Thruxton Tears, Insta360's Big Bet, and the End of the Electric Hype Cycle
It’s been a week where the stakes felt higher than usual, starting on the tarmac at Thruxton. We saw Ryan Vickers fly to a sensational sprint race win here, capping off his championship debut in style. But the shine came at a cost: Richard Kerr was hospitalized after a heavy warm-up incident here. It’s a brutal reminder that while we cheer for lap records, the machines are unforgiving beasts.
Speaking of gear that helps you survive the ride, Insta360 is making a serious play for the motorcycle market with their new X6 camera here. And if you’re wondering if the specs live up to the hype, take a look at these 16 fast facts. More importantly, for those of us who venture off-pavement, the debate over safety tech isn’t just about cameras; it’s about connection. One rider is seriously weighing the necessity of a Garmin InReach Mini 2 here, a question worth asking before you’re stuck in the sticks with no signal.
On the dirt, the dynamics are shifting fast. Jett Lawrence regained the 450 title lead at Unadilla after his brother Hunter’s costly crash here. Meanwhile, Haiden Deegan is claiming he’s capable of more after a frustrating 4-3 finish here, and Jeffrey Herlings proved his class again by winning the first MXGP moto in Sweden here. The talent density in motocross is thinner than ever, but the competition is fiercer.
In the electric sector, the narrative is changing. It’s no longer just about mass-market adoption; it’s about niche indulgence. Velca has launched a limited-edition Vortex Black Edition, restricted to just 30 units here. If you want a broader view of what’s actually viable in the EV space right now, this roundup of five worth-watching bikes from SteckerBiker here cuts through the marketing noise.
Finally, for those of us who prefer two strokes and metal, John McGuinness’s greatest TT bikes have been reunited for a 30-year Classic TT display here. It’s a classy nod to history that reminds us why we ride in the first place—speed, heritage, and a little bit of madness.