Category: Features

Ariel Huntmaster: Ground-up build

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When retirement came a-calling, Bob decided that a ground-up classic bike build would be the ideal project to keep him out of trouble. Little did he know… Words by Rowena Hoseason Photos by Bob Bob already owned an Ariel Huntmaster so figured that familiarity would give him a head start. He tracked down a 1958 frame with a V5C, paid…
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BMW R65 Restoration | Part Three

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Last time, Ric Campbell checked the engine, clutch and gearbox and untangled the bike’s electrics. Now to fettle the fuel tank and find out if this scruffy old boxer will actually run… Words and photos by Ric Campbell. Archive images RC RChive The petrol tank was quite a challenge as it still had what once was petrol inside, was almost…
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BMW R65 Restoration | Part Two

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Last time, Ric Campbell started the restoration of a really rather ratty BMW airhead. Now to inspect the engine and gearbox, and then tackle the electrics… Words and photos: Ric Campbell. Archive images: RC RChive Whilst repairing the BMW I kept a list of what I did and I just had another look at it. My goodness, the cost! I…
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