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The Bike Show

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KTM 1390 Super Duke R & 990 Duke are both keepers.
14:03
KTM's Beast still a legend.
10:22
Great expectations for new flagship BMW GS
11:52
Triumph's near perfect mix of idiocy and idealism
9:33
Before the R 1300 GS arrives in South Africa we bid an emotional farewell to the 1250.
10:02
Kawasaki Z650, Honda CBF1000 & Triumph Tiger XC new bike vibes, at old bike prices.
9:35
Suzuki's evergreen do-it-all King Quad ready to reconquer South Africa.
10:59
A naked Hayabusa that Suzuki originally thought should have a supercharger..
10:12
Kove 450 Rally special offers race ready performance at a price that doesn't need a second mortgage.
10:20
Suzuki V-Strom 250 has price on its side, but is that enough to make it a worthwhile buy?
10:01
Hero South Africa unveils the 4-valve version of the Hero X-Pulse.
9:01
First of Yamaha's now more sporty MT range is a rare delight.
14:28
We ride KTM's latest update of it's popular 390 Duke, and compare it with the model it replaces.
8:26
Middleweight adventure bike battle between newest Japanese contenders from Honda & Suzuki.
12:50
Suzuki  V-Strom 800DE is a genuine middleweight adventure contender.
8:16
Can the cheap and cheerful Honda CB 500X ever hope to match its posh Transalp big brother?
10:52
Home built project for the two-stroke adrenaline addicted connoisseur.
6:52
When a Ford ends up inside a Guzzi, it's usually an accidental meeting...
9:25
The most advanced small capacity naked sport bike in the world?
10:02
Is KTM's update to the 390 Adventure enough to maintain its lead of the class?
10:32
Honda CB750 Hornet wins the spec sheet war, but on the road?
10:29
Honda’s best Hornet yet, and a CB750 worthy of the name...
9:19
Middleweight Suzuki naked convincingly combines performance, looks & value.
10:45
One of the most varied, competitive classes in biking; our favourite middleweight sport-tourers.
14:58
KTM hypes the 890 SM T as a big super moto but wants you to buy it for sport-touring. Should you?
16:35
Super Moto KTM? Really, at nearly 200kg and with panniers? KTM 890 SM T stuck in 2nd gear...
7:28
Indian's FTR gives us a sporty roadster without following the crowd.
9:35
Don stress tests the 390 Adventure, CB500X and G310GS in the search for a winner...
17:46
1290 Super Adventure R ridden on a slippery trail at speeds most would find daunting on a highway.
14:16
2023 CB500X - Small capacity adventure allrounder on the cheap from Honda
9:18
Competitive middleweight naked class is a tough place to shine, but  new Triumph still stands out.
10:16
KTM joins the sport-tourer segment intent on revitalising what it sees as a boring class...
20:35
BMW is recognised for its world beating tourers, is the R 1250 RT the best of the lot?
15:18
BMW F 900 R vs Yamaha MT-09: naked middleweight sport bike shootout.
22:00
BMW K 1600 Super-Tourers: which is best? Grand America or GT L?
17:26
Triumph Speed Triple RR emphasises why desirability so often trumps practicality.
14:49
Yamaha MT-09 nearly ruined by cheapskate tyre choices
14:37
Ducati Streetfighter V2 is so much more than just an affordable V4 alternative.
14:43
Ducati DesertX ridden and rated in the Apennines.
19:20
RVF400 an affordable way to get a taste of Honda's V4 world; small, beautiful and still desirable.
9:31
KTM's 1290 Super Duke R Evo: some extra details and thoughts on the new optional extras Demo mode.
19:20
KTM 1290 Super Duke Evo
16:09
Italjet Dragster scooter has looks from the future, but performance stuck in the past.
10:51
Suzuki GSX-S 1000 GT receives a warm welcome in South Africa.
17:01
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro: Don takes a second look after the SA launch.
8:41
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT: ridden at home on the roads of Austria
14:15
KTM 1290 Super Duke GT: one for the GT nerds, in-depth discussion for the prospective owner
17:55
Reporting on my first 2500km with Yamaha’s MT-09 & two BMW custom builds
8:00
KTM launches 2023 MX range in South Africa. Don breathes air, but doesn’t actually get any...
6:47
Triumph Tiger 1200 arrives in South Africa and meets an expectant press.
13:03
2022 KTM RC 390 improved in the face of stiff Japanese competition.
8:59
BMW CE 04 is the best, fastest & most fun commuter available today.
18:57
BMW K 1600 GTL goes the extra mile for ultimate touring package.
17:20
BMW K 1600 GTL test discussion with extra info and a bit of moaning.
15:20
BMW R NineT Pure most affordable in Heritage range, but still a worthy purchase.
12:32
Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX sets standard for rapid yet affordable sports-touring.
12:45
Yamaha’s MT-09 offers a performance:price ratio the competition just can’t match.
28:48
MV Agusta Brutale RR: ultimate naked performance from the Motorcycle Artists.
14:41
Hero X-Pulse the ultimate adventure bike for off-road novices. Rent one from us, and explore SA
14:45
Marmite 2009 Yamaha R1 is a great bike, but some of our favourite ‘modern classics’ are even better.
14:15
Husqvarna’s Norden is the same as KTM’s 890 Adventure, but different. And arguably better.
24:07
MV Agusta Superveloce revisted.
9:57
Triumph Tiger Sport 660 establishes new standards for light-middleweight all-rounders.
18:16
Is there any need for a 750 GS when the 850 GS is already so good?
14:55
Harley-Davidson Sportster S is light years ahead of the model it replaces.
10:34
2022 BMW R 1250 RS, still the best the way to go sport touring?
14:54
Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RR is a gentleman's superbike, fast but also classy.
12:34
BMW R NineT loaded with 719 options will make you fall in love with it.
17:23
Suzuki GSX-S1000: almost  a super-naked, definitely a bargain.
13:09
Used Harleys are new Harleys fiercest competitors.
7:24
Hero Dash: a review & Yamaha TMAX Tech: a preview from EICMA
11:15
Ducati Streetfighter V4 S is brilliant and everything we asked for, but did we ask for too much?
15:28
Husqvarna Norden 901 joins a crowded adventure market. Is it just a KTM for grown-ups?
11:47
Honda ST 1300 Pan European may be discontinued, but it is still a very, very good tourer.
10:18
Aprilia RS 660 the most powerful and sophisticated middleweight sport bike.
11:17
Ducati's Multi V4 may steal all the headlines but the V2 version is very much a complete all-rounder
22:40
Hero Xpulse 200 can fill a lot of roles for not a lot of money.
7:53
Ducati Multistrada V4 S is a brilliant all-rounder that also happens to be a great sport bike.
28:58
BMW S 1000 R 2021 – still as good as it always was?
12:35
Small bikes may not be sexy but as this used BWM G 310 R shows, they do offer huge bang for buck.
8:09
Triumph Street Triple 765 RS or KTM 890 Duke R for the middleweight naked sport crown?
19:38
In a world dazzled by hyper-nakeds, BMW's R 1250 R is undeservedly overlooked as a sporting naked.
13:58
Yamaha Tracer 9 GT is a classy sport-tourer.
12:21
Harley-Davidson Pan America needs to at least match BMW and KTM rivals.
17:33
BMW's R 18 B packs its bags in search of a big slice of American touring pie.
15:05
Suzuki's new Hayabusa, now more GT bike than hyperbike?
11:33
Suzuki Hayabusa Generation One Review
12:51
Harley-Davidson Pan America Review
12:52
A lap of the track using only radar and adaptive cruise control
5:53
Can BMW F 900 R tempt me away from KTM and Triumph?
12:48
2021 Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS transforms ageing legend into title contender.
10:41
Husqvarna 701 SM is brilliant fun but is also more capable than you might think.
12:48
Yamaha MT-09 gets a worthwhile improvement for 2021.
11:23
2021 KTM 890 Duke offers more affordable version of the 890 Duke R.
13:19
Suzuki Gixxer 150 looks and handles like a big sport bike for a fraction of the cost
6:57
Triumph Trident makes Brit brand more affordable than ever.
12:16
Honda NC750X updated for 2021with more power & better electronics.
14:48
2021 BMW R 1250 RT updated with even more hi-tech features.
14:24
2021 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is probably the world’s most complete sport-tourer
22:10
Adventure bikes under 300cc are surprisingly capable & lots of fun.
13:41