KIWI RIDER MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2016

VICTORY OCTANE

CRUISING JUST GOT A LOT MORE FUN

YAMAHA XSR900

HERITAGE WITH A HARD EDGE

MOTORCYCLE MAGAZINE NOVEMBER 2016

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WR250F IN THE HIGH COUNTRY • KIWIS AT MX OF NATIONS CLASSIC BRITISH TRIPLES • DREAM BIKE: TRICK YZ450F BIKES V CARS: ONLY ONE WINNER...

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SLOAN FROST 2016 NZ Superbike Champion

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THE ULTIMATE SUPER SPORT TYRE FOR ROAD USE

ARE YOU READY FOR THE NEXT LEVEL?

Racetrack performance and the best road holding feeling Profiles and structures set the new for a road tyre benchmark of the segment ensuring high support while leaning and fast stand up while accelerating out of the corner Pirelli patented EPT matched with Bi-Compound on rear optimize the contact patch for the best grip on road and on racetrack Aggressive Rosso style tread design

Bi-Compound rear tyre combining long lasting mileage with excellent grip Pirelli Enhanced Patch Technology (EPT) optimising the contact patch for improved grip Functional Groove Design (FGD) to optimise wet (R) Range is specifically designed for low behaviour displacement bikes

Pirelli technology from World Superbike Championship Unprecedented handling for a new generation of sporty behaviour Bi-compound with wide side soft stripe offering full grip starting from mild lean angle

DANIEL METTAM 2016 NZ Supersport Champion Photo credit: Phil Playford

THE MOST LASTING SPORT TOURING TYRE: 100% ITALIAN GRAN TURISMO

ENJOY RIDING EVERY DAY

CITY AND LONGER DISTANCE SPORTY RIDING

The ideal tyre for travellers using the bike for long road trips, with side bags and passenger, looking for safety on wet, stability and mileage The evolution of the Angel ST, stretching the concept of Sport Touring into Gran Turismo, bringing the sporty attitude to a wider range of usage conditions and for longer distances The new reference for mileage in Sport Touring tyres Excellency in wet performance and grip Performance consistency until the end of tyre’s life Bi-Compound

Conventional tyre for sporty use of small and medium displacement bikes in all weather conditions Dry and wet grip performance, keeping mileage level thanks to the special compounds

Conventional sporty tyre for medium powered sport-touring bikes Lighter and precise handling and stable behaviour in all riding conditions given by the multiple radius rear tyre contour Optimised mechanical dry and wet grip without compromising mileage

Available in GT Version

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THE MOST VERSATILE SPORT TYRE FOR ROAD AND TRACK USE

THE CUSTOM CRUISING TYRE WITH THE PIRELLI SPORTY FEELING

COVER THE DISTANCE, OWN THE ROAD

Constructed to fit both V-Twin and metric cruiser bikes.

Dedicated to those riders looking for products with improved grip, stability and handling also in wet conditions.

Meets the increased engine sizes, torque / horsepower needs of today’s V-twins Crafted for predictable feel and feedback, mixed with a compound for high mileage and extreme grip at full lean and full throttle

Conventional sporty tyre for medium powered sport-touring bikes Lighter and precise handling and stable behaviour in all riding conditions given by the multiple radius rear tyre contour Optimised mechanical dry and wet grip without compromising mileage

BAILIE PERRITON 2016 NZ 650 Pro Twin Champion CARVE THROUGH THE CITY

Photo credit: Terry Stevenson

Tread pattern design to ensure very good mileage and even wear Front tyre with central groove for good straight stability and good wet performance to assure confident riding under all conditions Stiff carcass for high durability and wide range of usage on small displacement bikes

NEW ZEALAND’S BIGGEST SELLING MOTORCYCLE TYRE

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TIM GAJSER 2016 World MXGP Champion

MOTOCROSS

JEFFREY HERLINGS 2016 World MX2 Champion

CHOICE OF CHAMPIONS FOR EXTREME USE ON MUD AND SAND OF RACING GROUNDS

CHOICE OF CHAMPIONS, BEST ON MUDDY TERRAIN

Increased heating resistance in race conditions and reduced weight without compromising on stability and cornering behaviour given by the special polyester carcass V-Shaped knobs to improve braking stability and cornering side-grip High performance consistency mainly in severe racing condition The world-class competition tyre with 62 MX World Championship titles

Improved materials for resistance to tearing, cuts, abrasion and wear Balanced construction for the right compromise between strength to endure fatigue and softness when surmounting obstacles More space within the pitches guarantees self-cleaning properties even on muddy soil V-Shaped knobs gives stability in traction and braking

OPTIMAL CHOICE FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PURPOSES ON ALL TERRAIN

DEDICATED TO MINICROSS RIDERS AND RELATED TRAINING PURPOSES

CHOICE OF CHAMPIONS FOR THE BEST PERFORMANCES ON MID-HARD TERRAIN Optimal resilience for a consistency of performance Dedicated compound for outstanding grip in in time lateral sliding control Special knobs links layout for tear resistance

MOTOCROSS

Excellent traction and self-cleaning properties to push from the start Constant performances in long lasting racing conditions on soft terrains thanks to Paddle knobs layout with special polyester carcass bridged rear tread to offer the maximum traction and power transmission on deep mud and sand even on the starting line

THE WINNING TYRE OF MX WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

CHOICE OF CHAMPIONS, UNBEATABLE ON HARD AND ROCKY TERRAIN Excellent damping performance, optimised stability and better puncture-resistance on hard terrains provided by the special stiff carcass with pet textile cord Increased knob working edges on the front combined with increased knob surface on the rear to offer maximum traction Reduced wear for constant performance till the end of the race

Grip and traction on a wide range of terrain (from mid soft to mid hard) Perfect application for training Optimal compromise between performance and durability

Traction and grip in changing conditions terrain High durability with consistency of performance Perfect application for training

MOTOCROSS

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WINNING TYRE FOR EXTREME USE IN MID SOFT CONDITIONS High Module Low Shrinkage polyester carcass for regular and large footprint area to maximize traction and braking Optimised steering precision and traction provided by the small hard knobs on the front Racing compound for a high performance level for the entire race, regardless of conditions

ULTIMATE TYRE FOR MEDIUM TO HARD TERRAIN High stability, cornering precision and good puncture resistance thanks to carcass stiffness Long lasting offroad performance and knob tearing resistance provided by special off - road compound Knobs layout optimised to increase the number of knobs on contact area and the quantity of working edges for maximum grip and traction Heavy duty and DOT homologated

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HAMISH HARWOOD 2016 NZ MX2 Champion

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Pleasure without compromise › Grip and handling › Maximum grip on wet roads › Lasts 20% longer compared to Michelin Pilot Power 2CT∗

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› Better handling∗ › Grip, grip, and more grip › Track performance

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MICHELIN Pilot Power An affordable choice For your sport bike

MICHELIN Pilot Road 4

Derived directly from Michelin’s sport touring Radial tyre ranges >Excellent grip in wet conditions › Its radial construction ensures highly comfortable ride and reassuring handling performance.

The radial construction also promotes long tyre life

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Grip, durability and design for classic, middleweight and neo-retro bikes › A large range of sizes for major brands like Royal Enfield, Moto Guzzi › Good tread life, handling and grip whatever the weather › A classic design that adds the final touch to your bike

* Test conducted by Texas Test Fleet in 2011 on public roads

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MICHELIN Anakee III

MICHELIN Anakee Wild

Rediscover the pleasure of riding your sport bike For longer Excellent handling and optimal performance where riding solo or 2-up › Outstanding tyre life for the trail segment › A unique look › Chosen by BMW to equip the BMW R 1200 GS, R 1200 GS Adventure, F700 GS and F800 GS

The MICHELIN tyre developed exclusively for the Harley-Davidson Fat Bob

MICHELIN Pilot Activ

Life expectancy of the rear tyre is up to 40,000km∗ › Excellent handling and feedback › Grip on both wet and dry surfaces › Original equipment on the Yamaha XV950 Racer

ROAD SELECTION 2016

MICHELIN Scorcher 32

The range was recently approved for the HarleyDavidson Electra Glide, Road Glide, and Street Glide.

It is also fitted as original equipment for almost all the Harley-Davidson Sportster and Dyna models

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The MICHELIN radial tyre developed exclusively for the Harley-Davidson V-Rod , Sportster , Fat Boy and all the Street models

90% road 10% off-road

Except on snow and ice and other extreme conditions

MICHELIN Pilot Street Radial

MICHELIN Scorcher 11

Michelin’s solution for all types of cruisers

› All the advantages of the Michelin Pilot Road 4 tyre › Enhanced stability for GT bikes › Equips and is approved for 2014 BMW R 1200 RT

Except on snow and ice and other extreme conditions ** In-house tests carried out in 2013

The original dual compound Sport touring tyre

MICHELIN Commander II

Feel more secure, whatever the road conditions*

› Lasts up to 20% longer than the Michelin Pilot Road 3 tyre∗∗ › Outstanding grip even in difficult Conditions∗

MICHELIN Pilot Road 2 >Excellent longevity, grip and handling › Softer rubber compound on the tyre shoulders for superb grip while cornering › Harder rubber compound in the centre of the tyre to maximse tyre life

MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 GT

Feel more secure whatever the road conditions*

From the moment it was launched, Michelin Pilot Power’s performance credentials and technologies derived from the world of racing, revolutionised the Sport tyre market

THE SCORCHER A Michelin tyre for Harley-Davidson®

* According internal tests organised in 2012 in Ladoux Technological Center

As compared to the previous range according to internal tests

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MICHELIN Power SuperSport Evo

Get off the beaten track!

50% road 50% off-road

Stability and comfort on the road thanks to Radial technology available for the first time on a knobbly tyre › Excellent longevity › On/off traction, handling, and precise steering thanks to an innovative tread pattern › Resistance to damage and high temperatures thanks to optimised tread depth and a specialised compound

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DESIGNED TO GIVE THE ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE: • Lighter than the previous range for easier and quicker handling.

• More flexible casing than the previous range.

• Improved traction in a straight line.

• Better grip, at higher lean angles in corners. › AN OFFER ADAPTED TO EACH TYPE OF TERRAIN, BIKE AND USE. › LARGER SIZE RANGE for a wider scope of usage including new size designed for cross-country. › Tested and approved by pros.

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For leisure/competition use on muddy and grassy ground THE muddy/grassy terrain tyre choice for Michelin’s 2014 MX1 and MX2 sponsored riders 25% extra tyre life over the MICHELIN S12 thanks to its new high-resistance compound. Superior traction and grip on greasy cross-slopes thanks to its tall 18mm tread blocks and Maximised Contact Patch casing.

Designed for adventure off-road use ROAD LEGAL

In brief

Excellent handling in tight conditions Excellent stability at high speeds

Bib Mousse Paired with a MICHELIN Bib Mousse, it’s the perfect solution for Rally Raid use. exceptional performance Chosen by KTM RALLY Factory Team, winner of the 2015 Dakar Rally, for its exceptional performance no matter what terrain, temperature, motorcycle displacement or weight of the machine.

32 victories since 1983!

DIRT SELECTION 2016

ROAD LEGAL

For leisure/competition use on mixed/hard-packed ground In brief

Lasting performance and outstanding value for money.

Homologated for road use, but is not designed for prolonged use in a single journey.

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YAMAHA XSR900

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First there were only three riders who could win. Now every bugger seems in with a chance of taking the top step!

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Based around the MT-09 triple-cylinder engine, the ‘heritage-sports’ XSR is a complete hoot of a machine.

Victory has something special on its hands with the ‘really quite sporty’ 1200 Octane V-twin cruiser.

BMW S1000XR

Mixing a 170hp supersport engine with a sports-adventure chassis, BMW’s new bike is definitely X-Rated.

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BONNEVILLE SPEED TRIALS

Ever been fast enough that your helmet chokes you and gives you black eyes?

No, neither have we. This Kiwi has...

KTM 250EXC & 300XC

KTM has been putting a lot of development into the ‘dead’ two-stroke classes. We reckon the new balancershaft engines are game-changers.

TRICKED-UP YZ450F

Ever thought about getting some bling for your dirt bike? Us too. This rather bling 2016 YZ450F shows just what can be done with a bit of thought.

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YAMAHA WR250F

John Nick took in the high passes of the South Island on Yamaha’s WR250F, which can be road-registered. Nice.

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H EDITOR Ben Wilkins

Contributions: Kiwi Rider welcomes editorial contributions from its readers.

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ELLO... and welcome to the November issue of Kiwi Rider.

Ever seen the ‘World’s Fastest Indian’?

Thought so. Kiwis are synonymous with the speed trials held most years on the expansive salt flats of Bonneville in the USA. It takes a lot of guts, serious grit and a very level head to ride absolutely flat out on the salt. Walter RandsTrevor has all three of these attributes and has raced there twice, learning more with every experience. Turn to page 50 for Walter’s story of speed, trials and tribulations including being almost strangled by his helmet strap at a gnat’s chuff under 300km/h.

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many a moment daydreaming about fitting trick bits to your bike to make it faster, lighter or a bit more trick. Turn to page 84 for the most nicely blinged-up YZ450F we’ve ever seen. The mods don’t just make it look better, it goes better too.

Cruisers aren’t generally renowned for their handling prowess and visceral motors ‘cruising’ doesn’t need either of those attributes.

However, Victory’s new 1200 Octane offers both, so the choice is yours - cruise or rip it up.

Turn to page 32 for more.

Have you dusted your bikes off and been out riding yet? Spring is officially here, so get out there and show us what you get up to - send your pics to admin@kiwirider.co.nz and we’ll feature them. Enjoy the mag. BEN WILKINS

FRONT END 9  NEWS

Hyosung Cup; McIntosh podiums at Goodwood; Shorai Post Classic Challenge; Triumph poem.

ROOST ZONE 63  NEWS

Vinduro dates announded; Dates set for NZ MX champs; Dougie Lampkin wheelies the whole IOM TT circuit.

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Everything you need to keep you and

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DIRT PRODUCTS

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Essential services and products for you and your bike.

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 RACE RESULTS

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 ROGER MORONEY

Stuff we’ve used, abused and rated.

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KIWI RIDER

NEXT ISSUE OF KIWI RIDER MAGAZINE GOES ON SALE MONDAY 14 NOVEMBER

With summer just around the corner, now is the time to make life a ride by trading in your old bike for a New BMW Motorcycle.

For a limited time, BMW Motorrad is offering the following trade in contributions towards selected models.

R 1200 R RRP $26,490 Trade in Contribution

$2,500

R 1200 RS RRP $28,490 Trade in Contribution

$2,500

S 1000 XR RRP $29,990 Trade in Contribution

$3,500

S 1000 R RRP $24,990 Trade in Contribution

$2,000

Trade in contribution’s are offered on the following models only, R 1200 R, R 1200 RS, S 1000XR, S1000R and is strictly while stocks last.

This promotional offer excludes models fitted with optional extras. Trade-in contributions are redeemed through authorised BMW Motorrad Dealers.

Visit your nearest dealer today.

Cyclespot Euro Takapuna Auckland 09 486 1136

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Boyd Motorcycles Hamilton 07 838 1209

Mount Motorcycles Mount Maunganui 07 575 4190

Motomart Wellington 04 589 5106

Avon City Motorcycles Christchurch 03 341 3490

Shorai Post Classic International Challenge

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he Labour weekend (October 22-23) Shorai International Classic Challenge promises to again be a great spectacle. The usual troupe of Australians are heading over to try to exact revenge after the Kiwi’s grabbed the Barry Sheene Challenge Cup in Sydney.

Now in its fifth year at Hampton Downs, the event will feature a tribute to the original ‘Flying Doctor’ Dr Rodger Freeth (PhD), who has been 14 times national champion, two time Bathurst winner, New Zealand land speed record holder, and car- and co- driving champion. Along with the McIntosh synonymous with his success there will be a range of his other machines on display.

On track look out for more cutting action from the legendary machines of yesteryear. The latest class to get a run for pre-1995 motorcycles.

There will be a range of stands to keep you entertained between races including the wheelie machine that debuted at the Bike Show this year. Admission is $15 per day for adults or $25 for the weekend at the gate. This is the year’s premier post classic meeting, you really shouldn’t miss it. See www.nzpostclassics.org.nz for more info.

The 2016 Shorai PCIC meeting has a tribute to Dr Rodger Freeth, seen here with John Woodley and his Suzuki RG500 Mk6

Barrys Point Road update

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e bring you news that Harley Davidson is due to open its new store late this month. The store on Barrys Point road has been getting prepared for a number of weeks now and the team hopes to have the doors open by the end of October.

The store is located on the eastern side of the road at number 64.

Although Spectrum Motorcycles officially moved in with Hyosung in May, we’ve only just managed to get Ken Dobson (left) out the front of the store with it’s new shop sign shaking hands with Spectrum’s original owner Brent Martin. The New Spectrum Motorcycles is at 73 Barrys Point Road, and sells and services Kawasaki, Gas Gas, and Hyosung Motorcycles.

The new owner of Spectrum Motorcycles Ken Dobson, shakes hands with the shop’s previous owner and founder Brent Martin

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ViĂąales won in style at the Silverstone GP

Photo suzuki-racing.com

but Marquez still prevails…

Words: Michael Esdaile

2016 has set a record for the biggest number of different race winners in the 67 year history of the premier class.

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ith 13 races of the 18 race season run, eight riders have won races but through it all Repsol Honda’s Marc Marquez has maintained his championship lead and at round 14 on September 24, he won his fourth race of the season, at Aragon in northern Spain. It was his first win since he took the chequered flag at Germany’s Sachsenring on July 17.

The Spanish bull of the 2015 season has been carefully controlled in 2016 – steadily going about collecting points in his bid for his third MotoGP world crown rather than laying everything on the line. The win-it-orbin-it mentality has been pushed deep into the background, replaced by a calmer, more calculated approach. Until lap 13 of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on September 4 that is. Then the raging Spanish bull made a re-appearance, Marquez duffing up Movistar Yamaha’s Valentino Rossi in a bid to extend his lead in the championship.

Viñales!

With fellow Spaniard Maverick Viñales (Suzuki Ecstar GSXRR) long gone in the lead at Silverstone, Marquez looked initially content to settle for second, in the knowledge his closest rivals in the championship were behind him.

Viñales was of no concern. Neither was Jorge Lorenzo, languishing in eighth place with a vibrating rear tyre, the result of going harder on his suspension settings. Marquez had tyre issues of his own, perhaps another reason he had given up trying to keep up with Viñales. He led the jostling group going for second place for four laps before Rossi out-accelerated him.

Even then Marquez remained calm, content to do everything to preserve his tyres – he had gone for a soft compound front when a hard turned out to be the best choice.

Rossi held second for seven laps before Andrea Iannone (Ducati) took the runner-up

spot. By then Cal Crutchlow (LCR Honda) had passed Marquez, who had slipped to fifth.

Iannone’s run at the head of the chasing pack didn’t last a lap before he crashed, leaving Crutchlow second, Rossi third and Marquez fourth. It was at that point the wild animal that lives within Marquez came out. In a lap and a half of no holds barred corner-to-corner action, that was a replay of Sepang 2015, he and Rossi went at it as if the championship was on the line, not merely the three championship points separating third from fourth. At one point Marquez ran off the track, but re-joined behind Rossi, and went back at it.

Despite an unruly Honda, Marquez stuck to his task, eventually overcoming Rossi and establishing a small gap. With only Crutchlow and Viñales ahead of him, neither of whom was a championship threat, it seemed Marquez was then prepared to settle for third, and put another three points on Rossi. But when Crutchlow’s Honda momentarily lost rear traction, it was enough to amp up the animal in Marquez, and he attacked. With Crutchlow laying a distant tenth in the title chase, Marquez could have let him go. All season long that had been his modus operandi. But not at Silverstone. Beating Crutchlow with Rossi fourth would have put seven points on the Yamaha man, extending Marquez’s championship lead to 60 points.

So he threw caution to the wind, and went after Crutchlow. With a lap to go he attempted an out-braking manoeuvre at the end of Hangar Straight but got it wrong, hitting Crutchlow in the leg with the wing on the front of the Repsol Honda. Somehow the Englishman retained control but Marquez ran wide and off the track, letting Rossi and Dani Pedrosa through.

Marquez wasn’t done. Despite a Honda that was wobbling and bobbling, he got past his team-mate, to finish fourth, behind Rossi.

After all that action, including running off the track twice, instead of extending his lead, Marquez lost three points to Rossi at Silverstone, and headed for round 13 at Misano 50 points in front of the Italian, and 64 points KIWI RIDER

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FULL-FIGURED HELMET FOR DOLLAR-CONSCIOUS FOLK HJC’s CS15 lightweight advanced polycarbonate composite helmet for dollar-conscious buyers includes features usually found in pricier helmets, like forehead chimney, chin and rear exhaust vents. The optically-superior UV-protective face shield boasts the RapidFire Shield Replacement System, and there’s a moisture-wicking internal liner and removable, washable crown and cheek pads.

Distributor: Darbi Accessories Size: XS (53-54cm) 2XL (63-64cm), three graphics and three solids – white, black and matte black Price: $159 (Solid), $179 (Graphic) Info: motorcyclegearnz.com

GIVI’S MULTI-WAY SADDLEBAG The new Givi Metro range of soft luggage includes a stylish 30-litre saddle bag which comes with extractable shoulder straps, so you can convert it into a multi-function backpack, as well as attaching the MT503 roll bag for a bit of extra storage.

Distributor: Eurobike Wholesale Price: $269 Info: eurobike.co.nz

SPANISH FLY’S GOT NOTHING ON THIS LUMA LOCK You won’t forget your bike’s locked with this Spanish Luma Enduro 901 disc lock, as it’s bright blue. Part of the Luma range of motorcycle anti-theft devices, it has an anti-drill security lock with seven pins, an anti-moisture cover with automatic opening, a 10mm special steel pin, and anti-corrosion paint.

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Price: $89 Info: forbesanddavies.co.nz

TRACK-INSPIRED JACKET IS DA BOMB The RST Pro-Series CPX-C leather jacket was inspired by the company’s one-piece suit and gets the same race profile and armour. Built of triple- and double-stitched full-grain cowhide and with back, shoulder and elbow armour, it also gets vented panels, a removable gilet, and shoulder sliders to dissipate and redirect impact forces.

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Size style: XS/38 – 2XL/48, black/white, black Price: $699.95 Info: nwa.co.nz

GET YOUR TALK ON WITH INTERPHONE The Interphone Tour is a Cellularline intercom which can link up to four motorcyclists over a maximum distance of 1.5km. Compatible with

Bluetooth-equipped smartphones, it lets you receive and place calls, listen to music and follow navigation instructions. It’s waterproof, compatible with all types of helmet and equipped with a quick-charge 20-hour battery.

Distributor: Northern Accessories Price: Single $499, Pair $849 Info: northern.co.nz

YAMAHA AND VR46 WATCHES BY TW STEEL TW Steel sponsors Movistar Yamaha Moto GP and to complement the VR46 range there’s a collection of Yamaha big-face watches, up to 48mm. The base VR46 consists of five colours, in 40mm and 45mm designs; the Yamaha range covers six colours, in two 40mm and six 45mm designs; and high-end TW Steel VR46 and Yamaha Chronographs are also available.

Distributor: Yamaha NZ or your local dealer Price: Base VR46 $99, Yamaha range $99, TW Steel VR46 and Yamaha Chronographs $599 to $899 Info: yshop.yamaha-motor.co.nz/

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STUNT EVO REPLICA LIFTS ITS GAME The Five Stunt glove has evolved into the Stunt Evo, with a new design and brand-new knuckle protection shells, plus new carbon-fibre palm protection. There’s a leather palm plus a fabric topside and the promise of a secure snug fit and outstanding comfort, as well as a pull-tab for easy putting on and removal.

Distributor: Darbi Accessories Size style: S-3XL, available in Black, Camo, UK and new for 2017 the Italia.

Price: $139 Info: motorcyclegearnz.com

THE LUBE FOR FAST FREAKS Kawasaki’s Performance Synthetic Chain Lube uses an advanced race-proven formula designed for both on and off-road applications to deliver the ultimate protection for your drive system from rust, corrosion, and premature wear. The super-tacky formula resists ‘fling-off’ and is safe for both O- and non O-ring chains.

Distributor: Kawasaki NZ Size: 395g Price: $24.50 Info: Available from Kawasaki dealer network

RUBBER-SOLED LADIES The new Apex Lily ladies touring boots feature a Lorica outer in satin finish, stretch panels on the boot front and calf, a waterproof and breathable membrane, shin and ankle reinforcements with double stitching in high-stress areas, a non-slip ultra-light rubber sole, and zipper and Velcro closure.

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Size style: Euro sizes 37 to 42 Price: $219 Info: forbesanddavies.co.nz

ARAI CRUTCHLOW PUSHES THE BOUNDARIES Arai’s Vector 2 Crutchlow adds a slew of new design features, from the fully removable liner, to a new chin vent, added reinforcement and an even wider eyeport for an extremely wide peripheral view. Best yet, this is the first model to incorporate 5mm peel-away temple pads to custom-fit to your head shape.

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GIVI MULTI-USE ROLL BAG GOES THE EXTRA MILE

This four-litre roll/fork bag is from the new Metro range of soft luggage. It has a roll top closure with sealed seams to guarantee complete water resistance, a separate compartment for small tools, and the ability to attach to the MT502 saddle bag.

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BIG LIZARDS RULE WITH PIRELLI’S NIGHT DRAGON The brand-new Pirelli Night Dragon GT promises class-leading performance, now for more miles.

Pirellis says it’ll last 20 per cent longer than the standard Night Dragon thanks to its Full Carbon Black compound, and a stiffer carcass thanks to structure stiffening and high belt tension.

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The latest home for Yamaha’s brawny 900 triple is possibly the best one yet.

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ast month we tested the all new, and rather cool, Yamaha XSR 700 LAMs machine and came away more than a little impressed. This month we step things up a bit with the XSR 900, which is even more impressive and something of a wolf in sheep’s clothing.

Our blue-tanked 900, while still looking retro cool, definitely embraces Yamaha’s Faster Sons philosophy, almost looked a little dowdy when compared to the startling performance and exuberant excitement this baby delivers when the throttle twisted.

The XSR 900 engine architecture is more or less the same as that of the

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Words: Jock McLauchlan / Photos: Geoff Osborne

High Octane

With 103hp to push it along, Victory’s new 1200 Octane is a sparkling performer.

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n the past it’s fair to say I have been somewhat underwhelmed by most North American motorcycles. In particular, they’re not noted for their dynamic performance.

In fairness to them though, they tend to make cruisers and I’m not really a cruiser kind of guy. However, that’s not to say I dislike cruisers, in fact I have enjoyed a few cruisers in the past; the terrific Kawasaki Vulcan 900 is one that springs straight to mind, among others. Well, I have to now add the new Victory Octane 1200 to that list. It’s

undeniably a looker, is well made and, here’s the best bit, goes very well. It even handles pretty darn well... I might have to change my thinking.

The all-new Octane model has a 1200 60-degree V-twin engine, which is actually 1177cc and features liquid cooling, double overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. It is fuelled by sequential injection through a single 60mm throttle body, which helps it produce 103hp at 8000rpm and 76lbft of torque at 6000rpm or 76.8kW and 103Nm respectively in new money.

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Shoe-horn an S1000RR motor into a sports-adventure chassis and the resulting mix is the S1000XR – and a whole heap of fun.

Words: Jock McLauchlan / Photos: Geoff Osborne

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hat do you do if you are BMW, have one of the world’s most phenomenal superbike engines at your disposal and want to go hunting large capacity, tarmacbased adventure bikes, such as the Ducati Multistrada and Kawasaki Versys – both of which are excellent, versatile bikes. Well folks, obviously you build a your own version, shoe-horning an S1000RR sportsbike motor in there, adorning it with as many creature comforts and gadgets as possible – then call it the S1000’XR’.

To be honest, the concept sounded like a complete hoot to us, so when we got our grubby mitts on a fresh-out-of-

the-box XR we were more than a little excited. After throwing down some running-in kilometres we did quick pitstop at BMW NZ to have the running-in engine mapping changed and we were ready for business.

First up the XR is a big and tall machine. In fact, I would go as far as to say it’s almost unnecessarily so when compared to its engine donor, the S1000RR superbike. Short or smaller riders will most likely be daunted by the sheer size of it. However, while the seat is not height adjustable (there are other seat options), a lowering kit is available from BMW (a $700 option). Though it’s huge – did I mention that? – I do think it’s handsome, in a BMW kind of way with bright asymmetric headlights (which seems to have become a BMW trait on its machines). The XR has a

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Words & photos: Walter Rands-Trevor

Most readers will know the story of The World’s Fastest Indian.

Walter Rands-Trevor made the pilgrimage to Bonneville to have a go for himself.

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first got the bug to go to the Bonneville salt flats because my in-laws have raced a car there since sometime way back in the 80s. Being a motorcyclist, I thought that if I was going to go, I was going to take a bike and actually ride on the salt myself rather than be a spectator. And in 2012 that’s exactly what I did. I bought a 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R and did a few mods to it (reground cams, tidied cylinder head, high compression pistons, balanced crank, Kawasaki race kit ECU, K&N race air filter, full Akrapovic exhaust and Wideband Power Commander datalogger), after all, if you are going all that way you might as well try to go as fast as you can!

The experience of being on the salt flats at Bonneville is amazing. The film ‘The World’s Fastest Indian’ does a great job of showcasing the salt flats but actually

being there is something else again.

It’s incredibly vast, perfectly flat, and blindingly white. The actual racing itself takes place on three or four arrow straight courses that can be up to 9 miles (14km) long and the objective, obviously, is just to go as fast as you can. You are only racing the clock, as you go down the course you are timed through mile long segments and your average speed for each full mile is what counts. Every vehicle fits within a specific class, and you just try to beat the record for that class. Simple, right?

On that first trip in 2012 I really didn’t know what I was letting myself in for and, while the bike was quick, I just couldn’t get the available power down to the salt.

The surface of the salt feels solid under foot, but it’s actually quite easy to scuff the top layer off, so the courses soon collect a fine layer of loose salt on top of them. This loose salt is almost impossible

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CHAMPIONSHIP STRONG After clinching the 2016 AMA Motorcross Championship a week early at Budd’s Creek, RCH Suzuki’s Ken Roczen powered to an incredible 1-1, first overall at the season-ending ironman MX National aboard the champion RM-Z450. A fitting end to one of the most dominant motocross seasons ever, that included 19 moto victories and 9 overall round wins.

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Vinduro dates for 2016/17

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iders and lovers of vintage enduro machines rejoice! The Vinduro contingent is growing season upon season as older riders remember how much fun vintage enduro bikes can be to thrash around a wood or paddock, and young riders find it out for the first time. Dates for the 2016/17 season have been released and are listed below. Why not drag your old bike out of the shed/hedge/paddock and give it a go this coming season? Visit www.vinduronz.com to find out more and have a hoot with like-minded lunatics.

November 6, 2016 Vintage North, Whangaruru, Northland December 11, 2016 Virgin Swamps, Riverhead, Auckland March 5, 2017 Maramarua Classic, Maramarua, North Waikato April 7, 2017 A new event yet to be announced May 7, 2017 Kinleith Classic, Tokoroa, South Waikato

Dates set for NZ MX champs

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t’s time to get out your calendars and scribble in a few special dates and places. The schedule for the 2017 New Zealand Motocross Championships have now been set in concrete, with four contrasting types of terrain set to test the country’s elite dirt bike racers throughout February and March.

The four-round series will kick off near Timaru on February 5, with rounds to follow in Rotorua (February 19) and the Manawatu (March 12), with the final round in Taupo (March 25).

“We are thrilled to be able to finally get this sorted,” said Motorcycling NZ motocross commissioner Howard Lilly, from Karaka. “It has been a hard job to get the dates worked out,” he said.

“We are now looking ahead to a brilliant season. We are thrilled with the four clubs and the venues they are providing.”

Timaru’s track at Pleasant Point has been venue for the opening round for several seasons now, the course there an interesting mix of man-made jumps, hard-pack soil and tricky off-cambers.

Rotorua’s venue, on steep farmland

Words and photo: Andy McGechan, www.BikesportNZ.com

Fast and furious action like this is just around the corner when the 2017 New Zealand Motocross Championships kick off near Timaru on February 5 about 25 kilometres from the city, heading towards Atiamuri, has also been a regular on the nationals calendar, the spectacular course there a favourite with spectators for the viewing that it offers.

The Flipp’s Motorcycle Park near Himatangi has been granted the third round of the series following the

Manawatu-Orion Motorcycle Club’s successful first time hosting of the event last season. Lilly said this was reward for and vindication of the way the Manawatu club had presented the venue last year, the sand-based track proving to be incredibly popular with riders and spectators alike. He remarked KIWI RIDER

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SOLID RESULT FROM TEAM NEW ZEALAND IN ITALY Story: Andy McGechan/bikesportnz.com

Cody Cooper (22) finished 10th in MXGP race one

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mix of youth and experience earned Team New Zealand a top-20 result at the 70th annual Motocross of Nations in Italy.

Veteran Motocross of Nations (MXoN) team rider Cody Cooper led by example at the big annual event, often referred to as the Olympic Games of Motocross, at Maggiora, northwest of Milan, on September 24-25.

The Mount Maunganui man took his Honda CRF450 to finish 10th and 28th in his two MXGP class outings, the 32-yearold proved himself the equal of many of the current crop of motocross GP stars and was perhaps an inspiration to his younger team-mates, Hamilton’s Josiah Natzke and Takaka’s Hamish Harwood.

Natzke showed maturity and strength beyond his 17 years to finish a remarkable sixth overall in MX2 (250cc) class qualifying and then 37th and 34th in his two points races for the team. The MX2 class riders were always at a horsepower disadvantage against the 450cc bike riders.

Riding a 450cc KTM, 21-year-old Harwood was the team’s Open Class rider.

He finished 38th and then 31st in his two races, the task made all the more difficult after he crashed during his qualifying race on Saturday and rode in considerable pain on Sunday.

The team’s combined results earned them a ranking of 17th overall among the 38 nations entered, the Kiwi trio finishing just one point shy of 16th. Team manager Bevan Weal, from Taupo, said he was “extremely proud” of his riders.

“Cody (Cooper) was like a rock, with a very solid performance coming from the

Hamish Harwood

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The Prodigy is a stepping stone for nearly-adults or smaller women. Close body contact helps spread impact forces, while the light 590g weight ensures comfort.

Distributor: Darbi Accessories Size style: One size 74-84cm (chest circumference), Oreo, Brush, Abyss Price: $399 Info: motorcyclegearnz.com

KTM GETS THROTTLE HAPPY This new Domino KRK throttle control is suitable for all KTM and Husqvarna 4T cross/enduro bikes built from 2004 to 2015, and can be fitted to the original cables. It’s supplied with three interchangeable speed-adjustment rings: the grey ring for normal – Ø 38 – quickness 3.0º/mm; orange, medium – Ø 42 – quickness 2.7º/mm, and black, rapid – Ø 44 – quickness 2.6º/mm.

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PLANET-FRIENDLY GRIME-BUSTER This classic pink motorcycle cleaner’s state-of-the-art Nano Tech formula means Muc-Off rapidly cuts through grime, regardless of weather or riding conditions, while caring for your bike’s delicate finish, and all without using dangerous acids or chemicals. It’s even biodegradable, and safe on all surfaces – including brake rotors and pads.

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18-INCHERS FOR DUNLOP GEOMAX Trail and enduro riders who love Dunlop’s MX3S will be rapt to hear it’s now available in new 18-in rears. These hoops cover soft-to medium terrain, and deliver progressive cornering action, enhanced handling and knob durability, superior bump absorption, and optimised grip and steering feel.

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Size: Now 18-inchers for rears Price: From $64 Info: forbesanddavies.co.nz

O’NEAL GETS A GRIP ON BARGAINS These O’Neal dual-compound grips are possibly the most affordable dual-compound grips on the market. They sport a firm base

for durability, with medium-grip compound for comfort. This price is a stunner for top quality, long-wearing grips — which makes them a bargain.

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IPONE’S EPIC FILTER CLEAN Motocross, trials or enduro aces needing a high-performance filter cleaner need look no further than Ipone’s Air Filter Clean. Unlike petrol, it degreases without deforming the filter. Five litres delivers 30 cleans, and the container uses a safety lid to keep curious kids safe.

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Size: Five litres Price: $89.90 Info: nwa.co.nz

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ATLAS DEFENDERS YOUR KIDS Atlas doesn’t want to see kids miss out, so created the lightweight, waterproof Defender chest protector to integrate with junior Atlas neck braces. The front and rear panels adjust for size and fit, while interchangeable parts and straps allow use with or without a neck brace, over or under a jersey, and full or front only.

Distributor: Darbi Accessories Price: $199.50 Info: motorcyclegearnz.com

KEEP YOUR HEAD ON TRACK WITH MOTOPRO 4 FFM’s new Motopro 4 is the Kiwi-owned brand’s mid-price MX helmet, and the latest evolution of the popular Motopro off-road series.

The great-fitting, great-looking helmet with price-defying specs features Multi Poly Tech shell construction, intake and exhaust vents, a removable and washable lining and the latest safety certification.

Distributor: Forbes & Davies Size style: Recoil graphic options, limited edition NZ Patriot and Matt Black solid.

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ADVENTURE-BUSTING KIT Adventure riding puts strenuous demands on kit, so RST spec’d the Adventure II to suit with Cordura 500d and ballistic 1660 construction, a back protector and armour, a removable Sinaqua waterproof breathable membrane and removable quilted lining, and items like a water bladder pocket and removable map pocket-come-bumbag, plus much more.

Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Size style: Jacket M/42 - 3XL/50, trou M/32 – 3XL/40 Price: Jacket $399, pants $199 Info: nwa.co.nz

ALL-TERRAIN ALPINE LUGGAGE The German-made SW Motech Trax EVO aluminium case is super durable, dependable luggage for on- or off-road adventures.

These rugged cases boast a wall strength of 1.5 millimetres and fibre-reinforced plastic corners so they are tough, but light in weight, as well as roomy, at 37- or 45-litre capacities.

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THE FEET HAVE IT RST’s Adventure armoured motorcycle boot should beat the harshest conditions your feet will find.

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Distributor: Nationwide Accessories Size style: 40/UK6 to 48/UK13 Price: $249 Info: nwa.co.nz

GEARBAG SWALLOWS IT ALL The O’Neal TX2000 gearbag is a new carryon–style bag that’s perfect for storage of your helmet and other small items. There’s one main compartment, smaller side and end compartments and an external bottle holder, large, heavy-duty zippers, a plastic rigidity mat, and handles, plus a shoulder strap.

Distributor: Northern Accessories Size style: Length 55cm, width 24cm, height 29cm Price: $29.95 Info: northern.co.nz

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Mitas Tyres win 2016 KTM Hard Enduro Series Gold & Silver class outright winners

Words: Jock ‘long lunch’ McLauchlan / Photos: Geoff ‘business lunch’ Osborne

Balance shafts in a two-stroke?

That’s right, and we reckon KTM has a game-changer on its hands.

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TM boss Stefan Pierer, the man who has lead KTM’s phenomenal rise since 1992, recently said that last year’s revenue was more than a billion Euros. Investment back in to the company was more than 100 million Euros last year, this year it will be more than 130 million Euros but even a quick ride on any of the Austrian company’s 2017 model year off-road models will show that the reinvestment back in the company is certainly paying dividends. In this case, KR put two all new two-stroke models through their paces for a quick ride impression; the 300 XC and 250 EXC. The biggest news among all the other major updates is the counter balancer in the engine– the first on a

production two-stroke! Trust me, this is no sales gimmick or passing fad – other manufacturers are going to have to adopt this new concept to stay in the hunt. No longer will riders buy fourstrokes for a vibration free, smoother engine. These new counter-balanced engines are now every bit as smooth as their four-stroke counterparts, at all revs, but particularly at high rpm (vibration was definitely a serious issue with the older 300 engines). The other great thing is that they still feel like two-strokes and have all their traditional attributes. They are light, make a heap of useable power, have little engine braking effect and are fun. My feeling is these new engines will pull a lot of riders from four-stroke models and top riders will go faster on these once they learn to ride twostrokes properly.

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*Well... maybe not the ultimate ‘ultimate’ but the best we’ve tested Words: Jock McLauchlan, Ben Wilkins / Photos: Geoff Osborne

Ever thought about just how good your bike would be if you could afford all the bling you wanted? Wonder no more, we test the ultimate* Yamaha YZ450F...

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arts emporium Northern Accessories (and producer of the Dirt Guide and Road Guide catalogues) imports some of the biggest names in the business, including Yoshimura, Twin Air, Renthal, Oakley, Zeta and more.

Northern’s general manager Steven Croad wondered, just like we’ve done ourselves many a time, how good would a bike be with some thoughtfully spec’d parts to upgrade it. Unlike the rest of us, Steven has access to the company’s extensive Dirt Guide catalogue to pick and choose from. So that’s exactly what he did. And this rather tasty YZ450F is the result.

The list of finery that has been thrown at this Yamaha is comprehensive and there’s not much on there that doesn’t serve a purpose, well... actually... that’s not quite true. Some of it serves the purpose of making the bike look very trick indeed.

We don’t often get to test bikes that have been modified much beyond standard, and we reckon most blokes who’ve done this to their bikes don’t let others ride them either. So when KR got the call to test this sweet looking machine, we quite literally jumped at the chance.

Starting with Yamaha’s yellow 50th Anniversary 2016 edition of the YZ450F, which is already a very cool looking machine, Steven added a comprehensive list of cool stuff from the Dirt Guide catalogue. The list of parts ranges from a full Yoshimura RS-4 exhaust to a Twin Air power flow kit, Zeta products, DRC parts and Renthal bars etc and when it’s all put together you get cool looking on a whole new level.

However, what really got my attention when I got the chance to swing a leg over it was just how much bloody grunt it’s got! A couple of years back I attended the launch of the first reverse-cylinder YZ450F in Australia and was told that all the bikes had dyno’d up at around the 57hp mark, making the YZ a seriously fast bike even as standard. Well... let me just say that this Northern Accessories machine feels like it’s a solid mid-60hp bike if ever there was one. It just plain hauls arse. That flash Yoshimura exhaust and Twin Air intake system make some genuinely big horsepower gains that are easily felt – and the extra hp was appreciated in the power-sapping sand of the test track.

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We spent five days in New Zealand’s high country getting to really know Yamaha’s WR250F to see what the enduro/trail machine can do.

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or all the riding I have done in NZ and overseas there’s little as satisfying as our own South Island high country.

Last autumn I got the chance to spend five days with good friends riding these magic mountains again. As a bonus I got to ride Yamaha’s new 2016 WR250F for a fairly decent distance - just on 1500km as it turned out.

When Yamaha’s YZ-F motocross-based WR250F was introduced in 2001 it was the first truly competitive 250cc fourstroke enduro bike, and for many seasons Yamaha’s competitors would struggle to produce their own quarter-litre four stroke to rival the combined power and reliability of the WR250F. Brilliant as the WR proved to be it became the target of other manufacturers and, with relatively few significant upgrades barring an alloy frame, by 2008 the WR was seeming somewhat lack-lustre compared to machines being produced by the Euro enduro specialists KTM and Husqvarna.

A WHOLE NEW DEAL

Yamaha’s WR250F finally redressed the balance in 2015. Forget holding the line, the only characteristic the new model shares with its predecessors is the colour blue. The WRF model is Yamaha’s purpose-built enduro bike and is partnered by the very similar but more cross country competition oriented FX model. Both models are again closely based on the YZs: new frame, backwards leaning reverse exhaust, fuel injected engine and updated suspension, albeit tweaked to perform in the enduro and trail environment. Finally, Yamaha can once again boast that the WR250F is based on the cutting-edge MX models.

On top of the YZ upgrades the WR250F

gets the addition of a six-speed gearbox, slightly heavier flywheel rotor, and enduro suspension settings.

In the crate, WR models share extra noise baffles for Australian compliance rules, but here in NZ the bike you will be wheeling out of the dealers is a derestricted competition-ready tool. In addition each bike comes with a road legal kit which can be fitted, or not, depending on the buyer’s preference. Yamaha also provides buyers with the option of different exhaust systems and engine tuning maps that can further personalise the WR250F to suit.

AND IT DELIVERS

The first offroad climb confirmed that the new engine is a massive improvement.

Where the old five-speed WR would rev all day, every day, it lacked low and mid range punch. To ride fast the rider had to anticipate uphills and deep berms with extra engine revs. In contrast the new bike lacks nothing in terms of power.

Right off the bottom this motor gets into its work crisply and cleanly, building great midrange with seamless top end to follow.

Combined with six well-spaced gear ratios it lacks for nothing and while delivering great all-round power remains totally controllable, even for relative beginners.

In a former life as a dirt bike tour guide I did a massive number of kays on the old WRs and trained myself to ride the five-speeders a gear lower than felt comfortable to negate the lack of real bottom end. It was only a partly effective strategy, and not always a load of fun.

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EVENTS CALENDAR / NOVEMBER 2016 * PLEASE CHECK WITH ORGANISERS BEFORE EVENT IN CASE OF CANCELLATIONS, ERRORS OR CHANGES IN DATES *

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- RACE RESULTS FIM MX GP 2016

USA

USA

Netherlands

Switzerland

Bel

Czech

ITA

GBR

France

Spain

Italy

Germany

Latvia

Mexico

Name

Bike

Country

Total to date

Rd 18

Rd 17

Rd 16

Rd 15

Rd 14

Rd 13

Rd 12

Rd 11

Rd 10

Rd 9

Rd 8

Rd 7

Rd 6

Rd 5

1

Tim Gajser

Honda

SLO

731

38

40

9

37

31

44

50

50

47

50

36

40

43

47

2

Antonio Cairoli

KTM

ITA

647

44

15

43

41

37

27

35

33

34

28

47

50

42

27

3

Max Nagl

Husaberg

GER

603

38

23

33

19

39

50

23

36

25

44

35

35

38

40

4

Romain Febvre

Yamaha

FRA

564

15

27

23

35

16

40

0

0

47

30

40

31

41

47

5

Evgeny Bobryshev

Honda

RUS

545

23

28

22

27

26

23

29

34

38

31

32

35

27

36

6

Jeremy Van Horebeek

Yamaha

BEL

536

23

36

31

29

32

34

30

28

19

27

32

15

38

24

7

Glenn Coldenhoff

KTM

NED

406

24

35

40

30

29

18

29

17

28

10

10

15

17

22

8

C Desalle

Kawasaki

BEL

372

0

30

44

25

29

34

40

22

31

35

0

0

3

32

9

V Guillod

Yamaha

SUI

352

17

9

18

16

6

19

25

34

28

27

14

23

19

25

10

Shaun Simpson

KTM

GBR

343

21

15

30

21

31

13

0

2

0

21

21

25

21

17

Next round: Oct 8 Germany MotoGP 2016 Championship

Country

Bike

Total to date

Rd 14 Aragon

Rd 13 Misano

Rd 12 Silverstone

Rd 11 Brno

Rd 10 Austria

Rd 9 Sachsenring

Rd 8 Assen

1

Marc Marquez

SPA

Honda

248

25

13

13

16

11

25

20

2

Valentino Rossi

ITA

Yamaha

196

16

20

16

20

13

8

0

3

Jorge Lorenzo

SPA

Yamaha

182

20

16

8

0

16

1

6

4

Dani Pedrosa

SPA

Honda

155

10

25

11

4

9

10

4

5

Maverick Viñales

SPA

Suzuki

149

13

11

25

7

10

4

7

6

Cal Crutchlow

GBR

Honda

105

11

8

20

25

1

20

0

7

Andrea Dovizioso

ITA

Ducati

104

5

10

10

0

20

16

0

8

Pol Espargaro

SPA

Yamaha

96

8

7

0

3

6

0

13

9

Andrea Iannone

ITA

Ducati

96

0

0

0

8

25

11

11

10

Hector Barbera

SPA

Ducati

84

3

3

2

11

0

7

10

Next round: October 16 Motegi, October 23 Phillip Island, October 30 Malaysia, November 13 Valencia WSBK 2016

Germany

Laguna Seca

Rimini

Donington

Fassi

Name

Bike

Country

Round 10

Race 2

Race 1

Round 9

Race 2

Race 1

Round 8

Race 2

Race 1

Round 7

Race 2

Race 1

Round 6

Race 2

Race 1

1

Jonathon Rea

Kawasaki

GBR

393

25

0

368

0

25

343

25

25

293

20

16

257

16

20

2

Tom Sykes

Kawasaki

GBR

346

4

20

322

25

20

277

20

20

237

25

25

187

8

25

3

Chas Davies

Ducati

GBR

295

10

25

260

16

0

244

0

13

231

16

0

215

13

16

4

Mark van der Mark

Honda

NED

203

8

10

185

9

13

163

6

16

141

8

8

125

10

9

5

Nicky Hayden

Honda

USA

195

6

16

173

11

16

146

10

0

136

10

11

115

25

8

6

Davide Giugliano

Ducati

ITA

194

0

9

185

20

0

165

16

2

147

9

20

118

20

10

7

J Torres

BMW

ESP

168

0

13

155

10

8

137

9

11

117

5

9

103

3

13

8

L Camier

MV Agusta

GBR

134

13

11

110

0

5

105

0

8

97

11

13

73

7

6

9

X Fores

Ducati

ESP

119

16

6

97

13

9

75

13

0

62

2

4

56

5

2

10

L Savadori

Aprilia

ITA

110

0

0

110

0

10

100

11

0

89

13

10

66

2

0

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BSA Rocket III and Triumph Trident

T

he late 1960s proved to be a junction point for the rapidly developing big bike market, soon to become known as Superbikes. The BSA Group had acquired Triumph/Ariel in 1951, and in 1968 seemed anxious to produce a motorcycle that would give the British conglomerate a head start in the coming multi-cylinder big bike stakes. Their opening shots were the BSA Rocket and Triumph Trident 750cc triples. ‘After today the motorcycle world will never be the same’, boasted the company advertising. The claim was very likely true, but sadly for a fading British industry, it was also the beginning of the end. One year later, in 1969, Honda launched the CB750-4 which turned the industry on its head. The motorcycle world would certainly never be the same. It wasn’t, however, all bad for the BSA/Triumph group, especially on the race track. The bikes wearing the two charismatic brand names were almost identical. The main difference being the cylinders on the BSA were slanted forward, and on the Triumph they were upright. The Triumph later received the same forward slanting cylinders, and improved power.

Like many aspects of the British bike industry at the time, the technology was refined, retuned, and stretched to the absolute

maximum. The triples were really one and a half Tiger twins on a common crankcase. There seemed to be no financial support for research and development. At a time when overhead camshafts were becoming commonplace, the BSA Rocket, and the Trident, were still using pushrods to open the valves. Kick starts were becoming rare on road-going machines too. The Honda CB750 had an electric starter in 1969, but the triples didn’t get one until 1975. By then it was too late, and even though the triples had evolved into fine, fast, and good looking motorcycles, the parent company Norton Villiers Triumph was on the verge of collapse and production finished at the end of 1975.

Throughout the seven-year life span the Triumph/BSA triples were given significant modifications and improvements, such as a Lockheed front disc brake in 1973. Also in 1973 an American-inspired version of the road going triple was released; the Triumph X-75, originally a badged BSA. It was one of the most striking looking machines on the road, but it still wasn’t enough to stall the advance of the Japanese hordes. As far is performance goes the triples matched most of the Japanese output. At a press test at the time 210km/h was recorded, although standard models straight off the showroom floor were

The radical looking Triumph X75 with the forward slanting BSA engine

Aaron Slight (111) on the Rob North Replica Trident 3 leaving the dummy grid at the Pukekohe Classic Festival in 2005

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