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  1. III Rivers UK Chapter Harley-Davidson Owners Group Raising Money for SSAFA Hertfordshire on 30th June

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    The Three Rivers Motorcycle Club, based in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, will be hosting a fundraising event on Sunday, 30th June to support SSAFA Hertfordshire.

    With over 200 members, many of whom are ex-military, the club provides a community for motorcycle enthusiasts to meet, race, and raise money for charitable causes.

    The club, named after the Chess, Colne, and Gade rivers that surround it, focuses on sharing their love of motorcycles while supporting important charitable organisations like SSAFA.

    Martyn Coote, Director of the Three Rivers UK Chapter Harley-Davidson Owners Group, shared the club’s motivation: “SSAFA was chosen by our members for the outstanding work they do for servicemen, ex-service members, and their families. It received overwhelming support in our vote, far ahead of any other charity.”

    Martyn also highlighted the connection many club members feel to the military: “Wearing our club badges and patches is a bit like a uniform. It’s comforting for many of our ex-military members to belong to a group again.”

    The bike fest is an exciting event with a £5 entry fee, and free admission for under-16s, making it a great opportunity for the community to support the fundraising efforts of the Three Rivers Motorcycle Club.

    To donate or to find out more information visit III Rivers Charity Bike show | Facebook

     

     

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  2. Dave Day 8th June 2024 "I'm having a DAVE day!"

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    The bikes, the Hawaiian shirts, the comradeship, the people on the bridges, the town and people of Barrow, the organisers, the traffic officers, the marshalls and this heartfelt speech from Si, Liliana and Woody.
     
    What a fantastic Dave Day - 8th June 2024
     
    Video John Rennie
     
    Lots of great photos and videos on the facebook group -
     
    Leaving Knutsford Services.
     
    Leaving Moto services, Burton-In-Kendal
     
    Tribute ride by Barrow Island Community Primary School.
     
    The ride was to honour and remember Dave, with Si King leading the ride and raising funds which will be evenly split between NSPCC Childline and The National Institute of Cancer Research.
     
    Go Fund Me page
     
    Dave Day 8th June 2024 - Knutsford, Cheshire
     

  3. The National Motorcycle Museum and OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing Announce...

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    OMG…It’s the NMM’s Big Annual Bike Meet

    The National Motorcycle Museum (NMM) in collaboration with partner OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing is thrilled to announce the ‘OMG…It’s the NMM’s Big Annual Bike Meet’, which is a dedicated ‘ride in event’ set to take place at the National Motorcycle Museum on Thursday, 25th July 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM. 

    This standout bike meet aims to become a highlight in the motorcycle community calendar, celebrating the spirit of motorcycling by bringing together enthusiasts & fans from various motorcycle manufacturer groups.

    A Fusion of Heritage and Speed
    Attendance to the event is FREE and guests will have the exclusive opportunity to delve into the rich history of motorcycling with a special 50% discount on entrance to the Museum collection (which spans across 5 dedicated Halls with over 1,000 British bikes), exploring extensive exhibits that chart the evolution of these magnificent machines. 

    In parallel, OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing will bring the thrill of professional motorcycle racing closer to the fans with their official merchandise store. The store will offer exclusive merchandise, meet and greet sessions with OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing Team racers; Kyle Ryde and Ryan Vickers, autograph and photo opportunities, and the chance to see some race bikes up close.

    Interactive Experiences and Delicious Treats

    The event will also feature interactive Q&A sessions with the OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing team (between 6.30pm & 8.30pm), providing insights into the exhilarating world of motorcycle racing. In a spectacular display, attendees might witness the firing up of some of NMM’s iconic racing bikes by the OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing Team, merging the past and present of motorcycle racing.
     

    Culinary delights await at the outdoor BBQ, offering a variety of fare and the museum’s café will also be open, serving a range of delicious meals complemented by their usual assortment of cakes and coffee.

    Exclusive Offers and Prizes

    Event-goers will have the chance to win exciting prizes, including two annual NMM memberships and some amazing OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing merchandise!

    The National Motorcycle Museum and OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing invite all motorcycle enthusiasts and fans to join them in this unique celebration of motorcycle culture and racing. 

     

    For further information:

    The National Motorcycle Museum: National Motorcycle Museum 

    OMG Grilla Yamaha Racing: OMG Racing Superbike Team

     

     

  4. DAVE Day Ride-Out - Saturday 8th June

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    Depart: 8am (NB the cafe will be open from 7am)
     
    Depart Ace Cafe London 0800hrs travel to M40 Oxford services.
    Depart 0930hrs, Travel to National Motorcycle Museum M42.
    Depart 1115hrs,.Travel to Knutsford services M6
    Depart 1300hrs, Travel to Moto Services Burton In Kendal
    Depart 1500hrs (This is the main form up area for anyone travelling from Scotland and all points North or East of main route).

    All bikes will then depart En Masse to Barrow in Furness and arrive in Town Centre at approximately 1600hrs.
     
    The ride is to honour and remember Dave, Si King will be leading the ride and raising funds which will be evenly split between NSPCC Childline and The National Institute of Cancer Research.
     
    Go Fund Me page

    £3 from the sale of each item will also be donated to the charities.
    For more info see here
     
    At the Ace, we remember the fun visit by the 'Hairy Bikers' in 2007.

    See you at The Ace 

  5. D3O poised to see supported rider Michael Dunlop make Isle of Man TT history

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    The highlight of the road racing calendar, the Isle of Man TT, is due to get underway next week and D3O is eagerly anticipating success for Michael Dunlop. Having supported the Northern Irish road racer since 2017, D3O is his protection of choice for tackling the closed roads of the 37.73mile long Mountain Course at speeds of over 200mph.

    Dunlop has recently competed in the North West 200, which is used by a lot of riders as their pre-TT test, in several categories and successfully tested his bikes on “The Triangle” ahead of the Isle of Man event. Michael enjoyed podium success this year with third place finishes in the Tides Restaurant Supersport race, the Anchor Bar Superbike race, the Amici Ristorante Superstock race, the Fraser Homes Supersport race and the Briggs Equipment Superbike race.

    All focus is now on the 2024 Isle of Man TT where D3O-supported Michael Dunlop could become the most successful TT rider of all time. At the moment the record is 26 wins and is held by Michael’s uncle Joey, while Michael himself has 25 wins to his name. The 35-year old will have eight chances for victory as he will compete in all two-wheel classes (Superbike, Supersport, Superstock and Supertwin), where there are two races per category.

    The partnership between the market leader for impact protection and the TT icon not only benefits Dunlop, who is known for his aggressive riding style and for scraping the walls, but the wider motorcycling community. “I can do nothing to help safety bar surround myself with the best stuff I possibly can. My helmet, my suit, my armour. With D3O you get the best of both worlds – it fits you perfectly, but it also provides the best protection that you can ask for,” said Michael Dunlop. The distinctive orange protectors, that are available through a variety of brand partners, are manufactured with testing and feedback provided by athletes like Michael to help make them the lightest, most comfortable and most protective on the market.

    The 2024 Isle of Man TT races will get underway on Monday 27 May with the first Free Practice and Qualifying sessions, before racing gets underway with the Monster Energy Supersport TT Race 1 on Saturday 1 June.