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A Social History of Motorcycling: Part One The Pioneers (1901 to 1924)

24th July 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

In this series of extracts from his forthcoming book, Mike Lewis looks at the evolution of social motorcycling in Britain and the USA. Words: MIKE LEWIS Photography: MORTONS MEDIA GROUP On December 12, 1896, an

Season’s round up

15th July 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

The second half of the Lansdowne campaign brought more close racing, with four champions duly crowned. Words: Richard Adams Photography: Sports-Pics and Richard Adams At the end of May, the Lansdowne Series was invited by

The German Grand Prix: Not as expected

8th July 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

When John Surtees fractured his arm in the 350cc event, thus ruling him out of any further racing, the 500cc GP event was thrown wide open. Even then there was no guarantee who would scoop

A brief chat with… Henry Cole

1st July 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

Words: MICHAEL BARRACLOUGH Photography: WORLD’S GREATEST MOTORCYCLE RIDES Henry Cole’s television programmes about travelling the world form the cornerstone of the audio-visual diet of those afflicted with wanderlust. Spending up to five weeks at a

From the archive: In Ixion’s wheeltracks

16th June 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

It was 110 years ago when a well-known motorcycling name undertook a feat of endurance on a Triumph.A group of enthusiasts felt it had to be recognised… Words: Nick Jonckheere Photography: John Mijatovic In 1905,

Superb Single: Vincent Comet

10th June 2020 Shannon Butcher Features

“High performance single with magnificent roadholding, steering and brakes,” was the way The MotorCycle described the Vincent Comet when they tested it in 1950.

From the archive: Crystal Palace Grand Prix

9th June 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

A bounty of thrills at Crystal Palace: A 10,000-strong crowd turned up to watch the racing on Sydenham’s mile-long circuit in May 1927, and they were treated to some fine displays of skilful riding from

from the archive: Classic camera – Earls Court: The boss and the Baron at Earls Court

20th May 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

Words: MICHAEL BARRACLOUGH The Earls Court show that took place in November 1962 was a particularly exciting occasion for the Triumph contingent, as it was the first public exposure of their brand new Trophy model

Trio of Brough Superiors, right? Wrong.

13th May 2020 Sam Hewitt Features

Photo: Mortons Archive Three big V-twins, featuring plated petrol tanks and even at a glance a fine specification, with speedometers and lighting sets apparent. Brough Superiors, right? Wrong… At a glance – and to be

From the archive: 1960 Motocross: Black clouds and sunshine

13th May 2020 Sam Hewitt Features, From the Archive

Despite the gloomy start, 1960 was to be a good year for British scrambling. Established star Jeff Smith took the 500cc British Championship trophy, adding to his 1955 and 1956 awards, while new boy Dave