Sportbike Project Bikes

Check out Motorcycle USA's 2008 Yamaha YZF-R1. In this episode we install Traxxion Dynamics fork modifications, a Penske Racing rear shock, Galfer and Ferodo braking components and Bridgestone racing tires.

While Ducati faithful anxiously await the release of the 1198, here's a few tips that can help you get the most out of your 1098.

Follow along as MotorcycleUSA gets its hands on a 2008 Yamaha YZF-R1 and begins transforming it into a pavement pounder both on the street and the track.

In Part 2 we add on a Hotbodies undertail exhaust to our Honda CBR600RR and take the project bike out to a couple trackdays.

In the four years that Honda's CBR600RR has been in existence, it has set standards for its unflappable chassis, rider-friendly suspension and, of course, its slick appearance.

Another convert is born after Hutch gets his first taste of the fun and excitement of mini roadracing.

Our first mini road racing attempt netted us some fun but no trophies. A litany of excuses follows.