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  • Great Scottish show moving to Edinburgh

    Great Scottish show moving to Edinburgh

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    Taking place on the weekend of August 9-10, two spectacular days of action will see visitors treated to row-upon-row of display bikes from clubs and private entries, manufacturers, trade stands, autojumbles and star guests covering both modern and classic machines and eras. Exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: “To see our portfolio of events expanding is…

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  • A long pause!

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    Colin Knight with the Weslake BVR five-valve engine. The engine was intended for road use and was the first British motorcycle engine designed to run on unleaded fuel Weslake motorcycle engines were largely the work of Ron Valentine and his son Brian and the single overhead cam unit engine that Colin purchased turned out to…

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  • Celebration of classic motorcycles at Bristol show

    Celebration of classic motorcycles at Bristol show

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    Plenty to see and do at Bristol Some fantastic displays and exhibitions marked the 34th Carole Nash Bristol Classic MotorCycle Show, and none were more impressive than the winner of the Best Club Stand prize – the Bristol section of the Norton Owners Club. Inspired by their own first ever meeting back in 1963, club…

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  • Top selection of display bikes at Bristol Classic

    Top selection of display bikes at Bristol Classic

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    And the winner is… With several hundred machines on display as private entries or on club stands, picking winners has proved a difficult task. James Robinson, editor of The Classic MotorCycle magazine has spoken about the fantastic selection of classics in attendance: “There are some lovely machines, many of which are freshly restored. “Gaby Hunt’s…

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  • Somerset winners announced!

    Somerset winners announced!

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    With some of the most creative trade and club stands we’ve seen in a long time, and some stunning motorcycles polished to perfection on display, it has been a real treat for the eyes. We’re now ready to announce those who have caught the eyes of our meticulous judges this weekend. And the winners are:…

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  • Local flavour at Shepton Mallet

    Local flavour at Shepton Mallet

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    Funds are raised for the Somerset Emergency Flood Relief Appeal. Alongside local motorcycle clubs and regional sections of national organisations, local cider, cheese and confectionary producers have been showcasing their wares with visitors taking in the many treats on offer. Classic Bike Shows's exhibition manager Nick Mowbray said: "We always enjoy our visits to the…

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  • Club stand winners announced at the Bath and West

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    Bob Presley, Norton Owners Club Bristol Branch secretary and designer of the stand, spoke of his excitement at winning: “As we are now more than 50 years on from our first meeting, we wanted to mark the occasion and it’s a great honour to be recognised for our efforts. “It was a tough task to…

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  • All systems go at Shepton Mallet

    All systems go at Shepton Mallet

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    Despite concerns over the weather conditions in England's south west, the venue is unaffected and, as we highlighted on Thursday, measures are in place in the surrounding car parks to ensure that the show runs smoothly. A walk around the several halls will see visitors come across some exceptional club stands, with members going all…

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  • Come and see TCM at the show…

    Come and see TCM at the show…

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    Meet Rachel on the TCM stand The latest issue, which went on sale Friday, February 7, is available and features a FREE 32-page supplement: British Motorcycles and the Military. In the magazine itself, there's an Ariel Red hunter profile and 1930s racing hardman Ernie Nott is featured. Plus…  a 1954 ISDT gold medal Francis-Barnett, a…

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  • Bargain hunters at the Bristol classic

    Bargain hunters at the Bristol classic

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    The potential poor weather has not deterred the crowds who've braved conditions in order to get first pick of the parts they need to get their bikes in top riding condition for the summer. The best items are going fast, so showgoers need to be quick. Gates are open today and tomorrow (February 8-9) from…

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