Have you heard the news?

Old Vintage Cranks is now an authorized Lees-ure Lite Trailer dealer! Whether you're looking for a camping trailer to tow behind your motorcycle or need something for a car with limited towing capacity, oVc has the perfect solution. Our first shipment of premium quality Lees-ure Lite trailers is due to arrive within days. Here's your invitation to come in and check them out for yourself!

oVc's Ural Bobber - Impossible Fun!

It all started when Scott told me I had to take oVc’s Ural Frankenstein bobber out for a little spin.
 
“You won’t believe how great it rides,” he enthused.
 
I looked at him with all the skepticism I could muster but never one to back down from a challenge, I took the keys and wheeled oVc’s mad creation through the big roll up door to the outside parking area.
 
The story of the Ural bobber goes back to last winter when, obviously with an abundance of time on their hands, the oVc techs looked at an old Ural Northern Cruiser and for some inexplicable reason, saw the potential for a bobber. On the surface, taking a former sidecar rig and converting it into a customized two-wheeler seems to border on the ridiculous, but there is method in the madness.
 
Unlike other Urals, the Northern Cruiser does not employ a leading link front end so it is more than capable of running without a sidecar. Unencumbered from the weight of a sidecar, the massive torque the 750 cc boxer engine provides, makes for a very willing powerplant that is ideal for back-road cruising. The availability of a reverse gear may be a bit over the top, but it makes for a heck of a conversation starter at bike night!
 
Sitting on the bike, my first impression was that despite the old-style saddle seat, the riding position was very comfortable. The handle bars allowed my arms and hands to fall to a very natural position and the overall effect had me thinking that I was astride an early 50s machine heading off for a blast in the English countryside. Alas, there were no hedge-lined country laneways nearby so the back roads of Halton Hills would have to do.
 
Upon starting the bobber, the unmistakable sound of the venerable Ural boxer greeted my ears. I pulled in the clutch, tapped the shift lever down into first gear, and set off.

As expected, the bike cruised effortlessly and while the Ural bobber will never be mistaken for a Ducati Diablo, it is perfectly suited for a relaxing ride in the country. It feels immensely solid but at the same time, very maneuverable and while it does not have the tightest turning radius, it is very easy to roll from side to side on winding roads. I wouldn’t call it “flickable” by any means, but it certainly handles predictability and without any drama.
 
In a spirited session through farm country, it handled itself admirably and I had a massive grin plastered to my face the entire time. My apologies to the horsey people whose steeds were startled by the site of a giggling lunatic, riding hell bent for leather aboard a crazy steampunk-esque creation blasting along the usually serene roadways.
 
As I rolled in to the oVc parking area, Scott greeted me with a bit of a smirk knowing full well that I was having a great time on his mad creation. Until I had the chance to actually ride it, I would never have believed it could be such fun.

Fully reconditioned by the Ural experts at oVc, you can have this unique machine for just $6,500 plus HST. Take my word for it, you really need to check this one out in person.

So, who's going to Port Dover for the big Friday the 13th celebration next month?

oVc will be leaving the Acton area bright dark and early on the 13th so we can get prime setup space along the main street. Be sure to stop by and say hi if you’re also making the scene at Dover in October!

Customer Corner

Congratulations, Steve! Yet another Continental GT leaves the oVc showroom! That only leaves us with one red GT remaining until the 2018 models arrive next Spring.

Here's Ping demonstrating his immaculate Ural Patrol. Very sharp!

oVc Classifieds

It's a Sidecar Extravaganza!

Over the past few weeks we’ve taken in several used sidecars that we’re now offering at amazing discounts. These have all been meticulously reconditioned by the oVc experts and are ready and waiting for new owners. And with lots of Autumn riding still in store for us, now is the time to come in and save big on a quality used rig.

Let’s start with this impressive group of Urals:

2014 Ural Patrol - $10,750 plus HST

This black and silver Patrol has travelled 30,000 kms but only 20,000 on a new replacement engine. oVc knows this machine well and has serviced it for several years and can attest to the fact that this rig is in top mechanical shape. Options include extra driving lights, driver fairing and windscreen, passenger windscreen, and two Rotopax fuel containers.

2003 Ural Northern Cruiser - $7,500 plus HST

These well regarded Northern Cruisers are getting difficult to find and it is very rare to find one is such clean condition today. Only produced for one year and specifically for the Canadian market, this particular Northern Cruiser has been very well maintained and has been fully serviced by the experts at oVc. With just 31,500 kms on the clock, this Ural has got many years of great memories left to share!

2007 Ural Patrol - $7,800 plus HST

This one has been around the block a few times, but now sports a freshly rebuilt motor by the Ural gurus at oVc and is rarin' to go! At just $7,800 plus HST, this is a great bargain for anyone interested in the Ural lifestyle. Come in today to check her out for yourself.

1992 BMW K750 and Sputnik Sidecar - $7,500 plus HST

Powered by BMW's revered water-cooled, inline 3-cylinder powerplant, this rig is a well-mannered combo with enough zip to stay with any traffic. The sidecar is a clam-shell style that opens for easy entry and exit.

With just over 65,000 kms, this bike has been fully serviced by oVc and will be sold certified.

2013 Royal Enfield Chrome Classic with Inder Sidecar - $8,500 plus HST

This 2013 Chrome Classic Royal Enfield has been mated to a perfectly matching Inder sidecar and could very well be the prettiest little combo ever! Ideal for riding about town or a cruise along the backroads, this is a great sidecar for someone looking for their first rig to pilot.

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This lovely little sidecar handles great and is just a blast to ride. Comes with an auxiliary flood light on the sidecar and a delightfully retro sounding ah-ooga horn!

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Come in today to see this little beauty in person - you won't be disappointed!

Single-Wheel Cargo Trailers - $1,200 plus HST

Built by Third Wheel Trailers Inc. in St. Thomas, these clever little trailers make it possible for you to add up to 155 litres of storage space. With a unique swivel hitch that always ensures the trailer is tracking in the same wheel path as your bike, it also leans with you through the corners. Light and incredibly sturdy, this trailer will provide years of trouble-free service. Used only a handful of times, this trailer is in excellent condition and is available at half the price of a new trailer.