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Race Talk / MSILSF Lake Arrowhead 6-Hour Endurance Rally, August 7, 2011
« on: April 16, 2011, 01:23:58 AM »
Dear Enthusiast,

August 7th is a sacred date commemorating an event of epic proportion in the annals of world history. The Lake Arrowhead Invitational 6-Hour Endurance Rally round stunning Lake Arrowhead, on Highway #173 and North Bay Road, nestled in the San Bernardino National Forest, will provide riders time for reflection.
 
This venue is approximately 12 miles of tight up-n-down twisties, and is as close to Isle of Man T.T. conditions as a motor-scooter will ever get in the US.
 
Traditional displacement (actual "cc") classes per MSILSF Rules. 1st Place trophies awarded for each class. 2nd and 3rd place trophies will be awarded to any class with at least 6 entries. Entry Fee: $99.00; Rally Passport: $25.00. Ten percent (10%) of all proceeds will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Foundation. Includes event T-Shirt and MSILSF Patch.
 
91 octane petrol is available at Blue Jay 76, 27242 Highway #189, Blue Jay, CA (909) 337-8626.
 
The primary checkpoint, accommodation, libation and cuisine at the elegant Saddleback Inn, Lake Arrowhead, CA.
 
The Saddleback Inn has graciously offered MSILSF racers a 20% discount for your stay Saturday night, August 6th. Please contact Karen at (800) 858-3334, and give her the coupon code "MSILSF". If you decide to stay an additional night, Sunday, August 7th, the discount is a whopping 50%!
 
Initial entries by invitation; additional entries discretionary. Salton Sea T.T. participants will be given preference for as long as possible. Due to the nature of the venue being a resort community, the number of entries will be limited.
 
Sincerely,
 
Alan Spears, Scootermeister

Details: www.motorscooterlandspeedfederation.org



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Eye Candy | Videos and Pics / MSILSF Salton Sea T.T. 396-Mile Endurance Rally
« on: April 03, 2011, 12:33:27 AM »
Is the word "rally" really a euphemism for the term "road race"?

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Race Talk / MSILSF Lake Tahoe TT 360-Mile Endurance Rally
« on: April 03, 2011, 12:29:43 AM »
Entries are now being accepted:
www.motorscooterlandspeedfederation.org

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Race Talk / MSILSF Salton Sea T.T. 396-Mile Endurance Rally
« on: April 03, 2011, 12:23:57 AM »
Event results and pix posted to the website:
www.motorscooterlandspeedfederation.org

Kymco pix and race info posted to my personal website:
www.aesracingltd.com

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Race Talk / Salton Sea T.T. 396-Mile Endurance Rally, March 26th 2011
« on: March 11, 2011, 03:12:22 AM »
MSILSF is billing this event as the toughest street rally of 2011. It will be scored per MSILSF actual "cc" displacement classes. 1st Place trophies will be awarded to winners in each class, with giant trophies being awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Overall finishers.

There's a misperception the Salton Sea is a foul smelling body of water. While it's true during the summer months the combination of heat, salinity, algae and wind cause fish to die causing a stench, the weather should be quite pleasant in late March.

Several MSILSF Land-Speed Racers are entered, including 400cc Land-Speed Record Holder Linda Hurley.
Entries close March 15th.

Alan Spears, Scootermeister

". . . Call it a journey, a trip, a tour, a vigorous jaunt (anything but a race), and, no matter how loose the rules or how much fun the event generates, it must be taken seriously. . . ." A quote from Doug Scribner, Long-Haired Weirdo Racing Team, in his recount of the 1972 Cannonball Sea-To-Shining-Sea Memorial Trophy Dash, in Brock Yates' book "Cannonball! World's Greatest Outlaw Road Race", MBI Publishing, St. Paul, MN (2003)




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Race Talk / Lake Tahoe TT 360-Mile Endurance Rally
« on: February 02, 2011, 03:29:45 PM »
Plan ahead! Book your reservations at Big Pines Mountain House (530) 541-5155 using the promotional discount code MSILSF.

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Race Talk / Tire Choices
« on: February 01, 2011, 04:00:30 PM »
This is what the Marketing Director of Pirelli USA thinks of motor-scooter land-speed. I have Pirellis on my Kymco S9, RZ350, two RG250s, Piaggio MP3 and Harley. I also installed Sport Demons on my recently sold RZ500. If they sell them to fools like me, shouldn't they have some interest in supporting them?

Alan Spears
MSILSF Pro Rider No. 123
www.aesracingltd.com
 
Land-Speed Events:
MSILSF Second Annual U.S. Motor-Scooter Land Speed Trials (Venue TBA), September 17th/18th 2011
Endurance Rallies:
MSILSF Salton Sea T.T. 396-Mile Endurance Rally, March 26th 2011, Brawley, CA
Lake Erie Loop 650-Mile Endurance Race, June 10th-12th 2011, Wellington, Ohio www.lakeerieloop.com

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Alan,
 
Thank you for your interest in Pirelli. We are currently not involved in sponsoring land speed records with scooters. If we decide to go in this direction we will contact you. Due to the size of the scooter sales in the U.S. versus a market like Europe or Asia, we don't currently commit to racing efforts with these products.
 
Regards,
 
abc
Chris Wall
Director of Marketing
Pirelli Tire N.A. Moto Division
100 Pirelli Drive
Rome, Georgia 30115
Office: 706-368-5427
Mobile:706-766-4335
WWW.GETPIRELLI.COM

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Race Talk / Kymco S9 Auxiliary Floorboard Fuel System
« on: January 30, 2011, 11:05:32 PM »
System 99% complete.

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Race Talk / Auxiliary Fuel for Endurance Racing
« on: January 25, 2011, 02:20:59 AM »
I found a realy kewl 1/2 gallon Go-Kart tank that will fit neatly on centerline of the floorboards of an S8 or S9. It will require a micro transfer pump and some creative "plumbing", but it's doable. I've ordered al the components to install one on my Kymco S9 Malossi 70cc Racer preparatory to the Salton Sea 396-Mile TT Race. Installation pix to follow.
 ;D

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Race Talk / First Annual U.S. Motor-Scooter Land-Speed Trials, Nov. 21st 2010
« on: January 16, 2011, 07:13:53 AM »
A podcast pertaining to this event was created this date and published to the web:
http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=16296&cmd=tc

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Super 9 / 2006 Kymco S9 70cc Malossi Racer
« on: December 20, 2010, 12:25:22 AM »
My S9 is for sale. Check it out on the For Sale forum.

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For Sale / 2006 Kymco S9 Malossi Racer For Sale
« on: December 20, 2010, 12:01:27 AM »
My name is Alan. I am the Scootermeister of Motor-Scooter International Land-Speed Federation.
 
I am selling my 2006 Kymco S9 70cc Malossi Racer.
 
It's equipped with a Dellorto 21mm racing carb; braided steel Spectre fuel lines; Leo Vince Scoot Exhaust; Malossi 70cc L/C Top-End; Malossi Racing Clutch; Malossi Variator; and Malossi Racing Belt. There is 2.5 gallon alloy fuel tank mounted under the seat. This racer runs on pre-mix (Maxima 927 Racing Castor and Shell Premium) at 32:1. 
 
Following the First Annual U.S. Motor-Scooter Land-Speed Trials on November 21st, I had this racer professionally detailed by Black Diamond (www.blackdiamond.com).
 
This Kymco is extremely fast, has very little running time on the engine, and positively absolutely ready for the MSILSF Euphoria: Salton Sea 396-Mile Endurance Rally, March 26th 2011.
 
CA licensed.
 
My scoot is garaged in Bermuda Dunes, CA 92203, and is ready for immediate pick-up. I will consider delivering it in Southern California for gas and travel expenses.
 
Spares include a fresh set of Pirelli S27s; Dellorto Jet Box; NGK Plugs; Reed Block/Reeds; Water Pump; and top-end gaskets.
 
Sincerely,
 
Alan Spears,
Scootermeister
alanspears@motorscooterlandspeedfederation.org


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Race Talk / I need your vote!
« on: December 18, 2010, 10:37:31 PM »
My name is Alan. I race a Kymco S9 70cc Malossi. I am seeking sponsorship from Prilosec OTC (Proctor & Gamble) and I need your vote! Please go to http://www.officialsponsor.com/applications/view/8932, Register with an e-mail and user name, then return to Candidates, Category 106 Autos/Motorcycles, and cast a vote for ME and my KYMCO S9. Thank you very much!

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Race Talk / Rules 1., 1.G., and 1.G.(a)
« on: December 13, 2010, 05:57:51 PM »
Mon, December 13, 2010 9:29:21 AM
Rules 1, 1.G and 1.G.(a)
From: Alan Spears <msilsf@yahoo.com> View Contact
To: "Carl Hancock; VP Operations"; "Michael E. Turner; Esq."; "Dennis Rowe; Chief Tech Inspector" Cc:

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Gentlemen,
 
This past weekend Kathleen Hilz, Scott Hamblin and I spent hours debating the definitions of motor-scooters and miniature motorcycles. Our consensus of opinion is the definition of a motor-scooter under Rule 1 is the correct one:
 
"Motor scooters are defined as a two-wheel motorized vehicle with step-through frame and a flat floorboard for the rider's feet. The scooter engine and drive system are attached to the rear axle. In contrast to a frame mounted motorcycle engine, this front-hinged arrangement allows the engine to swing vertically in conjunction with the motion of the rear wheel. Older Vespas and Lambrettas, most vintage scooters, and some newer retro models have axle mounted engines with a manual transmission with the gear shift and clutch controls built into the left handlebar. Current generation scooters use a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Scooters generally feature bodywork, including a front leg shield and body that conceals all or most of the mechanicals. There is often some integral storage space, either under the seat, built into the front leg shield, or both. Most modern motor scooters have smaller wheels than motorcycles, between 10" and 14" inches in diameter. Most scooters have smaller engines than motorcycles (between 50 Cubic-centimeter cc and 500cc) with a single cylinder, though larger models have twin-cylinder engines to 650cc."

We specifically find the Mustang replica is not a "scooter" notwithstanding it's small wheels. Hence it will never be classified as a "scooter". Consequently, to keep true to our Federation objectives and our scooter enthusiasts, we will not be homolgating the Mustang, YSR50 Yamahas, or motorcycles fitted with small wheels as "scooters". Rule 1.G. is modified accordingly:
 
"1.G. HYBRIDS (NON STEP-THROUGH SMALL WHEEL CYCLES)

Hybrid scooters are defined as two-wheel motorized vehicles that resemble miniature motorcyles fitted with solid aluminum or steel motor-scooter type wheels not exceeding 14". Hybrids have a frame-mounted motorcycle engine featuring a manual transmission with a foot-operated gear shift and clutch lever mounted on the left handlebar. Unless otherwise stated in these Rules, Hybrid engine displacement is limited to 150cc. Engines shall be normally aspirated. Insofar as the foregoing Rules (1.A through 1.F, inclusive) are not inconsistent with this definition, they apply. Hybrid cycles shall compete separately from traditional step-through motor-scooters in a class designated as 150cc Hybrid."

As regards the Fuji S101 Ninja-powered/chain-driven scooter, we recognize it started life as a scooter, and has the external physical characteristics of a scooter. Nevertheless, it is fitted with a Ninja engine. Rule 1.G.(a) permitting it to run is appropriate, and reconfirmed without modification. The Ninja-powered Fuji remains distinguished from traditional motor-scooters.

"1.G.(a) HYBRIDS (STEP-THROUGH SCOOTERS)

Hybrid scooters are defined as two wheel motorized vehicles fitted with solid aluminum or steer motor-scooter type wheels not exceeding 14". Hybrids have a frame-mounted motorcycle engine, with chain or belt final drive, featuring a manual transmission with a foot-operated gear shift and cluth lever mounted on the left handlebar. Unless otherwise stated, Hybrid engine displacement for step-through scooters is limited to 250cc. Engines shall be normally aspirated. Insofar as the foregoing Rules (1.A through 1.F, inclusive) are not inconsistent with this definition, they apply. Hybrid scooter shall compete separately from tranditional step-through motor-scooters in a class designated 250cc Hybrid."

We will continue to accommodate the Mustang replicas, and the chain-driven Fuji, running in classes properly distinguished from traditional motor-scooters for the simple reason that SCTA bars them from competition. Racers seeking to enter small wheel cycles falling outside the ambit of Rules 1, 1.G, and 1.G.(a), will be examined on an ad hoc basis. Because of time constraints associated with conducting events at land-speed venues, requests to add new classes must be submitted in writing at least twelve (12) months in advance of the event in which entry is sought. The MSILSF Executive Committee will respond to such requests within ninety (90) days, and may summarily deny same without explanation.

 
Alan


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Race Talk / First Annual U.S. Motor-Scooter Land-Speed Trials, Nov. 21st 2010
« on: December 05, 2010, 06:12:56 PM »

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