Etc.
ETC.
STANTON STICKS WITH HONDA
Jeff Stanton, who won six motocross championships for Honda, will stay with the company now that he has retired from racing (see Racewatch, October). Stanton will serve as a motocross coach, advising team members on bike setup, riding and conditioning, according to Honda.
HARLEY PUMPS UP PRODUCTION
Harley-Davidsons are now rolling off the York, Pennsylvania, assembly line at the rate of 385 per day, an increase of 20 bikes per day. HD says the increase is attributable to the addition of new production equipment.
RUSSIAN BIKES ON SALE NOW
Ural America, Incorporated, importers of the Ural, a Russian motorcycle based on World War IIvintage BMWs, has received 49state EPA approval. California certification is expected next year. Urals, priced at $4395 are being shipped to dealers now, along with a $6295 sidecar version. Both models are powered by an air-cooled, 649cc opposed-Twin. The company says it has 45 dealers, with a goal of 200. For more information contact Ural America, Inc., 16301 NE 8th St., Suite 251, Bellevue, WA 98008.
DUCATI MAKES MONSTER COP BIKES
Unleashing what could be the world’s coolest law-enforcement vehicle, Ducati is making police versions of its Monster for the Saudi Arabian government. The Saudis have ordered 450 900cc versions and 250 600cc versions, all painted white. The bikes are equipped with plexiglass windshields, saddlebags and rear platforms for a radio, lights and top trunk.
GEORGIA ON YOUR MIND?
Residents of the Southeast, or anyone planning a bike trip there should check out Joan Moody’s map of north Georgia, prepared by and for motorcyclists. The area is known for excellent riding and Moody’s map is filled with corner laden roads. Included is information about motels, restaurants, campgrounds, stores and state parks in the region. For a copy, send $3.50 to JM, 5859 Cooper Creek Rd„ Suches, GA 30572.
AUSSIE’S BIKES AUCTIONED
One of the world’s largest private motorcycle collections was auctioned off in Australia this past summer. The sales netted about $1.5 million for entrepreneur Keith Williams, who parted with more than 15 motorcycles. Topping the list wa a 1929 Brough Superior SS100 Pendine, which was purchased by a Japanese buyer for $50,000.
DUCATIS KILL STEREOS
The Ducati Club of Sweden sends a warning that its Ducati Passions compact disc, (see Roundup, April) which features sounds of Ducatis at speed, can damage stereo equipment if played at high volume. Hans Jartoft, a club member, says hundreds of enthusiasts have bought the CD, which has been publicized in motorcycle magazines around the world. “People actually considered Ducati Passions worth the $12 expense,” he says.
MITO SINGLE COMING
Ducati will install a Husqvarna 610cc Single in Cagiva’s Mito (see Roundup, September) and upgrade the bike’s suspension, instead of building a Supermono for the street. Ducati importers expressed little interest in a street-going Supermono, which would have cost 10 percent more than a 900SS.
