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  • Reference: NSU-Vincent Fox

    Reference: NSU-Vincent Fox

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    Vincent and NSU entered into a little known partnership, to sell lightweight commuter motorcycles on the British market. This is a rare survivor…

  • Buying Guide: BMW singles

    Buying Guide: BMW singles

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    To most classic enthusiasts the hallowed name of BMW is associated with bikes having two cylinders sticking out sideways. Rod Ker offers a different point of view…

  • Workshop: Yamaha XS650 overhaul: 2

    Workshop: Yamaha XS650 overhaul: 2

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    Rod Gibson rolls up his sleeves and completes the Yamaha’s engine and gearbox rebuild but it’s not going back in the frame just yet – the owner is so pleased with the motor that he’s now going for a full restoration…

  • Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 5

    Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 5

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    Rod Gibson carries out the final tweaks and adjustments to our project Honda CB750K2 restoration, and it looks like it’s just left the factory. But what does it ride like?

  • Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 4

    Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 4

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    Looking good! Our project Honda CB750K2 takes a big step towards completion, as Classic Mechanics editor Rod Gibson finishes the engine and re-fits the wheels and suspension…

  • Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul:2

    Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul:2

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    The engine from our restoration bike has given 33 years’ solid service and warranted a good looking-at before being pressed back into service. Now, I have to admit it’s some time since I last plunged into the innards of an sohc 750 Honda so I was relishing this opportunity to become reacquainted with the beast…

  • Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 1

    Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 1

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    The Honda had given 33,000 miles of solid service but an overhaul was due, so it was time to think about getting the engine out of the frame for a closer inspection of its internals. Rod Gibson dons his overalls…

  • Workshop: Yamaha XS650 overhaul: 2

    Workshop: Yamaha XS650 overhaul: 2

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    Rod Gibson rolls up his sleeves and completes the Yamaha’s engine and gearbox rebuild but it’s not going back in the frame just yet – the owner is so pleased with the motor that he’s now going for a full restoration…

  • Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 5

    Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 5

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    Rod Gibson carries out the final tweaks and adjustments to our project Honda CB750K2 restoration, and it looks like it’s just left the factory. But what does it ride like?

  • Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 4

    Workshop: Honda CB750K2 overhaul: 4

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    Looking good! Our project Honda CB750K2 takes a big step towards completion, as Classic Mechanics editor Rod Gibson finishes the engine and re-fits the wheels and suspension…

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