The Weather is getting better, so no excuse not to be out on
even the most precious of motorcycles. As you will see below, we have recently
spent more time recently with post war and modern bikes than our own era of Pre
1940s.
Our own development continues. This remains our temporary virtual
home whilst a full e-commerce enabled site is developed. Meanwhile we continue
to rescue old bikes and carry out research projects. We therefore need your
help to boost the content such as with your favourite ride outs, bike friendly
haunts and your restorations. Send your content to Editor@fenlandclassics.co.uk
Brooklands Motorcycle Volunteers
The Volunteers are busy preparing for the Ton-Up Day which is their
premier event for 2013 Follow on Twitter #TonUpDay . Many of the museum bikes will be ridden but some need
some attention following their trip to the Vintage Revival meeting at Montlhéry
near Paris in April. There are some stunning images of this event via the
Volunteers Facebook page.
The Rudge Enthusiasts met at the Museum on 19 May. There was
a large turn out and most took the opportunity for a blast up Test Hill and a
ride round part of the iconic banked circuit.
More recently we got the chance of a few images replica Manx Norton which had been run up for the first time since the owner had acquired it some time ago. The test was successful which will enable the owner to run it at the Norton Owners Club Day at the Museum on 9 June 2013. For more details see the Museum Website.
BikeShed.cc Event
On 18 May we had the opportunity to find out what went on
behind the Bikeshed! The Event is essentially a coming together of all things
bike with an emphasis on custom builds of all types. Held at the Shoreditch
Studios, this was an opportunity to soak up the art of the motorcycle. The guys
behind the Bikeshed Motorcycle Club are a group of London based individuals who
are passionate about motorcycles that decided to combine their infrequent blogs, blags and email banter into a
virtual club. This grew into the “Event” after they imagined their version of
what a cool bike show would look like. All we know is it was the best show we
have ever been to. So roll VT to for a flavour of the event.
See more at The Bikeshed.cc Website
The Southern Classic
Motorcycle Show and Bikejumble
Eric, The worlds fastest Patterson organises the bi-monthly
jumbles at Kempton Park Racecourse which are supplemented by the Classic Show
each May. This year was yet another success with the usual display of owners
clubs and the addition of a Cafe racer display to celebrate 75 years of the Ace
Cafe London and some of the Bikes to be auctioned by Historics on 2 June. For
more about future bike jumbles and Eric’s Daytona world records on vintage
bikes see the EGP Enterprises Website.
