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Waxed cotton trousers These traditional wax cotton motorcycle trousers are made using 10 oz waxed cotton. The trousers have an elasticated waist and double layer seat for durability, also a side opeing which is zipped and studded for easy access when pulling over leg trousers and are lined from the waist down to the knee.…

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Des Heckle aboard the Francis-Barnett Falcon he rescued in 2006 Club members brought a small, but varied selection of bikes to make up a small display to the side of the famous Clubhouse. In spite of the nearby display of the more outrageous aero-engined cars, there was a lot of interest in the two wheelers…

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Long-time campaigner Mervyn Stratford continued to wring amazing performances from his 1934 Rudge 250. The 350 class saw some interesting battles between Ducatis and Gold Stars. John Warwick and his 1958 500 Gold Star frequently put it across the Manxes and G50s as well as the bigger twins. Rob Walker was another to use a…

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While former National champions were prevailed upon to present trophies and souvenirs, some of the sidecar racers ventured on to the track. Gerry Wheeler, passengered by son Steve, and Alan Artus, with Matt Fumarola, made a few demonstration laps. Within a couple of corners the outfits had closed up, the pace increased and for a…

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Justin Newall heads for a class win and a new personal best as he records 10.76 at 123mph on his Hagon Triumph. The Wroughton events always attract a fine variety of machines, often producing performances that mean they are punching way above their weight. Richard von Mach took the open 250 Racing class – on…

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After the war Bayley engaged his friend Len Cole to look after the bike. As a leading light in both sprinting and Douglas twins, Len’s stewardship was an inspired choice. As the years passed, he simply made his long-obsolete motorcycle go ever quicker. As well as tuning and preparing the bike, Len also engaged people…

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