New & Features

Relaunched Classic Bike Guide on sale now With a team of expert writers and photographers, Classic Bike Guide inspires, informs, motivates and solves problems for anyone who owns, or aspires to owning, a classic motorcycle. It is a respected, reliable resource for those building or restoring old bikes – but above all, it is fun!…

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BSA Rocket 3 As well as Triumph and BSA three-cylinder machines plus other classics, Beezumph 22 will offer a unique opportunity to see the Meriden factory Quadrant (designed by Doug Hele in 1973), a four-cylinder Triumph T160, and a four-cylinder BSA Rocket 3. More info from: www.tr3oc.co.uk Elsewhere, after 20 years of running a mixed autojumble…

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The nicest people wear Davida… Focusing on motorcycle-themed artwork by artists from across Europe it will also showcase the launch of the new pop-art book Motorcycle Graphics by Ian Castello-Cortes. The list of famous names that have worn a Davida helmet include princes and kings of royal households from around the world, yet surely the…

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The company recently announced it was ceasing to distribute Royal Enfield Motorcycles in the UK in order to concentrate on ‘other activities’, including the production of sidecars and luggage trailers. But sales director Ben Matthews told Classic Bike Guide: “We’re doubling the size of our showroom to accommodate more sidecars but also to promote our…

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CBG April issue on sale now! • Gary Pinchin editorial Editor sets the scene for this month's issue • Bristol Show Review Rare Husqvarna wins top award • Flat Track Day Street trackers and racers at the Ace • Guzzi singles Nuovo Falcone reborn. Wrenchmonkees cafe racer • News roundup Turbulent times for Enfield. £50,000…

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Conor Cummins at the ‘office’ The lanky TT hero said: “I’m really looking forward to getting acquainted with the Nortons – and seeing if I can get myself tucked in on one. It shouldn’t be a problem. My first-ever experience on a classic was at the age of 16 when I ran a T20 Suzuki…

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There’s no black box and everything fits under the points cover. The system requires either dual 6v coils or a single 12v dual item. Installation is simple and the benefits are proven. Easier starting with no kick back and smoother running. Zero maintenance, a three year warranty and self test fault finder built in. Price…

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Classic Bike Guide March issue on sale now! In this month's issue… • BSA Super Rocket ?Irish beauty, British steel • CBG’s Newark Show report ?Sunshine and cool bikes in Jan • Letters ?You write, we listen • Moving Swiftly Along ?Andrew Wilson on gravity • Velocette KSS special ?Lightweight, Velo race special • Suzuki…

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Sammy Miller chose John Tinkler’s 1958 125cc Ducati works racer, with original finish and shapely alloy fairing to remind visitors of the Italian company’s small bike origins. If the contest had been about noise this would have been the runaway winner, the little twin-cam killing conversation each time it stuttered into life. Ex-British speedway champion…

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New CBS app for ipad and iphone Easy to download (did we mention that it’s free?), the app gives the latest news on all Mortons’ shows, plus videos and photos from the show as it happens. The app also has weather reports (so it’s useful every day of the year) and live gps directions to…

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