Suzuki Gladius Vs. I-405
Housing a re-tuned SV650 v-twin in a new, steel trellis frame, the Suzuki Gladius raises questions about its identity. Is it a replacement for the naked SV650 or something new entirely? We take it to one of the most…
Details: Suzuki Gladius
The Gladius is Suzuki's attempt to further develop a design language that appeals to a wider audience. You'd never never guess the bike is built with a sleek purposeful stance, as its qualities are very difficult to capture on camera,…
Streetfighter designs reveal more than stripped 1098
We've made no secret of our dislike for the generic design of the Ducati 1198 and it predecessor, the 1098. But we do like the Ducati Streetfighter. Ignore, for a second, the uninspired headlight and focus instead of the aggressive…
Suzuki Gladius gets price tag along with accessories
Suzuki's new entry-level bike, the 2009 Suzuki Gladius has been officially listed at $6,899. That's pretty much right in the middle of the other Japanese offerings for entry level middle weight bikes. A full $600 cheaper than the sportier full-faired…
Ducati Streetfighter, up close and personal
In addition to the first Ducati Streetfighter action shots that we brought you earlier today, we also get to take an up close look at the Streetfighter controversial styling and mouth-watering mechanical components. Also, for the first time, come details…
Ducati Streetfighter hits the road
The Ducati Streetfighter is being launched to motorcycle magazines in Italy this week. Since Hell for Leather's invitation somehow got lost in the mail, we figured we'd bring you the first action shots of the Streetfighter before any English-language publications…
Max Biaggi's Aprilia RSV4 SBK unclothed
Unless you're a factory insider or have better pit access than we've ever had, its extremely rare to see the behind the fairing of a current factory racer with this degree of detail. Here's the Aprilia RSV4 Max Biaggi rode…