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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!


Tech Tip: BSA Torque Wrench Figures

Tech Tip: BSA Torque Wrench Figures
The next time you work on your classic BSA motorcycle, make sure you torque your hardware to the proper specifications by using our factory BSA service bulletins. Click here to read the full post..

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Consider A VAPE Electronic Ignition

Consider A VAPE Electronic Ignition
Thinking about upgrading your old Triumph, BSA or Norton motorcycle to an EI ignition? Consider VAPE! Today we will dive into VAPE electronic ignitions and what makes them different from other brands on the market today. Click here to read the post today 

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Tech Tip: How To Select A Smiths Speedometer Drive

Tech Tip: How To Select A Smiths Speedometer Drive
Finding the proper Smiths rear wheel speedometer drive can be challenging. In today's Tech Tip post Kyle and Malcolm will dive into how to identify and select which speedo drive you need. We will cover ratios, axle sizes, history of Smiths Instruments and so much more. Click here to read the entire blog post today.

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Tech Tip: Amal Premier Pilot Jets & Tunning (All You Need To Know)

Tech Tip: Amal Premier Pilot Jets & Tunning (All You Need To Know)
In today's Tech Tip blog post we will be covering Amal Premier pilot jets and pilot jet tuning for Concentric carburetors. Should you be in a position where your Amal carb is running to lean or too rich I recommend that you read today's post. Click here to read the post now.  

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Lake Cachuma Vintage British Motorcycle Rally - 2020

Lake Cachuma Vintage British Motorcycle Rally - 2020
The Lake Cachuma Vintage British Motorcycle Rally is back again for 2020. This is a 4-day weekend long event full of fun and riding taking place in Santa Barbara, California. Interested in joining the event and having some fun? Click here to read the entire blog post.  

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