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Vancouver Motorcycle show Jan 19-22, 2012

Showcasing new motorcycles, ATVs, scooters, and related products and services!

All the major names will be here ... Harley-Davidson, Suzuki, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Triumph, BMW, Ducati,
Victory, KTM and Honda.  Factory representatives will be on hand to field questions and to hand out information
on all latest products.  If you are looking to gear-up for the summer, check out all of the after-market
accessories on display. Located as usual in Abbotsford at the Tradex.

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New Triumph Explorer Adventure bike

Triumph releases This all-new 1215cc three-cylinder engine adventure bike, hold onto your seats BMW fans, this
bike is designed for effortless overtaking and a thrilling spread of power for any adventure.

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2012 Honda Gold Wing Red



American Honda Motor Company announced today the first of its motorcycle releases for the 2012 model year,
the Gold Wing. The 2012 model kicks off the beginning of a new season for Honda. more info here. Honda Goldwing

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Poll

Question:

So, do you agree with cross-border shopping, online shopping, etc?   Abso-damn-lutely.  I buy everything I can online or across the line. Screw you, Canadian prices!   I cross to buy cheap gas, milk, cheese, etc.  I see no problem with that.   Just big ticket items where the savings are substantial.  I can't afford not to save the money!   I don't bother.   I don't like the huge price differences, but I buy mostly in Canada to support Canadian jobs   I buy everything in Canada.   If I had a Rat's ass, I'd keep it.   Apathy.  I'd define that, but I just couldn't be bothered . View results Lock Voting Edit Poll

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2011 NEW Yamaha Star Stryker 1300 launch USA official video

This bike looks pretty cool. Not the biggest diplacement around but definitely enough. Nicely raked with a low seat
height and a belt drive. It should be a contender in a pretty stacked line up this year.

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Check out the 2011 Vancouver Bike Show

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Beginning in May, 2011, Norton Motorcycles will again be on-sale in America. Similar in both style and mechanical
arrangement to the much-loved Commando of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, three versions of the new bikes will be
offered — the basic Norton Commando 961 Sport, the up-styled 961 Cafe Racer and the high-spec 961 SE. All three
are powered by a sophisticated 961cc parallel-twin and equipped with modern running gear. In the case of the SE
that even means USD Ohlins and radial Brembos. Classic looks, classic experience and modern performance? Yes, please.

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The highly anticipated 2011 Triumph Tiger 800XC or is it a BMW F800GS? It looks pretty close. Either way its pretty
sweet. BMW needs some heat in this market anyway....the KLR was just barely holding on...haha. This italian site has
leaked tonnes of pictures for those interested. www.motoblog.it

Read the original thread on BCCruisers.ca Forums!

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Rain, Rain and more rain. Welcome to the wet coast. Be careful to all those still on 2 wheels. Read the forum topic
"Welcome to Fall!" started by Mollygrubber.

Read the original thread on BCCruisers.ca Forums!

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2011 Kawasaki Vaquero

Wow this bike is bad ass...

The dictionary defines vaquero as a Spanish-origin word meaning "cowboy" or "herdsman." Well, if that cowboy happened
to be independent, adventurous, undeniably-cool and sported handmade boots and a custom hat, he'd probably ride a
2011 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero. Read the entire article here

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2011 Triumph Thunderbird Storm Makes the Scene. The new Storm, Triumph claims 98hp at 5200rpm, with torque numbers
of 115 ft-lb. at 2950rpm. Read more on it here at Motorcyclecruiser.com

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Recent forum topics  Latest comment: Today at 05:09:57 am »

So, what do you think of the new traffic laws?  In effect as of yesterday.  Think about it before you stop off for a beer before you head home from the office...or before you twist your wrist.

Impairment:

• Immediate roadside suspension for 0.05 - 0.08 blood alcohol (less than one drink for many people)
  
• 1st offense, lose your license for 3 days - may also lose your car for 3 days, fines of $450 + towing & storage
• 2nd offense, car and license gone for a week,  $550 in fines + towing & storage
• 3rd offense, car & license gone for 30 days, $650 in fines, towing, storage, you have to take a Responsible driver's program to get your license back, and you get a handy-dandy ignition interlock device for a year (blow under 0.05 to drive)
• Blow over 0.08 (or refuse to blow) - lose your license for 3 months, and the vehicle you were driving for a month (hope it isn't Dad's car)
• Fines to over $4000, you have to take a Responsible driver's program to get your license back, and you get a handy-dandy ignition interlock device for a year (blow under 0.05 to drive)
• May be charged under the Criminal Code

Excessive speeding (more than 40kmh over):

• Immediate 7 day impoundment of your vehicle (first offense, 30 days second, 60 days third)
• A $350 - $500 ticket
• A $320 per year driver risk premium on your ICBC policy for 3 years
• About $350 to get your vehicle back (towing and storage fees)

First offense costs nearly two grand.  Think it'll slow 'em down?

Read the original thread on BCCruisers.ca Forums!

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Tip of the WEEK by Teach  Poll Question: So?  Who has practiced emergency braking lately?  Avoidance?   Stops and swerves, more than a dozen (correct!) repetitions on several occasions.   Stop & swerve, more than 12 reps, on ONE occasion.   Just stops, but more than 12 reps.   Stops and swerves, but fewer than 8 reps.   Just stops, fewer than 8 reps.   I haven't practiced at all... View results Lock Voting Edit Poll Read the original thread on BCCruisers.ca Forums! ____________________________________________________________________________ 2010 Seattle International Motorcycle Show by StevieMac   Anyone planning on going?  The wife and I always use this as an excuse for a weekend getaway.  The show has been significantly smaller the last two years due to the economy but on the plus side it’s been MUCH less crowded and thus more enjoyable walking around. http://www.motorcycleshows.com/Seattle Qwest Field Event Center 800 Occidental Ave. Seattle, WA 98134 Friday, December 10  4:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday, December  11 10:00am - 8:00pm Sunday, December 12  10:30am - 5:00pm Adult: 1-day $15 (online) • 1-day $15 (box office) Adult Multi-day: 2-day $22 (box office only) • 3-day pass $30 (online only) Children 6-11: 1-day $6 • 2-day $10, Children 5 & under: free Child Multi-day: 2-day $10 (box office only) • 3-day pass $10 (online only) Friends & Family 5-Pack: Buy 4, Get 1 Free $60 ($75 value, online only) Groups 20-49: 1-day $12.50 each (online), Groups 50+: 1-day $11.50 each (online) Parking - Cars: $10.00 Motorcycles: FREE Read the original thread on BCCruisers.ca Forums!

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Started Ocotober 10, 2010 by JOHN G

Hello. I am new to this forum. I am 63 years old and ride a 1600 Kawasaki Vulcan.  I live in Ferndale, Washington.  Has anyone rode the entire length of BC?  I want to take the ferry up to Skagway, AK and ride my bike south to the US border and home.  I am looking for information about rodes, gas, camping, etc.
Oh, my name is John

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Tip of the WEEK by Teach

It's been a while since I wrote in Tip of the Week.  So here's a good one, that I see problems with constantly.

FIT THE BIKE TO YOUR BODY!!

Handlebars, by and large, are adjustable. (and swappable!)  Electrical control switch positions, are adjustable.  Foot control positions, hand control positions (and reach!) can be adjusted on almost every bike out there.  And yet I see riders all the time that can barely reach their front brake lever (for example) because the engagement point is too far from the handlebars.  Same for the clutch lever.

Another common one is having the rear brake pedal set too high so that when the rider tries to use the rear brake in an emergency, they overbrake and lock up (becasue they can't properly control the brake application)

I see riders that can't turn the handlbars more than a little to the left and right - because the reach to the bars is too far for them!  Or when they DO steer sharply, their body is pulled way off balance by reaching out for the handlebars.  Consider swapping bars, or seating position, or something.  The bike might just plain be too big for you.

Another simpole one is having the mirrors adjusted improperly.  I see riders dipping their head and moving their body out of the riding postion to see in their mirrors.  Why?  In your mirrors, you should see mostly road, and only a thin line of horizon - from your natural riding position.  Adjust them!

I see this stuff really limiting a rider's ability to control their bike properly all the time.  Often, I can fix the minor things with 2 minutes and some simple tools...so get your bikle set up properly!

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Started September 24, 2010 by Teach

Hmm, I don’t know. The seating position feels kind of bunny to me. Caption provided by Flash.

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