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Vol 11 Edition 47 December 12th 2013
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The
Canadarsquos Rider Powered NewsThe Comfort Inn in Corner Brook is no different than any other Comfort Inn it is motorcycle friendly filled with incredible employees and wonderful people in management
Rita the general manager and Enid the assistant manager were both in when I arrived After introductions and hugs I was checked in and meandered to my room I opened the patio door then went and rode my bike to the stall in front of the room where I unpacked my bike
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Continued on Next Page(L) Rita the general manager and her assistant
manager Enid
The Lobby - all of the Comfort Innrsquos are being renovat-ed across the country this one is scheduled for early
2014
The view of Corner Brook from the front of the hotel
After I got my cameras and cell phone charged I chose to eat at the restaurant attached to the hotel Jungle Jims is a chain you can find all over Newfoundland
The food and service were more than decent and the place was full to the rafters I sat at the bar to eat after giving up my table to a couple The bartender was quite the gal She expressed that she was moving to St Johns to go finish her education - she is going to be a physical education teacher when she is done university and intends to continue working for Jungle Jims because she loves the work and the tips
I went to my room tagged photos and answered emails and returned phone calls and then fell into an exhausted sleep
When I got up at 430 in the morning it was to dreary skies that were still drizzling and wet pavement Ugh
I sure didnt want my first time in Newfoundland to be all rain
I sat down to write and deal with the photos and video of the day before and before I knew it the sun began to shine I was a much happier gal as I headed for breakfast
Dave and George my escorts for the morning were to arrive at around 930 am George showed up first riding a white 2013 Ultra
A short time later Dave showed up on his Yamaha I was in the process of packing the bike up and importing video from my external
hard drive to IMovie to do rough editing The process took longer than I had anticipated and it was 1030 before we were actually on our way
Todays morning destination - Lark Harbour
The ride to Lark Harbour was utterly lovely The roads were good the company was excellent and Mother Nature smiled down on us with a great big golden grinwe were on the Captain James Cook Trail filled with lovely curves and spectacular seascapes
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Amazing scenery all around you makes Lark Harbour a gorgeous place for a meal
See a short 1 minute 15 second video about the ride to Lark Harbour here httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=7NUFN26bqpI
The village of Lark Harbour is a post card picture perfect fishing village The colors and characters make you smile
We stopped at a place called Marlaines Tide Watchers Cafe
I ordered a coffee and Fishermans Brewis which is a traditional dish of cod and hard
tack bread served with pork scrunchions bread and molasses
I figured if I am going to be here in Newfoundland I want to experience the local foods and traditions
Now according to Dave Fishermans Brewis came to be because of fishermen who were out in their dories who got creative Instead of just having the cod and hard tack bread to eat they would take their Southwesters and fill them up with salt water soak the cod and chunks of the hard tack in the water over night and then cook it up on their little stoves just to give them a different taste If they had molasses with them sometimes they would pour molasses in with the brew If they had pork scrunchions with them they would pour that in too
Pork scrunchions are made from pork rind and fat - the rind is scored into little cubes and then cut off the fat fried until the fat is rendered out of the cubes and the cubes are crunchy
Now one wouldnt think that sounds all that appetizing but I am up for trying almost anything and I was delighted by the meal It was yummy I had to laugh at the lady who served us - when she saw me putting butter on my bread she expressed that there was no way a Newfoundlander would put butter on their bread if they were planning on eating it with molasses as I had expressed that I would be I showed her my dads trick - put butter on one side flip the bread over and pour molasses on it - it gives the molasses a wonderful flavour - she laughed and said my Dad must have been a Newf in another life I teased right back and said he must have been as he taught us kids to love fried bologna
The guys of course being locals had burgers
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George in front of the restaurant
Lovely quilts and artwork grace this tiny restaurant
Fishermanrsquos Brewis - cod and hard tack with pork scrunchions and bread with molasses
Across the harbour is the search and rescue
One of the most spectacular things about this place is the view
As we shared our meal and looked out over this lovely lovely bay the guys told me about the whales that come into this harbour They told me a little about this town of 500 and its offerings like hiking trails and a good sized Provincial Park called Blow Me Down Provincial Park with close to 30 campsites They and their ladies often come here on Sundays from Corner Brook for a day ride
I can see why - it is positively gorgeous
After coffee and dessert we headed back to the bikes and were off towards Corner Brook again
I find it interesting that even though you have to go over the same road you came in on the views are so different in the opposite directionI supposed if you lived here it might get boring but I sure was not bored
Just outside of Corner Brook the guys and I parted company but not before I got an interview for our TV Show Ride Like a Local about our ride from George
I want to thank George and Dave for sharing the highway with me for a while - I truly enjoyed my time with these two guys
I continued on my journey to Gros Morne National Parkalone and I had no idea what a treat I was going to be in for
As I headed toward the Viking Trail I noticed the subtle changes in the landscape
I was amazed at the diversity in such a short period of time
The scenery became hilly and filled with gentle sweepers and magnificent views
Gros Morne National Park of Canada was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and it is a stunningly beautiful - stark and imposing and yet
I spent some time at the Discovery Centre on the edge of Woody Point I wanted to get a Viking Trail Pass so that I could take in an abundance of attractions that are covered by the pass and I had been told this was the best place to get it
The Discovery Centre is also where you can obtain units that allow you to find out more about what you are looking at at the various stops along the way They take your drivers license info and allow you to take the units and drop them off in a drop box when you are done If you dont drop it off they have your info so they can reach you and remind you to send it back
In the centre itself there are many displays and many of them are interactive and describe the region the history the geology the creatures and the flora and fauna
On top of the amazing displays that explain the region there is an abundance of stunning artwork to view and the staff are so helpful and knowledgeable about the park
Armed with a park pass I headed off to do filming and photography and learn about this hauntingly beautiful place
I rode to Trout River to have my supper as was recommended to me by Dave and George
Along the way I filmed some of the most amazing scenery and look forward to sharing that with you through our TV show on Eastlink - Ride Like a Local The Newfoundland episode should air sometime in December - I will also have some footage on Youtube later in December
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Amazing art
Riding through this gorgeous seaside village I came across the Jacob A Crocker Heritage House and decided to take a tour before I stopped for supper The young lady giving the tour explained that Jacob A Crocker Sr who came from Dorsetshire England one of the original settlers of the region built this Biscuit Box house also known as a Salt Box house The home was built in 1898 and is indicative of the traditional fishermans home
After the tour of the Crocker home I went to the Seaside Restaurant and got my first taste
of cod tongues and I want to thank Dave for having recommended I try them because I have a new favorite appetizermeal
Light crispy and absolutely delicious are cod tongues
The restaurant is another tourism must do spot Award winning with magnificent views of the ocean the staff is friendly and attentive and the prices were affordable - the
meal was plentiful There is tons of history here too
After my delicious meal I headed back through the Tableland Mountains on my way to Rocky Harbour The scenery is so stunning On one side of the road is this lush vegetation and on the other these odd colored mountains
Newfoundland is noted for its heavily forested areas and the stark contrast in the Tableland Mountains is caused by the ultramafic rock - peridotite - which makes up the Tablelands Thought to originate in the earths mantle and forced up from the depths during a plate collision several hundred million years ago the peridotite lacks the nutrients required to sustain most plant life hence its barren appearance The rock is very low in calcium and very high in magnesium it also has a toxic amount of heavy metals Peridotite is high in iron which accounts for its brownish colour
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My meal of Cod Tongues
The view from the restaurant
After marveling at the stark and haunting beauty of the Tablelands it was time for the scenic ride to Rocky Harbour
See the 1 minute 36 second video of the ridehttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=k4g2tWLWb_A
I stopped in Woody Point for fuel and the gentleman who runs the station came out to make sure that I knew he only had regular gas to offer I thanked him and expressed that I carry Amsoil Octane Boost with me and that regular gas was just fine I thought his consideration of a riders needs to be absolutely wonderful
I headed towards Rocky Harbour marvelling at the varied beauty of the landscape The wonderful rolling hills and sweeping curves accompanied the lush scenery and the glimpses of water
As I entered Rocky Harbour there was no question in my mind how this community got its name
Rocky Harbour is the largest community in Gros Morne National Park and is filled with opportunities to explore Newfoundlands culture and heritage
I was to stay at the Ocean View Hotel and take in the Anchors Aweigh show
I got settled into my room and went downstairs to get my ticket I was in for a treat and a half
The Anchors Aweigh band is comprised of
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Accommodations
highly talented musicians who will keep your toes tapping and have you laughing so hard that tears are rolling and your belly hurts They are a traditional Newfoundland band that gives you a true taste of the humour and culture that Newfoundland has to offer
I have never enjoyed a show so much and I encourage you to go see it if you are ever in the region
You can find out more about how to get tickets for the show by visiting httpwwwbontourscaanchors-aweigh
I woke up to a gorgeous morning in Rocky Harbour and after a very satisfying breakfast I jumped on the bike and headed to Lobster Head Cove which is just outside of Rocky Harbour The lighthouse can be seen from pretty much every vantage point in Rocky Harbour
The Lighthouse is an interpretive centre that offers the visitor much information on the region the fishing the way of lifeit was built in 1897 and remained as a working lighthouse until 1960 when it became automated
There are many impressive displays filled with regional information and I encourage you to take it in if you should ever find yourself in Rocky Harbour
My next destination was the Western Brook Fjord Boat Tour by Bon Tours
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Bay
The view of Rocky Harbour from the lighthouse
I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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Western Brook Fjiord Tour visitwwwbontourscatourwestern-brook-pond-boat-tour
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
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The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
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O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
FUNDRAISING FOR SOS PROJECT By the non profit organization HONOUR OUR CANADIAN SOLDIERS
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Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
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purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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After I got my cameras and cell phone charged I chose to eat at the restaurant attached to the hotel Jungle Jims is a chain you can find all over Newfoundland
The food and service were more than decent and the place was full to the rafters I sat at the bar to eat after giving up my table to a couple The bartender was quite the gal She expressed that she was moving to St Johns to go finish her education - she is going to be a physical education teacher when she is done university and intends to continue working for Jungle Jims because she loves the work and the tips
I went to my room tagged photos and answered emails and returned phone calls and then fell into an exhausted sleep
When I got up at 430 in the morning it was to dreary skies that were still drizzling and wet pavement Ugh
I sure didnt want my first time in Newfoundland to be all rain
I sat down to write and deal with the photos and video of the day before and before I knew it the sun began to shine I was a much happier gal as I headed for breakfast
Dave and George my escorts for the morning were to arrive at around 930 am George showed up first riding a white 2013 Ultra
A short time later Dave showed up on his Yamaha I was in the process of packing the bike up and importing video from my external
hard drive to IMovie to do rough editing The process took longer than I had anticipated and it was 1030 before we were actually on our way
Todays morning destination - Lark Harbour
The ride to Lark Harbour was utterly lovely The roads were good the company was excellent and Mother Nature smiled down on us with a great big golden grinwe were on the Captain James Cook Trail filled with lovely curves and spectacular seascapes
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Amazing scenery all around you makes Lark Harbour a gorgeous place for a meal
See a short 1 minute 15 second video about the ride to Lark Harbour here httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=7NUFN26bqpI
The village of Lark Harbour is a post card picture perfect fishing village The colors and characters make you smile
We stopped at a place called Marlaines Tide Watchers Cafe
I ordered a coffee and Fishermans Brewis which is a traditional dish of cod and hard
tack bread served with pork scrunchions bread and molasses
I figured if I am going to be here in Newfoundland I want to experience the local foods and traditions
Now according to Dave Fishermans Brewis came to be because of fishermen who were out in their dories who got creative Instead of just having the cod and hard tack bread to eat they would take their Southwesters and fill them up with salt water soak the cod and chunks of the hard tack in the water over night and then cook it up on their little stoves just to give them a different taste If they had molasses with them sometimes they would pour molasses in with the brew If they had pork scrunchions with them they would pour that in too
Pork scrunchions are made from pork rind and fat - the rind is scored into little cubes and then cut off the fat fried until the fat is rendered out of the cubes and the cubes are crunchy
Now one wouldnt think that sounds all that appetizing but I am up for trying almost anything and I was delighted by the meal It was yummy I had to laugh at the lady who served us - when she saw me putting butter on my bread she expressed that there was no way a Newfoundlander would put butter on their bread if they were planning on eating it with molasses as I had expressed that I would be I showed her my dads trick - put butter on one side flip the bread over and pour molasses on it - it gives the molasses a wonderful flavour - she laughed and said my Dad must have been a Newf in another life I teased right back and said he must have been as he taught us kids to love fried bologna
The guys of course being locals had burgers
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George in front of the restaurant
Lovely quilts and artwork grace this tiny restaurant
Fishermanrsquos Brewis - cod and hard tack with pork scrunchions and bread with molasses
Across the harbour is the search and rescue
One of the most spectacular things about this place is the view
As we shared our meal and looked out over this lovely lovely bay the guys told me about the whales that come into this harbour They told me a little about this town of 500 and its offerings like hiking trails and a good sized Provincial Park called Blow Me Down Provincial Park with close to 30 campsites They and their ladies often come here on Sundays from Corner Brook for a day ride
I can see why - it is positively gorgeous
After coffee and dessert we headed back to the bikes and were off towards Corner Brook again
I find it interesting that even though you have to go over the same road you came in on the views are so different in the opposite directionI supposed if you lived here it might get boring but I sure was not bored
Just outside of Corner Brook the guys and I parted company but not before I got an interview for our TV Show Ride Like a Local about our ride from George
I want to thank George and Dave for sharing the highway with me for a while - I truly enjoyed my time with these two guys
I continued on my journey to Gros Morne National Parkalone and I had no idea what a treat I was going to be in for
As I headed toward the Viking Trail I noticed the subtle changes in the landscape
I was amazed at the diversity in such a short period of time
The scenery became hilly and filled with gentle sweepers and magnificent views
Gros Morne National Park of Canada was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and it is a stunningly beautiful - stark and imposing and yet
I spent some time at the Discovery Centre on the edge of Woody Point I wanted to get a Viking Trail Pass so that I could take in an abundance of attractions that are covered by the pass and I had been told this was the best place to get it
The Discovery Centre is also where you can obtain units that allow you to find out more about what you are looking at at the various stops along the way They take your drivers license info and allow you to take the units and drop them off in a drop box when you are done If you dont drop it off they have your info so they can reach you and remind you to send it back
In the centre itself there are many displays and many of them are interactive and describe the region the history the geology the creatures and the flora and fauna
On top of the amazing displays that explain the region there is an abundance of stunning artwork to view and the staff are so helpful and knowledgeable about the park
Armed with a park pass I headed off to do filming and photography and learn about this hauntingly beautiful place
I rode to Trout River to have my supper as was recommended to me by Dave and George
Along the way I filmed some of the most amazing scenery and look forward to sharing that with you through our TV show on Eastlink - Ride Like a Local The Newfoundland episode should air sometime in December - I will also have some footage on Youtube later in December
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Amazing art
Riding through this gorgeous seaside village I came across the Jacob A Crocker Heritage House and decided to take a tour before I stopped for supper The young lady giving the tour explained that Jacob A Crocker Sr who came from Dorsetshire England one of the original settlers of the region built this Biscuit Box house also known as a Salt Box house The home was built in 1898 and is indicative of the traditional fishermans home
After the tour of the Crocker home I went to the Seaside Restaurant and got my first taste
of cod tongues and I want to thank Dave for having recommended I try them because I have a new favorite appetizermeal
Light crispy and absolutely delicious are cod tongues
The restaurant is another tourism must do spot Award winning with magnificent views of the ocean the staff is friendly and attentive and the prices were affordable - the
meal was plentiful There is tons of history here too
After my delicious meal I headed back through the Tableland Mountains on my way to Rocky Harbour The scenery is so stunning On one side of the road is this lush vegetation and on the other these odd colored mountains
Newfoundland is noted for its heavily forested areas and the stark contrast in the Tableland Mountains is caused by the ultramafic rock - peridotite - which makes up the Tablelands Thought to originate in the earths mantle and forced up from the depths during a plate collision several hundred million years ago the peridotite lacks the nutrients required to sustain most plant life hence its barren appearance The rock is very low in calcium and very high in magnesium it also has a toxic amount of heavy metals Peridotite is high in iron which accounts for its brownish colour
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My meal of Cod Tongues
The view from the restaurant
After marveling at the stark and haunting beauty of the Tablelands it was time for the scenic ride to Rocky Harbour
See the 1 minute 36 second video of the ridehttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=k4g2tWLWb_A
I stopped in Woody Point for fuel and the gentleman who runs the station came out to make sure that I knew he only had regular gas to offer I thanked him and expressed that I carry Amsoil Octane Boost with me and that regular gas was just fine I thought his consideration of a riders needs to be absolutely wonderful
I headed towards Rocky Harbour marvelling at the varied beauty of the landscape The wonderful rolling hills and sweeping curves accompanied the lush scenery and the glimpses of water
As I entered Rocky Harbour there was no question in my mind how this community got its name
Rocky Harbour is the largest community in Gros Morne National Park and is filled with opportunities to explore Newfoundlands culture and heritage
I was to stay at the Ocean View Hotel and take in the Anchors Aweigh show
I got settled into my room and went downstairs to get my ticket I was in for a treat and a half
The Anchors Aweigh band is comprised of
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Accommodations
highly talented musicians who will keep your toes tapping and have you laughing so hard that tears are rolling and your belly hurts They are a traditional Newfoundland band that gives you a true taste of the humour and culture that Newfoundland has to offer
I have never enjoyed a show so much and I encourage you to go see it if you are ever in the region
You can find out more about how to get tickets for the show by visiting httpwwwbontourscaanchors-aweigh
I woke up to a gorgeous morning in Rocky Harbour and after a very satisfying breakfast I jumped on the bike and headed to Lobster Head Cove which is just outside of Rocky Harbour The lighthouse can be seen from pretty much every vantage point in Rocky Harbour
The Lighthouse is an interpretive centre that offers the visitor much information on the region the fishing the way of lifeit was built in 1897 and remained as a working lighthouse until 1960 when it became automated
There are many impressive displays filled with regional information and I encourage you to take it in if you should ever find yourself in Rocky Harbour
My next destination was the Western Brook Fjord Boat Tour by Bon Tours
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Bay
The view of Rocky Harbour from the lighthouse
I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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The view from my room
The view from the restaurant
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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2 mdash Conga amp BC Events3 mdash Conga4 mdash Conga amp BC Events5 mdash Conga6 mdash Conga7 mdash Conga8 mdash Conga amp BC Events9 mdash Conga amp BC Events10 mdash Conga amp BC Events11 mdash Conga amp BC Events12 mdash BC Events13 mdash WyzWmn amp AD of the Week14 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events15 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events16 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events17 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events18 mdash AB Events19 mdash AB Events20 mdash AB Events21 mdash AB Events22 mdash AB Events23 mdash AB Events24 mdash Pair-A-Dice Trikes25 mdash Attitude Zone26 mdash bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events27 mdash Wordsearch amp RAGE28 mdash Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits29 mdash Tip of the Week amp RFBA30 mdash From the Depths of File 1331 mdash From the Depths of File 13
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NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Featuring Jordan szoke
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
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THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
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Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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See a short 1 minute 15 second video about the ride to Lark Harbour here httpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=7NUFN26bqpI
The village of Lark Harbour is a post card picture perfect fishing village The colors and characters make you smile
We stopped at a place called Marlaines Tide Watchers Cafe
I ordered a coffee and Fishermans Brewis which is a traditional dish of cod and hard
tack bread served with pork scrunchions bread and molasses
I figured if I am going to be here in Newfoundland I want to experience the local foods and traditions
Now according to Dave Fishermans Brewis came to be because of fishermen who were out in their dories who got creative Instead of just having the cod and hard tack bread to eat they would take their Southwesters and fill them up with salt water soak the cod and chunks of the hard tack in the water over night and then cook it up on their little stoves just to give them a different taste If they had molasses with them sometimes they would pour molasses in with the brew If they had pork scrunchions with them they would pour that in too
Pork scrunchions are made from pork rind and fat - the rind is scored into little cubes and then cut off the fat fried until the fat is rendered out of the cubes and the cubes are crunchy
Now one wouldnt think that sounds all that appetizing but I am up for trying almost anything and I was delighted by the meal It was yummy I had to laugh at the lady who served us - when she saw me putting butter on my bread she expressed that there was no way a Newfoundlander would put butter on their bread if they were planning on eating it with molasses as I had expressed that I would be I showed her my dads trick - put butter on one side flip the bread over and pour molasses on it - it gives the molasses a wonderful flavour - she laughed and said my Dad must have been a Newf in another life I teased right back and said he must have been as he taught us kids to love fried bologna
The guys of course being locals had burgers
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George in front of the restaurant
Lovely quilts and artwork grace this tiny restaurant
Fishermanrsquos Brewis - cod and hard tack with pork scrunchions and bread with molasses
Across the harbour is the search and rescue
One of the most spectacular things about this place is the view
As we shared our meal and looked out over this lovely lovely bay the guys told me about the whales that come into this harbour They told me a little about this town of 500 and its offerings like hiking trails and a good sized Provincial Park called Blow Me Down Provincial Park with close to 30 campsites They and their ladies often come here on Sundays from Corner Brook for a day ride
I can see why - it is positively gorgeous
After coffee and dessert we headed back to the bikes and were off towards Corner Brook again
I find it interesting that even though you have to go over the same road you came in on the views are so different in the opposite directionI supposed if you lived here it might get boring but I sure was not bored
Just outside of Corner Brook the guys and I parted company but not before I got an interview for our TV Show Ride Like a Local about our ride from George
I want to thank George and Dave for sharing the highway with me for a while - I truly enjoyed my time with these two guys
I continued on my journey to Gros Morne National Parkalone and I had no idea what a treat I was going to be in for
As I headed toward the Viking Trail I noticed the subtle changes in the landscape
I was amazed at the diversity in such a short period of time
The scenery became hilly and filled with gentle sweepers and magnificent views
Gros Morne National Park of Canada was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and it is a stunningly beautiful - stark and imposing and yet
I spent some time at the Discovery Centre on the edge of Woody Point I wanted to get a Viking Trail Pass so that I could take in an abundance of attractions that are covered by the pass and I had been told this was the best place to get it
The Discovery Centre is also where you can obtain units that allow you to find out more about what you are looking at at the various stops along the way They take your drivers license info and allow you to take the units and drop them off in a drop box when you are done If you dont drop it off they have your info so they can reach you and remind you to send it back
In the centre itself there are many displays and many of them are interactive and describe the region the history the geology the creatures and the flora and fauna
On top of the amazing displays that explain the region there is an abundance of stunning artwork to view and the staff are so helpful and knowledgeable about the park
Armed with a park pass I headed off to do filming and photography and learn about this hauntingly beautiful place
I rode to Trout River to have my supper as was recommended to me by Dave and George
Along the way I filmed some of the most amazing scenery and look forward to sharing that with you through our TV show on Eastlink - Ride Like a Local The Newfoundland episode should air sometime in December - I will also have some footage on Youtube later in December
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Amazing art
Riding through this gorgeous seaside village I came across the Jacob A Crocker Heritage House and decided to take a tour before I stopped for supper The young lady giving the tour explained that Jacob A Crocker Sr who came from Dorsetshire England one of the original settlers of the region built this Biscuit Box house also known as a Salt Box house The home was built in 1898 and is indicative of the traditional fishermans home
After the tour of the Crocker home I went to the Seaside Restaurant and got my first taste
of cod tongues and I want to thank Dave for having recommended I try them because I have a new favorite appetizermeal
Light crispy and absolutely delicious are cod tongues
The restaurant is another tourism must do spot Award winning with magnificent views of the ocean the staff is friendly and attentive and the prices were affordable - the
meal was plentiful There is tons of history here too
After my delicious meal I headed back through the Tableland Mountains on my way to Rocky Harbour The scenery is so stunning On one side of the road is this lush vegetation and on the other these odd colored mountains
Newfoundland is noted for its heavily forested areas and the stark contrast in the Tableland Mountains is caused by the ultramafic rock - peridotite - which makes up the Tablelands Thought to originate in the earths mantle and forced up from the depths during a plate collision several hundred million years ago the peridotite lacks the nutrients required to sustain most plant life hence its barren appearance The rock is very low in calcium and very high in magnesium it also has a toxic amount of heavy metals Peridotite is high in iron which accounts for its brownish colour
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My meal of Cod Tongues
The view from the restaurant
After marveling at the stark and haunting beauty of the Tablelands it was time for the scenic ride to Rocky Harbour
See the 1 minute 36 second video of the ridehttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=k4g2tWLWb_A
I stopped in Woody Point for fuel and the gentleman who runs the station came out to make sure that I knew he only had regular gas to offer I thanked him and expressed that I carry Amsoil Octane Boost with me and that regular gas was just fine I thought his consideration of a riders needs to be absolutely wonderful
I headed towards Rocky Harbour marvelling at the varied beauty of the landscape The wonderful rolling hills and sweeping curves accompanied the lush scenery and the glimpses of water
As I entered Rocky Harbour there was no question in my mind how this community got its name
Rocky Harbour is the largest community in Gros Morne National Park and is filled with opportunities to explore Newfoundlands culture and heritage
I was to stay at the Ocean View Hotel and take in the Anchors Aweigh show
I got settled into my room and went downstairs to get my ticket I was in for a treat and a half
The Anchors Aweigh band is comprised of
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Accommodations
highly talented musicians who will keep your toes tapping and have you laughing so hard that tears are rolling and your belly hurts They are a traditional Newfoundland band that gives you a true taste of the humour and culture that Newfoundland has to offer
I have never enjoyed a show so much and I encourage you to go see it if you are ever in the region
You can find out more about how to get tickets for the show by visiting httpwwwbontourscaanchors-aweigh
I woke up to a gorgeous morning in Rocky Harbour and after a very satisfying breakfast I jumped on the bike and headed to Lobster Head Cove which is just outside of Rocky Harbour The lighthouse can be seen from pretty much every vantage point in Rocky Harbour
The Lighthouse is an interpretive centre that offers the visitor much information on the region the fishing the way of lifeit was built in 1897 and remained as a working lighthouse until 1960 when it became automated
There are many impressive displays filled with regional information and I encourage you to take it in if you should ever find yourself in Rocky Harbour
My next destination was the Western Brook Fjord Boat Tour by Bon Tours
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Continued on Next PageThe lighthouse is located on the northern side of Boone
Bay
The view of Rocky Harbour from the lighthouse
I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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The view from my room
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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Table of Contents
2 mdash Conga amp BC Events3 mdash Conga4 mdash Conga amp BC Events5 mdash Conga6 mdash Conga7 mdash Conga8 mdash Conga amp BC Events9 mdash Conga amp BC Events10 mdash Conga amp BC Events11 mdash Conga amp BC Events12 mdash BC Events13 mdash WyzWmn amp AD of the Week14 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events15 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events16 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events17 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events18 mdash AB Events19 mdash AB Events20 mdash AB Events21 mdash AB Events22 mdash AB Events23 mdash AB Events24 mdash Pair-A-Dice Trikes25 mdash Attitude Zone26 mdash bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events27 mdash Wordsearch amp RAGE28 mdash Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits29 mdash Tip of the Week amp RFBA30 mdash From the Depths of File 1331 mdash From the Depths of File 13
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13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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Legal HotelFriday Night Steak Nights during riding season
Sunday Jams amp lots of entertainment
9 Room Hotel with modern roomsKilroys PubCafeacute Free WIFI ATM VLTrsquos
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
TrialsCalgary Jan 10 ndash 12 2014 BMO Centre StaMpede park
Edmonton Jan 17 ndash 19 2014 edMOntOn expO Centre
VanCouVEr Jan 24 ndash 26 2014 tradex aBBOtSfOrd
Featuring ernie ldquoedubrdquo Vigil amp nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha
unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
Good job everyone
For full results check out the News page
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
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Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
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O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
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purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
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An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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As we shared our meal and looked out over this lovely lovely bay the guys told me about the whales that come into this harbour They told me a little about this town of 500 and its offerings like hiking trails and a good sized Provincial Park called Blow Me Down Provincial Park with close to 30 campsites They and their ladies often come here on Sundays from Corner Brook for a day ride
I can see why - it is positively gorgeous
After coffee and dessert we headed back to the bikes and were off towards Corner Brook again
I find it interesting that even though you have to go over the same road you came in on the views are so different in the opposite directionI supposed if you lived here it might get boring but I sure was not bored
Just outside of Corner Brook the guys and I parted company but not before I got an interview for our TV Show Ride Like a Local about our ride from George
I want to thank George and Dave for sharing the highway with me for a while - I truly enjoyed my time with these two guys
I continued on my journey to Gros Morne National Parkalone and I had no idea what a treat I was going to be in for
As I headed toward the Viking Trail I noticed the subtle changes in the landscape
I was amazed at the diversity in such a short period of time
The scenery became hilly and filled with gentle sweepers and magnificent views
Gros Morne National Park of Canada was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and it is a stunningly beautiful - stark and imposing and yet
I spent some time at the Discovery Centre on the edge of Woody Point I wanted to get a Viking Trail Pass so that I could take in an abundance of attractions that are covered by the pass and I had been told this was the best place to get it
The Discovery Centre is also where you can obtain units that allow you to find out more about what you are looking at at the various stops along the way They take your drivers license info and allow you to take the units and drop them off in a drop box when you are done If you dont drop it off they have your info so they can reach you and remind you to send it back
In the centre itself there are many displays and many of them are interactive and describe the region the history the geology the creatures and the flora and fauna
On top of the amazing displays that explain the region there is an abundance of stunning artwork to view and the staff are so helpful and knowledgeable about the park
Armed with a park pass I headed off to do filming and photography and learn about this hauntingly beautiful place
I rode to Trout River to have my supper as was recommended to me by Dave and George
Along the way I filmed some of the most amazing scenery and look forward to sharing that with you through our TV show on Eastlink - Ride Like a Local The Newfoundland episode should air sometime in December - I will also have some footage on Youtube later in December
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Amazing art
Riding through this gorgeous seaside village I came across the Jacob A Crocker Heritage House and decided to take a tour before I stopped for supper The young lady giving the tour explained that Jacob A Crocker Sr who came from Dorsetshire England one of the original settlers of the region built this Biscuit Box house also known as a Salt Box house The home was built in 1898 and is indicative of the traditional fishermans home
After the tour of the Crocker home I went to the Seaside Restaurant and got my first taste
of cod tongues and I want to thank Dave for having recommended I try them because I have a new favorite appetizermeal
Light crispy and absolutely delicious are cod tongues
The restaurant is another tourism must do spot Award winning with magnificent views of the ocean the staff is friendly and attentive and the prices were affordable - the
meal was plentiful There is tons of history here too
After my delicious meal I headed back through the Tableland Mountains on my way to Rocky Harbour The scenery is so stunning On one side of the road is this lush vegetation and on the other these odd colored mountains
Newfoundland is noted for its heavily forested areas and the stark contrast in the Tableland Mountains is caused by the ultramafic rock - peridotite - which makes up the Tablelands Thought to originate in the earths mantle and forced up from the depths during a plate collision several hundred million years ago the peridotite lacks the nutrients required to sustain most plant life hence its barren appearance The rock is very low in calcium and very high in magnesium it also has a toxic amount of heavy metals Peridotite is high in iron which accounts for its brownish colour
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My meal of Cod Tongues
The view from the restaurant
After marveling at the stark and haunting beauty of the Tablelands it was time for the scenic ride to Rocky Harbour
See the 1 minute 36 second video of the ridehttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=k4g2tWLWb_A
I stopped in Woody Point for fuel and the gentleman who runs the station came out to make sure that I knew he only had regular gas to offer I thanked him and expressed that I carry Amsoil Octane Boost with me and that regular gas was just fine I thought his consideration of a riders needs to be absolutely wonderful
I headed towards Rocky Harbour marvelling at the varied beauty of the landscape The wonderful rolling hills and sweeping curves accompanied the lush scenery and the glimpses of water
As I entered Rocky Harbour there was no question in my mind how this community got its name
Rocky Harbour is the largest community in Gros Morne National Park and is filled with opportunities to explore Newfoundlands culture and heritage
I was to stay at the Ocean View Hotel and take in the Anchors Aweigh show
I got settled into my room and went downstairs to get my ticket I was in for a treat and a half
The Anchors Aweigh band is comprised of
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Accommodations
highly talented musicians who will keep your toes tapping and have you laughing so hard that tears are rolling and your belly hurts They are a traditional Newfoundland band that gives you a true taste of the humour and culture that Newfoundland has to offer
I have never enjoyed a show so much and I encourage you to go see it if you are ever in the region
You can find out more about how to get tickets for the show by visiting httpwwwbontourscaanchors-aweigh
I woke up to a gorgeous morning in Rocky Harbour and after a very satisfying breakfast I jumped on the bike and headed to Lobster Head Cove which is just outside of Rocky Harbour The lighthouse can be seen from pretty much every vantage point in Rocky Harbour
The Lighthouse is an interpretive centre that offers the visitor much information on the region the fishing the way of lifeit was built in 1897 and remained as a working lighthouse until 1960 when it became automated
There are many impressive displays filled with regional information and I encourage you to take it in if you should ever find yourself in Rocky Harbour
My next destination was the Western Brook Fjord Boat Tour by Bon Tours
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Bay
The view of Rocky Harbour from the lighthouse
I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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Marlaines Tide Watchers CafeacuteLark Harbour NLMay-September Open Daily until 5 pm(709) 681-2140
Ocean View HotelToll Free 1 (800) 563 9887Phone (709) 458 27302967Email toddtheoceanviewca
Western Brook Fjiord Tour visitwwwbontourscatourwestern-brook-pond-boat-tour
Shallow Bay MotelTelephone (709) 243 - 2471 1-800-563-1946 (Reservations Only)
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The view from the restaurant
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 15
Continued on Next Page
Legal HotelFriday Night Steak Nights during riding season
Sunday Jams amp lots of entertainment
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(780) 961-2247
Home of the Erin Doyle Poker Run Aug 13th 2013
I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 16
Continued on Next Page
Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
TrialsCalgary Jan 10 ndash 12 2014 BMO Centre StaMpede park
Edmonton Jan 17 ndash 19 2014 edMOntOn expO Centre
VanCouVEr Jan 24 ndash 26 2014 tradex aBBOtSfOrd
Featuring ernie ldquoedubrdquo Vigil amp nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha
unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 17
wwwpsraca
CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
Good job everyone
For full results check out the News page
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
The RFBA Little Black Book
Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
httpmmagmitocomRFBABlackBook
O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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Riding through this gorgeous seaside village I came across the Jacob A Crocker Heritage House and decided to take a tour before I stopped for supper The young lady giving the tour explained that Jacob A Crocker Sr who came from Dorsetshire England one of the original settlers of the region built this Biscuit Box house also known as a Salt Box house The home was built in 1898 and is indicative of the traditional fishermans home
After the tour of the Crocker home I went to the Seaside Restaurant and got my first taste
of cod tongues and I want to thank Dave for having recommended I try them because I have a new favorite appetizermeal
Light crispy and absolutely delicious are cod tongues
The restaurant is another tourism must do spot Award winning with magnificent views of the ocean the staff is friendly and attentive and the prices were affordable - the
meal was plentiful There is tons of history here too
After my delicious meal I headed back through the Tableland Mountains on my way to Rocky Harbour The scenery is so stunning On one side of the road is this lush vegetation and on the other these odd colored mountains
Newfoundland is noted for its heavily forested areas and the stark contrast in the Tableland Mountains is caused by the ultramafic rock - peridotite - which makes up the Tablelands Thought to originate in the earths mantle and forced up from the depths during a plate collision several hundred million years ago the peridotite lacks the nutrients required to sustain most plant life hence its barren appearance The rock is very low in calcium and very high in magnesium it also has a toxic amount of heavy metals Peridotite is high in iron which accounts for its brownish colour
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My meal of Cod Tongues
The view from the restaurant
After marveling at the stark and haunting beauty of the Tablelands it was time for the scenic ride to Rocky Harbour
See the 1 minute 36 second video of the ridehttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=k4g2tWLWb_A
I stopped in Woody Point for fuel and the gentleman who runs the station came out to make sure that I knew he only had regular gas to offer I thanked him and expressed that I carry Amsoil Octane Boost with me and that regular gas was just fine I thought his consideration of a riders needs to be absolutely wonderful
I headed towards Rocky Harbour marvelling at the varied beauty of the landscape The wonderful rolling hills and sweeping curves accompanied the lush scenery and the glimpses of water
As I entered Rocky Harbour there was no question in my mind how this community got its name
Rocky Harbour is the largest community in Gros Morne National Park and is filled with opportunities to explore Newfoundlands culture and heritage
I was to stay at the Ocean View Hotel and take in the Anchors Aweigh show
I got settled into my room and went downstairs to get my ticket I was in for a treat and a half
The Anchors Aweigh band is comprised of
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highly talented musicians who will keep your toes tapping and have you laughing so hard that tears are rolling and your belly hurts They are a traditional Newfoundland band that gives you a true taste of the humour and culture that Newfoundland has to offer
I have never enjoyed a show so much and I encourage you to go see it if you are ever in the region
You can find out more about how to get tickets for the show by visiting httpwwwbontourscaanchors-aweigh
I woke up to a gorgeous morning in Rocky Harbour and after a very satisfying breakfast I jumped on the bike and headed to Lobster Head Cove which is just outside of Rocky Harbour The lighthouse can be seen from pretty much every vantage point in Rocky Harbour
The Lighthouse is an interpretive centre that offers the visitor much information on the region the fishing the way of lifeit was built in 1897 and remained as a working lighthouse until 1960 when it became automated
There are many impressive displays filled with regional information and I encourage you to take it in if you should ever find yourself in Rocky Harbour
My next destination was the Western Brook Fjord Boat Tour by Bon Tours
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Bay
The view of Rocky Harbour from the lighthouse
I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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The view from my room
The view from the restaurant
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
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THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
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Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
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Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
The RFBA Little Black Book
Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
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Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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After marveling at the stark and haunting beauty of the Tablelands it was time for the scenic ride to Rocky Harbour
See the 1 minute 36 second video of the ridehttpswwwyoutubecomwatchv=k4g2tWLWb_A
I stopped in Woody Point for fuel and the gentleman who runs the station came out to make sure that I knew he only had regular gas to offer I thanked him and expressed that I carry Amsoil Octane Boost with me and that regular gas was just fine I thought his consideration of a riders needs to be absolutely wonderful
I headed towards Rocky Harbour marvelling at the varied beauty of the landscape The wonderful rolling hills and sweeping curves accompanied the lush scenery and the glimpses of water
As I entered Rocky Harbour there was no question in my mind how this community got its name
Rocky Harbour is the largest community in Gros Morne National Park and is filled with opportunities to explore Newfoundlands culture and heritage
I was to stay at the Ocean View Hotel and take in the Anchors Aweigh show
I got settled into my room and went downstairs to get my ticket I was in for a treat and a half
The Anchors Aweigh band is comprised of
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Accommodations
highly talented musicians who will keep your toes tapping and have you laughing so hard that tears are rolling and your belly hurts They are a traditional Newfoundland band that gives you a true taste of the humour and culture that Newfoundland has to offer
I have never enjoyed a show so much and I encourage you to go see it if you are ever in the region
You can find out more about how to get tickets for the show by visiting httpwwwbontourscaanchors-aweigh
I woke up to a gorgeous morning in Rocky Harbour and after a very satisfying breakfast I jumped on the bike and headed to Lobster Head Cove which is just outside of Rocky Harbour The lighthouse can be seen from pretty much every vantage point in Rocky Harbour
The Lighthouse is an interpretive centre that offers the visitor much information on the region the fishing the way of lifeit was built in 1897 and remained as a working lighthouse until 1960 when it became automated
There are many impressive displays filled with regional information and I encourage you to take it in if you should ever find yourself in Rocky Harbour
My next destination was the Western Brook Fjord Boat Tour by Bon Tours
CongaThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 7
Continued on Next PageThe lighthouse is located on the northern side of Boone
Bay
The view of Rocky Harbour from the lighthouse
I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
To find out more about
Comfort Inn Corner Brook41 Maple Valley RdCorner Brook NL A2H 6T2Phone(709) 639-1980
Marlaines Tide Watchers CafeacuteLark Harbour NLMay-September Open Daily until 5 pm(709) 681-2140
Ocean View HotelToll Free 1 (800) 563 9887Phone (709) 458 27302967Email toddtheoceanviewca
Western Brook Fjiord Tour visitwwwbontourscatourwestern-brook-pond-boat-tour
Shallow Bay MotelTelephone (709) 243 - 2471 1-800-563-1946 (Reservations Only)
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The view from my room
The view from the restaurant
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Author WisdomIf the truth doesnrsquot save us what does that say about us ndash Lois McMaster Bujold
Childrenrsquos Book Author WisdomI know that you believe that you understood what you think I said but I am not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant ndash Robert McCloskey
Journalist WisdomIf fifty million people say a foolish thing it is still a foolish thing ndash Anatole France
Social Writer WisdomYou can discover what your enemy fears most by observing the means he uses to frighten you ndash Eric Hoffer
English Playwright WisdomSometimes people carry to such perfection the mask they have assumed that in due course they actually become the person they seem ndash W Somerset Maugham
Journalistic WisdomThe sad truth is that excellence makes people nervous ndash Shana Alexander
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Price $25000 CAD + GST
Features
This exhaust was taken off of a 2011 Street Glide It is in good condition but does show some minor wear and tear These CVO mufflers are very hard to find The baffles can be removed and replaced with high flow baffles for additional performance Retail on these mufflers is over $40000 each Heat shields are included Make me an offer (a reasonable one)
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Contact Kevin ndash (780) 462-3605
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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Table of Contents
2 mdash Conga amp BC Events3 mdash Conga4 mdash Conga amp BC Events5 mdash Conga6 mdash Conga7 mdash Conga8 mdash Conga amp BC Events9 mdash Conga amp BC Events10 mdash Conga amp BC Events11 mdash Conga amp BC Events12 mdash BC Events13 mdash WyzWmn amp AD of the Week14 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events15 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events16 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events17 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events18 mdash AB Events19 mdash AB Events20 mdash AB Events21 mdash AB Events22 mdash AB Events23 mdash AB Events24 mdash Pair-A-Dice Trikes25 mdash Attitude Zone26 mdash bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events27 mdash Wordsearch amp RAGE28 mdash Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits29 mdash Tip of the Week amp RFBA30 mdash From the Depths of File 1331 mdash From the Depths of File 13
Continued on Next Page
13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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Continued on Next Page
Legal HotelFriday Night Steak Nights during riding season
Sunday Jams amp lots of entertainment
9 Room Hotel with modern roomsKilroys PubCafeacute Free WIFI ATM VLTrsquos
(780) 961-2247
Home of the Erin Doyle Poker Run Aug 13th 2013
I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Continued on Next Page
Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
TrialsCalgary Jan 10 ndash 12 2014 BMO Centre StaMpede park
Edmonton Jan 17 ndash 19 2014 edMOntOn expO Centre
VanCouVEr Jan 24 ndash 26 2014 tradex aBBOtSfOrd
Featuring ernie ldquoedubrdquo Vigil amp nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha
unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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wwwpsraca
CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
Good job everyone
For full results check out the News page
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ldquoJust because you can doesnt mean you shouldrdquo
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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highly talented musicians who will keep your toes tapping and have you laughing so hard that tears are rolling and your belly hurts They are a traditional Newfoundland band that gives you a true taste of the humour and culture that Newfoundland has to offer
I have never enjoyed a show so much and I encourage you to go see it if you are ever in the region
You can find out more about how to get tickets for the show by visiting httpwwwbontourscaanchors-aweigh
I woke up to a gorgeous morning in Rocky Harbour and after a very satisfying breakfast I jumped on the bike and headed to Lobster Head Cove which is just outside of Rocky Harbour The lighthouse can be seen from pretty much every vantage point in Rocky Harbour
The Lighthouse is an interpretive centre that offers the visitor much information on the region the fishing the way of lifeit was built in 1897 and remained as a working lighthouse until 1960 when it became automated
There are many impressive displays filled with regional information and I encourage you to take it in if you should ever find yourself in Rocky Harbour
My next destination was the Western Brook Fjord Boat Tour by Bon Tours
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Bay
The view of Rocky Harbour from the lighthouse
I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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The view from my room
The view from the restaurant
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
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Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
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Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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How to Enter our Name the BEAVER Contest
As yoursquove probably heard Road Trip Rita has a new BEAVER riding buddy and he needs a name All registered members of Belt Drive Betty com are eligible to enter our contest Simply loginregister on the website and go to the link below
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
The RFBA Little Black Book
Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
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purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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I rode towards Western Brook feeling a little anxious how would I manage the 3 km walk to the boat
I got to the parking area and saw a fellow Albertans bike in the parking lot I parked beside the bike and flipped the skid lid that was hanging off the handle bars over so that it would not get filled with water from the impending rain storm About 1 Km in on the walk to the tour I ran across the rider who was heading back to his bike he was walking out after taking the tour and told him what I had done - I didnt want him thinking someone had tampered with his bike by this time it was raining gently
That would soon change to monsoon like rain
I walked along the path and marveled at the mud bog that seemed to stretch on foreverIn spite of the rain I stopped to read many of the interpretive displays along the way
The path offers benches in many places and I availed myself of them once or twice my
crippled up feet are not used to that much walking and in motorcycle boots it was even less pleasant
As I would soon find out the walk was MORE than worth it
The man in red on the left was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job of telling us all about this amazing little piece of heaven here on earth
The stunning landscapes in the Western Brook Pond as it is known is surrounded by steep rock walls 600 m (2000 ft) high that were carved by melting glaciers
After the glaciers melted the land rebounded and the fjord was cut off from the sea
The salt water was eventually flushed from the fjord and it is now fresh water The catchment area is composed of igneous rock with relatively thin soil so the waters feeding Western Brook Pond are very low in nutrients
and the lake is classified as ultra-oligotrophic which means that it has such low nutrient that very little algae grows in the water making the water very clear and because of its high oxygen content it is classed a drinking water The Western Brook Pond is fed by Stag Brook at the extreme eastern end of the lake and by numerous waterfalls cascading from the plateau above
One of these Pissing Mare Falls at 350 m
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Our tour guide
The boat that took everyone out to view the land locked fjord
(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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Western Brook Fjiord Tour visitwwwbontourscatourwestern-brook-pond-boat-tour
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The view from my room
The view from the restaurant
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to our paper) This great program means you always have some-one looking out for you while you are on the road
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Author WisdomIf the truth doesnrsquot save us what does that say about us ndash Lois McMaster Bujold
Childrenrsquos Book Author WisdomI know that you believe that you understood what you think I said but I am not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant ndash Robert McCloskey
Journalist WisdomIf fifty million people say a foolish thing it is still a foolish thing ndash Anatole France
Social Writer WisdomYou can discover what your enemy fears most by observing the means he uses to frighten you ndash Eric Hoffer
English Playwright WisdomSometimes people carry to such perfection the mask they have assumed that in due course they actually become the person they seem ndash W Somerset Maugham
Journalistic WisdomThe sad truth is that excellence makes people nervous ndash Shana Alexander
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Price $25000 CAD + GST
Features
This exhaust was taken off of a 2011 Street Glide It is in good condition but does show some minor wear and tear These CVO mufflers are very hard to find The baffles can be removed and replaced with high flow baffles for additional performance Retail on these mufflers is over $40000 each Heat shields are included Make me an offer (a reasonable one)
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Contact Kevin ndash (780) 462-3605
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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Table of Contents
2 mdash Conga amp BC Events3 mdash Conga4 mdash Conga amp BC Events5 mdash Conga6 mdash Conga7 mdash Conga8 mdash Conga amp BC Events9 mdash Conga amp BC Events10 mdash Conga amp BC Events11 mdash Conga amp BC Events12 mdash BC Events13 mdash WyzWmn amp AD of the Week14 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events15 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events16 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events17 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events18 mdash AB Events19 mdash AB Events20 mdash AB Events21 mdash AB Events22 mdash AB Events23 mdash AB Events24 mdash Pair-A-Dice Trikes25 mdash Attitude Zone26 mdash bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events27 mdash Wordsearch amp RAGE28 mdash Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits29 mdash Tip of the Week amp RFBA30 mdash From the Depths of File 1331 mdash From the Depths of File 13
Continued on Next Page
13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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Continued on Next Page
Legal HotelFriday Night Steak Nights during riding season
Sunday Jams amp lots of entertainment
9 Room Hotel with modern roomsKilroys PubCafeacute Free WIFI ATM VLTrsquos
(780) 961-2247
Home of the Erin Doyle Poker Run Aug 13th 2013
I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Continued on Next Page
Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
TrialsCalgary Jan 10 ndash 12 2014 BMO Centre StaMpede park
Edmonton Jan 17 ndash 19 2014 edMOntOn expO Centre
VanCouVEr Jan 24 ndash 26 2014 tradex aBBOtSfOrd
Featuring ernie ldquoedubrdquo Vigil amp nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha
unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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wwwpsraca
CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
Good job everyone
For full results check out the News page
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ldquoJust because you can doesnt mean you shouldrdquo
Sherrilyn Kenyon
THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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(1150 ft) is one of the highest in eastern North America
The tour came to an end and we all disembarked - based on the chatter I heard I think we all felt we has seen a bit of heaven here on earth The rain had stopped and the bugs were out in full force I was grateful I had thought to take my personal Off dispenser (a small clip on device with a fan and an Off disc in it) with me After the 3 KM hike back to the bike it was time to head to Cow Head
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After all passengers were loaded we were off
Incredible scenery
One of the most destructive landslides in the Fjord
The scenery here in western side of Newfoundland is absolutely awe inspiring
Impressive Waterfalls
The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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The view from my room
The view from the restaurant
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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2 mdash Conga amp BC Events3 mdash Conga4 mdash Conga amp BC Events5 mdash Conga6 mdash Conga7 mdash Conga8 mdash Conga amp BC Events9 mdash Conga amp BC Events10 mdash Conga amp BC Events11 mdash Conga amp BC Events12 mdash BC Events13 mdash WyzWmn amp AD of the Week14 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events15 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events16 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events17 mdash Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events18 mdash AB Events19 mdash AB Events20 mdash AB Events21 mdash AB Events22 mdash AB Events23 mdash AB Events24 mdash Pair-A-Dice Trikes25 mdash Attitude Zone26 mdash bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events27 mdash Wordsearch amp RAGE28 mdash Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits29 mdash Tip of the Week amp RFBA30 mdash From the Depths of File 1331 mdash From the Depths of File 13
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13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
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Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
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We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
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Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
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The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
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Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
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According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
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purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
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An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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The wind was gusting at about 50KM per hour but at least there was no rain
My next stop was to be the Shallow Bay Motel in Cow Head The front desk staff here were more than polite and efficient check in was a breeze and I was offered help to my room if I needed it
I was planning on taking in the dinner theatre that night but I made the mistake of taking a napbig mistake I never woke up until the show was half over My loss as I heard from
those who did attend that it was a blast
I had a wonderful supper of fish and chips which rivaled the ones that I had had with Renee Samms of the Wreck Riders only a few days before and then I headed out to the hot tub and sauna but not before asking how Cow Head got its name Apparently one of the rock formations in the harbour looks like a cows head from out on the ocean
After a relaxing soak I headed to bed where I slept really hard
In the morning I woke to clearing skies and packed up the bike
This full service motel offers ocean view rooms as well as drive up rooms for motorcycles and I chatted with a number of riders who were also staying here They were from St Johns and out for a tour of their gorgeous province
After getting the bike loaded up I headed in for a late breakfast
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My room
The restaurant-dining room
From the restaurant you can see the pool and the hot tub area
The staff in this motel are super friendly and the waitresses were all so sweet with their yes me darlinresponses to everything you asked for
As I would later learn Newfinese is a true language of its own and each region and a lot of the smaller communities have their own dialect
My next destination was the small community of La Scie and I couldnt wait to experience it
Until next weekBelt Drive Betty
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The view from my room
The view from the restaurant
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 15
Continued on Next Page
Legal HotelFriday Night Steak Nights during riding season
Sunday Jams amp lots of entertainment
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(780) 961-2247
Home of the Erin Doyle Poker Run Aug 13th 2013
I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 16
Continued on Next Page
Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
TrialsCalgary Jan 10 ndash 12 2014 BMO Centre StaMpede park
Edmonton Jan 17 ndash 19 2014 edMOntOn expO Centre
VanCouVEr Jan 24 ndash 26 2014 tradex aBBOtSfOrd
Featuring ernie ldquoedubrdquo Vigil amp nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha
unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 17
wwwpsraca
CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
Good job everyone
For full results check out the News page
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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How to Enter our Name the BEAVER Contest
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
The RFBA Little Black Book
Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
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ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
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Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
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We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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Airport
beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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CMA Results - 2013 season
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
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Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
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MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
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Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
The RFBA Little Black Book
Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
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Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
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- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
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Author WisdomIf the truth doesnrsquot save us what does that say about us ndash Lois McMaster Bujold
Childrenrsquos Book Author WisdomI know that you believe that you understood what you think I said but I am not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant ndash Robert McCloskey
Journalist WisdomIf fifty million people say a foolish thing it is still a foolish thing ndash Anatole France
Social Writer WisdomYou can discover what your enemy fears most by observing the means he uses to frighten you ndash Eric Hoffer
English Playwright WisdomSometimes people carry to such perfection the mask they have assumed that in due course they actually become the person they seem ndash W Somerset Maugham
Journalistic WisdomThe sad truth is that excellence makes people nervous ndash Shana Alexander
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Features
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WyzWmnrsquos Words to the Wise
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Continued on Next Page
Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
TrialsCalgary Jan 10 ndash 12 2014 BMO Centre StaMpede park
Edmonton Jan 17 ndash 19 2014 edMOntOn expO Centre
VanCouVEr Jan 24 ndash 26 2014 tradex aBBOtSfOrd
Featuring ernie ldquoedubrdquo Vigil amp nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha
unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 17
wwwpsraca
CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
Good job everyone
For full results check out the News page
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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FOR MORE INFORMATIONCall us at 1-780-906-6968Visit us online at wwwdreamhaulersinccom Or email us at dreamhaulersincgmailcom
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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How to Enter our Name the BEAVER Contest
As yoursquove probably heard Road Trip Rita has a new BEAVER riding buddy and he needs a name All registered members of Belt Drive Betty com are eligible to enter our contest Simply loginregister on the website and go to the link below
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
The RFBA Little Black Book
Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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When wersquore out there on the roads wind in our faces and bugs in our teeth often wersquore there for the solitude and privacy of it all
However there are those times when we prefer the company of others for our rides and there are just
about too many ways to find folks to ride with
Now for the purposes of this discussion Irsquom talking about the people who are traveling with you on their own motorcycles not that person sitting on the pillion seat although I may offer opinions on how to choose a rear seater when Irsquove been drinking I have never been drunk enough to put those opinions on paper- yoursquore on your own there my friend And I wish you nothing but success I will add
Seriously though finding people to ride with can be as challenging as finding a bike to ride was Not only do you want to ride with people who agree (in a general way) with your thoughts on the rules of the road you want companions who have a similar riding style (maybe ldquoa break once an hourrdquo or ldquoonly stop for gas and copsrdquo)
Itrsquos very likely that you might want to ride
with people who have a similar style of motorcycle (cruiser sportbike hardtail etchellip) but thatrsquos not always the best way to choose
There are more styles of riding and attitudes than there are motorcycles and if you end up on the road with the wrong bunch yoursquore not going to have a good time and thatrsquos pretty much like wasting a riding day and therersquos
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13
NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
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Featuring Jordan szoke
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
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MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
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Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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NO good reason to waste a day on the bike with frustration and anger if itrsquos avoidable
Now certainly sometimes wersquore going to find ourselves in a situation where itrsquos more about the reason yoursquore there to ride- charity events club outings parades rallies these can all be scenarios where you donrsquot get to pick your partners as carefully For these things I try to go with several riders that I do know and trust so we can form our own little island of common thinking
However a lot of the time if you just think about who is attending the ride yoursquore thinking about going on (and what kind of ride it is) yoursquoll be able to make wiser choices
Often the first thing we do when we get a new bike or move to a new area is look for those who ride the same kind of machine and thatrsquos often a good start
I sit on a sub-litre light touring bike and I normally (85 of the time) ride 2-up As a result I tend not to do a lot of speeding I enjoy the curves but donrsquot make a sport out of them and I (as much as is humanly possible) like to pretty much ride by the rules of the road and the laws of the area
I get annoyed by someone who repeatedly runs up on my tail or is constantly bouncing between WFO throttle and full brake when in a pack I donrsquot like those who canrsquot keep a straight line in a slow ride and insist that they know the basic hand signals for group riding
I might prefer to ride with different folks
on a day ride than I would on a longer tour because on day rides we usually have a destination that is paramount and I want to get there On longer tourist rides I like to see the sights along the way take some pictures and enjoy the view and the history along the way so obviously I like to go with folks who are similarly ldquotouristyrdquo in those situations
I look for people who are relaxed and regard riding as a way of relaxing further I donrsquot live by my odometer and I donrsquot care how many kilometers you put on today except as a function of how much closer wersquove maybe gotten to a shared goal or destination
To me itrsquos not actually about how fast I can mile out my machine and if you rode 15000 km last summer and canrsquot tell me a single thing about the areas you rode through you donrsquot ride for the same reasons I do
I donrsquot care if we only go 150 km as long as we have a great day doing it and share a lot of fun I like to ride with those who are confident but not cocky skilled to the point I can learn from them who set a decent pace but not a frantic pace and not a snailrsquos crawl
(unless itrsquos warranted by the road the scenery or bikinis) This means I donrsquot have a lot of riding buddies on sport bikes that are barely legal or who prefer to find out just how hot they can take every corner and thatrsquos not going to surprise anyone
So I ride with my Vulcan Riders Association buddies and the Motorcycle Ride for Dad group and Belt Drive Betty and friends when
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Motorcycles AtVrsquos And eVerything PowersPortyAMAhA riding AcAdeMy Fun amp free for the kids Includes certified instruction and a learn to ride session for ages 6 - 12
theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
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Featuring ernie ldquoedubrdquo Vigil amp nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha
unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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CMA Results - 2013 season
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
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Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
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Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
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O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
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Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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I can- although she can outlast me by a factor of 2 when it comes to covering ground in a day just trying to get somewhere so maybe sometimes Irsquom not on HER list
I personally avoid ldquomeetup groupsrdquo because they donrsquot tend to be filled with people I know and I prefer to know at least some in order to create that bubble of ldquolike minded folksrdquo I make on the spot decisions all the time- if I decide to jump in on a ride and arrive to find the parking lot full of adventure touring bikes that have a LOT of scratches on the plastics and riders that look like they might have just as many I might reconsider
Not only am I not going to have much fun in that style of riding Irsquom going to hold the group back from enjoying what they do because I probably canrsquot go the same places as they want to I should move along and learn to read ride descriptions better
So really you need to ask yourself just a few simple questions in order to determine if yoursquore finding the right people to ride with
Are these folks on the same kinds of machine as I am (at least some of them) or am I in the wrong place today IF they are NOT have I talked to some people to see what kind of ride Irsquom joining in on Maybe if theyrsquore running some kind of Tail of the Dragon practice session itrsquos not for me (OR if theyrsquore NOT doing that it might not be for you etc)
Am I prepared for the ride that is proposed Some people consider a ldquogood day riderdquo to be 700km thru the mountains with little stopping
and less civilization Do I have the machine fuel supplies and gear to go along Thinking yoursquore going for a 2 hour highway hop and ending up 3 hours from home on gravel without rain gear in a downpour can really mess up your weekend
Do I feel comfortable with the skill levels of those around me in comparison to my own This not only means that experienced riders might not enjoy cruising with a full group of newbies (although some donrsquot mind the teaching and thatrsquos cool too) but some newbies might not enjoy trying to keep up with or follow the rules of a group of seasoned hardcore back country cruisers
Do I know anyone or know OF anyone in this group Unless yoursquore brand new to riding you should have a group of riders that you are at least familiar with If yoursquore in among nothing but total strangers you might discover that they donrsquot live by the same code as you do and end up riding with a bunch of drunks or
something It shouldnrsquot be a deal killer but it should alert you to pay very close attention until you get a feel for whatrsquos going on
All in all yoursquore smart cookies and I think yoursquoll find that in every group there are some people who ride your style and once you hook up with them yoursquoll be fine
That being said therersquos one rule written in stone and highlighted in gold leaf RIDE YOUR OWN RIDE No matter who where or why yoursquore out there donrsquot try to push
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Continued on Next Page
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theMotorcycleshowsca
Featuring Jordan szoke
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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unreasonably past your own limits skills or endurance Even if you paid a ride fee or donation it doesnrsquot mean you have to ride with the group if yoursquore not happy with them and you ALWAYS have the right to say ldquono not for me thanksrdquo even if some around you might disagree
Never let peer pressure or group dynamics force you into a riding situation that yoursquore not sure of yoursquore the only one who decides how you ride If yoursquore already halfway in and suddenly everyone decides to start hot rodding or otherwise doing things yoursquore not happy with go your own way
Hell if yoursquore in a group that just doesnrsquot push hard enough for you go your own way Donrsquot bitch and moan that itrsquos too slow and nobodyrsquos there to ldquoride it like ya stole itrdquo- go have fun Itrsquos really the only good reason to be on that thing because yoursquore enjoying it
Be safe stay warmhellip and hopefully we talk to you soon As always if you have comments or suggestions hit me at lizardlipsoffgmailcom
R Jeff LeGrand
CalgarySouthern Alberta CorrespondentThe Busted Knuckle ChroniclesBy Riders For Riders About Riders
Executive CommitteeThe Calgary Motorcycle Ride for Dad
National Chapter CoordinatorVulcan Riders Association of Canada
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CMA Results - 2013 season
What a great year Tons of fun was had and hardware followed our club home Our club took the top spot in 5 of the 6 classes we participate in
Good job everyone
For full results check out the News page
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
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O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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THE MOTORCYCLE SHOW - CALGARY
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 10-12 2014
CALGARY AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary will take place at the BMO Centre Stampede Park January 10-12 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 10th through to 500 Sunday January 12th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Southern Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on
experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 10th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a Kawasaki 2014 EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Calgary Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been
taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on siteBe sure to make time to take in the Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Clubrsquos exhibit It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 18
Continued on Next Page
Jan 10 to 12 2014 BMO Centre Stampede Park
the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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the Motorcycle Show ndash Calgary boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and PolarisFor more information on show hours ticket prices features and a list of exhibitors please visit wwwcalgarymotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle ndash Calgaryrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcommotorcycleshowcalgary) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows
Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at httpwwwticketmastercaevent11004B4BE1653FB5
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held
annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca (403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 19
ldquoHe that can have patience can have what he willrdquo
Benjamin Franklin
THE MOTORCYCLE amp ATV SHOW - EDMONTON
2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
Continued on Next Page
Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors Council (COHV) PSS owns and produces seven premiere motorcycle and ATV shows held annually in Moncton Quebec City Montreal Toronto Calgary Edmonton and Vancouver
MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
Show PublicistJackie Jacksonjjregencyshawca(403) 238-3309 (office)(403) 614-6697 (mobile)
Power Sport Services Motorcycle amp Moped Industry Council amp Canadian Off-Highway Vehicle Distributors CouncilJo-Anne Farquhar Director of Communications jfarquharmmicca(416) 491-4449 (office)1-877-470-6642 (Toll-free)416-996-9207 (mobile)
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
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As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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TIP OF THE WEEK
How to Enter our Name the BEAVER Contest
As yoursquove probably heard Road Trip Rita has a new BEAVER riding buddy and he needs a name All registered members of Belt Drive Betty com are eligible to enter our contest Simply loginregister on the website and go to the link below
httpwwwbeltdrivebettycomcommunitycontestsname-the-beaver
Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
The RFBA Little Black Book
Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
httpmmagmitocomRFBABlackBook
O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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2014 New Model LaunchJanuary 17-19 2014
EDMONTON AB (October 30 2013) ndash The Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands January 17-19 2014 This premiere industry event showcases the new line-up of 2014 makes and models from all the major manufacturers including motorcycles scooters and ATVs The Show runs from noon on Friday January 17th through to 500 Sunday January 19th
This is the best opportunity for motorcycle enthusiasts to check out the new makes and models at one convenient location In addition to all the motorcycles scooters and ATVS there are numerous exhibitors featuring accessories touring destinations clubs and associations as well as the latest in riding gear and apparel
ldquoThe Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton is a highly anticipated event within the riding community in Central Alberta show goers will find all things related to two three and four
wheel riding To add to the excitement there will be entertainment information hands on experiences and action attractions that are sure to be of interest no matter what your skill level or age there truly is something for everyone at this yearrsquos Showrdquo says Laurie Paetz Western Show Manager
To help celebrate the increasing number of females interested and involved in riding the Show will play host to SHE RIDES NITE on Friday January 17th Ladies receive a discounted admission after 500 pm and will be treated to ldquofemale friendlyrdquo demonstrations features education information and amazing prizes throughout the evening The evening will cap off with one lucky lady walking away with a 2014 Kawasaki EX 300 valued at $540000 sponsored by Canadian Kawasaki and your local Edmonton Kawasaki dealers
If you plan on coming to the Show with young ones in tow the Yamaha Kids Riding Academy is a must stop Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 can sign up for a session
where they will receive instruction on off road riding followed up by the opportunity to take to the track and practice what they have been taught This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for kids to try out the sport in an indoor child friendly supervised environment
No Show would be complete without the heart pounding breathtaking high flying action of a MX Freestyle Show featuring some of Canadarsquos superstars To add to the excitement Ernie ldquoEDUBrdquo Vigil and Nick ldquoApexrdquo Brocha of Team Empire join the Show on the arena floor to wow audiences with stunts that are sure to drop some jaws in amazement and disbelief Show times will be posted on site
Be sure to make time to take in the Vintage Motorcycle exhibit put on by members of NORAL the Alberta Vintage Flat Track Association and the Vintage MX Group It showcases a large variety of makes and models of two wheel classics Many of these
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 20
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Jan 17 to19 2014 Edmonton Expo Centre Northlands
motorcycles are over 50 years old and have been collected and restored by their proud and passionate owners and are on display for all to enjoy
Produced by Power Sport Services (PSS) the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmonton boasts an impressive line-up of manufacturers including Honda Suzuki Yamaha Kawasaki BMW Triumph Harley Davidson Indian CAN-AM (BRP) KTM Piaggio Victory Arctic Cat and Polaris
For further information including show hours ticket prices features and list of exhibitors please visit wwwedmontonmotorcycleshowca or become part of the Motorcycle amp ATV Show ndash Edmontonrsquos online community by liking us on Facebook (httpwwwfacebookcompagesThe-Motorcycle-ATV-Show-Edmonton395475687170570) or following us on Twitter thebikeshows Advance tickets can be purchased on-line at wwwticketmasterca
ABOUT POWER SPORT SERVICESPower Sport Services (PSS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Motorcycle amp Moped
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MEDIA CONTACTSShow Manager Laurie PaetzCanadian National Sportsmenrsquos Showspaetzsportshowsca(403) 245-9008 (office) (403) 888-6583 (mobile)
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 21
ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
Good Luck
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
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The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
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ldquoBottom line is even if you see em coming youre not ready for the big moments No one asks for their life to change not really But it does
So what are we helpless Puppets No The big moments are gonna come You cant help that Its what you do afterwards that counts
Thats when you find out who you arerdquo
Joss Whedon
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
WHAT WE DOTransportation of your motorcycle from Fort McMurray Edmonton Calgary and surrounding areas to Las Vegas and back Please contact us if your area is not includedEnclosed air ride haulers for safe secure transportationSecure storage location in Las VegasGroup pricing packages for transport to all major bike events in Canada and the USAReliable and experienced drivers
FOR MORE INFORMATIONCall us at 1-780-906-6968Visit us online at wwwdreamhaulersinccom Or email us at dreamhaulersincgmailcom
AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
~~~~~~~~
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 22
2014 CalendarsLampL Studios
We created some calendars for 2014 They are motorcycle calendars and car calendars
The funds raised go to the Alberta Cancer Foundation for Patient Care Financial Assistance Program We are selling them now until the end of January People can phone in to order a calendar or pick up a calendar
Our number is 780-637-0131 Our address is 9630 182 Street If anyone want to put a motorcycle or car in the 2015 calendars we will be doing photo shoots at the beginning of May
Please contact Lowell Dibble for more information
If there are any ladies between the ages of
20 to 35 who want to pose with the bikes we are currently looking for models
Please contact Lisa Dibble for more information
We hope to raise $65000 if we can get them all sold Thank you for your help
If you know of other stores shops or events where we can sell calendars please contact us so that we can make arrangements to send calendars out
Please post our information on your next couple of issues (until January) Your help is appreciated and much needed Thank you for your assistance
Lisa DibbleLampL Studios780-637-0131
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AB EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 23
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
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As per recently received e-mail to activate free subscription to Busted Knuckle Chronicles (re VIP Package) I advise that due to computer problems of some sort I am unable to activate Would you please e-activate my renewal subscription I also received the subscription last year as part of the VIP package and found the newspaper to be vary entertaining and containing several articles of interest on a regular basis
Michael Barclay
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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beltdrivebettyblogspotcomPair-A-Dice TrikesThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 24
Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
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The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
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Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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Re your post A violation of rights in the name of protection
As a biker or bikie if I were to live in Australia I would be appalled by this type of police profiling I wear the patch of the Veterans Ladies on my back a support system for the Veterans UN NATO group
We are NOT a motorcycle group however many of the groups members just happen to ride
Since when did Australia become a police state Does the law not understand that the term 1 er means that out of EVERY biker only 1 are into criminal activity
Soon youll be seeing the law come into effect that theyll have to provide a criminal background check prior to receiving a motorcycle license
I shouldnt be giving them ideas
Once upon a time I wanted to immigrate to Australia I love the weather the dialect the scenery Now Im not so sure If this is how they treat the biking community I dont want any part of it
Discrimination Shame on youTanya MacBean
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Attitude ZoneThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 25
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
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Tip of the Week amp RFBAThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 29
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
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T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
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O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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The end of days the zombie apocalypse is upon us As I sit eating my lunch I cant help but be amazed at the hordes of people in the restaurant mindlessly tapping away at their Smartphones unable to hold even the most basic of conversations with
the person directly across from them Outside it is not much better People shuffle to and fro with their heads down throwing birds with anger management issues at hapless pigs
They are lost and bewildered They spend days camping on cold concrete just to buy the latest thing that they dont need
An opportunity missed when they could have spent that time enjoying any one of the thousands of parks and recreation areas across this great land Hell I would even be impressed if they would look up from their outdated phones to take the time to look at the beautify architecture that defined our cities our culture
Sadly the population it getting stupider Its taxing dealing with people day in and day out who dont understand the basic idea of business of providing a service for payment
They dont understand how something that they neglected and ignored for years has now
finally quite working I should guarantee that it would keep working forever The occasional difficult challenged customer is becoming an everyday occurrence They drag me down to their level making me dumber as I have to dumb it dumb more and more to the level that a couple idiots would understand and they ask me more absurd questions
It is days like this that I look forward to throwing my leg over my bike and heading out Nature beautiful nature Bikers understand that there is more to life then being connected all the time (sadly the rush to put more on bikes leaves that statement useless) We understand cause and effect that affects what we do We work in and out of traffic revel in the beauty that surrounds us
Beautiful countrysides beautiful woman We saviour drink no matter the price point We shuffle our feet to a song that moves us We know when someone is hurting when to lend a helping hand when to leave them alone to work it out themselves Why because us bikers are social We interact with the people and places around us We are alive Escape into the real world
-bad Uncle Monkey
bad Uncle Monkey amp SK EventsThe Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 26
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How to Enter our Name the BEAVER Contest
As yoursquove probably heard Road Trip Rita has a new BEAVER riding buddy and he needs a name All registered members of Belt Drive Betty com are eligible to enter our contest Simply loginregister on the website and go to the link below
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
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T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
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O u r E v e n t s C a l e n d a r s w w w c a n a d i a n m o t o r c y c l e e v e n t s c o m
E m a i l t o s u b m i t e v e n t s t o e v e n t s b e l t d r i v e b e t t y c o m
T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
O u r N e w s p a p e r rsquo s h o m e o n l i n e w w w b u s t e d k n u c k l e n e w s c o m
O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
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Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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Enter the name(s) of your choice in the comment box under the large picture of our new BEAVER Enter as many times as you wish Entries will be accepted from Dec 2 ndash Dec 16 On Dec 17 we will open up round 1 voting The top 10 winning names of round 1 will go on to round 2 The winning name from round 2 will be the name of our new BEAVER
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T h e C a n a d i a n R i d e r s S u p p o r t N e t w o r k w w w c a n a d i a n r i d e r s c a
B e l t D r i v e B e t t y rsquo s B l o g w w w b e l t d r i v e b e t t y b l o g s p o t c a
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O u r R i d e r F r i e n d l y P h o n e B o o k a n d r e s o u r c e s f o r t h e b u s i n e s s e s o f t h e R i d e r F r i e n d l y B u s i n e s s A s s o c i a t i o n w w w r i d e r f r i e n d l y c a
The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 30
Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
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- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
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- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
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- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
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- Faith amp Motorcycles
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The Motorcycle community - being fleeced by other riders
Is the biker community being fleeced by other riders
Read about these two groups and then decide for yourself
Bikers Against Drunk Drivers in the US has been under investigation regarding how it spends the money people donate
Cyril Huze did a piece on this rather dubious appearing group - How does BADD Spend your Money An On Going Investigation
There is no crime in being paid an industryregional standard amount to do a job for a non profit
Not many can devote 40 hours a week for free to a charity or non profit People need to eat
But when you read this article you will see that there are a number of things that have transpired that make the people investigating BADD have some very legitimate questions to ask
According to state records in 2012 BADD took in about $879000 but gave less than one percent mdash about $8700 mdash to victims Instead the organization spent about $200000 on rent nearly $32000 on bank charges about $28000 on a prize display nearly $7000 on supplies about $6600 on postage and shipping and approximately $13000 on advertising state records show The year before BADD reported revenue of nearly a million dollars but gave only about $9200 to victims while spending nearly half a million on professional fund raisers
While state filings do indicate that outreach is part of their mission so is helping victims which is where experts say BADD is falling short Perkins would not reveal how much money hersquos making from BADD On state returns he lists his address as a UPS mailbox in Ormond Beach Florida but it turns out he actually lives a little farther south Towering above the Miami Beach skyline in the shadow of South Beach is the Portofino Tower
Records show Perkins lives in this ldquoultra luxuryrdquo high rise with a woman named Wahida Benferhat who coincidentally is listed as the charityrsquos director Records show Benferhat bought the condo worth about $950000 in March According to the property appraiser there is no mortgage which suggests the nearly $1 million condo was paid for in cash
Records show Perkins also owns a 27-foot pleasure boat similar to one that according to the state is registered under the charityrsquos name Despite traveling to Miami to speak
with Perkins he declined WESH 2primes interview requestshellip I am not sure that the BADDrsquos Sponsors are aware of BADDrsquos official record regarding the very poor amount provided to those who are hurt by drunken drivers
Here in Canada we are not immune to those who appear to be rather
dubious either
Ray Sasseville and his crew are attempting a comeback event at the old Merritt Music Mountain Fest Site - dubbed as Sturgis Canada 2014 the New event is filled with American entertainers and Celebs from the American Motorcycle Community
Under the header of Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees on the home page they listJasmine Cain - Headliner actKimmy Cruz - HOST of the 1st Sturgis CanadaJack Schit - EMCEETheir security head is even from the US - Keith DeNinno
They are apparently counting on people who want to meet the Stars of the real Sturgis OR perhaps they have had to go that far a field to find people willing to work with them
To my way of thinking I believe they are hoping that the American Biker Celebs will give the event some credibility In fact they appear to use the name Sturgis SD as often as they can in their write ups about their American Celebs
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Continued on Next Page
From the Depths
of File 13 AKA
My Two Bits Worth
Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 32Support Our Troops
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32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
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Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
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- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
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- Thoughts to Ponder
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Kimmy Cruz is coming back for a third time this time as the HOST - a message I am sure the promoters want people to absorb
From the Sturgis South Dakota Friends and Attendees information on the home page
I have been fortunate to be part of the first two festivals and feel honored to be asked to host the historic first ever Sturgis Canada See you all there
I guess a paid endorsement like that is supposed to make the facts look less unfavourable
The organizers appear to KNOW they have a credibility issue I am sure of it because if you look on their web site - they even have a link called PROOFand on that page they offer up a page 2 where they have Babes amp Bikes but guess what - at least 5 of those pictures are from the Internet and not their event
They are using a blend of photos from the Hay days of the Merritt Music Mountain Fest and from the failed Sturgis 2011 and 2012 events to prove they are legit and attempt to give themselves the appearance of people who know how to do a good job
Under the Charity link - they are using old 2011 and 2012 letters from ministers of the government to lend credibility to who they are (If the secretary who typed this was mine Id fire her)
When the entertainers who are paid to
perform and the celebrities who are paid to endorse this event go home I wonder will the 2014 event leave as much financial destruction as it has in the past
I wonder if people will leave feeling like their pockets were raped and hoovered clean
Yes Canada needs a great national motorcycle event It would be a wonderful thing - however in my personal humble opinion anything run by Ray Sasseville and his team is suspect based on their track record
The fact that they feel the need to associate themselves with the most prolific and prestigious of all biker events in Sturgis SD by hiring so many of the people who are connected to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in SD makes me ask the questionis there not an original bone in their collective bodies
For those of you who dont know and those who need a reminder - here is a link to a blog post I did on who the man behind this event is Sturgis North 2013 Will you support it
In the above linked article I chronicle the information about this man and his financial dealings from public records pulling it all together in one spot so you can educate yourself
For those in my circle who have attended Sturgis North in the past I urge you to share the information here with anyone you find out might be supporting or attending this event - help them make an informed choice about
who they are dealing with
If you choose to support this event remember their track record and if things dont turn out well - at least you wont be able to say that you werent warned
Until next weekI am your Editor Belt Drive Betty
From the Depths of File 13The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 31
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Table of Contents
32 mdash Support Our Troops33 mdash SOT - Tribute Poem34 mdash Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events35 mdash ON Events36 mdash ON Events37 mdash Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events38 mdash Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events39 mdash Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events40 mdash International amp ON Events41 mdash Product Review42 mdash Product Review43 mdash Product Review44 mdash New Product45 mdash Thoughts to Ponder46 mdash QC Events47 mdash QC amp NB amp NS Events48 mdash Faith amp Motorcycles
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
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- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
The WILD Atlantic Way is calling
Come discover 2500KM of wild rugged beauty filled with twists and turns that are made for motorcycling
Visit our Booth at the Motorcycles shows inCalgary Jan 10 - 12
Edmonton Jan 17-19Vancouver Jan 24-26
Toronto Feb 21-23
Celtic Rider Motorcycle Rental amp Tours is a 100 Irish owned
company and a national multi-award winning Tour company
officially approved by Tourism Ireland
We are riders too
wwwcelticridercom
Visit the Support Our Troops Section on wwwbeltdrivebettycom by CLICKING HERE
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 33SOT - Tribute Poem
Author unknown
The embers glowed softly and in their dim light I gazed round the room and I cherished the sight My wife was asleep her head on my chest My daughter beside me angelic in rest
Outside the snow fell a blanket of white Transforming the yard to a winter delight The sparkling lights in the tree I believe Completed the magic that was Christmas Eve
My eyelids were heavy my breathing was deep Secure and surrounded by love I would sleep In perfect contentment or so it would seem So slumbered I perhaps I started to dream
The sound wasnrsquot loud and it wasnrsquot too near But I opened my eyes when it tickled my ear Perhaps just a cough I didnrsquot quite know Then the sure sound of footsteps outside in the snow
My soul gave a tremble I struggled to hear And I crept to the door just to see who was near Standing out in the cold and the dark of the night A lone figure stood his face weary and tight
A soldier I puzzled some twenty years old Perhaps a Trooper huddled here in the cold Alone in the dark he looked up and smiled Standing watch over me and my wife and my child
ldquoWhat are you doingrdquo I asked without fear ldquoCome in this moment itrsquos freezing out here Put down your pack brush the snow from your sleeve You should be at home on a cold Christmas Everdquo
For barely a moment I saw his eyes shift Away from the cold and the snow blown in drifts To the window that danced with a warm firersquos light He sighed and he said ldquoIts really all right Irsquom out here by choice Irsquom here every nightrdquo
ldquoItrsquos my duty to stand at the front of the line That separates you from the darkest of times No one had to ask or beg or implore me Irsquom proud to stand here like my fathers before me
My Gramps died in Europe on a day in Decemberrdquo Then he sighed ldquoThatrsquos a Christmas lsquoGram always remembersrdquo Irsquove not seen my own son in more than a while But my wife sends me pictures hersquos sure got her smile
Then he bent and he carefully pulled from his bag The red and the white A Canadian flag I can live through the cold and the being alone Away from my family my house and my home
I can stand at my post through the rain and the sleet
I can sleep in a foxhole with little to eat I can carry the weight of killing another Or lay down my life with my sister and brother
Who stand at the front against any and all To ensure for all time that this flag will not fallrdquo ldquoSo go back insiderdquo he said ldquoharbour no fright Your family is waiting and Irsquoll be all rightrdquo
ldquoBut isnrsquot there something I can do at the least ldquoGive you moneyrdquo I asked ldquoor prepare you a feast It seems all too little for all that yoursquove done For being away from your wife and your sonrdquo
Then his eye welled a tear that held no regret ldquoJust tell us you love us and never forget To fight for our rights back at home while wersquore gone To stand your own watch no matter how long
For when we come home either standing or dead To know you remember we fought and we bled Is payment enough and with that we will trust That we mattered to you as you mattered to usrdquo
Submitted by Dave Clayton
wwwveteransgcca
So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
The WILD Atlantic Way is calling
Come discover 2500KM of wild rugged beauty filled with twists and turns that are made for motorcycling
Visit our Booth at the Motorcycles shows inCalgary Jan 10 - 12
Edmonton Jan 17-19Vancouver Jan 24-26
Toronto Feb 21-23
Celtic Rider Motorcycle Rental amp Tours is a 100 Irish owned
company and a national multi-award winning Tour company
officially approved by Tourism Ireland
We are riders too
wwwcelticridercom
Visit the Support Our Troops Section on wwwbeltdrivebettycom by CLICKING HERE
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
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So when did you know When did you first decide Im going to ride
Was it like a bolt from the blue Was it always a thought in the back of your mind
Was it something that was just taken for granted
Was it Your thought or someone elsesWere you 2 12 or 21 Or older still
When did you first hear the sound of a Harley amp KNOW what it was Or Honda or any bike for that matter
Before you thought about riding did the passing-by of a motorcycle elicit as much excitement as a sink full of dishes
When someone you knew got a bike did you hear the sound wonder for a sec if that was them but since you couldnt really tell what Direction it was comingor going soon dismiss it
If someone you cared about got a bike was your attention held just that wee bit longer Did you at least try to discern the difference between whatever they were on amp something else
And was it that sound that captured your
heart amp decided which bike was for you
And the more involved you got were you able to recognize in a moment the different bikes amp disregard the ones passing if it werent your kind of bike
And were you then able to judge where the rider was in the distance just by the soundbased on your knowledge of riding
And now that you ride do you still get that teeny thrill when you hear the rumble And I know you look
So when did you Know Did you have to convince anyone Do you still Can others tell you ride in the off-season because they too know that look And if they asked could you tell them how long it is til the Season begins again
Is it still a part of you when you Dont ride or is it like an onoff switch for you Are you jaded amp no longer feel the thrill or joy Or do you still grin like a Cheshire cat in the privacy of your driveway before you join others
And Because you know does it help Others to know too
And if you know when to start will you know when to Stop
Thats a whole new kind of knowing though isnt it
later )Kate B
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 34Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
The WILD Atlantic Way is calling
Come discover 2500KM of wild rugged beauty filled with twists and turns that are made for motorcycling
Visit our Booth at the Motorcycles shows inCalgary Jan 10 - 12
Edmonton Jan 17-19Vancouver Jan 24-26
Toronto Feb 21-23
Celtic Rider Motorcycle Rental amp Tours is a 100 Irish owned
company and a national multi-award winning Tour company
officially approved by Tourism Ireland
We are riders too
wwwcelticridercom
Visit the Support Our Troops Section on wwwbeltdrivebettycom by CLICKING HERE
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
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- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
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-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 35ON Events
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
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- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
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- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
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- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
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- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
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- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
Visit the Support Our Troops Section on wwwbeltdrivebettycom by CLICKING HERE
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 36ON Events
The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
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- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
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- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
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- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
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- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
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The Best Offense is a Good Defense
Its been said that the best offense is a good defense Well when riding a motorcycle a good defense is exactly what you need if you want to live to be a ripe old biker
Heres scenario 1 Youre cruising down the left land of the highway the vehicle in front of you signals a left hand turn Of course you are looking way ahead as you should be and you can see the left turn lane approaching The vehicle starts to move into the left turn lane and now the question is where should you be I would say if youre like me and you like to ride in the left portion of your lane you should now move as far right in your lane as you can The reason I say this is because so many times Ive seen the driver decide at the last second to change his mind and suddenly pull back into the left lane
You can almost bet he neither knows you are there or cares If you move to the right part of your lane start covering your brakes and get prepared for him to move back into the left hand lane you will at least have half a chance of being able to squeeze by him and the car to your right Always plan for the worse and be prepared for it
Heres scenario 2 You are on a 3 lane highway heading north theres an island which separates the roadway from the southbound 3 lanes and there is a break in the island which allows cars to cross from one side to the other You see an SUV in the island waiting to make a left hand turn What you cant see is the vehicle to the north of the SUV which is trying to pull into your side of the roadway If you cant see that vehicle you can bet he cant see you About 50 of the time especially if it is a busy roadway you can bet that vehicle you cant see is going to pull right out in front of you You should always be prepared for a situation like this Remember he might end up with a dented fender but you would be lucky to survive such a situation
What should you do Well its just common sense Slow down as you approach the break in the road cover your brakes check your right side rear view mirror and prepare to either brake or swerve Remember you cant do both at the same time Plan ahead in your mind what you are going to do The same thing applies if a vehicle to your right is attempting to pull onto the highway in your path from a side road If you always plan for the worse youll be ready when it happens because after all youve got a plan
Remember when you are riding a motorcycle you need to be defensive It could mean your life
Copyright 2009 Jerry ldquoMotormanrdquo Palladinowwwridelikeaprocom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 37Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
Please tell ldquoMotormanrdquo Belt Drive Betty sent you to receive
your $500 discount
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
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- Conga
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- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
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- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
Folks yesterday Wounded Warriors Canada launched a very exciting innovative event
The WWC Battlefield Bike Ride 2014 will raise funds for PTSD service animal programs The ride will last 5 - 15 June Juno Beach - Vimy
Commencing on the 70th anniversary of the D Day landings This ride will be a bucket list experience not only will we cycle in our forefathers footsteps we will take in all that rural France has to offer
Frankly I am getting tired of hearing that Vets are paying upwards to $25k for a service dog To my mind some of the folks that supply dogs are war profiteers We do not charge a thin dime to any Vet in need of this great tool to fight the demons of PTSD
The need is great as we all know Now before we digress into VAC should pay for them You
are right That said we need to prove it works this will take time
In the interim we need to help those that need this type of help I would ask that you go to our web site wwwwoundedwarriorsca for details etc
Please consider joining us in an incredible journey You will find the ask is modest and quite doable no matter if you fundraise or pay it all yourself or a combination of both Raised fund are tax deductible
Finally please forward to all your FB friends We are looking for 200 riders to ride for the 158 fallen Honour the fallen help the living
Wayne Johnston FounderWounded Warriors Canada
wwwbeltdrivebettycom
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 38Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
Attempting to Set A New Password Website Sorry that password has expired - you must register a new oneUser Can I use the old one and just re-register it
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
Here is Something New For 2014
Honda is on a roll with the recent release of its 2014 CTX 1300
A cross between a cruiser and a sport touring motorcycle the CTX is engineered to appeal to motorcyclists who want more real-world performance than what the cruiser segment offers
Powering the CTX is a fuel-injected and water-cooled 1261cc V-Four engine pulled from the classic ST1300 sport tourer
ldquoNothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasmrdquo
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 39Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
NW Ontario MotorcyclingRobertrsquos Aimless Ramblings
December 2013 Newspaper
Raffle tickets to win the Canadian Tribute Military Bobber motorcycle are for sale now and available to buy on line (paypal) at rememberingstevemesiccom
2nd prize is a custom mini chopper and 3rd prize is a case of Amsoil 20w50 motorcycle oil
All proceeds are going to help relieve Mental Illness a very worthy charity in Memory of Steve Mesic
$20 per ticket and only 7000 printed Draw is Apr 514
I hope u can help us get the word out
CheersNorm519-861-0571
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
Attempting to Set A New Password Website Sorry that password has expired - you must register a new oneUser Can I use the old one and just re-register it
Website No you must get a new oneUser OK roses
Website Sorry you must use more lettersUser OK pretty roses
Website No good you must use at least one numberUser OK 1 pretty rose
Website Sorry you cannot use blank spacesUser OK 1prettyrose
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User OK 1frigginprettyrose
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Website Sorry you cannot use that password as it is already being used
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 40International amp ON Events
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
Attempting to Set A New Password Website Sorry that password has expired - you must register a new oneUser Can I use the old one and just re-register it
Website No you must get a new oneUser OK roses
Website Sorry you must use more lettersUser OK pretty roses
Website No good you must use at least one numberUser OK 1 pretty rose
Website Sorry you cannot use blank spacesUser OK 1prettyrose
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User OK 1frigginprettyrose
Website Sorry you must use at least one capital letterUser OK 1FRIGGINprettyrose
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Website Sorry you cannot use that password as it is already being used
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
According to madehowcom Gasoline is primarily a mixture of two volatile liquids heptane and isooctane Pure heptane a lighter fuel burns so quickly that it produces a great amount of knocking in an engine Pure isooctane evaporates slowly and produces virtually no knocking The ratio of heptane to isooctane is measured by the octane rating The greater the percentage of isooctane the less knocking is produced and the higher the octane rating For example an octane rating of 87 is comparable to a mixture of 87 isooctane and 13 heptane
Octane then is basically a measure of how much compression a fuel can withstand before it spontaneously ignites When gas ignites by compression instead of from the spark of the spark plug it causes engine knock
91 octane fuel is less volatile and burns more efficiently than 87 octane fuel (87 89 and 91 are the three most common octane levels available)
Gasoline has a shelf life of approximately 30-60 days after that period of time it begins to break down and becomes gummy (resin) and produces a varnish that coats everything that the fuel touched
Because I live in the north during the course of my riding season I come across a lot of places that only have regular (87 octane) fuel I also find myself at a lot of pumps that offer three levels of octane from one hose
According to an article in the Globe and
Mail The hose and dispensing nozzle are always full of fuelrdquo Shell says adding that the residual volume in the hose from the last use depends on the diameter and length of the hose but is commonly about half a litre
The only time such a small quantity would be of concern would be when filling a very small tank such as a motorcycle
Shell says that as long as the premium
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 41Product Review
Continued on next Page
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
Attempting to Set A New Password Website Sorry that password has expired - you must register a new oneUser Can I use the old one and just re-register it
Website No you must get a new oneUser OK roses
Website Sorry you must use more lettersUser OK pretty roses
Website No good you must use at least one numberUser OK 1 pretty rose
Website Sorry you cannot use blank spacesUser OK 1prettyrose
Website Sorry you must use additional letters
User OK 1frigginprettyrose
Website Sorry you must use at least one capital letterUser OK 1FRIGGINprettyrose
Website Sorry you cannot use more than one capital letter in a rowUser OK 1Frigginprettyrose
Website Sorry you cannot use that password as you must use additional lettersUser OK 1Frigginprettyroseshovedupyourassifyoudonrsquotgivemeaccessrightfrigginow
Website Sorry you cannot use that password as it is already being used
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
purchase is more than 10 litres the total sale will be ldquoon-spec for octane and meet the 91 AKI standardrdquo It added that Weights and Measures Canada which monitors and inspects pumps and controls the related regulations approved the use of ldquosingle hose blender pumpsrdquo many years ago
I have been asked by other riders at these one hose three grade pumps why I will use regular gas with Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost instead of filling up with high test They are curious as to performance differences and the expense
Well part of the reason I use octane boost is sited in the above snippet from the Globe and Mail article
If you are on a motorcycle you are literally being hosed at those pumps that offer three grades of gasoline from one hose About a half litre or more (depending on the diameter and length of the hose) of whatever gas was purchased before stays in that hose Its only by pennies but those pennies add up and YOU ARENT really getting what you paid forInstead of getting 91 Octane your fuel might now be at 90 or less Not only that as prices get higher fewer and fewer people use the high octane fuels which means that you can get bad or degraded high test fuel
I always carry Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost with me because there are many places where I live and ride here in Northern Alberta and even farther north that do not carry anything but 87 octane - regular gas Because
gas evaporates and degrades over 30-60 days it is not practical for most gas stations in the North to carry a fuel that is seldom used
Is using Octane Boost going to improve circumstances for your pocketbook or hurt it Lets do some math
If I purchase 12 litres of regular gas at $1169 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1404
If I purchase 12 litres of premium at $1309 (264 gallons) I am going to pay $1571(There are 4546 litres to a gallon)
The difference in price is $167 based on todays fuel prices in (Whitecourt AB from GasBuddy)
A bottle of Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost is going to run you about $500
I am going to use 12 a bottle in the scenario above at a cost of $250
They recommend 13 ounces of Octane Boost per gallon and say that one 4 ounce bottle will treat 4-6 gallons of gas (The tank on my bike is rated as a 5 gallon tank - 2273 litres)
Am I saving any money using Motorcycle Octane Boost No I am not
The reasons I use Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost
Less wear and tear on my engine and fuel system I am getting a more consistent octane level which means better low rpm
performance and better start up
It means less engine knockpinging that can cause all kinds of internal damage and I am keeping my fuel system cleaner because of the detergents that are in the product
The other benefit is a less degraded fuel if I happen not to ride for a week or two
You have to be careful with any Octane Boost because if you spill it and dont wipe it up immediately you will end up with stained paint
For me as a rider in the North carrying Amsoils Motorcycle Octane Boost just makes sense and if you plan on riding in the North I recommend you pack a few bottles in your saddlebags
I also began using Amsoils 20W50 Synthetic
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 42Product Review
Continued on next Page
Facing noise bylaws that single out motorcycles
Contact MODEL for assistance no matter what province in
Canada you live in wwwmodeledmontoncom
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
Attempting to Set A New Password Website Sorry that password has expired - you must register a new oneUser Can I use the old one and just re-register it
Website No you must get a new oneUser OK roses
Website Sorry you must use more lettersUser OK pretty roses
Website No good you must use at least one numberUser OK 1 pretty rose
Website Sorry you cannot use blank spacesUser OK 1prettyrose
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
Oil for my bike Ill discuss that transition and my findings in a future write up
Suffice it to say that I am still using Amsoil products
A lot of repair shops carry Amsoil Motorcycle Octane Boost our you can get it from the great people at KAT Enterprises out of Red Deer - they are members of our Rider Friendly Business Association
And if you do any amount of long distance riding KAT Enterprises offers a really great ship ahead service
They can arrange to have your oils filters etc sent ahead to your dealer or repair shop of choice
I used their ship ahead service during my 2013 Bikers United in Remembrance Conga - I let Kelly know which repair shop to ship my oils filters and octane boost to and I had the piece of mind knowing that my bike would have consistency in its services and the products that were used
It was a fantastic experience
They can do the same for you
ContactKelly Soule (403) 350-6274
Or Arlene Peterson at (403) 318-7595
Have a great dayBelt Drive Betty Editor amp Rider
ldquoI trust that everything happens for a reason even if we are not wise enough to see itrdquoOprah Winfrey
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 43Product Review
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
Attempting to Set A New Password Website Sorry that password has expired - you must register a new oneUser Can I use the old one and just re-register it
Website No you must get a new oneUser OK roses
Website Sorry you must use more lettersUser OK pretty roses
Website No good you must use at least one numberUser OK 1 pretty rose
Website Sorry you cannot use blank spacesUser OK 1prettyrose
Website Sorry you must use additional letters
User OK 1frigginprettyrose
Website Sorry you must use at least one capital letterUser OK 1FRIGGINprettyrose
Website Sorry you cannot use more than one capital letter in a rowUser OK 1Frigginprettyrose
Website Sorry you cannot use that password as you must use additional lettersUser OK 1Frigginprettyroseshovedupyourassifyoudonrsquotgivemeaccessrightfrigginow
Website Sorry you cannot use that password as it is already being used
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
Corbin Introduces Dual Saddle for 2013 Honda CTX 700 and 700N
Hollister CA - Comfort and style together in one package is what made the Corbin name famous worldwide Delivering a quality product constructed of the finest materials available has made Corbin the number one manufacturer of motorcycle saddles for over four decades The Dual saddle for Hondas CTX 700 and 700N models is a perfect example of this combination of form and function
Designed to maximize comfort and usability while providing a custom look and longer riding range Corbin saddles are shaped to provide contoured support that lasts all day This seat provides platforms that offer an increased area of body contact to give excellent weight dispersion and eliminate hot spots Neutralized to curb the tendency to slide in the saddle which will greatly reduce fatigue The shaping of
the Corbin saddle relieves centralized pressure and supports from the sides instead Corbin builds all their saddles with their exclusive Comfort Cell foam for a firm supportive ride that lasts Comfort Cell will support you for years and will provide a personalized fit after break in
Another benefit of neutralized seating is that it creates a nice back support area for the rider Notice how the step in the saddle gives both platforms a level posture and also creates six inches of lower back support for the rider Even with the improved shaping the Corbin Dual saddle still provides a clean flowing line on the bike
Accepts an optional removable backrest in the rider seating area to add more comfort and support Corbinrsquos backrest models install with
a single screw and adjust easily to your riding posture We have several models of backrest available to suit your taste and the amount of support needed Due to the slim profile of the rear saddle we were unable to integrate hardware to support a passenger backrest However the Corbin saddle works beautifully with the Honda accessory sissy bar as shown
Covered using genuine leather for a perch that breathes with your body Corbinrsquos quality leather will break in along with your foam for a luxurious personalized ride Just make sure you care for your saddle with a quality conditioner like Corbins Saddle Cream Choose from a wide range of colors and textures at no added cost
Saddle installs like stock using the Honda key lock at the rear and a tongue in the front Due to Corbinrsquos rigid basepan the center hooks are not required for installation of the Corbin seat MSRP Dual Saddle for Honda CTX 700CTX 700N-$3970002-SB Ovalbac Leather Backrest (ea)-$25900
For those interested in obtaining more information on Corbin you can reach them at 800-538-7035 or online at wwwcorbincom
Visit Corbin Headquarters at 2360 Technology Parkway Hollister CA 95023 or Corbin Florida at 1433 US Highway 1 Ormond Beach FL 32174
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 44New Product
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
Attempting to Set A New Password Website Sorry that password has expired - you must register a new oneUser Can I use the old one and just re-register it
Website No you must get a new oneUser OK roses
Website Sorry you must use more lettersUser OK pretty roses
Website No good you must use at least one numberUser OK 1 pretty rose
Website Sorry you cannot use blank spacesUser OK 1prettyrose
Website Sorry you must use additional letters
User OK 1frigginprettyrose
Website Sorry you must use at least one capital letterUser OK 1FRIGGINprettyrose
Website Sorry you cannot use more than one capital letter in a rowUser OK 1Frigginprettyrose
Website Sorry you cannot use that password as you must use additional lettersUser OK 1Frigginprettyroseshovedupyourassifyoudonrsquotgivemeaccessrightfrigginow
Website Sorry you cannot use that password as it is already being used
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
An old country preacher had a teenage son and it was getting time the boy should give some thought to choosing a profession
Like many young men the boy didnt really know what he wanted to do and he didnt seem too concerned about it
One day while the boy was away to school his father decided to try an experiment He went into the boys room and placed on his study table four objects
A BibleA Silver DollarA bottle of Jack DanielsAnd a Playboy magazine
Ill just hide behind the door the old preacher said to himself and when he comes home from school this afternoon Ill see which object he picks up
If its the Bible hes going to be a preacher like me and what a blessing that would be
If he picks up the dollar hes going to be a business man and that would be okay tooBut if he picks up the bottle hes going to be a no-good drunkard and Lord what a shame that would be
And worst of all if he picks up that magazine hes going to be a skirt-chasing bum
The old man waited anxiously and soon heard his sons footsteps as he entered the house whistling and headed for his room
The boy tossed his books on the bed and as he turned to leave the room he spotted the objects on the table With curiosity in his eye he walked over to inspect them
Finally he picked up the Bible and placed it under his arm He picked up the Silver Dollar and dropped into his pocket He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink while he admired this months centerfold
Lord have mercy the old preacher disgustedly whispered Hersquos going to be the next mayor of Toronto
~~~~~~~~
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The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 45Thoughts to Ponder
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 46QC Events
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 47QC amp NB amp NS Events
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-
Bikerrsquos Christmas WishesDonrsquot know about you but my family and close friends never have a problem buying a gift for me thatthey know Irsquoll be happy with I mean how hard is it to drive or ride down to the Harley store
Honestly do we ever really have everything we want for our bike This past summer as I rode with a lot of people Irsquod only recently met I found this to be a consistent topic of conversation a common refrain was ldquoI need to get this upgraderdquo or ldquoI need to change this or thatrdquo on my bike
Hey new paint or fenders maybe bigger tires an engine upgrade or handlebars or how about side bags or a personal favorite of mine louder pipes
Then there are the always popular lsquogiftrsquo ideas like sunglasses mugs rings T-shirts hoodies and desk or wall ornaments I stop short at calling some of this lsquoartrsquo So you get the message here bikers are easy folks to buy Christmas gifts for
I know of people who collect shot glasses calendars T-shirts pins patches and a wide range of other items so when Irsquom at a biker event or show I always find it intriguing to
see just what it is people are selling buying and itrsquos at these shows that I find myself buying Christmas and birthday gifts for my biker friends
Speaking from experience when figuring out the costs of any upgrade to my bike I always managed to under-estimate what the end result was going to be ndash in some cases by hundreds of dollars
I recall the salesman at a Harley dealership once telling me that so long as my significant other received an equal amount of ldquoblingrdquo that would help take away the sting and keep the waters calm wise words from a man of experience Irsquod say
In life I have figured out that anything worth having does have a cost and sometimes the price we pay for something like respect integrity a reputation a relationship can be significant
This canrsquot be measured in dollars but rather in sacrifices made opposition sometimes suffering and the hard work associated with building a good character and a clear conscience And often times taking as stand to do the ldquoright thingrdquo is not popular nor without consequences yet in our ldquoOwnerrsquos Manual for Liferdquo (the Bible) we read in Proverbs chapter two verses 7 amp 8 ldquo He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest He is a shield to those who walk with integrity He guards the paths of the just and protects those who are faithful to himrdquo
This Christmas season share gifts from the heart in both word and action love and kindness are in short supply in our world and genuinely given from the heart they can change lives and bless the giver in many ways
Happy shoppingRide Safe Ride TruePastor Chuck
ldquoExcellence is never an accident It is always the result of
high intention sincere effort and intelligent execution
it represents the wise choice of many alternatives - choice not chance
determines your destinyrdquo
Aristotle
The Busted Knuckle Chronicles December 12 2013 Page 48Faith amp Motorcycles
- Conga amp BC Events
-
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- Conga amp BC Events
- BC Events
- WyzWmn amp AD of the Week
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- Thunder Lizard Lips Off amp AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- AB Events
- Pair-A-Dice Trikes
- Attitude Zone
- bad Uncle Monkey amp SK Events
- Wordsearch amp RAGE
- Road Trip Rewards - Member Benefits
- Tip of the Week amp RFBA
- From the Depths of File 13
- From the Depths of File 13
-
- Support Our Troops
- SOT - Tribute Poem
- Motorcycle Musings amp ON Events
- ON Events
- ON Events
- Ride Like a Pro amp ON Events
- Wounded Warriors Canada amp ON Events
- Robertrsquos Aimless Ramblings amp ON Events
- International amp ON Events
- Product Review
- Product Review
- Product Review
- New Product
- Thoughts to Ponder
- QC Events
- QC amp NB amp NS Events
- Faith amp Motorcycles
-