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Harley-Davidson’s Has a Big Problem and It’s Not Just Trump.

In a world of planned obsolescence gone mad, one company is still making reliable products–and it’s a huge problem. Harley-Davidson (HOG, -1.27%) motorcycles don’t wear out quickly, in function or in style, and it means the company is competing against its own used motorcycles for sales. In the U.S. there are now three used Harleys sold for each new one—a decade age, the ratio was reversed, the Wall Street Journal reports—and it’s bringing down the company’s revenues. But supply isn’t the only thing that’s brought Harley-Davidson sales down for the last three years running. Demand for the motorcycles has also shifted as the baby boomers who propped up the company in the 1980s age out of motorcycle-riding and a younger generation with less cash and different lifestyles replaces them. Gone are the days of the rider and the open road; buyers now consider their growing families and freeway traffic when thinking about a new bike. And it’s not just customers causing problems for the legacy American brand’s sales. The company was caught in political crossfire over the summer when it announced it would move some production overseas in order to avoid retaliatory tariffs levied by Europe in response to the ones imposed by President Trump. Trump later said he would support a boycott of the company if it followed through with these plans. (Trump’s boycott call hasn’t stopped the Secret Service from moving to buy new Hogs, however.)

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Flat Track Racer built for the Road Indian’s highly anticipated production model inspired by the dominant FTR750 flat track race bike and FTR1200 Custom concept finally makes its official debut, accompanied by a sporty S model to boot Here is the bike that could change the American motorcycle industry. The FTR 1200 and FTR 1200 S are allnew for 2019. These are very significant motorcycles because they represent the first ones in Indian’s modern history

that aren’t cruisers. These could be considered standard bikes, naked bikes, or roadsters, offering up a neutral yet sporty riding position instead of the laidback ergonomics found in the company’s other offerings. These bikes have an all-new frame and engine unique to the FTR 1200 lineup. Indian is making it sound like this new modular platform and engine will be the basis of more new motorcycles in the future. Since pretty much every component of these bikes is brand new, there’s a lot to unpack here.

The engine is a liquid-cooled 1203cc Vtwin that kicks out very respectable performance numbers of 120 horsepower and 85 pound-feet of torque. It’s linked to a six-speed manual transmission with a power-assisted slipper clutch. By comparison, the 1130cc V-twin that powers the Scout makes 100 hp and 72 lb-ft of twist. That means the FTR is positioned above the Scout line and below the bigger Chief in Indian’s lineup, and it’s reflected in prices of $15,999 for the FTR 1200 and $18,499 for the FTR 1200 S. There’s a new continued on PG. 03

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FTR Built for the Road steel trellis frame and aluminum subframe with an asymmetrical single-side rear shock mount. Various aluminum components throughout the frame help keep the weight down; the FTR 1200 coming in at 488 pounds dry, and the S model weighs a single pound more. That’s more than 40 pounds lighter than a Scout. The front suspension is made up of 43-millimeter upside down cartridge forks with 5.9 inches of travel, and the side-mounted rear suspension can move an equal amount. It’s here that one of the

key differences between the FTR 1200 and FTR 1200 S can be found: the S model has gold front forks (which aren’t Öhlinssourced) and the rear monoshock has an aluminum piggyback reservoir with compression adjustment. Both models have preload and rebound adjustments in the rear and the S model has adjust-

able preload, compression, and rebound both front and back. Stopping power comes courtesy of Brembo with a pair of four-piston calipers on the dual-disc brakes up front and a two-piston unit grabbing the singledisc in the rear. ABS is standard on all FTR models which is always a plus at

this price point. The FTR 1200 gets a fairly normal analog gauge cluster, but the S model gets a customizable 4.3-inch Ride Command touchscreen with Bluetooth. Other perks of the S model include lean-angle sensitive stability control, traction control, and wheelie mitigation continued on PG. 09

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For as long as I have been riding and for probably decades before that, there has been an ongoing debate about our current helmet law. The law was put in place to help protect both you and I in the event of an accident or from any unexpected impact to your skull while riding. I agree with the laws ideals and intentions, it does help prevent injury to some extent. Some argue that a helmet becomes nothing more than a container when a serious accident occurs — it helps keep your bits and pieces in one piece as it were for first responders rather than to have to search for a missing eyeball or, well you get the picture. But does a helmet really do that much good? Many U.S. states have abandoned the helmet law all together. Seems that some law makers are not convinced that it makes much difference either way in the event of an impact. Recently in the news, the province of Alberta was the most recent province to adapt their helmet law to exempt turban-wearing Sikhs from having to wear a helmet when riding a motorcycle. After doing a bit of research into this, I then discovered that our own Premier has promised the Sikh community that we would introduce legislation to also exempt turban-wearing Sikhs here in Ontario. What’s wrong with this picture? Whether or not you agree with the current law, riding a motorcycle in Ontario, is a choice not a right and if you choose to ride, then you must wear a hemet. If for some reason, you can’t or won’t wear the required safety equipment, then its simple, you don’t ride. Ahhh, but

it seems, it’s not that simple. You see Premier Ford knows that the only way he gets elected is by those who cast their ballots with his name checked off. One way to ensure that he remains in good standings with his electorate is to make sure he lives up to promises. One of those promises was made to the Sikh community. It just so happens that Ontario has the highest percentage of Sikhs in all of Canada, followed by British Columbia and of course friendly Alberta, what a coincidence. Personally, I have nothing against the Sikh community, in fact, after doing some research on their culture, religion and beliefs, I have a tremendous respect for Sikhs. I must commend their community for standing up to our government to affect change. For example, our helmet law, and doing it with votes. Seems that everyone else is just sitting back quietly being good little Canadians. If it wasn’t for the news about Alberta, I am confident that Premier Ford would have slipped this little exemption past the riding community as quietly as possible. Only when it was all signed, sealed and delivered, would he make the news public. So, what is my point? Our laws affect every aspect of our lives every day. Laws give us rules of conduct that are meant to serve and protect all citizens wholly and equally. And to ensure a safe and peaceful society for all its people. It applies the same law to everyone equally. Not just for segments of a population. Long gone, are the laws that divided the Americas simply because of skin colour. If

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a law is no longer effective in doing what it was intended for all people, get rid of it. If a law is outdated, get rid of it, but don’t modify it for certain circumstances or individuals since that defeats the purpose of a law. Although the Sikh community does have a legitimate argument about the wearing of helmets, it’s more about having to remove the turban, not merely because it’s an inconvenience, but because its part of their core beliefs and removing it goes against everything they hold sacred. Unfortunately, this also means that those who currently wear turbans have to make choices, and right now that choice is whether or not to wear a helmet to ride. So what’s the answer? I believe that Premier Ford will get his legislation passed granting exemption to those in the Sikh community who want to ride. It is really the only mandatory law for riders in the interest of their safety. So to be unbiased to all those who do ride, give us that same option. Get rid of the helmet law altogether in Ontario, make it fair and equal for all riders. Wearing a helmet then becomes a personal choice. Removing our helmet law is (in my opinion) the right thing to do and the only real choice in light of recent news and what’s expected to transpire. Contact your local MPP and put pressure on him or her to have this law taken completely off the books. It’s the only fair result for all riders in Ontario. Let it be our choice to make.

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German group Bosch has announced the final testing phase of a package of new technologies that will significantly improve the safety of motorcycling. The first and most unusual technique is a system of tilt sensors of the motorcycle, the clutch wheel with the road surface and the battery jet. When the system detects loss of traction or too much slope on the side closest to the road, produced in a jet stream, which aligns the tilt of the bike. While these micro-engines are disposable, but the representatives of the company promised to modify the system.

The second innovation is familiar to motorists complex that detects possible collision. He will alert the rider by the sound of an approaching vehicle. The interest of journalists was caused by the possibility of installation of warning systems on the motorcycle helmet. A third technique is to monitor the blind zones to the driver that is currently one of the most serious problems in riding motorcycles. The company has already signed agreements on the implementation of the above modifications in the models Multistrada bikes from manufacturer Ducati and KTM 1290 Super Duke.

Yamaha announces return of MT series, Tracer 900 and more

Yamaha Motor Canada continues to roll out its 2019 motorcycle lineup with the release of the 2019 MT series, Tracer 900, FJR1300ES and a pair of scooters, the SMAX and BWs 125. The MT series of naked motorcycles will once again include the MT-07, MT-09 and MT-10. The MT-07 (formerly FZ-07) was updated in 2018 with new styling and suspension, and remains a major player in the middleweight naked class thanks to its lively 685 cc inline twin and nimble chassis. The MT-09 (formerly FZ-09), the bike that rocked the industry when it debuted in 2014, returns with all the hallmarks that have made it a top-selling motorcycle in Canada. Lastly, the aggressive-looking MT-10 continues to prey on the naked class with its R1-derived engine and standard quickshifter. Yamaha’s two key sport touring mod-

els also return for 2019, the FJR1300ES and the Tracer 900. The FJR1300ES comes with standard electronic suspension and creature comforts like heated grips, cruise control, an electronically adjustable windshield and 61 litres of storage capacity. Meanwhile, the Tracer 900 (formerly FJ-09) offers plenty of sport performance combined with a relaxed riding position for touring comfort. Leading the 2019 Yamaha scooter lineup are the 155 cc SMAX and slightly smaller BWs 125, a pair of urban weapons with ample storage and enough punch to keep up with road traffic. For full details including pricing, colour options, specs and accessories, visit www. yamaha-motor.ca. Stay tuned as Yamaha Motor Canada continues to announce the rest of the 2019 model range!

Harley-Davidson Makes Deeper Commitment to Electric Motorcycles

A new R&D facility dedicated solely to electric vehicles signals that the motorcycle company is serious. Arguably the most remarkable item contained in the Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) roadmap for the future published at the end of July was the number and type of electric vehicles it plans to produce. Not only did More Roads to HarleyDavidson highlight the much-touted LiveWire electric motorcycle scheduled for release next year, but it also showcased four other vehicles due by 2022, albeit all concept in nature, that even include electric-assisted bicycles -- bikes (literally) that require you to pedal but with the effort helped along by battery power. And to show just how committed the motorcycle maker is to an electrified future, it just announced it was opening a new research-and-development facility in Silicon Valley that will initially focus exclusively on electric vehicle technologies such as batteries, electronics, and EV design. You have to admit it’s a dramatic evolution for a motorcycle company that built its business and reputation on gears, grease, oil, and gas. Smaller is better The focus on a portfolio of electrified motorcycles and bicycles is part of HarleyDavidson’s strategic vision to attract more riders to the brand. It has said that over the next 10 years, it wants to bring in two million new riders, build 100 new models, and grow its international business to half of its total sales volume. The new electrics should help all three. Although new smaller-engine-displacement models of less than 500 cubic centimeters, targeted for foreign markets, will garner the lion’s share of Harley-Davidson’s $225 million to $275 million capital investment plan through 2022, electric vehicles are expected to receive a good chunk as well. E-bikes are growing in popularity around the world, mostly in China, where tens of millions are sold annually, but also increasingly in Europe. The market analysts at Navigant forecast global e-bike sales are expected to grow to $24.4 billion by 2025, a 55% rise from the $15.7 billion

in revenue seen in 2016. North American growth will be much less than elsewhere in the world, but with 16 million regular bicycles sold annually, in-country growth is seen as having big potential. Not much spark in electric motorcycles Still, that’s potentially a problem for Harley-Davidson as it tries to force a market here. Fewer than 1,000 high-power electric motorcycles like the LiveWire were sold in North America and Europe last year, and just 5,000 to 6,000 mid-power bikes were sold. While 1.8 million lightweight urban bikes were sold, they also have the slowest growth rate. There’s nothing to suggest buyers will turn to Harley-Davidson for their electric vehicle needs when they’re already being serviced by existing manufacturers who have substantial experience in the space and more credibility in being enviro-friendly. Harley did partner with electric dirt bike manufacturer Alta Motors earlier this year, taking an equity stake in the company, but rumors recently surfaced that the two have all but parted ways. Industry site Asphalt & Rubber says it’s learned that rather than co-producing two electric motorcycles under the Harley brand, Alta Motors will develop the next generation of its well-regarded Redshift brand on its own, or perhaps with a new partner. A&R also speculated Harley could go it alone as well, writing, “Developing its own electric technology, its own models, and its own foreign infrastructure and dealerships abroad, this could be just the start of Harley-Davidson investing in a more solid future, as it quietly sunsets its baby-boomer centric business plan over the next five to ten years.” Key takeaway With the announcement of a new R&D center in Silicon Valley for which it is now actively hiring, it could very well mean the motorcycle giant has a new vision of its electric future. Harley-Davidson is certainly proving it is committed to electric vehicles and willing to make a radical departure from its past, but whether that is what it actually needs to recharge sales is something investors can only wait and see.

BMW is teaching this motorcycle to drive itself — so it can help save lives BMW says its autonomous vehicle will help boost the safety and handling of conventional motorcycles. Self-driving cars have quickly moved from a far-out idea to a here-and-now reality. Now one German automaker has built a self-driving motorcycle — one that can start, accelerate, steer and brake to stop, all without a rider. No one is looking to fill the roads with riderless motorcycles. Rather, BMW sees its autonomous motorcycle as a test bed for technologies that would improve the safety and handling of conventional motorcycles. “We want to teach the motorcycle how to ride a bike,” said Stefan Hans, the engineer who leads the self-driving motorcycle project for BMW Motorrad, the company’s motorcycling division. BMW’s self-driving motorcycle resembles the $22,000 R 1200 GS model on which it’s based,

except for the equipment cases mounted alongside and above the rear wheel that house the selfdriving computer and other electronics. A radio antenna mounted at the back receives instructions from test engineers and sends real-time data on the performance of the motorcycle and its selfdriving systems. The motorcycle is steered via a small electromechanical actuator developed by the project team, Hans said, with other actuators controlling the throttle, clutch, gears and brakes. There are no sensors to detect obstacles in its path, as the motorcycle is only being tested on a track near BMW’s headquarters in Munich. Some modern motorcycles are already equipped with antilock braking systems (ABS), traction control and other rider-assist technologies that are commonplace in automobiles. But with these systems “the rider has to act first and

the system can reduce brake pressure or engine torque if otherwise the motorcycle would become unstable,” Hans said. “In my opinion, future systems should be able to look ahead a few seconds and inform, warn or intervene before the situation becomes dangerous.” Would motorcyclists welcome such technologies? Zack Courts, a motorcycle journalist who co-hosts a show on the Motor Trend channel, isn’t so sure. “I think there will be a lot of riders who will hate the idea of the bike trying to predict anything,” Courts told NBC News MACH in an email. “Then again, there were, and are still, lots of riders with a lack of faith in ABS or traction control, when the fact is those are good safety systems to have. ... I’ve learned that even if new technology isn’t perfect right away, it has the potential to help keep us all safer.”

Hans declined to give details on BMW’s plans for development of the new technologies, saying only that he was confident that the ongoing work on the self-driving motorcycle would lead to changes in conventional motorcycles.

Dan Schmalle, of Poulsbo, used a 1962 Honda Superhawk motorcycle he built to set a land speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats. The record may only stand until next year, but for now, the bragging rights are all his. POULSBO – The white surface stretches out for miles – harsh, yet smooth – salty and absolutely perfect for speed. Off in the distance, the Silver Island Mountains poke at the Utah sky. “It’s like you’re on another planet,” Dan Schmalle says, remembering his experience at Bonneville’s iconic salt flats late last month. He sits on his 1962 Honda Superhawk, bundled up in safety gear, ready for the ride of his life. He’s given the OK, and he begins his ride out, throttling up the motorcycle he built in his basement, screaming in a release of pure joy. “I was actually running a land speed race at Bonneville,” he says. This is a day he will not soon forget. In a blur, he blazes across those famous salt flats and reaches the other end of the course. There are tears in his eyes when

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he finishes that first run. He’s checked an item off his bucket list. The wind kicks up in the afternoon, and Dan isn’t able to complete the second run that same day necessary to secure a record. So he’s back the next day – now a hardcore racer, he says – determined to get his two runs done, his eyes on a land speed record. Salt fever Dan had always had a DIY, hands-on streak. For 20 years he was a pastry chef and since 1995 he and his wife Eileen run the Bottlehead Corporation, a Bainbridge Island-based company that manufactures vacuum tube audio kits and high-end finished tube audio products. Dan, now 62, built his first model at a young age: the Challenger 1, a vehicle that racing legend Mickey Thompson used at Bonneville in 1960 to become the first American to drive past 400 mph. Dan read about it, and it kicked off his interest in land speed racing. In 2016, Dan finally made a trip to Utah, stepped out on that famous racing setting and watched others streak across the Bonneville Salt Flats on their motorcycles. It was probably inevitable: already a motorcycle enthusiast, he caught salt fever. He began looking up rules and information about the event on his way home. Back in his garage in Poulsbo sat boxes of motorcycle parts he’d bought off Craigslist for $300. The boxes contained maybe 70 percent of one motorcycle, the wrong gas tank, bits and pieces from oth-

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Sans Helmet Sikh’s By Scott MacDonald For some time there has been a debate about exempting turban-wearing Sikhs from wearing helmets in order to ride motorcycles in Canada. Recent reports have concluded that three western Canadian provinces have voted in favour of this exemption, most recently was the province of Alberta who amended it’s laws regarding the helmet law. Here at home this debate has been going on since early in 2008 when a Brampton man lost his court battle against the Ontario motorcycle helmet law. The Judge found that overturning the existing law would abandon a reasonable safety standard. In 2014 and 2016 motions were introduced in our provincial parliament to attempt to amend the helmet law in Ontario but resulted in the motion becoming stalled after it’s first reading. That’s about as close as this motion has come in Ontario to becoming passed into law. It’s now 2018 and our season winds to a close but with the most recent news of Alberta’s change, there is talk coming from Premier Doug Ford that his government plans to introduce legislation allowing turban-wearing Sikhs to be exempt from having to wear helmets. Members of a Sikh Motorcycle Club here in Ontario have had to resort to riding on four wheels rather than two because it’s illegal to ride a motorcycle with a turban instead of an approved helmet. “We are basically incomplete without the turban,” said Jagdeep Singh, a representative of the group. We have to be able to wear it in all aspects of life, which includes riding motorcycles.” Singh added it’s difficult to take the turban on and off for religious reasons, the process takes several minutes. “We cannot be expected to take off the turban, put the helmet on, and then go into a Tim Horton’s and put the turban on again,” he said. As is common in todays contemporary society, there are those in the Sikh community who choose not to wear the Turban for personal reasons. According to Savjot Singh Brar “Being a Sikh is not just about

wearing a turban, it is driven by other set principles such as, Work honestly, Pray to God, share your meals and helping the helpless. Outer look should not matter until you do not follow these basic principles. The Turban was introduced by 10th Guru more as a symbol of uniformity, so that a Sikh can be recognized in crowd of people. It is one of the 5 symbols that a baptized Sikh has to wear all the times. In cases where someone needs help or there is an emergency or for humanity sake all these symbols can be dropped to follow the basic principle of serving the humanity. The Turban is an integral part of Sikhism but humanity comes first.” As a licensed rider, I am required by law to wear an approved helmet. I wear that helmet because I choose to ride a motorcycle. In Ontario wearing an approved helmet is not up for debate, it’s the law. It has been argued that this exemption supports the belief that a turban can be considered a substitute for a helmet. Is there more to this story that no one is talking about. Could this be about election votes? Promises made behind closed doors? Alberta has the third highest Sikh population in Canada with Ontario and British Columbia leading the way. It’s no coincidence that our elected officials are giving into demands, nae, requests by Sikh communities to have the helmet laws changed. A spokesperson for Premier Doug Ford stated the premier is planning on introducing legislation this winter that would exempt turban-wearing Sikhs in Ontario from having to wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle and added that the Ministry of Transportation was currently reviewing Ontario’s mandatory helmet law, a promise made at a closed roundtable meeting. In Ontario, as is the case with the rest of the world at least since the last time I checked, riding a motorcycle was a choice one makes, much like swimming, playing sports etc. Changing a law for one group of society is simply not the right approach. Good or bad the helmet law in Ontario is for all riders protection. If the government is going to amend its helmet law, it should do so for all riders. At least then it is fair across the board. Those who want that protection can wear a helmet, those who choose not to, well, take your chances, this is a free country isn’t it?

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The word Sikh means student. According to the Sikh Rehit Maryada, a Sikh is defined as “any human being who faithfully believes in One Immortal God; ten Gurus, from Guru Nanak to Guru Gobind Singh; Guru Granth Sahib; the teachings of the ten Gurus and has faith and belief in the Amrit initiation of the tenth Guru; and who does not owe allegiance to any other religion” The Sikh faith is the fifth largest world religion with over 25 million devotees worldwide. It is a monotheistic religion founded in 1469, by Guru Nanak. It holds as its basic tenets, the equality of mankind, the equality of men and women, and the fundamental equality of all religions. A Sikh will undergo an induction ceremony, similar for both men and women, to be recognized as an Amritdhari Sikh, who then adopts the five articles of faith.

Sikh Code of Conduct Sikhs follow the Rehit Maryada or Sikh code of conduct which establishes guidelines for a spiritual lifestyle. This includes rising daily before sunrise for meditation and prayer and also basic rules of morality shared by people of all faiths, initiated Sikhs cannot cut or remove the hair on their body, use intoxicants such as tobacco or liquor, etc., eat meat or engage in extra-marital sexual relations.

Five Articles of Faith 1. kesh – unshorn hair symbolizing acceptance of God’s will; the hair must be kept covered at all times with a keski or dastaar (turban or head-covering) representing spiritual wisdom; 2. kangha – a wooden comb representing self-discipline; worn in the hair and used to keep it neat and tidy; 3. kara – an iron or steel bracelet worn on the wrist; the circle signifies the oneness and eternity of God and to use one’s hands for the benefit of humanity; 4. kachhera – cotton undergarment representing high moral character and restraint; 5. kirpan – a stylized representation of a sword, which must be worn sheathed, re strained in a cloth belt, and next to the

Many people who self-identify as Sikh do not keep the Sikh articles of faith. That is a personal choice and each person progresses on their spiritual journey at a different pace. body; the kirpan signifies the duty of a Sikh to stand up against injustice. Most kirpans range in size from 6 to 9 inches in length.

The Significance of the Turban To understand the spiritual significance of the turban, one must understand the history and philosophy of the Sikhs. Sikhs are vehemently opposed to the differential treatment of people for reasons such as gender, race, or religion, which is reflected in Sikh teachings, philosophies, and practices. They believe in the abolishment of class distinctions (like a caste system of social hierarchy) and denounce the persecution of individuals on the basis of distinctions like race, creed, gender, ethnicity, belief, tradition or lifestyle. Sikh Scripture remains universally unique in that it demonstrates many of the principles of equality that Sikhs believe in. Women are given a significant role in Sikh scriptures, which are in many places written in the feminine voice and reflect a belief in a God who is referred to as both mother and father. Guru Nanak (1469-1539) inspired people to feel the presence of God through hard work, family, community service and defence of the downtrodden. A cornerstone of his philosophy was the emancipation of women, who faced significant discrimination in 16th century India. In the society in which Guru Nanak lived, women were required to cover their faces before men, as a sign of humility and respect for men, who held a higher so-

cial status then women. Guru Nanak rejected this tradition, and stated that no woman should be required to cover her face before man, since God had created men and women as equals. Both Sikh men and women were enjoined to cover their heads as a mark of respect and humility before God and in doing so the Sikh faith reinforced the fundamental equality of both men and women. Over the centuries the wearing of the turban has become an integral component of the Sikh identity and a sacred article of faith.

Wearing of the Turban For practicing Sikhs, the turban is essential to their identity, and removing it is inconceivable. The turban not only serves a spiritual function, as noted above (ie. to reflect the Sikh belief in gender equality, humility, and the supremacy of God), but also serves the practical function of covering, and keeping in place the uncut hair of a Sikh. The turban is not a religious symbol but an article of faith. While items like a crucifix or other jewelry are optional, the turban is mandatory and cannot be removed. Symbols are simply representations of the real object. The turban has a religious significance but it is much more than just a symbol. The identity of the Sikh is reflected in the wearing of the turban. The turban is not like a hat in that it cannot simply be put on and taken off. It is carefully tied every day. It is worn at all times indoors and outdoors by observant

Sikhs. There are various styles and sizes of turban. Younger children often wear a patka which is a square piece of cloth tied on the head. At home or for sleep, a smaller turban or keski is worn in place of the larger turban. Depending on personal preference, wearers choose different colours or fabrics for the turban. It is inconceivable that Sikhs who keep their unshorn hair would not cover it with a turban. As the turban is such an integral part of the Sikh identity, being forced to remain without it is tantamount to asking Sikhs to do something which is completely against their beliefs. Sikhs believe that God is everywhere, and as a sign of respect for God, and a reflection of their humility and belief in equality between men and women, Sikhs wear the turban everywhere. Just as an individual would be extremely embarrassed in having to appear in a state of undress, a Sikh would feel a similar level of humiliation in being forced to remove the turban. Bodies across Canada such as police forces and the Canadian Border Security Agency hold the removal of the turban to be tantamount to a strip search.

Sikhs who don’t wear the Turban Just as in any community there are different levels of observance. Many people who self-identify as Sikh do not keep the Sikh articles of faith. That is a personal choice and each person progresses on their spiritual journey at a different pace.

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Although I am writing this article in early September - “the most wonderful time of the year” for many parents, it is October as you read this. And for bikers that live in regions of four seasons, it is the beginning of the season of our discontent. At this time of the year, we all relish random days that are sunny, dry and relatively warm. We’re even prepared to put up with sunny, dry and cool. But whatever the temperature, the calendar is marking the end of the regular riding season. Some riders I know choose to rip off the bandage decisively by winterizing and putting their bikes away on a certain date. “My Beloved” and I – ever optimistic – leave our bikes in summer mode until late in the riding season, always confident that the gift of an autumn riding day will appear. And we’ve had some spectacular fall rides. Because Sarnia-Lambton is located adjacent to Lake Huron, the land stays warmer later into the fall. The route alongside the St Clair River can tease us into believing it’s still summer. Even the countyside, full of red and gold leaves and crops, boasts great riding late into the fall. The decision to ride into the fall depends a great deal on what you ride. Years ago when we had a 1981 Dnepr, “My Beloved” rode at least once each month. His proudest moments were riding Christmas and New Year’s Days. Three wheels, of course, makes snow and ice a bit less intimidating. And it’s not that I hate fall, it’s really that I don’t like what follows fall. Yes, winter can provide beautifully sunny, crisp, sparkly days and cold, clear nights in some areas. But the proximity to Lake Huron, while blessing Sarnia-Lambton with higher temperatures, also curses us with months of grey skies and roads and sidewalks filled with grey-brown slush. And it can seem like months pass without the tease of a clear, blue sky. That’s the part about autumn I really dislike. The lead-up to winter and the absolute lack of opportunity to ride. And I feel cheated this year. I had a health issue last summer and was not able to ride at all. In January of this year, “My Beloved” and I purchased new-to-us, matching black 2007 Suzuki Bandit 1250s. Determined to make up for last year’s absence of riding, we hopped on our bikes on the first clear, sunny day after the purchase. That was February 27th. I fell in love with my new bike and made an excellent start towards making up for last year’s dearth of riding. And then I was struck with a health issue related to last year and spent only two stints riding my new bike. It’s better than nothing, I suppose, but I do feel cheated. I have been trying to console myself with thoughts that next spring and summer there won’t be anything stopping me. Autumn riding is not without its pleasures. Now that the kids and teachers and many parents have gone back to school (or their jobs) there are fewer people on the road during the day. Because I’m self-employed, I can take advantage of those sweet times. The downside of fall is the cooler, rainier weather, and roads littered with leaves, harvest wagons and tractors. The sun goes down earlier making shadows more distracting for drivers and riders. Despite these in-

terruptions, I prefer back roads. They tend to be quieter although they still require vigilance while riding. After a blistering hot and humid summer, the crisp days of autumn can be refreshing. I only stay in this mindset for a few weeks. At some point, Thanksgiving and Hallowe’en take over. By November there has often been a bit of snow and the sky in this region is turning grey. I don’t really want to ride. Then there’s Christmas – as much as I hate it. A few weeks after the New Year, bike shows start popping up and I begin to believe again that there is life after winter. Now that we have a detached garage, I don’t have to look at my winterized bike every time I walk through the garage. When I first got a bike, I remember going to the garage and sitting on my bike in my pyjamas. I was freezing, but I was on my bike. There are, of course, ways to extend our riding season. The market is flooded with heated riding gear, and heated hand grips have been standard on many bikes for years. Cold weather riding, of course, requires more attention than usual. As the temperature drops, tire temperatures also drop resulting in less traction. In any case, it is advisable to slow down while riding in the off-season and give extra care to road conditions and Autumn debris. Automobile drivers are not expecting us on the roads either. Most areas of Canada allow for winter riding – except the Province of Quebec. The fines for riding in the off-season can run you between $200 and $300. The province’s winter tire law came into effect in 2008 and states that “all passenger vehicles registered in Quebec must be equipped with winter tires” between December 15 and March 15. The law extends to motorcycles. A quick Google search lead me to Canada Moto Guide, who tipped us off to Anlas’ tires, in their story about the effects of Quebec’s winter tire only rules, and how they affect motorcyclists during the snowy season. Certain regions in Europe require winter tires as well. Catering to these markets, Anlas has three tires for winter conditions, which fit a variety of applications and wheel sizes. My hats off to people that ride in the winter. I can and do ride in pouring rain and thunderstorms, but I don’t have it in me to ride in the winter. Like many other riders living in four-season areas, I use the off-season for winterizing my bike, doing a few repairs and dreaming of great rides for the next season. Without dark, of course, there is no light. Without winter there is less of an appreciation for summer. It may be the season of our discontent, but it eventually brings us to that first enticing ride of the season. If you’re unaware, a winter tire is officially identified by a pictogram that shows a snowflake outlined by a three-peaked mountain, and moulded into the tire’s sidewall. Winter tires not only have more aggressive tread patterns to deal with snow and ice, but they are also made from special rubber compounds that have better grip below 7 degrees C. https://anlas.com/en/

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This Diesel AWD Motorcycle is a Two-Wheeled Apocalyptic Frankenstein It includes parts from a cement mixer, a log splitter, and yes an actual kitchen sink. There are more than a few reasons why diesel-powered motorcycles aren’t mainstream. Diesel engines are generally heavier than their gas counterparts, and in order to get decent performance out of an oil-burner, it pretty much needs to have a turbocharger. A turbodiesel in a motorcycle is just too heavy and hard to package to be viable for production bikes. Good thing this Frankenstein before us is the exact opposite of a production build. Diesel tech and mad scientist Sam Turner created an 11-foot-long custom motorcycle powered by a twin-turbo diesel V-twin. Oh, and it’s also all-wheel drive and has airbag suspension combined with coilovers. This video from Discovery recently resurfaced and got our attention

The assortment of different vehicles and kitchen appliances that donated parts to this thing is insane. The engine is a Yanmar 840cc diesel V-twin from a Sunbelt cement mixer. Normally, that wouldn’t have enough grunt to power a motorcycle like this adequately, so it’s fed by two RHB31 turbochargers which use an intercooler from a Suzuki Swift. To make this thing all-wheel drive, Turner designed a hydrostatic drive system. That means the wheels are turned hydraulically rather than one of the more traditional methods like a chain or a driveshaft. Turner used a little Buell-inspired

engineering by using a hollow frame, but instead of putting fuel in it, it’s used as a hydraulic fluid tank for turning the wheels. The hydraulic gear pump was sourced from a log splitter. In lieu of a kickstand, this monster has adjustable air bag suspension with coil overs and just sits on its frame rails when it’s parked. The bike has two 2,500-pound air bags that can raise the bike up 12 inches. The air tanks for the suspension are mounted on the sides of the bike and fashioned to look like bombs. A few other custom touches include wheels from a Toyota Camry, a jerry can

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Out With the Old and In With… By David Heron Well, where do I begin? I have missed a few editions and a lot has happened in that time. I have had nothing but trouble with my Baby ,the 70 Kawasaki H1 500 Triple. I talked ad nauseum about how I had pimped up the engine for even more power and found that it created nothing but more headaches. I went back to a stock engine configuration but found that the carbs that I got for the stock set up did not work. I managed to get another set for a very reasonable price and after stripping the black paint off them which likely made them look very cool in the ‘70s, I got the bike running but not well. I actually brought in a couple hired guns from the Kawasaki Triples Canada forum and after a full day, thank goodness it rained all day, we had it running pretty good. There was a slight problem however. As I have said in the past, my wife, the LSW, long suffering wife, can smell gas from somewhere around 40 miles away. The carbs kept leaking out of the float bowls and smelling up the house. I was not overly popular especially when I can say that I can stand beside that same bike and not smell a darn thing. I do believe that my sense of smell is absent. This does not work well in the harmony at home between a home mechanic and his partner. Anyway, after removing the carbs which actually is a real pain, numerous times, I finally took the bowls and used a sheet of glass with sandpaper taped to it and sanded them down to a super flat and smooth edge. This finally stopped the leakage and returned a suitable truce to the household but did absolutely nothing but screw up the hardearned good running engine. I finally gave in and brought the bike to a Triples mechanic and racer for his expertise. As of today, it has not come home so I can’t say whether my surrender was fruitful. So, on to further developments. The Honda Super Hawk which was last win-

ter’s project is complete. Now, I must admit to the stupidest and most rookie restorer’s mistake. The gas tank looked good when I got it so I went ahead and painted it without testing it for leaks. The paint job turned out beautifully and I assembled the whole thing. When it came time to finally starting it up for the first time, I added gas and then watched as it poured out onto the LSW’s little cement pad outside the basement sliding door. We are talking Niagara Falls here. Luckily, she was out at the time and I got it cleaned up before she got home. There was still a little gas smell around but I was sort of free from suspicion. I managed to locate a new tank that had never been installed on a bike on ebay. It was a good price which is unusual for ebay but although it had never been installed , it had seen hard times and had “ a few small dents”. I did a few more than a few body repairs on it and actually remembered to use the body

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diately. I have talked before about the snobby collectors who want a bike in better than showroom condition. These guys really give me a pain so I actually put it in the ad that this was not a collector bike but a very nice rider. These guys only want to hide it away for their own gratification and bring it out to shows to hear the oohs and aahs. They never even ride the things. I could go on a huge tirade about this because motorcycles were made to be ridden and enjoyed and not secreted away. Why have a beautiful bike that is likely to be in better shape than it was from the factory when you have no intention of riding it but only feeding one’s own ego? It took a while for this guy to show up and he obviously had not read my ad. He came in and immediately started picking the bike apart. He furnished me with completely unwanted advice as to how to fix everything and what to replace. He didn’t even ask to start it up. I told him that he was describing a $20,000 bike and he said he would pay that much. After I settled down a touch, I asked if he had even read the ad because the description that I had written said rider and not perfect. It was a relief when he finally left because I felt like slapping a dose of reality into him. I finally sold it to another person who is in the middle man business and sends bikes to France. I found out later that he is working for a wealthy French collector who is compiling a collection of every 2 stroke Kawasaki ever made. He at least wanted to hear it run and then promptly revved the crap out of it. Funny how when it is not yours how it is possible to abuse a new engine with about 2 miles on it. Again, this guy pissed me off but he finally forked over a decent amount of cash which did help to remedy my irritation with him. That over- revved engine is now his responsibility. Oh yeah, the darn snap ring fell off the shifter and he had a hard time down shifting so he managed to bring the purchase price down a touch. I was also glad to see him leave but the cash did make it easier. Now for the segue into the future. The last guy was on his way to my house for Friday. Thursday night, just for giggles, I went on a website for old bikes and found a project bike. It is a 1972 Kawaski 750 Triple. This is in original condition and, for a 46 year old bike, very nice. The seller was asking for reasonable offers. In case you don’t know, it’s an extremely collectible and sought after by people all over the world. Well, to my great joy, and much to the chagrin of the LSW, I guess my offer was reasonable to him because I have a new bike. I am thinking that maybe I will keep this one. But, who knows? It does sound like this buying, fixing and selling is lucrative. Let me tell you, it definitely is not. If I count all the hours I spend and the money in parts, I think that I end up making about 3 cents per hour. This reminds me of an expression that I heard from a friend who was in the marine business. I will change it to apply to the motorcycle restoration business because that is my hobby, be it rather misplaced. How do you make a million dollars in the bike restoration business? Start with two million. Truer words have never been spoken. I think that my next ad will say “ collectors need not apply”. Of course, that would likely have them beating a path to my door to see what the fuss is….

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Death, Mayhem and A Good Time By John Lewis If I had known that death and mayhem would be the prevailing theme of my motorcycle tour to Gaspé, Quebec this past June, would I still have gone? You bet I would! Gaspé was my destination, but it was the St. Lawrence River that provided the thread that would stitch together my new adventures and add context and spice to my journey. I followed Highway 132 along the south shore of the St. Lawrence River for 810 kilometres from Trois-Rivières to Gaspé. From a width of just a few kilometres the river (le fleuve in french, a large river that has other riv-

ers and streams flowing into it—there is no English equivalent) broadens to well over 50 kilometres as it heads towards the Gulf of St. Lawrence and then the Atlantic. It is along Highway 132 that I learned so much: about the people, about the food, and about the death and mayhem hidden in the history books about le Fleuve Saint-Laurent. When you’re touring on your motorcycle what’s the first thing you do? Well, if you’re me, you get lost. Somewhere in Levis (on the south shore of the St. Lawrence across from Quebec City), my trusty GPS notwithstanding, I missed a turn and ended up in the small town of Sainte-Claire. Having pulled into a Shell gas station to check my map I was approached by an elderly man in dirtridden coveralls who asked if I needed help. After he tried to explain where I should go (we had a wee language barrier) he finally suggested that I follow

him to his place—which turned out to be a large backwoods acreage—and he’d get on his bike and lead me to where I needed to go. I took one look at him and the soundtrack to the movie Deliverance started to play in my head. (Would this be my first brush with death and mayhem—possibly my own?) Remembering the stories I’d heard from my globe-riding friends about how nice people are I decided to chance it and off I went. Upon arrival he explained that his girlfriend wasn’t coming over that night and why didn’t I crash at his place instead of camping. (The soundtrack gets loud again.) With a little trepidation (I’ve been living in the big city too long) I agreed and we set out to have dinner at a local diner. Upon our return I met his mushing dogs, and we explored his back forty (actually a lot more) with his ATV and I saw the largest deer I’ve ever seen. We went back to the house, his

girlfriend did show up after all, and we shared some great conversation. Thankfully the death and mayhem theme of my trip didn’t start, but that wasn’t going to last. About 200 kilometres east of TroisRivières I came across death and mayhem for the first time not far from the village of Montmagny. With its unique Quebecuois architecture, church steeples, and cafes, it’d easy to ride right through and miss the tragedy that happened nearby. Today, Grosse Ile, a small island about 10 kilometres offshore from Montmagny is a stop for tourists, but dig deep enough and you’ll learn about its sordid past. I’d heard of Ellis Island in the Upper New York Bay, and knew, a least a bit, about its role in screening immigrants to the United States? Grosse Ile was Canada’s Ellis Island. With a little homework, I learned that in the early 19th century

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there was a cholera epidemic in Europe. This prompted an influx of immigration to Canada. In 1832, the Canadian government, fearing the spread of diseases like cholera, set up Grosse Ile as a way station to screen, and quarantine if necessary, immigrants to Canada. Most notably, from 1845 to 1847, thousands of Irish Immigrants fled The Great Famine in Ireland—many dying en route to Canada. Many others got sick with Typhoid and were quarantined upon arrival. In the end it is estimated that 10,000 to 12,000 Irish immigrants died and are buried on Grosse Ile where the Mémorial-des-Irlandais is located. Grosse Ile continued as an immigrant landing site and quarantine station until 1937. From 1938 to 1957 the military used it to test vaccines for biological warfare and in 1958 it was taken over by the Department of Agriculture to quarantine and research diseased and infected livestock. In 1990 it became a national historic site. Grosse ile has an interesting past—lots of death and mayhem. Who knew? Not me! Heading east out of Montmagny towards Rimouski I rode through the flat rural landscape that still showed evidence of the seigneurial system where long narrow lots were apportioned along the river. The area is clean, the views beautiful, and it is a pleasure riding both along the river and on the occasional excursion inland when the highway veers away from the shore. I was lucky; the weather stayed spectacular and left me without a worry in the world. But then again, about 250 kilometres downstream from Montmagny, just east of Rimouski, I came across my next brush with death and mayhem at the “site historique maritime de la Pointeau-Pere” where I found La Musée de la Mer. I learned that locals have a reverential view of the river. They know its history. They’ve seen what can happen. That’s why they refer to the river as “La Mer” (The Sea) and named their museum “La Musée de la Mer”: The Museum of the Sea. It was there that I learned about the sinking of The Empress of Ireland. I knew about the sinking of the Titanic on April 15, 1912. I also knew that more than 1500 people died when the Titanic hit an iceberg and sank. Who hasn’t heard about the fabled Titanic? Yet, only two years later just off shore from Rimouski, on May 29, 1914 the CP Liner, Empress of Ireland was struck by a Norwegian coal-carrying freighter— the Storstad, eventually found at fault for the accident—and sank in less than fifteen minutes killing 1012 passengers and crew. This is Canadian history. It is Canada’s largest marine accident, and I’d never heard of it. Thankfully, the presentation and exhibit at the museum acts as a reminder of this tragic event and now I know. I continued my journey up Highway 132 to Gaspé. Once I passed GrossesRoches the small narrow farm plots gave way to Appalachian topography. The highway twisted and turned along the shore–Beware of High Waves was a frequent sign—and the road was bordered on the land side by the Appalachian foothills. It reminded me of the photos continued on PG. 20

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I’d seen of the Pacific Coast highway. The river views, occasionally interrupted by a protruding lighthouse, were spectacular as was the ride. It was along this stretch that I decided I’d better try something quintessentially Quebecois. So, when I tired and needed a break I pulled into a highway eatery and ordered, you guessed it, authentic Quebecois poutine. It was an experience I’m glad I had; gobs of melted drooping cheese curds and dark brown gravy smothering a basket of fresh-cut fries. I’ll never forget it— and I’ll never repeat it. I didn’t dislike it; it’s just not something I need to do twice. Along the route I picked up a couple of fellow riders who eventually got tired of my solo-riding conservatism (I

Death, Mayhem and A Good Time ride a little on the cautious side when I’m riding alone) and shot past me on one of the few straightaways. I was riding in the foothills and there were twisties and hills and lots of good fun. Not surprisingly we all ended up at Parc National de Forillon where we camped just four spots away from each other. To my delight they asked me to join them by their fire. They were from Rimouski and were great storytellers. It was one of these stories that would provide my last bit of death and mayhem for the trip. The following day we were going to ride to Gaspé and then Purcé, and I was going to be shown where the WWII base was established to aid in The Battle of the St. Lawrence. “The what?” I wondered; I’ve never

heard of it. On May 1, 1942, the Canadian government, anticipating a German threat to shipping in the St. Lawrence River, established a base just outside of Gaspé, Quebec. It had just one 18 meter vessel and no aircraft. It was a start, but not much of one. Just 10 days later a German U-boat sank a British merchant ship, followed, just two hours later, by a freighter. This would start to The Battle of The St. Lawrence. Wow! I didn’t know there was such a thing. More great Canadian history they kept secret from me in school. The Battle of the St. Lawrence would continue until November 1944. German U-boats would get as far as Rimouski, 430 km upstream from Gaspé. In all, 29 vessels—merchant ships, war-

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February 15-17th, 2019 The Toronto Motorcycle Show The Toronto Motorcycle Show is the biggest manufacturers show in Ontario, with a wide-ranging 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. Find everything you need for the season ahead, including bikes, aftermarket parts, gear, accessories and more! Talk to experts, join a riding club, plan your next motorcycle trip and meet awesome people who share your passion. 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 at the Toronto Motorcycle Show. Whether you’re a hardcore rider, a newbie to the sport, thinking of getting your license or just a fan of the motorcycle lifestyle, we’ve got you covered! And with activities and entertainment for the whole family, we guarantee riders and future riders, of all ages, will have a blast! So grab your best pals and come get your fix of 2, 3 and 4-wheel action and interaction at The Motorcycle Show! Friday, Feb 15th 12pm - 9pm Saturday, Feb 16th 10am - 8pm Sunday, Feb 17th 10am - 5pm at the Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place100 Princes’ Blvd.Toronto. Ticket prices are TBD. www.torontomotorcycleshow.ca

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April 6-7th, 2019 Toronto International Spring Motorcycle Show At the Toronto International Centre 6900 Airport Road Toronto. Saturday, April 6th, 9am – 9pm, Sunday, April 7th, 10am – 5pm FREE PARKING! The Motorcycle Springshow is the place to be. Four huge halls of the International Centre are filled with all things ‘Motorcycle.’ Larger displays of the latest models, including touring and cruising bikes, street bikes, sportbikes, offroad bikes, scooters, customs and more. Shopping for all the great bargains on helmets, boots, gloves and riding apparel is easy with the huge selection. Entertainment Stages for your listening pleasure. Show goers can check out features such as fashion shows, various autograph sessions and more. Meet special guests: racers, celebrities, authors, builders and other motorcycle personalities. Sell your old bike, buy your new bike! Used bike for those who are looking to upgrade or shopping for their first bike. Interested in becoming a new rider? The Springshow offers attendees information on Rider Training programs, licensing and insurance. Wondering about the best bike for you and proper riding gear? Vendors will be offering great advice on getting started. Great Food Choices, Free Parking. Your entrance to the show includes a copy of Spring Motorcycle Magazine and Free Parking! There will be special VIP Motorcycle Parking at the front entrance of the International Centre. Ticket prices TBD www. motorcyclespringshow.com

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