In this issue, confessions of a bike tester, profile on Ducati's 851 - a legend built by a legendary team of engineers - Suzuki's super X5-based commuter, the SB200, tested, Yamaha RD350, plus project Yamaha TDR250, finished at last! On sale now...
• Dealer's special
Big power, heavy metal. Kawasaki’s ZX-10.
• Spotter's guide
The original. The Widow Maker. Kawasaki’s H1.
• Gizmo
Body armour – it’s not just for Power Rangers.
• Super commuter
Suzuki’s SB200 two-stroke made commuting fun.
• Ducati 851/888
The machines which made Ducati what it is now.
• Reader's special
1960s-style Honda CB750 café racer.
• Mira files
Not all test bikes were wonders of the modern age.
• Workshop
Damper repairs, removing tank liners, Project TDR.
• Buying guide
Yamaha XT250. Big bro’s looks without the price.
• Showstopper
An air-cooled reverse cylinder RD350? Really.
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