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Bike Loans Australia Motorcycle News Insights

Each week, get a concise wrap of the most important stories in Australian motorcycling. We sort the noise from the news, covering road rule changes, safety insights, industry moves, events, new models and gear, and broader transport trends that affect riders. Expect clear context and practical takeaways in an approachable, trustworthy format, so you can stay informed, join the conversation, and plan your next ride with confidence.

This Week:

This week: insured losses of about $3.5b put pressure on motorcycle insurance costs; Triumph updates its LAMS Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 for March arrival with confirmed ride‑away pricing; CFMOTOs 2026 450MT hits dealers this month at about $10k ride‑away; and a fresh personal‑loan market update notes higher borrowing and mixed rate moves after last years RBA cuts. Practical tips cover budgeting for insurance, comparing loan features, and getting application docs ready.

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Hello and welcome to Bike Loans Australia Motorcycle News Insights. Im Paige Estritori, and its Saturday, 24 January 2026. First up, a weather reality check that hits the hip pocket. Insured losses in Australia totalled about three and a half billion dollars last year, with big hail events in Queensland and northern New South Wales making up roughly 40 per cent. That keeps pressure on premiums and excesses, including comprehensive motorcycle cover. Build insurance into your on‑road budget, compare policies, and note how garaging, security and agreed value can affect costs. Meanwhile, Triumph has updated its LAMS range — thats the Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme — with revised Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 models. Australian arrival is slated for March, with ride‑away pricing around fifteen and sixteen thousand, and longer service intervals plus a full suite of rider aids. If youre eyeing one for your Ls or a return to riding, set a budget now, factor in gear and insurance, and use a loan calculator to estimate repayments before stock lands. Also landing, the 2026 CFMOTO 450MT is hitting dealers this month at about ten grand ride‑away, with fresh colours and the same value‑for‑money adventure spec. Its a strong option for commuters who want weekend dirt capability without stretching the budget. If youre torn between new and used, remember finance can cover both; check total on‑road cost and accessories, and consider pre‑approval so you can move quickly when you find the right bike. Finally, a quick pulse check on personal loans. A major comparison update yesterday says borrowing activity is higher than a year ago, and while the Reserve Bank of Australia, or RBA, cut rates three times in 2025, lenders are mixed on passing changes through to personal loans. Terms typically run from one to seven years, so compare the comparison rate, fees and features, not just the headline rate. Have your ID, payslips and bank statements ready to streamline any application. Thats the wrap. For calculators, guides and to compare motorbike finance options, head to bike-loans.com.au. Ride safe, and Ill catch you next week.

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