Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance is one of the most successful automotive titles ever written, having sold more than five million copies and although its author Robert M. Pirsig admits ?It’s not very factual on motorcycles? the global success of the work is one of many proofs that our passion for Motorbikes is more than just a hobby. It’s rooted in family and community, fraternity and adventure, it can bring us our greatest highs and for many it’s our therapy at our times of greatest need. For Craig Jones of Warwickshire and his meticulously crafted 1980 BMW R80 this build has been both a way to cope with great loss and the beginning of a bright new journey.
From the age of 8 Craig has had a passion for motorcycles that started with his first ride, a Yamaha YZ80 and is a love that has never abated. His other love is working with metal and for 25 years he worked alongside his Father in their family owned Blacksmith and Fabrication business. But life has a way of taking cruel turns and just nine months after a cancer diagnosis his Dad passed away.

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