The Ontario Guzzi Riders - 2020 - Spring Edition - N° 19 The Ontario Guzzi Riders 1 News Express N°19 MOTONews Express GUZZI

I could not resist... I had to make this cover page and make ONTARIO GUZZI RIDERS you have a double look at this vintage 1956 Moto Guzzi www.ontarioguzziriders.com Ladola Gran Turismo. Got your attention now… https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/ Well this is actually the artwork creation of Dean groups/ontarioguzzi/info MacAdam from San Diego, CA. He does superb jobs, have a look at his web site => DAMgallery.com PRESIDENT Te Guzzi Lagola artwork measures about 40”x40” and retails for Phil Tunbridge 705-722-3312 US$1750.00 (delivered worldwide). All paintings are delivered as a rolled [email protected] canvas, hand signed, numbered and with a certificate of authenticity. You ______can also commissioned him for a painting of your own bike. Contact info is: [email protected] but if you are more into caricature, I invite you EDITOR to check the web site of Dean Foster (see page 7). Pat Castel Te rally season is finally here. It’s time to mark your calendar and reserve 613-878-9600 those spots for our favorite activity of the year. [email protected] ______Now regarding the newsletter, I have bad news… Due to some health issues I have decided to retire from motorcycle activity. I shall finish the year as NEWSLETTER & your editor and then no more… My bike is actually for sale. It was not an ADVERTISING OFFICE easy decision to make but it had to be made. I am still planning to make a 2743 Massicotte Lane few rallies, so if you see me there, do not feel bad for me. It is a fact of life, Ottawa, On K1T 3G9 we are getting old and we cannot stop the clock. So if you know anybody Canada [email protected] looking for a pampered Beemer with low mileage, ask him to call me… ______Till next time... Ed.

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All information furnished herein is provided by and for the: Ontario Guzzi Riders. Unless otherwise stated, none of the information (including technical material) printed herein n e c e s s a r i l y b e a r s endorsement or approval by Guzzi Canada, the factory or the editor. The editor and publisher cannot be held liable for Pat Castel is known for his involvement with the MOA organization as well as his Editor its accuracy and content. position in many past and present club newsletters. He began riding five decades ago and spent his youth surrounded by BMW, Moto Guzzi, BSA, Motobecane and Peugeot motorbikes and remains as much in love with motorcycles as when he first got his first 49cc Mobylette.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 2 News Express N°19 Phil’s column

Hello again Guzzi folk,

Hopefully the riding season is not too far away, and I'm sure ONTARIO GUZZI DEALERS that most of you have already started thinking eagerly about getting your Guzzis out and shaking off those cobwebs. Tere are a number of events already planned for this season, FRED KOLMAN'S probably the first one for most people will be the Spring Bike Show at the WHEELSPORT LTD. International Centre on April the 4th and 5th. Te Ontario Guzzi Riders will 1390 Youville Dr. Orleans, ON K1C 2X8 have a booth there, so come on by and say hello, or better yet, help man the stand PHONE (613) 841-9400 for a few hours, it's all good fun. www.wheelsport.ca Marek will be organizing a ride around the Port Dover area sometime in April, the date and details are not yet decided, so keep your eyes on the event calendar for details coming soon. TWO WHEEL MOTORSPORT Te season opener for a number of years has been the group breakfast at the Gorge 5624 Hwy 6 Country Kitchen in Elora on May the 17th that's fairly central and usually well Guelph, ON N1H 6J2 attended. PHONE (519) 836-1957 www.twowheelmotorsport.ca I've just heard that the New Cumberland, West Virginia, Guzzi rally is on again for this year. Tis event has been going for many years and is a good start to the rally season for most people. Tere was no official rally last year, but people still showed up, so it looks like one of those things that won't die. Te whole town MOTO GUZZI STAYNER 8166 ON-26 welcomes us and we all have a great time. Sometimes it's really hot and sunny, Stayner, ON L0M 1S0 sometimes it's cold and wet, but no one really minds, and we all have a good time PHONE (705) 429-3822 whatever the weather. It's held on Memorial Day weekend, that's the 22nd to 24th www.jandrcycle.ca of May and it's really not very far. It's in the bit of West Virginia that sticks up on the western side of Pennsylvania, level with Pittsburgh, and it's an easy one day ride from southern Ontario. MOTO GUZZI OF SUDBURY Te following weekend, on the 29th to 30th of May is our third Rideau Lakes ride. 2083 Armstrong Street We've still got plenty of room lef for anyone else who wants to come, please Sudbury, ON P3E 4W2 contact me if you are interested. We're staying at the Clear Lake Cottages again, PHONE (705) 586-8377 arriving on the Friday, riding some great roads on the Saturday and having a www.vespaofsudbury.com wonderful steak dinner in the evening and riding home again on the Sunday. Well, some are riding home, I'll be going to Quebec for a few days before heading off to the Western New York Rally the following weekend. Tat's the 5th to 76th CORSA MECCANICA INC. of June in Westfield, New York, always a good rally. 34 Futurity Gate, Unit #1 Vaughan, ON L4K 1S6 I stirred up a real hornet's nest last time with the suggestion that we have club PHONE (905) 760-9933 membership and dues. Tat didn't go down very well, but a number of people www.corsameccanica.com suggested that if we just worked on a donations basis, things would be fine. We have already had quite a few donations towards the running of the club and website, so please feel free to donate to your favourite cause! Donations can be made through PayPal at admin@ontarioguzziriders, or by direct e-transfer. Well, that's probably enough for you to be thinking about at the moment, but there's plenty more to come and keep in mind our rally in Lavigne, the 28th to 30th of August. I managed to keep my promise to finish last year's rally report for this edition of the newsletter, so if you didn't come, read that and find out what you missed and expect an even better time this year!

For the past twenty years, Phil Tunbridge has been the man behind the Ontario Guzzi Riders club. His dedication and commitment to the club without forgetting his involvement in the annual rally, allowed for the club to survive and grow.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 3 News Express N°19 2019 ONTARIO GUZZI RIDERS RALLY REPORT

long enough to hear Dylan Wickens start his set with some great blues music. I would liked to have stayed longer, but I had reports of changes afoot back at the campsite, so I had to return to make sure that everything was OK at the registration desk. Tat night, as in years before, we were entertained by the really good local band Roadhouse, who provided some great classic rock while rally goers, and Joli Voyageur residents, sat around campfires chatting with friends and Te Ontario Guzzi Riders rally was I could easily keep track of my mile- possibly enjoying an adult beverage or held once again at the Joli Voyageur age. two. Resort and Campground in Lavigne, Friday morning was cool and blustery, Saturday morning Rodney and Carole in beautiful West Nipissing, on the but we set up the registration and T from the Joli Voyageur, their family weekend before the Labor Day shirt sales desk, drank lots of hot coffee and friends, all chipped in to prepare weekend and as usual, attendees star- and waited for all our friends to arrive. us our breakfast, which, as usual, ted arriving on the Tursday, although A pleasant day was spent greeting consisted of scrambled eggs, sausages, this year, due to various reasons, we arrivals and by the time we were due to bacon, toast, fruit, beans, hashbrowns, didn't have the usual early arrivals. leave for the walk to the nearby tavern even an omelette station and of course, Even so, we made the most of it and to get or complementary burgers, cour- gallons of coffee and mufins. had a fun relaxing evening. tesy of Guzzi rider and tavern owner I had been trying to get people Te oil leak that has been plaguing my Guy Fortier, most of the people who interested in a Saturday ride consisting V7 Stone since new has now been had pre-registered had arrived. of a fairly long route circling around fixed, but on the way up to the rally the Down at the pub we enjoyed some of into Quebec, but it seems that was a rear ABS sensor failed, so my the excellent craf beers that Guy has, bit too ambitious for most people, so speedometer stopped working! along with the much appreciated various groups went off on rides of Luckily, I have the GPS, so I didn't burgers and brats. Some of us stayed their own to some of the local points have to worry about getting tickets and of interest, while I, personally, went for a ride to recce a suitable route for next year's ride, around Lake Nipissing. 290km or 180 miles, with a stop for lunch should be more to people's liking. Tere's some really nice scenery up in this part of the world and the roads are great fun on a bike, so hopefully people will agree and ride with me at the 2020 rally! Back at the campsite Saturday evening we were treated to a very well received fish fry supper. Tere was plenty for everyone and I think most of us went back for seconds. Afer all the comments we had about the meal, I think it's pretty certain to be repeated in 2020! Of course, afer the meal we had our usual awards ceremony and great door prize giveaway.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 4 News Express N°19 Te long distance award went to Guy Fortier, the same Guy that runs the Lavigne Tavern just a half a mile down the road from the JV. How did he get the Long Distance award? By riding to the rally via Minneapolis! Our award is always for the distance ridden to the rally, which sometimes gets some unusual results. Tis year there were no takers for the Long Distance Female or Two Up awards, and the People's Choice awards went to Filippo Summaria and his V7 Racer. Te Best Hard Luck story went to Luca Loria. Most years before the rally, Luca and his long-time riding buddy Eric Erdman head out on a lengthy trip to somewhere interesting. Last year they rented load, goes on for quite a while, it seems seasoned riders, like Tim, Derek and motorcycles in Mandello and rode up to detract from the rally experience Jay, who have been meaning to come, to Tallinn in Estonia on the Gulf of that most Guzzi riders seem to want, but, you know... Ten there's people Finland. No award for that, but this so we will be having a quieter, more like Steve, or Sham, who we know have year they wanted to ride the Trans Guzzi oriented evening with just one always thought about buying a Guzzi, Labrador Highway in Northern guitar playing motorcycle rider. but never quite gotten around to it. Quebec and Labrador. Tese days Sunday morning there were the usual We hope you all come back, whatever most of the road is paved, but there are goodbyes afer a quick continental you are riding. Tere were several long stretches, before you even get to breakfast, and people made their way familiar faces missing this year, mostly Labrador, that are gravel. So Eric and home. I think, from the comments due to family commitments I believe, Luca lef several days before the rally that we heard, most of them were very but hopefully they'll be back in 2020. and headed north-east. Unfortunately, happy and promised to come back next Tanks to everyone who came to the somewhere in remote northern year. Tis year we had several new rally, everyone who donated door Quebec, on a wet stretch of paved faces, one, Yannick, who only picked prizes and everyone who helped in road, Luca mis-judged a corner and he up his brand new first Guzzi a few days some way to make the rally another and his trusty Griso Tenni headed off before the rally, and some more success. into the bushes. Luckily, Luca was unhurt, but the same cannot be said for his Griso, which, for all we know, may still be in the bushes a long way from anywhere. To cut a long story short, Luca came to the rally in his car and carried off the Best Hard Luck Story award! Saturday evening Rodney showed a video of the Highwaymen on his big outdoor screen while we sat around the campfire, drank a little more beer and told a few more lies. We had some meaningful discussions with the rally goers about things they'd like to see for 2020, and we're going to make some changes. Te Roadhouse group is really good, but when all the Joli Voyageur regulars turn out to see them and the music, good, though

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 5 News Express N°19 (SCOOP) First 6-Cylinder Guzzi Announced

Moto Guzzi MG 3000 Ie Roberto Colaninno, the Chairman started one warm day last July as I was Mandello del Lario, Italy – Moto and Chief Executive Officer of Piaggio, finishing up a recent Custovation Guzzi S.p.A. has announced a limited said that the honor of bringing the project. production run of 6-cylinder cruisers final version to production will be Because of my lust for old British iron based on the famed Moto Guzzi given to Ing. Coglionare “Cazzata” (see Joe’s article on the Royal Enfield Centauro chassis and engine. Fancazzista. Interceptor), I was reading a biography Te new MG-3000ie (iniezione He is the nephew of the revered Giulio of Edward Turner, the inventor of the elettronica) will also be sold in the U.S. Carcano, who in 1954 put the final Ariel Square Four. starting this fall as a 2020 model. touches on the original Moto Guzzi I became fascinated by that engine, V8. Te bike will be known as the which was an incredible design for its MG-3000ie (or fi for fuel injection). Connections? time and it’s even startling to imagine today. But the biggest news is that the new We asked Joe if he could relate to bike was developed from a prototype webBikeWorld visitors the interesting Te Square Four was named because of created by webBikeWorld contributor story of how this all came to pass, and its four cylinders; two in front “Texas Joe”. this is his report: mounted on one crankshaf, with the You may remember a television show second pair of cylinders mounted on a He is known from his articles separate crank in the rear. Both were describing his “Custovation” tied together by an intricate projects, including theDucati system of counter-rotating 750GT, his matching Ducati gears. G T 1 0 0 0 a n d h i s beautiful Royal Enfield Now this is the crazy part — Interceptor Custovation. but believe me, it’s true: It was hot in the garage, so I Tis 6-cylinder Guzzi was figured I’d cool off outside in obviously a much bigger the shade. On the way out, I challenge. grabbed a six-pack of beer Joe was able to mate three from the ‘fridge, knowing my complete 1000cc, 4-valve sons were on their way over. Centauro engines together in Now when I get into a his shop to create the contemplative mood that i n c r e d i b l e - s o u n d i n g involves beer, I usually don’t entitled “Connections”, which was 6-cylinder Guzzi powerplant, which he remove the six-pack plastic can keeper. based on a book written by James then embedded in a Centauro chassis I just start at the “number one firing Burke, a British historian. for the ultimate Custovation. order”, so to speak, and go until Tat would be enough to make an He sets out to prove that inventions number six. stem from ideas, innovation and interesting article, but as it turned out, Tis saves time and keeps the cans coincidences that reach critical mass at the project has attracted the interest of together, ready for recycling, along a point in time to unleash major Moto Guzzi engineers when they saw with the plastic keeper. Joe’s creation at a custom bike show technological achievements. Tis is a last fall. story of such an occurrence. Well, my sons never showed up, so I ended up finishing the “sixer” by It’s been like an incredibly fast-moving Tey brought the idea back to Italy myself (which probably helped to dream – who ever thought that one of and company officials rather quickly generate this idea!). I tossed it into the my Custovation projects would decided to use the concept to create a recycling bin and continued reading, actually be picked up by a motorcycle limited edition production run. but something caught the corner of my manufacturer, much less Moto Guzzi? Joe’s work will apparently short-cut vision — it was the empty six-pack. I sort of feel like the next Roland the process of getting a 6-cylinder Unfortunately the bike suffered a Sands or something! engine to market to beat the upcoming tragic end on FM-2119 northwest of Honda and Kawasaki inline 6-cylinder Why a Moto Guzzi and why six Pecos. It was so horrible I can’t bikes that are being contemplated by cylinders? I know exactly how the idea describe it. those companies. came to me, believe it or not. It all TEXAS JOE APRIL 1, 2020

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 6 News Express N°19 Deep Vein Thrombosis: What You Should Know Did you know that DVT affects up to 2 million people each year in the U.S. and its primary complication, pulmonary embolism (PE), claims approximately 300,000 lives annually? While DVT is a fairly common condition, it is also a dangerous one and can be fatal.

What is deep vein thrombosis? • are taking birth control pills or hormone therapy, including Deep-vein thrombosis (also known as deep-venous thrombosis for postmenopausal symptoms or or DVT and colloquially as economy class syndrome) is the • have a central venous catheter. formation of a blood clot ("thrombus") in a deep vein. It commonly affects the leg veins, such as the femoral vein or the Your risk for DVT increases if you have several risk factors popliteal vein or the deep veins of the pelvis. Occasionally the at the same time. veins of the arm are affected (known as Paget-Schrötter disease). Thrombophlebitis is the more general class of How can I prevent DVT? pathologies of this kind. There is a significant risk of the • Frequently exercise your lower leg muscles if you'll be thrombus embolizing and traveling to the lungs causing a inactive for a long period of time. pulmonary embolism. • During a long ride, stop every 1.5 hour and exercise In other words, DVT is a blood clot that can form in your legs on the side of the road. and sometimes move to your lungs, where it could potentially • Get out of bed and move around as soon as you can after be fatal. In fact, complications from DVT blood clots contribute having surgery or being ill. to more deaths each year than AIDS and breast cancer • After some types of surgery, take medicine to prevent combined. blood clots as directed by your doctor.

Am I at risk for DVT? What are the symptoms of DVT? You are at higher risk for DVT if you: Some people have no symptoms at all. Most have some • are older than 60 years of age. swelling in one or both legs. Often there is pain or tenderness • are inactive for a long period of time, such as when you in one leg (may happen only when you stand or walk). are flying in an airplane, taking a long car trip, HAVE A VERY LONG MOTORCYCLE RIDE or recovering in bed You may also notice warmth, or red or discolored skin in after surgery. the affected leg. If you have any of these symptoms, call • have inherited a condition that causes increased blood your doctor right away. clotting. • have an injury or surgery that reduces blood flow to a body If your doctor thinks you might have DVT, he or she will do one part. or more tests. These may include an ultrasound (uses sound • are pregnant or have recently given birth. waves to check the blood flow in your veins) or venography (a • are overweight. doctor injects dye into your vein, then takes an x-ray to look for • have varicose veins. blood clots). • have cancer, even if you are being treated for it.

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The Ontario Guzzi Riders 7 News Express N°19 THE GUARESCHI BROTHERS GUZZI RACING KIT

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 8 News Express N°19 The Ontario Guzzi Riders 9 News Express N°19 Find out more on : www.guareschimoto.it and www.facebook.com/guareschimoto/

Te name Guareschi instantly the family business and from their world championship and both of us conjures up images of the merging shared passion for the Moto Guzzi finally had some peace of mind, we of two very different worlds and Eagle, so much so that together really felt like we wanted to be out two very distinct passions, namely they won the 2017 Italian Vintage there racing on a Guzzi. for Moto Guzzi and for motorcycle Endurance Championship on a While we were preparing the Le racing. thundering Moto Guzzi Le Mans. Mans for the 2017 Endurance Tis well-known Moto Guzzi Tis success sparked the idea to Championship, we realized just how dealership in Parma was started come up with a plan for a “racing well the bike was running and that back in 1974 by the father of the Moto Guzzi”, but this time based we had all the necessary skills and Guareschi family, Claudio, and his on a more modern Griso. Not just a experience to come up with a bike two sons with incredible racing simple “one off”, but rather a that is both competitive and fun to pedigrees: Vittoriano, who raced in fully-fledged racing kit that would ride so, as soon as the season ended I the Supersport and Superbike be available to anyone who loves to began designing, starting fom the world championships before take their Mandello twin out for a Moto Guzzi big block.” becoming team Manager in spin on the track. MotoGP and Moto3, and According to “Il Guaro”, “Te idea Gianfranco (A.K.A. “Il Guaro”) Hence the birth of the “GC Corse” of turning it into kit form was who, amongst all his other (or “GC Racing”, where “GC” inspired by the requests we received achievements, also took the stands for “Guareschi Claudio”): fom our customers who race Moto amazing Moto Guzzi MGS-01 to Varano Racing Frame KIT. Guzzis in various championships. two legendary wins in the Daytona According to Vittoriano, “Tis Over the years, we’ve modified their Battle of Twins in 2006 and 2007. project represents our desire to be out bikes time and time again, one part at a time and entirely in a bespoke Two illustrious racing careers that there on the racetrack on a racing Moto Guzzi. We have done manner. All that hard work is now led the boys to storm their way available to anyone in the form of a around various circuits half way everything we possibly could in the racing world and now that I no kit that is not only affordable but around the world, without ever also modular, so that each individual keeping them too far removed from longer had to worry about winning a

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 10 News Express N°19 an end-product that is a perfect blend of maneuverability and stability and the feel and predictability of a modern racing bike, combined with the unique features of this engine. Te bike gives you an incredible feeling of safety, irrespective of whether you’re just riding for fun or pushing the bike to the absolute limit, and we can certainly vouch for the fact that we’ve tried the latter too, right Vitto?” “You bet! We took the bikes to the last two legs of the 2018 “Trofeo Guzzi” and “Gentleman Cup” races rider can fit the various components we’re most proud of is that we have and came away with 1st and 2nd depending on the level of been able to come up with an place overall at Adria in September performance that he wants.” affordable way for many guys to and 1st, 2nd and 5th places at experience the thrill of taking a Moto Te “basic” Varano Racing Frame Misano in October. For us, this Guzzi out on the track. Make no KIT includes a complete frame, a project was not only a way of mistake, this is still a Moto Guzzi, saddle-mounting frame and air box combining our respective experience but with the kind of performance you housing (which is none-other than and passions, but also the missing might expect fom an upgraded the original Griso one), an link in terms of fulfilling one of our MGS01, or at least fom one of its instrument-panel mounting frame, dad Claudio’s dreams. a footrest kit, clip-on handlebars, a direct descendants. In fact, we were Te passion for Moto Guzzi is fuel tank, an oil breather-tank, really keen to maintain the Moto something that is very hard to body panels and a tailpiece and Guzzi tradition and identity both in explain, but in our case it’s tank cover, all of which can be used terms of lines and technical features, undeniably a family trait. Many of in conjunction with any 2-or starting with a tubular-steel trellis our fiends of Proud Owners 4-valve Moto Guzzi big block fame that harks back to the classic community display this passion out linked to a 6-speed gearbox and Tonti fame. on the road every day, while we have Moto Guzzi’s CARC shaf–drive Te best part of any Moto Guzzi is chosen to display it out on the track system. obviously the way it rides. We began as well, but all that really matters is conducting initial track-tests back in Te easiest model to use as a base is that this very same passion is what March. Since then, we have made obviously the Griso since you can unites us all!” retain many of the bike’s original quite a few changes and we now have components, for example the rims, brakes and brake pads, the shock-absorber and the front forks, but the kit can also be adapted for use on the Breva, Norge, Sport 1200 and even the Stelvio models, with an endless range of customization options available. “Over a period of 9 months we succeeded in putting together a kit that we’re very happy with, no easy task by any means since both Vitto and I are extremely fussy and demanding guys. Te thing that

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 11 News Express N°19 MOTO GUZZI V7 CAFE RACER

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 12 News Express N°19 The Ontario Guzzi Riders 13 News Express N°19 In the world of custom V7 Sport as a donor bike for a custom everything about the bike looked motorcycles, one builder who has build!” Tis is an interesting insight good, but that doesn’t mean there become synonymous with great into Axel’s attitude towards wasn’t any room for improvement. looking Moto Guzzi’s is Axel building customs. Recognizing the Axel began the build of the KM18 Budde. At his KaffeeMaschine importance of unmolested classics by overhauling the Guzzi’s workshop in Hamburg, Germany, is just as important as knowing trademark, longitudinally mounted Axel has amassed a portfolio of when to modifying them and v-twin engine. When the V7 Sport gorgeous custom Guzzi’s that are there’s a fine line between choosing was first released its engine used a enough to make any motorcycle to do one or the other. Tankfully revised design that utilized a more lovers heart race. Using examples of in this instance customization was powerful and more compact layout. the Italian manufacturer’s most the best option. At 748cc it was a touch smaller iconic motorcycles Axel applies a As Axel hinted at, the V7 Sport is than its previous incarnation (as svelte design approach that strips definitely an important bike in used in the V7 Special), but thanks away unnecessary clutter to leave Moto Guzzi’s history. It was the to lightened internals and bigger only the beautiful, bare essentials. manufacturers factory built cafe carbs it produced more power, His style in undeniably influenced racer and was produced for 4 short peaking out at around 52bhp. by the cafe racer movement of the years between 1971 and 1974. fifies, which he applies using To squeeze even more grunt out of Sporting clip on bars, a low seat the motor Axel swapped the handmade alloy bodywork and the height, tuned engine and revised best in afermarket add-ons. Today original heads for a set of 1000cc frame it was received incredibly twin spark units. Internally he also we take a closer look at one of the well by the motorcycle press and newest additions to his collection, fitted a lighter clutch, electronic the public, and ultimately lead to ignition, race cam and balanced the V7 Sport based KaffeeMaschine the development of the revered Le 18. crank along with making a few Mans series. It was also an revisions to the transmission and “I built the bike for a Swedish client, incredibly good looking bike. Aside rear drive. Ten to free up the flow who brought the V7 Sport to me in from suffering the usual downsides of gases he constructed a stainless parts” says Axel. “Tank god, because in 1970’s design such as an overly steel exhaust system from scratch. I wouldn’t want to take an original chunky seat and bulbous indicators The Ontario Guzzi Riders 14 News Express N°19 With the changes to the engines stainless spokes, Morad rims, and painting the bike Axel saw it fit to internals and everything dialed in grippy Hidenau rubber. pay homage to Guzzi’s original Axel says it’s now good for 80bhp, As for the bodywork it was all hand lemon green scheme. Not being the which when combined with the built in aluminum at the biggest fan of the original tint he huge reduction in weight (227kg KaffeeMaschine workshop. Fenders sourced a vintage Ford green that down to 187kg) make this a much were reduced in size without better suited his personal taste. sportier Sport than Guzzi ever detracting from their intended As for whether this bike would envisaged. purpose and his new tank and tail have been better off being restored Axel also had a few ideas for design embody classic cafe racer back to it’s original state, I will let improving the bikes frame. Afer a styling. Other KM components you all be the judge, but I can say good clean and detab he modified include Axel’s typical gamut of quite confidently that we’d prefer the frames bottom tubes to allow alloy parts together with the trick, this beauty over an original any day. the fitment of a set of custom made KaffeeMaschine branded engine KAFFEEMASCHINE foot controls to improve the riding covers. Finally when it came to position. Rather than reworking the stock linkages he designed a cable system to actuate the brake drum and declutter the rear end. Motogadget provided a Chronoclassic gauge, which Axel mounted to the top clamp using a custom made bracket, and wired it into his bespoke harness. Te 6v taillight was then converted to run LED lighting. Handling upgrades on the bike include modern dampers in the original forks and a set of Ikon rear shocks. Te rebuilt wheels are a combination of

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 15 News Express N°19 Te Motocarro is a three-wheeled vehicle whose front or rear is generally derived from the mechanics of a motorcycle while the opposite side consists in a loading floor or in closed compartment for the transport of goods. Te first vehicle of this kind of which were carried out in Denmark in the late nineteenth century, with electric propulsion, while the first three-wheeler motorcycle-derived industrially produced, is attributed to the US House Indian who, in 1908, made a small van with three wheels, using the rear-end of his single cylinder 500 cm³ and positioning the tipping front. Te model was soon adopted by many vendors selling hot dogs and ice cream. Also in the United States, in 1932 came the Harley-Davidson “Servi-Car” , a three-wheeler tipping back which became very popular as a means of transport for the telephone company and also for the city police, staying in production for 4 decades. Te widespread use of the three-wheeler in Europe began in the thirties, during which time it was used in various civil and military areas and became one of the main means of transport used for reconstruction in the years following World War II. Te most famous Motocarro produced from the Moto Guzzi is the Ercole during the 50s. A versatile vehicle which had many uses.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 16 News Express N°19 The Moto Guzzi

Triporteur Source: Wikipedia

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 17 News Express N°19 The Moto Guzzi Triporteurs were wheeled transport motorcycles (triporteurs) of the Moto Guzzi brand. In Italy, they were called "Moto Carri". The Moto Guzzi had the advantage that their cargo sat behind the driver. This allowed the cargo to be stacked high without obstructing the view. In addition, the steering was slightly heavier when the machine was loaded. During and after the Second World War, Moto Carris were designed with specific military tasks in mind.

Motocarro Typo 107 engine this cover. It was operated automatic dry-sump system by a push rod and a rocker arm. Te formed. Te fuel supply was by In 1928 the first model appeared: inlet valve was driven by a simple Amac. It used a semi-automatic the Typo 107. Te entire front was tappet. Te cast iron cylinder had slide carburetor and on the steering a Moto Guzzi Sport, where a frame lengthwise cooling ribs. Te piston wheel sat manettes for the gas and was screwed. Te machine could be had four rings, plus another two oil the choke. quickly converted to a regular rings. Terefore, the oil could motorcycle. Te Style 107 with no Powertrain remain within bounds. Because of Te drivetrain matched those of the trailer cost 8,150 lira, those with a the direction of rotation of the trailer cost 8,600 lira. Sport, using a primary drive with motor (backwards) the crankshaf gears, a wet multi-plate clutch, a Engine pitched the oil splash lubrication three-speed gearbox and a chain to Like the Sport, the Style 107 had an up against the top of the cylinder the rear wheel. Tat chain was long, engine block, with an engine and rather than directly back into the and used a support gear with a gearbox, a common sump and oil pan. Gravity took care of the tensioning device. Te rear brake lubrication system. It was a head / lubrication of the rest of the was a pedal-operated brake band. side valve engine. Normally, such cylinder wall. Te machine had an an engine was used in the overhead oil return pump that sat on the Chassis valve as inlet valve, and the side crankcase and the oil from the Te engine frame was welded in door as an outlet. But the outlet crankcase carried back to the tank, one piece. Sport had no front had the greatest need for cooling which was just below the fuel tank brake, but the motocarro had a wind, so he fitted his lying to OHV in the wind. Terefore, an drum brake on the front wheel. Te

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 18 News Express N°19 front suspension consisted of a Girdervork with a central helical spring without damping. Te "frame" was a simple structure consisting of two box girders that ran from the engine to the rear axle and frame were supported by two tubes from the seatpost. Above the rear axle, two leaf spring assemblies mounted, which does not afveerden the engine, but the container does. Motocarro Sport 14 When the Moto Guzzi Sport 14 came on the market in 1929, the transport tricycle was fitted with its parts. Te introduction of the Sport 14 happened by a gradual evolution of the "Sport". Mototriciclo 32 and Motocarro 109-32 Te Mototriciclo 32 came from a military command triporteurs delivered to the Italian army. In order to increase maneuverability, the wheelbase was slightly smaller, as was the track width. Te technique came from the Sport 15, which in 1931 had been launched, with the exception of the magneto (Marelli instead of Bosch), probably because the army did not want to be dependent on foreign suppliers, and greater fuel capacity. 935 copies were delivered to the army, but 143 units were sold to citizens under the type name motocarro 109-32. P 250 Prototype When the P 250 came on the market in 1934, Moto Guzzi also built a Triporteur based on this model, which had the 232 cc engine. Technically, there was no difference with the other models. Te front was P 250, the back had a trailer with leaf springs. Te prototype P 250 could be provided with a closed container to which a

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 19 News Express N°19 mount was available, but unlike the "Edile", no chair. Te cabin was just placed on the motorcycle. Tis should have been a cabin, because the engine noise was now reinforced by the cabin. Although broad shields were mounted next to the engine (up to the doors), water and mud could just penetrate. Te brake system was hydraulic as was a kipinstallatie that by hand or - at extra cost - could be operated hydraulically. Edile Although Edile, which came on the market with Ercole in 1946, resembled a normal motocarro canvas roof for the driver was Tipo U with a built cabin, the structure was confirmed. In addition, that could completely different. Te chassis be protected by a touring Te Tipo U 1942 was an improved consisted of a large central box windscreen, a canvas cover and leg version of the ER, built to beam that conveyed the steering shields. It never reached government requirements. It head to the rear. Te driver sat on production. received forced air cooling with a the right side of the cabin, the fan, but without the usual wind engine (the usual 500 cc single Motocarro S tunnel around the cylinder. In cylinder) was in the center, In 1934 the Moto Guzzi S series addition, a reduction stage was in combined with Ercole's five-speed launched with the head / side valve the final drive, allowing a high and gearbox with reverse gear. Control engine of the Sport 15 and the low gearing. In combination with was carried out by a steering wheel four- speed gearbox from the Moto the three-speed gearbox were two via a strong and simple fork clerk. Guzzi V-Series. Since the drive now shipments in the final reduction 3 x Also, the front wheel was a car appeared to be that of the S-series. 2 = 6 forward gears and 1 x 2 = 2 wheel. Te cabin held a spare tire. the vehicle was named "Motocarro reverse gears on. Te fork and Te Edile had no front or rear S". However, the machine was chassis was reinforced. Te payload suspension. Te cabin had no modernized, with a rear increased to more than 1,000 kg. doors. Te gear ratios were very differential, the gearbox had to Ercole close together because the speed choose three or four gears with one was about 25 km / h. Te Edile was reverse. Te payload increased to Ercole appeared in 1946 and meant to be more like a car. Te 800 kg. Te rear axle was disc remained in production until 1980. payload was 3600 kg. Te Edile was wheels. Tis model was more heavily built not a success and production was than its predecessors, and because discontinued in 1947. ER of its increasing load capacity, it Motocarro Ercolino In 1938, the motocarro was was fitted with additional provided with the overhead valve of transmission bevel gears behind the In 1956 the small motocarro the Moto Guzzi V-Series. It had gearbox. Its V-Series engine had five Ercolino came with a 192 cc three forward gears and one reverse, forward gears and one reverse. Te two-stroke engine of Moto Guzzi and three drum brakes. Te payload engine had forced air cooling. Galletto scooter. Te engine was increased to 1,000 kg. Te loose Payload reached 1,500 kg. Later well adapted. Moreover, it had chassis cost 9,800 lire, the complete versions had the engine of Moto forced air cooling. Te first model Triporteur with building cost Guzzi Falcone and an electric had 15-inch drive wheels behind 10,400 lire. starter . As of 1960, one a cab and a 14" front wheel drive. In

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 20 News Express N°19 1959, smaller 10" wheels were Soldavini and Giulio Cesare springs. Control was done with a fitted. Te Ercolino had a Carcano. Carcano had just steering wheel through bevel gears. kickstarter, with an optional introduced a new long mounted Te driver sat on a motorcycle seat, electric starter. Load capacity was V-twin engine with forced air but operation was through levers 350 kg, but could be increased to cooling. A 500 and a 650 cc version and pedals as in a car. Te engine 590 kg. Te base price was 389,000 was intended for the Fiat 500, but sat behind the driver. Behind it was lire, but variants with a cabin could Fiat withdrew from the project. a manual gearbox with six forward increase the price up to 489,000 Carcano saw his chance to find a gears and one reverse. A central lire. use for his new engine. Te "Mulo differential with a teruglooppal Autoveicolo da Montagna Meccanico" (Mechanical Donkey) prevented roll back. 20% of the offered wheel drive and variable drive went to the front wheel, 80% 3x3 wheelbase and track width. Te 754 to the rear wheels. Rear-wheel drive At the end of the fifies Italian cc engine produced just 20 hp, due was done with two drive shafs that Ministry of Defence requested a to a low compression ratio that, went diagonally from the vehicle for "Alpini" (mountain reflected low quality fuel. However differential to the two wheels, the troops) who at that time used 47 Nm was achieved at 2,400 rpm. front-wheel drive went through a donkeys. It was suggested by Only one 26mm Weber carburetor propeller shaf leading from the General Garbari as project officer used and a waterproof coil - differential between the cylinders and included requirements such as: ignition were used. Te chassis through to the steering head. Using load capacity of 500 kg across all system consisted of tubes and three bevel gears, the drive at the kinds of terrain, especially in pressed steel box sections. Te rear steering led to another drive shaf, mountainous areas and on narrow suspension consisted of two box which powered the front wheel. In paths. Te development was first girder arms that were cushioned by one aluminum cabinet were the placed in the hands of Antonio rubber suspension. At the front was gearbox, the differential and the Micucci and later worked on by a one-sided telescopic fork with coil device to adjust the track width.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 21 News Express N°19 Te rear drum brakes were with no doors in front of the large foot pedal, with three gears. hydraulic operated, while the drum engine. Terefore, the drive could At the front was a telescopic fork. brake at the front used a Bowden be made directly from the Te rear wheels were small leaf cable. Behind the rear wheels were three-speed gearbox with integrated spring suspension. A chain tensioning rollers, where a short differential. A reverse gear was delivered power to the rear wheels. caterpillar could be mounted. Te included. Motorcycle handlebars No reverse gear was included. Te front fender lef enough space for a and a swing fork were used. Te Dingotre remained in production snow chain. However the machine rear shock absorbers were until 1968 and was succeeded by did not meet expectations. hydraulic. Without cab and the Furghino. Te Dingotre cost Traveling straight the machine superstructure AIACE cost 151,000 lire as a kit and 210 500 could mount steep slopes, but 164,000 lire, increasing to 243,000. complete. sideways risked falling over, because It was not a success: in 1963, Ciclocarro Furghino of the three wheels. Mountain trails production was stopped. had very short turns or rocks Dingotre Te Furghino was produced from enough to stop the mechanical 1968 to 1971. It used the engine of donkey while a real donkey could Te Dingotre appeared in 1965 and the Dingotre, with forced air proceed. Te r e f o r e , t h e intended for light transport. cooling, but it was now mounted Autoveicolo da Montagna was However, it had a big advantage: its further back and longitudinally. taken out of production in 1963. 50 cc engine required no driver Tis allowed a shaf drive to be used AIACE license. Te engine was under the and the block was outside the cab. driver's seat and was equipped with As with the AIACE, which had no In 1962 the motocarro AIACE forced air cooling. Te Dingotre cab doors, it was less luxurious appeared as a cheap means of urban had no cabin, but a few large leg than, for example, a Piaggio Ape. transport. It was equipped with the shields so that it looked like the Te Furghino kit cost 293,000 lira engine of Moto Guzzi Zigolo 110, a front edge of a scooter. A thick tube and complete 339,000 lira. small tweetaktje. It had a cabin and chassis were used. It offered a

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The Ontario Guzzi Riders 24 News Express N°19 The Ontario Guzzi Riders 25 News Express N°19 Development of tricycles in Italy suspension. It was connected to the Te restoration of this unit was began with the Mototriciclo 32. It rear sub-frame on which the done by the studio Costantino was the first three-wheeled machine leading two-wheeled axle was Frontalini. Te desert sand color in the arsenal of the Italian army. attached. was chosen in addition to the field On this tricycle, the Italians began Te drive was carried out by the radio station. to capture Africa in 1932, and they famous 500cc engine through a Tis accessory was designed in the were satisfied with the endurance of 3-speed gearbox with the help of an 1930s by Allocchio Bacchini for the this machine. open chain. Italian army and was a useful means Te mototriciclo 32 was a Te gear ratio was reduced so the of communication between the three-wheeled version of the Sport tricycle could carried goods. Te front and the General Staff. 15. According to the typical design carrying capacity was 500kg with its Interestingly, just a few years prior of similar vehicles of the time, the own weight of 338kg. to this device, the headquarters tricycle was equipped with a front

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The Ontario Guzzi Riders 27 News Express N°19 Moto Guzzi had been developing A huge step forward was the Te regular army rarely used the the production of tricycles since introduction of the Moto Guzzi E.R. model. Usually it had been 1928 and released more than 12 E.R. in 1938. New reinforced serving National Air Defense Force different models. frame, drum brakes and cast wheels (UNPA) of Italy. Te organization Te main customer was the Italian raised the maximum load capacity UNPA was founded in 1934 and army where tricycles were used to 1000kg. Te belt brake were actively used the tricycle for instead of trucks. Tree-wheeled replaced by drum brakes and a 3 removing debris and extinguishing vehicles were cheaper and did not speed gearbox was part of the fires. Its specially equipped body require special driving skills. engine block. housed a huge set of tools. Te organization saved many lives, getting people out of the rubbles but it was also powerful, forcing t h e c i v i l i a n population to help t h e m i n e v e r y possible way in fear of punishment. I t s r a n k s w e r e composed mainly of men and women unfit for military duty.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 28 News Express N°19 The Ontario Guzzi Riders 29 News Express N°19 In 1940 Moto Guzzi released the single cylinder engine with a power On the battlefield, one soldier tricycle Trialce, which became one of 13.2hp at 4000rpm. Te carrying operated the gun and two others of the variations of the extremely capacity of this tricycle reached served it. popular military solo motorcycle 800kg whilst the personnel version Te chassis was reinforced to Alce. was set at 500kg. withstand the weight and the Te model was supplied with Te model pictured here is a mobile vibrations produced by the different body variants for different base for a Breda 37 (medium machine gun. In total, from 1941 needs. such as transport of goods, anti-aircraf and anti-tank machine to 1943, 1741 units were produced. personnel carrier (mainly officers) gun). and setup with machine guns. Tere was even a folding modification intended for the parachute troops. Senior officers of the Wehrmacht had been moving mostly in cars and only younger officers in sidecars of motorcycles. Te Italian military was more pragmatic, almost all Italian officers had been using the Moto Guzzi Trialce. Te Trialce was equipped with a standard 500cc

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 30 News Express N°19 The Ontario Guzzi Riders 31 News Express N°19 In 1942, according to the law on guaranteed that all spare parts A more reliable frame saddle of the unification of civilian and would be interchangeable. stamped iron was made, the drum military vehicles, Moto Guzzi Te model 600U (U for Unified) brakes were improved and the size introduced the 600U model. became the development of the of the rear wheels was enlarged. According to the law, if necessary, model E.R. but several Te original equipment of the civilian vehicles could be improvements were made in the 600U included: 6 ammunition requisitioned and used for military process. boxes, a special tripod for weapons purposes while the manufacturer as well as a folding seat for two men

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Motorcycle Camera – Are they Worth the Investment? by Anna Weigt-Bienzle

No matter how experienced you about dash cams and what he protecting parts of the video if you are, driving safely is a serious task thinks of them. Not only has Kevin wish. that should not be taken lightly. worked in Claims for 30 years, he also represents Allstate on a What are the benefits of Whether you’re commuting to having a dash cam? work, dropping the kids off at cross-industry, anti-fraud initiative school or going on a road-trip known as CANATICS, making Kevin feels dash cams can be a cost vacation, not only do you have to him an auto claim expert. effective way to get peace of mind. “Dash cams can be used as both a concentrate on your own driving, What is a dash cam? but you need to anticipate the protection mechanism and a “A dash cam is exactly what it sounds moves of those around you. learning tool,” he says. Kevin like,” says Kevin smiling, “a camera Tankfully as a u t o m o b i l e explains that in the afermath of a that you install on the dashboard or technology continues to evolve, collision, things can ofen turn into windshield of your vehicle.” Costing new tools are being developed to a he-said, she-said situation. anywhere from $60 to $200 they help keep us safer on the roadways. However, if one of the vehicles is can be powered by the 12-volt equipped with a dash cam, you Dash cams are considered by many wiring in your car or by batteries. should be able to obtain footage to be gaining popularity among Tey are programmed to turn on that will shed light on what actually drivers as a way to record activity when you start your car and will occurred. Similarly, they are on the road for later use. But do record everything you see as a driver especially useful in situations where they offer benefits for everyone? I on a memory card, similar to what a staged accident has taken place. spoke with Kevin McConkey, a you use in a digital camera. Te You also have the option of leaving Director in the Claims Department footage is recorded on a loop, with your dash cam running while your of Allstate Canada, to learn more the capability of saving or car is turned off and parked. “Tis The Ontario Guzzi Riders 34 News Express N°19 can be useful in the chance your suggests all drivers do). When it “Tis is the number one question vehicle is involved in a parking comes to the placement of your people ask when thinking of accident and you aren’t around to dash cam, he recommends purchasing a dash cam,” says Kevin. witness what happened.” installing it behind your rear-view “Tough the footage could be taken Kevin also highly recommends dash mirror or mounting it directly in into consideration when filing a cams for parents of new drivers. “I the middle of your dashboard. claim, especially if there is a dispute, use it as a coaching tool with my own Tese spots allow for optimal driver the claim is still subject to the rigors kids. I’m not always able to be in the visibility and roadway camera that any other pieces of evidence car with them when they are driving, coverage. Keep your personal undergo. You are also not currently so if they are ever involved in a preferences in mind – if you find entitled to a discount on your collision or a situation where that the presence of a dash cam is at insurance for installing a dash cam.” all distracting, consider safer mistakes are made, we can go over Extra benefits to dash cams? the footage together afer and use it alternatives, including Sure, the prime objective of a dash as a learning opportunity.” uninstallation. cam is to protect you, your Privacy issues may or may not arise, passengers, and potentially other What are the downsides to depending on what you choose to drivers, but they can also be used dash cams? do with recorded dash cam footage. for personal reasons. Headed out Having a dash cam in each of his If you are involved in an accident on a road trip? Dash cams are a vehicles, Kevin has a hard time and there are insurance claims that great way to document your thinking of any downsides arise aferwards, the involved journey. Unexpected moments associated with this device. “I think insurance companies, their lawyers, where you wish you’d had a camera they are a great way to ensure peace and potentially the police, may ask handy? Now you do! Dash cams of mind. Who doesn’t want to feel for access to the footage. If you have been known to capture more at ease when they’re out on the decide to post something from your incredible footage of meteor road? Tat said, I know some people dash cam to YouTube, or any other showers and wildlife. You never may think they have that ‘Big social channel, the privacy of others know what you’ll capture while Brother’ feel, however no one is could become an issue if they you’re out and about. tracking your device and you can believe that they had a reasonable erase your footage at any point.” expectation of privacy at the time Chatting with Kevin about benefits the dash cam footage was recorded. of having a dash cam has me Are there any legal seriously considering my options. implications regarding dash Could a dash cam help me cams? with my insurance claim? Given that this technology is fairly new, drivers should consider several factors if they are undecided about installing one of these devices. For example, could they be a deemed to be a cause of distracted driving? Do they obstruct your vision? And do they infringe on the privacy of others? What I learned is that the screens on most dash cams go black within 3-5 minutes of being turned on. Drivers have the option of changing the settings on the dash cam to have the screen go black sooner to minimize the risk of distraction (which Kevin strongly

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 35 News Express N°19 The Deadly Dozen: 12 Motorcycle Safety Myths and Misconceptions This is a bit long but informative when in "discussions with our friendly "bikers" pals. When science meets urban legend and imperfect logic, some of the "facts" motorcyclists think they "know" about motorcycle safety, crashes, and riding turn out to be dangerous myths and misconceptions. From the February 2006 issue of Motorcycle Cruiser magazine. By Art Friedman. Get a group of motorcyclists talking Instead of assuming that they will when you get thrown off the bike, that about crashes and safety, and you will ignore you even when they see you, extra weight will create more almost certainly hear some of them— you should help make it easier for pendulum force on your neck. Turns popular misconceptions, incorrect drivers to spot you, especially as the out, it doesn't work that way. In fact, assumptions, urban legends, and population ages and more drivers have the energy-absorbing qualities of a intuitive explanations about greater difficulty in picking you out. DOT motorcycle helmet also absorb motorcycle safety that turn out to be To overcome the fact that you might the energy that breaks riders' necks in wrong when you actually check out the be hard to see and harder to notice, impacts. Studies show that helmeted facts. Te problem is that believing wear bright colors, especially on your motorcyclists actually suffer fewer neck these misconceptions can increase your helmet and jacket. Run your high injuries when they crash compared to chances of being involved in an beam during the day. Tink about riders who crash without helmets. accident or getting hurt when you do things that can hide you and your bike Myth 4: Helmets Block Your crash. from other drivers, things that can be Ability to See or Hear Danger Maybe you know BS when you hear it, as common as the sun behind you, the Te thing you learn when you dig into but maybe you have heard some myths car ahead in the next lane, or a couple the research is that motorcycle riders repeated so ofen or by people whose of roadside poles that line up on the who use helmets crash less frequently expertise you respect that you think driver's line of sight toward you. Make than those who don't. Maybe that they are actually true. Unfortunately, an effort to ride in or move to a happens because motorcyclists who there are a lot of motorcyclists who do location where drivers with potentially decide to wear helmets have a better or believe them. We thought that some of conflicting courses can see you before more realistic attitude about riding. these fallacies should be brought out they stray your way. Maybe it's because putting on a helmet into the light of day so that riders have Myth 2: Loud Pipes Save Lives is a reminder that what you are about the right information upon which to Yeah, there are a few situations—like to do can be dangerous and the act of make informed riding-safety decisions. where you are right next to a driver accepting protection puts you in the We also hope it will keep more with his window down who is about right mindset. Maybe it's because a motorcyclists from repeating such the to change lanes—where full-time helmet provides eye protection and misconceptions to riders who turn to noise-makers might help a driver cuts down wind noise so you can them for advice. Tese are the Deadly notice you, but all that noise directed actually see and hear better. Maybe its Dozen, the motorcycle safety myths rearward doesn't do much in the most because, by cutting wind pressure and and urban legends ones that we hear common and much more dangerous noise, a helmet reduces fatigue. most frequently. conflict where a car turns in front of Whatever the reasons, wearing a Myth 1: Other Drivers Don't you. Maybe it's the fatigue caused by helmet clearly does not increase a Care About Motorcyclists the noise, maybe it's the attitudes of motorcyclist's risk of having an It may seem hard to believe at times, riders who insist on making annoying accident and wearingone correlates to but other drivers almost never actually noise, or perhaps loud bikes annoy reduced likelihood of an accident. want to hit you. Most of those enough drivers to make them Myth 5: A Helmet Won't Help near-misses come about because they aggressive. Whatever the reason, the in Most Crashes don't always know you are there, even research shows that bikes with People look at the seemingly low when you are right in front of them, modified exhaust systems crash more impact speeds used in seemingly in plain view. You can be frequently than those with stock pipes. motorcycle-helmet testing and assume obscured or completely hidden by If you really want to save lives, turn to that if you are going faster than that, glare, by other things on or along the a loud jacket or a bright helmet color, the helmet will no longer be up to the road, by the cars roof pillars, the which have been proven to do the job. job. Tat ignores a few critical facts: handicap hangtag, or by other traffic. Or install a louder horn. Otherwise, • Most accidents happen at relatively Of course, not all drivers "think just shut up. low speeds. motorcycles" and make the effort to Myth 3: Motorcycle Helmets • Most of the impact energy is usually look that extra bit harder to see if there Break Necks vertical—the distance your head falls might be a motorcyclist hidden by that It seems logical—you put more weight until it hits. obscuration or in their blind spot. out there on the end of your neck and

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 36 News Express N°19 • Helmets (or at least helmets that crash. Tey over-braked or otherwise (California), they discovered it's meet DOT standards) perform lost control, then tried to explain the actually slightly safer than staying in spectacular life-saving feats at impact crash away as intentional and tried to the lane in heavy, slow-moving traffic. speeds far above those used in testing. make it sound like it wasn't a crash at Still many motorcyclists berate others • When a helmeted rider suffers a fatal all. Maybe motorcycle brakes once who do it, when they should in fact be head injury, it frequently doesn't were so bad that you could stop better endorsing it. matter, because, to hit hard enough to off your bike while sliding or tumbling. Myth 11: I'm Safer on the Street sustain that fatal injury, he sustained If so, that hasn't been true for decades. than on an Interstate multiple additional fatal injuries to You can scrub off much more speed Te thinking here must be that slower other parts of his body. In other words, before and there be going slower at is safer, but that's only really true afer the fact that the helmet didn't prevent impact with effective braking than you the accident begins. Controlled-access the head injury was of no consequence. will sliding down the road on your roadways are inherently safer because • Te numbers clearly say that riders butt. And if you are still on the bike, all the traffic is going the same way, using DOT helmets simply survive you might get thrown over the car you and there are no side streets from crashes more successfully than those collide with, avoiding an impact with which someone can pop into your without them. your body. If you slide into a car while path, no pedestrians, and, ofen, less Myth 6: A Helmet Will Leave you are on the ground, you either have roadside "furniture" to hit if you depart You Brain Damaged a hard stop against it or end up wedged the roadway. Running down the road in a Crash When You under it. Remember that the phrase "I at 70 mph side-by-sidewall with the Would Have Simply Died. laid 'er down to avoid a crash" is an whirling wheels of a semi may feel Of course that's possible—your helmet oxymoron, ofen repeated by some hairy, but you are actually safer than at attenuates the impact energy enough other kind of moron. half that speed on a city street or even a to keep the injury from being fatal but Te only events where being on the country road. not enough to keep all of your eggs ground might leave you better off are: Myth 12: A Skilled Rider from getting scrambled. However, 1) on an elevated roadway where going Can Stop Better with that's rare, and if you hit that hard, you over the guardrail will cause you to fall Conventional Brakes than are likely to get killed by some other a long way, or with Anti-Lock Brakes 2) in that situation you see injury. It's actually the un-helmeted Extensive testing done recently occasionally in movies, where the rider who is likely to cross from animal disproves this popular notion. Even on motorcyclist slides under a semi trailer to vegetable kingdom, and ofen from clean, dry, flat pavement, skilled, without touching it. Tat's a good a relatively minor impact that would experienced riders (who did hundreds trick if the truck is moving. have damaged nothing but his ego if of panic stops for the testing on he'd been wearing a DOT helmet. Myth 9: One Beer Won't Hurt outrigger-equipped motorcycles) Myth 7: A Skilled Rider Maybe not while you are drinking it, stopped in less distance with anti-lock Should Be Able to Handle but if you get on your motorcycle afer brakes (ABS) than with conventional Almost Any Situation that, the effects of a single beer can get or linked braking systems. Tough the you hurt for life. No matter how Te sharpest, most skilled motorcyclist tests didn't include samples on surfaces unaffected you are sure you are, all the in the world isn't going to be up to the with slick, dirty or wet spots, ABS studies say differently. You increase task when a car turns or pulls out in certainly would have performed even your risk to yourself and to others front of him a short distance ahead better under those conditions while when you drink and hit the road. Also, and stops directly in his path eliminating much of the risk of as you age, your metabolism slows broadside. Believing that your superior crashing. Te other cool thing about down, and those "coupla drinks" you skills will keep you of trouble is a pipe ABS on a motorcycle is that allows you had last night may still be affecting you dream, even if they are as good as you to safely practice panic stops without when you hit the road the next think. No matter how skilled you are, risking a crash caused by lock-up. morning. it's better to ride to avoid situations Anyway, the next time tells you that he that can turn ugly. Slow down, scan Myth 10: It's Better to Stay in had to "lay it down" or that green bikes farther ahead, and think strategically. Your Lane than Split Lanes crash more than purple ones, you can And dress for the crash. In most parts of the world, nod and snicker internally or challenge Myth 8: If You Are Going to motorcycles split lanes all the time, them. Just don't base your own riding Crash, Lay It Down everywhere traffic is heavy. Here in the choices on what other people assume U.S., people ofe n a c t a s i f I suspect this line was developed by unless there is some solid science to lane-splitting is insane. But when riders to explain why they ended up back it up. someone actually studied it in the only flat-side-down while trying to avoid a place in the U.S. where it's legal

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 37 News Express N°19 Top Ten Reasons for not waving back.

Top Ten Reasons Why Harley 4. Reflection from etched windshield 3. If we wave you might use your Riders Don't Wave Back momentarily blinded him. posterior smile from your bum 1. Afraid it will invalidate warranty. 5. The espresso machine just finished. above your low slung chaps (ah the 2. Leather and studs make it too 6. Was actually asleep when other plumber's smile for all to see) heavy to raise arm. rider waved. 4. You might try to engage your rice 3. Refuse to wave to anyone whose 7. Was in a three-way conference call burner in a race not expecting 130 bike is already paid for. with stockbroker and accessories plus hp in some of our bikes and we don't want you to feel bad when you 4. Afraid to let go of handlebars dealer. lose because they might vibrate off. 8. Was distracted by odd shaped blip 5. Writing Vintage on your t-shirt and 5. Rushing wind would blow scabs off on radar screen. riding a 1995 Honda is simply never the new tattoos. 9. Was simultaneously adjusting the going to be a Triumph.. if the t-shirt 6. Angry because just took out second air suspension, seat height, is vintage you don't need to say mortgage to pay luxury tax on new programmable CD player, seat "vintage" and an 90's Honda is not Harley. temperature, and satellite navigation system. vintage yet.. it is simply ...old 7. Just discovered the fine print in (unless it is a 1986 interceptor) owner's manual and realized H-D is 10. Couldn't find the "auto wave back" 6. If you don't drink gin we simply partially owned by Honda. button on dashboard. don't want to know you 8. Can't tell if other riders are waving 7. You might be tempted to rev your or just reaching to cover their ears Top Ten Reasons Why Sportbike Ducati and we don't want it to break like everyone else. Squids Don't Wave Back (I will still probably buy one some 1. They have not been riding long 9. Remembers the last time a Harley day simply because broken or enough to know they're supposed rider waved back, he impaled his not..they are cool and we can ride to. hand on spiked helmet. our Triumph when it is in the shop - 10. They're too tired from spending 2. They're going too fast to have time BONUS!!!) enough to register the movement hours polishing all that chrome to lift 8. You probably don't play darts either and respond. their arms. do you! 3. You weren't wearing bright enough 9. The British flag does a perfectly fine gear. Top Ten Reasons Why BMW job of waving for us 4. If they stick their arm out going that Riders Riders Don't Wave Back 10. Did I say you might not be British? 1. New Aerostich suit too stiff to raise fast they'll rip it out of the socket. arm. 5. They're too occupied with trying to 2. Removing a hand from the bars is get rid of their chicken strips. considered "bad form." 6. They look way too cool with both 3. Your bike isn't weird enough looking hands on the bars or they don't to justify acknowledgement. want to unbalance themselves while standing on the tank. 4. Too sore from an 800-mile day on a stock "comfort" seat. 7. Their skin tight-kevlar-ballistic-nylon-kangaroo 5. Too busy programming the GPS, -leather suits prevent any position monitoring radar, listening to ipod, other than fetal. XM, and talking on the cell phone. 8. Raising an arm allows bugs into the 6. He's an Iron Butt rider and you're armholes of their tank tops. not! 9. It's too hard to do one-handed 7. Wires from Gerbings is too short. stoppies. 8. You're not riding the "right kind" of 10. They were too busy slipping their BMW. flip-flop back on. 9. You haven't been properly introduced. Why Triumph Riders "Almost" 10. Afraid it will be misinterpreted as a friendly gesture. Don't Wave Back to non Triumphs 1. Simple - you may not be British... or Top Ten Reasons Why Gold Wing you might even be French Riders Riders Don't Wave Back 2. Jealous of how Harley must outfit their riders with gut expanders so 1. Wasn't sure whether other rider was 5233 Pine Hill Road they will have more aerodynamic waving or making an obscene capabilities and defeat high wind Nashville, TN 37221 gesture. with ease (Note: I can only say this Tel: 888-729-9836 2. Afraid might get frostbite if hand is because I lost my 100 lbs of [email protected] removed from heated grip. over-weight so if offended.. do what 3. Has arthritis and the past 400 miles I did.. lose it) www.kermitchair.com have made it difficult to raise arm.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 38 News Express N°19 Hypothermia by Dr Simon Fradd

Exposure to cold is estimated to cause thousands of deaths a year. The causes vary, and include increased susceptibility to flu and other viruses. However, hypothermia is one of the most deadly cold-induced conditions and, if not caught and treated early on, can lead to a rapid decline in the body's ability to function normally.

What is it? Who is at risk? All cold, wet clothing should be replaced with warm, dry clothing to Hypothermia occurs when the Te elderly and babies under one prevent further heat loss body's core temperature is lowered year old are most at risk among immediately. due to exposure to cold. people with no other complaints. If breathing has stopped or there is It can occur even at mild Age Concern estimates that every no pulse, cardiopulmonary temperatures if exposure is time the temperature drops one resuscitation (CPR) should be prolonged. degree Celsius below average, 8,000 attempted until the emergency Te body's natural defenses against more elderly people will die. services arrive. the cold consist of restricting the However, people who already have Rapid rewarming with hot water or flow of blood to the skin so as to something wrong with them are massaging cold extremities should prevent heat loss, along with also at a higher risk, as they may not be avoided as, if done improperly, it shivering and releasing hormones be aware of how severely they are could lead to serious tissue damage. to generate heat. exposing themselves to the cold. Do not give alcohol or nicotine Tese measures are limited and are products to someone suffering from usually inadequate to maintain Te main risk groups are: hypothermia. body temperature in cold environments. • People who have been involved in How can it be prevented? accidents; What are the symptoms? • Mentally ill patients; Te key rules are to wear many • People with heart problems; layers of clothing, drink plenty of Symptoms take effect in three • Hypothyroid patients; fluids and hot drinks (but not stages. • Patients on sedatives; alcohol) and keep well nourished. • Alcoholics. Te fi rst stage mild hypothermia Maintaining movement to keep is characterized by: Due to their sleeping arrangements, circulation up is also advised. • Bouts of shivering; the homeless are also particularly at • Grogginess and muddled risk. Age Concern advises keeping at thinking. People who expose themselves to least one room well-heated during Indicators of moderate extreme weather conditions, such the winter months. hypothermia are: as mountain climbers, are at risk, • Violent shivering or shivering but will usually travel prepared for which suddenly stops; emergencies. • Inability to think and pay Tey should also have some attention; understanding of how to recognize • Slow, shallow breathing; and treat hypothermia before they • Slow, weak pulse. set off. Severe hypothermia has set in when: What is the treatment? • Shivering stops; • Te patient loses consciousness; Te first step is to contact the • Tere is little or no breathing; emergency services as extreme • Pulse is weak, irregular or hypothermia requires urgent non-existent. professional attention.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 39 News Express N°19 The Goose Motorcycle Tent Source: The return of the Café Racers

I feel the need… the need to go Motorcycle travel is nothing new Created by Kendal and Callie Sants camping! I don’t know about you, and there are plenty of bikes and the Goose is a swag style all-in-one but the idea of heading out on a luggage systems designed especially motorcycle tent. motorcycle for a few days of for it. Tis means it solves all of your camping sounds like the perfect If however, you don’t ride that kind camp shelter needs in one go. Best getaway. of bike or feel like bolting extra bits of all the whole thing rolls up into a What could be better than riding to your slick ride you’ll need to find 10kg package that’s under 65cm all day then sleeping under the stars another solution. wide and 34cm round. free from the stress of city life, just Introducing the Wingman of the All you need to do is secure it to the you and your trusty steed? Road ‘Goose’ a new motorcycle back of your seat using tie-down Unfortunately, without the proper tent system designed especially with straps. gear, you may struggle to make that motorcyclists in mind. dream a reality.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 40 News Express N°19 Te Goose is constructed from On warmer nights you can open • Step 2: I removed the poles and heavy duty rip stop canvas similar the two large entries on each side pegs from the pocket in the cover. to the stuff the military use. that feature mosquito netting to Tere are 3 poles in total. Two Te canvas has been treated making keep the bugs out. Ten on each elastic core curved fibreglass poles it waterproof and insulated. All of end, there are additional ventilation and one telescopic. Afer piecing the seams are double stitched and windows that can also be closed to together the curved poles I fed the zips are heavy duty to create an keep the warmth in. them through a canvas sleeve and all-around sturdy and weatherproof One of the other appealing aspects each end of the tent, clipped on package. of the Goose is how easy it is to set the edges and anchored at the base. All the securing points are Wingman of the Road’s Goose also up and tear down. Performing either task takes a mere 5 minutes. cleverly built into the structure. comes with an integrated sleeping • Step 3: I put the two halves of the bag and high-density foam mattress I was lucky enough to have a Goose telescopic pole together. I place that’s packed inside the tent. Tis to try out so here’s how it went on the points on the ends of the removes the need to carry my very first attempt setting it up. telescopic pole into the eyelets at additional sleeping gear. • Step 1: Afer removing the Goose each end of the tent and extended Te Goose is also well adapted to from the bike I placed it on the the pole out. Tis raised the dealing with different conditions. floor and opened the buckles. I centre of the tent up and taught. I During wetter months you’ll stay rolled the tent out and positioned then pushed the lock on the pole dry thanks to the tent’s canvas the cover how I wanted it. Goose down to secure it. At this stage, I exterior and heavy-duty waterproof suggest placing the cover to the pretty much had a freestanding PVC base. right of the tent so you can create tent! You’ll also stay warm most of the a ‘dry space’ to store your helmet • Step 4: I used the pegs and tie- year because the sleeping bag is and other riding gear out of the down ropes to secure the tent to rated for 3 season use. elements. the ground and extend the ends.

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 41 News Express N°19 • Step 5: (optional) I rolled my Taking such a short time to erect Te Wingman of the Road Goose bike alongside the tent making means you can set up late and pack motorcycle tent retails for £310 sure it was parked on stable as much riding time into your day and comes with a 3-year warranty. ground. I then extend the side as possible. Sure it’s not the cheapest option panel out and secured it to the With everything rolled into one all out there, but compare it with bike. Tis created my create dry that needs to be considered is what non-motocentric swags of the same storage space and completed the other gear you’ll need. calibre and you’ll see the value. setup. On a weekend trip, you’ll probably If you’re yearning for an open road Sounds easy right? Tat’s because it get away with just a backpack and a escape the Goose motorcycle tent is was! In fact, it was so easy I was lef few other essentials. ready to be your wingman. feeling like I’d missed something out. [email protected] - https://wingmanoftheroad.com

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 42 News Express N°19 Goofy eyes... No class... No self-control... A Real Animal !

By Gosh! I am as BAD as he is...

The Ontario Guzzi Riders 43 News Express N°19 2020 SPECIAL SPRING EVENT OF THE ONTARIO GUZZI RIDERS CLUB

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The Ontario Guzzi Riders 44 News Express N°19 Lee Valley BARBOUR® THORNPROOF Sun Cap DRESSING

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Since 1894, J. Barbour & Sons have produced clothes perfectly suited to enjoyment of life beyond the city. It is this commitment to quality and durability that has seen the name Barbour become synonymous with the best of country living.

Barbour jacket accessories keep your outerwear in great shape. Tis cap is ideal for those who prefer a baseball cap but Keep your waxed gear waterproof and strong with this want the protection of a sun hat. Te broad bill shades Barbour jacket accessory. the face while the back flap (which tucks into the cap when not needed) protects the ears and back of the Tornproof dressing is the exact formula used by neck. Barbour to waterproof jackets in its factories. Made of lightweight, quick-drying 100% polyester Easy to apply, simply use it on areas that are getting the microfiber, it has a six-panel crown with a most wear, or re-dress an entire jacket. moisture-absorbing sweatband and ventilation holes. Full details and instructions are printed on the can. Clips to your shirt during windy weather. One 200ml. tin is enough to completely treat one Khaki color with an embroidered Lee Valley logo. full-length coat or two jackets. Adult size, with an adjustable fit.

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The Ontario Guzzi Riders 48 News Express N°19 2020 Annual Rally Delta, Ontario Dates: Sept 11 - 13, 2020

Location: !!Municipal campground !!146 Lower Beverly Lake Park Road, ! !!Delta On K0E 1G0 !!(44° 36.480'N / 75° 07.700'W)

Rally Fee: !!TBA

Camping cost: !is extra and can be booked at !!the Lower Beverly Lake Campground !!Tel: !(613) 928-2881 !!Email: [email protected]

We have a road run, bike games, chicken BBQ and dance and show & shine is Sunday morning.

Please, please, please pre-register. It helps us make it better for you.

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