FROM OUR ARCHIVES Though history records Les Archer as being European motocross champion in 1956, results, or lack of, at the start of the season suggested a different outcome for the series. Words: Tim Britton
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It’s not just for decoration
When painter and decorator Roger Simkin wanted a Beezer that looked good and went even better, it was Mick Bennett he went to. Ever regretted selling something? I bet you have. In Roger Simkin’s case
Read moreAn hour with… the Banks
The Banks family of Bury St Edmunds has a special place in motocross history, with no fewer than three generations all becoming British champions. Words: Ian Berry Pics: Ian Berry, Peter Cutts, Graham Milne and
Read moreKing of the IT crowd
Put two off-roaders together and the first question from either is generally “What’ve you got on the go at the moment?” This is often followed by “You’re doing a WHAT!?” Occasionally it is “Oh, one
Read moreLean & mean lime green
Kawasaki’s advertising slogan in the Seventies made much of the light weight and colour of their MX models, we check out an SR400 which epitomised the advert legend. It is a fascinating world in which
Read moreYou need a… Matchless trials bike
You probably don’t realise it, but a big four-stroke single is what you need in your life right now and the AMC version is pretty damned handsome. Surely everyone must know the story of how the
Read moreShop window to the world
The ISDT often showcased future developments in our industry and proved they would work too. Naturally the press were there. This is a little bit of personal indulgence on my part here… and I suppose
Read moreSuper profile: A works TriBSA
Though still fielding machines based on production bikes, the UK team for 1966 had some good kit. To perform well on the world stage was always the aim of the UK’s motorcycle industry throughout its
Read moreClass of 1970
When it came to teaching the MX world a lesson, Husqvarna’s 400 Cross was top of the class. Looking at Will Bennett’s bike again, after its Stafford-winning appearance, it was clear this was still a
Read moreAn hour with…Rob Edwards
Words: Rob Edwards and John Moffat Pics: Nick Nicholls Collection at Mortons Archive Stalwart of the Montesa trials team Rob Edwards got his break with a semi-official AJS, John Moffat has an hour with the
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