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  • Barry Sheene tribute

    Barry Sheene tribute

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    A unique A3-sized commemorative ‘Bazza’ poster is available… Motorcycle racers – or indeed any sportsman or woman from a ‘minority’ activity – have rarely ‘crossed over’ into the public’s collective consciousness. But just as a policeman can still say; “Who do you think you are, Stirling Moss?’ to a youth driving too fast and they’ll…

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  • Cameron Donald to ride for Norton at 2014 IoM TT races

    Cameron Donald to ride for Norton at 2014 IoM TT races

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    After three years with Wilson Craig Racing, there has been much speculation about Donald’s future since last year’s TT. However, while the change in teams will see his career take a different direction, it signals his intention to continue racing at the highest level and also his passion for competing on the Mountain Course. Hailing…

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  • National Motorcycle Museum sets stage for Superbike champs

    National Motorcycle Museum sets stage for Superbike champs

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    Carl Fogarty and Jamie Whitham The old rivals and best of friends compete in a hilarious, highly charged race down memory lane. Neither holds back and fans are treated to an evening of candid banter – live and uncut. Fuelled by the success of their 2014 January Tour, the pair will hit the road again…

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  • Selwyn Griffiths guest of honour at 2014 Manx Grand Prix

    Selwyn Griffiths guest of honour at 2014 Manx Grand Prix

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    Welshman Selwyn is well known around race paddocks throughout the British Isles and is still a familiar face in the race paddock at the rear of the Grandstand on Glencrutchery Road some fifty years after his illustrious victory on Thursday September 3, 1964 riding a Cowles Matchless at an average speed of 96.270 mph. His…

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  • Prestigious award for IoM VMCC

    Prestigious award for IoM VMCC

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    Richard Birch, left, and Tony East collect the award from Laurence Skelly The Festival of Jurby, and associated VMCC rallies and parades, are part of the newly branded Isle of Man Festival of Motorcycling that also features the new Classic TT, the Manx Grand Prix and the Two Day and Classic Trials. The club runs…

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  • Getting started

    Getting started

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    The CNC built machine uses the latest starter and battery technology to provide a high powered unit capable of starting all ages and capacity of machines. The Powerstart features include a hard-wired foot switch or a wireless remote, and its light weight, only 35kg including the battery and integrated wheels, make it easy to handle. The…

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  • Scott and Sammy star at Thundersprint

    Scott and Sammy star at Thundersprint

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    “I have ridden at the Thundersprint twice before,” says Redding, “and I honestly loved every minute of it. It is a giant two-day party for anyone who loves bikes and, best of all, I’ve got the time to talk to fans.” Sammy Miller is a firm favourite with the Thundersprint crowds and will bring two…

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  • Cadwell Park anniversary celebration

    Cadwell Park anniversary celebration

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    Cadwell master Derek Chatterton leads Rod Gould Lincolnshire motorcycling all-rounder Pete Boast, along with Errol Gowshall and circuit manager Jon Rush are the driving force behind the event, which will see three classic races take to the track on Sunday, along with a Classic Racer Champions of Cadwell parade. The Classic King of Cadwell will…

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  • March/April 2014 Classic Racer on sale now!

    March/April 2014 Classic Racer on sale now!

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    March-April Classic Racer on sale now! CLASSIC RACER REGULARS • Editor's intro Malc set the scene • Archive Shot Breaking records • Paddock Gossip Breaking news • Readers Write Your turn to speak • Subscribe Why wouldn’t you? CLASSIC RACER PEOPLE • Rod Gould Part 3 Road to the title • Graeme Crosby Flying Kiwi…

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  • New life for Mallory

    New life for Mallory

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    Mallory’s back in business Stuart Hicken and Eddie Roberts, both well known in the world of motorcycle racing, have formed a jointly owned company, Real Motorsport Limited, to run the circuit on a day to day basis. Commenting on the news, Eddie Roberts said: “This is a great day for us both. We have grown…

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