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Ducati Multistrada 1200 vs BMW R 1200 GS

We find out whether which one of these legendary European models make more sense on our roads?
5 min read15 Oct '12
Staff Writer

‘The Multistrada is the bike to own if speed is your thing, for performance runs riot through its Italian veins’

Trust Ducati to make even and adventure-tourer look exotic.

Stick it in "Sports" mode and the Multistrada can stitch up corners effortlessly.

Relatively slower in the twisties, an R 1200 GS isnt quite as sporty as a Ducati.

You can make a big splash astride this duo as few Indian bikes, if any, will dare to go where these can.

Digital instruments for this Ducati.

GS comes with clear to read clocks.

Cushy riding saddle offers ample support.

Switches deliver a solid, precised feel.

Unique double-headlight gaze is industrial.

Twin 305mm R 1200 GS discs come with ABS.

BMW's flat twin 1170cc powerplant has nicely trained but tamer 110 ponies

BMW's shaft drive replaces the chain on the GS.

Sculpted and split seat is broad enough.

This switch over the indicator changes ride mode.

Aggressive twin-snout for the Multistrada

USD forks after damping with riding modes.

Ducati's Multistrada is tall, well built and raring to take down every challenger on the block.

Born of reliable German engineering, BMW's R 1200GS exudes a reinforcing air of reliability.

Isle be back

We find out what makes the Isle of Man so magnetic for bike racers.
2 min read1 Oct '12
Staff Writer

Enter the Dragster

This is not your average Bullet. We get astride Vardenchi’s mighty mod.
2 min read7 Sep '12
Staff Writer

Customising a Harley

Harley-Davidson would like no two of its macho motorcycles to look, sound or ride the same. We take a look at its expansive range of add-on parts and accessories that ensure just this.
4 min read29 Feb '12
Staff Writer

With extra chrome or all-black, you can now have your Harley-Davidson just as you like it.

LED headlight enhances illumination at night while auxiliary lights add style.

Its all in the details. Mirrors, witches, levers and plam grips can be customised.

Footboards are available in a range of styles.

Stylised crankcase cover adds glamour.

Digital oil temprature gauge looks cool.

Screamin'Eagle go-faster bits are a must.

Gulf Top Fuel Drag Bike

0-100 in 0.7 seconds! Think we’re joking? We’re not. It does 400kph in under six seconds. We spend a day with this surface missile.
2 min read2 Feb '12
Staff Writer

0-100 in 0.7 seconds!

Top Fuel Motorcycles are the world’s fastest drag bikes. Races take place on purpose-built tracks across the world.

Burnouts are essential to enhance grip.

Bespoke chassis places engine and fuel tank towards front end for ideal weight distribution. The wheelbase is more than 2.5 metres long.

Carbon-fibre box is supercharger intake hat. At peak operating rpm, draws in 430-litres of air each second.

The parachute contributes as much as 20 percent to braking force. Stabilises bike during rapid deceleration.

Tightly wound throttle comes with metal bars welded on for additional grip. Red button below is to change gears.

The Gulf Oil Top Fuel drag bike is piloted by 51-year old Ian King, a five-time European Top Fuel Bike Champion.