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Meet racing legend John Surtees this weekend
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The only man ever to win a Formula One World Championship in a Ferrari that wasn’t red will be reunited with his blue and white machine this weekend. 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…
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Ban mobile phone use when driving: renewed appeal
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Just over ten years after hand-held mobile phones were banned at the wheel, Brake is renewing its call to ban hands-free kits, as a Brake and Direct Line survey reveals that almost half (45%) of drivers admit to chatting when driving. While the use of hand-held phones by drivers has dropped, hands-free use has risen, likely to…
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Heading to France? Don’t forget your breathalyser!
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The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) and AlcoSense breathalysers are reminding motorists travelling to France that it is still a legal requirement to carry an NF approved breathalyser in all vehicles. The easiest way to tell if the breathalyser complies with the French legislation is to make sure it has the blue circular NF logo,…
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Meet your World Superbike heroes with Riders for Health
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World Superbike fans will have the chance to meet their SBK heroes and feel the thrill of riding the Donington Park race track at a brand new Riders for Health event. Day of Dreams takes place on Thursday 22 May and is an opportunity for fans to go behind-the-scenes of SBK and meet past…
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Charity Kawasaki Ninja to tackle TT course 30 years after historic win
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In 1984 the Isle of Man production TT race for machines up to 1500cc was won by Geoff Johnson on the first ever Kawasaki in the famous Ninja line, the GPz900R. Now, exactly thirty years later, a rider representing the Stroke Association Support charity is going to complete a lap of the famous 37…
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The Harley dealership that started life in a shed
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A local business that started life in a shed at the bottom of the owner’s garden is this month celebrating a 30-year partnership with one of the world’s longest established and best known motorcycle manufacturers. On Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April, Riders of Bridgwater will celebrate three successful decades as an authorised Harley-Davidson dealership…
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Solo biker takes on 6,000 mile Arctic endurance challenge for charity
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In May 2014, Gordon Stuart will make his second attempt to reach the Arctic Circle by motorbike when he sets off on the 6,000 mile ride to Nordkapp, the most northerly point in Europe. Gordon attempted this trip back in May 2011 but unfortunately was involved in an accident on day 8 of the…
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Ride a motorcycle: how to get your child on two wheels
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Introducing youngsters to riding is a pretty exciting moment, not just for the children but also mum and dad too. MCM has put together a guide of the training available out there that gives your kids a proper taste of life on two wheels… Words: Melanie Falconer The normal route for youngsters to try out…
