Classic Motorcycle Mechanics

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Two Kawasaki KH250s two-stroke triples in the same place on a sunny day – does it get much better than this?

A pair of period 250cc learners as close to standard as you might possibly expect from machines that are regularly ridden – and not an aftermarket ‘spannie’ to be heard! The locals don’t know how lucky they are! Sitting glinting in the sun just as if it’s 1977 all over again, the Candy Sky Blue and Candy Super Red bikes have stood the test of time much better than the contemporary fashions. And, perhaps fortunately, there’re no period soundtracks spoiling the ambience either. No David Soul requesting ‘Don’t Give Up On Us Baby’, Julie Covington isn’t droning on about Argentina and, blissfully, Paul Nicholas hasn’t been reminding us it’s Grandma’s Party Tonight… (Bertie’s note: Scoop, these songs were all from 1976, not 1977…)

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