Mark Lancaster
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Roadskin Unveils Spencer AAA-Rated Single-Layer Motorcycle Jeans
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Roadskin proudly has announced the launch of the Spencer Motorcycle Jeans, a groundbreaking single-layer denim engineered to deliver AAA-rated protection without sacrificing style or comfort. Inspired by the legendary three-time world champion Freddie Spencer, these jeans represent the pinnacle of motorcycle apparel innovation. The Spencer jeans are constructed from a premium, single-layer fabric that offers…
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Legendary off-roader Jimmy Aird steps in at the Classic Dirt Bike Show
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It is with regret that Vic Allan MBE is no longer able to attend the Classic Dirt Bike Show at Telford this weekend due to family health reasons. Vic was very much looking forward to the event, particularly the opportunity to catch up with old friends and rivals, and to appear on stage alongside fellow…
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Harrison BILLET Goes To HEL
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HEL Performance (helperformance.com), a leading UK manufacturer of high-performance stainless steel braided brake lines, fittings and billet brake calipers, has announced the acquisition of Harrison Billet (billet.co.uk), the renowned specialist in precision-machined billet brake calipers and discs for motorcycles. The strategic acquisition combines HEL Performance’s expertise in fluid transfer systems and modern billet caliper design…
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Master of the Island: Joey Dunlop and the Honda RVF750 RC45
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“Yer maun’ Joey Dunlop was many things.The epitome of an enigma, this petite, often unkempt man, won more TT races than anyone in history had done before him. Yet he hid, when possible, from the fame and notoriety that followed such success. Instead of chasing cameras, he would often be tucked away, looking over his…
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Made to Measure: Why a Good Vernier Caliper Still Matters in the Workshop
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Precision measuring tools may not grab headlines, but in any serious motorcycle workshop they remain absolutely essential. In this Tool of the Month feature, Ralph Ferrand — a long-time tool specialist and supplier — explains why the humble vernier caliper still earns its place on the bench, even in the digital age. Ferrand’s experience with…
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Freddie Spencer at the Double: The Day ‘Fast Freddie’ Made Grand Prix History
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Few riders in Grand Prix motorcycle racing history have achieved what Freddie Spencer managed in 1985 — and fewer still have made it look so natural. Born Frederick Burdette Spencer, the Louisiana native earned his nickname “Fast Freddie” early, emerging from a racing family and becoming a multi-state champion across Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi and…
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Does Riding Classic Motorcycles Really Make Us Immune to Injury? A Hard Look at Safety on Old Bikes
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Riding classic motorcycles offers huge rewards — character, heritage and a connection to the past — but does it also encourage riders to take unnecessary risks when it comes to safety? A frank look at what many classic riders wear suggests the answer may be uncomfortable. At bike meets across the country, it’s common to…
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Robert Bensley: Remembering the Unsung Hero Who Gave a Lifetime to Better Motorcycling
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Motorcycling has lost one of its quiet greats. Robert Bensley, a man who not only lived motorcycling but dedicated his life to helping others enjoy it more safely and confidently, passed away in the summer after complications from an aggressive form of cancer. Despite knowing his prognosis for some time, Rob continued to do what…
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Maria Costello MBE Joins Iconic Auctioneers as Motorcycle Consultant
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Maria Costello MBE, one of the most respected names in British road racing and classic motorcycling, has joined Iconic Auctioneers as a motorcycle consultant, strengthening the company’s growing specialist motorcycle team. With more than 30 years of competition experience, Maria Costello brings exceptional insight into classic and significant motorcycles, as well as a deep understanding…
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Ollie’s Oddjobs: Inside Ian Wagstaff’s Radical Moto Morini V-Twin Special
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Few engines inspire loyalty quite like the Moto Morini V-twin, and Ollie Hulme is the first to admit his long-standing affection for the marque. In this instalment of Ollie’s Oddjobs, he encounters fellow Morini enthusiast Moto Morini devotee Ian Wagstaff — a rider whose appetite for speed has resulted in a striking and technically ambitious…
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