The DR-Z has most of the features you could reasonably hope for

More focussed than the Speed Triple RS, but friendlier than the now discontinued RR model

It’s clearly a niche machine, but well-heeled riders who crave a mix of muscular styling, a laid-back riding position and superbike performance won’t be disappointed

A proper off-roader

The real magic lies in how the Aprilia’s engine, chassis and electronics work in such glorious harmony

Unleashing all that power is impossibly easy

That little bit better, all round

More intent than ever before!

If you looked up ‘motorcycle character’ in the dictionary the Moto Guzzi, which is still built at their original factory on the banks of Lake Como, would be looking back at you, all doe-eyed, with its floppy, air-cooled cylinders sticking out each side

Fun, engaging and friendly

This bike has been a solid choice for me and was ably assisted by a friend who has the Grand Tourer model. It's not a knee down candidate of course but it does a very simple 'get it out of the garage and bimble’ very well.

Happy little bike for all occasions. Low seat for us vertically challenged people, handles great at all speeds, pokey little engine and looks great. No drama riding, just a happy little bimbler. Just wish the UK got the same colour options as the US and Japan.

Biking since 16. From a Fs1e to a gsxr1100 wp and blackbird and dozens in between.

One of the best bikes I've owned.

Fantastic engine with great riding position for someone with bad knees.

Would be great if the front forks did not vibrate at slow speeds and braking with an audible clunk past ear plugs. An issue known about by triumph but no solution yet.

Handles really well for a bike that haven’t got amazing suspension or power (given the weight). Rear brake isn’t great, front is sharp. Loves being in twisties as much as the open roads

This bike is a ber luddy brilliant little pocket rocket. But to get the best out of it, you need to ride it like you stole it. I chose the 40th Anniversary edition because it looks the mutz nutz compared to the stock one. Lets be honest, this bike is never going to be a motorway cruiser, or a...

This is a second bike for messing around on the local lanes but I’m very impressed for the price. My experience is the polar opposite to the reviewer here, who must have been on a different planet, or had a broken bike.

Not only does the bike look bespoke compared to rivals, the comfort, (hidden) tech and handling remains superb. This bike is certainly a keeper as I fear that the old 1170cc boxer (air/oil cooled) will be a thing of the past before we know it.