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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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Maico Owners Club to celebrate 100 years of Maico at Stafford
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The Maico Owners Club will mark a century of the German motorcycle marque at The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash, which returns to Staffordshire County Showground on October 10-11, 2026. Visitors to the club stand will be able to join members in celebrating 100 years of Maico, with the display reflecting the…
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Iron Offroad: the Leeds parts shop with 115 years behind it and a catalogue that goes back to 1974
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It is November, the Evo-class CR250R is on the bench, and the list is the usual one. Piston and rings. Base and head gaskets. Fork seals, because the left leg has been weeping since Farleigh. Rear pads. A chain that stopped being a chain somewhere around the fourth round. None of it is exotic. All…
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Triumph Originals 2026: Seven nations battle it out with ‘Time Capsule’ Scramblers
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Voting is now open for Triumph Originals 2026, with seven teams from around the world competing to create the most original custom Triumph Scrambler. Representing Canada, China, France, Italy, Spain, the UK and US, each Triumph team has worked with a locally selected custom workshop to showcase innovative design, build techniques and craftsmanship. Every one-off…
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Watsonian tackles electric sidecar challenge with Harley-Davidson LiveWire
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The latest combination from Watsonian Sidecars is rather unusual. Instead of its usual petrol-engined fare, the Cotswold company took on the challenge of adding a chair to one of Harley-Davidson’s electric motorcycles. A long-standing customer approached Watsonian and said that he wanted to add an electric outfit to his collection of motorcycles, using a Harley…
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Three September autojumbles every classic bike fan should have in the diary
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September is shaping up to be a cracking month for autojumble fans, with three very different events taking place across the country. Whether you’re hunting for that elusive restoration part, looking for tools and workshop kit, browsing potential projects or simply fancy a day surrounded by classic machinery, there are three dates worth knowing: Netley…
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