John was a familiar sight at scrambles events up and down the British Isles, although his regular attendance at Scottish events earned him the affectionate nickname of ‘McBethell’ and promotion to honorary Scotsman. He hailed
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2014 AMCA Skegness Beach race
Packed crowds at Skeggie for beach race Held over the November 8-9 weekend, thousands of spectators flocked to the event, helping to produce welcome late season revenue for local hoteliers and retailers. On-track the race,
Read moreClassic Dirtbike out – issue 33
New Classic Dirtbike’s out • In balance Tim Britton sets the scene • In balance The view from the sharp end of classic off-road. We’ve been out there getting dirty, meeting up with like-minded souls
Read moreAn engineer’s Goldie tribute
Members of the Gold Star Owners Club are well used to my comments of ‘not got any proper Goldies then?’ when on their stand at shows and my theatrically OTT displays of searching for singles
Read moreLen Hutty
The 54-year-old Matchless rider was a popular figure in the Pre-65 scene and the 'Scottish' won't be the same without him. Throughout his career he rode for the Witley club in Surrey. Our condolences are
Read moreRobbie Allan 50/50 Memorial Event, Lanarkshire
The event took some considerable planning and organising but the huge commitment shown by everyone involved ensured that everything ran smoothly. Indeed the organising committee included some of the most colourful characters in motorcycle sport
Read moreNev Mason book review
Author’s passion for two wheels shouts from every page His self published book – 100% – takes its title from the author’s belief that, in order to be successful it takes 100% effort. This ethos
Read moreScott Trial Centenary
One family that’s had its name carved on the trophy a number of times is the Lampkin clan in Yorkshire. As well as winning the event in 1966 and setting fastest time about half a
Read moreClassic Dirtbike out – issue 32
New Classic Dirtbike’s out! • In balance Punctures can be a bit of a let down in more ways than one, by the same token there are more ways than one to repair a burst
Read moreBainbridge MC hill climb
CCM rider MIke Barnes sets off up Bainbridge Hill Climb There were classes for all bikes, from Pre-65 through Twinshocks to Moderns in both trials and motocross. There was even a Specials class to accommodate
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