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The legendary Suzuki GSX-R1000 K5

The fifth-generation GSX-R1000 was released for the 2005 model year. As well as a redesigned chassis, the K5 had a new four-cylinder engine of 999cc with bore and…
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Yamaha YZF-R3

Our long-term Yamaha YZF-R3 racebike went into the opening round of the 2017 R3 Cup series at Wakefield Park, Goulburn, looking almost as good as new following our…
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Building the AMCN / YMA / Pirelli YZF-R3 racer

I’m sure there are people out there who crave the thrill of bike racing. The types who dream about it, and picture in their mind what it will be like…
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Compare 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale and 1997 Ducati 916

Ducati’s 916 and the equally tantalising 1299 Panigale are two of the most beautiful superbikes to emerge from Bologna, Italy 2015 Ducati 1299 Panigale The Panigale revolutionised…
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Long term – KTM RC390

I’m a fool for racing, I think this is fairly clear. So it surprised nobody when I suggested our very-long-term KTM RC390 ought to see some track action. And the…