Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Differences between Vintage, Classic, and Antique Motorcycles


An experienced construction professional, Robert Yanik serves in sales and management for Organic Depot LLC in California. Outside of work, Robert Yanik has an interest in performance cars and motorcycles, both modern and vintage.

Older motorcycles, which include vintage models, tend to evoke a sense of nostalgia among enthusiasts. However, “vintage” is a broad classification that is sometimes used interchangeably with “classic” and “antique” to describe older motorcycles. 

Vintage bikes are typically defined as those built before 1982, or before 1975 in the case of motocross bikes. Similar dates are often used by vintage motorcycle shows as an entry requirement for bikes. 

“Classic” most often refers to bikes, even new ones, that maintain tradition style or design elements. However, a classic designation can also refer to bikes that are more than 25 or 30 years old. 

The antique classification carries a more formal definition. According to the Antique Motorcycle Club of America, an antique motorcycle is one that is more than 35 years old.

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Differences between Vintage, Classic, and Antique Motorcycles

An experienced construction professional, Robert Yanik serves in sales and management for Organic Depot LLC in California. Outside of wor...