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Harley-Davidson® Livewire™ Pre-orders - April 17th

(Vaughan, ON) April 16, 2019 – Harley-Davidson® has today announced that Canadian pre-order period for the all-new electric LiveWire™ motorcycle will open April 17. Visit the Harley-Davidson website to discover their nearest authorized LiveWire dealer and place a pre-order deposit. Only dealerships nominated as authorized Harley-Davidson LiveWire dealers are able to take a deposit and secure a preorder. First deliveries expected this fall.

The LiveWire represents the future of Harley-Davidson, bringing high-performance electric propulsion, evocative design, and cellular connectivity to today’s rider. The LiveWire’s H-D Revelation™ powertrain delivers extreme power in a seamless rush while the simplicity of operation allows the rider to focus more completely on the real thrill of motorcycling – the dynamic sensations of acceleration and motion. LiveWire can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/hr in 3.0 seconds and 100 to 129 km/hr in 1.9 seconds.

The high-voltage battery provides 225 km of range city or 142 km of range combined.

The LiveWire’s dynamic capability is maximized with a chassis which is designed to deliver nimble, agile handling for confident control on urban streets and a thrilling ride on curving backroads. Premium high-performance SHOWA® front and rear suspension is paired with an extremely rigid lightweight cast aluminum frame to give precise, responsive handling that makes the LiveWire model exciting to ride in any situation. Brembo® Monoblock front brake calipers further contribute to the precise control available and deliver a crisp feel for confident braking performance.

Completing the LiveWire’s riding dynamic is an Electronic Chassis Control (ECC) system that utilizes the cornering-enhanced Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control System (TCS) and DragTorque Slip Control System (DSCS) to monitor and manage front and rear brake torque as well as motor torque to the rear wheel to enhance rider control and balance vehicle performance across diverse riding environments. The system is fully electronic and utilizes the latest six-axis inertial measurement unit and ABS sensor technology. The separate functions of ECC work together to give the rider more confidence and control in less-than-ideal situations.

LiveWire’s power is replenished through a number of charging options. An on-board Level 1 charger plugs into a standard 120-volt (or 240volt) household outlet with a power cord that stores below the motorcycle seat. Level 1 RPH (range per hour) of charging time is 21 km for each hour of charging; the LiveWire motorcycle is expected to get a full charge overnight with Level 1 charging. For more information on the new Harley-Davidson LiveWire motorcycle, visit www.Harley-Davidson.com/Electric

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We had a hunch it was coming. After a marked absence from the market a decade ago, the Katana resurfaced same time last year, when Suzuki trademarked the name, leaving us to wonder what the company had in store. Thankfully, unlike some other trademark tracks that go cold after a while, it didn’t take too long for Suzuki to act on it and put its trademark to good use. Six months later, the Katana was back.

THE POWER OF THE SWORD Between the concept unveiled at EIC-

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MA in 2017 and the trademark filing, we knew there was something big coming at Suzuki’s—we simply didn’t know when.

Then in September, weekly teasers made their appearance and kickstarted the countdown to Intermot. Finally, on October 2, 2018, we got our first look at the returning Katana.

Forget the latest, sportier generations of the model that marked the end of the 25-year legacy in 2006. Suzuki is instead going back 40 years by bringing back the original 1981 Katana GSX 1100S aesthetic in all its early 80s glory. Picking up on

some styling cues introduced by Hans Muth and his Target Design three-man crew four decades ago, the 2020 Katana brings back the square headlight (stacked dual lamps in this case) and bulky fairing look, sprinkled with just the right amount of modern flare. I mean, Suzuki even went as far as to reintroduce the model in its original silver livery slapped with red lettering on the flanks.

The platform borrows features from a few different past models—almost as though there was no way to recreate a genuine Katana continued on PG. 03

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experience with modern ideas. The lightweight twin-spar aluminum alloy frame helps keep the weight (relatively) low. The model’s footprint is the same as the GSXS1000F with a total length of 87 inches and a 57.4-inch wheelbase. The number of the scale is also the same, both models weighting in at 474 lb. As for the swingarm, it apparently comes from the 2016 GSX-R1000.

The plushier seat and straight riding geometry comfortably position the returning Katana in the sport-touring segment, a far cry from its predecessor and its sporty ambitions. Interestingly, like its previous generation, this new version of the Katana also receives a fairly low seat at 32.5 inches which keeps the bike in the “more accessible” category.

According to Suzuki, the innerworks are inspired by the 2006-2009 GSX-R1000 K5 999cc inline four mill (the same as the current generation GSX-S) with a 73.4 x 59.0mm bore and stroke, rated at 148 hp and 80 lb-ft of torque. The longer stroke allows the Katana to produce more torque

at low rpm, while the near 150-hp output at 10,000 rpm positions its favorable on the market, ahead of its closest competitors. The four cylinder evacuate through a 4-in-1 exhaust pipe system meant to reduce the noise.

New throttle cable geometry should help make accelerations on the Katana less brutal than on the Gixxers and a low rpm assist system will keep you from embarrassing yourself at take offs by avoiding a stall. The new model also comes equipped with three traction control modes, from a more to a less invasive setting, depending on the riding conditions.

The bike is mounted on an inverted 43mm KYB telescopic fork at the front and a single adjustable link-type shock at the back. Braking power is provided by a set of 310-mm dual discs paired with two Brembo four-piston callipers, while at the back, the bike is fitted with a Nissin single piston calliper. The Katana also receives a Bosch ABS system. The 17-inch wheels are wearing a set of Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tires.

Suzuki plans on announcing the price

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of the new 2020 Katana in the coming weeks with the intention of bringing the bike to the showrooms in the fall.

A look at what has been announced on

the other side of the pond leads us to believe the nameplate will come at a pretty penny, or at least more than what the GSX-S1000 goes for.

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You’ve got a long way to go

As with all new riders, this newfound fascination with motorcycling has you chomping at the bit to get out and ride until your behind is numb beyond recognition. And then you want to go out and do it again. Nothing can come between you and the open road, or any road for that matter. You’re a beginner motorcyclist, and you are convinced you’ll never grow tired of this two-wheeled passion. But heading out for a ride without really thinking about what you’re getting yourself into is asking for trouble, or worse, a trip to the hospital or a permanent dirt nap. There are a long list of stupid mistakes new riders make in their first six months, and they’re not nearly as obscure as you might think. I’ve compiled a list of the most egregious and detrimental mistakes, and it’s not a terrible idea for you seasoned riders to review it too.

The Safety Course is for Losers One of the dumbest things you can do is think you’re “good enough” and you don’t need some lousy beginners course. Here’s where you’re wrong. What you’ll learn in one weekend will teach you the essentials of safe riding for a lifetime. They’ll teach you that your most important safety gear is between your ears. Use it, sign up, and show up.

I Want to Ride Everywhere!

Yes, I get that you’re excited. Hell, my pulse still races with the thought of getting out for a good ride. But you’re not ready for every riding condition or situation just yet. Get your riding practice in ever-increasing levels of difficulty, but only when you’re ready.

Don’t start out riding in the city in rush-hour traffic. Ride at your current skill level and then when you feel you’ve progressed in skill and awareness, edge forward. Unforced errors are stupid and dangerous.

Small Motorcycles are Lame Don’t let your first bike be a Hayabusa, or even a big cruiser for that matter. Get yourself a starter bike, you won’t lose your dignity.

If you get a starter bike and want to move up after your skill level improves, then you can always sell and upgrade.

Everyone Can See Me Yes, you’ve now reached all new levels of coolness, but that doesn’t mean people can see you when you ride. In fact, you should assume you are invisible to them. Assume that people will cut you off in traffic, pedestrians will walk into your path, and you’ll just plain be ignored whenever the opportunity presents itself.

I Don’t Want to Spend Big $$ on Gear Your old man’s half helmet and your old jeans and leather jacket are enough, right?

Wrong. The right gear can save your life or help prevent serious injuries. Spend the money to do it right the first time. Wearing the proper gear will help you survive your beginner riding days.

I Want to Bring Someone With Me Yes, taking your girlfriend or your buddy along on the back of your new steed is tempting. You can show off. You can reveal how skilled you are and you can both end up as street pizza since you’re in no way

ready to take on a passenger. The physics of riding changes, and chances are your friend doesn’t get how to be a good passenger yet either. Heck, they might even talk to you, which adds an unnecessary distraction this early in your riding experience. Don’t think about group riding, you’re still learning how to ride safely and pay attention to your surroundings.

Riding in Traffic is Just Like Driving a Car If you think riding a motorcycle in traffic is as easy as driving a car, then get off now.

Your level of awareness has to increase about tenfold in order to ride safely. You have to be far more aware of how traffic flows, road conditions, pedestrians, expansion joints, railroad crossings—and pretty much everything else. Not only do you need to see, remember, you also need to assume you are not seen.

I’ve got Great Reflexes Keeping your finger on both the brake and clutch levers is beginner’s brilliance. That split second it takes to even think about it could mean the difference between life and death, injury and avoidance. It removes one entire step in the reaction process. Rather than having to move your fingers into position to activate either, they’re already there.

It’s a good practice that reminds you never to be lazy when you ride.

Last but not least, enjoy your new freedom and the camaraderie that goes along with motorcycling.

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chatterbox Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki cooperating on electric motorcycles

Believe it or not, the Big 4 motorcycle makers in Japan are apparently working together on a new electric motorcycle standard.

Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki are the four major Japanese motorcycle manufacturers. None of the companies have a true production electric motorcycle yet.

Honda recently showed off an electric CR250 dirt bike concept at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show.

Yamaha has some very nice electric bicycles and is making progress on electric trials bikes.

Suzuki and Kawasaki… well they don’t have much of anything to show for electric motorcycles.

The Big 4 are working together to form a consultative body to discuss details about a unified standard for electric motorcycles.

The goal for Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki is to prevent many different standards from being established for charging stations and other infrastructure that could hamper adoption of electric motorcycles.

The four motorcycle manufacturers aren’t showing off any hardware or distinct plans yet. But they are reportedly working on standards concerning batteries and charging equipment.

Charging has been a major point of progress lately in the electric motorcycle industry. For years, Zero’s electric motorcycles have held the top spot but only offered Level 1 (110V wall outlet) charging natively.

An upgraded accessory was required to allow for Level 2 charging.

Zero’s new SR/F electric motorcycle

recently added higher power Level 2 charging as an option, but still lacks Level 3 DC fast charging.

Last week Lightning unveiled their new Strike electric motorcycle, which emphasized faster charging.

The base model offers Level 1 and 2 charging as standard. The higher end model includes Level 3 DC fast charging which takes just 35 minutes, and can be installed as an option on the base model.

Harley-Davidson’s new LiveWire electric motorcycle is also capable of Level 3 DC fast charging, though its Level 2 charging is limited to Level 1 levels. Harley-Davidson dealers are already installing Level 3 chargers and EV parking spots at their dealerships.

Electric scooter companies such as Gogoro have taken a different approach to charging. They offer removable batteries that can be charged either at home or in dedicated battery swap stations.

I understand what the Big 4 are reportedly trying to do, but I’m not sure why. Most electric motorcycles in the US are simply adopting the same CCS standards used by electric vehicles. Whether they support Level 3 charging seems to be the big differentiator, but that’s often just a matter of whether the batteries can handle it and whether the company wants to design for it.

We’d rather see the Big 4 working together on batteries, motors, or something else that will actually help them get bikes on the road sooner.

Charging isn’t the battle right now – production is.

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Revival Cycles is showcasing big boxer engines with the Birdcage.

Alan Stulberg is a fan of boxer engines. He and his team have created a unique custom bike, a prototype twocylinder boxer engine. Inspired by BMW motorcycles from the 1930s and racecars from the early 1960s, this oneof-a-kind bike will be on display for the first time at the Handbuilt Motorcycle Show in Austin, Texas.

Customizer Alan Stulberg impressively demonstrated in 2016 he knows how to interpret the history of BMW Motorrad with the Revival Henne BMW Landspeeder. With this complete Birdcage Build, Alan brought back to life the spirit of the era when Ernst Henne set world records on BMW motorcycles. The frame design references racecars of the early 1960s, giving all the attention to the powerful boxer engine.

The frame Alan designed gives an unobstructed view of the engine and drive linkage. Its rods are so thin an observer can see through the frame. The builder used 9 millimeter titanium rods for the first time; welding together 134 parts to create an impressive and delicate design based on the lattice tube frame of a Maserati Birdcage. “I wanted to establish the engine as the absolute most extraordinary feature of the build.” Alan also plays around with asymmetry, a theme that forms the leitmotif for the frame and bike: the staggered cylinders, the drive linkage on the right side of the motorcycle, and other components installed asymmetrically.

Alan normally prefers subtle, elegant lines, themes, materials, and colors over overt, bright, strange, and eye-catching styles. When building the Birdcage, he opted for a less subtle approach: “I’ve become more showy and started pushing the boundaries.” The Revival Cycles shop also focuses on uniqueness when it comes to the tires: These customizers

use 23 inch slicks from Dunlop, which are pure prototypes. “We are the only ones in the world who have them.” And there was even a temporary cooperation between customizers: Craig Rodsmith (Rodsmith Motorcycles) was a guest for four days at Revival Cycles. This metalworking master completed the engine covers made of naturally polished aluminium and designed by Alan. These covers emphasize the curves and oval shape of the engine.

From the very first look at the new BMW Motorrad engine, Alan was impressed by its aesthetic and powerful presence. “This giant boxer, with its power and torque, has enormous potential,” explains Alan. The idea to design a bike like this laid dormant in his mind for many years, and with this engine from BMW Motorrad, the opportunity arose. A very time-intensive process begins, six months alone for the concept’s drawings and lines. Then Alan decided on the wheel and tire sizes before creating the CAD drawings for the geometry and mechanics, then developed the model in order to review the aesthetics, physics, and functionality.

“This was far and away a very liberating and personally enjoyable project because I had the creative freedom to build the bike according to my vision,” summarizes the American. Alan already had the hang of motorcycles, their design and mechanics. He is fascinated by technology; he feels its magic. After leaving his sales job in 2007, Alan turned his hobby into a project that earned him enough money to never have to go back to the routine of a nine-to-five job. “I just couldn’t stop changing and modifying every mechanical item that I owned or worked on.” He took matters into his own hands: There is always a revival to develop. And now, Alan has brought this custom Birdcage bike to life.

KTM and Husqvarna recall motorcycles due to throttle problem KTM and Husqvarna are recalling the 50 SX and TC 50 motorcycles due to a problem with the throttle that could lead to an increased risk of crashes.

The throttle can become stuck in the open position. No injuries have been reported.

The recall involves model year 2019 KTM 50 SX and Husqvarna TC 50 closed course/competition motorcycles with 50cc 2-cycle engines. Only model year 2019 motorcycles that have the letter K in the 10th position of the vehicle identification

number which is located on the right side of the steering head are included in the recall.

There are about 780 affected models in all.

The motorcycles were sold at KTM and Husqvarna Motorcycles authorized dealers nationwide from March 2018 December 2018.

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM or Husqvarna Motorcycles dealer to schedule a free repair.

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The weather was warm and the roads dry. Mr. Giraud had been on motorcycles much of his adult life.

But riding around Vancouver on his Ducati, he felt a constant frisson of risk among all the cars and trucks. “There were too many close calls, on every ride,” he said. Mr. Giraud then experienced the madding traffic of Jakarta on a motorcycle, when he visited the Indonesian capital for a wedding. On the flight home, he thought there had to be a way to make it safer to ride.

Technology and transportation was Mr. Giraud’s bailiwick. In 2008, after a pro-snowboard career and some smallbusiness ventures, he founded his first startup, one that worked on electriccar technology. It attracted some angel investors, but didn’t take off. In 2012, Mr. Giraud started Mojio Inc., to connect cars with the internet. Mr. Giraud signed on Deutsche Telekom to lead an $8-million financing in 2015 and then stepped aside for a more experienced chief executive.

After Mr. Giraud turned his attention to motorcycle safety, he connected with Dom Kwong, a veteran Vancouver hardware engineer. They co-founded Damon Motors Inc. – billed as Damon X Labs. The company is developing technology that combines hardware and software to make motorcycling safer.

It’s Mr. Giraud’s third startup – and it may well be his biggest challenge yet.

Today, Damon has a prototype of its system outfitted on a bike on the second floor of a small space near downtown

Vancouver, and a team of engineers at work around it. The Damon system starts with a forward-facing radar and camera. It scans for trouble ahead and buzzes the handlebars to alert a rider to pull the brakes. Radar on each side of the bike sense trouble on the blind spots. A camera on the back – viewed through a screen mounted between the handles – adds eyes for what’s coming from behind.

“One extra second will make all the difference between an accident and a close call,” Mr. Giraud said.

The technology has been road-tested for more than a year and Mr. Giraud hopes the company will make its initial sales by the end of the 2019.

Mr. Giraud says fleet operators such as police departments could be a strong potential market, and his initial goal is to retrofit motorcycles for a commercial operator. Another avenue is to license the technology to motorcycle manufacturers. Longer term, Mr. Giraud sees potential in data-gathering and artificial intelligence – and Damon possibly building its own bike.

Damon has raised $2.4-million so far and in May, will start a seed round to try to raise another US$3-million through SeedInvest, an equity crowdfunding firm based in New York.

It is an uphill fight for Damon, on all fronts.

Mr. Giraud has to convince investors Damon’s technology will work.

Then there is the stodgy motorcycle business, averse to change and slow to adopt even basic safety technology such as anti-lock brakes. And while motorcycles are common around the world, the North American market – where expensive new technology could first take hold – is in rapid decline: Motorcycle sales have fallen by almost half from a peak a decade or so ago, and the median age of riders is close to 50.

Serious competition could come from far larger rivals. The top motorcycle brands Honda Motor Co. Ltd.

invested $250,000 in Damon last fall.

Mr. Croxon, who ran and sold online dating website Lavalife and then appeared as a “dragon” on CBC’s Dragons’ Den, said the big risk is whether

Damon can get off the ground. “One of the perils of investing in really early stage is you don’t have existing revenue to fall back on.”

Zack Courts, co-host of the show

Throttle Out online for MotorTrend, said Damon might find space to gain traction.

“One cool thing about the motorcycle industry is it’s small enough that small companies can have an impact,” Mr. Courts said.

He noted that while the likes of Honda are sprawling corporations, and could develop similar technology in-house, Damon isn’t necessarily in direct competition. “You’re not going up against Honda,” said Mr. Courts. “You’re trying to improve a Honda.”

Mr. Giraud’s immediate challenge is raising more money. SeedInvest has worked with 150plus companies to raise about US$100-million; in Canada, Damon will use online investment platform FrontFundr.

Mr. Giraud knows it will be a tough sell.“Mine have always been complicated businesses,” he said.

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Robert Bosch GmbH, the German conglomerate that is a leader in auto parts, is working on similar motorcycle safety technology as Damon.

Mr. Giraud and his current backers believe change in motorcycles will come from outside the established names.

“A lot of these big companies, I don’t find particularly innovative,” investor Bruce Croxon said at Round 13 Capital in Toronto. “There’s been no radical change for many years. It’s emblematic of mature industries.

It’s tough to innovate from within.”

Round 13, with $220-million under management, usually invests several millions in established upstarts but does dabble in early-stage companies: “Seasoned entrepreneurs with big ideas,” Mr. Croxon said. Round 13

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Jeff and Tania are a wonderfully interesting couple. Jeff, originally from Mississauga, started his working life as a chef and then moved into journalism.

Tania, also a Canadian, was a successful interior designer and the couple met in South America. After travelling and living abroad for many years the couple have now returned to Canada and settled in Hamilton. Whilst, between them they possess an enviable array of skills, they also have a shared vision. This vision is to create a unique hub for the community that brings people together.

It’s important to say that STGC is not just a destination for riders, it is an inclusive place for everyone - bike or no bike. So whether you ride a motorcycle or not, you will find that STGC is just a wonderful venue to meet new friends or connect with old ones. It’s undeniable that Tania’s expertise with interior design really shines through here, bringing an effortless, relaxed and welcoming atmosphere to STGC. Whilst you are there, you can enjoy a truly superb cup of coffee. They offer in-house specials too - like the #FatLatte and the sultry Cafe Nieto - as well as fresh homemade biscotti. If tea is your thing STGC has also got that covered, with a wide range of loose leaf teas on offer.

STGC is also a retail store, where you can select from premium lifestyle apparel, grooming products, vintage art, books, leather goods and so much more.

The sort of high quality brands that are stocked include Deus Ex Machina, Biltwell, Levi’s, Herschel Supply and Red Wing Shoes.

Jeff and Tania have built upon their vision by further developing the Steel Town brand. There’s now a unique range of lifestyle goods - including teeshirts, five-panel hats, water bottles, luggage and more - all manufactured by local Canadian companies. While you are there, why not pick up a sticker, a pin or a patch as a memento of your visit?

Then, of course, there are the bike nights. STGC runs these periodically during the summer months. These are a real treat for riders and non-riders alike. As a measure of STGC’s success in attracting people from all walks of life, during these bike nights you will rub shoulders with entrepreneurs, steel workers, surgeons, chefs and university students - all there to soak up the atmosphere and the great sense of community. Check their website to find out when these bike nights are happening - www. steeltowngarage.com.

One of the most magical aspects of these bike nights - for motorcycle enthusiasts especially - is to see the diverse range of different motorcycles, old and new. You will see home-made cafe racers, Italian exotica, Triumphs, BMWs and Harleys. If you are not a rider, it’s worth going to a bike night just to meet new people, enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, look at the bikes and just have fun. This all aligns perfectly with Jeff and Tania’s philosophy … it doesn’t matter what you ride everyone is welcome.

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By MARK WHITEHOUSE It’s probably worth stating, right up front, that I am absolutely not a fan of anything Harley Davidson. After having spent most of my life in Europe my exposure to Harleys is very limited. This can be attributed to the general poor handling and excessive bulk of Harleys, leading to their overall unsuitability for the European roads. Let’s face it, if you present a Harley with a road laden with twists and turns it will have the motorcycling equivalent of a heart attack.

However, right across the North American continent Harleys can be seen in much greater numbers. Indeed, for some bikers out there, it is the only motorcycle to have. I still don’t understand this single-minded perspective on motorcycling and I probably never will.

When people buy their Harley they have also, unwittingly, bought something else as well. Included with the purchase of the bike, the owners have become instilled with the irresistible temptation to personalize their bikes almost immediately. This remains a lifelong obsession in conjunction with an increased knowledge and intimacy

with the HD after market catalogue of just how proud he was of his creation. accessories. It’s almost as though the Brian’s little beauty started life as a 2016 Harley owner is indoctrinated into be- Harley Davidson FLHXS (Street Glide lieving that their bike is simply not good Special) in ‘Velocity Red Sunglo’ paint. enough - constantly needing just a few The paintwork, in and of itself, was simmore tweaks here and there. I will say, ply remarkable and utterly resplendent though, that no other motorcycle man- in the late morning sunshine. Brian has ufacturer offers left the paintwork such a dazzling ‘as is’, and the array of afterabsence of any BadAss Bullets market parts (and painted flames or Yaffe handle bars accessories) to skulls was a welenable owners to come change for a Factory 47 bag guards personalize their modified Harley.

Arlen Ness windshield trim bikes.

Perhaps Upon chatting that’s why no two with Brian, he Klockwerks shield Harleys ever look mentioned a few Stage 1 exhaust with V&H the same - even if of the upgrades they started life as that he has done Power Dual Headers exactly the same to make his HarLegend Suspension model. ley exclusively In the backdrop his own?

Some OptiCoat ceramic coating of this, imagnew handle bars, Avon memory foam grips ine my surprise guards, solo seat, and much, much when I finally see Corbin solo seat more … but you a Harley DavidLithium Battery get the gist of son that is truly modifications. eye-catching and Dakota Digital gauge package All-in-all, the a pure expression end result was of automotive art - whilst managing not to compromise quite something to behold. Sure these the overall riding dynamics of the bike. modifications were decidedly on the I had to meet the owner and find out wrong side of expensive, but the overall more about this great looking machine. impact was nothing short of show-stopI introduced myself to Brian (the ping. Furthermore, Brian’s improveowner) and it was hard not to notice ments to the Harley’s power, comfort

and handling have all been addressed extremely successfully.

The handling is far more precise, thanks in no small part to the replacement Legend suspension components.

Even though the engine displacement remains unchanged, at 103cu (1690cc), the combination of headers, exhaust and airflow has obviously released a very noticeable few more ponies.

Whilst the standard bike only offered an asthmatic 87bhp it’s reasonable to say that Brians’ Harley is pushing this figure well over 100bhp. Brian mentioned that these enhancements have also introduced a much smoother and linear power delivery - which, as we all know, is completely uncharacteristic of a Harley.

When it comes to rider comfort, its full marks to Brian yet again. The stock seat has been replaced with a superb Corbin number. It is as comfortable as it is elegant and understated. Next there’s the Yaffe handlebars which are now in precisely the right place for effortless long distance touring. The screen too has been upgraded in order to enhance the riding experience. An interesting upgrade is the Dakota digital gauge package. These gauges look fabulous whilst providing a graceful modern flair to the bike. under the covers, Brian has replaced the OEM battery with a Lithium one and he estimates that this alone has delivered a weight saving of

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some 17lbs.

To give you some idea of just how much thought Brian has put into the practical aspects of riding this bike, he has added front wheel axle guards as well as the Factory 47 bag guards and engine bars. Whilst these components serve to protect the bike they also happen to very subtly enhance its looks.

As already mentioned, the paintwork

on this Harley is stunning. You would never guess that this bike is 3 years old.

It looks like it just came off the showroom floor. To achieve this, Brian has had the whole bike professionally ceramic coated. This is yet another example of Brian’s attention to detail.

The ceramic coating acts as a protective layer over the bike thereby minimizing cleaning times. Like Brian, we all want to focus on riding our bikes rather than

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What is far more important is that Brian has successfully addressed just about all of the areas that really matter, in order to turn this into a true riders bike.

Much as I hate to admit it, this particular Harley was a revelation. For me, it showed what can be done with a rather mundane Harley and make it a bike that even a non-Harley enthusiast (like me) would like to own. On a personal note, I would like to thank Brian for completely changing my perceptions of Harleys and helping me to appreciate the attraction of the brand.

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It’s always fun and interesting to see just how far 3D printing can be pushed.

In the past few years, quite a few 3D printed car projects were launched, showcasing 3D printing’s potential in large-scale manufacturing.

The story is more or less the same with motorcycles. The potential for 3D printing makes everything from development to production happen faster, cheaper and more efficiently.

Just to be clear, 3D printing motorcycles refers to 3D printing the motorcycle’s body. The engine or e-motor can’t be 3D printed — not yet anyway.

3D printed motorcycles still mostly exist in the form of prototypes, or they’re made in limited numbers making them quite expensive and unique. Projects like these mostly raise awareness around what could be the future of motorcycles.

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1. BigRep NERA German large-scale additive manufacturing firm BigRep decided to create a 3D printed motorcycle to show off the capabilities of its 3D printers and materials: The NERA motorcycle is an FDM 3D printed electric motorcycle, created by NOWlab, BigRep’s innovation division.

The main goal of the entire 3D printed motorcycle was to display the company’s ability to implement new technologies and materials into production. In other words, BigRep wants the NERA to represent the new era in large-scale additive manufacturing, hence the name.

Showcasing 3D printing on big scale projects like the NERA motorcycle should highlight the technology’s ability to reduce both lead times and costs but, at the same time, reduce the dependency on supplier networks.

BigRep claims the production time, from conception to final product was around 12 weeks. That’s fast! Also, the engineers designed the NERA so that it contains only 15 parts so that both assembly and production could be faster and easier.

The e-motor that powers the NERA is mounted in the back rim, while the battery powering it sits inside the entirely 3D printed bodywork. Even the tires are 3D printed! They’re made of a unique structure, which makes them airless and much harder to puncture.

What you may have noticed looking

at the NERA is the lack of a conventional fork. That’s because the NERA features a forkless steering system made out of eight pivot joints. And to remove the need for suspension, the NERA features 3D printed flexible bumpers, which should absorb all kinds of road bumps.

2. Triumph Daytona Modified Parts Polish 3D printing company Zortrax decided to 3D print all of the plastic exterior components of a Triumph Daytona motorcycle. The designers came up with a new design for the bike’s exterior plastic components, casting around the tank, seat, windshield, fairings and lights.

The process of redesigning the bike began by stripping all of the bike’s surface components. Afterward, the team used 3D scanners to accurately scan and redesign every component so that the new parts would fit just like OEM parts.

All of the new, redesigned parts were made on Zortrax’s M300 FDM 3D printers. Obviously, in order to achieve a smooth surface finish, the parts had to go through a range of post-processing methods, including sanding, grinding, and painting.

Redesigning the motorcycle took a month, which is a notable achievement.

What this project brilliantly shows is the potential 3D printing and scanning technologies have for aftermarket body kit manufacturers. Using 3D printing and scanning, it’s possible to design and produce an entirely new, perfectly fitting bodywork in a matter of months!

Sadly, the Zortrax-modified Triumph Daytona isn’t road legal since it features lots of 3D printed components that haven’t been approved for road use.

3. Light Rider: The Light Rider is considered the world’s first 3D printed motorcycle. It was developed by APWorks, Airbus’s division for metal additive manufacturing and advanced materials.

The most noticeable feature of the Light Rider is the design of its frame. It was produced using specific bionic algorithms, which produce shapes that take the least amount of material but provide the greatest level of strength possible.

That’s why the frame looks so exotic.

The frame weighs just 13 lbs (6 kg) and was made on a metal 3D printer through metal powder bed fusion.

ture implementations of advanced new technologies into production and vehicles themselves.

The eye-catching exhibit was the 3D printed motorcycle frame and swingarm. Sadly, we don’t know what they’re made of, but what we guess it was 3D printed using metal powder bed fusion.

The 3D printed frame belongs to BMW’s 200hp S1000RR motorcycle. The S1000RR is a very successful motorcycle, which started its life in the form of a 2009 Superbike World Championship motorcycle. A year later, a series production version of the S1000RR was revealed.

BMW is one of the automotive industry leaders when it comes to addi-

tive manufacturing. The company has already invested over $11.3 million into additive manufacturing, meaning it has a huge interest in it.

BMW is well aware that 3D printing could be the ultimate solution for faster and cheaper production. Also, when it comes to motorcycles, weight is especially important. The less the motorcycle weighs, the better the performance figures are.

With 3D printing, BMW aims to 3D print motorcycle frames which reduce weight but, at the same time, provide a great amount of structural strength.

5. 1:1 1972 Honda CB500 Although the 1:1 scale 3D printed

Honda CB500 from 1972 isn’t a functional 3D printed motorcycle, it’s too cool to ignore! It’s almost hard to believe that New-York-based artist Jonathan Brand created this amazing full-size replica using only two Ultimaker 3D printers.

Given his desire and passion for motorcycles, Jonathan decided to embark on the journey of 3D printing the Honda CB500. It took him 12 months to fully print the parts out of 18 rolls of transparent plastic filament. Each of the parts measures 1 mm in thickness. Since the replica was done on a 1:1 scale, Jonathan had to split some of the parts, like the seat, into multiple pieces to fit into the printer’s build volume.

The final product weighs only 20 kg (44 lbs). Naturally, it’s rather fragile, which means you won’t be able to ride it, but at least the wheels can move.

This project showcases the importance and potential of desktop (FDM) 3D printers. At the same time, it highlights the phenomenal engineering of a motorcycle by the use of a transparent filament.

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used its proprietary material called Scalmalloy. Think of it as a unique material that combines aluminum’s lightweight features with titanium’s strength.

In fact, APWorks claims its “Scalmalloy” is even stronger than titanium!

Thanks to the frame, the entire motorcycle weighs only 77 lbs (35 kg) and is powered by a 6-kW electric motor. The Light Rider has a claimed top speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).

The Light Rider is road legal and available for purchase. However, it comes at the high price tag of $56,000 and only 50 units will ever be produced.

While APWorks definitely made a few bucks selling the Light Rider, the company also gained new knowledge in the field of additive manufacturing. The APWorks team successfully showed the that it’s possible to make a robust vehicle with metal additive manufacturing.

The main goal is to implement the techniques used for the Light Rider’s production into the aerospace industry.

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By TIM PATTEN By now most of us have heard about Ceramic Coatings for our vehicles. But what exactly is it and why should we consider it for our motorcycles?

We spoke to one of Southern Ontario’s leading specialists - David Buckingham from ‘Detail My Car’ - who kindly explained what’s involved, what it does and the associated benefits.

spent cleaning the bike leaves more time to ride.

• Add value to the bike - A bike that has been ceramic coated will, typically, stay looking sharper for longer. This means that there will be an improved value when it’s time to trade in.

smooth out the paintwork by removing any bug stains, fallout (toxic atmospheric particles), road debris, tar, overspray, tree sap and oils.

• Surface Prep - remove any coatings, waxes, oils, silicones or other substances that have adhered to any surfaces to ensure maximum bonding

What exactly is Ceramic Coating?

Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer that is applied by hand to the exterior of a vehicle. The coating chemically bonds to the vehicle’s main surfaces (paintwork, frame, chrome, wheels, etc.) creating a layer of protection.

In short, a Ceramic Coating adds a layer of protection to your vehicle’s exterior that helps keep it looking like-new with comparatively little maintenance. The coating achieves this result by making your vehicle more resilient to most contaminants and therefore much easier to clean.

What are the main benefits of Ceramic Coating?

• Protection from UV Damage/Oxidization The Ceramic Coating protects the treated surfaces from oxidization. In other words your paintwork remains bright and shiny for longer.

• Ease of Cleaning - Ceramic Coatings are hydrophobic which means that they repel water. This makes cleaning the bike a much quicker and simpler task.

You may also find you don’t need so many cleaning products thereby saving money.

• More time to Ride - Less time

What can you expect from ‘Detail My Car’?

‘Detail My Car’ offer a comprehensive ceramic coating service for cars and motorcycles. The key stages of the process are as follows: • Wash and decontamination -

of the ceramic coating.

• Paint Correction - remove swirl marks, fine scratches and any oxidation in order to make the surface as smooth as possible.

• Super Smooth Paint - For a professional application of the ceramic

coating the paint has to be completely smooth and ‘DMC’ use a clay bar (if necessary) to achieve this result.

• Ceramic Coating - Apply 1-2 layers (depending on type of coating).

David Buckingham emphasized that preparation, of all of the surfaces to be coated, is crucial in order to achieve the best possible results. David explained that meticulous surface preparation, prior to application, extends the life of the ceramic coating.

If you are going to have your bike ceramic coated, it makes sense to have it done properly.

What does ‘Detail My Car’ need from you?

If you want your motorcycle Ceramic Coated simply get in touch with ‘DetailMyCar’.

They can be reached via phone (647-291-9711); email (david@detailmycar.ca) or through their website (www.detailmycar.ca). DMC are based in Milton, Ontario, so you can also book an appointment and discuss what you want in person.

Based upon your particular needs, ‘DetailMyCar’ will need to see the bike in order to provide you with a quote. You can either take your bike to them for inspection, or send some close-up photos, whichever suits you best. From there its a matter of booking your bike in for the ceramic coating service.

Coatings can last anywhere between 1 and 7 years, with a warranty included. Coatings start from $450 and it typically takes 1-2 days to complete.

After Sales Service A nice little touch that ‘DetailMyCar’ offers is to provide training, to help customers maintain the effectiveness of the Ceramic Coating. Customers will be shown how to correctly wash, and maintain the finish of the ceramiccoating on their bikes.

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Abrasion A wearing, grinding, or rubbing away by friction (merriam-webster)

By SCOTT MACQUARRIE Not the wear and tear on your tires or brake pads, but what happens when you separate from a moving bike. According to studies, 3 out of 4 motorcycle accidents involve the rider and/or passenger being separated from the vehicle. You may be thrown from it or simply slide together down the road, and that’s when abrasion happens.

Most people select their riding clothes with an eye to both the weather and fashion, but protection is even more important. There is impact protection required, which is addressed by helmets and glasses, and weather protection is important, but abrasion is the enemy.

While moving, the road is basically a very large belt sander and you’re on it.

This is not a problem while the tires are turning beneath you, but if something goes wrong, whatever you’re wearing needs to resist this abrasive force long enough for you to come to a stop or get off the road. Every bit of resistance your clothing provides is less abrasion your skin needs to endure.

For the record, your flesh will abrade at about an inch a second at 50kph, which is not good. Besides the risk of having the skin and muscle stripped from your

body (called “de-gloving”), it adds a high risk of infection similar to burn victims.

As well, road debris must be removed using a wire brush. Road rash is a cute term for a horrifying injury that can leave you scarred for life or worse. A secondary infection from a large loss of skin can even kill you.

In an accident, what you wear is the ONLY thing that can protect you. Unfortunately, nothing can protect you from hitting a solid object at high speeds and nothing can protect you from being crushed by another vehicle. Training, experience, and proper maintenance are your only allies here. However, you can fight back against abrasion.

So what actually happens in a motorcycle accident? Thanks to various studies, we know that most motorcycle accidents happen at low speeds (75% are less than 48kph), where protective clothing works best. We know the areas with the most damage are elbows, knees, hips, and shoulders and more injury happens to the lower body than the upper.

We also know most of these injuries are abrasion related.

Riders need to think about ALL their clothing not just the jacket. Gloves, ankle covering boots and pants are important.

Most riders just wear jeans, which is

quite literally leaving your butt exposed to injury.

So what happens to your clothing during an accident? There are lots of different materials available from jeans to Kevlar to leather. How do they compare and what provides the best protection? The European Union has developed standards for motorcycle clothing. Their test uses a large belt sander and a hammer like device covered in the test material.

The hammer drops to simulate falling from the bike and the time is measured until a tripwire is hit. It includes other tests, stress on seams, but the results of the wear test showed, 3oz leather lasting almost 10 seconds and denim lasting no more than a half second.

There is a huge difference between materials. Jeans, new or old, will take you no more than 4 and half feet before they wear through. After that, it’s you up close and personal with the belt sander. Kevlar is excellent, but the best material available is 3oz leather. For myself, I wear a 3oz horse leather jacket and pants from Langlitz Leathers in Portland, Oregon.

They were expensive but I will never have to buy another set. They have literally saved my butt more than once.

Motorcycling is an exercise in calculated risk. A trained, experienced rider,

wearing proper protective clothing on a well maintained motorcycle is quite safe. However, I seen a female passenger get off the back of a sport bike in a one piece bathing suit, a full-face helmet and nothing else. Even worse, she had to sit directly on the fender and hook her toes around the axial bolt. When I mentioned the risks, the response I got was “I’m not going far”. The rider himself was wearing full leathers head to toe and full-face helmet. So passengers be wise and protect your own hide.

Most riders have proper protection on their head and upper body, but forget their lower body. Sneakers and sandals are worthless and jeans will buy 4.5 feet.

After that, it’s a date with a steel brush or worse. I implore you to think more carefully about what you’re wearing while riding.

Since your body is your second biggest asset (head being the first) protecting it should be a no brainer. Spend some cash now, buy a good quality set of leathers ‘ONCE’, instead of buying cheap, low quality inferior products over, an over an over - you get the picture. You will actually save money in the long run. A little thought now could save you a world of pain later. And in my opinion, sweating is more bearable than bleeding.

Materials Comparison Chart - Distance wear-through at 50 kph Note: Your flesh abrades at a rate of approx. 1 inch (depth) per second at 50 kph New, 100% Cotton Denim Jeans .......................................... 3’ 10” Senior Ballistic Nylon (melts when friction heated)..... 3’ 10” Leather, Fashion Weight, 1.75 oz/sq ft. ................................ 4’ 0” Leather, Lightweight, 2.25 oz/sq. ft. ...................................... 4’ 3”

Two-year-old 100% Cotton Denim Jeans .......................... 4’ 5” Cordura Nylon Type 440 ............................................................18’ 3” Kevlar 29 Aramid Fiber, Style 713 ......................................... 22’ 1” Leather, Competition Weight, 3 oz/sq. ft. ......................... 86’ 0”

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