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The Yamaha 350 cc two stroke Grand Prix was Yamaha Motor's largest displacement sport model at the time. It covered the 400 m sprint off the line in 13.8 seconds, and could reach a maximum speed of 173 km/h. Featuring a newly developed 350cc, 2-cylinder engine with aluminum cylinders, 36 hp at 7500 rpm has a return type 5-speed transmission, "Autolube" and more, it boasted excellent cooling capacity and light weight. The R1 chassis featured a highly rigid double cradle frame, telescopic front fork, 3-way adjustable rear suspension and fully waterproof drum brakes. Awesome bike! Around 346 lbs dry. Mixes it own oil and gas! Lots of torque and fast even for today! Vibrates a little though, but tolerable and fun bike to ride, what a blast from the past! Show less

I’ve owned two Suzuki’s, GSX-R750 and GSX-S750. Whether you’re a past Suzuki owner or new to the brand, you’ve probably heard of the naked version of the legendary GSX-R750--the S750, Suzuki’s 750 Street bike. GSX stands for Suzuki’s Sport Performance series. The S in S750 stands for Street, where the R in GSX-R750 stands for Race. The Gixxer is a Supersport bike built for the Track, where the Gixxus is a Naked bike built for the Street. The Suzuki GSX-S750 is the only motorcycle in its class with an engine with Supersport lineage. It’s the performance leader in its class, slightly bigger than the other middleweights, but much smaller (engine-wise) than the upper-middleweight 900s. It’s in a class all by itself and due to outperforming the middleweights, it’s usually lumped with the 900s in comparison road tests in which it hangs with quite well, but is unfairly underrated, which makes no sense due to its 750-engine size. The Suzuki GSX-S750 is a gorgeous looking motorcycle with sharp angles, but round with curves at the same time. It has a very powerful thick stance. The S750 sports an aggressive, bold, old-school streetfighter look, not overdone like the Z900, more subdued but forceful, a look that never goes out of style – classic. Some of the obvious difference’s b/w the Suzuki and its competitors are its sharp, fang-like mono headlight, fat fuel tank, hidden tidy streetfighter-style LCD display, and standard sporty belly pan. The S750 uses a 2005 GSX-R750-sourced engine (K5), thus a race-bred inline-four. Four-cylinder engines are the best type for all-out performance. With the K5 engine, when you reach the higher rev range, it wakes up and turns into a beast. The GSX-R750 K5 engine has proven to be super-reliable over the years. Being retuned for street use, it delivers a torque-rich experience from low- to mid-range, and once you get past 6,000 rpm, the power delivery turns monstrous, revving up to its 11,500 rpm redline. The S750 is an aggressive old-school streetfighter-style bike. It is truly a best bang-for-the buck motorcycle. Greatest thing about it is its inline-4 K5 engine, smooth and tractable with linear power delivery, unlike the more vibe-prone twins and triples. People that like engine vibration call it “character” – it’s just annoying vibration to me, that’s another reason why I like four-cylinders more – due to their buttery smoothness. And I’d say that the four has better character than the twin or triple, its character is not vibration related, but its eagerness to scream under acceleration. The Suzuki GSX-S750 received a major update in 2018 (upgraded 75% of its components). It was the only time that this model was updated. So, 2018 to 2023 models are all basically the same except for color changes. I’m not going to list out all the significant changes for the 18 model, however, other than a healthy boost in power, an increase of 8-hp, going to mention the revision for sound tuning. It received a bigger airbox which gave it a meatier low-end character. The resulting intake sound is music to the ears when accelerating. It is the best sound that I’ve ever heard from an inline-4. Reminiscent of its GSX-R heritage, it replicates that great burble and growl sound that only the early GSX-R models had. About the weight of the S750, it comes in two versions, one without ABS (base) and the other with ABS (Z). Non-ABS bike weighs 465 lbs. while the ABS version gains 5 lbs. – 470. The Z trim doesn’t offer any performance, suspension, or brake upgrades – everything mechanical and electrical is the same, thus it isn’t a SE (Special Edition). The only difference is that the Z comes with ABS and flashier colors. This is true for every year except for 2023, in which both models are Z’s – one with no ABS and the other with ABS. Acceleration Stats via MotoStatz site: * 0-60 mph: 3.1 s/ 0-80 mph: 4.6 s/ 0-100 mph: 6.76 s/ Quarter mile: 11.24 s/ Top Speed: 142 mph Is this bike right for you? This bike would be most ideal for someone that has some motorcycle experience, not a newbie. Maybe you’ve had a beginner bike, like a 300, 400, 500, or 650, and you’re looking for that next step. It’s more powerful than anything below a 750, in fact it’s the class leader in its middleweight naked bike segment. You’re looking for something with more power in a do-anything bike, an all-rounder, a naked bike. You’re not quite ready for the leap into the 900 category, but you want something that can hang with the big boys if out riding with your friends. You’re not worried about having excessive technological features but want the basic minimums like traction control. You value Japanese reliability, thus want something that’s dependable, not going to have issues or concerns. * Power Specs: 113 hp @ 10,500 rpm (crank)/ 105 hp (rear wheel)/ 60 lb.-ft torque @ 9,000 rpm/ 57 lb.-ft (rear wheel). Show less

First of all my 2023 Moto Morini Seiemmizzo SCR is my first motorcycle and I LOVE IT! After 6 months and 2800 miles on the clock my Moto Morini runs great even after two low speed crashes. Nothing too serious. Broken brake leveler and bent gear shifter. Both of which were repaired. I did remove about 10 pounds of plastic parts to really make my bike fly. In truth the Moto Morini bikes are designed and tested in Italy but built in China. Parts are cheap and the engine on my model is a Kawasaki clone so it’s solid. I have ridden on the street and off road without issue. So much fun y’all! If your looking for a new bike under $10k I highly recommend you check the Moto Morini line up. Show less

I'm a 25 year experienced off-road rider/racer, now retired. Decided to try Adventure riding with friends. Bought this bike on a suggestion and found I couldn't be happier. This isn't a "beginner" or "woman's" bike as some suggest. Yes, it needs improvement from its stock form, tires, gearing, and ECU, and one can go on from there. But we all put our personalities into our rides and this is no different. I ride alongside T7's, KDX's, and others. Yes, 650's and up can out-power me but none of them out perform this 390 once it's set up. Mine is and if yours isn't, spend the time to do it. You'll find it a keeper. And yes, KTM has filed for bankruptcy but they're not going anywhere. Their reorganization will see to that. You probably won't be able to buy a new bike for a while but parts and supplies, and dealerships will be there for us current KTM owners. The bankruptcy concern is overplayed. If you have a KTM, keep it and ride it. Show less

In 1967, Yamaha introduced the YR-1 as their first ever 350cc street model. The YR-1 Grand Prix was Yamaha's biggest bike to date . Ultra high performance 2 stroke with auto lube oil injection system that mixes the gas and oil automatically! 36 bhp at 7500 rpm! Awesome classic that has kickstart only, effortless and reliable starting every time. Cruises at 80 mph and top speed 100-110 with a quarter mile time 14.0. With a 14 second ET these defeated many a larger capacity bike, they are considered rare today. Although it vibrates a bit, its Fun to ride and has power to spare especially being a two stroke on a street bike, this thing gets up and goes! Basically their Grand Prix racing motorcycle in street legal trim Reviewed in the March 1967 Cycle World magazine. Show less

It is very fast and fun. Great for touring and/or canyon carving. Has a small touring windscreen that works really well unless you are riding all day. Can attached side panniers too. Has cruise control and gas gauge. Mileage is not the best but it does have a 5 gallon tank. Overall this is an amazing bike but only as a second or third bike. Not as an only bike. Show less

The V7 line is such an easy motorcycle to ride comfortably until you arrive at the 70mph mark, then it's too light and without the power and/or braking needed to ride safely at that speed. I have the rare Stornello scambler trim (not the Special) with a facotry two-up Pipe and it gets consistent compliments. The engine/transmission/shaft drive are wonderful and the bike starts every time! It sips gas unless you are really cracking the throttle wide open. The bike is fairly simple making it easy to work on, and/or easy to find a mechanic who is willing to work on the bike for you. The frame rake/travel and the rim selections 17/18 make this a good all around ride. I replaced the stock tires with Bridgestone Battleax AX41S tires and that improved the ride significantly. The V7 has undergone performance improvements since 2016, with the most notable occurring in 2020 when the 750 engine was replaced by an 850 engine with more HP and Torque! Sadly Guzzi has not built the V7 in the Stornello trim since 2016. That said, they always have a nice trim selection and this year they have a Corsa trim that is just beautiful! You really can't go wrong with the V7 if you want a nice all around bike that is reliable and fun to ride. Show less

I’ve had my 2014 Honda CB1100 for a while now, and it’s been a solid, dependable ride. What drew me to this bike in the first place was its blend of classic styling with just enough modern touches. It’s got that vintage look but doesn’t make you feel like you’re sacrificing performance or reliability. Speaking of reliability, this bike has never left me stranded. I’ve kept up with regular maintenance, replaced the battery, and recently put on new tires, and it’s been running smoothly without any hiccups. The engine crash cage I installed also gives me that extra bit of confidence when I’m out on the road. When it comes to quality, Honda did a good job with the overall build. The bike feels sturdy and well-made. However, I’ll admit the stock seat wasn’t the most comfortable for long rides. After a few trips where I found myself squirming after a couple of hours, I swapped it out for a Corbin seat, which made a world of difference. If you’re planning on doing some serious riding, that’s one upgrade I’d highly recommend. Performance-wise, the CB1100 is just what I was looking for. It’s not a high-speed monster, but it’s got plenty of power for city rides and handles itself well on the highway. It’s a versatile bike that can do a bit of everything, which is exactly what I needed. Great for starters and enthusiasts. Comfort-wise, it’s pretty good overall, especially with the new seat. The upright riding position is comfortable, but again, if you’re doing long-distance rides, you might want to make a few tweaks here and there to suit your needs. Not having cruise control options could make long-distance traveling slightly less enjoyable. All in all, I’d recommend the 2014 Honda CB1100 to anyone looking for a bike that’s reliable, versatile, and easy to maintain. It’s not going to blow you away with raw power, but it’s got that classic charm and solid performance that makes it a joy to ride. Show less

As an older rider I enjoy the stability of the bike, especially when conditions are wet. I feel comfortable starting/stopping/resting on all surfaces and weather conditions. I have ridden at 60MPH and the ride is still smooth. I also feel safe in all kinds of traffic because I am easily visible to other drivers Show less

This is by far the nicest bike that I have ever owned, it’s capabilities far exceed my own….it is light and nimble but still sticks to the road very well in the gusty high wind…This bike is very easy to ride and you will find this an ideal bike for a beginner, newly licensed rider to gain experience…. That can grow with you as you gain experience and confidence,,, With it’s six speed transmission and power band it easily cruises at any speed, from urban city street speeds to open highway...it is perfect for touring with it’s powerful 853 CC V Twin Engine and long range fuel capacity, giving it a range of almost 200 miles between fuel stops ...That coupled with the comfortable Italian Leather Seat… And the maintenance requirements are so easy if you are inclined to do your own work, or even if you do hire a shop or mechanic...first of all...Shaft Drive so No Chain to have to deal with…. With the bike on the center stand …. You can easily remove both tires…And that is wonderful if you ever have a tire problem on the road... And for the rest of the routine service, you can easily change all of the fluids with your bike on the center stand, Engine Oil and Filter…. Transmission and Final Drive, are all easily accessible with the bike on the center stand and there is also room for the drain pan too….There is no coolant to worry about, and checking and setting the valves couldn't be easier.. Nothing to pull, like the gas tank to gain access, because the cylinder heads are right out in the open and you check and set them the old way no shims or disassembly of the valves or head with the lock nut adjustment… I have enjoyed riding this through the mountains and canyons and across the open range through the occasional herd of cattle and surprising deer or antelope, but even the trip to check the mail, or to the store always brings a smile to my face... Show less