Clares Cycle and Sports

Meet John Clare - Founder and Owner of Clare's Cycle John Clare’s love affair with motorcycles started in 1949, at age 15, when he received a 1930 Harley-Davidson® motorcycle as payment for a plumbing repair. Over the years, he has participated in nearly every branch of motorcycle sport, including road racing, trials, scrambles,hill climbs and dirt track. His enthusiasm was rewarded in 1974, when he was recognized by Premier Bill Davis as ‘Ontario Sportsman of the Year’ for his distinguished performance in amateur sports. When it comes to the people who have been instrumental in the development of the sport of motorcycling in Canada, few have had the same level of influence as John Clare. A force in the industry for over 65 years now,  John opened his first motorcycle shop in 1955 in the small town of Fenwick, Ontario. Despite starting his venture in a sparsely populated area, he became the largest Yamaha dealer in the country by 1965, a truly remarkable accomplishment. To th...

10 Tips For Winter Motorcycle Storage IT'S TIME TO START PLANNING ON WHERE YOU'LL STORE YOUR MOTORCYCLE THIS WINTER.   Your motorcycle doesn’t like the winter any more than you do, so rather than leave it in the garage with a blanket on it why not store it at CLARE’S?    C all Clare's Cycle & Sports today to arrange an appointment time and date to drop off your motorcycle for winter storage. They are here to help you get your bike ready for the winter season. Clare's Cycle & Sports Call 905-892-2664 or email service@clarescycle.com to arrange your appointment. WINTER MOTORCYCLE STORAGE GUIDE Improper storage of your motorcycle can lead to numerous problems, including a discharged battery, rusted fuel tank, clogged fuel lines or carburetors, faded paint, rust, mildew... By following these storage guidelines in conjunction with the Owner's Manual and Service Manual information, your motorcycle will be ready to ride in the spring. This guide can also b...