BMWJournalJune2019

MAGAZINE OF
THE BMW CLUBTHE JOURNAL

£3.00 June 2019

INSIDE

30+ MOTORCYCLES
IN 54 YEARS

Piers Kurrein reflects on all the bikes
he has owned over many years

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The Journal Almost 10% of club members were in Scotland Other reading for you includes a run through
June 2019 in early May. Well done and many thanks to of Piers Kurrein’s extensive bike ownership
Judy Lepley and the Scottish Section team who over 52 years along with David William’s ride
The Official BMW Club within the UK and put together the Rob Roy event on May Bank to complete the South West’s photographic
Republic of Ireland. Holiday weekend. Over 80 bikes and around challenge last year. For any of you thinking
160 people took over the hotel. We were of finding space in the garage for a big tourer
www.thebmwclub.org.uk wined, dined and entertained with runs out, Oxford Sections review is well worth a read.
after dinner talks, quiz and lots of opportunity
The Editorial Team to chat with other club members. Ulster Section The front Cover picture this month is of
had 85 bikes and 123 people, who got covered Piers Kurrein’s hired F800GS on the R317
Editor: Features,Articles, Section News: Liz Elvidge in a dusting of snow, at their Nethybridge event heading for Bredasdorp in the Western Cape
07871212726 - [email protected] the same weekend. Well done and thank you to South Africa.
the organisers. You will be reading more about
Production Editor: Bruce Lepley 0772536832 – these two highly successful events next month. My photo this month is of John and I picking
[email protected] up the GSA we hired in Phoenix Arizona. We
What a great club we have, I know I have have great memories of this holiday
Torque Reaction: Paul Nadin, 49 Berkshire Drive, said it before, but we are very lucky to have
Congleton, CW12 1SB. 01260 279 443 - torque.reaction@ volunteers who are willing to give up their time Check out the Diary and Compass for
bmwclub.org.uk and put the effort into organising events for us. opportunities to get out and about and if you
It is so easy to feel disheartened by the few are going to the TT this month do try and get to
Mutual Aid: Dik Langan - [email protected] who are not satisfied with the outcomes of our Northern Section’s meet up at 12noon on 2nd
dedicated band of volunteers both at national June at Ballaugh Bridge.
Commercial Display Advertisements: Dik Langan - and section level. I for one will be singing
[email protected] the praises of this club, celebrating all that is Ride Safe
good about it and thanking all those who are Liz
Small Business Advertisements: Dik Langan - small.ads@ providing opportunities for club members to
bmwclubuk.net get out and about and have some fun. Our club
depends mostly on it’s current members their
Diary of Events: Around The Compass: Bob Barker - positive attitude, participation and appreciation
[email protected] of the work done by club volunteers.

Club/Section Display Ads: Piers Kurrein - club.ads@ I must also thank those members who have
bmwclubuk.net sent in articles and photographs for the Journal.
Over the past couple of months Bruce and I
National Officers have been working on creating more space for
articles so please keep them coming in.
President: Ian M Dobie. 01793 729 016 or 07803 206 893 ian.
[email protected] Speaking of which, it was a joy to see the
Secretary: Stewart Lowthian. 29 Wagg Street, Congleton, parental pride in Ron Thackeray’s expression
Cheshire. CW12 4BA 01260 279126 [email protected] when he told me of the very special present his
Treasurer: Jim Lepley. 7 Landale Gardens, Burntisland, Fife KY3 son bought him for his 75th birthday this year.
9HN. 01592 874 592 [email protected]
Social Secretary: Simon Johnston. 07702 709063. social@ This Months Contents
bmwclubuk.net Feature Contents
Membership Secretary: Bob Barker. 88 Browns Bay Road,
Islandmagee, Larne, Northern Ireland, BT40 3RX 028 9338 2558 John Matthews Eulogy 7
or 07770 746627 [email protected]
Vice-Presidents: Cliff Batley 07966 015607 eastanglia. Club Event Advertising 7
[email protected] Simon Johnston - northeast.secretary@
bmwclubuk.net Alan Orme - [email protected] AGM 2019 10

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amend any item or image submitted to The Journal. Such amendments will Completing the 2018 SW Alphabetic Challenge - David Williamson 20
usually only be to make an item more readable or easier to understand.
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June 2019

Register News 8 Small Business Ads 46

So as May and spring become a memory here we at Dawson Creek, “Mile Post Zero”. From there to collectively and sometimes individually to meet a
are at the beginning of June and like many of you, Muncho Lake, Signpost City, White Horse and on to section or specific need. The rapid development
I guess, I’m sorting out the bike and necessary the Yukon and Dawson City of Klondike Kate fame of all the ever expanding range of modern media
details for our summer trip. This year we’re off to then back into Alaska at Poker Creek along the resources has led to a cacophony of systems and
Austria along with fellow section members and Top of the World Highway and back to the Alaskan programmes but without any strategic plan as far as
looking forward to some good roads, hotels en route Highway to retrace a route back to New York. A trip the whole club is concerned. It was by all accounts
and great company. There is so much to choose I’ll never forget with memories of scenery, wild life, a very productive meeting and I find it extremely
from these days from do- it-yourself bookings companions and experiences that many dream of, rewarding that members are prepared to put time
to section organised or ever more specialised but never think they can ever achieve. But, that is and effort yet again into work that will ultimately
motorcycle package tours, guided or otherwise, really my point, reading all about someone else’s benefit the club as a whole and us as individual
on offer as you fancy. I’ve tried many including the exploits, communicating with them for advice members. I look forward to their progress and
Motorrad tours and never been disappointed with could well be the start of your next solo or group suggestions for any improvements. The club can
the organisation, accommodation or companionship adventure. Likewise, if you’ve ever done something only benefit from such efforts if we all get behind
which you should rightly expect from a professional a bit different write and tell us all about it. and accept any recommended changes to our
travel company. Exactly the same goes for section current practices.
organised trips so it is a real feather in the cap of The battle still rages on over Sadiq Khan’s
those members around the country that put time Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) charges and Take it easy out there and ride safe
and effort into researching, planning and organising motorcycle emission figures where pre Euro 3 Ian
so many of these events at home or abroad. machines are not necessarily as highly polluting
as the mathematical model used would state by t: 01333 429451 m: 07734 683429
Last month I mentioned my meeting in Sweden over-estimating the real world emissions. To avoid e: [email protected]
with a member of BMW AG from the Munich HQ the charges owners have to submit their vehicle w: scotiasidecars.com
and those that attended the AGM will have heard to a test or provide documentary evidence on the
how Robert Freeman our DVLA officer had by a lot emission level. MAG have stated that Transport for June 2019
of hard work and visiting them in Germany secured London (TfL) has chosen a NOx emissions limit
a much better deal for club members wishing to of 0.15g/km for motorcycles, based on the figure
authenticate their older machines. I very much hope for this single pollutant in the Euro 3 motorcycle
that following my meeting with Pavlo of BMW club standard. TfL claim that the evidence for pre-Euro 3
and community management, the office in Munich motorcycles being highly polluting is provided by the
can bring some pressure to bear on the UK importer COPERT 5 data for average motorcycle emissions
to at least officially recognise the club and work with at an average speed of 30km/h. However, the data
us to both our mutual advantage, but only time will from COPERT 5 shows that average emissions
tell. from pre-Euro 1 <50cc mopeds; pre-Euro 1, Euro
1 and Euro 2 two-strokes; Euro 2 four-strokes
The Journal receives praise and occasional 250 to 750cc; pre-Euro 1, Euro 1 and Euro 2 four
criticisms, but each month I always find something strokes >750cc, all average less than 0.15g/km. At
that is inspiring and a good read. Sarah Downey’s the same time, the cleanest ULEZ-exempt Euro
experiences at the off road skills school in the April 6c diesel cars emit 0.21g/km. MAG has also had
edition was just such an article and having done the confirmation from Emisia, the company behind the
course myself, her experiences and “off’s” made me COPERT modelling software, that their models do
chuckle at my own past bruises obtained the same not allow for the emissions advantage possessed by
way. If it made you question whether you could or motorcycles in terms of filtering through congested
should have a go too, then there is only one answer, traffic. Motorcycle commuter journey times average
“Do it”, you’ll not regret trying and the instructors around 30% lower than that of a car commuter
are brilliant as well as patient. In a similar vein it thus less polluting emissions. So there we have it,
was a member’s article many years ago about his flawed mathematical modelling has led to poor snap
adventures of riding in Alaska and along the Alaskan decision making with the resultant financial impact
Highway that inspired me to do the same a few years on many lower paid employees in London. London
later on my Paris Dakar. Thirty days, 11,556 miles today, Birmingham tomorrow and coming to a city or
and a lot of punctures later I had crossed the USA town near you in the not too distant future.
from New York to Las Vegas, turned right to travel
through Death Valley, British Columbia, Canada Following the completion of the AGM in April
into Alaska, and the start of the Alaskan Highway a group of section webmasters held a meeting
to look at the club’s current social media and
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Well what wonderful weather we are having as I I have to send this report to Liz for this month’s Register Secretaries
write this months report, I have been able to enjoy journal I hope to bring you the news on this in next GS Register Secretary: Nev Jones. 2 Pentwyn,
this Easter weekend’s warm weather up in the month’s report and fingers crossed it will be good Radyr, Cardiff, CF15 8RE 029 2084 2224 or 07860
Northumberland country side on my new K75C news. My aim for 2020 is to keep the rally over the 532 876 [email protected]
which I have purchased from a long standing August bank holiday and then look at moving it to Sidecar Register Secretary: Keith Thomas, 01946
member of the club, who unfortunately has had to give the club access to many other venues, as this is 725 152. [email protected]
give up riding due to ill health. I hope that I am able becoming such a difficult time of the year to secure Sporting Register Secretary: Robert Bensley, Oak
to get all the enjoyment I know he has from it. This venues as I found last year with my own section Tree Farm, Heath Road, Banham NR16 2HS 01953
is not my first K75C and when I sold my previous whilst looking around for venues for a National rally. 888 415 [email protected]
one a few years back to another club member, I was Vintage & Classic Register Secretary: Ashley
told by this very member that I would come to regret I’ve been contact this month by Vince McGrath Boal, 92 Caithness Road, Teesville, Middlesbrough,
it, which I did. So when I was aware this was up for of the Northern section who is organising a Airhead Cleveland, TS6 0AL 07922 140138 vintage@
sale I jumped at the chance to own it. My first trip meet on Sunday 23rd of June at the Ponderosa bmwclubuk.net
was down to the National AGM and it was so good Café on the Horseshoe pass, LL20 8DR at 09:00 Specialist function and liaison officers
to be back on one and I won’t be making the same and plans a leisurely 120mile ride through North Events Logistics: John Elvidge,2 Birstwith Grange,
mistake of letting this one go that’s for sure. Wales finishing in Mold, if you would like to attend Birstwith, Harrogate, HG3 3AH 01423 770866
please do get in touch with Vince on 07766834253 [email protected]
Talking of the National AGM it was great to or drop him an email to magiccardvince@yahoo. Forum Administrator: John King. forum.admin@
see all who attended and I have to say it’s a very co.uk. I hope you have some great weather if you bmwclubuk.net
different event being sat in front of you all but I are attending this event in what is some spectacular Forum Address: http://forum.bmw-club.org.uk
believe this was a positive AGM and look forward to scenery. Vince also mentioned other models are HQ Register Secretary: Bob Barker. 88 Browns
the year ahead. We are due to hold the event again also welcome. This is just one of many amazing Bay Road, Islandmagee, Larne, Northern Ireland,
at the Dunchurch Park Hotel, but I’m busy trying to events that are happening this month up and down BT40 3RX 028 9338 2558 or 07770 746627 hq.sec@
iron out some of the issues that cropped up with the the country and which ever one your attending I bmwclubuk.net
venue and this will determine whether we will hold hope you enjoy it, and if you haven’t got anything Marketing/Commercial Sales: Dik Langan -
the National AGM in 2020 there or move to another planned please do have a look through the journal [email protected]
venue, which if this happens I will be able to update at the many adverts for section events whether it be Merchandise Secretary: Cath Broughton. 17
you all next month, there are a good deal of other a ride out, camping or hotel weekend there are lots Strawberry Hill, Northampton NN3 5HL 01604 416
venues in the area which have been in contact over to chose from. 896 [email protected] See Merchandise
the last year so there are option’s which will remain advertisment for contact times
central to us all. Lastly, we have a new addition to the household Safety officer: Colin Bembridge 02089 538 807 colin.
due this month (a baby not another bike) and I would [email protected]
As I mentioned last month I am travelling up to like to apologise in advance if it takes a while getting Technical Officer: Mike Fishwick. Sirgon, 24250
Scotland this month to look at a venue to hold the back to any of you that contact me, as I’ll have my Daglan, France. [email protected]
2020 National Rally and with it just being before hands full. Tool Hire Secretary: Mike Delacoe. 4 Charwelton
Road, Preston Capes, Daventry NN11 3TA 01327 360
June 2019 So again that’s all folk’s, enjoy this lovely weather 945 [email protected]
and keep it shiny side up Vehicle dating & DVLA enquires: Robert Freeman.
169 Creek Road, March, PE15 8RY 01354 656 569
Simon [email protected]
FBHVC: Robert Freeman (as above)
The BMW Club Journal Webmaster: Nick Fearn [email protected]
Delegates to other organisations
Assistant Secretary for America: Position vacant.
BMF: Ian M Dobie. 01793 729 016 or 07803 206 893
[email protected]

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Torque Reaction Please send all submissions for the next
Torque Reaction to Paul Nadin (details on

page 3) before the 5th of this month.

Roads and theiR uses for concern’ in the April Journal Having been on David’s statement “with suitable conditions
the committee in the southwest section years ago I if risk is probable” invites debate. There are two
I have to disagree with the President in last month’s haven’t written to the journal for a very long time but aspects to the risk that spring to my mind. The first
newsletter and agree with NICE. Roads aren’t just for me I felt I had to on this occasion. is the obvious one: as a club we organise events
for LGVs, PSVs, cars and motorcycles, and drivers appropriate to families, not just adults. Our 2018
should be encouraged out of their cars for those Having been an associate to my father joining Summer National Rally was run on the basis that
journeys which are viable via other means like the club when I was simply 11, 25 years later I am members could bring their partners and children
walking or cycling. still very much involved with the southwest section if the so wished. If potential attendees knew that
events and a member in my own right. someone with Robin Wale’s convictions might be
It would certainly make sense to consider the present they might well prefer not to attend with their
needs of pedestrians and cyclists from the outset I have known Robin during this time but this is families, if at all. On the other hand, if the organisers
during roads planning and their needs should have not a personal letter. I used to be the membership knew of the potential presence of such an offender
priority in urban areas. secretary of the section and I don’t remember ever and failed to make that knowledge public, they could
Maureen Patterson North East Section. reading anything or any tick boxes stating that any be accused of a breach of the duty of care we owe to
member had to disclose or declare any criminal attendees at our events.
diaRy of events & aRound the Compass convictions when they join the club. I do understand
the reasons as to why he was requested to leave the The other risk I believe to be real is a loss of
Dik Langan has done a huge amount of work to club but what I ask is how many other people have standing within the community at large if we are
ensure that the Diary and Around the Compass can any form of criminal conviction? seen to accept such individuals as members. I
be output direct from the Club’s Main Calendar to have on file an excerpt from the Daily Telegraph
the Journal which means I only have to enter an I know many members have left the club for describing how an organisation for retired officers
event or meet once where previously I was entering many years then rejoined; no-one ever knew what was banned from using a Royal Navy training centre
the same information in 3 different places. Any they did in the time they were away. If we are we after two men completed overseas jail sentences
changes or additions required only need to made to add a box on everybody’s renewal that we must for offences against children before rejoining the
in the one place. declare all criminal convictions maybe there will be association.
more members that therefore need to leave this
All saving me a great of deal of work and club? The purpose of my letter in the April edition was
time and reducing Bob Barker the Membership to express concern regarding members resigning
Secretary’s work load as well. Whether this letter ever makes it to the Journal because Robin Wale was being welcomed by Club
is another question members at Club meetings despite being removed
Many thanks to Dik for all the time and expertise from membership by the National Committee (not
he has given the Club and also to Editor Liz and Gemma Groves South West Section. the President as has been falsely alleged). The
the National Committee for supporting this real day my letter was published I received a telephone
improvement. and in Reply call from a member and Club volunteer who I’ve
known for some time thanking me for what I wrote.
“Just Magic Dik, Thanks” Gemma’s letter raises the question of fitness for At the AGM a couple of weeks later, I had people,
Judy Lepley Scottish Social Secretary membership based on any criminal convictions a all long-standing members, come up to me thank
member might have. Whilst in principle it might be me and shake my hand. I infer from this that there
RegaRding the toRque ReaCtion aRtiCle possible to produce a list of offences considered are members who feel the same way as I do: that
in the apRil Club magazine – a Cause unacceptable to the Club (as is the case with the the matter needed bring to light. My letter would
foR ConCeRn. IAM, whose Articles of Association state that their not have been published under the previous Editor,
Council will maintain such a list) the debate as whose email threatening censorship I quoted.
I need to object to the ideas expressed in the article to what is acceptable and what is not would rage The present Editor invited Ian and me to reply to
“A Cause for Concern” in our motorcycle magazine. forever. There is also the challenge of ensuring Gemma’s letter, which is a clear indication that it
Our society believes that a person should be compliance with whatever criteria were put in place. was to be published.
punished for crimes and then they should be A conviction for speeding would probably not raise
released back into society, with suitable conditions too many eyebrows within the BMW Club but only Stewart Lowthian General Secretary.
if risk is probable. Exclusion from a motorcycle the most brazen individual would admit to offences EDITOR’S NOTE Having published opposing
club cannot possibly be considered a suitable risk like Robin Wale’s, and it is not realistic for the Club
condition. to research the background of every member or views, as far as the Journal is concerned, this
prospective member. It is therefore possible that matter is now closed. Any further comments should
David Everitt we have members who have committed serious be addressed to the National Committee.
EDITOR’S NOTE I have edited some wording offences, whether convicted of them or not. Should
from this letter which I deem inappropriate for convictions (not allegations) for such offences come
publication in the Journal. The main points, I believe, to light they will be dealt with at the time.
are covered by what remains above.

and again

I felt I had to write a letter in response to ‘A cause

6 The BMW Club Journal June 2019

John Matthews
28th December 1935 – 31st March 2019

John Matthews was born in Derby in 1935. (DAM), a group that has had a massive influence
During his working life he worked in the brewery in the North East in promoting advanced training
trade that brought him up to the North East of and consistent improving of motorcycle roadcraft.
England, where he continued to live until his passing John was also well known and respected in the
on 31st March 2019. North East Motorcycle Racing Club (NEMRC). He
was both a marshal, and involved in scrutineering at
John was well known for his passion of Croft racing circuit, and this role ensured the bikes
motorcycling, and devoted much of his social time were of a safe standard to race, and he was well
enjoying the life of a biker. John was a founder known for helping people in the racing community.
member of the Durham Advanced Motorcyclists John was a committed member of the BMW Club
North East Section for the last 25 years, and was
riding his beloved F800ST until having to retire
from motorcycling due to ill health. John helped the
section committee by organising our annual end of
season buffet at The Ravensworth Arms for many
years. John was a familiar face at the Scottish
Weekends that were organised by Dennis Maggs
when they mainly stayed at Nethy Bridge and toured
much of Scotland.

John and his wife Eileen enjoyed many years
touring Scotland on the bike and were keen
caravanners too.

John was a devoted husband to Eileen, and
is survived by his wife and 3 children and will be
missed by his friends in the NE Section.

Club Event Advertising in the Journal

Your new Editorial Team would like to make some changes to the appearance of Club
event advertising within the Journal. Here’s an explanation of their thinking.

This article is primarily addressed to our fifteen of the display advertisement anyway! have a design facility please continue to send
Our plan is to size most of these adverts at nine
Social Secretaries and also as general just the words to email: club.ads@
information to all of our Club members.
to a page and for more popular and important bmwclubuk.net and we’ll do the design work
Many of you will already have noted that we have
events six to a page. To leave out the finer detail for you. More popular large event adverts will
a new Editor of our Journal and that she, Liz
Elvidge from Yorkshire Section, has already that can be gleaned from elsewhere and free up be laid out as mentioned above at 90x90mm
started to make some changes to the style and
content of our much loved magazine. space for when space available permits and here a bit

She’s now asked the editorial team to look at member articles, more detail can be added.

some more fundamental changes in certain areas fee paying Send as above. Our Editor
and we are starting by addressing the issue of
the internal club event advertisements. We have commercial ads currently has a back log of
been aware for a time that there’s a certain
inconsistency in the style and size of these (We need many member articles to fit in so
adverts. Some too small, some too big and some
with text that’s so small it’s virtually unreadable! more of those!) if we could please adhere to

There’s also quite a lot of duplication of and other the above new regime it will

information where the events are fully described interesting help to get more member
in the advertisements and then again in our
motorcycling content on to the pages.

stuff. That, after all, is what the

So, Social magazine is for! For us to

Secretaries read interesting and useful

could you start content to advance our

to send in enjoyment of our

adverts with motorcycling.

‘Round the Compass’ section. We now think that just the main Many thanks

adverts should be bright and bold to attract n e c e s s a r y The Editorial Team

attention but not so verbose that they take up facts in them
large amounts of the Journal space. Instead they and sized to
should be brief and too the point and refer the suit 60mm
reader to ‘Round the Compass’ and our websites wide by A ty ical advert that has
for further information. After all, its usually only 90mm high. lenty of im act is brief
about 20 to 50 members who are particularly If you don’t and to the oint and reads
interested in any one event and take any notice fine at th a e si e

June 2019 The BMW Club Journal 7

Register News Please send all Register News entries (approx 500 words) to the Editor.
Contact details on Page 3.

DVLA Liaison Anniversary D Day bash in Cote Du Nacre
Remaining GS Register Nominated Events for 2019
COPY OF LETTER FROM DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT RE: Vehicle Of
Historic Interest MOT Exemption Meet Register members from around the UK at these events.
The following is a statement of the effect of recent legal changes to requirements Details for each are in “Around the Compass” in the club Journal.
for MOT testing of vehicles at least 40 years old. Saturday 1st to Saturday 8th June 2019 D-Day 75th anniversary (East
Anglia Section)
On 20 May 2018 the Motor Vehicle (Tests) (Amendment) Regulations This weekend is likely to be the biggest BMW Club foreign trip that
2017 came into force. Regulation 7 sets out that any car, van (under 3.5t) or members have attended for many years. Currently more than 75 bikes
motorcycle which is being used on a public road is to be considered a vehicle of and 90+ members are attending the same campsite. There is still some
historic interest and therefore no longer required to hold a valid MOT certificate capacity on the ferries or the tunnel the long way round and the campsite
if it: say they still have some room for tents. You can still do it!
Thursday 11th to Sunday 14th July 2019 The Brecon Beacons Camping
• was manufactured or registered for the first time at least 40 years previ- Weekend
I am running this event again this year. The number of members attending
ously has steadily increased in the four years it has run. As usual I will have a
map display in the GS event shelter providing details of the best roads to
• is of a type no longer in production, and ride, also facilities to recharge your phones, plus endless free tea coffee
and biscuits and perhaps cake! Fish and chip run Friday. BBQ Saturday.
• has been historically preserved or maintained in its original state and Thursday 12th to Sunday 15th September 2019 The Sorebutts Rally
If you wish to put forward any other events please email gs@bmwclubuk.
has not undergone substantial changes in the technical characteristic net
Don’t forget we would like to tell your stories and adventures with pictures
of its main components. on the GS Register website.
This amended the previous exemption from MOT testing for cars, light vans All reports are welcome please email them to webmaster@gs-register.
or motorcycles manufactured in 1960 or before. The arrangements for the org.uk
testing of old larger vehicles are different.
Please find enclosed a copy of this Statutory Instrument and a copy of the Nev Jones Secretary GS Register
Explanatory Memorandum should you wish to refer to these.
There is no requirement, either intended or implied, that at the point a vehicle Sidecar
becomes 40 years old and providing the vehicle has not been substantially
changed, for the owner to make a declaration to any statutory body, declaring Thanks to everyone who voted me a continuation of the Sec’s job at the AGM.
that the vehicle is a vehicle of historic interest and is therefore no longer
required to have a valid MOT certificate. And congratulations to Colin Bembridge for receiving the Max Deubel award
The Department and DVLA have set up an administrative process (via DVLA
form V112 and the equivalent process on-line) which requires at the time of at the AGM. Colin was a founder member of the Somerset Sidecar Club which
the annual re-licensing of vehicles a declaration that the vehicle is a vehicle of
historic interest – in that it has not been substantial modified. This process is in later merged with the Culm Vale Sidecar Club (which is still going today). In
place to help owners of old vehicles that have been substantially modified do
not by mistake run them without a valid MOT. The Department has published 1964 he suffered a life-changing road accident but that doesn’t seem to have
information about what constitutes a substantial modification in this context and
encourages owners who do not know to seek advice. stopped him one bit. He went on to make a significant technical contribution to
Yours sincerely,
Duncan Price Wasp Sidecars when they wanted to venture into the road sidecar market; he
Divisional Manager, Freight, Operator Licensing and Roadworthiness
The introduction of the ULEZ does not affect either: The existing London LEZ has been a leading figure in the Federation of Sidecar Clubs over the years
(for larger vehicles), in respect of which the cut-off for affected vehicles remains
1973, The Congestion Charge, from which historic vehicles are not and never ending up as Chairman; and has been our own, the BMW Club’s, Safety
have been exempt (except buses and minibuses, which do need to register)
I know we gained a new member recently, Dr James Nutt, having his father’s Officer for nigh on 2 decades. He was a regular at the Dragon rally and the
R75/6, restored, by the ‘Motorcycle Restoration Company’, I think they may
well be a reincarnation, of ‘Hailwood Classics Restoration’ who lasted for about Elephant rally from their early days, and more recently the Colombres rally in
two years.
HCR built a replica R69 S world beater, even down to the MLG logo, but my Spain, and has “done his bit for charity” with regular trips to Germany for the
good friend, ‘The Amateur Mechanic’, not now a club member, but contributed
very many first rate technical articles when Malcolm McNair was the VCR Jumbo Run out there many of the ‘historic rally photos’ on the Sidecar Register
Secretary, was less than, complementary about this ‘bitza’
The expert builder, of that ‘dog’ now plies his trade at the Motorcycle webpage are Colin’s. He was probably one of the few people at the AGM who
Restoration Company.
One fun thing now actually watched Max Deubel racing, and winning his multiple Sidecar World
A gent wrote to me this last week, that he has not one, but two NSU Quickly
machines. Can I help him get them on the road with the DVLA. No, however, I Championships in the 1960’s!
did manage to point in in the right direction, and that is going ahead
The Sidecar Register’s Lake District rally went well on the last weekend in
GS
April, despite inclement weather over most of it though it wasn’t as bad as
Sitting here of an evening in the middle of Portugal with the sun blazing and a
the forecast, nor as bad as the weather ‘down south’ where they suffered the
glass of Portuguese wine in hand it slowly dawned that I needed to put together
tender ministrations of Storm Hannah. Nine outfits, and various solos and
this month’s Register news. Many thanks to those
motorhomes, brought around 25 people to Nether Wasdale. The local pubs
At the time of writing a number of our members are off tomorrow to compete
were probably surprised at the upturn in custom, ditto the local bakery who
in the Welsh National Rally. I hope you all did well and the weather held up
produced a large cake with ‘31’ on it, to celebrate the Sidecar Register’s 31st
for you. I had a fabulous offer to change my bike for a new 1250 GSA TE so
year of existence! Thanks to everyone who ignored the weather forecast and
handed my bike in and am waiting for the factory to say the new bike is ready.
made the trek to ‘the Western Lakes’ same place, similar date, next year!
The date has already slipped back a week so I am now worried that I may
My next trip will be to the Isle of Man TT on 4 wheels unfortunately, but I am
not get it in time to attend the next nominated event. East Anglia Section 75th
looking forward to seeing the sidecar racing and hope to be at the meet-up of

sidecars on 6th June see details on the Federation of Sidecar Clubs’ website

at http://www.sidecars.org.uk and see also http://www.sidecarland.com for all

sidecar stuff.

Vintage Keith Thomas

A member of the Northern Section, Vince McGrath, has stepped forward to
organise an ‘Airhead’ meet and ride, in North Wales. It will take place on Sunday
23rd June. Meeting at the Ponderosa Café, Horseshoe Pass, LL20 8DR, from
9am for a 10am depart. Allowing time for breakfast before departure. The
ride will be approxiamtely 120 miles through North Wales at a leisurely pace
stopping off along the way for refreshments and views. With the day finishing at
a café near Mold for drinks and a chat. All members and models welcome. For

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further details contact Vince on 07766834253 or by email magiccardvince@
yahoo.co.uk Fingers crossed for glorious weather!

This is the last call for volunteers and bikes for display at the Stafford Show
in October (19th & 20th). The tally is still currently standing at possibly 2 bikes.
The entry forms will have to be submitted soon, so please if you are interested
in coming along and helping out drop me a message.

Off to the Isle of Man TT this month for me and couple of members from
the North East Section. I understand that the IOM members of the Northern
Section have arranged a social gathering from 12 noon on Mad Sunday, 2nd
June. Held at the Raven, adjacent to Ballaugh Bridge. This will be a similar
event to the successful one run a few years ago, at the same venue. All BMW
Club Members on the Island for the TT are welcome to join them. Hopefully I’ll
make it along there myself on the ST. Anyone else going over the week, have
a safe and enjoyable trip!

Ashley

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AGM 2019

President’s opening address
Ian Dobie opened the meeting by welcoming Kim Pederson, the President of both BMW MC Klub Danmark and BMW Club European Federation. He spoke about
his attendance at a recent BCEF meeting in Malmo where reservations about the relationships between the BCEF constituent clubs and BMW AG were discussed.

He thanked colleagues for pulling together, particularly Dik Langan for his I.T. expertise and Stewart Lowthian for his grasp of procedure. He thanked Liz Elvidge,
to applause from the meeting, for taking over the position of Editor at short notice. He referred to the Members Working Party, which he had written about in The
Journal, and told the meeting that it was Nick Dingwall’s 83rd birthday. He concluded by apologising for being incommunicado due to illness in the week before the
meeting.
Apologies for Absence
Keith Thomas, Robert Bensley, Martin Pagett, Nev Jones, Helen Beer, William Beacham, John Dillon, Colin and Susan Ross, Paul Nadin, Bill Smithson, Nev Agnew,
Val Smith, Ashley Boal, Chris and Ann Smith, Roy and Pat Laithewaite, Sylvia Delacoe, Mike and Peta Warrilow, Nick Baker, Cliff Batley, Bruce Lepley, John and
Freda Taylor, Graham Parker, Rob Allin, John Hillier, Phil Oughtred, Bradley Gane, James Seller, Tim Balderston.
Appointment of Tellers
Debbie and Phil Sampson, Graham Walker and Bob Denman were appointed as Tellers.
Approval of the Minutes of the 2018 AGM
On a proposal by Dik Langan, seconded by Reg Moule the minutes were accepted with 101 votes for, non against and three abstentions.
Matters arising from the Minutes.
No matters arising were brought to the meeting.
Count of members by section

East Anglia 3 Irish 3 London 3

Mercia 11 Midland 12 North East 4

Northern 13 Oxford 29 Scottish 5

South East 1 Southern 13 South West 4

Ulster 1 Western 3 Yorkshire 4

HQ 1 Proxies 3

Total 113

Officer’s reports
General Secretary: Stewart Lowthian had nothing to add to his report circulated with the agenda. No questions were raised.
Editor: Liz Elvidge added to her report circulated with the agenda by saying that she was still learning and always would be. Steve Moxey thanked her then asked
what might happen next and what would she need to achieve it. Liz replied that an e-reader version of The Journal would be desirable as the file sent to the printers
was not ideal for this purpose. She added that this would require a great deal of research but would be good to implement.
Social Secretary: Simon Johnson added to his report by apologising for the lack of a national rally in 2019. He hopes that next year’s event will be in Moffat with
both hotels and camping. He hopes to run a Garmisch-style event in the UK. There were no questions for him.
Membership Secretary: Bob Barker’s report was circulated with the agenda. He apologised for having been out of action for the best part of a year due to health
problems. He continued by saying that the trend in membership numbers overall is flat but section sizes are changing, with smaller sections reducing in size and
larger sections growing. He expressed concern that long-term members were leaving but noted that new members are staying for longer. He advised the meeting
that Dik Langan had been dealing with the membership database since November 2018. He considered that it was impossible to give an implementation date for it.
Geoff Clough asked about membership numbers, with Dik Langan replying that we had 3166 members (including associates) in January 2018 and 3601 (2858 full
and 743 associates) in January 2019. Geoff then asked whether any other section had the same experience of recruiting as the Oxford section, referring to the “Test
Ride” scheme discussed at the February NCM. Bob Barker observed that with the rolling year membership it was difficult to offer joining incentives. Geoff said that
their initiative included three editions of The Journal delivered electronically.

Hugh Johnson commented on difficulties with retention, noting that members often no longer owned BMWs but enjoyed the social side of membership. He asked
what the “armchair” members got from the Club. Dik Langan replied that experience at the NEC show was that people renewed there saying it was their own fault
they hadn’t taken an active part. Bob Barker added that the sections with the most associates, implying an active social life, did best.

Bob Melvin asked about Direct Debits. Bob replied that they were planned but would take a significant effort to achieve.
Richard Garner said that in 2015 or 2016 he attended the Stafford Show as part of the VCR presence. He said that they ran out of application forms at the event,
but that subsequent shows were less successful. The availability of knowledge was considered to be valuable. He argued that promoting the club to owners of older
bikes would be beneficial to membership numbers. Bob Barker noted that membership incentives were fruitful but difficult with rolling year membership.
Ian Dobie referred to attending motorcycling events and giving advertising space in The Journal in lieu of attendance fees.
Sporting Register Secretary: Robert Bensley’s report was circulated with the agenda. As he was not present no questions could be asked.
Sidecar Register Secretary: Keith Thomas’s report was circulated with the agenda. As he was not present no questions could be asked.
GS Register Secretary: Nev Jones’s report was circulated with the agenda. As he was not present no questions could be asked.
Vintage Register Secretary: Ashley Boal’s report was circulated with the agenda. As he was not present no questions could be asked.

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Regalia Officer: Cath Broughton’s report was circulated with the agenda. As she was not present no questions could be asked.
DVLA Liaison Officer: Robert Freeman amplified on his report presented in The Journal, describing the process for examining and documenting motorcycles.
He referred to past difficulties in dealing with BMW and a recent breakthrough in the relationship. He described an hour-long telephone conversation with a BMW
colleague when dating certificates and who needs them were discussed. The cost of dating certificates was discussed, with the normal fee being £120 but, as a result
of this conversation, it will now be free for BMW Club members. The details are still being discussed but this is considered to be a triumph.

Reg Moule thanked Robert for his address. He referred to a caution expressed by Robert regarding electronic documents, pointing out that DVLA accept them
from insurance companies. Dik Langan asked about non-member requests for dating certificates. Robert referred to an enquiry from Finland, saying that he has the
original AFN records. He went on to explain how AFN became the importer for BMW motorcycles. He then answered Dik’s question, advising that non-members pay
the Club £50 plus the cost of the certificate. Steve Moxey suggested that the Club should write to BMW to express appreciation of this improvement in relationship.
Ian Dobie will do this.
Toolhire Officer: Mike Delacoe’s report was circulated with the agenda. He noted that the GS911 was the most-requested tool we hold. Bob Ingram commented
that Mike was a great source of information.
Treasurer’s report: Jim Lepley gave a brief address (appended), thanking the colleagues who handle money on the Club’s behalf and explaining some of the
terminology in the accounts document. Richard Garner referred to the increased revenue from 2017-2018 due to the number of track days. He asked what the cost of
running a track day was. Jim replied that it was in the order of £12,000. Barry Last asked about the cost of section websites, speculating that the costs were hidden
in the section accounts. Geoff Clough asked why the Irish Section reserves had not changed from 2017 to 2018. It was stated that this was because the Irish Section
had not filed their accounts. Steve Moxey observed that gross turnover had gone up but the profit had gone down. He asked that a closer look be taken to find out
why. John Elvidge observed that we are a social club rather than a business. Ian Dobie replied that we should at least be cost-neutral.

On a proposal by Jim Lepley, seconded by Reg Moule, it was agreed to accept the accounts with 112 votes for, none against and two abstentions.
Confirmation of subscription: it was agreed on a show of hands that the subscription would be unchanged.

The lunch break was taken. On return Ian Dobie apologised for taking an item out of sequence in the agenda.
Confirmation of accountants: On a proposal by Jim Lepley, seconded by Reg Moule, it was agreed that Ross McConnell would be retained. Voting was 106 for,
none against and one abstention.
Election of Officers: Ian Dobie proposed that, as no position was contested, it would be sensible to vote en-bloc. This was accepted by the meeting. The candidates
were elected with 105 votes for and four abstentions.
Presentation of awards: Ian Dobie presented Robert Freeman with the National Member of the Year plaque. Liz Elvidge (the retiring holder) presented Colin
Bembridge with the Max Deubel award.
Date of next meeting: This has not yet been decided as we are still waiting to find out the date of the Stafford Show, which we do not want to clash with.
Any Other Business:
• Members Working Party: Ian Dobie spoke about the Working Party which he had written about in The Journal. Anthony Wood gave a brief ad-

dress, saying that five members had expressed interest, with three of them holding a meeting chaired by Ian Dobie in February 2019. He had 20
copies of the group’s report with him and expressed the hope that he would be taking none of them home with him. Simon Johnston queried An-
thony’s statement that we are the most expensive one-make club, citing the Harley-Davidson and Gold Wing clubs as costing more. Reg Moule sug-
gested that The Journal should be offered to a wider audience. Steve Moxey suggested that it was great to have suggestions from the bottom of
the Club but they should come from the top, the National Committee. Liz Elvidge said that she was looking for change and was aware of the cost of
The Journal and that it is an important means of communication within the Club. Marjorie Burnett took exception to Steve Moxey’s comment, stating
that the National Committee wasn’t idle. Bob Melvin invited anyone interested to attend the Section Webmaster’s meeting following the formal busi-
ness. He felt it unfair to criticise the main committee. Anthony Wood recognised that the NC was important and didn’t sit on its’ hands but creativity
was needed. Stewart Lowthian stated that the AGM ruled the Club and had in the past rejected change. Anthony Wood contended that 150 mem-
bers shouldn’t run the Club. Ian Dobie pointed out that proxy voting gave every member their say. He encouraged members to read the report.
• Section Webmaster’s Meeting: Dik Langan advised the meeting that this would take place immediately after the close of formal business.
• Thirty neckerchiefs from BMW MC Klub Danmark were distributed at random.Lynn Sumner (Capitation Of-
ficer) asked anyone involved with capitation to see her so she could put faces to names.
The meeting closed at 2:45 p.m.
Treasurer’s Speech 2019
First I would like to thank the behind the scenes workers for their support and assistance. In particular Lyn Sumner who deals with capitation, Mike Delacoe who
looks after tool hire and the associated finance. A special thank you must go to Dik Langan for his sterling work in relation to advertising and marketing. Also Robert
Bensley for running his very successful track days. Cath Broughton who looks after Regalia. and last but not least the section treasurers and membership secretaries.
This year’s accounts surprised me. The losses were much worse than I had been anticipating. There is still a healthy amount of cash available which would
support a full years operation with no income.
People have raised the following queries:
Pre payments
Pre payments are not money owed but money paid out during the year relating to the following years expenses. For example most of the expenses relating to the
Motorcycle Live Show at the NEC in November 2018 were paid out during the financial year ending 30th September 2018. Last year 2016/2017 the printing of the
October 2017 Journal was paid for before the end of September 2017. This did not happen this year in September 2018.
Creditors
Trade Creditors (money actual owed by the Club)
Royal Mail Postage, Newman Thomson Journal printers and Mail International who sort and pack the Journals into envelopes and address them. Totals £8129.
Other creditors: The £25762 is covering the advance payment of subscription covering the period October 2018 to January 2019 which members have pre paid
for.
Income – track days and other events was increased to £73447 mainly because we ran three track days, this also explains the additional costs to £72229
Additional subscriptions was due to a payment to the BCEF (European Club Federation).
NEC show expenses were increased, but the income from the event exceeded the expenses.

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our 21st century’s Health & Safety rules, so I can’t repeat any of them here!
He was a regular at the Dragon rally and the Elefant rally’ from their early
days, and more recently the Colombres rally in Spain, and has “done his bit for
charity” with regular trips to Germany for the Jumbo Run out there. Many of
the ‘historic rally photos’ on the Sidecar Register website feature this man and
the lady who has been by his side throughout his long sidecaring life, his wife
Anita. One of the few people in this room probably who actually watched Max
Deubel racing, and winning his multiple Sidecar World Championships in the
1960’s Mr Colin Bembridge.

Colin got his first sidecar, a blue BSA Gold Flash and Watsonian Avon in 1962, Robert Freeman was named the National Member of the Year 2019
and then via an Ariel Square Four came to BMW powered sidecars in 1968 His work as our DVLA Officer has been of great benefit to many members of
and since then has had, and in fact still has, BMW boxer and BMW ‘K’ powered
sidecars. He was a founder member of the Somerset Sidecar Club which the club.
later merged with the Culm Vale Sidecar Club (which is still going today). In
1964 he suffered a life-changing road accident but that doesn’t seem to have
stopped him one bit. He went on to make a significant technical contribution
to Wasp Sidecars when they wanted to venture into the road sidecar market;
he has been a leading figure in the Federation of Sidecar Clubs over the
years ending up as Chairman; and has been the BMW Club’s Safety Officer
for nigh on 2 decades. Whilst writing this short introduction, I spoke to one
of his old mates, Percy, who is now 90 years old (and still riding sidecars),
needless to say, Percy had several anecdotes about their exploits together
‘back in the day’,unfortunately all of them would now be deemed contrary to

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Time to Rebuild - Single Restoration - Part 4

By Ashley Boal

After a period of reflection and taking stock, as standard, but fitted the R25’s and 26 with no
researching then began into how much time and modifications necessary.
more importantly money would be required to
rebuild the R25’s engine. Western sections’ Brian
Price proved invaluable, providing answers to my
numerous questions. Knowing Brian had at the time
had recently completed the engine rebuild on his
R26, I considerred him my best point of contact.

Head Refitted

ordeal of the engine blowing up I made the decission Oil Slinger Old and New
that whilst off it made sense to have new valves,
Camshaft in place springs and guides fitted, instead of potentially
having to revisit it in the future. So that also went off
to the machine shop.

Through a contact of Brian’s out in Germany,
who had heard of my recent misfortune, a second
hand cylinder barrel arrived at my door,free of
charge. Providing that much needed glimmer of
hope that the bike would live again.

New Camshaft

Flywheel and Clutch Whilst parts were away, there was very little I A new oil pump was installed, as the existing one
could do. The engine casing was thoroughly cleaned was made up of about 80% weld. The evidence, in
With that a list of parts required was compiled. out and prepared ready for rebuilding. A new bronze particular a badly damaged sump and the bikes
Ulis Motorradladen and S.Meyers in Germany bush was fitted for the oil pump drive shaft, as at previous broken front suspension, suggested that
were able to provide everything needed. Either as some point this had been replaced for a mild steel the front end of the bike had bottomed out at some
new old stock or reproduction. Of course this was one which had badly worn. You may recall from last point. Smashing the oil pump and puncturing the
at a price! So the decission was made to sell the months photos, that the end of the camshaft had sump in the process. So the sump was replaced too.
K75c that was sitting in the garage, that had been been welded back on. Not happy with that I sourced Choosing to go for the deeper, aluminium option.
getting very little if any use following the purchase a new one, and bearings then fitted that. The flywheel was refitted, along with a new clutch
of an R80ST a couple of months prior, and the funds assembly at a cost of £250. The previous one was
raised would go towards the 25’s rebuild. New Conrod badly contaminated with oil, although had shown no
sign of slipping when ridden!
So a few weeks later, with the K75 sold, parts A couple of days later the parts arrived back
started arriving from Germany. from the machine shop, which now meant prgress Sumps
could be made. Fitting the rebuilt crankshaft
The first step was to to take the crankshaft along into the casing, the barrel and piston were all With the bottom end all ressambled, all that
with the new conrod, bearings and oil slinger ring to plain sailing. New timing gear and a chain where remianed was to refit the cylinder head and rocker
a local ‘old school’ motorcycle engineering shop for installed. Fitting the split link proved somewhat gear. With the valve clearances set, the engine
them to split and reassemble. For those that arent tricky, but perserverence won through in the end. rebuild was complete.
familiar with the 250 engine, the crankshaft is a I also took the opportunity to retro fit a timing chain
pressed together item very similar to those found on tensioner. These were only fitted on the R27 engine The engine failing when it did really was a
2 stroke engines. The barrel was also taken along to blessing in diguise. This then led me to another
be machined to match the new piston. The BMW Club Journal dilema, what horrors could peotenially be lurking in
the gearbox and final drive.
Although the cylinder head had survived the
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R1250RT - Review motorway revs due to higher final drive gearing, and improved low speed
John Bentall response on the country roads. The quick-shifter works much better at higher
engine speeds in the lower gears and is really smooth in the upper ratios.
In Issue 03/2019 Motorrad tested the BMW R1250RT.Previous tests of the Downshifts generally work rather better, but again are smoother at higher
1250 motor have proved that it more refined, develops roughly 10 BHP revs. The promised four percent improvement in fuel consumption did not
more over the middle of the rev range and the operation of the Shift-Cam materialise on this test, if anything the new machine was fractionally thirstier.
system above 5,000 rpm is undetectable. However the improved refinement
is only noticeable between 1,200 and 2,500 rpm and the extra torque is only The handling is excellent and on the only in the sharpest corners does it
noticeable when accelerating above 90 mph. The 1250 impresses only at lose its neutral behaviour when some input is required to ensure that Metzeler
the extremes, and in every-day use the 1200 is really close. So have BMW Z8 hold their line. The ride on the RT is excellent despite having 70mm less
expended great effort for little gain? Not really, for the new Euro-5-emissions wheel travel than the GS. The new Hill Start Control automatically applies the
test comes into play in 2020 and the new model now jumps this hurdle with brakes when coming to a stand-still on a 5% or steeper gradient. Experienced
ease. The idle speed has been lowered from 1,200 rpm to 1,000 rpm and this riders will have to get used to the brakes that release slightly later than
should make 1st gear engagement less noisy. Indeed it does, but not by a expected or switch the function off. The front brakes, now made by Hayes in
significant amount. Milwaukee, work as well as the previous Brembos, while the Italian brand is
still used at the rear.
The R1250RT has the latest self-levelling suspension so that it is no
longer necessary to adjust the spring pre-load between rider and rider- The 1250 will continue to please its advocates with the electrically-
with-passenger. The riding position is roomy and slightly leant forward and adjustable screen providing good protection at top speed (132 mph) and huge
once underway the RT feels like a machine 100kg lighter. The machine will tank range, as it sharpens up the old model without detracting from it. All one
swing effortlessly from corner to corner and one always seems to be going needs is a flexible wallet for the options.
much faster than one would have thought. This behaviour is thanks to lower
R1250RT R1200RT

Acceleration 0-62 3.4 3.4

Acceleration 0-125 12.4 13.4

Top Gear Acceleration 37-62 mph 3.5 3.8

Top Gear Acceleration 62-88 mph 3.6 4.1

Top Gear Acceleration 88-112 mph 4.1 5.2

Touring Fuel Consumption 55.4 56.5

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Champion Tourers

By Oxford Section Reps

It is a good time to take stock of the touring emissions. In today’s world it is difficult to see BMW Over time, owners adapt their riding style to their
motorcycle since the UK motorcycle market has approving a six-cylinder motorcycle project, most bikes which creates a natural ‘home’ and ‘away’
changed completely over the last few years due to BMW cars only have four cylinders or fewer! The fixture for the test, a bit like the Champions League
the increased popularity of the adventure bike style K1600 and K1300 engines were developed for BMW or European Rugby Champions Cup.
pioneered by the BMW GS models. The Motorcycle by Riccardo Engineering in the UK and interestingly
Industry Association (MCIA) reported that in 2018 the K1600 was finished first, as the K1300 required The two testers are Dave Tomlinson who owns
2,468 tourers were sold in the UK compared to a more complex valve train to reach the desired a 2011 K1600GT and Steve Moxey with a 2014
17,587 adventure motorcycles! The BMW R1200RT power. Since its launch in 2010 the K1600GT has R1200RT LC. Both are thinking about their next
was the best-selling tourer in every month of 2018 been continuously refined but the engine has bikes. Bahnstormer Motorrad in Alton provided the
(as it did in 2017!), whereas the BMW R1200GS/ carried on serenely, and largely unchanged. latest K1600GT and R1250RT demonstrators for the
GSA has serious competition, particularly from the test, let ‘kick-off’ commence!
Honda Africa Twin 1000cc. The R1250RT by contrast is new for 2019 with
the latest variable valve timing ShiftCam. The RT The test route from Bahnstormer comprised
The RT is by far the most dominant motorcycle now produces 134 bhp compared to the 160 bhp small country lanes, towns, sweeping A roads and
in the tourer segment: its only real competition is of the K1600GT, power to weight ratios are pretty dual carriageways. The testers rode out on one bike
the BMW K1600. But are these bikes the future much identical. and then swapped over for the return journey. The
or do BMW just see them as ‘cash cows’ (or ‘cash weather during the test was good for riding, cool but
elephant’ in the K1600 case)? So how to compare BMW’s Champion Tourer with some sunshine, certainly cold enough to test
contenders? This article is a test report by out the motorcycles’ weather protection.
In 1978 BMW released the R100RT with a full- existing K1600GT and R1200RT owners. You will R1250RT Impressions and Score
size touring fairing, creating the modern tourer not get sunny trips to Portugal, but the owners
market. The new RT range was a great success and actually live with their bikes and have identified Arriving at the mid-way coffee stop in
has evolved through the R1100RT, R1150RT to the the strengths and weaknesses from many miles Stockbridge Dave (an ex-mountaineer) staggered
R1200RT and now the R1250RT. In fact, the value of real riding experience. Many aspects of the in trying to do a passable impression of Chris
of air-cooled RTs is now increasing and if you fancy K1600GT and R1250RT are near enough identical, Bonington descending from an Everest summit
a classic machine, they can give a lot of enjoyment. luggage capacity for instance, touring range, and attempt. The customers in the coffee shop braced
Indeed, the RT eclipsed the RS in BMW’s range performance are all good enough, so this test themselves for the next logical step: a short lecture
as chassis improvements meant the RT was concentrates on what owners think about their bikes on the glories of the K1600GT and pity for those
pretty much as nimble as the RS whilst combining and how they use them. ‘cylinder challenged’ boxer riders, but no, Dave was
the benefits of touring and weather protection. beaming! The R1250RT was apparently “smooth,
Fortunately, the RS has made a comeback recently light, manoeuvrable and comfortable”. Dave picked
so we can now enjoy both touring and sports touring out the better weather protection from the RT and
BMW motorcycles! the seat which he thought much superior to his 2011
K1600GT.

Dave summarised his impressions after his first
ride on an R1250RT: “I would not be disappointed if
I owned an R1250RT” - high praise from a K1600GT
owner. Dave could not find anything significant to
fault but thought that the rumoured integrated sat
nav could be useful. The one feature he would love
to carry over to his K1600GT would be the RT seat;
an aftermarket Sargent seat might be an alternative
option. If Dave owned an R1250RT the ideal ride
would be a trip to Scotland, or a B-road blast.

Just a small point but the sidestand kickdowns
are in opposite positions on the K1600GT and
R1250RT, to the front on the RT, and to the rear on
the K1600. This left both riders flailing around trying
to locate the stands in the wrong place!

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Fortunately, BMW had this model well under way
by the time of the financial crash in 2008 and the
growth in concerns over fuel consumption and CO2

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So, the R1250RT had scored a surprising allowing customers to enjoy the RT in the height of defence of their machines! Two experienced BMW
‘away’ win but how would it fare on the home leg summer without fitting a lower screen. In terms of Club members, with plenty of experience of the RT
of the tie? Steve owns a 2014 R1200RT and has riding, the K1600GT was at its best on fast A roads and K1600 were also asked for their impressions of
in fact ordered a new R1250RT from Bahnstormer, with plenty of overtaking opportunities. Steve noted the K1600 and R1250RT.
following several test rides, so he was very familiar that the nearly new Bahnstormer K1600GT was
with the new RT. cheaper than a fully equipped new R1250RT and Bob Mack, a long-term R1200RT owner, has
could be a temptation! Possibly a score draw with ridden the R1250RT and K1600GT recently:
In Steve’s opinion the “R1250RT is really just like extra-time here?
an R1200RT, but better in lots of small areas”. The “My first tourer was a R1100RT which I bought
two main advantages are the gearbox, which BMW Dave immediately had an opportunity to try out second-hand with the aim of buying a new R1150RT
continues to improve, and the ShiftCam engine, the K1600GT reverse gear in Stockbridge and was after a year, if I liked it. I actually kept it for eight
which is noticeably stronger at high revs, and is very satisfied with the convenient operation. With a years which gives some indication of what I thought
useful for keeping ahead of a K1600GT. little practice it would become second nature. Dave of it. During that time, I tested a K1200LT which did
noticed that the fuelling and lack of transmission everything well but just seemed unnecessarily big,
In terms of improvement again it is small points: backlash on the 2018 K1600GT was far superior although it handled well and was easy to control.
it would be ideal if the thumbwheel on the RT could to his 2011 K1600GT, or even a 2017 bike he had I ended up giving the R1150RT and the early
zoom the map on the Navigator VI, just like a GS or ridden recently. The throttle and drivetrain have a R1200RTs with power brakes a miss and bought a
GSA. It is hard to be absolutely sure from riding a very linear and smooth response. The Gear Shift R1200RT in 2008.
test bike with 2,500 miles but the R1250RT did not Pro has been improved in fact it is better on the
seem quite as smooth as expected compared to the K1600GT than the R1250RT. Hill Start Control was Since then I’ve tried every incarnation of the RT
R1200RT. Certainly the liquid cooled boxers need a new experience for Dave, but he adapted to it well and noted the steady improvements, as the model
around 10,000 miles to reach their very best. Steve on the K1600GT, again BMW has fine-tuned the has become more refined, up to and including the
thought that the one feature from the R1250RT that system on the 2019 models. R1250RT. In between times I’ve tested various
would be most useful on the K1600GT would be the versions of the K1600GT. I find it to be exceptionally
precise steering. Dave noticed a small number of possible smooth, stunningly fast, hugely comfortable and
improvements: the weather protection, which is extremely capable as a tourer. However just like the
In terms of riding, Steve thought the RT was well inferior to the RT, the seat, a gear lever extension K1200LT it seems unnecessarily too big, two up and
suited to all types of riding, but you really appreciate to ease operation, longer front fender and again the fully loaded. The two motorcycles can have much
the bike on a cold, clear winter day on a long ride idea of an integrated TFT/Sat Nav system as on the the same toys and kit fitted, which brings the choice
that would be hard work on a GS or GSA. GS/GSA, R, RS. down to whether you prefer a large very smooth
motorcycle, that is a bit exclusive, or a smaller more
So, the R1250RT seemed to be cruising along Dave would be happy riding anywhere on this manageable and slightly less expensive tourer. I’d
with both home and away wins. However, the K1600GT, but he did admit that on twisty B roads it go for the RT, even if they were the same price,
K1600GT was not done yet, as we shall see. did help if you knew the road already! So definitely a simply because of the weight when loaded.”
K1600GT Impressions and Score convincing home win for the latest K1600GT.
BMW Club Members’ Views of the R1250RT and Zenon Krafft, who has owned two brand-new
Steve has owned a 2012 K1600GT, which K1600GT K1600’s over the years, thought: “The K1600s were
he rode to Austria and back, so he had some a pleasure to ride: all-day comfortable with rider
K1600GT experience before the test. After riding The BMW Club Oxford recently conducted a and passenger, very smooth engines, flexible power
the Bahnstormer K1600GT Steve noticed the Facebook Poll of members to see which tourer, delivery with good weather protection. I do find it
improvement over the 2012 bike, in particular the R1250RT or K1600GT, members would most like strange that BMW’s flagship touring model lacks
turbine-smooth engine and very good gearbox. to see in their garage. To make the comparison some of the features of the lesser models: there is
Steve enjoyed the narrower fairing of the K1600GT, fair participants were offered a basic K1600GT or still no full TFT screen, for example. Many BMWs
although the weather protection is not as good as a fully equipped R1250RT at a similar cost. The had quick-shifters long before it was available for
on the RT. The K1600GT was surprisingly easy to results were a dead-heat, which was surprising as the K1600! Surely the flagship model should be the
manage in town and had more ‘presence’ than the there are more RT than K1600 owners in the club. first to market with the latest technology? The latest
RT: the whine from the six-cylinder engine attracted The K1600 owners proved to be very passionate in K1600 now has a reverse gear, which I am sure will
interest from passers by, the RT was unnoticed! The be a welcome addition for those who want a ‘do-it-
reverse gear is an essential item on a bike of this The BMW Club Journal all tourer,’ especially when carrying heavy loads. I
weight otherwise it is all too easy to park on a slight am a big fan of the K1600 for what it represents and
incline and then have to struggle to get the bike out. what it can accomplish, it is a very capable machine
Occasionally you can feel the extra weight of the but it does have its limitations: it quickly runs out
K1600GT in bends and it would be nice to have the of ground clearance, resulting in foot peg scraping
ability to tune the damping settings, as on the latest not to mention the engine crash bars (if fitted) when
S1000RR - maybe BMW could offer this on the top pushing-on in the twisties. That said, if you are a
of the range tourer. competent rider you will be surprised just how good
the K1600 handles and what it is capable of. For me,
Steve thought the K1600 wings, which allow
variable ventilation, would be a great idea on the RT 17

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it’s all about the engine. Cost is also an important consideration and a The good news for us as BMW Motorrad
The R1250 RT is lighter, more nimble and fully specified K1600GT is going to be £3,000 more Retailers is that we really are spoilt with being
than a fully specified R1250RT, with higher running able to offer two of the best bikes in the market
cheaper to own and maintain. Perhaps some would costs. But if you bring nearly new bikes into the for touring. Although the six cylinder bike is more
say less intimidating than the K1600. Police forces equation then a very good K1600GT may very well expensive, you are more likely to get a good deal
around the world have embraced the RT in its be cheaper than a brand new R1250RT, which will on one compared to the newly launched R1250 RT
various incarnations, and a test ride is a must if you of course lose value quickly. and the BMW Motorrad Service Inclusive packs
are considering either of these great bikes as it will for these bikes are £1,059 for the K and £829 for
become apparent early on which of these models A final point to consider is the choice of tyres the R covering 3 years/18,000 miles, so not hugely
will best suit your individual needs. They both have which can transform the feel of the motorcycle. Both far apart. If you are on a more modest budget, we
their own character. Personally, the K1600 would testers are firm fans of the Metzeler Roadtec 01, also offer superb used examples that benefit from
be my choice over the R1250 RT. You won’t be but the test R1250RT carried Metzeler Z8s and the 24-month BMW warranties and a comprehensive
disappointed whichever one you choose.” K1600GT Bridgestones. Remember to take this into charter of preparation. If you are lucky enough to be
account in your evaluation! in the market for a new tourer, book a test ride with
us and come in with an open mind. Whichever way
The testers with their favourite bikes! you choose to go, you won’t be disappointed as they
provide the gateway to some brilliant experiences
on the open road.”

Bahnstormer Motorrad.

The Champion Tourer? Test Conclusions So, the final conclusion of this test is probably June 2019
Before discussing any conclusions two inevitable, BMW does make the Champion Tourer
but deciding whether it is the K1600GT or the
important points have to be made: every owner R1250RT is very difficult. It really comes down to
has different requirements and preferences, thank how you are going to use the bike and your personal
God, or otherwise we would all be riding GS taste. The best advice is to make sure you try both
Rallyes or S1000RRs, in motorcycling, diversity is before you make a final decision.
a very good thing. The second point is that every
bike has strengths and weaknesses and the way Thank you to Bahnstormer Motorrad, and to
to motorcycling happiness is to find out what your Eddie Cheung in particular, for making the K1600GT
bike does well and do lots of it! There are some very and R1250RT available for the test.
hardy souls who want to go on a trans-continental Bahnstormer Perspective
adventure on an S1000RR, or to take their K1600GT
LE on a track day but they are the exception. “Thank you to the BMW Club for choosing
Bahnstormer to conduct this review, we hugely
So back to the R1250RT and K1600GT, enjoyed hosting you as always. Our perspective on
both testers agree that the K1600GT engine is these two fantastic touring machines is that, as you
exceptional and now that the fuelling and drivetrain have identified, they do require a proper test ride.
are improved the bike is beautifully refined and The feeling you have after 30 minutes in the saddle
powerful. The downside of the six is weight but the may not be the same as after 2 or 3 hours, so take
addition of the reverse gear has reduced this issue your time and enjoy the experience.
considerably. As a continent-crossing machine for
fast roads the K1600GT is unbeatable; it is also The other important consideration is that many
pretty good on twisty roads, but you will need to use of us who tour are carrying a pillion for a significant
the engine to keep lighter bikes in touch. amount of our bike ownership, so it requires the
combined thoughts of both rider and pillion to get a full
The R1250RT is very good at almost everything view of which bike is most suitable for you. Although
and in practice is easily the equal of the K1600 on both offer a myriad of adjustment, subtleties in your
normal roads and is better on the tighter turns. It size and height make a difference to wind protection
is certainly the superior bike in winter weather. The and comfort. Don’t forget to consider the luxurious
R1200RT has regularly won touring tests, beating K 1600 GTL variant, especially for two-up riding as
the K1600GT, and the new R1250RT is better than the seating, screen and bar position are markedly
the R1200RT in every way. Rationally the R1250RT different to the GT tested here.
is the best tourer money can buy and can cope with
almost every requirement. The K1600GT is very The BMW Club Journal
enjoyable and makes a very strong case for itself.
However, motorcycle purchases are rarely purely
rational decisions, enjoyment plays an important
part.

Both testers were pleasantly surprised by how
much they enjoyed the alternative bike and might
even consider one if circumstances were slightly
different. It shows it is well worth trying something
different when thinking about a new bike: you might
discover a machine you really like.

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20C1o8mCShpWalelAtleilnnpghgaethbeetic narrow was an understatement and I was lucky not to meet a vehicle in the
David Williamson long stretches without passing places.

The Valley of Rocks Having visited the 7 points, I decided to catch up with old friend in Bovey
Tracy. It so happened that England were playing one of their World Cup
I have always been interested in maps and route planning so an event like matches on this day so we chatted until the game was safely underway and
the SW 2018 Alphabetic Challenge organised by Tim Pattermore is just up then I took the A38 and the M5 home. The motorway was almost completely
my street. empty and I got home in record time (365 miles), I could get quite keen on
football.
Having entered, Tim sent me a link to a Google map showing the 26
locations, one for each letter of the alphabet. I then had from 1st January My old friend Nigel Page from the Southern Section asked to join me for the
until 30th September 2018 to visit as many or as few of the 26 locations as I camping trip in July and knowing that Nigel enjoys a beer I booked campsites
wanted. At each location I would take a picture of my bike and send them to that were associated with pubs. As Nigel was going to be keeping the wheels
Tim for him to load onto a Flickr site dedicated to the event, simple. of industry turning until the last minute, we arranged to meet at 19.00 hrs at the
campsite of the Trooper Inn at Stourton Caundle west of Sturminster Newton.
The first task was to create a way point in the Garmin mapping software,
Basecamp, for each of the 26 locations. I could then plan how to ride between I decided to visit 5 points enroute to the campsite. I crossed the Severn
the points using the most enjoyable and scenic routes. Bridge and then headed east along the Clifton Gorge on the south side of
Bristol before taking the A37 south and the first point of the day in Midsomer
I planned a camping trip of 3 to 4 days in July to visit the bulk of the points Norton. Then south to find King Alfred’s Tower a 50m Folly west of Bruton. The
travelling in a clockwise direction from Abergavenny to Dorset, along the tower was completed in 1772 and was intended to commemorate the end of
south side of the SW peninsula then back home through the Northern side the Seven Years’ War against France and the accession of King George III.
of the peninsula.
Next to Yandles Woodworking Centre at Martock NW of Yeovil, swiftly
However, I could see that there were 7 locations in N Somerset and mid followed by Sherbourne Castle and finally RAF Tarrant, just east of Blandford
and north Devon that would be time consuming to visit at the end of my Forum, one of many airfields from which gliders left carrying troops to support
proposed camping trip. Therefore, I planned to make a day trip in June to visit the D Day operation. Finally, the A357 west to Stourton Caundle and the
these 7 locations. campsite at the Trooper Inn. Five points and 160 miles today, twelve locations
visited in total.
I made an early start and travelled South on the A449, across the new
Severn Bridge, M49 and M5 to J22 where a minor detour brought me to Nigel duly arrived from Midhurst and after erecting our tents we retired for a
Ollie’s Café. One down twenty-five to go! Back on the M5 to Bridgewater and meal and a beer. Luck was on our side as the pub only cooks on a Wednesday.
then fiddle through some lanes to Enmore where the Parish Church was the
location. Across the Brendon Hills on the glorious B3224 to Wheedon Cross The weather was glorious so we were up early and soon on our way
and then to the next location of Dunkery Beacon, or at least the car park. through the lanes to the Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum. Despite the early hour
the site was a hive of activity as preparation was underway for the annual union
I had corresponded with Tim but we had never met so we had arranged to jamboree. Unfortunately, this meant that we could not get into the museum
meet in the Quince Honey Farm (another location) at South Molton for coffee. and so after we had taken the required picture, we headed south to Lulworth
It was nice to put a face to a name and after coffee and cake we rode together Cove.West to Dorchester and then south to Upwell where we were looking
due west to Hartland Quay a spectacular spot on the N Devon coast. After a for a wishing well. Wishing must be thirsty work forunately there was a large
leisurely lunch we headed S into the foothills of Dartmoor to visit a Zion Bible café associated with the site. Refreshed we headed west to the Abbotsbury
Chapel in the middle of nowhere near the hamlet of Germansweek. Another Swannery and then along the B3157. Where the road climbs away from the
photo and Tim left me to return home and I headed off to Fernworthy Reservoir sea there is a fabulous view East along Chesil Beach towards Portland.
the 7th and last location of the day. To say that the roads to the reservoir were
20 The final location of the day was the old filling station at Colyford just inland
from Seaton (Devon). There are 5 old fashioned Shell petrol pumps outside
the old garage and we were able to park our bikes in front of these for the
picture. We had a chat with the owner and then had lunch in the recently
opened café and bicycle shop which now occupies the old workshop.

We then rode west of Exeter and headed up the Teign Valley to Christow
and the campsite at the Teign House Inn, 120 miles. We pitched our tents
in glorious sunshine and then headed off for a walk. I had an old Ordinance
Survey map of the area so off we set off on the local footpaths. All was well
until we decided to take a short cut along the wooded slopes of the valley and
the only way out was in the opposite direction to the campsite. Suffice to say
that we had a longer walk than intended. That evening we were joined by 5

Colyford Filling Station June 2019

seemed to know what type of music was to be played so we decide to have

a pint and wait. We were rewarded with a great local band who played the

classics from the 70 and 80’s a real treat.

We encountered our only light rain of the trip this morning as we rode

towards Penzance and then NW to Geevor Tin Mine Museum. After we

had taken our pictures Nigel suggested that we ride up the coast road via

Porthmeor to St Ives and then visit Thors Motor Cycles just east of Bodmin. I

adjusted the route in the sat nav to accommodate these changes and off we

set along the coast road to St Ives then joined the A30 at Hayle to Bodmin

and Thors M/C which is hidden down narrow lanes. While Nigel was admiring

the bikes in the shop, I checked the list of 26 locations and realised to my

horror that we has missed a location at Watergate Bay N of Newquay. We

had 4 locations left (including the one that I had missed) and all but one, The

Jamaica Inn, were on the north coast and could be connected by the A39 or

the Atlantic Highway as it is known. I decided that the best option would be

to blast up the A30 to The Jamaica Inn, then ride back down the A30 past

Bodmin and then NW to the missed location of Extreme Academy Surf School

at Tregurrian. From here it would be a glorious ride home along the north of

the peninsula.

We navigated our way through the lanes to the A 30 and then NE to The

Jamaica Inn which is situated in the middle of Dartmoor. A quick photograph

under the pub sign and then we retraced our route back down the A 30, past

Bodmin and then toward the N coast and the Surf School at Tregurrian.

Parking here was chaotic but we muscled our way into a position where we

could take a picture and then got out as quickly as possible.

We had originally intended to spend our last night camping at Tintagel but

Nigel suggested that if we got cracking, we could get back home that day.

Nigel decided that he would take the slow coastal roads and then cut across to

Exeter and the A 30 towards Salisbury and on to Midhurst. I needed to visit the

King Alfreds Tower last location on the N Somerset coast near Lynton so elected to take the A39.

We parted company and I took the direct route east to the A39 and after

friends who live locally and enjoyed the hospitality of the Teign Valley Inn. a few miles turned onto the B3274 to Padstow and the National Lobster

Today’s route took us along the south coast of Devon and into Cornwall Hatchery. This was on the side of the estuary which looked glorious in the

and as it was July we anticipated that the traffic would be rather tedious. To late afternoon sun. However, I needed to get a wiggle on so once on the bike

try and avoid the morning rush we were up and away I selected the dynamic engine mode to make progress

promptly and experienced light traffic on our way to up the Atlantic Highway. The road was almost empty

Paignton Pier. We then made our way to Totnes and and I had a most enjoyable ride all the way to Lynton via

then along the A381 and A379 which were dire. These Barnstable. I found my way to the Valley of the Rocks

roads twist and turn and have many chicanes where and took my picture of location number 26 to complete

trees and other obstacles stick out into the carriageway. the Challenge. From Lynmouth I rode the B3223 over

The road was clogged with caravans and lorries but Exmoor to Simonsbath. The moor was beautiful in

because of the undulating and twisty nature of the road the evening sunshine and there was no traffic to spoil

it was impossible to overtake. Eventually we turned the ride. Exford, Wheddon Cross and onto the M5 at

onto the B3392 to Bigbury on Sea and were able to take Taunton and home at 21.00 hrs after 330 miles.

a picture of Burgh Island. We then rode N back to the A The 2018 SW Alphabetic Challenge took me 4 days

379 and turned west towards Plymouth. We stopped at Camping at Teign House Inn to complete and I covered 1,100 miles to visit all 26

Ben’s Farm Shop near Yealmpton. Here we were treated to great hospitality locations. Many thanks to Tim Pattermore for staging the event, it took me to

and the ladies even provided us with a glass cleaning spray and a clean cloth many places that I had not visited before and gave me the perfect excuse to

so that we could restore visibility through our visors. We navigated our way spend time route planning and riding the bike.

through Plymouth and onto the Torpoint ferry and then down the coast to find

the Inn on the Shore at Seaton (Cornwall).

Looe was the next town of note before we headed directly across country

to the ferry at Fowey. This was probably a mistake as we spent many miles in

single track lanes and as Nigel was following, he got very dusty and was not

at his happiest. At one point we crossed a ford which despite the long spell

of dry weather still had water in it. Having crossed the very expensive ferry at

Fowey we rode the A390 to Truro and then the A 39 and A 394 past Falmouth.

To our surprise these roads were flowing freely and we made good progress to

N of Helston where we turned north to find the Wendron Parish Cross, the last

location of the day. It was then just a short run to the campsite at Porthleven.

Four points and 131 miles today. Once the tents were pitched we went for a

walk around the town, which did not take long. We treated ourselves to fish

and chip on the quayside for supper taking care not to let the seagulls get a

look in and then found a pub which was preparing for some live music. Nobody

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Padstow National Lobster Hatchery

C EE E
An occasional feature about Club Members whose biking history might be of interest to readers. If you know any members worthy
of a mention please contact the editor with some suitable text and pictures. lease seek permission to publish first!

PIERS K RREIN LOOKS ACK AT T E IKES E S O NE O ER T E LAST 54 YEARS

ART . My first MW motorcycle was purchased in about 9 6 and Journal articles seem to have lots of information about where people
travel and what they eat and very little information about actual
I joined the Club soon after that encouraged by friends around me motorcycles. Well this article certainly bucks that trend being nothing
but motorcycles and a few anecdotal words describing each of them.
at the time who were all long term MW enthusiasts. ow that was a These are not in ascending or date order and I’ve interspersed the many

long time ago and I’ve been a Club member ever since. Anyway, having MWs amongst the others to try to keep faith the the essence of our
magazine. To my mind it’s good to see other brands of motorcycle in
recently turned 0 years I was pondering on just how long my the magazine. After all many of us own bikes other that MWs. I’m sure
there are many of you out there who have had even more extensive
motorcycling career was and how many bikes I’d owned over all those collections or maybe more interesting steeds! Maybe you would like to
write something similar for the Journal o get in touch with the Editor
years. So I sat down and started to compile a list. Firstly I had to go or Myself if you fancy putting something together.

back to my 6th birthday ( 965) when my ad had bought me my first

a 95 SA antam 25cc. It took a while to get them all down on

paper and the list proved to be a very long one. About 2 different ones

in all. Then I thought it might be interesting to write a Journal article

about them. A few members have mentioned to me that some of the

95 SA C 250cc 956 SA olden Flash 650cc

95 SA antam 25cc This was my second bike after the antam. I’ve always liked old English bikes and this one
To my mind, at the time, it was a real step up in came up for sale via a friend. It was a particularly
I’ll never forget the thrill, at the tender age of 6, power! I actually bought another in the 9 0s in fine example and was lovely to ride.
opening the throttle and surging (relatively Leeds and cantered around the ales on it for a
speaking!) forward down the road for the first few years. Looks and sounds bigger than it nfortunately divorce forced it’s sale and I
time. Arriving at school each day by bike whilst actually is. remember under selling it just when prices were
still doing ‘O’ levels in the fifth form was just so starting to climb. This was taken in about 992.
cool too! 2.5 hp didn’t stop me strapping on 9 awasaki 550
rudimentary camping gear and heading off to
Cornwall from West London at 5 mph max.

Yamaha J600

9 R 00RS. My first MW My first introduction to cylinder Japanese Advertised in the local paper at just 950, who
ought this lovely example and immediately technology. So smooth after everything I’d known could possibly resist! A bullet proof air cooled
joined the Club. My first meeting was at before. Totally reliable and I had it up to 20mph cyl with a great reputation for reliability. I toured
Howsteen orge Cafe when the gathering with ease a couple of times. it in Scotland one year with a week of sublime
attracted 50 members or more. The bike was in sunny weather. Sold it on to a guy called eoff
great condition but put quite a lot of weight on my 9 Jawa C 5cc in the orthern Section who I believe has it safely
wrists so I eventually traded it in at Rainbow in Another run about bought for transport in my tucked away in his garage to this day.
Sheffield for an R 00 S. (See later.) In those student days. Archetypal ‘grey porridge’ of bikes
days they all seemed to change hands for about but it lugged me around town and beyond quite 20 TM 90 duke
2500. ot so now of course! happily. I used to travel from Leeds to Rye in
Sussex on it and remember it seizing up in 90cc, bhp and only 9 g. Everything on it
Jawa Manet 25cc stationary traffic in Hammersmith. It started up was class. Seen here at our Cadwell Track ay.
Reasonably reliable hack to get to and from ni. again once cooled down. ick start on the left Superb handling. ot the fastest nor the slowest
It had 2 volt electrics and electric and kick starter doubled as the gear lever. This one met it’s end bike there. A great day out for anyone. A hoot!!
too. ote the big wheels it handled quite well. in collision with a large Alsatian og on Elland
22 Road in Leeds. Collectable now I believe. June 2019

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PIERS K RREIN LOOKS ACK AT T E IKES E S O NE O ER T E LAST 54 YEARS

9 6 Yamaha T 250cc On the Col du Mont Cenis returning from the Honda Innova 25cc (Like a Cub)
Stella Alpina Rally

Honda C 00 CT Suzuki ergman 200cc (Huge luggage space)
The C 00 in Corsica 20 2 Yamaha 250 Majesty

9 0 Yamah T 5mx
I had a thing about Trail bikes for a while and
these did good service both on and off road. I
only did some modest green lanes though.

MW R 00 S As soon as I saw these on the market I had a test iaggio 00i
ride and traded in the high mileage R 200 S. I
This S ‘ umble ee’ replaced the RS and was just loved the look, practicality, economy and the I’ve owned different scooters over the last few
kept for many years and thousands of miles. lovely CT auto box. This was my main bike from years. The cc gradually increasing over time.
Much smoother and tractable than the RS and 20 2 for 6 years and 60,0000 trouble free miles.
with a great upright riding position. Here you see It toured all over Europe, Ireland, Scotland and one of them cost a huge amount. The for
me about to set off on my very first foreign tour England. ow replaced in late 20 (Yes, you’ve instance came for just 00 and was all good
to the Auvergne area of France. guessed!) y a brand new C 50 version! in every respect. Funny how you’ll happily hop
on a scoot to do local errands without a thought
Honda TLR 200cc Trials but (for me at least) rarely get the bike out to go
down town. The was capable of keeping up
20 Honda C 50 CT with motorway traffic all day and took me to the
995 R 200 S south coast from Yorkshire a few times.
Luggage safely tucked away under the seat.

992 MW R 00R

Yam TY 5 ought from friend ick with low miles. I really The last of the regular production boxers and
thought I’d made it in biking with one of these. A possibly the best too. This was smooth and
ack in the mid 90s I acquired these two trials superb ride of course. 0,000 miles on this handled well with a good cantering gait on the
bikes to teach son en to ride and to have a bit touring all over. I just loved the get up and go but motorways. Here you see it parked up at one of
of off road fun. We never got to the stage of disliked the clunky gear change (Yes, I do know the St. Audries ay Rallies. Remember those
entering any actual trials events. Here you see how to change gear on boxer twins!) Here you We were accommodated in pre war holiday
see the bike at the end of a ride out from Sutton chalets and the beds seemed pre war too. From
en on the TY in the garden and on the TLR up memory the craic, the food, the ride outs and the
at Flappit uarry not far from Howarth. He was ank on the edge of the orth Yorkshire Moors bands were really good.
quite a small lad in those days at about yrs. to Spurn oint Light house in the far east of the
He’s over 6ft now and an aircraft engineer down County. art 2 to follow 23
in Toulouse, France!
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June 2019

NHOoRmDeKwAaPrPd -BPoaurntd2 After a sumptuous breakfast, sadly it was time
Richard Filpatrick to leave Sundsvall and once again follow the E04,
which was the first motorway for over 2,000 miles,
Day 11 Honningsvag-Muonio Motel SEO Muonio in a very sorry state. From here it was a short drive I guess. After a few boring hours I turned off the
Away by about 9, after another underwhelming to Torre, where I refuelled and had a break. I was E04 at Gavle on to route 76, and headed towards
now on faster and better made roads, far better than the port of Norrtalje. This road became extremely
breakfast, and with no choice of road, it’s back down in England. tedious, with miles and miles of good open road at
the E69, with a cold and strong wind; but no rain so 40/50/60 kmh. On my journey so far, this is the only
far. The E69 takes me back to Alta, where the worst There were several things that surprised me in road where I’ve seen warning signs for wild boar.
of the road works was waiting for me. Single file Sweden and Norway, one was that petrol stations
traffic, away at the lights only to be confronted with (most of which only serve petrol if you use the After an hour or so I just had to stop and set the
an adverse camber road surface that was covered credit card machines at the pumps, no cash at satnav for my next stop, Stockholm. The hotel was
in some sort of mud. The bike was slipping and the till), double up as fast food outlets; namely hot split across two buildings and I was in the annex,
sliding sideways like I’ve never experienced before, dogs. Racks of hotdogs on slowly rotating cookers, the car park was underneath; but there is no direct
only for the bike to slip some 2 feet down the camber with vast tubs of various sauces, and secondly the access from hotel to car park so you have to walk up
of the road with me fighting to keep the bike upright; quantity of the sweet shops I’d seen so far; muesli the road with panniers etc. This was the only hotel
without doubt the worst riding experience I’ve had, anybody! The E04/E10 took me all the way to my so far that charged for parking, it was expensive but,
how the bike never went over I have absolutely no next stop. A small B&B not too far from the main I was in a capital city. Five sheets of A4 paper for the
idea; but I made it. road, and adequate for one night. It was owned by a hotel and car park receipts, they must have shares
Swedish couple, there were 4 Polish chaps staying in a logging company! The car park entrance faces
After Alta and picking up route 93 it began to for a few nights, they go fishing thereabouts every across a 1:8 slope on it, so negotiating that safely
rain, and it did so all the way to Finland and the year, an elderly German couple and me; English makes you think, especially as the road is a one-
motel at Muonio; right by the main road. The motel being the common language. 274 miles<bold> way road. The hotel room was small, the shower
was a gem, plenty of parking, the bedroom was Day 13 Ostvik-Sundsvall Clarion Collection ridiculously so; taking a shower was a challenge. As
great, a sauna, and the most comfortable bed I’ve Hotel Grand before, 2 nights, to rest the posterior and do some
slept in for a very long time; but so very quiet. The hand laundry; heated towel rail-a result. 266 miles,
nights were longer now it’s further south, and the A quiet forgettable breakfast and away by 3411 miles so far
open moorland was giving way to more forests and 08:30, on to the E04, and although it follows the Day 15 Stockholm
habitation. I was now only 180 or so miles from the coast; there wasn’t much of the coast to see in all
Russian border. 312 miles honesty. The forecast of rain was correct, and for I chose Stockholm for two reasons, a) because
Day 12 Muonio-Ostvik Koigarden Bed and the next 3-4 hours it did, the temperature dropping it breaks up a longer journey, and b) I’d visited
Breakfast from 22C to 9C; coffee stops and additional clothing Stockholm a few years ago and really enjoyed it.
were required. About 1pm the rain eased off, but What I didn’t enjoy then and now were the vagrants/
After a somewhat forgettable breakfast, I the strong and cold cross wind didn’t help. When I beggars on the street; they seem to be mainly Roma
headed south out of Muonio, picked up road 404 to arrived at the hotel in Sundsvall, I noticed how quiet people. They go around all the waste bins looking for
cross into Sweden, (less than 3 miles) and through the town was, the hotel receptionist told me that aluminium tins and plastic drinks bottles that can be
the commune of Muodoslompolo; what a wonderful June 22nd is a Swedish holiday, and everybody was returned for a meagre deposit refund. The city feels
name. I turned south and along road 99, which at home or away. This hotel was by far the best I had safe, but sadly a few years ago a disaffected foreign
follows the Muonio river that divides Finland from stayed in so far, free parking in the covered car park, national who had been refused asylum stole a lorry
Sweden. Again, a changing scenery all the way to dinner included in the price, which was cheaper and ploughed into pedestrians in the Drottninggatan
Pajala. Here it began to rain as it would for the next than other hotels B&B rates, nice clean and cosy pedestrianised area; killing 4 people. There’s just so
3 or 4 hours, I followed road 392 to Tallvik; passing room; plus the food was amazing; fantastic choice much to see and do in this city, ferries across the
the through the Arctic Circle, and surprisingly the and plenty of it. Walking round town after dinner, it harbour, a royal palace where their ceremonies to
sat nav’s screen changed from day to night the felt like a ghost town; I could count the number of change the guard etc are similar to those in London,
same distances either side of the Arctic Circle; people I saw on two hands. A good night’s sleep a wonderful city for several days stay. I wouldn’t give
remember day 8. However, the buildings that were was had by me. 267 miles you a thank you to visit London, but I could happily
on the roadside bore no resemblance to those of the Day 14 Sundsvall-Stockholm Best Western Kom spend 3 or 4 days in Stockholm.
first Arctic Circle centre I’d passed on day 8, they Hotel
were all run down, overgrown and dilapidated; it was June 2019
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Day 16 Stockholm-Malmo Park Inn by Radisson Luxury transport Sundsvall or wandering around the shops; and enjoying the
Malmo balmy evening atmosphere. After a wonderful
were stationary. I finally found the B&B in Bremen, carbonara, and many photographs, I sauntered back
Today was by far the longest distance between the room was on the top floor or a converted attic to the hotel for a rather disturbed and unfortunate
overnight stops this holiday. Leaving Stockholm as the ceiling was no more than 18” above the bed, night’s sleep. Earlier, I had contacted Eurotunnel to
in the morning rush hour where the satnav could across the road was a big park where some sort ask if I could bring forward my 17:00 return train the
not pick up a signal due to the high buildings was of sporting event was being held; the loudspeakers following day to one about 10am, a bargain at £7; I
achieved with consummate ease, pat on back there. were on max, zero chance of parking anywhere as was happy with that. 272 miles
On to the E04, most of it either dual carriageway or well; I was not a happy hector I can tell you. Only Day 19 Antwerp-Channel Tunnel
motorway. Some lengths of road are one lane up and once have I walked out of a B&B, in Scotland some
to down, then two lanes up and one down, I guess 30 years ago; and I did the same here. I contacted After a rather sleepless night, partly due to the
that this saves money and time during construction. the hotel booking company and relayed my heat, I was away by 6.30am; as the hotel don’t
Passing by Linkoping there were several aircraft concerns; and a short while later they gave me the serve breakfast. I eventually got out of Antwerp
mounted on pedestals, this area is where the SAAB details of a hotel in a quieter part of town. Bremen as I misunderstood the satnav’s instructions and
aircraft factory is. Along the E04 was an unmarked like many big European cities has lots of cycle ways took a few wrong turns here and there. Not a great
Swedish BMW patrol bike in a lay-by, I suspect and trams; it’s very difficult to avoid them if you’re deal to say other than the motorways were busy,
someone had been going a bit to fast; not me I can a bit misplaced or tired. The only room at the hotel but I arrived at the tunnel in plenty of time for my
assure you. Just before Jonkopping is Brahehus, an was the honeymoon suite, I ask you. “Would you crossing, only to miss it due to passport checks
old castle/fort. Access is via the adjacent motorway like some help with your bags” the male receptionist etc; you know what it’s like. On to the train with one
service area and a short walk under the subway. asked; you can guess my reply. “Is there a lift?” “no” other motorcycle, we got chatting as you do, and
The views across the Vattern lake and surrounding was the reply, “this place is over 100 years old and I mentioned to the other rider that I’d paid £7 last
countryside are well worth half an hour or so out of wasn’t designed for a lift”. Ninety-seven, yes 97 night to get an earlier crossing; he said he’d just paid
your journey. A few hours riding to my final night in steps later, my two panniers were carefully placed in some £40 at the ticket booth! 138 miles
Sweden; Malmo. Booking into the fairly new hotel the room by the receptionist, followed by me with my
was easy, trying to get the car park attendant in top box and helmet. He must have been half my age So, there you have it; I made it, Nordkapp 2018.
charge of the underground car park to understand but struggled to get to the top floor. It has to be said Yes, I could have done it less time, saved on hotels,
that I was on a motorcycle and not in a car was a the area was very quiet, the room was adequate but I was not going to thrash from A-B. Yes, I could
completely different matter. The hotel is situated for me for one night; but with free parking directly have done it over a longer period, but that adds to
some 200 yards from the water’s edge where a outside the hotel I wasn’t really bothered. 281 miles hotel/food bills etc. I did contact Garmin when I got
relatively new complex of shops, restaurants and Day 18 Bremen-Antwerp Le Sud home, about the sat nav’s screen going from day to
assorted flats are. The amazing views across the night when I was near the Arctic Circle. The reply
sea to the Oresund Bridge bought home to me that After fairly decent breakfast, I was away by was that they’d never had anybody else report this
my holiday was nearly over and I’d be in mainland 8am. It was 13.5C and foggy. I followed the A1/E37 strange phenomenon, but could I send them some
Europe the next day. The sunset from the sea wall, motorway all the way past Munster to junction 8, screen shots when I go there again!
the white marble Turning Torso building, and the then picked up route 58 via Wesel and Alpen to join
views made today’s lengthy journey worth it. 383 the E34 motorway near Venlo. This detour misses On the first day of the trip the bike was showing
miles a huge section of motorway near Duisburg and 55mpg, my mind was frantically calculating the fuel
Day 17 Malmo-Bremen Plenus Hotel Oberhausen, with some pleasant riding roads, and cost for the next 4,000 miles, but on subsequent
good scenery it was time to think/reminisce about days fuel consumption had dropped to 65mpg;
Following a cracking breakfast, it was time to the holiday thus far. with the machine also being far more responsive
get the bike out of the underground car park, what Some figures: -19 days, including two rest days.
a palaver, so much time wasted; but I didn’t have to At Venlo the E34 motorway takes you all the Total mileage from and to Frethun 4,485. Oil used,
pay because the car park operator couldn’t reason way to Antwerp. Entering Antwerp, it seemed to less than 1/3rd of a litre. Average fuel consumption
that I was on a motorcycle and not in a car! Out of be nothing but a mass of motorways and junctions, approx. 63 mpg. Average mileage over the 19 days
Malmo I retraced my journey across the Oresund mad car and lorry drivers, even at 5 pm it was 31C; including the two ‘rest’ days- 236 Bike used 12’ plate
bridge, into Denmark and onto Rodbyhavn ferry to by far the hottest day so far. Antwerp like Bremen 1200RT SE. Rain: not more than 2 half days. Yes, I
Puttgarden; the temperature dropping all the time as has tramways and cycle ways, you need eyes would go to Nordkapp again, maybe on a cruise; or
I neared the ferry terminal. The motorway to Bremen everywhere! There was free parking just across the fly to Alta and hire a car.
was so busy, lots of roadworks, some sections street from the hotel, the room itself was pretty good,
have no speed limit at all, the cars wanging past at with a decent bed; and views across the local park. 25
incredible speed, riding at 80 mph, which is more Later in the evening I strolled along to the centre of White marble Turning Torso building
than enough for me; the cars just passed me as if I Antwerp, having been lured by the cathedrals spire
which dominates the sky line. The central area is
June 2019 paved, and lots of people were just sitting, drinking,

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6-9 June. Southern section Bodmin Caravan Weekend: Rivermead 11-14 July. Western section Brecon Beacons Camping Weekend:
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Cornwall Show. We will arrange a minibus to take us to the show on the details or more information see Journal Advert or Section Website
Friday, so that we don‘t have to wear bike gear all day. Contact Neville Jones on 07860532876 or by email [email protected]

10-21 June. Midland section Dordogne France Camping Tour: For 12-14 July. Yorkshire section Kettlewell Camping: Tents and small
further details please refer to the BMW Club Journal or contact Norman camper vans. Sorry no motorhomes or caravans. £8 ppn plus £3 per bike
PIFF. Contact Norman Piff on 077702176806 or by email normcathpiff@ or £5 per car or van. Book direct with the site, Nigel on 07930379079.
gmail.com Further details see advert in the Journal Contact Chris Rogers on 0113
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13 - 16 June. South West section Slimbridge Rally: Tudor Caravan
Park, Slimbridge, GL1 7BP. Phil Sampson 07850 983 144. Ride out 13-14 July. Mercia section VMCC 1000 BIKES: Great weekend of
Saturday. track displays, club stands and auto jumble. See you there. Contact
Charlie on 7847011289 or by email [email protected]
14 - 16 June. The Irish Section Airhead, Camping/B&B and BBQ
Fun: Camping on site or B&B nearby check out lryc.ie for location 9-12 August. Northern section Hotel Weekend: Bay Eden Arms
and nearby B&Bs. Lots of events happening Saturday. enquiries email Hotel, Rushyford, County Durham, DL17 0LL. £99 per person for 3
[email protected] or [email protected]. Camping 15.00 for nights dinner, bed and breakfast (Friday to Sunday nights). Book direct
first night or 25.00 for two nights(payable on Friday night). Chinese with Shearings Bay Hotels on 01942 412595 or the internet. The Eden
Take away night (payable separately). Saturday night BBQ bring your Arms is a 17th Century former coaching inn that offers an excellent
own meat %.00 for salads. Lunch payable separately. Tea and coffee range of leisure facilities including a modern gym and indoor pool, or
payable separately. All events are booked under the Guidelines for just enjoy the fantastic biking roads in the area. Located 8 miles south
Booking of the Irish Section. of the city of Durham there is a frequent bus service to Durham. Please
contact Bob Harrison 01257 793209 [email protected]
15-22 June. Oxford section Austrian Trip: Hotel Weisseespitze to confirm your participation and receive event information.
Contact Martin Skennerton [email protected] or 07584 437594
9-11 August. Scottish section Camping at Sango Sands Oasis:
21-23 June. Scottish section Longest Day Weekend in Dornoch: Durness, IV27 4PZ. Don’t camp there is the Lazy Days Bunkhouse,
Caravan & Camp Park, The Links, Dornoch, Sutherland 1V25 3LX. Youth Hostel nearby. This is a stunning location with wonderful quiet
The campsite is situated on the North East Shore of the Dornoch Firth roads to ride. Camping £6pppn Contact Billy Gregor on 07827012111 or
in Sutherland and has very good facilities. The section trailer and by email [email protected]
marquee will be there as a central meeting place for all attending. Free
tea & coffee all weekend. Camping £7 pppn Contact Billy Gregor on 9-11 August. South West section Lavender Rally: Lavender Farm,
07827012111 or by email [email protected] Cheristow, Hartland EX39 6DA. BBQ in Barn Saturday night. Ride out
and walks. Contact Jim Isherwood on 07926 069 777
25-27 June. Southern section Mid-Week Hotel Break: This is being
organised by Bob & Sue Melvin, departing on 25th June and riding 16-18 August. Scottish section Ullapool in August: Broomfield
from a location on the Surrey/Sussex borders (still to be determined) Campsite, IV26 2UT.Broomfield Campsite is on the banks of scenic
to Dover, staying overnight at the Dover (A20) Premier Inn for two Loch Broom. No booking required for camping. An area will be set aside
nights (please book your hotel direct and let them know at webmaster@ for the club. If you don’t camp there are Hostels and plenty of hotels
thebmwclubsouthern.com). They will lead a rideout on 26th June, taking and B&Bs nearby. The section trailer and marquee will be there as a
in the White Cliffs, the Secret War Tunnels and other attractions. On central meeting place for all attending. Free tea & coffee all weekend.
27th June there will be a leisurely ride back, stopping at other interesting This is a superb location with wonderful quiet roads to ride and a good
places en route, possibly Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch, Dungeness, walking area. Camping £5pppn. Contact Billy Gregor on 07827012111
etc. Contact Bob Melvin by email Webmaster@thebmwclubsouthern. or by email [email protected]
com
5-8 September. South West section Dartmoor Rally: Harford Bridge
25-29 June. Yorkshire Section visit Austria:Four nights dinner, bed Holiday Park, Peter Tavy, Tavistock PL1 9LS. Food on site. Saturday
& Breakfast €345 pp based on two sharing. See advert in the Journal ride out. Contact Phil Sampson on 07850 983 144
for details. Bookings through Piers: 07866 622196 or yorkshire.social@
bmwclubuk.net Camping is also available, call for details. HOTEL IS 6-8 September. Midland section Hope Valley Camping Weekend:
FULLY BOOKED BUT RESERVE LIST IS OPERATING Contact Piers Midland Section Camping weekend at Hope Valley. For further
information please refer to the BMW Club Journal or contact Steve
27-30 June. Western section Black & White Camping Weekend: Foreman by email [email protected]
Booking required with the organiser Caravans & Campers welcome
For contact details or more information see Journal Advert or Section 6-8 September. Yorkshire section Camping & Glamping: This
Website Contact Colin Ross on 01562820458 sheltered campsite has space for tents in addition to Nomadic Yurts
and Camping Pods that sleep two persons. There is a café/restaurant
28-30 June. Scottish section Royal Deeside Gathering: Ballater onsite that serves good beers and wine. Prices for up to two people
Caravan Park. This excellent site has absolutely superb facilities. The for minimum of two nights: Camping in small tent: £9 per night Luxury
pretty conservation town of Ballater is located in the heart of beautiful Camping Pod: £60 per night Nomadic Yurt: £70 per night Extra charges
Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire and is the principal town of the eastern for more people and electric hookup. Contact Piers on 07866 622
half of the Cairngorms National Park an ideal base for exploring this 196 or by email [email protected] (more details on the
beautiful part of Scotland and a great favourite of both walkers and section web site)
cyclists. If you don’t camp there is a Hostel and plenty of hotels and
B&Bs nearby.The section trailer and marquee will be there as a central 6-8 September. Yorkshire section Boreen Run: The run will be of
meeting place for all attending. Free tea & coffee available all weekend. similar format to previous years with two days guided riding around the
Camping £6pppn the best value anywhere. Contact Billy Gregor on back roads and lanes of the North York Moors and possibly the Dales
07827012111 or by email [email protected] with the usual coffee and lunch stops. Further details and prices please
contacr Piers Kurrein, [email protected] Tel: 07866
2-4 July. Northern section Camping Event: Tuesday and Wednesday 622 196 (more details on the section web site)
nights at Erwion Camping and Caravan Park Llandovery SA20 0RD.
£6 pppn. Book online via their website or direct with the site on 01550 12-15 September. Western section Sorebutts Camping Weekend:
721 021. Ask for the backpackers rate. Mention The BMW Club. Event Booking required with the organiser Caravans and campervans
contact Barry Warner 01617 611 702. welcome For contact details or more information see Journal Advert or
Section Website Contact Paul Rodriguez on 07979974005

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13-16 September. Mercia section Mercia Hotel Weekend: The Royal payable to Robert Crawley. Please phone to confirm availability. My
Hotel Whitby. Stay 2/3 nights half-board. Details to follow. Contact home phone number is 01573 223203. Contact Bob Crawley on 01573
Charlie on 7847011289 or by email [email protected] 223203

13-15 September. Scottish section The Vicar & Beemer Ed Camping 4-7 October. Oxford section Autumn Weekend Hotel Break: Staying
at Moffat: Camping weekend. Excellent Site with good facilities. Many at the Gwbert Hotel, Cardigan. Contact: David & Rosemary Hicks
B&Bs, hotels and restaurants close by. Contact Alan Redhead on 01434 mail:[email protected]
683610 or by email [email protected]
18-20 October. Irish section N.W. Hotel Weekend: 2 nights B&B
13-16 September. Yorkshire Section Go To Scotland: The Rob Roy and dinner on Saturday night with lunch on Saturday ride out. Price
Hotal, Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire, Scotland FK8 3UX. www.robroyhotel. does not include dinner on Friday night (which is payable separately).
co.uk. Three night dinner, bed and breakfast, including dancing on Single room supplement (all nights) TBA at time of booking. bookings/
Saturday night. £129 per person based on 2 sharing (single room enquiries email [email protected]. All events are booked under the
occupancy £174). £20 per person to reserve your room. All booking Guidelines for Booking Events of Irish Section
through Piers Kurrein on 07866 622 196 or by email yorkshire.social@
bmwclubuk.net (more details on the section web site) 18-20 October. South West section Hippo Rally: North Tawton
Rugby, Tawmeadow, Fore st EX20 2ED. Inclusive food and discounted
14-21 September. Southern section Welsh Weekend: Contact Bob ales, Saturday party night. Jim Isherwood 07926 069 777
Melvin [email protected] for more details
19-20 October. Mercia section Stafford Mechanics Show: Come
17-20 September. Yorkshire section visit Normandy: Stay at and visit the BMW Club stand. Contact Charlie on 7847011289 or by
this charming chateau in Normandy, just a few miles from the port of email [email protected]
Cherbourg. Make your own ferry booking to combine this with a longer
European trip. Please note that there are no en-suite rooms and the 22-24 November. Western section Hotel Weekend: Booking required
bathrooms are shared. For further details see the advert in the Journal with the organiser Option to arrive on 21st November Booking form
or contact Piers on 07866 622 196 or by email yorkshire.section@ available from organiser or Section Website. For contact details or
bmwclubuk.net (more details on the section web site) more information see Journal Advert or Section Website Contact Denis
Bradbeer on 01454775786 or by email [email protected]
20-22 September. East Anglia section Fakenham Rally: Fakenham
Racecourse, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 7NY. This is a top quality level 1-4 May. Scottish section Gretna Hall Hotel Weekend: Gretna
campsite with very good facilities, including a friendly bar that serves Green, DG74 5DY. The hotel is situated just off the M74/M6 and is a
meals and usually some evening entertainment. We are just a few miles perfect base from which to ride glorious quiet roads in every direction
inland from the North Norfolk coast and great biking roads. No need with many attractions to visit in the area. Cost: £150.00 per person for
to book camping but need to contact site to pre-book for motorhomes, 3 night’s dinner, bed breakfast based on 2 sharing. Single supplement
caravans or rooms. Prices: Camping £9.00 pppn, Caravans and £15.00pppn. Deposit of £30 pp on booking. Full payment required
motorhomes £8.90pn plus £6.30pppn, Electric hook up £2.50. Rooms 28 days before event. To book telephone: 01461 338257 please
£20pppn +£5 for single occupancy. Section Tea and Coffee Gazebo will quote BMW Motorcycle Club 2020. More information on http://www.
be there for those who enjoy socialising and want to be in at the BMW thebmwclub.org.uk/scottish/Click Calendar or contact Judy: tel.01592
bike show. For further details, intention to attend weekend, to enter bike 874592 [email protected].
show or any other queries contact Hugh Thompson on 01728 861684
or by email [email protected] (more details on the section web
site)

20-22 September. Irish section Thatch Rally: Hotel Kilmore, Dublin
Road, Co Cavan. Price 130.00 euros per person sharing and includes:
2 nights B&B, lunch on Saturday and evening meal on Saturday night
(price based on 2 sharing a room). Single room supplement 20.00
euros extra(per room per night). Price does NOT include dinner on
Friday,which is payable separately. Bookings/enquiries: email book@
bmwclub.ie. All events are booked under the Guidelines for Bookings
of the Irish Section.

20-23 September. Scottish section Fort William Hotel Weekend:
The Bay Caledonian Hotel, Fort William, PH33 6RW. The Hotel is
situated on the edge of Fort William overlooking the shores of Loch
Linnhe. 2 nights dinner bed & breakfast £95 p.p. or 3 nights dinner
bed & breakfast £110 p.p. based on 2 sharing. Single rooms 2 nights
£105.00 or 3 nights £125. Fantastic value and superb location. Early
booking recommended as the number of rooms we have reserved is
limited. Contact Judy Lepley on 01592874592 or by email social@
thebmwclubscottish.com

25-30 September. Midland section Cotswold Rally: the Fire Service
College in hotel style accommodation. Inclusive bed, breakfast and
evening meal with use of the bars and swimming pool. Members can
attend for shorter periods during the above dates. For further information
please refer to the BMW Club Journal or contact Graham Parker on
01623467852 or by email [email protected]

27-29 September. Scottish section Camping at Invercoe: Caravan
& Camping Park, Glencoe, Ballachulish, PH49 4HP. Contact Duncan
Colborn on 07740020603 or by email duncan@thebmwclubscottish.
com

4-6 October. Northern section Hotel Weekend: NOW FULLY
BOOKED The String of Horses Inn, Faugh, near Warwick Bridge, North
Cimbria (www.stringofhorses.com). The hamlet of Faugh (pronounced
‘faff’) is a fine base for exploring the best biking roads in the south of
Scotland, North Northumbria and the Lake District. £35 pppn(bed and
breakfast) sharing twin/double room and £60 per night single occupancy
of a twin/double room. Deposit £35 per person. Just send a £35 pp
deposit cheque(sorry I don’t do internet banking) to Bob Crawley, 3
Station Road, Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD 5 8DQ, making your cheque

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Diary of Events: June & July

June = July = Weekends = Red Text

Diary of Events closing date is the 5th of each month

These activities have been arranged as agent for and on behalf of The BMW Club.

All organisers are covered by our insurance, provided the event guidelines are followed.

June Hill Farm, Howden, (on A63 NW of Howden), DN14
1
2 Western Monthly meet 11:00, Swansea Motorrad, Pheonix Way, 7JP.

1-8 Gamgoch, Swansea, SA4 9HN. Members welcome 9 E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, The Crown Hotel, Crown Road,
3 for tea / coffee and Bickies Mudford, Thetford, IP26 5HQ.
4
E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, The Cricketers, Spring Lane, Irish Meeting Place 11:00, North West Meeting, Coffey’s
5 Fordham Heath, Nr Colchester, CO3 9TG. Coffee Shop, Carrick on Shannon, Sligo.

6 Mercia Café Meet 10am, Barton Marina, Barton Marina, DE13 Irish Hotel 10:00, Dublin ride-out, The Lucan Spa Hotel.
6-9 8DZ. Summer breakfast meet and a natter. Often a
8 Midland rideout to follow. Northern Village Hall 13:00, Knowle Green Village Hall, Knowle
32 Green Village Hall, Clitheroe Road, Knowle Green,
Ulster Clubhouse 12:00 to 15:00, Wollaston Cafe Racer, Perston, PR3 2YQ.
Yorkshire BMW Wollaston, Bedford Road, Northampton, NN1
E. Anglia 5SZ. Oxford Ride Out to Bletchley Park. Ride Out to Bletchley Park

Southern Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s Scottish Café Meet 12.00, Powmill Milk Bar, Rumbling Bridge,
Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim. KY13 OQG. Lunch meet
Irish
Midland Café Meet 11.00, The Cafe & Bistro, Thorp Arch Retail Ulster Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s
Oxford Park, Wetherby, LS23 7FE. Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim.
Southern
Ulster The 75th D-Day Anniversary Commemoration. Get Western Village Hall 13:30, The Hood Memorial Hall, Devauden,
Ulster yourselves booked in as soon as possible as the Chepstow, NP16 6PL. On the B4293 next to the village
E. Anglia places are almost gone! See advert on the national green.
Mercia web site for details.
Yorkshire Hotel 12:00, Cubley Hall Hotel, Mortimer Road,
N. East Pub Meet 19:30, The Cricketers Arms, 232 Chestnut Penistone, S36 9DF.
Avenue, North Stoneham, Chandlers Ford, SO53
S. East 3HN. 10 Scottish Meeting Place 19.30, Douglas Park Motorrad, 13
S. West Braeview Place, East Kilbride, G74 3XH. Natter nite
Southern Hotel 20:00, Limerick, Woodfield House Hotel, Ennis
Road, Limerick. 11 E. Anglia Meeting Place 18:30, VCR Meets. Crown Road,
Ulster Mudford, IP26 5HQ (Zone 2) *Change of venue*
Ulster Pub Meet 19:30, The Three Kings Inn, Saltersway,
Western Threekingham, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 0AU. Mercia Chas’s Chip Run 1.

Pub Meet 19:00, The Dashwood Arms, The Dashwood Oxford Pub Meet 19:30, The Cherry Tree, High Street ,
Arms, Old Oxford Road, Piddington, HP14 3BH. Steventon, OX13 6RZ.

Pub Meet 20:00, The Seven Stars, The Seven Stars, Ulster Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Newark Lane, Ripley, Surrey, GU23 6DL. Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.

Meeting Place 20:00, Corr’s Corner, Corr’s Corner Yorkshire Café Meet 12:00, The Route 59 Cafe, A59 Near Bolton
Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. Abbey, BD23 6AF.

Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner 11 - 21 Midland Dordogne France Camping Tour.
Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
12 E. Anglia VCR Meet. All welcome to talk about classic BMW
Pub Meet 12:00, The Three Tuns, Wethersfield Road, motorcycles
Finchingfield, Essex, CM7 4NR.
Mercia Pub Meet 19:30, The Dog, Henley Road,
Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village, Mappleborough Green, Studley, B80 7DR.
Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church
End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU. Mercia Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,
Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church
Community Centre 19:30, Marley Hill Community End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU.
Centre, Church Street, Marley Hill, (A692), NE16
5DW. Mercia Pub Meet 19:00, The Clock Warehouse, The Clock
Warehouse , London Road, Shardlow, Derbys , DE72
Pub Meet 20:00, Brookers Oast, The Hop Farm, 2GL.
Beltring, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY.
Northern Meeting Place 13:00, Settle Market Place, Settle
Fish and Chip Meet. Fish and chip meet Coddy Shack Market Place, BD24 9ED.

Café Meet 12:00, “Old Gits” @ Loomies Diner, Loomies Ulster Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs,
Diner, West Meon Hut, A32 / A272 crossroads, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim.
Hampshire, GU32 1JX.
Ulster Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel,
Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim.
13 Midland Pub Meet 19:30, The Old Reindeer, Main Street,
Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel, Edingley, Notts, NG22 8BE.
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
Midland Mid-week Ride-in.
Pub Meet 19:00, The Lamb Inn, The Lamb Inn, Wotten
Road, Iron Acton, South Gloucestershire, BS37 9UZ. 13 Southern Pub Meet 20:00, The Half Moon, 32 London Road,
Petersfield, GU31 4BE.

13 - 16 S. West Slimbridge Rally.

Western Pub Meet 12:00, Waggon & Horses, Old Frome Road, 14 - 16 Irish The Irish Section Airhead, Camping/B&B and BBQ
Deacon Doulting, Shepton Mallet, BA4 4LA. Booking Fun. Camping/B&B and BBQ Fun Weekend

required. 15 Scottish Ron’s RTE Saturday lunch meets.

Yorkshire Peter Brindle’s Lunch Meeting. Ride in to meet at 12 Western Café Meet 11:00, Fowlers of Bristol, Harrys Cafe, 2-12
noon or later. Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3DR.

Southern Bodmin Caravan Weekend. 15 - 22 Oxford Austrian Trip.

Scottish Duncan’s Northern Gatherings. 16 E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, The Royal Oak, 31 West Green,

Yorkshire Café Meet 12:00, The Waterwheel Tearooms, Barn Barrington, Cambidgeshire, CB22 7RZ.

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Mercia Café Meet 10am, Castlewood (Kate’s) Cafe, A518, 25 - 27 Southern Mid-Week Hotel Break.
ST18 0LP. Summer breakfast meet. Often a rideout
Scottish to follow. 25 - 29 Yorkshire Yorkshire visit Austria. Four nights dinner, bed &
Ulster Breakfast €345 pp based on two sharing.call Piers
Yorkshire Lunch meet 12.30, Buccleuch Arms Hotel, High Street, for details
Southern Moffat, DG10 9ET.
Northern 26 Mercia Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,
Oxford Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church
Southern Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim. Weekly on Sunday End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU.
Ulster
E. Anglia Café Meet 12:00, How Stean Gorge Café, North of Ulster Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs,
Mercia Pately Bridge, near Lofthouse, HG3 5SF. Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim.

17 Midland Pub Meet 20:00, Drusilla’s Inn, Wigbeth, Horton, BH21 Ulster Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel,
18 7JH. Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
N. East
19 S. East Pub Meet 19:30, The Highwayman, The Highwayman, Western Tea Rooms 12:00, Old Barn Tea Rooms, Old Barn
Southern Peel, Isle of Man. Tea Rooms, Ystradgynwyn, Torpantau, Merthyr Tydfil,
20 CF48 2UT.
21 - 23 Ulster Pub Meet 18:30, The Tawny Owl, The Tawny Owl,
22 Ulster Taw Hill, North Swindon, SN25 1WR. 27 Irish Hotel 20:00, Dublin Section Meeting, West County
23 Western Hotel, Chapelizoid.
Mercia Pub Meet 20:00, The Seven Stars, The Seven Stars,
24 Northern Newark Lane, Ripley, Surrey, GU23 6DL. Northern Café meet 13:00, Mrs Miller’s, Mrs Miller’s, Hazel
25 Scottish Dene Garden Centre, Culgaith, CA10 1QF.
25 S. West Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Western Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. Oxford Pub Meet 19:00, The Red Lion, The Red Lion, Evenley,
Yorkshire Nr Brackley, NN13 5SH.
E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, Lamb & Flag, Main Street, Welney,
Cambs., PE14 9RB. Southern Pub Meet 20:00, The Half Moon, 32 London Road,
Scottish Petersfield, GU31 4BE.
Southern Meeting Place - 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,
Ulster Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church 27 - 30 Western Black & White Camping Weekend.
Vintage End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU. Meet
every Wednesday of the month. 28 - 30 Scottish Royal Deeside Gathering.
Western
Pub Meet 19:30, The Stags Head Public House, 1 Southern Camping Weekend. To be organised by Terry
Oxford High Street, Great Doddington, Northamptonshire, Hartshorn
Oxford NN29 7TQ.
Ulster 29 Mercia British Ironwork Centre.
Pub Meet 19:30, The Shoulder of Mutton, East Road,
Longhorsely, Morpeth, NE65 8SY. S. West Bob Peterson Engineering. Visit to Bob Petersen
Engineering
Pub Meet 20:00, Brookers Oast, The Hop Farm,
Beltring, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY. 30 E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, The Five Miles from Anywhere Pub,
Old School Lane, Upware, Ely, CB7 5ZR.
Café Meet 12:00, “Old Gits” @ Loomies Diner, Loomies
Diner, West Meon Hut, A32 / A272 crossroads, Ulster Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s
Hampshire. Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim. Weekly on Sunday

Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs, July
Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim. 1 Oxford Luggershall Bike Night. Section Stand

Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel, Southern Pub Meet 19:30, The Cricketers Arms, 232 Chestnut
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. Avenue, North Stoneham, Chandlers Ford, SO53
3HN.
Café Meet 12:00, Stables Tea Room, New Manor
Farm, West Harptree, Bristol, BS40 6HW. 2 Irish Hotel 20:00, Limerick, Woodfield House Hotel, Ennis
Road, Limerick.
Coventry Transport Musem.
Midland Pub Meet 19:30, The Three Kings Inn, Saltersway,
Café Meet 10.30, Great House Barn, Great House Threekingham, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 0AU.
Barn Cafe, Rivington Lane, Bolton, BL6 7SB.
Oxford Pub Meet 19:00, The Dashwood Arms, The Dashwood
Longest Day Weekend in Dornoch. Arms, Old Oxford Road, Piddington, HP14 3BH.

Canal Lock Gate Cafe. Bike Meet Bude Canal Southern Pub Meet 20:00, The Seven Stars, The Seven Stars,
Newark Lane, Ripley, Surrey, GU23 6DL.
Ride Out With Bryn. Ride is approximately 180 miles
Meet at Waitrose Abergavenny, NP7 9LL at 10.00 Ulster Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
Café Meet 12:00, The Bikers Cafe, Fimbar Road,
Fridaythorpe, Driffield, YO25 9RX. 2 - 4 Northern Camping Event.

Village Hall 10:00, Village Hall Meet, Fornham St 3 E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, The Three Tuns, Wethersfield Road,
Martin, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 1SW.Talk by Finchingfield, Essex, CM7 4NR.
Essex Fire Bikes. All welcome, non members passing
by etc. Mercia Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,
Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church
Clubhouse 12.30, Hopeville Social Club, Harlaw Road, End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU.
Inverurie, AB51 4SR. Lunch meet
N. East Community Centre 19:30, Marley Hill Community
Mike & Lesley\s Rideout. More details to follow Centre, Church Street, Marley Hill, (A692), NE16
5DW.
Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s
Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim. Weekly on Sunday S. East Pub Meet 20:00, Brookers Oast, The Hop Farm,
Beltring, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY.
Airhead Meet and Ride, North Wales. 120 mile ride
through North Wales Meet at the Ponderosa café, Southern Café Meet 12:00, “Old Gits” @ Loomies Diner, Loomies
horseshoe pass, LL20 8DR. from 0900 depart 1000. Diner, West Meon Hut, A32 / A272 crossroads,
Meet for breakfast. Finishing the day at a café near Hampshire, GU32 1JX.
Mold All models of bike welcome.
Ulster Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs,
Café Meet 12:00, Dem’s Bike Shop, Dem’s Bike Shop, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim.
West Eaton Nurseries, A44 Bromyard, Leominster,
HR6 0NA. Ulster Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel,
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
Cassington Bike Night. Cassington Bike Night
Western Pub Meet 19:00, The Lamb Inn, The Lamb Inn, Wotten
Pub Meet 20:00, The Fox and Hounds, The Fox And Road, Iron Acton, South Gloucestershire, BS37 9UZ.
Hounds, Sunnyside, Theale, Nr Reading, RG7 4BE.
4 Mercia Chas’s Chip Run 2.
Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. Western Fresh Fills Cafe Meet. Meet in the café Booking
required with the organiser For contact details or more
information see Section Website

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Yorkshire Peter Brindle’s Lunch Meeting. Ride in to meet at 12 KY13 OQG. Lunch meet
Scottish noon or later.
6 Western Ulster Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s
6-7 Duncan’s Northern Gatherings. Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim. Weekly on Sunday
7 Oxford
E. Anglia Monthly meet 11:00, Swansea Motorrad, Pheonix Way, Western Village Hall 13:30, The Hood Memorial Hall, Devauden,
8 Mercia Gamgoch, Swansea, SA4 9HN. Members welcome
9 for tea / coffee and Bickies Chepstow, NP16 6PL. On the B4293 next to the village
Midland green.
10 ACU/BMF Rally, Carterton Checkpoint. ACU/BMF
Oxford Rally, Carterton Checkpoint Yorkshire Hotel 12:00, Cubley Hall Hotel, Mortimer Road,
11 Ulster
11 - 14 Western Pub Meet 12:00, The Cricketers, Spring Lane, Penistone, S36 9DF.
12 - 14 Yorkshire Fordham Heath, Nr Colchester, CO3 9TG. 15 Southern Pub Meet 20:00, Drusilla’s Inn, Wigbeth, Horton, BH21
13 Scottish
13 - 14 E. Anglia Café Meet 10am, Barton Marina, Barton Marina, DE13 7JH.
14 Oxford 8DZ. Summer breakfast meet and a natter. Often a
Oxford rideout to follow. 16 Northern Pub Meet 19:30, The Highwayman, The Highwayman,
Ulster Peel, Isle of Man.
Yorkshire Clubhouse 12:00 to 15:00, Wollaston Cafe Racer,
Mercia BMW Wollaston, Bedford Road, Northampton, NN1 Oxford Pub Meet 18:30, The Tawny Owl, The Tawny Owl,
Mercia 5SZ. Taw Hill, North Swindon, SN25 1WR.

Mercia Ride Out Mystery Tour. Ride Out Mystery Tour Southern Pub Meet 20:00, The Seven Stars, The Seven Stars,

Northern Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s Newark Lane, Ripley, Surrey, GU23 6DL. Alternate
Southern Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim. Weekly on Sunday
Ulster Tuesdays
Ulster Llandovery Biker Weekend.
Mercia Ulster Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Midland Café Meet 11.00, The Cafe & Bistro, Thorp Arch Retail Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
Midland Park, Wetherby, LS23 7FE.
Southern 17 E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, Lamb & Flag, Main Street, Welney,
Western Meeting Place 19.30, Douglas Park Motorrad, 13 Cambs., PE14 9RB.
Yorkshire Braeview Place, East Kilbride, G74 3XH. Natter nite
Mercia Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,
Yorkshire Meeting Place 18:30, VCR Meets, . The George,
Hintlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP8 3NH (Zone 4) Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church
Mercia
E. Anglia Pub Meet 19:30, The Cherry Tree, High Street , End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU.
Irish Steventon, OX13 6RZ.
Irish Midland Pub Meet 19:30, The Stags Head Public House, 1
Northern Upton Bike Night Section Stand.
High Street, Great Doddington, Northamptonshire,
Oxford Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Scottish Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. NN29 7TQ.

Café Meet 12:00,The Route 59 Cafe, A59 Near Bolton N. East Pub Meet 19:30, The Shoulder of Mutton, East Road,
Abbey, BD23 6AF. Longhorsely, Morpeth, NE65 8SY.

Pub Meet 19:30, The Dog, Henley Road, S. East Pub Meet 20:00, Brookers Oast, The Hop Farm,
Mappleborough Green, Studley, B80 7DR.
Beltring, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY.
Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,
Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church Southern Café Meet 12:00, “Old Gits” @ Loomies Diner, Loomies
End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU.
Diner, West Meon Hut, A32 / A272 crossroads,
Pub Meet 19:00, The Clock Warehouse, The Clock
Warehouse , London Road, Shardlow, Derbys , DE72 Hampshire.
2GL.
Ulster Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs,
Meeting Place 13:00, Settle Market Place, Settle
Market Place, BD24 9ED. Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim.

Fish & Chip Meet. Ulster Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel,
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs,
Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim. Western Café Meet 12:00, Stables Tea Room, New Manor

Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel, Farm, West Harptree, Bristol, BS40 6HW.
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.
18 Northern Café Meet 10.30, Great House Barn, Great House
Manchester Science & Industry Museum.
Barn Cafe, Rivington Lane, Bolton, BL6 7SB.
Pub Meet 19:30, The Old Reindeer, Main Street,
Edingley, Notts, NG22 8BE. 20 Midland Bomber Command ride-out.

Mid-week Ride-in. Scottish Duncan’s Northern Gatherings.

Pub Meet 20:00, The Half Moon, 32 London Road, Western Café Meet 11:00, Fowlers of Bristol, Harrys Cafe,
Petersfield, GU31 4BE.
2 - 12 Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3DR.
Brecon Beacons Camping Weekend.
Western Ride Out with Ade Pavey. Meet at the Lamb Inn
Kettlewell Camping. Tents and small camper vans. BS37 9UZ at 10.00 Ride Out is a tour of the chalks
Sorry no motorhomes or caravans. £8 ppn plus £3 of Wiltshire and Dorset Approximately 120 miles with
per bike or £5 per car or van. Book direct with the site. a stop for refreshments For more information see
Section Website
Café Meet 12:00, The Waterwheel Tearooms, Barn
Hill Farm, Howden, (on A63 NW of Howden), DN14 21 E. Anglia Pub Meet 12:00, The Royal Oak, 31 West Green,
7JP. Barrington, Cambidgeshire, CB22 7RZ.

VMCC 1000 BIKES. Mercia Café Meet 10am, Castlewood (Kate’s) Cafe, A518,

Pub Meet 12:00, The Crown Hotel, Crown Road, ST18 0LP. Summer breakfast meet. Often a rideout
Mudford, Thetford, IP26 5HQ.
to follow.
Meeting Place 11:00, North West Meeting, Coffey’s
Coffee Shop, Carrick on Shannon, Sligo. Scottish Luch meet 12.30, Buccleuch Arms Hotel, High Street,

Hotel 10:00, Dublin ride-out, The Lucan Spa Hotel. Moffat, DG10 9ET.

Village Hall 13:00, Knowle Green Village Hall, Knowle Southern Erica‘s Rideout. More details to follow, but the ride will
Green Village Hall, Clitheroe Road, Knowle Green, probably be to Sammy Miller‘s Ladies Day
Perston, PR3 2YQ.
Ulster Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s
Ride Out Mystery Tour. Ride Out Mystery Tour Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim.

Café Meet 12.00, Powmill Milk Bar, Rumbling Bridge, Yorkshire Café Meet 12:00, How Stean Gorge Café, North of

Pately Bridge, near Lofthouse, HG3 5SF.

23 Oxford Pub Meet 20:00, The Fox and Hounds, The Fox And
Hounds, Sunnyside, Theale, Nr Reading, RG7 4BE.

Ulster Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.

24 Mercia Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,

Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church

End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU.

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Ulster Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs, Ulster Meeting Place 19:00, Corr’s Corner Evening Runs,
Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim. Ulster Corr’s Corner Hotel, Glengormley, Co Antrim.

Ulster Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel, Ride out 19:00, Wednesday Rides, Corrs Corner Hotel,
Newtownabbey, Co Antrim. Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.

Western Tea Rooms 12:00, Old Barn Tea Rooms, Old Barn
Tea Rooms, Ystradgynwyn, Torpantau, Merthyr Tydfil,
CF48 2UT.

25 Irish Hotel 20:00, Dublin Section Meeting, West County
Hotel, Chapelizoid.

Mercia Dave’s Wales Trip.

Northern Café meet 13:00, Mrs Miller’s, Mrs Miller’s, Hazel
Dene Garden Centre, Culgaith, CA10 1QF.

Oxford Pub Meet 19:00, The Red Lion, The Red Lion, Evenley,
Nr Brackley, NN13 5SH.

Southern Pub Meet 20:00, The Half Moon, 32 London Road,
Petersfield, GU31 4BE.

27 Oxford Calne Bike Night Section Stand.

Scottish Ron’s RTE Saturday lunch meets.

Yorkshire Café Meet 12:00, The Bikers Cafe, Fimbar Road,
Fridaythorpe, Driffield, YO25 9RX.

28 E. Anglia Café Meet 10:00, Cannon Motorcycles Cafe meet, 2
Crittall Road, Witham, Essex, CM8 3DR.

Scottish Clubhouse 12.30, Hopeville Social Club, Harlaw Road,
Inverurie, AB51 4SR. Lunch meet

Ulster Meeting Place 11:00, Corr’s Corner Hotel, Corr’s
Corner, Glengormley, Co Antrim.

Western Café Meet 12:00, Dem’s Bike Shop, Dem’s Bike Shop,
West Eaton Nurseries, A44 Bromyard, Leominster,
HR6 0NA.

29 National Cadwell Park Track Day.

30 Southern Pub Meet 20:00, The Seven Stars, The Seven Stars,
Newark Lane, Ripley, Surrey, GU23 6DL.

Ulster Ride out 11:00, Tuesday Summer Runs, Corrs Corner
Hotel, Newtownabbey, Co Antrim.

31 Mercia Meeting Place 09:30, Hoar Park. The Craft Village,
Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Church
End, Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warks, CV10 0QU.

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East Anglia we’re delighted with and I’ll give you a full report next month.
Hopefully you will have the journal ahead of the Air Head Weekend in Lough
By now all members should have received and read the email from me regard- Rea Yacht Club, Athlone. It’s a great venue and has been held there for a
ing taking over the Social Secretary role from Kieron. Keiron did a great job or- number of years. Options to camp or nearby B&Bs and day trippers also wel-
ganising the 2019 diary and I won’t be messing about with it as such. However, come. Organised by Fran McCarthy who has a great love and knowledge of
I’ve got some ideas from myself and people I’ve been speaking to over the last Air Heads. Helped by his wife Dee along with Laura Townsend who organise
couple of days. salads etc for the BBQ. Bring your own meat and everything else is provided
When there is a meeting in the northern area of the Section, I’ll try and organise for a small contribution per head. Fran has some good speakers lined up as
a meeting in the southern area and of course vice versa. This will enable you always. Well worth a look on the 3rd weekend in June 14&15th. Don’t forget our
members to either travel to the one furthest or nearest to your home. Obviously Thatch Rally in Hotel Kilmore, Dublin Rd., Cavan in September and the North
not every meeting will be targeted like this and we’ll see how it goes. A map West Hotel Weekend in The Twin Trees Hotel, Ballina 3rd weekend in October.
tour quiz where you need find places and eventually a destination. Summer Book early as spaces are limited.
weekday evening meets. Rideins to places of interest, and ladies, I need to I had the pleasure of attending the National AGM at Dunchurch, Rugby, UK.
hear from you as to what you would like. No shopping trips with the partners A pleasant meeting that went off without a hitch and with the same committee
wallet please! The main thing is talk to me about the Social scene and not the members going forward this year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank
typewriter keyboard please. them for their Trojan work throughout the year.
So what has happened in April and in May? (This is weird writing ahead of I would like to thank all who organise the ride outs and all of you who attend
yourself!) them. That’s what makes it fun and worthwhile.
The April pub meets have gone well, except the one at Barrington which is Well that’s it from me. I’m off to Nethy Bridge in Bonny Scotland in the morn-
being dropped as the place is not ideal. Another venue in that area is being ing with the Ulster Section followed by a few days with family in Glasgow. So
sourced as I write. The Village Hall meet seems to be gathering momentum as until next time, remember some of the best memories are made from the most
the last one at Fornham St James pulled in a good crowd and all stayed until insane ideas!
the end chatting and eating all the bickies before I could get at them! It’s a good Safe riding,
idea as you can attend and meet Committee members and discuss any issues
you feel are relevant. Pat
The Section Eastern Tour apparently was a very good time over there in Bel-
gium. Several members had trouble trying to get the Belgium beer into their Irish Section Contacts and Regular Meets
panniers and there is a plethora of discarded clothes on the route back to Cal- Secretary: Pat Munnelly. 086 338 3499. [email protected]
ais. Hopefully one of the participants will place an article in the Journal for all Membership Secretary: Miffy Hoad. 087 9109661. irish.membership@bmw-
to read. clubuk.net
By the time you read this the regular meets will have happened and the bi- Social Secretary: Sean O’Briain. Tel: 00353 87 2680120. sean.wiseeng@
monthly Village Hall meet will have happened in April and May plus in May the gmail.com
bimonthly meet at Cannons BMW and the Stonham Barns Motorcycle Show, 1st Tuesday 20.00: Limerick meeting Woodfield House Hotel, Ennis Road, Lim-
hopefully with a good result of attendance as should all the regular meets now erick. Fran McCarthy 00353 876751673. [email protected]
the sun seems to have found out where it should shine (no, not there!!) 2nd Sunday, 10.00 March- November: Dublin ride-out, meet at The Lucan Spa
What’s coming up? Well the Journal diary will tell you all. For June there is the Hotel. Sean O’Briain – As above
Mark Handley led Normandy Tour from 1 to 8 with some 50 or so members 2nd Sunday 11.00: North West meeting. Coffey’s Coffee shop, Carrick on Shan-
attending, a VCR meet at The Crown Hotel in Mundford, Thetford IP26 5HQ non. Contact Pat Munnelly – As above
on Tuesday 11th at 7pm, a change to their programme, and at the Village Hall Last Thursday 20.00: Dublin meeting, West County Hotel. Sean O’Briain – As
meet at Fornham St Martin, Bury St Edmunds, IP31 1SW on Sunday 23rd the above
Essex Fire Bike lads are coming over to chat and discuss their role in biker
safety, riding techniques etc and don’t forget, the courses they hold are Free! London
There is a 5th Sunday in the month so I’ll be looking for a venue or event for all.
In July we have a Cadwell Park track day on the 29th, a chance for a safe blast London Section Contacts and Regular Meets
and on 4 August the Museum of Power Show at Langford, Maldon, contact Secretary: John Lynch, 166 Chaulden Lane, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 2BT
Mike Davies for info and for arranging your bike on the stall. 01442 267694/ 07860 663092 [email protected]
I’ll be working to try and find venues that will suit the majority, but of course Membership Secretary: As Above
everybody is an individual and not everything meets their ideas. Send me your Social Secretary: Peter Jones 07762 205 660 or 01923 270 838 peter.jones@
thoughts at the Social Secretary email address and I’ll look into them. bovingdon.org
Section meets are as rideouts and are irregular. Please see the website and
Ian Sparks The Journal Diary for meets.

East Anglia Section Contacts and Regular Meets Mercia
Secretary: Dik Langan 6 Hazel Rise, Claydon, Ipswich, IP6 0DB 07906 584
676 or 0845 003 688 046 [email protected] April brings the summer schedule and first meet at Barton Marina. This is a
Membership Secretary: As Above popular venue and 25 members swelled the already busy cafe to bursting point,
Social Secretary: Ian Sparks eastanglia,social@bmwclubuk - Cliff Batley half of which seemed to be an outing of the Kennel Club! Service is never
07966015607 [email protected] quick but worth it when it finally arrives. Later in the week 8 of us went on a run
1st Sunday: 12.00, The Cricketers, Spring Lane, Fordham Heath, Colchester, to the International Bomber Command Centre in Lincoln. Weather was good
CO3 9TG and we had a trouble free trip. On arrival the approach and parking could be
1st Wednesday: 12.00, The Three Tunns, Weathersfield Rd, Finchingfield, more 2 wheel friendly and care is needed. The exhibition is on two levels and
Essex, CM7 4NR consists of short film clips, written info and actor monologues also a month
2nd Sunday: 12.00 noon, The Crown Hotel, Crown Road, Mundford, Thetford. by month rolling account of bombing activity and concentrations which to be
IP26 5HQ frank after a few minutes is somewhat boring. All very well produced but not
2nd Tuesday: VCR meet April onwards see diary of events for details very inspiring especially at £7.20 concession! Outside there is a memorial for
3rd Sunday: 12.00, The Royal Oak, 31 West Green, Barrington, Cambridgeshire. fallen crew which is part of a guided free tour. Staff are helpful and friendly,
CB22 7RZ the cafe spacious and clean. However the centre lacks any real impact and
3rd Wednesday: 12.00, The Lamb and Flag, Main Street, Welney, Wisbech, surely a visitor would expect to see at least one bomber. Not a venue to be
Cambridgeshire, PE14 9RB recommended.
4th Sunday: Cannon’s and Village Hall meets please see diary of events for April 13th brought the Nat. AGM at Dunchurchonce again, a good venue. We
details met at Donington Services and on arrival at 0845hrs it seemed there would be
5th Sundays: 12.00, Five Miles from Anywhere, Old, School Lane, Ely. CB7 5ZR 50 of us heading south! Alas 44 were on a run to the Yonderman Cafe in the
Peak District-good choice! We took the direct route, M1;A426 and arrived in
Irish good time for a hot drink, sticky bun and settled down for a good natter, all very
convivial. At the check in one member found out they had not renewed their
Hi all. This year is flying by and the weather hasn’t been so bad. I hope I’m not membership, it’s an age thing! Attendance was about d110 of which 11 were
jinxing it! Mercia. Nothing seriously contentious was raised, though officer reports varied
All is going to plan so far with great venues for events, thanks to Sean. By the in both information and quality. There was a good exchange of opinions during
time you are reading this our Boreen Run will be over. It’s booked out which the’Member Working Party’ report who consider their views are not given

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adequate time and credence by the NC. National Officers were voted enblock. The Avenue, Exton,Oakham,Rutland, LE15 8AH
One highlight was the DVLA officer Robert Freeman who was as engaging, 2nd Thursday 19.30: The Old Reindeer, Main St., Edingley Notts, NG22 8DE.
informative and entertaining as usual. Dik Langan after twenty minutes or so 3rd Wednesday 19.30: The Stags Head,1 High St, Great Doddington. NN29
did manage to prise the mic. from his hand. Good stuff! Overall a well organised 7TQ
event and credit to all those involved.
Sunday 21st was an absolute scorcher and everyone who had two wheels North East
seemed to be out. Castle wood cafe was the breakfast meet and needless to
say it was busy with the biking fraternity. After fueling up Alan took us on one of By the time you read this month’s section news, a lot of good events will have
his exceedingly good runs and 40 miles later we arrived at Overwater Marina, happened and looking at the diary; the Rob Roy hotel weekend, Philip Gray’s
New Hall nr Nantwich. Although busy we secured a table and discussed Boston aeroplanes weekend, The Ride to the Wall (RTTW) and the BMF rally
BREXIT over a brew, only kidding. A lovely day to be out and about with mates has been and gone. I will be looking forward to hearing back from these events
on bikes. Look at the website diary for future events. Hope to see you out and and sharing with you accounts of hopefully a great time. But for June, it’s back
about. to our ride-outs in various forms for you. On Wednesday 12th June, Peter Da-
vidson will be leading his Lucky Few run to The Teviot Smokery, leaving The
Charlie Hall Shop at Belsay at 10am. Tim Gorman will be following on Sunday 16th June
with a Wander from Wolviston, meeting at Wolviston Services at 9:45am, to
Mercia Section Contacts and Regular Meets leave at 10am. And last, but not least, Billy Clark will be meeting at The Angel
Secretary: Keith Jackson, 213 Morley Road, Oakwood, Derby DE21- 4TB. of the North at 7pm for his Fish and Chip ‘Salad’ run on Friday 28th June.
01332 668159 & 07855 451805. Email: [email protected] Into July, Graham Walker will be leading his ride to the Craven Museum in York
Membership Secretary: As Above on Sunday 7th July. He will be leaving Bowburn Services at 10am. Moving on
Social Secretary: Charlie Hall, Email: [email protected] to more food and drink, you are invited to our Section BBQ at my house on
Every Wednesday, 09.30: Hoar Park, The Craft Village, Nuneaton Road, Saturday 13th July from 2pm. Please can you email me at the address below,
Church End, CV10 0QU for breakfast. and let me know if you are coming so I can get numbers for catering. More
1st Sunday, 10.00: Barton Marina DE13 8DZ importantly, if you have any dietary requirements that we need to know about
2nd Wednesday, 19.00: The Clock Warehouse, London Road, Shardlow, DE72 too.I will let you know my address in response to your email, and if you are at
2GL. a Natter Night, ask me there.
2nd Wednesday, 19.30: The Dog, Henley Road, Mappleborough Green, Studley, Moving on to the website. I have managed to catch up and get the diary of
B80 7DR. events logged onto the section website now and with the biking season well
3rd Sunday, 10.00: Castlewood Café ST18 0LP underway, I am in need of more content to make our website more interest-
ing and hopefully this will attract more members. If you are going away on a
Midland trip, home or abroad, how about writing a piece for me with pics so I can post
them up on the section website. If you are reading this and instantly say ‘But I
As I sit writing the news for this month’s journal, a Bank Holiday is on the hori- am no good at that sort of thing’, have a look at the article on the website Phil
zon but, unfortunately, the rain clouds don’t seem to have received the memo! Oughtred gave me last year following his trip with Philip Gray to Boston Aero-
Let’s hope things improve and we can all get out and enjoy the fresh air. Having planes Weekend 2018. Tell us how your trip went. Where did you go? What did
said that, during April some did manage to get out and about enjoying them- you see? Any interesting places of interest? Hotels you could recommend? Or
selves: not. Any challenges that needed to be overcome? Etc.
I am going to the Isle of Man for the TT this year for the first time, and I will be
2nd April the now ‘Famous Five + 1’, putting something up. Hopefully it will inspire you to fire the computer up and
took themselves off to the IWM Dux- send me something of your adventures. I would also be really interested to
ford. have some tech articles. Work you have carried out on your bike, an accessory
10th April the ‘mid-week’ ride out troop you bought and how it has helped. If you have any questions, let me know.
were on two wheels again as they rode That’s it for me this month. Ride safe and I will see you soon.
off to Buckinghamshire Railway Cen-
tre, Aylesbury. Bradley Gane
25th April Saw more beautiful weather
to be out on two wheels as a group took North East Section Contacts and Regular Meets
a ride from Jack’s Hill Cafe to Ashridge Secretary: Simon Johnston, c/o 24 Stone Row, North Broomhill, Morpeth,
Park via some very agricultural roads NE65 9UE 07702 709063 [email protected]
courtesy of Jim! Membership Secretary: As Above
Now, by the time you read this, those of Social Secretary: Bradley Gane [email protected]
the Section spending a couple of days 1st Wednesday, 19.30: Marley Hill Community Centre, Church Street, Marley
Hill (A692) NE16 5DW.
meandering along winding roads to 3rd Wednesday, 19.30: The Shoulder of Mutton, East Rd, Longhorsley, Mor-
The Museum of Army Flying at Middle peth, NE65 8SY. 01670 788236.
Wallop, then on to Poole Bike Night All run start points are printed in the Diary. Please contact the ride leader if
and finally The Sammy Miller Motor- there is any doubt.
cycle Museum will all have enjoyed
their Trip and in good weather too, I Northern
hope! Having visited the latter over
Easter, I can honestly say it’s worth From Harvey Garton. Our group on the Isle of Man have arranged a Social
the trip. Gathering from 12 noon on Mad Sunday, 2nd June, at the Raven, adjacent
Other events ticked off in the diary will to Ballaugh Bridge. This will be a similar event to the successful one we ran
be the Barn Farm Camping Weekend and the Wollaston BMW Bikes Section a few years ago at the same venue. All BMW Club Members on the Island for
BBQ. The Company for all these events is always good but the nice weather the TT are welcome to join us, as indeed is anyone with an interest in BMW
just gives things an extra shine. motorcycles. Food will be available to buy at the Raven whilst the event is on.
Our Cafe Racer Meet, 1st Sunday each month continues to grow in popularity I have arranged for local publicity for the event and which, hopefully includes
with more and more attendees arriving on bikes now that the weather is bright- the TT programme.
ening up. It’s always good to see people (both regulars, as well as new) coming Vince Mcgrath has organised a rideout in North Wales for the 23rd of June. See
along to these informal gatherings. The Journal Diary for details.
10th to 21st June Dordogne Trip. Static Caravans now fully booked. Camping Mike Gibson’s March Run Report. The first run of the year saw 15 bikes (includ-
is still available. Contact Norman & Kath Piff (07702 176806) ing new member, Paul, and a guest Philip) leave Devil’s Bridge and head into
Don’t forget to keep an eye on the adverts in The Journal and Face book page
for forthcoming, as well as ad hoc events, rideouts, etc.

Cath Broughton

Midland Section Contacts and Regular Meets
Secretary: Kevan Stevenson 8 Meden Road, Mansfield Woodhouse, NG19
8JJ 01623 479 152 [email protected]
Membership Secretary: As Above
Social Secretary: Cath Broughton 17 Strawberry Hill,Northampton NN3 5HL.
[email protected]
1st Tuesday 19.30: The Three Kings, Saltersway, Threekingham, Lincs NG34
0AU, 01529 240249.
1st Sunday All Year Round 12.00: Wollaston Cafe Racer, BMW Wollaston, Bed-
ford Road, Northhampton.NN1 5SZ
2nd Sunday October to March 12.00-15.00: Barnsdale Gardens Tea Rooms,

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the Lakes. Following a coffee break at the Wateredge Hotel in Ambleside, we Alfred’s Tower there was an unexpect-
continued northwards to Grasmere. Here, the Red Bank road (pass) took us ed bonus: it was open to visitors. The
over into Great Langdale, and the road back towards Ambleside. Before getting Tower is over 1,000 ft with 205 steps,
tangled in the town, we joined the Hawkshead road as far as a minor road that we certainly felt the climb in motorcy-
led past the Drunken Duck Hotel towards Tarn Hows. Climbing up a more mi- cle gear, the views from the top were
nor lane we were rewarded with some fine views over the tarn to the Langdale fantastic. It was a short but scenic ride
Pikes. Daffodils by the roadside helped to brighten the mood, as well. Dropping to the Bath Arms for lunch. The return
down from the tarn, we arrived in Coniston to pick up the road to Torver, and our route was mostly on smaller roads.
lunch stop at Wilson’s Arms. After a leisurely meal, we carried on to Broughton- April 19th Charity Berkshire Egg Run
in-Furness to join the A595. This, the A5092 and the A590 led us eastwards to Dave Tomlinson -The Egg Run is or-
Newby Bridge and the climb up the Gummers Howe road. Descending into the
Winster valley, we then joined the Lyth valley road; just to let the bikes breathe ganised by the Thames Vale Vultures
a bit, you understand! Back on to the A590, at Gilpin Bridge, for a short distance Motorcycle Group, and is now in its
we next found the A6. Now riding southwards, we avoided Carnforth in favour 14th year. Last year 500 riders col-
of the B6254 (again, to let the bikes exercise their lungs) for the return to Kirkby lected in excess of 7,000 eggs. Four
Lonsdale. A round trip of about 100 miles. I trust the two ‘new’ boys enjoyed thousand eggs have already been col-
the day, and that Philip might join the club. (I slipped him a plastic card with the lected for this Easter’s event, thanks to
club’s contact details, a bit of ‘missionary’ work!) customers and staff at ASDA in Lower
More from Mike with his April Run Report. Annoyingly, the weather forecast Earley. The eggs will be distributed to
wasn’t far out! Descending to Devil’s Bridge on my way there I ran into some children with the help of The Loddon
mist. As others arrived at the start, the mist turned to snow. Hmm, what to do? Vale Rotary Club and the Southcote
Cancel the run? My plan for the day was going pear-shaped. A suggestion from Children’s Hub. Thames Vale Vultures’
John seemed to be feasible, go to the Lakeland Motor museum for a coffee Colin Hawkins, 54, who was born and raised in Reading but now lives in Brack-
and see what happens. Duly taken on board, we set off in high (?) hopes. The nell, said: “We started the group 15 to 16 years ago to show the nice face of
conditions did improve slightly, the snow stopped and we arrived at Backbar- biking. “We saw the Reading Toy Run helping children at Christmas but there
row in fine, but still cold weather. Warmed by the coffee, and slabs of mixed was nothing like that in Easter, so we decided that was what we were going
berry shortbread we then headed along the ‘Holker mosses’ road to Cartmel. to do. What can we say except a huge thank you to everyone who supported
Through the village, and onwards we stopped for lunch at the Gilpin Bridge the Egg Run this year. A fantastic amount of bikes (over 800 we’re told), lots of
Inn, just off the A590. By now warmed up again, we rode up the Lyth valley familiar faces and lots of new ones. An amazing amount of Eggs (6899), and a
road to the junction into Crosthwaite village. Further along, a minor lane led us nice warm feeling at the end!
southwards, through Brigsteer and Levens villages to rejoin the A590. We fol- Sat Nav Event Steve Moxey - BMW Navigator V, VI Top Tips guides available
lowed this eastwards to pick up lanes through small villages to Oxenholme on so that members can get a copy for a £5 donation to Thames Valley Air Ambu-
the outskirts of Kendal. From here, the ‘back road’ to Kirkby Lonsdale formed lance and £1.50 postage, a very good cause to support. Don’t forget to make a
the return leg. By now the morning’s snow had melted, and the sun had put in note of the dates from the trifold calendar that you wish to attend into your dia-
an appearance. A short run, but at least we had salvaged something from the ries, we will also be updating the website regularly and posting on Facebook.
day. My original plan had been to go over Kirkstone pass and down through the
Lakes, not really possible given the snow on the fells! Dave Tomlinson
Rivington attracted thirteen for brunch, so nice to sit outside in the sunshine.
Culgaith Lunch Meet inspired ten to get on their bikes and ride including three Oxford Section Contacts and Regular Meets
from Scotland as shown in the picture. A nice surprise to see Drew Nicholson Secretary: Geoff Clough [email protected]
and Nigel MacDonald so an immediate international event. Could anyone at- Membership Secretary: Rosemary Hicks, 15 Orchard Rise, Chesterton,
tending the June Culgaith lunch please call Dennis Brown in advance on 01697 Bicester. OX6 1US. 01869 240529. [email protected]
747038 so that space can be reserved in the cafe. Phil Cosgrove’s choc and Social Secretary: Dave Tomlinson, 07554 033284 Email: dave.tomlinson@
cheese run at the end of April was a superb day out for the 13 of us on 9 bikes bmwoxford.com
who participated, an intricate route taking in some of the north’s lesser known 1st Tuesday, 19.00: The Dashwood Arms, Old Oxford Road, Piddington HP14
and challenging roads. Phil has a knack for plotting a stimulating circuit. 3BH
2nd Tuesday, 19.30: The Cherry Tree, High Street, Steventon, OX13 6RZ
Robert Harrison 3rd Tuesday 18.30: The Tawny Owl, Taw Hill, North Swindon SN25 1WR
4th Wednesday 20.00: The Fox and Hounds at Sunnyside, Theale, Nr
Northern Section Contacts and Regular Meets Reading, RG7 4BE.
Secretary: Ms Lynn Sumner, 63 Moss Lane, Leyland, Preston. PR25 4XA. 4th Thursday 19.00: The Rose and Crown, Main Street, Charlton, Banbury,
01772 431 324 [email protected] OX17 3DP
Membership Secretary: As Above 2nd Sundays 14.00 (Winter): Uffington Village Hall, Oxfordshire, SN7 7RA.
Social Secretary: Robert Harrison 01257 793 209 northern.social@bmwclu-
buk.net Scottish
2nd Wednesday, 13.00: Settle Market Place BD24 9ED. Barry Warner 01617
611 702. Here we are the end of April and we have just had a few days of really good
2nd Sunday November to March, 13.00: Rixton Community Hall, Manchester warm weather. I have de-cluttered and tidied my shed, Jim and Bruce tackled
Rd, Rixton, Warrington. WA3 6JZ the garage for the second time in a few months. It is absolutely amazing the
2nd Sunday April to October, 13.00: Knowle Green Village Hall, Clitheroe Road, amount of, will I say rubbish, you collect and move from home to home over
Knowle Green, Preston, PR3 2YQ. 52 years. Bruce has finally got his R100R back on the road after nearly a year.
3rd Tuesday, 19.30: The Highwayman, Peel, Isle of Man. Harvey Garton 01624 He had a cracked brake disc and decided while he was changing that to take
625140. the front end apart and refurbish it. Mind you it was only on the road a day for
Penultimate Thursday 10.30: Great House Barn Cafe, Rivington Lane, Bolton, it’s MOT. The backend is now in bits getting shot blasted so it looks as good as
BL6 7SB. Bob Harrison 01257 793209 the front. The plan is to have it all back together again in time for the Show in
Peterborough on 18 & 19 May.
Oxford Powmill lunch meet April 14th: Keith reports there were 13 of us at Powmill to-
day. It was dry if a little bit cold. Usual suspects from Aberdeen, Falkirk, Grang-
April 13th, AGM Steve Moxey - Thanks to Geoff Clough for a very pleasant run emouth, Perth, Biggar and Edinburgh. Took my Royal Enfield Himalayan which
caused a fair bit of interest in the car park. Might have to do a “Tom Campbell”
today to the AGM at Dunchurch. Oxford section had 29 members at the AGM and stick some BMW badges on it.
5 Scottish Section members attended the National AGM in Dunchurch. Nothing
the highest of any section, well done to those who made it. Ian Dobie presided of note to report.
Ron’s first Ride to Eat of the year was to Poppies near Oban a favourite stop-
over a well-run meeting and Colin Bembridge got an award for his work with ping place for Ron. Keith, Duncan and Paul joined Ron and Jo. Jim and I had
planned to go but the man virus kept us at home.
sidecars so overall a very reasonable day. PS Nick Dingwall celebrated his As always please check for latest news or information, if there is any, on our
website www.thebmwclub.org.uk/scottish/, the Forum or Scottish Facebook
83rd birthday and rode his F800GT to the meeting at a very good pace! page
Ride safe
April 14th SNR to Sammy Millers Museum Steve Moxey - Many thanks to Ann
Judy
& Noel Robertson for a great ride out through the back roads of Dorset and the
Scottish Section Contacts and Regular Meets
New Forest to Sammy Millers Museum, we will definitely be riding that route Secretary: Marjorie Burnett, Crawick Lea, Glasgow Road, Sanquahar, DG4
6BZ 01659 50091 [email protected]
again. There were six bikes on the ride, and we were joined by more members

at the museum. The Royal Enfield owners club were having an event at Sammy

Millers and there were several of the new 650cc Interceptors, which brought

back fond memories of my 700cc Constellation.

April 16th SNR Alfred’s Tower, Stourhead Steve Moxey - Many thanks to Andy

Barrett, Steve Murray and Dave Tomlinson for coming on the SNR to Alfred’s

Tower at Stourhead. The ride was 135 miles, with some more to get to the start

point, and covered some very nice roads near Stourhead. When we arrived at

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Membership Secretary: As Above bmwclubuk.net
Social Secretary: Judy Lepley 01592 874 592 social@thebmwclubscottish. 1st/3rd Wednesdays, 20.00: Brookers Oast, The Hop Farm, Beltring, Paddock
com Wood, Tonbridge, TN12 6PY.
2nd Sunday, 12.00: Powmill Milk Bar, Rumbling Bridge, KY13 OQG. 2nd Wednesday, 10.30: Cooper, North Farm Industrial Estate, Longfield Rd,
2nd Monday, 19.30: Douglas Park Motorrad, 13 Braeview Place, East Kilbride, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 3UE
G74 3XH. Ron Gow. [email protected] 4th Wednesday 10.30 Knights Garden Centre, Godstone, Rh9 8DB (April to
3rd Sunday, 12.30: Buccleuch Arms Hotel, High Street, Moffat DG10 9ET. September)
4th Sunday, 12.30: Hopeville Social Club, Harlaw Road, Inverurie, AB51 4SR.
South West
South East
The meet on the 5 April at the Chequered Flag nice to see number growing
June is a busy month Diary wise. Cliff and Julie Cakebread’s run departs as we had 8 members attended all but one on a bike, so the weather must be
from Godstone Duck Pond on the 2nd at 10am heading for The Riverside Tea improving, the grub OK, a very bike orientated cafe so all good, see you all
Rooms, Amberley. The 9th is “High Tea” with Kevin & Denise Goldfinch. The again next time, Don
day starts with Brunch at Millbrook Garden Centre Staplehurst at 11am (run Tuesday 9 April our regular monthly meet at The Engine House 16 or so
leaving at 1pm). “Brian’s Brainteaser” is at Club Night on the 19th, should be members attended most on bikes, usual good food, due to its popularity Phil
fun! Summer Midweek run from Knights Garden Centre, Godstone is on the has decided to book a large table to make sure we can all sit close, thanks for
26th. Dave Deacon’s revised “Fish & Chips” run is on Saturday 29th departing coming see you all next time.
Maidstone Services (petrol) at 10.30am. Sammy Miller ride
Despite a cold start to the day we set off from Exeter Services promptly at
Eight members including Paul Ashby 9.00am and headed of to Hampshire. On route patiently waiting for us on
and Paul and Marion Matchett (from the A35 at Raymonds Hill others then joined us. We arrived at the museum
the Southern Section) gathered for around 11.30 and found a mix of motorcycles already on site. Everything from
breakfast at the Royal Oak, Wrotham modern Royal Enfields and BMWs to vintage race bikes. By now the tem-
on a rather dull day the 7th April. perature had increased to a heady 10 degrees, the on site cafe beckoned for
Unfortunately, Paul was unable to a hot drink. Once refreshed we toured the museum looking at a vast range of
do the run so Keith stepped in. Paul motorcycles, some familiar others rather obscure and a few one off specials.
waived us off our destination being The Sammy Miller was on site and stopped for a brief talk, the topic was motor-
Gatwick Aviation Museum. Paul found cycles, now there’s a surprise.
a real gem! The museum was not very This was the first visit to New Milton and the museum for some, they all
big but we had a very interesting two vowed to return for at least another visit and make a more in depth study of
hour guided tour by Ashley who was the exhibits. To do it justice anyone having a serious interest in motorcycle
very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. The aircraft were post WWII 1950’s history would need to spend a full day here.
and 1960’s many from the “Cold War” era. The time was getting on when we After over 2 hours touring the museum exhibits we adjourned to the cafe for
came out and rain clouds were forming so it was decided that we should make further refreshments before heading west and the journey home. A cold but
our way home rather than push our luck with the weather. Thanks Keith for dry day and a memorable experience for all, thank you for joining me. Les
volunteering we had a lovely ride. Madge
Over twenty members met at Cooper on the 10th for our regular monthly run.
Alan and Linda Thomas led the group out through very picturesque Kent villages Easter camping
and on to a route through the Ashdown Forest, vibrant with the stunning colours We were made very welcome as
of the Forest in spring. Our lunch was at Tottingworth Farm in East Sussex, always by Ginny and Martin at their
where several members stocked up with their noted award winning sausages campsite at Blue Hills, St. Agnes,
and steak. Most of the group joined the afternoon ride back to Kent and enjoyed Cornwall for our 3 day Easter Rally.
tea and cake in the sunshine at Lillies Cafe, Rolvenden (one of our favourite 13 members turned out on a variety
tea stops) after which we all made our own way home. We were particularly of bikes and a camper van. We also
pleased to welcome new member Tony Revell and Chris Ives a long existing had a surprise mystery visitor. On
member out on his first run for a considerable time and John Freeman from Saturday some went down to the last
the East Anglia Section, John hope you managed to get back to Chelmsford in stage of the Lands End Trial which is
time! Thanks to Alan and Linda for leading. but a short walk from the campsite,
We had a small selective group at Club Night on the 17th. In total thirteen if a little steep and others stayed on
took part in John’s Quiz. As usual he came up with a cracker only seventeen site to enjoy the gorgeous weather.
questions but varied topics. The prizes of Easter Eggs went to Dave Deacon On Sunday Phil took a ride out around Cornwall, dodging the holiday traffic
(who got all 17 correct) and Rose Warner. with his knowledge of local roads. Thanks to Phil for organising it and Jon for
Wednesday the 24th was our first Summer Midweek Run from Knights Garden taking his campervan for Jim who was not quite fit enough yet to ride long
Centre, Godstone. Keith and I could not make it so Ian Campbell’s report follows distance, and of course to everyone for coming.
“Daryl Hebdon offered to lead the run to The Forrester’s Inn at Farnham. Nine Ride safely, Jim
bikes assembled for the start and the heavens opened as we left. Not deterred Lynmouth Fish and Chips
we started off on the 64 mile route and were rewarded in a few miles by the The gale force winds kept some away from Lynmouth for our fish and chip
rain stopping for the rest of the day. He picked a great route with little traffic and meet, I’m sure, but at least the rain stayed away too. So Don, Dave and I
we all managed to stay together without needing the “drop off” system. Drama parked by the river and had a short walk through the shops to the Exmoor
at 50 miles when Tony Fisher reported his alternator light was on. We decided National Park Centre Cafe for lunch. There are superb views of the bay and
the best course of action was to reach the pub and call the AA. Had to wait a cliffs from here and the sea was wild.
while for the meals as the staff were short handed but the food made up for it. Afterwards we rode along the narrow lanes and some tricky hairpin bends
The AA arrived and Tony and “Black Bess” were whisked away. We returned by following the coast through the Valley of the Rocks, Lee Bay, Woody Bay,
the same route and riders departed as they needed. In all a good day’s riding”. Hunter’s Inn, then Combe Martin and on to see Verity, the controversial statue
Thanks to Daryl for leading and Ian for making notes. at Ilfracombe harbour. The wind didn’t cause us any problems. Don won the
What a fantastic show on the 28th twenty two members met at the 1066 Cafe longest distance tenner having ridden about 150 miles by the time he got
for lunch including George Barlow, Brian and Margaret Shears who came in back home.
their cars. We were once again joined by Paul and Marion Matchett from the Coming up in June we have on Wednesday 5th 7.30pm a Fish and Chip meet
Southern Section, hope to see you both again soon. Among our throng was at The Coddy Shack near Looe Cornwall. Tuesday 11th the monthly meet at
Dean Ash a new member on his first Club Run. Welcome to the Club Dean we the Engine House. The Slimbridge Rally running from 13th to the 19th see
hope to see you again. At the appointed time of 2pm Alan and Linda Thomas website for details. Saturday 22nd a cafe meet at the Canal Lock Gate Cafe
led eleven bikes on a swift and enjoyable afternoon run across Kent to a new The wharf Bude meet at 12.00 noon. Followed by the regular monthly meet at
tea stop they The Lime Wharf Cafe at Northiam. We were met there by Shaun the The Fishermans Cot. 12.00 noon. look out for late entry events via email.
& Brenda who after lunch had nipped over to Smarden to a bike event Shaun To Check “Whats On’ look in the Journal, see our Website www.thebmw-
had seen advertised in the Motorcycle News, alas it was the wrong date! After clubsw.org.uk , there is a monthly news letter if you don’t receive it send your
the consumption of several slices of cake within the group we all headed for email address to [email protected] , to contact the webmas-
home. Thanks Alan and Linda for once again taking the helm. ter send email to [email protected]

Debbie Morris Don Rabson

South East Section Contacts and Regular Meets South West Section Contacts and Regular Meets
Secretary: Ian Campbell,273 Crystal Palace Road, London. SE22 9JH. 07956 Chairman & Secretary: Jim Isherwood, 01769 573258 or 07926 069777.
144661 [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Membership Secretary: Chris Coffill, 14, Walters Road, Hoo, Nr Rochester, Membership Secretary: Phil Sampson 07850 983 144 or email southwest.
Kent. ME3 9JR 01634 251299 [email protected] [email protected]
Social Secretary: Debbie Morris 0208 301 1600 southeast.social@

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Social Secretary: Don Rabson 01840 212 913. 07884266340 southwest. Western
[email protected]
2nd Tuesday 11.00: The Engine House Bistro and Cafe, Compton Park, Nr. March and April saw sixteen section events take place with a total of 200
Callington PL17 8EA. Phil Sampson 07850 983144 members enjoying the efforts of the organisers who made the events pos-
Last Thursday 12.00: The Fishermans Cot, Bickleigh, Nr.Tiverton EX16 8RG sible, a big thank you to them all.
Ron Lyford 01803 391811
M & P finally managed to officially
Southern open their brand new BMW show-
room in Swansea, and what a grand
A few of us met Chris Tite at Jack’s affair it was too, lots of our members
in Bagshot for the rather cool run up turned up to wave the Section Flag
to the AGM at Dunchurch. We had a and marvel at our new club stand
good run to the Super Sausage where complete with forms etc. see photo.
we stopped for brunch. We met up One of our visits in April was to the
with some more members and after a National Museum of Wales Collec-
lovely meal, we followed Chris to the tions Centre (For Storage and Con-
Norton Factory. It was really interest- servation at Nantgarw). Neville Jones
ing to see how they made the bikes, writes: Brian Roberts suggested and
and hearing about the 2 year wait for arranged this great idea for a visit. Just before 11am on Wednesday 3rd April
some types. They are expanding with a group of 9 members gathered in the entrance to the Centre. Brian signed
a large new building due to be fin- our group in and at 11am smart we set off for the tour around two of the four
ished soon. After arriving at the Hotel collection areas.
and settling in, we went to the local pub that evening for a meal. The AGM this EDITOR’S NOTE more about this event next month
year was probably one of the shortest I have attended, with nothing conten- For those of you who missed out on coming this time there are two more col-
tious to discuss. Sunday morning, and Chris led us to the Triumph factory. lections to see and if you ask Brian nicely he may well set up another visit.
They can have up to 6000 bikes in stock on the racking and it was amazing to The published venue for our pub grub on the 12th April was the Carpenters
see such a difference between the two bike factories. This was a very popular Arms in Llanishen, who announced shortly before we were due to go, were
tour. As we came out of the factory, the second group from the Southern Sec- having work done and so couldn’t take us. However their loss was our gain
tion were waiting to go in. Thanks to Chris for organising these visits. because following a tip off from a chatty lady in one of the craft shops at
Due to the Seven Stars closing on the Tuesday after Easter, we had to move Abbey Mills, Tintern, I went and booked the Rose and Crown that is just up
our pub meet to the Wednesday. I looked in the carpark and wondered if I the road from Tintern Abbey. Twelve of us arrived and had a very good pub
was at the right meet, as there was a Honda bike and three Royal Enfields! meal at a reasonable price. The pub though not massive was comfy and well
(somebody said variety is the spice of life! run it didn’t take long for our orders to be served causing a few eye popping
We had a really good turnout with 17 members at our breakfast meet at The moments at the large size of the portions. To sum up the Carpenters Arms at
Hummingbird Café at Shoreham Airport. It was a busy morning, and luckily Llanishen is now off our radar and the Rose and Crown is definitely on it.
Erica had booked a table. We still had to find extra seating, but the breakfast The 2019 Western Section Welsh Photographic Challenge is up and running
was definitely worth the trouble. The only problem is the carpark itself is pay and to date we have 35 entries of which 12 are from the Western Section.
and display and monitored and the bike park was not big really big enough for Every Section in England is represented and there are also 3 entries from
all the bikes that morning. Ireland. Two entrants have already visited all 20 points and submitted their
We are looking forward to the Cornwall Caravan weekend in June, which will photographs. If you need an excuse to ride your bike and enjoy the wonderful
include a visit to the Cornwall show. Mike and Lesley’s run is on 23rd June, scenery of Wales then email David Williamson ([email protected]) for an
Then Bob Melvin’s mid-week Hotel break is 25th to 27th June. The camping entry from and start planning your route.
weekend in Oswestry has been moved from the beginning of July to 28 to 30 On Sunday 14th April at our regular meeting at Devauden started off with
June. July 10th is our annual Fish and Chip meet at Jack’s at Bagshot. Erica’s the usual tea coffee biscuits and cake and loads of chat. I was delighted to
ride out is 21st July. All details on website and the email updates from Erica. meet and greet two new faces, Deneys Schreiner and Garry Mitchell we look
Enjoy your riding in the sunshine! forward to your company at our events.
Tony and Karen Marris gave us a presentation on their travels to Timbuktu
Gerri and beyond.
EDITOR’S NOTE more about this event next month
Southern Section Contacts and Regular Meets Visit to Llanerechaeron. John Latham writes
Chairman & Secretary: James Seller, Park Farm, Chichester Road, A cold but fine sunny day for the visit to Llanerechaeron near Aberaeron.
Arundel, W. Sussex. BN18 0AG. 01903 882582 or 07703 361045 chairman@ Only four of us turned up in the end although a couple of bikes were parked
thebmwclubsouthern.com already when we arrived confusingly and we never discovered who was riding
Membership Secretary: Bob Denman, 1 Mount Pleasant Close, Lightwater, them. The National Trust property is a John Nash villa built in the late C18th
GU18 5TP 01276 475853 [email protected] and was acquired by the Trust from Colonel Ponsonby Lewis in 1992. As well
Social Secretary: Erica Body 07528 873 056 social@thebmwclubsouthern. as the house there are walled gardens, a pool with boats for hire, a working
com - Gerri 01895 446896 [email protected] farmyard and the Geler Jones collection of transport and agricultural items
1st Wednesday, 12.00: “Old Gits” Loomies Diner on A32 at West Meon Hut and some attractive riverside walks. The four of us had lunch in the cafe and
cross roads A272 & A32, Hampshire. them went for a bit of a wander around. Some of the machinery in the farm
Alt Tuesdays, 20.00: The Seven Stars, Newark Lane, Ripley, Surrey, GU23 area was once powered by a long rod drive from the sunken waterwheel and
6DL. this was actually being reinstated at the time of visit after a lengthy restora-
Alt Thursdays: The Half Moon, 32 London Road, Petersfield, GU31 4BE, just tion. Pity more didn’t come but unfortunately the Geler Jones is only visitable
North of Petersfield on the old A3. on Wednesdays, not sure if all thought it was worth it as a venue but great
3rd Wednesday, 12.00: “Old Gits” Loomies Diner on A32 at West Meon Hut riding area nonetheless.
cross roads A272 & A32, Hampshire. Another full month of events coming up in June and hopefully the weather will
3rd Monday 20.00: Drusilla’s Inn, Wigbeth, Horton, BH21 7JH. 01258 840297. be conducive to getting those bikes out and meeting up with fellow members,
1st Monday, 20.00: The Cricketers Arms, 232 Chestnut Avenue, North you’d be surprised how much fun it is.
Stoneham, Chandlers Ford, SO53 3HN. 023 8062 9878.
Denis Bradbeer
Ulster
Western Section Contacts and Regular Meets
Ulster Section Contacts and Regular Meets Secretary: Sue Ross 7 Pintail Grove Kidderminster, DY10 4RT. 01562 820
458 [email protected]
Secretary Acting: Michael Wood 07789220529 Email: ulster.secretary@ Membership Secretary: As Above
Social Secretary: Denis Bradbeer 01454 775786 western.social@
bmwclubuk.net bmwclubuk.net
1st Saturday, 11.00: Swansea Motorrad, Phoenix Way, Garngoch Gorseinon,
Membership Secretary: Gordon MacFarlane, 2 Dorchester Park, Lisburn, Swansea, SA4 9HN
1st Wednesday, 19.30: The Lamb Inn, Wotton Road, Iron Acton, Bristol, BS37
Co. Antrim BT28 3DE 07742 537927 9UZ.
2nd Sunday, 13.30: The Hood Memorial Hall, Devauden, Chepstow. NP16
[email protected] 6PL. On the B4293 next to the Village Green.
2nd Tuesday, 11.00: NEW: Fowlers Motorcycles, 2-12, Bath Road, Bristol, BS4
Social Secretary: Kyle Thomson. Email: [email protected] 3DR – in café.
3rd Wednesday, 12.00: Stables Tea Room, New Manor Farm, North
1st Tuesday except January, July & December, 20.00: Corr’s Corner Hotel, Widcombe, West Harptree, Bristol, BS40 6HW.

Newtownabbey, Co. Antrim.

Sunday 11.00: runs from Corr’s Corner throughout the year

Wednesday between September and May, 11.00: runs from Corr’s Corner

Tuesday between May and August, 11.00: runs from Corr’s Corner

Wednesday evenings from beginning of May to end of August, 19.00: run

from Corr’s Corner

All runs are weather dependent.

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4th Wednesday March to October 11.15: Old Barn Tea Rooms Ystradgynwyn, 2nd Saturday 12.00: The Waterwheel Tea Rooms, Just west of Howden on A63
Torpantau, Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan CF48 2UT01685 383358 DN14 7JP
2nd Thursday, 12.00: Dem’s Bike Stop. West Eaton Nurseries, A44 Bromyard, 2nd Sunday 12.00: Cubley Hall Hotel, Mortimer Road, Penistone, S36 9DF.
Leominster. HR6 0NA. 2nd Tuesday 12.00: The Route 59 Café, on the A59 near Bolton Abbey, BD23
6AF.
Yorkshire 3rd Sunday 12.00: Howsteen Gorge Café, Lofthouse, Pateley Bridge, HG3
5SF.
Well into the riding season now, its June, long hot summer days, stretching into 4th Saturday 12.00: Seaways Café, Fimber Road, Fridaythorpe, YO25 9RX.
the evening, so there’s no good reason not to be out ‘n’ about enjoying the fine
weather. Just need to look out for the usual summer evening hazards on rural
roads, I’m told they’re the most dangerous for motorcyclists, but a damn sight
more interesting to ride than pootling up and down the motorways, the safest

roads!!
A note from Piers: “A warm sunny
Easter Sunday saw some 20 riders
turning out for our regular Howstean
Gorge Cafe meet-up. Thanks to new
member Mike from Harrogate for
joining us on his F800GS. Also good to
see Roman from Bradford who’s been
a member for a while but his first time
at Howstean”.
As I’m writing this the weather forecast
for those who’ve gone to the Scottish
weekend at the Rob Roy Hotel looks a
little bleak, certainly we’ve had some rain, hail, and almost sleet down here on
the edge of the N. Yorkshire moors. Still I’m sure they’ll be having good times,
whether sheltering inside or braving the elements outside.
The 1st Vale of Pickering camping weekend went ‘live’ a couple of weeks ago
now, so a fuller report next month. At the time of writing numbers are not great,
but that’s the nature of camping weekends, the Wed/Thurs weather forecast is
the key determinant of attendance.
Peter Brindle’s 1st Thursday Pub Lunches continue to attract keen ‘foodies’
and the regular clientele will be meeting on 6th June (D-Day commemorations
permitting) at the Anvil Arms, Wold Newton, up by Scarborough, though the
postal address is Driffield, postcode YO25 3YL. Special note for this one; the
pub needs advance notice of your menu choices, and Peter will have been
asking that from the regulars.
The Whitby Hotel weekend was a great success judged by the number of
favourable comments received, so it looks like we’ll be running it again next
year! Having the Alpine ‘treasure hunt’ on the Sunday starting out from the Hotel
gave a good number of participants, enjoying a Sunday morning ride across the
NY Moors, following some, quite frankly, unusual clues (mea culpa). However
all arrived safely at the Old Yard Coffee Shop in Nunnington. Whilst the quality
of food and drink was excellent, and despite advising the Café of numbers,
and likely arrival times, the staff seemed to be a bit overwhelmed, and so the
service was a little haphazard, probably down to the Café being only newly
opened. No doubt it’ll be brill by now, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to
riders if in the area. The final question with the literary clue proved to be tricky,
and the Lastingham signpost numeracy test was entertaining too. However
there was a single winner, a non-resident couple, entering for their 1st time.
Well done Julie, and I think, 5 joint seconds, I just managed to make prizes
stretch to all of them.
The photo is a trio of likely lads getting ready to set off on the ‘Alpine’ into
the wilds of North Yorkshire, does that make them Alpinists? Now, seeing
these three ‘amigos’ together can’t help but put me in mind of that 3rd film
in the ‘Dollars’ trilogy of Clint Eastwood spaghetti westerns. Work it out for
yourselves!!Officially the caption is: - “Ian McKechnie, Martin Young and Fred
Lee prepare for a ride in the North Yorks Moors at the Yorkshire Section Whitby
Hotel Weekend”
We’ve had a successful launch of the Section T shirt with nearly all being sold,
fab design, and if you’re keen for one, just contact Piers, or myself and we’ll
sort you one out. There’s only a limited number left so be quick, or miss out.
By now all those going to Austria will be doing final prepping their bikes,
checking if new tyres are needed, and that all the ‘legals’ are in place. I’ll be
there so a full report with photos in the August edition.
I’m pleased to confirm that we will be having re-run of the popular and successful
ride in to the Sherburn Aero Club for lunch. (www.sherburnaeroclub.com) This
is now fixed for Wednesday 21st August. Details, in the Advert, and ‘Around
the Compass’.
Before that there’s the Kettlewell camping weekend in July, where the campers
try to eat (and maybe drink) the local pub out of business on Saturday evening.
Why not have an evening ride out on the Saturday to join them?
That’ll do for now, the sun’s shining again, so what am I doing sitting at this
laptop?

James Ingham

Yorkshire Section Contacts and Regular Meets
Secretary: John Elvidge 2 Birstwith Grange, Birstwith, Harrogate, HG3 3AH
01423 770866 [email protected]
Membership Secretary: As Above
Social Secretary: Piers Kurrein. 07866 622 196 yorkshire.social@bmwclubuk.
net
1st Sunday 11.00: The Café and Bistro, Thorpe Arch Retail Park, Wetherby,
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Mutual Aid

Mutual Aid Adverts are to enable BMW Club Members to buy or sell motorcycles or related items that they own.
The service is free but subject to the rules below, and is not normally available to trade advertisers.

1. Adverts up to 65 words are FREE to Club members but are limited to one per 5. You must also send your name, full address, Section and membership number
category per month and run for one month only. If you want a longer advert or are a with your advert. These will not be published (unless requested) but we will check
trader or want to sell for a friend then contact the Mutual Aid Officer for information. membership and we may contact you to confirm details.
2. Adverts are NOT accepted over the phone – please send them by email to
[email protected] or post to the Mutual Aid Officer whose name and 6. The BMW Club cannot be held responsible for the quality or availability of items or
address are on page 3. goods or for any arrangements for delivery or payment.
3. A photo of the item for sale can be included as an attached image file, NOT
embedded in the text. 7. Business Advertisement (Disclosure) Order 1977 - Adverts for Trade must be
4. Photos may be omitted and adverts may be edited where deemed necessary clearly labelled as such. If you have reason to believe that you have been misled
by the Editor. as to the status of any advertiser, please inform your local Trading Standards
Department and the Editor immediately. The fine for breaches of this order is up to
£1,000.

Note: Mutual Aid closing date is the 5th of each month

Motorcycles for Sale R80 G/S P/D 1987 in excellent original condition. R80RT mono 1994. Fair condition top box
7,767 genuine miles by two owners from new. (BMW) panniers. Surefoot side stand, Hagon
“F” Series Original documentation, some spares and mono shock, fork gaiters. 96,195 mies. MOT
accessories available. £10,995 ONO. Contact until Oct ‘19 Reason for sale need more garage
F800S 2007, 22,000 miles, average condition, David 07482 737421 (Ulster) space. Owned for the past 11yrs. £2,000. Call
lowered seat but original padding can be
replaced, serviced and new belt a few years ago R80RT 1986 monolever, dark blue, two owners Steve 07541 042800 (Norfolk)
and hardly used since, nearly new tyres, needs from new (I am the second, bought from a R1100RS 1996, 36,000 miles, has been standing
battery and MOT, £1,800, will haggle! Sporting friend). 125,000 miles. Always professionally and needs a bit of attention, plus another one for
Secretary Robert Bensley, robertbensley@ maintained. Original condition with toolkit and spares, what are they worth? Sporting Secretary
btinternet.com 01953 888415 (Norfolk) manual. Considerable service history. No Robert Bensley, [email protected]
modifications (apart from new seat). Sold with 01953 888415 (Norfolk)
F800 ST 2010 MOT due 21/8/2019. One great reluctance. A classic in waiting. Current R1100S 1998, non ABS, 53,300 miles, good
previous owner, well maintained by bmw dealer, MOT. On SORN. £1,650. Call Nigel 0208 883 condition for age and well maintained. BMW
Mileage 45,405 ready to tour, recent new 0303 or [email protected] (London) panniers, BMW tank bag (vario type), Goodridge
immobiliser, two keys, top box if required, pair of hoses, stainless Remus exhaust system, main
spare front discs. Purchased as last opportunity stand and recent reconditioned Bevel box.
to ride, but health and age has overtaken me.
£2,500 or close offer. Contact John on 01202
669808. (Poole, Dorset)

“R” Series

R80/7 1980 AIRHEAD, 48,500 MILES, MOT Feb R80RT 1992 43202 miles. New MOT and TAX.
2020. Unique “Urban Scrambler Styling” finished Also BMW panniers. Good all round condition.
in Candy Red. Outstanding condition and good £2,500. Contact Dave Turner on 07956 599417.
runner. Only 200 miles since restoration (featured (North London)
in March edition of The Journal). Receipts for all
new parts. Stainless steel spokes, Exhaust pipes,
Mudguards, Brake pipes. Up-rated suspension.
Please contact John on 07724019905 or email
[email protected] (Hull)

Offers around £1,500. Call Simon 07501 336663
or [email protected] (Lancashire)

Sidecars, Outfits & Trikes

R75/6 with Hedingham sidecar<BOLD> 1975,
Black, leading link forks & damper, new battery,
15 inch wheels (all 3) with ST/ST spokes and
ST/ST exhaust, mostly ST/ST fasteners, and
honest combination. £6,800 call Paul on 01452
856036 (Glos.)

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Bits & Bobs

Engine Bars Wunderlich / Krauser, Stainless
Steel. Will fit water cooled R, RS, GS. £120
(£249 new) If you collect I can fit. Contact Kevin
01304 840223 (Kent)
K100RS 16v 1990 parts<BOLD> Ram shock
with pre-load and rebound adjustment, hardly
used £135. Original screen with aerofoil, £40.
Full set of brake pads, £30. New & used clutch
cables, £15 for both. Genuine parts oil filter with
O-ring and washer, £5 with any of the above.
Contact Martin on 07944 819632 (Driffield)
Billet Top ‘Triple Clamp’ Ordered from San
Jose, California to replace the standard top fork
and steering clamp plate but never fitted. As new
with fitting instructions. Will fit all BMW Air Heads
R75, R80, R100 mono-shock models 1985 and
newer. (Note 38 mm diameter forks. Shoulder
type fitting). Cost £156, will accept £85 including
P&P. Contact John on 07752 839362 or email
[email protected] (Oxon)

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Small Business Adverts

Small Business adverts are available to any individual or business, you do not have to be a Club member to advertise here.
Rates start at 20p/word and get cheaper the longer you place the ad, if you use 50 words or more and especially if you offer Club members a discount.

Contact Dik Langan on [email protected] for full details.

Accommodation & Touring Shaw Engineering, 24 Station Road, Halton Full diagnostics and bike recovery. Call: Mick
Holegate, Spilsby, Lincs., PE23 5PB. Tel: Kendrick 07828 281003
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shawstainless.co.uk Motorcycles. Independent servicing, repair and
B&B CAUSEWAY COAST NI. Make Hegarty’s MOT work shop. BMW diagnostic kit for all
Corner your base for a fantastic biking getaway. Servicing & Repairs models. Very close to Portsmouth Ferry port.
Antrim Coast & Glens; Causeway Coast; Over 30 years’ experience. Tel: 02392 825515
Donegal; The Sperrins and more all within easy ANDREW SEXTON. NORTH OXFORDSHIRE or email [email protected] Web:
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5* reviews. Phil and Nova: bikers and Club WARWICKSHIRE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE SUFFOLK JTC MOTORCYCLE ENGINEERING
member. Give us a call 028 7084 9617 or 0786 Independent BMW Specialists, MOT’s Servicing,
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HOW CAN THEY DO IT? Bike MOT’s for only
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