Artic Cat Recall

From Dealer News -

In cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, Arctic Cat is recalling three 2009 snowmobiles: the Z1 Turbo (shown), Z1 Turbo Sno Pro and TZ1 Turbo. Consumers should stop using the units unless otherwise instructed, the government says. About 3,000 units are affected.

According to the CPSC website, oil can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire hazard. In addition, the fuel tank can come into contact with the engine, posing a possibility of wearing through and fuel leakage.

Arctic Cat has received 33 reports of oil leaks, including eight vehicle fires. There have been no reports of fuel leakage from the tank wearing against the engine. No injuries have been reported.

The units were sold by dealers nationwide from June 2008 through July 2009 for between $12,500 and $14,300.

The government is instructing owners to contact an Arctic Cat dealer for a free repair.

Jack-O-Lanterns – Anyone?

Started years ago in Ireland the day after Christmas where children would carve Turnips and go (sort of trick-or-treating) to remember passed on family members and scare of evil spirits – to the modern day All Hallow’s Eve – to ward off evil before All Saints Day. Funny dress up as a scary monster to scare off a monster. Either way – everyone be safe tonight. In the meantime before you put on your costumes. Go visit SSK and check out our Jack-O-Lantern – http://www.south-side-kustoms.com/JackOLanternBike.html  

HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM SSK!

Our Famous Jack-O-Lantern Bike!!!
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South Side Kustoms – Map to New Shop

South Side Kustoms – NEW SHOP LOCATION – NOV 17th 2009

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Cycle Source Year in Review

Cycle Source Magazine is proud to announce that the voting for our “Best Of 2009” awards has been opened. Each year  Cycle Source devotes our January issue, titled “Year in Review,” to take a look back at the previous year and ask our readers to select their “Best Ofs” from the industry. Over the past month, nominations have been made for the following categories and they are now ready for you to cast your vote.

 

 

 

2009’s Motorcycling’s Man of the Year

2009’s Motorcycling’s Woman of the Year

2009’s Production Custom of the Year

2009’s Production Bike of the Year

2009’s Builder of the Year

2009’s Best New General Product of the Year

2009’s Best New Performance Product of the Year

2009’s Best Event of the Year

The Cycle Source staff would like to thank our readers and the industry that has been so good to us for another great year, and for the help in delivering these awards! You can vote today by clicking the link below.

http://www.cyclesource.com/yearinrev.htm

KTM to Unveil the ‘Future of Motocross’ at EICMA

FROM DEALER NEWS -

It looks like something big is coming down the pike from KTM. Why else would the company announce that it’s going to unveil the future of motocross at the EICMA show in November?

KTM plans to open the curtain at the Milan show on a model it says “represents a significant step toward ‘defining new lines.’ The revealing of the new motorcycle is the next logical step for the Austrian motorcycle manufacturer as its tradition as a result-based operation has led to over 160 World Championships.”

The company has included an artist rendering (see right) of what the new model will look like. Anybody care to guess the particulars of the new bike?

The Milan International Motor Show (EICMA) takes place in Milan, Italy Nov. 10-15. The show serves as a world stage for the unveiling of new models from OEMs worldwide. This year, the show will also host the 2009 edition of the Motorcycle Design Awards (click here for more details).

NEW BAKER TRANSMISSION – FOR VINTAGE

Baker understands the love affair with your vintage motorcycle… There’s nothing like putting authentic, vintage styled components on your nostalgic bike. That’s why BAKER has taken the time to reinvent the 4 Speed.

With a vintage styled BAKER cast aluminum (A356-T6) transmission case, designed for traditional gear drive speedo pick up and modern late model electronic speedo pick up. As well as vintage style BAKER cast aluminum (A356-T6) top cover with linear detent system for that smooth and reliable shift quality you come to expect from BAKER.

The new BAKER 4 Speed comes available with many options for side covers, with our without kicker, raw or wrinkle black finish and billet hydraulic or mechanical kicker cover upgrades. BAKER Kicker Gears come standard on kicker models. BAKER modern 4 Speed gearset is made out of brass bushings. Direct bolt-in transmission on most models, whether you’re running a tin type primary or open belt drive.

Options/Configurations:

• Raw Or Black Wrinkle Transmissions Available 4th Gear 1.00

• With or Without Primary Ear Available

• 1936-1964 Knucklehead™/ Panhead™ Length Mainshafts Available

• 1965-1969 Late Panhead™(1st Year Electric Start)/ Shovelhead™ Length Mainshafts Available

• 1970-Early 1984 Shovelhead™ Length Mainshafts Available

• BAKER FL™(Bottom Pull), FX™ (Top Pull), Or N1 Shift Drums Available

• 23T Or 24T, 530 O-Ring Chain Sprockets Available

• Chrome Side Covers Available With or Without Kicker

• BAKER Billet Hydraulic Or Mechanical Kicker Cover Upgrade Option

• BAKER FF Hydraulic Kicker Cover Upgrade Option

• BAKER Billet Aluminum Outboard Bearing Support Upgrade Option

• BAKER Cast Stainless Straight Steel Kicker Arm, Stock Length Or +1” Upgrade Option

Product Features:

• Vintage Style BAKER Cast Aluminum (A356-T6) Transmission Case Design To Fit A Roller Ball Bearing For Your Main Drive Gear.

• Case Designed for Traditional Gear Drive Speedo Pick Up And Modern Late Model Electronic Speedo Pick Up.

• Vintage Style BAKER Cast Aluminum (A356-T6) Top Cover With Linear Detent System For Smooth Reliable Shifting.

• Hidden Vent Design Allows Transmission to Breathe through the Top Cover Into The Ratchet Pawl System.

• BAKER Billet Steel Machined And Case Hardened Shift Drum Rides On 4 Permaglide Bushings For Smooth Repeatable Shifting Everytime.

• BAKER Billet Ratchet Pawl System With Hard Anodized Backing Plate And Case Hardened Carrier.

• BAKER Klassic Kicker Gears Come Standard On Kicker Models.

• Vintage Style Cast Mechanical Kicker Cover Come Standard With Early pn 37310-39 Cone Style Throw Out Bearing And 1-Piece Release Rod.

• BAKER Modern 4-Speed Gearset Made Out Of High Grade 8620 Gear Steel; Gears Ride on Needle Bearings Instead Of Brass Bushings.

• Direct Bolt-In Transmission On Most Models, Whether You’re Running A Tin Type primary Or Open Belt Drive.

Applications/Fitment:

1936-1986 FL™/FX™Shovelhead™, Panhead™, Knucklehead™, Sturgis and Custom Applications

Gear Ratios:

1st Gear 2.50

2nd Gear 1.70

3rd Gear 1.25

4th Gear 1.00

From 4 Speeds to 7 Speeds, old to new, BAKER has you covered! Call a BAKER sales and tech guy today for more information or to place your order! SOUTH SIDE KUSTOMS IS A DEALER FOR BAKER – GIVE US A CALL TO GET YOUR BAKE TRANSMISSION TODAY!

1-800-675-3191 or www.south-side-kustoms.com

NEW LOCATION FOR SOUTH SIDE KUSTOMS

NEW STORE LOCATION – STARTING NOV 17th 2009
596 Michigan Ave. (corner of Michigan and Sycamore)
Buffalo, NY 14203

STORE HOURS
TUESDAY – FRIDAY 10am – 7pm
SATURDAY 12pm – 5pm
CLOSED SUNDAY and MONDAY

Local # 716-823-6279
Long Distance # 1-800-675-3191

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