A 500cc Grand Prix winner at the age of 23, John ‘Noddy’ Newbold was a formidable opponent during the 1970s and 80s, winning an International road race and countless British Championship races as both a
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TT Lock-In: Relive the greatest moments in TT history
Whilst the bikes may not be racing down Bray Hill this year, TT fans can look forward to eight evenings of exclusive TT-themed entertainment from the past, present and future as part of ‘TT Lock-In’ in June.
Read moreFrom the Archive: Hurst Historics’ Honda CR750 – Where others fear to tread
Just sometimes it’s good to be different, and Andy Smith is a man who is prepared to swim against the tide. Graham Lawlor tells the story of his unlikely race bike and the history behind
Read morePhillip Island: Aussie’s a knockout
Australia had to dig deep to hold off an unexpectedly strong challenge from the USA to retain its International Challenge trophy at the Phillip Island Classic. Report: Hamish CooperPhotographs: James O’Hagan Building on a strong
Read moreSum of Team Parts adds up to success
You’re just too stupid to stop! These were the words of one of Team Parts Europe’s sponsors part way through last season’s European Endurance Cup Championship. They went on to win in convincing style, beating
Read moreTrio of Brough Superiors, right? Wrong.
Photo: Mortons Archive Three big V-twins, featuring plated petrol tanks and even at a glance a fine specification, with speedometers and lighting sets apparent. Brough Superiors, right? Wrong… At a glance – and to be
Read moreFrom the Archive: Tony McGurk – mountain course journeyman
Tony McGurk blames the media frenzy around Giacomo Agostini for costing him a podium finish in the 1968 Senior TT. John Watterson explains. Photographs: John Watterson and Mortons Archive www.mortonsarchive.com Now aged 73, McGurk was
Read moreworld’s biggest classic motorcycle publisher, Mortons Media Group, unleashes new website and app
That’s right, classic bike fans – we’ve been busy during lockdown and May 8 will see the launch of the Classic Bike Hub.
Read moreCan you help find this wedding BSA Shooting Star?
Classic Bike Guide reader John King is trying to track down his old BSA for a romantic reunification. Could you help him? John writes: “I’m hoping for readers’ help. In 1960, I bought a BSA A7
Read moreNew rider programme provides a free start with CRMC races
In a move aimed at encouraging new or returning riders to take part in events, Novice or Intermediate Novice licence holders will this year get free entry for their first race with the CRMC. The
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