The largest classic motorcycle club in the country will be holding its annual showcase on January 5 and 6 at the Stoke Memorial Hall.
Each year the Nelson Classic & Vintage Motorcycle Club puts on a display of motorcycles all owned by current members. Club rules restrict the machines to more than 25 years old, from all continents from all famous manufactures.
Club member Steve White says there are approximately 180 members in the club and a lot of them still ride the same motorcycles as they did in their 20s. The display is held each year because it is a good chance to get all of the members together at once.
This year’s show will be set-up to help visitors source classic motorcycles, as it usually brings in more members. Club member Richard Powley says it will be more of a “workshop” this year. “A lot of our members work in the motorcycle industry so we’re going to have stands showing what they do,” says Richard. “We’re going to have people selling parts, panel beaters, showing what the club does.”
On Sunday there will be a swap-meet at the site from 9am to 12noon and anyone who wishes to sell motorcycle related material from bikes, clothing, books, parts are welcome.
Doors open at 9am on both days and tickets for the event cost $5 for adults while children are free.
For further information email nelsonclassicmc@hotmail.co.nz.
