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2014 Street 750/500

Harley-Davidson is continuing its monumental ride, which began with the introduction of Project RUSHMORE in August, by revealing two new Dark Custom motorcycles designed for young urban riders around the world. The Harley-Davidson Street 750 and Street 500 motorcycles – the first all-new platform

from Harley-Davidson in 13 years – are built for urban environments with all-new liquid-cooled Revolution X powertrains, nimble agility and the sound and look that lets everyone know they are genuine Harley-Davidson. “These are the newest motorcycles to join our Dark Custom lineup, which helped make us

the number-one selling brand to young adults in the U.S. for the past five years,” said Matt Levatich, President and Chief Operating Officer, Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “Both the Street 750 and Street 500 were designed with thousands of hours of input from young adults in cities around the world. This input guided

both the attitude and capabilities of these motorcycles. They are proof that being customerled continues to be a core driver of our product development process.” Urban, Authentic Harley-Davidson The Street 750 and Street 500 from HarleyDavidson are built for an urban environment. see p.3

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Each motorcycle features the new Revolution X engine, designed to match the demands of stop-and-go traffic with nimble agility, while delivering instant throttle response to escape city gridlock. The Revolution X engine will be housed in a new, narrow and lean chassis built for agility, with a super-low seat height, new suspension and broad handlebar sweep that provides confidence and maneuverability when managing tight turns and fast moves. Both signature Dark Custom motorcycles feature a premium, minimalist style that serves as a blank canvas for riders to customize. “These new bikes are leaner, yet still have a mean streak – they’re the real deal, made of real steel.” said Mark-Hans Richer, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “They’re designed to handle the abuses of urban environments and provide authentic opportunities to customize.” The Harley-Davidson Street 750 and Street 500 will be rolling into dealerships starting in 2015. Priced fron $6,700 -$7,500 in the US, you can expect a few points more here in Canada. Video: Concepts of Custom Street 750 & 500 Harley Davidson Street 750 & 500

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Ol’ Saint Nick? As I was growing up, the image of Santa Clause was painted for me by the media and of course, my parents. He was rumored to be a jolly ol’ fella who favoured wearing a velvety red suit with show white fur trim on the sleeve cuffs, matching hat, or touque if you live in Canada eh, red trousers and black riding boots. If you were to describe him to someone new to christmas, they’d think he was some kind of pimp from the 70’s. His gig, as it was explained to me, was to spread joy around the world by delivering toys, using a sleigh powered by 12 flying reindeer, to all the good boys and girls on Christmas Eve, while we were sleeping. On top of all that, he was supposed to make his deliveries by entering each home via the chimney, and return back to the north pole, where he and the Mrs. resided, before sunrise. When I was five years old, I bought into that story hook, line, and sinker – everybody did. As I reflect back on that time, however outrageous the story was, it still brings a smile to my face. Now, as the holidays approach us once again, and we all begin to head out in search of the perfect gift, or to check off something from someone’s list, somehow, that whole magical feeling can get lost. We fight the weather, and traffic, to fight for a parking space at the local mall, only to be faced with the prospect of fighting hoards of equally

miserable shoppers on their own quest for that perfect gift that often doesn’t exist. It all just seems to be a cash grab now, with a focus being on better bottom lines, profitability, no matter the cost, being top priority in corporate Americas. How did we get here? Christmas has become so distorted over the years, that it’s no longer even recognizable as a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of the baby Jesus. Look around. Do you see anything resembling a religious celebration? Short of going to a church, you’ll be hard pressed to find a manger scene depicted on a front lawn. Neighbourhoods are decorated with inflatable snowmen, or Santa Claus on a chopper, and homes are lit with so many lights, I fear one day an airline pilot could mistake a local street for Pearson’s runway 15R . It has become so ridiculous, these days, it’s even considered politically incorrect to even wish someone a Merry Christmas, because it may offend someone. Really? As the years click by, I find myself wishing for a simpler holiday season - one where spending on unnecessary gifts is replaced with time spent with family and friends, sharing good conversation, good food and a warming beverage or three. I am not a religious person by any stretch, but an hour spent experiencing a midnight

Christmas service at your local church could help bring back some reality as to the reason for the season. This year, in the spirit of being a good biker community, why not put aside our own needs for the season, in terms of searching for elaborate gifts for our families, and simplify. Make less but more meaningful purchases. While you are out and about, buy the person behind you in line their coffee. Volunteer at a local food bank, buy for a child who won’t have a Christmas because a parent has lost a job, or buy for a low-income single-parent family that has no money for gifts. Perhaps, when you pass that homeless person, while driving in your toasty warm 4x4 or SUV for the fifthieth time this year, how about slipping them some cash if you can, or help them with some warm clothes, mittens or an extra pair of socks. Sometimes, little things can make a difference in a person’s life and help to restore the faith in the human race. The motorcycling community shouldn’t be restricted to summer or temperate climates when showing generosity or charity. We, both as a group, and individually, can help make the season a bit brighter for those who are less fortunate. So, in the spirit of the season, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

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Anyone who was old enough to ride a motorcycle in the 1970s will remember the fanfare that greeted the launch of the original Yamaha SR models. Inspired by the dual purpose XT500 which was launched a few years earlier, the single cylinder SR400 and SR500 were announced in 1978, and went on to become some of Yamaha’s most popular and enduring models. With their relaxed torque output, slim and agile chassis design and classic styling, the Japanese-market SR400 and European-market SR500 became firm favourites with enthusiasts who were looking for a simple machine that captured the very spirit of sports motorcycling. In many European countries including Germany, Austria and Belgium, groups of SR500 owners formed enthusiasts’ clubs, many of which still run to this day. To underline its appeal, the SR500 went on to win consecutive ‘Moto of the Year’ awards from Germany’s Motorrad magazine – one of the highest circulation motorcycle titles in Europe. During the same period the bike was establishing a cult following in Europe and Japan, with many SR models being handed down from father to son. Enduring appeal since 1978 Meanwhile, in Japan, legislation relating to the motorcycle licensing system in the mid 1970s had created demand for 400cc models, and so the SR400 became a top sell-

er in its home market. Virtually identical to the SR500 but running with a shorter stroke to achieve a capacity of 400cc, the SR400 has continued to attract massive interest in Japan over the last 35 years, with thousands of owners and enthusiasts turning up to SR rallies throughout the country. What is also interesting is that more than half of the owners of the SR400 in Japan are younger than the bike they ride! Users born after 1978 now make up the majority of owners in Japan, which demonstrates clearly that this timeless motorcycle has an enduring appeal with the newer generation of riders. The return of a legend For 2014 the return of the SR will spearhead Yamaha’s growing Sport Heritage line up, which offers today’s riders the opportunity to experience the joy and pleasure associated with simpler and more traditional designs. Yamaha’s classic big single has a genuine heritage and pureness of design that sets it apart from some other ‘retro’ models. There can be no doubt that the SR400 is the real thing, and with an authentic engine and chassis specification and original kick start mechanism, this charismatic twin-shock thumper is aimed at the many riders who are looking to rediscover the very soul of motorcycling.

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A Nebraska man was reunited Wednesday with his now-vintage motorcycle stolen nearly 50 years earlier. Donald DeVault, 73, laid eyes on his 1953 Triumph Tiger 100 for the first time in 46 years at a trucking company near the airport in Omaha. His first reaction? To hug the man who brought the bike back to him. His next move was — naturally — to take the motorcycle for a spin in the parking lot. DeVault learned two weeks ago that California authorities had recovered his motorcycle at the Port of Los Angeles. The bike was about to be shipped to Japan when agents checking the vehicle identification number discovered it had been reported stolen in February 1967. DeVault had had the bike for only a year or two when it was taken from his fenced backyard. The motorcycle was valued at $300 in

1967. Today, it’s worth about $9,000. DeVault already has a Harley-Davidson and a Kawasaki motorcycle in his garage, so he plans to reserve the Triumph for special rides. The Omaha man said he’s talked about the Triumph over the years whenever he was around bikers. It had a couple features unusual for Triumphs made in the early 1950s, such as its hardtail frame. DeVault recalls Marlon Brando riding a similar Triumph bike in the movie “The Wild One,” which he said help make motorcycles popular. But DeVault said he was already riding motorcycles by the time the movie came out, and continued riding for much of his life. What sold him on the Triumph was the blue color and the name “Li’l Blue Bitch” airbrushed on the side of the gas tank. On Monday, he brought in a friend to repaint the name on the tank.

2014 Honda Valkyrie Honda Valkyrie fanatics are a passionate bunch, and they’re about to get a whole lot happier: Big Red just announced the return of the Valkyrie, and the new power cruiser reinforces the “big is back” trend that we saw in the recently unveiled CTX1300. In case you’re not up to speed on Valkyrie lore, these hulking power cruisers originally roamed the earth from 1996 to 2003, packing the flat six powerplant plucked from the venerable (and considerably more mature) Honda Gold Wing. Valkyrie spinoffs have included the fantastical Honda Rune, and while futuristic concepts like the EVO 6 have since appeared, the new Valkyrie suggests a more traditional-- but bold-- return to the bike’s shock-and-awe roots... The heart of the beast remains Honda’s

tried-and-true 1,832cc flat-six engine, hooked up to a five-speed gearbox that spins the rear wheel via shaft drive. Spin is the operative term here: With torque galore, a relatively narrow 180mm rear tire (made to appear even smaller thanks to the massive rear fender), and no traction control, this bike packs a ton of grunt without the annoyance of nannies. The new Valkyrie is also 154 pounds lighter than the ‘Wing, promising livelier performance without the hulking saddlebags and bodywork. Weight distribution improves to 50/50, and seat height measures a (relatively low) 28.8 inches. The Valkyrie will be available with ABS when it hits showrooms in Spring 2014, and is estimated to have a $17,000 price tag.

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Kawasaki Reveals Supercharged Inline-Four Engine Kawasaki announced it is developing what it calls the world’s first supercharger developed by a motorcycle manufacturer. The giant Japanese company called on its extensive experience in working with turbine engines, and distilled the technology for motorcycle applications, showing a supercharged Inline-Four engine at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show. No details were given on the size of the sample engine, though diagrams included in Kawasaki’s patent applications for motorcycle superchargers include one image that looks vaguely similar to the Ninja ZX-14R. The new engine may likely be used for the 14R’s future replacement, and a supercharger would allow for similar performance at a smaller displacement. Here’s what Kawasaki has to say about its new engine: Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. has a long history of developing technologies for turbine engines. The lifeblood of these turbines is their blades, which need to be able to cope with extreme heat and vibration while spinning at high speeds. Know-how from years of designing turbine engine blades was instilled in the first supercharger developed by a motorcycle manufacturer. And of course, designing a motorcycleuse supercharged engine in-house means that maximum efficiency could be pursued.

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be stripped naked and morphed into a full blown custom muscle bike completely redefined and ready to test the very edge of the unbelievable. Harley-Davidson has always been the perennial icon of transformation going back to pre-war times. Harley riders are expected to customize their ride, new or not. Chop shops for Harley’s are just everywhere. Sport bikes on the other hand were shipped and stayed just as they were right out of the box. Yes, there have been muscle bikes that have been built here and there but in the last half a dozen years or so the emerging naked bike has pre-empted a massive change in non Harley modification interest. Now the chop shops are pandering to the English, Italian and Japanese riders putting new type and logos on their shop doors and web sites. One of the most visible and well known Japanese leaders in customization is Suzuki’s Hayabusa. The array of special products new and used and custom built for this bike is a new phenomenon. This movement started about ten years ago after the Hayabusa had

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Braking Options We’ll take a look here today at brake components most commonly used on motorcycles, give you a bit of a lesson and make you aware of your options. Let’s start off with the basics of pads/shoes, then on to rotors, calipers and finally the high tech stuff for mild to wild. For most stock applications, many riders may just change out their pads or shoes when needed or upgrade to a higher quality pad/shoe. There has always been the challenge of metallic vs. non-metallic, but now the option of ceramic and organic come into play. Some feel metallic have better stopping power and longevity. These brake pads aren’t just slabs of metal. They’re typically made of iron, copper, steel and graphite all mixed together and bonded to form the pad material. The reason that these pads are the most common is that metallic brake pads are costeffective and durable. They provide good performance and are good at transferring the heat generated by friction with the brake rotors. The downside of metallic brake pads is that they’re heavy, and because of the extra weight, metallic brake pads aren’t the best choice for high-performance race bike style riding. Being made of metal makes the pads very hard. That’s what makes them durable. But because there isn’t as much “give” in metallic brake pads, they cause more wear on the brake rotors than other types of brake pads. The metallic brake pads themselves hold up well, but they often negatively impact the durability of other brake parts. Finally, metallic brake pads work best when they’re warm. When a motorcycle with metallic brake pads first gets going on a colder day, stops may take slightly longer than usual until the brake pads heat up. Non-metallic brake pads were formerly manufactured using mainly asbestos as the friction material. That’s because brake pads are exposed to a lot of friction, which generates a lot of heat. Asbestos is a good material for absorbing and dissipating heat. The only problem was, when asbestos breaks down, it’s creates dust that’s dangerous to breathe, and brake pads

can create a lot of brake dust when they’re slowing and stopping. Now, some brake pads and other brake parts are made from safer organic materials. Organic brake pads, sometimes called non-asbestos organic brake pads, are made from natural materials like glass and rubber, as well as resins that can withstand high heat. In fact, the high heat helps to bind the brake pad materials together. Kevlar is also an important component in many organic brake pads. An advantage of organic brake pads, including Kevlar brake pads, is that they’re made of materials that don’t pollute as they wear and they’re easier to dispose of, too. They’re also softer than brake pads made of other materials, which means they’re often quieter. The downside of organic brake pads is that, because they’re softer, they typically wear faster. As they wear, they also create more dust than other types of brake pads. Ceramic pads, on the other hand are made from ceramic fibers, filler material, bonding agents and they may even have small amounts of copper fibers within them as well. Because they’re mostly ceramic, these brake parts dissipate heat well, which keeps performance strong, even after repeated hard stops. They also don’t break down very much with repeated use; which means they produce less dust than other types of brake pads. They are lighter in color and their dust doesn’t stick to the wheels. Obviously, the choice is yours as to which type you prefer. If you are unsure, chat with a mechanic, racer or someone on a forum who has tried the various types. That can help in the decision process. Next stop is calipers. Motorcycles are not as heavy as automobiles, and therefore need less stopping power. Nonetheless, the ability to slow down, or stop, is in some ways even more important on a motorcycle than on other vehicles. Since the driver is largely unprotected, even a small fender-bender can be potentially fatal. Accident avoidance is critical when you’re riding a motorcycle. Unlike the larger calipers used on cars, small and light is the norm for motorcycle calipers. They must be kept small to avoid weighing down the bike and getting in the way of the rider. Motorcycle brake calipers are commonly made

of lightweight materials such as aluminum, which also has the added advantage of being rustproof. Some motorcycles are bigger and more powerful than others, so obviously those bikes need more stopping power. Many smaller, less-powerful bikes still use drum brakes, but most of the larger bikes have now gone to disc brakes, especially on the front wheel. To increase the stopping power, calipers on more powerful motorcycles typically have multiple pistons. Some have two, four or even six pistons on a single caliper. With their relatively light weight, most motorcycles actually have more stopping power than is absolutely necessary, but as was mentioned earlier, that’s not a bad idea, especially when you’re riding on a fast, unprotected vehicle. Because they tend to be more exposed than automobile calipers, and because the caliper is probably the most conspicuous of all of the motorcycle brake parts, the appearance of a motorcycle caliper can be important to many riders. Experts advise against chroming calipers, but some riders still do. As attractive as it may be, the chrome can cause the caliper to retain heat, which will produce unwanted brake fade. Your other options would be specially designed heat resistant paint, powder coat, or replacing with the more expensive billet calipers, which when polished can resemble chrome. Your choice for switching out the calipers is much more challenging, as the market is flooded with all sorts of variety. Depending on your application, size requirement, or maybe just your taste in esthetics, finding the perfect fitting calipers can be a challenge. There are many great manufacturers in the business and products on the market, but still the choice can be daunting, and will require a bit of research before you purchase. It’s recommended that you confirm fitment for your make and model bike. Visit forums for feedback from other customers who have used these products, and read the reviews before the purchase. Motorcycles’ brake rotors are exposed to tremendous forces that can deteriorate the rotors’ structural integrity over time. These forces are combined with the heat generated by the motorcycle brake pads,

which distort the brake rotors’ surfaces to create a loss of braking effectiveness. A badly distorted brake rotor can create stability issues that could lead to a crash. Most brake pads and rotors are designed, and matched to a motorcycle, to ensure the most effective braking. Many rotors are made of stainless steel and are heat treated. The contact area for the brake pads is flat and smoothly finished. Holes drilled in a simple pattern ensure effective dissipation of friction heat. Contrast Cut Element brake rotors have an outer band in the rotor made from 420 stainless steel. The carrier is made of aluminum and is attached to the outer band either by bolts or floating elements. The size of the rotor depends on the make and model of the motorcycle, whether the rotor will go on the front or the rear wheel, and whether it is on the right or the left side. Let’s kick it up a notch to custom applications. Drive Brake transmissions clean up the rear wheel brake related clutter. Aesthetically, it provides a super clean look with the caliper located in between the belt rungs for belt drive bikes and then covered by a minimalistic hydraulic actuator spider or the for chain applications, with a smaller rotor and caliper mounted in behind the sprocket and spider. Nice look, clean and functional. What about a combination and put it all on one side? The Sprocket Brake Kit system is probably the most frequently seen brake combo system equipping the driveline of retro bikes. Originally created in Sweden, it was refined and then re-introduced to the US market. The rear brake and final drive sprocket are combined into one greatlooking unit, cleaning up the rear wheel completely. The polished stainless steel sprocket/rotor is coupled with a slick twopiston billet caliper, available in polished aluminum, black anodized or chrome. So, whatever your braking needs, there are applications, parts and components out there for you. Do your homework, check your local shop, and always try to buy Canadian. Let’s support our own whenever possible.

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The Opeongo Loop I used to just jump on my motorcycle and ride. Sometimes I would have a rough idea in my head of where I wanted to go but, more often than not, I would not care about the direction I was going so long as I was riding. Unfortunately, oftentimes I would find myself on uninteresting roads, stopped by countless traffic lights, or heading down dead-end streets or roads that meandered back the way I had come and spat me back close to my starting position. There were many times I would have to pull over and use my smart phone to find out where I was and how I could return to some semblance of a route I had vaguely planned out in my head. All in all, I loved the ride but I often wondered if I was missing out on something. After getting my V-Strom 650 I decided I wanted my rides to be more organized. Instead of pouring over a map, trying to pick out what I thought might be interesting roads I decided to try one of the pre-set routes outlined by the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association. They have already compiled a map of popular motorcycle routes in the Ottawa Valley and produced a very helpful motorcycle brochure that you can download and peruse at your own leisure. I made my decision of which route to ride by the uniqueness of the name. The Opeongo Loop is a 170km round-trip motorcycle route that allows the rider a variety of road conditions with a number of twists and turns along the way. It begins in Renfrew, goes west to Wilno, turns south and follows the historical Opeongo line. From there, the road goes east and returns to Renfrew via Highway 132. The legal limit on the majority of the roads is 80km and most of the turns can be accomplished safely at this speed. As well, the environment offers the rider a picturesque view of the Ottawa Valley with its abundant rivers, lakes, and densely wood-

ed forests. There are also many options to explore various tidbits of Ottawa Valley history in the multitude of small towns and at a number of historical plaques on side roads and rest stops. There is even a plaque in Renfrew that describes how local tycoon M.J. O’Brien attempted to bring the Stanley Cup to Renfrew by offering outrageous salaries to professional hockey players to sign with the Renfrew Creamery Kings. As I began the route I discovered that Highway 60 is in rather good condition and has a series of sweeping turns that make the journey pleasurable. The scenery is also majestic, with lakes and thick forest surrounding you as you ride. If you make the trip on a weekday, there are not many cars around and you have the road pretty much to yourself, free to speed up or slow down as you see fit. While passing Golden Lake, which hugs Highway 60, I was compelled to climb off my bike and snap a picture near the small town of Deacon. There was a demolished bridge, but both sides still existed. The only part that was missing was the middle part that extended over the water. You could still walk out above the water and look down into the icy flow several meters further down. There is a new bridge less than 20 meters away from the old one and I wondered why they had been compelled to destroy it. Was it falling apart? Was it in an awkward place? It seemed like a waste because the remnants of the previous bridge looked to be in somewhat good condition. As I neared Wilno (the first Polish settlement in Canada), Highway 60 deteriorated. The asphalt becomes littered with tar snakes and there were a few potholes to catch a tire. Thankfully, the rough patch was not too long and it ended when I reached Highway 66. Finding Highway 66 is a little harder than it seems. In this area of Ontario, each road has a number that references a line on a map. In practice, just because a road

has a number on a map does not mean adequate signage will be present to show you the road you are looking for. For example, Highway 66 is known locally as Wilno South Road. There is a sign alerting you to this fact about 500 meters before the road appears, but when you get to Wilno South Road the road itself is hidden around a bend and there is nothing to let you know you have just blown by your turn. Therefore, I found myself in Barry’s Bay and having to backtrack in order to find where I had gone wrong. Wilno South Road (Highway 66) meets up with Opeongo Road and to the east Highway 66’s alternate name is Opeongo Road. But, you have to be careful because Opeongo Road to the west is just Opeongo Road and is not the continuation of Highway 66 (Wilno South Road). All these name changes can drive a GPSless rider insane. Part of the reason the roads in the Ottawa Valley are so complicated is because they are the descendants of surveying roads, local community roads and paths made in the wilderness to get from one place to another. Opeongo Road (or the Opeongo Line) is an old colonization road meant to bring settlers into Central Ontario to pursue agricultural endeavours. The modern Highways 132, 64, 512 and 66 all follow parts of the original Opeongo Road. The road traveled all the way from Renfrew to Whitney Ontario and was planned to continue all the way to Opeongo Lake in Algonquin Park. Highway 66 is a much quieter highway compared to Highway 60. It meanders through the wilderness and takes you through a variety of small towns that do not have much to offer in terms of services so it would be wise to start this journey with a full tank of gas. There are lots of churches, however, because it seems wherever you go in Ontario this was one of the first things settlers wanted to build. This is helpful because if you do run out of gas you can at least find salvation.

From Highway 66 I continued east until I reached the turn off for Highway 64. The marker was small so I was not prepared and had to backtrack again. Also, to get to Highway 64 I needed to travel for a short time on Highway 512 which I had not mentally prepared for so I kept worrying I was getting further and further off my pre-set route. I wished someone would organize the roads so they made sense but knew it would likely never happen. Highway 64 took me towards Highway 41 where I turned south in order to meet up with Highway 132. Once on Highway 132, it was straight easterly riding until I reached Renfrew again and made my way home from there. Riding the Opeongo Loop gives the rider the opportunity to experience and travel a historical road within Canada. This road encouraged settlers to spread themselves further into the remotest parts of the country and try to make a living within some of the most inhospitable lands Canada has to offer for agriculture. Thankfully, the riders taking this route will get to experience the scenery and the landscape of this area but have the opportunity to stay close to all the comforts of the modern age unlike the original settlers that took this road so many years ago. I enjoyed taking this route and after some exploring of my own I discovered a few hidden gems that could be easily accessed by a rider. There are two ghost towns that are only few kilometers off the route’s arteries. Khartum and Balaclava both offer the visitor some interesting photo opportunities and the chance of a little paranormal activity. Also, if you turn off Highway 66 you can visit Rockingham Church that is made out of locally cut wood and has been standing in Renfrew County for the last 138 years. The Opeongo Line plays a special role in the history of the Ottawa Valley and its importance still resonates today with riders who want a picturesque route but are too busy to plot it out themselves.

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cycle ad in the Auto Trader magazine that I saw a bike for sale in St. Catherines, which was just like the one I used to own back in 1980. It was the same year make and model and in fairly good condition. The only difference was that this bike was black in color, not red like my original. It would also require some work, but the price was right and I set out to go for a test ride on it. Since the bike was approximately a two-hour drive from where I lived at the time, I closed the deal that day and brought the bike home. It is hard to describe how exhilarated I felt riding that 1980 XS650 again. It was as if I went back in time and had my bike back! The feel of the grips, the shine of the chrome, the sound of the engine, all reminded me of the past and how much I really missed riding this bike all these years. It also felt strange to me in a way, as I fantasized that this bike was actually my old bike. But this bike was black and my bike in Ottawa was red so small chance of that. At least, that’s what I thought at the time. Yamaha Specials had a small gas tank on them so I pulled over for gas as the two-hour ride back home from St. Catherines had me pretty much running on empty. I was also starting to get dark outside. I popped open the gas tank to put in some 87 proof and to my amazement as I looked down on the tank filler neck lip, I could see that this bike had actually been painted black, and a good job at that. Pulling the bike backwards into the light so I could see better, I could see a different color around the filler neck, where the gas cap had rubbed away the black paint. I could see that the original color of this bike was red! I stepped back, my heart skipping a beat. Was this my old Bike? Could it be possible that my old bike came back to me? That was three years ago and I still deliberate with myself every year at sticker renewal time to check the serial number with the MTO to see if this is actually my old bike that my father bought for me in Ottawa when I was a kid. I still haven’t done so, but every time I think about my father long since passed, and look at this bike I can’t help but smile.

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Sallstrom, Koester, Bleau AMA Pro Hillclimb Champs OREGONIA, Ohio (October 18, 2013) The AMA Pro Hillclimb Series, sponsored by Wiseco and PsychMXGrafix, crowned Jay Sallstrom, John Koester and Nick Bleau the 2013 Champions in Unlimited, Xtreme, and Pro Sport classes, respectively, at the final round on the Dayton Motorcycle Club’s Devil’s Staircase Hill at Oregonia, Ohio on October 13th. After a pitched battle against the top contenders, Jay Sallstrom came into the final round as the Unlimited Class heir-apparent. He was neck-and-neck with Vinny Nuzzolilli after round seven, but injuries sustained in a crash in that round knocked Nuzzolilli out of the chase. The door to the title was open, if only slightly, for both Koester and Phil Libhart who were 15 and 24 points back, respectively. Sallstrom’s ninth-place finish on the day was more than enough for the series title. Koester’s sixth-place finish assured him of the second podium step for the series and Libhart’s win moved him just ahead of Nuzzolilli for the third podium spot. Sallstrom said he was happy to have

the title, but regretted that it was at the expense of Nuzzolilli’s injuries. In Xtreme Class, Koester came into the final round with a commanding points lead over Sallstrom and Libhart. He held on, with a fifth-place finish at Oregonia, to clinch the 2013 series championship. Sallstrom finished third on the day to maintain his second-place series finish. Libhart’s Xtreme Class win on the Devil’s Staircase tightened the points gap, but not enough to overtake Sallstrom- he finish third in the series. Koester remarked that he was gunning for both expert titles, but was pleased to have one and knew, since round one, that he could do it. Sixteen-year-old Nick Bleau grabbed up 154 out of a possible 175 Pro Sport points in the first seven rounds, making him nearly untouchable. He needed just one more point to guarantee the 2013 title. He garnered 19 from a fourth-place finish, more than enough to make him the new Pro Sport champ. He was flanked on the podium by Devin Sweitzer, second, and Molly Carbon, third.

Kurt Caselli, Off-Road Motorcycle Racing Champ, Dies After Crash in Mexico Off-road motorcycle racer Kurt Caselli has died after a crash in Mexico. The 30-year-old was competing in the 2013 Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 – a 833-mile race – when the accident happened on Friday. Initial reports claimed that he’d hit a booby trap placed in the road by locals, but KTM reports he’d collided with an animal, resulting in the accident. “The team, who have now recovered Caselli’s bike discovered traces on the machine that indicate he had collided with some animal, which apparently caused the crash,” KTM said Saturday. Caselli, who sustained serious head injuries, was in second place near the end of the race when the accident happened. “Hugely shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Kurt Caselli as the result of a crash while riding in the Baja 1000,” his KTM Racing team said in a statement on its Facebook page. “A huge loss to his

Global media reaction to Marquez’ title triumph By becoming the youngest ever MotoGP™ World Champion on Sunday Marc Marquez made headlines around the globe and he was also congratulated personally by some illustrious names, as he celebrated his title win. With the 2013 MotoGP™ title not decided until the final lap, Jorge Lorenzo missing out by just four points and Marquez having no room for error until he crossed the finishing line at Valencia, the gripping finale grabbed huge international media attention. With a crowd of over 104,000 fans watching in person at the track, massive global TV audience also tuned in to see Marquez make history. U.S. newspaper Washington Post hailed Marquez’ achievement in becoming the first MotoGP rookie champion since Kenny Roberts 35 years ago, whilst CNN acknowledged the Spaniard as the new youngest ever premier class king – Marquez taking that record from another American, Freddie Spencer. The UK press also took note of Marquez’ historical achievement with The Guardian and The Times detailing how Marquez at 20 years and 266 days of age has dislodged Spencer

(who was 21 years and 258 days old when he won the title) from the record books. Meanwhile, the likes of Italy’s Repubblica, France’s Le Monde, Germany’s Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, TheAustralian.com and DNAIndia.com all raved about Marquez’ sensational MotoGP™ rookie triumph. Clearly genuinely happy for Marquez to have taken his record, the pair having met for the first time earlier this year, Spencer tweeted the new young champion directly, saying, ‘Congratulations Marc to you and the team! I couldn’t be happier for you! Enjoy this moment!’ In addition, two highly respected names in the world of sport, FC Barcelona’s Gerard Pique and retiring F1 race winner Mark Webber were both quick to praise the Repsol Honda rider on his record breaking win. Pique was a VIP guest at the Valencia track on Sunday and hugged Marquez following his podium finish, which sealed the 2013 title, later tweeting his congratulations to Marquez, with Webber adding, ‘Was a special little bloke when I met him the first time. Congrats on the world title’.

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the Legend of Hairy Davidson Founded many years ago in upper-Tuktoyaktuk, or Tuktuyaaqtuuq (from the Inuvialuktun meaning “it looks like a caribou”), there lies an Inuvialuit hamlet located in the Inuvik Region of the Northwest Territories, Canada. It is commonly referred to simply by its first syllable, Tuk. The settlement lies north of the Arctic Circle on the shore of the Arctic Ocean. Formerly known as Port Brabant, the community was renamed in 1950 as part of Canada’s new trend at that time, changing community names (back) to those originally given by the Native inhabitants. One day, a French-Canadian Aaventurer/ explorer, by the name of Jean Claude Bigarder, arrived in the village on an old Harley Davidson motorcycle. It was a rustic 1940 Knucklehead that Jean Claude had modified to navigate through snow – and in that part of the world, there was A Lot of Snow! On the forks of his bike, JC had fashioned a

set of small skis that turned in the same direction as the front wheel. He had two smaller foot-skis attached to his boots which he used to stabilize himself in deep snow. The villagers were amazed by what they saw; amazed even more to find out that Jean Claude Bigarder was on a mission to be the first man ever to ride a Harley to the North Pole and back! JC had spent the day loading up on all the supplies he would need to accomplish his trek when a wise elder from the village warned him of an approaching winter storm. “It not wise”, the elder said, “to go, until bad weather pass!” JC was an adventurer, but he was not a fool. The following day and a half brought more wind and snow than the adventurer had ever seen in his life. He waited, and he remained safe. Twenty miles north of Tuk, however, the storm was so bad that even the creatures of the Arctic – those who had not found shelter – were not safe! A mother polar bear, Wutnxt [Inuit for Wor-

ried Hunter], found herself out on an ice flow, in the middle of the storm trying to keep her two boy-cubs, Mitoque and Mikote in her sight. Sadly, she was unsuccessful. Being the younger, and therefore the weakest of the group, Mitoque became separated from his family. After hours of searching, he came upon a little shelter created by a snow drift where he curled up into a ball to wait out the storm. He fell asleep wondering if his mother and brother would ever find him. Two days later, alone, scared and hungrier than he’d ever been, Mitoque wandered aimlessly looking for his family. He didn’t find them. A week later, near death from starvation, Mitoque lay quietly in the snow – but not for long. Suddenly, the sound of low-pitched growling and snapping of teeth caused him to open his eyes to see he’d been surrounded by four large and hungry wolves! He was done for! But then...there came an unusually loud and frightening sound. Mitoque had never heard it before, and judging by the looks on the wolves faces, their ears pulled back tight, neither had they. Instantly, they turned and ran in fear. Mitoque was too weak to run, he just laid there. Experts know that a polar bear’s expression never changes, but one can only imagine Mitoque’s thoughts when he caught sight of Jean Claude Bigarder’s noisy Harley Knucklehead coming over a three foot snow drift! JC saw the bear too, and got off his bike. He cautiously approached Mitoque to see if he was in peril. Quickly, he took some hot tea from a thermos, mixed in a fist full of fresh snow and a splash of his favourite beer, Cinquante [Labatt’s 50]. The white beast showed no fear of Jean Claude and quickly lapped it up. JC went back to his bike, pulled out a big knife and a large chunk of seal jerky he’d bought in the village. He cut a piece off and gave it to the bear. Mitoque ate the whole thing in one bite – and sat up. Jean Claude patted the bear on the head and said, “You will be good again my friend.” He then made camp and for the next few days, shared his food and nursed Mitoque back to health. Early on the third morning, Jean Claude packed his things and kick-started the Harley Knucklehead. The sound startled the bear from his sleep. “Take care, my friend!” Bigarder yelled as he disappeared behind a large mound of snow. Mitoque was about to be abandoned again! He took chase. Although Jean Claude was nearly out of sight, he could still hear the sound of the Knucklehead; sounds travel a long way in the North. Six months went by and although Mitoque was never reunited with his family, he had grown and survived. Spring was in the air and while still a lot of snow remained, there were grassy areas and rock finally starting to show through. As Mitoque rested on a dry piece of grass while soaking up some sun, his ears suddenly perked up. There was that sound again! The sound that he’d never forgotten…. The sound of the man on that thing that moved him across the snow: “patato-patato-patatopatato”. It was the Man! Mitoque ran to the sound. As he crested a hill he could see the man in the distance. But something was wrong. The man was lying on the ground; not moving. The sound from that thing was still making a noise, but the man was motionless. Moreover, Mitoque saw something even more threatening. Wolves! They too had been watching the man, and they were so hungry that the noise from the motorcycle no longer frightened them. Without hesitation, the bear, now fully

grown, was instantly in full flight to save the man. Seeing his approach, the wolves turned their attention to their charging nemesis. They leaped at him with teeth bared only to feel the powerful swat of Mitoque’s mighty paw. He drove them off! The man was saved... but he still was not moving. Mitoque licked his face. His eyes remained shut. And, after some time, the‘patato-patatopatato-patato’ sound from the bike, stopped. Mitoque stayed by the man. When the sun set and the cold winds began to blow, the bear curled around his sleeping friend to keep him warm and shield him from the elements. It worked! The following morning Jean Claude awoke and was excited to see his old buddy. “You saved me, bear, from da wolves! JC again shared what little food he had with his furry friend and then attended to his bike. “Sacre Bleu!” he yelled when he discovered he was completely out of gas. “Ow weil I make it back to da village?” He looked at the bear and said, “Too bad you are not the horse!” and he laughed. After a while, though, an idea came to him. He pulled a rope from his backpack, tied it to his Harley and fashioned a halter around the bear. Once again in the saddle of his Knucklehead, he said, “You may not be the horse, but now you are the Husky Dog... Mush!” Almost as if he had done it before, Mitoque moved forward, pulling the Harley and Explorer behind him. Later that afternoon the villagers of Tuk were first frightened and then amazed to see the northern biker/explorer returning to their village, being pulled by none other than a real polar bear. Remarkable! As they gathered round, Jean Claude told the tale of his ride to the Pole and his adventurous encounters with Mitoque and the wolves. Later that night, the villagers made a huge bonfire in the town square and everyone feasted. The village Elder stood in front of Jean Claude and announced to the people, “This explorer is a great adventurer!” After that, he pointed to the bear and said, “This animal has the courage of a great Northern Hunter!” whereupon two village children brought something to the Elder. It was Jean Claude’s bike helmet, but with two large Viking-like horns now attached to it. He took it, looked at Mitoque and said, “Mighty hunter, you bring us honour and now we honour you as our tradition demands!” “Wait!” Jean Claude shouted. He got up and ran to his bike. He retrieved something from his pack. It was a French Fleur de Lis; his very own good luck charm. He took the helmet and stuck the charm in the middle between the two horns. He approached Mitoque and as he put the helmet on the great bear’s head he said, “In honour of your bravery and spirit, a spirit that beats within the hearts of all motorcycle riders, I proclaim you now, Hairy Davidson... Protector of all TwoWheeled Adventurers!” As the story goes, the adventurer/explorer, Jean Claude Bigarder, stayed in the North for the rest of his life. Some said he was hypnotized by the Northern Lights. Others, knew, he just couldn’t leave his best friend Hairy Davidson, the bear that had saved his life. Whatever happened to Hairy Davidson, you ask? After Jean Claude Bigarder’s death, the white bear disappeared into stories, tales and folklore, never to be seen again. Today, a replica of Hairy Davidson – now the Patron Saint and Protector of all TwoWheeled Adventurers – can be found in Paul Shearstone’s [Richmond Hill based] Harley HideAway. How apropos it is that Hairy Davidson still stands vigil over those who perhaps need him the most.... The UnEasy Riders!

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©2013 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP). All rights reserved. ®, ™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of BRP or its affiliates. Offers valid in Canada only from November 1, 2013 to January 31, 2014. See an authorized BRP dealer for details. The conditions may vary from province to province and the promotion is subject to termination or change at any time without notice. † Up to $2,500 Rebate on select models: Rebate applicable to 2011-2013 new and unused models. Rebate amount depends on the model purchased. ‡ 4-Year Extended Warranty with Roadside Assistance: Eligible units are new and unused 2011, 2012, 2013 or 2014 Can-Am Spyder roadsters. The buyer of eligible units will receive the 24-month BRP Limited Warranty plus a 24-month B.E.S.T. extended service contract subject to a $50 deductible on each repair. The buyer of eligible units will also receive 48 months of FREE Roadside Assistance. See your participating Can-Am dealer for a copy of the BRP Limited Warranty and B.E.S.T. contract. ∆Great Financing: Subject to credit approval by the participating financial institution. Eligible units are new and unused 2011 - 2014 Can-Am Spyder roadsters. License, insurance, registration, freight and preparation, options, applicable fees, duties, levies and taxes are extra. Down payments may be required. Dealer may sell for less. While quantities last.BRP reserves the right, at any time, to discontinue or change specifications, prices, designs, features, models or equipment without incurring any obligation. Some models depicted may include optional equipment. Always ride responsibly and safely. Always observe applicable local laws and regulations. Don’t drink and drive. 610816 ©2013 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP). All rights reserved. ®, ™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of BRP or its affiliates. Offers valid in Canada only from November 1, 2013 to January 31, 2014. See an authorized BRP dealer for details. The conditions may vary from province to province and the promotion is subject to termination or change at any time without notice. † Up to $2,500 Rebate on select models: Rebate applicable to 2011-2013 new and unused models. Rebate amount depends on the model purchased. ‡ 4-Year Extended Warranty with Roadside Assistance: Eligible units are new and unused 2011, 2012, 2013 or 2014 Can-Am Spyder roadsters. The buyer of eligible units will receive the 24-month BRP Limited Warranty plus a 24-month B.E.S.T. extended service contract subject to a $50 deductible on each repair. The buyer of eligible units will also receive 48 months of FREE Roadside Assistance. See your participating Can-Am dealer for a copy of the BRP Limited Warranty and B.E.S.T. contract. ∆Great Financing: Subject to credit approval by the participating financial institution. Eligible units are new and unused 2011 - 2014 Can-Am Spyder roadsters. License, insurance, registration, freight and preparation, options, applicable fees, duties, levies and taxes are extra. Down payments may be required. Dealer may sell for less. While quantities last.BRP reserves the right, at any time, to discontinue or change specifications, prices, designs, features, models or equipment without incurring any obligation. Some models depicted may include optional equipment. Always ride responsibly and safely. Always observe applicable local laws and regulations. Don’t drink and drive. 610816

Team Vincent Motorsports 1148-2 Northumberland St., Ayr, 519-632-8810 or 800-221-4360 www.teamvincentmotorsports.com

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Kitchener Harley-Davidson® 2255 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener, 519-893-0493 OR 866-803-6837 www.kitchenerharley.com

Davies Harley-Davidson®

8779 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill 905-709-1340 OR 866-977-1340 www.daviesharley.com

Jacox Harley-Davidson® 2815 Argentia Road, Mississauga 905-858-0966 www.jacoxharley.com

Mackie Harley-Davidson®

880 Champlain Avenue, Oshawa 905-434-6550 OR 800-668-5828 www.mackieharleydavidson.com

Rocky’s Harley-Davidson®

900 Wilton Grove Road, London 519-438-1450 OR 866-438-1450 www.rockys-harley.com

Barrie Harley-Davidson® 311 Bryne Drive, Barrie 728-5322 OR 888-743-1903 www.barriehd.com

Clare’s Harley-Davidson® of Niagara

590 York Rd, Niagara on the Lake 905-684-4647 OR 866-979-7403 www.claresharleydavidson.com