MCN - November 9 - 2016

Every Wednesday November 9, 2016. 2.
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P4
BIkes dont come much more desirable
Astonishing 215bhp and just

MADDEST MT-07
Among all the stunning new machinery at
167kg fully wet! Ducatis new 1299 this years Milan show, one stood out with the
Superleggera broke cover at Milan same level of crazy excitement as Hondas
this week at an equally incredible Africa Twin concept from two years ago and
72,000 (but we still want one).
its this insane looking T7 concept. Set to be the
replacement for the XT660 Tnr, this MT-
P8 07-engined Dakar-style weapon is brimming
with aggression, while promising a level of
accessibility not normally found on adventure
P20
bikes. We cant wait to see the real deal...
How right does this look?

Pure Dakar, mixed with
MT-07 accessibility
Prepare for a real mini adventure

Among the bikes from Suzuki at
Milan was this 250cc V-Strom.
While at the other end of the scale
is the new KTM 1290 Super Duke .
P16
KTMs Beast is madder than ever
Where did Goodbye to P32
Ferrari go? the K1300S

Virginio Ferrari finished second to Kenny Highly rated for its storming engine and
Roberts and ahead of the late, great inter-Continental comfort, the big BMW
Barry Sheene in the 1979 500cc Grand also benefits from one of the oddest front
Prix world championship. Then he found ends in any mass-production machine.
himself travelling to Dundrod to fight Now, however, the Germans have decided
Joey Dunlop on the roads. But what is the to call time on the big K as their S1000XR
retired Italian stallion doing with him-
self these days? MCN track him down to
P24 steals the sports-touring limelight. We
hack over to the Nrburgring and back as
Monaco to find out. a fitting tribute to best sports-tourer ever.
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WHOS A BONNIE
BABY THEN? MCN Garage
Triumphs new T100 Bonneville takes the
engine from the successful Street Twin and
puts it in a more traditional chassis and
owning & fixing
it looks like folks from Hinckley will have
another hit on their hands. We take the new
17 PAGES PACKED WITH ADVICE
Bonnie for its first UK outing.
P22
AT HOME WITH
THE SHAKIES
Shane Shakey Byrne has just won an Shark takes
unprecedented fifth MCE British Superbike
title and now its time to relax and take stock on 90-mile
before the madness all kicks in again and he
embarks on the fight for title No6. MCN join commute
Shakey and his family for coffee and a chat.
P28
p50
p40 p48
I think it is a Speed Triples Ri Richas

h new
YAMAHA
realistic target still a great buy Gore-Tex gear

because I am with p46
BARGAIN OF P54
one of the strongest
THE WEEK manufacturers in
World Superbikes
BMW K1300S 5995
SELLER SAYS 2009 16,889 miles
RED/BLACK/SILVER. Fitted with ESA,
and I feel I am
heated grips, ABS, ASC and heated
grips. Comes with all books and has five riding in my prime
BMW service stamps in the book.
MCN SAYS Finishing production this
Jonathan Rea reveals how P64
year (see page 32) this example will be hell make it three in a row
barely run in at that mileage. 15,019 bikes for sale Kawasaki ZX-10R goes on tour
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EXCESS ALL AREAS

1299 Superleggera fairings are also constructed in the
glorious weave. Also standard are the
beautiful high-strength carbon wheels,
made for Ducati by carbon wheel gurus
HIGHLIGHTS
OCarbon fibre monocoque frame
OCarbon fibre wheels and
removal kit, billet mirror plugs, front
and rear paddock stands and a cover.
The ultimate ride

By Richard Newland Carbon weight loss BST, saving another 1.4kg and offering swingarm The new chassis set-up is completed by
DEPUTY EDITOR The monocoque frame, beefy single- 26% less rolling resistance at the front OAluminium petrol tank hlins suspension and Brembo brakes.
OCarbon fibre fairings
M
sided swingarm, subframe, fairings and 44% less at the rear and wear The multi-adjustable 43mm hlins
CN revealed spy shots of the and wheels are all constructed from Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP rubber. Ohlins suspension FL936 inverted fork weighs 1.35kg less
new 1299 Superleggera just super-high-end carbon, and all are than the hlins fork on the Panigale
last week and heres the real unique to the new Superleggera. Power and control R, while the hlins TTX36 shock has a
deal in all its incredible glory. The frame has 7075 aluminium The heavily tweaked and lightened Theres also a bidirectional Ducati titanium spring that shaves off 0.5kg.
Its the first factory production alloy inserts that are co-laminated 215bhp Superquadro benefits from a Quick Shifter, and newly calibrated At the bottom of the fork is a set of
bike to be equipped with a carbon into the composite structure, and full electronics package. The six-axis Bosch Cornering ABS system. And to 330mm Brembo discs, being gripped
fibre frame, swingarm, subframe and result in a unit Inertial Measurement Unit manages prevent too much bragging, theres by Brembo M50 monobloc calipers.
wheels, and results in a gobsmacking that weighs 40% the Ducati Traction Control, the Ducati Data Analyser+ data cap- Only 500 will be built, each cost-
kerb mass of just 167kg or 156kg dry. (1.7kg) less than Ducati Slide Control, ture system. ing a colossal 72,000 and Ducati
Combine such a low mass with the the non-carbon Ducati Power The Superleggera comes with a race say theyve already sold out!
incredible 215bhp output from the version. The single- Launch, and kit that includes a titanium
1285cc L-twin Superquadro engine, sided swingarm slices Engine Akrapovic race exhaust,
and it should add up to the one of the another 18% (0.9kg) off Brake a race screen, plate
most devastatingly effective superbike the total compared to its alu- C on- holder remov-
packages ever created. minium counterpart, while the trol. al kit, stand
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THIS WEEK NEW BIKES FEATURES GARAGE SELLING SPORT November 9 2016 05
This is how 215bhp
and 167kg looks on
track. We love it
THE FACTS Priced to rival

O75bhp the Scrambler
O193kg range and
OSeat height using the same
805mm engine too
THE FACTS
PURE MONSTER
excellent Bosch 9.1MP ABS module,
O215bhp mated to a thoroughly decent pair
O167kg of Brembo M4.32 calipers that will
OSeat height easily haul the 797s 193kg kerb mass
830mm Monster 797 HIGHLIGHTS
plus rider down to an abrupt halt.
The wheels are alloy 10-spoke items
Its great to have an air-cooled OAir-cooled 803cc L-twin that wear a 120/70 17 front tyre, and
two-valve engine back in a Monster O10-spoke lightweight wheels a 180/55 17 rear which are Pirelli
package, harking back to the original OBosch ABS Diablo Rosso II as standard fitment.
bikes from the early 90s. This new OSteel trellis frame The frame is a pleasing tubular steel
addition to the burgeoning Monster OLCD dash trellis affair, and the 16.5-litre tank is
family uses the 803cc Desmodue also steel meaning rugged longevity,
L-twin from the Scrambler, but and that you can chuck a magnetic
packages it in an utterly contemporary, top-end of Ducati excess. That means tank bag on for the daily grind, too.
but endearingly simplistic, package. the simplistic, but refined, 75bhp, Those who struggle with tall seat
With a price tag expected to swing 50.8ftlb torque, 803cc air-cooled heights will hopefully get on well
from the bars at around 7875, its engine, slipper clutch, a twin-spar enough with the 805mm seat on the
also likely to drag a new generation of swingarm, non-adjustable KYB 43mm 797, and once in position youll get a
future Ducatisti in to the marque. fork, and preload/rebound adjustable classic view over wide bars to a full
At this price (you could have nine of Sachs monoshock. LCD dash. The 797 is also enabled to
these and some change left over for Electronic rider aids are kept to the use Ducatis Multimedia System, and
the price of a Superleggera) it couldnt bare minimum too. Theres no traction boasts a USB power socket to keep
be much further removed from the control to lean on, but you do get the devices powered up and connected.
Entry level price

but you still
get quality
components
Quite simply
the ultimate Ducati.
72k worth of carbon
perfection
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ADVENTURE FOR ALL

New 950 is Ducatis most accessible Multistrada yet
The Multistrada family may already Safety Pack, which includes eight- left subframe: again, spring
have a top-end adventure-sports HIGHLIGHTS level traction control. The system preload is adjustable (via a
bike for most tastes, ranging from ONew Multistrada model applies different intervention levels knob-operated hydraulic adjust-
the superb Pikes Peak through to the O937cc liquid-cooled Testastretta depending on the mode, and owners er), as is compression and rebound
off-road focused Enduro, but this is L-twin can personalise the settings too. damping.
the one weve been waiting for with OABS and Ducati Traction Control The LCD dash shows speed, rpm, Braking is delivered
great anticipation. OFully adjustable suspension total distance ridden, selected gear, by Brembo M4.32 mono-
Meet the Multistrada 950, a smaller OTouring Pack version available two trip meters, engine coolant tem- bloc radial calipers and
capacity offering that opens up the perature, fuel level and a clock. It also dual 320mm discs up front,
range to riders who may be put off by shows riding mode information, miles matched to a 265mm disc
the scale of the 1200s. Retaining the comes on Pirelli Scorpion Trail II tyres. remaining, real-time fuel consump- and floating Brembo cali-
trademark design and chassis geom- The engine is Ducatis sweet 937cc tion, average fuel consumption, av- per at the rear all ABS
etry, the 950 is slightly lighter than the Testastretta, and delivers a claimed erage speed, air temperature, travel enabled. The Bosch 9.1
1200, and has an 840mm seat height. 113bhp at 9000rpm, and 71ftlb of torque time and road ice warning. MP ABS control unit
Up front it wears a 19in light alloy at 7750rpm a combination that should The fork is a 48mm inverted unit, allows three-levels of
front wheel that will work with pure make the 950 feel like a lively ride with- and offers adjustable spring preload intervention, including a mode for
road tyres, or can offer more flexibility out ever turning threatening. Service as well as com- off-road use.
on and off road with dual-purpose intervals are 9000 miles or 12 months, pression and The new 950 will arrive in
rubber fitted. The tyre size is a 120/70 with valve clearance inspection every rebound damp- two guises, with the standard
19, while propping up the other end is 18,000 miles. ing. At the rear, bike expected to cost around
a 170/60 17 which will offer an equally There are four riding modes (Tour- a Sachs shock 11,295, and a Touring Pack
versatile blend of nimble road handling ing, Sport, Urban and Enduro), and the connects the version around 12,295
and dual-purpose flexibility. The 950 new Multistrada also gets the Ducati swingarm to the all to be confirmed.
THE FACTS
O113bhp
O227kg
OSeat height 840mm
SCRAMBLER DESERT SLED

THE FACTS O75bhp O207kg OSeat height 860mm
Theres not much
to dislike about the
Desert Sleds looks
Check this out! The Urban Enduro

model in the Scrambler family may have HIGHLIGHTS
failed to ignite passions with the same ONew retro Scrambler model
verve as the rest of the range, but the O803cc air-cooled Desmodue L-twin
new Desert Sled has just the right mix O19in front wheel / 17in rear
of retro and contemporary for those
looking for a more cheeky option.
Its certainly the most truly book styled new Pirelli Scorpion Rally
Scrambler-esque iteration in the line- STR rubber. Its a striking look.
up, and with its gold rims and oval tank To underline its desert skills, it has
decals it feels almost like a homage to bear-claw footpegs with removable
the iconic Yamaha XT500 and theres rubber inserts, and a fairly high 860mm
nothing wrong with that. seat. The frame has been reinforced to
As with the rest of the range, it uses cope with more aggressive use, while
the 803cc air-cooled two-valve-head the wide bars get a motocross-style
motor mated to a steel trellis frame and brace, too. The fork is a super-fat, fully-
capped off with a nice little steel tank. adjustable 46 KYB unit, while the rear is
Up front it rocks a gold laced 19in rim, a fully-adjustable KYB monoshock.
while the rear gets a similarly bling 17in The price is expected to be around
rim, and each wears the almost comic- 9495, which feels a little sandy to us.
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The new standard
Monster 1200 makes
more power than the
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MONSTER 1200 / S
THE FACTS O150bhp O209kg / 211kg (S) OSeat height 795-820m
For 2017, the biggest offering in the
Monster family gets a sleeker tank, a HIGHLIGHTS
redesigned sports-style tail, an all-new OMore power
headlight and an electronics package OCornering ABS
derived from the 1299 Panigales. ONew tank design
In terms of design, this updated
version is heading closer towards the
original bike, and even gets little details
like the steel tank once again being
fitted with an attachment clip.
Still available in two versions, a
standard 1200 and a 1200S, both retain
the latest version of the Testastretta
11 DS engine, which is now knocking
out a rather healthy claimed 150bhp
at 9250rpm a 15bhp boost over the
outgoing model in stock guise, and 5bhp
more than the outgoing S variant.
Still in residence behind the selector
buttons on the bars is a comprehensive
As well as the standard electronics package including the The big Monster gets a sleeker tank
bike, there will be a Inertial Measurement Unit that feeds
Touring Pack version information to the Bosch Cornering ABS adjustable, and it also gets a braking
for an extra grand and Ducati Wheelie Control systems. upgrade to a set of beefy Brembo M50
The stocker is expected to cost calipers and 330mm discs. Its three
around 11,495. Y-spoke wheels also feature exclusive
S graphics, and it gets a carbon front
S-class fender, Daytime Running Light system
The S model gets a bit more control and LED indicators.
refinement from the 48mm hlins The S will set you back around
fork and rear monoshock, both fully 14,395, when it arrives in the New Year.
SCRAMBLER CAF RACER

The Scrambler
gets a cool caf
racer look
O75bhp O188kg OSeat height 805mm
There should be laws about having
number boards on bikes. Get your magic HIGHLIGHTS
eraser out, and this new Caf Racer OCaf Racer seat unit
looks so much better without them. The OTermignoni silencers
54 is a nod to legendary Ducati racer OAluminium clip-ons
Bruno Spaggiari, but thats going to be
rather lost on the average buyer.
The Caf Racer, like the Desert family rear-end. The sharp-eyed will
Sled, is a new addition for 2017, and is spot the pillion pegs, which point to the
intended to do exactly what it says on fact that the cowl pops off to reveal a
the tin. Much of it is very nice, too and small pillion perch.
in black and gold, or Black Coffee as Much of the caf feel is also created
Ducati dub it its also a little redolent by ditching the traditional handlebar in
of the JPS era of sportsbikes. It appears, favour of a pair of aluminium clip-ons,
in essence, to be a Full Throttle with a while the lack of a subframe mounted
brace of design changes to create the numberplate hanger its mounted via
look. But still in residence is the lovely the swingarm instead helps to create
Termignoni exhaust with black anodized that classic caf racer silhouette. Like
cover, while the stubby caf racer seat the Desert Sled, its expected to dent
unit reminds us of the original Monster your coffee budget by around 9495.

SUZUKI
MINI ADVENTURE
DL250 V-Strom promises all-round fun at a budget price
By Richard Newland size humans an almost unprecedented While the design is all-new, the practicality here in spades, too. The tive) hard-case panniers. The 17-litre
DEPUTY EDITOR (from a mainstream manufacturer) op- underpinnings are recognisably large aluminium luggage rack can cope tank is claimed to provide over 300
T
portunity to have comfort, economy, Inazuma 250 based, and shared with with a decent 8.5kg payload, and the miles of tank range, theres a good size
his is a really cute move from and versatility from a small-capacity the Suzukis other great-looking new- subframe rails are designed to also be screen to hide behind, high and wide
Suzuki, taking the hugely popu- adventure-styled bike. Maybe even for-2017 250, the GSX250R. Theres the mounts for the optional (and attrac- bars, a plush seat and a pleasing lack
lar V-Strom family styling and better than that, it doesnt look like an of hard-to-clean clutter you often get
ethos, and blending it with an apologetic lash-up as many smaller with adventure styling.
evolution of their bulletproof 248cc capacity bikes can. In fact, it could even ABS is standard, and provided by
parallel-twin to create a funky and be the best-looking Strom in the family. THE FACTS Bosch, while the braking hardware
fresh economy adventure bike. Likely O24.7bhp itself appears budget, but good enough
to be just as at home on a rough and O190kg (est) for the job, and includes petal discs.
muddy country lane as it is bouncing HIGHLIGHTS OSeat height Theres also a well-specd all-LCD
over kerbs in the urban jungle, this ONew 250 model 800mm (est) dash to provide all the information you
24.7bhp addition to the family has a OOptional hard panniers could possibly need as you negotiate
wide breadth of appeal that could see O110/80 17 front, 140/70 17 rear your riding environment. If Suzuki can
it get some real traction in 2017 no O300+ mile tank range set an attractive price tag, this could
pun intended. O12v power outlet be a rampant success when it arrives
Set to be a full-size bike, it gives full- in dealers in summer 2017.
Suzuki hope the mini

V-Strom will lure in
a new generation of
adventurers
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THE FACTS
LCD dash is tucked behind O24.7bhp
a good-sized screen O181kg
OSeat height
Suzuki GSX250R 790mm
HIGHLIGHTS
OGSX-R styling
O248cc parallel-twin
OLCD dash
Just like the new V-Strom 250, with

which it shares an engine and much of
its running gear and cycle parts, the
new GSX250R delivers styling and pro-
portions that feel instantly right. But
while the styling, paintjobs and even
the name are all very GSX-R focused,
Suzuki have been careful to make a
subtle distinction between this GSX
and its more racy cousins.
This is firmly intended as a well-
styled everyday commuter bike, rather
than a pocket-rocket. Obviously the
24.7bhp on tap isnt going to be too
sporty anyway, but note how high the MotoGP-styling with
bars are, and youll understand that everyday commuting
this is far more GSX-F than GSX-R. practicality
While that might disappoint some,
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it will probably endear it further to use of IRC tyres, which could be fine
just as many, and especially town- but may also fall short for riders used
MILAN
dwellers who might want the looks, to more familiar brands. Tyre sizes are
but not the wrist, neck or backache of 110/80 17 front, 140/55 17 rear though,
riding in a crouch. which gives those who want something
The rolling mass is pretty light, at better the chance to go shopping.
181kg, and the spec is good enough The quality, fit and finish all look
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with Bosch ABS, petal discs, a classy pretty solid, and the colour schemes
and comprehensive all-LCD white- are remarkably mature in white, black
on-black dash, LED taillight and front or MotoGP-aping blue. And with a seat
running lights, stylish 10-spoke wheels height of 790mm, this sporty little of-
and KYB suspension front and rear. fering should be within the leg range
The only real question mark is the of most riders.
The naked GSX-S125 will

be in dealers next summer BURGMAN 400
THE FACTS O34bhp (est) O220kg (est) OSeat height 750mm
The Burgman 400 has been a staple

of Suzukis scooter diet since 1998, HIGHLIGHTS
and the fact so little seems to have OMore torque and midrange
changed in that time is testament to OFull LED lighting
how right they got it in the first place. OLighter and sleeker
For 2017, the Burgervan has gone
on a diet, and now sports sleeker
bodywork and LED lighting all round. an Iridium sparkplug to give a cleaner
The seat is a full 20mm deeper and and harder burn at ignition.
the footboards are now sculpted with Claimed improvements in chassis
cutaways to allow the rider to get feet rigidity should translate into a slightly
to floor more comfortably. more sure-footed handling package
The engine has been given a (suspension is unchanged). The 14in
tickle for Euro4 and to deliver more front rim has been ditched in favour of
midrange, while theres a new airbox a 15in item for improved stability and
GSX-S125
for improved torque character, and manners on pothole-infested streets.
THE FACTS O15bhp O133kg OSeat height 785mm The Burgman 400
is now sleeker with
Suzuki unveiled their all-new more midrange
GSX-R125 a month ago, and its little HIGHLIGHTS
surprise that theyve followed that OLED headlight
with a naked version, which joins their O125cc liquid-cooled DOHC
growing GSX-S family. OBosch ABS
The new lightweight naked
obviously shares the vast majority
of its parts numbers with its faired riders. The seat and footrest position
sibling, while the styling cues are very is identical to the R version, but the
clearly aligned with its naked elders. bars are 100mm higher, pushing the
Theres plenty of Suzuki claim its got the best rider into a more upright position for
room for touring- power-to-weight ratio in the class, improved vision and comfort in town.
sized luggage and at 133kg its certainly lithe, while It too gets Bosch ABS, and decently
the low and relatively narrow seat wide tyres, running a 90/80 17 front
will also open it up to a wide range of and 130/70 17 rear.

BMW
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Its part of BMWs retro R nineT family,
but something of an honorary GS too
R nineT Urban G/S rolls back the

years to BMWs adventure original Bold red seat is a powerful, instant
reminder of BMWs 1980 R80G/S
By Richard Newland
HIGHLIGHTS Optional knobblies
DEPUTY EDITOR
OTribute to original R80G/S
W
and spoked wheels
hen BMW launched the R O1170cc air-cooled boxer twin complete the look
nineT back in 2013, few could OAlloy cast wheels
have predicted what a ram- OABS as standard
pant success story it would OOptional traction control
become and even fewer would have
predicted the four versions that have
arrived since: the Scrambler, Racer, The styling is another jump into
Pure, and now this the Urban G/S. the dressing-up box, but the founda-
But the R nineT sold so fast that BMW tions of this model are shared with the
struggled to meet demand with bikes rest of the R nineT range. The main
at first. Now the firm has worked on rolling chassis and 1170cc air-cooled
creating a family of new versions to boxer twin are common through-
further broaden the platforms appeal. out (now also Euro4 compliant in all
The Pure, essentially a base model, guises), while this Urban G/S is part
was launched with the sleek retro Racer of the more budget-focused group of
a month ago. The two are now joined R nineTs, rather than the high-spec
by this homage to the original R80G/S Roadster (see right). That primarily
from 1980. Styled as a stripped-back means less-expensive suspension, a
adventure bike, the Urban part of the single clock instead of the Roadsters
name suggests that BMW are well aware more comprehensive dials, a steel fuel
this iteration will likely never sully its tank in place of the aluminium work of
tyres with mud. But if you want the full art on the expensive version, and less-
look, or the option to head off-road, flashy braking components.
they have made concessions to help. Its not devoid of nice touches though. with removable rubber inserts, and But what really defines this bike is
The protective fork gaiters are standard, There are plenty of forged aluminium the simple stainless exhaust system the overall visual effect. It takes you
and while the Urban G/S comes on five- parts including the fork bridges, fat is classy and sleek. Theres also a cute right back to the original 1980 G/S in
spoke alloy rims and road tyres there handlebar and bar clamp. The foot- double front mudguard, with an MX- a heartbeat, with that familiar paint-
are both laced wheels and knobblies rests also mirror the G/Ss off-road style main fender complemented by a sheme accented by the garish red bench
available in the options list. styling with bear-claw pegs fitted shorter wheel-level deflector. seat. It looks set to be a big hit.
R1200GS REFRESH
The R1200GS is enjoying an odd two-
stage transition into 2017. Already HIGHLIGHTS
available in dealers is an updated OTwo new factory options
GS which boasts a few visual nips ODrive train modifications
and tucks, as well as drivetrain revi- OOptional next-gen Dynamic ESA
sions with an anti-judder damper on
the transmission output drive, and
modifications to the selector drum
and transmission shafts. The bikes
have also been made Euro4 compliant.
Now BMW have revealed the full 2017
version with a raft of further dynamic
improvements, plus two new versions
to pick from in the model line-up. A
base model is available, as are three
package options (Dynamic, Comfort
THE FACTS
Exclusive (left) and and Touring), and now you can also
O125bhp
Rallye (right) models pick between new Rallye or Exclusive
O224kg
boost R1200GS range models. The existing R1200GS Adven-
OSeat height 850/870mm
ture continues in 2017, but we dont
expect a full model update until 2018.
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In standard spec
R NINET
with cast alloy rims
Unt et lam fuga. Uciis and road tyres
eseque late que numquod
ROADSTER
quiat ex et aut erorpore-
THE FACTS O110bhp O222kg

OSeat height 803mm
HIGHLIGHTS
ONew colour options
ONew wheels and clocks
OFully adjustable fork
Sitting at the top of the R nineT family

is the Roadster, which benefits from
THE FACTS some new colour options and valuable
O110bhp tweaks including Euro4 compliance.
O221kg The S1000RR-derived fork was
OSeat height previously unadjustable, but now has
850mm a full complement of knobs to twiddle.
The wheels have had a light redesign,
wheelbase has grown by 8mm, and
the steering head angle has been
reduced by 1.3 degrees. The dual-clock
dash has been split into two separate
binnacles for a more traditional look.
There are two paint options. The
Blackstorm gets a huge 21 logo on the
aluminium tank, applied by hand, while
the Blueplanets tank is finished in
metallic blue with a golden surround.
Blueplanet paintscheme oozes class
Blackstorms 21 logo is hand-applied
Exclusive measures to spec to their taste from Pro rider

Rallye sits half-
The Exclusive model is the road-focused modes through to the new self-levelling
way between GS
version of the new duo, aimed at rid- next-generation Dynamic ESA semi-
and Adventure
ers who want a GS because it delivers active suspension, and myriad luggage
a superb everyday riding experience, and protection add-ons.
exceptional touring capability, and has
the versatility to go anywhere when the Rallye raid
road (or lack of one) demands. While the new Exclusive option doesnt
Its also aimed at riders who want add a great deal to the model line-up
all the GS sophistication without be- in terms of diversity, the new Rallye
ing too shouty in terms of colours, or really does. The R1200GS aftermarket
Action Man add-ons that hint at global catalogue has always been big enough
travel pretentions. to exceed a panniers weight limit,
At the core of this subtle approach is meaning that you could build pretty
the Iced Chocolate metallic paintjob. much whatever version you want, but
The fuel tank side trim panels are fin- this new version panders to those who
ished in Monolith metallic matt and wanted the stock GS blended with some passenger footrests, blanking off the
also feature bold R1200GS decals on of the more off-road focused cues from resultant holes with covers that are
each side. The frame is powder-coated the GS Adventure without having to provided with the bike.
in Agate Grey metallic matt, while the buy the more imposing GSA. The Rallye also gets a raft of little
drivetrain is all finished in black, with The GS Rallye comes on cross-spoke touches to differentiate it further,
gold-coloured brake calipers providing laced rims for improved off-road capa- including a Rallye seat, sports wind-
a flash of contrast. bility and versatility, and while they shield, radiator and frame guard, and
There are no other special parts with still come on road tyres, you can spec wider enduro footrests. Suspension
this version, meaning that its effec- it to arrive on knobblies. Owners can upgrades are also available if you want
tively a bit of blank canvas for owners also remove the luggage bridge and to really go tonto off-road.

BMW
A GENUINE GS
2016
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G310GS HIGHLIGHTS
O313cc liquid-cooled single
By Richard Newland OGS family styling
DEPUTY EDITOR
O19in front rim
OLong-travel suspension
A
fter years of neglect, the sub- OFull LCD dash
500cc class of bikes is explod-
ing in 2017 with a glut of new
adventure-styled offerings. range by the thousands. We get the style
Fashion may well be a driving fac- and attitude we want, those markets
tor, but theres also a realisation from get the long-travel suspension and rug-
manufacturers that many of us are ged quality and simplicity they need.
now buying second bikes to commute Just like the G310R released last year
on and they dont need to be 160bhp (but still yet to arrive on our shores),
adventure leviathans. More and more the new GS version gets a tubular steel
of us are looking for economy and ver- frame, cast five-spoke wheels, and a
satility for an everyday bike, but not 313cc liquid-cooled single complete
at the cost of style, comfort or quality. with reversed 4v DOHC cylinder head.
Step up BMWs new G310GS, the sec- That means a claimed 34bhp at your
ond bike to be released into their G310 wrist, and 21ftlb of torque, driving
family (following the roadster-shaped through a six-speed gearbox and chain
R), and one of at least four quarter- final drive and a heady rev ceiling of
litre(ish) adventure bikes to arrive from 10,500rpm. At 169.5kg ready to ride
major manufacturers in 2017. its no featherweight, but neither is it
The baby GS might be small in capac- particularly lardy.
ity compared with its well-established The gold inverted 41mm fork which
stablemates, and the only GS not to be has 49mm more travel than the G310Rs
built in Germany, but BMWs commit- offers no adjustability, while the
ment to design and build quality looks rear monoshock does boast adjust- BMW claim 85mpg, meaning the 11-litre
11 litre tank could last for more than 200 miles
no less thorough. The family styling is able preload, useful for those who
unmistakeable, with the stubby front might carry a pillion or fit the 30-litre
beak, radiator shrouds, headlamp cowl optional topcase on to the standard
and tank all mini-me reworkings of fitment luggage plate.
the R1200GSs aesthetic. Theres ABS as standard, and a de-
While for our market this might look cently equipped all-LCD dash, plus
like a cute styling exercise to pander myriad official accessories to choose
to our adventure bike addiction, the from including 12-volt power sockets,
truth is probably more that this style heated grips, two further seat height
offers BMW the greatest breadth of ap- options (820mm and 850mm), lug-
peal globally. We think UK roads are gage, a centrestand, plus satnav and
bad, but ride in rural India or Brazil, smartphone solutions. Theres no word
and youll feel spoilt back home but on price yet, but the similar R model
thats exactly the sort of market where starts at 4290 and we wouldnt expect Back-to-front, rearward-leaning 313cc Its not made in Germany, but detailing
BMW hope to sell their smaller-capacity the GS to be much different. single-cylinder engine is from G310R and build looks up to GS expectations
Join the chain

gang with the
R, or belt up
with the GT
THE FACTS
O90bhp
O203kg
THE FACTS
O90bhp
O214kg
F800R & GT
OSeat height 790mm OSeat height 800mm
HIGHLIGHTS
ONew rider modes
OStyling improvements
ONew instrument dials
The F800GT and R have both received

a smattering of changes to ensure
Euro4 compatibility, while adding a
few useful modifications too. Often
overlooked in the mid-market, the
F800s probably deserve a little more
attention for their abilities, even if they
veer towards the capable, rather than
exciting, end of the spectrum.
Their shared 90bhp parallel-twin
engine now meets the more stringent
emissions requirements imposed on
2017 models, while the addition of a
ride-by-wire throttle means that the
duo now also get a pair of riding modes
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Small-capacity GS
will have enormous
international appeal
K1600GTL
O160bhp O350kg
OSeat height 750mm
HIGHLIGHTS
OMore weather protection
ODynamic ESA now standard
OTopcase also now standard
If your style of touring requires the

most stonking engine in the class,
the K1600 is your only logical choice.
The immense power and torque from
BMWs inline six (160bhp / 129ftlb)
gives an addictive surge of effortless
grunt, helping to melt the impact of the
GTLs physical scale.
For 2017 BMW have gifted the GTL
the same fairing revisions as already
delivered on the GT and Bagger,
providing a claimed improvement in
airflow and weather protection for both
rider and pillion. The GTL also now
gets BMWs impressive Dynamic ESA
semi-active suspension as standard
fitment, complementing the ABS Pro,
Dynamic Traction Control, bar and seat
heating, and cruise control. The official
accessories list is huge too and now
includes a reverse assist and Intelligent
Emergency Assist options.
Reverse mode helps paddle backwards

THE FACTS
O34bhp
O169.5kg
OSeat height 835mm
Optional SOS button phones for help
as standard: Road for everyday riding,

Not keen on the new
and Rain for when the tarmac is wet or
exhaust? Swap it for an
slippery. These are not linked to any
official Akrapovic can
sort of traction control, but tailor the
throttle response to the conditions.
Spend a little extra, and you can get the
plug-in Dynamic mode, which sharpens
up the throttle response for a sportier
power delivery.
The riders eye view is near-identical,
the two-clock dash using new faces,
while both bikes get modified exhausts.
The R can be fitted with an optional
higher handlebar and lower seat option D h is
Dash i tweaked
t k d with
ith new clock
l k faces
f
making it more accessible to the
shorter of leg and optional Design clothing, the R being a naked roadster,
wheels feature a Motorsport paintjob while the GT gets a decent three-
with red rim pinstripes. Both 800s quarter fairing and screen to give it
have the option of switching the newly more distance comfort. The other key
updated end can for the official BMW point of difference is the final drive,
Akrapovic HP item, which adds an with the R using chain drive, while
extra dose of braap to the soundtrack. the more touring-focused GT gets a
Despite most of the components maintenance-free belt drive.
and features being shared, there are a No prices have been released yet,
few features that sets the pair apart. but we expect very little change over
Most obvious is the difference in the existing 7595 (R) and 8350 (GT).
14 THIS WEEK 2016

The small capacity market
is hotting up with this new
Versys-X joining the fray
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KAWASAKI
SHRINKING VERSYS
Versys-X 300
backed up at the rear with a 130/80 17. deliver a very sit-in riding position, by a long-travel 41mm telescopic fork
By Richard Newland
DEPUTY EDITOR
HIGHLIGHTS While Kawasaki say the Versys-X with wide handlebars and a stubby up front, and a Uni-Trak gas charged
ONew small capacity Versys
K
will appeal to a vast cross-section but high windsceeen. monoshock at the rear all of which
awasakis Versys family gets O296cc parallel-twin of new riders, its safe to assume that The dash offers a high level of spec, the firm claim is up to the job of shrug-
another member for 2017 and OAdventure styling itll appeal to a wide array of more with a large analogue tacho supported ging off unpaved roads.
its at the smaller end of the OAssist & Slipper clutch experienced ones, too. by two LCD screens showing a digi- Dealers will be offering two acces-
capacity range. In this case that Both townies and thrashers will tal gear indicator, dual trip meters, sory editions as well as the standard
means taking the 296cc parallel-twin appreciate the Assist & Slipper clutch remaining fuel range, plus current Versys-X. The Versys-X 300 Urban
from the Ninja / Z300, and wrapping it back lanes or potholed high streets, which means a light lever in town, and average consumption and an eco- has a tank pad, hand guards, centre-
in an all-new chassis and bodywork. the long-travel suspension should and less locking-up on aggressive riding indicator. Keep the eco symbol stand and a 30 litre topbox, while the
The peppy twin should be a perfect contribute to a comfortable ride. Up down-shifts. ABS is standard, and lit at all times, and Kawasaki say the Versys-X 300 Adventure will get a
match for this lightweight adventure- front theres a 19in rim wearing a the calipers are decent Nissin items. tank will deliver over 240 miles. tank pad, tubular engine guard, cen-
commuter, and whether negotiating 100/90 IRC Trail Winner, which is The seat looks plush, and appears to Suspension duties are taken care of trestand and a pair of 17 litre panniers.
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THE RETURN OF THE Z650 MV AGUSTA

Hurriedly revealed at the Cologne power. It also gets the firms Assist & the low seat height (794mm) and
show last month, despite no bikes Slipper clutch, which reduces lever lightweight swingarm increase its
being on show, after details of these pressure, but increases clutch pres- flickability. Power is 123.6bhp, and
new Zeds leaked out Kawasaki have sure, and offers slipper functionality. Kawasaki say its happiest higher in
now unveiled them properly in Milan. It tips the scales at 185kg, with its the rev range, partly thanks to its
tubular chassis on show, and painted lightweight crankshaft, suggesting
Back to the Seventies to resemble the Ninja H2s. The reason- that itll be the thrashers choice.
Kawasaki havent
The Z650 name is well known to any- ably low 790mm seat position is shared Gears one to five are close and short,
skimped on the
one with a knowledge of 1970s bikes, with the Ninja version, while the flat with sixth being an overdrive (some-
spec of the dash
and this new namesake descendant bars mean a more upright riding po- thing the Z800 needed), while it also
kicks out not dissimilar power at sition, better suited to urban riding. uses a 525 chain to reduce drive losses Tourings never looked so hardcore
68bhp although it achieves that with Just like its clothed cousin, the Zed all engaged and released by the As-
two fewer cylinders.
Actually the direct descendant of the
also gets a repositioned rear shock,
removing it from the right flank to
sist & Slipper clutch.
The 41mm inverted fork features
TOURISMO
VELOCE RC
ER-6n, its effectively a naked version sit more conventionally up between stepless rebound damping and spring
of the new Ninja 650 (itself the ER-6f the swingarm and back of the engine. preload adjustability in the left tube,
replacement). Kawasaki claim nimble Those wanting a sportier look can with the adjusters located on the fork
handling, relatively light weight, and fit an accessory seat cowl, while those top cap, while the rear monoshock is
wide-ranging appeal, everything its seeking practicality will be pleased by also rebound and preload adjustable. THE FACTS O108.6bhp O192kg
predecessor managed, too. the official accessory 14 litre panniers The spec doesnt make it sound like (dry) OSeat height 850mm
The styling underlines the move and 30 litre topbox. a naked icon, but it ought to be a very
away from ER family to Zed, with the fine roadster.
new bike being almost indistinguish- The Z900 is back HIGHLIGHTS
able from the current Z800. The new Zed boasts a 948cc ONew colour options
The 649cc engine was not Euro4 in inline-four engine nicked ONew wheels and clocks
ER guise, but has had the same revi- from the Z1000 packed OFully adjustable fork
sions as the Ninja 650 to make it so, into an all-new trellis frame.
with the focus on keeping low-to- At 210.5kg its hardly a light- Focused around MVs compact 800cc
mid-range torque, rather than top-end weight, but Kawasaki claim triple, this is the firms idea of what
a fast tourer should be and nothing
Long-travel
Long travel suspension and 19in says fast like a race replica paintjob
front for the 300cc Versys-X Z650 FACTS and a number slapped on the side.
O68bhp Adding itself to an already four-bike
O185kg line-up of RC editions for 2017, the
OSeat height new TV also gets a carbon fibre front
790mm mudguard, a new damped sprocket to
THE FACTS improve transmission smoothness and
O38bhp (est) Z900 FACTS the pillion seat has been redesigned.
O170kg (est) O123.5bhp Euro4 tweaks have resulted in a more
OSeat height O210.5kg refined and quieter engine. Theres
800mm (est) OSeat height also a new six-speed gearbox, with
794mm improved shifting speed and precision,
and the starter motor has been revised.
The MVICS 2.0 (Motor & Vehicle
Integrated Control System)
electrickery has also been updated,
as has the ride-by-wire hardware.
The bike still offers the EAS 2.0
(bidirectional Electronic Assisted Shift)
plus eight-level traction control.
MVICS also drives the semi-active
suspension, using the firms Skyhook
algorithm; revised and tuned for better
refinement. Standard equipment also
includes a Garmin navigation system,
dedicated twin 30-litre panniers,
centrestand, adjustable windshield,
heated grips and cruise control.

The Beast is back
and its wilder
than ever
KTM
PURE NAKED
AGGRESSION
2017 Super Duke R gets more extreme
multimedia system that offers hands-
By Richard Newland
DEPUTY EDITOR
HIGHLIGHTS free connectivity for smartphones and
OUpdated LC8 engine with 177bhp
W
media players.
ith the full effect of 177bhp ONew 48mm WP fork & shock Also on the options list are a series of
arriving like a tornado at just ONew body panels upgrade packs. The Performance op-
9750rpm, theres no point OLED headlamp and running lights tion packs in Motor Slip Regulation, a
trying to pretend that the OKeyless ignition quickshifter+, and MY RIDE. The Track
new Super Duke R is anything other option gives you selectable engine
2016
than a force of nature. mapping, switchable anti-wheelie,
The current bike already delivers heavy heat sinks the only downside, MTC slip control and launch control.
MILAN
one of the most visceral experiences especially in orange R trim, is that they MSC (stability control) is standard
you can buy, and those fourth gear resemble a baboons posterior. fare, as is MTC traction control, the
power wheelies arent going to have That aside, the new R has clearly latest Bosch Cornering ABS, a super-
been subdued by adding more horses been on the steroids over the summer, moto mode that allows the rear wheel
although it has also managed to gain emerging now with a more muscular to lock, and three rider modes.
IAL
a somewhat porky 6kg even if its and brutally aggressive stance. The The 48mm WP fork is new and has
SHOW SPEC
impossible to see where. bodywork is pared back to almost heavier spring rates. Also new is the
Just like the rest of KTMs 2017 range, nothing, showing off the trellis frame WP shock, which gets a heavier spring
the headlamp is treated to LEDs and a like a ghoulish exoskeleton. (10N/mm) both are fully adjustable.
clever ventilation system that enables Theres now keyless ignition, a full As KTM say, this 2017 Super Duke R
the lights to run without bulky and TFT dash, and KTMs optional MY RIDE is The Beast 2.0.
LIGHT BRIGADE
THE FACTS stringent Euro4 emissions regulations.
O44bhp The 373.2cc single is fed by fuel injection
O149kg and breathes out though a new three-
OSeat height way catalytic converter, while the
830mm stubby underbelly exhaust is replaced
390 Duke by a classy looking side-mounted end
KTMs smaller capacity Dukes have HIGHLIGHTS can. Max power is a claimed 44bhp.
always been both popular and fun, ONew 373.2cc liquid-cooled engine The WP fork is also new, as is the big-
but it wouldnt be unfair to say they ONew frame & WP suspension ger 320mm front brake disc, gripped by
lacked a little class but with a few OLarger steel fuel tank (now 13.4l) a Brembo-developed By-Bre branded
reasonably subtle changes for 2017 caliper. Squeezing the brake lever just
they appear to have punched their got more comfortable too, as its now
way into the big league. The 390 now boasts a ride-by-wire span-adjustable (as is the clutch lever).
The new 390 has been treated to throttle, full TFT dash, an optional The separate rider and pillion seats
significant attention for the new model MY RIDE multimedia interface, ABS have also been redesigned to go with the
year, benefitting from visual updates as standard, split LED headlamp, and new sharper bodywork, chassis, and
that bring it closer to the Super Duke, all new bodywork. marginally larger 13.4 litre steel tank.
to engineering updates that will help The frame and subframe are new, At 149kg its a true lightweight, ca-
keep it at the fun and fruity end of the and the motor cradled by it also gets pable of delivering lots of fun to riders
A2 licence pool (with restrictor kit). updates to bring it in line with the more of all shapes and sizes.
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It may be a proto-
type, but expect
the real deal to
look similar
THE FACTS
O177bhp
O195kg
OSeat height
835mm
790 DUKE PROTOTYPE

adventure styled 800 model during the
HIGHLIGHTS Milan show.
OAll-new 800cc parallel-twin KTM say the new 790 Duke will bring
OFirst of a new family of 800s unparalleled poise, telepathic levels
OCustom rider modes & TC of feedback and lightness thats off the
scale to the mid-market which all
sounds good. With feet back on terra
This is the first official hint beyond firma, the more likely certainties are
multiple spy shots and KTM boss that itll have a ride-by-wire throttle,
Stefan Pierer confirming the 800s multiple rider modes, multi-level
existence to MCN during the summer traction control and integrated MY
of the style and intent of KTMs new RIDE connectivity. We wouldnt be
family of middleweights. surprised to find a quickshifter, too.
Powered by an all-new parallel-twin This is all a little way off though, so
engine of around 800cc, which the dont expect to be wandering into your
firm have dubbed the LC8c (with the local dealer with your bank details
c apparently denoting compact), this any time soon. Wed expect to see a
Duke version looks likely to be the first production version of the 790 Duke
arrival of what is certain to be a family unveiled this time next year, with the
of bikes from KTM and sister company, bike arriving in dealers in 2018. And it
Husqvarna. Interestingly, the rumour might not be alone if Husky are working
mill suggests that Husky will debut an on the adventure model, too.
125 Duke
The smallest Duke in the family gets a
THE FACTS
O15bhp
pretty thorough update for 2017, too,
O137kg
with new styling, new frame, and a
OSeat height
level of spec that most manufactur-
830mm
ers dont lavish on considerably more
high-end offerings.
With is sloping new LED headlamp
it looks even more Super Duke-esque,
and the new fat 43mm WP fork and
By-Bre caliper help keep the big-bike
illusion going at the front end. New,
sharper body panels continue the
HIGHLIGHTS theme, with a new frame and sub- connectivity as an option.

ONew frame and WP suspension frame poking out from beneath. Rid- The exhaust moves to the side
ONew LED headlamp ers get a new full TFT dash hosting all and looks better for it while rider
OColour TFT dash the information needed, and theres and pillion seats have also been up-
even MY RIDE hands-free multimedia dated. The baby Duke just grew up.

THE FACTS
O189bhp
O196kg
OSeat height
832mm
2016
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HONDA
ALL-NEW FIRE STARTER
Non-SP version of the Fireblade is still Showa and Tokico
chassis parts replace
faster and smarter than ever before hlins and Brembo
By Richard Newland Chassis-wise, thinned frame walls

DEPUTY EDITOR HIGHLIGHTS save 300g. Honda say reduced inertia
OEntry-level Fireblade
L
makes the Blade more flickable, while
ast month Honda unveiled two O9-level traction control an electronic steering damper makes
stunning new Fireblades, the SP OShowa BPF & BFR suspension sure it never gets too lively at the bars.
and SP2, which left us asking: OThree rider modes This base model may be devoid of
wheres the standard version? OFull-colour TFT dash the SP/SP2s top-end suspenders, but
Well, heres the answer. theres nothing wrong with the Showa
This is the bike MCN grabbed spy 43mm Big Piston Fork or Balance Free
shots of two months ago, boasting tion control which precisely manages Rear Cushion shock. Both ends are fully
non-semi-active suspension and a rear-wheel traction via the new ride- adjustable, and we know from experi-
black frame and swingarm. It looked by-wire throttle. Along with the new ence that both are highly capable units.
like a decent evolution, but in fact even Bosch ABS system (also managed by Front brakes are Tokico (rather than
in this more standard form 90% of the the IMU) and wheelie control this all Brembo) four-piston calipers, and the
2017 Fireblade is brand new. drags the Blade into this decade. aluminium wheels use a new five-
All-LED lights,
Power-to-weight ratio is improved There are a dazzling number of set- spoke Y-shape design. Peak power is
from front
by 14%, reaching the Fireblades best tings to choose from: three rider modes, 189bhp at 13,000rpm, with peak torque
to back
level ever, thanks to a 15kg diet and an five levels of power delivery, three levels of 86ftlb. All lighting is LED, with the
11bhp boost. Its also equipped with a of wheelie control, and three levels of twin front headlights offering high/
plethora of electronics missing from engine braking control. Thankfully you low beam on both sides.
previous Blades. Central to the system can make simple selections that let you Despite all the options available, this
is the five-axis Inertial Measurement to ride away in under 15 minutes, too. Victory Red paintscheme appears to be
Unit (IMU), which measures exactly Like the RC213V-S, the Fireblade the only one on offer. Thankfully its
what the machine is doing, in every uses a full-colour TFT dash. It has three rather nice, and slightly redolent of the
plane. It works the nine-level trac- modes: Street, Circuit and Mechanic. Honda Britain design of the late 1970s.
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THE FACTS THE FACTS
O90bhp O90bhp
O208kg O213kg
OSeat height OSeat height
810mm 810mm
CBR650F & CB650F

The CBR650F and CB650F both get
fruitier for 2017. Their 649cc inline- HIGHLIGHTS
four engine has an extra 4bhp, tak- O4bhp power increase
ing it up to 90bhp at 11,000rpm. The OShowa Dual Bending Valve fork
increase, which Honda say is most OUprated Nissin calipers
apparent from 5000rpm upwards, is
due to shorter air intake funnels and
a more free-flowing exhaust. Increased torque means 47ftlb arrives Up the pointy end is a new 41mm Revised two-piston Nissin front minimal sidepanels sharpening up the
Combine the extra power with short- at a peak of 8000rpm, and the engines Showa Dual Bending Valve (SDBV) fork, brake calipers work 320mm wavy discs, rear and the clear-lensed LED taillight
er gear ratios from second through to tractability allows it to pull smoothly which claims to improve ride comfort and two-channel ABS is standard. matching the crisp LED headlight.
fifth, and the new CBR650F should from 1500rpm in sixth gear. and handling, and which delivers pro- Adding weather and aerodynamic The naked CB650F is much the same
get off the line faster than the previ- Fuel consumption is a claimed portional rebound damping with firmer protection, the CBRs new front fairing bike, with only the lack of fairing and
ous model. Honda say itll pull three 59.3mpg, which should get you more compression damping. At the back is also channels air into the airbox intake clip-ons to tell them apart replaced
lengths on the old one over 400m dur- than 220 miles from where you last a preload-adjustable shock, mounted duct. From the fairing backwards with a neat headlamp and binnacle,
ing a second-gear roll-on. brimmed the 17.3-litre fuel tank. direct to the aluminium swingarm. the two models look the same, with and a set of handlebars. Take your pick.
Looks like a Dakar

racer, but it does
90 to the gallon
CRF250L
THE FACTS O24bhp O146kg
OSeat height 875mm
HIGHLIGHTS
ONew bodywork
OABS and digital dash
OMore power & torque
The fun, practical and versatile

CRF250L gets a decent smattering
of updates for 2017, partly driven
by the need to get it through Euro4
compliance which it now meets. The 249cc single boasts more The tank holds just 7.8 litres, but
The steel frame and Showa bottom-end torque and peak power Honda say it can deliver up to 94.1mpg,
suspension remain unchanged, but new from revisions to the throttle body, meaning a potential 160-mile range. As
bodywork brings it closer in style to its airbox and exhaust. It claims to thump a town commuter that looks and rides
CRF450R sibling. The new digital dash out 24bhp at 8500rpm, with peak better than a scooter, or as a weekend
now gets a tacho and a fuel gauge. torque of 16.7ftlb landing at 6750rpm. trail bike, its a solid option.
CRF250 RALLY
THE FACTS O24bhp O157kg OSeat height 895mm HIGHLIGHTS
the bars set at 910mm its going to
feel like a weird enduro/scooter riding
OCrossover 745cc scooter position. The X-ADV also has a five-way
While most of the bike is identical ODCT transmission adjustable screen, tapered aluminium
HIGHLIGHTS to the CRF250L, the Rally gets a O21l under-seat storage handlebar, Africa Twin handguards, a
ONew rider modes larger 10.1-litre fuel tank that Honda Rally-style instrument display and a
OStyling improvements say will get you over 200 miles, centrestand. A Smart Key means you
ONew instrument dials thanks to managing 94.1mpg. Honda have a history of building insane can leave the electronic fob in your
The Ls fork is replaced by a scooters that answer a question no- pocket, and just jump on and ride.
43mm Showa unit with longer legs. one asked and following the DN-01 At the end of the long-travel
If youre in the market for a 250, Extra-long suspension enhances its and NM4 Vultus comes the X-ADV. suspension are spoked rims and dual-
surely this is top of your list. Just off-road ability, but means an 895mm Conceived by Hondas design team in purpose tyres, and twin radial-mount
look at it! Pure Dakar naughtiness. clamber to park your posterior. The Italy, the X-ADV has an elevated stance four-piston calipers at the front.
With styling DNA drawn from the front disc is larger, and the ABS can that Honda say gives it an off-road Hondas Dual Clutch Transmission
HRC CRF450 Rally Dakar racer, the be switched off for the rear wheel. ready attitude. We cant wait to try it (DCT) is standard, with two fully
CRF250 Rally gets a similar floating
screen, while fairing and radiator
shrouds give further wind protection.
The asymmetric headlights are LED,
A skid plate protects the bikes
underside, and the gear lever has a
folding tip to help survive tumbles.
Whether youre in Peru or Putney, its
X-ADV
THE FACTS O54bhp
away from the tarmac, though its 17in
front and 15in rear wheels arent likely
to make light work of tough terrain.
Under that tall 820mm seat is 21
automatic modes and a manual
setting. All this makes the most of the
NC-derived 745cc parallel-twin engine,
which Honda claim will return 79mpg if
as are the indicators. a great-looking bike to be seen on. O238kg OSeat height 820mm litres of storage capacity, and with youre riding like a saint.

THE FACTS
O113bhp
TMAX
O196kg (est)
OSeat height
830mm (est)
O60bhp (est) O212kg

OSeat height 800mm
HIGHLIGHTS
OTwo new editions
O530cc parallel-twin
OTraction control
The flagship scoot will be available in

two models, the TMAX and TMAX DX.
Both share a stylish new body with a
more compact face and LED lighting.
Beneath the bodywork is essentially
the same 530cc parallel-twin, but
now with a new upswept exhaust, new
catalytic converters and airbox mods.
Add to this YCC-T ride-by-wire throttle,
and the TMAX should feel sharper and
YAMAHA
more responsive. YCC-T also enables
the fitment of traction control.
Theres also a new aluminium
ITALIAN CAF CHIC

chassis, a narrower carbon fibre drive
belt, lighter tyres (saving 1kg) and a
narrower rear wheel rim (now 4.5in).
Underseat storage has grown, and the
dash gets a new TFT unit, while the
TMAX is now keyless, and prepped to
connect with Daineses D-Air system.
TMAX DX
XSR900 Abarth edition HIGHLIGHTS

O847cc inline-triple
clutch all of which turn this into a
bike as well suited to the daily grind
as it is to the weekend scratch.
The luxury option gets cruise
control, adjustable power modes,
an electronically adjustable screen,
By Richard Newland tuning legends, the bike has come about OOfficial Abarth limited edition Production is limited to just 695 heated grips and seat, adjustable rear
DEPUTY EDITOR
thanks to Abarths links with Yamahas OCarbon front cowl units, and on the side of each bike is shock, and the My TMAX Connect
OCarbon seat unit
Y
MotoGP team, which in itself doubtless a numbered plaque. Those riders who system which works with your mobile
amaha have been one of the spawned from the earlier association OAkrapovic titanium exhaust want to be among the first to own the and can also be used as a tracker.
most prolific embracers of the with parent firm Fiat. new Abarth need to set a reminder
retro scene, and also one of the As the name suggests, this is a modi- for 1pm on January 17, 2017 when
most innovative at taking their fied version of the XSR900, but the battleship grey paintjob highlighted Yamahas dedicated online regis-
budget-focused MT range and jazzing changes should add up to a very dif- with red speedblock and Abarth logos. tration system goes live. The first 95
it up to appeal to new audiences. ferent ride. The drop bars are key to Nestling beneath the styling chang- customers to register their order at
Last years XSR900 took the MT-09 much of the aesthetic, and resultant es is a lovely full titanium Akrapovic www.xsr900-abarth.eu will be in-
to a whole new level of attractiveness, change in riding position, and while system, culminating in a stacked vited to join an exclusive VIP Abarth
and now the firm have moved the game they start the caf racer transforma- end-can thats rather reminiscent Experience. After the first 95 online
on again with this half-faired carbon- tion, its the carbon nose cowl, seat of Ducatis 959 Panigale. And being registrations have been confirmed,
rich version called the XSR900 Abarth. unit and front fender that finish it off. an XSR900 it boasts traction control, the remaining 600 will be made avail-
Created in association with the car Theyre joined by a suede seat, and a ABS, and the firms Assist & Slipper able through dealers from April 2017. The standard TMAX, and (top) the DX
T7 TNR CONCEPT The game moves on dramatically

THE FACTS
O74bhp (est)
O180kg (est)
OSeat height
HIGHLIGHTS though with this concept. Packing the
OCP2 700cc parallel-twin engine 895mm (est)
MT-07s CP2 engine into an all-new
OFull-on WR450F Dakar styling chassis, the T7 should dig into the soft
OExpected to arrive in 2018 stuff with superb tractability from the
parallel-twin 700.
If this doesnt make you feel like Equipped with an aluminium fuel Its pure Dakar from the front
putting some motocross boots on and tank, quad-projector LED headlight,
heading off into the great unknown, a carbon fairing and skid plate, and a
then youre missing a key strand of custom made Akrapovic exhaust as
your biking DNA. well as high specification KYB front
While Yamaha are fast to pint out suspension, 21in front and 18in rear,
that this is just a concept bike, theres the T7 concept is a serious statement.
absolutely no doubt that the firm will Its a WR450F Dakar for the masses,
put this XT660 Tnr replacement and while much of the bling Dakar-
into production, continuing a 33-year aping spec sheet might be sacrificed
line of Dakar-inspired middleweight for production, the overall effect will
desert assault bikes. remain and we love it. Akrapovic is unlikely to be stock
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NEW V4
THE FACTS
O54bhp
O198kg (est)
OSeat height
790mm (est)
EXCLUSIVE
Stunning new
British V4 in
all its glory
Street Scrambler
By Richard Newland the bike). The footpegs are sturdy steel approved immobiliser in the key,
DEPUTY EDITOR HIGHLIGHTS bear claw type, and it gets a little bash and a USB charging point for all your
ODedicated Scrambler chassis
T
plate. The badging and paint options gadget needs. And of course its water-
riumphs previous Bonneville O900cc Street Twin engine are all Scrambler-specific, too. cooled, which cleans up emissions,
Scrambler was a pleasant OSwitchable ABS & Traction Control And for those on an A2 licence, quietens the engine down and results
enough bike, but cast a critical OInterchangeable pillion seat / rack theres a kit to make this bike com- in a claimed 36% improvement in fuel
eye over its lines, and its plain OA2 kit available pliant. That makes this quite possibly economy. Service intervals are also
to see that its not up to Triumphs the coolest A2 option you can buy. a rather pleasing 10,000 miles apart PLUS: MotoGP
new dawn of superb fit and finish. But While it may look authentically (or annually).
this new Street Scrambler version is. wider handlebars, 19in front wheel old-school, the technology cleverly Sitting ahead of the bars is a fat sin-
Valencia end of
Based largely on the excellent new and 17in rear, Metzeler Tourance secreted away from casual inspec- gle clock unit with a mix of analogue season fallout
Street Twin platform launched in 2016 dual-purpose rubber, switchable ABS tion hides ride-by-wire throttle, and digital displays, covering off rpm,
which has also now spawned a T100 and traction control, and a high-level which enables the fitment of traction gear position, odometer, trips, range, Ducati Pikes
Bonneville, T100 Black, and a Street
Cup caf racer the new Scrambler is
stainless steel exhaust.
Nice touches abound such as the
control which can be deactivated
for off-road shenanigans as well as
fuel level, average fuel consumption,
a clock, and your traction control
Peak goes on an
so much more than a parts bin special. small but plush pillion perch that de- similarly switchable ABS. The rear settings. A neat blend of old and new. epic adventure
Just like the Street Cup, which taches in favour of a neat aluminium light is retro shaped, but packed with If all of this doesnt look or feel
boasts a host of bespoke revisions, rack for a more rugged adventurer LEDs, theres a torque assist clutch for special enough for you, there are over
Macau madness
the Scrambler gets longer rear shocks, look (both items are included with lighter effort at the lever, a Thatcham 150 official accessories available, too. 50th birthday
22 NEW BIKES
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Purists will baulk at

the radiator but that
engine is a peach
Chromed exhaust looks the business Shared with the Street Twin, the 900cc
even if it isnt as loud as a '60s Bonnie engine has an engaging, revvy nature
TECH SPEC VERDICT

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE T100 Far more than a re-styled Street
Retro yet Price: 8300 (8600
Twin, the T100 has all the relaxed
modern. It two-tone)
nature of the larger T120 Bonnie,
even has Engine: Parallel twin, four-
but in a smaller, lighter and
traction stroke, eight valves,
arguably more fun and engaging
control SOHC, water-cooled
package. Fans of the previous
Bonneville will love it.
900cc, 84.6mm x 80mm
Claimed power: 54bhp @ 5900rpm
Claimed torque: 59ftlb @ 3230rpm
Weight: 213kg (dry)
Fuel capacity: 14.5 litres WE LIKE
Seat height: 790mm
On sale: Now
Styling, engine, experience
Contact: www.triumph WE DONT LIKE
motorcycles.co.uk
Only a single disc and basic caliper but Brakes lack feel and power
ABS means you can grab a handful
closer in character and feel to the the character of the T120, but for solo flat. It feels correct and is pleasingly incorporates ABS makes its slight lack
By Jon Urry
larger Bonneville T120 than the Street blasts it isnt that thrilling compared relaxed and spacious next to the more of feel largely irrelevant. On the older
S
MCN CONTRIBUTOR
Twin. This bike is, essentially, a smaller to the smaller machine. This is why I compact Street Twin yet it manages to model you never had this reassurance
ince Hinckley Triumph capacity T120 that is not only 1500 was looking forward so much to riding retain the Twins improved handling. and the lack of ABS meant you couldnt
revived the Bonneville name cheaper than the 1200, it is also 11kg the T100, if Triumph nailed the T120s I found the T120 a bit sluggish to just grab a handful, especially if the
15 years ago, the bike has won lighter, easier to manage at low speed styling and successfully blended it turn, but despite the T100 sharing its road was wet. Now, thanks to modern
over a whole new fan base. and yet just as handsome. Yet, and here into the Street Twins fantastic basic chassis and having the same 18in front, electronics, you can. And that is the
Stylish, easy going and above is the real killer point, it handles, stops platform it would be a winner. the reduction in weight has taken away overall story with the new T100, its
all reliable and oil tight, the and goes like the Street Twin. You dont need me to tell you the most of this feeling. The T100 feels very very much a traditional Bonnie that has
new Bonnie quickly became a mainstay This may upset a few people, but T100 looks smart. With its peashooter light at low speed yet turns and holds a been brought into the modern world.
in Triumphs range and provided the after riding the T120 and then a Street exhausts, wire wheels, long mudguards line through a bend with more agility The water-cooled parallel twin still
platform from which the Scrambler, Twin, I actually enjoyed the Street Twin and two-tone tank it brings every bit than the larger T120. And, thanks to thumps along like an air-cooled unit
Thruxton, Speedmaster, America more. The larger capacity bike is ex- of T120 quality with it. For fans of the better suspension and tyres, it easily but is smoother than before with a
and T100 models developed. Yet when cellent, but its low-revving engine is traditional Bonnie styling it ticks every tops the older air-cooled Bonnie when pleasing mid-range and even a bit of
Triumph launched the Street Twin relaxed to the point of being lethargic. box and for riders like myself who want it comes to enjoying corners. a top end zip, yet working behind the
last year, a Bonneville variant was In comparison the Street Twins 900cc a bit of modern handling and perfor- Like the previous small capacity surface is traction control. The brakes
conspicuous by its absence. For 2017 motor brought a pleasing amount of mance it doesnt disappoint. Bonnie, the T100 comes with only a have ABS and the clutch is lighter than
this has changed as the new T100 and poke and a free-revving spirit. If I took The riding position is more tradi- single front disc and two-piston sliding any previous Bonnie. But the T100
T100 Black hit the streets. pillions a lot or was after gentle hassle tional than the Street Twins and the caliper. While this set-up still requires a doesnt shout these facts out, and in my
Triumph describe the T100 as far free riding then I totally understand pegs are set low with the bars wide and good old tug on the lever, the fact it now book thats what makes it so good.
24 November 9 2016
WHATEVER HAPPENED TO ? THEN
Virginio Ferrari
Stylish Italian who beat Sheene and raced Joey Dunlop
Italian racer Virginio Ferrari finished Cagiva team for the 1980 and 1981
second to Kenny Roberts and ahead
of Barry Sheene in the 1979 500cc
FACT FILE seasons and failed to score a point on
the uncompetitive bike. He also rode
Grand Prix world championship. Then, Born Castellaro, Parma, Italy, for Cagiva in 1983 and 1985, again
in an unusual career twist, he found October 19, 1952 failing to score a point. He fared better
himself travelling to the Dundrod pure Famous For Finishing second to on an HB Suzuki in 1982, finishing
roads circuit outside of Belfast to fight Kenny Roberts in the 1979 500cc eleventh, and on a Marlboro Yamaha in 1987 TT F1 world champion for Bimota
Joey Dunlop for a world championship. world championship 1984, finishing tenth, but never came
How the hell did that happen? Infamous for Taking one look at close to winning another Grand Prix the series while pure road races only
the Dundrod circuit and catching and moved to the 250cc class in 1986 accounted for two. Ferrari won the title
When did he start racing? the first flight home on a Total Honda, finishing 14th by on a Bimota YB4 without taking part in
Ferrari started out in the Italian Current occupation Official years end. Ferrari rounded off his GP any road races and became the man to
championships in 1972, racing a 500cc importer of MV Agusta career in the 250cc class in 1989 on an finally de-throne Joey Dunlop after the
single-cylinder Ducati and 500cc four- motorcycles in Monaco Italian-built Gazzaniga 250 but again Irishman had won five consecutive F1
cylinder Patons and Hondas. By 1975 failed to score a single point. world championships.
he had turned professional and had his
first outings in the 500cc Grand Prix Roberts and in front of Barry Sheene How come a Grand Prix star ended Did he ever actually try racing
world championship. despite Sheene being Suzukis number up racing against a pure roads between the hedges?
one rider. Ferrari actually led the series specialist like Joey Dunlop? In a bid to score points towards
When was his best season? after winning at Assen but a run of bad The TT Formula 1 world championship the 1987 TT Formula 1 world
He won the German GP at the old form saw the title going Roberts way. which had always been a roads- championship, Ferrari turned up at the Ferrari (11) on his way to
STUART BARKER
Nrburgring in 1978 but his best based series had started taking in Ulster Grand Prix at Dundrod right victory at Assen in 1979, he
season came in 1979 when he finished How come he never enjoyed that more short circuits such as Misano, in Dunlops backyard but didnt last was to finish second in the
second in the world championship on sort of success again? Hockenheim and Assen. By 1987 long. The Italian did one sighting lap of championship that year
a Gallina Suzuki RG500 behind Kenny Because he switched to the fledgling short circuits made up six rounds of the course in a car and made a run for
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the airport, declaring the circuit far too Bimota back into WSB in 2000 and
dangerous to race on! helped his rider, Anthony Gobert, to a
dramatic wet weather win in Australia
Wasnt he a successful team boss that year. His final foray into race team
after he stopped racing? management was a brief spell with the
Yes. In 1990 Ferrari became team Kawasaki PSG-1 WSB team in 2007.
boss for Cagiva in the 500cc world
championship with riders including Whats he doing now?
Randy Mamola, Ron Haslam and Alex Living the high life in the Monaco
Barros. Between 1994 and 1998 he sunshine. His company, Virginio Ferrari
was Ducatis World Superbike team Racing, is the official importer of
boss, overseeing the likes of Carl MV Agusta motorcycles in Monaco
Fogarty, Troy Corser, Pier-Francesco and his premises also act as the
Chili and John Kocinski, and guiding official Monaco workshops for both
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26 COMMENT
time on the E40 from Brussels to
Cologne and back on a summer even-
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know what you are missing.
Karl Schlicht, email
LETTER OF THE WEEK Should Jonathan

Rea have pushed
Still missing Sic
Your Marco Simoncelli special
harder in the final was excellent and reminded me
Let down by Reas race of the season? that last year I photographed this
evocative graffiti tribute to Super Sic
- it is situated in an alleyway near the
Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy.
good manners John Walker, email
Riders should all race to win
Super Sics legend lives on in Florence
What about the numberplate?

Yamahas new R6 is certainly
@ desirable but as with most bikes
the designers seem to ignore the ir-
ritating need for a rear plate. As a con-
sequence, in common with other bikes,
the R6s plate/light assembly looks like
an afterthought and not integrally
designed. Im aware of legal demands
GOLD AND GOOSE
for size and positioning, but surely

crucial points they can do better? A classy touch
team-mate Sykes through for
Reas celebrations allowed would be rear view mirrors the same
finish/colour as the fairing.
Paul Garrod, email
Having just watched the thrilling last two WSB Best thing Ive ever done VFR is still the boss
Ive always wanted a motorcycle Just read Geoff Browns letter
rounds under the lights at Qatar, with Jonathan Rea @ but was too easily put off by peo-
@ regarding his VFR800F and I
Bridge over troubled tyres
Its 10am on Sunday in Exeter and
ple telling me how dangerous they agree its a premium yet underrated Ive had a blow out in my rear
wrapping up the championship in style with a second were. At the tender age of 44 I took the bike. I had an older VFR before trying tyre and I need to be in Plymouth at
place finish to Chaz Davies in the first race, the points plunge and took a direct access course. both a BMW1200RT (nearly too perfect, 1.30pm to catch the ferry to Santand-
Everyone was telling me to be sensible amazing tech but no involvement plus er. I call at Bridge Motorcycles as they
for second and third in the championship were still up and get something midrange then see the irritating cheap-feeling indicator are opening and, as suspected, the
for grabs. Come Sundays race, we were somewhat how you go. I test rode a VFR and it switch), and then a VFR1200F (too workshop is closed on Sunday. Paul
was pretty good but I had nothing to bulky, but the turbine-like engine is sympathetically listens to my tale of
let down on the last lap to see Rea showboating and compare it to. So I took a Fireblade out amazing) so its still a VFR800F for me. woe and then gets to work on his phone.
as well I bought the Blade! 4500 miles Feels lighter than it is, great front end Scott, a mechanic who lives nearby,
letting team-mate Tom Sykes through to second later it has been the best decision Ive feel for the twisties, and when making agrees to come in on his day off and a
place to allow him the points needed to secure ever made. Dont tell the wife, but Im call to the boss permits a tyre from a
second in the championship. Despite Chaz winning in love. If you want to be sensible, just
take the bus!
READER POLL showroom bike to be used as a replace-
ment. I relax in their excellent cafe and
the race and the last six races on the bounce he Spencer Duffy, email I arrive at the port with time to
Whos your No1 champ this year? spare. Many thanks to all at Bridge
was pushed back to third place. I say scrap team Cal needs a Spanish passport Motorcycles for saving the day.
In last weeks letters Trevor Paul Bredael, email
orders and just race your race. Parsons recommended Honda 34.95 %
K Lewis, email get rid of Dani Pedrosa and give Cal his Shakey Cant argue with five BSB crowns Grasstrack is greener
bike. Since Cal has scored enough points @ At 72, your excellent feature on
in the second half of the season to place grasstrack has at last stirred me
him second in the championship in into writing to you! I have loved most
that period, it sounds like a fair sug- forms of motorcycle sport since my
MCN STAR LETTER gestion. I have it on good authority that parents took me to my first scramble
If youre looking to insure a bike, visit several manufacturers have studied when I was five years old. I must say
MCNcompare.com and you can quickly his form, compared his lap times, 33.42 % that grasstrack racing is probably still
compare prices from 43 top motorcycle scrutinised his data and concluded he Marquez GOAT in my favourite, and it does sadden me to
insurance brands. The writer of the deserves a full factory ride. Except for waiting see its decline. I now have to travel to
best letter each week published in the one problem Extensive searching of Kent where, fortunately, there are still
Letters pages will receive a free retro- all the available maps has failed to a couple of good circuits the Astra
design MCN T-shirt courtesy of the identify exactly where in Spain or Club, in particular, still do a great job
MCNcompare.com website. Italy the town of Coventry is located in keeping the sport alive. I would urge
and unless someone can show them, all motorcycle sport fans to give
matters are unlikely to progress any grasstrack a look, especially if you can
further for Seor Crutch-el-o. 31.63 % find a National or European meeting.
Fred Fox, email Johnny Rea Hes the new Foggy Dave Lester, Colchester
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ANDY CALTON EDITOR
Big British names join
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page or email them Theres been a barrage of new before bikes. Not only that, but
to mcn.letters@ bikes over the last few weeks these bikes will be British. Most
motorcyclenews.com as the worlds biggest and best notably Norton will be pulling
We want the full companies display their 2017 the covers back on a pair of
array of weird and machines to the world. V4 road-going superbikes (see
wonderful images The reason for this surge in more, exclusively revealed in
that reflect your shiny new metal is that there next weeks MCN) and Ariel will
biking life. As you are two massive European announce a more aggressive R
can see here, we are motorcycle shows which version of their Ace.
happy to celebrate traditionally provide the Its more evidence of the
the lighter things from platform for such revelations. British industry recovering,
the world of biking. This was the trip of a lifetime for four of us: touring California and Nevada for 10 days. Graeme Haley
Dealers start putting their albeit in different ways. While
orders in as do motorcyclists Triumph blaze a trail in the
at least thats the plan. world of mainstream biking and
And then, often, theres a genuinely compete with the
bit of a lull. A delay between likes of Honda, Yamaha, Ducati
seeing the bikes revealed and co, others find a niche and
and them actually appearing target the low volume, high
in showrooms. The wait is price route.
punctuated with Motorcycle Another famous blast from
Live in Birmingham (dont miss the British bike industry past
the bumper Show Guide in next are also set to make a dramatic
weeks MCN). But this year it comeback. BSA have been
looks like there will some extra bought by Indian company
spice and excitement within Mahindra and while its too soon
the NECs packed halls. to say exactly what sort of bikes
Just seeing the new will carry the BSA badge, it is
metal in the flesh and certain that the BSA name
being able to sling a leg has been acquired (for about
over the potential new 3.4million) for a reason. And
addition is enough to that reason wont be to hide
send over 100,000 it away.
motorcycle fans While some will
Duncan Conry & Albert Pillar at Qatar WSB Georgia the wizard meets a wizard on a bike. Ian Cookson
flocking to the complain of another
show. But this great British name
year there being bought by
will be some foreign investors, at
genuinely least the name and
never-seen- heritage live on.
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28 November 9 2016
A champion at rest:
Shane Byrne relaxes in
the Spanish sunshine
with daughter Lilly
JOE DICK
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BUYING &
SH A N E BY R N E I N T E RV I E W
I LIKE MY
LIFE TO BE
CHILLED
OUT
The most successful BSB racer ever tells us how
his family routine keeps him grounded
By Oli Rushby ment to think. Just over a week ago,
W
MCN BSB REPORTER this bloke won a record fifth British
Superbike title and now hes sat in an
ere sitting out- unassuming Spanish caf ordering his
side a caf in a kids something to eat while his wife
small Spanish Petra is out for a run in the hills. Back
town, Tres ca- on full-time Daddy duty.
fs por favor, says Since winning the title I havent
the familiar voice really done anything special, he ex-
of MCE British plains. Weve not been anywhere,
Superbike star Shane Shakey Byrne. done anything, weve just been plan-
It confuses me for a second were ning and looking forward to getting
so used to hearing Shakey talk in his back out here.
usual cheeky-chap North Kent accent By here, hes referring to their
that I hadnt even contemplated hed holiday retreat on the North Eastern
be able to speak better Spanish than Spanish coast, where he and his fam-
I could understand (admittedly, not ily spend almost every school holiday.
hard). He continues to order food for After the season ended, we took
his two children, Zack and Lilly, again the kids out of school for a couple
in perfect Spanish. of days so we could make this a 10-
As the kids tuck into their chips and Shane Byrne, five-times BSB Champ, day trip, as when we come out here
chicken nuggets, I pause for a mo- and still hungry for more titles Continued over
30 November 9 2016 SHANE BYRNE INTERVIEW
Let Dad show you

how its done. Shakey attempts to teach our man some basic Spanish
He just cant
help himself
A future BSB champ

in the making?
Zack has already got
his dads taste for
two wheels
This is how a reigning multiple British champion takes his mind off the day job
during the race season it turns into a

bit of a training camp! When we spent
six weeks here in the summer, every Now weve got
day was a balance between me going
out and doing anything from two to six
the championship
hours on the push bike and Petra going
out and doing god knows how many
boxed off, its a lot
miles running in the mountains. This more relaxed
time, now weve got the championship
SHANE BYRNE
boxed off, its a lot more relaxed and
chilled out. who were older than me with kids and
Its not hard to see just how chilled families and think: How can they
out Shakey is. When we arrived in be as focused as I am? I had no mort-
his town, we met him at the local gage, no bills and no other worries, all
skatepark, where he was playing with I wanted to do was succeed.
Zack (7) and Lilly (5) on scooters. It was But when Petra and I first had Zack, I
everything youd expect, Dad showing realised what having kids really does for
the kids how its done, the kids in fits of you and its the days when things dont
giggles as he nearly falls off and then, go so well that it really makes a differ-
of course, the tears and sulking when ence. No matter what has happened,
one of the kids slips off while the other, when I get back to the motorhome, the
fulfilling their obligatory duties as a kids are pleased to see me. They dont
sibling, laughs and pokes fun. care if I finish first, 10th, or 20th.
These are the only people who never Having already become the most
judge me. They are the only people I successful British Superbike racer in
dont have to impress and they are the history, Byrne has just penned a new
only people I want to make happy,
he says.
two-year deal to continue racing in
Britain something he enjoys because My kids are the only people
Having first raced in 1996, Byrne has it doesnt interfere with family life.
been around the block a few times in
his 20 years on track. When he won
The thing with BSB is that it really
suits having a family, apart from the
I dont have to impress and
his first BSB title in 2003, he was both
young and carefree something he
organisers getting a bit anal about kids
on scooters in the paddock! he laughs.
the only people I want to
thought gave him the edge on his older
competitors.
I like my life to be chilled out, and
by racing in BSB I can be at home to put
make happy
When I was coming through the the kids to bed on a Sunday night and
ranks in superbikes, Id look at the likes then get up and take them to school. It
of Hizzy and John Reynolds the guys works perfectly.
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BUYING &
Zack grabs some

The family together
air as his proud
in sunny Spain beats
dad watches on The hills around
Margate in November
Shakeys Spanish
holiday home are
perfect for hours of
training in the saddle
Im not sure its sunk in yet

While its over a week since Byrne I dont need somebody telling me While most of his training
took his fifth British Superbike to do 20,000 chin ups and 15,000 focuses on pedal power, Byrne,
title, he still feels unable to say press ups and whatever else to like many other racers, admits it is
exactly what that victory means. be fast on a motorbike. I need to essential to get that horsepower
Honestly, I dont think it has be in a good place mentally, and fix through the winter.
sunk in yet, or if it has it wasnt my family and my life in general I do like to keep fit by doing a bit
quite what I thought it might feel puts me in that place, while the of motocross, but I actually bust
like. Obviously Im happy, but it exercise I do takes care of the myself up quite badly this time last
just seems like the championship physical demands of racing a year. I over-jumped a jump slightly,
happened. It happened with a superbike. landed hard and badly broke my
sixth place and that really didnt I like cycling a lot, cycling leg. I wasnt allowed to talk about it
impress me. There was a little bit around here in 24C with such at the time as the deal with Ducati
of a party on the Sunday night at was just happening, but I dont
Brands Hatch but nothing major, mind telling you now that walking
Ive done a few interviews since
but other than that every day has
I dont train any around the NEC show two weeks
later was uncomfortable!
been normal. more or any less, But at the end of the day,
superbike racing is a dangerous
Not just a holiday but I probably occupation and theres a very
While the post-championship
trip is a way for Byrne to chill
train a bit smarter high chance of getting hurt at
some point or another. You could
out with Petra and the kids, this SHANE BYRNE argue that you dont need to put
doesnt stop him training and yourself at any more risk by riding
working towards his ultimate beautiful views, seeing the sea a motocross bike, but ultimately
goal of winning even more British and riding in the mountains is what we need to ride bikes.
Superbike titles. cycling is all about. Riding around Im fairly tempted to ask Ducati
I dont train any more or any in Kent when its 5C, pouring with for a road bike for the winter so I
less than I ever have, but I probably rain and blowing a gale isnt quite can maybe pop down to Spain and
train a bit smarter, he says. so much fun, so over the winter just ride bikes on tracks. Theres
I understand what I need and in the UK Ill do two or three nothing other than my family and
how I need to feel on my longer, gentle runs and then kids that I love more than riding
race bike and my way of more intense stuff on motorbikes anyway, so spending
achieving that feeling the turbo trainer at as much time on them as I can is
is my little routine. home. good for me!
Having wrapped up
his fifth BSB title,
Shakey is gunning
for two more
DOUBLE RED
32 November 9 2016
K1300S LAST BLAST
AUFWIEDERSEH
AUFWIEDERSE
BMWs eternally popular K1300S gets the axe for 2017 so we go
for one last glorious blast to say goodbye to the 175bhp oddball
164mph
Tanking down the Autobahn
in total comfort and style. You
can see why the K1300S has a
cult following
PICTURES BY SIMON HARGREAVES AND JOCHEN VAN CAUWENBERGE/FROZEN SPEED
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BUYING &
HEN, PET
If you want to buy one of these in 2017, youll have to look in the used market
And this is a K1300S for goodness sake

By Simon Hargreaves
V
arguably the fastest long-distance
MCN CONTRIBUTOR
bike BMW have ever built. If you cant
elocity is relative to the open it up and stretch its legs here, in
observer. To the truck- its homeland, legally, you might as well
er grinding gears in his be riding a moped.
slate-grey 12-wheeler at Except BMW arent building it any
55mph on the Autobahn, more. From next year the once-mighty
the BMW-shaped streak of 175bhp K1300S is being deleted. Sales
howling metal and plastic have slowed to trickle as the younger,
spears past him close enough to spin more adventure-fashionable and Euro
his wheel nuts, is warping Germanys 4-friendly S1000XR usurps the Ks
space/time continuum at 161 feet per high-speed mileage crown. Now, the
second. Yet if the pair of Bundespolizei XR is an indisputably excellent motor-
in the parked patrol car cared to get bike but when it comes to burying
their radar detector warmed up at your head behind a screen, gripping
the same moment, the same blur of a wide set of clip-ons, sticking it in
two-wheeled hysteria would register top and unzipping the motors flies
around 164mph or 241 feet per second to unleash its astonishing midrange
as it screams blue and white murder bulge, few bikes can match the meaty
past the layby. swagger of a K1300S.
But to the rider, crouched, head
down, chin bobbling gently on the Big Ks difficult birth
plastic battery cover and isolated from The Autobahn slows to crawl, the A1
the Sturm und Drang happening all funnelling from a full-bore motor-
about in a pocket of calm, the big, lairy way up to a trunk-road T-junction.
K1300S might as well be standing still. As the K13 prowls along an outside
Its snow-white speedo points noreast line of traffic, snorting like a bison
of 160mph, the tacho dances around through its Akrapovic when I blip the
10,500rpm and the 1293cc inline four throttle, its worth ruminating on the
canted forward to 55 degrees to lie bikes history. Launched in 2004 as the
down beneath the frame spars is smaller-engined K1200S, it wasnt
gulping pressurised air through pair an auspicious debut. On paper the K
of long intake snouts and funnelling it was a nerds dream: with a standard
into the airbox at the scarcely believable BMW Paralever shaft-drive rear end,
rate of around 90 litres the volume at the front the Telelever arrange-
of a decent fish tank every second. ment of the R-series flat twins was
From there it plummets down all four swapped for a unique double wishbone
throttle bodies and past a quartet of system called Duolever. But so far, so
46mm butterfly valves pinned flat open typically funny front-end BMW. But
and where it meets petrol, squirted into the engine spec was something else:
the airstream under constantly vari- at 167bhp, the K1200S was the most
able load-based pressure. The mixture powerful BMW ever made and put it
races past eight intake valves battered up alongside Suzukis Hayabusa and
by tiny finger rockers, tumbling and Kawasakis ZX-12R.
swirling for a fraction of a second before Yet the bike was panned for lottery-
being slammed against the combustion style fuelling, suspect high speed sta-
chamber ceiling, ignited, burned and bility and poor vibration. BMW can-
then fired out into the exhaust ports celled the planned on sale date and
and the wide blue yonder. At 165mph, spent the best part of a year fixing
the whole process takes 0.0057s. issues such as cam wear (not for the
All this and the Ks fuel consumption last time), adding a steering damper
is apparently only 30mpg clearly an and re-mapping the fuelling. The
average figure; after all, we havent been result was a bike that worked and
doing 165mph all day. They dont ap- BMW sold 65,000 K1200-series bikes
preciate that kind of thing in Belgium. between 2005 and 2008.
But the traffic has cleared momen- In 2009, it grew in capacity to be-
tarily on the A1 heading south from come the 175bhp K1300S, gained ASC
Cologne towards the Nrburgring. Continued over
34 November 9 2016
Scenery thats
chocolate box
pretty leads us
closer to the Ring
A relentless cornering
rhythm suits the
Ks long wheelbase
and reliable, flowing
steering
Big K is right at
home on that silky
(
(rudimentary traction control), three- not actually quick; BMW call it shift
German tarmac
way electronically adjustable damping
w assist, but its still good fun).
called ESA II and an optional quick-
c The riding position is classic sports- The K1300S doesnt
sshifter as well as numerous minor
rrefinements although the engine
tourer not the upright pseudo adven-
ture bike which flatters to deceive after
just go somewhere,
sstill felt gritty on a neutral throttle, eight hours, but semi-sports, canted it gets there like it
aas if it was running too lean. And the forward and purposeful. Rewind a
sswitchgear routinely failed if left in few years and youd say the BMW was means it
tthe sun too long. surprisingly narrow and agile for a
hypersportsbike today, it feels like The Ring is crowded with all sorts
On the road to the Ring
O a big bike; not cumbersome, but defi- of cars, as it often is, and a few bikes. I
B
Back in Germany, the road to the Ring nitely deliberate. The K1300S doesnt havent been here for many years and
opens out into typically sinewy, clini-
o just go somewhere, it gets there like cant remember where Im going with
ccally smooth Eifel forest tarmac, pass- it means it. the low sun directly in my eyeline
iing around tree-lined hills with a Were heading to the Nrburgring around the back of the circuit, I cant
rrelentless cornering rhythm that suits for an evening session three laps see where Im going either. I also made
tthe K1300S long wheelbase and its re- before it gets dark (and, at 28 euros a the mistake or not of watching a
lliable, flowing steering. Its suspension lap, its not the timing so much as the few Nrburgring crash compilations
iis firm and positive, engine rippling cost). And then the BMW is going to on YouTube before I left. It focuses the
llike a flexed bicep as it guns from apex take me straight back home again mind somewhat. As a result, the three
tto apex, quickshifter triggering the another 500 miles and another ten or laps are pitifully slow in the corners
next gearbox ratio like a revolver (its
n so hours. Its a long day. and painfully fast in between. More
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Its been a while,
DUOLEVER FRONT SUSPENSION

now wheres the
Karussell?
BMW TECH TALK

Imagine a swingarm holding the
front wheel, instead of fork legs,
and connected to the steering
by a hinged arm at the top, and
suspended from the frame by a pair
of forked arms with a single shock
connected from the bottom fork to
the main chassis. This is Duolever,
developed from an invention by a
British designer called Norman
Hossack. In theory, it has several
benefits over a telescopic fork.
With a fork, all forces at the front
wheel braking, bumps, cornering
are fed through the steering
BMW K1300S, from 15,550 and felt at the bars. Sometimes
Engine 1293cc, water-cooled, they interfere with steering in an
dohc, 16v inline four unhelpful way if you shut off or
Measured power 166.1bhp @ 9700rpm panic brake mid-corner, a force
Measured torque 101.3ftlb @ 8100rpm appears at the bars as the bike
Frame Aluminium twin spar
Seat height 820mm
Tank size 19 litres Braking and
F Suspension Duolever, ESA II electronically-
adjusted damping and spring rate suspension forces
R Suspension Paralever, ESA II electronically-
adjusted damping and spring rate
are fed into
Brakes F, 2 x 320mm discs, four-piston calipers the chassis
R, 265mm disc, 2-piston caliper
SIMON HARGREAVES
Kerb weight (claimed) 254kg
Rider aids ASC traction control, ABS, quickshift Thumb-friendly controls dont pose starts to come upright and steer out
trouble for gloved hands of the corner. The correct reaction
would be to continue to steer (to
avoid crossing lanes and running
out of road) but its usually a loss
of confidence that makes you shut
off mid-corner in the first place. So
every fibre of your being as well
as the force at the bars is telling
you to do exactly the wrong thing:
to brake. Roll off the throttle in a corner and Duolever wont make the bike stand up
One riding advantage of Duolever
is the braking and suspension themselves by turning into corners that at extreme lean angles say,
forces bypass the bars and are fed and apexing too fast and too early, on a track its hard to feel the grip
into the chassis. They have minimal then bottling it and running wide limit; the bump feedback doesnt
effect on the steering. So in the (or even sitting up and crossing get through to the rider and, as a
above scenario, if you experience the centre line), then Duolever may result, its hard to know how hard to
a loss of confidence mid-corner save you. push. The same is true, to a lesser
and close the throttle, no weight There are other advantages to extent, on a wet road.
is added to the steering which the system a potential for greater Other disadvantages at least in
Three laps of the means theres no sense of the bike strength and/or lower weight, less BMWs application in the K1300S
Ring and its time wanting to self-right, so its easy to stiction and greater control over is a long wheelbase dictated by the
to head home simply keep on steering. suspension behaviour. Duolever linkages, and long-term
This means if youre the kind One of the disadvantages of the wear in the system of scissor forks
of rider who habitually scares extremely stiff Duolever system is and bushes.
th once I
than Im grateful
t f l ffor th
the K1300S warm my h handsd and dah heated
t d jjacket
k t
unshakeable steering letting me haul gently boils my torso (wired into the
the bike out of a corner having turned
into it many yards too early. The mo-
battery; the BMWs 12v socket only has
enough grunt to run a sat nav); when
In motorcycling terms, Im home
tors a belter too, with such a flexible sodium lights overhead give way to an JEFF STONE GLEN JAMES CLARK
power curve that it makes almost any inky blackness, the BMWs astonish- 72, K1300S SPORT WALLINGS 42, K1300S
gear the right gear. ingly potent main beam illuminates the Ive always 43, K1200S I had a K1200S
immediate future. By the time we get promised myself Ive had the and a K1300S
Distance destroyer to Calais in the small hours, suffering a shaft drive; Ive K1200S for two previously; every
Three laps complete without leaving a few police diversions presumably to ridden Boxers and Guzzis but years and had a Blackbird before time Ive sold it to slow myself
anything on the track but my pride, and avoid refugee roadblocks, the K feels they werent for me. When the that. I generally dont keep down, then gone and bought
its time to reverse the journey. Back up as fresh as it did at the start of the trip. K1200S came out I had a go bikes for long but the BMW is another one. Ive had other bikes,
along the A1, powering silently across By the time the scent of home is and liked it, but the fuelling was different: I love it. The handling but I just cant live without one.
into Belgium and fleecing the Brussels tantalisingly close, the K is ready for weird. With the K13 I thought, is better than the Honda, it I kept looking at them in the
ring road in record time, the BMW a rest and so am I. But one last push aha, theyve fixed it; but it took feels more responsive and its paper, online; I just had to admit
minimises distance like clicking in the up the back roads is interrupted by a me until this year to get one. And so quick. And the comfort is the K1300S is my bike. It does
bottom righthand corner of the box and flashing blue light at this time of the its a lovely tool. Its long and its better too with ESA electronic anything; I commute on it, tour
dragging upwards. Its desktop easy. morning? I think the copper is bored heavy, but its planted and it fits adjustment. And I love the looks on it, scare myself witless on it.
Fuel stops come and go with 160-mile and just checking the BMs not nicked. me. And its shaft drive. After too. Its a 2005 bike, with around And its just easy to spend time
regularity, but caffeine breaks are for Its not. And the speed? Which speed, 56 years of adjusting chains, its 20,000 miles on it so its just on; its effortless. In motorcycling
refuelling the brain only; the Ks high officer? Its relative to the observer, and about time I stopped all that. run in, really. terms, Im home.
speed comfort is absolute. Heated grips it wasnt fast where I was sitting.
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SORTED Bikes hate winter so get

everything ready for the
worst of the weather
Prepare a bike for winter

Stave off cold, rain and salt to keep your bike looking and riding as it should
1 2 3
Cold kills dodgy batteries Back off the suspension Protect the vulnerable
Make sure you have the right battery, and get the best you can If your year-round ride has firm, sporty suspension and a A decent rear hugger and maybe a front mudguard
afford. Test it with a multimeter, too with the ignition off and selection of adjusters, dont just leave it set for a grippy road in extension are a great start to contain the dirt flung up
the bike not connected to a charger for at least an hour the battery should the height of summer. Maintaining weight transfer and not overloading the by your bikes tyres. Electrical connectors should be protected with
give at least 12.6v. You should get a reading between 13.5v and 14.5v when tyres is the aim. Experiment with backing everything off a touch a little Vaseline, and you should fit protective grilles to radiators and coolers to
the bike is running and charging the battery. Check the fluid in refillable less preload front and rear with softer damping so the suspension moves prevent grit damage. Any protective covers or water seals on electrical
lead-acid batteries theyre clear with upper/lower level lines. and responds. Note your base setting so you can reset if needed. parts should be intact and in place.
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BUYING &
Selling at bargain
prices, Triumph triples
are worth a punt
4
Steel yourself
Steel downpipes have been the scourge of all-weather
riders for years. Consider spraying them with protective
high-temperature paint to prevent any future damage. If you can
5
Plug protection
Protect low-voltage connectors with Vaseline. Seals on
plug caps that prevent water entering the plug tunnel
should also be tight and fully seated regular treatment with a
The buyer
Neil Murray makes a living
remove the exhaust, take it off and clean away dirt and loose paint. water dispersal spray is a wise move, especially on V-twins. Some
Prepare, spray and cure as per the instructions, then refit, not plug tunnels have a water drain channel make sure this doesnt buying & selling pre-loved metal
forgetting new gaskets and copper grease on the fasteners. clog and allow moisture to build up.
People are paying as little

as 1500 for 955 Daytonas
Im after bikes to stash in the Speed Triples. I think theyre
lock-up for sale in Spring and undervalued. Not only that, but
Im wondering whether early theres still nobody else making
2000s-era Triumphs might be a bikes like these. I suppose the
good bet. nearest thing is Hondas VFR800.
Triumph had realised that their Early 955s had some issues
four-cylinder bikes really didnt plastic fuel line connectors
stack up against the Japanese failed, but were replaced with
fours. They ditched fours metal ones. The occasional
altogether after the lukewarm starter clutch gremlin still lurks,
reception that greeted the TT600 but as long as you keep the
and the 600 Daytona (the 650 battery fit so the starter wont
was a bit more like it, but it was kick back, theres no cause to
evident by then that nobody worry. Just remember that many
wanted a four from the firm). are sold just before expensive
Moving on from their original 18,000 or 36,000-mile services.
6 7
Say no to corrosion Paint preservation 885cc triples, they took a sort of As I said a while back, Im
The toughest form of protection is thick grease some On a basic level, careful cleaning followed by wax polish quantum leap with the new 955s. earmarking 10,000 to spend
use normal grease, but dedicated corrosion-blocking will add a protective layer. A tank pad is an easy addition, And they ploughed their own on half a dozen carefully chosen
formulas are available. These are ideal for nooks and crannies that but you can also get clear vinyl or pre-shaped fairing protection furrow they werent cutting- bikes this winter, and theres
are hard to keep clean just apply once then clean off at the end of panels in all sorts of designs to protect the vulnerable areas. Want edge sportsbikes: they were going to be at least one 955
winter. Look for one that isnt water-soluble for easy cleaning rain to get really serious? A full vinyl wrap completely covers the original sports tourers. Not competitive Triumph among them.
and spray will rinse it away. finish. A fully faired bike can be covered for around 300. on tracks, but brilliant road bikes.
People are paying as little as Next week
1500 for 10-year-old Sprints, Does an old but solid Yamaha
Daytonas and even early 955 FJ1200 make a wise buy?
ALSO CATCHING MY EYE THIS WEEK
1979 BMW R80RT 2452 2008 Suzuki GSF1250 K8

Seller says 4830 miles, full police 2450
spec previous owner hired out Seller says ABS, recent service,
vehicles as TV props. Mainstand new rear tyre, Yoshi can & double
needs welding, no history. bubble screen (originals included).
8 9
Brake care Service, please Neil says Mechanically it might Neil says Great all rounder for two
Remove and clean all fasteners and fittings, adding a An engine wears more when its cold, so dont neglect be OK, but it will need total and a half grand. Have fun, scratch
very small amount of copper grease to the threads, and servicing. Clean oil will protect better as the motor recommissioning. on it, tour on it, whatever.
rubber-friendly grease under rubbers on sliding calipers. Remove takes longer to warm. New plugs will provide a strong spark.
and clean the pistons and seals, plus the grooves the seals fit in. Rub Synchronised/cleaned throttle bodies (or carbs) will offer more
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40 Garage
2011-2015
Triumph Speed
Triple 1050 Accessories
REVISITED
Speedies are rarely so
standard stock except for
flyscreen and bellypan
Is the last-but-one Speedie still a great used buy?

clearly true of this stock 2011 model virtually standard trim, complete with
By Phil West
as I ride away from dealer Wheels of newish Dunlop Sportsmax tyres, makes
MCN GUEST TESTER
Peterborough (01733 358555) who a tempting proposition despite being
What we said then have it up for sale at a tempting 5995. succeeded by the all-new 2016 version.
By moving the weight bias towards Ive ridden and tested them all, right
the front, the bike is much more agile back to that original, but this 2011 Common faults explored
than the outgoing model. It doesnt have version still surprises with its ability, Not much goes wrong with Speedies
that long length wheelbase sensation class and how much of a move on it and quality was much improved from
anymore. was from its round-eyed predecessor. 2011, too, so theres little to fear here.
As you would expect, the 1050cc Controversially at the time, Triumph This example had only just come in
engine is beautifully tractable. Instead, switched from the Speedies trademark and hadnt yet been through Wheels
where the new Speed Triple feels circular twin beams in this incarnation workshop, but apart from the clutch
different, in terms of performance, is it to more angular, futuristic-looking being a little out of adjustment and it
hangs onto its power and torque a lot ones. Completely familiar now, at the doing with a decent polish, youd hardly
further up the rev range. Add to this time it distracted from the significant tell. It has 9000+ miles on its clocks
the stupendous Brembo front brake changes elsewhere considerably but could easily pass for half that: the
system and Metzeler Racetec K3 tyres improved handling, extra power (5bhp) engine, discs and wheels are amazingly
as standard and youve a bike thats and a more integrated, classy design clean; theres no scuffs, scratches or
capable of giving anybody a smile at a hoiking it straight back to being one damage and just a little bit of road grime
track day. MCN launch report | October of the best super nakeds anywhere. around the shock and headers. Apart
20, 2010 Its slimmer, more manageable, the from that, its excellent.
rider feels more in the machine, the
But what is it like now? steering is much more intuitive and Judicious additions
Triumphs Speed Triple has always engaging and the performance thicker Surprisingly, for a five-year-old
been a dependable performer, whether and more flexible than ever. As an Speedie, this examples virtually
that be the 94 original, 98s T509 or engaging, fun road bike they dont completely standard. The big Triumph
2005s stonking 1050 and the same is come much better and this example, in is usually a magnet for both official
and aftermarket accessories, some of
which are more appealing than others
The Speed Triple depending on your taste, so its a serious
is a great value consideration when buying used. This
super naked example, though, has just the official
Triumph flyscreen and belly pan making
it a tempting blank canvas, especially
considering its price, if buying used.
Affection rekindled
The 2011 Speedie may no longer be the
fastest, most powerful or sophisticated Engine
of super nakeds, those mantles have Development
passed to bikes like BMWs S1000R and
Aprilias Tuono V4, but it remains one of
of 2005 1050
the best for its blend of style, real world triple got 5bhp
performance, character and value. And extra and is solid
now, superseded by itself in 2016 to and durable
satisfy Euro4, its a more affordable
used buy than ever. A slick, stylish super
naked for under six grand? Sorted.
FIND YOUR SPEED TRIPLE ON

2011-13 2012-14 2013-14
Triumph Speed Triumph Speed Triumph Speed
Triple 1050 Triple 1050 R Triple 1050
Colours Black,red, green or Colours Black or white Colours Black, blue or
white Dealer 6200 Private with red subframe Dealer white with blue frame, or
good 6000 Private 8200 Private good 7700 blue Dealer 7800 Private
average 5750 This one Private average 7350 good 7750 Private
2011 private sale with Arrow pipe This one 2014, Ohlins and average 7200 This one
and other accessories, 13k miles, Brembo-equipped, Arrow cans. 2013, dealer bike. Arrow cans and
5999. Dealer sale, 3k miles, 7999. lots of extras, 4k miles, 7750.
BUYING &
The Mechanic
We havent had an engine
Corrosion/wear
apart in eight years
Not much to see here. A bit Damage
of grot on the shock top is If looked after, 11-on Speedies Theyre pretty solid, years and dont think weve
y
your lot wear well. All we could spot to be honest. A lot ever had one apart.
were a few scratches depends on how Cosmetics-wise
theyre used. We theyre no worse
dont see any with than anything else.
particularly high We get a little bit of
mileage because MARTIN HALE, corrosion on ones
theyre a toy for Head technician used through winter
the majority of at Pure Triumph, but I cant really
people. Wellingborough, fault it.
That said, weve Northants Triumph aftermarket
had the occasional silencers are always good.
things like the discs wearing The Arrow ones, theyre always
and warping. People think theyre good and help to sell bikes. But
saving a bit of money by putting in a lot of people get a can from a
EBC pads or something like that generic builder who says you
but EBC pads work well with EBC dont need to remap it. They put
discs. EBC or aftermarket pads on these GP style cans which
on Triumph discs obliterate them. sound absolutely horrible, doing
As soon as you put something like away with two big silencers
EBC HH pads on it wears through and a catalyzer, expect it to run
the disc its a false economy. perfectly alright then start to
The suspension linkage and moan about snatchiness on the
hub need to be kept greased, too, throttle. We can fix it, but a lot of
or theyll start to corrode and people dont want to pay to get it
remapped because theyve been
told itll bolt straight on. But the
As long as its manufacturers would say that,
wouldnt they?
been looked after Overall, though, as long as its
been looked after theyre pretty
theyre pretty tough. I dont want to sound too
corporate, Im being honest. We
bulletproof dont get any major problems
with them. And the small ones
seize up. Its done on the 12,000- that we do, we find, come down to
mile service and theres a special servicing or the lack of it.
tool for the hub so when were
servicing it its easy to pop them
out and grease them up. But if
not, what little grease it comes
with from the factory tends to dry
out and if its been used on winter
roads the bearings can start
seizing and falling apart. Look
The 1050 engine is pretty
bulletproof. Ive been here eight
here
PAUL BRYANT
2015 Insurance
Triumph Speed Triple
1050 Speed 94 Sample MCNCompare.com quotes for 5000 used
Colours Yellow or super nakeds and where the Speed Triple 1050 sits Look
black Dealer 8750 Private
good 8600 Private
here
150 157 201 202 209 236
average 8200 This one
2015 dealer sale with Arrow cans
2011 Kawasaki 2011 BMW 2011 Honda 2011 Triumph 2011 Ducati 2011 MV
and showing just 1100 miles, Z1000 R1200R CB1000R S Triple Monster 1100920 Brutale Arrow silencers are a strong seller and the standard brake set-up is good, too
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BUYING &
7
Honda Transalp
Ho
4
(1987-2012)
(19
A bit
b of a conundrum at first:
a not-very-powerful
no 600cc
V-twin
V-tw in a sort of soft-roader
chassis.
cha
trail
There were better
trai bikes and more powerful
from the
faster
fast tourers, and it took a classifieds
while
wh for people to realise that,
actually,
act it was a very cunning
piece
piec of design. It really would
go anywhere,
a in comfort, with
luggage,
lug as long as you didnt
want
wan to go fast. It grew to
650cc and then 700cc, and
650
SEVEN
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finally died after a quarter of
fi
a century. The Continentals
loved it, and while it wasnt
2750
W
SLOW
a big seller in Britain, its
owners are fanatically
loyal. Young people dont Honda XL700V
buy these things at all, so Transalp
NERS
BURN S
the image is a bit pipe-and- Offered in a private sale
slippers. this 2009 machine has
What youll pay now 600-
W covered 37,577 miles
3500
3 with just one owner. The
But should you? If you like exhaust is new and there
These bikes missed
d the mark when new, but Want to cross the l wn bowls, cricket and the
law are useful features such as
ch followings By Neil Murray
have gained staunch Alps? The clues shipping forecast, yes.
ship heated grips.
i the
in th name
Kawasaki ZX-9R (1994-2002)

Widely expected to be a firm Kawasaki of the ZZ-R1100 but with a more sporty rty
riposte to the FireBlade, it came over demeanour and its now regarded as a
as having been rushed into production. brilliant sports-tourer. Late E and F models
Fast all right, but it was much heavier are the pick of the bunch but build quality
ality
2695
and bulkier than the Blade and the and finish arent up to Honda standards.
rds.
rear suspension simply wasnt sorted. What youll pay now 1100-4000
Kawasaki persevered, and word got around But should you? As long as you realise ise
that the 9R had all the speed and comfort its a (very fast) sports-tourer, yes. Kawasaki ZX-9R
Later ZX-9R models like
this one are the pick of the
bunch. Registered in 2004
this bike is inline with the
rapid sports-tourer feel
even boasting heated
grips. Its covered 24,565
miles.
Yamaha FZ750 (1985-1991)

As fast as a Kawasaki GPZ900R, with The inclined block and downdraught
an even better developed chassis on the carbs have been copied by everyone
later models with Yamahas Deltabox since. Seventeen-inch wheels allow for
frames (the original FZ750 chassis fitment of modern tyres, and the brakes
showed that all the development cash on the Deltabox models are still good if 3199
had gone into the engine). The engine properly cared for. A wonderful piece
has a generous spread of power and of engineering. Triumph
torque thats impressive even now, and What youll pay now 600-1200. Thunderbird
is incredibly tough. Yamaha campaigned But should you? For that money? Of A previous owner has
it very successfully in endurance racing. course you bloody should. changed the bars and
mirrors on this 26,400-
mile 1996 T-Bird but the
originals are included in
the dealer sale.
Ducati ST4S (1996-2003) BMW R80ST (1982-84) Moto Guzzi 1000S (1990-93) Triumph T-bird (1993-2003) 3995
It bristles with neat touches including The original R80GS made a good road In the late 1980s, Guzzi were on the rocks, Triumphs first attempt at producing a
pipes that could be angled lower to bike, so BMW decided to make a pure road their reputation destroyed by disastrous retro basically the original 885cc engine, Kawasaki ZX-9R
accommodate panniers (Triumph copied version but BMWs then werent about sit- experiments with 16in front wheels and returned for more torque, in Bonneville- For sale at Chris Walkers
that on the Sprint). However, in 1996, the up-and-beg wide-barred roadsters, so it acres of plastic bodywork. So in 1990 lookalike clothes. Apart from the lower dealership, this 1999
world wasnt ready for Ducati sports- was dropped after selling only 6000 units. the Italians went back to basics with a seat (achieved by removing most of the example has had just one
tourers. It soldiered on for seven years, Now, though, everyone seems to want stripped-down naked painted up to look padding on the early bikes), nobody really owner since 2000 and
and the last models were sold, brand new, airhead BMWs and theyre in fashion. like the gorgeous S3. saw the point. It looked nice, though. only two in total. Mileage
for 6500 on the road. What youll pay now 2000-3500 What youll pay now 3000-6000 What youll pay now 2250-4500 is pretty low too at under
What youll pay now 2500-3500 But should you? Yes, but get a good one But should you? Until Guzzi have the But should you? Its actually more 11,000. Has both keys and
But should you? Its a 916 you can tour to start with, rather than trying to restore sense to make a modern version, and not convincing and a better bike than the early the handbook.
on, so of course you should. a shonker. the 750 they presently build, yes. Hinckley Bonneville.
44 GARAGE
254kg of Ducati
gets airborne
8128
OUR BIKES
in the mud
MILE S
Farewell to
the Enduro
Andys excellent adventure on the huge Ducati is
brought to an abrupt end as bike thieves strike
more fun than I thought possible on a
DUCATI MULTISTRADA ANDY DAVIDSON 254kg machine. Switch the Multi into
1200 ENDURO 16,690 Experienced adventure
rider and long-distance
Enduro mode and the traction control
and ABS are softened, but I ended up
FUEL 30 litres @ 53.43mpg = 352.7miles motorcyclist
WEIGHT 254kg SEAT 850mm switching them off completely. Power
HEIGHT 5ft 7in
POWER 157bhp TORQUE 100ftlb also drops from nearly 160bhp to 100,
WEIGHT 73kg
which is more than enough.
[email protected] Just like on the road, once you
get over its size, the Strada instantly
y year with the everyone. I took a deep breath and becomes an incredibly talented and
M Ducati Multistrada
Enduro has been
cut short, thanks to
callous thieves in
Northampton. A colleague borrowed
the bike for the evening, left it outside
the front doors of a cinema and once
clambered aboard, flicked her into life
and sunk into the cockpit, surrounded
by gizmos, throttle maps and rider
modes. She may look like a beast, but
the Multi is built to take care of you.
Once I got over my fear of heights
(thanks to the lower seat option) and
exhilarating multi-purpose machine.
Favourite moment
The Multi was recently up against the
other two long-term test bikes in the
office the Honda Africa Twin and
BMW F800GS in an off-road battle. Get over its size and
the movie ended so did my time with my anxieties about dropping such a The test conditions were slippery and
the Multistrada.
A call to Northampton Police, and
heavy girl, I fell in love. Buzzing around
sweeping bends on what is effectively
mucky, which stopped the Multi from
smashing the competition. The Africa
the Strada becomes
were informed theres nothing they can a sportsbike clad in adventure clothing Twin was the most capable on the
do unless the bike is caught on the was mesmerising. Blasting along 100 slippery stuff, but despite the Enduro an incredibly talented
roads by an Automatic Number Plate non-stop miles of straights on my being the heaviest of the bunch, and not
Recognition camera. Not much help
really, as the Ducati is unlikely to be
commute home is like relaxing in a
La-Z Boy Power Recliner supremely
the best suited to slushy off-roading,
it still performed exceptionally well
and exhilarating
stolen by kids looking for a joy ride. Its luxurious thanks to cruise control, and could do everything the Honda
far more likely to be in the back of a van
on its way out of the country. The only
plenty of wind protection, a 350-mile
range, plush semi-active suspension
could. Had the conditions been drier
and not so nadgery, the Multi would
machine
cameras the cinema has are pointing at and more power than a Bullet train. have blitzed it, especially if we were on
its bins what a load of rubbish that is gravel tracks. Besides, leaving the off-
and the footage from the camera in the School of Rock road centre for the ride home, I could
car park is owned by the police, who But this isnt a bike purely for the only just about make out the Honda and
made it clear that theyre not prepared roads. Its Ducatis most serious BMW in the rear view mirrors.
to sift through two hours of recordings foray into the adventure bike market.
to catch criminals. Aside from my fury With that comes the promise of an What it does best
over the incident, its probably better accomplished off-road machine, as the From eating massive mileage for
to remember the good times I had with name suggests, and the Italian factory breakfast to chewing up gravel tracks
the Strada instead. has certainly delivered. I booked in for like sweets, everything the Multistrada
one-to-one training with Dakar legend turned its hand to, it did well. Flying
Getting to know you Craig Bounds at Black Desert Training. round bends while tucked behind the
It was never love at first sight, more Within no time we were flying up steep, screen one minute to standing tall on
like What the hell is that? This huge, shale-peppered and jagged inclines, the pegs and flying through country
snarling red devil stood in the car floating over ruts, balancing a turn at trails the next is probably some of the
park, towering above everything and 2mph with the bars locked and having best fun you can have on a motorcycle.
So, farewell to the Ducati Multistrada
Enduro a world class adventure bike.
Q For more on Black Desert Training
visit www.blackdeserttraining.com
RUNNING VERDICT
Once you get over its size
+
JOE DICK & JASON CRITCHELL
the Multi is astonishing on

the road and down trails
Opportunist thieves have

- struck and the police
have been little help It might have an angry,
beaky face but the Multi
ORead long-term test updates at is a total joy to ride
Backroads, motorways, gravel trails. It truly is a go-anywhere motorcycle motorcyclenews.com/fleet16
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BUYING &
Practical living
The Urban pack
included a posh tank-
bag that connects to the
fuel cap, luggage rack
and top box for 853.02
Ready for anything

The Touring pack
included pannier
HAVE YOU SEEN
OUR MULTI?
racks, two panniers,
handlebar bag and
heated grips for
1493.59 If you have any information about our
stolen Multistrada Enduro, registration
number KU16 RXX, please contact
Northamptonshire Police on 101 or
03000 111 222 citing the crime reference
number 16000318461 or email
[email protected]
46 Garage
THE QUESTION An early Chunnel and

158 motorway miles
IS THE XDIAVEL A PAIN?

whisked Neeves to
supermoto heaven
Big Ducatis battle between style and comfort
DUCATI XDIAVEL S THE RIDER Emma

Franklin, 125GP racer
18,395 with a love of sports and
POWER 156bhp TORQUE 95ftlb performance
TANK SIZE 18 litres @ 50mpg = 200
00 miles HEIGHT 5ft 7in
SEAT HEIGHT 755mm WEIGHT 247kg 47kg WEIGHT 60kg
[email protected]
I
ts surprising how much you
can endure in the name of
fashion. Be it too-tight jeans,
six-inch heels, or a fetching
new nose piercing, fashionistas put
themselves through a lot. So with a
bike that looks as rock and roll as the
XDiavel its natural that people want Fine but not so
to know if its comfortable. With that good for 180-
chopped tail, feet-forward pegs and mile stints
arm-stretching performance its
logical that how comfy is it? is the
very first question people ask me
about the Italian super-cruiser.
Thankfully when it comes to
comfort, the XDiavel shares little
in common with a pair of stilettos.
For everyday town riding, the
XDiavel transports me around the
city streets with effortless ease;
my posture is somewhat slouched
but its relaxed with no pressure or
tension in my lower back, backside 212 screen is great if you up the pace
or wrists. I think of it much like an
armchair which, especially with Windshield kit (212.46) that Ive
its new raised comfort seat fitted recently fitted, except when going
(170), is exactly what it feels like. faster than I perhaps should.
The smile only disappears once One comfort-enhancing extra
minutes in the saddle become that I have found quite useful is
hours. When doing full-tank stints the optional rearward handlebars
of around 180 miles in one sitting (101.70). Before I had them fitted I
my bum starts to get sore and I find didnt particularly find the XDiavels
myself shifting my weight in the standard bars that much of a stretch,
saddle to find comfort. Once, on a but angling them back fractionally
trip up to Anglesey this summer, has given me the feeling of even
I even resorted to putting my feet greater control and I find I can nip in
on the pillion pegs in order to find and out of traffic and tight spaces
some posterior peace. On the whole, much more easily than before.
however, its not too bad and Ive yet
to have any lower back pain at all,
The Xs only real comfort bugbear
for me is the stiffly sprung rear
9950
MILES
MICHAEL NEEVES
despite 500-mile days on board. shock that pile-drives your spine

Wind protection as standard is over bumps and potholes, and the
better than you might imagine as strange random bouts of white-
the XDiavels bulbous tank does a finger that sometimes attack me.
great job of deflecting windblast at So, although the XDiavel may look
Belgian slide show

all legal speeds. So much so that Ive as comfortable as a pair of one-size-
not noticed much difference from too-small underpants, its actually
the optional accessory Roadster surprisingly cosseting.
Michael and the ZX-10R slip across the Channel for the
4220 weekend to watch supermotos take over the streets
New bars and a
lower seat are
MILES
a bonus but the one wasp-sounding Honda CR500 two-
shock is still
too stiff KAWASAKI ZX-10R KRT THE RIDER Michael stroke) at full throttle quickly blends
into a blood-curdling shriek as 35
REPLICA 13,799
Neeves, Sportsbike
lover who also races in angry racers, including former World
FUEL 17ltr @ 45mpg = 168 miles Thundersport GP1 Superbike man Troy Corser and current
WEIGHT 197kg SEAT 813mm HEIGHT 6ft Moto2 rider Xavier Simeon, slide into
POWER 197bhp TORQUE 84ftlb WEIGHT 72kg the first turn in a cloud of dusty tyre
[email protected] smoke and disappear off up the road.
W
The 30th Superbiker (www.
ere basking in crisp As the roar gets closer it superbiker.com) weekender isnt
October sunshine and explodes into a riotous, ear-splitting actually for superbikes, its a
in the distance we can thunderclap and a squadron of supermoto festival laced with stunt
just about make out a supermotos charge by, inches from shows, beer, chips and mayonnaise,
JOE DICK
rumble over the excited chatter and our feet. The deep, bass-driven roar held on the closed roads of Mettet in
distorted Nirvana on the tannoy. of 450cc single-cylinder engines (and Belgium.
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BUYING &
The normally polite

town centre turns Quick updates
absolutely bonkers
TRIUMPH THRUXTON R
11,700
FUEL 14.5 litres @ 49mpg = 149 miles
WEIGHT 203kg (dry)SEAT HEIGHT 810mm
POWER 95.6bhp TORQUE 82.6ftlb
THE RIDER Simon Relph, Forty-one years of
experience, both on and off road.
HEIGHT 6ft 1in WEIGHT 98kg
[email protected]
A couple of weeks ago I fitted

Triumphs Caf Racer fairing to my
Thruxton R. At first I was slightly T i h rather
Triumphs th sporty
t llow h dl b kit
handlebar
dubious of it as it required the fitment
of a low handlebar kit, and the bike had wheel the steering feels very positive.
been amazingly comfortable with the The fairing pushes slightly more wind
standard bar risers. I had no choice, onto my chest than before, but this
the kit had to be fitted otherwise the helps take weight off my wrists. Ive not
bars would foul the fairing. The riding ridden in heavy traffic yet.
position is lower, but Im pleased to say
I feel I am interacting more with the
bike, with more weight over the front
0 0 8 0 0 0
TRIUMPH STREET TWIN

7350
FUEL 12 litres @63mpg = 164 miles
WEIGHT 198kg (dry) SEAT HEIGHT 750mm
POWER 54bhp TORQUE 59ftlb
THE RIDER Ped Baker. Enjoys tinkering
nearly as much as riding.
[email protected]
Belgiums
Im a big fan of chain oilers. On all the
local delicacy
bikes Ive owned and most long-term
goes down
test bikes (although not on the belt
particularly
drive Indian and Harleys!) an automatic Mr Heath Robinson would be proud
nicely
oiler is usually high on the list of mods.
At the recent Classic Bike Live show button was activated via a brake lever
in Peterborough I spotted a leftfield from a bicycle mounted on the bars,
alternative to a shop-bought chain so whenever the rider felt the need he
oiler in the bike park. It was fitted to could squeeze the lever. OK, so its not
a Triumph Tiger and consisted of a automatic but top marks for ingenuity!
workshop oil can attached to the bikes
subframe with the nozzle aimed at the
top row of the chain. The cans push
0 0 3 7 8 0
Two wheels, YAMAHA MT-03 4499

four wheels, FUEL 14 litres @ 68mpg = 209 miles
its a crazy WEIGHT 168kg SEAT 780mm
day out POWER41.5bhp TORQUE 21.8ftlb
RIDER Simon Brown, Been riding 20 years,
has a Scrambler FT in the garage at home
[email protected]
Thirty-five angry So November is here and it cant be

racers, including long until the dreaded winter salt
season comes around again. My big Winter salt may prove problematic
Troy Corser, slide worry is the exhausts, which are
already showing signs of corrosion fittings can easily be protected with
into the first turn after a summer and autumn of all- Scottoiler FS365 or a can of ACF50,
weather riding. If the Yamaha is going both of which I have deployed before
As each race begins, the tannoy to face up to the full force of winter, I with good results but if you are using
blasts out a tacky, cartoon-esque Two great bikes may have to consider getting busy with the Scottoiler product, be aware you
Superbiker jungle track its and a B&B in some high-temperature exhaust paint will have to re-apply it regularly.
fabulous and adds to the craziness of a castle. Life not a big job but non-stainless systems
doesnt get
it all. Supermotos sliding, skidding and
wheelying through a normally bustling better
do suffer if you dont look after them.
The Yamahas other metal fixtures and
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NEW GEAR
Richa Cyclone
jacket 399
Belgium-based kit company joins forces with Gore-Tex
to launch a brand new range of all-weather textile kit
Richa have launched a new range and matching trousers (299). The and trousers (399), which represent
of protective clothing that will Cyclone utilises a three-layer system the ultimate touring textiles and
incorporate Gore-Tex for the first time. of a fixed Gore-Tex liner underneath a feature Gore-Texs laminated outer
Previously Richa have only used Gore- tough abrasion-resistant outer material shell material. Theres also a full
Tex in their gloves, but the Belgium firm and a removable thermal lining. There complement of D30 armour, separate
have now been approved to feature the is D3O armour at the shoulders and thermal inner jacket, and an eight-vent
waterproof, windproof and breathable elbows, and also a Level 1 CE-certified cooling system. Its available in either
technical layer in jackets and trousers back protector. The Cyclone comes black or grey. The new Gore-Tex range
too. The new range will include four in three colour options black, grey also comprises a more casual jacket
jackets and two pairs of trousers, and and black/fluro and has a 360 zip to for urban riders, called the Madison Richa Cyclone 399
will be on sale in dealers this month. attach to the trousers. (399), and an adventure-focused
At the lowest end of the range is the The flagship products of the new offering called the Atacama (499).
new all-season Cyclone jacket (399) range are the Atlantic jacket (599) Q www.nevis.uk.com
Jackets connect
Need to to trousers via a
360 zip
know...
All of the new jackets feature
MCN SAYS
By Emma Franklin
1 a Level 1 CE-approved back
protector as standard,
and have a full-circumference
MCN Acting Consumer Editor connecting zip for the trousers.
Richa have been making bike kit since
In order to use Gore-Tex,
the 1950s, so this new Gore-Tex range
is a bit of a milestone for them. Theres
no arguing with the price of the
Cyclone jacket and trousers its
2 the new designs had to
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Gore company.
a very high-spec product
All the jackets and trousers
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BUYING &
THIS WEEK
TH NEW BIKES FEATURES GARAGE SELLING SPORT November 9 2016 49
Givi S150 universal

top rack 53.38
For those who dont believe in packing light,
luggage specialists Givi have launched this
new top box rack. Thanks to its universal fitting
kit, the Givi rack will attach securely to any
Givi Monokey top box, although Givi also say
it will fit safely on to other branded boxes too.
Made from lightweight but durable Nylon, the
universal top box rack is ideal for strapping on
additional luggage via a roll bag or bungee net,
and the sleek design ensures that the top box
can still be opened with the rack in place.
Qwww.givi.co.uk
Arai Chaser-X from 389.99

Arais mid-range lid gets an update for 2017 thanks to technology lifted
directly from the Japanese manufacturers top-flight race lid. The
new Chaser-X features both the ventilation system and visor locking
mechanism from the range-topping RX-7V to boost the Chasers already
impressive spec. The updated lid is also the third helmet in Arais range
to feature the firms new Variable Axis System, which is said to offer even
better protection from glancing blows to the brow and crown of the head.
The Chaser-X will be in dealers from April 2017 and will be available in
black, white and fluro yellow, as well as a choice of six designs (469.99).
Richa Atlantic 599 Qwww.whyarai.co.uk
Pirelli Scorpion
Rally STR TBC
New dual-sport tyre mixes a rally-style tread
pattern with claims of genuine on-road all-weather
grip and feedback. Fitted as OE to Ducatis 2017
Scrambler range, the new Scorpion Rally uses
a street bike profile and internal structure to
guarantee on-road handling and stability, but
mixes it with a knobbly-style tread to give off-road
grip too. The Scorpions rubber compound is high in
silica to boost both wet weather grip and mileage.
Available in 100/90-19, 110/80-19, 120/70-19
and 90/90-21 fronts, and 130/80-17, 140/80-17,
150/70-17, 170/60-17, 150/70-18 rear.
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Wunderlich Cockpit Bag for This handy cockpit bag offers riders of
BMWs big boxer tourer a handy place to
W R1200RT LC 49.99
BMW stash a wallet, phone, travel documents,
and any other items needed in a hurry.
Secured
S with Velcro and two self-locking
Tenax
T fasteners, the bag can be detached
quickly
q and easily. Made from a tough,
water-resistant
w Cordura, the bag measures
25cm
2 x 20cm x 5cm. An easy-pull tab on the
zip
z means items can be accessed without
taking
t gloves off while a blue lining helps
to
t make smaller objects inside easy to spot.
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Richa Atlantic 399

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HJC RPHA ST 299.99
Ive always been against drop-down sun
visors, but having now used one I realise
theyre extremely useful, especially
if youre riding at dawn or dusk.
one of these
hese
Liam Marsden, MCN
February 2015
o
years ago
Shark Spartan Carbon Skin helmet 299.99
99
Tester Adam Child
Time tested Six months/5000miles
Whats Good? I should have listened to MCNs Consumer
Lining
Editor years ago and opted for a specific touring helmet
Plush lining is comfortable
rather than wearing one of my race lids for my 90-mile
and can be fine tuned for
commute to work. My new Shark Spartan has made such
a difference to my long A-road and motorway ride to the
the best fit
office. Being a mix of carbon fibre and fibreglass means
its lightweight, weighing just 1300g, plus its comfortable
and quiet. Shark have developed their Shark Skin system
on the visor mechanism which they claim reduces the
whistling noise caused when the helmet cuts through the
air, and it seems to work. The internals are easy to remove
for cleaning, and youve even got the option to change
them for thicker or thinner cheek pads to improve the fit.
But the best part about the Spartan is that it comes
with an integrated sun visor built in. Ive always avoided
helmets with a sun visor as I deemed them uncool, but
they do make life so much easier. No more fiddling about
with changing visors to cope with low-angle sun on my
early morning commute. Ill still use my race lid for racing
and trackdays, but for my commute Ill be sticking with my
sensible Spartan.
Whats not? The outer clear visor feels a little flimsy when
compared to the thick visors on my racier Shark lids.
Contact www.shark-helmets.com
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Much quieter than a sports helmet.
The drop-down sun visor has proved
genuinely useful. Its light, too.
Shark skin
-
Main visor isnt as tough as those fitted Serrated material on the visor
to sportier Shark lids pivot helps reduce the whistling
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Whats good? Everyone has their favourite, slightly scruffy Time tested Six Whats good? GT85 has so far
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made from 1.3mm full grain satin-finish leather with a removable mesh and the combination offers wheel grime which
lining and CE-certified armour in the elbows and shoulders. It wears the very good value for money. The every other cleaner S
patina of five years worth of riding in the sun, rain being covered in dirt, jacket is made from tough yet struggles with.
muck and flies and cleaned off again, but its worn beautifully and is still flexible 500-denier material with I hardly have to
in perfect condition. There isnt a frayed seam or sticky zip to be found 900-denier reinforcements at scrub the wheels
and with all that use, it fits me better than any other jacket I own. I love the elbows, and the jacket is both after theyve been
the fact the graphics arent too in your face, too. Itll easily go on for comfortable and effective. I tested squirted with a bit
another five years in fact, the way its going, itll probably outlast me. it through a torrential downpour when of GT85. Its also
Whats not? The racing hump is a bit big, but this jacket is actually riding to an evening bike meet in summer supposed to be really
the top half of a two-piece racing suit and other humpless, less racy and it remained impressively dry. I also good for removing
versions are available. wore it for a four-day trip to the Isle post-wash water and
Contact www.alpinestars.com of Man TT where it coped well with soap from difficult-
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Value removed and chest vents undone, and though I havent tried
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and vents done up. The trousers was on offer in Aldi
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OWNING & RIDING Watch out for dubious

mint condition
FZR400RRs
Q
Why has my All the gears? No ideas. Why is the
trusty FZR400RR R1200RTs gear indicator acting up?
packed up? Q Whats making

my R1200RTs
I have an official UK 1992 Yamaha FZR400RR gear indicator go
which was my road bike in the 90s and then a
track bike for the last 15 years. The engine is
doolally?
completely standard and up until six months ago The dash-mounted gear indicator on
started and ran with no issues. Now, when I turn my 2010 BMW R1200RT is playing up
the ignition on, it primes the pump and fills the and showing 1 when in neutral and
carbs, starts after a couple of turns and runs 5 when in fourth. Is it a dealer job to
fantastically until the carbs empty (around a mile repair it?
of riding) then runs out of fuel. I have changed the George Bolton, email
fuel filter, pump, relay, wiring and checked the
float chambers are free of debris. Answered by Jody Wood,
Stuart Murray, email Bahnstormer
This sounds like a failed gearbox
Answered by Charles Marvell, potentiometer, which is located on the
Flitwick Motorcycles back on the gearbox just above the
If this is a stock RR then the fuel pump is powered swingarm. Its held on with a couple of
from the relay via the blue/black wire (the black bolts and is a bit fiddly to get at. It costs
wire is to earth). The relay is switched via the ECU just over 100, however, its worth
using this blue/black wire so try earthing it; if the asking your dealer toclear the settings
pump now runs, it sounds like an ECU issue, if not and reteach the values first.
the next step is to check for power at the relay, but Id
guess this is good, as the pump primes. My thoughts
Q My Honda
would be a faulty ECU not recognising the engine is
cranking and supplying an earth to the relay. Bearing
in mind this is a 24-year-old bike, poor condition FMX650 needs
wiring connectors could also be a factor. There are
quite a few of these ex-race bikes appearing lately,
road rubber
masquerading as original. Most of them are horror I have a Honda FMX650 and I am
stories. Weve got one here at the moment; the carbs looking to fit new tyres. Could you
were assembled with silicone, which dissolves recommend a good roa road-based tyre
in petrol and one of the pilot jets was missing all for my bike that offers good grip with
ffers goo
together. It was sold to the bloke as a minter. reasonable tyre re life.
Arthur Brown,
own, email
Q Is there a glove on the market that is

designed for use with heated grips?
Im after gloves that are on the market which may Twin gloves, the BMW
thinner on the palm, but work for you as they have Two in One gloves and the
with extra insulation on twin chambers that give Rukka R-Star gloves. They
the back of your hand. My you the option of how are allGore-Tex lined,
hands are freezing if I use much lining you have so totally waterproof.I
my sports gloves, but I between you and your have yet to see a budget
hate true winter gloves grips. The nature of all version on the market
due to their clumpy feel. these is that the maximum from anyone, which is
COMPILED BY CRHIS DABBS
John Hough, email feeling chamber is the unusual.Dont go for the
Answered by Keith
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with, so that you have a bit
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Answered by Bryn Phillips,
Cambrian Tyres
The sizes used on the FMX650 are
Q
120/70R17 front and 150/60R17 rear,
and because the rear size is only fitted
on sportsbikes or supermotos the
I want to watch proper enduro Your legal questions
choice of tyres with a more durable
tread life is a little limited. events, which is the best to visit?
However, the latest generation
sports tyre, such as the Continental Take your pick of events that run Erzberg in Austria where a giant which runs through both the town of Q Can I claim
from a hunt?
Sport Attack 3, Metzeler M7RR or across Europe as a series of off-road quarry is host to thousands of riders Sibiu and the beautiful Carpathian
Bridgestone S21 have good durability enduro races. Obviously, we mean hoping to qualify for the main race. Mountains, which have some I rounded a sharp bend in the
for tyres of this type and this is allied you can pick the event you want to Even the qualification prologue is incredible roads to ride on the way countryside recently when I was
to high levels of performance. But go and watch, because only those 13km of ultra-tough terrain with there and back. This race features confronted by horse manure in
because these are the most up-to- who are borderline certifiable would the top 500 seeded through to the a mix of man-made and natural lumps and spread over the road
date tyres, they are also towards actually choose to race in these main race. Spectators are welcomed terrain. Simply watching the racing where the cars had driven over it.
the top end of the price range. But hardcore events! The Hard Enduro and the cost of admission is low. unfold is enough to make most After about another 200 yards all
there is another way to balance events are perhaps best illustrated The other option is the four-day Red sensible people realise they dont the traffic was stationary. There
the performance/mileage/cost by either the Hare Scramble at Bull Romaniacs event in Romania, ever want to do something like that. was a hunt going on, with horses and
issue. Bridgestones BT-016 Pro (a dogs on the road, so we had to wait
predecessor to their S21) is available Erzbergs Hare until they were in the field. If I had
at a much cheaper price. It has a dual- Scramble: utter, fallen off my bike through sliding
compound tread ensuring increased utter madness in horse manure, would I be able to
grip in corners and, whilst it might not claim against the hunt or would it
last quite as long as the other tyres just be bad luck?
mentioned above, the reduced cost Richard Jones, email
must make it a serious consideration.
In order to successfully bring a claim
you would need to establish (i) that
the hunt and its members owed
Q Why wont my
R6 tickover?
you, as another road user, a duty of
care; (ii) that by failing to clean up
the mess, they breached this duty;
My 1999 Yamaha R6 has started (iii) that the breach caused you loss
cutting out on tickover if I leave it (ie injury and/or damage to your
standing for a minute or so. If I get vehicle); and (iv) that the loss caused
rolling immediately it runs just fine; was not too remote.
clean pick-up, no misfires, all good. In the circumstances you have
But come to a halt and it just fades described I think it would have
away, although it restarts easily. been reasonably foreseeable that
Robert Murray, email manure on a bend would cause
Answered by Lee Towner,

Moto Works
Manure on a
After 17 years, parts of the bend would
carburation system will be getting cause a hazard
RED BULL
pretty worn, while a tickover problem

indicates its in the pilot circuit. Before to road users
you pull the bank of carbs off, lift the
air filter out and have a look down a hazard to road users, in which
through the carb venturis with the
engine running. The needle valve TECH WATCH Tyre pressure sensors are compulsory
in MotoGP after Loris Bazs tyre
case I think that you would have a
valid claim. I would expect, at least
design incorporates a rubber cone disintegrated at 200mph initially, the hunts insurers to try to
which works like a toilet cistern to
seal off the fuel when it gets to the Q Are tyre
pressure
contest the claim, probably on the
basis that you couldnt show it was
right level in the float bowls. As that definitely one of their horses that
rubber ages, it allows the fuel to monitoring was responsible, or even that this is
bypass the needle valve, which allows a peril of countryside riding.
far too much fuel through at tickover systems worth it? Unlike dogs, there is no legal
so it floods the engine. If you can Tyres can deflate naturally at up requirement for horse owners
see droplets of fuel coming past the to 2psi per month, so if you arent to clean up their animals mess;
needle valve that will be the problem. in the habit of regularly checking however Section 161 of the
If theres none of that youll need to your pressure, a tyre pressure Highways Act 1980, makes it
get the carbs off and give them a monitoring system might be an offence to deposit anything
thorough service, maybe using an worth getting. If you are unlucky whatsoever on a highway which
ultrasonic bath to break up any gooey to suffer from a sudden deflation, may injure or endanger other road
deposits
p in the narrow p
passageways.
g y youll feel the handling deteriorate users.
rapidly. The real advantage of a aftermarket offerings, which use a transmitted to a display unit.
monitoring system is if you suffer sensor in a modified valve cap. Both As well as issuing alerts as the
a slow puncture, especially if you types have a pressure sensor chip pressure changes, and showing the Andrew
are on a long run. Then you might that senses tyre pressure against a temperature of the tyre, the higher- Campbell
compensate for the changes and built-in vacuum to give an absolute end systems allow you to customise Solicitor and author
the loss of pressure only becomes pressure reading which is then pressure thresholds and monitor of the MCN Law
apparent when you are on a high- tyre pressure trends over days and column for the last
speed stretch or tipping it into a weeks, spotting a slow leak before it ve years
sharp bend on a mountain road. becomes a major issue. Andrew Campbell, Bikelawyer.
There are two types of system; The valve caps might not fit Visit www.bikelawyer.co.uk or
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2007, 26700 miles. 5400. Tel R1200RT S1000RR Abs sport
F800ST 2003, 13000 miles, Service history, 2008, 16951 miles. 6000. Tel 0871 2011, 17500 miles. 7250. Tel 07973 2010, 11045 miles, 1 owner 2010
2009, 36010 miles, MOT June 2017. good condition, MoT. 6500, Tel 07817 409311. Somerset. 7677889
BIMOTA
987 2578. Bury Saint Edmunds. 657117. Bristol. 7678211
FSH, all repair receipts. Brembo 01728 660095, Suffolk. 7678602 7668839 bmw s1000 rr 2013 spec engine
brakes, ABS, centre stand, K1300S supplied and fitted by BMW 8000

computer, heated grips. 2200, Tel 2015, 11750 miles. 12250. Tel 0871 tel 07855494012 cardiff. 8000,
RSV1000 559 0166. Guildford. 7677934 Tel 07855494012, Cardiff. 7678303
08719874609 or 08719873578,

2000, 28000 miles. 3200. Tel
Southampton. 7678044
07813 124886. Uk. 7649667
BSA
R1200GS ADVENTURE R1200RT

SB8R R1150GS 2015, 1600 miles. 14199. Tel 01692 2014, 5900 miles. 13495. Tel

2001, 9989 miles. 6900. Tel 07745 2003, 36500 miles. 2995. Tel R1200GS 402143. North Walsham. 7678025 07966 303422. Norwich. 7675218

115409. Armagh. 7669627 07883 008675. Bury Lancashire. 2006, 36200 miles. 4400. Tel
K1600GT 7678465 01485 609219. King's Lynn, Norfolk.

2013, 10800 miles. 10300. Tel 7665453
RSV1000 FACTORY BMW F800ST
2008, 11461 miles, Excellent 07929 744355. Keighley. 7678099 B44

1970, 0 miles. 2000. Tel 07590

2005, 5000 miles. 3495. Tel condition,FSH, lowered seat, ABS,
07977 398067. Walsall. 7676394 heated grips, MOT until April 2017, 026733. Colchester. 7678563
BUELL
under BMW warrantee. 3895, Tel

01582 668624, R1200GS ADVENTURE R1200RT
Bedfordshire. 7678201 2006, 24000 miles. 6500. Tel 2013, 11850 miles. 9850. Tel

R1150GS ADVENTURE 07903 406245. Rotherham. 07956 807276. Croydon, Shirley.
7676604

2002, 27162 miles. 4600. Tel R1200GS 7677859
F650GS K1600GTL 07771 655695. Herts. 7677985

2010, 14000 miles. 6900. Tel
2008, 27900 miles, Excellent 2011, 15010 miles, BMW K1600 GTL,
07968 980749. Worthing. 7676731
condition, MoT Sep 17, FSH, ABS, excellent condition with just 15K
RSV1000 R Mille TPMS, heated grips, recent service/ miles, full BMW service history,.

2001, Recently acquired, but not for tyres, new pads/fluid. 3150, Tel 9400, Tel 01695632668 or 1125R
me. 22k m V5 Present MOT. till 08715590716, Devon. 7678072 07597302131, Lancashire. 7678532 2010, 3000 miles. 4000. Tel
F800ST

June See online ad for detail. 07525 748048. Lincolnshire,

2600, Tel 01604 645611, 2010, 13000 miles. 3500. Tel
R1200RT Twin cam

R1200GS ADVENTURE Te water Woodhall Spa. 7664682
Northampton. 7678430 07786 082919. South Yorkshire..
cooled 2010, 32000 miles, Top box, just
7678454 R1150RS
2015, 1000 miles, Short chassis serviced, on board computer,
2003, 30800 miles. 2900. Tel heated seats & grips, 2 owners, 2

R1200GS model, 1 owner, gear shift pro &
01348 837535. Pembrokeshire

2006, 20092 miles. 4950. Tel keyless go. Nav & panniers keys, new MoT. 6300, Tel
(Croesgoch). 7657524

07866 020296. Harrogate, North additional 1k. 12999, Tel 07595762971, Epsom. 7678112
F700GS R NINE T Yorkshire. 7678585 07500332314, Farnham,

2014, 1760 miles. 5450. Tel 07480 2015, 1860 miles. 9250. Tel 07974 Surrey. 7678483

233323. Portsmouth. 7676772 209824. Sheffield S Yorkshire. X1 LIGHTNING
RSV4 7678571 2002, 18900 miles. 4250. Tel
K1100LT

2010, 5006 miles. 7250. Tel 01925 01835 823476. Scottish Borders.

710164. Warrington, Cheshire. 1992, 64900 miles. 1390. Tel 7672206
7678036

07778 625799. Macclesfield.
R1150RT R1200S
CAGIVA
7678063

2001, 33822 miles. 3500. Tel 2006, 18000 miles. 4999. Tel

07979 011043. Ashford. 7667855 R1200GS 07789 405225. North Bucks.
R1200GS Triple Black

2012, 6443 miles. 7500. Tel 01905 7676773
F800GS 25333. Uk. 7678180
2016, 5400 miles, Immaculate,
2008, 19786 miles. 4500. Tel R NINE T tinted screen, engine guards, BMW

07470 337334. Radlett, Herts.. 2014, 540 miles. 8950. Tel 07918 metal panniers. As new, remainder
7676627 617674. Barnsley. 7676822 R1200GS(TWINCAM)WANTED of BMW warranty. 12995, Tel

REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW 08712463631 or 08712463605, East
SHIVER 750 MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH
2008, 15643 miles. 2500. Tel F800GSWANTEDREALISTICPRICE K1200GT Sussex. 7678188 RAPTOR 1000
WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS

PAIDFORLOWMILEAGEBIKE.WE

07809 740020. Lancashire. 2007, 37215 miles. 4450. Tel 2000, 8500 miles. 3250. Tel 07951
R1150RT CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE

7676783 HAVECASHWAITING.WILLCOLLECT. 07860 515154. Dorset & London. R60 596593. West Sussex. 7667396

2001, 21320 miles. 3850. Tel 01953857881

FORDETAILSCALLCHRISATVALUE 7678473 1972, 0 miles. 12000. Tel 01923
01476 573163. Grantham. 7678529
BIKECENTRE01953857881 440590. Watford / Rome. 7658030
CUSTOM
R NINE T
2014, 1112 miles, Bike is in Perfect
condition with VERY LOW MILES. R1200RS Sport SE

9200, Tel 07775757812, Lisburn 2016, 3800 miles, Sport SE D-ESA,
N.Ireland. 7678076 GAP, Cruise, GPS prep, TPC,
TUONO 1000 R1200GS ADVENTURE VentureShield, Warranty 2018, 2016
2003, 10784 miles. 2850. Tel F800GT K1200R 1000s more R1200GS 2008, 26000 miles. 5800. Tel bike 2015 money. 10900, Tel S1000RR BIKE

bikes for sale at

07875 106456. Oxfordshire. 2016, 206 miles. 8750. Tel 07971 2006, 12400 miles. 4200. Tel 0871 2013, 17600 miles. 9749. Tel 0871 07456 525034. Wallasey Near 07896069219, 2011, 3000 miles. 10995. Tel 0871 2000, 14000 miles. 9000. Tel
977 3163. Kent. 7678582
7678057 787818. Chepstow. 7676850 www.mcnbikesforsale.com 977 3133. Hove. 7676149 Liverpoo. 7678194 Winchester. 7678497 559 8732. Essex, Uk. 7676608 07498 473579. Cumbria. 7676727
Please note that calls to numbers starting 0871 published in the private adverts above are charged at 10p per minute from BT landlines. Calls from mobiles will cost more. For more information as to why these numbers are used please see www.mcnbikesforsale.com
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DUCATI HARLEY FX-DBSTREETBOBWANTED

REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW
DAVIDSON MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH
CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE
01953857881
899 PANIGALE MONSTER 696 XR1200 CBF125 CBR1000RR FIREBLADE CBR650F

2015, 860 miles. 9950. Tel 07712 2009, 2809 miles. 4750. Tel 0871 2008, 7659 miles, 11 months MoT, 2009, 28648 miles, 2009, 29k 2009, 19120 miles. 5699. Tel 0871 2014, 3130 miles. 5200. Tel 07956
000306. Warwickshire. 7677944 977 1059. Maidenhead. 7664977 second owner from new, in miles, 8 months MOT, New Battery, 987 2389. Ellon. 7669753 315142. West Yorkshire. 7678485
1098 excellent condition, 2 keys & fobs, Full history, Good condition,
2007, 11500 miles, MOT 04/17. FSH, CUSTOM orange, good tyres. 5300, Tel Garaged. SE London 1100. 1100,

New f pads, f & r tyres. Q/shifter, 2002, 5500 miles. 5995. Tel 07704142555, West Tel 02087784979,
excellent condition, Pillion fitted, 07788 598234. Herts. 7657041 Sussex. 7678175 Anerley. 7678084
ROAD KING
Cumbria. 6950, Tel 07580 155142,

Cumbria. 7678444
HERALD
2004, 47000 miles. 7495. Tel 0871
559 0774. Guildford. 7606173
916 MONSTER 821 CBR1000RR FIREBLADE CBR900RR FIREBLADE

1996, 17833 miles. 13995. Tel 2015, 650 miles. 6300. Tel 0871 2008, 15000 miles. 5250. Tel 2000, 16000 miles. 2300. Tel
01622 814140. Kent. 7668080 559 8657. Stockport. 7676792 01428 715450. Hindhead, Surrey. 017683 52836. Cumbria. 7678462
7678125
DYNA GLIDE CBF500

2002, 9100 miles. 6995. Tel 07971 2007, 13700 miles. 1900. Tel 0871
1098 345234. Northampton. 7678297 977 5200. Bedfordshire. 7676466

2008, 7101 miles. 6300. Tel 07758 ROAD KING RAMBLER 250

558534. Loughborough. 7678176 2005, 10993 miles. 9950. Tel 2016, 600 miles. 3000. Tel 07764
01920 888500. Ware. 7666971 835773. Berkshire. 7678459
916 SENNA MULTISTRADA 1200

HONDA CBR900RR FIREBLADE

1995, 25000 miles. 11745. Tel 2010, 6173 miles. 7100. Tel 07710

2002, 16575 miles. 2995. Tel
07786 012341. Lincolnshire. 526712. Lincolnshire. 7676589
01752 892175. Devon.. 7676694
7677880
DYNA GLIDE CBF500

Find more than 450+ 2009, 6235 miles. 7500. Tel 0871 2006, 15239 miles. 1500. Tel

1098S 987 0047. Sussex. 7667007 07753 464293. South Croydon. CBR1000RR FIREBLADE HM
Ducatis for sale
2007, 12500 miles. 7000. Tel SOFTAIL 7676469 Plant Kiyonari replica
online right now

07944 775580. Uxbridge Middlesex. 2008, 4500 miles. 18000. Tel 2009, 22000 miles, This is a HM
7676395 www.mcnbikesforsale.com 01294 212573. Ayrshire. 7670798 Plant Kiyonari replica painted by
CB1300S SprayBay who sprayed the original
2008, 12750 miles. 4900. Tel BSB race bikes . 5250, Tel

07767 346569. Stevenage. CD175

996 07974426210,
2001, 24700 miles. 5700. Tel 7676705 Worcestershire. 7678543 1975, 24000 miles. 1750. Tel

07896 891906. Belvedere, Kent. 07850 727260. Salisbury. 7677906
DYNA GLIDE
7649085

2013, 11500 miles. 9999. Tel CBF600 CBR1000RRWANTEDREALISTIC
07903 397692. Essex. 7678443 2006, 7842 miles. 2200. Tel 07539 PRICEPAIDFORLOWMILEAGEBIKE.

MULTISTRADA 1200S SOFTAIL 302667. Wakefield Yorkshire. WEHAVECASHWAITING.WILL
1098S

2014, 985 miles. 12777. Tel 07740 1996, 9276 miles. 8250. Tel 01787 7678536 COLLECT.FORDETAILSCALLCHRIS
2007, 3047 miles, Original owner
ATVALUEBIKECENTRE01953857881

from new low mileage bike due to 051455. Horsham, West Sussex. 462233. Essex. 7640252
being in storage for four years. 7676535
CB250 Hornet
extra carbon f.s.h. 7200, Tel
1997, 17000 miles, Rare Japanese

07833973366, Huddersfield West CM250

Import, exceptional condition, 12 1981, 22700 miles. 1650. Tel 07702
Yorkshire. 7678106 998S mths MoT, fully recommissioned by
ELECTRA GLIDE 092460. Orpington, Kent. 7678593
2003,17900miles, qualified mechanic. 1750, Tel
2012, 1343 miles. 12250. Tel 07825

Immaculatecondition. 07805957507, Warrington,

668030. Glasgow, South CBF600
Firstregistered2003 Lanarkshire. 7668056
Cheshire. 7678038
2011, 7300 miles. 3000. Tel 07845 CBR1100XX SUPER BLACKBIRD
SOFTAIL
Fullservicehistory,MOT

2002, 21744 miles. 9900. Tel 176682. Hornchurch Essex. 2004, 40000 miles. 2500. Tel
&Serviceuntilnextyear. MULTISTRADA 1200S Pikes
07425 333171. London. 7676484 7676688 07814 094889. Workington.
Peak
7250,Tel07970749105, 2014, 13900 miles, Mint Condition,
7677918
WestSussex.7678525 Many Extras! 4 months Ducati
1098S

2013, 0 miles. 19995. Tel 07808 Warranty left. One owner,FSH, CROSSTOURER 1200

542041. Whyteleafe. 7669125 Tracker,Full Termi,. 12500, Tel 2013, 5700 miles. 6895. Tel 01384
08712316119, Lancashire. 7677955 482954. West Midlands. 7678607
CB400
ELECTRA GLIDE
1975, 26759 miles. 4350. Tel
2009, 8000 miles. 9800. Tel

07977 099057. Tyne And Wear. CBF600
07973 360242. Pershore, SOFTAIL 7676732 2009, 4750 miles. 3200. Tel
Worcestershire. 7665895 1996, 6500 miles. 7950. Tel 0871 CBR1100XX SUPER BLACKBIRD

999 987 3661. London. 7664808 07920 108708. Bournemouth. 1998, 31000 miles. 1850. Tel

2003, 220 miles. 8495. Tel 01622 7676405 07896 188652. Swansea. 7676592
814140. Kent, Mereworth. 7670734
748R
2002, 12200 miles, MOT May 17, PAUL SMART 1000 LE CROSSTOURER 1200

Terminogi's & originals, Oleron 2006, 1006 miles. 17950. Tel 0871 2013, 729 miles. 7900. Tel 07788

clutch cyl upgrade New belts 500 987 4511. Cambridgeshire. 7657768 972552. Milton Keynes, Bucks.
miles, Battery 1 year. 6200, Tel CB500X 7661885
ELECTRA GLIDE

07831826215, Elm Park, 2013, 17017 miles. 3250. Tel 07443

2016, 463 miles. 18500. Tel 07860 SPORTSTER 883

Essex. 7678082 576966. Canterbury, Kent.
437985. Cheshire. 7676710 2012, 3300 miles. 4750. Tel 07957 CBF600 CBR250R

7666356

DIAVEL 755776. South Staffordshire. 2004, 13300 miles. 1750. Tel 2011, 17500 miles, Black with
07931 138660. Herts. 7676819

2011, 16600 miles. 8850. Tel 07713 7676199 modified exhaust. Some light
462556. Dunmow. 7676441 scratches. MOT expires 30th Dec
2016. I'll accept near offer. 1800,
ST4

Tel 07474209423,
2001, 20860 miles, MOT March
2017. Panniers; cover; immobiliser/
Lancashire. 7678253 CX500
alarm. New fuel/air filters, chain/ 1981, 26000 miles. 5500. Tel
848

ELECTRA GLIDE

sprockets, battery. 3900, Tel 07814 802231. United Kingdom.
2009, 7060 miles. 5995. Tel CB600F HORNET
1000s more 2007, 18800 miles. 11300. Tel 7637719

07825312362, London. 7678618

07775 768197. Chelmsford, Essex. 2005, 60100 miles. 1500. Tel CBR1000RR FIREBLADE
7651752 bikes for sale at 07710 066370. Walton, Surrey.. SPORTSTER 883
07957 843920. Reading (Just
7676449 2014, 2322 miles. 5500. Tel 07921 2009, 14500 miles. 6200. Tel
www.mcnbikesforsale.com 477715. Wolverhampton. 7678016
Outside Pangbourne). 7678414 07780 666331. Clydebank. 7676803
CBR600F
2002, 21500 miles. 2500. Tel

07703 349189. Staffordshire.
7678501
XDIAVEL S CX500
2016, 4000 miles, 18 month left on 1979, 32300 miles. 4800. Tel
848

FAT BOB 07917 400385. East Sussex.

2008, 14000 miles. 6250. Tel DIAVEL CARBON warranty, FSH, fly screen,extra rear
2010, 3700 miles. 9500. Tel 07533 SPORTSTER 883 CB650 CBR1000RR FIREBLADE 7658018
seat & backrest Termi exhaust &

07984 421686. Uk. 7678136 2014, 996 miles. 12000. Tel 07711 319600. Buckinghamshire. 1993, 0 miles. 1150. Tel 07776 2008, 14151 miles. 5350. Tel
655429. Chesham. 7678569 engine remap. 17950, Tel 2001, 7500 miles. 3500. Tel 01608
7678434 422333. Helston. 7678276 07976 979717. Goodwick. 7676733
07779573514, Essex. 7678159 738298. North Oxfordshir. 7678075
SPORTSTERXL1200WANTED Find more than

ENFIELD REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW
2,500+ Hondas for CBR600RR
MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH 2006, 10100 miles. 3500. Tel

CONTINENTALGT2013,4700miles. WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS sale online right now 07534 922211. Berkshire, Slough.

3250.Tel01763272339.Hertfordshire. CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE www.mcnbikesforsale.com 7678482
851 7676598 01953857881 GL1800 GOLDWING

1991, 18000 miles. 15000. Tel DIAVEL CARBON FAT BOB CB750 2008, 54310 miles. 11500. Tel

01702 233017. Hockley. 7676482 2014, 5400 miles. 11795. Tel 2013, 2700 miles. 10900. Tel 1978, 35000 miles. 3500. Tel 07973 255885. Ruislip, Greater
07736 299496. Esher. 7663638 GILERA 07738 888381. London. 7676006
Find more than 400+
Harley-Davidsons for
01625 500691. Cheshire. 7677935 London. 7678471
sale online right now

www.mcnbikesforsale.com
CBR1000RR FIREBLADE CBR650F
XL883SPORTSTERWANTED 2004, 12000 miles, Serviced and 2015, 1250 miles, Very low miles,
REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW MOT may can,power commander garaged, black double bubble, R+G
851 MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH pager alarm,new battery 2xfobs tail tidy, like new, MINT! Family
1991, 11270 miles. 11495. Tel MONSTER 1200S FUOCO FAT BOY WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS CBF1000 ,two keys and great Ride. 3500, needs lifts!!!. 5500, Tel LEAD 110

+337734983052. Treignac 19260 2014, 6273 miles. 11000. Tel 2008, 19149 miles. 2000. Tel 0871 2007, 8400 miles. 10499. Tel CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE 2006, 52780 miles. 2200. Tel 0871 Tel 07973259985, 07885499903 or 01708442470, 2010, 11200 miles. 1095. Tel 07470
France. 7661411 07894 727208. Aberdeen. 7676489 559 0272. Stoke On Trent. 7652322 07956 169066. Hampton. 7674698 01953857881 987 2593. Ilkeston. 7677899 London. 7678520 Romford. 7677931 553020. Co. Durham. 7676725
56 BUYING&SELLING Sell today by visiting mcnbikesforsale.com or call 0845 051 5001
HONDA KTM NORTON

NC700/750WANTEDREALISTIC
PRICEPAIDFORLOWMILEAGEBIKE.
WEHAVECASHWAITING.WILL
COLLECT.FORDETAILSCALLCHRIS
ATVALUEBIKECENTRE01953857881 ST1100 PAN EUROPEAN VFR800 VTEC ER-6F Z1000 990 SUPERMOTO DL650 V-STROM TOURING

2002, 44006 miles. 1850. Tel 2008, 10900 miles. 4875. Tel 2014, 2307 miles. 3775. Tel 07976 2014, 1620 miles. 7200. Tel 07966 2008, 12777 miles. 4295. Tel 2009, 7730 miles. 3300. Tel

07951 036874. Grimsby. 7678411 07472 414011. Darlington. 7676768 613707. Poole. 7678410 439344. Carmarthenshire. 7676757 07969 254338. Oxford. 7678530 07850 954423. Sw London And
1190 ADVENTURE COMMANDER Aldershot. 7676723

2014, 9700 miles. 8950. Tel 07976 1989, 3312 miles. 8950. Tel 07563
ST1300PANEUROPEANWANTED
565393. Westbury. 7676774 853564. Leicestershire. 7667390
REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW
MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH
NC750X
01953857881
2014, 8587 miles. 3850. Tel 07718
VFR800 VTEC ER-6F

513126. St Neots, Cambs. Pe19. Z1000SX 990 SUPERMOTO TOURING

7675745 2007, 12000 miles. 3195. Tel 07771 2014, 1450 miles. 3800. Tel 01603 2011, 15500 miles. 5200. Tel 023 GS500F
2009, 23345 miles. 4995. Tel
746599. Southampton. 7676510 279719. Norfolk. 7678131 8081 2169. Southampton. 7677956

07866 735272. Hillsborough N 2008, 2200 miles. 1795. Tel 07967
125 DUKE DOMINATOR

140856. Codsall, Wolverhampton.

2012, 15800 miles. 2400. Tel 0871 Ireland. 7678158 2015, 666 miles. 27995. Tel 07795 7675863
977 1050. Sutton, Surrey. 7675606 035660. Coleraine. 7677964
VF500

1984, 40482 miles. 900. Tel 07973
548157. West Bromwich. 7639424
NS400 VFR800 VTEC ER-6F ABS Z1000SX

1985, 15342 miles. 9495. Tel

2007, 16750 miles. 4000. Tel 2013, 6800 miles, FSH, Scotoiler, 2014, 250 miles. 6999. Tel 01642
07818 593638. Yateley. 7678472
990 SUPERMOTO TOURING
07985 672454. London W3. Datatag. Exc.cond. Just serviced & 592810. Middlesbrough. 7676852 GSF1200 BANDIT
7666907 MOTd. Commutes, weekend fun & 125 DUKE 2014, 5400 miles, Last registered DOMINATOR

1998, 0 miles. 1500. Tel 0871 244

capable of touring. 3750, Tel 020 2013, 6650 miles. 2650. Tel 07872 SMT in the UK. Full Akrapovic, plus 2016, 5 miles. 32995. Tel 0117 959

8368 3697 or 07779 022943, 1716. Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear.
844955. London. 7670190 extras. FKTMSH. Only selling due to 3773. Bristol. 7675973
London. 7678162 7676820
lack of use. 8250, Tel
PIAGGIO
08719771029 or 08719870040,
VFR400
Bristol. 7678518

1993, 0 miles. 1500. Tel 0871 977
NSR125 3171. Gillingham Dorset. 7676815
Z800
VT750 SHADOW
2000, 853 miles. 2000. Tel 07901

2014, 14852 miles. 4999. Tel
655917. Chard , Somerset. 7663636 2009, 7500 miles. 3399. Tel
07979 143022. Felixstowe. 7678174

07795 107514. East Sussex. 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE
7678441 ER-6N 2015, 7300 miles. 12300. Tel GSF1250S BANDIT

2012, 929 miles. 3099. Tel 07400 07584 045443. Bulford, Wiltshire. 2007, 20500 miles. 2500. Tel
616143. Kent. 7676780

7678486 VESPA SPRINT 125 07973 139416. Hertfordshire.
EXCF350

2014, 1700 miles. 2200. Tel 07808 7676607

VFR750 2015, 635 miles. 5200. Tel 0871 967208. Ipswich. 7676523
1996, 43000 miles. 1750. Tel 231 6143. East Herts. 7676337

07530 053077. E.Yorkshire.
NSS300 FORZA
7675753 ZX-10 SEELEY

2015, 1025 miles. 3600. Tel 07894
VTX1300 1988, 86000 miles, Collectors
993999. Cannock, Staffs. 7676311
Superbike. 4-1 stainless, tyres forks

2009, 40000 miles. 3295. Tel
07786 911338. Bristol. 7657097 ER-6N tank fairing frame all vgc. 165 mph,
NT650/700DEAUVILLEWANTED 690 DUKE
Spares-repair. 500, Tel

REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW 2014, 8050 miles, Bikes in near GSF1250S BANDIT
07941400821 or 01473 430598, 2015, 1340 miles. 4750. Tel 07787
MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH perfect condition, many extras 2008, 15432 miles. 2950. Tel 0871
Ipswich. 7678590 518524. Bristol. 7676152

WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS fitted and included, very recent RC125 987 2078. Newcastle Tyne And

CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE service. Rides great. 3850, Tel 2016, 710 miles. 2600. Tel 07887 Wear.. 7676594
COMMANDO
01953857881 VFR750 08719874583, 642712. Great Yarmouth. 7678085

1996, 58000 miles, MOT to Southampton. 7678515 1970, 0 miles. 11000. Tel 01808
27/9/2017.Givi pannier frames and 511391. Inverness. 7678290
ER6VERSYSWANTEDREALISTIC
topbox plate. Reg/rec replaced . XL1000V VARADERO PRICEPAIDFORLOWMILEAGEBIKE. MOTO-GUZZI
SUZUKI
Always starts first time. 1100, Tel 2007, 8323 miles. 3650. Tel 07739 WEHAVECASHWAITING.WILL
07817314825, Stockport. 7678399 694204. Worthing. 7676685 COLLECT.FORDETAILSCALLCHRIS ZX-12R A1 690 DUKE

XL650/700VTRANSALPWANTED ATVALUEBIKECENTRE01953857881 2002, 10000 miles, ZX12R - A1 Ninja 2013, 750 miles. 4995. Tel 07779 AM650BURGMANWANTED
REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW 783154. Kent. 7675460 REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW GSF650S BANDIT
2002 green, MOT, SH, low mileage,
NT700V DEAUVILLE MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH 2005, 19300 miles. 1700. Tel
MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH 1 owner, little used, lovely

2011, 24624 miles. 3995. Tel WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS 07502 937126. Maidenhead.

condition, v. quick. 3200, Tel
07769 666735. Stowmarket CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE

7678541
CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE 07922573770, East
Suffolk. 7676677 CALIFORNIA 01953857881
01953857881 Sussex. 7678499

2011, 5784 miles. 6500. Tel 07725
VFR800 259179. Maidstone. Kent. 7677865
2002, 19000 miles. 2295. Tel GTR1400

07836 342051. Rotherham.

2011, 16700 miles. 6950. Tel 690 DUKE R
7676831 07939 569447. England. 7673969 2015, 1200 miles, As new condition
comes with the extras that come
with R Models . will be sad to see it GSF650S BANDIT

NT700V DEAUVILLE XL700V TRANSALP go. 6499ono. 6499, Tel BURGMAN 400 2007, 24100 miles. 1650. Tel
ZX-6R

2010, 785 miles. 4100. Tel 07979 2009, 37577 miles. 2750. Tel 2013, 9084 miles. 3250. Tel 07769 07941 931284. Bingham, Notts.

2016, 3400 miles. 7750. Tel 0871 08712463535, Wiltshire. 7678350

378968. Montrose, Angus. 7678467 01465 861143. South Ayrshire. 907289. Kent. 7678580 7675609
987 3491. South Shields. 7676355 GRISO 1100
7677855

2006, 11300 miles. 4500. Tel
HUSABERG NINJA 300 07763 597516. London. 7678514

VFR800

2014, 1087 miles. 3995. Tel 07812

2001, 15423 miles. 2100. Tel 07761
259144. Worcestershire. 7678402 084487. East Yorkshire. 7678512
690 SMC

SILVER WING 600 2015, 4700 miles. 6500. Tel 07770 BURGMAN 400 GSR750
ZZR1100

2009, 16808 miles. 2500. Tel 2016, 300 miles. 5995. Tel 07785
1998, 59175 miles. 1495. Tel 07557 668666. Bromley, Kent. 7675990

2009, 30995 miles. 1950. Tel

07940 269636. East Ayrshire. 07745 034222. Borehamwood. 231421. So21 3Gy. 7676511
802097. Wisbech. 7678487
7676693 FE450 950SUPERENDURO2008,7000 GRISO 1200 7667355

2007, 6074 miles. 2300. Tel miles.80000.Tel+353872503320. 2011, 4217 miles. 5000. Tel 07734
NINJA H2

VFR800 Fi 07794 622185. Hayling Island, DublinIreland.7676398 853128. Swindon, Wilts. 7676265
2016, 350 miles. 18750. Tel 07492
1999, 13600 miles, Extremely Hampshire. 7676673
061542. Fleet, Hampshire. 7676622
clean, very low miles, full MoT, Find more than
Sargent seat, FSH, new oil, filter,
INDIAN 200+ KTMs for sale

battery. Plus extras. 1995, Tel
01208 832076, Cornwall. 7677951 ZZR1100
online right now GSX-R1000

SP-2

2000, 25000 miles. 1745. Tel www.mcnbikesforsale.com DL650 V-STROM 2007, 14200 miles. 4700. Tel

2006, 19300 miles. 7250. Tel 07891 496039. Harwich. 7677884 2013, 15000 miles. 4250. Tel 07817 257971. Cumbria. 7678577
07779 005195. Cheshire. 7676517 V50 07738 260900. London. 7677888

VERSYS 650 1981, 31000 miles. 2600. Tel 0151

2015, 1580 miles. 5200. Tel 07894 290 1512. Liverpool. 7676323
CHIEF 533143. Bedford. 7678619

2001, 6100 miles. 14995. Tel 0871
VFR800 VTEC 977 5232. Orpington. 7673084

2011, 17766 miles. 5249. Tel 07917 950 SUPERMOTO
020556. Colchester. 7664161
KAWASAKI ZZR1400 2006, 15500 miles. 3500. Tel GSX-R1000

ST1100 PAN EUROPEAN 2009, 17200 miles. 5295. Tel 01289 302947. Berwick Upon DL650 V-STROM 2005, 0 miles. 9495. Tel 07808
1992, 47564 miles, S S exhaust, 07957 401871. Gateshead. 7665176 Tweed. 7676837 2010, 53500 miles. 2000. Tel 542041. Whyteleafe. 7668633
new battery.all service receipts 07909 423585. London. 7678526
plus rear sub frame. ,Original V7 RACER
Z1000
service book and manual. 2250, 2011, 14300 miles. 4000. Tel
2009, 17000 miles. 4800. Tel

07780 693902. Odiham,

Tel 01668219514, 07793 675557. Gainsborough
Northumberland. 7677958 Hampshire. 7677897
Lincolnshire. 7678506
VFR800 VTEC ER-5
Find more than 2005, 7927 miles, Low miles and 2005, 27950 miles, ER5, 54 Reg. Find more than 1,400+ Find more than 50+
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sale online right now online right now online right now

owner. 3900, Tel 07971 662229, tyre and service. Sam. 1250, Tel 07769 674103. Rotherham. 07968 503471. Cardiff, South 2013, 10800 miles. 4300. Tel 07832 376115. Huddersfield.
www.mcnbikesforsale.com Warwick. 7678062 07961295568, Wakefield. 7678010 www.mcnbikesforsale.com 7678531 Wales. 7671778 www.mcnbikesforsale.com 07990 910110. Bridgend. 7678150 7678109
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SUZUKI PRICEPAIDFORLOWMILEAGEBIKE. PRICEPAIDFORLOWMILEAGEBIKE.
WEHAVECASHWAITING.WILL WEHAVECASHWAITING.WILL
COLLECT.FORDETAILSCALLCHRIS COLLECT.FORDETAILSCALLCHRIS
ATVALUEBIKECENTRE01953857881 ATVALUEBIKECENTRE01953857881
GSX1300R HAYABUSA SV650S BONNEVILLE T100 Bobber STREET TRIPLE R TIGER 800 XC XCA top of range FJR1300

1999, 36000 miles. 3100. Tel 2004, 10600 miles. 1950. Tel 2006, 5000 miles, Standard 2010, 4516 miles. 4750. Tel 07771 model 2008, 47360 miles. 4350. Tel

01507 354524. Lincolnshire. 07753 422430. Taunton. 7677920 wheelbase ,red metal flake paint, 614761. Welwyn Garden City. 2016, 2011 miles, 07746 404346. Ormskirk. 7661678
GSX-R1000 30th Year 7666532 MOT end March 2017, private plate, 7677996 Cruise,ABS,Traction,heated grips &
Anniversary Edition includes bolt on rack. 4950, Tel seats,3 modes,upgraded

2016, 1567 miles, Suzuki 07845 323631, Near Selby, altenator.Exs Triumph levers,soft

GSXR1000AL6, 30th Year Yorkshire. 7677978 DAYTONA 955I SPEEDMASTER luggage. 9200, Tel 07710098765,

Anniversary Edition, 2016, ABS, 2003, 12000 miles. 2300. Tel 2014, 1025 miles. 5300. Tel 01908 Epping, Essex. 7678132
376842. Bletchley. 7676689

Private Plate, 1567 miles,. 9795, 07817 951209. Tyne And Wear.

Tel 07970 717500, High 7678142
Wycombe. 7678043 SV650S FJR1300
GSX1300R HAYABUSA 2003, 44000 miles. 1200. Tel STREET TRIPLE R 2011, 10200 2004, 64750 miles. 2950. Tel

2003, 10200 miles. 3250. Tel 07870 348911. Fordingbridge. miles, One-off special bought from 07769 885835. Newtownards, Co.
07827 345213. Aylesbury. 7676752 7676809 dealer, one owner, full service Down. 7677986
BONNEVILLE T100 SE history, 11 months MoT. 4995, Tel
2011, 4900 miles, MOT, centre 07766305422, London. 7678068
stand, rear carrier, extenda SPRINT GT 1050 TIGER800XCXcx

defenda, Triumph loud pipes 2012, 20839 miles. 5450. Tel 2016,700miles,
ROCKET III

07765 582760. Somerset. 7676411
GSX-R1100
included. 4800, Tel 07708310687, 2004, 25000 miles, MOT till OCT Immaculate,Caspian
Dursley. 7678148 blue,fittedwithallthe

1992, 0 miles. 6000. Tel 07791 2017, regularly serviced. Extras
782826. Kilmarnock. 7678151 saddlebags, front & rear crash bars extras.RecentTriumph
GSX1300R HAYABUSA SV650S FJR1300
& screen . 5000, Tel 01604402650 500mservice&Triumph

2006, 16630 miles, Grey/ 2015, 4900 miles. 3900. Tel or 07842701607, 2008, 18000 miles. 4950. Tel
warranty.10300,Tel

Blue,Yoshimura exhaust,new 07900 670635. Enfield. 7678093 Northampton. 7677936 STREET TRIPLE R 07849 8295820. Keynsham.
01962771971,

battery and MOT till 18.05.2017. 2012, 18150 miles. 4150. Tel 07825 7678586
Mileage 16630, phone 224591. Windsor. 7678522
Winchester,
07861683841. 3150, Tel SPRINT GT 1050 ABS Hants..7678589

07861683841, Rochdale, Greater 2010, 15308 miles, 2 owners from
BONNEVILLE T100 Spirit Special
Manchester. 7678552 new , MOT, triumph service history TOGEREXPLORERWANTED
Edition
including matching side panniers REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW
GSX-R600 2015, 609 miles, As New, had its

and large top box. 4500, Tel MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH
2015, 2055 miles. 6350. Tel 07896 first service. 6300, Tel

07952 061261, Stowmarket WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS
770895. West Sussex. 7676844 SV650S 07733105990, Berkshire. 7678001
2013, 1150 miles. 3250. Tel 0871 ROCKET III TOURING Suffolk. 7678603 CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE FZ1

2013, 8000 miles. 10500. Tel

987 3531. Tamworth Staffordshire. BONNEVILLET100WANTED STREET TWIN 01953857881 2010, 8345 miles. 4600. Tel 01932
07492 184446. Bristol. 7676742

7678065 REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW 2016, 1200 miles. 6700. Tel 07773 564847. Surrey. 7678510
MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH 337710. Suffolk. 7678118
GSX1400 K5
2006, 8606 miles, MOT until July TRIUMPH WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS
2017. Brand new tyres. Very good 01953857881
condition. Datatool S4 alarm + BONNEVILLE9002014,3400miles,

Blueandwhiteneverseenrainmag SPRINT ST 1050
GSX-R600 extras. 4350, Tel 07935749190 or

2009, 16500 miles. 4300. Tel 07935749190, Wirral. 7678498 wheelmodelspareroadlegalzardpipes 2008, 25752 miles. 3500. Tel
TR7 TIGER
07792 229343. Leigh-On-Sea, togowithbike.5200,Tel07515113691, 07747 160919. Oxford. 7675607
SittingbourneKent.7677928 SCRAMBLER 1979, 17638 miles. 3350. Tel FZ6 FAZER
Essex. 7677976

2008, 14000 miles. 2750. Tel

2015, 3800 miles. 5600. Tel 07827 07801 969169. East Sussex.
THUNDERBIRD 1700
747074. West London. 7678197 7678573 07717 575556. Bracknell, Berkshire.
2015, 2500 miles. 12000. Tel
7678077
07801 864380. Uk. 7674365
DAYTONA 650

2005, 18781 miles. 2999. Tel
GT550 07961 100586. Essex. 7678134

1977, 1000 miles. 5999. Tel 07956 STREET TRIPLE 675
169066. Middx. 7664790 BONNEVILLE 900 2008, 4300 miles. 3450. Tel

GSX-R600

2014, 14000 miles. 4950. Tel 07702 006328. Cheltenham.
2007, 6363 miles. 3700. Tel 07921 241435. Kent. 7668435 SCRAMBLER 7678494 TROPHY 1200

07803 809944. Sittingbourne Kent. FZ600
2014, 200 miles. 6695. Tel 07976 THUNDERBIRD 900

7678165 2002, 25898 miles, Full luggage. 2002, 22000 miles, MoT Jun 17,
253475. Lancashire, Preston. 2003, 44000 miles, Triumph 900 Mot Sept 2017. New back tyre.Full alarm, garaged, hardly used last 2
7674521

Thunderbird. Excellent condition. service including valve clearances years. 1625, Tel 07572154515,
DAYTONA 675 Year 2003. 2600, Tel

at 18779 miles. 2250, Tel 01823 Wrexham. 7677933

2010, 6749 miles. 4595. Tel 07790 07486071481, Newcastle Upon 443034,
M1800R INTRUDER 558871. Maidstone. 7678534 Tyne. 7677961 Taunton,Somerset. 7677987

2011, 14000 miles. 7199. Tel 07957
168432. Essex. 7676765 BONNEVILLE AMERICA STREET TRIPLE 675

2011, 5527 miles. 4450. Tel 01653 2009, 4000 miles. 3950. Tel

GSX-R750 628183. Slingsby, York. 7662152 07814 109522. Castle Donington.

2002, 13600 miles. 3700. Tel SPEED TRIPLE 1050 7677853
BONNEVILLEAMERICA2004,31496
07957 368674. Newbury. 7666512 2012, 30600 miles, Arrow cans, FZS1000 FAZER

miles.2500.Tel01794322734. R&G rad guard, LED indicators,
Hampshire.7676250 2001, 25273 miles. 1850. Tel
DAYTONA 675

R&G crash bungs, fly screen visor, TIGER 1050 07767 245239. Brough East

2010, 9065 miles. 4650. Tel FSH, MOT July 2017. 5250, Tel 2008, 36000 miles. 3500. Tel TROPHY 1200
Yorkshire. 7675561
M1800R INTRUDER 07909 828223. Bicester. 7676426 07572 594887, Billericay, 07770 804092. Glasgow. 7667481 2001, 43000 miles. 1395. Tel

2015, 2500 miles. 8495. Tel 07970 Essex. 7678493 07557 981880. Bournemouth.
844356. Warwickshire. 7675493 7678184
STREET TRIPLE 675
2009, 14000 miles. 3795. Tel

GSX-R750 07831 432100. Otley West Yorks.
BONNEVILLE AMERICA
2009, 17000 miles. 5500. Tel 7677909
07544 780889. Bridgend. 7676372 2010, 8350 miles, Very good
FZS600 FAZER
condition blue/white sissy bar DAYTONA 675 TIGER 1200 EXPLORER XC 1999, 28367 miles, Yamaha fzs600

screen panniers foot rests MOT to 2009, 5730 miles. 4250. Tel 2016, 4770 miles. 11000. Tel
RG500 SPEED TRIPLE 1050 in black good condition new battery

28th Feb 2017. . 4300, Tel 07989 341709. Epsom. 7677866

07876 333407. Portsmouth. TROPHY 900

2011, 13296 miles. 5999. Tel full mot givi luggage top box & side
1985, 4000 miles. 13500. Tel 07763888109, Halesowen,West 7676835
07469 141779. Oxford. 7668278 1999, 45698 miles. 1995. Tel boxes size. 1695, Tel 01306712297,
+4525213744. Denmark. 7678005 Midlands. 7678154
01483 550730. Woking. 7667827 Surrey. 7678604
STREET TRIPLE 675

VICTORY Find more than 2,300+

GSX-R750 2014, 8371 miles. 4500. Tel 07415
Yamahas for sale

2001, 37500 miles. 2250. Tel 477046. London. 7678137
online right now

07557 513823. Havant. 7667844 HAMMER2010,4150miles.8500.Tel
DAYTONA 675 07931503599.Strathaven.7676328 www.mcnbikesforsale.com

2009, 2100 miles. 4500. Tel 07920 TIGER 800
RV125 VAN VAN BONNEVILLE AMERICA SPEED TRIPLE 1050

144909. Feltham. 7678113 2012, 7235 miles. 5295. Tel 07967

2008, 33000 miles. 3800. Tel
2007, 3049 miles. 1600. Tel 01530
YAMAHA
2007, 733 miles. 3700. Tel 07746
355876. Erpingham. 7678149
274963. East Mids. 7678561 914994. Oldbury West Midlands.. 07526 076749. Ta93jn. 7676483
7676709
STREET TRIPLE 675
BONNEVILLEAMERICAWANTED

2008, 5700 miles. 3400. Tel 0871
GSX1250F FAL4 REALISTICPRICEPAIDFORLOW
559 1209. Manchester. 7670432
2014, 2527 miles, Excellent Sport MILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH MT-09

Tourer Easy handling smooth WAITING.WILLCOLLECT.FORDETAILS 2013, 9000 miles. 4600. Tel
CALLCHRISATVALUEBIKECENTRE DAYTONA 675 Find more than 1,200+ 07984 201047. Cambridge. 7676151
excellent for any long journey
SV1000S 01953857881 2011, 10086 miles. 6495. Tel
Triumphs for sale TIGER 800 XC
DELIGHT 125

pillion comfort. 5250, Tel SPEED TRIPLE 1050
2003, 32000 miles. 1800. Tel 07724 817448. Kidderminster. 2015, 3500 miles. 9500. Tel 07813
2014, 835 miles. 1250. Tel 07500

07854052521, Cornwall BONNEVILLESCRAMBLER 2009, 0 miles. 8495. Tel 07808 online right now
07850 052357. Newmarket. 7669696 092314. Bath. 7676497
UK. 7678141 WANTEDREALISTICPRICEPAIDFOR 542041. South London. 7674656 991778. Manchester. 7678611
7678439 www.mcnbikesforsale.com
LOWMILEAGEBIKE.WEHAVECASH
01953857881 MT-09
2014, 3183 miles, Excellent Torque
Find more than 1,200+ Muscle naked 3 modes of riding fun
Triumphs for sale DAYTONA 675 TIGER 800 XC excellent handling fsh r&g bungs
GSX1300R HAYABUSA SV1000S 2013, 10500 miles. 5999. Tel SPEED TRIPLE 955I STREET TRIPLE R 2016, 700 miles. 10300. Tel 0871 FAZER 8 city tank bag. 5200, Tel
online right now

2011, 7451 miles. 5950. Tel 07766 2003, 21800 miles. 2495. Tel 0871 07575 222557. Great Missenden. 1999, 37 miles. 1745. Tel 07971 2010, 10182 miles. 4400. Tel 987 2408. Winchester, Hants.. 2013, 34000 miles. 3950. Tel 07854052521, Cornwall
664532. Bournemouth. 7677990 231 6283. West Yorkshire. 7676413 www.mcnbikesforsale.com 7678508 417638. Glastonbury. 7676793 07984 753013. Dorset. 7678205 7676391 07530 890550. Essex. 7676498 UK. 7678139
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HASLAM TO
BOURNEMOUTH
KAWASAKI
Deal with Kawasaki UK places Haslam alongside
Mossey in Bournemouth Kawasaki squad
By Oli Rushby knowing what to expect from the
BSB REPORTER
bike, get the benefits from a full win-
ter testing programme and also have a
For 2017 Leon Haslam will join the structure I want around me this year
Bournemouth Kawasaki team after was tough, with a three rider team.
signing a deal with Kawasaki UK to 2016 was good for us, but Ive said all
remain in the MCE British Superbike along that theres a lot more to come.
Championship. Moving from the all-singing, all-
Despite coming close to beating dancing GBmoto team to the both qui-
Shane Byrne to the title this year, eter and smaller Bournemouth outfit
Haslam was left in a tricky situation isnt something that fazes Haslam, who
as his JG Speedfit GBmoto Kawasaki has had multiple sit-down meetings
team opted to pull the plug on their with team boss Pete Extance.
British Superbike effort at the end of Haslam said: Petes really enthusi-
the 2016 season. astic about it all, which is something I
Keen to keep Haslam on a ZX-10R like. They started off small and have just
after a strong year, Kawasaki UK put built up and up and up, so theyre re-
together a deal for him to sign directly ally excited about this next step. When
with them and be placed in a team of youve got a team boss who is like that
their choice, which MCN can now con- it rubs off and boosts everyone else in
firm is Pete Extances Bournemouth the team. You need that passion and
Kawasaki squad. excitement to succeed.
With Mark [Smith-Halvorsen] and Kawasaki UKs racing coordinator
GBmoto pulling out, I didnt actually Ross Burridge said: We came close to
have an option to stay with Kawasaki losing Leon to another manufacturer
as the end of the season approached, as, with the withdrawal of GBmoto,
Haslam explained. However, Kawasaki there wasnt really a Kawasaki option
UK decided to step in and offer me a for him, so we decided the best thing
contract, even though at that point we could do was to sign him up to be
they didnt have a team to put me in! employed by Kawasaki.
For them to have that much faith This year, he was the only rider
in me and want me on a Kawasaki that to take it to Shakey and I think if it
much for 2017 is humbling. Since the hadnt been his first year back in
original deal was signed, weve now BSB he could have been even
reached an agreement to ride with the closer or even won it. Nine
Bournemouth team. race wins is an awesome
After coming so close to the title this job and it shows what
year, Haslam told MCN back in Septem- hes capable of.
GOLD AND GOOSE
ber that staying with Kawasaki was his Bournemouth are a

main objective for 2017 as he felt theyd great team. For a small,
only just scratched the surface of the family-run team they
ZX-10Rs potential in BSB. do a fantastic job year Kawasaki were
GOLD AND GOOSE / DOUBLE RED
Staying on the same bike was key in year out. They are so keen to keep
CRUTCHLOW for me after this year. Its been a big

one! Coming back to BSB was a mas-
always there, theyve
had riders in the Show-
Haslam on a ZX-10R,
they signed him up
READY TO DEFY sive learning curve, Ive had to learn

a lot of tracks again and get used to a
down twice in the last
three years and do a great
directly
THE PAIN p66 bike without electronics.

In 2017, I can go into the season
job on the roads with James
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A DIFFERENT BALL GAME SECRET TEST

B
Bournemouth
Kawasaki
K
race team has come so far in just
seven years racing, he said.
at Donington
boss Pete Weve already achieved both While the deal with Bournemouth
Extance BSB and TT wins, but for 2017 its a is relatively fresh, Haslam has
says he is whole different ball game again as already ridden Luke Mosseys
prepared for weve been given the chance to not 2016 ZX-10R in a secret test at
the challenge only become the official Kawasaki Donington Park.
of fighting for Riding with plain black livery,
the MCE BSB he put in a handful of laps in the
tteam b becomes K
title as his
Kawasakis official
I dont think well lunch hour of a Donington trackday
despite iffy conditions.
presence in the series. ever get a better The bike was quite different
The outfit are no strangers to the to the ZX-10R Ive been riding this
British Superbike Championship, chance of winning year, he told MCN. There were
having won a race with fans lots of positives, we changed a few
favourite Chris Walker and put the BSB title things based on what Id learnt
both Dan Linfoot and Luke Mossey PETE EXTANCE riding the GBmoto bike, but the
in Showdown positions in the last main thing was just to get a feel
three years. team but to have Leon Haslam on for the bike so I could head into
However, Extance accepts taking our bike. the winter with no doubts. From
on the mantle of Kawasakis official On top of that, we have also those few laps we can decide what
team, with Haslam on board, puts re-signed Luke Mossey, a rider direction we want to go in order to
them in a whole different ball who I believe is the hottest young develop the bike for next year.
game for 2017. prospect in BSB in the Superbike
I need to pinch myself class since Alex Lowes. I dont
sometimes when I wake up as think we will ever get a better
its hard to believe our little chance of winning the British
Bournemouth Kawasaki dealership Superbike title.
Luke Mossey has high ambitions
Mossey: Its
time to fight
for the title
One of the most promising young
talents in the series, Luke Mossey
has his eyes set on fighting for
the MCE British Superbike title
in 2017 as he remains with the
Bournemouth team.
After securing a place in the top
six Showdown this year, Mossey
believes the next step for him is to
challenge for his first BSB crown.
Itll be my third year with
Bournemouth next year and were
going in off the back of a really
good season, he said. The aim
for us is to fight for the title. In
year one we fought for the Riders
Cup and this year our aim was to
make the top six, and we did both
of those, so the next step is to be
fighting at the front.
The first stage of that is to
aim for my first win, which is
something we wanted to achieve
this year but for one reason or
another it didnt happen. BSB is
so hard and competitive now,
everything needs to be in the right
place at the right time.
The 24-year-old is excited by the
prospect of having Leon Haslam in
the garage with him next year, and
is hoping he can learn from having
a more experienced team-mate.
Itll be nice to have Leon in the
garage, hopefully we can get some
good feedback from each other,
especially in testing.
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IN HIS OWN
WORDS
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record, retirement plans
and the perils of MotoGP
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BUYING &
back in with a satellite team, Honda is - is hard. I really enjoy travelling the feel that opportunity never really came
GORDON RITC
CHIE coming with a new bike, Yamaha will
come with more factory involvement
world with the kids, but there is going
to be a time where that is not so pos-
when I was at Honda all those years
ago. I dont think it is going to come EXPERT OPINION
WSB REPORTER and two very good riders. The cham- sible. Its a tough question, because I now just because we are doing well in SHANE BYRNE
FIVE TIMES BSB CHAMPION
pionship could be at an all-time high feel I am right in my prime now and I Superbike. In reality, when you stand
from the competition side. We have to have some more good years left at the back, I understand that MotoGP is the
I KNEW HE
Jonathan Rea has just become the first be realistic and also respect the com- top. If there are some other interesting pinnacle, but from a human perspective
winner of consecutive World Superbike petitors before everything can fall our projects coming my way, then we will I enjoy winning and Superbike creates
Championships since Carl Fogarty in way. I am determined to be there and, see. But right now I am in the middle of that opportunity. Also, while this is my
WAS THE
1999. In doing what other legendary while it is realistic to target the record, a four year commitment at Kawasaki dream, and I love racing motorbikes,
Superbike figures have missed out on, it is not a foregone conclusion. We have and Im not really thinking about life it is a huge sacrifice as well. You have
he has already become a great. to be clever and try to forget about what after that. to be rewarded for your efforts and in
A few more seasons like this and he
could become the greatest ever.
He spoke to MCN exclusively about
his 2016 season how he got there and
we have done in the past and look to
next year as a new year.
MCN: What is the long-term plan

MCN: What about MotoGP? Has
that ship sailed?
JR: That ship sailed a long time ago,
Superbike I get rewarded in finan-
cial terms a lot more than I would in
MotoGP, outside a factory team. That is
also important. I feel valued in World
REAL DEAL
where hes going next. for your career now? I think. At 29, and with another two Superbike and, for me, there is no rea- While I was in MotoGP I always kept
JR: I think it is everybodys ambition years at Kawasaki, I do not have a burn- son to move because I am happy. Im in the loop with BSB and I remember
MCN: Why has it been so difficult to retire at the top, but I am not sure ing desire to go there on uncompetitive winning, Im financially secure, and it seeing once that some kid called
for anyone since Foggy to defend where my career is going to take me. machinery. I think the boat has sailed is a lot less stress on family life having Jonathan Rea had put it on pole at
the championship? What I do know is that the next two on me getting a factory ride, for sure. I a 13-round championship rather than Mondello Park. I thought who the
JR: Im not exactly sure, but I think years are at Kawasaki. I think that an 18-round one. The Superbike life is hell is this kid, and how is he getting
the modern ethos is that manufactur- when that contract completes, that will the one for me. BSB poles already?.
ers are bringing out new models, but
not coinciding with each other. This
be the pivotal point for me, because it
could give me the chance to bow out
When my contract MCN: People think you hung on
A couple of years later, when Id
come back to BSB, Jonathan and I
year, Kawasaki brought one out and of the sport. I have given everything I is up it could give with Honda for so long just to had a great battle at Mondello. He
next season there are more new mod- have to being competitive, since I was get that MotoGP chance. So do was on the HM Plant Honda and I
els from other manufacturers. It just six years old, on a 50cc motocross bike. me the chance to you not feel resentful about not was on the Stobart bike, he beat me
getting it?
makes different teams competitive at
different times. If you have one strong
I have been winning races from then
and that sacrifice of a normal life - to be
bow out JR: No, Im not resentful. I cant be
to take his first ever BSB win and I
manufacturer in prototype racing, that almost robotic and be selfish at times JONATHAN REA resentful, because if I had not gone
is devoting everything to it, they tend through the Honda motions I would not You could liken
to be the cream of the crop for years. have been prepared for this opportunity
Here, in a production-based series, it that came my way with Kawasaki. I feel him to Marquez,
is a little bit different. that prepared me in the best possible
way. Right now, I am sure I am one of
he always rides
MCN: Can you go for three
championships in a row now?
the happiest guys in the motorcycling
world in any championship. I cannot
his heart out
JR: I am not thinking about it as three be resentful. It has taught me a lot of remember turning to him on the
in a row. I am trying to divide it up and lessons. Especially that in that world podium and saying thats the first
target another championship win. I (MotoGP) there are a lot of people who of many kid. Wed had so many good
think it is a realistic target, because I am are... how can I say this? It is a lot more battles, I knew he was the real deal!
with one of the strongest manufactur- political and I did not quite understand He spent a lot of years with Honda
ers in WSB. We have a very fresh bike that until I was on the receiving end and a lot of people had written the
and we understand where our main of your face not fitting - for political bike off but there were times where
difficulties are. I feel like I am riding reasons and not for ability reasons. Jonathan made it dance. He then
probably in my prime right now and Once I understood that, I realised that went to Kawasaki and absolutely
there is no reason why we cant. But, there were certain people there who bossed it, even though the rules had
like always, I just want to approach it were very two-faced. It is quite easy changed and in theory wouldnt suit
like a new season and not have that to accept and not be bitter about it. I the Kawasaki as well.
added pressure of a new record, or do not hold any grudges. Of course, it This year things were even
going back-to-back again. would have been nice to understand tougher but he pulled it off. You
how far in that world I could have gone, could liken him to Marquez, some-
MCN: What about Foggys record but I didnt go and I have no regrets. If one who has always ridden his heart
of four championships? I wasnt happy with that then I could out, sometimes almost over the limit
JR: It is a very realistic target, but, in Rea says that when understand going to bed each night but this year, even though there have
saying that, my rivals this season have his contract is up in with that chip on the shoulder. I have been races that were really difficult,
been very strong. We have seen full fac- 2018, he may walk accepted the hand I have been dealt he settled for a second or third and
tory efforts from Kawasaki and Ducati away from racing and I am running with it and enjoying ultimately become champion.
but next year Aprilia will be coming every moment of it.
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66 SPORT MOTOGP | VALENCIA PREVIEW
THE PAIN IN SPAIN

CRUTCHLOW
BATTLING
THROUGH
THE PAIN
A broken hand, a smashed foot and
a battered back but Cal wants to
finish his stellar season on a high
GOLD AND GGOSE
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BUYING &
Who can be winner number ten?

2016 has been a record-breaking Bradley
season for MotoGP, seeing an Smith
incredible nine winners take Best result at
race honours in this years Valencia: 6th
championship already. But, Best result of
SIMON PATTERSON with one round left in this years 2016: 7th
PREVIEW season, is there a chance for a Recovering from
MOTOGP REPORTER stunning tenth winner? injuries that threatened to end his
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With all but one of the factory season prematurely, Smith came
Hondas, Yamahas and Suzukis away from Malaysia frustrated
Double MotoGP race winner Cal taking wins already this year with his 14th-place result.
Crutchlow is set to battle through (the Suzuki of Aleix Espargar), While he might be an unlikely
the pain barrier this weekend, at itll take something special this candidate for success given a
the final round of the 2016 season weekend if were going to see rocky start to the 2016 season, his
in Valencia, after a series of nasty a tenth winner but if theres incredible ride to second place
crashes last time out in Malaysia left one thing that 2016 has already at Misano last year is proof that
him battered and bruised. shown, its that anything can and anything can happen in topsy-
In fact, Crutchlow has been left in will happen turvy flag-to-flag races.
even worse shape than he initially
expected, after being diagnosed with Cal only found out his foot was badly broken once hed got home to the Isle of Man
a broken bone in his hand following a Danilo Aleix
crash during Saturday mornings free low suffered a host of other injuries Petrucci Espargar
practice session at the Sepang circuit. during the Malaysian race weekend. Best result at Best result at
Speaking exclusively to MCN this The ball of He admitted that hed also potentially Valencia: 8th Valencia: 7th
week, ahead of flying out to Spain for suffered a concussion during the race
the final round, the LCR Honda rider
my foot is in crash as well, after landing face-first
Best result of
2016: 7th
Best result of
2016: 4th
admitted hed discovered even more
injuries when he returned home to the
three pieces its from a vicious highside.
I had a headache for a few days
A veritable wet-
weather specialist, the Italian has
The only one of
the established factory bikes not
Isle of Man including a broken foot. totally smashed too. I wasnt knocked out, but I was already proven this year that he to have won a race this year, Aleix
My foots not too bad, but it is dazed I even came back to the wrong can run at the front in the wet, is under some pressure to fix that
CAL CRUTCHLOW
f***ing sore! When the Malaysian doc- pit garage, because I wasnt really leading the German race and before he switches to Aprilia. Marc
tors x-rayed it they said, No break, because that area always get infected with it. I had some checks on that making inroads on the lead at Marquezs tip as the most likely
not a problem. But on the flight home when you operate on it, and itll heal too though, and they recommended Assen until a mechanical problem tenth race winner, conditions will
it was killing me, even with it elevated just as fast without surgery. I also use the hyperbaric chamber to robbed him. Extremely capable need to be just right for the Suzuki
when I took my sock off it was black He told me to go out cycling on it help that out too. of pulling off a surprise if the GSX-RR, with cooler temperatures
and swollen. but to just take it easy, and thats what My back was fine at the time but heavens open. and dry conditions a must.
I went to get it x-rayed when I Ive been doing along with using its killing me now, so I need to get
got back to the Isle of Man, with the the hyperbaric chamber. I couldnt that looked at and checked too. My
surgeon whos just replaced David stand up on the pedals for the first wrist was fine until it got cold, then it Pol Scott
Knights hip. When he took a look, three days while cycling, but for the started to hurt too. Im a bit battered Espargar Redding
he found that the ball of my foot is in last three days I have been able to so and bruised, but Ill be OK. Best result at Best result at
three pieces its totally smashed. He its getting back to normal. But while the 31-year-old might Valencia: 6th Valencia: 10th
didnt want to operate on it though, Along with the broken foot, Crutch- be beaten up ahead of this weekends Best result of Best result of
final race of the season, he says that 2016: 4th 2016: 3rd
its not going to change his game The younger Pramac Ducati
plan even if it is going to be a tough of the two Espargar brothers rider Redding has shown this
weekend for him. hasnt yet stood on a MotoGP season that if conditions are
It doesnt change any plans were podium in his career. However, tricky he has the pace to run at
still going to go out, go as hard as Pol has reached the podium at the front and the possibility
possible, and see what happens. Its Valencia twice as a 125GP rider, of rain at the mid-November
a tough weekend because everyone while working his way up through race could play into his hands.
wants to win, and the Spanish are the junior ranks of the MotoGP Acknowledged by some of his
so fast there. I dont know why, but championship. Add to that a very rivals as one of MotoGPs best
it seems theyre able to turn it on strong season on the Monster wet-weather racers, a win would
there, and no one else has really had Yamaha Tech 3 machine, and the also reignite his hopes of beating
too many good results there over possibility of Pol being in the right team-mate Danilo Petrucci for
the years. place at the right time, and you the opportunity to ride a factory
I really want to beat Dovizioso never know Ducati GP17 machine next season.
though, to get that fifth place in the
championship, but its going to take
some luck on our side to do that after
I crashed out last time. But the last
half of the season has gone well, both
in the wet and the dry. We can take
something from that and hope it rolls
Crashes in practice, qualifying and the race at Sepang have left Cal battered forward into next year.
If you were feeling

Will Scott Redding
as smashed up as
be the 10th MotoGP
Cal, youd want to be
winner this year?
excused for looking
pretty fed up too
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