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Suzuki

Suzuki's contribution to classic Japanese bike collection has been immense. Whether two stroke or four, there is a bike in there somewhere that is most memorable. Take this four cylinder, 2-stroke RG500 for example. At a time when the factory was at the height of its powers in GP racing, customers could buy a road bike that just oozed pedigree and class from that hot-bed of development.

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Yamaha

Yamaha has made many bikes that fall into the modern classic category, but few have had such universal appeal and influence as the FS-1E. The archetypal headbanger's moped of the 70's started more biking careers than just about any other single bike. Photograph courtesy of Gibson Exhausts.

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Honda

As the world's biggest manufacturer of vehicles, it is hard to know where to start with Honda's vast range. Looking for bikes that have had great influence, there are so many firsts in there, that you just can't pick one. One of our great favourites is the NC30 400cc V4. Built with such quality, these are little jewels of bikes and still ride as well as any modern middleweight.

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Oldies but Goodies

More and more we are having people turn up at our workshop with modern classic Japanese bikes. It seems that to be cool these days you have to ride something that was made in the 1970s, 1980s or 1990s.

In fairness, all of these were good bikes in their day, but after a few years in the shed they may just need some tlc before venturing out onto the highway in earnest.

Luckily, we have all the information, tools and experience needed to make these bikes run as well as the makers intended. Pop along for a chat, or see our modern classics page for more information.
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Our old Z meets its well ard cousin

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Our Z650 for sale

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Our for sale Z1000

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Our RD400 restoration

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Modern Japaneseclassic bikes are becoming more popular. Let us give yours the once-over

If your pride and joy has been tucked away in the shed for a while, "gaining value" or you've just got hold of that classic bike you've always wanted, now may be a good time to give it some of that TLC it so deserves.



You'll find our attitude to getting your bike back out there refreshing. You won't just find concours restorations in our workshop. we also specialise in the type of practical and well engineerd refurbishment that gets your bike back under you where it belongs. We see changes and modifications that owners may have made over the years for what they are - part of the bike's history and character. Where apropriate, later upgraded parts parts or up to date materials can sometimes be used to good effect in maintaining the kind of period look your after whilst giving enhanced levels of performance, handling and reliability you'll apperciate.



The other good news about this more practical approach is that as well as saveing a great deal of money compared to a 100% original renovation, it wont leave you afraid to use the bike for fear of creating a blemish or getting caught out in a down poor.



Call us now on 01865 343634 to talk over your plans. Now that winter is officialy upon us, how about bringing your bike down for a good sort out ready for the spring?
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Grants Kawasaki ZG1300 the LARGE one!

If your pride and joy has been tucked away in the shed for a while, "gaining value" or you've just got hold of that classic bike you've always wanted, now may be a good time to give it some of that TLC it so deserves.



You'll find our attitude to getting your bike back out there refreshing. You won't just find concours restorations in our workshop. we also specialise in the type of practical and well engineerd refurbishment that gets your bike back under you where it belongs. We see changes and modifications that owners may have made over the years for what they are - part of the bike's history and character. Where apropriate, later upgraded parts parts or up to date materials can sometimes be used to good effect in maintaining the kind of period look your after whilst giving enhanced levels of performance, handling and reliability you'll apperciate.



The other good news about this more practical approach is that as well as saveing a great deal of money compared to a 100% original renovation, it wont leave you afraid to use the bike for fear of creating a blemish or getting caught out in a down poor.



Call us now on 01865 343634 to talk over your plans. Now that winter is officialy upon us, how about bringing your bike down for a good sort out ready for the spring?
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Classic bikes from the 70s 80s and 90s are enjoying a renaissance lately and are becoming quite popular. Many more bikes are being brought back into service and enjoyed for their character and timeless qualities. GP Performance has the passion, knowlege and tools to make sure that your modern Japanese or Italian classic keeps running as well as it ever did, or sometimes even better!

Partial and full rebuilds

If your pride and joy has been tucked away in the shed for a while, "gaining value" or you've just got hold of that classic bike you've always wanted, now may be a good time to give it some of that TLC it so deserves.

You'll find our attitude to getting your bike back out there refreshing. You won't just find concours restorations in our workshop. We also specialise in the type of practical and well engineered refurbishment that gets your bike back under you where it belongs. We see changes and modifications that owners may have made over the years for what they are - part of the bike's history and character. Where apropriate, later upgraded parts parts or up to date materials can sometimes be used to good effect in maintaining the kind of period look you're after whilst giving enhanced levels of performance, handling and reliability you'll apperciate.

The other good news about this more practical approach is that as well as saving a great deal of money compared to a 100% original renovation, it wont leave you afraid to use the bike for fear of creating a blemish or getting caught out in a downpour.

Call us now on 01865 343634 to talk over your plans. Now that winter is officially upon us, how about bringing your bike down for a good sort out ready for spring?

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