Chroniques Moto Magazine – July–August 1989 – No. 13 – Vintage Classic Motorcycles

Original French Classic Motorcycle Magazine | Harley-Davidson | Triumph Nourish 750 | Norton Inter | Saroléa | Ducati | Zündapp

An original July–August 1989 edition of Chroniques Moto, Issue No. 13, a French-language magazine dedicated to classic motorcycles, vintage motorcycle history, historic engineering, restoration and motorcycle collecting.

Published with the subtitle "Le Magazine de l'Actualité de la Moto Classique" (The Magazine of Classic Motorcycle News), this vintage publication provides an interesting look at the European classic motorcycle scene during the late 1980s.

This particular issue features an attractive period Harley-Davidson motorcycle photograph on the front cover, together with articles covering the Triumph Nourish 750 racer, historic sidecar racing, the Saroléa collection, Ducati events, classic motorcycles in Lyon, the history of Zündapp and the Norton Inter.

A collectable original French motorcycle magazine, especially appealing to enthusiasts of vintage British, American, Belgian, German and Italian motorcycles.

Magazine Details

• Publication: Chroniques Moto

• Issue: No. 13

• Full Cover Date: July–August 1989 (Juillet–Août 1989)

• Country: France

• Language: French

• Original Price: 28 French Francs

• ISSN: 0988-5070

• Publication Frequency: Bimonthly

• Category: Classic Motorcycles, Vintage Motorcycling, Historic Racing and Restoration

• Format: Original Printed Magazine

• Condition: Pre-owned Vintage

• SKU: 1595

The contents page confirms that this is the July–August 1989 edition and states that the following issue was scheduled for 1 October 1989.

Front Cover – Vintage Harley-Davidson Motorcycle

The front cover features a large colour photograph of a beautifully presented vintage Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

The motorcycle is photographed outdoors on a gravel surface, with green grass and bright yellow-orange flowers in the background.

The image captures the character of early motorcycle engineering and traditional American motorcycle design.

Motorcycle Details Visible on the Cover

The featured motorcycle displays:

• Traditional Harley-Davidson fuel tank with period-style lettering.

• Exposed V-twin engine and prominent cylinder cooling fins.

• Polished metallic engine casings and mechanical components.

• Large spoked front and rear wheels.

• Narrow vintage-style motorcycle tyres.

• Traditional front forks.

• Large round front headlamp.

• Wide handlebars with period-style controls.

• Vintage-style saddle.

• Rear luggage carrier.

• Exposed mechanical linkages and frame components.

• Long, low classic motorcycle silhouette.

• Black front registration plate displaying AX 2002.

• Traditional rear mudguard and supporting framework.

• Side stand supporting the motorcycle during the photograph.

The motorcycle's light-coloured tank and frame contrast attractively with its dark saddle, tyres and polished mechanical components.

The outdoor setting gives the photograph a distinctive historic motorcycle display appearance.

The exact Harley-Davidson model and manufacturing year are not identified on the visible cover, so these are not stated as confirmed details.

Cover Design

The magazine has a striking orange background with a large yellow, black and white Chroniques Moto masthead.

The main motorcycle photograph is presented within a white oval frame, surrounded by decorative geometric borders.

Below the photograph, the principal articles are arranged under four French headings:

Motos – Motorcycles

• Triumph Nourish Racer

• Side-Cars URS

Reportages – Reports

• Collection Saroléa

• Journées Ducati 89

• Motos Anciennes à Lyon

Histoire – History

• Zündapp (Part 1)

Portrait Couleur – Colour Feature

• Norton Inter

A promotional banner along the bottom advertises a final opportunity to win a BSA 500 motorcycle.

This is a historical competition advertisement printed on the original cover, not an offer included with this sale.

Detailed Magazine Contents

The photographed contents page confirms the following articles and page numbers.

Page 12 – Fath et son moteur URS

Fath and His URS Engine

An article covering the URS motorcycle engine associated with historic sidecar racing.

The contents page includes an archive-style black-and-white photograph of a racing sidecar outfit, with the rider and passenger in racing positions.

The motorcycle carries the racing number 15.

This feature is particularly interesting for enthusiasts of historic motorcycle racing, racing sidecar engineering and unusual competition engines.

Page 16 – Maison Saroléa

The Saroléa Collection / Saroléa Motorcycle Heritage

A feature devoted to the historic Belgian motorcycle manufacturer Saroléa.

The contents page includes a black-and-white photograph showing a classic motorcycle with an exposed engine, traditional frame and spoked front wheel.

Saroléa is an important name in European motorcycle history, and original period coverage is of interest to collectors of Belgian motorcycles.

The feature may appeal to readers researching early motorcycle design, historic manufacturers and preserved vintage machines.

Page 20 – Motos Anciennes à Lyon

Classic Motorcycles in Lyon

An illustrated report concerning vintage motorcycles in Lyon, France.

The contents page includes a black-and-white photograph of an early motorcycle displayed outdoors.

Visible details include the traditional fuel tank, long saddle, spoked wheels, mudguards and exposed mechanical components.

This feature documents part of the French classic motorcycle scene in 1989 and may be of particular interest to collectors researching historic motorcycle events and preservation.

Page 26 – Ducati à Croix

Ducati at Croix

An article concerning Ducati motorcycles at Croix.

The front cover promotes the feature under the heading "Journées Ducati 89", indicating coverage of a Ducati-related event in 1989.

This is a relevant period feature for enthusiasts of Ducati motorcycles, Italian motorcycle history and classic motorcycle gatherings.

The exact models covered are not identified in the photographed contents page.

Page 29 – Triumph Nourish 750

Triumph Nourish 750 Racer

One of the magazine's principal features covers the Triumph Nourish 750 racing motorcycle.

The contents page includes a photograph of a classic racing motorcycle with a low, streamlined saddle, exposed engine, large front brake assembly and traditional racing-style fuel tank.

The Triumph Nourish name is associated with specialist British racing motorcycle engineering.

This article is particularly relevant to collectors interested in British racing motorcycles, Triumph-based competition machinery and period engineering developments.

Page 35 – L'Histoire de Zündapp (1)

The History of Zündapp – Part One

The magazine includes the first part of a historical feature about the German motorcycle manufacturer Zündapp.

This is of interest to enthusiasts of German motorcycles, historic European manufacturers and classic motorcycle restoration.

The article forms part of a series, with this issue containing Part One.

Additional Regular Features

The magazine also includes a range of regular sections, as confirmed by the photographed contents page.

Page 6 – Chronique des Clubs

Motorcycle club news and activities, potentially of interest to collectors researching the French classic motorcycle community.

Page 9 – Nos Lecteurs Chroniquent

A reader-focused section featuring contributions or commentary from the magazine's readership.

Page 19 – Pagina Rossa

A regular section with an Italian-themed title. The specific subject matter is not confirmed by the contents page.

Page 40 – Chronique Services

A service and information section for the magazine's readers.

Page 41 – Chronique des Lecteurs

Reader correspondence and contributions.

Page 42 – La Bourse aux Annonces

A classified advertisements section, potentially interesting for collectors researching historic motorcycle sales, parts and services.

Additional Cover Feature – Norton Inter

The front cover also advertises a colour portrait feature on the Norton Inter.

The Norton International is an important name in British motorcycle history, particularly associated with sporting and competition motorcycles.

The cover identifies this feature, although its exact page number and article details are not visible on the photographed contents page.

The inclusion of Norton alongside Triumph, Harley-Davidson, Ducati, Saroléa and Zündapp makes this issue especially appealing to enthusiasts of classic European and American motorcycles.

Why This Magazine Is Collectable

This original 1989 publication offers a contemporary view of the classic motorcycle collecting scene before many vintage motorcycles became as established within the modern collector market.

Its appeal includes:

• Original French-language classic motorcycle journalism.

• Attractive vintage Harley-Davidson cover photograph.

• Triumph Nourish 750 racing motorcycle coverage.

• Historic URS sidecar racing engineering.

• Belgian Saroléa motorcycle history.

• Ducati event coverage from 1989.

• Vintage motorcycle activities in Lyon.

• Zündapp historical series.

• Norton International feature.

• Period motorcycle club information and classified advertisements.

• Historic photographs of classic motorcycles.

The magazine is particularly relevant to collectors researching vintage motorcycle culture in France and continental Europe during the late 1980s.

It also makes an interesting addition to a collection of original motorcycle publications, especially for enthusiasts of British, American and European motorcycle marques.

Condition – Please Read Carefully

Pre-owned vintage magazine dating from 1989, showing visible signs of age, handling and storage.

The photographs show the actual magazine being offered.

Front Cover

The bright orange front cover remains attractive, with the principal Harley-Davidson photograph, masthead and printed headlines clearly visible.

There are, however, several age-related imperfections.

Visible condition details include:

• Light rubbing and handling wear along the left-hand spine.

• Minor scuffing around the outer cover edges.

• Small surface marks and scratches across the orange background.

• Some small darker marks, particularly towards the lower-right portion of the cover.

• Light creasing and slight unevenness near the spine.

• Minor wear to the upper corners.

• Slight rounding and handling wear to the lower corners.

• Small areas of rubbing along the bottom edge.

• Light surface impressions consistent with previous handling.

• Minor general discolouration and age-related wear.

The large central motorcycle photograph remains clear and the printed colours retain good visual impact.

Spine and Binding

The spine shows light to moderate rubbing, with small areas of wear along the fold.

The magazine opens for the photographed contents page and appears to remain bound.

The complete binding has not been individually checked throughout the publication.

Interior Pages

The photographed contents page remains clearly readable and generally clean.

Visible observations include:

• Light age-related paper toning.

• Minor handling marks.

• Slight unevenness around the outer edges.

• A small amount of page curvature near the binding.

• No obvious major tearing on the photographed contents page.

The opposite page, partially visible in the photograph, contains historic black-and-white motorcycle imagery.

Only the photographed interior pages have been inspected, so the condition and completeness of every page cannot be guaranteed.

Overall Condition

Good, used vintage condition for its age, with visible light-to-moderate cover wear, spine rubbing, small surface marks and general handling imperfections.

The cover remains attractive and the photographed interior contents page is readable.

This is an original magazine from 1989 and should not be expected to be in new or mint condition.

Please examine all supplied photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

Original Promotional Items and Extras

Magazine only.

Any original separate promotional items, free gifts, loose inserts, competition materials, supplements or other accompanying extras that may originally have been supplied with this publication are no longer included.

The original BSA 500 competition advertised on the front cover is historical printed content only.

No motorcycle, competition prize or additional promotional item is included.

Only the magazine shown in the photographs is being sold.

Packaging and Shipping

The magazine will be carefully packaged to help protect it during transit.

UK Orders: Dispatched in a protective hardback envelope.

International Orders: Dispatched in a sturdy cardboard mail-size box to provide additional protection during international delivery.

Summary

Original Chroniques Moto Magazine, No. 13, July–August 1989, a French-language vintage motorcycle publication featuring an attractive Harley-Davidson motorcycle on the front cover.

Includes articles on the Triumph Nourish 750, URS racing sidecars, Saroléa, Ducati at Croix, vintage motorcycles in Lyon and the history of Zündapp, with a Norton Inter feature also advertised on the cover.

A collectable publication for enthusiasts of classic motorcycles, historic engineering, motorcycle restoration and vintage European motorcycle magazines.

Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition with visible age-related cover wear, minor scuffing, small marks and spine rubbing.

Included: Original magazine only. Any separate promotional extras are no longer included.

UK Packaging: Protective hardback envelope.

International Packaging: Sturdy cardboard mail-size box.

SKU: 1595