Fifty years ago the biggest name in two-wheeled tourers was born. Funny thing is, in 1975 the original GL1000 was meant to be a superbike…

Honda’s new £11,999 CB1000GT tall-rounder is a riot of electrickery and long-distance comfort

Suzuki, Honda and Husqvarna have all given their middleweight roadsters a retro-inspired modern makeover – but which deserves your cash?

Well, certainly a nephew. New Honda CB1000GT sports-tourer gets semiactive suspension, comfy seats and big power from the Hornet

Suzuki apply electronics and GX styling to the SV650 to create the new SV-7GX – a plausible Tracer 7 rival

Matt gets sweaty with new ride. In some woods. With other men…