For those who want to support the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning on Friday 29^th September, there will be some alternative venues this year, where motorcycles will also be on the menu!

Some of the UK’s best motorcycle and scooter training schools are inviting regular clients and those just curious about motorcycling to call in and enjoy coffee and cake, while supporting the Macmillan cause.

Karen Cole, Director of Safety and Training for the UK’s Motorcycle Industry Association, which runs MCIAC says:

“This is the first year MCIAC accredited training schools have taken part in this great cause and provides an alternative venue for those who like to support the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning. Coffee, cakes and motorcycles mix very well, as anyone who visits the Cotswolds will know, where tea rooms are always packed with riders at the weekends!

“Motorcyclists have a long standing reputation for getting involved in charity events.  These range from the annual Santa toy runs, which many local bike clubs run, to Blood Bikers, who ferry life-saving products out of hours for the NHS.” 

The schools taking part are all accredited, or close to completing accreditation with the Motorcycle Industry Accreditation Centre (MCIAC). 

This means they meet strict criteria around customer service, how well the needs of learners are met and how seriously safety is taken. They also all know their cake!

MCIAC is backed by the UK’s motorcycle industry, to raise standards and signpost high quality training and was recently endorsed by the government department responsible for driving standards - DVSA.

To see the full list of those participating – click here

To find your closest MCIAC training school see www.mciac.co.uk

Michelin introduces Scorcher® tyres to equip the 2018 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy®, Low Rider® and Breakout® motorcycles which were revealed in mid-August.  

For select 2018 Softail motorcycles, two new Michelin-Harley-Davidson co-branded Scorcher tyres are available as original equipment. The MICHELIN Scorcher® 31 features traditional cruiser styling cues while the MICHELIN Scorcher® 11 provides a sportier look. The compounds selected for the treads of the new MICHELIN Scorcher® 11 and the new MICHELIN Scorcher® 31 deliver superior grip in cold, wet and damp conditions, as well as longer service life. The Scorcher® “11” and Scorcher® “31” are factory-installed on many models, and can be installed as a replacement tyre on other specified models.

Michelin worked with Harley-Davidson® for two years to develop these new tyres. Using advanced modeling, engineers from both companies were able to work virtually across global research centers to co-design the tyres and fine-tune them to exact specifications. The focused efforts, rigorous quality standards and collaboration resulted in tyres that are perfectly matched to deliver the performance needs of the motorcycles.

The exclusive look and performance of these new Harley-Davidson® motorcycles has led to the availability of exclusive sizes. For example, in a landmark first in the cruiser motorcycle market, the new Fat Boy® combines a 160/60R18 front MICHELIN Scorcher® 11 with a 240/40R18 rear for a bold, distinctive stance, plus exceptional riding pleasure and a great feel.

Meanwhile, in addition to providing riders with a lightweight feel, the lighter weight and enhanced high-speed stability made possible by the use of Aramid fibre* – another feature of Michelin’s hypersport tyres – helps to maintain the tyres’ profile and ensure consistent performance at high speeds

Front (130/60B21) and rear (240/40R18) MICHELIN Scorcher® 11s are the original equipment on Breakout® models, while the Low Rider® models are originally equipped with MICHELIN Scorcher® 31s front (110/90B19) and rear (180/70B16).

These new MICHELIN Scorcher® tyres will be available across Harley-Davidson’s extensive network, as well as from specialist dealers.

(*) Except 110/90B19

About Michelin

Michelin, the leading tyre company, is dedicated to enhancing its clients’ mobility, sustainably; designing and distributing the most suitable tyres, services and solutions for its clients’ needs; providing digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences; and developing high-technology materials that serve the mobility industry. Headquartered in Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin is present in 171 countries, has 111,700 employees and operates 68 production facilities in 17 countries which together produced 187 million tyres in 2016.

www.michelin.com

A family run pub, close to the centre of the beautiful market town of Congleton in Cheshire, with the friendliest of atmospheres and a genuine welcome from Barbara, Graham and staff.

Serving home-made food at very reasonable prices, where the menu includes various starters, burgers, steaks, pies, baguettes, New York Chicken, Roast of the day and a great two course special... Leave room for yummy deserts such as Sticky Ginger Sponge, Apple Pie, Cheshire Farm ice-cream and/or a Hot chocolate fudge cake! Dine indoors or 'al fresco' in the gardens.

Enjoy a selection of real ales, in the large beer gardens at the front and rear of the pub, which is home to the Buglawton Bear, an impressive bear carved by the European chainsaw carving champion.

Also the meeting place of the Beartown Bikers Club, Wyche Classic Motorbike Club and Congleton Motorbike & Trials Riders Club. 

Open all day from noon. Five pitch caravan site at the rear. Large car park.

See more here -

www.thebikerguide.co.uk/bikerfriendlypubscheshire.html

At the heart of the North Norfolk Coast, along the A149 coast road, in the small village of Burnham Deepdale, yards from Deepdale Camping and the salt marshes.

Open all year, Dalegate Market is a great little North Norfolk Coast hub, with plenty of parking for bikes and plenty of space to sit inside or outside of Deepdale Cafe for a bite to eat. 

Deepdale Cafe serving hearty breakfasts, lunches, Afternoon Tea, daily specials, coffees and cakes. Open daily, from 7.30am to 5pm in the Summer and 8am to 4pm in the Winter.

www.dalegatemarket.co.uk

www.facebook.com/dalegate.market