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Motorcycle Insurance Company Q&As

Heated Clothing: The Right Way to the Right Heat

ALSO: TECHNICAL INSIGHT

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Our Northeast Trip, Part 1 January 2011 • Monthly U.S. $3.95 • Canada $4.95 w w w. w i n g w o r l d m a g . c o m

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F e a t u r e s Adventures of One Canadian’s U.S. Gold Wing Purchase ..............................................................60 Connecting the Dots of Our Northeast Trip, Part 1.......................................................................48 Heated Clothing: The Right Way to the Right Heat.........................................................................54 Hooray for Volunteers!............................................................................................................................56 Motorcycle Insurance Company Q&As ..............................................................................................36 Technical Insight on Trikes ......................................................................................................................45

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This photo of Gary Lewis’s (GWRRA #302424, of Brandon, Florida) Metallic Red 2008 airbag model GL1800 was taken at Mt. Rushmore, South Dakota, on Monday, August 23, 2010 during his and his wife, Susan’s, 14-day trip from Florida through the Black Hills.

Gary has fondly named his Wing “Merriweather”, after the explorer!

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January 2011 • Volume 34 Issue 01

GWRRA Recruitment Promo ..............................................................................................................59

(SEE PAGE 70 for details.)

Product Report: Headlights from GoldWingHIDs.com ..................................................................32 Ride Better: Plan the Gear, Too!............................................................................................................22 Special Bragging Rights: Honored Moments ......................................................................................18 Wing Ding 33 in Knoxville Means More than Just Great Roads, Part Two................................62

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“Where’s Wingy” Contest Rules

Advertisers Listing ........................................69 Another Point of View ....................................8 Association Leader Listing ..........................73 Classifieds ........................................................71 Events................................................................72 Finishing Touches ............................................82 GWRRA Official Products ..........................78 GWRRA/Rescue Application ......................62

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Hall of Fame ....................................................77 In Memoriam ..................................................77 In the Zone........................................................4 International News & Views ........................16 Just Jokin’..........................................................70 Member Benefits ............................................40 Motorcycle Goodies......................................67 News Briefs ....................................................10

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Product Previews ..........................................12 Readers’ Responses ......................................20 Readers’ Rides ................................................80 Wing Ding 33 Application............................63 Wing Ding 33 Hotel & RV/Campsite List......66 Wing Ding 33 Hotel Map ............................65 Wordsearch Puzzle........................................69 Wordsearch Answers for Prior Month ....69 Workbench......................................................24

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In the Zone Sharon Stanley • Editor • editor@gwrra.org

Volunteerism, and the New Year’s Resolutions I’ve Made

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them feel especially proud to be a Member of GWRRA, and being reminded of these volunteers, and their efforts, makes them feel good. So though we know the Gold Book is full of names of people we hope will help us in our time of need, perhaps being reminded each month that these people actually do help is a good thing.

ell, you know what time it is again—time to start thinking about that New Year’s resolution, or resolutions, you’re going to make for 2011.

I’ve started thinking of mine as well, and I’d like to share with you mine in regard to motorcycling and GWRRA.

First, I’d like to say that I’ve decided to make a concerted effort this year to show more appreciation for volunteers of all types.

For instance, you may remember that Director of GWRRA Mike Stiger, in his editorial last month titled “Thank You, Volunteers, for a Job Well-Done”, declared this January “Hug a Volunteer Month”. So, in honor of Mike’s request, I’d like to “hug” some volunteers this issue by presenting a brief tribute to just some of GWRRA’s volunteers.

The tribute starts on page 56 and, while it of course cannot possibly be all-inclusive, at least it’s a start. And, in keeping with that theme, I’d like to encourage you to send in short articles throughout the year about the volunteers you appreciate within your Chapter, your District, your Region, and GWRRA as a whole.

When you do so, please include the word “Volunteer” in the subject line of the email or within the lines of the postal mail address. That way, I’ll be able to sort out those entries for possible inclusion in a future 2011 issue of the magazine.

Please understand that, due to space limitations, not every entry that is submitted will be printed. But also please know that: A) We appreciate the time and effort it takes for you to write and submit your entry and, B) That I will do my very best to be as fair-minded as possible when selecting entries for inclusion (in other words, I will try to spread out the entries to include as much of a variety of “types of volunteers” and “locations of volunteers” as possible.)

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the rest of my motorcycling (and personal) New Year’s resolutions on the topic of volunteers and volunteerism as well.

In regard to the magazine, I’ll make certain to include “Acts of Kindness”, which has been primarily a bi-monthly (sometimes less frequent) department a monthly department instead. In fact, the only time I will not include an “Acts of Kindness” department in a 2011 issue is if enough entries have not come in to do so. Otherwise, you can look forward each month to reading about your fellow GWRRA Members who have volunteered their time, equipment, homes, mechanical experience, etc. to help out fellow Members. After all, these people who “come to the rescue” of their fellow riders are volunteers.

Also, let me explain why I think including “Acts of Kindness” more often is important. I was asked to do so by several Members at last year’s Wing Ding. These attendees stressed that they’d like to read more about the people within this great Association who go above and beyond to help out others in their time of need. They explained that this is one thing that makes

My next resolution is in regard to motorcycling itself. I resolve to volunteer some of my time this year to help educate riders in regard to safe riding techniques, emergency preparedness, crash scene response, and First Aid/CPR. I will do so first-hand and will also, as best I can, work to elicit material for you, the readers, on these subjects. As I mentioned in my editorial last month, to me, “nothing says ‘I love you’ like ‘I want you to be safe…’”. I want to volunteer this year to help make some riders safer.

In addition, I think it behooves us all in GWRRA to show our deep appreciation for all the Rider Education volunteers, Safety Education volunteers, Emergency Preparedness, Crash Scene Response and First Aid/CPR course instructor/trainer volunteers, and any other Member of GWRRA who volunteers their time, effort, talent, advice, words of encouragement, etc. to help keep us safe on the road.

And beyond that, there are a ton of other volunteers in GWRRA who deserve our deep appreciation—for helping to keep this organization solid, for helping to keep this organization organized, for helping to make rides and events enjoyable, and for helping to try to return to the foundation of having “Fun” in GWRRA. Hug a volunteer this month you say, Mike? Okay, will do! And if I can’t do it physically, I’ll be sure to do it through my words and actions. Who knows, maybe later this year—if I stick to my resolutions— I’ll be a volunteer who deserves a hug. ●

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ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW

Working Together to Benefit All Members!

By David and Kathy Orr, International Directors Leadership Training Program

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n late summer of 2009, we were given the assignment of developing and implementing an Association-wide Officer training program. We immediately understood this was a huge project and that we needed help—plenty of it.

During the first days, we contacted Officers and Members across the country who we knew had the skills to accomplish the job. This Project Team consisted of 12 volunteer Members who reside in nine different states.

Early on, we realized that the development and roll out of the Officer Certification Program (OCP) was only the first hurdle. We knew that requiring Officers to now be trained in regard to how GWRRA operates was a huge change for the Association.

But the Association has grown—and the world has changed—since GWRRA first began in 1977, and over the past 10-15 years, there has been a failure to keep our volunteer Leaders abreast of changes in how GWRRA operates. We seem to have lost sight of what was (and still is) most important to the Members, who join for the pleasure of being around other motorcyclists, making friends, and just having fun.

So we started working on the training program and could only speculate on how this change would be received by the Members...

Of course change, in and of itself, is neither good nor bad. But when it takes place in our lives, it is sometimes difficult. A good idea is to measure the results, then decide if the change was beneficial. Take, for example, that GWRRA exists because of a change. Back in 1977, a group of people were looking for a change in their motorcycling experience.

Remember, back then, the concept of a “single-marque motorcycle organization—dedicated to motorcycle safety and educating the motoring public” was considered a radical change.

Of course any change can cause us to experience something we haven’t yet encountered, so it is sometimes met with disbelief, a sense of disappointment, or even, in some cases, anger. The OCP was a change, and the initial reaction was mixed.

We quickly realized there was confusion, and poor communication, about the OCP in a few sectors of the Association. For the difficulties that confusion and poor communication caused, we apologize. But we worked hard to correct those situations because we felt certain the OCP would prove successful and immensely beneficial.

Thus, the work on the OCP began and—with a lot of computer time, conference calls, and hard work by a development team strung across the country—we produced a comprehensive Officer Certification Program on time for the Leadership Summit, which was held in January of 2010 in Phoenix.

With over 100 Leadership Trainers and Instructors from across North America in attendance, we rolled out the OCP and tasked the Summit Team to take the training to our Officer Corps and interested Members.

And as OCPs began across the Association, it became evident that many of the initial misperceptions were dispelled.

Officers and Members began talking about their OCP experience. Our volunteer Leaders were re-energized and came away more confident in their ability to do their job because now they understood their responsibilities. Many communicated their appreciation for the OCP, and the common theme was, “I didn’t know that before I took the OCP.” Before long, the acronym of “OCP” fell into the vernacular of GWRRA, as if it had always been a part of our GWRRA process. We still do hear from those who disagree with the OCP; however, we can say with complete candor that we haven’t received a single critical email from anyone who has actually participated in the program.

So far, we have certified over 3,100 Officers and Members in the Officer Certification Program. That gives us a participation rate of over 98% of the Officer Corps who have participated in, and passed, the OCP. Our Members will surely reap the benefits of the OCP. As certified Officers and Team Members continue to be appointed, the coming years will reveal more about the success of the OCP. The dedication and commitment of the Project Team and all the Trainers who delivered the OCP out to the field has been a tremendous feat.

Many gave up vacation time and personal time to prepare and present the OCP, and we all worked together to overcome the communication and logistical struggles. The Officer Trainers persevered, and their enthusiasm continues to be a tremendous lift to us.

Before we close, we’d like to extend to all LTP Instructors—and especially the Certified OCP Trainers—our heartfelt gratitude for your hard work and dedication to the Members of this great Association. By their selfless gifts of talent and skill, the OCP Project Team demonstrated their commitment to make GWRRA the best it can be. Our volunteer Instructors and Trainers are unwavering in their dedication to our Membership, and the 3,100-plus Members and Officers who took the OCP are the backbone that supports the heartbeat of this Association, our Members.

This experience also has shown us that GWRRA is an organization that focuses on family values like: Character, Integrity, Safety, Education, and having Fun. And our ability to stay true to our mission and vision is what keeps us together. So we thank you, and we salute you, GWRRA—without which we wouldn’t have the friendships we have found in each of you. ●

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“Where’s Wingy” Contest Winner for November Issue Congratulations go to Thomas Reilly of Dover, Kentucky for finding “Wingy” (seen here) on page 90 of the November 2010 issue.

Wingy was located on the left-hand side of the “Finishing Touches” photo (sitting beside the man kneeling in the front row).

Thomas won $50; and you could, too! Just search for Wingy— he’ll be located (most often, but not always) within the editorial text or photos—and send in your entry. (For complete rules and eligibility requirements, see page 70 of this issue.)

Wing World Corrections —In the “Readers’ Rides” department of the October 2010 issue, there was an inaccuracy in the entry of Harold Wilson (GWRRA Life Member #69530, of Greenbrier, Arkansas), who belongs to Arkansas’s Chapter L of Conway and has been with GWRRA for over 25 years. The entry stated that the trailer shown (as seen in the same photo, here, with his 1993 GL1500 with sidecar) had been custom-made for a 1978 Monkey lawn tractor. The trailer had actually been custom-made for a 1978 Honda Monkey antique motor scooter (that was only sold in Japan). In fact, Harold won first and second place awards at the Arkansas District Rally Bike Show last year for the lighting he put on this particular motor scooter. An added note is that Harold uses articles about his motor scooter to help raise money for the March of Dimes, Bikers for Babies annual event.

—On page 64 of the December 2010 issue, the Open Road Honda ad in the “Holiday Gift Guide” section had an incorrect phone number. The correct phone number for Open Road Honda is 877-663-4023.

International Couple of the Year Coordinators Step Down; New Coordinators Announced Bruce and Gayle Babcock have stepped down as International Couple of the Year Coordinators, effective July 2010. “Bruce and Gayle have worked hard to promote the 10

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Couple of the Year Program,” say Ed and Linda Johnson, International Directors, GWRRA Membership Enhancement Program, “and we thank them for their dedication to the Couple of the Year Program and to the Members of GWRRA.” Ed and Linda Johnson continue, “We are excited to announce the appointment of Steven and Tammy Hollingsworth as the new International Couple of the Year Coordinators. Steven and Tammy are an enthusiastic, dynamic, and outgoing couple, and we look forward to working with them in this position.”

Say Steve and Tammy (who both have 2006 Titanium Gold Wings) about themselves: We are from Rocket City, USA, also known as Huntsville, Alabama. We reside in a community just outside of Huntsville called Meridianville. We’ve been happily married for 14 wonderful, blissful years and have a loveable 22-year-old son, Zachary, along with two dogs, two birds, and a cat…One day in 2005, I discovered a new, profound love— Gold Wings and Gold Wing Road Riders Association (GWRRA)—through a friend at work. I twisted Steven’s arm (well not really) to get a Gold Wing, and immediately we joined GWRRA. We joined to deter ourselves from becoming couch potatoes and to also find new friends. We jumped right in and have not slowed down; our enthusiasm merely thrives.

We really enjoy being a part of the GWRRA life. So much so, in fact, that it has literally become a way of life for us, and we infuse it into our lives daily. We savor every moment and, for what we’ve gained out of this experience, there’s no way we could ever give back enough in return. In the meantime, as we try to give back, we hope that we can affect people in the most positive ways and do what we can to help others enjoy and experience GWRRA.” To read more of Steven and Tammy’s bio, please visit med.gwrra.org/team/team.html#icoy.

Steve and Tammy can be reached at (256) 527-6697 (Steve’s cell) or (256) 527-6698 (Tammy’s cell) or at steven.tammy@att.net.

Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s® 2011 Ride for Kids® Season April 3-South Florida; April 9-Northeast Florida; April 17-Southern California; May 1-Triangle Area; May 1Houston, TX; May 15 Los Angeles, CA; May 15-Middle Tennessee; May 22-Oklahoma; June 5-Richmond, VA; June 5Atlanta; June 5-Cleveland, OH; June 5-Albuquerque; June 12-Colorado; July 10-Kansas City; July 10-Northern Indiana; July 17-Minnesota; July 17-Utica, NY; July 17-Chicagoland, IL; July 23-Marysville, OH; July 31-Knoxville, TN; August 7Pittsburgh, PA; August 7-Hudson Valley, NY; August 7Wisconsin; August 13-Utah; August 21-New England; August 28-Asheville 2010; August 28-Michigan; September 11-Puget Sound, WA; September 11-Birmingham; September 11Indianapolis, IN; September 18-Philadelphia, PA; September 18-St. Louis, MO; September 25-Baltimore/Washington 2011; October 2-Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; October 2-Las Vegas, NV; October 2-Northern California; October 16-San Diego; October 16-Phoenix, AZ; October 23-Louisiana; November 6-Tampa Bay Area, FL. ●

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Product Previews shares information provided to us by the vendors of the products and services contained herein; responsibility for readers’ satisfaction with all specifications and claims rests with the vendors.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION’S NEW 10-WATT LED AUXILIARY LIGHT KIT FOR THE GL1800

Electrical Connection recently announced the release of its new 10watt LED auxiliary light kit for the Honda GL1800. The plug and play kit features machined aluminum housings, a genuine Honda switch, and laser-cut, stainless steel mounts. The LED lights draw less than one amp total and feature a 6000k color rendering.

Barton Bright, a GL1800 owner who did beta testing on the kit, had this to say about it: “The more I use them, the more I like them. If you’re thinking about upgrading or installing some cowl mounted lights, I would seriously consider these. With their low power draw, light output, and top-notch design, these lights would be a good investment.”

Electrical Connection is a manufacturer of lighting, electrical, audio, and specialty products to meet the demands of today’s motorcycle rider. Company Proprietor, Lewis Q. Preston, says that safety, functionality, and ease of installation have been the driving forces behind the company since 1994.

Suggested retail price is $229.95. Available through Electrical Connection dealers worldwide. For more information, visit electricalconnection.com or call (865) 219-9192.

Kinekt Design LLC says it seeks to bring the public forward-thinking design objects and products that fuse together a modern aesthetic with physical interaction. Hence, it has recently introduced its first product launch—a piece of jewelry called the Gear Ring.

Kinekt Design says the ring is crafted from the highest grade alloy of jewelry stainless steel to ensure the function and precision of all the components. It embodies the company’s vision of playful, yet refined, design.

Kinekt Design creator, Glen Liberman, says he has always been fascinated and inspired by small mechanisms and their complementary movements.

With this interest, the concept was envisioned for the Gear Ring, a product “complex enough to play with, yet simple enough to wear:” The company has been working on developing the patent-pending Gear Ring for over a year, and this is their first rotating/spinning piece.

(In fact, the ring is protected by numerous patents, both utility and design patents, as well other property rights, both US and International.)

The company says the product is for both men and women and that the ring is elegant, yet striking, with comfort styling and smooth movement.

The Gear Ring retails for $165, including free worldwide shipping, and comes with a lifetime warranty. It can be purchased online at kinektdesign.com or over the phone, toll-free, at (888) 600-8494. A 30-second video of the ring, which shows how the Gear Ring works, is also available on the website.

VEGA HELMET’S NEW SUMMIT 3.0 V-COM

KINEKT DESIGN INTRODUCES THE “GEAR RING”

Vega Helmet—which specializes in highly competitive dealer pricing for feature-rich motorcycle helmets and related gear—recently announced its Summit 3.0 V-Com modular, full-face helmet with a builtin Bluetooth communication system.

Vega introduced the new Summit 3.0 V-Com modular helmet and added integrated Bluetooth capabilities to the 2010 Summit 3.0. Both models of this full-face helmet offer a one-hand operated modular jaw and a convenient drop-down visor. They are dual-certified to meet both 12

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ECE and DOT standards. An Easy-Com liner system accommodates headset speakers for any communication system. Adjustable venting and a removable, washable liner ensures rider comfort. It also includes a convenient tinted interior drop-down sunshield.

Vega says its Summit 3.0 V-Com is a unique product in the industry because it offers the rider a feature-rich modular helmet that is easy to operate and meets advanced safety standards, yet is still available at an affordable price. The company adds that “No other product on the market can match the combined offering of advanced features, high safety standards, and affordability of Vega’s Summit 3.0 V-Com”.

The Summit 3.0 V-Com and Summit 3.0 are offered in six different sizes (XS-XXL) and in an array of colors, including Honda Gold Wing color match options. The Summit 3.0 V-Com has an MSRP of $269.99; the Summit 3.0, without integrated Bluetooth, has an MSRP of $169.99. For more information, and to order, call (425) 656-0683 or visit vegahelmet.com.

ADD ON, INC.’S XTRASLIM LED STRIP LIGHTS

Add On, Inc. says its new XtraSlim Flexible LED Strips are super thin and super flexible, which makes them perfect for a large variety of lighting installations. The LED lights are waterproof, and each light strip contains 30 LEDs encased in a black housing.

The company says the strips are great for accents around headlights, along fairing edges, above motors or, when cut down, for other custom applications. They add that theses unique, right angle-mounted LEDs focus light at a 90-degree angle, which makes them more visible.

The strips are 19 inches in length, 1/4 inches wide, and less than 1/16 inch (0.06”) deep (30-inch lead may be trimmed to desired length between copper connectors), and come with 3M adhesive backing.

Each light contains 30 LEDs and comes in pairs. Colors available are Amber, Blue, Green, Purple, Red and White.

MSRP is $59.95. For more information, and to order, call (800) 821-9861 or visit addonaccessories.net.

M & J ENTERPRISES’ FOLD DOWN FLAG POLES AND HELPING HAND BEVERAGE HOLDERS

Fold Down Flag Poles Our Original, Our Speciality

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M & J Enterprises says its Fold Down Flag Poles and Helping Hand Beverage Holders (for both driver and passenger) will work on all Gold Wing and Valkyrie motorcycles and are also available for all other brands of motorcycles. The company says that, with the Fold Down Flag Pole, the United States flag can be proudly displayed and that the use of the drink holder is both convenient and safe, as it folds up and is out of the way when not in use.

Both items were original ideas—copied numerous times throughout the years, but never equaled—for the motorcycling industry. The company says the quality of its products, their ease of use and convenience, and the company’s after-purchase support and customer service sets them apart.

MSRP is $21.95–$30.95. Available through M & J Enterprises [(800) 436-7715 or m-j-enterprises.com] and at approximately 178 dealers within the USA.

VENTURA MOTORCYCLE ACCESSORIES, INC.’S CARGOL TURN & GO SYSTEM

Ventura Motorcycle Accessories says of its Cargol Turn & Go emergency tire repair kit: “It is the only way to repair a roadside puncture with no tools, no mess and no skills in less than 30 seconds. It is simple to use since it requires no special tools, and you don’t even have to remove the wheel. It is particularly reassuring for those who are not mechanical; it’s so simple to use. Put a kit in your trunk for peace of mind.”

The Cargol Turn & Go System, made by Gryyp Line, is designed specifically for emergency puncture repair only of tubeless tires. Cargols come in two versions: The Black Cargol is available for cars, motorcycles, and scooters; the Grey Cargol is made for trail bikes, quads, and ATVs. Each Cargol is made with a combination of polypropylene and fibers. The 5-step design helical screw and toric ring located at the top ensure that the puncture is safely sealed. Its tip, with an angle of 17 degrees, makes it easy to insert, and the wide grip handle enables you to screw the Cargol clockwise until the hole is plugged. Then you just snap off the handle! (Having been introduced by the spiral thread-ring, it does not erode the tire and therefore has not increased the diameter of the hole.)

Please Note: The Cargol System is designed for emergency situations only. You are advised to not drive at speeds of more than 50 mph (80 km/hour). Have your tires examined by a professional for replacement or permanent repair at your earliest opportunity.

MSRP of the #K004 Tubeless Tire Emergency Repair Kit with Cargol Turn & Go Style; CO2 X 4 (16 grms) for Car and Road Bikes is $48. For more information, and to order, call (800) 688-6439 or visit ventura-mca.com. ● Wing World

“International News & Views” is aimed at providing information submitted by GWRRA Members who live outside the U.S. or by U.S. Members who have information to share about something that has occurred in a country other than the U.S.

An Aussie Meets a Berg Good day, folks! We are just back from a trip to Newfoundland, in the Canadian Maritimes, where the weather and the scenery were both amazing.

While there, we visited Twillingate, where the “bergs” were both huge and plentiful. Twillingate is located right smack in the middle of “Iceberg Alley” and, from spring into late summer, it is not unusual to see these mammoths as they drift down from the north.

This photo shows me and my trusty 1998 GL1500 (it has 42,000 miles on it and still purrs like a kitten). And, yes, that’s an iceberg in the background, even though this photo was taken the first week of July!

(Submitted by Gary Peddle, GWRRA #243163, of Kirkland, Queensland, Australia.)

Joyous Rides for the “Forest Pirates” Goldwingers have the biggest hearts in the world, and we recently came from near and far to show that by bringing a little joy into the lives of children diagnosed with cancer.

The riders met at the pre-designated meeting point (the “information map” at the end of A656, going into the city of Heidelberg, Germany). With almost 50 Gold Wings lined up on the side of the road and their riders walking around the area wearing their various patches and leathers, it’s a wonder there wasn’t a traffic accident by the passing cars! But unlike the “biker gangs” in the movies (in which bikers are arriving for a fight), there were instead smiles of recognition of friends from other riding groups.

We all knew why we were there—to ride to Waldpiraten Camp, a German Childhood Cancer Foundation project. Roughly translated, “Waldpiraten” means “Forest pirates”. The Waldpiraten camp was organized for children with cancer, and their siblings, during school vacation season. “Courage feels good” is its motto, and this place isn’t what you might think of when thinking about children affected by cancer; this place is a dream playground where there are rock climbing towers, high tree 16

climbing ropes, slides, and an “Indiana Jones” area.

The riders were taken on a tour then fed a delicious lunch of the same food the children were eating. Afterward, it was time for the children to ride with the Goldwingers! The children dashed to the table of helmets and quickly popped them on their heads. They didn’t seem to care at all that their helmets didn’t match their clothing; they were just anxious to ride on the back of a Gold Wing!

Each child made his or her choice of which bike to ride upon.

Road Guards were placed in strategic locations. Then, each rider put on his or her gear, and off they went in groups of about 15 bikes each.

This 10-kilometre ride was a dream come true for these children. In fact, many were so excited that you could hear their screams of joy coming down the road well ahead of their arrival.

Many held their arms out wide, as if they were airplanes, to feel the rush of the air. And as they ran, screaming with excitement, back into the camp, the smiles on their faces were as wide as that of the Cheshire Cat. Even the sour-puss faces of some of the Gold Wing riders had to smile.

The children, of course, asked for more, and the hearts of these Gold Wing riders melted; they obliged them not once, but twice, more, for a total of three trips. And though we knew we had brought some joy to these children’s lives, we wanted to do more, so we reached into our wallets for 580 Euros (about $740).

The joyful event ended with a group picture (not all Gold Wing riders were pictured because some had to leave early), and the camera person didn’t even have to shout “Say Cheese” because we were all still smiling. As we left, the children anxiously asked when we would be back again. What a great time!

(Submitted by Ant Geiger, GWRRA #286017, of U.S. military, Germany.)

Best Greetings from Iceland

Hello from Iceland! This is a photo of me, Sigridur Benediktsdóttir, on a trip around Iceland in August of 2010. The background is Jökulsárlón.

I bought my 2004 GL1800/Champion trike from the USA in 2005. The trike was damaged, but I fixed it long ago, and it is great to run it. I have traveled on the trike, with GWRRA people from Iceland, all over Europe.

It is my dream to go to the USA on the trike. Okay, I know I need to send it by ship!

(Submitted by Sigridur Benediktsdóttir, GWRRA #243605, of Akureyr, Iceland.) ● Wing World

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Special Bragging Rights In this department, we include some of the many photos we receive each month that do not necessarily fall into the other departments we’ve established over the years. We understand that, as one large family, we often have more to brag about than just our bikes. So here’s your opportunity to share those accomplishments (and just plain fun anecdotes) with the entire Association! Send photos and text to “Bragging Rights,” Wing World, P.O. Box 42450, Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 or by email to editor@gwrra.org.

HONORED MOMENTS MN-E CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS PARTY —AND 25 YEARS TOGETHER

Here is a picture of some of the Members of Region E’s Minnesota, Chapter R at last year’s Christmas Party. Chapter R was Chartered 25 years earlier, and 2010 was filled with fun and memories of good times, friends, and rides to be remembered for years.

I am extremely proud of the Chapter R Members for helping out and for continually growing our Chapter into more Fun, Friends, and Safety!

(Submitted by Brad Harig, MN-R 2007-2009 Chapter Director.)

After parking our bikes, and before boarding, we had a great group picture taken with 20 GWRRA Members (14 from Chapter G and six from neighboring Chapter N) in attendance, proudly displaying our Chapter banner and wearing their Chapter colors. Then, our hostess escorted us to our tables, which were located close to both the music and the food (how convenient for us).

The Lake George Steamboat Company announced our Chapter’s 25th anniversary celebration and acknowledged Henry and Barb Nachbar’s and Tom and Mary Phibbs’ 20th anniversaries as GWRRA Members.

It was a perfect day for sailing, with blue skies, comfortable temperatures, and a gentle breeze. The twenty of us had a great time, dancing, chatting, enjoying a delicious meal, and listening to good music. And kudos to Mary Phibbs, who surprised everyone by dancing up a storm and even winning a dance contest!

Ken Granger, Assistant Chapter Director for Chapter N, had his camera handy and captured many fun-filled moments during our cruise. And the captain graciously agreed to have his picture taken with our group by the Lac du Saint Sacrement’s gorgeous staircase.

When our ship finally came in to dock, we learned that someone had actually purchased our formal group picture before we could buy it! We couldn’t figure out who would want a picture of such a motley crew, but we were able to have another set made for us. After the cruise, those who decided to ride back together had just one more stop to make along the way—for ice cream!

(Submitted by Pete and Marielle St. Amour, NY-G Chapter Directors.)

HONORING A CHAPTER MEMBER HAPPY 25TH ANNIVERSARY CHAPTER NY-G!

Our Chapter recently celebrated its 25th anniversary with a luncheon cruise aboard the Lac due Saint Sacrement, on August 28th of last year, in Lake George, New York.

First, we met at 10 a.m. at the Half Moon Diner, home of our gatherings. After a brief rider’s meeting, Event Organizer and Chapter Secretary Bobbi Hardman led the ride, in typical GWRRA fashion, to our port of call.

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Last September 17th, San Diego’s Chapter CA-1F participated in the Poway Days Celebration Parade. We had 14 people on eight bikes and two trikes; altogether, nine Gold Wings and one Valkyrie represented GWRRA. Our Membership wanted to honor the memory of a Member who was very dear to us—Dutch Highwarden (GWRRA #19149). Dutch was a Marine and a friend who would do anything to help someone in need.

As the parade was starting to move in the staging area, we realized that The Marine Corp Marching Band was falling in directly behind our last trike. That trike, driven by Dick Long, carried three flags and a sign in memory of our beloved Dutch. The Flags were the United States flag in the center, the Marine Corp flag, and the California State flag.

At the conclusion of the parade, the Marine Corp Marching Band members were gracious enough to let us take their photo with the honor trike.

(Submitted by Mike and Elma Maury, CA-1F Chapter Educators.) ● Wing World

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ARTICLE’S ACCURACY? [I feel that] Steve Quiett’s statement in his article (“Cooling Vest Technology Comparison”, July 2010 issue, page 24) that evaporative cooling does not work in humidity is utterly false.

I’ve been wearing Techniche cooling vests for five years. I have worn the vests in the Arizona summer, and I have worn the vests in Florida in the summer.

Does the evaporative cooling vest work better in dry heat? Yes. Is the evaporative cooling vest as effective in humidity? No. But to state, with authority, that the evaporative cooling vest “does not work” is just wrong.

Suzanne Schneider GWRRA #170349 Kelseyville, CA [Ed. Note: Steve’s written comments about evaporative cooling were that “Effectiveness is extremely dependent on ambient humidity levels and does not work under many forms of protective apparel.” Also, he notes that the “Cons” of evaporative body cooling include “Will not work under many forms of protective apparel” and “Won’t work in high humidity”.]

SUPPORTING THIS ACTIVITY? In reading your “The 100MPH Club for Charity” entry of the “Special Bragging Rights” department (September 2010 issue, page 18), well, I was totally taken back that GWRRA would support and/or promote an activity like this. I always thought we were about safety, education and fun—not an activity that could potentially hurt and kill one of our Members.

Why do you think a NASCAR driver has four walls and a safety system around his body? Is a Member’s life worth $1,685? I think not. [I feel that Chapter] needs to rethink its fundraising activities—now.

Eric Persons GWRRA #72517 Dunnellon, FL [Ed. Note: GWRRA, as a whole, does not “support and/or promote this activity”, nor does GWRRA purposely not “support and/or promote this activity”. We were simply allowing Chapters the freedom to share with other Members what they choose to hold as fundraising events.]

LOVE “READERS’ RIDES”…AND MY GOLD WING Every month, in the back of the magazine, I see the photos of “Readers Rides”. I really appreciate this because it gives me the opportunity to see what others are doing with their machines. And you know, we Wingers always compare.

Unfortunately I don’t have a picture of me with my bike, but I do have pictures of “My Beauty” by itself—it’s a Titanium 2009 GL1800, and we just turned 2,000 miles together.

You see, my son served in the U.S. Army and was a medic in Tikrit, Iraq. When he was being deployed, we made a promise: He would come home safe from the war, and we would buy Harleys together. Thankfully, my son made it back alright, but he decided speed was his need and instead got a street bike.

Having always dreamed of the “ultimate machine” I, instead of a Harley, bought my first Wing—and I am so glad I followed my dream. I can’t tell you what a great group of riders Wingers are; they are the friendliest, most compassionate, genuinely honest people I have ever met!

Recently, our local Honda dealer was having a weekend get-together (all brands) with a planned event to travel some 100 miles to a great restaurant north of Dallas. Everyone left the parking lot in small groups, with a Gold Wing leading the pack and a Gold Wing bringing up the rear.

Not two miles down the road, my “Beauty” earned my respect all over again when two bikes (not Hondas) had to pull off the road for repairs. I could see the frustration on the faces of those riders, and I could not have been more proud of my Gold Wing.

I had always thought I’d like to own a [“louder brand bike”] so I could sound cool. But for me, age came with the wisdom that “true comfort and beauty” would best arrive for me by being both a Gold Wing owner and a Member of GWRRA. Randy Hughes GWRRA #326076 Allen, TX

GREAT ARTICLE MIKE! THANKS FOR “THE WALL” ARTICLE Thank you for printing—and thank you, Steve Fleming, for writing—the article “More Than Names On The Wall” (November 2010 issue, page 18).

No, my brother, it was not “a pitiful attempt” you made; you did most excellent. As one whom God called to stand in the gap for my fellow Americans, my chest tightened and my eyes floated in tears as I read your words.

Doug Henderson GWRRA #307628 MSG (retired) AZARNG Persian Gulf 1991 Mesa, AZ

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Great article from our Director of GWRRA (“The GWRRA Experience…”, November 2010 issue, page 7). I ride an H-D Ultra, as they can be lowered. Wings are great bikes but, even when lowered, the seats are too high off the ground [for me].

As kids, we grew up on Triumph, BSA, Norton, etc. (and, at about 250-300cc, you didn’t worry about putting both your feet flat on the ground). Today, we are older and want to ride more safely.

We H-D riders take some heat; but all of us in GWRRA ride for enjoyment. Thankfully, most comments just flow like water off a duck’s back. Stay safe!

Mark Frank GWRRA #611596 (Associate) Master Tour Rider #7398, Former IA-S Rider Educator ●

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Valid on Honda Genuine Parts and Accessories purchases only.

Limit one per customer. Expires January 31, 2011. honda.com ALWAYS WEAR A HELMET, EYE PROTECTION AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. NEVER RIDE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL, AND NEVER USE THE STREET AS A RACETRACK. OBEY THE LAW AND READ YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY. *0.99% Fixed APR financing available for customers who qualify for super preferred credit tier for up to 36 months through Honda Financial Services. Payment example: 36 monthly payments of $28.20 for each $1,000 financed.

Offer good on all new and unregistered Gold Wing models. Not all buyers may qualify. Higher rates apply for buyers with lower credit ratings. Offer ends 12/31/10.

Check with participating Honda Dealers for complete details. For rider training information or to locate a rider training course near you, call the Motorcycle Safety Foundation at 1-800-446-9227.Gold Wing® is a trademark of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. ©2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (5/10) $1,000 Accessory offer good with purchase of new and unregistered GL1800 models. Certificate must be applied to Gold Wing Honda Genuine Accessories on same day vehicle is purchased. Sales tax not included. Non-transferable and no cash value. Redemption value not to exceed $1,000. Limit one (1) certificate per unit purchase. Not all qualified accessories may be available at time of purchase or available for order. Back orders may apply. Installation not included. Restrictions apply. Participation may vary. Free 12-month Honda Protection offer has no cash value and is not available in Florida. Check with participating Honda Dealers for complete details. Offers end 12/31/2010.

R I D E B E T T E R

Trip Planning this Winter?

Plan the Gear, Too!

By Bruce & Melissa Thayer, Former MI Asst. District Rider Educators

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o, what have you been thinking about this winter? Have you been thinking about the gray skies, the rain, the sleet, or the snow of the season? And how about those freezing temperatures? Obviously, these are not very cheerful thoughts for those of us who are not winter sports enthusiasts.

But some riders brighten their outlook at this time of year by planning for the coming riding season. A few of us are deciding which motorcycling events to attend this spring and summer. Will it be Wing Ding 33 in Knoxville? Perhaps also the Americade rally in upstate New York? And how about that vacation trip to an area with great roads to ride and interesting geological attractions to see?

Well, wherever your destinations may lead you, we all know that planning the route to get there is an important part of trip preparation. However, sometimes we too often overlook the need to plan the gear we will need to take with us on each of our trips. And having the proper gear for the ride is an essential element of any successful trip.

CHECKING OUT YOUR GEAR So, why not start by checking out your most important safety gear? Inspect your helmet for wear and tear. Ask yourself these questions: How long has it been since I bought my helmet? Does the outer shell have chips or cracks? Has it sustained an impact while I was wearing it? Has it been repeatedly dropped from my motorcycle seat? Realize that helmets are only designed to survive one impact while being worn. Also, look at the chin strap. Is it frayed from many years of wear?

These signs of damage indicate that it may be time to replace your helmet. Experts advise changing your helmet every three to five years for maximum protection. Time, wear, and ultraviolet rays will cause your helmet’s materials to degrade, resulting in reduced protection. (www.snellfoundation.org.)

WARM WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS Are you planning a southern tour this summer? Have you thought to check the weather for the area you plan to visit? Be sure you know what the average high and low temperatures are for the month of your visit.

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If you expect to encounter hot weather, this may be the time, if you don’t already own one, for you to start shopping for a mesh jacket. These jackets give you the best abrasion protection (if needed), along with maximum ventilation. Good ventilation reduces your discomfort in hot weather and can help prevent heat exhaustion. Even though they have long sleeves, when you wear a mesh jacket, the air flows around you almost as if you are wearing nothing.

And the synthetic materials provide excellent abrasion resistance. With elbow, shoulder and back pads included, you get great protection for your “corners” and your back, in case you go down.

Warm weather or not, wise riders always wear long pants while riding. Most wear denim jeans, perhaps because they are already part of everyone’s wardrobe to begin with. Also, they are comfortable when you are not on the bike. But while denim jeans do provide some resistance to abrasion, they don’t provide nearly the protection of leather or synthetic gear.

One alternative you may want to think about, when considering warm weather riding, is getting riding pants made from breathable mesh materials. They bring all the benefits of being designed specifically for motorcycling, including extra protection at the knees, hips, and legs in case of a spill at speed, yet allow better airflow.

And don’t forget, there are also gloves manufactured with the same mesh materials. They not only keep your hands fully covered for maximum protection while you ride, they can keep your hands from becoming uncomfortably hot and provide you with a good grip on the controls. They are durable and worth checking out for your comfort and protection.

WET WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS And while you’re at it, why not check out your current rain gear as well? Are you sure you can rely on it? Does your rain gear perhaps have leaky seams or rips? Do you need to put a new jacket or rain pants on the shopping list?

Having good, comfortable gear that fits you properly for all riding conditions will allow you to fix your attention on the ride and not on your physical discomforts. This will also help ensure that you will have a great trip. And knowing that you and your Co-Rider have the protection you may need will give you peace of mind every time you saddle up.

Now, back to the fun stuff…which route were we thinking about taking? ●

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Answers to the technical questions in this month’s “Workbench” were provided by Stu Oltman, Wing World’s Senior Technical Editor. Please submit your technical questions about Gold Wings or Valkyries by e-mail to workbench@gwrra.org or by mail to “Workbench,” GWRRA, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. Please include your full name, city, state and GWRRA membership number.

Battery Charging Hello Stu, I love what you do to help us keep our two wheels rolling.

I just read Part 2 of “Electricity (Hopefully) Made Understandable” (October issue, page 33). In the end, you talk about keeping the battery charged during non-riding times.

So, here is my question and with what I have to accomplish my charging: I have a 1989 GL1500—great bike and, yes, very short on charging ability.

I use a Deka maintenance-free battery.

And, just a few months back, I bought the X2 Extreme Dual Station Pulse Charger. I also installed the Battery Bug the beginning of this riding season (it was well worth the money; it’s a great way to know what your battery is “thinking”).

The above battery charger has a couple of ways to hook to the battery—the usual snap clamps and the ones on which you can actually screw terminals to the posts. I unhook the bike’s battery wires to charge but leave the Battery Bug hooked up; I then see that the highest this charger will go is around 14.2V (which is right there with the alternator at RPM).

It would sure be nice to connect one of the charger’s screws onto the battery terminals’ pigtails and just leave everything connected. Then, when I’m done riding, pop off the side cover, connect the charger via the above-mentioned connection pigtail, and let the charger put back in the battery what the alternator didn’t put in while out riding.

My only concern here is that I was always under the assumption that having the charger connected to the battery, while it was connected to the cycle’s electrical system via the battery, was just asking for trouble. These newer chargers seem to be better chargers, but one never knows.

So, would it be possible to leave this pigtail connected to the battery and then, when done riding, pop off the side cover, connect the charger, and not have to disconnect the cycle’s system from the battery first?

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Thanks for your very vital contribution to Wing World and, for all those out there, I can highly recommend your service DVD series. I bought those and have found them to be excellent; on them, you’re a great teacher.

Thanks again.

Bud Holewinski GWRRA #234635 Elkhart, IN Hi Bud, there’s no need to disconnect the battery terminals before hooking up your battery maintainer. The voltage it attains will not harm your bike’s electronics. There’s also no need to pop off the side cover. Simply run the charging pigtail out below the cover, and cable tie it to the rear crash bar.

Stu

Engine Knock Stu, I just finished reading the most recent magazine’s “Workbench” department.

Like many, it’s always my first stop.

I have a couple of questions about some concerns I have about my 2004 Gold Wing (with about 65K miles on it).

1. I am getting engine knock at higher RPMs when accelerating. It happens in all gears. (Just so there is no confusion, I know what engine lug is, and it is not that.) I have replaced the spark plugs and run injector cleaner through. I think the cleaner helped some, but it still exists. Would a valve adjustment help, or is there something else I need to do?

2. You made a comment in the most recent article about proper pressure settings for the suspension. I was shocked by how high you recommended it be set. I have been setting 2-3 for single-up and 10-12 for two.

Am I doing damage?

I really appreciate your help. Thanks for all the assistance and great advice you’ve provided to so many.

Eric Watkins GWRRA #279878 Woodbridge, VA

Eric, most GL1800 owners don’t experience the engine knock you’re referring to. But then, most don’t accelerate hard, nor do they routinely exceed 4,000 rpm. I’m aware of the symptom. I’d recommend trying a set of the spark plugs recommended for extended high speed riding—NKG brand BKR7E-11. Set the plug gap at .040”. Regarding the suspension settings, the only damage you may be doing would be to your posterior. A setting of 2 or 3 is likely to provide absolutely no rear spring compression from the zero setting. And if your adjuster mechanism is suffering the same problems as all GL1800s eventually develop, a setting of 7 or 8 may not have any effect either. If you weigh 130 pounds, that might be okay. For a 170 pound solo rider and a properly operating rear adjuster, a setting of 10 to 12 provides correct ride height and a plush ride under most conditions.

Stu Stu, thanks for responding…and so quickly. The knock is occurring starting at about 2,000 RPM. I hadn’t had it in the past, and my driving style hasn’t changed. Any additional suggestions?

I appreciate the gouge on the suspension settings. I’ll be curious now to try riding with higher settings.

Eric Watkins LOL! 2000 rpm is “higher RPMs”? I would have suggested that lugging the engine was the cause, if you hadn’t said your driving style hadn’t changed (I still think you’re lugging the engine). I’d suggest that you don’t try to accelerate from 2,000 rpm if you’re in 3rd gear or higher.

Downshifting works wonders to unload the engine and eliminate knock. Also, you might try a different brand of gas or a higher octane. No, that shouldn’t be necessary. The bike has two knock sensors—one in each cylinder head. They’re supposed to sense knock and cause the ECM to retard the timing to prevent it. But even if they’re both working correctly, the ECM has limited ability to change ignition timing. It can compensate for low octane fuels, but not for conditions that cause high cylinder pressures and temperatures. Do a compression check, and compare your figures to those given in the service manual. Carbon buildup will increase compression and can result in detonation. You might also want to have your fuel Wing World

pressure checked. Low fuel pressure will cause a lean condition that will increase the likelihood of knock on acceleration.

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2006 Premium Audio Stu, thanks for all the good info you have handed out over the years. It has really helped me understand my Wing. However, I have had a problem with my ’06 Wing since day one. I am now tired of fighting it and have decided to fix it.

Three dealers that I’ve asked to work on it have said that it is just fine. They also said they could not duplicate the problem.

After the motor reaches operating temperature, almost any slow speed (first gear) will result in a “stumble” of the rpm. That is, it will not accelerate by giving it a little more gas. It will lose so much power (rpm) that it will almost stall out. I have almost dropped the bike because of this.

It does not do this every time. When it gets really bad, I have to grab the clutch to keep the motor running and my speed drops to the point of falling over. I have “gunned it” (while holding the clutch) to keep it running and had the rpm get up to around 2000 rpm. Holding the throttle at this rpm, and engaging the clutch, results in almost killing the engine (because the rpm will drop). I can get the rpm up but have no

power to keep the bike going. It’s frustrating!

I don’t know if this is a related symptom or not, but, on trailing throttle—such as going down a hill—you can hear the exhaust backfiring, much like a V-rod sounds on trailing throttle. (I don’t like that sound on my Wing.)

I hope you can point me in the right direction to fix this problem. I have lost all faith in [the] dealerships in this area; I don’t think they hire anything more than “part replacers” (a common problem). Thank you.

Larry Baviera GWRRA #159945 Columbus, OH Larry, the afterburn on trailing throttle is a symptom of an ignitable mixture in the mufflers. This could be due to air leaks in the exhaust system or a lean mixture at closed throttle. If it’s related to fuel mixture, that could be the result of a faulty Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). The sensor should report 0.5 volts at closed throttle.

American Honda has found a number of problematic GL1800s with TPS reporting over 2 volts. That will cause the ECM to do some strange things with the fuel delivery.

I suspect that your mechanics haven’t noticed the issue, because they haven’t ridden the bike under the same conditions that produce it. My advice is to ask your dealer to get his DSM involved. Explain to the

DSM the exact conditions under which the power loss occurs, and ask him to test the bike under those conditions.

Stu

Nitrogen Instead of Air Hi Stu, I’m relatively new to the Gold Wing group, and I’m curious about something. I ride a 2002 California sidecar trike, and I’m hearing from my fellow riders a lot about front tire cupping. I’ve been told that it is just something we have to live with.

Also, I have been told that it’s all in the tire pressure maintenance. My question is: What about nitrogen instead of air? It is a stable gas and does not expand and contract like air. Would this help maintain a stable tire pressure and reduce cupping?

There are a lot of tire dealers that offer nitrogen. There is a cost involved, but if it saves the tire it would be well worth it. I am thinking of trying it but would like your opinion first. Thank you.

Bill Shultz GWRRA #303695 Tiffin, OH Bill, provided the tire is maintained at the correct pressure and within loading guidelines, filling a tire with nitrogen rather than air isn’t going to eliminate cupping. The

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air (which is 78% nitrogen) isn’t the cause of the cupping. Trikes subject their front tires to the same deceleration forces as regular 2wheeled motorcycles, but they also subject those tires to conditions they don’t encounter on 2-wheelers and weren’t intended to cope with. Special applications such as racing, where even a half pound of pressure increase could be critical, may warrant the use of nitrogen. Nitrogen is also useful in tires subjected to extreme altitude and temperature changes, such as those used on aircraft. And if a tire is used over very long distances on vehicles that consume large amounts of fuel (like over-the-road trucks), small differences in tire pressure could make a meaningful long-term difference in fuel costs, tire replacement costs, and down time. You’ll hear many consumers offering different justifications for filling automobile and motorcycle tires with pure nitrogen, and they’re just that—justifications. The reasons you’ll hear from repair shops are sales tools. And I remain unconvinced that most installers have the ability or take the time to evacuate a tire thoroughly to provide a 100% nitrogen fill.

But my worst fear about nitrogen in motorcycle tires is that many who go this route may consider their tires immune to pressure loss, causing those folks to check their tire pressures even less frequently than they do currently. Consumer Reports recently evaluated claims made in defense of nitrogen filling.

Among their findings was that over a one year period with no pressure adjustments, tires filled with air or nitrogen both lost pressure. The one-year difference in pressure loss between tires filled with nitrogen and those filled with plain air averaged around 4 psi. I would hope that motorcyclists check their tires more than once yearly. And when they do, if the tires supposedly contain pure nitrogen, they’ll need to get to a nitrogen filling station for pressure adjustment. Because injection of atmospheric air would negate any nitrogen-based advantages—real or imagined.

Stu

Clicking Sound from Starter When I turn off the key on my Wing, I get a clicking sound from the starter. When I turn the key back on, my bike starts. I tried it again and still got the clicking sound but, when I put it in reverse, it stopped.

The next day, I tried to start it up again, and the battery was stone dead. So I put the charger on it, and the charge cables got so hot that it seems there is a direct short somewhere. Can you help me? Thanks.

Via email, Tony Tony, my best guess is that your starter relay is sticking. Usually, this causes the 26

starter to turn the engine over, even with the key off and removed. But it’s possible that the starter relay contacts are fouled and don’t conduct enough to actually run the starter motor—only enough to drain the battery. If your charger’s cables are getting hot from trying to charge a dead battery, or even if the charger’s full output is going directly to the starting motor due to a stuck solenoid, I’d have to speculate that your charger was designed with inadequate gauge wiring to handle its full rated output.

Stu

Neutral Indicator Not Working Hello Stu, my name is Tom Parks. I wrote to you before concerning my cruise control on my 1989 Gold Wing. I now have an issue with the neutral indicator not working.

I took the bike apart to replace the bulb and found the bulb to be okay. I now want to know if you think the gearshift sensor is bad?

I know it works, in part because my OD light comes on when I shift into fifth gear.

Is this a good assumption, assuming the sensor is okay because the OD light works?

By the way, I read the “Workbench” department first in every issue and really enjoy your responses. Thank you, and keep up the great work you do.

Tom Parks GWRRA #149850 Tacoma, WA Tom, the gear position sensor has several wires leading from it. It also has several contacts inside, each one making a circuit to ground in different gears. The neutral indicator on your ‘89 is powered from the tail light fuse, through the brown wire to the reverse switch (under the left fairing panel), then from the reverse switch through the black/white wire to the light. The ground side of the circuit runs from the light on a light green/red wire to the shift sensor. When the transmission is in neutral, the sensor will ground the wire and cause the light to turn on. Often, a fault will develop in the reverse switch so that even though the reverse lever is in the down position, the switch fails to reconnect the neutral light circuit. Check for power on the brown wire at the reverse switch with the key on. If you have 12 volts there, disconnect the black/white wire from the switch and check for 12 volts at the switch’s terminal.

If nothing, the switch is defective. You can sometimes spray cleaner on it while jiggling the switch button by hand to rectify things. If not, replace the reverse switch. If the reverse switch is okay, you have either a break in the black/white wire between the reverse switch and neutral light, or a break in the light green/red wire between the light and the shift sensor. I doubt the sensor itself is at fault.

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Thanks Stu. I checked the reverse switch and found it, as you said, not working. I replaced it and—what do you know—my neutral indicator works! Thanks again.

Tom Parks

1500 Cutting Out Hi Stu. I have a 1988 GL1500, with about 70,000 miles on it, that I have owned for the past 11 years. Up until recently, it has been extremely reliable. But now is driving me crazy!

It started at a Chapter event while we were leaving; the bike just would not start. It would turn over but act as though it was not getting any gas. (Yes, the tank was more than half-full, and the kill switch was checked.)

After cranking it and letting it sit for a while, it started and ran like a new bike. This scenario has happened a number of times. In fact, recently I’d be riding it, and it would begin to run as though it was on three cylinders. I would pull in the clutch, and it would die. While still coasting, I would start it again.

It would start but still act as though it was on only half of the cylinders, eventually smoothing out and running normally.

I replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, and battery and checked and cleaned all the fuses. But last week, I got up early to go on a ride and I couldn’t get the bike to start. It had been sitting about three weeks with a Battery Tender on it. After cranking it several times, I let it sit for about 10 minutes and it started.

I got it to a gas station to fill it up and, upon leaving the station, it started to cut out again. It left me on the side of the road. After sitting about five minutes, it started and I took it home.

Today, I took it on a ride of about 50 miles and it ran great until about 35 miles into it. Then I went through the routine again, as just described.

Our Chapter technical advisor has gone over the bike but can’t pinpoint any problems. Honda won’t touch it because of its age, so I took it to an independent shop. That was no help.

Thank you for your time on this. I don’t want to trade it in, but I don’t know what to do!

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Len, the most likely cause of your problem is an intermittent bank angle sensor. The early GL1500s had an issue where the goo would leak out of the sensor, and its performance would become erratic. There was a recall on that part, as I remember, and your bike may not have had it performed.

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1988 Gold Wing Mr. Oltman, last September 15th, you kindly advised me to use Marvel Mystery Oil to stop the clacking on my ‘84 Gold Wing. It worked, but I never thanked you. Thank you.

I now have another problem: My sister bought me a 1988 Gold Wing with 60,000 miles on it. It’s great but, unfortunately, after a week, the cruise control quit. The “cruise on” light works, but it won’t set. At the same time, I noticed that the high beams don’t work either.

I checked the switches and the headlamp bulbs. But my Haynes book seems to ignore that the bike has cruise, and the wiring schematics are terrible.

Can you help? I’ll definitely thank you immediately this time!

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come. Regarding the cruise control, it has four switches that must make contact before the cruise will engage—one at the clutch lever, one at the front brake lever, another at the rear brake pedal, and a fourth at the carburetors. It’s been my experience that the clutch and brake lever switches are the two that give the most trouble, particularly if the lever pivots are badly worn, or if the bike is equipped with aftermarket levers. If the switches themselves are not functioning, they’re inexpensive and easy to replace.

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I’m currently looking for a new rear tire for my 2004 GL1800. I installed new Dunlop Elite 3s at 20,250 miles and now need rear replacement at 33,855 miles.

I’ve always used the Dunlop Elite series, since 1995, on all three of my Wings and have been extremely happy with them until this last set. I now find that they produce an unacceptable level of growling while leaning. I don’t remember if they were as loud at new or just got louder with wear.

Is this a common problem? In your own personal opinion, are there better tires?

Which tires do you have on your own Gold Wing? Do you have additional general comments on GL1800 tires? Thanks again for your time.

David Gulevich GWRRA #257719 Cochrane, Alberta, Canada Hi David, you know, I get various complaints about all brands of tires. Often, a person will complain about a specific symptom as you have. Then I’ll get another person telling me he had that same symptom with a different brand, and that going to the brand the first person complained about cured the issue! Go figure. Dunlop recommends the Elite 3, but the D250 is the OE replacement.

Try that if you want to stick with Dunlop. I like the Metzeler ME880. But there are folks complaining about tread separations with those tires—I’ve never had that issue. In the end, I think all of the tires marketed specifically for the GL1800 are safe, good handling tires, the vagaries being mostly due to improper inflation.

Stu

LED Charging Gauge Gives Red Reading Stu, as a Member of GWRRA, I read your column religiously and am hoping for a little guidance.

I have a 1999SE with 72,000-plus miles 28

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on the clock. I’m the original owner. About a month ago, I began to notice my little LED charging gauge was giving me a red reading when started each day (after it sits overnight or for a few hours). I’ve had the gauge for quite a few years.

I’ve never experienced any problems with the bike, even after a few trips out west over the years. The LED gauge will show two red bars upon startup, then move to amber, then to green. I’ve always had two green bars as the constant.

While I’m not jumping to conclusions, the boys on the Message Board have given me a wide array of reasons for this condition.

Most say it’s sticking brushes; others say it’s the gauge.

I have put a voltmeter on the battery before I start the bike, and I get 12 volts.

Upon starting, I still get 12 volts at 2000 rpm.

After a few minutes, there is a slight difference in RPM (hardly noticeable, unless you’re paying attention). That’s when the gauge shows charging and the voltmeter stabilizes at 14-14.5 volts.

I just returned from a trip to Texas and had the battery and charging system checked by a Honda dealer. I left the bike overnight so they could simulate the condition. They told me everything checked out okay. I was skeptical.

But, on the return trip, while I still had the condition with the gauge, my trip was uneventful.

My battery is about two years old and is an OEM battery. I’d like to get a little direction from you before I pull the alternator.

Thank you for all you do for all of us.

Charles Imperato GWRRA #145994 Stanfordville, NY Charles, the ’99 has an “improved” alternator in which sticking brushes is not the failure mode—not that it can’t happen. When these alternators fail, fracturing of the rotor windings is the normal issue. It causes instant and total loss of charging. From your description, my best guess is that your battery is toast. It should read at least 12.6 volts before the first start of the day. I suggest disconnecting the battery after your next ride. If it reads 12.6 volts or more the next morning, you may have a key-off drain that’s causing the low voltage situation. But if it still decays down to 12.0 volts overnight, replace it.

Stu

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I just thought this was a “Gold Wing thing”.

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grinding sound.

At first, I attributed this to a change in wind hitting the front cowling and that the bike was now riding on the fresh grooves on the side of the front tire, so I ignored the issue.

However, now I want to make sure there is no mechanical problems that will leave me stranded somewhere or, worse yet, cause an accident.

Bearings came to my mind, but I dismissed this because the sounds only come during turns and not on the straight-aways. A bad bearing grinds all the time.

I can’t think of anything else, which is why I need your input/comments. Thanks.

Bob Kruppa GWRRA #264179 Bluffton, SC Bob, my hunch is that your howling or grinding sound is actually coming from the rear tire. As the rear tire wears, it becomes flattened in the center of the tread. A saw tooth pattern develops where the flattened

portion meets the relatively unworn portion of the tread, and this saw toothed tread area creates unusual sounds as the bike is leaned over onto it. Some tires develop this issue at less mileage than others, while some tires never suffer it at all. Tread design and inflation pressures seem to affect if or when the issue develops.

Stu

No Radio Dear Stu, I am writing you to see if you can help me with my problem. All of the sudden, my radio and intercom quit working.

Also, when I turn off the ignition switch, the trip meter goes to 000 and the clock goes to 1:00 and no radio or intercom icons show on the screen. The temp works, and I can reset the clock until I turn off the key.

Thinking it might be the battery, I replaced it. But that didn’t help. I hope you can give me some suggestions for this prob-

lem. Thank you in advance Dennis Fjeld GWRRA #314336 Twin Valley, MN Dennis, you may have multiple problems here. I’m certain that the trip meter and clock issues are being caused by a defective back up power fuse (5-amp). The radio problem could also be due to a fuse, or it may be caused by a disconnected plug in the harness or at the radio.

Stu

Blown Fuses Stu, I just finished reading your “Workbench” department (in the October issue, pages 16 and 18) concerning Brent Dickey’s problems on his ‘05 GL1800.

He apparently was blowing fuses after he used a high pressure car wash on his bike, and you suggested getting a supply of 15 amp fuses. I’ve been an ASE-certif ied auto mechanic for over 20 years, and I discovered a good trick to prevent blowing fuses one after the other (trying to f ind a direct short to ground). Years ago, I found some automotive fuse blocks have circuit breakers in them to carry the heavy amp loads, such as power windows or A/C systems.

You can f ind these in most auto wrecking yards for a small price, or even for free. These breakers are normally silver in color and range anywhere from 10 to 30 amps. These breakers will trip the circuit “open” from the short and will close automatically when they cool. They normally have two male spade ends, which f it into the fuse block.

Sometimes these spade ends are too short to fit into the fuse block because the

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body of the breaker is larger than the normal fuse. [I’ve found a solution to this is to] take two wires of the same length (2 or 3 inches long), and attach two crimp-on male spades to one end and two crimp-on female spades to the other end and simply plug your breaker into the female ends and plug the male ends into the fuse block.

This is not a permanent solution but will enable you to f ind the short without going through a box of fuses. You will also be able to hear the breaker “click” when it opens and closes. As a caution, never use a fuse or breaker larger than the size recommended for the application!

Bill Brink GWRRA #267909 Roseburg, OR Bill, like you, I sometimes use circuit breakers to find short circuits. I’ve also used a small light bulb plugged into the fuse terminal to tell me when my short to ground was eliminated. I also have a rather expensive gadget known as an electronic short circuit finder. However, I felt that Brent likely didn’t have those options and would be better served by a $3 container of fuses.

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I never got around to doing so but, at Wing Ding last July, I met with some of the folks from GoldWingHIDs.com and decided to buy their system to give it a try.

Why the Install?

Before starting the high beam install, I already knew how well HID lights work in the low beam position. Even on an interstate, at night, and from a quarter mile away, the light reflecting off the overhead signs will light up the dead bugs on the windshield of your bike. So why then, you might ask, would someone want to do the high beams as well? Well...have you ever heard of too much light?

Preparing to Install The most difficult part of this conversion was installing the bulbs.

This had nothing to do with the HID bulbs. Rather, it was their location in the fairing that made for scraped hands because the high beams are even more difficult to reach than the low beams. (The manufacturer’s recommendation for mounting the ballast assemblies differed from where I had put them in my original conversion. This was convenient, since they wouldn’t then interfere with this conversion.)

The instruction manual that comes with the kit is very easy to read and understand. Unfortunately, however, it contains a number of errors.

Also, I would like to see some better photographs, especially one showing a ballast assembly mounted inside the fairing.

In addition, I personally found that the self-tapping screws they supply to mount the ballasts with are too long. But other than those few minor gripes, I was initially impressed with the components in the kit and anticipated a smooth and successful install.

Step #15 tells you to connect wires to the connector you just put shrink tubing on. Seems to me these two steps are reversed. Step #15 also tells you to connect two wires from the HID bulb, which is wrong. The two wires you need to connect are actually part of a pair of “pig tails” supplied with the kit but not listed in the parts list.

On the plus side, if there are deer where you live or ride, these lights will show their eyes off the sides of the road at a greater distance.

In the daytime, they may prevent someone approaching from the opposite direction from making a left turn, because it will be less likely they will "not see you". Maybe they are not as effective as a headlight modulator, but they are much more visible than stock lights.

A Note About “Color Temperature” HID bulbs are rated in “Degrees Kelvin”. My low beams are 6000K. The bulbs normally shipped with the kit are 4300K. Although GoldWingHIDs.com provided me with a set of 6000K bulbs to match my low beams, I installed the 4300K bulbs instead in order to show what they look like. After all, more light is not always better. Go above 6000K, and they get bluer; go higher, and they turn purple!

As you may be able to see in the photo below, the high beams are actually whiter than the low beams. (The low beams also have a cap built into the housing, thereby blocking a direct view of the bulb. This does not exist in the high beam portion of the housing, thus it allows more usable light out.)

Conclusion Bottom line? The factory bulbs use 55 watts each. HID bulbs use around 35 watts to “ignite”, then the current draw drops even lower.

With four bulbs converted, the load on my alternator has been significantly reduced, and I have triple the usable light.

I like my HID lights, and this kit seems to be of good quality. But I would really like to see the issue of the “boot” resolved.

The Installation Itself Well...maybe not so smooth. The Honda shop manual tells you to remove the fairing pockets to access the high beam bulbs. The last time my hands were small enough to do this job was before my first birthday (and this was on the right side, which is easier to get to than the left side). Off came the seat, the top shelter, and the instrument cowl. (This is not necessary in order to do the low beams.)

But, with the first bulb installed, I was disappointed to find the adapters on the HID bulbs were not deep enough for the rubber boot to seal around. (Honda put them there for a reason and, if this install were on the low beams—where water can more easily get to the bulbs—I would have stopped right there.) Lastly, Step #14 of the instruction manual tells you to put shrink tubing onto the factory power connector.

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e asked a number of insurance companies to respond to several questions motorcycle riders would love to ask them. Thankfully, though few large, standard insurance companies (ones that also offer auto, home, life, etc. insurance) sent in answers to our questionnaires, several smaller, motorcycle-specific insurance companies did reply.

A motorcycle rider can never be too informed about the coverage he or she possesses—or lacks—and finding out the specifics only after a crash can have devastating consequences, especially when injuries are involved.

Therefore, we’ve chosen to narrow down the questions and answers in this particular insurance company Q&A to those specifically relating to medical coverage and other pertinent injury-related information.

We greatly appreciate the time, effort, and candor these smaller, more motorcycle-specific insurance carriers applied to their responses.

—Sharon Stanley

LUND G R E Answers from B INSURANCE AGENCY

Q: Is there any motorcycle insurance plan that will cover medical for the rider/co-rider?

Q: Please explain “stacking” of coverage (particularly uninsured and underinsured)…

A: Medical payments coverage has always been available in most states.

Due to the exposure for injuries, the coverage available is limited and the price is high. Most people choose not to take medical payments because of the price, and many have personal health insurance that would cover their injuries.

A: Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage can be stacked. If you purchase the stacking option, pay the additional premium, and insure multiple units, you may use the limits from each unit’s coverage. For example, if you have one vehicle with limits of $50/100, you would have uninsured motorist coverage up to $50,000 per person and up to $100,000 per occurrence. If you have stacked uninsured/underinsured coverage on a second unit, you can stack the coverages and have up to $100,000 per person and $200,000 per occurrence. Three units, $150,000 and $300,000.

Q: If a rider does not have medical coverage on his/her motorcycle policy, from where do the medical bills get paid? What if the at-fault motorist has no insurance at all?

A: First, the insurance company of the at-fault driver would take care of the injuries in most states. Second, if the at-fault driver does not have insurance, the uninsured motorist coverage would take care of the injuries. If the at-fault driver’s policy is not sufficient to take care of all injuries, the underinsured motorist coverage would kick in for medical bills. Uninsured motorist coverage does not take care of the motorcycle damage. Some states have uninsured motorist property damage coverage available that would take care of this damage. Third, if the injured parties have personal health insurance, it would cover the medical costs in most instances.

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Q: Is the cost of motorcycle insurance different if you wear a helmet? Have a theft deterrent device? Have more years of experience riding? Years of crash-free riding? Provide proof of Rider Safety Course completion, etc.?

A: Medical payments would be the only coverage that may be affected by wearing a helmet. The bodily injury liability, comprehensive, and collision would not be affected because they do not cover the driver. Most companies offer claim-free renewal discounts, along with other discounts such as alarm credit, continuous coverage discount, proof of Rider Safety courses, and organization membership discounts.

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Answers from Q: Is there any motorcycle insurance plan that will cover medical for the rider/co-rider?

A: Medical payments coverage will provide some medical coverage for the rider/co-rider. This coverage is available up to a certain limit ($10,000 in most states). We have offered this coverage for quite some time.

Q: If a rider does not have medical coverage on his/her motorcycle policy, from where do the medical bills get paid? What if the at-fault motorist has no insurance at all?

A: This would depend on who is “at fault” for the accident and it will also depend on state law. In general, if it is the rider, they would need to go to their personal medical insurance. The co-rider would be covered under the passenger liability coverage of the riders policy (this coverage is mandatory in every state except CT and IL). If the other vehicle’s operator is at fault, the rider and co-rider would first be covered by the Bodily Injury (BI) portion of the at-fault operators policy. If they do not have enough coverage and the rider has purchased underinsured motorists coverage at limits above those of the at-fault party, then you could collect under this portion of the riders policy (note: in some states,

you do not need to have purchased underinsured motorists coverage at higher limits than the at-fault parties; you will be afforded coverage up to the limit purchased if the at-fault party’s limit is not sufficient to cover all of the medical costs). If the at-fault motorist has no insurance at all and the rider has purchased uninsured motorists coverage, the rider and co-rider would be paid under this coverage up to the limits purchased.

Again, this answer will vary depending upon the state of the accident and the types and limits of coverage purchased.

Q: Is the cost of motorcycle insurance different if you wear a helmet? Have a theft deterrent device? Have more years of experience riding? Years of crash-free riding? Provide proof of Rider Safety Course completion, etc.?

A: The cost of motorcycle insurance can vary for many reasons. We do provide discounts for safety course completion, preferred operators with more years of experience and crash-free years of riding. We also provide other benefits, such as an extra $500 of medical payments coverage (if purchased), if you are injured in a motorcycle accident while wearing a D.O.T.-approved helmet and $500 deductible waiver if your motorcycle is stolen and you have installed certain types of theft deterrent devices.

Answers from Q: Is there any motorcycle insurance plan that will cover medical for the rider/co-rider?

A: With the exception of Indiana, where limited medical is offered for the passenger, we do not provide medical for the operator or passenger on our policies. All of our policies include guest passenger liability coverage under the limits of liability selected. In all of the states in which we currently write business (IN, NJ, MD, OH, PA, WV), motorcycle insurers do not have to provide personal injury protection or medical payments for operators. We decided some time ago that the med pay coverage offered by our competitors is not worthwhile. Med pay coverage for operators is only important if the motorcycle operator causes the accident. Otherwise, the operator’s medical bills that are not covered by health insurance are covered by the person who caused the accident. Rider has been insuring motorcyclists for almost 40 years; we know that the vast majority of accidents are not the motorcyclist’s fault. In addition, all med pay coverages have a limit, and it is not a large amount. Health insurance covers operator injuries no differently than it would cover other types of injuries (unless specifically excluded), and med pay offered by our competitors has a low limit. However, we think motorcyclists should not have to pay for the coverage. It is also important to recognize that motorcycle insurance coverage is not the same type of coverage that you receive through your auto insurance policy. It is important to read your insurance policy, especially the exclusions section, to be sure you understand your coverage completely. If you are insuring your motorcycle with a carrier that writes other lines of business, they may use the same policy for both their auto and motorcycle lines.

Q: If a rider does not have medical coverage on his/her motorcycle policy, from where do the medical bills get paid? What if the at-fault motorist has no insurance at all?

A: Assuming that the accident was the other vehicle’s fault, then either January 2011

that vehicle’s liability coverage would pay for your medical bills or your health insurance would pay. In many states (but not all), the health insurer then has the right to receive reimbursement by the at-fault insurance carrier. Your uninsured motorist coverage only kicks in if the at-fault driver has no insurance. Your underinsured motorists coverage may also come into play if the at-fault vehicle has limited coverage. If the accident was only the insured’s fault, or only involved one vehicle and was not caused by a vehicle that fled, then the passenger would be covered by your liability coverage. If you were the only rider, only your health insurance would be available to pay medical bills.

Q: Please explain the difference between full and limited tort.

A: ”Full tort” and “limited tort” happen to be the phrases used by some states (Pennsylvania in particular) to describe a choice made by a policyholder when he or she purchases a policy that will determine the policyholder’s ability to recover damages for pain and suffering resulting from a motor vehicle accident. Other states may refer to this same idea using phrases like “verbal threshold” or “lawsuit threshold”. Not every state uses this idea, regardless of what it may be called. And, even in those states that have this, it may not apply to motorcycles at all, only to cars. For example, in Pennsylvania, persons choosing their motorcycle coverage will not have to make this choice, but people choosing their automobile insurance coverage will have to make it. In those states that use some notion of this idea, they are trying to decrease premiums for people who are not interested in suing for pain and suffering for minor injuries. Those people would choose “limited tort” or “verbal threshold” and pay a smaller premium than the people who choose “full tort” or “no threshold”. The people who choose the latter have decided that they are willing to pay a higher premium in return for having the ability to sue for pain and suffering for minor injuries.

“Pain and suffering” means damages that are not out-of-pocket expenses.

So, even people who choose “limited tort” are entitled to recover their outof-pocket losses, such as medical bills and lost wages. Once the choice is made, it is personal to that policyholder and the members of the family who 37

live with the policyholder. So, it applies in all situations where that policyholder (or family member) is injured, regardless of who is at fault and whether there is insurance for the at-fault person. For example, if a policyholder chooses “limited tort�, that choice would prevent that policyholder from suing for pain and suffering for a minor injury, even if the other driver was at fault and regardless of whether the other driver has insurance.

Q: How much motorcycle insurance coverage does a rider really need, and which types are best?

A: The amount of coverage a rider needs depends upon each person’s risk tolerance. If you are riskaverse, you are willing to pay more money to be protected. For example, if you can tolerate the risk of hurting someone who may come after your personal assets because you did not have enough insurance, you may not need to buy a lot of liability coverage. When selecting your liability coverage, you should also consider uninsured/underinsured (aka UM/UIM) coverage because this is coverage that would be payable to you. If another party injures you or causes damage to your property, UM/UIM coverage may make payment to you if that person does not have insurance or enough to cover your

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Insurance In Central & South America, AU, NZ, Asia, South Africa Insurance programs for MOTORCYCLES and AUTOS provide coverage while touring. Customers can choose liability only or full liability coverage with fire, theft, vandalism and collision protection.

Q: Is there any motorcycle insurance plan that will cover medical for the rider/co-rider?

A: Each insurance carrier handles this coverage differently, if they have it at all. An insurance agent, who represents several insurance carriers that specialize in motorcycle insurance, can counsel you regarding what specialty insurance carrier is best suited to your motorcycle insurance needs. You can’t get that type of counseling from buying motorcycle insurance online. It’s important to know if you are working with a standard insurance company (that handles your home, auto, life, etc. insurance) versus an insurance carrier that is a specialty motorcycle insurance company.

Q: If a rider does not have medical coverage on his/her motorcycle policy, from where do the medical bills get paid? What if the at-fault motorist has no insurance at all?

A: This is another reason to consult with a motorcycle insurance agent expert. All of these questions typically don’t arise in the quoting process, as most customers are seeking price, not the specific coverages. It’s important to have health insurance, just in case the medical bills aren’t covered by your insurance company or the at-fault party’s insurance company. When riding a motorcycle, it’s my belief that you should never be underinsured. A motorcycle insurance agent will assist you in identifying the necessary coverages. Then, you should start comparing prices with different insurance carriers with the exact same coverages before deciding on your insurance carrier…Uninsured/underinsured rates are higher than other coverages, but the negative experience dictates the rating structure…many vehicles are operating without, or with not enough, insurance.

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ON TRIKES By [in order of topic] Don Wishard, Project Engineer; Gary M. Hamilton, PE Engineering Manager; and Ron Plender, Director of Product Support; Lehman Trikes USA, Inc.

RAKE AND TRAIL AND TRIKES There has been much confusion regarding rake and trail on motorcycles as well as trikes. So this entry will attempt to clarify the facts and alleviate the fiction.

The most important aspect, when it comes to trike steering geometry, is trail. So what exactly is trail anyway? Well, trail is

a calculated number that results from the combination of three other numbers. Those other numbers are rake angle, front tire radius, and front axle offset. Here’s the equation for all of you mathematical types:

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Let’s begin by establishing what determines “rake” angle.

Steering rake angle is defined by an axis drawn between the centers of the two pivot bearings in the steering neck of the motorcycle frame.

The amount of degrees that this axis is tilted back from vertical is the rake angle. There are a few basic ways to change the rake angle.

These methods include raising or lowering the front or rear of the trike, cutting the frame and welding the steering neck on at a different angle, or installing offset steering bearings.

When a trike nose dives under braking, the frame rotates forward and reduces the rake angle. This, in turn, reduces the trail.

Similarly, if the front end lifts under acceleration, the rake angle increases and the trail increases. So, during everyday operation, the trail actually increases and decreases by some amount.

The second number used to calculate trail is the front axle offset.

This is the distance measured from the front axle perpendicular to the steering axis. When installing a “raked” triple tree kit, the offset is the dimension that is actually changing. The raked triple trees push the front wheel farther ahead from the steering axis, which increases the offset. This increased offset effectively reduces the trail.

As a side note, raked triple trees also change the angle of the front forks, so they are no longer parallel with the steering axis. This means that the offset changes continually, depending on how far the front suspension is compressed. Therefore, raked triple trees not only reduce the trail but can also have the added effect of decreasing the amount that trail varies during braking or accelerating.

Lastly is the front tire diameter. Installing a larger diameter front tire raises the front of the trike. This rotates the frame backward, which increases the rake angle and results in increased trail. The same effect can be accomplished by adding fork extenders to the front suspension. In order to decrease the trail, you can either install a smaller front tire or lower the front end.

As mentioned at the beginning of this article, trail is the most important aspect for trike steering. This is because trail is responsible for keeping the front tire pointed in the forward direction and for providing steering feedback to the rider. This feedback comes in three varieties: too little, too much, and somewhere in between.

With too little trail, the rider receives too little feedback and is unable to feel what’s happening. For example, with a trail of zero inches it would be reasonably easy to turn the handle bars from lock to lock while traveling down the highway. In addition, the front tire doesn’t inherently stay pointed in the forward direction.

As you can imagine, too little trail leads to handle bar wobble at highway speeds. So please don’t try this at home.

At the other, but safer, extreme is too much trail. Too much trail creates excessive feedback for the rider, thus the trike steers rather hard around the corners. Too much trail also creates a tendency for the front wheel to over-correct itself while trying to point in the forward direction. This over-correction can result in handle bar wobble at speeds less than 45 mph. Typically, this wobble is only noticeable if the rider takes both hands off the bars.

In between too much and too little trail is where most trikes reside. Unfortunately, there isn’t a one size fits all “perfect” trail dimension that works for every trike. This is because other factors, such as weight on the front tire, front tire width, rake angle, and suspension travel, all must be considered. Most trike riders prefer a trike with the trail in the 3-4 inch range.Trikes having more trail than 4 inches generally have better high speed steering stability, but at a cost of heavy steering and an increased tendency for handle bar oscillations at low speeds. Trikes having less than 3 inches of trail feature very light steering but run the risk of suffering from handle bar oscillations at high speeds. This is especially true during situations when aerodynamic drag is high, such as strong head winds, carrying a passenger, and (dare I say) traveling above posted speed limits.

In summary, anyone wishing to modify the steering geometry of a trike should take precautions to avoid ending up with too little trail.

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COMPARISON OF INDEPENDENT REAR SUSPENSION AND SWING ARM The following is a discussion of independent rear suspension and swing arm suspension on three-wheeled motorcycles with one wheel up front and two wheels in the rear.

There are three rear suspensions commonly used on three wheeled motorcycles: Rigid swing arm suspension, compliant swing arm suspension, and independent rear suspension.

The rigid swing arm trike suspension, pioneered by John Lehman in 1985, has the benefit of “No-Lean” in curves. That is, the trike and the rider remain straight-up in a fast turn. The design consists of a rigid rear axle mounted on a swing arm. By basing it on the geometry of the motorcycle swing arm, the ride is similar to that of the motorcycle.

The second suspension design attaches a rigid rear axle to the swing arm with a compliant mounting system. An example is the Lehman Monarch II. If the rider encounters a bump or dip that hits one rear wheel, the rubber isolators absorb the impact. It maintains the advantage of a “No-Lean” swing arm in curves.

The third option, independent rear suspension, has improved ability to ride out bumps or dips on one rear wheel. The system can yield to bumps independently on one side. An added advantage is the low

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un-sprung weight. This allows quicker response to dips or potholes.

In selecting a trike suspension, there are other many trade-offs.

Various aspects of the design must be traded off for others to optimize any suspension.

Suspension stiffness is commonly adjusted by changing air pressure in shocks. Stiffness affects the Natural Frequency of the suspension. The Natural Frequency changes the feel of the ride. The rear Natural Frequency must be similar to that of the front forks. A stiff suspension may be compared to that of a sports car. A lower Natural Frequency produces the luxury car ride.

Roll stiffness is the essence of the “No-Lean” suspension. (Figure 1) The rigid swing arm produces virtually no lateral roll. On the other hand, in its simplest form, the independent rear suspension has very little roll stiffness. (Figure 2) This creates an uncomfortable lean to the outside of a turn. A common solution is to provide stabilizer bars or antisway bars to transfer some of the deflection of the outer wheel to inner wheel during a turn. This has the affect of reducing the lean in a curve.

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for its stiff jolt when encountering a bump or dip with one rear wheel.

(Figure 3) This jolt may also cause a “tank slap” in the handle bars.

The independent rear suspension does better with the single wheel bounce. It is designed to allow a single wheel to handle bumps on its own. (Figure 4) The anti-sway bars mute some of this advantage but, overall, it performs well. The rigid swing arm can be augmented with isolator mounts (see design number/Figure 2) and steering damper to reduce the affects of single wheel bounce.

The rigid swing arm and the compliant swing arm both provide constant camber on the road. Constant camber reduces tire wear and keeps both tires on the road in curves. The independent rear suspension may experience variations in camber under changing loads and hard turns. This may compromise handling and wear tires prematurely. If properly designed, these issues may be negated.

An advantage over all, with either the rigid or the compliant mount swing arm, is simplicity. There are fewer parts than with the independent rear suspension. Assembly and adjustment is simple. There are fewer parts to wear over time and virtually no maintenance over the lifetime.

Virtually any trike suspension system can be designed to yield a comfortable ride in most conditions. Only you can answer the question of which system is best. You must ride the trike under the conditions that you expect to use it. Bumps, dips, pot holes and curvy roads will let you know which you prefer.

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Choose a major, reputable trike manufacturer who designs and tests to Federal and State regulations for motor vehicles. A manufacturer that designs and tests to match the host bike, performs endurance tests for long life, and then backs that with a warranty, should give you years of enjoyable trouble-free riding.

WHAT IS THE CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE FOR MY TRIKE? There has been a lot of confusion and misinformation out there when it comes to tire pressures for trike riders. Most all trikes have a motorcycle tire up front and automotive tires in the rear. The motorcycle compliance label has a recommended pressure for both the front and the rear tires. But if your motorcycle is now a trike, are these still the pressures to use?

Since we are trying to clear up the confusion and misinformation…the answer is yes and no! Let me explain more fully.

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Lehman Trikes has always recommended that you maintain the same pressure the motorcycle manufacturer lists on the compliance label for the front wheel. There is no reason to change this pressure. That’s the “yes”.

The “no” is a bit more involved. First of all, the two automotive tires, like those installed on the rear of a trike, are a completely different design than the single motorcycle tire they replace.

Lehman Trikes Founder, John Lehman, has been building and riding trikes for 25 years. For years, he and many of the dedicated trike riders who work at the company have experimented with trying to find what air pressure in the rear tires gives a rider the best ride, handling, and tire life. What they found, and have recommended for years, is that an air pressure in the 20 to 22 psi range works best.

So why, if you look at a current Lehman Trikes owner’s manual, or some other owner’s manuals, do you see a 26 psi recommendation for the rear tires? Well, one thing I was asked to do years ago was to confirm with the manufacturer of our tires that they would support our recommendation of 20 to 22 psi air pressures for our application. What I learned is that no tire manufacturer will recommend anything less than 26 psi for standard automotive tires.

Where the 26 psi number came from is an interesting, and somewhat involved, story…

There is a regulatory organization called the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA) which, of course, standardizes specifications for all different applications for tires and wheels (rims). One of the things that they provide is a load carrying capacity for each tire size at different air pressures. In their old reference books, they listed load carrying capacities for tire pressures all the way down to 20 psi. I don’t know what year they changed that but, in 1999, they still listed load carrying capacities down to 20 psi.

You may remember the big public fight that went on between Firestone and Ford Motor Co. a few years ago. As I recall, people were rolling over in their Ford Explorers, and Ford and Firestone were vigorously pointing the finger at each other. The final outcome was that it was determined that people were reducing the air pressure in their tires in order to improve ride quality. That would not have been a problem, but they failed to increase the pressure when the vehicle was more heavily loaded.

As a result, the T&RA elected to eliminate the lower pressure ratings from their reference books. In support of the T&RA, the tire manufacturers will not support running their tires at anything less than 26 psi.

So how much difference does it make? Why not just run them at a higher pressure? Running the rear tires on your trike at a higher tire pressure has a dramatic impact on how the trike rides and handles.

For each additional psi of pressure, you increase the rigidity of the sidewall. At maximum pressure, the sidewalls of your tires are quite rigid. Rigid sidewalls will increase the occurrence of the low speed “head shake” inherent in all three-wheeled vehicles. They will also transmit more of the bumps in the road to you and your passenger.

As you reduce the tire pressure, it allows the sidewall to provide additional “cushioning” when riding over irregularities in the road surface. Certainly you do not want to reduce the air pressure too far because that will adversely affect the handling of the trike.

The “cushioning” effect of the sidewalls is, of course, reduced if you are using a tire that has very little sidewall. For example, those 18- or 20-inch rims that look so cool on the back of your trike do all the wrong things for ride comfort and low speed head shake. A standard 15- or 16-inch rim with a properly sized, properly inflated tire will give you the best ride quality and the least amount of head shake.

The most commonly used tire on the rear axle of a Lehman Trike is the P205/70R15. As a point of interest, in the 1999 T&RA reference book, it lists a load carrying capacity of 1146 lbs for a standard P205/70R15 tire with 20 psi of air pressure. ● 47

CONNECTING THE DOTS OF OUR NORTHEAST TRIP, Part 1

A self-portrait, with Maine’s Mount Katahdin in the background.

By Robert Laford, GWRRA #126196, of Petersham, Massachusetts

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ou know how these kinds of trips start…you’re having a wintertime cup of coffee with a riding buddy, and one of you mentions that you would like to ride to “X” someday. The other responds in agreement, and the planning soon begins!

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My statement—made over that literal cup of coffee—was that I would like to see the Four Corners Memorial in Madawaska, Maine. I wanted to see the granite stone that my Red Knights chapter had purchased, at the memorial site. My riding buddy (and fellow Red Knights and Gold Wing rider) who was present at the time, Rick Oliver, said, “OK, when?”

The Planning Begins in Earnest We started talking about leaving on a Thursday evening after work so that we could get into southern Maine that night yet, then make the rest of the trip up on Friday. We figured we could be back home by Sunday, and it sounded like a good plan—at first.

However, a few weeks later, Rick said that he had a friend in northern Vermont who had been after him to come see his new place up there.

So I looked at the maps and figured that, if we left on Wednesday instead after work, we could do that, too.

With that in mind, if we were to draw a line from Rick’s friend’s town of Newport, Vermont to our final destination of Madawaska, Maine, it would go right through Moosehead Lake, where an old friend of mine lives. Then, a few days after that discussion, I remarked that, since we’d be traveling so close to New Brunswick, Canada, we really must stop to see our mutual friend Hal….well, you get the picture. As you can see, our trip had grown legs of its own and had backed our departure even earlier, into Wednesday afternoon.

The final piece of the puzzle came about a week before we left.

Rick made a remark that he had never ridden his bike on the

Rick enjoys his poutine, knowing it will cost him on the treadmill when he gets home!

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Kangamangus Highway in the White Mountains. Riding it would add about 150 miles to our first day. “Can you leave at 7 in the morning, instead?” I asked. With his confirmation, we were off!

Each of these places and friends became a waypoint on our wish list, and the squiggly lines between them became our riding adventure.

Each person we visited, each road we took, and each area we rode in had distinct personalities; each added color to our day and fun to our riding.

Plus, our anticipation for what lie around the next corner helped make every moment exciting!

The Ride Begins On the first day, we met at our rendezvous spot, fueled up, and were on the road first thing in the morning. Rick was ready to add some miles to his 2009 GL1800, and I was ready to do the same on my 1996 GL1500. Since the trip began mid-week, there were still thoughts of work and other obligations on our minds as we began to ride.

We left central Massachusetts and headed for New Hampshire’s White Mountains for our first “dot” in our “connect-the-dots” plan.

Instead of major routes and highways, we’d chosen a number of small, winding lines on our map. These serpentine roads, which run along New Hampshire’s rivers and through her grand mountains, offered a sensory relief from our previous days of routine. But the aggressive curves also challenged us physically and mentally as we warmed up our riding skills. This need to focus and concentrate on our riding, create proper cornering lines, and be in tune with visual, situational awareness helped to work our physical and mental muscles. The stress of the obligations of daily life began to melt away, and all that was left in our rearview mirrors was our ride.

My riding partner’s only rule on the road was “No ‘chains’”—our stops had to be the “mom and pop” operations, the small country stores, farm stands, and local businesses that give each community their individual flair.

Our first break on the road came at a small coffee shop in Newport, New Hampshire. We found it amusing because our destination for the day’s end was Newport, Vermont! We joked about how we could even map a route to catch Newport, Rhode Island if we wanted to, but that it would take a bit longer than we had time for.

After coffee, we found a winding route through some mountain notches and made our way to Lincoln and the west end of the Kangamangus Highway. For those who don’t know, the Kangamangus weaves its way from Lincoln to North Conway along a 34-mile east/west

Me, somewhere in New Brunswick, on my GL1500.

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cut through the White Mountains and climbs to a 3,000-foot elevation that offers some wonderful views of New Hampshire’s mountains.

When we pulled into North Conway it was lunchtime, so we grabbed some sandwiches and decided to use the nearby Whitehorse Gear as our lunch stop. Pulling into the parking lot, we were enthusiastically welcomed and invited into the warehouse to browse the thousands of items that are listed in their catalog. They must receive a few like-minded people into their store because a picnic table was also waiting for our use while there.

Following Route 302 back across the “White Mountain state”, we passed by Mount Washington. At an elevation of 6,288 feet, it is the highest peak in the northeastern U.S. Our route also passed by the entrances for the “Mount Washington Auto Road”, the “Mount Washington Cog Railway”, and the “Mount Washington Lodge”. The road was very welcoming—with its curves, climbs, and descents—as we passed through the area.

Route 302 crosses into Vermont, and we soon found a great road that was constructed with two wheels in mind. Route 232 is a connecting route between Routes 302 and 2, and its well-banked and challenging corners were all along a newly resurfaced road. It was a road that created big smiles inside our helmets as we dragged a few pegs over this 10-mile “shortcut”!

Over the past two years, The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has put a lot of construction programs on the road. This public funding means there are a lot of construction projects underway, and it seems you will f ind them all while traveling on two wheels. However, it being late in the summer meant that many of the road projects were nearing completion for the year (at least in the northeast) and that the roads were recently resurfaced. We found many new sections of pavement just beckoning for us to ride over them during our six days on the road!

Mount Katahdin in the distance.

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Then again, we also found some dirt, some detours, and some wait times as well. Some construction projects were still in full swing in order to get the work done while the weather was still cooperating.

But, after all, patience is a virtue—and sitting on a motorcycle in a line of traffic, waiting for the flag man to wave you by, is still better than sitting at work.

Heading North We met up with Vermont’s Route 100 and worked our way north to Newport, Vermont—which lies on the Canadian border—for the end of our first day’s ride. Newport rests along the shores of Lake Memphremagog and shares the lake with its Canadian neighbors.

Throughout the day, we had seen warning signs for moose and deer along this golden wilderness. But, that day, the only wild souls that had joined us along the way were the wild turkeys and Canada Geese.

Our first visit with friends was at their home, buried in the woods of Vermont. It is three miles off the blacktop and down a dirt road, so it is removed from all traffic, schedules, and thoughts of work. As guests in their nearby cabin, our view was of Vermont’s Jay Peak, across one gorge, and of Canada, on an adjacent ridgeline. The only sounds that we could hear were the sounds of “peace and quiet”.

However, shortly before dawn broke the next morning, the serenades of the coyote population were rather eerie as dozens of coyotes started to howl and answer each other from around the valley and nearby mountaintops. Then, when we stepped out of the cabin to walk the path back to where our bikes were parked at the main house, there were fresh deer hoof prints in the dirt around the cabin. Either the neighborhood watch had been keeping an eye on us or, being this far north, maybe it had been a summer evening’s round of “reindeer games”!

We soon waved adieu to our first night’s hosts and looked forward to saying “Bonjour” to Quebec. However, we first stopped to fill up with fuel in nearby Derby Line before crossing the border.

Gasoline in Vermont was $2.74 per gallon; across the line, it was $1.04 per liter ($3.93/gal).

Quebec offered welcoming straight roads with rolling hills; it also offered large green tracts of farmland with grazing livestock and fields of corn. The route we chose was dotted with small villages and a few larger towns—all with tall steeples and names, like St. Martyrs, St. Jospeh-de-Coleraine, Notre-Dame-des-Pins, and St. Georges, that seemed to announce their welcome and offer their French Catholic heritage.

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As mid-day approached, we stopped in Beauceville along the Riviere Chaudiere, where we found a riverside park that looked inviting.

There was a young lady tending a small vegetable stand there, and we picked up some fresh fruits and vegetables for our break. My poor and limited high school French brought a smile to her face; afterward, she replied with better English than some American teenagers I know!

Back on the road it was apparent, as we traveled along the “Route de President Kennedy”, that—even though there may be some differences in languages—our countries have a shared culture. And soon, large tracts of evergreens began to replace the open farmland. We began to share the road with logging trucks and others who support the commercial lumber, pulp, and paper operations of that area.

Well, at least we’re headed in the right direction!

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Heading Back South Before crossing back into Maine, we made a point to stop and enjoy some culinary specialties—especially some poutine! We could feel our cholesterol levels jump 30 points as we enjoyed this specialty of French fries topped with melted cheese curd and gravy. But it was worth every sit-up we knew we’d have to do later!

Crossing the border into Maine, the roads became a bit more aggressive as the mountain range came closer. The tree line showed a patchwork of evergreens and hardwoods. The hardwoods have started to grow in where logging operations have cleared away the pines. This late summer’s ride, surprisingly, gave us glimpses of early autumn colors starting to show on some of the trees.

We worked our way around the mountain lakes and, eventually, met the shores of Moosehead Lake, where our second night’s stay was with friends in Greenville, Maine. Greenville sets on the southern banks of the lake.

Our host couple told us that the town is tourist-based throughout the year; it gives welcome to the lake vacationers in the summer and the snowmobile riders in the winter. One can tell that the lifestyle there is a little different than that of home. For instance, even the police cruisers

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are four-wheel drive pickup trucks; that’s what is needed for the many miles of off-road terrain in the area. Plus, the town and the businesses are accommodating to the traffic patterns of the snowmobiles in and around town. The number of sled routes and signs we saw were evidence of the popularity of that winter sport. In fact, both of our hosts are very active in the local and state snowmobile associations.

We dined at the Black Frog restaurant, located on a barge that is docked on the edge of the lake. There we learned that, in the winter, the snowmobile riders traverse the lake into town and park their snowmobiles along the frozen moorings, in place of the boats that we saw during our visit.

Watch for Part 2 of “Connecting the Dots of Our ● Northeast Trip” soon!

Just a few, short thousands of miles to the other end of Route 1 in Key West, Florida.

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These two companies each chose a slightly different path. Widder made vests with attachable arm chaps, while Gerbing’s primarily made sleeved, heated jacket liners. Both also made gloves. And both made quality products, took outstanding care of their customers, and were successful. Devotees of each were found at every motorcycle rally—the number of which had begun booming as first Vetter-equipped CB750s, then the first preInterstate Gold Wings, made the need to get warm (and stay warm) an all-day winter necessity.

A few years ago, the Widder folks retired and closed up shop after a job well-done. However Gerbing’s, and some newer upstarts, continue, and Gerbing’s strong military involvement has led to the most significant innovation in heated clothing in 30 years—its exclusive, patented Microwire Heating System. Thick copper wire has been replaced with thinner, lighter, stronger, and more flexible wires that heat much more evenly.

UNDERSTANDING ELECTRICALLY HEATED CLOTHING

By Fernando Belair, Director of Sales & Marketing, Gerbing’s Heated Clothing

There are days that are just perfect for riding, like spring in the Southwest, fall in the Northeast and Southeast, and summer in the Northwest. Each has its own special magic as that season delivers crisp, but rideable, mornings, soothing warmth in the afternoons, and long hours for chasing shadows and turning carbons into smiles.

LET’S SEE. DID I LEAVE OUT ANYTHING? OH, YES, WINTER. UGH! Actually, depending on the location, “winter” for motorcyclists can be anything from a few months of 30-degree mornings and 50degree days to a five-month-long depression that includes the trailing/leading edges of fall and spring. And yet, there are days during the winter when the roads are dry and the sky is blue. It’s freezing, but you know you could ride…if only.

Motorcyclists have been battling this anxiety of cold-weather separation from their machines ever since the first snowflake fell on the seat of Gottlieb Daimler’s steed. Leather, layers, wool—even newspaper—have been used to keep the cold at bay. In fact, my father used to tell stories about lining himself with windproof butcher paper before donning his hides and riding his Matchless to the track.

BRIEF HISTORY OF HEATED CLOTHING Some 35 years ago, a couple of new companies began experimenting with heated clothing. After all, if it worked in electric blankets, plumbed with 110V wires, why not in clothing with internal pathways whose narrow cloth tunnels hid 12V wires (which could be powered from the bike’s electrical system)? And thus, an industry was born.

Early pioneers, Gerbing’s and Widder, found copper resistance wire much to their liking (the former company after discarding experiments with brittle carbon-fiber wire, which the Navy, on a similar mission, had also found to be a failure and cold-spot prone).

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At its core, all electrically heated clothing functions off the same principle: Wires of varying lengths are precision woven into a heating pad or garment. These wires give off heat, due to resistance created when power is applied to a closed circuit. The longer the wires are, the less resistance and the less heat there are. The shorter the wires are, the greater the resistance and heat there are; however, the greater the power draw is also.

Since motorcycles don’t have unlimited alternator output, it is key to balance the need for heat with what the majority of motorcycles produce as excess electrical power. The number and size of the wired heating pads in each garment dictate the draw, while their location is critical to the delivery of heat.

HEATED JACKET LINERS Jacket liners are the number one selling product in the heated clothing industry, with heated gloves running a close second.

Typically, a heated jacket liner is worn as an undergarment, beneath an outer motorcycle jacket shell that’s standard liner has been removed to make room for the heated liner. The outer jacket traps the heat that the liner creates.

Some manufacturers use elasticized panels in their jacket liners. These pull the heating pads right on top of the rider’s skin, with the non-heated area of the torso relying on your cold skin to conduct the calories around and “fill in the gaps”.

Others use the preferred “snug-but-not-tight” fitment method. This leaves a thin gap of heated air between the rider and the liner for less manic, but smoother and more even, heat over the entire torso.

Both will deliver heat; the choice in comfort is up to the rider.

HEATED PANT LINERS AND MORE Heated pant liners are designed like the jacket liners, with strategically placed pads filling the inner air layer with heat that creates a soothing envelope of warmth. Pant liners should be worn underneath motorcycle outer pants.

Heated insoles and socks are much like heated gloves, operating in a snug environment where proper design and thin wires pay huge dividends in comfort.

HEATED GLOVES Gloves are a bit different in that they do not have heating “pads” per se. Rather, they are insulated with a quality batting like Wing World

3M’s Thinsulate or Thermolite (in the quality gloves), through which the heating wires are woven.

Also different is the fact that, when holding a motorcycle grip, gloves can squeeze said wires down. This can make them uncomfortable unless those wires are precisely woven or, even more importantly, are of a particularly thin configuration. (Nothing is worse than having a thick, hot copper wire pulled tightly onto your bulging knuckles.)

Traditionally, gloves are connected to plugs that are built-in at the end of the jacket liner sleeves. However, for riders using gloves alone, most manufacturers will include a Y-Harness that will carry power down the sleeves and to the gloves. Most quality manufacturers will also include a fused battery harness with every garment, which makes it easy to power up simply by connecting the harness’s O-shaped terminals to your motorcycle’s battery.

Properly designed garments, with a good controller (and used under quality, well-sealed, windproof motorcycle outerwear), usually don’t need more than one-third power to deliver the kind of heat riders demand. In worst-case scenarios, perhaps a maximum of one-half power might be needed.

The importance of a temp controller cannot be overemphasized. Not using one will cause your heated garments to go to maximum heat, which can be very, very uncomfortable. Remember, there’s a lot of heat capacity built into your garments; therefore, it’s best to have a temp controller so you can adjust your comfort accordingly.

CARE AND STORAGE Care and storage of your heated clothing is important because you want it to last as long as possible. In fact, the better brands offer a lifetime warranty on the electrics in their clothing. Some have even been known to replace them in garments as old as 30 years when something finally wears out.

Part of the care of your heated clothing comes from wearing a thin base layer under any of the liners. This can be as simple as a long-sleeved cotton T-shirt or more technical fabrics. The purpose of this thin layer is two-fold.

First, it keeps the heating pads from having direct contact with the skin (which, as we’ve discussed, is not very desirable). Second, it serves to keep body oils and odors out of your garments.

Heated garments, while washable, should be treated as though you only want to wash them once a year (at the very most).

In fact, depending on the amount of use—and because they use a proper, fresh base layer when they ride—many riders can go several seasons between washings.

When washing is desired, a sink full of cold water, detergent specifically made for delicates (such as Woolite), and gentle hand manipulation are all that’s called for to freshen up a jacket or pant liner. After a couple of rinses in a sink full of clean, cold water, the garments should be hung to air dry. To avoid damage and help ensure the longest possible life, do not machine wash and NEVER put heated clothing in a dryer.

CONCLUSION When choosing heated gloves, such as these from Gerbing’s, in order to avoid discomfort over the knuckles, select a brand that utilizes thinner heating wires. Also, make sure they are wired to provide heat all the way down the fingers, including the ends of the fingers as well as all the way down the thumb.

UNDERSTANDING TEMPERATURE CONTROLLERS Contrary to popular opinions, the temperature controllers that regulate the amount of current that goes to the heated clothing are not “pots.” Potentiometers are, themselves, instruments of resistance; they send part of the current onward while dispersing the remaining power as heat. (That’s not exactly something you need setting on your Cordura jacket’s hip or attached to your tank bag.)

Temperature controllers, instead, are pulse-width modulators, or constantly active switches. At a low setting, they might cycle on/off in 1-second spurts, with a .2s/.8s on/off split, for example.

As you turn up the setting, they climb gradually up through a .5s/.5s midpoint and continue upward, shifting the cycle more to on than to off. This culminates in a full-on setting where the controller is delivering full power to the garments.

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So there you have it—a little history, a little tech talk, a little advice, and sufficient data to become an informed rider. It should give you enough information about heated gear to extend your season well past the time when Mother Nature has parked the lesser-equipped rider.

About the author: Fernando Belair began his career as an Editor at Cycle World magazine, moving on to Honda’s ad agency, then Kawasaki’s, before running his own successful sales/marketing firm. Formerly NSM at White Brothers, as well as at Helmet House, he is the Director of Sales and Marketing for Gerbing’s Heated Clothing. ●

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Hooray for Volunteers! s we all know, the Gold Wing Road Riders Association is made up almost entirely of volunteers. For more than three decades, many, many Members have given—very much and very unselfishly—of their time, talent, expertise, and more to help make this Association of friends who value fun, safety, and knowledge.

In my humble opinion, these volunteers have created the kindest organization of motorcyclists to be found anywhere on the planet. That is the main reason why, for me, it has been an honor to have been involved with GWRRA for the past five-plus years. The opportunity to be the editor of your magazine has meant the world to me, most of all because it has brought me into personal contact with so many of you wonderful Members.

I have had the opportunity to hear and to read so many of your stories and to learn about your lives and your commitment to each other.

Though, due to the space limitations every magazine editor faces, I haven’t been able to share nearly as many of those stories with you, the readers, as I would have loved to over the years, I feel I have learned some overriding themes about the Association as a whole.

The most evident thing I’ve observed is that volunteerism is the heartbeat of this Association. That volunteerism can be seen in the “Acts of Kindness” Members offer to each other during their fellow Members’ time of need on the road. It can be seen in the many, many Members who volunteer to be involved in their Chapter, District, and Region by holding

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a staff position or by helping out in any other way they can. It can be seen in the many charity efforts in which Chapters and individual Members participate. And it can be seen at every event, including Wing Ding, in the many volunteers who help to make things run smoothly so that the other Members can have fun.

In fact, one of the most awe-inspiring examples of just how smoothly an activity—especially a huge activity—can run in the hands of volunteers was last year’s Grand Parade at Wing Ding. If you were not there, I want to assure you that it was simply mind-blowing how many bikes were on the streets of downtown Des Moines, coordinated in row after orderly row. And though much of this was planned by GWRRA’s Home Office staff and event planning coordinators, volunteers were also greatly involved in its planning and execution. And, as Simon Cowell from “American Idol” would put it, those volunteers were “Spot on”.

This, of course, was only one single facet of such an overwhelmingly large convention. Amazing.

In closing, I’d like to just say that Director of GWRRA Mike Stiger, in his November 2010 editorial, reminds us yet again that this Association is made up of volunteers—and they should be greatly appreciated. So, here are just a couple of the many types of examples volunteerism GWRRA Members offer to their fellow Members. Enjoy.

—Sharon Stanley

A Family of Volunteers Article and photos for this portion by Barry Monaco, GWRRA #144355, Chapter J Newsletter Editor

The mother, Mike Epperson.

The daughter, Frankie O’Harrow.

The son-in-law, Mike O’Harrow.

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Mike O’Harrow’s bike, on the left; Frankie O’Harrow’s bike, in the middle; and Mike Epperson’s bike, on far right.

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very Chapter in GWRRA has Members who work hard by volunteering and taking staff positions to make the Chapter better for everyone else. This certainly holds true for Chapter SC-J in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The family I’m about to tell you about— a mother, daughter, and son-in-law—is some of those volunteers.

The mother, Mike Epperson (GWRRA #294151), owns a 1976 GL1000 that she got in January of 2009. She first started riding on a 1975 CB750K but later found her Gold Wing on Craigslist! The bike hadn’t been started for quite awhile, but her son-in-law Mike got the Gold Wing running in April of 2009. She then took a shake-down cruise to Tampa, Florida and promptly discovered that 582 miles in one day on a bike is harder on a body than it is in a car!

The daughter, Frankie O’Harrow (GWRRA #294147), owns a 1977 GL1000. It’s the first Wing she and her husband owned; he’d gotten it about five years ago off of eBay out of Summerville, South Carolina. He handed it down to her after he bought his 1979. The ’77 ran when he bought it, but it had to have extensive carburetor work done because it didn’t run right. Frankie has only been riding three years.

The son-in-law, Mike O’Harrow (GWRRA #294147), owns a 1979 GL1000. He purchased it about two years ago off of eBay in Detroit, Michigan. His brother picked it up for him and actually thought about keeping it for himself! Mike has been riding, since the late 1960s, exclusively on Honda 750s until this Gold Wing. He used to drag race the 750s in Ohio and Michigan. When he bought the 1979, it ran but there was a knock in the motor. The past owner had taken really good care of the outside but not the inside, so that was the first thing fixed. Mike does

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all the mechanical work on all three bikes.

We feel this family of volunteers goes above and beyond in their commitment to their Chapter and to GWRRA—they are stars of Chapter J here in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina!

Volunteer Positions Held and Activities Rendered: * Mike is Chapter J’s Ride Coordinator. * Frankie is Chapter J’s Webmaster. * Mike gave a talk on Conflict Management at the 2010 South Carolina District Rally in Charleston. * Frankie, and her mother, Mike, help sell the 50-25-15 tickets at every monthly meeting. * All three family members have taken the Officer Certification Program (OCP).

Other Interesting Facts: * Mike and Frankie were chosen as Chapter J’s 2010 Couple of the Year. * Mike took the Collision Avoidance class at the 2010 South Carolina District Rally in Charleston. * At Wing Ding last year, Mike took the MSF Course (Motorcycle Safety Foundation Course). * All three ride to almost every “Travel Plaque” attempt in the state, some more than 200 miles in each direction.

Drill Teams are Volunteers, Too

Performing at Wing Ding 32 in Des Moines, Iowa were:

The Arizona Precision Motorcycle Drill Team, led by Captain Allen Platt.

The Northern Lights Drill Team from Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, led by Captain Ron Litwiller.

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The California Gold Angels Motorcycle Drill Team, led by Captain Rick “Bulldog” Hinrichs.

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e all love Drill Teams, don’t we?

Their performances are incredible and can sometimes even take our breaths away. Last year’s Drill Team performance at Wing Ding 32—featuring The California Gold Angels Motorcycle Drill Team, The Northern Lights Drill Team from Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and the The Arizona Precision Motorcycle Drill Team—was certainly no exception.

But did you know that the Drill Teams are made up of all volunteers who pay all of their own expenses related to practice, additional maintenance, and performing?

Says California Gold Angels Motorcycle Drill Team Member Robert Lebkuecher: “There are a lot of expenses involved in doing what we do. We put more wear and tear on our Wings, which requires additional maintenance costs. In fact, we wear out parts most people would never dream of wearing out!

And every year our team tries to determine if we, as a team, can make Wing Ding.

Being located all the way in Southern California, it can be hard to get enough Team members who have the time and money to make the trip, especially if the Wing Ding location is very far from us. For example, not all of our members could make it to Des Moines, Iowa last year. It would be like trying to get an entire Chapter there.

And not to be forgotten is that, while everyone was enjoying the ride there, the Drill Teams were spending time getting ready to perform for them. But we enjoy performing for people or we wouldn’t do it.

Some other things you may find interesting is that, since we modeled our team after the Blue Angels, our Drill Teams use call signs. Call signs are assigned to you by the Team when you become a full member of the Team, based on characteristics the Team has learned about you during your initial training. For example, my call sign is Ice. By the way, please keep in mind that Drill Teams are always looking for members. Trust me, while there are some folks who don’t “have what it takes” to be on a Drill Team, there are more people than realize it who actually do “have what it takes” to be good enough. A lot of it just has to do with how hard a person is willing to try in order to be good enough. After all, none of us started out riding as good as we do when we perform.

I hope you’ve enjoyed the information I’ve shared with you and—on behalf of Drill Teams everywhere—we hope to see you on the range again soon!” ●

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Getting It There: THE (MIS)ADVENTURES OF ONE CANADIAN’S U.S. GOLD WING PURCHASE

By Barry Lidstone, GWRRA #295668, of Victoria, BC, Canada It was a very happy evening when my wife, Wendy, came into the computer room and said, “I like that Gold Wing.”

Wendy was looking over my shoulder at a black 2007 GL1800 that had GPS, Comfort, ABS and Audio packages.

I didn’t show any enthusiasm (as black is my least favorite color) but, before I knew it, Wendy was typing the owner, named Danielle, an email as if it was sent from me. She offered Danielle a lower price and, very quickly, received a “yes” reply.

“Well dear,” Wendy said to me, “I guess if this bike is all the owner says it is, we have a deal.”

NOW THAT’S A LOT OF DOUGH (OR SO I THOUGHT!) Four days later, with $18,000 stuffed in different pockets of my cargo pants, I was on the first leg of my journey from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada to Menafi, California (near Palm Springs).

Now, coming into the United States from a foreign country, you must declare any monies over $10,000. I was carrying a substantial amount over that, so I very carefully looked around to make sure no one was looking and checked the “yes” box on my declaration form.

I nervously handed my declaration form to the customs agent, who in a loud voice declared, “Oh, I see you’re carrying over $10,000.

Follow me, please.”

I clutched my pockets and looked around nervously as I followed him. He asked how much I had. I, again, nervously looked around, leaned close to him, and said in a hushed voice, “$18,000.” “$18,000? What’s it for?” he asked.

“I’m buying a Honda Gold Wing for $16,400. And the rest is ‘just in case’.”

“Just in case what?”

“Well, just in case I’m having too much fun, and I decide not to go home,” I joked.

While he was filling out the forms I asked, “Do many people come through with ‘a substantial amount of money’ like me?”

He looked at me and smiled.

“Last week, I had an Asian fellow and his Dad come through. I asked the son how much money he was carrying, and he said $720,000. He was escorted to a back room, where I had to count the money.” (With those words, I was totally deflated. After all I, Mr. “Big Bucks”, had only $18,000.)

The agent continued, “I was halfway through counting when I asked him if his dad had any money. They spoke in their native tongue and the son replied ‘Yes’. When I asked ‘How much?’, the son said, ‘Dad says he has 1.2 million’. I almost croaked!”

When he asked the father what the money was going to be used for, his answer was “for university, house, and car”.

“So, of course,” the agent laughed. “I asked if I could be his son for a day.”

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FLYING THE FRIENDLY (BUT INCORRECT) SKIES After I finished with the amiable customs agent, I went to my boarding gate for my three-hour wait. I showed an attendant my boarding pass and asked if there was an earlier flight. She told me another flight had been delayed and that, if I hurried, I might make it. I immediately ran to the other gate, where the attendant scanned my pass and gave me a new one. Then I ran down the ramp and boarded the plane. The door was shut behind me.

As we were about to back out, the Captain came on the speaker and said he hoped we enjoyed our flight to Los Angeles. I was originally booked to go to Ontario, California! Oh well, life is an adventure, I thought. I waited till we were airborne and the attendants had served their goodies, then I casually walked to the back and presented to them my (their) problem. The attendant became quite concerned and told me to return to my seat and not to worry.

I wasn’t worried; I couldn’t have cared less. After all, I had an extra $1,600 in my pocket! Three times she came back and told me not to worry, that they would get me to the right airport. (I think she knew I was carrying a lot of cash.)

At “Arrivals”, there was a cab waiting for me that took a pilot and me on the one-hour ride to Ontario. After we dropped off the pilot, I contracted for the cabbie to drive me the hour to Menafi, to my bike.

MEETING—AND DROPPING—MY NEW WING When I arrived, a five-year-old and her mother, three Great Danes, one Chihuahua, and a Sheep dog greeted me at the door.

“Don’t worry, the dogs are all friendly,” the woman said.

I stood at the front door, in awe, trying to look past the Great Danes at the huge pool and waterfall in the backyard.

“Work your way past the dogs and come into the kitchen,” she said.

“I have coffee on.”

We chatted over coffee in the kitchen for quite some time; I was beginning to wonder if I had the right house. Finally, Danielle said, “I guess you’d like to see the bike.”

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I followed her into the garage, and there sat not a black—but a metallic black—bike. It was beautiful. I had never ridden, nor even sat on, a Gold Wing before and, man, did it look big! I swung my leg over the seat and, wow, did it feel good!

When I turned the key, everything came to life—all except the starter, that is. With the key turned on, I looked at the 60-odd switches; none of them said “Start”, so I looked again. Finally, I said to her, “I don’t know how to start this bike.”

“Neither do I,” she replied, “I always sat on the back. I guess I’ll have to phone him (her ex).”

Soon she responded, “Push the reverse button.” With that, the bike purred like a kitten, and down the road I went—and, promptly, got lost.

But eventually, I got to a Wells Fargo, paid off the loan, and then returned to the house, where I obtained a notarized fax stating all was paid.

That evening, I was invited back for a nice supper with Danielle’s father, her three daughters, and the five dogs. It was dark when I climbed on my bike to leave for the motel. I started the engine and, too slowly (as I soon learned), let the bike coast backwards down her driveway. When I got to the street, my feet left the concrete, and over went the bike.

“Oh S—!” I said to myself as I looked at the bike. The engine was off, the lights were on, and, thankfully, no neighbors were watching (at least not to my knowledge). I had never before lifted a bike, and though I am six-foot-one, weigh 215 pounds, and am fairly strong, I had my doubts about lifting a bike this size. I put down the kickstand and checked the neighbors’ windows. Then I laid face down, flat on the ground and, with my head on the seat, gave it a hefty lift. Nothing!

I peeked at the neighbors again. Then, with my hands in a different position, I felt the bike move. I gave it all I was worth, and up came the bike (and my blood pressure!). At age 64, this had been quite a feat.

I once again glanced around to make sure no neighbors were watching then quickly headed for my motel.

FROM FAIRYTALE TO “FERRY TALE” Up early the next morning, I headed to the nearest motor vehicle branch to get a temporary license to get me home.

“We don’t give temporary licenses, but there’s something else I can do for you,” the attendant said. (Only much later did I receive the substantial bill from the California MVD for him having listed my Gold Wing as being registered in California!) Anyway, for the time being— form in hand—I headed for the highway that would start my three-day trip home.

Overall, it was a great trip. The bike ran well, and I felt so elated with the cruise control (and anything else I could operate without taking my eyes off the road) on. The smells, the sights, and the other bikers— it was majestic.

I spent my last night on the road in Port Angeles, Washington, which is a one-and-a-half-hour ferry trip across the Strait of Juan De Fuca to my home in Victoria, BC. In the morning, I was up early and presented myself to the American Customs agent.

I gave him my paperwork and, after looking at it, he asked for the original title. ”That’s it,” I said.

“What’s it?” he asked.

“That notarized form,” I said. “That’s it.”

“This doesn’t say you’re the owner,” he said.

“If you read here,” I explained, “it says ‘in lieu of a title, this notary signature will suffice’.”

He then pointed out, “If you read here, it says ‘the owner of the bike must present it’.”

“If you read here, it says I am the owner.”

“No, if you read here, you are not the owner.”

“Yes I am,” I argued. “I paid for the Gold Wing, and that’s what this says.” I pointed to the notarized form.

“Without the title, you’re not the owner,” he insisted.

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“This means I can’t take the bike home?” I asked.

“That’s right,” he said.

“You mean I have to put it in storage until I get the title?”

“Sorry, but those are the rules.”

I then asked him if he’d like to wait on some other people who had just walked in. I didn’t get excited and was not rude, but inside I was boiling. Leave my new bike in storage, where I can’t even see it? Oh! I felt sick!

When he came back to me, he must have felt sorry for me because he said, “Show me the bike.”

Outside we went. He asked me to read him the serial number then said, “This is the right bike.”

Back into the off ice he disappeared—for no more than two minutes—then returned. He stamped my papers and handed them back to me.

I looked at him and asked, “That’s it?”

“That’s it.”

“I can go?”

“You can go.”

“Really?”

“Really. But if you don’t hurry, you’ll miss the ferry”. I shook his hand and high-tailed it out of there.

Now the Coho ferry has been running for years, and it’s a great old ship. However, it has somewhat of a round bottom and, when in swells, it rolls—I mean it really rolls!

When boarding, you’re directed to park your bike where there are ropes hanging from the sides of the ship. If you park on the side where your bike is leaning on—with its kickstand toward the outside of the ship—you’re lucky; the ropes will somewhat stop your bike from falling toward the center. If you’re on the other side, however (where your bike is leaning toward the center of the ship), there’s nothing to stop your bike from falling toward the outside of the ship.

“There was a group with Harley-Davidsons a couple of years ago,” the attendant informed me, “that went over in a heap.” Wonderful, I thought to myself.

But, thankfully, my bike and I arrived at Canadian Customs unscathed. All they wanted was their 7% GST, and we were in.

GOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO WAIT (AND WAIT! AND WAIT!) My next stop was to get my bike insured. I was promptly told that, until I had the title, there was no insurance.

“Here we go again,” I said, “but if you read here…”

“Sorry,” the agent said, “we need the title.”

I promptly phoned Danielle, and she started the slow process of obtaining the title. The first form sent from the finance company said the lien had been paid; however, it should have said the loan was paid in full. That took two weeks.

The second form was correct, except that they had put it on an outdated form. This was another three weeks.

The third time the form came back, it was not notarized. This took another month. Plus, every time Danielle had to take the forms to the motor vehicle branch, it wasted over half of her day.

The last time Danielle received the form, she was too frustrated to take it to the MVD, so she mailed it in instead. Lo and behold, a title came back! All in all, though, my Gold Wing sat in my garage for over three months. That ruined any summer biking for that year.

Finally though, last year, Wendy and I did a two-month, 8,000-mile trip to Bryce Canyon, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, the Arches, Joshua Tree, the Mojave, Death Valley, Grand Teton, Canyonlands, Zion, Red Rock Canyon—whew!—and many other great places.

So I guess, sometimes anyway, great things do come to those who wait! ●

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WING DING 33 IN KNOXVILLE MEANS MORE THAN JUST GREAT ROADS — PART TWO —

By Kim Davis, Communications Manager, Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation nown for its southern hospitality, with an assortment of hands-on interactive Knoxville, Tennessee will present experiences, along with the history and perWing Ding attendees with lots of sonalities of the growing sport of women’s entertainment, cultural, arts, shopping, dinbasketball. It also includes three indoor basing, nightlife, and outdoor activities. The city ketball courts, a dribble racecourse, and an is rich in history and alive with excitement, interactive locker room, where visitors can and it offers visitors a variety of things to do hear a coach’s actual half-time talk. and experience. There’ll be a lot to check out Ijams Nature Center – Ijams Nature during your upcoming trip to Knoxville!

Center is a wildlife sanctuary and environmenLast month, we shared with you some tal education center that encompasses more great attractions—other than the great than 275 acres of protected woodlands and East Tennessee History Museum. roads—that the Knoxville area has to offer. meadows, including the reclaimed Mead’s (Photo courtesy of the Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation.)

This month, we’d like to share several more Quarry site. All is open for exploration via options with you, especially in regard to the area’s history and nature… seven miles of nature trails, including a boardwalk on the Tennessee River.

East Tennessee History Museum – As home of a regional history Knoxville Zoo – With an internationally renowned preservation and museum, a premier genealogy research library, and historical archives, the East breeding program, our zoo is one of the top zoological parks in the Southeast. It Tennessee History Center (ETHC) brings visitors face to face with East Tennessee’s features more than 230 species and 800 animals in natural habitats, including black history makers. Located in downtown Knoxville, ETHC is the place to go for his- bears, tigers, giraffes, and elephants. Plus, there are special exhibits just for chiltory and heritage. Many special subjects are offered, including the Civil War, coun- dren, such as “Kids Cove”, which explores life in the early 1900s. It features a play try music’s beginnings, and Cherokee artifacts and information. You can even learn cabin, vegetable gardens, animals, and play spaces with an East Tennessee theme. about the start of the atomic bomb.

The rich history and beautiful landscapes of Knoxville are sure to capture Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame – The Women’s Basketball Hall of your interest, so make certain to mark your calendars for the Wing Ding 33 Fame honors the greatest contributors to the game while celebrating the past, pres- Convention in Knoxville, Tennessee on July 6–9, 2011. ent, and future of women’s basketball. Enjoy more than 32,000 square feet of fun, For more information on this year’s Wing Ding, visit www.wing-ding.org.

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Will the “Steed” or the “Iron Horse” Win?...

Guess It Depends How Long the Race Is! David Engleman (GWRRA #306925, of Moab, Utah) says he took this photo of his Burgundy “steed”, a 2006 GL1800, in August of last year in Antonito, Colorado. He says he took it during a ride from Moab, Utah to Salida, Colorado for that state’s District rally. David admits that the “iron horse”, a Cumbres & Toltec antique steam engine, had just pulled out of town on its daily tourist run to Chama, New Mexico. What he didn’t admit to, however, was that he tested his horse against the one on the track. (But we’re sure he probably did!)

RULES FOR 2011 “Where’s Wingy” Contest For GWRRA Members: WIN $50!

Here’s how the contest works: You can find “Wingy” anywhere in your Wing World magazine!

Follow these instructions: •Find “Wingy” (shown here).

Then: •Email your entry to: c o n t e s t @ w i n g w o r l d m a g . c o m or you may mail your entry to: WW January “Wingy” Contest, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027 All entries must be received before January 1st, 2011.

Entries must include your name, mailing address, phone number, GWRRA membership number and the following: •The page number on which “Wingy” is located.

•The location on the page where “Wingy” was found.

A winner will be randomly chosen on January 3rd; the lucky winner of the $50 will be contacted by email or phone. Additionally, the January winner’s name will be published in the March 2011 issue of Wing World magazine. Limit one entry and winner per issue!

So, enjoy the search! And while you are busy looking for “Wingy”, we’re sure you will find tons of interesting goodies along the way!

So, whatcha waiting for? Good luck and Happy Hunting!

Legal stuff: Contest will run, starting with the January 2010 issue of Wing World magazine, and may be discontinued without notice by the publisher. By participating in this contest, entrants agree to the specific rules, terms and conditions provided for this particular contest as stated in the Rules given here.

ELIGIBILITY AND ODDS OF WINNING: No purchase necessary to enter. Limit one entry per Member. Multiple entries will not improve chances of winning. Contests are open to any member of GWRRA, except employees of GWRRA, INB Corporation, affiliates, subsidiaries, and successor companies, contest sponsors, advertisers and/or promotion agencies, contest prize suppliers, participating advertisers and immediate family members of anyone so situated. “Immediate family members” shall include spouses, siblings, parents, children, grandparents, and grandchildren, whether as “in-laws”, or by current or past marriage, remarriage, adoption, co-habitation or other familial extension, and any other persons residing at the same household location, whether or not related.

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This Month’s GWRRA

“Exclusive” Member Special

RECEIVE 15% OFF WarmGear 12-Volt Heated Clothing Gloves, Jackets, Vests, Pants, Insoles, Socks and Accessories

Free Shipping on orders over $75

www.CozyWinters.com/ww Use Coupon Code: GWRRA15 Offer Expires March 1st, 2011

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Visit www.gwrra.org/message boards/classifieds for up-to-date, Member-maintained classified listings.

These classified listings are a benefit for GWRRA Members and are for GWRRA Members’ personal property only. Listings limited to approximately 30 words each. We reserve the right to edit entries. Include year, model, mileage, price, name, phone number, e-mail, state or province.

Type or print written entries and send to “Classified Ads,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027, or by e-mail to editor@gwrra.org. Deadline is fourth Friday of the month approximately two months before issue’s cover date. Ads run one month on a firstcome, first-served, space-available basis. Late-arriving ads are held for a succeeding issue.

GWRRA assumes no responsibility for quality of items listed, nor for the outcome of transactions initiated through these listings.

COMMERCIAL CLASSIFIEDS

Honda cover, and matching Honda trailer. (252) 792-3355 or rscott3839@gmail.com. NC.

DEALERS

1991 Gold Wing Interstate. Gold. 97K mi. Extra lights, trunk rack, Markland highway boards, cover, trunk bag. Garage kept. $5,400.

Gary. (989) 785-4549. MI.

Genuine Honda OEM parts & accessories for all Honda motorcycles, ATV's, Watercraft & Power equipment. Visit our 22,000 sq. ft. store on the West coast, shop on line @ HondaPartsLine.com or call 1-888-792-0010.

WOWMotorcycles.com. BUY—SELL—TRADE any Wing.

Highest prices paid for clean bikes!!! America’s largest independent dealer of used bikes (500+ in stock). Always huge inventory of highest quality Wings, Valkyries and others.

Coast-to-coast pick up and delivery. Call us now or whenever. Check us out at www.Wowmotorcycles.com or call 1-800-572-3720.

BUSINESS “FOR SALE” WAGS UNIQUE MOTORCYCLE TRAILERS, Denver, Iowa (BUSINESS & INVENTORY) GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY -- well established & fast growing company! WAGS is the #1 Pet Trailer in the WORLD! Trailers in Europe, Norway, Australia, Canada.

Check out WAGS website: www.wagstrailers.com.

Owners Retiring -- Call (319) 984-9182 for DETAILS!

MEMBER “FOR SALE” M O T O R C Y C L E S 1976 Yamaha XS650. Original blue; and both paint and chrome are in good cond. Just over 7K original miles on this powerful old twin.

Motorcycle has had a lot of recent attention, with new Mikuni carbs, filters, tires and tune-up. Looks good and runs very well; ridden at least once weekly and could easily be a daily rider. Original carbs, filters, a small windshield, and sissy bar are included. $2,500. For more info, call Larry. (662) 202-5884 or msgtlew@hotmail.com. Oxford, MS. 1986 Kawasaki Eliminator ZL 900. 14,585 mi. Rare bike. Exc. cond.

New saddlebags, new seat, tuned recently. $3,000. Art. (843) 4384123. Myrtle Beach, SC. 1988 GL1500. Champaign. 78K mi. Exc. running and physical cond.

Reverse, driver backrest, cornering lights, highway lights, front fender, lighted eagle’s head, Quadro sound system, AM/FM/cassette/6-CD changer/CB/intercom system (passenger controls), saddlebag, chrome luggage rack, electric heated system (for gloves, etc.).

Adjustable air shocks/self-inflation system, Air Wings (feet/legs/hands), and 2 extra-long cup holders. 2 matching helmets, January 2011

1991 GL1500 Aspencade. Asking $4,500 obo. Vernon. vrwalk@aol.com or (360) 509-3694.

1998 GL1500SE. Two-tone Beige. 35K mi. Many extras. Garage kept. Includes cover, helmets w/ headsets, and more. Asking $9,000. Ron. (606) 789-7102. Van Lear, KY. 1999 GL1500 SE w/ 2003 Escapade SE matching trailer. Two-tone Light Green. 133K mi. Always serviced at local Honda shop w/ Honda Synthetic oil. Has over $4,000 in extras (i.e., Tulsa, Corbin, CompuFire, etc.) Pics avail. on request. (919) 639-2530 (cell), (919) 800-9810 or wingrider1@embarqmail.com. NC. 2000 GL1500 SE. Pearl Glacier White. 54K mi. Exc. cond. Always kept in heated and A/C garage. Over 3K in extras. E3 tires with 7K miles. $10,000. Pics available on request. Sonny. (417) 679-4825 or Amundlee@yahoo.com. MO. 2000 Gold Wing SE, 25th Anniv. Ed. 71K mi. Two-tone Pearl White/Light Green. All maintenance done by Honda’s schedule. Exc. cond. Ready to ride. $8,995. (405) 263-7538 or bobpatsy@hotmail.com. OK. 2001 GL1800. Red. 141K mi. Exc. cond. Backrest, chrome luggage rack, taller windshield (plus stock windshield), new tires, CB, passenger floorboards, armrests, backrest, radio, vanity mirror w/ light, cover.

Plus, extra cover and XL helmet. Wired for XM radio. One owner; garaged. Must see to appreciate. Contact Audrey. (702) 648-9075 or (702) 592-8667.

2001 Gold Wing w/ matching 2001 Colorado trailer. Beautiful black.

75K mi. Has Tulsa windshield, heated Corbin seat, and many other extras. This is a very nice rig at a very fair price—$10,000 obo.

Gordy. Call for all the details! (770) 331-8995. Douglasville, GA. 2003 GL1800. Silver. 39,500K mi. One owner; very good cond. $10,950. Lee. (928) 427-0291. AZ. 2004 GL1800. Exc. cond. White w/ some artwork. Backrest, armrests, rider and passenger highway pegs, Ring of Fire, CB, new tires.

Digital music changer, and many extras. Asking $12,000. Pics avail in email at sherlock304@mchsi.com or (319) 373-2728. Marion, IA. 2007 Honda Gold Wing. Liquid Silver. 42K mi. Tires have only about 2K miles on them. Lots of extra lights and chrome on the bike. CB, luggage rack, rear spoiler w/ light, armrests, trailer hitch, pinstriping, etc.

Always garaged. $15,000. Roger. (608) 732-7299. WI. 2008 Honda ST1300. 5K mi. Illusion Red. Purchased new March of 2009. Warranty remaining. Garage kept, HeliBar risers, Powerlet, BrakeAway Cruise Control, linked brakes, and more. Perfect cond. $11,500 obo. (386) 439-9887 or unobadboy@bellsouth.net.

T R I K E S 2006 GL1800 w/ Champion conv. Triked in 2008. Only 23K mi. Lots of chrome, EZ-Steer, floorboards, GPS, stereo, heated gloves, vest, new battery, front tire, dash cover, luggage rack, disk brakes, running lights, three helmets (2 w/ headsets), two windshields, tork loop system, two covers, belly pan, heel/toe shifter, and many, many extras.

Always garaged. Very flashy! $25,000. For more details, contact Don at (760) 221-0447 or donaharr7@aol.com. Buckeye, AZ. 2006 Gold Wing w/ Hannigan conv. Dark Red. 10,6K mi. Like new cond. Numerous upgrades/accessories. New, never used Escalade cargo trailer, black. Asking $34,000 for both. Open to offers. Carl. (937) 438-0461 or csands7934@sbcglobal.net. OH. 2008 Thoroughbred Motorsports Stallion. Candy Red. 6,500 mi. All options. Back-off brake lights, strobe lights on front, red ground effect lights. Comes with new, matching red GLT trailer. $32,000. Michael.

(864) 227-8576. SC. TRAILERS AND SIDECARS 1939 Ford replica pull-behind trailer (approx. 29 cu. ft.). Black w/ gold pinstriping and American flag and eagle trunk mural. Debris shield, cooler mount, chrome wheels, foul-weather cover. $3,500 obo. Paul.

(256) 216-1026 or pjn48@mchsi.com. Athens, AL. 2000 “The Breeze” 20 cu. ft. cargo trailer. White. Exc. cond. Asking $1,500. Pics avail in email at sherlock304@mchsi.com or (319) 373-2728. Marion, IA. 2004 SunValley Extreme Lite travel trailer. 18 foot; 2,162 lbs. gvw. Sleeps 5-plus. Full bath w/shower, refrigerator, stove, oven, broiler, microwave, AM/FM/CD stereo, awning. $5,000. Jon. spooky00jlp@netzero.net or (847) 7425089 (after 2 p.m.). IL. PA R T S A N D A C C E S S O R I E S Brand-new GL1800 windshield; still in box; never installed.

MSRP $225; asking $150, plus shipping. Terry. (269) 965-6817.

Battle Creek, MI. Take-off part from 2008 GL1800 trike conversion. 26K mi.

Conversion done last May. Rear wheel and tire, gear assembly, pair of mufflers, swing arm assembly, fender, and two bags. Delmar.

(608) 924-1745. WI. 2007 Voyager Convertible Trike Kit (B). Choose your way to go from 2-wheeled fun to 4-wheeled touring in minutes and back again.

Exc. tires. Just 1K miles on unit. Just needs belly pan and L brackets. Used on GL1200 but will fit most ALL touring bikes.

Manual and video. Photos avail. New one cost $5-6K (installed); REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE – get this like-new (1K mi. on unit) for just $2,800. (850) 878-3850 or 2pilgrims1952@centurylink.net.

M I S C E L L A N E O U S FOR RENT: Bike Week, March 5 – March 12, 2011. Tropic Shores, Daytona Beach Shores. Sleeps 4, beachfront, Gold Crown. $1,000.

John. (386) 409-5560.

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GL1800 2003-2007. Email HondaBob1@hotmail.com or call (928) 710-2064. Prescott, AZ. I just got a brand-new 2008 GL1800 (with no airbag or ABS), and I am looking for a service manual. I’d like to learn more and do more with my Wing. Anyone who can help me with one, please hit me up.

Thanks. Nate. Fournate@neo.rr.com. Youngstown, OH. ● 71

EVENTS We list only GWRRA-sponsored functions by category, name, date, location and contact person and information. For full details, including rally costs, we recommend you also visit on-line listings according to GWRRA

vations, call (614) 885-1885 and give the event code: Ohio GWRRA. The hotel reservation cut-off date is Jan. 21, 2011. For more info, contact Robert G. and Angela Williams at dd@ohiogwrra.org or (330) 650-6771.

Event flyer and registration available on our website at http://ohiogwrra.org.

Region, District and Chapter. Event listings may run up to six months in advance of an event, and will run through the month of the issue’s cover date. “Photo Tours” and “Other Tours” will appear periodically. The deadline for Events is approximately the fourth Friday of the month, three months before the issue’s cover date.

To submit event information, e-mail editor@gwrra.org or mail to “Event & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027. ***To best understand the EVENTS SUBMISSION DEADLINE, use the cover date (for example, September 2009); do not count that month (September); count back two months (in this case, August and July). Therefore, the fourth Friday of June is considered the fourth Friday the submission is due for the September issue.*** * Indicates new listing in this issue.

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Visit our website www.gwpins.com or call 800-843-9460 or 623-581-2500 Extension 220

NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS MARCH 2011, DATES PENDING. Come join us on our 2nd Annual “40 to Phoenix” Coast-to-Coast Ride. For more, and updated, information, please contact Brian McCallum at (571) 275-2577 (cell) or bmccallum65@yahoo.com.

JULY 6 - JULY 9, 2011. WING DING 33 IN KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE. Join us for the annual GWRRA party and convention, including the world’s largest Gold Wing trade show, parades, Rider Ed courses and classes, seminars, parties, dancing, food, great riding and much more—all in a great city! Sign up now at www.wing-ding.org or call (800) 843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (Phoenix area) to register now!

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MARCH 31-APRIL 2, 2011. ALABAMA DISTRICT CONVENTION at host hotel and convention site Marriot Space Center in Huntsville, AL (home of the Alabama Space and Rocket Center). “A Tribute to American Heroes – Who’s Yours?” is our theme for the Convention. Bring a Picture (2.5-inch) of your hero, and we will put it in a badge for you to wear and take home with you. Seminars, ARC/TRC, Lighted Bike Parade, vendors, Bike Show, dinner on Thursday, ice cream on Friday. Tickets $1/each for Bushtec Trailer drawing, Grand Prize $1,000 and lots more. Come join the FUN. Contact Roy Fosnight at (256) 721-9151; for more info, visit www.alabama-gwrra.org.

REGION EVENTS

CHAPTER EVENTS

MARCH 24-26, 2011. Join us for the Region H “When I Grow Up I Want to Be…” Convention held at the Plano Centre, Plano, TX, a wonderful indoor facility. Inside and outside vendors, Bike Show, Talent Show, Light Parade, Drawing for Two $500 Grand Prizes, One $250 Mini-Grand Prize, Thursday night cookout at Maxim Honda, Rider Education, and Leadership Training events, Friends + Fun, Fun, Fun! Pre-registration is March 1, 2011. Contact Region H Directors Harry and Joan Dollarhide at harry@hrdjssdollarhide.com or (405) 694-5218. Flyer available at www.region-h.org.

JANUARY 15, 2011. CHAPTER FL-2L'S Annual "Fireball". Please join FL-2L as we bring Mardi Gras to Lakeland, FL. Join us in your Mardi Gras attire for food, fun, games and great door prizes.

Registration ($12)-opens at 9:00 am with closing ceremony at 1:00pm. Location- Lake Mirror Center (Downtown Lakeland) 121 South Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL. For more info, contact Rex Prince at (863)- 6021964 or visit lakelandfireballs.com.

DISTRICT EVENTS JANUARY 27-29, 2011. MARYLAND DISTRICT’S “WinterThing” in Ocean City, MD at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau. For reservations, call (800) 638-2100 and ask for the MD District WinterThing event for special rates. Come join us for seminars, an ice cream social, MD Couple of the Year selection, people games, raffles and more. There will be a dance Friday night, complete with costume competition. This year’s theme is “Renaissance”. Come join in the fun! For more info, please contact Allen Willingham at (410) 798-6137 or Ray Hartman at (301) 374-9476. Flyer available at www.gwrra-mddistrict.org.

FEBRUARY 11-13, 2011. OHIO DISTRICT'S "Cabin Fever" will be held at the Crowne Plaza North in Columbus, OH. The theme this year is "Mardi Gras".

This is a “pre-registration only” event. For hotel reser-

MARCH 25-27, 2011. CA-1R will be hosting their 13th annual "Rally in the Valley" in Laughlin, NV. The Edgewater Hotel will be the host hotel. Please call (800) 677-4837 to make your room reservations and refer to "Rally in the Valley". Rooms must be booked by 2/10/2011. Room costs for Thursday, March 24, and Sunday, March 27, are $22; room costs for Friday, March 25, and Saturday, March 26, are $55. For more info, contact Cathy Diaz at (949) 302-8664 and/or Ray Martin at (714) 971-7443 or go to the website at www.gwrra-ca1r.org. You can download your rally registration form or complete one online. Our rally provides many great door and grand prizes, including a $150 gift certificate from JBJ Cycles for pre-registration by March 7, 2011.

APRIL 29-30, 2011. TEXAS CHAPTER O2'S “Heart of Texas Wings” Convention (and duck race).

Friday night, Pre-convention Dinner Ride; Saturday, Convention and Duck Race in Riverside Park, Brownwood, TX. For more info, contact Rick and Alyce Dietly at Rdietly@clear.net or (325) 692-6298. ●

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L E A D E R

Membership in all 50 States. Represented in 52 Countries.

COUNTRIES ANDORRA ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA BAHAMAS BERMUDA BELGIUM

BRAZIL BRUNEI CANADA CHINA COLOMBIA COSTA RICA CZECH REPUBLIC

DENMARK ENGLAND FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GUAM HONG KONG

ICELAND INDONESIA IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY JAPAN KOREA

L I S T I N G Denotes senior officer

REPRESENTED: KUWAIT LUXEMBOURG MALAYSIA MEXICO NEW ZEALAND NORWAY PAKISTAN

PORTUGAL PUERTO RICO REP OF PANAMA REP OF SINGAPORE REP OF SOUTH AFRICA SAUDI ARABIA SCOTLAND

SLOVAKIA SPAIN ST VINCENT SWEDEN SWITZERLAND TAIWAN THE NETHERLANDS

TURKEY WALES WEST INDIES

DIRECTORS: MIKE STIGER...................DIRECTOR ...........................................4552 LEEWARD DRIVE ...........................PLEASANT LAKE.............MI ...................49272 ..........................517-420-4535 BOB GREER ....................CHAPTER OF THE YEAR........................2738 AUSTIN LN ....................................JONESBORO.................GA ..................30236 ..........................770-473-1316 ED JOHNSON ................MEMBER ENHANCEMENT....................20141 INVERNESS WAY .........................BRISTOL ........................VA ...................24202 ..........................276-628-5535 GENE KNUTSON............RIDER EDUCATION...............................10266 JORDAN STREET ..........................SPRING HILL ..................FL ....................34608 ..........................352-428-0785 DAVID ORR .....................LEADERSHIP TRAINING ........................2127 ASHLEY GLEN WAY .......................FORT MILL .....................SC...................29707 ..........................704-560-5446 PETER RUSSELL ................GLOBAL AFFAIRS .................................34 WEST PARK .......................................LONDON......................ENG ..............SE9 4RH ........................02088570525

REGIONAL

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ROBERT SHRADER ........................SOUTHEAST (A) ...................................9333 ROLLING CIRCLE . .................SAN ANTONIO ................FL .........................33576 ..............352-668-3164 ED BAHRENBURG ........................NORTHEAST (B)....................................P.O. BOX 448 . ..............................CHENANGO BRIDGE ........NY .......................13745 ..............607-427-8777 RONALD MILLER ...........................GREAT LAKES (D)..................................847 S. CLINTON ............................STOCKBRIDGE ..................MI ........................49285 ..............517-851-7276 CLAYTON ALCORN ......................AMERICA’S HEARTLAND (E) ..................5020 LOCUST LN. ..........................SEDALIA............................MO ......................65301 ..............660-827-3063 ANITA ALKIRE ...............................SOUTHWEST (F) ...................................4331 SUMMIT DR...........................LA MESA...........................CA .......................91941 ..............619-741-8893 HARRY DOLLARHIDE .....................SOUTH CENTRAL (H) ............................19719 SE 59TH ST ........................NEWELLA .........................OK .......................74857 ..............405-391-7661 STEVE HENICKSMAN ...................BIG SKY (I) ...........................................258 STONE RUN LANE ..................IDAHO FALLS.....................ID .........................83404 ..............208-523-9813 FRANK ALBERT .............................APPALACHIAN (N)................................310 NEWMAN DRIVE. ...................KODAK.............................TN........................37764 ..............865-932-2994 PETER RUSSELL .............................UNITED KINGDOM REGION (UK) ..........34 WEST PARK...............................LONDON .........................ENG....................SE9 4RH ............02088570525

C A N A D A PHIL CRAVEN ...............................GREAT NORTHWEST (J) ........................BOX 1343 AINSWORTH.................HOT SPRING.....................BC......................V0G 1A0 ............250-353-7108 BOB PINET...................................CENTRAL CANADA (K) .........................1315 SHERWOOD CT. ...................BURLINGTON....................ON .....................L7M1C8 .............905-336-6166 MIKE DEVINE ...............................CANADIAN ATLANTIC (L)......................RR #1 67 CAMPBELL RD.................DEBERT .............................NS .....................B0M 1G0 ............902-662-4082

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KANSAS DRAKE, G BOCKHAUS, S TADLOCK, J CRAWFORD, R MUSGROVE, L SHANNON, G STEVENS, R MANGUS, G SCHOECK, J

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401-728-6617

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Rocco Cole GWRRA #103187 Coxsackie, NY

Edward Koscielski GWRRA #294719

Verne Phipps GWRRA #155691 Sandusky, MI

Dorothy Bell GWRRA #163729 Zanesville, OH

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Francis “Skip” Benjamin GWRRA #080578 East Jewett, NY

January 2011

Patricia Terrien GWRRA #037757-01 Muskegon, MI

Claus Zachariassen GWRRA #311467 Soreidgrend Norway ●

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readers’ rides ▲

Do you have a good, clear photograph of your pride and joy? This section of Wing World is designed to show off as many bikes as possible. Give us information about your Gold Wing; start with the basics of its year, model and color, then tell a little about what is special about your bike. Send your description and photos to: Wing World Editorial Department, 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027, or via email to editor@gwrra.org.

2005 GL1800 This is me (Mike Evancik, GWRRA #230826, of Chillicothe, Illinois) with my Candy Black Cherry 2005 Gold Wing (pinstriped by TJ & the Boss at the last Honda Homecoming in Marysville, Ohio) taken this August at Bear Tooth Pass. At 10,500 feet of elevation, it felt like I was at the “Top of the World”.

This was part of a 3,100-mile roundtrip to the Pass and Chief Joseph Scenic Byway, with a two-day layover in Sturgis.

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2004 GL1800 We are Rick and Margaret Jenkins (Life Members #25220 & 01, of Aberdeen, Washington). We are Charter Members of Chapter WA-D (“The Ducks”) and have held many positions within GWRRA. I have wanted a white Gold Wing since becoming a Member in1984. After numerous GLs throughout the years, we bought this Arctic White Wing new in 2004.

It’s our first GL1800.

2002 GL1800 Trikes Here are two sets of Florida traveling trikers from FL2-O of Stuart. Left is Hank and Joyce Deinema (GWRRA #13151) and Gary and Amelia Thorpe (GWRRA #44046). Both couples are from Hobe Sound, Florida and travel to many rallies and destinations together.

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SPECIAL ALL-GL1800 EDITION ▲ ▲

2010 GL1800 Here I, T.D. (“Top Dog”) Reed (GWRRA #94478, of Lithia Spring, GA) am with my new 2010 Pearl Yellow GL1800. I’d just finished riding the Tail of the Dragon (318 curves in 11 miles).

Of course, my beautiful Wing handled perfectly. Anyone who rides needs to put his or her bike on the Dragon’s Tail.

2009 GL1800 with Bushtec Trailer This is our (Frank Lovejoy and Judy “Roz” Rosbury, GWRRA #422193) yellow 2009 GL1800, with matching Bushtec trailer. We were leaving Sebring, Florida this past May for our 13,142-mile, four-month-long trip to the Great Northwest. We have owned two other so-called “touring bikes”, but decided last year that the GL1800 would be our next touring bike. So, here is our “Dragonfly”!

▲ 2007 GL1800 with Escapade Trailer This is my wife, Kathleen Moss (GWRRA #281185, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) on the third day of our 21-day, 5,215-mile trip to the “Top of the World”. Our Dark Orange 2007 GL1800 and Escapade trailer took us to the top of Mt. Evans in Colorado— the highest paved road in North America (at 14,270 feet). What an exhilarating ride…to say the least!

January 2011

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On the Wing of a Dream

By Michael L. Kern, Jr., GWRRA #161568, of Shelby Township, Michigan (©2002, All copyrights retained by author.)

’Twas the morning of New Year’s, I woke with a start.

I’d been dreaming a Gold Wing, had stolen my heart.

It even had a 6-changer CD, AM/FM radio, four speakers, CB. The list of accessories would be long to extol; there were gadgets and lights, electronic cruise control.

We passed o’er the rivers, rode through tunnels of trees; the sun shone so brightly as we rolled on with the breeze.

The feeling was awesome, we were free as could be; our spirits unfettered with newfound liberty.

It was gorgeous in color, ’twas Illusion Red. It sparkled and shined, as it passed near my bed.

This awesome machine seemed to call out my name, “If you will but ride me, you will not be the same.”

I couldn’t resist, so I went for my wife, my constant companion, the love of my life.

But the dream I’m describing was really no dream, for last summer we purchased this awesome machine.

We are both now past fifty, yes, we’re “over the hill”, but the hills we now climb on the Wing bring a thrill.

The engine had power, but like a whisper, it purred.

It was amazingly quiet; it could hardly be heard.

So Gracie and I swung our legs o’er the seat; we strapped on our helmets. Wow! This will be neat!

We wore black leather jackets and new cowboy boots; Gracie’s jacket had fringes. This was really a hoot!

Now the Wing sets in silence since winter’s arrived, yet deep in our spirits, that feeling’s alive.

There’s a spring in our step as we wait for the spring; Anticipation’s a build-in’, for we know what it brings.

Its body was sleek, with beautiful lines.

There was glitter from chrome, with more added o’er time.

With her boots tipped with silver, silver chain ’neath the heel, she said, “Mike, this is fun! This feeling’s so real”.

We were soon on the back roads with our intercom on; the music played softly as we chatted along.

We will slip on our gear and then slip out of town; the grins on our faces will be broad as a clown’s.

With a twist of the throttle, we’ll soon be out of sight— Happy New Year our friends, Ride Safely, Good Night!

Our senses were piqued, our eyes saw new sights; had we traveled this road before only at night?

The vistas and smells were so powerfully new, we eased through the esses, on straight stretches we flew.

It’s not a dream for us, either!...Here we (Don and Johanna Friedel, GWRRA #316771, of Round Rock, Texas) are riding our Titanium 2008 GL1800 on 337W from Vanderpool to Leakey, Texas. This “Twisted Sisters” loop (335, 336, and 337) leads into the Texas Hill Country. Our Gold Wing is a major stress reliever and, so far, we’ve put over 37,000 miles on it. To date, our best vacation ride has been a 14-day, (Photo by TxMotoFoto.)

3,413-mile jaunt through Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, and Colorado!

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