Sunra UK has announced a new collaboration with leading motorcycle and scooter tracking specialists, BikeTrac, endorsing the all-new BikeTrac Lite product for use and fitment on the entire Sunra EV range of models.

Launched last December, BikeTrac Lite offers a fit-and-forget tracking solution for smaller capacity or lower valued machines and like the regular full-feature BikeTrac device, enjoys Thatcham S7 rated security, offering owners greater protection against bike theft.

Announcing the endorsement and collaboration, Sunra UK’s Logan Black, commented, “As the Sunra range of models becomes more popular, we are keen to make sure that our customers have a range of services and products to keep them mobile. While our products do come with an alarm and a physical immobiliser function as standard, locking the rear wheel when unauthorised movement is detected, we’re mindful that bike thieves go to extreme lengths. With BikeTrac we are confident that we have a proven product and partner to offer our customers greater protection.”

As well as offering additional peace of mind to Sunra owners, the BikeTrac collaboration also provides insurance advantages too, with Sunra’s official insurance scheme provider, Lexham, providing up to 10% discount to owners of any model equipped with a BikeTrac unit.

BikeTrac’s Bill Taylor added, “We are delighted to gain endorsement from the Sunra UK team. Our BikeTrac Lite product has been developed for small capacity and lower valued machines, and so to have our product endorsed for EV use with Sunra is ideal. The lower draw rate of our products and the internal battery make it ideal for use on electric bikes and thanks to the small unit size, it can be easily installed in discrete locations on any of the Sunra lineup. We look forward to protecting many Sunra owners in the future.”

For more information on BikeTrac visit www.biketrac.co.uk and for details of the Sunra range visit www.sunra-uk.com. 

Every week National Lottery players raise over £30 million for good cause projects. Having benefited from National Lottery funding, the British Motor Museum is delighted to be supporting the Open Week by offering discounted entry to all National Lottery players.

From 19 - 27 March the Museum is offering National Lottery players £2 off standard Museum entry for up to 5 people, as a thank you for the funding it received for the Collections Centre development project. Anyone who pre-books using the discount code detailed in the link below, or presents their National Lottery ticket or scratch-card on these dates will be able to take up this special offer.

The Collections Centre, which opened in February 2016, received £1.45 million of lottery funding. The Centre enables visitors to view cars from the reserve collections of both the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, and its partner the Jaguar Daimler Heritage Trust. It also houses a vehicle restoration and conservation workshop and visitors can view the vehicle restoration projects in action for the first time in this new purpose-built facility.

The Lottery funding has also assisted with the development of its volunteer programme with over 70 volunteers regularly engaged with guiding, restoration, outreach, learning events and more. 

The British Motor Museum is one of many participating National Lottery-funded projects across the UK who are proudly taking part in National Lottery Open Week, coming together to say #ThanksToYou to the players with special offers. To find out how to book the #ThanksToYou £2 off offer and its terms and conditions please visit https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/national-lottery-ow-terms-conditions. To find out more about other venues participating in the National Lottery Open Week visit www.NationalLotteryOpenWeek.com.

Normal Museum entry is just £40 for a family in advance or £44 on the day, £14.50 for adults in advance or £16 on the day, £12.50 for concessions in advance or £14 on the day, £9 for children (5-16 years) in advance or £10 on the day and under 5s are FREE. There is also the option to Gift Aid or donate your entry fee and get an Annual Pass in return, at no extra cost. To find out more information about the Museum please visit https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/ or call 01926 895300.

Steaming On!
The South-West's largest festival of vintage transport makes a welcome return

The 46th Annual Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza, South Cerney Airfield, Cirencester 5-7 August 2022
After a 2-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the 46th Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza will make a welcome return to South Cerney Airfield, Cirencester on the 5-7 August 2022.

Rally Chairman Martyn Slater, said: 'The show will be packed full of exhibits, displays, entertainment and stalls to keep the whole family entertained. We pride ourself on being one of the best value days out for all. As such we’ve frozen our prices for the 11th year. What’s more, the event helps local and national charities’ with up to 30 represented on site raising money and awareness of their respective causes. The Club (S.V.T.E.C) has donated over £200,000 for charity in recent years. So, whether you are an exhibitor, visitor, trade stand, entertainer or volunteer, we can’t wait to welcome you back to the show and let the good times roll...’

Live Action Arena - the Steam Section is at the heart of the show and will be packed with nearly 70 full-size Steam Engines of all descriptions. The infamous 'Demonstration Arena' puts these mighty machines to the test, plus there’s the opportunity to drive one. Don’t miss the grand parade of miniature steam in the Alec Tanner arena or watch The Royal British Legion Poppy Parachute Display Team daily descent.

The Countryside Arena - promotes animal conservation and features fun and educational displays from bird of prey flying demonstrations, ferret racing, rare breeds, shire horses, horse logging, reptiles to bee hive making. The popular Dog Show will make its return with all money raised going to a local animal shelter.

Kids will love it too – there’s so much to keep them entertained from the vintage fairground with the popular Fairground Organs, 'electric yachts', waltzers, big wheel, steam-driven 'gallopers', traditional penny arcade games, to passenger rides on board a 10¼ inch scale steam locomotive or ‘Chuffy the train’ to Professor Colliwobble with his traditional Punch and Judy Show.

Massive Trade Stand zone - featuring 180 trade stands, autojumble and craft marquees where you can have a rummage to find a hidden gem or bargain along the way.

Food & Drink - There’s plenty of food and drink ‘pit stops’ across the showground, a firm favourite is the vintage tea room with the 1940s Radio.com broadcasting a great selection of tunes, Lindy Hop dancers plus regular sets by vintage singer Miss Franny Delight. Miss Franny will delight you with songs from the 1920s through to modern day with a vintage twist.

FREE vintage bus rides - Operating around the perimeter of the show site, and to and from Cirencester Town Centre and Kemble railway station to the show ground connecting with selected First Great Western Trains inc Stroud, Glos and Chelt.

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For further information, please visit: www.glosvintageextravaganza.co.uk

The new Harley-Davidson Pan America is nothing less than a milestone in the company's history. Up until now, the Motor Company has never developed a vehicle specifically for offroad use.
Scouting the Adventure Country Track across the Pyrenees, the Touratech test team ascertained that the Pan America is indeed a serious player in this sector. And it's no wonder that numerous concepts for accessories ideal for adventures big and small were born out of this tough ride.
 
Protectors for comprehensive protection
The Pan America provided an open flank in terms of vehicle protection in offroad use. The developers saw great potential, in terms of remedying the danger to the engine from flying stones and impacts and providing fall protection for radiators, tank and bodywork, and developed solutions. Comprehensive protection is provided through the combination of the Expedition engine guard and the crash bars. The protector package is rounded off by radiator and manifold guards, as well as headlight protectors, with versions available in either metal or Makrolon.
 
Versatile luggage solutions
For transporting luggage on the Pan Am, Touratech has created the exclusive, specially designed ZEGA Evo X "Premium Edition" system. In addition to the two aluminium panniers made of black anodised aluminium - one of which is recessed to fit snugly around the exhaust - this set includes a black-coated stainless steel rack, two high-quality inner bags and a complete set of locks.
Smaller items of equipment that need to be quickly accessible can be stored in the waterproof, super-durable EXTREME Edition tank bag. And of course, the Touratech developers have also thought of a rack to hold the tried and tested ZEGA topcases.
 
Attention to detail
Smart details, such as the anti-theft guard for the TFT, the side stand base extension, the comfortable long-distance foot pegs or the mounting adapter for navigation devices, are the direct result of practical travel experience.
With these parts from Touratech, the Harley-Davidson Pan America is ideally equipped for any adventure between Milwaukee and Madagascar.
 
Further information can be found in the Webshop

A very important three-day test has drawn to a close today at Lombok, which also ended winter testing for MotoGP. Team Gresini showed they can be among the protagonists straight from the get-go with an excellent performance by Bastianini both at Sepang and Mandalika, while Fabio Di Giannantonio has already proved he can comfortably be within the premier class. The Mandalika Circuit has surely presented some challenges for the two riders: track conditions were never perfect and line mistakes, which are absolutely normal on a new track, came with a big price to pay.

Fabio Di Giannantonio crashed unhurt twice, one on the opening day (turn ten) and the other on the second and final day (turn 11): both crashes came after similar mistakes, as the rider #49 lost the front-end and tumbled onto the very-wide gravel traps of the Indonesian track. The Rome-born rider did well in making sure those setbacks did not affect him as he worked both on time attack and race pace, with the priority being to improve his feeling with the Desmosedici GP21 machine.

Enea Bastianini had another great weekend, on a track that does not suit his riding style perfectly. Less late braking, but great feeling especially in the fast part of the track and with soft tyres, which helped the premier class sophomore log the 13th quickest time on the Ducati – one tenth shy of top five. One thing the Italian did remarkably well was to find his time attack lap in a matter of a few minutes, which is something absolutely crucial qualifying-wise ahead of the season.

13th - ENEA BASTIANINI #23 (1’31.599 – 129 laps)
“It was a very positive test, and we’re ready for Qatar. I got to know the 2021 bike properly, even though I also liked it at Jerez. Today’s result is not very indicative… We only worked on the race pace and the feeling was excellent. Things are going great with the team and I think we made a step forward even compared to Sepang: the more time we spend on the bike, the more we can be competitive. We have a little more experience compared to last season and honestly speaking it is also easier to work with the team: now I know what to ask for and what to tell them. I just can’t wait now.”

21st - FABIO DI GIANNANTONIO #49 (1’31.915 – 149 laps)
“It has been a positive preseason for us. We improved a lot aboard the Ducati and we managed to do so day after day. Today we also did a race simulation and we’re very happy. We are still in our early ‘school’ days but there’s plenty of motivation to do well. Compared to Sepang - where we lost a few days - we made an important step forward and now we need to keep both feet on the ground and think one step at the time. Qatar is around the corner so now it will be about anxiously waiting for another three weeks.”