Spy Photos: Kawasaki Versys 1000

These photos, captured by French website Moto-Net.com, appear to show a Kawasaki Versys equipped with the alloy beam frame and 1,043cc inline-four from the Z1000. Aside from the engine and frame, which wear different color finishes to the Z, this … Continued

Two guys, one Triumph Daytona 675R

Since they wouldn’t give us three Triumph Daytona 675Rs to test, we’ve been forced to share one (read: fight over it). Sean and I split time on the bike on city streets, and then in the Santa Monica mountains last … Continued

The CBR1000RR’s Balance Free Rear Cushion explained

So far as a defining mechanical unique selling points go, “balance free rear cushion” isn’t exactly the most evocative description. Not only does it evoke pillows rather than greasy parts, but it just lacks the pizzaz of terms like “EXUP,” … Continued

2012 Triumph Tiger 1050: 29 percent stiffer

Our two biggest criticisms of the base Triumph Tiger 800 (not the XC) were limited ground clearance and a 19-inch front wheel chosen for its dirt-style at the expense of road capability. When we reviewed it this summer, the conclusion … Continued

What urbanization means for motorcycles

The motorcycle is one of the most emotionally evocative objects on the planet; name another product that can be placed into film, television and advertisement to instantly create a mood or define a character. Cigarettes are the only other example … Continued