Yes, Paul, but I'm not much of a swimmer. Anyway ... the sports needs fans too! While I have your attention ... I've asked this before but don't remember the answer. P1 rigs are supposed to have "period" brakes. Does this mean drums? What are people putting on the few that exist? Oh, and w...

Interesting to look at the frame detail and compare to Paul's design. Very similar.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Classic-GP-Sidecar-Chassis-/200719740134?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2ebbd42ce6#ht_500wt_1413

http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/motorcycles-1/custom-made/motorcycle-sidecar-racers/index.shtml#item=222452

Click on the top picture for a video.

I hate to be the one to point this out and I have no vested interest in these events or classes but ... we seem to rely very heavily on the "spirit and intent" clause in paragraph 1c of the rule book. The general scheme of the rules is to set out a MAXIMUM model year for each class, not a ...

Sold ... I bought it.

Thanks for the clarification, Paul. I've always had a soft spot for sidecars (I'm a little bent that way) so perhaps one day soon I'll make it out. Maybe I should try one first. I've never even been on one before. (Then again, I've never been on Pamela Anderson before but I know I'd enjoy it ... kne...

I was reading the vintage sidecar rules and I was surprised to see there isn't really a distinction between P1 and P2 chassis rules. In particular, I am wondering what people are using for brakes on P1 rigs. The rules say drums or single disc provided all components were available in the period. I k...

Acupuncture? I just had this image of lying on a bike lift with spokes sticking out of my back!

Seems like a strange discussion since most bike shops do not have the ability to bore cylinders. They send it out to a machine shop and then mark up the price to the customer. I'm not sure where the ethical issue sneaks in. Do we feel as strongly for the guy in the machine shop? What about the guy i...