Charley Boorman, renowned adventure motorcyclist, TV presenter and documentary maker has agreed to join Triumph Motorcycles as one of their global ambassadors.

Charley has always been a biker whose garage was filled with a range of brands and styles, even through his memorable TV documentaries, Long Way Round and Long Way Down, were supported by BMW, his love of all thing two wheels is of no secret!

“I’ve always seen change as a good thing. Sometimes it’s not easy to change, but afterwards you see the benefits. I’ve had a great time working with BMW over the years and the Long Way documentaries have been a massively positive part of my life. Change is good, it’s refreshing and we all need to do it as we open our minds up to new ideas and new horizons.”

Charleys involvement with the UK 'retro' motorcycle genre, his enthusiasm for the Distinguished Gentleman’s Motorcycle Ride and his association with the new hipster motorcycle emporium based in London – The Bike Shed, has shown that Boorman is not a one brand player, yet open to all things bike, from adventure touring to cruisers and sports to modern classics.

“I’m so excited with the Triumph range of bikes. I love the retro look of their modern classics, especially the Thruxton with it’s café racer history. I’ve always said you should have a bike for each mood – I think Triumph have it covered! Oh, and hey, the whole ‘it’s British’ thing is pretty cool as we see historic British bike brands in the ascendance. I haven’t forgotten my adventure roots and so I’m desperate to try out the new Triumph Explorer on my 2016 adventure rides in Australia and South America.”

Triumph added: “We are delighted to have Charley on board as a member of the team. It's great to be working with such a passionate, enthusiastic and experienced biker as one of our global ambassadors. We look forward to many exciting adventures together.”

www.triumphmotorcycles.co.uk

www.charleyboorman.com

Sunday 20th December - Depart 11.00am

One week after the annual Xmas Toy Run and again meeting at the cafe to depart at 11.00am, is the annual ride out to attend the Mayhew Animal Home in Kensal Rise, NW10. Established during the reign of Queen Victoria in 1886, the home is entirely funded by and dependent upon public support.

Being the season for giving, we must not forget the animals, so often overlooked and neglected, and which entirely rely on places like "The Mayhew" and the generosity and support of all.

The Mayhew welcomes gifts, to include towels, blankets (used as bedding) as well as pet food and treats for cats and dogs.

Private donations can also be made on your visit to the Mayhew. You may even find a furry friend that you may wish to adopt!

For those of you who can't make the run, there will be collecting tins on the counter and a collection box for food, treats and bedding etc at the cafe in the week leading up to the run.

www.mayhewanimalhome.org

On the same day, Sunday 20th December, why not join us for the cafe's annual candlelit Xmas Carol Singalong & Service, from 7pm, followed by complimentary hot, oven fresh, mince pies!

For more information about Ace Cafe London, or what's on, check out: www.ace-cafe-london.com

Norton has confirmed an exciting all-Australian line up for their 2016 Isle of Man TT Races fuelled by Monster Energy campaign. The Castle Donington based marque has signed Adelaide rider David Johnson alongside Melbourne’s Cameron Donald, who has raced for the team since 2014 The pair will compete in the RST Superbike and PokerStars Senior TT on the SG5 Norton. Glenn Richards has been brought in as development rider with Mick Grant continuing as team advisor.

Cameron made his TT debut in 2005, finishing as the fastest newcomer, which he followed up in 2006 with a sensational runner up position in the Senior TT. His most successful year on the Mountain Course, 2008, saw his only victories to date, winning the Superbike and Superstock races. He has already achieved Norton’s fastest ever lap of the Mountain Course and last year finished in the top twenty in the Superbike class.

Fellow countryman Johnson, who made his TT debut in 2010 winning the Newcomers Trophy, is one of road racing’s rising stars. He has a highest placed 4th from the 2014 RL360 Superstock Race and finished in the top ten last years in both the Superbike and Senior TT as well as the Superstock and Supersport 2 Races. He has a fastest lap of 131.595 mph, which he set in 2015, which puts him the 9th fastest rider in history.

Johnson is one of a new breed of riders equally at home on the roads or circuits, ending the long established myth that to be successful that you have to specialise. His short circuit career has seen him be a regular front-runner and podium finisher in the British Superstock Championship.

Cameron Donald said: “We’ve now done a huge amount of development work at the Isle of Man and having that continuity will really help us to make more progress at next year’s TT. It will be good to have two bikes out and I’m sure Dave and I will be comparing notes every session to help each other.”

David Johnson said: “It’s going to be an incredible experience at next year’s TT. Riding a Norton around the Isle of Man Mountain Course, and with Cameron Donald as my teammate is a massive honour. I’m really stoked and will give it my best shot.”

Stuart Garner, CEO Norton Motorcycles, commented: “We’ve made incredible progress since taking Norton back to the TT and it’s testament to the hard work that’s gone in by everyone at the factory as well as the feedback that we’ve had from Cameron. This was always going to be a long term project and we’re definitely on the next stage of our evolution, running a two man team with Glenn Richards testing and Mick Grant advising will give us the best opportunity to move things forward even more at next year’s TT.”

To book your Xmas lunch or dinner 1st – 24th December, go here

22nd DECEMBER 8.30am – 5pm
23rd DECEMBER 8.30am – 5pm
24th DECEMBER – 8.30am – 5pm
25th DECEMBER – Closed
26th DECEMBER – 8.30am – 5pm
27th DECEMBER – 7.30am – 10.30pm
28th DECEMBER – 7.30am – 10.30pm
29th DECEMBER – 7.30am – 10.30pm
30th DECEMBER – 7.30am – 10.30pm
31st DECEMBER – 7.30am – 2am - New Year's Eve Party
1st JANUARY – 10am – 5pm
2nd JANUARY – 7.30am – 10.30pm
3rd JANUARY – 7.30am – 10.30pm

Normal Hours Resume Monday 4th January

For more information about Ace Cafe London or what’s on, check out the scrolling calendar at;

www.ace-cafe-london.com

At the ripe old age of 54 yrs and 11 months Carl Coombes will be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.

Carl, a Biker himself and like many of you, has lost friends and relatives to accidents, but so many more have gone to the awful disease, Cancer. He lost his younger brother three years ago and since then he has tried to do what he can to raise awareness and funds for those that are effected.

So as part of his efforts to raise awareness and funds, he is taking part in the Kilimanjaro Challenge in November 2016. Between now and then he is hoping to raise a minimum of £4,000 for Tenovus Cancer Care. 

The initial deposit of £390 has already been paid by Carl, plus the cost of visas, vaccinnations, insurance, travel to Heathrow, etc... and does not count as part of the £4,000 target.

If you are a biker or part of a biking community please help by donating what you can, via JustGiving or by texting BIKR98 to 70070 followed by the amount you would like to donate. For example: BIKR985 if you wish to donate £5, to 70070

www.justgiving.com/carl-coombes3/

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they will never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

Carl Coombes is part of the team @ Extra Mile Bike Tours