For 2027, Gold Seal becomes a genuinely public-voted award. Winners will be decided by riders and drivers, not by panels or payments. There are no large entry fees, and every brand is eligible. Only new or newly updated models are shortlisted, and past Gold Seal winners are not eligible again. Tap any contender to see why it was selected. Voting details and rules will be published here before voting opens.
Kawasaki's return to full-size two-stroke motocross: the first full-size two-stroke in the KX range for 19 years, and Kawasaki's first fuel-injected two-stroke engine. The 327cc single has electric start, a five-speed gearbox and a 19-inch rear wheel, with a six-speed KX327X cross-country version alongside it. Announced in June 2026 as a 2027 model.
Source →The new TSN-300 N2 qualified for the main race at the 2026 Red Bull Erzbergrodeo in Austria, ridden by Polish hard enduro rider Paweł Sawicki, who reached Checkpoint 9 before the time limit. Thumpstar believes it may be the first Chinese-made motorcycle to qualify for the Erzbergrodeo main race (historical verification still underway). Designed and configured in Australia, with a simple carburetted 300cc engine.
Source →Honda completely redesigned its CRF450 performance models for 2027, headlining its 2027 off-road line-up. The flagship 450cc motocrosser is a new generation, not a graphics update.
Source →Ducati's first-ever motocross bike, with a desmodromic 450cc single, gets 2027 updates to gearing, ergonomics and durability. It brings a new manufacturer to motocross.
Source →Triumph's young motocross programme updates the TF 250-X for 2027 with revised engine calibration, KYB suspension and chassis and durability upgrades.
Source →The flagship of Arctic Leopard's electric dirt bike range: 26.5 kW (35 hp) peak, 700 Nm wheel torque, a 4.44 kWh battery and full-size 21/18-inch enduro wheels. Its maker says it was refined from a full year of rider feedback. Priced from US$5,799.
Source →The all-new first model in Bonnell's e-moto range: a 218 lb, 56 hp mid-size electric dirt bike with a swappable 3.9 kWh battery and a top speed above 80 mph. Priced from US$8,250.
Source →The 2026 Ultra Bee is a substantial update to Sur-Ron's full-size model: up to 24.5 kW peak power, a larger 74V 60Ah battery (up from 55Ah) and Sur-Ron's new SWC wheelie-control system.
Source →Talaria's most powerful production bike so far, launched globally in January 2026: 32 kW peak, 754 Nm, a 96V 4.3 kWh battery, a 65 mph top speed and full-size 21/18-inch wheels. Priced from US$5,699.
Source →The updated 2027 Freeride E has 19.2 kW peak power, a 5.5 kWh removable battery good for 2–3 hours of enduro riding, and a street-legal option. It is one of the longest-running electric off-road bikes from a major manufacturer.
Source →KOVE's first four-cylinder supersport, making 124 hp. It went on sale in China on 13 September 2026, and a UK and European launch is planned for 2027. KOVE plans to race it in the 2027 World Supersport Championship, after winning the 2025 WorldSSP300 title.
Source →An all-new small-capacity adventure bike, presented as a 2027 model in North America and a 2026 model in Europe. It brings the GS formula to the A2-licence class.
Source →A new triple-cylinder roadster unveiled at EICMA 2025 for 2026, moving the Trident name up a class.
Source →Royal Enfield's first electric motorcycle, a light urban bike. It launched in the UK and Europe in September 2026 from €5,990 / £5,300, with deliveries from October 2026.
Source →An Indian electric crossover with radar-based rider assistance, unveiled for Europe in February 2026. European pricing and launch date are still to be confirmed.
Source →Can-Am's return to two-wheelers with an electric naked roadster that has a 10.25-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay. It is on sale as a 2026 model from US$10,999.
Source →Revealed in August 2026: a 4.2-litre naturally aspirated Cosworth V12 with 690 PS and a six-speed manual. Only 64 will be built.
Source →An Italian V12 supercar revealed in 2026: a naturally aspirated 6.8-litre V12 with 888 hp and a seven-speed manual. A 13-car run is planned.
Source →A new Italian supercar due in 2027 with a naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and a six-speed manual.
Source →The production version of the fan-assisted, record-breaking McMurtry Spéirling: fully electric, around 1,000 hp, with a 100 kWh battery. Customer deliveries are scheduled for 2026.
Source →Ferrari's first fully electric car: four motors, over 1,000 hp, a 122 kWh 800V battery and a top speed above 310 km/h. Priced at €550,000, with deliveries from Q4 2026.
Source →The first battery-electric HiLux, on sale in Australia from A$74,990: dual-cab AWD, 59.2 kWh, 144 kW / 468 Nm and 2,000 kg towing.
Source →A deliberately simple, low-cost single-cab electric pickup from US start-up Slate, priced at US$24,950. It launches in North America in late 2026 / 2027.
Source →The fourth model year of Chevrolet's electric full-size pickup. Production started on 12 October 2026, and the 2027 model adopts the NACS charging standard.
Source →The 2027 Sierra EV adds a NACS charge port, new cabin-camera features and a Denali Dark package. Production started in October 2026.
Source →Contenders are listed in no particular order. Being shortlisted is not an award or endorsement. Model years and availability vary by market. Past winners: 2025–2026 motorcycles · 2025–2026 automotive.