Retro Classic

  • ARCHIVE: Rainey Reigns

    ARCHIVE: Rainey Reigns

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    VJMC’s Steve Cooper remembers… With the YZR finally in fine fettle, Yamaha looked to be in with a shot of reclaiming the title Rider coach, trackside fettler and GP guru Kel Carruthers had gone but Yamaha was still in dire need of reclaiming the prestigious Number One plate. As was always the case, ‘more power’…

  • TESTED: Yamaha XSR 900 GP

    TESTED: Yamaha XSR 900 GP

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    Rolling the dice down the retro route, Yamaha’s hit the jackpot with its latest old-school themed offering… The core of the XSR is Yamaha’s polished and proven CP3 triple motor that boasts a tidy 119bhp and claims 93Nm of torque to back things up. The engine is a direct crossover part with the new MT-09,…

  • NORTON: Expansion plans announced

    NORTON: Expansion plans announced

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     Norton Motorcycles, part of the TVS Motor Company Group, announced its investment and growth plans to prepare the company for international expansion.  Hosting a contingent of international journalists at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, members of Norton’s senior leadership team – Sudarshan Venu, Dr Robert Hentschel and Richard Arnold – shared the brand’s vision and…

  • EVENT: The Malle Mile Festival

    EVENT: The Malle Mile Festival

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    July 18-21 / Lincolnshire / www.mallelondon.com We’ve always heard great things about this super-cool biker bash that takes place every summer. Everyone we know that’s been has nothing but nice things to say. With that kind of reputation, it should come as no surprise they’re gearing up for their 10th time at it. If you’re…

  • PROJECT: You’ve bought one. What next?

    PROJECT: You’ve bought one. What next?

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    The good folks at Classic Bike Guide magazine have been sharing their hard-won wisdom about what’s involved when hunting out and fixing up old bikes… WORDS and PHOTOS: Matt Hull Temptation First of all, do you really want it? Will you use it, can you afford it, and is there room? Does it give you…

  • PROJECT: Buying and restoring a classic

    PROJECT: Buying and restoring a classic

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    The good folks at Classic Bike Guide magazine have been sharing their hard-won wisdom about what’s involved when hunting out and fixing up old bikes. WORDS and PHOTOS: Matt Hull What are you buying? Look at what you’re getting – is it complete? If it’s a runner, then get a ride if you can (make…

  • TRIUMPH: New T120 Elvis Limited Edition

    TRIUMPH: New T120 Elvis Limited Edition

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    Celebrating Elvis and the fascinating tale of his ‘Memphis Mafia’ Bonnevilles, Triumph Motorcycles has revealed a stunning T120 Elvis Presley Limited Edition.  Combining authentic style, performance and modern capability, with a beautifully detailed design scheme, this distinctive T120 takes styling cues from Elvis’ most iconic ’68 ‘Comeback Special’ performance.  Unmistakable ELVIS gold lettering, representing set…

  • KIT: Weisse ‘Sniper’ AA-rated retro-style textile riding jacket

    KIT: Weisse ‘Sniper’ AA-rated retro-style textile riding jacket

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    Inspired by biker jackets of the Sixties, the new Weise Sniper looks every inch a classic, yet has a modern 600D fabric shell and is AA-rated to the latest EN17092-3:2020 safety standard.   It comes with CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armour and a Level 1 back protector fitted as standard, all of which…

  • NORTON: Sponsoring Lansdowne Classic Series

    NORTON: Sponsoring Lansdowne Classic Series

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    Norton Motorcycles has announced its sponsorship of the Lansdowne Classic Series for the 2024 season. Founded in 1998, the Lansdowne Classic Series is a British Championship dedicated to preserving the spirit of historic Grand Prix racing. Since its inauguration, the Norton Manx has been a prominent favourite on the grid, featuring pre-1965 motorcycles. As a…

  • LAUNCH RIDE: First impressions of Moto Guzzi’s new V85 range

    LAUNCH RIDE: First impressions of Moto Guzzi’s new V85 range

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    Last month, we got the chance to head out for a brief blast on the three updated middleweight adventure bikes from the Italian firm – but we weren’t allowed to tell you about it until now. Here’s what you need to know about the latest version of Moto Guzzi’s much-loved V85 TT and TT Travel,…

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