Burt Munro is a 67-year-old New Zealander who is obsessed with speed. He is a loner who lives in a bike shed on a vacant lot in a family neighborhood. He spends most of his time modifying his beloved 1920s Indian motorcycle, and occasionally racing it against modern opponents. The movie's plot revolves primarily around Burt attempting to follow his dream of setting a new land speed record with his Indian at the Bonneville Salt Flats near Wendover, Utah. Burt is loved in his community for his friendly and charming personality; and for having been featured in Popular Mechanics magazine (May 1957 p6) for having the fastest motorcycle in Australia and New Zealand. However, that recognition is contrasted by his exasperated neighbors, who are fed up with his un-neighborly habits: like urinating on his lemon tree every morning, neglecting his yardwork, and most of all waking up before sunrise to rev his bike. Before Burt is scheduled to start his journey to the United States, he is diagnosed with serious heart problems and is told that his racing days are over. For 25 years he has dreamt of going to Bonneville and racing his Indian, so he ignores his doctor's advice to stay at home. Burt leaves for the United States, with most people doubting his ability to succeed, but Tom, the young boy who lives next door, believes in Burt. When Burt arrives in Los Angeles he experiences bureaucracy, skepticism and coldness of big city people. It is his blunt but gregarious nature which ...
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The World's Fastest Indian
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
The World's Fastest Indian Video Clips. Duration : 2.45 Mins.
Burt Munro is a 67-year-old New Zealander who is obsessed with speed. He is a loner who lives in a bike shed on a vacant lot in a family neighborhood. He spends most of his time modifying his beloved 1920s Indian motorcycle, and occasionally racing it against modern opponents. The movie's plot revolves primarily around Burt attempting to follow his dream of setting a new land speed record with his Indian at the Bonneville Salt Flats near Wendover, Utah. Burt is loved in his community for his friendly and charming personality; and for having been featured in Popular Mechanics magazine (May 1957 p6) for having the fastest motorcycle in Australia and New Zealand. However, that recognition is contrasted by his exasperated neighbors, who are fed up with his un-neighborly habits: like urinating on his lemon tree every morning, neglecting his yardwork, and most of all waking up before sunrise to rev his bike. Before Burt is scheduled to start his journey to the United States, he is diagnosed with serious heart problems and is told that his racing days are over. For 25 years he has dreamt of going to Bonneville and racing his Indian, so he ignores his doctor's advice to stay at home. Burt leaves for the United States, with most people doubting his ability to succeed, but Tom, the young boy who lives next door, believes in Burt. When Burt arrives in Los Angeles he experiences bureaucracy, skepticism and coldness of big city people. It is his blunt but gregarious nature which ...
Burt Munro is a 67-year-old New Zealander who is obsessed with speed. He is a loner who lives in a bike shed on a vacant lot in a family neighborhood. He spends most of his time modifying his beloved 1920s Indian motorcycle, and occasionally racing it against modern opponents. The movie's plot revolves primarily around Burt attempting to follow his dream of setting a new land speed record with his Indian at the Bonneville Salt Flats near Wendover, Utah. Burt is loved in his community for his friendly and charming personality; and for having been featured in Popular Mechanics magazine (May 1957 p6) for having the fastest motorcycle in Australia and New Zealand. However, that recognition is contrasted by his exasperated neighbors, who are fed up with his un-neighborly habits: like urinating on his lemon tree every morning, neglecting his yardwork, and most of all waking up before sunrise to rev his bike. Before Burt is scheduled to start his journey to the United States, he is diagnosed with serious heart problems and is told that his racing days are over. For 25 years he has dreamt of going to Bonneville and racing his Indian, so he ignores his doctor's advice to stay at home. Burt leaves for the United States, with most people doubting his ability to succeed, but Tom, the young boy who lives next door, believes in Burt. When Burt arrives in Los Angeles he experiences bureaucracy, skepticism and coldness of big city people. It is his blunt but gregarious nature which ...
Proform Tour De France Indoor Cycling Trainer Assembly - Gen 2 Bike
Monday, August 27, 2012
Proform Tour De France Indoor Cycling Trainer Assembly - Gen 2 Bike Video Clips. Duration : 4.65 Mins.
I ordered my Proform TDF Indoor Cycling Trainer on 11/26/11, it arrived on 12/9/11 and this movie details the unboxing of the bike and the initial set-up.
I ordered my Proform TDF Indoor Cycling Trainer on 11/26/11, it arrived on 12/9/11 and this movie details the unboxing of the bike and the initial set-up.
Cyclo-CLUB Indoor Trainer Review: Minoura Mag M80-RW
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Cyclo-CLUB Indoor Trainer Review: Minoura Mag M80-RW Video Clips. Duration : 7.70 Mins.
Cyclo-CLUB Membership and Cycling Concepts have teamed up to offer you, the Everyday Cyclist unbiased reviews on popular indoor cycling trainers to help you choose the trainer that is best suited for you. We begin with the Minoura Mag M80-RW. Please go to cyclo-club.com for full reviews and to become a member today.
Cyclo-CLUB Membership and Cycling Concepts have teamed up to offer you, the Everyday Cyclist unbiased reviews on popular indoor cycling trainers to help you choose the trainer that is best suited for you. We begin with the Minoura Mag M80-RW. Please go to cyclo-club.com for full reviews and to become a member today.
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