In the early 1950s, small capacity race machinery was almost impossible to come by – this wonderfully preserved example shows how enthusiasts tackled the problem
With its range for 1932, Triumph fought shy of radical innovation. But they did list 350 and 500cc competition models for the first time, and by doing so started a trend which all other manufactuers have followed ever since. Alan Berry owns a rare survivor of the 500cc CD version...
Alfred Angas Scott - visionary and engineering genius. John Thorpe looks at the forgotten work by the designer
The stylish Norton International was a mainstay of the Norton range for over 25 years, affording road riders the opportunity to straddle a close relative of the famous Manx
From fabled racing machines to fabulous road burners, this four cylinder engine has powered them all. Tim Holmes runs through the development
The Royal Enfield Bullet is a machine which has been in production for many years, though few look better than this superb example
The first of Norton’s Commandos was a radical looking machine, as exampled by this stunning specimen
Norton’s famous – and successful – Commando came in a number of guises, but is any more handsome than the S Type?
The Norton Jubilee was launched in 1958, Norton’s Diamond Jubilee year, and though it perhaps wasn’t universally loved, it still has its devotees to this day
Encyclopaedia of Classic Motorcycles: the definitive classic motorcycle guide
Current Issue: Issue 40-06 - June 2013
• Joan Westbrook interview
• Jerry Thurston column
• Archive photograph
• Which model? (Norton 500cc twins)
• BSA M20 super profile
• Moto Guzzi Bicilindrica – history and test
• Reader’s restoration – Triumph Tiger 100
• Straight from the plate – 1963 Thruxton 500 miler
• Ted Mellors’ reflections
• Bantam engine build
• Restoration guide - Triumph 3T
Issue 40-06 - June 2013
Where legends come to life...
Find a Stockist
Use our handy tool to find your nearest stockist!
Subscribe to The Classic MotorCycle
With roots that stretch back to 1903 and a motorcycling archive without equal, The Classic MotorCycle has more to offer the true vintage motorcycle enthusiast than any other publication.
The Classic MotorCycle is published monthly, and available throughout the world in major outlets or by subscription. It is also available via Zinio digital magazines for PC, Mac or iPad / Android tablets.
• Subscribe today - www.classicmagazines.co.uk
