CFMOTO’s bikes have for some time being the most credible Chinese-built alternative to the Japanese giants, and the new 700CL-X feels like the most convincing machine of the lot so far.
While that does mean it will sit in the shadow of some of the super naked motorcycles that are available, out on the roads of the UK and Europe, you won’t be thinking about that, you’ll be revelling in the midrange grunt and bathing in a sea of in
With the 2021 Yamaha MT-09 SP you still get that playful nature of the previous machine, just in a more composed, manageable, and user-friendly package.
LAUNCHED in 2018, the CB1000R represents the pinnacle of the Honda naked bike range. For 2021 the bike has been given an update to both its styling and hardware, with an updated Euro5 mill and new look for this year.
So, if you want the speed of a Ducati Panigale, with almost the same race bike dynamics and delivery, and a bit more comfort; you’re in luck. The new Streetfighter delivers that on almost every front.
With only a couple of gripes, thrashy ride and a seat that became tiresome after an hour, it is very difficult to find anything not to like about the bike, it ticks so many boxes.
Electric bikes aren’t for everyone, we know that already. For some, the type of riding they do, the distance they cover, and location just won’t suit an electric motorcycle.
For me the Husqvarna is a tough sell in terms of it’s limited use, outside of just been a B-road adrenalin fix or piece of motorcycle jewellery to park in your living room.
For the petrolheads out there currently (geddit???) frothing at the mount and punching the keyboard in disgust – move along, this isn’t the motorcycle you are looking for.
The R1250 R is so easy to ride, so refined and comes with everyday usability; it’s hard to see how a rider coming through the ranks or a more experienced pilot could fail to fall for its many charms.