Rudge it, do not trudge it.

Classic Motorcycle Festival

 

The NZ Classic Motorcycle Racing Register is holding its 31st Classic Festival 2010 at Pukekohe Park Raceway, Pukekohe.

The Centenary of the famous Rudge motorcycle will be celebrated with a huge display of both racing and road machines. Included will be an ex factory 1932 Rudge which won 4 NZ Tourist Trophy races, all held on Waiheke Island in the 1930s. 

Rudge motorcycles were produced from 1911 to 1946. The firm was known for its innovations in engine and transmission design, and its racing successes. Their sales motto was "Rudge it, do not trudge it."

Also on show will be the Famous Konig Motorcycle demonstrated by Rod Tingate , a 1968 V4 Yamaha 125cc demonstrated by Four Times Champion Hugh Anderson.

This year the event has attracted a group of 14 British riders and bikes including top European Classic Racer, Lea Gourlay who will be racing a 1968 Moto-Paton 500. This bike holds the Isle of Man Lap record for Classic Bikes at over 110mph. Also racing will be former Grand Prix Stars Paul Smart and Stan Woods.


Up to 350 bikes will compete in over 40 races over the weekend.

Starts: Saturday, 6 February, 10:00am

At: Pukekohe Park Raceway