Here are the pictures of the new Classic and Electra Efi at the 2008 International bike show at the NEC
All new bikes come with a 2 year warranty, as opposed to the one year of the previous models. The first year will be parts and labour and the second parts only. A dedicated Royal Enfield insurance scheme has been set up with CIA insurance and this will take effect from January 01st 2009. I am able to take deposits for the new bikes for when they come in.
To see the new model range visit the NEC Motorcycle show at the end of November or come and see the new bikes here when stocks arrive which hopefully should be before Christmas for the Electra range and the new year for the Bullet Classic range.
To help each of his neighbouring sections of the REOC, Lincolnshire and Humberside, and as a show of appreciation for the custom provided to him Jim has donated £50.00 to each section.
The Lincolnshire section of the REOC has just had its 6th Birthday celebrations. 32 people turned up for a great buffet meal at The Plough at Walcott near Billinghay, just North of Sleaford. A good night was had by all and a cake was provided by Jims mother in law for the occasion.
The maintenance class of October 11th and 18th was a huge success with 8 people turnig up travelling from all parts of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire to each class .A general discussion on the principles of an engine and gearbox followed by a discussion of topics suggested by the pupils.Tea and Coffee and sandwiches and cakes where passed around before a bike was dismantled for the timing cover and quill feed to be examined. The class finished around 5pm.
Jim was on the radio the other night, click on the link and scroll to the bottom of the page to have a listen to what he has got to say.
Link for Jims' Radio interview
Stocks of new bikes are starting to run low at the Royal Enfield importers. Already the Electra models have run out as well as the classic e start models. If you want one of the traditional Royal Enfields then time is of the essence, dont delay as you may be dissapointed.
A new section of the Royal Enfield owners club has opened . This is a branch called the Humberside section and its meetings are held at the Tiger Inn, Lairgate Beverly on the last Monday of the month. They start at 7.00-7.30pm
Chaz Ing and Steve Ross are soon to be on their way to the capital of Mongolia, each riding a Royal Enfield Bullets which have been prepared by ourselves as a sponsor towards the ride.
They are setting off from Old Nicks Tavern on the morning of Saturday 19th July and travelling down to London . They will be following the route taken by the Mongolia charity ride team and will be going over 5 mountain ranges and 2 deserts. They will pass through Germany, Czech Republic,Poland,Ukraine,Kazakstan,Uzbekistan and Russia before finishing at Ulan Bator in Monoglia. Once there they will auction the bikes off for their charity and fly home, it should take them about 5 weeks, hoping to travel around 250 miles 6 days a week. The charities they are raising money for are Child development protection fund and When you wish upon a star.
Good Luck to them - we wish them well
Chaz & Steves bikes waiting to be collected from the Garage
Jim & Chaz
The Lincolnshire section of the Royal Enfield owners club had a ride out to the garage this Saturday. About 20 bikes came from all over the county, some from the North bank. All were made welcome and Tea and Coffee and biscuits were served by Liz. After visiting they left to have a Carvery Lunch at the local pub.
The first training course for routine maintenance was held on Saturday 16th March. 7 People attended . A brief explanation of the basics of engine design and operation was given using a factory sectioned 350 engine and then after tea and refreshments a demonstration of servicing a bike was performed with people having hands on involvement. After many requests another may be held at the back end of the year. Keep an eye on the forum for details.
The Lincolnshire section of the Royal Enfield owners club are moving there meeting place to the Plough at Walcot. Pete and Angie the Landlords of the Marmion arms at Haltham are moving to Walcot because the pub is closing. They have been good hosts for the club and so the section has decided to follow them there.The section meets on the third Tuesday of the month and all are welcome. Food is normally available but not for January as they are having a new kitchen fitted. Walcot is situated on the B1189 off the A153 just south of Tattershall.
BOXING DAY RUN
The Mid Lincs section of the VMCC was held the other day. It started from Market Rasen market place and was a nice run on traditional Lincolnshire roads, quiet and straightish,to the pleasant village of Corringham near Gainsborough. The run concluded with a nice cup of Coffee at the Beckett arms and pleasant conversation with old friends. About 20 bikes and some nice old cars turned up and the weather was very kind although quite cold. Many thanks to John Mundey for an excellent route.
Pre 65 at Cadwell
On the 27th it was the annual pre 65 trial organized by the Poachers section of the AJS and Matchless owners club. The entry was free, the facilities being kindly donated by the owners of Cadwell park, Motor Sport vision Ltd. A collection was being made in aid of the Air Ambulance.Over 100 entrants took part in the trial, braving the cold weather and damp conditions.
A nice Royal Enfield 500 at section 8. On the day the ground was slippery to foot but the riders seemed to be coping very well.
Mr Crawford from Spilsby on his first ever trials event aboard his Matchless
Sunday, December 9, 2007
The Lincolnshire section of the Royal Enfield owners club had their Christmas dinner last night at the Marmion arms, Haltham near Horncastle. The landlord prepared a marvellous 5 course meal with choices for starters and mains and sweets.The service was excellent. After the meal the landlord had arranged a quiz based on a christmas theme, and then we had a raffle which raised £62.00 for charity. Many thanks to Barry for organizing and for all his work throughout the year.
This is a Picture of the new ROYAL ENFIELD ELECTRA WOODSMAN launched at the NEC show this week. Notice the left hand exhaust and the rear set gear and brake controls, trials bar and sump plate.
This is the De-luxe version with chrome guards. The price starts from £3895.00 for the Woodsman and £3995.00 for the de-lux version. The bike will be on sale from the spring of 2008 to continue the hugely successful range of Royal Enfields.
Did you see the NEW ROYAL ENFIELD Engine for 2009 to meet the Euro 3 regulations and the new Royal Enfield Electra Woodsman at the NEC stand in November.
Because of these regulations the importers Watsonian Squire have had to bring in extra stock of bikes to meet demand.
The old iron engined classic bike of the 50's will no longer be available once these stocks have run out but they expected to last well into 2008 unless there is a rush.
So place your orders soon for the new Woodsman or any other model you may fancy because when stocks are gone they will be gone. We have demonstrators for you to try, just bring your helmet and licence and have a go.
London To Brighton Run
The car is a1904 De-Dion Bouton model Y 8hp 3 speed. It is a single cylinder with an atmospheric inlet valve and trembler coil ignition. It has variable valve and ignition timing as well as mixture controls for air and fuel.
The brake is a transmission brake and the handbrake operates on the two rear wheels. (picture by Keith Lax) Jim and John coming into Crawley for the lunch break of the 2007 London to Brighton veteran car run.
The car started at 7.57am at Hyde park London and finished at Madeira Drive Brighton at 1.05pm. No snags or stoppages this year and a leisurely lunch break of 1 Hour.
Members of the Lincolnshire section of the REOC enjoyed a Buffet put on by the Landlord of the Marmion Arms at Haltham near Horncastle.
A cake was presented by Liz Allen. A short quiz followed the food which was organized by the Landlord. A very enjoyable night was had by all. The flowers on the cake are all hand made from Sugar Paste and the filling is a Jam and Cream sponge with over a pound of butter going into the ingredients to make a delicious cake. Made by Eileen Cook
Round Britain Run
Pictured below calling in to Jim Allen Motorcycles are Roweena and Emma who were visiting all the Royal Enfield dealers in the UK!
They were riding new Electras, loaned to them by Watsonian Squire, and were doing it to promote their magazine 'Real Classic'.
More info and a write up of the whole Round Britain Route can be seen on the 'Real Classic' web site here
