Fast Bikes

Every issue of Fast Bikes is fuelled with high-octane definitive sportsbike tests, hardcore riding and invaluable 'regulars' too.

In depth insider news, behind the scenes race features, practical and usable advice in the Riding, Bike and Legal Masterclass sections, and exclusive columns from current MotoGP, World and British Superbike racers. It’s an unmissable package

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Upfront • PLANET FAST BIKES – NEW METAL, NEWS & REVIEWS

SPEED REDEFINED • Surprises come in all shapes and sizes, including clip-on clad, carbon-kitted supernakeds with 180bhp on tap. Say hello to the limited-edition Speed Triple 1200 RX…

STREETS AHEAD • Ducat’s new sub-litre naked might bealittle more conforming than its predecessor, but it’s definitely no less exceptional. In fact, it’s mind-blowingly good…

TRIAL BY TÉNÉRÉ • If you’re into adventure bikes, Yamaha’s Ténéré should need zero introduction. But the brilliance of 2025’s new models most definitely need shouting about…

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE… • To clear up the differences between the Rally and the Standard, here’s what you need to know, alongside the fact the Rally will set you back an extra £1000 over the base model… but it’s money well spent, if you ask us.

SHARK AERON: HEADS-UP • If you're in the market for a feature-laden and road-inclined sports helmet of premium quality, SHARK's new Aeron could be just the ticket.

HONDA RACING UK BSB & TT FIREBLADES

MONSTER MASH • Ducati’s overlooked superbike-engined sporty roadster is a great used buy.

OTHER THINGS TO KNOW…

BMW'S S1000RR: THE STORY SO FAR… • It's hard to believe that the BMW S1000RR arrived on the scene 16 years ago and absolutely pulverised the world of sportsbikes. Since then, the model's never stopped evolving, pioneering some of the most innovative and unexpected tech, while proving proving a av winner on track and in the showrooms alike. To pay homage, we relive its journey through some of the most stand-out versions…

2009 S1000RR

2012 HP4

2014 HP4 Race

2019 S1000RR

2020 M1000RR

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LONGTERMER KAWASAKI NINJA 1100SX SE

Geared Up • ALL THE LATEST, COOLEST & TRICKEST PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS

PROJECT CORNER STEVE LANE'S HONDA VFR-RC45 • Welcome to our project-themed paradise. A place where readers like you take a few snaps, tell a few tales, and get to show us what they’ve been grafting away at in their garages. This month we’re taking a look at Steve Lane’s Honda VFR-RC45 Project…

GAVIN GREWAL

Legal A CONTRACT ON TRACK? • If you borrow a bike on track and someone wipes you out, are you still liable for the repair costs?

Chatter

Is it time for a modern-day stroker? • It feels like a lifetime since we last saw a two-stroke road bike taking pride of place in a dealership, but the wait for a resurrection might be closer than we think…

You & Yours

Christian Iddon

Tried Out • THE VERY BEST KIT – USED, ABUSED AND REVIEWED