Inline and V engines dominate modern combustion vehicle design. Each layout offers unique advantages in packaging, smoothness, cost, and performance. Here is how the two configurations differ and why ...

Technical Director Max Bartolini admits Yamaha “took the difficult route” to make sure its V4 engine was ready for the ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Ducati’s new low-slung 168-horsepower muscle bike is meant to ...

Yamaha test rider Augusto Fernandez has claimed its V4 engine is “still not fast enough” with the Japanese marque hoping to use it for the 2026 MotoGP campaign. The organisation has been developing ...

Luke started working as a Freelance Writer for HotCars in 2020. After three years, he moved to a more permanent role with the TopSpeed motorcycle content team as a Journalist. Over the years, there ...

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. Have confirmed that the YZR-M1 machines will be powered by the V4 engine from the 2026 season onwards. This decision aligns with Yamaha's intentions to transition, underlining ...

Recent patents show that Honda is working on a new V4 engine, with a focus on improved performance and efficiency. Honda’s been on a quiet tech streak lately, and its latest patent disclosures make ...

Following the Hungarian GP, Yamaha have announced their plans to debut its long-awaited V4 engine at the San Marino GP this year. Test Rider Augusto Fernandez is set to race the new prototype machine ...

The story of the most over-engineered Honda motorcycle ever made.

While motorcycle engines aren't usually strong enough for heavy cars, some models are lightweight, allowing them to make full use of these powerhouses.