The Gaydon Land Rover Show will celebrate the 30^th anniversary of the popular Range Rover P38 when it takes place on 4 & 5 May at the British Motor Museum. The second-generation Range Rover was launched in 1994, twenty four years after the introduction of the Range Rover Classic. The dedicated and hugely popular show will once again showcase hundreds of Defenders, Series 1 – 3, Discovery’s and mighty Range Rovers from 1948 to the present day. Now in its 10th year, it is the ultimate celebration of the best 4x4’s by far.

At the centre of the show will be the Arena where Dave Barker will lead an enthusiastic and knowledgeable team, providing live commentary and inviting owners, restorers, club members and enthusiasts to share their stories behind their treasured vehicles.  

Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum stated “The Gaydon Land Rover show is one of the biggest days in the calendar for Land Rover fans and families and the only show where you will find the number one pre-production Land Rover ‘HUE 166’ or ‘Huey’. It is simply a fantastic day out for all the family with a great atmosphere, displays, live music, parades, and club celebrations”.

Children are invited to come along and display their 'Mini Me' Land Rover vehicles with all Miniatures welcome. There will also be live music from vintage singing trio 'My Favourite Things' on the Sunday. The Museum and Collections Centre will also be open where visitors can view the wide range of Land Rovers in the collection. Some of the most historically significant Land Rovers are available to see, not least the first pre-production Land Rover (HUE 166)! There are also many Royal Land Rovers and even film stars such as the Defender 110s from Skyfall and Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.

Camping in the grounds is available on the Friday and Saturday evening for those wanting to make a weekend of it in a motorhome, tent, or caravan. Camping is just £25 per pitch per night when booked in advance.

Anyone wishing to park their Land Rover as part of the show displays can do so online for just £10. This includes entry to the show for the driver and one passenger for the weekend. Additional tickets are available to purchase if extra passengers are required. Advance ticket prices are £16 per adult, £9 per child (5-16 years), Under 5 free, £14 per concession and £43 for a family.

To find out more information about the show please call 01926 895300 or visit the website at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/whats-on/gaydon-land-rover-show

 

• KYMCO began manufacturing motorcycles in 1964
• Anniversary marked by appealing offers
• Savings amount to hundreds of pounds

KYMCO UK’s positive outlook for 2024 coincides with the Taiwanese manufacturer’s 60th anniversary year, with attractive offers on key models in time for the recently launched ‘24’ registration plate – and the new biking season bringing better spring weather that invites tens of thousands of motorcyclists back on the roads.

The key models on offer that are part of KYMCO’s 60th birthday celebrations, include the Agility City+ 125 scooter and VSR 125 motorcycle, which have both had their limited time offers extended until further notice.

The Agility City+ 125 is a comfortable, safe and agile scooter, with an RRP of £2,559. It’s now offered with free on-the-road (OTR) fees within list price, as well as a free SHAD 29-litre Top Box – saving customers an average of £230.

The VSR 125 is a stylish and well-equipped naked bike for the learner or entry level motorcycle rider, with an RRP of £2,559. It’s now equipped with a sporty soundtrack, thanks to its free Delkevic performance exhaust with carbon silencer – worth around £200.

The Agility City+ 125 and the VSR 125, along with every other new petrol-powered KYMCO motorcycle or ATV are also equipped with two forms of Datatool security free of charge. Datatool’s Stealth Tracker (subscription required) and DNA Security Marking System are both included – saving customers around £400. This is part of the both companies’ commitments to tackling the increasing problem of motorcycle and ATV theft in the UK.

Neil Keeble, National Sales and Marketing Manager at KYMCO UK, said: “We are optimistic about the future growth of KYMCO as a motorcycle manufacturer in the UK, as several competitive models with attractive offers serve as a tempting low-cost alternative to rivals.

“While some may be new to the KYMCO brand, we are actually 60 years old in 2024 – and our long-established existence and experience remains the core reason why we’re a trusted brand of reliable and well-built products among our customers around the world.”

Established in Taiwan in 1964, Kwang Yang Motor Company was originally an overseas producer of Honda motorcycles for thirty years. In 1992 KYMCO began producing its own models under its own brand, by 2003 had acquired back Honda’s business interest and today markets its brand globally.

KYMCO UK remains committed to its belief that two and three-wheeled transportation is the fundamental element in delivering a UK-wide transport solution.

 

www.kymco.co.uk

 

 

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There’s no doubt that the two-cylinder bike configuration already packs plenty of punch, but honestly they’re a bit utilitarian. Of course, the other side of that coin is the four-cylinder engine, which scream with the vigour of a dedicated opera singer, but they are also generally impractical and not at all efficient. 

And so that brings us to the happy medium that are three-cylinder bike benefits. These are the top bikes for living in England and bringing character and flair without killing practicality.

10. Yamaha MT-09

We would be remiss not to mention the bike that all of Yamaha’s three-cylinder bikes are based off of. Its reliable engine introduced a beautiful refinement without an ugly price tag to follow at just over $10,000. Of course, as the influence of greater evolutions, the MT-09 rests at the number ten spot, but it is well-earned nonetheless.

• Power - 117 HP

• Torque - 69 lb-ft

9. Yamaha XSR900

In 2016, Yamaha introduced the XSR900 to the market in the hopes of reinvigorating the delicate balance between classic design and contemporary technology. Six years later, it made a few core updates, including an improved suspension and the addition of the 890cc engine, and the versatile bike is now one of the best on the market.

• Power - 118 HP

• Torque - 68.6 lb-ft

8. Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+

You might be noticing a trend in this list by now, and that’s no accident. Yamaha’s third entry on the list shows how well it has the three-cylinder down to a science. Another versatile bike, the Tracer 9 GT+ uses a semi-active suspension, benefiting from a comfortable chassis to ensure its riders could ride around to all the Biker-friendly pubs in England without a speck of discomfort. No stopping for a drink, though!

• Power - 115 HP

• Torque - 69 lb-ft

7. Triumph Speed Triple  

No stranger to “best of” lists, Triumph’s Speed Triple has always been thought of as one of the best three-cylinder bikes for living in England. Whether you’re taking a short jaunt to a cafe or want to travel across the UK with it, the Speed Triple will turn heads wherever you go. Plus, there are quite a few options to pick from, including the huge 1200 RS.

• Power - 177 HP

• Torque - 92 lb-ft

6. MV Agusta Brutale 800

Some of the nicest looking bikes on the market come from MV Agusta, and the Superveloce, also featured on this list, is living proof of that. Of course, so too is the Brutale 800, which definitely lives up to its name. In fact, the staggering bike is precisely the sort that might make an eager bettor find no verification betting sites on BettingNonGamStop.com and bring his confidence to the track. And, as an added bonus, the Brutale 800 is utterly jam-packed with the best electronics.

• Power - 140 HP

• Torque - 64 lb-ft

5. Triumph Rocket 3

It’s true - like Yamaha, Triumph also dominates the three-cylinder market with a great foundational design under its belt. In fact, there are four bikes from Triumph on this list, but this is definitely one that stands out. Its power is chart-topping, and it’s incredibly heavy, but both of those work in conjunction to remain perfectly nimble, even around corners. 

• Power - 165 HP

• Torque - 163 lb-ft

4. MV Agusta Superveloce 800

Few things compare to the feelings stirred up by a beautiful Italian motorcycle, and there is perhaps no better example of this than MV Agusta’s Superveloce 800. The design simply takes your breath away, and the ride proves that it’s more than just a pretty face. The manufacturer even recently launched an Ago edition to honour world champion Giacomo Agostini, who clinched fourteen titles with MV Agusta’s help.

• Power - 147 HP

• Torque - 65 lb-ft

3. MV Agusta LXP Orioli

It takes a particular rider to consider dropping nearly $30,000 for an adventure bike that wasn’t made by Triumph or BMW, but it seems clear that MV Agusta has its sights on this niche market, aiming to scoop up those who want something a little different from the usual GS and Tiger options. Here, you get crash bars, a sturdy Sachs suspension, and LED auxiliary lights to help navigate the cloudy climate better.

• Power - 124 HP

• Torque - 75.23 lb-ft

2. Triumph Daytona 660

An all-new offering from Triumph, the Daytona 660 does not feel imposing, which benefits new riders hoping to gain more confidence on the throttle. Of course, it’s not just for beginners by any stretch of the imagination. The redline increases to 12,650 RPM from its original Trident iteration, but packages it all up in a chic, reasonably priced chassis.

• Power - 93.7 HP

• Torque - 51 lb-ft

1. Triumph Daytona Moto2 765

Speaking of Daytona, we end the list with the Moto2 765, Triumph’s last word on high-performance triples. It takes what it learned from the Daytona 675, like its sharp handling and on- and off-track capabilities, and kicks it all up to eleven. The result? Precision agility unmatched in Daytona’s history - and the perfect bike to take around England and all of Europe.

• Power - 128 HP

• Torque - 59 lb-ft

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Sunday 31st March
9am to 5pm
 
Celebrating both the 20th anniversary of the launch by Triumph of the “Rocket III”, including todays “Rocket 3’s” (equipped with a world’s largest production motorcycle engine capacity of 2500cc)  with “Rocket Runs” from all over Europe converging for this annual meet at the cafe ,this year is also the 10th anniversary of the first Triumph Rocket III OC day at the Ace in 2014.
 
Talk the Torque – The R3 line-up delivers the highest torque of any production motorbike – See you at the Ace!
 
Listen, revel and be immersed in a mix of the best rock and roll and rockabilly, blended with the London sub-culture sounds, broadcasting 24/7 on online radio and social media.
 
 See you at the Ace !

#PortugueseGP race. The ingredients for a good Sunday were all there, especially after a good start from both standard bearers of Team Gresini MotoGP. From 8^th and 12^th on the grid, respectively, Marc Marquez and Alex Marquez were able to immediately make up some positions in the very beginning before the first hurdle of the day came. 
 
The #73 crashed – uninjured - out of the encounter at turn five with very little time spent on track, a tumble that took away any hope for points to the Spaniard, in a weekend that was already made quite complicated due to an unfortunate result in Q2. Marc’s race outcome was all in all very similar, but the dynamic was completely different…
 
With four laps left, the #93 makes an overtaking manoeuvre on Bagnaia, but the counter-attack of the Italian at the following corner results in a coming together that send both riders on the ground. The #93 was able to jump back on the bike and finish 16^th as he crossed the line with a bitter taste in his mouth. A fourth place would have translated in the second position in the standings…

16^th - MARC MARQUEZ #93
“A racing incident that none of us would have wanted. We go home with no points, but after a positive weekend in which we found continuity and speed. The stewards have decided that the incident deserves no sanction and we accept the decision. Pecco tried to defend his position, maybe with a little bit of optimism. The result still is the one nobody would have wished.” 
 
RET. ALEX MARQUEZ #73
“Shame, because we had a good start. I pushed a lot as today’s MotoGP forces you to do a little bit more in the early laps. I gave my all and unfortunately, I ended up crashing. I got back on track simply because had it rained, everything would have changed, but after a few laps I decided to pull out of the race. A Sunday to forget, but we’ll try again at Austin.”