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The autojumble promises to be bigger than ever with over 300 stalls, there will be a large ‘avenue of clubs’ area and plenty going on in the arena. New for this year will be camping on site. Applications are still being taken for themed wartime bikes, avenue of clubs and private exhibits, including concourse. The…

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Roy Taylor and the 1932 Ariel Square Four 600 that took some years to restore The main pavilion is being rebuilt, so space was found for much of the motorcycle display, traders and classic cars in a temporary structure that was also impressive. Even so, covered space was at a premium, so there was a…

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They come complete and with an aluminium gear. Whereas in the past Draganfly required your old auto advance unit in exchange, it no longer needs it since you can buy them off the shelf. With the part number 10568-54 they cost £202.50 + vat. Draganfly Motorcycles 01986 894798 or www.draganfly.co.uk

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Latest record figire is 183.374mph (295.112kph). Impressive stuff.  Says Stuart: “The question now is… just how fast can a Velo go?” • In other news, we learn of another print run for The Story of the Pioneer Run. The first run sold out with six months. The second edition contains extra information from readers and…

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Screen grab taken from a video of the IoM meeting between Ernie (left) and Gerard. Well, it transpired his Manx had quite a story, being used by Ernie Washer, winner of the 1958 Manx GP ‘double.’ So, last year at the Manx GP Ernie and Gerard arranged to meet up, with arch Norton enthusiast Gerard…

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Highlights include the 1928 Henderson four pictured, the Harley-Davidson featured on page 77 of the current issue (May 2014) of The Classic MotorCycle, a Gilera San Remo (the ‘racing’ Saturno), an ex-Steve McQueen Harley-Davidson VL and another from the McQueen stable, a 1971 Husqvarna, plus an eight valve Indian board track racer and a stunning…

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Jaguars at classic show Admission is £6.50 for adults and £3 for children. There is an additional charge of £3.50 to enter the castle. For more information or if you would like to exhibit your classic vehicle: contact Mark Woodward on 016974 51882 or visit www.markwoodwardclassicevents.com In other news, Blenheim Palace will be the salubrious…

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Originally attached to a sidecar, 'FTV 702' was first registered by George Brough on 24th May 1939 and only two days later took part in the London-Edinburgh endurance run piloted by George with Motor Cycling journalist Henry Laird in the 'chair'. Laird's article about the event was published in Motor Cycling's edition of June 14,…

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The brainchild of BBC Radio 2 Breakfast DJ Chris Evans, the self-appointed ‘King of Classics’ recently announced that Friday April 4, 2014 will be the first National Classic Car & Bike Day and is calling for owners to offer friends and colleagues a lift to work in exchange for charitable donations to Children In Need.…

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