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Sports-tourers are alive, well and fitter than ever

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Former Honda chief development rider, ex-Honda Racing UK boss, and Bonhams specialist writes for MCN

No matter what the onslaught of incredible stats, it’s the gearknob I remember most. Sure, when the McLaren F1 was launched in 1994 it cost £540,000 (plus taxes) and there was talk of a 6.0-litre V12

Supercharged missile that boasted 300bhp and put the Ninja back on the map

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…