Ardingly Classic Bike Show returns to The South of England Showground on 29 October and show organiser Elk Promotions has announced it will be rounding off the season in style with a Vincent theme.
Vincent is synonymous with world speed records, perhaps the most unusual being American rider Rolland ‘Rollie’ Free’s bathing suit ride on the Bonneville Salt Flats in 1948.
Riding a Black Lightning, Free stripped to his swimming trunks to reduce drag on his final run, which he made lying flat with legs outstretched and his head tucked. He covered the mile in 23.9 seconds, passing the 150mph barrier.
Celebrating this and the marque’s many other racing and record-breaking achievements, Ardingly will host a show-stopping line-up of racing Vincents for visitors to see. They will also be able to hear a selection in a fire-up paddock.
With nearly two acres of classic motorcycles displayed undercover, the show also includes an autojumble, outside jumble stalls, plus many other makes and models of classic motorcycles.
Admission is from 10am, and tickets cost £7, with no charge for accompanied children under 16. Early bird tickets are valid from 8am and cost £10. Tickets are available online, or visitors can pay at the gate.
The South of England Showground is located at Ardingly, near Gatwick, RH17 6TL, eight miles from junction 10 off the M23.
Tickets, stall bookings and all other information can be found at www.elk-promotions.co.uk.