Brian Bamford

Ancient Stable-mate

Tuesday 30th Apr 2024

Having got the Chennai Charger ready to go (still to decide where to apply stickers) Ive turned my attention to a more recent acquisition, an early G2 350 RE Bullet.  Still got quite a bit to do so I'm not sure whether I'll have finished before the date of the DGR but if I have I may risk using the 'Redditch Rumbler' as my mount on the day.

Ride Companion

Saturday 27th Apr 2024

I've fitted a small Indian god onto the radiator guard on the front of the Chennai Charger.  This is as close a representation I could find of the Hindu god of travel, transport and roads; known by the name of Pushan.

Without being at all disrespectful to other faiths I couldn't help but smile at the name: "run out of fuel on an Enfield, you'll have to Push an Enfield"

I'm sure having such a deity with me on the ride will ensure I complete the Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride from Margate.

Stickers

Thursday 18th Apr 2024

The sticker sheet has arrived.

I'll put the Movember 'tache on the headlight but as for the rest, who knows.

I'll give it some thought and show you when I'm done - but I think last year's set was better with it's bolder colours.

Here we go again

Wednesday 10th Apr 2024

Registered for this year's ride but on this ocassion with the Distinguished Gentlemen of Margate; and why not?

The DGR always gives me a reminder to service the 'Chennai Charger' and so I've sent off for the requisite bits and pieces.  All on line this time as my local bike shop has closed following proprieter Pete's retirement.

I've done a bit more to the bike in recent weeks so it looks a little different from last year. It's still an Interceptor but just a bit more personalised.  More pics in due course.

I'm Riding for Men's Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride

Wednesday 27th Mar 2024 On Sunday the 19th of May 2024, I'm riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember. Men die on average 6 years earlier than women and for largely preventable reasons. The number of men that are suffering is growing, and we need to do something about that. So, before I press my tweed and polish my boots, I'm asking you to join me in raising funds and awareness for these causes by donating what you can for this meaningful cause and to help the men we love, live happier and healthier lives.