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40,000 miles and one World Record Editor John recently met an inspiring, enthusiastic biker with a fantastic adventure planned...

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HELLO, I’m Omo Alokwe from London; a business change analyst, golfer with a very dodgy swing, and a keen motorcyclist for close to 20 years.

This November, I plan to make the journey from Land’s End (England’s southernmost tip) to Lagos (Nigeria’s westernmost tip), including riding round all the nooks and crannies of Nigeria, thus breaking the World Record for the longest journey by motorcycle in a single country – currently 22,065.47 miles, set in China

by Zhang Ying Fa. It all started as a joke when I was asked what my BHAG (Big Hairy

Audacious Goal) was for 2015. The adventure will cover two continents and 12 countries (England, France, Spain, Morocco, Western Sahara, Senegal, Mauritania, Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, Benin and Nigeria).

Travelling to Lagos, then riding in and around Nigeria before riding home, I’m looking at doing around 40,000 miles in 16 weeks.

The longest ride I have done to date was just under 1700 miles in four days, and in the company of a friend.

This ride is nearly 25 times longer and I’ll be riding on my own.

The mileage is quite frankly daunting, but I’m very excited at the same time. This will be a proper test of endurance for me, and I am so looking forward to it.

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Omo Alokwe on his last adventure in Lagos.

It’s going to be exhilarating thanks to the different cultures, extremes of temperature, and of course the terrain that I will encounter on the trip (snow-capped Pyrenees, Sahara desert and tropical rain forests).

My kit and motorcycle should be able to cope, and I’m currently researching the best options, as well as preparing myself both physically and mentally for the challenge. I’ve been going over maps, talking to other long distance bikers and attending bike shows in preparation for this epic journey.

I’ll be using this opportunity to increase awareness and raise funds for Medicine San Frontiers (MSF), aiding the humanitarian work they do in more than 60 countries around the world, and their continuing efforts to curb the Ebola virus in West Africa. I will visit MSF sites along the route on the way to Nigeria. A series of fund raising events are planned, including a charity golf day, and I’m also taking part in the MSF Fun Run on April 25 in London’s Regent’s Park (places are still available if you fancy a go).

Omo will be sending us regular blogs during his journey, so you can follow his progress as he tackles this fantastic adventure. To support the vital work of Medicine San Frontiers, donations can be made at: www.justgiving.com/omoalokwe All the money goes directly to MSF to enable them to continue their ongoing work with populations desperately in need of medical assistance and humanitarian aid around the world.

EVENTS EvEry Thursday from 6pm-9pm Stephen Billau and Sons Bike Nights DL1 1QQ www.sbillau.co.uk 01325 281331 EvEry sEcond saTurday of EvEry monTh Durham Autojumble and meet, Mill House, Littleburn Ind Est, Langley Moor, Durham City DH7 8HJ. Indoor and outdoor stalls, disabled access, cafe on site and a private on-site parking. £1 admission and £10 per stall. www.dontbinitsellit.com EvEry sunday of EvEry monTh Cafeplas, Badock High Street SG7 6AX. Motorcycle cafe open every Sunday, 9am-4pm. sunday, march 8 Normous Newark Autojumble, Newark Showground, Newark, Notts NG24 2NY. www.classicshows.org sunday, march 8 British and Classic Bike Day and Royal Enfield Review, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com sunday, march 15 Sidecar Sunday and Honda CX and GL Day, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com Thursday, march 19 BikerDown! South Yorkshire, Edlington Fire Station, Edlington, Doncaster DN12 2AE. Free first aid and collision awareness session for motorbike and scooter riders and pillions in South Yorkshire.

Presented by officers from SY Fire & Rescue and Yorkshire Ambulance.

7pm-9pm. Entry price free.

01709 832452

4 NEWS EVENTS Sunday, March 22 Overland and Adventure Travel Bike Day, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com Sunday, March 22 Yamaha-YZF Sunday, CMC Motorcycles, High Street, Clay Cross Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9DP. Bring along your YZF-R1, YZF-R6, YZF Thunderace, YZF Thundercat and YZF-R125. Some special YZF’s will be on display and trophies for the best to arrive on the day. Starts at 10am, trophies at 2.30pm and closes at 4pm. Event is free and everyone welcome. www.cmcbikes.com 01246 860046 Sunday, March 22 Huddersfield Autojumble, Old Market Building, Brook Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1RG. Held in the historic Grade 2* Victorian market building right in the centre of Huddersfield. Indoor toilets and refreshments are available. www.phoenixfairs.jimdo.com Saturday, March 28, to Sunday, March 29 Manchester Bike Show, EventCity, Phoenix Way, off Barton Dock Road, Urmston, Manchester, M41 7TB www.manchesterbikeshow.com 01484 667776 Saturday, March 28, to Sunday, March 29 Kickback – The National Custom Bike Show, Stoneleigh Park, near Coventry, Warwickshire, CV8 2LZ. KICKBACK 5 will be bigger than ever before claim the organisers, with more exhibitors, traders and retailers, more feature zones, more manufacturers and more show bikes on display.

And better, with evening entertainment, late bar and on-site camping and hotel facilities. www.thecustomshow.com or email lorne@rwrw.co.uk Saturday, March 28, to Sunday, March 29 South Wales Sunbeam Motorcycle Club 23rd Annual Classic & Modern Motorcycle Show, Llanishen, Cardiff dave.harrison47@yahoo.com 01443 435125 Sunday, March 29 Scooter Sunday and Raleigh Chopper Meet, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com

Scottoiler celebrates 30 years THIRTY years ago Fraser Scott first presented his invention the Scottoiler – an automatic motorcycle chain oiler – to the public.

Now, 30 years later, Scottoiler is an established brand in the motorcycle industry with global market penetration.

“Motorcycles have always been central to my life,” says Fraser. “My first memory was being a tank-top passenger, and falling off, my dad’s Triumph Twin. This was in 1937 when I was two years old. From then on I was obsessed with bikes.

“I used them to go on camping and hill walking trips, and then scrambling kept me busy for a few years, until, for my sins, when I was 42 years old I invented the Scottoiler.”

R&D manager Stephen Hood says: “The recession has hit the motorcycle market hard but we see signs of recovery. Our products help every motorcyclist to spend more time on the road and less time in the garage. A Scottoiler chain oiler system is still the best way to save hassle, time and money when it comes to motorcycle maintenance.

“Today, 20 people work in our factory in the north of Glasgow, with more employed by our engineering sub-contractors all over Great Britain. I’ve since taken more of a back seat, handing over the reins to my daughter Fiona, who, as MD, has created the successful company that exists today. Although I still fulfil my role

as a disruptive innovator within the R&D team to this day... and long may it continue.”

Scottoiler has since increased its product range and is exporting to over 40 countries worldwide.

Europe, Australia and SE Asia are strong established markets and the company is focusing its attention on the North American market in 2015.

“This is a big year for us” said Fiona Scott Thomson, managing director of Scottoiler Ltd. “We currently have exciting projects going on behind the scenes at Scottoiler which we hope will appeal to our loyal customers and hopefully attract many new ones.”

For more information visit www.scottoiler.com

Scottoiler inventor Fraser Scott.

REALRIDER wins yet another award!

REALsafe Technologies Limited in Durham has won the national Grand Prix prize in the Great Faces of British Business competition. The Business is Great Britain campaign launched the competition in November 2014, in association with BT Business, to find the most innovative and exciting UK businesses.

Durham-based REALsafe Technologies is a start-up business that launched a revolutionary safety-based app for motorcyclists in February 2013. The REALRIDER app lets motorcyclists track rides, record

points of interest, and keeps them safe when they ride alone.

It can automatically detect if a rider has had a crash and contacts the Emergency Service with their last known location and medical details.

REALsafe Technologies stood out to the judges as a classic business success story. The national judges commented that “it is a fantastically simple, yet innovative product that could save lives, and that now the only way is up for the business.”

Zoe Farrington, managing director at REALSafe

Technologies said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to have been crowned the national winner of the Great Faces of British Business competition.

“Winning this award truly sets us apart from the competition in our field, and we hope we will inspire other small businesses everywhere to foster their success. We would strongly recommend any small business owner to visit www.greatbusiness.gov.uk to access the wealth of support and advice available from the Government to help your company grow.”

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Car insurance just for bikers RESEARCH instigated by Carole Nash found that motorcyclists’ knowledge of road safety is almost twice as good as that of car drivers.

To reflect that, the specialist broker has now launched a new car insurance policy entitled ‘Bikers Only’.

More than 60% of riders surveyed knew the safe stopping distance in rainy conditions at 30mph is 150ft – compared to just 34% of motorists.

The sign for the end of a dual carriageway was correctly identified by 67% of motorcyclists, whereas just 37% of drivers got the answer right.

Carole Nash is now guaranteeing not simply to match, but to beat, bikers’ car insurance renewal quotes (terms and conditions, plus minimum premium and age restrictions apply).

Open to any biker aged 35-75 who holds both a full bike and car licence, irrespective of whether they own a bike, ‘Bikers Only Car Insurance’ is Carole Nash’s latest bikercentric offer.

For full details and to get a quote, call 0800 144 4622 or visit www.carolenash.com

Order your free tool catalogue SEALEY tools has released its 2015-16 catalogue, which includes more than 8000 products on 1012 pages.

Each of the catalogue’s 20 sections has its own index guide to help you quickly and easily find the right tool, including the more than 900 new items such as Schumacher battery starters & chargers; Autel automotive readers/scanners; new ranges of tool

chests & garage storage systems; Premier Platinum tool trays; easy store bike lifts; many new air & electric power tools plus much more.

Sealey says it strives to bring its customers the very best choice, quality and price in the tool and equipment market, with what the company claims is the best aftersales in the business.

The firm’s spring promotion, running from March 1 to May 31 includes a new range of tool boxes, chests and mechanics stools, you’ll also find pressure washers, some smart hand tools (which include a Lifetime Guarantee) and even a pit truck.

The catalogue is available from Sealey stockists nationwide, www.sealey.co.uk, or by calling 01284 757500.

You can also download the FREE Sealey app on Apple or Android to view the full catalogue.

Royal Enfield planning its return to UK IN A remarkable volte-face, Indian motorcycle manufacturer Royal Enfield will be expanding its research and development… to the UK. Royal Enfield was, of course, originally a British company, starting out in 1901 in Reddich (so beating Harley-Davidson as the oldest continually operating motorcycle manufacturer by two years). In 1949 Enfield started selling bikes in India. Then in 1955 the Indian Government selected the 350cc Bullet for its

police and military, so Enfield partnered with a local company to form Enfield India to build and service the bikes (to add to the confusion, the UK factory built rebadged bikes for US brand Indian during its final years).

The Reddich factory closed in early 1967, but the Indian operation kept going; in the process making the Bullet the motorcycle with the longest production run of all time.

Under massive investment plans, the company is now set to

build a new technology centre in Leicestershire. “Royal Enfield will be investing Rs 500 crore [just over £52 million] in 2015 towards product development,” said Royal Enfield’s CEO Siddhartha Lal. “With a view to become the leader in the global mid-sized motorcycling, Royal Enfield will build two new technology centers.”

Besides the UK centre, another is planned for the Indian city of Chennai, with the two sites said to be coming online in 2015 and 2016 respectively.

EVENTS Tuesday, March 31 S&S Bikers Social Evening, The Mallard Public House, Burringham Road, Scunthorpe DN17 2AB. A social evening in aid of the Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance.

Everyone welcome. Refreshments, cash draw, charity raffle and collection with all money going to charity. safeandsoundbikers@gmail.com 07956 412410 Tuesday, March 31 Steve Parrish MAD Tour, City of Varieties, Leeds, LS1 6LW. A funny and informative evening with Steve Parrish. All shows start at 7.30pm, please book tickets in advance. www.cityvarieties.co.uk www.madtour.co.uk 0113 243 0808 Wednesday, april 1 Steve Parrish MAD Tour, Coronation Hall, Ulverston LA12 7LZ. A funny and informative evening with Steve Parrish. All shows start at 7.30pm, please book tickets in advance. www.corohall.co.uk/ www.madtour.co.uk 01229 587140 Wednesday, april 1 Sports/Cruiser Bike Night, Willows Garden Centre, Glentham. www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795 saTurday, april 4, To Monday, april 6 British Superbikes – Donington Park GP Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2RP www.britishsuperbike.com sunday, april 5 Rocket III OC Meet, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com Monday, april 6 Southend Shakedown, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD Starts at 10:30am. www.ace-cafe-london.com Wednesday, april 8 Sports Bike Night, Fox Inn, Ulceby www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@ lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795 Wednesday 8 april Cruiser Bike Night, Winterton Rovers FC www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@ lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795

8 NEWS EVENTS Saturday, april 11, to Sunday, april 12 Thundersport GB Motorcycle Races Donington Park, Castle Donington Derby, DE2RP. www.donington-park.co.uk Sunday, april 12 Normous Newark Autojumble, Newark Showground, Newark, Notts NG 24 2NY www.classicshows.org Sunday, april 12 Salisbury Motorcycle & Light Car Club Five Valleys Charity Motorcycle Run. Starting from Salisbury Livestock Marke at 11am, covering about 90 miles in along Wiltshire and Dorset country roads. Refreshments available at start, a pub lunch stop with skittle alley and a tea stop later in afternoon. £1 of each entry will be donated to The John McNeill Opportunity Centre.

Signing on from 9.30am. www.salisburymotorcycle andlightcarclub.co.uk 01725 511131.

Sunday, april 12 BSA GS OC 40th Anniversary and Brit Bike Day, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com WedneSday, april 15 Charterhouse Classic Cars, Motorcycles and Automobilia Auction, Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6QN. Classic cars, motorcycles auction and automobilia auction, 01935 812277.

WedneSday, april 15 Sports Bike Night, Three Horseshoes, Scotton www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@ lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795 WedneSday, april 15 Cruiser Bike Night, Rose and Crown, Upton www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@ lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795 Friday, april 17, to Sunday, april 19 British Superbikes – Brands Hatch Indy Fawkham, Longfield, Kent DA3 8NG www.britishsuperbike.com

Support Blood Bikes at the Prescott Festival THE Prescott Bike Festival will take place on Sunday, April 12, at the home of the Bugatti Owners Club in Cheltenham (GL52 9RD).

Advance tickets are £12 and cost £15 on the gate. All event proceeds go to the Nationwide Association of Blood Bikes and Severn Freewheelers.

The 2015 festival will feature large displays of historic, modern and race bikes, plus a Paddock Specials Show ‘n’ Tell area, motorcycle manufacturers, dealer zone, motorcycle clubs, demo areas, passenger rider experiences, live music, stunt show, biker celebrity appearances and hundreds of trade stands.

All this, as well as being able to watch bikes as they run the historic hill climb course.

For the first time, the festival is offering test rides on the KTM Adventure fleet, including the

1290 Super Adventure, 1190 or 1050 Adventure.

Classics fans are treated too with Bantam, AJS, BSA, Rudge, Royal Enfield, Douglas, Manxman, Ariel, Matchless and Norton machines at the show.

Mike West Racing will showcase an incredible collection of famous race bikes in the paddock, alongside the Carlos Checa’s MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici GP5 and Checa’s 2011 WSB winning Ducati 1198 F1.

Plus the MADMAX Race Team will be at the Festival with their Turbine Streetfighter – the world’s first jet turbine streetfighter street legal motorbike which recently set a land speed record doing an astonishing 224.5mph.

There’s a whole host of celebrities attending the show too including: four times World Superbike Champion and ‘King of the Jungle’; Carl Fogarty, former three times

BSB Champion and Blood Bike ambassador; John Reynolds, motorcycle adventurer; Nick Sanders, Charley Boorman, David Hailwood (son of Mike Hailwood) and former World Darts Champion Andy Fordham.

Rieju’s new colours THE popular Rieju MRT50 Pro and the MRT125 (Enduro and Supermoto) are available in new colour schemes this year. Priced at £2699 and £3399 respectively, all Riejus are made in Spain, with the liquid-cooled models powered by genuine Yamaha engines.

The black and green livery is also now to be found on the sports RS3 125 Pro, priced at £3399. Both the MRT125 Pro and RS3 125 Pro will also come with a superb 0% interest free option.

For more details, visit your dealer or go to www.riejumoto.com

Gates open at 8:30am and the festival closes at 5pm – with the action on track starting at 10am.

There’s free parking, free motorcycle side stand puck and free helmet park for bikers. www.prescottbikefestival.co.uk

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10 NEWS EVENTS Sunday, april 19 Custom and Cruiser Bike Day, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com Sunday, april 19 Monkey Bike Sunday, CMC Motorcycles, High Street, Clay Cross Chesterfield, Derbyshire S45 9DP. Bring along your mini-Monkey bike – standard or modified, all makes welcome including customised Honda C50/C70/C90s.

Trophies for the best on the day. Starts at 10am, trophies at 2.30pm and closes at 4pm. Event is free and everyone welcome. www.cmcbikes.com 01246 860046 Sunday, april 19 Huddersfield Autojumble, Old Market Building, Brook Street, Huddersfield HD1 1RG. www.phoenixfairs.jimdo.com Sunday, april 19 BONE-shaker-MARROW-thon. Starting from: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham.

Starts at 11am and finishes at the National Brewery Centre, Burton-on-Trent. Ride open to all motorcycles, trikes, scooters, mopeds and vintage machines. A second learner-friendly meeting point has also been arranged at the Bassett’s Pole island near Sutton Coldfield.

Riders are asked to make a £5 donation to ride and a fund-raising raffle will be drawn on the day. www.boneshaker-marrowthon.com WedneSday, april 22 Sports Bike Night, Rose and Crown, Upton www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@ lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795 WedneSday, april 22 Cruiser Bike Night, Arties Mill, Brigg www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@ lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795 ThurSday, april 23 St George’s Night Special, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD. Starts 6pm. www.ace-cafe-london.com

WIN an AGV with IoM TT

OUR friends at Fast Bikes magazine have teamed up with Metzeler for the TT, offering the chance to win amazing prizes if you book accommodation at the Metzeler Village through them, and they’ve just added another amazing prize through our friends at Moto Direct – a brand new Guy Martin replica AGV K3.

The Metzeler Village is an easy and cheap way to sort out accommodation for the 2015 TT races. Situated within the Isle of Man’s National Sports Centre which is located just behind the Quarterbridge Pub, here you will find the village of pre-pitched tents, complete with lanterns and air beds all ready for your stay.

That’s a lot of gear not to have to carry on your bike.

In addition, you can pre-order sleeping bags to be picked up on site so you don’t even have to bring them. Further facilities include the Sports Centre for food, swimming and spa(!), clean shower facilities and the added Metzeler chill-out areas complete with sofas, hammocks, table footie and a big screen are there to entertain you between the races.

There is parking for your bike with 24 hour security, and the opportunity to plan your racing viewpoints and buy bus tickets from Metzeler so you’re well prepared for the racing. You can also quite simply wander to the Quarterbridge boozer to watch the racing which is trackside and only three minutes away from your tent.

It really is a brilliant venue and at only £20 per person, per night, this is a great saving on your accommodation.

Unless you arrive on Metzeler Tyres of course, then you only pay £12 per night… can’t be bad, can it?

On top of all of this, as a resident at the Metzeler Village you will have exclusive access to a Q&A session with the Metzeler Riders who will be visiting during race week.

If all of this is not incentive enough we have a number of prizes to give away to readers staying at the site. Just place your booking at bit.ly/metzvillage and you will automatically be entered to win any one of the following now including the Guy Martin AGV K3 shown above: ● A set of Metzeler Sportec M7 RRs delivered to you anywhere in the UK for your trip. ● Your accommodation fee waived ● A place on the exclusive Metzeler Bus at the Creg for the Senior ● A lap around the course by car/bus with a TT racer guiding you through each turn.

So if you’re going to the TT and haven’t sorted somewhere to stay, get it booked! This isn’t camping, it’s more like biking glamping, plus you get all those extras and the chance to win some awesome prizes too. So, what are you waiting for?!

Book now at bit.ly/metzvillage

Book yourself onto a BikeSafe course HERE at MCM we’re huge fans of the Police BikeSafe course. With Carli and John both having been on the course, we can honestly say it’s a lot of fun, hugely rewarding and potentially a lifesaver.

It’s that last word that turns a lot of people off, conjuring up images of a police officer standing in a classroom, preaching to everyone to ride more slowly. We’ve said it before, and we’ll be saying it for a long time…

It. Is. Not. Like. That.

Each police force that runs the BikeSafe courses has their own price and structure, but generally it’ll cost about £45 for one or two days. You will not get ‘nicked’ on one of these courses – you’re asked to ride as you normally would, and given tips to help you be safer.

Whatever your level of experience, a BikeSafe course is well worth the time.

Grab a few mates and get booked now at www.bikesafe.co.uk.

Cambridgeshire Police are taking bookings for Saturday, April 18, and Saturday, May 16 – if it’s your local force, you’ll see John the editor there.

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12 NEWS EVENTS Thursday, april 23 BikerDown! South Yorkshire, Mansfield Road Fire Station, Mansfield Road, Sheffield S12 2AE. Free first aid and collision awareness session for motorbike and scooter riders and pillions in South Yorkshire. Presented by officers from SY Fire & Rescue and Yorkshire Ambulance. 7pm-9pm. Entry is free. www.lifewise999.co.uk 01709 832452 Friday, april 24, To Monday, april 27 Bike Tours for the Wounded JOGLE – John O’Groats to Land’s End By entering this event you help to support Bike Tours for the wounded who fund places for our Wounded, Injured and Sick servicemen and women on motorcycle tours. www.biketoursforthewounded.co.uk/ events/jogle-rides saTurday, april 25, To sunday, april 26 The 35th Carole Nash International Classic Motorcycle Show, Staffordshire County Showground, Weston Rd, Stafford, Staffordshire ST18 0BD. The flagship event of the classic motorcycling calendar, the Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show is well into its fourth decade and is still going strong. www.classicshows.org sunday, april 26 Kawasaki Sunday, Ace Cafe, Ace Corner, N Circular Rd, Stonebridge, London NW10 7UD All day. www.ace-cafe-london.com sunday, april 26 Applecross Destination Ride, Applecross Inn, Applecross, Wester Ross, Inverness-shire IV54 8LR A destination ride to meet up with old friends at the Applecross Inn. All routes, muster locations, timings and hotel info from Colin Stenhouse (organiser) at mainescots@gmail.com Wednesday, april 29 Sports Bike Night, Jolly Miller, Wrawby www.lincolnshirebikenights.com graham@ lincolnshirebikenights.com 01724 763795 lisT your eVenT here Visit www.MoreBikes.co.uk and submit your event now. Please always check event details with the organiser before travelling.

Brough on track for first Superiors in May REBORN Brough Superior will soon start testing its all-new SS100 with the first deliveries to customers expected later this year, reports Phil West.

The all-new machine, developed in partnership between Brough owner Mark Upham and Toulouse-based Boxer Design, has been significantly redesigned since its original unveiling in Milan in 2013, but is now finally nearing production readiness – as these first pictures from inside the factory show.

The bike has the same all-new, 90º, 997cc V-twin as the original, along with a radical Fior front end, double ‘twin disc’ front brakes and unconventional 18in wheels, but the chassis and geometry has been redesigned along with a larger tank and airbox and revised engine internals. The price will be around £50,000.

Now, as these pictures show, the first bikes are being readied for testing targeted for May with limited deliveries planned for later in the year.

“We don’t want to launch too early,” Upham said. “What we want to do is to make sure that there is an excessive amount of testing done simply because it has to be good.

And it has to be very good.”

Upham explained that Brough production will now take place at two factories at the Boxer Design facility: one for final assembly, pictured here and another for machining and engine assembly.

“I think, very, very seriously, that there will be some bikes delivered this year,” he continued.

“But not in high quantities. The real quantities – and by that I mean at least five bikes a week – will be made next year.”

Help create the perfect budget motorcycle commuter luggage DESIGN and engineering student Christopher Stallwood wants to enlist the aid of commuters who ride small-capacity bikes to work.

The 22-year-old, who studies at the University of Nottingham, is working on the final major project for his BEng Degree, and as he’s got his CBT, and is saving up for a Honda CBR125, he’s aiming to design commuter luggage specifically for 125cc motorcycles.

“With more people seeing the benefits of small-capacity bikes for commuting, I think there’s a real need for a reliable, well-designed, and cheap alternative to carrying your kit in a rucksack,” he says.

“While I have a lot of ideas, I haven’t been riding as long as most of your readers, so would really appreciate their input.

What kind of features would they be looking for in easy-touse commuter luggage? How would they expect to attach it to the machine, and what would suit them best; hard luggage, soft luggage, or something else?

“It doesn’t matter if riders are on larger bikes now, but their experience could help me immensely.”

We’ll be following Chris’ project with interest, and will let you know how he gets on. If you have any ideas that might help, please contact Chris through MCM, using the details on page 22.

Paper licence to be scrapped in June THE DVLA has confirmed that from June 8, 2015, the photocard licence counterpart – the paper sheet that pairs with your plastic driving licence card – will not be valid, and will no longer be issued by DVLA. At this point, you should destroy yours but you still need to keep your current plastic photocard driving licence. The entitlements, and the status of your driving licence won’t change.

Holders of paper licences issued before 1998 should keep their licence, as these remain valid and must not be destroyed. The next time you need to update your name, address or renew your licence, you will be issued with a photocard only.

From June 8, 2015, your endorsements (points) won’t be shown on your licence – instead, the information will be held on the DVLA’s driver record, which can be checked online, by post or by calling 0300 790 6802.

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COMPETITION 15

A Belstaff Tourist WIN Trophy Jacket worth £525!

With the Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show in Stafford just around the corner (make a note in your diary for April 25-26) MCM and MoreBikes have teamed up with Holden Vintage & Classic to offer one lucky reader a Belstaff motorcycle jacket.

The winner will be able to choose between the men’s and women’s version, as well as selecting their specific size and colour.

The prIze

The Belstaff Tourist Trophy Wax Jacket has real performance and quality, making it a very practical yet classic looking piece of kit. It’s made with 10oz wax cotton, and a 100% cotton Belstaff quilted check lining, plus corduroy fabric on the collar.

It has a detachable quilted lining with 120g Valtherm padding.

This classic jacket has four patch pockets on the chest and sides, closed by flaps and Belstaffbranded snap buttons. It has reinforcements at critical wear points, and removable CE-approved D3O armour. The Belstaff Tourist Trophy Jacket is even claimed to be 100% waterproof, thanks to a new membrane inner shell.

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Putting in the miles with the kit that matters

Dogcam Bullet R+

£149.95 | www.dogcamsport.co.uk 01208 269159 | Reviewed by John Milbank There are plenty of riders wanting to broadcast their trackday antics or motocross backflips, but there’s also a large number of everyday bikers who simply want a record of their ride.

They might like to capture their adventure, or it might be to document the journey, just in case something goes wrong.

The Bullet R+ from Dogcam is a compact, lightweight 1080p/720p camera that’s relatively cheap, yet incredibly simple to use. The cylindrical unit can be rotated inside the cleverly designed mount, which tightly grips the metal casing once it’s pushed into the self-adhesive or screw-on brackets supplied.

Once positioned, a press of the single button makes the camera vibrate (a great idea for helmet fitting), then a laser illuminates for a few seconds to show where it’s pointing. And that’s it – the

camera is now recording (a small LED alternates between blue and green as a reminder).

Press and hold the button again and the unit will vibrate before shutting down. Charging of the non-removable battery is via a USB port on the rear of the camera, where you’ll also find the card slot hidden beneath a metal cap.

The Dogcam weighs just 93g compared with a GoPro Hero 3’s 196g when in its case. It’s also waterproof (down to a claimed 10m), but you

Video grab from Dogcam Bullet R+.

Video grab from GoPro Hero 3.

need to have the closed cap on the rear. Like the GoPro, this muffles the audio, though I actually preferred the way it picked up the engine sound without the wind-noise associated with the perforated rear cap.

The camera comes with an 8GB MicroSD card, bracket, a flat and a curved adhesive mount, handlebar and adjustable mounts, lanyard, charger, USB cable, spare O-rings and an RF remote control and receiver. The remote can control two cameras, and also allows you to shoot 3MP stills when not recording video.

Despite one button and no display, setting up the Bullet is simple using PC and Maccompatible application. This allows you to adjust settings like brightness, contrast, quality, time stamp etc (switching between 1080p and 720p is done on-camera), as well as the excellent loop mode. It’s this setting that will probably be the most used on the camera, recording 15 minute clips until the card is full, then overwriting the earliest clips as it goes.

In my tests, the battery typically lasted around

an hour and a half (an external battery is also available, taking this up to a claimed four hours, or the camera can be hard-wired to the bike’s battery with an optional kit). With the remote fitted, battery life dropped to one hour and 10 minutes of constant recording.

Picture quality isn’t up there with a high-end GoPro, and the field of view isn’t as wide, but that’s missing the point; this is a great-value alternative that could very well offer the compact solution you’ve been looking for.

Memory card, USB socket and resolution switch are on the rear

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Motolug Collapsible Trailer

From £645 | www.motolug.com / 0800 043 7106 Reviewed by John Milbank Some designs are so brilliant, so useful, and so convenient that they’re well worth the price. My first motorcycle trailer was an Erde PM310. These popular units cost £565 with a ramp, and can carry a bike up to 240kg. You can also add a front wheelholder, which brings the price up to £655.

The Motolug SE costs £645, can carry up to a 350kg machine (a Pan European weighs 283kg), with a maximum rear wheel width of 220mm (easily wide enough for a VMAX). The trailer is its own ramp, and a wheel-holding system is built in. Oh, and it packs down small enough to fit into the boot of almost any car. Brilliant, useful and convenient.

The Motolug takes about five minutes to assemble, and once built, it’s attached to your car’s tow-ball. The front mechanism allows it to tilt down, creating a ramp to power the bike up. At the top the adjustable wheel retainer grabs the machine safely, allowing you to step away as you prepare and fit four ratchet straps. The Motolug shouldn’t be towed without a bike on it – the process of tying it to the trailer pulls the removable parts together; it wouldn’t come apart, but it stops any movement in the assembly.

It’s the loading system that appeals to me most – I couldn’t load the Erde on my own, as balancing the bike until a strap was fitted was tricky even with my relatively light CBR600. I’ve had pit bikes, motocross bikes, sportsbikes and sports-tourers on the Motolug, and never had any problem loading them or taking them off.

So the Motolug is worth the price? I’d say so; in fact, I sold my Erde and bought this. The old PM310 took up most of our patio when it wasn’t in use – the Motolug is tucked in corner of the shed. The Erde’s loading channel kept bending out of shape with the 160mm CBR600 rear tyre,

but the Motolug is rock solid. My old Erde’s ramp also popped out a couple of times… the only reason I saved the bike was because I had someone helping me.

The Erde has the advantage of being galvanised, but due to the parts that need to fit into each other, the Motolug can’t be. It’s zinc-plated and powder coated, and after several months of winter use, it’s only the bottom of the ramp that’s marked where I’ve caught it as I build it.

A quick wash after use is a tiny price to pay for the huge convenience the Motolug offers. The only tweak I’ve made is to add some hefty carabineers to the tie-down points – continuous loop straps can pass through the trailer’s holes, but I had one snap where it rubbed on the edge – best to use hook-type straps or add something to protect the fabric.

The trailer tows brilliantly, has superb lighting built in, is incredibly convenient to store, and best of all, it’s a doddle to use.

Thoroughly recommended.

Knox Studio collection £229.99/£99/£39.99 | 01900 825825 www.planet-knox.com Tested by Carli Ann Smith A lot of gear that claims to be suitable for use off the bike needs the armour removing, then never fits quite right without it. However, the new Knox Studio Collection uses a number of ‘separates’ to allow riders to pick and choose which suit their needs. Wearing an armoured shirt from the range negates the need for this Lea Wax Jacket to contain any armour, so it looks – and fits – just like a regular jacket.

Made from a washed wax, the Lea is very supple and doesn’t smell like most wax jackets or leave a greasy feeling on your hands when you’ve touched it. Knox claims it to be 100% waterproof; I’ve used it in drizzle so far and haven’t got wet, and YKK Aquaguard waterresistant zips are fitted.

Two zips also run under the sleeves and down the sides of the jacket, to accommodate the armour and any extra layers. Off the bike, close the zip and the jacket is a size smaller so it can be worn fashionably. Fit can further be customised by pulling in the adjustable waist, while there’s an adjustable cuff closure system and a removable throat guard. Underarm loops let you attach reflective arm bands, and an optional hood costs £29.99.

I would have liked a little more fabric around the hips so that it flared when I was on the bike – the brilliant system that accommodates the underlayers means there’s no facility to expand the fit at the hips. This isn’t a major problem though, as it’s still comfortable and looks good.

The Lea really is a great jacket – trips to the supermarket, work, visiting friends, riding the bike, walking the dog; apart from sleeping, I’ve rarely taken it off…

The armour is taken care of with the £99 Knox Armoured Shirt; this stretchy top contains CE-

approved body armour on the shoulders, and elbows, along with a Level-1 approved back protector. All the armour can easily be removed for washing, and there’s a useful front pocket for smaller items.

While I use my EXO heated vest when it’s really cold, the Knox Thermal Quilted Jacket acts as a brilliant layer to keep you warm. It uses Thermolite Active insulation with hollow-core fibres trapping in air for insulation. Lightweight and thin, it costs just £39.99.

Cleverly, there are no unsightly tags and seams to the quilted top – it looks like a stylish bomber jacket and is great worn casually on its own. The two pockets on the outside don’t have zips, but come in handy for tucking your hands in when the temperature drops if you’ve not got the main jacket on.

The pricing of the individual elements mean that you could get an outer jacket, armoured shirt and quilted jacket liner for around £370.

I tend to think about things as ‘cost-per-wear’, and with this set-up you have even more opportunities to wear the individual items, meaning it’s an efficient way to spend your cash.

I love this approach to motorcycle gear, and really like the idea of the ‘modular’ concept.

Pick and choose which of the under-garments you want – the armoured shirt, the quilted jacket or the sports-style top – and you’re off.

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Sealey Cordless Impact Wrench CP2600 Motad stainless steel down-pipes

Around £240 | www.sealey.co.uk / 01284 757500 | Reviewed by John Milbank

£288 | www.motad.co.uk / 01922 714700 | Reviewed by John Milbank

This is one of those tools I’ve wanted for a long time, but never quite been able to justify. Now of course, I wonder how I ever managed without it.

I got a compressor for Christmas, and figured I’d buy an air-powered impact wrench. However, the volume of air required to drive one is too great for all but the biggest compressors and besides, most of my garage work is done when our little girl’s gone to bed, so I can’t run it at night.

There are cheaper impact wrenches available using NiCd batteries, so is it really worth the extra money for the new-fangled Lithium-Ion pack?

Most definitely, yes! A couple of years ago I upgraded my cordless drill to Li-Ion, and I’d never go back. There are two major advantages – the first is that lithium cells have a very low self-discharge rate, so they’re always ready to be used. The second is that you don’t have to wait until the battery is flat to recharge it – top it up any time, and you won’t damage the cells.

There’s only one pack supplied, but like my drilldriver (which gets used a lot), this isn’t a problem.

The 26V, 3Ah battery and powerful motor/gearbox produce over 335lb-ft (450Nm) of torque, which worked great on the seized rear-wheel nut of my Ducati Monster (the wheel just spun when I tried with a breaker-bar), and the timing inspection cap on the old CBR600.

When I bought my CBR600 it was 13 years old; the exhaust system was useless. Honda had seen fit to use a lovely stainless steel endcan, but plain steel downpipes that rotted away, leaving holes in the collector. A genuine replacement costs £540, and second-hand ones are mostly a waste of time – this style of system was only built in 2000 and 2001, so all I could find on eBay was as rotten as I already had.

A Motad stainless steel exhaust is carefully built by hand in the Midlands.

Having been to the factory, I know the care and passion the team puts into its products, and unlike some cheaper alternatives, the Motad is made of top-quality stainless steel, carefully designed to flow as closely as possible to the

It’s important that Li-Ion cells don’t drop below a minimum Voltage, so the Sealey stops if the power gets too low (lithium cells deliver very linear power before dropping suddenly, whereas NiCd and NiMh have a more gradual discharge).

In use, this can simply mean bursts of several seconds of continuous work before the current drawn gets too much for the remaining Voltage.

If it stops, pull the trigger, and it’ll spin up again.

It’s only something you’ll notice on the most stubborn of nuts, and is far better than the way other batteries will gradually slow down, leaving you with nothing. This way, you have plenty of notice that a top-up’s needed, but a tool that still works at its full potential.

The CP2600 will run in forward or reverse, though it would generally be unwise to tighten bolts with this – the trigger is very much all or nothing, so it’d be easy to over-torque a fixing.

A full charge takes two hours, but I just top it up between jobs. No waiting for a compressor to fill, no trailing power leads, and a battery that doesn’t flatten itself. The list price is £478.80, but you’ll have no problems finding it for half that, and combined with Sealey’s superb after-sales service, it’s an investment well worth making.

original by including tricky-to-install baffles inside the collectors, and balance pipes on the down-tubes.

While the system is very close to the original, fitting isn’t quite as simple – you need to fit all the bolts loosely, tightening at the finish to settle everything into place. I had a small problem with mine, but this was sorted very quickly; not because I work for MCM, but because the staff care so much about the product… something proven by many other happy customers.

The design has since been tweaked slightly in the company’s ever-evolving product development.

For a replacement part to be cheaper than the original is great, for it to also promise to last a lifetime is brilliant. If you own a bike with rusting pipes like mine, there’s only one real solution – a Motad stainless steel exhaust.

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Gerbing Heated Jacket Liner & XR-12 Hybrid Heated Gloves £169.99 & £159.99 www.gerbing.co.uk / 01892 457373 | Reviewed by MCM reader; Tyler Bacon I used to ride in all weathers – no matter how cold – with only very basic kit such as a wax jacket and over-trousers, but as I’ve got older I’ve become a bit of a fair-weather rider! With some cracking mornings this year, I started looking at heated kit to extend my biking season, choosing the Gerbing gear after a mate’s recommendation.

Fitting the wiring harness is a simple job, with the socket poking out just under the seat of my Kawasaki ZX-9R. I’ve also got the Gerbing 12V Dual Temperature Controller (£59.99), which makes it easy to separately control the power delivered to both the jacket and the gloves.

My first ride was a Sunday morning around one of my favourite routes. It was 4°C, but the wind felt much colder. I wore just the jacket and my usual textiles for the 60 mile trip… after plugging the jacket in and turning it up to seven, the heat was almost instant; mainly focussed around the midto upper-back, chest and outside of the arms.

Within 20 miles in my ballistic sauna, I reached down and fiddled about to turn the heated liner off. The Weiss kit is extremely good quality, but I soon began to feel the cold getting in through my neck and travelling down my back. With the heated liner turned back on, the warm air rises up to counteract it.

Having been asked to go to South London for work (I live in Peterborough), and given my loathing for traffic jams, it seemed logical to take the bike. With a 105 mile journey – mostly on motorways – and an ambient temperature of –3°C, this had the potential to turn into a nightmare. My only hope was that the heated kit would do its job.

At five in the morning with all the wires and various steps to go through to prepare, setting off took some time, but this was down to lack of practice – the more you use the kit the quicker you get ready – though I’d have liked the wires from the jacket to the gloves to be a little easier to

connect. With the jacket set to eight and the gloves – used for the first time – at five, the only thing I could think of was whether my face would freeze... it was bitterly cold.

After about 50 miles, anything over 70mph meant the wind-chill was trying to make itself felt, but mainly on my knees and feet. The jacket liner kept my body warm enough, and while at first the gloves didn’t seem as hot as I had expected, my hands were never cold and stayed at a constant comfortable temperature. I think a lot of this has to do with the superb quality of construction – they are totally windproof. The other advantage is that you don’t need to grip quite so tightly to feel the benefits, as you do with heated grips.

With the evening sun setting it was spectacular riding over the Thames on the way home, and lively through Camden Market. The temperature was around 5°C, and at one point I had to pull over and turn the heat down a bit. Once I got onto the open road again, the temperature really plummeted so I put the jacket and gloves both back up to eight for a cosy ride home.

There’s no substitute for good outer clothing and a decent seal around the neck and wrists to help keep warm, but I don’t think I would have been in a very good state had I not worn the Gerbing kit when commuting. The gloves are great for long cold rides, and the extra time taken to plug them in is worth it.

On shorter journeys, I don’t bother as they’re so well insulated as it is (they do have the facility to be powered by optional batteries in the cuffs). I also found that the cabling meant I wouldn’t be able to get the cuffs of the gloves under my Weiss jacket, though I don’t usually wear them like this anyway. There’s a visor wipe built into the thumb, which is a superb feature at this time of year.

The jacket liner is very quick to put on under your normal jacket, and plugs in instantly, so it’s very useable even on short commutes.

My only small criticism was that the cables to power the gloves are quite bulky running down the arms, and would occasionally press onto my elbow. Vests are also available, but having the arms heated is a real treat and I would definitely recommend it.

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We want to hear from you! We’d love to read your tips, stories and opinions, so why not get in touch and tell us what’s on your mind Email us at: editorial@motorcyclemonthly.co.uk Send your post to: Your letters, MotorCycle Monthly, Mortons Media Group, Horncastle, Lincs LN9 6JR Please ensure you include a telephone number if you’re contacting us by post – it helps if we need to get back in touch with you.

Thanks for the best-ever issue of MotorCycle Monthly I JUST had to write to tell the editorial team ‘thank you’ for (in my opinion) the best ever issue of MotorCycle Monthly.

The March edition was superb in so many ways; I know it’s my personal opinion, but it ticked all the boxes for me; the mix of road tests was so varied; I really liked the look of the Mash; The new KTM 1050 is an awesome looking bike, but why do they restrict it to people with long legs? An 850mm seat height is too tall for a short a**e like myself!

The best part of this issue was without a doubt the Phil Andrews’ tale of adventure – The Five Nations Tour. Bravo! Encore! Much more of the same please. Thank you once again.

★ MCM STAR LETTER OF THE MONTH ★

Ken Vernon, via email

Thank you Ken. Carli and I welcome any feedback, but will quietly admit to particularly enjoying the positives like this. John

Carli should be an example to every motorcyclist IT’S been great to follow Carli’s experiences of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, both in the paper and on MoreBikes.co.uk. Her article’s final comments referred to becoming an observer, and I really hope she does.

Observers are the ultimate representatives of the advanced organisations, both IAM and RoSPA. If all the observers are – as they tend to be – men (often on the later side of middle age), any prospective new members tend to have their preconceived ideas of advanced riding confirmed.

It would benefit the IAM tremendously if Carli, and others who are the antithesis of the stereotypical image, take up the opportunity to go on to become observers. Advanced riding desperately needs young blood in order to attract other young blood. It also needs a much greater proportion of females. Women riders are not represented proportionally as observers, or to my knowledge even as members.

As a road safety professional, if I were to make a comparison of male/female test standards, I would say the average female is noticeably better than the average male candidate.

So if low representation of female advanced

Get straight to the point

WHY are people stating that bikes have several months tax left on them when this stopped in October?

Ray Henwood, via email

It’s not often that a reply is longer than the letter, but you’re a man of few words Ray! You’re absolutely right, of course, road tax (or road fund licence as the pedants will

riders is not down to lack of ability, it could be that they are more put off by the ‘image’ than men are.

Becoming an observer isn’t just about helping others. When explaining various facets of the system, what was originally learned and practised for the ‘test’ then becomes second nature for the observer, and is carried out naturally every time without thinking. So, becoming an observer is actually beneficial to oneself as well as those being observed.

I continually tell riders and drivers alike that passing the DSA licence test isn’t where the learning ends, more like where it really gets going and starts to be fun. There are so many people out there waiting to pass on skills and knowledge – you can learn a lot or just a little.

Andrew Trevithick

For those who don’t know, Andy is Lincolnshire Police’s BikeSafe coordinator, IAM and RoSPA advanced motoring examiner and a DSA-authorised instructor of instructors for motorcycle post-test training. He is also the creator and presenter of the successful Performance Plus course held at Cadwell Park – a subsidised course laid on by Lincolnshire Road Safety Partnership (www.roadlincs.com/motorcyclists)

shout) can no longer be transferred with the vehicle.

Unfortunately, many sellers are still not aware of this, and it’s not unusual to see bikes – and cars – with several months’ tax advertised. It’ll probably stop being an issue as the last of the tax discs expire, but until then, use it to your advantage – point out to the seller that the disc cannot be sold with the bike, and get them to drop the price – they’ll receive a refund anyway.

Jaguar/Land Rover’s new safety tech YOU asked us to make comment on the article in the March issue regarding new safety technology that alerts drivers to bikes and pedestrians… It merely proves what I have thought for years; the driving test has been made more difficult to pass yet has made worse drivers.

I passed my bike test in 1978, and my car in 1981; I’ve noticed a shocking drop in driving standards over the past few years. Drivers are now relying more and more on technology to help them drive, but what happens when it goes wrong?

A friend of mine has a BMW car with front and rear parking sensors. His mechanic forgot to plug the front ones back in after working on it, and he crashed while parking because they didn’t bleat! We’re getting more rubbish fitted to vehicles that can go wrong and we’re relying on it too much.

potential failure, though unlike parking sensors, at least your bike should warn you if the ABS failed. I appreciate the additional safety these can give, but my own bike doesn’t have any of it, so I don’t feel I rely on it. John

Pete Crawford, via email

ANYTHING that helps keep bikers safe is always a good thing, but I feel this is a step back.

Relying on tech to assist dozy drivers will only cement that doziness. We know, in the majority, that riding a bike heightens your road sense and requires no more than a cool head, wide eyes and quick reactions; not technology.

Maybe if the driving perception test taken these days involved situations with only bikes, then possibly new drivers would keep bikes in the forefront of their minds, and not as an inconvenient afterthought as it still appears to be with so many.

We need a change of attitude in drivers, and not bells and whistles.

I agree – this tech makes me nervous in that it might not ‘see’ something one time in 100, but that’s one too many if the driver has given up using their own perception completely. Personally, I’m a fan of technology such as ABS and traction control (and I admit to liking the parking sensors on our family car). I understand your worries about

This comes back to the statement that more bikes on the road would make them safer – if every driver had at least one member of their family that rode a motorcycle, they’d be far more likely to keep an eye out for us. Our best defence… get out there and ride!

Tony White, Liverpool

Get close to the racing

I REALLY enjoy the paper and subscribe to it.

I went to the Southern 100 this year and took the attached photograph of Michael Dunlop on the BMW S1000RR exiting the ‘Bomb Hole’.

Hope you like it, it shows you just how close to the Manx architecture he gets.

Edward (Ted) Foreman, Stafford Great shot Ted! Have a pair of RST gloves in return for your camera skills. With the huge publicity that (justifiably) surrounds MotoGP, WSBK, BSB and, of course, the IoM TT, it can be far too easy to miss out on the incredible racing events such as the Southern 100. I’ll be at the Ulster GP this year, and can’t wait to get witness the incredible riding. John

This month’s star letter wins a fantastic pair of RST Blade gloves worth £59.99. With a double-layer leather palm, carbon knuckles and pre-curved outstitched fingers it’s a great do-it-all sports glove. www.rst-moto.com

The best bike I never owned

I COULDN’T believe it… a brand new Francis Barnett. I bet there was a smile on every old biker’s face when they heard. Good luck to Francis Barnett, even if FB was one of the biggest disappointments in my life.

I was days away from my 16th birthday in 1955 when dad excitedly announced that he’d got 24 points on the Treble Chance – worth a share of £75,000. Although dad’s entry was only a ‘Farthing’ a line (a quarter of a penny), he would still be in for a good sum. I’d never seen him so happy, and he made me even happier by taking me to Bob Sergeant Motorcycles in Liverpool to buy my first bike.

I wanted a 500; any make would do, but it had to be a 500 (you could in those days), but the ex-TT rider salesman convinced dad that a 197cc Villiers-engined Francis Barnett was the best bike to start with. I tried it for size, it looked gorgeous and I was over the moon. I couldn’t thank dad enough. We left Bob Sergeants after telling the salesman we’d be back, with the cash, next Saturday.

The Football Pools announced its cash dividends in the Liverpool Echo every Tuesday and when the paper was delivered our excitement turned to disappointment in seconds. Dad had won £5. Just five pounds.

There were thousands of winners that week with 24 points. I cried and cried, and never got a brand-new bike until 52 years later when I bought a Ducati Monster.

Well, my best wishes to Francis Barnett, I hope it does very well. Bob Sergeant Motorcycles was demolished years ago to make way for an underground railway station…

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24 FIRST RIDE

ABS is standard on the Vulcan S.

2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S £6099 (£5949 until April 1, 2015) | 61bhp @ 7500rpm 46.5lb-ft @ 6600rpm | 649cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin Tested by: Carli Ann Smith Photography: Double Red AFTER conducting some serious market research, Japanese powerhouse Kawasaki has launched the new Vulcan S, with a focus on ergonomics, style and increased rider confidence.

It might be listed under the ‘cruiser’ section of the Kawasaki website and carry the Vulcan name – normally associated with large capacity V-twins – but the Vulcan S is so much more…

Tell me about the engine

Packed into the steel frame is a retuned version of the Versys 650 and ER6 649cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke.

Specifically tuned to suit new riders, the lower-end rpm performance has been enhanced by tuning the camshaft profiles and intake funnels.

On the launch, I deliberately approached junctions and roundabouts in too high a gear to see just how ‘friendly’ it is, attempting each time to make it stall. It didn’t, even in fourth gear going round a small roundabout; it just chugged round and recovered as soon as I opened the throttle.

It’s smooth to start from a standstill and the clutch is nice and light; there’s ample power when you pull open the throttle too – enough even to put a grin

The Vulcan S is available in purple, black or white.

on the faces of more experienced riders. In comparison to the Versys and the ER6, torque is down by 0.5lb-ft, however, it comes in 400rpm earlier in the revs. Power comes in 1000rpm earlier than its sibling bikes, with 8bhp less than the Versys and 11bhp less than the ER6.

Kawasaki claims that fuel efficiency has been improved by 5% over the previous ER6/Versys engine – I got 56mpg while on test, but the route took in motorway roads, plenty of starting and stopping, and a variety of road conditions, so this could easily be improved.

What’s the chassis like?

The Vulcan S has an all-new perimeter, high-tensile steel frame – a chassis that’s purposefully been kept slim so that you can get your feet down and weave through traffic with ease. A new exhaust system has been developed too, with an under-engine muffler to help retain this slim shape, and a dualwall exhaust design for style.

The UK will be getting the version fitted with the Bosch 9.1M ABS unit.

Braking is provided by a single 300mm diameter disc up front, gripped by a dual-piston caliper and a single 250mm

diameter disc on the rear with a singlepiston caliper. They’re progressive and confidence inspiring instead of snappy – again, a purposeful decision by Kawasaki to not shock new riders.

The telescopic fork on the front and the offset laydown single-shock linkage – equipped with seven-way adjustable preload – on the rear offers great suspension and easily dealt with the differing road conditions on the launch. New five-spoke cast wheels have been developed for the Vulcan S – there’s an 18in on the front and a 17in on the rear.

Kawasaki decided to make the Vulcan S chain driven rather than shaft or belt driven to limit the amount of ‘mechanical loss’ in the drivetrain – making the most of the 649cc engine – plus it’s lighter, helping to keep the kerb weight nice and low at 225kg.

At 5ft 6in, I could easily reach the feetforward controls and the floor, thanks to the 705mm seat height. One of the key points of this machine is the customisation available – the brake and clutch levers have five different settings and the footpegs can be adjusted into three different positions – either keep them standard or move them forwards or backwards by 25mm.

And that’s not where the personalisation stops – Kawasaki is calling it ‘ERGOFIT’. There are three choices of setup: reduced reach, midreach – which is the standard machine as bought in a dealership – and extended reach to suit short, medium and tall riders respectively. Those needing reduced or extended reach have the option to change the handlebars and the seat from the accessory range, which change the dimensions of the bike. Exact prices haven’t been announced yet but it’s expected to be around £230.

Should I buy one?

Whether you’re a new rider, aren’t terribly tall or are looking for a machine to build your confidence – then the Vulcan S may be the right choice for you. It’s got a friendly but gutsy engine, a nice low seat height and there are plenty of opportunities to make the bike your own.

“We want to make riders’ entry into the two-wheeled market as comfortable and as fun as we can. We want them to want to be motorcyclists for the rest of their lives,” said Martin Lambert, Kawasaki’s European press officer.

Kawasaki was keen to point out that it doesn’t see the Vulcan S as ‘just a cruiser’ – it’s put its own spin on it and taken a fresh look at a cool custom cruiser. The bike is deliberately not covered in chrome, although an extensive list of accessories including chrome covers means you can change the bike to suit you both functionally and to match your style.

Accessories include a 12v socket, gear indicator, luggage rack striping kit, medium and large quick release windshield, GPS fitting kit, passenger back rest and leather panniers. Colours available are metallic royal purple, flat ebony and pearl crystal white.

Those with an A2 licence can get a piece of the Vulcan S pie too, as an A2 compliant version is available. Once you get your full licence, simply take it to your local dealer and have the restrictor kit removed.

It will be available in Kawasaki dealers from the end of February at a special price of £5949 – instead of the normal retail price of £6099 – until April 1, 2015.

So what’s it like to ride?

Sitting on the plush leather seat I felt like Cinderella – here was a bike that

Simple clocks are result of extensive end user research by Kawasaki.

fits me! I don’t consider myself a short person, but often on larger capacity machines I find I have to shimmy around to reach things, and putting my feet flat on the ground can often be a challenge. It looks like a bulky machine, and it is substantial, but I was really surprised at the light weight.

The dash looks simple but it’s well stocked with a digital speedo, clock, odometer, dual trip meter, fuel range, current fuel consumption, eco riding indicator and fuel gauge – the latter two, according Kawasaki’s research, have been found to be appreciated by new riders, especially those coming from a car background.

Once you’re off, the traditional-style mirrors give plenty of vision behind, and thanks to the stripped-back dash there’s a panoramic view of the road ahead, with the fat handlebars offering the perfect frame.

The engine purrs underneath you and is more than happy to play nicely around the city streets. The slim chassis allows you to filter with confidence and the immediate acceleration powers you into (and out of) any gaps. Find yourself an open road and some twisty bends, and the engine comes alive… before you know it, you’re performing roaring overtakes and having a hell of a lot of fun. It’s easy to manage, and won’t shock even the newest of riders as the power builds progressively.

Often with ‘cruiser-style’ machines there is the chance – and often not the choice – of ‘grounding out’, whether it be the footpegs or the exhaust that scrapes along the floor. But this wasn’t a problem on the Vulcan S as it has a respectable ground clearance of 130mm. Cornering requires very little effort on the bars, and working my way around the sweeping Spanish bends I found myself hankering after more.

So, it looks the business, has a friendly but grunty engine, and you can customise the fit to suit you – and all this for just over £6000. Nice work Kawasaki…

TECH SPEC Price: £6099 (£5949 until April 1, 2015) Engine: 649cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke, parallel-twin Power: 61bhp (45kW) @ 7500rpm Torque: 46.5lb-ft (63Nm) @ 6600rpm Kerb Weight: 228kg (ABS) Seat height: 705mm Tank size: 14 litres www.kawasaki.co.uk

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Peugeot Django 125

From £2499 | 10.1bhp | Single cylinder, air-cooled four-stroke | 124.6cc.

Tested by: Carli Ann Smith Photography: Mykel Nicolaou Dash is clean, simple and easy to read.

The Django has discs front and rear.

Not all full-face lids will fit, so check yours if it matters.

Pillion pegs fold away when not needed.

CrEATED IN the early 1950s, the Peugeot S55 was a comfortable and well-equipped two-seater scooter, which over time evolved into the S57.

It is from these two models that the new Peugeot Django range has been created. Nostalgic retro looks combine with modern technology, such as a 12v socket and Synchro Braking Control (SBC) on the Evasion, Sport and Allure models. As Vespa and Lambretta have proved, there’s a big market for retro scooters – and Peugeot wants a piece of the pie…

Tell me about the engine

All four versions of the scooter feature the same single cylinder, four-stroke, air-cooled 124.6cc engine. Whizzing around Oxford in the rain, the power delivery was smooth and progressive, and when rolling back the throttle, it’s quick off the mark and slipped easily through traffic. Top speed was around 60mph, but with a few more miles on the clock, it’s possible you’d get extra mph from the loosened engine.

We test rode the 125cc models, which are available in dealers now, and suitable for A1 licence holders. The UK distributor – Three Cross Motorcycles – is also planning to bring in the 50cc two-stroke version – which is AM

Who was Django?

The new range of scooters is named after Jean ‘Django’ Reinhardt – a Belgian-born guitarist and composer of French nationality (January 1910-May 1953). Often regarded as one of the best guitar players of all time, he was credited with creating a new style of jazz guitar technique. His third and fourth fingers on his left hand were paralysed when he suffered burns in a fire, yet he continued to play using only the index and middle fingers of his left hand on his solos…

compliant – and the 150cc four-stroke for A2 holders, which should be in dealers now.

What’s the chassis like?

All the models in the range feature 200mm disc brakes on the front and rear The Evasion, Sport and Allure also have Peugeot’s synchro braking control (SBC) to link the front and rear brakes for controlled and balanced stopping power. This also helps to eliminate front end ‘dive’, even under hard braking. Peugeot’s claim is that SBC is ‘a lighter and less expensive alternative to ABS that offers similar advantages in everyday use.’ A plush ride is provided by the suspension in the form of hydraulic forks on the front and a single hydraulic shock on the rear.

Should I buy one?

If you’re after a cool-looking, retrostyled machine that’s packed with modern tech, then the Django is a good choice. Peugeot has kept its pricing as low as it can by partnering with SYM for the internals of the machine, and manufacturing the scooters in China.

These parts aren’t used by any other brands, as they’re bespoke to Peugeot.

Development and production tests are carried out in France, and I was

impressed with the level of finish, which you would usually expect on much more expensive models.

The entry level Heritage is priced at £2499, and has a monotone paint scheme in white, black, blue and green, with white wheels, silvered mirrors and chrome detailing. Unlike the rest of the range, it doesn’t have SBC or the LED lighting strip around the Peugeot logo.

The Evasion costs £2799, and has a two-tone paint scheme, a screen and fold-down carrier, SBC braking as standard, piped and ribbed seat and brushed aluminium finished mirrors.

The Sport costs £2799 and comes with SBC in two colours – blue and silver. The wheels are silver, and you can choose whichever numbers you like to add to the white circles. The rear seat cover can easily be swapped to make it a dual-seat scooter.

The top-of-the-range Allure retails for £2999, has SBC and two-tone pearlescent paint, silver rims and white-wall tyres. It also includes a screen and chromed rear rack. There’s a colour-matched top-box as standard, and colour options include: blue/black, brown/black, white/silver two-tone silver.

None of the models says which one it is – instead just displaying the Django name. The concept is very much that each machine is modular – parts and accessories can be added, and colour schemes chosen to personalise the scooter.

So, what’s it like to ride?

The 770mm seat is a comfortable height, making it easy to get your feet down – even for me at 5ft 6in. There’s plenty of legroom for a 125, and the little recesses in the leg shield will come in handy for riders with longer legs or bigger feet.

Fire it up by turning the key in the ignition and pressing the electric start, or if you’re a traditionalist, use the kickstart. The ignition barrel engages the steering lock, turns on the

machine and also pops the seat, under which there’s storage for an open-face helmet and some smaller full-face lids – mine didn’t fit, so if it’s a big deciding factor for you then try it out at your local dealer. There’s more storage space in the leg shield, with two compartments for smaller items on either side that are opened by a keyhole in the centre.

One is just storage, whereas the other contains a 12v socket and a holder for your phone.

The dash is well stocked with information, giving you all the essentials and more. It’s clearly laid out and tells you your fuel level, the time, temperature, battery level, ice warning, odometer and, of course, your speed.

The Django is quick off the mark, and the 124.6cc engine will get you up to

60mph on more open roads. The punchy engine allows you to filter through traffic easily, and make the most of the narrow shape of the bodywork. The disc brakes on the front and rear are strong, and having ridden the Evasion and the Sport model, I can say that the SBC is confidenceinspiring. The test ride was wet, so it was a good chance to try out the brakes and I was impressed with their power but also the stability that was offered by the linked system.

The switchgear is nicely spaced out, though I found the indicator switch quite a stretch for my little hands. Still, it’s something you’d get used to and I’m being very pernickety.

The Django is a well-specified, greatlooking machine, and well worth a test ride at your local dealer…

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Welcome to the show It’s April, so Stafford is here again! And what a show it promises to be. Now in its 35th year, the incredible event has gone from strength to strength, and continues to do so. For 2015, we welcome not one but two guests of honour, in the form of Tony and Nick Jefferies.

As many of you will be aware, the duo come from one of Britain’s most famous (and proud Yorkshire) motorcycling families, with their father Allan a giant of the sport from the 1930s onwards, while Tony’s late son David will of course go down as one of the first TT heroes of the early 21st century.

Allan excelled largely in the world of trials (though he was also a road racer of enough repute to be a works Triumph man) while Tony was to follow dad’s wheeltracks into the Triumph works squad. Nick was at first a trials man, before switching to racing, taking on and beating some of the biggest names on the scene in the 1980s and 90s. Talented riders both, to whom a heartfelt welcome is extended.

Elsewhere, what is to be expected at Stafford? Plenty, that’s what. Rarely is such a broad spectrum of motorcycling assembled in one place at one time as it is at Stafford over this particular weekend. At least 11 decades of motorcycling progress will be represented, which is a staggering array of machinery to bring together.

Right from the most primitive forms of motorcycling through to sophisticated racing missiles, they’ll all be on parade. It gives you the opportunity to compare a 175cc 1920s Raleigh to a 1999 Yamaha R1, and to contemplate the question of what these two machines have in common; what unites them?

Well, obviously they have a wheel at each end, an engine, a set of front forks… but perhaps the glue that joins them most firmly together is that the owner of each is enthusiastic and passionate enough to bring their machine along to the show, and to share their motorcycle with the public; to provide enjoyment to others in the name of motorcycling.

That’s something to remember as you peruse the show halls. Okay, so perhaps not every motorcycle shown in the many halls is to our individual tastes, but without the owners bringing their machines along, we’d not be able to form our own tastes in the first place, so each and every exhibitor must be applauded and thanked for their efforts.

Private entries, club stands, traders – everyone who comes to Stafford – they all contribute to what is one of the finest classic motorcycling events on earth. Wallow in the diversity, celebrate the two and three-wheeled differences, and enjoy your day out.

James Robinson Editor, The Classic Motorcycle

Sponsor’s message Welcome once more to the Stafford County Showground for the 35th Carole Nash International Classic Motorcycle Show.

It is our pleasure to be back again as title sponsor of the biggest classics show the UK has to offer. This year's show is set to be a fantastic one; the organising team really has pulled out all the stops with a superb array of club displays and private entries to sit alongside the autojumble and trade stands.

We will be in very good company with racing

legends Nick and Tony Jefferies in attendance as the show's special guests of honour. Nick is the only rider to have won the Manx Grand Prix, Formula 1 TT, the International Manx TwoDay Trial and a gold medal in the International Six-Day Enduro, while Tony is a three-time TT winner and former Triumph factory rider. We are very much looking forward to seeing the duo interviewed on stage by guest compere Steve Plater and listen to the full story of their extraordinary careers – and to then catch a

glimpse of their most famous race machines at the Classic Racer GP Paddock.

Be sure to also stop by the Carole Nash stand M26 to enter our fabulous free prize draw for a chance to win £250 off your insurance policy.** Our team will also be on hand to tell you all about two of our most exciting policies.

Rider Cover is a first-of-its-kind policy that allows you to ride anyone's bikes and be covered for accidental damage free of charge!* Bikers Only Car Insurance means we will beat

your car renewal premium if you own both a bike and a car license.

Make sure to speak to a member of our friendly team to find out more about either of these products and how they could benefit you.

We will leave you to enjoy the show!

Best wishes, Rebecca Donohue Head of Marketing Carole Nash Insurance

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THE BIGGEST STAFFORD SHOW LINE-UP EVER

Stafford’s twin annual events are the flagships of the classic motorcycle calendar.

And for this year’sApril weekend,organisers are promising lots of extras,all with that special X factor...

Words: Jack Harrison THERE’S a certain well-established formula for creating a great classic motorcycle event. It’s not a big secret; mix beautifully restored or maintained machines with some interesting original examples, bring in a racing star or leading industry figure, and entice a variety of traders, offering everything from new riding kit to rare spares.

Tick these boxes and you’re well on the way to a winning weekend. There’s something missing from that list though, and it’s what you might describe as the ‘X factor’…

No, that doesn’t mean inviting the lads from One Direction along (we’re not sure they’d make it out alive to be honest) – it’s about finding something just that little bit different to interest and excite visitors on top of the elements they expect to see after parting with their hardearned cash.

The annual April and October shows at Stafford, set for their 35th and 22st runnings respectively this year, are prime examples.

Auction house Bonhams has long attended each, hosting its spring and autumn sales, which attract some incredible machines and some notable bidders (Sebastian Vettel snuck in to October’s, if you didn’t hear!).

Restoration Theatre session times Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26 10am 11.30am 1.30pm 2.30pm 3.30pm*

*Final session only on Saturday

All sessions to be held in the main hall.

See information desk for exact location.

“Developing and introducing new elements to a tried and tested show format is a difficult process, but we’ve communicated with our visitors both at events and through our various channels and we believe we’ve found something both enjoyable and useful.

“Given the nature of the show, the theatre will be based around bikes of slightly older vintage, but the topics being discussed and the methods and techniques showcased will be of interest to anyone with a passion for mechanics and engineering.

“The publishing group behind Motor Cycle Monthly recently told us a survey had revealed nearly 85% of its readers attempt at least some do-it-yourself mechanical work, with a whopping 40% saying they’d prefer to approach most jobs themselves.

“There are a lot of motorcycle enthusiasts out there who are spending hours upon hours in their shed or garage… if that’s you, this Restoration Theatre is where you need to be.”

CAVALCADE AND LIVE MUSIC

Henry Cole (left) and Restoration Theatre host Pete Thorne (right) filming for ITV’s The Motorbike Show.

Organiser Classic Bike Shows has also introduced a variety of exhibitions over its years of delivering the show, from the roar of famous race machines in the Classic Racer GP Paddock through to trials demonstrations in the Classic Dirt Bike Experience. It’s these added extras that really make the difference.

So, the ingredients are all there and, when put together, they come out to produce two of the biggest (if not the two biggest) classic bike events the world has to offer. So, how on earth do you go about making them even better?

RESTORATION, RESTORATION, RESTORATION

On the weekend of April 25-26, at Staffordshire County Showground, the Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show will see a trio of new attractions aimed at providing even more value for its bargain advance discount £10 entry fee, the highlight of which is a Restoration Theatre.

Hosted by Pete Thorne, a regular on ITV’s The Motorbike Show with Henry Cole, showgoers will be treated to nine sessions of essential, practical and down-to-earth restoration advice, with accompanying demonstrations.

Four different topics will be covered: putting cylinders on a twin, dry gear assembly and disassembly, electrical fault finding, and the dos and don’ts of restoration. The information will be pitched so it’s accessible to every level of restorer, with the presentations retaining a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Pete will also be on hand following each presentation to answer questions.

Classic Bike Shows exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: “We’re all really excited about our new Restoration Theatre, and we know we’ve got the right man in Pete Thorne, who’ll bring plenty of enthusiasm and passion to proceedings, along with a wealth of technical knowledge.

Alongside the Restoration Theatre, the upcoming April weekend will see the introduction of Cavalcade sessions in the main ring of Staffordshire County Showground with several wonderful examples of classic British and European machinery set to be paraded for spectators.

The venue’s bandstand will also be utilised for the first time with an eclectic mix of live ragtime country blues and western swing music from Itchy Fingers.

Any owners interested in parading their classic in the Cavalcade sessions can email the Classic Bike Shows office on exhibitions@mortons.co.uk or give the team a call on 01507 529430.

Discount advance tickets for the

Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show

are on sale now from classicbikeshows.com or by calling 01507 529529

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34 SHOW GUIDE Stafford 2015 EXHIBITORS ARGYLE

TRADE ALAN CATHCART ALL-STAR CLASSIC SPEEDWAY AND VINTAGE MOTORCYCLES AYRSHIRE CONFECTIONERS BONHAMS 1793 LTD C K W DISTRIBUTION LTD JAMES CARGO SERVICES JEANS & JACKETS V J M C (SOUTH STAFFS SECT) VENHILL ENGINEERING LTD VINTAGE REPLICA

A6 A11 A13 A4 A8 A5 A1 A12 A10 A17

AUTOJUMBLE 4 STROKE PERFORMANCE AJ632 ALUMINIUM WELDINGe AJ601/602 BAJMAN AJ625/626/627/628 CAMPION QUIRKE AJ635 CLASSIC MOTORING ENAMELS AJ610/611/612 CLASSIC STAINLESS AJ619/620/621/622 DAVID ANDERTON AJ637/643 F & F MOTORONDERDELEN AJ603/604/605/606 FRANK POWER AJ640 ITALIAN VINTAGE COMPANY AJ631 JOHN MILLER AJ609 JOHN O REGAN AJ634 JOHN QUIRKE AJ636 MORTIMERS OF CANTERBURY AJ644 PETER COLLINS CLASSIC MOTORCYCLES AJ616/617/618 ROY YOUNG AJ623/624 S & T ELECTRO PLATE AJ607/608 SUNRISE GRAPHICS & FAB FASTENINGS AJ613/614/615 CLUBS BEAR TOWN BIKERS BENELLI MOTOBI CLUB GB HISTORIC HONDA COLLECTION NATIONAL AUTOCYCLE & CYCLEMOTOR CLUB STAFFORD BRANCH SUNBEAM OWNERS CLUB SUNBEAM OWNERS FELLOWSHIP (STAFF) TRIUMPH TERRIER & TIGER CUB CLUB WYCHE CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE CLUBe

A7 A2 A19 A18 A22 A21 A15 A20

BALCONY

TRADE MOTAD LTD R H SPECIALIST INSURANCE AUTOJUMBLE CLASSIC GASKETS H BUTTERFIELD

B102 B103 AJ553/554 AJ564

I M D PISTON COMPANY MORGO SHOX KFT

AJ561/562 AJ570/571 AJ565/566

CLUBS ACORNS MCC ARIEL LEADER & ARROW CLUB BRIDPORT CLASSIC BIKE CLUB CBX RIDERS CLUB (UK) (STAFFORD) CHRISTIAN MOTORCYCLE ASSOCIATION CLASSIC 50 RACING CLUB CLASSIC RACING MOTORCYCLE CLUB LTD COSSACK OWNERS CLUB GAWSWORTH JESTERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB GREEDY PIGS MOTORCYCLE CLUB HEDNESFORD MOTORCYCLE CLUB HESKETH OWNERS CLUB HISTORIC POLICE MOTORCYCLE GROUP INDIAN MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF GBy ITALIAN MOTORCYCLE OWNERS CLUB GB JAWA-CZ OWNERS CLUB (STAFF) KETTLES N KWAKS STAFFORD MAICO OWNERS CLUB MC PISTON CLUB MOTO MORINI RIDERS CLUB RALEIGH MOTORCYCLE CLUB ROLLS ROYCE VINTAGE & CLASSIC MCC SCOTT OWNERS CLUB LTD SOUTH WALES SUNBEAM MCC TAMWORTH & DIST. CLASSIC MCC TRIDENT & ROCKET 3 OWNERS CLUB TRITON OWNERS CLUB UNWANTED MOTORCYCLE CLUB

B112 B129 B126 B118 B110 B127 B120 B125 B106 B124 B130 B122 B116 B107 B119 B128 B131 B115 AJ555/556 B108 B104 B114 B111 B123 B132 B117 B121 B109

GP PITS

FRED WALMSLEY DEVELOPMENTS 566/567 GEORGE COHEN 561 JOE JOHNSON 557/558/556 KENNETH PERCH 568 LLOYD DICKINSON 515 MIKE MORRIS 564 NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM (SERVICES) LTD MQ1 NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE ROAD RACES 565 REAL RACE BIKES UK 560/559 SOLO MOTORCYCLES PRODUCTS 552 STEVE LEDSHAM 563 STRAIGHTLINERS LTD 562

MAIN HALL

TRADE A M PHILPOT AIRVEST.CO.UK ALLENS PERFORMANCE LTD

M9 M55 M16

AMAL CARBURETTER COMPANY M27 AYRSHIRE CONFECTIONERS M14 B B ENGINEERING SERVICES M38 BEUGLER PAINT PINSTRIPING TOOLS M47 BIKE SPECIALISTS {THE} M63 BIKE SPEED UK M71 BTH COMPONENTS LTD M18 C J AUTOS M4 CAFE RACER KITS M71a CAROLE NASH INSURANCE CONSULTANTS LTD M68 CENTRAL WHEEL COMPONENTS LTD M81 CHROME RESTORATION SERVICES M76 CLASSIC COATINGS LTD M24 DAVID SILVER SPARES M40 DAVIDA UK LTD M49 EAW M34 ELECTREX WORLD LTD M5 FASTLINE SUPERBIKE CENTRE LTD M28 FOOTMAN JAMES M85 GEORGE PREW B S A SPARES M3 HAGON PRODUCTS LTD M67 HEARING RESOLUTIONS M15 HOLDEN VINTAGE & CLASSIC LTD M10/M11 JAK RACE REPLICAS M54 JEPSON & CO LTD M31 JOHN LUSK M13 MADE IN METAL MOTORCYCLES M70 MAGAZINE MAN {THE} M35 MICK HUGHES M52 MORTONS SHOWS M90 MOTOLEGENDS M48 MYFORD-STUFF M1/M2 NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM (SERVICES) LTD M43/M45 NORTON MOTORCYCLES (UK) LTD M51 NORVIL MOTORCYCLES CO M13a NUMBER PLATE CENTRE M6 P & P SEATING LTD M32 PAUL DEXTER M41 PETER JAMES LTD M59 POLISHING SHOP {THE} M17 RENAPUR LTD M23 SCOTT LEATHERS M26 S R M ENGINEERING LTD M84 SPEEDWEAR LTD M83 STRATSTONE HARLEY DAVIDSON M21 SUZUKI PERFORMANCE M57 TRACY TOOLS M37 UNI THREAD LTD M33 VMCC LTD M56 WILL CORRY / DENNIS BUNNING M8 AUTOJUMBLE AARON WALKINSHAW ACE CLASSICS

AJ239 AJ141/152/153/154/155

ANDY DAVENPORT AJ123 ASHTON CLASSICS AJ73/74 AUTO HOSE & RESTORATION PRODUCTS AJ10/11/12/30/31/32 BOB SPENDLOVE AJ226 BRACE YOURSELF AJ1/2 C C S CLEAN CARBS AJ147/148 C T SPARES AJ100/101/102 CHAIN MAN {THE} AJ221/222 CHRIS PROCTOR AJ235 CHRIS SCOTT ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLING AJ60 CHRISTOPHER MORRIS AJ114/115/116 CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE MANUALS.COM AJ117/118 CLASSIC RACKS AJ122 CLIFF ROUE AJ20/40 CORNUCOPIA ENTERPRISES AJ211/212/213 DAVID HAYES AJ41 DISCO VOLANTE MOTO AJ23/24/25/26 DON MCCLENAHAN AJ124 DUCATI SINGLES AJ80 G & J HOLDER AJ103/104/105/106 GEOFFREY MYERS AJ43/44/45 GP MOTOS ANCIENNES AJ58 HEORT IEG CLASSIC TRANSFERS AJ224/225 J B RESTORATION LTD AJ75/76 J J CABLES LTD AJ149/150/151 JIM DROUGHTON AJ113 JULIAN RYDER AJ223 JUMBO G B CHARITY AJ22 KEITH SUTTON AJ227 MANUAL MAN AJ13/14/15 MICHAEL HODSON AJ42 MIDLIFE CLASSICS AJ228/229/230/231 NATTON GARAGE AJ107/121 NUMBERPLATES 4 U AJ240/241 OPEN THROTTLE ART AJ111/112 PANTHER PUBLISHING AJ242/243/244 PETES BIKES AJ77/78 PRESTON PRODUCTS AJ139 RON BLOOMFIELD AJ3/4 RUPERT MURDEN AJ237 RUSTYREX AJ140 SHROPSHIRE CLASSIC MOTORCYCLES AJ50 SHROPSHIRE CLASSIC SPRAYERS AJ132 SPROCKETS UNLIMITED AJ119/120 STAINLESS CLASSICS AJ125/126/127 STEPHEN WHITE AJ238 STEVE BATLEY AJ216/217 STEVE TAYLOR AJ21 SURPLUS TRADER AJ53/54/55/56 SURREY CYCLES AJ61/62 SWEETS OF YESTERYEAR AJ290/291 SYLIVA PINCHES AJ46 TERRY PARR AJ207 TONY EAST AJ236

Stafford 2015 Show guide 35 EXHIBITORS TONY WALL USA SHOP VETERAN TRIUMPH SPARES VINTAGE & VETERAN LLP VINTAGE BEARING COMPANY VINTAGE OIL COMPANY VINTAGE SIGN DESIGNS VINTAGE TOOLS WIREMAN WRIGHTS AUTOSUPPLIES

AJ245 AJ70 AJ36/37 AJ200/201 AJ214/215 AJ202 AJ108/109/110 AJ208/209 AJ246/247/248 AJ16/17/18/19

CLUBS A J S & MATCHLESS OC ARIEL OWNERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB BSA OWNERS CLUB (NTH STAFFS) DOT MOTORCYCLE CLUB FRANCIS BARNETT OWNERS CLUB (STAFF) GOLDSTAR OWNERS CLUB (STAFF) GREEVES RIDERS ASS (STAFF) LE VELO CLUB LONDON DOUGLAS M C C (STAFFORD) M V AGUSTA OWNERS CLUB GB MARSTON SUNBEAM REGISTER CLUB NORTON OWNERS CLUB ROYAL ENFIELD OWNERS CLUB RUDGE ENTHUSIASTS CLUB {THE} TRIUMPH OWNERS MCC (BIRM & WOLVES) VJMC VELOCETTE OWNERS CLUB VINCENT HRD OWNERS CLUB NORTH STAFFS SEC VINTAGE MOTOR SCOOTER CLUB VMCC LTD PRIVATE ENTRIES ADRIAN WRIGHT ALAN ROBERTS ALAN ROWLANDS ALESSANDRO ALTINIER ANGUS D. CAMPBELL D POWELL {MRS} DAVE GARLAND DAVID FRIER DAVID MEREDITH DAVID OLIVER DAVID STEWART DEREK GOTHARD GEORGE S. RUDDOCK GORDON SCOTT GORDON SCOTT GRAHAM BOWEN GRAHAM NOCK HARRY BULLOUGH HAYDN POWELL JIM SUTTON JOHN ABRAM JOHN COOK JOHN WEEDON KEN BAXTER KEVIN BEETHAM MALCOLM POTTER MARK BESWICK MARTIN COCHRANE MICK SILVERWOOD MIKE ALLAWAY MIKE PEMBERTON NEVILLE KEELING NORTH WILTS BRITISH MOTORCYCLE CLUB PAUL GOLLINGS PETER ASHMORE PHILIP TRACY ROBERT SNUGGS ROD TOMBLIN ROD TOMBLIN ROGER DUNNING ROGER DUNNING ROGER HAINSWORTH ROY MARTIN STEPHEN TURTON TOM MELIA TONY POLLARD WOLVERHAMPTON & DISTRICT CLASSIC MCC

M61 M66 M75 M88 M42 M46 M82 M60 M73 M87 M44 M77 M72 M62 M65 M79 M89 M64 M74 M86 PE50 PE13 PE47 PE35 PE26/27 PE42 PE22 PE20 PE53 PE48 PE57 PE18 PE49 PE25 PE39 PE58 PE16 PE31 PE43 PE33 PE44 PE23 PE52 PE32 PE12 PE14/15 PE51 PE46 PE11 PE19 PE17 PE21 PE56 PE28/29 PE30 PE54 PE60 PE34 PE36 PE37 PE38 PE59 PE24 PE55 PE45 PE41 PE40

OUTSIDE

TRADE 1ST CHOICE METALS A & T SPARES A B TOOLS ABRASIVES & POLISHING SOLUTIONS ADRIAN HOWLE ALAIN TOUCHET ALAN HEADINGTON ALFIE ROBINSON ALISTAIR BUXTON ALLAN FISHER ANTHONY EMERY ANTHONY HAYWOOD ARK MOTORCYCLES ASHCROFT TOOLS B O M BATTERIES BARNFIELDS CLASSICS BEOWULF BIKE ATTACK BIKE BOOST BIKERS LOCK BLACK KNIGHT SPARES BLOOD {MR} BOLT (YWJ) LTD BRETTON MOTORCYCLES BRIAN BUTTERWORTH BRIAN WOODS BRITISH CLASSICS IN CHESHIRE BRYAN RIPPINGALE CARROT CYCLES (LINCOLN) LTD CENTRAL GARAGE CHRIS KNIGHT MOTORCYCLES LTD CHRIS SAVAGE

356 352 363/14 405 214 419 121 310 218 120 455 235 418 6 213 210 461 16 228 133 421 312 306 13 310a 219 317 504 513 358 17 456a

CHUCK LINDLEY CITY OF LEATHERS CLASSIC BIKE TRACKDAYS CLASSIC BRITISH MOTORCYCLES CLASSIC MOTORCYCLES CLIFFORD JAMES CLINTON ENTERPRISES LTD COLIN LANDER D & J FACTORING D G TRADE D H AUTOS D J B ENTERPRISES D M J MOTORCYCLES DAVE HARVEY DAVE HENSON MOTORCYCLES DAVID WHETTON DE GROOT DENNIS URMAN DIANE HUTCHINSON DRAGONFLY TREATS LTD DUNNELL RACING E G P ENTERPRISES E SUMNER ESPORTS BRANDS EXACT TRADING FIELDERS MOTORCYCLES FIRST GEAR LTD G & T TOOLS GAVIN COLLINSON GRANVILLE MOTORCYCLES GREAT BARR MOTORCYCLES GREYSTONE ENTERPRISES HAYMOOR LEISURE HAYMOOR LEISURE HIGGSPEED PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS HISTORICS OF BROOKLANDS HUGGYS SPEED SHOP HUNTER CLASS LTD INTERSTATE MOTORCYCLES J B GARAGE SUPPLIES J BROWSE MOTORCYCLES J H B ENGINEERING J H B MOTORCYCLES JIM THIRLAWAY JOHN CANDY JOHN HARDING JONES & ALCOCK LTD KRS KIM LIVINGSTONE KURSAAL KLASSICS L C W SUPPLIES LOW PRESSURE MOULDINGS M J ASH M J ROGERS M T RIDERS CLUB MAGNUSSON MOTORCYCLES MAL MOTORCYCLES MALCOLM ALLEN MALCOLM LEECH MARKET DISCOUNTS MARQUE RESTORE CHROME PLATING LTD METAL MAN (STEVE TAYLOR) {THE} METMACHEX ENGINEERING LTD MIKES BIKES MOTOS POMES MOTUS BIKE WEAR MTC EXHAUSTS N D P TOOLS NYM NATIONAL YOUTHBIKE CHARITY NEVA AUTOJUMBLE SALES NOGGIN END METALS NORBERT ARTMAN NUMBERPLATES 4 U OM TRADERS ON ALL FOURS OXNEY MOTORCYCLES PATRICK DUVAL PAUL INGHAM PEMBROKESHIRE CLASSICS PIT STOP {THE} PROTO GB LTD R N R ALUMINIUM R N SURPLUS RAY DANIELS GIRDER FORKS REBOOT GUZZI RENOVATION SPARES RIDE ON DIRECT ROBERT LEE RON EAST ROY HOLMES S & R PICKER S S DIRECT SECURE AUTO TRACK SMITHS (PUCA) LTD STAFFORD MOTORCYCLES LTD STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL STEPHEN HUTTON STEVE BAKER STEVES STAINLESS SURE SIGNS SUTTON HOSES TAB II CLASSICS TGA.CO.UK LTD THREADS-EUROPE TIGER MAN TONY WESTBROOK TOOLBOX TOOLBOX TOOLS ON TOUR TOOLS UK TRI-COR ENGLAND LTD TRIPLE X TRADING LTD TURBO TRADE UK TWO WHEELS

208 302 569 226 309 462 454 107 413 206 209 227 315 126 131 457 357 2 368 203 508 201 223 233 308 350 216 401 205 318 101 361 217 409 212 522 132 314 353 207 108 225 118 354 416 316 412 136 359 11 453 135 20 10 463 116 305 519 1 507 362 230 514 451 452 222 301a 371 105 3 215 109 417 601 406 411 4 420 224 127 512 402 139 128 415 111 351 511 110 422 461a 137 232 204 460a 407 502 501 370 211 202 102 403 460 360 112 369 106 234 15 459 119 7 600 114 134

V BIKES VELOCETTE SPARES WARREN JOHNSON WEST LONDON MOTORBIKE LTD WEST MIDLANDS M/C CENTRE

01 307 506 372 115

PRESTWOOD

A B TOOLS AJ464/465/466/467/468/469/470 ALAN BAILEY AJ528 ALF BURGESS AJ518 ALUN CHAPLIN AJ527 AM DISTRIBUTION LTD AJ519/520/521/522 ARIEL & SUNBEAM SPARES AJ453/454/455 BAKER MOTORCYCLE PARTS AJ436/437 BANTAM JOHN AJ488/489/490/491/492/510/511/512/513/514 BIKE SHOCKS BRISTOL AJ451 C B MOTORS AJ501/502 CAROLINE CUSHION HELMETS AJ471 CHARLES HAGGARTY AJ420 CHRIS BANCROFT AJ406/407 CHRIS SHIELDS AJ403 CRAIG MCWILLIAM AJ439 DAVE BEESLEY AJ404 DAVID BIRKINSHAW AJ438 DENNIS DAWES AJ430/431 DEREK HUYTON AJ460 DEVON RIM COMPANY AJ484/485 DISCOUNT STAINLESS AJ444/445/446 ELM VILLA CLASSICS AJ441/442/443 FRED WILLIAMS AJ526 GOLD TOP GLOVES AJ479/480/481/482/483 H2EX AJ440 HARRY KAY AJ405 HI-STAR AJ401/402 IAN BARTRAM SPEEDO'S AJ461 IAN COLLIS AJ458 INGRAM CONTRACTORS AJ478 JOHN BINGLEY AJ475/476/477 JOHN JOHNSON AJ508 JOHN TWINBERROW AJ497 KEITH FARRELL AJ421 LESTER ROWBOTTOM AJ449 M D SPARES AJ408 MARK TWEEDLE AJ409/410 MICHAEL CUSHIONS AUTOJUMBLE AJ472/473 NEW VIEW PRODUCTS AJ412 NIGEL MEGSON AJ450 P J PAYNE AJ525 PAUL BECK AJ509 PAUL GOFF AJ422/423/424/424a RALPH CLONINGER AJ459 REDROSE RETRO BIKES AJ413/414/415 RON LIPPITT AJ416/417 STEVE FROST AJ523 STEVE PENNYCOOK AJ411 TRIPLES WORKSHOP AJ425/426/427 Z1-WORLD AJ486

SIDE HALL 1

ADAM GOY AJ371/372 AIDPAC STAINLESS AJ331/332/333/334/335/336 ALL LEATHER JACKETS AJ320/321 BARLEYCORN ENGINEERING AJ340/341 CARL WEAVER AJ322/323 CLIVE ROWE AJ363 DALE ATKIN AJ361 DUCATI PARTS AJ376/377/378 ELPE MOTOPRODUCTS AJ379/380/381 J & C COLLECTABLES AJ337/338/339 JEFF HUNTER ENGINEERING AJ302/303 JOE EDWARDS AJ343/344/345 K T T SERVICES AJ304/305/306 KAWASAKI TRIPLE PARTS AJ314/315/316 KEN EDWARDS AJ346/347 KEVIN SCHOFIELD / RALF PUNZET AJ324/325/326/327 L B RESTORATION SERVICES AJ300/301 MALLARD METAL PACK LTD AJ311/312/313 MICHAEL BV AJ364/365/366 NIGEL ATKIN AJ360 OLD BIKE SHED AJ370 PELDERS TRANSFERS & CLASSIC PARTS AJ385/386/387/388/389 PHILLIP ARNOLD AJ350/351/352/353 SURPLUS SUPPLIES AJ307/308/309/310

SIDE HALL 2

ASSOCIATION OF PIONEER MOTORCYCLISTS ATOMIC 56 LIMITED B M W CLUB BIKE DRYERS BRITISH MOTORCYCLE RIDERS CLUB BRITISH TWO STROKE CLUB BSA BANTAM CLUB BULLDOG SECURITY CAIMAN MOTORCYCLE CLUB COLIN POWELL DUCATI OWNERS CLUB (STAFF) EDZ PERFORMANCE LAYERING EXCELSIOR TALISMAN GOLDWING OWNERS CLUB HADRIAN V TWIN TOURS AND RENTALS ISLE OF MAN TT MARSHALLS ASS. MOTOLUG LTD MOTORWORKS (UK) LTD MZ RIDERS CLUB NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR BIKERS WITH A DISABILITY (STAFF) NATIONAL SPRINT ASSOCIATION LTD (STAFF) PRINCIPAL INSURANCE LTD RENNSTAR LTD STEVE GRIFFITH RACING & INVESTMENT SURF N TURF INSTANT SHELTERS VULCANET WOLVERHAMPTON & DISTRICT CLASSIC MCC

S23 S1 S30 S6 S29 S27 S26 S 18 S10 S10a S24 S12 S11 S9 S16 S21 S2 S17 S8 S13 S31 S20 S14 S5 S22 S4 S28

■ Best in Show (perpetual) The Whitehead Rosebowl (Overall Show Winner) + £100 + rosette ■ Best Machine of Technical Interest ■ Veteran (manufactured prior 1915) 1st The Pete Sole Memorial Trophy (perpetual) ■ Veteran (manufactured prior 1915) 2nd ■ Veteran (manufactured prior 1915) 3rd ■ Vintage (manufactured prior 1931) 1st ■ Vintage (manufactured prior 1931) 2nd ■ Vintage (manufactured prior 1931) 3rd ■ Post Vintage (manufactured prior 1946) 1st ■ Post Vintage (manufactured prior 1946) 2nd ■ Post Vintage (manufactured prior 1946) 3rd ■ Post War (manufactured prior 1965) 1st ■ Post War (manufactured prior 1965) 2nd ■ Post War (manufactured prior 1965) 3rd ■ Classic (manufactured since 1965) 1st ■ Classic (manufactured since 1965) 2nd ■ Classic (manufactured since 1965) 3rd ■ Best Japanese Machine ■ Best Military Machine ■ Best Autocycle ■ Best Scooter ■ Best Sidecar Combination ■ Best Continental Machine ■ Best Competition Machine ■ Best Scrambler Machine ■ Best Trials Machine ■ Best Enduro Machine ■ Most Original Machine ■ Best Trade Stand Exhibit ■ Best Trade Stand Display ■ Best Racing Machine ■ Best Oldest Machine ■ Best Classic Racer Grand Prix Display ■ Award for Motorcycle Photography The Nick Nicholls Trophy (perpetual) ■ Award for Engineering Excellence Kay Engineering Trophy (perpetual) ■ Outstanding Service to the Classic Motorcycle Movement The Frank Farrington Outstanding Service Award ■ Best Villiers-Engined Machine Villiers Services Trophy (perpetual) ■ Best Lady Entrant Tracy Tools Trophy (perpetual) ■ Best Ex-TT Machine Hailwood Trophy (perpetual) ■ Best Indian Motordrome Trophy (perpetual) ■ Best Triton Perpetual ■ Best Classic Special Greg Roberts Motorcycles Trophy (perpetual) ■ British Club Stand + £100 ■ Non British Club Stand + £100 ■ Mixed Make Club Stand + £100 ■ Local Area Club Stand + £100 ■ Club Stand 3rd + £250 + 15 rosettes ■ Club Stand 2nd + £500 + 15 rosettes ■ Club Stand 1st + £1000 + 15 rosettes ■ 30 Highly Commended Rosettes (Runners-up)

JUDGES Dennis Frost – Chief Judge Richard Birch Ken Sprayson David Fereday John Wyatt Matthew Pinhey Job Grimshaw

Steve Cooper Rick Parkington Bill Bewley Richard Duffin Ian Harrop James Robinson Malcolm Wheeler

EXHIBITORS DIRT BIKE HALL

PRIVATE ENTRIES ALL-STAR CLASSIC SPEEDWAY AND VINTAGE MOTORCYCLES PE1021 CHRIS LEES PE1006 DAVID CARTWRIGHT PE1016 EDWARD FARQUAR PE1015 JOHN MILLER PE1005 MICHAEL CURTIS PE1008/1009/1010/1011/1012/1013 PAUL BALMAIN PE1002 PETER LOCKWOOD PE1003/1018 STEVE PARKINS PE1004 TONY PALMER PE1017 CLUBS CLASSIC OFF ROAD LYMM FERRY BROUWER OWD CODGERS AND FRIENDS {THE} SCOTTISH CUB FEST TRADE STEVE JONES

DB6/BB7 DB8 DB1/DB9 DB3/DB4 DB2

36 SHOW GUIDE Stafford 2015  SATURDAY

9am

Show opens

10.30am / 1pm / 4pm Main Hall Stage Guests of honour Nick and Tony Jefferies chat with Steve Plater Followed by signing sessions 12pm / 3pm Cavalcade 11.30am / 2.30pm Classic Racer GP Paddock Classic race machines fired-up with Nick and Tony Jefferies and Steve Plater 10am / 11.30am / 1.30pm / 2.30pm / 3.30pm Restoration Theatre Live restoration demonstrations

by Peter Thorne of The Motorbike Show 10.30am / 1.30pm Classic Dirt Bike Experience Hall Ferry Brouwer’s Yamaha TY collection demonstrated by Mick Andrews 1pm

Classic Dirt Bike editor Tim Britton interviews stars of the off-road world

11am / 2pm Owd Codgers’ trials demonstrations 12.30pm / 3.30pm Band Stand Eclectic mix of ragtime, country, blues, and western swing from Itchy Fingers 10am-5pm

Bonhams Auction Bonhams’ Stafford spring sale open for viewing Catalogue required for entry

6pm

Show closes

SUNDAY 9am Show open 9am 11am / 1pm Main Hall Stage Guests of honour Nick and Tony Jefferies chat with Steve Plater Followed by signing sessions 4pm The Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show awards presented by Nick and Tony Jefferies 12pm / 3pm Cavalcade 11.30am / 3pm Classic Racer GP Paddock Classic race machines fired-up with Nick and Tony Jefferies and Steve Plater 10am / 11.30am / 1.30pm / 2.30pm Restoration Theatre Live restoration demonstrations

by Peter Thorne of The Motorbike Show 10.30am / 2pm Classic Dirt Bike Experience Hall Ferry Brouwer’s Yamaha TY collection demonstrated by Mick Andrews 1pm Classic Dirt Bike editor Tim Britton interviews stars of the off-road world 11am / 2.30pm Owd Codgers’ trials demonstrations 12.30pm / 2.30pm Band Stand Eclectic mix of ragtime, country, blues and western swing from Itchy Fingers 9am-12pm Bonhams Auction Bonhams’ Stafford spring sale open for viewing* 12pm Bonhams Stafford Spring Sale commences* 5pm Show closes *Catalogue required for entry

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38 SHOW GUIDE Stafford 2015

Meet the stars at the Stafford show Photography: Mortons Archive

The Jefferies motorcycling dynasty began more than a century ago when Joseph Jefferies, a pioneer in his industry, formed the Ross Motor and Cycle Company in Shipley’s old steam tram shed in 1901.

Although this initial partnership floundered, Joseph started a new operation which quickly found success and in 1917 the company moved to new premises in Shipley where it stayed for more than 80 years.

Allan, Joseph’s son, would eventually take over the running of the business, but not before earning fame as a star competitor of his era winning six International Six Day Trial gold medals and a Scott Trial, among others.

By the mid-1960s, Jefferies was selling mainly Triumph, BSA, Honda and Lambretta while boss Allan was active in the Auto Cycle Union as well as being chairman of the ACU’s Benevolent Fund and a TT International Jury member. He was also famed as an after-dinner speaker; his services constantly in demand.

At this same juncture, Allan’s elder son Tony became more active in the family firm as Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki franchises were added to the Jefferies operation.

Tony also followed in his father’s footsteps becoming a competitor, racing in the Anglo-American Transatlantic Match Race series in the early 1970s as well as finding success in the 1971 TT.

Tony Jefferies on the four-cylinder Münch.

Tony Jefferies on board a 746cc Triumph.

YORKSHIRE’S first family of motorcycle racing will be represented at this year’s Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show as Nick and Tony Jefferies take their place as the event’s special guests of honour.

Classic motorcycling’s flagship show on April 25-26 at Staffordshire County Showground will be proud to have Nick, the only rider to have won the Manx Grand Prix, Formula 1 TT, the International Manx Two-Day Trial and a gold medal in the International Six Day Enduro, performing guest of honour duties alongside Tony, a three times TT winner and former Triumph factory rider.

Guest compere Steve Plater will interview both men on stage, and the pair will also present awards and appear in the Classic Racer GP Paddock with some of their most famous race machines.

The historic family of racers

Nick Jefferies on his TT-winning Honda RC30.

In a move that was to shape the future of the company, Tony’s first major piece of business was to take the BMW franchise in 1971 making the firm the first officially appointed BMW motorcycle dealership in the UK. Nick, Tony’s younger brother by four years, entered the fold straight from school, but he too competed at the same time becoming a member of the British ISDT team and taking multiple Isle of Man GP and TT podiums.

Allan Jefferies passed away in 1978, but with Tony and Nick in place the company continued to grow over the next two decades before moving into new, modern premises – still in Shipley – while becoming a solely BMW dealership.

Nick Jefferies on a 250cc Yamaha at Callart Falls.

At the start of the new millennium, Tony’s daughter Louise was appointed general manager of the Allan Jefferies firm, having previously been involved with banking, travel and finance companies.

With Nick leaving to embark on his own ventures and Tony taking a step back, the latter’s son, David, became ever more involved and took the business from strength to strength alongside his sister.

Like father and grandfather before him, David’s natural talent for racing was obvious and he soon demonstrated his ability becoming the first man to achieve 125mph, 126mph and 127mph laps at the Isle of Man TT and the only man to ever win three TTs in consecutive years.

Changes were taking place within the company as it expanded its operations and a major relaunch was in the pipeline when news broke of David

Get the Classic Dirt Bike Experience at Stafford FROM tentative beginnings with a club or two and a few dirt bikes sharing the Staffordshire Life hall with some custom machines, the Classic Dirt Bike Experience has grown to be a hugely popular part of the International Classic MotorCycle Show.

Jefferies’ tragic death in a high-speed crash while practicing ahead of the 2003 TT races. The shock was felt by the whole racing world, but especially by everyone connected with Allan Jefferies, where David was a popular figure.

Staff continued on, despite the difficult circumstances, and Allan Jefferies became the fourth largest BMW motorcycle dealer in the UK and the largest outside the M25 circle.

To cope with the growing demand, the company struck a deal to purchase land close to its existing site and approved the construction of a brand new showroom which was to be completed in the autumn of 2010.

The expansion has been more than justified and not only is Allan Jefferies one of, if not the, leading BMW dealer in the UK, but the Jefferies name takes its place in motorcycling history alongside many of the greats.

One of the Mick Andrews prototypes expected at the show.

The big shift came with the introduction of a riding element – possible because of the nature of trials riding, and it not needing a huge area to demonstrate the skills of this balletic sport – to the outside area of the hall.

Initially the riding was brief; the Classic Dirt Bike magazine editor rode his BSA over a scrap car a few times. Then a few more obstacles were acquired the following year, then a few more, then sidecars were added and now the demo is a fixture at each and every show.

This doesn’t mean the inside of the hall is forgotten; there are loads of special bikes from all eras of off-road sport, and all disciplines too. We’ve had dopeburning grass track outfits, gazelle-like trials bikes,

prototypes and one-offs from the world of enduro, plus all manner of other delights from the world of dirt.

This year promises to be extra special as we’re expecting five prototype trials bikes associated with Mick Andrews. When Mick went to Yamaha, the Japanese factory threw its might behind him and it seemed every week a new model with this tweak and that special part appeared at a national trial.

Mick himself responded well, and delivered the goods with two

SSDT wins for the company.

The word is the bikes are being fettled in Amsterdam – where Mick was employed during his Yamaha time – and are on track to be at the show… our fingers are crossed as these bikes are cutting edge works machines.

Mick too will be on hand to talk about that period and how fast development was happening as first he went to Yamaha, then Sammy Miller went to Honda, Don Smith went to Kawasaki and Gordon Farley was signed

by Suzuki.

Stafford 2015 Show guide 39 CLUB STANDS ACORNS MOTORCYCLE CLUB LTD Balcony 112 319 B Hall 1961 Greeves Hawkstone 320 J Dutton 1961 Greeves Scottish 321 D Bloor 1972 AJS Stormer 322 R Simkin 1971 BSA/Chaney ISDT 323 H Cartlidge 1970 Triumph/Chaney ISDT 324 J Jackson 1958 DOT Trials 325 S Whitehouse 1961 Greeves Scottish 326 A Talbot 1976 Yamaha SC 327 C Lees 1968 BSA Starfire 328 R Ruscoe 1973 Sprite Trials AJS & MATCHLESS OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 61 689 D Woods 1929 AJS M7 690 D Massey 1960 Matchless CSR 691 I Massey 1960 Matchless CSR 692 T Harvey 1955 AJS 16 MCS Trials 693 R Bellett 2015 AJS ECO 2 694 AJS & MOC 1960 AJS Model 31 ARIEL LEADER & ARROW CLUB Balcony 129 763 K Harding 1960 Ariel cafe racer 764 K Harding 1961 Ariel Arrow 765 S Davies 1962 Ariel Arrow SS 766 P Read 1959 Ariel Leader 767 R Lee 1963 Ariel Leader 768 R James Ariel cafe racer 769 B Hinchliff 1960 Ariel Leader 770 L Evans 1961 Ariel Arrow SS 771 A McIlrach 1960 Ariel Arrow ARIEL OWNERS’ MOTORCYCLE CLUB Main Hall 66 144 A Simpson 1955 Ariel VH Special 145 N Revell 1952 Ariel KH 146 J Ellis 1964 Ariel Arrow Super Sports 147 M Toft 1964 Ariel Leader 148 C Reed-Aspely 1930 Ariel Model G Special 149 P Turner 1936 Ariel 4F 150 P Kemp 1938 Ariel Red Hunter 151 J Mitchell 1921 Ariel V-Twin AKD Engine 152 B Longman Circa 1960 Ariel Leader 4 Prototype ASSOCIATION OF PIONEER MOTORCYCLISTS Side Hall 2, 23 186 D Earnshaw 1913 Premier two-speed 187 T Cowley 1914 New Hudson Big 7 188 D Earnshaw 1919 Triumph Model H 189 B Glover 1926 Indian Scout 190 D Millington 1948 EMC Slit Single one-stroke 191 V Carrington-Porter 1955 BSA C11G 192 J Goodall 1958 Velocette Venom 193 B Slack 1959 BSA Shooting Star BEARTOWN BIKERS Argyle 7 421 H Augustus 422 J Peters 423 D Relph 424 K Chalkley 425 D Robson 426 P Spencer 427 K Chalkley 428 B Jennings 429 A Woods

1979 Honda 750 Four 1982 Yamaha RD 200 1983 Gilera Nordwest 1972 Triumph Triton Yamaha Midnight Star 1987 Honda Z50 1978 Suzuki 1987 Suzuki GSx1100E 1968 Triumph Tiger T100SS

BENELLI MOTOBI CLUB GB Argyle 2 697 P Rimmer 1974 Benelli 125 Sport 698 P Rimmer 1966 Benelli 65ccHurricane 699 P Rimmer 1982 Benelli 603cc 700 K Latham 2006 Benelli 903cc TRE 701 K Latham 1971 Benelli 175cc Enduro 702 K Pattinson 1981 Benelli 2C Electronica 703 S Peace 1981 Benelli 125T 704 G Egan 1984 Benelli 900 SEi 705 D Egan 1979 Benelli 750 SEi BMW CLUB Side Hall 2, 30 292 R Garner 293 B Thomas 294 I Murley 295 P Ardron 296 C Newall 297 J Isherwood 298 R Evans 299 T Roche 300 P Cull 301 J Johnson

1974 BMW R60/6 1961 BMW R27 1929 BMW R62 1937 BMW R12 1975 BMW R90/6 1983 BMW R80ST 1976 BMW R90/S 1964 BMW R69S 1986 BMW K100 1960 BMW R51/3

BRIDPORT CLASSIC BIKE CLUB Balcony 126 259 P Wright 1965 BSA Lightning Rocket 260 N Bartlett 1959 BSA A10 261 M Walsh 1934 Triumph 2/1 262 P Ackerman 1966 BSA Bantam 263 C Cannon 1938 AJS Silver Streak 264 J Bramhall 1954 BSA C12 265 S Park 1937 Ariel Red Hunter 266 D Hooper 1958 Norton Domi 88 267 I Fletcher 1957 BSA Special 268 T Gumbrill 1978 Kawasaki Z650 BRITISH TWO-STROKE CLUB Side Hall 2, 27 718 M Taylor 1926 Dunelt Model G 719 B Wilson 1954 James Comet 720 K Pinches 1954 Motobi Spr Lasting 721 D Johnson 1955 DOT Trials TDHX 722 T Shipp 1955 Francis Barnett Cruiser 71 723 N Lowes 1959 Normon B3 Sports 724 E Hathaway 1962 James Superswift 725 H Sylvester 1969 Simson Sperber 726 D Johnson 1996 Raleigh Wisp 727 P James 1976 Ossa S Sports BRITISH MOTORCYCLE RIDERS’ CLUB Side Hall 2, 29 220 J Lay 1929 BSA B29 221 J Heredge 1914 Wall Autowheel 222 G Ives 1947 Velocette KSS MK2 Special 223 C Linton Allen 1960 Triumph Twenty One (3TA) 224 R Taylor 1961 Royal Enfield Constellation 225 A Taylor 1978 Silk 226 P Albert 1965 BSA A65L 227 J Thrussell 1939 BSA M24 Gold Star 228 C Brennand 1970 BSA Woodsman BSA BANTAM CLUB Side Hall 2, 26 446 M Kilvert 447 D Lewis 448 A Lewis 449 K Owen

1967 BSA Bantam D7 1952 BSA Bantam D2 1965 BSA Bantam D10 Sport 1964 BSA Bantam D7 Trials

450 J Edwards 451 M Waller 452 G Willison

1971 BSA Bantam B175 GPO 1968 BSA Bantam B175 1952 BSA Bantam D1

BSA OWNERS CLUB Main Hall 75 362 I Lancett 363 T Shuker 364 C Rogers 365 N Cooper 366 J Langman 367 C Podmore 368 L Webb 369 J Burrows 370 J Hickinbotham

1956 BSA A10 Goldflash 1958 BSA D14 Sport Bantam 1968 BSA C25 Barracuda 1971 BSA A65 Thunderbolt 1970 BSA B25 Starfire 1970 BSA A65 Lightning 1968 BSA A75 Rocket Three 1958 BSA B34 Gold Star 1960 BSA A10 Gold Flash

CAIMAN MOTORCYCLE CLUB Side Hall 2, 10 373 J Tancrez 1964 Honda CB72 374 A Delfly 1970 Italjet Griffon 375 D Duthoit 1970 Honda CR Scramble CBX RIDERS’ CLUB UK Balcony 118 553 J Stone 554 A Williams 555 A Fisher 556 D Kane 557 P Bennetts 558 K Murphy 559 M Smart 560 P Clift

1979 Honda CBX Z 1979 Honda CBX Prolink 1981 Honda Moto Martin 1979 Honda CBX Z 1979 Honda Moto Martin 1981 Honda/Spondon CBX Z 1979 Honda CBX Z 1981 Honda Prolink

CHRISTIAN MOTORCYCLISTS’ ASSOCIATION Balcony 110 527 P Raybould 1950 Moto Guzzi Airone Tipo Sport 528 P Raybould 1966 Honda CB160 529 B Evans 2004 Triumph Thruxton 900 530 T Cookson 2012 Triumph America 531 P Raybould 1964 NSU Quickly 532 P Parker 1963 BSA Star CLASSIC 50 RACING CLUB Balcony 127 774 J Lee 775 S Newgent 776 A Gellaerly 777 M Foxton 778 R Dennerley 779 R Ponti 780 B Jackson 781 D Clark 782 S White 783 R Ponti 784 P Cody 785 B Glover 786 D Juler 787 A Saunders

1972 Minarelli Corsa 1970 Kriedler 1974 AR50 1970 Benelli 2004 Honda Dream R 1972 Kriedler 2004 Honda Dream R 1969 Hondera Special 1970 Fantic 1972 Kriedler 1966 Yamaha 1997 Honda Dream 1965 N.E.C. 1968 Yamaha

CLASSIC OFF ROAD LYMM Dirt Bike Hall 6 & 7 658 D Price 659 A Price 660 Tim 661 S Kingston 662 N Daniels 663 A Kinder 664 J Muich

2000 Lifan on/off road 1995 RTX Trials 1982 Moto Villa Enduro 1974 Yamaha TY80 2000 Husky T80 1975 Hodaka Road Toad 1957 James Trials

665 Derek 666 Derek 667 S Lovell 668 G Walker 669 P Davies 670 J Davies 671 D Spruce 672 B Allan 673 P Underwood 674 P Collins

1954 James Trials 1961 Greeves Trials 1982 Yamaha Serrow Trials 1981 SWM Trials 1969 Italjet Trials 1972 Indian Trials 1952 DMW Scrambler 1954 BSA Bantam Trials 1972 Bultaco Sherpa Trials 1980 Weslake Speedway

CLASSIC RACING MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 120 126 K Perch 1947 Norton M40 Manx 127 A Barker 1963 Aermacchi Ala D’Oro 128 D White Spondon Yahama TZ 129 G Hemshall 1948 Moto Guzzi Gambalunga 130 P Biddulph 1972 TAB Honda K4 131 L Judkins MBA 132 B Mills 1962 Norton Manx 133 G Freeman TAB Honda K4 COSSACK OWNERS’ CLUB Balcony 125 304 C Booth 1976 IZH Jupiter 3 305 K Plater 1970 WSK 150 306 T Jones 1969 IMZ M72 307 P Inman 2001 IMZ Retro 308 J Harrop 1980 Minsk Racer 309 M Luyt 1951 Minsk 310 M Woodward 1975 Voskhod 175 311 G Carrol 1990 IMZ Soviet Knight 312 M Steven 1991 MKZ MT11 with Civilian sidecar 313 W Toland 2003 IMZ Military with sidecar 314 P Greensmith 2001 IMZ Dalesman with sidecar 315 F Luyt 1975 IZH Planeta 2 316 P Codling 1977 IMZ M63 DOT MOTORCYCLE CLUB Main Hall 88 399 P Davy 400 A Davy 401 J Cornish 402 D Cloughton 403 M Knowles 404 M Knowles 405 J Cloughton 406 D Cloughton

1927 DOT J1 1953 DOT GGS 1953 DOT TDHX 1956 DOT THX 1964 DOT WR 1965 DOT White Strength 1973 DOT Minarelli 1978 DOT DMW

DUCATI OWNERS’ CLUB GB Side Hall 2, 24 492 K Baker 1984 Ducati SD900 Darmah 493 D Baker 1994 Ducati M600 Monster 494 L Scott 1993 Ducati 916 Monoposto 495 N Wakefield 1990 Ducati 851 Strada 496 W Penman 1988 Ducati 400F3 497 S Muir 1974 Ducati 750GT 498 S Muir 1965 Ducati 160 Monza 499 C Darlow 1983 Ducati SD900 Darmah 500 C Fitzgerald 2003 Ducati 996 501 T Wright 1997 Ducati 600ss EXCELSIOR TALISMAN ENTHUSIASTS Side Hall 2, 11 271 B Wilson 1952 Excelsior Talisman TT1 272 T Biglands 1950 Excelsior Talisman TT1 273 T Biglands 1956 Excelsior Talisman STT4 274 D Rutherford 1954 Excelsior Talisman STT1 275 G Walton-Binns 1958 Excelsior S8 Super Talisman 276 C Powell 1952 Excelsior Talisman STT1

40 SHOW GUIDE Stafford 2015 CLUB STANDS FRANCIS BARNETT OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 42 231 A Longfield 2014 Francis Barnett Merlin 232 A Longfield 2014 Francis Barnett Falcon 233 A Longfield 1931 Francis Barnett Black Hawk 234 A Longfield 1937 Francis Barnett Plover ‘41 235 D Heckle 1939 Francis Barnett Power Bike ‘50 236 S Elkes 1966 Francis Barnett Fulmar Sports 90 237 S Elkes 1955 Francis Barnett Falcon 70 Special 238 B Adams 1955 Francis Barnett Cruiser 71 GAWSWORTH JESTERS Balcony 106 677 J Wakefield 678 C Tranter 679 J Potts 680 D Moore 681 D Turner 682 M Dowding 683 P Harrison 684 P Potts 685 D Wood 686 G Harrison

1992 Honda MT24RNR 1989 Suzuki RG 1999 Honda XRV 1969 CZ PV Trailer 1962 Triumph Cub 2001 Gas Gas TXT 2000 Montesa Trials 1959 Francis Barnet Falcon 1989 RG Gamma 1999 Monkeyn

GOLD STAR OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 46 535 G Wander 536 F Didock 537 A Wood 538 G Wander 539 K Beacroft 540 G Sheldon 541 D Camm 542 D Steele 543 B Bartholeme 544 B Sheldon 545 T Prior 546 Sammy Miller Museum 547 D Brindley 548 Sammy Miller Museum 549 D Steele 550 J Birchall

1937 BSA M24 BSA Gold Star 1962 BSA Rocket G/S 2012 BSA M23 1961 BSA DBD34 1957 BSA DBD34 BSA Scrambler 2003 Tonkin Tempest 1953 BSA BB 1954 BSA CB34 BSA DBD34 Race Bike BSA Flat Tracker Racing Outfit BSA MCI 1949 BSA ZB32 1959 BSA DBD 34

GOLD WING OWNERS’ CLUB Side Hall 2, 9 820 C Hunter 821 S Cox 822 P Bibby 823 S Park 824 P Fisher

1977 Honda GL 1000 Honda GL 1000 1976 Honda 50R 1984 Honda GL 1200 1979 Honda GL 1000

GREEDY PIGS MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 124 409 K Kus 1980 Moto Guzzi Le Mans 2 410 A Wood 1973 Norton Norvil Commando 411 A Greatbach 1999 Kawasaki VN 1500 412 A Cottrill 1997 Yamaha Dragstar 413 J Buddin 1996 Kawasaki ER 414 J Warrillow 1967 Matchless G7 415 D Rockal 1998 Honda Magna 416 K Bryne 1976 Triumph T140 Bonny 417 S Byrne 2005 Harley-Davidson Sportster 418 K McLeary 1998 Honda Hornet GREEVES RIDERS’ ASSOCIATION Main Hall 82 345 D Bradley 1954 Greeves 20T 346 D Bradley 1954 Greeves 20S 347 I Hodge 1969 Greeves Griffon M58 348 M Norris 1966 Greeves Anglian TGS 349 R Thornton 1965 Greeves Silverstone RCS 350 P Smith 1957 Greeves 20TA 351 M Norris 1961 Greeves 25DC Sports Twin 352 I Hodge 1967 Greeves Challenger MX5 HEDNESFORD MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 130 93 R Aldridge 1968 Triumph Daytona 94 K Waring 1970 Triumph Trophy 95 P Marsh 1931 Francis Barnet Black Hawk 96 B Jarvis 1999 Enfield Bullet 97 P Hogg 1973 Honda CB750 98 A Farnworth 1986 Honda CBX 99 K Lloyd 1964 Norton Atlas 100 M Austin 1988 Honda XBR

HESKETH OWNERS’ CLUB Balcony 122 155 D Harris 156 D Sturgess 157 T Spencer 158 P White 159 C White 160 S Greig 161 R Bennett 162 D Hartell 163 J Mitchell

1983 Hesketh Vampire 1982 Hesketh V1000 1982 Hesketh V1000 1982 Hesketh V1000 1982 Hesketh V1000 1982 Hesketh V1000 1982 Hesketh V1000 1982 Hesketh V1000 1982 Hesketh V1000

HISTORIC HONDA COLLECTION Argyle 19 708 A Samra 1992 Honda RS 709 M Dale 2000 Honda RS 710 J Dale 1965 Honda CB77R 711 J Dale 1972 Honda CBK4 712 B Saunders 1982 Honda 1123 713 J Saunders 1979 Honda 250 HRC 714 D Dale 1977 Honda MT125 715 C Saunders 1965 Honda C65 HISTORIC POLICE MOTORCYCLE GROUP Balcony 116 483 G Scott 1982 BMW R80/TIC 484 K Owen 1969 Triumph TR6P ‘Saint’ 485 B Hollis 1987 Honda CD250u 486 C Blundell 1967 Norton Atlas 487 T Watkin 1984 Harley-Davidson FXRP 488 R Lindberg 1961 BSA Gold Flash 489 A Tunnicliffe 1966 Velocette LE 200 Mk2 INDIAN MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF GB Balcony 107 612 B Shacklock 1924 Indian Scout 613 C Jones 1931 Indian 101 614 K Riley 1951 Indian Chief 615 A Duffy 1948 Indian Chief 616 M Orr 1942 Indian 741 ITALIAN MOTORCYCLE OWNERS’ CLUB Balcony 119 71 C Stockton 1955 Ducati TL 72 I Ritchie 1977 Garelli Cross 73 M Bracken 1962 Ducati Daytona 74 G Hallett 1955 Gilera Saturno 75 I Tigwell 1956 Moto Morini Briscola 76 C Yardley 1960 Motobi Flat Track 77 M Hodgson 1970 Malaguti 78 K Small 2014 MV Agusta Brutale Italia 79 S Wood 1956 Beta Mondial 80 G Wood 1971 AMF M65 Leggero 81 R Haulson Aermacchi Race Replica 82 R Dudding 1972 Ducati Street Scrambler 83 S Wood 1955 Benelli Sprint Lasting JAWA – CZ OWNERS’ CLUB Balcony 128 241 R Henderson 1969 Jawa 673 V4 242 P Collins 1965 Jawa 890 243 I Bridges 1976 CZ Enduro 244 M Wainwright 1968 CZ 245 L Packer 1967 CZ MX 246 J Woods 1935 CZ Bezrychostini 247 B Negus 1937 Jawa Special 248 G Durland 1956 Jawa 360 249 D Angel 2014 Jawa Super Motard 250 M Morgan 1965 Jawa Gaunt 251 P Mason 1972 Jawa Mustang 252 G Newport 1954 Jawa Perak 253 J Blackburn 1995 Jawa 593 254 P Edwards 1976 CZ-Triumph 255 D Dubski 1964 Jawa 559 256 M Smith 1974 CZ MX KETTLE ‘N’ KWAKS Balcony 131 571 P Bibby 572 Mal 573 Malcolm 574 Adey 575 P Ryan 576 Rob 577 Rob 578 B Millar

1972 Suzuki GT750 J 1976 Suzuki GT750 A 1976 Suzuki GT380 1974 Suzuki GT750 N 1973 Suzuki T500 1972 Kawasaki KH 500 1975 Yam RD 400 1970 Suzuki T500

579 B Amies 580 S Lewis 581 S Long 582 P Harvey

1972 Kawasaki H2 1974 Suzuki GT750 1976 Suzuki GT750 1972 Kawasaki H2

LE VELO CLUB Main Hall 60 103 M Skinner 104 B Day 105 J Wright 106 K Glover 107 F Bannister 108 P Tolley 109 J Rose 110 LE Club 111 A Biddle 112 T Aston

1961 Velocette Viceroy 1957 Velocette Valiant Special 1958 Velocette Valiant 1964 Velocette Vogue 1957 Velocette Mk3 1956 Velocette Mk2 Velocette Mk2 1951 Velocette Mk2 1960 Velocette Viceroy 1956 Velocette Valiant/LE

LONDON DOUGLAS MOTORCYCLE CLUB Main Hall 73 471 B Bailey 1927 Douglas EW 472 L Boydell 1950 Douglas Cutaway Engine and box 473 D Pitt 1936 Douglas Comet 474 J Ramsey 1957 Douglas Dragonfly 475 P Gormley 1949 Douglas Mk3 Sports 476 T Kingham 1947 Douglas Mark 1 477 R Duffin 1933 Douglas D33 478 T Kingham 1925 Douglas TS Sidevalve 479 R Gibbard 1950 Douglas Competition with Trials Sidecar 480 G Hall 1915 Douglas Model U MAICO OWNERS’ CLUB Balcony 115 455 P Cooper 456 J Churchill 457 P Pateman 458 M Plummer

1958 Maico Maicoletta 1957 Maico Mobil 1959 Maico Maicoletta 1958 Maico Maicoletta

MARSTON SUNBEAM CLUB & REGISTER Main Hall 44 279 P Onions 1921 Sunbeam 3/12HP 280 P Hutton 1926 Sunbeam Model 5 281 P Alexsandrouke 1927 Sunbeam Model 6 282 B Harrison 1929 Sunbeam Model 6 283 K Waters 1931 Sunbeam Model 9 284 A Orton 1932 Sunbeam Model 90 285 L Hobbs 1939 Sunbeam Model 95 MC PISTON CLUB Balcony 555 & 556 MOTO MORINI RIDERS’ CLUB Balcony 108 355 B Almond 2010 Moto Morini Scrambler 356 P Compton 1975 Moto Morini Strada 357 J Westwood 1983 Moto Morini 31/2 Sport 358 P Bootherstone 1960 Moto Morini Covsaro 359 A Farrow 1960 Moto Morini Tresette MT RIDERS Outside 463 Selection of motorcycles used by the club members to be confirmed.

MV AGUSTA OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 87 Selection of motorcycles used by the club members to be confirmed.

MZ RIDERS’ CLUB Side Hall 2, 8 378 M Pedley 379 J Mather 380 J Mather 381 P Lowe 382 N Rogers 383 P Speakman 384 V Smith 385 T Miller

1972 MZ ES250 1981 MZ ES150 1984 MZ ETZ250 1982 MZ TS MZ TS MZ ETS250 1980 MZ TS MZ ETZ

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR BIKERS WITH A DISABILITY Side Hall 2, 13 288 A Mills 1985 Honda Goldwing 289 NABD 2000 Suzuki GS

NATIONAL AUTOCYCLE & CYCLEMOTOR CLUB Argyle 18 331 J Aston 1957 Her-cu-Motor Moped 332 N Devonport 1957 Sun Hornet 333 I MacGregor 1958 Norman Cyclemate 334 M Hele 1937 Mars Autocycle 335 M Stott 1983 Lambretta GP Touring 336 J Burgess 1957 Bown Autocycle 337 B Jeffcoat 1960 Powell Joy bike 338 R Hele 1938 Wanderer Autocycle 339 I Chisholm 1960 Norman Nippy Mark 3 340 S Lake 1970 Honda CT 341 P Raybould 1957 BSA Dandy 342 B Terry 1952 Derny Tandem NATIONAL SPRINT ASSOCIATION Side Hall 2, 31 634 I Massie 1958 BSA Bantam 635 A Tinnion 1956 Triumph Supercharger 636 S McNeil 1953 BSA Bantam 637 S Smith 1929 Ariel G 638 S Kirkpatrick 2000 Gilera Runner 639 J Phillips 1964 Aermacchi Ala-Dora 640 I Ausin 1965 Ducati Mach 1 641 D Smith 1992 Yamaha TZR 642 K Phillips 1964 Ariel Golden Arrow 643 S Massie 1952 Bown Sprinter 644 P Harman 1961 Triumph Supercharge Sprinter 645 A Took 1981 Honda CX500 NORTON OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 77 432 D Farrant 1905 Norton Vee Twin 433 N Shoosmith 1924 Norton 16H 434 I Somerville 1936 Norton International 435 C Streather 1939 Norton International 436 S Harrison 1947 Norton Model 18 437 D Harvey 1953 Norton Model 7 438 D Catton 1958 Norton Dominator 99 439 B Owen 1961 Norton Navigator Deluxe 440 I Dettmer 1962 Norton Model 99 Deluxe 441 C Kent 1972 Norton Norvil Commando 442 C Grimmett 1984 Norton Interpol 2 443 R Price 1994 Norton C652SM OWD CODGERS & FRIENDS Dirt Bike Hall 1 & 9 800 D Thomas 1964 Sprite 801 K Rodgers Royal Enfield Bullet 802 W Vokes 1954 Francis Barnet 803 M Hallows Yamaha Majesty 804 D Robertson BSA Bantam Rigid 805 C Fray 1954 Norton 500T Rigid 806 B White 1978 Bultaco Sidecar 807 B White 1979 Bultaco Sidecar 808 D Cooper Aprilia Sidecar 809 G Kidd 1965 BSA C15 810 K Hackney Italjet 811 M Allen Montesa Cota 812 S Chell Norton Wasp Moto X Sidecar 813 G Mann JAP Grasstrack 814 E Wooliscroft OSSA TR77 815 C Baker Bultaco Sherpa 816 R Smart Ariel HT 817 C Smart BSA Gold Star 818 C Dolman Yamaha TY175 819 W Tyler Gori RALEIGH MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 104 Selection of motorcycles used by the club members to be confirmed.

ROLLS-ROYCE VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 114 210 A Trueman 1926 AJS G6 211 C Trueman 1930 AJS S6 212 K Wakelin 1930 AJS R2 213 T Taylor 1934 Velocette Mk2 KTT 214 T Steaples 1957 BSA A10 215 R Phillips 1912 FN 216 J Phillips 1924 BSA L24 217 V Eckle 1927 Sunbeam Mod 5

JUNE 13-14, 2015

SEPTEMBER 4-5, 2015

OCTOBER 17-18, 2015

OCTOBER 29-NOVEMBER 1, 2015

NOVEMBER 7-8, 2015

The Footman James 36th Bristol Classic Car Show

The 22nd Carole Nash Eurojumble

The 22nd Carole Nash Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show

The International Dirt Bike Show

The Footman James 15th Classic Vehicle Restoration Show

Bath & West Showground, BA4 6QN

Netley Marsh, between Cadnam and Totton, Hants SO40 7GY

Stafford County Showground, Stafford ST18 0BD

Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire CV8 2LZ (CV8 2LG for sat nav)

JANUARY 9-10, 2016

FEBRUARY 6-7, 2016

FEBRUARY 13-14, 2016

FEBRUARY 20-21, 2016

The Carole Nash Classic Bike Guide Winter Classic

The 36th Carole Nash Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show

The Footman James 7th Great Western Autojumble

The Putoline Classic Dirt Bike Show

Newark Showground, Newark NG24 2NY

Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet BA4 6QN

Bath & West Showground BA4 6QN

International Exhibition Centre, Telford TF3 4JH

Bath & West Showground, BA4 6QN

’NORMOUS NEWARK AUTOJUMBLE SUNDAYS

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Stafford 2015 Show guide 41 CLUB STANDS ROYAL ENFIELD OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 72 585 D Hollyman 1969 RE Interceptor 586 A Styles 1971 Metisse Interceptor 587 R James 1960 RE Constellation 588 A Hitchcock 1959 RE Scrambler 589 E Barnes 1960 RE Super Meteor 590 I Houghton 1965 RE Continental 591 J Alcock 2015 RE Continental RUDGE ENTHUSIASTS’ CLUB Main Hall 62 461 J Fisher 462 P Clacy 463 B Dougan 464 R Gardiner 465 M Wild 466 S Clacy 467 M Griffiths 468 C Wild SCOTTISH CUB FEST Dirt Bike Hall 3 & 4 790 S Connell 791 R Connell 792 J Nicol 793 T Robotham 794 G Chick 795 S Shaw 796 I Farrow

1938 Rudge Special 1937 Rudge Special 1937 Rudge Special 1939 Rudge Ulster 1924 Rudge Four 1937 Rudge Ulster 1937 Rudge Rapid 1914 Rudge Multi

171 S Sharron 172 D Arthur

1990 Seeley Rep G50 1960 BSA Rocket

SUNBEAM MOTORCYCLE CLUB Argyle 22 747 R Duffin 1913 Triumph 748 R Parkington 1921 Tait Martinsyde Quick Six Special 749 J Robinson 1928 Rex Acme TT 8 750 R Bailey 1929 Rudge 751 J Matthews 1932 Scott Flying Squirrel Sports 752 J Diplock 1946 AJS 16C SUNBEAM OWNERS’ FELLOWSHIP Argyle 21 86 R Darling 1951 Sunbeam S7 Deluxe 87 C Temple Smith 1951 Sunbeam S7 Deluxe 88 C Martin 1948 Sunbeam S7 89 P Knight 1951 Sunbeam S8 90 C Griggs 1951 Sunbeam S8

SCOTT OWNERS’ CLUB LIMITED Balcony 111 755 L Onions 1932 Scott Reynolds Special 756 R Duffin 1928 Scott Super Squirrel 757 M Hecksher 1926 Scott 2 speed Flying Squirrel 758 S Neil 1923 Scott TT Side Car Outfit 759 S Gay 1929 Scott Flying Squirrel 760 A Waite 1928 Scott 3-speed super

TAMWORTH & DISTRICT CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 132 730 R Salmon 1956 BSA B31 731 J Stonard 1965 Triumph Tiger 732 L Orme 1961 Norton Navigator 733 P Small 1977 Triumph Jubilee Bonneville 734 N Doran 1973 Laverda SF1 735 R Duffin 1957 BSA Goldflash 736 P Preece 1973 Norton Commando 737 B Clarke 1967 Triumph Trophy 738 M Greatrex 1979 Honda Goldwing GL1000 739 J Eales 1962 Honda Special 740 R Whale 1955 Triumph T100 741 M Underhill 1955 Ariel Square Four 742 D Steele 1954 AJS 7R 743 R Peabody 1972 BSA B50SS 744 J Stonard 1970 Honda Super Dream

SOUTH WALES SUNBEAM MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 123 166 K Lewis 1960 BSA C15T 167 K Lewis 1963 Triumph T90 168 B Farmer 1950 Norton ES2 169 D Harrison 1972 Dresda Suzuki 170 A Jenkins 1964 Triumph Tiger Cub

TRIDENT & ROCKET 3 OWNERS’ CLUB Balcony 117 134 D Bloor 1975 Triumph T160 135 R Davies 1975 Triumph T160 136 N Dodd 1975 Triumph T160 137 J Young 1975 Triumph T160 Cardinal 138 M Taylor 1975 Triumph T160

1955 Triumph Terrier 1960 Triumph T20 Scrambler 1960 Triumph Tiger Cub Racer 1953 Triumph Terrier Racer 1954 Triumph Terrier 1954 Triumph Terrier Triumph

139 P Curbishley 140 J Done 141 S Ingram TRITON CLUB GB Balcony 121 388 S Blackwell 389 D Codd 390 P Andrews’ ‘Special’ 391 T Cookson 392 J Melville 393 M Hughes 394 J Sparham 395 P Ozanne 396 C Brennand

1975 Triumph T160 1975 Triumph T160 1975 Triumph T160

1960 Triton 1959 Triton Morgo 1960 Triton 1959 Triton 1961 Manx Triton 1962 Triton 1962 Triton 1961 Triton

TRIUMPH OWNERS’ MOTORCYCLE CLUB (BIRMINGHAM & WOLVERHAMPTON) Main Hall 65 196 B Williams 1978 Triumph Bonneville 197 A Malpas 2000 Triumph TT600 198 D Eagen 1998 Triumph Thunderbird 199 M Griffith 1942 Triumph 3HW 200 S Parton 1978 Triumph Bonneville 201 J Stirrup 1966 Triumph Bonneville 202 C Robin 1959 Triumph Tiger 110 203 P Ozanne 1959 Triumph Bonneville 204 B Birch 1996 Triumph Super 3 205 K Talbot 1973 Triumph Trident 206 T McKie 1975 Triumph Trident 207 O Lewis 1960 Triumph Tiger Cub TRIUMPH TIGER CUB & TERRIER CLUB Argyle 15 619 M Powell 1961 Triumph T20T 620 L Robbins 1955 Triumph T20 621 M Estall 1958 Triumph T20C 622 M Wright 1965 Triumph T20M 623 Lewis 1963 Triumph T20 624 M Dibley 1964 Triumph T20SH 625 B Harrison-Jennings 1964 Triumph T20 626 B Harrison-Jennings 1967 Triumph T20B 627 K Sprayson 1957 Triumph Terrier 628 H Evans Bike TBC 629 J Law Triumph TR20 630 N Skinner 1962 Triumph T20 631 C Davis Triumph Tiger Cub

UNWANTED MOTORCYCLE CLUB Balcony 109 839 C Lewis 2007 Suzuki GSX1400 840 P Teirney 1999 Suzuki Hyabusa 841 R Cox 1998 Honda Pan European 842 S Barks Suzuki GSXR 843 M Barks TBC 844 S Jones 1976 Triujph Bonneville T149V 845 P Jessop 2014 Yamaha 1300 VELOCETTE OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 89 504 M Baker 1931 Velocette KTT Mk III 505 J Plant 1934 Velocette KTT MkIV 506 F Allinson 1935 Velocette KTT MkV 507 R Thurston 1938 Velocette KTT Mk VII 508 J Shaw 1948 Velocette KTT MkVIII 509 E Bushell 1965 Velocette Thruxton 510 I Rhodes 1936 Velocette KTT Mk VI VINCENT HRD OWNERS’ CLUB Main Hall 64 513 1959 Vincent Nero 514 R Kettle 1949 Vincent Rapide 515 C Jackson 1950 Vincent Special 516 C Jackson 1955 Vincent Fox 517 J Ellor 1949 Vincent Meteor 518 E Elkin 1950 Vincent Comet 519 A Scott 1935 Vincent Comet 520 A Scott 1955 Vincent Firefly 521 K Glover 1956 Vincent Firefly 522 D Perry 1939 Vincent Rapide 523 H Worrall 1952 Vincent Comet 524 J Ellor 1953 Vincent Black Shadow VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE SCOOTER CLUB Main Hall 74 827 A Hawkins 1962 Lambretta Li 828 K Hall 1965 Velocette Viceroy 829 I Harrop 1955 Dayton Albatross 830 A Mills1954 Lambretta C 831 A Hill 2009 Vespa HP3 832 P Mowbray 1960 Vespa Sportique 833 P Whittle 1955 Lambretta D 834 A Schofield 1955 Lambretta SX 150 835 A Porter 1961 Heinkel A1 836 B Clough 1958 Zundapp Bella

42 SHOW GUIDE Stafford 2015 VJMC Main Hall 79 175 D Le Noan 176 C Herve 177 G Jeffery 178 H Cockerton 179 D Jupp 180 A Bolas 181 M Stevenson 182 M Linsley 183 E Middleton

1974 Yamaha RD250A 1999 Suzuki Hayabusa 1983 Honda CB250N 1960 Suzuki MA50 1967 Kawasaki W1 1999 Yamaha R6 1981 Suzuki X7 1994 Suzuki GSXR750 1990 Yamaha TDR250

VJMC (SOUTH STAFFS SECTION) Argyle 12 594 R Walters 1992 Honda CBR 595 R Gregory-Gibbons 1985 Honda VFR 596 M Duncombe 1987 Kawasaki Z1000 Eliminator 597 R Wooton 1975 Kawasaki Z900 598 P Starling 2000 Kawsaki ZX12R 599 J Starling 1980 Yamaha RS 600 N Rees 1977 Honda GL Goldwing 601 T Bullows 1981 Kawsaki GPZ 602 G Farrington 1970 Honda CB 603 T Farrington 1991 Kawasaki Zephyr 604 D Kingston 1982 Yamaha DT 605 B Scotch 1974 Suzuki TS 606 M Kingston 1989 Yamaha EXUP 607 A Titterton 1970 Honda SL 608 A Squire 1971 Honda CB 609 T Rogers 1990 Yamaha XJ VMCC LTD Main Hall 86 648 D Coxson 649 M George 650 P Lancaster 651 D Stewart 652 B Slack 653 VMCC 654 VMCC 655 M Waterford

1990 Moto Guzzi Le Mans MK V 1976 Honda ST70 Dax 1929 Grindaly Peerless Jap Brooklands Hundred Model 1914 Victoria 1973 BMW R75/5 1964 Triumph T100SS 1961 Triumph Tiger Cub 1979 Suzuki SP370

WOLVERHAMPTON & DISTRICT CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE CLUB Side Hall 2, 28 115 M Holmes 1969 BSA Rocket 111 116 L Askey 1928 Royal Enfield Special 117 T Clements 1959 Triumph Speed Twin 118 L Williams 1963 Triumph Tiger Cub 119 J Williams 1965 BSA Thunderbolt 120 G Ash 1961 Triumph Bonneville 121 B Taylor 1977 Triumph Bonneville T140V 122 G Taft 1962 BSA Gold Flash

WYCHE CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE CLUB Argyle 20 563 B Nicol 1960 Triumph T205 564 B Braithwaite 1970 BSA Starfire 565 S Jones 1972 Suzuki GT 750 J 566 T Mitchell 1960 Ariel Racer 567 R Bowyer 1962 Triumph Trials Cub 568 R Bowyer 1959 Triumph Tiger 110

PRIVATE ENTRIES – MAIN HALL 11 Mick Silverwood 12 Kevin Beestham 13 Alan Roberts 14 Malcolm Potter 15 Malcom Potter 16 Graham Nock 17 Mike Pemberton 18 Derek Gothard 19 Mike Allaway 20 David Frier 21 Neville Keeling 22 Dave Garland 23 John Cook 24 Roy Martin 25 Gordon Scott 26 Angus D Campbell 27 Angus D Campbell 28 Paul Gollings 29 Paul Golllings 30 Peter Ashmore 31 Harry Bullough 32 Ken Baxter 33 Jim Sutton 34 Rod Tomblin 35 Alessandro Altinier 36 Rod Tomblin 37 Roger Dunning 38 Roger Dunning 39 Gordon Scott 40 Ken Wilson 41 Tony Pollard 42 Mrs D Powell 43 Hayden Powell 44 John Abram

BMW Café Racer 1959 Norton 50 1964 Triumph T120 1980 BMW R65 1962 Matchless G50 1963 Ariel Leader 1955 Excelsior Talisman 1972 BSA Lightning 1968 Montesa Impala Sport 1972 MV Agusta Sport 1960 BSA A10 Spitfire 1962 Triton Special 1955 Sun Challenger 1958 Norton Special Const 1960 Triton 6T 1970 Triumph Bandit 1970 BSA Fury 1960 Corsaire 1960 Cotton Vulcan 1963 BSA X65 1968 Triumph T120 Bonni 1964 BSA Beagle 1934 Harley-Davidson 1969 Norton/Triumph Triton Ducati GP Bevel twin 1966 BSA A65 Lightning 1959 Triumph 21 1961 Triumph T20 1962 Triton 1951 Vincent Rapide 1935 BSA XO 1960 BSA Spitfire 1963 BSA R G S. 1974 Triumph Les Williams T150 Slippery Sam Replica 45 Tom Melia 1961 Norton Manx 46 Martin Cochrane 1950 James Superlux 47 Alan Rowlands 1960 Ducati Elite 48 David Oliver 1976 BSA Bantam D10a 49 George S Ruddock 1977 Triumph Bonneville Silver Jubilee 50 Adrian Wright 1985 Honda XBR500 51 Mark Beswick 1971 Triumph Trail Blazer T25 52 John Weedon 1965 Greeveo Anglia

53 Dave Meredith 1956 BSA DBD34 54 Philip Tracy 1962 Ambassador Electra 75 55 Stephen Turton 2005 Harley-Davidson Custom 56 Ron Jennings 1958 Norton Dominator 57 David Stewart 1921 Douglas Type B 58 Graham Bowen 1968 Triumph Bonneville T120R 59 Roger Hainsworth 1938 Norton OHC CS1 60 Robert Snuggs 1948 Triumph Tiger 100

PRIVATE ENTRIES – DIRT BIKE EXPERIENCE HALL

1002 Paul Balmain 1003 Peter Lockwood 1004 Steve Parkins 1005 John Miller 1006 Chris Lee 1015 Edward Farquar 1016 Dave Cartwright 1017 Tony Palmer 1018 Peter Lockwood

1929 Ariel Colt 250 1963 Monark 500 1980 Suzuki RM250 1979 Yamaha DT250mx 1978 Bultaco Shempa 250 1975 Suzuki TS250m 1971 Honda SL 70 1964 BSA C15T 250 1962 Matchless Metisse

Private Collections Michael Curtis Collection

Dirt Bike Hall 1008-1013 1969 Greeves Griffin 1969 BSA Chaney 1958 BSA Tri 1971 BSA B50 500 1964 Matchless Metisse 1967 Victor Metisse

Ferry Brouwer Display Dirt Bike Hall 8 and 8A Yamaha TY125 Yamaha TY250 Yamaha OW10 Yamaha OW10A 352 Yamaha Cantilever OW10 Kawasaki KT250

All-Star Classic Speedway & Vintage Motorcycles Dirt Bike Hall 1021-1026

Mortons Stand Exhibits – Main Hall Peter Williams Graham Nock

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Replica monocoque John Player Norton The Dawson Special

GP Paddock Bike Displays

Classic Racer Motorcycle Club 568 Fred Walmsley 566/567 George Cohen 561 Joe Johnson 556/557/558 Lloyd Dickinson 515 Mike Morris 564 Motorcycle Museum James Hewing Marquee National Motorcycle Road Races 565 Real Race Bikes 559/560 Solo Products 552 Steve Ledsham 563 Straightliners 562 Contractors: Caterers – Jenkinsons Ltd and The Barn Food Shop. Outside caterer – Severn Valley Catering. Bars – Pegasus Hospitality. Electrician – T G Hughes Electrical.

Security – TSS Security. Display equipment – Hire Requirements. Public address – Peter Lewis Communications. Traffic control management – TMS. Auctioneer – Bonhams.

First Aid – British Red Cross, Stafford.

SHOW OFFICIALS: Show exhibition manager – Nick Mowbray Exhibition administration manager – Glynis Roberts Exhibition sales executives – Andrew Kitchen and Andrew Catton Exhibition administrators – Jane Houldershaw, Jayne Stevens and Jacob Beeson Health & Safety advisor – Rachael Milner Founder and consultant – Alan Whitehead Sponsors – Carole Nash Consultants Ltd, The Classic MotorCycle, Classic Racer, Classic Dirt Bike.

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FIRST RIDE 45 Screen is a bit high, but can be easily fixed.

KTM 1290 Super Adventure £15,999 | 160bhp @ 8750rpm | 103lb-ft @ 6750rpm 1301cc, 4-stroke two-cylinder 75º V-twin

There’s a lot to control, but switchgear is well thought out and easy to use.

Tested by: Tony Carter This is the biggest of the large Adventure bikes from the Austrians.

It’s a flag-carrier for the new era of modern motorcycling. It’s a mile eater. It’s also expensive, but should that mean you look elsewhere? Hell no – this is one of the most incredible machines I’ve ridden…

Tell me about the engine

Essentially this is an 1190 Adventure with the cylinders, pistons and con rod from the awesome Super Duke 1290 launched just over a year ago.

The 75° V-twin 1301cc engine kicks out 160bhp, compared to a BMW R1200GSA’s 125bhp and with a lot more torque (103lb-ft@6500rpm versus 92lb-ft at the same revs). A stomping 77lb-ft of that Austrian oomph is available at just 2500rpm.

The Adventure is dripping with top tourer tech: cruise control, Hill Hold Control (HHC) – a system built into the bike that stops it from accidentally rolling backwards – semi-active suspension, four riding modes and four suspension modes coming as standard…

What’s the chassis like?

The Austrians call this the ‘luxury’ tourer and that’s largely down to the semi-active suspension, a live system that’s a first for KTM and changes

The 1290 Adventure is a big machine, and can appear imposing, but the weight is kept very low, and the bike's nimble at speed, or when pottering.

damping in real time underneath you as you ride. It reacts to how aggressive (or not) you’re being with the throttle, the type of road surface the suspension is sensing and levels of grip, lean and wheel slip. Monitoring the world thousands of times a second, this latest innovation might just be one of those iconic moments; a specific birth in motorcycle history.

The seat is new, the brakes are familiar – a radially-mounted twindisc four-piston Brembo set-up at the front and a two-piston Brembo caliper at the rear – while the subframe has an integrated luggage carrying system built in. Pillions have their own dial control for the heated pillion seat, and that big windshield is easy to adjust, requiring no tools.

It’s hard to get away from the tech on this bike; you get to choose the suspension setting you want, the amount of load on the bike, the amount of power and aggressiveness of the throttle action too. This is in four riding modes and four suspension modes. Accessing these is very simple – just two presses of a button will navigate you around the easy to understand digital screen and from there you can make your choices on the move. Once you get used to this system it becomes second nature.

Should I buy one?

So right now, I’ll lay my cards on the table. This is an amazing bike. It may just be the best bike made in this sector so far. It’s the bike I’d go for.

It’s a great choice for those looking for an adventure machine that will put a smile on your face; great fun to ride, plus it’s got plenty of bells and whistles to play with. Yes, it’s pricey at £15,999 but it comes with an adjustable screen, an integrated 12v socket, a type pressure monitoring system, selfcancelling indicators, spoked wheels, pannier mounts, engine crash bars and a centrestand. All as standard. Oh and don’t forget the heated grips and separately-controlled rider and pillion heated seats.

This bike is now the top of the KTM Adventure family – a family that has four machines in it with the 1290, 1190 R, 1190 and the new-licence friendly 1050. KTM is pushing the 1290 as the state-of-the-art in Adventure tourers.

And honestly, I’m finding it hard to argue with that.

So what’s it like to ride?

Let’s get the bits you’ll notice in the dealer’s shop window out of the way first. There’s all new styling with a massive screen, mounted into the fairing just under the shoulders are the cornering LED lights which light up as needed on each side of the bike as you go round bends. Get lower in the turn and more lights appear. The idea is that this helps you see as you corner… the reality is that it looks very cool indeed.

How the semi-active suspension feels on the move is actually quite hard to describe; mainly because you can’t feel it working, but you’re aware that something’s going on. As the bike’s springers change damping inline with the way you’re riding, you can feel the bike stiffen or relax accordingly. This happens without you doing anything other than working the throttle or throwing the bike into a corner – there’s a real sense of the bike being alive around you; aware of what you want. After a couple of corners you can just forget about the tech and get back to that lovely art of riding bikes.

It may look big and top-heavy, but it’s not. A lot of the weight is kept low and the 1290 is very nimble at speed or pottering pace, and the firm has spent a lot of time re-routing air flow across the top of the motor so that hot air doesn’t hit the rider in the vegetables – an old fault of the 1190 on long rides. It works, kind of – you can still get a bit cooked at 20° plus if you’re riding at a ‘brisk and spirited pace’.

For the majority of the launch ride I set the suspension to Comfort mode and had the throttle on Sport. I wanted to see how quickly the chassis could react to very aggressive, full-on power, snapping on and off between perilous switchback mountain roads, but still return to luxurious plodding comfort when I had to roll off the gas for the occasional little town. And I’m telling you now that it’s amazing. The semiactive suspension worked perfectly, despite hours of me trying to upset the apple cart with lots of purposefully ham-fisted blasts of full-on KTM power.

Brakes, chassis and even dash are familiar in look and feel. If you’ve ridden a big KTM before then the 1290 feels very much like the 1190, but wider and more upright. There’s plenty of legroom; a full day of hard riding didn’t see me suffer one bit of cramp, and I can’t imagine anyone having issues with the ergonomics of the 1290.

So it’s all good. Aside from two small points. The first is the screen – it deflects a lot of wind but it’s just an inch too tall for the 5ft 8in me, and as such it’s when the bike’s leant right over I found that the top inch of the screen was slap bang in my line of sight. There is a simple, although unofficial, cure for this – take the screen off, turn around the brackets for it and mount the screen back into position. Voila, inch lower. I could have just raised the seat unit up by 10mm to cure it too.

The second gripe is the seat padding.

It’s okay but only okay. There’s not enough foam around the shoulders of the seat where the bottom of your thigh sits. I’m not saying it’s uncomfortable because it’s not, but as far as seats go on this sort of bike, it’s a light-year away from the wonderful Triumph seats right now.

But really, that’s it in terms of anything negative. The riding modes, that suspension and the whole way the bike can turn from luxurious, comfortable and easy-to-ride super tourer into a taut, responsive and just plain fun upright 160bhp superbike move the game on a whole new level.

The 1290 even gave me a return of 35.3mpg from the 30 litre fuel tank on the day’s often very, very quick and aggressive riding; genuinely surprised me. Trust me, for testing a bike like this we ride hard and far, and to see anything in the 30s wasn’t expected, so a 35.3mpg figure is genuinely welcome.

Go ride this bike and you’ll see that what we’ve got here is a real glimpse of the future.

TECH SPEC Price: £15,999 Engine: 1302cc four-stroke, 75º V-twin 1301cc Power: 160bhp (119kW) @ 8750rpm Torque: 103lb-ft (140Nm) @ 6750rpm Kerb Weight: 249kg Seat height: 810mm Tank size: 30 litres – 4 litres reserve www.ktm.com/gb

46 FIRST RIDE

Can-Am Spyder RT-S £24,199 | 115bhp@7250rpm | 96lb-ft@ 5000rpm | 1330cc liquid-cooled, in-line triple.

Tested by: John Milbank Photography: Joe Dick THE most common response when I’ve turned up at my mates’ homes on the Spyder has been “I don’t get it”.

“Why would you want that?” and “You might as well have a car,” usually soon followed. It’s easy to dismiss this three-wheeled tourer, but ride one long enough and it starts to make a lot of sense…

Tell me about the engine

Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP), the Canadian company also behind Can-Am, Ski-Doo, Sea-Doo and more also owns engine manufacturer Rotax. The 1330cc ACE engine is built in Austria and makes a healthy 115bhp and 96lb-ft of torque.

What this actually means is that from around 2500 to 5000rpm, the RT-S has grunty, muscle-car performance.

From 5000 to the redline just past 8000rpm, it goes like a supercar.

The fuel-injected motor uses ride-by-wire to link the throttle, which also comes with cruise control as standard, fed by a 26-litre tank.

The six-speed transmission is a semi-auto ‘box, with easy-to-reach paddles on the left bar – press forward to go up a gear, and pull back to go down. When decelerating, the gearbox automatically changes down, ensuring you’re always in the correct gear to pull away smoothly and quickly.

The system won’t let you change up if the revs are too low, and when at a standstill, hold the large ‘R’ button on the left switchgear, then tap the paddle backwards to drop into reverse.

Front trunk swallows plenty of gear.

What’s the chassis like?

This is the ‘S’ version of the touring Spyder – the standard RT features traction control, stability control and ABS, while the S gains electronically adjustable rear air suspension – a simple button on the centre console allows you to firm or soften it.

With a kerb weight of around 470kg, the brakes have their work cut out, but a pair of Brembo four-piston calipers bite 270mm discs on the front, with a single-piston Brembo on another 270mm rear disc.

Coupled with the ABS and large contact patch of the 15 x 5in front and 15 x 7in rear wheels, the set-up has no problem bringing the Spyder to a stop. The 165/55 R15 and 225/50 R15 Kendas look like car tyres, but are ‘for special motorcycle use only’.

The stability control system helps to prevent the Can-Am from tipping over in hard corners – push hard in the dry and as the front double Aarms and Sachs shocks reach opposite extremes of travel, the engine’s power is cut.

This, combined with the traction control keeps the Spyder settled – the TC light often flashes, particularly when leaving wet roundabouts at speed, though you’re rarely aware of it interfering with the fuelling.

If anything, I’d have liked to have seen a more aggressive ‘Rain’ mode – while it’s fun to step the back of the machine out at low speed, very wet roundabouts can sometimes be a little disconcerting if you’re hustling.

Boot is deep, and has 12v outlet.

There’s plenty of space for the weekly shop.

Clear dash combines analogue and digital displays.

Gear selector paddle is perfectly positioned.

Having said that, this isn’t the type of bike that would normally be ridden hard, and only when ‘exploring the possibilities’ does the Can-Am start to lose traction.

overtaking a lot, so a gentle tour should see 40mpg, taking the potential maximum range from 200 to 230 miles.

The rear box also contains a 12v power socket, and an optional towball gives an additional 181kg of towing capacity.

I dropped the bike back at 158 Performance in Tallington, Lincs, where servicing (every 9000 miles or one year) typically costs £260-£380, depending on mileage.

Legally, you don’t have to wear a helmet – but I think you’d be daft not to – and if you’ve held your car licence since before January 19, 2013, you don’t need a motorcycle licence. Some insurers might want you to have a bike licence, but shop around.

I got a quote from Principal Insurance – the RT-S would cost me £440 a year for fully-comp, which compares with £295 for a Gold Wing.

Principal also offer fully comprehensive cover for trailers, which is worth knowing with these machines.

Should I buy one?

This is where people get confused.

Sure, you can’t filter like you would on a bike, and unlike a car, you do get wet when it rains. Simplify your thinking to that level, and you won’t want one.

However, look at it as a big touring machine and things start to change.

A Honda Gold Wing costs £25,399 – slightly more than this RT-S. A couple passionate about touring, who’ve come to a point where they don’t want to give up biking, but also don’t want to balance the 421kg motorcycle, might well consider a Spyder.

Introduced in 2008 to the UK, there are already more than 500 on the UK roads, with a wide audience: Wayne Rooney and Peter Crouch own the sportier models.

The RT-S has a huge 155 litres of storage in its twin rear panniers, rear box and front trunk (a shade over the ‘Wing’s 150 litres); easily enough for a tour, or just a week’s shopping, as I found out on a trip to Tesco (though you can only fit full-face lids in the right pannier and front trunk).

Heated grips are standard on all RTs, but this S model also comes with heated passenger grips, which my wife claims are the “best things ever”. A heated seat would have been a nice addition, though one is available as an option.

This bike came with the optional rider’s backrest, which adds to the incredibly comfortable standard seat.

The clear, full-colour display – which sits between analogue speed and rev dials – gives additional info, including suspension setting, gear position, clock etc. The screen also shows data for the AM/FM radio and iPod control (currently pre-Lightning connection only).

A tone control and RDS radio were the only notable omissions, besides a fuel economy gauge, though a neat touch are the stereo controls also fitted to the pillion handle. Working it out, I got 35mpg during my rides – I tend to be quite heavy handed, and was

So what’s it like to ride.

At first, terrifying. As a biker, you expect to lean and counter-steer; the Spyder feels so alien at speed that it takes a couple of hours to relax into it. My first ride was in torrential rain along the M6, and I’ll admit to being frightened. I didn’t know what the bike might do, and when I hit a huge area of standing water, my instinctive corrections at the moment of aquaplaning only made things worse.

But after a while it all starts to click.

On that soaking ride home, I started to realise that a cheeky bit of extra throttle in small roundabouts could see the back-end step out, but it never got too far out of shape. There was none of the nervous tottering I’d have been doing had I been on two wheels, and when ridden sensibly, the Can-Am has a poise and precision that makes it easy to enjoy in any weather.

The width can sometimes be unnerving – roundabouts again show this up, as you don’t have the potential space a bike offers, so at first you feel more vulnerable as you’re closer to the trucks and other traffic.

The very precise steering (with unobtrusive power assistance) also

Four-pot Brembos feature ABS. translates the slightest touch into a direction change, so a light grip on the bars is all that’s needed.

Losing the leaning motion of a bike can make rides a little more tiring on twisty routes. This is offset by not having to hold the machine up at a standstill, but there is more effort required to flowing through tighter corners than simply leaning your body.

True, you won’t be able to ‘create’ gaps in traffic like you would on a bike, but when there is a space to be taken, dropping down through the smooth, quick gearbox delivers a pleasing howl from the Rotax engine as you quickly pass.

This is no city commuter; it’s a touring machine, and in its natural environment it finally clicks into place.

When I first took my wife out on it she squealed “Slow down, I don’t like it”– she too is used to the rolling nature of a bike – but as the miles slid away she settled into the plush seat and enjoyed those heated grips.

Coming out of a small village, we reached a stunning hill-top of rolling fields. A car would never offer this freedom of view, and we were able to roll gently to a stop without worrying about the bad camber, muddy edge and potholes that would make balancing a large touring bike unnerving. Relaxed, we took it all in, then carried on to the pub.

You might claim the Can-Am Spyder RT-S has got all the disadvantages of a bike, with none of the benefits of a car. I prefer to look at it as having all the incredible views and much of the feeling of a bike, with many of the conveniences of a car. This is a niche machine; a test ride of the RT-S might be just what you need to awaken your passion for touring. Or maybe it’s not for you at all. Yet.

TECH SPEC Price: £24,199 Engine: Rotax 1330cc liquid-cooled, inline triple Power: 115bhp (86kW) @ 7250rpm Torque: 96lb-ft (130Nm) @ 5000rpm Kerb weight: 470kg Seat height: 772mm Tank size: 26 litres uk.brp.com/spyder

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The Racer’s cowl cuddles the simple clocks, but you can’t hide behind it.

Yamaha XJR1300 From £8599 | 98bhp@8000rpm | 80lb-ft@6000rpm 1251cc air-cooled inline four-cylinder Tested by: Tony Carter

Clean and to the point – exactly how we love our muscle bikes’ clocks.

BIg mAchIneS from years ago are all the rage these days, but Yamaha could never be accused of jumping on a bandwagon – the XJR1300 is now in its 20th year, so giving this air-cooled classic a revamp is a no-brainer.

Redesigned as part of Yamaha’s Yard Built Project, the changes to the bike are effectively cosmetic: a new solo seat option, funky side-covers where numberplates would go, new handlebars with three different options of bend, a blacked-out 4-2-1 exhaust and other tweaks for looks here and there. And a smaller fuel tank.

There are two versions of the new XJR available; the standard and Racer. The Racer gets a host of parts fitted by the dealer to change riding position and looks, at a £1000 premium.

Tell me about the engine

The motor is the familiar 1251cc inline four-cylinder dual overhead cam unit making 98bhp @ 8000rpm and 80lb-ft @ 6000rpm. The same five-speed gearbox is still here, which needs

stirring in tight corners as the torque doesn’t really start to flow until 4000rpm. That’s part of the pleasure of riding the bike for me, and once the tap’s on, the motor pulls smoothly all the way to 10,000rpm – as it has since the last fuelling upgrade in 2007.

The matt-black exhaust pipes of the 4-2-1 Akrapovic system are a nice cosmetic touch, and very ‘of the period’.

The bike might sound a bit quiet for some – thanks to emission laws – but on the gas it still has a meaty howl.

As you’d expect from this air-cooled engine, a lot of heat comes off the cylinders; during low temperatures and soaking rain I used it to warm my hands for a few seconds when stopped at junctions. On a hot day, while on the move, you can’t feel the engine heat, but once you stop it’s a familiar presence.

What’s the chassis like?

The frame is a very retro-looking, beautiful steel double-cradle, with a real charm to the conventional 38mm forks and twin Öhlins’ shocks.

Twin 298mm discs are bitten by two-piston calipers on the front (still those 1998 R1-style units that once got us so excited), with a 267mm disc and single two-piston caliper on the rear.

The brakes are a joy, delivering instant grip in a useable way, though some riders may want to note that there’s no ABS. cast, three-spoke wheels ape the mid-1980s Superbike-look, with 120/70 and 180/55 tyres.

Should I buy one?

Riders of the new XJR are well catered for, with a sculpted 829mm seat, two analogue dials on the dash, and a small digital display for fuel and temperature info. nice and simple.

Pillions aren’t quite as well looked after, with a smaller-than-before seat and a big bend required at the legs.

You’re less likely to be doing big miles two-up, especially when you look at the new (plastic) tank; 14.5 litres, down from the previous model’s 21 litres means fuel stops could be an issue now. We reckon this bike will be good for around 120 miles – a hefty 50 miles less than the outgoing model.

So what’s it like to ride?

During the launch I rode both the standard and the Racer versions of the bike… it’s amazing how different a machine can feel with just fairly rudimentary changes to riding position. The cafe racer-styled machine pitches you much more forward and prone thanks to the clip-on handlebars. And while the riding position looks great – arguably it’s The rider silhouette for this type of bike – it does put too much weight on your wrists. I managed about an hour on the bike before the odd shake of the arm came along to negate the numb wrist. The prone position does keep you out of any windblast at higher speeds, and getting really low on the XJR is easy, though the cafe-racer fairing is so full of fittings you can’t easily see in front of you without hovering your head about five inches over the tank when properly tucked in.

To be fair, it’s unlikely many riders of the 1300 Racer will be using it like this anyway.

The Racer’s cowl and clip-on bars transform the look and ride.

On both versions of the bike, the seat is terrific; its narrowed-down profile and good support make the XJR a doddle to paddle around at standstill, and the set-up really lets you get hunkered-in to the bike in the corners.

It’s a treat.

The suspension can feel a touch crude at times; cranked over in fourth gear for a long series of sweeping corners saw ripples and bumps in the road that the suspension was struggling with a bit, but the bike’s overall chassis is so well-refined that it shrugged off the pogoing front-end and just rode through the issue straight and true.

The inherent easiness to the ride of the XJR makes it feel like it should be wallowy in the corners, but get into the twisties and the bike’s character really comes through – the XJR is terrific to turn in pretty hard while still on the brakes, sticking to the line easily. It’s a very forgiving machine.

The lack of ABS might worry the newer rider used to such affordable things on virtually every bike these days but if, like me, you’re of a certain age where you grew up on machines with decent brakes bereft of modern trickery then this is a welcome return. There’s plenty of feedback and feel from the stoppers, and while they can be locked, it’s all stable and under control.

After the recent Yamaha Tracer launch I said that it felt like Yamaha had its mojo back; that it was making

motorcycles again that needed a rider to ride them. Yamahas used to be about being good at lots of things, but being best at complementing the rider’s style and skill. And that stands true with the 1300. It’s a bike that has the look, the real heritage and the style. It’s got presence and attitude when needed.

The XJR can not only walk the trendy line of fashion, but it can also go a few rounds on a Sunday morning with the sportbikes. And all without the electronic bells and whistles of so many of today’s motorcycles.

Plastic tank is considerably smaller than before, which may bother some.

TECH SPEC Price: £8599 (Cafe Racer version £9599) Engine: 1251cc air-cooled, four-valves, dohc, forward-inclined parallel four-cylinder Power: 98bhp(73kW)@8000rpm Torque: 80lb-ft(108Nm)@6000rpm Kerb weight: 240kg Fuel capacity: 14.5 litres www.ktm.com/gb/ready-to-race

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Three steps to caring for your lid

Dos and don’ts ● Do keep on top of cleaning – it makes it easier in the long run. ● Do keep your lid where it can’t be knocked or dropped, and don’t throw it around! ● Do leave the visor open when not in use, to let the interior vent and keep the seal relaxed (apply a spot of silicone to keep it soft). ● Do carry it properly; by the chinstrap or in its bag, not by the chinbar. You can damage the rubber, and the acid and dirt from your hands can affect the rubber and the inside.

We hope you never need to test out the protective qualities of your helmet, but it’s important to make sure it performs at its best (and doesn’t stink)…

Tested by: Carli Ann Smith Photography: Joe Dick

AS A rule of thumb, a lid should be replaced after about five years. Wear and tear, hair oils and sweat will affect the lining, while exposure to chemicals in the air can also degrade the shell and polystyrene inner.

There’s no law telling you when to change, and how much you use it will determine the life cycle, but taking care of it will ensure it lasts.

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1 Mark Eilledge has been working with bike lids for nearly 20 years; Nolan, XLite, Arai… he’s now the racing and technical manager for Shark, training dealer staff and attending every round of British Superbikes to look after sponsored and supported riders. Plus World Superbikes and MotoGP when they come to the UK. He said: “Last year at the final BSB round, there were 65 riders using Shark – some of whom were sponsored and others who had chosen to buy them for the season.”

He’s a man that knows, so follow his care tips to get the best from your lid…

Clean it. I’d recommend using hand-soap and water – or an approved helmet cleaner – and soft cloth. There are special helmet products out there which may look like a simple scourer but they’re not; they’re designed for plastics and paintwork and don’t scratch. Never use a household scourer on your helmet.

Take the visor off and gently clean it (and any anti-fog inserts) then use cotton buds to get into the vents – little bugs can get inside and work their way through the vent and rot. I also use a small screwdriver wrapped in a cloth to get into the little gaps around the visor fitting mechanism.

Check the shell for any marks or scratches – it could indicate damage to the inside, but not always.

Scratches on the visor can’t be polished out and are distracting; dangerous even, particularly at night.

Also check the visor mechanism, any flip-front device, and all vents are working.

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Remove the liners. If your lid has removable liners take them out.

Imagine using the same pillow case for three years – the helmet starts to deteriorate because of the acids and the sweat from your head. By washing them you’re getting rid of the bacteria and making them last longer, not to mention making the helmet fresher and cleaner.

You can either pop the liners in a small washing net on a delicate wash, or clean them by hand with a mild soap (like baby shampoo). Work the soap into the foam and be sure to rinse it properly. It’s all about the rinsing – getting that dirt and bacteria out of the sponge.

If you don’t have removable liners, you can lay the lid upside-down on a towel in the bath, before gently washing it with baby shampoo and cool water from the shower-head.

You must leave it to dry naturally – away from heat – which could take several days.

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Inspect the inside. With the liners removed you can see the polystyrene; check it for damage or discolouration that could indicate a weakness in protection. Give the inside of the shell a clean with a baby wipe, and remember to get those little flies that have worked their way in through the vents.

Once your liners are dry then you can put them back in and start to reassemble your lid. We have video links on the Shark website for all of our helmets as sometimes people can find getting the liners back in a challenge – but it’s all down to practice and knowing the technique.

● Do ask your dealer. Some can service helmets, and carry a range of spare or additional parts. ● Do use a professional. You shouldn’t ever paint your own helmet; paint fumes can disintegrate the inner polystyrene. ● Don’t use a bike cleaner – some of the chemicals can affect the plastic parts and make them brittle. ● Don’t put your helmet on your tank or anywhere near petrol; the fumes alone will melt and shrink the polystyrene. ● Don’t keep it on the wing mirror – the edge can damage the inside. ● Don’t let it get too hot; polystyrene will be affected from 60°C. Some people damage helmets by trying to get action camera mounts off using a hairdryer on low heat, but be aware of localised temperature. Keep it away from radiators or spotlights too. ● Don’t assume it will be okay.

Shark – for instance – runs an inspection service. It’s better to be safe than sorry.

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The motorcycle jeans test

With high-street supermarkets now selling motorcycle jeans, John Milbank finds out if you really do ‘get what you pay for’…

Photography: Joe Dick

Here at MCM we don’t like to look at the negatives of biking, but having fallen off a bike myself (ermm, a few times), I’ve got to admit that it does happen.

I used to ride in plain jeans when popping out to the shops – I figured they’d be okay if I wasn’t going too fast, and besides, I had mates who’d crashed in them without any injuries. That was until I fell off my old Honda Dominator.

On a roundabout. At running pace. Just down the road from my house. I walked away fine, but my knee was a mess. It was proper biking kit all the way from then.

There’s a fantastic choice of gear now, and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

Granted, if you want the best, you need to pay more, but there are also good options out there if you’re on a budget.

So how cheap can you go? One of our contributors recently reviewed a pair of premium quality motorcycle jeans.

Fully-lined with para-aramid, he compared them to a very cheap part-lined pair that he also owned. Sold by Aldi under the ‘Crane’ brand, they cost just £30, and are quite well constructed with what appears to be reasonable quality protective material covering the bum, hips and knees.

Interestingly, when I posted the review online, we received a lot of feedback from people stating that their Aldi jeans were fantastic, based not on their experience of a crash, but for being “cheap” and “comfortable”. ➧

After testing the jeans for the video, I dragged them over a few more laps; even after this extreme punishment, the premium quality jeans still gave good protection. The same can’t be said for the budget pair.

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Know-How 55 What’s inside them?

It’s important to understand that, while many bikers will talk about their ‘Kevlar jeans’, this is often (incorrectly) used to describe what is in fact a para-aramid or other specialist fabric.

Para-aramids have for many years been woven or knitted into a lightweight fabric to resist heat, abrasion, knives and bullets. They’re used in everything from automotive drive belts to military ballistic helmets. But Kevlar is actually the trade-name of a product made by DuPont; some brands use it, while other manufacturers use a quality

alternative para-aramid, or even their own high-tech materials.

Covec and Pekev are two other technologies, with each used in motorcycle jeans. You’ll find the liquid-crystal polymers of Covec for instance (also used in Vectran) in ropes, sails and even Mars landers.

Every type of fibre has its own properties and advantages.

Think of it like doing the Hoovering – people are often actually referring to Dyson, or Electrolux, or Henry.

Kevlar, Covec, K-Tech, Pekev, paraaramids… as more companies invest money in developing the kit to protect us bikers, our choices grow, which has to be a good thing!

Part-lined or fully-lined?

Manufacturers use different materials and different construction methods for the protection in their jeans.

You’ll generally find jeans in two styles; part-lined and fully-lined.

Good-quality part-lined jeans can offer decent protection, but where and how that protection is placed varies. Some brands will only cover the bottom and knees, whereas others also give coverage to the hips, or sometimes the entire front of the thighs.

Only fully-lined jeans will have the potential to gain CE approval, but even those without the thicker lining and ankle restraints required for approval can offer you good levels of protection however you fall.

If in doubt, turn the trousers inside out and look at what’s protected: you’re unlikely to slide on the insides of your knees, but what would happen if you came off your bike and landed on your front? Are your thighs protected? Also check how the protection is fitted; If it’s a small patch sewn onto the denim, it could come free and be of no use in a crash. Quality linings can also help prevent the jeans from tearing open at the crotch.

How much protection do I really need?

If money’s no object, you still might not choose the highest levels of protection. Many brands offer jeans in their range with CE-Level 1, and some even exceed the higher Level 2 approval… this testing standard looks not only at the garment’s impact and abrasion resistance, but also at its construction and fit. It’s your guarantee that the clothing is most likely to survive a serious tumble. But don’t be confused by gear that is CE approved, and others that have CEapproved protection fitted, as this refers just to the armour installed.

Ultimately, your choice is all about compromise; to achieve the highest performance, motorcycle jeans need multiple layers that can add bulk.

Think about where and how you’re riding – better that you wear a pair with good protection for every trip, than don’t wear a pair when you don’t fancy it. My own jeans aren’t CEapproved, but I have every faith in them offering me the safety I need for day-to-day riding.

Whatever you choose, there are plenty of options available, which brings us back to the opportunity to kit yourself out in something that potentially costs less than a round of beers.

The test

This isn’t science. A CE-standard test requires the work of leading research and testing organisations like SATRA, but it doesn’t take a lab-coated boffin to tell you that, if you do crash a bike, you might not just slide on your bottom.

I’ve smacked onto my knees near home, tumbled sideways across McLeans at Donington, slid on my back under a local fly-over and sprawled on my front in Wales.

How to spot a good pair

Good quality denim is surprisingly resilient to a scuff with the road, but it does age and start to wear – quickly in the case of lower quality material. If you’re wearing a particularly poor pair of bike jeans, the denim could easily fail before it would on a pair of heavy-weight fashion jeans. If that impact occurs on an area not protected by a safety lining, you’re in trouble.

When buying motorcycle jeans, look for good-quality stitching, a decent weight to the denim and a consistency in colour between the panels. Unless you’re a materials expert, you can’t guarantee the best, but it’s a good indication the manufacturer has put some care into its product.

Front of both pairs BEFORE test.

I wanted to keep this test simple, so by dragging a pair of quality, fullylined motorcycle jeans, and a pair of budget-priced part-lined jeans, I hoped to get an idea of what could happen if things go pear-shaped.

Option one was to have me sat in the jeans and towed behind a car. Our Health and Safety department put a stop to that; option two was to sling them out the back of a car while driving down the road.

Apparently this might contravene some traffic laws, so in the end I settled on Stretton Go Kart circuit in Leicester.

Having raced pit-bikes there, I knew the track, and that the friendly owners would let me loose.

In keeping with the original online review, a new pair of Hood K7 jeans and a new pair of Aldi jeans were slipped onto two old pairs of motorcycle jeans, each filled with offcuts of para-aramid. This created around 20kg of weight in each.

That’s a fair way from the weight of most of us bikers, and as I also wouldn’t be able to get up to speed, then drop the jeans onto the track (like in a real crash), both pairs travelled much further behind the kart than you would expect in a real slide of a few seconds over tens of metres. This is a comparison – putting the two head-tohead still gives a very useful idea of the differences between the two products. ➧

56 Know-How The results

Getting up to just over 55mph, and letting the jeans flail around behind the kart, I completed four laps of the 850m circuit. It might sound ludicrous to expect any piece of protective equipment to last a slide of two miles, but if you watch the video at bit.ly/jeanstest you’ll see that these lighter-than-a-human dummies spent

a lot of time in the air. Remember too that the energy involved in an impact at speed is much greater than the slide that comes afterwards, so the longer drag duration just spreads that energy over a greater time.

Of course, there’s a bit more to it than that, but remember – this is a direct comparison.

The police view on cheap kit

We spoke to Cambridgeshire Road Policing’s Inspector Mark Rogers: “Roads are dirty and very hard; skin is no match when the two come into contact. All clothing is not equal and some garments will disintegrate like a well-used tea bag when they’re really needed.

“We wear CE-approved leathers for work, but I’ve bought some branded Kevlar jeans for myself. I would steer clear of non-branded stuff; you get what you pay for! I’ve also had the zip changed in my leather jacket, so I can zip the jeans to it.

“The stupidity of some people amazes me – spending thousands on their bike, and tuppence on the clothing. Buy the best you can afford and don’t skimp on safety; be safe and THINK!”

It’s important that any bike jeans are well constructed. I’ve worn partlineds from one of the premium brands, but the cheap pair here had the para-aramid patches sewn directly to the denim.

When this thread caught the track, the protection was allowed to move, which would not only reveal the skin beneath, but also allowed the aramid to bunch up and fail more quickly.

Frankly, the damage to the jeans that would leave flesh exposed was frightening compared to the premium quality pair.

During the same drag, the fullylined jeans survived much better. In fact, as they’re built of much higher-

quality denim, and even the insides of the pockets are made of denim, there were few holes created.

Where the denim had failed, the para-aramid was intact, and at the knees, the armour was above the para-aramid, so the test only holed the denim. The cheap pair had burnt through the denim and para-aramid at the knees; while the armour protected this area, had it moved during a real slide it would have left your knee-cap exposed.

It’s your choice

These cheap jeans certainly offered some protection, and I’d be the first to say that, if you only have a very limited budget, then please do spend it on

what you can. In fact, this Aldi pair had a superior construction to some unbranded ‘bargain’ jeans I saw at a recent motorcycle show.

But every crash is different, and while part-lined jeans have been proven to save riders through good quality design, the top ones tend to have the para-aramid running a fair way down the back of the leg – much further than in this pair.

In this fairly extreme test, our premium-quality, fully-lined motorcycle jeans proved a valuable point that yes, you do get what you pay for. These are not CE-approved, but they are well built, from highquality materials. Are they worth the extra money? I think so.

Will jeans be useless after one crash?

The cloth pocket of the budget jeans offered no extra protection, and the lining has holed. This wasn’t helped by being free to pull away from the denim and ruck up.

There’s some damage to the front of the premium jeans, but the protective lining wasn’t reached – it’s even sewn into the cover of the fly.

Only a top-end set of motorcycle leathers will likely stand multiple crashes – great if you’re a club racer, but not the comfiest proposition for a ride to a café. If you are unlucky enough to fall off, and your kit saves your skin, you could still be faced with a bill to replace it. Fortunately, even if there’s no third party to blame, you could be covered.

Dave Bowcock, MD of Principal Insurance: “Effective protective gear costs money so it’s wise for riders to protect their pockets too. They can do this through helmets and leathers cover which Principal offers as an optional extra with our bike insurance. If they’re in a no-fault accident and have taken out our motorcycle legal cover they can also use this to help recover the cost of replacement gear, plus any other uninsured losses they have suffered.

“We’ll also shortly be launching a home insurance policy created specifically for bikers which will include – as standard – cover for helmets and other biking gear, plus protection for spare parts not attached to a bike, and free storage of the insured bike should the garage in which it’s stored be flooded.”

If you’re already in a policy without kit cover, there might still be an option.

We spoke to Vanessa Chance from LV= Insurance: “Bikers may be able to claim for damaged kit under their home contents policy. With one of our personal possessions cover add-ons, any items under the value of £1500 that are worn or carried while away from home are insured against loss or damage.

“Like many home contents policies however, helmets aren’t insured as they’re considered a motorcycle accessory, though these are covered with one of our motorcycle insurance policies”.

You’ll need to check any excess that applies to your insurance, but it’s reassuring to know that good insurance policies will often have you covered.

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Riding America on a wing and a prayer After riding a Honda CT110 from Sydney to London, Nathan Millward continues his adventure across America in what promises to be a fantastic follow up to his first book The Long Ride Home.

I didn’t have much of a plan. I was just going to ride west and see where the road would take me. I’d landed in America – New York to be precise – flying me and the bike from London Heathrow at a cost of about £650. The bike was the same 105cc Honda CT110 (Aussie post bike) that I’d ridden back from Australia to England a few years before. On that trip I’d done 23,000 miles and grown quite fond of living a life on a motorbike, alone in the world as I was for nine months at a time.

I didn’t have much money, maybe about £500, give or take, to get me all the way across, a distance of approximately 3000 miles, or so I thought. I planned on camping wild and eating as cheaply as I could. It helped that the bike did more than 100mpg and that spares for it were pretty cheap. In an ideal world I would have saved up more money, but the timing was right and so I just had to go with what I had and hope it was enough.

In New York, the day I was due to hit the road, I was pulled over by policeman and told I couldn’t ride a foreign motorbike in America. He was wrong about this, but it made me nervous of meeting more policeman along the way. For this reason, rather than ride due west in the direction of Philadelphia and Washington, I headed north-west into the quieter parts of Pennsylvania. As long as the sun set ahead of me then I was heading in the right direction...

Camping wild in America is tough.

Every piece of land is owned by someone and surrounded by fencing.

You have to pick your spot, on the edge of nightfall, darting behind a hedge or up a lane before you’ve been spotted. You get a bad night’s sleep, and get going before sunrise the next morning.

What also didn’t help this endeavour was the bike’s top cruising speed of 40 miles per hour. This meant that I had to avoid the interstates and major highways, instead, taking the secondary roads that would often lead me through quiet towns and villages. I was seeing the parts of America that most people choose to avoid or don’t even know existed. It’s what made my trip what it was; an exploration through what felt like uncharted land.

I made it to Detroit, a city of two million in its heyday, but now, since the car industry collapsed, only a quarter of that remain. Much of the buildings and infrastructure were in decay and lay in ruins. Entire suburbs had been burned to the ground. It was probably the saddest sight I’d seen from the saddle of that bike, and that included some pretty grim parts of India and Nepal.

Chicago wasn’t that much better.

Nineteen people had been shot dead in drive-bys the night I rode in, and there I was with a target on the side of my crash helmet.

Route 66 wasn’t what I’d hoped, so when I made it to St Louis – the third most violent city in America – I turned off and headed west, through Missouri and Kansas. My bike’s called Dorothy after the previous owner’s favourite character from The Wizard of Oz, so to be riding through Kansas on an old Aussie post bike named Dorothy felt quite surreal. We stopped for a photo beside the sign.

In the prairie town of Wichita I met a man from Taiwan while queuing for a burger in McDonald’s. He was travelling cross-country with his teenage son. Having chatted a while the man insisted that rather than me spend the night in the tent by the side of the road, he would treat me to a hotel room (no strings attached) in the place that he and his son were staying.

My room cost this stranger $150; it’s these random acts of kindness that always seem to define any prolonged period on the road, especially when you travel alone and people can see that you’re vulnerable.

After Wichita came Dodge City (home of Wyatt Earp), before the Rocky Mountains loomed on the horizon. Having scaled the Himalayas I’d expected this to be easy, but along the off-road route that I took I’d often have to get off and push old Dorothy up the hills, because with only 7bhp and more than 11,000 feet of altitude the carb-fed engine was incapable of hauling both of us. Colorado is a great place to ride through; just mountains, forests and rivers, with dusty trails running through the wilderness. I stopped at the towns of Lake City, Silverton and Durango here. All just superb.

The landscape of cowboy and Indian movies followed. Utah and Nevada.

Monument Valley, Zion, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas and the road where Forrest Gump famously stops running.

It’s such an enchanting world out here and so easy to explore, even if you only

Small bikes rule?

There are many benefits to travelling on a small bike; light, discreet, often simple technology and therefore reliable. They’re also cheap to run and can be the difference between being able to afford a big trip and not. There’s something good about being on a bike that slows you down. If I’d had a big bike across America I would have taken more main roads, gone a lot faster and missed so much of what I saw. I’m not the only one to think like this;

have a fortnight. You could fly into Las Vegas, rent a car, bike or motorhome and see all this yourself.

Death Valley was my favourite place.

The base of it is below sea level, with salt flats along the bottom of it and then these big fiery red rocky walls keeping all the heat in. I camped that night, sat looking at the whispy pink sky until it fell dark. I got in my tent, went to bed, and to me it was a perfect evening...

By the time I made it to San Francisco (six weeks and 6000 miles later) I was out of money and the bike was struggling for power. As luck would have it I was invited to give a talk to a bike club in the neighbouring city of Oakland, and then the next night to a similar club in San Francisco.

At the end of the nights, both clubs had a whip-around and each raised more than $600 (out of pity I think). In two days I went from being broke to having $1200 stuffed in my jeans’ pocket. I used some of the money to ride the 900 miles up to Seattle (along the stunning Oregon coastline). The rest I used to fly home to England having left the bike in the garage of a friend I’d met on Facebook who lived in Seattle.

Irishman Sean Dillon has just finished an epic 40,000-mile trip from Alaska to Argentina on a Honda C90, and Ed March and his girlfriend are currently doing something similar on another pair of Cub90s. It can be more dangerous riding a slow bike on busy roads and sometimes when you just want to get somewhere it can be frustrating; perhaps a 250cc would be a good compromise. Either way, you certainly don’t need a big bike to do a big trip. You just need a slower mindset.

Riding across America on your own motorcycle

Having spent the winter working in a cardboard box factory in the Midlands to make some money, I flew back to Seattle, gave the bike a new piston and rebore, had the rear wheel rebuilt then hit the road north, hell-bent on making it through Canada and into Alaska. The weather was cold and the road was lonely, but what a fabulous place to ride. It really is a wilderness up there.

Looking back, I realise that I was lucky in the sense that I had no commitments, no house, no regular job or family to look after. It was just me and myself. Thankfully, I’ve since

realised that you can get those same sensations of cutting loose for a while even on a weekend trip to Scotland, or a fortnight roadtrip in France. You don’t have to ride around the world or even across America. As long as you just get out there on the bike that you own and ride. Safe travels, see you on the road.

Editor’s note: This is just a small taste of Nathan’s latest book: Running Towards the Light. You can buy this, and his brilliant The Long Ride Home – one of the best reads I’ve ever had – from www.nathanmillward.com

There are many ways to ride America. The easiest is to rent and for anything less than two weeks it makes the most sense. You pay up to $150 a day and flying in and out of Las Vegas, Los Angeles or San Francisco seem most popular.

You’re often required to pay a hefty deposit and have a high insurance excess unless you take out the waiver. Bike tours are also popular; taking the stress out of where to ride and what to see, guaranteeing you get the most out of your time.

For trips more than a fortnight it’s worth considering shipping your own bike. Companies like James Cargo offer a good, hassle-free service; you can prep it and there’s no fear of picking up a big bill for minor damage. Drop your bike off at a UK depot and a few days later it arrives in the States on a pallet.

Cost is around £2000 there and back, depending on the carrier and weight of the bike. You also need vehicle insurance, with a few companies offering it on foreign vehicles – Progressive being one – plus you need a letter of exemption from the US Government which is free and easy to get. The freighting agent will be able to advise you on that. Then, you’re in America. Fuel is cheap. Motels and campsites are affordable. You can either go across on £500 or £5000. That’s the great thing about America; just so many options, not to mention great roads to ride.

60 KNOW-HOW

Putting a price on protection Bob Pickett has strong views on whether we should wear motorcycle kit all the time, but he’s also got an eye for a good deal…

A mid-length jacket, the Akkor features CE protectors at shoulders and elbows, a waterproof and breathable insert, removable thermo-alu lining and reflective material for increased visibility on darker nights.

It also features adjustment on the sleeves along with a generous number of really useful pockets.

Bob’s cold weather kit

Bob’s warm weather kit

Total RRP

£349.99

Bering Scalp leather jacket

£869.96

The Scalp jacket features CE-approved shoulder, elbow and back protectors, a wide range of pockets and, in a nice touch of practicality that extends its use beyond summer; a removable thermal lining.

Total RRP

£189.99

£764.96

Bering Vigo textile gloves The Vigo gloves have a waterproof and breathable insert, palm reinforcement, reflective material, knuckle protectors and wrist straps for security.

Helmet

I have one helmet; an Arai Axces

Bering TX09 gloves

The feature CE-approved materials on impact areas, and are made of a mesh construction to allow maximum airflow.

£64.99

£210

Helmet

£149.99

Helmet

£49.99

BeringW2 Tour boots These general-purpose leather boots have a PU coating and waterproof membrane lining.

£210

with armour

£109.99

OnE nIGhT, idly trawling the web’s motorcycle forums, I came across the subject of bike clothing, and whether you should wear it. Views ranged from “I never ride without it” (my personal stance) through, “They should make it mandatory that everyone rides with fully approved kit” to “I don’t wear anything, ’cos I don’t like anyone telling me what to do”.

Arguments between the latter two camps got rather heated, but I disagree with both of them. I’m a great believer in civil liberties, and this includes the right to choose what you wear when on a bike. But not wearing protective kit has potential issues for all bikers, not just what happens to you if the worst comes to the worst.

A few years ago, I interviewed a motorcycle paramedic; he told me he had to attend a fatality caused by shock from gravel rash. If the rider had been wearing even a cheap set of textiles, they might still be here today.

Since that day, I have always ridden fully kitted out.

But I don’t want riding in full kit to

£189.99

the flesh) it’s going to be noted. And every time a report is submitted showing the injuries were made worse by the clothing (or lack of it), that’s another tick in the box for the ‘mandatory clothing’ lobby.

It really isn’t a hardship to put on that gear before you ride your bike. It could save your skin. So what’s the problem? About now in the debate, up pop the “But it costs so much to buy kit” brigade. So you might spend thousands of pounds on a motorcycle, but can’t dip into the pocket and pay a fraction of that on some decentquality kit?

The price of safety

I’m not sitting on a fortune – I have a honda VT750 and no car. I can’t afford a lot of the kit out there (though that doesn’t stop me lusting after it), but what I do wear keeps me safe. I ride all year round, and I’m lucky that I can stretch to two outfits – one for summer and one for winter – but I could make do with winter kit alone, taking the thermal liners out in the

Bering W2 Tour boots Being waterproof, I have no need for two pairs of boots, so the W2s come with me on every ride.

£109.99

be compulsory, because that is just the start of a slippery slope. Once we are required to ride in full kit all the time, the next step – I believe – is for specified minimum standards to be introduced. So that perfectly acceptable waterproof jacket you’re wearing suddenly is no use as it does not feature a Government-approved zipper (even if it is a better zipper than the ones on the list).

Once there are approved items, then the next step could be disputed insurance claims. ‘So when you had the accident, you were wearing industrial work boots rather than approved motorcycle boots? And your jacket had a non-approved zip?

Clearly the kit was not of sufficient quality so we are rejecting the claim/reducing the award owing to self-imposed negligence.’

Every time a biker has an accident and the emergency services are involved, a report is submitted. If that biker was not wearing “reasonable” clothing (so a pair of boots, gloves, jacket and legwear that at least covers

Bering Ride textile pants

The Carson pants feature CE knee protection, with heightadjustable knee pads. They’re waterproof and breathable, with two leg lengths that can also be altered to accompany the knee adjustment, and closable vents.

They also feature reflective material, have a long zip allowing them to be used as over-trousers or as ‘stand-alone’ kit and feature a removable thermo-alu lining.

Hood K7 jeans

Using a twill-weave KTech Para-Aramid, these fully lined jeans are comfortable, look great, and are incredibly versatile, while still offering a great level of protection

Bering Akkor textile jacket

warmer months. Equally, a rider who tends to lay their bike up over winter might only want to look at the summer gear. Most of my kit came from Bering – this French company’s clothing has been used for many years by the cameramen and outriders of the Tour de France; bikers that have to work in a vast range of conditions.

The one compulsory piece of bike kit (since 1973) I do own is my helmet.

It’s an Arai Axces – by picking one up as the Axces II was released, I bagged it for £210, saving £40. If you’re happy to go with an older colour or style, there are always deals to be had – my wife (who has her own bike) owns a Shark S600 she picked up at a show for £60.

All my motorcycle gear (one pair of boots and one helmet) is used 52 weeks of the year, with 150 miles a week commuting, plus general rides out, shopping trips, used bike reviews and more. It cost £1314.93. It’s not pocket money, but I value my flesh, and it’s less than some jackets alone.

Remember this – the leather Scalp

jacket is my treat to myself. I could easily ride all year in the £764.96 winter gear (shop around, and you might even shave some more off that).

Still too much? It’s all relative – if you’re buying a new bike and can’t afford the clothing, you might want to consider a slightly older machine and use the difference to buy the gear.

Also, while the margins are very tight in bike sales, you could bag yourself a particularly good deal on the clothing if you buy it with the bike – talk nicely to your dealer and you might be very pleasantly surprised.

If you’re fresh to biking, and spending just a few hundred pounds on your first machine, then welcome to a fantastic new chapter in your life!

Please don’t scrimp on your safety though – there’s a massive range of superb motorcycle kit out there for every budget. Visit some of the retailers here in MCM and I know you could keep yourself warmer, dryer, and most importantly, safer than you might expect for a lot less than you realise.

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62 RIDERS AND THE LAW The MCM legal column is compiled by managing partner Andrew ‘Chef’ Prendergast and his bike-riding barristers and solicitors at White Dalton Motorcycle Solicitors.

The firm deals with personal injury claims and its sister company, Motor Defence Solicitors, deals with all the motoring offences. White Dalton lawyers have a vast knowledge of bike law – and they have full bike licences too. They don’t act for insurance companies or the prosecution. White Dalton is Britain’s premier specialist motorcycle law practice, and if its professionals don’t know the answer to your question there probably isn’t one. Don’t rely on the advice from your insurance-appointed solicitor, get proper independent advice.

For road traffic offences call the Motor Defence solicitors on 0800 280 0912.

For non-offence cases call White Dalton motorcycle solicitors on 0800 783 6191

Need advice?

If you need advice on a biking-related legal question or query, email mail@whitedalton.co.uk The best Q&A will be published in MCM, in confidence, of course.

Q&A

Specialist motoring solicitor Andrew Prendergast guides our readers through their legal trials and troubles...

“NICE BIKE MATE…” 2010 KTM RC8

You can bring a claim against the child, but Some idiot pulled straight into me while I A just because he has a mother does not mean Q was on a roundabout and smashed my ankle she is liable to pay for his actions. Practically, I to bits. It looks like I’ll need reconstructive surgery and about a year of rehabilitation.

What I can’t understand is that the police have been about as much use as a chocolate teapot.

They have told me they’re not prosecuting him because he is 75. My view is shoot the blind old bastard. While I’m not in charge of the law, surely he should be prosecuted? What can I do?

The police’s job is not to decide whether the A ‘old bastard’ should be prosecuted, but to gather the evidence. The Crown Prosecution

Service (CPS) makes the decision whether to prosecute, and should look at the Code for Crown Prosecutors. There are two main considerations: 1. Is there enough evidence against the defendant?

2. Is it in the public interest for the CPS to bring the case to court?

If you want the driver considered for prosecution, I would read the guide (you can view it online) then write to the police with your reasons and ask for the matter to be reviewed with a view to prosecution and go from there.

would start by a polite knock on the door to see what their response is. You never know, they may just pay up. I would also ask if they have any house insurance as that may well pay for your damaged bike.

If you do have to issue court proceedings, I would think carefully before spending your hard-earned cash on a solicitor. While you may well have a good claim it is likely that this would be allocated to what is known as the Small Claims Track – a system designed for people to bring their own claims without the use of a lawyer. This is because the financial value of your claim is below £10,000.

If you do need to use a lawyer, the disadvantage is that it would be unlikely for you to obtain an order against the other side to cover the costs. The likelihood is that legal costs will equal a large part of or even exceed the amount you are claiming. Lastly, it’s worth stating that if he is a 13-year-old child with no money, and his mum does not have house insurance, you could get a court order against him but never actually get the money.

I parked my motorbike outside a shop while I For more info, go to: Q popped in to get some fags. It’s a red Ducati 916, so it’s not exactly inconspicuous. The

problem I have is that some numpty kid about 13 years old scratched the fairing with his pushbike. The little brat’s mum didn’t seem that bothered, just mumbling a ‘sorry’ when I ran outside to give them an earful. So now I have a scratched bike that’s going to cost a few hundred pounds to sort. I know where they live so can I make a claim against them? Surely his mum should have to pay.

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Name: Rachel Nicholson From: Argyll & Bute Occupation: Pharmacy dispensing assistant Owned bike for: Five years Tell us about it: This is actually a 2008 bike on a 2010 plate; I paid £7250 for it when it was just two months old with 690 miles. I’ve since put on well over 33,000 travelling all round Britain (my husband goes in the car with the luggage). I mainly ride for pleasure – every spare minute is spent out on my bike – and I don’t mind the rain, so the only times I’m not out is when it’s icy or snowing.

The engine gives great acceleration, though it can be a bit lumpy at low speed. But it wasn’t built for 30mph; it’s very smooth at higher speeds. It’s lovely to ride – very comfortable for a sportsbike, though the rigid chassis does let you feel every bump in the road.The seat is a little hard – like sitting on a plank of wood – though in colder weather I have so many layers on I don’t really notice.

It looks amazing, it’s easy to work on and the bars, footpegs and seat height are all adjustable, so it’s great for any rider. My only criticism is that in the summer the exhaust and engine heat can get too much on your legs, but I don’t care… this is my dream machine!

Engine: 1148cc, liquid-cooled V-twin Power: 152bhp (113kW) Torque: 88.5lb-ft (120Nm) Weight: 199kg Seat height: 805mm Current value: Price will be very much dependant on mileage, varying from around £3500 for a relatively high-miler, to about £5500 for a good dealer bike

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Classified AERMACCHI SPRINT 350 TLS brake, alloy rims, s/s spokes, s/s exhaust, very rare, restored for £3500+, Mikuni carb, painted by Rapier, lovely bike, reducing collection £3500. Tel. 01724 845235 for more details. N Lincs.

APRILIA RSV MILLE 2001, 51 reg, lots of history, receipts etc, MoT, v reliable, everything works as it should, a few marks (see photos) but a very clean and well maintained example, good tyres, recent oil/filter change, Titanium Akrapovic ‘silencer’ included. Tel. Colin 07971 429636. Surrey.

APRILIA RSV MILLE SWAP 2002, superb condition, 21k, psh, maintained regardless by myself for past 7 yrs, too much to list, call for info if interested, swap for Retro/Naked in similar condition, Tel. 07956 208091. Derbys.

APRILIA RX 125 Trail bike, 1991, good starter, runs well, £1100 ono.

Tel. 07749 602721. Lincs.

BMW 100RS 980cc, excellent condition, good running order, tested until June 15, many extras, reg 1979. Tel. 07548 517336. Lincs.

BMW 1200RT SE 26k miles, reg July 2012 (12 reg), excellent condition, last service Jan 2015, met blue, ABS, elec susp, panniers, h/grips and seat, c/control, adj screen, tyre air pressure monitor, cyl protectors, £7995. Tel. 07788 593463. Oxon.

BMW ACERBIS Not fuel injection, fitted with carbs (bings), recon engine from Motorworks, 35k miles, fitted by P&H Motorcycles of Crawley, K & N filter, hell brake lines, Touratech onboard computer, Akropovic exhaust, trail attack tyres, ready for green lanes or Sahara, light, fast and fun, year’s MoT, all work after new engine done by Scriminger Engine Development in Lincs. £3500 ono. Tel. 07961 197854. Surrey.

BMW K100RS 1984, 51,500 miles.

Mot to May. New battery, plugs, oils, pads, filters and rear tyre, good condition, £800. Tel. Alex on 07778 625799. Cheshire.

BMW R80 RT 1992, 45k, MoT till 10/7/15, BMW luggage, heated grips, twin discs, clock/volt meter, vgc, £3000 ono. Tel. 01643 841206; 07952 302474. Somerset.

BMW K1200GT Graphite grey, stunning example, 4 cylinder, superb condition throughout, top spec SE model, c/w ABS, ESA, BC, trip computer, c/control, h/grips and seats, colour matched top box and panniers, clean bodywork, c/stand, e/start, s/s exhaust, only 10,164 miles and one owner. Tel. 07414 898944. Gtr London.

BMW R80RT 1994, 69,500 miles, MoT to October, heated grips, power socket, panniers, can email more photos, £2300 ono. Tel. 01462 790647; 0777 9044740. Herts.

BMW R100R 1000cc, 52k miles, excellent condition, with every BMW extra, all h/books etc, reluctant sale, superb runner, ride or invest, £3650 ono. Tel. 0151 2608612. Merseyside.

BMW R1200 RT 2008, two owners from new, MoT March 2015, 41,869 miles, ex police,ABS, electric screen, heated grips, engine a bit noisy so sold for spares or repair, £2000. Tel. 07766 167454. Suffolk.

BENELLI SE1 900cc, 1989, MoT Sept 2015, about 22k miles, nice condition, classic Italian, V5 in my name, recent photograph, £7500 ono. Tel. 01257 411801 daytime/evening. Lancs.

BMW F650 GS silver, 2009, factory lowered seat and frame, heated grips,ABS, only 3,613 miles, £4250.

Tel. 01438 861 155. Herts.

BETA 250RR late 2006, pretty rare in UK, plenty of 450s, hardly any 250s though, service parts easily available through BETA UK & KTM, 3,539 km or 2199 miles only since new, Sachs rear shock, Marzocchi front forks, Nissin calipers, hydraulic clutch, KTM RFS engine, MoT, £1950 ono. Tel. Mark on 07811 926828 may be able to deliver. Surrey.

BMW K1 1990, blue/yellow, full MoT and history, 54k, paintwork excellent, only few tyre changing chips on wheel rims, iconic classic and rare, £2950 ono. Tel. 01535 636326; 07780 476870. W Yorks.

BMW K100 1000cc, first of series 'A' reg, gen 9k miles, silver, serviced, new f/seals, tyres, battery, hard BMW panniers, £2750. Tel. 07759 607498. E Berks.

BMW F650 ST 650cc, 1997, with approx 59k, ideal commuter, runs well, new tall screen and topbox, air filter, battery, front and rear tyres, rear brake pads, brake hoses, h/grips, chain oiler, £1250 ono. Tel. 07949 983501. Essex.

BMW K100 RS 16v, 1990, green metallic paint, 71k, good order mechanically, some chips on paintwork to be expected with age, £800. Tel. 01594 530979. Glos.

BMW K1200 RS 2001 (Y), 37k miles, red/f blue, h panniers, extras, £2750. Tel. 07759 607498. E Berks.

BMW R1200R superb example, reg 12/10/12, full dealer service with only 7500 miles, downsizing to a 800, great value @ £8500 ono. Tel. 001924 824088 after 6pm 07851 863357. W Yorks.

BMW R1200RT SE 2012 (June), only 6,500 dry miles March To October, immaculate condition! full BMW s/h, 5 service stamps, last serviced 50 miles ago on 23/10/2014, full SE spec, contact me for full spec and long list of expensive extras. Email: bensondewey@aol.com Northants.

BMW K100 LT 1000cc, full spec, fairing, panniers, top box, runner, very reliable, for spares or repair, £500. Tel. 02392 595307. Hants.

BMW R850R 2003, (6 speed), 50k miles, PSH, panniers, top box, tank bag, eng guards, h\g Guards, Heated Grips. W/shop manual. Tax May 2015, MOT Mar (will renew), £2300 or exchange for lighter bike (750 to 500cc twin?) Tel. Brian 01325 721669. Darlington.

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GILERA SATURNO BIALBERO 500cc, 1991, Italian, exotic and single, Classic early 90s limited edition from Gilera, one of the most beautiful examples of this truly rare bike, only 1100 made 89/91 and only 50 exported to Britain, on Sorn, Open to offers Tel. 079132 85342 (please leave details and I’ll call you back). .

HONDA CB 500 1999, MoT and tax, May 2015, eye-catching yellow, 20k miles only, shield and top box, vgc, 6 speed gearbox, very reliable, perfect ready to go, £1300 bargain Tel. 01354 610269; 07500 148900.

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HARLEY DAVIDSON totally pristine, unreg, unused, VRSCA V-Rod, 2003 model, two tone silver/black, 100th Anniversary Gold Key accessory package includes: 100th Anniversary ign key, windshield kit, h/bar grips, m/c cover, needs nothing, ready to display, ride or keep as investment. £24,995. Tel. 07984 969293. Gtr London.

HARLEY DAVIDSON 1450 FLSTC 2005 Heritage Softail 4500 miles 1 previous owner completely standard with only factory extras Harley Remote Proximity Alarm Immobiliser, saddle bags foot boards (f&r, quick release fly screen, rev counter, rear rack, sissy bar, £9450. Tel. 07875 179302. Warks.

BOSS HOSS TRIKE 1996, 3 owners with full history, Chevy 5.7 with 3speed auto gearbox, lovely rare example, £22,995.Tel. 01895 624554.

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HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 883 Custom Sportster, reg 07/05, 16,127 miles, one owner from new, excellent condition, reluctant sale, £3695. Tel. 07711 567610. S Yorks.

CCM 230 07, MoT Sep 30, 2015, less than 4k miles, 2 owners from new, lots of upgrades, only used for marshalling events, needs to go due to illness, hence priced to sell, £900.

Tel. 01594 837502. Glos.

GAS GAS TRIALS 125cc, 2002/3, yellow/silver, engine overhaul, alloy wheels, disc brakes, not road registered, £850. would consider van trainee etc, p/x plus cash and bike Tel. 01743 860362. Shrops. .

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FOR SALE SALES OR REPAIR: I have been restoring this moped on and off for the last two years, never been reg, so there is no V5 or no plate, just needs stickers, seat cover and horn fixing, if you can use it for spares then it has lots of new parts, wheels have been painted gold, p/coated black, starts and runs, lights and indicators work, £400 ono. Tel. 01388 816697; 07765 158047.

HARLEY DAVIDSON low miles, no nonsense, runs rides great, p/x considered. Tel. 07549 543140. Lincs.

BSA BUSHMAN D10 175cc, 1967, dating vert, matching numbers, restored condition, many new parts, £2500 may p/x Tel. 01626 772219.

Devon.

BSA STARFIRE 250cc, 1970, with V5, matching numbers, metal tank needs painting and tool box cover, new seat cover, twin leading shoe, front brake, new speedo, runs, £1750. Tel. 01539 723408. Cumbria.

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HARLEY DAVIDSON Fat Bob FXDF, black, a must see, real beauty, 9,600 miles, loads of extras, custom paint, Samson exhaust, side plate, rear LED, tacho, ++ 58 plate, £9300 ono.

Tel. 0773 4078912. Leics.

HARLEY DAVIDSON Road King 1340, N reg, 50k miles, completely rebuilt, powder coated frame and brackets, re-sprayed, new electrics, tyres and brakes, hardly used last 5 yrs, £7000 ono. Tel. 07551 452452.

Stirlingshire.

HARLEY DAVIDSON FXDC Super Glide 1210, stunning, heated grips, back rest, luggage rack, MoT, 7,400 miles, £8500. ovno Tel. 07880 712544. Avon.

HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 XXL Sportster, vivid black, 8000 miles, 06 reg, Vance and Hines pipes, sissy bar, flames air trim, £3600 ono. Tel. 07773 204012. Beds.

HARLEY DAVIDSON 883 XXL 63 reg, metallic black, heated grips, full s/h, one careful retired owner, 4000 miles, garaged from new, 6 months’ warranty, immaculate, £5850 for quick sale. Tel. 0117 9673008. S Glos.

HARLEY DAVIDSON FXDC Superglide Custom, 2010, MoT Aug, near mint condition, back rack, back rest, heated grips. Tel. 07880 712544.

Avon.

HARLEY DAVIDSON soft tail, low miles, runs and rides spot on, nice, p/x, £7750. Tel. 07549 543140.

Lincs.

HONDA CBF 125 2009, red, MoT, 6,750 miles, very clean, like new, £1295. Tel. 01942 269134. Lancs.

HARLEY DAVIDSON XL 1200C Custom Sport Sportster, 100th Anniversary, MoT Aug 15, tax Jul 15, 4,800 miles, 2003 reg, good cond, £3800.

Tel. Martin 07979 800533. Worcs.

HARLEY DAVIDSON XLH 883 Sportster, 2003, 21k miles, full s/h, full MoT and service, many chrome extras, loud pipes and standards, touring seat, ideal first Harley to get under your skin, £3350 ono. Tel. 01803 310250. Devon.

HONDA CBF 1000 ABS, 2008, 15,200 miles, £1000 worth of extras, one owner, new tyres, full s/h, £4500 ono. Tel. 01782 777966.

Staffs.

HONDA CBF 125 14 plate, in red, 50 miles only! decals, damage to left side fairing, mint otherwise, genuine sale, V5 in my name and HPI clear, total bargain! £1800. Tel. 07716 374434. Lincs.

HARLEY SPORTSTER XL 1200 2004, Custom, silver, excellent, low mileage condition, Stage One tune, back rest, rear rack, full history, £4500. Tel. 07798 866071. Email: peterpaulmoore@ hotmail. co.uk Middx.

HONDA CBR 125cc, 18k miles, 58 plate, black, new complete Arrow exhaust system, also new sprockets and chain, vgc, clutch, £1650 ovno Tel. 0151 2578093; 079460 24647.

Widnes, Cheshire.

HONDA 250 SUPERDREAM 1982, also 400cc Superdream 1982, £1500 each or exchange classic bike parade racer, or why? cash e/way. Tel. 01905 21667 anytime.

Worcs.

HONDA CBR 1100 XX Blackbird, excellent condition, black, 31,760 miles, heated h/grips, two owners from new, data tagged from 2014, MoT July 15, on Sorn from Dec, Baglux tank cover and bag, £2400 ono. Tel. 01584 819871. Worcs.

HONDA 250N Super Dream, 1983, MoT Feb 2016, good runner, used as daily commuter but now retired and need garage space, £800. Tel. 07724 502948. E Riding of Yorks.

HONDA CBR 125R 2013, with only 183 miles, still under warranty, excellent condition, previously stolen, recovered without damage. Tel. 07800 867053. Gtr London.

CLASSIFIED HONDA CBR 600F-P 1993, good condition, always garaged, MoT March 15, reducing to one bike, hence sale, £1200. Tel. 07909 191834; 01450 376475. Hawick.

HONDA GOLDWING 1500SE 1992, gold/brown, MoT May 15, tidy bike, low seat, high windscreen with wiper, usual Honda extras + electric reverse etc, etc, 64k miles, £2750 ono; would take Honda CN250 Jeling in good cond in p/x. Tel. 01593 741732 afternoons, please leave message will get back to you. Caithness.

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HONDA NC700 INTEGRA 2012, 6 speed, twin clutch, automatic/tiptronic, 70+ mpg, ABS, 35 ltr, Givi panniers, Honda warranty until Sept 2015, quick off the mark, comfortable ride, ideal for commute or touring, £5500 ovno Tel. 07798 842421.

Somerset.

HONDA CBR 600RR silver on black, 55, 22k, fsh, extras, £2900. Tel. 07415 307875. Wilts.

HONDA GOLDWING GL 1200 trike, 1986, 50k miles, MoT, tow bar, discs all round, fully serviced, £3200 ovno Tel. 07768 314858; 07768 314858.

Oldham, Lancs.

HONDA CX500 EC Eurosport, 1983, A reg, black, 13.5k miles, serviced regularly, father owned this bike from new, totally orig, exc cond, new orig Honda silencers fitted, an appreciating classic, great investment at £3495. Tel. 07859 919598. N Yorks.

HONDA GL1200 1200cc, project bike, Interstate, needs alternator to complete, sensible offers, America Speedmaster, rear silencers, new, boxed, £300; £300. Tel. 07434 513161. Lancs.

HONDA HORNET 600 1999, MoT till end April, 18k miles, reg Cat C, £850. Tel. 01462 850494. Beds.

HONDA C90 Eco, elc start, genuine 2,250 miles, X plate, 2000, age related marks, will have 12 mths MoT on sale, met red, £1395 ono. Tel. 07896 354751 for more info. W Mids.

HONDA CBF 600 Dec 2009, ABS, alarm, Givi rack and box, taxed, new MoT, full s/h, only 6000 miles from new, excellent condition, £3500. Tel. 07999 811488. Beds.

HONDA NC700X less than 2500 miles from new (2013), heated grips, centre stand, absolute mint condition, price includes used once only panniers or bike only negotiable.

More pics available. £4495. Tel. 07818 418981 or 01995 605727.

Lancs.

HONDA PAN EUROPEAN ST 1100 2000 (X reg), blue, good condition, 29k miles, MoT Aug 15, MRA Varioscreen Maxi (+ original screen), stainless mufflers,Tech 48L top box, Bridgestone BT023 tyres (1k miles, 1 year), wax oiled swing arm, chassis, wind deflectors, h/grips, £2750 ono. Tel. 07966 264905. Gtr London.

HONDA CBR 400RR NC29, 1991, b/grey, owned 12 years, MoT 2015, art can plus s/stand, £1200 ono. Tel. 01604 642687. Northants.

HONDA VTR 250W fully refurbished, powder coated frame, full Dream machine paintwork to bodywork engine cases and wheels, full s/steel LXIL exhaust, Wavy r/disc, Fireblade f/caliper, adj levers, 14k, low seat height, 32bhp ideal for A2 licence, £1800. Tel. 07702 492583. Notts.

HONDA CB 1300 black, naked, 08, K7037, if you really want a CB1300 view this one, best muscle bike ride, magazine, many extras, just had oil filter, Castrol Actevo, K&N.Tel. 01452 780280. Glos.

HONDA CBR 1000F 1989, 'F', red/white/blue, new MoT, 44k miles, excellent condition, ready to go, £1400. Tel. 0208 3012913. S E London/W Kent.

HONDA EXPRESS 50cc, 1984, NC50cc, needs MoT, but recently ridden, ready to ride or restore, £200. Tel. Bill 01986 895462 for details. S Norfolk.

HONDA NT 650V 1998, (pre-HISS) model, c/w spare CDI, coils and stator/alternator, runs and rides great but I don't ride it very much, MoT runs out 07/03/15, approx 60k, with history back to 2007, £650. Tel. Simon 01784 461961 for further details. Surrey.

HONDA REBEL 250cc, 1995, 14,700 miles, blue/cream, good order, ridden regularly, full MoT, £1200. Tel. 07544 766128. Staffs.

HONDA SL 350 K1 1970, imported by me from Texas in 2013, tax free, MoT to be done next month (March), looks like a 5 year old, a nice patina,all factory original, selling due to having another one I am restoring coming to completion. Do not buy one to restore, it is very expensive.

Tel. 01227 360735. Kent. Email: David_mccormick@ talk21.com HONDA SLR TYPE trail, 650cc, 1998/9 Single DOHC twin port exhausts, electric start, alloy wheels, red/blue seat, MoT, vgc, no faults, good battery, needs good home, find another! firm £1250. cash. Tel. 07799 847631. Bedford.

HONDA TL150 Miller conversion and exhaust, Japan home market model, imported and reg (V5), 1974, MoT, quite engine, trials TY reg, lighting set available, nothing to do but ride/enjoy, £1200. Tel. 01300 320446. S Yorks.

MATCHLESS G3L EX-WD 1960, 350cc, vgc, with matching numbers, converted to magneto ignition, some known history, reluctant sale, MoT, ready to ride, £2950 ono. Tel. Colin 01772 635161. Preston, Lancs.

KAWASAKI 750 ZR7S 2003, Sorned since Aug 14, MoT July 15, 21k miles, good tyres, heated grips, top box, need something smaller and lighter now, £1750 ono. Tel. 01373 300924. Somerset.

KAWASAKI EN 454 Ltd, 1989, mot june, new rear tyre, new front disc, pads,36k miles, runs well, recent service, seat tatty, £525. Tel. 01228 528483; 07796 814489. Cumbria.

KAWASAKI ER6F 650cc, 2012, 6100, taxed, Racing green, fitted extras, rear seat cowl, rear hugger, one owner from new, garaged, £3800.

Tel. 07503 3235215. Lincs.

KAWASAKI NINJA 250 6 months MoT, 8,500 miles, superb showroom condition, for more info and video see ebay auction. Tel. 07730 481072. W Mids.

KAWASAKI NINJA ZX10R 2007, MoT, s/h, Meta alarm with two fobs, three keys including the red one, lots of paperwork, 25,700 miles, used twice last year so it needs to go, the best bike out of the Big Four 1000cc I have owned, serviced regularly and always on the trickle charge, has a few little age related marks but other than that a very clean very quick bike @ £3800 priced to sell so no offers or part ex.Tel. 07752 127553.

Gtr London.

KAWASAKI W650 1999, red/cream.

16,700 miles, Givi top box, side pan, s/spokes, mint cond, plus spares, £3999. Tel. 01446 790157. Glam.

MORINI 350 SPORT 1976, genuine UK-market Sport, 22k miles, year’s MoT, wire wheels, Borrani flanged rims, concave Cibie, Marzocchi Stradas, just serviced, new cam belt, switchgear, brakes overhauled, carbs ultrasoniced, rebuilt & balanced, £3400. Tel. 07788 442155.

Bristol.

KAWASAKI Z1000 Special Edition, Sugomi design, 14 plate, 1,908 miles, Powerbronze screen, as new, kept in garage under dust cover, £7750. Tel. 0203 5387788. Gtr London.

KAWASAKI ZX10 997cc, 1990, blue, vgc, all MoTs, two former keepers, on Sorn, new battery, s/h, reluctant sale, heated grips, lots spent on it, Motard, ex Remus silencer, £1350. Tel. 07510 431379.

Blyth, Northumberland.

KAWASAKI ZZR 400cc, 1991 import, 32,046 kls (approx 20k), barn find, lovely first bike, reciepts for work done, bike ready for MoT, hence price, bike must go, room needed, needs loving new home, £600. Tel. Geoff 01404 45243. E Devon.

KAWASAKI ER-5 500cc, blue, Nov 1999, just 3,900 miles with small engine bars, flyscreen, tool kit, MoT July, injured left hand, going back to a scooter, £1100. Tel. 07546 890419 (not 3-6pm). Kent.

KAWASAKI ZXR 750 L1 1993, 26,000 miles, MoT July, no advisories, black/purple, owned 13 years, all original superb condition and ride, aspiring classic, £1195. Tel. 01332 675428. Derbys.

KAWASAKI ZZR 1400 black/gold wheels, 3k miles only, mint condition, 2010, MoT, two owners, owned for 3 years, good reason for sale, £6300 ono. Tel. 07963 518759.

Lincs.

KAWASAKI W650 2002, red/cream, 12k miles, Givi screen, new tyres, good condition, MoT Dec 15, £3400.

Tel. 07711 107649. S Wales.

KAWASAKI ELIMINATOR ZL 400 import for sale, MoT til Aug 2015, good runner but needs some work on exhaust and new front tyre, offers around £500. Tel. 07788 622200 after 6pm or text. Cumbria.

KAWASAKI ER5 blue, just serviced then electrical gremlin struck,reduced power with certificate, a nice bike for a starter bike, bargain at £500. Tel. 07594 662090. N E England.

ROYAL ENFIELD EFI Bullet, 500cc, 2013, crash bars, Avon fairing, back rack, top box, £2750 ono. Tel. 01271 343790. N Devon.

ROYAL ENFIELD Clipper Crusader Sport, excellent condition, £3650.

Tel. 01923 461289. Gtr London.

MOTO GUZZI CALIFORNIA 1100I, 1994, blue, s/s pipes and silencers, s/s mudguards and trims, chrome rack, engine bars, panniers, Michelin pilots, datatag, screen, h/guards, braided hoses, serviced, Carrillo rods, immac, £3795 ono; possible p/x for Nevada Tel. 01977 510546.

W Yorks.

MV AGUSTA F4 750 fabulous, blue and silver, 2002, 8,765 miles, needs an MoT in April, I want £5750 for it, carbon and polished alloy in abundance. Tel. 07826 879247; 01291 430677. Monmouthshire.

MZ ES150 TROPHY 1972, perfect frugal classic runabout, 80mpg, 28k miles believed correct, long MoT,road tax exempt, used regularly for club runs, v reliable sorted bike, recent quality Continental tyres, genuine reason for reluctant sale, £1000. Tel. 07788 442155. Somerset.

NORTON JUBILEE 250 1965, good chrome and paint, on Sorn, matching numbers, excellent condition, with V5, £1750. Tel. 01539 723408.

Cumbria.

KAWASAKI VOYAGER X11 Trike 1200cc, F reg, MoT until end of July 2015, taxed until end of March 2015, fitted with Acumen alarm system, all relevant paperwork present, £8000 ovno Tel. Malc 07478 337039. Notts.

ROYAL ENFIELD 1960, Constellation, MoT, TT100s, s/s spokes, fully enclosed chaincase, £4500 ono. Tel. 01775 762130; 07943 373986.

Lincs.

ROYAL ENFIELD BULLET 2010, Electra Classic EFI, 500 cc, electric and kick start, new Avon tyres, touring screen, spares included, 7500 miles, mint condition, £2750. Tel. 01388 608132. Durham.

SINNIS APACHE 125 Legal Learner, 58 plate, only 3,183km due to last owner living close to work, USD forks, braided brake lines, wheels and tyres are like new, all electrics work, great first bike, downside is there’s a crack in the tank’s fairing, no MoT but it will certainly get one no problem, £900 open to offers.Tel. 07849 875589. Hants.

SUZUKI BANDIT 600 stunning, wants for nothing, no mechanical issues, cosmetically beautiful with no scratches, scrapes or dents, downpipes and exhaust are in great condition, no pitting, no sign of salt corrosion to engine, brakes, chain and sprockets are in great cond, MoT Apr 15, s/h, Nexxus exhaust system, r/hugger, custom seat, Renthal bars, mini indicators.Tel. 07964 385049. S Yorks.

KTM DUKE 2 LC4 640 2003, 12,370 miles, MoT, new cyl head, valves, cam chain and full service, JD exhaust, Newton Abbot, £1995. Tel. 07779 244290. Devon.

OSSA 1974, basketcase incomplete - registration document inc, £1050 ono. Tel. 01233 610185. Kent.

SUZUKI GS 500 K2 13,000 miles, very reliable, top box screen, mature owner, bad back, £700 no offers Tel. 0161 7482097. Man.

KYMCO ZING 125 Custom, MoT, new battery, only 1000 miles on clock, dry stored, starts first time, £1250. Tel. 01706 523029 buyer to collect. Gtr Man. R65 1980, great wee bike, luggage, recent tyres, rides well, new Motobatt, charge light just come on though, firm with a new MoT, £1250 firm with a new MoT Tel. 01291 641872. Chepstow, Bristol.

SUZUKI GS 850G shaft drive, 1984, MoT and brand new Avon Road Riders front and rear, £1000. Tel. Andy 07582 513324 . Brora, Highlands.

MATCHLESS G9 1957, 500cc twin, excellent condition, a true English classic, can be viewed by arrangement, £3250. Tel. 01255 886333.

Essex.

ROYAL ENFIELD Clipper Crusader Sport, 1961, excellent condition, £2550. Tel. 01923 461289; 07745 134757. Herts.

ROYAL ENFIELD Bullet 350, mint, 2007, desirable mods, 5k miles, looking to buy Yamaha MT-03, KTM Duke or similar, cash/ exchange either way, £1895. ovno. Tel. 07929 910974. W Mids.

SUZUKI GSF 650 Bandit K6, ABS model, with 17k miles, blue, two owners from new, s/h, 12 mths’ MoT, just serviced, exc cond, extrash/grips, top box, Datatool 3 alarm & immobiliser, R & G crash bungs, optimate lead fitted, £2650 ono. Tel. 07971 404308. Staffs.

SUZUKI GSX 1400 M.T.C. exhaust can including link pipe and all fixings, with removable baffle, £80. plus postage Tel. 01865 849759.

Oxfordshire.

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SUZUKI GSR 750 matt black, only 4 months old, mint condition but quite high mileage, need to sell to purchase another vehicle, £6000 ovno Tel. 07957 252310. Herts.

SUZUKI GSX 750W R reg, beautiful condition, full s/h, one riding owner from new, 11k miles, black, £1850 ovno Tel. 01255 436597. Essex.

SUZUKI GSXR 1000/K707 15k miles, taxed until end Feb, medical condition has prevented me from riding it and forces very reluctant sale, Micron and brand new original exhausts, Ventura rack fitted, recent new tyres, regularly serviced by Crooks Suzuki, £4995 ovno. Tel. 07580 130388. Cumbria.

SUZUKI GSXR 600 K7 Very good condition, new front brake discs and head bearings, just serviced, 30,000 miles, long MoT, £3250 ono. Tel. 07861 213820. W Yorks.

SUZUKI GW 250 L3 Inazuma, 2013, black, fender extender, screen, 2000 miles, excellent condition, mature owner, £2225. Tel. John 07901 621607. S Yorks.

SUZUKI GT 250A 1976 race bike, BHR eligible, ‘Fahron’ tuned, ‘Swarbrick’ pipes, ‘Akront’ rims, twin disc front, large drum rear, GRP fairing/ tank/seat unit,‘Spondon’ type frame mod, ‘MJB’ shocks, loads of spares inc. frame, tyres, new battery, £1800; GT250A restored engine (STD), £300. £1800.Tel. John 07825 368051. Lincs.

SUZUKI BANDIT 600S 1996, brand new condition, suit collec-tor/investor, serious offers invited, seeking Yamaha MT-03, KTM Duke or similar, cash/exchange either way, Tel. 07929 910974. W Mids.

SUZUKI GS 500 2006, vgc, tested till July, mature owner, 7,980 miles with previous MoTs to prove, new tyres, rack and very reliable and fantastic mpg, £1295 ono. Tel. 07719 717621. S Yorks.

SUZUKI GS 650GT Shaft drive, 1985, good condition for age, recently serviced, good tyres and MoT until July 2015, 4-in-1 Motad, onSorn, £775. Tel. 07986 335910.

Bucks.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA 1340cc, 2010, 22k miles, black/red, hugger, Scottoiler, £5300. Tel. 07801 298132.

Dumfries, Scotland.

SYM GTS 250I VOYAGER 2008, low mileage, serviced, MoT, brilliant scooter, owned for 2 years, moving up to 400, £875 may take old classic project or spares in exchange. Tel. 01205 311827. Lincs.

TIGER CUB 1962, matching numbers, original reg valued £500, full history known, MoT on sale, sell £2250 or swap larger Brit bike, Guzzi, Morini, early jap bike. Tel. John 01626 369407, 07751 314562. Devon.

TERROT French vintage motorcycle, 1952, 100cc, this is an interesting bike with great detailing inc. hand gear change, engine runs well, reg certificate available, £1100. Tel. 077380 47413. Lancs.

TRIUMPH ADVENTURER 900 slightly customised, too many bits to list plus all original bits, £2750. Tel. 07896 218204. Hants.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE America, 800cc, 2003, with private plate JIB 4659, 1800 miles on clock, Triumph factory exhaust, but have other short grunts pipes to go with bike, also panniers, service and new MoT to be done March 15, £3200 or open to offers Tel. Alan 01202 610138; 07882 607847. Poole, Dorset.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE T100 2014, Jet Black & Cranberry, 350 miles, datatag, centre stand, 12 month manufacturers warranty, inc Shark Evoline helmet, (new £7599), £6699 ono. Tel. 07947 354411. Derbys.

TRIUMPH SPRINT 1050ST 2011,one owner, 7,200 miles, blue, top box, Michelin PR3S, excellent condition, £5495.Tel. 07986 973033.W Sussex.

TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE in Roulette green for sale, 10,200 miles, 2008, MoT July, tax end June, rear Hugger, tank pad, adjustable levers, stunning clean bike, £3600.

Tel. 07960 239639. Derbys.

TRIUMPH TIGER Explorer Launch, 2012, full luggage, powered top box, Deanali horn, Triumph h/grips, all updates complete, many Powerbronze extras, £8250. Tel. 07450 269105. W Sussex.

TRIUMPH TR6P 1970, vgc, matching frame-engine nos, one of the last oil in the tank models, many new parts, currently Sorned, no MoT, £5500. Tel. 07913 484186. Notts.

TRIUMPH TROPHY TR25W 1969, MoT March 2016, ideal useable classic, ready to ride, many new parts, £3800. Tel. 01952 677239.

Shrops.

TRIUMPH AMERICA 2012, blue/white, 1800 miles, full s/h, accessories inc Triumph screen, foot boards, sissy bar, pannier rails, dresser bars Triumph load pipes, chrome clutch cover, tool roll, internal dust cover, bike as new, mature owner sale, £5250. Tel. 01962 865120. Hants.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE 2001, Y, red/silver, 4.5k miles by one owner from new, excellent, Sorned, can MoT, Givi panniers and top box, oiro £2750. Tel. Derbys. DerekBrock01@Tiscali. co.uk for photos.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE AMERICA 800cc, c/w pair of Grunty pipes, 18k dry miles, garaged, reg JIB 4659, £3900. Open to offers Tel. 01202 610138; 07882 607847. Dorset.

TRIUMPH SPRINT 955cc, 4k miles, blue, excellent for year,W reg, hardly used, owner died, selling on behalf of family, panniers fitted, fairing standard, one owner, full s/h, alarm system, few extras, Tel. 01287 640472. E Cleveland, N Yorks.

TRIUMPH T90 Daytona Cafe Racer, comprehensive rebuild, run-in mileage, sheen blue, handcrafted petrol tank, s/r seat, str bars, twin clocks, ali pegs, wheels, TLS Daytona 500, BTM-end and forks, Hagons, unique, £4950. l/boots (9), £50 Tel. 07759 607498. E Berks.

VELOCETTE VENOM 499cc, 1958, V5, MoT exempt, 1,650 miles since full restoration in 2005, rear set footrests, 12v electrics, Lucas magneto ignition, £8250. Tel. 01743 873438. Shrops.

YAMAHA FAZER 600 consider swapping my W plate for Enfield or similar, repair work welcome (within reason ) FZS has 42,000 well maintained miles on her back, full test, new f/tyre, Scottoiler, new chain and sprockets, cam chain tensioner, new complete exhaust, £1200 or cash adj. Tel. 0114 2698273. S Yorks.

YAMAHA FZR 600R 1995, full MoT, full stainless art exhaust, recent chain and sprockets, good tyres, 36,384 miles, every receipt/MoT for last 4/5 years, new brake pads spare, totally relyable, reluctant sale, £900 ono. Tel. 07516 840677.

YAMAHA WILD STAR 1600 2003,excellent condition, powder coated and repainted, MoT till May 2015, £4250 ono. Tel. 07527 230496.Worcs.

YAMAHA XJR 1300 (07), immaculate condition, dry miles only, blue, 16k, long MoT, carburettors, two exhausts, fitted rear hugger, sub cowling roller protectors, genuine sale, £5000. Tel. 01291 423392. Chepstow.

YAMAHA XS 650 US Custom,W reg, 1981, UK bike with only 11k, been stood for the last 12 years, being sold as a restoration project. Can deliver. Tel. 07903 515542. Pembs.

YAMAHA DIVERSION XJ600S ‘V’ reg, 1999, MoT June 15, recent full service, air filter and oil filter, spark plugs, new sprockets and chain, plus new battery, good cond for year, 17,158 mugs, £790 ono. Tel. 01925 637345. Warrington, Cheshire.

YAMAHA DRAGSTER XVS 1100A panniers, Mustang seat, alarm/immob, sissy bar and tool rack, crash bars,Vance & Hines slipons, loads of chrome extras loads of stock parts 47k miles, great bike, reliable, MoT until end of April, genuine reason for sale, £2800 ono. Tel. 01257 413149. Lancs.

YAMAHA TY 80 kids trials bike, stolen and recovered, need some work, £250. Tel. 07922 185110. E Sussex.

YAMAHA XT 600E the last of the aircooled, cartooned models, 2003, 27k miles, full s/h, recent Avon Distanzia tyres and C&S, std apart from full stainless exhaust, Motad downpipes and Quill silencer (BS approved) and heated grips, £2300 ono. Tel. Mark 07817 393092. W Sussex.

YAMAHA YBR 125 Reluctant sale, owned nearly 2 years, regularly ridden, chain and sprockets replaced 500 miles ago, serviced in August with Freds Motorcycles, all docs.Tel. 07946 281024. Dorset.

YAMAHA SRX 600cc, 1986, nice condition, silver, original, also Yamaha ST 550, dismantled, complete, also Honda CB 250RS, dismantled, complete plus spare CB250RS, two engines etc, £1600 ono. Tel. 01484 682822 (daytime).

Huddersfield, Yorks.

YAMAHA VIRAGO XV 535 Combination. 1998.Only 2450 miles with history.New Watsonian Stratford sidecar. Lovely light-weight outfit, £3995. Tel. 07798 866071 (Can deliver). Gtr London.

YAMAHA VIRAGO XV 750 1998, 16k miles, vgc, MoT, currently on Sorn, selling due to house move, £1750. Tel. 07712 587038. Denbighshire.

YAMAHA RD 250C blue, good engine, mint condition, standard, reconditioned, new wheels, shocks, £2800. Tel. 07808 761159. Somerset.

YAMAHA VIRAGO 535 clutch cable and rear wheel linings, all new, £20.

Tel. 01933 430026; 07982 487505.

Northants.

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YAMAHA YBR 125 2013, 1300 miles, very good condition. Tel. 07900 265151. Warks.

2 YAMAHA 600 Diversions, 2000,W and 2001 Y, MoT, need putting back together, lots of new parts inc tyres, both runners, make really good one and keep the other for spares or build two bikes, £600 the pair. Tel. 07798 794220. Worcs.

YAMAHA DT 125 A/C, 2T engine, 19,700 miles, running condition, £250; Yamaha 7" 2L/S hub, new shoes, £80; Yamaha N.O.S. alloy rims, 18", pair, £100; long term OAP, more dreams than time. £100. long term OAP Tel. 01293 410976.

Gatwick.

YAMAHA FJR 1300 2001, genuine 22k, good condition, silver panniers, new tyres and MoT, slight mark on fairing, £2800. Tel. 07850 873717.

Northants.

YAMAHA RD 250F red/white, good condition, one owner, last on road 84, powder coated frame, resprayed tank, new seat, all speeds, new tyres, chain, sprockets, £3000. Tel. 07808 761159. Somerset.

YAMAHA SR500 500cc, 1978, black/red, lovely original classic single, new tyres, battery, 37k miles, first to see will buy, MoT May 15, £2750. Tel. 07912 185478. Tyneside.

YAMAHA XS 650 pots, £50; Kawasaki GPZ 900, new, used, spares, plastics, switches, etc, £150; Triumph Bonneville 750, 5-speed gears, £350; TT carb amal, £350; Triumph Speedmaster seat, new, £100. Tel. 07956 121054. Worcs.

YAMAHA XV 650 Dragster Classic, 2005, exhaust as new, £500 ono.

Tel. 01302 327797; 07762 873456.

Yorks.

Parts For sale

4 LS TYPE GRIMECA 230mm front brake, hub and spindle, 36 s/s spoked into 18Ó x 1.85 Classic Akront aluminium valanc-ed TS type rim, all new and unused, £950. Will send photos if you Email interest to email: DerekBrock01@tiscali.co.uk Derbys.

APRILIA 125/123 engine, CDI ignition coil, £30; solenoid, £20; valve control unit, £30; home made valve blank, £20; Kawasaki GT 550 headlight, £50; all plus post. Tel/text.

07973 225042. Staffs.

APRILIA TUONO factory rear seat cover, also fits RSVR, £50. Email: bradbury007@btint.com. Cambs.

APRILIA DORSO DURO 750SM brand new, clocks, 0 miles, £250; Evotech tail tidy, £30; pair 15T-48T sprockets, 3k miles, £25; titanium carbon Arrow cans with link pipe, £250; DPM race levers, pair, £50, all mint. Tel. 07946 291426. St Helens, Merseyside.

BAGLUX TANK COVER red, from Honda FS 750,excellent condition,£45 ono; 2 Baglux tank bags, black, one large, one smaller, zip together, clip to tank bag,good condition,all zips working, £25 each. Offers for all 3 items?

Tel. Bill 01768 898799. Cumbria.

BMW F800 ST 800cc, Hepco & Becker pannier frames and rack, used once, £130; Baglux tank cover, used once, £60. £60. Tel. 07900 944783. S Yorks.

BMW R1200 GS/GSA (pre watercooled), Touratech low adjustable, comfort rider's seat, pristine condition, £200. Tel. 07742 970795. E Sussex.

BMW R1200 RT/R1200 ST factory panniers, 2005, red, slight scuffs on lids with keys, £25. Tel. 07903 380308. Enfield, London.

BMW R80RT 1994, parts for sale, Street Scrambler project makes panniers, side panels, orig rear shock, windscreen, seat, cockpit etc surplus, will sell all for £100. willing to sell individual parts. Tel. 01912 365047. Tyne & Wear.

BMW SUREFOOT SIDESTAND fits R65/R80/R100RS/RT, exc cond, £40; will post. Tel. 01902 331807. Wolvs.

BONNEVILLE FLY SCREEN tinted, still boxed, unwanted gift, £45. Tel. 01406 550338. Lincs.

BREAKING 2006 KAWASAKI KLE 500 all parts available, also loads GPZ 500 parts, and GPZ 900R parts.

Tel. Vince 07794 499428. W Mids. vinceskiba@aol.com BSA BANTAM 4 speed engine wanted, may consider rough bike.

Why? Tel. (01432) 353313. Herefordshire.

BSA BANTAM D7 engine unit, good sound cases, no broken fins (history unknown), ideal for rebuild or spares etc, £250. Tel. 01268 735135 for details. Essex.

CAGIVA 125 Freesia, Moto Morini 350 Dart, parts frame/swing arm, wheels, Brembos, top yoke, seta, bodywork, forks, front speedo drive, spindle etc, Kawasaki 250LTD side panels, yoke, cable operated front brake caliper, Tel. 07858 134475.

Durham.

DUCATI EXHAUST STANDARD CANS for 748, with chip, only 2,500 dry miles, £90. Tel. W Sussex. jobocar6@liv.co.uk FULL STANDARD EXHAUST SYSTEM for 2003/4 Kawasaki Z1000, absolutely mint, taken off bike when 3 months old in 2004, been dry stored for the last 10 years in boxes, £125. Tel. 07881 841215. Cambs.

Subscribe to Motor Cycle Monthly: www.classicmagazines.co.uk/MCM or call 01507 529529 FAZER FZS PARTS for sale: Full set of carbs - only 28k on them, grab rail, carbon effect wing mirrors, d/bubble, black tint fairing screen (almost new), original clear fairing screen, front light/nose cone unit, rear foot peg set, original seat - with gel insert professionally installed and recovered in its original black leather, side stand, shortened version, belly pan black, original 4 indicators lens, plus the orginal complete brake light, brand new crash bungs.Tel. 078310 90190. Beds.

GIVI M ONORACK BRACKETS 1998-2002, Honda Hornet, as new condition, c/w all fitting instructions and fittings, no rust or scratches, £25 ono. plus postage or buyer collects (cost £85).Tel. 01582 601467. Beds.

GREEVES TRIALS 197cc barrel with decompressor airway, std bore, £38; C15 new points, l/side engine cover, £35; Honda 4 starter motor, £15; mirrors, £5; one pair of chrome (new) headlamp bracket and bottom yoke, £15; could be Honda 125, will post. Tel. 01376 343559. Essex.

HARLEY DAVIDSON BITS Harley Fatboy exhaust silencers, under over shotgun type, vgc, £50 the pair; Sportster rear rack with back rest, £25. Tel. 0208 3022283. Kent.

HARLEY FAT BOB 2010, rear light unit and lens, £20. Tel. 07941 140312. Surrey.

HINCKLEY BONNEVILLE T100 pair silencers, brand new, never been on bike, still in boxes, £100. plus p&p Tel. 01255 479951. Clacton-on-Sea. HONDA 400/4 original 4-into-1 exhaust system, down pipes rechromed

by Silver Bronze, no exhaust, makes the bike better than copy, best offer.

Tel. 01252 616192. Hants.

HONDA 650 DEAUVILLE spares.Tel. 01784 461961 for details. Surrey.

HONDA CB 250/4 jade, 1990s, 7spoke wheel, 110/80/17 front, 140/80/17 rear, may suit other Honda VFR 400 etc or Supermoto build,£130 ono; other parts available. Honda NTV 650 Transalp, V-Twin motor, carbs, electrics, £175 the lot, suit chop build.

Tel. 07858 134475. Durham.

HONDA CB 900F rear indicators/Honda Fireblade 900RX rear indicators/Honda chrome chain guard, some rust, could be 750/4, Offers Tel. 01487 824144; 07980 663859. Cambs.

HONDA CBR 250 engine, complete with carbs, electrics, £750; Suzuki VT800 spares or repair, £350; bike jumble lot for sale, £200. Tel. 07831 188224. N Wales.

HONDA CD 185/200 spares, saddle, tank, f/wheel, loom and lots more, main colour blue, all the hard to find bits, guards etc. Tel. 01643 821431 for lists. Minehead, Somerset.

HONDA CG125 PARTS seat, air box and filter, battery box, exhaust bracket, clocks bracket, foot pegs, side panel, chrome headlight bracket, sell seperately or the lot, £55. Tel. 07752 443794. Denbighshire.

HONDA CX500 tank, original, black, red flashes, no dents, £50; plus chrome water pipe, £10; Tel. 01767 691209 (leave message).Sandy,Beds.

HONDA GOLDWING 1500 GLSE converting to trike, all rear end parts for sale inc new tyre on wheel, panniers, trims, rear brakes etc. Tel. 07402 989970. Leics.

HONDA NS400R clocks, lens cowl, fork guards, petrol tap, left exhaust, tuned barrels with heads, two gutted exhaust, £60; Ducati 400SS electrics, seat, plastics, foot rest, headlight, heads, carbs, £600. Tel. 078160 43480. Staffs.

HONDA HORNET 600F 2003, standard Honda exhaust system removed from the bike in 2004 at 700 miles when a new complete Scorpion system was fitted, unmarked condition, would cost to replace today £900, accept £285. cash on collection Tel. 01723 515546. N Yorks.

HYDRAULIC M/C LIFT s/h, but in good used condition and very clean, little private use, buyer collects. Tel. Alan on 01268 775841. Essex.

HYPER-PRO REACTIVE SAFETY CONTROL (RSC) steering damper for a Kawasaki 1400 ZZR 2006, black and like new all instructions and drawings available, cost £390 new, sensible offers welcome. Tel. 01805 623310. Devon.

JARDINE EXHAUST SYSTEM for Honda F6C Valkyrie, nice tone, not too loud, £160. Tel. 07711 539523.

W Sussex.

JAWA 2X 250cc, twin engines, mostly complete, £40 each; BSA B44 rear lamp, complete, £25; f/brake lever and s/s rod, £20. Tel. 01883 623049. Surrey.

JTS LEATHER WAISTCOAT XL, 42/44, as new, £35; Frank Thomas motorcycle boots, as new, size 9, £30; Honda CG125, 1976, 2000, new workshop manual, £12; Yamaha YZF R1, 1998/2003, new workshop manual, £12. Tel. 01484 663007. W Yorks.

KAWASAKI 750 GT 750cc motorcycle and sidecar or chassis to suit, Kawasaki GPZ 600, working or parts.Tel. 07921 488417. Northumberland.

KAWASAKI ER6F genuine Kawasaki tinted tall screen, £35; stainless steel radiator guard, £40; rear hugger, £35; alloy handlebar clamp, £20; alloy brake master cylinder cover, £20; rear luggage carry, £40; front footrests, £20; Haynes workshop manual, £20. Tel. 07532 535938; 01484 350451. W Yorks.

KAWASAKI ER6F rear luggage carrier, £45; radiator guard, stainless, £40; tinted high screen, £40; 3 oil filters, £15; two front footrests, £15; rear hugger, £45; ER6 workshop manual, £20; dynamic leathers, Belstaff style jacket, size 40, £50; Suzuki 600 Bandit workshop manual, £20; new rear shockers in box for 125cc, £30; jack gauges for 4 carb set up, £40.Tel. 01484 350451; 07532 335938. W Yorks.

KAWASAKI ER6F ACCESSORIES tinted tall screen, £35; rear hugger, £35; stainless radiator guard, £40; rear luggage carrier, £30; alloy handlebar clamp, £10; brake reservoir cover, £10; front footrests, £20; three oil filters, £15; workshop manual, £15; Rickman 30 ltr top box, £20; new rear shocks for KH 125, £30; car tuning gauges, £40. Tel. 01484 350451; 07532 335938. W Yorks.

KAWASAKI ER6N latest model high screen, genuine Kawasaki accessory, good condition, £30. Tel. 01746 780522. Shrops/W Mids area.

KAWASAKI GPZ 1100 A1-A3, Unitrack seat, excellent original condition, £70; Kawasaki GPZ 750 turbo seat, re-covered, excellent condition, £50; also service manual for this machine, £25. Tel. 01827 66952; 07961 911643. Staffs.

KAWASAKI ZXR 750 H1 Tokico 4 piston caliper, front right side, £30.

Tel. 0151 6069983. Wirral.

KAWASAKI ZZR 600D 1995 model, owners manual, part no. 999761126, top yoke with barrel/petrol filler cap, one key, front indicators, seat, £80. Tel. 07505 464654. W Mids.

KAWASAKI ZZR 600D Renthal rack, £40 ono; new stainless 4-into-1 exhaust downpipes, £130 ono; black windscreen,£12 ono; 3 Haynes manuals, Fireblade covers, 1995 to 2008, £8 each or £15 for all 3; Fireblade, 2005, Gipro gear indicator, new, £75 ono. Tel. 07758 515696. Lincs.

LADIES JACKET black leather, padded arms, room for back pad, good condition, size 16", £50; new mens lace sided trousers, leather, size 42" waist, 30" inside, £50; Harley Davidson detachable for Streetbob, 2006, £25; Harley Davidson back rest to fit 2006, Street Bob, good condition, £90; 1 clutch master fit VTR 1000 Bandit/1200 and other bikes, £45; New Honda choke cable fit, RS250A, £15; Yamaha XJR 1200/130, collector box, as new, £95. Tel. 07790 934835. Staffs.

LOTS OF GL1200 SPARES CBF 1000, tan leather tank cover, £50; CBF 1000 mudguard/front, £35; Thunderbird Legend Adventurer chain guard, mint, £20; Spada camouflage gloves, unused, large, £10; Vulcan 500 manual, £10. Tel. 07434 513161. Lancs/Cumbria.

MESH RADIATOR GRILL S2 model Landrover,(galvanised),£10;Volvo 7/9 Series rear springs/shock absorbers, set up towing, £20; Landrover 90/110 tow bar, unused, £15; Vauxhall Cavalier Mk 2 head carb, all lights, wipers, seat belts etc etc,£25 the lot,will post.

Tel. 01376 343559. Essex.

MG TD 1951, new steering rack, complete, £285 or swap for bike spares, why?; Triumph Bonnie wiring harness, 1960, £28; Triumph clutch, complete, 1954/59, £180; Triumph speedo, 1950s, £180. Tel. 0208 8944704. Middx.

MOTO GUZZI V50 /Monza mudguards, rear light and number plate holder wanted, also Honda 500/4 exhaust downpipes, will be painted black so chrome condition unimportant, Tel. 01270 811762. Cheshire.

MOTORCYCLE FLAT LIFT 40kgs capacity, Sealy make, pumps up hydraulically by foot, as new, only used twice, as new, £150. Tel. 01354 677374; 07970 68610. Cambs.

MOTORCYCLE FLAT LIFT 40kgs capacity, Sealy make, pumps up hydraulically by foot, as new, only used twice, as new, £150. Tel. 01354 677374; 07970 68610. Cambs.

MOTORCYCLE WHEEL RIM 40spoke, chromed steel "Radaeilli 1078", not used, no rust, £30; Dunlop air seal motorcycle inner tube, 3.0020, 3.25-20, used, £3. Tel. 01299 266565. Worcs.

PIRELLI ANGEL ST 180/55Z R17 tyre, never fitted as bike now sold, £90 ono. Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

R & G AERO CRASH PROTECTORS c/w all fittings/ teardrop shaped bobbins for Suzuki GSF 1250 GT (faired version), £85 ono. Tel. 0789 4078815. Notts.

REAR SHOCKS to fit 125, £25; wax cottom jacket, dynamic leathers, size 44, £50; bike boots, long leg, size 9, £25; Bandit workshop manual, £20; carb vac gauges for 4 cylinder bikes, £40. Tel. 07532 335938; 01484 350451. W Yorks.

RELIANT RIALTO 850cc, 1987, glass for sale, windscreen, £40; side windows, £30 each; doors with windows, £50 each; rear screen, £30; buyer collects. Tel. 01604 761633.

Northampton.

RUSH BALONEY cut slip-on pipes from USA for Harley Fat Bob (possibly fit Fat Boy), stainless, exc cond, £100 ono. Tel. 0151 2578093; 079460 24647. Widnes, Cheshire.

SCHUBERT S1 HELMET black, size 60/61, good condition, £40; Honda Fireblade RRY, 1999-2004, d/bubble screen, good condition, £40. Tel. 0208 3012913. S E London.

SUZUKI 1250 BANDIT Hagon rear suspension unit, £75; Micron road legal silencer with removable baffle, £60; both items in good condition.

Tel. 01746 780522. Shrops/W Mids.

SUZUKI BANDIT 1250-650 Beowulf silencer, stainless, oval, as new radiator cover, stainless, as new; Kawasaki ZX9R Remuse stainless silencer, vgc. Tel. 01432 265726.

Hereford.

SUZUKI BANDIT 1250 hugger, £30; silencer, £80. Tel. 07801 298132.

Dumfries, Scotland.

SUZUKI GK71F 400cc, front wheel with discs, set of carbs, Suzuki 800cc spares or repair, £350. Tel. 078311 88224. N Wales.

SUZUKI GSK 750F stainless downpipes, unused, £80. ovno; (collection only). Tel. 07801 629206; 01825 750468. E Sussex.

SUZUKI GSX 400EX 499cc, Motad 2:1 exhaust, as new, to fit 400EX, 400ET Twins, as new, £95 ono. plus postage, will deliver if local (up to 20 miles) Tel. 01790 754293. Lincs.

SUZUKI GSX 650F/650 Bandit, top case, rack with monkey fittings, £30; genuine Suzuki GSX 650F clear screen, as new, used once, £30. Tel. 01746 780522. Shrops/W Mids.

SUZUKI GSX650F/600/650/ 1200K/1250 Bandit Renntec chrome rear carrier, very good condition, £25. Tel. 01746 780522.

Shrops/W Mids.

SUZUKI INAZUMA 250cc, 2013, centre stand, £40; Givi rear rack, £40, both vgc, £40. plus p&p Tel. 0116 2402726. Leics.

SUZUKI RM 250 parts f/wheel/disc, swing arm, air box, petrol tank, seat, panels, mudguard, yellow, mid 80s, job lot, £75; Suzuki GT 125 exhausts, useable or spares, not mint, £70; GT 250 side panels, front brake assembly, £35; wheels, not mint, £100 pair.

Tel. 07858 134475. Durham.

SUZUKI TS 250 ENGINE 1979-80s, complete; GS 550E kick-start engine, £100; GT 125 77 model engine, spares, Suzuki GSF 400 import, 1990 engine, 36km runner, £200; exhaust 4/1 Bandit 400, £150; GS 550E forks/yokes, wheels, swing arm, C&S, s/s headlight brackets.

Tel. 07858 134475. Durham.

TOMOS A3ML 50cc, spares or repair, never been registered, this can be done at DVLA, it has been restored but not finished, needs stickers, seat cover, horn, sold as seen, £400 ono. Tel. 07765 158047.

Durham.

TRIUMPH 6T ENGINE 1950, to assemble, all parts cleaned, good big ends and bore, inc new bearings, rings, gaskets, screws etc, £650; T90/3TA bare cyl head and inlet manifold, £35.Tel. 01524 427818. Lancs.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE 790cc, T100 fully chromed front nudge bar, protection should bike fall over bike protection, cost new £131, will sell for £50. only - absolute bargain Tel. 07836 700313. Kent.

TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE (HINKLEY) new unused Hepco and Becker pannier racks, cost £220, sell £150 plus post; also Renntec rear rack, £60; Givi top box, (small), £50; top plate, £10. Tel. John Knibb 01626 369407; 07751 314562. Devon.

TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE 2002 parts, indicators, mirrors and end can, still in the box, sensible offers.

Tel. 07760 571399. Surrey.

TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE 955i, (2000 parts), EBC R pads, £6; Triumph oil filter, £6; mag clutch cover, new, £30; standard rear section, new, unused exhaust, £45; rear Alcantara seat unit, £25; paddock stand, rear, £35; f/wheel and tyre (silver), £35.Tel. 07919 800699. Derbys.

TRIUMPH SPRINT ST1050 20062010, standard chain guard, £10; Quill undersea exhaust, £125; Powerbronze d/bubblescreen, £15; Bagster tank cover, silver/grey, £40; all used but in good condition. Tel. 07813 074148. W Mids.

TRIUMPH ST TRIPLE BAR end mirrors, genuine Triumph parts, not used, as new, £100 inc p&p. Tel. 07504 174923. Kent.

TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE 2013, bar end mirrors, £100 inc p&p; comfort seat, £100 inc p&p; front fork protector, £25 inc p&p; all genuine Triumph parts and as new. Tel. 07504 174923. Kent.

TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD Legend, chaingaurd, mint, £20; GL 1200 fork stanchions, £40; mens classic black leather jacket, 46", £60; Vulcan 500 manual, £10; Bulldog owners manual, £10; Diversion 900 owners manual, £10. Tel. 07434 513161. Lancs.

TRIUMPH TIGER 800 white, great condition, fully serviced & history.

26500 miles,tall screen, rear hugger.

Offers around £4000. Tel. 07966 552897. Glos.

TRIUMPH TIGER SEATS seats, brand new, one for 1050, one for Tiger Sport, £10 each; also standard screen, fits either, good condition, not new, £30. Tel. 0208 3012913. S London.

UNDER SEAT EXHAUST to fit Honda CBR 600RR, as new, £70 ono. Tel. 01604 642687. Northants.

VFR 1200 SCORPION Red power carbon exhaust can, £25. Tel. 01204 883999. Gtr Man. VFR 1200 SCORPION red power carbon exhaust can, £25. Tel. 01204 883999. Gtr Man. VILLIERS 8E 197cc 3-speed engine unit, c/w carb, air filter, elects, folding kick-start/gear levers (no piston), probably needs rebore (rebuild), spares etc, (history unknown), £250.

Tel. 01268 735135. Essex.

VILLIERS ENGINE unit, 150cc, with rare 4-speed gearbox, believed 30/C carb, electrics, folding kickstart/gear levers, complete unit, £250. Tel. 01268 735135. Essex.

WANTED REAR BSA ARIAL type rear brake plate A10, B31 etc or full hub, complete, Tel. 01723 515546.

N Yorks.

YAMAHA AS3 125cc, frame/arm, £40; Yamaha AS1 frame/arm, £40; Ducati 160cc petrol tank,original paint, £55; Dellorto UBF 24BS carb, complete, £60; Bantam Todd racing head, 125, £55.Tel. 01784 455066. Middx.

YAMAHA DIVERSION 900 plastics, 99-02, never used, mint nose fairing, left side panel, square tail panel blue, l/s panel red, £200. plus p&p ovno the lot or will sell separate. Tel. Neil 07455 912421 after 1pm. Cumbia.

YAMAHA FAZER FZS Mk 1, set of carbs, full working order, from a bike with only 28k,Tel.0783 1090190.Beds.

YAMAHA TDM AS 900cc, silencers from 2006 model, original Yamaha, brilliant condition apart from a scuff on cache's cover plate, bargain at £175 ono. plus p&p Tel. Neil 07455 921421 after 1pm or collect. Cumbria.

YAMAHA TOWNMATE T80 engines, electrics, seat, £100 the lot; Aprilia 125cc front wheel, good tyre and disc, 2000 onwards, £25; Motad exhaust for GPZ 305, £20. Tel. 01205 723909. Boston, Lincs.

Wanted

ANY MAKE OR SIZE classic motorcycle wanted from a basketcase to one in nice or restored condition.

Cash waiting. Tel. 07811 189755.

Staffs.

BELSTAFF WANTED wax cotton, trial or road jacket, any cond considered, will collect or pay post. Tel. 01432 353313; 07989 448418.

Herefordshire.

BMW R1200 GS fully loaded with lower seat, first class condition, £6765. Tel. 01544 598142. Herefordshire.

BMW TWIN WANTED early 70s to mid 90s, any condition considered, genuine private enthusiast. Tel. 07913 555747. Merseyside.

GL 1000 WANTED runner preferred but consider anything, also want good spares, especially nos parts, Tel. 07828 103437. Notts.

HONDA AFRICA TWIN 750cc, crash bars, seat pan, all for Africa Twin, 1997 model, Tel. 07557 301119; 01553 617828. Norfolk.

HONDA CG 125 125cc wanted, centre stand for Honda CG 125 with spring, CG 125 badges for side panels, rear footrests, good front tyre 250-18, 4 ply, painted front mudguard. Tel. 01253 736245. Lancs.

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2013 Suzuki Gladius Dealer’s price: £4499 | 76bhp | 50lb-ft Liquid-cooled V-twin.

Tested by: Bob Pickett

The SuzukI Gladius had quite a strong marketing push towards female bikers at first, but this feisty little machine shouldn’t (like any motorcycle) be pigeonholed. Based on the superb SV650 – a bike our editor says gave him one of his top-10 rides ever – the Gladius (cruelly nicknamed ‘Gladis’) is fun for new riders of any gender, as well as those with much more experience. The name has been dropped, but the machine lives on as the SFV650, available with or without ABS.

Give me some spec

A steel trellis frame houses the tried and trusted 645cc 90° V-twin engine from the SV650S. The bike is slim, weighing in at 201kg, and the 76bhp and 50lb-ft of torque are more than ample. Stopping power comes from twin 290mm floating discs with two-piston calipers up front, and a 240mm disc with onepiston caliper at the rear.

The 2013 model I rode came in matt black with ABS, and on the day more than one person said what a good-looking bike it was in that scheme.

So, what’s it like to ride?

With a seat height of just 785mm and a narrow profile, the Gladius will suit all but the shortest of riders. My 5ft 10in frame fits perfectly, and I’ve been told taller riders still find it comfortable. The bars are narrow, with the footpegs set in quite a sporty position.

The engine is perky and willing, and likes being revved (at lower speeds in lower revs it can feel lumpy); the best way to ride the Gladius is to lean into it slightly (which is aided by the riding position) and steer through the pegs. Countersteer with the bars only and it’ll turn smoothly, but move those hips and push on the pegs and it turns on a sixpence, making for an involving and fun ride.

Flowing A-roads are great fun, while town work is a doddle because of the narrow profile.

Motorways are handled easily enough, though the lack of wind protection can get tiring. B-roads?

It depends on the surface; if they’re good then the Gladius loves them (a decent rider on a Gladius could easily embarrass someone on more sporty tackle). But poor surfaces show up the suspension and the hard seat, with the rider feeling like they’re on a pogo stick at times.

The brakes are more than enough to stop the Gladius, and I never called the ABS into action.

What nick is it in?

As you would imagine from a bike that has sat at the back of the showroom and almost never been used (a large chunk of the miles on the clock came from this test ride), it is pristine.

What’s it worth?

The dealer is asking £4499 for this 2013 model with just shy of 200 miles under the belt – current SFV650s with ABS are priced at £5534 OTR. There are similar aged bikes with low mileage out there; a dealer search (within 50 miles of the dealer who loaned me the bike) came up with a 2014 machine with one mile for £5399 and a 2013 model with 650 miles on the clock for £4199.

Meet the dealer With thanks to Johns of Romford for the loan of the bike. www.johnsofromford.co.uk Tel: 01708 754775