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Although this does not seem to be a great number of entries, please bear in mind that there are 148 other riders who are not competing with you for these spaces as they already have a ride. If you are interested in taking part in the 2014 Trial, please remember that you do need to…

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Basically the standard carb studs are 2.5in apart and the Monobloc and Concentric need 2in. Surrey Cycles does two types – for the 350 and 500 Goldie. It is the latest addition to the Surrey Cycles carburettor range and is to the usual standard enthusiasts have come to expect from the company. The studs are…

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Expect some spectacular on-track riding as many of the championship bronze and silver medal positions are still unclaimed. Out of the 30-plus three-wheelers. Look out for the Konig of Chris Nickels and the 'Morgan Hale' of Ewan Cameron, who is also campaigning the 'Manx Superior' in the solo unlimited races. The hordes of scooters can…

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Their achievement was even more remarkable because of the two bikes they chose to do the run on – BSA’s Gold Star Clubman models. Of the many achievements laid at the wheels of the Clubman Goldie, touring isn’t normally the first one that springs to mind. Anyway, the two bikes Dave and Keith rode performed…

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“We have supported an epic 4000 mile coastline ride for autism throughout the year,” said Mulberry’s MD Martin Chick, “and the culmination of this fantastic feat, undertaken by Paul Newman, will be a ride into the show on Sunday morning and Paul will be accompanied by our very special guest and NAS supporter, 1970s pop…

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He achieved this distinction in his own way by converting an AJS 7R road racer to off-road trim and dominating. His rise began when he was selected to represent Sweden as part of the MXdNations team in 1954. The individual winner of the event, his efforts also placed the Swedish team second. Nilsson was deemed…

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Riders need to arrive at the Watsonian factory in Blockley (GL5 9RF) by 9.30am to sign on – expect to return by lunchtime. A donation of £5 per vehicle would be appreciated; all proceeds will go to the Mike Ellis memorial fund. Cheltenham and Cotswold Advanced Motorcyclists will provide travelling marshals to keep things running…

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The event, taking place in Netley Marsh, Southampton, on September 6-7, has seen nearly 290 plots taken up by traders, as well as bookings for six club stands; the highest number of clubs ever to attend the show. Show manager Nick Mowbray said: “The event is filling up fast and is certainly on target to…

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Born on June 21, 1941 Robbie’s formative years were in the Aberdeenshire village of Garlogie and his early motorcycling exploits were with the Bon Accord MCC in Aberdeen. Robbie lived a life packed full of motorcycling achievement both as a rider and organiser while retaining an enduring enthusiasm for two and three wheels. On road,…

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Open to genuine race and faithful replicas of pre-63 group 1 and Group 2 machines, the series aims to maintain a level playing field for such motorcycles and their riders. For information go to www.lansdowneclassicseries.com and www.davida.co.uk • Meanwhile, we hear the Bainbridge Show Hill Climb is back on again, on Wednesday, August 14 starting…

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