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Motorcycle History

Riders You Should Know: Anke-Eve Goldmann

Riders You Should Know: Anke-Eve Goldmann

A true trailblazer.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 17 May 2021
08:39 How Harley Got Its Mascot: The Story Of Racer Ray Weishaar

How Harley Got Its Mascot: The Story Of Racer Ray Weishaar

The Wrecking Crew had talented racers and one very good little piggy in the paddock.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 30 April 2021
Remembering Royal Enfield’s Diesel-Powered Bullet

Remembering Royal Enfield’s Diesel-Powered Bullet

Going the distance, (not) going for speed.
By Dustin Wheelen 20 April 2021
08:27 Watch Honda Take You On A Virtual Tour Of The Legendary RC142

Watch Honda Take You On A Virtual Tour Of The Legendary RC142

If you can't go to the museum, Honda will bring it to you.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 26 March 2021
Moto History 101: The Kawasaki Square-Four 750

Moto History 101: The Kawasaki Square-Four 750

Rawer than steak tartare.
By Dustin Wheelen 18 March 2021
Cycleweird: The Yamaha Morpho Concept

Cycleweird: The Yamaha Morpho Concept

‘80s futurism is the best futurism.
By Dustin Wheelen 18 March 2021
06:24 Cycleweird: That Time Chrysler Made A Snow Moped

Cycleweird: That Time Chrysler Made A Snow Moped

What about ... no wheels?
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 25 February 2021
The 1941 Indian 841 Was A U.S. Army Commission For Desert Missions

The 1941 Indian 841 Was A U.S. Army Commission For Desert Missions

A unique prototype.
By Justin Hughes 20 February 2021
01:22 Cycleweird: The Wooler Flat Four

Cycleweird: The Wooler Flat Four

When every tool you need is already on your bike.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 29 January 2021
34:58 Here's How A Mad Scientist Restores A Vintage Ural

Here's How A Mad Scientist Restores A Vintage Ural

Wire wheels, chemistry, and magic.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 20 January 2021
The Doodle Bug Scooter Put Post-War American Teens On Wheels

The Doodle Bug Scooter Put Post-War American Teens On Wheels

The former Axis powers weren't the only countries to embrace cheap two-wheeled transportation.
By Justin Hughes 03 January 2021
01:33 Remember That Time Toyota Sold Motorcycles?

Remember That Time Toyota Sold Motorcycles?

The real friends were the workhorse bikes we met along the way.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 21 December 2020
02:52 Here's A Brief History Of Triumph Motorcycles In Under 3 Minutes

Here's A Brief History Of Triumph Motorcycles In Under 3 Minutes

Not your granddad's Triumph, but it could have been.
By Janaki Jitchotvisut 21 December 2020
07:34 Honda PC800: The Weird Motorcycle Designed Like A Car

Honda PC800: The Weird Motorcycle Designed Like A Car

FortNine explains the Honda Pacific Coast 800, why it exists, and why a bike built for car drivers is a good idea.
By Justin Hughes 13 December 2020
Happening Now: Queensland Gallery Of Modern Art Motorcycle Exhibit

Happening Now: Queensland Gallery Of Modern Art Motorcycle Exhibit

Head on over to the Land Down Under.
By Enrico Punsalang 05 December 2020
06:07 The Suzuki GS750 Refined The Universal Japanese Motorcycle

The Suzuki GS750 Refined The Universal Japanese Motorcycle

While not revolutionary like its competitors, it learned from them and improved on their formula.
By Justin Hughes 29 November 2020
Book Review: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Vespa

Book Review: Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Vespa

This book goes through the model history, achievements, advertisements, and more.
By Justin Hughes 15 November 2020
The Hesketh Vampire Might Have Saved The British Motorcycle industry

The Hesketh Vampire Might Have Saved The British Motorcycle industry

Instead, it was just too British.
By Justin Hughes 14 November 2020
This Mint 1976 Ducati 750SS Will Make A Fine Addition To Your Stable

This Mint 1976 Ducati 750SS Will Make A Fine Addition To Your Stable

This sweet Italian stallion is looking for a new home.
By Enrico Punsalang 14 November 2020
This 2004 Honda CB50R Dream Is Looking For A New Home

This 2004 Honda CB50R Dream Is Looking For A New Home

A tiny bike with a lot of character.
By Enrico Punsalang 08 November 2020
Flat Track Legend Everett Brashear Passes At 93

Flat Track Legend Everett Brashear Passes At 93

He was one of the top flat track racers of the 1950s.
By Enrico Punsalang 07 November 2020
This 1976 KZ900 Was Kawasaki's Stepping Stone

This 1976 KZ900 Was Kawasaki's Stepping Stone

It bridged the gap between two iconic models, the Z1 and the KZ1000.
By Justin Hughes 01 November 2020
Get Ready To Nerd Out With This 100th Anniversary Moto Guzzi Book

Get Ready To Nerd Out With This 100th Anniversary Moto Guzzi Book

It highlights every single model since 1921.
By Enrico Punsalang 01 November 2020
These Honda ATC 110s Look Like Loads Of Fun

These Honda ATC 110s Look Like Loads Of Fun

These trikes would make for a fun time both on and off-road.
By Enrico Punsalang 25 October 2020
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