1986 honda cn250

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From MCN’s seven decades of history, these are the machines that have made their mark. But which is the greatest of all?

Honda’s CX500 became the despatch riders’ go-to machine in the courier industry boom - and it can still deliver the goods today

Unassuming, affordable, but also brilliant – for more than 25 years. Suzuki’s SV650 has nurtured novices and entertained veterans alike. But is this epic era coming to an end? SV650 expert – and owner – Martin Fitz-Gibbons investigates…