Over the past 28 years, the Battle of the Brits has become known as one of the nation’s premier gearhead events. Unique for its combination of classic British motorcycles and automobiles, the BOB draws more than 200 vintage bikes and 400 cars. The truly remarkable quality and variety of these machines have helped make the BOB a “must attend” event for those who appreciate outstanding British machinery.

A cooperative venture between the Metro Triumph Riders and the Detroit Triumph Sports Car Club, the Battle of the Brits is held on the second Sunday of September on the campus of Orchard Lake St. Mary's. The event features judging in multiple categories for bikes and cars, Peoples’ Choice voting, a large assortment of parts and accessories vendors, activities for kids, and an abundance of food and beverages, including a competitive chili cook-off.

The 2010 Battle of the Brits will be held on Sunday, September 12. The show is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with participant registration beginning at 8 a.m. (Mail-in registrations are accepted up to September 6th. Click on Entry Form, above.) The motorcycle awards presentation begins at 3:30 p.m.

Registration fee is $10 per bike, or $40 per vendor space (additional spaces are $30 each). Spectator admission fee is $5, with no charge for children under 5 or for show participants/vendors.

Orchard Lake St. Mary's is located at 3535 Indian Trail, Orchard Lake, Michigan 48324. There is no rainout date; the Battle of the Brits takes place rain or shine!

And be sure to join the MTR for a pre-Battle of the Brits gathering at 2 p.m. the day before the show at RC’s Last Call, 2100 14 Mile Rd., Warren 48092. One of our show sponsors, RC’s features lots of good food and beverages and a friendly sports-bar atmosphere, perfect for bench-racing and swapping bike lies.

If you need hotel accomodations a special rate has been negotiated with the Hampton Inn of Commerce Township. Call before September 1st and ask for the special Battle of the Brits/Orchard Lake St. Mary’s room rate. The Hampton Inn is located at 169 Loop Rd., Commerce Township 48390. Tel. 248-624-8100.

View "Battle of the Brits" pictures in our Photo Gallery.