10. Triumph Daytona 675 (2006 - present): 4.42/5
Introduced in 2006, after a series of 4-cylinder Daytonas, many thought that Triumph's 675 3-cylinder supersport was a passing fad, an engineering anomaly that wouldn't hit the sweet spot. After all, if the Japanese were sticking to 4-cylinder machines, what did Triumph know? Well, the 675cc never cleaned up in racing but it was an instant success for Triumph. A near perfect blend of torque and hosepower in a usable chassis made the 675 the choice for novice riders and old hands alike.
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9. Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade (2004 - 2005): 4.43/5
The first of a long line of Honda Fireblades to bear the 1000 sticker. The CBR954RR was well loved, but the game had moved on and Honda had to react in 2004 with the CBR1000RR. Not as fiesty as the 2004 Kawasaki ZX-10R and yet not as sharp as the 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1, the 2004 Fireblade sold by the container load. Its blend of power, poise and that Honda logo kept it at the sharp end of the sales charts. Strong resale values even 6 years on.
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8. Honda CBR954RR Fireblade (2002 - 2003): 4.44/5
Prices for second hand CBR954RR Fireblades havent changed much over the past 3 years. A firm favourite of the experienced and every day biker, the RR2 and RR3 'Blades hit the mark in every way. Sharp handling, a good solid motor and most importantly, comfortable for a superbike. They're one fo the best value sportsbikes on the market today and are well loved for their reliability and their solid resale value.
Read the full Honda CBR954RR Fireblade review here.