TL Motorcycle Features

Our exclusive motorcycle features by writer Greg Williams and photographer Amee Reehal—stories about incredible bikes and their impact on their owners. Everything from vintage motorcycles to custom cafe racers.

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Greg Williams at a book signing for his book Modern Motorcycle Mechanics.

Honda CB750 Chronicles: A Journey Through Motorcycle History

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From the original 1969 CB750 model K0 to 1979 CB750 Nighthawk, few machines have impacted the motorcycle market quite like the Honda CB750 Four.

Hooked on Hondas: A 1974 Honda CB360 Cafe Racer Custom

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The owner of this 1974 Honda CB360 had thrown in the towel. But a single ride many years later had him hooked on classic Hondas.

Paughco Sportster Frame Custom: Old Parts, New Bike

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When a used motorcycle parts shop owner builds a fenderless custom sportster to match his 1950s-era style Ford street rod, only good things will happen.

Honda’s Vintage MT125R GP Racer Comes Back to Life

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Uncompromising Ride: Artist and motorcycle enthusiast Bill Rodgers discovers his 1977 Honda MT125R turned out to be a (very) challenging restoration. And absolutely worth it.

A Restored 1975 MV Agusta Reignites the Passion

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Boxing legend Willie deWit rekindles memories of throaty Italian motorcycles with his late father’s 1975 MV Agusta 750S America — restored and ready to ride again.

Ghost in the Machine: A 1971 Triumph Tiger Reunites with Past Owner

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The tale of a classic Triumph that simply won't move on.

This 1965 Motobi Motorcycle is the Family Jewel

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The motorcycle itself is far from memorable, but the memories are something else.

Era Exact: California-Inspired 1950s Custom Triumph

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Some motorcycles speak so specific a time it's like they have their inspiration emblazoned on their sleeve.

Stage Fright: Custom Parallel-Twin Yamaha XS 650

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The owner of this parallel-twin Yamaha XS 650 was thrilled to have his bike featured. But then the doubts began.

A Personal Triumph: From Riding Bikes to Creating Them

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A Personal Triumph for motor writer Greg Williams.
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