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Behind the Scenes: KTM RC8
By Jon Urry on 18/02/2008 14:31:04
KTM’s RC8 marks the dawn of a new era for the Austrian firm. Join us as we go behind the scenes
There is an air of excitement combined with nervous tension around KTM’s factory in Mattighofen. Everyone is buzzing, like expectant parents waiting for their firstborn. The secret is out, the world knows what the Austrian firm has in store, but that’s as far as it goes. Beyond t...
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KTM Duke VS Kawasaki ER-6n
By Jon Urry on 21/08/2008 13:16:43
The KTM690 Duke and Kawasaki’s ER-6n have plummeted out of the ugly tree, clattering every branch along the way. is that all?
One man’s beauty is another man’s toad, or some such proverb is often quoted when referring to a visually challenged offspring. Usually behind the proud parent’s backs. To their faces expressions such as ‘he has his mother’s eyes’ which translates to ‘he has dad’s double chin and...
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First Ride: 2006 Aprilia RS125
By Jon Urry on 20/09/2010 23:05:20
They say: "Capable of demanding roles thanks to its spectacular stage presence" We say: "Acting the fool on one of these should be no problem, then"
Click to read: Aprilia RS125 owners reviews, Aprilia RS125 specs and to see the Aprilia RS125 image gallery.BEFORE RIDING THE RS125 I was really excited. I always look forward to riding new bikes, but this is one of a dying breed: a two-stroke race
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First Ride: 2006 Cagiva Raptor 650
By Jon Urry on 22/09/2010 11:00:00
Italian style meets Japanese functionality as Suzuki donates its new SV650 engine to Cagiva's aggressively-styled naked tool.
Click to read: Cagiva Raptor 650 owners reviews, Cagiva Raptor 650 specs and to see the Cagiva Raptor 650 image gallery.TO BE TRUTHFUL I was quite surprised when the phone call came in asking if we wanted to test the Raptor 650. It's not that often
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First Ride: 2006 Ducati Monster 695
By Jon Urry on 22/09/2010 11:10:00
Low capacity Monsters of old have been a little on the cheap side, so will this new model reflect Ducati's upmarket image?
Click to read: Ducati Monster 695 owners reviews, Ducati Monster 695 specs and to see the Ducati Monster 695 image gallery.Six Nine Five. Doesn't quite have the ring of 999 or 916, but Ducati's new version of the Monster, the 695, certainly has a
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First Ride: 2003 Ducati 999S review
By Jon Urry on 13/09/2010 16:10:22
If you want a bike that makes you feel a million dollars whenever you ride it there is only one manufacturer to turn to
Click to ride: Ducati 999S owners reviews, Ducati 999S specs and to see the Ducati 999S image gallery.Riding a Ducati superbike feels like a privilege, it's a very special experience. As soon as you've turned the key, pushed the starter button
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Retro File: 1992 Honda Fireblade CBR900RR
By Jon Urry on 24/09/2010 16:34:51
For too long superbikes were about nothing but power. Then, in 1992, Honda launched the FireBlade and laid down the template for the modern sportsbike. Now the RR-N is a hugely desirable classic performance bike
Click to read: 1992 Honda Fireblade CBR900RR owners reviews, 1992 Honda Fireblade CBR900RR specs and to see the 1992 Honda Fireblade CBR900RR image gallery.In the late 1980s Honda entrusted the development of its new inline four sportsbike to a
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First Ride: 2001 Ducati 620ie Monster
By Jon Urry on 27/03/2008 21:20:35
Jon Urry tests out the Ducati 620ie Monster
, with both engines benefitting from an extra 35ccs, the addition of fuel injection and second front disc. Apart from that, many of the changes are so subtle that until you read the spec sheet you might think the bike has just gained a few extra colour options
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First Ride: Buell XB12R and XB12S review
By Jon Urry on 14/09/2010 14:07:32
Having run out of weather related names Buell decided to stick with its current monikers for the latest offerings. We put them through their paces
, it has created two bikes that should put these demons to rest. Well, on specs alone things look good. I love the styling of the XB9 bikes but the XB12s look even better. Buell has kept everything on the bike identical that matters. The frame is the same
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First Ride: 2003 Suzuki SV650S
By Jon Urry on 13/09/2010 15:16:46
The new SV650S has a hell of a reputation to live up to as it steps into the shoes of its vastly popular predecessor
Click to read: Suzuki SV650S owners reviews, Suzuki SV650S specs and to see the Suzuki SV650S image gallery.If you were given a clean sheet of paper and told to write down your perfect real-world bike what would your list include?Well, for a start a
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