NEWS: Scooter 'squadron' sets off on UK soccer club tour

A group of servicemen is to tour the UK on 50cc Sinnis scooters to collect football memorabilia that will be auctioned for children's charity Scotty's Little Soldiers. The servicemen - Corporal (Cpl) Dave Winship, Senior Aircraftman (SAC) Lee Cunnick, Senior Aircraftman (SAC) Craig Ledicott, Senior Aircraftman (SAC) Chris Spencer - are based at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire.

RAF Soccer club tour

The RAF boys will ride the Sinnis Falcon 50cc and Sinnis Phoenix 50cc around the UK visiting all major football clubs in the country on a whistle-stop tour to gain footballer signatures and memorabilia that will be auctioned at the end of the trip, alongside the Sinnis scooters, with all proceeds going to Scotty’s Little Soldiers.

The charity is dedicated to supporting the children of men and women killed while serving in the British Armed Forces. The charity provides Christmas and birthday gifts, treats, trips and activities for the families of the fallen as well as enabling them to use the charity holiday lodges.

Anthony Jackson from Sinnis Motorcycles comments: “We are really thrilled to support the Royal Air Force on this great charitable trip and hope the boys can raise a lot of money selling off our scooters!”

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Scotland and Ireland in the news

Suzuki GB's nationwide Test Ride Roadshow heads to Northern Ireland this weekend, visiting GS Motorcycles' Hillsborough, County Down site on Saturday, 26 July, before heading to its Ballymena store in County Antrim on Sunday.

Suzuki Roadshow

Almost all of the Japanese manufacturer's on-road range will be available to test ride at both events, including the new V-Strom 1000 Adventure.

Dealer principal John Green commented: "The team at GS Motorcycles is delighted to able to offer our customers and other motorcyclists the opportunity to test ride such a wide selection of Suzuki models. We'll also have special offers on clothing and accessories and have some very enticing deals available too. We are looking forward to seeing some familiar faces as well as those less familiar, and hopefully the forecasters are right and we will have two enjoyable, safe, dry days of riding."

Meanwhile, BDN has recently visited the Republic of Ireland and over the coming months will be running features on four Dublin dealers starting in the September issue. We will also be interviewing the head of Honda Distributors (Two Wheels Ltd), part of RedCo Auto Holdings, which holds the concession for Honda in Eire.

Also in September, BDN will look at the potential financial implications of a Yes vote in Scotland. Anyone in the industry intending to vote for independence and willing to make the business case is invited to contact us at editorial@dealernews.co.uk

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NEWS: Comedian Noble films latest off-the-wall travel show

Comedian Ross Noble is filming the second series of Freewheeling using the new KTM 1290 Super Duke R.

Ross Noble

The off-the-wall travel show sees the top comic touring the United Kingdom at the mercy of the tweets he gets from his 500,000+ followers on Twitter. The first series was shown on the Dave channel earlier this year and saw Ross in a multitude of bizarre situations that made for compelling viewing and proved to be hugely popular.

Having completed the first series riding a touring bike, Ross was looking for something quite different and very overstated to continue the theme as an alternative travel show. Seeing the 180hp 1290 Super Duke R at Motorcycle Live in 2013 soon made the decision for Ross, who already has a soft spot for the Austrian brand as he competes in Enduro events on his own KTM 350 EXC-F.

Commenting on his new series, scheduled to be aired this coming winter, Ross Noble said: "What is Freewheeling? Well, people tweet me and I will travel to anywhere in the country to make the show - the more bizarre tweets the better. Last series I used more of a touring bike but this time I am using the 1290 Super Duke R, so we should be able to get everything done in half the time."

Ross Noble will be touring in September and October, visit www.rossnoble.co.uk for dates and venues.

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JOBS: SALES AGENTS REQUIRED

SALES AGENTS REQUIRED

Sales agents needed at Staniforths Motorcycle Wholesale

CONTACT DETAILS: Staniforth Motorcycle Wholesale Ltd, sales@staniforths.co.uk , 0114 2462027
We are looking for some well motivated people in the following areas, South East, London, Home Counties, Midlands & Scotland

Staniforths have been supplying the Motorcycle trade for over 40 years with a service we feel is second to none.

We have a 500 page full colour catalogue packed with thousands of fast moving spares and accessories all delivered next working day guaranteed. And with an average pick rate of well over 90% we have the stock to service our customers.

We are looking for some well motivated people in the following areas, South East, London, Home Counties, Midlands & Scotland, to service an existing customer base, along with the drive to find and secure new accounts.

Full backup will be given by our friendly team. Commission Based Salary.

If your are interested please call or email, your enquiry will be kept in the strictest confidence.

Staniforth Motorcycle Wholesale Ltd
182 Church Street,
Ecclesfield,
Sheffield,
S35 9WG

Tel: 0114 2462027

Email: sales@staniforths.co.uk

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JOB: Experienced, Fully Qualified Motorcycle Technician

Experienced, Fully Qualified Motorcycle Technician

CONTACT DETAILS: James@colchesterkawasaki.co.uk

We have a very rare opportunity for an Experienced, Fully Qualified Motorcycle Technician, to work here in our Colchester Store.

The Ideal Candidate will be:-

Qualified to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Have at least 5 years’ experience working in a Main Dealership.

Hold a Full Motorcycle and Car Licence Be willing to work as part of a team and go that extra mile.

Have a varied knowledge base of all manufacturers. Specialist knowledge of Kawasaki and or Piaggio would be an advantage but not essential.

In Return we offer:

•     Excellent rates of pay
•     Fantastic Opportunities
•     An industry leading Bonus Structure

If you want to be part of the Biggest and Best Kawasaki Dealership in the UK then Email your CV to James@colchesterkawasaki.co.uk with reference number: dealernews1

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JOB: EXPERIENCED MOTORCYCLE MECHANIC

EXPERIENCED MOTORCYCLE MECHANIC

CONTACT DETAILS: , info@hertfordshiresuperbike.com
HERTFORDSHIRE SUPERBIKE CENTRE SEEKS TALENTED AND EXPERIENCED MOTORCYCLE MECHANIC WITH DUCATI TRAINING.

We are seeking a talented hard working mechanic to help us reach our new level of development. Being Ducati specialists you will need to be able to demonstrate a thorough ability to service and repair all Ducati’s as well as other makes and models. We carry out all types of work on all machines (apart from scooters) and are looking to expand into motorcycle design and construction. We are just about to open a paint shop a suspension room and an engineering room as well as expand our sales area.

You will need to have had at least 15 years full experience in a motorcycle workshop and be able to work on all makes and models (including engine rebuilds).

This vacancy will offer long term career prospects for the right candidate and a highly competitive salary of up to £30k. Good communication skills are essential.

Please forward your CV to info@hertfordshiresuperbike.com

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JOB: EXPERIENCED MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN WANTED

EXPERIENCED MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIAN WANTED

Technician needed

CONTACT DETAILS: Miss L Miller, a1platesleicester@hotmail.co.uk , 0116 261 2721
We are looking for an experienced qualified motorcycle technician who can work as part of a small team at our Leicester store, Italian brand experience an advantage but not essential.

We are looking for an experienced qualified motorcycle technician who can work as part of a small team at our leicester store, italian brand experience an advantage but not essential.

This a very exciting time for all of us at MV Agusta Leicester where we have recently been appointed as main agent for the MV Agusta brand which will run alongside our two existing brands (peugeot & WK)

We have been trading as a motorcycle dealer for the last 3 years and have just recently moved to a larger showroom at Melton Road in Leicester which has allowed us to take on such a prestigious brand as MW Agusta and to expand into stocking a much larger range of used motorcycles.

The role is to carry out all workshop duties in relation with the brands that we stock, MV Agusta, Peugeot & WK Motorcycles, plus our range of around 30 used machines. This is an unique opportunity for the right person who has the passion for our brands and who has the desire to help us build our business with a loyal customer base who are given a first class service.

We are looking for the right person who can fit in with our work ethics and who does not mind mucking in with whatever needs the business may have.

To apply for the position please forward your CV with your expected earnings by email or by post to:

Miss L Miller
MV Agusta - Leicester
291b Melton Road
Leicester
LE4 7AN
Email: a1platesleicester@hotmail.co.uk
Tel: 0116 261 2721

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JOB: Customer Service Person required

Customer Service Person required

Customer Service person required

CONTACT DETAILS: Tracy Dignam, tracy.dignam@powerbronze.co.uk
Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Customer Service Person to work for a leading UK design and development company

Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Customer Service Person to work for a leading UK design and development company.

Must be enthusiastic with excellent communication skills and a “hands on” approach. Knowledge of motorcycles would be an advantage but not essential.

Email CV’s to tracy.dignam@powerbronze.co.uk

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NEWS: HENRY SURTEES AUCTION

Henry Surtees auction

Bonhams auctioneers will take to the rostrum later today at the third annual charity auction held in memory of the late son of ex-Formula 1 and 500cc motorcycle world champion John Surtees.

Henry Surtees, who was widely tipped as a star of the future, was tragically killed in a freak accident while driving in a Formula 2 event at Brands Hatch in July 2009.

The Henry Surtees Foundation helps people with accidental brain and physical injuries, and provides education and training in technology, engineering and fitness.

The fund-raising event will be held at Mercedes-Benz World, Surrey, with Bonhams Co-Chairman Malcolm Barber as auctioneer of the 22 exciting lots.

A Charity Challenge two-hour endurance race in Daytona Dmax High-Performance Karts will also take place. Last year the event raised £58,000 combined with the charity auction proceeds.

This year’s auction features Formula One and touring car championship items and a limited-edition newly introduced Scalfaro John Surtees watch. The watch, edition number 23/300, was designed incorporating historic parts from John's MV Agusta and Ferrari 158 which have been integrated into the watch case. Number 23  was John's racing number when he gained so much success on British circuits on motorcycles  – donated by John Surtees

The auction will begin at approximately 6.30pm. To register a bid - including those for telephone and absentee - contact Mark Gold at Bonhams on 0207 468 5807 or mark.gold@bonhams.com.

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