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BSA B25S Starfire
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Despite a few minor niggles, and the motorcycle’s trade reference to bike as the ‘hand grenade’, because it went a short distance then exploded, the BSA Starfire was a capable 250. But just a shame that it was 10 years too late…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 11
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Is it The End? Or maybe the beginning of the end? Frank Westworth rediscovers Fear Of Finishing…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 10
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The end is in sight. Or at least it would be if the lights worked. Frank Westworth wrestles with Lucas…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 9
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And now for something wheely different. Frank Westworth discovers that you should never think you know everything about Ariels…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 7
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In which starting proves to be such sweet sorrow. During the long months of an Ariel Huntmaster rebuild, Frank Westworth encounters a whole new technique for strengthening a single leg…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 6
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In which the true virtues of the Ariel Huntmaster gain appreciation and understanding. Frank Westworth remembers why British bikes are very special…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 5
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In which things start to go back together. And come apart again! Frank Westworth understands that patience is a virtue indeed…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 4
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If you’re going to rebuild a burned-out Ariel Huntmaster, then you’re going to need spare parts. Lots of them. We present Frank Westworth’s guide to autojumbling for idiots…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 3
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Is this any way to restore a traditional British classic bike? The story of Frank Westworth’s improbable rebuild continues. Slowly…
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Ariel Huntmaster rebuild: 2
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Only an expert or an optimist would attempt to rebuild a totally burned-out classic motorcycle. So here’s Frank Westworth’s guide to stripping down for idiots…
