From The Archive
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Reference: Rudge Special
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One man’s lifelong love affair with his Rudge has resulted in a show winner that means far more than money to its owner…
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Reference: Excelsior Manxman J14
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The Excelsior Manxman is, without question, one of the most visually appealing motorcycles of the 1930s. The 500cc version is also especially rare…
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Reference: Velocette LE 1948 – 1971
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Velocette’s LE had a long production life, which indicated success, but it also absorbed a colossal post-war investment from the company, which in hindsight arguably did irreparable damage to the manufacturer…
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Reference: Triumph Bonneville T120R
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Triumph’s Bonneville was, for many, at about its peak in 1969 as it had the twin leading shoe front brake and all the other refinements gradually introduced through the 1960s and was still pre oil-in-frame. This US spec example from that season underlines the point…
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Reference: Triumph TR5 Trophy
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Though functional-looking, the Triumph TR5 is also arguably one of the most beautiful motorcycles ever made – and this one’s a real stunner…
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Reference: A to Z classic reference: Buchet – Cazenave
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Encyclopaedia of Classic Motorcycles: the definitive classic motorcycle guide
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Reference: A to Z classic reference: Talbot – Thor
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Encyclopaedia of Classic Motorcycles: the definitive classic motorcycle guide
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Reference: Norton Works 30M
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Officially sanctioned by Norton, the Works Racing 30M is a top quality classic racer, built to exacting modern standards…
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Reference: Vincent Comet Series A
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Series A Vincent-HRD singles were the model which set the Stevenage maker on the road to immortality. The story goes that the engine was designed in under four months, as Vincent was disillusioned by the performance of ‘bought in’ engines…
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Reference: AJS G6
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The 350cc ohv AJS is one of the iconic machines of the vintage era, famed for its light weight and sporty performance. James Robinson takes up the story…
