The Backroads Report February 12th 2022 #201

Published: Sat, 02/12/22

The Backroads Report

Motorcycle, Travel & Adventure News

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Mark Byer's

On the Mark

ICE, ICE…Maybe

There is a war on the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE). A ban on gas-powered leaf blowers went into effect in Washington, DC 1 January, with fines of $500 for anyone caught using them. Governor Newsom of California signed an executive order that 100% of all new vehicle sales in 2035 must be zero-emission vehicles. Japan announced plans to achieve 100% electric passenger car sales by the mid-2030s at the latest. The prime minister of the UK announced new phase-out dates for ICE passenger cars and vans, moving from the initial 2040 target to specified goals for 2035 and 2030.

On the Mark

From the WTF Files!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ratfuML9QA

Meet a 48-cyclinder Kawasaki Motorcycle

Ever wondered which vehicle holds the world record for having an engine with the most amount of cylinders?

If your guess is something huge, like a plane, a ship, or a tank, you’re up for a great surprise as the correct answer is – a two-stroke motorcycle. Yes, you read that right.

Meet the Whitelock Tinker Toy; a 48-cylinder motorcycle which was created by Hertfordshire Superbike Centre in the UK. According to the builder and owner of Hertfordshire Superbikes, Simon Whitelock, the insane motorcycle actually has 49 cylinders.

Tinker Toy

Ride To Five State Lookouts In New York

Where You’ll Enjoy a View of Five Different States

One of the many great things about living here in New York is that we happen to be so close to so many other amazing states. While we obviously prefer the way things are here in the Empire State, it’s always a great feeling to know that we can be in a new place within a matter of hours to enjoy all that our neighboring states have to offer. Well, if you’re looking to explore beyond our state without ever actually leaving it, then you’re going to love discovering how you can see five different states from this one lookout. Take a peek!

New York Lookouts

Crow Clean Up Crew

A Swedish company has come up with a rather clever way of curbing litter by training crows to collect discarded cigarette butts. The novel concept is reportedly the brainchild of Christian Günther-Hanssen, who formed the business Corvid Cleaning to put the plan into action. Currently being tested out on a small scale, the idea relies on the birds being rewarded with a treat when they pick up cigarette butts and deposit them in a small machine which dispenses the well-earned snack. Should the trial prove successful, Günther-Hanssen hopes to expand the operation throughout the city of Södertälje, which spends around $2 million a year to keep their streets clean

Coast to Coast

10 Mysterious Spots In Pennsylvania You Never Knew Existed!

You have your typical list of tourist destinations: art museums, amusement parks, hiking trails, etc… But then you have the weirder spots that will intrigue you a bit more. Here are some Pennsylvania places to visit that will leave you scratching your head for months afterward — and give you an interesting story to tell your friends.

Only In Your State

Backroads'

Spring Break 2022!

For those already set to attend, please make your group dinner reservations by May 1st to be included. You can email name and number in your group to editor@backroadsusa.com. Thanks!

https://backroadsusa.com/backroads-events

Spring Break

International Motorcycle Show 2022

IMS

Bluebird of Bitterness

A Valentine Message

from Starfleet

For Trekkers Only

Song of the Week

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCDIYvFmgW8

Weapon of Choice

Fat Boy Slim

I was sitting in a chair in a hotel lobby and had a flashback of this great song by Fat Boy Slim, made even better by the video that had the amazing Christopher Walken who positively nailed each move. Directed by Spike Jonez this tune will get you moving this Saturday morning...

TURN IT UP!

Fat Boy Slim

Now in Shops

the February Edition of Backroads!

It might be the middle of Winter but we're still on the go...

You can be too - with the February edition of Backroads!

Spring is coming - get ready to ride!

Backroads

Hermy's Sneak Peek of the

New Triumphs

Tuesday & Wednesday

March 1st and 2nd 2022

The all-new Speed Triple 1200 RR, Tiger 1200 and Tiger Sport 660 have been revealed and the Sneak Peek Tour is your exclusive opportunity for a firsthand look before they arrive in dealerships next year. These bikes are currently the only units anywhere outside of Europe and will be here in Hermy's showroom for your viewing pleasure.

Contact sales@hermys.com to place your deposit today...

Hermy's

Nolan Helmets presents:

The Escape of the Week

Penmerryl Farm

Greenville, VA

Penmerryl Farm, tucked away in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Virginia, is a unique resort offering a variety of over-nighting options and on-site amenities. They are conveniently located just a few miles off of I-81 and I -64, and are close to the historic cities of Lexington, Staunton, Harrisonburg, and Charlottesville.

The adjectives they can use to describe the farm are as varied as the guests and events they host, and may depend entirely on what kind of getaway you and your companions are wanting to create for yourselves. Whether you are looking for a fun and friendly venue for a reunion or event, a quiet weekend getaway, a stop over or home base for a travelling group of motorcyclists, or a convenient place to overnight both yourself and your horses, they cover all the bases.

Penmerryl Farm