New MCN October 8: New bikes from BMW, Aprilia and Triumph revealed

In this week’s edition of MCN we bring you the first pictures and full specifications of some of BMW’s high-tech 2009 range.

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The BMW K-series motorcycles (K1300S, K1300R and K1300GT) all get self-adjusting suspension, optional quick shifter and conventional indicator switch! Also they receive a big bore 1293cc engine, taking the power of the K1300S and K1300R to 175bhp.

Also in this edition Aprilia has finally revealed a half-faired version of the Aprilia Shiver, the Aprilia Shiver GT. As well as this the Dorsoduro will be more aggresive, the Mana and Tuono R will receive new colour schemes.

Also in this edition:

World first pictures of the Triumph Tiger SE

Bikers can be caught by forward-facing speed cameras

Brands Hatch World Superbikes is to be scrapped

Jonathan Rea could get a WSB ride for Portugal