Few machines in the history of British motorcycling carry the same aura of engineering audacity as the Ariel Square Four. Introduced in the early 1930s and produced in various forms until 1959, the Square Four combined distinctive looks, powerful performance, and mechanical ingenuity, earning its place as one of the[Read More…]
On October 30th, H&H Classics Limited hosted a captivating auction at the National Motorcycle Museum, featuring an impressive lineup of historic motorcycles. Among the 275 lots up for bidding, five Coventry Eagle motorcycles from the renowned Fred Evans Collection drew significant attention. These vintage machines, representing the golden age of[Read More…]
The Brough Superior SS80 is one of the most iconic motorcycles in British history, produced by George Brough’s company, Brough Superior, between 1922 and 1939. Nicknamed “The Rolls-Royce of Motorcycles,” the SS80 was a luxury, high-performance machine, and the first Brough model to solidify the brand’s reputation for quality and[Read More…]
Founded in 1905 by John Osbourne, Levis initially set out to manufacture bicycles before pivoting to motorcycles. The company’s foray into two-stroke motorcycles began in 1911, establishing Levis as one of England’s leading manufacturers in this segment. The first Levis motorcycle was created in the Norton works by designer Bob[Read More…]
The 1965 Ducati 125cc Four-Cylinder Grand Prix Racing Motorcycle is not merely a remarkable machine; it encapsulates a rich history of ambition, innovation, and the bittersweet realities of motorcycle racing. Sold for an impressive £310,000 at the Bonhams Summer Sale in August 2020, this fabled bike represents a pivotal moment[Read More…]
