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Bond Rides a Honda Opening in theaters November 9, Skyfall, the twenty-third installment of the franchise, Daniel Craig hits two wheels again in the opening sequence which involves chasing henchmen on a motorcycle through Istanbul’s streets and rooftops. The motorcycles are modified and aged Honda CRF250R motocross bikes (with Bond’s steed sporting weirdly new looking fenders), and the filming environment was so tight, many of the moving shots were photographed using cameras attached to motorcycles riding alongside the action.

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There’s an old saying that a picture is worth a thousand words. Sometimes, as is the case with this particular story, a picture hides a thousand stories… As a young man in Brant County, Ont, Canada, Captain John Maus, MD, lived on

a farm before deciding to attend medical school at Toronto University. Like many of his fellow students who graduated at the outbreak of the Second World War, he joined the Medical Corps. Dr. Maus attended motorcycle courses on Indian and Harley-Davidson motorcycles at Camp Borden as part of all medical doctors’ basic training. When he arrived in England, he was is-

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continued from cover appreciation for his service to our country. Dr. Maus lived into his early 90’s, but his story doesn’t end there. In fact, it’s somewhat the beginning of another tale… Director of (and volunteer at) The Canadian Military Heritage Museum in Brantford, Ontario, a gentleman by the name of Donald Wilkin, was at the funeral, when he spotted a photograph taken during World War II of Dr. Maus (his brother-in-law’s oldest brother) on a motorcycle. Being a Canadian military heritage enthusiast, Mr. Wilkin was intrigued by the photograph for a lot of different reasons, the least of which was the fact that he had been thinking about looking for, purchasing and restoring a vintage motorcycle to take along with him when he was out and about in the community with vehicles from the museum. The photo of Dr. Maus interested him enough to prompt him to ask friend and fellow museum volunteer, Roger Sharpe, to keep his eyes open for an opportunity to buy a vintage Norton 16H if he ever found one. Mr. Sharpe did just that, and after a great deal of searching the internet and using other methods at his disposal, he brought Donald’s attention to a 1940 Norton 16H WD that was listed for sale by someone in Seattle. In March of 2010, Mr. Wilkin purchased the bike from a Seattle-based automotive dealership. From Seattle, it was shipped to Brantford’s Canadian Military Heritage Museum where it is currently on display. All things considered, Wilkin was delighted with the condition of his acquisition. The bike’s traditionally chrome parts would have been easy for the enemy to spot and so they didn’t escape the touch of someone who painted the Norton all over in a flat tan colour. Since its arrival in Brantford, the motorcycle has been faithfully and lovingly restored to working condition with the help of Mr. Jim Hip-

kin (owner of Hip’s Cycle in Brantford) and Roger Sharpe (Donald’s friend and fellow museum volunteer). TRACING ITS ROOTS The history of this particular Norton motorcycle is an interesting one. It was purchased by the Seattle auto dealership in early 2010 from the Richard V. Kruse Foundation Inc.’s World War II Victory Museum. For 10 years, the bike was part of the exhibits at the museum (which was established in 1999 by its founders Dean & Kristin Krause, and their sons, Dima and Devin) located in Auburn, Indiana. The majority of the collection at the Krause’s museum came from the former Vintage Memorial Museum that was located in Messancy, Belgium; Donald Wilkin’s Norton motorcycle was a part of that collection. Prior to that, the motorcycle was part of the collection of the Belgium Victory Memorial Museum. This museum located near Arlon, Belgium housed one of the largest collections of allied and axis fighting vehicles and support vehicles in the world, including over 140 specific military vehicles, 50 motorcycles and 279 uniforms from over 11 different nations. This particular Norton’s service history before being housed in the Belgium Museum is still the subject of research and debate. One theory is that since the bike’s yellow headlight bulb is French in origin and one of the tires was manufactured in France, the bike saw military service among French forces and/or post-war French military or civilian use. During WWII, Norton produced over 100,000 motorcycles. The 16H was destined chiefly for the British and Canadian Armies. The 16H was most commonly used as a despatch rider’s bike, and was sometimes used

Norton 16H - on display at the Canadian Military Heritage Museum, Brantford.

to transport carrier pigeons. 16H’s were used both as a solo mount and also with a sidecar. While the 16H underwent many changes, it kept the same engine dimensions (C73mm bore 100mm stroke) throughout its long life. Reconditioned Army Nortons were available long after the end of hostilities in 1945, and a French importer was still selling them as recently as 1975. THE ‘BIG PICTURE’ From the time of its production at the Norton factory in England until it made its way home (and hopefully to its ‘final resting place’) in the Canadian Heritage Military Museum in Brantford, Donald Wilkin’s Norton 16H WD has a rich history spanning over 70 years and two continents. Its restoration (so far) has included parts from all over the world, including the UK, Austria, Belgium and India. It has been a labour of love for all those involved, and Donald Wilkin still finds it in-

credible to think that the whole thing started because of something as simple as a photograph. Sometimes, it appears, a picture IS worth a thousand words…. SPECIFICS The bike at the Brantford museum has engine and frame #W2172, and was part of the 1st British Army WWII wartime contract #C5109 with Norton Motorcycle. The wartime production used a ‘W’ prefix to engine numbers and originally had matching engine and frame numbers. This first contract was for 6,000 16H’s – engine numbers W1000 to W6999 – and commenced production on October 7th, 1939. Unfortunately, little has survived of the wartime production records. Norton reached W1104 on October 10th, 1939; that is the last entry on record. According to the gentlemen researching this motorcycle on display at the museum, it’s likely that W2172 was produced during Oct. or Nov. of 1939.

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Remembering Remembrance Day, originally was a memorial day observed in Commonwealth countries since the end of World War I to remember the members of their armed forces who have died in the line of duty. The Federal Department of Veterans Affairs Canada has since stated; that the date is of “remembrance for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict and peace”; specifically, the First and Second World Wars, the Korean War, and all conflicts since then in which members of the Canadian Forces have participated. We don’t just remember the ones who have given their life and died but also the ones who have offered their life to serve or who have served. As Remembrance Day approaches, our veterans are seen in parades and malls, the poppies come out, the legions are bustling and the traditional moment of silence is given on November 11th in respect and remembrance. The day comes and goes and many forget about it or put it away in their personal archives, but for countless dedicated men and women, it’s not just about one day out the year. Our vets live this day, every-day. From the motorcycle prospective, take Trapper Cane and the 1st CAV riding club members and vets, or Capt. Wayne Johnson of the Wounded Warriors, The Balding Eagles-Heroes Highway Ride organizers, North Wall Riders, Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group, and so many other motorcycle enthusiasts, who devote much of their time all year long to remember and help those who serve(d). They go the extra mile. Some of these riders have served and know first-hand what sacrifices were made and still have to be, to remember and honour. Many vets who have served, not just in previous wars and conflicts, but recent and on-going ones, have issues they deal with, whether physical or emotional and they can’t do it alone. Not all wounds have visible scars. That’s where these riders and/ or the dedicated riding clubs step up. They organize fund raisers, they make visits to veterans and their associations, hold rallies and events with local legions and do their part in assisting and supporting our vets anyway they can. Not just one day out of

the year. The men and women of the armed forces, volunteered to defend our freedomssigned on to help keep this country safe and secure from enemies foreign or domestic, whether they are peace keepers or combat deployed -- they allow us to live our lives day-to-day knowing we are protected. What thanks do we show them? One day? We need to step up people! We can do more. In these tough economical times, we can’t always dig deep with the necessary funds to help all the worthy causes that are near and dear to our hearts but we can assist in other ways. We can appreciate in different ways, we can support in many ways. Volunteer some time, visit a legion or veterans association or home, sit with a vet and talk and give them your attention, shake their hand and say thank you. You’d be surprised how far and deep those gestures will go in saying, thank you for what you have done for me. Whether young or old, these vets are our people. They are neighbors, friends, fathers and mothers, sisters, brothers and children of those around us. They are an intricate part of the foundation of this great country and we can’t let that crumble. Support your veterans, past, present and future and don’t forget your poppy. The red remembrance poppy has become a familiar emblem of Remembrance Day due to the poem “In Flanders Fields”. These poppies bloomed across some of the worst battlefields of Flanders in World War I, their brilliant red colour -- an appropriate symbol for the blood spilled in war.

The Ode of Remembrance They went with songs to the battle, they were young. Straight of limb, true of eyes, steady and aglow. They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted, They fell with their faces to the foe. They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. Lest we forget.

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BMW ConnectedRide Could Help Drivers See Motorcyclists If you have ridden motorcycles for any extended period of time, you likely have had a “moment” with an automobile — it happens to every rider. Motorcycles have a small visual profile when viewed from the front and rear, and we move around in our lanes, favoring the sides or the middle, depending on the road and traffic conditions. We change velocities with ease, accelerate much quicker than a car, and in a predominantly four-wheeled society, drivers are conditioned to look for an automobile in their mirrors, not a motorcycle. I can barely go a week without hearing a story from a fellow motorcyclist about how he or she was cut-off by some “cager” that was either not paying attention, or worse, intentionally out to injure them. The truth is, there is no great car conspiracy to run motorcycles off the road, though some drivers do let their road rage get ahead of them, not realizing that a car is two-ton rolling weapon. A great component to being a seasoned motorcyclist is riding defensively, which includes understanding that lawful riding doesn’t always mean prudent riding. A large portion of my “near misses” I saw before they even happened. A driver on a phone, a car hugging one side of the line, a gap forming in a lane during traffic, all these things are enticements to a driver to change lanes rapidly and without caution. These conditions should also be signals to a rider to be weary of the four-wheeled vehicle near them, as the burden is on us a motorcyclists to ensure our own safety on the road — we are silly to place that burden on someone else, especially someone within the relative safety an automobile provides. When I hear these near-miss stories, what I rarely hear are the events that happened 30 seconds before the incident. Did the motorcyclist change lanes? How long had they been behind / next to / in front of the car in question? Did they see the driver in his or her mirror? If so, what were they doing? Sure, when they came over into your lane, nearly running you off the road, they were legally at fault, but you were in the wrong to think they wouldn’t do such an act.

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oanne and Rob Perttula of Simcoe have taken their Harley on several road trips, across Northern Ontario, throughout parts of Canada and across a good many of the states. When a friend casually mentioned an interesting tour was being organized through the North African country of Morocco, they decided to contact a UK motorcycle tour company called Motocadia and literally the wheels were set in motion for a ride they would never forget. Morocco is on the continent of Africa, officially the Kingdom of Morocco, Al Maghrib. A population of nearly 44 million, its coast reaches from the Atlantic Ocean, past the Straits of Gibraltar and into the Mediterranean. It has international borders with Algeria, Spain and Mauritania to the south. Their journey began in Malaga, Spain where they collected their tour bikes, met their follow tour riders, and prepared to ferry across to Ceuta, Morocco. Rob said that the first thing they had

to get used to was the bike itself – a BMW instead of their familiar Harley. Once they got a feel for that, they were off. This type of tour is not for the novice rider – rather, it is called “spirited riding,” for those with considerable experience as both the terrain and culture provided exciting challenges. Joanne talked about the first real cultural experience they came across, as soon as they disembarked from the ferry. Although the border crossing paperwork had already been arranged for by the tour, each of the many border guards took their turns “helping expedite the process” with an open hand and obvious bribe. Luckily, they had already been instructed to carry only small bills in their wallets, and “to never, ever, give up your passport!” It was also strange and slightly unsettling to both Canadians to witness so many armed troops with machine guns patrolling the area, but they passed through without incident and the adventure began. Each day of the two week tour, they travelled a good distance – between 250 and 300 miles. Rob stated that between the

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As Remembrance Day, not poppy day, Like many of my generation, we have been fortunate to grow up in a time where draws closer, I reflect on those in the miliattitudes were a little looser, when nobody tary who have given their lives and those really minded what you did as long as it who continue to fight so that you and I can Rob affect and Joanne Perttula upaattime one ofessentially the roadside petrol stations the remain free. But who’salong definition didn’t their way of life. gas It was route. Gas waswere available at most stops, although of freedomdiesel is it? is much more commonly when prejudices becoming less tolerused Morocco. It’s seems that we are all a little too sensiated andinwhere we all looked towards each other as fellow Canadians for a sense of Uni- tive, we have become a nation of whiner’s. refer toofbums as Homeless perty. In 1967 were when Montreal We redmust sand dunes the Sahara Desert. They places and we towns of proud interest, the landscape not fatquickly anyhosted world’swith Expo“little and when were overweight able to coverpeople a lot ofareground is arid,the rugged, to seeOntario and no sons, have annearly enlarged physical con-a Place opened it’s doors in the early more, as thethey roads were deserted (to own place finally to overnight.” white trash is ok as longand as they 70’sHaving it became oasis theon heart of Tocar inbut Morocco is most unusual those saidan that, he in went to say that dition a trailer park… er Mobile Homeand Comronto for the all cultures to enjoy. I can thatindo are wealthy city dwellers), the putting miles behind you wasrememhardly live munity Yee Haw! ber watching the CN Tower rise towards uneventful. 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When we think art, the average person thinks Rembrandt, Picasso, Monet-canvas, oil paintings and gallery pieces. But if you talk to a rider, they think pin stripping and air brushed designs depicting their personality, covering the tanks, tins and fairings of their motorcycles and trikes. In my early twenties I met Skinny, an up and coming air brush artist breaking into a business of very few talented painters. He saw the artistry of local brushers-Dennis, Ron Gibbs and Wizard adorning hot rods and home built custom bikes but it was the cool work and extreme talent of Kenny Kay that set Skinny on the path in life he wanted to follow. Armed with a ‘wild’ imagination, an eye for design and the steady hand needed to succeed in a world of creating art on a multidimensional canvas-he hung his shingle for “Wild Air”. Starting out in a small one room store front on Hamilton’s Main Street East, Skinny began his professional journey painting goalie masks, skate boards, guitars and bike parts in-house while travelling to produce large scale murals in bars like Mustang Sally’s and events halls. It wasn’t long before an expansion of the business was needed and thus continued over the years as his shops have grown to accommodate more

space for stock and the supplies needed to create one-off masterpieces-motorcycle art that has gone on to win countless “Best of Paint” awards and trophies around the globe. His artistic talents have been showcased in numerous magazines, on television and part of the Canadian Biker Build-off. Whether it’s the multi-layered themes of imagining, ghosting, flames or his talent for realism portraits, each new Wild Air creation leaps to new bounds. Like many veteran air brush and tattoo artists, his style is uniquely his own and unmistakable in the industry. Skinny is not content in just laying down lines, airing in skulls or pin striping in flames. He takes it a step or two further, adding in shadowing for depth and multi-dimensions, special effects with paint for colour flips or creating actual personalities in the skull’s expressions. He is old school talent with new world technology combined-using top of the line solvent based custom mixed paints-quality colours from the likes of Dupont and House of Kolor, to liquid masking, gold leaf and even presently experimenting with sea shell inlay. He really has no limited boundaries. For the last 22 years, Skinny has made a name for himself in an industry very few have been able to break into. It’s one part chemistry, one part patience, one part skill and a lot of trial & error -- learning as you go. A talented air brush artist is not born over night

and never satisfied with just okay. You spend thousands of hours learning your skill and countless hours on each project-perfecting it. After sitting with his clients and discussing their ideas, needs and budget, Skinny’s artistic mind takes over and the creative juices begin to flow. It’s long hours of prep, layout and design before you even lay paint to a part. Many artists have to envision the final product before you ever begin and only then can steady hands take over and the paint flow. Skinny is unique in his approach, knowing the difficulties of envisioning how all parts of a motorcycle will flow together with the paint theme, while individual parts are separated from the bke in the shop -- he has designed a jig to attach the pieces in order to see what they will look like once reassembled -- kind of a mocked up motorcycle. Fortunately for Skinny he has a very enthusiastic up and coming apprentice to assist in the mild-towild creations and learn from the master. “Ryder” spends countless hours at Wild Air learning this art and after Skinny and the customer are both satisfied with the work, the final phase begins of laying the clear and cutting and polishing all the parts. Nothing goes out the door of Wild Air until Skinny is happy with it. It’s not about reputation, it’s not just his business card-it’s his credo. Contact Wild Air Designs by visitng www. skinnysairbrush.com or call 905-304-2557.

Luke Air Force Base in Arizona was home to Senior Airman, Brian Russell Biggers for six years (from 1999 to 2006). Nowadays, Brian calls Springfield, Missouri, home and he is the owner and operator of a very successful tattoo shop named B-Ink’d. ‘I’ve been tattooing for 11 years and riding for 20,” Brian answered when asked about his life as a civilian. “Both of them are in my blood.” Brian’s first bike was a Harley and he’s never owned or ridden anything else. With that being said, Brian’s dream bike is actually a ‘rat rod’. “You know… ‘rat rod’… a bunch of separate things thrown together,” he explains. “Separate, they’re just a bunch of parts and pieces. Together? They become something personal, just to you; the best of everything you’ve ever known or experienced during the time you’ve been riding.” Brian’s current ride is a Harley Davidson Sportster 883. “At least, it started out that way,” he explains. “But when I say custom? I mean custom! It was built from the frame up. The frame itself was chopped and the swingarm has been extended 6 inches. The front end is a wide glide conversion with a rake, and the entire engine is built by hand from the cases up, with the biggest Cam you can put in them. It has after-market performance push rods and reverse dome high-compression Keith Black pistons. It has the biggest valves you can do on a Sporty and the heads have been flowed and ported and polished. This thing goes on and on and on...” Brian describes riding as ‘The Ultimate Freedom’. “Nothing else matters to me when I’m on my scoot! I wish there was a way that everyone could feel that at least once in their life,” he says. “Riding isn’t just something that I do; it’s a part of who I am. It’s a way of life.” Brian has a soft spot in his heart and his life for all things military. From tattooing The Soldier’s Creed on the outer thigh of a friend who had been mobilized to Haiti to offering discounts and special deals to those who have served, he is a great example of everything that is good when the world of tattoos and bikes ‘collide’. Thanks for your years of service, Brian… and Happy Riding!

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damping. Since forks also act as hydraulic dampers, changing the weight or grade of the fork oil will alter the damping rate. Heading to the rear of the bike, the basic motorcycle swingarm is a like a rectangle, with one short side connected to the motorcycle’s frame with bearings so that it can pivot. The other short side is the rear axle, around which the rear wheel turns. The long sides are connected to the motorcycle’s frame or rear sub-frame with one or two shocks, most often with coil-over springs. When a swingarm is present on only one side of the motorcycle, it is known as a single-sided swingarm. Single-sided swingarms make rear-wheel removal easier, although they generally increase the unsprung weight of the rear suspension; this is due to the additional material required to give identical torsional rigidity to a conventional (twosided) swingarm setup. On many shaft-drive motorcycles, the drive shaft is contained in one of the long sides of the swingarm. Some manufacturers combine a shaft-drive contained in the swing arm with a single-sided swingarm, and the combination is marketed as the ‘Paralever’. For motorcycles with chain drives, the rear axle can be adjusted forward and back in relation to the swingarm to adjust chain tension. The hydraulic shock absorbers used on the rear suspensions of motorcycles are essentially the same as those used in other vehicle applications. Motorcycle shocks do differ slightly in that they nearly always use a coil-over spring. In other words, the spring for the rear suspension is a coil spring that is installed over or around the shock. In terms of adjustment, rear shocks span the range from no adjustments whatsoever to pre-load adjustments only to racing shocks with adjustments for length, pre-load, and four different kinds of damping. Most shocks have internal oil reservoirs, but some have external ones, and some offer air-assisted damping. A number of companies offer custom-built rear shocks for motorcycles. These shocks are assembled for a specific motorcycle and rider combination, taking into account the characteristics of the motorcycle, the weight of the rider, and the rider’s preferred riding style/aggressiveness. Motorcycles with only one shock absorber are called monoshock motorcycles. The performance of monoshock motorcycles is vastly superior to twin shock motorcycles. Accordingly, this design distinction is readily used to categorize motorcycles. On a motorcycle with a mono-shock rear suspension, a single shock absorber connects the rear swingarm to the motorcycle’s frame. Typically, this lone shock absorber is in front of the rear wheel and uses a linkage to connect to the swing arm. Such linkages are frequently designed to give a rising rate of damping for the rear. Mono-shocks are said to eliminate torque to the swingarm and provide more consistent handling and braking. Having only one shock absorber, they tend to be easier to adjust than twin-shock systems. Many riders go through the life of their bike without ever changing the front end fluid or periodically checking their load sets, the air pressure or maintaining their forks and suspension at regular intervals. Like any mechanical component on your motorcycle, maintenance and service is required.

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A Perfect Recipe for Time-Crunched Adventure Seeking Enthusiasts by GAVIN SMITH Contributing Writer - TMT When friends Dawn Larsen and Greg Powell paired their passion for adventure with their love for motorcycling into a timecrunched vacation schedule …it resulted in a fun-packed weekend tour of Northern Ontario’s community roadside attractions. Greg Powell, had just recently moved to Sudbury, Ontario to take on an intern position as Mine Controller for First Nickel and hadn’t had the opportunity to travel much through Northern Ontario. His friend Dawn Larsen, who owns Navigator Marketing was having her company’s busiest year ever with no opportunity for vacation. The pair lamented over dinner at a restaurant one night that they’d like to do something memorable during the summer but equipped with only their busy work schedules, their burning sense of adventure, a desire to travel and their imaginations they decided that a motorcycle trip through Northern Ontario visiting all the community roadside attractions might be the answer. Powell and his Honda Veradaro are no newbies to motorcycle travel. Powell travelled 10 months across the globe from Alaska to Argentina in 2011. “I was fortunate

to see some of the world’s most beautiful scenery from the mountains of Alaska to the penguins in Argentina,” comments Powell. You can read more on his adventures on his blog (www.gregsadventure.com). Powell searched the internet for travel ideas and soon came across a website that identified memorable roadside attractions all over Canada (www.roadsideattractions. ca/ontario.htm). Powell had also read that some tourists brought a tour mascot with them to include in their photos – like the Travelocity gnome so the pair decided to include Eor, the Disney character in all their travel photos as their travel mascot. The pair discussed the trip opportunity and they quickly solidified a plan for two weekends out. Powell mapped out a travel plan using google maps and www.roadsideattractions.ca/ontario.htm. The trip left Sudbury, Ontario on a Friday evening travelling to Marten River then finishing day one in New Liskeard. Day two had the pair leaving New Liskeard and travelling to Hearst. Day three started early Sunday morning from Hearst, through Hornepayne, White River, Sault Ste. Marie all the way back to Sudbury and the big Nickel roadside attraction. As the excitement built for the trip, Larsen posted the pair’s travel plans on face-

book and received overwhelming response back from facebook friends. “I was quite surprised that so many people were really interested in our trip and talked of doing something similar but never actually did it,” says Larsen. “We both thought the trip was exciting for us but that it might seem kind of cheesy to others, but that wasn’t the case,” says Larsen. “Many people asked me to share our roadmap after our trip was done.” When the weekend arrived for the motorcycle trip through Northern Ontario – the pair overcame oil pan repairs and time delays to finally roll out of Sudbury to start their motorcycle adventure. Their first stop; a large bass in Marten River. “It was great travelling with Greg because he is such a seasoned traveller and really has seen some of the world’s most dangerous road conditions. So I knew I was in good hands,” says Larsen. “When we finally arrived in Cobalt, it was too dark to take photos of the Tug Boat and the rail cars, so we headed into New Liskeard and back tracked to Cobalt in the morning to take our photos once again,” says Powell. “There were some breathtaking moments along the trip,” says Larsen. “The awesome scents of nature and awesome sunsets we experienced as we

travelled along the highway were so memorable,” says Larsen “We were fortunate to see a Sandhill Crane in just outside of Opasatika “walked across the highway and we doubled back to get into a position to take some great photos,” says Powell Northern Ontario has some hidden gems of communities with some great character and roadside attractions. Dawn’s favourite was Opasatika and the Pickerel statue. “I had never heard of that community. It was quaint and you could tell they had pride in their community. Honorable mention went to the skidoo tree in Val Gagne “I liked how it used imagination,” says Larsen. Greg’s favourite was the animal scene of moose and wolves in Hearst. Honorable mention went to the Rainbow trout in Sault Saint Marie. “I really enjoyed meeting the people from each community. Everyone was friendly and had a story to share,” says Powell. “We asked people to take our picture at most roadside attractions and we’d tell them what we were doing. They all obliged and seemed so intrigued with our trip, asked a few questions and shared some of their travel stories with us.” When the pair reached Earlton, they drove in a heavy rain and lightning storm. “I’m really sure that the people who make

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The Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle / Vance & Hines drag racing team clinched the 2012 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle championship as rider Ed Krawiec roared to his ninth Pro Stock Motorcycle win of the season and third in a row at the Big O Tires NHRA Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The defending Pro Stock Motorcycle champion now leads the class by 111 points with one event left on the schedule. Only his teammate Andrew Hines remains in contention for the title. “What a great weekend for our team,” said Krawiec. “I had an outstanding Harley-Davidson V-Rod motorcycle to race and I’m relaxed and confident. There’s simply no pressure or stress when I roll up to the line. All I’m thinking about is going to Pomona with a chance to end the season winning four Wallys in a row, which I’ve never done.” Krawiec actually won two events at Las

Vegas. On Saturday he and Hines raced in the last round of qualifying to complete the final elimination round of the Auto-Plus NHRA Nationals, which was postponed by rain on Oct. 8 at Maple Grove Raceway in Reading, Pa. Krawiec won that face-off for his 19th career win and eighth of the season, and pulled ahead of Hines, his closest rival for the championship, by 51 points. Earlier in qualifying, Krawiec rode his Harley V-Rod to an Elapsed Time of 6.902 seconds to claim the top spot for Sunday eliminations for the fifth time this season. On Sunday, Krawiec made his last appearance of the season on a Harley V-Rod with a special Hard Candy Pink Flake paint scheme and matching leathers, the end of a monthlong effort to raise breast cancer awareness. For the season finale at Pomona, both Screamin’ Eagle V-Rods will revert to the traditional Black/Silver paint schemes.

Jorge Lorenzo’s journey to his two MotoGP™ premier class titles began at the age of three when he entered in minicross competitions in his native Mallorca, followed by junior motocross and a 50cc Copa Aprilia title in the Spanish Championship – an entry he was only granted with special permission. Lorenzo subsequently became the youngest ever rider to enter a World Championship race. Turning fifteen – the minimum age for Grand Prix participation back then - on the second day of practice for the 2002 Spanish race at Jerez, he made his debut on board a Derbi 125cc at a track where he would enjoy much success over the next few years. With the switch to 1000cc at the start of 2012 Lorenzo and his Yamaha made a terrific start by winning the opening round

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in Qatar after a hard fought battle with the Repsol Hondas. From that point on the Spaniard went on to take five further wins and ten second-places, only once failing to finish a race after being taken out by Álvaro Bautista in Assen. The race at Phillip Island proved a dramatic one as his main rival Dani Pedrosa crashed out early on, with Lorenzo needing only a three-point finish or more to clinch the title. He however didn’t hold back and climbed on the podium once more to take his second premier-class title. Yamaha Factory Racing’s Jorge Lorenzo made history in the AirAsia Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island today, as he became the first Spanish rider to win the premier-class title more than once, after coming second and securing an insurmountable 43-point cushion with one race left.

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by BRENT WAKEFORD Editor-In-Chief Every now and then, a product comes along that leads you to wonder how you ever lived without it. I recently had the pleasure of discovering an innovative motorcycle product that can not only eliminate a stock component on your motorcycle, but one that if not so factory equipped, will just make life on the road so much more enjoyable. The product? Aeromach Mfg. Cruisin’ Pegs! Aeromach’s patented floorboard mounted footrest system designed for metric and Harley-Davidson floorboards are not only practical but very stylish as well. Whether you’re looking to eliminate your existing crash bar highway peg set-up or add something to your motorcycle to get that ‘stretched out, comfortable ride’ for local or long distance travel, this is a product that can provide you with the answer to both wishes. TMT contacted Paul Aiken at Aeromach Mfg. in North Carolina after a subscriber inquired about an alternative to highway bars and pegs for his floorboard-equipped cruiser; the company shipped a set to TMT that very day. ‘Made in the USA’ was the first thing that piqued my interest. These set-ups are designed for riders who are 5’6” and taller who are simply looking for a more comfortable way to ride. The Aeromach USA Cruisin’ Pegs are built to reduce fatigue by providing an alternate foot location, and since the peg is beveled, your heel rests comfortably and secure on the peg. No matter your size or inseam, Aeromach’s Cruisin’ Pegs are the answer to the question of increased comfort in the saddle. The pegs are designed to mount to the underside of stock Harley Traditional or similar Indian floorboards, but are also available for the late model swept-wing style Harley boards. Cruisin’ Pegs have 3 position adjust-

ments: Up close (same distance as the brake pedal), Middle or ‘Way Out’ for riders who are 6’3” and up. When mounted to the floorboards, Cruisin’ Pegs have the same, clean look of a pair of forward controls and will also work with factory engine guards. They also come in three different styles: Smooth, Balled Mill or Tribal. Installation of the Cruisin’ Pegs took less than an hour per side, and the pegs came with a detailed installation guide, making this an easy step-by-step process, requiring only basic tools for installation. These beautiful, chrome-plated CNC machined T6 6061 aircraft quality aluminum parts scream of the craftsmanship that is synonymous with a precision part.

Accompanying the parts are top-quality hardware pieces (with nylon nuts that don’t require the installer to need lock washers).

After removal of the rubber upper footboard, we used the strengthening support plate as a template to mark the attachment bolt holes and step-drilled them out.

Once the plate was installed, everything moved along quickly, including the assembling of the mounting block under the floorboard, then the tribal flame arm then pegs .

We sat on the bike and measured for proper leg length by loosening the adjustment bolt and rotating the complete arm back and forth until we found the best of three adjustment holes that provided us with the suitable riding position.

The peg itself can also be adjusted by changing the camber of the peg, whether you prefer it further out or in. A quick tightening of all hardware, the re-installation of the upper floorboard, and we were off into the wind for a test ride. What a difference this product makes in riding position and comfort! The pegs were in just the right location, keeping the rider’s knees slightly bent, with no obstruction in

place for coming off the peg and onto the brake pedal or in to the shifter. They also had just the right angle to run the heel of the boot on floorboard and the tip of the toe on the peg (if that is your preferred riding style). The three different foot positions that are available when utilizing these pegs, were very comfortable. With vibration reduced by 40%, Aeromach is certain you will be satisfied not only with the look and finish of their highway pegs, but also with their fit, installation and performance.

Additional Points of Interest: Aeromach Manufacturing started out by manufacturing parts for M-1 tanks, helicopters and space shuttle components. When the aerospace industry started to slow down, then owner and founder, Richard Fouhy, began the construction of parts for his own ride; a 1981 Shovel Head. The company expanded by branding a line of bike parts. Just like any savvy entrepreneur, Richard took what he knew and expanded upon it to manufacture a quality product that became instantly recognized by the motorcycle community. Aeromach made its mark again when its design team created a line of mirrors that are not only incredibly functional but sharp to look at as well. In 2009, Aeromach was acquired by Mr. Paul Aiken and relocated to North Carolina. Today, the company is committed to carry on the tradition of quality products made in the USA that Richard established in the early days of Aeromach. In 2012, Aeromach became the exclusive US distributor of ‘Highway Hawk’ motorcycle parts and accessories. ‘Highway Hawk’ is based in The Netherlands, and is celebrating 41 years in the parts business. They have an extensive line of multi-fit as well as bike-specific accessories like mirrors, risers, tail light trim, light visors, lighting and much more. ‘Highway Hawk’ is available at local dealers across the US, as well as on line at www.aeromachmfg.com

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EVENTS Check our online EVENTS section. Monthly Calendar format with Google Map support and it’s printable. www. themotorcycletimes.ca December 7 - 9th, 2012 Toronto Motorcycle Show The Toronto Motorcycle Show is the biggest manufacturers show in Ontario! Enjoy a wideranging and exciting line-up of exhibitors that celebrates the motorcycle lifestyle. From the open road, to the track and to the trail, this is your chance to see the newest models from the big names, plus the latest in apparel, accessories and touring destinations - all under one roof. The Show is jam-packed with special features and events that are sure to please riders of all ages, including the kids. Mark the dates now on your calendar and make plans to join us in early December at the Toronto Motorcycle Show. January 4 - 6th, 2013 Int. Motorcycle Show With over 500 exhibitors and over 1,000 motorcycles on display. A true shopping extravaganza, the Motorcycle Supershow hosts hundreds of

exhibits. In addition to the unveiling of the new Motorcycles the Motorcycle SUPERSHOW has the largest display of Motorcycles, Non-current and Preowned Bikes, Aftermarket Parts and Accessories, Rider Apparel and Helmets, Performance Equipment, Trailers, Travel Destinations, Custom Bike Builders, and a full range of Leather Fashions. The Motorcycle supershow offers the largest marketplace in North America for Everything in Motorcycling. Set in an atmosphere of fun and excitement, the Motorcycle Supershow also offers a full weekend of entertainment on 3 stages, including special guests, live bands, custom bike displays, and fashion shows, as well as more than 100 motorcycle clubs, rallies and rides on display at the Motorcycle Supershow. FREE Parking! Show Times Fri 10-10pm, Sat 10-10pm , Sun 10-6pm. Adults $20, Youths (6-12 years) $5. Children under 6 admitted free. The Toronto International Centre 6900 Airport Road, (at Derry Road) April 13 - 14th, 2013 National Motorcycle Show

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The 32nd Annual National Motorcycle & Tattoo Show will be held April 13 and 14 at the Better Living Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto. Back by popular demand will be the many vendors selling new and used bikes, parts, accessories, clothing and much more at great pre-season pricing. The custom and vintage motorcycles showcasing classic and custom models of today and yesterday are on display competing for cash and awards. This is THE event to meet and great with like minded motorcycle enthusiasts. Last year saw the introduction of tattoo artisans in attendance tattooing right at the show. This was a resounding success, and plans are to expand this area for 2013. New this year, there will be a Show and Shine area for attendees who ride their bikes to the show. Join others who brave whatever April weather brings! The used bike lot and motorcycle auction will also return. Check for updates on a GREAT DEAL for those selling their bike at the show.. Look for web updates, and check us out on facebook too. For further information, 705-778-2275. www. nationalmotorcycleshow.com

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GRAND RIVER POWERSPORTS 1264 Colborne St. E. Brantford 519-759-8140 www.grandriverpowersports.ca

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*Limited time purchase financing offer for 60 months on select new, unused 2010, 2011, or 2012 Kawasaki models sold by participating authorized Canadian Kawasaki Motors Dealers, available on approved credit. Financing provided by TD Financial Services. Representative financing example based upon $12,000 financed at 4.9% APR, with $0 down, with equal monthly payments of $225.91 for 60 months. Cost of borrowing is $1,554.31 for a total obligation of $13,554.31. Minimum finance amount of $5000.00 before applicable taxes. Down payment may be required. Freight, license, insurance, applicable taxes and registration fees are extra. Dealer may sell for less. Program subject to change/cancellation without notice. See dealer for complete details. Offer ends December 31, 2012. Offer cannot be combined with any other special offers.