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September 2025
The September edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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SUZUKI: New Retro Roadsters…
Back in the early 1970s, they didn’t call naked bikes ‘naked bikes’ – because virtually every bike was ‘naked’ in that they had nothing at all in the way of a fairing. Pedantry aside though, Suzuki has just released a couple of new naked machines, with 1970s style, built on its current GSX-8S roadster platform.…
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Classic Ride: 1977 Ossa Yankee 500SS
The 1970s half-litre two-stroke twin that’s not Japanese: come and meet Ossa’s amazing Yankee 500SS. Yee-ha!
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August 2025
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NEW KIT: Austin Armoured Motorcycle Vest from Roadskin
Motorcycle enthusiasts can now experience the ultimate combination of style, comfort, and protection with the launch of the Roadskin® Austin Armoured Motorcycle Vest. Designed for riders who demand more from their gear, the Austin Vest seamlessly blends advanced safety features with rugged, modern design to conquer both city streets and open roads. Crafted with precision…
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Legends of the track take to the stage at Stafford Classic Bike Show
Two big motorcycling icons have been confirmed for the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show, sponsored by Carole Nash, this October 11–12, 2025!
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USED ICON: Ducati 916SPS
If you’re into rare and exotic sports bikes, Ducati’s 916SPS takes some topping. Bruce Wilson tells us what we need to know: There are some things in life that need zero introduction, such as the Great Wall of China, Big Ben, and chief of them all, Ducati’s 916. It is a motorcycle that has done for…
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JOIN IN with ‘The Big Ride’ for charity…
Two Wheels for Life, the UK-based official charity of MotoGPTM is excited to launch an all-new event for 2025: ‘The Big Ride’. Set to take place on 16th August 2025, ‘The Big Ride’ is a brand new event for 2025 offering riders the chance to join big names from the world of motorcycling including Two…
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Normous Newark Autojumble returns in August with Classic Japanese Day
The much-loved ‘Normous Newark Autojumble is set to return to Newark Showground on Sunday, August 10, for another very special themed edition.
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Biking barbers ride for a good cause
There will be a surfeit of tonsorial elegance in the first week of August as the BarbersRide takes to the roads. This is an annual event that has, to date, raised over £180,000 for the ‘Make A Wish’ children’s charity. Starting in Newmarket on August 1, the ride will be stopping at the splendid Captain…
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August 2025
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Enter your bike for Bonhams’ Autumn Stafford Sale
Bonhams are now inviting entries for their Autumn Stafford Sale, joining a whole host of rare machines already on the lineup.
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NEW helmets for Norton
Norton Motorcycles has launched its Hedon for Norton helmet collection, in partnership with Hedon. The collection, named Series 1, will feature two full-face styles. The Series 1 – Glass Fibre helmet features a full glass fibre shell, while the Series 1 – Carbon Fibre features a full carbon fibre shell. Both helmets have platinum, black and red…
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Your Guide To: Ducati Monster
A parts bin special to introduce a town bike, the Monster has become an institution, copied by many
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July 2025
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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July 2025
Welcome to Old Bike Mart, the subscription-only newspaper with a huge selection of classic motorcycle classified ads.
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One-owner-from-new 1982 Triumph TR65 Thunderbird
This one-owner-from-new 1982 TR65 Thunderbird, with many unobtrusive improvements, has proved pretty reliable – and a delight to ride.
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August 2025
The August edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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Classic Ride: 1996 Yamaha XV1100 Virago
Take a look at one of Japan’s first, purpose-built, metric chop/cruisers: the Yamaha XV Virago family was mighty popular in its time, and the XV1100 Virago was the daddy of them all and people loved ’em.
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July 2025
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Featherbed Frame Theme for Ardingly Summer Show
The largest indoor classic motorcycle show and jumble in the South East will return next month with a Norton theme.
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July / August 2025
Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on.
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July 2025
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Auction of rare Italian and Japanese cross and off-road motorcycles from the 70s
The appointment with the spring auction of mopeds and motorcycles is scheduled for Monday, June 16 at Spazio Bolaffi in Turin with over 120 lots offering a varied and interesting vision of the world of collectible two-wheelers.
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Norton’s speedy, stylish 650SS
If you had the pick of the British 650cc parallel twins, Norton’s 650SS would have to be high on the list. It was number one for one particular collector.
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June 2025
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Retro Ride: Langen 250
If you want a brand-new, road legal two-stroke, there aren’t that many places you can go to. The Langen 250 is one of the few but it will cost you around £30-£35,000…
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July 2025
The July edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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June 2025
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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Royal Enfield announces three more Demo Day events
Royal Enfield has added three new dates to its 2025 Demo Days. The Demo Days will continue at Revolutions in Scotland on the 19th of July, then at Eddy’s Moto in Tadcaster on the 26th July, and over at Crewe Motorcycle Centre on the 9th of August. This follows the initial Royal Enfield Demo Day…
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Your guide to Velocette MSS
Velocettes have a fantastic racing pedigree and are an engineer’s delight. Built solidly, they can also provide a brilliant ride, and the MSS is one of the most useable models for sensible cost.
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June 2025
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Two iconic bikes added to Scottish Classic Motorcycle Show line-up
Organisers of the 33rd Scottish Classic Motorcycle Show have confirmed two more very exciting motorcycles.
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Prescott Bike Festival returns next month
The Prescott Bike Festival, a true pilgrimage for petrolheads, returns to the hallowed tarmac of Prescott Hill Climb on June 22nd, promising a symphony of two-wheeled wonders.
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The best Blade? Honda CBR1000RR-6 Fireblade
Amazing to think that this machine is not far off 20 years old –just look at it! Goes well, too. Bertie Simmonds makes the case for the RR-6 being the best Blade ever…
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Get Your Motorcycle Ready for the Bank Holiday Ride
With the bank holiday weekend approaching, it’s time to dust off your bike and hit the open road. Whether it’s your first ride of the season or just a long-awaited trip, here’s how to make sure your motorcycle is ready to roll.
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Summer 2025
Welcome to Classic Dirt Bike magazine, where we celebrate the best in older off-road motorcycles and showcase those who ride them… both now and back in the day.
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June 2025
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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The Isle of Man TT is almost here, and Island Racer 2025 is already on sale!
Motorcycle racing fans, the wait is over! With the 2025 Isle of Man TT kicking off next week, Island Racer 2025 is your essential guide to the world’s greatest road race. This 140-page collector’s edition is the biggest and most detailed TT publication available. It’s packed with stunning photography, exclusive interviews, and deep-dive features. This…
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What to make of this Ariel-BSA Y13 Special?
This special doesn’t perhaps visually appeal to all, especially with its rather out-there colour scheme, but it is possessed of a wonderfully agreeable engine.
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Cheers and Throttle: The Motorcycles That Carried Victory
On VE Day, we remember the roar of engines that helped power Britain to triumph and the brave dispatch riders who steered history on two wheels.
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June 2025
The June edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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May 2025
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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May 2025
Welcome to Old Bike Mart, the subscription-only newspaper with a huge selection of classic motorcycle classified ads.
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Scooter Day at the Kempton Classic Bike Show & Autojumble – May 10
The Kempton Classic Bike Show & Autojumble is back on Saturday, May 10, and it’s set to be a big one!
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Superior success for Stafford
The International Classic MotorCycle Show, sponsored by Carole Nash, made motorcycling history last weekend with a spectacular gathering of over 20 ultra-rare Brough Superior SS100s in a once-in-a-lifetime display, celebrating 100 years since the 100mph model went into production.
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Classic Ride: Kawasaki S2 350
Kawasaki’s 350 triples are very possibly the hidden gems of the family, but don’t expect frugality! Steve Cooper rides the S2A.
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May 2025
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Your guide to Excelsior Model 3
One of the most wonderous names, a range of racing and reliable plodders in the range and, by evidence of this example, built well. A great story about a great bike…
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May / June 2025
Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on.
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May 2025
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Classic bikes go free at Pitstone Green Museum’s Easter Monday open day
The Pitstone Green Museum will be open on the 21st April and all riders, particularly of classic bikes, are welcome. Classic bikes get free entry. Plenty to see and a good café. Open 10.30 to 4.30. The museum’s other open days for 2025 are:Article continues below… Advert Enjoy more classic motorcycle reading, Click here to…
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Line-up confirmed for special Joey Dunlop celebration in Ballymoney
Racing legend Joey Dunlop will be honoured with a special star-studded event in his hometown – and it’s free to attend!
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A quirky Norton Commando 750S
George Simmonds has owned this handsome 750S Commando for 28 years – and it has some idiosyncrasies… but is still a fine ride.
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April 2025
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthuasiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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April 2025
Welcome to Old Bike Mart, the subscription-only newspaper with a huge selection of classic motorcycle classified ads.
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May 2025
The May edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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1999 Suzuki SV650: still going strong
Twenty-five years on and still going strong: what is about Suzuki’s seminal SV650 family that makes them marvellous motorcycles? Read on.
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Carole Nash marks 40th anniversary with prize draw
Our friends at Carole Nash are celebrating its 40th anniversary with a special prize draw for bike enthusiasts.
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AJS Model 18S: second chance with an old flame
Would you take back an ex? Stuart Urquhart, Classic Bike Guide’s finder and reporter of fine Scottish classics, bumps into his old AJS Model 18 and takes it home. But not all that glitters is gold…
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Legendary status: BSA Gold Star
For a few fabulous years the go-to, guaranteed-to-win bike for scrambles the world over was BSA’s Gold Star.
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April 2025
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Belgian beauty: Saroléa Model 25P
Though perhaps not that well known outside its home market, the firm of Saroléa has a long and illustrious history of making quality products, as exampled by this fine machine.
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Island Racer is back next month!
Motorcycle racing fans, get ready! Island Racer 2025, the world’s largest and most comprehensive TT racing publication, is gearing up for another thrilling edition. Covering the Isle of Man TT Races, a century-old tradition that draws thousands of riders and fans each May, this 140-page bookazine is packed with incredible photography, in-depth features, and exclusive interviews.…
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Classic Ride: 1980 Suzuki GSX750
Steve Cooper falls for the charms of Suzuki’s second 750 four: the GSX750.
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April 2025
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Top 10 reasons to celebrate motorcycling history at Stafford this April
Get ready for the best classic bike show in the world – The International Classic MotorCycle Show sponsored by Carole Nash, this April 26-27 at Staffordshire County Showground.
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April 2025
The April edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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March 2025
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.
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March 2024
Welcome to Old Bike Mart, the subscription-only newspaper with a huge selection of classic motorcycle classified ads.
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Kawasaki GPz750: still so modern you’d never know it’s 40 years old
When a bike holds up this well, can you even call it a classic?
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March 2025
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Exclusive one-owner collections & legendary racing machines already consigned – with further entries invited
We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. The International Classic MotorCycle Show | 26-27 April After the phenomenal success of Bonhams’ January Online Sale – which roared past expectations, achieving £500,000 and an industry-leading 97% sell-through rate – the Bonhams Motorcycle Team is now throttling forward toward the highly-anticipated Spring…
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March / April 2025
Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on. Classic Racer magazine covers everything from tests of historic racing machinery, written by those who rode them, to tales of the heroes who made the sport great. With detailed bike profiles we take you so close to your favourite…
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March 2025
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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World first: Record-breaking collection of Brough Superior SS100s to star at Stafford
The world’s largest-ever public display of Brough Superior SS100s will make motorcycle history at The International Classic MotorCycle Show sponsored by Carole Nash, on April 26-27, 2025.
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1990 Suzuki RGV250: still sharp 35 years on
For many of us there’s only one sort of bike in mind when we think of a 250cc two-stroke: a race-replica, like Suzuki’s sublime RGV250. And it’s still sharp…
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Meet the Future of Racing: Thorley Trevorrow at the Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show
The Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show isn’t just about celebrating the past—it’s also about looking ahead to the future of racing. This year, we’re excited to welcome a rising star in the world of motorcycle racing, Thorley Trevorrow. At just 12 years old, Thorley has already made a name for himself on the international stage, competing…
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Spring 2025
Welcome to Classic Dirt Bike magazine, where we celebrate the best in older off-road motorcycles and showcase those who ride them… both now and back in the day.
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Looking back over 100 years of scrambling
To celebrate scrambling’s centenary last year we had a rake through the archives and came up with a few things.
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Ducati racing – 1990s style
Eight World Superbike Championships in a decade marked Ducati’s 888 and 916 production racers as ‘simply the best’ but it wasn’t always plain sailing for the Bologna bullets.
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March 2025
The March edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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The best of the best set for Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show
Motorcycle enthusiasts are in for a treat at The Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show, taking place at the Bath & West Showground on February 22-23, 2025. As always, the show promises a stunning array of machines spanning decades of motorcycling history, from timeless British classics to groundbreaking Japanese superbikes and rare European racers. Among the standout…
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February 2025
RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes. BSA B50SS ‘Tour it. Trail it. Or wheelie down the beach with it.’ So said BSA of the world’s largest capacity single-cylinder street scrambler when it…
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February 2025
Welcome to Old Bike Mart, the subscription-only newspaper with a huge selection of classic motorcycle classified ads. This month’s OBM, as always is the case, features the latest news, reports from the racetrack, part and tool reviews and ‘how to’ guides. Ensure you get your copy by subscribing to OBM here. We call OBM the autojumble in your…
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The understated AJS 16MS
More than just being a staid ‘Mr Sensible’, the AJS 16MS offers surprising performance and plenty of period charm for modern riders.
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THE INTERNATIONAL CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE SHOW SPONSORED BY CAROLE NASH RETURNS THIS APRIL
One of the most highly anticipated British motorcycling events is back for 2025. The International Classic MotorCycle Show sponsored by Carole Nash is returning once more to Staffordshire County Showground on April 26-27, 2025.
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February 2025
Don’t want to miss out on the latest issue of Classic Bike Guide? Get the magazine delivered to your front door by heading to Classic Magazines – you won’t even have to leave the house!
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Take a look at the new Triumph Bonneville Bobber TFC – only 750 to be sold!
If you like your Triumphs and love a Bobber – this is probably the ultimate bike for you This is a new Triumph Factory Custom (TFC) and only 750 will be sold around the world. They feature gloss carbon-fibre bodywork bits; two-tone paint, some of which is hand-finished (with the painter’s signature under the tank);…
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5 Reasons to Visit The Classic Dirt Bike Show Sponsored by Hagon
With the off-road season fast approaching, here are five reasons why you should grab your ticket for The Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon at Telford International Centre. Plus, you’ll SAVE 20% AND get a FREE poster by purchasing your ticket in advance!
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February 2025
Classic Motorcycle Mechanics, the magazine dedicated to the buying, riding and rebuilding of the later classics and Japanese machines, has a fantastic new issue lined up for you this month.
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Triumph Rocket III: Test riding a beefy British classic
Big, bad-ass, British and brilliant – the immense Triumph Rocket III is now 20 years old and as beefy as ever…
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Noyce and world-champion-winning bike reunited at Telford
The first-ever Honda World Championship-winning motocross bike, Graham Noyce’s legendary 1979 RC500, will be showcased at The Classic Dirt Bike Show sponsored by Hagon, taking place on February 8-9, 2025, at the Telford International Centre! At the close of 1978, Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) focused all its efforts on developing a groundbreaking bike capable of…
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From the TT to GP: Racing royalty Jim Redman at the Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show
Motorcycling legends are set to take centre stage at this year’s Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show, taking place on February 22–23, 2025, at the Bath & West Showground. In an exciting addition to an already star-studded lineup, six-time World Champion and Isle of Man TT winner Jim Redman will be joining fellow racing icons Alex George…
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Conundrum: the fascinating history of a unique bike
Meet a one-off bike that has survived more near-misses, more owners and more engines than any other!
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Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic begins tomorrow at Newark Showground
The wait is almost over! The motorcycling season opener you’ve all been waiting for is finally here. It’s time for the Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic which kicks off tomorrow, at Newark Showground (NG24 2NY). Offering the perfect escape [from the relatives) and the post-festive blues, the show is packed to the rafters with hundreds of classic…
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Don’t miss the Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic show!
This weekend, Newark Showground becomes the epicentre of the classic motorcycling world as the Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic show takes centre stage. Featuring hundreds of motorcycles and scooters, this show is a celebration of timeless design and engineering. Fans can look forward to Wayne Gardner, the legendary 500cc World Champion, and Roger Marshall, a…
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January 2025
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February 2025
The February edition of The Classic MotorCycle magazine offers a lavishly illustrated celebration of legendary machines, riders and races, and news, reviews and rare period images from the golden age of motorcycling.
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