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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, the motorcycling world was having a few issues as the public began to have doubts about whether motorcycles were practical,…

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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 the entrants. Words: MICHAEL BARRACLOUGH Photography: MORTONS MEDIA ARCHIVE The remarkable turnout made for a fantastic start to the day’s…

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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 which, for the first time, would be available with a unit-construction engine and gearbox. Here we see John Moore-Brabazon, First…

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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 Bickers scooped both the British and European 250cc crowns. Words: Richard Rosenthal Photography: Mortons Media Group Archive Each branch of…

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After a recent run of back luck, Bob McIntyre got his Grand Prix season back on track with a stunning win in Belgium, with Mike Hailwood, Ernst Degner, Jim Redman and Florian Camathias also scooping up some big wins. Words: MICHAEL BARRACLOUGH Photography: MORTONS MEDIA ARCHIVE The threatening rainclouds that had lurked overhead during the…

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The 16th Anglo-Dutch Trial brought together a host of veteran machinery for four days of historic riding. When members of the Netherlands Motorcycle Club visited the Isle of Man for the 1911 Tourist Trophy they came up with the idea of an international contest between them and the Brits. The rules were simple: each country…

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On August 15-16, sprinting returned to east Kent, as Ramsgate reverberated to the sound of racing. Words: Alan Turner Photography: Alan Turner & Carol Green Government Acre is a large flat grass area at the top of the Western Cliff at Ramsgate, at the eastern end of Kent. Used occasionally as a venue for classic…

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