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The master at work John Surtees, who is also unique in having won world championships on both two and four wheels, will be at the 34th Carole Nash International Classic MotorCycle Show at Staffordshire County Showground alongside his unusually painted Ferrari 158. The car’s original Rosso corsa colour scheme was painted over in American NART…

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John Edwards’ winning image The images were judged on the quality of the photography – with no criteria for the type or condition of the motorcycle, whether its a classic or modern, sport or pleasure, riding or displaying. All we asked was that the image included a motorcycle… or part of one. In true tradition,…

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It has taken 30 years to collect all the bits to complete the restoration of Anthony Curzon’s Norton Atlas Scrambler Inside, the main display offered the usual mix of regulars as well as some freshly restored bikes. The Stockman's building was taken on for the overspill and the Bantam Owners' Club managed to monopolise an…

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Track legend John Surtees will be at Stafford The 34th Carole Nash Classic MotorCycle Show takes place on the weekend of April 26-27 at Staffordshire County Showground, and racing legend John Surtees will be there as guest of honour five decades after becoming the first man to win world championships on two and four wheels…

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Vincent raffle prize! See the bike close up at Stafford show There will be an exclusive 30th birthday party on the evening of Friday October 31with a 1980s theme to reflect the decade of the Museum's opening. As well as live music there will also be an 80s rock disco and a 'stars on stage'…

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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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