Excessive smoke from the exhaust on start up -- worn bores or valves guidesOil consumption -- expect to use 1 litre every 1000 miles if thrashedHead bearings Wheel alignment Warped dicsSpecsEngine 16v, in-line four 599ccPower 115bhp @ 13,000rpmTorque 68.1ft

-King breathtakingly rapid or just another emasculated naked musclebike?'It's definitely not for the faint hearted. The new 1340cc engine's a hell of a motor and I reckon anyone that tries one won't be disappointed.'And what about the power selector switch?'When you

producing the RS250 almost five years ago, the tiny two-stroke race replica still rates as one of the most beautiful machines on the road today.It first appeared in 1994, on the back of Aprilia's 250cc GP bike, using the same 55bhp V-twin engine seen

any paperwork that accompanies your prospective purchase. Sift through it thoroughly to ensure mileages, service history and frame/engine numbers tally. A Ducati 916 with a full history will be a far safer buy than one with diddly squat.Wait until