Bike Types & History
What the Fork? The Long and Low World of Chopper History
Extended forks, hardtail frames, and questionable handling. In part six of “What the Fork?”, we look at the rebels of the road: The Chopper.
Fast and practical advice to ride safer, save money, and get the most from your insurance.
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Extended forks, hardtail frames, and questionable handling. In part six of “What the Fork?”, we look at the rebels of the road: The Chopper.
High pipes, knobbly tyres, and zero fear. In part five of “What the Fork?”, we explore the origins of the Scrambler and why it’s the ultimate go-anywhere machine.
Feet forward, arms up, and chrome everywhere. In part four of “What the Fork?”, we explore the evolution of the cruiser and why torque beats top speed.
Speed. Style. Rebellion. The Cafe Racer is the definitive British motorbike. Spanners looks back at the era of the Ton Up Boys and the legendary Triton.
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Don’t leave your track car or project build at risk. Spanners looks at the new SORN and Laid Up Insurance for Cars from Track Day Addicts (TDA).
Think mopeds are just for delivering pizza? Think again. Spanners takes a ride through moped history, from the dangerous clip-on engines of the 1900s to the glory days of the ‘Sixteener Special’.
The city is a battlefield where Uber drivers and delivery scooters are out to get you. Here is how to filter like a pro and stay visible in the chaos.
Understanding the different motorbike types makes it easier to identify them on the road and choose the right bike for your needs. This guide explains the main motorbike types, how to identify their key features, and gives clear examples of
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