After almost four
decades of studying, living & breathing Indian Motorcycles, I've
learned a thing or two about them; which is why I decided to start the Kiwi Indian MotoCycle News, to share what I've learned and pass along info to help you get the most out of your Indian.
This
original-content e-newsletter is your source for tech input, product
info and current reports from the Indian scene. You'll meet fellow
Indian owners and be inspired by Indian riders from yesterday and today.
More importantly, this is your gateway to Kiwi Indian Motorcycles, the
definitive vintage Indian resource delivered in a straightforward and
entertaining way.
What's the goal of Kiwi Indian MotoCycle News? Most of all, I want it to be valuable and I'm counting on you, the readers, to tell me how we do!
- Kiwi Mike
Love the new ad!!
ReplyDeletecarry on mate, your enthusiasm is addicting
ReplyDeleteGood first edition. Always wanted an old Scout, never got around to buying one though. I do however own 3 BMW's
ReplyDelete1981 R100RS, a 1985 K100B for "bobber" and a 2004 R1150RT.
Looking forward to the next edition. Bruce
Thanks for the Kiwi Indian News I have 3 scouts 1937 road
ReplyDeleteracer 1939 scout and 1937 scout with 1942 full fenders
the chassis was raced on Daytona Bch in the late 30's
early 40's and turned back into a road bike in 48 by the
father and son that I bought the bike from. Thanks for Kiwi
Indian News Yours. Terry
Terry, that '37 Scout with beach-racing history might be a great story for a future issue of the Kiwi News. Feel free to drop me more info at marilynstemp@gmail.com.
DeleteGreat newsletter! You have always been so helpful with your tech talk. i have used many of your parts to restore my 46 Chief.
ReplyDeleteGreat newsletter! You have always been so helpful with your tech talk. i have used many of your parts to restore my 46 Chief.
ReplyDeleteIs Milwaukee on your schedule this year?
ReplyDeleteMy t friend, Art ,had an old hill climber/racer that originally belonged to Iron man Ed Kreitz...it is a 29 101 that had been heavily modified by Crocker....Ed's name was stamped into the engine, Crocker stuff was a special clutch set up, anti-rev limiters, square bore and stroke...it was one of the nicest bikes to ride for flat track that I have ever ridden...Stan
ReplyDeleteHey mate, knowledge is useless unless it is passed on. You and I go back a ways. I have always known your time would come. You and Carolyn carry on. All the Best Ass without a saddle
ReplyDeleteHi Mike I picked up the new engine book and liked to say thanks for all your hard work. I really enjoyed having everything in one easy to read book. Going to buy another one for my library as I see this one is already taking a beating from shop use. Thanks. Bill.
ReplyDeleteHi Mike, thanks for publishing your “Indian MotoCycle News” it’s been a real interesting read and patiently waiting for the next issue.
ReplyDeleteI ordered your Indian Motorcycle Builders Guide “Powerplant Edition” and Riders Instruction book today. This will be a fun read to (as always) learn something new.
Thanks for all your hard work. Jim
I agree with your riding philosophy, I would love to be riding a vintage Indian but mine is a well taken care of 1975 Honda CB550f. It gets where I want to go with lots of looks and questions and it's a great feeling that after 12 hours of riding that I was able to keep this old bike running well enough not to break down. I average 45-60 miles an hour, avoid big towns and highways try not to work the curves to aggressively but keep it challenging for the bike and brakes I have. I look forward to your newsletters, keep them coming.
ReplyDeleteDave
Columbus Ohio
Love the newsletter. Even though I ride a modern 2016 Indian Dark Horse, I still feel an affinity for old Indians. My dad cut his teeth on Indians after WW2. I guess Indian Motorcycles are in my blood! I get stopped a lot, because people think I'm riding an old classic Indian. I always swap stories with them. They areally always wanting to take photos with the bike.
ReplyDeleteGlad you made it without serious injury.I have been riding all my life and knock on wood haven't had one yet,but I have been behind when someone got his leg torn off wearing shorts in Phx.It doesn't matter your skill level or how long you have been riding,those auto bullets come at you sometime in your life.Glad you were dressed for it.Gods Speed Mike. Mike
ReplyDeleteMike, smart move to wear the proper gear. Glad everything turned out okay for you and now you have new patina on the Coast Guard bike to tell stories with.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your accident - but I always say - the accident you walk away from is the best accident you’re ever going to have !! Amazing you were not seriously hurt.
ReplyDeleteYou’d better go out and buy a tatslotto ticket.
Regards, Brad from Aussie
Glad you're fairly unscatched from the crash, apart from a lot of bruises and muscle aches I guess. That's a living testimony of better safe than sorry!
ReplyDeleteYou are sitting on the toboggan that I love, and having fun in Thailand right now!
ReplyDeleteGlad you are doing well.
ReplyDeleteSaw your bike laying on the road,
Sorry to hear about that.
Really happy you are ok.
As always,
Friends Forever.
Dick