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Articles by Dave Ayres
Track Day Tales: Cadwell – Mallory Double Header Part Two
After a couple of days off from Mallory (See Part One) and some enjoyable alone time in the garage checking Screamer (my GSX650F) to see if I’d broken anything, I’m off to Cadwell Park for another No Limits Track Day. Unlike the day at Mallory, the journey starts in glorious sunshine, which is always a good sign. Cadwell Park has its own weather system. On a previous evening session at Cadwell, I decided discretion was the better option than being on track in torrential rain.
Zen and the Lost Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance was a surprise hit book. Published in 1974, it is about the idea that caring deeply about how things work, and taking the time to understand and do things properly, is a route to both better motorcycles and a better life. [Dude; break out the joss sticks we are getting trippy ~ Ed.] Granted, given what we normally write about, this is all a bit deep, but having owned bikes since … well, let’s not go there … it did strike me that a lot has changed.
You’re Nicked: Roadside Conversations with the Police
Before we start, a disclaimer. I am not legally trained; this is not legal advice, and this article is not designed to help anyone evade responsibility for offences they may have committed. These are my thoughts on roadside conversations with the Police. If you’ve been riding it like you stole it and a police officer wants a word, that’s between you and them.
LS2 X-Master: Summer Specialist
Motorcycle kit that claims to be “four‑season” usually falls into one of two categories. The first is marketing optimism — the sort of suit that’s brilliant in one season, tolerable in another, and “suboptimal” in the rest. The second is the rare breed that genuinely adapts to whatever the sky throws at you. After months of riding wearing the LS2 X‑Master through winter storms, spring showers, and now the recent heatwave, I think we have a winner.
SuperBike Factory: Another One Bites The Dust
There was a time – not long ago – when the UK motorcycle scene was being quietly reshaped by a new breed of dealership. Not your traditional “cup of tea, have a wander, mind the dog” sort of place, but vast, echoing warehouses stuffed with motorcycles like some sort of two‑wheeled IKEA.
Getting Nicked For A Tinted Visor – A Cautionary Tale
Before getting into the story of being nicked for a tinted visor, let me clear up two important points. Firstly, I’m not legally trained, so this isn’t legal advice. And, perhaps just as importantly, I’m not arguing with what happened; this is my experience, and from my point of view. I’ll leave you to draw your own conclusions. Right. On with it. Criminal Intent It was one of those rare, perfect Sunday mornings.
Carolina Hurricanes turn to 42-year-old Dave Ayres in emergency situation
55m ago Kristen Shilton Dave Ayres Now in goal for the Carolina Hurricanes: Emergency back-up David Ayres. The 42-year-old Ayres was called into service by the Hurricanes in the second period of Saturday's tilt against the Maple Leafs, when both Petr Mrazek and James Reimer were lost to injury. Ayres is the designated emergency back-up at Scotiabank Arena, prepared to step in for either club if both of their goaltenders are unable to play.
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