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F e a t u r e s A Test Ride on Champion Trikes’ New Honda GL1800 Independent Suspension Trike Kit .....................................................................................................................................47 Cooling Vest Technology Comparison ................................................................................24 Honda’s Gold Wing Turns 35!...............................................................................................59 LEDs, Chrome, and Cleaners Galore! ................................................................................38 What Kind of Gasoline Should I Use in My Wing? .........................................................42 Willie & Ernest’s 2009 “Great Adventure”........................................................................53 I n f o B y t e s How I Found a Solution for Sleep Apnea While Camping! ...........................................14 Meet in the Middle Wing Ding Passport Program, Part 2 .............................................63 New & Different Vendors at Wing Ding ............................................................................71 Ride Better: Why Should I Take a Rider Course? ............................................................22 D E P A R T M E N T S

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CONTENTS

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ABOUT THE COVER

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July 2010 • Volume 33 Issue 7

GWRRA/Rescue Application ........................................64

Product Previews..............................................................16

Association Leader Listing ............................................79

Hall of Honor....................................................................83

Readers’ Rides ..................................................................88

Classifieds ..........................................................................75

In the Zone ..........................................................................4

Wing Ding 32 Hotel & RV/Campsite List ..................70

Finishing Touches ..............................................................85

Member Benefits ..............................................................64

Bragging Rights..................................................................10 Events ..................................................................................77

Focus on GWRRA ..........................................................20 GWRRA Official Products ............................................86

Hall of Fame ......................................................................84 In Memoriam ....................................................................84

Just Jokin ............................................................................66 Motorcycle Goodies........................................................72

News Briefs ......................................................................12

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Advertisers Listing ..........................................................65

A Word from Your GWRRA Director ..........................7

Readers’ Responses ..........................................................8

Wing Ding 32 Application ..............................................67

Wing Ding 32 Hotel Map ..............................................69 Wordsearch Puzzle ..........................................................66 Wordsearch Answers for Prior Month ......................66

Workbench ........................................................................26

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Time to Have Fun this Summer! By the time you read this, summer will be almost—or definitely—upon us here in the U.S. and the rest of the Northern Hemisphere. And as I think of this summer, in particular, all I can really think about is one thing—having fun!

But if you still like four solid walls and don’t mind “similar shared facilities arrangements”, why not consider another affordable hotel alternative—staying in a hostel? I recently did so, and it was a fantastic experience. It’s yet another way to meet other travelers, and it’s no longer just popular among students and the under-30 crowd. In fact, resource websites like www.hostelhandbook.com/ budget.htm will give you contact information to hostels specifically designed for adults or for adults 55 and over, called Eldershostel [(877) 426-8056].

It’s been a rough couple of years for all of us with the U.S. and global economies. I won’t rehash all the tough times we, our friends, and our neighbors have witnessed or personally faced over these many, many months. But what I will say is that, along with the hard times (and the tense nerves that can often accompany them), I’ve witnessed far more acts of untold generosity and interesting ingenuity than ever before (in my lifetime, anyway). And you know what I think both the tight belts and the good will entitle us to—especially as motorcyclists? Fun this summer! So, to that end, I’ve decided that I’m going to make a list of some of the fun things I’d like to do this summer in regard to motorcycling. I hope this inspires you to do something similar, even if funds are still a bit low. After all (though at the time of this writing fuel prices are rising again a bit), you and I both know that jumping on the bike can be one of the most cost-effective ways of vacationing— and just having fun in general—this summer. Here is my list: Head out on my bike for a weekend getaway really, really soon. Though I did manage to squeeze in a mini-vacation by plane recently, no matter how hard I tried, it was still pretty expensive. Plus, the “travel to” and “travel from” days were just that—entire days spent getting to the airport early, waiting at the airport (mashed between tons of people, I might add), arranging transportation to or from the airport, checking in to the hotel or getting back home, recovering from jet lag, etc. Blah! Even recounting it is tiresome! No, the much more economical and fun thing I will do next mini-vacation is to just hop on the bike and go. Granted, I won’t be able

Take in some GWRRA events, including Wing Ding, and make use of the low-cost Rider Education courses and more. to travel as far as quickly, but then again there are plenty of roads and interesting places I’ve not yet discovered in my own backyard. And the best benefit of all is that the actual travel to and from my destination will play a critical role in the “fun factor” because the fun of my vacation actually starts as I leave the driveway, not just when I finally reach my destination.

Lest you think this is “just a plug” for the Association, ask yourself this question: “With what other group can I attend so many events with like-minded riders and vendors, sign up for so many low-cost (and professionally administered) Rider Ed courses, be so welcomed at a Chapter meeting (or other event) in whichever city/state/country, etc. I may be in?” Seriously.

Camp a few times this year instead of always staying at a hotel/motel.

For example, other than Wing Ding I don’t get to attend too many GWRRA-sponsored events; however, one I remember well was the Region K Rendezvous in North Bay, Ontario, Canada in 2008. There I was, in another country, with a group of really fun people, at an event that revolved around a love of motorcycling. Who could ask for more?

Don’t get me wrong, I love a nice hotel now and again, and I’m even fortunate enough to have a relative in the business who can get me super deals at super-nice digs. But there’s just something about camping that makes me feel as if I’ve also “accomplished a mission” (even if that mission was simply to save between 50-90 percent off the price I’d have paid for a hotel room). In addition—and here comes the “fun factor” again—I’ve found that camping has a greater tendency to not only put you in closer touch with nature but also in closer touch with other people. Perhaps it’s the lack of “real walls” or the requisite “shared facilities”. Whatever the case may be, camping pretty much makes meeting other folks inescapable. And really, who can refuse a great campfire?

Plus, here’s “my little secret” for this year’s Wing Ding—I cannot wait to try out the “No Zone” trailer display (see page WD34 for details). I’ve been extremely anxious to participate in one of these displays ever since a Chapter first sent in information about one they’d held eons ago. So, there you have it. That’s just a short list of my own motorcycling “fun factor” plans this summer. It shows there are still some surefire, and inexpensive, ways to have fun this summer—on your bike! And remember, after the last two years, we all deserve it! ●

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A WORD FROM YOUR GWRRA DIRECTOR As your Director, I feel it’s important to communicate the ideas and values of your GWRRA International Team of Directors. I am privileged to have Wing World magazine as a medium to do this. In deciding what topic to choose for my first article, I received the following email soon after accepting our new appointment:

Member Involvement is the Key If you read the history of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association, you will find that it was started by an individual Honda Gold Wing rider or two, and some casual and close friends, who just wanted to share their love of riding a motorcycle with others and did not want to be burdened by all the formalities of being controlled by politics, religion, or whatever the normal was back in 1977. Having spent a few days one-on-one with Paul Hildebrand, Founder of GWRRA, one of the topics that came up was how this Association got started and its founding principles and values. I’d like to now share some of it with you. As soon as the new Gold Wing was released on the American market in 1975, several owners in the Northwest area of the United States formed the Honda Gold Wing Owners Group. This new group quickly grew. Unfortunately, the original founders of the group decided to disband. Afterward, a small group of these Gold Wing owners who resided in the Phoenix, Arizona area decided to meet to discuss “Where do we go from here?” They decided to keep things alive, form a new association, and call it the “Gold Wing Road Riders Association”. Then they set about deciding on a leader for this new association of Gold Wing owners. Paul Hildebrand had already been serving as the area representative for the former owners group and was asked to continue on as the leader of this new Association. Paul agreed and contacted area representatives of the former group in other parts of the country to let them know what they were doing in Phoenix and to invite them to join their new Association. They all agreed, and the Association quickly grew, doubling in Membership each year over the next couple of decades. The appeal of our Association was the positive “Chapter-Life” it manifested. Staying away from the “club” environment, the Association used a corporate structure to govern itself. “Area Representatives” (now known as Chapter Directors) were appointed and charged with the responsibility to stay clear of politics, religion, and other similar distractions and to only focus on providing “Fun opportunities for the Chapter participants”. The formula for success was simple but extremely effective. The corporate philosophy encouraged a team environment that gave Members ample opportunity to be involved. This involvement gave them ownership of these Chapter activities and self-esteem through their success.

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A Great Chapter-Life is the Key to Our Success Other appealing philosophies were to promote a positive image of motorcycling in the local communities, provide safety education opportunities to refine riding skills, reduce the inherit risk associated with motorcycling, and provide leadership opportunities for self-improvement that could be used in both participants’ Chapter and professional lives. Today, this core philosophy continues to serve the Association well. And, where correctly implemented, sees rise to Members enjoying a great Chapter-Life. Lori and I experienced that wonderful Chapter-Life when we joined GWRRA in 1997. We attended our first Chapter gathering with Michigan Chapter J after we had read about them in the local newspaper in regard to a benefit they were conducting for a local elementary school. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted with handshakes and hugs from everyone in the Chapter. To be honest, we were a little taken back and weren’t sure what we had become a part of. But it felt good, and we kept coming back for more. It wasn’t very long before we were actively doing things with the Chapter, and it was a great time in our lives. Not only did we make new friends, Lori and I grew closer together through our involvement. This is the positive GWRRA experience Members have when they are a part of a great Chapter–Life. Understanding the GWRRA philosophy, Chapter Teams focus on providing ample opportunities to ride our bikes, learn new riding skills, and ensure everyone is a part of the Fun. With over 70,000 Members, GWRRA would

be comparative in size to a large corporation. And one thing that concerns all entities of this size is having good communication and having Leadership understand what their purpose is and the objectives they are to focus on. GWRRA is no different and is not immune to these concerns. When the Association was smaller, the lines of communication were more direct, and it was easier to keep everyone “on the same page”. As the Association grew, however, these lines of communication weakened, and the needed adjustments were not always made to compensate for this growth. In some ways, we became reliant on “hand-me-down” or “that’s the way we’ve always done it” training. These ideas did not necessarily follow how things were truly intended to be. For example, some Chapter Leadership has been struggling with the concept of “Member Involvement is the Key”. Frankly, trying to run a Chapter without Membership Involvement will lead to burnout. But using the Team Concept and empowering others to provide fun activities for all to enjoy will lead to success. It was determined that the only way to ensure our Chapters’ continued success was to create a training program to ensure that everyone was on the same page to impart to all of our Leadership those ideals that will lead to greater Chapter success. Because of this need, the Leadership Training Program created the “Officer Certification Program”, or OCP. I am pleased to report that thousands have already partaken in this training and have given this program a unanimous positive endorsement. I have personally assisted in several of these training sessions; everyone I have talked to has stated that it was time well spent and that they are very pleased they were a part of it. In fact, the only question I have heard has been “Why did it take GWRRA so long to do this?” All Leadership at the Chapter/District/ Region/International levels now realizes that over the years our communication suffered and not everyone was on the same page. Throughout our Association, Chapter Leaderships are already applying what they learned, and our Membership will be the sole beneficiary of this training. Our Chapter Leadership has gained new focus and a better understanding of how to create a successful Chapter-Life experience for our Membership to enjoy. Your International Team pledges to build on the foundation laid by the OCP. The sole focus of the District, Region, and International Teams will be to assist our Chapter Leadership to help them ensure that abundant opportunities for Membership Involvement exist in all Chapters throughout our great Association. After all, a great Chapter-Life is the Key to our success.

Director of GWRRA, Mike Stiger ●

Special Readers’ Responses: In Salute to the Fourth of July We reserve the right to edit or excerpt Readers’ Responses. Send typed, dated and signed letters to “Readers’ Responses,” Wing World, P.O. Box 42450, Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 or by email to editor@gwrra.org.

A Promise Kept This letter is less about riding than it is about the impact that the family we call GWRRA has—either directly or indirectly—on the lives of the young folks who also participate with parents or grandparents. After my wife and I married and we would be somewhere and see a youngster acting up, of course our comments usually started off with, “If that were my kid…” Well, in the spring of 1991, my wife and I got our chance. We found out we’d be having a child in the fall. This was a big deal in our lives, so we sat down and discussed how we would raise the little one. We decided that we would be united on the discipline front and promised to not exclude the child from participating in any of the things that we were a part of. In October of 1991, my wife, Gail, and I were blessed with the birth of a bouncing eightpound baby girl who we named Jennifer. Now Jennifer was not your ordinary child because she has parents who participated in a lot of GWRRA functions, so we dragged her along (even as a newborn). Over the years, Jennifer has been a participant in many of the local Chapter events as well as countless District, Region, and National events. Most of the vendors at these events even know her by name; however, they often only know us as “Jennifer’s parents”. They would also “put her to work” as a gopher (something she was quite willing to do), running to get things like soda or coffee, etc. Until Jennifer was 12, most of our activities were centered in and around Region A; in particular, GA-W, where Jennifer won many “Youngest Female Passenger” awards. But in June of 2005, work relocated us to Austin, Texas and Chapter O in Region H. Still, we continued to participate in many Chapter, District, and Region events as well as Wing Ding. Jennifer got her drivers license in the fall of 2007 and her motorcycle endorsement in May of 2008 (after she successfully completed the MSF beginners riding and street strategies course). This spring, she successfully completed her first (of many, I hope) ERC course. She rides a 2008 250 Rebel nicknamed “Squito” and rode from Texas to Greenville, South Carolina for Wing Ding in 2008 (where, at 16, she was the youngest female rider) and to Tulsa for Wing Ding in 2009. She also proudly rode her own bike in the Grand Parade at both events. She 8

has completed both of the MSF classes and has 13,000-plus safe miles on Squito; she even serves as sort of a role model/inspiration for some of the ladies in the Chapter. Jennifer is now 18 and looking to embark on a path of her own. It started in eighth grade when she went to orientation night for incoming freshmen at the high school. On display were elective classes. When she made out her class listing, it included AFJROTC. This had her mother questioning her sanity, so I explained to her mother that electives were just for a semester and she could change it next semester if it didn’t work out. We also wanted to make sure Jennifer understood that AFJROTC was a military class with uniforms, marching, and all of the expected decorum that goes with it. Jennifer said she understood so, at that point, she got her mom’s blessing. Fast forward to June of this year… Jennifer is now a senior in high school; she is still in the AFJROTC, has the rank of Cadet Colonel, and holds the position of Inspector General. Some of the positions that she has held include Flight Sergeant, Drill Team Commander, NCOIC of Public Relations, Color Guard Commander, Support Squadron Commander, Newsletter Editor, and also, last semester, the Corps Commander. She has attended various leadership-type camps during the summer breaks; last summer, she attended the Summer Seminar at the Air Force Academy

in Colorado Springs as well as the Air Force honors camp held at the University of Oklahoma and Tinker Air Force Base. Jennifer was also selected to attend the Military Order of World Wars summer leadership conference in San Antonio. Plus, she was selected (for the third year in a row) to attend the leadership camp that is put on by some of the area high schools and held in Kerrville, Texas at Schreiner University; she was an honor graduate for all three years. Now, Mom and I can announce that Jennifer has attained her loftiest goal yet: This April 5, she received the necessary nominations and was offered (and accepted!) an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She was scheduled to report on June 24th to embark on the next part of her life’s journey. Words cannot describe how proud we are of her. What we also think it’s important to mention is that Jennifer got a lot of her leadership training (even if unintentionally) from GWRRA. (And we didn’t think she was listening!) Her mom and I were Georgia District Leadership Trainers for three years and are Senior Instructors. Over the years, Jennifer has been to many of our classes. She has used the information she got there in her career as a student, both in and out of the JROTC. Also—looking back on the last 18 years at all of the GWRRA functions we’ve attended—we are honored that the folks we encountered not only accepted Jennifer but also encouraged her to do her best. We have a great family in GWRRA, and many of the Members have been very interested in the progress Jennifer has made. We know they will be waiting to hear how things are going in the future, and we will do our best to keep everyone informed on her continued progress. One last thought: We can now look back and remember that we kept that promise we made so many years earlier—to include Jennifer in everything we were involved in. Thankfully, part of that promise also included GWRRA. Jerry and Gail Carr GWRRA Life Member #58196 Austin, Texas ● Wing World

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

SPECIAL “GROUP SHOT” TRIBUTE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE BIKES

ride on a motorcycle, so our drill team members got together to help her with her list. Mary Ellen is center, and the members of the drill team pictured here are (L to R): Wayne Grant, Todd Meadows, Bob Hochhalter, Darrell Bell, Jay Sadler, and Robby Tew. Also along for the ride (but not pictured) were Vickie Bell and Jesse Spivey. Everyone was overwhelmed seeing the joy in Mary Ellen’s eyes when she had completed the ride/escort. It was the drill team’s honor to be able to assist her. Sadly, Mary Ellen passed away in 2009. (Submitted by Robby and Sharon Tew, GWRRA #172710, of Pollocksville, North Carolina.)

CHAPTER AZ-S’S ANNIVERSARY PICNIC This photo was taken this year when Cloverdale, California held a parade to celebrate President’s Day. My name is Andre Cahill. I also belong to the Patriot Guard Riders of Northern California, and our group attended the parade. In the front of our group, we placed three Gold Wings that were red, white, and blue (mine is the blue 2002 GL1800 on the left). We won the trophy for best of show. What’s so special about my bike? It’s a Gold Wing! (Submitted by Andre Cahill, GWRRA #264146, of Rohnert Park, California.)

NORTH CAROLINA PRECISION DRILL TEAM HELPS WITH “BUCKET LIST”

The North Carolina Precision Drill Team was contacted last year about helping Mary Ellen Tagawo with her “bucket list”. Mary Ellen was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor and had a list of things she wanted to complete. One of her desires was to

Photo by Chet Shupe.

On Saturday, April 3 of this year, Chapter AZ-S celebrated it 8th anniversary with a picnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cactus Park in Scottsdale, Arizona. The 8th anniversary party was the Chapter’s fundraiser as well; the weather was perfect and the turnout great, with over 75 people in attendance. Our District Directors, four people from the GWRRA Home Office, and Members of Chapters AZ-D and AZ-R joined AZ-S in the fun and games. Chapter Directors Dick and Bobbie Shields made sure ever ything was organized at Cactus Park, in Scottsdale, which was the home of this year’s lunch and games. Honey Bear BBQ provided the food and Chapter S catered the event to make sure ever yone got their fill of pork or chicken barbeque with all the fixins’. There was a large array of door prizes and a lot of bantering about who would win which prize. In addition to many fun games, everyone got to wear some crazy hats and Ray Garris ensured everyone got in on the act for the big photo! (Submitted by Bill Trask, AZ Assistant District Director.)

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NEW CHAPTERS CHARTERED! GWRRA welcomes the following new Chapters to our family! ●

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Chapter AL-V of Guntersville, Alabama, led by Chapter Directors Richard and Nancy Follett; 31 Charter Members. Chapter OR-H of Hermiston, Oregon, led by Chapter Director Mark Bridge; 25 Charter Members.

“Where’s Wingy” Contest Winners for May Issue Congratulations go to Ryan Guthrie of Phoenix, Arizona for finding “Wingy” (seen here) on page 42 of the May 2010 issue. Ann Kinder, of Carney, Oklahoma was the second winner (because no Wingy appeared in the April issue). Wingy was located in the righthand photo atop the elephant and sitting next to the stor y’s author Steve “Taz” Taslim (in black shirt). Ryan and Ann each won $50; and you could, too! Just search for Wingy—he’ll be located in (most often, but not always) within the editorial text or photos—and send in your entr y. (For complete rules and eligibility requirements, see page 65 of this issue.)

CANCER CHARITY RIDES (AND SUPPORT) ABOUND THIS SUMMER GWRRA Member Sets Off on “Four Corners” Ride GWRRA Member Steve Shulman of Corona del Mar, California began a USA “Four Corners” ride on his Gold Wing on May 24, 2010. Steve is doing the ride in conjunction with the 10th Annual Cruisin’ for a Cure™. The charity works with the City of Hope™ to raise money for prostate cancer awareness and research. Visit www.StevesBigAdventure.com to take a look at Steve’s route and/or to lend any support you’d like.

Fifth Annual “Ride for the Relay” on Route 66 Labor Day Weekend 2010 marks the fifth anniversary of GWRRA Member Rodger Fox’s—and his ever-growing number of “All the Way Gang” members’—annual ride along Route 66 from Chicago, Illinois to Colton, California to benefit the American Cancer Society’s® Relay for Life®. This year’s ride is in memory of Bob Waldmire, whose intricate maps and postcards did as much to immortalize Route 66 as perhaps anything else in American culture. In fact, Bob and his van were the inspiration for the character Fillmore in the movie “Cars”. Bob passed away this past December. Visit www.ridefortherelay.com to take a look at the ride’s route maps and/or to lend any support you’d like.

Wing World Corrections ● New Hampshire’s Association Leader Listings were inadvertently dropped from the May issue. Our apologies to the District’s Members. ● On page 22 of the May issue, the same bike is shown while the captions indicate two different bikes. In both instances, the bike shown is the author’s 1986 GL1200 Gold Wing. Our apologies to author KD McCready. ● On page 14 of the May issue, the first sentence of “Chapter ON-Q’s Challenge: Share a Cup with a Brave Canuck Challenge” should have read “Ontario’s Chapter Q”, not “Quebec’s Chapter Q”. Our apologies to both the Chapters’, and the Region’s, Members.

WING DING 32 UPDATES: Remember, Bike Show Space at Wing Ding is Limited. Register Early! “Space is limited in Hall A for bikes; we can only fit 98 bikes in the show,” says Region N Director Frank Albert, “so please sign up in advance of Wing Ding and get your place reserved!” Also, please note that on the home page of the GWRRA website is a link to the latest Bike Show rules, Classes, and all the Bike Show forms! Check out the latest changes in classes, criteria, and allowances.

Mascot and Krazy Hat Contest Reminder Ray Garris, who hosts the contests, would like to remind all Wing Ding delegates that the Mascot and Krazy Hat Contests will both return to Wing Ding this year. The two contests are scheduled for Thursday, July 1, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Hall A (Veterans Lower Lever) of the Iowa Events Center. (An example of "crazy hats" can be found on page 10 of this issue.)

Big Bike Parts Breast Cancer In an effort to encourage early detection, network support, and a cure for breast cancer, Big Bike Parts® has committed itself to help. In collaboration with The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®, Big Bike Parts has created a Limited Edition UltraGard Motorcycle Cover to help raise funds to support breast cancer research. Big Bike Parts is launching this Limited Edition line of covers with their own special “Support the Cause” box and will donate $5 from each purchase to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. For more information and a list of current retailers, visit www.bigbikeparts.com.

Report Shows Motorcycling Deaths Dropped Sharply in 2009 A just-released report shows that motorcycling fatalities nationwide dropped by at least 10 percent in 2009, which is the first decline in 12 years, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports. Based on preliminary data, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), which represents the state highway safety offices nationwide, projects that motorcycling deaths declined from 5,290 in 2008 to 4,762 or fewer in 2009. The projection is based on data collected from the 50 states and the District of Columbia. The GHSA cautioned that the report only involves one year, so ● it’s too soon to predict a steady decline.

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How I Found a Solution for Sleep Apnea While Camping! By Mark Douglas, GWRRA #73380, of Coopersville, Michigan

[Important!: Before attempting this, or any other type of similar, CPAP solution, please consult your physician for medical advice.]

I’ve got to tell you that camping when you have sleep apnea can really be a challenge! Those of you who have sleep apnea already know that. And for those of you who don’t, please hear me out in case you’re ever with someone who does.

First Attempt What the heck? Why not give it a try? I thought. We were soon to head out on a bike trip, so I made the adaptor, took it into the garage, powered it up from the motorcycle battery into the battery port on the CPAP, and—voilà! It worked! I didn’t have time to do an overnight test at home, but if my math (and luck, and battery condition) were all good, I figured, I should still be able to start the motorcycle in the morning. (If not, then I planned to park on a hill!) My first real test of the contraption I’d made was when we arrived at a rustic campground just off the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park. I connected the adapter onto the battery, connected the extension cord to it, ran it into the tent, used the adapter on the other side, powered up the CPAP, and went to sleep.

Performance Wow! It performed flawlessly all night! After a full night of use, I immediately started the bike the next morning without waiting. Now batteries have a weird ability to come back up to charge quite a bit after a hard current draw, so it was important that I try to start the motorcycle right away to eliminate that as a variable. It started with only a slight lack of the vigor that it usually has. (And that was a good thing since we were camping at rustic’s finest just outside the Rocky Mountain National Park.) Obviously, I was happy I had it all “math’ed out”.

Conclusion

Problem Now trying to find a regular campsite with electricity so that someone with sleep apnea can run his or her Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine, a type of ventilation (breathing) therapy, is a real bear. Let’s just say “rustic camping” (with no electricity) was pretty much not an option for me. But after years of bad travel solutions, like paying for hotels or paying the “motor home rate” for campsites so I could have use of electricity, it finally came to me—the motorcycle has a battery, and my CPAP has a DC input. Doy! But how do I get that energy turned into energy I can use? And is there enough capacity? I wondered.

Possible Fix There is a DC port on the back of every CPAP I’ve ever had. And before, I had camped with an old car battery (thinking that I had to have enough capacity to run the machine all night long). But how much power does my CPAP really take? I wondered. I got out the manual for my particular CPAP machine and found it draws 2.5 amps. Quick electric math told me 2.5 amps for 1 hour equals 2.5 amp hours. Easy enough. The capacity on my battery was 19 amp hours. That should mean I could run my CPAP machine for 7.6 hours before the battery, at least theoretically, was completely drained. (I didn’t have the ability to measure the actual current used, so I had to figure the math’s worst case scenario.) I also knew that the machine would not be running at max current draw because I don’t use the machine’s highest setting. Therefore, I reasoned I should also theoretically have some extra battery capacity left over at the end of the 7.6th hour (relative to my calculations, at least).

The best part of this newfound freedom is that I am no longer afraid of losing valuable sleep and becoming tired during a long trip! I can pull into any campground, national park, roadside stop, backyard, wherever, and camp to my heart’s content. Also, it’s a good idea to note that it’s fairly rainproof if you keep the connections under your weather cover on the bike and inside the tent. I also use a household extension cord to get from the bike to the tent. That way, if there is 110v electric available nearby, I can use it instead of the battery.

How It’s Designed To make the adapter, here is how it’s designed: Battery wired to a female 110v plug – regular household extension cord into the tent – regular 110v male plug with an adapter to the CPAP “dc in” connection. I think that, while of course it’s not optimal for the battery, it is an acceptable load and a good application given the load and charging configuration. Please note, however, that it will cause wear on the battery, so you’ll probably want to replace the battery yearly if you use it a lot. However, the alternative of now being able to camp in more rustic settings while still using my CPAP is a good enough trade-off for me for the price of a battery. It’s really that simple. To make an adapter kit, you just need your CPAP make/model/serial number and about $75 (not including the household extension cord). If you’d like more information on how I made mine, contact me at mdouglas194@gmail.com. So happy “rustic” camping all you sleep apnea riders and your spouse and/or riding partner(s) as well! Caution: In regard to the preceding article, neither the author nor GWRRA or any of its affiliates assumes any responsibility for damage to one’s motorcycle nor injuries to one’s person that may be sustained while using the products, or attempting the procedures, noted in this article. ●

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K & H AG’S GL1800 COOLING FANS ARE REVERSIBLE K & H Ag says it is pleased to introduce its KH wire harness, a reversing wire harness for the GL1800 cooling fans that allows you to toggle the cooling fans forward-off-reverse. The company says that, at slow speeds, there is mixing of incoming air with the exhaust air coming from the fans, therefore raising the temperature. The mixed air then can pass through the 1/3 of the radiator not covered by the fan, approximately 20 square inches of each radiator. This reduces the ability of the cooling system to get the job done. By reversing the fans, this is eliminated. With no wires to cut or splice, KH wire harness does all of that. For more information, and to order the KH wire harness, visit www.khwireharness.com or call (812) 259-4656.

SAFEWORLD’S CAN-GUN1 SafeWorld states that its CANGUN1—a revolutionary new spray can tool—is picking up popularity in the paint and other sectors due to growing consumer demand and customer satisfaction. The company—which has been a leading supplier to the paint, industrial, OEM, mass merchandiser and hardware markets for nearly 30 years—adds that: Since launching last May, CAN-GUN1 has been picked up in the United States by several leading retailers, such as Ace Hardware, Valspar, and more. And within weeks of word getting out, CAN-GUN1 was a “#1 hot new best seller” on Amazon.com and has since earned a 97% approval rating from National Street Machine Club members, making it in the top 5 percent of all products ever tested by the club. SafeWorld says what makes CAN-GUN1 so unique is a revolutionary new, made in USA from 80% recycled plastic, patented, reusable, ergonomic pistol grip spray can tool that easily snaps on to standard aerosol spray cans—transforming them into professional-style spray guns with unprecedented control, for hours of pain-free, professional-style spray control. Compared to its competition, CAN-GUN1’s one-size-fits-all FutureLock attachment ring fits all standard spray cans worldwide and requires the lowest amount of effort to attach, spray and remove. CAN-GUN1 may also be custom-colored. In addition, it features the world’s first ergonomic and arthritisfriendly FullGrip trigger, with nearly 3 to 1 leverage, which provides hours of pain-free spraying, the company adds. And, due to CANGUN1’s unique, practical utility, and overall proprietary design, the U.S. Patent Office awarded SafeWorld a U.S. Design Patent. Suggested retail price is $3.99 ea. For technical specifications and more information, visit www.cangun1.com or call SafeWorld at (541) 512-2500. 16

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Eric Chambless, a Gold Wing enthusiast and entrepreneur at heart, says he retired from police work after 20 years and took that opportunity to work for himself, to fix problems, and to address issues “ignored far too long”. To address the nuisance of the clattery noise and deterioration of his Gold Wing trunk, Eric says he formed “The Chambless Group” in early 2009. He designed and manufactured Trattle Runk, an easy “peeln-stick” buffer strip that dampens trunk noise, helps eliminate paint rub, and works to maintain the structural alignment of your Gold Wing trunk lid and cubby doors, he says. “My word and integrity go unchallenged as key elements in building a solid foundation of trust with you,” he says, “and every package is personally inspected by me prior to shipment. I guarantee Trattle Runk for two years against manufacturer’s defects or your money back.” Made and packaged in the USA. For more information, call (817) 301-4741 or visit www.trattlerunk.com.

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GWRRA Takes Part in the “No Phone Zone” Program By Ed Price, GWRRA Marketing Director

GWRRA is pleased to announce it will be participating in the “No Phone Zone” Program, as seen on the popular Oprah Show. One of GWRRA’s Chapter Rider Educators from Chapter D-2 in Indiana, Dave Williams, suggested we try to get as many GWRRA Members, as well as non-Members (from now until September 30, 2010), to sign the “No Phone Zone” pledge. The pledge merely states that you will not drive a vehicle while texting, or otherwise using a cell phone, and that you will encourage others to not talk on a cell phone or text while driving. Or you will use a handsfree device while driving. It also states that, if you must use a cell phone while driving, you will safely pull over to the side of the road. Please remember to sign a pledge form only once! This Program will be run under GWRRA’s Rider Education Program, specifically the Motorist Awareness Division (MAD). Charles Mallett, MAD Director, will oversee the Program and coordinate it through all our Rider Educators, as well as all the other divisions. GWRRA’s goal is to get 100,000 pledges signed. This Program has already kicked off and will have its own table at Wing Ding 32 in Des Moines, Iowa. Please contact Charles at rideaware@yahoo.com to sign up to help get pledges at your events. The more events that have the pledges for our Members and guests to sign, the faster we can reach our goal and maybe even be on The Oprah Show representing GWRRA! To make things easier, we’ve already included below two identical forms for at least two drivers in your household to sign and send in! Thank you Dave and Charles and all the folks who are going to support this lifesaving program!

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I pledge to make my car a No Phone Zone. Beginning right now, I will do my part to help put an end to distracted driving by pledging the safest driving behavior. I commit to:

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Why Should I Take a Rider Course? By Bruce & Melissa Thayer, Former MI Asst. District Rider Educators

hy should I take a Rider Course? For many of us, this question is easy to answer. In fact, what we may not understand is why anyone would even need to ask it.

the technique to use in the first place or just needed the occasional reminder of it. And, after all, who doesn’t need and appreciate a reminder from time to time, especially when it is about something you want to do correctly and safely but may have just forgotten the best method to use.

However, there are some riders in each GWRRA Chapter who, for one reason or another, choose not to participate in an instructed Rider Course. Whether or not you are one of those riders, let’s examine this inaction, try to understand why it occurs, and look at what a Rider Course can do for you. Some riders say, “I’ve been riding for years. I don’t need to take a class.” Others boast about the miles they have accumulated on two wheels and ask, “What can they teach me?” Have you ever thought this yourself and/or tried to persuade someone who has said this that a Rider Course might help them be an even better rider? Oftentimes, the position that particular rider takes can be so negative and so strongly put that you don’t even want to continue talking to them about the benefits of rider training. But remember, sometimes people hide their self doubt behind a curtain of confidence and bluster. After all, is it really possible to have all the knowledge and skill necessary to avoid any and every type of crash? Well, if one chooses not to ride very far or very often, then perhaps it is possible. But we wouldn’t want to bet our lives on that! And think about it, do you remember a single season in your entire riding career without at least one close call or near miss due to another motorist’s driving behavior? How 22

about a single month? As you ride around the state or across the country, you expose yourself to many different situations that require anticipation of all the possible actions of other drivers. You have to be prepared to counter with the proper response—regardless of whatever the other drivers’ actions may be—and do so in just a split second! A motorcycle Rider Course helps prepare you mentally and physically to execute the kinds of maneuvers called for by a driver’s unexpected actions. We look upon these classes as an opportunity to learn and improve our riding skills in a safe environment. The instructors are trained to spot the little techniques during range exercises that riders tend to forget to employ on the road. The instructors provide reminders to all the students in a positive manner. Their trained eyes and constructive comments are geared to put each of us on the path to being the safest riders we can be. This can help with your performance, and attitude, on the road. And being reminded of the best techniques to use to execute different skills does not hurt at all—it is painless. The practice and coaching helps to improve our skills. They do so regardless of whether or not we ever knew

Plus, taking a Rider Course can be downright fun. In athletic training, we are taught that “practice makes perfect”. Well, when you practice something you enjoy doing—like riding—it’s just a lot of fun! And practicing motorcycle riding maneuvers in a closed parking lot with someone else (the instructors) monitoring the range to protect you and the other riders from outside hazards helps you focus all of your attention on the task at hand— becoming a better rider! On another level, taking a Rider Course will help you qualify for advancement in the Rider Education Levels Program, to Level II or above, or keep you current in your present level. And there is one more thing to remember about all GWRRA Rider Course offerings. Nobody fails! Everyone who completes the course receives a course completion card. There are no minimum performance requirements. You are simply asked to push yourself to improve your abilities. So the next time you get the opportunity, why tell yourself all the reasons a Rider Course won’t benefit you and instead tell yourself all the reasons it will benefit you? Remember, practice can make perfect. And you will likely thank yourself later—perhaps even sometime ● and somewhere down the road!

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Cooling Vest Technology Comparison By Steve Quiett, Co-founder of HyperTek Industries, Inc.

Body Cooling Physics 101 These are not scientific definitions but are included for a better understanding of how our body cools and why some types of body cooling vests work better than others. Heat always travels to cold. Understanding this basic principle of physics is important to being able to understand basic body cooling. Convective cooling is when heat is exchanged via air. Common examples include refrigerator cooling and air-conditioned room cooling. Conductive cooling is when heat is exchanged via physical contact with a cooling substance. Common examples include water immersion (jumping into a cold swimming pool) and ice pack therapy for medical purposes. Evaporative cooling is when heat is exchanged via energy generated by the change of phase of a liquid to a gas. Common examples include body sweat evaporating during physical exertion and misting fans. The most energy effective cooling process is conductive heat transfer. To help illustrate this point, imagine being very hot and needing to cool down quickly, you have the choice of: A. Walking into an air-conditioned room with a temperature of 65° F (convective). B. Standing in front of a misting fan (evaporative). C. Jumping into a swimming pool at 65° F (conductive). The choice should be obvious; your body would sharply lower its core temperature if you stayed in the pool for very long. Also consider the fact that you can put your hand into the freezer and keep it there for quite a long time even though the air temperature is around 20° F (convective). Now see how long you can keep your hand in a bucket of ice water with a temperature around 38° F (conductive). Easy to understand and illustrate. Evaporative cooling is the least effective of these due to the fact that the energy exchange is very low. In the above scenario, you would choose the misting fan as the last option. ∆T (pronounced “delta t”) is quite simply the difference in temperature of two related items. A perfect example is the ∆T of an outside temperature of 100° F and an air-conditioned room of 65° F. It would be termed as “the ∆T of 35° F”.

How the Body Cools It is important to understand how the body naturally cools so that you can understand how artificial body cooling fits in. For the sake of argument, we will quote general, and not precise, temperatures. The human body is arguably the most efficient heat pump known to man. Our core temperature maintains an approximate 98° F temperature consistently. This core temperature is maintained and largely created within the cardiovascular cavity, which resides mostly inside the chest cavity. The blood circulates in and out of the cardio-cavity, transferring blood to the outer capillaries and exchanging heat via conduction to the skin. The skin transfers this heat to the outside air via convection. In higher heat environments and/or high levels of activity that cause more heat to be generated internally, the body will produce sweat to evaporate the added heat away from the body. As you can see, the human body incorporates all three aforementioned heat exchange processes with great precision. Focusing on the heat transfer from the body to the ambient environment, one must consider the fact that human skin temperature is actually around 91° F. This creates a ∅T of about 7° F from the core to the skin, which is enough to keep a continual “trickle” cooling of the

body as long as the heat is transferred from the skin to the environment. For this to occur optimally, the effective air temperature must be around 75° F, offering a ∆T of about 16° F. One way to visualize this factor is to consider what temperature you are “comfortable” at when in an air-conditioned room. We are most comfortable when our bodies are giving off heat freely to the environment without the addition of “auxiliary” evaporative cooling (sweat). If you decrease the ∆T between skin temperature and the environment by raising the environment temperature level, the body must resort to sweating to maintain core temp levels. Most people start to sweat in an environment a little over 80° F because there is no longer enough ∆T to extract heat from the body effectively. Vasoconstriction is a condition that must be considered when artificially cooling the body. Vasoconstriction is a body’s physiological response to extreme cold and is dangerous when the body is trying to get rid of heat. It has been scientifically proven that applying conductive or convective cooling at temperatures below 55° F to the human body will cause the capillaries closest to the skin to constrict, cutting off blood flow to that area and effectively insulating the body from the perceived cold climate. This is extremely dangerous and has been known to elevate a person’s core temperature even though they are wearing an artificial cooling system. Ice vest cooling systems are most commonly associated with this condition, which can become dangerous. Acclimation is a condition in which the human body adapts to a certain temperature level. The body accomplishes this acclimation by increasing sweat and by opening capillaries closest to the skin earlier than would normally be expected. There is an extreme amount of controversy regarding acclimation within the safety community when it comes to workers. It is best to keep the explanation as simple as possible. To illustrate true acclimation, consider roofers. Even though they are exposed to the harsh environments during the summer, they have acclimated mostly because they do not wear restrictive safety apparel. It is impossible for a worker donning a hazmat suit to ever acclimate, as that microclimate environment can exceed 140° F within an hour. No physiological response performed by the body can overcome that extreme environment. Acclimation is also extremely subjective to the worker and, even then, consideration must be given to that worker’s day-to-day health conditions.

Role of Personal Protective Apparel in Natural Body Cooling So for the human body to cool effectively on its own, the ambient environment shouldn’t be above 80° F and a large percentage of the body’s skin should be exposed to the air without being exposed to an external heat source like the sun. This probably describes most “white collar” jobs. For everyone else, however, artificial cooling should be considered. The most effective way to control body temperature is always to control the applied environment. Workers performing tasks in an air-conditioned environment will almost never need any further artificial cooling assistance, provided the workers’ bodies are not “cut-off” from the controlled environment via personal protective apparel. The wearing of safety gear which can prohibit air flow over skin— including, of course, while riding one’s motorcycle—creates what is known as a “microclimate” environment. A microclimate environment is the effective air temperature exposed to the human body and confined to

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the close area around the body encapsulated by some type of barrier. For example, a rider in full leathers can sometimes be cooler for a short time more so than a rider in mesh gear if the riding environment (air temperature) is very high. However, a certain amount of “latent heat” buildup will occur within the microclimate of the rider with full leathers. Sometimes the microclimate environment inside full leathers can greatly exceed the ambient environment temperatures due to this factor. Since there is no way to transfer this heat to the outside environment, the heat continues to build within the confines of the protective apparel, causing a complete breakdown of the body’s natural heat transfer capabilities. The only way to address this level of heat buildup within a microclimate environment is to either limit time within that environment or incorporate artificial cooling assistance.

ARTIFICIAL BODY COOLING DEVICES Outside of environment control, there are several technologies utilized to assist the body in its effort to stay cool. Here is a brief explanation and description of these technologies. Only a few of these technologies are suitable for motorcyclists.

ACTIVE BODY COOLING (Also known as Umbilical Systems) Fluid-chilled System: Works by circulating chilled water from an external reservoir through a series of tubes sewn into an underwear-style garment or vest. Requires power source for pump, reservoir of ice and water and operator switching / thermostat control. Most commonly recognized system like this is what the Space Shuttle astronauts wear. Pros: Extremely effective at removing heat from the body Extended duration cooling Custom-fit garments offer small addition to overall profile of wearer Lightweight (less than 2 pounds) if pump and reservoir are remote Cons: Very expensive (most expensive body cooling technology) Custom-fit garments not interchangeable to other wearers Pump system must be powered via electrical plug or battery Battery life relatively short on mobile systems Limited mobility due to umbilical connection to remote reservoir More moving parts to maintain

Air-chilled System: Works by circulating pre-chilled (vortex) air from an external compressor through a vent-channeled garment attached via an air line (aka vortex cooling). Requires remote compressor, air line, and vortex device usually worn on user’s hip at attachment to air line location. Pros: Very effective at removing heat from the body Creates a very comfortable microclimate environment inside suit Long duration cooling Garment is lightweight Cons: Very expensive Mobility is limited and encumbered by the air line Requires electricity and a compressor with high capacity to operate More moving parts to maintain PASSIVE BODY COOLING Ice or Gel Pack Vests: Usually consisting of a torso garment with pockets sewn onto the inside, next to the body, which hold ice or gel packs that must be frozen in a freezer. Body heat is absorbed by the ice packs. Pros: Generally inexpensive Portable; no umbilical device needed

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Rechargeable Cons: Risk of Vasoconstriction Undergarment usually required to protect from frostbite Bulkier to wear than umbilical systems Requires freezer to chill packs (standard charge time 5 hours) Heavy; typical 2-hour cooling duration units weigh 8-plus pounds Limited duration cooling Phase Change Vests: Phase change material (PCM) vests consist of a torso garment similar to ice vests, but the internal pockets are designed to carry PCM packs instead of ice or gel packs. Body heat is absorbed by thermally stable packs at temperatures substantially higher than ice or gel packs. The most common and effective temperature for phase change vests has proven to be 65° F, well above the vasoconstriction level. Pros: Inexpensive Comfortable temperature that can be worn directly against the skin all day without discomfort or fear of frostbite Portable; no umbilical device needed Cooling packs are rechargeable in ice water (20 minutes) or in a refrigerator or freezer (1 hour) Dry technology Lightweight; usually half the weight of similar duration ice/gel vests Specific amount of heat removed from body Spare packs can be stored in ice water for immediate replace ment of “spent” cooling packs Cons: Bulkier to wear than umbilical systems Limited duration cooling—packs must be changed out every hourand-a-half or so to keep wearer cool throughout the day

EVAPORATIVE BODY COOLING Evaporation Vests: Generally a torso garment containing a water absorption material. The garment is soaked in water and then donned. The crystals within the garment swell up and begin to evaporate at a higher than normal level. The process simulates the body’s natural evaporative cooling system as it evaporates the water held within the garment to the atmosphere. This is not a conductive heat transfer but rather a convective heat transfer since the evaporating water actually cools the air between the garment and the wearer. Effectiveness is extremely dependent on ambient humidity levels and does not work under many forms of protective apparel. Pros: Most inexpensive Relatively lightweight Portable; no umbilical device needed Cons: Requires the movement of dry air across vest to be effective Will not work under many forms of protective apparel Won’t work in high humidity Tends to be damp against the body Can cause skin irritation, bacterial growth, mold and odor Cannot determine a specific value for heat removal About the author: Steve Quiett began in this industry in 1994 and has traveled throughout the world teaching about heat stress in the workplace as well as the features and benefits regarding phase change cooling technology. In 2000, he co-founded HyperTek Industries, Inc., which manufactures OEM phase change cooling vests for many customers, including mycoolvest.com and CoolWingRider.com.

Technical Questions and Answers The opinions of the Technical Editor do not necessarily reflect those of the editor(s) or publishers of Wing World Magazine, GWRRA, or their agents.

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

Engine Oil in Air Filter Box I have a 1997 GL1500 Aspencade with 56,533 miles on it. I bought the bike used two years ago with 35,853 miles on it. The records indicate the bike was well-maintained. Recently, I changed the air filter and found small amounts of engine oil in the air filter box and on the main air filter. Is this expected? If not, what would be the likely cause? The only performance problems are as follows: Slight lope at idle under normal temperatures; the right cylinder bank puts small amounts of black soot on the back right portion of the bike when the bike is ridden at freeway speed carrying a passenger; I have to run Sea Foam in the fuel system every 800 miles to keep the lope from getting worse. I have learned a lot and avoided some problems by your column. Thanks. Via email, Stan Burgess Stan, the oil is normal accumulation from the crankcase ventilation system. Not to worry, but drain the condensate tube near the front of the left cylinder head at each oil change. Stu

My Experience with Tire Wear Stu, I was intrigued by your exchange with Jim Dornan in the May 2010 issue of Wing World (page 27) regarding tire wear. For information’s sake, I pass on my own experience. I have a 2008 GL1800 model IIIA (417 lb. factory-recommended weight capacity) that has 29,400 miles on it. I just installed its fourth set of tires, which means I’m getting a steady 9,800 miles per set. Based on past experience with other bikes, including a Honda VTX1800C loaded for touring, this is very reasonable wear for the loads I carry. 26

The first two tire sets were OEM Dunlop D250’s, and the last set was Dunlop Elite III’s, which lasted about the same. I ride until the wear indicators are within 0.5 mm of the tire surface then change tires. I also change tires prophylactically if I’m about to start a trip that I know will be long enough (say 2,000 miles), based on a tread depth measurement, to wear out the tires. I weighed 350 when I bought the bike and am now at 276, and my wife was 155 and is now 140, so you can see the bike has always been overloaded even without luggage. I have experimented with slightly higher tire pressures to improve wear, but all this does is reduce the ground patch which increases wear and cupping. By inference I could theorize that reducing the pressure might improve wear, but that just increases the tires’ running temperature which reduces resistance to puncture and increases the danger of delamination. I conclude that: A) The Honda tire inflation recommendations of 36/41 F/R regardless of load are dead on, and B) 10,000 miles on a set of tires when the bike is at or above the factory load limit is just what you have to expect. Wingers can complain all they want about tire wear, but my VTX1800C only got 9,000/6,000 F/R—and only 4,000 on the rear when I installed the larger 200/60R16! We should count our blessings. Lane Darnton GWRRA #299128 El Segundo, CA Lane, regarding tires and the factors affecting their safety and tread life, I’d say you’re one of the most astute readers who’s ever written me. Have a great summer. Stu

More on Oil Viscosity Hi Stu. In the March 2010 issue of

Wing World (page 38), you said that if the Gold Wing “is an ‘01 to ‘05 model, 10W40 is the recommended viscosity for all conditions. 10W30 is permissible as an alternative up to ambient temperatures of 85 degrees F. If your bike is an ‘06 or later model, 10W30 is the oil recommended for all conditions, and there are no alternative viscosities listed.” I switched to Amsoil synthetic last year. The Amsoil rep recommended 10W30. He said Honda has recommended 10W30 since 2006 and that, since the 1800 engine hasn’t changed, I should also use 10W30 in my 2004. According to him, Honda has updated their recommended viscosity. In addition, the Amsoil bottle has a picture of a Gold Wing 1800 on the front, which he says further confirms that 10W30 is now the proper viscosity to use in all 1800s. Am I okay running 10W30 in my 2004 Gold Wing? Thank you. Paul Cuddy GWRRA #314064 Woodbridge, ON, Canada Paul, I tend to agree with the Amsoil rep that the engines haven’t undergone any internal changes warranting the use of 10W40 in the older models if 10W30 is the newer recommendation. However, I don’t know that for a fact, and I suspect he doesn’t either. Using his company’s bottle as evidence of Honda’s official line on this is patently ridiculous. I’ll get an answer for you from American Honda as soon as possible. In the meantime, I’d suggest using the viscosity recommended in the owners manual for your particular model year. Stu

Oil for an ’06 Hi Stu. I have never written you before but, to steal a line from everyone else, your department of the magazine is the first I read each month. I remember reading the March 2010 issue and thought that the suggestion of 10W30 (“Question About Oil Change”, page 38) was incorrect. Now I just received my May 2010 issue and read the section Wing World

where Bill Duvall is talking about oil viscosity (“Oil Viscosity”, page 26). You wrote that you were looking at a manual from an ’06 and it indicates 10W30. I have an ’06, and on page 154 of my manual it indicates 10W40. So we seem to have a bit of a contradiction here in manuals. I have attached a picture of my manual’s page 154 for you to see. Thanks for all your technical knowledge. I wish I lived near you in case the bike ever needed any major repairs. Take care and ride safe! Scott Silverberg GWRRA 122100 Barrie, ON, Canada

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Scott, I’ve received no less than a dozen emails just like yours. My requests to American Honda for clarification have gone unanswered, so let’s discuss the issue. The picture that appeared in a previous “Workbench” was taken from the electronic version of Honda’s 2006-2008 GL1800 service CD/owners manual/parts fiche. That CD was obviously produced well after the 2006 model year, and it lumps all three year models into one owners manual. Anyone owning one of these models and having the original owners manual for it can’t go wrong by following the advice in their manual regarding oil viscosity. What do I think is really going on here? The electronic manual for pre-2006 Wings lists 10W40 as the primary oil with 10W30 permissible up to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. In the 2006-2008 manual I drew information from, 10W30 is shown as the primary oil. However, in a chart on the following page, both 10W30 and 10W40 are shown as approved viscosities for all operating temperatures. So take your pick. My hunch is that though 10W40 does a fine job, Honda may have discovered 10W30 is more than adequate to protect this engine under all operating temperatures and may also increase fuel mileage while reducing internal engine temperatures. Stu

Radio Off Even Though Not Shut Off Stu, I have an ’09 ABS, and this winter it sat for, at the most, two weeks. It did not have a battery tender on it. On three occasions when I started the bike, the radio was off yet I don’t shut it off when I shut down the bike. There was no problem with starting, and all other items left on were on (i.e., NAVI and ICOM). The radio turned on with no problem. The first time it happened, I drove to July 2010

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work approximately 12 miles and let it sit for about nine hours. When I started it, the radio was off again. It just shuts off and doesn’t lose the presets but does go to the AM mode. I took it to the dealer and the tech couldn’t find anything wrong. That was pretty much what I figured since it is intermittent. I just wanted to get it noted in the maintenance record. He said the battery had 50 percent of its life left, and I think the battery should have been well charged by the time I got to the dealer since he’s almost 150 miles away. Any clue what could be happening? Thanks. Don Williams GWRRA #307515 Manhattan, KS Don, the problem with your radio is one I haven’t seen before. There are two large wire plugs entering the radio from the bottom, and it’s possible that one or both aren’t snapped firmly into their holders. Especially if the top shelter has ever been removed for maintenance, that’s the first place I’d look. Documenting the problem and the mileage at which it occurred was a good idea. Because your presets aren’t dis-

turbed and the bike starts easily, I don’t suspect a battery problem. Stu

No Heated Seat Equals No Heated Grips Stu, thanks for a great column each month and your service to us all. I purchased a 2007 GL1800 with 7,000 miles and installed an Ultimate King Seat. They didn’t offer a seat heater option. Come cold weather, I discovered that the grip heaters did not work either. I asked my dealer to check them out and was told that the grip and seat heaters “are on the same circuit” and so neither will work unless both are present. He also said we could not fashion a “cheater plug” to satisfy the circuit. We attempted transferring the heating element from the OEM seat but were unable to do so. Stu, I can live without the heated seat but really would like to have the heated grips. Can you offer any suggestions on how to activate them? Thanks. Larry L. Stone GWRRA #307788 Bluefield, WV

Larry, the components in the Comfort Package can’t be ordered a la carte (except as repair parts) and can’t be used separately. I wish folks would think to ask the questions before finding this out the hard way. The only suggestion I could offer would be to purchase a variable heat controller from Hot Grips and connect it to your existing heated grips after disconnecting them from the OEM circuitry. Stu Okay. Thanks. At least I now know where I stand. As for figuring this out the “hard way”, I agree. But I must add that nothing in my experience would have provoked such a question. Until now! Larry PS: I managed to tease the heating elements away from the Honda seat and transfer them to the Utopia. It took me most of two days, but all elements now work and so do my grip heaters. Thanks again for your help. Larry, necessity is indeed the mother of invention. Good work. Stu

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Rear Shock for 1800 Stu, last summer you had a class at the Region rally in Las Vegas. You talked about the proper rear shock adjustment and the need to replace the rubber hoses to the shock. I came home and checked mine out and they start compressing at about 20, so I rode my bike all summer cranked up all the way. My questions are: Where can we get the braided hoses, and are there instructions on how to install them? Is this something better done at a certified shop, or is this something I can do with a good amount of mechanical ability? DeLynn Sorensen GWRRA #275480 Cedar City, UT Del, if your shock motor doesn’t begin loading until #20, then you have an essentially non-functional rear suspension adjuster. I’d consider your situation a safety hazard. The stainless, braided hose is available from Traxxion Dynamics, and no instructions are provided. My opinion is that it’s not something the average person can install properly him or herself, even with a good amount of mechanical ability—”properly” being the operative word. Because the entire shock, including adjuster, is considered a single part with no service parts available, there’s been no training or service literature provided to Honda technicians. I doubt they’d touch it. And if they did, the outcome may not be to your satisfaction. If you have the ability to pull out your bike’s fuel tank and remove the entire shock/hose/motor assembly, I may be able to help you. Stu

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Reverse Problem Hi Stu, I have recently converted my 1990 Gold Wing to a trike with a California Side Car conversion kit. Now I have noticed problems with reverse—I’m not able to back up over a one-inch step in my driveway where I back into my garage. I have been really disappointed with the mileage since the conversion and called the factory; I was told that they use a Ford rear end with a 4.0 ratio. This lower ratio (I would have thought) should allow easier low-end torque (as in reverse). My call to the local Honda shop was answered with the suggestion of either a “stronger” starter or a “bigger” battery, or both. My neighbor has recently purchased a used 2008 trike (Honda 1800 with California Side Car conversion) with the July 2010

same problem. Can you make any suggestions that might be of help? By the way, I love your column. It’s always the first thing I read. Keep up the great work! Via email, James Van Holten James, to prevent damage to the starter motor as well as various gears, shafts, and other parts of the reverse system, the reverse systems in both the GL1500 and GL1800 are designed to stop if the load on the system becomes excessive. These bikes (in standard form) can therefore not back up on a steep incline. But when a Wing is converted to a trike, the weight of the vehicle is increased considerably. And that increases the electrical current necessary to operate reverse under all conditions—steep incline or not. That’s why your trike is having difficulty. You might try using the throttle to increase engine rpm (and therefore, battery voltage) while using reverse. If that doesn’t help, I’m afraid this may be one of the consequences of significantly modifying the Wing’s chassis. Stu

Trouble Starting My ’98 Hello Stu, I have read your articles for awhile now and never asked for advice, but now I need your help. I have a 1998 SE with which I am having issues, at times, with it not starting. It turns over fine but just won’t start. I took it to a local shop and, of course, it didn’t act up for them. They tested the battery and it tested fine, but they can’t figure out what the issue is. I have noticed this problem since it has gotten colder out, but there have even been some 50 degree F days that I went out to start it and it just turns over and won’t start. There are times I can start it without the choke on but, of course, it won’t stay running due to it not being warmed up. Once it does decide to start, it runs fine and starts up every time while it’s warm. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks. Via email, Tommy Hensler Tommy, do you own a volt meter that you could hook to the battery and give me some voltage readings? Stu Stu, I can get one. What readings do you need? I know the shop tested the bat-

tery and said it tested like it was a new one. I tested the battery in cold weather, and the volts tested 11.2. And when we cranked it, it tested 10.2. Not sure if this will help you. Thanks. Tommy Tommy, that’s not testing like a new one. The battery voltage should read at least 12.6 volts before you turn on the key and stay above 10.5 volts while cranking. If it only reads 11.2 volts with the key turned off, that battery is either badly discharged, or it’s sulfated. I believe that if you hook up some jumper cables between your bike and your car, you’ll find that the bike starts easily. Of course, I have no way to examine your bike, so I could be off base. Stu

Stuck Trunk Stu, like L.E. Schwering (“Workbench”, July 2007) and George Schweiz (“Workbench”, November 2007), I followed your excellent video when changing the brake fluid on my 1994 GL1500I. And like them both, I either didn’t heed, or missed, the caution on your DVD. In other words, I closed the trunk shut and now it will not open.

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After numerous attempts with the coat hanger, I’ve had no luck. If I only knew approximately where the rod was that I am trying to grab, I could probably grab it. Also, can you tell me where to stick the coat hanger? Is there a diagram showing where the rod is located in relation to the pull tabs under the trunk when you are looking up? A picture or drawing would be nice. (As a side note, neither of the Honda dealers I went to had any idea how to get it open.) Any help would be appreciated. Connie Hahn GWRRA #147942 Aiken, SC

and yet how simple was the solution. I mention this in the event of someone else having the same problem. The second issue I have had was that, shortly after purchasing the bike, I started having problems with the left saddlebag not opening. I had the unit in for service on a couple of occasions and it would work for awhile then start failing to release again. Not being able to resolve this, I felt I was going to have to live with it. Then, while talking to a fellow rider one day, he said that he had heard that Honda had a solution to the problem. I have approached five different deal-

erships, and only two were able to find anything on this fix. Apparently they have a new latch, but I am unable to determine if it is the saddlebag latch or the rear trunk latch. Honda will not do anything for me since it is off warranty, and I am reluctant to have one of their service centers work on it as I am afraid of what the bill might be. Have you heard of anyone else having this problem and which latch they replaced? Now, the last issue has to do with my reverse light. Sometimes when I power up, the bike reverse light will come on and flash. I can turn the ignition off and back

Connie, the rod runs left to right, about 1/2” below the seam between trunk lid and trunk. Look up between the three levers with a flashlight, and I think you’ll see it. Hook a piece of coat hanger over it, pull the center lever down and hold it down, then yank the rod down. The trunk lid should pop. When you reassemble the latch to the inner trunk, the release tabs must be above that rod. One piece of advice, whether you’re using the service manual, my DVDs, or both—take your time, and view (or read) the entire procedure before starting the work. Refresh your memory as necessary along the way. More information is usually preferable to less. Stu

2002 Gold Wing Troubles Hi Stu, I have wanted to write to you for some time regarding problems with my 2002 Gold Wing. My delay has been in the hopes of seeing someone else write in with the same problems and you having the answers. I have had the bike into the service shop several times, and they have been unable to resolve these problems. I have grown very frustrated with the service I have received. It seems that, whenever I have a problem, the mechanic has not had experience with my type of problem and has to be trained at my expense. Recently, my high beam driving light chose to operate erratically. I took the bike in for service to have this problem fixed. After being charged in excess of $200, I was told they spent time searching for the problem and could not find anything. So, with a friend, I started playing around with switches and we discovered that my starter switch was not returning to its neutral position and was keeping the light circuit open. How frustrating this was, July 2010

on, and it will continue to flash. Then all of a sudden, when I power up, everything is okay. When it’s flashing, the cruise will not work. I have been left stranded on three occasions by trying to get it to stop flashing through a series of power off and on, engaging and disengaging the reverse switch, and rocking the shifting lever. Some combination of these things has ended up locking up the transmission, and it takes a combination of the same to finally get the transmission to unlock. Most of the time, with the exception of the cruise when the light is flashing, the unit will operate fine. Can you give me any suggestions on what might be the cause of this, and is there anything that I should be concerned about with the safety of operating the bike with the light flashing? Thanks for any advice that you can give me. Dell Steeves GWRRA #174779 Peachland, BC, Canada Del, regarding the blinking reverse light, either you or your dealer can check the operation of the reverse shift relay system by following the procedures beginning on page 19-34 in the ‘01 to ‘05 service manual. That’s the most likely trouble spot. As for the saddlebag problem—yes, there’s a TSB covering the trunk opener mechanism. But the TSB addresses problems with 2006 models (though your bike may have the same problem). On the early models such as yours, I’ve often found that lubing the bag lid gaskets with silicone spray and adjusting the tension of the release cable solves these issues. Stu

Question on Oil Level Good morning, Stu, hope you had a good weekend. I have a question about my oil level. I work overseas, which requires me to park my ’97 Honda Gold Wing for about 32 days while I am gone. Before I leave, I put the battery on a battery tender, check the tire pressure in the front and rear tires, check the fluid levels (especially the oil level), and then cover it for the month. When I leave, the oil level is always where it should be, just below the full mark on the dipstick. Here is the issue: When I come home and do the T-CLOCS on the bike, the oil level doesn’t even register on the dipstick. I have asked two different Honda shop service managers, and they were not sure 32

why it didn’t register. I would appreciate it if you could provide me some information on where the oil is because, after I start the bike and let it warm up, the oil level comes back to where it is supposed to be. I also need to find out if there is a way on the ’97 models to pre-lube the engine, so to speak, before I start it up dry. It is my understanding that there is a way to do so, but I have yet to figure out how to do it or how this would work. Any information you can provide me on these two issues would be great. Thanks, and have a great day. Via email, Al Koke Al, before checking the oil level on your GL1500, your owners manual instructs you to first run the engine for a few minutes, then stop the engine, and put the bike on its center stand on level ground. If you follow that procedure, the “lost” oil will magically reappear. Stu

Fuel Economy Stu, I purchased a used 2001 Gold Wing with 40,000 Km. It runs great; however, I have only been getting approximately 250 Kms per tankful of regular unleaded gas. Other Gold Wing riders in my Chapter are getting at least 100-200 Kms more than I am, even riding two-up. I ride light and mostly 5 to 10 Kms over posted speeds. Soot was appearing on the tips of my right side exhaust. I took it to a local dealer to get it checked out. They changed out one injector and installed a K&N air filter that I supplied. They also checked the oxygen sensor. I’ve ridden about 1,500 Kms since then, but the fuel economy has not changed. The soot has disappeared, and it seems to have the same power, etc., as other Gold Wings that I ride with. Any suggestions? Ried Penner GWRRA #281482 Blackfalds, Alberta, Canada Ried, describing fuel economy in terms of kilometers per tankful tells me nothing unless I knew that the other riders rode the exact same number of miles and how much fuel each had consumed. How much is “a tankful”? Instead, divide the number of kilometers (or miles) ridden by the number of liters (or gallons) required to refill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. The first suggestion I’d make is to reinstall an original style air filter. No, that Wing World

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won’t increase your fuel mileage. But there are other advantages. The second thing is to have the dealer check the fuel pressure. And ask them to check it at idle rpm, with the vacuum line on the regulator and undisturbed (not pinched shut as the manual instructs). You’re looking for around 42 psi at idle. If it’s higher than that, they should examine the fuel return line for pinching or kinking, and replace the regulator if no fuel line issues are found. Yes, I realize the manual says to pinch closed the vacuum line and look for 50 psi at idle. But that merely simulates Wide Open Throttle conditions. It has no bearing on what normal operating fuel pressure will be at lower throttle settings. It only shows whether the regulator is capable of retaining adequate pressure at full load. If the idle fuel pressure is okay (42 psi), then they can test the regulator’s maximum pressure setting using the technique described in the manual, or simply by whacking the throttle full open and noting the pressure increase. If fuel pressure has proven to not be an issue here, install the oxygen sensor replacement kit according to TSB GL1800/A #7 dated October, 2001. I know you said they checked the oxygen sensors, but it’s not possible to check those sensors properly with anything other than a digital storage oscilloscope, regardless of what the service manual may indicate. And no dealership I’m aware of owns such a scope or has knowledge of sensor cross counts or rise time requirements—the manual doesn’t even address those things. The FI light on the ‘01 GL1800 responds only to a failure in either the heater or sensing circuits, not to degraded sensor performance. And degraded sensor performance is undetectable with a voltmeter unless the sensor output voltage is nearly constant. Considering your symptoms, if fuel pressure isn’t an issue, I’m almost certain that the O2 sensor TSB referenced above will restore your lost fuel economy. Stu

the noise went away. When I had to stop, the squealing came back and then, when released, it would do it again. I took it to the dealer, and he replaced the rear brake pads. With that done, I had to bring it back again the next week for the same thing. He replaced the front brake pads and blasted my right rear drum or rotor. The following week, I brought it back to him again. He sanded the rotor but to no avail. Now that I called him yet again, he is waiting for a spray to put on the brakes and said this spray should do it. After 24,000 miles, we can’t figure out what is making this humming sound or

loud squealing sound when stopping or starting. Can you help? Neil Wilkening GWRRA #293586 Indianapolis, IN Neil, because I can’t evaluate your problem from a computer keyboard, I’ll suggest having your dealer contact Lehman Trikes for assistance. The problem may not even be related to the brakes. The noise may be due to a problem with one of the axle bearings. Stu ●

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LEDS, CHROME, AND CLEANERS

GALORE! By Dean Scott, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

We all know many Wingers love things that are shiny and bright—or things that make things shiny and bright—on their bikes. From LEDs to chrome to products that clean and shine, we just can’t seem to get enough of the “wow factor” when it comes to our luxurious riding machines. In fact, some would say LEDs were created just for Gold Wings! Though we can’t verify that fact, we do know that, according to one manufacturer, at least one of this article’s subjects was created specifically for Gold Wings. “Spray cleaner polish was originally developed for Gold Wings and is well known under the Honda label,” says Original Bike Spirits. (Today the company says that Honda no longer carries the cleaner but that they use the same formula and “have kept the heritage by beginning our brand name with ‘Original’”). To learn more about LEDs, chrome, and cleaners, we asked several manufacturers and distributors to tell us more about some of the most recent changes in their industries’ design strategies, materials, and manufacturing. We also asked them what inspired them to develop their products in the first place and to give us insight into possible safety factors they may offer. Here’s what they had to say. (After which, we’ll present one of their products, accompanied by their comments about it.) Why not take a peek—especially at all the new LED breakthroughs? After all, the world’s largest Gold Wing trade show—at Wing Ding—is fast approaching!

LED COMPANIES: Electrical Connection: [We were motivated to] develop lighting products for motorcycles with less available alternator output or reduce existing loads. The Mini LED Projectors are 1 watt LEDs; billet aluminum housing; 0.15 amp draw per pair (yes, 0.15 per pair!).

Boogey Lights: The positive safety factor of LED accent lighting is widely known. This product dramatically increases rider visibility at night. Brite Lites: With the flexible LED strip, we are basically printing circuit board components without using a printed circuit board. It is the first time such a process has been used, and it allows for a super slim and flexible circuit.

PIAA: Super-bright LEDs look great and work well as daytime running lights, allowing traffic to see you better. We are a market-driven company, and the market was looking for high quality LED driving lights.

CHROME COMPANIES: Küryakyn: Manufacturing [certain items] from a lightweight, durable ABS plastic—then having them chromed and using a 3M VHB adhesive—drastically cuts down installation time. It also allows you to dress up areas of your bike that were not possible just a few short years ago.

Cowhide Covers: The swivel hitch ball is economical and an ingenious device that allows the ball to remain upright at all times while the bike leans into tight turns, which creates less drag on the bike.

Big Bike Parts: We took the most comfortable grip on the market and embedded our exclusive heating elements into the rubber inner sleeve. Then we designed a control system for easy use, whether wearing gloves or not. Add On: The motorcycle market definitely needs less expensive OEM replacement parts for the older bikes. We specialize in Gold Wing parts and, since there are still lots of GL1500 bikes out there, we feel there’s still a need for new parts for these great bikes.

CLEANER COMPANIES: Original Bike Spirits: Ours is especially handy when on a trip where you need to periodically clean up bugs, etc. Any rider who has been around for awhile has heard about our formulation; what they may not know is that it is still available under the Original Bike Spirits brand. Luster Care Products: All new products for 2010 and 2011 are made based on information gained from events like this (Wing Ding) as to the specific needs of our customers.

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LEDs Boogey Lights’ Fireworks Ultimate, Multi-color Flexible LED Strips “We’ve been working for a few years on a multi-color product that is as bright as our single-color products. We now have that product in our Fireworks Ultimate flexible multi-color LED strips. This brightness is a major breakthrough for a multi-color product. Plus, it’s easily hidden.” [MSRP Do-it-yourself kits from $150, (800) 846-1382, www.boogey.com]

Brite Lites’ Accent Lite Strip Kit – Multi Pak “We use a unique and innovative process of adhering a flat square LED to copper ribbon, coated with a thin layer of vinyl to keep the strip thin and flexible. It’s the thinnest LED strip made. This kit is new this year and the first to be ultra-thin and flexible; you can place it on gentle radius curves.” [MSRP $59.95 for a 4-piece kit, (612) 812-5191, www.BriteLites.net]

Cycle Concepts, LLC’s Radiantz LED Lighting “A couple of reasons to use our Radiantz Flex Arrays is their flexibility and the ability to re-use any portion of the LED strip that is cut off. This gives the customer the ability to have that custom length needed for any motorcycle.” [MSRP $40 & up, (615) 896-8822, www.CycleConceptsLLC.com]

Electrical Connection’s Mini LED Projectors “These lights easily flow with the lines of the bikes and provide the best lighting output for the dollar spent. They are a smaller size with a higher light output. These 1-watt LEDs have only a 0.15 amp draw per pair! We will [soon] have Gold Wing specific kits for GL1500s and GL1800s.” [MSRP $149.95, (865) 219-9192, www.electricalconnection.com]

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JD Custom Lighting’s Multi Mote “We offer a new multi-function remote that makes lights flash fade and controls brightness of lights. We wanted people to be seen at night, and this allows a rider the ability to use the lights as warning lights on the side of the road (by making them flash). We wanted to assist the rider on this safety issue.” [MSRP $99.95, (888) 537-5444, www.jdcustomlighting.com]

Motorcyclelights’ Waterproof LED Strip “Our LED controllers are 12 VDC to 24 VDC, giving higher reliability. Our LED strips are waterproof and fuel-proof, guaranteed for continuous immersion. They’re also heat resistant and have a small profile (.43” wide, .17” thick). You can select the colors you want at the touch of the controller.” [MSRP Single-Color Waterproof LED Strip, $9.95/ft; Waterproof RGB LED Strip, $10.95/ft, (260) 693-0772, www.motorcyclelights.com]

PIAA Corporation Inc.’s Deno 2 and Deno 6 LED Daytime Running Lamps “This is a new product for 2010, and there is nothing quite like the Deno 2 and Deno 6 on the market. They are super-bright LEDs with a honeycomb-designed reflector. Their small and compact designs allow for multiple mounting locations.” [MSRP Deno 2, $105.50; Deno 6, $114.95, (800) 525-7422, www.piaapowersports.com]

Super Bright LEDs WFLS Series Flexible Light Strips, WFLS-x30 “It’s now offered in 1/2 meter, 1 meter, and 5 meter lengths and is also available in an RGB color changing version. It draws just 140 mA at 12 volts, has a 180-degree beam pattern, and has the ability to be cut every 2 inches, which allows different color strips to be spliced together for a truly unique look.” [MSRP $11.95 – $14.95, (314) 972-6200, www.superbrightleds.com]

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Add On Inc.’s GL1500 Chrome Rear Side Covers

Brookside Import Specialties’ S100 Cycle Care Products

“Parts for older bikes are getting harder to come by, not to mention very expensive. The Gold Wing riders are our business, and we are motivated by them and their bikes. There’s nothing available like this in aftermarket right now. If you need to replace the covers, the only thing available is OEM.” [MSRP $17.95 per pair, (508) 791-7552 or (800) 821-9861, www.addonaccessories.net]

Big Bike Parts’ Heated Comfort Grips “The request for our Comfort Heated Grips to fit all Gold Wings has been overwhelming, so we’ve added the last model to fit GL1200, GL1500, GL1800, both with OEM Heated Grips and without. They’re CNC machined with brilliant chrome finish; the most comfortable grip available; quick install; and variable control, which allows almost unlimited heat settings.” [MSRP $129.95 – $189.95, (800) 826-2411, www.bigbikeparts.com]

“We’re the sole importer of S100 Cycle Care Products. When S100 Total Cycle Cleaner reached North America in 1985, it created an overnight sensation. What once took hours of scrubbing and wiping was reduced to 15 minutes; just spray on and touch the really tough stains with a sponge; available in aerosol or liquid.” [MSRP Special Surfaces Cleaner, $9.95; Detail + Wax, $8.95; Total Cycle Cleaner (various sizes) $7.95 - $49.95, (203) 488-6569, www.S100.com]

Flitz International, LTD’s Cycle2Go Kit “Our polish is non-abrasive, easy to use, and has environmentally safe chemicals put together in assortments to benefit metals’ maintenance and preservation. The Cycle2Go Kit includes everything you need to keep your bike polished, shiny and looking its best.” [MSRP $19.99-$21.99, (800) 558-8611, www.flitz.com]

Cowhide Covers’ Chrome Swivel Hitch Ball “Our focus is on bringing new products to the Gold Wing community not commonly found on every other website. Our newest product is the chrome swivel hitch ball, which allows you to make tight turns on your bike while allowing the trailer to follow with the least amount of resistance on your trailer ball.” [MSRP $79 plus shipping, (210) 834-5868, www.cowhidecovers.com]

Küryakyn’s Windshield Trim with Turn Signal Accents for GL1800 “We’re offering more products that are very simple for anyone to install. We don’t believe that individualizing your bike should be difficult, and much of what we make can be installed at home by anyone with basic hand tools. We use lightweight materials, such as plastic, that adhere to the bike using 3M VHB adhesive and, once cured, will not come off.” [MSRP $199.99, (866) 277-9598, www.kuryakyn.com]

Luster Care Products LLC’s Deep 6 Cream Wax “All formulas are those of Luster Care Products. We have been in the industry for 30-plus years and have tried it all. When we first started using Luster Lace, we couldn’t believe our eyes. We then bought the company with the intent of letting everyone know just what we’d discovered!” [MSRP $16.50, (314) 521-2884, www.lusterlace.com]

Original Bike Spirits’ Spray Cleaner Polish “Ours is a special blend of components specifically designed to clean and protect virtually all parts of the motorcycle (without having to wash it first). This is all put into an aerosol can for ease of dispensing and storage in saddlebags, carriers, etc. The advantage is that you don’t need 3-plus [different products] to clean your bike.” [MSRP $6.95-$9.95, (866) 854-0895, www.originalbikespirits.com] ●

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WHAT KIND OF GASOLINE SHOULD I USE IN MY WING? By Howard Halasz, Wing World Technical Contributor, with an extended excerpt by Randall Washington of Randakk’s Cycle Shakk

One of the most common questions I’ve been asked while conducting Gold Wing Q&A seminars at Wing Ding is, “What kind of gasoline should I use?” The best answer to that question can probably be found in your Honda Gold Wing Owners Manual. (You know, that little booklet that we seldom open.) All Honda Gold Wings from 1975 to the present time are designed to use regular grade 87 octane gasoline. As of this writing (in 2009), all gasoline refined is unleaded gasoline. If you totally insist on using premium grade gasoline, chances are that the only thing you’ll harm is your pocketbook. I challenge you to take this simple test: Fill your tank with the highest octane premium gasoline. Reset your trip odometer to zero. Ride your Gold Wing until the reserve indicator light comes on. Take a pencil and a piece of paper and write down the figure on your trip odometer. Then refill your tank with the same brand gasoline, but this time with Honda’s recommended regular grade 87 octane gasoline. Once again, reset your trip odometer to zero. Ride your Gold Wing until the reserve indicator light comes on.

Take a pencil and a piece of paper and write down the figure on your trip odometer. Now compare the two figures that you wrote down. It will be quite obvious that you were able to travel farther with the regular grade 87 octane gasoline than you were with the highest octane premium gasoline.

What Brand, Etc., Should I Use?

What brand gasoline should I use? I highly recommend that you stay away from the non-name brand gasoline frequently found at small convenience stores. I prefer name brands such as Shell, Exxon, Texaco, Mobil, Citgo, Chevron, Sunoco, Phillips 66, Conoco, Amoco, Arco, Sohio (Standard Oil of Ohio), Union 76, Marathon, BP, and Sinclair. To my knowledge, no Honda Gold Wing was ever designed to burn E85 gasoline, which is 15% gasoline and 85% ethanol (aka “Ever Clear”), the same stuff we mix with fruit punch to give it that extra punch. There are several recent-year model

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cars that can burn E85, but using E85 in your Gold Wing, particularly the 1975-2000 models, can cause severe engine damage. It is still questionable whether gasoline with 10% ethanol is the cause of deteriorating rubber parts in the 1984-2000 carbureted Gold Wings. However, since the addition of ethanol to gasoline, I’ve replaced several carburetor throttle slides on GL1200 and GL1500 Gold Wings, including my own 1994 Aspencade. The diaphragms developed hairline cracks, wrinkles, and vacuum leaks, causing poor performance at midrange and high speeds. The following excerpt is what noted classic Gold Wing expert Randall Washington, of Randakk’s Cycle Shakk in Chapel Hill, North Carolina (http://www.randakks.com), had to share concerning the types of fuel to use or not use:

“More on Fuel And Fuel Additives —Fear the Corn?”

WARNING: CONTROVERSIAL MATERIAL! “I grew up in a farm family in the South, so I’m very fond of corn. Of course I like grits, but my favorite form of corn is highquality bourbon! I have personally benefited from crop subsidies and understand the benefit of the emerging ethanol (made from corn) fuel market to corn farmers. I am sympathetic to their issues. However, I feel that ethanol makes a lousy fuel for internal combustion engines. In fact, lots of folks think corn is the leastpromising bio-fuel of all. Unfortunately, this horse has left the barn—ethanol as a motor fuel is here to stay. There is some slight advantage in reduced carbon monoxide with ethanol/gasoline blends. However, there are better strategies to achieve this worthy goal without making life miserable for vintage motorcycle owners. The issue is inherently controversial and complicated by various political, economic, social, environmental and agricultural policy issues. No matter—the ethanol lobby has done their job, and we’re now all forced to enjoy the consequences of a swift march to ethanol! Not only will you pay more for food products (due to competition for corn), your carbureted engines will not run as well as they should. Now I’m not a chemist, but I am very concerned about the quality of fuel sold today. Most markets in the U.S. now sell an E10 blend (10% ethanol) year-round. Depending on local regulations, this information may or may not be revealed at the pump. Typically, this blend is marketed as “gasoline”, which it is certainly not! And in some markets, the ethanol concentration is even higher for

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“seasonal” summer blends. I don’t think it is ethical for oil companies to sell “gasoline” that is diluted with any percentage of ethanol without full disclosure—no matter what local regulations allow! None of this is good for vintage carbureted motorcycle engines...especially those with ultra-small idle passages, such as the GL1000, GL1100, GL1200, CBX and CX500. [In fact, there was] a summary of problems associated with fuels oxygenated with ethanol (like E10) documented in several technical papers by [a leading name-brand oil company]. I believed this was credible information, and I agreed with the conclusions. However, [in June of 2008,] I noticed that [the oil company] had retracted those white papers from their website! Still, similar informaiton is published at http://www.fueltestkit.com by Fuel Testers. Some of their summations are as follows, with my remarks added: 1. Ethanol has less “energy” than gasoline, so fuel mileage is slightly reduced: My own experience with ethanol blends has demonstrated this beyond a doubt. 2. Fuel Degradation: Oxygenated gasoline oxidizes and forms gums and deposits more rapidly than “pure” gasoline. These deposits wreak havoc on the internal passages in carburetors. The storage life of ethanol/gasoline blends is reduced.

3. Moisture Attraction: Ethanol attracts water. Lightly used, carbureted engines with small passages (like the GL1000) are prone to internal corrosion when stale, moistureladen fuel sits in the bowls. 4. Fuel Tank Layering Effect: Gas-ethanol blends absorb water. The water may be condensed out of the ambient air or be residual contamination in the fuel tank. If enough water is absorbed, the fuel will tend to separate into two liquid phases—a top phase of nearly pure gasoline (and oil, in the case of 2-cycle fuel) and a bottom phase of water and alcohol. This water-laden mixture will make the engine difficult or impossible to start. To

solve the problem, the separated mixture must be replaced with fresh gasoline...no fun at all. 5. Lean-out Effect: Oxygenated gasoline results in a leaner air-fuel mixture. This will corrupt the perfect air-fuel mixture calibrations designed into your bike by Honda. The leaning effect will also tend to make the engine run hotter than normal. In extreme cases, engine damage can result. 6. Vapor Lock Problems: “Vapor lock” results from fuel vaporization, which can make an engine stop during operation in extreme cases. It usually manifests itself as very hard starting when the engine is fully warm on a very hot day. Vapor lock prevents normal output from the fuel pump since it’s designed to pump liquid, not vapor. Gasoline blended with ethanol increases the likelihood of vapor lock. 7. Materials Incompatibility: Older engines, such as those of vintage motorcycles, have experienced many problems with rubber parts (fuel pump diaphragms, needle valve tips and seats, fuel lines, gaskets, etc.) when first exposed to oxygenated gasoline. Replacement fuel system parts (such as all of the products available from Randakk’s Cycle Shakk) have been engineered to be compatible with oxygenated gasoline. 8. Solvent Effect: Oxygenated gasoline may loosen deposits from fuel system surfaces (especially fuel tanks) because it is a better solvent than conventional gasoline. The suspended solids can plug the fuel filter and carburetor passages. This is most likely to occur when older equipment is first fueled with an oxygenated gasoline. On the plus side, a pristine-clean fuel system will stay cleaner using fuel blended with ethanol.

What about E85?

Higher concentrations of ethanol are known to cause disintegration of rubber components. E85 (85% ethanol) must absolutely be avoided and not used under any circumstances...even emergencies. It will ruin the rubber fuel system components in any vehicle that is not certified as a “Flex Fuel” vehicle.

So What Can You Do?

Even if you disagree with my views on ethanol, here’s some solid advice on managing the fuel in your bike’s tank: • Use a fuel stabilizer (like Sta-Bil) year-round in every tank! Stuff happens, and you never know when the last ride of the season will be. • Run your motorcycle to a full heat cycle (until the radiator fan comes on) each time you ride it. Having fresh fuel flow regularly through fully warm passages is the best defense to keep them clear. • Ride your motorcycle frequently and for long distances whenever possible. Lightly used bikes have more problems with oxygenated fuel. • Get a heated vest, winter gloves, and perhaps a windshield to extend your riding season. The less your bike sets, the better! • Keep your tank fuel full when the bike is parked (reduces water absorption). • Use regular grade fuel...not premium. Regular is somewhat less volatile than premium and resists a bit longer going stale. Besides, unless you have a modified engine, you’re wasting your money on premium. If your bike knocks and pings on regular and seems to run better on premium, then you probably have a carbon buildup on the top end that needs attention. Avoid octane booster products as well. • Pros and cons on this one, but here’s my advice: Don’t drain the fuel bowls during a typical winter lay-up of 3-6 months. I believe you are better protected from problems by having the carb bowls full of stabilized fuel for short lay-ups like this. Longer lay-ups 44

are a different matter however. • Replace the fuel in your fuel tank with fresh fuel in the spring (you can put the old fuel in your truck...it’s much larger tank will allow it to digest 5 gallons of stale fuel with minimal protest). • Buy the best brand of gasoline you can find. Never buy gas when the fuel tanker is unloading. • DON’T BE TEMPTED TO USE E85 (85% ETHANOL) FUEL UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE. When the first E85 station in my area opened, it was a gas station I used a lot. For fear of a tanker truck fueling mistake, I then made plans to avoid that station completely.”

Mmm…Gasolines!

Gasolines? They’re just like milk—except for the color, taste, and...uh…combustibility level. Some people love them; some people hate them. Their prices vary depending on the region—and if you’re in Hawaii, they’re both ridiculously expensive. There will always be people who will swear by a certain brand of gasoline. You probably know of a certain person who will only buy gas from Shell and will ride that extra three miles to get to his favorite Shell station. FACT: 99% of gasoline in the United States of America is of good quality. The remaining 1% is from small independent gas stations that are more likely than are the major brands to have water and dirt in their fuel. This is because the small independents usually have smaller, older tanks that are refilled less frequently. Many gasolines—no matter the brand of the station—may come from the same source, are refined at the same refinery, are distributed through the same pipeline, and are stored at the same storage terminals.

What Makes Brand ABC Gasoline Different Than Brand XYZ?

So what makes brand ABC gasoline different than brand XYZ? The answer is the additives in the gasoline. The funky part is that all gasoline in the United States contains additives in order to meet federal standards set by the EPA. Yes, even the ones at no-name stations. Brand name additives are, of course, different than those in generic gasoline. Claims of special formulated additives’ prowess varies from one company to another, with some claiming to clean a specific engine part better while others claim to help your car produce less harmful byproducts to the environment. There is no doubt that there is a difference between these additives, but just how much of a difference do these additives make? Before you consider that question, to better understand how additives fit into the grand scheme of things, let’s take a look at how gasoline is distributed.

Just Where Does Our Gasoline Come From?

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Hundreds of millions of years ago, ancient organic matters are compressed and heated through geological timescale, blah blah, voilà—oil fields deep beneath the earth. People snoop around, find these oil fields, drill and pump them, then, Bingo!—crude oil! 1. Crude oil is imported from abroad or produced domestically. It is transported to the refineries to be refined into various products, one of which is gasoline. 2. Gasoline is then sent from the refinery storage to bulk storage terminals via tankers, barge, or a common pipeline. In the common pipeline scenario, batches of gasoline are not physically separated, thus mixing of these products from different refineries occur. Yes, gasoline from a Shell refinery may mix with gasoline from a Mobil refinery. Yes, sometimes you’ll be buying Shell refined gas at a Mobil station. 3. Gasoline is stored at bulk storage terminals across the country, which usually serve various different companies. At these terminals, the gasolines are then loaded into the tanker trucks. It is at this point that additives are added into the truck’s tank, differentiating one brand of gasoline from another. Tanker heading to a Shell station? Load up the gasoline and then pour the Shell additives into the tanker. Bingo, Shell gas! Tanker heading to a Chevron station? Load up the gasoline from the same terminal, add in the Chevron’s TECHRON and other various additives into the tanker. Bingo, Chevron gas! Just how much of these additives are added into the tank? The amount varies, but for some it’s a quart of additives for an 8,000 gallon tank. “Huh?” you say. “A quart of additives in an 8,000 gallon tank? That’s all the difference? The difference from one brand to the other happens in the tanker truck, right before it reaches the gas station?” How effective these brand name, patented additives formulas work will

always be up for debate, but here are a few things you should consider: A station’s tank quality, the tanker truck it contracts, the consistency of its many suppliers to maintain the quality in the chain of distribution (affects the quality of the gasoline more so than the additives themselves). Consumer Reports Magazine attempted to test the differences between brands of gasoline in relation to acceleration and fuel economy but scrapped the test because the little differences found were no more so than the differences found from other factors, such as air temperature and humidity level.

What About the Grades of Gasoline?

Ah, now here’s something a bit more definitive than drops of additives in gallons of gas. There is a difference between premium (91 octane) gas and regular (87 octane) gas—but not because “premium gas” is a “better gas”. Grades of gasoline are based on octane rating which, in a nutshell, measures the resistance of gasoline to premature combustion (aka “engine knocking”. You know, going Kaboom! before it should go Kaboom! by a spark plug).

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The grades available are usually regular 87, medium 89, and premium 91. Which of these grades should you use? Well, the answer can be easily found in your Gold Wing Owners Manual (and sometimes around the gas cap area). FACT: Using higher grade “premium” gasoline on a vehicle designed to run with regular 87 octane gasoline is a waste of money. This is a fact that a GWRRA Member who attended one of my seminars at Wing Ding in Grapevine, Texas in 2004 challenged. At the 2005 Wing Ding in Fort Wayne, Indiana, that same Member attended my Gold Wing Q&A seminar and admitted that he was wrong and that this fact was true. In today’s modern fuel-injected vehicles, engines are designed to be used with a specific octane rating, usually correlating an engine’s compression level to the grade of gas (higher compression level, higher octane grade). If your GL1800 Gold Wing is engineered to run with an octane rating of 87, using 91 will result in no real benefit. In some instances, you may even accumulate un-burnt fuel into your emission system. That can end up collected into your catalytic converter—eventually stressing and then damaging the system. On the flip side, if your motorcycle is a Harley-Davidson and is designed to use 91 octane gasoline, you definitely should fill the motorcycle up with 91 octane. But if you happen to pump 87 or 89 into your Harley, don’t worry, it’s not blowing up—the onboard computer will generally dial back your engine’s performance to prevent knocking (if your Harley even has an onboard computer). And in some cases with cars (such as the Lexus RX 330), a car’s owners manual may even specify that you can either use 87 or 91 octane, with 87 for economy and 91 for performance.

If you have pumped 91 octane into your Gold Wing that’s designed for 87 octane and felt an “increase” in performance, it may simply be a placebo effect. That, or there may be something wrong with your engine that requires a higher grade of octane. Also, the next time you see a teenager pumping “premium” gas into his “performance” Civic (when it’s obvious that his engine isn’t turbo nor swapped), be a friendly (and nosey) gas pump neighbor and perhaps inform him on this “wasteful spending”. (If the kid informs you that he doesn’t care because he’s using his mom’s credit card to pay for the gas, simply smile and look the other way; please do not consider the alternative response of assault and battery. It’s certainly not worth it!) The fact of the matter is that differences between brands are less important than differences between a station dealer’s quality control with the gasoline it provides. Your best bet is to frequent a quality, reasonably priced station with a consistent supplier. Most of us already have a station we prefer. If the price and convenience factor is right for you, and if your Gold Wing is purring along fine, there is little reason to change. But if you’re the type to drive that extra mile or spend that extra dollar for the brand you love—try a tank or two of other, cheaper branded stations. You may be pleasantly surprised. Finally, if you haven’t done it already, pump the grade of gasoline your Gold Wing Owners Manual specifies. Your wallet and your engine will thank you.

Various Gasoline Tidbits for Savvy Consumers:

• Gasoline is not the same type of commodity across the country. The volatility of gasoline in Los Angeles during winter will be vastly different than those of gasoline sold in Boston during the wintertime. • Different states and regions have different regulations and standards concerning the quality of gasoline. Some urban areas may require gasolines that are formulated to produce lower emissions. • In rare instances, an unlucky consumer may get a bad batch of gas. It is more likely that the problem came about due to the individual station rather than a particular brand. After all, many layers of quality control checks are in place before gasoline ever reaches the bulk storage terminals. ●

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Sponsors & Contents..............................................................................WD3 Official Welcomes....................................................................................WD4 Director’s Welcome.................................................................................WD5 International Couple of the Year’s Welcome...........................................WD6 2010-2011 Region Couples of the Year...................................................WD7 Motorcycle Drill Teams............................................................................WD7 What’s New at Wing Ding 32...................................................................WD8 Emergency Road Service Information.....................................................WD9 Ticket Colors & Armband Info..................................................................WD9 Downtown Area/Skywalk Map...............................................................WD10 Iowa Events Center Map.......................................................................WD11 Greater Des Moines Hotel/Campground Map.......................................WD12 Grand Parade Map/Hotel Shuttle Info...................................................WD13 Schedule of Events......................................................................... WD14-15 Exhibitor Listing & Trade Show Map............................................... WD16-17 The Amazing Team Challenge...............................................................WD18 International Bike Show.........................................................................WD19 Seminar and Meeting Schedule............................................................WD20 Seminar Descriptions...................................................................... WD25-28 Rider Education Events and Information...............................................WD29 Goodies at Wing Ding...........................................................................WD30 The Day BEFORE Wing Ding...............................................................WD31 Light Parade and Awards......................................................................WD32 Talent Show...........................................................................................WD32 J&M Evening Entertainment/Charitable Event......................................WD33 Blood Drive Information.........................................................................WD33 Door Prizes and Donors........................................................................WD34 Welcome Party Directions.....................................................................WD35

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Must Do’s in Des Moines.......................................................................WD35 Thank You, Educators...........................................................................WD36 Grand Prizes................................................................................... WD38-39 Thanks & Acknowledgements...............................................................WD42 © 2010. Contents of the Wing Ding 32 Official Program are copyrighted by the Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Inc. 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85027. Phone 800-843-9460 or 623-5812500. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction of the contents without permission is prohibited. GWRRA is not affiliated with Honda Motor Company, its affiliates or dealerships. Gold Wing Road Riders Association is used by permission of and by agreement with American Honda Motor Company, Inc. All efforts have been put forth to guarantee accuracy of the contents of this program. However, GWRRA, KKT Event Management nor the publisher can be held liable for any errors or omissions. All events and activities are subject to change. This program was printed by Publication Printers.

Iowa Events Center 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50309 www.seedesmoines.com

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“If you’ve never been to Des Moines, you may be surprised by all it has to offer. The metro area offers a wonderful blend of city conveniences and heartland hospitality that’s hard to beat! Enjoy your time here, and we hope you will come back to visit us soon!” Chester Culver, Governor of Iowa

“It is my pleasure to welcome you to Iowa’s Capital City for the Gold Wing Road Riders Association Wing Ding 32! Des Moines offers a delightful blend of urban settings and rural landscapes that are coupled with corporate culture and country living. Best wishes for an enjoyable and successful event!” T.M. Franklin Cownie, Mayor of Des Moines

“Welcome to Greater Des Moines! We are delighted you are meeting in the middle at our Capital City. Des Moines has that big city feel with the charm of a small town. We know that you will enjoy the rolling hills and great scenery and most of all the friendly people. Thank you for choosing to Do More in Des Moines. We’re glad you’re here and hope you enjoy your visit!” Greg Edwards, President/CEO Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau

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Welcome to Des Moines for the 32nd Annual

Wing Ding!

ello Wing Ding delegates! Are you ready for an exciting Wing Ding that’s packed with GWRRA friends, vendors, Drill Teams, seminars, rider courses, entertainment, and even a few surprises? I know Lori and I are! This is a Members Convention, run by the Members for the benefit of the Members. From dawn to dusk, the schedule is jam-packed full of fun each day. One of the highlights I hope to see everyone join in on is the Grand Parade, to be held on Friday evening. We’re doing something new this year. The parade will leave the Iowa Events Center at 5:30 p.m. and run through the great city of Des Moines. The parade will conclude at Urbandale High School where, at 7 p.m., we have several Drill Teams performing for your pleasure. Across the street from the High School is Lions Park, where the Urbandale Independence Celebration is being held. This Carnival/Concert venue will be fun for everyone to enjoy, and participation in this event is one way we can all thank the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau and the citizens of this great city for doing an outstanding job in hosting this year’s Wing Ding. Before I close this greeting, I must take a moment to send out a special thank-you to Clayton and Lynda Alcorn, Region E Directors, Mike and Linda Huppenbauer, Iowa District Directors, and Mark Tilton and Roberta McAfee, Iowa Chapter A Directors, for all their help and support in making this year’s event possible. And last, but not least, I’d like to thank our wonderful corps of volunteers who give so much of themselves all week long in order to make the events fun and effortless for everyone. When you see these folks, be sure to let them know how much you appreciate their efforts. Welcome and have fun! Mike & Lori Stiger, Director of GWRRA

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Welcome to Wing Ding 32 in Des Moines, Iowa!

By Alan and Carolyn Little - International Couple of the Year 2009-2010

e’d like to take this opportunity to welcome all of you to Wing Ding 32. In other venues it might be called the World Cup, the World Series, or the Super Bowl…but to us, Wing Ding will do just fine! It’s our time, as GWRRA Members, to reconnect with our friends who share this wonderful hobby of motorcycling. But it’s also so much more. Please take time this week to take advantage of some valuable Leadership Training Division (LTD) and Rider Education courses. Plus, make plans to show off that beauty you have in the Bike Show! And—let’s not forget—we have a field of wonderful Region Couples this year who are excited and ready to meet you guys at the International Couple of the Year Selection! Though we’re sure their nerves will be a bit on edge, they’ll relax once they see you and hear your enthusiasm. So why not make a special effort to arrive a bit early this year and be a part of their “Special Day”. After all, the Couples are here to represent their Chapter, District, Region, and as a way to say “Thanks” to their friends for all the support they’ve received. Speaking of which, we know we’ll never forget the feeling we had last year at seeing all those peach-colored balloons bobbing around the smiling and screaming faces from Region N. It was AWESOME! And when it was announced that we were the 2009-2010 International Couple of the Year we were, to say the least, in a state of shock. We spent the rest of Wing Ding in a daze! Now, if we could come up with one word to describe this past year for us, it would be something like “wondawesomefabtabulouswhirlwindfunfestival”! In fact, we began planning our travels for the year as soon as we started our drive home. In doing so, we never realized there were so many places we wanted to go! And though we unfortunately couldn’t go everywhere, we did manage to have a very full and fun year. At the time of this

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writing, we had visited 4 Region Rallies, 12 District Rallies and events, and traveled some 20,000-plus miles. We visited in the states of Idaho, Kentucky, Ohio, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, Texas, Louisiana, and even managed a few visits in North Carolina while we were resting. For us, the memories we’ve made, the people we’ve met, the landscapes we’ve enjoyed, and the meals we’ve devoured will certainly be our companions for many, many years. As we so often tell our friends and family, it’s been the absolute opportunity of a lifetime! Now that “our tour” has come to an end, it’s time to select a new Couple. With that said, it’s no secret how important the Couple of the Year Program is to us. And, rest assured, it’s important to and for this organization as well. At most rallies and events we attended, we’ve asked all who have been Chapter Couples to stand. It was truly amazing to see how many folks have been involved and just how many of our Leaders began as Chapter Couples. Their energy and enthusiasm is so contagious, in fact, that if you don’t want to get involved, you better stay clear! And it’s been a real hoot for us to take part in many of the Couple’s Selections this year. These couples are unique, and we think that’s an important point to make. GWRRA doesn’t need Cookie Cutter Couples, we need unique, special

couples who can be who they are. For the organization to remain strong and meaningful to a lot of different folks, we need for you to be YOU. In fact, as we told the folks at a recent Couple Selection, “If you have to become something you’re not in order to obtain something you want, you’re likely to find yourself somewhere you don’t need to be”. Speaking of unique couples, we also had the privilege of meeting seven former International Couples of the Year as well as seven of this year’s Region Couples of the Year. That was quite a treat for us. Some are very enthusiastic and energetic; others are laid back and know how to enjoy the quiet times; some cherish very strong family ties. (And some will even cheat at contests which, by the way, we won! Not calling any names, but his initials are Tom Peck!) But all have a common love for the organization and the Couple’s Program. They’re all approachable and more than willing to mentor and advise. And, before we close, we’d like to also mention the Region Couples we met last year at Wing Ding. We’re so grateful for the time we shared with “The Class of 2008-2009”. It was an absolute blast meeting you guys, sharing a meal, and making some wonderful memories. We hope to see all of you again this year at Wing Ding 32! Lastly, we’d like to say that—as for most Members—everything in our GWRRA experience begins and ends with our Chapter. The folks in North Carolina’s Chapter T-2 are the reason we joined GWRRA in the first place. We cherish their friendship, love, and support and it’s only fitting that our journey ends right back home where it started. Thanks again T-2 for giving us this wonderful opportunity. You’ve made a couple of very ordinary people feel very special, and our lives are richer because of you!

Alan & Carolyn Little

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2010-2011 Region Couples of the Year International Couple of the Year Selection Tuesday, June 29, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Polk County Convention Complex Sponsored by RV America Insurance Southeast Region (A) Steven & Tammy Hollingsworth Meridianville, Alabama

Northeast Region (B) Mike & Nancy Mandell Farmingdale, New Jersey

Great Lakes Region (D) Dick & Ginny Beardsley Clarkston, Michigan

America’s Heartland Region (E) Glenn & Carol White Versailles, Missouri

Southwest Region (F) John & Gail Reynolds El Paso, Texas

South Central Region (H) Fred & Mandy Mew Euless, Texas

Big Sky Region (I) Bud & Peggy Nading Casper, Wyoming

Canadian Central Region (K) Barry & Carolyn Heinmiller Palmerston, Ontario

Canadian Atlantic Region (L) Stephen & Corrie Pineau Charlottetown, Prince Edward Isl.

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Motorcycle Drill Teams at Wing Ding!

Friday, July 2, 7 pm – 8 pm (after the Grand Parade) Urbandale High School Topping off the Grand Parade (from the Iowa Events Center to Lions Park in Urbandale), three Motorcycle Drill Teams will perform at the Urbandale High School, which is right across the street from the park, starting at 7 p.m. Representing Canada—and returning for their 5th consecutive Wing Ding—will be the Northern Lights Drill Team from Kitchener, Ontario, led by Captain Ron Litwiller. Though they may be the newest drill team to perform at Wing Ding, you’d never know it by the way they ride. They could add “Precision” to their team name simply because that’s the best way to describe their presence on the drill field. From the sunny state of California, the California Gold Angels Motorcycle Drill Team, led by Captain Rick “Bulldog” Hinrichs, will perform fetes of derring-do, assisted by two lovely ladies who will ride…uh, never mind. You’ll just have to be there to see and experience it. And no one knows the real names of these riders—they all have their own personal “call sign”. Of course “Cobra” and “Daredevil” will be there to demonstrate how to ride a Gold Wing while standing up and lying down, plus many more ways to ride a Wing! Let’s just say they don’t recommend trying their style of riding at home without proper instruction or a thorough mental examination. Rounding out the trio of teams will be the Arizona Precision Motorcycle Drill Team, led by Captain Allen Platt. This team is the Granddaddy of all existing teams. Established in 1985, they started competing way back in 1986 and won 4 National First Place Titles at Wing Dings (3 Second Place and 1 Third Place) and one International Championship (IDTF) in 2003 (and 2nd Place in 2004 by only 3/4 point!). And you can bet each team will be closely watching the others, hoping to “borrow” something new to add to their own routines. Constant practice, weather permitting, allows fine-tuning of all maneuvers so that they mesh into a smooth-flowing routine. These teams ride close enough to touch mirrors (without even flinching) and, in some cases, with a foot on someone else’s foot rest! Drill Teams are important to GWRRA in that each rider sets a shining example to the membership of what can be accomplished through practice and determination to step up to a next level of riding ability. As your riding ability improves, your confidence, general safety, fun and desire for more of the same grows and blossoms. After the performances, everyone is invited to come onto the field to meet the riders. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have about drill teams, riding, practice, and more—so don’t be bashful! (GWRRA Director of Drill Teams and Wing World contributor, Jim Graybeal, will lead and ride in the event.)

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What’s New at Wing Ding 32! Des Moines Welcome Party Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino Sponsored by Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino and the Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau Tuesday, June 29, 6 pm – 10 pm, Prairie Meadows, Altoona, IA (I-80, Exit 142; See map on page WD35) GPS: 41.654797, -93.488755 Enjoy your first night in Des Moines at the Wing Ding 32 Welcome Party Tuesday, June 29, at Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona, just five miles from Des Moines. A ’50s/’60s band, along with six horse races dedicated to Wing Dingers, are just a few of the highlights you can expect at the welcome party. Free ice cream, Iowa sweet corn and a chance to win great prizes will also ensure a fun night is had by all. For guests wanting to learn how to bet on the races, as well as those who just want to brush up on their horse betting skills, there will be informative sessions held throughout the day. Wing Dingers will also have the opportunity to meet with jockeys and trainers for a more behind-the-scenes racetrack experience. The Welcome Party will feature races until 7:30 p.m., with the band beginning in the Finish Line Lounge at 8 p.m. In order to participate in this party, guests will need to wear GWRRA apparel, GWRRA vest, or a Wing Ding 32 wristband. Free special parking for Wing Ding attendees will also be available on-site. Plus, there will be a friendly face to greet you from the moment you park until the time you leave!

Wing Ding Buddy Program & Meet-and-Greet for First-Time Delegates Wednesday, June 30, 9 am

(immediately following Opening Ceremonies)

Polk County Convention Complex

Whether you’re a first-time Wing Ding delegate or a manyyears veteran, please grab a Wing Ding Buddy Program button when you pick up your Wing Ding registration packet. Yellow is for newbies and red is for you experienced veterans.

Comedian/Entertainer Kermet Apio Sponsored by J&M Corporation

Wednesday, June 30, 7:30 pm – 9 pm Polk County Convention Complex J&M Corporation is once again sponsoring a Free evening with guaranteed laughter on Wednesday, June 30, from 7:30 pm – 9 pm. Comedian Kermet Apio will entertain Wing Ding attendees at Polk County Convention Complex at the Iowa Events Center. So come join your Wing Ding friends for an evening of laughter. Kermet is a renowned performer with an extensive resume, including many appearances on national TV and performances with Rita Rudner, the Righteous Brothers, and more! Wing Ding’s Charity of Choice, Children & Families of Iowa, benefits from this evening of enjoyment, and J&M Corporation will sell raffle tickets for chances to win a variety of the best motorcycle audio products available (given away during the event). Proceeds of the raffle are donated to Children & Families of Iowa. You won’t want to miss this evening for a great cause!

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Scratch & Win! – Included in your packet! Each full registrant will receive a free Scratch & Win ticket. Tickets may provide you the opportunity to save $$ with one of the following great prizes! Scratch and save today! •

5% off at the GWRRA Goodie Booth

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10% off at the GWRRA Goodie Booth

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15% off at the GWRRA Goodie Booth

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2-for-1 raffle tickets of your choice ($10,000 Cash or Grand 50/20/15/10/5)

$CRATCH & WIN!

You could win discounts on

GWRRA Goodies or

2 for 1 raffle tickets!

(not all tickets are winners, see back for details)

WELCOME TO WING DING 32!

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Stunt Shows by Professional Stunt Rider & World Record Holder Clint Ewing! Thursday, July 1 9:40 am, 12 pm, and 5 pm North Lot of Iowa Events Center

Come see Professional Stunt Rider and Guinness World Records Holder Clint Ewing perform amazing feats on his Honda CBR600 throughout the day on Thursday, July 1 (times listed above). Clint has performed professionally for six years throughout the U.S. and has had over 80 events to date! He holds the world record for the longest motorcycle ride through a tunnel of fire!

Urbandale Independence Celebration (Plus, GWRRA Drill Team Performance!) Hosted by the City of Urbandale

Friday, July 2, 5:30 pm–10:30 pm, Lions Park, 4103 72nd St, Urbandale, IA GPS: 41.635708, -93.715848 Drill Team Performance, 7 pm – 8 pm (After the Grand Parade; See Map on page WD13) Urbandale High School, 7701 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, IA GPS: 41.63863, -93.72436 The City of Urbandale is welcoming GWRRA Members to their annual Independence Celebration featuring a Midway and Carnival, live music and more at Lions Park in Urbandale, Iowa. The Grand Parade will end across the street from Lions Park at Urbandale High School. It will be followed up with the Drill Team Performance from 7 pm – 8 pm. Then, enjoy the Urbandale Independence Celebration, including classic rock with Boomerang Classic Rock and Soul Band!

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Emergency Road Service & Related Information Emergency Road Service Provider: All GWRRA Members and their Gold Wings (or other membership-specified motorcycles) are covered by “Rescue.” If you have a breakdown, call (888) 2339127 and provide our Highway Assistance Provider—Nation Safe Drivers—with your GWRRA membership number and the agent number on your GWRRA membership card. Your membershipspecified four-wheelers, trailers and small RVs are also covered if you have upgraded to “Rescue Plus” coverage.

Local Roadside Assistance: Cycle Clinic 2209 MLK Jr. Parkway • Des Moines (515) 288-6954 Fenders Cycle & Motorsports 1109 E. Army Post Road • Des Moines (515) 256-9062 or www.fenderscycle.com

Other Local Motorcycle Dealers: Big Barn Harley-Davidson 81 NW 49th Place • Des Moines (515) 265-4444 or www.Bigbarnhd.com Garvis Honda 1603 Euclid Avenue • Des Moines (515) 243-6217 or www.garvishonda.com Struthers Bros 5191 NW 2nd Avenue • Des Moines (515) 282-3634 or www.struthersbros. com

Highway Patrol:

Mercy Medical Center 1111 6th Avenue • Des Moines (515) 247-3121, www.mercydesmoines.org Mercy Quick Care Clinic 604 Locust Street • Des Moines (515) 282-7207, Open 7:30 am - 5 pm, M–F

Walgreens 24-Hour Pharmacy 3501 Ingersoll Avenue • Des Moines (515) 271-5031 – Open 24/7

Highway and Road Conditions:

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Rural Interstate – 70 mph Urban Interstate – 65 mph Iowa law does not require a helmet Iowa sales tax is 6% Maximum tax on hotel rooms is 12% Iowa is in the Central Daylight Time zone

Grand 50/20/15/10/5

Numbered grey printed tickets (See photo - 18 tickets per book)

Prize Extravaganza

Numbered yellow printed tickets (See photo - sold individually)

ATM Locations at/near Iowa Events Center:

Hy-Vee Hall – 730 3rd Street Veterans Auditorium – 833 5th Avenue Wells Fargo Arena – 233 Center Street

Wheelchair Rentals:

Wing Ding 32 Radio Station:

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Numbered pink printed tickets (See photo - 5 tickets per book)

Iowa Speed Limits/Other Info:

Hospitals & Medical Services nearest to Iowa Events Center:

July 2010

$10,000 Cash Prize

Iowa Department of Transportation (515) 288-1047 or (800) 288-1047 or www.511ia.org

Iowa Highway Patrol – Joint Forces Headquarters. 7105 NW 70th Avenue Camp Dodge-Johnston, IA 24/7 Telephone Number (515) 323-4360

Iowa Methodist Medical Center 1200 Pleasant Street • Des Moines (515) 241-6212 or www.iowahealth.org

ALL DRAWINGS ARE MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!

Walgreens Pharmacy 606 Walnut Street • Des Moines (515) 283-1793 Open 7 am - 7 pm, M–F 8 am - 6 pm, Saturday

GWRRA will have wheelchair rentals available in the registration area, located in the lobby of the Veterans Auditorium. A current driver’s license is required in order to rent a wheelchair, and they are available for $10/day. Numbers are limited; rentals are for one day at a time.

Iowa Lutheran Hospital 700 E. University Avenue • Des Moines (515) 263-5612 or www.iowahealth.org

Ticket Colors & Armband Info

KIOA 93.3 (FM) - The Official Radio Station of Wing Ding 32!

Grand Prizes and Door Prizes

Numbered Armband Stub (Full registrants only)

Rider Education Trailer Drawing Numbered roll tickets

J&M Raffle Tickets for Charity (Comedy Show) Numbered roll tickets

NOTE:Please be sure to completely and legibly fill out your name and Member number on your ticket stubs!

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Des Moines Botanical & Environmental Center

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Wells Fargo Arena IOWA EVENTS Hy-Vee CENTER Hall Iowa Hall of Pride

Scottish Rite

Brenton Skating Plaza

Polk County Convention Complex

Gateway Park

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To EAST VILLAGE, IOWA STATE CAPITOL & STATE HISTORICAL MUSUEUM

Civic Center of Greater Des Moines & Stoner Theater

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Science Center of Iowa & Blank IMAX Dome Theater

Couple of The Year Selection Opening/Closing Ceremony

DOWNTOWN DES MOINES PUBLIC PARKING SKYWALKS

HOTELS 1. Des Moines Marriott Downtown 2. Embassy Suites on the River 3. Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus 4. Hotel Fort Des Moines 5. Quality Inn & Suites Event Center 6. Renaissance Savery Hotel 7. Suites of 800 Locust

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BBQ Dinner J&M Entertainment

Downtown Hotel Shuttle Principal Park

Courtesy ofStadium the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau The downtown hotel shuttle will run a continuous loop between the following properties during event days from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm. Shuttle ends at 3:30 pm on Saturday. • • • • •

Des Moines Marriott Renaissance Savery Embassy Suites Holiday Inn Downtown Iowa Events Center

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Pre & Post Registration GWRRA Information & Recruiting Local Information

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Veterans Memorial Auditorium - Arena Floor • •

GWRRA Goodie Booth & T-shirts Trade Show Exhibits

Veterans Memorial Auditorium - Hall A • • • • • • • • • •

Food Court and Stage Bike Show Blood Drive Rider Education/TRI/MAD Booths Poker Run Booth Ticket Sales Booth Membership Enhancement Booth Leadership Training Booth Door Prize Booth 2011 Wing Ding Info

Hy-Vee Hall - Halls B & C

Trade Show Exhibits • Bike Service/Installation Area

Hy-Vee Hall - Lower Level •

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Iowa Events Center

833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309 GPS: 41.592266, -93.624263

Free Parking Garage

Level 2

Courtesy of Principal Financial Group Entrance at 7th St. and Crocker

May I See Some I.D. Please?

Level 2

Level 1

You will need to present a name-imprinted photo I.D. in order to pick up your full registration packet at Wing Ding. Only when packets remain unclaimed by their initial purchasers can GWRRA track and verify those preregistered delegates who, for one reason or another, were unable to attend Wing Ding and would like adjustments and/or refunds. Out of courtesy to your fellow Members, and in order to speed things along, please have your personal identification ready before you get to the front of the registration line, and do not plan to pick up any registration packet other than your own.

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Greater Des Moines Hotel/Campground Map Hotel Listing 1. Des Moines Marriott Downtown 2. Embassy Suites on the River 3. Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus 4. Hotel Fort Des Moines 5. Quality Inn & Suites Event Center 6. Renaissance Savery Hotel 7. Courtyard by Marriott - Ankeny 8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Altoona 9. America’s Best Inn 10. Hilton Garden Inn - Urbandale/Johnston 11. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites - Des Moines Northwest 12. Ramada - Northwest 13. TownePlace Suites by Marriott 14. Baymont Inn & Suites Airport Conference Center 15. Fairfield Inn & Suites - Airport 16. Holiday Inn - Airport C 17. Radisson Hotel - Des Moines Airport 18. Best Western - Des Moines West 19. Chase Suite Hotel 20. Comfort Suites at Living History Farms 21. Country Inn & Suites - Des Moines West 22. Courtyard by Marriott - West Des Moines 23. Days Inn - Walnut Creek 24. Holiday Inn & Suites at Jordan Creek 25. Sheraton - West Des Moines 26. Sleep Inn - Urbandale 27. Wildwood Lodge, The

Rider Education Course Location Des Moines Area Community College 2006 South Ankeny Boulevard Ankeny, Iowa 50023 GPS: 41.70783, -93.607507

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Ankeny Regional Airport

JOHNSTON

Grand Parade Information and Map

Wing Ding 32 Des Moines, Iowa

GRAND PARADE ROUTE

Wing Ding 32 Grand Parade and Drill Team Exhibition

86th St.

72nd St.

Friday, July 2, 2010

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The Grand Parade will stage downtown along 5th Avenue starting at Grand Avenue and will travel to Urbandale High School where the Drill Teams will perform in conjunction with the Urbandale Independence Celebration.

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Park at Merle Hay Mall and catch a shuttle! GPS: 41.630263, - 93.703358

Des Moines International Airport

CARLIS

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Schedule of Events Tuesday, June 29 11:00 am – 1:00 pm 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Iowa Events Center, 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa

Couple of the Year Reception................................Polk County Convention Complex Registration Open . ...............................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Ticket Sales, Cash & 50/50 ..................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Information Booth..................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby GWRRA Recruiting Booth.....................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby International Couple of the Year Selection............Polk County Convention Complex Charity of Choice Open House..............................Children and Families of Iowa Des Moines Welcome Party..................................Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Wednesday, June 30 8:00 am – 9:00 am 9:00 am – 9:30 am 9:00 am – 3:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:30 am – 5:00 pm 11:30 am – 1:00 pm 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm 4:00 pm – 5:00pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Thursday, July 1 8:00 am – 8:45 am 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 9:30 am – 5:00 pm 9:40 am – 10:00 am 10:00 am – 12:00 pm WD14 WD32ProgramfinalMay17.indd 14

Opening Ceremonies.............................................Polk County Convention Complex Director Meet-and-Greet........................................Polk County Convention Complex Blood Drive............................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Registration...........................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Poker Run Check In/Out........................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Door Prize Pickup..................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Ticket Sales, Cash & 50/50...................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) GWRRA Recruiting Booth.....................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Trike Demo Rides..................................................5th Avenue (Crocker to Center) Wing Ding Information...........................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Trade Show...........................................................Iowa Events Center Seminars...............................................................Iowa Events Center Couple of the Year Reunion...................................S. Gaskell Room (Veterans Upper Level) Mini-Fashion Show................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Kids Games...........................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Rider Education Open Forum Q&A.......................IEC Seminar Room 3 Drill Team Interest Meeting....................................IEC Seminar Room 3 Daily 50/50 Drawing..............................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) BBQ Buffet.............................................................Polk County Convention Complex J&M Evening Entertainment..................................Polk County Convention Complex

CMA Services........................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Registration...........................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Poker Run Check In/Out........................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Door Prize Pickup..................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Ticket Sales, Cash & 50/50...................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) GWRRA Recruiting Booth.....................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Trike Demo Rides..................................................5th Avenue (Crocker to Center) Wing Ding Information...........................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Trade Show...........................................................Iowa Events Center Bike Show Classification.......................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Seminars...............................................................Iowa Events Center Stunt Performance - Clint Ewing...........................North Lot Amazing Team Challenge......................................North Lot Wing World 5/17/2010 11:04:23 AM

11:00 am – 12:00 pm 12:00 pm – 12:20 pm 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm 5:00 pm – 5:20 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm 9:30 pm 10:00 pm

Friday, July 2

8:00 am – 8:45 am 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 3:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:00 am – 6:00 pm 9:30 am – 10:00 am 9:30 am – 5:00 pm 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:30 pm 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Saturday, July 3 7:30 am – 9:00 am 8:00 am – 8:45 am 9:00 am – 11:00 am 9:00 am – 11:30 am 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 9:00 am – 1:00 pm 9:00 am – 1:30 pm 9:00 am – 1:30 pm 9:00 am – 1:30 pm 9:00 am – 1:30 pm 9:00 am – 1:30 pm 9:30 am – 12:00 pm 10:00 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm July 2010 WD32ProgramfinalMay17.indd 15

Mascot & Krazy Hat Contest.................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Stunt Performance - Clint Ewing...........................North Lot Bike Show Staging................................................North Lot Name the Year of That Bike Contest.....................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Bike Show Judging & Awards................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Overseas Delegate Reception...............................S. Gaskell Room (Veterans Upper Level) Top Gun Practice...................................................North Lot Stunt Performance - Clint Ewing...........................North Lot Daily 50/50 Drawing..............................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Talent Show...........................................................Polk County Convention Complex Light Parade Staging/Classification.......................American Legion Park, West Des Moines Light Parade..........................................................West Des Moines (see map on WD32) Light Parade Judging and Awards.........................5th Street, Valley Junction District

CMA Services........................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Registration...........................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Blood Drive............................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Poker Run Check In/Out........................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Door Prize Pickup..................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Ticket Sales, Cash & 50/50...................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) GWRRA Recruiting Booth.....................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Trike Demo Rides..................................................5th Avenue (Crocker to Center) Wing Ding Information...........................................Veterans Lobby Trade Show...........................................................Iowa Events Center Tricycle Performances...........................................North Lot Seminars...............................................................Iowa Events Center Top Gun Competition.............................................North Lot Hall of Fame Luncheon.........................................S. Gaskell Room (Veterans Upper Level) Grand Parade Staging...........................................5th Avenue (N. of Grand) Daily 50/50 Drawing..............................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Grand Parade........................................................See Program Map on WD13 Drill Team Performance.........................................Urbandale High School

Masters Breakfast..................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) CMA Services........................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Registration...........................................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Poker Run Check In/Out........................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Blood Drive............................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Door Prize Pickup..................................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Ticket Sales, Cash & 50/50...................................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) GWRRA Recruiting Booth.....................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Trike Demo Rides..................................................5th Avenue (Crocker to Center) Wing Ding Information...........................................Veterans Auditorium Lobby Trade Show...........................................................Iowa Events Center Seminars...............................................................Iowa Events Center Statistical Awards Announced...............................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Poker Run Winners Announced............................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Prize Extravaganza Drawings...............................Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) Closing Ceremonies..............................................Polk County Convention Complex WD15 5/17/2010 11:04:46 AM

Exibitor Listing and Trade Show Layout Floor Plan

Veterans Memorial Auditorium (Hall A is below)

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Demo Cycle Care Formulas...............................907 Air Rider........................................1300-1305 Letterfly Pinstriping...............................PIN 8 Dallas Motorcycle Accessories.....1529-1532 Allied Insurance.....................................100 Little Giant Ladders..........................205-206 Elite Products........................................1411 Allstate Insurance Co........229-230, 311-312 Lower Wing Products............................1600 American National Prop. & Casualty Co..413 Engraver, The...................................912-913 Markel American Insurance Company...338 800 1100 1013 700 613 600 500 900 813 1113 1000 913 713 Anita’s Artistry.......................................PIN 6 Eurowing USA..................................605-606 Marshall - North Creations.......................905 801 1001 912 1101 1012 701 612 601 501 901 812 1112 712 B & G Cycle Upholstery................1308-1310 F4 Customs, LLC........................1328-1331 Massachusetts Bay Trading Co........144-145 802 1002 911 1102 1011 702 611 602 502 902 811 1111 711 B & L Repair.......................1442, 1500-1501 FootHugger Comfort Socks................... 1113 Midwestern Solutions..............................134 803 1003 910 1103 1010 703 610 603 503 903 810 1110 710 Baker Built Air Wings.1211-1212, 1311-1312 Freedom Bag...........................................301 MLDS. . ..............................................701-702 804 1004 909 1104 1009 704 609 604 504 904 809 1109 709 Baller Pinstriping...................................PIN 3 Freedom Enterprises...............................405 Motor Trike......................1200-1210, demo 805 1005 908 1105 1008 705 608 605 505 905 808 1108 708 Freedom’s Choice........................1422-1427 Big Bike Parts................................241, 300 Motorcycle Accessories Now. . .1332-1336, 706 607 806 1006 907 1106 1007 606 506 906 807 1107 707 Big Ear Inc...............................................133 Frogg Toggs / MBW Enterprises.......238-240 .....................................................1406-1410 1200 Gene’s Gallery.......... 1213-1216, 1313-1316 Bike Solutions, LLC Motorcycle Travel Network......................102 Breezy Rider............................................404 Gerbing’s Heated Clothing.227-228, 313-314 MountainMan Art..................................PIN 2 Bridgestone Tire Co..........................Demo Girl Gear LLC..........................................443 Neosho Fiberglass...........1428-1431, 1511 Bunkhouse........................................612-613 Great Products......................................1421 Nick Plenzick Enterprizes..............1111-1112 ENTRANCE Butler Mug Holder..................................1536 GWRRA Official Products.....................GW A Overby’s Two Wheel Sound.............800-803 Hannigan Motorsports... 340-341, 400-401 ButtVENDOR Buffer.....................................1533-1535 Persephone’s Treasures...............1412-1414 CHECK-IN 1300 I N S TA L L C J Products.................................1604-1606 Hartco International..........................810-813 Petry Photography.... 1341-1342, 1400-1401 1342 1341 1340 1339 1338 1337 1336 1335 1334 1333 1332 1331 1330 1329 1328 1327 1326 1325 1324 1323 1322 California Sidecar................................ Demo Heritage Honda........ 1337-1340, 1402-1405 Phaze One Inc / Cycle Armor.......1324-1325 1400 1401 1402 1403 1404 1405 1406 1407 1408 1409 1410 1411 1412 1413 1414 1415 1416 1417 1418 1419 1420 SERVICE Can-Am Roadster................................ Demo Honda of Jacksonville...................1627-1629 Pitbull Motorcycle Lifts.............................707 I N S TA L L 1400 Centramatic. ............ 1322-1323, 1419-1420 J & M Corporation......................1000-1006 Pressure Pro..........................................1603 ENTRANCE Chicken Scratchin by Lynus.................PIN 4 J & P Cycles............ 1615-1625, 1704-1714 Pro Step Foot Correctors.........................610 CIMA International............................709-713 J & S Wholesale......................................237 Qwi Gloves (Etsuko LLC)........................906 1500 1501 1502 1503 1504 1505 1506 1507 1508 1509 1510 1511 1512 1513 1514 1515 1516 1517 1518 1519 1520 1521 C.M.A.......................................................444 JD’s Custom Lighting....................1506-1509 Racing Jackets.................................329-330 1500 305 I N S TA L L K & P Leather...................................408-412 Coastal Reflections..........................236, Ride For Kids...........................................445 Condor Products...............................704-706 Kiss of Nature...................................335-336 RideCool....................................... 1107-1108 Correct-A-Step.........................................337 Kitchen Craft.....................................132-213 Riders Rags......................................200-201 Wing World 5/17/2010 11:05:24 AM

Floor Plan Veterans Arena Royal Prestige Cookware.............1306-1307

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Rumbling Pride.............................1326-1327 RV America Insurance.REGISTRATION ........................1412 NOTE: SAMI........................................................446 Vehicles or ...........................PIN 5 Scarecrow Art Studio. DOWN TO trailers over Shango Rider...........................................806 HALL A 10’9”Honda highMotorsports.......1715-1718 Shawnee will be unable Showtime Cleaner.................................1700 to access the Sierra Electronics.............................500-506 Silvershow Eaglefloor Outfitters.......................303-304 due to loading Sinbad Glue.............................................140 doorInternational. height ..............................202 SkyMed Stoprestrictions. & Go International...........................700 Sue Hopper..........................................PIN 9

100 101 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 114 115 116 USA. 117 .118 119 120 121 122 123 124 .............................807-808 T.J. and the102Boss Pinstriping................PIN 1 112 113Uncommon 100 USB Med I.D............................................101 Taylor Made Iron On Designs...........900-901 145 144 143 142 141 140 139 138 137 136 135 134 133 132 131 130 129 128 127 126 125 Walking Tall Foot Correctors....................212 Texas Art...............................................PIN 7 200 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 GW Wing Ding Event Shirts - Play2Win..... GW B The Golden 1110 B Touch................................. 200 Wing Stuff................. 1218-1221, 1318-1321 Thoroughbred Motorsports..............Demo 241 240 239 238 237 236 235 234 233 232 231 230 229 228 227 226 225 224 223 222 221 Wing Tees. . ..............................................908 Time Out Trailers..........................1432-1434 300 301 302 303 304 305 306 307 308 309Wizard 310 311 Airbrush 312 313Graphics. 314 315 316..................PIN 317 318 319 320 10 Touch of Purple........................................602 GW 300 Woodwing Art...................................107-108 Tour King.................................................325 A 341 340 339 338 337 336 335 334 333 332 331 330 329 328 327 326 325 324 323 322 321 Yuasa Battery..........................................447 Tow-Pac, Inc.....................................607-608 400 401 402 403 404 405 406 407 408 409 410 411 412 413 414 415 416 417 418 419 420 Traxxion Dynamics.......................1007-1106 400 The447 Trike Shop. .................................Demo 446 445 444.443 442 441 440 439 438 437 436 435 434 433 432 431 430 429 428 427 426 425 424 423 422 421 Troy Allan.com.......................................1100 Two Wandering Gypsy’s..................141, 204 Ultimate Seats..............................1522-1528

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Amazing Team Challenge!

Sponsored by Innovative Balancing Thursday, July 1, 10 am - 12 pm North Lot First introduced three years ago at Wing Ding in Billings, this riding challenge is meant to be fun for teams and individuals alike. The reason it’s called “Amazing” is that it’s a timed competitive event through a maze-like course that involves a straight-away, right and left turns, a couple of 360-degree circles, a cone weave, stopping in a box after a timed run, and a lot of FUN! Open to all levels of ability—it can sometimes be easy for a novice yet humbling for the more advanced rider.

Awards may be presented to the riders with the slowest times, the champion cone-killers, those who got lost and ran off the course, and contestants who dropped their bikes with the best style.

Insurance and Liability: 1. 2. 3.

PROPER RIDING GEAR IS REQUIRED. Team Competition: 1.

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Teams can have from two to six riders, with the two best times combined for the final score. Each team member is allowed to ride the course one time only for recorded time. No practice runs are allowed. All riders will be allowed to walk the course prior to the start of the competition to plan their path of travel, speed adjustments, etc. Time will be added to the final time for tipping or moving a cone (one second), putting a foot down (two seconds), or stopping outside the stop box (one second). Dropping the bike or running off the course results in no time Recognition and bragging rights will be given to the top three fastest teams. Recognition may be given to other outstanding (or not-so-outstanding) teams. Team members are also eligible to compete in the individual competition.

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Safety Requirements: 1.

Seriousness is Not Recommended: 1.

Individual Competition: 1.

ficial time. Every entrant is allowed to ride the course for official timing as often as he/she desires. However, after the first “free” ride, each ride thereafter will cost $1. Proceeds from all extra rides will be donated to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Time will be added to the final time for tipping or moving a cone, putting a foot down, or stopping outside the stop box. (See team competition rules.) Recognition and bragging rights will be given to the three fastest individuals. Other recognition will be in keeping with the dignity of the occasion.

All team riders are encouraged to ride consecutively for team unity and cheerleading. Individual riders can have their own cheering section as well. Cheerleading may be judged with recognition for the best/loudest/ worst for a squad. Awards and announcements will be made after the competition. Award certificates may include a little tongue-in-cheek wording.

Personal health and vehicle insurance is the responsibility of each participant. Event coordinators will ensure that all safety and policy guidelines are met and adhered to during the conduct of the event. Each participant must be prepared to produce his or her valid operator’s license including motorcycle endorsement, if applicable, and proof of liability insurance as required by applicable law.

Each competitor must provide his or her own safety gear. No rider will be allowed to compete without complete safety apparel, which includes: • DOT-approved helmet • Longsleeved jacket or shirt • Long pants • Overthe-ankle footwear (leather boots preferred) • Full-fingered gloves • Eye protection (if shields are used, they must be lowered) Note: windscreens are not considered adequate eye protection for this event! All participating motorcycles will undergo a safety inspection. This inspection will, at a minimum, inspect the condition of the tires and the brake operation. Any motorcycle deemed unsafe or marginal will be restricted from competing. Spectators or others not directly involved in the conduct of the event will not be allowed on the range. A cheering section will be designated. “Hot dogging” or unsafe behavior on the part of any competitor will be grounds for immediate disqualification.

Wing World 5/17/2010 11:22:14 AM

International Bike Show

Sponsored by Centramatic and DFT Trikes

he Iowa Members of GWRRA are excited to have you here with us this week, and we’ve provided for you three Poker Runs, each one taking you through the beautiful countryside and Iowa Rolling Hills. Sign up and get your Poker Run pin and map(s) at the Poker Run table, $10 per hand, in Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) of the Iowa Events Center from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, June 30July 2, and from 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 3. You may have a winning hand worth hundreds of dollars! Winners will be announced at Noon on Saturday, July 3, at the Poker Run table in Hall A (Veterans Lower Level).

#2 Northeast Small Town Tour – 102

#1 Southeast River Valley – 79 miles

#3 Northwest through Ledges State Park - 102 miles

This is an easy ride that will take you along the Des Moines River Valley. We have a renewed eagle population and many nesting pairs in the trees along the river. It’s a water fowl refuge.The Checkerboard Restaurant in Pleasantville is a favorite place to stop—it has good food and a fun atmosphere. Or, detour a few miles south of Hwy 14 to the National Sprint Car Museum in Knoxville. You can also climb the observation tower at Red Rock Lake just after you turn onto Hwy 14 and cross the river. Just be sure to have change with you as, to get in, it takes only quarters.

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miles This is a very relaxing ride that will give you a chance to experience the beauty of the area. It takes you along the quiet back roads, through small towns and back again. View the rolling farmland that is Iowa. The crops should be green and growing all along the way. Points G to H on the map is part of the historic Lincoln Hwy. A favorite place for small town good eating, the Country House, can be found along the way—it’s on Hwy 30, just west of Colo (G). Their pie is homemade and delicious. Just be sure to take cash; they don’t take checks.

Head north out of town, past Camp Dodge (our National Guard base), then cross the mile-long bridge at Saylorville Lake into Polk City. From there, head north through Madrid and Luther and through Ledges State Park. Ledges State Park is a favorite ride with three water crossings, lots of sandstone cliffs, and plenty of hiking trails. Further on the ride, Boone is the home of the scenic valley railroad and museum. A fun place for lunch, or any meal, is the Giggling Goat in downtown Boone. Then it’s back, through rolling hills of agricultural area, to Des Moines.

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Each participant draws two (2) cards prior to riding the run, or they can draw all five (5) cards now, if they wish. Those participants who ride the Poker Run draw three more cards upon return. If a participant wishes to replace a card(s), each new card may be purchased for one dollar each. Each participant will also draw a card for a tie-breaker. The highest poker hand wins. Winners will be posted at noon on Saturday, July 3, at the Poker Run table in Hall A (Veterans Lower Level) of the Iowa Events Center.

Participants are not required to ride any of these beautiful routes. If you do, please be careful and enjoy the great riding in Iowa!

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Cash and Prizes Galore!

Saturday, July 3, at the Polk County Convention Complex (Closing Ceremonies, 2 pm - 3 pm, approx.)

Win Big Prizes All Week Long at Wing Ding! - All prizes are Must Be Present To Win -

ing Ding tops the motorcycle convention charts for chances to win cash and prizes! Here are just some of the prizes delegates will take home with them from the Hawkeye State and Des Moines this year. Be sure to bring your pink and/or grey ticket stubs and your numbered armband (full registrants only) to the Polk County Convention Complex. It’s a great way to end Wing Ding!

$10,000 Cash Prize!

Roadsmith Trike Conversion Kit

Sponsored by the Gold Wing Road Riders Association Who couldn’t use some extra cash? Again this year, GWRRA will give away $10,000 in cash to the lucky winner! If you haven’t already, make sure to get your PINK COLORED TICKETS for a chance to win big! Winner drawn at Closing Ceremonies. Must be present to win.

Donated by The Trike Shop Approximate value: $10,200

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More Chances To Win Cash! Wing Ding is the only international motorcycle convention to have daily 50/50s, plus a cumulative 50/20-15-10-5 at Closing Ceremonies with “big pot” prizes in the thousands! Last year, a total of more than $15,000 was won in the daily 50/50s and grand 50/20-15-10-5. Improve your odds by buying extra GREY COLORED TICKETS for the “big pot” drawn at Closing Ceremonies on Saturday. Must be present to win.

Get your grey tickets for your chance at the Grand 50/20-15-10-5

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(Shown with optional accessories.) Your NUMBERED ARMBAND could win you a painted and installed Roadsmith Trike conversion for the GL1800, GL1500, VTX1300 or VTX1800. Features fully independent rear suspension, a longer wheelbase, dual disc brakes, alloy wheels, large trunk receiver for hitch, factory matched paint and professional installation. The kit may be installed at our factory in Minnesota in only one day or at one of our dealers across the country (winner is responsible for shipping charges if dealer other than MN is chosen to install it). Winner drawn at Closing Ceremonies. Must be present to win. www.trikeshop.com

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GLT Trailer

Donated by Thoroughbred Motorsports / Motor Trike Approximate value: $2,750.

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Your NUMBERED ARMBAND could win you a Gel Coat trailer with Star trailer wheels, powder-coated tongue, 12V power point, chrome dome lamp with switch. Fully independent trailing arm suspension (reduces bouncing), radial tire and wheel combination, high quality coil-over shock connected to trailing arm. (Winner is responsible for 1-tone factory paint additional for $745 and crating and shipping - crating $150. Shipping will vary based on customer’s location) www.thoroughbred-motorsports.com / www.motortrike.com

Meet in the Middle Wing Ding Passport Program Win ONE OF THREE Luxury Packages from Küryakyn • Chrome Package • Comfort Package • Lighting Package Küryakyn will install one luxury package per day on a winner’s bike while at Wing Ding. Drawing will be held at Opening Ceremonies! (Passport entry form and rules to participate located on page 63 of the July 2010 issue of Wing World.)

Rider Education Prize Europa II Trailer

Donated by Hannigan Motorsports Approximate value: $3,290

Arai Helmets with J&M High Performance Integrated Headsets Donated by J&M Corporation Approximate value: $900

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Your NUMBERED ARMBAND gets you a chance to win “His and Hers” J&M/Arai helmets with J&M’s high performance Integrated Headsets installed. Winner drawn at Closing Ceremonies. Must be present to win. Winner has choice of color, size and model of the Arai helmets. (Based on Arai stock available in our inventory at time of Wing Ding.) www.jmcorp.com

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Get your DOUBLE-ROLL TICKETS at the GWRRA Rider Education booth for a chance to win a Europa II Trailer from Hannigan Motorsports! Winner drawn at Closing Ceremonies. Standard features include Independent Suspension with twin trailing arms, 2-inch powder-coated frame with Progressive Coil over Gas Shocks, 12-inch chrome wheels, carpeted floor and wheel wells, and new 2-inch round tongue. Includes interior, side marker, license plate and GL1800 taillights. Painted to match. (Upgrades available, but will be additional. Freight and crating additional.) Must be present to win. www.hannigantrikes.com

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Prize Extravaganza Drawings Mean More Chances to Win! Saturday, July 3, 2010, Beginning at 12:30 pm Hall A Stage, Lower level of Veterans Auditorium

Win Big Prizes All Week Long at Wing Ding! - ALL PRIZES ARE MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN Buy extra yellow-colored tickets to increase your odds of winning! Starlight Utility Trailer! Streamliner trailer from Neosho Fiberglass!—Trailer features: Strong fiberglass construction, full perimeter reinforced steel frame, self-opening prop doors, wood bumper with 3 running lights, fenders, hubcaps, jackstand, locking t-handle, 8” chrome wheels, Flexride independent suspension, safety chain, and front box. (Value $2,195.) www.neoshotrailers.com

Windshields from F4 Customs! Win one of three F4 Customs windshields. F4 Customs offers premium touring windshields for your GL1200, GL1500, or GL1800 Gold Wing. F4 Windshields are the only windshield that resists scratching, even with steel wool! They are manufactured with a patented coating that seals the pores of the windshield, making rain bead up and blow off creating fantastic visibility! (Value $1,200.) www.f4customs.com

Chrome, Lights, and Accessories! Big Bike Parts, Inc. Chrome and Accessories—Take your choice of $1,000-worth of BBP’s awesome array of chrome, lights, and many other types of accessories. Choose whatever your bike needs, from an UltraGard® cover to stitched goods from Hopnel, Show Chrome accents and other accessories. Apply your $1,000 gift certificate to your heart’s desire. www.bigbikeparts.com

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Great Touring Tires! Dunlop Motorcycle Tires—Win one of three sets of Dunlop tires, any size, any configuration, your choice, shipped directly to you! “Signature Wide whitewall” and select race compound tires not available. (Value $1,000.) www.dunlopmotorcycle.com

More Chrome, Lights, and Accessories! Küryakyn USA Chrome and Accessories—Here’s your opportunity to dress up your Wing, Valkyrie or other motorcycle from Küryakyn’s extensive catalog of glitz and bling-bling! Win a $1,000 gift certificate good toward accessories like the LED Ring of Fire for the GL1800. (Value $1,000.) www.kuryakyn.com

Set of Air Deflectors by Baker Built Air Wings! Win one of two sets of Air Deflectors and CRS (Power Park) stands for the Honda GL1800. Air Wings are fully adjustable air deflectors that are designed to make riding more comfortable in all weather conditions. Set includes: Hand Wings, Air Wings, and CRS (Center Stand, allows Park On and Ride Off). (Value $881.70.) www.bakerbuilt.com

Pakit Rak’s Stow Instead of Tow! Pakit Raks from Dixon Y Machine—Win one of two sets of Pakit Raks. An affordable alternative to an expensive trailer, the Pakit Rak has an easy-on, easy-off design that does not require a trailer hitch. The receiver bracket is completely hidden when not in use. All parts powdercoated high gloss black. (Value $750.) www.pakitrak.com

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Thanks & Acknowledgments

To everyone who has been an important part of making Wing Ding happen, we thank you! To all our Members and guests — you’re the reason we have the World’s Largest Gold Wing Family Gathering — Wing Ding! • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

To Paul & Shirley for starting GWRRA back in 1977! To All GWRRA Members who have supported GWRRA for the past 33 Years! To Clayton and Linda Alcorn, Region E Directors; Mike and Linda Huppenbauer, District Directors; Lonnie and Diane Borseth, Assistant District Directors; Mark Tilton, Joe Pirillo, John Greer and all the great folks in Region E. Governor Chet Culver , Mayor T.M. Franklin Cownie and all the businesses and citizens of the City of Des Moines Greg Edwards, President/CEO; Vicki Comegys, V.P. of Sales/Service; Paulette Lester, Tiffany Tauscheck, Michelle Schlicher, Marissa Biggerstaff, Becky Gruening and all the staff at the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau. The Des Moines Marriott and Renaissance Des Moines Savery for being our host properties and all the other participating hotels who helped make this event possible. Matt Homan, General Manager, Ruth Dotzenrod, Kelly Wyatt, Kelly Neilson and all the staff of Global Spectrum. Chief of Police Judy Bradshaw, Sgt. Jack Beardsley and all the Officers in the Des Moines Police Department; Mr. John TeKippie, Fire Chief, Rick Zimmerman and the Des Moines Fire Department and all First Responders. City of Des Moines, Gary Fox, City Traffic Engineer, Kandi Reindl, City Manager’s Office, City of Urbandale, Urbandale Police Department and Urbandale 4th of July Committee, City of West Des Moines, West Des Moines Police Department and Historic Valley Junction. State of Iowa and Iowa Department of Transportation KIOA 93.3 (FM radio station), the official radio sponsor of Wing Ding 32 Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and all the entertainers and staff who made the GWRRA Wing Ding 32 “Welcome Party” a great, fun event for us. To our event sponsors: J & M Corporation, American National Property and Casualty Co., Big Bike Parts, Bridgestone Motorcycle Tire Co., Centramatic, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, DFT Trikes, Electrical Connection, Innovative Balancing, J&P Cycles, Markel American Insurance Co., Motor Trike, Motorcycle Accessories Now, RV America Insurance, and WingStuff.com. To our major prize donors: J&M Corporation, The Trike Shop, Hannigan Motorsports, Big Bike Parts, Baker Built Products, Dunlop Motorcycle Tire Co., F4 Customs, Küryakyn USA, Pakit Rak, Neosho Fiberglass and Thoroughbred Motorsports/Motor Trike. All of our door prize donors for your continued participation and support. All our vendors who help make ours the best Gold Wing vendor show in the industry. To Barr-Nunn Transportation, Allied Insurance and other local businesses that helped support this event for Greater Des Moines. To Principal Financial Group for the Park and Ride Parking Garage. The hundreds of volunteers who help make Wing Ding a success by working the events and staffing registration, the GWRRA Official Products Booth, information booth, prize raffles, arranging the parades, field events, Bike Show, Talent Show, kids’ games, Rider Education events and all the different events we enjoy! To our National Staff: Gene & Betty Knutson, Ed & Linda Johnson and David & Kathy Orr. All Region, District, Chapter Directors and Officers and their staffs for their constant operational support. All Region, District and Chapter Rider Educators, Leadership Trainers, Membership Enhancement Officers and the SIG Coordinators. To our Former National, Regional, District and Chapter Officers who have retired this past year, we thank you for your time and service! Bruce and Gayle Babcock, Couple of the Year Coordinators; Alan and Carolyn Little, 2009-2010 ICOY; and all past and present International Couples of the Year for their participation and support. Bob and Karla Greer, Chapter of the Year Coordinators and the 2009 Chapters of the year for their participation and support. Roger & Linda Losornio, JB & Dauna Hamilton, Ernie & Linda Black, Renee Thomas, Jack & Teresa Kistler, Keith & Sharon Burkingstock, Earl & Joyce Fulcer, Jere Goodman, John Bennefield, Dave & Gwen Carter, and Mike Mitchell for your continued efforts on the Event Team. All Region Couples who competed this year for the title of International Couple of the Year. All the members of the Ohio Purple Peddlers Tricycle team for their great performance. To the Arizona Precision Motorcycle Drill Team, the California Gold Angels Drill Team, the Northern Lights Drill Team from Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, and all the other performers for thrilling us during Wing Ding. To all the staff at the Home Office, Melissa, Diane, Abel, Jennifer, Carolyn, Deena, Peggy, John, Matt, Ed, Julie and Michael, thank you for your dedication and continued efforts to make Wing Ding a success. To the citizens and businesses of Des Moines for your gracious hospitality! And to anyone else we may have overlooked, we apologize and we thank you!

-Mike & Lori Stiger, Director of GWRRA

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-Jodi Starr, Tradeshow Manager

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HEAT? WHAT HEAT?

A TEST RIDE ON CHAMPION TRIKES’ NEW HONDA GL1800 INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION TRIKE KIT By Molly “Triker Ch ick” Kig ht After riding four hours as a passenger to Garden Grove, California, I was anxious to get off my husband’s bike for a break. More importantly than simply a break, however, was the fact that I was scheduled to pick up a Honda Gold Wing GL1800 with Champion Trikes conversion for a week of test-riding. I was set to review not the GL1800 itself but rather its marriage to Champion’s brand-new Honda GL1800 Independent Suspension trike kit. So we quickly checked into our hotel then swung by the factory to pick up the trike.

The author gets set to test ride a Gold Wing with Champion Honda GL1800 Independent Suspension conversion. Photo by Debbie Hoage.

First Impressions My background in motorcycling involves mainly Harley-Davidsons, so I must say that I was expecting an armchair-like bike that would give me the urge to poodle perm my hair and don orthopedic shoes. Instead, as I looked over the glossy, sleek, deep maroon, and futuristic-looking trike, I was surprised to find I was pleased with its appearance. It was sportier than I had expected. And needless to say, the urge to listen to polka and play bocce ball melted away. My snobbery was being chipped away by the minute, and I was beginning to feel a twang of shame for prejudging what was to be a marvelous bike. If the bike were to be described esthetically as a drink, this bike was a martini—sophisticated and classy, with a bit of James Bond 007 edginess. Indeed, the Gold Wing GL1800 with Champion trike kit was sleeker than a wet otter. And despite its overall width of 57.75” and 109” length (which included the EZ-Steer option), it still appeared to be manJuly 2010

ageable for a little lady like myself. The fit of the kit to the original chassis was seamless. The floorboards were integrated into the body as if they had always been there, and the trunk fit nicely and naturally under the Honda tour pack. Optional accent panels gave additional lighting and wonderful flowing design characteristics.

Learning the Essentials Champion Trikes personnel briefly guided me through the controls of the bike. The reverse was located on the right handlebar. A push of a button, and a thumbed toggle led to a very slow back up (so slow, in fact, that I think a snail could have beaten me going uphill in molasses). Yet the reverse served its purpose, to back out of a parking space with the least amount of effort. And strangely, the same toggle I used for the reverse was also the starter button. I discovered the new kit comes with a list of features, including 47

The standard sway bar can be upgraded to Champion’s exclusively designed Variable Sway Control (VSC™). Photo by Debbie Hoage.

color-matched paint, high performance independent automotive rear disc breaks with aluminum wheels, custom-built lightweight rear end, powder-coated components, reinforced fiberglass body construction, and an extra-large trunk that includes over-the-wheel storage. This trunk has enough room to stow up to five full-face helmets (or a small child wearing a helmet). It’s a traveling girl’s dream! In addition, the kit includes OEM tail and signal lights plus a threeyear, limited warranty. Everything in this kit is produced at the Champion factory and handmade in the US of A. Champion installs the kits in their factory, or they may be installed by an authorized Champion Dealer. All “plug and play” electrical components are factory-installed, matching the Gold Wing’s lighting, mounting hardware, dual high performance disc brakes, optional EZ-Steer and new balanced drive shaft. Aluminum alloy wheels with mounted balanced tires are a bonus. The component in which I was most interested was the independent suspension called the Comfort Ride Trike (CRT™) Suspension. It features high pressure gas shock absorbers, forged upper and lower control arms,

The extra-large trunk includes over-the-wheel storage. Photo by Debbie Hoage.

and high pressure cast components that add durability as it reduces weight. The standard sway bar can be upgraded to their exclusively designed Variable Sway Control (VSC™), allowing still additional comfort. The CRT™ still shares the common body of the rigid axle trike, maintaining the extra large trunk space I almost could crawl into for a short nap.

The Test Ride Begins All of the aforementioned accoutrements had been installed on the test bike. Jim Pinto, Vice President and General Manager of Champion, called me just before I took her out on the road. “Don’t feel bad if you end up liking the Honda more than your Harley,” he teased. Something told me he might be correct. Putting all my preconceived notions aside, I was anxious to see what she could do. I pushed the starter button, heard a light coughing sound and then a gentle purr. Is this on? I wondered. I would soon get my answer as I tentatively let out the clutch and turned the throttle with a lurch. I wasn’t used to the quick responsiveness. I dialed in the levers closer to the grips on both the throttle and the clutch but, as a petite woman with child-sized hands, I felt I could have had the levers even closer for my ease. From the parking lot I sprang onto a city street, jerking all the way as I got used to its reactions to my clutch play. When shifting up, I noticed the shifting pedal was enclosed in a fairly small toe-cove. I pondered how a normalsized shoe would fit in there, as even I had difficulties with my size six boot. Yet the shifting action itself was smooth when I used the clutch properly (so sue me, it was an unfamiliar bike!). My husband and I rode the ten miles back to our hotel, which gave me enough time to get into the groove of my ride. I enjoyed the light buzzing sound of the engine and the minimal head shake in the somewhat hot and gusty winds. I got a lot of curious looks and thumbsups, which thrilled me to no end, as I zoomed down the boulevard. I have to admit, I love being the center of attention and this bike definitely attracts attention. Look at me…wee! Once we arrived at the hotel, my husband (weighing in at over 200 lbs) hopped on the passenger seat and went with me to the nearby drugstore to pick up some refreshments. Upon disembarking, he commented that the passenger seat was “cushy” and “deluxe”.

Day Two of the Test Ride The following day, we took the Los Angeles highways north for the 250-plus mile trip home. We hit more traffic than a salmon 48

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swimming upstream, but the engine seemed perfectly happy with the stop-and-go and I was overjoyed that the insides of my legs were not getting seared on the engine like raw ahi. I continued to feel perky despite the traffic, mostly due to the well-padded seat. Unfortunately, though, I found my neck and arms were beginning to ache and tingle. I concluded this was because I had to stretch to reach the handlebars. (Just a note to Honda here: Adjustable handlebars! Feel free to use my idea.) Finally liberated from the traffic, we hummed along the twisty turns of the 154 Cachuma Pass from Santa Barbara to Los Olivos. We caught the 101 and sailed home. I often used the cruise control the remaining 40 miles and felt re-energized and impressed with the bike.

Day Three and Beyond of the Test Ride The next day, it was time to show off a little bit. With the flick of a convenient button just in front of my left shin, I adjusted the suspension to the softer side. Then I headed out to the edges of the Central Coast wine country known as Tepusquet (pronounced TEP-OOH-SKAY) Canyon to pay a visit to Mom. I grew up in this rural area and know the road intimately. The twisty turns that can be dauntingly tight were on the menu for this delicious country road—and I was ravenous. The bike glided around the turns as the EZ-Steer, VSC™, and independent suspension assisted. I was able to take the S-turns with ease and not have to muscle the bike with a mighty push/pull method like other trikes I have experienced. I also had the opportunity to test the brakes when a lithe, and somewhat clueless, doe jumped into my path. I was far enough from her to have ample time to brake, but I still ended up at a full halt with all brakes engaged. Yep, the brakes worked superbly. As the week wore on, I was thrilled at the mileage I was getting. It was over 37.5 mpg, even with the resistance of high winds and street miles, so filling up seemed more like an occasion than drudgery. I took one more test trip to the sleepy, western town of Los Alamos to take a fellow biker to lunch. The long, mountain-lined straight-aways allowed me to open her up and see what she could do. The wind made it more difficult to handle at the higher speeds, however that was not the fault of the trike itself, just the nature of the beast when fighting significant gales.

Grading the Ride Taking the bike back to Garden Grove was a bit sad. In the time I’d had her, I had become fond of “the Honda”. But, after all, it was a test bike and I had to turn it in for the grade. For me, the Gold Wing with Champion’s brand-new Honda GL1800 Independent Suspension trike kit received a B+ overall. July 2010

Champion’s brand-new Honda GL1800 Independent Suspension trike kit unveiled. Photo courtesy of Icon Media.

A close-up look at the Comfort Ride Trike (CRT™) independent suspension. Photo courtesy of Icon Media.

Grading the CRT™ system as a separate entity, I gave it an A for its easy feel and steering flow that is not the norm in most trike kits. After dropping off the bike, I was able to take the Champion Trikes & Sidecar Factory Tour, graciously hosted by Jim Pinto himself. Jim explained that they regularly stock a two-week supply of inventory and offer “just in time” delivery in an effort to keep down the costs. An average conversion takes only three to four weeks and includes EZ-Steer and their mechanical reverse (and these features can be installed on conventional two-wheelers as well.) Continuing through the 43,000 square feet of the pristine factory, we walked along racks of parts that Jim described as “plug and play”, comprised to simplify the ability to replace or change parts for conversions, repairs, and adaptations. The tires are high-quality Dunlops or Pirellis and, just to class things up, one can order wire wheels instead of the included aluminum alloy. The trikes come equipped with disc brakes, and they now offer the long-awaited independent suspension for both the Harley and Honda conversions, such as the one I test rode.

Conclusion For me, the independent suspension was the highlight of the test ride. There is still no lean with the new suspension, but there’s a softer ride with more movement, conducive to less “jerking.” The controls are variable and adjustments are made with torsion bars/blades that move up and down. It is mainly a feature added for comfort, especially for those towing trailers or riding two-up. Still, I felt a significant difference even as a single rider and can confidently recommend Champion’s independent suspension. Once one rides the Champion Gold Wing GL1800, I believe one will seriously consider obtaining it, or at least converting their current trike to the CRT™ suspension. At this time, most of Champion’s sales are derived from first-time owners and Honda conversions. Hondas are the best fit for the adaptations because the parts so easily complement each other’s strong points. So if you are a fan of Gold Wings and like to trike, this bike may just be for you. As for me, my test ride left me both a fan of the Gold Wing and a fan of the CRT™ independent suspension. ●

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raveling cross country to Wing Ding and back is a special treat that I look forward to annually. Each year, I set out from Detroit with few plans and great anticipations of new adventures. An anticipation fulfilled for this ride was that my riding partner, Ernest Cornelius (who couldn’t come along in 2008), rejoined me on the 2009 tour. As a result, I was once again able to focus on writing while Ernie concentrated on photography and navigation though, at first, things seemed a bit out of sync. Ernie frequently missed turnoffs and had to loop around to reconnect with our route. Gradually, however, the problem lessened and the rhythm of our ride together returned. As we got well into the trip, we traveled through Illinois, Missouri, and Oklahoma. While traveling along the toll road of Route 412, we could see an expansive land panorama unfold as the narrow highway rambled along fertile farmland. It wasn’t a long drive, but it became an intriguing one. Soon afterward, we crossed the state line into Kansas. Kansas proved to be a straight, mundane plain with little variance. While there, we pulled a bike maintenance to assure that all was in order. The maintenance was done because, when we had prepared to leave Michigan, Ernie’s case guards detached and needed to be retapped to accept new bolts because the original ones stripped out. In preparation for the tour, we had driven over to Fred’s Bikes and Trikes, Inc. and explained our dilemma to owner Larry Franz. He gave immediate attention to the problem, and his diligence in correcting it helped us get back on the road. Now our maintenance concern was to allay our fear of a recurrence; one we felt would affect our ability to tow a trailer. The motorcycles seemed to run well. And, as a further precaution, we both had our tires checked after we arrived at Wing Ding in Tulsa, Oklahoma. We had lodged with the Foster family during our stay at the event and bid them a hardy farewell as we prepared for the longer portion of our road tour. Now we were focused on crossing into Colorado and eventually into Utah. July 2010

Shortly after crossing the Colorado state line, we noticed that the sky had darkened. We pulled over and donned our raingear. As soon as we did, the rain began to fall. It proved to be a daunting experience. We found ourselves riding in a torrential downpour. Now we’ve ridden in strong rains before, but this was different because it seemed as if someone had poured an endless supply of water into a strong turbine fan and then directed it in our path. And besides the heavy downpour, the turbulent wind caused the bikes to list and made it challenging to keep them upright. I squirmed in my seat and twisted anxiously to adjust to the conditions. I was very uncomfortable and could feel the hairs stand on the back of my neck. It was an ominous storm, however, we had to travel over 40 miles in it since we had few options due to sparse accommodations. Finally we saw a motel and pulled off the road for the evening. A traveling couple pulled in close behind us. They said that they had been able to ride out the storm in their car because they had kept us in their line of sight. They also said that we were crazy in our pursuit. However, they did add that we were very skilled and gutsy cyclists. The next morning, we packed and headed toward Denver. Immediately we could see the landscape change. What we had traversed earlier were flatlands and plains, and now they had morphed into hillsides and sloping landscapes. As we scoured the landscape, we could see the pearl white crowns of towering mountains shrouded in the smog53

covered distance. They rose just below the skyline. Thus far, it was the most treasured panorama of our tour. We were fast approaching Arapahoe County, the third most populated county in Colorado. It is the seat of Denver and is so named for the indigenous Arapahoe Nation of Native Americans. While passing through Denver, we could see the beckoning hillsides before us. The mountain passes were steep and warned of graded descents. Mountain waters swiftly flowed alongside our route, and my mind exploded with profound thoughts as our engines groaned out their strained protests at every mountain ascent. Our lungs labored in concert with our challenged, pinging engines. It was a labor of love. It sparked a recall, in part, of the late John Denver’s song “Rocky Mountain High”: …He climbed cathedral mountains, he saw silver clouds below, Saw everything as far as you can see. And they say that he got crazy once and that he tried to touch the sun, and he lost a friend, but kept the memory. Now he walks in quiet solitude, the forest and the stream, seeking grace in every step he takes, his sight is turned inside himself, to try and understand, the serenity of a clear blue mountain lake. And the Colorado Rocky Mountain High, I’ve seen it raining fire in the sky

You can talk to God and listen to the casual reply. Rocky Mountain High,…in Colorado… Rocky Mountain High… As we began our descents, we inhaled the scent of searing tractor trailer truck brakes and took note of the presence of off-road-run-away truck ramps. We constantly pumped our brakes to avoid overheating; the mountains have a way of challenging all vehicle systems. It was a twisty ride, and each passing mountain vista and low-lying pastoral valley opened our eyes to beautiful alpine surroundings. The view thrilled us and filled us with great anticipation of grander vistas yet to come. It caused me to reflect on a similar reverence that Wellesley College English professor and poet, Katharine Lee Bates experienced as she viewed the fertile countryside while atop Pikes Peak in 1893. Her lyrics, set to music by Silas G. Pratt, soothingly whispered from my lips while singing what has become an anthem to our country’s natural beauty inherent in the song “America the Beautiful”: O beautiful for spacious skies, For amber waves of grain, For purple mountain majesties Above the fruited plain! America! America! God shed his grace on thee And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea! It was an exuberant moment, and we were in concert with nature and felt humbled by the exposure. The weather had been hot and dank. But upon descending into the deep valleys, it cooled considerably, so much so, in fact, that we entertained donning our cool weather wear. But it was a good thing we waited out the clothing change because it soon became hot and humid again. And, after doing so, it remained that way most of the tour. In fact, as we

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motored closer to Utah the temperature rose to three digits and kept us parched, causing us to drink gallons of water throughout the day. We had planned to visit the national parks in Moab, Utah. Its national parks are renowned for their canyons and natural arches. So we headed west on I-70 and turned onto a very desolate road. At first glance, it appeared to be just an arid, barren roadway hastily penciled into the desert landscape. But to our surprise, it was a well-paved road. However, it was very twisty as it rambled alongside the Colorado River, snaking its way through a desolate, barren landscape. Suddenly, however, the vista opened up into a vaulting beautiful, colorful, mountainous countryside. It appeared sculpted in its natural presentation, which included rouge-colored rock formations. The vigorous flowing Colorado River provided enhanced scenic foreground activity. Once we arrived in the town of Moab, we decided that time would allow us a visit to only one national park. We chose to visit Arches National Park, and the visit was an ethereal experience. It was as if we had stumbled onto hallowed grounds. The gorgeous salt-sculpted rock figures captivated our imaginations. Although windswept, the rocks seemed deliberately chiseled, with many forms appearing cathedral in motif. Neither the brushstrokes of Italian sculptor and painter Michelangelo, nor the scriptured writings of English poet John Milton could adequately describe what we saw and felt. We were captivated by Navajo sandstone that jutted skyward as it curiously poised balancing rock formations. After our visit to the Arches, we began preparing for our return trip home. Our objective was to do so along a scenic route away from the interstate. We left Grand Junction and headed toward the town of Montrose. Along the way, we leisurely observed the activities of small-town America

as its routine commerce bustled along the route. We surmised that our return home would be casual. While leisurely riding, we saw a national park sign posting for Black Canyon National Park we became curious about, even though it was a bit off the main road. The canyon is so-called because little sunlight can penetrate its deep, sheer, narrow walls. Early settlers considered it foreboding due to its shadow-shrouded appearance. Even though the Ute Indians who lived in the area were familiar with its rims, they fail to show any evidence of human occupation upon its awesome gorge. Black Canyon presented one of the most hair-raising challenges I’ve experienced as a rider. Navigating much of its roadway was both unnerving and anxiety inspiring. It tapped into our greatest spirit of anticipation. Since we were inspired, we embarked upon a ride from the upper rim down to the Gunnison River at the canyon’s base. We followed East Portal road. It is an awesome pathway—very steep, with treacherous hairpin turns and a 16-degree roadway pitch. In the past, I have very cautiously navigated 7-degree and 8-degree grades. This roadway dwarfed past experiences in its steep descents. And our descent strained our engines, which compressed to compensate for the steep grade. It also wore heavily upon our brakes. It was a five-mile run; one that will be indelibly etched in our long-term memory. I am uncomfortable with heights, and this run did nothing to allay my anxiety. As a result, my observations were limited to stolen glances of the panoramic view. My tongue and palate became very dry, I breathed heavily from the altitude, I labored to salivate, and my eyes darted at a frenzied pace. I could feel the strained tension in my shoulders even as I attempted to relax—something I had to coax myself into doing—while navigat-

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ing the roadway. Perspiration filled my palms as I tightened by grip. The ascent, too, was similar in intensity. After returning to the rim, we visited the outhouse (it was very clean), retrieved our trailer, and returned to Highway 50 and along the beaten path. The route provided scenic access to Pueblo. Along the way, we entered another mountain pass, called Monarch Pass, which climbs over 11,000 feet into the mountains. While there, we stopped at the summit store and conversed with a clerk, who we found was a college intern, before beginning our descent along Route 50. Finally we arrived in Pueblo, where we dined and rested for the evening. The next morning, we started out along I-25 which led us to Trinidad, Colorado. While there, we searched for an eatery. We were directed to a small diner called Fabilis Wings, where we dined sufficiently while being coaxed into conversation by an employee and the diner’s owner. The food was great, and we were happy we had stopped. As we tipped the waiter and left the restaurant, the owner bolted out the door just as we started our engines. I had over-tipped him by 70 dollars, and he raced to return my money. Before leaving, I compensated him appropriately and thanked him for his honesty. It now ranks as my favorite dining spot for reasons beyond the good food! We then left the restaurant and proceeded toward New Mexico. It was an arid drive, and the temperature soared to around 104 degrees. New Mexico is very colorful and considered a land of enchantment; however, our interest while passing through in the scorching heat was to keep hydrated as we headed toward the Texas panhandle. Upon arriving in Texas, we stopped for petrol. While there, I was stung by a bee. It was a painful encounter on my jaw in an area I couldn’t see. While I writhed in pain, I implored Ernie to extract the stinger. As I contorted in anguish, Ernie walked over to admire a motorcycle parked nearby. I stared

at him in disbelief! When I called out to him, he remembered my discomfort and returned to search for his medical kit. Finally, he located his tweezers and magnifying glass and extracted the stinger. I later learned that his nonchalance stemmed from the fact that he had never suffered a bee sting. After filling our tanks, we continued across the panhandle. The heat rode with us and caused us to make frequent stops for ice. It melted quickly, so our stops to replenish it were made often. Finally, we stopped to see a famous roadside cross, purported to be one of the world’s largest. We spent about an hour touring the site before moving on. But our brief stop did little to diminish the sun’s hot rays. It was extremely hot, and we drank plenty of water—gallons of water. Finally, as night fell upon us, we decided to pull in. We checked into one of the few motels that had vacancies posted. Rarely do we make plans when and where to check in because we enjoy spontaneous encounters. After a good night’s sleep, we prepared for an early departure. However, the front desk was closed, and we wanted to get some ice. The hotel owner came out and brought a small ice bag for us to share. We explained that we each needed a bag and, thus, he returned with a second bag. His parting out measured amounts of ice may have indicated an economic hardship. Whatever the case, we accepted the ice and returned to the interstate. Our route took us along I-40 back through Oklahoma and into Fort Smith, Arkansas. From there, we connected with I-540, a route which traverses the Boston Mountains. They are tall, lush, green hillsides. The drive through the mountains was a fresh departure from the mountains of Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico. And we were informed by residents there that their fall colors would be worth a return visit. In their greenness I could vividly imagine a seasonal change in hues that would be breathtaking. It presented a panorama that vividly embellished the Arkansas countryside.

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The Boston chain is the most rugged part of Arkansas’ Ozark area and rises to nearly 4,000 feet. It is a big attraction of the Ozark National Forest and, while passing through it, I curiously pondered where it had gotten the moniker, Boston. Most residents I spoke with Our lodging hosts at Wing Ding: (center, L to R) Ernest's were uncertain about cousins Rachelle, Elizabeth, Angela and Eric Foster. the origin. Finally, though, I spoke to someone in the tourism bureau who informed me that it was so-dubbed because it is difficult to traverse due to its rugged topography. I was told it therefore may have evolved from the slang “boston”, which suggests a difficult task. Another possibility is that someone corrupted a French phrase for “rough road.” Ponder it if you will, that was the response from the locals. Our mountain ride ended in Fayetteville, where we stopped to eat prior to continuing our tour. Before moving on, I attached my laundry to my bike to sun dry. As we started toward the highway, I observed that Ernie’s trailer appeared awkward so I called out a warning. Ernie slowed his pace and turned into a service station. Together we rolled the trailer tires to discover the problem but to no avail. The problem was not fully realized until we drove up the road to a Wal-Mart, where we observed that the rear tire had a hole in it. We found it disheartening because we had purchased the tires just the day before and had installed them in the store parking lot. The store manager would not replace the failed tire. However, he did give us a 50-percent discount on the purchase of a replacement. We took it, as it was our best opportunity to restore our road readiness. We are both optimists so, after the tire exchange, we hoped to make good road time—perhaps even as far as Missouri. But while driving along the highway, we encountered a semi-truck accident. It was a rollover that left a lengthy trail of twisted steel along the roadway. We weren’t sure of the driver’s condition, but Ernie wanted to take pictures of the mishap. To satisfy his curiosity, he walked along the gauntlet of wreckage and stopped to converse with other onlookers. He discovered little and, despite our optimism, we lost a good measure of travel time. Since it was fruitless to attempt to gain lost time, we relaxed and settled into a comfortable pace. Now I began to reflect on why I was on the trip at all. I had encountered serious medical concerns earlier in the year. These challenges changed my life considerably. To help allay my health issue, it required a six-hour surgery with over ten weeks for a modest

recovery. As I deeply reflected on my health challenges, I recalled an appropriate quote from English biographer Izaak Walton, an angler who wrote about an idyllic life soothingly lived through his pastoral and angling exploits. In his book The Compleat Angler, he wrote: Look to your health and if you have it, praise God, and value it next to a good conscience; for Health is the second blessing that we mortals are Capable of; a blessing that money cannot buy. Fittingly, the beautiful roadside foliage helped to soothe my mind and restore my spiritual and physical well-being. My thoughts became comforting companions along the way. Before too long, we stopped to dine and, afterward, Ernie wanted to pull off and photograph an army tank. He is a former Marine, and most of the time when he spots military equipment he wants to stop. Since we had stopped to dine before encountering the tank, it caused a brief delay in our planned travel. Afterward, we returned to the highway and moved along the Missouri countryside. We had been riding for a couple of hours when we decided to conclude our day of travel. It was time for two road-weary motorcyclists to seek lodging for the evening. While we were checking in, Ernie discovered that four cyclists from Arkansas had checked into the room adjoining ours. We talked with them (I talked very briefly due to time constraints); Ernie, meanwhile, spent several hours exchanging motorcycle and combat stories while I retired to advance my tour writing. The next morning we bid our neighbors farewell and stopped to eat breakfast, after which we began our journey homeward. Our pace quickened as we raced to put the Ozark country behind us. We made fewer stops and afforded ourselves less leisure time; towns and tourist venues passed with little notice. Missouri was waning in our wake—Rolla, Sullivan, St. Clair, St. Louis. We traveled I-44 like a bullet train. Our focus had become singular. We could see little as we set our sights on home. As the day concluded, we had covered over 500 miles and were deep into the Illinois countryside before shutting down. Our final day of riding was ahead of us. It was going to be a day of leisure, one where miles were not pressing and all roadside scenery was commonplace and ordinary. The most exciting thing about our last leg of travel was recalling the terrific memories that traipsed kaleidoscopically in the regions of our minds. I can recall thinking about the wonderful, nature-filled communion our journey had afforded us as I pulled off the I-94 freeway. I didn’t think about rider fatigue or the many miles we had traveled. My thoughts were fixed instead on our next journey and the excitement it would bring. ●

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A GL1800 production line shot showing the model’s industry-setting aluminum frame.

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THE GOLD WING TURNS 35: CELEBRATING THE FIRST PRODUCTION OF THE GL1800 Most information, and all photos, courtesy of Honda News Intro and close by Sharon Stanley Three-and-a-half decades ago, Honda introduced a bike to the American marketplace that revolutionized long-distance motorcycle touring. The GL1000 was different from other motorcycles in many ways, but particularly because of its liquid-cooled horizontally opposed four-cylinder engine that created a ride so smooth one could reputedly balance a coin on one of the cylinders while it ran. Throughout the years, the Gold Wing has morphed from a 999cc “naked” Wing to the fuel-injected 1,832cc, fully dressed and equipped touring package it is today. Though Honda itself traditionally has honored the 10-year anniversaries of its flagship motorcycle series, we thought we’d take a moment to celebrate a bit of exactly what it took to first produce the latest model of this undisputed champion of two-wheeled touring—especially in regard to the model’s new, industry-setting aluminum frame and plastic. (For a more in-depth look at the features of each introductory model, please refer to our previous article, titled “35 Year of the Honda Gold Wing in 2010: A Look Back”, in the October 2009 issue of Wing World.)

CELEBRATING THE “GRAND PRODUCTION” OF THE FIRST GL1800S When introducing a new model, most manufacturers provide reams of technical specifications and explain the benefits of change. But another story hovers behind the scenes when a completely new motorcycle makes the trip from a clean-sheet design to the dealer’s showroom floor. In the case of the 2001 GL1800 Gold Wing, this amazingly complex journey was known only to the cadre of engineers who, working together with the new model team and key manufacturing associates and suppliers, orchestrated the production of the new model. Previous Gold Wing models had established long-standing benchmarks for fit and finish. With the new GL1800 Gold Wing, Honda raised the bar again. But while increasing the production quality of the new Gold Wing was imperative, so was the cycle time—the time it takes to build a motorcycle on the production line. The longer the cycle time, the more the model costs in terms of man-hours. And designers, after all, are not July 2010

specialists in the detailed art of manufacturing and its production line. The Gold Wing, especially the new model, was the most complex motorcycle Honda had ever built. It would have the kind of technologically advanced components found in a Honda automobile—yet had to be built to about one-quarter the size. And building the Gold Wing required a great deal of handwork: Frames had to be welded exclusively by hand, engines built one at a time, etc., so simply gearing up to produce the new model was a daunting task. The Marysville Motorcycle Plant (MMP) in Ohio—which started production of Gold Wings in 1979—had to be redesigned to build the new Gold Wing efficiently and with the highest quality. Lessons learned over the previous 20 years of motorcycle production were merged with the latest in innovative, efficient production techniques. For instance, the weld shop added two new bays and 16 welding machines to handle the Gold Wing’s aluminum frame. The paint shop had to change its pretreatment system to use chemicals that could accommodate the aluminum frame and needed entirely new fixtures to hang plastic body parts for painting. And for the motorcycle itself, 14 new sets of dies were created to make 23 body parts. MMP also needed a new chassis dyno for the end of the production line, one that could accommodate the quality check for the Gold Wing’s antilock brake system (ABS). To decrease the weight of the GL1800 from that of the GL1500, the new frame was to be an extruded frame made out of high-strength aluminum. This—in and of itself—was a remarkable feat. “The biggest difference with the aluminum frame,” said then Fit Team CoLeader Steve Carter, “was the tolerancing—that is, making the unit more precise. The GL1800’s aluminum frame incorporated a number of cast parts and each of these parts was CNC-machined to keep all the variables very well controlled. So this new frame was a lot more precisely manufactured than the old steel frame. We had better measurements, better tolerances.” In addition, welding aluminum was “a whole different ball game,” according to then subproject leader/welder Mark Clevenger. “With a steel frame, the sequence of building steps 59

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alters the manner in which distortion adds up as the assembly process progresses. With an aluminum frame, distortion can become more of a problem because aluminum transfers the heat so quickly to the other parts of the frame. So the distortion is more significant, yet it has to be kept to a tighter tolerance because the frame doesn’t bend and flex as much as a steel frame does. So in an aluminum-frame weld shop, they have to be that much more accurate. And the sequence in which you weld components must be planned very carefully.” Also Honda had, in 1988, enclosed the entire prior model in plastic (which gave it a seamless appearance); all-new f ixtures were created for the GL1800, and their gracefully flowing lines would likewise need to be formed from plastic. But “plastic is very diff icult to control,” said Carter. “In the Gold Wing, because of some of the materials we used, a big part could shrink up to 5mm. And then when you painted it, you [could] encounter problems with heat distortion as the paint cured. Because the paint affects the plastic, the parts have to be positioned a certain way. Even changing the color can change the shrink rate of a certain component. We had to hang them in a specif ic position and actually put stress on them to shape them and make them come out the way we wanted them to.” The waiting parts were hung, instead of stored in baskets, to reduce stress and distortion. Paint build-up on the fixtures had to be burned off at 1800 degrees F, after which the fixtures were again measured for trueness. And all this just to paint the bodywork. About the only part of the new Gold Wing that was relatively simple to produce was the engine, because its design did not differ

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radically from the 1520cc engines used in the previous Gold Wing and existing Valkyrie models. Just as with the 1500 engines, crankshaft bearings were carefully matched to exacting tolerances, but the 1800 motor got an extra process. Unlike the GL1500, which uses hydraulic valve lash adjusters, the 1800 uses a shim-under-bucket adjustment design. So the engine assembly line at MMP included a shim selection machine that measured the cam lobes and cam journals, plus the clearances in the head from the valve stems and the journals for the cams. All of this information was digitally digested, producing a printout that defined what size shim should be used for each valve. A few crucial elements contributed to the final success of the GL1800’s production. Tom Briggs, engineering project leader for the Gold Wing, said, “Probably the single highest impact activity we had going for the project was the establishment of what we call a Fit Team. [Its] sole responsibility was to engineer the fit and finish of this motorcycle. When we built up a unit, they’d take a look at gap space and flushness, and if it was excessive, they’d determine the problem—whether it had to do with specification, the engineering drawing, a manufacturing problem or an assembly problem. Then they worked with the departments and suppliers to determine the best solution.” For instance, just getting the plastic fuel cap cover to sit flat and snap shut correctly in accordance with the GL’s uncompromising specifications took zealous dedication from this team. In addition, associate input and quality assurance processes—found everywhere along the Gold Wing’s assembly line—also played vital roles in helping to produce the model we still love today—the GL1800!

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AN EVENT CELEBRATING THE GOLD WING’S 35TH ANNIVERSARY During the AMA’s Vintage Days, this July 9-11 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Lexington, Ohio, reportedly, Craig Vetter will give a presentation of “The Vetter GL Days” as well as a subsequent award for the best Vetter dressed GL in attendance. In addition, the Naked GoldWings Club will be holding its East Coast Mini Rally there. For more info, visit www.vintagemotorcycledays.com.

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MEET in the MIDDLE Entry Form Member Name:______________________________________________________________________________________________ Member number: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ City/State/Zip: ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone # _________________________________________ Cell Phone #_________________________________________ Email Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please attach proof of purchase (original receipts) to your entry and deposit in bin located near Pre Registration at Wing Ding. Drawing will be held at opening ceremonies. Deadline for turning in entry is just before Opening Ceremonies commence. You could win one of three "luxury" bike package from Küryakyn, when you enter the “Meet In The Middle Wing Ding Passport Program”. GWRRA Members traveling to Wing Ding 32 in Des Moines, Iowa, are eligible to participate and will be entered into a drawing at Opening Ceremonies at Wing Ding to win one of these great prizes! HERE’S HOW IT WORKS: To participate in this “scavenger hunt”-type ride, you will be required to visit (and purchase something from) at least four (4) participating companies as you’re traveling to Wing Ding. You will attach these receipts (proofs of purchase) to the above “Entry Form”. Once you arrive at Wing Ding, turn in the filled-out Entry Form with the attendee’s contact information and the proofs of Purchase (receipts) attached. There will be a bin located at a designated location (Pre Registration), as well as at Opening Ceremonies. (Deadline for turning in the entry form and receipts is just before Opening Ceremonies commence.). Limit one entry per person. In the June & July Wing World magazine, we will run an advertising page featuring participating company information, and a entry form and rules to participate. Members who participate will be entered into a drawing to be held at Wing Ding Opening Ceremonies. Only Wing Ding registrants are eligible to enter to win one of three valuable Küryakyn “luxury” bike packages. By participating in this contest, entrants agree to the specific rules, terms and conditions provided for this particular contest.

MEMBER BENEFIT PROGRAMS • Wing World Magazine — Receive one full year of the industry leader for information about the Gold Wing and Valkyrie, as well as product evaluations, riders’ stories, technical information, beautiful photos, free classified ads, tours and rallies calendar, and more. • Rescue Towing and Emergency Roadside Assistance — As a paid Member of GWRRA, you receive FREE 24- hour/7-days-a-week towing up to 35 miles per disablement and roadside assistance for your motorcycle or any motorcycle you are riding, including as a passenger. If you have a Family membership, your registered household family members are covered too. • Gold Book Service Directory — You’re never alone when you carry your Gold Book. Participating Members listed by state to assist you with lodging, tools, directions, or just fellowship. • Rider Education — Working hand-in-glove with such organizations as the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) and the national association of State Motorcycle Administrators (SMSA), GWRRA Educators conduct informative and entertaining riding and classroom sessions to improve riding skills and safety. GWRRA’s exclusive four-tier Rider Education Program encourages consistent ongoing training through commitment to safe motorcycling, frequently refreshed training in CPR and first aid skills, and ongoing study. http://www.gwrra.org/ regional/ridered/index.html • Chapter Life — Come join the fun at a Chapter gathering! Go along on a group ride, partake in a poker-run, potluck, charity ride, or any of the numerous activities available to GWRRA Members in their local area. • Wingin’ It monthly, e-Newsletter! This informative e-newsletter has timely news from GWRRA’s Home Office, including the latest benefits, events, a profile on a Home Office associate or Volunteer Officer, as well as a special coupon with a discount on Official Products. • Leadership Training — Free training that focuses on leadership skills. Though some of the training deals specifically with skills needed

in a GWRRA leadership position, other training deals with Life Skills and Member Orientation topics that will enhance the member’s life both http://www.gwrra.org/ within and outside of GWRRA. regional/training/training.htm • Membership Materials — 4” full-color patch, two 4” full-color decals, full-color Membership pin, plus more… MEMBER DISCOUNT PROGRAMS • Rescue Plus — An optional upgrade, for ONLY $25 per year, includes all the benefits of Rescue Towing and Roadside Assistance, PLUS covers the towing of any non-commercial vehicle (under one ton, including cars, trucks, and motorcycle trailers) AND increases covered towing from 35 to 100 miles (per disablement). Visit www.towbusters.com for all the details. • Wing Ding — Attend the world’s largest Gold Wing motorcycle rally and trade show. Wing Ding is the only major American motorcycle event to change locations each year, bringing the largest Gold Wing and Valkyrie vendors, grand parade, rider education, entertainment and seminars to different and exciting, air-conditioned venues every summer. Visit www.wing-ding.org. • GWRRA Official Products — Apparel, jewelry, rider education aids, recognition plaques and more – the finest products to proudly display your membership in GWRRA. http://www.gwrra.org/wearhouse/index.html • GW Pin & Patch — We understand how important your special events and occasions are. Using the finest materials and workmanship, we provide the best quality pins and patches at prices to meet your needs. Call 800-843-9460 x 274; 623-445-2384 or visit www.gw pins.com • Travel Now —- Discount travel program. Over 9,000 negotiated hotel rates, as well as airfares and discounted TOURS for Members only. Check Travel Now website to explore all your travel options from airlines, cruises, hotels, cars, to package tours.

• AFLAC Insurance — As a GWRRA Member, you now have access to AFLAC association discounts on their Personal Cancer and Personal Accident policies. Call 800-220-9610 for details. • OfficeMax Discounts — Discounts at all OfficeMax locations for GWRRA Members. Simply call Customer Service 800-843-9460 and ask for your OfficeMax Discount Card as a GWRRA Member. • AmeriPlan® — As a Member of GWRRA you have access to AmeriPlan’s Discount Health and Dental Programs. This is not insurance, but it does give you access to medical, dental, vision, chiropractic and pharmaceutical providers at a discounted rate. For more information go to www.everyonebenefits.com/gwrra or call 800-583-3240. • LifeLock Identity Theft Protection Program — #1 in Identity Theft Protection & Identity Theft Protection Products. Check http:// www.gwrra.org/membership to link to their site to protect yourself and your family. • Avis/Budget Car Rental — Check GWRRA’s website for access to GWRRA’s discount car rental program. • JC Motors Transport — Whether you are moving or simply want to make traveling with your motorcycle easier, JC Motors Transport is the right choice for your motorcycle shipping needs. JC Motors Transport offers GWRRA Members a discount. Visit them at www.motorcycle shippers.com • Credit Union — Arizona Central Credit Union, the official credit union of GWRRA, offers a full range of financial products and services to meet your needs at every stage of life. You’ll also have the convenient account access at more than 1,000 credit union branches nationwide. Call 866264-6421 for information and mention GWRRA.

Visit us at www.gwrra.org for a complete list of GWRRA benefits; and while you’re there, why not join and begin accessing your benefits right away!

• GWRRA Membership Application • Member Name:

______________________________________________________ Last

❏ New ❏ Renew

Member No: __________________

First

Co-Rider Names:

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address:

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ❏ USA ❏ Canada ❏ Other: ________________ City

Telephone:

Home: (

State

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Zip

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Gold Book™ Directory Information (must check at least one): A) ❏ Truck/Trailer B) ❏ Phone Calls Only C) ❏ Tent Space D) ❏ Lodging E) ❏ Tools F) ❏ Tour Guide GWRRA 21423 North 11 Avenue Phoenix AZ 85027 800-843-9460 (623) 581-2500 (623) 581-3844 Fax www.gwrra.org www.towbusters.com

Member Type (Select One) Individual Membership ❏ 3 yrs $120 USD ❏ 2 yrs $85 USD ❏ 1 yr $45 USD Family Membership (2 or more people in household) ❏ 3 yrs $150 USD ❏ 2 yrs $105 USD ❏ 1 yr $55 USD Associate Individual* ❏ 3 yrs $135 USD ❏ 2 yrs $95 USD ❏ 1 yr $50 USD Associate Family* ❏ 3 yrs $165 USD ❏ 2 yrs $115 USD ❏ 1 yr $60 USD Subscription Only (Wing World™ Magazine) ❏ 1 yr $40 *The Associate Membership is for those who wish to take advantage of GWRRA and its benefits and do not own a Gold Wing or Valkyrie.

❏ Do Not list me in the Gold Book

❏ Yes! I want Rescue Plus for just $25 per year. (Non-Members $50) Rescue Plus offers enhanced benefits and covers all registered drivers in your household while driving or riding in any non-commercial vehicle or motorcycle. Rescue Plus also covers your motorcycle trailer. Certain limitations and exclusions apply to coverage. All individuals must be registered with GWRRA to receive a membership card and coverage. Members of GWRRA must have a Family Membership to cover multiple drivers.

❏ Exclude me from email offers. ❏ Exclude me from mailings.

New Members—Who referred you to us? Name: ________________________________________________ Member # _______________________ Payment Information

Make checks payable in US Funds to GWRRA. GWRRA dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for federal tax purposes. Credit Card Number/Expiration Date: ___________________________________________ Cardholder’s Signature: _____________________________

Wing World

This Month’s GWRRA

“Exclusive” Member Special

This Month’s GWRRA

“Exclusive” Member Special

HJC IS-33 Open Face Helmet GL1500

ANY COLOR/ANY SIZE REGULAR PRICE: $125.99

GL1800/1500 TorqMaster Power Mufflers + FREE PAIR of Optional Quiet Baffles

CALL FOR SPECIAL PRICE PROMO CODE “SAFETY”

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FREE SHIPPING! Offer Expires July 31st, 2010

NEW RULES FOR 2010 “Where’s Wingy” Contest For GWRRA Members: WIN $50! Here’s how the contest works: Starting with your January 2010, you can find “Wingy” anywhere in your Wing World magazine! Follow these instructions: •Find “Wingy” (shown here). Then: •Email your entry to: c o n t e s t @ w i n g w o r l d m a g . c o m or you may mail your entry to: WW June “Wingy” Contest, One W. Deer Valley Road – Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ 85027 All entries must be received before June 1st. 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 June 1st; the lucky winner of the $50 will be contacted by email or phone. Additionally, the June winner’s name will be published in the August issue of Wing World magazine. Limit one entry and winner per issue! So, enjoy the search! And while you are busy looking for “Wingy”, we’re sure you will find tons of interesting goodies along the way! So, whatcha waiting for? Good luck and Happy Hunting!

Legal stuff: Contest will run for one year, starting with the January 2010 issue of Wing World magazine, and may be discontinued without notice by the publisher. By participating in this contest, entrants agree to the specific rules, terms and conditions provided for this particular contest as stated in the Rules given here. ELIGIBILITY AND ODDS OF WINNING: No purchase necessary to enter. Limit one entry per Member. Multiple entries will not improve chances of winning. Contests are open to any member of GWRRA, except employees of GWRRA, INB Corporation, affiliates, subsidiaries, and successor companies, contest sponsors, advertisers and/or promotion agencies, contest prize suppliers, participating advertisers and immediate family members of anyone so situated. “Immediate family members” shall include spouses, siblings, parents, children, grandparents, and grandchildren, whether as “in-laws”, or by current or past marriage, remarriage, adoption, co-habitation or other familial extension, and any other persons residing at the same household location, whether or not related.

July 2010

J U LY 2 0 1 0 A D S Add On ....................................................32 AIM - Richard Lester ...............................41 ANPAC ..............................................WD18 AspectCycleGear.com.............................61 Baker Built.........................................WD13 Baxley Trailer Company ..........................27 Big Bike Parts .........................................43 Biker Garage 101 ....................................23 Boogey Lights .........................................29 Breezy Rider/Coolio ..........................WD43 Centramatic .............................................56 Champion Trikes ................................90-91 Chatterbox, USA .....................................23 Chrome World Inc .............................51, 65 Can-am (Spyder).....................................13 Coyote Honda .........................................30 Cozy Winter.............................................45 Danson Trikes .........................................60 Deltran.......................................................6 Dunlop Tires ......................................WD44 Dyna Beads.......................................WD33 EdSets.......................................................9 Electrical Connection ..............................49 F4 Customs.............................................48 Fenders Cycle ...................................WD31 Fly-n-Cycle ..............................................49 Foremost Insurance ................................34 Friendly Honda........................................62 Garvis Honda ....................................WD43 Gene’s Gallery ........................................15 Glass Act .............................................WD7 Hannigan Motorsports.................WD35, 52 Harrison CVB ............................................6 Heritage Honda .......................................21 Honda of Jacksonville .......................WD37 Honda of Tupelo......................................27 Honda of Winter Haven...........................58 INB Radio................................................66 J & M Corp ................................................2 J & P Cycles......................................WD41 Kirby’s SuperSports ................................54 Küryakyn ............................................18-19 Lehman Trikes.........................................35 Markel American Insurance Company ....11 Motor Trike .............................WD21-WD24 National Cycle .........................................32 Niehaus Cycle Sales ...............................17 Original S.W.A.T. .....................................45 Overby’s Honda ......................................50 Progressive Insurance ..............................5 Race Tech ...............................................49 Rider Insurance.......................................28 Sierra Electronics ....................................41 S-100.......................................................32 The Trike Shop..............................WD2, 92 Thoroughbred Motorsports......................32 Thunder in the Valley ..............................61 Time Out Corp.........................................27 Tow-Pac, Inc............................................66 Trigg Trike Kits ........................................61 Up Beat Audio .........................................29 U.S. Paint ................................................31 Utopia Products, Inc................................55 Vega Helmets..........................................57 Wags Unique Trailers..............................29 Wing Stuff.Com............................36-37, 65 Woodwingart.com................................WD7

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J o k i n ’ . . .

Wing Shot

Answers to Last Month’s Word Search Puzzle... Did you find all the words listed for last month’s Word Search Puzzle of all the Texas weeds and wildflowers you and your Co-Rider were trying to remember? If not, here is the answer key for that puzzle, located on page 69 of the June 2010 issue of Wing World.

Are We There Yet, Maxx?...Yup, You Can Almost Taste It, Charlie! Here are Maxx and Charlie, our (Cal and Lisa Hagan, GWRRA #267217, of Dale City, Virginia) two King Charles Cavalier Spaniels, England natives, at our favorite watering hole, JoJo's Ice Cream Shop in Dumfries, Virginia. They are salivating at what is to come—a pup cone! Our WAGS trailer pulls so easily behind or GL1800, and we've taken Maxx and Charlie all over Virginia—they love it! What fun!

WORD SEARCH PUZZLE

Internet Programs

You’re riding along this summer and trying to recall all the weather-related conditions you encountered this past spring. You start naming them in your mind as you cruise along. Search below for the ones you’ve remembered so far.

INB has no live shows scheduled at this time, however, take a look at our archives. We have numerous shows with a lot of information.

TALK TALK

INBRadio.com

Ride Safe! New and Improved motorcyclegoodies.com Join our motorcycle community, it’s free. If you missed an opportunity to visit us before, Visit Now!

Go to INBRadio.com to check out our archives of exciting presentations featuring: GWRRA, Wing Ding, Motorcycle Riders Foundation and the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. These are a few companies who have taken advantage of the streaming technology we offer. Look for the Answer Key in next month’s issue! (Puzzle created by Wing World Technical Contributor Howard Halasz)

Wing World

GWRRA Invites you to Wing Ding 32 Des Moines, Iowa • June 30 - July 3, 2010 (NEW! Wed-Sat) Iowa Events Center • 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309 • GPS: 41.592266, -93.624263

To register, simply mail or fax this form, or call 1.800.843.9460, or visit www.wing-ding.org on the Internet. RIDER’S NAME: _______________________________ GWRRA MEMBER # _______________ CO-RIDER’S NAME: ___________________________ GWRRA MEMBER # _______________ CO-RIDER’S NAME: ___________________________ GWRRA MEMBER # _______________ MAILING ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________ CITY/ST/ZIP: ____________________________________________________________________ COUNTRY:______________________________________________________________________ HOME PHONE: _________________________________________________________________ WORK PHONE: _________________________________________________________________

Full registration includes: access to trade show, seminars, talent show, field events, parades, opening and closing ceremonies. Plus, each full registrant receives a souvenir event pin, event program, coupon book, one door prize ticket and one grand prize ticket for a chance to win thousands of dollars in prizes! Please use ONE form for each rider (the rider is the driver of the motorcycle). Coriders (passengers) use the same form as the rider.

E-MAIL ADDRESS: ________________________________________________________________

PREREGISTRATION: (Postmarked before May 17, 2010) LATE: (Postmarked May 17 - June 14, 2010) Number of Life or Gold Members

x $20 = $

Number of Life or Gold Members

x $22 = $

Number of Members

x $40 = $

Number of Members

x $45 = $

Number of Non-Members

x $50 = $

Number of Non-Members

x $55 = $

Preregister by May 17, 2010 and receive a certificate for 10% off Goodie Booth purchases. (One 10% certificate per registration packet, good for 1 trip to Goodie Booth). Certificate will be in preregistration packet.

Children 15 and under at the time of the event are admitted free. Cancellations in writing must be received at the Home Office on or before June 14, 2010, and are subject to a $15 handling charge. No telephone or verbal cancellations will be accepted. Day passes will be available, $15 for Members, $22 for non-members. On-site full registration fee is $50 for Members and $60 for non-members. Please note, only registered delegates may participate in Wing Ding functions, activities and events! You will receive a confirmation via email 24-48 hours after your registration is processed. Please visit our website for hotel and camping information. Armbands, tickets, T-shirts or any other items purchased will be available for pickup beginning the day prior to Wing Ding in the registration area.

FAX or MAIL this form to:

GWRRA P.O. Box 42450 Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 1.800.843.9460 623.581.2500 (Phoenix) Fax: 623.581.3844 Register on-line at www.wing-ding.org

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Wing Ding 32, June 30-July 3, 2010 • Des Moines, Iowa GRAND PRIZE DRAWING OF $10,000 CASH!

RIDER EDUCATION COURSES

The number and availability of courses is dependent upon the number of participants. You will be notified of your class time and location as soon as possible. Note: Certification cost is per bike!* ERC

(One-up) Learn advanced techniques in turning, maximum braking, swerving and other possible lifesaving techniques plus mental skills and situation strategies for the single rider. 5.5 hours (range only).

ERC

(Two-up) This course offers the same basic principles as the ERC with the added element of a co-rider. 5.5 hours (range only).

ARC

Experience advanced techniques in turning, maximum braking, and swerving techniques plus mental and situational strategies in GWRRA's own Advanced Rider Course. 8.0 hours (classroom & range).

Sidecar

This course offers advanced techniques of riding with a sidecar as well as situation strategies and accident avoidance tactics. 6 hours (3 classroom/3 riding).

Trailering

Learn advanced trailering techniques and strategies for safe and enjoyable travel. Motorcycles only, no trikes or sidecars please. 6 hours (3 classroom/3 riding).

Trike

This course teaches advanced riding skills for the trike rider such as maximum braking, swerving and turning. 6 hours (3 classroom/3 riding).

Must be present to win!

____________ 5 Tickets = ____________ 10 Tickets = ____________ 20 Tickets = ____________ 40 Tickets =

$15 $20 $30 $50 Total ______________

GRAND 50/20-15-10-5 (4 WINNERS!) 1 Yard (18 tickets) = $10 3 Yards (54 tickets) = $20 7 Yards (126 tickets) = $40

Total ______________ Must be present to win! Drawings held at Closing Ceremonies. GWRRA not responsible for filling out tickets or placing them into hopper. Altered, illegible or counterfeit tickets will be voided.

CPR/First Aid This course is designed to teach and certify you in the basic principles of CPR and (New) First Aid. Come and learn these absolutely essential lifesaving techniques. 8 hours.

BBQ BUFFET DINNER

CPR/First Aid This course is designed to refresh and recertify you in the basic principles of CPR and First Aid. 4 hours. (Renew)

TBD (Seating is limited, while supplies last)

Child & Infant This course is designed to teach and certify you in the Child & Infant principles CPR/First Aid of CPR and First Aid. Come and learn these lifesaving techniques. 8 hours. (New)

CLASS

# OF PEOPLE

Number of people ______ X $15 = ________________

TOTAL

ERC (one-up) __________________ $50* per bike = _________________ ERC (two-up) __________________ $50* per bike = _________________ Rider ________________________

Co-Rider _______________________

ARC _________________________ $50* per bike = ________________ Rider ________________________

Co-Rider _______________________

Sidecar ______________________ $50* per bike = _________________ Rider ________________________

Co-Rider _______________________

Trailering _____________________ $50* per bike = _________________ Rider ________________________

Co-Rider _______________________

CPR/First Aid-New _____________ x $50*per person = _____________ Name ________________________

Name ________________________

CPR/First Aid-Renewal __________ x $50*per person = _____________ Name ________________________

Name ________________________

Child/Infant CPR/First Aid _______ x $50*per person = _____________ Name ________________________ *$30 refund after course completion

Name ________________________

Grand Total ______________________

Keep informed of new information as it becomes available. Go to: www.wing-ding.org FAX or MAIL this form to:

GWRRA • P.O. Box 42450 Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 1.800.843.9460 • Fax: 623.581.3844 Register online at www.wing-ding.org

OPTION: To receive your event shirt in advance, please add $3 (s/h) per shirt. Valid only for orders placed by May 3rd, 2010.

(Place quantity next to size)

_______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______

Small Medium Large XL 2XL 3XL Golf Shirt (Qty)

x x x x x x x

$15= $15= $15= $15= $17= $20= $25=

______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______

(+$3/shirt)=______ (+$3/shirt)=______ (+$3/shirt)=______ (+$3/shirt)=______ (+$3/shirt)=______ (+$3/shirt)=______ (N/A)

Golf Shirt size(s) ____ ____ ____ ____

Co-Rider _______________________

Trike _________________________ $50* per bike = _________________ Rider ________________________

SOUVENIR WING DING T-SHIRT

Total _______________

BIKE SHOW COMPETITION

Forty classifications! Includes a special souvenir pin. Number of bikes ___________ x $10 = __________________

POKER RUNS (8 WINNERS!)

Must be present to win! Includes a special souvenir pin. First place ($500), second ($250), third ($100), fourth ($50), fifth - eighth ($25 each). Winners will be posted on Closing Day. Five card draw. Number of hands ____________ x $10 = _________________

GRAND TOTAL: $ ENCLOSED

❑ Check

❑ Money Order

Please send check or money order in equivalent U.S. funds. All others will be returned to sender for adjustment. Please do not send cash.

CHARGE MY:

❑ M/C

Number: Exp.

Signature:

❑ VISA

❑ AmEx

❑ Discover

• Wing Ding 32 • Greater Des Moines Hotel MapMoines Greater Des g Road Riders Association, Wing Ding 2010

Hotel Map

MAP KEY

Wing Ding Location HOTELS

Downtown

1. Des Moines Marriott Downtown 2. Embassy Suites on the River 3. Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus 4. Quality Inn & Suites Event Center 5. Renaissance Savery Hotel

Rider’s Education

North 6. Courtyard by Marriott - Ankeny

East/Northeast 7. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Altoona

Northwest

7 33 E

8. America’s Best Inn 9. Hilton Garden Inn - Urbandale/Johnston 10. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites - Des Moines Northwest 11. Ramada - Northwest 12. TownePlace Suites by Marriott

South

13. Baymont Inn & Suites Airport Conference Center 14. Fair ?eld Inn & Suites - Airport 15. Holiday Inn - Airport 16. Radisson Hotel - Des Moines Airport

West A

3 4 1 2 5

GRAY’S LAKE

R WORKS PARK

17. Best Western - Des Moines West 18. Chase Suite Hotel 19. Comfort Suites at Living History Farms 20. Country Inn & Suites - Des Moines West 21. Courtyard by Marriott - West Des Moines 22. Holiday Inn & Suites at Jordan Creek 23. Sheraton - West Des Moines 24. Sleep Inn - Urbandale 25. Wildwood Lodge, The CAMPGROUNDS

A. Iowa State Fairgrounds Campgrounds B. Adventureland Park Campgrounds C. Lewis A. Jester Park D. Yellow Banks E. Thomas Mitchell Park F. Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt

15 16 14

HOTELS

Downtown 1 Des Moines Marriott Downtown 2 Embassy Suites on the River 3 Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy Campus 4 Hotel Fort Des Moines 5 Quality Inn & Suites Event Center 6 Renaissance Savery Hotel North 7 Courtyard by Marriott - Ankeny East/Northeast 8 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Altoona

Northwest 9 America’s Best Inn 10 Hilton Garden Inn - Urbandale/Johnston 11 Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites - Des Moines 12 Ramada - Northwest 13 TownePlace Suites by Marriott South 14 Baymont Inn & Suites Airport Conference Center 15 Fairfield Inn & Suites - Airport 16 Holiday Inn - Airport 17 Radisson Hotel - Des Moines Airport

GREATER DES MOINES AREA RV PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS

A Iowa State Fairgrounds Campgrounds B Adventureland Park Campgrounds C Lewis A Jester Park

Wing Ding Location SeeDesMoines.com

West 18 Best Western - Des Moines West 19 Chase Suite Hotel 20 Comfort Suites at Living History Farms 21 Country Inn & Suites - Des Moines West 22 Courtyard by Marriott - West Des Moines 23 Days Inn - Walnut Creek 24 Holiday Inn & Suites at Jordan Creek 25 Sheraton - West Des Moines 26 Sleep Inn - Urbandale 27 Wildwood Lodge, The D Yellow Banks E Thomas Mitchell Park F Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt

SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT SOLD OUT

(Information provided from press releases or quotes from the following companies) Each year, you’ll find a plethora of vendors at Wing Ding to visit. But this year, we thought we’d give you a heads-up on just some of the new and different vendors you’ll find, and some who are offering new and different products. Remember—especially if you’ve never been to Wing Ding before—this is only a small, small sampling of the many great vendors you’ll find! J&P Cycles — Booth 1615-1625 & 1704-1714 J&P Cycles says it is the “world’s largest aftermarket parts and accessories dealer” and is especially showcasing its new GL1800 Küryakyn parts, including Heated Driver & Passenger Seat Base for OEM Controls, Heated Passenger Backrest for OEM Controls, Rear Airfoil, Dark Smoke. Also, we carry Big Bike Parts®’ new Limited Edition UltraGard Motorcycle Cover (in collaboration with The Breast Cancer Research Foundation®) to help raise funds to support breast cancer research. For more information, contact J&P Cycles at (800) 292-2155 or www.jpcycles.com.

SkyMed International — Booth 202 SkyMed International Representative Dorothea Adams says many plans sold as “emergency travel” insurance merely provide transport to the closest “appropriate” hospital, which can be thousands of miles from home—even outside of the country covered by the traveler’s medical insurance! In comparison, SkyMed TAKES YOU HOME™ is a complete package that meets the recommendations of the U.S and Canadian Consulates. It returns the member, spouse or companion, their children and/or grandchildren, stranded vehicles and pets—to the only place that really matters...home to your local hospital and medical care providers. For more information, contact Dorothea Adams at (941) 662-0997 or visit www.skymed.com/DorotheaAdams.

BRP (Bombardier Recreational Products) — Demo Area This is the first-ever time BRP’s (Bombardier Recreational Products) Can-Am Spyder will appear at Wing Ding in the demo area. Manufacturer of products like Sea-Doo Personal Watercraft and Sport Boats, Ski-Doo Snowmobiles, Can-Am ATVs, and the Evinrude Outboard Engines, BRP introduced the Spyder RS (roadster sport) in 2007 and—just last year—its new Can-Am Spyder RT (roadster touring) in response to specific consumer demand for a touring platform. For more information, contact BRP at (888) 864-2002 or visit www.can-am.brp.com.

Girl Gear, LLC — Booth 443 Girl Gear, LLC says it would like to highlight its women’s textile riding jackets and textile chaps, which are windproof and waterproof. Though there’s good attention to safety, with protective armor and reflective piping/back panel, these jackets are not only functional but also lightweight. The company adds that they are also colorful and stylish for lady riders. The 2010 line was made larger in the chest and front, yet tastefully done, to accommodate the full woman. New colors include khaki/black, black, lavender/black, pink/black, and yellow/blue. For more information, contact Girl Gear, LLC at (651) 245-1033 or visit www.girlgearapparel.com.

WingTees — Booth 908 Phaze One Inc. / Cycle Armor — Booths 1324 -1325 Cycle Armor says all of its products are used for the restoration and maintenance of aluminum, chrome, paint, windshields, glass, vinyl, leather, rubber, and plastic. Also, all of its products are V.O.C. compliant and are manufactured in the U.S. Its Paint Protection Program is a polymer-based product specifically designed for today’s base coat—clear coat paints. Our Paint Protection Program contains NO WAX and protects your paint 5 1/2 times better than wax- based products. For more information, contact Phaze One Inc. / Cycle Armor at (615) 896-8822 or visit www.CycleConceptsLLC.com. .

Bridgestone — Demo Area Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations offers tires for all years and models of Gold Wing and Valkyrie. The company says that, if you need new tires for your motorcycle, come check out its display in the demo area to help find the right tire for you. Tire installers inside the show will work to accommodate your installation needs. For more information, contact Bridgestone at (615) 937-3549 or visit www.bridgestonemotorcycletires.com.

July 2010

Tired of all the apparel available for other bikers? Can’t find anything that truly represents your “Pride in your ride”? “Look no further,” WingTees says. “This is your place for that Gold Wing T-shirt. Now, just like your other biker friends, when you’re seen, everybody will know what you ride.” WingTees has brought to the market four new T-shirt designs, most in black or white. Some long sleeves are available for certain styles, including their maiden design “Ride 1st Class Not Coach. And—just in time for Wing Ding—GL1500 riders and trike riders will have their voices heard too. To see other available designs, visit www.wingtees.com.

Troy Allan — Booth 1100 Troy Allan—singer, songwriter, and musician from Vidor, Texas—recently underwent stomach removal surgery due to a very rare cancer called Linitis Plastica. Troy’s song “Just South of Corpus” earned him the 2008 Texas Music Awards’ “Song of the Year”. Learning he is the longest-living person with this silent disease, he was inspired him to launch the “Troy Allan Cancer Free 100 House Concert Tour”, designed to spread the word about the cancer and how everyone can get checked for it. You can track Troy’s amazing journey to recovery on YouTube by searching “Troy Allan – I Can” or by visiting www.troyallan.com. ●

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www.maggievalleyinn.com Smoky Mountains lodging at 4,200’ elevation. Closest Maggie motel to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Deal’s Gap and the National Park. Great views, clean rooms, free Internet. Groups welcome. Free bike washing area. 800-545-5853. DEALERS WOWMotorcycles.com. BUY—SELL—TRADE any Wing. Highest prices paid for clean bikes!!! America’s largest independent dealer of used bikes (500+ in stock). Always huge inventory of highest quality Wings, Valkyries and others. Coast-to-coast pick up and delivery. Call us now or whenever. Check us out at www.Wowmotorcycles.com or call 1-800-572-3720. Saltsman’s Wing’s Motorcycle Sales. Used and Reconditioned GL1500 & GL1800 Honda Gold Wings. www.saltsmanswings.com. Phone 270-259-3454.

MEMBER “FOR SALE” MOTORCYCLES

1981 GL1100 Interstate. Dark blue/ green/black. 67K mi. Garaged. Runs great; has never let me down. New rear brakes and windscreen. $2,700. Sonny. (330) 459-8682. Akron, OH. July 2010

1985 GL1200. Blue. 113k mi. New rear tire and good front. New brakes front and rear, Progressive springs, Poor Boy alt. conversion, new timing belts, heated grips, new paint. $3,000. (704) 341-9367 or rvernon@carolina.rr.com. NC. 1989 Gold Wing 6 cyl. 141K mi. New batt. and 90 amp alt. Floorboards, armrests, trailer hitch, and many extras. Speedo and odometer in metric. $4,700. Ken. (863) 385-1387 or kbcb@strato.net. FL. 1989 Gold Wing. Wineberry. 60K mi. Always garaged, Honda serviced, well maintained, hwy boards, Saddleman seat driver backrest, soft trunk luggage, rear speakers, four helmets. Asking $4,000. (914) 472-9247 or al55home@aol.com. 1996 GL1500SE. Pearl White w/ Sea Foam inserts. 86K mi. CB, radio, tape, cruise, compressor, hitch, oversized windshield, Elite 3 tires, CompuFire sealed batt., always garaged. $6,200. Medical reasons warrant selling. Also have Escapade Trailer, gloves, helmets and jackets. (660) 824-4207. MO. 1998 GL1500SE. 33K mi. Black w/pinstriping. CD, CB, trailer hitch, backrest, Tulsa windshield, helmet. Always garaged. $8,500. hpve1@yahoo.com or (217) 648-2868. 1998 Gold Wing SE. Champaign. 77K mi. Exc. cond. Garage kept. Custom pinstriping, corner lights, luggage rack, taller windshield, road pegs, arm and back rests. $7,700 obo. Alan. (314) 265-8598 or ajbbaud@sbcglobal.net. 2000 Harley-Davidson. 10,500 mi. Clean. New rear 75

tire and front brakes, extra chrome, backrest. No scrapes. (216) 832-4847. 2000 GL1500SE. Black, w/ matching Escapade Deluxe trailer. 31K mi. Second owner. Many extras. Ready to tour. Nice package. $13,900. (973) 8653975 or Mrcement007@optonline for pictures. PA. 2000 GL1500SE. White, 61K mi. Lots of extras/chrome. In good shape, garage kept. CompuFire alt., Progressive front springs, tall windshield, pass. armrests, hwy pegs, backrest. Outside temp and volt gauges. Driving/fog lights, trunk rack, sheepskin on seat. Contact me for pics. Kelly Blue Book says $8,800; I’m asking $7,500 obo. Bob. (904) 704-1410 or bbewsee@aol.com. 2003 Gold Wing. Black. 62K mi. Exc. cond. One owner. Lots of extras, including U/L driving lights, custom windshield, air wings, CB, hitch, spoiler, two 12V plug-ins, voltmeter, and much more! Cargo trailer and other parts/accessories included. Newer tires (at 67K), batt., and plugs. $10,995 obo. Wally. (612) 432-6304. MN. 2005 Suzuki C50-800cc. Black/gray. 2,300-plus mi. Windshield. $4,900. (757) 676-8297. 2006 GL1800. Titanium. 25K mi. One owner. Garaged and covered. Never down; perfect. Ext. war. til Oct. 2011. CB, Kuryakyn rack and bag, Kuryakyn ISO pegs, backrest. Two covers. Nolan and J&M headset. Much more. $15,700. Dave. (973) 534-2890. NJ. 2007 2300 Rocket 111 Triumph. 2,400 mi. Heel/toe shifter, light effects. $25,000. (225) 937-2877.

2008 Gold Wing Premium Audio. Titanium. 16K mi. Hondaline spoiler w/4-way light bar, Kuryakyn luggage rack, 12v powerport in trunk, strobing brake light/turn/run light license frame, Kurykyn lighted RR fender. Show Chrome/ Kuryakyn lighted pass. boards, Muth blue lens LED mirrors, 12v powerport and cigar lighter and MP3 in accessory pocket. Show Chrome driving lamps, Kuryakyn lighted fork. New Dunlop E3 radial tires front/rear, new Honda brake pads. Recent tune-up: Plugs and air filter; 3K oil changes. Well maintained. comanser@inbox.com for more info. Houston, TX. TRIKES 1995 20th Anniv. SE Gold Wing trike. White. 54,788 mi. Garage kept, pinstriping by Buzzard w/ eagles, CB radio, other extras. Good cond. $17,500. 1993 Escapade trailer. White, pinstriping w/ eagles (can be purchased w/ trike for $950). Dianne. (704) 9831364. New London, NC. 1999 GL1500SE/CSC. Gray/silver. 49K mi. Custom seat, aux fuel tank, chrome exhaust, heel/toe shifter, driver backrest, pass. armrest. Too many accessories to list. $18,500 obo. Dennis. (925) 449-0702. 2002 GL1800/Motor Trike. 24K mi. EZ-Steer, heel/toe shifter $18,500. (225) 937-2877. 2003 GL1800/Champion. Black Cherry. Garage kept and in exc. cond. One owner. Lots of chrome and accessories, too numerous to mention. Scarecrow pinstriping. $23,000. (717) 917-6093. 2006 Hannigan Tri-Car. 41K mi. CD and CB. $33,000. Larry. (989) 551-2132. MI. TRAILERS AND SIDECARS

2007 Gold Wing 1800 custom. The “Black Princess II, Sport”. Limited Collection. Only 2,200 mi. Only 3 in existence. One in hands of American Honda, or Cobra. A piece of art. Commemorative Anniversary of the 10 year Gold Wing Around the World. Articles in many magazines worldwide. Many extras. Asking $21,900. Belongs to Emilio Scotto, Grand Marshall Honda Hoot 2004. (305) 746-4611 or emilio@emilioscotto.com. See photos at http://www.pbase.com/emilioscotto. Miami, FL.

Pop-up camper trailer. Folds out from side. Queen-sized bed. One minute set-up time. Standing room. Add-a-Room. $2,400. Robert. (419) 822-5934 or bobbyk23@windstream.net. Delta, OH.

2008 Victory Kingpin Premium. Black w/ white flames. 1,094 mi. Arlen Ness chrome package, 100cubic-inch Freedom Engine. Garage kept. New hard case Victory saddlebags included. $14,995. Ed. (828) 891-9768 or spangdangler8@aol.com. NC.

1994 Starlight Model 19. Cambridge Blue (’93 Wing color). Swivel hitch, carpeting, wood slats, wood bumper, deep-dish wheels w/ two spares. $750. Dave. (803) 345-2969 or gundler@hughes.net. Pictures upon request. SC.

2008 GL1800B. Titanium. 5,900-plus mi. Premium Audio, heated seats/grips, airbag, ABS, GPS/Navi, cruise control, driving lights, hwy pegs. Std. 3-year warranty; 1 yr. remaining. $21,500. (757) 561-0149.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

1992 Time-out trailer. Canvas. Less than two years old. $1,700 w/o a/c. New 5000 btu a/c, $100. (337) 436-4405 or (337) 515-5996 or memevid14@netcommander.com. Glenn, LA.

Gold Wing 1500 parts: Tall heel/toe shift/running board, deluxe bags (black and gray), all lights, more. (216) 832-4847.

GL1500SE parts. Exc. cond.: Two saddlebags, $100 each; Landing Gear setup for 1500 (includes all mounting instructions), new, $3,200, will sell for $1,000. Plus shipping. Fred. (847) 395-1048. IL. New yellow RH saddlebag for 1800 Gold Wing and new swingarm for 1500 Gold Wing. Make offer. (660) 726-3724 or wingnut64@windstream.net. MO. 1985 and 1986 Gold Wing parts: Parting out both bikes—frames, motors, wheels, cowls, tour packs, floorboards, exhaust, chrome rear bumper w/ many lights! Jerry. (860) 659-2803. Honda Gold Wing “tall” windshield w/ vent hole (part #HO-8196909) w/ Honda “air deflectors” (part #HO6652499) in excellent cond. Will fit Gold Wings from 2003 through 2009. Windshield cost new $214; air deflector cost new $188. Will sell complete unit for $225. Used one season. Shipping depends on location. Weight is 9 lbs. (Rates on USPS website.) Contact indgaco@ptd.net or call (973) 948-3615. NJ. 2007 Voyager convertible trike kit (B). Black w/ instructional manual and video. 1K on unit; used on GL1200 but will fit most ALL touring bikes. Like new, $3,500. ALSO, 2 Electro ELX-55 DOT helmets (L), $25 each; 2 rain covers (L) (rarely used), $50 each; 1 2-piece rain suit (new), $30. (850) 878-3850 or loversoftheword@aol.com. Tallahassee, FL. Gold Wing 1500 heel/toe shifter, one pair of floorboards w/ heel/ toe shifter. Brand new; put on and taken back off. Orig. cost $325; will sell for $250. Carl. (608) 845-7857 or syftes@chorus.net. WI. Woman’s custom jacket, chaps, small, black w/ red piping; Gerbings heated vest, medium, and chaps; fullface white helmet, open-face red helmet, small; raingear; other items. $500. (912) 727-2926 or asmos@coastalnow.net.

MEMBER “WANTED” Two old-style GW jackets, crafted by Fairchild Sports. Official licensed Honda product. Black w/ silver reflective beading. One size XL and one size M. George. (317) 604-9149 or (317) 398-6706 or gjfox424@yahoo.com. Shelbyville IN. Medium built, 60ish SWF looking for friendship and maybe more. Loves to eat out and travel but can cook and enjoys quiet home time. Experienced co-rider loves to spend down time on the back of a Gold Wing. If you would like to get to know me, email me at tewksbury7@hotmail.com. ●

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EVENTS

We list only GWRRA-sponsored functions by category, name, date, location and contact person and information. For full details, including rally costs, we recommend you also visit on-line listings according to GWRRA Region, District and Chapter. Event listings may run up to six months in advance of an event, and will run through the month of the issue’s cover date. “Photo Tours” and “Other Tours” will appear periodically. The deadline for Events is approximately the fourth Friday of the month, three months before the issue’s cover date. To submit event information, e-mail editor@gwrra.org or mail to “Event & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027. ***To best understand the EVENTS SUBMISSION DEADLINE, use the cover date (for example, September 2009); do not count that month (September); count back two months (in this case, August and July). Therefore, the fourth Friday of June is considered the fourth Friday the submission is due for the September issue.*** * Indicates new listing in this issue.

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You Create it! We Make it! Visit our website www.gwpins.com or call 800-843-9460 or 623-581-2500 Extension 274 NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS JUNE 30 - JULY 3, 2010. Wing Ding 32 in Des Moines, Iowa. “Meet in the Middle" is the theme for the 32nd annual GWRRA party and convention! Join us for the world’s largest Gold Wing trade show, parades, Rider Ed courses and classes, seminars, parties, dancing, food, great riding and much more—all in a great city! Sign up now at www.wing-ding.org or call (800) 843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (Phoenix area) to register now! AUGUST 19-21, 2010. TRIKE RIDERS INTERNATIONAL’s “SPIRIT OF THREE” 2010 INTERNATIONAL ALL TRIKE RALLY in Branson, MO. Host hotel is the Ramada Inn & Conference Center. Vendors, Seminars, Trike Show, Light Show, Raffle to win a 2010 WAGS Cargo Trailer, and more. Registrations available at www.trikes.org. For more info, call TRI Executive Director Bob Larsen at (352) 746-3413 or email TRI-ORG@tampabay.rr.com. Remember, as GWRRA’s sister association, GWRRA Members get in for the same registration price as TRI Members!

REGION EVENTS JULY 22-24, 2010. REGION K’s “Redneck Rendezvous” in Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Canada. For more info, visit www.niagarawings.org and contact Troy Robins at (905) 788-9809 or rendezvous@niagarawings.org. JULY 29–AUGUST 1, 2010. REGION L’s rally “Paint our Island Gold - One Wing at a Time” in Summerside, PEI, Canada. Preregistration ends June 15, 2010. Host Hotel: Causeway Bay Linkletter Hotel, 311 Market Street, Summerside, P.E.I. (Phone 1-800-565-7829, Fax 1-902-436-0514; use code word “Gold 10” when registering.) Friday will be “Wear Red to Support the Troops”. For more info or to register, contact Mike Devine at (902) 662July 2010

4082 or mdevine@trueastlink.ca. JULY 30–AUGUST 2, 2010. REGION J RALLY. “Ride The Bridges” Rally in beautiful Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Join us on a bike parade over the cities many bridges, a scenic tour to a National Park, Poker Run, entertainment, prizes and events. For further info, contact Sy Minovitch at (306) 373 4264 or syminovitch@live.com. Online registration and accommodation details available on Region J website, Sask. District. AUGUST 26-28, 2010. REGION I’s Rally in Tillamook, OR—“The Land of Cheese, Trees and an Ocean Breese”. Join the fun, games, rides, and seminars or just lean back and relax. Tour the Air Museum, Tillamook Cheese plant and ride the Pacific Coast. For more info, visit our website at www.bigskyregioni.org or contact Steve and Sandy Henicksman at (208) 523-9813 or ssheni@cableone.net. SEPTEMBER 3-5, 2010 (LABOR DAY WEEKEND). REGION E’s “Back to the Fifties” Rally. Join the fun in Davenport, IA at the downtown Radisson hotel. For GWRRA Members, the room rate is $79 per night. Hotel Address is Radisson Quad City Plaza Hotel, 111 East 2nd, Davenport, IA 52801. Phone number is (800) 395-7046; we site is www.radisson.com/davenportia. Near many attractions! For more information, contact Clayton & Lynda Alcorn, Region E Directors, at (660) 827-3063, (660) 473-0172, or b2momdad@charter.net or visit www.gwrra-region-e.org. SEPTEMBER 16-18, 2010. REGION A’S “All American Homecoming” at the NEW LOCATION of Lakepoint Resort Lodge & Convention Center (New, complete renovation), US 431 N., in Eufaula, AL. [Resort phone: (800) 5445253] 3-night minimum at the Lodge; Cabins and Lakeside Cottages available; Camping On-Site. Vendors, Seminars, BBQ, Pajama Party, Bike Parade, District Directors Challenge, Poker Run, Chapter Challenge, and so much more! For more info, call Region A Directors Bob & Nan Shrader at (352) 668-3164 or Rally Coordinator Ed Porter at (727) 938-8190. SEPTEMBER 16-18, 2010. REGIONS D’s “Pirates of the Great Lakes” Rally/Convention at the Branch County Fairgrounds in Coldwater, MI (just off I-69). 144 full hook-up campsites, +56 with W & E. Hotels within 2 miles, Top Gun & Amazing Team Challenge on-site, Vendor Trade Show, LTD, RE & MED Seminars, Bike Show, Light Parade & Show, Region D Couple of the Year selection, Chapter Participation awards, meet the people Bike Show uptown. Accepting MC & Visa for online and on-site registrations. Go to www.gwrra-regiond.org to register or print registration form, lodging, and more. For more info, contact Region D Directors Ron and Dianna Miller at (517) 8517276.

DISTRICT EVENTS JUNE 3-5, 2010. NEBRASKA – SOUTH DAKOTA DISTRICT RALLY. On the banks of the Missouri River in South Sioux City, NE. Host Hotel is Marina Inn & Conference Center [(402) 494-4000; marina-inn.com]. Highlights of the rally include swap meet, hotdog feed, Chapter Competition, and many scenic area rides. For more info and rally flyer, contact Lance and Diane Brozek at (402) 582-4726 or lancebrozek@hotmail.com. Visit District website at www.gwrrane.com. Prepare to have a good time! JUNE 17-19, 2010. WYOMING DISTRICT’s rally in Rock Springs, WY. For info, contact Bud Nading at (307) 277-6969 or peggynading@bresnan.net. JUNE 17-19, 2010. OHIO DISTRICT’s Buckeye Rally/Convention at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Wooster, OH. Voted best District Rally/Convention in 2009 by the Ohio District Team; this year’s theme is “Summer Safari”! For more info, contact John & Linda Frank at (614) 409-9178 or visit www.ohiogwrra.org. JUNE 17-19, 2010. OREGON DISTRICT RALLY “Winging Where The Fun Shines” at the Kah-neetah High Desert Resort and Casino in Warm Springs, OR. Join us for a “thinking outside the box rally”. We’ll have something for everybody, including a miniature golf tournament, ARC and First Aid classes, guided rides, time to relax and much, much more. Saturday night before closing, we will be guests of an authentic Indian Salmon bake dinner and dance. So come and join us for a whole new experience! Visit gwrraoregondistrict.com for registration and lodging information. For more info, contact Oregon DD Terry Huffman at (503) 648-0343 or terryhuffman@comcast.net. Pre-registration ends May 15, 2010. JUNE 17-20, 2010. WEST VIRGINIA DISTRICT’s “West Virginia Down Home Rally” in Summersville, WV. For more info, contact Buz Mowrer at (304) 546-3610. JUNE 25 & 26, 2010. 29th WISCONSIN DISTRICT Rally at the Rain Tree Resort in downtown Wisconsin Dells, WI. For room reservations, call (877) 254-7400. “C’mon over to the Wisconsin Buckaroo Rally and stay a spell”. Some events include: Bike Show, field events, Motorcycle Education seminars, demo rides, vendors, and beautiful scenic rides of Wisconsin. Stop in on your way to Wing Ding! For more info about room rates and room layouts, go to our website at www.gwrra-wi.org or give Wisconsin District Directors Mike and Jane Hultine a holler at (920) 261-7101 or ironmke@wi.rr.com. *JULY 15-17, 2010. WASHINGTON DISTRICT’s 30th Anniversary Rally “Cruising the Olympic Peninsula” in Port Townsend, WA. Shore Excursions, Historical Walking Tours, Shopping, Canoe, kayak, and sailboat rentals, and more. For more info, contact Bob Spencer at (425) 489-9786. JULY 16-17, 2010. MINNESOTA DISTRICT RALLY, “Grand Riding in Grand Rapids” in Grand Rapids, MN. Host hotel is the SawMill Inn of Grand Rapids on Highway 169 South [(800) 667-7508 or www.sawmillinn.com; ask for GWRRA Block]. Join us for Rider Ed & LTD seminars, Guided Dinner Rides Friday night, “Wingo”, Movie Night, Light Parade, Couple of the Year 77

Selection, Bike & Mascot Show, and more! For more info, contact Bruce and Barb Beeman at (507) 433-4286 or bbeeman@smig.net. *JULY 22-24, 2010. NEW ENGLAND DISTRICTS’ Rally IX. ’50s – ’60s theme. Host hotel is Town & Country Motor Inn, Gorham, NH (800) 325-4386. See NE District website for more info, or contact Pat Thibaudeau, NH District Director, at (508) 341-1687 or gwrranhdd@msn.com. JULY 30-31. MICHIGAN DISTRICT RALLY/CONVENTION "Down on the Farm" at Ogemaw County Fairgrounds in West Branch, MI. Camping onsite with hotels nearby. Thursday evening, free hot dogs. Vendors, seminars, “Battle of the Chapters”, and more. For more info, please contact Audrey Holmes at (734) 281-2698 or ianmich1@aol.com. Also visit www.gwrra-mi.org. Preregistration ends July 1, 2010. AUGUST 5-7, 2010. KENTUCKY DISTRICT’s "Blast" Rally in Somerset, KY at The Center for Rural Development. This year's theme is "Oldies but Goodies". Visit gwrraky.com for registration and lodging info. For more info, contact David McKenzie at (606) 297-3568 or mdaveandjeannie@aol.com. AUGUST 26-28, 2010. KANSAS DISTRICT RALLY/CONVENTION “Ride the Beautiful Flint Hills” at the El Dorado Civic Center, 201 E. Central, El Dorado, KS. Friday Night Special: “Frankie Valens” singer and entertainer from the ’60s. For more details, visit http://gwks.homestead.com. For registration forms and more info, contact Judy Eggleston at #20 Northfork Rd., Kaw City, OK 74641 or (580)269-1221 or Gary Drake at Box 19, Lyndon KS 66451 or (785) 207-0128. AUGUST 27-28, 2010. COLORADO DISTRICT presents the 21st “Wingin’ the Rockies” Rally in beautiful Chaffee County, CO! “Serving America” is the theme of our Patriotic Rally. Also, enjoy scenic guided rides in Colorado’s High Country, vendors, Friday evening dinner, entertainment, ice cream social, and light show! Rally site is the Chaffee County Fairgrounds. Host hotel: The Gateway Inn & Suites. More info on our website at www.coloradogwrra.com or contact Randall at (303) 933-6073 or HookdOnDiz@aol.com. SEPTEMBER 3-5, 2010. IDAHO DISTRICT’s "Get a Piece of the Rock" rally, held at the Kellogg Middle School, Kellogg, ID. Reserve your room at the Kellogg Inn, (208) 783-1234 or Silver Mountain Resort, (208) 783-1547 or camp on-site. BBQ Ribs, Ice Cream social, vendors, breakfast available on-site, Light Parade, Bike Show, Rider Ed/classes and many planned rides. Indoor waterslide and 3-mile gondola ride and more avail. Contact Don or Sharon Weber at (208) 660-7839 or ponderosads@roadrunner.com. SEPTEMBER 3, 4, & 5, 2010 (Labor Day Weekend). CALIFORNIA DISTRICT Rally & Convention. This year’s “Party on the Mountain” will be held in the resort community of Mammoth Lakes, CA. The Village at Mammoth provides the ultimate mountain paradise where you can enjoy the rally, rides, and vendors then stay for a vacation of a lifetime. Room rates available for GWRRA Members Sept. 1-8, 2010. For more info, contact Bill Johnson at (707) 4292920 or visit www.gwrra-ca.org. 78

SEPTEMBER 17-18, 2010. NEW MEXICO DISTRICT RALLY, in historic Las Vegas, NM. Just 60 miles from Santa Fe, Las Vegas is considered by some to be a living museum and the official reunion home of Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders. Join us for some great riding, ice cream social, vendors, bike light show, rider ed and so much more. Host hotel: Plaza Hotel built in 1882 and lovingly restored in 1982. For more info, visit www.gwrra-nm.org or contact Ted Bates, District Director, at (505) 328-4346 or twbat@comcast.net. SEPTEMBER 23-25, 2010. NORTH CAROLINA DISTRICT RALLY, 27th Annual Wings Over the Smokies. We’ll be “Winging to the County Fair” in Fletcher, NC. Enjoy riding our beautiful western North Carolina mountains with guided tours or a visit to the Biltmore Estate. For more info and rally flier, visit our District website at www.gwrranc.org or contact Dennis and Kathy Hull at (828) 295-6856. OCTOBER 7-9, 2010. VIRGINIA DISTRICT’s “Rally in the Valley” in Salem, VA. For more info, contact Pat and Kathy Hasiak at (703) 590-5712 or vadd@comcast.net.

CHAPTER EVENTS MAY 15, 2010. GA-D’s “Motorist Awareness Event” in Cumming, GA. For more info, contact Ron Ciccarone at (678) 316-0473 or rcic@charter.net. JUNE 5, 2010. WI-P’s “Summerfest” 2-hour cruise up the Wisconsin River in Rhinelander, WI (at Wisconsin River Cruises, corner of Hwys 8 & 47). Boarding begins at noon; leaves dock at 12:30 p.m. Pre-registration: $20 by May 5 (includes cruise and food); must be pre-registered to attend. 50/50, door prizes, raffle, and more. For more info, contact Marie Flechner-Haring at (715) 453-8718. JUNE 12, 2010. IN-K'S "MERCY RIDE" in West Lafayette, IN, for Mercy Flight volunteer pilots/owners. Register at 9 a.m.; departs 10:30 a.m. For info, contact Mike Bible at (765) 5866156 or Denny Sell at (219) 275-5200. JUNE 19, 2010. CA1-E, California’s newest GWRRA Chapter, invites you to our “Ride with the Eagles”. Our flyer can be printed from www.gwrra-ca1e.org. Come and check out our web page and be sure to sign our guest book! For more info, call Kevin at (909)-559-0191. JUNE 26, 2010. IN-R2’S “RALLY FOR A.N.N.A. 2010” motorcycle charity ride, held in Rensselaer, IN. All proceeds go to childhood cancer research. $15/single; $25/double. For more information, go to www.annafund.org. Watch the 2009 Rally for A.N.N.A. on YouTube. For information, contact Susan Healey, ride coordinator, at dlhealey@embarqmail.com. JULY 18, 2010, IL-H2, 3rd Annual Steve Boock “Wing Fling” at Lake Story Pavilion, 1572 Mechan Dr., Galesburg, IL. Registration begins at 9 a.m.; last bike out at 11 a.m. $6/pp. For more info, contact D. Fryer at (309) 343-3227 or danal62@comcast.net or visit www.ilh2.org. JULY 18, 2010. CO-L’s “Chapter L Pancake Breakfast” in Lakewood, CO. For more infor contact Fred Fisher at (720) 922-0789.

13-15, 2010. MI-Q’S AUGUST “WILDERNESS WINGS CAMPOUT” in Sault Ste. Marie MI. For more info, contact Frank King at (906) 440-2133. AUGUST 14, 2010. CO-Q’s “Porker Run” in Montrose, CO. Enjoy an all-day observation run through the San Juan Mountains, a “Porker Run” pin and pork barbecue dinner. Welcome dessert reception 8/13. Rooms just $65 at Days Inn if you call (970) 249-4507 and mention GWRRA before 7/30/2010. For more info, contact Ginny and Nick Hoppner at (970) 964-4379 or ginnyornick@bresnan.net. AUGUST 21, 2010. GA-D’s 25th Anniversary Celebration in Dawsonville, GA. For more info, contact Terri Kozlowski at (770) 530-5376 or terrimk@bellsouth.net. AUGUST 21, 2010. VA-O’s “Casino Picnic” at New Quarter Park in Williamsburg, VA. Join us for casino games like dice, roulette, blackjack and more, plus an open auction w/ money. Registration begins 9 a.m.; event starts at 10 a.m. (rain or shine). For more info, visit www.gwrravao.org or contact CD Joe Dickson at (757) 872-0690 or widetrack48@cox.net. AUGUST 21, 2010. TX-M’s 8th annual “Moonlighters Fun Run” will be held in Burleson, TX. Join us for a ride under the stars of Texas. Registration completed by 8 p.m. in the Lowes parking lot at I-35 & Alsbury. Great door prizes, raffles, gift certificates, off-bike games, and lot of fun, with lodging and restaurants close by. Go to our website at www.txmoonlighters.com for flyers and preregistration info or contact Ken Olson at (817) 297-3232. SEPTMEBER 3-6, 2010. BC-D’S (SURREY, BC) “GOLD RUN”. Finish the season in style and warm camaraderie with great riding and lots of fun. For more info, check our website at www.gwrra-bcd.org. SEPTEMBER 11, 2010. IN-O2’s 20th annual “Ronald McDonald House of Indiana” Ride. Ride starts in Mishawaka, IN, at the Meijer store parking lot, 3610 Bremen Highway, at 9 a.m. and ends at the Ronald McDonald House in Indianapolis at approximately 2 p.m. Also, save your pop tabs! For more info, contact Wolfgang Gless at (269) 4762321 or Jim McPhail at (574) 259-2393 or (574) 276-6340. All Chapters and bikes are welcome! September 12, 2010. MI-K2's 16th Annual Anniversary Celebration at Green Township Hall, 21431 Northland Dr., Paris, MI. A full summer luncheon will be served rain or shine, from 12-2:30 p.m. $8. No pets, please. For more info, contact Don and Cyndi Reed at (231) 7963716 or reedcy14@yahoo.com. OCTOBER 9, 2010. CA-1V’S second annual “V Run” in Victorville, CA. Check-in 8-10 a.m. at B&B Honda in Victorville (free coffee and donuts). Many grand prizes (including a set of tires donated by B&B Honda) and door prizes, along with a 50/25/25 drawing. 2 mapped-out rides—one scenic mountain ride and a Route 66 ride. For more info, contact CD John Baker at (760) 949-2186 or visit our website at www.gwrraca1v.org to download a flyer. Ends up at Maxwell’s in Apple Valley for a great meal (price of meal included in rally ticket purchase; a portion of the pro● ceeds will go to High Desert Homeless Services).

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DELAWARE BROWN, M CHAPPELL, T INGRAM JR, K

302-449-0877 302-836-0633 410-208-4803

FLORIDA D/D FL-1A FL-1A2 FL-1B FL-1D FL-1D2 FL-1E2 FL-1F FL-1F2 FL-1G FL-1H FL-1H2 FL-1J FL-1K FL-1K2

LAKELAND TAMPA TALLAHASSEE BRANDON PENSACOLA NEW PORT RICHEY FORT WALTON BCH TITUSVILLE OCALA DELTONA DAYTONA ORLANDO JACKSONVILLE PALM COAST ST PETERSBURG

BERRY, W FLYNN, P STEPHENS, C VAN DAME, N WALKER, M HECKLER, R DONALDSON, D TAYLOR, E ELDRED, A DENNIS, G WELLS, G PRINCE, M GRESHAM, E BOWMAN, W JOHNSON, J

850-871-2571 813-943-5231 727-544-2961 850-892-0318 850-995-5010 352-465-1228 813-714-1669 352-726-6128 904-745-6414 407-617-6853 904-215-7316 352-375-8781 561-439-5541 941-365-8791 239-390-1953 321-951-1054 305-232-2882 941-639-6886 239-707-4667 863-773-3648 863-602-1964 321-635-2006 772-216-3768 954-830-7044 863-644-1109 561-433-8813

GEORGIA

ARKANSAS DEPRIEST, C BLEES, D REDINGER, D FULBRIGHT, L SANDERS, K SCOTT, D PROVENCE, D HOLMES, K REED, S WILLIAMS, M NIXON, J GLASSCOCK, J DUKE, C

SMITH, R BUCK, R DUNN III, W DAVIS, W PRIDEAUX JR, D SCHLIMME, B NORTHROP, R HARRIS, R HOWELL, D BENSON III, J BIRD, G OLDHAM, S GARSON, J SWENSON, D WOODBURY, R MERCER, C LANDSNAES, G IRGENS, D VOIGHT, D CARLTON, W* PRINCE, R KUSTERMANN, J LONG, K FELDMAN, R KINSEY, E SEADORF, T

863-860-4484 813-567-1430 850-539-5084 813-684-1200 850-456-1340 727-819-1113 850-279-6658 321-258-5011 352-377-6385 407-732-4086 386-427-5169 407-221-7144 904-721-0457 904-829-8062 727-525-8020

LOZANO, C FAGAN, S HOHMAN, C RAGSDALE, S THAYER, W SEWARD, J KOZLOWSKI, P PARSONS, M FORD, J BRIDGES, R CATES, L JOHNSON, D SEIBOLD, P VERNER, J GAY, C DAVIS, P BROTHERS, F JONES, M LOY, G HENKLE, K MCCALL JR, G* TILLMAN, T HEADLEY, M RICIGLIANO, F MACKEY, J THRASHER, K YUILL, K NOY, A* MOON, S ZIMMER, J* ROBERTS, R

770-932-4007 770-957-4322 478-275-4972 770-231-8414 770-537-6476 912-832-4382 770-530-0161 706-226-1542 706-647-7505 912-823-2743 706-860-9238 706-718-7215 770-205-0150 229-883-5598 912-852-9035 706-557-1844 706-356-4966 706-896-9506 912-729-4250 678-315-2791 229-985-2412 229-769-3197 770-960-8746 478-953-3886 770-345-6374 706-310-1041 706-621-0565 678-438-3929 770-516-9655 478-474-8821 770-251-2460

HAWAII KAHN, G

POST FALLS POCATELLO LEWISTON BOISE IDAHO FALLS TWIN FALLS COEUR D’ ALENE

D/D IL-A IL-A2 IL-B IL-B2 IL-C IL-C2 IL-D IL-D2 IL-DK IL-E IL-F IL-G IL-G2 IL-H2 IL-I IL-L IL-M IL-N IL-O IL-P IL-P2 IL-PI IL-Q IL-R IL-S IL-T IL-U IL-V IL-W IL-Y IL-Z IL-Z2

AVISTON CHAMPAIGN MT PROSPECT MACOMB CRYSTAL LAKE GILMAN LENA MATTOON EFFINGHAM DEKALB LITCHFIELD MT VERNON DIXON GURNEE GALESBURG DECATUR ROCKFORD TINLEY PARK QUINCY COLLINSVILLE LINCOLN PLAINFIELD PARIS CARBONDALE LASALLE OLNEY SPRINGFIELD VANDALIA BATAVIA KANKAKEE NEW LENOX PEORIA CHICAGO

D/D IN-A IN-A2 IN-B

EVANSVILLE HOBART LEBANON NEW ALBANY

WEBER, D ORAM, W ZELLER, J WEBER, D FISCHBECK, S HIGDEM, D BOLSTAD, T

208-660-7836 208-237-7304 208-413-0375 208-660-7836 208-754-4348 208-734-1364 208-683-6059

ILLINOIS RIBBING, D DECKARD, R GRUNLEE, D WANAMAKER, G KATKUS, J BEASLEY, O MURRAY, L DOWNS, K WORTHEY, G SHIELDS, G FILSON, M BRIDGWATER, G ADAMS, M KAHAN, E FRYER, D ROBINSON, T BENNETT, D BRZUCHOWSKI, B GODMAN, D COOK, W HOLMES, M FRUEH, M FELL, J GOTTSCHALK, S PROSTKO, J STOLL, J RYNDERS, M EVANS, C CONRO, S SIPPEL JR, N SMITH, M NEYRINCK, L ULLRICH, R

618-228-7433 217-762-3709 847-253-8343 309-836-6872 815-455-3942 815-265-4601 815-235-3538 217-369-8776 618-686-4493 815-761-5271 217-899-7113 618-244-7420 815-625-6763 847-520-1526 309-343-3227 217-855-9004 815-398-1201 708-305-4551 573-288-5342 618-288-0053 217-735-1347 630-357-7780 217-948-5674 618-889-4036 815-447-2284 618-395-2807 217-546-6685 618-409-3485 630-482-9139 815-937-0849 815-937-1410 309-925-5460 630-543-2669

INDIANA EGLI, S KENNEDY, D REMLEY, W BROWN, J

MARION INDIANAPOLIS FORT WAYNE TERRE HAUTE FORT WAYNE ANDERSON MITCHELL WARSAW FORT WAYNE MILAN GOSHEN NEW CASTLE KOKOMO LAFAYETTE LIBERTY GREENWOOD WASHINGTON COLUMBIA CITY SOUTH BEND SCOTTSBURG EVANSVILLE ELKHART NOBLESVILLE CROWN POINT PORTAGE INDIANAPOLIS RENSSELAER SOUTH BEND UNION CITY HUNTINGTON ANGOLA LAPORTE GARY COLUMBUS BLOOMINGTON

D/D IA-A IA-CC IA-D IA-E IA-F IA-H IA-I IA-O IA-P IA-S

BURLINGTON DES MOINES CHEROKEE MASON CITY BURLINGTON CEDAR RAPIDS OTTUMWA WATERLOO DAVENPORT SHENANDOAH SHELDON

812-468-8395 219-696-9657 765-362-6765 812-347-3252

MONROE, R HARRIS, T KITTLE, J ROBBINS, D LAMLEY, D HUNTER, L WILLIAMS, D WAGNER, A JONES, R BUSEK, B WENMAN, R DINKINS, T MCMAIN, G SELL, D NEWMAN, T* ZIMMERMAN, J KIEFNER, D HODSON, D BARBER, J SPAULDING, D JUNCKER, D GLESS, W BEAUDOIN, D MAYER, J NEWBOLD, L SMITH, R REED, M KANIA, J ROBINETTE, D CUSTER, S CRAGER, S BIERL, C WILLIAMS, Z BARKER, O WALDRIP, J

D/D KS-A KS-B KS-C KS-E KS-F KS-P KS-Q KS-S

LYNDON WICHITA GARDNER TOPEKA INDEPENDENCE EL DORADO WICHITA ARKANSAS CITY EMPORIA

D/D KY-A KY-B KY-C KY-D KY-G KY-H KY-N KY-P KY-S KY-T KY-U KY-V KY-W KY-Y KY-Z

STAFFORDSVILLE LOUISVILLE PADUCAH LEXINGTON ASHLAND FLORENCE SHELBYVILLE DRY RIDGE MAYSVILLE ELIZABETHTOWN PAINTSVILLE FRANKLIN RICHMOND WINCHESTER MAYFIELD SOMERSET

D/D LA-A LA-B LA-C LA-D LA-E LA-F LA-H LA-J LA-K LA-M LA-O

LAFAYETTE BATON ROUGE LAFAYETTE SHREVEPORT WEST MONROE ALEXANDRIA SLIDELL HOUMA LAKE CHARLES METAIRIE DE RIDDER FRANKLINTON

D/D ME-A ME-C ME-D ME-V

MONMOUTH BERWICK LEWISTON BANGOR MADAWASKA

D/D MD-A MD-B MD-C MD-H MD-I MD-J MD-K MD-L

DAVIDSONVILLE BALTIMORE OXON HILL GLEN BURNIE BEL AIR WALDORF ANNAPOLIS ELDERSBURG EASTON

765-651-1523 317-882-0958 260-637-5104 765-344-1011 260-337-0007 765-779-4187 812-849-6569 574-858-2381 419-639-3408 812-654-2798 574-534-6705 765-529-6345 765-452-9077 219-275-5200 765-966-8722 317-536-2635 812-882-4385 260-396-2333 269-687-5300 812-294-1810 812-457-8486 269-476-2321 317-445-7000 219-836-5714 219-762-5472 317-837-7842 219-866-4386 260-768-4780 260-726-4124 260-356-8922 260-495-4400 219-326-0085 219-712-7161 317-933-2127 812-606-1580

IOWA HUPPENBAUER, M TILTON, M STOUT, R TOPP, M WALLACE, S SMITH, M CHAPMAN, J* TASKER, D ENGLISH, D* LEIGAN, C* VANDERPOL, G

319-758-1134 515-251-4570 712-445-2355 641-797-2951 319-372-7619 319-373-2728 641-932-7612 319-283-2333 309-799-7522 712-246-3276 712-446-2430

KANSAS DRAKE, G 785-828-4801 BOCKHAUS, S 316-283-6701 TADLOCK, J 913-706-0071 HOLLANDSWORTH, D 785-235-8408 MUSGROVE, L 620-336-3526 SHANNON, G 620-735-4254 STEVENS, R 316-683-1138 MANGUS, G 620-221-1904 SCHOECK, J 620-342-8687

KENTUCKY

808-545-3132

IDAHO D/D ID-A ID-B ID-D ID-E ID-G ID-H

IN-B2 IN-C IN-C2 IN-D IN-D2 IN-E IN-E2 IN-F IN-G IN-G2 IN-H IN-H2 IN-J IN-K IN-L IN-L2 IN-M IN-M2 IN-N IN-N2 IN-O IN-O2 IN-P IN-P2 IN-Q2 IN-R IN-R2 IN-S2 IN-T IN-T2 IN-U IN-U2 IN-V IN-W IN-Z

MCKENZIE, D VIER, D STREET, C CAMPBELL JR, R SMITH, M WILLIAMS, J BROADWAY, R CONRAD, R BAUMANN, D WEBB, D CONN, C HITE, B WILLIAMS, R GARRETT, J ULERY, R CRAIG, J

606-297-3568 502-239-2693 270-354-8071 859-361-9413 304-633-6373 859-331-9475 502-647-3778 859-801-4439 937-446-3101 502-507-4365 606-587-3060 270-586-8244 859-582-0170 859-498-6425 270-437-4388 606-379-6322

LOUISIANA COMEAUX, B DINNEL, T LAVERGNE, G HENRIKSON, E FULLER, J MCQUEEN, G ENGOLIA, S BENOIT, B WOLFE, R BETER, F WHITTINGTON, E VERNON, E

337-993-8440 225-647-0276 337-873-6825 318-564-8010 318-728-2273 318-765-3749 985-641-7128 985-876-1076 337-540-1013 504-469-3178 337-239-9777 225-683-5636

MAINE MUSHLIT, E CHEVALIER, R WRIGHT, D SHERBURNE, K CYR, J

207-933-5899 207-651-4981 207-763-3862 207-827-1238 207-895-3536

MARYLAND WILLINGHAM, H MCCORMICK, T* TRASS, K HARVEY SR, W KELLEY, S AHEARN, R GENERAL, A BOYCE, D BARTH, M

410-798-6137 410-787-2584 301-430-5119 410-493-7490 410-879-3063 301-997-1254 410-963-3414 410-775-2670 410-924-8371

Wing World

MASSACHUSETTS D/D MA-A MA-B MA-F MA-W

TBA WAKEFIELD HYANNIS BERKLEY WORCESTER

TBA LEBLOND, K NUNEZ, V ALVAREZ, S GIROUX, R

D/D MI-A MI-A2 MI-B MI-B2 MI-C MI-C2 MI-D MI-D2 MI-E MI-E2 MI-F MI-F2 MI-G MI-G2 MI-H MI-H2 MI-J MI-J2 MI-K MI-K2 MI-L MI-M MI-M2 MI-N MI-O MI-P MI-Q MI-Q2 MI-R MI-R2 MI-S MI-S2 MI-T2 MI-U MI-V MI-V2 MI-W MI-W2 MI-Y MI-Z

SHELBY TOWNSHIP STERLING HEIGHTS ANN ARBOR DEARBORN IMLAY CITY MONROE LUDINGTON PORTAGE HOWELL CLARKSTON OWOSSO MARINE CITY DAVISON ROCKFORD EDMORE LIVONIA TAYLOR JACKSON CLARE CLIO BIG RAPIDS LANSING SKANDIA MANISTIQUE MUSKEGON HOLLAND BERKLEY SAULT STE MARIE CASS CITY CHARLOTTE IONIA BENTON HARBOR DETROIT EAST TAWAS ST. JOHNS MIDLAND CARO ADRIAN WAYNE HOUGHTON LAKE CHEBOYGAN

NEBRASKA TBA 978-692-1169 508-398-9864 508-386-3967 508-752-6874

MICHIGAN TERRYN, L BOBEK, C LILLIE, E DOOLEY, D AMSDILL, K* LANCASTER, D* GENIA, B BURGAN, H ROBINSON, R CRUICKSHANK, C SPENCER, W BURGIN, L SMITH, D VIEU, R HEMMES, H SCHROTH SR, L CANCEL JR, A WACKER, T WENTZ, S* TOWNSEND, T REED, D HOPKINS, M MAXON, G TENNYSON, D HUTH, R BARBER, D KINNEE, C KING, F HEIDA, W LEA, R SHERWOOD, S OLSON, L* EDWARDS, C MURPHY, K SCHNEIDER, R* BARGERON, K HENRY, J PHILO, E NATTER, R MILLSPAUGH, R HILES, C

586-786-6807 248-852-8537 810-588-6257 313-605-3115 810-678-2858 734-753-9317 231-843-2118 269-342-9249 248-255-5859 248-681-7285 517-725-7362 586-749-6254 810-265-3605 616-662-1399 231-937-6079 734-425-2385 313-565-7665 734-476-1085 989-435-4753 810-735-7126 231-796-3716 517-655-4973 906-387-3019 906-341-6245 231-773-7670 616-786-4918 248-689-4299 906-632-6644 989-843-6154 517-652-1289 616-522-0274 269-756-5721 313-537-1824 989-305-1537 989-224-6259 989-689-5443 989-693-6938 517-423-8369 734-421-8250 989-539-3550 231-537-4752

MINNESOTA D/D MN-B MN-C MN-G MN-I MN-K MN-L MN-N MN-O MN-Q MN-R MN-S MN-V MN-W

AUSTIN BEMIDJI LAKE CRYSTAL NORTHEAST TWIN CITIE IRON RANGE ROCHESTER LUVERNE SOUTH TWIN CITIES NW TWIN CITIES MAPLE GROVE AUSTIN OWATONNA MOORHEAD/FARGO BUFFALO

BEEMAN, B BRADLEY, T ECKSTEIN, R KEENE, R PIERCE, F SULLIVAN, M GRUSSING, M BRUMITT, M WIGGINS, J KESSLER, L BREMSETH, R HEMPHILL, S CONLEY, L ANGELL, D

507-433-4286 218-751-6790 507-354-8105 651-489-7978 218-254-4245 507-529-8031 507-478-4109 651-454-5051 763-786-0166 763-428-0766 507-448-3605 507-332-2968 701-241-4642 320-274-8711

MISSISSIPPI D/D MS-B MS-C MS-D MS-E MS-F MS-G MS-I MS-J MS-L MS-M MS-N MS-O MS-Q MS-W MS-Y MS-Z

MCCOMB GULFPORT COLUMBUS MERIDIAN VICKSBURG JACKSON NATCHEZ CORINTH BATESVILLE LAUREL MCCOMB TUPELO CARRIERE GREENVILLE WEST POINT HERNANDO DIAMONDHEAD

HARBISON, G CAMPBELL, D BROWN, M NICHOLSON, L WILLIAMS, E STEED, T THOMPSON, H STUTTS, R SCALLORN, R WILLIAMSON, K JONES, L COOPER, R KUCHTA, P WHITE, G SWINDOL, G BROWNLEE, T PERRONNE, M

D/D MO-B MO-B2 MO-G MO-I MO-K MO-L MO-N MO-O MO-P MO-R MO-T MO-W MO-W2 MO-X MO-XP MO-Y MO-Z

FLORISSANT SPRINGFIELD SEDALIA JEFFERSON CITY JACKSON KANSAS CITY EL DORADO SPRINGS SPRINGFIELD O’FALLON SULLIVAN CABOOL JOPLIN HARRISBURG ST PETERS NEOSHO ST JOSEPH BRANSON ST LOUIS

601-684-3308 228-365-6403 662-328-6705 601-656-2419 662-887-5248 662-582-8803 601-442-7269 662-728-3981 662-487-2156 601-543-0801 601-734-6599 662-282-7641 601-749-8893 662-820-9950 662-494-8728 662-393-7806 228-255-3151

MISSOURI PHELPS, R MARTIN, M WHITE, G* LUECKENOTTE, K HAUPT, J TINKLER, R WILLS, K BROWN, L LONG JR, J WAHLE, K LANGSTON, R LITTLE, S SALLEE, N HOFMANN, J GILLMING, G TALBOT, J CORDES, E ZIGAITIS, K

314-837-6276 417-207-3445 573-378-7100 573-659-4641 573-275-6580 816-318-9829 417-876-0554 417-883-6601 636-661-5309 636-390-2158 417-274-8260 417-776-7386 573-886-7811 636-922-4951 417-475-3598 816-232-4548 417-348-0338 314-306-0696

MONTANA D/D MT-B MT-G MT-H MT-M

LAUREL BILLINGS GREAT FALLS HELENA MISSOULA

July 2010

PARPART, R HAAGENSON, H MITCHAM, T ANZIK, W HINTZ, T

406-628-8115 406-656-1827 406-454-2784 406-227-8904 406-251-5781

D/D NE-C NE-NE NE-O NE-SC NE-SE NE-W

PLAINVIEW COLUMBUS PLAINVIEW OMAHA GRAND ISLAND CORTLAND SCOTTSBLUFF

BROZEK, L* KRUEGER, T UMBERGER, G ROBERTS, R BARNARD, J FISCHER, A OLIVER, J*

D/D NV-A NV-B NV-E NV-H

BOULDER CITY LAS VEGAS FALLON RENO ELKO

D/D NH-A NH-E NH-F NH-G NH-K

ASHBURNHAM CONCORD KEENE LEBANON LACONIA GORHAM

D/D NJ-A NJ-C NJ-D NJ-E NJ-F NJ-G NJ-H NJ-I

GREEN BROOK MILLVILLE MT. LAUREL BORDENTOWN, EGG HARBOR TWP FREEHOLD FLANDERS WATCHUNG TOMS RIVER

D/D NM-C NM-D NM-F NM-R NM-T NM-W

ALBUQUERQUE CLOVIS FARMINGTON ALBUQUERQUE SOUTHEAST LAS CRUCES ALBUQUERQUE

D/D NY-C NY-D NY-F NY-G NY-H NY-K NY-L NY-N NY-R NY-T NY-U NY-W NY-Y

BATAVIA OSWEGO CENTRAL SQUARE BURDETT HALFMOON YOUNGSTOWN HAUPAUGH EARLTON SARATOGA SPRINGS BRONX TABERG JAMESTOWN ROCHESTER BINGHAMTON

D/D NC-A NC-A2 NC-B2 NC-C NC-C2 NC-D NC-D2 NC-E NC-E2 NC-F NC-F2 NC-G NC-G2 NC-H2 NC-I NC-K2 NC-L NC-L2 NC-M NC-M2 NC-N NC-O2 NC-P2 NC-Q NC-Q2 NC-R NC-S2 NC-T2 NC-U NC-U2 NC-V NC-W NC-W2 NC-X NC-X2 NC-Y NC-Y2 NC-Z

BOONE GREENSBORO LEXINGTON WINSTON-SALEM CHARLOTTE SMITHFIELD GREENVILLE NEW BERN CARY ELIZABETH CITY JACKSONVILLE GARNER HIGH POINT WAYNESVILLE DURHAM ASHEVILLE FAYETTEVILLE GASTONIA MOORESVILLE SALISBURY HENDERSONVILLE BURLINGTON HICKORY FOREST CITY WILMINGTON DUNN/BENSON THOMASVILLE SANFORD ALBEMARLE LUMBERTON LAURINBURG STATESVILLE EDEN JEFFERSON WAKE FOREST MOUNT AIRY MORGANTON MONROE ROCKY MOUNT

D/D ND-C ND-D ND-M

HANOVER BISMARCK FARGO MINOT

D/D

GROVEPORT

402-582-4726 402-447-6032 402-360-2282 402-991-0596 308-381-8062 402-540-5150 308-436-3616

NEVADA GRACE, D RYCKMAN, T MC CARRELL, W THELANDER, R ELLISON, D

702-293-6584 702-818-4058 775-423-8096 775-358-8979 775-777-9356

NEW HAMPSHIRE THIBAUDEAU, P DANIELS, G PROVENCHER, R RAWLING, W HEATH, E GULA, G

978-827-6091 603-673-5268 603-878-1428 603-558-8690 603-934-4168 603-482-3252

NEW JERSEY PEREZ, J YOUNG, H CAMIRE, D DEAN, L LORD, T BILL, R ANTHONY, D CORREIA, R FLETCHER, D

732-968-7833 856-358-8752 856-581-3171 609-298-4026 609-377-6356 732-615-9312 973 366-0044 973-923-1876 609-994-3525

NEW MEXICO BATES, T PETTIGREW, D DAVIS, R WHITE, B RYDER, K SARABIA, L LEIST, B

505-898-9504 575-763-1636 505-632-1331 505-896-3879 575-302-1019 505-526-1035 505-291-1757

NEW YORK WOOD JR, P HABEL, N REARDON, R BROWN, R* ST AMOUR, P PARSON, R SHOWMAN, L EIGHMEY, D DENTON, S HERNANDEZ, M* YERDON, A SCHAAL, C SCHELKUN, M TERIBURY, R

585-343-8903 315-638-8747 315-668-1690 607-546-4111 518-490-1031 716-791-1303 631-273-7769 845-679-7423 518-654-6518 917-662-7601 315-599-7725 716-484-9018 585-663-1237 607-967-7480

OH-A OH-A3 OH-B OH-B2 OH-B3 OH-C OH-C2 OH-C3 OH-D OH-D3 OH-E2 OH-E3 OH-F OH-F2 OH-F3 OH-G2 OH-H2 OH-H3 OH-I OH-I2 OH-J OH-K2 OH-L OH-L2 OH-M OH-M2 OH-N OH-N2 OH-O OH-P OH-P2 OH-Q2 OH-S OH-S2 OH-T OH-T2 OH-U OH-U2 OH-V OH-V2 OH-W OH-W2 OH-X OH-X2 OH-Y OH-Y2 OH-Z OH-Z2

FINDLAY MARIETTA MANSFIELD BELLEFONTAINE OBETZ MAUMEE GALLIPOLIS STRONGSVILLE CHARDON MARYSVILLE CINCINNATI POMEROY FAIRBORN AMHERST LANCASTER MANTUA GARFIELD HTS PROCTORVILLE ORRVILLE WARREN DAYTON BELLEVUE CINCINNATI NEW PHILADELPHIA AUSTINTOWN DEFIANCE LIMA SABINA NEWARK MEDINA CHILLICOTHE CIRCLEVILLE FREMONT SPRINGFIELD KENT TROTWOOD CELINA HILLIARD ASHLAND WINTERSVILLE MARION BOWLING GREEN ATHENS MONROE FREDERICKTOWN ZANESVILLE PAINESVILLE DELAWARE

D/D OK-B OK-E OK-G OK-J OK-K OK-L OK-M OK-N OK-P OK-S OK-W OK-X

OWASSO SHAWNEE TULSA BARTLESVILLE GUTHRIE PONCA CITY LAWTON MUSKOGEE NORMAN CLAREMORE MIDWEST CITY OKLAHOMA CITY STILLWATER

D/D OR-G OR-H OR-I OR-J

HILLSBORO SALEM HERMISTON OREGON CITY ALBANY

D/D PA-A PA-B PA-C PA-D PA-E PA-F PA-G PA-H PA-I PA-K PA-L PA-M PA-N PA-O PA-P PA-Q PA-R PA-S PA-T PA-U PA-V PA-W PA-X PA-Y

MOUNTAIN TOP KING OF PRUSSIA LITITZ CHAMBERSBURG CRANBERRY TWP BELLE VERNON BELLEFONTE ERIE BERWICK REYNOLDSVILLE DILLSBURG ALLENTOWN WILLIAMSPORT MEADVILLE SHELOCTA PITTSBURGH PITTSFIELD SAYRE ALTOONA SOMERSET MONROEVILLE HANOVER EVERETT TUNKHANNOCK QUAKERTOWN

D/D RI-A RI-B

LINCOLN MIDDLETOWN WARWICK

D/D SC-A SC-B SC-C SC-D SC-E SC-F SC-G

TRAVELERS REST ANDERSON FLORENCE BEAUFORT COLUMBIA GREENVILLE EASLEY CHARLESTON

918-272-9055 405-535-1154 918-455-8605 918-333-2447 405-348-7741 580 765 7673 580-492-4090 918-687-5648 405-703-2057 918-371-5125 405-391-5849 405-381-4243 405-747-6019

HUFFMAN, T CHOATE, B BRIDGE, M MASHEK, R* SCHAEFFER, D

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304-755-9603 301-791-8176 304-782-3996 304-523-2868 304-280-1667 304-623-6711 304-872-5954 304-372-8933 304-329-3833 304-375-3888 304-636-4718

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ZILKOWSKY, B

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49-06732-7669

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(Recruited more than 25 new GWRRA Members.) Aaserod, Irene..................SKJEBERG, Adams, Leland..................BANDERA, TX Adkins, Allan ....................SHERIDAN, MI Adkins, Terry....................TUPELO, MS Aguiar, Ronald..................INDIAN HARBOR BEACH, FL Albert, Frank....................KODAK, TN Alcorn, Clayton ................SEDALIA, MO Aldous, John ....................JACKSONVILLE, FL Alg, Cecil ..........................MINOT, ND Allhands, Jerry ................WATSEKA, IL Anderson, Harry ..............MELBOURNE, FL Anthony, James ................CLARKES BEACH, NL Arthur, Kenny ..................ADA, OK Austin, Joseph ..................DUDLEY, NC Bahrenburg, Ed ................CHENANGO BRIDGE, NY Baker, Gary......................RIVERVIEW, FL Bales, William ..................CORRYTON, TN Ballard, Ronald ................SCOTIA, NY Barnhill, William ..............WINTER HAVEN, FL Barr, Michael ....................BURLINGTON, ON Barrington, Bob................YAZOO CITY, MS Batson, Ronald ................PORT ORANGE, FL Bayer, Jack ......................PINE, AZ Beason, Rufus ..................COLUMBUS, MS Belanger, Dean ................ABRAMS, WI Belinoski, Sam..................HOUSTON, TX Benoit, Percy....................HOUMA, LA Bentt, Wallace ..................SHERWOOD PARK, AB Bevens, James..................LONDON, OH Bible, Dennis ....................SOLDOTNA, AK Bible, Mike ......................LAFAYETTE, IN Biddlingmeier, Deborah ....TROY, MO Bill, Roy ..........................MIDDLETOWN, NJ Birge, Jack ......................CRESTVIEW, FL Black, Zearl......................HERMITAGE, TN Bolin, James ....................BONHAM, TX Bondurant, Dan................MAYFIELD, KY Bottema, Ronald ..............HILLSBORO, OR Branham, James ..............WINSTON SALEM, NC Brock, Donal ....................RICHLAND, WA Brodbeck, Denny..............MIAMI, FL Broeker, Richard ..............HERNANDO, FL Brown, Gordon ................DALTON, GA Brown, Lonnie ..................BRANSON, MO Brown, Willie....................Eastover, NC Bruneau, Al......................MELBOURNE, FL Brunkow, Tim ..................SANDY, OR Bryant, Roy......................ROCKY MOUNT, NC Burlison, Charles ..............TAMARAC, FL Burton, Joyce ..................DAYTON, OH Buzick, Toney ..................MARQUETTE HEIGHTS, IL Campus, Phyllis ................WILMINGTON, IL Carey, Jim ........................KELOWNA, BC Carlton, Winston ..............WAUCHULA, FL Carr, David ......................POMEROY, OH Carter, Charles..................ATOKA, TN Carter, James ..................FOREST PARK, GA Case, Frank ......................ELKHART, IN Chadwick, Garland............CARRIERE, MS Champion, David ..............CONCEPTION BAY SOUTH, NL Chapman, Eta ..................ALBIA, IA Chapman, Jim ..................ALBIA, IA Christianson, Gene............FARGO, ND Clark, Crystal....................KOKOMO, IN Clayton, Kelly ..................WALLACE, WV Cline, Steve ......................LEXINGTON, NC Coe, James ......................FEDERAL WAY, WA Cole, Alice ........................SOUTHSIDE, AL Cole, Dewey ....................SOUTHSIDE, AL Cole, Kenton ....................LOMAX, IL Coleman, Charles..............TRAVELERS REST, SC Colley, Lloyd ....................JUNCTION CITY, OR Conrad, Ray ....................WILLIAMSTOWN, KY Cook, Les ........................SUNNYVALE, CA Corgnell, William ..............LAKE ALFRED, FL Corner, Don......................FREELTON, ON Corner, Mary ....................FREELTON, ON Couch, Charles..................TALLAHASSEE, FL Coulter, Ted ......................GAINESVILLE, FL Cox, Robert ......................BIDWELL, OH Cyr, Allen..........................SABATTUS, ME Danner, Arnold ................FORT WAYNE, IN Daves, Richard ................BAKERSFIELD, CA Davies, Jack ....................BELFAIR, WA Davies, Mark....................LAVEEN, AZ Davis, Woody ..................CANTON, GA Day, James ......................LOS LUNAS, NM

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Deal, Aaron......................NEWNAN, GA Del Rio, Richard................TAMPA, FL Dennis, Vern ....................BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN Dewberry, Carl ................MOORES HILL, IN Domas, Gary ....................KENNEWICK, WA Donaldson, Danny ............NICEVILLE, FL Dudley, Roger ..................MAGNA, UT Dudley, Vernon ................RALEIGH, NC Dudley, Virginia................MAGNA, UT Dufner, Laine....................SPOKANE, WA Dull, Robert......................PINEVILLE, LA Dyer, Stanley....................EMERY, SD Earle, Daniel ....................INDIANAPOLIS, IN Ebmeier, David ................VIRGINIA BEACH, VA Edwards, Thomas..............IDAHO FALLS, ID Eiffert, Robert ..................ATHENS, PA Eldridge, Eddie ................GREENWOOD, SC Elliott, Kirk ......................KAMLOOPS, BC Ellison, George ................WAYNE, MI Epperson, Melvin ..............SAN MARCOS, CA Evans, Denis ....................ST CATHARINES, ON Eversole, William ..............STRONGSVILLE, OH Fannin, Robert..................CHRISTMAS, FL Feigenbaum, Robert ........CORAL SPRINGS, FL Fields, Harold ..................LUMBERTON, NC Finley, Lloyd ....................KENNEWICK, WA Fletcher, Tom ....................DALLAS, TX Follett, Richard ................GUNTERSVILLE, AL Ford, Ej ............................LA PORTE, IN Fortini, John ....................LUDLOW, MA Fox, Ronald......................CHEYENNE, WY Franson, Janice ................INDIANAPOLIS, IN Freedle, Russell ................LEXINGTON, NC Fritz, Daniel ....................FREDERICKSBURG, VA Fulcer, Earl ......................PEWAUKEE, WI Gallo, Frank ....................LUDLOW, MA Gardner, Marge ................NORTH PORT, FL Gibson, Reuben ................LOUISVILLE, KY Gieger, Mike ....................LOUIN, MS Gilbert, Cynthia ................LIMA, OH Gilbert, Donald ................LIMA, OH Godfrey, Marion ..............VERONA, MS Goff, Gary........................MYRTLE BEACH, SC Gonzales, George ............ADDIS, LA Gordon, Helen..................HOPE HULL, AL Grace, Don ......................BOULDER CITY, NV Graham, Richard ..............HENDERSON, TX Gray, Douglas ..................PALM COAST, FL Graybill, Evelyn ................ANDERSON, IN Grazier, Edward................SMYRNA, TN Greer, Karla......................JONESBORO, GA Greninger, Rick ................OWASSO, OK Gresham, Gary ................RIVERSIDE, CA Griffing, Bruce..................CAPE CORAL, FL Griffith, Charles................LURAY, VA Griffith, Diane ..................LURAY, VA Grow, Terry ......................WEST PALM BEACH, FL Gugin, Donald ..................WHITE SALMON, WA Gulley, William ................ROGERSVILLE, AL Gulseth, Randy ................TWO RIVERS, WI Haase, Lorne....................HARRIETTA, MI Hackney, Mike..................WALLAND, TN Hall, Moncie ....................UNION CITY, TN Hallett, Louis ....................GREEN BAY, WI Hamel, Robert..................LACONIA, NH Hamilton, J B ..................ALBION, IL Hammond, Terry ..............HIBBING, MN Hammond, Thomas ..........IDAHO FALLS, ID Hankinson, Robert............WICHITA FALLS, TX Hansen, Kim ....................NAESTVED, Hansen, Larry ..................HOT SPRINGS, AR Harding, Lewis..................LEBANON, MO Hare, Ronald....................LA CROSSE, WI Harig, Brad ......................EMMONS, MN Harris, J R........................INVERNESS, FL Harris, Rachel ..................INVERNESS, FL Hartman, Ray & Cheryl ....WALDORF, MD Hawkins, Terry ................MONTROSE, CO Heap, Kevin ....................HANOVER, MN Heath, Phillip ..................RIO RANCHO, NM Heffelfinger, Ronald ........WINNEBAGO, IL Heinmiller, Barry ..............PALMERSTON, ON Hencely, Steve..................CLARKESVILLE, GA Henline, Sandra................PORT GIBSON, NY Herbert, Richard ..............WICHITA FALLS, TX Hernandez, Miguel ..........YONKERS, NY Hewitson, Jim ..................RIVERSIDE, CA

Hodge, James ..................OCEAN SPRINGS, MS Hodges, James ................BRECKSVILLE, OH Hodges, Susan..................BRECKSVILLE, OH Hodges, Wilbur ................BRANDON, MS Hodgson, Ronald ..............RED DEER, AB Hollingsworth Steven ........MERIDIANVILLE, AL Holthe, Donald ................MOORHEAD, MN Hooper, Sue......................STONY POINT, NC Hop, Donald ....................ZEPHYRHILLS, FL Hopkins, Jack ..................ATWATER, OH Hopler, Lowell ..................PORT RICHEY, FL Hoppner, Nick ..................Montrose, CO Horgan, Daniel ................HAMILTON, OH Horwood, Gary ................PARADISE, NL Hory, Michael ..................DEBARY, FL Howell, David ..................JACKSONVILLE, FL Huddlestun, Harold ..........EQUALITY, IL Hudnell, Michael ..............SHELTON, WA Hudson, Bradley ..............SAINT CHARLES, MO Huffman, Larry ................MOUNT VERNON, OH Hughes, Peter ..................CURRIE, NC Hunter, J David ................NORFOLK, VA Hunter, Pierre ..................LES COTEAUX, QC Hurley, Roger ..................WEST MILTON, OH Hyde, Robert....................PLYMOUTH, MN Hyde, Robin ....................PLYMOUTH, MN Irwin, John ......................LAUREL, DE Jackson, Jim ....................SMITHS, AL Jacobs, Harold..................PLYMOUTH, MI Jagger, James ..................CHINA, MI James, Jimmie ................HEDGESVILLE, WV Jamison, Jim ....................CONROE, TX Jarrell, Thomas ................BLUFF CITY, TN Jefferies, Thomas ............SACRAMENTO, CA Jensen, Robert..................CALGARY, AB Jette, Geno ......................ORANGE PARK, FL Jimenez, Angel A. ............SAN JUAN, PR Johnson, Gail ..................PEORIA, AZ Johnson, Linda ................BRISTOL, VA Johnson, Robert ..............PEORIA, AZ Johnson, Steve ................SILVERDALE, WA Jones, Jim........................HASKELL, OK Jose, Ralph ......................FARGO, ND Joyce, Joe ........................MADISON, WI Kalaher, Terry ..................GILLESPIE, IL Keetle, Billy......................BREMERTON, WA Kennedy, John..................INDIANAPOLIS, IN Kermick, Herbert..............PENSACOLA, FL Kindschi, Virgil..................BELOIT, WI King, Harold ....................JACKSONVILLE, FL King, Russel......................ODESSA, TX Kitzman, Dave..................PORT RICHEY, FL Knight, Earl ......................PAWTUCKET, RI Kohr, Glenn ......................BUTTE, MT Lamb, William ..................MULLICA HILL, NJ Lancaster, Danny ..............LAKEVIEW, OH Lancaster, Diana ..............NEW BOSTON, MI Langlois, Marc ..................GREELY, ON Lantz, Ron........................SEMINOLE, FL Larsen, Ronnie ................WARNER ROBINS, GA Latham, Clay....................SEVIERVILLE, TN Lineberger, Edsel ..............SHERRILLS FORD, NC Litwiller, Ronald................BADEN, ON Longfellow, Alyne ............HEBRON, MD Low, Dean ........................ORMOND BEACH, FL Lumpkin, Robert ..............TUCSON, AZ Lust, Donna......................CRESTLINE, OH Lynch, Rick ......................GILLETTE, WY Lysne, James....................CHEYENNE, WY MacBird, Bob....................CONROE, TX Mackey, Danny ................CANTON, GA Magnuson, Ronald............GOOD HOPE, IL Malott, Carl ......................BEAVERTON, MI Malott, Rosemary ............PHOENIX, AZ Malson, Bruce ..................MITCHELLVILLE, MD Manning, Al......................MOBILE, AL Mardis, Don......................TOWN CREEK, AL Martin, Ronald ................COLDBROOK, NS Martin, Tommy ................BUCKHEAD, GA Martini, Dennis ................MANSFIELD, TX Mason, Thomas ................ROANOKE RAPIDS, NC Masters, Jan ....................SOUTH BEND, IN Masters, Larry ..................SOUTH BEND, IN Mattson, Scott ..................HOPKINS, MN Maupin, Donald................ROCKWALL, TX Mauterer, Eddie ................DIAMONDHEAD, MS McBride, Dwight ..............OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

Mccandless, Marie ............ALAMANCE, NC Mccasland, Danny ............ALBUQUERQUE, NM Mcclintock, Pauline ..........CASCO, MI Mccollough, Dennis ..........KINGSLAND, GA Mccoy, Hollie ....................SAINT MARYS, WV Mcdaniel, Ima ..................CROSBY, TX Mcdonald, Richard ............BROKEN ARROW, OK McDougal, Ricky ..............MOULTON, AL McGary, Kyle....................BENTLEYVILLE, PA Mcgill, Fred ......................ELLIJAY, GA Mckenzie, Roy..................BUCKLEY, WA Mcmahan, Jimmy ............RIO RANCHO, NM McMichael, Paul................HIGHLAND, CA McNicol, Robert ................GENEVA, FL McPhail, James ................MISHAWAKA, IN Meadows, Wesley ............LEESBURG, FL Meredith, Bobby ..............TAYLORSVILLE, NC Messman, Denzil ..............JEFFERSON, TX Michaud, Ronald ..............WOODLAND, MI Micheau, Willard ..............PORTLAND, IN Miller, Craig......................SUMMERVILLE, SC Miller, Gary ......................WAVERLY, OH Miller, Roy........................OWINGSVILLE, KY Mobley, Byrle ..................REEDSBURG, WI Moore, George ................WATERLOO, IA Morlan, Donnie ................GALLATIN, TN Morris, Terry ....................MILTON FREEWATER, OR Moynagh, James ..............VENTURA, CA Mullins, Billy ....................SELMER, TN Munson, Kenneth..............WAYNESBORO, VA Murphy, Gordon ..............SAINT JOHNS, NL Myre, Gailya ....................CLARKSTON, MI Nation, Raymond..............GULFPORT, MS Neil, Dennis......................MILTON, WA Nelsen, Robert..................DULUTH, MN Newell, Marcella ..............BELLEVILLE, WI Newman, Bobby ..............LA PORTE, IN Newton, Bernard ..............CENTER VALLEY, PA Nicholas, Ronald ..............OXFORD, MS Noah, Donna....................COLORADO SPRINGS, CO Noah, Richard ..................COLORADO SPRINGS, CO Nolff, William ..................LAKE ANN, MI Nolte, Donald ..................BRANDON, SD O’neill, Helene ................SILVERDALE, WA Oberholtzer, Larry ............ASHLAND, OH Oliver, John......................SCOTTSBLUFF, NE Ondof, Anthony................NEW BERN, NC Orwig, Ronald ..................MOUNT PLEASANT, MI Oxner, Nathan..................LEXINGTON, SC Paffel, Dennis ..................BELOIT, WI Parham, David ................FAYETTEVILLE, NC Parker, John ....................WESLEY CHAPEL, FL Parker, Keith ....................HASTINGS, MN Parker, Sandra ................HASTINGS, MN Patterson, Bobby ..............FOXWORTH, MS Peabody, Russell ..............BELLEVILLE, MI Peck, Thomas ..................LA FOLLETTE, TN Peterson, Marlene ............COON RAPIDS, MN Philhower, Thomas............WAUSAUKEE, WI Pinet, Bob ........................BURLINGTON, ON Pippin, Danny ..................PANAMA CITY, FL Pirillo, Joseph ..................ALTOONA, IA Plevel, Nick ......................BELLE VERNON, PA Polgrean, LeRoy ..............FRESNO, CA Preston, John ..................JACKSBORO, TN Puckett, Elzie....................MADISON, NC Randall, Dan ....................ORMOND BEACH, FL Randall, Lewis ..................MECOSTA, MI Randolph, Steve ..............LITTLETON, CO Rathbone, Foster ..............AZILDA, ON Reeves, Donald ................MARSHALL, TX Reynolds, William ............DOBSON, NC Rice, George ....................ANCHORAGE, AK Rich, Mari ........................CLEVELAND, TX Richards, Elizabeth ..........ENGLEWOOD, OH Richards, Gerald ..............NORTH FORT MYERS, FL Ringer, Barbara ................INDIANAPOLIS, IN Rollo, Sonny ....................TALLAHASSEE, FL Romero, Paul ..................YOUNGSVILLE, LA Royer, Gene ....................LEXINGTON, SC Rupprecht, Charles............NORMAN, OK Sallinger, Mike..................BONIFAY, FL Sanderovich, Dan ............YOQNEAM, Sanders, F T ....................MUSCLE SHOALS, AL Sanscartier, Jean-Pierre ....DRUMMONDVILLE, QC Savage, Susan..................NEKOOSA, WI Schippers, Louis................MICHIGAN CENTER, MI

Schneider, Robert..............HERSCHER, IL Schoeck, Jack ..................EMPORIA, KS Schoug, Aage ..................TOCKSFORS, Schreve, Marshall ............SAN ANTONIO, TX Scott, Joe ........................PORTLAND, TN Scott, Lorna......................CLEBURNE, TX Scott, Perry ......................MARROWBONE, KY Scott, Ronald ....................MIDLAND, TX Seacord, Jim ....................HENDERSONVILLE, NC Seale, Ruby......................PITTSBURG, TX Seyfarth, Fred ..................TRYON, NC Sharp, J ..........................LAFAYETTE, LA Shepherd, Bobby ..............WINFIELD, KS Shivers, Rose....................ALGONAC, MI Shoaf, Robert ..................SALISBURY, NC Shurlow, Dennis................WEBSTER, FL Smith, David ....................STATESVILLE, NC Smith, Edsel......................LUFKIN, TX Smith, Robert ..................SIOUX FALLS, SD Smith, Robert ..................DEWEY, OK Smith, Terry ....................HOT SPRINGS VILLIAGE, AR Snedigar, Jack ..................BILLINGS, MT Sowards, Larry ................RAEFORD, NC Sparacino, Anthony ..........FLORAL CITY, FL Sparacino, Peggy..............FLORAL CITY, FL Spooner, Robert................TRAVELERS REST, SC Stamper, Steve ................GEORGETOWN, KY Stegmaier, Bill ..................PERKIOMENVILLE, PA

Stephens, Chester ............BERWICK, IL Stephens, Rick ..................TEMPLE, GA Stewart, Lowell Green ......ASHLAND, KY Stewart, Stephen ..............BEAUMONT, TX Stewart, Wayne ................AMISSVILLE, VA Stocco, Wayne ..................SAULT STE MARIE, ON Straka, Thomas ................WINTERSVILLE, OH Stumpf, William................MONROE, OH Summerford, Ken ............HAYDEN, AL Taggart, Sandy ................BUCHTEL, OH Taggart, Tom ....................BUCHTEL, OH Talbott, Edward ................SOUTH BOSTON, VA Tate, John ........................CEDAR SPRINGS, MI Tate, Paul ........................JOHNSTOWN, CO Taylor, Bobby ..................MCCOMB, MS Taylor, David ....................HAMILTON, OH Taylor, Howie....................WESLEY CHAPEL, FL Taylor, Karen....................HAMILTON, OH Taylor, Susan ....................FOUNTAIN INN, SC Taylor, Ted........................LAURENS, SC Teno, Gary ......................PICTON, ON Terro, Doug ......................LAFAYETTE, LA Terryn, Larry....................SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI Tessmer, Jim ....................APACHE JUNCTION, AZ Thayer, Barbara................MCDONOUGH, GA Thillen, Harland................ROCKFORD, IL Thomas, Herbert ..............MOYOCK, NC Thomas, Kaye ..................MOYOCK, NC

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Thomas, Orin....................WINCHESTER, VA Thompson, Jerald ............KELSO, WA Thorpe, Robert ................ALEXANDRIA, VA Timbs, David ....................MYRTLE BEACH, SC Tinkler, Jerry....................WICHITA, KS Tollman, Royce ................WALLA WALLA, WA Tremblay, Paul..................ST AMABLE, QC Turple, Glenn....................RED DEER, AB Van Buren, Richard ..........GREENEVILLE, TN Van Nes, Robert................CALGARY, AB Van Schaick, Anthony ......OSWEGO, NY Vaughn, Walter ................MILTON, FL Vega, Rafael ....................BOYNTON BEACH, FL Venne, Jim ......................LOUDON, NH Vice, Louis ........................KENNER, LA Vickery, Bill ......................CRESTVIEW, FL Walker, Maynard ..............LAKE PLACID, FL Ward, Ralph ....................MUNCIE, IN Watkins, Ken ....................THOMASTON, GA Weber, Clayton ................WESTERVILLE, OH Weiss, Bernard ................HIGHLAND PARK, IL Welker, Mae ....................TOWANDA, PA Werger, Randy..................KELOWNA, BC Wheeler, Charles ..............MAGGIE VALLEY, NC Wheeler, Joe ....................UXBRIDGE, MA Whidden, Ronald ..............SUMMERFIELD, FL White, Sandra ..................BURGOON, OH White, Sherwin ................PRESCOTT VALLEY, AZ

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Wilkins, Donald ................MERCED, CA Wilkinson, Donald ............MAIDEN, NC Wilks, Jim ........................SEDALIA, MO Williams, Bill ....................BROKEN ARROW, OK Williams, Boyce ................HOLIDAY ISLAND, AR Williams, Carl ..................LITTLETON, CO Williams, David Ray..........THORNTOWN, IN Williams, J Frank..............MARIETTA, GA Williams, Judy..................LITTLETON, CO Williamson, Ron................AJAX, ON Willoughby, Robert ..........PORT ORANGE, FL Wilson, Margaret ..............SPRINGFIELD, IL Wilson, Melvin..................CAPE CORAL, FL Winters, Sam....................CLARKSVILLE, TN Wolf, Ronald ....................OLYMPIA, WA Wolfe, Paul ......................LAKE PLACID, FL Woodruff, Robert Pete ......MARIETTA, GA Woods, Jerry ....................WICHITA FALLS, TX Worthey, Gerald ..............LOUISVILLE, IL Wright, Mike ....................COLUMBIA CITY, IN Wright, Ron......................STRATHROY, ON Wyatt, Lonnie ..................ARAB, AL Yakel, Beverley ................MILWAUKEE, WI Yakel, Donald ..................MILWAUKEE, WI Young, Ralph....................LAKE COUNTRY, BC Young, Robert ..................WEST SWANZEY, NH

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(Recruited more than 100 new GWRRA Members.) Allen, Donald.....................................................................Fairfield, CA Babin, Phillip.....................................................................Gonzales, LA Brady, Gene .....................................................................Pasadena, TX Brady, Sarah.....................................................................Pasadena, TX Carson, John ...................................................................Jacksonville, IL Carter, Dave ...................................................................Crystal Lake, IL Collins, Jim ..................................................................Green Valley, AZ Dodd, Kacey .....................................................................Gadsden, AL Dodd, Josh ........................................................................Gadsden, AL Fisher, Steven ................................................................Hutchinson, MN Goins, Sherwood .............................................................Dry Creek, LA Grant, Ken........................................................................Pensacola, FL Hewitt, David .........................................................................Mesa, AZ Holton, Dean ...................................................................Louisburg, NC Howell, Richard. .........................................................Albuquerque, NM Humphrey, Robert ............................................................Clarksville, AR Hutchens, Jim .............................................................Pleasant View, TN Hutchens, Shirrin.........................................................Pleasant View, TN Kephart, Richard ...............................................................Pensacola, FL Knudtson, Ronald ............................................................Mason City, IA Knudtson, Karen..............................................................Mason City, IA Kolaske, Neal ................................................................Milwaukee, WI Landis, Dick .....................................................................Zephyrhills, FL Lantz, Charles ...................................................................Wooster, OH Lear, Tom............................................................................Bidwell, OH Legris, Mike...........................................................................Bradley, IL Lewis, Edward ..................................................................Concord, NH Lewis, Judith .....................................................................Concord, NH Lyman, B.J.. ..............................................................Santa Barbara, CA Lyman, Kit L. ............................................................Santa Barbara, CA

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McNabb, Charles..........................................................Springfield, MO Michaud, Roberta .......................................................Albuquerque, NM Miller, Clifford..........................................................Oklahoma City, OK Mytinger, David.............................................................Indianapolis, IN Panter, Jim..........................................................................Canton, OH Preston, John....................................................................Jacksboro, TN Rasmussen, Robert .......................................................Minneapolis, MN Rasmussen, Delores......................................................Minneapolis, MN Rennick, Bob...........................................................Kings Mountain, NC Roberts, Logan ..................................................................Chandler, AZ Sharp, Gaylord .................................................................Friesland, WI Shrader, Robert ..............................................................San Antonio, FL Simmons, William .............................................................Newbern, TN Smith, Steven ...........................................................................York, SC Smith, Bruce .......................................................................London, ON Swanson, Lloyd ........................................................Oklahoma City, OK Taber, Frank ...............................................................Port Orchard, WA Taylor, John ..................................................................Fountain Inn, SC Thayer, Gary ...............................................................McDonough, GA Townsley, Richard ................................................................Mahomet, IL Vaillancourt, Michael ........................................................Montrose, CO Waer, Allan, Sr. .............................................................Meshoppen, PA White, Kirby .....................................................................Burgoon, OH Williams, Boyce.........................................................Holiday Island, AR Williams, Zelmer......................................................................Gary, IN Wilson, Kerry ....................................................................Gadsden, AL Wilson, Joyce ....................................................................Gadsden, AL Zakrajsek, Martin..............................................................Richland, WA

M E M O R I A M

Bruce Babcock GWRRA # 226424 Blairsville, GA

Ronald Green GWRRA #095769 Jonesborough, TN

Malcolm Rahn GWRRA # 010859 Vincennes, IN

Charles Tataleba Jr GWRRA # 074300 Berlin, PA

Max Connor GWRRA # 006322 Warren, IN

Ray Lape Jr GWRRA # 076138 Boswell, PA

Harvey Tallmon GWRRA #015671 Garden Grove, CA

Mae Welker GWRRA # 050327 Towanda, PA

Viktor Danelius GWRRA # 173256 San Antonio, TX

Verna Rathbone GWRRA # 079060 Azilda, ON - Canada

Ethel Tataleba GWRRA # 074300-01 Berlin, PA

Wing World

For Sean, Big Blue, and A2 I wrote this poem about how I met my love and my GWRRA family. By Amy Arwo od , GWRRA # 11 15 72 -01 , o f Ma ryville, Ten n essee

mooth curves and flow of motion, Warm sun kissing the chrome.

Wind, freedom, feeling of flight, Clear thoughts, awed visions, and a blue sky. Music and speed intertwine, The hum of the engine, the rev of the throttle. Endless ribbon of black pavement, An unobtainable horizon. Faster and faster, Lost in thought, lost in conversation. Leaning against him, Feeling his constant heartbeat.

Finding solace with my arms wrapped around him, Knowing he is my compass,

Their poetry, their motion.

I have come home.

They are inspired to move forward, With wandering spirits.

Ahead of us is, A sea of Gold Wingers with a leader.

Searching for mysteries of the open road, Finding places less traveled.

Valiant in his pursuit of life, of love, of adventure, He presses them on, hammer down.

My heart was always wild and restless, And it would have never been tamed.

Trumpeting their arrival with sounds of laughter, Mischief gleaming in their eyes.

If it wasn’t for a boy, With a devilish grin who simply said:

Another road, another journey, Their Gold Wings are their sirens, their muses.

“Do you wanna go for a ride?”

This is a photo of Sean’s (Thompson, GWRRA #111572) bike, a 2005 Special Edition, in our driveway after her bath. Sean and I are Members of TN-A2, The Appalachian Wings. July 2010

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3101002 - Med ......$13.00 3101003 - large ......$13.00 3101004 - xl ..........$13.00 3101005 - 2xl ........$14.00

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EZ Air Gauge

GWRRA RideHide

NOW O!N SALE GWRRA Bracelet Silver braclet displaying GWRRA's full color logo and motto "Friends for Fun, Safety & Knowledge" Was $20.00 NOW each $7.00

White RideHide

One of the most popular items in the past few years is now available in silver. Long-sleeve, stay-snug cuffs to prevent rollup. Blue lettering shows GWRRA in a whole new way.

One of the most popular items in the past few years is now available in white. Long- sleeve, stay-snug cuffs to prevent rollup. Red lettering shows GWRRA in a whole new way.

3081000 - Small .......$25.00

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3081002 - Large .......$25.00

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3081005 - 3XL..........$25.00

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From G.H. Meiser & Company, a combination air pressure gauge and inflator. Works with Gold Wing’s on-board compressor, as a standalone gauge or with service station air hoses. Permits viewing pressure while inflating. Bleed valve permits fine pressure adjustment. Brass fittings ensure a tight seal and long service life. 4011001 $19.95 NOTE: The GL1800 does not have an on-board comressor. The EZ Air Gauge will work on the GL1800 tires, but requires access to a compressed air source.

Extension Hose. A 10-foot accessory hose with brass fittings on both ends. Use with Gold Wing’s on-board compressor. 4011000 $12.95

EZ Air Combo

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Women’s Short Sleeve Bling Tee

Order of Legions Patch

This patch is perfect for your favorite friend or relative who has a military connection. The patches denote the status of their service from active, reserve, retired or veteran and the seal proudly announces their branch of the services. PATCH-ACTIVE ...........$4.00 PATCH-RESERVE..........$4.00 PATCH-RETIRED...........$4.00 PATCH-VETERANS ......$4.00 SEAL-AIRFORCE ......... $2.00 SEAL-ARMY ................$2.00 SEAL-COASTGUARD .. $2.00 SEAL-MARINES ..........$2.00 SEAL-NAVY ................$2.00

BRAND NEW GWRRA WOMEN'S BLING TEE. Black short sleeve GWRRA Bling Tee with stylish rhinestone embellishment that reads GWRRA 100% Cotton SMALL-XL Available

SORRY! 2XL SOLD OUT!

3091000–SMALL-XL ....................$25.00

Griffin Patch Red 4-inch vest patch ............2031002 - 4” ......................$4.50 10-inch back patch .........2031003 - 10” ..................$10.00

Griffin Patch Black 4-inch vest patch ............2031004 - 4” ......................$5.00 10-inch back patch .........2031005 - 10” ..................$12.00

Life Member Products

GWRRA Shirt

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Long sleeve white shirt with pocket in front. Logo on back and front pocket. MD & XL - $20.00 2XL & 3XL - $21.00

1011001-BLACK & GOLD LIFE HANGER BAR......................$1.00 2041002-4" LIFE PATCH..............$3.00 2041003-10" LIFE PATCH .........$10.00 2081001-10" BLACK AND GOLD LIFE MEMBER ROCKER .....................$4.00 4001017-LIFE MEMBER ANTENNA FLAG ........................$8.00 8001014-WHITE LIFE MEMBER HANGER BAR ............................$1.00 8001017-CLASSIC MEMBER PIN..............................$2.00 8081003-NEW LIFE MEMBER PIN..$3.00 8081004-RED/WHITE LIFE MEMBER ROCKER................$3.00

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Rider Education DVDs All 4 Rider Education Videos are now available on DVD. Buy the entire set and save. Available are the Co-Rider, Touring/Braking, Trailer and our best selling Slow Speed Cycling Seminar

4081001-Co Rider DVD-$15.00 4081002-Slow Speed DVD-$15.00 4081003-Touring & Braking DVD-$15.00 4081004-Trailering DVD-$15.00 4081005-3 DVD Package-$40.00 4081006-4 DVD Package-$50.00

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GWRRA Earrings

Gold dangle earrings displaying GWRRA's black & gold logo.

New COY Item

Packet includes; 2ea. Name Badges, 2ea. Medallions with lanyard, 1ea. Certificate with folder, 2ea. Couple of the Year pins with related Hanger bars. (Chapter, District or Region) Please contact John Cracchiolo at johnc@gwrra.org or at 800-8439460 ext.220 for any questions or to place your order.

5091000-Chapter ....$35.00 5091001-District ......$35.00 5091002-Region ......$35.00 NOTE: $10.00 for Shipping

Men’s GWRRA Cap Blue Logo

Ladie’s GWRRA Cap Pink Logo

3101000 — $14.95 Limited Edition! 6-panel, low profile 100% cotton garment washed twill cap. Light buckram in front panels with 6 sewn eyelets Pre-curved sandwich visor and adjustable Velcro Strap closure. No top button for a more comfortable fit.

3101001 — $14.95 Limited edition! Smaller crown size and no top button for a great fit! 6-panel, low profile 100% cotton garment washed twill cap. Light buckram in front panels with 6 sewn eyelets Pre-curved visor with pink trim and pink contrast stitching.

$5.00 each pair

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Unconditional Guarantee: Every item we sell is guaranteed unconditionally for its normal life under standard use. Should any product fail to meet your expectations, simply return it. We will replace it, refund the purchase price or credit your credit card.

July 2010

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LADIES COMBO

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Items in combo inlude 1 Women's buckle, 1 pair of earrings and one GWRRA Bracelet. This combo will save over $11.00 if your ordered each item individually 4091000 - LADIES COMBO ...............$25.99

GWRRA Plaques Recognition plaques for someone special or for your local Chapter meeting site. Engraved in solid wood with oak or white marble finish. Order at (800) 843-9460 or at www.gwrra.org. 4061002 – Oak $20 plus s/h. 4061003 – White Marble $20 plus s/h.

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

GL1800 Trike

This is our (MO-R’s Chapter Couple of the Year, Larry and Burma Barton, GWRRA #295737, of Houston, Missouri) 2007 Burgundy Gold Wing trike pulling a 1957 Chevy car replica trailer. The shot was taken during a short ride to George O. White Nursery Lake in March of this year. As long as the weather permits, you will find us out riding; it doesn’t matter where as long as we can go. We also show in several events each year. The inset photo is of our 13-year-old granddaughter Mikayla, complete in poodle skirt and bobby socks. When asked what she likes best, she says “riding with Grandpa and all the looks and questions we get about the trailer.”

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Blue Gold Wings

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We (L to R: Carl Munkwitz of Sussex, Wisconsin, with my 1996 GL1500 Aspencade; Bill Shepard of Fairport, New York, with his 2000 GL1500SE; and Curtis Pierce of Beloit, Wisconsin, with his 2005 GL1800) have in common many things but most of all our love of our blue Gold Wings. We even founded an informal group we call the “Blues Brothers” and have now invited others who recognize the awesomeness of blue on motorcycles to join. We formed a lasting friendship thanks to GWRRA and the Message Board. Had it not been for these ties, we would not know each other since one of us lives in New York and two of us live across the state from one another.

2008 GL1800

Here we (Gary and Susan Lewis, GWRRA #302424, of Brandon, Florida) are with our Airbag model Wing “Meriwether” (named after the explorer “Meriwether Lewis”) outside the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Gary is a history buff and wanted to travel part of the Jefferson Davis route from Richmond, Virginia to his capture site at Irwinville, Georgia. After leaving the Biltmore Estate, we picked up his escape route at the Burk-Stark Mansion in Abbeville, Georgia. We spent a week on Meriwether traveling the back roads and small towns.

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GL1800/Champion

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This is my (Bennie Harrington, GWRRA #304742, of Pahrump, Nevada) 2008 GL1800 trike in my driveway. I’ve been riding since 1963, and this is my 20th bike. Since I retired in 2000, I have ridden throughout Nevada, California, Utah, and Arizona. I am submitting this on behalf of my father (Bennie). While recovering from open heart surgery in ICU, Wing World helped pass many long hours of time for him. Thanks for your fun publication! Dad should be back on the road this summer, and we can’t wait!

GL1800

This photo is of me (Kyle Young, GWRRA #177055, of Catoosa, Oklahoma) and my Pearl Blue 2001 GL1800 and color-matched Road Dog Wide Track Deluxe. I’ve owned the bike for seven years and ride yearround here in Oklahoma to work and on errands. I’ve also taken several vacations on her through Missouri, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. What a way to go on vacation! I never thought I wanted a trailer until I saw this one. It tows effortlessly, and I can hardly tell it’s behind me. I was so impressed with the quality and price, I became a Road Dog dealer!

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Lots of Wings!

In this photo are SC-G Members [L to R: John and Masako Campbell, us (Joe and Nadine Cooper), Guery Tamsburg and Silvee, and Floyd and Kathy Truluck] on one of our many trips to the mountains of North Carolina. It was 65 degrees F in Cherokee when we left and 32 and snowing near the top of the mountain. What a surprise we got, but it was fun nonetheless. Also with us (in a chase car) were Billy and Donna Jackson. John (on the orange Wing) is no longer with us, and I was proud to have shared this last trip together. (You can see our YouTube video at “Motorcycles in the snow GWRRASC-G”.) July 2010