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F e a t u r e s A Father/Son Gift of GWRRA Friendship.........................................................................66 An Aussie Ride to Ayers Rock/Uluru .................................................................................59 The “Forty to Phoenix” Ride, Part 1 ..................................................................................62 Trailer Options for Your Bike ...............................................................................................54

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Announcement from the Home Office................................................................................7 Des Moines 411—Essential Info from the CVB ..............................................................76 Get Safe!: Thoughts on Bike Lighting and More ...............................................................44 Master the Ride: Tight U-Turns ............................................................................................48 Meet in the Middle Wing Ding Passport Program, Part 1 .............................................65 Quick Tip Tech Solution: “Poor Winger’s” Way to Build an Audio Combiner ..........46 Summer Special Shopping Section.......................................................................................70

Advertisers Listing............................................................83 Acts of Kindness ..............................................................40 Announcement: Welcome of New R.E. Director ....12 Association Leader Listing ............................................88 Bragging Rights..................................................................36 Classics Corner ................................................................42 Classifieds ..........................................................................84 Events and Photo/Other Tours ....................................86 Finishing Touches ..............................................................98 Focus on GWRRA ..........................................................22

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GWRRA Official Products ............................................94 GWRRA/Rescue Application ........................................68 Hall of Fame ......................................................................92 In Memoriam ....................................................................93 In the Zone ..........................................................................4 International News & Views ..........................................10 Just Jokin’ ............................................................................69 Member Benefits ..............................................................68 Motorcycle Goodies........................................................81 News Briefs ......................................................................14

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ABOUT THE COVER

K N O W L E D G E

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

Readers’ Rides ..................................................................96 Wing Ding 32 Application ..............................................77

Wing Ding 32 Hotel & RV/Campsite List ..................80

Wing Ding 32 Hotel Map ..............................................79 Wordsearch Puzzle ..........................................................69 Wordsearch Answers for Prior Month ......................69

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

What Are We Really Saying to Each Other About Safety? elusive “true and ultimate expression” of motorcycle safety equipment and riding (because again, what constitutes that definition for one rider may not be the same for another rider.)

omeone once told me that another person’s image of you does not exist in a vacuum based solely on what you do and don’t do. Rather, their image of you is also colored by their own perception of what you do and don’t do.

That perception, in turn, is most-often based on that person’s own value system.

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Likewise, I think it’s also important to point out that certain “safety messages”— though often intended to be helpful—can be counterproductive if perceived as derogatory. I’ve been given examples by other riders of statements such as, “Take a look at those yo-yos out there riding in shorts” or one Member constantly commenting to another Member, “You know, you really should wear a helmet.”

I mention these comments because I believe they apply to motorcycling as well.

A recent “debate” (for lack of a better word) has arisen in the magazine between Members as to whether or not GWRRA Members should or should not go “all out” in regard to safety equipment, safety training, and “safer” maneuvers, etc., while riding. In addition, it’s been debated exactly which types/degrees/brands of equipment constitute “real” safety gear and which actions or inactions constitute “truly safe” training and riding.

Obviously riders feel very strongly on these issues, as they should. After all, if you’re passionate about riding, you’re likely just as passionate about everything involved with riding. (If in doubt, please recall past “debates” we’ve highlighted on such issues as the use of modulating headlights, whether or not Gold Wing trikes still qualify as Gold Wings, etc.)

Those differences of opinion will likely always remain. Some riders will always say that riding certain speeds is unsafe; some will always say that ABS is essential for true safety or that taking a refresher riding skills course each year is absolutely necessary; still others will always say that only a full-faced, DOT-approved helmet (not a half-helmet) constitutes real safety. The “debates” could be endless and never reach any real “conclusion”, so perhaps in some ways we need to agree to disagree.

But here is something I suggest— regardless of which side of the fence you 4

fall on with any particular riding issue— remember that a person’s own “perception” and “value system” play the largest part in their evaluation of you. And whether one likes it or not, when it comes to safety, oftentimes the more visible the protective equipment is to the general public, the more people will likely perceive you to be a safe rider. (Regardless of whether or not that is actually true.)

For instance, the public will likely not notice whether or not you have ABS on your bike, but they will likely notice whether or not you wear a helmet while riding. If most of the public perceives wearing a helmet to be safer than not wearing one, chances are most people who observe you wearing one will perceive you as a safer rider than someone who doesn’t wear a helmet. Likewise, a rider who wears a helmet and brightly colored jacket while riding will probably be perceived as even “more safe” than a rider who wears a helmet and a black leather jacket. Little will probably ever change those en masse perceptions.

Should other peoples’ perceptions of you as a rider matter? Well, that’s really your call. GWRRA cannot (and I do my best to try not to) dictate that it must matter to you. Neither can we tell you that, while riding, you must always strive for the ever-

The GWRRA motto remains “Friends for Fun, Safety, and Knowledge”, and this is perhaps another area in which we should remember that folks perceive each of those terms differently, including the term “Friends”. Some feel friends shouldn’t “nag” other friends about the degree of safety equipment and training they possess.

Others feel that reminding each other about more/better/improved safety equipment and training on a daily basis just shows them that they care about them. You see, even that is really a matter of perception.

What I truly believe about most GWRRA Members is this: We really do care about our own, and one another’s, safety—that is a core value we share.

However, we also have the right—within the confines of the law and except in some specific circumstances, such as Rider Education courses, etc.—to express our safety as we see fit. However, we should also not be surprised if other riders or the general public disagree with our choices and perceive us as less-than-optimally safe riders. After all, that is their own perception based on their own value system, and they too have a right to what they believe is truly safe. ●

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ori and I are honored to have been asked by Paul Hildebrand, Founder and CEO of GWRRA, to be your new Director of GWRRA. Since joining GWRRA in 1997, the Association has been a wonderfully fun experience. Having a social network of friends to share our love of motorcycling has been very rewarding, and educational.

Both Lori and I are “Grand Master Tour Riders”. I’m also a GWRRA “Master Instructor Trainer”, a “Certified Officer Trainer” and a “Motorcycle Safety Foundation” Rider Coach. We will have been married for 21 years this September and have two children and six grandchildren, with another grandchild on the way.

We have served this Association in many roles at all levels, with our most recent responsibility as your Directors of Rider Education. The Director of GWRRA job description differs slightly from my predecessors, who were known as Executive Directors.

They were charged to run both Home Office and Field Operations.

These duties have now been split—with Melissa Eason being promoted to COO (Chief Operations Officer) of GWRRA Inc. and charged with the responsibility of managing the corporate operations. Both Melissa and I report to Paul Hildebrand, CEO, regarding our duties and objectives. Melissa and I will continue to work together for the betterment of our membership. We congratulate Melissa on her promotion.

We, as the new Director of GWRRA, are charged with all of the responsibilities associated with “Field Operations” that were previously overseen by the Executive Director. This is an immense obligation, and we are humbled that Paul has the confidence to entrust us with this position. Having all GWRRA “Field Operations” turned over to the Membership is both a great opportunity and responsibility. In essence, we are an Association of Members run by the Members, for the benefit of the Members. Members join this Association because of their desire to share their love of motorcycling with those who have common interests. They remain in our Association because of the opportunities for “Fun, Safety and June 2010

Knowledge”, offered by our Chapters, which keep them interested and involved. This is our focus and will be our agenda. Our goal is to ensure that our Members are having a positive “Chapter-Life” experience and are riding their motorcycles often with their friends.

We are pleased to announce that current program Directors, Dave and Kathy Orr, Directors of Leadership Training, and Ed and Linda Johnson, Directors of Membership Enhancement, will be continuing on with our Team. Gene and Betty Knutson, your new Directors of Rider Education, have been appointed to the position we vacated. We will coordinate the efforts of our outstanding team of program Directors to ensure that “Chapter-Life” flourishes and ample fun riding opportunities are available to our Membership.

We are looking to streamline how we operate and remove any divisional lines that exist. We have “Member Programs”, not Divisions. We will use the “Teamwork” concept we are teaching through the new Officer Certification Program to coordinate our program efforts at all levels of our Association. The “Core Team” at each level will budget, prioritize, and implement their fun opportunities for the Membership.

Members join because they love to ride. Chapters need to make every effort to ensure Members have ample opportunities to do so. For our Association to continue to grow and prosper, our Chapters must have fun riding, and ride often.

We are grateful for this opportunity and look forward to the task at hand. Our Team is listening and, where needed, we are willing to make positive change for the betterment of the Membership.

See you at Wing Ding 32, Mike and Lori Stiger ●

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In Regard to “Being Seen” I enjoyed your May 2010 editorial about “What Do You Do to Be Seen?” (p. 4) but, as you know, there are different views and mine are different than yours. Who’s “right” is anybody’s guess, but the bottom line is what works best for you.

To me, riding with your lights on high beam is blinding to another driver whether it’s noon or midnight. You dim your lights at night so you don’t blind the person you are meeting, so why is it okay to blind them during the day? Let me explain one thing, I’m blind in one eye and have been all my life, so I don’t know what it is to see out of two eyes. With no depth perception, life is much different. I’ve met bikers who run on high beam and, to me, it is very distracting; I’ve got to look away from them.

You also stated to make eye contact with a person when coming upon an intersection. Sorry, but at 40-plus mph, I feel that if you try to make eye contact you might miss that their wheels are starting to move forward. I make eye contact with the front wheels of their car. If they stop, it’s okay. But if they start to move again, I’m slowing down and starting to hit my brakes.

I respect your views, but I’ve been riding for over 25 years and my system has never let me down. Then again, as they say, “Different strokes for different folks.”

Terry Dare GWRRA #15129 Liberty, IN

Speaking of “Different Strokes for Different Folks” It seems to me that everyone is knowledgeable as to the importance of safety equipment. That being said, I firmly believe that it is everyone’s right to make their own choice as to what to wear and how to ride.

I do not condemn, nor do I believe others should sit in judgment of, how others conduct themselves.

I can neither disagree nor agree with the letter written by Mr. Thurgood (“I Need to Speak Up”, May 2010 issue, page 8).

But what I do disagree with is him making his letter into [what amounts to me to be] a personal attack on anyone, let alone someone he does not know. He has as much right as anyone to express his feelings about wearing safety equipment as Mr. Mellinger has to express his opinions. However, he does not have the right to turn it into a “personal attack” with words that might be con8

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sidered “a challenge to a duel” under other circumstances and in other times.

Furthermore, I am very disappointed with those responsible for permitting such a [letter] to be made public in Wing World magazine! This is not conducive to the “togetherness” that I expected from GWRRA Members. We all have differences of opinion at times, but please do not turn Wing World into an open forum for such personal comments as “irresponsible”, etc.

I will be very unhappy if this situation causes us to lose a valuable Chapter Member.

William T. Calvert GWRRA #296965 Lebanon, OH [Ed. Note: Thank you for your comments, William. Though I agree with you that Wing World should not become an “open forum for personal attacks”, every person defines a “personal attack” differently. That said, the issue at hand was first brought to the forefront with the full knowledge and consent of the original party (even though told that such a lively “debate” would likely ensue). As an editor, I am glad he was bold enough to move forward with his decision.

Over-censoring the voices of one’s readers is one of the main causes of the loss of another one of our country’s great liberties—freedom of expression in the press.)

Closing Comments in Regard to Wearing a Helmet (Per Your February 2010 Editorial and Subsequent “Readers’ Responses”) If [one should] wear a helmet because of the distance of one’s head to the pavement when on a bike, maybe we should wear helmets all the time because some of us are farther from the pavement when we are standing than when we are on a bike.

I myself have been in three major bike accidents, all without a helmet. After my second accident (back in the day when helmets were not as sophisticated as they are

today), I was told by a paramedic who picked me up off the pavement that he was glad I didn’t have a helmet on because (back then) they bounced, and I would be either dead or a paraplegic.

I think it is sad we have to protect ourselves from ourselves. The phrase “Let those who ride, decide” became favored because most of our liberties were being taken away from us at a time when limits on speed went from 75 mph to 55 mph and the wearing of seatbelts went into law, etc. Now it’s about cameras everywhere and GPS units in your cars, trucks, and bikes, too—plus cell phones that can track you wherever you go so that the government knows where you are all the time.

When will it all stop so that we can have the common sense to have more liberties?

Joseph Smith GWRRA #314340 Amherst, OH I have no problem wearing my helmet; it is one of my first lines of personal safety along with my leathers. But I do take issue of the government taking over our freedoms.

It’s a personal decision.

Mark Frank Master Tour Rider GWRRA #611596 Sibley, IA [Some things when I ride I do not have control of, but] what I do have control of is wearing and using the proper safety gear.

Also, my bike has ABS, an extra brake light in the rear, driving lights in the front, and Muth turn signals on the mirrors. I always wear (in the summer and in the rain) a mesh armored jacket and pants (even though I know that leather is better). I always wear gloves and over-the-ankle boots and a fullface helmet (it actually keeps me cooler in the summer—plus I get no sunburn or windburn on my face).

[The way I see it,] accidents do happen and being dressed properly can help minimize your injuries. Having been a firefighter for 30 years, I know the importance of proper safety gear, and I have seen many motorcycle and vehicle accidents.

Still, this is a free country (so far), and I believe you should wear anything you want.

Personally, I lean toward safety and—hopefully—not the ground.

Bob Masuzumi GWRRA #9560 Huntington Beach, CA ● Wing World

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

Rock-and-Roll is “Here to Stay” in London, Ontario, Canada The Forest City Wings—Chapter ON-S, of London, Ontario, Canada—took the annual London Motorcycle Expo, February 1921, by storm this year with the presentation of the Winger’s Diner.

Drawing from fond memories of hanging out at diners in the ’50s and ’60s, poodle skirts were brought out of retirement, white Tshirts and blue jeans over white sox were donned, and runners were assembled for the fun to begin.

dozen Gold Wings and a couple of vintage Hondas, not to mention a beautiful trike. Each parking spot had its own stand that was amply supplied with a beverage cup and a hamburger. Overhead, banners fluttered in the breeze as did the many “records” of the 45 rpm and 78 rpm style.

Not to be outdone, a homebuilt Wurlitzer jukebox fronted a state-of-the-art sound system that played the very best music of the ’50s and ’60s throughout the weekend. Out front, many of our ladies dressed in poodle skirts and sweaters and danced to the music with the tall boys of the bikes. More than a few spectators joined in the fun!

Our membership team was busy working to explain GWRRA, the advantages of becoming part of this international association, and the fun and fellowship that accompanies being part of our Chapter. The commitment of our Chapter Rider Educator to rider safety was underscored with information and an invitation to participate in our many training events. Members circulated throughout the display, showing the many features of the Gold Wing, answering questions, and enjoying the opportunity to show their pride in their bikes. Twin computer screens gave life to the activities of the Chapter in the past year and to the many available Rider Education programs. Overall, close to 40 Members were involved in making the weekend a real happening.

The London, Ontario-based show draws thousands of spectators to the London Agriplex for a winter show of a variety of motorcycles, aftermarket items, leather, and memorabilia. This year, vintage bikes were set up next to new models and retailers shared the space with motorcycle organizations and individual enthusiasts.

Motorcycle awareness for the public—alongside amazing custom bikes—captured wide ranging interests.

Chapter S has been a part of this annual show for many years and determined that a unique theme for 2010 would be that of an old-style diner. With the skill of many talented Members, CAD programs helped the Chapter outline and build the façade of a diner.

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As the weekend drew to a close, the award ceremonies caught the attention of participants and spectators alike. For the fourth year in a row, Chapter ON-S, the Forest City Wings, took first place for the best non-commercial display. Plus, two bike awards were received as well—one for best in its class and one as a runner-up in its class.

The weekend gave our membership a great winter boost, setting the tone for the riding season to come. Despite the work involved, everyone had a great time, and the recognition of the Chapter and the Honda Gold Wing motorcycles was outstanding.

Now we’re just busy planning for a new theme—and an even better participation—for next year!

(Submitted by Ron and Michelle Elliott, ON-S Chapter Directors.) ● Wing World

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etty and I are overwhelmed that we have been asked to step into the Directors position for Rider Education. It is indeed an honor to be asked to serve with such outstanding Educators on every level.

The same “teamwork” philosophy that Mike and Lori Stiger implemented will continue to be encouraged in Rider Education.

Melissa Eason has built an incredible team, and we are thrilled to become part of this family. Having the opportunity to work with the National Team of Operations, Leadership Training, and Member Enhancement brings to mind our favorite saying that we learned in an LTD class: “TEAM” – Together Everyone Accomplishes More”.

By working with all of our “Teams”, we can utilize the resources and expertise from them to strengthen Rider Education.

I would like to tell you a little about who we are. Betty and I have been married for nearly nine years. We have two children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Both of us are retired, and we recently moved permanently to Spring Hill, Florida after stepping down from our position as Region N Educator as of January 1, 2010.

Betty and I joined GWRRA in 2002, beginning with Chapter G-2 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. It was there that I first served as Chapter Educator and met Jim and Nan Hall. They sparked our interest in growing as Educators, and following in their footsteps led us to the Region Educators position. They were very busy but always had time to mentor knowledge-hungry Educators.

We can honestly say that we would not be where we are today without them.

In my professional career, I have served as a Law Enforcement Officer/Agent for 32 years on the Federal, State and Local levels. I hold multiple certifications, not only in Law Enforcement but also in Firefighting and Paramedic Services. My service has resulted in my assignment to 31 different states and seven foreign countries. One of my most memorable assignments was to two different Police Motor Schools as an Instructor. (Sometime ask me about riding through the “mud pit”.)

Betty is retired from her position as Senior Systems Analyst for a Payroll/Human Resources software company. Previously she had served as Vice-President for Kenneth Gordan (New Orleans) Ltd., a high-end apparel manufacturing company.

Recreationally, we enjoy riding with our Chapter friends and scouting new locations that we have never seen before. DQ’s are high on our list of favorite places to visit! Some of our other interests and activities include RVing, shooting, golf, reading, and gardening. Betty is a first-class cook, and we both enjoy entertaining our friends at our home.

I am a certified GWRRA Rider Coach. Betty and I are both Master Tour Riders and promote the Levels Program at every possible opportunity.

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Instructors/Trainers, Leadership Training Instructors and PLP Facilitators.

That is enough about us! What do we see for the Rider Education program in the future? We feel that the current status of the program is very stable, based upon the hard work that Mike and Lori Stiger, along with the National and Regional Staff, have done this past year. I have been duly impressed by the tenacious spirit in which Mike Stiger accepted the role of Director and moved Rider Education to levels never experienced previously. All of us should express our admiration and appreciation to them for a job well done.

The implementation of the Rider Education Handbook has served to provide Educators at all levels with the necessary tool to serve the Members in a consistent manner.

While this handbook is a much-needed addition, we must strive to enhance the Educators’ understanding of it and improve upon our ability to communicate to the Members the information as it relates to them. Our emphasis needs to be on getting the message to the Members that we exist for them.

The Rider Education Database, while being a valuable tool to the Educator, is in its infancy. We need to exhibit patience as we move forward and must remain diligent as to how we can best refine this asset to the benefit of the Members. I can assure you that there are some excellent improvements on the horizon.

Increasing the availability of Riding Courses to the Members, and getting more GWRRA Rider Coaches trained, will be a priority. It is imperative that we provide the Members with courses in geographically convenient locations and at affordable costs. We will be examining the potential for centralized training of GWRRA Riding Coaches. Having to travel great distances to attend a certification class is a hardship to Members, and we will take steps to ease that burden.

Betty and I look forward to working with the outstanding TEAM of National and Regional Educators as we strive to provide a WorldClass Rider Education Program to our Members. To borrow a line from Mike Stiger, as he stated it so well: “Educators, you provide the opportunity for our Members to get the needed instruction and training to travel the open road with confidence. With your guidance, you help prepare them for the unpredictable and unforeseen. Through your example, you demonstrate our motto – Safety is for Life.”

Betty and I are honored by this opportunity and look forward to the challenges. We are available to anyone at anytime. Please consider us family, and if you have a concern or if we can help in any way, call us at (352) 428-0785 or email us at Fop4051@gmail.com.

Gene and Betty Knutson

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Chapter KY-H of Shelbyville, Kentucky, led by Chapter Directors Richard and Elizabeth Broadway; 18 Charter Members.

Wing World Corrections • On page 43 of the March 2010 issue, the phone number and website address of Yuasa Battery Chargers/Maintainers should have read (866) 431-4784 and www.yuasabatteries.com respectively.

• On page 90 of the April 2010 issue (in a “Finishing Touches” tribute poem to Gary Dunn), the dates should have read 1955 – 2009. Gary was 54 years old when he passed away. Our apologies to Gary’s family and friends for this error.

• On page 4 of the April 2010 issue, I indicated that I had ridden to a town 40 miles east of Daytona Beach, Florida. That would’ve been quite a feat since I’d have had to ride through the ocean. I meant to say 40 miles west of Daytona Beach. Oops. Thank you to all the folks—especially our friends in the Sunshine State—for writing in.

• On page 57 of the May 2010 issue, the Thunder in the Valley Motorcycle Rally dates should have read: June 24-27 2010.

“Where’s Wingy” Contest Winners Listing Will Appear Next Issue Because there was no “Wingy” (seen here) in the April issue, there is no winner to announce this issue for that month’s magazine. However, since two “Wingys” were placed in the May issue, next month we will list both of May’s winners.

And don’t forget to look for one “Wingy” this issue. You could win $50! Just search for Wingy—remember, he is now located (most often, but not always) within the editorial text or photos—and send in your entry. (For complete rules and eligibility requirements, see page 83 of this issue.)

“Ride to Work Day” this June Monday, June 21, 2010, is the 19th annual Motorcycle and Scooter “Ride to Work Day”! For more information, visit www.ridetowork.org.

Wing Ding 32 Updates: Bike Show at Wing Ding Says Region N Director Frank Albert: “This year, the Bike Show rules will allow GL1200s that have been trailered to Wing Ding to participate.

In addition, a change to the Bike Show this year is that Classification will occur on the same day as Bike Show Staging and Judging—on Thursday, July 1.

Space is limited in Hall A for bikes; we can only fit 98 bikes in the show. So please sign up in advance of Wing Ding and get your place reserved!

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Amazing Team Challenge Says Jim Graybeal, GWRRA’s Director of Drill Teams: “Be sure to get a team ready for the Amazing Team Challenge to be held from 10 a.m. until noon on Thursday, July 1, on the North Parking Lot of the Iowa Events Center.

Teams can be from 2 to 6 riders. Each rider gets one run, and the best 2 times (fastest) will be combined for the official team score. Awards will be made for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams. Other “Phun” awards may be made as well.

Individual challenge riders will start after all the teams have completed their runs. As before, the first run is free, with a donation of $1 to Ride for Kids® for each additional run.

As this event has become more popular, we may need to limit the number of runs to 3 to 5 for official time in order to give as many riders as possible the opportunity to participate.

Additional runs for personal, unofficial time will be allowed.

As in past years, the first half of the course will be pretty much the same, with some fun variations, like taller cones, tennis balls, etc. to even the playing field somewhat. The second half of the course—well, we never know exactly what that will be until the day before the event! To get more riders involved, let’s encourage many riders of all riding abilities to try the course at least one time, just for the experience.

Teams are allowed, and encouraged, to have a cheering section to support them. We plan to have a PA system on-site to announce the time after each run. Appropriate awards and recognitions will be handed out immediately after the final tally.”

HAM Radio SIG Broadcast and Frequency Chart Say Ed and Linda Johnson, Directors of GWRRA’s Membership Enhancement Division: “The HAM Radio SIG (Special Interest Group) is planning to do a Ham Radio broadcast at Wing Ding this year.”

Also, Ed and Linda sent in this letter from the Des Moines Radio Amateurs Association (DMRAA) President Tom Reis (NØVPR): “We understand that GWRRA will be in Des Moines for Wing Ding 32 and that there are several Amateur Radio Operators in your group who would like permission to use our repeater while in town. Speaking for the Board of the Des Moines Radio Amateurs Association, welcome to Des Moines, and feel free to use our repeater as much as you like. We will be advising our members of your event and ask them to monitor the frequency so that we may provide directions and ham help as needed. The repeater is located a mile south of downtown Des Moines and should give you great in-town coverage. The frequency is 146.940 and needs a tone of 114.8. There are several repeaters in the greater Des Moines area, and I have attached a list for your Members’ use [see contact info below]. There are two D-Star digital repeaters in town as well. We look forward to the event and hope we can make your entire group feel at home.”

For more information, contact Robert Partigianoni (WB5JZP) at KCQ6230@HOTMAIL.COM. ●

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ADD-ON INC’S TRAILER WIRE HARNESS CONVERTER Add-On Inc. says its Trailer Wire Harness Converter (Part Number 451848) fits all GL1100, GL1200, GL1500, and GL1800 12V systems and allows the 12V 5 wires from the motorcycle to work with a 4 wired trailer, specifically the right and left turn signals, brake and tail lights.

Since the converter measures just 2 1/2” x 1 1/2”, the company says it is compact enough in size to make it easy to install between the bike and a trailer. They add that the unit is sealed against moisture, which provides for proper lighting operation between the bike and the trailer, even in inclement weather. Additionally, they say that it is plainly marked to show which wires are to be used for each specific lighting signal and that, with even basic wiring knowledge, it’s easy to install.

Add-On representatives also say that, “There has been demand for this product for a long time, and it became available to us last year. Now it is easy to obtain and affordable.”

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which is good news for motorcyclists who suit up for summer rides and can’t tolerate the heat.

The company launched the product in 2001 and it has fast become the go-to under apparel for SWAT and hazmat professionals, firemen, costumed mascots, and anyone else whose protective clothing can cause the body to overheat.

Each vest houses ThermoPaks, packets of small water-absorbing crystals that turn to gel and stay cold much longer than pure ice.

Because the packets rest in cells, they remain flexible even when frozen.

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SHE RIDES PRESENTS CARDO SYSTEMS SCALA RIDER G4 MOTORCYCLE BLUETOOTH HEADSET

BOLT HEADGEAR’S SOFTAILZ If you are a long-haired rider who is frustrated with biker headwear that promises to protect all of your hair but really doesn’t or that you simply cannot put on alone without a second set of hands, Bolt Headgear, Inc. says it has a solution for you.

The company says its newest product, called Softailz®, is different because there is nothing to tie, no snaps, no Velcro, and very easy to put on by yourself.

Says Bolt Headgear President Mary Bradford, “This all began out of the frustration of not being able to find biker headwear in colors and fabrics that still made me feel like a woman and that would protect my hair at the same time.”

Though initially geared toward women, Bradford says Softailz are great for men as well since the use of the pony-tail pocket is optional, as well as an alternative headwear product for cancer-chemo and/or hair-loss patients.

Made in the USA, Softailz (and the company’s Softbandz®) are currently retailing in the U.S and parts of the Caribbean. To place an order or to find a retailer near you, visit www.boltheadgear.com.

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She Rides says that, “With the Scala Rider G4’s range and voice activated intercom, riders are able to communicate with each other wirelessly, and without expensive radio systems, between any type of bike. As long as the two riders pair their two units, they can communicate.”

The company adds that Scala Rider products work best on full-face and three-quarter helmets and says they can easily be adapted to work on half-helmets as well. In addition, they note that The Scala Rider G4 has a battery life of approximately 10 hours of constant use between charges (recharger included) and that all Scala Rider headsets come with a one-year warranty; after that, if the battery doesn’t hold a charge as well as it should, the factory can replace them.

Basic Specs of the product include: ● Streamlined and rugged weather protected headset self-installs within minutes ● 4-way intercom conference mode between 2 bikers and their passengers or between 3 bikers with a range of up to 1 mile (full duplex) without the need for a cell phone ● Bluetooth mobile phone functions: Receive or reject incoming calls by voice command; initiate calls by one-button push and voice command ● Receive in-the-ear Bluetooth GPS navigation voice instructions ● Receive wireless MP3 stereo music (A2DP) or connect an MP3 player via cable ● FM Radio with 6 station pre-sets ● AGC technology automatically self-adjusts speaker volume Continue on Page 18

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according to driving speed and ambient noise level ● Firmware is user upgradeable ● Backward compatible with all Scala Rider headsets (for use as

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SEVERAL COMPANIES ANNOUNCE LIGHTWEIGHT CAMPING GEAR ALTERNATIVES KELTY’S GALACTIC 30º SLEEPING BAG Kelty—the company whose founder, Dick Kelty, created the firstever external frame backpack—introduces its Kelty Galactic 30º sleeping bag. The company says this comfortable lightweight and compact bag fits to 6 feet, has 600-fill down insulation, is comfort rated to 30º F,

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PRIMUS’ ETASOLO CAMP STOVE Primus—most well-known for its line of camp stoves—says it wanted to offer a light and compact cook system to address the needs of people who travel and spend time away from civilization.

They continue by saying that now motorcycle riders can enjoy a hot beverage or hot meal anywhere along their travels with Primus’ EtaSolo. The company says the camp stove is small, light, and compact. They also say it is highly fuel efficient, wind resistant, fast cooking, and easy to use. The stove runs on clean, easy-to-use canister gas and has an adjustable flame. A 0.9-liter pot is included and the design allows the stove burner and small fuel canister to fit inside the 0.9 Liter pot for easy storage.

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The Officer Certification Program at Wing Ding GWRRA is pleased to announce that the Officer Certification Program will be offered at Wing Ding in Des Moines. Come to Wing Ding 32 a couple of days early and get your certification while you’re there!

The Officer Certification Program (OCP) is a one-and-a-half day training class designed to give Officers, and those who would like to become Officers, the tools needed to succeed. This class is open to all Members of GWRRA at no charge. You will be provided an electronic study guide one week prior to the class, and each Member will receive one Student Manual (per couple).

The class is being held Monday, June 28, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Tuesday, June 29, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. But you must act fast and register by May 25, 2010.

So why not come to Wing Ding a little early, get your certification, and still have time to enjoy everything from Opening to Closing ceremonies?

To register for the OCP, please contact the Directors of Leadership Training, David and Kathy Orr at (704) 560-0697 or email LTD4U@comcast.net.

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Happy Birthday GWRRA

By Nick Hoppner Looking at what one editor has called “the mighty GWRRA” from today’s perspective, you might mistakenly think the Gold Wing Road Riders Association has always been around. It would be a natural error, as today’s GWRRA is, indeed, the largest independent single-marque motorcycle organization in the world.

And though many Members already know the story of how GWRRA got its beginning, just in case you’re a newer Member and don’t know—and in honor of GWRRA’s 33rd birthday this June 4— we’d like to take this opportunity to share it with you.

You see, way back in 1977, Paul Hildebrand had a new Gold Wing motorcycle and wanted to learn more about it and have some fun with others owning the same kind of bike. So he typed up a meeting invitation and left it at a local Honda shop. On Saturday, June 4, 1977, five other folks showed up to meet Paul and his wife Shirley.

Working on the advice and guidance of these other riders (and many others who would join them in the next 30-plus years), Paul and Shirley first formed a loosely knit group in their hometown of Phoenix, Arizona. The group members suggested programs (safety and technical information sharing), events (group rides, rallies, mall shows), identification (logo-bearing clothing and insignia) and communication (a Wing News newsletter, which later became this magazine).

Soon, visiting Gold Wing friends from Tucson said they’d like to become a “chapter,” or an offshoot of the initial Phoenix group, so GWRRA’s Chapter organization was established along a business-like plan of appointed—rather than elected—leadership (so as to avoid political wrangling as much as possible). Meetings were patterned in a manner that avoided the reading of minutes, treasurer’s reports, and all 22

of the tedium of Robert’s Rules. Tucson’s group was the first (or “pioneer”) Chapter—a designation they still proclaim today as Chapter AZ-A. Through the Hildebrands’ dedication, the totally volunteer-oriented group of Chapters grew dramatically, with memberships popping up in many other states and some overseas. Working completely out of their one-story, ranch-style house in an everyday neighborhood, Paul and Shirley spent untold amounts of their own time on their new passion. Eventually they had to decide to adopt a business plan and focus their whole attention on their hobby, so they went full time. After six years of building GWRRA as an amateur group, the business end of things was formalized and the hubbub of office demands moved out of their home.

By 1983, GWRRA numbers exceeded 3,000, and a GWRRA culture was formed as well. Based on a simple motto—Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge—the basic tenets of the Association were adopted. Instead of the boozy notoriety spawned by stereotypical Hollywood B-films, GWRRA Members focused on teaching each other how to ride with pride in greater safety and competence. Good behavior, kindness and charity became the hallmark of riders of “the quiet machines”—a legacy that continues to this day—GWRRA’s 33rd year of existence.

Happy Birthday GWRRA! (Read more about the beginnings of GWRRA—including how Wing Ding first began—next time in “Focus on GWRRA”.)

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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.

1800 Neutral Switch Stu, you may remember that I sent you a message a couple months ago regarding my problem with the neutral switch on my 2002 1800. I had hoped that you would be able to reply in Wing World before I start my winter service on my Gold Wing. I plan to get started very soon so I am done before spring riding.

My 1800 has 205,000 miles on it and has been, and still is, a great bike. I have been having difficulties getting the neutral light to come on. I sometimes have to shift the transmission into neutral many times before the light will stay on. It will flash on as I shift into neutral but will not stay on. I have never heard of this problem before, so I am unsure how to proceed. I have always done my own work on my bike, so I am familiar with working on it.

Would you help me get going in the right direction to make this repair? Thanks.

Via email, Ken Hansen Ken, with that many miles on the bike, it wouldn’t surprise me if the gear position switch was simply worn out. That would be the first thing I’d suggest looking at.

Stu

Fork Seals Hey Stu, I have over 91,000 miles on my 2007 Gold Wing and counting. For some reason the fork seals are leaking. I was just going to have the forks serviced but am contemplating having them upgraded also.

I have read about the Traxxion system, and an independent dealer in Portland recommends an upgrade that includes gold valves, new springs and Küryakyn fork brace. I have Progressive Suspension springs now. I have been less than satisfied with the anti-dive valve function.

The dealer says he replaced it when I complained when the motorcycle was fairly new, but there’s been no improvement or change. I have a call to the local dealer where I bought my ride to see if they are capable of an upgrade. The parts person didn’t know any24

thing about it but is checking on it for me. I try to support them and have them do any service I need.

I value your expertise and opinion and would appreciate your input and recommendation.

Terry Morris GWRRA #574 Milton-Freewater, OR Terry, if all parts are tight and functioning properly, it’s my opinion that these forks don’t need a fork brace. I just repaired a set of GL1800 forks for a rider who complained of sloppy handling and poor anti-dive function. His fork seals have begun leaking at around 15,000 mile intervals (the bike now has 70,000 miles). I found a tremendous amount of play between the fork tube and the slider bushing, even though the bushing still had all of the coating intact. The bushing had been moving around in its bore, wearing both the bushing bore and the outside diameter of the bushing. After shimming the bushing to a light, sliding fit on the fork tube and thoroughly cleaning all parts (including the anti-dive case), this rider’s forks work as good as new—better, actually, due to an aftermarket set of fork springs. The OEM springs are fine for sedate highway cruising.

But they leave a lot to be desired, in my opinion, for more spirited riding.

Stu

Pulse Generators Stu, you wrote (April 2010 issue, p. 28) “It sounds like a classic case of heat-related pulse generator failure, and it’s a well-known issue with the GL1200 models.” Would you explain this, please? What is a pulse generator?

What is its function? Why is its function compromised by heat? Is the only cure a replacement?

FYI—I’m acquiring a 1984 GL1200 (with a purported 3,900 miles on it—or at least, on its odometer) and so have a sudden interest in this issue. You’ve mentioned this

particular item—the pulse generator—several times recently. I wonder if it is a function of age more than usage. Should I install one right away to avoid problems that inevitably will develop at some awkward moment on the road? Thanks.

Joe Howe GWRRA #47340 Sedona, AZ

Hi Joe, a pulse generator is nothing more than a magnet with many coils of wire wrapped around it. It operates on the same principle as an alternator. There is a reluctor wheel with steel “fingers” attached to the crankshaft. As the crankshaft turns, these fingers rotate in close proximity to the pulse generator’s magnet. The principle is that a voltage is induced in the wire coils when each finger cuts through the magnetic lines of force. As the fingers’ leading edges reach the magnet, there’s a positive voltage induced. The voltage goes negative on the fingers’ trailing edges. The voltage signal is used by the ignition control unit to “tell” it when to fire the spark plugs. Sometimes, due to age or vibration, the wire coils can develop a hairline crack. This crack will be small enough at low temperatures that electrical conductivity won’t be affected. But as the engine warms and transmits heat to the pulse generator, the heat-induced expansion will open the crack wide enough to prevent the signal from reaching the ignition control unit. There’s no way I’m aware of to repair these small units. Unlike the 1985 through 1987 GL1200, the 1984 model has the pulse generators mounted at the back of the engine. They’re extremely difficult to replace without removing the engine from the frame. The picture shows the signals from the camshaft and crankshaft pulse generators on a GL1800. They operate on the same principle as those on a GL1200.

Stu Wing World

1996 Gold Wing SE Loss of Power?

Hi Stu, I am writing to you because my Gold Wing acts like it is running out of fuel, etc. If I am driving at, say, 60 or 65 mph and am climbing a hill or bridge, the bike acts like it shuts down. After the speed drops off to about 50 or 55, then it picks up again.

It does not do this all the time.

However, at times when I am passing another car on the freeway, it will shut down when I least expect it. I don’t think it is an actual shut down; however, the power drops off until the speed reduces and then will pitch up again. Then, just maybe, I can accelerate to 70 or 80 mph.

I have had it tuned up, and they can’t find anything wrong with it. Is it an electrical problem or have I got other issues to deal with? Now at times I can drive all day long and it won’t do it. And then, some days, it will do it several times.

I can’t seem to find anyone who can solve this problem. I have had the bike for about five years and bought it with 13,000 miles on it. This problem started last year just after Wing Ding; I now have about 57,800 miles on it. The fuel filter has been changed, and it still continues to do the same thing. I hope you can give me an answer to my problem. Thanks for your time.

Butch Haines GWRRA #213881 Deer Park, TX Butch, my hunch is that either the auto fuel shutoff valve isn’t holding vacuum, or the vacuum hose connecting it to the intake manifold is either blocked or has a tear in it.

Stu

they should not get hot. AC voltage and current is running through those yellow wires, and the slightest bit of resistance where the connectors are crimped onto the wires will result in a lot of wattage being dissipated at those points. I recommend that you remove the yellow wires and their connectors from the plastic connector blocks, solder the crimps to eliminate the resistance, then reinsert them in the connector blocks. Either that, or hard wire them.

Stu

are making a car-like tire for the front wheel. If so, who makes it? Thoroughbred Motorsports’ Stallion has a car-like tire, as does the Can-Am Spider. Any information would be appreciated!

Mike Sasso GWRRA #304390 Hazleton, PA Mike, you’re correct in that the Can-Am Spyder uses special flat tread motorcycle tires.

I’m not sure about the Stallion, but I’ll take your word for it. But to my knowledge, there is no such tire available for installation on a trike’s front wheel.

Stu

Trike’s Front Tire Hi Stu, I own a 2008 Honda 1800 Gold Wing with a Motor Trike kit. I heard that they

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Hot Regulator Hi Stu. I have a problem with my 1985 Limited Edition, and I hope you can help me. I had a new OEM stator and new aftermarket voltage regulator installed. The three yellow wires from the stator were soldered to the three yellow wires that go onto somewhere.

After the motor runs for a few minutes, the voltage regulator gets so warm that I can’t hold my hand on it. Also, there are two yellow wires that go into a connector that gets warm. The three yellow wires that came out of the old stator got so hot that the insulation was burnt off.

Any help that you can give me will be appreciated.

James Elliott GWRRA #51740 Cedar Falls, IA James, yes—the regulator gets very hot in the process of doing its job. That’s why it has cooling fins to dissipate the heat. The wire connectors may feel warm to the touch, but June 2010

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Will a Bias Ply Tire Substitute?

Stu, I have a question to which I probably know the answer, but here it is: Can a bias ply tire be substituted in place of a radial tire on an 1800? I have not heard of anyone doing this but the question did come up.

Via email, Jerry and Sue Allhands Jerry, the short answer is no, though it wouldn’t surprise me to hear that someone had done it. The GL1800 has a very stiff chassis and was designed to use radial motorcycle tires. Use of bias-ply tires could result in loss of traction under some conditions that wouldn’t have the same effect on the bike if riding on radials.

Stu

ECM for GL1500 Hi Stu, I have 1996 SE that needs an ECM. I was told in December that this part would be on back order from Honda. I have heard of others with the same problem, and there is still no sign of when the part will be available. Any advice will be appreciated.

Tim Pennington GWRRA #45097 Thomasville, NC Tim, what makes you believe that you need a new ignition control unit (it’s not an ECM)?

Stu Stu, thanks for the fast response. My local Honda dealer swapped one from another GL1500. Mine will idle erratically after it gets warm. They worked on it several times before trying this, and it followed my ICU to the other bike and mine cleared up! It seems to run fine other than the idle problem. I have been waiting for about four months for the “backordered” part.

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Again, thanks for the response and all the help you offer here.

Tim Tim, sometimes, as in this case, parts substitution is an effective method of diagnosis.

The required part number is 30410-MZ3-772.

That number fits all GL1500 models from 1993 through 2000 and is referred to as the engine control unit. It shows up on Honda’s parts system as currently unavailable with an expected release date of March 5th—a date which has now come and gone. Because it fits so many different years, and because they fail so infrequently, I’d recommend sourcing one from a salvage yard or eBay. There should be plenty of them out there, and the used option beats the heck out of the over $400 new MSRP. Stu Stu, again thanks for the fast response to my problem. I have considered the “used option”. I just returned from a short 100-mile ride, and the bike idled fine for the first time since it was started late last year. I think I will cancel the new part and look for a used one.

Your column is the first thing I read in Wing World. Thanks for all you do for riders.

Tim

Jim, jump-starting is a process that can cause irreparable and expensive damage if polarity isn’t observed carefully. But even if you got the bike started with a jump, that neglected battery would need a trip from your home in Virginia to New York and back before the bike’s charging system would bring it to full charge—if it ever did. Rather than jump starting, I recommend that you attach an automatic battery maintainer, and let it do its thing until it indicates the battery is charged. However, after 5 months of total neglect, that battery should not be considered a reliable source of starting power, even after receiving a full charge. In other words, I suggest replacing it.

Stu

1997 Gold Wing Upper Water Hoses Stu, I am told by my Honda technician that my 1997 Gold Wing needs to have the upper water hoses replaced. I have never seen or heard anything in your column addressing this issue.

Is this a normal thing to have to do on a bike this old? I don’t mind doing it if it is required. I am the original owner, and all of the required service has been done on a timely basis since the bike was new. In fact, I had the 50,000-mile service completed nine months

Jump-Starting a Gold Wing…Safe?

Good morning Stu. Shame on me, but I left the battery unattended in my 2008 Gold Wing this winter…it hasn’t been started since last November.

Is there a safe way to jump-start my Wing without damaging the electronics? I don’t have an electrical outlet where the bike is located and would like to avoid taking the battery out if possible. Thanks!

Jim McMillan GWRRA #155513 Pounding Mill, VA

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ago. Your response is appreciated.

Terry J. McIntosh GWRRA #126154 Mobile, AL Terry, radiator hoses on bikes are subject to the same issues as those on cars. Given ideal conditions, those hoses could last 20 years. But each hose has to be visually evaluated to determine whether it’s fit for further service. And because I have no way of inspecting yours, I can’t offer an opinion. If you see any evidence of swelling, softening, external damage, oil contamination, or seepage at the connections, then I’d advise replacing the hoses.

Stu

2007 Reverse Gear Seizes and Locks I really enjoy reading your column; it is always most informative. I am hoping you might have some solution to my problem.

After using the reverse gear successfully (and only about eight times) on my 2007 Gold Wing, I attempted to use it again while on the slightest upward grade running on the rear of the bike. In other words, the bike would have to reverse up a very slight incline.

I depressed the “reverse gear” button, it went in, and the dash light flashed on and off instead of staying in a steady mode. I depressed the reverse gear throttle and nothing happened. The gear seemed to be locked and seized in position; there was no movement. As I recall, the sound was the same as when the gear is engaged and working. I could not even move the bike backward or forward manually; everything appeared jammed and locked. Nor could I get the bike out of gear and back into neutral.

In desperation, I turned the bike off and waited a minute. When I turned the bike back on, the bike was back into neutral and the reverse gear button was in the out position.

The system seemed to reboot itself. I do a lot of traveling, and I would hate to have it seize up permanently on me in the middle of nowhere.

My dealer had it all torn apart for a week, and they have not come up with anything yet.

My reverse remains disengaged! Luckily, I was informed that another 2007 has the same problem, so it is not only a problem that I am having. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Rev. Dr. Robert M. Kiffman GWRRA #283908 Seminole, FL Reverend Kiffman, I’m not sure that someone else suffering the same problem constitutes good luck on your part—not unless that person’s mechanic resolved the issue and June 2010

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documented the repair. A flashing reverse light on the dash indicates an issue in either the Reverse Shift Relay or Reverse Shift Actuator circuitry, or one of those components could be defective. And there are other possible causes of that flashing reverse light. Assuming that your dealer followed the diagnostic trees in the service manual and still came up with nothing, your problem may have been a random fault, so try using reverse again. If the same thing happens, have your mechanic inspect the wiring connectors and plugs at the Cruise/Reverse control module for damage or loose connections.

Stu

Steam Radiator Dear Stu, I have a 1998 Gold Wing SE with 83K miles on it. The problem I am having is steam coming from the right radiator. I dis-

covered this problem when I was changing the oil last week.

After letting it warm up for awhile to heat the oil so I could drain it, I detected steam coming up. I removed the radiator cover to look for a leak; I had no visible sign of any fluid. I restarted the bike to see if I could detect exactly where the steam was coming from. It appeared to be coming from the front fins at the top of the radiator. I thought maybe it was condensation, but the odor that I detected was antifreeze odor.

I should tell you that the bike has been stored in my garage with a cover on it this winter. I did not detect any condensation anywhere on the bike. I am assuming that the leak is so minute that the leak may be dissipating and not dripping down.

So my question is: Do you recommend any stop leak additives that are sold at auto parts stores for Gold Wings? I have no problem

taking this to a mechanic, but I would like your opinion on how to handle it. Thank you.

Gerald DeCapite GWRRA #291477 Medina, OH Jerry, coolant escaping from a defective radiator cap can dribble down through the radiator fins and make it appear as if the radiator itself is leaking. There’s a plastic elbow where the overflow tube attaches to the coolant recovery tank. Those elbows often fracture and are a known leakage source on the GL1500.

Check the plastic elbow first. If it’s okay, have your cooling system and radiator cap pressure tested. Though they should be, most Honda dealerships aren’t equipped to do this. But any radiator repair shop should be able to handle this job quickly.

Stu

Flooded 1976 Gold Wing Hi Stu, I have a GL1000 Gold Wing 1976 with 23,000 miles on it. Due to weak coils and carb trouble, it has been badly flooded numerous times. Compression is 125 lbs. on all cylinders. If oil is added, it comes up to 175. It runs pretty good after 2200 rpm.

The coils have been replaced and carbs

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cleaned. It is very hard to get started. I would like your thoughts on this. Thanks.

Frank Bailey GWRRA #191704 Drummond, MI Frank, standard compression for your bike is 171 psi. Check your valve clearances.

Regarding the hard starting, I suspect it’s related to the fact that the carbs were merely

cleaned. I’d advise you to completely disassemble the carbs, replacing worn parts and making all required adjustments.

Stu

Reverse Gear Use Hello Stu. My bike is a 1992 GL1500SE. This summer, as a first-time experience with trailer pulling, I will be taking a

Trailmaster, Inc. Aspen Classic trailer (loaded weight approximately 450 lbs.; tongue weight to be set at 47 lbs). I’ll be riding up to southeastern British Columbia from southern California. The bike is equipped with a Big Bike Parts hitch. In some cases, when situating the trailer at the campsites, I will have to push the trailer slightly uphill to get into the spot.

My question is this: Is it safe and non-

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harmful to the bike to use reverse to back the trailer into the site? Thank you, Stu. Gary W. Bunting GWRRA #132731 Alta Loma, CA Gary, to prevent damage to components in the reverse system, it’s designed to shut down if load becomes excessive. You might even find that it shuts down when backing up a moderate grade with no trailer attached. So I doubt there’s need to worry about damaging the system, but you’ll likely end up disconnecting the trailer to park it manually. Consider finding pull-through campsites.

Stu

2008 GL1800 Engine Noise Hi Stu, I have a 2008 GL1800. About halfway through my first season of riding, I was warming up my bike and heard a rattling, grumbling noise in the engine near the alternator.

I brought the bike to the dealership where I bought the motorcycle and was told the noise was not an issue and that one of the mechanics there had the same noise in his bike. I then brought the bike to a different Honda dealership and was told that Honda had a bushing to install—on the alternator shaft? They also said sometimes it works for awhile but that the noise always comes back. They told me they have had no luck repairing them and would not try to correct the problem. I did ask them to make sure this noise is documented in case it gets worse.

I really enjoy reading your column every month, and I look forward to your opinion or advice on this problem. I thought I read an article about clutch oil pressure valves making this noise but couldn’t find the article again.

Thanks so much.

Steve Oosterman GWRRA #283162 Northbridge, MA Steve, a clutch oil pressure regulator valve was involved with a clutch failure I addressed some time ago, but it had no relation to alternator noise. Noisy GL1800 alternator drives have been a recurring issue. Because your dealer has had no “luck” (luck has nothing to do with a successful repair) repairing this and shows no interest in attempting to do so, I’d advise you to seek out a more interested dealership. With assistance from their Tech Line, which has addressed this issue on other GL1800s, they should be able to resolve it.

Stu

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Help with a CB750?

Stu, I’ve written you previously about my GL1800. This email is about a different bike.

I recently purchased a 1979 CB750F Super Sport as a restoration project. The Honda CB750 was the first motorcycle I ever owned, and I thought it would be a fun project to buy one and restore it back to OEM specification. They’re fairly available, parts are available, and they’re not too complex as a firsttime project.

The bike I purchased came pretty much complete, and I’ve been able to purchase the missing parts either from Honda or online on eBay. It has 28,500 miles on the odometer and was last registered in California in 1989. It has been in a garage ever since.

The bike came with a little gas still in the tank (nasty stuff) and oil in the crank case. The carburetors were off the bike, and I was informed that they had been overhauled and never reinstalled. They were given to me wrapped in a pillowcase and appeared to be clean.

My question for you concerns the engine.

I’m not a mechanic, and I admit to being a little intimidated by the thought of taking the engine apart. So far I’ve got the bike completely disassembled with the engine out of the frame. The frame, swing arm, and center stand I’ve sent out for powder coating. I was wondering what procedures you would recommend performing, as a matter of course, on the engine before installing it back in the frame and firing it up. I wouldn’t want to start it up only to discover too late that the oil pump was plugged up and nonfunctional (if you know what I mean).

The previous owner told me that he thought three things needed to be done to the engine: 1. Reinstall, adjust, and sync the carburetors.

2. Repair a stripped valve cover bolt with a helicoil.

3. After the engine is running, adjust a noisy cam chain with the tensioner adjustment.

One other question: Can an engine this old burn unleaded fuel that is sold today without modification?

I realize this project doesn’t involve a Gold Wing, but from reading your articles in Wing World I’ve come to value your advice.

Thanks for any advice you can offer. If you would prefer not to offer advice on this type of project, I understand. Thank you.

Via email, Mark May Mark, restoring vintage Hondas (and other Japanese brands) is a hobby of mine, and it’s a very rewarding hobby. But it’s one Wing World

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that requires knowledge and skill, or at least the willingness to develop those things. If you’re not a mechanic, you’re wise to be intimidated at the thought of tearing apart the engine. Folks on various forums such as the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Owners Group (www.vjmog.com) may tell you “Go for it. You can do it”. But I speak from experience when I tell you that many nonmechanics who attempt this for the first time on their own machines end up either ruining something or having to pay a professional to put it back together. Never believe what a previous owner tells you about a machine, especially one that’s been out of commission for 20 years. It’s entirely possible that he was handed that pillow case by yet another previous owner and actually has no idea of the bike’s current condition. Most home carb “rebuilds” involve little more than aerosol carb cleaner and a quick oncethrough. If it were me, I’d be going through those carburetors again (and thoroughly) before installing them. And that’s another job not suited to the novice mechanic. At the mileage you stated, the carbs likely need new float needles and seats as well as new needle jet sets. By the way, failure to thoroughly clean and/or seal that fuel tank will result in quickly fouled carbs. Before installing the engine, you might repair that stripped thread. Checking compression with the engine out of the frame will be rather difficult, but it could save you the trouble of having to yank the top end and possibly scratching your newly powder coated frame.

If you notice leaks from anywhere on the engine, now would be a convenient time to fix them. Don’t worry about using unleaded fuel. Japanese bikes of this vintage will not suffer any valve problems because of it. In fact, I use unleaded regular in my ‘71 CB500 Four, my ‘77 CB750 Automatic, and my ‘72 CL350. No lead substitutes are necessary. If you do the job correctly and thoroughly, you’ll have pride in ownership and a machine you can enjoy for years. Have fun!

Stu

since. I was thinking that ice had affected the fuel and/or fuel pressure. I maintain the bike IAW the manual, and the fuel tank was near full with big-name gas.

Last winter, I ran this bike at 3 degrees F and had no problems. Do you have a best guess what could be wrong?

Via email, Jerry Catapano

Thanks Stu. You’re probably right. Hey did you know that the outside air temp sensor (for the dash) does not display below 10 degrees F? My friend José and I went riding one day last year and it was 3 degrees F. There were just two dash lines where the temp reading should have been.

Jerry

Jerry, my best guess is that moisture had condensed and frozen on your bike’s intake air temperature sensor, or perhaps in a part of the throttle body.

Stu

I didn’t know that, Jerry. And if you hadn’t told me, I’d probably never know it. At least not from firsthand experience!

Stu ●

RPMs Shoot Up Hi Stu, I have a 2007 1800 Wing with about 50,000 miles on it, and I ride all year.

Last week the outside temp was 14 degrees F and, when I started my bike, the rpm shot up to about 2,200. As the engine warmed, it stayed above 1,200 rpm. This never happened before on this bike or my 2004 Rune.

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SPECIAL “FATHER’S DAY” TRIBUTE How we Became Father/Son GWRRA Members ”Your dad has always wanted a Gold Wing...”

With those words five years ago, my mom started a new chapter in our lives—one I could not have predicted.

My dad, Marion Arnott (GWRRA #287296, of Westerville, Ohio) was going to retire on his 63rd birthday when Mom called me and said she wanted to use the balance of her inheritance from her father to surprise Dad. Mom gave me the dollar amount to work with, and I went searching. My dad’s last motorcycle had been a 1975 CB360 that he sold when I was still in high school (over 25 years ago), so I was just as excited as I knew he would be!

After some time, a co-worker said his neighbor knew where there was a “nice one”. My father-in-law drove with me the 50 miles to check it out, and what we found was a beautiful, Satellite Blue 1985 Aspencade with lots of extra chrome and lights. Not only was it in the right price range, but it had been garage-kept by the original owner and only had 18,000 miles on it! After a road test, we sealed the deal.

When Mom showed Dad the photos I had emailed to her, he couldn’t believe it. Over the next three years, he bought shop manuals, joined GWRRA, and put over 43,000 miles on his bike. (Mom hadn’t retired yet, so it was the perfect companion.)

Two years ago, I called him to see if he was coming to Honda Homecoming. (I live not far from the Honda plant in Marysville, Ohio.) He told me no because he was busy cleaning his new bike, a 1997 GL1500SE. He said that, with his arthritis, he wanted the powered reverse feature and had found a deal he couldn’t pass up.

Dad still had the 1200 but said he’d have to sell it. I could only dream, since my oldest had just started college. But a few months later, I asked Dad if he had sold it yet. He said no and that now the stator had gone bad. (It’s hard to sell even a nice bike if it needs a $1,100 repair.) Again, I let it go.

Now, my dad is a smart man but he’s not computer savvy.

However, Mom was online and happened to come across information on an alternator conversion. Since Dad and I are mechanically inclined and like to tinker, I asked Dad if we could try working on it together. With that, I ordered the kit, bought the supplies, and we started in.

The time spent together was great, and the conversion was successful. After some thought, Dad said he would “like to have the bike stay in the family” and then signed it over to me. I was blown away! My last bike had been a 1974 KZ400, which I had sold shortly after our first daughter was born.

I quickly joined GWRRA and got to join Dad on his trip to Wing Ding 30 as well as many other trips in the couple of years since then. This year, we even took my father-in-law and his Harley 36

with us to ride the Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap, North Carolina.

The old saying is true…“You meet the nicest people on a Honda.” But as much as I enjoy my Wing, I must say that what I have really enjoyed is the renewed relationship with my dad.

(Submitted by Wes Arnott, GWRRA #296686, of Richwood, Ohio.)

Son Captures Stunning Photo of Dad and Mom with Wing My wife and I bought our Pearl White 1990 GL1500SE in March 2007 with only 22,000 miles on it. We rode by ourselves for the first two months then stopped for some ice cream one night and met a group of GWRRA Members from PA-I. Just two weeks later, we were part of GWRRA. Then, last year in July, we went to the New England States with 17 bikes total from our Chapter. This year, we’re headed out West in July to Glacier National Park and Yellowstone with eight bikes from our Chapter. We love the people and all the new memories with every ride. Thank you GWRRA! By the way, we have two wonderful sons. Our oldest, Shawn, is 31 and married to a wonderful girl named Erica. Our youngest, Jonathan, is 23 and a Photo Journalist for the Air Force. He took this photo while he was home visiting us last year at Thanksgiving.

(Submitted by Ray and Doreen Snyder, GWRRA #281922, of Rockton, Pennsylvania.)

Father’s Day Father/Daughter Ride Here is my 2002 Illusion Blue GL1800 on my 2009 Father’s Day trip to Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse.

Jessica, my then 15-year-old daughter, accompanied me on the trip.

It was a beautiful ride, and my daughter turned out to be a great co-pilot!

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But instead of simply calling us back, Joseph came right over to the gas station. When he arrived, he told us he’d left messages on the machines of some of the Members, who apparently were out riding.

He said as soon as they called him, he’d let us know. We then told him we’d get a room for the night.

We finally got two rooms about three blocks from the gas station where we were parked, and Luis managed to get the bike—still with the bad tire and hauling the trailer—to the hotel. After we checked in, we went to dinner.

While having dinner, a friendly voice called to ask if we were the ones with the tire problem. It was James “Dusty” Buckner on the phone. He told us that he had two tires we could use and asked us our destination. We told him it was Miami, Florida. He then told us he had a perfectly good tire already mounted with only 4,000 miles on it. He said he’d taken it off a Gold Wing when he’d had it converted to a trike. He wanted us to see the tire and said he’d come by the hotel with it. We told him there was no need to come by and show it to us, we’d take him at his word, but he insisted.

e took our yearly vacation last year with our friends Frank and Maria Delmonte (also GWRRA Members) and left Miami on August 27 for Niagara Falls, Canada. We had three bikes altogether— two Gold Wings (ours hauling a trailer) and one Gold Wing trike.

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We stayed in Canada for a week, and it was great riding for all of us. Then, on Saturday, September 5, we started for home. That’s when we needed to use the Gold Book. It was our first time ever using it.

We left Niagara Falls, Canada, about 9:30 a.m. and crossed the border to the U.S. side via The Peace River crossing. We made it all the way to Summersville, West Virginia, but then, about 4:30 p.m., felt our bike jumping from the rear. I, Josefina, asked my husband, Luis, if it was the road or if we had a flat rear tire. He then asked our friend Maria to pull alongside us to see if she could see anything wrong.

She said we had a wobbly rear tire, so we pulled over to a gas station to see what was happening. Thank God we were in the town of Summersville, where they have gas stations along the road.

Luis knelt down, and that’s when he saw that the rear tire was almost gone on one side. It looked as if someone had taken a sander and sanded it! Being that it was late Saturday afternoon, and beginning the long Labor Day weekend, we took out our Gold Book and started calling all the Honda Dealers in the area. But we had no luck, everybody was closed and we had no way of knowing when they’d be open again.

We tried asking the gas station attendant if he knew of a place that was open where we could get a motorcycle tire, but he didn’t know of anywhere.

That’s when the Gold Book was truly our lifesaver. We opened the page to where the Members are listed for Summersville, West Virginia.

To our good luck, we called the first name on the list, and it was Joseph Bell. He answered right away, and our friend spoke to him and told him what was happening to us with our tire. Joseph told us what we already knew about the Honda Dealers being closed until Tuesday, then said that he’d start calling some of the other Chapter Members to see if they had a spare tire for us. He said he’d call us back soon.

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It was 10:30 p.m. by the time both James “Dusty” and Joseph came by the hotel, but they said they wanted us to see the tire before mounting it onto our bike the next morning. When Dusty saw our tire, he said he couldn’t believe how bad it was. We set a time to meet early the next morning so that we could follow him to his house—which was only two miles away—and he could change the tire for us.

The next morning, Joseph came to our hotel at 8 a.m. so that we could follow him to Dusty’s house. Once we got there, Dusty was ready to go, and it only took them 15 minutes to get us out the door and on our way again. These good people would not take a penny for the tire or for helping us!

It turns out that Mr. James “Dusty” Buckner is the Chapter Director for the Summersville, West Virginia, Chapter and Mr. Joseph Bell is the Assistant Director. They were lifesavers, and we could never repay them for what they did for us.

If it hadn’t been for them, we would have had to stay there until Tuesday or even later by ourselves because our friends had to be back at work in Miami Wednesday morning.

So that is why we’d like to say, when it comes to the Gold Book: NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT! If you think that this type of thing could never happen to you and that you will never have to use the God-saving Gold Book, why not just keep it always on your bike anyway? You just never know.

Thank you again Dusty and Joseph for all you did. We hope we can do a good deed like this for someone else who needs it in the future. Also, we’re looking forward to you coming down to Miami soon, and we are looking forward to going back to Summersville, West Virginia, some day to ride with you and your Chapter.

God bless you!

Luis and Josefina Martinez GWRRA #181035 Miami, FL ● Wing World

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How to Replace Your GL1000 Air Box Gasket

By Howa rd Hala sz, Wing World Tech nica l Con tribu to r Many times when the GL1000 air box is removed for carburetor repair or other repair, the rubber gasket becomes damaged from being rubbed or scraped against the top shelter.

The following shows how to replace your damaged air box gasket.

1. Carefully remove and discard the damaged gas- 2. Cut 7/32� Dia. neoprene or surgical tubing to a ket from the air box. length of 29 5/8 inches.

3. Use Honda Hand Grip Cement or equivalent adhe- 4. If you cut the tubing too long, trim to fit the sive to glue the new gasket that you made from the groove inside the air box cover. If you cut the tubing tubing to the inside of the air box cover. slightly too short, it can be stretched to fit. The tubing ends should be touching each other with no gap.

5. Now you can assemble the air box to the plenum without damaging the gasket. The gasket is now mounted to the air box cover rather than the air box.

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Get Safe!: “Get Safe!” is a Wing World department aimed at providing rider safety information—be it safety data, reports, rider education course information, and more—from trained educators. Submissions for this department are accepted primarily from GWRRA Rider Educators or Rider Education Staff. These submissions should be original works that cite official informational sources. GWRRA, and any of its affiliates, may not be held liable for the use of any of the information contained herein.

Thoughts on Bike Lighting and More

By Jack Snead, GWRRA #145079, Former MSF Instructor and Former Chapter Educator

There are three types of drivers: Aggressive – defensive – offensive. My thought pattern is that if you have a good offense, your defense won’t necessarily have to save the day. And I use my defense as the situation dictates.

Unlike some of Sharon’s suggestions in her May 2010 “In the Zone” editorial (that dealt with “What do you do to be seen?” while riding), I have different options I would suggest, particularly in regard to lights and your bike.

When Not to Use High Beams Let me begin with the constant use of high beams, which I would discourage for several reasons.

First, I have seen some high beam headlights (my 2000 Valkyrie Interstate as an example) which were tantamount to staring into the sun—and they were set below the legal height. For instance, when involved in a group ride, how many times have you had to ask someone in the group to turn off their high beams as their usage was causing a distraction?

Second, depending on the placement of the turn signals, the high beams may have a tendency to wash out the turn signals and thus not allow the rider to communicate his or her turning intention to the vehicles ahead.

But the most important reason for not recommending this practice of constant use of high beams is that, in many states, it is illegal. For example, in North Carolina failure to dim does not have a timeframe associated with it. Therefore, high beam usage during the day may cause one to be ticketed. This was brought to my attention when I had the Valkyrie Interstate and found out firsthand.

Extra Front Lighting Adding extra lighting in front (fork or fog lights) is good.

Though some may disagree, I believe a modulating headlight is best. It is also the only “legal in 50 states” solution. The modulator is covered by United States Motor Vehicle Code, and no state can circumvent it.

Failure to dim is a state statue and, depending on how your state’s law is worded, may get you a ticket no matter whether or not you were just trying to be seen.

Extra Rear Lighting As far as rear lighting goes, one must be careful here as well. Additional rear lighting is good, but one has to use caution when getting creative with the brake lights.

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Again, what is legal in one state won’t necessarily be legal in another. For instance, in North Carolina it is worded that the rear brake light must be activated. However, it does not make reference to the state of the light (“steady”, “on”, or “constant”).

Virginia’s law does mention the state of the light.

When a vehicle is registered, it must conform to state laws within the state it is registered. So a “wig wag” or “pulsing” brake light that slows to a “constant” or “on” state may be legal on a vehicle registered in North Carolina but not legal on a vehicle registered in Virginia.

In addition, that North Carolina rider who has a vehicle with a “wig wag” brake light may be pulled over while passing through Virginia. He or she may then have to spend the better part of a day in a Virginia courtroom getting a tail light infraction thrown out. Yes, that rider may win the battle, but was that day off work it took to win the battle really worth it?

I feel it’s better to add lights to the rear. Back off brake lights, top, bottom, and/or sides of the license plate are good.

On top of the trunk of a Wing is a good location and acts as the “third” brake light. All additional lighting can probably modulate to a rider’s heart’s content as long as the OEM lighting isn’t tampered with.

My Personal “Be Seen” Preferences As for me, for the front of the bike I run a modulator and fog lights (for additional lighting on low beam at night). To take care of the rear, I have a light on the trunk as well as additional backoff lighting. I will usually wear an Icon reflective vest as well as reflective (Day Glo Yellow) gloves, and my lane position will be flexible, dependent upon the traffic around me.

Other “Be Seen” Suggestions And speaking of lane positions, here is another example of how “discrepancies” between states’ laws can exist.

For instance, two motorcycles might be legal riding side by side in one state yet be illegal when doing so in another state (not that I condone that practice). They may not even be legal being side by side at a stop; one might have to be offset to some degree.

In addition, I feel too many motorcyclists are “riding” their bike. You see them always riding in the same lane position (usually track 1). Using North Carolina as an example again, a motorcycle has full use of lane. Therefore, I constantly move from track 1 to track 3, depending on the traffic in front of me (both in my lane and oncoming) and depending on the number of lanes.

I suggest constant movement within your lane so that you can use your position in traffic to your advantage. Doing this will not only assist motorists to “see” you (you won’t be hidden by other vehicles) but, more importantly, it will allow you to see the entire road picture ahead of you. ● Wing World

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Q u i c k T i p Te c h S o l u t i o n

“Poor Winger’s” Way of Building an Audio Combiner

By Paul Darnell, GWRRA #179406, of Pomeroy, Ohio

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s with most Gold Wingers, when I find a solution to a problem I enjoy sharing it. I suspect that there

may be some other Wingers out there who have run into a similar problem trying to install auxiliary audio equipment on their GL1500.

I installed a Roady XM Satellite radio and Garmin Zumo

The Solution: So, while Googling on the Internet for a cheap way to fix the problem, I came across a very easy and inexpensive fix. It does require a trip to Radio Shack and a little soldering, but consider it a “poor man’s fix” for an issue that I suspect a few other Wingers may also be experiencing.

I’m no electronics expert so I don’t know how the circuit does what it does, but it worked great on my system to balance out the inputs to the in-line FM modulator with very little loss in audio level.

GPS on my 1996 GL1500SE using an in-line FM modulator to tie them into the audio system. I used a 1/8-inch mini jack splitter to bring the audio signal of the satellite radio and GPS into the FM modulator.

What You’ll Need to Buy: The fix requires you to purchase the following items at Radio Shack (or your favorite electronic shop): 1 – 3” x 2” x 1” Project Box (Item #270-1801) $2.29 2 – 1/8” Stereo Panel-Mount Audio Jack (2-Pack) (Item #274-0249) $2.99 each 1 – 10K Ohm 1/4 Watt Carbon Film Resistor (5-Pack) (Item # 271-1335) $.99 Total $9.26

Conclusion:

The Problem: The problem is that, as long as only one of the two items is powered up, the audio signal into the FM modulator is okay, but if the GPS and Satellite radio are both powered up at the same time, the audio output of both is reduced by about 50 percent. So if listening to the satellite radio and using the GPS for audible directions at the same time, the output of both drops by half.

It would be nice to be able to use one of the options available from certain manufacturers to tie these items into my system, but I just can’t bring myself to spend that much to fix the problem.

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Now comes the “technical” part: I won’t even try to describe it step by step, but you can surely figure it out from the diagram here of the circuit that I used to make the fix.

That’s all folks. Have fun with it!

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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Master the Ride:

Tight

U

-Turns

B y J i m G r a y b e a l , A r i z o n a D r i l l Te a m I n s t r u c t o r In this article, GWRRA's Director of Drill Teams Jim Graybeal turns his focus to the more specialized skills encountered in the GWRRA Top Gun competition exercises.

While these exercises present situations that require skills a rider would rarely use in everyday riding, by practicing the elements that make them possible—use of the friction zone, looking where you want to go, keeping your eyes up, measured use of throttle, etc.—you reinforce the skills you use daily.

The GWRRA Top Gun Manual (© 1995, Revised Version, 2009) can be found at www.gwrra.org. As you mouse over the “Divisions” tab, a pull-down menu will appear. Click on “Rider Education”. When that page appears, click on “REP Officer Section” from the menu on the right. Scroll down that page until you see “GWRRA Top Gun Manual, Revision 3, May 2009” and click on that link.

The GWRRA Top Gun Manual is downloadable as a PDF file.

Exercise is Number 5 of The GWRRA Top Gun Manual: he objective of this exercise is to test your ability to execute tight left and right U-turns. The range setup for this exercise is a rectangle painted on the pavement of a flat, clean parking lot that measures 60 feet in length. For novices, the width is 22 feet. For experienced riders, the width is 20 feet.

For experts, it’s just 18 feet in width.

To correctly perform the exercise, you enter the box on the right hand side. As you approach the far end of the box, you execute a left U-turn and cross back across the box. As you approach the other end of the box, you now execute a tight right hand U-turn.

Then you proceed along the border, exiting the box at the far end. (See diagram.)

When competing in Top Gun, points are deducted for putting a foot down, crossing a boundary line with one tire, crossing a boundary line with both tires (a greater deduction), or dropping the bike.

If you’re in a parking lot situation, having the ability to do tight U-turns that are linked gives you the confidence to do either a left or a right U-turn no matter what the circumstances.

Entering the box, it’s important to keep the front tire as close as possible to the right hand boundary of the box before initiating the first turn. It’s also important to use as much of the 60-foot distance to the end of the box before initiating the first turn to allow yourself plenty of room for the rest of the exercise.

Once you’ve done your left hand U-turn and are transitioning back nearly to the start point corner of the box, it’s again important to come as close as possible

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to the side and end boundaries of the box before initiating your right hand U-turn. Jim says it’s advantageous to use all the distance you’re given to stabilize the bike. By using the entire length of the box, you allow yourself to stabilize the bike between each turn.

Although the diagram shows a gentle diagonal path of travel across the box following the completion of the first U-turn, Jim suggests returning to the outside boundary quicker so you can stabilize your bike with straight travel before initiating the right Uturn. “For most people, the right U-turn is more difficult than the left,” Jim says.

“The key to this is, once again, executing a deliberate head snap. When you initiate your U-turn, turn your head clear around, pointing your nose in the direction you want to go—and then keep it pointing in that direction until the bike has come all the way around,” Jim says. “Another way I teach this is by telling people to put their chin on their shoulder.

While most people’s heads won’t turn that far, the more you try to get your head to turn, the more steering input you apply to the bike.”

This exercise also calls for skilled use of the friction zone. Jim sets his engine at about 2,000 rpm, feathers the clutch to control the power going to the rear wheel and uses a bit of trail braking with his right foot brake pedal to maintain the bike’s stability. For expert riders working to execute the U-turns within an 18-foot radius, it’s important to turn your head and torso even more, lean the bike more aggressively and use the friction zone even more decisively. ● Wing World

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hat started out decades ago as basically a “box on wheels” that one could pull behind a motorcycle has come a long way. Not only have cargo trailers themselves become more sleekly and aerodynamically designed and constructed with ever-improved materials, the manufacturing process and safety aspects of them continue to evolve.

In addition, of course, the decades have also seen some shifts in the usage of motorcycle trailers from simple cargo units that haul items to more specialized models that are playfully designed or which can now house fold-out campers or even one’s pet. Throughout the years, other ingenious inventors developed trailers specifically designed to haul motorcycles (and now trikes) or storage systems that riders can use in lieu of a pull-behind trailer.

We asked some trailer manufacturers and distributors to tell us about some of the most recent changes in trailer design, materials, and manufacturing. We also asked them what inspired them to develop that type of trailer or trailer alternative and to give us insight into trailer safety. Here’s what they had to say. (After which, we’ll present one of their models, accompanied by their comments about it.)

Bushtec: As with any industry, motorcycle cargo trailers have

benefited from advances in lighter composite materials such as E-glass and improved LED lighting. Building lighter and stronger body and lid assemblies and improving visibility yields higher quality and more functional trailers. In addition, for years new designs were created using hand tools and thousands of hours of shaping and forming. New technology such as CAD design, laser scanning and 5 axis machining centers allow creation of plugs in much shorter timeframes with increased precision. Our Entourage also represents an opportunity to create something truly unique in the trailer market. Inspired by a 1937 Delage automobile, it combines styling with function.

Baxley: As everyone knows, loading a motorcycle on a [hauling] trailer can be a dangerous and frustrating experience. We recognized a need in the marketplace for an advanced trailering system and applied our engineering knowledge to the problem. For example, we’ve designed a unique strapp ing method for trikes that surrounds the rear tires. It keeps the trike securely on the trailer and alleviates the need to remove bodywork to find a suitable tie-down point.

Road Dog: We use vacuum-formed fiberglass (over the conventional, chopped fiberglass) because of the weight and consistency.

Plus, the texture on the inside of the trailer is extremely smooth which, in turn, is very “gear friendly”. Fully independent suspensions were designed for motorcycle touring trailers [for better stability]. That way, a trailer performs basically the same loaded or empty.

Little Cargo: Our trailers are made of lightweight aluminum and ABS plastic that has a UV layer. The side walls are stamped and formed with precision dies. The frame is made in a jig and robotically welded.

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The lid is die-formed to add strength and fit tight. We use high tech manufacturing with robotics and CNC equipment to keep the cost down.

D & P Enterprises: We have chosen to stay with fiberglass for its durability. The fiberglass is hand-laid, which provides more uniformity in thickness throughout the trailer. We have stayed with the hand-made trailers because we feel that this provides better quality and longer life over mass-produced trailers.

American Custom Trailers: I spent a lot of money on my Wing and didn’t like the idea of pulling a “box on wheels”. [In regard to safety,] anytime you pull a trailer, whether you’re pulling it with a car, truck, or motorcycle, it isn’t going to be as safe as not pulling one. You just have to allow more room between you and the vehicle ahead of you and also allow more stopping distance. However, we feel our trailers are as safe as our competitors, and even more so because they are so streamlined.

WAGS: Motorcycle customers do more towing of trailers with Gold Wings or Valkyries than any other motorcycles manufactured. The WAGS “PET” trailer offers another option to the motorcycle riders who tow a trailer, enabling them to take their pet along with them as well as their cargo.

Tailwind: The advent of 7-kilowatt lasers and fixed beam length on levitated cross head cutters has allowed the use of more precisely made parts and higher speeds. There are 60 precisely cut parts in the construction of the Tailwind. [In regard to some safety factors,] the profile of the bike and trailer rig is more conspicuous to the mentally idle car driver, especially when they are on a cell phone; to them, a solo 53

motorcycle is like a palm tree. Also, the roving thieves with a box van and lift gate will pass up a bike with a trailer locked to it in favor of a more manageable prize. Trying to steal a bike and trailer rig is like trying to steal an octopus.

Motor Trike: We provide robotic welded frames, hand-laid fiberglass bodies, prepped and primed at our state-of-the-art facility in Texas. They’re designed, engineered, and manufactured at one location.

Our computer designed features provide a higher quality product.

[Designing and manufacturing a trailer] was a natural fit. People have been asking us to build trailers, so we responded to their requests.

Piggy Backer: Pulling any trailer with a motorcycle requires common sense. The trailer must be loaded correctly and not overloaded.

If done properly, the biker will feel no effects of the trailer behind the bike. Our Piggy Backer XL is a very attractive trailer and sold at a very low price point. The stability of our Piggy Backer XL is excellent at all highway speeds.

Schoolhouse Motorcycle Accessories: The Uni-Go trailer is made from a highly technical fiber glass mold and hand-laid glassing. Our metal frames are made to the highest tolerances. [We believe] our unique hitch system provides the most positive attachment point on the market today. [We feel] our single-wheel trailer offers the safest pull on the market due to the single-wheel design and smaller volume. You cannot overload the trailer beyond the motorcycle’s capability to safely handle it.

Tag A Long: What motivated our company to design our product were all the unused saddlebags that came off the bikes when we did a trike conversion. My wife suggested they were going to pile up, so I came up with reusing them for extra storage for bikers.

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ZZ Trailer: Our trailers are designed and created on a CAD program. All of our trailers come standard with a swivel coupler which allows, in the event the motorcycle is tipped over or laid down during a crash, for the trailer tongue to not be twisted beyond the normal tolerances of a standard coupler (which can flip a trailer). Our suspension and coupler system was designed with only safety in mind and our trailer styling came later.

Ironhorse: [Today,] complex shapes can be molded from fiberglass that would otherwise have to be stamped, sheared, welded, riveted, or glued. Structural integrity, longevity, appearance, and repair-ability make this a superior method. What motivated Ironhorse to develop the WideBody was that, a few years ago, we exhibited a fixed-top, two-bike trailer at Americade. By the end of the rally, we were hoarse from saying “Fraid not” so many time to the same question—“Will two Gold Wings fit?” Right then and there, we committed to developing a trailer that would handle two Wings and that we could still be proud of its look.

The WideBody is our answer.

RoxieRide: We’ve been riding with Roxie (our 11-year-old poodle) since she was a baby. She loves to ride and has been well over 100,000 miles! We held her, used shoulder pouches and tried all kinds of ideas in order to take her with us. The things we tried were so uncomfortable for us and for her that we started making prototypes for a small sidecar/carrier. The first attempts were made of wood and were heavy and not attractive enough to go on our trike. Now we’ve taken all of that experience and are producing a safer, more comfortable, and good-looking “ride” for pets.

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TYPES OF TRAILERS TO CHOOSE FROM: CARGO TRAILERS

Bushtec Performance Sport Trailers’ 2010 Bushtec Entourage “The new 2010 Entourage model is an edgy one with an art-deco design that retains Bushtec’s flagship DNA. Our full-service fabrication shop cuts, bends, machines, and welds metal components, including our proprietary independent adjustable air ride suspension system that is guaranteed not to bounce (including our Tow Tow, which is designed for taking your dog with you).”

[Base MSRP $3,495, (423) 562-9900, www.bushtec.com]

California Sidecar/Escapade Trailers’ Escapade Elite Trailer “We created a stylish design that compliments and extends the look and lines of the Gold Wing. The bodies are hand-crafted and hand-laid fiberglass, and there’s no bouncing or fish tailing.

We’ve added additional lighting packages with LED lights to provide greater visibility for the rider and traffic awareness.”

[Base MSRP $2,295, (434) 2636500, www.californiasidecar.com]

D & P Enterprises’ Lil’ Thoroughbred Trailers (modeled after a horse trailer) “Because the independent suspension allows for trailer wheels to adjust individually to road conditions, we feel it gives the trailer more stability and maneuverability. Plus, each trailer is individually built to the customer’s specifications.”

[Base MSRP $2,395, (479) 409-9566, www.lilthoroughbredtrailers.com]

Kompact Kamp’s “Route 66” Cargo Trailer “We’ve built motorcycle trailers for over 25 years, and small trailers are our only business focus. All fiberglass is molded in-house with extreme attention to detail and quality control. Our “Route 66” cargo trailer is constructed of reinforced fiberglass and includes an independent rubber torsion suspension June 2010

and 5-way LED lighting as standard equipment.”

[MSRP $1,595, (717) 933-8070, www.jdtrailers.com]

Little Cargo Trailers’ Overnighter “The use of intense LED lights is a safety feature and is energy efficient, and the LED lighting on the back and fenders makes the bike larger and more defined at night. Plus, we use top-of-the line axles by Dexter with cantilever arms and rubber torsion to give a smooth, safe ride.”

[MSRP $2,195, (866) 400-7577, www.littlecargotrailers.com]

Motor Trike/Thoroughbred Motorsports’ GLT – Standard Trailer (with 1-tone factory paint) “This is a new trailer from top to bottom. The suspension design gives the trailer a smooth ride that does not affect the motorcycle performance.

Plus, it utilizes standard sized tires that are available anywhere and has a door opening and hardware that does not interfere with the cargo space.”

[MSRP $2,994.50, (800) 908-7453 (800-90-TRIKE), www.motortrike.com]

The Piggy Backer Company’s 2010 Piggy Backer XL “Our 2010 trailers now have alloy wheels for better rust resistance. We also offer a new swivel coupler as an option that allows the coupler to rotate 360 degrees in the event of an accident. New powder coated— which is much more durable than traditional paint—trailer frames are superior to painted frames.”

[MSRP $920 plus shipping, (800) 448-4841, www.piggybacker.com]

Road Dog Trailers’ Road Dog Widetrack Deluxe “The biggest advantage to a Road Dog is its low center of gravity. We designed our Road Dog suspension specifically for motorcycle touring which, in turn, allows the cargo to sit very low in-between the wheels to create a highly stable and safe towing experience.”

[MSRP $2,695, (320) 309-8230, www.roaddogtrailers.com]

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Schoolhouse Motorcycle Accessories’ (dba Uni-Go) Uni-Go Single Wheel Motorcycle Trailer

SPECIALTY CARGO TRAILERS American Custom Trailers’ Ford Mustang Cargo Trailer

“The Uni-Go trailer becomes an extension of the bike, with no adverse pulling or uneven pavement problems. A properly designed single wheel trailer is the only trailer that, when hooked up, you are still riding your bike whereas, with most two-wheeled trailers, you are pulling a trailer until you un-hook.”

[MSRP $2,400, (513) 539-8339, www.uni-go.com]

“Ours has the ‘Wow Factor’. If you want your trailer to reflect your personality, that’s what we provide. Plus, we now have unpainted bodies stacked up so that, instead of taking weeks, we can now turn a trailer around from start to finish in as little as 15 days.”

[Base MSRP $3,595, (513) 484-0747, www.americancustomtrailers.com]

Tailwind’s XTc Advanced Technology Touring Trailer Roll-A-Home’s Motorcycle/Small Car Camper

“The Tailwind is at the cutting edge of technology in touring trailers. It’s aerodynamically refined, and its low drag coefficient can allow up to 30-plus extra miles per tank. It has the lowest tip ratio of any streamlined touring trailer and the floor is designed to prevent the shifting of contents that can lead to instability in other trailers.”

[MSRP $7,595, (830) 438-1818, www.tailwindtrailers.com]

Z Z Trailer’s ZZ2000 LT

“We now offer a self-curing clear coat system that, when in heat from sunlight, self-cures small scratches. We also offer a new product for the fender wells and the nose of the trailer for protection from rock chips. All of our trailers have a ‘Zero Bounce’ suspension and a coupler that swivels 360 degrees.”

[For MSRP please call or visit online, (801) 706-3899, www.zztrailer.com]

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“The storage does not come in contact with the tent so the storage, when open, can be used without any interference with the living area.

Also, our trailer has a great tracking history, no swaying and it’s not topheavy; it pulls great and straight.”

[Base MSRP Standard $3,999, Wide Bed $4,499, (414) 617-8466, www.rollahome.com]

WAGS Unique Motorcycle Trailers’ “PET” Motorcycle Trailers

“Each WAGS “PET” Trailer is custom made to owner and pet specs. Ours is the only “PET” trailer of its size on the market and has been extensively tested and proven to be very safe and comfortable for even very large pets. We offer all Gold Wing and Valkyrie paint codes to enable matching to one’s bike/trike. We also offer a “HANDICAP” trailer with a fold-down ramp to provide storage for a wheelchair or power chair.”

[MSRP Standard size $4,120, Large size $5,070, Toll-free(866)-844-9247 or (319) 290-4549 (cell), www.wagstrailers.com]

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HAULING TRAILERS MOTORCYCLE HAULER

TRAILER ALTERNATIVES Pakit Rak’s Luggage System (#18-1)

Ironhorse Trailers’ Ironhorse WideBody

“The Pakit Rak system is for those who ‘just don’t want to pull a trailer’. It’s easy to put on and take off, and there’s ‘no licensing required’. There’s no reduction in bike performance but plenty of space.

For instance, it will fit 4 pair of blue jeans, 12 T-shirt/polo shirts, 12 pair underclothes, 12 pair socks, and a sweater or two with room to spare.”

[MSRP $427, (707) 678-2375, www.pakitrak.com] “It’s made of fiberglass, so no metal trailer comes close to being as easy to move by hand. It can handle two Wings without any of the usual jockeying for position. Plus, 2010 models all have non-skid patterns embedded in their gelcoat floor coverings to make loading and unloading in the rain much safer.”

Tag A Long Trailers’ Universal Tote

[MSRP $8,000, (931) 668-8860, www.ironhorsetrailers.com]

TRIKE HAULER

Baxley Trailer Company’s GT2000 Trike Trailer

“There are no wheels, so it’s easy to maneuver your bike or trike because it doesn’t affect front weight at all and there are no toll charges on certain roads. You can’t even feel it’s there.”

[MSRP (using our saddlebags) $1,095, (218) 965-4138, www.Tagalongtrailers.info]

RoxieRide Pet Carrier

“This is a tilting motorcycle trailer specifically designed for a trike.

The low-angle tilting bed means there’s no worry about ground clearance, and an LA Chock captures the front wheels to keep it securely in place. The winch-operated tilting bed allows the user to ride a motorcycle onto the trailer with feet on the ground and without using ramps.”

[MSRP $6,350, (888) 988-8833, www.Baxleycompanies.com]

Not available in Mass., NJ, NH, Alaska & Hawaii

“The RoxieRide is positioned next to the co-rider so that he/she—not the rider—can keep a hand and eye on the pet. For added comfort, the safety chain can be adjusted to allow the pet to sit up or lay down and a bronze/acrylic windshield is a natural UV inhibitor and helps the pet feel secure.”

[MSRP $1,195 plus shipping and handling, (801) 557-0142, www.roxieride.com]

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Ride to

By John Gilbert, GWRRA #209469, of Melbourne, Australia In late August of last year, two Wingers from Melbourne, Australia (John Brak and I) and Shane Blakeborough from Geelong, Australia (riding an H-D Ultra Glide) headed off in the early morning to Ayers Rock.

The Rock—also known as Uluru—is a large sandstone rock formation in the southern part of the Northern Territory of central Australia. It’s located 2,300 kilometres away from our start point, and this was to be the first major trip for the two new Wings. For Shane, it would also be a first major trip on a new bike; he had just bought his Harley the week prior.

Here is how our Aussie ride to Ayers Rock played out...

A long, straight road near Coober Pedy.

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(L to R) Aussies John Gilbert (GWRRA #209469), John Brak (GWRRA #170853), and their mate, Shane Blakeborough, reach the border of the Northern Territory.

Day 1: Melbourne — Mildura Today saw the two Gold Wings head out from Melbourne and, as it was early and a Saturday, the traffic was light.

Just out of the city, the clouds darkened over and the air started to get cold. We knew we were in for a bit of rain so, with a quick stop under an underpass, we put on our wet weather gear.

A short distance up the road, it poured with rain and the wind picked up enough to toss our bikes around. The heaters came on for the seats and handlebars as we made our way through to the other side of the storm. As we got onto the country roads toward Mildura, the weather cleared up and the temperature started to rise.

Our plan was to meet up with Shane in Mildura. Mildura is the “fruit bowl” of the state of Victoria, with orchards and grapevines everywhere and very rich soil. But as we came through the little town of Ouyen, Shane and two of his mates were stopped there for coffee.

Day 2: Mildura — Port Augusta This morning saw us get underway all eager to get some miles under our belts. With not a cloud in the sky, we were off to a good start.

We followed the Murray River (one of the biggest rivers in Australia) for some time and then started to head inland toward the South Australian border and the small, old town of Burra.

As we got closer to the border, clouds started to come over and the temperature dropped again. It appeared we were headed for another dumping of rain. With the temperature dropping from 18 degrees C to 8 degrees C, the heaters got another workout.

The rain was a little kinder to us this time, and it appeared we were just behind the rain; we only got a few drops on us. We arrived in Port Augusta all ready for the next day’s ride into the true Australian outback.

Rock, has a lot of road kill on it. This, in turn, draws the Wedge-tailed Eagle to the side of the road. These large birds can take some time to get going in flight when they hear someone coming, so we needed to use caution when approaching them.

As we got close to Coober Pedy, we knew it; the countryside is littered with small mounds of dirt from the individual opal mines. That night’s accommodations were underground—in an old opal mine made into a motel. And boy, once the lights were turned out, we couldn’t see a thing!

Day 4: Coober Pedy — Erldunda Today’s ride was a very long ride with long, straight stretches going on forever. The vegetation in these parts of Australia is very low due to the heat and low water. Along these parts of the Australian roads, massive road trains travel. With up to four trailers in them, these trains can be a daunting sight as they come toward you. Also, they can take some time to pass!

Now as we rode toward the Northern Territory Border, it seemed to be moving away from us instead of getting closer. Finally, however, we made it to the border. After a quick break and some photos, we then rode on into Erldunda, a roadhouse resort at the turn-off to Ayers Rock.

There is something about the air in the Australian outback that draws you to it again and again. Having been there a couple of times, it is something I never forget. At night, the display of stars is unbelievable.

Day 3: Port Augusta — Coober Pedy Today saw the bikes travel over some of the flattest and barest country in Australia. Our first stop was in Plima (which is the turn-off to Woomera), so a side trip into Woomera was taken to see the rockets and remoteness of this part of the country.

One has to marvel at how people live out here in such a sparse part of Australia. And Woomera itself may bring back memories for some of the ex-military Members of GWRRA; in the ’60s there was a large USA contingent in Woomera for the fitment of radar, etc.

Then it was back on the road again for the 300-km trip to Coober Pedy, the opal capital of Australia. The road remains very flat all the way with not a tree for miles. And the road from there, all the way up to Ayers 60

A “kangaroo encounter” in Erldunda.

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Day 5: Erldunda — Ayers Rock/Uluru Today was the day we finally got to see the Rock. We could have covered the distance the day before but that would have meant getting into the small township of Yulara late. We’d have missed seeing the Rock on the horizon as we came into town.

So instead that morning we awoke for the ride, only to find there were cloudy skies and the likelihood of rain. (Even so, it isn’t so bad when it rains in this part of the country because a rider will dry very quickly and the temperature stays warm. So actually, it is quite pleasant to have some showers.)

The two Gold Wingers were on our own today; Shane had to go to nearby Alice Springs and would join us later. As we rode toward Uluru, we had a couple of “false starts”. There are one or two rock formations that look quite like the Rock itself. But once we saw the real Rock in the distance, there was no doubt we were seeing one of the natural wonders of the world.

After three hours of riding from Erldunda to Yulara, we checked into our cabin and headed straight out to the Rock for our first visit.

It cost $25 for a three-day pass to enter the park, and we rode around this mammoth rock and marvelled at the height and beauty it brings to the barren landscape. Ayers Rock (aka Uluru) is taller than the Eiffel Tower and equal to an18-story building. It’s an inselberg, or “island mountain”, an isolated remnant left after the slow erosion of an original mountain range. Uluru is sacred to the Aboriginal people of the area and has many springs, waterholes, rock caves, and ancient paintings.

Day 6: Sunrise and Sunset at Uluru — and The Olgas This day, we awoke at 5:30 a.m. to see the sunrise on Uluru. There is truly no picture that can show the colours that you see there with your naked eye. (We experienced lots of them for both the sunrises and the sun-

sets we saw while there.) And that morning we were lucky enough that there were clouds and some rain that helped form a rainbow over the Rock.

After sunrise, we headed off to The Olgas (aka Kata Tjuta, which means “many heads” in traditional Aboriginal language) another beautiful rock formation 30 kilometres from Uluru. Then, with the day drawing to a close, we headed back in the hopes that the next day the Rock’s walkway would be open so that we could climb up it.

Day 7: Walking the Rock This morning, we headed out early (along with most of the other tourists) to see the sunrise and to hopefully walk the Rock early in the day. However, the wind was very strong and the walk was closed.

We knew the rangers were checking the wind strength every two hours, so we went back again at 10 a.m. It was still closed, so we decided to stay on until 12 p.m. Finally, we were in luck—the ranger opened the rock walk and we were the first to go up.

The initial part of the climb is the steepest but, once on top, the view is unbelievable. The moonscape has its own beauty, and the walk took us about three hours to complete. When we returned to the bottom, we knew we had walked the Rock!

With the trip drawing to a close, it was time to press the home button on the Gold Wing GPS. The journey home took us the same way as we had come up; we simply did not have enough leave time from work to take our hoped-for roundtrip to Mount Isa and back down the east coast to Melbourne.

But as we headed away on the 2,300-km ride back from Uluru, we knew the trip there had been worth it. We now had many colourful pictures in our minds, and we knew these pictures would last us a lifetime. ●

John Gilbert’s Wing at Ayers Rock (aka Uluru).

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The “Forty to Phoenix” Ride Part I

Because GWRRA Rocks!

By Greg and Tina McKinney, GWRRA #275225, of Cord, Arkansas Photos by Greg and Tina McKinney and Orman G. Broadway

The original 11 Members who began the Forty to Phoenix Ride at the official Atlantic Ocean start—on the shore at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. (L to R): Pat Thompson - Arkansas; George Pierce - West Virginia; Bob Welch - New Hampshire; Greg and Tina McKinney - Arkansas; Jerry Boswell - North Carolina; Orman Broadway - New Jersey; Buck and Nickie Crosby - Mississippi; Jerry Jones - North Carolina; and Brian McCallum - West Virginia.

After five months of preparation, the “Forty to Phoenix” Ride turned out to be a huge success. Eleven GWRRA Members from all over the nation met at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina to begin a ride in early spring of this year along I-40 that would become the journey of their lives!

About the Ride

The “Forty to Phoenix” Ride was first conceived when we noticed an “I Visited the Home Office” pin for the first time while attending the Region D Rally in Ohio last year.

We began looking around and asking everyone if they had visited the Home Office. We even asked Life Members with over 20-plus years in the Association.

Nonetheless, we found not a single person who had ever visited the GWRRA Home Office in Phoenix, Arizona. Right then and there, we said we were going to do something about that and that’s when all the planning began!

After beginning our group journey with eleven Members in North Carolina on March 12, we picked up more riders along the way.

We also received support and greetings from other Members who met and rode with the group as we passed through their District.

In all, we rode through a total of twelve GWRRA Districts and four Regions, including Mexico. We saw the entire U.S. from coast-to62

coast and crossed through four time zones, all in one ride!

Our Visit to the Home Office

“2010 Forty to Phoenix” cover photo for this issue in front of the GWRRA National Headquarters. What an accomplishment!

Of course we stopped in Phoenix to visit Onward West the Home Office. Once there, our now more Later, some Members rode off to see the than forty Members received a hero’s welcome Grand Canyon while others had to return home from the entire staff of the GWRRA National to their jobs and families. California’s Chapter Headquarters. Everyone from the Home Office CA-1F escorted the group to California. The was all dressed up in their finest for our arrival next morning, riders met with two folks named and greeted us in style.

Lorenzo and Marsha, who led them into They filmed us and took pictures of us as Mexico. we paraded in. After the greetings, everyone After crossing into Mexico, they met with gathered in the conference room, where we Javier Chavez, our GWRRA International received an introduction to GWRRA Founder Paul Hildebrand, Executive Director Melissa Eason, Marketing Director Ed Price, and the entire staff.

We were overwhelmed to sign the Guest Book as we each got our “I Visited the Home Office” pin! Then we received tours of the Home Office. Afterward, the big event took place as Chet Shupe, a photogQuite often, the group rapher for Wing World encountered rain along magazine, arrived and the route. took the now-famous Wing World

Representative for Mexico. We received a motorcycle police escort to the Hotel Pueblo Amigo in Tijuana and a Presidential welcome from Mr. Gerardo Delgado, the representative from the Mayoral Office. Mr. Delgado greeted us and presented to us a certificate to welcome GWRRA to Mexico. He expressed that this, to him, is the beginning of building relationships.

The Hotel Pueblo is a beautiful five-star hotel, and the food was absolutely the finest. They welcomed us to come back again next year.

And, speaking of next year, work has already begun on the 2011 “Forty to Phoenix” coast-to-coast ride. There’ll be many new ideas added this time around.

All we can say is that this Ride brought together many new friends and spun off some great relationships. For many of us, it was the greatest ride of our lives, and we look forward to next year. We welcome everyone to attend!

Forty to Phoenix— One Marine’s Viewpoint

By Orman G. Broadway, GWRRA #277211, Barnegat, New Jersey

On March 8th of this year, I was home in New Jersey checking my email for the first time since the last day of February. I had just gotten back from a month-long auto road trip to California when I read that the “Forty to Phoenix Ride” was about to depart from Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina very soon.

The idea of having my first ride with GWRRA Members and doing another coastto-coast ride on my Wing, plus visiting the GWRRA Home Office and even having lunch in Tijuana, Mexico all excited me.

Quickly, I changed the oil on my bike, replaced a couple of dead headlights, mounted the “Silver Bullet” (as I like to call my Wing), and headed for our rendezvous point in Wilmington, North Carolina. Soon, we were off!

One of the many beautiful scenes the group witnessed as it rode through a total of twelve GWRRA Districts and four GWRRA Regions.

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The most notable leaders of the Ride were Greg McKinney and Jerry “JJ” Jones. Greg came up with the “Forty to Phoenix” idea, and both he and JJ updated the route and led their respective parts of the group through hill and dale and rain and snow.

However, everyone pitched in and contributed to the effort by taking turns as Road Captains and Tail Gunners, scouting out roads and weather conditions and reporting back to the main group, using laptops for weather forecasting and to assist in mapping, etc. Like I said, there was no lack of talent on the Ride!

Jerry Boswell, the eldest rider on the trip and a retired Marine, entertaining his roommates with the mandolin and harmonica.

What I Found Along the Way

We started with a group of nine bikes and ended with a large group of eighteen bikes. I was impressed with the efforts made to accommodate the needs and various riding/travel rhythms of each Member. Somehow we managed to stay on schedule without pressuring anyone or making anyone feel uncomfortable.

Polite consideration and the “no man left behind” rule prevailed, and I found the GWRRA Members who did the Forty to Phoenix to all be excellent riders, very courageous, and very nice people.

That GWRRA Members are so nice was no surprise to me as I’ve met many on the road and have, through the use of the Gold Book, enjoyed the hospitality of many Members in the USA (including Alaska) and Canada. But their courage, resilience, and high spirits through many long days of cold, windy and snowy weather was remarkable. I heard not even a murmur of discontent or discouragement.

And while I watched us ride some twentysix-hundred miles in rather tight formation, I had to applaud each rider’s skills—their performance was remarkable. Plus, the radio courtesy was amazing! We sounded like commercial airline pilots who had just aced the Emily Post course on etiquette. Very nice! One can be proud to be associated with such pros.

Leadership along the Way

What made the trip especially enjoyable and what made everything go so smoothly, at least to my way of thinking, was likely the presence of so many wonderful military veterans in the group. The abundance of leadership talent on the Ride was impressive. Many people stepped up to assume responsibility, and all of the Members of the group worked together cooperatively and gave their full support to all of our plans.

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The parade to the Home Office.

els about ships at sea. Gunnery Sergeant Jerry Boswell plays the mandolin and accompanies himself on the harmonica. And I, Corporal Orman Broadway, participate in conversations about how to play guitar chords and arrange music in different keys. Not quite what one would expect of three Jarheads on the road. Oh well. What is it that was written on JJ’s T-shirt?

“I’m not so mean, I’m not so lean, but I’m still a Marine.”

We three were not the only military vets among the Forty to Phoenix group. I met many other proud soldiers at our starting point in North Carolina and at the other stops we made as we moved west. Perhaps it was this, and the fact that we also had retired police officers with us,

As I mentioned in a previous Wing World article, bikers come in all shapes and sizes and with various surprising talents. The Forty to Phoenix riders were no exception. Take Jerry Boswell for example. Jerry is a retired Marine who, during a good part of his military career, competed as a member of the Marine’s elite Sharpshooter Team. He in fact is such a good marksman that the Corps had him competing internationally.

But Jerry is also many faceted. Not only is he a marksman, he is also a musician who plays the mandolin, harmonica, guitar, violin, bass guitar and the dobra (aka the resonator).

Then there is the fellow (who shall remain nameless) who joined up with us as we made our way west. After he retired as a building contractor fifteen years ago, he and his wife began taking in special needs children who suffer from the most severe of disabilities. He has also used his Mayoral Representative, Mr. Gerardo Delgado (center) experience in this area to do hands a plaque welcoming the group to Mexico to Greg missionary work in South McKinney while Jerry Chavez (left) looks on.

America.

Tears came to his eyes as he shared with those at his Cracker Barrel that resulted in our group running so smoothly as lunch table stories about some of his special we rode from the Atlantic to the Pacific.

Oorah to the men and women of the Forty children. Indeed, we bikers are an interesting to Phoenix Ride! I only hope that this is the and generous lot. inaugural run of what will become one of ● More on the People, and the GWRRA’s cherished annual events.

Vets in Particular

While traveling west, I had the privilege of sharing a room with two Marine Veterans, Jerry Boswell and Jerry “JJ” Jones. So here’s a question, what do three Marine Veterans do when on shore leave for a week—no bosses, no wives, no honey-do lists? Well, I can tell you.

Gunnery Sergeant Jerry “JJ” Jones reads nov-

For more information about the “Forty to Phoenix” Ride, visit www.gwrraar-h.org/ FORTY2PHOENIX.php. Also, watch for Part 2 of “The ‘Forty to Phoenix’ Ride” soon!

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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 (Preregistration), 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.

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A Father/Son Gift of GWRRA Friendship

By Randy and Susan Powell,

Contributing Writers, www.ride2up.com

Several years ago, I got a call from my wife about a stranded rider at our local Honda shop. She gave me the cell number of the caller, and that’s when this story begins…

Road Trip Plans

Nate gets ready to head out on his road trip west in 2006.

Down the Road

Nate had graduated from college with a degree in Biology but was just not ready to go get his first permanent job. He decided on a road trip instead.

From the Dallas area, Nate told his dad he wanted to go on a two-monthlong solo motorcycle ride out west before he settled down for his initial career opportunity. His decision made, Nate loaded up his Honda VT1100 Shadow with a backpack, duffle bags, and a little camping gear. He took along some money he had saved up and got ready to leave town.

However, as he was ready to pull out, his father handed him one last thing—the latest copy of his Gold Book. A longtime GWRRA Member, Nate’s father Jeff told his son, “Whatever you do, don’t lose this book. If you break down, look up the state and city you’re in and call the person with the most letters beside their name.” With that, Nate took the book and hit the road.

After six weeks—and thousands of miles—behind him, Nate had seen some beautiful places west of the Texas panhandle. He was traveling on a very light budget and having an extraordinary experience; he camped most of the time, and motel use was infrequent on his trip. Then, somewhere in California, Nate started having electrical problems with the Shadow.

Nate had a repair done in California then headed into Arizona. But he soon realized something was still wrong with the 1100. As he neared Sedona, the bike was running poorly. Still, he continued toward Prescott and hoped to make it to the Honda dealer listed in the Gold Book before they closed. Before long, however, the Shadow had absolutely no spark left and Nate was stranded beside the road.

Not wanting to impose on someone he didn’t know, Nate took out the Gold Book but called a wrecker and had the bike loaded up. It arrived at the front door of Hales Motors in Prescott about 30 minutes after everyone had gone home on a Tuesday evening.

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Stranded and Alone—But Not for Long

By that time, it was starting to get dark and Nate was truly stranded. That’s when he took out the Gold Book again and called my home phone. Susan answered and told him to stay put; I would be there as soon as I could.

I was there in 10 minutes.

We locked the bike and left it right by the front door of the Honda shop. Then I took Nate to our cabin for a home cooked meal. The three of us visited around the table for some time as Nate told us about his incredible journey. While talking about Japanese motorcycles, Nate happened to mention he was learning to speak Japanese and really wanted to go to Japan someday to teach English.

Finally, we let Nate get some well-deserved sleep in a real bed. The next morning, I took him to the Honda shop to deal with his bike.

Now as you know, electrical problems are never simple. Some repairs had been made in California but additional repairs were now necessary in Arizona; therefore, Nate ended up staying as our guest for several nights.

Homeward Bound

Since the part he needed was on backorder from Honda for weeks, the shop eventually fixed the problem by removing the alternator from a used bike they had for sale. After hundreds of dollars paid to the Honda shop, Nate was finally on the road that leads to Dallas.

The next month, we received a thank-you card and gift from Nate after he got home. We also received a thank-you card from his Dad. That was in 2006.

Fast Forward

Fast forward to last fall; Susan got a call from her sister Jan in Dallas.

Jan is a well-traveled author of nine books who speaks at women’s conferences in churches all over the U.S. and Canada. She had been invited to speak at a three-day women’s conference in Okinawa, Japan, and wanted Susan to go along as a travel companion. Susan jumped at the chance.

While planning their trip—which required a 14-hour plane flight to Tokyo then a second leg of 1,000 miles to Okinawa—the sisters decided to schedule a four-day layover in Tokyo on the way home.

They wanted to unwind and just be tourists.

That’s when Susan remembered Nate and was curious whether or not he had actually moved to Japan to teach English. So that she and Jan wouldn’t just waste their time while in Tokyo—the largest city in the world—Susan wondered if Nate might give them some firsthand tourist suggestions. However, we had no idea of where Nate might be in Japan or even if he was there at all.

Well, that’s when the emails started in earnest back and forth to Japan. Nate gave Susan more suggestions of places to see than one could cover in 10 days as a tourist! And in one of the emails, Nate suggested he might be able to take a day off work and ride the train 60 miles down to Tokyo to show Susan and Jan around the city of 35 million people. He wanted to return the hospitality favor we had done for him years earlier.

A Friendly Gesture in Kind

When Susan and her sister got to Tokyo for their four-day layover, they followed Nate’s suggestions to the letter. Then, on day three, Nate and his girlfriend Hiromi met the sisters and gave them a royal personal tour.

Nate speaks fluent Japanese, and with his assistance the four of them went on nine train rides way out into the rural countryside. They saw places the two sisters would never have seen on their own for fear of getting lost. In fact, Susan’s email to me after Nate’s guided tour reads as follows: “Hi Honey—We had a totally awesome day with Nate and Hiromi.

They met us at 9 a.m. in the hotel lobby. We had coffee and then headed out for the day. We took nine different trains, climbed stairs and wound through subway terminals and went 60 miles south to Kamakura to see the Buddhist shrines. Such an unreal experience. We saw two temples, ate ramen noodles and walked many miles.

It was a grand experience to be out of the city and see the real rural life. Nate speaks Japanese fluently, and his girlfriend is charming. We rode the train back into the city and saw the shopping street lined with little shops. We took them to dinner, and we are getting pretty good with the chopsticks. Then it was another train ride to the downtown neon light district. The busiest Starbucks in the world overlooks the busiest intersection in the world. Hard to believe if you don’t see it.

Another train, some more sweet cookies and another train to our hotel. It is now 9:40, and we are very tired but so grateful for the personal tour of the country. Just enough to make us want to see more. Love you lots, Susan.”

Back to the Start

On the front cover of the Gold Book is the GWRRA motto of: “Friends for Fun, Safety & Knowledge”. The first word is “Friends” and, to us, that is what GWRRA is all about.

So what started out as a friendly gesture of assistance to the son of a Member in need years earlier led to a friendly gesture from that son years later. That’s just another example of how the GWRRA cycle of friendship builds.

And to think, it all started with a book a father asked his son to take with him on his long ride. ● (L to R) Jan, Susan, Hiromi, and Nate sit down to a meal in Japan in 2009.

Back to the Book

Susan pulled out the Gold Book and started looking for Nate’s dad’s name in the Texas listings. We didn’t even remember the exact town where he lived so she just started with the A’s. Eventually she found Nate’s dad, Jeff, under the L’s in Lewisville, Texas. (She says she’s just glad he didn’t live in Zavalla, there are so many Members in Texas!)

Afterward, I called Jeff and asked if Nate had moved to Japan. He told me that not only was Nate in Japan, he was in a town just 90 kilometers northeast of Tokyo.

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Specifically designed for GL1500 / GL1800. w w w. t o u r i n g s p e c i a l t i e s . c o m

2750 N. Main, Mansfield, Texas 76063

Still made in the USA •

(800) 256-7614

FROM BIKE TO TRIKE AND BACK TO BIKE IN JUST MINUTES!. ● Comfort ● Safety ● Convenience ● Style Compliment the appearance of your motorcycle.

Choose the wheels, fender style, or lights to customize your TRIGG the way you want it.

ALL AUXILIARY WHEELS ARE SET BACK AT LEAST 5” FROM THE CENTER AXLE.

Rated 4.5 out of 5

by Motorcycle Consumer News’ —July 2008.

14" x 13.5"

16" x 15.5"

12" x 13.5"

The Freedom Air motorcycle seat cushion is like no other motorcycle cushion on the market. Featuring contoured air cells to fit your anatomical form... large air cells for the hips, tapered cells under the thigh, void for the tailbone, V-shape centered in the front and dual valve for added stability.

Comes with fitted cover.

Tired of the wind/road noise on your intercom?

You’ll Love Mic-Mutes! Got a cell phone, talking GPS or Radar Detector interfaced to your intercom? You’ll Love Mic-Mutes!

Mic-Mutes stops the noise in the intercom!

®

618-539-7084 • www.longeride.com

● Available for GL1800, GL1500, Valk Int., Yamaha RSV

and JMCB-2003-DU. ● Rider and co-rider toggle ON-OFF BOTH microphones.

On-Line Ordering:

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Morph Solutions Inc.

Insist on the Best! Proven in Quality and Comfort.

For your Stock Seat, ask for the “Original” Built-In Driver Backrest

888-464-8564

MY GRANDPA STILL BUILDS THE BEST

INSTALLS IN GOLD WINGS (with or without heated seats), VALKYRIES and INTERSTATES. Still only $179 + $14 s/h USA. Plus Available for Over 130 Other Cycles.

Made to match your cycle’s upholstery. Becomes a part of your seat with no exposed bars to rub on your passenger’s legs or driver’s hips. Adjusts up and down, back and forth. Pad pivots to fit the angle of your back and folds forward for easy access to rear seat. Comes with rain resistant flap over removable pouch with shoulder strap.

Call Toll Free: 1-888-343-3320 12:00PM — 5:00PM E.S.T. MON-FRI, or write us at: Utopia Products, Inc., 3867 W. Market, Akron, OH 44333

Web site: w w w . u t p r . c o m June 2010

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411—Essential Info for Wing Ding 32

By Michelle Schlicher, Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau Photos courtesy of the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau

Your wait for Wing Ding 32 is almost over! If you’re heading to Des Moines for Wing Ding 32, take advantage of local coupons, a free downtown shuttle, local diners and ice cream shops, as well as miles of recreational trails.

No-Zone — Allied Insurance will sponsor the No-Zone trailer outside of the Iowa Events Center. The No-Zone trailer will help educate riders on safety, including riding near or behind a semi or trailer and the blind spot areas where crashes are most likely to occur. This area will be open to riders from June 30 to July 2.

Skywalks — Des Moines boasts the longest skywalk system per capita in the world. The Iowa Events Center, and Wing Ding 32 headquarters, is connected to restaurants, hotels and shops by the skywalks running through Downtown Des Moines.

Trails — More than 100 miles of trails meander through Greater Des Moines. New maps featuring walking, biking and running trails are available at www.SeeDesMoines.com/trails. A map of Greater Des Moines trails features Metro-wide routes, while the Downtown Des Moines map features trail routes and popular public art pieces.

Coupons — There’s no reason not to save while checking out all that the city has to offer. Coupons and special discounts are available online at www.SeeDesMoines.com/Coupons for local shops, attractions, golf courses, restaurants, and more.

D-Line and Parking — This nostalgic, old-time trolley is the easiest way to get around Downtown Des Moines. Red signs mark the trolley’s stops up and down Locust Street and Grand Avenue, and a 10-minute wait in between trolleys ensures you won’t be waiting long for your ride.

Other parking around Des Moines: The city offers more than 30,000 spaces throughout the downtown area. Price points per hour are comparatively low, and all garages are free on weekends. And don’t forget, plenty of free parking is available for Wing Ding attendees at the Iowa Events Center and at the Park and Ride on 7th and Center Streets.

Fireworks Celebrations — Fireworks displays will take place throughout the area July 1-4. Information is available at www.SeeDesMoines.com/Fireworks as well as at the GDMCVB information booth at the Iowa Events Center. Find out more about activities happening in the area by stopping by the information booth.

Local Flavors — Greater Des Moines has a few hidden gems you won’t want to miss. Try out the city’s tastiest burgers and refreshing ice cream from local shops. From ’50s-style diners to delicious barbeque, there’s something for every Wing Dinger to enjoy! Go to www.SeeDesMoines.com/Local_Flavors for info.

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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

Continued on other side…

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

F

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

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Rider’s Education

North 6. Courtyard by Marriott - Ankeny

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

Northwest

7 33 E

B

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

D

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

SOLD OUT SOLD OUT

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MOTORCYCLE GOODIES For information on advertising in this section call (623) 581-5900 AMERICAN RoadRider

DREAMERS FASHIONS

HEAD SKIN

The Ultimate Helmet Liners

Reversible (Satin or Cotton)......$14.95 Original (Cotton on Cotton)......$14.95 USA Edition (Cotton on Satin) ..$14.95 Classic (Single Layer Cotton) ......$9.95

Ext. 244 or 214 • www.motorcyclegoodies.com

See our product at WD32, Booth #’s 408-412 Specializing in: The Original

*Black Denim Vests $2800 *Denim Vests $2800 *Leather Vests $3500 & up

GL1500/1800 Trike Patches - $9.95 ea.

americanroadrider.com • 1-800-600-1358 Plus other “Goodies” used by motorcycle riders everywhere.

Made in the USA Visa & Mastercard Accepted

(386) 740-9952 1895 W. Beresford Rd. • Deland, FL 32720

STINGER TRAILERS

Visit Us to Receive • Top Notch Installation • Traxxion Suspension • CSC & Champion Trikes • Voyager Kit • Escapade Trailers • Accessories

281.488.3686 or call Toll Free 877.488.3686

16305 Hwy. 3 Webster, Texas 77598

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ThEngraver.com • Custom Engraving Name Tags, Bike Plates

• Butler Mugs • Flags and Flag Poles • Frogg Toggs See us at WD32, Booth #’s 912-913

877.306.8939•ThEngraver@aol.com UPRIGHT PASSENGER BACKREST FOR GL1800

by

Diamond’s replacement passenger backrest •Allows her to sit upright •Alleviates back pain.

P.O. BOX 489 • SEVILLE, FL

r Summe

Discount Gold Wing Accessories

B&F Specialties MADE IN USA

847-350-9333 • Fax 847-350-9366 www.bf-specialties.com

SH EEPS KIN SEAT COV ERS Blacksheeptrading.com

800-715-5262

$65 - $185

2481 Delta Ln, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Covers & Seat Throws

SALE !

32190

800.722.9995•www.diamondseats.com

www.cyclemaxohio.com 1-330-225-1169

We carry products from J&M; Küryakyn; Kendon; Big Bike Parts; Camos; Chatterbox; Add-On

www.jdtrailers.com 717-933-8070 The Big Leaders in Small Trailers!

“THE BREEZE”

CARGO TRAILER

Champion Trike Conversion Specialist

See us at Wing Ding, Booth #1504

Call for Brochure

608-846-5363 info@countrytrailers.net • www.countrytrailers.net

USB

660.525.3250

MEDiD Medical & emergency contact information installed on a software program on a USB Drive. At $25 it is one of the best investments you will ever make.

See Us at Booth #101

WWW.USBMEDiD.COM June 2010

HARTCO INTERNATIONAL

HARTCO SEATS

• Handmade • Custom Built for Height, Weight & Inseam • Better than Gel • Visco-Elastic Memory Foam

Don't be left in the dark...

The Top Lite™ is available for most motorcycle luggage, providing bright light for the interior of the TRUNK and SADDLEBAG compartments.

Automatic On/Off operation Battery Powered, no wiring Metal case, LED lights

1-800-446-7772 • 386-698-4668

www.hartcoseats.com

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MOUNTAIN TRIKES “WE TRIKE BIKES”

Three Trike Styles for Gold Wing & Harley Davidson bikes!

828-421-2564 828-456-6427

nanciwoo@aol.com www.mountaintrikes.com

Wind Noise Reduction Since 2001 - Starting at $9.95 +s/h

www.windsockwinddeflector.com 8 sizes available

L&T ENTERPRISES

586.598.3912 •

Fax

586.598.3915

REDUCES NOISE • IMPROVES CLARITY • MAINTAIN AVC SETTINGS

Meadows’ Enterprises Co. 3820 Pleasant Hill Rd. Pink Hill, NC 28572

Pull your Trailer with the Swivel-Hitch, allowing you non-restrictive movement.

Enjoy the ride! - T. Meadows

TORQ MASTER PIPES! DAYTONA

$46900 Toll Free

FLAMES $49900

866-683-1825

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CUSTOM BUILT WIRE HARNESS for GL1800 For those mountain roads & slow speeds

TOGGLE FORWARD-OFF-REVERSE. REVERSE THE COOLING FANS ON DEMAND. NO CUTTING OR SPLICING. support@khwireharness.com

252-523-7487•www.meadows-ent.com

www.khwireharness.com

LEES-URE LITE TENT TRAILERS 2 MODELS Excel - 255 lbs. • Cycle - 230 lbs.

• Storage inside • Sets up in only 6.8 Seconds AC kit, awnings, rooms & storage solutions available

Show Chrome

Küryakyn

Call for Distributor Locations

800-660-0933 • www.tent-trailer.com

Disabled Motorcycle Riders, Inc. FEATURING TRIGG TRIKES 518 36th St. West • Palmetto, FL 34221

• High Performance Electric Shifter • K-Lever 2 Dual Brakes • American made Auto Clutch

941-723-9817

Quick & Easy

40

$

+$6 S&H

Made in

USA

www.disabledmotorcyclerider.com

800-448-4841 www.piggybacker.com

HAWAII Half cover - 100% ripstop nylon - water repellent.

Custom fit. Coat pocket size for easy storage.“Tote” bag included.

Drink holders, dash mats, helmet bags/liners and other custom accessories.

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Rent a GL1800 and Tour Oahu “Come Wing-It in Paradise” GWRRA Members Receive $20.00 off All Rental Rates

808-545-3132 or 808-341-6651 www.wingtourshawaii.com Wing World

This Month’s GWRRA

This Month’s GWRRA

“Exclusive”

“Exclusive”

Member Special

Member Special

JUNE 2010 ADS Add On ....................................................30

AIM - Richard Lester ...............................41

Americade ...............................................28

American Custom Trailer.........................63

Baxley Trailer Company ..........................63

Berglund Insurance .................................57

Big Bike Parts .........................................43

IT'S OUR DANTL DUMMY ANTENNA LOAD It goes on the Am/Fm antenna to even out the load on your Gold Wing, so it will drive correctly down the road. Not having one of these will make the bike lean to the left, disrupting the overall balance of the bike and possibly tire wear , this item could be the difference in winning a bike show if your competitor has one! 30 Second installation fits GL 1500 or GL 1800.

GWRRA SPECIAL Orig. $29.99 SAVE 50% OFF + FREE Frt!

NOW ONLY $14.99

1-800-728-4363

www.genesgallery.com

Biker Garage 101 ....................................25

Bushtec ...................................................47

Centramatic .............................................45

Champion Trikes .....................................99

Chatterbox, USA .....................................29

Chrome World Inc ...................................58

Can-am (Spyder) ...............................20-21

Chrome LED Volt Meter

Coyote Honda .........................................17

Features 10 LEDs in 5 different colors to show voltage draw. Meter measures in 1/2 volt stages from an 11 to 15 volt range. Attaches with double side tape.

Deltran.......................................................6

GWRRA SPECIAL

$38.50

Contact Mike

1.800.355.9515 www.heritagehondaky.com

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.

June 2010

Cozy Winter.............................................27

Danson Trikes .........................................29 EdSets.......................................................9

Fly-n-Cycle ..............................................63

Foremost Insurance ................................32

Freymoto .................................................45

Gene’s Gallery ..................................19, 83

Hannigan Motorsports.............................33

Harrison CVB ..........................................31 Heritage Honda .................................37, 83

Honda of Tupelo......................................28 INB Radio................................................69 J & M Corp ................................................2

J & P Cycles............................................13

Kennedy Group .......................................28

Kirby’s SuperSports ................................41

Küryakyn .................................................23

LetsGoBidding.com .................................54

Markel American Insurance Company ......5 Motor Trike .........................................49-52 National Cycle ...........................................6

Niehaus Cycle Sales ...............................15

Progressive Insurance.............................11

Rider Insurance.......................................17

Road Dog Trailers ...................................26

Schroaders Honda .............................38-39

Sierra Electronics ....................................43

S-100.......................................................31

The Trike Shop......................................100

Thoroughbred Motorsports......................31

Thunder in the Valley ..............................26

Time Out Corp.........................................29

Tow-Pac, Inc............................................75

Utopia Products, Inc................................75

Wags Unique Trailers..............................27 Wing Stuff.Com ..................................34-35

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FREE CLASSIFIEDS

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

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

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

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

COMMERCIAL CLASSIFIEDS T R A V E L 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.

D E A L E R S 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 1-800572-3720.

Saltsman’s Wing’s Motorcycle Sales.

Used and Reconditioned GL1500 & GL1800 Honda Gold Wings. www.saltsmanswings.com.

Phone 270-259-3454.

MEMBER “FOR SALE” M O T O R C Y C L E S 1983 Silver Wing 650cc. Gray. 68K mi. Good shape.

Garage kept. Includes 3 different seat arrangements w/ 3 bags, all orig. Jim. (517) 645-7317. MI.

1983 GL1100 Interstate. Black. 76,981 mi. Full dress, Hondaline windshield, AM/FM/CB/cassette/radio, floorboards, armrest and driver backrest.

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Complete service, tires replaced less than 400 miles ago, brake overhaul. $2,250. Garey. gareyow@aol.com or (731) 635-7166. Pics avail.

North of Memphis.

1986 Gold Wing Interstate. 56,942 touring miles.

Nicely dressed w/ trailer hitch. One owner. Jackets and helmets included, plus other items. New stator.

Garage kept. $3,195. David. (828) 692-1345. NC. 1989 GL1500. Beige w/ pinstriping. 60,460 miles.

Never down. Good tires. Lots of extras. AM/FM/CB/ intercom; Diamond seat. Always garaged; excellent cond. $6,000. Lee. (641) 435-4637 or sugrshak@q.com. IA. 1993 Honda Gold Wing SE. Pearl White. 88K mi.

Lots of extras. Great cond.; garage kept. $8,200. philatco@windstream.net (photos on request) or (770) 561-3376. GA. 1995 Honda Gold Wing SE. Pearl White. 61K mi.

Lots of extras. Great cond.; garage kept. $9,200. philatco@windstream.net (photos on request) or (770) 561-3376. GA. 1995 Gold Wing SE. Magenta two-tone. Low mileage. Many extras. Tulsa windshield w/ vent, Markland driver backrest, Markland heel/toe shifter, extra driving lights, to mention a few. Pics available to serious buyer. $10,500. (931) 3635649 or pwstaff@energize.net. TN. 1998 Gold Wing Aspencade. Black. 68K mi. Garage kept. Includes Escapade trailer (black). Too many extras to list (can email list), including custom pipes, CB radio, air deflectors, oversized alternator, etc. $11,000 obo. (919) 875-8706 or jhoyle449@nc.rr.com.

1998 GL1500SE. Black. 50K mi. Exc. cond.; meticulously maintained with all maintenance records available. $2,500 in accessories. $9,000 obo. Dennis. (920) 277-9644 or dennis.sandri@yahoo.com. Northern IL. 1998 Gold Wing SE. White. 109K mi. Good cond.

Extended windshield, heated grips, passenger and driver cupholders, Gerbings heated hookups for clothing, Travelcade seat, trailer hitch. New high-performance alternator, new battery. Good tires. Orig. manual. Helmets and all J&M-related equipment included. $9,000 obo. Mark. (602) 214-1986.

1998 GL1500SE. Black. Exc. cond. 60k. Garage kept. CB radio, 6-CD and cassette player. New windshield, battery, front and rear brakes. Alternator.

Newer tires. Kuryakyn luggage rack. Side reflectors, air cushion seat. Hwy pegs, backrest and armrest.

Ring of Fire. Chrome accessories. Many extras. $7,900. (386) 801-0331.

1999 GL1500SE Anniv. Ed. Pearl Green. Low miles.

CD player, CompuFire alternator and many extras. $12,000 obo. Brian. (815) 923-2972 or springerparents2@aol.com. IL. 1999 Honda Gold Wing SE. Wineberry. 52K mi.

Comes w/ matching Country Breeze trailer (only sold together). Also included: New matching HJC flipfront helmet w/ built-in sunglasses, Gerbings heated jacket and gloves with thermostat control built into the bike, Battery Tender charger, heel/toe shifter, maintenance manual, and more. Always garaged.

Asking $10,000 for all. Mike. MikeyJ@usa.com (pics avail.) or (352) 553-2324. FL. 2000 GL1500 Aspencade. Red. 39K mi. One owner.

Good tires, new alternator and battery, new spark plugs. Great cond. Weekend bike. $7,500, may deliver. Gary. (952) 935-6612. MN. 2000 GL1500SE Anniv. Ed. 34K mi. Royal Blue w/ Lt. Blue pinstriping. CompuFire alternator and battery, spare alternator, ’97 1500 good radio w/ CB, tape deck, CD player in trunk. Bike has it all, including matching trailer and two seats. Almost new Elite 3 tires. Exc. cond. $12,500 obo. Ed. (901) 4658535. Near Memphis, TN. 2000 GL1500SE, 25th Anniv. Ed. Green. 45K km.

Two wired helmets, two Gerbings heated jackets and gloves. Backrest, trunk rack, trailer hitch. Kuryakyn Wing World

front pegs, CompuFire w/ sealed battery. Light kit in trunk and saddlebags. Comes with additional new front and rear tires. Always garaged; cover included.

Can buy w/ or w/o 2001 White Tiny Mite cargo trailer. John. $14,000 (Canadian Funds) obo. Email for pics. abroks19@gmail.com. (780) 696-3519.

Alberta, Canada.

2001 Honda Shadow VLX 600. Only 900 mi. Dark Red. Leather saddlebags, back seat and sissy bar. Like new. $3,400 obo. David. (574) 259-5379 or (574) 360-8693. IN.

com, dust cover, and more. Garage kept. $12,500.

Jack. (740) 323-3834.

2005 H-D Heritage Softail Classic. Glacier Pearl White. 10K mi. Always garaged and covered. Never down. Over $3,900 in chrome and accessories. Clear title. Pics. and spec sheet avail. $14,500. Clyde.

(318) 563-8688 or (318) 359-5312 (cell) or cjlaborde@hotmail.com.

2002 GL1800. Pearl Orange. 74K mi. Garage kept.

Bike is loaded, including spoiler, luggage rack, F4 vented windshield, fog lights, many extras and chrome accents. Maintenance up to date.

Asking $10,000. (803) 736-0678 or jb.wing@yahoo.com.

2006 Honda VTX1300S. 4K mi. Bright Blue Metallic.

Outstanding cond.; garaged. More than 2K in extras, including Mustang seat w/ backrest, Leatherlyke hard bags, 2-up Switchblade windshield, Honda light bar w/ visors, freeway bar, Honda chrome solo rider rear carrier, and m/c cover. All service up to date. $7,500. Jim. (540) 226-4618 or jmartindooley@gmail.com. (Pics available.) VA.

2002 GL1800. Titanium with specialty paint of eagle and flag scenes. 45,729 mi. Over $6,000 in accessories and chrome. Beautiful show bike. Serviced and maintained by reputable local shop in Tylertown, MS. First $13,500 takes it. Pete. (985) 732-9078; leave message and phone number if no answer.

(985) 750-0298 (cell). LA.

2006 GL1800 GL18PM6 (premium audio). Gold.

20,500 miles (mostly hwy). Exc. cond. One owner; garage kept. Clear title. Over $3K in accessories, chrome, custom seat, etc. See pics at http://rebok.smugmug.com/Motorcycles. Asking $16,400. Travis. (703) 858-9340 or trebok@comcast.net. PA.

2003 Gold Wing. Silver. Some chrome, driver backrest, trunk rack, garaged, well maintained. Must sell because I bought a trike. $10,500. (225) 9335794. LA. 2003 Honda Shadow (Sabre) 1100. Burgundy.

2,686 mi. Many upgrades, excellent cond. $6,900.

(336) 685-2126. NC.

T R I K E S 1998 Gold Wing SE w/ Champaign conv. Custom pinstriping. 77K mi. Exc. cond. Garage kept. Corner lights, luggage rack, taller windshield, road pegs, armrests and backrests. $7,700 obo. Alan. (314) 2658598 or ajbbaud@sbcglobal.net.

2003 GL1800. Illusion Blue w/ subtle pinstriping.

27K mi. Comes w/ 2003 Escapade trailer w/ 12K mi. Beautiful show bike. Customized blue LED lighting w/ red accents, custom fork lights, chrome wheels, two spoilers, Tulsa windshield w/ large eagle etching, CB. Loaded w/ chrome, including valve covers w/ emblem, timing cover, lower cowl, and more.

Diamond seat, backrest, hwy pegs, and more. Comes w/ 2 Arai, 2 Shoei and 2 Vega helmets, rain gear, luggage set, and more. Bushtec cooler and rack attaches to receiver hitch. $18,500. (610) 3693688 or barbcdunn@comcast.net for more details and pics. PA.

2000 GL1500 Anniv. Ed. w/ Motor Trike Coupe & 1993 Bushtec turbo trailer. Navajo Blue. 63,465 mi.

Trike and trailer have many added features, including Boogie lights, chrome, CD player, and much more! $22,000. bharris002@comcast.net or (303) 8281068 for pics and full list of extras.

2004 GL1800. Magenta. 8,200 mi. Exc. cond. w/ many extras, including two helmets w/ J&M inter-

2007 Gold Wing w/ California Side Car conv. Metal Flake Black. 4,600 mi. Navigation system, CB, heat-

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2001 GL1800 w/ CSC conv. Yellow. 16K mi. Ground effects, E-Z steer, driver backrest, transformer boards, highway boards, tall windshield, trunk rack, heel/toe shifter, wood-grain dash, and lots of chrome. $23,000. Charles. (337) 794-1890 or chasbw12@yahoo.com. LA.

ed seats and grips. Lots of chrome. $35,500. Bob. (502) 468-9355 or (502) 969-8471. KY.

T R A I L E R S A N D S I D E C A R S 1997 Shur-Kamp compact car & cycle camper w/ Add-a-Room. Exc. cond. Weight: 300 lbs. $3,500.

Ron. (810) 434-8373.

2006 aluminum cargo trailer. 40” long by 22 wide by 20 high. $1,000. Email garthwoodward@hotmail.com. Vancouver, BC, Canada area.

P A R T S A N D A C C E S S O R I E S GL1800 2004 Magenta colored trike take-off parts.

Bags include Kuryakyn LED lights. Sell all for $250.

Bill. armstrong590808@bellsouth.net or (606) 528-9513 or (606) 524-2469.

Items Reduced: 2008 Honda GL1800 Dark Red new take-off from trike conv. Saddlebags w/o lights, crash bars, number plate spacer, $200; 2008 new steering head for 1800, $50; 2004 used, low miles steering head for 1800, $25. Plus shipping. Bob. (603) 4483707 or bobandmadalyns@myfairpoint.net.

New in box: Two Nolan N42 N-COM helmets, black, sizes M & XL. Cost $187.63 each and electronics and cables for Gold Wings cost $557.70, for a total of $932.96. Will sell for $600! Plus, free Fed-Ex. Mark.

(805) 389-9915 or hollandrealty@yahoo.com.

MEMBER “WANTED” Side battery cover for 1988 Gold Wing 1500, Martini Beige. Randy @ sherrira@q.com.

Dark Smoke-colored Baker Built Air Wing for right side of 1985 GL1200 Aspencade (to replace stolen one).

Would consider purchasing pair of Dark Smoke or Light Smoke Air Wings. All hardware required. Lon. (419) 683-4762.

Lady Wing rider looking for other single rider to do some day or weekend riding or weekend getaways to Southeast Ohio for riding twisties and to camp. I live in Northeastern Ohio and would like to meet someone relatively close in the area to pair up with. silverwing.1@att.net ● 85

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.

GW PIN

PATCH A Division of GWRRA

THE FINEST QUALITY PINS & PATCHES WITH GREAT SAVINGS!

phone: (800) 544-5253] 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) 851-7276.

DISTRICT EVENTS

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) 8439460 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. For more info or to register, contact Mike Devine at (902) 662-4082 or mdevine@trueastlink.ca.

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

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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; marinainn.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-nee-tah 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 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 at the Ogemaw County Fair Grounds in West Branch, MI. For more information, contact Interim DD Larry Terryn at (586) 786-6807 or Audrey Holmes at (734) 281-2698 or visit www.gwrra-mi.org.

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) 429-2920 or visit www.gwrra-ca.org.

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 FlechnerHaring 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) 586-6156 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.gwrraca1e.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.

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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.

AUGUST 13-15, 2010. MI-Q’S “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) 5305376 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.

We list only GWRRA-sponsored “pin tours” in this section that appears periodically. Tours generally are self-guided observation runs conducted by GWRRA Chapters or Districts; most cost a small amount and yield a tour pin upon completion. Most tours require some proof of having visited destinations, such as receipts or photographs. Rules may differ, so contact the sponsors for rules and details.

To submit Tours information, e-mail editor@gwrra.org or mail to “Events & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-H’S “7 Pass Photo Tour.”

Take a photo of your bike or you and your bike (and Co-Rider too, if riding 2-up) at the summit of seven passes in Washington State that are over 4,000 feet high. There are 10 passes that qualify for you to receive the pin. For more info, contact Jeff Kelton at (360) 319-5249.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WY-B’s “BORDER2BORDER RIDE”. Visit 5 of Wyoming’s 6 border states and send us pictures of the “Welcome to ____ sign” (NE, CO, MT, ID, UT, SD) and you and your bike. Send $7.50 ($12 if you are adding a Co-Rider) to receive a beautiful pin!

We’ll add your pictures to our website! Please check out our website, www.CheyenneGoldWing.com for more details or contact GWRRA WY-B, Kenn Harvey, 1400 Hugur Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82001 at (307) 630-6285 or kennharvey@hotmail.com.

OPEN ENDING DATE. VA-A’s “CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELD QUIZ TOUR.” Visit battlefields in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. Details at www.gwrravaa.org/battlefield_quiz_tour.htm, email civilwarquiz@gwrravaa.org or mail SASE to Jim Hendershot, 7321 Dunston Street, Springfield, VA 221513105. (703) 354-3880.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-V’s “WATERFALL TOUR.” Submit three photos of waterfalls, preferably with your bike and/or yourself.

Different pin for each year. Flyer at http://geocities.com/wa_chapter_v. Write Clarine Dunn, 615 SW 126, Seattle, WA 98146.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-E’s “LIGHTHOUSE PHOTO TOUR.” Photos of three different lighthouses with bike in foreground if possible. One beautiful pin, $10. Check or MO to Bob Thurgood, 614 216th St. SW, Bothell, WA 98021-8104. (425) 485-4416. E-mail: rvt4@hotmail.com. Please see pins and forms at the website www. gwrra-wae.org.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-V's "APPLE TOUR." Visit five different cities in any state that spell “apple.” Take a picture of your bike and the town hall or post office and send it in to get the second part of the pin and a chance at a $50 prize. Lee Damoiseaux, 17 65th Ave E., Tacoma, WA 98424. (253) 380-8815. E-mail: lee_damiseaux@ comast.net. Web site: http://www.geocities.com/wa_chapter_v.

OPEN ENDING DATE. PA-S's “HORSESHOE CURVE PHOTO TOUR.” Spell the word “horseshoe” using the first letter of any city, county or post office sign and your bike. Send photos and $7, single or $12, two-up to GWRRA Chapter PA-S, Ralph Wilcox, 1854 Erin Dr., Altoona, PA 16602-7612.

OPEN ENDING DATE. ME-F's “RIDE IN PINS.” Contact Mile Sereyko, (207) 732-4537 or Roger Stinson, (207) 794-2064.

OPEN ENDING DATE. BIG SKY REGION I Celebration of Lewis & Clark's 200th Anniversary of the "Corps of Discovery." Take five photos of your bike in front of a "Lewis & Clark Trail" road sign or Lewis & Clark Trial interpretative sign anywhere along the route. For more information, send a SASE to Steve Henicksman, 258 Stone Run Lane, Idaho Falls, ID 83404. (208) 523-9813 E-mail: ssheni@cable one.net. Web site: www.bigskyregioni.org.

June 2010

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 proceeds will go to High Desert Homeless Services). ●

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.

PHOTO TOURS & OTHER TOURS

PHOTO TOURS

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) 476-2321 or Jim McPhail at (574) 259-2393 or (574) 276-6340. All Chapters and bikes are welcome!

OPEN ENDING DATE. MO-T’s “GET YOUR KICKS ON ROUTE 66” Tour. Three Route 66 signs. Contact H.F. Evans, 2540 Markwardt Street, Joplin, MO 64801. (417) 781-7163.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-G2’s “POTATO” TOUR. Towns, villages, etc., beginning with each letter. For an information pack, send SASE to Jim Ludwick, 475 S. Isabella Road, Mt. Pleasant, MI. 48858 or ludwi1bj@localnet.com.

OPEN ENDING DATE. OR-G’s “ANIMAL LOVERS” PHOTO TOUR. Town signs bearing the names of animals. Contact Gloria Norby, 1145 Jays Dr., Salem, OR 97303. (503) 393-5755.

OPEN ENDING DATE. LOUISIANA’S “USA GRAND TOUR.” Any five consecutive states’ welcome sign. Brent & Roxie Comeaux at (337) 993-8440 or como102696@aol.com. Web site: www.ladist.org.

OPEN ENDING DATE. VA-B's “WINGS BY THE SEA” PHOTO TOUR. City signs that spell WBTS. Contact Ed Sigmund, 1432 Culpepper Avenue, Chesapeake, VA 23323. E-mail: Edsig1432@aol.com.

OPEN ENDING DATE. LOUISIANA’S “WORLD’S LONGEST BRIDGE” Tour. Toll receipt from the bridge master at Pontchartrain Bridge. Contact Brent & Roxie Comeaux at (337) 993-8440 or como102696@aol.com. Web site: www.ladist.org.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WI-J’s “ROAD KILL” TOUR. Photo of your bike next to road kill. Pin awarded. Contact Keary Getter, 113 Chestnut Lane, Whitelaw, WI 54247. (920) 732-3982 or getkj@lakefield.net.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-E's “KALEIDOSCOPE TOUR” Five photos of towns that have a color in the name. Contact Gayle Jisa, 900 Woodgrove, Ortonville MI 48462-8806. (248) 627-6320.

OPEN ENDING DATE. IL-G'S “SAUK VALLEY WINGERS TOUR.” The first letter of towns that spell out “Wingers.” Contact Mary Adams, 30609 Woodside Dr., Rock Falls, IL 61071. (815) 625-6763.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-G's “WORLD TOUR.” Five photos of city signs named after a foreign country or city. Contact John E. Smith, 2851 Hidden View Dr., SE, Caledonia, MI 49316. (616) 5546138. Email zephyr70@comcast.net.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-O’s “FIVE CORNER RUN.” Photos of five corners of the state. Contact John Scrivner, 2642 NE Old Belfair Highway, Belfair, WA 98528. (360) 275-8606.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-P’s “REST AREA” TOUR. Five photos of rest areas, one picture of outhouse counts as two photographs.

Contact Perry & Rose Ann Lock, 23070 Republic, Oak Park, MI 48237. (248) 398-2657.

OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-O's “FIND A FORT” TOUR. Forts or city/towns with the word “fort” in them. Contact Twyla Miller, 5312 East Collins Road, Port Orchard, WA 98366-8329. (360) 8717025. Email: fort@gwrra-wao.org. Web site: http://www.gwrrawao.org.

OPEN ENDING DATE. UT-H's “GOLDEN SPIKE EMPIRE” TOUR. Six restaurants whose first letters spell out Empire. Contact Ralph & Dorene Valentine at 828 South 1425 West, Clearfield, UT 84015.

(801) 773-6828.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MO-X’s “XCEPTIONAL” TOUR. Signs with an “X”. Contact Gary & Ginny Gillming, 11046 West State Highway 90, Noel, MO 64854. (417) 475-3598. E-mail: ginnyg@netins.net.

OPEN ENDING DATE. GA-A's "GOLD BOOK TOUR". Georgia Chapter A will publish your picture with the Gold Book at national and international parks or monuments on its web site at http://gwrra-gaa.com. Send photo as an attachment to an email (include your GWRRA Chapter, names of people in the photo, location, and date photo was taken) to poitour@earthlink.net.

OTHERS TOURS THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2010. “The World in Illinois” a Motorist Awareness (MAD) open tour for all in 2009. Illinois has over 300 cities that share their name with others around the world. Visit these cities and get your Passport stamped. With your completed Passport and $5 you will receive “The World in Illinois” lapel pin.

Rules, Passports and list of cities can be found at www.gwrra-ildistrict.org or contact Toney Buzick at tcbuzick68@gallatinriver.net or (309) 382-2588.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-U’s “LAKE CITY” TOUR. Visit cities with “Lake” as part of their name. Contact Dick & Pat Thelan.

(989) 593-2151.

OPEN ENDING DATE. PA-H's “COAL MINE TOUR.” Get your patch then visit four places related to coal or just four coal items.

Contact Saundra Yoder, 1030 Hetlerville Road, Nescopeck, PA 18635 or http://mysite.verizon.net/vze/vze76tsr OPEN ENDING DATE. PA-X's “FOUR CORNER” TOUR. Contact Rick Rodgers. (570) 587-2531. Email: card@epix.net.

OPEN ENDING DATE. IL-E’s “CAST IRON FANNY” RUN. Ride 1,000 miles in 24 hours. Contact Terry or Nancy Kalaher, 612 Calcari, Gillespie, IL 62033.

OPEN ENDING DATE. ME-F’s “FOUR CORNERS” TOUR. Points N, S, E, W. T. Contact Jeff Gifford, RR #3, Box 494, Lincoln, ME 00457.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-G2’s “FRENCH FRY TOUR.” Cities, towns or villages to spell “French Fry.” For forms and information, send SASE to: Jim Ludwick at 475 S. Isabella Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 or ludwi1bj@localnet.com.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MD-D’s “MARYLAND IS FOR CRABS” HISTORIC” TOUR. In-state historical locations. For information, send SASE to: Allan Phillips, 11621 Zennia Ave., Cumberland, MD 21502.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-G2's BAKE-EM TOUR. Towns, villages, etc. to spell “bake-em.” ContactJim Ludwick, 475 South Isabella Road, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 or ludwi1bj@localnet.com.

OPEN ENDING DATE. MI-I’s “CREEK CLASSIC” TOUR. Signs naming the creek. Contact Harold Stafford II at 15603 Mercury Drive, Climax, MI 49034.

OPEN ENDING DATE. VA-A's “CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELD QUIZ” TOUR. Return completed questionnaire. Contact Ric Cross, 1438 Kingstream Dr. Herndon, VA 20170. (703) 471-0208. ●

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Membership in all 50 States. Represented in 52 Countries.

COUNTRIES ANDORRA ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA BAHAMAS BERMUDA BELGIUM

BRAZIL BRUNEI CANADA CHINA COLOMBIA COSTA RICA CZECH REPUBLIC

DENMARK ENGLAND FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GUAM HONG KONG

ICELAND INDONESIA IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY JAPAN KOREA

L I S T I N G Denotes senior officer

REPRESENTED: KUWAIT LUXEMBOURG MALAYSIA MEXICO NEW ZEALAND NORWAY PAKISTAN

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

SLOVAKIA SPAIN ST VINCENT SWEDEN SWITZERLAND TAIWAN THE NETHERLANDS

TURKEY WALES WEST INDIES

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

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DIRECTORS:

ROBERT SHRADER ........................SOUTHEAST (A) ...................................9333 ROLLING CIRCLE . .................SAN ANTONIO ................FL .........................33576 ..............352-668-3164 LORRAINE KNIGHT.......................NORTHEAST (B)....................................71 HARRIS ST ................................PAWTUCKET......................RI .........................02861 ..............401-723-5959 RONALD MILLER ...........................GREAT LAKES (D)..................................847 S. CLINTON ............................STOCKBRIDGE ..................MI ........................49285 ..............517-851-7276 CLAYTON ALCORN ......................AMERICA’S HEARTLAND (E) ..................5020 LOCUST LN. ..........................SEDALIA............................MO ......................65301 ..............660-827-3063 ANITA ALKIRE ...............................SOUTHWEST (F) ...................................4331 SUMMIT DR...........................LA MESA...........................CA .......................91941 ..............619-741-8893 HARRY DOLLARHIDE .....................SOUTH CENTRAL (H) ............................19719 SE 59TH ST ........................NEWELLA .........................OK .......................74857 ..............405-391-7661 STEVE HENICKSMAN ...................BIG SKY (I) ...........................................258 STONE RUN LANE ..................IDAHO FALLS.....................ID .........................83404 ..............208-523-9813 FRANK ALBERT .............................APPALACHIAN (N)................................310 NEWMAN DRIVE. ...................KODAK.............................TN........................37764 ..............865-932-2994 PETER RUSSELL .............................UNITED KINGDOM REGION (UK) ..........34 WEST PARK...............................LONDON .........................ENG....................SE9 4RH ............02088570525

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

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L O C A T I O N S HARRISON, C* RUSSELL, G WESENBERG, T SWINDLE, M TRAVIS, M HALL, S MCINNIS, M

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ALASKA NORWOOD, S HEATHERLY, K DE HAVEN, P* PETITO, J BIBLE, D

907-696-3551 907-338-7078 907-488-8777 907-376-2550 907-262-7300

ARIZONA WOO, G JERNIGAN, D CALLAWAY, J PRENTICE, T MCCLINTOCK, C BAUDOIN, R WELCH, C GALES, T BOTTKA-SMITH, E RANTA, K SHIELDS, R SPENARD, E

520-400-9897 520-663-0377 928-855-8981 602-438-9660 330-554-6868 928-303-4415 520-548-0223 928-774-7361 520-390-5059 623-853-0394 480-391-7018 928-541-9031

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

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

501-882-9172 501-847-7512 479-409-9566 501-834-2482 870-935-7480 501-767-5134 870-793-4180 479-968-5179 501-519-1115 870-488-5466 479-638-7303 870-623-4578 479-462-1077

CALIFORNIA JOHNSON, W BOWERS, G JARED, S MCSHANE, T TRASCHLER, K CARROLL, E NEWMAN, G GALLI, N HERRERA, K TEGEL, L FOLEY, L LAWRENCE, R LORENZ, T JOLITZ, J BAKER, J SASAKI, P STARKEY, L RHOTEN, S RILEY, D ODELL, N BURKE, M JARUMAY, A PENNONI, J NEITRO, B CLYBORNE, R BROOKS, R

707-429-2920 661-729-6754 760-989-7138 562-920-6564 909-559-0191 858-695-8445 909-949-9832 818-398-0763 805-543-5456 951-443-2891 760-476-9450 562-430-8244 714-968-4393 805-216-6661 760-949-2186 805-735-4641 951-757-6540 559-542-0103 925-685-2111 707-643-4279 209-536-1318 510-659-8239 831-444-0856 408-934-0408 559-635-0325 916-391-8951

COLORADO RANDOLPH, S MANNING, C HARRIS, S BROWN, L MCCORKLE, R HALLAM, R HARDER, T HOWLAND, G ANDREWS, D ROSE, M HOPPNER, N

720-963-9434 303-932-9517 970-243-3325 719-372-6498 303-650-1473 970-493-5536 719-481-9044 303-337-2740 303-910-7301 719-485-3536 970-964-4379

CONNECTICUT MCQUEENEY, S FRIEND, S OLSON, M COGSWELL, C

860-688-0416 203-264-4180 860-923-9966 203-925-1824

DELAWARE BROWN, M CHAPPELL, T INGRAM JR, K

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

FLORIDA

June 2010

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 SMITH, R

863-860-4484 813-567-1430 850-539-5084 813-684-1200 850-456-1340 727-819-1113 850-279-6658 321-631-2422 352-377-6385 407-732-4086 386-427-5169 407-221-7144 904-721-0457 904-829-8062 727-525-8020 850-871-2571

FL-1L2 FL-1M FL-1O FL-1Q FL-1R FL-1S FL-1T FL-1V FL-1W FL-1X FL-1Y FL-2A FL-2B2 FL-2C2 FL-2D FL-2E FL-2F FL-2G FL-2H FL-2L FL-2N FL-2O FL-2R FL-2W FL-2Z

WESLEY CHAPEL CLEARWATER DEFUNIAK SPRINGS MILTON DUNNELLON ZEPHYRHILLS INVERNESS JACKSONVILLE BCH APOPKA ORANGE PARK GAINESVILLE WEST PALM BCH SARASOTA NAPLES MELBOURNE MIAMI PUNTA GORDA N FORT MYERS WAUCHULA LAKELAND COCOA STUART FORT LAUDERDALE WINTER HAVEN WEST PALM BCH

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DACULA MCDONOUGH DUBLIN MARIETTA DOUGLASVILLE HINESVILLE GAINESVILLE DALTON THOMASTON SAVANNAH AUGUSTA COLUMBUS ROSWELL ALBANY STATESBORO MADISON CARROLLTON HIAWASSEE KINGSLAND ROME MOULTRIE TIFTON FAYETTEVILLE WARNER ROBINS JASPER WINDER ATHENS SNELLVILLE WOODSTOCK MACON NEWNAN

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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

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 LOZANO, C FAGAN, S HOHMAN, C O’FLYNN, D THAYER, W SEWARD, J KOZLOWSKI, P PARSONS, M FORD, J BRIDGES, R CATES, L MILLER, A SEIBOLD, P VERNER, J GAY, C DAVIS, P ROBINSON, T JONES, M LOY, G NEWBY, D MCCALL JR, G* TILLMAN, T HEADLEY, M RICIGLIANO, F MACKEY, J THRASHER, K VAUGHN, R NOY, A* MOON, S ZIMMER, J* ROBERTS, R

770-932-4007 770-957-4322 478-275-4972 770-693-1760 770-537-6476 912-832-4382 770-530-0161 706-226-1542 706-647-7505 912-823-2743 706-860-9238 706-610-8669 770-205-0150 229-883-5598 912-852-9035 706-557-1844 770-258-5864 706-896-9506 912-729-4250 706-295-1714 229-985-2412 229-769-3197 770-960-8746 478-953-3886 770-345-6374 706-310-1041 706-354-0890 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

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EVANSVILLE HOBART LEBANON NEW ALBANY MARION

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

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CARNES, P MILLER, J STEWART, D MCLAIN, J GORDON, W SUTHERLAND, J GROOM JR, R WILSON JR, J MACGREGOR, F MARCENGILL, C NICHOLS, D

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803-283-9615 864-229-4640 864-488-0930 843-623-6298 803-939-4862 803-266-5189 803-536-1605 864-445-3063 864-469-0349 864-972-3494 803-499-4466

SOUTH DAKOTA BROZEK, L DECOSSE, E

402-582-4726 605-582-3575

TENNESSEE ZAHN, K COMBS, L NELSON, A PECK, T PENDLETON, R BISE, S BOWDEN, D BAKER, G WHITTINGTON, A HODGE, B JORDAN, D SENSING, W SMITH, A ASHCRAFT, R BUNCH, C HIXSON, B HUNTER, T KIMMET, R POOLE, J DORRIS, M BALES, W JANES, R MCGILL, D KEOUGH, G THOMAS JR, M ARCHER, B

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D/D VT-A

RUTLAND RUTLAND

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UTAH QUICK, B ROSENBLUM, J OTT, T DOOLEY, R PRITCHARD, B DEAN, C

801-652-9629 435-256-6156 435-613-9790 253-459-5037 435-723-2830 801-553-8546

VERMONT EVANS, N CONGDON, G

802-773-9197 802-483-2285

VA-U VA-V VA-W VA-X VA-Y

HANOVER BEDFORD CHESTER SALEM LEESBURG

TAYLOR SR, F HARMON III, J LAND, E AYERS, T RODGERS, B

WASHINGTON D/D WA-A WA-B WA-C WA-D WA-E WA-H WA-I WA-L WA-M WA-N WA-O WA-P WA-Q WA-R WA-V WA-X WA-Y WA-Z

BOTHELL SEATTLE BREMERTON EVERETT ABERDEEN BELLEVUE BELLINGHAM OLYMPIA KENNEWICK YAKIMA SPOKANE PORT ORCHARD LONGVIEW PUYALLUP WALLA WALLA AUBURN VANCOUVER ENUMCLAW CENTRALIA

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POCA HEDGESVILLE CLARKSBURG HUNTINGTON WHEELING KEYSER SUMMERSVILLE CHARLESTON MORGANTOWN PARKERSBURG ELKINS

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June 2010

HASIAK, P O’CONNOR, M DOBBINS JR, A SMITH, J HOOPER, C COMBS, G TINCHER, G BAKER, D MACDONALD, L MORGAN, W WHITWORTH, W TENGOWSKI, M CLARK, R DICKSON III, J TRAVER, C PENDLETON, S WARREN, W

SPENCER, B GRUBBS, S DUTTON, J WELLS, H GRANAHAN, E SMITH, J RENSKERS, C DESKIN, D PIPER, A HAFSOS, R DUFNER, L SMITH, K PORTER, C KALLES, D MAPLETHORPE JR, J ALEXANDER, G HALL, D MCKENZIE, R VALENTINE, J

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CASPER GILLETTE CHEYENNE ROCK SPRINGS CASPER SHERIDAN CODY

425-489-9786 425-572-0617 360-692-3466 425-788-1734 360-249-3463 360-794-0805 360-332-4765 360-923-9750 509-546-0846 509-697-4415 509-924-3698 360-876-6737 360-636-0519 253-845-7177 509-382-3187 253-770-3866 360-254-2343 253-862-0220 360-273-0992

WEST VIRGINIA MOWRER, J RAMSEY-JONES, R CORK, W FRAME III, J SHAFER, T FRUM, M BUCKNER, J CRUM, S KNISELL, H BUSH, D GREGOIRE, W

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

WISCONSIN HULTINE, M 920-261-7101 PUCKETT, K 815-389-2115 HEMPE, J 920-753-2185 RICE, D 608-254-8209 TESCHKE, R 920-485-3221 YOUNG, T 262-633-8415 BALLMANN, T 920-452-4779 BLACK, G 608-873-5018 FRIES, R 608-732-7299 WOLF, T 920-467-8187 SWEENEY JR, J 715-424-2897 HALLETT, I 920-432-6627 ANDERSON, D 262-574-0490 KORISH SR, T 608-781-6133 FLECHNER - HARING, M 715-453-8718 TEPE, W 715-845-2420 WALK, D 715-632-2269 VAN BEEK, R 920-759-2112 JOHNSTED, A 715-833-3992

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HALIFAX NEW MINAS TRURO

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NADING, M MAURER, D HILL, D VANDERSLOOT, R FOSTER, C ABEL, S HARDY, D

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WHITEHORSE WHITEHORSE

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WOOLSEY, R BAKER, J BROOKS, T JOHNSON, V DE BRUYN, M BERES, R

VANCOUVER VANCOUVER CHILLIWACK SURREY KAMLOOPS KELOWNA PRINCE GEORGE VICTORIA

MB-A

WINNIPEG

WAIT, J FRAMPTON, P MEYER, G ARTHURS, H ELLIOTT, K WESTFALL, S GOETZ, T BEECROFT, R

ZILKOWSKY, B

SIROIS, J GAUDET, S HOEKMAN, J* MITCHELL, E

PARADISE SAINT JOHN’S CLARENVILLE

NEWMAN, W WALL, L OSMOND, C

LONDONDERRY

TUCKER, A

AVOINE, D LAFLAMME, M DIONNE, R LALONDE, A D’ARCY, M

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BILETSKI, G HARYETT, D LIEN, R

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SCHWERTNER, F WHITTAKER, L

867-667-6505 867-633-5122

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DONOGHUE, P

01474-361-748

GERMANY

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SAULHEIM

PETRI, J

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KEFLAVIK KEFLAVIK

GILBERT, H EIRIKSSON, O

354-893-3793 354-899-8007

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JAKARTA

HAINIM, J

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SANDEROVICH, D

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PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

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SPENCE, D MARTIN, R ATKINSON, B

ONTARIO

WYOMING

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FRIESTAD, T OFSTAD, T SAMDAL, M

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SANCHEZ, A

0-507-232-6640

902-662-2276

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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 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

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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 Thomas, Orin....................WINCHESTER, VA

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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 Wilkins, Donald ................MERCED, CA

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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

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Bruce Babcock GWRRA #226424 Blairsville, GA

Ronald Green GWRRA #095769 Jonesborough, TN

Canada 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

Ethel Tataleba GWRRA #074300-01 Berlin, PA

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Ash Colored 99% Cotton

GWRRA Charms 4082001 Charm with Laser-cut GWRRA text (top)...$5.00

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

4082000 GWRRA Logo Charm (bottom)...$5.00

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"

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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

3081006 - Small ......$25.00

3081001 - Medium ...$25.00

3081007 - Medium ..$25.00

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

3081008 - Large......$25.00

3081003 - XL............$25.00

3081009 - XL...........$25.00

Was $20.00

3081004 - 2XL..........$25.00

3081010 - 2XL.........$25.00

NOW each $7.00

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

3081011 - 3XL.........$25.00

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

Buy both EZ Air Gauge and Extension Hose and save!

4011002 $29.95

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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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LADIES COMBO

NEW!

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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readers’ rides ▲

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

1988 Gold Wing/Escapade Trailer

My name is Max Russell (GWRRA #170136, of Paducah, Kentucky), and I’ve been a Member since 2002. This photo of my Wing and trailer was taken across the street from Mitchell’s Corn Palace in Mitchell, South Dakota. The paint is a 1997 Chrysler automotive Metallic Green (which is a shade or two different than the 1996 Honda yet has much more metallic). All the vinyl on this bike and trailer were custom made from Light Chocolate Marine Vinyl with machine stitching and over 3-1/2 inches of memory foam cushioning for making a long ride comfortable for my wife Kay and I. Most of my riding friends now own 1800 Wings, yet I like my 1500 so well that I am curious just how many miles I can get from it.

This is an awesome machine!

▲ 2004 GL1800

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This picture of our (Kenney and Melissa Hale, GWRRA #319304, of Riceville, Tennessee) bike was taken during our ride in late February to the Cherohala Skyway here in Southeast Tennessee.

We were at about 4,000 feet, and the snow was beautiful. The temperatures were in the 60’s F when we were in Tellico but were near 40 where this picture was taken. Fortunately the roads were mostly clear. We are very blessed to live in the area, and one of our favorite rides is to Tellico and the Cherohala.

1987 GL1200 Aspencade and 2006 GL1800

This photo of me (Lynn Wood, GWRRA #308460, of Murray, New York) was taken by Dan Strong (GWRRA #307622, of Kent, New York), owner of the black/grey GL1200 (with only 44,000 miles on the clock) on a trip through western New York early last November. At age 70, this is my second Wing (my prior one was a 1984 GL1200 Aspencade), and my travels have included New York to California jaunts. Both Dan and I are firstyear Members of Chapter NY-W and have enjoyed several Chapter events, group rides, and meeting new friends. In the background is a section of a hilltop wind farm along Rt. 20A, west of Varysburg.

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▲ 2006 GL1800

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This picture is of my (Johnnie Mohr, GWRRA #174712, of Taylor Ridge, Illinois) 2006 Gold Wing taken at Mary’s Lake in Estes Park, Colorado. This is my eighth Gold Wing, and I have pictures of seven of them taken in the same spot. I’m proud of this fact since I live 900 miles from Estes Park. I started 2010 with 79,000 miles on the odometer and hope to have 100,000 by the end of the year. I’m 75 years old and still on two wheels. Between 1992 and 1998, I rode my Wings in 49 states and almost all of Canada. Since then, I’ve taken many friends and my foster grandsons to see the sights that I have enjoyed so much on my Wings.

1999 GL1500SE

My name is Dean Rider (GWRRA #310947, of Friendswood, Texas), and I’ve been a Member since mid-2009. This is my ’99 GL1500SE Anniversary Edition that I bought last April. It had 59,000 miles when I got her and now has 66,000. I’ve loved every minute of riding it and taken several trips to the Texas hill country and East Texas. This June, I’m planning to go on a group trip to Arkansas. It took me several years to try a Wing and, when I finally did, I had to ask myself, “Why did you wait so long?!”

▲ 1990 Wing/Hannigan My name is Niles Wilson (GWRRA #276046, of Orange, New Jersey), and I am the Deputy Police Director for the Newark Police Department and the proud Pastor of the Greater Cornerstone Baptist Church in East Orange.

One of my favorite pastimes is riding my award-winning 1990 Honda Gold Wing trike.

The conversion was done in 2007 by John Lutz of Essex County Trikes in Maplewood, New Jersey. I fell in love with trikes when I was 10 and rode on the back of a VW trike in a parade with a family friend. On July 26, 2009, our church sponsored our first Motorcycle Run against hunger, during which we raised money for our S.O.M.E. (So Others May Eat) Ministry.

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The Season of Riding

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ow that it’s summer, it’s a great time to ride, Time to leave all your worries and cares behind.

The scenery and smells awaken your senses along the way, You appreciate your Co-Riders and what they have to say.

Though fall is around the corner, when leaves will begin to fall, Children will be in school; some playing ball.

Then winter will arrive, it will seem much too fast, And you’ll decorate your bike for parades—what a blast!

And the next year of riding will be very near, You’ll look forward to a safe and beautiful riding year.

But first springtime will approach, with its blossoms and blooms, And you’ll know that warmer weather around the corner looms.

And it’ll be time to clean and polish and shine, But that part of this year, we’ve already left behind.

Cause right now it’s summer…and the other seasons can wait.

It’s time to jump on your Wing and go out and play!

And decorate with trees and ribbons and bells, Hear the anticipation of children as they jump, scream, and yell.

Even in the Winter Season Some Ride…My wife and I (Bill and Kathy Martin, GWRRA #153692, of Batavia, Ohio) are the former Chapter Directors of E-2’s East Side Road Riders of Cincinnati, Ohio. We are also Region D’s 2008 Chapter of the Year, of which we are very proud, and are now the Public Relations Coordinators. We’ve always promoted riding to the New Year’s Day event, and this year we rode to the restaurant where our Chapter organizes an annual multi-Chapter gathering. The temperature was 18 degrees F when we headed out! We wanted to recognize the E-2 Polar Bears for braving the cold. What a great way to start out 2010—on two wheels!

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