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A monthly publication of The Vintage Motorcycle Club Johannesburg, South Africa.

Volume 28. No 1. February 2014. CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE: I was thinking hard about where to begin this message as I have by circumstance found myself having to fill some very large riding boots! The huge mantle of Mike Milner-Smyth was very ably taken on by Andy and just when we thought we were settled with that more change is occurring. I thought I would start off my tenure in this role by just pointing out some of the issues which are with us and where I stand on those. We have very successfully survived the move from Morningside to the VVC and I believe that in the longer term this is absolutely the correct thing for the club. Once the building alterations are complete VMC will feel even more at home in the clubhouse and there will be opportunities and facilities that were not possible at Morningside. I am wearing two hats at the moment but want to assure you that all I do in the context of the VMC will be in the best interests of its members and I hope you will always feel free to engage with me should you ever feel that that there is an issue which in not in keeping with that philosophy. We have a competent and dedicated committee and I believe I can depend on their support in the months ahead. There is always a need for new blood in any organisation and my main message this time is for everyone to give some thought as to who could come onto the committee and bring fresh ideas and energy to it as that is so important in making clubs such as ours sustainable. Until next month safe and happy riding and lets enjoy the summer on our machines. Ian Holmes

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End of year (2013) events

The Sunday ride in memory to Cullinan took place on the 8th of December. What a great ride and so well attended – thank you Roly for putting it together. Meeting places were at the usual Founders Garage in Modderfontein, and then further up the road at Bapsfontein. It was great to see good numbers of bikes at each point, and then a mass ride to the Lemon Tree at Cullinan. The list of riders/pillions/drivers appears below: Andy Stead Moto Guzzi V7 VMC Ric Lewis Kawasaki VMC Neville Smith BMW VMC John Beaumont Kawasaki Steve Roper Honda Peter Vlietstra BMW VMC Ian Storer Ducati VMC Steve Trehair BMW VMC Tony Dodsworth Moto Guzzi VMC Peter de Klerk BMW VMC Ralph Pitchford AJS VMC Steve Helm Kawasaki VMC David Pitchford BSA VMC Kevin Walton BMW VMC Kevin Robertson Velo Thruxton VMC Andy Robertson Honda black bomber VMC Martin & Edna Davis Merc VMC Fritz Kraehmer BMW R69S VMC Rikki & Diana Maizey BMW R65 VMC Sean Buys BMW 1100 VMC Pierre Cronje Triumph ST VMC Henry Watermeyer BMW R65 VMC Allan Car VMC Roly Tilman Car VMC Avril (Bob Moore) Car VMC Guys I must emphasise that these rides are a great way to stretch the bike, meet your pals, have some fun and get out there. Let’s make sure that every ride in 2014 is as well attended. Despite the rain there was a good turnout for the October Club night and it was nice to see Gavin Walton looking much better and making good progress. The Chairman’s cocktail party on the 9th of December. A well-attended event by both members and their spouses/partners. Some great food thanks to the VVC ladies and more showing of the great JD video. An enjoyable evening was had by all. Again a vote of thanks to Roly who did the organisation

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Odds and Ends: Mystery of the Traub Motorcycle Submitted by Gavin Walton: In 1967, a plumber doing renovations of an apartment building outside Chicago tore down a brick wall and found what would prove to be a baffling mystery to vintage motorcycle enthusiasts - a one-of-a-kind motorcycle bearing 1917 plates and the name "Traub". The buildings elderly owner admitted that his son had stolen the bike before going off to WWI, never to return. But where the bike came from and who made it remains unknown to this day.

Currently residing in the Wheels through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, the Traub is considered by many to not only be the rarest motorcycle in their collection, but in the world. The Traub was sold to Torillo Tacchi, a bicycle shop owner in Chicago after its discovery who later sold it to Bud Ekins - famous as Steve McQueen's stuntman - while Ekins was on set of the Blues Brothers movie in the late 1970s. The Traub was later sold to collector and restorer, Richard Morris, who then sold it to Wheels Through Time Museum curator, Dale Walksler, in 1990. It has been on permanent display in the museum ever since. Don't think this unique motorcycle is merely a museum piece though. Walksler rides the Traub fairly regularly. When asked about the engine components, he enthusiastically replied, Everything inside the engine is just magnificent. The pistons are handmade, and have gap-less cast iron rings, the engineering and machining being simply years ahead of their time.

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"When comparing other top motorcycle makes and models of the era, the Traub has no equal. Comprised of a sand-cast, hand-built, 80 cubic-inch "side valve" engine, the machine has the ability to reach speeds in excess of 85 mph with ease," says Walksler. Aside from its few off-the-shelf components, the Traub has many unique handmade features. The three-speed transmission is thought to be one of the first of its kind and the rear brake, a dual-acting system that employs a single cam that is responsible for pushing an internal set of shoes, while pulling an external set, has never been seen on any other American motorcycle.

"For a machine to have such advanced features, unparalleled by other motorcycles of the same era, is truly outstanding," said Walksler. "It's my opinion that The Traub was an attempt at a new breed of motorcycle. But how on earth could a machine have been produced in such great form, with capabilities that far exceed that of any comparable machine, without the knowledge of the rest of the motorcycle industry during that time." The hunt for the Traub's elusive origin hasn't stopped. "While we may never know why the machine was placed behind that wall, we do hope to one day find out more about its history and the genius that created it," said Walksler.

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To learn more about the Traub and the Wheels Through Time Museum's other 240 bikes, visit their site.

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Assistance required The following email received via Jaws, the webmaster from Graham Watson: Hi John I trust this correspondence finds you well, I was wondering if you can assist me. I sold a very sentimental Matchless G80 500 single (Est. 1956) to one of your entrants in 2010. The guy contacted me in 2011 advising he would be doing the DJ that year …….unfortunately I lost his number and have been searching for him since. I would like to get hold of him ……….I know it is very vague but there are not many G80 Machines around , can perhaps help. Your assistance would be appreciated. If anyone can help Graham please email him on gwatson@bwlog.com Email received from Mick Skelly, Hello Andy, Greetings from the West Coast. Some years ago I was chatting to Eroll Herbert, and he said he was thinking about putting something together, and the history of motorcycle racing in SA .Do you know if anyone has continued with this task, since he passed away. I have always been interested in different engine designs and lay outs and it seems motorcycles have tried them all. The people behind these machines have always intrigued me. In the 70 there was a machine on the race tracks called a Konig. I looked it up on the Internet and got some background on the story, and was fascinated enough to order a DVD on the life of the New Zealander, Kim Newcombe. This may of course be common knowledge to everyone else but it was not to me. The DVD is called "love, speed and loss". The determination of this young man can only be admired. Then about a week ago I was out shopping for an outboard for a small sailing boat. After some discussions with Dudley, in Paarden Island, he inquired if I was anti 2 stroke. I informed him that the only reason I mowed the lawn on a Saturday, was to get a whiff of a two stroke. He then shared with me that he collected 2 stroke outboard motors, and added that he had, Yamahas Evenrudes Westbends, and Konigs. I stopped dead in my tracks. Konig -I had to see them. Dudley's eyes sparkled when he sensed my enthusiasm, and off we went to the store at the back of the shop, where his mechanical marvels were kept. There were 3 off there. Never thought I would see one of these motors again. After Dudley dragged me back into the shop, I assured him that if I ever was to buy an outboard, I would be buying it from him. Which brings me to the point of this letter. I the 70's there was a Konig that raced at Kyalami. I remember the rider was Jim Peters. His nickname as I recall was Jungle. I was a young lad at the time and spannered a Trident for a mate of mine. The way I saw the situation, then, was that Peters must have busted his butt to get the bike to SA. Can't remember how successful he was. I remember the guys saying they had to warm up the bike before they put in the cooling water; otherwise it would just leak out. They also saved a bit of money in track fees, by lifting the bike over the pit wall, and getting in some free practice laps. In '79 I saw a couple of Konig engines in side-car outfits at the Isle of Man. So, the question is, does anyone know where that bike is now? Is Jim Peters still around. Perhaps a member can shed some light on this. Best regards, Mick Skelly

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Email received from Pierre de Villiers. Good day I am looking for some help to get a ‘59 Sunbeam S8 running again. The bike is in 98% condition and even starts (although I haven’t started it recently) I also have some spares. Can you please direct me to someone in Johannesburg that might have a look and possibly work on it? I believe the problem is something relatively simple. The bike is in Athol (just down the road from your clubhouse). Your help is much appreciated. Regards, Pierre 082 330 0993 Interesting ad from ‘Flatout riding’

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We would love to see you and your fellow club mates if you are ever in New Zealand, we can help with travel arrangements and other touring options. Roll on summer.... Kind Regards Kirsten Smith Managing Director e kirsten@flatoutriding.co.nz m +64 21543388 Email received via Rod Thomas from Durban. Hi Rod I intend to sell my 1956 B31 350cc BSA. This is Jimmy Cramer’s old bike. It is SAVVA dated, registered and licensed. A new clutch has been fitted. Doug calls it a pretty bike. I am looking for a smaller, lighter bike. Can you give me an estimated valuation please Rod. I have attached photos for you. Regards Jimmy Forrest. Cell: 072 371 6301 Tel: 033 343 2196 Fax: 033 343 2196 The following received from Larina Macgregor. THE 2014 MacGREGOR MALUTI MEANDER HOSTED BY SARRA AND ASSISTED BY THE FOURIESBURG COUNTRY INN. 19TH TO 23RD MARCH 2014 This is number two of the very successful first MacGregor Maluti Meander. This time we will be based at the Fouriesburg Country Inn, where our hosts Clive and Martie Craig promise us a memorable stay with their fine cuisine, superb South African wines and homely atmosphere. The inn’s specialty is lamb-on-the-spit, served with traditional “potbrood and vetkoek” in the boma. The mountain Kingdom of Lesotho beckons you. Fouriesburg Country Inn is the gateway to Lesotho, situated only 10 kms’ from the border post. On Thursday the 20th we offer a tour to Katse Dam, the highest dam wall in Africa. This tour is a must for those of you who want to drive over three magnificent passes, the highest being the Mafika Lisiu Pass at 3090 meters. The photographic beauty will astound you. A lodge, which overlooks the dam, provides a well-deserved lunch. Join this tour and you will be on your way to a great breath-taking adventure at what nature can do. Friday the 21st (a public holiday), and Saturday the 22nd will be regularity rally days. The format of the rally will cater for competitors from five disciplines, being open odo for cars 1988 and older, sealed instruments for cars 1988 and older, open odo for cars 1988 to present, BNRC for cars of any age, and bikes of any age. The route will be based loosely on the world famous Monte Style rally. A method of regularity rallying that allows the competitor to enjoy the spectacular scenery, with short bursts of regularity rallying along the way. Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north-eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park, which derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park’s sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock. Ribbokkop, the highest point in the park, reveals a breath-taking tapestry of red, yellow and purple hues as its warm shades merge with the cool mountain shadows, and our route will take you by means of a special permit to parts of these mountains not seen by many. Ample time will be given for photo opportunities. Excelsior, a small town established in 1910 by farmers is one of the towns the rally will be visiting. The farmers at the time had to decide on which farm the town would be established. The two

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farms were Sunshine and Excelsior (Latin), which, translated to English means higher up, and was chosen due to its higher location. Clocolan, established in 1906, is also on the route. The Basotho called the place Hlohlowane, which means get up and fight. Competitors from the five disciplines will compete against each other in their respective categories, and prizes will be awarded in each category. Cost of the event will be as follows. Rally and 3 night’s accommodation for two, all meals included R4800.00 (excludes Katse Dam tour). Thursday 20th to Saturday 22nd. Depart Sunday 23rd. Rally and 4 night’s accommodation for two, all meals included R5800.00 (includes Katse Dam tour). Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd. Depart Sunday 23rd. A deposit of R1000.00 payable on booking will secure your place on this adventurous rally. Balance is to be paid in full by 21st February 2014. Queries can be directed to Larina 084 949 0937 or larina.macgregor@gmail.com The pre-DJ. According to organiser Pierre Cronje at time of writing there are only a very disappointing 22 entries. The event will happen this year, however not sure if it is worth the effort says Pierre. Who also added that the Zim spares are in the country and is being stored in a warehouse while being sorted. DJ 2014. In case you are not aware, the regulations for next year’s DJ are out and can be downloaded from our website. Don’t delay!! Get your regs. in early and secure yourself as place in this world class event! Although entries closed on the 17th I am sure a late entry will be considered.

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It’s that time of year again, and preparations for the 39th annual Cars in the Park are underway. This show will be held at Alexander Park, Pietermaritzburg on 18 May 2014. The first CITP focussed on what were considered ‘old cars’. However, as time goes by, the show has evolved to include more modern and even brand new cars. Last year a wide variety of different vehicles were on display. What is classified as an ‘old car’ is a rolling date, and to some, even the nineties is 'so last century'! Nevertheless the emphasis will always be on showing ‘interesting’ cars. This year we would like to try something special, and include as part of the showcase, cars that were made in about the same year as their owners became interested in cars! This will be a tribute to the changing times and could help educate the younger generations about the days before air bags, ABS, EDS, Brake Assist, and collision mitigation, when you actually had to be able to drive to be allowed behind a steering wheel! We are often attracted to the cars that remind us of our youth, so we are hoping that some of you have bought back the cars that are about the same age that you are, regardless of your age! Among these cars, we are hoping to see some Pontiacs, Mercury’s and especially an Arrol Johnson or a Trojan. If you own a ‘car of your youth’ please bring it along, and if you feel ‘in the spirit’, dress according to the times! (Be it the times of roaring twenties, Frank Sinatra, James Dean or Elvis). Also bring along period accessories (not just the owners) such as fascinators, walking sticks, portable record players, wicker picnic hampers or whatever else reminds you of your youth. There will be judging and prizes for the best dressed! Not to ignore technology, we would also like to include any fabulous exotica not usually seen on the streets of PMB .like Hotrods and Muscle Cars. Muscle Cars were also plentiful in CITP 2013 and many keen supporters came to admire some superb workmanship, and absorb those spine tingling rumbles. And what would early CITP exhibitors make of the modern Super Car? Owners of such cars are welcome to join us as an individual or as part of a club. We are still looking for McLarens, and a Morgan (e.g. 2013 three wheeler), Lamborghinis, Porsches, Maseratis, Ferraris and any others that are available. These are always popular, regardless of age. The entry process was streamlined last year, and many complimented the new approach, despite the odd glitch. To register this year all you have to do is to tell me, by early April 2014, roughly how many vehicles your group will bring and in which colour coded area you parked last year. I will send you the stickers. We do not need licence plate numbers and such detail. The simple colour stickers will make entry and parking easier for all. We just need to make the zones big enough. The coloured stickers help the marshals direct you smoothly and quickly to your favourite zone. The sooner you respond with attendance figures the sooner we can get the stickers to you. We understand that exact vehicle information may be fuzzy as restorations run over time, and old cars break down, but good estimates make life easier for all. On arrival settle in your display spot, meander down to the registration tent, sign a form, collect a display card briefly describing its provenance, and collect a memento for the day. That’s it. Relax and enjoy the day. Our regular traders will attend, with perhaps a few new ones. The Park Inn will be there along with a sit down refreshment area operated by Rotary. We are also hoping to have a ‘big screen’ showing nostalgic motoring videos to set the mood. With your support we look forward to a repeat of last year’s happy and interesting car show. Feel free to contact me, Fred Rascher, on: citp@satweb.co.za or 083 369 7020 Hosted by the Vintage Sports Car Club Pietermaritzburg in Association with Rotary Club of Pietermaritzburg.

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SAVVA Technical Tip 80 – A very special tool It’s Christmas time and most clubs don’t publish a newsletter for December, so for those that do, I think we can take a bit of license. This tip is aimed at us oldies who:

a. cannot afford to go on holiday, or who b. can afford to go on holiday but don’t want to.

The tool in question is a “must have” for those of us who have a tendency to drop nuts, bolts and spanners down past the engine or other vital innards. As most of us have experienced - when things fall, two things happen:

1. For some unknown reason, they disappear, never to be seen again, or 2. they roll midway under the car where one has to lie flat on ones tummy to retrieve them.

It’s the latter we will address, the problem of getting up and down. Before starting on a project you should arm yourself with the special tool pictured below, commonly referred to as a “broom”. When spanners, nuts and bolts etc. fall down under the car one takes the broom and “sweeps” the offending item to the side of the vehicle where it can be easily retrieved. I have a friend who is a bit smarter than me and has gone one step further and developed a stick with a magnet attached to the end which enables him to retrieve the items from the floor or that are stuck halfway down the engine bay. They say ’necessity is the mother of all inventions”. May you and your loved ones have a Merry Christmas a great New Year. Happy motoring in 2014.

There is always a shortage of articles for publication in Kickstart. If you have anything you feel would be of interest to members please jot it down and send it in – don’t worry about the layout, grammar, spelling or anything like that – just send it in!!! Club Register Steve Trehair is starting to receive completed club register forms. If you have not sent yours in please do so tight away and don’t forget the input in terms of recommendation of service providers. Just let Steve know. This can include anything relating to good service – machining, spray painting, supply of parts/services etc. This makes life that much easier when looking for the right person for the job.

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Crossword number 13 kindly submitted by Edgar Bradley. First correct entry sent to the Editor wins great prizes??

Across 5 Italian 50cc four stroke (6) 7 A kind of wine, also the sometime colour of Triumph tanks (8) 9 A Italian car maker who also used to make motorcycles and, of all things, spark plugs (8) 12 "Unhealthy vapours rising from the ground or other sources" (6) 13 Long established German make, usually painted green, made boxer twins ala BMW (7) 16 This is a stinker, only included because no other word would fit: "Small ornamental ladies bag" (4) 18 Italian make, winner of the 500cc world championship in 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, and 1957 (6) 20 Italian make runner up to Honda in the 250cc class in 1963. Provini gave Redman a scare! (6) 22 Italian 50cc two stroke (4) 23 Another Italian 50cc two stroke (7) 27 A Dutch 50cc also the name of a Greek city-state (6) 28 German 50cc, seven times winner of the 50cc world championship (8) 31 Some Garelli 50cc bikes went by this name. Painted all red. (8) 34 Yet another Italian 50cc, this time a four stroke (6)

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Down 1 "A tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms" - phew, with a definition like that it is hard to see the wood for them. Geddit? (4) 2 The Greek letter for ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter (2) 3 This word introduces an alternative (2) 4 Italian make, winner of the MotoGP championship once to date (6) 6 An Englishman's favourite drink (not ale) (3) 8 Italian maker of lightweights and 50's - they also did a four stroke 50, but I don't think it ever came to South Africa (4) 10 Computerese for an application (3) 11 Not out (2) 12 Yet another Italian 50cc four stroke (5) 14 A single undivided whole (4) 15 A soluble substance for staining cloth or hair (3) 17 "An organic compound that contains a hydroxyl group bonded to a carbon atom which in turn is doubly bonded to another carbon atom." Sorry, but no other word would fit. Anagram of lone. (4) 19 A pleasant smell (5) 21 Fish eggs (3) 22 A financial term, an acronym for Internal Rate of Return (3) 24 A black tropical American cuckoo (3) 25 What have you been -- -- ? i.e. busy with (2,2) 26 A two letter word meaning “All right “ Also the name of a pre-war English motorcycle and of a post-war US model aircraft engine (2) 29 An offensive word for a person of Southern European descent. Gringo if you are going the other way! (4) 30 Linear units (of 1/6 inch) used in printing (3) 32 These two letters always go together (2) 33 Present tense of the verb "to be" in the third person e.g. I am, you are, he -- (2) 34 That Greek letter again (See 2 down) (2)

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What’s coming up. 2nd February Pre DJ run – further details in this magazine 16th February Sunday run – for details see later in this edition 23rd February DJ bikes on show at the VVC 4th March DJ bikes on show at the VVC 6-8th March The DJ run 9th March DJ Prize giving at Turffontein Aquanaut Room 23rd March Piston Ring Club swop meet 6th April Century run -0 details TBA Membership and Subs. Several members have made contact requesting details of the cost of subs and who the money must be paid to etc. Please see below the detail. Fees payable Entry Fee: R50.00 Annual Subscriptions: R220.00 (R110.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Country member: R160.00 (+80km from club HQ) (R80.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Family members: R10.00 (i.e. Spouse & minor children) Fees must be paid to: Bank: Nedbank Sandton Branch code: 197005 Account No.: 1970259841 Please post DEPOSIT SLIP to the postal address above or e-mail info@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za Now that you have all the detail – please ensure that you are up to date!! So far just over 60% of members have renewed their subscriptions. The committee will be chasing errant members shortly!

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Classifieds NB! only remain in for 3 months then must be renewed DJ MACHINES WANTED: 125cc Villiers motor wanted. Contact Peter Vlietstra on pvlietstra@gmail.com or 082-650-9880 1936 AJS Model 9 – Burman gearbox (hand change type BA) Contact Kevin Walton on 082 891 2869 Clincher rims needed for Indian Power Plus. 23” and tubes and tyres. Contact Steve on 082 427 6990. 1961 305 Honda Dream – parts required (Footrests in particular) OR perhaps a whole scrapped bike? Please contact John Allison on 011 626 2970 day or 072 1084 230 1946 BSA B21. Need rear stand, generator and repair manual. Please contact Hamish Morrison on 083 456 2768 1928 BSA Wanted Flat tank for this bike. Please contact Martin at martin@wirconn.co.za FOR SALE: 1953 Royal Enfield. 700cc Meteor for sale in excellent condition, Licensed and SAVVA dated. Looking for R50,000. Please contact Steve on 082 427 6990 1949/50 Matchless 500cc for sale. I bought it thinking I could restore it but it is a little more that I can handle. Do you guys have any Idea how to go about it or could you point me in a direction to sell it. All of the major parts are there. Keith Lee. Tel: (012)361-6497. Fax: (012)348-0919. www.kmos.co.za 1976 BMW R60/6. Licensed & SAVVA dated. Cockpit Fairing. Panniers. Electronic Ignition fitted. Rally box &fittings. Manual + a few new & used spares. Security chain & Tie-downs. R 15000. Contact Bill at 072-194-7442 BSA B31 wheels have been removed but are there and somebody has removed the magdyno (missing) quite tatty. There is also a Spitfire which has been dated and took part in one of the Natal Classics in the early 2000's also very tatty. Both are in need of lots of TLC and the owner is looking for about R9000 for both. Contact: Brian on 084 555 2545 DENFELD dualseat suitable for various B M W models. Excellent original condition. R1500. Contact Fritz at 012-4606477 or fritz2@mweb.co.za Busmar Double adult sidecar complete but needs minor restoration. Chassis sound and new tire. R6500. Phone Eddie 082 5684913 or email eddie.kirkwood30@gmail.com. (Cape Town) Vespa p200e, not sure of the year, think it’s 1980. Needs some minor electrical work, clutch cable and loving spray job R10000. It’s not all about the money, I just want it to go to someone that will appreciate it. The engine is in great condition and it’s still got the spare wheel. Contact Andrew Lewis on andrelewis712@gmail.com Jawa 350. Latish model looking for a home. Look alright mechanically, otherwise looks terrible. Stands me in for R3,000 but will take highest offer as it’s in the way of a new project. Don’t know

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about license but it’s on the computer. Call Eric on 0837000171 or 011 8883790 or eric@anatomical.co.za 1976 Honda 550/4K in excellent condition. SAVVA dates, new battery, new front tyre, workshop manual, 43,000 Kms. R27,000. Contact Mike Lester on 011 453 4216 AJS Model 18 500cc, 1962, runner and in very good condition, no papers – R27,500 Matchless G80 500cc, 1952, jam pots, ex "Copper" bike, runner and in very good condition, no papers – R27,500. The prices are based on the average of three individual valuations by VMC and CMC club members. Should you require any further info please do not hesitate to contact me. Eduard de Ras eddyderas@gmail.com AJS/Matchless parts available – Front frame and frame rails 1952/3, oil tank for same frame, top and lower fork crowns, 1 pair upper spring shrouds, centre stand with spring, rear brake lever, pair engine plates, full width front and rear hubs – no shaft or bearings, full width hub front wheel complete but missing brake plate and shoes. Offers to Norman Knight 021 7624021 Yamaha YZ 490 for sale. The asking price is R30,000 negotiable. The owner spent a lot of time and money getting into its present condition. Contact Bruce on cell number is 0733764876 and email is brucenuttall@depositmanager.co.za BSA B40 350cc 1964. Rebuilt to original condition with many new parts. R24,000 Tel Jan 011 394 716. WANTED: 80's KDX 250 cc Kawa scrambler kick start lever, I am looking for an old most probably early, and the old DT 175 Yamaha road scrambler maybe late 80's right hand battery cover. I have visited 11 shops with no luck. If there is any site, shop or person that you can advise me or direct me to, please I am desperate for these parts. Pse contact Bennie 082 781 2483 FOR A.J.S. M8/M9. 1929 :- FRAME, FORKS, FRONT WHEEL, PETROL TANK, MUDGUARDS, CHAINGUARDS. Will buy or trade. This frame has a T shaped tubular bracket protruding rearwards from the saddle lug to support the saddle springs, and a slotted bottom bracket for a two bolt gearbox. Colin Anderson of Heidelberg says he sold two of these frames about ten years ago, and they do not seem to have surfaced in the club as bikes so presumably they are still out there somewhere. Please contact Tony Dodsworth, 082 742 1742. Honda CB72 in good running, original condition with papers. Contact Rikki on 0826539946 or SMS Dick on 0738644022. Indian Prince frame and any parts needed I have a motor and most of a gearbox, can anyone assist with the rest of a viable project please. Steve 082 427 6990 M20/ blue star/empire star/sloper front wheel or complete hub assy, M20 handle bars & headlamp, oil tank for a 1939 km 21, rear number plate holder for small light. Contact Christopher Boswell on 082 4232 556 or email bozc-l@hotmail.com 3.25-18 rear tyre – preferably new or in good user condition. Any reference to a tyre supplier for a new tyre will be appreciated. Contact Kevin Robertson on 083 321 3234 or kevin.robertson@keedo.co.za

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1946 BSA B21 Gear shift lever (foot). Contact Hamish Morrison on 083 456 2768 or 011 026 2768 Ariel VB500 or 600 1940 onwards. Contact Colin Mussett on 083 386 6970 Yamaha RD 125 in any condition preferably for rebuild. Contact Ken Wiggins on 083 256 1949 BSA Petrol tank from any pre-unit swinging arm model i.e. A7/A10, B31/33 etc. Any year. Contact Tony Dodsworth on 082 742 1742. I need a 19" rear mudguard, "C" section, 5" wide. I have a front and rear "C" section 4 1/4" wide if they are of any use to someone, as a swop or a sale. Many thanks Tony Lyons-Lewis. lionsden@netactive.co.za 083 419 6566 45 Gallon (200L) drums. Caroline Whitehead is looking for any number of these drums in basically any conditions. If you are able to assist please contact Caroline on 0836536290 M20/ blue star/empire star/sloper front wheel or complete hub assy. M20 handle bars & headlamp. oil tank for a 1939 km 21, rear number plate holder for small light. Please contact Chris on 0824232556 or home e- mail bozc-l@hotmail.com Float chamber for a GP carb with the mounting Bolton top. Also clutch for a BSA or Triumph 650cc. Contact Doug McLaren on 011 452 4493. VETERANS CORNER WANTED: 1914 JAP V twin spares... cams/followers/barrels and pistons or whatever 1908-1914 Triumph.... looking of anything you may have Early Bosch magneto's (open and closed magnet) or parts to suit 1906 to 1915 singles and twins (50 deg) (Mag serial number between 123000 and 1800000) Andrew Mather 08733090233 or andrewmather@telkomsa.net Indian V-twin. My brother is looking for a rear cylinder for a 1917 narrow valve Indian V-twin, and was hoping you could help, or point me in the right direction. Please contact Shona Bagley on email: shona@zeplins.com RESTORATION and other SERVICES Reupholster of bike seats. We can recover in vinyl or automotive leather with a design of your choice. Seats can be built up. Please contact Daryl Rack Tel: 021 705 5593 Fax: 086 212 7292 Email: info@mccarthystrim.co.za Full restorations. Pierre Cronje does these as well as wheel lacing and building. Call him on 072 513 9432. Ornate period brass spark plug nuts and connectors. Lloyd Du Bois makes these for HT leads. He also hand makes stainless steel/aluminium license disc holders and corks for the “Enots” push-pull type fuel taps, and light alloy tyre valve caps. Call Lloyd on 033 396 6471. Ultrasonic cleaning call Henry Watermeyer on 084 800 8862. Raw honey for sale. Remember Caroline is the honey queen – you can buy her various types of honey at the club meeting for the bargain price of R50 per jar or carolinesrawhoney@gmail.com

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Petrol taps Enots flat-slide type, made in brass to your order. In sizes 1/8”, 1/4” and 3/8” BSP as well as Rally boxes made to your order with handlebar mounting brackets plus mountings for the rally plate and three watches. Trevor Fraser on 013 656 3063 or 076 591 5560. BMW Speedometers Ben Vandenberg has a large stock of old and parts. He is willing to pass them on to anyone running a speedo repair service or is planning to start one. His contact number is 021 712 2661. Restoration and other services. Gravel Man Services offers full service of all BMW boxer twins (old and new). Accident damage repairs and restorations. Please contact Markus Watson on 083 602 3503.

Don’t forget that there are still copies of the fantastic 2013 centenary JD video available. Still only R199, and available from the Chairman or the Editor. Can be posted anywhere in the world as well at (cost plus postage)! Contact editor@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za or chairman@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za The Sunday run on the 16th of February will start at 0900 at the Riverstone Lodge Muldersdrift (on the western side of the N14/R28) on the R114 near Muldersdrift/Kromdraai off ramp) – see also www.riverstonelodge.co.za This run can be used to test out your DJ bike, so BE THERE

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THE VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE CLUB

P O Box 782835 SANDTON 2146 South Africa

Website: www.vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za COMMITTEE

Incumbent Portfolio e-mail Home Work Cell

Ian Holmes Chairman ianhol@iafrica.com 011 793 7304 011 791 6424 083 646 3089

Gawie Nienaber Treasurer gawie@nienaber.co.za 011 646 8983 083 326 4911

Ian Storer Secretary hilian@isat.co.za 072 727 7382

Pierre Cronje Committee Member pierrecronje@mweb.co.za 011 849 3008 072 513 9432

Rob Pattison-Emms Committee Member avonrod@mweb/co.za 011 460 1901 011 460 1901 082 891 8399

Les Sim Committee Member les@turnkeyhydraulics.co.za 011 673 1865 011 827 8954 082 552 4072

Roly Tilman Committee Member/Librarian tilman@lasergroup.co.za 011 803 1462 082 377 4303

Steve Trehair Committee Member stevet@matrixmarketing.co.za 011 469 5900 011 886 0494 083 461 2751

Peter Vlietstra Club Dating Officer pvlietstra@gmail.com 011 793 4841 082 650 9880

Ric Lewis Magazine Distribution liz@squashsa.co.za (Liz) 082 746 2816

Andy Stead Magazine editor editor@vintagemotorcycleclub.co.za 082 553 4492

Fees payable Entry Fee: R50.00 Annual Subscriptions: R220.00 (R110.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Country member: R160.00 (+80km from club HQ) (R80.00 if joining after 1st Jan) Family members: R10.00 (i.e. Spouse & minor children) Club Bank Acc No. 1970259841 at Nedbank. Sandton Branch 197-005. Club Meetings are held every fourth Monday of the month (except December) at The Vintage and Veteran Club (VVC), 3 Athol Oaklands Road, Oaklands Johannesburg, at 20h00. The opinions expressed in KICKSTART are not necessarily those of the Committee or the Editor.