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BSA Motorcycles
for auction

14th February 2010
at Bathurst Showgrounds

1969 BSA B25 Fleetstar single 250cc

and

1960 BSA A7 Shooting Star Twin 500cc

Both are in running order with only minor work such as recharging & returning batteries into the frames, checking oil and other adjustments needed. Both held NSW Historic Vehicle registrations up to 01Jun09 as part of the BSA NSW Club membership.

These motor cycles have been lovingly cared for by a former BSA employee.

Also being offered at this auction a motorbike trailer, a number of spare parts, manuals & tools.

We anticipate bidding on the motor bikes will occur between 12.30pm and 1.30pm

Bathurst Central Auctions
www.bathurstauctions.com.au
Bathurst Showgrounds, Bathurst NSW

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Volunteers are needed
during the coming year
for Backup Trailer and BBQ Trailer
At the moment there are plenty of dates and rides to select from.
Select a date HERE
and notify the Events Manager, Mick Gentleman,
at the next Club Meeting, or on 0419 247 657
or email: events@vvcmcc.org

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MRA ACT
Road Safety Alert
February 2010

Hi Everyone,

With everyone virtually back at work and all the kids back at school ACT traffic levels are building and our concentration levels need to be rising accordingly.

Over summer we've had bugger all rain and the roads have built up a considerable oil, diesel, and other contaminant load. This slippery stuff will come to the surface with the rain and stay there till flushed. Having only two wheels means that when we hit this muck we will lose traction. Couple that with roads that have lost their grip due to aggregate sinking leaving smooth tar behind, road surface that is damaged, or further degraded by the rain, we have to be alert, wear the right gear, and ride appropriately for the conditions.

If you see problems on the road please report them:

Life Threatening must fix now or someone will die - Ring 000

Where an urgent (but not necessarily immediate) response is required, call Canberra Connect on 13 2281 and lodge your report. Situations in this category would include:

• Moderate road subsidence
• Moderate oil/petrol/chemical spills
• Other hazards needing rectification within hours.

Otherwise, where the hazard can be addressed within a reasonable time or as part of a routine maintenance cycle, submit your report to Canberra Connect either via their feedback page or by email to roads@act.gov.au

Ride Safe, have fun, and stay upright,

Pete

Peter Major
Communications and Road Safety Officer
MRA ACT
02 6207 0073
0419 866 126

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Some info on
NYLON RIDING PANTS

5000 denier nylon offers good abrasion resistance but transfers an excessive amount of heat to the underlying skin. Thus when wearing Cordura you need a reasonable undergarment or it is appropriately lined (e.g. my Tiger Angel Trousers) - a clean burn is better than a dirty gouge.

I have questions about Hornee Jeans as they use a different technique to Dragon. Its knitted vs. woven, I can't remember which is the best, however it is the one used by Dragon as advised to me by a leading expert.

Light nylon as a liner and not as the abrasion protection is quite ok. Polyester is a plastic as well, and when friction is applied will generate heat and melt. Cordura or very heavy nylon (5000 denier or heavier) as said previous offers good abrasion protection.

Clothing must provide PVC

Protection from; Impact, abrasion, and the elements
Visibility to: Able to be seen by others (don't count on it)
Comfortable for: To allay fatigue and rider distraction

Each garment needs to be inspected to determine robustness and affordable protection, as we have NO Australian standards it is very hard. Personally, I like high quality 1.5mm prestressed cow hide with water proofing treatment but that's not for everyone.

The Good Gear Guide on the ATSB web site is worth a look.

Cheers

Peter Major



More info at MCC of NSW and TAC VIC

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All VVCMCC members are encouraged to support
the Canberra Services Club, in Manuka.
Annual Membership is only $5.50 per year.
Details are on their web site at:
http://canberraservicesclub.com.au/

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