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In this issue

Triumph Thunderbirds.

Rachael Clegg’s family album.

Closer look – English race circuits.

Classic components – JAP part seven..

Solo racer

That he was a world champion on three wheels is well documented, but Eric Oliver was also a more-than-decent solo competitor, too.

Solo racer

3 mins

THUNDERBIRDS ARE GO

The Triumph Thunderbird was launched in autumn 1949 for the 1950 model year – after some impressive publicity meant it was much anticipated. It remained a range mainstay for a decade and a half.

THUNDERBIRDS ARE GO

9 mins

The golden years

Order a new UK Triumph Thunderbird in 1957 or 1958, and then unless you asked otherwise, it would arrive finished in bronze gold

The golden years

6 mins

Store Cupboard Special

Though we’re hopefully nearing the end of lockdown, it’s inspired an apt new project, trying to make a tasty meal out of all the leftovers.

Store Cupboard Special

6 mins

Third Time Lucky

Will this third BSA side-valve single measure up to the first one? Should you ever go back? Yes, of course you should if it provides a spark of joy.

Third Time Lucky

9 mins

Reunification reminiscence

In the summer of 1990, 30 years ago this year, a pair of Vincent enthusiasts set out on a trip to the new, united Germany.

Reunification reminiscence

7 mins

Loyal servant

For over 50 years, this vintage AJS has provided faithful service - and it keeps on doing so.

Loyal servant

10+ mins

Fetch the family album…

Just before Father’s Day, Noel Clegg’s collection of motorcycle photographs, which were taken at his father Tom’s side as a young boy at race meetings of the 1950s and 1960s, were examined by his daughter, Rachael.

Fetch the family album…

8 mins

Dream machine

Although well known for their racing successes, FB Mondial were no strangers to producing utilitarian machines, with this, the Sogno (Dream), one of their more unusual offerings.

Dream machine

6 mins

A brief chat with... Mike Wills

Though always an active section participant, Mike Wills resisted suggestions that he stand for the VMCC presidency until now.

A brief chat with... Mike Wills

5 mins

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The Classic MotorCycle Magazine Description:

PublisherMortons

CategoryAutomotive

LanguageEnglish

FrequencyMonthly

Started in 1903, The Classic MotorCycle has more to offer the true vintage motorcycle enthusiast than any other publication, backed by Europe's largest motorcycle image archive.Auto Motives, Technology, Mortons

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