For the first, and possibly only time, I’m featuring a current event. In 1904 John Burney rode his Royal Enfield to victory in Irelands first motor cycle road race. He went on to take an active role in the motor cycle business, including partnering up with the legend that is Stanley Woods. Competitive motor cycling runs in the Burney family blood and John’s great grand daughter has done her share of long-distance touring on both sides of the Atlantic—and to mark to 120th anniversary of the race she’s helped organise a memorial run. Best wishes to all concerned—ride safe.
Motorcycle Timeline 