New vs. Old 2007
Once again, we modify a couple of older-generation models-an '01 Suzuki GSX-R1000 and a Yamaha R6S-and compare them to the latest GSX-R and R6 to see just how far performance has progressed
'07 Yamaha R6S Modifications-Basically the older-generation R6, we sprinkle in performance mods to the "budget R6"
'01 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Modifications-Sprucing up what used to be considered the ultimate literbike
Equalizing Rubber-Bridgestone's BT-002 RS for the literbikes, Metzeler Sportec M3 for the middleweight Yamahas
First Ride: Z1000!
Kawasaki substantially revises its liter-size urban weapon-SR's senior ed Le Tres Vite reports
Formula Street Xtreme
Lockhart Phillips USA builds a screaming 599cc project bike tribute to two-time AMA Formula Xtreme champion Miguel Duhamel
Special 19-Page Section: HOT-WEATHER GEAR BUYER'S GUIDE
A Sport Rider buyer's guide to jackets, pants, gloves, boots and other riding apparel designed to beat the heat of summer
PIT PASS: A Hard Road Ahead
Jumping headfirst into the deep end, Eraldo Ferracci leads MV Agusta's AMA Superbike effort as the venerated brand looks to return to racing glory
WHEELSPIN
Despite popular belief, it's not always necessary to scream your engine into redline to go quick
FULL PIN
Depressing Data-- Datalogging shows just how different the pros ride from the rest of us
MAIL BOX
Spec charts, "chicken strips" and tire pressures, more literbikes and new riders discussion, etc.
LATE BRAKING
Triumph unveils its "Street Triple" naked version of the Daytona 675, plus Indy USGP and possible WSB rounds in U.S.
BITCHIN' FRESH KIT
OnGuard Boxer 5100 lock, Cruz Tools 1/4-inch sliding T-Driver, Roadgear XKJ boots, EZ Chock, Sato Racing titanium/carbon fiber exhaust system, Sidi Scorpion Air boots, Dowco Fastrax luggage, Jig-A-Loo lubricant
RIDING SKILLS SERIES
Conquering corners-How to stay one step ahead of your bike while cornering
SR TESTED
Joe Rocket RKT101 helmet, Spidi Race Vent gloves, Aerostich Tire Repair Kit
BENCHRACING
Who we are-by Jeff Hughes
ASK THE GEEK
Aligning wheels, over-tightened oil drain bolts, tire "heat cycles"
ART & SCIENCE
MotoGP tech-A closer look at the new 800s
GEARBAG
Tooltagz socket wraps, Chatterbox GMRS X1 Bluetooth helmet communicators, Ingersoll Rand IQV series cordless mini-drill, "The World's Fastest Motorcycle" DVD, Bel-Ray EXP Semi-synthetic oil, Hel Performance brake lines, AGV Sport Laguna Road Race boots, Akrapovic Evolution exhaust for Yamaha R1