Sam Hewitt

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Sam Hewitt

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24th April 2019

Read more News and Features in the May 2019 issue of CBG –on sale now!
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Editor Intro

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Sam Hewitt

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24th April 2019

Beauty is more than skin deep ‘How much? It’s not worth that.’ A commonly heard phrase when looking at a bike for sale. Especially a classic, or old, bike where there is no industry-wide guide book. It could be aimed at a rose-tinted owner, a simple chancer, or dealer. But it could be more meaningful…
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May 2019 issue: Out now!

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Sam Hewitt

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24th April 2019

008 From the archive We look at a couple of images from Rudge – the company that always trod their own path. 011 Machines that matter: Rudge Ulster It was the racer for the masses from the company that always did things their own way. 018 Subscribe! Let us come to you, every month –…
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BRAND NEW BOOKAZINE TELLS THE STORY OF JOHN ‘MOON EYES’ COOPER

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Sam Hewitt

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24th April 2019

Moon Eyes tells the remarkable story of this down-to-earth racing legend in his own words.
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Stars come out for Silverstone classic

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Sam Hewitt

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23rd April 2019

THE STAR-STUDDED World GP Bike Legends will be back out in force at this summer’s Silverstone Classic on July 26-28, fronting an enlarged motorcycle showcase at the world’s biggest classic motor racing festival. Featuring multiple world champions such as Wayne Gardner, Freddie Spencer and Raymond Roche, the presence of World GP Bike Legends has become…
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Millyard and Miller to unveil stunning bikes at Stafford

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Sam Hewitt

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23rd April 2019

THERE IS LESS than a week to go until the arrival of the world’s biggest classic bike show at Stafford County Showground, and there are some very special attractions lined up. The Carole Nash International Clasic MotorCycle Show has traditionally had a decidedly British focus, and this year is no exception. Specials builder Allen Millyard…
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Buying guide – MOTO GUZZI V50

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Sam Hewitt

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23rd April 2019

Words by Oliver Hulme photography by Gary Chapman FINDING A TRULY practical classic is something of a hunt for the holy grail. If you’ve grown up with modern bikes with refinements like electric starts and brakes that work, then finding something you are going to be able to live with narrows the field considerably. If…
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Motorcycles that matter – The Rudge Ulster

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Sam Hewitt

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23rd April 2019

The pride and joy of the Coventry-based Rudge-Whitworth factory, the Rudge Ulster was born out of self-congratulation Words by RACHAEL CLEGG PHOTOGRAPHY BY GARY CHAPMAN The sun, as they say, always shines on the righteous. So it seems only right that this 1937 Rudge-Whitworth Ulster is photographed in gleaming sunshine at Davolls classic motorcycles in…
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Project Nortons ES2: Part 4

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Sam Hewitt

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22nd April 2019

Rubbing, rubbing, rubbing. A paint finish is only as good as the preparation, but boy is it tedious. Until you see the final finish, then it’s all worthwhile… Words and photography by Matt special thanks to: Nick and Jack at Ashtons Classic bodyshop (01362 692271), Elk promotions, Steve the welder (thanks buddy you are an…
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Matchless top end rebuild: Part 3

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Sam Hewitt

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22nd April 2019

Our single-cylinder Matchless G3L had its head rebuilt last month, so now it’s time to start putting it all back together. Tenacity and perseverance by Hutch (HTE motorcycles 01328 700711) Words, photography and inane questions by Matt Read more and view more images in the April 2019 issue of CBG – on sale now!
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