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How Britain’s Bikers Turn Compassion Into Action
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Bikers come from every walk of life, but a shared cause can unite thousands. From Ride to the Wall and blood bikes to Christmas toy runs, this is why Britain’s motorcyclists do more than talk—they turn up.
Billy Joel’s Motorcycle Auction: Why He Is Letting Go
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Billy Joel is preparing to auction more than 70 motorcycles in New York this November. It is an impressive collection, but the more interesting question is what happens when the bikes you have spent years choosing, riding and working on begin leaving for somebody else’s garage
How Evel Knievel Went Viral Before Social Media
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Long before TikTok, YouTube or Instagram rewarded dangerous behaviour with instant attention, Evel Knievel understood how to make millions of people stop what they were doing and watch.
On This Day 1974: Evel Knievel's Snake River Jump
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On this day, 8 September 1974, Evel Knievel climbed into a steam-powered rocket called the Skycycle X-2 and attempted to cross Idaho's Snake River Canyon.
Who Checks Motorcycle Helmets Sold in the UK?
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A motorcycle helmet is one of the few things we buy hoping never to discover how well it works. We inspect the finish, fasten the strap, check the fit and look for the approval marking. Then we place an extraordinary amount of trust in the shell surrounding our head.