Akrapovic Evolution Line Open Exhaust - KTM 640 LC4 SUPERMOTO

Advantages: excellent torque and performance and excellent chassis
Disadvantages: riding position can be a strain after a fir bit of miles on a trip

.... In fact my dad rides a Suzuki GSXR-1000 K2 and he went out and bought an Akrapovic straight after he heard the difference between the stock exhaust on mine and then the aftermarket Akrapovic exhaust... Since I have bought my Kawasaki I have added a steering dampener, braided front back brake lines, Akrapovic Exhaust, smaller number plate and smaller indicators. I am EXTREMELY HAPPY with this bike and feel I definatly made the right choice over all the other 600 on the market. The close second choice for me was the 2003 to present version, Honda CBR 600RR...... Read review

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Advantages: fast, scrambler, good for racing
Disadvantages: It is quite pricy + needs taking care of.

...A KTM is genrally a good bike all round, although it really depends on what you really need, and want! When I got my KTM I thought that it was a great bike all round. 1 little problem though, it wasn't a road bike! If you are looking for a road bike, then a Fireblade is an exellent choice to make. Anyway, the performance of the KTM is very good, as long as it is taken care of. If this bike gets absolutly no attention at all, then it won't run very smoothly and may not fulfill your requirements. an exellent choice either way, i praise any1 who buys this bike.... Read review

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Advantages: lots of fun to ride, great handling, funky looks
Disadvantages: slow, requires lots of modifications to get the best performance (but it's worth it!)

...you can get your feet on the ground first. The handlebars are wide and the seat well padded and comfy. The twin headlights are very powerful making bad weather or night riding no problem at all. Fit Philips Blue Vision bulbs for the finishing touch. Underneath the seat there is space for a U lock, a toolkit, mobile phone and wet weather gear. The brakes are up to the usual high Yamaha standard. The front brake is almost too good: slamming it on at 30mph results in the rear end lifting nicely. Lots of fun! 2 stroke 125's have the advantage over 4 strokes in that they have to be restricted in order to qualify for the 12bhp/60mph learner laws. In the TDR's case, the powervalve and exhaust limit the bike - max revs are 8,000 rpm which is about 60mph in top gear. This is great for learners and once you have passed your test you can get... Read review

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