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Supertest 2004 Preview

21 riders from 13 magazines from 10 countries test 16 bikes at one racetrack over three days


2004 Bike Group Front Right View
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Recently our intrepid editors ventured to Circuito De Velocidad De Almeria in Spain to take part in Supertest 2004, a giant three-day racetrack flog with all the 2004 sport bikes. Riders from 10 magazines rode each bike, and rated performance based on comfort, engine, suspension, equipment and price parameters. Lap times were also recorded for each rider on each bike.

At the conclusion of the test, all the votes were tallied and a winner in the Superbike and Supersport categories was determined. Check out the December 2004 issue of Sport Rider for the full story. on sale October 7th.


2004 Bike Group Overhead View 2004 Bike Group High Front View 2004 Bike Group Front Right View
2004 Yamaha Yzf R1 Front Left Lean View 2004 Suzuki Gsx R Front Lean View 2004 Honda Cbr1000rr Front Side Lean View

The Superbike contenders (click for more information about each bike):



The Supersport contenders (click for more information about each bike):


2004 Triumph Daytona Rear Lean View 2004 Benelli Tornado Tre Rs Front Lean View 2004 Aprilia Rsv Mille R Factory Front Left Lean View
2004 Ducati 749S Front Side View 2004 Ducati 749S Front Left Lean View 2004 Kawasaki Zx6r Front Right Lean View

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