The Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race. road-racing program wrapped up its 2026 run at Mid-Ohio, where Jasmine Noelle claimed the championship during a double-header event.
The B.T.R. is the first all-women’s motorcycle racing program, inviting competitors to build their own motorcycle and prepare it for racing, train with expert coaches, and then race for one or two years. Each year the competition becomes more fierce, and 2026 was no exception.
The first race of the double-header was all Noelle needed; a 1st-place finish gained her a 39-point advantage, making it impossible for any other rider to overthrow her lead. But she had to work hard for it as Brianna Cutler battled her the whole race, passing her once and finishing just 0.7 second behind Noelle. Bryanna Everitt rounded out the podium.
The second race saw Everitt get away from the start and stay there, leaving Cutler, Noelle, and Tati Paze to fight behind her. In the end, Paze finished in 2nd followed by Cutler.
At the end of the season, Noelle claimed the championship with 168 points, followed by Paze with 136 and Everitt with 131. Congratulations to all BTR competitors and the team for another exciting year of racing!
CFMOTO has expanded its adventure lineup with the introduction of the manufacturer’s third ADV, the CFMOTO Ibex 950
The Ibex 950 is powered by a 946cc parallel-Twin that makes a claimed 112 hp at 8,500 rpm and 77.5 lb-ft of torque at 6,250 rpm. As we’ve seen with other CFMOTOs, the Ibex 950 is well-equipped on the technology front, with multiple ride modes, cruise control, tire-pressure monitoring, cornering ABS, traction control, and an up/down quickshifter.
The bike’s KYB suspension is fully adjustable, including the 48mm fork and rear monoshock, both offering 9 inches of travel. Spoked wheels come in 21-inch front and 18-inch rear sizes and are wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tires. Brembo braking components include dual 320mm front discs.
Along with the adjustable suspension, riders can fine-tune their experience with a 22-position adjustable steering damper, as well as an adjustable windscreen. The bike also comes with heated grips, a heated seat, hand guards, and full LED lighting. An 8-inch TFT touchscreen display is mounted vertically, and two USB sockets are on board to keep your devices charged.
The 2027 Ibex 950 will be available in Tactical Green or Nebula Black starting at $12,499.
Indian Motorcycle celebrated the 86th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally with the new limited-edition Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition.
The rally’s roots can be traced to a 1938 one-day event called the Black Hills Motor Classic. Organized by Indian dealer Clarence “Pappy” Hoel, the event featured racing, stunts, and other attractions. Nine racers competed, including eight Indians and one Harley.
The Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition celebrates Indian’s role in the rally’s history with special touches inspired by Indians from the 1930s. It features a classic two-tone Indian Motorcycle Red and Cream paint with a multicolored Indian Motorcycle headdress logo. In honor of the brand’s 125th anniversary, 125 individually serialized motorcycles will be produced.
The Chief Vintage is a new model for 2026. Based on the Chief platform, it’s powered by an air-cooled Thunderstroke 116 V-Twin and features classic styling touches such as valanced fenders, wire-spoke wheels, and a solo floating seat.
The 2026 Indian Chief Vintage Sturgis SD Edition can be had for $23,999, a $4,000 increase from the standard Chief Vintage.
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