2009 March MOTORCYCLES
$12,499
Engine type: done inline-Four
Displacement: 1340cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 58.3 in.
Seat height: 31.7 in.
Fuel capacity: 5.5 gal.
An icon of performance for nearly a decade, the Hayabusa blends a cohesive mix of high-performance aerodynamics and a wickedly powerful engine to produce mind-staggering performance on the street and at the dragstrip. The Hayabusa got a substantial power boost last year via a 41 cc increase in displacement, along with upgraded front brakes and muscular new styling. Though this moto-missile’s super-stable chassis forces a sporting posture, the ergonomics are not so extreme as to rule out the ‘Busa as a sporting grand-touring rocketship-with the emphasis on “rocket.”
$8699/9199
Engine type: dohc inline-Four
Displacement: 1255cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 58.5 in.
Seat height: 30.9 in.
Fuel capacity: 5.0 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 551/560 lb.
In living up to its name, the Bandit steals from the technology-rich GSX-R family to give the common man a practical, real-world sports machine with tons of go-power. Thanks to its liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, dohc engine, the Bandit 1250 is a true torque monster that practically makes gear-shifting an unnecessary bother. Plus, its half-fairing and upright seating position help it deliver all-day comfort. Also available: The Bandit 1250S ABS, the very same bike but equipped with anti-lock braking, offering a safer way to play on wet roads.
$12,199
Engine type: done inline-Four
Displacement: 999cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 55.3 in.
Seat height: 31.9 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.6 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 448 lb.
Despite already building the most dominant bike in the AMA Superbike championship, Suzuki isn’t resting on its laurels. Fresh off the drawing board comes a multitude of performance-enhancing updates intended to keep the mighty Gixxer at the top of its game. Our favorites include the Showa Big Piston Fork, featuring damping adjusters located on the fork cap, relegating spring preload to the base of the leg. A switch on the right handlebar allows the rider to select from three engine-performance settings to match riding conditions; and an electronically controlled steering damper varies damping force according to speed.
$9199
Engine type: dohc V-Twin
Displacement: 996cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 60.4 in.
Seal height: 33.1 In.
Fuel capacity: 5.8 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 525 lb.
The V-Strom 1000 stands tall as a true do-everything motorcycle for riders who want it all. Its combination of a powerful V-Twin engine, nimble handling and an extremely spacious all-day riding position have proven to be just the recipe for the perfect adventure-touring experience. Don’t feel you have to head north to the Yukon, however, because the big ‘Strom makes a great daily commuter, as well, its standard-equipment tail rack allowing you to pack a laptop PC or a lunch pail to the job site, taking the work out of getting to work.
$8499
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement: 805cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: shaft
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: drum
Wheelbase: 65.2 in.
Seat height: 27.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.1 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 651 lb.
Here’s a touring-oriented cruiser that blends traditional looks, modern engineering and outstanding value into an exceptionally capable and affordable road machine. The C50T comes equipped with saddlebags, a height-adjustable windshield, a broad, low saddle with a pivoting passenger backrest and stylish whitewall tires. The riding position, handlebar bend and forward-mounted foot controls help make this touring-cruiser an enjoyable ride no matter how far off the boulevard your travels may take you.
$7299/7499
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement: 805cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: shaft
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: drum
Wheelbase: 65.2 in.
Seat height: 27.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.1 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 6111b.
Cast in the same mold as its larger Boulevard siblings, the C50 borrows not only its classic cruiser lines, fat fenders and tall-sidewall tires from those bigger bikes, but also comes equipped with Suzuki’s Dual Throttle Valve electronic fuel-injection system. The latter helps provide easier starting, improved mileage and smoother throttle response, making this a truly modern retro middleweight. Also available: The Boulevard C50 Special Edition, detailed in two-tone black paint and rolling on cast aluminum wheels.
$7199/7399
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement: 805cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: shaft
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: drum
Wheelbase: 65.2 in.
Seat height: 27.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.1 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 584 lb.
The M50 combines aggressive muscle-cruiser styling with the touch of Suzuki’s high-technology heritage. The 50-cubic-inch V-Twin engine is liquid-cooled and (as with all C-series Boulevards) features a GSX-R-derived advanced electronic fuel-injection system. Sportbike-style cast aluminum wheels, an inverted cartridge fork and a large-diameter front-brake rotor all work just as good as they look. Also available: The Boulevard M50 Special Edition, which comes in a two-time paint scheme for another $200.
$9200
Engine type: four-stroke Single
Bore x stroke: 77.0 x 53.6mm
Displacement: 249cc
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: na
Rear wheel travel: na
Fuel capacity: 1.8 gal.
Seat height: 33.5 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 209 lb.
Like the basic type of unstoppable, go-anywhere, rock-climbing performance of a trials bike but don’t want a full-on competition model? Scorpa’s T-Ride may be the ideal answer. It’s powered by the engine from the company’s SY250F trialer but in an entirely different chassis that gives the bike the ability to serve as an off-road exploration bike. Though the steering geometry is very trials-like, the wheelbase is longer, the fuel tank is bigger and the dual seat can accommodate two for longer rides.
$6698
Engine type: sohc V-Twin
Displacement: 805cc
Carburetion: (2) 36mm Mikuni
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: shaft
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: drum
Wtieelbase:61.4in.
Seat height: 27.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 3.2 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 478 lb.
Here’s a mid-sized cruiser with big soul. The Boulevard S50 boasts polished-spoke wheels, an abundance of chrome, a stunning paint job and a color-matched frame for a cohesive custom look. Enhancing this cruiser’s clean, low-slung lines are a fiat-style handlebar and a comfortable one-piece saddle. A liquid-cooled, V-Twin engine with four valves per cylinder and a low-maintenance shaft-drive system deliver the rumble to the road.
$10,999
Engine type: dohc inline-Four
Displacement: 749cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 55.3 in.
Seat height: 31.9 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.5 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 437 lb.
Here’s a sportbike that combines the compact size and agile handling of a 600 with the top-end performance of a literbike. No wonder the GSX-R750 won CW’s Best Superbike award in 2006. It has received significant upgrades since then, including the same S-DMS engine-management system used on the GSX-R1000, allowing the rider to choose from three power settings via a handlebar switch. The Dual Throttle Valve fuel-injection system uses two 8-hole, fine-spray injectors per cylinder for better fuel atomization. An electronically controlled steering damper, lighter-than-ever wheels and fresh, up-to-date styling keep the Gixxer at the forefront.
$7281
Engine type: done inline-Four
Displacement 656cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds. 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 57.9 in.
Seat height: 30.3 in.
Fuel capacity: 5.0 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 531 lb.
As attractive entry-level sportbikes go, the GSX650F delivers in spades, offering versatility and GSX-R-inspired styling in an affordable package. The liquid-cooled, 16-valve engine is based on that of earlier GSX-Rs, but retimed for strong, easily accessible power and torque, along with Suzuki’s Dual Throttle Valve fuel-injection system for smooth acceleration. While the GSX650F caters to riders new to the sportbike category, it also is a machine possessing performance and handling that its owners will not quickly outgrow.
$4599
Engine type: sohc Single
Displacement: 652cc
Carburetor: 40mm Mikuni
Transmission speeds: 5
Final drive: belt
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: drum
Wheelbase: 58.3 in.
Seat height: 27.6 in.
Fuel capacity: 2.8 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 381 lb.
This classic-looking Single offers beginners and budget-minded buyers plenty of style and chrome at a price to cruise home about. The S40 has a low saddle and a thoughtful handlebar bend that are aimed at increasing rider comfort, confidence and control. Easy upkeep is a strong attribute of the S40’s air-cooled, four-stroke, sohc, single-cylinder, electric-start engine. Power channels through a five-speed gearbox and a low-maintenance belt drive. Light and low, the S40 is a great stepping-stone for beginning riders.
$8400/6150/5999
Engine type: four-stroke Single
BxS: 77/62/54 x 53.6/54/54mm
Displacement: 249/163/123cc
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: 7.0/6.7/6.7 In.
Rear wheel travel: 6.5 in.
Fuel capacity: 0.5/0.7/0.7 gal.
Seat height: 26.2/24.0/27.5 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry wt.: 164 Ib/na/na
The SY-250F is the most serious four-stroke trials bike made by this French motorcycle manufacturer. It s powered by a dohc, four-valve Yamaha YZ250F motocross engine that has been heavily modified to meet the unique, slower-speed requirements of trials competition. The chassis is built around a chrome-moly steel frame equipped with a Marzocchi fork and Sachs shock. Also available: The SY200F a very similar trials model powered by an air-cooled, 163cc engine: and the SY125F, with a 123cc engine.
$6999/7499
Engine type: done V-Twin
Displacement: 645cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 61.2 In.
Seat height: 32.3 in.
Fuel capacity: 5.8 gal.
Claimed curb weight 478/485 lb.
This middleweight adventure-touring bike offers proof of just how versatile the venerable SV650 V-Twin engine truly is. Additional crankshaft inertia and altered cam timing allow the V-Strom to strum a torquier beat deep into the lower reaches of the rev range. Its agile chassis and roomy ergonomic layout are faithfully patterned after the V-Strom 1000’s, giving the smaller ‘Strom the sort of comfort range you would normally only get with a liter-class machine. Also available: the V-Strom 650 ABS, which is an identical model except for being equipped with anti-lock brakes.
$6999/7499
Engine type: done V-Twin
Displacement: 645cc
Carburetion: EFI
Transmission speeds: 6
Final drive: chain
Front brake: dual disc
Rear brake: disc
Wheelbase: 56.1 In.
Seat height: 31.5 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.5 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 438/445 In.
Here’s a middleweight V-Twin offering a distinct sporting personality with its sleek lairing, clip-on handlebars, dual headlights and folding mirrors. Its tractable power delivery and agile handling make this a popular choice among club roadracers and track-day attendees. And on the street, the SV650SF has well-balanced ergonomics that provide excellent sporting excitement and cornering control without detract¬ing from the bike’s everyday versatility for riders of all levels. Also available: the SV6S0SF ABS, an anti-lock brake-equipped version of the very same motorcycle.
$8350
Engine type: four-stroke Single
Bore x stroke: 82.0 x 60.0mm
Displacement: 317cc
Transmission speeds: 5
Front wheel travel: 7.3 in.
Rear wheel travel: 6.9 In.
Fuel capacity: 0.8 gal.
Seat height: 24.6 in.
Front brake: disc
Rear brake: disc
Claimed dry weight: 161 lb.
The 3.2 4T is Sherco’s answer to the call for more four-stroke trials bikes, and it’s a good one. Barely more than a couple of wheels and a motor, the 3.2 is just a scant few pounds heavier than Sherco’s biggest two-stroke trialer, giving it 317cc of hooked-up traction in a package that’s just as easy to maneuver. Practically everything but the rider is tidily tucked inside the slim frame, making the 4T so compact that riding it is almost like riding a bicycle.
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