2010 Honda CBF600, CBR600RR, CB. . . – what?

By Marissa Baecker So what is the difference between a CBF and CBR? That was my first question. When you stand before them side by side, you don’t really notice the differences, other than the obvious colour,  until they are pointed out to you. However, take each one for a ride and the differences will […]

Chatting with musicians about riding and music

This week rock band Crash Karma blew through town on tour supporting their self-titled debut album. Anyone who is passionate about music knows the band’s history. Another well known fact is that rock stars and motorcycles usually go hand in hand. Billy Idol, Gilby Clark, Motley Crue are just a few bands off the top […]

2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R

By Marissa Baecker The slang term “crotch rocket” has become well understood. In fact, online at urbandictionary.com the term has been defined to mean: A specific type of motorcycle, typically distinguished by it’s aerodynamic ‘hunched-over’ seating position and high power to weight ratio. While this definition is correct, it is really not an all inclusive […]

McWillams wins wet AMA PRO VANCE & HINES XR1200 series race at Barber

Milwaukee (Sept. 27, 2010) – Jeremy McWilliams battled with fellow road racing veteran Michael Barnes in a rain-soaked 11-lap duel at Barber Motorsports Park September 26, to become the first rider to win races on a Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycle on two continents. McWilliams, who won the 2010 Henderson XR1200 Trophy champion in the British Superbike […]

New SCREAMIN’ EAGLE® 3.5″ slotted muffler end caps

The new Screamin’ Eagle® 3.5-Inch Slotted End Caps from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor AccessoriesTM enable the personalization of Screamin’ Eagle® Thunder Street Performance Slip-On Mufflers. Available in chrome with black spears or black with chrome spears, these easy-to-install, 3.5-inch caps are dressed with the same finish as the mufflers and exhaust shields, for a consistent look […]

BCAA Traffic Safety Foundation offers tips

Burnaby, B.C. – Whether it is because motorcycles are more economical, more convenient or just fun to ride, more people are trading in four wheels for two and hitting the road on a motorcycle. Between 2001 and 2009 the number of motorcycle riders on British Columbia’s streets and highways nearly doubled from 49,000 to about […]

New HD XR1200 Sportster a whole new experience

CONCORD, Ontario (June 3, 2010) – The XR 1200XTM model represents Harley-Davidson® Sportster® performance, honed to its finest edge. Introduced in 2010 for international markets only, the XR 1200XTM bike will be available through Harley-Davidson® Retailers in Canada as a 2011 model. Equipped with fully adjustable Showa® front and rear suspension components, the 2011 XR […]

New lid for Speed Demons

Choosing a helmet is definitely an expression of personal style. Helmets come in all sizes, styles and colours and most riders own several. A full face for those colder days and the ultimate of safety and protection. The shorty for those hot summer cruising days and then there are those skull caps. If loud and […]

MV Agusta Expands into Canada with MotoVan

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Motovan shared the recent announcement of becoming the MV Agusta distributor of Canada. Please read the press release. Varese, December 2, 2010 – MV Agusta enters the Canadian market appointing Motovan Corporation as its exclusive importer. “We have finally succeeded in obtaining all of the necessary approvals from the Canadian authorities therefore the motorcycles can […]

Detailing your motorcycle

At the second Garage Party recently, parts manager Brad Harnett conducted a workshop on how to properly detail your motorcycle. He explained the full range of HD detailing products and tools and there is even one for the little one in your life who always wants to help.