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As a Sunday morning and occasional trackday plaything we would all have one in our garage

The fact that it begs for abuse and daft riding appeals. Stick a loud pipe on it and you'll get even more attention

Those who get to take charge of a Brutale will not be disappointed by a bike that performs as it looks: mean, lean and thoroughly crazy

New riders who like the look should take a test ride on one, as long as most of their riding is either in town or commuting

If you can afford one it looks amazing and goes very well. But cheaper options are also available

It’s a bit of a one-trick pony – go a very long way, very fast and it’ll be ideal. Deal with day-to-day practicalities and the competition will run rings around it

Unsurprisingly, the revised 999S doesn't disappoint. But is it worth nearly three grand over the standard model?

better brakes, heavier crank and even more power for 2002

Basic 2-valve air cooled motor with 1 extra horse over the standard Sport model

Superb handling sorts bike that may lack bhp but makes up for it with plenty of torque

As per 644E Dual Sport Trail but with Supermoto wheels - genius!

As per 604E Dual Sport but with bigger bore Suzuki engine as standard

Updated with a facelift, engine internals and a new swing arm.

The 620 Sport was launched this year as an alternative to the Monster 620ie for the rider who wants a bit more weather protection than the naked Monster offers as well as a slightly sportier edge. But what many riders will find appealing is that for the same price as the Japanese competition you can own a Ducati.

The speaker is rewarded with a couple of bemused looks as the assembled journalists scratch their heads and look at each other in some confusion.

The deposed King of Speed. Once the fastest sports tourer around

The Daytona just got better handling and faster to boot. She’s not as distinctive-looking as she was before, but the ride quality’s better and she’s as British as ever

Hugely impressive tourer that has never been matched for comfort and status

Definite hit, this one. Not as much anarchic fun as a Bandit 1200, but far more sophisticated. Huge amounts of midrange torque mean you just roll the throttle on and off, and it looks the business. Could well become a cult bike

An entertaining ride that is let down by inferior build quality

The cheapest way to get that badge under your belt, but it really ain't all that

Take a proven Suzuki engine, pop it in an unadventurous naked style frame and push it out the door. Short of remarkable