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Milan show: BMW updates the K 1600 GTL tourer
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BMW has updated its big tourer, the K 1600 GTL, to meet the new Euro 4 emissions requirements. The six-cylinder mile-muncher has a maximum power output of 160bhp and 175Nm of torque. The bike comes standard with ABS Pro, Dynamic Traction Control DTC, xenon headlamp, grip and seat heating, multi-controller, three riding modes, cruise control…
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Milan show: BMW revises the F 800 R and F 800 GT
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BMW has revised the F 800 R roadster and the sports touring bike F800 GT. The water-cooled two-cylinder in-line engine with a capacity of 798cc remains unchanged, with an output of 90bhp at 8,000rpm. While the sporty roadster F800R has a chain as secondary drive, the F800GT has a toothed belt, geared towards lengthier motorcycle…
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Milan show: Suzuki updates Burgman 400 for 2017
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Suzuki has revamped the Burgman 400 with a range of performance, comfort and styling updates. In terms of styling, the new model gets LED lights, and a sharper sporty new coupe-like design. Comfort is increased with a 20mm thicker seat, cut-away footboards and multi-function instrumentation. Enhancements to performance include a new 15-inch front wheel, ABS,…
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Milan show: Suzuki pulls the covers off the new GSX-S125
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Suzuki GSX-S125 If you are looking for a 125cc street bike, Suzuki has an interesting new offering: the GSX-S125. Suzuki claims that the new GSX-S125 has the best power-to-weight ratio and acceleration in the 125cc street sport class. The bike features advanced fuel injection system, large-capacity air cleaner box, and high-performance exhaust system. There’s also…
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Milan show: Suzuki V-Strom 250 lands in Europe
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Suzuki V-Strom 250/ABS We have seen the spy shots and the launch photos from Asia, but now the much-anticipated V-Strom 250 has finally landed in Europe. The small-capacity Adventurer shares its engine with the new GSX250R, with the top power figure at 24.7bhp @ 8,000rpm and torque at 17.21lb-ft @ 6,500rpm. It has 53.5 x…
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Milan show: Suzuki’s new GSX250R revealed
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Suzuki has just revealed its new small-capacity sportsbike, the GSX250R. The new 248cc parallel-twin engine that powers the GSX250R/ABS offers the best fuel economy in its class according to Suzuki. The 4-valve motor makes 24.7bhp @ 8,000rpm and belches out 17.21lb-ft @ 6,500rpm. It has 53.5 x 55.2 bore and stroke with a compression of…
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Motorcycle Live! Brilliant British machinery showcased at the NEC: Nov 19 – 27
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Motorcycle Live! Brilliant British machinery showcased at the NEC: Nov 19 – 27. Motorcycle Live, the UK’s biggest bike show, houses two separate displays of the country’s most stunning two-wheeled machinery – one featuring pristine classic metal spanning three centuries and the other showcasing unique, hand-crafted models from Britain’s most talented bike builders. The Classic…
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Milan show: meet the 2017 Honda X-Adv crossover motorcycle
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Honda already confirmed that the X-Adv bike would be a production model this summer, but now we have the finished product to share with you. The bike is what Honda calls a crossover motorcycle, positioned somewhere between a bike and a scooter. Or as Honda puts it: “The Honda X-ADV mixes SUV style and off-road…
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Milan show: Honda shows the updated CBR650F and CB650F
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Honda’s four-cylinder middleweight CBR650F and CB650F gain 3kW peak power (now 67kW/11,000rpm), a Showa Dual Bending Valve front fork, revised Nissin brake calipers and new free-breathing exhaust. Shorter gear ratios should help acceleration through the mid-range. Honda also promises that the updated bikes provide a thrilling soundtrack from down low, growing to a fast-spinning howl…
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Milan show: Honda’s mini-Africa Twin, CRF250 Rally unveiled
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We have brought you news about the development of this bike for a while now with various patents revealing parts of it, but here it finally is in all its glory: the new CRF250 Rally (or mini-Africa Twin, if you prefer). The 250cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder DOHC engine delivers peak power of 18.2kW at 8,500rpm with…
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