Mark Lancaster
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Remembering the Sparkbrook
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Despite being named after the Birmingham suburb of Sparkbrook, these machines were built in Coventry. The story had begun with the National Arms & Ammunition Co which had been founded in Montgomery Street in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, but after diversifying from firearms into bicycles and tricycles, the company ran into difficulties. William Hillman bought the cycle…
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This is Sparton!
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Sparton was a collaboration between Barton Engineering and Spondon Engineering and for a short time in the 1970s the most powerful race bike in the world was built in a converted chapel in North Wales. There Barry Hart built racing two-stroke engines and in 1974 he joined forces with the noted frame builder Spondon to…
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Top Picks: Trusted Specialists for Classic Bike Owners
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Looking for parts, services or expert help for your classic motorcycle? From carburettor specialists to engine rebuilders, workshop equipment and consumables, here’s a selection of trusted businesses supporting the classic bike scene. Supporting the Classic Bike Community Keeping a classic motorcycle on the road takes more than enthusiasm — it takes the right people. Whether…
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The Quasar Returns: Rare ‘Cabin Motorcycle’ Set for Stafford Show
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One of the most unusual motorcycles ever built — the Quasar — will be on display at the VMCC stand at the Stafford International Classic Motorcycle Show, sponsored by Carole Nash. With just 17 ever produced (1975-1982), this rare machine continues to fascinate riders and enthusiasts alike. A Motorcycle Like No Other Love them or…
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Never forgotten: Nicky Hayden
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Words: Bertie Simmonds Pics: Honda, Kelsey Archive Nicky Hayden came from a family of racers. Owensboro, Kentucky, racing on both dirt-track and tarmac. His rise to the top was swift and he was elevated to MotoGP’s top team – Repsol Honda – for 2003 where he would be teaming up with the dominant Valentino Rossi.…
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Japanese Street Scramblers: Honda CL360
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By the mid-1970s, Honda’s motorcycle division faced reduced investment and relied on revisions of existing models. This article examines developments around the CB350/360 series and the continuation of the street scrambler concept between 1974 and 1976. Honda under pressure By the mid-1970s, the street scrambler trend was beginning to run out of steam, but Steve…
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Kempton Classic Bike Show & Autojumble Returns – Scooter & Classic Bike Entries Now Open
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The ever-popular Kempton Classic Bike Show & Autojumble returns to Kempton Park Racecourse on May 9, bringing together classic motorcycles, scooters and enthusiasts for one of the UK’s best-loved one-day events. Known for its huge outdoor autojumble — featuring hundreds of stalls selling parts, spares, tools and memorabilia — the Kempton event has long been…
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‘Normous Newark Autojumble Returns on March 29th – Bigger, Bolder, and More ‘NORMOUS’ Than Ever
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The legendary ’Normous Newark Autojumble is back on March 29th, and this time it’s not just business as usual — it’s evolving. Already one of the UK’s biggest and best-loved autojumbles, this upcoming event introduces exciting new features designed to make the day even more rewarding for traders, enthusiasts, and visitors alike. A New Addition:…
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International Classic MotorCycle Show Returns to Stafford with TT Legends, Bonhams Auction and Spectacular Attractions
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The International Classic MotorCycle Show sponsored by Carole Nash returns to the Staffordshire County Showground on April 25–26, 2026, bringing together thousands of enthusiasts for one of the biggest and most important weekends in the classic motorcycle calendar. Widely regarded as a must-visit event for anyone passionate about historic motorcycles, the Stafford show combines spectacular…
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Merlin launches their new showroom at their Staffordshire HQ
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A new purpose-built showroom showcasing the latest Merlin apparel and helmets From a small barn conversion with a handful of products to a multi-product category line-up, selling internationally, the Merlin story has been one of continued growth. At the start of 2025 the brand relocated to a new larger headquarters in Rugeley, Staffordshire, with the…
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