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SUPERSHOW 2015 Edition Volume 25, Issue 1 INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE Magazine is the official magazine of the North American International Motorcycle SUPERSHOW, affiliate member of the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council and member of the Motorcycle Industry Council. PUBLISHER & EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Richard Kehoe MANAGING EDITOR Rick Bloye ART DIRECTOR Darryl Aspin PRODUCTION MANAGER Tendra Crossman
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MOTORMAIDS
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Motor Maids Inc., founded in 1940, is the first womenʼs motorcycling organization in North America. The Canadian chapter of the Motor Maids was created in 1949. There are over 150 members in Ontario and 1500 members from coast to coast. Motor Maids is a diverse group of women motorcyclists united through a passion for riding while fostering a positive image and promoting safe riding skills. All brands, styles, and sizes of motorcycles are welcome. Informal meetings and gettogethers are held at various national and district events in many parts of Canada and the US throughout the year. Every July members from all over North America meet for three days of fun at our annual Convention. 2015 marks the 75th Anniversary Convention in Moncton, NB. Next year we will travel to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Come find our booth and see what you've been missing.
The Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association is an International group and is comprised of Master Masons from around the world. Each Chapter falls under their jurisdictions founding Grand Chapter or Presidents Council. There are 22 Chapters throughout Ontario with several hundred members in all. We participate in runs or rides for various charitable causes. Each Chapter of the Widows Sons is required to sponsor a charitable event, as well as donate to the provincial benevolence fund each year. Since itʼs founding the Widows Sons has grown worldwide. We have established Chapters in many countries, including Canada, the United States, the UK, Japan, Scotland and Mexico. The Widows Sons is open to Master Masons in good standing. All members must ride a motorcycle with an engine of at least 500 c.c. If you are a Master Mason or have been thinking about becoming a Mason and would like more information on joining the Widows Sons, we would be happy to hear from you. membership@widowssonsontario.co m www.widowssonsontario.com www.widowssonsinternational.com
THE IRON SIRENS – THE SISTERHOOD
THE HEAVEN’S SAINTS The Irons Sirens is a womenʼs only club that started in November of 2010 and has grown to a very large organization with Chapters across Ontario and Alberta. The Iron Sirens are working hard and well positioned to become the world's leading organization of women's motorcycle riding groups. Internally we have fostered a strong culture of sisterhood, which inspires women to pursue the interest of riding motorcycles and provides a network of support for women riders around the world. We have built strong relationships based on respect within the motorcycle community and we continue to nurture those relationships and bonds. Our chapterʼs host weekly ladies only group rides, and we also have monthly rides and other events for our members to participate in. Over the years, our club has seen many changes and it has become clear that what brought us together was riding but what held us together was the bonds and friendships that formed the “Sisterhood”. Come check us out at www.ironsirens.ca 6
The Heavenʼs Saints Motorcycle Ministry provides motorcyclists a brotherhood to fellowship and minister alongside that has grown into an International Ministry of men and women, with the majority of chapters in the U.S. and Canada, but also members worldwide, coming from a variety of backgrounds. We participate in organized rides and events throughout Canada and the United States in addition to our own locally organized events. Individual chapters are involved with ministry endeavors including prison ministry, restorative justice, street evangelism, and homeless outreach.
CANADIAN MOTORCYCLE CRUISERS (CMC) The CMC is home to over 6000 members across Canada from “Sea to Sea” all with the same interests; riding, meeting new
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friends and supporting community events. No matter what you ride, whether you are male or female, young or old the CMC welcomes everyone, that's what makes the CMC such an awesome group. Chapters donate to various local charities, participate in parades, support local groups, organize events, and promote safe riding habits. There is always a CMC ride to be part of anytime of the week or weekend, from day trips to overnighters no ride is too big or too small for a true CMC'r. www.cmcnational.ca
ONTARIO FEDERATION TRAIL RIDERS (OFTR) Your window in to dirt biking and dual sporting in Ontario. Come meet Felicia Robichaud, International Six Day Enduro Silver Medal Winner. Find out all you want to know about trail riding, racing and adventure riding in one place. Off Road Ontario, Ontario Dual Sport Club, Simcoe County Off Road Riders, Oshawa Competition Motorcycle Club and 10 other members clubs throughout Ontario all in one booth. We are the Who, What, When and Where for Off-Road riding! Established in 1992 by four avid off-road riders that had the foresight to recognize the need for a common voice among riders. The OFTR remained a volunteer organization until 2004. At that time government and industry funding allowed OFTR to hire its first employee. With a full time employee the organization gained tremendous credibility with government bodies and was able to establish land use agreements throughout the province.
CENTRAL ONTARIO CHROME DIVAS The Central Ontario Chrome Divas have become well known in recent years for their Prostate Cancer Awareness calendar. These groups of fabulous businesswomen rides, and fundraise for Prostate Cancer Canada. Their mission and motto is "raising awareness for the men in our lives".
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>>news ONTARIO DUAL SPORT CLUB The purpose of the Ontario Dual Sport Club is to provide a place where riders interested in Dual Sport motorcycling can meet with others having similar interests. Although we are centered in Toronto, we have no physical clubhouse or facilities, so we conduct our business from this website. Visit us regularly to check out the Organized Events, join a discussion on the Forum, or use the Classifieds Ads. www.odsc.on.ca
OSHAWA COMPETITION MOTORCYCLE CLUB The OCMC (Oshawa Competition Motorcycle Club) was officially founded in 1966 but had its' beginnings long before that. Having originated as a group of now “good old boys”, competing amongst themselves in all forms of riding, from high-speed flat track to a thinking manʼs enduro. They claimed an overall champion based on five different disciplines of biking.
SIMCOE COUNTY OFF ROAD RIDERS ASSOC. The Simcoe County Off Road Riders Association (SCORRA) is a family orientated off-road motorcycle riders club formed in December 2006. With an inaugural membership of 25, we have quickly grown to become one of the largest clubs in Ontario with more than 775 adult and child members in 2011. SCORRA is actively involved in establishing, maintaining, and patrolling trails within Simcoe County. We host a number of events each year including rider training, trail & track rides, motorcycle maintenance, and club meetings. www.scorra.ca
OFF-ROAD ONTARIO Off-Road Ontario is a not-for-profit cooperative of local clubs and race organizers throughout the province working together to bring you top caliber off-road racing. The objective of Off-Road Ontario is to offer a Provincial Series of family friendly off-road motorcycle racing
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events. Our class structure is designed to facilitate learning and enjoying the sport at any age, gender or level of experience. The competition is designed to create just the right challenge for anyone from Trail Rider to Pro racer.
BLUE TIE RIDE, SAVINGS LIVES ONE KILOMETER AT A TIME Mission: Motorcycle enthusiasts riding for men and their families touched by prostate cancer. Join us for our 4th Annual Blue Tie Ride Motorcycle Rally on Saturday August 8th, 2015. Our event will be starting in Richmond Hill and ending in the Kawartha Lakes region. To date we have raised $24,000.00 and hope to double this amount in 2015. Fundraising efforts will help spread prostate cancer awareness, support families affected by the disease, and fund research into the prevention, detection, treatment and cure of prostate cancer. This deadly disease will affect 1 in 8 Canadian men in their lifetime. A HUGE thank-you to our 2012, 2013 and 2014 sponsors, riders and volunteers. www.bluetieride.ca
RIDE FOR LUPUS Ride For Lupus is an annual charity motorcycle ride in support of the SickKids Foundation at the Hospital for Sick Children where 100% of the proceeds of this event go directly to the Pediatric Lupus Research unit at HSC (Hospital for Sick Children). Our 2014 season welcomed over 150 participants and we raised over $7,000! We're eager to watch these numbers increase as Dr. Silverman, head of the Pediatric Lupus Research Unit has assured me, we are making a difference! To see what the lab is working on, and details about the event, please visit www.rideforlupus.ca
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Please join us for the 5th Annual Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital Motorcycle Ride. A 160km ride that will go through
some of the best scenic roads north of Toronto. Followed by a fantastic lunch sponsored by WEGZ. There will be lots of fun, food, music and prizes. For more details visit our booth at the 2015 Motorcycle Super Show. www.mackenzievaughanhospitalmotorcycleride.com
THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO FSAE RACING TEAM
"The University of Toronto FSAE Racing Team is a student-run club which designs, builds and races a new Formula style race car every year. The team is composed entirely of students who participate at an extracurricular level, strengthening their academic skills in engineering design, technology and business. The students are responsible for not only design, construction and tuning, but also for finance, sponsorship, media and logistics, creating a true entrepreneurial learning experience."
MADD YORK REGION Happy New Year! madd York Region along with the York Simcoe Riders will be hosting the 17th Annual Poker Run this year on May 31, 2015. Our partnership began as a result of the tragic loss of a York Simcoe Riders' cousin. Through the tremendous efforts of the York Simcoe Riders and the funds raised, madd York Region has been provided with the opportunity to support many victims of impaired driving; as well as continuing to bring awareness to our community. We are proud to partner with the York Simcoe Riders and appreciate the support of Motorcycle SUPERSHOW! The Poker Run is a fun filled day with a scenic route, BBQ lunch, 50/50 draw, silent auction and raffle, along with musical entertainment. Come by our booth for more details! Wishing you a safe and healthy 2015.
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The 3rd Annual Steve Mesic Memorial Ride, June 20, 2015. A Fallen Brother who left behind a spouse and an unborn son. Please visit our booth at the show. All Ride and Rally info at: rememberingstevemesic.com
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major recognition due to the fact that it is for a great cause and also because of our past six years of success. Our ride begins at Mackie Harley Davidson in Oshawa with food and beverages, a kick-off with our Sick Kids family and a celebrity MC and great shopping for all your motorcycle gear. Kickstands go up at 10:00 a.m. for a fully escorted, beautiful Lake Ontario waterfront ride to Port Perry. Once at Waterfront Park in Port Perry, we provide lunch, entertainment and raffle prizes including a 2015 Harley Davidson Motorcycle! The RIDE FOR SICKKIDS is riding on the enthusiasm of its organizing committee, and in the previous years we have attracted over 500 motorcycle enthusiasts. Funds raised will go towards The Hospital for Sick Children s greatest and highest priority needs as we continuously strive to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. At SickKids, we imagine every child healthy. www.rideforsickkids.com or contact Nella Figliano at 416-895-5215 nfigliano@rogers.com
MX STARS OF TOMORROW What a great way to spend your day, go for a nice leisurely drive to Oshawa for Bikes on Bond. Come out to this free event and enjoy the live music by some of the great local bands, visit the local motorcycle vendors as well as meet up with old and new friends alike. Starting at 2 pm on Saturday August 8th until 8 pm. Wander downtown Oshawa to see the wide array of motorcycles on display. Visit the Bikes on Bondʼs Show and Shine to see some of the more custom motorcycles. Come out and have a good time.
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The 9th Annual MX Stars of Tomorrow Amateur Motocross Rider Program will S OF STARRR take place at the OW O M TO 2015 Motorcycle SUPERSHOW. A limited number of openings are available for participants and twenty lucky racers will be chosen and offered this unique sponsorship opportunity. Sponsored by the Motorcycle SUPERSHOW, this is an annual feature of the North American International Motorcycle SUPERSHOW where Canada's top amateur motocross riders will participate in the MX Stars-oftomorrow exhibit in Hall 3 in the Racing & Performance Hall.
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B.A.D. Ride 18 will be held on Sunday May 31st, 2015. Hundreds of motorcyclists and their passengers will once again be gathering at Dave & Busterʼs in Vaughan for a 3-hour scenic, signed and unescorted ride through the iconic back roads of Caledon and Halton Hills. With a comfort stop at the Mohawk Inn, the afterride party will be held at the Canadian
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Warplane Heritage Museum in Mount Hope, where one lucky participate will be the proud owner of a new 2015 HD Softail Slim. Thanks to the continued support of our sponsors, 100% of the moneys raised by riders will go directly to support the life-saving programs of Distress Centres, the oldest and largest crisis helpline in Canada. Riding to Answer the Call matters—thereʼs a life on the line! www.thebadride.com
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2014 CANADA CUP CHAMPIONSHIP CUSTOM SHOW BIKE WINNERS! Level 4 Pro Builder Class: 1st Place Winner of $12,000 Steve Schullar- Speeding Billet 2nd Place Winner of $7,000 Speed Trix-Viper 3rd Place Winner of $3,500 George P. - Stingray 4th Place Winner of $2,000 Jessy Reno- Sharpie 5th Place Winner of $1,000 Mickel Caron- Miami Level 3 Builders Class: 1st Place Winner of $2,500 Speed Trix- Andari 2nd Place Winner of $1,500 Ronald Carriere- EL Scorpio 3rd Place Winner of $800 Wayne Burgess with Nancy 4th Place Winner of $500 Konstantine with Miss Treated 5th Place Winner of $350 Konstantine with Love Zombie Best Bike In Show Steve Schullar- Speeding Billet Best Individual Display Micheal Walter with Graveyard Best Club Display Brampton Motorcycle Association
BREAK FREE Honda builds motorcycles that equip you to break free from the everyday and race towards what you want most. In creating the 2014 CBR650F, Honda focused their engineering expertise on the expressed needs of their riding community. The result: a perfect balance of comfort and performance, ideal for all kinds of life’s journeys. Embrace your freedom today and visit honda.ca/CBR650F HULLY GULLY THE ULTIMATE TOY STORE 1705 Wharncliffe Rd. S at Wonderland London,On (519) 685-8045 www.hullygully.com
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The Bold…The Beautiful… The Kawasaki H2 ONE BY PAT BOURGEOIS
look at the new 2015 Kawasaki Ninja H2 is all it takes for an overloaded rush to your senses to commence. The sleek lines are equal parts stunning and aerodynamically intelligent, and stir the visual nerve endings of your frontal lobe. But more importantly, itʼs the bold statement of power and speed that smacks you up along side the head like a ball peen hammer. With the simple, but often times difficult to achieve formula of raw power, incredible speed, and track inspired handling for the street as its benchmark, the new H2 does more than stand out from the pack, but instead, instantly carves out a place in the halls of historical motorcycle significance.
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Kawasaki has typically steered clear from single sided swingarm designs, instead opting for the strength and rigidity of a traditional design. The H2 ushers in Kawasaki’s first single-sided swingarm, employed to allow the exhaust silencer to be mounted as close the bike’s center point as possible and ensure high lean angles.
These are bold words, but the Kawasaki H2 is a bold motorcycle, designed to offer more in every measurable category by which a motorcycle can be measured. To get there, Kawasaki employed help from virtually every corner of Kawasakiʼs Heavy Industries (KHI) Group, from the Gas and Turbine Machinery Company to the Aerospace Company to the Corporate Technology Division. The result is a motorcycle bursting with technology, cutting edge style, and speed… lots of speed. The fact that it wears the Kawasaki River Mark, a symbol held in high regard within KHI that dates back to the 1870s, and is reserved for rare and limited models with historical significance is purely intentional.
The idea behind the H2 was to offer riders more than they had ever experienced before; more technology, more intelligent styling, more handling, and more power, lots more. The development of the H2 was done in parallel to the track only H2R, a closed course model that represents pure, unadulterated power. From there the H2 cloned as much of its race track brother as possible, while meeting all market restrictions including sound and emissions. The heart of the H2 seems somewhat “traditional” at first glance. An inline, fourcylinder 998cc engine with four-valves per cylinder, fuel injection, and an oversquare architecture (76mm x 55mm) that creates a quick revving engine with a
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bold punch. Yet, to deliver more…way more…the H2 and H2R employed the use of a supercharger. Designed inhouse by Kawasaki engineers, the supercharger unit is the perfect mate to the full-liter engine and is what allows the H2 to produce just shy of 200horsepower. Strip the engine of emission and noise restraints, and the track-only H2R is rumored to produce a whopping 300-horsepower. Surrounding the “charged” liter engine is a host of purpose built, technological advancements, each designed to allow the H2 to achieve its “powerful” goals. The supercharger alone is an engineering exercise that is bursting with innovation and craftsmanship. Residing inside a cast
Cylinder head exhaust ports are oval in shape for improved flow, and the header pipers were hydroformed to match this same shape. It’s a design that ensures optimum performance, but also is stunningly beautiful.
aluminum housing, the CNC machined impeller is formed from pure aluminum, and can increase intake air-pressure by as much as 2.4-times. Due to its efficiency and ideal location at the back and center of the engine supercharger mount, there was no need for an intercooler, which adds weight and robs valuable space. WhatĘźs more, the supercharger uses engine oil for lubrication, the planetary gear train design is driven via a crank gear, allowing the impeller to spin to nearly 130,000 revolu-
tions per minute when the throttle is at fulltwist. From there, every aspect of the engine was analyzed and engineered to work in perfect harmony with this new found, supercharged power; cooling was enhanced, engine strength was increased, valve-train, crankshaft, and piston components were both lightened and made more robust, and airflow both to the combustion chamber and from it was improved.
Look behind the large, angular exhaust that meets stringent sound requirements and you’ll find a cast wheel that delivers more than good looks. In fact, the wheel shape was developed for optimum rigidity and balance at high speeds.
With power pumping through the veins of the new H2 at a level never seen before for a production based motorcycle, Kawasaki engineers had to also rethink the entire chassis, suspension and bodywork to not just harness the power, but to allow it to work seamlessly with the entire motorcycle. While this has been accomplished countless times over in competition-focused bikes that are designed to simply win races, and not beauty pageants, the H2 presented far
The Ohlins steering damper is electronically controlled, monitoring acceleration and wheel speed, thereby constantly adjusting for the right amount of control at any speed.
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The heart and soul of the new Kawasaki H2 - a supercharged, 998cc in-line four, pumping out a reported 200-horsepower in street legal trim.
2015 Kawasaki Vulcan S
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tter the word cruiser amongst almost any group of motorcyclists, and visions of sweeping lines and shimmering chrome, cemented in 1950s Americana style immediately come to mind. While this face of the traditional cruiser will likely always be grounded within these boundaries, Kawasakiʼs new Vulcan S has defiantly refuted these boundaries for 2015. The new cruiser blends those traditional stretched lines and relaxed ergonomics with a perimeter frame, inline twin engine, single exposed rear shock, and subtle modern cues such as a teardrop headlight and under-bike, stubby exhaust. The result is a bike that crosses so many lines itʼs hard to simply shoehorn it into any one category, which is precisely what Kawasaki wants. Kawasaki is hoping the new bike will appeal to new riders, looking for a bike with more style than a “conventional” motorcycle, yet still deliver on many of the traits a “do-everything” bike does. A blend of just enough power, low to the ground ergonomics, and nimble handling should help the Vulcan S do just that. More than anything, itʼs the perimeter tubular frame and off-set, single lay-down shock that really sets the Vulcan S apart from other “cruisers”. The net effect gives the bike a dramatic modern flair, while the pull-back bars, teardrop style tank, forward controls and five spoke mag wheels, keep other parts of the bike cemented in the cruiser world. Power comes from a parallel twin, 649cc engine with dual overhead cams, 4-valve per cylinder valve train, and fuel injection, a clear departure from other entry cruisers. Thanks to the perimeter frame and smooth flowing “brushed-appearance” under bike exhaust system that exits via a bold, black, and “fat” silencer, the Vulcan walks the line with style and a hint of performance attitude. Even the rear swingarm was styled into a tubular shape to give the Vulcan a balanced look and a long flowing, continuous line from head stem to rear axle. The Vulcan S really does “fit” a wide swatch of riders, thanks to a low seat height, slim chassis design, and adjustable footpegs that can serve up three positions in 25mm increments. Add in a host of traditional accessories on this non-traditional bike such as windshields, luggage, and of course chrome; and suddenly you have a bike that conforms to no single category, but can appeal to virtually anyone.
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greater challenges. Here the bike had to look good…in fact not just good…but to be the most visually stunning and visually pleasing sport bike ever built; a heady task to say the least. Style for speed was the goal of the H2; as with any vehicle, resistance is the greatest power robbing and speed-limiting component to the Holy Grail equation. As speeds increase, so too does resistance, as the wind rushes around, over and under the motorcycle. Such forces not only limits performance, it can have a dramatically negative impact on handling, causing the bike to become nervous, unstable, and at times, down-right scary to ride. Again, to achieve a “slippery”
design that reduces such effects was nothing new for Kawasaki engineers, as they had been doing just that with their winning Super Bike efforts for decades, but to do so with style and rider comfort was a new challenge. They started by making the design as efficient as possible – every nuance, curve and wing was sculpted to make sure it sliced through the air. Next, engineers looked for ways to make the bike more stable; especially at the crazy, triple digit speeds the H2 is capable of reaching. Even the mirrors have a purpose; with airfoil cross-sections, the trailing edges of the mirrors have Gurney flaps that provide greater down force while remaining as small as possible.
You won’t find a Spartan cockpit on this superbike; the H2 is graced with sophisticated and visually appealing controls and gauges.
Normally only found on full-race bikes, the KYB AOS-II Race suspension makes its debut on a road bike via the H2.
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KAWASAKI NINJA H2 The result is a bike that looks stunning from any angle, yet is sleek, stable and assists in providing air induction for the supercharger, cooling for the radiator, and heat dissipation for the machine and rider. Unlike other sport bikes, which have a very distinct rider-forward look for improved handling, the H2 is balanced by design, to once again provide optimum performance and stability at speed. The styling goes beyond the bodywork, as is evident by the complete LED lighting system. They are bright, elegant, and provide the necessary intensity and visibility to be deemed “street-legal”. The entire package is then topped off with a unique, mirrored black chrome paint that is akin to custom motorcycles, and is just another step that sets the H2 apart from any other motorcycle ever produced. Of course, all this style and power is a fruitless effort of over-engineering if the experience from the saddle is unsatisfactory. The rush of power and speed aside, the cockpit of the H2 is graced with luxury and technology to make the joining of man and machine appear seamless. The riding position is relaxed by super sport standards, the instrumentation and control panel is high-tech, featuring a multi-
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colored LCD screen, and is joined by a new handle control that puts all of the functions at the riderʼs fingertips. Intelligence is in the genes of the new H2, thanks to a three-tiered Kawasaki
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Traction Control (KTRC) system that offers a full performance mode for circuit, another for street, and a third for wet pavement conditions. For optimum acceleration from a stop, a traction
The supercharger was developed entirely in-house, specifically for the H2.
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KAWASAKI NINJA H2 control launch program allows you to hammer down the supercharged liter bike, without fear of unwanted wheel spin or wheelies. You can even control the level of engine braking that is employed on deceleration. Other key intelligent rider support bits of technology includes an Ohlins electronic steering damper that uses wheel speed sensors to provide “just rightâ€? dampening. Joining the damper is KawasakiĘźs intelligent anti-lock brake system, the same system that was introduced on the Ninja ZX-10R, but revised for the added power and capabilities of the H2. Be it on paper, in person, or from behind the controls, the inclusion of the River Mark on the H2 appears to be more than just wishful thinking on KawasakiĘźs part, on the future significance of this motorcycle. It drips with technology, blinds with style and appeal, and stuns with power and speed. The future of performance motorcycles can be seen now in this one incredible execution of style and speed on two wheels.
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The Glide Returns as Harley-Davidson Embraces its Past and Looks to the Future BY PAT BOURGEOIS
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Project Rushmore, a consumer centric product development process, the legendary
brand “rushes” into 2015 with one foot still firmly planted in the brand’s rich heritage of building world class cruisers, while taking bold steps into the future with the other. The Milwaukee builder’s 2015 lineup is a blend of returning classics, such as the Road Glide and Road Glide Special, expansion of their three-wheeled endeavors with the Freewheeler Trike, and bold steps towards the future with the stunning electric LiveWire.
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The Road Glide Special incorporates a host of additional features including Boom! ™ Box 6.5GT infotainment, with color touch screen and GPS navigation, gloss or denim black painted inner fairing, hand-applied pinstriping, premium Ride hand-adjustable rear suspension, Reflex™ linked brakes with ABS and Smart Security.
Itʼs no secret Harley-Davidson has built a global empire by continuing to reinvent itself and their bread and butter, a vast array of classic American cruisers. After all, HarleyDavidson is, and most likely always will be, the benchmark by which all other classic American cruisers, regardless of where they are built, will be measured by, especially in terms of style. For 2015, this ongoing reinvention of the cruiser takes the form of the Road Glide and Road Glide Special, as they make their triumphant return to the line-up after a one-year hiatus. With its distinctive blunt nosed fairing
and menacing twin-headlight full frontal assault, it has become one of the most beloved HarleyDavidson models amongst avid customizers, who look at the large fairing and unique look as the perfect, blank canvas in which to make something truly unique. Knowing this, HarleyDavidson designers knew they could approach the rebirth of the Road Glide with a bit more leniency than say, other more traditional Harley-Davidson models. “The Road Glide look is more about attitude than tradition,” said Harley-Davidson Principal Stylist, Brian Nelson. “We felt we had more leeway
Despite all that is new with the 2015 Road Glide, classic Harley-Davidson styling remains.
LiveWire Jolts the Future of Harley-Davidson For a company that is steeped in history and built upon more than a century of rich heritage, it was somewhat of a “shock” (pun intended) to the market when the Company unveiled the LiveWire this past summer. Dubbed as Harley-Davidsonʼs first electric motorcycle, the futuristic bike, and the traveling road show that went with it, was a stunning exercise for Harley-Davidson and its loyal customer following, of the forward thinking the company can and does posses. The bike, which was one part future and one part traditional Harley-Davidson, was more than just a design exercise. In fact, the traveling LiveWire Experience allowed consumers to ride the bike, and provide feedback to engineers and designers on their thoughts on not just the bike itself, but the future of motorcycling and Harley-Davidson in general. “Project LiveWire is more like the first electric guitar – not an electric car,” said Mark-Hans Richer, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “Itʼs an expression of individuality and iconic style that just happens to be electric. Project LiveWire is a bold statement for us as a company and a brand.” The LiveWire project had the motorcycle world buzzing, and in many ways still does, as the incredibly beautiful motorcycle continues to be one of the most viewed motorcycles on the internet, six months after it was first released to the public. The bike not only possess a distinctly futuristic Harley-Davidson look, it also produced a very distinct sound, one unlike ever associated with an electric vehicle before. “We offer a no excuses riding experience in everything we do, and we are led by what our customers tell us matters most,” said Richer. “Because electric vehicle technology is evolving rapidly, we are excited to learn more from riders through the Project LiveWire Experience, to fully understand the definition of success in this market as the technology continues to evolve.” To learn more about Project LiveWire visit www.projectlivewire.com
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New Freewheeler Trike
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the trike market continues to expand, Harley-Davidson retains its dominance in the market with the all-new Freewheeler for 2015. If you never thought the word trike and cool could live together in the same sentence, the new Harley-Davidson Freewheeler may change your thinking. This new trike is pure custom, from its ape hanger bars and bobtail fenders, to cast Enforcer wheels and stylish rear body and integrated trunk that wraps around dual, slash cut mufflers. But there is more to the Freewheeler than pure stunning looks; it is also one of the best riding trikes ever produced. The riding position is extremely comfortable; the 12-inch mini-ape bars put the controls closer to the driver, and the seat is shaped to move the rider further forward, allowing for easier reach of the foot controls as well. This gives the rider more confidence, comfort and control, while at the same time, gives the Freewheeler and very distinctive look. Power comes from a High Output Twin Cam 103 engine, producing a whopping 105ft. lbs of torque; more than enough to power you, a passenger, and all your gear up to freeway speeds, in a blink of an eye. Standard electronic cruise control, a footactivated parking brake, electric reverse gear and a linked brake system that applies both the front and rear brakes trough the rear brake pedal, deliver both convenience and confidence. Unlike many other trikes on the market, the Freewheeler is built upon a frame thatʼs exclusively designed for a three-wheeled vehicle. This means the Freewheeler is more stable and predictable than so many other “kit” options. In fact, just like all HarleyDavidson motorcycles, the Freewheeler is backed by a limited, two-year factory warranty. The new Freewheeler comes to market with a host of genuine Harley-Davidson accessories, including a detachable windshield and backrest, multiple seat options, and an Air Wing luggage rack.
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with the Road Glide fairing than we did with other, more traditional models in our line.” More than a new look went into the 2015 Road Glide models however. Feedback from customers told HD engineers that there was a need for greater wind protection and less negative buffeting, thus the designs had to not only look good, but had to perform as well. Of course, keeping in HarleyDavidson tradition, engineers also wanted to infuse the latest technology into the new Road Glide, while still retaining many of those classic styling cues that the Road Glide had uniquely owned for many years. The result is an all-new fairing that is edgy and aggressive, yet moves more air up over the riderʼs helmet, and creates a “quiet pocket” of air for the rider. According to Nelson, it was a far bigger challenge than they could have imagined, but the end result nails both the look and performance goals that they set out to achieve. While at first glance, the new Road Glide may simply look like a better version of the original, it also performs better. Tucked inside that more aggressive fairing are Dual Reflector Daymaker LED headlamps that are far brighter, and cast light farther and wider than the 2013 Road Glide lighting system. Instead of two singular housings, the bulbs are in a single, dual beam housing and the appearance is menacing, yet elegant. Thereʼs more to the new Road Glide models however, than just a new fairing and headlamps. The driver position has changed to deliver more comfort; the handlebars are 5.5-inches closer to the rider, the wrist angle is improved, and the seat has also been enhanced.
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Other key changes to the 2015 Road Glide include a new sound system with Bluetooth capability and 4.3-inch full color screen, mated to two 5.25-inch speakers. The driver controls the system through a pair of five-way, thumb operated joystick controls, mounted on the left and right hand controls. As for the meat and potatoes of the Road Glide, key features here include stout 49mm forks, a torque laden, high output Twin Cam 103 engine, Enforcer cast-aluminum wheels, one-touch saddlebag latches and standard cruise control. The Road Glide Special receives all of that, plus select upgrades, such as a larger BOOM Box 6.5-inch touch screen entertainment system with GPS, hand-applied pin-stripping, Reflex linked ABS brakes, a Smart Security system and more. You can learn more and see the new Road Glide for yourself at the 2015 North American International Motorcycle Supershow, at the International Centre, January 2-4, 2015.
Aside from the new lighting and stunning looks, the new Road Glide fairing is slimmer, but delivers vastly improved wind protection and a quieter ride.
A 50-watt Boom Box 4.3-inch audio system is housed in the reshaped inner fairing that’s smoother and uncluttered.
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What has grown to become the largest motorsport and action sport series in Canada, the CMRC sanctioned Rockstar Energy Drink Motocross Nationals presented by Motovan look to be taking yet another step forward in prestige and awareness with fans from coast to coast. In 2014, the championship battles in the MX1 (450cc) and MX2 (250cc) classes were both undecided until the final round. Despite the addition of American superstar Mike Alessi to the big bike class, BC native Colton Facciotti clinched his fourth national title after ten gruelling rounds. Quebecʼs Kaven Benoit secured the win in MX2, making for a Canadian sweep at the top of the podium in each division; quite a feat considering the competition these champions faced. Believe it or not, the 2015 edition is already shaping up to be the best ever. The MX1 class will feature champions from 2012, 2013 and 2014 all on the line at the same time. American Matt Goerke, Australian Brett Metcalfe, and Ontario resident Colton Facciotti will all fight to reclaim their #1 plate in a battle that has already been coined – “The best ever!” The 2015 Rockstar Energy Drink Motocross Nationals presented by Motovan kick off in Kamloops, BC and cross the country all the way to Moncton, NB, visiting six provinces along the way. If youʼre a fan of motorsports or have never witnessed the take-no-prisoners, high flying, bar banging sport of motocross, nowʼs your chance to witness the best racing Canada has to offer. To keep in tune with the series and learn whatʼs in store when the gate drops on May 31st, visit www.mxnationals.ca or Like us on Facebook at /CMRCMX.
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2015 ROCKSTAR ENERGY DRINK MOTOCROSS NATIONALS – SERIES SCHEDULE Sunday, May 31 Whispering Pines Raceway, Kamloops, British Columbia Sunday, June 7 The Wastelands, Nanaimo, British Columbia Sunday, June 14 Wild Rose MX Park, Calgary, Alberta Saturday, June 21 Moto Valley Raceway, Regina, Saskatchewan Sunday, July 12 Gopher Dunes, Courtland, Ontario Sunday, July 19 Sand Del Lee, Richmond, Ontario Sunday, July 26 Motocross Deschambault, Deschambault, Quebec Sunday, August 2 Riverglade MX Park, Moncton, New Brunswick Sunday, August 9 Motocross Ulverton, Ulverton, Quebec Sunday, August 16 Walton Raceway, Walton, Ontario
Peak Powersports 1174 South Service Rd. West Oakville, ON L6L 5T7 905-681-7270 www.peakpowersports.ca
Ready Victory 430 Hensall Circle Mississauga, ON L5A 1X7 905-896-1600 Toll Free: 855-896-0430 www.readyvictory.com
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>>GEAR FIELDSHEER SUGO JACKET The Mens Sugo Textile Jacket's flexibility, protective armor, and visibility enhancing features set the benchmark high for sport >> touring motorcycle jackets. The elasticized elbows and flexible chest moves with the rider, in a non-restrictive, yet secure way. Armor in the shoulders, elbow, and back give an added layer of protection, while Phoslite printing and reflective piping give the rider visibility on the road. Visit the Gamma Sales booth in Hall 2W for more information. www.gammasales.com
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Nothing ruins a day faster than a dead battery. The Crank Multi-Function Power Supply available from Royal Distributing is small enough to be carried in a saddlebag, and powerful enough to start your motorcycle battery, car battery or even a gas truck battery. The Crank will also charge any electronics you are carrying, and features every imaginable charging tip you may need. The convenient carrying case comes packed with everything shown here. For complete information visit Royal Distributing booth in Hall 2W. www.royaldistributing.com
The Turncycle Centre Stand disc kit consists of a heavy-duty turntable which is 15 3/4" in diameter and is only 1/2" tall. It's made of steel and is powder coat painted with anti-slip top and bottom surfaces to keep from sliding on smooth surfaces. The leveling mats that are included in the kit, and are made from rubber and allow the motorcycle to maintain the same level as the disc, and are placed underneath both tires of the motorcycle. Simply drive in to a parking space, place mats under each tire, roll bike onto mats, place disc under bikes centre stand and raise up onto disc. Then push either up or down and rotate motorcycle on the disc the opposite direction. For complete information visit Spin Cycle Products booth in Hall 2W www.turncycle.ca 30
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BAY MARINE Bay Marine 516 Highway 2 East Trenton, ON 1-877-394-6691 www.bay-marine.com
ST. ONGE RECREATION 65 Hart Drive Barrie, ON (705) 733-2280 www.stongerecreation.com
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A CUS CUSTOM TOM FIT F FOR OR EVER EVERY Y RIDER The exclusive Spyder F3 UFit system lets you precisely position the pegs according to your height and choose the handlebar based on your preferred riding style—ensuring a truly customized riding experience.
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>>GEAR EZC SMART LIGHT By design, a motorcycle taillight is harder to see than that of the third taillight found on cars and trucks. The EZC Smart Light adds a whole new level of protection for the rider by mimicking that third taillight. The EZC Light comes complete with the light, wiring harness, rechargeable power pack and monitoring system and can be installed to any jacket with a few small cuts in the back and pocket. Once properly installed the light makes the rider more visible in traffic as well as gives a better indication of stopping by emitting a millisecond strobe when brakes are applied. The EZC Smart Controller also detects when there is a power loss or when the rider becomes unplugged and instantly switches to battery up, so the light stays on even when the rider is not on the bike. For complete information visit EZC Smart Light booth in Hall 2W. www.ezcsmartlight.com
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TEKNIC LIGHTNING GLOVE The Lightning Glove from Teknic is a sport/street glove designed for comfort and protection. Double layer cowhide, backed with 100% Knit Kevlar reinforcement in the palm, side and pinkie adds topnotch abrasion resistance. The vented molded knuckle and offer extra protection while supplying cool air to the hand on hot days. The fingers and palm is also pre-curved to give superior comfort and fit. GP Sale Price: $99.96 Save $70.00!!! Visit the GP Bikes booth in Hall 2W www.gpbikes.com
THIS IS NOT JUST A MOTORCYCLE. IT’S YOUR PRIDE AND JOY BEING STOLEN. Your bike is your baby. Know where it is at all times with the affordable SPOT Trace™. Satellite technology lets you track your motorcycle, car and other valuables even when you’re beyond cellular, so if it moves, you’ll know it. Be ready for anything with SPOT Trace and other SPOT products designed to protect you and your possessions.
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>>GEAR TOUR MASTER SOLUTION WP AIR ROAD BOOTS The Tour Master Solution WP Air Road boot is the warm weather version to their top selling all-leather 2.0 Solution boot. The WP Air version offers breathable mesh panels in the main upper portion, which promotes better air flow while also making them lighter and more flexible. Other features include a reflective panel on the rear for night riding, auto-locking zipper with adjustable Velcro® flap, a molded nylon shin and ankle guard and a TPU shift pad. The Tour Master Solution WP Air Road boot is the perfect mix of quality and price. Visit the Gamma Sales booth in Hall 2W for more information. www.gammasales.com
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DRIFT STEALTH 2.0 CAMERA Introducing itʼs 8th generation of cameras, the Drift Stealth 2 is the smallest and lightest Drift camera yet. Weighing only 97g, this small camera can be carried with you anywhere and everywhere, so you are always ready to capture life from your perspective. The high quality 7element lens provides an optical 137° field of view, no longer using a digital narrow angle, so objects appear closer and sharper. With its colour coded screen and LED you always know which camera mode you are in, creating a user-friendly experience. GP Sale Price: $269.95 Visit the GP Bikes booth in Hall 2W www.gpbikes.com
Hully Gully 1705 Wharncliffe Rd. S at Wonderland London,On (519)685-8045 www.hullygully.com
Ready Suzuki 430 Hensall Circle Mississauga, Ontario 905-896-1600 Toll-Free 855-896-0430 www.readysuzuki.com
ST. ONGE Recreation 65 Hart Drive Barrie, ON (705) 733-2280 www.stongerecreation.com
Larry’s Orangeville 4 kms north of Orangeville on Hwy. 10. 519-941-1517 www.larryssmallengines.ca
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track days on the Grand Prix Circuit in 2015. The following dates have been confirmed, May 22, and August 10, 11 and 12. For the Rider Development Track, contact Pro 6 Cycle or Canadian Tire Motorsport Park. For more information check them out at www.pro6cycle.com or email trackdays@pro6cycle.com.
RIDERS CHOICE Riders Choice is a motorcycle shop located in Mississauga and focuses on safety gear. For more information and to register for one of their track days, go to www.riderschoice.ca
GP BIKES GP Bikes will hold track days on the Rider Development Circuit on June 22 and August 12. GP Bikes is located in Ajax and can be found at www.gpbikes.com.
DUCATI RALLY, MAY 23 & 24 Attention all Ducati owners, the Ducati Rally returns to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park s road course on May 23?24. It s a time for Ducati owners to gather and enjoy on and off?track experiences. Visit www.docc.ca for details.
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