American Moto Co. Weekly 202

TLDR: 2026 Moto events | The first Super Bike | Gear that’s actually made for a woman | Zee Traveler

Hey riders,

In lieu of the 2025 Motorcycle of the year award going to the Can-Am Canyon Redrock. We have curated a pile of motorcycle specific content that is worth your read and puts you in a better mood.

Cheers!

Upcoming schedule drop…

AIMExpo 2026
- Jan 7–9
- Anaheim, CA - Check it out
Indiana Motorcycle & Powersports Expo
- Feb 20-22 & 25 - Mar. 1
- Indiana State Fairgrounds (Indianapolis) - Check it out
Mama Tried Motorcycle Show
- Feb 21-22
- Eagles Ballroom (Milwaukee, WI) - Check it out
Daytona Bike Week
- Feb 27 - Mar 8th
- Daytona Beach, FL - Check it out

Reviews for Riders: 1969 Honda CB750 — The First Superbike

When Honda rolled out the CB750 in 1969, nobody really knew what was coming. It wasn’t just another motorcycle — it was a line in the sand. The bike that took “fast,” “reliable,” and “affordable,” and decided they could all live in the same garage.

Until then, if you wanted a big bike that could break 120 mph, you were either wrenching on a British twin or praying it wouldn’t leak itself into early retirement. Then Honda showed up with four cylinders, a front disc brake, and an electric starter — and suddenly, everyone else looked like they were still riding last year’s news. Read more….

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Track & Racing: CFmoto V4 SR-RR prototype

CFMoto has officially unveiled its most ambitious project to date: the V4 SR-RR, a superbike clearly built to square up against the Italians, especially the red-painted royalty of Ducati.

With the SR-RR, they’re stepping far beyond “value brand” territory. This isn’t about catching up anymore; it’s about competing head-on with the best.

The new V4 engine marks a massive leap forward for CFMoto’s engineering team. Developed completely in-house, it’s a 1000 cc four-cylinder platform aimed directly at the high-performance segment dominated by Ducati’s Panigale and Aprilia’s RSV4.

CFMoto isn’t quietly expanding its lineup, it’s announcing that China can build not just motorcycles for commuters, but machines capable of standing on a MotoGP grid.

For veteran riders, this move feels familiar, a reminder of when Japanese manufacturers in the ’60s and ’70s shocked the world by out-innovating Europe at its own game. For new riders, it’s a sign that performance isn’t locked behind old borders or old names anymore.

As Ducati continues to set benchmarks with exotic technology and price tags to match, CFMoto’s approach might open the door for riders who want that level of engineering excitement without the luxury-brand markup. If the V4 SR-RR delivers even half of what its spec sheet promises, it could redefine expectations for what a “made in China” motorcycle means.

Whether you’re a lifelong rider or just getting your first taste of two-wheeled adrenaline, keep an eye on this one. The next era of superbikes might not come out of Italy, it might come out of Hangzhou.

Safety and Performance: A woman’s jacket that doesn’t fit like a bag

For riders who want more than just good looks (but damn does it look good) the Beth Jacket from Wind and Throttle delivers both.

Inside, you’ll find level 1 CE-standard elbow, shoulder and back armor (EN 1621-1:2012) a standard we are coming to expect in our gear now.

And because style matters on and off the bike, the Beth Jacket is ready for riding or the Vans Warped Tour, without having to sacrifice safety.

Community Spotlight: Zee Traveler, motorcycle vagabond and the reason you have Bunk-a-Biker

Zee (Zee Traveler) didn’t just talk about hitting the open road; she strapped her life onto a motorcycle and rode away from everything familiar, learning the kind of lessons that can’t be taught. Her book, Motorcycle Vagabond Epiphanies, isn’t a travelogue. It’s a field manual for anyone who’s ever stared down the horizon and asked: What if I just kept going?