Martin Hodgson

LIKE FATHER, LIKE DAUGHTER: Triumph Tiger Cub ‘Aunt Tiny’ by LC Fabrications.

As the clouds roll in and blanket the stunning Appalachian mountains, the beauty and mystical majesty of this natural wonder belies the fortitude required to call this place home. Here hard work is a way of life, nobody else can make it easy for you and...

PURPLE REIGN: Honda VFR750 Retro Racer by Purpose Built Moto.

Everything that is old is new again; opening up a copy of any motorcycle magazine in the world and you could be forgiven for thinking that the V4 engine is the latest and greatest invention. But the truth is they've been around for ninety-odd years in...

THE FRANKENSTEIN DUCATI: Hypermotard 996 by Balamutti.

He's ba-aack, and once again our favourite Russian mad scientist has created a magnificent machine that is sure to ruffle the feathers of many a purist. But, that's why we love him, he takes the parts he can get his hands on and turns out sensational builds...

SCREAMING CLASSIC: 1979 Yamaha YZ250 by Red Clouds Collective.

If you grow up near a speedway track it's not long before curiosity will get the better of almost everyone in town at least once, drawn to the dust clouds, the sound of screaming engines and a crowd on the edge of their seats. But nothing can prepare you for...

THRILL MACHINE: Honda XR630R ‘Smiles for Miles’

Hey Siri, show me a motorbike that would be insanely fun for ripping around on in the urban jungle and backcountry lanes. Here's what I found..., enter, 'Smiles for Miles'! It is easy to forget that while a motorcycle is a form of transportation what we...

OUTSIDE THE LINES: Yamaha XSR700 ‘Hommage’ by George Woodman Garage.

In an industry born on the idea of rebellion and in some cases downright sticking it to the man, most will inevitably still follow the pack. To truly step outside the lines and succeed takes an individual willing to ride alone, but when you're as talented as...

GENTLE MONSTER: Vintage Harley Hillclimber by Lucky Boy Customs.

It doesn't matter the state of the world or the conditions in which we find ourselves, put together two riders and their steeds and they'll find a way to race. It's as much about pride as it is the competition and with your motorcycle being the extension of...

REBORN RACER: 1994 Ducati 916 Monoposto by SR Corse.

The ecosystem within which anything exists will mould even the most independent of outliers, you can fight it, but its influence is unstoppable. So when you call the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo home, with its vibrant cosmopolitan atmosphere, stunning...

BAVARIAN BRAWN: A pair of BMW’s by Ad Hoc Café Racers.

For whatever reason, the Spanish never seem to get the recognition they deserve when it comes to their prominent place in European motorcycle culture. Without a current major manufacturer, people seem to forget the contributions of Bultaco, Ossa, and Derbi to...

TANGERINE DREAM: KTM 690 Cafe Racer.

In a year that has thrown up enormous challenges for everyone around the world, fans of KTM have had plenty to smile about. Having made their MotoGP debut in the 2017 season they've tasted the ultimate success in just a few short years with a win apiece for...