Need good service from a classic motorcycle specialist? We've got another batch of real life recommendations for all sorts of old bike stuff, from wheel rims to seat covers, crash hats to switchgear...

Switched On

When the left hand switch cluster on my Commando split recently I rang TMS of Nottingham for a replacement.

'We don't have any,' Martin said, 'Andy's just had a load in, ring him.'

So I rang Andy at Tri-Cor had a nice chat about all things Bonneville and the switch cluster appeared next day. The new switchgear was easy to fit, and had all the right wires and stuff PLUS the headlamp flasher / horn button actually works for either function rather than just both.

For my money TMS and Rare Spares are both stars - I do love it when the phone's answered by someone who knows what I'm on about (insurance company please note). Perhaps the most pleasing part was that the two businesses conspired in my favour. Anyone would think they liked old Brit bikes.

NVNL

TMS: 0115 950 3447

Tri-Cor England (aka Rare Spares): sales@tricorengland.com or 01432 850408

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Without A Hitch

I ordered a part for my Enfield from Hitchcocks on Tuesday afternoon and it was here -- in Brittany, France -- on Thursday morning. Not bad!

Roger N

www.hitchcocksmotorcycles.com or 01564 783192

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Dashing Dnepr

I posted off for a coil for my Dnepr to F2 Motorcycles on Friday. Had a telephone call from them Saturday to check a couple of things. Then on Monday morning the correct coil arrives. EXCELLENT SERVICE! I thought others might be interested as they also sell Ural, Enfield, and some other spares. Highly recommended.

Dnepr Dave

www.f2motorcycles.ltd.uk or 01295 712900

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Engineering Excellence

Spartan Engineering (the people who do the fabbo RE Bullet Trialer) made some bits for my Beeza. They were not the cheapest, however I could not have specced the end result any higher if I had tried. I took them a cardboard template, told them the material I wanted it made from and… Bob's your father's brother. Had a chat about bike in general, looked over an RE he was doing for a customer (fairly awesome to be honest), talked about what bits were good and the like. Dropped some more bits off for a bit of fabrication work, and will be going back as I need them.

Top Bananas and all that, so if you want a one-off made for your bike and live near North Devon, these chaps are the dog's whotists.

BSA Phil

Spartan Engineering: 01271 375030

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Wheely Quick

I sent off a pair of hubs last week to be built into a pair of Morad (Akront) valanced rims. I got a phone call on Thursday to say the hubs had arrived and to check the details I'd sent. I was told the wheels would take about a fortnight. Much to my surprise I got another call on Monday to tell me the wheels were ready and they duly arrived yesterday afternoon.

This was from Central Wheel Components and yes I did mention RealClassic, if only because I then got free return postage on a pair of wheels (they're also doing a pair of Avons for £100).

EVGuru

www.central-wheel.co.uk or 01675 462264

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Top Tigers

I emailed Tri-Supply with a shopping list a yard long as there are a few things that need attending to on the Tiger while it is stripped down. I followed up my emails this morning with a phone call to Oliver Barnes to discuss one or two problems and ask a few questions about the relevant spares for the 5TA engine fitted in my Tiger 100 frame.

He couldn't have been more helpful and had virtually everything on the list that I required. He also told me the parts would probably arrive tomorrow. Top service.

Bob R

www.trisupply.co.uk or 01404 47001

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More Service Stars Wanted!

Have you enjoyed excellent service from your local bike shop or a national specialist? Don't be shy in sharing the details - your report will help other classic bike riders choose who to use, and will reward good performance with more business.

So send reports to the fabulously delicious Typing Person (TP@RealClassic.co.uk) who will knock them into shape - don't worry about writing great literature because she'll sort out full stops and such as she goes. But do include contact details and plenty of info about what your products or assistance your Service Star can provide.