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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Granville Road, Sheffield 1970 — me on me Honda C50 Cub, flat out in 3rd, holdin’ up the bus behind. Engine groanin’, rain in me face, but I were free. No fare, no fuss — just me and that little bike takin’ on t’hill like it were mine. Never been gladder not to be on the bus - artwork by me

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

The Death of a Cub Watercolour and Acrylic on paper Sheffield, 1971 While working at W.H. Smith Wholesale, I heard the words: “Hey, Bemrose just crushed your bike!” My Honda Cub 50—my symbol of independence—lay mangled beneath a reversing truck A personal story, painted with memory and motor oil.

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

1975 – Once we’d finished our own “TT” around the bends, we’d pile into the pub, pints in hand, and set about post match discussions. Two-stroke vs four-stroke, who was smooth, who was sketchy. We were young, full of it, and the world was ours for a while. RIP Kenny and Big Steve – never forgotten

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

I took this in 1974 using a Praktica LLC with Kodachrome 25 iso slide film. We used to gather as a gang on the "Black-a-Moor" bends in Derbyshire, racing against a stop watch on our home made road circuit. Them were t'days!

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

"Kenny & Sharon, 1972" Kenny Wright was a fierce rider and a complex soul. We shared bikes, beer, and music. His Kawasaki H2 was a rocket, and he rode like he had nothing to lose. This painting captures Kenny and Sharon in the early '70s—living fast, before the weight of life caught up with him.

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

There’s a certain strangeness about their faces and voices, I suspect they may be aliens from another galaxy

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

In all kinds of weather, I made the journey thru Sheffield’s steel works on my trusty Honda C50. It was never a chore; it was an adventure. No GPS or digital maps back then—just the open road, my sense of direction, and the thrill of the ride. - I painted this to remind me of better, simpler days

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

Riding the 103 to work in 1968

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Prints, posters, cards etc www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/1689...

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Barry Sheene's last race 1984 Donnington Park - exciting end youtu.be/8FPSzrnyY5U?...

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Donington Park 1984 Superbike

YouTube video by Theo den Hugt

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

1979 Silverstone sprint finish

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

Triumph Commander 1700cc, Mersea Island

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 23/02/2025

Sidecar sways and bumps, Laughter rides the open field, Young hearts chase the wind

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 22/02/2025

August 1939 - Three friends in the Scottish Highlands enjoying life before the forthcoming storm - 500cc BSA three wheeler and 500cc Levis bike - mixed media artwork from a mono photo

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 21/02/2025

The 1978 Imola 200 Miles was wild at Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, part of the Formula 750 series. Kenny Roberts dominated on the Yamaha TZ750, leaving Steve Baker trailing. Giacomo Agostini couldn’t match their pace. Roberts’ win signalled the rise of American riders, leading to his 1978 title

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

1972 German GP Nurburgring - Jarno Saarinen beats Agostini on the 350cc MV Agusta

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

A blast from the past - Coolpix 4500 £750 in 2003 (£1200 in today’s money) for a 4 meg picture. CCD Sensor still gives a lovely picture

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

JAP - J.A. Prestwich, est. 1895, made engines for top British motorcycles like Brough Superior and dominated speedway. They also powered cars, boats, and aircraft. Post-WWII, demand declined, and production ended in the 1960s. JAP engines remain iconic in motorsports and British engineering history

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Steady Eddie - Lawson, born March 11, 1958, is a legendary American motorcycle racer. He won AMA titles with Kawasaki before securing four 500cc World Championships with Yamaha and Honda. He also won the Daytona 200 twice and later raced in IndyCar. Lawson entered the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 1999

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Renzo "Paso" Pasolini was an Italian motorcycle racer known for his daring style. He raced in the GPs from 1964-3, with Aermacchi and Benelli, achieving five wins. Known for his open-face helmet and rivalry with Jarno Saarinen, he tragically died in a crash at Monza in 1973, alongside Saarinen.

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

Bill Lomas was a British motorcycle racer. He was a two-time World Champion, winning the 350cc world championship in 1955 and 1956. He was also a two-time Isle of Man TT winner, winning the Junior TT race in 1955 and 1956

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

John Surtees (1934–2017) was the only person to win World Championships on two and four wheels. He won 7 motorcycle titles with MV Agusta before taking the 1964 F1 title with Ferrari. He later won Honda’s first F1 race in 1967. A team owner and safety advocate, he remains a motorsport legend

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

The Stevens Brothers - AJS Motorcycles, founded in 1909 by the Stevens brothers, rose to fame after winning the 1914 IOM TT. Financial struggles led to its 1931 sale to Matchless, forming AMC. The brothers later ran Stevens Brothers until 1938. AJS-branded bikes still exist under new ownership

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

1958 - Three Matchless singles (G3CS, G80CS, G3CS) prepare to leave the Matchless factory to take part in the 58 ISDT in the Bavarian mountains. L to R Wally Wyatt, Hugh Viney, Dave Curtis, Bob Mann. Original muti media artwork. #matchlessmotorcycle

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

1931 - Southport’s beach racing featured a thrilling motorcycle match race, where two- and four-wheelers competed under a 10-second handicap system. The event was a novelty, the real competition lay in the straight-mile races, with specialists in 350cc and larger classes continuing their dominance.

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

Jack Surtees leads Eddie Oliver at Cadwell in 1946. Jack's son, the famous John Surtees, was often "the monkey" in Jack's outfit.

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Stevie P @intruder1500stevie.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Some long forgotten hero’s of the past that helped make the motorcycle sport what it is today …..Mike Hawthorn . His racing Grey Flash going round Belgian Classic TT in 2013.

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Percy Tait (1929–2019) was a British motorcycle racer and Triumph test rider. He helped develop the Triumph Trident and finished second in the 1969 Belgian GP. Post-racing, he ran a Suzuki dealership and bred award-winning sheep. He passed away at 90, leaving a lasting legacy.

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Niglom @niglom.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

In 1941, WRNS dispatch riders used motorcycles to deliver urgent messages between naval bases, ensuring secure communication during WWII. Riding in all weather and blackout conditions, they played a vital role in wartime logistics, supporting naval operations with speed and reliability

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