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LAUNCH RIDE: First impressions of Moto Guzzi’s new V85 range
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Last month, we got the chance to head out for a brief blast on the three updated middleweight adventure bikes from the Italian firm – but we weren’t allowed to tell you about it until now. Here’s what you need to know about the latest version of Moto Guzzi’s much-loved V85 TT and TT Travel,…
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Honda Transalp XL750
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Ross has just stopped for lunch and has some first thoughts on the new middleweight adventure bike from Honda. “It’s been a great start to the day with the new Transalp. The 755cc liquid cooled 4 stroke parallel twin ripped straight from the new Hornet is the highlight so far. With 90bhp and 55 lb…
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LAUNCH RIDE: First impressions Suzuki V-Strom 1050
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We’ve spent the morning getting acquainted with Suzuki’s updated adventure bike. The conditions have been a bit sketchy, so we haven’t had a proper chance to push its limits – but we’ve still found plenty to like about it. The motor is largely unchanged and it’s as lovely as ever. The newly added quickshifter is…
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FIRST IMPRESSIONS: Aprilia 660 Tuareg
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After a variety of flights taking us from London to the Mediterranean island of Sardinia, we’ve had chance to throw a leg over Aprilia’s new midrange adventure bike, the 660 Tuareg. WORDS: Dave Manning PHOTOGRAPHY: Aprilia While we’re still damp from the torrential showers during the test, we’ll put together some words for a brief…
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LAUNCH RIDE: Ducati Multistrada V4S for 2021
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The 168bhp Ducati Multistrada V4 mixes superbike power with real-world performance and latest electronic riders aids. This is high speed adventure touring on a new, advanced scale.
