Mondays MC shop News :'(
Clem Nunn Motorcycles opened its doors to the Perth public in 1974, directly over the road from its current premises in Albany Highway Kenwick.
Today, Monday the 7th of February, 2011 Clem Nunn Motorcyles officially ceased trading at 5pm, one week after closing the doors to the public for the final time.
Sunday was the final opportunity to visit the store as the last of the stock was sold under auction, by Eddie Peters from the Honda Shop, and there were plenty of shoppers eager for a bargain at the auction.
It was a day of mixed emotions for Clem, his wife Lesley and the family who have supported the business for 37 years. Clem was both a little sad, but more optimistic about the next faze of his life, "It is a bit sad to close the doors, but it gives me more time towards my other passion, bicycle riding".
Lesley Nunn was more forthcoming, "having an auction like this is a little hard, it almost feels as though people are leaving with pieces of your family and sort of history", as bidders and purchasers grabbed a bargain or two, with workshop items, tools, parts, accessories, stock items walking out the door. Old friends called in to say farewell, thanks and good luck.
Clem and Lesley's daughter Tracey agreed that it was a day of mixed emotions for the family as we were able to have a talk and stroll down memory lane reminiscing about ignition points, fuel mixtures, magnetos and the changing times of the industry.
"The internet has made it difficult for the industry as the on-line selling aspect has seemed to have overtaken the need for experience, which is sad, plus the industry today is pretty cut throat. But look we have had a wonderful time over the years, it's been hard work, but we've met some great friends, supported riders along the way like Jeff Leisk, who's father Bob came in today to wish us the best. So sure it is sad in one respect but it is time for Mum and Dad to enjoy retirement, their two little dogs, and their grand kids".
So to Clem, Lesley and their family thanks for 37 years of business, 7 days trading which included being open on a Sunday. The question remains: where will we get our parts from on a Sunday in Perth?
The parting shot goes to Clem when a few of us joked with him: "Ask the buggers who just bought the last of the stock at the auction - I'll be off riding my bike"!
