2fl1S/201li Office Bearers President: Scott Agnew

Secretary: Daniel Guillon (02)65731050

Treasurer: Steve Phillpott

Registrar: Simon Crebert (02) 65775525

John Smith (02) 65722357 Ross Morgan (02) 65722485 Peter Heher

Regalia: Gerry Winter

Publicity Officer: Graham Cox (02) 65733278

APPOINTED PUBLIC OFFICER: Daniel Guillion

Journal Editor: Terrie-Ann Swan 0400423860

Email: scceditor@hotmail.com OR terrie-ann_swan@live.com.au

Website: http://carclubs.shannons.com.au/singletoncmc

All correspondence should be directed to:

The Secretary, Singleton Classic motorcycle Club

Po Box 255 Singleton NSW 2330

DISCLAIMER The opinion of correspondents, advertisers and contributors expressed in this journal are not

necessarily those of the Committee or the Singleton Classic Motorcycle Club Inc.

President Scott's Report

Well thanks to the industry downturn around here & the need to

be easy on our magazine sponsor, our mag doesn't come out as

often as would be ideal, but, in the words of the Buddhists "it is

what it is". Thanks to Terrie-ann for keeping up the effort, I know

how hard it is to stay motivated doing something that you sort of

fall out of the swing with. Believe me its easier if the work is

constant as long as its not overwhelming.

Some members have asked if we can produce a calendar for club

events so all members are in the know, so here it is. First

weekend of May is our annual rally. Exactly 6 months later on the

first weekend of November is the clubs annual overnight ride.

These are locked in Eddie, write em on your calendar every year

& you have it. All other events are discussed at the meetings &

published on our website, stay in touch & you will always know

what's going on.

Christmas is coming up & this year we have decided not to have

a dinner, but as it's a family club then we will have lunch. 6th of

December is the date, Broke park is the venue, bring your bikes,

kids, grand kids, & whatever else you think would be ideal. Santa

may even be attending, hope he gets me what i wan t ! ! . More at

the meeting where hopefully the mag is published.

I am not convinced by the RMS' new historic rego rules. In my

opinion the sell f rom the pollies is far too eager & even though

they say clubs have been consulted, I know of no one that was

asked their opinions. We need to be careful that the car clubs

desire to be able to drive their cars anywhere & hire them for

weddings doesn't ruin what we have. Just have a think about it, if

you can ride your bike for 15 days in 3 months anywhere you like,

then why bother with club rides & rallies? The new rules are not

designed to promote club social activities & as your bike can be

on the road more often, guess what, rego, especially green slips

will go up & comprehensive insurance could too. Funny how

when these & many other challenging questions were asked of

our local member he was unable to give answers even after being

able to investigate for weeks. Don't be afraid, but be suspicious or

alternatively trust the pollies. I know where I stand. I will

personally be drafting a letter for the transport minister asking for

answers to many questions I will make it available & if you agree

you can send one with your name on it too.

Stay on track.

Moree Trip by Martin Typed by Ella Participants Terry Dunn 1990 Kawasaki 750 Jerry Winter 1992 Kawasaki 1100 Billy Shepherd 2011 Kawasaki W800 Neil Cooke 2002 Kawasaki ZX6R Max Dawson 2007 BMW R1200R Martin Charles 1981 BMW R100CS Jeff Flynn 2005 Suzuki GS500F "Bucko" Downes 2008 Honda CBF100 Les Wilkes 2011 Triumph Bonneville T100 Richard Helm 1962 BSA 650 Rochet Cold Star

With a fine day and the temperature rising we got away on the Wednesday at 9am. A hard days ride ahead of us (484Kms) taking the longer way to Moree via Quirindi, Werris Creek, Tamworth and then up the Fossickers Way, Manilla, Barraba, Bingara, Warialda and into Moree. This back route wwas much more picturesque, less busy and more interesting ridethan the direct new england highway route which would contitute our Friday return ride. Thankfully it was a cool day. we were to encounter numerous roadworksand just got caught by a 90 truck coal train in one spot (no point letting the engine idle). An excellent lunch was had at a hotel in West Tamworth. At this point Richard returned alone to Singleton, hopefully he will be able to do the three days when we do another trip in March 2016.

So up the Fonickers way we went, a lovely ride, in Barraba Bucko decided at an intersection to take a gap from an oncoming red P-plater famale driver, but the usually ever reliable honda must have found a fake neutral. I was next at the giveway sign and will never forget the wide-eyed look on the girls face as she realised that she might indeed collide with him, luckily Hondas often their riders are solid, to there was just enough momentum to glide out of the way in time. Mine was the only historic bike on the run and as luck would have it sustained period of travelling over 4000revs saw the reurn of my mystery "run rough" on the heat of the day obviously new plugs, new HT leads and a new type of oil system have not solved the problem, but like all BMW's things can go wrong but they rarely leave you stranded, She was fine all the way there and back home so long as i maxed 3900 revs. Thankyou to all those who took a turn shadowing me at the rear of the pack. Next stop Bingara a long one as all 9 bikes had to line up for one premium pump, as we were eaving a women had Max in her rear blind spot and only a quick reaction by Max prevented her backing right into him.

After nearly 9 hours of in and out of the saddle we arrived at out destination, a drink (or Two), relaxation and a great dinner at the nearby taven with its DL3 mascot parked out the front was the order of the da. The Gwydir caravan park has its own hot spring water pools available for free to its guests, they range in temperature from 39 degrees to a cool pool, very relaxing and refreshing but also debilitating to the legs, you couldnt ride with 2-3hours of taking in the waters while in the hot water the guys spent most of their time reminiscing about the good old dayd of mining and the many amusing incidents an stories the had to tell, very fascinating to an outsider like me. The very friendly lady who owned the kiosk in the park made the best egg and bacon rolls ive had in a long time. The temperature in Moree had dropped to the low 20s for Thursday and Friday. Much appreciated by the riders. Wednesdy night had even seen a quiet violent thunderstorm but not to close to us. Thursday night rissoles bangers and mash went down well, this had been a truley great idea of Terry's and before leaving we were already planning another 3 day trip in march 2016, the intention being that it become an annual event for the mid month riders. Fridays return journey down the Newell Highway saw a good quality, but not much straighter and busier highway, it would be quicker for this reason and the stretchers of 110km zones. We were back in Singleton by about mid afternoon. A great trip and holiday had by all, once again all our thanks go to Terry Dunn, WELL DONE. p.s The inordinate number of Kawasakis is a worrying trend and shoud be by all self respecting historic motorcycling clubs

Martin Charles

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THRILLS!! THRILLS!!

S I N G L E T O N

SPEEDWAY R BO by Singleton M otor Cycle Club

Under Sanction from _N.D:M.C.A. ,

Saturday, March 26 192 7

Racing at i p.m. Sharp

2 OPEN HANDICAPS 1 MATCH RACE

Entries Close on SATURDAY, 19th March £ 7 0 Prize Money

A Large Number of Competitor* have already signified their intention of beating their best tin.es. so good sport is anticipated.

Roll up and Support Your Local Spocdwjiy Opposite Railway Station, K U I M O

Good provision is being m idc for the car owmrs to face the rin^ to "witness events from their cars.

Admission: Adults 2/-, Children 1/-, VehlolM 1/-A. H. DAVRY, Hon. Secretary, A.B.C. Chambers,

Bude«t Print, Singleton

POLL POSITION ON THE CRID

Name: Ray Chapman

Bike: 1940 BSA M22 500cc OHV under resoration

The Flag Drops Now

Your earliest Motorcycle Memory: ...My Big Brothers 1946 Royal Enfield.

At School I: got the cane most Thursday mornings for going to the movies on Wednesday afternoon instead of sport.

| Like talking about: Anything except politics.

My Mother and Father always told me: Respect your elders, but there are not many left now.

What i dont find amusing: Bobbers, Choppers and trickes.

I wish i had: More grandchildren than one grandson and one granddaughter.

My happiest moment was: Retiring in 1996 as part owner of the business where i joined as a fitter and machinist.

My First Motorcycle was: A 1949 Tiger 100 in 1950.

My Worst Job was: putting bodies from the morgue fridge into their caskets.

1 often wonder: What woud of happened if i had taken a New Guinea job offer.

My Favourite Rally: Singleton (my home town)

The hardest thing i have ever done was: Tell me uncle to shoot his dog, so that he could be relocated to an aged care home.

Mv Greatest fear is: My Best Mate, my Wife predeceasing me.

POLL POSITION ON THE CRID

Name: Denis Paget

Bike:

2012 HD Ulfru Classic & HRD S/car

The Flag Drops Now Your earliest Motorcycle Memory: The story my dad told of putting his Indian through the guard rail on Redbourneberry bridge (didn't take the bend). At School I: I was a very good Boy

I Like talking about: Motorbikes (especially Harley Davidsons), Music, Family, almost anything except work.

Mv Mother and Father always told me: Mum- Do your piano practice and go to church. Dad- Big ducks cant squat, big elephants cant trot, your mad and i am not.

What i dont find amusing:

People texting/talking on phones when they shouldn't.

i wish i had:

Every motorbike that i've owned.

My happiest moment was: Marrying my beautiful wife Joanne on the 3rd DECEMBER 1977.

My First Motorcycle was: Suzuki 380 CT brought new at Teasdales 1972.

My Worst Job was:

Cleaning the separators at Singleton Dairy Co.

I often wonder: Where i would be if i hadn't failed the spelling test for entry into the Police Cadets. My Favourite Rally: I enjoy them all - The company, the bikes and seeing different countryside.

The hardest thing i have ever done was: I've given 6 evlogies- they are always hard.

Mv Greatest fear is: Still being alive when the harley lineup is all electric.

I wish i never had: Sold the motorbikes that i have.

The Motorcycle that i'd like to own:

The captain America bike from easy rider, (sorry chappy its a chopper).

20th ANNNUAL NATURELAND RALLY 6th to 8th November 2015

Ross Morgan and I ventured north for the 20th Natureland Rally held always on the first full weekend in November. Joanne and I had the sidecar on the trailer and driving through constant rain on Thursday when Ross and his passenger (picked up in Newcastle on the way) gave a Royal Wave as they went past. The rain had been falling for the past few days so it was a bit soggy underfoot at South West Rocks. Joanne and I caught up with Norm and Myrtle Papworth before checking into our motel.

Friday....sun shining and the rain gone which was a surprise. We headed out to Hat Head for the 1pm start Friday ride. Around 40 riders on the ride which took us along a few of the many waterways around this area. We rode up through Kinchela, over Smithtown Bridge to Summer Island Road...all beautiful riding even if a bit bumpy at times (Joanne was in the sidecar so I was looking for the smooth path).

We headed towards South West Rocks via Plummer's Lane and Back Creek to a little cafe called Tasty Treats where it was time for a chat before a coffee/tea or cold drink (it was a bit hot even on the coast). The riders headed to their various motels/cabins/tents etc after this short but ride pleasant ride. Joanne and I went to the beach for a dip then fish n chips for dinner.

Saturday... another beauty....Joanne and I rode to Hat Head (where Ross was staying for the weekend), signed on (109 registered riders plus club members plus those who turned up on the day), had a yarn then at 9:30am we were off. Another enjoyable ride through Gladstone, winding our way beside the beautiful Belmore River. Morning tea was at Sherwood Hall (biggest scones I've ever seen) then time to mount up and over the Macleay River, through Willawarrin to the small village of Bellbrook for lunch.

The Macleay River was very inviting...it was warm again...pity there was no time for a swim. The riders made their way back to the coast and met again for the rally dinner at Hat Head Bowling Club. Joanne and I were heading off early on Sunday so after an enjoyable night said our goodbyes to friends at the dinner.

Sunday...IT POURED so I was told (certainly did on the way home...stopped raining at Beresfield) and the Sunday ride turned into a Sunday chat before a farewell brunch. Another top time spent in this beautiful part of N.S.W.

Cheers, Denis

The Annual Overnight Ride. After a week of rain it was possible that the annual overnight ride was going to be a rather moist affair, but the forecast was good for the most part & so it was that 6 bikes & 1 ute (father & son back up team) set off from Townhead park in the morning. I should note here that the back up team actually had no trailer & as such carrying a bike in the twin cab 4x4 may have been a challenge, plenty of tools was the answer, fix it no matter was the philosophy. Following along behind, I thought that the ride to Gresford was fairly uneventful, but this was not the case. Scooter on the old DT would be needing fuel at Gresford & so I thought best buy a fuel can for back up. I wish someone had thought of that for me in the past!. No need for the fuel can, nurse the bike home as it was starting to "lean out" & hope it didn't nip up. As Patto had only meant to ride his new addition to the stable that far anyway, 2 down already. Dungog for a cup of coffee & Phil tells us that he has to go back too, couldn't get a full weekend leave pass, so now down to 3 bikes. From this point on the 5 of us decided that that was the end of the attrition rate, Gloucester for lunch & up Thunderbolts way. Through the beautiful countryside made even better by the recent rains. Even Walcha was green. The New England Hotel Motel was our home for the night, the beer was cold & food fine. Next morning was a little brisk, but not cold & after some breakfast off we went. Wacha Road, Bendemeer, Neminga, Nundle & coffee. More fantastic scenery & Nundle is a great relaxing place for a rest & a chat with some grey nomad who obviously wasn't allowed to talk in the car! Back out to the New England Highway & Scone for lunch at the Thoroughbred Hotel. Cheapest meal we had all weekend too. From there a short trip home & not a spot of rain, considering it had been raining just about everywhere else, it shows determination, faith & not really caring anyway works a treat. Thanks to Richard, Steve, Bucko & Scooters bag for taking the whole trip with us. (Scooters bag ran a muck at Walcha, I took some photos but they can't be published!). Thanks to Patto, Scooter & Phil for at least making the effort to come some of the way.

THE EVOLUTION OF THE MOTORCYCLE

On the first day, God created the Heavens, the Earth, and the Wiseman's Ferry Road. But her wasn't happy.

His kingswood would sway on the corners, crawl up the hills and use heaps of juice.

On the second day, God took a new track, he created the step through. He enjoyed the wind in his hair ( he hadn't created helmets then), it was fun and used bugger all petrol, but it still crawled up hills.

So on the third day God created the Honda Four, and it, flew up the hills, with four-into-ones, it sounded better, it never broke down, but the corners remained a problem. Yet he had tasted power and craved for more.

Thus on the Fourth day, he added two more cyclinders to his Honda and created Adrenalin. His insurance premium doubled and it cost a fortune to get the tappets done. He also created fear (his hair turned white), and the cliche "enough is enough".

On the Fifth day God blew a couple of joints, had a rap with Willy G, and created a Harley Davidson. He would cruise up and down the hills in top gear, and pick up heaps of babes. He would get off on the note. But the hog was to heavy, broke down a lot and handled like the kingswood.

Then on the Sixth day, he made the Bonneville, he would still pick up the babes outside the Wisemans pub and it sounded good. His bike was light and for the first time, the corners were fun. It handled. God was stoked. But the vibrations gave him a pain in the arse. His kidneys were history, it was a touch gutless and he run out of juice every 100 miles.

He wasn't happy, but shit he was close.

So finally on the seventh day, God produced a motor-cycle with the speed of a Honda, the totque of a Harley and the handling of a Triumph, he could afford the petrol, tune it him self, pick up chicks, and still blow off Ducatis through the corners. He called his bike BMW, and he was Happy.

Brief History of the Singleton Classic Motorcycle Club:

The year was 1987 and a young E d Rci l ly and Andy Garland placed an ad in the local paper for motorcyclists with an interest in old bikes to form a classic bike club in Singleton. Little did he know that the club would become the longest running bike club in Singleton's history (and still going strong).

About 1/2 a dozen young locals and 4 from Scone turned up at the A G I Hotel in response to this invitation. So the club was formed and originally named Upper Hunter Classic Motorcycle Club.

Elections were called for and held with the following positions being filled:

President: Peter Salmon Treasurer: Greg Franks Secretaiy: Peter Heher

Within six months of the club's formation we had grown to about 30 members. We even had members from a patch club turn up at one of our meetings to check that we weren't approaching on their territory. The next 18 months, although unsettled, were defining in the club's development. Those only concerned with partying lost interest, the Scone members formed their own club, and we changed our name to The Singleton Classic Motorcycle Club.

In the following years we held static displays, an annual poker run, family events and supported many local functions and charities. Our club was heading in the right direction with a core group of dedicated, genuine members.

In 1994 we were approached by the Classics Enthusiasts Motorcycle Club to host a rally. After the second year we decided we could hold

the rally by ourselves. So in 1996 the club(about 30 members strong) held our first rally and what a success! We have never looked back.

The club has always been a non profit organization, giving money and time to worthy causes. In our very first year we donated $ 1000 to the rescue helicopter. I believe we would have donated about $30,000 to date to different charities.

The last ten years have seen the club grow stronger with many new members joining. A t our monthly meetings we get about 50% of members turning up which is an awesome feat in itself as a lot of people work rotating rosters, shift work etc.

A s a founding member I would like to thank all members, past and present and their wives and partners, for their support as it is you people that make the club what it is.

Singleton Classic Motorcycle Oub

Christmas Party Sunday 6th December 2015

At 11am MacNamara Park Broke

BBQ Lunch with a visit from Santa

HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS

A SAFE AW HAPPY 2016.

OUR THOUqHTS & WELL tWSHES ARE WITH OUR UNWELL fWD

INJURED MEMBER.