Retro Classic

NORTON: Expansion plans announced

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Mark Lancaster

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17th July 2024

Norton Motorcycles, part of the TVS Motor Company Group, announced its investment and growth plans to prepare the company for international expansion. Hosting a contingent of international journalists at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, members of Norton’s senior leadership team – Sudarshan Venu, Dr Robert Hentschel and Richard Arnold – shared the brand’s vision and…
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EVENT: The Malle Mile Festival

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Mark Lancaster

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11th July 2024

July 18-21 / Lincolnshire / www.mallelondon.com We’ve always heard great things about this super-cool biker bash that takes place every summer. Everyone we know that’s been has nothing but nice things to say. With that kind of reputation, it should come as no surprise they’re gearing up for their 10th time at it. If you’re…
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PROJECT: You’ve bought one. What next?

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Mark Lancaster

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22nd June 2024

The good folks at Classic Bike Guide magazine have been sharing their hard-won wisdom about what’s involved when hunting out and fixing up old bikes… WORDS and PHOTOS: Matt Hull Temptation First of all, do you really want it? Will you use it, can you afford it, and is there room? Does it give you…
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PROJECT: Buying and restoring a classic

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Mark Lancaster

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21st June 2024

The good folks at Classic Bike Guide magazine have been sharing their hard-won wisdom about what’s involved when hunting out and fixing up old bikes. WORDS and PHOTOS: Matt Hull What are you buying? Look at what you’re getting – is it complete? If it’s a runner, then get a ride if you can (make…
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TRIUMPH: New T120 Elvis Limited Edition

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Mark Lancaster

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18th June 2024

Celebrating Elvis and the fascinating tale of his ‘Memphis Mafia’ Bonnevilles, Triumph Motorcycles has revealed a stunning T120 Elvis Presley Limited Edition. Combining authentic style, performance and modern capability, with a beautifully detailed design scheme, this distinctive T120 takes styling cues from Elvis’ most iconic ’68 ‘Comeback Special’ performance. Unmistakable ELVIS gold lettering, representing set…
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KIT: Weisse ‘Sniper’ AA-rated retro-style textile riding jacket

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Mark Lancaster

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17th June 2024

Inspired by biker jackets of the Sixties, the new Weise Sniper looks every inch a classic, yet has a modern 600D fabric shell and is AA-rated to the latest EN17092-3:2020 safety standard. It comes with CE Level 2 shoulder and elbow armour and a Level 1 back protector fitted as standard, all of which…
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NORTON: Sponsoring Lansdowne Classic Series

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Mark Lancaster

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6th April 2024

Norton Motorcycles has announced its sponsorship of the Lansdowne Classic Series for the 2024 season. Founded in 1998, the Lansdowne Classic Series is a British Championship dedicated to preserving the spirit of historic Grand Prix racing. Since its inauguration, the Norton Manx has been a prominent favourite on the grid, featuring pre-1965 motorcycles. As a…
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LAUNCH RIDE: First impressions of Moto Guzzi’s new V85 range

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Ross Mowbray

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12th March 2024

Last month, we got the chance to head out for a brief blast on the three updated middleweight adventure bikes from the Italian firm – but we weren’t allowed to tell you about it until now. Here’s what you need to know about the latest version of Moto Guzzi’s much-loved V85 TT and TT Travel,…
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Norton Motorcycles unveils 125th-anniversary Limited Edition motorcycle collection

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Mark Lancaster

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15th November 2023

–Norton Motorcycles unveils Limited Edition motorcycle collection in honour of Norton’s 125th anniversary-Limited Editions pay homage to Norton’s history with liveries from iconic heritage models-125 bikes will be available across the collection, which comprises Commando 961, V4SV and V4CR-Limited Editions will make their first public appearance at Motorcycle Live from 18th–26th November Solihull, 15 November…
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NEW BIKES: Triumph reveals Scrambler 1200 XE and X

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Ross Mowbray

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3rd October 2023

Triumph has just revealed its Scrambler line-up for 2024 – adding a new Scrambler 1200 X and updating its top-of-the-line 1200 XE. We’ve a lot of time for the big retro-styled trailie’s from the British factory; powered by a 1200cc Bonneville engine and kitted out with off-road ready 21-inch front wheels, they’re proper bits of…
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