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Rebuilding the Ariel
Memoir of a life with two wheels
Daniel Talbot, the creator of Motorshed Cafe, has a long-held passion for all things two wheels, including motorcycles, bicycles and even a replica antique Penny Farthing. This book weaves together anecdotes and memories of a passionate life, one rich in a tapestry, which details Daniel’s dedication to the people and machines from which he draws inspiration and nourishment. Daniel has written a book from the heart that will entertain and surprise people from all walks of life.
A great read with your favourite cuppa!
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Gumption Traps
“Gumption is psychic gasoline. If you haven’t got it there’s no way the motorcycle can possibly be fixed. But if you have got it there’s absolutely no way in the whole world that motorcycle can keep from getting fixed. Therefore, the thing that must be monitored at...
Rocket 3 Rebuild, Part IV. She’s done!
Rocket 3 Rebuild, Part IV. She’s done! By Dan Talbot The legacy of the BSA Rocket 3 lives on among motorcycle enthusiasts, as it was one of the early examples of a high-performance British motorcycle with a distinctive design and powerful engine configuration. Today,...
Lust in the Dust. The Pindan Special part II
Over the past thirty years or so of involvement in classic motorcycles I have witnessed the evolution of the spare parts industry as it has gone through various stages to the point where we are now at, with everything we may need merely a click away. I suspect we’ve...