If the CBG Winter Classic was anything to go by, then this year is going to be a good, busy one. Words: JAMES ROBINSON Photographs: GARY CHAPMAN With trade stand numbers up, exhibitor spaces full,
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Category: News
Mark, Mortimer and the Moto-chariot
The Southern Off-Road and Racing Show at Kempton Park was held on December 7, once more showing that classic sport is alive, well and thriving. Words and photographs: ALAN TURNER Kempton Park Race Course (horses,
Read moreLes Archer (1929-2019)
Les Archer, European 500cc Motocross Champion in 1956, died at his home in Spain just before Christmas. He was 90. Born on February 27, 1929, Archer was born into a family of racers – his
Read moreBonhams at Stafford
There’s some interesting machinery already confirmed for Bonhams’ April Stafford sale, in particular, a couple of rare vintage V-twins. One, a 1927 Matchless M3/S, of 990cc, right; the other a 1928 Montgomery, powered by a
Read moreAmazing opportunity
Team Obsolete is seeking a skilled race mechanic/engine builder for their Brooklyn, New York, shop. This is a unique opportunity to work on the world’s most exotic ‘Holy Grail’ historic race bikes, such as Hailwood’s
Read moreTelford off-road show
The Classic Dirt Bike show, sponsored by Hagon Shocks, takes place at Telford over the weekend of February 15/16, and has American trials star and 1979 world trails champion Bernie Schreiber and also 1970 British
Read moreEarly Stafford news
The Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show, to be held over April 25/26, at Stafford showground, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. 2020 also marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day, so something of a
Read moreInside the March issue of The Classic MotorCycle!
Drawing on an archive stretching back to 1903, The Classic MotorCycle provides an unparalleled insight into more than a century of motorcycle design, development, riding, racing and much more.
Read moreThe way out west
The Tour Poitou-Charentes Motos Anciennes sees a fine collection of old machines take to the rural roads of western France. Words and photographs: MIKE DAVIS For those who want more than a day in the
Read moreSunny days, simple pleasures
The TUAR Club Rally in September is an example of good, pure motorcycling fun. Words and photographs: MIKE DAVIS What better way can there be to spend a sunny September Sunday than meandering along country
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