Cycle News - Archive Issues - 1960's

Sff .DY Oil T.V. "VAMPIRf" OUT fOR BLOOD Tbe sports Arena will have a bUle television screen for the closed circuit television of the Indianapolis 5OD-mile auto race on May 30. The Figueroa-santa Barbara sports palace is the largest arena in the nation showing the famed Memorial Day marathon. This year there will be one 40x30 screen, which should make for the best possible viewing of the race. The producers bave arranged for better tecbnical conditions, including overhead shots from the Goodyear blimp, to add to the color. Managing Director J.e. Agajanian reports that a large share of the racing contingent not present in person at -Indywill be on deck for the event at the sports arena. fairing and double front brakes. The gentleman in the picture, looking very stylish is Myron Tracy, snapped by photographer David Gooley at a recent Willow Springs Road race. Myron is piloting the mighty 50cc Ital-Jet, built to take trophies in the teacup class. This -Vampire- model is a 4speed 2-cycle that was brought here in limited quantities to make the marque famous in U.S. road racing circles. Only 50 are currently available, still in tlle SlUpplDg crates. They come ready to race for $575 including the swoopy grand prix Teacup Classic Coming We bring this to readers' attention because the big race for the teacup (50cc) classes is coming up May 28th at Whiteman Air Park in Pacoima. AFM sponsors say there'll be a special entry/membership of only $10 for new teacup racers that day. So if you've ever had the urge to glory it up as a grand prix hero, here is your main chance. Warren's Cycle Shop in Inglewood can fix you up with a ready-to-race Vampire if you call them at (213) 678-9777. McfAlLAIID WELCOMES lIBElS ...Nick Adams, show host. NOITHWEST SHOW lll00STRY JIGOIOUSL Y NOIIOJIIG SAIfTY IBfLIBG PAVID-IS ..,U SHIm TO IBITIICIY Motorcycle and motorscooter safety has become one of the most vigorously promoted aspects of the entire motor vehicle field this year, according to an official of the two-wheel industry's trade association. Walter C.Davidson,Govemmental Relations Chairman of the Motorcycle, Scooter and Allied Trades Association, in an address before mem bers of the Northwestern Uni ver· sHy Traffic Institute's Police Administration Training Program, said that the number of two-wheeled motor vehicles using public roads has now reached the 2-million mark and that most states now realize the necessity for special licensin g and training programs. Less than 10 of the 50 states had separate licensing and testin g for cycles before this year. Davidson noted that at least 20 others would consider passing licensing legislation for two-wheelers during current sessions. Technical standards for the vehicles themselves are an important part of the safety program, according to Davidson. He stated that the association was endeavoring to develop specifications for proposed national standards on tires and tube, wheel rims, handlebars, brakes, electrical systems, controls, muffler systems, directional signals and seats. This technical information will be offered to the National Traffic safety Agency, headed by Dr. William Haddon, Jr. headquarters in Worthington, Ohio this week as news came through that the Heidelberg (Penna.) half mile, traditional home of the 15 Mile Dirt Track National Championship, was being paved. Moving with alacrity, the AMA staff called Louisville Downs, in Kentucky, and arranged to hold the 15 Mile National there. So breathe easy, fans of the national circuit. Only the location has been changed. The purse and the date (June 11) remain the same. After this deft bit of scene shifting, AMA Exec. Bill Berry joshingly remarked, -Next tim e some body asks me what I do for his $2 I'm going to punch him inna nose!En tries for the 15-miler close May 30th. It was hustle-bustle time at AMA L.I. HOlDA AWAIDS PIIZE • RIST 'DROP'" COIITEST Bob Meagher of Lakewood was the first winner of Long Beach Honda's monthly -Dro~ln· contest for customers and prospective customp.rs last week. Seventeen-yeal"Old Meagher, a Mayfair High senior, doesn't own a motorcycle, but says if he buys one, it will be a 305 SCrambler - because tbey're economical and fun-type transportation.Bob gained a Remington Electric razor when his name was drawn. No purchase or obligation is necessary to enter the monthly drawing. Just come by any L.B. Honda store and put your name in the box to be eligible for a free prize. DAYTONA W'8~" •••••••••••••• • SLOW HONDA • • • 11 • • WANT IT TO GO FAST? • Our speclallits un til• • s_. 5090, 1&0, 250, 305 rider.. POI18d lleads.d • rae18. pllt. . . waive.. ~s fllr blp • p.".....c.. Rac. _18. for s~ or • trcll., Ill. 110,. kits led otIMr rae18. • podI... • • • • • • • • L & I. EJTERPRISES • • 121 50 Pacific Aft., SII ...... • ......UH14I • •••••••••••••• Cycle fans in the Northwest will be treated to the area's first allmotorcycle show with the opening of the 1967 Northwest Cycle Show, scheduled for the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall June 9-11. Approximately 75,000 enthusiasts are expected to attend the three-day exhibition, which will be hosted by television and movie star Nick Adams and Zale Perry, holder of the women's world skin-diving record. Star attraction will be Evel Knievel's -Skycycle, - a jet-powered motorcycle with which the renowned daredevil will attempt to fly across the Grand Canyon, July 4th next year. It will be the first time that the machine, in its final form, will be seen in public. A host of other two-wheel vehicles is expected for the exhibition, ranging from dealer displays, to C\l6toms and drag bikes. Clubs interested in displaying their machines should write to Romin Inc., 2208 White-Henry-Stuart Bldg., Seattle, Washington. A black and white photograph of the entry must be enclosed. Mileage to the show will be paid. TUDE ASS._ IIO"E WIIS .An Award of Merit from the National Committee on Films For safety has been voted to the motion picture, -Licensing Operators of TwOWheeled Vehicles,- produced for Motor Vehicle Administrators by the Motorcycle, SCooter and Allied Trades Association. The film, which competed in the t1artic and transportation class will aid state driver licensing examiners, driver education courses and safety education programs. The 14~minute motion picture includes tips on safe and skillful operation of two-wheeled vehicles, basic information on the handling of cycles as compared to four-wheeled vehicles, and procedures of roadtesting riders. In announcing the award, William Englander, secretary of the National Conmittee on Films for Safety, cited the film's contribution to the prevention of accidents. He said that the 24th annual contest again drew a high number of entries. Copies of the award-winning film can be purchased or rented from the AAMVA, 404 Madison Building. WashiDll:ton. D.C. 20005. PROVEN THE 32 1V40 TO 1 LUBE RACING CASTOR and SUPER FILM '*'E."'~AI.AII" E\fremeiy denn burning ~~ UNEqUALLED ._INJECTOR. GAS-OIL MIX ADDZIP ADDfTlVES 1433·1437 FIRST ST. ESCALON. CALIFORNIA. The California Chapter of the Motor Maids Inc. will host this year's annual road run to McFarland, Calif. on May 27th and 28th. The overnighter will feature a giant parade through the streets of this charming town, beauty hike judging and a performanc e hy the famous Ace of Clubs Drill Team. In addition, there will be a good old fashioned field me et, put on by the husbands of the ladies who make up the Motor Maids, and a hay ride Saturday night. Everything will be provided to make this run fun for the whole family. Besides the parade, contests, field meet and drill team, there will be free dinner for all the entrants, prepared by the MM culinary experts and a Sunday a.m. breakfast served up by the local Veterans of Foreign Wars. Send In Your Entry Soon Deadline for mail entries, a $2.50 for adults and $1.25 for kids is May 20, 1967. Post entries will be available at Kern County Park between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. saturday. As an added attraction, Coye Richardson of the Pacific Coast club and Darrel Steen of the Lucky Wheels will perform a never-beforeattempted -Double Fire Ride- following the parade. Don't ask us what this stunt is, you'll have to ------- City ol McFarlcmd POSJc:aD"'~ ,.........,-.,., '.Cl_~·._"·"_·"'''''''~ _...... 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