The III Flat Track by Vintage Racing Spirit took place on February 10th, 11th, and 12th at the “Salon du 2 Roues” in Lyon. Since it was just a stone's throw away from Galicia, la Urbana and Machete Company decided to go. 3250 km isn't that much… or is it… Coinciding with a motorcycle show, the event was set up at an exhibition center, which included a bike display, custom builders, an indoor Enduro track, and an indoor Flat track circuit. It was an invitational Flat Track, so it brought together most of the "cream of the crop" of European Flat Track, both builders and riders. Notable mentions include; Co-built, Dutch Brothers, Atelier Chatokhine, BcKustoms, Freeride Motos Racing, etc… It wasn't a competition, just an exhibition; groups of 7 would enter the track and, naturally, no one wanted to be the last one. We were pleasantly impressed by the passion and culture that exists for Flat Track in Europe, from kids aged 16 or 17 to people well into their 70s, much respect!!! Regarding the bikes, we were struck by the cult-like following in France for vintage Spanish two-stroke motorcycles: Bultaco, Ossa, and Montesa. Some were already set up for Flat Track, but others were trial, enduro, or road bikes modified for that purpose. This gives you a hint of what’s cooking in the Machete Company oven; you'll know soon enough. Unfortunately, we didn’t have our new project ready for this Flat Track, so we had to borrow the “Sacamantecas,” formerly owned by Adrián Otero “El Cojo Manteca,” and we’d like to thank its new owner, Marcos Troncoso “El Chubi,” for the support. Thanks to Nicolas Serré for the last photo.
