YOU don't have to be a learner rider to enjoy Suzuki's little DR-Z250. You could be returning to off-road riding, you might need a bike to ride to the office, with a little dirty stuff thrown in on the weekend, or you might like to gear the bike up and do some short adventure rides.
KAWASAKI hit a home run when it designed the KLX450R. It's fast without being intimidating, has ideal trail manners with its plush handling and looks great in green.
WITHIN the ranks of BMW motorcycles the G650 Xcountry is classed as a roadster style motorcycle as it's not quite a sport model, nor is it a tourer or adventure machine.
HUSQVANA may call its TE 610 a dual sport machine, but it's almost a crime to put this big bore single into that genre, due to its long heritage on the enduro scene and ability to handle the rough stuff.
FOR a cost effective dual sport machine the DR650 is hard to beat. With a reliable big bore single engine and a reputation built from years of keeping adventure riders happy.
WITH a capacity hike, a glorious three cylinder engine and oh so smooth suspension Benelli's latest incarnation of the Tornado has been well worth the wait.
KAWASAKI'S latest KLX250R is a great value trail bike built for fun in the dirt and also with excellent commuting credentials.
OFTEN the sight of a motorcycle can bring a smile to the face, but it's rare for that grin to become a mischievous smirk.
A dirt-orientated all-rounder aimed squarely at the classic 'big bore' trail rider, the KTM 625SXC is an excellent machine for those looking at a classy bike that is part performance and part work horse.




