Roy Peplow, ISDT Trials Ace, Passes Away
Roy Peplow was a former Triumph factory rider in trials, scrambles, and the ISDT. He passed away peacefully on March 26, 2017 aged 80 years. During his career he achieved remarkable success with small capacity machines and campaigned on Triumphs in trials events for many years.
Triumph Glasgow Now Open
Triumph Glasgow have now opened the doors to their fantastic new premises at Pit Lane, 6 Mossland Drive, Hillington Park, Glasgow, G52 4FA on the 25th March 2017 after years of planning and development for Triumph. They are having an Opening Event on the 27th and 28th May.
Bobber sets US Sales Record
Triumph Motorcycles America have said that the new Bonneville Bobber has become the most successful model launch in company history. More customers took delivery of the Bobber in the first 30 days than for any previous Triumph model. This has led to a 15% increase in sales.
Northants Branch celebrates their 40th Birthday
Yes, the Northants branch has been going for 40 years and they celebrated this landmark achievement with a rather lovely cake, which was shown and consumed at the National Club's AGM. The branch made a few presentations to branch members who work tirelessly for the branch.
N.W.London Branch Triumph in the Landmark Challenge
The N.W. London Branch took the Landmark Challenge by storm this year with a number of their members taking part visiting the most landmarks of any branch in 2016. The award was presented to Chris North of N.W. London by Club Vice Chairman Steve Battye at the 2017 AGM.
Yorvik Branch win 'THAT' Trophy
At the 2017 TOMCC AGM, held on the 2nd April, it was announced that the Yorvik Branch had won the 'THAT' Trophy for their outstanding performance in 2016. Branch member Peter Smithson collected the trophy on behalf of the Yorvik branch from Club Chairman Ken Talbot.
Jack Lilley Sold to Lind Group
As of an announcement on the 31st March, the long-standing dealership of Jack Lilley (in Ashford and Romford) has been sold to the Lind Group. Lind also own BMW and Harley Davidson dealerships and are known for bringing the 'car-buying-experience' to motorcycle dealerships.
Spirit Motorcycles on Pole at Donington Park
Spirit Motorcycles rider Alastair Seeley has just set a fastest lap in qualifying taking pole position for the teams Dickies BSB British Supersport Championship debut at Donington Park. An excellent effort for this Triumph engined machine in its first proper race outing.
100,000 miles on a Thunderbird
Club Member Bert has achieved a milestone that everyone recognises - doing 100,000 miles on a single machine. Bert has ridden all over the UK and into Europe, attended countless shows and won so many trophies that he ran out of room to house them.
