New British electric motorcycle manufacturer Maeving will be attending the opening Bicester Scramble! event this weekend as the automotive event season kicks off.

Maeving will be bringing a selection of the new Maeving RM1 electric motorcycles for show goers to see up close and try them for size.

The first of the Bicester Scramble events will be on January 8 – please remember this is an advance ticket-only event and they will need to be booked ahead of the day which will run from 9am until 2pm.

The Maeving RM1 is a British-designed and built electric motorcycle aimed at urban riders who need a fun bike to ride around the city streets. With a battery range of up to 80 miles and a price starting at £5995 they make sense for many existing riders but also those completely new to riding. A Maeving RM1 can be ridden with just a CBT licence.

Come along and say hello to our friendly team and find out what the Maeving RM1 is all about and how it can so easily fit into your life.

To find out more about Maeving Motorcycles, check out the website HERE

What’s the Bicester Scramble! all about?

Scramble! into the New Year on Sunday 8 January 2023 at our Bicester Heritage site.

Explore our historic motoring hub from 9am until 2pm and take a glimpse behind the doors of our 47 industry-leading specialists, allowing behind-the-scenes access to their showrooms and workshops – beat the winter blues and enjoy a family-fun day out!

Our Scramblers membership club will be present in full force, promising a range of curated delights for members and non-members alike around our restored WW2 RAF base, with action promised from Scramblers HQ – Building 94.

Family and dog friendly, the Scramble is a wonderful way to while away the weekend hours in the company of some spectacular machines, with fresh air aplenty.

PLEASE NOTE:

This is an advance ticket only event. Passes for this event are per person (not per car) and are only available in advance. They will not be available to purchase at the gate on the day. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

The purchase price for each Pass includes a £1 donation towards Starter Motor, a Bicester Heritage based charity with the sole intention of putting young enthusiasts in the driving seat. To find out more please visit www.startermotor.co.

Children under 15 years of age may attend free of charge, but still require a Pass (including babies and toddlers).

Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times.

BUY BICESTER SCRAMBLE! TICKETS HERE

Whilst motorbikes provide one of the most cost effective and exciting means of transport on our roads today, they are not without draw backs.

Their compact size mean they are less noticeable and their lack of protection is evident to all, especially to those who have been involved in an accident and sustained motorbike injuries. Wearing bright and protective clothing can help to modify these motorbike injury factors in order to make riding as safe as possible. 

However, it is fact that accidents do and will unfortunately continue to occur. Motorbikes make up around 1% of UK traffic but motorbike injuries consist of 9% of all road casualties. They comprise 19% of those killed or seriously injured on the UKs roads and over 7% of those slightly injured, making bikers the most vunerable UK road user. Sadly as biking becomes more popular, this motorcycle injury percentage is slowly increasing. The most common motorcycle accident is when the driver of another vehicle fails to look properly.

In 47% of motorbike accidents with a car, the driver of the car was at fault for not looking properly. This statistic increases to over 68% at junctions. Motorcyclists themselves as a group of road users are least likely not to look properly, being at fault for this in only 16% of accidents.  

Insurance injury claims on the part of bikers count for less that 1% of claims and their claim freqency is almost two thirds less that that of car drivers. However, when loss of earnings, motorbike injuries and medical costs are factored in, the personal cost of an accident may be much more than just the bike and clothing that needs replacing.  

Common motorbike injuries include whiplash, ‘road rash’ and upper and lower limb fractures. These motorbike injuries are seldom minor and often require hospital treatment and operations.  Most commonly, hospitals operate on bikers who have sustained lower limb, upper limb and neck injuries.   

Dr Rob Patterson   M.B. Ch.B.  D.R.C.O.G.

 

 

 

 

 

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Motorbikes are more than a hobby - they can be a lifetime project, a labour of love. Some motorbikes are perfect for just getting from point 'A' to point 'B' fast, others are all about style. Today we’re going to take a look at some of the most expensive motorbikes on the planet.

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Onto the list:

10. £184,000 - Ducati Testa Stretta NCR Macchia Nera   

The Ducati Testa Stretta NCR Macchia Nera is a fierce-looking beast and definitely a bike that will turn a few heads. The top range model comes with a cool 180 grand price tag, a pretty penny indeed, and is designed by the one and only Aldo Drudi.

Lightweight (the beast is surprisingly only 135kg), nippy and limited edition, this Testa Stretta isn't the fastest bike in the world but when it comes to looks, it’s absolutely sublime. One for the collectors.

9. £192,000 - Ducati Desmosedici D16RR NCR M16

A titanium monster, the Ducati Desmosedici D16RR NCR M16 is purely designed around speed, with every inch being meticulously designed to help the model achieve some serious horsepower.

Whilst the standard model will set you back around £60,000, the upgrades are what bump the price up here. You can get this machine up to 200 hp with a Ducati 989 cc v$ desmodromic engine - totally road legal and weighing in at about 144kg.

8. £245,000 - Ecosse Founder’s Edition Ti XX

If you have some money to splurge and want a classy-looking steel horse, then the Ecosse Founder’s Edition Ti XX could be the one for you.

A titanium and carbon fibre chassis helps keep the weight down and the rear exhausts are also made from titanium. The engine transmits a mighty 228PS of raw power to the rear wheel making for some quick getaways. To top it all off, you've got an absolutely magnificent seat which is made from hand-crafted leather.

7. £327,000 - Legendary British Vintage Black

For a more classic style of bike, you should take a look at the Legendary British Vintage Black. Released all the way back in 1948, the modern version combines the vintage aesthetic with modern-day upgrades.

The run of bikes was limited to only 33 models, making it highly collectable and the reason why the bike is priced so high. The 250cc of performance under the hood made it the fastest legal road bike in the world at one point in history. You can find this bike in many classic films, a truly iconic motorbike.

6. £450,000 - Dodge Tomahawk V10 Superbike

Looking like something that wouldn’t be amiss in a Mad max film, the Dodge Tomahawk V10 Superbike is a real show-stopper when it comes to its design.

The futuristic-looking bike is one of the most expensive on the planet, although it’s just a concept bike and not actually road legal (yet!). Weighing a whopping 680 kg and reaching 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds, in theory, the bike could reach top speeds of 400 mph - certainly not one you would take out touring.

5. £1.2 million - Harley-Davidson Cosmic Starship

Yep - we’ve broken the £1 million mark! Starting off our top 5, the Harley-Davidson Cosmic Starship is a one-of-a-kind bike. It was painted by renowned artist Jack Armstrong, whose other works have sold for as much as £3 million.

Whilst the performance of the bike isn’t anything to shout about, its aesthetic appeal is undeniable.

4. £2.4 million - The Yamaha BMS Chopper  

Yamaha has done more than create a bike with the BMS chopper - they’ve created a piece of art.

Not designed for the road - you can tell immediately from looking at the bike - this is purely a collector's piece that’s meant to be enjoyed and appreciated as a piece of art. It almost looks like a vehicle out of a Marvel film

Yes, there’s a scary 1,700cc engine on this, but the fact that it's coated in 24-carat gold and the upholstered seat is pure red velvet, you won’t want to take it on the road!

3. £2.95 million - Ecosse ES1 Spirit

Another limited edition titanium motorcycle, some bike lovers have described its appearance as a little bit goofy. But what it lacks in appearance it more than makes up for in performance.

This mean machine is capable of almost 230 mph! This is why before you can even think about buying the Spirit, you have to take a special two-week class at Ecosse headquarters to see if you're worthy enough of riding.

2. £5.7 million - 1949 E90 AJS Porcupine

Whilst it doesn't look like anything special, you have to have some serious cash to get your hands on one of these porcupines.

With 4 only ever being produced, one of them was used by Les Graham to win the 1949 World Championship, which only adds to the price tag.

1.£9 million - Neiman Marcus Limited Edition Fighter

Coming in as the world's most expensive bike is the limited edition fighter by Neiman Marcus. Limited to only one model, Neiman Marcus is a chain of high-end, extremely luxurious retail stores in America that decided to throw their hat into the motorbike game.

When the bike was unveiled at auction, the start price was only £90,000 - but the bike eventually worked its way up to a staggering £9 million!

 

 

 

 

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Those who are just about to buy a flatbed truck will inevitably need help during its operation. Usually, they are associated with ignorance of the car or its imperfection. Therefore, a few tips for those who need more experience will not be excessive.

Tips for usage in extreme conditions

Extreme conditions are often considered too high or too low air temperatures, especially in those regions where such weather is the norm. In such a case, the flatbed truck needs to be refurbished and special attention paid to maintenance.  

Preparing for the summer

Drivers of flatbed trucks fail to prepare their vehicles for winter, but many people forget about summer. In order to minimize the occurrence of hazardous situations, a number of things should be done.

1. Conduct a technical inspection of the cooling system. There must be enough refrigerant in the air conditioner, because one of the biggest dangers in summer is overheating of the engine. In addition, you need to flush the radiator. At this time of the year, there is a lot of dust, pollen, and plant fluff in the air. They get into the radiator and can also lead to overheating.

2. You need to check the thermostat. If it is faulty, the engine may break down. That will entail costly repairs and significantly reduce the sale price of a flatbed truck.

3. Check engine coolant and oil. Every driver should have a can of antifreeze and distilled water with them. Ordinary pouring is impossible because this can cause the breakage of expensive parts.

Preparing for winter

Winter is a more challenging period for a mini truck with the weight up to 1 ton. In addition to the standard tips for replacing tires and carrying out maintenance, I would like to highlight a few more points:

* You need to choose the right oil for the engine. It should have a viscosity of 5 units less than what is used in autumn and spring;

* it would be best if you took care of the fuel heating system since it can freeze in winter;

* Pneumatic systems need to be adjusted. Sometimes the engine will not start due to fluid that freezes in the valves. Water gets there from the surrounding air, so truck owners install dehumidifiers.

Driving tips for novice drivers

Do not turn off the engine at high speeds. So you deprive scorching parts of cooling. The engine may overheat. In addition, the relay regulator will immediately turn off. Its function is to stabilize the voltage that is in the onboard network. After turning off the engine, the generator will continue to supply voltage to the network for some time, affecting the reliability of electrical equipment.

Start in first gear if you have a trailer on soft ground and slippery ground.

And one more thing, remember, a truck is a dangerous participant in the movement for others. It would help if you were predictable to others, kept your distance, and did not make hazardous maneuvers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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