The National Motorcycle Museum

29/05/2026

Inside the Collection (Ep 3) | 1924 Montgomery-Anzani | National Motorcycle Museum

We are stepping back into the roaring twenties for the latest episode of our monthly series, shining a spotlight on an absolute powerhouse of the "vintage superbike" era: the legendary 1924 Montgomery-Anzani.

Watch as John Oakes Classicbikeman and Museum Director James Hewing get up close with this spectacular 8-valve V-twin machine. Together, they dive into its fascinating aviation-rooted engineering and that unmistakable, jaw-dropping four-pipe exhaust layout.

Inside the Collection is your monthly all-access pass behind the scenes of the Museum’s unrivalled collection, uncovering the hidden history behind the world’s most iconic British motorbikes.

Want to see the Montgomery-Anzani and over 1,000 other historic machines up close? Plan your perfect day out at www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk

Which motorcycle would you like us to feature next? Tell us in the comments.

28/05/2026

We’ve just welcomed an incredibly rare piece of engineering history to the National Motorcycle Museum: a 1980 Triumph T140MF Anti-Vibration Prototype.

This isn't your standard Bonnie. Back in the late '70s, UK police forces wanted the power of a British twin but without the numbing hand-shake. Enter Dr. Paul Morton, a brilliant mind seconded to Triumph (Meriden) from industrial giant GEC.

Instead of just using rubber engine mounts (like the T140AV models), Dr. Morton went a step further. He engineered the "Morton System" - an internal balancer shaft that ran forward inside uniquely modified crankcases.

Check out the photos to see:
- The beautifully preserved, sleek black and gold Triumph prototype itself.
- A close-up of the front crankcase, showing the heavy custom weld work required to house the revolutionary balancer shaft.
- Dr. Morton’s original demonstration models showing how the system counteracted those massive reciprocal forces.

The best part? This incredible machine was generously donated to us by Dr. Morton’s granddaughter, Sarah. Along with the bike, she handed over a treasure trove of history: all of his original design drawings, handwritten calculations, factory meeting minutes, and newspaper clips.

After the project ended, Dr. Morton actually kept the bike and rode it on the road for years. Right now, our museum restoration team is hard at work recommissioning it so we can get this smooth-riding piece of history back on the bitumen where it belongs!

27/05/2026

We can’t wait to welcome this incredible piece of engineering to The National Motorcycle Museum for the upcoming H&H Classics auction 🏍️

A truly unique machine by the legendary Allen Millyard, and guaranteed to turn heads on sale day.

26/05/2026

Museum People | Chris Wall 🛠️

What does it take to keep British motorcycling history alive and running? For Chris Wall, it’s literally a family tradition.

This time we’re catching up with Chris from our Restoration Team to talk about three generations of family history, major career pivots, and what it takes to keep classic British bikes on the road.

For Chris, nothing beats the satisfaction of seeing a bike go from arrival to full display, or watching a classic machine out on the road doing exactly what it was built to do. He’s learning from the best in the business (even if he won't name who the toughest boss is to keep the peace!) and doing his part to ensure these bikes are preserved for generations to come.

Want to know his ultimate favourite bike, or who actually makes the best brew in the workshop?

Drop a comment below to show Chris and our amazing restoration team some love!

23/05/2026

Looking for plans this Bank Holiday Monday? The weather is looking amazing for Monday, making it the perfect time to get out and make the most of the sunshine.

Whether you're planning a family day out or just fancy a solo wander surrounded by over 1,000 incredible British motorcycles, we'd love to see you.

We are open from 8:30am to 5:30pm, parking is completely free, and our on-site café will be open all day for food and drinks.

Come and enjoy the long weekend with us. Head over to our website to plan your visit or just pay on the door when you arrive. https://www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk/product-category/admissions-tickets-and-tours/

22/05/2026

What better way to enjoy your prize than taking it out for a ride 🏍️

Here’s our Winter Raffle winner enjoying his fantastic new motorcycle after collecting it from the National Motorcycle Museum. Congratulations once again!



Feeling lucky? Tickets are now available for our Summer Raffle, where you could win an original “matching numbers” 1969 BSA A75R Rocket 3 750cc motorcycle, a true British classic.

Enter now via our website and you could be our next winner.

20/05/2026

Thinking of selling your motorcycle or vintage scooter? 🏍️

Entries are officially open for the next H&H Classics auction at the National Motorcycle Museum on Wednesday 22nd July, and the grid is open to absolutely every kind of machine.

We want to break the myth that this is just for British classics. Whether you own a factory-fresh modern superbike from Japan, a vintage Italian scooter, a rare import, or an old-school classic, the team wants to see it.

Now is the perfect time to arrange your complimentary valuation with the H&H Classics team to get your bike in front of a global audience ahead of the sale.

Head over to the H&H Classics website for more information and entry details. https://www.handh.co.uk/auction-calendar/

19/05/2026