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Vastly improved recently and with a few little nudges – trick bars, sticky tyres, fruity cans, suspension – could be a real scream. Maybe a full decade after its birth then, the TDM’s time has come

A good, relaxed ride is guaranteed on this tourer

An excellent motorbike for those looking for the rugged offroad approach to onroad riding

A good-looking bike that is a nice alternative to the classic look of the Bonneville

While better styling will no doubt lead to better sales, this bike also offers more value for money than the old model, and that makes it a winner

The 749S is a better bike than the 749 and when it comes to price the 749S is cheaper than both the 999 and 999S, and if you don’t mind missing a few bhp is virtually the same bike

It’s a brilliant bike and everything it promises to be. In Bertie’s words; “It turns every roundabout into the Ascari Curve and constant radius turns into the Parabolica at Monza”

As a Sunday morning and occasional trackday plaything we would all have one in our garage

The fact that it begs for abuse and daft riding appeals. Stick a loud pipe on it and you'll get even more attention

Those who get to take charge of a Brutale will not be disappointed by a bike that performs as it looks: mean, lean and thoroughly crazy

New riders who like the look should take a test ride on one, as long as most of their riding is either in town or commuting

If you can afford one it looks amazing and goes very well. But cheaper options are also available

It’s a bit of a one-trick pony – go a very long way, very fast and it’ll be ideal. Deal with day-to-day practicalities and the competition will run rings around it

Unsurprisingly, the revised 999S doesn't disappoint. But is it worth nearly three grand over the standard model?

better brakes, heavier crank and even more power for 2002

Basic 2-valve air cooled motor with 1 extra horse over the standard Sport model

Superb handling sorts bike that may lack bhp but makes up for it with plenty of torque

As per 644E Dual Sport Trail but with Supermoto wheels - genius!

As per 604E Dual Sport but with bigger bore Suzuki engine as standard

Updated with a facelift, engine internals and a new swing arm.

The 620 Sport was launched this year as an alternative to the Monster 620ie for the rider who wants a bit more weather protection than the naked Monster offers as well as a slightly sportier edge. But what many riders will find appealing is that for the same price as the Japanese competition you can own a Ducati.

The speaker is rewarded with a couple of bemused looks as the assembled journalists scratch their heads and look at each other in some confusion.