Articles by Mike Ryan

At the new all rounder's heart is the 1050cc, fuel-injected, three-cylinder engine that's already been so well received in both Sprint ST and Speed Triple guise. Peak power of 115 horsepower is delivered at 9400rpm, with 100Nm of torque at 6250rpm. The bike also has fully adjustable USD forks, and radial brakes.

It's a sports bike that covers distance in absolute comfort, a touring bike that carves corners effortlessly, with a truly usable mix of poise, power and all round practicality.

Triumph has not rested on the success of the Speedmaster however and, for 2007, a whole host of detail improvements have made the bike even more special.

The gnarly character of the inline triple is intrinsic to the Speed Triple's brutish charm. Its primal 1050cc, DOHC, fuel injected, three-cylinder engine pumps out a great surge of bottom end torque, followed by a massive mid-range punch and impressive level of overall power. Delivering that power to the rear wheel is a slick shifting six-speed gearbox. Crisp edged engine cases and covers enhance the engine's look, as does the absence of exterior hoses. Peak power is 132PS @ 9250rpm while peak torque of 105Nm arrives at 7550rpm.

Australian motorcycle sales have hit all-time highs as increasing numbers of commuters and lifestyle enthusiasts turn to two wheels.

Once again the three-valve per cylinder engine powers the famous ST range for 2007, represented by the ST3 and partnered by the ST3 S ABS, the flagship of the family.

The Malboro factory Ducati squad headed to the Dolomite mountains - Madonna di Campiglio, to be precise - in mid-January to launch the new 800cc Desmosedici GP7 MotoGP bike.

Ducati has always believed in the 'naked' bike concept. Indeed, it represents a sector not only first created by the Italian company, but an area where they continue to produce innovative, exciting and original ideas, setting trends that others follow.

The Ducati Multistrada introduces a new generation of sport bikes, capable of excelling on every road, with amazing sports performance, outstanding comfort and everyday use versatility.

By the time you read this, the first Australian-delivery Ducati 1098s will be in the hands of eager Ducatisti who pre-ordered the Superbike that many are lauding as the most desirable big Ducati since the awesome 916.

Whether you're planning on hitting the racetrack or just the boulevards, Dainese have got two new gloves to suit.

On December 19, 1996 the BMW Boxer two-valve era came to an end.