Mark Lancaster
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Ken Craven’s 1966 American Adventure: A Triumph Thunderbird, the Wild West and a Black Widow Spider
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In 1966, veteran motorcycle traveller Ken Craven set off alone through the American West on a borrowed Triumph Thunderbird. His adventure took him across desert landscapes, over remote roads and into a Mexican hospital following an unexpected encounter. Once in a while we come across a story from way back that we feel is worth…
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The remarkable story of Joan Crawford’s Bond Minibyke – and its surprising history
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From a chance discovery in a remarkable private motorcycle collection to award-winning appearances at the Isle of Man TT, Joan Crawford’s much-loved Bond Minibyke has a fascinating story. In a letter published in Old Bike Mart, Joan shares how she acquired the little 125cc machine and uncovered its connections to the Bond manufacturing business. For…
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SURPRISE! Motorcycle racing legend Johnny Cecotto is coming to Stafford this weekend!
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Two-time motorcycle world champion Johnny Cecotto is making a special appearance at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show this weekend, giving fans the chance to see the racing legend alongside one of the most important machines of his career – his 1978 Formula 750 World Championship-winning Yamaha OW31. In a fantastic late addition to the line-up,…
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Hidden Gems: Kawasaki Z650
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Steve Cooper takes a look at the Kawasaki Z650, now rather overlooked but with a claim to being one of the best middleweight machines ever built. Most fans of Japanese classics will know the story of the Z1’s development, how Kawasaki was pipped at the post by Honda’s CB750 with its first four, but then…
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Remembering Rod Pallant: a drag racing original
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A couple of months on from the sad news of Rod Pallant’s death, we look back at Keith Lee’s tribute to one of British drag racing’s most memorable characters. First published in Old Bike Mart, the piece below is reproduced verbatim. The drag racing community has lost a memorable bike racer with the passing of…
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Everything you need to know about the Stafford Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show 2026
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The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash returns to Staffordshire Showground on October 10-11, with more than 900 traders, dealers and autojumble stands, a huge club presence, famous racing machinery, special guests and the Bonhams Autumn Stafford Sale. Staffordshire Showground is preparing to welcome thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts for one of the biggest…
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National Motor Museum to leave Beaulieu
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It has been announced that Beaulieu will not be renewing the lease of the world-famous National Motor Museum which expires in 2030. The museum can trace its origins back to 1952 when Edward, 3rd Baron Montagu of Beaulieu, put on display five veteran cars as a tribute to his pioneering motorist father, John, 2nd Baron…
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Wartime DKW emerges from the River Danube
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Global warming across the world has resulted in water levels in rivers, lakes and reservoirs dropping, leading to the reemergence of long-submerged buildings and even villages. But in Budapest, a decrease in the level of the Danube has led to a particularly interesting discovery. People walking along the side of river in Batthyány Square opposite…
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Roadskin launches new Ranger Multi-season AAA-Rated Jacket
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Roadskin has announced the launch of the new Ranger Multi-season AAA-Rated Jacket, a protective motorcycle jacket designed for riders who want serious safety without giving up comfort or everyday style. Built as Roadskin’s toughest jacket yet, the Ranger combines the highest AAA safety rating with a relaxed olive-green look that feels just as at home…
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Bazza’s First: Barry Sheene’s Landmark 500cc Grand Prix Victory That Changed Racing History
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Fifty One years ago, Barry Sheene achieved one of the most defining victories in Grand Prix motorcycle racing history, securing his first-ever 500cc Grand Prix win — a result that would reshape his career and set the foundations for back-to-back world championships. The victory came just months after Sheene’s near-fatal crash at Daytona, a recovery…
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