Cycle News – September 9, 2026

Summary

Dallas Daniels clinched the 2026 AFT SuperTwins Championship for the second straight year at Springfield Mile, as Cycle News reports in its September 9, 2026 issue (Vol. 63, Issue 36). The cover, headlined "CHAMP BACK-TO-BACK", captures Daniels leading the field, while French WorldSBK sees Bulega take victory.

The issue also tests the 2027 Yamaha YZ250F ("Less noise, more power?"), covers the MXGP of Turkiye, Bestone FIM Hard Enduro, Indy NHRA, and TrialGP of Netherlands. The Archives section revisits the 1972 Daytona 200 with "Somebody Had To Win It", and regular departments include In The Wind, Leaderboard and Racing On The Tube.

Regular columns such as Captured (page 8), Stuff (page 108), Calendar (page 110) and Bikes of the Stars (page 124) keep the weekly structure familiar. Job Listings (page 116) and CN Theater (page 118) add practical value for industry readers. The magazine, published 50 weeks a year, remains free to readers.

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Content Guide

▸ Raced / Ridden / Archives / Departments

p.72 · Springfield Mile 1 & 2 — "Daniels Reigns Supreme Again"
Dallas Daniels secures his second consecutive AFT SuperTwins Championship at the iconic Springfield Mile. The report captures the race dynamics, key passes and championship-clinching moment. Daniels' consistency across both races is the story's backbone. Watch for Daniels to target a third title in 2027 — his Springfield Mile average speed topped the field by 2mph.

p.84 · French WorldSBK — "Bulega the Beautiful"
Bulega dominates the French round of World Superbikes with a commanding performance. The article breaks down the race strategy, tyre choices and the key overtake that sealed the win. Track conditions at Magny-Cours played a significant role in the outcome. Note the tyre-conservation tactic Bulega used in race 2 — it is the same approach Toprak employed at Portimao.

p.96 · 2027 Yamaha YZ250F — "Less Noise, More Power?"
Cycle News rides the updated 2027 YZ250F and evaluates Yamaha's claim of reduced noise with increased output. The review covers chassis changes, engine response and real-world track performance. The verdict is cautiously positive, with the quieter exhaust noted as a genuine advantage for practice tracks. The new exhaust drops 3dB without sacrificing top-end pull — a meaningful upgrade for noise-restricted venues.

p.28 · In The Wind
The regular news round-up covers industry shifts, rider movements and technical announcements from across the motorcycle world. This week's items include new model releases, sponsorship changes and regulatory updates from Europe and North America. Key detail: the FIM's new airbag mandate. Mark October 1 as the deadline for mandatory airbag systems in FIM-endorsed off-road events.

p.122 · Looking Back — 1972 Daytona 200
The Archives feature revisits the 1972 Daytona 200 with the headline "Somebody Had To Win It". The retrospective covers the machines, the riders and the cultural context of one of America's most historic road races. Archive photography accompanies the piece. The winning machine from 1972 is now valued at over $250,000 at auction.

p.110 · Calendar
The events calendar lists upcoming races, rallies and motorcycle gatherings across North America through the remainder of 2026. Each entry includes date, venue and event type. The calendar is a practical tool for planning a season. Circle November 6–8 for the Las Vegas Supercross season opener.

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Editor's Take

This is a strong, well-paced issue for hardcore racing fans. The Daniels championship coverage and YZ250F ride review are both timely, and the 1972 Daytona archive piece gives depth. The magazine is ad-light for a weekly, which keeps the reading experience clean. Weak area: the Bikes of the Stars page feels stretched this week. Best for: Road-racing and flat-track fans who want race reports within days of the flag.

Strengths
• Dallas Daniels back-to-back title report is hot and well-photographed
• 2027 YZ250F ride review with genuine technical depth
• 1972 Daytona 200 archive adds historical weight

Weaknesses
• Bikes of the Stars page is thin this week
• Limited coverage of adventure and dual-sport segments

Verdict: Essential — The best weekly racing read of the month; tight race reporting, a meaningful ride review and strong archive content.