Wild nakeds for 2007
Kawasaki has unwrapped two new-generation Zed nakeds for 2007 – a 1000 and 750.And no, they're not merely upgrades of the existing toys. The 1000 (pictured here in purple and blue) seems to be wearing a lot ZX-10R bits, including brakes and a version of the sports bike powerplant.
The styling is even wilder than its predecessor, with the four-muffler set-up bound to create some controversy.
The smaller 750 (shown in green and black) may be a little less controversial but has also come in for significant upgrades, such as a stiffer frame, 41mmm upside-down forks and a retuned engine that claims more midrange.
Suzuki has of course finally unleashed its B-King (pictured in black), which was first shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2001. The machine will use a retuned Hayabusa 1300 engine, though without the supercharger fitted to the concept bike. (What a shame! – Ed)
Meanwhile Honda has unveiled a new Hornet 600 (pictured in red), using a powerplant which the company says was developed alongside the current CBR600RR, and which claims to weigh a full 5kg less than its predecessor. Overall the company says the machine is lighter, more nimble and has considerably more midrange punch.
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