[northworthy]

Yes Mike is truly a terrific gent.

I had the honour years ago of spending hours with him at his home, drinking tea, rummaging through spare's boxes, thumbing his books in the study and discussing all things Italian bikes whilst trying not to drop biscuit crumbs on the carpet.

It is Mike's "fault" that I am a Ducatisti, as it was he who introduced me to a friend of his who was also barking mad about Italian bikes - Phil Worth owner of Italia Moto Lincoln.

Ace chaps both of 'em. :clap