch Motorcycles' impressive Method 143 broke cover at EICMA

The 2017 show seemed to host more exhibitors than ever before. All the big motorcycle manufacturers were there with very few exceptions, like Zero for instance, although on the other hand we were very happy to finally see Norton setting up its own booth. Keanu Reeves' Arch Motorcycles was also at the show with a new model launch and, understandably, a lot of publicity.

The 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100
The 2018 Ducati Scrambler 1100

The modern classic trend is still going strong, with more and more manufacturers betting on the hottest class of recent years. It seems that neo-retro bikes cut through capacity classes, as they do through countries and continents. Motorcycles like the new Royal Enfield twins and Ducati's Scrambler 1100 just keep on showing how wise and successful Triumph was when investing in the Bonneville family.

Triumph updated the Tiger 800 range with a host of new features for 2018. This is the XC model
Triumph updated the Tiger 800 range with a host of new features for 2018. This is the XC model

On the other hand, the ever popular Adventure class seems to be moving towards smaller capacities. The big beasts have grown over 1,200 cc and there's not much more room to go from there, but there is a large market with shallower pockets eager for a piece of the action. It's no surprise that both BMW and Triumph invested in updating their mid-sized GS and Tiger series, while other manufacturers like Benelli and SYM joined the fun at the lower end.

Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer, Energica, introduced its third model, the Esse Esse 9, which was first shown at last year's EICMA as a prototype
Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer, Energica, introduced its third model, the Esse Esse 9, which was first shown at last year's EICMA as a prototype

Electric two-wheelers are finally starting to make their presence felt at EICMA. As country after country plans to abolish fossil-fueled engines in the next decade, manufacturers are taking electric mobility more seriously, as Piaggio has demonstrated with the production version of the Vespa.

Jump into our gallery for a taste of all the new production models that debuted at EICMA 2017.

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Spiros Tsantilas
Spiros Tsantilas
Spiros studied Physics in the University of Athens before realizing that life is all about writing, traveling and motorcycles.

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DavidRogerBrown
Nothing beats Milan for eye candy-2 wheel & 2 legged models. One will easily fall in love with both riding in Italy.
Gizmowiz
Pathetic that most are gas. Electric rules. Can't wait for the Chinese to take over the entire industry because American, Japanese, and European bike manufacturers are stuck in the past with their high pollution bikes (far dirtier than a car--no catalytic converters, etc).
possum1
Dear VincentWolf, BMW has had Cat's on their bikes for years, and so do many of the other main players. Electric will not rule until they make something I can ride 100's of km's between stops. I agree with your sentiment, but for now, the practicalities are against you. For the bikes on display, I hope some make it to Sydney for the upcoming bike show !