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Guy Martin sets Wall of Death world record on live TV
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Guy Martin set a new speed record for riding the Wall of Death on a live channel four television show. The Lincolnshire motorcyclist was set the challenge of beating 60mph to establish a bona fide world record as officiated over by Guinness, the people who check and award world records for such events. On the…
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Mega barn find of 45 classic motorcycles going to auction at Stafford
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Mega barn find of 45 classic motorcycles going to auction at Stafford Show. An astounding collection of great British motorcycles has been unearthed after more than 25 years. The collection, belonging to the late John Keeley, will feature at Bonhams Stafford Sale, taking place on October 18 at Staffordshire County Showground. James Stensel, Bonhams Head…
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A day of motorcycle fun at Prescott Bike Festival in aid of Blood Bikes
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The Prescott Bike Festival will take place on Sunday, April 12 at the home of the prestigious Bugatti Owners Club in Cheltenham (GL52 9RD). Advanced tickets are £12 and cost £15 on the gate – all event proceeds go to the Nationwide Association of Blood Bikes and Severn Freewheelers. The 2015 Festival will feature large displays…
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The history of Triumph | 25 years at Hinckley
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It’s nearly a quarter of a century since Triumph came back with a bang. Bertie Simmonds examines how they did it for MoreBikes… On June 29th 1990 the press gathered for the announcement that Triumph Motorcycles was back in business again. Many had heard this all before, and many have heard similar stories of great…
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National Motorcycle Museum raffle results
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The National Motorcycle Museum raffle has been drawn and the winner of the 1951 Vincent Rapide Series C 1000cc Motorcycle has been announced. The raffle was drawn by TT superstar John McGuinness – whilst bouncing on a trampoline – at the museum’s 30th anniversary open day on Saturday 1 November. First Prize – 1951 Vincent…
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Bonhams Harrogate Sale preview
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This year, the Bonhams Harrogate sale, taking place on November 12, will include a single-owner collection of seventeen iconic Japanese classic motorcycles spanning the 1980s and 1990s. The collection highlights the technological excellence of Japanese engineering, including important models from the stables of Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha. The machines have been subject to…
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2011 Kawasaki W800 vs Triumph Bonneville | Group test review
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Kawasaki W800 vs Triumph Bonneville: Two modern retro-styled roadsters, and great bikes in their own right or a poor nod to a time gone by? Steve Rose and Bruce Wilson took used examples from 2011 for a ride to find out… Steve’s ride on the Kawasaki W800 It’s 6am somewhere in middle England. The sound of a lone…
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Don’t miss the International Dirt Bike show 30 Oct to 2 Nov
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The annual International Dirt Bike Show off-road fest returns to Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire this autumn for another four action-packed days of dirt biking product launches, entertainment and bargains. The Show has been running for well over a decade at Stoneleigh Park and early indications are that this year’s event will topple previous years in terms…
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Stunning classic motorcycle auction set for Stafford
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An incredible selection of Pioneer, Vintage, Classic, Modern and Racing motorcycles are set to headline Bonhams annual Autumn Stafford Sale at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show, held on 19th October 2014. Ben Walker, International Director for Bonhams Collectors’ Motorcycles, said: “With almost 300 lots including over 180 motorcycles, this year’s Stafford sale will offer something…
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Ago, McGuinness, Mooneyes and more at Mallory Park
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Giacomo Agostini heads the list of sporting icons lined up to take part in this weekend’s Bike Bonanza at Mallory Park. The multi-times World Champion and Isle of Man TT hero will take to the Leicestershire circuit aboard an MV Agusta. And he will be joined by modern day heroes among them John McGuinness and…
