Cheney Triumph PROFILED

As the chimes of Big Ben heralded the end of the Swinging Sixties and the dawn of what would be partially referred to as the decade style forgot, there were changes afoot – or possibly ‘awheel’ in the international enduro scene. Hitherto in order to qualify for the trophy contest, teams had to be mounted on machinery manufactured in their home country. The vase teams, plus club, military and individuals, could ride whatever motorcycle they liked. For 1970 the restriction was lifted for the trophy teams, largely at the request of the American teams it has to be said. You see, off-road sport was quite the big thing in the USA and liable to be a big money spinner.

So, despite the fact there was no actual need to ride British-built motorcycles for national honours,