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Welcome to our blogs, news and tech area of our site! Please understand that Classic British Spares works diligently and hard to ensure our work is accurate and correct. Although our team has deep roots with vintage British motorcycles that spans over 30+ years, we are in no way shape or form "experts" or an "authority" in our industry (nor do we pretend to be) but instead real life enthusiasts (like you) looking to share our opinions and experience. Happy reading!


Cam Follower Re-Grinding Service (Triumph & BSA + Norton)

Cam Follower Re-Grinding Service (Triumph & BSA + Norton)
CBS is now offering cam follower re-grinding services "in-house". We can re-grind 5/16" & 3/8" lifters for both Triumph & BSA models... From 3/4" to 3" radius. We are also offering Norton Commando lifter re-grinding as well! Click here to read the full post today.. 

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Website Update: Free Shipping Threshold

Website Update: Free Shipping Threshold
With inflation, shipping and product costs on the rise, we really have to look at the bigger picture and the state of the hobby industry as a whole - today we will cover our new "Free Shipping" policy. Click here to read the post..

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Matchless Rear Brake Drum Turning

Matchless Rear Brake Drum Turning
Take a look at how Kyle turned this old Matchless rear brake drum on his lathe. Slightly "out of round" but now made "round" again and concentric. Ready for new brake shoes! Click here to watch the video today..

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Tutorial: Smiths Anti-Vibration Replacement O-Ring Band

Tutorial: Smiths Anti-Vibration Replacement O-Ring Band
Today Kyle will cover how to remove / install a new o-ring band for Smiths anti-vibration tachometer mounts. Smiths anti-vibration mounts were typically fitted on classic British motorcycles for “racing purposes” only. Click here to watch the video today..

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Tech Tip: Measuring, Selecting & Installing Valve Guides

Tech Tip: Measuring, Selecting & Installing Valve Guides
In todays Tech Tip post we will cover the proper way to install and remove valve guides as well as measuring your cylinder head to help you determine which “oversize” guides may be required for your application. If you plan on tackling your own "valve job", I recommend reading this post! Click here to read the post today..

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