Articles by Mike Ryan

In American parlance, the Crocker marque is referred to as "the Duesenberg of motorcycles", and is compared to Vincent and Brough Superior in terms of quality, rarity, speed and desirability. With only 125 made, these highly coveted machines rarely come up for sale, so the appearance of three at Bonhams' upcoming Quail Lodge auction in California is a truly rare event.

Bonhams annual Stafford auction, held in conjunction with the 32nd Classic Motorcycle Show, once again proved the 'blue riband' status of Brough Superior motorcycles amongst collectors.

Did you see this 1950 Ariel twin at the All British Rally? JUST BIKES has been informed that this bike - which was being offered for sale at the Rally over the weekend of April 28 - 29 - was stolen from the Maryborough (Victoria) region in March.

Shannons 'Sydney Autumn Classic Auction', scheduled for this coming Monday, May 7, boasts a number of number of highly-desirable cars, but only a couple of motorcycles. However, one of the two bikes consigned is a stunner in the form of a classic Matchless G50.

While predominantly a car show, the annual RACV Classic Showcase in Victoria also attracts a few motorcycles to the event held at Flemington racecourse.

Bonhams annual Stafford auction, held in conjunction with the 32nd Classic Motorcycle Show, once again proved the desirability of Brough Superior and Vincent as the 'blue riband' of collectable motorcycles.

After an absence of two decades, Norton will return to the iconic Isle of Man TT in 2012, contesting the blue riband PokerStars Senior TT in the hands of leading privateer, Ian Mackman. The Brit will grace the Mountain Circuit with an all-new 1000cc V4 Norton.

The 2012 All British Rally was once again held at Newstead, near Castlemaine in central Victoria.

Despite the departure of Ben Townley from the field, it was still a Honda on the top of the podium at the end of round 3 of the 2012 Monster Energy MX Nationals Australian Motocross Championship.

Following the success of Brad Anderson in round 3 of the MX1 class at the 2012 Monster Energy MX Nationals, Carlton Dry Honda Thor Racing's Ford Dale kept the Honda flag flying with victory in the Motul MX2 class.

If you've always wanted to compete in the iconic Dakar Rally, you'll get your chance of you take part in this year's Australasian Safari, which is one of four events listed for this year's 'Dakar Challenge'.

2013 sees Harley-Davidson rack up a couple of significant milestones. The first is their 110th year of making great motorcycles. The second is the 30th Anniversary for the global Harley Owners Group.