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Want a motorcycle for Christmas? Ok, you’ll probably have to ask Father Christmas for that one, but we have got all the motorcycling stocking fillers you could ever wish for this festive season. Why not spend your time wisely and gen up on what’s hot (and what’s not) in the world of two-wheels. Whether you’re…

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Hope this may be of interest – I was long ago given this old trophy, it belonged to an aunt in Manchester. The chap who was presented with it received it in 1913; he was my aunt’s step-father, his name Harry Taylor. My aunt gave it to me while having a clear out, as she…

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Just writing to say I enjoyed the article in the November issue of The Classic Motorcycle, regarding the Lakeland Motor Museum. My father, Peter Gasson, was a fan of AJW motorcycles and at one time had five in his collection. He used his 1938 JAP engine model extensively, and rode from Surrey over to the…

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The Isle of Man Government has confirmed that the next TT will take place from Saturday 28 May to Saturday 11 June in 2022. It’s sad news – but considering the continued uncertainty as a result of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the Isle of Man TT organisers have bitten the bullet and made the call to cancel…

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Mortons Books’ biggest sale of the year has arrived! You can get a HUGE 30% OFF ALL BOOKS from Black Friday through to 11:59pm on Cyber Monday PLUS you can get FREE UK delivery. Whether you are treating yourself or ticking off your Christmas lists, Mortons Books have a huge range of books from rail…

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The traditional curtain-raiser to the classic season – the Bristol Classic Bike Show – is for one year only switching to a new summer date to try and beat the COVID-19 pandemic. Usually held in February at the Royal Bath & West Showground in Somerset, the 2021 event will be at the same venue but…

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The UK’s biggest and best classic off road show is getting a new date for one year only, as the scene aims to fight back against the COVID-19 pandemic. Normally held each February, the Classic Dirt Bike Show in Telford will switch weekends to May 15 and 16 for 2021. Given the continued uncertainty surrounding…

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Whilst The National Motorcycle Museum is closed to visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic, the online retail shop is still operating as normal.  Full of Christmas gift ideas for the classic two-wheel enthusiast, the museum’s online shop hosts lots of classic motorcycling related items, as well as their own museum branded clothing. James Hewing, Museum Director, said: “Due to COVID-19 we won’t…

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More than 50 British motorcycles – and motorcycle-related cars –from the National Motorcycle Museum will be offered by Bonhams Motorcycle Department at the Winter Saleon the weekend of December 5/6 at Bicester Heritage. The sale will be conducted online, though viewing will be available at Bicester. Highlights include some fabulous vintage ware, including two Bullnose…

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Every year, Andy Tiernan (www.andybuysbikes.com) produces a superb charity calendar, with images (including this Rocket III) by artist Mike Harbar, with all proceeds going to East Anglian Air Ambulance. Last year over £2000 was raised.Visit Andy’s website to buy. Read more News and Features at www.classicmotorcyle.co.uk and in the December 2020 issue of The Classic…

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