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Thread: Barry Symmons has passed away, after a short illness
Post: RE: Barry Symmons has passed away, after a short i...
| (06-03-2024, 08:37 AM)captainsparkledotcom Wrote: The former boss of JPS Norton & Honda Britain has passed away, aged 79, R.I.P.
https://www.newsletter.co.uk/sport/motor...ed-4544141
I met Barry... |
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Other Race Meetings - MotoGP, WSB & BSB, Irish Roads etc -
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07-03-2024, 08:56 PM |
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Thread: Oulton Park
Post: RE: Oulton Park
| (12-01-2024, 03:13 PM)Revvin rich Wrote: As far as I can see there will only be 5 bike meetings at Oulton this year which is poor.
The hire fees and falling rider numbers make it uneconomical for cl... |
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14-01-2024, 03:08 PM |
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Thread: Gary Johnson out of TT 2023
Post: RE: Gary Johnson out of TT 2023
| (25-05-2023, 08:10 AM)c iom tt Wrote: Came off with a lot of other riders on antifreeze that had been dropped by a previous competitor?I remember back in the day, six 125's down at Cascades, Oulton ... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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25-05-2023, 04:08 PM |
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Thread: NW200 Top Team and riders withdrawn
Post: RE: NW200 Top Team and riders withdrawn
| (12-05-2023, 04:27 PM)ian333 Wrote: Not sure what answer you are looking for here. What always seems to be lost when situations like these arise is this - we are all in this together. We all want ro... |
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12-05-2023, 05:27 PM |
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Thread: Dunlop tyres.
Post: RE: Dunlop tyres.
| (05-06-2022, 02:31 PM)scaramanga Wrote: It was said in pits hickmans looked OK
Is it a compound issue or just poor quality controller at factory. 1 thing for sue it don't do the confidence much go... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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06-06-2022, 08:30 PM |
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Thread: Work ongoing to attract marshals to TT 2022
Post: RE: Work ongoing to attract marshals to TT 2022
| The scary thing is, and no offence to all involved, what is the average age of marshals these days. It is becoming obvious and a concern at many race meetings there are very few younger marshals joini... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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13-05-2021, 03:27 PM |
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Thread: Easter Match Races
Post: RE: Easter Match Races
| (02-04-2021, 12:22 PM)bsa499 Wrote: How strange it is to spend a second Easter in lockdown, albeit with somewhat reduced restrictions. I recall Easter being, essentially, the start of the UK motorcy... |
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Owl Man |
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04-04-2021, 08:19 PM |
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Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?
| That looks like Aberscare to me! |
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ALL Photographs and Video Shots etc...
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15-12-2020, 09:39 PM |
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Thread: Who, What, Where, When?
Post: RE: Who, What, Where, When?
| (06-11-2020, 12:36 AM)Alfie Noakes Wrote: I don't have a program, some riders I know, others i'm working off machine, plate colour and sponsor... 27 I think is Andy Jackson on a NSF250, newcomers pr... |
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06-11-2020, 05:23 PM |
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Thread: Thruxton clash with TT Superbike Saturday in 2021
Post: RE: Thruxton clash with TT Superbike Saturday in 2...
| I think it is becoming more obvious that there won't be a TT in 2021. I don't think BSB are trying to undermine the TT, as with other organisations and clubs they are looking at a later start to the s... |
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31-10-2020, 11:44 AM |
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Thread: BACK TO BSB FOR HICKY AFTER ENDURANCE EXPERIENCE
Post: RE: BACK TO BSB FOR HICKY AFTER ENDURANCE EXPERIEN...
| No self isolation after returning from France? |
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Other Race Meetings - MotoGP, WSB & BSB, Irish Roads etc -
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03-09-2020, 04:06 PM |
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Thread: Pre TT Classic - 2020 – What Might Have Been!
Post: RE: Pre TT Classic - 2020 – What Might Have Been!
| I had to chuckle to my self at some of the names who hadn't entered at the time of writing, some I would have expected to be in that situation. Old habits die hard :icon_biggrin: |
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03-06-2020, 08:42 PM |
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Thread: TT Live App.
Post: RE: TT Live App.
| I used live timing for the first time last night and although I class myself as a bit of a technophobe, I soon got the hang of it. I found that being able to see all the sectors on the one page a big ... |
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General Discussion
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29-05-2019, 04:56 PM |
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Thread: Mike Hailwood - 38 years ago
Post: RE: Mike Hailwood - 38 years ago
| (23-03-2019, 09:22 PM)Rednine Wrote: An avoidable careless accident in which Mike and his children were complete innocent parties.
What a terrible waste, will never forget my shock and disbelief on ... |
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General Discussion
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23-03-2019, 10:07 PM |
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Thread: Abrupt End for Hillier During IOM TT Senior Race
Post: RE: Abrupt End for Hillier During IOM TT Senior Ra...
| Exactly...confusion. I felt for the loan flag marshal watching the actions at the next point. In saying that 'if in doubt hang it out' flag that is. He does seem to go for a radio at some stage, why w... |
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Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments
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11-06-2018, 11:13 PM |
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Thread: Abrupt End for Hillier During IOM TT Senior Race
Post: RE: Abrupt End for Hillier During IOM TT Senior Ra...
| Have a look again on Youtube 'Barregarrow Incident' draw your own conclusions, I will hold mine at the moment!
:icon_frown: :dodgy: :huh: :icon_exclaim: |
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Information, Press Releases etc & Your Comments
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09-06-2018, 09:30 PM |
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Thread: Northern Ireland set to host World Superbike round as early as 2019
Post: RE: Northern Ireland set to host World Superbike r...
| I sincerely hope this doesn't go the same way as the Circuit of Wales. I think the 2019 time scale is a bit ambitious too.
One thing I did pick up on looking at the artist impression, where is the com... |
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02-02-2018, 09:01 PM |
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Thread: John McGuinness came off his bike and was taken to hospital.
Post: RE: John McGuinness came off his bike and was take...
| I think Guy mentioned trying to use the kerb/pavement and wall as a burm to try and slow down, hitting the kerb was after hitting false neautral. Never seen him so shuck up even after his big off at t... |
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Owl Man |
2017 North West Postings
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05-06-2017, 02:38 PM |
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Thread: Roy Mooreisms
Post: RE: Roy Mooreisms
| (29-05-2017, 02:32 PM)sticky Wrote: he seems to have it a dim view of one particular Pre-TT Classic competitor. I wonder what 'effin' Owen's real Christian name is?Rider is Hefyn Owen from Anglesey... |
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General Discussion
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29-05-2017, 04:46 PM |
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Thread: Lee Johnston splits from Jackson Racing
Post: RE: Lee Johnston splits from Jackson Racing
| (25-05-2017, 03:14 PM)cookie77 Wrote: As far as im aware Lee was never riding the new fireblade, Jackson Racing were running the 2017 WSB spec machine.
Lot of noises that he had issues with Josh Br... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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26-05-2017, 07:54 PM |
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Thread: 4 disqualified in mondays race
Post: RE: 4 disqualified in mondays race
| Looks like James has a different view of things!
http://www.bikesportnews.com/news/news-d...tt-debacle |
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Owl Man |
Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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31-08-2016, 08:23 PM |
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Thread: 4 disqualified in mondays race
Post: RE: 4 disqualified in mondays race
| (31-08-2016, 05:35 PM)Malcolm Wrote: Horst Saiger post on Facebook
My Statement
It's not funny to be disqualified and there are a lot of rumors, so I feel I need to say how I see the whole thing..... |
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Owl Man |
Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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31-08-2016, 08:22 PM |
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Thread: 4 disqualified in mondays race
Post: RE: 4 disqualified in mondays race
| Doubt this will be the last we here about this. Sounds like a miss interpritation of parts that can't be used, or at least I hope so. If it is about engine internals don't see how the riders can be he... |
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Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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30-08-2016, 08:45 PM |
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Thread: TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES CONFIRMS NEW WORLD LAND SPEED RECORD ATTEMPT WITH GUY MARTIN
Post: RE: TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES CONFIRMS NEW WORLD LAND SP...
| All that techno stuff an it still has 'gaffa' tape on it, lol! :crossfingers: |
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General Discussion
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05-08-2016, 09:06 PM |
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Thread: Thursday Practice and Race Day - Reports & Results
Post: RE: Thursday Practice and Race Day - Reports & Res...
| He is there Dave, 9th SBK, 11th S/Stock, 8th S/Sport. |
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2016 North West Postings
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12-05-2016, 09:16 PM |
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Thread: motors tv
Post: RE: motors tv
| I retuned my smart TV and it is back on Feeview at 240, watched some of Mexico Rally last night. Happy days! |
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General Discussion
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06-03-2016, 12:51 PM |
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Thread: Guy talks about his new book: ‘When You Dead, You Dead.’
Post: RE: Guy talks about his new book: ‘When You Dead, ...
| I got Guy's book for Christmas and couldn't put it down until I had finished it. A very interesting read even if as it seems he is trying to put the records straight on some of his actions. Hopefully ... |
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General Discussion
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01-01-2016, 10:41 PM |
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Thread: is Bruce still asleep?
Post: RE: is Bruce still asleep?
| I think he woke up, but the delay ment he could have a lie in!!! Pity about the second pit stop, was amazing following the live timeing on that last lap. Cracking race even if I could only listen to i... |
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Owl Man |
Manx Grand Prix & Former Classic TT
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31-08-2015, 07:52 PM |
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Thread: BSB on Quest TV Sunday
Post: BSB on Quest TV Sunday
| B.S.B. Live on Quest t.v. chanel 37 Freeview Sunday 12ish to 6ish |
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18-07-2015, 08:54 PM |
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Thread: Selfie Sticks
Post: RE: Selfie Sticks
| (02-07-2015, 05:50 PM)modulaire Wrote: Banning the sticks is a good idea.
The spectators are already close enough to the riders in certain sections like Hillberry.
And this video of Conor Cummins ... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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02-07-2015, 09:46 PM |
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Thread: Bad behaviour during TT?
Post: RE: Bad behaviour during TT?
| Absolutely disgusting behaviour I witnessed on the seafront at New Brighton, Wallasey, this afternoon!
There was a man and a woman there having an almighty argument in front of a load of kids who wer... |
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25-06-2015, 08:49 PM |
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Thread: Site Registrations
Post: RE: Site Registrations
| (19-06-2015, 05:45 PM)ericcane Wrote: Hi Malcolm,I can't for a minute begin to imagine the amount of hassle you've had to put up with and totally respect the reasons behind your decision.
For people... |
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ADMIN Posts - Everyone Please Read
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19-06-2015, 09:13 PM |
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Thread: GUY MARTIN - Winning?
Post: RE: GUY MARTIN - Winning?
| (17-06-2015, 02:15 AM)wsn03 Wrote: (16-06-2015, 08:33 PM)badlyoverdrawnboy Wrote: Don't get me wrong its all ifs and maybees but its just that lack of killer instinct, all very sporting but you k... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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17-06-2015, 10:44 PM |
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Thread: Enough is Enough
Post: RE: Enough is Enough
| So sorry it has come to this. I will miss my daily vist to this site. I don't blame you for your actions Malcolm you shouldn't have to face any form of abuse. I hope you catch the *******'s
Goodbye al... |
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17-06-2015, 10:26 PM |
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Thread: Wednesday 10th - TT Zero Race + Report & Results
Post: RE: Wednesday 10th - TT Zero Race + Report & Resul...
| Result sheet states 6 laps!!!! Sorry Total laps 6!! |
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Owl Man |
Race Week
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10-06-2015, 08:37 PM |
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Thread: TT spectator arrested after disturbance
Post: RE: TT spectator arrested after disturbance
| (08-06-2015, 03:07 PM)kestrel Wrote: Just read that the spectator arrested yesterday has been sentenced to 8 weeks in prison. Good enough for him and I sincerely hope that this sentence sends out a ... |
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08-06-2015, 07:07 PM |
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Thread: Gary Johnson
Post: RE: Gary Johnson
| (07-06-2015, 07:35 PM)Sam Pato Wrote: Probably feeling a bit better now he's found out that he got a top 6 all the same.
Report says there were two incidents at Guthries - wonder if there was any c... |
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07-06-2015, 07:45 PM |
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Thread: What Bikes Used to Sound Like
Post: RE: What Bikes Used to Sound Like
| For lovers of the Honda 6 this link is amazing http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7d3hdDgFMrQ it's bit long and in Japanese but just for the sounds at the begining is worth a look. It shows a complete s... |
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General Discussion
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09-04-2015, 09:52 PM |
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Thread: UK approves primary legislation for closed-road motorsport
Post: RE: UK approves primary legislation for closed-roa...
| Just to back up my earlier comment about any club being able to or wanting to run a Road Race. Have you seen New Brighton Prom recently? It would need a complete resurface and I can't see that happen... |
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General Discussion
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07-04-2015, 09:11 PM |
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Thread: UK approves primary legislation for closed-road motorsport
Post: RE: UK approves primary legislation for closed-roa...
| Seem to remember this conversation on the "other side". I think it's just for the elecky cars and possibly a few sprints. With due respect can't see any bike club wanting to or able to run a closed ro... |
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General Discussion
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01-04-2015, 09:11 PM |
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Thread: Guy Martin to race SSP at Donington next weekend
Post: RE: Guy Martin to race SSP at Donington next weeke...
| Must have made it up with Stuart Higgs!!! [Image: http://www.ttwebsite.com/forums/images/s.../nono2.gif] |
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28-03-2015, 09:16 PM |
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Thread: Road Racing 2014
Post: RE: Road Racing 2014
| (06-03-2015, 09:28 PM)sticky Wrote: Thurday night at Sulby Bridge - most of the people in this post seem to be called 'Owen'!
Bob Owen leading Meredydd Owen
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06-03-2015, 09:47 PM |
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Thread: TYCO BMW TEAM DECLARE TT RACES AMBITIONS AT HISTORIC HOUSE TEAM LAUNCH
Post: RE: TYCO BMW TEAM DECLARE TT RACES AMBITIONS AT HI...
| Got Metzeler on the fairings! |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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26-02-2015, 10:05 PM |
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Thread: CAMERON DONALD JOINS VALVOLINE RACING BY PADGETTS MOTORCYCLES FOR SUPERSPORT TT
Post: RE: CAMERON DONALD JOINS VALVOLINE RACING BY PADGE...
| Have I missed something who is McPint riding for in smaller classes? |
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12-02-2015, 10:02 PM |
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Thread: mike hailwood
Post: RE: mike hailwood
| My sentiments entierley "V Twin" have quoted the same feat many times. Film of the Mallory race was thought to have been lost/destroyed years ago but you can view it on Youtube try this link https://... |
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27-01-2015, 09:10 PM |
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Thread: Philip Island Classic Results Link
Post: RE: Philip Island Classic Results Link
| Just used link from Malcolm. Go to results race 4 "All" scroll down and you will find UK won!!!! Uk 617, Aus 575, USA 445, NZ 347.
Top three rders Ryan Farquhar, Connor Cummins, Jeremy McWilliams. Wel... |
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25-01-2015, 09:13 PM |
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Thread: mike hailwood
Post: RE: mike hailwood
| Hi Ian, simple answer, no we will never see the likes of Mike again, mainly because GP's are so different now, riders only ride in one class not two, three or even four on the same day. One could argu... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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24-01-2015, 10:01 PM |
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Thread: Surtees.
Post: RE: Surtees.
| (14-01-2015, 05:12 PM)ian charlton Wrote: I thought the chap did a fine job,made a nice change from the usual know it all ex racers,although i like them doing what they do.But this chap came over as... |
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General Discussion
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14-01-2015, 09:04 PM |
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Thread: Mike Hailwood.
Post: RE: Mike Hailwood.
| (14-12-2014, 11:59 PM)spannerman Wrote: (14-12-2014, 10:38 PM)Owl Man Wrote: Tom, thanks for reminding me of that race at Oultin Park, 1967 I think. I was watching from the Hill Top area on my fir... |
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TT Related Posts (Only)
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15-12-2014, 09:21 PM |
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Thread: Mike Hailwood.
Post: RE: Mike Hailwood.
| Tom, thanks for reminding me of that race at Oultin Park, 1967 I think. I was watching from the Hill Top area on my first visit to Oulton Park having arrived on the Crossville special bus service from... |
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