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Used Test: Suzuki GSX-R600 review
By Chris Moss on 13/09/2010 11:16:54
Fashion may have consigned the GSX-R600 to history with its now dated bulbous looks, but it is still an utter ripper of a bike, and a bargain at that
consider it money well spent.There's no doubt that the GSX-R looks a bit dated these days. Its shapes and lines didn't alter much since it was launched in 1997. But underneath that fairly big and bulky architecture lies a more than very capable banzai
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First Ride: 2004 BMW R1200C Montauk
By Mark Shippey on 05/11/2003 11:49:08
Named after a town in New York State, the new R1200 C Montauk boasts more chrome and retro styling than a fifties diner. But it's also BMW's most successful foray into the cruiser market to date
individuality in the cruiser sector. It's certainly the Bavarian firm's best looking and handling cruiser to date and as it is a BMW you can be assured it will run forever.BMW R1200C Montauk SpecsTYPE - CRUISERPRODUCTION DATE - 2003PRICE NEW - £9495ENGINE
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First Ride: 2002 Kawasaki ZZ-R1200
By Alex Hearn on 29/03/2008 18:59:37
I think it's fair to say the old ZZ-R1100 was more than a bit past its sell by date. I last rode one about three years ago, on a flat out European speed mission in the company of a Suzuki Hayabusa and Honda Blackbird.
've been itching to trade in their ageing irons.112cc of extra capacity turns 1,052cc into 1,164cc - or, in other words the basic DOHC 16-valve engine of the ZRX1200 has been transplanted and turned ram-air fed ZZ-R (the original ZZ-R11 motor spawned
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BMW R1200GS Adventure vs. Moscow
By Jon Urry on 29/11/2010 13:36:29
Behind the Iron Curtain with only a BMW R1200GS Adventure for company, Comrade Urry sets out to explore a rapidly changing Moscow
and driving licence. I'm scared.Another officer writes something down. It says '60kph', which I assume is the speed limit, '120kph', my speed, and '100 Euros'.I take out the money but the policeman won't accept it. He's pointing down the road and getting
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First ride: Aprilia RS4 125
By Tom Higham on 31/05/2011 21:04:46
For the first time on a sports 125, Aprilia now have a bike that features a four-stroke engine
Since 1993, more than 100,000 RS 125 two stroke bikes have been manufactured around the world. Aprilia are still making this legendary learner legal for the foreseeable future, but with 2-strokes sadly dying a slow death they need a four stroke
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What The Press Say: Honda Crosstourer reviews
By Visordown on 18/02/2012 14:22:37
The British press rate Honda's new 1200cc V4-engined adventure bike
good thing or a bad thing depending on which side of your midlife crisis you are on.” Steve Rose, Motorcycle Sport & Leisure – May 2012“So make of it what you will but I liked it. Even though I liked the VFR1200 (it suited the way I ride on the road
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What The Press Say: Ducati 1199 Panigale reviews
By Visordown on 12/02/2012 10:24:41
The verdict from the motorcycle press on Ducati's revolutionary new superbike, the 1199 Panigale
the electronic fitted as standard to the S model we tested, it’s a lightweight 195bhp toy box – a blood red trackday sledgehammer.” Michael Neeves, Motorcycle News – Wednesday 15 February 2012“I’d love to spend more time on the Panigale. It’ll do 15,000 miles
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First Ride: 2005 Honda CRF450R - CRF250R
By Niall Mackenzie on 30/03/2008 22:29:28
Niall gives Honda's '05 model CRF450 and 250 'crossers a muddy run for their money.
radically for '05, but the press pack lists around 20 changes I would describe more as refinements to what is an already well-proven package.Dry weight has been reduced by 1.2kg to just under 100kg, which is what a 250 two-stroke weighed not that many years
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Used Test: Kawasaki ZRX1100
By Chris Moss on 14/09/2010 13:33:34
The ZRX1100's retro styling absolutely rocks...And it's got a flexible and powerful motor, boasts sporty handling and is a bit of a bargain to boot
.Launched in 1997, the ZRX was aimed at giving 40-somethings a bike that was none too fast, easy to ride, comfy, and above all, familiar - reminding them of the bikes they rode as youngsters, before they were burdened with the wife and 2.2 kids lifestyle
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Niall's Spin: Ducati 999R review
By Niall Mackenzie on 17/09/2010 15:11:26
When a racer has to pick a favourite circuit it will normally be one where he has enjoyed some success
, rightly or wrongly, I am always wary of their race replicas.I needn't have worried when I picked up the 999R. With a claimed 150bhp this is the most powerful production 999 to date, and with Ducati still far from being a spent force in racing I expect even
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