from the Japanese cutting-edge competition.Riding the T595/955 has never been as silky as swinging a leg over a Jap four, but you get a connection with the Trumpet that you simply don't get with a rice-burner. Yes the clutch can be heavy, yes your

underpowered against this particular competition, but for its target audience of newer riders it’s perfect. When in ‘sport’ mode the engine’s response is sharp and crisp, but it does feel a bit lacking down low and needs big revs to get the best out of it

too.Bear in mind that although the Corsa will be released early in 2004, it will only be in restricted numbers primarily destined for competition (Guzzi is eyeing up rule changes in the high profile American AMA series which will allow air-cooled twins

, and certainly intimidating for some. The bottom line however, was that the Japanese competition made models that were easier to ride fast and that, at the end of the day, is how these bikes are judged. I should point out that my fairly spectacular dismount

off the option list - this bike's built for brisk road riding and the occasional track day. It seems BMW is sick of people comparing the R1100S with sports tourers and wants this new model to compete head-to-head with the sports bike competition

. The Jackpot is aimed at taking sales away from competitors such as Big Dog, most of whose rides will set you back in the region of $30,000. Victory hopes that the more competitively priced Jackpot will grab a portion of that market. Push any motorcyclist hard

of 42 teeth. Embarrass sport bikes in the mountains. Overall: A niche bike that has no real competition. Unless all of your riding is commuting the 690 Duke would make a better second bike than an only bike. On the other hand, an expert rider can

't messing about with this one. Since the original ZX-10R in 2004, they've struggled to keep up with the competition but with the new bike boasting S-KTRC, Kawasaki's clever traction control system, three power modes and the option of KIBS, Kawasaki's ABS

for ‘Clews Competition Machines’. They’ve been producing bikes, mostly off-roaders, in Bolton since 1971 and because they’re a very small manufacturer (they turn out about seven bikes a week) their bikes have always had a unique feel.The limited edition FT35s

triple motor, lots of bell and whistles as standard. Good economy does everything well Overall: Top bike in ever competitive sector scotsgeezer: Brilliant Allrounder for the road Strengths: Easy to ride, comfortable, lots of gadgets, excellent shaft drive