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2014 HESKETH 24

The first new model from Hesketh Motorcycles in the 21st century will be the Hesketh 24. Taking inspiration from Hesketh’s illustrious Formula 1 roots, the Hesketh 24 uses James Hunt’s F1 Grand Prix winning ‘24’ car as the basis of the bikes’ styling.

 

However, underneath the red, white and blue is a completely modern interpretation of a Hesketh machine with a massive 1950 cc 56 degree V-twin engine putting out around 120 bhp. The Hesketh 24 features top quality branded components such as Ohlins suspension (track and road), Beringer brakes and Brock’s performance BST carbon fibre wheels.

 

Available from February 2014, the new Hesketh 24 will be the first model to be released under Paul Sleeman’s ownership and serves as a clear indication of the new direction of the brand.

 

Sleeman said: “The design of the bike itself is centred around the big V-twin muscle at the heart of the bike, with overhead air intakes inside the tank above and a 22.7 litre fuel cell mounted below the engine. To stay true to some original Hesketh features the front light offers a modern half cowel and the top tank follows the distinctive Hesketh shape.

 

The Hesketh 24 is a nod to the F1 success of James Hunt and the Hesketh Racing team and we tried to incorporate this is in subtle touches, such as the small Scottish and English flags on the tail as seen on the original F1 24 car and the outline of the Zandvoort circuit that offered Hunt the famous 1975 victory.

 

The limited edition Hesketh 24, of which only 24 will be made, is available from February and we will go on to develop and release a 2 seat version of this model shortly after.”

 

Hesketh Motorcycles will also soon be moving from their current home in Kingswood to larger premises in Redhill, Surrey allowing the team to concentrate on the manufacture of the Hesketh 24 and further models.

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Here's another custom build that has been flying under the radar, Raven MotoCycles and yes, this one is on eBay, or rather, the opportunity to own the first production model from the company. The specific bike you see here is the very first prototype of a brand new special, powered, in this case, by a Moto Guzzi 750cc engine from a 1971 Ambassador. The wheels, swingarm, brakes, forks and steering stem are from a '68 Honda 350. The transmission is a Norton 4 speed. The frame, tank and exhaust are hand built.

 

I recognized the Moto Guzzi engine immediately. Search found in under thirty seconds. Hell Yeah!!

 

 

http://thekneeslider.com/images/2011/12/raven-motorcycles.jpghttp://thekneeslider.com/images/2011/12/raven-motorcycles-2.jpg

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MV Agusta's new 800cc Brutale naked streetfighter. this is as close as i can get cant find your pick and back wheel is different sorry

 

That is the Rivale.

My picture is of the 800 Dragster.

 

http://www.2ri.de/Images/Big/0/MV_Agusta_Brutale_800_Dragster_2014.jpghttp://i1.wp.com/www.asphaltandrubber.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/2014-MV-Agusta-Rivale-800-29.jpg

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