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There’s all sorts of fascinating stuff in Bill’s barn, as this picture amply shows. “It’s been much better than a proper job,” he said, “but this is the year I’ve decided to retire after almost 40 years in the trade. "If I’m honest, I’ve always preferred the buying to the selling part – probably something…

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Chris and Mary Harris are pictured with a 1929 Ariel Model F. Chris is often seen aboard a Scott, but said that the Ariel was much more suitable for pillion duties when Mary comes along! Starting from what has now become the event’s home, the British Motor Museum (formerly the Heritage Motor Centre) at Gaydon,…

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Brian (left) and ace engineer Arthur, his near-lifetime mate, reflect on good times with the two bikes they once shared. Following my progress report of nine months ago, by which time I’d restored the rolling chassis of my 1937 350cc Cotton-JAP, I lifted the engine on to the bench and the first thing I noticed…

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Visitors could be in for a surprise when they see the sheer variety of British scooters in the new display at the Haynes International Motor Museum in Yeovil. The collection showcases the development of the scooter, from its beginnings after the First World War to the demise of scooter manufacture in Britain in the 1970s.…

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All you need to carry out the T160 conversion is the new sprocket, your original spider assembly and shock-absorber rubber retaining plate, a T150 primary chain and T150 Triplex engine sprocket. David and Ian Wright from Classic Triumph in Australia manufacture a Triplex shock absorber sprocket that allows the fitting of a T150 Triplex primary…

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Experiencing a few laps as pillion passenger with Leon’s equally famous dad, Ron is one of the things that Ben Hayes will never forget. The day started at the gym, where Ben was put through his paces as he joined Leon for his personal training session – a gruelling workout with trainer Kirk Gibbons. Read…

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Japanese machinery of all descriptions made a beeline for the Sammy Miller Museum on June 11. Nearest the camera are a 500cc Honda single and a Kawasaki KH250. Awards for the best 1950s/60s bike, the best machines from the 1970s, 80s and 90s, the best bike at show and best ladies’ bike were presented by…

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Class A winner Rob Head (740 BSA Norton) is seen in close company with Class B winner Keith Ruddock (250 BSA). The riders had to decide what their own average speeds would be and then ride smoothly and consistently to achieve them. There was lots of motorcycling nostalgia in the paddock, with bikes ranging from…

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The club’s ‘Reed Scott’ is mastered by an enthusiastic rider. Well, your dreams can come true when you enrol on a Vintage Motor Cycle Club training day. Twice a year, the VMCC organises training days on which enthusiasts can experience the challenge of riding early machinery with hand gear-change, lever throttles and other interesting features…

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