Classic Bike Guide

Matchless G3L

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Sam Hewitt

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4th October 2017

You could describe a Matchless G3, or for that matter its AJS 350 sibling, as solid and dependable, but maybe not glamorous. The first models are a good example of a long stroke, long lasting single and provided unexciting but reliable transport for hundreds of thousands of postwar workers. Like many a British motorcycle of the…
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Bimota abandons Italy

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Sam Hewitt

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3rd October 2017

HIGH-END sports bike manufacturer Bimota is reported to have departed from its plant in Rimini, Italy. The factory has been gutted and the signage removed. Bimota has been in financial trouble for several years, ever since a disastrous decision to try and build its own two-stroke v-twin engine turned out to be a costly mistake.…
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The Carole Nash Classic Mechanics Show gears up for another huge turnout

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Sam Hewitt

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27th September 2017

It’s just over a month until the world’s biggest and best celebration of classic motorcycles comes to Staffordshire County Showground. The Carole Nash Classic Mechanics Show takes place over the weekend of October 14-15 and it’s no exaggeration to say this year’s event may be the best ever. No Stafford show is complete without a…
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October 2017

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Sam Hewitt

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27th September 2017

004 From the archive We lament the apparent demise of Bimota with a beautiful TT shot. 008 News New bike shops, bike shows and – gin? With bike parts in it? 012 Subscribe! This month get an exclusive T-shirt. Save money and be the envy of your friends! 016 Shows We head up to Scotland for Glamis and to…
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Classic Bikes, modern times

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Sam Hewitt

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27th September 2017

Before the interweb, dreams couldn’t be realised quite so easily. When I started riding, my evening ‘blast’ (as much as you can on a Suzuki ZR50, albeit with a slightly tired 80cc big-bore) would take me down the B-road, via potholes, roadkill and farm detritus to the small town of Wymondham, Norfolk. Wymondham (pronounced…
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1960 Royal Enfield Constellation: TWO HEADS ARE BETTER THAN ONE

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Sam Hewitt

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27th September 2017

Like many British bikes, the American market enjoyed Royal Enfield’s Constellation (badged as the Indian Apache) a year before it came to the home market in 1958. Launched as “A motorcycle for real enthusiasts only” the solidly muscular Connie oozed raw power. Royal Enfield’s Constellation and Super Meteor were, for several years, the largest British…
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Mutt can be found in Custard Factory

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Sam Hewitt

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27th September 2017

MUTT Motorcycles has opened its first shop in the heart of Birmingham. The company offers a range of 125cc customs and has resurrected the New Imperial name with 125 and 400cc models. Mutt’s new store is based in an up and coming retail and business area known as the Custard Factory, in Digbeth, and showcases…
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Trials ace Dougie Lampkin to star at revamped Dirt Bike Show

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Sam Hewitt

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27th September 2017

EUROPE’S leading indoor off-road event will see live action from 12-time trials world champion Dougie Lampkin’s display team. The Dirt Bike Show has been redesigned for 2017, as organisers Mortons Media Group look to build on a successful 2016. New features added to the show this year include a Motoball match between France and Germany,…
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Suzuki Village at Stafford Classic Bike Show to display a whole host of rare machines

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Sam Hewitt

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26th September 2017

VISITORS to the upcoming Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show – October 14-15 – will have the opportunity to get up close to a variety of rare Suzukis, including the two RG500s which Barry Sheene powered to world championship success in 1976 and 1977. The iconic red, white and yellow machines will be joined by…
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FB Mondial 125 hps

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Sam Hewitt

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17th September 2017

An interesting design merging traditional looks with brave, modern styling, means the FB Mondial is one of those bikes you don’t look at and instantly say “Oh, that’s a 125 learner-bike.” There is an Italian tan leather seat, chrome mudguards and twin stainless steel exhausts, nicely finished matt gunmetal tank and lower bellypan, subtle racing…
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