The End of Motorcycles at Pebble Beach, In Verse


Set to the tune of 'Mighty Casey at Bat', Paul d'Orleans sings the sad song of the failed motorcycle concours at…

‘Ton Up!’ Exhibit In Cyril Huze Post


Cyril Huze Post Visits our Ton Up Exhibit in Sturgis at the Michael Lichter 'Motorcycles as Art' Gallery, co-curated by…

Occupy Pebble Beach!


Paul d'Orleans reflects on what the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance has become - anything but elegant - for The…

Prouvé, Ennui, and the Problem of Cash


Money is the root of all evil, so they say, but it certainly catches our attention. Is it the best way to cultivate…

San Francisco Art Deco Day, 2006


The Legion of Honor Museum of San Francisco held an Art Deco Day parade complete with period 1920s vehicles, which Paul…

Vintage Gear: 2005 Goodwood Revival


A few thoughts on period correct attire for Goodwood Revival meeting, at which it is encouraged. Paul d'Orléans…

2006 Legend of the Motorcycle


At a reception for the inaugural Legend of the Motorcycle Concours in 2006: Jared Zaugg, Peter Fonda, Gwen White, Paul…

A Pair of Vintage Racers


Two Vintage racing British bikes from the stable of Paul d'Orléans

Welcome to The Vintagent!


Thoughts from 2006 on what TheVintagent is about, from its founder, Paul d'Orleans

Lost in the Supermarket


They’re parked right by the checkout line at Mega, eclipsing the candy bars for my impulse-purchase attention.  Even…

The Dream of Speed: Streamline Moderne Motos


Streamline Moderne fascinates collectors and enthusiasts, as these machines were never merely vehicles: they were…

No Longer Unique: a Pair of Perreaux


A team of enthusiasts gave the Perreaux steam cycle a twin brother, making an accurate replica of the second oldest…

An American in Rome – Harley-Davidson in Italy


Some described riding a Harley as a way to slow down and enjoy the scenery. Others enjoy the attention that comes from…

A Ride from Toulouse…


In June of 2011, the third edition of the Southsiders MC June ride was held near their home town of Toulouse, France.…

Black Diamonds and the Chosen Few


Shot by artist Alanna Airitam, the “Black Diamonds” collection features intimate portraits of Chosen members, each one…

Unibus: the World’s First Scooter


The new Ladies Model was the legacy of Boultbee’s Unibus: the scooter.  It took another generation to finally bring the…