In short:Named after the Thruxton 500 endurance race, it was the last bike the company made before it folded in 1971 Top Speed: 110mph Engine Capacity: 499cc Power: 41bhp Weight: 196kg

that smoked like a chimney and had the disturbing habit of leaving various parts littered behind it on the road.This image may be what first springs to mind whenever the name MZ is mentioned, but it's a reputation that the company is trying to shed

manufacturer already known for producing special bikes.Like most Bimotas, the Tesi uses an engine borrowed from another manufacturer. This time it’s the turn of Ducati’s 1000cc air-cooled motor, the same as in the SS1000 and Multistrada, with the company’s own

with daily use for the last 5 months. Overall: Nice boots, well made, my vented ones kept me cool during the summer. Getting them on and off takes a little more effort than normal. One question, just how many company advertisements can you get on a pair

and don't like to admit to it in the company of mates.Which is the issue Ducati has with the Multistrada. It's a great bike, but the 'unique' look and the fact it's a Ducati, and therefore costs a fortune to run, puts potential owners off. Well, for 2007

controllers have all failed. What are the chances?I chose Gerbing because of the heated sleeves, neck, back and chest within the jacket and I liked the gloves (which are waterproof). Now other companies make the same kit I would suggest don't go with Gerbing

and can't stand by and see this languishing at the bottom of anyones list.This was the early days of a new company and yes there wasn't the sophistication there is today; but without it they wouldn't be were they are today.The biggest mistake Trimph made

into a street-brawling bruiser. But then if Street Rod is psycho, V-Rod was always schizo. The V-Rod is the bike Harley launched in 2001 - a radical and brave departure for the company. It was the first time in 98 years that they had built a V

for their sweet handling chassis, but also the frightening speed and frequency with which they would break down.It didn't take the Italian company long to develop a terrible reputation for reliability that, rightly or wrongly, still overshadows their product today

Strengths: The People at the company are helpful but does not excuse the complete lack of quality. Weaknesses: The People at the company are helpful but does not excuse the complete lack of quality. Overall: A very very poor and expensive product and should