Motorcycle Classics Magazine – August 1996 – Issue No. 4

Vincent Black Prince | Scottish Pre-65 Winning Cub | Triumph Restorations | Harley-Metisse | Aermacchi Racers | Isle of Man TT

An original August 1996 issue of Motorcycle Classics Magazine, Issue No. 4, published by Traplet Publications.

A fascinating vintage motorcycle magazine dedicated to classic British and international motorcycles, historic racing, restoration projects, road tests and motorcycle engineering.

This issue features a prominent Vincent Black Prince cover story, alongside articles covering the Scottish Pre-65 Winning Cub, Triumph restorations, Harley-Metisse motorcycles, Aermacchi racing machines and the Isle of Man TT.

An interesting addition to any collection of classic motorcycle publications, particularly for enthusiasts of Vincent, Triumph, BSA and historic motorcycle racing.

Front Cover

The cover features a large colour photograph of a rider wearing a white open-face helmet, goggles and dark blue motorcycle clothing, riding a Vincent Black Prince motorcycle.

The motorcycle is photographed from a low front three-quarter angle, prominently displaying its substantial front fairing, headlamp, front mudguard and traditional Vincent styling.

The main headline reads:

"VINCENT'S FINAL FLING – Black Prince on the road"

Another highlighted feature reads:

"SCOOP TEST – PRE-65 SCOTTISH WINNING CUB"

Additional cover features include:

• Aermacchi twin-cam racing motorcycles.

• Triumph motorcycle restorations.

• Buying advice for a BSA single.

• Isle of Man TT round-up.

The cover retains its colourful original 1990s magazine styling and features the Motorcycle Classics masthead in large red and silver lettering.

Inside the Magazine – Featured Articles

The photographed contents pages provide a detailed overview of this issue.

Vincent Black Prince – Page 40

A feature examining the Vincent Black Prince, one of the distinctive enclosed motorcycles developed by Vincent during the company's final production years.

The contents describe the article as covering the Stevenage factory's final fling, with the Black Prince examined and updated for the modern world.

An appealing feature for collectors interested in Vincent motorcycle history, British motorcycle engineering and the Black Prince's unusual design.

Scottish Pre-65 Winning Cub – Page 34

A feature covering the Triumph Cub associated with the Scottish Pre-65 trials competition.

The contents specifically identify Don Morley and his coverage of the winning Triumph Cub.

Particularly interesting for enthusiasts of classic trials motorcycles, Triumph Cub restoration and historic off-road competition.

Harley-Metisse – Page 18

A feature combining classic British and American motorcycle engineering.

The contents describe a special motorcycle combining British and American motorcycling heritage.

An interesting subject for enthusiasts of Metisse specials, classic racing motorcycles and period motorcycle engineering.

Triumph Restorations – Page 22

An article featuring Sue and Cathy Bouffler and their involvement in restoring classic motorcycles and collecting awards.

The feature offers an interesting glimpse into the British classic motorcycle restoration scene during the 1990s.

Sammy Miller Trials – Page 26

Coverage of the national mud-plugging trials series.

Of particular interest to enthusiasts of traditional motorcycle trials and Sammy Miller-related classic motorcycle events.

Aermacchi Racing Motorcycles – Page 46

The contents identify Alan Cathcart comparing two double-knocker Aermacchi racing motorcycles.

A particularly appealing subject for collectors interested in Italian racing motorcycles, competition engines and classic circuit racing.

Isle of Man TT Round-Up – Page 4

Coverage of the action from the Isle of Man's annual motorcycle racing event.

The issue also includes a Post TT '96 feature on page 7, covering racing activity following the main TT event.

Additional Features

Other articles and sections listed in the contents include:

• Classic Italian – Page 76: Aprilia AF1 feature.

• Buy, Run & Restore – Page 53: Buying advice and practical restoration information.

• Buying a Classic – Page 55: BSA B31/33 buying advice.

• True Prices – Page 66: Classic motorcycle values.

• Advice Bureau – Page 69: Practical motorcycle ownership guidance.

• Old Workshop Skills – Page 72: Traditional motorcycle maintenance techniques.

• Modern Classics – Page 78: Triumph Thunderbird feature.

Regular Magazine Sections

The original contents page also lists:

• Transmission – Page 11.

• What's On – Page 15.

• Portfolio – Page 30.

• Punter's – Page 32.

• Letters – Page 51.

• Free Small Ads – Page 61.

• Kit & Caboodle – Page 81.

• Nutty Slack – Page 81.

These sections provide an interesting period snapshot of the classic motorcycle community, historic racing events, restoration culture and enthusiast marketplace during 1996.

Publication Information

Magazine: Motorcycle Classics

Publication Date: August 1996

Issue: No. 4

Publisher: Traplet Publications Ltd.

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