Around the Industry
AROUND THE INDUSTRY
THREE NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MODELS
America's largest motorcycle manufacturer will introduce two entirely new designs and a very much modernized 74 into the 1965 market. Best news for big bike enthusiasts and police departments is that the 1200cc FL and FLH models will come equipped with the longawaited electric starter. A pushbutton on the right handlebar engages the 12-volt system in neutral only, and the 53 to 60 horsepower twin comes pounding to life. The kickstarter will be retained for emergencies.
In conjunction with the new starting system, a one-piece cast aluminum primary chaincase is new for '65. And an automatic primary chain tensioner permits the gearbox to be permanently mounted.
The new "Electra-Glide", as it is called, also now has a five-gallon gas tank which gives a much-needed increase in cruising range; and for the passenger's sake, better buddy seat springs are fitted.
After eating up competition in Europe, the remarkable H-D/Aermacchi 250cc Sprint will be seen here in 1965 as a potent scrambler. It puts out 25 horsepower measured at the rear wheel at 8,500 rpm. All the competitive extras are there except the experimental cradle-type frame used in Europe. The new Scrambler will use the proven backbone tube frame used on other Sprints.
Comparing the Scrambler with the previous model Sprint H (which is con-
tinued in 1965) we find a new rear fender to permit fitting of larger tires, improved looking seat, flat air cleaner, new swing arm and considerable lightening. It sports a 27mm Dellorto carburetor, 9.5 to 1 compression, magneto ignition, 4-speed transmission and weighs 240 lbs.
A CYCLE WORLD scoop was confirmed with the announcement that H-D will market the 50cc Aermacchi in the U.S. under the model designation M-50 (see Feb. 1964 issue, page 35).
The thrifty, 103 lb. lightweight may be a case of "too little, too late," but a selling price of $225 should cause some consternation in the small-bore agencies.
Vital statistics on the littlest Harley — engine: 2-cycle, 2 Vi hp. Transmission: 3-speed cable controlled hand (scooter type) shift. Maximum speed: approximately 40 mph. Fuel consumption: approx. 180 mpg.
PRESS RELEASE —"There were many more revolutionary announcements of interest to dealers and riders alike as Harley Davidson management unveiled liberal credit innovations designed to aid its franchised dealer network in expanding with the Company. A 90% increase in the national advertising budget was announced by Donald A. Mayer, Advertising Man(Continued on page 78) ager, along with an expanded insurance program — of particular interest, the M-50 package program — which will provide riders with motorcycle insurance coverage second to none in the industry.
"On July 13, Wm. H. Davidson, President of the Harley-Davidson Motor Co., spoke at an evening dinner and charted the financial growth of the Company since its inception in 1903. Davidson pointed to the Company's subsequent and present growth indicated by sales for fiscal 1963 of 19 million dollars, 22 million this year, and an expected 26 million in 1965."
MARUSHO 500 INTRODUCED
The first machines in the Marusho line of large displacement Japanese-btiilt motorcycles have arrived in this country, according to Mr. Sun Young Choy of the newly formed U.S. Marusho Corp. at 8588 West Washington Blvd., Culver City, California. Called the ST-500 Marusho the initial model is a horizontally opposed 500cc twin with shaft drive rated at 38 hp. A four-speed gearbox is used, employing the popular rotary shift system. Twin carburetors are standard, naturally, and the handsome black machine weighs a trifle over 400 pounds, and will sell for less than S 1,000.
Left to right in the photograph are Mr. Choy, Mr. Lee Westenhiser, Sales Manager for U.S. Marusho, and CYCLE WORLD'S Editor Joe Parkhurst. Westenhiser draws on a background of management and supervision and has been in motorcycling 16 years. He has raced with the American Federation of Motorcyclists since 1960, finishing 9th overall in 250cc class standings last year. Mr. Choy recently left an association of four years with the distribution of Suzukis in the U.S. The well known racer/tuner Gene Wise is Marusho's Technical and Service advisor. Mr. Roy Hiraishi, President of the U.S. Marusho Corp., is a highly regarded Japanese businessman with over ten years experience in this country.
Big bike enthusiasts will be happy to know that a 750cc version is on the development stages, though the 500cc model is the only machine available at present. We are told an Eastern branch will be opened by the end of the year with warehousing planned in the South. Marusho is now in the process of establishing dealers and we might add that the machine is being enthusiastically received in the West.
CYCLE WORLD'S staffers were given the opportunity to ride the first machine delivered and each was enthusiastic in his reactions. A road test is scheduled shortly; the machine should prove to be one of the most interesting new entries to the cycle field in some time.
EIGHT HORSES IN SUZUKI TRAIL BIKE
Suzuki are still coming. Latest model to be introduced is the new Bear Cat trail machine, featuring dual drive sprockets which greatly simplify the transition from trail to street use.
Designed in the U. S. by the Jack McCormack team, the 80cc trail gobbler has 2.75x17 knobby tires, detachable rear fender section, weighs 150 lbs., produces eight horsepower and will buzz up to 55 mph on the road sprocket, as opposed to a top of 45 mph offered by other makes. The manufacturers do not claim as high gas mileage as other makers however, only 150 mpg compared to an advertized 200 mpg for less powerful machines.
Lighting equipment follows Suzuki policy with full approved beams permitting the Bear Cat to be used on the highway, as well as off. Retail price: $350.
Mexican mountains were one of the sites for rigorous testing of the Bear Cat prototypes, now on the market. Doing the job here is Rick Eimer of Texas, a government hunter and one-time racing champ.
1965 MODELS ADDED BY YAMAHA
Pride of the Yamaha 1965 line is the Catalina 250cc model YDS-3 (road tested in July CW) with no-oil-mix Autolube and 5-speed gearbox. It can be distinguished from the popular YDS-2 by the combination speedo-tach and the oil reservoir on
the right side. Power is rated at 27 hp @ 7500 rpm and is priced at $630.00 at port of entry. One of the more modern two-cycle models on the market is this 125cc "Santa Barbara" YA-6. It has Autolube oil in-
Santa Barbara 125cc Model YA-6 jection, rotary intake valve, and electric starter. Price: $454.00 P.O.E. Completely redesigned for 1965 is the "Riverside 55" Model YJ-1 with single rotary valve, 4-speed gearbox and big bike styling. Price: $285.00 P.O.E.
Riverside 55cc Model YJ-1 The best-selling Omaha 55 is used as the basis for this "Omaha Trailmaster 80" which boasts a 50% horsepower increase and 4-speed gearbox. Suggested retail price: $315.00 P.O.E.
FULTON NAMED SUZUKI SALES MANAGER
Walt Fulton, one of the all-time greats of American motorcycle racing, has been named National Sales Manager of the United States Suzuki Motor Corporation, it was announced by John C. McCormack, chief U.S. executive officer of the world's second largest motorcycle manufacturer. Fulton will be directly responsible for all field sales operations in Suzuki's fastgrowing national organization.
Rorn in West Virginia. Fulton and his wife Miriam live high up in Bass Lake. California, with their bike riding sons. Robert and Gregory. Commuting to the Santa Ana, California. Suzuki headquarters, and in business life, Walt pilots his own airplane. Tn the seven years since he bought a plane to implement his business travel, he has clocked 2500 hours air time.
NEW HONDA TRAIL BIKE
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., has announced the introduction of the Honda Trail 90. which produces 30 percent more power than the famous Trail 55. The new machine weighs only 188 lbs. but has a payload capacity of 450 lbs.
A feature of the new trailster is its double sprocket changeover. An extra-low ratio on the trail sprocket enables the machine to climb better than 45 degree grades and, with a simple chain adjustment
to the road sprocket it can speed up to 55 mph on the open road.
Other features include automatic clutch, 4-speed footshift. steel front fender, skid shield, large-section knobby tires and three separate brakes: a foot brake on the right side and hand brakes on either handlebar. It is the only machine sold with a U.S.D.A. Forest Service approved spark arrestor as standard. Price: $330.
SMALL SPEED BUSINESS
A small accessory company offering a slim line of exotic racing equipment is Raceco Speed Equipment, Box 541, Niagara Falls. Canada. They have imported Terrys hairpin valve springs for Triumph, Norton, Ducati, NSU, Honda, BSA Gold Star and Matchless G-50 (most models), and alloy ball-ended control levers with fingertip cable adjustment. The levers are available for Va" diameter bars only at $12.95 a pair retail. In addition, they stock Lodge regular and racing spark plugs and ram tubes for 250 and 305cc Honda machines, priced at $5.95 a pair retail including fixing clamps. Raceco offers attractive discounts to dealers and also sells retail by mail or express.
FOREST SAFEGUARD
One way to get on the good side of Smokey the Bear is by fitting a U. S. Forestry Service-approved spark arrester to your trail machine. Installed on the
exhaust pipe, the spark arrester does just that, and is required in areas where fire hazard is great. The Gil Spark Arrestor (sic) shown here is intended for horizontal use on (Continued on page 80) small engines up to 15 or 20 cu. in. displacement. It bolts on easily and can be chrome plated. A simple cleaning feature ensures against clogging. Gil Spark Arrestör units are distributed by Milne Bros. Accessories, Dept. CW, 22 N. Greenwood, Pasadena, Cal.
MOTORCYCLE JACK STAND
A handy accessory to have in the pits or garage is the Track & Shop Motorcycle Jack. This first model, #35S, is designed mainly for machines without center stands but will fit most models where the exhaust system is high enough to permit the jack to rest under the frame. It lifts either the front or rear wheel depending on where it is placed.
For further information write to Motorcycle Accessories Corp., Dept. CW, 11026 Washington Blvd., Culver City, Calif.
HAP JONES ADDS BATTERIES
The Hap Jones Distributing Company has expanded its battery line to include types and sizes for all major makes of motorcycles. The batteries are all of the dry-charge type and have clear plastic cases designed especially for m/c use so that tipping will not cause them to spill. For detailed information dealers should contact the Hap Jones Company, 2 Clinton Park, San Francisco, Calif.
MOTORCYCLES IN A NEW SETTING
The Salem Bank & Trust Co., of Goshen, Indiana, recently displayed several Parilla and Bianchi cycles in their lobby and according to the bank officials the cycle business has risen to new esteem as a sound business investment in banking
circles around the country. Shown in the photo are a group of Parilla dealers who visited the bank while attending the service school at Cosmopolitan Motors' midwest distributor, C.D. Amsler of Goshen, Indiana.
GOODBYE AND GOOD LUCK — Triumph Baltimore official Frank Benson bids farewell to Whitey Azoy (center) and Tom Dillingham (right) who are setting out from New England to Central America on their heavily laden motorcycles.
THE SHOEMAN
Normally it is bad news if one's business is on the skids. But in the case of Manufacturer Ken Maely,
better known as "The Shoeman", it means business has never been better.
For sixteen years Maely has made a science of designing custom made skidshoes, those steel slippers found on the left foot of professional flat track and TT sliders. Ken calls his product the Maely Hotshoe and it comes
in three basic models, to quote from his business card: "1/4 MILE — Round bottom, high front. For short track, scrambles or Vi mile with lots of cushion or loose dirt. 1/2 MILE — curved in front and side and will plane like a speedboat. Will not hang up at high speeds. Can be used on Va mile if surface is very hard and smooth. MILE STYLE — Completely flat on bottom. Curled on right inside and slightly curled in front. Use only on hard and smooth tracks. (This shoe will hang up if track has ruts or holes, so remember what shoe to wear.)"
Maely's skidshoes are all priced at $22.50 postpaid, and come with an unconditional one-year guarantee.
With a bumper crop of novices sliding around on Maely Hotshoes, as well as such long-time customers as Neil Keen, shown here receiving a tuneup from Ken, the skidshoe business is booming. An exracer himself, Maely's product research and quality control never stops. You can find him in the pits at Ascot Park during every race building, inspecting, modifying and repairing his steel slippers on the spot. His other address is Route 2, Box 75B, Corona, California.
NEW CATALOG
Webco's new catalog of Honda accessories is now available to enthusiasts for 50ó in the U.S. and 75(outside the continental limits. Most every road, speed and trail accessory for Hondas imaginable is illustrated. Dealers may have the catalog by requesting it on their letterhead.
NEW FLORIDA CYCLE SHOWPLACE
Shown at the opening of Barney and Rosalee Barclay's new motorcycle sales and service center in St. Petersburg, Fla., are Beverly Hempstead, Ray Hempstead, TV star Marty Milner, Importer Joseph Berliner and Mrs. Barclay. The Barclay's new shop was designed as a modern showplace and distribution headquarters for Berliner parts and products in the state of Florida. Ray is sales manager as well as son-in-law in the family business and the Barclay daughters (both of whom ride) assist in the Ducati, Norton, Zundapp and Matchless headquarters.
BUCO HELMET CATALOG
The new Buco Safety Helmet catalog, featuring the full line of 1964 helmets, helmet accessories and goggles, has been announced by the Joseph Buegeleisen Company. Southfield, Michigan. Included in the cata-
log is a summary of the results of Buco's medical and scientific research program conducted in cooperation with neurosurgical and biochemical authorities of two leading universities. The catalog is available from Joseph Buegeleisen Co., 21220 W. Eight Mile Road, Southfield, Michigan.
VIVA UNDERWEAR
One of the better ad campaigns in cycledom is the Montesa Motors VIVA! bit. Viva T-shirts are issued with each new Montesa or they can be purchased for $2.00 each in red, blue, gold, purple, orange, green, black or brown from Montesa Motors, Dept. CW, 3657 W. Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles. Vivid Viva decals can also be purchased by Montesa fans or revolutionaries for 50('; each.
BERLINER BROCHURE
This colorful 16-page brochure, the "Berliner Motorcycle Review", is available free by writing the Berliner Motor Corp., Hasbrouck Hgts., New Jersey. It features news of Ducati, Norton, Zundapp and Matchless motorcycles, racing and personalities.
BSA DIRECTOR MAKES GOOD IN U.S.A.
Smiling happily with a pair of attractive ladies under his arms is Mr. William Rawson, BSA Sales Director; the ladies are Cathy Donelson and Sharon Busche. Mrs.
Donelson is from Donelson Motorcycle Sales in St. Louis, Mo., and Mrs. Busche is from Busche's Cycle Sales in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. The BSA and Mr. Rawson are from Birmingham, England.
BMW TOURING FAIRING
Maximum wind protection with a bare minimum of mounting problems are the main features of this new BMW touring fairing manufactured by Creative Engineering of 171 Fern, Santa Cruz, Calif, who also manufacture Cutlass Fairings.
It can be installed on any BMW in 15 minutes, comes in BMW black for $150 or prime-coated for $129.95. Distributed by Milne Bros, and Custom Plastics.
A. J. Foyt, twice winner of the gruelling Indianapolis 500-mile race and current point leader in AAA automobile racing, is seen here accepting delivery of his 1965 Ducati 250cc five-speed OHC Monza from Ducati P.R. director, Walt von Schonfeld. Looking on, after Foyt's victory in the 150-mile race held at Trenton, N.J. are Mike and Joe Berliner. •
