
This year, as all my Velos were on the bench, I borrowed John’s 1967 Velocette Thruxton [read our story on the Thruxton here], which is a fast and well-sorted machine. I think I kept my promise to only ride it to 80%, and I only opened the throttle WFO to pass a couple of cars along the way. Still, the bike is very fast through the twisty bits, and as that’s all there is in the hills, away we went. Thanks John! There was only one mechanical mishap, when Kim Young’s 1930 KSS had primary chain/clutch problems, which she’s been trying to sort for a while. The bike has had a bit of teething trouble, and her husband Pete puts a lot of time and effort to ensure Kim has it available for rides.






To join the Velocette Owner’s Club of North America, click here! The club has an annual 1000-mile Summer Rally (since 1983), and set the gold standard for vintage riding clubs worldwide.

G’day Vintagent…I love your site. Such beautiful bikes and delightful lifestyle. Silly question – Do you happen to know a gentleman who goes by “Dano”, early 40’s, lives in SF but splits his time between the city and Carmel Valley? He is a passionate collector of motorcycles, especially pre-1916? I would love to know if you know of him.
Tiffany
JUNE 01, 2007