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  • January 2024

    January 2024

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    RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.

  • The history of the AJS V-twin: from birth to rebirth

    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…

  • Classic Choice: BMW or Moto Guzzi?

    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?

  • December 2023

    December 2023

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    RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.

  • Velocette LE: the perfect commuter classic?

    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’…

  • Classic Techniques: a lighter clutch

    Classic Techniques: a lighter clutch

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    It’s heavy maaaaan! Certain Italian classics demand a strong hand on the clutch and brake levers. John Kennewell says he’s gone beyond getting a grip, and seeks assistance from a Moose instead…

  • Moto Morini Strada 350

    Moto Morini Strada 350

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    Morini’s 3½ Sport tends to get the bear’s share of the attention. Mark Holyoake offers an argument in favour of the underdog, the Sport’s touring counterpart. Rowena Hoseason fills in the background…

  • BSA Singles: C15 vs B40

    BSA Singles: C15 vs B40

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    The BSA C15 and B40 are famously long-lived, robust old bikes. But which is better? John Blackburn has owned both…

  • November 2023

    November 2023

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    RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.

  • October 2023

    October 2023

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    RealClassic revels in the nuts and bolts of running, riding and rebuilding real classic motorcycles. Expert and enthusiastic real-life riders from across the world share their passion for old bikes.

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