New BC Laws for motorcyclists effective June 1
VICTORIA – As motorcyclists gear up for riding season, the Province is reminding riders that new motorcycle safety regulations take effect on June 1. All motorcyclists and passengers in B.C. must wear a motorcycle helmet that displays the proper industry safety certification label. Helmets must comply with standards outlined by the United States Department of […]
Less than three weeks to win a Switchback
After more than two months of ticket sales, the Kelowna & District Safety Council’s Harley Davidson Raffle is in the final stretch. The Father’s Day June 17th draw is fast-approaching and there are less than three weeks of ticket sales left. “Ticket sales are going really well,” says Tania Meyer Executive Director. “Every year we […]
Ride to Reach for Big Brothers n’ Sisters
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Tsunami Harley to rest in museum
CONCORD, Ontario (May 25, 2012) – A Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, recovered on the coast of British Columbia after drifting for more than a year and 4,000 miles across the Pacific Ocean following last year’s tsunami in Japan will be preserved by the Harley-Davidson MuseumTM in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as a memorial to the tragedy that claimed more […]
From Tulips to Tail Pipes
By Marissa Baecker When we hear the name Vander Zalm in Kelowna, there is no mistaking the connection to the community. It isn’t the image of the political figure, former Premier, and face behind the anti-HST campaign – Bill Vander Zalm that comes to mind but more likely the catchy logo behind the Kreater Custom […]
2012 Triumph Street Triple R
By Marissa Baecker Whether you like the retro-styling, the history or the modern technology with a historical flare, the union jack is back and Triumph Motorcycles are returning our classic favourites to the Canadian market and creating a few new ones at the same time. What is the difference between the Street Triple and Street […]
Visit Toad Rock and Talk Travel
By Marissa Baecker For the long distance traveller who aspires to cover great distances on a motorcycle, there is a weekend in British Columbia that draws like-minded riding enthusiasts. The riders that gather at the Motorbike Rally for Travellers are most likely member of the “Iron Butt Club”. The Motorbike Rally for Travellers, scheduled for […]
2012 Honda VT1300CXA Fury
By Marissa Baecker If your looking for a head-turning motorcycle there is nothing like a custom cruiser to do the job. However, if your wallet isn’t exactly designed for the custom cruiser, then take a look at the 2012 Honda Fury for that custom cruiser look without the accompanying price tag. Pulling up along side […]
Westwood racing kicks off May long weekend
Westwood Motorcycle Racing Club is hosting the opening weekend Rounds 1 and 2 of racing, Saturday and Sunday, May 19 and 20. You can catch Round 3 on June 25 and 4 on August 20. Racing will take place rain or shine and apparently you will be allowed to ride your street bike on the […]
Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame tickets available
Montreal – May 18, 2012 – Early Bird Tickets for the Seventh Annual Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Banquet and Reunion are now available at www.MotorcycleHallofFame.ca, by downloading MCC_2012_Hall_of_Fame___Order_Form, or by contacting Daniel Tessier at 647.920.1334. The motorcycling legends and champions to be inducted into the Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame on November 3rd, […]
