Torker 2 was introduced only after Torker's bankrupcy in 1984. At that time the Torker name was purchased by Seattle Bike Supply (SBS). Then acquired by the Marui Brothers, who also owned Tioga. It was Marui who launched the Torker 2. Torker was operated under Marui until sometime in the late 80's when SBS reacquired the brand.
The Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad was a Class I railroad in the US with its first train operating in October 1852. In 1974, the road adopted a new color scheme proclaiming "The Rock." The Rock Island entered bankruptcy and was liquidated in 1980.