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This 96-year-old Douglas DT5 still gives the young’uns a run for their money
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This 96-year old Douglas is not only fun for the rider and his family, but it also makes everyone watching smile and gives any competitors a run for their money! Proving that these bikes should be used and not tucked away, meet the Douglas DT5…
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To the moon by Zed: 230,000 miles on a 1982 Kawasaki Z650 F3
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Bob Heywood has owned his ’82 Kawasaki Z650 F3 from new – and covered nearly 230,000 miles since. Here’s the story of a man’s lifelong passion for his bike.
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The enduring appeal of the Mk.II Velocette KSS
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In its current ownership for over 50 years, this Mk.II Velocette KSS has proved a solid companion, steadfast and reliable, for decades.
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The history of the AJS V-twin: from birth to rebirth
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Vintage V-twins almost took over RealClassic issues 225 and 226, with roadtests of litre-class prewar beasts from Royal Enfield and AJS. Rowena Hoseason investigates the background to the Ajay family…
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Rebuilding a 1970 Suzuki 370N developmental model
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Classic Dirt Bike checks out a 1970 370RN Suzuki development model.
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Foggy Petronas FP1: history & what went wrong
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Racing is clearly a matter of timing: it’s how the pecking order is worked out. But it also has a direct effect on whether a machine will be a success or not. The stars often need to align… They didn’t for the gorgeous Foggy Petronas FP1.
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Classic Choice: BMW or Moto Guzzi?
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Which 1970’s sports-tourer would you want to call your own, if you had to choose between a pair of Continental classics? We’re talking big twins: one boxer, one V-twin, both shaft drive. If you could own either, then which one would you want in your shed?
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Velocette LE: the perfect commuter classic?
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Looking for a classic lightweight? You’re not alone. RC regular Geoff Stovold has tried a 1960s two-stroke, then a four-stroke unit single. Finally he’s discovered the perfect commuter classic: Velocette’s ‘motorcycle for everyman’…
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From the archive: Miss Porter and her Sloper
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This intrepid lady rider had visited the site of what was ultimately a flawed attempt at setting a world speed record.
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The Evolution of Honda Motorcycles: From D-Type to Today
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Honda is a huge name in the motorcycle industry, responsible for a whole host of iconic bikes. But how did it all begin? Let’s take a ride through the history of Honda motorcycles, exploring the key milestones and groundbreaking models that have shaped the brand’s legacy.
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