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For Sale: Gypsy Jack’s Yamaha R6 Champions Limited Edition

Posted by Adam Yamada-Hanff on June 3, 2013
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Hey Everyone, I am listing Gypsy Jack’s 2001 Yamaha R6 Champions Edition for sale.  This series of R6′s were a Limited Edition run and this is the #175 model that was made.  This specific Yamaha R6 is heavily modded and contains numerous upgrades and special parts too.  Here is a breakdown of what is on the motorcycle;

  • Full Akrapovic exhaust system – $1,100
  • Top of the line Marchesini wheels made of lightweight magnesium-  $2,000
  • Ohlins rear shocks – $900
  • Brembro brakes (top of the line for racing) – $600
  • Yoyodyne slipper clutch – $800
  • Crg, lever – $200
  • Scotts steering dampener - $475
  • Zero gravity windscreen – $65
  • Gaifer steel brake lines
  • RK chain
  • Renthal sprockets

… and even more! :)

The bike has $10,000+ worth of parts installed on it, some of which I will list later.  On top of all these parts the body panels are made of carbon fiber.   There is also a Quarter Turn throttle meaning to get to full throttle on this R6 you only need to turn in quarter turn.  This Yamaha R6 only has 14,000 miles on the odometer and it was always garage kept.

Remember this is Jack Moschetto‘s (Gypsy Jack) R6, a friend of mine who I posted about on this blog a few times and he was well known amount the “gearhead” community in Baltimore and surrounding areas.  You can see in the pictures below that this R6 is in immaculate condition.  Jack would clean this bike anytime he took it out to ride.  Often he would use toothbrushes to clean it up and make sure there was no road or dirt grime on it.

Jack took incredible time to build rolling pieces of art and anyone who would want to buy this would be getting a great deal on a one-of-a-kind motorcycle that you won’t find anywhere else.

If you are interested in the motorcycle you can email me – cool@adamsautoadvice.com – with any questions.  Let me know if you’d like additional information and pictures and I will try to provide you with as much as I can, but should let you know upfront I will probably refer you to a friend of Jack’s who is much more knowledgeable about motorcycles mods and this particular bike than I am.

Currently we are accepting reasonably offers on this bike but there is a reserve price set on the bike and it will not be sold any lower than that.

UPDATE: The asking price for the bike is $8,000.

 

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Note: I will update this post with additional pictures and parts information as needed and requested.   

Can You Get Anymore Annoying Than Whistler Tips?

Posted by Adam Yamada-Hanff on January 15, 2013
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If you think that your neighbor playing loud music in his car was annoying, have you ever seen this Youtube video of Whistler Tips?  If you haven’t seen the video Whistler tips are devices that you can apparently put on your vehicle’s exhaust system that makes a very annoying high-pitch “whistling” sound as you drive your car around.  Take a look and let me know what you think.

I think customizing your car is a freedom of expression and speech, but does this seem like something that you would really want in your neighborhood?  Hell no!  I would hate having people drive around with Whistler Tips in my neighborhood as I am sure readers of my auto blog would as well.  I should say especially early in the morning.

I mean what’s the appeal of these anyway?  I could see how it would be awesome if your car’s exhaust system could play rock music or something cool like that.  It’s kind of like getting louder pipes for a motorcycle.  Those are already loud, why make them louder?

If you have an opinion about whistler tips leave a comment below and let me know what you think.  I would support anyone who would want to ban then in Baltimore, but that’s just my opinion.

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Hunt Valley Cars and Coffee Picture Gallery

Posted by Adam Yamada-Hanff on October 26, 2012
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Hunt Valley Cars and Coffee attracts a wide range of vehicles every Saturday.  This includes exotics, classic, tuners, motorcycles, race cars, and anything else you can think of.

Here is a great picture gallery kindly provided by Jack Moschetto of Gypsy Jack Racing.  You can usually find him at Hunt Valley Cars and Coffee with his beautiful and very customized blue Yamaha R1.  I would have used some of my pictures, but his photography skills are much better then mine!

Where: Hunt Valley Towne Centre, 118 Shawan Rd, Hunt Valley MD, 21030

When: Saturdays, 7:30 am – 10:30 am

Why: Because you like talking with other gearheads!

Timonium Motorcycle Show brings Bikes & Bikers to MD

Posted by Adam Yamada-Hanff on February 29, 2012
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If you love motorcycles, chrome, leather, and hot babes, than the 2012 Timonium Motorcycle Show was the place for you to be.  The Timonium Motorcycle Show takes place at the Maryland State Fairgrounds every year in February and is one of the largest indoor bike shows up and down the Mid-Atlantic. The show covers around 750,000 square feet of floor space and features all sorts of exciting events and bikes over the three days it takes place.

This year’s show, which took place February 10th-12th, was a cold weekend. A little cold never keeps bikers away as the parking lot was packed, as usual. Walking in from the parking lot you can always tell the enormity of the event by the all the out-of-state license plates, Virginia, Pennsylvania, even as far away as North Carolina. Luckily those people didn’t drive all that way for nothing as this year’s show was quite good.

Walking into the entrance you are greeted by a glorious display of Harley-Davidson motorcycles showcased by Harley-Davidson of Baltimore. My favorite Harley at the show? Honestly… it is too hard to decide.

Behind the Harley-Davidson display was Bob’s BMW with their exciting BMW offerings, which included the special K-1300S HP package. Improving upon BMW’s amazing K-1300 S, the K-1300 S HP package offers a 175-horsepower with carbon parts for the front wheel cover, battery cover and rear seat cowling, making the bike light. It also has a beautiful Akrapović sports silencer and a paddock stand. Only 750 of these amazing motorcycle will be made, which is disappointing, but at least I was able to see one.

Victory Motorcycles was also at the show. The bike everyone always seems to crowd I have noticed is the Victory Vision Tourer. It’s striking lines and amazing shape really catch the eye and make a lot of people stop to take a closer look.  It screams, “Ride me!”

Some other brands I enjoyed seeing at Timonium Motorcycle Show were Triumph and Indian. There is something about the classic look of the Triumph Bonneville and Triumph Scramblers which is so hard not to love. It takes me back to a simpler time, when I wasn’t even alive! I talked with the salesmen about how it has been selling motorcycles in this economy and it seems Triumph sales have endured. As the Bonneville is a popular among celebrities and Marlon Brando rode a Triumph in the famous movie “The Wild One.”

The beautiful Indian Chiefs on display form Indian Motorcycles of New Jersey were quite amazing too. Lots of people stopped and commented on how beautiful the bikes were.  Better save your money because the least expensive Chief model starts around $26,000.  Worth, probably.

There were also many custom bikes at the show.  Paul Teutal Jr.’s first he built after he split from Orange County Choppers was on display at the Geico Insurance booth.  The Geico Insurance bike is a cool looking bike, but it has fairly useless infrared sensor. One of my favorites at the show every year is a motorcycle dedicated to The Beatles. The gas tank is adorned with the famous Abbey Road album cover picture. Who doesn’t love the Beatles? Most interesting vehicle of any kind would have to be the Monocycle. That thing must be hard to ride and control!  There were countless other amazing custom motorcycles at the show as well.

Every bike enthusiasts has a different style and taste, and most likely you will find something that will suit your style at the Timonium Motorcycle Show.  Since this year was the 10th Anniversary of the show, it felt particularly exciting experience. If you missed it this year, be sure to check it out next year.  See my pictures below and check out my International Bikini Team Contest coverage.

2012 ‘Best Of’ Award Winners

Judge’s Choice Best of Show:  #5702 Denny Ritchie / 2010 Roadkill Chopper

People’s Choice Best of Show:  #5715 Rick Levitan / 2002 Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide – ‘Beatles Themed Bike’

Best Display of Show:  #5505 Curtis Wolfe / 1966 Harley Davidson Sportster

Best Handcrafted Parts:  #5711 Troy Helmick  / 1974 Honda CL 360

Best Paint of Show:  #5207 Kevin Webb / 2007 Harley Davidson Nightrain

3rd Annual Beatris Landis Memorial Award for Best Antique

Best Antique of Show:   #5818 Brian Kehoe / 1939 Indian Jr. Scout

Publishers Choice Award – Presented By Born to Ride Magazine

#3010 John Nicklin / 1976 Honda Radical Trike

For pictures of the winners check Timonium Motorcycle Show’s Website.

The History of Harley-Davidson

Posted by Adam Yamada-Hanff on January 5, 2012
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Harley-Davidson is an interesting brand with an interesting history.  William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson grew up living next door to each other, and eventually became friends.  Each man participated in America’s industrial revolution during the early part of the 20th century, working in a local manufacturing plant in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Harley and Davidson worked together with Arthur’s brother, Walter Davidson, to put a uniquely designed internal combustion engine on a bicycle, and thus the famous Harley-Davidson brand was born.

Harley-Davidson helped create the history of the motorcycle and has a special place in the motorcycling world. Based in the heart of the country, Milwaukee Wisconsin, Harley-Davidson contributed to the war effort during World War I, dominated motorcycle racing in the early 1900s, and quickly grew to become the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. Surviving the great depression, Harley-Davidson went on to again contribute to the Allied war effort during World War II.

Harley-Davidson is well-known in American culture, history, and movies.  Motorcycle riding represents a freedom and joy that few other things can give you.  That is why riding is such a coveted experience that is sought after by many, but enjoyed by few.

Harley-Davidson supports motorcycling culture in many ways.  An important part of that culture today is safety, and the motorcycle enthusiast must ensure his or her safety and protection in all aspects of riding, including motorcycle insurance.  (Don’t skimp out on insurance, because you will be sorry when you really need it!)

Lots of people enjoy riding motorcycles, including myself and many people I know.  Many will continue to do so for many years to come.