June - Historic Competition Motorcycle Club of WA

THE
COMPETITION MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF W.A.
Monthly meeting this Wednesday and
is a ‘Special General Meeting’.
PLEASE MAKE AN EFFORT TO ATTEND AS WE
WILLING BE VOTING ON A LIFE MEMBERSHIP
NOMINATION.
25th May Raceday - Photo courtesy Lee Crosby
www.historicracing.asn.au
JUNE 2014
P.O. BOX 568, SOUTH PERTH W.A. 6951 AFFILIATED WITH MOTORCYCLING WA
HCMC OFFICIALS 2014/2015
President: BILL HARGRAVE
Vice-President: PETER MACFARLANE
Treasurer: MARK LAING-HUGHES
Secretary: ANNIE TREGGER
Memberships: ANNIE TREGGER
Race Secretary: CARRIE GARDNER
COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
ANNIE TREGGER
BRIAN RICHARDSON
MIKE SMITH
STEVE CRANE
CHRIS MERCER
MARC NESBITT
9295 6142 (use this if possible please) or 0415 884 429 (hit and miss)
email: whargrave@gmail.com
0418 924 902 or 9279 5349
pemac2@gmail.com
0413 887 152 or 9312 2357
marklin@iinet.net.au
0400 777 572 or 9295 6142 51speedie@iinet.net.au
0400 777 572 or 9295 6142 51speedie@iinet.net.au
9572 9126
c.gardner1@bigpond.com
0400 777 572 or 9295 6142
NEW- 0498 131 478 or (08) 6460 1358
0403 545 049
0432 919 321
0409 529 459
0400 600 477
Juniors: ROB CLARKE
Newsletter/Website: Mick Tesser
Assistant: Brian Donovan
9206 2604 (After Hrs)
9314 1201
51speedie@iinet.net.au
inspector.brian1@hotmail.com
smith.mike064@gmail.com
shwmae59@hotmail.com
ccmercer@iprimus.com.au
cram@westnet.com.au
robclarke36@iinet.net.au
adprint@iinet.net.au
briracer93@gmail.com
www.historicracing.asn.au
Life Members
Les Thomas
Pam Thomas
Colin Golesworthy (Dec.)
Geoff Blennerhassett
Jeff Simms (Dec.)
Ken Vincent
Paul Barfoot
Alan Warner
Club (General) meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at the Old Caversham Racetrack
(Harrow Road, Caversham- see link for map on homepage) at 8 pm.
The Club was formed in 1980 and the objectives of the Club are:
The preservation and regular usage of Historic Competition Road Racing Motor Cycles & Sidecars in Western
Australia and to promote historic motor sport.
The Club is affiliated with the controlling body of motor cycle sport - Motorcycling Australia.
All events conducted by the Club are done so under the authority of MWA and the General Competition Rules
(GCRs) of Motorcycling Australia. Membership is open to anyone interested in historic motor cycles.
Ownership of an eligible machine is not a prerequisite.
Annual Membership Fees
Annual Competitor Membership: $80 Associate Membership: $40
HALL OF FAME - Bill Hargrave - President
Recently the Committee was asked to consider a nomination for life membership. Unfortunately, the person
nominated did not meet the requirements for election to Honorary Life Membership as detailed in our club’s
Constitution.
It was clear that we needed another way of recognising and honouring the careers and achievements in
motorcycle sport of some of our club members.
Bob Humphreys, who was a visitor at the committee meeting, came up with the perfect solution; a club
Hall Of Fame. Following a constructive discussion the committee agreed to establish the club’s Hall of
Fame immediately.
Unlike the election to Honorary Life Membership, which considers a member’s commitment to our club,
the Hall of Fame will focus on a member’s long-term or lifetime commitment to our sport. The Hall of Fame
will recognise the contribution made by a club member to motorcycling sport at state, national or international
level. Induction into the Hall of Fame is also an acknowledgement of sportsmanship and integrity.
A nominee may be a racing member, an official or a volunteer. Nominations for the Hall of Fame may be
made by any club member in writing to the General Committee, who will make the final decision.
Members who are inducted into our Hall of Fame will be presented with a framed commemorative certificate.
A replica of the certificate will be hung in our club room at Caversham.
The Committee also agreed that, following the inaugural inductions in 2014, a maximum of one person
per year may be inducted into the Hall of Fame. One club member has already been inducted and another
has been suggested as a possible second nominee. The name of the initial inductee and the place and
time of the presentation will be announced soon.
MoM KNOWS BEST... - Bill Hargrave - President
I hope you have all been on the MA website reading MoM’s words of wisdom. If not here is another snippet
from the rule book.
Directly after the Historic Road Racing Index (Chapter 14 on page 106) there is a paragraph called
Application of Chapter which states:
“The following Rules governing Historic Road Racing motorcycles are written to facilitate the organisation
of uniform and fair competition. The express purpose of these Rules is to ensure the motorcycles are in
a condition that is visually compatible with the period of racing being portrayed. These Rules are to be
interpreted so as to ensure that motorcycles are presented in the spirit of the period. All machines should
be prepared to a high standard of cosmetic appearance.”
Guys when preparing your bikes please keep this in mind, a well presented bike is usually a well prepared
bike.
APPLICANTS FOR A RACE LICENCE - Annie Tregger - Club Secretary
If you wish to obtain an MA Race Licence through this club you will need to attend at least one Tuning Day
so that you can be observed on the track by a Club Coach. Our club holds Tuning Days only on Saturdays
at Collie - the dates are on this website.
WANNEROO 25 MAY ROUND 3 - Annie Tregger
It had been six months since the club last raced at Wanneroo. The day before race-day was wet, wild and
cold with more of the same forecast but ..... on the day, the rain held off until the last three races.
It was a great turn-out, with ninety-nine machines in the program, including a fine turn-out of five P2's and
six P3's - keep the old'uns running!
The question of "slicks or no slicks" was quickly settled as those who'd come prepared for the wet realised
there wasn't any (until 4pm, that is).
There was quite a hold-up during the morning sessions when Mick McGeown's Honda threw a rod,
chainsawing its way through the cases (see photo) and causing a major oil spill. Unfortunately, collateral
damage included Ziggy Maeder and David Gapes who both came down in the oil. David was OK but Ziggy
is recovering from a broken collarbone - our best wishes for a return to racing soon, Ziggy. The Laverda,
however, is looking rather out of sorts (see photos).
One guy who loves it in the wet is Bob Humphreys, who was busy giving it heaps in the next-to-last race.
Hynesey, close behind Bob, seemed to be trying it too (from where we were watching) but met the bitumen
instead - just a few bruises to show. That race was red-flagged and the last race was cancelled due to
failing light, we understand.
By all accounts, everyone (except the casualties) enjoyed the day and there was a good turn-out at the
post-race sausage sizzle and presentation.
As always, thanks to all the volunteers and officials, particularly Carrie, our long suffering Race Sec. who
drove all the way from Morangup and our Steward, Graham, who travelled from Merredin to be there for
us. Another great day of motorcycling fun - let's hope there are many more.
2014 Australian Historic Road Race Championships, Lakeside Park, Qld
The Supp Regs and entry forms are now available on our website or MA’s website.
Sport Pixx error
My apologies to Graeme Howie for mistakely crediting some of the pics in the last newsletter to someone
else, check out sportpixx.com.au for our raceday pics and other sport oriented photography.
25th May Raceday - Photo courtesy sportpixx.com.au
Life Member & sidecar devotee
Colin Golesworthy (deceased)
in action in the late 50’s/early 60’s
at Brands hatch and the Isle of Man,
with passenger Peter Rutherford.
Cracking photos of a bygone era.
Who’s this young whipper snapper??? Showing his early love of
motorbikes - OK, admittedly it’s only a quad, but it is a Honda.
He’s already practicing his #1 finger salute;-) Such high
aspirations! - And then I met Robbie (Clarke) in 1997.
The rest is history!!!! A hint – It’s Circa 1998 - see last page
RACE BIKES FOR SALE - Nick Chesson
KTT MK8 1939 Eng # 1013 G/box # TT 5 - 3182 Frame # SF212
Bike is completely genuine MK8 except for the Hagon rear suspension units and also a BTH Electronic
Magneto. Engine has a problem of oiling up the plug after period of running ?
This bike has a long racing pedigree in Western Australia. Price $ 60,000.00 ONO
MAC 350cc 1951 Eng # MAC 17342 Frame # MD6672 . This bike is currently in pieces, but ready
to be bolted back together and ready to be raced again. Very fast reliable bike, knicknamed the " Rocket"
Price $ 9500.00 ONO
Contact me on Mob # 0438 044 827 for further information.
More For Sales...
- Bike shipping crate 200cm (w) x 72cm (d) x 130cm (h) wood complies with international standards
$200 ono
- DBT racing leathers, 2piece, padded, Suzuki blue, approx women's size 10 (163cm & 62kg) $100 ono
- Aero leather road jacket, black, padded, action back pleating, double front zipper, Euro men's 40 $150
- Walden Miller leather road trousers, black, Ladies size 10-12 $50
- RJay's back protector, brand new, Men's medium, $90
- Furygan wet weathers, one piece, red, new condition, size M. Made in England (but don't fit over
leathers with armour) $100
Contact Suellyn by email on ducatista500@hotmail.com
25th May Raceday
Photos this and top two next page courtesy
Annie Tregger
25th May Raceday - Photos courtesy Lee Crosby
Yep, it was Daniel Wilson, Congrats if you guessed correctly!
Photo courtesy Kim Johnson Photography
FOR SALE: Suzuki RGT 250 1986, complete and running, unlic - $1500
...also....
Yamaha TZR upper & side fairings, 2 sets, new. Contact Martin on 0413 435 187
FOR SALE: 1990 Moto Guzzi LeMans 1000 Mk7, red, excellent condition - bargain - $6500
email Nick on nick_chesson@westnet.com.au for more info.
FOR SALE. T.A.B 350 Honda P4 Class lap record holder at Collie. $12,000. Contact Bob Humphreys on 92956184
WANTED: Early Honda CB 500 fuel tank and also side covers/panels to fit 1976 CB 550.
Marc Nesbitt PH: 0400 600 477, email: cram@westnet.com.au
FOR SALE: CLASSIC RACING DUNLOP'S : MWR can supply fresh stock on a demand basis for club members.
Contact Murray West: 0407 687 759
All Fuel Tank repairs Ali, steel, stainless steel tank repairs, can make new fuel tanks for old classics, general Ali TIG welding.
John Harris: 0404 215 944
MACHINIST AVAILABLE: machine work, turning, milling etc, by skilled tradesman - good rates, top quality, phone Terry
Fell on 9561 1754
Wanted. Set of starter rollers, to suit or could be altered for sidecar - also...
For Sale. Daytona Steering Damper. $50.00 ono. Kill switch, new, normally open type. $25.00.
Contact Richard Williams. Mob, 0417 953 346 or ralbwilliams@bigpond.com .
FOR SALES:
Ducati 999 '04 track or race bike, very good condition less than 12000km. Comes with spare fairings and levers, Termi, some
carbon bits, race filler and fresh oil. Well looked after by me, previous owner and Pro Twin. Not registerable for the road. Offers
over $8000 considered (advertised elsewhere)
Ducati Alchemy SV1 with 1990s 900SS motor and running gear project bike. serious enquiries call me.
Suzuki GSX/Katana frame, modified with mono-shock but could be brought back to standard. Comes with EFE front end and set
of FJ (I think) 17 inch rims. $500ono
Original headers from a Katana (4 into 2) mufflers are add-ons but all there. $350.
Honda CB350 original shocks to restore! $20 or a six pack!
GSX1100 tank (small unscalloped) $150
Suzuki EFE roller 95% complete and almost all together but not quite! Red duco.(no motor) $900ono
Honda 750/4 original Carbs good condition even the rubber boots $300
Alpine Star 1 piece leathers grey white minor Collie scuffs Euro 56 (roomy) $300
GSX in line 4 CV carbs $100 set
Spyke Titanium Vivid Blue and white 1 piece leathers, hump, removeable liner, minor Barbs scuffs! no sliders Euro 56 great fir for
185cm 83kg $375
Berik Race Gloves, needs stitching on one finger, white, used, medium $50.
GAZI twin shocks for all bikes, call me.
Various Katana fork legs for spare bits $free
WANTED: GSXR750 1990 motor to buy or swap.
Glen 0432119404 or motoshed@gmail.com - I can email pics of any of the above.