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2010 Toronto Motorcycle Show – December 10-12
2011 North American International Motorcycle Supershow – January 7-9
2011 Calgary Motorcycle Show – January 7-9
2011 Edmonton Motorcycle Show – January 14-16
2011 Vancouver Motorcycle Show – January 20-23
2011 Atlantic Motorcycle and ATV Show – February 11-13
Two completely different bikes – same jaw dropping impact!
Yamaha Motor Canada has just announced the launch of two exciting new motorcycles, the 2011 Stryker cruiser and 2012 Super Ténéré adventure tourer. These motorcycles complement the new Yamaha FZ8 and Fazer 8 motorcycles previously launched in June.
The all-new Stryker, with a 1304cc, fuel-injected powerplant and chopper-inspired styling, is a motorcycle that begs to be ridden and admired. Ride quality is bolstered with typical V-Twin attributes like arm-stretching torque and a classic rumble sound. The Stryker also boasts the 34-degree rake with 6-degree yoke offset found on the larger displacement Raider, allowing for comfortable low-speed handling while maintaining the stylish, low and raked look of a custom.
The Ténéré has been a staple on European roads for many years now and Yamaha’s extraordinary new Super Ténéré has been a hot topic of conversation among motorcyclists since its European launch earlier this year. Although it will not hit showrooms until the spring, Yamaha is proud to introduce it to Canada, a land made for adventure. At the heart of the Ténéré lies a fuel-injected, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 1199 cc mill that mixes gobs of torque with quick-revving acceleration for excellent performance in varied conditions. The bike has a number of advanced rider assist technologies like; Intelligent Unified Braking System with ABS, Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle with 3-mode traction control, a low, centralized mass for confidence-inspiring handling and adjustable seat height and suspension.
“The new Ténéré is the ultimate bike for an adventurous soul. It’s has some of Yamaha’s latest technology with everything you need to cover big miles on a route less traveled”, says Bayliss.
Look for more info about Yamaha’s newest editions in the pages of Motorcycle Mojo as these bikes are released. MMM
Thanks to Dale at Atlanticade HQ for some great new photos of the 2010 event. View the new gallery.
We’re proud to announce the winners of the Motorcycle Mojo 2010 Spring Survey! Congratulations!
Richard Casey – $250 Best Western Gift Certificate
Dan Tyo - Stop N Go Mini-Air Compressor
Robert Stickles – Irwin Tools Metric Tap & Die Kit
Paul Blanchard – Irwin Tools Metric Tap & Die Kit
Steve Rydall – Steadymate Cinchtite 4
Allister Mann – Steadymate Cinchtite 4
Marty Comber – Irwin Tools SAE Tap & Die Kit
Bill McAndrew – Irwin Tools SAE Tap & Die Kit
Derrick Hillier – Steadymate Cinchtite 5
Yves St Laurent - Steadymate Cinchtite 5
All of Glenn’s amazing European Vacation photos are online now. Over 1000 pictures in all featuring the Isle of Man TT, the UK, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, Hungary and Romania.
All of Glenn’s trip has now been catalogued in his European Vacation blog. Have a look and follow Glenn’s route for every day of his trip! Also included are GPX files for download. These can be loaded into Google Earth and you can view each day route as a fly-by.
The Suzuki Demo Ride and Mojo Open House was a rousing success on Saturday. Thanks to Suzuki, the weather, and everyone who came out to enjoy the event! Check out the photo gallery, some video of the event, and the route riders took on their demo ride below.
Click here to see all the great photos from the event!
View Suzuki Demo Ride Route in a larger map
Ian Hutchinson made history on Friday when he became the first man to win 5 TT Races in a week after clinching a shortened 4-lap Dainese Senior race in what was a dramatic day’s racing on the Isle of Man. Hutchinson took the lead from the start and when close challengers John McGuinness and Conor Cummins retired and crashed respectively he was able to ease off in the closing stages to come home 37.77 seconds clear of Ryan Farquhar and Bruce Anstey. He beat the record of 11 time champion Phillip McCallen who was previously the only man in the races 103 year history to win 4 races in a week, which he achieved in 1996. The initial 6-lap race got underway under blue skies and beautiful sunshine again and spectators were set for a thriller as Hutchinson, McGuinness, Cummins and Guy Martin went head to head over the first two laps. With all four lapping at over 130mph, there were less than six seconds splitting the quartet after the first pit stop, McGuinness leading the way from Martin, Cummins and Hutchinson. However, Martin was reported as missing at Glen Helen third time around and news came through that he had been involved in an incident at Ballagarey. With the bike having caught fire, the hedge was also alight and the race was red flagged with the fire brigade dispatched to the scene as the whole Island held their breath in concern for one of the sport’s most popular stars. Fortunately, news filtered through that the 29-year old was conscious and talking to medics, a later statement confirming that he had bruising to his lungs and minor fractures to his spine, a huge relief to all concerned. With the race stopped, the circuit had to be cleared before racing could commence again and, when it was, at 3pm, it was reduced to 4 laps. On the restart, Hutchinson again stole the early initiative but it was close and his advantage over McGuinness at Glen Helen was just half a second. Cummins was only a tenth further back in third with Donald in fourth and Michael Dunlop and Ryan Farquhar in fifth and sixth – just three seconds splitting the top six. By Ramsey Hairpin, Hutchinson had edged 1.14s clear and McGuinness held a similar advantage over Cummins, the gap between those two 1.5 seconds. As the riders flashed across Glencrutchery Road for the first time, Hutchinson led with an opening lap of 131.487mph but it was close with McGuinness only 0.61s adrift, the 15-times winner having clawed back some time over the Mountain. Cummins was still in contention, only two seconds behind in third whilst Keith Amor was now up in to fourth closely followed by Farquhar and Anstey, both of whom had retired from the earlier abandoned race. Hutchinson eked out a further two seconds on the second run to Glen Helen but no sooner had he passed the timing beam than McGuinness was out, the HM Plant Honda having coasted to a halt just on the exit of the left hander. This promoted Cummins up to second but he found himself 3 seconds behind as they reached Ramsey. Amor, Farquhar and Anstey were all promoted up the order with Ian Lougher now in sixth but there was further drama when Cummins had failed to reach the Bungalow. The local hero had crashed at the Verandah although he too was conscious and talking to the medics, reported as having arm and leg injuries. This allowed Hutchinson’s lead to rocket up to 27 seconds, another 131mph+ lap helping him on his way. Amor was close to his first ever 130mph lap in second with Farquhar, Anstey, Lougher and Michael Rutter now occupying the leading six positions. After the pit stop, Hutchinson’s lead over Amor had increased but the Scotsman was still trying and he reduced the deficit steadily around the third lap although the Bingley man was seemingly in control of everything, still over 21 seconds to the good as they went in to their final lap. At Glen Helen, the gap had increased to 31 seconds but Amor’s hopes of a Superbike podium were dashed when, remarkably, he too coasted to a halt after passing through the timing point, joining team-mate McGuinness on the sidelines. Farquhar and Anstey now found themselves in second and third, both looking to end their week’s on a high. Hutchinson was able to almost cruise round his final lap of TT2010 and he crossed the line standing on the footpegs, adopting a Superman stance for what is truly an amazing feat. Farquhar and Anstey were celebrating too, the former recording his first ever Superbike podium at the TT and the latter ending a difficult week on a positive note. Lougher completed yet another TT year with a strong set of results, taking fourth in the Senior with Michael Rutter bringing home his Superstock-spec Honda in fifth. Meanwhile, Dan Stewart replicated his sixth place finish of 12 months ago for another top class TT result with Adrian Archibald, Dan Kneen, Davy Morgan and James McBride, the final two the first two privateers past the chequered flag. David Johnson was again the first newcomer to finish, as he had been in the previous four races, the Australian taking an excellent 16th place overall in the race. He also finished as the fastest newcomer overall with his final lap of 123.838mph his fastest of the week. With five wins from five, Hutchinson was the comfortable winner of the overall TT Championship taking the Joey Dunlop Trophy by a whopping 61 points from Michael Dunlop and Farquhar. Finally, in the race for the Privateers Championship, it was McBride who took the trophy, his second place in today’s Senior giving him a total of 80 points, ten ahead of Moore with Morgan in third. Jenny Tinmouth extended her title as the fastest women around the course with a final lap of 119.945mph. The A and E consultant at Noble’s hospital reported that Guy Martin had sustained bruising to both lungs and some minor fractures in his upper spine, following his accident at Ballagarey but was otherwise OK. He is expected to be in hospital for a few days and but thanked his fans from his hospital bed for all their support and reassured them that the incident had nothing to do with a lack of commitment from him!
TT Rider Conor Cummins, has praised the marshals and medics who helped him at the scene. Conor who came off at the Verandah on the mountain section of the course in the Dainese TT Race on the Isle of Man on Friday 11th June, is recovering in Nobles Hospital on the Isle of Man. He said: “I don’t know the names of the people who helped me but the marshals and medics were superb from the moment I had the accident. I’d also like to thank all of the staff in the Accident and Emergency Ward at Nobles Hospital who have been brilliant since I arrived.” Conor has sustained a back injury, a fractured arm, a dislocated knee and bruising to the lungs. He also wants to thank all the members of the public for their kind messages of support. He said: “I have been really heartened to receive lots of cards and goodwill messages. I’ve even received toys from children which is very kind.” Although Conor will not compete again this season he is determined to return to racing as soon as possible. He said, “I know that I have a lot of hard work ahead of me this winter but I will be doing everything I can to be fully fit and competitive for the start of next season.” Sidecar passenger Joseph Shardlow is described as comfortable and improving while Pete Alton requires further treatment on a leg injury. Guy Martin will probably be discharged from hospital either today or tomorrow. Karsten Schmidt has been transferred to a hospital in Germany.
Deeley Harley-Davidson® Canada could not be more proud to announce that Don James, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Deeley Harley-Davidson® Canada is one of the eight individuals that will be inducted into the Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame (CMHF) as part of the Class of 2010. This honourable recognition will be presented by the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada (MCC) at the 5th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet & Reunion, to be held on November 6, 2010, at the Delta Burnaby Hotel and Conference Centre in Burnaby, British Columbia.
“The combination of Don’s love for Canada, his true passion for the sport of motorcycling, and his unquestionable business acumen make him a central figure on the Canadian motorcycling scene – and an excellent candidate for the Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame,” states Malcolm Hunter, President & Chief Operating Officer at Deeley Harley-Davidson® Canada.
Founded by Bar and Hedy Hodgson in 1999, the Canadian International Motorcycle Heritage Museum Foundation exists to preserve and protect Canadian motorcycle history for the benefit of the motorcycling community. The Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame was added to the Foundation operations in 2005, with the first inductions made in May of 2006 to include two other extraordinary members of the Deeley Harley-Davidson® Canada family – Trev Deeley and Ray Gref.
Please join us in sincerely congratulating Don for receiving this prestigious honour – a true testimonial to his relentless dedication to growing the sport of motorcycling and motorcycle racing in Canada.
The 2010 Isle of Man TT races finished in grand style today – quite literally, as the Rizla Suzuki MotoGP Team came to town to celebrate Suzuki’s 50th anniversary of International Racing, with Italian legend Loris Capirossi and the GSV-R 800 MotoGP machine. With Capirossi making his maiden visit to the Island, the MotoGP rider, who started his 300th Grand Prix in Qatar at the start of the season, arrived on Thursday to acclimatise himself with the Isle of Man before riding the 37.73 mile course. On the final, Dainese Senior Race day, Capirossi lead away the Suzuki parade on a Rizla Suzuki GSX-R1000 for his first ever lap of the famous TT course and afterwards commented, “This place is incredible. I’ve seen the TV footage before, but nothing prepares you for the TT course. The surface is much bumpier than I imagined and when you see the speeds that these guys run at, it is simply amazing. It’s a fantastic event that you could never replicate anywhere else in the world.” As the final race of the week concluded, Suzuki signed-off the 2010 racing fortnight, with the first ever lap of the TT course by a MotoGP machine, with Relentless Suzuki by TAS TT racer Cameron Donald riding the GSV-R and setting a fastest top speed down Sulby straight at 202mph. Donald commented, “Man, that was just amazing. I thought the bike would be really difficult and twitchy to ride, but it was great. I was expecting to ride a steady lap, but it was so good that I was able to get a great rhythm going and pick up a fast pace. In fact, it was so good, I reckon we need to get some regulation changes for next year as this thing with a few more laps on it, would really fly here.” Despite not looking to smash any records, Donald still managed to set a highest top-speed, with 202mph recorded on the Rizla Suzuki GSV-R down Sulby straight.
The Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame (CMHF), announces eight individuals, one family and two groups to be inducted at the fifth annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet Reunion, to be held November 6, 2010 at the Delta Burnaby Hotel and Conference Centre in Burnaby (Vancouver) BC.
“This is the first year the event has been held outside of Toronto, and we are delighted to be able to honour westerners with an event in the west” says John Cooper, Chair of the Foundation. “The enthusiasm for recognizing exceptional Canadian contributions to motorcycling is growing, and our slate this year continues to portray that excellence. Now entering its fifth year, the Induction Banquet and Reunion is THE motorcycling social event of the year.”
2010 Hall of Fame Inductees
Vern Amor – Victoria, BC
Motocross Competitor, Contributor
Phil Funnell – Vancouver, BC
Contributor, Dealer, Adventure Rider
Greater Vancouver Motorcycle Club – Vancouver, BC
Marking 88 years as a club – Founded in 1922
Don James – Richmond, BC
Business Leader, Contributor
Bill McLean (deceased) – Burnaby, BC
Competitor, Dealer, Contributor
Blair Morgan- Saskatoon, SK
Motocross Competitor
Ross Pederson – Medicine Hat, AB
Motocross Competitor
Bob St.Goddard – Winnipeg, MB
Motocross Contributor
Victoria Motorcycle Club – Victoria, BC
Marking 104 years as a club – Organized in 1906
Tom Walther (deceased) and family – Surrey, BC
International Competitor (Tom) and Contributors (family).
Dave Wildman – Vancouver, BC
RR Competitor solo and sidecar
Come join us here at Mojo World Headquarters this Saturday, June 19th, for a Suzuki Demo Ride and Motorcycle Mojo Open House (Part II). From 10 AM to 3 PM, take a ride on a new Suzuki, enjoy some BBQ, then come inside to meet and greet with the staff who bring you Canada’s Favourite Motorcycle Magazine.
And that’s not all! We’ll also be celebrating Glenn’s 50th birthday! We’ll have cake and fun times for all. (Sure, Glenn’s on his European Vacation, but we can have his party without him!)
After serving with the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada (MCC) for five years, Peter Jacobs has resigned from his position as President in order to pursue other interests. Peter’s next few weeks will be spent completing key projects and transitioning his responsibilities. Marcia Barrett, Manager of Association Services will be the MCC contact until a successor is found.
1 Ian Hutchinson (1000 Padgetts Honda) – 130.165mph
2 Conor Cummins (1000 McAdoo Kawasaki) – 128.838mph
3 Cameron Donald (1000 Relentless by TAS Suzuki) – 128.836mph
4 Keith Amor (1000 HM Plant Honda) – 128.691mph
5 Michael Rutter (1000 HM Plant Honda) – 127.564mph
6 Michael Dunlop (1000 Robinson Concrete/Street Sweep Honda) – 127.946mph
Monster Energy Supersport TT
1 Keith Amor (600 Kojak Racing Honda) – 124.797mph
2 Ian Hutchinson (600 Padgetts Honda) – 124.685mph
3 Guy Martin (600 Wilson Craig Honda) – 123.902mph
4 Ryan Farquhar (600 KMR Kawasaki) – 122.818mph
5 John McGuinness (600 Padgetts Honda) – 121.172mph
6 Ian Lougher (600 Blackhorse Kawasaki) – 120.663mph
Royal London 360 Superstock TT
1 Michael Rutter (1000cc HM Plant Honda) – 127.564mph
2 Michael Dunlop (1000cc Hunts Motorcycles/Marlow Construction Honda) – 127.111mph
3 Conor Cummins (1000cc McAdoo Kawasaki) – 124.924mph
4 Mark Buckley (1000cc OTSS Racing Kawasaki) – 124.319mph
5 Adrian Archibald (1000cc AMA Racing Suzuki) – 124.232mph
6 Steve Mercer (1000cc G Forces/SMR Road Racing Yamaha) – 124.156mph
Sure Sidecar TT
1 Dave Molyneux/Patrick Farrance (600 DMR Kawasaki) – 115.464mph
2 Klaus Klaffenbock/Dan Sayle (600 Manx Gas/A&J Racing Honda) – 114.096mph
3 Simon Neary/Paul Knapton (600 Dave Hudspeth Carpets/Nick Crowe Racing Honda) – 113.172mph
4 Conrad Harrison/Kerry Williams (600 Printer Roller Services Honda) – 111.962mph
5 John Holden/Andy Winkle (600 Holden Racing/TAS Suzuki) – 111.710mph
6 Tim Reeves/Dipash Chauhan (600 Double M/Haith Racing Suzuki) – 110.758mph
It has been confirmed today that with our August/September issue, Motorcycle Mojo will become part of the Wal-Mart newsstand. This is fantastic news as we will be expanding our availability to readers. Motorcycle Mojo will become one of only a handful of motorcycle related titles on the Wal-Mart shelf.
Fifteen time champion John McGuinness is leading the solo challenge for the Graham Award for fastest qualifier but a number of the leading contenders are breathing down his neck and any one of nine or ten riders is capable of overhauling his time. HM Plant Honda rider John, who set a time of 130.242mph in qualifying on Wednesday 2nd June, is closely followed by Padgetts Motorcycles rider Ian Hutchinson who recorded a time 137 slower in Thursday’s practice. Guy Martin, Conor Cummins, last year’s Graham Award winner Cameron Donald, Keith Amor and Adrian Archibald have all also gone over 128mph. Tonight’s final qualifying will start with a sidecar practice at 6.20pm (GMT) with the solo riders expected out at around 7.50pm. The session will again give the solo riders the chance to practice the new speed restricted pit lane ahead of Saturday’s first race. In the sidecars Dave Molyneux and Patrick Farrance have posted the fastest times every night apart from Monday, when his closest challenger Klaus Klaffenbock topped the first qualifying session. The prestigious award for fastest qualifier comes with a special limited edition Chronofighter Espace TT Watch, complete with Triskelion emblem courtesy of Graham Watches who are the TT’s official timing partner.
Poker Stars Superbike TT
1 Ian Hutchinson (Padgetts Honda) – 128.017mph
2 Cameron Donald (Relentless by TAS Suzuki) – 127.212mph
3 Bruce Anstey (Relentless by TAS Suzuki) – 126.919mph
4 Guy Martin (Wilson Craig Honda) – 126.752mph
5 Keith Amor (HM Plant Honda) – 126.043mph
6 Michael Dunlop (Street Sweep/Robinson Concrete Honda) – 126.588mph
Monster Energy Supersport TT
1 Michael Dunlop (600 Street Sweep/Hardship Racing Yamaha) – 122.728mph
2 Keith Amor (Kojak Racing Honda) – 122.649mph
3 Conor Cummins (600 McAdoo Kawasaki) – 121.527mph
4 William Dunlop (600 CD Racing Yamaha) – 121.484mph
5 Ryan Farquhar (600 KMR Kawasaki) – 121.452mph
6 Adrian Archibald (600 AMA Racing Yamaha) – 119.960mph
Royal London 360? Superstock TT
1 Ian Hutchinson (1000 Padgetts Honda) – 126.339mph
2 Conor Cummins (1000 McAdoo Kawasaki) – 125.812mph
3 Michael Rutter (1000 HM Plant Honda) – 125.429mph
4 Guy Martin (1000 Wilson Craig Honda) – 124.319mph
5 Adrian Archibald (1000 AMA Racing Suzuki) – 122.928mph
6 Michael Dunlop (1000 Hunts Motorcycles/Marlow Construction Honda) – 122.406mph
Sure Sidecar TT
1 Dave Molyneux/Patrick Farrance (600 DMR Kawasaki) – 114.355mph
2 Simon Neary/Paul Knapton (600 Dave Hudspeth Carpets/Nick Crowe Racing Honda) – 112.661mph
3 Klaus Klaffenbock/Dan Sayle (600 Manx Gas/A&J Racing Honda) – 112.647mph
4 John Holden/Andy Winkle (600 Holden Racing/TAS Suzuki) – 112.267mph
5 Conrad Harrison/Kerry Williams (600 Printer Roller Services Honda) – 110.629mph
6 Tim Reeves/Dipash Chauhan (600 Double M/Haith Racing Suzuki) – 107.834mph
The Snowbirds, the Canadian Forces aerobatic demonstration team, will take part in the opening ceremonies for Atlanticade. The aerial team will perform a fly-past at 12:15 noon on opening day, Wednesday, June 30th, to officially kick off the event. Atlanticade is bigger and better than ever! Check out the website as it is being updated on an ongoing bases, so check it out often. And…..SEE YOU THERE!!!
