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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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2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Review

2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Review

 Suzuki has given its GSX-R1000 sportbike some notable tweaks for 2012, including improvements to the engine’s low-end power and some new Brembo brakes. We had a chance to test it out at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Florida.
Top 10 Hottest Bikes of 2012

Top 10 Hottest Bikes of 2012

 Recession be damned, 2012 looks to be one of the most highly anticipated years in the motorcycle industry in years. From the looks of things it would appear as though the bottom of the economic turmoil is behind us.
2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Review: First Ride [Video]

2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Review: First Ride [Video]

 Just a few short weeks after getting our hands on the new 2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R, Team Green has unleashed another, albeit tamer, sportbike to the motorcycle press – the 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650.
2012 Honda CBR1000RR Review [Video]

2012 Honda CBR1000RR Review [Video]

 While not ground breaking or Earth shattering as far as new model updates go, the 2012 Honda CBR1000RR features a combined package of revised fueling and upgraded suspension to enhance what was already a great all-around literbike.
2012 KTM RC8 R and RC8 R Race Spec Review: First Ride

2012 KTM RC8 R and RC8 R Race Spec Review: First Ride

 We recently had a chance to spend a day on KTM’s RC8 R and RC8 R Race Spec sportbikes, which provided a good opportunity to compare the differences between the two. The Race Spec is loaded with go-fast parts and enjoys a 31-pound weight advantage.

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2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Review: First Ride [Video]

2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Review: First Ride [Video]

 Just a few short weeks after getting our hands on the new 2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R, Team Green has unleashed another, albeit tamer, sportbike to the motorcycle press – the 2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650.
  • 2012 Yamaha and Star Motorcycles Model Preview 2012 Yamaha and Star Motorcycles Model Preview As the 2012 model year arrives and the economy is struggling to pick itself up, Yamaha and its cruiser line, Star Motorcycles, is erring on the side of caution with next year’s street lineup.
  • 2012 Yamaha YZF-R1 Review [Video] 2012 Yamaha YZF-R1 Review [Video] To save the suspense, I'll say it up front: Yamaha's new traction control system on the 2012 YZF-R1 works exactly as advertised. The rest of the 2012 Yamaha R1 is largely the same sportbike we've had since 2009.
  • 2012 BMW S1000RR Review [Video] 2012 BMW S1000RR Review [Video] Our biggest surprise at the launch of the 2012 BMW S1000RR was the boundless enthusiasm each engineer showed in regard to sportbikes. The class-dominating S1000RR is now even more potent and usable for 2012.
  • 2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R Review [Video] 2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R Review [Video] It’s neither easy nor politically correct to build the most powerful streetbike ever offered to the public for mass consumption, but that’s what Kawasaki has done with the incredibly potent new ZX-14R.

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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.
2011 Middleweight Sportbike Shootout - Street [Video]

2011 Middleweight Sportbike Shootout - Street [Video]

 The Ducati 848, Triumph Daytona 675 and Suzuki GSX-R750 are three middleweight motorcycles that don’t quite fit into the 600cc supersport mold, so we decided to pit these three intriguing sportbikes against each other in a shootout.
2011 Supersport Shootout - Street [Video]

2011 Supersport Shootout - Street [Video]

 We awarded the all-new Suzuki GSX-R600 top position in the racetrack specific portion of the 2011 Supersport Shootout. Who will win when we take these 600cc sportbikes to the street?
Italian V-Four Literbike Shootout: Aprilia RSV4 Factory vs. Ducati Desmosedici [...

Italian V-Four Literbike Shootout: Aprilia RSV4 Factory vs. Ducati Desmosedici [...

 There are certain models in the history of motorcycledom that are perfect just the way they are. The Aprilia RSV4 Factory and the Ducati Desmocedici are two machines that qualify, so we decided to compare these two luxury sportbikes.
2011 Supersport Shootout - Track [Video]

2011 Supersport Shootout - Track [Video]

 With Suzuki's new GSX-R600 getting rave reviews we figured it was high time to see how it compares to the rest of the 600cc sportbike class. Read on to see how the new Gixxer fares against the Honda CBR600RR, Kawasaki ZX-6R and Yamaha YZ-R6.
2011 Gentlemen Sportbike Shootout

2011 Gentlemen Sportbike Shootout

 Here are three ways to satisfy a thirst for a powerful sportbike without the pretzel-ed legs and sore wrists: the Kawasaki Ninja 1000, Yamaha FZ1 and Suzuki GSX1250FA. Read on to see who wins this three-way battle.
2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R vs. 2011 BMW S1000RR Shootout - Street

2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R vs. 2011 BMW S1000RR Shootout - Street

 BMW’s S1000RR sportbike narrowly edged out the Kawasaki’s brand new ZX-10R in the racetrack-only portion of our 2011 Literbike Shootout. However, now we get to see how these two speedy streetbikes do in the real world – the street.
2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R vs. 2011 BMW S1000RR Shootout - Track

2011 Kawasaki ZX-10R vs. 2011 BMW S1000RR Shootout - Track

 With its all-new design and standard traction control, Kawasaki’s new ZX-10R has created a lot of buzz, so we decided to pit it against the reigning literbike champ, the BMW S1000RR, in a mano-a-mano sportbike matchup for outright honors on the racetrack.
The Best Literbike for the Street

The Best Literbike for the Street

 We recently had to chance to pit Kawasaki's new Ninja 1000 against a Kawasaki ZX-10R that had been modified for greater comfort to try to figure out which bike offers the best combination of power, performance and comfort for everyday riding.

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