Running, riding and repairing Japanese, European and American classics from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
FEATURES 8 > sports moped shoot-out The ultimate sixteener test – we find the fastest!
20 > stateside scene Rick Booth, sculptor extraordinaire, and his unusual Norton collection
28 > HONDA CB1100R Chris Pearson rides the ultimate dohc Honda Four
48 > mira files Kawasaki’s GPZ305 was a high puncher in the flyweight class. John Nutting was at the ringside
58 > showstoppers MV Agusta 750 America. Even the name is thrilling
64 > real vs retro How does the latest Kawasaki Z1000 compare to the original king of the street? Rod Gibson put them head-to-head to find out
70 > classic ride Honda's lost tiddler – the CB125K3 Super Sport
76 > griffs reality motor works Inside Bristol’s top restoration company
94 > buying bikes Buying a GPZ550? Check our in-depth buying guide
113 > fizzy days More cartoon capers
24 > The heart of the king Rod Gibson strips an original 1972 Z1 for our latest engine rebuild
54 > bargain banger Our VT500 cheapie fires up; but did it make the budget?
62 > reader rebuild Rob Davis built this CX500 from parts found in Germany
74 > product review Mark Haycock tests fuel solvent cleaners
15 > news What’s hot this month
22 > Product news New kit, old favourites, the best in this month’s biking gear
34 > staff bikes Gez Kane heeds the call of the track with another project bike
36 > Show Us Yours Put yourself in the picture
40 > vjmc Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club
44 > LETTERS This month's mailbag
78 > bike bashes Events, rallies and shows
80 > Features Index Missed a story? Catch up here
83 > Problem Solver Time for a helping hand
87 > jap corner The ultimate emporium for your Jap Classic
98 > Bikes and Bits Gorgeous bikes galore
104 > services guide
107 > internet help Biking in Cyberspace READER OFFERS
41 > READER EXTRA Regalia, books and back issues – a veritable treasure trove of goodies for Mechanics readers
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