1997 Moose Interceptor

Sometime in April 2014, a lone member from the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol, took Moose Interceptor # 9 out to stretch its legs.  On this day the destination was Bobcaygeon, Ontario.  Moose Interceptor  # 9 is a first response motorcycle, designed to reach a downed moose as soon as possible after the initial moose report is called into Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol headquarters.  The Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol deploys dozens of various Moose Interceptors across the great expanse of Canada.  

This particular Moose Interceptor was designed and manufactured in Italy to secret specifications mandated by the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol for moose intercept duties.

Moose Interceptor # 9 was commissioned in 1997 and was delivered in 1998 after a brief stop over at the Vatican where the bike was blessed by Pope John Paul.



1997 Moose Interceptor # 9 Specifications

ENGINE SPECS

Engine Type: 1064 cc, 4 Stroke - Air Cooled - 90° V Twin
Engine Bore and Stroke: 92 mm x 80 mm
Valves 2 valves/cylinder
Claimed Horsepower: 90 hp (67.1 kW) @ 7800 rpm
Maximum Torque: 95 Nm (70.1 ft. lbs) @ 6000 rpm

Transmission type: 5 speed
Final Drive: Shaft

MISCELLANEOUS SPECS

Tire - Front: 120/70-17
Tire - Rear: 160/70-17
Brakes - Front: dual 320 mm discs with 4-piston calipers
Brakes - Rear: single 282 mm disc with 2-piston calipers

DIMENSIONS

Overall - Length: 2125 mm (83.7 inches)
Overall - Width: 690 mm (27.2 inches)
Overall - Height: 1095 mm (43.1 inches)
Seat Height: 810 mm (31.9 inches)
Wheelbase 1475 mm (58.1 inches)
Fuel Capacity: 19 l (5 Gal)
Dry Weight (without fluids): 221 kg (487.2 pounds)

 PERFORMANCE

Top Speed - Classified

0 - 60 MPH - Classified

Maximum Moose Dragging Speed ( 1800lb moose dragged with 50lb chain )  172 MPH

Moose Interceptor #9. Photo taken in Bobcaygeon.  Frozen lake in background. No moose this day.

The Honda SL. The Ultimate Bush Bike. Part 2

Let's face it.  Moose can be bastards.  When a moose gets hit by a truck, members of the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol prefer it when the moose dies right there by the side of the road. Occasionally a moose will get hit by a vehicle and then stumble off into the bush to die.  For this reason, the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol has a fleet of  "bush bikes" which are deployed into the forest to retrieve moose carcasses.  These light weight, yet powerful machines are put into service with a chain to drag the dead moose out of the bush to a secret location where it can be properly dispatched and processed into sausage.   One of the preferred bikes put into service by the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol is the Honda SL.

This particular Honda SL 125 is being restored by Patrolman Orcutt.  Please note the jewel-like engine restoration.

This Honda SL, which has been modified by Patrolman Orcutt, has been dyno tested to produce in excess of 150HP when running on regular octane pump gas. 

With the proper gearing, this motorcycle can drag an 1800 lb moose at a constant speed of 135 MPH.

Secret proprietary tires.  Specifically designed by the Ministry of Moose Patrol for the express purpose of moose dragging.  These tires are not available to the public.

This secret photograph documents Patrolman Orcutt as he rushes to the scene of a downed moose on his trusty Yamaha DT.

Patrolman Orcutt demonstrates his polishing technique.

This is the lounge area at Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol secret lodge # 4.

This is the command centre at Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol secret lodge # 4

And So, Mid Ohio Preparations Begin. Sort Of.

On this date, in a remote secret cabin, several members from the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol gathered to discuss the upcoming moose patrol season and of course to discuss the annual trip to Mid Ohio.  This event was documented for posterity.  The Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol members who were able to attend this meeting would like to extend a heart felt salutation to patrolman Armstrong who could not attend this event due to important plumbing issues.  Patrolman Armstrong, your dedication to the maintenance of your bathroom serves as a shining example to all Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol members.  We salute you sir! 

The Honda SL. The Ultimate Bush Bike. Part 1

Somewhere in the recesses of cold and hostile central Ontario there is a small and humble cabin.

Inside the cabin, Patrolman Orcutt is hard at work on the latest mechanical thoroughbred to be pressed into service by the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol.

Its a work in progress presently.  More details in months to come.

Mr. Smith Goes To Mosport

Yet another video from the extensive Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol cinema archives.  Royal Canadian Patrolman Roy Smith sends his trusty Triumph TR6 into battle at Mosport Motor Speedway.  Although relatively new to the big track at Mosport, Mr. Smith is able to keep his car competitively placed amongst the Porsche's and Ferrari's.  The Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol would like to salute Patrolman Smith in a job well done sir.

2013 Mid Ohio Photos

In the sumer of 2013,  members from the the Royal Canadian Motorcycle Patrol went to Mid Ohio for the AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days.  The following photographs were produced at that time.