CoMMiTTEE REPoRTS

Paul hughes Vice President’s Report

So the year has got off to more of the same from 2021. The committee is well aware of the various scenarios facing all of us and will continue to make decisions based on the best outcomes for the membership. The month has been a combination of wet weather, long periods at home and some bike cleaning. Have managed some local rides and I am constantly amazed at what I see people do on our roads. Leaving aside the stupid acts on bikes on the close-by mountains, I witnessed a rather soul uplifting experience the other day. Merging traffic on a motorway. Bike in front and merging with indicator on. Four wheel drive without indication , screams across 3 lanes of traffic to push in front of the bike. Some obvious distress from the bike rider who is now behind the offending four-bee. Then behold the 4x4 driver gives the bird to the rider on the black BMW RS. Just at that moment the party lights on the bike come on and the 4x4 is pulled over by the officer on the unmarked bike. Officer looks purposeful when I pass him (lol). There is a god, is all I can think of at the time. Maybe there is a purpose for unmarked authority bikes after all. February will mark our first membership longevity awards presentation and I would urge everyone to get involved and turn up. The facility needs numbers for catering purposes, so if you intend to come along please indicate so two weeks prior. There have been several updates released on the BMW National Motorrad Rally in June. Info is in the this journal, Facebook and the web forum. Sounds like a fun time. The committee continues to provide great opportunities for riding, social and learning experiences. Get amongst it and get the best value from your membership. Ride safe and watch those black BMW RS’s.

Cheers

Paul

Darryl Gowlett Treasurer’s Report

G’day everyone, Well looky here. Christmas has been and went, and we’re already one month down on a Covid infested year. Life couldn’t be more interesting. The end of year barbecue, it wasn’t a Christmas party ‘cos I didn’t get any presents, made a couple of bucks which we forwarded on to our charity of choice. The biggie was getting some advertising dollars in. This is the penultimate report for this year, with the audit due out for the AGM in March. I might say more then, but perhaps not. Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be critical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass. This story’s getting mushy, but riding your BMW out west, where it’s really arid, makes you want for nothing. Except maybe a beer.. Ciao,

Darryl

Steven johnson Secretary’s Report

To borrow a phrase, I wish to thank everyone who has continued to support the Club throughout this difficult and testing time. With respect to our monthly gatherings at the Geebung RSL, Zoom meetings are a poor substitute to attending in person and mixing and talking to people about our passions! Big news for me is that I have again wrenched myself out of retirement (god I love money), hopefully for a short time (again). Other news, non-motorcycle related, but a similar adrenaline rush, is that I have resumed my flying lessons out at Caboolture aerodrome in an airplane called a Sling LSA - Google it and see. Currently studying for my solo exam so wish me luck! Our skeptical Vice President still can’t believe that someone lets me at the controls of an airplane. Go figure. Steven

BMWMCQ Meeting Minutes – 2 December 2021 Venue: Geebung RSl Club

Meeting Opened:

7:30 pm Apologies: Maggie Rafanowicz, Mark Mustchin, Cindy & Duncan Bennett, Ross & Jenny Layther, Merv Bone , Gary Bennett Minutes of Previous General Meeting: Accepted: Rosi Johnson Seconded: Paul Hughes

Number of Attendees: 32

New Members (Name & MC): Visitors: Returning Members: Treasurer Report: Editor Report:

Tools Report:

Regalia Report:

Records Report:

None recorded for this month Throw your leg over representatives – Alan & Bridget None Nothing new to report – refer Journal for full details. Editors not in attendance at this meeting. Of note is that another great Journal has been put together for December 2021. Next Service Day is confirmed for 5 February 2022. Members are encouraged to forward any new purchases (tools & the like) to Bill Luyten to raise at any upcoming Committee Meeting for endorsement. Cloth badges should be available in early 2022. A reminder to members that Goldstar Embroidery will accept any clothing bought to their business. You do not have to purchase their merchandise (T-shirts, bags etc.) 261 financial members, with 3 x new members signed up in November 2021.

Events Report:

Members encouraged keeping checking the Events tab in Facebook to see latest updates on all upcoming rides/events. In Mark’s absence, Paul Hughes provided the Events update. Club Christmas party this weekend – ensure that if you are intending to participate that you RSVP tonight as shopping will be happening tomorrow (Friday). In a nutshell, remaining December events as follows:

• Saturday 11 December – Coffee meet up at Preece’s on the Park. • Saturday 18 December – Sunny Coast Brunch Ride – Café Mooloolah

Secretary Report:

Dealer Liaison Report:

Clubs Australia Report:

Vice Presidents Report:

President Report:

Talk by Alan & Bridget from “Throw your Leg Over”

General Business Closed:

Correspondence in:

• Email forwarded to me by Greg Gaffney which included a flyer for next year’s Karuah River Rally. • Post box only contained copies of NSW Touring Club Journals for

September through November 2021.

• Of note was a three (3) page listing of all their members across the State willing to offer the likes of: i. Emergency accommodation ii. Technical/mechanical assistance

iii. Retrieval of bikes (subject to distances) & iv. Social contact – give them a call if passing through for a social catch-up.

I understand that this idea was once present in our own Club Journal – will be raised at the next Committee Meeting for further discussion. Don reports that his GS is back – alternator issue is now fixed. Morgan & Wacker report long backlog for booking in for servicing etc. Stock – discounts are available on some bikes (not GS’s). The new R1300GS likely to make an appearance by next August. BMW (Germany) to hold its latest Teams meeting at 8:00pm on 17 December 2021. Paul Hughes to insert in the Events calendar. Club volunteers for all manner of events were thanked for their efforts – in particular the Cane Toad & Frigid Digit Rally’s. Thank you all. It was incorrectly reported that the next Committee Meeting would be an open affair to be held at Preece’s Café. This is not the case. The next Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday 13 December 2021. The Committee Meeting proposed where members will be welcome to attend will occur in 2022 on a date yet to be confirmed. For the Christmas Party attendees are encouraged to bring along a chair, hat & sunscreen. BYO tea & coffee (Club will be providing soft drinks & water). Tony has purchased a new book – “Sky’s the Limit” by the author Hugh Yorston (former BMWMCQ member).Book will be available for loan via the usual channel – see Lady Jane Gray. In recognising club membership longevity, a series of year badges have been struck which will be presented at a special event prior to the 2022 AGM. Date/details etc. to be confirmed. Bridget & Alan spoke to the members about their recent travels, hints and tips for the motorcycle traveller. The presentation was very well received by the members and a big thank you goes out to them for donating a couple of prizes for the club raffle. Charlie Brown won the USB stick containing details of their Europe trip (phase one). We understand that Bridget & Alan are returning to Europe in 2022 (COVID restrictions allowing) with a view to creating a new series of rides. We wish them well. Thanks for coming along.

Nothing carried forward. 8:35 pm, next meeting 13 January 2022.

BMWMCQ Meeting Minutes – 13 january 2022 Venue: Zoom Meeting

Meeting Opened:

7:30 pm Apologies: None noted Minutes of Previous General Meeting: Accepted: To be postponed to February Meeting Seconded: N/A

Number of Attendees: Circa. 18 (members logged on/off during the meeting)

New Members (Name & MC): Eduard Julyan – recently moved up from Victoria. Rides a 2020 GSA 1250

Chris Evans – 2014 rides a R800GS.

Visitors: Returning Members: Treasurer Report: Editor Report:

Tools Report:

Regalia Report:

Records Report:

Events Report:

Welcome to the group. None None Darryl not in attendance for this Zoom Meeting No Journal for January. As always, seeking photos, and personal experiences from recent rides and the like.

Photo Competition – must be a photo taken in the current month Surprise us all! Prize – BMW regalia voucher to the value of $30.00 Next Service Day is confirmed for 5 February 2022, starting 9:00am through to 3:00PM. Bill provided, for the benefit of new members, a rundown of the day, including what tools/equipment is available, plus the fund raising from the sale of food and drinks. Rosi to touch base with Gold Star Embroidery regarding the patches. Currently 269 financial members, with 6 x new members signed up since the last meeting. A reminder to all members that, if you believe that you are not receiving renewal notifications, please contact Greg directly. Members encouraged keeping checking the Events tab in Facebook to see latest updates on all upcoming rides/events. A snapshot of upcoming events for the rest of January are as follows:

• Jolly’s Lookout Breakfast Ride from 7:30am

• Coffee Meet Up at Little Italy Red Hill on Saturday 22 January at 9:00am • The next instalment of the BCCM Webcast is on Friday 28

January at 7:00pm

Secretary Report:

Dealer Liaison Report:

Clubs Australia Report:

Vice Presidents Report:

President Report:

Correspondence in: • Thank you letter from RFDS for the fundraising effort via Cindy’s shaker tin - $51.55 received with thanks. • RFDS Summer edition magazine and Wall Planner. If anyone would like the wall planner, please let me know.

• BMW Touring Club of NSW December 2021 Journal – available if members wish to read. (If the February Meeting is held at the Geebung RSL, I will bring them along) Don reports that he has recently visited the BMW Dealers in SE Qld who report as previous months – still limited stock new and used. There are however specials to be had – check the various relevant websites for details of current specials. Don also reported that he (or was it Kate?) has purchased a GS1250. The “old” bike will be up for sale soon (apparently) Registration opens in late January 2022 for the May 2022 Tasmanian GS Safari. BMW (Germany) to hold its latest Teams meeting at 7:00pm on 28 January 2022 (as noted previously in the Events). Paul Hughes to insert in the Events calendar. If you have any queries that you would like discussed on the webcast, please send them through to Paul Hughes soonest. A reminder to all members of the upcoming Karuah River Rally being held on the weekend of the 12 – 14 February 2022. Register (and pay) to receive your patch. Tony noted that some members (without naming them) are unwell – the Club wishes them a speedy recovery.

A reminder to all members that for the AGM on 3rd March 2022, all committee positions will be declared vacant. Anyone interested in running for any position is encourage to apply or, if they wish, contact and chat with President Tony Gray.

General Business Closed:

Another reminder to members to confirm via the Events tab that they are attending a posted Event. This is particularly important for the venues in order to cater appropriately for the numbers of members turning up. Nothing carried forward. 8:20 pm, next meeting 13 January 2022.

records@ bmwmcq.org.au Greg Gaffney Records Officer Report

Being laid low doing a project for a client and avoiding Omicron. This has meant missing out, once again, on a number of rides and events! Project finished and I was getting back on my bike ready for some events. Went to the service station at Nundah to check my tyre pressures and the machine went into error when inflating my rear tyre and resulted in DEFLATING the tyre to about 25 psi. Had to ride a few kilometres to the next service station at Virginia on a very deflated rear tyre. It was good however to see my dash gave me an appropriate low pressure alarm. Cheers, Greg.

Welcome to New Members:

Graeme Norfolk, MANSFIELD, R1200GS Adventure Bob Koning, BULIMBA Graham Golding, MORAYFIELD Eduard & Linda Julyan, MINDEN, R1250GSA Scott Wilmot, MAPLETON, R1250GSA Till Weinhold, ALGESTER, S100XR Matthew Miles, BUSHLAND BEACH, R60/2, R100T, R100RS Clayton & Belynda Thorley, KENMORE, R1200GSA Bernard Cross, HARRISVILLE, F800GS

Bill luyten Service Day

The Club will hold a Service Day on Saturday 5th February at Rob Wynne’s place starting at 0930. Location: 61-63 Saint Jude Circuit Jimboomba (Just off Mt Lindesay Highway) Note: some GPSs require the suburb to be “Glenlogan” Come along and service or repair something on your bike. You may just want to ask advice about an issue with your bike. You may be able to offer advice to a club member who is not sure about the job at hand. Anyway it’s a chance to get together and do bike stuff.

The Hydraulic Bike Lift will be available along with the Comprehensive Tool kit and GS911 scan tool. We will be providing a Sausage Sizzle with chicken kebabs, steaks and maybe even some sausages. Drinks at very reasonable prices (proceeds to the RFDS).

Repair Manuals

The Club has various Repair Manuals available to borrow, mainly for older bikes.

Tools for loan

There are special tools available including the GS-911WiFi and 3 pin diagnostic tools.

Tool’s Report

Special Tools

• 34mm socket for rotating crankshaft • Twinmax electronic carburettor balancer (Twin BMW engines) • Vacuumate (electronic synchronisation of throttle valves up to 4 cylinders) • Clutch alignment shafts (3 sizes) • Compression gauge (cylinder pressure) • Steering head bearing puller and seating tool • Gearbox output flange puller • GS-911 Wi-Fi Diagnostic tool (Wi-Fi and USB Version) • GS-911 3 pin Diagnostic tool (for older bikes) • Tyre Pressure Monitor Sensor (TPMS) tool • Enduralast hall sensor tester • Brake bleeding tool (suction bleeding via the brake caliper) • Compression tester

Club Tool Loan:

$50 deposit (refundable) for GS911. Tools and spares can be picked up at my place in Springfield or brought along to a monthly meeting or Club ride.

Contact Tools Officer

Bill Luyten 0438 123 747 email: spares@bmwmcq.org.au

Rosi johnson

Regalia Report

Nothing to report this month, but how about a cap with BMWMCQ logo?

Happy riding!

Cheers, Rosi

regalia@bmwmcq.org.au