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When struggling to find some parts for his own restoration projects, Andy Marks decided he would have to arrange manufacture himself. It made sense to manufacture in small batches, so he set up Kingpin Components so all the parts could be made available to others as well. The range of parts is continually increasing with…

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The National Motorcycle Museum has announced lots of unusual new products. Museum director James Hewing commented: “Among the additions to our range is a replica revolving and illuminated BSA dealership sign. “The museum also has the best motorcycling bookshop in the world and our complete range of books, plus all our other unique motorcycling gifts…

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Moon Eyes tells the remarkable story of this down-to-earth racing legend in his own words.

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Despite the weather causing a postponement, the Bristol Classic Motorcycle show took place after all, three weeks later than planned. Photographs: Dave Manning Originally scheduled for the weekend of February 2/3, heavy snow meant that organisers were left with no option but to call off The 39th Carole Nash Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show (actually held…

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First time winners and debutants make their mark at the annual – and this year well supported – Talmag Trophy Trial. Words and photographs: Andy Withers The Talmag is addictive for classic riders and enthusiasts alike. Traditionally held on the last Sunday in January, it’s etched on calendars as a must-see winter event, with many…

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Bonhams biggest motorcycle auction to date April 27-28.

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The ASI MotoShow takes place from May 24-26 at the Ricardo Paletti circuit in Varano, Parma. The event is for motorcycles built before 1997 and attracts a fabulous, diverse entry, from single-geared pioneer era machines to screaming early 1990s two-stroke racers. Now in its 18th year, around 750 participating motorcycles are anticipated. Public admission is…

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There was a new world record of £425,500 for a Brough-Superior SS100 established at H&H’s auction at the National Motorcycle Museum on March 2. The subject SS100 was owned and ridden by F P ‘Gentleman’ Dickson in the 1920s. Dickson was George Brough’s closest friend and they entered many events together as the Brough factory…

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