Triumph enters the touring market with 2013 Trophy
Press Release from Triumph: Powerful three-cylinder, 1215cc engine developing 132bhp and 89ft.lbs of torque at just 6,450rpm. Robust, virtually maintenance-free shaft drive. Supreme ride comfort coupled with Triumph’s dynamic handling expertise. The most technologically-advanced Triumph ever, featuring ride-by-wire throttle, traction control, electronic cruise control, electronic suspension, electrically adjustable screen, integrated audio system with Bluetooth functionality, […]
THE CANADIAN HARLEY-DAVIDSON® XR1200® CUP SERIES IS BACK FOR 2012
Microsoft Word – MY12 The Canadian Harley-Davidson XR1200 Cup Is Back For 2012.docx Grassroots Racing at its Finest CONCORD, Ontario (June 18, 2012) – The entertaining spec-bike Canadian Harley-Davidson® XR1200® Cup Series is back for 2012 as part of the Mopar CSBK National Championship.The upcoming racing season promises a touch of adrenalin and displays of […]
Yamaha’s ‘His n’ Hers’ Custom Cruisers
By Marissa Baecker After overhearing two riders ‘ooo and awe’ as they stood before the bike I had just pulled in on, convinced it was a 2012 Yamaha Stryker when in fact, it was a 2011 Yamaha Raider, I questioned myself, “Did I just ride a Stryker or a Raider?” Stand before a 2011 burnt […]
MotoGP™ stars resume title hunt at Silverstone
News from Hertz British Grand Prix (June 14, 2012) – Yamaha Factory Racing’s Lorenzo, who two days ago confirmed he had renewed his contract with the manufacturer until the end of the 2014 season, will be looking to extend his 20-point lead at the top of the table. Speculation had been rife over a potential […]
One Gal, Eight Dudes and Nine different Victory Bikes
After a week of rain, I was pretty excited to wake up and see a stellar blue sky for the day of the 2012 Victory ride. So excited in fact that I showed up early and wouldn’t you know it, 8 dudes rarin’ to go. “We’re waiting on you, let’s go!” Waiting on me? I’m […]
Million Mile Monday – now a two day event
CANADA PARTICIPATES IN THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON® WORLD RIDE ON JUNE 24 & 25 What was formerly known as Million Mile Monday is now expanding to two days! CONCORD, Ontario (June 11, 2012) – The Harley-Davidson Owners Group® of Canada Ltd., the official Canadian riding club of the Harley-Davidson Motor Company, is pleased to invite all Harley-Davidson® […]
Getting Dirty for Children’s Wish
The Rasta Rider
The bike is unmistakeable as a one of a kind. I saw it originally just after it came from the paint shop and was awaiting to be picked up by its rider. Well, lo and behold I see the bike again, this time with its owner and he is wearing none other than a Bob […]
Okanagan Ride for Dad biggest ride yet
After a week of solid rain in the Okanagan, it was looking sketchy whether or not the sun would come out for the annual Okanagan Ride for Dad. It did and the pre-registration number of about 200 turned into close to 500 riders and over 25K raised in the fight against prostate cancer. Jerry Mercer […]
Victory Demo Rides
The Victory truck is making its rounds and inside are two bikes I can’t wait to get behind the bars of. The Judge and The Hard Ball. Monday, I will head out with a group of riders and the 2012 Victory line-up for a day of musical bikes and many miles. From what I can […]