Motorcycle Classics

Motorcycle Classics is the authoritative voice of America’s growing classic motorcycle community and the premier magazine for collectors and enthusiasts. Following the latest news and trends, and featuring in-depth reviews and riding impressions – with full technical profiles and value assessments – of classic motorcycles from every continent, Motorcycle Classics brings yesterday’s bikes into focus for today’s classic motorcycle aficionados.

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Motorcycle CLASSICS

“Mine had OBRUT across the front.”

Vision with a Vee: 1982-1983 Yamaha XZ550R Vision

ON THE MARKET • 1982 Yamaha XZ550R Vision: $2,250

CONTENDERS • V-twin alternatives to Yamaha’s XZ550R Vision

Dain Gingerelli joins our PA Getaway, 2019 show updates and Riding Into History

Price guide returns

HIP TO BE SQUARE • 1959 Ariel Square Four

TIMELY TRIBUTE • Magni MV Agusta 750S Tributo test

SUPER FOUR • 1973 Kawasaki Z-1

Let them eat Steak!

THE WAY WE WEREN’T IN ’73 • GPS? We didn’t need no stinkin’ GPS!

CAT QUICK & TIGER TOUGH • 1970 OSSA Pioneer

BRITISH BRUISER • 2019 Triumph Speed Twin

2019 Scrambler 1200 XC and XE

Triumph Speed Twin history

LAS VEGAS 2019 • Numbers up, prices steady at Las Vegas auctions

PRESSED STEEL BOXER • 1929 BMW R11

Tires: 3.5 x 19in front and rear Weight: 402.6lb (183kg) Seat height: 28.3in (720mm) Fuel capacity: 3.7gal (14ltr)

KickMagic pneumatic-assist starter install

KEITH’S GARAGE • “The specs call for the points to open between 1.8 and 2.0mm before TDC.”

RIDES AND DESTINATIONS • KITT PEAK NATIONAL OBSERVATORY, ARIZONA

THE SKINNY

Don’t miss these upcoming events!

New Stuff for Old Bikes • From keeping your bike charged to riding in style, here are six products every classic bike fan should know about.

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Four seconds to greatness