Beijing Bikers Party & Swap Meet

Just passing the good news around ...

These may exist in the Chinese community, somewhere, somehow, but this is the first I have seen anywhere in China that has a "foreign-friendly" twist to it.

Jim Bryant of Jimbo's Classic Sidecars is hosting a Beijing bikers party on Saturday, July 3, complete with a live band.

If you're going to be in Beijing, it should be worthwhile ... here's an email from him ...

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Hi,
Well it's official, The Iron Horse Saloon is officially open.
Saturday July 3rd we're celebrating the opening by having a live band, a
motorcycle and parts swap meet, burn outs, and anything else you can do
with a bike.
Date: Saturday, July 3, 2010
Time: About 10:00 AM until late
Location: The Iron Horse Saloon (next to Jimbo's Classic Sidecars on
Tian Bei Road in Shunyi (about 5 kms North of the Luo Ma Roundabout)
Look for it on the link to Google maps at <www.bmwsidecar.com>
Food: Burgers, Buffalo Wings, Tacos, Burritos, Hot Dogs, Cold Beer

If you've got a bike or parts to sell bring em and if you've got parts
in mind you want to buy, bring your wallet
Pass it around- the more the merrier
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You might get a chance to meet some MCM celebrities (e.g., hopefully Andy & Sabine will be there), and members of the local biker "gangs" :taz:

Cheers, Richard

If you don`t know where it is, watch the short video and at the end you will find a map.
see you there!

Sabine

Looks like fun, nice little video Sabine. Did you know the background music comes from Jim's (and my) home state of New Hampshire? Coincidence?

Cheers!
ChinaV

that I didn`t know, it`s coincidence. It`s hot summer in Beijing and the song fits fine.

Haha ... Sabine, you made me a celebrity too!! I'm in the movies now ... ah, fame, fortune. If my momma could see me now! Next, I want to be on "The Cover of the Rolling Stone" (well, The Beijinger might suffice)

Always interesting times at Jim's ... that guitar in the video was brought over by Mike from Gibson Guitars ... it is an original 1936 Gibson Century of Progress, currently owned by Elvis Costello (I tried to steal it, but Mike's got eyes like a hawk).

C u folks on Saturday.

Thanks, you guys are great. We had a rehearsal jam session tonight and will have another on Friday night. The public is welcome. Then Saturday it kicks off at 10:00 AM. I'll be ditching my arm sling too. Hope to see you there.
Regds,
Jim
Jimbo's Classic Sidecars
The Iron Horse Saloon
www.bmwsidecar.com

Sunday, 3rd July 2010, the Iron Horse Saloon has had it`s grand opening. it was a very hot day with temperatures above 40 degree/C. we enjoyed cold drinks, the "new born" Iron Horse Revival Band, Rock`n Roll and the sound of our motorbikes.
a fine Biker Batch and we all are waiting for the next one.



(streaming is a little bit slow this days. let it run a little bit, wait a moment and pull the "Timeline Button" back to the beginning.)

Sabine, another great video job!! Thanks for doing this, but we rarely see YOU in any of the videos. Next time, we'll swap my guitar for your camera, and maybe I can capture you serenading us with some great European songs?!

In fact, the "band" is playing next Thursday night (with a special, surprise guest appearance), so maybe You, Thomas and Andy can harmonize on vocals ... we'll follow. Everyone is invited to witness this rare and wonderful occurrence!

As before, always good food, good drink, good people, and good times at the Iron Horse Saloon ... a million thanks to Jim Bryant & his wife Jiao for making it happen ... and to their talented son, Eric, on guitar! (Another Eric Clapton in the making, complete with a Fender Strat).

Richard

sorry! on Thursdays we are not available. wish you a fine evening!
and..... that`s kismet for the person making video takes, I am rarely visible .... but I believe a lot of people know me "by face" and in person

Sabine, great video - job well done! The opening party looked like a lot of fun, and well attended with a great selection of bikes. The band sounded fab too, though I wonder what time of the day that was held, as it seems quite early? Anyway I'm envious... ;)

Hi Beijingers,

Any meeting that may occure during Aug. 10-16? I shall be in town and hoping to meet some bikers.

Absolutely!

The "Beijing Dragons" usually have a little ride around the mountains outside Beijing each Wednesday and/or Sunday (weather permitting), and then we pick up our guitars on Thursday evenings at the Iron Horse Saloon, usually starting around 5:00 or 6:00.

The rides usually start at Jim's (Iron Horse Saloon) at 0900. You can call/SMS any of us for additional details and confirmation.

Looking forward to meeting you.

Thanks to the old guy that I had a chance to see Jim's creation and had a fun day in Beijing.


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Mad Dogs & Canadian...


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Your place or mine?:naughty:



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Jimbo's workshop



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Dad, what does that lever do?:rolleyes1:



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God! Slow down, you are driving a very expensive piece of gear here.:eekers:


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3 man trying to recover their normal heart rate after my daughter's test ride:lol8:

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Originally Posted by Franki

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God! Slow down, you are driving a very expensive piece of gear here.:eekers:

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Franki, it was great to finally meet you in person, and a bonus to also meet your wonderful family.

But you forgot to include one picture (click for larger image) ...

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I can read everyone's minds ...

Your daughter "OK, let's see what this baby will do!" (look at her facial expression - priceless!) :riding:

Your wife "If my baby gets hurt, we're getting a divorce" :crider888:

Jim "If MY baby gets hurt, its sold!" :deal:

You "Increase throttle softly, in baby steps" :scooter:

Me (taking the picture) "What a bunch of babies - go for it!" :wheelchair:


Always good times at Jim's, courtesy the Beijing Dragons MC club.

Hi Richard,

As promised, I have posted a RR on ADV Rider about my recent trip to Tibet. Here is the link: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=614181 Anyone interested can go and have a look. It will be updated every couple of days.

Ride on,

Franki

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Originally Posted by Franki

Hi Richard,

As promised, I have posted a RR on ADV Rider about my recent trip to Tibet. Here is the link: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=614181 Anyone interested can go and have a look. It will be updated every couple of days.

Ride on,

Franki

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Hi Franki - wow, that RR is incredible - you lead such an interesting life! Thanks for sharing! I've subscribed. :popcorn:

Another Beijing biker get-together this weekend. :kumbaya:

I hope to have my new JH600B in attendance. Wish you were here to give me some pointers! So, hop a flight!

Cheers
Richard

Hi Richard,

I am glad that you like the RR.
I am now busy preparing my bike for the Sep. Xinjiang trip. Got to have it done properly for this adventure touring trip or you may never see me again.

HOGHD will also have a big party at Huangshan during the nation holiday and I was also invited. Can't make it as I shall be hitting the trails near Mongolia border at that time.

I have sent you e-mail about modifications of the JH600 but didn't get your reply. Please check and let me know.

Cheers,

Franki