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Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - The Schottenring Grand Prix takes place in the small town of Schotten about 50km north east of Frankfurt, Germany each year and is now into its' 27th year.
All roads in the town centre are closed for the weekend as several classes of classic racers run, what are called 'parade laps' on the circuit.
They do however make a very good impression that they might be actual races.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Sidecars are always a highlight at Schotten, here Hans and Felix Bröskamp on their 1962 600 BMW R69S combination really get down to matters.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Back on the straight, things calm down a little
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Jürgen Wilhelm and Cornelia Siemß on their 1969 Muthig Busch kneeler keeping ahead of the pack.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Lorenzo Puzo and Benjamin Herpel with their Busch F1 outfit on the main straight.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - The same machine in the paddock showing its' intricate construction.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - One more combination in the paddock, where visitors can see the unique technology of these advanced machines.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - And. of course, one of many BMW boxer powered outfits.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Superb preparation and condition are just a bonus.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Ducati 175, moto morini and honda cb72 lining up before the next circuit session in the up to 250 class.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - The spectacle on the main straight is adictive, riders giving their all just to keep a metre ahead of their rivals.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Dieter Sauer on his 1971 Kreidler Van Veen 50GP.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Thomas Feige on his 1974 Kreidler Moto Cup 50 keeping ahead of Karl Wilfried on his Klein Hercules.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Hans Lux with his 1960 Aermacchi Ala Doro 250.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - A real favourite, Reinhard Müller with his 1964 125cc Bultaco TSS.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - One of many ladies competing at Schotten, Renate Häpe with her 250cc 1962 Honda CB72.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - You don't need a very special classic racer to take part at Schotten, almost anything fitting into the spirit will do. Wolfgang Saul with his Honda CB250RS single.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - And a Suzuki X7 in the same class recieving some attention in the paddock.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - More paddock attention for the 1960 BMW R50 of Thilo Wotzka.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Rudolf Seydewitzs' 1957 Norton 40 Manx 350.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Roger Webers' Harley Davidson WR 750 is unusual but very welcome at this classic race event.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Karl Frohnmayers' 1967 350 Seeley AJS is a perfect example of a current classic racer with just the right pedigree, level of performance and technical beauty.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - One of the NSU racers to be seen at the weekend in the paddock.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - One of Glens' favourites from the weekend was this Swiss 1927 Motosacoche 500SS entered by Dietmar Fecht.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Another early 20th century classic, this time from Belgium is a 1934 Sarolea 34B entered by Matthias Schmidt.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Beautiful picture by Kate Miller of the 1952 Gilera Saturno Piuma.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Another stunning Gilera single with full enclosure, dustbin style race faring.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - More perfect pictures by Kate Miller of these Moto Morini frame details.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Traditionally the Münch owners club assemble at Schotten for a meeting each year as homage to Friedel Münch whos' workshop was located in the local area; and this year was no exception with five bikes on display.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Including one of the very rare 'year 2000' bikes of which less than 20 were finally built.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - The classic Münchs are still incredibly impressive.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - One of the V6 Horexs remaining from the sad second demise of Horex which were built in nearby Bad Homburg.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - An interesting BMW boxer Cafe racer style bike on the camp ground.
Does anybody know what type of frame this is ?
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - The German Kawasaki importer is also part of the local industry and puts on a great show at Schotten each year.
Kork Ballington joinned the event this year which included a special Kawasaki track session.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - Together with Jonathan Rea on the Kawasaki H2 Superbike.
Schottenring grand prix classic motorcycle bike racing race event germany - The beautiful Bimota HB1 replica built by Walter Schwerz, which we also saw at the Spa Bikers Classics'.