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Harley-Davidson Launches Icon Collection

Fans of classic motorcycles are in for a treat with the arrival of Harley-Davidson’s recently announced Icon Collection. Designed to pay homage to classic H-D models, the Icon Collection will feature one or two limited edition models each year, commencing with the introduction of the 2021 Electra Glide Revival.

With styling cues taken from the 1969 Electra Glide, the 2021 re-imagining retains iconic design elements such as the batwing fairing and colour-matched birch white hard The 2021 Electra Glide Revival leads off the new Harley-Davidson Icon collection.saddlebags as well as solo saddle, chrome laced wheels and PHOTO COURTESY OF HARLEY-DAVIDSON wide whitewall tires.

Standard equipment on the Electra Glide Revival includes latest tech from Harley-Davidson starting with a 1,868 cc Milwaukee-Eight V-Twin engine producing a claimed 118 ft-lb of torque at 3,250 rpm. Other features include Harley-Davidson RDRS rider assists (lean-sensitive ABS and traction control, drag-torque slip control and hill hold control) and the Boom Box GTS infotainment system with colour touch screen and advanced navigation system.

Limited to 1,500 units worldwide, the 2021 Electra Glide Revival has a Canadian MSRP of $35,299. IM

Motovan Takes Over Full Bore Marketing

Motorcycle parts and accessories distributor Full Bore Marketing has announced that the Motovan powersports group has taken over management of the company following the passing of Full Bore’s president and founder Herman Cornelsen.

Founded by Cornelsen and two partners in 1985, Full Bore grew to be a leading wholesale distributor to the Canadian motorcycle industry representing multiple product lines including exclusive distribution of Arai helmets.

A company announcement dated April 8, 2021 indicated that all Full Bore staff will remain in place.

Visit www.fullboremarketing.ca to learn more about Full Bore and the products they distribute. Additional information on Motovan and their products can be found online at www.motovan.com. IM

KTM 2022 Off-Road

KTM continues to live the “Race on Sunday, sell on Monday” mantra. Building on the company’s on-track success with factory racers like Cooper Webb, KTM is able to offer leading-edge components such as the those found in the three-model four-stroke SX-F lineup that feature the latest WP Xact suspension technology and electronics including launch control, traction control and variable engine mapping.

Two-stroke motocrossers for 2022 include 125 cc, 150 cc and 250 cc models as well as five different minicycles. The all-electric SX-E 5 rounds out the company’s motocross lineup.

Built to take on the rigours of cross-country racing, KTM’s six-model XC lineup features three four-strokes (250, 350 and 450 cc) and three two-strokes (125, 250 and 300 cc) with both The 2022 KTM 300 XC TPI. the 250 and 300 cc two-strokes utilizing fuel injection. While each model draws heavily on PHOTO COURTESY OF KTM CANADA its motocross counterpart, the XC models are tailored to cross-country competition with larger capacity fuel tanks, 21-inch front and 18inch rear wheels and WP Xact suspension specifically setup for the requirements of cross-country riding. For 2022, each of the full-size KTM SX and XC models will feature orange powder-coated frames similar to those on the factory sponsored machines.

Enduro riders remain a key target market for KTM with a full 2022 lineup that includes three fuel-injected two-stroke XC-W models (150, 250 and 300 cc), as well as the four-stroke XCF-W (350 and 500 cc) and dual sport EXC-F (350 and 500 cc) models. All models in the 2022 enduro lineup receive WP suspension that has been reworked for 2022 with a focus on firmer feel, improved damping and better all-round performance. Visit www.ktm.com/en-ca for complete details on KTM’s 2022 off-road lineup. IM CHECKERED BACKGROUND FLAG

Whether your off-road pursuits involve hitting the trails or full-on cross-country and motocross competition, Husqvarna’s 2022 lineups have been developed to ensure there is something for everyone.

With three two-stroke TE models and four FE four-strokers, Husqvarna’s 2022 enduro lineup features a number of improvements including The 2022 FE 350s is one of two dual sport revisions to the WP Xplor forks and machines in the Husqvarna off-road lineup. Xact rear shocks, designed to provide PHOTO COURTESY OF HUSQVARNA MOTORCYCLES NORTH AMERICA improved handling and rider comfort. Braktec hydraulic clutch systems make their debut on each of the seven bikes in the off-road lineup along with Braktec brake systems on both the front and rear working with GSK wave brake discs.

The two dual sport models of the enduro lineup – the FE 350s and FE 501s – offer the combination of off-road capability with the requirement of riding on the street, including Continental TKC 80 tires that have been developed to provide an ideal balance of traction for both environments.

On the competition front, Husqvarna’s motocross and cross-country lineup features 12 models including two full size two-stroke motocrossers (TC125 and TC250) alongside the 250 cc, 350 cc and 450 cc four-stroke FC machines, each of which will gain a Brembo hydraulic clutch system for the 2022 model year.

The 2022 cross country lineup, which includes the fuel injected TX 300i twostroke, as well as the 350 cc and 450 cc FX models, combines the features of the motocross platforms with large-capacity fuel tanks, side stands and 21-inch front and 18-inch rear D.I.D DirtStar wheels shod with Dunlop Geomax AT81 tires.

Husqvarna continues to actively focus on the next generation of off-road riders with 50 cc, 65 cc, 85 cc and the all-electric EE5 minicycles. The 85 cc model is available with either 17-inch/14-inch or 19-inch/16-inch wheel combination.

Full details of Husqvarna’s off-road lineups can be found online by visiting www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/en-ca. IM

Yamaha’s Latest R

Yamaha has unveiled the all-new 2022 YZF-R7 to fill the substantial gap between the entry-level YZF-R3 and the company’s flagship YZF-R1M that resulted with the departure of the YZF-R6 from the R lineup. Rounding out Yamaha’s supersport lineup, The 2022 YZF-R7 is the latest the YZF-R7 is built around the same 689 cc addition to the Yamaha R family. liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine from the PHOTO COURTESY OF YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA Yamaha MT-07 paired with an assist and slipper clutch.

Built around the narrow dimensions of the CP2 engine, the YZF-R7 features a narrow lightweight frame and the slimmest bodywork in the R family, providing reduced air resistance and superior aerodynamics. A fully adjustable 41 mm inverted front fork and horizontally mounted rear shock support a wide range of uses from street to track, while a radial brake master cylinder and radial-mount calipers from Brembo provide optimum stopping power with dual 298 mm front discs and a 245 mm rear disc.

Instrumentation on the YZF-R7 is provided by a high-contrast LCD panel with multifunction display which the rider is able to navigate through using handlebar switches. LED lighting including tail light, front and rear signals and an adaptive bi-functional headlight confirm the R7’s lineage as a member of Yamaha’s R family.

Available in Yamaha Blue and Performance Black, the YZF-R7 arrives in dealerships this June with an MSRP of $10,799. IM

Wonderful Waiparous

Patrick, I just wanted to pass on my heartfelt thank you for the “Return to Waiparous” article in the current issue of Inside Motorcycles.

From the time we chatted at the Calgary Bike show a few years ago to now seeing it in print and sharing the experience with others was truly a thought / idea that we were able to bring to fruition.

You did a marvelous job in presentation, the pictures you selected and the attached captions were perfect. Then when I get to the end I see that you included the info and picture I passed on about “The Red Tanked Husky.” That was so very, very kind of you, I must admit it brought a lump to my throat… To say that the article exceeded my expectations would be a true understatement. If the readers enjoy the article, even a portion of what I did, you achieved your objective, to inform and entertain.

Again, thank you, very well done…

Darrell Hilliard

Hello Darrell, thank you for allowing us to bring your story to our readers. I hope the trails are treating you well and look forward to hearing more about your adventures with the Red Tanked Husky. -Ed.

Small-Displacement Fan

Howdy Brett, we’ve met a couple of times at AMP in NS and at Mosport once. We have started up Atlantic Mini in NS for schools and tracks days with mini moto bikes. I just read your article in Inside Motorcycles, spot on man. We’ve been riding 100 Hondas on the ice in front of our place for seven years now. Is there a link to that article online so I could share it?

Jeff Martin

Hello Jeff, Brett’s “To The Limit” column from the April/May 2021 issue of Inside Motorcycles can be found in the Features section at insidemotorcycles.com. -Ed.

Credit Where Credit is Due

Hi Patrick and Co.,

Love the mag, especially when you put in shots like the Zoom photo in the latest issue. But dude! No credits whatsoever, of who it is or even where it was. Obviously an oversight and will be credited in the next issue, right?

And I’ve already had my copy signed by the ‘King of Busa Wheelies’ himself, Mr. Beatch in the Hat!

Cody Minor

Hi Cody, when it came time to celebrate the history of the Suzuki Hayabusa, longtime CMDRA and MHDRA racer Gerald Beatch was the obvious choice. -Ed. IM

Can-Am Outliers

With the introduction of the Can-Am Spyder in 2007, Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) delivered an alternative for the motorcycle world that went beyond two wheels.

As the stable of BRP on-road products has grown to include a full range of Spyder derived machines as well as the affordable stripped-down Ryker models that augmented the brand in 2018, the presence of these threewheeled machines travelling alongside their two-wheeled brethren has become a frequent sight.

Looking to build on its momentum and reputation as an outside-the-box alternative, BRP/ Can-Am have launched the Outliers campaign featuring rock legend Joan Jett and rap artist SAINt JHN. During a recent panel discussion, these new Can-Am ambassadors highlighted how BRP’s willingness to challenge stereotypes has resulted in new riders from all walks of life getting out and experiencing all that the open road has to offer.

The full Joan Jett and SAINt JHN panel discussion can be viewed by searching “Can-Am Outliers” on YouTube. IM

The cover of the May/June 2011 issue of Inside Motorcycles featured the latest touring machines from Honda and BMW. While the 2012 Gold Wing could be best described as an update to the previous year’s model, the K 1600 GTL, powered by BMW’s new inline six-cylinder engine, represented a major expansion of the company’s long-haul touring lineup. Ten years later, both machines retain loyal followings and remain as staples of their brand’s lineups.

Mini road racing was also front and centre in the pages of Inside Motorcycles in 2011, highlighting the four Western Canadian clubs that provided enthusiastic racers of all ages the opportunity to experience the thrill of twowheeled competition. Still active in 2021, mini road racing is Canada is set to take another major step with the launch of the Canadian Mini Superbike Series, bringing the vision of Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame member and road racing legend Toni Sharpless to reality.

Included among the racers who got their start through mini road racing is IM test rider and columnist Brett McCormick. Having spent the 2010 season racing in the United States, McCormick returned to CSBK competition one year later and the May/June 2011 issue of Inside Motorcycles accurately predicted an epic showdown between McCormick and the reigning Pro Superbike champion Jordan Szoke, which saw McCormick take the 2011 championship with a dramatic last corner pass in the penultimate race of the season.

The May/June 2011 issue wrapped up with a profile of John McBride and the McBride family’s contribution to motorcycling in Canada. Starting as McBride Cycle in 1909, John took over management of the business in 1977 for almost three decades. After leaving McBride Cycle in 2005, John started Riders Choice where he continues to work today alongside his son Matt, the fourth generation of McBrides dedicated to keeping Canadian motorcyclists safe on the road, trails and track. IM