Editor's Intro
Do singles have more fun?
20 January 2012
Well, if you're talking about the new KTM 690 Duke, then it's a resounding yes - find out why this single cylinder bike is the one to check out in the middleweight stakes on page 8.
Are four cylinders better than two?
16 December 2011.
In the new adventure-styled sports touring four-cylinder Kawasaki Versys 1000, it seems yes. It certainly impressed us with its all-round ability, power, comfort and value on the launch in Tenerife. Find out why this Z1000 engined Versys is the one to watch next year on page 12.
So, which 2012 bike do you most like the look of?
18 November 2011.
It's bike show time again and a whole host of new machines were unveiled at the recent EICMA show on Milan.
How does the best-selling Triumph Tiger 800 measure up?
21 October 2011.
Having launched to a fanfare of excellent press reports followed by decent sales figures, what's so special about the road-going variant of Triumph's Tiger triple 800? Find out with our road test on page 16.
Does the lively sports touring Kawasaki Z1000SX deliver?
16 September 2011.
Fast sports tourers are fast becoming the smart choice for people who want the best of both worlds, so how does the lively Z1000SX compare? Check out our road test on page 14.
The rise of the street wise 750s...
19 August 2011.
The sports naked 750 market is doing well - and why not, when they're fun to ride and far easier on your back and wallet than a sportsbike - check out our test of Suzuki's new-this-year GSR750 and Kawasaki's updated Z750R on page 10.
The V-Strom is better than ever...
15 July 2011.
On paper the changes to the new Suzuki V-Strom shouldn't have made that much difference, but they have. The revamped 650 v-twin is an excellent all-rounder and possibly has the comfiest seat in motorcycling at the moment - check out the full launch report from Croatia on page 10.
Which CBR600F should you buy?
17 June 2011.
Honda's CBR600F is the original middleweight favourite, so how does the new Hornet-derived model measure up? We tested a 2004 bike against its brand new brother - check out what we thought on page 10.
Riding to work has never been so easy
20 May 2011.
It's national Ride to Work Day on 2 June this year, so here at MCM we thought we'd conduct a little experiment with lots of different bikes and one car. In part one of our test, it's the often overlooked but comfy, cheap, economical and fun to ride BMW F800ST which is winning - read all about it on page 14.
Into the sunset...
18 May 2011.
Into the sunset...
This issue of Used Bike Guide is quite a special one; firstly you’ll notice that it comes with a free copy of our great sister title Motor Cycle Monthly. If you’ve never picked it up at a local bike night or shop then you’ve been missing a treat... a free one at that!
Hopefully you’ll enjoy it because sadly this will be the last ever issue of Used Bike Guide. But don’t despair because MCM will be carrying a regular monthly section aimed at the used bike market, so be sure to pick up your free copy every month. UBG subscribers will be contacted shortly, so don’t panic if you’ve got a current subscription.
Personally, I’d like to thank all of our regular contributors for their help since I’ve been at the helm and our readers for their continued support.
Anyway, enough of the sadness and on with this issue. As we’re heading towards summer we thought it was the perfect time to check out a few cruisers, so we’ve got plenty of heavy metal for you to read about... and it’s a fitting way for us to head off into the sunset...
Ian ‘Iggy’ Grainger
Editor
Current Issue: Feb 2012
• HIT SINGLE
Punchy and practical - New KTM 690 Duke is a proper middleweight contender
• 32ND CAROLE NASH BRISTOL CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE SHOW
12 page guide
• FOXEYE FIREBLADE
• ADVENTURE
Sydney to London on a 105cc wonder
• NEW RIDER
Honda’s XL125 Varadero on test
• QUICK SPIN
Big capacity cruiser goes gothic
• INVESTMENT BIKING
How to pick the right machine
• USED BARGAIN BIKES
Suzuki TL1000R, Kawasaki ZX-9R, Kawasaki Z750S
• WIN QUILL EXHAUST WORTH £450
PLUS:
• Next issue on sale: 19 Feb 2012
