Ken & Mollie Craven – Journey to Belgrade
When Mollie and I headed southward through the suburbs of Paris with Hetty Second, our 1947 500 c.c. Matchless, we had a fair idea that we had committed ourselves to… Continue reading Ken & Mollie Craven – Journey to Belgrade
The Gentle Art of Being a Pillionist
From our Archives, Mollie Craven (our founder’s wife and traveling companion) writes about ‘The Gentle Art of Being a Pillionist’. This is from her do’s and don’ts (for both pillion… Continue reading The Gentle Art of Being a Pillionist
Round the Coast Ride
Our Roger set out to recreate (as much as he could) a ride completed in 1924. Marjorie Cottle, on a 3 ¾ hp Raleigh, and Hugh Gibson, on a 7… Continue reading Round the Coast Ride
How to Refurb Your Old Luggage
As our luggage is built to last, we often spot Craven pieces from fifty years ago or more still in use! How are these panniers and topboxes still going? Well, the… Continue reading How to Refurb Your Old Luggage
Pinstriping Luggage
Pinstriping is usually a hand-painting technique, to add fine line details to parts of a motorbike. It is commonly seen on petrol tanks or mudguards and is often metallic or… Continue reading Pinstriping Luggage
Motorcycle Top Box For Dogs
A few weeks ago we were contacted by a lady with a special request – could we make a motor cycle top box pet carrier for her dog Lulu? A few… Continue reading Motorcycle Top Box For Dogs
Vintage Motorcycle Luggage Racks – Quick and Versatile
There’s nothing more versatile than a luggage rack. Used by couriers, commuters and delivery drivers everywhere, they can turn our two-wheeled transport into a business! For those that ride for… Continue reading Vintage Motorcycle Luggage Racks – Quick and Versatile
Panniers to suit every adventure
The joy of riding a motorcycle comes from freedom. Being able to go places a car driver might not, carrying only what you need and exploring where you want. But… Continue reading Panniers to suit every adventure
Vintage Motorcycle Luggage
For those who are serious about two-wheeled travel, motorcycle luggage is a must. Designed to fulfil all practicalities, and built to last, a luggage rack, top box or panniers are… Continue reading Vintage Motorcycle Luggage
The Perfect Topbox
The humble motorcycle topbox is a simple and cost effective way to carry luggage on your motorbike. From motorcycle couriers and delivery drivers to commuters and weekend warriors, the top… Continue reading The Perfect Topbox
