1000cc SUPERSPORTS TEST. The 2004 crop of 1000cc sports bikes come with power-to-weight rations so scary the reaper is looming. But fear not, take Superbike's hand as we scythe through the valley of death to find out who's seen the light and who is doomed for all eternity.

Harris Performance is Britain's best-known GP bike builder. If you've got enough cash, the legendary firm will build you one too. Al tests three levels of GP replica heaven.