Classic Racing in Downtown Laconia, New Hampshire

Written By admind Monday, June 27, 2011 Add Comment Edit

Mechanic Mikey seemed to like it. It wasn't so much a race as a parade, but a quick parade and someone has to be up front. Most guys (and gals) wanted bragging rights to say they won on the 'Streets of Laconia'.

The Norton Inter and Randy Hoffman's BSA

A beautiful Honda four cylinder GP replica

They call it a "Chout" !

The Moto Rumi Junior, a gem from the *Frank and Cathleen Smith collection* This exquistite 125cc two-stroke makes a sound that will make your hair stand straight up.

Moments before the off. When the flag dropped the Norton would not go into gear despite rocking it back and forth as the front group disappeared around the bend. I jumped off and pushed for a bit and hopped back on , kicked it in gear and was gone before they could black flag me.

A nicely restored TZ750 E Model, for display only at this venue it would be pure suicide.

Some of the mighty Norton's from the Northeast.

Bob Coy and his group of volunteers made this event happen. All who attended had a great time.

Open pipes wailing, we hauled around as quickly as we could, mindful of curbs, trees, railway tracks, manhole covers and whatever other obstacles you might find in small town America.

Local businesses, the hospital, banks, the post office and bars had to agree to let this event happen. These are people who clearly love motorcycles. God knows it wasn't for the money.