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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.

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.

To celebrate Italy's 2006 FIFA World Cup victory back on July 9, 2006 the President of MV Agusta, Claudio Castiglioni, has honoured his commitment to supply each of the players with a limited edition Brutale 910 R "ITALIA" and the limited production run of 100 units worldwide is complete with a rare total of 3 units just arrived into Australia.

When it comes to classic style and performance, you automatically think of a great Italian brand. Ducati of course is the brand and the Ducati Monster 900 is such a bike.

Since the introduction of the first generation model in 1998, the R1 has consistently exceeded the expectations of supersport riders all over the world.

Yamaha has increased its already comprehensive cruiser line-up with the addition of a new liquid cooled 1300cc V-Star. The XVS1300A creatively mixes modern and classic styling for a sportier, hot rod inspired ride bursting with 80 cubic inches of awesome new V-twin pulse.

"The Hayabusa was originally launched as the world's ultimate performance motorcycle and, since its arrival in Australia in 1999

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Honda Australia Rider Training (HART) is expanding upon their state based training programs in 2007 with the Gold Coast City Council (GCCC) and a program that aims to improve the 'real-world' riding skills of local motorcyclists.