{"product_id":"magazine-moto-journal-n-418-vintage-annees-80-ancien-retro-moto-course-assen","title":"Moto Journal magazine #418 vintage 80s retro motorcycle racing Assen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis featured magazine is an original copy of \"Moto Journal\", issue 418, identifiable by its iconic cover illustrating a motorcycle racing scene. The title \"MOTO JOURNAL\" appears in red and white letters on a black background, with \"No 418\" and a price of \"6F\" displayed. This issue highlights several key topics: a feature-test on the MZ 250 (\"The true utility bike\"), a report on the Assen circuit (\"Champions shaken up\"), as well as articles on the \"Croisière Verte\" (Green Cruise) and motocross in the USA. The cover, typical of the graphic style of the 80s, features a rider in action on a Yamaha sponsored by Pernod, Total, Michelin, and Segura, in a tight cornering position, illustrating the competition and sporting aesthetic of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover layout is dynamic, with colored boxes (yellow, purple, green) and an action photographic visual that captures the intensity of motorcycle races. In the upper right, a \"dossier essai\" (feature test) insert on a green background highlights the MZ 250, with a photo, emphasizing the practical and utilitarian focus of this issue. The secondary titles \"CROISIÈRE VERTE : EN AVANT\" (GREEN CRUISE: FORWARD) and \"CROSS : BRUNO AUX USA\" (MOTOCROSS: BRUNO IN THE USA) are printed in yellow and white, reinforcing the magazine's visual identity. The overall style, typography, and color codes are characteristic of specialized motorcycle press of the 80s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe spine of the magazine, visible on the left side, shows a slight bulge revealing prior use, with no apparent structural damage to the front. The cover shows no tears or major marks, but a slight patina and some discreet age-related marks are noticeable, typical of a used copy from this period. The visible texture suggests glossy or semi-matte paper, common for specialized magazines of this era, without being able to confirm the exact material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe inscriptions on the cover are clear and perfectly legible: \"ASSEN : LES CHAMPIONS BOUSCULÉS\" (ASSEN: CHAMPIONS SHAKEN UP), \"CROISIÈRE VERTE : EN AVANT\" (GREEN CRUISE: FORWARD), \"CROSS : BRUNO AUX USA\" (MOTOCROSS: BRUNO IN THE USA), and the \"dossier essai\" (feature test) banner on the MZ 250. The main photograph, in color, features a professional rider in a sponsored suit, emphasizing the authenticity of the subject and the historical interest for motorsport enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis magazine is used and sold as is. The copy presents a visually clean cover, with superficial signs of wear consistent with a vintage item. No major defects are visible on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e \"Moto Journal\" magazine is one of the major French periodicals dedicated to motorcycles, launched in 1971. It has accompanied the evolution of the motorcycle market in France, documenting international competitions as well as tests of popular and utility models, such as the MZ 250 highlighted in this issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase will be carefully packaged and shipped promptly by a professional seller specializing in vintage and collectible items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: 80s motorcycle magazine, Moto Journal vintage, old motorcycle magazine, retro motorcycle review, French motorcycle press, Moto Journal 418, motorsport magazine, old motorcycle magazine, racing motorcycle review, retro motocross, MZ 250 feature test, 80s Moto Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54308743676231,"sku":"44394de1-c2cc-4a68-8739-b53102560c40-PA0.53","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_9a463989-d938-4c26-9d65-a307623e40da.jpg?v=1783497349","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/magazine-moto-journal-n-418-vintage-annees-80-ancien-retro-moto-course-assen","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}