1982
Back in 1982, these photos show me riding in a small club trial race on my SWM TL 320 trial. It was one of those local events where maybe ten of us showed up, all friends, all ready to challenge each other more with jokes than skills.
What I remember most is the atmosphere. We were a group riding different machines: Bultaco, Ossa, Fantic Motor, Aprilia, Montesa, and of course a couple of us on SWMs. The sections were not easy, but the real competition was the laughter and the friendly teasing every time someone struggled on a rock or a steep climb.
One memory always makes me smile. Our friend Pino was also riding a SWM. He had the spirit to try every obstacle, but sometimes things didn’t go as planned. A few times he would start the section with confidence… then stop halfway, shake his head, and basically “throw” the motorcycle forward in surrender. The poor bike would slide or tumble down while we all laughed – including Pino. That was just how those days were: no stress, bikes, and a lot of stories being created.
Looking back now, those small club races were never really about results. They were about the moments, the people, and the passion for riding that we all shared. And honestly, that feeling is still the same today.
