Brit Bike Blog

A Nice Warm Garage for the Winter

admin — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 21:28:41 +0000

I’m back after a very long absence. Sometimes life just dictates priorities other than blogging about my motorcycle. However, now, with a few minutes at hand, I’m thinking about the fact that the weather is getting ready to change here in Idaho, and that most likely means 2-3 months of no riding, or at least [...]

Retro Rocket Rally in Idaho

admin — Sat, 24 May 2008 17:45:35 +0000

Take a look guys. Get that old (or new) cafe out and ride with some very nice guys. I’m not a member of the Idaho Vintage Motorcycle Club, but by all acounts they put on first class events. Mark your calendars for June 28th for the Retro Rocket Rally. For details see the flyer below. [...]

Motorcycles and the Rise of China Inc.

admin — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 20:10:35 +0000

Motorcyclebloggers.com has a very interesting post regarding the the rise of Chinese motorcycles and ATV’s in the United States market and the parallels to the overall “Walmartization” of our economy. The article is quite evenhanded, recognizing the benefits to be gained by overseas manufacturing, but also noting some of the tough questions that are [...]

Idaho Vintage Motorcycle Show Gallery

admin — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:11:19 +0000

Last weekend’s Idaho Vintage Motorcycle Show and Rally appeared to be a big success with greater than 100 bikes on the show floor and hundreds, if not thousands, in attendance. There were many absolutely gorgeous show bikes on display, but also a fare share of very interesting project rides, and a number of daily [...]

“That’s one badass bike, Sir!”

admin — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 23:29:20 +0000

As I topped my tank of, I noticed two teen boys in a minivan that just couldn't get enough of my Thruxton. I reached to put the nozzle back in the pump, and when I turned around the minivan as parallel to my bike and the driver was laboring to roll down his window. Grinning from ear to ear, he said "That's one badass bike, Sir!" Before I could thank him properly, he pulled away and was gone into traffic...

Brittown Is Shipping!

admin — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 19:10:10 +0000

It appears that the long awaited documentary of the Brit motorcycle subculture of Southern California is now shipping. You can pick up a copy at the Brittown website, or if you happen to be in San Francisco tomorrow, you can catch the Nor Cal premier at the Roxie Theater. Here is the latest trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbe7e9Vx0SU [...]

Mod Your Rocker

admin — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 20:39:34 +0000

If you own a Triumph Modern Classic, chances are that you have been bitten by the mod bug. Wait, Rockers hate Mods you say. No, we’re talking about modifications here. It’s not that the Bonneville family isn’t near perfect already considering the chosen technologies and accessible price point, but the bikes just seem to lend themselves [...]

Rocket III Touring Review

admin — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:19:27 +0000

Motoring, an online South African publication, has a new review of the Triumph Rocket III Touring here. Overall, they really like the bike, noting its comfortable touring ergonomics, and a power curve that puts an emphasis on low end torque. What didn’t they like? Well the bike is a bit too big to be nimble, [...]

Triumph to Enter Qatar Market

admin — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 07:21:58 +0000

Clutch and Chrome is reporting that Triumph has decided to enter the Qatar market, partnering with a local company that is “a premium provider of top luxury products in Qatar”. Also noted is the fact that Triumph has largely avoided a sales downturn as the world economy has slowed. This would seem to be an [...]

Idaho Vintage Motorcycle Club Rally and Show

admin — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 04:17:09 +0000

If you live anywhere near Boise, Idaho, mark your calendars for March 29 and 30. The Idaho Vintage Motorcycle club will be hosting their annual Rally and Show. This show is a real treat, usually drawing between 150 and 200 beautiful classic bikes. You will see anything from concourse queens to rough [...]