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Last month, Warwick Schuberg introduced us to some of the hazards encountered in Winter and wet weather riding.

One of the most famous names in the BSA story is Gold Star, a title which first appeared in 1938 and finally died in 1963.

Cruisers are one of the most exciting segments in the motorcycle world.

By any contemporary standard, when you think Cruiser, you think firstly of Harley-Davidson.

Following the demise of its arch rival, Indian Motorcycles, Harley-Davidson found itself under fresh attack from British and Japanese Cruiser models in the early 1950s. A trend which remains unabated today!

In some parts of Australia, the problems - or drawbacks - of riding in winter are enough to make many owners put their motorcycles away for a few months! Winter riding can throw up challenges, even for experienced riders, and should be approached with caution.

The latest addition to the Australian Cruiser offerings is this impressive looking model - The Swinger - from Sucker Punch Sallys.

Suzuki is making sports touring storage simple by throwing in a free Givi Top Case with every new Suzuki Bandit or GSX1400 purchased before the end of June. Customers who purchase and take delivery of a new Bandit 1250, Bandit 1250 ABS, Bandit 1250S, Bandit 1250S ABS or GSX1400/Z from Suzuki's class-leading sports touring range between 1 April and 30 June 2009, inclusive, will receive the bonus Givi Top Case.

Germany may have a reputation for outstanding build quality and long distance touring bikes, but when German motor cyclists look for a well built bike designed to do the miles, it's Triumph that makes the bike of their choice.

2008 saw a new American Motorcycle launched in Australia.

Haga and Spies split the wins in SBK opener!

Part of Suzuki's sports touring range, 2009 models of the popular LAMS-approved GS500F and GS500 are now available.

With the depth of talent in Australian Road Racing continuing to grow, the Australian 125 GP Production class provides junior riders in particular with an excellent stepping stone in to the Superstock, Supersport and even Superbike classes.

Honda is on a roll with its super successful CBR1000RR Fireblade sportsbike.

BMW's S 1000 RR superbike has rolled off the production line in Berlin.The series production BMW S 1000 RR is a completely new motorcycle for BMW Motorrad with a compact and light 999cc in-line 4-cylinder engine.

Real world performance hits the streets with the BMW K 1300 Series

If you are looking for a dirt bike but don't want to part with big dollars the new MCF450-R from Down Under Dirt Bike Sales must be considered.

The new 2009 YFZ450R story starts with a new, massively rigid but very lightweight cast aluminium and steel hybrid chassis.

Australian motorcycle expo The Gold Coast was the place to be in February for Queensland's Australian Motorcycle Expo. Just Bikes was there and we had a great time, and enjoyed meeting so many motorcycle fans... and thanks for all the comp-liments about our mag - they are appreciated.

World Superbike rookie Ben Spies proved to be an unstoppable combination with the new 2009 YZF-R1.

Triumph's Daytona 675 has been revised and updated for the 2009 season with a host of modifications to improve the bike's handling and performance.

The 2009 model of new Australasian Supercross Champion Chad Reed's weapon of choice, the Suzuki RM-Z450, is now available in Australia.

Low maintenance, durable, lightweight and rugged, the 2009 Suzukis offer the ultimate versatility for all kinds of riding and are built to suit Australian conditions.

The 2009 Suzuki DR-Z125L is a great introduction to off-road trail riding fun.