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A team of eight motorcyclists from road safety charity, the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) are undertaking a sponsored tour of the British Isles in June to promote motorcycle safety and raise money for the Association of Air Ambulances.
The ride begins on Monday 18 June, Ride to Work day, from the Ace Cafe London, finishing on Sunday 24 June at the Bikefest event in Shrewsbury.
Over the week-long tour, they will be visiting Christchurch, Bournemouth, Bassetts Pole, Newcastle, Glasgow and Belfast.
On Friday 22 June, Belfast will see a world record attempt for the most makes and models of motorcycles in a single parade. Supporters include the Quay Vipers Motorcycle Club, Adelaide Insurance Services, Days Hotel, Stena Line, Fiat and Bridgestone Tyres.
IAM chief executive Simon Best said: “Motorcyclists are some of the most vulnerable road users, but anyone that rides appreciates the enjoyment, convenience, and freedom that motorcycling brings.
“Our aims are to teach riders how to continue to enjoy their riding safely, and to better educate all road users to understand the needs of the individuals they share the road with. We are delighted to be supporting the Association of Air Ambulances, and raising money for this vital cause. Tragically, riding does sometimes go wrong and the quick response service they provide is vital in saving lives.”
To donate to the Association of Air Ambulances, click here.
To find out more about the Around British Isles Bike Ride, click here.
To sign up for the world record attempt, click here.
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On 30th June 1937, Wal Handley lapped the famous Brooklands Outer Circuit at 107.57mph on a 500cc BSA Empire Star. For that lap, he was awarded a Brooklands Gold Star, the tiny enamel badge that signified so much.
That achievement led the BSA Company to name their top sporting 500 "The Gold Star", which became perhaps the best-known name of any British motorcycle.
On 30th June 2012, 75 years to the day, the Gold Star Owners Club plans a commemorative celebration at Brooklands, the world's first purpose circuit for motorsports.
The aim is to get more Gold Stars and Rocket Gold Stars in one place at one time than has ever happened before. Owners and riders of other BSA models are also very welcome. There will be an opportunity for Gold Star and RGS owners to ride up the Test Hill and on the Members’ Banking. It is hoped there will also be static photo opportunities for the "Goldies" and RGS in front of Concorde "Delta Golf" and on the famous Brooklands Banking
Among the machines attending are two replicas of Handley's 1937 winning bike, to include that built by George Wander which recently won the Ace Cafe London award at the Southern Classic Bike Show, Kempton Park. In addition George will be bringing along his 1937 Gold Star with the production number of 102, the oldest "Goldie" in existence.
Some of the Brooklands Museum racing machines will be run as well.
The event will take place from 10am on Saturday 30th June at Brooklands Museum near Weybridge in Surrey.
All owners of "Gold Stars" and RGS are urged to attend and help ensure a record turnout to mark this unique and historic occasion.
Entry will be the normal Museum ticket cost of £10 (£9 for Seniors). There will be a special price of £15 for riders with a pillion passenger.
Bikes can be ridden in or brought by van or trailer. There is no limit to the number of eligible bikes. Non-BSA owners are encouraged to make the event a destination for a ride out.
www.brooklandsmuseum.com
www.bsagoldstarownersclub.com
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Cassington Bike Night is Back!
Ace Ride-Out to Cassington
Date: Monday 25th June
Depart Cafe: 6pm
Route: A406 West to A40 West to Cassington
Cassington Bike Night returns with a ride-out from the cafe departing at 6pm on Monday 25th June to the West Oxfordshire village where thousands of motorcycle riding enthusiasts are expected.
This annual event includes showcasing of different models and classics spanning a century and has been a fixture for the village of Cassington and members of the British Motorcycle Riders Club (Oxford) for more than 25 years.
Following the disappointment of cancellation last year, the Parents and Teachers Association of St Peter's School set the wheels in motion and have got Cassington Bike Night back, and record numbers are expected!
Ace Cafe London will have a stand/display as well as a "Rockers Restaurant" facility offering refreshments and a BBQ, with Ace prizes, awards and goodies for best bikes and raffle.
www.cassingtonbikenight.org
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Join in with Guy Martin’s Big Brew at Ace Cafe London on Friday 4th May 2012
Ride Out for Spinal Research is inviting motorcyclists to take part in their Big Brew event at Ace Cafe London to raise money for groundbreaking research into spinal cord repair. The Ride Out campaign is dedicated to motorcyclists and allows people who are passionate about motorcycling to give something back to those that have been injured.
Streetfighters Magazine is kindly supporting this event and will be there on the night.
Get involved by taking part in our:
Free prize draw to meet Guy Martin
Pin the sideburns on Mark Wilsmore competition!
Sideburn growing or creating competition
Silent auction to win Red Torpedo t-shirts signed by Guy Martin, plus other signed goodies.
www.spinal-research.org/guymartinbigbrew
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Ace Cafe London, in association with StuntUK and the international StuntBike Freestyle (SBF) competition, have teamed up again to present the 3rd annual Ace Cafe London Streetfighter & Stunt Festival, to be held throughout the day from 10am on Sunday 29th July at the UK's premiere shopping centre, Brent Cross - one mile east from the cafe along the North Circular Road near the M1 Motorway.
In addition to trade and industry stands and displays, this increasingly popular annual event combines the cafe's legendary Streetfighter Sunday, as well as showcasing the live action final of the SBF competition, with stunt riders from across Europe and beyond taking part and competing in the "Maxxis Arena" for the coveted awards, Maxxis Tyres, Draggin Jeans and cash prize fund totalling £5K.
Individual Free Style
1st - £2K
2nd - 1K
3rd - £750
Longest Stoppie - £750
Sickest Trick - £500
Highlights of this prestigious event include "Best Streetfighter" static display and competition organised by Streetfighters Magazine, plus "Show Up n' Shine" competitions with awards and prizes to include a full "Styling Kit" to the value of approx. £1K, courtesy of Rizoma, Italy's renowned manufacturer of exclusive and exotic motorcycle jewellery.
Other features include dyno shoot-out, tyre-frying burnouts and a wheelie machine for those who want to experience "Up in the air thrills, together with interactive stands and displays, live entertainment on the Ace stage includes with The Fuel Girls, and mixed with the music, the roar of engines and tyre-shredding drifters, along with the spectacular motorcycling aerobatics and hot tricks of the East Coast FMX Team, featuring Chris "Sir Swampy" Birch, widely acknowledged as Britain's No.1 FMX rider, a regular at the Red Bull X Fighters and BoldDog FMX British Championship winner, adrenaline will be pumping - let the games begin!
The London Rockin Rollers, who this year celebrate their 5th anniversary, having been rolling with the punches since 2007 with their eight wheeled thrills and spills, will be assisting in raising funds for London's Air Ambulance, which is once again the events chosen charity.
To enter your bike in the Streetfighters Magazine static display, please contact Will Jobbins at the magazine: [email protected]
Tickets are available at the cafe and via the Ace on-line web shop as well as "On the gate on the day"
Buy your ticket at the cafe and you will receive a free tea or coffee.
Tickets:
£10 per person
£15 Family Ticket (available on the day)
Club & Group pre-booking concessions available - please contact Jan at the cafe on
[email protected]
www.stuntuk.com
www.streetfightersmag.com
www.londonsairambulance.com
www.fuelgirls.co.uk
www.ecfmx.co.uk
www.maxxis.co.uk
www.rizoma.com
www.dragginjeans.net
www.londonrockinrollers.co.uk
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