November/December 2007 Archives

Silk Purse from a Sow’s Ear…

In 2003, during the hundredth anniversary year of Harley-Davidson’s existence, a gent by the name of Emery Groen had an idea. He was wandering about imagining what it would be like to build his own...

Singing in the Rain

Do you talk to yourself when riding I do, although not loud enough for anyone to hear me. I try to concentrate on the road and traffic demands by keeping a mental dialogue going with myself. I know...

Canadian Biker Build-Off

“Congratulations to all the builders. It must have been hard for the public to determine who should be victorious. All the bikes entered were phenomenal and deserved to win.” the Canadian...

Debbie Evans

A few issues back, Clinton Smout wrote an article about stunt riding in a movie (Nov./Dec. 2006) and it got me thinking about motorcycle stunt riders. One of the most exciting motorcycle stunt scenes...

Ending Summer With a 4-Day Rocking Party! Digby Wharf Rat Rally, Nova Scotia

The highly successful Third Annual Wharf Rat Rally took place in the host town of Digby, Nova Scotia over the Labour Day long-weekend. This is the fastest growing and most exciting rally “down...

New Large Wheels Available from Hawgzotic

Hawgzotic Custom Cycles in Langley, BC has developed a three-piece wheel system for 24-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels to fit Metzeler tires. At this time, Metzeler is the only manufacturer to...

Third Wheel Trailers

Introducing the latest in luggage accessories for all motorcycles, from the sport bike to the big cruiser. A Third Wheel Trailer will not only carry all your essentials but also allow you to...

Family Jewels

I have just completed a restoration of a military version of the James ML as used by Canadian Paratroops and of course the ‘Brits’ in 1943-44. From start to finish was 30 months, but I was also...

Dutch Mason Blues Festival and Motorcycle Lifestyle Show

BLUES, BIKES, BEER & BBQ What do you get when you mix motorcycles, bikers, friendly townfolks, local as well as internationally acclaimed blues musicians, a BBQ competition, perfect weather, and...

Scrap Iron Therapy

The words from that Beatles tune, ‘With A Little Help From My Friends’ never rang so true for Vinnie Melvin, the owner and builder of this pretty conglomeration of slightly used and old parts....

The World Returns to Parry Sound

After the success of the 2006 World Enduro Canada (WEC) Championship round hosted at Parry Sound, Ontario, the return for July 28 and 29, 2007 was met with anticipation by both enduro fans and racers...

Goldammer at Bonneville

Roger Goldammer’s record-breaking run at the Bonneville Salt Flats last year was enough for him to get a taste ‘for salt’ and return again this year. This time, along with the BRP...