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The scariest bit of any rebuild is that moment where you have no further excuses but to try and start the bike up. For that\’s always the time when the worst possible scenarios run like a horror movie in your head. "Did I put those gear selectors in correctly? Are the oil lines the right…

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The show, at Stafford County Showground over the weekend of October 20-21, was a real end-of-season treat for enthusiasts of motorcycling whatever the era. Guest star Graeme Crosby — the Kiwi former race ace — won a host of friends with his easy charm and great stories… as well as his tireless autograph signing, while…

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We couldn't have hoped for better weather, too, as the sun's come out and the earlier skies which were overcast are now blue. The Stafford County Showground is set in 70 acres of Staffordshire countryside, easily accessible and a five minute drive from junction 14 of the M6. We spoke to one couple in the…

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For thousands of bike enthusiasts, the highlight of the year. Over the course of two days, more than 30,000 of you will visit what is probably the largest show of its type in Europe… For more information: www.classicbikeshows.com

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Rainey proved an incredible hit with fans, with his stories both on and off the racetrack, with unprecedented crowds flocking around to hear his tales of trials and tribulations. Competing with the American racer for the crowd's attention was undoubtedly the most superb selection of classic motorcycles on display in the UK; this coupled with…

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With the emphasis firmly on motorcycles from the 60's, 70's, and 80's; the Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics show is getting bigger and better each year. With more than 30,000 enthusiasts demonstrating the growing popularity in motorcycles from this era it really would be a shame to miss it. Also the amazing Wall of Death…

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Classic Motorcycle Mechanics is a monthly magazine for 70s and 80s bike owners – the perfect guide for restoration and rebuilding, and CMM also reviews and road tests readers' machines every month.

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The Long Way Over charity ride was going to cover 400 miles by ST70 and C90 in aid of the Lymphoma Association. Unfortunately, Rod Gibson, Classic Mechanics editor fell seriously ill (and remains so) – so the event was cancelled.

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