7 - Suzuki GSX-R1000
For 2013, the GSX-R1000 receives a much-needed dose of youth and vitality in the form of a powerplant evolution and a more dynamic chassis. The most powerful Gixxer of all behaves differently to the point where we've completely forgotten the weak points of the ‘09-‘11 edition. While it appears larger than its rivals, and doesn't offer any new electronic aid, the GSX-R1000 clearly won't give up. More potent, more agile, more stable, and most importantly, easier to exploit than ever, this old-school superbike is one of the best surprises in our top 10.

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