Sportsbikes

In 2005, Kawasaki again revamped the ZX-6R. Engine speed increased again by 1000 rpm resulting in 113 hp (84 kW) at 12250 rpm. The frame and swingarm were updated, but the main changes from its predecessor lay in the design. The aluminum frame was now painted flat black, fairings were more round, and integrated turn [...]

A major revision for the open-class Honda resulted in the CBR929RR, aimed squarely at the Yamaha YZF-R1. A completely new 929 cc (56.7 cu in) engine incorporated fuel injection, more oversquare cylinder dimensions, larger valves set at a narrower included angle, lighter internals, and an all-titanium, HTEV-equipped exhaust system. The “pivotless” chassis had the swingarm [...]