Articles by Mike Ryan

Yamaha has released its 2007 model naked and faired FZ6s, with many refinements aimed to improve the performance and styling of these middle- weight sports bikes.

Introducing a partner to motorcycling, as a pillion passenger, can be a real joy. However, it's important to remember the pillion is never a 'passive' passenger.

Following on from Nicky Hayden's 2006 MotoGP Championship win, Honda is pleased to announce that a very limited number of Repsol replica colour scheme Fireblades will be released into the Australian market.

The versatile, CRF250X off-roader debuted in 2004 much to the delight of its legion of fans who fully appreciate a lightweight machine that offers tractable power as well as superb handling.

Thanks to its world class suspension and componentry, this version is for those riders who demand the ultimate in sports performance.

One of the world's most anticipated bikes - the amazing new Ducati Hypermotard - was unveiled at the Phillip Island World Superbike Expo.

Australian motorcycle racing fans have a new hero. Casey Stoner made a perfect start with the Ducati Marlboro Team at Qatar, riding to a magnificent season opening victory aboard his Desmosedici GP7.

With its perfectly proportioned, evocative silhouette the Thruxton is a truly beautiful machine. It captures the very essence of the cafe racer look - the shorty style front mudguard, rakish clip-on handlebars, distinctive seat hump and Spartan elegance - and matches it to exhilarating performance. The Thruxton fires the imagination of many of today's younger riders who seek a distinctive and involving bike, where the classic style of the sixties mixes seamlessly with a modern attitude.

This pairing of authenticity with contemporary has led the Bonneville to become an icon in its own right. World famous (and quintessentially British) designer Paul Smith has personally designed a signature series of 'Bonnies', with accessories to match. Triumph's own sixty8 range, which includes hand crafted laptop bags, iPod holders and a series of unique custom painted tank covers, further enhances the Bonn-eville's status not only as a motorcycle but also as a cool style statement.

Based around the legendary Bonneville, the America builds on a fantastic package and in 2007 benefits from a cubic capacity hike from 790cc to 865cc. The basic architecture of the America's air-cooled DOHC eight-valve twin-cylinder engine is as the Bonnie but a 270' firing interval - rather than 360' - gives a loping exhaust note and mellow power delivery that's now even bigger on easy going drive and equally as heavy with character. Peak power of 55PS is delivered at 6750rpm with peak torque of 69Nm arriving at 4800rpm.

The Rocket III Classic is a true cruising motorcycle, and one firmly focused on rider and pillion comfort.

The 675 Daytona is an exciting sports bike that owners will never tire of riding.