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Classic Motorcycle Mechanics
Running, riding and repairing Japanese, European and American classics from the 70s, 80s and 90s.
Features
8 > Generations
The Powervalve might be fine tool, but why do we still prefer the original Elsie? We put two fine examples head to head to find out
20 > Ballymena show
The best of the best at the VJMC Northern Counties show.
28 > By royal appointment
The Honda CB450 Black Bomber made such an impact in 1966 that even members of the Royal Family were snapping them up. We find an original bike with a right royal heritage.
48 > Mira files
Shaft driven tourers from East and West - it's the Suzuki GS1000G versus the BMW R100T.
54 > Poland by CX500
Rob and Shaun from the CX Club ride across Europe on a pair of 500s. You came all the way from England - on that?
58 > Showstoppers
All the way from LA - it?s the California Highway Patrol?s finest.
62 > Stateside scene
Our friends from the VJEMC report on the Barber Vintage Motorcycle Festival.
68 > Bike restorations
How two dedicated restorers are helping classic bikers get the very best out of their machines.
70 > Honda CB650
IIt was supposed to take the middleweight market by storm, but Honda?s first 650 turned out to be a sheep in sheep?s clothing.
94 > Buying a Harley Davidson FX
You don't need fringed jackets and tattoos to enjoy a Harley, if you know which model to buy.
Technical
24 > Kawasaki Z250 engine rebuild part 1
First in a new three part series. If you own a Z250 or 305 you need to know this stuff. If you don't, then read on with a smug grin.
64 > The Knowledge
Mark Haycock shows you where to hit it, and how hard.
76 > Basics
Single, twins and fours, SOHC and DOHC; here's what it all means.
15 > News
What's hot and what's happening.
34 > Product news
Our pick of the best new products.
36 > Show us yours
The very best readers? bikes in our monthly showcase.
40 > VJMC
Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club.
44 > Letters
Speak your mind through our mailbag.
78 > Bike bashes
Events, rallies and shows.
80 > Features index
A dip into our archive.
83 > Problem solver
Free advice from our panel of experts.
87 > Jap corner
The ultimate emporium for your Jap classic.
98 > Bikes and bits
Buying or selling; the best place for a bargain.
106 > Services guide
Expert services for your bike.
109 > Nostalgia
How Dan left the fish counter at Sainsbury?s and found love with a Honda CB1.
112 > Next month
A peek at next month's issue.
113 > Biking lemons
Celebrating the engineering prowess of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. Not.
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