Savour the last taste of empire with this Classic 650

Kawasaki’s updated retro roadster, the Z900RS SE

The joy of an authentic retro with a hint of modernity

With the new bearings, piston rings and seals fitted into the 850 block (at last), it was time to pull the old 700cc engine from the Vegemite Special so certain other parts could be swapped over. Firs

Originally specialising in building frames and girder forks, Jake Robbins has gradually expanded his remit to become one of the world’s foremost vintage restorers

Big, air-cooled retro is now an affordable, exciting modern classic