The Triumph Dolomite Sprint, perfect Touring car in 1970s. Still scores class wins now. 1st in class at 2019 Silverstone Classic. Report on Classic in Classic and Competition Car 108. Free to read on Previous issue page at www.classcompcar.com
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Proper British Bikes at Bikes and Breakfast...
...and Proper British behavior at Van Sant Historic Airfield
It was all unofficial of course, but a plethora of British iron some how (cheeky!) made its way to Bikes & Breakfast in Palisades, New York this past Sunday.
After that I rode my imitation Brit bike (Kawasaki W800 Cafe) to the Van Sant Historic Airfield in Erwinna, Pennsylvania. Still on a high from seeing British front drum brakes I channeled the naughty Benny Hill -- and got away with it without being given what for.
Music: God Save the King performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Hilary Davan Wetton, conductor, and Mr. Airplane Man by Howlin' Wolf (yes, I combined them indeed)
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2023 Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster Ride Review
Photographed along Route 66, throughout Nevada and Arizona in the United States.
Triumph’s iconic Bonneville lineup has been around for a long time. It was the British manufacturer's take on 50s motorcycle Americana and holds a special place in history as one of the original café racers. The first time I sat on the 2023 Bonneville Speedmaster, I wanted to pull out a comb, dip it in a can of grease lightning, slick my hair back, and throw a black leather jacket on with a pair of vintage bottom-cuffed blue jeans. This bike takes you back. Back to the classic rebellious biker films of the 50s and 60s. Triumph’s Bonneville was a cool bike. Cool enough for Marlon Brando, James Dean, Steve McQueen, and the Fonz in their prime. That’s pretty freakin’ cool.
After coming out of a 60s motorcycle film flashback, I saddled up my travel bag onto the Speedmaster, popped my collar, and shifted into gear like a rebel without a cause. The destination? I was headed to the Mojave Desert, through Las Vegas and Arizona on Classic Route 66. Afterward, I’d put this Bonneville to the ultimate test on what is known as the ‘Tail of the Dragon of the West Coast’.
Check out the full ride review.
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Doing a Krylov light en route to Baden-Baden
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Motorcycle TV: Steve McQueen Desert Racer
I ran across this hour-long motorcycle documentary on Amazon Prime and, of course, I had to watch it.
I knew the actor Steve McQueen was into motorcycles and motorcycle racing, but I did not realize he was REALLY into motorcycles and motorcycle racing! This TV show documents what he and his friends did to get motorcycles into movies and how they raced at the top levels.
A few the things I…
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The new Tiger 900 Rally Pro is hitting our shores with more power and a host of other changes. Is it a major leap forward for the model? What are its strengths and weaknesses? After testing the new machine on and off-road, ADV Pulse contributor Steve Kamrad has the scoop on how it performs and other answers to your burning questions. Follow the link for details!
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