Motorcycles have figured prominently in just about every aspect of 20th-century life. Classic and vintage motorcycles have become highly collectible, especially among baby boomers.
The first motorcycles were produced in the late 19th century, on both sides of the Atlantic. Some of the earliest efforts were simply small motors attached to a bicycle. In the 20th century, hundreds of makers produced motorcycles of all varieties, including Indian, Harley-Davidson, Ducati, Crocker, BMW, Triumph, Honda and more.
Two American companies, Indian and Harley-Davidson, dominated the market in the U.S. until the waves of British and Japanese imports in the 1950s and 1960s respectively. While Indian ultimately failed, Harley-Davidson made a comeback in the 1980s, and its vintage 'hogs' are now a favorite of riders and collectors.
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BLOG: Motoring into history
Illawarra Mercury (blog), May 23rdWhen writing recently about a classic motorcycle display, I said that each vehicle on display marked its own moment in history. I also said that to appreciate the present we must study the past. So for this blog I won't describe the vehicles on display...Read more
Ewan McGregor sports a retro look in Hollywood
Scotsman, May 23rdThe star of Trainspotting and Star Wars hopped on his vintage motorcycle after his styling session in Salon By Benjamin in West Hollywood and sped off. McGregor, who was sporting a well groomed handle-bar moustache, recently confirmed his interest in...Read more
Woman escapes with minor injuries after vintage motorcycle accident
The Northern Echo, May 19thThe female casualty was pillion passenger on a vintage motorcycle when the bike flipped over and landed on the woman, between Bushes House and Low Whitter Farm in the village. Paul Richardson, deployment manager for North Yorkshire Police, said:...Read more
BikeBandit Sponsors AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
Cycleworld, May 9thThe American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce that BikeBandit.com, the country's leading online source for motorcycle parts, gear and accessories, is the title sponsor for the 2013 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, set for July 19-21 at Mid...Read more
Singleton Classic Motorcycle ride raises $5000
The Singleton Argus, May 6thSingleton Classic Motorcycle Club members Mark Burgmann and Denis Paget get ready to start the long rally. SINGLETON Classic Motorcycle Club's 18th annual rally at the Singleton Showground brought more than 100 people into town for a country ride...Read more
Deadline approaching for AMA member discount on AMA Vintage Motorcycle ...
Motor Sports Newswire (press release), May 6thPICKERINGTON, OH – May 6, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Time is running out for American Motorcyclist Association members to buy discounted tickets to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, the country's premier vintage motorcycling bash, set for July...Read more
MODS vs. ROCKERS vintage motorcycle, scooter rally set for Aragon
Chicago Sun-Times (blog), May 1stROCKERS vintage motorcycle, scooter rally set for Aragon. By Miriam Di Nunzio on May 1, 2013 6:36 PM | No Comments | No TrackBacks. More than 1,000 vintage motorcycles, scooters and hot rods will invade the Aragon Balloom (1106) W. Lawrence) on...Read more
Classic motorcycle: Yamaha DT175MX
Telegraph.co.uk, April 23rdClassic motorcycle: Yamaha DT175MX. Some motorcycles stand the test of time better than others. The Yamaha DT175MX is one such bike, says Ian Marsden. Classic motorcycle: Yamaha DT175. Then and now: Ian Marsden with his Yamaha DT175MX, old...Read more
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