On January 29th, 1886 Karl Benz filed the patent for what is arguably the first automobile. It came to be referred to as the Motorwagen. […]
Early Guys Out Late
The next best thing to driving and enjoying your early 911 ? Hanging out with the crew in the middle of winter. Luke Marano had […]
NY International Motorcycle Show
The Moto EquinoxJust in time to break up the incessant east coast snowstorms, the New York International Motorcycle Show (NYIMS) took place from January 21st […]
Motorsports Roundup Jan 2011
The Dakar. Well another Dakar is over and it was eventful as usual. On two wheels, Marc Coma scored another victory, beating Cyril Despres by […]
If You Have To Ask…
A friend of mine not into old vehicles had an interesting debate with me while looking at my BMW R50/2. Although lots of people probably […]
Dismantling 2
The disassembly continues. More penetrant, a little heat from the propane torch for one bolt, but other than that things are moving along without drama. […]
VW Notchback
In the late 1950s, Volkswagen thought that they needed another model to complement the wildly successful Beetle designed by Ferdinand Porsche, and to appeal to […]
Dismantling 1
Holiday delays are over, and it is time to get on with the dismantling job. First was a good soaking in penetrant for a number […]
Watching Time
The R90S had an interesting assortment of gauges when it was acquired. IT included an oil pressure gauge, among other gauges, and was missing a […]
Time For Some Rubbers
The long-awaited door seals had arrived some time ago, but I just got around to installing them and removing the foam insulation that had been […]
Dakar 2011 Underway
If you inhabit the northern climes, then winter can mean vehicular hibernation if not serious reduction in activities. Fortunately, it is also the time when […]
GS Challenger?
It is rare that I am spending any significant time on a new car or motorcycle. Even more rare, if it is not German. However, […]