February 7, 2008

Welcome from Andre Harris

Hi, my name is Andre Harris (you can call me Dre’); I’m the Events and Show Coordinator in the marketing department of Yamaha Motor Canada.

I’ll be one of the folks blogging here; often I’ll blog about sport bikes, though I’ll cover anything motorcycle-related (especially if you ask me to!

Now, a bit about my background…

I’ve worked at Yamaha Motor Canada for going on five years. I like my job – the company is full of enthusiasts, and I get to travel and meet like-minded individuals. And I get to sample the latest and greatest of a wide selection equipment – from dirt bikes and sport bikes to large-displacement cruisers, even beginner bikes.

And quite often, I’m testing one-of-a-kind equipment, before it even goes into mass production! Cool, eh?

I’ve been riding since 1974 (I’m NOT telling you my age! I was out of diapers, but not old enough to get a mature rider insurance discount
My first bike, way back when, was virtually unheard of in Canada, but it was all I could afford – brand new for $600! It was a Jawa CZ 175 [JaWa the first two letters of the developer’s name- Janecek – and first two from a competitor’s model Wanderer; the CZ for Czechoslovakia.)

I’ve been training novice riders as part of the Humber College Rider Training program for more than 20 years, and instructing in advanced cruiser/touring at the FAST Road Racing School for more than seven years.

I was asked recently if I have a favourite bike; I don’t think so – really, any bike with an attitude (but not too obnoxious!) The MT-01 torque sport bike, Vmax, and Roadliner all come to mind.

My hobbies? If it’s got a motor and handle bars… I want to ride it!

Why am I blogging? ‘Cause I want to share my passion (obsession?), relay my stories and experience – and generally be part of the never-ending quest for what it is about motorcycling that we true enthusiasts like so much!

Dre

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2 Responses to “Welcome from Andre Harris”

1. Dare-BO says:
   

   Oh the Dre has a BLOGGER happening – good for you!

   Saw you at the B.A.D ride what appeared to be setting up a Yamaha tent. You set it up, and then did not see you again.

   I’m trying to get my BW50 (big wheel Yam. scooter). How does a person drain the carb – where is the drainage screw located. It is SO compact I cannot find it. SO that’s when the DRE is asked!

   Dare-Bo

   June 9th, 2008 at 1:44 pm
2. Yamaha Dirt Bikes says:
   

   Hi Dre,
   Nice to know about you,Your passion to ride & your experiences.Can U elaborate something on Yamaha Ttr230 Dirt Bike.

   January 23rd, 2009 at 4:06 am

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