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Kawasaki ' s 2026 Q1 wholesale unit motorcycle volume( to June 30, 2026) reached 59,000(+ 11.3 % yoy) in developed countries, with European unit volume + 4.6 % at 22,000 units, North America ' flat ' at 23,000 units and Japan at 10,000 units. In emerging markets, volume was 63,000 in total, The Philippines continuing as the major market( 46,000 units). Their Power Sports & Engine segment is described as posting a " notable profit increase driven by fixed cost reductions and tariff refunds."
Honda is said to have " achieved record-high quarterly operating profit and margin in its motorcycle business for the fiscal first quarter ", ended 30 June, " driven by robust global sales." Total Q1 global sales were 5,663,000 units with " strong momentum and volume increases led primarily by India and Brazil, alongside solid contributions across Asia." Unit sales of 117,000 Q1 units were down by 4.1 % in Europe( approx. 5,000 units less than the year ago) and down by approx. 3,000 units in North America( to 139,000). Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India( HMSI) reported retail sales 1.61m units, reflecting a 17 % yoy increase.
Suzuki reported strong quarterly sales of 548,000 units globally(+ 4.9 % yoy) for the April-June Q1 of its 2026-27 FY, " driven by robust performance in India and Latin America." In Europe Suzuki reported a " noticeable increase " its Q1 unit sales performance- " aided by aided by price realignments and expanding model lineups " in certain key markets. The GSX-S1000 / GX and 800 cc GSX-8S / R parallel twin were among the company ' s best sellers.
Bajaj Mobility AG( formerly PIERER Mobility AG) continued its operational recovery in the first half of 2026, confirming H1 results with 89,004 motorcycles sold outside India( 40,332 KTM, Husqvarna and GASGAS units in Q1, 48,672 in Q2). Bajaj Auto sold an additional 58,568 units, for a combined H1 volume of 147,572 units(+ 81 % yoy). Group revenue increased to € 701.4m(+ 65.0 %); motorcycle revenue improved to € 579.6m(+ 109.1 %) and fixed costs reduced by € 65.8m. It reported positive EBITDA of € 37.6m, with EBITDA margin of 5.4 % EBIT improved by € 166.0m in Q2, taking the company into positive financial territory for the first time since the conclusion of the restructuring proceedings.
AMA Hall of Fame- Class of 2026
Left to Right: Gary Sellers, Jake Johnson, Damon Bradshaw, Russell Bobbitt, Eraldo Ferracci and Dale Walker.
The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame announced the six distinguished motorcyclists that were to be inducted into its hallowed halls during the 2026 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Pickerington, Ohio. The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2026 includes Russell Bobbitt, Damon Bradshaw, Eraldo Ferracci, Jake Johnson, Gary Sellers and Dale Walker. " Induction into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is among the highest honors our sport can bestow- a recognition reserved for those who have truly shaped the course of motorcycling," AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman said. " Through their achievements, their passion and their lasting contributions to our community, they have moved motorcycling forward for every rider who follows." The AMA Hall of Fame Class of 2026 was decided by a week-long voting process, in which thousands of ballots were submitted. The inductees were selected from nine areas of influence within the motorcycle industry: Ambassadors, Industry, Design & Engineering, Dirt Track, Leadership & Motorcycle Rights, Motocross & Supercross, Off-Road, Road Racing and Specialty Competition.
Russel Bobbitt- Off Road Georgia native Russell Bobbitt is an icon of modern AMA off-road racing, renowned for his technical precision in the woods. Representing the factory KTM team, Bobbitt became a dominant force in the AMA National Enduro Series, securing five championships( 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011 and 2016). His 2016 title was particularly impressive, marking a triumphant comeback following significant injuries. An ' Athlete of the Year ', Bobbitt represented the U. S. with distinction at the International Six Days Enduro in 2011.
Damon Bradshaw- Motocross & Supercross Few riders left a mark on American motocross like Damon Bradshaw. Known for his aggressive style and raw speed, the Mooresville, N. C., native- dubbed " The Beast from the East "- signed with Factory Yamaha at just 15. He quickly became the youngest rider to win an AMA Supercross race in 1989. Bradshaw tallied 19 premier-class Supercross wins and six National Motocross victories.
Eraldo Ferracci- Road Racing Born in 1938 in Italy, Eraldo Ferracci established himself first as a National Championship-winning road racer and, after moving to the U. S., a recordsetting drag racer and producer of go-fast parts through his Fast by Ferracci business, which launched in 1980. Racers of all stripes clamored for his expertise, and the late 1980s Ducati asked him to form the first American-based factory road racing team. The team roared to two FIM World Superbike Championships in ' 91 and ' 92 with Doug Polen aboard, and two more AMA Superbike championships, in ' 93 with Polen and ' 94 with Troy Corser. Ferracci is a member of the FIM World Superbike Hall of Fame, as well as a founding member of the Ducati North America Hall of Fame.
Jake Johnson- Dirt Track One of the most accomplished riders of the modern AMA Pro Flat Track era, Jake is known for his technical precision and versatility. Born in Camden, N. J., he started out on a Honda Z50, rose through the grassroots dirt track ranks, and turned professional in the early 2000s. He earned AMA Flat Track Rookie of the Year honors in 2002, then captured AMA Grand National Singles Championships in 2006 and 2008. Johnson reached his peak with backto- back Grand National Championships in 2010 and 2011, including an " Overall " title in 2010. Over his career, he tallied 20 Grand National wins, excelling- and winning- across all track types: TT, Short Track, Half-Mile and Mile.
Gary Sellers- Leadership & Rights Since the 1970s, Gary Sellers has given his life to motorcycle education and advocacy in his home state of Ohio and throughout the country. Sellers was one of the founding members of ABATE of Ohio and served as legislative agent for the organization for a decade. He was awarded the honorary Life Membership Award by ABATE of Ohio in 1997. Sellers is also a member of the Motorcycle Riders Foundation and Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Freedom Fighters halls of fame.
Dale Walker- Design & Engineering A lifelong devotion to drag racing led Dale " Holeshot " Walker to become one of the most noteworthy engineers in all of motorcycle racing. Walker not only produced top-tier products for racers, including a clutch-less air shifter and an engine-management system, but also transformed how people tuned their machines. Walker was also a successful national-level drag racer with a noteworthy résumé, which included 50 national event wins and four National Drag Racing Championships. He continues to design and build high-level racing equipment with his brand, Dale Walker ' s Holeshot Performance.
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