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\nWhen Benelli announced their 750cc 'Sei' model in 1972, it was significant in that it was the first production motorcycle to feature a six-cylinder engine. Six-bangers had been around before then, but were limited to exotic factory race machines. Benelli's production six-cylinder model was seen as their roadbike challenger to the all-conquering four-cylinder machines from Japan.

Scooter owners and riders from across Melbourne and beyond are urged to take part in the VACC Safe Routes Scooter Rally this February 19.

Most fans of British motorcycles will know that AJS started in 1909. However, before then, the Stevens brothers had been involved in various other elements of the motorcycle industry, including a brand that bore their name - sort of - in the form of the 'Wearwell-Stevens'.

After a lot of manufacturers jumped on the supermotard bandwagon at the dawn of the new millennium, the category has arguably fallen from favour in the past few years, but Suzuki are still flying the motard flag in their lineup, and brought out a newly-styled version of their dedicated DR-Z 400SM supermotard model in 2010.

Honda's 2010 release of the automatic gearbox-equipped VFR1200 wasn't the first tourer from the big red wing to have a clutchless transmission. More than 35 years ago, Honda released the 'CB 750A', a variant of the immensely popular CB 750. It was hoped the 750A would expand the market for Honda's four cylinder road bike. However, it didn't quite work out that way.

There is no denying some of the most desirable motorcycles in the world are Italian in origin. Headlining the desirability stakes are Ducati and the performance F-Series of MV Agusta.

Combine motocross, enduro and trials, add a dash of supercross thrills and spills and some of Australia's best riders and what do you get? ENDURO-X, that's what! Melbourne's Broadmeadows Motocross Park hosted the first ever Australian Enduro-X event on February 4, and the local debut of this unique form of competition was declared a success by all involved.

Developed as a crossover model between a supermoto and a naked bike, Husqvarna doesn't feel the Nuda can be shoehorned into any specific category.

Old motorcycles of any type are becoming increasingly hard to come by these days, even more so in original, unrestored condition. The recently auctioned collection of Lee Roy Hartung was notable in that every motorcycle was unrestored.

Regular JUST BIKES advertisers, Campbell Classic Motorcycles, love all things early Honda - so much so that they've made a business out of it! After being long-time owners and restorers of classic Jap iron, the chance discovery of the "ultimate barn find" of vintage Honda CB72s and other early bikes led Colin Campbell and his son Jake to create the business that bears their name. Of that barn-find hoard, one particular example was recently selected by a customer to receive the full Campbell resto treatment, as Jake Campbell explained.

By the early 1930s, Phelon & Moore Ltd had established themselves as one of the better marques from Britain's golden age of motorcycling. Not as widespread as BSA or Triumph, nor as exclusive as a Brough Superior, the niche that P&M, better known as 'Panther', carved for themselves was in the area of sidecars. The big 600cc Panther singles were already popular sidecar haulers before the addition of a number of changes came in with the 1935 models.

Following on from the immensely popular '916', which changed little in appearance during almost a decade on the market, Ducati released the '999' in 2003.

\nThe new CRF250F motocross features a revamped engine and revised suspension settings. It has a wider powerband and additional low-end and mid-range torque among other upgrades for 2012.

Triumph has joined forces with the estate of Hollywood icon Steve McQueen to create a limited edition motorcycle that pays tribute to the late actor's love of the British brand's products.

CFMoto are set to relaunch their RT 150 scooter, with the revised model to hit showrooms in March. The RT runs a 152.7cc 4-valve, 4-stroke single, liquid cooling and electric start. Transmission is CVT twist & go automatic.

Brand new for 2012 is the Tiger Explorer, a flagship model for Triumph's Adventure range.

\nThe 2012 BMW supersport S1000 RR has been visually updated and has received a host of technical improvements, with improved handling and modified suspension geometry necessitating modifications to the main frame.

Amongst the hundreds of classics, restos, racers and late model motorcycles consigned for the MidAmerica Auctions 21st Annual Las Vegas Auction was this unique beast. Completely custom built, this machine is based around a 1948 Lincoln Zephyr V12 engine.

Team Australia has easily retained the 'International Challenge' team event trophy at the 2012 Island Classic historic meeting held this past weekend (January 27-29) at Phillip Island. Leading the way for Team Australia were Steve Martin and Shawn Giles, who won three of the four International Challenge races between them.

Vespas are the ultimate classic scooter, offering practicality and inner-urban cool that virtually every manufacturer since has tried to copy. At Shannons Sydney Summer Classic auction this February 20, two examples of the iconic Italian commuter will be offered for sale at No Reserve.

The BMW G 650 GS Sert__o, the successor to previous tough, go-anywhere single cylinder Adventure models, will arrive in Australia with a starting price of $12,700. In distinctive Aura White / Arroyo Blue, the G 650 GS Sert__o will be delivered with high windshield, engine guard, hand protectors, enlarged front mudguard, rear rack, heated grips and power socket as standard equipment. ABS brakes (switchable) can be optioned for $650 as can Anti Theft Alarm System for $505.

Kawasaki claims its new flagship super sports Ninja-14R is the fastest accelerating motorcycle in the world. Boasting the most powerful production motorcycle engine ever, plus a host of technological enhancements like 3 Mode KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control), selectable Power Modes and optimized ABS settings, the 2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R stakes its claim as the King of all sports bikes.

The 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 is a perfect fit for riders seeking a multipurpose machine as capable on the streets as it is on outback roads, with this go-anywhere adventure tourer offering extreme versatility to suit the Australian terrain and lifestyle.

Suzuki's most powerful cruiser ever, the 2012 Boulevard M109RZ combines smooth lines, big bore performance and leading edge technology with a standout metallic colour scheme. With the largest engine pistons of any production bike, the Boulevard M109RZ gives its riders all the power they need, whenever they need it.