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BSA Rocket Gold Star
The modern Gold Star has stolen the limelight of late. But, as Rowena Hoseason explains, BSA built a rip-snorting roadster back in 1962, one which combined the best that both the famous 500 single and the stalwart 650 twin had to offer…
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November / December 2024
Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on. Classic Racer magazine covers everything from tests of historic racing machinery, written by those who rode them, to tales of the heroes who made the sport great. With detailed bike profiles we take you so close to your favourite…
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November 2024
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Who are The Classic Competition Company and what is this all about?
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. The Classic Competition Company was born from a passion to provide our customers with the opportunity to win their dream classic vehicle. How do I enter a competition? You can enter a competition by clicking “Enter Now”. Answer the question and select the…
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New bookazine celebrates the history of Triumph Motorcycles
Order the new bookazine celebrating the history of Triumph motorcycles by the editor of The Classic MotorCycle! Triumph is truly one of the most enduringly popular names in motorcycling. The word itself literally means to win and Triumph the motorcycle maker has, for the most part of its 120-plus years, been a world-class winner. Author…
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Foggy’s first World Superbike championship, 30 years on
It’s three decades since Carl Fogarty became World Superbike champion for the first time.
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AJS Lightweights
Many RealClassic riders are keen to find a trim and nimble motorcycle with classic credentials. Rowena Hoseason considers the modern AJS range – and talks to actual owners who’ve bought these bikes…
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Unfairly maligned? Another look at the Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat
Often maligned and sniggered at for its name, the Yamaha YZF600R Thundercat is actually a very good, cheap bike. Andy Bolas is the cat who’s got the cream…
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From the archive: The travelling motorcycle repair shop
Mobile service in the southwest of the UK, offered by Plymouth company Chapman’s, is put to work righting a rear tyre ‘issue.’
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October 2024
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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October 2024
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In the workshop: stripping an engine
Check your oil level! Such an obvious statement, which many ignore at times – but to our cost…
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November 2024
The November edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling. Drawing on an archive stretching back to 1903, The Classic MotorCycle magazine provides an unparalleled insight into more than a century of motorcycle design, development, riding,…
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Riding two Kawasaki KH250s
The weather’s good, the roads are clear and he’s got TWO saucy Kawasaki two-stroke triples to play on… Steve Cooper is in heaven!
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Get your engines revved up for the next Kempton Autojumble – with a twist – on October 26!
Kempton Autojumble is fast approaching and this month we’re adding something special – Scooter Day! In addition to classic motorcycle parts that stretch as far as the eye can see, you’ll find a range of scootering stalls to explore. Plus, we’re delighted to welcome Stan Bates, the editor of Scootering magazine, who will be showcasing his…
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Biking heaven returns at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash next week
Biking heaven returns: Legendary bikes and racing history on display at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash, October 12 – 13.
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Simply Smoking
Classic Bikes Shows’ Tom Ashmore picks out just some of the bikes vying to be the Best in Show (or any prize their owners can get their hands on!) at October’s Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show from October 12-13.
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The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash returns with epic battle of legends
Get ready for a showdown at Stafford County Showground as racing titans Carl Fogarty and Frankie Chili reunite to relive their legendary battles, victories, and fierce rivalry at The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash.
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Top 10 reasons to visit the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash
Get ready for the year’s premier classic motorcycle show at Staffordshire County Showground, featuring special guests, world firsts, and a world-class auction! Here are the top 10 reasons why this must-attend event should be on your calendar…
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Gallery: Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show Autumn 2023
We can’t wait for this year’s Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show in a few weeks! In the meantime, take a look back with us at last year’s event.
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LIMITED EDITION: Honda RC164 timepiece
Limited-edition Honda RC164 Stella timepiece commemorates 60 years of the iconic Honda Six motorcycle Sixty years ago, Soichiro Honda took the world of motorcycle grand prix racing by storm with a stunning piece of engineering, the impact of which has endured. The Honda Six was a seminal moment in race engineering history – a vision…
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Is the 500cc Triumph the most important British motorcycle ever made?
There’s something about 500cc Triumphs which brings a smile to the face, exampled perfectly by this willing, beautifully presented version.
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From the archive: BSA C15
With the factory focused on its star man’s 500cc world title it fell to others to keep the C15 flag flying for BSA.
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October 2024
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Your 2025 Stratford Autojumble Dates Are Here!
Get ready for another year of Stratford Autojumble—we’ve got the official dates for 2025!
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Classic Racers: Jimmy Aird
What can be said about hard-as-nails Jim ‘Jimmy’ Aird, legendary off-roader, Scottish champion and proprietor of SCOTT Leathers?
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Cadwell Park celebrates 90 years this weekend
This year marks a huge milestone for Cadwell Park as this iconic circuit celebrates its 90th birthday.
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Yamaha RD250LC: swansong of the 250cc learner motorcycle
They were the answer to the dreams of a generation and, like so many good things, were banned. We bring you a guide to the Yamaha RD250 and 350 LC.
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Warco hold an Open Showroom Week at their new location in Passfield, Hampshire
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. Warco are delighted to be holding an Open Showroom Week with generous in-person-only deals. However, for those not able to attend, Warco are offering a generous 20% of Accessories during the same period. To get the exclusive 20% off code delivered to your…
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October 2024
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Why you should ride the Ducati 350 SCR
Our Scoop is in a hurry to forget the modern Ducati Scramblers. He says you should ride the real deal – the Ducati 350 SCR.
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Foggy and the Isle of Man TT
Forget the jungle, British bike hero Carl Fogarty reckons his bravest exploits came at the Isle of Man TT and helped him to his first world titles…
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Bat-Martinsyde V-twin: rare survivor of collaboration between two high-end motorcycle makers
This machine, possibly a unique survivor, was the result of a joining by two now largely-forgotten, high-end motorcycle makers.
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September 2024
Welcome to Old Bike Mart, the subscription-only newspaper with a huge selection of classic motorcycle classified ads.
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Your favourite classic bike shows are now in you pocket!
Classic Bike Shows, the organisers of the UK’s most-loved biking events, are excited to announce the launch of their brand-new app. The app allows enthusiasts to stay up to date with all the latest happenings in the classic bike scene.
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Celebrate 40 Years of Normous Newark Autojumble!
Join us at the Newark Showground on September 15, 2024, as we celebrate 40 years of Normous jumbling! The Normous Newark Autojumble has been a hub for car & motorcycle enthusiasts since its inception, offering a treasure trove of car and motorcycle parts, vintage tools, and unique memorabilia. To mark this special occasion, we’re giving…
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October 2024
The October edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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Over a century of motorcycle design to be featured at Bonhams’ Autumn Stafford Sale
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. ENTRIES INVITED – CONSIGN TODAY Bonhams is celebrated for its auctions of historically significant motorcycles, and their ‘Holy Grail’ collection boasts some truly remarkable gems. Among these is a 1913 Flying Merkel, owned by notable collector and display pilot Vic Norman, who acquired…
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September 2024
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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Test Ride: 2000 Honda CBR900RR FireBlade
For the 2000 model year, Honda gave their best selling CBR900RR FireBlade a massive overhaul, but was it anywhere near as good as Yamaha’s class-leading YZF-R1?
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The Vincent three-wheeler – the sports car that never was
The history of motorcycling is littered with ‘what might have beens’. John Milton takes a look at one of the more unusual of those.
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Your guide to… Kawasaki Avenger
We look at the fast two-stroke 250 Samurai and 350 Avengers.
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September 2024
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Daniel Craig’s Bond Triumph motorcycles to be auctioned in support of the RNLI
Actor Daniel Craig has donated his personal 007 edition Triumph motorcycles to raise funds for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
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From the archive: Taking the reins
This impressive device was something of a star on the Moto Guzzi scene in late 1940s/early 1950s Italy.
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September 2024
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Classic Ride: Honda V65 Magna
Is it a poor man’s V-Max or simply Honda hubris? Scoop hurtles towards the horizon on his mate’s Honda V65 Magna – known affectionately as ‘Red Molly’!
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Sell your bike at the Netley Marsh Eurojumble – September 13-14!
Netley Marsh Eurojumble is now offering you a great new opportunity for ‘Selling your bike’, on the Saturday of the event!
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Your guide to: Honda NS400R
This complex, diminutive two-stroke wannabe racer is much better to ride than you might think.
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September / October 2024
Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on.
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Autumn 2024
Welcome to Classic Dirt Bike magazine, where we celebrate the best in older off-road motorcycles and showcase those who ride them… both now and back in the day. In Issue 72 of Classic Dirt Bike magazine, you can expect all of this… Innovative excellence Based in the Italian renaissance city of Florence, Ancillotti strove to combine…
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Celebrate the 50th birthday of Honda’s CB400F Four
Honda’s evergreen classic – the CB400F Four – turns 50 this October and The David Silver Honda Collection aims to celebrate in style with a huge open day. The Collection wants to get many owners together and take part in an awards event on September 28 which will aim to find the following: The event…
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Classic Racers: Mick Doohan
A look at the life and career of five-time consecutive 500 cc World Championships Mick Doohan. Photographs: Nick Nicholls collection at Mortons Archive “That is my bloody traction control mate…” Mick Doohan points to his right wrist, leaving the young journalist asking the question, a tad flustered.Article continues below… Advert Enjoy more classic motorcycle reading,…
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August 2024
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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August 2024
Welcome to Old Bike Mart, the subscription-only newspaper with a huge selection of classic motorcycle classified ads.
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From the archive: When AJS tried to beat the motorcycle speed world record
Though reportedly it ‘handled like a camel’ and other such unflattering sobriquets, this AJS V-twin would’ve ruled the motorcycle world if it had been down to just good looks.
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September 2024
The September edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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Test Ride: 2001-2005 Triumph 955i Tiger
Now more than 20 years old you can bag Triumph’s 955i Tiger adventure bike for around two grand. Bertie Simmonds goes big-game hunting…
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August 2024
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Your guide to… Moto Guzzi California
One man’s purchase has turned out to be a classic discovery for potential Moto Guzzi owners – but most examples are much better! It’s all part of the fun of 1970s Italian cruiser ownership.
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1924 Warwick Sports
This rare machine examples a popular early 1920s trend when a collection of proprietary components were brought together to provide basic, reliable transport. Words: JAMES ROBINSON Photographs: GARY CHAPMAN In the early 1920s, it seemed there was a motorcycle maker for every letter of the alphabet – in fact, many more than one for the…
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‘Rock & Ride!’ Planet Rock RADIO Announced as Media Partner for the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash
The famous event, held at Stafford County Showground, over the 12-13th October 2024 is the number one classic motorcycling event in the world. With thousands of bikes on display, live stunts, the famous Bonhams auction and World Champions Carl Fogarty and Frankie Chili as star guests – the show attracts thousands of visitors from across…
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August 2024
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Turning a Honda CB175 into a Hailwood homage
Steve Cooper on how to change a humble Honda CB175 into an amazing Honda homage to the likes of Hailwood, Redman et-al!
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Your guide to… Kawasaki S1B
When making a bike for the learner market, the Japanese quickly worked out that emotion and desire was more important than technical innovation.
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July 2024
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Classic Ride: Aprilia Tuono
Few bikes can put a smile on your face like a big-capacity V-twin and Aprilia’s Tuono family can probably put the biggest grin on yer mush. But don’t expect comfort or ease-of-use, says Bertie Simmonds…
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August 2024
The August edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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John Hartle: The world champion who never was
John Milton looks back over the career of John Hartle. There are some motorcycle riders who seem destined to be world champions, for whom it can only be a matter of time before those laurels rest upon their head. If championships were decided upon skill, determination and affability, then John Hartle would have won a…
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Bonhams unveils a captivating lineup of holy grail motorcycles rapidly rolling in to their highly anticipated Autumn Stafford Sale
Every enthusiast and collector dreams of unearthing a hidden gem in a barn or garage, and Bonhams recent discovery is among the most thrilling…
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Sunbeam S7D, ‘The Gentleman’s Motorcycle’
Was the Sunbeam S7D just “a nice bit of engine stuck between two ring-doughnuts”? Well, a lot depends on the quality of the doughnuts!
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July 2024
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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Head to Classic Motorcycle Day at Crich Tramway Village in July
Crich Tramway Village will be celebrating ‘Classic Motorcycle Day’ on Sunday 7th July.
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July Jumbles with Classic Bike Shows
Looking for something to do in July? We’ve got you covered with the ‘Normous Newark and Kempton Autojumbles! With hundreds of traders joining us across the two events you’re bound to find that missing piece you’ve been looking for!
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Yamaha XS650: the best all-round Japanese classic?
Big parallel twins are back in fashion, apparently, but Scoop rides an original example, Yamaha’s XS650C.
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Classic Racers: Giacomo Agostini
Giacomo Agostini – a legend and all-time most successful rider in Grand Prix history. Eight 500cc championships and seven 350cc championships: perhaps his astonishing record will never be surpassed?
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July 2024
Don’t want to miss out on the latest issue of Classic Bike Guide? Get the magazine delivered to your front door by heading to Classic Magazines – you won’t even have to leave the house! Yet again, Classic Bike Guide magazine has everything you need to buy, sell, ride and restore your classic bike! To read the July…
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July / August 2024
Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on. Classic Racer magazine covers everything from tests of historic racing machinery, written by those who rode them, to tales of the heroes who made the sport great. With detailed bike profiles we take you so close to your favourite…
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July 2024
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Yamaha Fazer 1000 test ride: a modern classic?
Yamaha’s Fazer 1000 was supposed to be THE naked litre-class bike, but strange pricing and fierce competition meant things didn’t go to plan. Andy Bolas rides the Fazer and finds its future as a classic is as bright as its paintwork.
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Velocette Venom test ride
This well turned out Velocette Venom was possessed of the lightest clutch imaginable.
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TR3OC National Rally Celebrates 50 Years of Triumph Trident T160
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. Newark Showground 30th & 31st August 2024 The TR3OC, formed in 1979 is dedicated to promoting the use of BSA and Triumph push-rod engined three cylinder motorcycles, the Trident variants (T150, T160, Cardinal, Les Williams specials), BSA Rocket 3 and X-75 Hurricane, and…
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Romney Marsh Ride-in Bike Show
Elk Promotions’ popular Ride-in Show and Bike Jumble returns to Kent on Sunday, June 23.
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July 2024
The July edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling. Drawing on an archive stretching back to 1903, The Classic MotorCycle magazine provides an unparalleled insight into more than a century of motorcycle design, development, riding,…
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June 2024
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes. This month: NORTON NAVIGATOR Norton’s answer to Triumph’s ‘bathtub’ was an even more stylish rear enclosure. Frank Westworth makes no excuses…Article continues below… Advert Enjoy more…
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June 2024
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June 2024
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Works prepared: Testing out John Giles’ ISDT Triumph T100A
Back in 1961, Peter Fraser had the chance to test out the T100A prepared for John Giles to ride as part of the Trophy Team in the ISDT.
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Living in a Biker’s Paradise
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. This Sunday saw the 10th annual Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride get underway. Started originally in Sydney in 2012, this charity event has swelled to over 900 events worldwide. It also marked the 10th anniversary of the Derbyshire DGR, a route which takes in Matlock…
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Aste Bolaffi spring auction of mopeds, scooters & motorbikes
The catalogue presented by Aste Bolaffi for the spring auction of mopeds, scooters and motorbikes is as varied and interesting as never before!
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Take another look: Suzuki TC185 ride
It may look like a TS185, sound like a TS185, and certainly moves like a TS185, but it isn’t a TS185. Low and behold it’s a TC185! A what? Yes, precisely!
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What you need to know when buying an old British motorcycle
When buying an old British bike, here are some things to look out for.
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Summer 2024
Welcome to Classic Dirt Bike magazine, where we celebrate the best in older off-road motorcycles and showcase those who ride them… both now and back in the day.
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June 2024
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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The ‘bathtub’ motorcycle trend: Triumph 5TA Speed Twin & Norton Dominator De Luxe
In the late 1950s, it became ‘on trend’ to offer motorcycles with enclosure, particularly of the real wheel.
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The life and career of Geoff Duke
Geoff Duke is – for many – the definitive motorcycle racer. He was the first to really go beyond the boundary of being a ‘mere’ racer, becoming a household name.
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The history of Cadwell Park Circuit
Cadwell Park circuit nestles in the south of the Lincolnshire Wolds, climbing from a dip up the side of two of the many crests that create the surrounding rough, sea-like countryside – and is one of the UK’s best racing circuits. The tree-lined circuit is like no other. Most UK racetracks are former airfields like…
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Back to Classics Announces Grand Opening of Expanded Workshop Facilities
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. Back to Classics, a premier restoration and parts company specializing in classic Ducati motorcycles, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newly refurbished and expanded workshop facilities. The grand opening event will take place on Saturday, May 11th, from 10:00 AM…
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May 2024
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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Prescott Bike Festival returns next month
The hugely popular Prescott Bike Festival and everything you’ve come to love about the show, is back on June 23rd at the world famous Prescott Hill Climb, near Cheltenham.
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