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  • Honda Transalp makes a comeback

    Honda Transalp makes a comeback

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    It’s been missing for a decade. But one of Honda’s most endearing bikes, the Transalp, is back for 2023, with a new 755cc parallel twin engine and chassis based around the same platform as the new CB750 Hornet. The original XL600 Transalp was launched in 1986, when adventure tourers were called ‘dual sports’ bikes –…

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  • Follow award-winning filmmaker Peter Starr around the world on two wheels in Motorcycle Traveler

    Follow award-winning filmmaker Peter Starr around the world on two wheels in Motorcycle Traveler

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    Following a cancer diagnosis in 2004, Peter Starr was determined to live a purposeful life and see the world by motorcycle, exploring 12 new places across the globe. Starr discovered his passion for two wheels at school, buying his first motorcycle aged 16. Inspired by his love for motorcycle sport, Peter went on to work…

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  • Celebrate 120 years of Triumph Motorcycles with new collection

    Celebrate 120 years of Triumph Motorcycles with new collection

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    Hundreds of photographs spanning British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph’s incredible history are featured in a new collection specially selected by James Robinson, editor of The Classic MotorCycle magazine. Triumph: Pictorial History of the Great British Marque delves deep into the extensive Mortons photographic archive to cover everything from the late Victorian age to the Great War,…

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  • January/February Issue

    January/February Issue

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    Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on. Classic Racer magazine covers everything from tests of historic racing machinery, written by those who rode them, to tales of the heroes who made the sport great. With detailed bike profiles we take you so close to your…

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  • January/February Issue

    January/February Issue

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    Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on. Classic Racer magazine covers everything from tests of historic racing machinery, written by those who rode them, to tales of the heroes who made the sport great. With detailed bike profiles we take you so close to your…

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  • BLACK FRIDAY DEALS – SAVE ON SUBSCRIPTIONS, TICKETS & MERCH!

    BLACK FRIDAY DEALS – SAVE ON SUBSCRIPTIONS, TICKETS & MERCH!

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    For a limited time only, you can save £££s in one of our biggest sales of the year! Treat yourself, or get started on your Christmas shopping early with up to 50% off books, 10% off advance show tickets and 30% off merch and bookazines! Whether you’re in to classic or modern motorcycles, reading about…

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  • Fast Eddie: Mondello to Macau!

    Fast Eddie: Mondello to Macau!

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    Ireland has produced more than its fair share of top motorcycle racers over the years, and Eddie Laycock is one who made it all the way. His story is one of many ups and downs: here’s part 1.   Words: Mark McCloskey Photographs: Don Morley, Eddie Laycock Motorcycles came to Eddie Laycock at an early…

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  • Mike Hailwood's Grand Prix crash x-ray is up for auction

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    A genuine x-ray from Mike Hailwood’s Grand Prix crash, alongside a copy of the new book Mike Hailwood in 100 Objects, is currently accepting bids on eBay.  This is a rare opportunity to own a truly unique piece of motorcycle racing memorabilia.  The x-ray is Mike Hailwood’s original 1975 check-up x-ray from Rosebank Clinic, Johannesburg (06/05/75) of…

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  • Preview: November/December issue of Classic Racer Magazine

    Preview: November/December issue of Classic Racer Magazine

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    Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on. Classic Racer magazine covers everything from tests of historic racing machinery, written by those who rode them, to tales of the heroes who made the sport great. With detailed bike profiles we take you so close to your…

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  • Preview: November/December issue of Classic Racer Magazine

    Preview: November/December issue of Classic Racer Magazine

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    Classic Racer magazine celebrates the greatest racers and racing motorcycles in history, where motorcycle-racing legends truly live on. Classic Racer magazine covers everything from tests of historic racing machinery, written by those who rode them, to tales of the heroes who made the sport great. With detailed bike profiles we take you so close to your…

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