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... ~ o .... '" oD ~ W Z W ...J U >- U "American's No. 1 weekly motorcycle newspaper. You'll always see it FIRST in Cycle News!" REFERENCE ARTICLE In the September 8th issue of Cycle News (West) there appears an interesting article entitled "How Glen Kyle Makes The Eagle Fly." In this report, Mr. Kyle refers to an article that appeared some years ago in Hot' Rod magazine concerning the theory and application of intake and exhaust track tuning. Having saved this article myself for future reference I felt that other readers of your publication might wish to leam details of its availability. For those interested, the article in question appeared in the August 1964 issue of Hot Rod (p. 78) and is entitled "Plumbing For Horsepower" by Gordon Publisher Business Manager General Manager Advertising Manager Editor Assistant Editor Circulation Manager Art Director lab Technician Advertising Asst Bookkeeper Bookkeeper Receptionist Circulation Asst Delivery Charles Clayton Sharon Clayton Tom Culp Tom Walsh Bob Sanford John Bethea Rheba Smith Lili Lakich Diane Sosnoski Bruce Braly Edna Williams Eleanor Duke Chris Pratt Dorothy Apple Bob Hill However, Tom will take on the challenge as it stands, with no complain ts. BARRY E. FERRELL Costa Mesa, Calif. WOMEN'S LIBERATION Our cycle club is sponsoring their annual 100 mile enduro on November 22 and I am trying to persuade them to have a Powder Puff event, also. Same place, time, as mens but on a separate course. However, the only reactions I get are thinly veiled snickers and rib nudges. So let's speak sign language girls (dollar signs) and show them how many entry fees they are missing. All those interested in riding 50 • YOlO• • Blair. It will probably be available through local public libraries keeping back issues of Hot Rod on their reference shelves. RICHARD C. BROWN Sacramento, Calif. POTEET'S DEFENSE Ron Schneiders statement about Tom Poteet "cherry picking" on the desert instead of appearing at Indian Dunes, was crude and uncalled for. Apparently Mr. Schneiders has forgotten racing on the desert is a hobby to be enjoyed, not a professiona. Tom had nothing to do with his name being on the program and had never planned to appear at Indian Dunes. Mr. Schneider is intimidating Tom is a poor sport and we beg to differ. Whenever Tom has a mechanical failure - crashes - or gets lost in a race he doesn't make excuses for himself, he tells it like it is. Mr. Schneider has a right to his opinion and so do we. LLOYD & CAROL COX Foothill Hawks. EFFORTS THANKED Attention all of those that were at the Prospectors T.T.: We are so happy everyone appreciated the new wash rooms and snack bar. The rooms were left so clean we know many people made a special effort to keep it clean and we do appreciate it. Thanks to all, and thank you Rescue 3, Barstow, Calif. GLENN & ERMA REDDING Adelanto Track WHITE CHALLENGE I just finished reading Dave Swift's article about the activities at Huntington Beach Cycle Park on August 23rd. I would like to make a correcton the behalf of Tom White, No. 28x. Tom did not challenge anyone to a match race. Mr. Don England is the person solely responsible for the whole idea. I believe this article reflects Tom in a bad way. As it is written, it makes him look conceited as hell. If anything, Mr. White is one of the most modest guys around when it comes to talking about his racing ability. (approx.) miles, 16-20 mph through the beautiful Sierras, send me your name and address plus those of your cycling friends and hopefully I will be able to send you an entry form in the near future. LINDA MILLER 4586 A, E. Belmont Fresno, Calif. 93702 BIKER BACKER I would like to thank Gene Harriger, the Protho Tool man, for the use of his equipment at BonneVille this year. Thanks, from all the bike riders. I would also like to thank Earl Flanders and his crew for a job well done in the sun. DORALECKHARDT No.4 7, Long Beach, Cal. UNEQUAL CLASSES I am writing this letter in regards to what I believe is becoming a growing problem. As you know there are more and more races put on where there are combinations of motocross and desert scrambles. I feel that in these races that the Junior division of the motocross has an unfair advantage over the novice division of the desert racers. As for an example I have a relative who was in the top twen ty a year ago and has switched to motocross and is in the Junior division. He has reached the point now where he is doing relatively well at motocross. This shows that there is a measurable difference between a good Junior motocross rider and a desert novice. From. this all I am asking is a chance to ride against novices of equal ability and experience. I feel the way to equalize the two classes is to have the top motocross Juniors ride in the Amateur class of the desert classification. This could be accomplished by having a Junior who has won ten overall, fourth or better races moved up to the Amateur class. I feel with this type of set-up or something of a similar nature would equalize and enhance the competition. M.R. PATTEN 652x EASY JOB To the fine grouP of desert riders and their tam1l1es who attended the Lost Coyotes Hare Scrambles we say, Tbank You, for the easy job you gave us of cleaning uP, and the quiet sleep Saturday nigbto LOST COYOTES M.C. Cycle News East, Dixie Cycle News, and National Advertising information: Tom Culp. National Advertising Dir. Cycle News (West), P.O. Box 498, Long Beach, California 90801. (213) 0427-7433 - L.A. 636-8844. Subscription: One year 2nd class mail Single copy price " $7.50 $.25 Published weekly except the first and last week of the calendar year by Cycle News, Inc., Post Office Box 498, Long Beach, California, also publishers of Cycle News East, and Dixie Cycle News. Second Class Postage paid at Long Beach, Calif. Editorial stories, cartoons, photos, etc. are welcome. Write for information. Addressed, stamped envelope assures return of editorial matter. Reprinting in whole or in part only be permission of the publishers. Advertising rates and circulation information will be sent upon request. Outdoor Manners - SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF., Sept. 2, 1970 - The U.S. Forest Service is cautioning motorcycle users to respect the rights of others in developed National Forest campgrounds. "Good outdoor manners and campground regulations are based on protection pf the environment and consideration of the other forest visitor," according to Acting Regional ForesteL.C.A. Yates. "In aggravated cases, rangers are Qting offenders for misuse of motorcycles in campgrounds under the ,Secretary of Agriculture's regulations." He noted that visitors at National Forest campgrounds throughout the ,state have complained of motor.cycles causing excessiv~ noise, being driven recklessly and creating safety hazards In the campgrounds. Only a few inconsiderate people can spoil the enjoyment of many," Yates continued. Motorcycles and motor !likes are to be used in National Forest campgrounds only for the purpose of entering or leaving the campgrounds. Yates said that violators will be cited for excessive gunning of their engine, driving in excess of posted speeds, driving carelessly and disregarding the safety ()f others. A valid Stat~ of California operator's license is also required for use of driving motorcycles In and out of campgrounds. Motorcycle operators should be aware that effective spark arrestors are required for any travel off of public highways. Those cited on a notice of violation will have to appear before a U.S. Commissioner, where the maximum penalty can be a fine up to $500 or up to 6 mon ths in jail, or both. Police Action LOS ANGELES, CALIF., August 28, 1970 - The Los Angeles Police Department today called for a "positive approach" to problems created through off-road riding, primarily through the establishment of more public and private riding areas. At a special meeting of the steering committee of "Operation Trail Bike" attended by representatives of city and county government, as well as members of the motorcycle industry, the LAPD disclosed that over 2000 complaints "related to the off-street operation of motorcycles and mirnbikes in the City of Los Angeles" had been received by the department since the first of the year. The majority of the complaints, they said, "involve noise and dust (estimate, 80%), but include property damage, erosion, etc. Ecology is an involved consideration." Under, "Proposals For Future", the police department report said, "Convenient available property is diminishing in urban areas. Designated areas, private or public operated, would reduce the need for enforcement and the negative/expensive involvement of the City of Los' Angeles. A positive approach by the City could enhance its image with a large setment of the citizens, participants, and complainants. Pair To England MALLORY PARK, ENGLAND - Sinece the British motorcycling press responded with paise and enthusiasm to Daytona this spring, the British fans have -been demanding to see the AMA riders whom they have underestimated for many years. September 20 they will get their chance, as North American will be represted by Gary Nixon and Yvon Duhamel at the 1000 Guinea "Race of the Year" at Mallory Park. In dollars, the winner's purse for the open class event will amount to about $2800. Nixon is scheduled to ride a Triumph, Duhamel a Yamaha. Mexican 1000 On GLENDALE, CALIF., Aug. 31, 1970 - Drawing for start times in this year's NORRA Mexican 1000 on November 3-6 were held tonight at the organization's offices here, with the team of Seidel and Richardson, riding a Triu.nph TR-6 for Honda of Monterey, getting the number one starting time. For the first time in the four year history of the race, motorcycles will leave before the cars, departing one at a time at one minute intervals. The race will cover approximately 900 miles from Ensenada to LaPaz (Baja), Mexico. " Following Seidel and Tichardson, the top ten positions are as follows: 2) Doug Douglas, 3) Kim Gifford, 4) MED International, 5) Bob Ewing, 6) MED Internatio~, 7) Baker and Steward, 8) Graves and Masek, 9) Mike Patrick and 10) BuItaco Western. A team of female contestants, led by Sammie Dunn and sponsored by Pacific Coast Honda, will be entered this year aboard a new 350cc Honda Scrambler. Entries will continue to be accepted until 5 pm on Wednesday, September 30. NORAA's offices are located at 1616 Victory Blvd., Glendale 91201. The first bike will leave at 8:01 am, November 4. Can Ro:mero Cook Rice? WORTHINGTON, OIDO, Sept. 8, 1970-Jim Rice, who is still managing to retain the lead in the battle for the Grand National Championship, is beginning to feel the heat from Gene Romero's Triumph as the pair enter the final three AMA Nationals separated by a slim 13-point margin. The race is not restricted to these two, however, as Dave Aldana, the sensational fIrst-year Expert, trails Rice by 91 points (the toal awarded for second place at Sacramento). Also, Dick Mann is one point above the cut-off point for those remaining mathematically in the running, but Mann is physically unable to compete with his broken leg. The championship could be determined in Sacramento if Rice receives 40 more points than Romero or Gene gains 66 more points than Jim. Aldana could take the lead with a. victory if Rice finishes 23rd, or under and Romero takes the checkered 18th or under. For Aldana to remain in the running he must place within the top five finishers at Sacramento, but even then his chances are doubtful if either Rice or Romero does well. The top 20 in the Point Standings can be found on pages 5 and 6.