Graham Walker Memorial Run – Beaulieu, UK

October 29, 2026 Abby - Site Assistant Comments Off

The annual Graham Walker Memorial Run returns to Beaulieu on Sunday 22 August 2027. In tribute to the late Graham Walker, veteran, vintage and post-vintage machines of all makes built before 31 December 1940 will be displayed in the grounds of the National Motor Museum before roaring into life and setting off on a run around the New Forest. Graham Walker was one of the founders of the Sunbeam Motorcycle Club in 1924 and served as club president for many years. After retiring from racing he became editor of Motorcycling and went on to be the first curator of the Montagu Motor Museum, forerunner to the National Motor Museum. The best time to view the run is before participants leave between 10am and 12pm, and when they return between 1pm and 3.30pm. Full details on the Beaulieu Graham Walker Memorial […]

Two New Triumph Bikes Launched on Avon Tires

October 10, 2017 Staff 1

Avon Tyres’ acclaimed Cobra tires have been selected as the original equipment (OE) fitment tires for two stylish new bikes launched by Triumph Motorcycles. The British manufacturer unveiled the two new motorcycles, the Triumph Speedmaster and Triumph Bobber Black, at an event last Tuesday.

Triumph Motorcycle confirms new World Land Speed Record attempt

Triumph Motorcycles Postpones Land Speed Record

September 20, 2016 Staff Comments Off

Triumph Motorcycles has confirmed that the current stage of its land speed record attempt has been postponed due to the course conditions at Bonneville. Rain at the start of the week has continued to affect the team’s running during the last seven days. While track inspections have shown that conditions improved, it has not been possible to create the constancy across the full eleven-mile course required for the Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner to safely conduct a Land Speed Record attempt. Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner designer Matt Markstaller said: I know people will be disappointed at this news, but the safety of the rider, Guy Martin, and the wider team supporting the Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner has to be our prime consideration. The course conditions on the salt flats have forced us to wait for another window of opportunity. The team […]

Triumph Motorcycles to Attempt Land Speed Record

August 1, 2016 Staff Comments Off

Triumph Motorcycles, the iconic British motorcycle brand, has confirmed that it will return to the legendary salt flats of Bonneville, USA, in August 2016 to break the motorcycle world land speed record. Triumph’s aim is to exceed the current record that stands at 376.363 mph, using its purpose built 1,000 bhp Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner. Riding the purpose-built Triumph Infor Rocket Streamliner over the measured mile will be Isle of Man TT racer and multiple speed record holder Guy Martin. Title partner for Triumph’s 2016 record attempt will be global cloud applications provider Infor with further support from iconic clothing brand Belstaff.