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APRIL/MAY 2005

Classic Motorcycle Club of NatalCommittee Members

(Phone Number Area Code is 031 unless otherwise stated)CHAIRMAN(Key Holder)

JIM CRAMER62 HILLTOP RDBLUFF 4052

(H) 466 2108Fax 466 2108

VICE CHAIRMAN/LIBRARIAN(Key Holder)

ALAN YOUNG152 ORIEL RDBLUFF 4052

(H) 467 7294(W) 902 3209CELL 082 653 8971

TREASURER(Key Holder)

RON DUKES32 INVERNESS49 SOUTH RIDGE RDGLENWOOD 4001

(H) 201 3316 (W) 265 3000FAX 265 3011CELL 082 465 5839E-mail: [email protected]

SECRETARY HAVERLEY DUKESAs above

(H) 2013316CELL 082 3967022E-mail: [email protected]

CLUB REGISTRAR ANDREW MATHER11 WINDSOR DRIVEDURBAN NORTH 4051

(H) 563 7986 (W) 3002281CELL 083 309 0233Fax:3056952 [email protected]

EDITOR HOWARD SINK170 EDMONDS ROADGLENWOOD4001

(W)5603172CELL 083 3002388E-mail: [email protected]

CLUBHOUSE MANAGER(Key Holder)

MIKE MATHEWS600 MARINE DRIVEBLUFF 4052

(H) 467 8648(W) 301 6422CELL 082 377 8580

PIST ‘n BROKE MANAGER LIZ MATHEWS (H) 467 8648DATING OFFICER GUS HEINZE

BANZAI 2 OAK AVENUEST WINIFREDS 4126

(H) 9163128CELL 082 9292844

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-ORDINATOR DEREK PIRIE36 MYRTLE RDGLENWOOD 4001

(H) 2056844(W) 9104636CELL 082 673 1335

SPARES MANAGER MICHAEL BURDENCLUSTERBOX 212CRESTHOLME. 3652

(W) 765 6012CELL: 083 4141988

100 CLUB ORGANISER SALOME VAN NIEKERKP O BOX 41587ROSSBURGH

(H) 4655831(W) 3612054

RACING COMMITTEECHAIRMAN

GEOFF ISACKS4 WINDHAM AVEHILLARY 4094

(W) 363 1629(H) 464 9121

REGALIA OFFICER AUBREY CILLIERS24 PASTOLL RDPINETOWN3610

(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 STOREMAN BADIE BADENHORSTP O BOX 39355QUEENSBURGH4070

(H) 4644148CELL 083 738 0527

mailto:[email protected]





RACING CLERK OF COURSE BOB WEST15 PLANTATION GROVEKISSIN LANEAMANZIMTOTI 4126

(H) 9036007(W) 4670382

Classic Motorcycle Club of Natalwww.webweavers.co.za/classicbikes

HEADQUARTERS POSTAL ADDRESS137 TARA ROAD P.O.BOX 21759BLUFF BLUFFDURBAN 4036

APRIL/MAY 2005CHAIRMANS CHIRPWell done to all who successfully completed this years D.J. Sincere sympathies to those who didn’t, no doubt most will have another go next year. As I write I have been unable to obtain a list of “who came where”. However, Congratulations to anyone who won a Trophy, especially to whichever of our members was the highest placed CMCN competitor. Once again having been roped in as a Marshal it was great to see all the bikes on their way once more. Having completed six D.J’s I am content to head on home after the last bike goes past, to enjoy a good breakfast and perhaps a bit of a snooze – remember the Marshals have to be in place in time to record the passing of the first bike, which leaves Sanlam Centre at 06h01. So I had to rise from slumber just after 04h00. Anyway in spite of brekky and snooze there is always a slight twinge of sorrow for not being mounted on my trusty old “32 Norton and heading for the finishing line in Gauteng.As you can see from the Calendar of Events as recorded in our Shoptorque of February/March, our Regularity trial takes place on 26th/27th/28th May. Haverley has the entry forms. Please read all about it in your last Shoptorque. Without doubt Ken Sink and his organizing team will love to see some new faces on the event. If you really enjoy motorcycling you will most certainly enjoy this event. Speak to Ron or Ken or any Committee member if you are interested and want to know more about it.Remember, remember, remember – our Bike Show at the RDLI Hall in Greyville Racecourse takes place on 22nd – 24th July 2005. At each Main Meeting I will announce the date of the forthcoming Show meeting. Please make an effort to attend so as to listen and to contribute ideas. Physical assistance for, and at the Show, will be much needed. Barbara Sink and Gavin Foster are busy doing their best to attract the Bike Trade. Gerald Alexander, who is also well known to the Bike dealers, has volunteered to act as “back-up” if and when required. Incidentally it was Gerald and his brother Jeff who started Jeff’s Motorcycles in Umbilo Road. Jeff was deeply involved in motorcycle racing, sidecars mostly, in days gone by.

Jim CramerChairman.

*********SUBS ARE NOW OVERDUE. If you have not paid or have not discussed the problem as to why not with Jim, Alan or Ron – then this will be your last Shoptorque.PLEASE TRY NOT TO LET THAT HAPPEN.

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Vice Chairman’s MegaphoneWhat an encouraging response to the chairman’s appeal for volunteers to sort out the spares container on Saturday the 26th February!14 members turned up including 2 ladies.Trees were trimmed, leaves were cleared off the roof & gutters and the container was cleared out and sorted; all parts to be kept were separated into a plastic crate and scrap was loaded onto a bakkie.In between scrubbing down walls and cleaning windows Liz Mathews and Veronica Hinks prepared tea, coffee, cold drinks and muffins for a relaxing break.The scrap was taken to the scrap dealers and fetched R150.00 for club funds, the container was neatly restocked and all was completed by noon. Many thanks to all those members for a job well done.

Breakfast RunsTwo runs to report on in this issue.Sunday 20th February organised by Bob West. A cool and overcast day with rain threatening, which probably accounts for the poor turnout of 6 bikes plus sweep at the clubhouse. But worse was to follow. When we got to Kloof Engen Garage not a single member was waiting.So we proceeded through the Valley of a 1000 Hills but not before one member dropped his bike in Hillcrest and broke the clutch lever. He will remain nameless suffice to say his bike was loaded onto the trailer and we carried on.Down in the valley at the bottom of “Wind Ridge” we arrived at a motorcycle shop, which I never knew existed, selling a variety of off road and MX bikes and all the kit and spares. We were able to buy a replacement clutch lever and the bike was back on the road. From there we went to the Castle in Shongweni on back roads I never knew existed (again) and had an enjoyable breakfast. Never once did it rain. Thanks Jim for driving the sweep and Bob for organising, what for him must have been a disappointing turnout.

Sunday the 13th MarchA much better turnout with 8 bikes leaving the clubhouse at 07h30 and meeting with another 7 at the Hyper Durban North. From there Dave Stone led us off along the coast road toward Ballito. At Westbrook we stopped for a test of accuracy. Accuracy at using a catapult that is. Dave produced 2 catties, some ironies and every one had a couple of shots at a tin can. Not one hit out of some 50 shots and then Dave casually hits it first shot just to show it’s a piece of cake! Makes one wonder how he spent his youth.From there we proceeded to the Wimpy in Ballito where 24 members sat down to breakfast. Thanks to Ray Nell for sweeping; he had a busy day with 2 breakdowns to load and tow. Thanks also to Dave Stone for organising the run. Makes one wonder what he has planned for the next one.

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New MembersWe welcome Chris Bettridge who was successful at Ballot on 5.2.2005. Enjoy the club Chris.

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Introduced on 5.3.2005 Don Stead To be voted for on 2.4.2005.*********

For Introduction To be announced.MEMBERSHIP REGISTER.New Membership Registers are available from Ron or Haverley Dukes at R15 per copy.A copy will be available at Main meetings so that members can check the accuracy of contact details (especially telephone numbers) and bikes.

*********CONGRATULATIONSBelated Congratulations are extended to Aubrey Cilliers and Salome van Niekerk for their excellent 5th Overall at The Fairest Cape Rally.To Gary Brown, who displayed the winning bike, a 1935 Sunbeam, in the competition for the “Golden Years Trophy” at our February Main meeting.And to Alan Young for his winning bike, a Honda 150cc, in the “Day of the Rising Sun” competition in April.Well done to you all.

*********MAIN MEETING SATURDAY 2 nd APRIL 2005 Commences at 12h30.”BAVARIAN MOTOR WERKE” day. BMWs of any era on display. SAVVA Dating NOT REQUIRED. No voting – no trophy. Free lucky draw

*********MAIN MEETING SATURDAY 7th MAY 2005Commences at12h30. “TIDDLERS DAY”. Any and all makes not exceeding 200cc on display. SAVVA Dating NOT REQUIRED. No voting – no trophy. Free lucky draw.

*********MAIN MEETING SATURDAY 4th JUNE 2005Commences at12h30. “SHOWBIKE TROPHY”.-1937 to 1980 inc. Must be SAVVA dated or dating applied for. Winner by popular vote.

********PLUMS IN MAY SATURDAY 21 ST MAY 2005 Commences 09h30.CALLING ALL BUYERS AND SELLERS.SELLERS. Bring your spares. tools. machines, badges, plants, pickles. baking, etc. etc. Anything you have for sale. You can sell from the boot of your car or bakkie, or bring a table to display them on. A donation of your takings to either the SPCA or South Coast Hospice would be appreciated.BUYERS. Come and join us for a mornings shopping. You may find some real bargains.

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100 Club: - SATURDAY 5 TH FEBRUARY 2005 1st Prize R1000 No 97 Geoff Wellbeloved2nd Prize R20 Bar card No 55 Rob Wiles3rd Prize R10 Bar card No 23 Gary Brown34 members have paid in full.31 permanent numbers are available if you would like one.

Liz’s monthly Mystery draw was won by Clive Rossiter.

100 Club: - SATURDAY 5 TH MARCH 2005 1st Prize R1000 No 42 Badie Badenhorst2nd Prize R20 Bar card No 11 Gerry Ogilvie3rd Prize R10 Bar card No 34 Stan Judd

Liz’s monthly Mystery draw was won by Christa Inggs.*********

CLUBHOUSE KEYSFor Security reasons Clubhouse keys are now only held by the following people.Jim Cramer. Alan Young. Mike Mathews. Geoff Wellbeloved. Ron Dukes.

*********REGISTERING BUILT-UP VEHICLES THAT HAVEN’T BEEN LICENSED FOR SOME TIME – WAYNE BAGLEYRequirements

Deregistration certificate (scrapping certificate) for the vehicle that was previously scrapped, if lost; not available or was issued in the days before computerization.

-At Queensmead offices (enquiries counter) obtain and fill out an indemnity affidavit, stating how the vehicle was acquired; from whom; the date and what measures were taken to contact

the previous owner. If the vehicle is being introduced onto the system i.e. never been registered before, an affidavit stating why the vehicle was never registered before. SOA form (built-up from scrap affidavit) obtainable from Queensmead offices, stamped

and signed by SAPS (I was fortunate enough to get the inspecting officer at Rossburgh to sign and stamp this). To this attach receipts for parts and work paid for in the rebuild. Take all this plus the vehicle to Rossburgh testing grounds.

RLV form (from Queensmead offices) complete section b & c. Acceptable identification. Weighbridge certificate (not necessary for motor cycles less than 1000cc) Obtainable at

any weighbridge. Declaration for increase or decrease in weight – if necessary. SAPS clearance RPC/RPI if vehicle has to be introduced to system – obtained at

Queensmead after inspection at Rossburgh. CRW (Roadworthy certificate)

For police clearance try to start as early as possible as the SAPS only issue a limited number of numbers to the inspection queue per day +/- 30. Start at Queensmead who open daily at 8h00 except at 9h00 on Wednesday when they do staff training. You may choose to do the first Queensmead visit on day 1 so that you can get into the front of the queue at Rossburgh which opens at 8h00.Good luck!

*********THE FINDING AND RESTORING OF MY 1928 OVERHEAD VALVE 350CC ROYAL ENFIELD. (the late EDDY WHITEHORN.)

I am sure that most old motor vehicle enthusiasts hallucinate about finding their dream car or motorcycle tucked away in the proverbial haystack. "The impossible dream", you might say - "Not so, because it has happened to me. I have always been interested in all forms of motoring but what attract me most are Veteran, Vintage and Classic motorcycles.I was attending a braai in Johannesburg some ten years ago, when one of the other guests said to me "I understand you are keen on old bikes", "Sure thing", I replied, cocking one eyebrow enquiringly. "Well, said my new friend, I have seen one parked in a parking garage, somewhere over the hill in Braamfontein, The upshot was that we quietly slipped away to investigate further.We eventually found her, in all her faded and unkempt glory in the parking garage of the Liberty Life Building, chained to a sewerage pipe. She was in a sorry state but absolutely complete, including an acetylene lighting system, original exhaust pipe, hand controls and the like. I managed to contact the owner through the security service and after drawn out negotiations, trailered her to my home in Durban.As regards her pedigree, she is a 1928, 350cc, Overhead Valve, Royal Enfield, Model 355 Sport.

In one of her saddlebags were the original sales invoice and receipt, the log book 1928 - 1952 showing registration number RX 2867, being Henley on Thames, just outside London. There were also details of the one and only owner, a certain Mr. William Arthur Hearne.The gentleman I bought the bike from obtained it at a Sotheby's Auction Sale in London with the idea of restoring the machine and riding her in the Durban - Johannesburg Tour. Unfortunately, or fortunately for me, he only got her as far as the parking garage in

Braamfontein.On arriving home, the first thing I did was to check the magneto. The high tension wire was held some ten millimeters from the cylinder head and the engine turned over with a good prod of the kick starter lever and behold a good long blue spark. The second thing was to start her. Petrol was fed into the carburetor, oil checked and believe it or not, having not been run for many years she started "first kick".I replaced tyres, chains, all the cables, checked her from front to back and could find nothing amiss mechanically. I road her successfully in the Durban - Johannesburg (D.J.) Tour and other than a carburetor needle coming loose, she never missed a beat.The decision was then made to restore her completely. She was stripped down to the last nut and bolt, fully inspected, parts remade or replaced as necessary. The mudguards were in poor condition and required extensive patching and welding. The wheels were taken apart and new spokes installed. The piston was relatively unworn and the barrel, therefore, sleeved and bored out to suit the piston. All parts were cleaned, primed and painted with 2K black. The tank presented a problem. It was painted a very non acceptable yellow. I gently sanded it with 2000 grit paper until the original colour and details came through. The tank was then chromed, etched where it was to be painted and masked with signwrighters tape and the lines brushed on with auto enamel. The tank badge came from the Vintage Motorcycle Club Ltd in the United Kingdom.The bike has completed numerous tours, won concourse honours and continues to give me great pleasure. Every time I ride her I am reminded of the high quality of manufacture and ingenuity of design used by our forefathers seventy odd years ago.If you are looking for a hobby. have a basic workshop and a few Rands to spare, I would recommend re-building a motorcycle. It is much easier to handle than a car. It gives one just as much pleasure

AJS CAN TAKE IT – MALLY DOYLEA number of years ago, possibly 1978/9, an acquaintance of mine became a friend because of a

common interest we shared, that being old British motor cycles. Our Classic Motorcycle Club had not yet been formed. This friend, whose name is Ivor, and myself used to go on a Breakfast run almost every Sunday morning, and got to know each other fairly well. We decided to ride our two cackling AJS’to Cape Town and back, his bike being a 500cc AJS single 1957, and mine a 1951 with H. cams. These two machines running together made the most beautiful music my ears had heard in many a year. After much deliberation we decided to leave on a certain date about two months hence, to enable us to effect the necessary repairs and adjustments required on our machines. About a month before departure date, Ivor informed me he was unable to accompany me on the trip, as he had to work. However that didn’t deter me, it only made me change my intended route which was to have been through the Transkei, to one around and through the Free State. I overhauled my machine and fitted a luggage rack over the rear mudguard, in addition to two saddlebags, to enable me to carry the extra equipment such as tyre levers, tubes, puncture outfit and spares.On the morning of departure I left at first light, really laden with all my gear, even my Great Coat.I was unable to exceed 45mph as the piston was a bit tight, in spite of the hundred miles I had covered before the trip. I made two stops before breakfast at Mooi River, to allow the engine to cool down, because of the low speed I was forced to travel. I was considering turning back after breakfast but when I emerged from the Restaurant two men in their fifties were admiring my bike. After exchanged pleasantries they informed me they had ridden bikes in their youth and asked if I was traveling far. Having spoken to them renewed my enthusiasm and I replied “Cape Town.” as I had a quick change of mind. I continued to ride at 45 mph for the entire day. Had I exceeded this speed I felt that the engine would lock up. At about 16H00 I arrived at Winburg in the Free State very tired, as I had been astride the bike for almost 12 hours and at a snails pace. I checked into a hotel and had a ground floor room which I shared with my bike, a newspaper under the chain case, preventing oil leaking onto the carpet. I paid my bill that evening as I intended leaving early before breakfast was served. However the manager very kindly brought me a cup of coffee and a slice of toast before I left.After departing the built up area I tried once more to open the throttle a little more with the same result, the engine wanting to seize up. I turned off and crossed over a Freeway a short way after Bloemfontein at a little dorp called Trompsburg, where I had a most enjoyable breakfast. As I was almost finished eating I saw a man climb out of his Valiant motor car and could almost read his lips. Well, to cut a long story short he wished to purchase my bike and told me he used to ride a Triumph when he was a young man, a very interesting chap he was. Before getting back onto the freeway again I stopped at a Service Station, filled the tank, and added a tin of Wynns (small) to my oil tank. After I considered the Wynns had circulated through the system I opened the throttle a little and found I was able to ride at 65 mph without any sign of seizure at all. My next stop was Cradock for a light lunch, then on again to Cookhouse, where I arrived at almost 17h00. Cookhouse being about 100 miles from P.E., which is where I wanted to be that evening as I have a sister there in Summerstrand, also the fact that I had no lights on the bike and didn’t wish to sleep in a hotel again that night.I only managed to fill the petrol tank as the Service stations all closed at 17h00 in that area. After downing a Coke and a chocolate I had to administer a little TLC to the Ajay as the performance had dropped off considerably while climbing the pass into Cookhouse. After resetting the point gap to .012 the machine was once more responsive. Now I still had approximately 100 miles to go and the time was 17h20, but luckily in February/March it is still quite light after 19h00 in the Cape. Once out of town I opened the throttle a little more, 70 mph

for the rest of the way to P.E. and arrived at Summerstrand in daylight hours. My trusted old Ajay hadn’t missed a beat with the exception of the point gap closing slightly. The next day I checked the fuel consumption and found the old bike had traveled almost 90 mph. Perhaps the reader may be bored now so I will terminate and possibly end this story at a later date.BEWARE THE BIG “Rs” OF DURBS – DAVE STONEI would be very dismayed if I’m the only one with more than a couple of Roaches big enough to “saddle up” lurking around in their garage/workshop. I’m confident I’m not alone. They really are part of our bit of the planet, and just won’t go away!A word of warning therefore, when it comes to their relationship with our Classic “Boneys”, those with cork insert clutch plates. My little BSA 250 clutch plates had been in a container on the shelf awaiting assembly, and blow me down, when I came to do this, I discovered the blighters had been dining on the cork inserts, even though they are a bit oily.This is war now!

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VETERAAN MOTORVERENIGING vir SUIDER AFRIKA CHAIRMAN’S NEWSLETTER – March 2005

The Application for the Restricted Competition Licence is available on the SAVVA Website as a download that should be completed and posted to me. For full information please go to www.savva.org.za and then click on Motorsport. You need to print both forms. And the cost is R32.50. Members are requested not to leave applying for their RCL until a week before an event as there is no guarantee it will be returned to

you in time. Please allow at least three weeks from time of posting. Only those members, drivers and navigators who participate in events where a MSA/SAVVA Organising Permit has been issued need hold an RCL that is renewable annually, everybody else needs the SAVVA Indemnity available from their clubs at a cost of R2 and is valid for life. The RCL includes the Indemnity and no yellow card is required.

I had the pleasure of attending another of the SCOCC’s Car Shows in George the other weekend and the support received from around the country is nothing short of amazing. This event continues to grow annually since the inception some five years ago. There was so much to see and so many people to talk to that I unfortunately could not spend time with some of you for which I apologize. The thing that never fails to catch my attention at this show is the number of exotic and historic Mercedes cars owned by members of the Knysna and George clubs besides the Jaguars of which there are many. In all over 1000 vehicles were on display. The 1902 Benz from the Crankhandle Club caught the attention of the large crowd that regularly attends this event. Many of the veterans were actually driven from Cape Town for the event including the Buicks of Kobus van Jaarsveld from Johannesburg and Ty Terblanche from Pietermaritzburg and from all accounts trouble free. Hopefully some intrepid soul will write an account of the trip? May this show continue to prosper in the years ahead.I am told that the DJ for pre 1936 motorcycles has a full entry of some 120 riders and takes place between Durban and Johannesburg over the weekend March 4/5. The Continental Milligan to be run in June out of Port Elizabeth in the direction of the Wilderness is again fully subscribed with a waiting list of some 15 hopefuls. Details of the SAVVA National to be run in

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the Western Cape in September are still eagerly awaited from the organizing clubs of Crankhandle and Early Ford. It is also likely but to be finalized that the SAVVA AGM will be held in Cape Town this year.The new SAVVA Rally program on the Windows platform is still not yet available for testing. Members should be aware that as SAVVA is a member of the Historic Commission of MSA members can participate in Competitive events organized by the Classic Regularity Rally Association of SA. The contact person is Steve Crook in Johannesburg on 011974 3065 or email - [email protected] insurance scheme continues to prosper and grow the rates remain unchanged to that of three years ago and are still very competitive. If you have not had a quote please give the writer or our brokers a call. Contact Brenda at GB Insurance Brokers on 041 581 7347 or email - [email protected].

Clint Morris / SAVVA Chairman*********

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CHAIRMAN’S NEWSLETTER – April 2005

I had the pleasure of participating in the 2005 OD Inggs Memorial Trial as a marshal, organized this year by the EPVCC. This event is gaining in popularity every year with 33 starters from the Queenstown, East London, Port Alfred and Port Elizabeth clubs. That intrepid fellow Harvey Metcalf traveled from Cape Town to participate with a friend from Grahamstown. The point that makes this event so unique is the co-

operation and support engendered between the Eastern Cape Clubs who take it in turn to organize the run and which members of all the clubs in the region support. OD Inggs was an early collector / restorer of note in Grahamstown from some time in the early 50’s probably as a result of his access to vehicles from the district. He was the second-generation family undertaker in Grahamstown. He was collecting vehicles well before the formation of SAVVA and by the early 1970’s had put together a large collection of pretty rare vehicles that was subsequently sold and then exported. Before his death he had put together another small collection and is fondly remembered by restorers from near and far as he was always willing to help an enthusiast restore a vehicle and often gave parts away to that end.The event was won by Sharon & Phil Hammonds from Queenstown in a 1957 Peugeot 203 (Penalty 36) second Carel Buchner/Graham Samuel of Grahamstown 1933 Ford (penalty 48 points) third Neville & Susan Koch also Grahamstown Alfa Romeo Spyder (52 points) fourth Roy & Yvette Nel from Port Elizabeth 1958 Triumph TR3 (55 penalty points). Details, SR’s and Entry Forms are still awaited for the SAVVA National to be run in the Western Cape during September. If you are interested in obtaining information and paperwork please email the Event Secretary, Di Dugmore on – [email protected] (Note the underline between the names) or phone 082 780 8693.I have not had a report on the DJ other than it was a success and the weather was good. No doubt there will be commentary in the motorcycle clubs newsletters.The paperwork and instructions for the Restricted Competition Licence is available on the SAVVA Website as a download that should be completed and posted to me. For full




information please go to www.savva.org.za and then click on Motorsport. You need to print both forms. The cost is R32.50 for the RCL and Indemnity. Please allow at least three weeks from time of posting. Only those members, drivers and navigators who participate in events where a MSA/SAVVA Organising Permit has been issued need hold an RCL that is renewable annually, everybody else needs the SAVVA Indemnity available from their clubs at a cost of R2 and is valid for life. The RCL includes the Indemnity and no yellow card is required. If you arrive at the start of an event without an RCL Card you will not be allowed to participate. Only forms printed on plain paper, printed in ink and posted to me with payment will be accepted in future. Forms on ‘Fax paper’ are not acceptable.

Clint Morris / SAVVA Chairman*********

CMCN BIKE SHOW –July 22 nd – 24 th 2005. We are trying to put together a substantial “Liquor” Raffle for the Show. Any donations of any kind will be gratefully accepted for this. Thanks.

VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED – YOU, YOU AND YOU!!!TEAMS ARE NEEDED TO SELL TICKETS AND CONTROL ADMISSION AT THE BIKE SHOW. OBVIOUSLY THE MORE VOLUNTEERS THE SHORTER THE SHIFT FOR EACH PERSON. PLEASE SEE MIKE MATHEWS IF YOU CAN DONATE A FEW HOURS OF YOUR TIME TO HELP YOUR CLUB.

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20 th NATAL CLASSIC. – DRAKENSVILLE – 26 TH – 28 TH May 2005 An extremely important part of any Rally is the Marshals. If you would like to volunteer for this please speak to the Chief Marshal - Dave Stone. A Marshals Workshop will also be arranged if demand so requires.If you have any queries about this event please speak to Ken Sink, Barbara Sink or Ron Dukes.If you require Entry forms contact Haverley Dukes on 031 2013316(home), 082 3967022(cell) or e-mail [email protected]

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DID YOU KNOW - DAVE STONE.There is a right and wrong way to fit a Circlip!Looking closely at most flat type circlips you will see that one edge is sharper than the other. This happens during its manufacture as a result of the stamping operation.To give the circlip the greatest chance of not coming out of its groove the sharper edge should face outwards to maximize its grip.

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Wow! 110.45 miles per hour – in 1953 nogal and by a BSA, of course. Makes your mouth water doesn’t it – especially if you ain’t got one. Jim

*********The Workshop Engine Matters: New era for the BMW Boxer Engine (published with the kind permission of BMW)

Background

The air-cooled, horizontally opposed two-cylinder "Boxer" engine, derived from designs for aircraft engines are an inseparable part of BMW motorcycle history. The relatively unconventional engine layout (for a motorcycle) has become synonymous with BMW Motorrad. The combination of dependability, flexibility and versatility has long been the hallmark of the boxer engines and BMW have taken to the design to heights never dreamed possible when it was first conceived. It is an engine that makes itself equally at home on the racetrack, on the open road or in the bushveld. As an indicator of their durability around a quarter of all boxers sold since 1923 are still on the road!

The distinctive layout of the BMW Boxer TwinA new generation Boxer Twin

More powerful, more refined and more economical in fuel consumption: with the R 1200 GS, BMW Motorrad presented to the world the latest generation of the flat twin "boxer" engine, so characteristic of the brand. Following the trend of its predecessor, the new engine is now making its appearance in a whole range of new-generation BMWs including the R 1200 RT and R 1200 ST.

Versatility of the boxer engineWith its air/oil cooling and 4-valve technology, the new flat twin engine is similar in construction to the previous BMW Motorrad 2-cylinder power units, yet it is in fact a completely redeveloped engine, with all performance-related components revised.

Longer stroke for greater poke

Stroke has been increased to 73 mm from 70.5 mm, increasing capacity to 1170 cc. This, along with a new and lighter crankshaft, increases the output of the flat twin engine by 17% to 74 kW (100 bhp) at 7000 rpm. The increase in torque is equally impressive: 115 Nm at 5500 rpm means an additional 17 Nm over the previous model.

Other components contributing to this impressive increase in power are the larger valves, optimised intake and outlet channels, a higher compression (11.0:1) and the significantly enlarged airbox, now with a volume of 9 litres.

A key development goal in the new flat twin engine was an increase in smoothness and refinement. Thus the new engine, for the first time in the history of BMW Motorrad flat twin engines, now has a balancing shaft. So as to save space, it runs inside the hollow auxiliary shaft for the camshaft drive and thus ensures optimum running smoothness

and silky soft pulling power across the entire rev range, though without diluting the essential character of the twin-cylinder engine.

The new generation boxerThe new flat twin is bigger on capacity and output than its predecessor, yet it weighs less - in spite of the additional balancing shaft. Consistent lightweight construction has reduced its weight by a total of 3 kilograms, achieved by state-of-the-art development methods and innovative die-cast techniques. One example of many: the crankcase is now significantly more rigid and stable, yet the entire component is 1.4 kilos lighter. And the lightweight principle has been consistently applied inside the engine too: for example the new crankshaft saves a whole kilogram.

Finally, a revolutionary feature in the new flat twin engine is the knock control function. Here, sensors register every uncontrolled combustion - such as might occur due to poor fuel quality for example. The engine management system then retards the ignition timing to compensate. This highly compressed engine can thus make do with regular fuel if necessary. The latest development of the electronic engine management system and the modified dual ignition system reduce fuel consumption by some 8% - in spite of the improved engine performance. There are also two oxygen sensors which combine with the closed-loop three-way catalytic converter to ensure minimum pollutant emissions in line with the currently valid exhaust emission norm EU 2.

The new flat twin engine from BMW Motorrad is the best "boxer" ever. More powerful and more dynamic, it continues to arouse emotions a motorcyclist can't fail to resist - just as it has been doing for eighty years.

Further References

Keep an eye on this site for the next few articles in this series on the new generation BMW boxer engine. This article is extracted from the BMW Motorrad News Letter. http://www.bmw-motorrad.co.za/bikes/workshop/tech/articles/default2.asp?Pg=boxer Submitted by: Pip Lorentz

http://www.bmw-motorrad.co.za/bikes/workshop/tech/articles/default2.asp?Pg=boxer

THIS AND THATRaymond Taylor’s Fish Eagle’s eye noted 10 bikes competing for our Golden Years Trophy on Saturday 5th February. He also saw 14 in the Classic Park, 1 in the Sidecar Park, and 27 in the Paddyfield.Then at the meeting on 5th March he cast his eye over 9 bikes on Show, 4 in the Classic Park and 24 in the Paddyfield.

TENDER FOR ZUNDAPP MOTORCYCLE.The successful tender for this machine came from Michael Smith – Bid R401.00

CONDOLENCES.Our condolences are extended to the family of Clive Beveridge, who passed away recently.

SICK PARADEWe wish Mally Doyle and John Grobbelaar a speedy recovery.

1921 SUNBEAM V TWINBill Dalton sold this machine to someone whom he thinks lives (or did live) somewhere in the Amanzimtoti region. Bill has now found a few bits that belong to the beam. Should anyone know the owner, or if the owner is a club member, Bill can be contacted at 031 5649662

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FOR SALETrailer - holds 3 Classic bikes or 2 big bikes, in good condition. R2800 Phone Johannes Klee 072 356 5485/036 3525643(h)

1979 750cc Honda. Body wise very good, motor a bit noisy. Moving house so must sell quickly. Offers (even silly ones) to Reg Venter 082 3877827/031 7660082

Triton 1960 Slim line Featherbed frame.1965 Bonnie 650cc Engine. Twin disc front brakeTriumph.21. 350cc Twin 1957. Yamaha SZR 660cc Single 1999. Set of Racing leathers Size 42” chest. A.C.U. approved, as new.R75, 000 takes all. Contact Cliff 031 4631102/0828203243

5/8 x 3/8 Heavy duty m/c chains (530) 120 links R80 Contact Ken Potts 031 7651535 (h)

2001 Triumph Sprint RS. Includes Hugger tank pad, sports canister, XL zip-up rain suit.R50, 000 Phone 082 4520515/013 7472363

1981 BMW 100 RS. New tyres, battery and seat. R18, 5000 Phone 082 7741047

1974 350cc Honda 4 cyl. Fully restored R8000 neg. Phone Stewart 082 8719993 (Dbn)

1981 Honda XR500. Professionally rebuilt. R13, 000 o.n.c.o Phone Kobus 011 9542153(h)/011 9512407(w)/082 9274584

1998 Yamaha RT100 off road. V.G.C. R8000 o.n.c.o 083 7599301/031 9161972

1974 Ducati 750cc G.T. Ex. Cond. R20, 000 Phone Marco 072 2637933/021 9051725(w)/021 8553669 (h)

1977 BMW R600 – 6 V.G.C. R12, 500 Phone 072 7655677

BSA C12 90% complete – R500BSA A65 frame with rear wheel and front wheel with air scoop R300Triumph pet. Tank R300James Cadet 150cc (runner) R2000Also willing to swop for BMW parts Phone Derek 082 9224202

1981 Yamaha SR500 spares. Front stocks R600. Rear swing arm R250. Bottom end of engine R1000. Tank R400. Many other spares. Phone 084 6992208 (Dbn)

1997 Cagiva Mito 125cc. Ex.cond. R16, 5002001 Suzuki RG125. Ex.cond. R13, 500Phone Jacques 072 3518848/011 4634711 after 15h00

1976 Yamaha XT500. Fully licenced. R10, 000 Phone 041 3794739/082 6849179

1993 Yamaha TZR125cc – new tyres. R10, 000 Phone Pierre 012 8070101/08203304807

2001 Aprilia Immaculate R26, 500 neg. Phone Shayne 082 5492420/082 8905929

1981 BMW R100 RT. New respray, tyres and panniers. R19, 000 Phone Richard 083 6775319

1979 Honda CB400. Four Super sport V.G.C. – only 18000km. R7500 Phone 082 4257515

1999 Kawasaki KX80 Immaculate R11, 000 Phone Martin 083 3099773

1972 BMW R75/5 – good running condition. SAVVA dated and licensed. R9500 Phone Tony 033 7011747

1963Triumph 3TA Rebuilt with many new parts. Original engine and frame numbers. In good running condition (12 volt electrics)58/59 Triumph 5TA with rigid frame, stripped and partlycustomised.Plus numerous spares including heads, barrels, and spare engine – all for sale as a complete package. R11, 000 onco Phone Dave 082 5683526

65 Triumph Thunderbird – being rebuilt72 BSA Thunderbolt- good shape, electrical problem.For sale or trade for 60’s British bike Phone 035 7726822 after 17h00

Triumph Spitfire Mk3 R17000 ono Phone Len vdMerwe 084 4273608/031 46562971982 CB400 new 190km R10, 000 Phone Les Petersen 031 9166731

Honda CB200 (about 1976 model) Good condition plus Workshop manual. R2000 Phone Ronald McMurray 084 4443580/031 7083989(h)

2 x Royal Enfield Flying Fleas1 x 2 stroke Pa D.K.W. R9000 unrestored. Phone Robin Inggs 031 4648529

Suzuki 850G. Registered 1980. Only 2 owners. Full service history available. Used dailyR10, 000 Phone Selwyn.083 2729672

1978 Yamaha SR500. Fully rebuilt. Very good original condition R13, 000 Phone Stan Judd 031 4627668/083 6280514

Any spares wanted for Lambretta. Especially for:L1 150 series 2 (1960),DL 150 series (1969), SX200. Call Brian Jervis 082 8868080

*********WANTEDRear chain guard for BSA A10 Contact Colin Tromp 033 3963488

1952/53 Triumph Speed twin (spring hub model) Contact Jim Barlow 039 3171332Petrol Tank C15 250cc BSA Contact Harry Marks 084 5496718

Complete engine and gearbox for Suzuki RM 250cc Phone Mathew Lowe 031 7640204

Two 12 volt ignition coils for a BSA A65. Contact Louis 082 8060310/031 9161935*********

GARAGE CLEARANCE – PARTS FOR EXCHANGEI have:BSA A10 pistons. Single items and 5 pairs. 2 odd standard size. The pairs range +10 to +60

BSA A10 swing arm gearbox – good condition o/hauled by VMC club member. With sprocket – no levers.

BSA A7 66mm alloy cylinder head and rocker box. Good condition – clean- no welding – both bare. Used valves – springs, rockers, spindles etc could be supplied.

BSA Plunger A10 large petrol tank. Bottom is out for correct panel beating and clean. Bottom now needs edge welding back. Tank in primer – ready for paint or chrome. No cap or taps.

Ariel Huntmaster. Rocker box gasket set and clutch centre damaged on outer diameter but usable. Free to Huntmaster owner.I need:-Norton engine 500 OHV with number in the range starting with first two digits 59 thro’ 62. This is 1935 – earlier O.K. Would consider a big 4 SV. Norton Petrol tank to suit around 1935 – not fussyContact Arthur Siviter 058 2561712 anytime. P.O.Box 181 CLARENS 9707TO SWOPMy Tomaselli Clutch lever for your British ball ended lever. Contact Malcolm Ball 031

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The Classic Motorcycle Club of NatalCALENDAR OF EVENTS

N.B: - VTBA = Venue to be announced KZN / SCR = KwaZulu Natal Short Circuit Racing VSCC = Vintage Sports Car Club

APRIL 2005

Saturday 2nd Main Meeting 12h30.”BAVARIAN MOTOR WERKE” day. BMWs of any era on display. SAVVA Dating NOT REQUIRED. No voting – no trophy. Free lucky draw.

Sunday 3rd Racing at Gateway – refer to Bob West.Wednesday 6th Committee Meeting 19h30Saturday 09th Midlands meeting 12h30 VSCC clubhouse. Oribi. PMBSunday 10th KZN/SCR – Idube PMB.Saturday 16th Social Meeting 12h30Sunday 17th Breakfast Run. Departs club 07h30. VTBA (Howard Sink).Friday 29th Braai Night 18h30

MAY 2005Sunday 1st KZN/SCR Masons Mill PMB

Saturday 7thMain Meeting 12h30. “TIDDLERS DAY”. Any and all makes not exceeding 200cc on display. SAVVA Dating NOT REQUIRED. No voting – no trophy. Free lucky draw.

Sunday 8th Breakfast Run. Departs club 07h30. VTBA.Wednesday 11th Committee Meeting 19h30

Deadline for Shoptorque – news , ads, etcSaturday 14th Midlands Meeting 12h30. VSCC. Oribi PMBSunday 15th “CARS IN THE PARK” – Alexandra Park. PMBSaturday 21st “PLUMS IN MAY”. Swop Meet 09h00

Social Meeting 12h30Thursday 26th, Friday 27th & Saturday 28th

Flat Tank Event. 20th “NATAL CLASSIC” Regularity Trial – Drakensville

Friday 27th Braai Night 18h30

JUNE 2005

Saturday 4thMain Meeting 12h30. “SHOWBIKE TROPHY”. 1937 to 1980 inc. Must be SAVVA dated or dating applied for. Winner by popular vote.

Sunday 5th Club Racing at Masons Mill PMB. Non regional. Refer to Bob West.

Wednesday 8th Committee Meeting 19h30

Saturday 11th Midlands Meeting 12h30 VSCC Oribi PMB

Saturday 18th Social Meeting 12h30

Sunday 19th Breakfast Run. Departs club 07h30. VTBA.


JULY 2005

Saturday 2nd Main Meeting 12h30.”CONCOURS TROPHY” SAVVA dated bikes from any era. Judges to be appointed.


Saturday 9th Midlands meeting 12h30 VSCC clubhouse. Oribi. PMB

Wednesday 13th Deadline for Shoptorque – news, ads. Etc

Saturday 16thSocial Meeting 12h30.”DAY OF THE CARS”. – ancient, classic, modern etc. – bring ‘em and show ‘em. Free lucky draw. (Bikes as usual of course.)

Sunday 17th Breakfast Run. Departs club 07h30. VTBA.Friday 22nd Saturday 23rd

& Sunday 24th CMCN Bike Show. RDLI Hall. Greyville Racecourse.


AUGUST 2005

Saturday 6th Main Meeting 12h30.POST CLASSIC TROPHY” 1981 to 1994 inc. SAVVA Dating NOT APPLICABLE. Winner by popular vote

Sunday 7th KZN/SCR Idube PMB


Saturday 13th Midlands meeting 12h30 VSCC clubhouse. Oribi. PMBThursday 18th, Friday 19th, & Saturday 20th Tvl “MAGNUM” Regularity Trial.


Sunday 21st Breakfast Run. Departs club 07h30. VTBA


SEPTEMBER 2005

Saturday 3rdMain Meeting 12h30.” BEST SIDECAR AWARD” Trophy. Outfits from any era. SAVVA dating NOT APPLICABLE. Winner by popular vote.


Saturday 10h Midlands meeting 12h30 VSCC clubhouse. Oribi. PMB

Sunday 11th KZN/SCR Masons Mill PMB


Saturday 17th Social Meeting 12h30.


Saturday 24th SAVVA A.G.M. Cape Town.


OCTOBER 2005

Saturday 1st Main Meeting 12h30.”BEST MATCHLESS/A.J.S.” SAVVA Dating NOT APPLICABLE. No voting –no trophy. Free lucky draw.



Sunday 9th Club racing at Masons Mill. PMB. Non regional. Refer to Bob West.


Sunday 16th Breakfast Run in aid of South Coast Hospice. Departs club 07h30. VTBA


NOVEMBER 2005

Saturday 5th

Main Meeting 12h30.” BEST CLASSIC RACER” Trophy. Bikes must conform to current MSA regulations and must have competed in at least one Official Race during the current season. Winner by popular vote.

Sunday 6th KZN/SCR Masons Mill. PMB

Wednesday 9th Committee Meeting 19h30Friday 11th & Saturday 12th FAIREST CAPE Regularity Trial



Saturday 19th “STRAWBERRIES IN NOVEMBER” Swop Meet 09h00. Social Meeting 12h30.



Saturday 26th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 14H00

DECEMBER 2005

Saturday 3rd Main Meeting 12h30.”DAY OF THE HARLEY”. No voting –no trophy. Free lucky draw.

Wednesday 7th Year end Committee Meeting and Race Meeting 19h30 followed by snacks and refreshments.

Saturday 10h Midlands meeting 12h30 VSCC clubhouse. Oribi. PMB

Sunday 11th Breakfast Run. Departs club 07h30. VTBA

Saturday 17th Social Meeting 12h30 and KIDDIES XMAS PARTY 14h00

Saturday 24th Traditional Xmas Eve afternoon Braai 12h00 on.

Saturday 31st New Years Eve Social 19h00 on

JANUARY 2006

Saturday 7th Main Meeting 12h30 “BEST OF BRITISH” day. No voting. no trophy. Free lucky draw.


Saturday 14th Midlands Meeting 12h30 VSCC Oribi PMB

Wednesday 18th Deadline for Shoptorque – news. Ads, etc.

Sunday 22nd Breakfast Run. Departs club 07h30 VTBA


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newsletter 2005 04 and 05 Shopto… · Web view100 club organiser salome van niekerk. p o box 41587. rossburgh (h) 4655831 (w) 3612054 racing committee. chairman geoff isacks. 4