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Sportbikes include racing-derived models such as the Suzuki GSX-R600, Kawasaki ZX-10R, Yamaha YZF-R1, BMW S1000RR and Ducati 848 EVO.

Motorcycling has a history of attracting the go-fast crowd. Those who wish to go the fastest look to sportbikes. The most advanced motorcycles in the industry fall under the sportbike banner as these machines are designed for optimum speed, acceleration, braking and maneuverability. Sportbikes also rely on aerodynamics more than other motorcycles because these are the machines most often found competing on racetracks. Even those who don’t ever plan on racing can experience the thrill of braking deep into a corner by attending trackday at a local racetrack. Along with having the fastest motorcycles, sportbike riders are often found sporting the latest and safest motorcycle gear – especially if they’re flying around a track.

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2013 MV Agusta F4 RR Review: Street Ride

2013 MV Agusta F4 RR Review: Street Ride

The MV Agusta F4 RR straightens corners with formidable competence, and its ability to devour straightaways had us praying to Brembo, the god of deceleration, on a few occasions.
2013 Honda CBR600RR Review - Track Impression

2013 Honda CBR600RR Review - Track Impression

Boasting the lightest weight and one of the best-handling chassis in the supersport class, the modestly updated Honda CBR600RR remains a force with which to be reckoned. We put it to the test in a recent media event at Chuckwalla Valley Raceway.
Suzuki GSX-R History

Suzuki GSX-R History

We take a look back at nearly three decades of GSX-R, highlighting some important milestones along the way. Thanks largely to the 1985 GSX-R750, today’s sportbikes are often considered “racebikes with lights.”
2013 Honda CBR600RR - First Ride Street Impression

2013 Honda CBR600RR - First Ride Street Impression

While not a new model, the 2013 Honda CBR600RR is slightly improved for slightly less money. Compared to a few of its competitors, it’s missing some of the current technological catch phrases like TC and Ride Modes.
2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale R Review - Video

2013 Ducati 1199 Panigale R Review - Video

The Ducati Panigale R takes all the best parts of the sensational 1199 S and adds titanium connecting rods, a lightened flywheel and an adjustable swingarm pivot to create the most capable Ducati sportbike ever seen.

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2013 Honda CBR600RR - First Ride Street Impression

2013 Honda CBR600RR - First Ride Street Impression

While not a new model, the 2013 Honda CBR600RR is slightly improved for slightly less money. Compared to a few of its competitors, it’s missing some of the current technological catch phrases like TC and Ride Modes.

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2013 Beginner Sportbike Shootout - Video

2013 Beginner Sportbike Shootout - Video

With the 250cc sportbike market in America reaching a high point, we figured it was time to see which model stands out – the Honda CBR250R, Hyosung GT250R or Kawasaki Ninja 300.
2013 Kawasaki ZX-6R vs. 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 vs. 2012 Triumph Daytona 675R - Vid...

2013 Kawasaki ZX-6R vs. 2012 Suzuki GSX-R750 vs. 2012 Triumph Daytona 675R - Vid...

When Kawasaki re-introduced the ZX-6R with its 636cc engine this year, we figured it was time to pit it against the Suzuki GSX-R750 and Triumph Daytona 675R in an Oddball Middleweight Sportbike shootout.
2013 MV Agusta F3 675 vs. 2012 Triumph Daytona 675R - Video

2013 MV Agusta F3 675 vs. 2012 Triumph Daytona 675R - Video

Triples, the ménage-à-trois of internal combustion cylinder arrangement, are making a comeback. Championing the format is Triumph has succeeded in making three-cylinders cool again. Now the Brits have competition from MV Agusta in the F3 675.
2012 Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC vs. 2012 MV Agusta F4RR Corsacorta - Video

2012 Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC vs. 2012 MV Agusta F4RR Corsacorta - Video

Over the past few weeks we’ve teased you with single-bike reviews of both the $22,999 2012 Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC and the $25,000 2012 MV Agusta F4RR Corsacorta. Now it’s time to see how they perform in a head-to-head comparison.
2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R vs. 2012 Suzuki Hayabusa LE - Video

2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R vs. 2012 Suzuki Hayabusa LE - Video

In the world of hypersport bikes – the fastest production motorcycles in the world – there’s a clear heavyweight battle raging between the Suzuki Hayabusa and Kawasaki ZX-14R.
2012 European Literbike Shootout - Video

2012 European Literbike Shootout - Video

We tested the 2012 Aprilia RSV4 R APRC, BMW S1000RR and Ducati 1199 Panigale S both on the track, on the street, and on the dyno to see which bike is the top dog in our 2012 European literbike shootout
2012 European Literbike Shootout Teaser - Video

2012 European Literbike Shootout Teaser - Video

We’re hard at work conducting our test of the exotic literbikes: Aprilia RSV4 R APRC, BMW S1000RR and Ducati 1199 Panigale S. We’re not finished yet, but here’s our first impressions about each bike after romping on them at the fantastic Thunderhill.
2012 Japanese Superbike Shootout - Video

2012 Japanese Superbike Shootout - Video

Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha have all tweaked their respective contenders for 2012 – the CBR1000RR, GSX-R1000 and YZF-R1, have significant changes, while Kawasaki returns for 2012 with the same traction-control-equipped machine it introduced last year.
2012 Yamaha YZF-R1 vs. 2011 Aprilia RSV4 R APRC [Video]

2012 Yamaha YZF-R1 vs. 2011 Aprilia RSV4 R APRC [Video]

Some manufacturers have shifted their focus from generating more horsepower to making sure the power reaches the ground more effectively. Two sportbikes that exemplify that mindset are the Yamaha YZF-R1 and Aprilia RSV4 R APRC.
2011 Middleweight Sportbike Shootout - Track [Video]

2011 Middleweight Sportbike Shootout - Track [Video]

We already brought you the street portion of our Oddball Sportbike shootout featuring the Suzuki GSX-R750, Ducati 848 EVO and Triumph Daytona 675R. Now it’s time to take these weapons to the track to see what they’re really made of.

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