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THE PHELPS AND THEIR REFUSAL TO GIVE UP

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HAPPY NEW YEAR PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARL SCHULTZ

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andi and I wish each of you a very happy New Year. We hope that your 2014 will be filled with lots of fun, safe riding, happiness, and, most of all, good health.

We’d like to begin the New Year by saluting the bravest people we know in GWRRA, our Co-Riders. These incredible folks travel down the highway with us with absolutely no control of the vehicle on which they are riding. We’d like to take a moment to honor them and to consider how important they are to the fun, safety and knowledge, which are a part of every two-up ride.

Co-Riders are not just passengers, but rather our partners in making every ride a great one by contributing in many ways. First, they add another set of eyes and ears to the complex task of piloting a motorcycle two-up, and can help to increase our safety. With their seat position behind the driver, a Co-Rider can substantially increase the driver’s peripheral vision, with greater flexibility to see left and right as the rider stays focused on what lies straight ahead.

And even though many of us have a GPS on the front of our bikes, the “GPS on the back seat” can help guide us to a timely stop at a restroom, remind us to rehydrate often or point out a great place for a picnic.

As drivers, what can we enhance our Co-Rider’s experience on the bike?

We can start by providing them with a comfortable seat, and if desired, padded armrests, footrests or passenger floorboards — and let’s not forget air wings.

This accessory works well in either hot or cold weather riding. Sandi says air wings really help control the amount and temperature of the air around her.

Providing the Co-Rider with their own volume control for the radio and CB can also increase their enjoyment of the ride.

Speaking of comfort for our Co-Riders, as the driver, do you try to make the steering, shifting, stopping and starting as smooth as possible? Although accessories for our Wings can increase the comfort of Co-Riders, the most important item we owe them is to be a well-trained driver.

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Did you know that almost 75 percent of all motorcycle operators across the nation have not attended a professional riding course? Our motorcycle skills are perishable and need to be practiced often. Plus, a greater level of skill is needed when riding two-up than when riding solo. In GWRRA, we encourage riders to be well trained in both one and two-up riding.

At the next District or Region convention look for the very popular CoRider I and Co-Rider II Seminars. Both are free and the education is priceless.

Oh, and Co-Riders be sure to bring your driver along, too.

Whenever Sandi and I go on a ride two-up, I find myself trying hard throughout the entire ride to earn this wonderful set of words as we pull into our driveway back home: “Thanks honey, for another safe and fun ride.”

As we enter 2014 and you are riding two or three wheels, be sure and keep all of your rides, one-up or two-up, safe and fun.

A sincere thank you to all of our Co-Riders who are major contributors to our motto: Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge.

We hope to see you on the road in 2014.

RAY & SANDI GARRIS (KIS) Your Directors of GWRRA PS: Speaking of Co-Riders, a wise rider once said, “saddle bags can never hold everything you want, but they can hold everything you need!”

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CARL SCHULTZ SCHULTZDIGITAL.COM

Carl Schultz is a photographer who has been shooting professionally for the past eight years, and has been published in many magazines throughout Arizona. He is very passionate about his work, and is always striving to perfect his art by reinventing his photographic style. An Arizona native residing in Cave Creek, Carl’s interests include playing several instruments, such as the guitar and the drums; motorcycles; dining out; striving for self-improvement with his newfound dedication and appreciation for the paleo diet and CrossFit; and spending time with his girlfriend and daughter, close friends and family, two cats (Zeus and Noah) and two rescue Chihuahuas (Toby and Emma).

Carl’s studio at the Cattletrack Compound in Scottsdale is one of his favorite spaces that inspires his creativity with its rich history, rustic atmosphere and talented artists who share the gallery. His portfolio can be seen online at Schultzdigital. com. Carl shot GPS, Members Only and Road Trips for this issue.

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THE CRAIGSLIST CHRONICLES PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARL SCHULZ

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s I write this, there is a 1978 GL1000 sitting on its center stand about 10 feet behind me. It’s not my bike — no, it’s the property of GWRRA — but it is a project that I’ll be working on for future issues of Wing World. It’s also the impetus for me to get a GL1000 of my own.

The story of the ’78 starts with a conversation I had with Melissa Eason, the head of Member Services at the Home Office. I showed her this pair of GL1100s that I found on Craigslist for $800, and she jumped in excitement. “I’ve been looking for a bike to display in the front office! Something like that would be perfect!” Shortly after that, I was on task to go check out these two bikes. I wanted to put in my own money on the white one, while GWRRA would get the black one. It was perfect.

Except that it wasn’t. Like many Craigslist deals, there was something sketchy about the situation and so we walked away. But it planted the bug in me pretty hard, and since then I’ve been looking for a GL1000 on a regular basis. And I told Stu Oltman, our Senior Technical Editor, which means that I will find one eventually.

In fact, Stu and I went to check out a ’77 a few weeks ago. As Stu wandered around the bike, telling the owner it would take, “thousands of dollars to get it right again,” I was sure that he was just buttering up the guy so I could save some cash. As we wander back to Stu’s truck, I ask him what he really thought. Stu put his bag down, pivoted to his left and said, “It would take thousands of dollars to get it right again.” That’s Stu for you.

And yet, the hunt continues. My goal is to find a ’75-’77 GL1000, one preferably “naked” — no aftermarket trim or accessories, just the bike in all its glory. They’re out there, I just have to find the one that works for me and my budget.

Until then, I’ll just continue to walk out randomly to my garage, smell the fuel in that ’78’s carburetor as it sits there and sigh.

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QUICK HITS This is where you’ll find articles, product reviews and other miscellaneous goodies that aren’t long enough to stand alone, but do deserve a place in the book. If you have future submissions to this section, please send them to editor@gwrra.org, with the subject line, “Quick Hits.”

PRODUCT LISTINGS VEGA TOURING BOOT VEGA HELMET VEGAHELMET.COM $80

Boots are a double-edged sword.

They’re a good piece of equipment to wear when riding, but some sets are a pain to get on and off. The Touring Boot by Vega doesn’t have that problem, thanks to the dual zippers and hook and look closures, making the process much easier.

Plus, they’re made of waterproof leather so there’s no worries about wearing them in the rain. Whether you’re a man or a woman, Vega has a Touring Boot option for you.

HI MILER FOR 2014 GL1800 DIAMOND CUSTOM SEATS DIAMONDSEATS.COM PRICES VARY

If you spend a lot of time in the seat of your GL1800, you’re going to want to plant your butt on something comfortable. Why not go the extra mile and get something custom that fits your body? That’s the plan with Diamond Custom Seats and their new HI Miler made for the 2014 GL1800. Want to move your seating position back? No problem. Diamond can make your seat go back as much as three inches if you’re a taller fellow or just prefer that position.

Everything they build is hand formed to your height, size and leg length — and that goes for the co-rider as well. If you’re looking for a seat that fits you like a glove, Diamond Custom Seats has you covered.

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iPAD AIR AND iPAD MINI WITH RETINA DISPLAY APPLE APPLE.COM $400–930

When you’re on the road and still want to connect to the Internet (via either Wi-Fi or cellular), the iPad is a popular choice. Not only is it compact and easy to use, it’s also capable of working on complex documents as well as just checking your email. This year, the ante has been upped a bit. The full-size iPad is now known as the iPad Air, mainly because it’s right around one pound in weight. It also features a super-fast processor, slimmer side bezels and a thinner overall design. The iPad mini now comes with the amazing Retina display, which means that it’s easier to read and see pictures. The mini is smaller than its full-size brother (the Air measures 6.6X9.4 inches, and the mini is 5.3X7.87 inches), but still packs the same processor and options.

And if you get a cellular or LTE model, you can use it as a GPS system for navigating on the go.

LEHMAN TRIKES PRICE REDUCTIONS THRU DEC. 31, 2013

Have you been putting off that trike purchase because it’s too much for your budget? Lehman Trikes has a deal for you. If you want a Monarch II LLS for your GL1800 or F6B, then you’re eligible for a significant price reduction on the kit — up to $1,000. If you want in on a great deal, now’s the time.

SMART MOUNT BACKREST FOR F6B BIG BIKE PARTS BIGBIKEPARTS.COM $200

Although the F6B is a great looking bike, it doesn’t come standard with a backrest. Big Bike Parts fills that void with their new Smart Mount backrest. It includes a 12 3/8”X7” support pad, as well as a hinged pad face and adjustable tongue. As if that wasn’t enough, there’s even a removable storage pouch that snaps onto the back face.

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If you have an aftermarket GPS unit for your Gold Wing and you need a way to mount it, look no further. The Universal Handlebar GPS mounting kit with Sun Shade from Sierra Electronics has everything you need in one convenient package. It starts with a RAM X-Grip spring loaded holder that holds the GPS unit solidly in place. That connects to a 3-inch double-socket arm with multiple handlebar mounting options. Then there’s a convenient sun shade that keeps the glare off of your GPS unit’s screen, making it easier to see on the road. As if that wasn’t enough, it comes with free Priority Mail delivery within the Continental U.S. through December 24th. Stop squinting at your GPS and get it mounted up right.

NEW GWRRA CHAPTERS / MN-D AND IT-A

We’d like to take a moment to welcome two new Chapters to the GWRRA family, MN-D and IT-A. MN-D is based in Duluth, Minn., and has 17 charter Members. The Chapter Director is Brian Marshall. IT-A is based in Arcore, Italy, and also has 17 charter Members. The Chapter Director of IT-A is Alessandro Boveri. Congratulations to everyone involved and welcome!

The Wingy winner for November is Kevin M. Greenwald of Sheboygan, Wisc. He found Wingy in the lower right on the photo of the Workbench feature.

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TEN TOOLS EVERY GOLD WING RIDER NEEDS Man is a tool-using animal; there’s no denying that.

Ever since we picked up that first rock or made that first arrowhead, humans have been using tools of every shape to make life easier. Armed with a pair of opposable thumbs and a Snap-On catalog, we’re unstoppable.

Photography provided by Aerostich/RiderWearhouse www.aerostich.com

You can argue that the only tool a Gold Wing rider needs is a toothbrush: Gold Wings are famous for their reliability and are loaded with maintenance-reducing features. Still, every smart motorcyclist knows that a few well-chosen tools can take all the drama out of a roadside mishap. Besides, not everyone rides a Gold Wing—with a few tools, you can help out some other unfortunate motorcyclist who’s riding a less wellengineered machine! Here’s a Top Ten list of our choices.

1) Flashlight Whenever trouble happens, it always seems to happen after dark. A small pocket flashlight is a big help when chasing down a blown fuse or a bike key dropped in a grassy parking lot. The old standby is a AA-sized Mini Maglite, but the golf-ball-sized LED headlamps sold at hiking shops let you work with both hands free.

6) Six-In-One Screwdriver The screwdriver is one of the most used (and misused) items in any toolbox. Spring for a good one the next time you’re at the hardware store. The best also let you drive 8mm and 10mm nuts and 5mm hex bolts. Get a six-in-one version for the road and a good set from Snap-On for the garage.

7a) Duct Tape The old joke is that if it moves and it shouldn’t, use duct tape. If it doesn’t move and it should, use WD-40. You don’t need a 100-yard roll, but a few feet of duct tape wrapped around a wrench handle has a million uses.

7b) Zip Ties Son of duct tape. Get several sizes and squirrel them away in a saddlebag corner.

2) Multi-Tool Often called Leatherman tools (one well-known brand), these come in a variety of sizes. Think of them as a Swiss Army Knife with a pair of pliers. For motorcyclists, wood saws are of little importance; look for a model with a good set of plier jaws, a wire cutter and maybe a metal file in addition to the ubiquitous screwdrivers and can openers.

8) Pocket Compressor Remember when every gas station had a real air compressor and plenty of free air? Good luck finding any of that now. And when was the last time you actually got a flat on a gas-station apron anyway? A small 12-volt compressor can clip to a GL’s battery connections to air up your tires even in the middle of nowhere.

3) Tire-Pressure Gauge A tire-pressure gauge is a must. Digital or analog— it doesn’t matter, but we will note this: most race mechanics, who are notoriously fussy about tire pressure, still use an analog gauge. An old-school “pencil” gauge is convenient and inexpensive.

9) Tire-Plug Kit Last month we talked about what to do with a flat on the road. Most plug kits are small enough to easily take along on a road trip. Quality varies widely here—get the best, most comprehensive kit you can find. And if you don’t include a compressor (tool number 8) make sure you have several CO2 cartridges to re-inflate your tire—a Gold Wing’s rear tire has enough air volume to require more than just one or two.

4) Spare Key While not a tool per se, it’s a small piece of metal that can really save the day. Keep it inside your riding jacket, boot or wallet.

5) Torque Wrench While it’s not a tool you carry with you on most road trips, if you’re at home changing your oil or installing an accessory, a good torque wrench can save you the gigantic headache of a stripped or broken bolt, or a drain plug that backs out because it’s too loose.

10) Smartphone Riders don’t think of this as a tool, but they should.

The screen can provide emergency light. You can take pictures of parts to help as a memory aid for reassembly.

You can use the GPS function to keep from getting lost.

You can even use them to call for help—it’s one of the most versatile tools in the modern rider’s tool kit.

Until next month, ride safe.

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BIKERS HELPING BIKERS WHEN TWO DIFFERENT GROUPS COME TOGETHER

BY GAIL JOHNSON

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live in Arizona, and both my husband and I are GWRRA Life Members. I am also a bicycle rider and president of a small 100-member bicycle club. I have the good fortune to enjoy riding a variety of two wheeled vehicles; one powered by peddle power, and the other by a wellbuilt motorcycle engine. These past few weeks I became even more proud to be a GWRRA Member as I was on the receiving end of some pretty amazing Gold Wing rider volunteers.

In the beginning of September, I participated as a cyclist in the “Sea to Sky Grand Fondo. This is a bicycle ride that begins in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, and ends 75 miles and six thousand feet of climbing later in Whistler. It attracts cyclists from all over North America, and even some from other countries. I rode with three other friends, including one from my cycling club.

There were a little over 4,000 participants, and we all had the good fortune to begin the ride with cool temperatures and a light rain that continued for at least the first third of the event. Needless to say, this is quite a challenge, and as the route unfolds some riders crash and others have mechanical or even physical issues and need assistance.

Who was there to provide that much needed ride support? Why none other than the GWRRA BC Drill team!

While I was riding the 75 miles on a bicycle, they were riding back and forth along the route on their very impressive and beautiful bikes. They had to be cold and wet, but they continued checking on riders that had stopped. I saw them helping to change and pump flat tires or call for aid as needed. I could not believe their incredible support, as I saw them throughout the day on wet roads ensuring our safety.

For every mile we rode, they must have ridden three.

I tried to find them after I crossed the finish line, I have to say, I was a bit tired and there were so many people and that I never got to say thank you in person.

Fast forward to this past weekend. I did another supported bike ride — Viva Bike Vegas, which starts and ends on the Las Vegas Strip. This time I rode with four of my friends from my bicycle club along with another 1,800 or so riders.

As we entered the rest stop at Red Rocks Park, I chatted with a gentleman who was riding a Gold Wing and providing ride support for the event. He said he was a GWRRA Member and even had the flag on his antenna.

He took off before I could get his name.

FOR EVERY MILE WE RODE, THEY MUST HAVE RIDDEN THREE. This was a very tough 105-mile ride, 4,200 feet of climbing, winds of up to 30-40 mph and temperatures topping out at 103 near the end of the journey. As I rode I saw this gentleman all throughout the day riding back and forth; he seemed to be everywhere. Many times he stopped to offer support to riders on the side of the road, some of them suffering from cramps and heat exhaustion.

I can only imagine how hot he was as he wore all the gear throughout the event. I did not see him at the end of the ride; I imagine he was still out patrolling the course for riders in need.

At both of these events I was filled with pride to be part of our GWRRA family. And you bet I told my cycling friends all about our wonderful organization and it’s incredible Members.

I wish I had an opportunity to give them all a big Arizona hug and properly thank them for their support. I hope this article conveys the appreciation of all of the cyclists from both rides and how their volunteerism is promoting motorcycling in a positive light.

Blessings to the BC Drill and the Las Vegas winger!

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GIVING BACK ON THREE (AND TWO) WHEELS

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t’s not easy to be a kid sometimes. Sure, some of us look back fondly on those times when life was a bit more carefree, but when a child is stricken with an illness so deadly that it threatens their passage to adulthood, things get scary.

Special Love is a non-profit organization that helps children with cancer and their families deal with the experience. They hold an event called Camp Fantastic that goes on throughout the year, including weekend retreats. The organization is run entirely by private donations, and as such, they need all the help they can get.

That’s where GWRRA comes in. This past summer, several Chapter Members from across the east coast visited Camp Fantastic to give back to the community. This is their story.

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IT’S EASY TO SEE JUST HOW MUCH THE RIDERS CARE FOR THESE CHILDREN AND HOW TOUCHED THEY ARE TO BE A PART OF THIS WONDERFUL ANNUAL EVENT.

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On August 12, 2013, Virginia Chapter F and West Virginia Chapter A, along with riders from other Chapters from Maryland and Pennsylvania, rode to Camp Fantastic to present a check to Dave Smith, Director of Special Love, in the amount of $2,000. This money goes directly to help children with cancer attend the camp. It is held for one week every August and gives these children a welcome break from the stress and hardship illness can cause.

On this year’s ride, there were 38 motorcycles, all of which were escorted by the Front Royal police and the Warren County police to the 4-H camp located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Once there, the bikes lined up in the staging area, waiting for the arrival of the campers. The ride is a circuit within the camp, so the children are always safe and protected. After each child rides, they are given a stuffed animal from one of the displayed options so they can choose the one they want.

Each child is assisted with putting on a helmet, getting on and getting off the bike.

We took a lot of pictures, which all show the beautiful setting of this camp, the staging area and how interactive the riders are with these children. It’s easy to see just how much the riders care for these children and how touched they are to be a part of this wonderful annual event.

This has been Chapter’s F’s main fundraiser for over 30 years and we plan to continue supporting Special Love for many years to come.

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WORKBENCH TECHNICAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

BY STU OLTMAN

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 EMAIL TO WORKBENCH@ GWRRA.ORG OR BY MAIL TO WORKBENCH, GWRRA, 21423 N. 11TH AVENUE, PHOENIX, AZ 85027. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR FULL NAME, CITY, STATE AND GWRRA MEMBERSHIP NUMBER. THE OPINIONS OF THE TECHNICAL EDITOR DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THOSE OF THE EDITORIAL STAFF OR PUBLISHERS OF WING WORLD MAGAZINE, GWRRA OR THEIR AGENTS.

IMMUTABLE OBJECT Stu, I am having problems with the mute function on the radio and intercom system on my 1995 Gold Wing. With it powered up, the mute indicator light comes on and you cannot hear anything. So I spoke with a Honda dealership about it, and I was instructed to change out the mute and selector switch on the left handlebar. Well, this did not change anything. My question is, where can you send the radios off to have them checked or do you think there may be something else wrong with the system? I would love to upgrade to a CD style if it is available for the 1500.

Thanks for any help you can provide

JAMES MCFATTER MANSFIELD, LA.

Jim, This is yet another case of dealership diagnostics being shunned in favor of par ts replacement. Your result is not unusual, and I doubt there’s anything wrong with your radio unit. Thanks to Jeff at Sierra Electronics for the following tip — the issue is that the blue/ black wire leading from the mute switch is not seeing ground when the mute button is not pressed in. You say you’ve replaced the mute/search switches, so that’s not likely to be the issue. But since you already know where that four-pin black connector is on the left cooling fan, go back in there, disconnect the mute/search connector and test continuity between the green/black and blue/black wires on the switch side of the connector. Again, they should have continuity only when the

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mute button is not pressed in.

If that’s okay, fashion a jumper wire and attach one end to a good chassis or frame ground point. Turn on the radio, then touch the jumper to the blue/ black wire on the harness side of the connector. If the volume comes up, that proves all is well except the green/black wire between the radio and the 4-pin connector. There’s an easy workaround for that. Snip the green/black wire at the switch side of the coupler. You’ll need to attach this wire permanently to a good ground point. If you need to splice an extension onto it, solder and heat shrink is the way to go. Then reconnect the fourpin coupler and the mute/search switches should work fine.

So what to do if jumping the blue/black wire to ground didn’t raise the volume? Send your radio to Sierra Electronics.

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So you could use a portable CD player, your cell phone or even a GPS with media player. Check out sierra-mc.com or call 800338-6938.

Stu

GOING BACK IN TIME Stu, thanks for all the help you give to us Gold Wingers. I had a low battery that would not start.

I put a jump box to the batter, accidentally hooked the cables backwards and blew the inline link fuse beside the battery. I bought a new battery, but now my problem is the time goes back to 1:00, CB goes to ch 1, radio to 530am. and the radio goes to the speakers and not through the helmet. I have checked all the fuses that I know, and every one is good. Can you tell me what to do to fix this problem? Thanks and keep up the good work.

BRUCE DOAN VIA EMAIL

Bruce, If you’re lucky, your only problem now is the five-amp backup fuse is burned. That fuse isn’t actually in the fuse box; it’s located in the bottom left corner of the relay box. Don’t bother examining it,

just replace it. If that doesn’t resolve your issues, get back to me.

Stu

FUZZY PLUGS Stu, I always read your section and thoroughly enjoy it. I have a 2003 Gold Wing which I purchased new and now has 45,000 miles (I need to ride more). I’ve seen the advertisement in Wing World for the “Dimple” drain plug magnet. I am considering purchasing one for the oil and rear differential plugs.

In discussing this with some of my fellow riders, they seem to think the Gold Wings had this type of plug already. I checked the manual and it did not indicate this either way. Is this true? If not, do you suggest installing this type of magnetic plug? Thanks.

JOHN A. ROUNTREE NORMAN PARK, GA.

John, Thanks for asking this question.

The GL1800 is not equipped from the factory with magnetic drain plugs. In my opinion, magnetic drain plugs are more a peaceof-mind thing — an inspection tool rather than an engine or gearbox protection device, and one that many users find mostly useful for creating unwarranted angst. The microscopic ferrous fuzz resembling a creamy paste that these devices sometimes accumulate is quite normal in either an engine or gearbox and will be almost entirely removed during normal oil changes. The fuzz neither indicates impending WINGWORLDMAG.COM

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doom, nor is it indicative that the engine or gearbox would have been damaged if not for the magnetic drain plug.

Your engine has a full-flow lubrication system, meaning that all of the oil circulated through the moving parts has first passed through the oil filter. While these microscopic particles may be too small to be trapped by the filtering medium, they’re also small enough that they’ll pass right through bearing clearances without causing harm. The same goes for the final drive. Though that gearbox doesn’t have an oil filter, small quantities of microscopic fuzz won’t cause issues. However, if the magnet ever picks up much larger debris, the sort that you can easily distinguish individual pieces with the naked eye, that’s when things have gotten serious, and that’s where the inspection device function comes in.

So is it worthwhile to install magnetic drain plugs? Personally, I think so. But don’t install them with the mistaken notion that they’re adding a level of protection not afforded otherwise.

If the engine or gearbox actually starts “making metal,” the magnet isn’t likely to pick up more than a minuscule percentage of the total.

Still, it’ll alert you that the engine or gearbox is on a self-destructive path; one on which severe damage may have already occurred, and further damage can only be averted by timely disassembly and repair, not by the use of a magnet.

As I said, magnetic drain plugs are mainly useful as an inspection tool.

While we’re at it, let’s briefly discuss the magnetic oil filter wraps often sold as engine protection devices. In my opinion, those things have no value

IGNITION : WORKBENCH whatsoever. Yes, they may trap harmless microscopic fuzz that the filter might allow to pass.

They also might trap pieces large enough to have their own part numbers. But the oil filter would also catch that stuff, making the magnet wrap pointless. And in any case, one would never know, unless each used oil filter were cut open for inspection. If that’s the goal, a magnetic drain plug makes a lot more sense to me.

Stu CLUNKING GEARS Stu, I’m the proud owner of a 2006 GL1800 with a Champion Trike kit installed. I purchased this unit a year ago April. I have a question which may not even be a problem as I’ve asked my Gold Wing mechanic and was told there was nothing to worry about. When I shift from first gear into second, there is a clunk (that’s the best way to describe it) when letting out the clutch. It shifts fine through all the gears and I was told that this sound was just normal. I’ve

put on a little over 13,000 miles with no problems, yet this clunking sound is bothering me. Any advise or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

BOB UNGREY GRAND RAPIDS, MICH.

Bob, This often occurs when folks shift in distinct steps — rolling throttle off first, followed by squeezing the clutch lever, followed by upward pressure on the shift pedal and finally releasing the clutch lever.

The first three steps should be accomplished smoothly, and in one swift motion. In fact, it’s best not to roll off the throttle completely, just ease up pressure on it during the shift. If the “clunk” happens as the clutch lever is let out rather than as the shift pedal is moved upward, that could indicate incomplete engagement of second gear until a load is placed on the gears. In that case, be sure you’re moving the shift pedal through its full travel before releasing the clutch lever.

Stu

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CAR VS. MOTORCYCLE TIRES Stu, I know that you have covered the car tire on the rear of a twowheeled motorcycle before and I agree with you; the geometries of the motorc ycle tire are necessary to enable the rider to safely control the bike in corners.

That said, I have an 1800 with a sidecar attached, so it’s not a two-wheeled motorcycle. I recently replaced the rear tire and my mechanic and I were both amazed at the weird wear pattern found on the tire. It had been on the bike when I got the sidecar and was ridden for a little over a year before it was replaced.

I began to wonder if a car tire would not be the thing for bikes with sidecars. The stress factors aren’t there while cornering and the rear tire will never be leaned over to take advantage of the curved tread on the motorcycle tire. What say you? Thanks, Allen ALLEN SUTHERLAND WILLISTON, SC

IGNITION : WORKBENCH Allen, In your situation, flat-tread tires would definitely be more suitable, considering only handling and tread life, than ones with rounded tread profile.

But aside from the obvious tread profile and sidewall construction issues, car tires have different bead diameters and designs than same-size motorcycle tires.

Stress factors notwithstanding, I’ll never be recommending any tire designed for fitment on an automobile as being suitable for installation on a motorcycle rim.

And I’m not just trying to cover my butt or my tracks here. I have a genuine concern for the safety of all motorcyclists, even those who disparage my opinions.

Having said that, I will share with you that I received a letter two years ago describing a ride twoup on a GL1800, approximately 230 miles of which were ridden with the bike behaving oddly. Both rider and co-rider described it as “the front end feels loose.” Though even his co-rider questioned him, he continued to ride without even once stopping to examine the bike. The issue? Discovered

after arriving at home, the rear tire was deflated to 6 psi. Good thing, according to the rider, that the tire was a Kumho Ecsta Run Flat 195/55R/16 car tire.

And according to him, this was proof that run-flat car tires are safer on a motorcycle than actual motorcycle tires. Really? I’ll let you decide. Just be aware that this little anecdote does not constitute an endorsement from me.

in the mountains with no problem and then it struck again. We once again pushed it off, and it started and has started off the push button starter button probably ten times since, no problem. I have been told that I need to bring it in when it does it. One particular time I was going to load it in the trailer and take it in and behold it decided to start.

I am about ready to pull my hair out and I don’t need to do that. Any ideas?

Stu JERRY HAMILTON MT. JULIET, TENN. LOW VOLTAGE STARTS Hi Stu, I have a 2003 GL1800 CSC trike.

Every so often, I try to start it up and the engine will spin over but not start. I can push it off and then it will start. I may go a couple of months with no problem and then it will turn over and not start. I have been told that it is probably the fuel pump but the pump has to be working for it to start when pushed off. I took it to a dealer and they replaced the assembly that has the starter button in it. I thought that that might have been the cure. I rode it for two days

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Jerry, The battery must maintain at least 10.5 volts while cranking the engine. Otherwise, the fuel injection relay will not stay closed.

When the bike is push started, the electric starting motor is not activated and so will not cause the battery voltage to decline.

My hunch is your bike has either loose/corroded battery cable connections, or the battery itself is weak.

Stu

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I tried all the things suggested in various Workbench columns: check the fuses, clean the switch cluster on right handlebar, listen for “click” when activating the hand/foot brake levers, check hoses and other connections, etc.

Nothing worked. I had the problem checked by two reputable Honda dealers (one in Mich., one in Ill.) and several backyard mechanics all with no success. I finally learned to live without cruise.

After converting the Wing to a trike late last fall and knowing that I had several long trips coming up in the future, I decided to give it one more try. I took the Wing to Cycle Stop in Rochester, N.Y., where we now live, and here’s their report: “Tech started by adjusting the throttle free play. There was no free play. This did not correct the problem.

“Diagnostics then began on cruise control system. Tech tested the following areas: tested the cc box at connectors. Removed trunk and tested cc box at rear of bike.

Inspected vacuum lines and the vacuum system that affects the cc. Tech found no continuity at the cruise control throttle cancel switch.

“Honda tech was contacted and suggested checking the switch adjustment on the carburetors.

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“When the tech removes the carbs he found the switch was not present and there were no electrical wires going to the area where the switch was supposed to be.

Tech inspected the bike and eventually found the switch. It appears the screws that secured the switch to the carb had fallen out and allowed the switch to fall into an obscure area.

“The tech re-secured the switch, set the proper gaps and tested the switch per Honda service manual. The switch worked properly. Tech reassembled the bike and it was test ridden. Cc is working properly now.”

So, after almost 14 shop hours of diagnostic and one hour of repair and road testing, the problem was solved.

Yippee, cruise control works again! I just wanted to pass this along so maybe someone with a similar problem can save a fair amount of time and money by making sure the switch is where it’s supposed to be in the first place.

Best regards, BILL LOZON FAIR PORT, N.Y.

Bill, Thanks for sharing. Your problem was solved because someone actually engaged in diagnostics. I guarantee you that the throttle override switch screws didn’t just decide to fall out. My hunch is the switch was removed during a carb repair episode sometime in the past and never reinstalled. Kudos to your tech for finding the issue through electrical circuit testing.

Stu BEARING TORQUE

Stu, Some months back you wrote an article in Wing World on how to install the stem bearing for GL1500.

Do you remember the year and month of the article?

I have 2006 GL1800 that has a leaking left front seal (got 72,976 miles before the seal failed). I am upgrading to Progressive Monotubes and thought that I would also change the steering ball bearing to a tapered bearing. I remember reading the article and believe that the torque requirements were different than those listed in the 2006 repair manual. Since I am changing from ball bearing to tapered, I thought that maybe I should use the torque requirements for the GL1500.

Thanks, JOHN WESTBROOK HOUSTON, TEXAS 77035

John, The article re-printed recently originally appeared in the April 2002 edition of Wing World, and I’d advise you to view it online at the GWRRA website to get the original, unmolested content. Your thinking is correct … sort of. Using the GL1500 torque specs for the steering stem adjustment nut may or may not yield an acceptable bearing breakaway torque — the force required to rotate the steering bearings off from center with the wheel off the ground. And that’s what we’re after, not necessarily the torque applied to the adjuster nut. Those specs might only result in

IGNITION : WORKBENCH the same spring scale reading if the GL1500 and 1800 front ends weighed exactly the same and had t he same distance between fork tube centers. The measurement procedure is described in your GL1800 service manual.

When changing from caged ball to tapered bearings on a GL1800, it’s my opinion that the spring scale measurement be adjusted as the factory specified for the very similar tapered bearings with which the GL1500 was equipped, and that figure is 4.00 to 4.85 pounds. While that may not yield the exact same bearing breakaway torque as on the 1500, it’ll be a lot closer than if the scale reading were set to the much lighter figure specified for the caged rollers. If final torque on the adjustment nut results in breakaway torque in that range, that’s good. If not, tighten or loosen as necessary.

Caution – over tightening as some do, for the exclusive purpose of eliminating The Dreaded Wobble, invariably results in sluggish steering and darting in turns.

Stu

’00 SUB AIR FILTER Hi Stu, I just read about the sub air filter on the 1991 Wing. I can’t find it on my 2000 SE. Does the 2000 have the sub air filter. I looked at the parts breakdown and can’t find it?

THANK YOU, LENNY JASKOWIEC

Lenny, Your 2000 Wing indeed has it. You have to remove the radio and the right hand fairing panel to access it. Follow the rubber hoses attached to the air jet solenoids. They join into one, and that plugs onto the sub filter box on the right hand frame.

Stu

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COLOR BURN The new Gold Wing and F6B colors are hot

BY KEVIN WHIPPS

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he GL1800 has been rolling around streets for over a decade now, but it still looks just as current as it did back then. Thanks to a style refresh in 2012 (sometimes considered to be the second-gen GL1800), the motorcycles look sleek, clean and modern.

With that in mind, Honda didn’t want to reinvent the wheel for the 2014 model year, and decided instead that providing different paint options was the way to go. And those colors? Well they’re pretty cool.

Let’s start with the one that could be a bit controversial: black. Although it’s a fairly standard color, and doesn’t often stir up the pot, the 2014 Gold Wing black comes with another feature, the blacked-out treatment.

What does that mean? The F6B is a derivative of the GL1800, it’s just missing a few things. And with that F6B comes a considerable lack of chrome.

The wheels, trim and other accessories come in a matte black finish. That’s what Honda is doing now to the black GL1800.

Lots of Wing owners love their chrome, so the blacked-out trim idea may be going a bit too far. But on the other side of the spectrum, there are some younger owners (and potential Gold Wing riders) that prefer that look. We’ll have to wait and see what people are buying before making a snap decision.

Next up for the GL1800 are Candy Red and Pearl Blue, both variations on

similar shades from years past. The Candy Red has a nice metallic tint to it, and while it’s a bright color, there’s nothing eye searing about it. This is a clean, contemporary aesthetic that would look great in anyone’s garage.

The Pearl Blue is causing a lot of commotion online, mainly because it’s just so different. 2012 saw Ultra Blue Metallic, an electric variation of the popular color. But this year’s hue seems more understated, yet different.

We’ll reserve judgement either way until we see it.

There’s another subtle difference in the paint schemes to note. 2012-13 models had a silver panel that came down the bike starting just under the headlights and terminating down near the exhaust. The 2014 models don’t have quite as much silver on the front end, opting for more of the body color instead.

As for the F6B, the latest model in the Gold Wing lineup, not much has changed. 2013 saw the introduction of red and black (and the F6B itself).

This year’s models keep the black, but the red is now gone and in its place is Pearl Yellow. Although we’d have to see them side-by-side to know if the tones have changed or not, yellow is a favorite of many GL1800 riders, so we expect that the F6B may see a similar scenario. Again, only time will tell.

If you’re in the market for a new Gold Wing, you’ve got quite a few decisions to make. Namely, what color do you want?

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THE MIDWEST TOUR BEGINS STAGE 1: St. Louis to Chicago

BY KEVIN WHIPPS PHOTOGRAPHY BY CARL SCHULTZ

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o they happen to have one of those little cart things you can use to load up your stuff around here?” Carl asked. I scanned the horizon of Sky Harbor Airport in Phoenix, Ariz. to see what I could find. “Yup, they’ve got one right over there,” I say while pointing, and soon we’re loading up the largest Pelican photography equipment case I’ve ever seen onto what looked like a flattened shopping cart so we could check in to our first flight.

The plan was simple. Carl and I would fly to St. Louis, Mo., rent a car (one large enough to hold that mammoth Pelican case) and head out towards Minnesota by way of Chicago and Madison. Along the way we’d take pictures, perform interviews and do some road touring through the midwest. We’d be spending a lot of time together in a small space.

“Yeah, it looks like that case is over 50 pounds,” the attendant for US Airways says to Carl, who then shrugs and looks at me. The attendant continued, “… and this one does, too.”

It was day one of our 1,000-plus mile trip over the course of five days. I was ready to go.

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A LITTLE BACKSTORY It all started at Wing Ding 35 in Greenville, S.C. I was there as a staff photographer for Wing World, and I wanted to take some time talking to Members to find out what they liked and didn’t like about the magazine.

After trying to just walk up and talk to people randomly (and rather unsuccessfully), I realized that it was probably best to hang out in the Official Products Booth where Members would come up to me. That’s when I met Bob Phelps and Bruce Beeman.

Over the course of an hour or so, we talked about bikes, cars, road trips, life experiences and GWRRA. And by the time I left, I was positive that Bruce lived in Minnesota and Bob was in Wisconsin. A few weeks later, I called Bruce to see if he’d be interested in doing a Members Only profile, and he agreed. My follow up call to Bob went

something like this: “Hey Bob, it’s Kevin Whipps from Wing World magazine. We met at Wing Ding. Would you be interested in doing a Members Only profile?”

“Sure, no problem. I’d love to have you out here.”

“OK, great. And you’re in the Madison area, right?”

“Not unless St. Louis is in Wisconsin.”

And that’s about the time when I decided that my road trip needed to go a bit different path than I had previously projected.

WELCOME TO THE STL After arriving at the airport, we went to pick up our first rental car, a Nissan Rogue, which is a small SUV designed for teenage boys who like the sound of a revvy exhaust and don’t understand how a transmission works.

We followed this gentleman for at least 40 miles.

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After loading up that gigantic Pelican case and a few other items, we were off to our first destination, the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch.

We chose this particular hotel for three reasons. First, it was close to the Gateway Arch, a sight neither Carl nor I had seen before. Second, it was affordable, and three, it had lots of dining options nearby. We were only going for the night (as would be the case for all of our destinations), so I wasn’t too concerned about everything else.

One thing I hadn’t considered was parking. Finding a parking space in any downtown area can be rough, but there was no nearby outlet for the Hyatt Regency. The closest place was a parking garage about two blocks away that was packed to the gills.

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Our hotel in St. Louis was comfy, but cramped.

want to let some guy ride off on my bike. There was no long-term parking solution on the street that I could see, unfortunately.

After parking the Rogue and hoofing it a few blocks to the room, we went upstairs to see what we could see — and it was awesome.

The famous Gateway Arch was framed perfectly outside of our windows, and with the sun setting behind it, the view was amazing. The rooms, not so much.

I’d say they were tiny, but that would be flattering. I had to shimmy in and out of the bed, as clearance on both sides was rather tight. But that was OK, again, we weren’t going to be there for long.

For dinner, we ate at Brewhouse Historical Spor ts Bar, located conveniently down in the lobby.

Neither myself nor Carl drink, but we did want some legendary BBQ and that’s exactly what we had. Carl, being on some kind of weird diet thing that would follow us throughout the trip, was eating healthy and had a chicken plate that he enjoyed. Me? I was all about the pulled pork sandwich, and we also chose to split a hot pretzel since neither of us had lunch. The pork was succulent, with a nice sauce that had a touch more honey than I was expecting — but it was still amazing.

We watched the Cardinals play a game that night, then headed up to the rooms to retire.

Unfortunately, we weren’t able to take in the Gateway Arch because our schedule simply wouldn’t allow

One of the many bridges we saw on Route 100.

it. What we discovered by talking to the locals and doing a bit of research online is that you can travel to the top of the structure if you’re feeling daring. To do so, you fit into this tiny elevator that can make you feel a bit claustrophobic (or so claimed our hotel’s concierge). That container jogs up, sideways and at angles to get you to the peak, where you can see up to 30 miles on a clear day.

The Arch does sway a bit as well, so keep that in mind. Me, well I’m deathly afraid of heights, so none of that seemed very appealing.

After loading up the Rogue, we headed off to interview Bob and Diane Phelps. A few hours later, it was off to Peoria, Ill., our next destination. But first, we would take the roads less travelled.

THE ULTIMATE SCENIC RIVERS ROUTE Like many of you, I’ve been to Motorcycleroads.com. It’s a great place to f ind roads and paths that you might not have taken otherwise and use them to get to your destination. That website was one of my key pieces of research for this trip, and it’s why we decided on Peoria, Ill. for our destination, which, in hindsight, was probably not the best idea — but I’m getting ahead of myself.

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The Gateway Arch in all its glory.

Phelps’ house by way of the 67, then, once we’d crossed the Illinois border, continue on the 67 until we hit the 16, then jog around a few times until it turned into Route 100. Although the trip does turn and have lots of movement, long story short, you want to stay on Route 100 and head north.

Shortly after our trip began, we found ourselves behind a gentleman on a yellow GL1800 with a Lehman trike conversion and Illinois plates. We were behind him for most of the drive, which further cemented our decision that this was a good place to be. If he liked it — and he certainly appeared to — then so would we, and that we did.

Although there aren’t a lot of places to stop and do things, the scenery does live up to its reputation. There’s lots of rivers that pop in and out of view, and between the cliffs, rolling hills and wildlife, it’s pretty spectacular to see.

One thing to note here, is that I was born in Montréal, Quebec, Canada, raised in Boston, Mass.

(Go Sox!), and have spent most of my adult life in the Phoenix, Ariz. area. So although I’ve spent a lot of time riding down roads that have farms and trees on the side, it’s been a long time since that happened.

Carl, on the other hand, is a Phoenix native. He’s travelled of course, but neither of us had ever seen such large expanses of corn and soy as we would on this trip. To those of you in the midwest, this might seem boring because it’s all you see whenever you hop on and ride. But for Carl and

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myself it was fascinating, and all the old barns and silos just made the trip that much more interesting. It’s a matter of perspective, I suppose.

After a few hours of winding around Route 100, we found ourselves on the 136 East, then 97 North to the 24/78 towards Peoria. Shortly thereafter, in the early afternoon, we got to our hotel, a Staybridge Suites at Peoria, Downtown. That’s when things got interesting.

Af ter driving through a ridiculously bad area guided by our GPS, we found ourselves at the airport. I parked the Rogue, let Carl wait with the car (with some of our stuff) and went inside to swap out the vehicle. The lady behind the counter was very nice and helped me get into a Ford Escape, which should’ve been just a footnote in the story. But five minutes down the freeway later, with squeaky brakes

“SEE THIS AREA HERE?” SHE SAYS AS SHE CIRCLES OUR HOTEL. “YOU DON’T WANT TO BE THERE,” AS SHE LOOKS UP AT ME FROM BEHIND HER GLASSES. PEORIA, PEORIA, PEORIA. Neither Carl nor I had ever been to Peoria, but our GPS was telling us that we had to go through the industrial district to get to our hotel.

In the process, we saw burned-down cars, lots of construction and more than a few shady characters. This wasn’t looking good.

The immediate area of our hotel wasn’t bad, and the rooms were great. This would be the one spot on the trip where Carl and I would share a space together, and in this case it was a two-room suite that also happened to be ridiculously cheap.

Carl and I would share a common area with a kitchen, and then get our own rooms and showers.

But at this point, we had a few unexpected problems. Carl had already taken several gigabytes worth of pictures, and we needed a backup hard drive to get that covered. I, meanwhile, was hating the Rogue. The transmission was all over the place and it rode like it was on wagon wheels. We decided to kill two birds with one stone and head to the airport to trade in the Rogue, then head to pick up a hard drive and dinner on the way back.

and a transmission that wouldn’t shift into fourth, we turned around and swapped out the vehicle again.

This is when I found out more about Peoria than I expected.

Once I worked out the exchange, I asked the girl behind the counter where my friend and I could get something good to eat. “Where are you staying?” she asked. When I responded that we were downtown, she turned white and her eyes got quite large. Apparently, we did not pick the best area to stay.

She pulled out a map of the area.

“See this area here?” she says as she circles our hotel. “You DON’T want to be there,” as she looks up at me from behind her glasses. “You want to be here,” and she circles an area across the river labelled East Peoria.

“That’s where the new restaurants and stuff are. That’s what you want — trust me.” And with the map in hand, Carl and I loaded up our new Ford C-MAX and headed off towards the other side of the river.

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Flagstaff, Ariz. for the day. Although the C-MAX is a smaller vehicle and it was a bit difficult to squeeze in all of our stuff, it was overall an amazing ride.

It has a mammoth glass roof that can be covered by a cloth interior cover, which we often kept open. There were leather seats, Bluetooth and all sorts of other appointments that kept us comfortable for the remainder of our 800+ miles on the road — and the 45 MPG that we got the rest of the trip didn’t hurt, either. Overall, a fun car.

After crossing the bridge to East Peoria, we were confronted with a gorgeous area full of new hotels, restaurants and shopping. It was the perfect area for a stop, and that’s exactly what we did — it was dinner at a chain restaurant, then later we’d come back and get that hard drive at a Target that was so new that I saw drywall dust on the floor. Point is, if you’re going to Peoria anytime soon, take a look at East Peoria, as there’s some nice options over there. I’m sure there are some great people on the west side of town that we didn’t meet, but our particular experience told us that we were in the wrong place.

I KNEW I SHOULD HAVE TAKEN THAT LEFT TURN AT ALBUQUERQUE The next morning, after a quick drivethru breakfast, Carl and I hit the road again, this time using the 74 to get to the 55 towards Chicago. We would stop at Route 66 along the way, take some pics of the legendary road, then get to Chicago before lunchtime. The plans were set.

This is where things went wonky.

We had a GPS unit from Budget Rent-A-Car, but we also had our smartphones as guides just in case.

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printouts for our route, I had to follow things manually while driving or have Carl do it for me. Somewhere along the way, I leaned on the GPS instead of the Google Maps directions and found that we had completely passed Route 66, and now, even though we were riding parallel to the Mother Road, we weren’t on it. I pulled us over to get directions.

We were right on the 55, just south of the 116, and it looked like if we just pointed the car east towards Pontiac that we’d be on course. We zigged and zagged the Ford through town, and then found ourselves in downtown Pontiac, right next to the Route 66 museum. Two turns later and we realized that we stumbled upon a spectacular little slice of small-town life. But more on that later this issue.

With our time in Pontiac complete, it was back on the freeway towards Chicago. In our case, we wanted to get there as fast as possible, so it was the 55 all the way into town. But for those of you who want to take the less travelled route, the 53 runs through Joliet, Ill., then the 171 goes further north as well to the 34 that rolls right into Ogden Ave. and Chicago proper.

Our trip involved lots of traffic and more rivers and cool bridges, but we got to our hotel in Downtown Chicago with time to spare. After all, I had a game to catch — but that will have to wait until next time.

WHAT’S NEXT? This was just the first part of our threepart series on our inaugural trip for Wing World, and there’s still lots more to come. Tune in next issue to find out what Carl eats for breakfast, the beauty and majesty of Wisconsin, plus an in-depth tour of Chicago.

Get ready, the adventure is just beginning.

The drive into Illinois is spectacular.

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One of the many murals scattered about town.

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s I wrote about in “The Midwest Tour Begins — Stage 1: St. Louis to Chicago” on page 030, photographer Carl Schultz and I were on the first step of a road trip from St. Louis to Minneapolis by way of Chicago and Madison. After taking a wrong turn, we realized that to get to Route 66 we would need to make an unscheduled stop in a little town named Pontiac, Ill. It was supposed to be just a quick way to get to the Mother Road, and instead, it turned out to be an amazing little spot that’s worth a detour.

A TOWN AND A ROAD Route 66 was built in 1926 and would run from Chicago, Ill. to Santa Monica, Calif. across 2,448 miles. It was an important step in the modernization of the country, and would help pave the way to making Americans the road-trip loving people that we are today. Along the way it would pass through many small towns, including Pontiac, Ill. As of the American census of 2000, just under 12,000 people live in the Pontiac area, making it a small town in every sense of the phrase — but it certainly has its share of history. For example, President Abraham Lincoln visited the town a few times during the 1840s and 1850s, something that’s memorialized on the historical markers found littered throughout the city. But there’s more to the town than just a presidential visit, and that’s all about Route 66.

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A REST STOP TURNED TOUR Carl and I arrived in town to accomplish two things: get some pictures of Route 66, and go to the bathroom. Our rental car was loaded with gear and we had a hard deadline to meet to get to Chicago, so we didn’t expect much out of this little stop. But as we got closer to the downtown area, we started seeing lots and lots of older cars. First a GTO roared by us, the exhaust putting out a throaty sound that perks the ears of all car guys. Then it was another GTO, followed by a Bonneville. What had we stumbled into?

As it turns out, we happened to be in town on a Sunday morning during a Pontiac-only car show. Once we parked, we wandered around Livingston County Courthouse where we saw nothing but cars lined up from end to end. There were easily 100 Pontiacs around town, and there was a lot for us to do. That’s when we decided it was best that we take a moment and soak it all in.

An old fire hall was converted to the museum.

You know that scene in Back to the Future when Marty is sitting on a park bench with his girlfriend and a person hands them a flyer to save the clock tower? The center of Pontiac reminded me a lot of that. There’s the Livingston County Courthouse, which doesn’t look anything like Hill Valley, Calif., but does have some similar features. The courthouse, like the fictional setting, is surrounded by two-story buildings with little shops at their base, all teaming with people doing their morning purchases. Pontiac gave us the impression that it was the type of place where your barber knows all the good gossip, the grocery store attendants know you by name and the people are always friendly. We’d find out that was true later in our journey.

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ourselves on West Howard Street, right in front of the Illinois Route 66 Association Hall of Fame and Museum (Il66assoc.org/attraction/ route-66-association-hall-famemuseum). It’s housed in an old fire hall, and packed three-stories tall with memorabilia from all across the Mother Road. With cameras in hand, Carl and I stepped inside to see what we could find out.

The ground floor of the museum is where most of the action is, as there are lots of touristy things to check out and purchase. There’s the bus and van owned by Route 66 artist (and legend) Bob Waldmire, both of which are worth a wander around (and in, with the bus) just for the history. There are cases filled with photos, artifacts and history about Route 66, and little books that you can buy on the subject as well.

But that’s just where things start.

There are still two more floors.

Head up the stairs and you’re

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Inside legendary artist Bob Waldmire’s van.

shown little slices of life from bygone eras. There’s a couch, radio and newspaper from the 1940s, where the topic of the day was WWII. Antique washing machines and sinks are up there too, as well as other artifacts. It’s a nice slice of life to check out for those who haven’t experienced it first hand, or even those who have but don’t quite remember all the details.

There’s more to be had in here as well. Lots of paintings and artwork adorn the walls on the second and third floors, with some even in what appear to be former jail cells. The intricate woodwork exposed under the roof is also great to see, completely untouched. We spent a good amount of time in the building, and it feels like we could’ve seen more.

BIG TIME After leaving the museum, we set off to head towards our car and take some pictures of the show and the many murals that adorn the city.

There are 24 of those mammoth paintings that dot around Main Street, and they’re just beautiful to look at. On our path back, we see a big Greyhound bus unload its last passenger, and, giving it no thought,

This map spelled out almost our entire first two days.

we wandered past. That’s when a fit man in a blue polo shirt and khakis stopped us.

“Hello, visitors! What brings you to our fine city today?” he says with a big smile. That’s when I explained what we were doing — I was the editor in chief of Wing

I felt like there was a lot more we could find out about the town from such a prominent insider, but the Mayor was kind enough to give us his card so we could follow up later.

I would’ve never guessed that we’d meet a politician on this trip, and yet, here we were.

PONTIAC IS THE TYPE OF DESTINATION THAT YOU DON’T NECESSARILY PUT ON YOUR GPS, BUT ONE THAT YOU STUMBLE ACROSS ACCIDENTALLY. World magazine, Carl was my photographer and we had stumbled into town on our way to Chicago.

“Well that’s great!” he responded enthusiastically. “Let me introduce myself. I’m Robert Russell, and I’m the mayor of Pontiac.” He thrust out his hand and gave me a hearty handshake.

As it turns out. Mayor Russell greets every person he can who walks into town, most of whom arrive by bus as did the group on the Greyhound we’d seen exiting shortly prior. His goal is to put a face on the town, one that’s friendly and polite.

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THE ROAD HOME After spending a few hours in town, we loaded back up into the car and pointed our way north towards Chicago. The topic of conversation turned to Pontiac, and what a great little town it was — a fantastic spot to stop and check out the sites, and a fun place to be. In fact, we talked about the city for most of our drive back.

Pontiac is the type of destination that you don’t necessarily put on your GPS, but one that you stumble across accidentally. Then, after wandering around and seeing the sites, you realize that it’s exactly the type of spot that you should make a destination because it is that fun to visit. Yes, it’s a small town with not as much to offer as its brother, the Windy City, but Pontiac sure does have a great story to tell.

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STAYING POWER The Phelps and their refusal to give up

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ob Phelps has always thought outside of the box, and it might have started with motorcycles.

When he was just 13 years old, his love of riding on two wheels took hold, but his father wouldn’t let him purchase a bike himself. “Not as long as you live under my roof,” Bob says. “So I rode everybody else’s motorcycles as much as I possibly could, because I couldn’t have my own.”

Well that’s one way to approach the problem.

Bob and his wife Diane live in Florissant, Miss., a quaint town just north of St. Louis settled in the late 1700s. They have a cute house on a corner, located way too close to a frozen custard restaurant for anyone’s comfort, and they have two Gold Wings, both GL1500s. Despite the fact that both of them love motorcycles and have since their youths, their foray into the world of Gold Wings and GWRRA started off a bit bumpy. Fortunately, their persistence paid off in the end.

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The story of Bob and Diane’s marriage starts at a church, but not with a walk down the aisle. It begins with his first marriage, and a chance meeting one Sunday. Diane’s parents were friends with Bob and his first wife, and the future couple worked closely together on various projects. “He was junior church director and I was church

wanted to buy his first Gold Wing,” she says.

Early on in their relationship, money was tight and they didn’t want to overdo it on any major expenses.

Then, in the dead of winter 1991, Bob found a deal that was too good to pass up. “I saw this thing down at the store for a Gold Wing — it was a 1976

“AND THE FRIEND SAID, ‘IT AIN’T THE BIKE DUDE, YOU’RE THE ONE DOING IT.’ I WAS FREEZING.” organist,” Diane recalls with a warm smile. Once Bob divorced his first wife, he needed a friend and Diane was right there. “And next thing you know, we started dating and here we are.”

Their involvement in the church wasn’t the only connection the two shared. Diane also began riding around 13 years old, but with her it was Honda 50s on a trail at a friend’s farm. “Then, after I graduated high school, I moved away from getting into motorcycles until he decided he

or ’79 — and [Diane] said, ‘Oh no, you really need to use that money to pay bills.’ I said, ‘Yeah, OK,’ and I brought home a motorcycle.”

Granted “brought home” may be a bit of an exaggeration. It was maybe 10 degrees outside, and the motorcycle didn’t have a battery so the previous owner got it running with a jump start and sent Bob on his way home with one of his friends following him for safety. “I came up to a stop sign and he came up next to me and said, ‘Man

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what is going on?’ I said, ‘Man, this thing is shaking all over the place.’

And the friend said, ’It ain’t the bike dude, you’re the one doing it.’ I was freezing.”

Once the GL1000 was safely at home, he was hooked. It was a fine example of the era, with the better bags, fairings, custom seat and a radio, but it did have its fair share of issues. “I didn’t have any idea how bad it was,” he says. “We tore that thing apart,” Diane says. “We had parts everywhere, strewn across the living room, the kitchen table. The timing covers — we spent hours on them” When Bob and Diane were finished, parts were re-cleared, polished up and looking shiny. The GL1000 was something to be proud of.

At the time, Diane had a friend at work named Archie Irving, and Archie kept pushing the couple to come by one of his meetings for a local Gold Wing club. “No, I’m not getting involved, I am not going to be a part of any organizations,” Bob recalls. “I

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had been involved with the church for years — I know organizations.”

Now it was time for Archie to get persistent. He decided to push things into gear by bringing Bob a copy of a Gold Wing magazine that contained a full restoration of a ’79 GL1000 just like Bob’s. “I was thinking, ‘Oh this is great. This is everything I need.’ I was looking at all the stuff. Next thing you know, I went to buy the magazine.

Well you couldn’t buy the magazine there was no way to get ahold of it.” It turns out that was Wing World magazine, the official publication of GWRRA, and the only way to get a copy was to join the organization.

Time to do some research.

A local Chapter meeting pops up and the couple decides to attend.

They clean their bike up real nice and ride on down to a restaurant nearby so they can assess the situation properly.

As they sit there, lurking in a corner, he watches couples walking in wearing matching outfits. “One walks in, two walks in, is this a barber shop quartet?

What is this? You get in there and over half of them are wearing this same kind of outfit,” he recalls. They also met one of the Members at the time, who was less than polite about Bob’s bike. “He comes over and says, ‘Someday, when you grow up, you will be able to get one like this,” and points

to his GL1200 with a smirk.

Undeterred, Bob and Diane kept attending meetings and soon they found themselves shopping around for matching outfits and competing for Couple of the Year. One day, Bob is sitting at a local meeting at a Steak ’n Shake, enjoying the conversation.

“I remember the biggest mistake I ever made was asking, ‘How does this all work? What’s the pecking order?’” he says, laughing. “I am sure that guy was laughing and saying inside, ‘I got ‘em, I got ‘em.’ The next thing you know he says, ‘I am looking for a Treasurer.’” It all went downhill from there.

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wants to be the Chapter Director there, but one of the Members will do the job if Bob helps out. “I said, “No, no, anyone who becomes Chapter Director twice is an idiot.’” And, of course, Bob became the Chapter Director.

As the years passed, more positions came his way. He’s been a Rider Educator, handled Membership Enhancement for the District, became Assistant District Director, District Director and Assistant Region Director.

Bob isn’t one for sitting still it seems, and that trend continues today.

His bikes evolved along the years as well. A buddy of his in the Chapter had an ’86 GL1200 Aspencade for sale, and Bob loved it. “It was beautiful,” he recalls. “It was blue — dark blue with a light blue inset, and when we bought [the GL1200], it was absolutely naked.

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Bob enjoys his morning cup of cofee.

When we sold it, I don’t think there were many pieces of chrome left to still put on it.” It also had one other accessory that changed the way they rode: an intercom.

“You’re on the ’79 and someone has to go to the bathroom, they tap you on the shoulder. And she would do this, and I would say, ‘I got it.’

You’re screaming at each other and so forth.” But now, with the GL1200, things changed. “Now we have helmets with headsets, which we have never had before. And we get on the bike and the minute I turned it on, she started talking. And she talked and she talked and she talked.

We finally got to the stop sign and I said, ‘Could you just be quiet for a little bit?’” he says and the pair laugh.

“After that, from then on, it was just fantastic. It was truly the beginning when we bought that bike. That was when we really started touring.”

Next up was a trailer. With all these long trips on their calendar, they needed lots of clothes to come with them. After a few mishaps with various trailers, they went to the Branson rally and decided to put

a few bucks down on a raffle for a trailer. The first year they tried, Bob spent $120 on tickets and didn’t win a

Gold Wing,” Bob says firmly — Diane takes matters into her own hands on a rainy day while driving with Bob and a few Members. “It was cold; it was a nasty cold morning and all of the sudden she just kinda peels off the highway, goes off the off ramp.” The problem was that she was freezing, and after borrowing a pair of warmer gloves and putting on an electric vest, they set off back down the freeway.

Soon, they find themselves back at Niehaus, and Diane wanders over to the used bike section. “She went over and talked Brad Niehaus. She did the deal and the next thing I know, we are taking home a motorcycle.”

A red GL1500, no less.

A few years later, Diane’s interest in the GL1500 waned. It turns out that she dropped the bike in a parking lot and couldn’t pick it up, and that put

“YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU WIN A $5,000 TRAILER? YOU BUY $17,000.50 WORTH OF MOTORCYCLE.” thing. The following year, Bob wasn’t going to make a repeat performance.

“She said, ‘Buy a ticket.’ Alright, so I go in there and said, ‘I want one ticket.’ The guy goes, ‘OK.’ Only one.

He gives me a deck of cards, I pick … I won the trailer!” They rode home that day with a $5,000 trailer. That, of course, led to more motorcycles. “You know what happens when you win a $5,000 trailer? You buy $17,000.50 worth of motorcycle,” he says. That’s when he went to Niehaus Cycle Sales and purchase a ’99 GL1500, the same one he rides today.

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the fear in her. Bob tells her that they either need to trike the motorcycle or get rid of it, and that’s when they send the bike off for a trike conversion.

She’s been riding it happily ever since.

The duo have seen thousands of miles on their Gold Wings, and no matter how many stumbles they’ve come across along the way, they’ve always just kept on pushing forward.

They enjoy being involved with GWRRA in whatever capacity they can, and will continue to do so until they can’t anymore. For them, it’s all part of the adventure.

You can call it persistence, stubbornness or whatever you want, but the Phelps just want to keep on riding. “The hook is the fun,” Diane says. Bob follows with, “Exactly,” and the two turn to face each other and smile.

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BIG NEWS YOU ASKED FOR IT, AND WE LISTENED

BY ABEL GALLARDO

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or years, Wing Ding has fallen around July 4th. It’s the middle of the summer, there are fireworks and it’s a generally fun time to get out and ride. But it’s not been without it’s problems. Adverse weather conditions, high gas prices and other considerations have made it an event that not every Member could attend.

You’ve been telling us that you want to change the date — and we’ve listened.

In 2015, Wing Ding will be held over Labor Day weekend. That’s September 2-6, 2015. Mark your calendars.

As we’ve mentioned before, there are quite a few reasons why this works out better for everyone, but let’s bring

up a few of the obvious ones. First off, traveling across the country in the middle of the summer can take its toll on you, both physically and financially.

Whether you’re riding a GL1800, 1500, 1200 or pulling a trailer, gas prices aren’t cheap and they traditionally go up during the summer months. When do they go back down? That’s right, the end of the summer, right around Labor Day. In addition, hotel prices go down as well, which means there are more options available for better prices. So financially, Labor Day weekend offers quite a few benefits.

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on two wheels a bit sketchy — and certainly not the safest option. Then there’s the heat and humidity, which can also wear you down, particularly if you’re wearing all the gear, all the time (which, of course, you should). Know when it cools down? Late August and early September. You may be catching on to a trend here.

Behind the scenes, there’s another advantage that most Members might not know about.

Everyone wants to travel during the summer, and that means that hotels, restaurants and other areas can raise their prices accordingly. It also means that they’re usually booked, which gives us at the Home Office a more difficult time to find cities that Members want to visit. By moving the event to Labor Day, dozens more options open up. Cities that Members loved from previous Wing Dings become available, and new ones — sometimes coastal cities — also are now looking at Wing Ding.

But most important of all is the reason that brought the Home Office to this decision to begin with: You asked for it.

You — the Members — make up GWRRA, and without you, there would be no Wing Ding to attend.

You asked us to shift Wing Ding’s date. You wanted a schedule that would give you more time to spend with your family, didn’t interfere with other major events and saved you money in the process. You asked, and we listened.

Of course, all that leaves the obvious question: Where is Wing Ding 2015, anyway? Well we can’t answer that one for you yet, but you will find out come Wing Ding 2014. We’ll see you there.

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A SHORT RIDE AWAY

DISCOVERING DANE COUNTY BY GOLD WING

BY JUDY FRANKEL, GREATER MADISON CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

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ncredible vistas, rolling terrain, and jaw-dropping scenic highways and byways are what you will find in and around Dane County while riding on your Gold Wing. Whether you are heading out for a short drive or want to make a daylong trip, there are plenty of routes that will give you a nice ride around the area. Our suggested trips — whether they take you on county highways or rural roads — are an easy distance away from Madison. We’ve also stayed away from anything too challenging. Think gorgeous scenery, less twisties.

We’ve gathered a few of our favorites for you to consider here, but be sure to grab a map or GPS and explore on your own, too. Next month, we’ll have some suggestions for longer rides that you can take to explore the southcentral and southwestern parts of Wisconsin. And, as we get closer to Wing Ding in July, we will be posting all of our information on our website. Either way, you’ll be happy that you brought your Gold Wing to town.

Here are some tried and true routes to get you familiar with the outstanding scenic views of the Greater Madison area.

WAUNAKEE TO DEVIL’S LAKE Waunakee (proudly known as the only Waunakee in the world) is a scenic community that sits just a few miles north of Madison. From Waunakee you will want to take Highway 113 north. From there, follow Highway 113 through the town of Dane and then through the city of Lodi. There are many places to stop, grab a bite to eat or get gassed up along the way. Approximately five JANUARY 2014

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Rural countrysides are all around.

A sharp view of Downtown Staughton.

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miles outside of Lodi, you can connect with the Merrimac Ferry that takes you across Lake Wisconsin, which is a free ferry transport that crosses the Wisconsin River between Sauk and Columbia Counties. In season, the ferry runs 24/7. The short seven-minute journey will offer a nice break from your road trip.

After you’ve disembarked from the ferry, continue on Highway 113 until Highway 133. Take Highway 133 north until Highway DL and you’ll come upon Devil’s Lake.

Scenic highlights along the way include Lake Wisconsin, rural scenery and forests along both sides of the road.

Devil’s Lake is a great place to picnic or just rest for a bit.

Plus, it’s an easy route back to the Alliant Energy Center.

HIGHWAY 51 FROM MADISON TO STOUGHTON Dane County is home to a wide array of different lifestyles.

In Stoughton, a community just south of Madison, you’ll find a wonderful sampling of Norwegian culture. To get there, take Highway 51 towards Stoughton and get a taste of Norway right here in Wisconsin. Stoughton is an incredibly scenic community that boasts tree-lined streets, an incredible array of shops and galleries, as well as wonderful places to eat. It’s an ideal short trip away from Madison. Some of the sites worth stopping or include the prominent Stoughton Clock Tower. Built in 1901, it houses the magnificent Stoughton Opera House as well as city offices. Tours are available to the public so if you have some time, do take the tour — it’s fantastic!

You can also stop in to any number of Norwegian themed shops. Or, take a leisurely ride around town to check out all the historic Victorian era homes. You will find lots of interesting things to do just a short ride away.

Amazing views everywhere you go.

IRONMAN BIKE LOOP The Greater Madison area has played host to the IRONMAN Wisconsin triathlon since 2002. While it might seem unorthodox to ride your motorcycle on a bike course, rest assured that motorcycles play a pivotal role in keeping the athletes safe each and every year. There are many different routes you can carve out from these 40-mile loops in rural Dane County. They’re extremely hilly, with many tough climbs and turns on each lap.

Feel free to explore each of the towns along the way!

We’ve shared maps and turn-by-turn directions for you at Visitmadison.com/wd36.

Now that you’ve had a bit of a taste of some of the ways you can explore the Greater Madison area by Gold Wing; Please visit our website — Visitmadison.com/wd36 — for more information on lodging, things to do (on or off your bike) and much more.

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THE GRAND OLE OPRY HAS A LONG AND TREASURED HISTORY

BY KEVIN WHIPPS

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e all know that GWRRA’s Weekend at the Opry is going to be a lot of fun, but if you’ve never been to the Grand Ole Opry, you might wonder what’s so special about the show. As it turns out, quite a lot.

Let’s go back to 1925, when Nashville radio station WSM decided to start a new show called “The WSM Barn Dance.” They bring out Uncle Jimmy Thompson, a fiddle player, to be the first person to grace the stage.

Jimmy — a spry 77 years old at the time — started a tradition that’s still running today, 88 years later. It was the beginning of what we know today as The Grand Ole Opry.

So how did that name come about? Two years after Jimmy played his fiddle for the radio, George D. Hay, the station director of WSM, says, “For the past hour we have been listening to music taken largely from Grand Opera, but from now on, we will present the Grand Ole Opry!”

Just like that, the show got a new name and a legend was born.

As the show grows in harmony with the station, the Opry broadcast becomes too big for a small space, and moves to WSM Studio C, a 500-seat auditorium in the National Life and Accident Insurance Company headquarters. Just seven months later, the show moves yet again, this time to Hillsboro Theater. This would happen a few more times

in the coming years, but in 1943 it moved to the historic Ryman Auditorium, a historic Victorian Gothic tabernacle with pews that seated 3,500 attendants. It wasn’t done moving however, and soon would go to The Grand Ole Opry House at Opryland. It would be almost 25 years until the show returned to Ryman Auditorium in 1999, where it has remained ever since.

Over the years, hundreds of famous names have appeared on the show. Elvis Presley made his one and only performance on October 2, 1954. President Richard Nixon even came by on March 16, 1954, to play the piano and sing Happy Birthday to his wife. In fact, pick any big name in country music in the past century and they’re likely to have been involved in some way with the Grand Ole Opry, including Alan Jackson, Trace Adkins, Trisha Yearwood, Ricky Skaggs, Carrie Underwood, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline and more.

Today, the Grand Ole Opry is still running strong, putting on its regular shows that are always well received. You can still tune in via 650 WSM, or via syndicated radio, SiriusXM satellite radio or even at Opry.com. And during GWRRA’s Weekend at the Opry, you’ll get a chance to see the stage for yourself. Do yourself a favor and check it out. Being this close to history doesn’t happen every day.

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“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).

Next: Email your entry to: contest@ wingworldmag.com or you may mail your entry to: WW January “Wingy” Contest, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. All entries must be received before December 30th, 2013.

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 2; the lucky winner of the $50 will be contacted by email or phone.

Additionally, the November winner’s name will be published in the March 2014 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, what are you 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, IBVC, 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 “inlaws”, 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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DEALERS WOWMotorcycles.com BUY-SELL-TRADERENT-USED PARTS. Highest prices paid for clean bikes! America’s largest independent dealer of used bikes, (600+ in stock). Always huge inventory of quality Wings and other Touring bikes. Coast-to-coast pickup and delivery. Now RENTING GL18’s and Trikes!

Check us out at www.WOWMotorcycles. com or call 800-572-3720.

HELP WANTED. Diamond Custom Seats is looking for an individual or couple to represent and sell Diamond Seats at GWRRA state and district rallies in 2014. Please contact Mark 800-722-9995.

MOTORCYCLES 2006 Honda VTX 1300R. 2,700 miles. Candy Black Cherry. OEM pipes, freeway bar, light bar, windshield, back rest, saddlebags and additional chrome parts. $8,000. Call Ken. 919-200-8363.

1989 Honda Pacific Coast for sale. 80% new front tire and a brand new back tire with less 500 miles. New stator(alternator). 57,500 miles. Garage kept and never put up wet.

ONLY asking $2,000. Come and get for a christmas present. Call or text 334-868-9202.

Dadeville, Ala.

TRIKES 2009 GL1800 Gold Wing Trike, California Sidecar, 5,502 miles. Always maintained

cover date. Ads run one month on a first come, first served, spaceavailable basis. Later 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.

and garage kept. Selling due to disability. $26,500.00 OBO. Please contact Joe or Helen Milligan at tojo@bellsouth.net — please list Trike in subject. Call 251-610-7168 or 251-285-1975.

TRAILERS & SIDECARS ‘2012 CSC Escapade Elite trailer. New, never used. Color: Titanium. Chrome tongue, swivel hitch, aluminum wheels, spare tire, carpet, mud flaps, air suspension, GL1800 Kuryakyn hitch and painless wiring. Robert — 864-4869036 rmuenzner@sbcglobal.net. Woodruff, S.C. $2,800.00 FIRM.

PARTS & ACCESSORIES 1995 GL1500 SE saddlebags, rare magenta color. From trike conversion in 2002, bike had 11,000 miles at time of conversion.

Also, windshield for GL1500 with wind vent. $200 for bags, $50 for windshield (you pay shipping). Contact Peter: 303-384-0476 or petekeppler@aol.com. Golden, Colo.

New Vance and Hines exhaust for 2013 GL1800 — paid $899.99, sell for $450 OBO. 321-749-9492 or rgray64@cfl.rr.com.

2012 GL1800 White. All rear parts from trike conversion. All new parts: saddle bags with lights, rear end, etc. Can send pictures. $800 plus shipping. Call Bob 603-448-3707. Email harryr70@hotmail.com. Located in N.H. 2008 GL1800 new steering head, $50; 2004 GL1800 used, low miles steering head, $25, plus shipping; Bob 603-448-3707 or harryr70@hotmail.com. Located in N.H. WINGWORLDMAG.COM

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Falcon helmets with headsets, mics, mic covers. Candy Apple metal flake red, w/ added on black sun visor bills. Plug-in for stereo, CB, intercom. New, 1 lg., 1 Med. $150 ea. or $250 for both. 307-660-1755 MST. GL1800 Kuryakyn Ergo touring Iso footpegs w/adjustable rotation, swing arm, etc.

Stainless steel and chrome. $190 new, $100, very nice. GL1800 factory windshield, clear w/vent, lower shaded, new in box (Pt. No. NC20014). $350 new, asking $140.

GL1800 extra tall windshield, new in box w/ plastic. National Cycle V-Stream, clear w/ vent 8-inches taller than factory. $200+ new, $140. 307-660-1755 MST.

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

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NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL EVENTS JULY 2–JULY 5, 2014. WING DING 36 IN MADISON, WISCONSIN. 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 Wing-ding.org or call 800-843-9460 or 623581-2500 (Phoenix area) to register now.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND – AUGUST 29–31 2014. WEEKEND AT THE OPRY IN NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE. Come check out beautiful Nashville and spend Labor Day weekend at the spectacular Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Attend fun tours, ride a showboat and much, much more. Call 800843-9640 to learn more.

FEBRUARY/MARCH 2014. A three-week tour of New Zealand, organized and escorted by Members of Chapter NZ-A. For more details, contact Ron Meiklen at vault@clear.net.nz.

CHAPTER EVENTS JANUARY 9 – 11, 2014. MARYLAND DISTRICT’S WINTERTHING IN OCEAN CITY, MD. This year’s theme is “Wild World of Sports.” The event takes place at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau. Events include a Thursday night ice cream social, our famous Friday

in the subject line of an email. ***To best understand the EVENTS SUBMISSIONS 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.***

night theme dance, Saturday night banquet, loads of seminars and tons of fun! We have daily 50/50s, grand prize and Rider Ed raffles. Please visit us at Gwrra-md-district. org or contact Ray Hartman at 240-435-0559 or email at racingnwinging@msn.com JANUARY 18, 2014. WA-X’S FOURTH ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE SWAP MEET. Held at the Armed Forces Reserve Center, 15005 NE 65th St., Vancouver, Wash. Silent Auction, food, and buy, sell or trade parts, accessories and related items. Flyer and registration available: Gwrrawax.org. Donations being collected for the local Veterans Hospital. For more info, contact CDs Kelley and Connie Huse at wingrider10@ msn.com, Lisa at motoswapmeet@gmail.com or Kathy at hempel31@gmail.com.

February 7–8, 2014. OHIO DISTRICT WINTERTIME EVENT CABIN FEVER. Held at Deer Creek Lodge, 22300 State Park Road # 20, Mt. Sterling, Ohio 43143. 800-282-7275.Go back in time to the roaring twenties. Gangsters and flappers; classy cats and dames; sheiks and shebas — Come join the fun! For more information and the registration form, please visit our website, Ohiogwrra.org, or call Lloyd & Becky Glydewell, Ohio District Directors, at 937-322-7156.

APRIL 3 – 5, 2014. ALABAMA DISTRICT CONVENTION’S ROMAN THE BAY. Mobile, Ala. We will be at the Ashbury Hotel & Suites where everything is on one site. Vendors, games, seminars, lighted bike parade, toga JANUARY 2014

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costume contest, talent show and much more. Grand prize of $1000. Buy $1 tickets for a chance to win one of three Garmin Zumo 665s to be given away at closing ceremonies. For hotel and registration information contact Robert Brown 205-9488991 or brownie43@bellsouth.net.

April 10–12, 2014. LOUISIANA DISTRICT’S MARDI GRAS MADNESS CONVENTION. Lafayette, La. at the Ramada Lafayette Conference Center. Come Join The Party!

Special Room rates of $79.99 until 3/27/14.

Game Show prizes; bingo; live cajun band; light parade; Couple of the Year selection; Mardi Gras ball and costume contest; rider ed and leadership training seminars. Come prepared to eat some great Southern cuisine.

Hurry and register now for the Convention in the South. See the LA District website at Gwrra-la.org for a copy of the registration.

APRIL 24–26, 2014. TENNESSEE DISTRICT RALLY, WING TREKKING. Held at the camp jordan arena in east ridge, tenn. You can stay at the adjacent RV campground or our Host Hotels, the Best Western Arbour Inn and Suites; Holiday Inn Express; or Motel 6. The location is close to The Dragon and Cherohala Skyway, not to mention mention other superb motorcycling roads. Join us for all the entertainment, fun and friendship with an out-of-this-world experience. Visit Tngwrra. org for the latest info, or contact Ron Janes, 931-510-9703; Richard Griffin, 615-533-4603; or email Tngwrra2014sf@gmail.com.

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ALLEN, DONALD.......................FAIRFIELD, CA BARRINGTON, JAUNEE... YAZOO CITY, MS BIBLE MIKE................................. LAFAYETTE, IN BOLDT, CLARA................................ TOLEDO, IA CARSON, JOHN................JACKSONVILLE, IL CARTER, DAVID.................CRYSTAL LAKE, IL COLEMAN, CHARLES.TRAVELERS REST, SC COLLINS, JIMMY.............GREEN VALLEY, AZ DODD, JOSH.......................HOKES BLUFF, AL DODD, KACEY....................HOKES BLUFF, AL ELLIOTT, KIRK..........................KAMLOOPS, BC FISHER, STEVEN..............HUTCHINSON, MN FOX, RONALD........................ CHEYENNE, WY GOINS, SHERWOOD............ DRY CREEK, LA GRANT, KEN............................ PENSACOLA, FL GREER, KARLA....................JONESBORO, GA HEAP, KEVIN..............................HANOVER, MN HEWITT, DAVID...................................MESA, AZ HOLTON, DEAN....................LOUISBURG, NC

HOWELL JR, RICHARD.....ALBUQUERQUE, NM HUMPHREY, ROBERT..... CLARKSVILLE, AR HUTCHENS, JIM...........PLEASANT VIEW, TN HUTCHENS, SHIRRIN.PLEASANT VIEW, TN JOHNSON, ED...............................BRISTOL, VA JOHNSON, LINDA........................ BRISTOL, VA KNUDTSON, KAREN............MASON CITY, IA KNUDTSON, RONALD........MASON CITY, IA KOLASKE, NEAL.................... MILWAUKEE, WI LANTZ, CHARLES...................WOOSTER, OH LEWIS, EDWARD......................CONCORD, NH LEWIS, JUDITH.........................CONCORD, NH LYMAN, KIT......................................... HEMET, CA MCNABB, CHARLES....... SPRINGFIELD, MO MYTINGER, DAVID........... INDIANAPOLIS, IN PANTER, JIM.................................CANTON, OH PRESTON, JOHN....................KNOXVILLE, TN RASMUSSEN, DELORES...MINNEAPOLIS, MN RENNICK, BOB.........KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC

ROBERTS, LOGAN.................CHANDLER, AZ SHARP, GAYLORD..............SIOUX FALLS, SD SHRADER, ROBERT........ SAN ANTONIO, FL SIMMONS, WILLIAM................NEWBERN, TN SMITH, BRUCE...................... ST THOMAS, ON SMITH, STEVEN...................................YORK, SC SWANSON, LLOYD... ..OKLAHOMA CITY, OK TABER, FRANK.............PORT ORCHARD, WA TAYLOR, HOWIE...........WESLEY CHAPEL, FL TAYLOR, JOHN.................. JOHNSTOWN, CO THAYER, GARY................ MCDONOUGH, GA TOWNSLEY, RICHARD........HARLINGEN, TX VAILLANCOURT, MICHEL....CANTERBURY, NH WAER SR, ALLAN................MESHOPPEN, PA WHITE, KIRBY...........................BURGOON, OH WILLIAMS, BOYCE.... HOLIDAY ISLAND, AR WILSON, JOYCE.........................GADSDEN, AL WILSON, KERRY.........................GADSDEN, AL ZAKRAJSEK, MARTIN.......... RICHLAND, WA

IN MEMORIAM Randy E. Applegate GWRRA # 085027 Columbus, IN

Ken W. Humphries GWRRA # 281728 Krebs, OK

Jim Cate GWRRA # 220032 Putnam, TX

John S. Ivanits GWRRA # 330385 Charlton, MA

Ann Gajewsky GWRRA # 108097-01 Brunswick, OH

Mark R. Hardisty GWRRA # 174570-04 Fredericksburg, VA

William R. Phelps GWRRA # 031211 Mount Carmel, IN

Mary A. Hough GWRRA # 072768-01 Waverly, IA

Marilyn G. Pickup GWRRA # 027891-01 Orlando, FL

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DIRECTORS: RAY GARRIS...................................................................DIRECTOR............................................................................. 2233 E. BEHREND DR................... PHOENIX............................. AZ.............. 85024.................602-404-6875 DAVE CARTER..............................................................DIRECTOR OF DIVISIONS & PROGRAMS............... 1854 WOODHAVEN DR................ CRYSTAL LAKE................. IL................ 60014....................815-477-9893 JEFFREY LINER............................................................DIRECTOR OF FINANCE................................................. PO BOX 54......................................... CALHOUN.......................... TN.............. 37309................. 423-336-5835 BOB GREER...................................................................MEMBER ENHANCEMENT DIRECTOR..................... 2738 AUSTIN LN.............................. JONESBORO..................... GA............. 30236.................... 770-473-1316 TONY & MICHELLE VAN SCHAICK ....................RIDER EDUCATION DIRECTORS................................. 1822 LANDSTROM LANE............. FUQUAY-VARINA............. NC............. 27526....................919-346-1433 PAUL BROSHER...........................................................LEADERSHIP TRAINING DIRECTOR.......................... 8410 ROBERTS RD.......................... HILLIARD............................. OH............. 43026.................... 614-851-1256 ROBERT SHRADER............................................ DEPUTY DIRECTOR EAST..................................... 9333 ROLLING CIRCLE ............SAN ANTONIO...............FL.............33576.............. 352-668-3164 ANITA ALKIRE...................................................... DEPUTY DIRECTOR WEST.................................... 4331 SUMMIT DR........................LA MESA..........................CA............91941................. 619-741-8893 BILL GRAY............................................................ DEPUTY DIRECTOR CENTRAL............................ 1820 W. KENT PLACE ...............BROKEN ARROW..........OK............74012................. 918-231-9371 BOB PINET........................................................... DEPUTY DIRECTOR CANADA.............................. 1315 SHERWOOD CT.................BURLINGTON.................ON...........L7M1C8...........905-336-6166 DAN SANDEROVICH.................................................DEPUTY DIRECTOR OVERSEAS................................. MOSHAVA.......................................... YOQNEAM.......................... ISR............. 20600............972-542-300-311 JOHN BRYANT.............................................................RECRUITING AND RETENTION................................... 5216 BAY VIEW DRIVE.................. KELLER................................. TX.............. 76244.....................817-741-5216

REGIONAL DIRECTORS: JIM JACKSON...................................................... SOUTHEAST (A)....................................................... 500 LEE RD 931..........................SMITHS............................AL............36877.............. 706-790-1626 THOMAS WASLUCK.......................................... NORTHEAST (B)....................................................... 279 CHURCH RD........................MOUNTAIN TOP............PA............18707.................570-474-1014 ROGER HURLEY................................................. GREAT LAKES (D)..................................................... 201 SOUTHVIEW LANE.............WEST MILTON................OH...........45383..............937-698-4443 BRUCE BEEMAN................................................ AMERICA’S HEARTLAND (E)................................. 1910 7TH AVE. NE.......................AUSTIN............................MN...........55912............. 507-433-4286 ANITA ALKIRE...................................................... SOUTHWEST (F)....................................................... 4331 SUMMIT DR........................LA MESA..........................CA............91941................. 619-741-8893 JACK WAGNER.................................................... SOUTH CENTRAL (H)............................................. 2700 DUPONT ...........................EDMOND.........................OK............73034............. 405-359-7892 MICHAEL HUDNELL.......................................... BIG SKY (I).................................................................. 211 SE SHADOWOOD DR.........SHELTON.........................WA...........98584..............360-426-0213 ALAN LITTLE.......................................................APPALACHIAN (N)................................................... 9742 NC 138 HWY......................OAKBORO.......................NC............28129..............704-485-4756 PETER RUSSELL................................................. UNITED KINGDOM REGION (UK)......................... 9 A CHAPEL LANE.....................WICKEN CAMBS............ENG.........CB7 5XZ.... 44-1353-350885 CA N A DA JOHN WAIT.......................................................... GREAT NORTHWEST (J)........................................ 1238 QUEBEC ST........................VANCOUVER.................BC............V6A4G7.........604-628-6657 BOB PINET........................................................... CENTRAL CANADA (K)........................................... 1315 SHERWOOD CT.................BURLINGTON.................ON...........L7M1C8...........905-336-6166 ALLAN TUCKER.................................................. CANADIAN ATLANTIC (L)...................................... 265 STEVENS RD RR 1..............LONDONDERRY............NS............BOM 1MO......902-662-2276

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TRUSSVILLE MOBILE HUNTSVILLE ANNISTON MONTGOMERY

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COLVIN, D* CHAPMAN, R MURPHY, R* LUKER, P SHIRAH SR, R RUSSELL, G WESENBERG, T* SWINDLE, M* ANTHONY, L

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BERRY, W SHRADER, N STEPHENS, C VAN DAME, N* KENNEDY, F HIGGINS, G DONALDSON, D* MCCARTHY, B DENNIS, G* WELLS, G* RUBINO, M GRESHAM, E MCILRATH, D JOHNSON, J* SMITH, R DUFFEY, J DUNN III, W*

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p BILL PLYER / ADVANCE, N.C. / 2013 HONDA F6B I am sending you a photo from Deals Gap by Killboy.com, taken October 19, 2013. Use them as you wish. The math is, F6B + 129 = FUN. The F6B is a great improvement, and it handles better, too. The 62-pound F6B loss (compared to the GL1800) and my 50 pound loss really make it a fun ride. It is a known fact: if you want your motorcycle to perform well, take some weight off. t JERRY & BOB JOHNSTON 2003 GL1800 This is a photo of Jerry and Bob Johnston on our ’03 Gold Wings with Lehman trike conversions. I left Newport News, VA and met my bother Bob from Ft. Worth, Texas. This photo was taken on the Blue Ridge Parkway as we rode along Skyline Drive.

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t RYAN MUNKWITZ 1980 GL1100 INTERSTATE At 19, my son, Ryan, is one of the youngest Gold Wing owners and GWRRA Members I know, although he may have had some direction from his Father as I have been an owner and Member for more than 10 years.

Ryan’s stated goal was to own a Gold Wing that wasn’t older than he was. He recently traded up to a beautiful ’92 Candy Spectra Red GL1500 that he rides everywhere. t JOHN & DEBBI RECTENWALD CHARLESTON, W.V. Every September, Chapter H makes their traditional trip to eastern W.V. Fun, Safety and Knowledge is a recurring theme as we wind through the mountains and rivers, and make new friends on the trip. This photo was taken on the overview look at Spruce Knob.

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