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Photos By Jeff Barger. 1937 Ariel VG Deluxe and Dusting Sidecar By Robert Smith The Latest Popular Now Small Package Big Punch: Laverda Formula 500 By Robert Smith BMW R90S: High Velocity Change See how the high-speed BMW R90S set the motorcycle industry on its head with its shockingly high-specs for the time it was built. Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum Make time for the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum, in Auburn, Indiana, which houses a collection of more than 120 vintage vehicles. Back to the Future: 1983 Honda CX650 Dean Stuckmann has four Honda turbos – two 500s and two 650s – and this perfect Honda CX650T is the nicest of the bunch. The Top Gun Motorcycle: 1985 Kawasaki GPZ900R By Greg Williams Rare 1912 Henderson Four Frank Westfall’s 1912 Henderson Four is believed to be one of six still in existence today. 1970-1973 Norton 750 Roadster: The Common Commando Compare the 1970-73 750 Roadster Norton Commando to the BMW R75/5 and the Triumph T140 Bonneville. Janus Motorcycle Review: The Halcyon 450 Our Janus motorcycle review shows the Halcyon 450 is new motorcycle with a vintage look and feel that doesn't compromise on Janus motorcycle reliability. 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Dain Gingerelli remembers AMA mile races run at the Santa Clara Fairgrounds in San Jose, California. Classic British Motorcycles Saved by the Commando See how an unlikely team of engineers that breathed new life into Norton with a revolutionary design that would become the Norton Commando. 1960 Matchless G12: Twin Without Peer See how the Matchless G12 is a durable, reliable and oil-tight ride even when put through its paces, as proved by Rick Fisher on his 3,000-mile ride. Prototype Triumph Hurricanes Learn how the legacy of BSA continued even beyond the last production of the Rocket 3 through the Vetter-styled Triumph Hurricane. 750cc Triton Café Racer: Custom Café Learn about café racer history and see a prime example of the culture in a 750cc custom Triton owned by British Columbia resident Lionel King. 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