Always wanted a Fireblade - or was it an R1? Both bikes are now brilliant-value used buys but the choice is as tricky as ever. Owners and experts weigh up the benefits of both in the all-new RiDER Power Road Test to help you find the one that's best for you.

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: the world's most comprehensive tankbag test; Kawasaki's revamped Z1000 takes on the original Zed, plus its key new rivals; Invaluable tyre guide to get the right rubber on your bike; Electrical woes - and solutions - for our project BMW. PLUS Beer, bands, bends and brilliant touring in Bavaria (not to mention Florida, Ireland, Italy, England and everywhere else readers have been visiting)

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