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The Honda Fireblade rocked the Superbike world when Honda introduced it 30 years ago. And now it’s time to crack open some champagne. For 2022, Honda is producing a special anniversary version of the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP , with special graphics. But there’s way, way more than that. Honda have reshaped the engine’s intake ports for higher mixture velocity and to boost midrange performance. A new throttle-return spring increases throttle linearity. Fine tuning Honda HSTC calibration with data from our World Superbike racers makes it even more seamless, and Honda have also made the quick-shift mechanism even quicker, for fewer engine-speed fluctuations. Finally, the front brakes feature new piston materials and surface treatment for better braking under load. All in all, the most awe-inspiring sportbike in Honda lineup is even better this year.  30th ANNIVERSARY EDITION Honda is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Fireblade this year, and have designed a special graphics pack...

The Yamaha YZF-R1 or simply R1 is a 1,000 cc class sports motorcycle made by Yamaha. It was first released in 1998 and the latest significant updates were made in 2015. A higher-spec model is also produced called Yamaha YZF-R1M or R1M , and is differentiated from the standard R1 model by having more expensive components such as electronic semi-active Öhlins suspension, carbon fiber bodywork, Yamaha's Communication Control Unit, and Yamaha’s GPS data-logging system. The Yamaha YZF-R1M features beautifully integrated bodywork and sleek, stylish lines which create an unmistakably aggressive, aerodynamic profile. R1M riders are treated to even higher levels of fit and finish thanks to full carbon-fiber bodywork, including a carbon windscreen fairing, side fairings, front fender and tail section, matched to a polished aluminum swingarm and topped with a unique serial-numbered YZF-R1M badge on top of the airbox cover. A new-for-2022 styling update further accentuates the premium c...

Yamaha MT-10 is a naked bike version of the Yamaha YZF-R1 superbike. Utilizing the same basic crossplane crankshaft engine but tuned with a bias toward low-end and midrange power, the MT-10 was an instant hit with those riders wanting that same R1 character in a versatile naked bike.  The Yamaha MT 10 was Japan’s first proper super naked and still is. Its looks are divisive, but the way it rides on the road is up there with the Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory, KTM 1290 Super Duke R and Ducati Streetfighter V4 S. Having just been refreshed for pretty much the first time since 2016, the new 2022 Yamaha MT-10 is here with more power, more tech, and more fun. The Yamaha MT-10 is one of those bikes that never seems to grow up. You spot them on the road all the time, and with its transformer styling front and centre, it really is a hard bike to ignore. That changes for this year, as the 2022 Yamaha MT-10 gets a big update, with revised styling, tech, and more power. The new 2022 MT-10 get...

Kawasaki Z400 first Introduced in 2019, and received immediate praise for being an approachable, affordable, reliable, but also fun and exciting naked bike. Its sporty character is adopted from the equally popular Ninja 400 with the same 399 c c parallel-twin engine, but the Z pulls its styling from the flagship Z models and implements a more upright riding position. The Z400 shares engine, chassis, and braking components with the Ninja 400. The Z400 is a Ninja 400 with a flat handlebar and no fairings. So the Z400 is a small-displacement naked bike with a more comfortable ergonomic layout than its faired brother.  A fiercely authentic supernaked, the Kawasaki Z400 ABS motorcycle exudes fresh street style and is immediately recognizable in a crowd with a compact chassis and aggressive styling. Comfortable, balanced and capable, the Z400 ABS offers a visceral riding experience that's sure to turn heads. Edgy and minimalist bodywork is a design that inspires sharp styling, dynamic p...

When Kawasaki boosted the previous Ninja 300 ′s engine displacement by 103cc to help create the Ninja 400 in 2018, the new Ninja quickly vaulted to the front of the entry-level motorcycle category by virtue of its perfectly balanced power/controllability ratio. That balance extends to the rest of the Ninja 400 ′s performance as well; the riding position is sporty without becoming a torture rack after 20 minutes, the fairing offers good wind protection on the highway as well as the canyons, and the overall chassis feel is comfortable on the street without coming unwound whenever the pace picks up. The Kawasaki Ninja 400 lineup returns unchanged this 2022, with three different flavors representing the small-bore twin sportbike class. You have a choice between the standard Ninja 400 , an ABS version, and the flagship 2022 Ninja 400 ABS KRT Edition . The KRT variant is the same as the ABS model, with the added feature of race-inspired graphics. The 2022 Kawasaki Ninja 400 featu...

The BMW G310R is the perfect bike for urban day rides. It’s small and agile, easy to handle, and the 30.9-inch seat height ensures I can get my feet flat on the ground at every stop. The strength of the BMW G310R is in its lightness and agility. The 313cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine not only delivers fun in the big-city, but also when you are redefining the city limits when changing corners quickly. BMW added ride-by-wire to the 2022 G310R to meet Euro 5 emissions requirements. A side benefit is that the ECU is programmed to automatically increase the rpm if the engine is about to stall. Particularly for a novice-targeted bike, this is a great benefit. The unconventional single-cylinder engine has a special design: Compared to conventional designs, the cylinder head is rotated 180 degrees, which pushes the vehicle’s center of gravity towards the front wheel. This makes the G310R agile and easy to control. With the new Ride by Wire system, throttle response is stable and at t...

The Yamaha YZF-R3 has been a compelling player in the small-displacement sportbike segment since its debut in 2015, and has maintained its status as one of the most exciting motorcycle in the category. An instant sales hit when Yamaha YZF-R3 first debuted in 2015, It’s no surprise the R3 is one of the best-selling models in Yamaha USA’s catalog. The 2022 Yamaha YZF-R3 Available colorways are Team Yamaha Blue and Matte Raven Black. The 2022 Yamaha YZF-R3 retail price is $5,299. Sleek R-Series Styling Featuring flowing bodywork and ergonomics inspired by the MotoGP® YZR-M1, complemented by new colors and graphics, the YZF-R3 is sleek, aerodynamic and refined. High-Revving Supersport Engine With a compression ratio of 11.2:1, double overhead cams (DOHC) and four-valve cylinder heads, the YZF-R3 motor is designed for quick-revving performance and high-rpm efficiency to deliver an exciting ride with a broad spread of power. Potent Twin-Cylinder Powerplant Yamaha’s 321cc liquid-cooled, inl...

Although the Yamaha MT-03 existed as a single-cylinder model prior to 2016, it was nothing like the twin-cylinder version debuting that year. Utilizing the same engine and chassis as the new YZF-R3 , the naked bike version offered the perfect entry-level attributes as its sportbike brother, but in an even more accessible package. The 2022 version was the first year for the MT-03 to be sold in North America, and it saw updates to the styling (with LED headlight with dual LED running lights similar to the MT-09 and MT-10) and suspension (inverted KYB fork replacing the conventional unit, and a seven-step preload adjustable rear shock, both with firmer settings). Now for the 2022 model year, the Yamaha MT-03 comes with a new aggressive look and three color option: Cyan Strom, Team Yamaha Blue, and Matte Stealth Black, with the hopes of offering new riders with an intriguing offer that won’t bust the bank. Available at Yamaha dealers, the 2022 Yamaha MT-03 will retail for $4,799 MSRP. ...

The third generation KTM 1290 Super Duke R burst onto the super naked scene in 2020 with a new frame, suspension components, and a revised 1301cc V-Twin engine. Still aggressively styled, still finished in orange, and still happiest on one wheel, it is now more refined than ever before – with a claimed increase of 3bhp and less weight to muscle around, yet easy to live with in town and less inclined to chuck you off the back when you twist the noise tube. With an ant-like LED face tucked between a set of broad jagged shoulders, it looks fast standing still – with 30 seconds of riding confirming it’s even quicker on the move. It may be more grown up than ever, but it’ll still carry you from zero to jailtime faster than you can say 'sorry officer.'  For 2022, this sophistication has continued with the introduction of a new Evo model. Pricing at $19,599 USD for the standard bike in 2022, the  KTM 1290 Super Duke R Evo  gains semi-active WP Apex suspension for a claimed gre...