Friday, 14 November 2025

EICMA 2025

EICMA 2025: Records Broken 


This text is taken directly from the ANCMA/EICMA News Release

The curtain has fallen on the 82nd edition of EICMA - the International Two-Wheeler Exhibition -  and once again this year the results are record-breaking. In six days, more than 600,000 visitors, including the public, professionals, industry operators, and the media, confirmed the success of an edition that combined entertainment, business opportunities, and passion, confirming its status as a global benchmark for the industry, bikers, and motorcycle culture.


With over 730 exhibitors from 50 countries and more than 2,000 brands represented, EICMA 2025 consolidates the growth recorded in recent years and reaffirms its international dimension. The strength of the exhibition event lies in the numbers: from the post-Covid edition of 2021 to today, visitors, exhibitors, and floor space have literally doubled.

The 2025 figures for B2B operators are also significant: more than 43,000 professionals from 167 countries, profiled and accredited to higher standards than in the past, brought the pavilions to life on the days reserved for the sector, generating new networking and business opportunities. Particularly significant in this area was the increase in foreign operators, which rose by a solid 28% compared to 2024. 

In terms of communication, there was a further increase in the presence of journalists, media, technicians, and content creators, who exceeded 8,200 from 67 countries.

Among the most popular attractions at this year's event was the 20th anniversary of MotoLive, the outdoor arena covering over 60,000 square meters, the largest ever, which thrilled the audience with races, acrobatic shows, trials, competitions with twin-cylinder adventure bikes, and the extraordinary Champions Charity Race broadcast live on television, which brought together twelve motorsport legends for a good cause.


The exhibition was further enriched by the "Desert Queens" exhibition, created in collaboration with ASO - Amaury Sport Organisation: a tribute to the history and legend of the Dakar Rally, with 31 original motorcycles on display for the first time in Italy, and daily meetings with the protagonists of the world's most famous rally, which attracted more than 42,000 visitors.

The Y.U.M. - Your Urban Mobility area was also a great success, where thousands of visitors were able to try out more than 40 vehicles, including scooters, mopeds, and electric and endothermic quadricycles, free of charge. This 4,000 m² area confirmed EICMA's ability to interpret new trends in urban mobility.

The 2025 edition spoke the language of emotions with its slogan "That's Amore," a hymn to the passion that unites manufacturers, riders, and the public. From the Tattoo Station, where more than 80,000 temporary tattoos were applied, to the central MotoLive stage, to the experiential content spread throughout the pavilions, passing through the Adventuring Area and the area dedicated to Start-ups and safety with the Police, the theme of belonging and love for two wheels permeated every space of the event.

The Gaming Area also confirmed its popularity, attracting thousands of young and not-so-young alike to play on the simulators. Covering an impressive area of over 300 square meters, the largest ever created, visitors were able to enjoy immersive riding experiences thanks to eight state-of-the-art simulators with real motorcycles. The challenges at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli provided adrenaline and entertainment, enriched by the presence of VIPs, influencers, and international riders.

Finally, the extraordinary mobility plan implemented by EICMA with ATM, the Municipality of Milan, and Trenord was very well received. Thanks to the intelligent participation of the public and their behavior, more than 15,000 free parking spaces in the city, enhanced connections, and rail concessions ensured a smoother, more sustainable, and orderly visitor experience and access than in the past, despite EICMA's significant impact on the Milan metropolitan area, contributing to the success and record numbers of this edition.

"EICMA 2025 marks the full consecration of the transition from trade fair to global and attractive exhibition event," said EICMA President Pietro Meda and CEO Paolo Magri. "We have worked hard to increase content, improve access to the exhibition, and enhance the visitor experience. The impressive numbers and quality of the content demonstrate how the event has become a unique experience that combines business, innovation, and passion. Credit and our thanks also go to the exhibitors and our partners, who believed and invested in this evolution, helping to make EICMA a lively place that showcases the present and future of the two-wheel industry."

With a total area of over 300,000 square meters and a rich and constantly evolving offering, EICMA 2025 closes on a high note of participation, innovation, and shared passion. The date has already been set for next year, from November 3 to 8, when the event will return to Fiera Milano Rho to write a new chapter in its century-long history.

www.eicma.it


News Briefs


Yamaha has won a fourth Red Dot award in the Design Concept category in four years - this year for theMOTOROiD2. The recognition follows the Red Dot awarded to the original MOTODROiD in 2018. The stunning design of #2 "was conceptualised to be a 'lifetime companion' and aims to generate two-way responses between it and its owner, thus the design evolved in a more organic and emotional direction." Using an organic, semi-transparent exterior gives the MOTOROiD2 a friendly, lifelike appearance. Also, the entire chassis functions as an interface, expressing the bike's "emotions" through light, touch, and movement. Additionally, the "LEAF" haptic device in the centre of the chassis enables non-verbal communication with the user through one's sense of touch and sight. 


Moto Morini says its United States sales are up by over 80% this year as it continues to expand its seller network and deliver 2026 models, with the new Calibro 700 Bagger quickly establishing itself on the back of the buzz generated by the popular X-Cape 700 adventure bike. Founded in 1937 in Milan, Moto Marini is one of the many comeback brands now being leveraged by Chinese factories, but with the new generation honoring the brand's traditions with design based in Italy; www.motomoriniUSA.com


The list of businesses and brands that have been honored with the Red Dot Award program's prestigious 'Design Team of The Year' reads like a veritable who's who of Industrial and Commercial product design royalty. From Apple and Porsche, to Ferrari, Fisker, Philips and Logitech. Now add Bombardier Recreational Products to that list of luminaries (BRP, Valcourt, Quebec, Canada) - winners of the 'Red Dot: Design Team of the Year 2025' - the first Canadian business to be so recognised. Its 2025 success saw the company scoop five additional awards for its Can-Am line up, including a Best of the Best Award for the Can-Am's Pulse electric motorcycle. The design organization also recognized the Can-Am Origin, Can-Am Canyon Redrock, Can-Am Maverick R Max, and Can-Am Outlander XT 1000R. This latest haul takes BRP's impressive collection of international design and innovation recognitions to 200 prizes, including 61 Red Dots; www.brp.com


Indian Motorcycle has appointed 'Revolutions' as its newest full-service Indian Motorcycle dealership in Scotland - at Perth. A family-run business with a long history of specializing in heritage brands, Revolutions' 8,000 sq. ft. facility is located just off Perth's renowned "Motor Mile" - just 90 minutes or 90 miles from 90% of Scotland's population. Revolutions is Scotland's only official dealer for Morgan, Caterham and Norton Motorcycles, and is a Royal Enfield dealer; www.revolutions.uk.com


Finnish E-bike manufacturer Verge Motorcycles has expanded its U.S. retail presence with a new retail showroom inside the Bike Shed Moto Co. in downtown Los Angeles. This marks Verge's first major retail footprint in Southern California. "Expanding our retail presence in the USA, especially with Bike Shed Moto Co. in a dynamic market like Los Angeles, is a significant step for Verge. Customers will now be able to see, feel, and experience our bikes in an authentic environment that reflects our shared passion for motorcycling," says Pekka Parnanen of Verge Motorcycles. BSMC LA is located at 1580 Industrial Street, LA; www.bikeshedmoto.com, www.vergemotorcycles.com


Having made its name in the 1950s with snowmobiles, 2025 sees Polaris celebrate 40 years in the ATV market - initially with the three-wheel Scrambler before the four-wheel Trail Boss paved the way for the 4×6 Big Boss in 1989/PSB


Serial American entrepreneur Erik Stephens, founder of Twisted Throttle (TT - Rhode Island, USA) and DENALI Electronics, has decided to close TT to focus on DENALI. He started TT in a garage in 2002, and went on to specialise in international brands, importing products such as SW-MOTECH luggage and MRA screens from Germany, Barkbusters hand guards from Australia, South African Kaoko cruise controls and R&G protectors from the UK. Erik founded LED lights specialist brand DENALI and it is now owned by Brown and Watson International (BWI) of Australia; www.denalielectronics.com


Spanish registrations

Spain - registrations to September 2025 +10.60%


The motorcycle market in Spain continues to excel. In Q4, 2024 there were many fewer regulation deadline-beating Euro 5/Euro 5+ pre-registrations than was the case elsewhere. As a result, the most recent data from ANESDOR, the motorcycle industry association in Spain (January to September 2027) show the motorcycle market at +10.60% (180,941 units YTD). 



July was another 'bumper' month in Spain, with growth of +25.78% (28,369 units) over July 2024, with August at +10.54% (16,798 units) and September up by +14.87% (22,902 units). In the first nine months of the year total PTW registrations (including mopeds) were +9.82 (190,401 units).

Honda remains market share leader YTD with a 22.9% slice of the action in Spain, ahead of Yamaha second (15.3%), Zontes third (8.3%), Voge fourth (6.6%) and Kymco fifth (5.9%). They are followed by BMW, SYM, Kawasaki, Piaggio and QJMotor.

The Yamaha NMAX 125 continues as the best-selling model YTD (10,112 units/5.6% share), followed by the Honda PCX 125 (7,611/4.2% share), Zontes 368 G, Sym Symphony 125 and the Voge 900 DSX in-line twin in fifth - the best seller among higher displacement models in Spain.

Honda's Forza 125, SH 125 Scoopy and ADV 350 are in sixth, seventh and eighth respectively; the Yamaha X-Max 125 is in ninth spot YTD and the Kymco Agility S 125 in tenth. 


Honda

Honda's WN7 

By Ben Purvis


Set to enter production in late 2025, with first arrivals to dealerships early in 2026, the new Honda WN7 electric motorcycle features CCS2 compatibility, which mean 'top up' charging is possible in just 30 minutes and 6kVA ''at home' charging functionality. 



Tested on European roads to "deliver a new emotional experience that is very different to ICE motorcycles; while retaining Honda's renowned qualities, this is Honda's first full-sized electric motorcycle, the original incarnation of which was shown at EICMA in 2024 as the EV FUN Concept. 

The mass production model will be sold under the name Honda WN7- the 'W' taking its inspiration from the development concept of 'Be the Wind', the 'N' standing for 'Naked' and the 7 being a reference to the power class.  

The Honda WN7 retains the slim, futuristic design of the EV FUN Concept and will offer more than 130 km of range from its fixed lithium-ion battery with "flexible options to take the stress out of charging". The compatibility with automotive-grade CCS2 rapid charging means a 20-80% 'top up' charge is possible in just 30 minutes, and subject to variables a 6kVA 'wall box' home charger can complete a full 0-100% charge in under 3 hours.

Sprint Filter

Sprint Filter for RSV4 X-GP


At the Catalunya Grand Prix, Aprilia Racing presented the RSV4 X-GP, an extraordinary limited-edition superbike created to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the RS-GP debut in MotoGP.



Inside the debut bike was a Sprint Filter. Fast forward 10-years and this latest Aprilia masterpiece also features Sprint Filter's high-permeability racing air filter - the same technology trusted by Aprilia Racing in MotoGP. 

"For a decade, Sprint Filter has been the Official Supplier of Aprilia Racing, " said Fabrizio Marucci, Head of Marketing at Sprint Filter, "bringing expertise, reliability, and innovation to the RS-GP project. This anniversary not only celebrates a remarkable partnership but also reaffirms Sprint Filter's commitment to delivering uncompromising performance at the very highest level of competition."

Produced in just 30 units worldwide, the RSV4 X-GP is the fifth generation of the exclusive "X" project and "represents the ultimate expression of racing technology transferred to the road". Aerodynamics inspired directly by the RS-GP25 prototype - including the world's first use of leg and tail wings on a production-derived motorcycle - combine with a structural carbon seat support and the official MotoGP livery. The result is unprecedented performance: 238 hp for just 165 kg, a power-to-weight ratio that redefines the riding experience.


SPRINT FILTER

www.sprintfilter.com

Bonamici Racing

YZF R9 - 'Engineered Instinct' by Bonamici


Italian parts specialist has introduced a new accessory line for the 2025 Yamaha YZF R9 - described as "Engineered Instinct - one line with one purpose - to dominate the track."


Developed 'in-house' by the Bonamici Racing R&D department, this new accessory line isn't "just components - they are instruments of precision, lightness, and feel - each one crafted to deliver top-tier performance, absolute reliability, and unmistakable racing style."

The center piece of the line is the company's new rearset - a design that combines "maximum rigidity, race-level feedback, and unmatched adjustability."


Compatible with the OEM brake light switch it gives riders eight adjustable positions, has oversized dual-bearing linkages, is standard and reverse shifting ready, delivers a dual shift feel - sharp or smooth - has an integrated rear brake master cylinder mount, racing footpeg brackets with anti-boot interference design, sliding toe pegs and high-grip short footpegs with bolt-on caps with optional sidestand.


Every element is CNC-machined from high-resistance aluminum, anodised "and finished with the precision of true Italian racing design."

Bonamici's full YZF R9 line up additionally includes top triple clamps in standard or racing versions; ergonomic and micrometrically adjustable brake and clutch levers; CNC machined lever protections in standard and EVO versions; sleek, reinforced and lightweight dashboard protection; clean, aggressive and anodised 'block' mirrors; compact and lightweight race inspired front and rear fluid reservoirs with universal fitment and premium anodising; rigid, responsive and angle-adjustable clip-ons; a quick-release tank cap and swing arm spools in a choice of colourways.


BONAMICI RACING

www.bonamiciracing.it

AIROH

AIROH Matryx


Representing one of AIROH's most complete and strategically positioned offerings for the on-road segment, the iF DESIGN AWARD 2024 winning Matryx is a model that "continues to stand out in the market thanks to its award-winning design, advanced technology and strong commercial appeal, making it particularly attractive to all riding enthusiasts."


Combining aggressive, modern lines with high-level technical solutions, the ECE 2206 approved Matryx is available with a Full Carbon 6K shell (from 1420 g 

+-50 g) or an HPC Carbon shell (from 1500 g +-50 g), each offered in two sizes with track-friendly DD Ring retention system also makes it suitable for sport use on the track.

Features include the ASN system (AIROH Sliding Net) - which improves ventilation and rider comfort - and the AEFR system (AIROH Emergency Fast Release) for cheek pads quick removal in case of emergency. The aerodynamics and acoustics were fine-tuned inside AIROH's wind tunnel, with a complete ventilation system including adjustable air intakes, spoiler and rear extractors. The helmet also comes with seasonal double Stop Wind and a removable nose cover.

"The visor system is one of the most competitive in its category, with extra-large field of vision, ATVR system for a tool-less quick removal, Pinlock 120XLT ready (lens supplied), the A3S system to minimize the risk of fogging and an integrated sunscreen visor.

"The inner Linings are hypoallergenic, breathable, fully removable and washable. Matryx is also AWC 4 and AWC 2 Ready, with dedicated spaces for Bluetooth system integration".


LOCATELLI S.P.A.

www.airoh.com

Showa

Showa 'Balance Free' suspension tech for Z900


Showa brand suspension products from Astemo Aftermarket Germany has launched 'Balance Free' shock absorber (and front fork) technology for the Kawasaki Z900.

First seen on a production bike in 2016 Kawasaki ZX10R 'Balance Free Rear Cushion' (BFRC-lite) was originally developed by Showa, with Honda, for race applications. A step further on from the popular Ohlins TTX design, the original objectives were a smoother suspension action, improved rider feel and increased grip and traction using a 'Unit Pro-Link' configuration.




Instead of a conventional single-tube layout, the 'Balance Free Rear Cushion' uses a double-tube design - the damper case and an internal cylinder, with a valve-free solid damper piston. The damping force is generated as displaced oil passes through an oversized piston to conventional products and cavitation is much reduced or even entirely eliminated.

Fast forward to 2025 and Showa's new shocks and front forks for the 2017 and up Kawasaki Z900 sees the technology matured to an easy bolt-in installation. The gas pressurisation suppresses cavitation in the sub-tank structure, and an enhanced functionality damping force adjuster continuously tunes for both compression and rebound.

Developed from proprietary premium materials, the lightweight, high tensile strength hydraulic spring is manually adjustable (no tools required). The rod has a navy blue titanium coating for improved performance and the upper mounting eyelet is in forged aluminium. 



At the front, the SHOWA 'Balance Free Front Fork' (BFF) delivers "outstanding damper responsiveness, enhancing handling and ride comfort for a more enjoyable ride".

Also designed for easy bolt-on installation, it incorporates the 'Balance-Free', again with a separate sub-tank structure (the world's first axial type) isolating the gas and oil chambers, and features the same damping force adjuster, spring and spring pre-load tech used in the rear shock.

There's a slide pipe, also with the performance optimizing navy blue titanium coating and a forged aluminium axle holder. The diameter upgrade is from the standard 41 mm to an enhanced handling 43 mm.


ASTEMO AFTERMARKET GERMANY

www.aftermarket.astemo.com