Iggy's 40-Year Love Affair with Classic Suzukis
Some riders collect bikes. Others collect stories. Iggy does both, and his shed is proof that the best motorcycle adventures often start with a 12-year-old kid, a patient father, and a secret project that would make any parent nervous.
Where It All Started
Forty years ago, Iggy caught the motorcycle bug the way most of us do – completely by accident and absolutely incurably. His dad was a mechanic, so the shed was already full of tools and possibilities. At 12, Iggy convinced his old man to help him build a motorbike, piece by piece, hidden away from mum's watchful eye.
"That shed became everything," Iggy explains. "A sanctuary, a classroom, and the starting point for every two-wheeled adventure since."
The Collection That Grew
Fast-forward four decades, and Iggy's collection reads like a love letter to Japanese engineering. Mostly Suzukis, with a special little Honda that's earned its place, and a 2007 Triumph Scrambler that's become his weekend warrior. Funny thing about that Scrambler – it's clocking more miles than anything else in the shed these days.
But the real stars? Two classic Suzuki GS1000S machines that sit like crown jewels in his workshop.
The Blue Bike That Started Everything
"I was just a kid when I saw this blue GS1000," Iggy recalls. "The owner was this generous bloke who told me stories about racing alongside Pops Yoshimura. That was it for me – I was hooked."
His two GS1000S bikes tell their own stories. The '79 is the more common model, but still an absolute icon. The '80? That's the special one. Factory rear sets, enhanced cams, electronic ignition, and a higher redline – basically a track-ready production bike straight from the factory.
A Story Written in Paint
The '79 carries a unique history that perfectly captures what classic bike ownership is really about. A mate restored it to match his brother's motorcycle, and while the frame colour scheme isn't technically "correct," Iggy wouldn't change it for the world.
"It's part of the bike's story," he says. "Why would I want to erase that?"
He even painted his '80 model in the '79 colours, creating a matching pair that only the keenest eyes can tell apart. It's these personal touches that make classic bikes more than just machines – they become family.
The Shed Philosophy
Iggy's shed isn't just a workspace – it's a community hub. Anyone who needs a place to wrench on their bike is welcome. There are personalised beer mugs for the regulars, stories shared over stubborn bolts, and conversations that range from carburettor tuning to mental health.
"I've got an optimistic outlook," Iggy admits. "I see potential in every project." That optimism has led him to master everything from electroplating to spray painting, wheel building to complete restorations. It's also connected him with fellow enthusiasts worldwide.
The Real Reward
For Iggy, riding these classic machines isn't just about getting from A to B – it's about the privilege of experiencing motorcycling in its purest form. The raw, mechanical feel of older bikes, the conversations they spark, the direct connection between rider and machine.
"It's visceral," he explains. "The open road, the changing scenery, the smells and sounds – it creates pure joy."
And when another project bike inevitably follows him home (as they tend to do), it just means more stories to tell and more memories to make in that magical shed where it all began.
Want to see Iggy's collection in action? Head over to our YouTube channel to check out the full story we filmed with him and his beautiful classic Suzukis.