Classic Bike Guide Magazine December 1996 (1611) Ariel 650 Velocette BSA Norton

CLASSIC BIKE GUIDE MAGAZINE – DECEMBER 1996 – ISSUE 68 – SKU 1611

Original December 1996 edition of Classic Bike Guide (CBG), packed with British classic motorcycles, vintage road tests, restoration stories and historic motorcycling features.

The attractive front cover features a beautifully presented Ariel Huntmaster 650, with its black paintwork, cream saddle, chrome engine and traditional British styling. An additional action photograph shows the distinctive Velocette Mock 8 being ridden.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

• Ariel Huntmaster 650: A detailed feature exploring Ariel's classic 650cc twin and its BSA-derived engine.

• Velocette Mock 8: Alan Cathcart rides a remarkable special motorcycle combining Velocette and Matchless engineering.

• BSA Hornet: A look at the American-market British scrambler.

• Norton Commando: Frank Westworth discusses his experiences riding and owning the iconic Norton.

• Kawasaki Z1300: Revisiting the legendary six-cylinder Japanese superbike.

• Riding Our Own: The restoration and rebuilding of a Norton 99.

• Bert Hopwood: A tribute to the influential British motorcycle designer.

• Classic Price Guides: Period motorcycle valuations, readers' letters, technical discussions and classic bike ownership.

A fascinating magazine capturing the British classic motorcycle scene of the 1990s.

CONDITION

Pre-owned vintage magazine in good, used condition, with visible signs of age and handling.

The front cover displays light surface marks, rubbing and minor creasing. There is noticeable wear along the spine and left-hand edge, including small scuffed areas and slight edge damage. The corners show minor bending and wear.

The photographed interior pages remain clear and readable, with some light age-related discolouration and handling marks. The magazine appears to retain its original binding.

Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.

IMPORTANT: Any original free gifts, including the advertised 1997 Year Planner, promotional extras, supplements or other loose items originally supplied with the magazine are no longer included. Magazine only.

PACKAGING & POSTAGE

UK: Securely packaged in a protective hardback envelope.

International: Securely packaged in a protective cardboard mailer-sized box.

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SKU: 1611