Over the past few years the market for retro motorcycles, those machines that conjure up memories of the past, has really expanded and now many of the mainstream manufacturers have at least one retro model in their range. With that in mind, I thought it might be entertaining to compare these machines with the ones they take their inspiration from. Continue reading
Tag Archives: Triumph
Triumph Tiger 80 Project
Sometimes it can be hard to visualise how that box of bits you bought as a ‘project’ will look when finished. This is one of the many challenges that will face the new owner of this circa 1938 Triumph Tiger 80 up for grabs with a guide price of £2,800 – 3,600 (US$4,200 – 5,300) at The Spring Stafford Sale being held at the Staffordshire County Showground by auction house Bonhams on 26 April 2015.
Short film: Old Dogs, New Tricks
Old Dogs, New Tricks is a short film commissioned by the three brothers whose story it tells. It’s a story of what can be achieved if you have an idea and the will to realise it. In this case, a modern twist on three ’60s greats: Triumph Bonneville, Triumph Trident and BSA A65 Lightning. Continue reading