EICMA 2015

The Energica Eva, here in Dark Blue, is essentially a naked version of the Ego electric superbike

Motorcycles

Energica introduces the Eva electric streetfighter

Born in Modena, in the heart of Italy's Motor Valley, Energica second model, the Eva, is built around a downtuned version of the Ego's electric motor for longer range and rids itself of the full fairing for a pure streetfighter feel.

The exhaust system of the Rondine is undoubtedly a piece of art

Motorcycles

In pictures: EICMA’s custom world

This year's EICMA was one of the biggest we have witnessed, and as such it had a lot on offer besides its numerous world premieres. One-off builds, concepts and some peculiar contraptions complemented the Italian show, acting as publicity magnets and occasionally as signs of things to come.

Moto Guzzi introduces a new engine platform, initiated by two new models, the V9 Roamer and Bobber

Motorcycles

Moto Guzzi rolls out new V9 cruiser family

Motto Guzzi introduced two models at EICMA built around a brand new 850cc engine. The V9 Roamer and Bobber represent the evolution of the Nevada 750 and signal a fresh take on the company's trademark air-cooled transverse twin tradition.

With the Scrambler Sixty2 Ducati targets a younger audience by offering a cheaper an entry-level version

Motorcycles

Ducati scales down the Scrambler with the Sixty2

Unveiled at EICMA 2015, the entry-level version of the Scrambler is Ducati's attempt to make its hugely successful retro model accessible to a wider audience. The Sixty2stays true to the bigger Scrambler's design, but introduces a 399 cc variant of the air-cooled Desmodue engine.

Wunderlich's 2WD BMW R1200GS LC: can go up to 20kmh on electric power alone

Motorcycles

Wunderlich adds electric 2WD system and reverse gear to a standard BMW R1200GS

Using an electric hub motor in the front wheel, this ingenious retrofit kit adds two-wheel-drive as well as a handy reverse gear to a standard BMW R1200GS.

The Husqvarna Vitpilen 701 is a concept roadster based on KTM's 690 single-cylinder engine

Motorcycles

Husqvarna takes to the streets with Vitpilen 701 concept

Despite a venerable off-road tradition, Husqvarna is now turning its focus to road-going motorcycles. The Vitpilen 701 concept bike was unveiled at EICMA as a sign of things to come, with the company having already announced that two smaller Vitpilen versions are headed for production.

The Piaggio Wi-Bike comes in Comfort or Active styles

Bicycles

Piaggio's Wi-Bike can be tracked by GPS for peace of mind security

At last week's EICMA bike show in Milan, Italy's Piaggio Group unveiled a new range of technology-packed electric-assist pedal bikes designed to satisfy the needs to today's connected cyclist. The Wi-Bikes come in two classic styles, one designed for comfort and the other aimed at sporty types.

2016 Benelli Tornado Naked T: an Italian take on the Honda Grom monkeybike

Motorcycles

Benelli Tornado Naked T: Italy gets its own monkeybike

Italian brand Benelli had a wee surprise up its sleeve at EICMA 2015: a European-designed, Chinese built monkeybike with its sights set squarely on Honda's giggle-machine Grom.

The KTM 1290 Super Duke GT redresses appropriately the Super Duke R to create the absolute sport touring bike

Motorcycles

KTM unveils GT version of the mighty 1290 Super Duke R

In 2014 KTM stunned the world (and us) with the fearsome 1290 Super Duke R. For 2016 the Austrian company has announced a Gran Turismo version of the twin-cylinder streetfighter, enhancing the Super Duke with practical amenities and an impressive collection of electronic safety features.

The fourth generation of the Suzuki SV650 returns to its roots with more power, less weight and the familiar sporty character

Motorcycles

More power, less weight for Suzuki’s fourth-generation SV650

Suzuki has unveiled an updated version of its venerable middleweight roadster at EICMA 2015. Featuring a new frame and a redesigned V-twin engine for more power and lower fuel consumption, the new SV650 is slimmer, lighter and sports a fresh, clean design.

The second model of the Scout family has just been unveiled at EICMA in Milan, Italy, as a more affordable version of Indian’s best seller

Motorcycles

The 2016 Scout Sixty makes buying an Indian motorcycle more affordable

Indian Motorcycle takes the fight straight to its main competitor, Harley-Davidson, with a bored-down version of the Scout model. The Scout Sixty trades some power for a big chunk off its retail price, while retaining the same sporty character that made for a worldwide success story.

This Bimota TESI RC hub-steered cafe racer is a steampunk cosplayer's dream

Motorcycles

Forkless cafe racers, supercharged streetfighters and kit superbikes: Bimota's bizarre EICMA selection

Ultra-exotic Italian brand Bimota laid on a superb selection of eye-popping new goodies at EICMA 2015 in Milan. There's a bizarre hub-steered cafe racer, a Diavel-powered Impeto streetfighter with its optional supercharger, and a kit bike to end all kit bikes, the Bimota BB3 superbike kit.