A special brew of classic cars and motorcycles
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!
Latest News and Projects
Goldfields Penny Farthing Ride
We here at the Motor Shed are fond of most things with two wheels, even those which include us as the motor, such as the humble bicycle. This story was first published in Early Auto magazine, the official organ of the Veteran Car Club of WA. It is revisited here as a...
Red Dust Racers
Lake Perkolilli is calling and veteran car racers from all over Australia are stepping up to the challenge. Here we look at a project by Graeme Lockhart. Perkolilli is not exactly a household name and doesn’t quite roll off the tongue but, there was a time, over 100...
The Triton
Triton motorcycles were not factory models but were hybrid bikes built in the 1960s and 1970s. Many were privately constructed but some London dealers offered complete bike. The builders fitted Triumph engines into Norton frames, and the aim was to combine the best...