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The ZÜndapp that never was
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In early-1970s Germany, popularity of 250cc and 350cc machines increased. At Munich-based Zündapp it was decided to fight the growing army of Japanese strokers, though, sadly, the resulting machine never made it to production.
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CENTENARIANS CELEBRATE
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Held on March 22, on this year’s Pioneer Run every machine was at least 100 years old.
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Top TriBSA
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BSA’s Gold Star ruled scrambling in the 50s and early 60s but not everyone could afford one. Luckily, there were alternatives… stunning alternatives. CDB investigates one of the best.
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1938 Norton 16H
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Ever since coming to Old Bike Mart last spring, I’ve been pondering over just what makes old bikes so appealing, and it was only after visiting Terry Potter in Buckinghamshire to take a close look at his gorgeous 1938 16H Norton a few weeks ago that the answer finally struck me – their purity of…
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TT Talk 1952/1956
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As one of the most prestigious and time-honoured race events in the world, the Isle of Man TT has been the subject of much discussion and deliberation over the course of its history…
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National Children’s Day, September 1924
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The National Children’s Day of 1924 was a truly special event for underprivileged children all over the country, and particularly those who were cultivating (or had already cultivated) an affinity for motorcycles and motorcars…
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Douglas works, 1915
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These Douglas motorcycles look rather dejected as they await a much-needed consignment of imported magnetos…
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Workshop: Kawasaki W1 overhaul
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“I don’t suppose you’d be interested in looking at my rebuilding of a Kawasaki W1’s motor would you?” asked owner Dave Jupp. Of course we would; we’d leap at the chance. Steve Cooper reports…
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Girder forks
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Feared by some, girder front forks were a light, reasonably strong early solution to steering and front suspension. Today, most are at least 50 years old, so need regular checks and maintenance to make sure they remain safe to use…
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Looking back: 1977
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It was a time of punk rock, Barry Sheene, Star Wars, page three stunners, big hair and even bigger flares. Welcome to the year that was 1977…
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