{"product_id":"motorcycle-classics-magazine-jan-feb-1998-norton-652-sm-test-sku-1585","title":"Motorcycle Classics Magazine Jan Feb 1998 Norton 652 SM Test SKU 1585","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotorcycle Classics Magazine – January\/February 1998 – Issue No. 21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorton 652 SM Test | Norton Revival | Dresda Triton | Moto Guzzi Centauro | Vincent Motorcycles | Daytona | Classic British Motorcycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJanuary\/February 1998 edition of Motorcycle Classics Magazine, Issue No. 21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, published by Myatt McFarlane plc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vintage motorcycle publication features a major exclusive examination of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorton 652 SM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an intriguing modern interpretation of the famous British Norton motorcycle marque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine combines classic motorcycle history, unusual engineering projects, contemporary road testing, British motorcycle heritage and enthusiast commentary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is particularly interesting for collectors of Norton memorabilia, Vincent motorcycles, Triumph-based specials, Moto Guzzi machines and British motorcycle publications from the late 1990s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Cover – Norton 652 SM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front cover features a large action photograph of a motorcycle rider aboard the Norton 652 SM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rider wears a distinctive black full-face helmet decorated with a Union Jack design, grey and black racing leathers featuring Kushitani branding, and black motorcycle gloves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe motorcycle has a silver and black finish with a visibly exposed engine, black frame, sporting bodywork and compact styling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Norton name is visible on the fuel tank, together with the wording \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Made in England\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe main headline reads:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"652 SM Test – Norton Back From The Dead?\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cover also advertises:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaytona V Daytona\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoto Guzzi Centauro – A Personal View\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDresda Triton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA particularly attractive cover for enthusiasts of the Norton marque and the attempted revival of British motorcycle manufacturing during the 1990s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside the Magazine – Main Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe supplied photographs include the original contents pages, allowing several articles and subjects to be identified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorton 652 SM – Page 14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the principal features of this issue examines the Norton 652 SM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article discusses the new Norton motorcycle displayed at the NEC Show and explores its design, development and place within the Norton name's continuing history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents identify motorcycle journalist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlan Cathcart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as the writer investigating the project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe accompanying contents photograph shows the complete motorcycle in side profile, displaying its silver and black styling, exposed engine, distinctive frame and sporting road-bike appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn interesting period feature documenting efforts to revive one of Britain's best-known historic motorcycle manufacturers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDresda Triton – Page 34\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn article exploring a motorcycle combining a Triumph engine with Norton chassis engineering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents discuss the historic Triton concept and investigate a comparatively unusual Dresda-built example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis feature is especially relevant to enthusiasts of British motorcycle specials, Triumph engines, Norton frames and traditional cafe racer engineering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiving With The Cardinal – Page 40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature about the Triumph Cardinal, a relatively unusual British motorcycle project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents refer to the last of the Triumph pushrod three-cylinder T160 machines and the Cardinal's complicated background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article discusses an example connected with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteve Wilson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the motorcycle's unusual history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn appealing subject for collectors interested in Triumph triples and less familiar British motorcycle developments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe've Come A Long Way – Page 48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA comparative feature examining the development of Triumph motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents describe a comparison between a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1955 Daytona\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaytona 1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from the 1990s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article considers the different generations of Triumph engineering and the considerable changes in design and performance over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's So Great About Vincent? – Page 60\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn examination of the enduring reputation of Vincent motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article considers what makes the marque so highly regarded among classic motorcycle enthusiasts and collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly interesting for readers interested in Vincent engineering, motorcycle history and classic British motorcycle ownership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBold Venture – Page 64\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA feature by Alan Cathcart exploring an unusual motorcycle project developed through an enthusiasm for motorcycle engineering and design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents reference a distinctive machine associated with Augusta and its creator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn example of the magazine's coverage of individual builders, unusual machines and specialist motorcycle design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoto Guzzi Centauro – Page 72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA personal examination of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoto Guzzi Centauro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents describe different reactions to the motorcycle's unconventional appearance and riding characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis article offers a period perspective on one of Moto Guzzi's distinctive 1990s motorcycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf interest to collectors and enthusiasts of Italian motorcycles, unusual road-bike styling and the Moto Guzzi marque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Features and Articles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magazine also contains or advertises:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassics in Japan – Page 86\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrank Le Boucher explores classic motorcycle culture in Japan, finding a variety of unusual machines and enthusiast interests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVan Veen Reunion – Page 86\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoverage of Tony Page's recreation of a rare motorcycle gathering involving Van Veen owners and enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Biased Guide – Page 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA light-hearted motorcycle buying guide discussing machines that inspire strong opinions, both positive and negative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat We Ride – Page 102\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn introduction to motorcycles owned by contributors to Motorcycle Classics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe contents mention Dave Minton and Rowena Hoseason presenting their own machines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular Columns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographed contents pages identify several regular columns:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBend Swingin' – Page 106:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dave Minton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoint of View – Page 108:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tim Holmes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAir-Cooled – Page 110:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Julian Ryder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese columns provide additional period commentary and enthusiast perspectives on motorcycle ownership, design and classic motorcycling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Publication Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Motorcycle Classics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e January\/February 1998\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIssue Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Myatt McFarlane plc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e English\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Printed motorcycle magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain Cover Feature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Norton 652 SM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional Subjects:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dresda Triton, Vincent, Triumph Daytona, Moto Guzzi Centauro and British motorcycle engineering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-owned \/ Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSKU:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1585\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition – Important Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a genuine pre-owned motorcycle magazine from 1998 and shows signs of previous handling, reading and storage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe following observations are based on the actual photographs supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible rubbing and general surface wear across the printed cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine scratches and scuff marks, particularly noticeable over darker areas of the motorcycle photograph.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome light creasing and handling impressions across the cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear around the lower edge and corners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original cover price area has a retailer's price sticker or label attached at the upper right, partially obscuring the original printed cover information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cover design, main photograph and principal headlines remain clearly visible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpine and Edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible rubbing and handling wear along the spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight stress and creasing around the bound edge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome corner softening and minor edge wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlight irregularity around the outer edges consistent with an older magazine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographed contents pages retain clear text and photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome mild age-related discolouration and handling wear can be seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pages show light waviness or curvature when opened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographed binding appears intact, although every page has not been individually inspected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA readable and collectible vintage magazine showing expected signs of age and use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot in pristine or mint 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