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Nacelle Report – June 26

Below is the report published in the June 2026 issue of Nacelle, which covered Branch activities in April 2026

The glorious spring weather towards the end of April was well received as our first outdoor event of the season took place; the Spring Meet.  An excellent turnout made for a great day to all who brought a fine selection of all makes and models of machines.

A fine selection of machines sparkle in glorious spring sunshine 

Thanks to all who gave their time to make this event happen and to BCSA for supporting the meeting by providing refreshments.

Earlier in the month saw branch members on the Reading Egg Run.  One member even experimented with running his Rocket on diesel.  But the less said about this committee members actions the better!

A couple of weeks later and the Branch stand was at Bulldog Triumph supporting their open day.  As ever, the Sunday/mid-week ride outs remain popular and well attended.

Now looking forward, our annual show, The Old Bike Gathering, will take place on SUNDAY 28th June. All age/makes of bikes are welcome to attend, but to enter a bike in the show, with a chance to win a much desired unique prize, the bike needs to be of an age that makes it tax exempt and RIDDEN in.

June will certainly be a busy month, I’m sure many Branch members will be interested in going to The Ace Cafe for Triumph Day.  Last year saw a great ride there and back without touching a motorway.  Also there’s the Wokingham Lions Classic Motor Show and Old Basing Carnival, both being held on 20th June.

Then there’s the bun fight of the year, our annual barbecue, but I’m getting ahead of myself, that’s for next month…

Ride fast and safe

Bibendum

Spring Bring & Buy Sale -2026

Last year we held a Bring & Buy sale in the summer in addition to our popular January Bring & Buy Sale. It was a great success, so we have have decided to do it again this year, but a little earlier in the year this time.

So on Thursday 21 May 2026, we will have a bring and buy (aka autojumble) sale for motorcycle related stuff at the BCSA at our Thursday club night, from 8pm to 10pm. So if you have any: motorcycle clothing, parts, tools, accessories or books that you no longer want, bring them along.

Just turn up with your stuff and lay it out on a table in the bar or on the lawn in front of the building and see if anyone wants to buy it.

Or just come along and browse through what is on offer. You might just grab a bargain.

Food, drink and endless chat about motorbikes is also on offer as on all other Thursday club nights.

See here for photos of our Bring & Buy Sale in January 2026.

Summer BBQ – 2 July 26

We’ll be having a BBQ on Thursday 2 July 2026 for Branch members and their guests instead of the usual weekly club night starting at 7.30pm. It will be held outside at the BCSA where we normally meet. There will be a small charge per head per serving for BBQ food. Drinks will be served and paid for at the bar as usual.

There will be no subs collected on the night.

We will hold a raffle with some fabulous prizes to be won.

During the evening, we will judge all the members bikes that are brought along, and we will present the Steve Butcher Memorial trophy for the Best Branch Members Bike to the owner of the best bike there. If you want to be in with a chance of winning this prestigious award, come to the BBQ on a bike.

See here for some photos of last year’s event.

The Old Bike Gathering – 2026

The Old Bike Gathering, also referred to as the Old Motorcycle Gathering) is 0ur show for old bikes. It will be held this year on Sunday the 28 June 2026 at the Burghfield Community Sports Association (BCSA), James Lane, Burghfield, RG 30 3RS from 11am to 4pm. This is near to junction 11 of the M4 and is where we hold our Thursday evening club nights. Click here to see the venue on a map.

This show is for all bikes classed as “Historic” vehicles by the DVLA, which currently means bikes manufactured before 1986. The show is open to all marques, but bikes must be ridden to the show. Prizes will be awarded for Best Foreign, Best British and Best Triumph as well as Best in Show.

There is no entry charge.

If you don’t have an old motorcycle, you can still come along on a modern bike. Just leave it in the car park while you look at the old bikes on the lawn.

A wide range of food and drink will be on sale at the bar.

A collection will be taken for Blood Bikes, which is a charity which uses volunteer bikers to deliver vital suppliers like blood to hospitals. See here for more information about Blood Bikes.

Click here to see pictures from our Old Bike Gathering in 2025 or read  this article from Nacelle Magazine about it.

See the following flyer about the show that you can download, print and share.

Nacelle Report – May 26

Below is the report published in the May 2026 issue of Nacelle, which covered Branch activities in March 2026

You may have noticed that Steelie has got his feet well and truly under the table with some great ride-outs each week since he took over the role of Runs Co-ordinator.  I hope all those attending said runs are having a good time.

First run of the year to Choppers, Burbage

Mid-week rides are also going great.  Were you one of the lucky ones to see The Flying Scotsman at Alresford?  It looked like you missed a fine day if you didn’t.

Beautiful spring day in Alresford to see The Flying Scotsman

Were you at the BCSA when John Bottomley did his presentation on “The evolution of the motorcycle”?  It looked like a pretty full house, but I’m sure that there’d have been room for a small one!  The committee tries to keep everyone engaged throughout the year, hence presentations, quizzes, etc.  But if you have any ideas for a Thursday evening, especially during the “off-season”, please discuss it with any member of the committee.

I promise that there were more than 3 members for JB’s presentation

A couple of reminders now, hopefully you’ll be reading this before our Spring meet on Saturday 25th April at the BCSA.  So let that be a prompt for you to turn out and meet with like minded people, all are welcome, yes even BSA riders.

Later in May, Thursday 21st, we have another Bring & Buy sale at the BCSA on a normal club night.  Anything motorcycle related please and you could either turn that unwanted article into cash, perhaps pick up a bargain or even both!

Failing that, it’s up to you to drag a bike out, from winter storage perhaps, and just ride.  They won’t ride their selves…

Ride fast and safe.

Bibendum

For Sale: Triumph Tiger 1956

FOR SALE  1956 TRIUMPH TIGER T110 650 This machine was purchased three years ago at a cost of £8,150 after it had undergone an extensive restoration. it is offered for sale at a more reasonable price to reflect the current market and i would consider the first sensible cash offer over £5,000 or indeed a swap or part exchange for a more modern machine.


Please contact the owner FRANK 07730970337 if interested

This bike is offered for sale by the owner and responsibility for any resulting transaction is solely a matter between the owner and the buyer. Berkshire TOMCC accepts no responsibility for this.

Lunchtime Bike Meet – 25 April 2026

We are having a Lunchtime Bike Meet on Saturday 15 April 2026 from 11am to 4pm at the BCSA. It’s a great opportunity to meet other riders, see their bikes and have lunch and a drink . All motorcycles and riders are welcome. 

Hot food and drink will be on sale in the club house and the bar will be open.

A collection will be taken for the Thames Valley Air Ambulance, which is a charity which brings emergency hospital level care by land or air to people in the local area to give them the best chance when the worst happens.

See here for details of the venue.

See here for pictures from last year’s Spring Lunchtime Bike Meet.

Here is a flyer for the event. Feel free to pass this on to other bikers in the area who might be interested.

Bulldog Season Opener 2026

Bulldog Triumph will be having a season opener at their shop in Wokingham on Saturday 18 April from 10am to 4pm. Triple C Paintwork will be there and and firing up the grill will be Barbarian Grill. We’ll be there too with a stand and some of our members and their bikes. See Bulldog Triumph for more details.

Our stand at at previous Bulldog Triumph’s season launch

See here for more photos from last year’s Bulldog season launch.

Nacelle Report – Apr 26

Below is the report published in the April 2026 issue of Nacelle, which covered Branch activities in February 2026

Our AGM took place on the 12th February, at the BCSA, where the old committee resigned and were replaced by the new, however most of the old committee remained in post with the exception of Graham “Mr Wobbly” King as Vice-Chair and Graham “Steelie” Steele as Runs Co-ordinator.  For full details of the new committee please refer to the Branch website.

Chris Williams (Regalia) delivers his end-of-year report at our AGM

This coming season’s branch outdoor events were discussed along with the charities that we would support at said events.  Proposals were agreed by a majority show of hands.  The first of which, our Spring Meet, will take place on Saturday 25th April.  Donations will be taken for TV Air Ambulance on this occasion.  Normal facilities will be available at the BCSA, bar and kitchen, so why not come along with your pride and joy, friends and family, as all bikes are welcomed.  Keep fingers crossed for a fine day.

Earlier in April on Good Friday, the Reading Egg Run will be held.  If you’re interested in joining in the fun, check out the runs WhatsApp group for details of a branch meet.

Finally some advice for anyone intending on attending the AGM on Sunday 19th April.  Our Chair, Nick, is keen to attend, so if you fancy going along and fancy some company, why not contact him?

Ride fast and safe

Bibendum