Motorcycle Classics is the authoritative voice of America’s growing classic motorcycle community and the premier magazine for collectors and enthusiasts. Following the latest news and trends, and featuring in-depth reviews and riding impressions – with full technical profiles and value assessments – of classic motorcycles from every continent, Motorcycle Classics brings yesterday’s bikes into focus for today’s classic motorcycle aficionados.
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Terrestrial Flyer: 1954 MV Agusta 175 CSS Disco Volante
CONTENDERS • Two more 175cc Italian singles
SMOOTH OPERATOR • 1972 BMW R75/5
AUNT WINNIE’S ALLSTATE • 1954 Sears Allstate Puch 125
650 SIBLING RIVALRY • 1960 BSA Super Rocket vs. 1957 Triumph Tiger 110
The Legendary Edward Turner
The Ace Café
SURF RIDERS • On a day off, do you go riding or surfing? This curious crew did both.
ADDED CLASS • 2021 Royal Enfield Meteor 350
TWO-STROKE THUNDER • When red, white and blue smoke defined 500cc Grand Prix road racing
Peter Starr’s American Legends Series podcast: True tales of racing bravado, high-speed skill and a dash of crazy
DICK MANN • A tribute to a nice guy, and a great rider
Vanson Dominator 2 Jacket and Michelin Road Classic Tires
Michelin Road Classic Tires
Rebuilding a BMW front brake master cylinder
“If it’s consistently backfiring, I’d guess that you have somehow reversed the coils.”
The Paso Puzzle
Don’t miss these upcoming events! • All events subject to change. Please check event websites for updated information.
RIDES AND DESTINATIONS • CHICKAMAUGA AND CHATTANOOGA NATIONAL MILITARY PARK SOUTHEASTERN TENNESSEE AND NORTHERN GEORGIA
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Tale of the Tape: Road racing’s first knee pucks were of duct tape