June Kiwi Rider Magazine

RACER TEST – ADRIAN SMITH’S CROSS-COUNTRY YZ

JUNE 2013 $10 INCL GST

SINCE 1984

TESTED ■ KAWASAKI ZX-6R ■ KTM 690 DUKE ■ YAMAHA YZ250

GREAT ON GRAVEL

WE FIND YAMAHA SUPER TEN’S SWEET SPOT

FIRST RIDE

KTM 85 SX

RIDDEN

H-D 883

IRON

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: BOULEVARD RALLY // THE LONG GOODBYE PT 3 // TT2000 ROAD RALLY // LAUNCHED: YAMAHA FJR1300A

Contents

road features

June 2013

dirt features

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Auckland’s Western Springs hosted the first round of the FIM World Speedway Championship on Saturday March 23.

A long goodbye. In this the third and final instalment of their ‘long goodbye’ ride, New Zealandbound couple Claire Murtagh and Tony Fausett took the long way back to Great Britain.

ROAD NEWS speedway

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LAUNCH REPORT YAMAHA FJR1300A With a slick new suite of electronic rider aids Yamaha’s FJR1300 is now more than a match for any similarly-sized sports/tourer.

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ROAD TEST KAWASAKI ZX-6R Kawasaki’s second try at a 636cc ZX-6R has raised the bar yet again.

ADVENTURE EUROPE

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ADVENTURE TT2000 Reckon you can cover 2000kms in 48 hours? Each year plenty of people enter the TT2000 road rally to try and do just that.

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ADVENTURE TEST YAMAHA XTZ SUPER TENERE

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After finally getting his hands on a Yamaha XTZ1200 Super Tenere tester Jock McLauchlan wonders why he doesn’t see more on (and off!) our roads.

If KTM’s Duke 200 is the little bike that could, the new 690 is its world-wise big brother…

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ROAD TEST KTM 690 DUKE

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ROAD TEST HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 883 IRON There’s more to Harley-Davidson’s latest 883 Iron than meets the eye.

KR Ed Ross MacKay explains.

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QUICK SPIN YAMAHA YW50 BEEWEE Yamaha’s fat-tyred BeeWee is the funky new face of 50cc scooter fun.

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ROAD FEATURE 2013 BOULEVARD RALLY In which KR’s resident Hobbit, Michael Esdaile, reflects on a recent quest aboard a sleek, black Suzuki Boulevard.

DIRT NEWS MX CHAMPS WRAP MX Crowns to Cooper & Columb.

This year’s premier NZ MX championship titles have gone to Cody Cooper (MX1) and Scott Columb (MX2).

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DIRT TEST YAMAHA YZ250 There’s plenty of life left in Yamaha’s venerable YZ250 2-stroke – not just as a motocrosser either….

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KR KIDS TEST KTM 85 SX KTM’s 85 SX is the bike by which all other Junior motocross models are judged. We gathered up the KR Kids crew and put the upgraded 2013 model to the test.

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True Kiwi characters

Regulars road 11 road news

Lewis wins ejc opener, Leadfoot Festival, Speedway at Western Springs and Road Race champs wrap

48 Riding tips

Honing your skills

First word Ross MacKay

49 moroney

Team orders

Classics

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Honda GB500 TT

53 GASTROM RIDER

Opononi Hotel 53 Tech Talk

Motorcycle geometry pt 1

61 Road products

See it, want it, must have it.

63 product Evaluation

Fox Podium RC shocks

regulars dirt 81 Dirt news

Townley drops retirement bombshell

84 news - KTM Extreme Enuduro

It was a case of Chris Birch winning the battle but Mike Skinner the war at the final round of the new KTM Extreme Enduro Series at Oparau over the Easter weekend

84 news - Ihatove Trial

New Zealand’s Ihatove Adventure Trial, gets better with every passing year

97 Long Termer

Things to make your ride more comfortable

99 dirt products

See it, want it, must have it

107 KR Kids

KTM 85 SX test and Hauraki Plains College MX tournament

108 Looking back

Five, ten and 20 years ago

109 bike Mart

Bikes for sale and up-coming events

113 Events calendar Contributions: Kiwi Rider welcomes editorial contributions from its readers. If you would like to write something up for KR e-mail a précis to the Editor at editor@kiwirider.co.nz. Electronic transmission of words (Microsoft word.doc) and pictures (hi-res jpgs) preferred.

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Know any characters? And by character I don’t just mean the odd eccentric. I mean full-blown Barry Crump/Burt Munro types.

I’ve been thinking about this on and off for the past couple of days and have come to the same conclusion as – I imagine – you have.

These days they are few and far between.

I was prompted to muse on the nature of character as it applies to the local motorcycle scene when, in a conversation with a young fellow new to bikes and biking, I mentioned the late Max Corkill and his riding companion Rastus the cat. Who you might remember me writing about in my Feb ‘13 First Word.

I assumed that everyone knew about Max, and the plucky little black cat he called Rastus, who covered thousands of kilometres together before tragically being hit and killed by – I believe – a drunk driver on January 20 1998.

MAX ‘N RASTUS In fact, if, like my young mate, the Max ‘n Rastus story is new to you, you can check it out at www.petsonthenet. co.nz/maxandrastus.htm.

Max never really sought publicity, but he was gracious with his time when reporters – naturally – wanted to tell the world (literally) about his feline riding companion.

Which brings me back to my musings on what actually makes a true ‘character.’

Sure, there are any number of modernday pitchmen trying to entertain/make us buy things on TV these days. But that’s not really the same thing is it?

Nor is the sort of formula-following playing-to-type that a lot of so-called artists – and art industry PR-types no doubt – do to keep their names in the public eye.

What I’m talking about is true ‘star’ (for want of a better word) quality. A quality which transcends time, place,

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age, ethnic background and gender and which comes neither quickly nor conveniently packaged.

Character can have something to do with sport – in our case a good example would be a wise-cracking Graeme Crosby – but it takes more than talent for you to earn your stake as a national treasure like Burt Munro or Max ‘n Rastus.

In much the same way, a career in politics – even at the highest level – is no guarantee of a place in the pantheon of the fondly remembered.

Nor, and probably for the same reason, is success in business. Though, and again I’m talking exclusively about our own little sphere here, Gareth Morgan could well end up the exception that proves that particular rule.

SUCCESS IS RELATIVE Arguably the most interesting thing about the process by which character is earned is that success is relative.

Had he played the game differently, Burt Munro might well have earned more Land Speed Records. And had he chosen a more conventional path John Britten could have ended up a respected race engineer with Honda, Ducati or whoever.

Yet isn’t the way the two fiercely independent individuals went about their business – for better or for worse – one of the main reasons they are so revered here? Why, if you were to put a list of motorcycle-building/riding Kiwi characters together, the pair would be fighting for a place at the top of the list?

This, of course is only my opinion.

By all means disagree. Even better, come up with your own Kiwi motorcycle character candidates – and reasons why you think they deserve to be so classified – and e-mail them through to me at editor@kiwirider.co.nz This could be the beginning of quite an interesting conversation! ■

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Material may not be printed without the written permission of the publishers.ISSN 1177-0023

products / road Lynx Hooks Sport Stretch Straps $29 Distributor: Forbes & Davies

Bike Lift ‘Black Ice’ front & rear stands

Kryptonite New York Noose with Evo4 disc dock

Distributor: Eurobike Wholesale

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories

New from Bike Lift is the ‘Black Ice’ range of stands. This range is made from the best quality 40 mm special steel for more rigidity and stability, but with a lower weight and new, easily adjustable V or rubber cursors for the rear stand and under fork adapters for the front stand. Check them out at www.eurobike.co.nz.

Built tough to resist even the most determined would-be bike thief, Kryptonite’s New York Noose with Evo4 disc lock uses 12mm six-sided chain links made of hardened manganese steel for maximum strength and a cinch loop for effective lock-ups using less chain. A sliding dustcover protects and extends cylinder life and each unit comes with three keys – one lighted with a high intensity bulb & replaceable battery. There are two sizes: 75cm chain length by 14mm shackle diameter ($179) and 130cm chain length by 14mm shackle diameter ($269).

From $179

Front $169. Rear $179.

IPONE – Brake Fluid 300 $27/500ml

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Developed and tested under the most extreme conditions racing this 100% synthetic fluid boasts an extremely high boiling point (300°C) for perfect fluid stability and more precise feel at the lever.

HJC Lorenzo Replica $899

Distributor: Darbi Accessories The sponsorship of MotoGP star Jorge Lorenzo enhances the status of HJC as a premium quality helmet.

Lorenzo wears HJC’s new RPHA10 Plus, the latest upgraded version of the company’s lightweight (1350gms) high strength P.I.M constructed helmet with a wider vision port for better visibility especially when crouched down over the tank and a new front vent and breathe guard. The HJC Lorenzo graphic helmet is available in sizes XS to 2XL.

Replace your bungee cords with the all-new Lynx Hooks Sport Stretch Straps – the revolutionary light-utility tie downs that are so superior to old fashioned bungee cords, they’re going to be your must-have tool for attaching stuff to your bike, ATV, car, ute, trailer and more. Lynx Hooks can be used as a conventional strap adjustable from 114cm down to 48cm, joined together to form longer straps, or interlocked into a series of clusters building a cargo net right on your cargo. They are sold in pairs in a range of colour options.

Oxford premium hot grips $139 Distributor: Northern Accessories Premium heated grips from Oxford feature a soft, ultra-grippy diamond tread for comfort and feedback, one-piece moulded construction which ensures unrivalled performance and reliability and an intelligent heat controller with tactile silicone buttons for use with gloved hands. Available in sports, cruiser and adventure styles complete with handlebar switch bracket and a battery-saving mode which turns the grips off if you forget.

Suomy MX Tourer

White $749. Anthracites $799 Distributor: Northern Accessories

Triumph Navigator suit Jacket $769. Pants $499

Available in all Triumph dealerships

Forma Cape Horn $399

Distributor: Forbes & Davies These new CE-approved touring/ adventure boots from Forma tick the right boxes for all-day comfort and protection. Features include full grain oil treated leather upper, shin and ankle armour, reinforced side panels, Drytex waterproof lining, and double velcro and buckle closure. Available in sizes 42 to 48 from Forma stockist and leading motorcycle boot retailers.

Triumph’s new all-weather suit, the Navigator, provides both flexibility and comfort for all-year riding. The suit is available for men (pictured) and women and comes in two parts, a jacket and matching pants. Perfect for when the going gets tough, this high-specification suit comes in a light and dark grey colour combination and uses the latest in Sympatex and DuPont Teflon water and dirt repellent fabric technology to provide 100% water and wind-proofing with optimal breathability keeping you warm, dry and cleaner than ever during adverse conditions. The matching jeans complement the jacket and come with a three tier knee protector system that allows the height of the knee protector to be moved up or down as required.

Dunlop RoadSmart II

Using the latest in aramidic/carbon fibre materials Suomy’s new MX Tourer helmet promises the wearer maximum comfort, safety and light weight in either road or off-road configuration. The MX Tourer comes with peak, visor and additional ventilation and is available in three attractive colours.

From $265

Distributor: Forbes & Davies An evolution of the highly acclaimed RoadSmart tyre, Dunlop’s RoadSmart II has been designed to meet all the needs of today’s most demanding riders and features the company’s race derived Multi-Tread (MT) technology to improve straight-line stability, traction, braking and tread life whilst enhancing the grip at maximum lean angles. RoadSmart II also incorporates Jointless Belt construction (JLB) which eliminates the belt overlaps that can be found in some tyres, resulting in smoother handling.

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Mistral 1 Bike-Pack

Nolan B1 N-Com Bluetooth kit

RRP $269

Distributor: Dold industries

$229 – $249

The Mistral I Bike-Pack features moulded pockets, lid and base. You have 47 litres capacity, water resistant zips, padded shoulder straps plus many more great features which have become synonymous with Ventura Bike-Pack designs. The Mistral I bike-pack is engineered to sit securely on your bike eliminating load shift, is aerodynamically designed to offer minimal wind resistance and is the safest way to carry your motorcycle gear. www.dold.co.nz

Distributor: Eurobike Wholesale

Shark S900 Comfort Helmet From $399

Distributor: Northern Accessories The new S 900 C is the next generation of Shark’s versatile S900 and comes complete with Shark’s new air-pump system for the perfect fit to your head, plus an anti-fog Pinlock visor.

Oxford Oximiser 900 Battery Charger $89.95rrp.

Distributor: Northern Accessories Oxford’s Oximiser is a top-of-the-line switch mode charger designed to automatically maintain, optimise and prolong the life of any 12 volt battery. It can be left permanently connected to provide long-term battery care and even heavily discharged batteries as low as 4.1 V can be charged if the battery is not damaged.

Pirelli Night Dragon

NEO Tornado jacket

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories

$259

The Night Dragon is Pirelli’s custom/ cruiser tyre with a street-wise tread pattern which blends biker style with riding performance while maximising the contact patch for fast warm up, quickly giving the rider confidence in its stability and traction.

Distributor: Forbes & Davies The new NEO Tornado jacket features a Polyester Maxtex 600D outer shell with pockets aplenty and an adjustable air vent system to stop you overheating when the mercury rises. Inside is a removable Thermalite lining to keep you warm, a Reissa liner to keep you dry and CE protectors for your elbows and shoulders.

AXO Q GT boot

AGV K-4 EVO Roadster

$199

$399

Distributor: Northern Accessories

HJC Ben Spies Replica

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories

The AXO Q GT boot is an excellent value-for-money waterproof road boot from AXO which features a waterresistant leather upper, polyurethane shin guard, calf guard, plastic shin and ankle guard, a breathable, anti-bacterial and anti-sweat mesh lining with Watertech membrane and an anti-slide rubber sole. It is available in black only sizes 7 to 13

The K-4 is the most versatile of AGV’s helmets as it is suitable for both motorcycles and scooters. The shell, available in two sizes, is made of Advanced Composite Fibre, there’s a dynamic ventilation system with air vents and rear extractors, the removable and washable interior is trimmed in a sanitised material and the quick-release visor is both scratch and fog-resistant. The K4 has a 4-STAR Safety Rating and is available in sizes.

SM/56 – 2XL/64 in white/red, white/ blue, Italia, black/gunmetal.

$799

Distributor: Darbi Accessories HJC has also been a long-time supporter of Texan Ben Spies and the RPHA10 helmet is also available in an updated Ben Spies graphic in sizes S to XL.

Maxima Syn Gear Oil $35

Distributor: Forbes & Davies

Sena SMH5-FM Bluetooth headset & intercom

Advanced 100% ester-based synthetic gear oil for use in motorcycle & ATVs with shaft drive and hypoid gears.

Also for use in motorcycles equipped with separate transmissions and chain cases. Formulated for reduced friction, providing smoother shifting.

Exceptional anti-wear and rust and corrosion protection. Available in 1L packs from your local Maxima stockist.

$249 (single), $449 (dual)

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories The SMH5-FM is a Bluetooth 3.0 stereo headset with Bluetooth intercom and built-in FM tuner designed specifically for motorcycles. With the SMH5FM, you can call hands-free on your Bluetooth mobile phone, listen to music or voice instructions of GPS navigations by Bluetooth wirelessly, and have two-way intercom conversations in full duplex with a passenger or other motorcycle riders. Available options include an SMH5-FM Open-Face Helmet Kit (contains boom microphone) and SMH5-FM Full-Face Helmet Kit (contains wired microphone).

B1 is the new Bluetooth intercom kit from Nolan for those who want the quality and integration of an N-Com communication system at a great price.

B1 allows for connection via Bluetooth to your pillion, mobile phone, music player, and GPS. You can also connect to your computer and program your B1 kit with your favourite settings and update with the latest software.

Compatible with N104, N103, N85, N43 Air, N43. Check it out at www.euorbike. co.nz

Keiti reflective wheel stripe From $25

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories These fluorescent reflective stripes help your wheelrims stand out thanks to a new six mm strip design and a range of solid (silver, gold, orange, red, blue, green & black) and striped (red/white/ green, fluro yellow & red) colours.

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Ventura BikePack System Distributor: Dold industries We have the Ventura Bike-Pack System and a Light-Guard in production for the Kawasaki Z800. This system coupled with your new Ventus range of packs (Mistral, Bora and SportPack III), will make this a really nice bike for touring or just going for your weekend ride. Also available Yamaha XVS 950A, V-Star, Y-C (0913). Triumph Street Triple 675, 675R (2013). www. dold.co.nz

Muc-Off Miracle Shine $39

2013 AUSTRALIAN MOTO GP TOUR

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Muc-Off Miracle Shine has been specifically engineered to provide a deep luxurious shine that will endure the elements and keep your bike’s bodywork looking brand new!

The unique formula contains a fusion of three separate waxes and a number of highly advanced ingredients that combine to produce a superior protective treatment safe to use on paintwork, fibreglass, carbon fibre, gel coats, chrome, metal & plastics. Pick up a bottle from your nearest Muc-Off stockist.

Bel-Ray Blue Tac Chain Lube From $16.95 Distributor: Northern Accessories Bel-Ray® Blue Tac Chain Lube is the ultimate chain lubricant for all street, off-road and racing motorcycle chain applications including ‘O’ and ‘X’ ring units. Blue Tac resists fling-off even in high speed applications while providing outstanding chain and sprocket life by reducing wear and contains anti-rust agents to protect chains even in the wettest conditions. $16.95/175ml, $23.95/400ml aerosol cans.

17-21 OcTObeR PHILLIP ISLAND

MOTO2 / MOTO3 / ASBK / Aus 600 Supersport / MotoGP Expo

Bull-It Typhoon Rainsuit $99

Distributor: Forbes & Davies The Bull-It one-piece Typhoon Rain suit comes in a convenient compact bumbag that can be worn or easily stored, so you don’t have to worry about your leathers or riding jeans getting soaked through should the weather turn. Lined for complete water protection, other features include a soft-feel comfort collar, angled extralong zip for ease of entry/exit, calf zips with storm flaps, and hi-vis logos on chest and back for distance safety.

Available in sizes S to 5XL.

ROSSI • PedROSa • LORenzO • MaRQUez Tour price includes: • Return airfares from Christchurch, Wellington or Auckland • Transfer Melbourne to Phillip Island • Accomodation 2 km from race track, 5 min walk to beach • Daily transfers to race track • Insurance and security taxes • Four nights meals and entertainment Kiwi Rider style LIMITED SPACES, APPLY EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT For more information or to request a booking form, contact: motogp@takeme2.net or tel: 027 495 4510 / 09 416 5309

HJC Nate Adams Monster Replica $699

Distributor: Darbi Accessories Freestyle MXer Nate Adams is an HJC-sponsored athlete and a new Nate Adams Monster Replica MX/off-road helmet is now available. This helmet is ultra-lightweight (from 1100gms) but super strong thanks to its P.I.M construction and is available in sizes S to XL. And if you don’t care for the Natedog look? The helmet is also available in HJC’s own Silverbolt, Seeze and Airaid graphics. ■ 62

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New products / dirt

MX Pro Fork Speed Air Bleeders $19.95 pair

www.motoxparts.co.nz or 09 482 2100

Bagster Cross R Tank Bag $259

Now you can release unwanted air pressure build-up with the push of a button. Just two pounds of pressure can change the suspension balance from front to rear. Often what is lost with pressure in the fork is that plush feeling and the confidence that goes with it.

Very easy to fit in around five minutes, no special tools needed. Available for most bikes.

EBC MX-S Racing Pads

Distributor: Forbes & Davies

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories

Ideal for large adventure/street enduro bikes, this highly versatile tank bag connects to the Bagster Easy Trail universal fitting support (sold separately) and features a clever adjustable mounting system, external pockets for increased volume and a map pocket. It can also be converted to a comfortable and secure backpack.

These pads are an excellent all-weather performance choice for MX and ATV racing, with the highest HH rated friction for maximum stopping power and long lifetime. Being a sintered copper alloy MX-S pads also have excellent durability in sand, wet and mud riding and are at the same time less aggressive to the brake rotor.

Suomy MR Jump Helmet $649

Distributor: Northern Accessories This helmet is the talk of the dirt scene.

Proudly made in Italy the MR Jump is available in two shell and two inner polystyrene protective lining sizes (M and L) with the shell made out of a new composite material using a combination of carbons of various grammages and aramidic fibre and the shape of the interior optimised to reduce impact angles with the rider’s body and to permit the use of the modern neck brace. Featured graphic is S-Line Orange.

$499

Distributor: Northern Accessories The Pro 1.1 Evo boot from TCX has a water and wear resistant padded front and ankle area, breathable double compound lining, heel, ankle and toe protection, four adjustable aluminium buckles, a reinforced dual-density sole and is available in white or black in a size range EU 38-49 US 5-14.

Metzeler Enduro 3

ProFilter Stainless Steel Oil Filter

From $165

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Ltd This road-oriented large capacity dualsport tyre fits into Metzeler’s range between the more road-focussed Tourance and off-road focussed Karoo, a specially designed tread compound combining safe on-road cornering grip and good off-road traction. The See your local Metzeler stockist for details.

From $62

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Built from the finest materials, ProFilter Stainless Steel filters are designed to last long after standard oil filters are past their use-by date thanks to their Swiss-made Stainless Steel Micronic Filter Cloth and Billet end caps. For use with either synthetic or petroleumbased oils the ProFilter range is available from Maxima stockists around the country.

TCX PRO 1.1 EVO BOOT

From $279

Supersprox alloy sprockets

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Aimed at adventure/touring riders, Dunlop’s D607’s tread pattern features wide, stable central blocks with large grooves for superb water drainage and small grooves for optimal wear.

The rear tyre combines Jointless Band (JLB) construction with Dunlop Carcass Tension Control System (CTCS) for enhanced cornering and wear performance and excellent high-speed.

See your Dunlop stockist for more details.

From $94

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Supersprox alloy sprockets are CNCmachined from 7075-T6 Aerospace grade aluminium to be as much as 67% lighter than similar steel sprockets.

They have a patented tooth profile which increases chain life up to 15% and reduces chain vibration (slap) giving smoother acceleration. Perfect for all off-road competition applications and available now in bronze with other colours upon request.

Dunlop D607

DRC HC2 stand $149

Supersprox stealth sprockets From $199

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Want three times the life of your current aluminium sprockets? Then check out the Supersprox range from Stealth which promise longer life, without compromising weight. They even come in a choice - Red, Gold or Silver – of colours.

Distributor: Northern Accessories This is the second generation of New Zealand’s favourite DRC MX height control lift stand featuring an easily operated durable double long-levered jack-pedal. There is also a new easy ‘Safety hold hook’ which installs once you’ve lifted your bike in place while a damper shock eliminates sudden drops. The height-adjustable top plate has a non-slip rubber surface and maximum lift weight is 150Kg. KIWI RIDER

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Fit Race Parts Grip Dounts

Ipone Synthesis 2

$2 a pair

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories

www.motoxparts.co.nz or 09 4822100

Synthesis 2 is a high-performance synthetic-based lubricant for hardworking two-stroke engines. It is compatible with all types of petrol and the dispenser integrated into the can allows the percentage of oil to be directly measured. It also colours the mix red to show that lubricant has been added and is available with a strawberry scent as an option.

There’s nothing worse than coming in from a good ride on the weekend and having your thumbs so blistered you can’t ride any more. Race Parts grip donuts neoprene design fits easily over your bike or ATV’s grips and provides all the extra cushion you need to protect your thumbs from blisters and chafing. They have been a secret of top professional MX and Enduro riders for a long time.

$25/1L

Muc-Off wheel & component brush $15

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Muc-Off’s Wheel & Component Brush is shaped and contoured specifically to clean rims and spokes with ease.

Combine with Muc-Off Cleaner to bring your bike back to showroom condition after a day in the dirt. See the full MucOff range at your nearest authorised Muc-Off stockist.

Ipone Hel’Net Helmet, visor and shell cleaner $15/250ml

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories

Bel-Ray Works 4T engine oil $149/4L

Maxima Suspension Clean

Distributor: Northern Accessories Bel-Ray® Works Thumper® Racing Full Synthetic Ester 10W-50 4T (stroke) Engine Oil is designed to work in extreme racing conditions thanks to its synthetic ester base oils which withstand the highest temperatures and stresses. The ultimate engine oil for all liquid or air-cooled 4-stroke engines and wet clutches. SAE Grade: 10W-50.

$20

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Maxima Suspension Clean’s unique formula quickly and easily cleans suspension internally and externally leaving a dry, residue-free surface. It displaces moisture and overspray will not harm O-rings or most seal materials.

Available in 370gm aerosol can from Maxima Oil stockists.

Kevlar grips

Bel-Ray Friction Modified Thumper Racing Oil

$34.95

Distributor: Northern Accessories Renthal is the first and only manufacturer to offer a motocross grip with the added benefits of Kevlar® moulded in. Soft but very long wearing these grips should last more than three times longer than conventional ones.

$24.95/1L

Distributor: Northern Accessories

Pirelli Scorpion Trail Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Pirelli’s Scorpion Trail tyre combines a revolutionary tread pattern and patented 0° steel belt technology in radial sizes to provide maximum stability and excellent handling on every kind of terrain even when a bike is fully loaded as well as the ideal balance between mileage and grip.

Hel’net is ideal for external helmet cleaning because it degreases, polishes (to reduce fine scratches) and shines. Hel’net makes your helmet and visor look like new, and leaves a waterrepellent film.

Bel-Ray® Friction Modified Thumper Racing 4T Engine Oil is formulated specifically for motorcycle applications using separate engines and transmissions. Friction modifiers reduce engine temperature, increase horsepower and extend engine life.

The oil is suitable for both liquid and air-cooled 4-stroke engines but is not for use in wet clutches. SAE Grades: 10W-30, 10W-40.

Pirelli Scorpion MX MidHard 554 from $97

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories The tread pattern on Pirelli’s Scorpion MX mid hard 554 tyre has been optimised to provide the best possible performance on bare or grass-covered mid-hard terrain like compact dirt and stones.

Nemeses Youth body armour

WFO Triangle Stand

$92

Distributor: Forbes & Davies

Distributor: Forbes & Davies

An essential piece of kit for all motocross riders, these sturdy, heavy-duty steel triangle axle stands can accommodate three axle sizes – 18mm, 14.5mm and 11mm. Practical, portable and easy to use. Grab one from your local dirt dealer today. ■

Super tough and multi-adjustable, with excellent fit and finish, Nemeses Youth Body Armour provides the ultimate protection for junior riders when they’re out trail riding or racing. Available in Black, Red or Blue.

$29

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Yamaha Mt Ruapehu Trail - 29 November to 02 December

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Yamaha Great Northern SAFARI - 11,12,13 January 2014

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TRIALS MAY - 18/19, Nelson Moto Trials Group, Nelson, SI Moto Trails Champs, both days at Wakefield, sign in 9am, briefing at 10.15, starts 10.30. Entry thro website on day, $75 seniors, juniors $60, minders $40. MNZ licence needed. All venues subject to change. Check out www.nmcc.co.nz or contact Craig.

- 19, Manawatu Orion Moto Trials Group Palmerston North, Bruce & Bai Cup at Telfords farm, starts 10.30, MNZ licence needed, entry on day $15 senior, $10 junior, check out www.momcc.co.nz or ph Kevin 3268666 - 19, Pioneer Moto-Trials Group Christchurch, at Banks Peninsula. Starts 10.30, no MNZ licence needed, entry on day $15, check out www.pioneertrials.co.nz or ph Derek 3544243 - 26, Classic Trail Group Christchurch, starts 10am, no MNZ licence required, check out www.custgp.com or ph Dick 3832800 - 29/3 June, Pioneer Moto-Trials Group, Christchurch, Kaikoura 6 day Moto-Trial, starts 10.30, no MNZ licence, enter on day, check out www.pioneertrials.co.nz.

JUNE - 1/3, Pioneer Moto-Trials Group Christchurch, Kaikoura 3 day Moto-Trail at Kaikoura, starts 10.30, no MNZ licence needed, check www. pioneertrails.co.nz or ph Paul - 9, Ixion Moto-Trials Group Wellington, venue tbc. Starts 10.30, enter on day, MNZ licence required, check www.Ixion.org.nz or ph Carl 9722540 - 9, Moto Trials Club champs Rd 3 at Arthur’s property, starts 10.30, entry on day $15 seniors, $5 junior, MNZ licence needed, check www.hamiltonmcc.org.nz or ph Robbie 8245051.

- 16, Tauranga Moto Trials Group, at Te Puke.

Starts 10.30, entry on day $15 senior, MNZ licence needed, check out www.taurangamcc.co.nz or ph Paul 5735365 - 16, Manawatu-Orion Moto-Trials group, Palmerston North, Rd 2, Club Champs, at Ashhurst. Starts 10.30. MNZ licence needed, entry on day $15 senior, $10 junior, check out www.momcc.co.nz or ph Kevin 3268666 - 22/23, NI Moto Trials Champs, Rd 7 & 8 at Taranaki. Starts 10am, MNZ licence required, closing date 3 April, check out www. taranakitrialsgroup.co.nz

CLUB SECRETARIES: If you want your event listed here FREE please fax the details to KR EVENTS, (09) 416-5308 or email admin@kiwirider.co.nz Always check with organiser for cancellations.

FINAL STANDINGS 2013 New Zealand

Motocross National Champs MX1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 MX2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

Cody Cooper Billy MacKenzie Todd Waters Daryl Hurley Justin McDonald Kirk Gibbs Nick Saunders Michael Phillips Damien King Jared Guthrie Jesse Donnelly Brad Groombridge James Ainsworth Mason Wilkie Campbell Bailey

Bike No 3 211 47 912 201 5 9 105 78 44 933 7 83 818 797

Scott Columb Brock Winston Rhys Carter Ethan Martens Peter Broxholme Darryll King John Phillips Ryan Marmont Kieran Scheele Micah McGoldrick Kieran Leigh Scott Canham Cameron Dillon Ryan Thompson Campbell King

2 W 3 6 4 1 100 M 917 146 9 331 555 71 16

Suzuki Yamaha KTM Suzuki Honda KTM Kawasaki Honda Honda Kawasaki Kawasaki Honda Honda Yamaha Yamaha Yamaha KTM Suzuki Yamaha Honda Yamaha Honda Honda Honda Kawasaki Kawakaki Honda Honda Honda

Points 289 241 235 182 174 158 136 131 127 124 122 107 89 66 66 233 217 215 195 181 175 132 125 121 114 93 82 77 90 77

MotoGP World Championship Points after 2 of 18 rounds 1 Marc Marquez Repsol Honda 1 Jorge Lorenzo Yamaha 3 Dani Pedrosa Repsol Honda 4 Valentino Rossi Yamaha 5 Cal Crutchlow Monster Yamaha 6 Alvaro Bautista Honda 7 Andrea Dovizioso Ducati 8 Nicky Hayden Ducati 9 Andrez Iannone Ducati 10 Stefan Bradl LCR Honda Superbike World Championship after 2 of 15 rounds 1 Sylvian Guintoli Aprilia 2 Chaz Davies BMW 2 Eugene Laverty Aprilia 2 Tom Sykes Kawasaki 5 Jonathan Rea Honda 6 Loris Baz Kawasaki 6 Michel Fabrizio Aprilia 8 Marco Melandri BMW 9 Jules Cluzel Suzuki 10 David Guigliano Aprilia

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