The 30-year collaboration between Nolan and Carlos Checa has resulted in the X-804 RS Ultra Carbon 30TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION (355), customised with graphics inspired by the helmet worn by the Spanish rider in 2011 when he won the SBK World Championship. A helmet that, through some graphic details elegantly highlighted on the shell, tells a story made of racing, life, travel and true passion.

The idea that has inspired the Nolan Style Centre and Carlos Checa to recount these 30 years together on the world's racetracks is based on the top-of-the-range X-804 RS Ultra Carbon, with a carbon shell and Liquido paint (an innovative layering of colour that allows the elegant carbon fibre weave to shine through on the surface) in a blue shade.

A premium base made even more exclusive by graphic stylings such as the iconic World Map, which is highlighted on the canopy by a rich pearl white, or the legendary number 7 and, again, the stamps symbolising the countless journeys made by the pilot during his career. Finally, the lines of the hemisphere have been done in gradient turquoise.

Metallic silver colours some of these elements, giving the wearer of this helmet a unique and exclusive experience.

A Dark Smoke visor included in the packaging completes the helmet.

X-804 RS UC 30TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION, which preserves all the peculiarities of a model with XSeries signature and great attitude to protection, safety and comfort, is available with four shells in sizes 2XS to 3XL.

X-804 RS UC CHECA 30TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL EDITION (355) is available at authorised Nolan Dealers with a suggested retail price of £699.99. 

The International Classic MotorCycle Show, sponsored by Carole Nash, made motorcycling history last weekend with a spectacular gathering of over 20 ultra-rare Brough Superior SS100s in a once-in-a-lifetime display, celebrating 100 years since the 100mph model went into production.

The aim of Dave Day is to spread hope and happiness to all regardless of who you are or where you’re from whilst honouring and remembering ‘Hairy Biker’ the late Dave Myers and all other lost loved ones. The organisers want to replace I’m having a great day with "I’m having a Dave Day!" whilst raising as much as they can for great causes.

This year’s event on 21/06/2025 will see the UK motorcycle community pull together and ride to Dave’s hometown of Barrow in Furness, which in 2024 saw over 46000 riders take part.

The Dave Day team along with Barrow council, Barrow BID and North West Community Stars Football Club are working hard to create a fantastic weekend of events and celebration for us all to enjoy whilst raising as much as possible for this year’s charity causes.

Money will be raised through registration contributions, concert tickets, a Legends V Bikers football match, online donations and merchandise which will all be pooled and all profits split 50/50 between the chosen charities.

The charities that Dave Day is supporting in 2025 are NSPCC Childline and CancerCare North Lancashire and South Cumbria a north west based charity providing cancer care and support over 850 sq. miles in the key towns of Lancaster, Barrow, Kendal and Morecambe.

NB: Due to the HUGE success of the 2024 ride with over 46,000 bikes/trikes taking part the decision has been made for both logistic and safety reasons that all participants will need to register, allowing the organiser to monitor where riders will be joining to assist in planning and safety preparations, see link:

www.tickettailor.com/events/davedayltd/1585127

More info at links:

https://daveday.org/

https://www.instagram.com/daveday_org/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/daveday/

NB: On Saturday 21st June 2025 the Ace will be open from 6am with the ride departing the cafe at 7am.

Celebrating a fantastic 75^th  anniversary, the Vintage Motor Cycle Club Banbury Run will again be hosted at the British Motor Museum on Sunday 8 June. As many as 300 Veteran and Vintage motorcycles and three-wheelers will ride out from the Museum on various circular routes. During the course of the day many of these venerable machines will be tackling the ascent of Sun Rising Hill near Tysoe, which was used to test out newly-manufactured vehicles in the early days of motoring.  

Widely acknowledged as the premier gathering for pre-1931 motorcycles and three-wheelers in the world, the Banbury Run is geared towards those who enjoy the thrill of riding with other Vintage, Veteran and pioneer bikes. Visitors can immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and smells of these astonishing machines as they embark on the journey to Banbury and back.  

In the Museum grounds there will be an Autojumble with over 70 pitches selling a wide selection of parts and spares -  perfect for vintage motorcycle owners looking for upgrades or those in the midst of a restoration project. Camping in the grounds of the Museum is also available on 6, 7, & 8 June for an advance price of £27 per pitch for 1 night or £35 per pitch for 2 or 3 nights.

Tom Caren, Show Manager at the British Motor Museum stated “Celebrating its 75th anniversary just proves how immensely popular the Banbury Run is. Seeing hundreds of vintage motorcycles ride together is a motoring spectacle that any historic vehicle enthusiast will not want to miss!”

The Museum will be open from 9am – 5pm with the first bikes departing at 10am. Book in advance and SAVE with tickets for just £17 per adult, £9 per child, £15 per concession and £46 for a family. All tickets include entry to the Museum and Collections Centre.

To find out more about the Banbury Run visit www.banbury-run.co.uk, for more information on the British Motor Museum please visit www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk  or call 01926 895300.

A SUPER FERMIN CRASHES OUT OF TOP PERFORMANCE

ALEX MARQUEZ #73
“Let’s enjoy the moment. This track is not among my favourites and I wasn’t feeling at my best today on the bike. Despite all of this and the chaos at the start of the GP, we did well in staying focused. When I saw Marc crashing out I realised I had to be twice careful and bring home the result. We’re leading the championship, for what’s worth, but it’s a great moment for me and my team. Let’s enjoy it.”
 
FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
“I was feeling great today and we arrived to a moment in which it was necessary to decide on whether to accept fifth place or take a shot at fourth position. We know how it went as I unfortunately crashed out. We had the pace, I felt comfortable and quick without pushing too hard, and that’s why I tried: it didn’t go as planned but we keep all the positives from this weekend and we head to Qatar with great motivation.”