Sport Motorcycles

2012 Yamaha R6 | Quick Look

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 05:23:35 -0600

2012 Yamaha Motorcycle

While it has not been updated for 2012, the Yamaha YZF-R6 remains a formidable mid-size high-performance sport bike.

Utilizing fly-by-wire technology and performance enhancements like the Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake that varies intake tract length and a slipper-type clutch, the R6 is outstanding on both the street and track.

2011 Suzuki GSX-R 750 | Street Test

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:13:13 -0600

2011 Suzuki GSX-R 750 Review

Leaned over, looking through a wide turn with not a tree, rock, fence or any other obstruction in sight, I felt the Alpinestars' left knee puck flat against the road.

2012 Ducati 848EVO | Preview

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:28:45 -0600

2012 Ducati Superbike

For 2012, Ducati offers the standard 848EVO as a carry-over model, the mid-weight sportbike available in three colors - Arctic White Silk, Ducati Red and Black Stealth.

2013 Victory Judge | Preview

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:28:11 -0600

2013 Victory Motorcycle

As part of Victory's itinerary to roll out a new model every six months, the American company released its latest creation Friday at the New York City International Motorcycle Show - the Judge.

2012 Aprilia Shiver 750 | Quick Look

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 06:31:55 -0600

2012 Aprilia Motorcycle

Bristling with high-tech goodness, the Aprilia Shiver is a highly adaptable sport bike suited to conditions ranging from rain to challenging high-speed back roads.

2012 Triumph Speed Triple R | Quick Look

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:39:51 -0600

2012 Triumph Motorcycle

Taking the Speed Triple that was updated last year and pumping up the volume, the 2012 Triumph Speed Triple R adds a number of premium components to the mix.

Up front, the R gets Öhlins NIX30 43mm forks, as well as a TTX36 rear shock.

2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650: First Ride (Video)

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 07:30:03 -0600

2012 Ninja 650R Video

Since its introduction in 2006, Kawasaki's Ninja 650 R has pleased masses of sportbike riders, from beginners to daily commuters to occasional canyon carvers

2012 Kawasaki Ninja 250 R | Quick Look

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:05:40 -0600

2012 Kawasaki Motorcycle

Newcomers to sport bikes can satisfy their nascent need for speed with the Kawasaki Ninja 250R.

A high-revving short stroke twin produces enough power for the highway, as well as good acceleration in the canyons for those who don't mind frantic operation of the six-speed gearbox.

2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO | Review

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 05:59:21 -0600

2012 Ducati Monster 1100EVO Test

Nobody is going to buy the 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO as a commuter bike, unless, perhaps, one lives at the top of Pikes Peak.

Kawasaki Versys 1000: North America Debut

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:31:29 -0600

2012 Kawasaki Versys 1000

Yes, you read that correctly. A Versys 1000, which is currently only available in Europe, will debut in North America.

2012 Ducati Diavel Cromo | Preview

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:38:20 -0600

2012 Ducati Motorcycle

The Diavel - this is a local Borgo Panigale dialect for the word "devil," pronounced Dee-ah-vel, and quickly became a mainstream term surrounding the world of Ducati.

2012 Honda CBR 1000 RR at Infineon (Video)

Ultimate-MotorCycling — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:05:57 -0600

2012 Honda CBR 1000 RR on track Video

Last week, Ultimate Motorcycling's President Arthur Coldwells was at Infineon Raceway in California, geting some laps in on the 2012 Honda CBR1000 RR.

For 2012, Honda's flagship sportbike received mostly suspension and fueling updates, which Coldwells reports were very effective changes.