Let’s pull together…

We need to be positive here, don’t we? We know that there will be a time when we can get out and about on our motorcycles and I for one am looking forward to it.

Meanwhile we’ve all been indoors doing what we love – fettling and fiddling with older motorcycles. We know this because speaking to those in the trade, sales of tools and parts are going through the roof as classic bikers knuckle down and get on with various projects.

Our contributor Ralph Ferrand runs Biker’s Toolbox (www.bikerstoolbox.co.uk) and he says: “We have been uber-busy at Biker’s Toolbox because everyone is in lockdown and has nothing to do other than fettle their toys. We’ve been working stupid hours, seven days a week to complete orders!”

If anything, these times show us what’s important: family and friends, health and happiness. And our own hobbies that often help us keep happy and sane, which is why some businesses are still going and recording big sales. For some, this isn’t possible and they’ve had to shut up shop until this is all over. Many specialist service providers cannot remain open while trying to stick to social distancing measures so they are riding out the storm as best they can.

So, if you know of any such businesses – let me know. Let’s give them some support in the form of editorial for when this is all over so they can get back to work, confident that their order books are full. And – don’t forget us! We’d love you to subscribe so you don’t need to buy us from the shops. It’s cheaper, too! Go to page 34 for more details. Stay safe!