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Produced by C.H. Wood for Castrol, "Three Wheels at Mallory" (1965) highlights the evolution and versatility of three-wheel motorcycle sidecars, which are praised for their safety, ease of control, and diverse uses ranging from family transport to commerce. After a look at diverse types of sidecars, including past and present models, the film moves to Mallory Park for the 1965 sidecar race. Competitors from various regions are introduced, and the thrilling action of the 500cc final race is described, leading to Chris Vincent's victory. (Mallory Park is situated in the village of Kirkby Mallory, in central England.)
0:00 Intro. Three-wheel motorcycle sidecar is highlighted as the safest vehicle, especially in wet conditions, and a popular form of transport for touring highways and byways. 0:53-1:16 Sidecars are a favorite for families, offering easy driving, usefulness, and safety for both young and old. 1:20- Sidecars overview; they are appreciated for their ease of control and safety. 2:24 Diverse models of sidecars. 2:52 Comparison of sidecars from the past and present, emphasizing the need for weather protection for passengers. 3:40 Sidecars are praised for providing easy transport in difficult terrain and luxurious comfort for leisurely rides. 3:57 Transition to Mallory Park for the 1965 sidecar race, with practice sessions and a £500 first prize. 4:47 Practice session at Mallory Park 6:05 Buzz of activity at the race circuit, with participants and spectators arriving, discussing strategies, and preparing their vehicles. 8:08 Competitors from various regions are introduced, showcasing their racing machinery and making final preparations. 9:00- Start of the 500cc final race, with commentary on the leading racers and the intense competition. 10:03-Continuation of the 500cc final race, describing the positions of the racers and the thrilling action. 11:11 Final preparations for the 1000cc event, with teams getting ready for the race 12:05 The race continues with Vincent and Cely leading. 12:25 Vincent and Cely are ahead of Wallace, who starts to fall back. Terry Vinam, on another Triumph, is now third. 12:41 Lap seven, Vincent and Cely still in the lead. 13:01 Greenwood and his four-wheel three-wheeler are fighting to hold fifth place. The leaders have only a few yards between them. 13:48-14:01 Chris Vincent receives the flag from starter Allen Disney, just four seconds ahead of Colin Cely. 14:04 In the paddock, racers refresh with a cup of tea and something to eat. 14:23 Various protective measures against the rain are seen, such as umbrellas. 14:52 In the interval before the £500 sidecar race of the year, Chris Vincent works against the clock to make modifications to his bike, borrowing a new set of rockers from a spectator. 15:28 The top sidecar racers of the world prepare for the race, with one minute to go. Vincent completes his rocker replacement and joins the others on the grid. 15:53 The race begins with Cely, Shyer, Vincent, and Freeman leading. Fred Wallace, down on power, waves the field past. 16:24 Cely leads from Shyer, with Vincent just ahead of Freeman and Vinam. 16:43- Shyer slips ahead of Cely, and Vincent drops back behind Freeman and Vinam due to a missed gear change. 17:16 Max Doel is harried by the mini. Shyer starts lap four with a good lead, while Vincent cuts down the BMW's tremendous lead. 17:38 The crowd begins to sense a British victory. Vincent narrows the gap with Shyer. 18:09 At the hairpin on lap nine, the BSA boys are breathing down the necks of the Swiss crew. Side by side down the straight, Vincent is ahead, and the lap record is shattered. 19:10 Vincent and Shyer catch up to the tail-enders. Vincent laps Chus and new passenger Ducay. 19:33 The order is Vincent, Shyer, Doel, Vinam, Cely, Greenwood, Wakefield, and Freeman. The pace gets even hotter. 20:08-20:42 Vincent gives the BSA full steam ahead. Wakefield flies in front of Greenwood, Vinam, Freeman, and Cely. Vincent is close on their tail. 20:59 As they approach the finish line, Cely makes a desperate effort to avoid being lapped by Vincent. Vincent is declared the victor of a hard-fought race. 21:16 Chris Vincent and passenger Terry Harrison celebrate a brilliant victory by British men on a British bike. 21:44 The spectators leave Mallory Park, 22:16: Credits over images of the deserted circuit.
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