Yes, it is noise tests, i.e. plural, these days because you have to pass the ACU static noise test at 105dBA and most circuits also have a ‘drive-by’ system which you must pass as well. The drive-by systems measure the total noise generated as the race day progresses and can also pick out individual bikes…
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All the team here at the museum want to thank everyone who has given to our first Covid-19 raffle… As promised, the funds raised are being used directly for the purpose of reopening the museum for a limited number of days James Hewing, Museum Director Museum Triumph Over Adversity Recovery Appeal Raffle 2021 The Lansdowne…
The Lansdowne Classic Series has been sponsored by the National Motorcycle Museum for many years – now is our opportunity to lend them our collective support. Coronavirus has hit museums hard as they rely on the footfall of their visitors to keep the wheels turning. The Museum has launched some initiatives to ease the situation…
Well, here we are fellow Lansdowne racers, bodies and bikes tuned to perfection awaiting the start of the 2020 season, all praying that the pandemic that threatens us all is reducing and as most of us are facing a return to work and the new normal life. It leaves in its wake the classic motorcycle…
Recollections of our first Lansdowne season by Ken Perch In 2018 I decided to change from parading to racing and competed with the CRMC on a 500 Manx. It was an interesting year and a steep learning curve as it was obvious I would never be able to upgrade my license to National due to…
Early-season commentary by Tony Perkin Spring approaches, the daylight hours eat into the gloomy winter darkness, anticipation stirs in every rider. Hibernating Lansdowne pilots stretch taught tendons with the promise of the upcoming season being their best yet. The first buds are appearing on the trees, we are finishing work in the light and returning…
The story of a 499cc Rudge Syndicate racer, by Mike Farrall I guess as time goes on, top all-round racers, the likes of Tyrell will be forgotten as more and more new names take accolades at the forefront of racing. He has become my Rudge racer hero over the years with more and more of…
The 20th Lansdowne season review The 2018 classic racing season was made up of 23 races at seven meetings with five different clubs at six circuits. Each of the four classes have an important sponsor, Bonhams the Auctioneers, The National Motorcycle Museum, Avon Tyres and The Classic Motorcycle magazine. Classic bike racing throughout 2018 The…
