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Classic Motorcycle Club of NatalCommittee Members
(Phone Number Area Code is 031 unless otherwise stated)
PATRON(Key Holder)
JIM CRAMER62 HILLTOP RDBLUFF 4052
(H) 466 2108Fax 466 2108
CHAIRMAN(Key Holder)
ALAN YOUNG152 ORIEL RDBLUFF 4052
(H) 467 7294(W) 902 3209CELL 082 653 8971
VICE CHAIRMANCLUBHOUSE MANAGER(Key Holder)
MIKE MATHEWS600 MARINE DRIVEBLUFF 4052
(H) 467 8648(W) 301 6422CELL 082 377 8580
TREASURER(Key Holder)
SECRETARY
RON DUKES32 INVERNESS49 SOUTH RIDGE RD. GLENWOODDURBAN. 4001
HAVERLEY DUKESAs above
(H) 2013316 (W) 2653000(FAX) 2653011CELL 082 4655839E mail: [email protected]
(H) 2013316CELL 082 3967022E-mail: [email protected]
CLUB REGISTRARANDREW MATHER11 WINDSOR DRIVEDURBAN NORTH 4051
(H) 563 7986 (W) 3002281CELL 083 309 0233Fax:3056952 [email protected]
EDITORHOWARD SINK5 DELAMERE,5 NEWTON PLACEGLENWOOD 4001
(W)5603172CELL 083 3002388E-mail: [email protected]
PIST ‘n BROKE MANAGER LIZ MATHEWS (H) 467 8648
DATING OFFICERROD THOMASP O Box 272LINK HILLS 3652
(H) 7621509CELL 073 3656494
ASSISTANT OUTINGSCO-ORDINATOR(Key Holder)
GEOFF WELLBELOVED96 WINCHELSEA AVE.BLUFF 4052
(H) 467 7209CELL 082 202 2841
CATERING MANAGER SUE WELLBELOVED (H) 467 7209
OUTINGS CO-ORDINATORDEREK PIRIE36 MYRTLE RDGLENWOOD 4001
(H) 2056844(W) 9104636CELL 082 673 1335
SPARES MANAGERMICHAEL BURDENCLUSTERBOX 212CRESTHOLME. 3652
(W) 765 6012CELL: 083 4141988
100 CLUB ORGANISERSALOME VAN NIEKERKP O BOX 41587ROSSBURGH
(H) 4655831(W) 3615184
RACING COMMITTEE CHAIRMANGEOFF ISACKS4 WINDHAM AVEHILLARY 4094
(W) 363 1629(H) 464 9121
REGALIA OFFICERAUBREY CILLIERS24 PASTOLL RDPINETOWN 3610
(H) 708 5934(W) 464 0900CELL: - 083 922 0133
RALLY CLERK OF THE COURSESAVVA DELEGATE
KEN SINK11 LOVAT RDROSEHILL 4051
(H) 563 [email protected]
SHOW BARBARA SINK (H) 563 2403
CHIEF STOREMANROBIN INGGS627 STELLA ROADQUEENSBURGH 4093
(H) 4648529CELL 083 3603899
RACING CLERK OF COURSEBOB WEST15 PLANTATION GROVEKISSIN LANEAMANZIMTOTI 4126
(H) 9036007(W) 4670382
LIBRARIANDAVE STONE18 LONGWOODS DRIVE. GLENHILLS4051
(H) 5645506
Classic Motorcycle Club of Natalwww.webweavers.co.za/classicbikes
HEADQUARTERS POSTAL ADDRESS137 TARA ROAD P.O.BOX 21759BLUFF BLUFFDURBAN 4036
August/September 2006CHAIRMANS CHUNTEROur Regularity Trial in late May at the Drakensville Resort was an outstanding success despite a smaller than usual entry.
Snow on the Berg and parts of the route, coupled with biting winds, made the going tough but everyone expressed their satisfaction with the organization and camaraderie of the event.Congratulations to Gavin Lumley who was the overall winner, and to the winners of the other categories.
Special mention must be made of Spider Wilbraham and Chris Cutler who traveled from the Cape to take part, and Ginty and Kate Melvill who braved some wild weather in their travels all the way from Zambia. Many thanks to all of you, your attendance was much appreciated. John and Barbara Allison also deserve special mention for completing the rally in their Messerschmitt KR201, a vehicle more suited to a gentle trip to the local supermarket.
The success of the event was once again largely due to the dedication and hard work put in by Ken and Barbara Sink and Ron and Haverley Dukes. We are indeed fortunate to have them as club members.
I owe an apology to Grant Vacy-Lyle whom I did not adequately acknowledge at the prize giving for his generosity in organizing the magnificent Fragram Tool prizes.
On an unpleasant note I regret to report that our club has suffered theft of magazines from our stock which was to be put on sale at our “Plums in May”. There was a similar occurrence at the same time last year. It is extremely disappointing and annoying to think that there may be individuals among our membership who could resort to this type of dishonesty.
And on a desperate note we are appealing for volunteers to take over the organization of our rally from Ken and Barbara Sink. After 21 years they deserve a break and would like to participate as entrants in future rallies. Ken and Barbara have more than earned that right. Ken would fully train whoever is prepared to do the job and provide backup assistance but we need an early response because planning starts many months prior to the event. Don’t let our Rally die!
Elsewhere is this edition is a report on our Mercury Bike Show held on the 21, 22 and 23 July.
Safe and Trouble Free Riding.
Alan Young*********
NEW MEMBERSWe welcome Ken Jennings and Thomas Schubert who were successful at Ballot on 3.6.2006.Enjoy the club guys.
************21 st NATAL CLASSIC Wednesday morning saw us setting off nice and early on our way to the rally. The weather when we left Durban was not the greatest and slowly the sky grew greyer and darker, and the temperature got lower and lower. A pit stop at Estcourt confirmed that Wimpy is still your friend. Bacon and eggs and mega coffee certainly raised our spirits and, despite the odd drops of rain, we were feeling good.By the time we arrived at Drakensville it was pretty chilly, very cloudy and we couldn’t even see the mountains for mist and cloud. A braai was arranged at our house and when Big Ron and Haverley Dukes arrived with a rather large bottle of Old Brown, things began to take on a new light. A great braai was had by all and slowly the party unwound and everyone drifted off to get an early night.Next morning we awoke to see the mountains covered in snow. The Flat tank boys readied their machines and after a leisurely breakfast they set out on their run, accompanied by a couple of other bikers. We had a really pleasant although rather cool ride .By lunchtime we were back at the resort and everyone agreed it had been great. After lunch the competitors started to arrive and the rally atmosphere really began. After a quick competitors meeting it was off to supper and the pub.Friday we had an excellent run through Golden Gate and an equally good lunch at the Fouriesburg Country Inn. The temperatures were a little on the low side for some riders but nobody threw in the towel so it couldn’t have been too bad. Saturday warmed up quite nicely resulting in a great ride. The route as John Allison called it was “A test of man and machine”. A nice change was that we returned to the resort for lunch. Prize-giving went off well after an excellent dinner and the overall opinion was that this was one of the best rallies ever.Well done Ken and Barbara, Ron and Haverley, Alan, and the teams of marshals and all the other people who contributed to the success of our 21st Natal Classic.Ed.
*********TROPHY WINNERS - 2006 Natal Classic.1st Overall Gavin Lumley2nd Overall Aubrey Cilliers/ Salome van Niekerk3rd Overall Roy Moore1st Class A Ginty Melvill1st Class B Jayson Anderson1st Class C Gary Brown1st British Bike Chris Cutler1st CMC Rider Stuart Anderson1st Day One Aubrey Cilliers/ Salome van Niekerk1st Day Two Gavin Lumley1st Two Up Hennie/Heather van ZylBest Youngest Rider Graeme LeiesBest Oldest Rider Fritz Kraehmer1st BMW Kevin SolomonBest Novice Barry van der Merwe
Pre 1940 Tony BeswickOldest Bike Spider WilbrahamTiddlers Trophy John/Barbara AllisonBest Norton/AJS Bob/Jacqueline BakerBest Oriental Denis PullonTeam Trophy VMC CapeBest Club Performance CMC of NatalMost Sporting Rider Bruno KauschHard luck Trophy Jim WilliamsonStone Last Dick Maizey
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21st NATAL CLASSIC RALLY (26 to 28 MAY 2006)
AS OBSERVED FROM THE COCKPIT OF THEKR201 MESSERSCHMITT
The 21st running of this event was indeed a true classic with all the magical ingredients. Majestic snow capped mountains, staggering mountain passes and some intriguing minor roads, clever, but not tricky, route selection. Added to this, the bracing mountain air and the challenging road surfaces, all the more tricky in the ‘Mighty Messerschmitt” with its 3 wheelbarrow sized wheels. We bestowed the title of “PHD”. (Pot Hole Dodger) upon it.The willing little beast, to the astonishment of the other 45 venerable competitors, not only conquered all that the demanding route pitted against it, but won its class in fine style, all the more remarkable since we only completed its refurbishment the day before the rally.My thanks to a brave wife/navigator, who sat in the tail gunner’s seat. Well-done Barbara and welcome back to rallying.Those who had reservations about entering the event but came none-the-less were reassured by the most efficient but yet relaxed manner of the revitalized team who obviously had taken care of all the fine details and planning that goes into the making and preparation of a fine event, from the moment we arrived at documentation to the final control. It went like ‘CLOCK WORK’. The Master Rally Clock, by the way, being a massive illuminated “DIGITAL L.E.D. DISPLAY”, was totally accurate and foolproof.I know I reflect the feelings of all who participated in this magnificent event. An event that will silence those who may have been critical of previous events. The Natal Classic has achieved the pinnacle of success. It is back on top where it belongs in the Calendar of the Classic and Vintage Bike CalendarMy congratulations to the “Sinks and Dukes” and the whole team of Officials and Marshals who deserve the highest accolade for a job well done and a rally well run. May our delight and enjoyment serve as their reward.Let us not forget they do it as they always have for the last 21 years. FOR US!And the Love of our Sport.I am reminded of the old Simon and Garfunkel song.“Still crazy after all these Years”.Aren’t we all?
DO NOT MISS IT NEXT YEAR!!!John and Barbara Allison
Dear KenHow time flies – a week ago we were hard at work counting white lines in the Winterton area! Of course Chris Cutler and I had plenty of time to reflect on the rally on our homeward journey and we join in expressing our thanks and appreciation to you and Barbara, Ron and Hav and all your team members for a well run and most enjoyable event.What a pity you could not arrange Friday’s wind for another day! However, I have no doubt it added another dimension to the event in testing the skill of riders. The Fouriesburg legs were great. We found your Saturday after lunch sojourn into the Berg an interesting and challenging one with the absence of white lines, but would have welcomed a Marshal in the second bit. However, we understand the difficulties of finding and leapfrogging these special people.Interestingly, I have received a number of calls from fellows who chose not to take part and I was pleased to give them a most positive report. Hopefully they will join us next year.With kind regards.Spider Wilbraham.
*********IT’S SHOWTIMEActually it’s all over and many of us can get back to our normal routines.Those members who helped prepare the venue, put bikes on display or did guard duty can give themselves a pat on the back for a job well done,Barbara can have a holiday in Spain at the club’s expense …… just kidding, but once again she has done an outstanding job in putting the whole show together. If you are not at the sharp end you just can’t
appreciate how much work she does to ensure the success of the event.
Apart from Barbara there are a few others who deserve mention.
Mike Mathews, who organized the guards for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and did duty himself. The guards – Dave Stone, Rod Thomas, Howie Sink, Rob Wiles, Jock Adamson, Gerald Hall, Bill Hill, Steve Horn, and
Marsh Page (all three nights!)
Our gatekeepers and treasurer, Sue Wellbeloved, Hav Dukes and Ron Dukes. Bill Speight who lent his uninsured bakkie to Doug Cruickshank to transport bikes.Ian Groat, a visitor who came all the way from the Reef to put his Manx Nortons on display.
Mike Zalanckas (not a member) who loaned Fire extinguishers for the Marquees.Congratulations to Ken and Barbara Sink for the Best Classic Stand (and the judge was an impartial outsider.)One Trade exhibitor who shall remain nameless withdrew from the show because they did not like the area allocated to them. their loss is greater than ours.Everybody I spoke to, Trade, Club members and visitors expressed their satisfaction with the show.Well done all!
Alan Young.
And a big “Thank You” to Alan for his assistance, support and video filming. Ed.
*********KEEPING IT UP by Hein Jonker(This article is reproduced with the kind permission of Hein Jonker and Bike Talk Magazine)
Group RidingMotorcycling is primarily a solo activity, but for many, riding as a group -- whether with friends on a Sunday morning ride or with an organized motorcycle rally -- is the epitome of the motorcycling experience. Here are some tips to help ensure a fun and safe group ride: Arrive prepared. Arrive on time with a full gas tank. Hold a riders' meeting. Discuss things like the route, rest and fuel stops, and hand signals. Assign a lead and sweep (tail) rider. Both should be experienced riders who are well-versed in group riding procedures. The leader should assess everyone's riding skills and the group's riding style. Keep the group to a manageable size, ideally five to seven riders. If necessary, break the group into smaller sub-groups, each with a lead and sweep rider. Ride prepared. At least one rider in each group should pack a cell phone, first-aid kit, and full tool kit, so the group is prepared for any problem that they might encounter. Ride in formation. The staggered riding formation (see diagram below) allows a proper space cushion between motorcycles so that each rider has enough time and space to maneuver and to react to hazards. The leader rides in the right third of the lane, while the next rider stays at least one second behind in the right third of the lane; the rest of the group follows the same pattern. A single file formation is preferred on a curvy road, under conditions of poor visibility or poor road surfaces, entering/leaving highways, or other situations where an increased space cushion
or maneuvering room is needed. Avoid side-by-side formations, as they reduce the space cushion. If you suddenly needed to swerve to avoid a hazard, you would not have room to do so. You don't want handlebars to get entangled. Periodically check the riders following in your rear view mirror: If you see a rider falling behind, slow down so they may catch up. If all the riders in the group use this technique, the group should be able to maintain a fairly steady speed without pressure to ride too fast to catch up. If you're separated from the group, don't panic. Your group should have a pre-planned procedure in place to regroup, don't ride beyond your skills to catch up. For mechanical or medical problems, use a cell phone to call for assistance as the situation warrants.
CHOC FUNDRAISING DAY 12.8.2006The club has been asked if about 6 to 8 members could display their bikes and/or old cars at Athol Heights Primary School, 52 Methven Road, Westville from 10h00 until 14h00 as part of a fund raiser. Please speak to Rod Thomas if you can help. (phone 031 7621509 Cell 073 3656494
*********WORK PARTY 19 th August at 09h00. A work party will take place at 09h00 on 19.8.2006 to remove and sort all the items that are stored in the Clubhouse ceiling.Your help would be appreciated.
The SOUTHERN AFRICAN VETERAN AND VINTAGE ASSOCIATIONVETERAAN MOTORVERENIGING vir SUIDER AFRIKA
July 2006 NewsletterThe latest sales figures for June are that 62,701 new cars and trucks were sold in South Africa. This means that 2090 new vehicles will have taken to the roads every day during that month alone. The worst part is that not all the drivers have legitimate licences. This is because the wait for an appointment for learners is about 6 months and the same for the driving test, unless of course a reasonable amount of cash changes hands. R2, 500 apparently can buy you the whole lot as a package deal in a matter of days.What has this to do with the old car movement, one may well ask. The answer is: safety of our cars as well as ourselves. The modern driver does not take much notice of red robots, stop signs or solid white lines. Modern cars have bright indicator lights front and back. Amber globes have taken the place of amber glass or plastic in the lights in many cases.Looking at the cars on the Milligan I was surprised to see how few actually had separate indicators front or rear. The U.S. cars from the late 40’s had indicators, but these were part of the tail lights or front parking lights, and flashed red or white, which is not a satisfactory situation. Also the stop light goes out when that side is flashing. The front lights could be made a little safer if amber globes were used, but the rear really needs two new wires and separate lights to make them more visible. Ideally new indicator lamps front and rear would be the answer.Sommige van die ouer motors het geen flikker ligte nie, en net een rooi agter lig. Ek weet ons gebruik nie die motors in die aand, maar op die Milligan was daar een oggend baie mis, en onvoldoende ligte maak dit ‘n onveilige rit. Anders gestel, ‘n stel ligte, skakelaar en flikker sal nie meer as R300 kos nie. Wat se herstel kan jy op enige voertuig vir daardie geld doen? Ons is nog steeds gelukkig om ons motors op publieke paaie te mag gebruik. Laat ons nie die noodlot tart sodat die owerhede ons voorreg wegneem, omdat ons motors nie basiese veiligheids aspeckte soos ligte, het nie. ‘n Paar jaar tevore het John Meeks voorgestel dat alle ou motors ‘n flicker lig in die agter venster moet he. Ek dink hy het voorgestel die tipe lig wat gebruik word deur fiets ryers, wat beskikbaar is vir ‘n minimale koste. Op daardie stadium het dit verkeerd geklink, maar in retrospek sou dit van groot hulp gewees het in die Kaapse mis.6th August 2006 is the old favourite, the POMC Cars in the Park, this time at a new venue, Swartkops Raceway.The Vaal Old Wheels Club is hosting a 3 day event on 1st, 2nd and 3rd September 2006 on the banks of the Vaal River in Vanderbijlpark. This is a fun outing for the whole family. This is a very ambitious endeavor. For most of us, organising a one day event is quite enough. Let’s give them every support.October 2007 is the date for the Riley Rendezvous. Any Riley owners interested can get more details from Michael Davies on [email protected]. or fax 031-705 4778. The SAVVA AGM is being held on the 16th September 2006. If you are unhappy with anything, now is the time to tell your club delegate so that the matter can be raised on the day. Remember that the Piston Ring swop meet is on the next day, 17th September 2006.Best regards and happy motoring from the Kingdom of the Zulu.Fred
*********RESTORATION – DAVE COLLINSI have been busy for sometime restoring a 1938 BSA Empire Star 500cc OHV motorcycle.
Possibly because it is not eligible for the D.J. it does not evince much interest in Durban (or South Africa.) This is puzzling because it is quite an historic machine.A tuned up version was ridden at Brooklands by Wal Handley who was a top class racer in his day. Although he had retired, he was enticed out of retirement for this one ride, and lapped Brooklands at over 100 mph. In those days anyone lapping at over 100 mph was awarded the Brooklands Gold Star. The BSA management was so impressed with this that the following year the BSA Gold Star was introduced. Thus was the Gold Star born. Even today the family resemblance of BSA’s is very evident.
*********HAIRY MOTORCYCLING MOMENTS – DAVE STONE This is a case of ''write & be damned'', but the one incident in my motor cycling career that I shall always remember even when all others are fading from my progressively befuddled brain, will be one going back to 1962, when I was an apprentice fitter in the then, Royal Rhodesian Air Force, stationed in Salisbury. I had a 1952, sprung hub, Triumph speed twin, my first form of motorised transport ever, bought with savings, from an ex school chum in Bulawayo. Not an ideal bike for some of the rather rough secondary ''strip'' roads at that time, being ''sprung'' hub, but none the less, my P& Joy!!
Come one Friday with the rare chance of a week end off duty, my room mate Ken, also ex Bulawayo, & I decided to take a trip there & ''check it out'' as they say today. How to get there? On the boney of course. Oh, the exuberance of youth. So we set off, two up, minimum kit, at about dusk.
Salisbury to Bulawayo was about 400 kms. & I well remember there were numerous bad, dusty detours to contend with & as it would be, just to add to the fun, it was ''blerry cold’’. Well, the corrugations & notorious Triumph vibrations put paid to the headlight before we’d got very far. What to do? No options now. We pressed on in the pitch dark, hoping ''night vision'' would enable us to progress. It is amazing how ones eyes do adapt in the dark, but there are limitations as we were to find out. Of course the odd car approaching ruins it all for a while.
Getting on near to Bulawayo now, early hours of the morning, frozen stiff, & just wanting to get this hell over with, we were boring along when we passed very, VERY close to several grey shapes in the middle of the road. What were those? We had miraculously just missed hitting some donkeys!!
The memory of that ride still haunts me, especially the thought of how close I came to killing the both of us. Needless to say I've never liked riding at night since, & should the headlamp clock out, I'll walk thanks very much!!
*********LIBRARY – Dave Stone Thanks to all who have donated books & magazines for the library recently. They are much appreciated, & will expand our '' browsers'' section with some good reading. The w/shop manuals have been included in the marques section for loan to aspiring restorers. There are bundles of older, but good quality reading M/C magazines for sale at R20 bundle. See me for details.Dave Stone.
Think Biker Safety and join the national motorcycle safety awareness drive. The Think Bike Campaign highlights some key safety concerns and urges riders and motorists to help reduce motorcycle accidents through:
Increased awareness of, and alertness about, motorcycles on the road. Training and education initiatives for bikers, and the wearing of proper protective gear.
Bikers and drivers across the country are encouraged to participate in the campaign’s awareness raising activities. Become involved and spread the message of safety. Put stickers on all your vehicles, wear the campaign branded t-shirt, e-mail your friends and register for Think Bike membership.
(The Think Bike Campaign is a registered non-profit organisation.).
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ILL AND INFIRMI’m sorry to report that Mike Butler’s condition has worsened and he is seriously ill. Our thoughts and prayers go to Jenny and family members.Also in and out of hospital have been Barney and Phyllis Barnett and we wish them a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing them at future club meetings.Joan Meldrum has undergone surgery and we wish her a speedy recovery.To all our other “Walking Wounded” we thank you for your dedication to attending club functions despite your setbacks.
CONDOLENCESIt is with regret that we record the passing of Len de Kramer. Len joined the Club in 1994 and was a regular attendee at our monthly main meetings until he fell ill.Our sympathy and condolences go to his wife and family members. He will be remembered on our Roll of Honour. Our sympathy and condolences go to Edwin White, Bianca and family on the loss of his father, and to Chris James and family on the loss of his mother.
*********Eye of the Fish EagleOn 3.6.2006 the eagle’s eye saw 4 bikes on show, 13 in the Paddyfield and one sidecar. Congratulations to John Paul for winning the Showbike Trophy.
1.7.2006The keen eye of the Fish eagle spotted 3 bikes on show, as well as 5 in the Classic Park, 1 sidecar and 22 bikes in the Paddyfield. Congratulations to Ray Nell whose BSA won the Concours Trophy.100 Club:3.6.2006 1. R500 Gerald Hall
2. R20 Barcard Wayne Bagley3. R10 Barcard Shirley Jensen
Liz’s Raffle was won by Gerald Hall
1.7.2006 1. R500 Rob Wiles2. R20 Barcard Raymond Meyer3. R10 Barcard Bob Cogill
SPCA Raffle1st Prize Boswell (Des Pistorius’ dog.)2nd Prize Graham Gain3rd Prize Rob Wiles
*********For SaleRoyal Enfield 1959 Clipper 250 - With original logbook and manual. R 7000.00Call Tim - 039 -971 9219 or 083 626 9929
1981 BMW R100RS. 35000 kms. Panniers. Original condition. R25000.00Phone Ashleigh Hamer .031 2660198 or Cell 082 51430541980 CBX 1000cc R25000.00 o.nc.o. Phone Michael Timm 082 411 097
*********WantedCamshaft for BSA 250 C15.Call Hans - 039 - 695 0730 or 083 278 4697
Wanted - Honda 450 Black Bomber spares - All the gauges --Silencer - even an old one so that I can get the correct shape to have them made up from stainless steel.-side covers- A picture or pamphlet.And last but not least a workshop manual.Thanx - Ian Laight - Scottburgh 0835644347-0399761050
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2006N.B: - VTBA = Venue to be announced
KZN / SCR = KwaZulu Natal Short Circuit RacingVSCC = Vintage Sports Car Club
AUGUST 2006
Saturday 5thMain Meeting “Post Classic Trophy”.1981 to 1995. SAVVA dating not required. Winner by popular vote.
Sunday 6th KZN /SCR at Masons Mill. Enquiries to Geoff Isaacs or Bob West.
Tuesday 8th Committee meeting 19h30
Saturday 12th Midlands Meeting VSCC clubhouse Oribi Pmb
Sunday 13th Club to Club Breakfast Run leaves the clubhouse at 07h30.
Thursday 17th/Friday 18th/Saturday 19th Transvaal “Magnum Regularity Trial”
Saturday 19th WORK PARTY 09h00Social Meeting 12h30
Friday 25th Braai night 18h30
SEPTEMBER 2006
Saturday 2ndMain Meeting 12h30 “Best Sidecar Trophy” Outfits from any era. SAVVA dating not applicable. Winner by popular vote.
Sunday 3rd WARTBURG ECONOMY RUN Enquiries to Derek Pirie
Wednesday 6th Committee meeting 19h30
Saturday 9th Midlands Meeting VSCC clubhouse Oribi Pmb
Sunday 10th Pinetown Street Racing, enquiries to Bob West or Geoff Isaacs
Wednesday 14th Deadline for Shoptorque
Saturday 16th SAVVA AGM
Saturday 16th Social Meeting 12h30
Sunday 17th KZN / SCR at Masons Mill. Enquiries to Geoff Isaacs or Bob West
Friday 29th Braai night 18h30
OCTOBER 2006
Saturday 7thMain Meeting 12h30. Best AJS/Matchless SAVVA dating not applicable. Winner by popular vote.
Wednesday 11th Committee Meeting 19h30
Saturday 14th Midlands Meeting VSCC clubhouse Oribi Pmb
Sunday 15th KZM / SCR at Masons Mill Enquiries to Bob West or Geoff Isaacs
Saturday 21st Social Meeting 12h30
Sunday 22ndBreakfast Run in aid of SOUTH COAST HOSPICE. Departs clubhouse 07h30 All members/family/friends welcome.
Friday 27th Braai night 18h30
NOVEMBER 2006
Saturday 4th Main Meeting 12h30 “Best Classic Racer” Trophy. Any racer, any era.Winner by popular vote.
Sunday 5th KZN / SCR at Masons Mill enquiries to Geoff Isaacs or Bob West
Wednesday 8th Committee Meeting 19h30
Friday 10th/Saturday 11th “Fairest Cape Regularity Trial”
Saturday 11th Midlands Meeting 12h30 VSCC clubhouse Oribi Pmb.
Wednesday 15th Deadline for Shoptorque
Saturday 18th “Strawberries in November” swap meet 12h00. Social meeting 12h30
Sunday 19th Breakfast Run to Howick Falls leaves clubhouse at 07h30.
Friday 24th Braai Night 18h30
Saturday 25th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 14H00
DECEMBER 2006
Saturday 2nd Main Meeting 12h30 “Day of the Harley” No voting. No trophy. Free lucky draw.
Saturday 2nd/Sunday 3rd Motorcycle festival at Masons Mill
Sunday 3rd Breakfast Run to Masons Mill. Leaves clubhouse at 07h30
Wednesday 6thYear end Committee Meeting and Race Meeting 19h30 followed by snacks and refreshments.
Saturday 9th Midlands Meeting 12h30 VSCC Clubhouse Oribi Pmb
Saturday 16th Social meeting 12h30 Kiddies Xmas Party 14h00
Saturday 23rd Xmas Eve traditional afternoon braai 12h00 on.
Sunday 31st New Years Eve Social 19h00 on
NB. It is possible that one Masons Mill event could be swapped for an event at Richards Bay new track.
The following are dates and venues for CBR (150cc) events
Sunday 5th March Masons Mill
Saturday 25th March Phakisa
Saturday 29th April Kyalami
Sunday 14th May (Mothers Day) Sun Coast Casino
Saturday 10th June Pietersburg
Saturday 8th July Swartkops
Sunday 6th August Masons Mill
Sunday 10th September Pinetown Street Racing
Sunday 17th September Idube
Saturday 21st October Swartkops
