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Fast Freebies: Swing a Leg Over a Classic Bike with the Vintage Motorcycle Club

Fancy yourself a lover of classic and vintage bikes but never had the opportunity to go for a proper scoot on one? 

The Vintage Motor Cycle Club (yes, that’s the correct spelling of it) understands that there’s a huge honking difference between peeping through the museum glass and feeling the pony-power for yourself – and they’re fixing to get your fix in commemoration of creating a new generation with a love for old bikes. 

Care to partake?

A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC's Facebook page.
A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC’s Facebook page.

According to the report, you don’t have to be a savvy rider to access the privilege of hooning about on the likes of Brough Superior, BSAs – from a 1923 Matchless 350 all the way to a 1989 Yamaha FJ1200; in fact, you don’t have to have a bike at all. 

A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC's Facebook page.
A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC’s Facebook page.

The British Motorcyclists Federation (BMF) tells us that a 12 months individual membership currently costs £42 – with the caveat that, “members taking up the loan scheme will need a motorcycle licence.”

“We want as many people as possible to experience what it’s like to ride an older motorcycle, and this is the way to do it,” says the VMCC’s Chair, Mario Costa-Sa.

The Limited V100 Mandello Aviazione Navale, celebrating the connection with the Italian Navy. Media sourced from Moto Guzzi's press release. © Francesco Vignali Photography
A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC's Facebook page.
A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC’s Facebook page.

“There are some restrictions on some of the older bikes, and members are responsible for the machines in their care, but they will be covered by the VMCC’s own insurance.”

With the BMF firmly tuned in to connecting an older generation’s masterpieces with the new generation’s growing love of all things bikes, we’re looking forward to seeing the results of this particular offer. 

A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC's Facebook page.
A view of the bikes (and riders) connected with the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. Media sourced from the VMCC’s Facebook page.

Stay tuned, drop a comment below, and as always – stay safe on the twisties. 

*Media sourced from the VMCC’s Facebook Page*

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com

Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride celebrates 10 Years Of Being Dapper For A Cause

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) is celebrating 10 years of dapper rides, fashionable fundraising, and essential support for mens’ mental health – and they’ve come a long way from year one. 

According to a report by the Jersey Evening Post, the DGR originally began in 2012 and was founded in Sydney, Australia, by Mark Hawwa – a man dedicated to connecting motorcycle enthusiasts and communities for a cause. 

A rider contributes to the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride event

The first ride was hosted in 64 cities and saw 3,000 riders hitting the pavement to support cancer research. 

By 2019, that number had shot up to 116,000 riders across 678 cities and 104 countries, raising a total of $12,450,000 to date – and continuing with the ageless theme (taken from Don Draper in  “Mad Men”) of suits and scramblers. 

Several riders contribute to the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride event

2020 was a rough year, landing only 3,000 riders due to riding restrictions – but the DGR also used this limitation to their advantage, hosting the Ride Solo Together Event.

Today, this option remains if your town or city cannot comply with the features of a full DGR ride.

Applicable rides include anything considered classic or vintage style; that includes brat-style bikes, choppers, scooters, trackers, bobbers, and cafe racers – and make sure to dress like a debonair! 

A rider contributes to the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride event

For this year, the main DGR for 2021 was moved from the fall to the week of May 23, with hopes to raise an extra $2.55 million by Movember, the single largest fundraiser for men’s health. 

a group of university students that make up Electric Superbike Twente: A racing team dedicated to bringing energy efficiency to the track.

While Distinguished Gentlemen Rides are currently still happening worldwide, the DGR reminds members that all ride dates present and hereafter may be subject to change with unprecedented restrictions. 

A rider contributes to the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride event

Head over to the website of the DGR to register for a ride in your area, make sure to post all relevant media under the hashtags #GentlemansRide #DGR2021 #DecadeOfDGR – and be the gentleman (or woman) that contributes to the resurge of motorcycle elegance for a cause.

For more archived articles on the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, head over to WebBikeWorld.

Source: MotorbikeWriter.com