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Britain’s pothole crisis: what it means for motorcyclists

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Mark Lancaster

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21st April 2026

New data highlights the scale of Britain’s pothole problem, with billions spent on repairs while road conditions continue to deteriorate. For motorcyclists, the issue is more than inconvenience — it’s a serious safety concern. Roads still breaking despite billions spent Britain’s pothole crisis continues to worsen, with significant investment failing to deliver long-term improvements to…
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Softail V-Max – Chopped Big Yam Bruiser

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Nik Samson

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9th February 2026

Speaking as a former V-Max owner* myself, I must admit I do have a soft spot for Yamaha’s legendary muscle cruiser so, when I was told by Daniel at Kustom Choppers Ltd that he was just finishing off a chopped one, I and therefore, by extension, the magazine was interested. *kind of – it was…
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Fat-wheel sporty Mint Customs trike

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Alex Bestwick

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8th January 2026

Like a Hot Wheels toy come to life
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Green gem Ultima chop

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Nik Samson

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12th December 2025

Another from the stables of Hellstown Choppers
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Eraserhead: Tracking down a legend of custom bike history

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Nik Samson

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6th November 2025

Legendary custom bike Eraserhead seemed to quickly disappear off the face of the earth. Then, Nik unexpectedly stumbled across it.
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The (not quite) Original Sin: 1960 Triumph Thunderbird

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Del Hickey

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9th October 2025

It’s one of the great biker conversations, isn’t it? If a custom bike changes some of its components, is it still the same custom bike?
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Top 10 reasons to attend Stafford this weekend

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Alex Bestwick

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6th October 2025

With racing legends, jaw-dropping stunts, unmissable displays and legendary bikes up for auction – here are ten reasons you’ll want to mark your calendar for The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show sponsored by Carole Nash this October 11–12 returning this weekend:
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Pork Chop: 90s streetfighter

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Nik Samson

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19th September 2025

The GSX 1100 EFE Suzuki this bike is based on was, although fast as hell, a big, heavy pig of a motorcycle, and this one was chopped back in the ‘90s, hence the name ‘Pork Chop’.
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How 160/80-R16 tyres keep British motorcyclists safe

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Web Editor

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29th August 2025

We have received payment for the content in this article. Learn more. The right motorcycle tyre can be the difference between a safe ride and a serious accident. For UK motorcyclists, understanding how tyre specifications like 160/80-R16 affect safety is essential – especially when official statistics show that proper equipment significantly reduces accident risks, despite motorcycles…
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350 Bullet Royal Enfield: Built like a gun

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Del Hickey

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22nd August 2025

This very subtle little single’s been built out of a 350 Bullet Royal Enfield – a bike you don’t often see custom variants of.
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