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The Star and Garter / Invitation to Norfolk
« on: 19 December, 2023, 12:27:12 »
Just in via Ian Godman our Chairman
An invitation to the Club to visit a traditional boatyard in Norfolk, between Norwich & Hemsby.
Also a chance to sail on their boats!
Anyone who has not sailed before, I personally can highly recommend a trip on the water under sail.
Any takers to organise a visit?

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The Star and Garter / Rally & Open Day
« on: 01 November, 2023, 10:22:05 »
I was asked what are the ground rules and requirements for a successful BSAOC Rally and Open Day (Open Day is when all bikes and enthusiasts are welcome to visit for FREE).
Well, it's hard to say, but here's a shot at a formula - please add your own pointers:
1. Local volunteers to recce potential sites - we've had some great responses on this (apologies for delays getting back to you but a busy time enhanced by bad Covid...)
2. Local volunteers to see what's on offer and what needs to be added
3. Volunteers to recommend which of their researched venues gets the green light
4. Volunteers to just get on with it, ask for help - it'll be offered
5. make it up as you go along - every time is different and offers new learning and experience
6. communicate like it's going out of fashion
7. don't feel bad if you find 2024 is all booked, more time to plan for 2025
8. FUN & Happy People are the rules
Camping & Caravan Club might have some venues suitable? How many of us are also members there?
Just for fun, here's the result we all want (cut & paste):
https://www.facebook.com/100000752733664/videos/2202723636429373/

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Twins / RGS Owners Now or Then
« on: 15 August, 2023, 17:48:18 »
**Hands up anyone who has OWNED an actual BSA Rocket Gold Star... **and who'd like to contribute to a future magazine feature. I'd love to hear from you if you don't mind answering some questions. pm via
rowena@realclassic.net
Not doing replicas or tributes this time around - although your own stories of such bikes would be very welcome...

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The Star and Garter / 23 September - Book the day in your diary
« on: 02 August, 2023, 08:55:06 »
Saturday 23 September 2023

Exciting *NEW* BSAOC Event - 1 day only - details to follow

Put the date in your diary & watch this space.  :)  :)

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The Star and Garter / Members Keep Up The Good Work!
« on: 28 June, 2023, 09:22:35 »
Copied from elsewhere:
"We could write a new version of an old song: "Where have all the old bikes gone?"..." Stuck in garages all day long"...When will they ever be rode?... Long time passing ...etc etc. Yes, [snip] most meetups now don't have many real old bikes anymore. Are they all owned by us old men who don't ride them possibly from infirmity or are too worried about getting dust on them?. For me looking at modern bikes is sooo boring. I like Commandos but really would not give any one of them a second glance. All the fun of the old bikes has gone, well it has down my way sadly."
Every new member introduced to BSAOC by another member is another poor soul saved from the despondency suffered by the writer of that note.
It's a simple message:
Share the Joy! Join BSA Owners Club!

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The Star and Garter / BSAOC National Rally - Mallory Park
« on: 29 May, 2023, 10:42:56 »
Fantastic weather!
Great ride out!
Excellent food!
Magnificent attendance!
Brilliant band!
Wonderful to get back to going out - the habit we lost during lockdowns!
Happy Friends!

Well done Phil and his team of supporters and the Mallory Park Team

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The Star and Garter / New Gold Star Survey & Magazine Article
« on: 24 May, 2023, 09:19:56 »
Rowena Hoseason
Seeking    Owner Assistance!

Do you own a new BSA Gold Star?

If so - and if you're happy to answer a couple of questions and provide a couple of photos - please do get in touch via

Rowena@RealClassic.net

You and your bike could be immortalised in print!

Bill - perhaps you could enquire via the BSAOC groups whether any new Goldie owners would care to contribute to an article?

Less than ten questions to answer, I promise!

If so, pls pass on my email addy... thanks!

Rowena@RealClassic.net

I know BSAOC Members are busy this weekend with Mallory & Sammy Miller's, so let's get some responses to Rowena beforehand, if possible.

BSAOC are the BSA Experts so our Member views will be particularly helpful and informative, particularly yours!

Let's do it!


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The Star and Garter / Hostility at BSAOC AGM - Shock Exposé
« on: 17 April, 2023, 17:02:48 »
The Members there wouldn't let me sing!
Where were you my army of fans?
I was tormented by the Happy People

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The Star and Garter / Help - John Bull Rally
« on: 02 April, 2023, 18:18:32 »
I've had an enquiry about this month's John Bull details, but can't find anything other than location and dates.
Is there any further information anywhere, please?

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The Star and Garter / Bike Safe with Northants Police
« on: 01 April, 2023, 20:48:08 »
I've watched the excellent video lessons in preparation & done another dive into RoadCraft (bike version) and assessed myself more intensely on recent work rides.
I've checked Laurie over as usual & stood out in the drizzle to have a wash (the bike, not me).
So that's it, all ready for my BikeSafe course tomorrow and looking forwards to some expert positive feedback on my riding and tips for improvement.
I mentor and coach business owners so will really value being on the receiving end for a change - we can all benefit from an independent observation, whatever we are doing.
It's especially important for bike riders, isn't it.
I'll come back and let you know how I got on; but in advance, a big shout out and thanks to the Police for this brilliant opportunity.

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National, Branch and Group Events / Mallory Park Bonanza
« on: 31 March, 2023, 17:04:52 »
Phil's looking to book the club stand for another event:


Mallory Park Bonanza
15/16th July 2023

More details to follow as available.

Sounds like another good time.

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The Star and Garter / Editorial Endorsement of BSAOCSC
« on: 30 March, 2023, 09:30:27 »
Here's a nice piece or internet endorsement for a BSA OC. Please note they also include a picture of the BSAOCSC Happy People in the article!



Join The BSAOCSC (BSA Owners Club of Southern California)

Over the weekend at the "Stagecoach Motorcycle Rally" I had a long conversation with the new BSAOCSC president, Bill Findiesen

The convo we had talked about the benefits of joining the club as well as some of the upcoming rides and events..

If you live in Southern California, and you have not joined the BSAOCSC, I recommend joining the club...

Here's why
 
The BSAOCSC is one of the very few "active" clubs here in SoCal - enjoy local rides, gatherings and meetings throughout the entire year 

If you are "new" to owning a vintage British motorcycle, surrounding yourself with the same passionate folks in the club makes owning a Brit bike more fulfilling

The BSAOCSC welcomes ALL makes of bikes including Triumph's, Norton's and other makes of British machines (as well as modern classics)

Malcolm & Kyle joined
 
Both Malcolm & Kyle have been BSAOCSC members for over 5 years now and we do take advantage of local rides and meets up (as much as we can)

How To join / get more info

Interested in joining the BSAOCSC? Please click on the image above or link below for more details:

https://bsaocsc.org/membership-registration/

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The Star and Garter / Ride It Day April 23
« on: 14 March, 2023, 13:25:20 »
£47,000 was raised last year by motorcyclists doing Ride It Day events for the Childline Service.

Sunday 23 April join other BSA riders and many more and once again help support vulnerable children and young people across the UK.

Join or organise a Ride or just buy a Ride It Day Rally Plate for just £10.00 and go for a Ride It Day run.

Visit www.fbhvc.co.uk/drive-it-day for details, or www.driveitday.co.uk/shop to order your Rally Plate.

Let's just Ride It for Childline!

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The Star and Garter / Westmoreland Rally Tour
« on: 25 February, 2023, 10:57:12 »
Here's a new one on me that may well be of specific interest to our North Westerly outposts & adjacent South West Scotland BSA peoples. It's a new one on me, so if you are going let everyone know & take some photos & write some words to share.

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The Star and Garter / BikeSafe
« on: 23 February, 2023, 19:06:08 »
What have I done?
Had an email advising that the 2023 round of Police BikeSafe courses are open for booking.
Northants Chief Constable is the overall lead & one of his Team is the Lead Instructor.
I've booked a place & done the first 5 modules of the online training.
It's scarily good and will need watching more than once.
Hope it's not raining when I go for the day at Northants HQ.
Trepidation.
Places book up quickly so don't dither: www.bikesafe.co.uk

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