Introduction from the CMM Editor

Editorial by Chris Pearson

I have attended more than my fair share of events in the last few weeks. From the circuit based action at the Festival of 1000 Bikes, to the more static VJMC shows held at the Uttoxeter racecourse and Lotherton Hall, and it really hits home how much fun bikes are in general.

Previously I would have hammered home that riding is the way to enjoy motorcycles and, while I still feel getting out and opening that throttle is great fun, so too is looking at, and talking about all the aspects of the game.

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All change stateside

After over 25 years handling British magazines and books in the USA, in particular The Classic MotorCycle, Classic and Motorcycle Mechanics, Classic Bike Guide, Classic Racer, Classic Dirt Bike and Old Bike Mart, US agent Lee Cowie has decided it is time to hang up his boots, and enjoy his collection of bikes.
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YOUR INVITATION TO AN EXCLUSIVE DINNER DATE WITH KEVIN SCHWANTZ

To celebrate racing legend, Revvin’ Kevin Schwantz as guest of honour to the 15th Classic Motorcycle Mechanics show, Classic Bike Shows are offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for 34 super fans to enjoy a special evening with their racing hero.

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Triumph makes Supertest hat-trick >>
Triumph’s class leading Daytona 675 triple has set another landmark achievement by becoming the first motorcycle to win the prestigious Supertest trophy three years in a row. It saw off competition from its supersport class rivals at the Almeria circuit in southern Spain, setting faster lap times than the four cylinder machines from the Japanese factories which, combined with the favourable comments from the test riders, gave the British machine a clear advantage.
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[Problem Solver] Three times the fun? >>
I have a Kawasaki S1 250 triple and I am having trouble getting it set up. When I bought the bike it had a set of aftermarket pipes on and no air filter. I am guessing that the carbs had been jetted accordingly as each carb has a 95 main jet fitted.
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Long Way Over Charity Ride

In aid of the Lymphoma Association
The Long Way Over charity ride will cover 400 miles by ST70 and C90 in aid of the Lymphoma Association and will now take place in October of 2009 due to the poor health of Rod.

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Win five litres of Millers oil for the best letter of the month!

We’re giving away a five-litre bottle of Millers 10/40 Oil (worth over £17) to suit your classic bike for the letter we judge to be the best of the month. Send your email with pictures as JPG attachments to rgibson@mortons.co.uk or post your letters and prints to:

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Lincolnshire, LN9 6LZ

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