Saturday 30th September 16.00 - 23.00

With the “Blue Oval” dating from 1907 and a family that includes Lincoln and Mercury, come and join Ace Cafe London celebrating the 105th anniversary of the Ford car that changed everything, the Model T.

The 95th anniversary of the opening in 1928 of the River Rouge Plant, Dearborn USA, and the 50th “Golden” anniversary of the release in 1973 of the film “American Graffiti”, gave us a guy called John Milner and his '32 Ford and an elusive mystery girl driving a white 1956 Ford Thunderbird.

From Hank Williams and his “hot rod Ford” of 1951, to the 1955 “Hot Rod Lincoln” of Charlie Ryan, and the Collins Kids “Hot Rod” of 1958. Get your fix, listen, revel and be immersed in a mix of the best rock and roll and rockabilly, blended with the London sub-culture sounds, broadcasting 24/7 on online radio and social media

There's soda pop and the dancing's free
So if you wanna have fun, come along with me
 
 See you at the Ace!

A determined motorcycling enthusiast is on a mission to honour his late father's legacy by finally getting a 1957 BSA A10 family heirloom on the road for the first time, to make its debut at the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) in 2024. After hearing his passionate and emotional story, BSA Motorcycles, together with the National Motorcycle Museum, have agreed to help fund and carry out the necessary work required to complete a restoration that has been 66 years in the making.

Now the property of Richard George, supported by his brother Phil, the A10 has been a staple of their family history for the past few decades but has never made it more than a few metres down the road. Purchased in the late 1960s for ‘next to nothing’ during a time when British bikes were losing favour in the market to imported Japanese models, the A10 first belonged to Richard’s father. After sadly losing his battle to cancer and liver failure in 2021, he entrusted the bike into the hands of his sons with one, simple request: ‘get it fit for the road. 

Richard explained: “I grew up with this motorcycle. I remember watching my father and uncle ride it around the garden when I was young – it was quite a large garden with plenty of room. It’s always been in the family. My dad spent thousands on it. He painted the tank himself, had it re-chromed and took it as far as he could before the illness took over. I took the bike on following my father’s death. I’ve had the electrics redone, had it re-registered, and done quite a bit of work. But I’ve taken it as far as I can. No matter what I do, the clutch keeps dragging, so in order to fulfil my dad’s final wish, I took a long shot and reached out for help.”

Richard contacted BSA Motorcycles through the company’s Facebook page, which has quickly become a community of brand enthusiasts since BSA’s rebirth in 2021. Upon hearing Richard’s story, the company got in touch with the National Motorcycle Museum and agreed to fund some of the restoration works.

Roy Pinto, Marketing Manager, BSA Motorcycles, commented: “Richard’s story encapsulates the BSA spirit perfectly. This is a brand that means so much to so many people, and our heritage and legacy lives on in motorcycling communities and families. When we heard about Richard’s quest, we were touched by his story and keen to help him achieve his goal. BSA motorcycles really have gone down in history as classics and if we can work with Richard and the museum to keep this one alive, we not only further the A10’s legacy, but that of Richard’s father too.”

The BSA A10 gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s. It was powered by a 650cc air-cooled parallel-twin engine, known for its smooth power delivery and reliability. The BSA A10's iconic design, combined with its comfortable ride and powerful performance, has since made it a sought-after vintage motorcycle among enthusiasts and collectors.

Wesley Wall, a restorer at the National Motorcycle Museum, commented: “When I first looked at Richard’s A10, it was clear that he had already done some restoration work to a high standard, but there is a bit of work still yet to do. It clearly has a clutch problem and will benefit from some adjustments and the addition of some new clutch plates. It has the wrong carburettor and there is a mudguard missing but we can access high-quality A10 parts fairly easily these days, so we can certainly get this fit for the road.”

The final goal for Richard is to make his debut at the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride in 2024. DGR is an annual international charity event where participants dressed in dapper attire ride classic and vintage motorcycles to raise awareness and funds for men's health issues.

Richard remarked: “I’ve never done the DGR before but I know of it and I think it’s a great event. To dress up in my finest clothes and ride this A10 among the BSA and motorcycling community will be a real achievement. It’s what my dad would have wanted.”

New PACKTALK ‘EDGEPHONES’ pair seamlessly with state-of-the-art PACKTALK EDGE communicator, delivers class-leading mesh communication for convenient off-the-bike use cases

Cardo Systems, the global market leader in wireless communication systems for powersports riders, today introduced a new headset accessory for its state-of-the-art PACKTALK EDGE wireless communicator. Designed for off-the-bike use cases, Cardo’s new PACKTALK EDGEPHONES pair seamlessly with the PACKTALK EDGE – delivering the same class-leading mesh communication network in a helmetless solution.

Cardo’s PACKTALK EDGEPHONES are ideal for parents and motorcycle coaches, delivering real-time, in-the-moment communication with riders in action. With a growing need to assist those on the sidelines, the PACKTALK EDGEPHONES are comfortable to wear, easy to use, and robust to withstand outdoor conditions. Designed with an Air Mount connectivity port that seamlessly integrates the PACKTALK EDGE with the EDGEPHONE, users can conveniently transfer from helmet to EDGEPHONES. Once transferred, the PACKTALK EDGEPHONES operate the same as a PACKTALK EDGE helmet system – allowing users to communicate easily and effectively within an intercom network of up to 15 people with crystal clear premium JBL audio. The PACKTALK EDGEPHONES have the ability to pair with other Cardo units that utilize Bluetooth connectivity as well.

“The introduction of our new PACKTALK EDGEPHONES provides the superior solution for coaches, instructors, parents, and production professionals who need a direct line of communication with riders,” said Alon Lumbroso, chief executive officer, Cardo Systems. “PACKTALK EDGEPHONES offer the ultimate form factor and a seamless level of integration with PACKTALK EDGE and its premium mesh network on PACKTALK EDGE delivers.”

PACKTALK EDGEPHONES premium features include the following:

Air Mount – A seamless magnetic connectivity port allows riders to activate the EDGEPHONES quickly and conveniently or swap the PACKTALK EDGE device from headphones to helmet.
Passive Noise Reduction & Noise Filtering Detachable Mic – The PACKTALK EDGEPHONES intuitively eliminates unwanted background noise for clear two-way communication.
Compact Folding – After use, the PACKTALK EDGEPHONES easily folds up for convenient carrying and safe storage.
Water Resistant for Any Condition – With replaceable padding and mic, users can stay connected on any terrain. PACKTALK EDGEPHONES are IP 54 rated protecting them against dust and water splashes.
JBL Sound Quality – Powerful 40mm high-definition speakers engineered to perfection by JBL experts, with an improved music processor and three audio profiles.
Two-Year Warranty – from the date of the original purchase.
Thanks to the EDGEPHONES’ ergonomic over-the-ear noise protection, coaches, parents, and production professionals will experience a pristine audio experience while communicating instructions or directions to riders, ultimately translating to better confidence and a safer and more effective experience for riders.

The Cardo PACKTALK EDGEPHONES accessory will be available on pre-order for $149.95/€159.95 at www.cardosystems.com starting September 12th and will begin shipping to retailers at the end of September.

For more information about Cardo Systems, visit cardosystems.com or join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and see all the latest videos on YouTube.

About Cardo Systems

Cardo Systems provides cutting-edge communication devices and application services for powersports and outdoor enthusiasts. Cardo’s devices and services promote riders’ safety and enable motorcycle riders, off-road drivers, and adventure seekers to stay connected to their phone, music, and to each other. Cardo launched the world’s first motorcycle Bluetooth-based wireless intercom headset in 2004 and has been responsible for most of the industry’s innovations ever since. This includes the introduction of the first mesh-powered intercom, the first premium sound system by JBL, and the first voice-powered device, to name but a few. Cardo’s products are sold in over 100 countries and are the world’s leading communication devices for groups in motion.