Yamaha did a major revamp for their class leading MT07 where a lot of things have been revised from top to bottom. The upgrade to Euro 5 Yamaha has used to improve some areas such as tyres which weren’t its strong point. This is Yamaha’s third generation of the MT07 the new styling is futuristic and we can say that everything has been improved all round without loosing any of its original character.

Featured about is the revised for 2017 KTM 1290 Superduke R. Tweaks inc more power, better suspension, styling revisions but the best is the new electronics Rider aids are more refined overall.

The Bandit 650 now deleted a decade ago is still a firm favourite amongst urban hacks and first time riders. It represents the bare bones of biking and is superb value as a used example. Its simple, straight forward, no hassle biking.

The Honda CTX’s styling is unconventional and brave and brings a serious Japanese alternative to the likes of Victory and Harley. The V4 motor derived from the ST1300 Pan European lump is effortless. Also included as standard are panniers, combined ABS & TC and two speaker audio system.

The BMW R1200RT now features a partial water-cooling system which has made it a even better tourer. Dont look looks deceive you, despite being a large machine the BMW remains light and maneuverable and the addition of power modes and the advanced electronics have brought it into the 21st century. Electronics feature gear shift assist and hill start which are great.

Some say the 1098 was the bike everyone has been longing for since the 916 and in every sense this is true, It is a proper Ducati top to bottom. One of last analogue Twins in a world now full of electronics the pure emotion you feel when riding the 1098 is priceless.

Kawasaki’s 2009 ZX6R was a massive step over the previous generation with its big piston front forks make the suspension feel next level for the 600cc category. Just like its big brother the 2008 ZX10R the ZX6R 2009 was the most powerful in its class for that generation.

For 2018 Honda finally went for a major revision of the CB thou. In its current carnation Honda decided to think outside the box and have created a bike that isn’t super naked or glory or full old-school. What they have created is an awesome road machine. Suspension wise we have Showa all round create a light weight, super accurate feel. Although the motor hasnt changed it has been improved with redline increased to 11.5k, power increased by 12 BHP to 143, and mid range grunt improved noticeably between 6-8k. As a package this creates a bike thats calm at low speeds but still barrels of fun at the top end which can still pull wheelies when asked. On top of the electronics we see become more and more standard Honda has also included a user mode which allows you to adjust power and ABS to suit your style creating a machine that compliments you rather then hinders you.