MOTORCYCLING IN THE 1970S by Richard Skelton

Motorcycling in the 1970s' is a series of five eBooks about motorcycling. The books are designed to be read together, but can also be enjoyed separately. The first volume, A Brief History of Motorcycling from 1887 to 1969, is a general history, swiftly told, of motorcycling in Britain from its beginnings at the end of the 19th century up until the dawn of the 1970s (interwoven to an extent with two-wheeled goings on in the USA and elsewhere). It charts motorcycling’s pioneering years, skips through two world wars, tells of social acceptability in the 1920s, hard times in the 1930s…
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Tic Toc Tic Toc – WAKE UP! – Women’s World

Tic Toc Tic Toc – WAKE UP! Excuses are the poison potion of dreams. Tomorrow, next time, later, after this or after that happens … tic toc tic toc! Wake up! Life is passing you by. Life is not forever and that clock is ticking! No more waiting “IT’S YOUR TURN” now! Time to enjoy this journey of life. No matter where you are in life you have things to be grateful for, so hold your head high learn from past and present circumstances and let’s LIVE! We come up with so many excuses why we don’t do something right…
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Craven – Where has the Time Gone?

Where has the Time Gone? I sit here in the trailer park writing a piece of prose that has nothing to do with the magazine or anything that my dedicated readers would be interested in whatsoever. My rants and raves are likely of no interest to any of ya’ll and it’s rare that I get a chance to simply sit down and express my true feelings. I keep these feelings to myself. All I can do is think back on the past and remember some of the good times that I had out on the open road. An adventure always…
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Motorman’s Mean Streets – Are You Really Proficient on Your Motorcycle?

Are You Really Proficient on Your Motorcycle? Last week at my Ride Like a Pro class a student asked how long I’d been teaching the Motor Officer techniques. I replied, about 16 years. The student stated, “Wow, I bet you’ve seen it all.” I thought about that for a moment and decided he was right. I have seen it all when it comes to the crazy weird and just plain dumb things people do when trying to learn to ride a motorcycle with skill and confidence. Keep in mind, the course I offer is an advanced skills course and I…
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MSF – Street Strategies at Work

Street Strategies at Work THE SHARK Imagine a typical scene from a nature-network documentary, one that shows a fur seal frantically swimming with a great white shark in ruthless pursuit, the huge snout of the shark filling the television screen. In the corresponding street scene, you’re riding your motorcycle down a wide arterial street when a huge sedan closes in on you, its grille filling your mirrors. Just as you change lanes to get out of this car-shark’s path, the tailgater also changes lanes behind you. What are your best strategies for avoiding (or evading) this situation? Strategy: As soon…
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Spyke & Mike – Beep Beep Old Man

Beep Beep Old Man I hope y’all enjoyed the mild weather and did a lot of riding in the last month, my BTR friends. Both Gibtown and Thunder by the Bay were off the chain! If we’re lucky, Old Man Winter will stay away giving us more pleasant temperatures and no rainfall for Daytona. Mike stumbles past the sliding glass doors and onto the lanai. He turns to me and says, “Hell yeah! That's why we live here. I’ve grown old and can’t endure the cold, among other things. Speaking of which Spyke, take a moment from your basking in…
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Corbin Classic Solo Saddle for 2015 Indian Scout

Corbin Classic Solo Saddle for 2015 Indian Scout Hollister, CA - Corbin introduces an outstanding Classic Style Solo seat for the nostalgically styled 2015 Indian Scout. It provides maximum rider comfort combined with classy looks and a wide range of custom options. It also accepts a Corbin removable backrest for a total of 12 inches of vertical back support. Their sculpted seating position gives maximized body contact and provides touring quality comfort. This neutralized seat platform offers an easier reach to the ground and a more ergonomic position on the bike. Corbin's removable rider backrest is simple to install and…
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PRESS RELEASE – 2015 IHRA Nitro Jam Drag Racing Series season opener results

McIntire, Goforth, Turner, Byrum, Larsen win IHRA Nitro Jam series season opener at Southwestern International Raceway Media contact: John Bisci, Director of Communications IHRA Motorsports (419) 660-4213 jbisci@ihra.com February 7, 2015   NORWALK, Ohio -- The first race of the 2015 International Hot Rod Association's Nitro Jam Drag Racing Series season now is in the record books. Fans at Southwestern International Raceway in Tucson, Ariz., were treated to an exciting show as Mike McIntire (AMSOIL Nitro Funny Car), Cary Goforth U.S. Bounty Hunters Pro Stocks), Jay Turner (Nitro Harley-Davidsons), Lyle Byrum (CIFCA Funny Cars) and Elaine Larsen (Jet Dragsters) scored…
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Test Ride – 2015 Yamaha FJ-09

2015 Yamaha FJ 09 •    Sporty, 847cc, DOHC, 4-valve, inline triple with lots of torque and character •    Yamaha's Chip controlled throttle & 3 - position "D Mode" variable throttle control •    Traction Control •    Lightweight, compact & narrow CF die cast aluminum frame and externally mounted aluminum swingarm •    ABS Braking System •    Adjustable tapered aluminum handlebars •    Stylish, "layered" fairing with adjustable windshield •    Separate rider and passenger seats •    4.8 gal. (18 l) fuel tank •    Multi-function meter assembly with 12 volt DC outlet •    LED headlight & center stand ENGINE: Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 12-valves (4 valves /…
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Biker Movie Review: Hell Ride

This month’s Movie Review: Hell Ride Confusion and chaos pretty much sums up this movie. It is the modern day version of all the biker exploitation “B” movies ever made. Curiously, Larry Bishop (as Pistolero) appeared in a variety of films including The Savage Seven, Mad Dog Time and Kill Bill to name a few. His collaboration with Quentin Tarantino in this most recent effort, would lead one to believe that “Hell Ride” is a major cinematic production destined for the A list. Sadly, it falls short of that mark. The story revolves around Pistolero and his gang “the Victors.”…
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Spyke & Myke – It’s Thanksgiving and Mike is at it Again

It’s Thanksgiving and Mike is at it Again Check this out my BTR friends. After Mike’s mini electrocution at the Moorehead compound last month, he is slowly recovering to his abnormal self. It’s been three trips to the dentist to correct the fillings that melted, four trips to physical therapy to get some feeling back in his leg and butt cheek, and the ophthalmologist says his eye twitching will go away in years to come. … Me, I’m glad this pic isn't the before and after shot had I not fallen off the scooter seconds prior to Mike’s zapping. Instead,…
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Test Ride – 2015 INDIAN SCOUT

2015 INDIAN SCOUT THE LEGEND IS BACK Like its iconic forerunner, the all-new Indian® Scout ™ is an innovative and aesthetically stunning American cruiser. It introduces the first-ever liquid-cooled Indian Motorcycle engine - an efficient and reliable 69 cubic inch V-twin - for impressive power on demand. This new model carries the legendary Indian®Scout™ name into the future in authentic Indian® Motorcycle® style. 69 CU IN SCOUT™ ENGINE This engine appeals to a rider’s key senses as it’s visually stunning, has a soul-stirring exhaust note, and delivers impressive power on demand to ignite an Indian Scout rider’s passion for the…
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Test Ride – Yamaha FZ-07 Sport

Yamaha FZ-07 Sport The FZ-07 features an all-new 689cc liquid-cooled, in-line twin-cylinder, DOHC, 8-valve engine with fuel injection. This engine has a unique power character. It provides outstanding low-to mid-range torque with very linear throttle response, yet has a strong mid-high rpm pulling power as well. The engine develops up to 50 foot-pounds of torque and is designed to maximize riding excitement in the real world. This 2-cylinder engine features Yamaha’s “Crossplane Concept,” 270-degree crank, which provides linear torque development in response to the rider’s throttle input. Among the advantages of the in-line 2-cylinder engine are: (1) linear torque development,…
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Check out Mike’s latest epic failure my BTR friends

Check out Mike’s latest epic failure my BTR friends. Craven invites Mike and me over to the Moorhead compound to check out his state-of-the-art theft deterrent system. Mike was all up for that as he is always looking for new ways to protect me from being stolen. We cross the big bridge and wind our way through the darkest parts of Temple Terrace and pull into the trailer park. Mike rolls up to the entrance of the Moorhead lot. The driveway is filled with trucks missing wheels, a van missing the back doors, and a couple of motorcycles missing various…
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HUMDRUM LIFE OR EXTRAORDINARY LIFE? IT IS YOUR CHOICE!

Life isn’t supposed to be a boring! Day-in-day-out with the same routine is not the way to live. Is your work just bearable? Are evenings automated and boring? Are you simply going through the motions: getting home, eating dinner, watching television, surfing the net, taking care of everyone else but you? Do you simply expect to go to bed, wake up, and repeat it all over again day after day after day? STOP! Life should be a passionate adventure that is full of meaning and excitement. Life is full of opportunities to grow, explore and to do something that makes…
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Introducing the Love Jugs Cool-Master – Make Your Harley Super Cool!

The Love Jugs Cool-Master is the newest model from Hammerhead Engineering, manufacturers of the Original Love Jugs, the World’s Most Powerful Cooling System for Harley-Davidson motorcycle engines. Its’ innovative patented design helps keep Harley riders cooler … especially in stop and go traffic since V-Twin air cooled engines can approach and exceed 500 degrees. Temperatures this high will destroy the lubricating capabilities of your engine oil, damage your power plant and generally ruin your riding day by “shutting down.” The ONLY way to cool things down is to consistently run a powerful stream of air across the engine’s cooling fins.…
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