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Features “40 to Phoenix” Ride’s 4th Annual Home Office Visit a Success! ..............78
Bright Ideas: LEDs, Cleaners and Some Chrome ......54
Bucket List Roads: The Blue Ridge Parkway ....................26
One Million Miles and Counting ..............................48 Product Report: F4 Customs’ F+4 Windshield ..............62
What’s New in Women’s Riding Gear ................................58 Wing Ding 35 Preliminary Schedule ........................86
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On the Cover This bike could be all yours!
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That's right, as part of GWRRA's "Ticket to Ride" contest, the beautiful black 2012 GL1800 Gold Wing you see on the cover is waiting here at the Home Office in Phoenix for you to take it home. For a list of the official rules on winning it, including how to earn tickets, visit: gwrra.org/goldwing_giveaway_ official_rules.html Photo by Monica Stanley Photography
“Where’s Wingy” Contest Rules (SEE PAGE 87) for details.)
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Update on an Older Ride ........46
Acts of Kindness ................18
SENIOR TECHNICAL EDITOR Stu Oltman
Advertisers Listing ............109
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Association Leader Listing ..110
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Bill McLlrath Randy Powell
Outdoor Adventures in Greenville, S.C. ..........................88
Leadership Training —Leadership Defined ........................84
Hall of Honor’s Full Listing ........108
A Word from Your Director ....9 Classifieds........................102 Did You Know? ....................96 Events/Photo Tours............104
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Checklist to Reduce Your Risk ............52
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Special Readers’ Responses: Words of Gratitude ..........................34
Trike Tracks Section ................67
GWRRA Application ............96 Hall of Fame ....................107 In Memoriam ....................107
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In the Zone ........................10 International News & Views ..........20 Just Jokin’ ........................101 Motorcycle Goodies ............97 News Briefs........................12
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Wing World
A Word From
your GWRRA Director
The GWRRA Glass is More than Just Half-Full! For those of us who write articles for our Chapter/ District/Region newsletters, there comes a time each month when we ask ourselves, “What should I write about next?” Well, the same applies to me as I contemplate my next article for Wing World. Like many of you, I think about my experiences in our organization, emails and phone conversations. Usually there’s something that strikes us and, all of a sudden, an idea is born! My inspiration for this article came from one of the very nice emails I received from a Member who participates with Missouri’s Chapter O. Karen Kaufmann wrote: “I shared your recent email with the Chapter team and to a Member. We couldn’t understand why the organization had turned so negative. Why not come to Missouri to our Chapter and see how to have a good time?” Karen’s email to me was a great “wake-up call”, and I’m very grateful she took the time to write! Now, we’re all familiar with the saying, “Is the glass half-full or half-empty?” Well, my question is: Have I been sending out the message that the glass is half-empty? Did I subconsciously communicate a perception of negativity when I know that our organization has positive-minded Members and volunteers? If that was the perceived message, then I owe everyone an apology. Because I know for a fact that there are many Chapters that are enjoying the friendships, experiences, knowledge and fun that we have all the time in our organization. In fact, the positive message is constantly reinforced through the newsletters I read and the Chapter/District /Region events I am fortunate to attend. For example, back in February, Linda and I attended a very unusual “Crazy Supper” at Virginia’s Chapter F. It was their fund-raiser for a summer camp that hosts terminally ill children. It was a wonderful, gratifying event attended by many supporters from Northern Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland. As to the details of their “Crazy Supper”, you’ll hopefully find out soon as we encouraged them to submit an article for publication in Wing World. We really enjoyed the CRAZY FUN! June 2013
It was also a pleasure to read Chapter Director Duane Ewell’s message in the March issue of Indiana U’s newsletter. Duane wrote: “Winter Rendezvous 2013 is in the history books, and those of us that attended had a great time. Did I mention participate, participate, participate? Chapter U did a lot of participating, and it all converted into a fantastic weekend with all of our friends from around the great Indiana District. We attended seminars, dressed our flamingos, made table decorations, door decorations, and rode in the tricycle obstacle course. Your Chapter competed in the Chapter of the Year, and we were runner-up to Chapter A2 in Lebanon. We had just a few points less than the winners, and some people around the District are starting to ‘take notice’ of Chapter U. Our rating increased from Bronze last year, to Silver this year.” Thank you, Duane, for this very positive message on fun in Indiana Chapter U! In fact, the vast majority of comments that I hear from our membership are filled with positive feedback, encouraging news and great suggestions. Like the one from a former New York Chapter Director, Eric Phelps, who contacted me with a suggestion as to how we might be able to attract new Members for our Chapters by focusing greater attention on the used Gold Wing motorcycle market. Eric pointed out that there are a lot of used Gold Wings in the marketplace and, with some innovative efforts, we may be able to reach out to the buyers through the sellers, extending invitations to join GWRRA. There is also the possibility that the seller, who may be purchasing another bike after his/hers is sold, may also be interested in GWRRA. So our International Director of Membership Enhancement is formulating a pilot program. To the many Chapters like Missouri O, Virginia F, and Indiana U; to the many Members who care deeply about our organization and continue to maintain a positive outlook, thank you for reminding all of us that the glass is often overflowing! Ride safe; be well. And, as always, remember that fun shall be the last word—so HAVE FUN! Jere Goodman Director of GWRRA ● 9
In the ZONE Sharon Stanley • Editor • editor@gwrra.org
The Impression You Make I hope you don’t mind that I’m going to piggyback off a line from The Beatles’s song “The End” when I say this, but I recently just experienced it: “The ‘impression’ you take is equal to the ‘impression’ you make.” This past weekend, I got to see one of my godsons who I haven’t seen in several years. He’s grown up into quite a handsome and kind young man, which I always knew would happen. But what I hadn’t necessarily known would happen—and something for which I can only hope an impression I made upon him years ago helped play a small part—is how conscientious he is about wearing ATGATT. Let me explain… He and his mother were in town from their home state for a visit and, as I’d done once many years ago, I stopped by on a motorcycle to visit with them. Every other time, I’d taken a car when visiting them, namely because my friend would have either one of her sons, or both, with her and we’d travel together somewhere. And, when alone, my friend doesn’t really care to ride on a motorcycle, even as a passenger. Anyway, it was kind of funny this most-recent time when I arrived via motorcycle. I had somehow misplaced my warm-weather riding gloves and—in a quick-ditch effort—had grabbed some cold-weather gloves instead. My godson, now 26 years old and an avid motorcyclist himself, just smiled when he saw me pull off the hefty gloves. I explained my dilemma to him and noted that I never like to ride without gloves of some sort. As I then pulled off a warm-weather jacket (thankfully, I’d at least found one of those), I asked him if he needed a jacket; this one might perhaps fit him and he could keep it. (After all, it was a bit big on me; the one that fits me best just happened to be at a friend’s house.) He thanked me for the offer but noted that he already has a full set of gear—from jacket to gloves to helmet to boots, etc., has had it for a long time, and wears it all whenever he rides.
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I was so relieved to hear this that I broke out in a huge grin and said, “That’s great to know.” And it certainly was…especially since he’d recently been in a crash in which an oncoming driver had unexpectedly turned left right in front of him. (In fact, he showed me some of the road rash he still has many months later.) Anyway, while discussing all of this, his mother brought up something I’d long forgotten—that trip I’d made years ago to see them on my motorcycle. And all of a sudden I began to wonder if, perhaps, what I’d done well over a decade ago had inspired my godson (even if just a tad) to become an ATGATT motorcyclist. At the time, I’d been riding a Harley. And though back then I most often rode without proper gear, including sometimes (yikes!) even without a helmet, I’d made a conscious effort that day to put on all my gear before meeting up with my friend and her boys. It was important to me that, no matter what kind of image I projected to the rest of the world, these boys—who’d never before seen me on a motorcycle—would witness me wearing the proper gear. (As I look back on it now, it’s strange that I knew wearing ATGATT was a good thing for them but still didn’t understand it was a good thing for me, too.) But I digress… Now, I may simply be making too much about my influence on my godson. After all, I’m positive my friend reinforced to her son to always wear proper riding gear and I know his father, who is also a rider, absolutely did so. But in that split second recently—when he told me, without hesitation, that he already has all his gear and always wears it—I was never so glad that I’d had such a moment of clarity all those years ago (back in my “crazy” motorcycling days). Because I may have made an impression on him about safe motorcycling; and sometimes the impression you make really matters. ●
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News
BRIEFS
NEW CHAPTER CHARTERED! GWRRA welcomes the following new Chapter to our family!—Chapter NS-CB of Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, led by Steve MacVicar; 62 Charter Members.
“WHERE’S WINGY” CONTEST WINNER FOR APRIL ISSUE Congratulations go to Bill and Debbie Rhoades of Fort Gibson, Oklahoma for finding “Wingy” (seen here) on page 80 of the April 2013 issue. Wingy was located in the lower, right-hand corner of the page, sitting on the armrest of a Wing in the Wing Ding 35 ad. Bill and Debbie won $50; and you could, too! Just search for Wingy—he’ll be located (most often, but not always) within the editorial text or photos—and send in your entry. (For complete rules and eligibility requirements, see page 87 of this issue.)
REMINDER: GWRRA’S “QUESTION OF THE MONTH” Questions are posted on the homepage of GWRRA’s website. To participate, please visit gwrra.org each month to take part in these surveys.
required—and will require— more of my time. This, coupled with aging parents, makes it necessary for me to step aside as Deputy Director East for the good of GWRRA. You folks deserve someone who can give this more time than I have to offer. This was not an easy decision for me to make; however, it is what is in the best interest of the Association. I have known most of you long before I took this position and have enjoyed working with you all. I’m not moving to Singapore and will still be around and would welcome the opportunity to help any of you any way I can in the future. And, of course, I will see you all in Greenville if our paths do not cross before then. I will finish up any issues we are currently working on, but any new business should be sent directly to Jere. (As a reminder, the end of the month is approaching and it is time to send in your monthly report.) Enjoy the ride, and have fun!”
WING DING’S PANCAKE FUND-RAISER BENEFICIARY
This month’s question is: If GWRRA were to put on a FUN event in the Spring of 2014, where would you like to see it?
❑ Las Vegas, NV ❑ Branson, MO ❑ Orlando, FL ❑ Phoenix/Scottsdale, AZ ❑ Nashville, TN WING WORLD CORRECTION —In the February 2013 issue (on page 32, “Thoughts on Helmets, Headsets, Audio—and More”), instead of the new Nolan N-104 helmet (seen here), we mistakenly used a photo of a Nolan N-102 (a discontinued model that doesn’t show the Gold Wing communications system). Our apologies.
GWRRA DEPUTY DIRECTOR EAST STEPS DOWN Says Director of GWRRA, Jere Goodman: “Mike Mitchell, Deputy Director East, is stepping down. Please join me in thanking Mike and Angie for all that they have done. Mike will continue to be part of the Event Management Group at Wing Ding and, knowing them both, they will always be available to assist when needed.” Says Mike: “Hi folks. As some of you may know, I have been in the process of taking over the company I have worked for since I was in diapers. This has been in the works for quite some time but has recently been given a shove into overdrive. This move necessitates a restructuring and, in turn, has 12
Says Lara Kaufmann, Public Relations Director for the Greenville [South Carolina] Downtown Airport: “This rendering is of the new aviation-themed playground and park at the Greenville Downtown Airport that will be the beneficiary of the pancake fund-raiser breakfast during the Grand Parade staging. This public park opened last fall and was conceived to fill a need since over 10,000 school children a year used to visit our area’s local commercial airport, Greenville-Spartanburg International, before 9/11 but can no longer do so due to security changes. The fund-raiser will help to add aviationthemed playground equipment and a picnic pavilion. You can follow the park’s progress at greenvilledowntownairport.com/ParkProject.html and facebook.com/pages /Greenville-Downtown-Airport-ParkProject/14317802571 5431?ref=hl Thanks for helping us complete the park!” ● Wing World
Product
PREVIEWS
Product Previews shares information provided to us by the vendors of the products and services contained herein; responsibility for readers’ satisfaction with all specifications and claims rests with the vendors.
Aspen Campers Announces its 2013 Classic and Sentry Campers Aspen Campers of Wood Dale, Illinois, says: “We announce the country’s smallest, lightweight campers that house a queen or king-sized bed with the largest independent cargo bay of any ‘lightweight’ on the market. Easy set-up, comfortable and with many convenient features, this little beauty weighs in at just over 300 lbs. and with only 24 lbs. of tongue weight! Set-up time is only one minute, and it houses a large independent cargo space under the mattress. The tent and folding bed boards do not occupy any of the cargo space. Aspen is designed for the big bike, trike and small car (compact) markets. Cargo may be stored and accessed in two ways: 1) while on-the-road, the top of the camper can be ‘lifted’, exposing the entire cargo bay; or, 2) after camp set-up, simply by lifting the concealed cargo door under the mattress. Aspen is the only line of lightweight campers that includes a ‘basement level’ in the cargo bay. In other words, additional space is designed within the fiberglass body between the camper’s main frame and the highway! These beauties sport 12” wheels on a 41” wheelbase with brakes offered as an option. It offers superb handling at highway speeds; plus, handling at campsite and ‘set-up’ is extremely easy.” For more information and to order, call (800) 398-9090 or visit TrailmasterInc.com.
Whitehorse Press’ Motorcycle Journeys through New England, 4th Edition Says Whitehorse Press: “New England has everything a motorcyclist could want: twisty, historic roads; wild and scenic vistas; and interesting, quirky, accessible destinations worthy of stretching your legs. Vermont native and moto-insider Ken Aiken thoroughly covers Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island in 28 routes that catalog the very best they have to offer, from shoreline to summit. The pace of touring on two wheels is especially well-suited to appreciating and pondering the forces—both natural and man-made—that continue to shape New England. Many of the most popular riding roads evolved from native and pre-colonial trade routes, which may have begun as game trails. Routes rise, fall, and sweep with contours that follow a rugged terrain initially traversed during a slower time. Few books before this one have offered up as many regional gems to touring riders. In addition, Aiken has tapped into his lifelong interests in history, architecture, geology, and industry to offer up fascinating tidbits of local detail, adding color and context to the extrasensory movie that will be playing on your visor. This all-new edition of Motorcycle Journeys through New England features full-color maps with turn-by-turn directions for each suggested route, along with updated information for motorcycle-friendly services, memorable lodging and dining and points of interest that will take you off the beaten path.” MSRP is $27.95. (5-1/2 x 8-1/2 inches / 352 pages / approx. 300 color maps and photos; ISBN: 978-1-88431327-1). For more information and to order, call (800) 531-1133 or visit WhitehorseBooks.com.
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Leader Motorcycle’s Waterproof Phone Mount Gets Bigger Says Leader Motorcycle: “The eCaddy™ Ultra motorcycle phone mount is the most versatile way to mount a phone (or iPod) on a motorcycle—and protect it from rain and water. The eCaddy Ultra works with a huge variety of phones and is easy to install. The mount includes the Ultra-Swivel, which allows the riders to rotate and tilt the phone (and case) at their desired angle. As phones have increased in size to accommodate additional needs like GPS, so the Ultra Buddy waterproof case has also grown. It now measures 3-7/8” x 6-1/4” and has a clear vinyl front that is waterproof but also allows use of the touchscreen. Simply slide your phone (or iPod) in and close the velcro flap (wires can be run out the edge if desired). It can be mounted vertically or horizontally, thanks to our patented base design. Plus, all eCaddy Ultra parts are Made in the USA. For more information and to order, call (800) 828-0844 or visit leadermotorcycle.com.
Product
NEWS
Invision’s Visor Inserts Says the company: “InVision® is the new product offering from Richard Marlin, inventor of the original Fog City line of anti-fog inserts. InVision offers a complete line of premium vision-enhancing visor inserts and patented UTOs (Under Tear Offs) in clear, dark smoke, photochromic (changes light to dark in sunlight) and polarized options, as well as anti-glare devices in both Universal and Arai designs. In 1991, Richard Marlin created the world’s first anti-fog insert—the Fog City Fog Shield. Later, he developed the ProShield™, Hyper Shield™ and Hyper Optiks® product lines, which sold extremely well in over 30 countries worldwide. In 2005, Richard faced a family crisis that resulted in his company Modern World Ventures closing its doors and was eventually forced to abandon the Fog City mark, which he developed over 20 years. Richard established Maric Performance, LLC to develop a new brand and a new product range. Now, Richard is back with a much-improved product offering and pricing structure, assuring that dealers and consumers alike will fall in love with his products once again. Says Richard, ‘We made a concerted effort to not only develop the highest performance and quality products available in the market, but to provide them to the motorsport consumer for at least 20% to 30% less cost than previously available. We’ve absolutely achieved this goal! Our competitors will not be able to match the performance, quality and price of this exciting new product line.’” For more information and to order, visit invisionvisorinserts.com. June 2013
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Acts of
Kindness
The Kind of Members We Have!
(L to R): Eliane Nieuwinckel, Kent Marscheck, Renee Pierson, Bill Babbs, our hero, Richard Hennigh, and Jim and Dianna Menzel.
Our Quartzsite Rescue! Sunday, October 28, 2012, started out as a beautiful day for riding, and there were nine of us returning to Las Vegas, Nevada from the Arizona District Convention in Yuma, Arizona. Daniel and Eliane Nieuwinckel (GWRRA #95538) led the way on their trike, followed by Dianna and I on our trike, and Bill and Debbie Starr (GWRRA #24204), Bill Babbs and Renee Pierson (GWRRA #41367) and Kent Marscheck (GWRRA #169327) on their two-wheelers. And yes, it was a great day…that is, until Daniel’s trike developed a strange vibration when we were about 50 miles out of Quartzsite, Arizona. Now if you’ve ever driven Highway 95 between Yuma and Quartzsite, you know that there’s nothing but miles and miles…of miles and miles! Daniel’s trike slowed us down to about 45 mph as we slowly made our way to Quartzsite. There, at a small convenience store/gas station, we tried to determine our next step. Daniel thought it was probably an issue with his drive shaft and wanted to look at the drive line. But with the limited tools we had with us, lifting the trike and looking underneath did not seem like a viable option. Plus, the local U-Haul dealer was closed on Sundays and the local RV Dealer wouldn’t let us use his lift. Bill and Debbie had obligations back in Las Vegas, so we told them to go ahead and the rest of us stayed with Daniel and Eliane. As we contemplated our next move, a gentleman stopped at the gas station on his Gold Wing trike. His name was Richard Hennigh, and he proved to be our rescuer. Richard said he had noticed we were in GWRRA and asked if he could help. We told him we needed a jack to be able to inspect the drive line. Richard said he had some tools and a jack at his place, about eight miles out of town, and we were welcome to use them if we followed him. 18
Well, his comment on “some tools” and “a jack”, proved to be an understatement. At Richard’s house, we found a garage that would put most cycle repair shops to shame. Not only did he have the floor jacks we needed, he had any tool we asked for, all provided for our use, with a smile. As Richard kept our wives occupied with lively conversation, we other guys went to work. After getting the trike up on two jacks, we were able to crawl under and inspect the driveline. Daniel was able to determine that the bolts holding the drive shaft were loose. Richard was able to provide us with the tools we needed, and the repairs were made quickly. I have to admit, I was remiss in getting Richard’s GWRRA number, but one thing I will always remember is Richard’s desire to help us any way he could. He lifted our spirits and turned what could have been a disastrous end to our weekend into one we will always look back on with fond memories of one GWRRA Member helping another. Richard, thanks again—from all of us! Jim and Dianna Menzel GWRRA #162735 Las Vegas, Nevada ●
Daniel, Bill and Jim in Richard’s garage.
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International News & Views “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. ***To learn about how the Couple of the Year Program will expand this year at Wing Ding to include an Overseas Couple of the Year, visit “Did You Know?” on page 96 of this issue.*** AT GLACIER NATIONAL PARK IN BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
CHRISTMAS PARTY 2012 OF DISTRICT GERMANY Our Christmas event on December 8, 2012 marked the official end of a fun-filled year of events, rallies, tours, a charity ride, a BBQ, our first Safety Day, a successful participation in a world-record attempt (with motorbikes, trikes and quads of all makes and models) and, finally, an exhibition for the first time at the leading international motorcycle trade fair, Intermot. The location for our year-end event was the same as last year (the village of Königswinter in the area of the Seven Mountains), but two things were different. First: After a growth in membership of 21 percent (net) in 2011 and 31 percent (net) in 2012, many more Members took the chance to attend this event. Second: As a result of the growth, we needed a much bigger room. Luckily, the hotel could offer us one where we all fit in well. (Many thanks to Hans-Joachim Henckert, who took care of the location and the registration.) 20
Says Ernie Hughes (GWRRA #213806, of Canton, Texas): “This is a photo of my 2010 Level 3 Metallic Red Gold Wing, taken on a trip from East Texas to Canada last year. The trip was two weeks and 5,952 miles of trouble-free riding.
I’ve been riding since I was 12; the only time I didn’t ride was when I was in Viet-Nam. I am now 67 and have owned a number of motorcycles over the years; this is my third Gold Wing. I’ve taken a long trip every year since 2004, when I bought my first Wing, and have visited every national park and state west of the Mississippi River. My next trip will be to the West Coast to ride Highway 1 again!”
Shortly after everybody had arrived and had ordered something to drink, District Director Jürgen Petri welcomed all the participants. He then gave a quick overview about the evening’s program, followed by an abstract of the development of the District and its Chapter since its beginning. The presentation included what he had presented about the activities in Germany to the participants at the Overseas Delegate Reception at Wing Ding in 2012. Afterward, a souvenir photo (seen here) was taken before dinner and, between the different courses of the dinner, GE-B (Colonia) Chapter Director Klaus Raaf and WebMaster Harald Weiss gave a short intro into the Chapter’s new web-shop, which was officially opened that evening. Klaus also demonstrated that the new GWRRA "Find-A-Friend" Program had already borne fruit as he was able to present the first $55 (USD) voucher for having recruited five new Members (households). The food was great and there was so much to talk about that the time just
flew by; however, we did carry out the 50/25-15-10 drawing. (Many thanks to Anne-Marie Henckert for her support in its preparation and to Michaele Suehnhold, who took responsibility as lottery queen.) Later that evening, Carroll Randall held an auction for a very nice Gold Wing trophy, labeled “GWRRA District Germany”, that his wife, Lucia, and he had donated. The cash prizes and auction proceeds were donated either to the District or to the Chapter cash box. (Thank you very much again on behalf of all of the Members.) Like every year, the time passed by too quickly and, later that evening, there was a lot of hugging and kissing goodbye. The next morning, those who had spent the night met for a wonderful joint breakfast before it was finally time to head back home. (Submitted by Jürgen Petri, District Director of Germany, gwrra.eu) ● Wing World
Golden
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All About Washington State! Everett Powersports Everett, Washington It was early August 2012 when my wife, Linda, and I— as well as our traveling companions, Leo and Shirley Demers—were coming back into The States after a threeweek trip to Alaska. We had just crossed the border into Washington when Linda and I heard a serious grinding noise come from our trusted ride, a 2008 GL1800. Leo and I narrowed the problem down to a bad final drive and began looking for the location of our friendly Honda dealer. However, the closest Honda dealership was closed for the day. So we found a motel and immediately started working our Gold Book. As luck would have it, early in the evening we were able to get in touch with the Chapter Director in Bellingham, Washington, Randy Reid (WA-H) and Cliff Kamm, the Chapter’s mechanical guru. After listening to my tale of woe, Cliff volunteered to come to our motel in the morning. And, true to his word, Cliff got to our room at 9 a.m. and, by 10, I was in touch with Everett Powersports in Everett, Washington. Our situation became much brighter when Dan Wheeler, Service Manager at Everett Powersports, promised us we’d be “on the road today.” Dan informed us that someone was on the way to tow our bike to his shop; our “lift” turned out to be Ed Leibold, brother of Mike Leibold, owners of the Honda Dealership in Everett. Sixty miles later (yes, 60—one way!), Ed and I arrived at the dealership at approximately 2:30 p.m., where Mike helped us offload the ailing Wing. Mike rode it into the service area where his more than competent techs changed out the final drive. They had the entire job completed by four o’clock! Then, after a 30-minute test ride, safety check and quick wash, I was good to go (and all work/parts were cov-
ered under the extended warranty I’d purchased when I bought the Wing). Mike Leibold’s generous offer to stay at his home if the damages were more serious was greatly appreciated; however, thanks to the great work by him and his staff, that wasn't necessary. The Wing and I were back to our motel by about 6 p.m. and, an hour later, Randy, Cliff, their wives, Deb and Pam, and our Olson/Demers Alaska group were celebrating at a nearby steakhouse. The lesson to be learned here is: Take along and use your Gold Book! In my experience, success meant finding the closest Chapter Director. He/She knows the Members, their talents and capabilities and the local shops and resources. Keep this in mind: There are Honda dealers, and then there are real Honda dealers! The local Chapter Director knows where the real Honda dealers can be found—the ones that can actually fix a Wing. To Randy and Cliff, our gratitude for the assistance you gave us is immeasurable! And to Mike, Ed, Dan and the staff at Everett Powersports, our never-ending gratitude. This dealership is the best! It’s a platinum dealership! Mike Olson GWRRA #151794 Thompson, CT
Mac’s Cycle Clarkston, Washington It was in the middle of our Chapter AB-A annual fiveday, 3,000-km Victoria Day Holiday roundtrip run (from Calgary, Alberta into Idaho and Montana) that, during our usual pre-breakfast T-CLOCK check on a Saturday morning in Lewiston, Idaho, I discovered a failing valve stem on the front tire of my GL1800. Nursing the bike to the nearest Honda dealer, Mac’s Cycle in adjacent Clarkston, Washington, we arrived just before opening. Because of the friendly and full cooperation of the Service Manager, Steve Wessels, Jr., the Service Advisor, Shaun, and the Service Technician, Ivan, we were back on the road within 45 minutes and in pursuit of the other 16 bikes and 21 riders and co-riders in our group. To Steve and his team at Mac’s Cycle, thanks again for the outstanding effort that turned what could have been a major disruption into only a minor delay! Art Armstrong GWRRA #155276 Calgary, AB, Canada ●
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BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY IN VIRGINIA AND NORTH CAROLINA By Kevin Whipps
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Remembering the Blue Ridge
View from the Blue Ridge Parkway
There’s this stretch of road in the eastern part of the United States that every person should have the chance to drive/ride at least one time in his or her life—because it will impact them greatly. That’s exactly what happened to me when I was just a boy. My folks had loaded me and my sister into our 1983 Chevrolet Suburban for a trip from our hometown of Framingham, Massachusetts all the way down to Disney World in Florida. The ride down was filled with lots of “Are we there yet?” and random stops. But on the way back, my father decided to detour us through an area that they’d both wanted to see since the family had moved to America from Canada in the late 1970s: the Blue Ridge Parkway. All conversation in the car stopped during those miles driven through the woods. I stopped picking on my sister; she pulled her nose out of whatever book she happened to be reading at the time. We just soaked it all in and loved every minute of it. It’s an experience I want my own children to have someday. And it’s a road you, too, may want to ride…say, perhaps on your way to or from Wing Ding 35 this year? With that in mind, I’ve gone through and searched for some of the best roads, restaurants, museums and pit stops centered around the Blue Ridge Parkway and put them right here in one convenient place.
The Loops There are a few riding trips in the area that start and finish in the same place, and they’re perfect little trips while you’re nearby. Let’s start with the Diamond Back Loop, located right near Little Switzerland, North Carolina. You’ll start right off the Blue Ridge Parkway and go left at the stop sign to get onto NC-226A, but this will actually take you first to NC-226. You’ll ride this down for a bit then pull right onto the NC226A proper. It’s a 16-mile loop that will swing you right back to Little Switzerland, so it’s a convenient detour. Plus, it’s full of some of that gorgeous North Carolina scenery that you’ll see a lot in your time there. On the other side of Asheville, North Carolina is the Copperhead Loop, which starts in Ride across the Linn Cove Viaduct Pisgah Forest, just southwest of town. You’ll start on US-276 North, then take NC-215 South and finish with US-64 East. Along the 77-mile stretch, you’ll see lots of spectacular forests while taking a mildly challenging cruise. Enjoy the ride! Since both loops flank Asheville, let’s head there for food. The Admiral, located right off of Haywood Road and Route 240, is a place that serves quality American food in a beautiful setting that’s part dive bar and part high-end restaurant. Patrons praise the Seared Sea Scallops, complete with a charred onion emulsion and more. If you prefer something with a bit of Southern flavor, try the Tupelo Honey Café off College Street near Patton Avenue. Depending on what time of day you visit, there may be a line—but it’s worth the wait. Try the Fried Green Tomatoes (sans Julia Roberts) to start, then run with the Eggs Betty: two eggs, medium poached, on a biscuit, topped with city ham and Hollandaise sauce. Wash it all down with the Signature House-Made Rosemary-Peach Lemonade, and you’re golden. But there’s also a lot of other stuff to do in Asheville besides just eating. One of the quirkier things is the Joshua P. Warren’s Asheville Mystery Museum. Some of its highlights June 2013
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include Art Bell’s alien, the story of the town’s largest mass murder killing spree, and a gallery of full-bodied apparitions. Seriously. It’s spooky, weird and a bit quirky, which is the type of local flavor you won’t find anywhere else. Or, if you’re a car buff (and who isn’t), the Estes-Winn Antique Car Museum is a must-see spot. Ever seen a 1922 American La France fire engine? 1913 Model T? 1926 Cadillac 7-passenger limo? It’s all there, as well as some other classics all the way up to 1959. Make sure to check out this one's schedule though, as the museum is closed from January through March.
The Hidden Stuff Want to ride some off-the-beaten-path roads instead? Just head toward Bluemont, Virginia, right at where Route 7 and Route 601 meet. If you head southwest on 601, you’ll find yourself going right up the mountains with nothing but beautiful views for 11 miles. Just know that it’s called “The Secret Blue Ridge Mountain Northern Stretch” ride for a reason, so keep this one hush-hush! On the other end of this trip is the alluring National Scenic Byway, the Cherohala Skyway. To get there, start in Tellico Plains, Tennessee and take Highway 165 east. You’ll make a right onto the Cherohala Skyway, then take that to National Forest Road, which takes you straight to Robinsville, North Carolina. Get ready for plenty of twisties for the entire 40-mile trip—plus nearby Deals Gap on Route 129, home of “The Dragon” (which, as most riders know, boasts 318 curves in 11 miles). Yes, it’s quite the adventure down this strip of road, but you’ll also get to see some amazing things along the way. Now, want some places to visit that only people in the know…umm…know? Then make an appointment at the Historic Sandusky Foundation in Lynchburg, Virginia for a step back in time. It’s only $5 for adults ($3 for seniors), and the experience takes you through the Battle of Lynchburg as well as the historic structures in the area. Remember, you’ll have to make an appointment, so plan ahead for this one.
Museum of the Cherokee Indian
Blue Ridge Proper Now it’s time for the “big poppa” of this whole trip, the Blue Ridge Parkway—469 miles of beauty and mountain driving like no other. Get ready for a great ride, because this is going to be fun! Start up in Staunton, Virginia at Interstate 81. Go east onto Interstate 64 and start looking for the Blue Ridge Parkway signs. They’re everywhere, so keep your eyes peeled and then start your southwestern trip. As an overall guide, there are a few things you should know about this trip. First off, there are no gas stations along the way—this is something to consider when planning out your trip. But don’t worry, there are lots of places where you can pull off the main drag beforehand and get filled up. Also, the road has several descending radius curves. For those of us who’ve never finished geometry, that means that the curve is going to tighten up on you as you ride through it (as
Wax figures in the Museum of the Cherokee Indian
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opposed to your just being able to stick your handlebars in one direction and call it good). It’s no big deal, really, just something to be aware of that adds to the overall experience. And one other thing to mention, there are bears in this part of the country so if you want to camp out for the night, don’t go leaving any “pic-a-nic baskets” around for which your friendly neighborhood bear may go sniffing about. Now if you want to break up this trip, one spot to do so is at Fancy Gap, Virginia, right off Routes 77 and 52. This is a good area to fill up both your food and your bike, and to take a good stretch. You could even stay the night here if you’re so inclined. If you’re hungry, try The Gap Deli. It’s a quaint little antique shop that also serves some quality food at reasonable prices, like its Blue Ridge Reuben for just $7.95. And then there’s their sweet tea, too, another Southern tradition no one should be without. Since we’re headed south on this hypothetical trip, you will eventually end up right near Cherokee, North Carolina—and some of the best mountain views you’ll ever see. If you want to finish your experience in style, you can do so at two places, the first being The Cottage Craftsman. This eclectic shop is in nearby Bryson City, North Carolina. Here they sell pottery, wine and other fun knick-knacks—most created by the local community. It’s a charming little spot that you really have to see. Finally, one of the big must-sees along the entire route is the Museum of the Cherokee Indian in Cherokee, North Carolina. The Cherokee Indian (and all Native Americans) has quite the history, and all of it can be found right here in this museum. Not only does it have super-realistic models and figures, but it also tells a story that’s not told nearly enough. It’s a long tour for most visitors—sometimes exceeding 2.5
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hours—but that’s okay because you won’t be bored for even a minute. It’s the ideal way to cap off a long day (or four) of riding, so give it a peek.
Into the Sunset To wrap it up, the Blue Ridge Mountains provide some of the best views in the country as well as some amazing riding. It’s leisurely at times, fast-paced and exciting at others, and that’s part of what makes it so perfect. For me, the mountains have a sentimental feel that takes me to the backseat of that ’83 Suburban where the magic of the road could take me over. Someday my kids will experience that same drive, and hopefully they’ll feel the same way. And if you’ve never ridden this roadway, you’re missing a national treasure, too. ● The Gap Deli at the Parkway
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Words of Gratitude I Must Remain a Member; Here’s Why… I have to write in about one of the best Christmases I’ve ever had... In August of last year, I went to my cardiologist for my yearly checkup, only to find out I didn’t pass the stress test. I needed a heart catheter. My cardiologist wanted to do it on August 27, but I told him I couldn’t because I was putting on a campout for our section of GWRRA—Michigan. He knew about it because I’d already invited him to come (he’s a Member of our Chapter). He said, “Okay, I’ll come home from my vacation early; we’ll do it August 21st.” I don’t have health insurance, so I went to the finance department at our local hospital and asked how much it would cost. They told me they didn’t know but, because I was unemployed at the time, I’d have to pay half the bill. I said fine. But when I got the bill, it was $20,000! I took it to them to make sure it was right, and they said it was; plus, they wanted $500 a month. I told them I couldn’t pay that much; if I had an extra $500 a month, I’d have health insurance! Since then, my wife and I have sold most of our furniture and put our house up for sale. Well, one night I got a call from the Chapter Director of MI-V2 inviting me and my wife to their annual Christmas Eve breakfast. I told him we never miss it. When we got there, there were Members from Chapters V, V2, F2 and K. One Member gave me an envelope and, when I asked what it was, he just shrugged his shoulders. I opened it, and it was full of cash. Then V2’s John McKenney asked me to help with the 50/50 drawing. I said okay and, once we gave away the prize, Chapter V2 gave me their money from the drawing. Then V2’s Andrea Sterling, who’d won the 50/50 money, came over and gave me her winnings. When I got home, I counted the money and there was over $1,000 in the envelope! I don’t know who started this fund, but I don’t deserve this. However, I do want to thank everyone who gave money; I am forever in your debt. And a special thanks to our Michigan District Directors, Kim and Sandy Bargeron (I think they started this off). Thank you everyone! You know, one thing on my “cut list” to save money was my GWRRA membership, which comes due soon. But after
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A 17-Year-Old “Thank-you” Every time I read an “Acts of Kindness” about someone being helped by the Gold Book, I always come away with a sad feeling. That’s because I never thanked some folks who really deserve it. Back in July of 1996, a group of our local, mixed bike riders was on a western trip. We spent the night near Custer National Battlefield and, as I packed my Escapade trailer the next morning, I got a blanket tangled in the locking mechanism. No amount of work could open the lid, so we traveled to Billings, Montana to the Lock Doctor. But after an hour of them being unable to open it, I remembered the Gold Book and called a Member in Billings. He said he had a trailer like mine, though newer, and he’d hook it up and be right there. He arrived shortly thereafter, trailer in tow, and the locksmith was able to examine his trailer and then open mine. Come to find out the newer trailer had a guard to prevent what’d happened and, in short order, the locksmith made and installed a similar guard on my trailer. The GWRRA gentleman gave me a business card, but I lost it and was never able to publicly recognize and thank him. However, while talking to him there that day, I believe he was employed at a Chevron refinery near Billings. I also remember he’d altered his trailer to accommodate a spare fuel tank in it. I’ve always wanted to acknowledge the Lock Doctor for going above and beyond to get us back on the road and, of course, to also thank this unknown gentleman. To this unknown benefactor, I’d like to say: Thank you so very, very much! If you or your friends read this, I’d appreciate knowing this reached you. Ron Joy GWRRA #213806 Pasadena, TX ●
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WORKBENCH Technical Questions and Answers Answers to the technical questions in this month’s “Workbench” were provided by Stu Oltman, Wing World’s Senior Technical Editor. Please submit your technical questions about Gold Wings or Valkyries by email to workbench@gwrra.org or by mail to “Workbench,” GWRRA, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. Please include your full name, city, state and GWRRA membership number.
The opinions of the Technical Editor do not necessarily reflect those of the editor(s) or publishers of Wing World Magazine, GWRRA, or their agents. WINGING WITH FUEL ADDITIVES Stu, At our last Chapter meeting, there was a lot of discussion about fueling our Wings; however, there was no clear solution to fuel additives or ethanol in the fuel stations now. There was also discussion about finding stations that offer “No Ethanol”. I know where I can get good fuel locally, but it’s difficult when I take an extended trip. Some Members said that
they put in an additive when getting fuel with ethanol, but other Members commented that Honda doesn’t recommend additives. Could please give some clarification so that I can inform my fellow Members? Jim T. Fielding GWRRA #353987 Cairo, GA Jim, When you’re on an extended trip, you’ll be cycling fuel through the bike fast enough that, even with ethanol, the fuel won’t have time to deteriorate or begin “phase separation”. It’s when leaving the bike unused for weeks at a time with ethanol in the fuel system that these problems arise. Having said that, be aware that we’re referring here to fuels containing no more than 10% ethanol. These fuels are referred to as E10. Higher concentrations of ethanol in the gasoline (eg. E15 or greater) must be avoided, because even when consumed promptly, they have a corrosive effect on metal fuel system components and will ruin rubber parts not
specifically designed to resist ethanol. Stu
ENGINE SMOKE Hi Stu, We are new Wingers, and this is our first Gold Wing trike; we have a 2010 GL1800. When we first start it at a fast idle, it smokes from the left bank (seems to be blue oil smoke). When it warms to slow idle, it stops smoking. After riding for 50 to 100 miles, everything seems normal. And when it sets for two to three days and we start it up, the smoke starts again. Can you give us some advice since our dealer does not seem to know. Thank you, Dallas Petty GWRRA #360865 Crossville, AL Dallas, The GL1800 engine may be the most durable engine on the planet. So while
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it’s possible that yours has a mechanical issue, I rather doubt it. Consider checking the oil level using the procedure in your owners manual— do not screw in the dipstick. You may find it’s been overfilled. If not, ask your dealer to get his DSM involved to investigate. A GL1800, especially one as new as yours, should not emit any blue oil smoke at any time. In fact, yours is the first instance I’ve heard of. Stu
FI LIGHT FLASHES 9 TIMES Dear Stu, Could you help me out? I have a 2003 1800 Gold Wing and just installed a new air filter. (First time as I have 24,000 miles.) I thought I did a good job but, when I started the engine, the FI light flashed nine times. I disconnected the negative cable and waited five minutes then attached and restarted the engine. The FI light still flashes nine times. Could you please advise if you have any thoughts as to the problem? Thank you very much. Sincerely, Ron Faichuk GWRRA #284015 Medicine Hat, AB, Canada Ron, My hunch is that you neglected to reattach the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor before reinstalling the top shelter. Stu
GL1800 ALTERNATOR DRIVE Stu, I have a 2008 GL1800 with 71,000 miles. It’s had regular oil changes, always with Honda oil, but there’s been an increasing alternator noise. Over the winter, I removed the alternator and had the bearings replaced, although they seemed okay. The repair service also checked the diodes, knowing that a bad one will cause problems. No change. I then ordered and replaced the water pump because the noise sounded like bad pump bearings. No change. I trailered it to my dealer, and it was diagnosed as possibly having bad alternator drive bearings or gears, to be discussed with Honda. Honda agreed to supply the parts if I paid the labor. This requires engine removal. After talking to many “gearheads” and riders, I have come to believe that this is a problem I should not June 2013
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STRONG GAS SMELL Stu, My ’08 Wing just turned 30,000 miles. After the last two gas fill-ups, I parked the bike in the garage and returned 10 minutes later to a really strong gas smell. I make a point of not filling it beyond the bottom of the neck and did not splash any out on either occasion. Any ideas? Via email, Jim Rich, GWRRA #253717
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Jim, A tiny amount of gasoline can cause a huge stink. Be certain that your gas cap is screwed on till it clicks at least three times. Inspect the fresh air hose at the emission canister under the front cowl for evidence of fuel seepage. If no joy there, I’d advise you to remove the seat, top shelter, and even the fuel tank if necessary to inspect for seepage on fuel lines and sending units between the tank and the throttle body. Stu
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right from Honda, but it was still bad. That said, it starts pretty well but runs rough. On the road, it won’t take the gas very well at all. If you’re at cruising speed, it seems to be all right but, if you ask for more throttle, it falls off. Starting off, it’s got to be pumped to get it up to speed. In lower gears, it’ll tack up pretty well…if you force it. In OD, it’s gutless and won’t tack up. We’re at a loss, and the carb guy was a disappointment, so we’re trying to solve this hopefully with your help. Thought about the timing trigger wheel…or does this bike have a vacuum advance?
Any help on your part will be so nice! Thanks, Bob Graham GWRRA #209667 Port Orange, FL Bob, The bike has both an electronic advance and a vacuum advance. Inspect the ignition timing as per the service manual. And if it meets specs, don’t attempt to alter it with an aftermarket timing advancer. That will only compound your problems. However, if you find the timing advanced from specs,
Stu, Once again, thanks in advance for all of your help. My 1990 GL1500 is still very low mileage for its age—only 36K. Today, I used reverse for the first time in a long time. The bike ran fine until I stopped, and then I couldn’t restart it as the “R” light was coming on instead of the neutral light. I made sure the handle was all the way back in place, with no results. Then, luckily, I was able to recruit a few people walking by to give me a push-start and I was able to drive home without any further problems. When I got home, I put the bike on the centerstand and found the wheel is spinning freely in neutral but I’m still unable to start it. Where do I start to diagnose this? Thanks again, Rick DiGiacomo GWRRA #177435 Port St. Lucie, FL Rick, You’re going to have to get that reverse light off and the neutral light on before normal operation will be restored. My hunch is that the reverse switch associated with the reverse lever is stuck. Remove the lever, and you’ll see the switch assembly just behind the lever mount. Spray with electronics cleaner while operating the switch button with a finger or flat tool. That should do the trick. Stu
1988 GL1500 RUNS BADLY Good afternoon Stu, I have a friend who owns a 1988 GL1500 with 77K miles on it that runs awful. The first thing that was done was a carb clean and rebuild by a guy who’s supposed to be a tech. We bought a good rebuild kit that had about everything in it, but it still ran really badly. He said it might need plugs so we got plugs and wires, June 2013
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some previous owner may have installed the Trigger Wheel. In that case, I’d advise you to remove it and reinstall an OEM part. More than likely, that old Wing has serious vacuum leak issues which affect both timing and fuel delivery, and I believe I know exactly where they are. To find the culprit, you’ll need to remove the same parts as when you removed the carburetors. Lift up the rubber blanket at the rear of the carbs, and locate the small diameter vacuum hoses that connect the two intake manifolds and then run to the ECM. Remove those hoses from their spigots on the manifold
throats, straighten out the 90-degree bends, and my hunch is you’re going to find them rotted open. Replace those hoses, then be sure to synchronize the carburetors. Stu
RAIN PROBLEM Hello Stu, I have a 2003 Gold Wing with 140,000 miles on it, and the bike rides great. But recently, in a hard rain, it stalled at low rpm or neutral. Then, after a short stop of 30 minutes and the rain letting up,
the problem stopped. I have route service at the suggested time. What would you suggest to solve this problem? Thanks in advance, Ed Schwartzbach GWRRA #204167 Toms River, NJ Ed, I’d suggest removing the lower portion of the valve covers to expose the spark plugs and their caps. Start the bike, let it idle, then spray each spark plug/cap with water. If you have a bad cap or connection or even a cracked spark plug, the problem should become immediately apparent. Stu
TIME FOR A NEW BATTERY? Hi Stu, I own a 2005 Gold Wing GL1800 which still has the original battery. I’ve never had any difficulty with the battery right up through putting it to bed for the winter last fall, but I’m wondering if I’m pressing my luck. I have the battery connected to a battery tender (light is green) all during the winter and any time the bike sets for more than a day or two during the riding season. I’d hate to take the bike out of storage this spring, ride off into the distance, stop for a coffee and come out to find the battery dead. My experience with past bikes is that the battery never gives any warning. It just is suddenly dead. Should I replace the battery when I take the bike out of hibernation this year or keep pressing my luck? Batteries are expensive, and I’d hate to get rid of a perfectly performing battery if it’s not necessary. Thanks, Via email, Roy Kennedy, GWRRA #92416 Roy, The Battery Bug by Argus Analyzers was a device that gave a definitive answer to your question, 24/7/365. Too bad Argus essentially put themselves out of business. You can get a rough idea of the condition of your GL1800’s battery by checking the voltage across the battery terminals with the key off after the bike has not been started or run for at least one hour. 12.8 volts or higher indicates a good battery that’s fully charged. Then, just to be sure, let’s load test it. We’ll do that by observing the battery voltage as we crank the engine without allowing it to start. 42
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Caution to other readers—this procedure works ONLY on the GL1800. With your voltmeter hooked to the battery terminals, turn on the ignition key, twist the throttle wide open, and hold it wide open throughout this procedure. This places the engine management system in Clear Flood Mode—it will not permit the engine to start as long as the throttle is wide open. Press the start button for 5 seconds, and observe the stabilized voltage during cranking. Then release the start button and throttle—IN THAT ORDER. If the stabilized voltage was 10.5 volts or less, replace the battery. Stu
issue existed while the bike’s warranty was in force. Stu
2012 MAKING NOISES Hello Stu, I rode my last (2002) Wing for 117,000 miles without any problems whatsoever, but my new 2012 Wing has a couple of noises I don’t like. When cold and the clutch is first applied, there’s a scraping or scouring sound which goes away after the engine warms up. Also, before warm-up, there’s
a gear noise, quite audible, that sounds like planetary gears revolving (roughly) approximately the same as wheel speed near the rear of the engine area. This, too, gets fainter but does not totally disappear as the engine warms up. I currently have about 3,000 miles on this bike, and the noises worry me since I’m planning a cross-country trip in June. What is your opinion of this? Your comments are what I look forward to each month. Eric Rogers GWRRA #301225 Charlotte, NC
REVERSE QUESTION Stu, I bought my first Gold Wing in July of 2011 and love it, but I’m having an issue with reverse. Once in awhile, when I attempt to back up, the reverse drive doesn’t engage fully and I hear a grinding noise. I stop attempting to back up and take it out of reverse, put it in gear then put it in reverse again, and it works just fine. This has even happened while riding with my local GWRRA Chapter (so I have witnesses). The local dealer wasn’t able to replicate the problem when I took it in so they wouldn’t fix it. They said I must have had the engine revved up too high when attempting to back up. Is there a way to make it happen on demand so the dealer will fix the problem before it goes off warranty? Thanks for the continuing great advice, Jim Haggart GWRRA #346596 Townville, SC Jim, As the reverse mechanism is not a part of the transmission, there’s nothing to be gained by placing the transmission in gear, then back into neutral. It may be that the cables that actuate the reverse mechanism are either out of adjustment or loose at either the engine or reverse actuator. If that’s the case, the fix would involve an adjustment, and adjustments usually aren’t a warrantable item. Does the reverse light start blinking when this happens? Regardless, make sure you have your dealer document (in writing) that your bike was seen for this issue and that no cause or cure was found. Then, should the reverse system fail later, you’ll at least have it documented that the June 2013
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Eric, I’m sure you realize that I couldn’t divine the source of the noises without a hands-on evaluation. However, with a brand-new bike, it may be that you’re hearing slight drag of the brake pads on the rotors, especially regarding the noise you describe as being at the same frequency as wheel speed. To find out if that’s the case, lightly apply the brake pedal, then the front brake lever while the noise is present. If the noise disappears or changes noticeably, the symptom will resolve as mileage accumulates. Regarding the other noise—the one that disappears fully after warm-up—if you’re saying that a scraping noise exists as you’re releasing the clutch lever to start off in first gear, then disappears when the lever is fully released, that’s something that would have me at the dealer’s doorstep pronto! Stu
CB RADIO CABLE Hi Stu, I’m looking for a cable that connects to a CB from a 1996 Gold Wing. The cable goes to the back of the CB to the bike wire harness. The cable number is 16 pgry. I’ve looked around for awhile and can’t locate one. I’ll give you a little background… A friend of mine bought a 1994 Gold Wing Aspencade, and I gave him my radio from my 1996 Gold Wing. I didn’t know there was another cable; he said the radio is no good without it. Any help you can give would be appreciated. Thanks, Via email, Sam Benedict, GWRRA #117938 For safer cornering and a smoother ride, all auxillary wheels are set back at least 5" from the center axle
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Sam, The 16 pgry is not a part number. It simply indicates that the connector is 16-pin grey. The part number you need is 08118-MT200-03. Unfortunately, Honda discontinued that part long ago, along with the 08118-MT200 complete CB radio kit of which it was a part. And your friend is correct—the radio is useless without it. I’d suggest that your friend purchase a J&M JMCB2003 radio for his 1500. It has more features than the OE Honda CB and integrates seamlessly with the bike’s audio system. Stu ● Wing World
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CORNER classics
Updating My “Mirandy”
By Howard Halasz, Wing World Technical Contributor
Four years ago, I converted my 1977 Gold Wing— nicknamed “Mirandy” and seen in the January 2009 “Classics Corner” department—to an electronic ignition with the Dynatech Dyna S electronic ignition kit. Well, four years later now, one of the two modules on the unit failed, so I contacted Dynatech. They told me to send the unit back to them and they’d repair it, or replace it, for me. I did so and recently received my new Dyna S and installed it. At first, I decided to try it with the OEM 3 ohm ballast resistor; the engine ran okay at 1200 rpm and above but was quite difficult to start and ran erratically at below 1200 rpm. After I replaced the OEM 3 ohm ballast resistor with the Dynatech 2 ohm ballast resistor, the engine started easier and I could idle it down to approximately 750 rpm. It also kick-started on the first kick every time! However, while routing the cable from the Dyna S to the yellow and blue coil connectors, the dry-rotted crankcase ventilator hose broke. I thought about replacing the hose with a new one but, after talking to Pete Boody (of Pistol Pete’s; oldwings.com) and Randall Washington (randakks.com), I figured that disconnecting the hose from the canister on the right-hand side of the engine would involve engine removal. So, being 67 years young (and lazy), I decided instead to repair the ventilator hose. Thus, I cut approximately 1 1/2 inches from the hose and spliced a new section of hose to the good part of the old hose. That seemed to solve the problem. See photo above.
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More Updates Below are a few more photos of Mirandy that Pistol Pete had wanted to see. She looks much better than when I had last entered her in Pistol Pete’s “Concours d’Elegance” at Randakk’s Rally in Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. The fork sliders are no longer painted black, and the valve covers, timing belt covers and ignition box cover are polished aluminum. (Bob MacBird, our GWRRA Classic Wing SIG Coordinator, suggested that I chrome-plate those covers but, from my past experience, chrome-plating on OEM aluminum will deteriorate with heat and age.) I also replaced the Vetter Sound radio housing (for 4inch speakers) with the original Cycle Sound (with the 3-inch speakers). The Vetter Sound would bounce rather violently with every bump in the road and had developed some rather severe cracks. The original Cycle Sound, with its 3inch speakers, moves very little with bumps in the road— and those little speakers still sound good. Hope you’ve enjoyed seeing this update on my Mirandy! ●
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By Bill and Sharon Poer, GWRRA Life Members #22506, of Lowell, Indiana
This is a story that began more than 40 years ago, and it’s a motorcycle saga that really started as a snowmobile story‌
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The Story Begins We began snowmobiling over four decades ago by renting one near our home in Lowell, Indiana for our very first ride. After renting for awhile, we decided it was for us and purchased one a short time later. Then we met a group of fellow snowmobilers at the dealership, and we’d all travel to Michigan and, later, to Wisconsin to pursue our new pastime. But eventually, we got to thinking that those snowmobile trails were also there in the summertime. So, in addition, we purchased our first two-wheelers to try out the trails. Alas, however, we found it was somewhat different in the summertime: the trails were grown over with brush and the low spots were full of water and mud. But by far the biggest bugaboos were the mosquitoes. They were the size of robins!
Movin’ on Up Anyway, we then rode those Honda Trail 70s on the roadways for a little while but soon figured out we’d need more power for the open road. So our first “big bikes” were a Honda 125 for Sharon and a Honda 350 four-cylinder for Bill. But one day, Sharon’s 125 wasn’t running quite right so we traded our rides so Bill could see what the problem was. However, after hopping on the 350, Sharon was no longer happy with the 125! Bill then needed a new bike and, since he already had an orange helmet, the obvious choice, naturally, was an orange bike— which turned out to be a 1973 Honda 750. At the time, it was one of the most powerful motorcycles on the market, and we were on top of the world. But would we be happy forever with those two powerhouses? Not a chance! We were by then riding with several riders who had much bigger bikes than Sharon’s 350. The 350 would keep up but was wound out a lot of the time. And in the mountains, Sharon would lag behind in spite of the throttle being wide open. She, of course, soon wanted a higher displacement motorcycle. That’s when Bill said that she might as well go all the way and get a Gold Wing. So off to the dealer we went, where Sharon test rode a 1976 red Gold Wing, wanted it—and got it! However, we did modify it a bit. At that time, there was an aftermarket shock system that had no spring in the rear shocks; it was completely air-supported. This meant Sharon was able to lower the Wing to upright it and then air up the rear shocks to the ride position! And for the next eight years, she rode that Gold Wing 1000 while Bill rode his Honda 750. Then, in 1984, we were in Florida for Spring Break when we stopped at a Honda June 2013
Chase County Courthouse in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas.
Unita County Courthouse in Evanston, Wyoming.
Chemung County Courthouse in Elmira, New York.
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Our Fleet: left 2013 - 20 miles, center 2007 with 217,000 miles, right 1990 with 344,000 miles.
dealer and looked at the new Honda Gold Wing 1200. Again we just had to have one so, as soon as we got back to Indiana, we went straight to our local Honda dealer for our beige 1984 Gold Wing. By that time, we had decided to ride two-up instead of each of us riding our own Gold Wing and had also become Members of GWRRA.
Movin’ on Up Again! We rode that bike until 1990, racking up 150,000 miles on it—and putting in four stators! We went all over the country,
including Alaska. But by 1990, it was getting tiresome replacing stators; we also didn’t like just having to be concerned about replacing it again. In fact, the last ride on the 1984 Wing required the switching of batteries with a friend just to get home. So we took the ’84 to the dealer to be repaired and left it there for the dealer to sell. We then picked out our brand-new 1990 1500 Gold Wing, which was later named “Blue Thunder” by one of our fellow Chapter IN-A Members. The 1990 proved to be reliable to the nth degree, with the exception of the relay
Here is a breakdown of our bikes and mileage: 1973 1984 1990 2001 2007
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750 ............................92,000 Gold Wing ................150,000 Gold Wing ................343,000 Gold Wing ................205,000 Gold Wing ................210,000
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Total............................................ 1,000,000 miles *In addition to the above miles, while Bill was riding the 1973 Honda 750, Sharon rode her Honda 350 four-cylinder 30,000 miles and her 1976 Honda Gold Wing 60,000 miles. Those miles are not included in the above tally.
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problem that a lot of 1500s were afflicted with. And we can’t complain as that machine is still in our garage with 343,000 miles on the odometer. Over the years, it’s been in 49 states. (And as soon as the bridge to Hawaii is built, we’ll be on the road to finish the 50 states on “Blue Thunder”.) In fact, “Blue Thunder” was featured on the cover of Wing World in December of 1997. Next was a 2001 Gold Wing 1800. That bike was plagued by the many problems connected with a new generation bike; the worst glitch was overheating at low speed. (But in Honda’s defense, they did come up with a fix that worked fine.) We rode that Gold Wing 205,000 miles until we bought our present Gold Wing two-wheeler, which is a 2007 orange bike. The 2007 is probably our favorite! It’s been flawless and has only been back to the dealer once in 214,000 miles, for a radio problem for which we didn’t have the necessary electronic test equipment for Bill to solve. All other maintenance was done by Bill, who is not the fastest mechanic in the world but, because he works by himself, it really doesn’t matter. Besides a few other small issues, other than the radio, he’s kept the 2007 humming right along. Then, in April of 2013, the 2007 was retired and we now have a brand-new 2013 blue Wing with a Motor Trike kit on it. Thus, a new era begins for the Poers! Wing World
Summing it All Up As of March 2013, we’ve ridden 6,000 miles past the million-mile mark! While amassing the million miles, we’ve ridden in 49 states and taken a picture of our various bikes in front of all of the state capitols (except Hawaii, of course…we’re still waiting for that bridge!). The state capitol ideas came from back in the late 1980s, when Indiana had a Grand Tour. The idea was to visit 10 county seats and take a picture of the county courthouse. We did that and got our pin. Then we thought, Why not take a picture of all the county courthouses in Indiana? So we did that. Of course, that left 47 states in the Lower 48, so we started on that project and ended up taking a picture of all of the courthouses in 13 states total. That done, we figured we wouldn’t live long enough to get every county courthouse in every state, so instead we changed our goal to taking 10 or so in each one of the states. (We’re still working on that and have visited and taken pictures of over 1,300 county courthouses altogether!) Of course it’s not the courthouses themselves that we’re interested in but the ride to each one. We’ve been on so many roads that we otherwise would have never been on. When we reach a courthouse, we just put the next one in our GPS and let it take us there. Sometimes we’re on a super slab and other times on some little, narrow ribbon of pavement not wide enough to meet another vehicle without both vehicles getting in the grass. The million miles have been an adventure, but the best part is the countless people we’ve encountered on the way. Most of our current friends are people we would have never met without the motorcycles. We were Chapter Directors of Chapter INA for six years. We’ve spent the past 14 winters in Florida so our mileage continues to add up. We ride with four groups in the Sebring area, and there were 20 bikes on the ride when we actually passed the million-mile mark. When we stopped for a break on the way to the west coast of Florida for lunch, the “bubbly” came out for a toast (non-alcoholic, of course, as we were riding). Our Gold Wing was decorated with balloons for the occasion, and it was a great day that we’ll never forget. It took us almost 40 years to reach the million-mile mark, which is an average of 68-plus miles every day for each of the 40 years. It’s been an adventure for 40 years—and hopefully we still have a few more miles left in us! ● June 2013
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The Real “Game of Life”: Checklist to Reduce Your Risk By Tony and Michelle Van Schaick, International Directors of GWRRA Rider Education
Give yourself a point for each one you use… 1. Stay out of the blind spots of other vehicles and give yourself enough room to react. 2. Ride a brightly colored bike. 3. Wear a brightly colored helmet – white, yellow or high-visibility is best. 3. Wear bright or reflective gear. 4. Use reflective tape or reflective clothing at night. 5. Use hand signals (in some areas, only the driver can do this). 6. Tap your brakes if you’re being followed too closely. 7. Use your high beams when it is legal and safe. 8. Use a headlight modulator. 9. Use running lamps – two or more lights are easier to estimate vehicle speed. 10. Use your horn if necessary. 11. Wear “All the Gear All the Time” (ATGATT). 12. Carry a first aid kit. 13. Participate in rider/co-rider training. Photo courtesy of Honda News.
How did you score? The more you use, the less risk you’re taking while riding. Remember, education is for life! (Thanks to Carol Scully, Chapter NC-E Educator in Cary, North Carolina, for this inspiration.) ●
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As Goldwingers, we sure do love our bikes to shine—whether that means adding LED lighting, giving the entire ride a good cleaning, or adding a bit of chrome. To make sure we’re keeping abreast of what’s the latest and greatest in regard to shine this riding season, we asked several such companies to let us know what they consider are some “bright ideas” this year. So why not check out what they had to say? From spectacular side lighting ideas to quick and easy towelette cleaning options, creative chrome and more, you’re bound to discover something about making your bike shine that you didn’t know before. Enjoy! **Each photo corresponds to the bolded name nearest it.**
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ikeMaster, maker of the visually enhancing Blade LED Turn Signals, says that, when choosing a lighting option for your bike, remember to “always choose the style that will look best on your bike”.
And Lunasee, LLC, manufacturer of ASL (Active Side Lighting) products that use a high-performance photoluminescent (glow) pinstripe applied to the rims, agrees that “Many riders have purchased [our products] simply because they look ‘cool’ on their bike.” However, they also emphasize that their products are mainly safety-related and improve the bike’s visual recognition. “Lighting that’s not only visible from more angles but also makes you easily recognized as a motorcycle [is best]. The quicker a motorist can see you and recognize you’re a motorcycle, the better.” 54
WingStuff.com, a distributor of Lunasee’s LED 2-Wheel Lighting Kit, adds that the product is also easy to use, explaining that “Lunasee LERtape attaches to both your wheels and creates a brilliant solid ring of light. The light sources are 1W LEDpods mounted in the wheel area that create white light by day and a brilliant greenish/white at night, all without directly wiring to your wheels.” And side lighting options in general are becoming ever more popular in recent years, as witnessed also by SoCalMotoGear’s Xtreme White – Side Projecting LEDs that offer “46-inch wire leads that allow you to run them to where you’d like them without having to modify the wiring.” The company makes sure to add that its LED strips are flexible and follow the contours of your motorcycle plus simply “adhere with automotive-grade 3M adhesive backing and wires into your running lights, headlights or turn signals…and have a fitment for universal application so they can be cut down the length desired.” But side lighting—the rising star of bike lighting options—is certainly not the only game in town. “When traveling on a motorcycle for any distance—especially long distances—visibility is always a safety factor…[and] additional driving lights [in the front] allow other vehicles on the road to see the rider clearly,” says Super Bright LEDs. All this, points out these makers of driving lights, while the lights’ main function is to “allow the rider to see other obstacles a single headlight may not reveal.” And best of all? Since it’s only two inches in size, the company’s Chrome 10 Wing World
Watt LED Mini Round Aux Light can mount in most areas without being obstructive. Similarly, Brite Lites/ Bluhm Enterprises’ line of Post Mount LED Driving Lights serves to enhance the vision on the bike by adding extra light for your forward motion. Says the company, “Our ultra-bright LEDs allow for excellent supplemental lighting on any bike. Typical use is as a crash bar light or fog/driving light…which adds near field light and better vision.” And some nighttime driving lights, like those from Clearwater Lights, offer other advantages as well. “As nighttime driving lights, ours are very high output LEDs but also have a patent-pending dimmer for adjustability,” says Clearwater. “They can be dialed back for use as a safety light and then turned up to full high beam when needed with the factory high beam switch.” And—lest we forget in regard to safety—“30 percent of crashes are rear-end collisions,” says Kisan Electronics, “so light up the rear end of the trunk to get instant triangulation for correct depth perception.” To do so, you may want to add rear lighting like this company’s VectraLIGHT license plate LED array, which mounts below the existing frames or simply replace the frames. “It has 3in-1 built-in functions: taillights, turn signals and brake lights,” says Kisan. “Moreover, the signal lights function sequentially for immediate attention in traffic. Very cool.” The company, which also offers a mirror mount LED array, also notes that “For maximum conspicuity, light up the side-view mirrors; they’re the widest points on the bike, and this makes the bike look larger and wider.” Indeed, Gene’s Gallery, Inc. offers just such an option, though their product “only lights up when the turn signals are in operation.” Still, the company says its GL1500/1800 LED Turn Signal Mirror Light Kit provides “a large amount of visibility for traffic from behind, as well as alongside, the motorcycle” and mounts directly to the inside of the OEM mirror housing, using double-stick tape and just two wires. All that said, of course, LED lighting has more uses on a bike than just for safety and/or beautification’s sake; some LED lighting options are just plain practical, as is the case with Redline Technical Group, Inc.’s Top Lite product—self-contained, batterypowered lighting for inside your trunk. “It offers trunk lighting when you need it without having to unpack to find your flashlight,” the company explains, “by adhering to the trunk lid with two-sided foam tape and having an auto on/off function whenever the truck lid is raised or lowered.” Their best advice when choosing any type of lighting for your bike? “Look for a durable product that will last, and watch out for cheap lights using expensive batteries that won’t provide long battery life. You’ll end up spending more on batteries than the light is worth!” June 2013
Here’s a lighting option just for Gold Wings —Litecycle's Snip & Snap LED Light Strips Says Litecycle: “Our Snip & Snap strips come 39 LED lights to a strip and eight colors to choose from, with a connector every three lights. We can cut our strips by the three’s to customize them to fit on most any motorcycle and have developed a Gold Wing kit with three options. The basic kit is 135 LED lights covering both side vents, front intake cooling tubes, under the front fairing shining down on front fender, alongside panels and in the vents in the side panels. The three options are the tour pac, bags and side engine covers.” For pricing and more information, visit ridethelite.com or call (754) 367-5596.
Bright Ideas from Cleaning Product Companies ow quickly one can get a shine on the surface should be at least one consideration a rider makes when choosing a cleaning product,” says Brookside Import Specialties, the sole importer of S100 motorcycle cleaning products. Agrees Pig Snot, which offers 13 cleaning and detailing products—ranging from soaps to waxes to finishing sprays, “Products which are effortless to apply and remove mean you get on the road more and spend less time cleaning.” To that end, they advise riders to “Read the directions [about proper] application in order to find a product that’s easy to apply and remove.” In fact, that’s why Griot’s Garage, Inc.’s Speed Shine is its best-seller, says the company, because “[riders like when] they can keep their bikes looking clean with minimal effort…ours is a perfect ‘between-washes cleaner’ because a quick mist and light toweling [is all it takes].” Also agreeing with the easyon/easy-off theory for satisfactory motorcycle cleaning is Wizards Products, maker of Mystic Spray Wax which can be used as a dry wash, quick detailer or wax extender. They also add that synthetic spray wax technology, like theirs, was “developed to be more compatible with today’s advanced clearcoats…[and
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is] far beyond outdated carnauba waxes.” And in addition to just “ease of use”, The Kozak Dry Wash Company advises riders to also avoid water. “Water corrodes!” they exclaim. “Instead, use dry washes and cleaners to keep your bike shiny and new!” And this company’s Motorcycle Dry Wash is not only waterless, it also doesn’t require solutions, sprays or micro-fiber cloths either. That’s because it’s a towelette made of high-quality, patented, cotton treated cloth that provides about 50 cleanings each. But while agreeing with Kozak that riders may prefer a cleaning option that “enables him or her to clean, polish and protect a bike without pulling out buckets, hoses, sponges, etc.,” Bom Products, makers of multi-surface cleaner Captain Richard’s Best, also adds that the versatility of a product should come into play. After all, agrees StrongArm Brand Products Co., one thing a rider should ask oneself is not only what product will require the least amount of work but will also provide fantastic, long-term results for as many surfaces as possible. To this end, the company offers StrongArm Fluid, a purpose treatment solution and conditioner for all surfaces which “works end to end over the entire machine from front tires to taillight,” says the company. “[Yes,] be cautious of what you use on different surfaces,” adds Moto-Tec L.L.C., “because many cleaners have restrictions.” They, too, advise you find a cleaner that, like their Ultra Gloss Bike Wipes, is safe for all surfaces. And though Original Bike Spirits’ Cycle Wash is essentially a foaming aerosol degreaser, it has also been formulated to be “safe to use on almost any surface—from paint to
chrome, powder coat, Plexiglas, plastic, rubber and alloys,” says its makers, Amrep, Inc. “Simply spray the product all over the bike (expect for radio, speakers and electrical components), use a wash cloth to wipe the surface, and immediately rinse with water until the surface feels ‘squeaky’ to the touch.” Likewise, though Sea Foam Sales Company’s BUGS-B-GONE is designed mainly to attack and neutralize sticky bugs, dirt and brake dust, it is also safe and effective to clean everything from plastic to Plexiglass to chrome to upholstery, says the company. Then again, sometimes a specialized cleaning product is exactly what you may desire. Such is the case with All Kleer’s Windshield Cleaner and Polish from Sol-Tech Group. Says the company: “All Kleer is the ‘ultimate’ plastic windshield cleaner/polish for aviation, motorcycle and marine windshields.” They assure that not only does their product create a “zone of clear visibility”, it also helps inhibit fogging. Just what a specialty item, like a windshield, needs!
Just a Few Bright Ideas in Chrome…
“Chrome accents add a distinctive characteristic look,” says Add On, Inc., a well-known manufacturer and distributor of
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aftermarket Gold Wing parts and accessories—from the classic 1975 GL1000 up to the latest 2013 GL1800. They note that their windshield panel mask accent enhances the look of the front of a Wing by setting on the nose of the windshield panel and going up over the vents. “It follows the contours on the front windshield panel and looks great alone or with other chrome and/or lighting accents,” the company says. “Plus, it’s easy to install and attaches with self-adhesive tape.” One other piece of advice Add On offers in regard to chrome accents is that “When applying them with self-adhesive tape—to ensure a secure hold—make sure the area is thoroughly cleaned beforehand then wait several hours to let the glue set up before riding the bike.”
And finally, don’t forget that chrome doesn’t have to be complicated either; it can just be plain old fun, like American Motorcycle Accessories’ new Antenna Mounted Billet Flagpole—a novelty item that attaches to any Gold Wing 1500 or 1800’s antenna. What’s especially nice about this item is that it’s spring-loaded, offers folding and non-folding options and, along with being “the best value on the market,” says the company, “is perhaps also the market’s only American Made Antenna Mounted Flagpole!” ●
Expanding on advice for the application of some chrome products is Big Bike Parts, another major manufacturer of aftermarket Wing products. “When installing items that utilize double-sided adhesive,” they advise, “before removing the backing off the double-sided adhesive, it’s extremely important to utilize a lint-free cloth and rubbing alcohol to remove any residue on the surface. But even before that, it’s important to take your time and pre-fit your item to the bike. This will ensure the item fits, as well as allow the user to get the feel of the installation.” Then again, even before purchasing a piece of chrome, they say you may want to first “Stand back and take a look at the lines of the motorcycle and envision what you’d like that area/bike to look like as a finished product. [Ask yourself such questions as]: Are there other items offered by that manufacturer that work well together or carry the same theme? Does the item that I’m looking to purchase display the characteristics of the finished product that I’ve envisioned?” As prime examples of what products complement both a Gold Wing and each other, Big Bike Parts offers the example of its LED Saddlebag Scuff Accents and Battery Side Covers with Rubber Scuff. June 2013
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What’s New in Women’s Gear B
ecause there are more and more women motorcycle riders on the roads every day, we wanted to include some “bright ideas” about what’s new in women’s motorcycle gear as well. So we asked several companies questions in regard to women riders and gear designed to fit them. Here’s what they had to say—and some of the new ideas they offered to make you shine!
First, in regard to motorcycle gear overall, Joe Rocket says that “far too many ladies’ items (jackets in particular) are too minimalist for the purpose of riding.” They also add that their ladies’ gear includes a SureFit adjustment system that allows for a custom fit and that adjustability options, in general, can “further flatter the female form and, simultaneously, ensure that included armor and abrasion resistant materials are in the proper positions.” Agreeing that adjustability is key for proper fit, Vega Helmet, which offers women’s riding apparel, says that “Gussets and adjustability are features that a person of any size should look for…[because] a comfortable fit reduces fatigue and contributes to alertness which, in turn, contributes to rider safety.” Alpinestars further points out that “Any female item should be designed specifically to women, as there are a lot of differences [between women’s and men’s bodies]…you cannot just take a men’s styled garment and call it a women’s.” In fact, says Delutti Inc., dba CozyWinters.com, “Our women’s jacket is cut for a woman; the design includes a dropped back hem for warming the lower back and a shorter length to ensure it won’t stick out from under your jacket.” In regard to the increase in the number of female riders, they say that “In 2008, the first full year of carrying this product, compared to 2012, we’ve seen an increase of 200 percent in its purchases.” 58
And the numbers are especially high in Europe, points out British Motorcycle Gear, makers of Ladies’ Pioneer Pants, which adds that “Pants have to be made for women…cut bigger in the hips and [providing] shorter options in the inseam length so the hip armor will fit properly.” But don’t forget, fit applies to helmets, too. Says Schuberth: “Women will especially like the Schuberth C3 Pro Women helmet because, like its precursor the C3W, it’s the only helmet on the market specifically fitted for the female facial structure…[which has] generally higher, more prominent cheekbones and a narrower jaw. Also, the materials used in the lining are easy to clean and good for sensitive skin because many women like to ride with makeup on.” Finally, remember that even some gloves are made specifically for women. Says CIMA International, which represents Eska (makers of specialty gloves for over 100 years), “When a manufacturer transforms a men’s glove into a ladies' glove by making it smaller, the gloves become very uncomfortable because they have too many leather patches on such a small glove and you can’t close your hands comfortably.” Cima’s last bit of advice when choosing any type of women’s gear? “When you’re landing on the asphalt, it won’t matter that your helmet or your gloves are pink. When it comes to safety gear, style should come a far second.”
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Objectivity. Definition (according to Bing Dictionary): ob·jec·tiv·i·ty [ òb jek tívvYtee ], NOUN, 1. ability to view things objectively: the ability to perceive or describe something without being influenced by personal emotions or prejudices; 2. accuracy: the fact or quality of being accurate, unbiased, and independent of individual perceptions; 3. philosophy actual existence: the actual existence of something, without reference to people’s impressions or ideas. When Wing World magazine editor, Sharon Stanley, gives me an assignment, she expects objectivity of me. And, as readers of this magazine, you should demand this of me, too. However, sometimes that’s not an easy task—as I found out this time with the F4 Customs’ F+4 Windshield!
By Bill McIlrath, Contributing Writer, of Bethel, Connecticut
For information, visit F4Customs.com or call (330) 968-4644.
Setting the Stage Last June, my wife, Lyn, and I were at Americade in Lake George, New York and had the opportunity to talk with Don Garver from F4 Customs Windshields. Timing being everything, Don was just about to unwrap (literally, UPS had just made the delivery) a prototype of their latest design for their popular GL1800 windshield. After telling Don I write for Wing World magazine (and after agreeing to keep quiet about this new product for awhile), he invited me to see how it looked. (Our bike’s stock windshield had been removed shortly after we bought the bike in favor of a taller aftermarket one; the F4 is nothing like either of those.) After this chance encounter with Don and the new product, an appointment was scheduled for a vented “F+4” (4 inches taller than stock) to be installed on our Wing during opening day of Wing Ding 34 in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
With the Windshield Installed… Well, everything went smoothly and, before long, I was heading out of the convention center in Fort Wayne and onto the streets. Exiting the parking lot, I was looking into the turn (as the Motorcycle Safety Foundation would have every motorcyclist do) but, when the Wing straightened up and my vision was directed through the new F4 windshield, I thought What windshield? Now this is where the “objectivity” issue comes into play—this sudden realization that what we now had on our bike could not even be compared to anything else I’ve ever ridden behind; there was little room, in any way, to equate it to any of my past shields. The clarity of the material F4 uses for their products matches, or exceeds, that of any “plastic” I’ve ever experienced in my personal and professional careers. It’s so similar to looking through a piece of glass that one easily forgets it is in front of him or her. And unlike some aftermarket products, this shield is far less “swept back”. For instance, have you ever leaned forward and banged your helmet on the top of your windshield? Well, that’s not likely to happen with the F4. Or how about the time you accidentally put a scratch right in your line of sight (where else would a scratch be?) or the time you used the wrong product to clean your shield, only to end up with a milky glaze on the surface that will never go away? Well, those types of things should never happen with an F4. And forget about having to have 100-percent cotton towels or micro-fiber cloths; they are not to be used. The recommendation for cleaning off the unwanted bugs and bird droppings are simply water and paper towels. You can even use the towels available at the nearest gas pump! That’s because these windshields are advertised at rallies in an actual display that uses a windshield wiper with steel wool wrapped around it that constantly rubs across the front of a shield. That’s how un-scratchable they are! The reason why is that the surface of the demo shield is treated with their proprietary process on one-half and left unprotected on the other half. This makes a very visible statement about how difficult it is to damage F4 windshields. And now, after several thousands of miles on our bike since its installation, ours still looks new—with not a single scratch on it! This product is made to last for years. In fact I found that, on the open road, I had no complaints at all about the F4 Customs F+4 windshield.
The Story Continues I had to forgo Closing Ceremonies at “The Fort” because Lyn and I were scheduled to be in Stowe, Vermont the following day. However, seven hundred miles separated me from home—and possible strong storms lay between. My plan was to “stop for the night” once I hit bad weather, but I ended up having dinner at home since the storms and the Wing and I never crossed paths. But even after that many hours in the saddle, fatigue had not yet set in due, at least in part, to the great wind protection the F4 had provided me. That said, averaging quite a good speed and towing a fully loaded Bushtec trailer, my bike’s fuel economy dropped to about 36 mpg. (This was slightly better than expected, compared to similar past rides.) Now some friends had recommended against getting the vent, due to their previous experiences with things like bees and wasps passing through one and right into their helmets. I didn’t understand that level of concern since I was accustomed to the vented air hitting me in the chest. That said, the design of the F4 directs the vented air higher and, though I prefer this setup, I plan to put a screen in the vent just as a precaution.
Time for the Real Test Then it was time for the real test. As we all know, it doesn’t matter how I feel about the ride, it’s the co-rider’s happiness that’s paramount. Lyn and I had a 300-mile day ahead of us to Vermont, and it would get off to a bad start if the changes I’d made “out West” in Indiana would have a negative impact on the pillion position. With an obvious smile in her voice, Lyn expressed her pleasure when she looked around my helmet and found she was looking through the entire windshield, not just the edge of it. (This is a result of the F4 being wider than the old windshield. In addition, the clarity of the F4 makes the edge far less noticeable as well.) Now, my hearing is not as good as it used to be and conversing through the headset at highway speeds has always been problematic for me. However, the bubble behind the F4 provides a slight, but noticeable, reduction in wind noise, which makes for some improvement in the hearing department. (One of these days, we hope to also come across some helmets with headsets that make for a serious improvement in noise reduction and hearing improvement.)
Conclusion Two last things to consider are rain and fog. We’ve found that the F4 performs as advertised: the water sheds off very quickly. In fact, only once did I see a trace of fog accumulating on either side of it (when the conditions were abnormally favorable for condensation to form on the inside). But at that point, the air was so saturated with fog that what formed on the inside was barely even noticeable. My plans for this evaluation had included before and after photos of our bike; however, doing so could be considered a comparison, and this is one product that stands by itself. Instead, I’ll just leave you with this photo of the fine crew waiting to take care of you the next time you need a new windshield. ●
What a Nice Way to Celebrate! Says Beve Bolen-Johnson (GWRRA #297651-01, of Des Moines, Iowa): “I’ve been taking photos of Chapter A Members’ bikes to put together a calendar for the Chapter and, while looking through the magazine, I decided to send you a couple photos that I thought turned out well. [The one seen here] is of a scene I set and photographed at Ledges State Park in Boone, Iowa in June of 2012. The bike’s owners are John and Carole Martin (GWRRA #86577, of Des Moines, Iowa). They’re also Members of IA-A (“BlackSheep Squad”), own this 2001Gold Wing with Roadsmith Trike kit and wanted a photo taken to celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary. What a nice way to celebrate!”
MOTOR TRIKE Announces New IRS Conversion for KAWASAKI
Motor Trike, Inc. recently announced the release of an all-new trike to add to their continually expanding line of Independent Rear Suspension conversions. The “Avenger”, as named by Motor Trike, was designed for the Kawasaki Vulcan 900 cruiser family, including the Classic, Classic LT, and Custom models. The announcement came just three months after the launch of the “Challenger” conversion made for the Kawasaki 1700 family of large touring motorcycles, including the Voyager, Vaquero and Nomad. Jeff Vey, owner of Motor Trike, Inc., states, “We believed there was a missing link between an entry level motorcycle conversion and a full blown touring bike conversion in the market. Our intent was to fill that void. Without question, the Avenger does just that. This is a cruising motorcycle with the cargo space of a touring model. It’s like having the best of both worlds.”
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AVAILABLE OPTIONS: Rear and front wheel upgrade options Trunk carpets and embroidered trunk mats ● Embroidered fender bras with stitching to match bike color ● Trailer hitch ● Custom paint ● Electric reverse ● Chrome bumper The company says it is currently taking orders for the Avenger at a price of $8,995 per kit and was setting delivery dates for February 28 of this year. For more information, contact a Motor Trike Authorized Dealer or call (800) 90-TRIKE. ● ●
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Introduces Striking New Gold Wing Trike! Says the company: “Trike industry icon, Roadsmith, announced at this year’s Bike Week Rally in Daytona Beach, Florida the addition of another, innovative new design to their popular line of Gold Wing trike conversions. The new design, called the HTS1800, will join the existing line of Gold Wing conversions which convert both the 1800 and 1500 series of this iconic touring machine. The new HTS model is available for newer Honda Gold Wings from 2012 on. Features of the new design include styling cues specifically created to complement the design evolution of the newer Gold Wings. Angular body lines carry perfectly from the front fairing to the side panels and on to the trike body in the rear. ‘This is truly an evolutionary design for us. In addition to making it look nice, we were able to create some improvements in the manufacturing and installa-
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tion processes, as well,’ says Roadsmith General Manager, Doug Lindholm. In addition to its stunning, contemporary design, there are some very practical new features of this kit that will appeal to both consumers and dealers alike. The stylish and durable running boards are now easier to install and offer more structural integrity than ever before. The company has added new paint-matched, integrated side panels that will be supplied with each new kit, guaranteeing a more ‘finished’ transition from the front side cover to the body of the trike kit. One of the biggest new features of the new model (literally) is a larger trunk. Not only is the opening considerably larger for easier access, but the actual trunk is slightly larger as well. In addition, the company has employed sleek, retractable wire cable supports for the trunk lid that allow unrestricted access to the trunk opening.
Finally, there are some newly revised components and other improvements that promise to expedite the installation process and improve the overall functionality of the kit. In the end, this new model introduces some appealing new features and benefits and becomes a suitable complement to the existing HT1800. For more than 40 years, Roadsmith Trikes has been designing and producing some of the best-engineered, best-handling trikes in the business. Based in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, Roadsmith manufactures and distributes 19 different trike conversion kits for Honda, Harley-Davidson, Victory and Indian motorcycles. They are represented by over a hundred dealers in the U.S. and Canada as well as their own retail location, The Trike Shop, on Beach Street in Daytona Beach, Florida.” For more information, visit road● smithtrikes.com.
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THREE-WHEEL Says newly retired airline pilot Mitchell Walling (GWRRA #353457, of Lakeway, Texas): “My wife, Cindy Cashman, who’s an author, and I spent three months exploring America on our Dark Cherry 2005 GL1800 Hannigan trike. We had a great time and posted some videos at youtube.com/AmericaOn3Wheels. I even snapped a photo of Cindy, who used to be a gymnast, doing a handstand by the Mile High Overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway. I think that’s a good handstand for someone who’s been on this earth just over a half-century!”
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PHOTOS Says John Law (GWRRA #360626, of Marietta, Georgia): “This photo was taken by one of my instructors at the GWRRA Trike Class held at the Honda plant in Alabama in October of last year. This is my 2010 Spyder RT A&E in Orbital Blue. It has the semi-automatic 5-speed transmission with reverse, and there are lots of extra LEDs front and rear to make my bike more visible to the motoring public. See you at this year’s 2013 Wing Ding!”
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Transforming a Bike into a Trike —It’s More than Meets the Eye! By Motor Trike, Inc.’s Engineering Team; photos courtesy of Motor Trike, Inc.
When a major motorcycle manufacturer announces the release of a brand-new model, the engineering team at Motor Trike takes note. But when Honda announces the release of a modified version of a Gold Wing, the engineering team is all ears! In fact, when Honda’s Gold Wing F6B was first announced this past fall, the engineering team’s very first step was to make a decision about the F6B as to whether or not it would be a good fit for a trike. Ultimately, it was decided the bike was a perfect match!
Day-by-Day Peek “Inside” Step into the world of Motor Trike and follow along our two-week adventure … Monday, February 18th: Motor Trike receives their very first Honda F6B motorcycle. (President and owner, Jeff Vey, was on the road in the big yellow rig, returning home from the Dealer Expo in Indianapolis.) Tuesday, February 19th: The engineering team meets to look over the F6B and estimate a launch date of late April 2013 for the new conversion.
Deciding to Build the Conversion At first glance, the F6B looked nothing like a traditional Gold Wing. It’s sporty, light, nimble and has a low windshield. It’s missing many of the usual aspects like a tour pack, cruise control, reverse and suspension adjustment controls. But even with all these changes, the Motor Trike engineering team still wanted to get their hands on this new motorcycle—and the debate also began as to whether to design a trike for it or not. Between the time of Honda’s press release about the F6B (in November of 2012) and Motor Trike’s recent press release about the new Raptor IRS conversion for it, there were many internal discussions. And ultimately, it was Motor Trike’s dealers and loyal customers who swayed the decision toward moving forward with a trike design for the new Honda model. That’s when the team really got moving! Designing, building, and installing a brand-new trike conversion in two weeks would not have been thinkable 19 years ago when Motor Trike first began. However, because of the experience and expertise that is housed inside the walls of the manufacturing facility in Troup, Texas today, the envelope is constantly being pushed on what is possible. With each new design, the technology improves. As technology improves, developing products becomes more efficient. And because Motor Trike designs, develops, and manufactures everything in-house, the decision to create a kit for the F6B was a quick one. Finally, because Motor Trike has already developed an Independent Rear Suspension (for both shaft driven and belt driven motorcycles) that continues to leave its mark on the industry, the body styles that can ride atop that machinery are endless. 72
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Wednesday, February 20th: Jeff Vey returns to Troup, Texas and gets to see the F6B for himself. Thursday, February 21st: After thinking about it all night, Jeff meets with the design team and asks them if it’s possible to have the F6B conversion complete in time for Bike Week in Florida (starting March 8, 2013; in fact, the big yellow rig would be leaving in just six business days for the event!). The design team meets to formulate a plan. The meeting includes engineers, production managers, installation technicians, mold producers, fiberglass experts, painters, wiring specialists and the marketing and purchasing departments. Friday, February 22nd: Corresponding departments all proceed with their assigned tasks: —The installation technicians tear down the motorcycle, analyze it and report back to the engineering staff. —The fiberglass team begins making molds of necessary parts that will be needed to connect the trike body to the original motorcycle. —The wiring staff starts to modify and build all necessary wiring harnesses. —Finally, the purchasing department contacts the paint supplier to get the OEM Honda F6B red paint. (They just so happened to have it in stock and shipped it to Motor Trike.)
Thursday, February 28th: The painted body is inspected and moved to buffing. The body is inspected again to make sure that quality is up to the standards of Motor Trike’s production team. The wheels are mounted with tires and installed on the trike. The assembled and painted body is sent to the install bay to be mounted. Friday, February 29th: The final touches are added to the trike by installing the spoiler, trunk carpet, bumper, fender bras and rake kit. By noon, the trike is ready to hit the road! A final round-table discussion talks about the speed of the trike and the speed at which the project came together. With fighter aircraft quickness and stealth technology on everyone’s mind, the trike is given a name; and “The Raptor” is born. The marketing team takes photos of this new creation and begins preparing a press release for Monday. At 2:30 that afternoon, the entire company gathers to celebrate one of Motor Trike’s employee’s 10-year anniversary. It just so happens that this certain employee was also a key member of the Raptor’s development team, and this is a great way for the entire company to come together and celebrate a monumental achievement. The doors of the big yellow rig close at 4:30 that afternoon with the brand-new Raptor loaded on its trailer. By Monday, it will be unloaded in Daytona for the entire world to see!
Monday, February 25th: The fiberglass department continues to work on the body, and the design begins to take shape. After hand-laying the glass, the fit and finish is perfected and the body is prepped for primer paint. Tuesday, February 26th: The engineering and installation teams finalize the design changes and begin installing the trike components. Wiring harnesses are installed and checked for proper functionality. A toggle switch is installed to control Motor Trike’s patented air ride suspension. The trike is test-driven without the body and is prepared for body dry fit on Wednesday. The paint department paints a chrome “nerf” bumper black then adds a flat clear coat so that the accessory will match the luster of the F6B wheels. Lastly, the purchasing department works with the wheel provider to develop a solution for the rear wheels of the trike to also match the F6B stock front wheel. The pieces are really coming together! Wednesday, February 27th: The final portions of the bodywork are completed and it is ready to be dry fit. All the key members of the design team and the corresponding departments meet in the installation bay to check the fit and finish of the conversion. All the items that will be reused from the F6B (seat, rails, etc.) are installed and checked for function and fitment. Once all items have passed the strict quality control requirements, the body is removed and sent to the paint department. A final inspection of the body is performed and, once complete, Motor Trike’s painters begin to spray the development body and spoiler using the color match paint.
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Wrap-Up It is Motor Trike’s firm belief that the primary reason they were able to accomplish this challenge was because of their extraordinary employees, who are dedicated to the success of the company. It was their effort and attention to detail that allowed Motor Trike to complete the conversion of Honda’s F6B motorcycle into a trike in less than two weeks. With the body design, there was a real dedication by the team to stylistically match the new conversion with the motorcycle itself. The all-new custom body design respects and accentuates the original shaping features of the motorcycle. With detailed body lines that flow seamlessly from the front of the motorcycle to the back of the trike, they are the perfect match. The Raptor showed beautifully at Bike Week in Daytona, and it has been a hit with customers and dealers and on Facebook. Hopefully the sleek, sporty style will entice more riders to join the triking community. And now that Motor Trike has something to offer all different types of riders and styles, there’s no reason not to transform any bike into a trike. ● Wing World
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On March 14, 2013, 77 motorcycles and 136 GWRRA Members arrived at the Home Office for the 4th annual “40 to Phoenix” coast-to-coast motorcycle ride! The riders, who departed Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina on Saturday, March 7th, and picked up fellow Goldwingers all along the way, traveled 2,700 miles from the shores of North Carolina—through Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico and Arizona to the shores of California. Some even journeyed into Mexico. While at the Home Office, riders and co-riders participated in a number of activities, including touring the Home Office, visiting with motorcycle-related vendors, winning door prizes, acquiring goodie bags, and having food, fun and much more! We would like to thank everyone who participated in this year’s event, and a special thanks goes out to all of the vendors and door prize donors who supported it. They include: Breezy Rider, Moto Wing, the Helmet Center, Mountain Master M/C loading systems, Liberty Mutual Insurance, Blue Lightning Spark Plugs, The Trike Shop, Goodyear/Dunlop Tires, King of Fleece, Lunasee, Joe Rocket, Big Bike Parts, Better Life Technology, National Cycle, Stop N Go, East Coast Cycle Sales, Smokey Mountain Getaway cabin rentals, Bike log, MotoChello, The Engraver, American Motorcycle Accessories, Gillum House, Adaptive Technologies, Freedom Bag, GL1800.net, WingStuff, Dr. Mudspringer, Techniche International, the Ice device, Niehaus Cycle Sales, Shady Products, Shawnee Honda and GWRRA! The event would not have been as successful without their generous support! This year’s ride was a great success, and we look forward to hosting the “40 to Phoenix” group again next year!
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(the main man!), Russ Schaeffer and Keith Morrison. ● Home Office “40 to Phoenix” committee members are: Matt
Tees (chairman), Jodi Starr and Andrea Lowe. ● All participants who came to the Home Office received a
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goodie bag that included this year’s “40 to Phoenix” rockand a raffle ticket to win one of 75 door prize items! ● New Mexico gave a proclamation that March 12th was officially “Gold Wing Day”—and they welcome us back next year! ● The Deer Valley Airport Restaurant hosted a buffet dinner for over 100 Members later that evening. ● Next year is the 5th annual event, so get your bikes ready to go and be a part of this monumental undertaking!
YEAR-BY-YEAR COMPARISON: 2011: Amount of bikes and people who visited the home office: 84 motorcycles and 101 people total 2012: Amount of bikes and people who visited the home office: 165 motorcycles and 250 people total 2013: Amount of bikes and people who visited the home office: 77 motorcycles and 136 people total
WEBSITES TO CHECK OUT ABOUT THE RIDE: 40tophoenix.org and
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Leadership
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—Leadership Defined, Part 1 By Paul and Cheryl Brosher, Leadership Training Program Directors; photo courtesy of Larry and Kathy Brown, GWRRA #113283, of Ellwood City, PA
Leadership is a combination of characteristics in an individual which enable him (or her, of course) to induce people to strive for a common objective. The true leader has the ability to get others to work willingly through his influence and example. He has mastered the art of dealing with people by studying the qualities which move them to put forth their best efforts. Having learned to accept his peers as they are, he influences them through these traits to gain their interest and respect so that he may guide them to their best achievement. His efforts are directed toward influencing people to want to do certain things, not to make them obey his commands. He is not a driver; his method is to show the way by his own example. The effective leader in business and industry, and any social organization, does not seek blind obedience. He is more interested in helping his followers develop their potentialities. In a sense, he serves at the same time he leads, when he studies his associates and encourages them to cooperate with him toward the goal they are all seeking. Concerned with the satisfaction he can bring to those he leads, he realizes that real leadership is no longer simply a form of self-expression. The stronger emphasis is now on the effect of leadership upon those who are led. Where Leadership is Needed Leadership is found in every phase of a group activity. It first makes itself felt in childhood where, inevitably, there is an informal choice of a leader in games, hikes and early school activities. At first there may be no conscious selection; one child naturally assumes the lead and the rest are content to follow. It is a perfectly natural process; as if, even at that age, it were instinctively recognized that there must be a guiding force in every group undertaking. The leadership referred to here is that which is provided from within the group, not the guidance given by parents and teachers. As the child grows, his activities increase and there is a correspondingly greater need for leadership. During adolescence, opportunities for leadership appear in many new fields: sports, music, social events, dramatics and other pursuits. The demand for leadership multiplies in proportion to the number of new interests the youth develops. At this time, the concept of leadership begins to undergo a subtle change. The leader is no longer the biggest, the strongest or even the most skillful, but it is the individual in the group who has developed within himself the qualities which induce others to follow his lead and obtain satisfaction in doing so willingly.
The effective leader in business and industry, and any social organization, does not seek blind obedience.
A leader…serves at the same time he leads.
Watch for Part 2 of “Leadership Defined” soon!
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Tuesday, July 2 10 am – 12 pm ..........Formation Riding and.......................Greenville Downtown Airport, On-Field Training Intro 100 Tower Drive 12 pm – 5 pm ............Preregistration Packet Pickup ...........Ballroom Prefunction Area 12 pm – 5 pm ............On-Site Registration Open.................Ballroom Prefunction Area 12 pm – 5 pm ............Ticket Sales – Bike & 50/50 ............Ballroom Prefunction Area 12 pm – 5 pm ............Information Booth............................Ballroom Prefunction Area 12 pm – 5 pm ............Poker Run Check In/Out...................Ballroom Prefunction Area 12 pm – 5 pm ............GWRRA Recruiting Booth ..................Ballroom Prefunction Area 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm ....International COY Selection...............Ballroom 4 pm – 6 pm Top Gun Practice...............................Greenville Downtown Airport, .......................................................100 Tower Drive 6 pm – 9 pm ..............Welcome Party .................................Heritage Green Cultural Campus
Wednesday, July 3 7 am – 5 pm ..............Preregistration Packet Pickup ...........Ballroom Prefunction Area 7 am – 5 pm ..............On-Site Registration Open.................Ballroom Prefunction Area 8 am – 9 am ..............Opening Ceremonies.........................Ballroom 9 am – 5 pm ..............Ticket Sales – Bike & 50/50 ............Ballroom Prefunction Area .......................................................and Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............Information Booth............................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Poker Run Check In/Out...................Ballroom Prefunction Area .......................................................and Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............GWRRA Recruiting Booth ..................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Door Prize Pickup.............................Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............Manufacturer Demo Rides ................Demo Lot 9 am – 5 pm ..............Trade Show ......................................Halls 1 & 2 10 am – 12 pm Top Gun Competition ........................Greenville Downtown Airport, .......................................................100 Tower Drive 11:30 am – 1 pm........Couple of the Year Reunion Luncheon* ....The Phoenix Greenvilles Inn 2:30 pm – 5 pm..........Rider Education Open Forum Q&A.....TBA 4:30 pm ......................Daily 50/50 Drawing .......................Ballroom 6 pm – 7:30 pm..........BBQ Dinner* ....................................Ballroom 7:30 pm – 9 pm J&M Evening Entertainment..............Comedian Kermet Apio .......................................................Ballroom
Thursday, July 4 8 am – 8:45 am..........CMA Devotional Service....................TBA 8 am – 10 am Drill Team Practice............................Greenville Downtown Airport, .......................................................100 Tower Drive 8:30 am – 5 pm..........Preregistration Packet Pickup ...........Ballroom Prefunction Area 8:30 am – 5 pm..........On-Site Registration Open.................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Ticket Sales – Bike & 50/50 ............Ballroom Prefunction Area .......................................................and Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............Information Booth............................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Poker Run Check In/Out...................Ballroom Prefunction Area .......................................................and Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............GWRRA Recruiting Booth ..................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Door Prize Pickup.............................Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............Manufacturer Demo Rides ................Demo Lot 9 am – 5 pm ..............Trade Show ......................................Halls 1 & 2 10 am – 12 pm ..........Overseas Delegate Reception Meeting*......TBA 86
11 am – 12 pm ..........Mascot & Krazy Hat Contest..............Ballroom 4:30 pm ......................Daily 50/50 Drawing .......................Ballroom 6 pm – 10 pm ............Independence Day Celebration..........Charter Amphitheatre .......................................................Heritage Park, Simpsonville 7 pm – 9 pm ..............Light Parade Staging/Classification ...Heritage Park, Simpsonville 9:30 pm ......................Light Parade ....................................Heritage Park 10 pm ........................Light Parade Judging and Awards .....Heritage Park
Friday, July 5 8 am – 8:45 am..........CMA Devotional Service....................TBA 8:30 am – 5 pm..........Preregistration Packet Pickup ...........Ballroom Prefunction Area 8:30 am – 5 pm..........On-Site Registration Open.................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Ticket Sales – Bike & 50/50 ............Ballroom Prefunction Area .......................................................and Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............Information Booth............................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Poker Run Check In/Out...................Ballroom Prefunction Area .......................................................and Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............GWRRA Recruiting Booth ..................Ballroom Prefunction Area 9 am – 5 pm ..............Door Prize Pickup.............................Hall 1 9 am – 5 pm ..............Manufacturer Demo Rides ................Demo Lot 9 am – 5 pm ..............Trade Show ......................................Halls 1 & 2 9 am – 11 am ............Bike Show Classification....................Conference Hall 10 am – 12 pm Drill Team Exhibition ........................Greenville Dowtown Airport, .......................................................100 Tower Drive 12 pm – 2 pm ............Hall of Fame Luncheon* ...................TBA 12:30 pm – 2 pm........Bike Show Staging............................Conference Hall 2 pm – 4 pm ..............Bike Show Judging & Awards............Conference Hall 4:30 pm ......................Daily 50/50 Drawing .......................Ballroom 7 pm – 8:30 pm..........Vocal Trash Returns!* .......................Ballroom
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Happy Birthday GWRRA By Nick Hoppner; updated from the June 2010 issue Looking at what one editor has called “the mighty GWRRA” from today’s perspective, you might mistakenly think the 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 36th 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 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 36th year of existence. Happy Birthday GWRRA! ●
Over the next few months on GWRRA’s website, we are going to ask a series of questions to find out why you belong to GWRRA. We appreciate your feedback as we try to enhance your GWRRA experience.
RIDING SEASON IS AROUND THE CORNER! WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING TYPES OF RIDES DO YOU PLAN ON TAKING? 945 RESPONSES
Less than 50 miles! ................3% More then 50 miles ............33% Overnight rides ......................12% 2 days or longer ................52% To participate in next month’s question go to:
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RULES FOR 2013 “Where’s Wingy” Contest For GWRRA Members:
WIN $50! Here’s how the contest works: You can find “Wingy” anywhere in your Wing World magazine! Follow these instructions: Find “Wingy” (shown here). Then: Email your entry to: contest@wingworldmag.com or you may mail your entry to: WW June “Wingy” Contest, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. All entries must be received before June 4th, 2013.
Entries must include your name, mailing address, phone number, GWRRA membership number and the following: • The page number on which “Wingy” is located. • The location on the page where “Wingy” was found. A winner will be randomly chosen on June 13th; 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 2013 issue of Wing World magazine. Limit one entry and winner per issue! So, enjoy the search! And while you are busy looking for “Wingy”, we’re sure you will find tons of interesting goodies along the way! So, whatcha waiting for? Good luck and Happy Hunting! Legal stuff: Contest will run, starting with the January 2010 issue of Wing World magazine, and may be discontinued without notice by the publisher. By participating in this contest, entrants agree to the specific rules, terms and conditions provided for this particular contest as stated in the Rules given here. ELIGIBILITY AND ODDS OF WINNING: No purchase necessary to enter. Limit one entry per Member. Multiple entries will not improve chances of winning. Contests are open to any member of GWRRA, except employees of GWRRA, IBVC, affiliates, subsidiaries, and successor companies, contest sponsors, advertisers and/or promotion agencies, contest prize suppliers, participating advertisers and immediate family members of anyone so situated. “Immediate family members” shall include spouses, siblings, parents, children, grandparents, and grandchildren, whether as “in-laws”, or by current or past marriage, remarriage, adoption, co-habitation or other familial extension, and any other persons residing at the same household location, whether or not related.
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By M. Linda Lee for the Greenville CVB; photos courtesy of the Greenville CBV
With an enviable location in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and a temperate climate year-round, the Greenville area is perfectly positioned for outdoor adventures. So when you’re visiting for Wing Ding 35 this July—whether you prefer to take a peaceful walk through an urban park or raft through roiling whitewater—you can do all this and much more in the natural paradise that surrounds our city! And you don’t even have to venture out of town to start your outdoors adventure. Falls Park in the West End makes the perfect place to get a close-up view of the Reedy River’s 60-foot waterfall. Then follow the path through Falls Park to connect to Cleveland Park, the location of the Greenville Zoo (greenvillezoo.com). While you’re there,
from Greenville Glides (greenvillesegwaytours.com) and design your own self-guided tour. Outside the City The surrounding mountains hide hundreds of waterfalls, lakes, rivers and hiking trails—a veritable Eden for lovers of the great outdoors. So hop on your Gold Wing and take a ride. North of Greenville, the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway (Highway 11) traces a former Cherokee footpath 130 miles through rolling terrain from Fair Play to Gaffney. Along the way, you’ll pass dense forests, roadside fruit stands and some of the state’s best parks: Table Rock, Caesars Head and Keowee-
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be sure to visit Kiko, the zoo’s new baby Masai giraffe. Next, take the path in the opposite direction, under Main Street toward the RiverPlace complex and pick up the 17.5-mile Swamp Rabbit Trail, which continues north to its end point in Travelers Rest. And take note that several local outfitters rent bikes to ride on the trail (greenvillerec.com/ swamprabbit). To the south, the Swamp Rabbit Trail stretches to Lake Conestee Nature Park (conesteepark.com), 400 acres of forests and Reedy River wetlands that, in 2010, the National Audubon Society designated as an Important Bird Area of Global Significance. But if it’s downtown Greenville you’d rather explore, take a walk down Main Street or sightsee at a clip-clop via a horse-drawn carriage ride. You can even rent a Segway 88
Toxaway. These parks make great stops, as does Victoria Valley Vineyards, where you can taste local wine, picnic and drink in views of the mountainside grape vines (victoriavalleyvineyards.com). From Highway 11, head up to Sassafras Mountain (via US-178 North) on the North Carolina border for some awe-inspiring panoramas. The highest point in South Carolina, at 3,560 feet, Sassafras features a deck overlook where, on a clear day, you can see parts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia. Then there’s the centerpiece and namesake of Table Rock State Park, a flat, granite summit the Cherokee believe was used by the Great Spirit as a dining table. And towering over it, at 3,200 feet above sea level, is Caesars Wing World
Head, which draws visitors for its lovely views year-round. In fact, bird watchers flock here in the fall to see the thousands of hawks that migrate to this area each year. And if you want to also do some serious hiking, Caesars Head connects to the pristine woodlands of Jones Gap State Park to form the 11,000-acre Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area. You can even tackle part, or all, of the demanding 77-mile Foothills Trail, which runs from Table Rock State Park to Oconee State Park (six vehicle access points make it easy to hike the trail in sections; foothillstrail.org). Then there’s Keowee-Toxaway State Park, which borders the 18,273-acre man-made Lake Keowee. With 300 miles of shoreline, Keowee is a popular place for fishing and watersports. And just north of Greenville, you can also hike numerous trails and rent pedal boats on the lake at Paris Mountain State Park (for information on all state parks, visit southcarolinaparks.com). If it’s an all-around hot day, more watery fun awaits you at Lake Hartwell (near Clemson) and Lake Jocassee (north of Lake Keowee). In addition, Twin Lakes Recreation Area is a popular spot to launch boats on Lake Hartwell while Devils Fork State Park at Lake Jocassee offers some of the area’s best trout fishing. And actually, Jocassee Lake Tours (jocasseelaketours.com) can set you up with any number of experiences—from an easy kayak paddle to a tour
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Saluda River with options from Saluda River Rafting Adventures (Saluda, NC; saludariverrafting.com). And for more watery fun, test your mettle on the Chattooga National Wild and Scenic River, west of Greenville in Oconee County. Running for 40 miles along the western border of South Carolina, the Chattooga River crisscrosses back and forth into Georgia as it flows down from a height of 3,000 feet at Whiteside Mountain in North Carolina to 950 feet at Lake Tugaloo, on the Georgia/South Carolina line. You have the choice of floating down placid waters or pitting your skills against Class 4 and 5 rapids on the river’s most challenging sections. The towns of Mountain Rest and Long Creek are departure points for guided rafting trips (oconeecountry.com/chattoogariver.html). Rather just admire the water instead? Then seek out some of the area’s many waterfalls. Whether they plunge down a steep mountainside or tumble down a gentler slope over a rock-strewn creek bed, the myriad waterfalls in the Upcountry delight nature lovers and photographers alike. Some 30 accessible waterfalls grace Greenville, Oconee and Pickens counties in western South Carolina. Some can be reached by a simple walk through the forest; others require a strenuous uphill hike but reward the effort with breathtaking views. So strike out on your own or sign up for a day or overnight hiking excursion with
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Susan Gray at Carolina Waterfall & that includes swimming in Courtesy of the Scenic Tours (864-201-8395). Find locabracingly cold waterfalls. Greenville Zoo; tions and information about area waterfalls And, knowing that advenby Darrell online at discoversouthcarolina.com and ture is key, Carolina Adventure Snow. sctrails.net/trails/alltrails/waterfalls/waterfalls.html. Tours (Travelers Rest; catoursc.com) and Green River Adventures (Saluda, Why Not Stay Awhile… NC; greenriveradventures.com) can also assist you. So while you’re visiting Greenville, don’t just sit For instance, discover the beauty and wildlife of the Jocassee Gorges—named one of the “50 of the World’s Last Great around—get out and enjoy all the outdoor summertime fun Places” by National Geographic magazine—in Carolina the area has to offer! In fact, why not consider spending Adventure Tours’ off-road vehicles. And true adrenaline some extra time here after the convention so you can make junkies can get their fix by maneuvering an inflatable kayak sure to experience it all? For more information about activities and tours, check through the whitewater of the upper Green River on one of Green River Adventures’ guided trips. If relaxation when online at VisitGreenvilleSC.com or call (800) 717-0023 or ● cooling off is more your thing, then simply tube down the (864) 233-0461. June 2013
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That the Couple of the Year Program is Expanding to Include an Overseas Couple of the Year… GWRRA and the Membership Enhancement Program have wanted to incorporate the Overseas Countries in the Couple of the Year Program for several years. At Wing Ding 34 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, there was a meeting between GWRRA President, Abel Gallardo, GWRRA Director, Jere Goodman, Former GWRRA Director, Mike Stiger, Global Affairs Directors, Dan and Rachael Sanderovich, Membership Enhancement Program Directors, Ed and Linda Johnson and International Couple of the year Coordinator Steven Hollingsworth. We were able to speak openly and discuss ways an Overseas Couple of the Year could be selected and incorporated into the Couple of the Year Program. In order to expand the Couple of the Year Program into countries outside the United States and Canada, it was necessary to establish new guidelines for the selection of an Overseas Couple of the Year as many countries do not have Districts or Regions where selection processes can be held. While much of the criteria in the Overseas Couple Selection Process mirror the current “Couple of the Year Manual”, there are significant differences in the overall selection process. The Overseas Couple of the Year Selection Process is an adden-
dum to the current “Couple of the Year Manual”. The selection of the Overseas Couple will be completed prior to Wing Ding. The Overseas Couple of the Year will be recognized and make an oral presentation, if applicable, at the International Couple of the Year Selection and the Overseas Delegate Reception at Wing Ding. They will not be scored or participate in the International Couple of the Year Selection but will receive the same recognition and awards as the International Couple of the Year. They will also be included in all Region Couple activities each year at Wing Ding. The addition of an Overseas Couple of the Year will increase the participation in the Couple of the Year Program and make it more FUN and rewarding for all Members of GWRRA! We appreciate the input and suggestions that have been made and we hope you will continue to support the Couple of the Year Program. This year at Wing Ding 35, GWRRA will be recognizing an Overseas Couple as the Overseas Couple of the Year. This will be the first time an Overseas Couple has been selected and will receive this honor. We hope you are planning to attend Wing Ding 35 and will join us in welcoming the first Overseas Couple of the Year and support the International Couple of the Year Selection! ●
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1977 GL1000. Candy Apple Red. 47K mi. Vetter fairing and saddlebags. Just tuned and new battery; good tires. (320) 693-7669 or zimmy111@hutchtel.net. Darwin, MN. 1985 GL1200 Interstate. 49K mi. Wineberry. With rotor lights, luggage rack, road lights and vent wings. New battery, water pump and fork tubes. Never down; looks good and runs well. $2,900. Bill. billgatley@aol.com or (602) 494-0439. 1985 GL1200 Aspencade. Blue/black/chrome. 64K mi. Garaged; maintained; runs well; exc. cond. A beauty; leather like new! Backrest, aux driving lights, Kuryakyn pegs, hi-rise clear windshield. Floor lift and full cover included. Many extras. $4,460. Ron.(814) 864-8391. Erie, PA. 1986 GL1200 Interstate. Wineberry. 65K mi. 102
New tires, battery, fork seals. J&M CB intercom w/ matching black custom helmets, driver’s adjustable backrest, AM/FM/CD player, floorboards, hwy pegs. New stator at 43K mi. Extra windshields. Full service just completed. This bike is ready to go cross country. $5,600 firm. (602) 460-8687. Phoenix, AZ. 1990 GL1500. Burgundy. 101,000 mi. Comes w/ matching trailer w/ murals. Well taken care of; too nice for 1990. CB, all the right trimmings, wood grain dash and everything else. $4,800. (920) 564-2413 or pomongna@gmail.com. WI. 1993 Gold Wing. 86K mi. Road Sofa seat and backrest, trailer hitch wired. New tires. CB and CD changer, floorboards. New service on bike in January. Asking $5,000. Bruce. (336) 837-0414. Winston Salem, NC. 1995 Gold Wing SE. Lavender. New tires; less than 2K miles on them. Surefire generator, some extra lights. Never been laid down; has a few scratches, but minor. To best of my knowledge, 90% original equip.; Apex Motors has all the maintenance history. Asking $7,000. jdighc@msn.com. 1996 GL1500SE. Magenta. 66K mi. Exc. cond.; garage-kept. Custom hand-painted pinstriping, Ring of Fire, extra chrome, Tulsa oversized vented windshield, modulating rear brake light, many extras, recent carb overhaul, comes w/ full and half cover plus matching 30 cu. ft. cargo trailer. Pics avail. $7,500 obo. John. (919) 363-2012 or jrsalter@bellsouth.net. Apex, NC.
1997 GL1500SE. White. 72K mi. CB, air horns, Air Wings, hwy boards. New tires. Health forces sale. $6,500. (419) 565-8900. OH. 1998 GL1500SE. Silver. 57K mi. Exc. cond. New F4 tall windshield, like new tires, brakes and battery, many extras. Call for details and pics. $7,500. (715) 572-0551 or mhct@charter.net. WI. 1998 GL1500 Aspencade. Candy Red. 50K mi. One owner; mint cond. Many extras. Maint. current. Beautiful bike. $6,400. Pics avail. (708) 672-8705 or irish4648@att.net. IL. 1999 GL1500SE. Silver. 30K mi. Runs and looks like new. Extras include lights, shifter boards and good tires. Orig. owner; well-maintained. Bob. (631) 475-4509. Medford, NY. 2000 Valkyrie Interstate. Blue and silver. Under 27K mi. Küryakyn hwy pegs, CB, 4-way speakers. $7,500. EricnVicki@att.net. 2001 GL1800 w/ matching 1998 Bushtec trailer. Yellow. 37K mi. Many extras. Always garaged. Email for details and pics. $11,000. rebowen16652@verizon.net or (714) 848-6702, leave message. Huntington Beach, CA. 2002 GL1800 w/ matching Aerodyne trailer and Pitbull hydraulic lift. Pearl Orange. 40K mi. Awesome combination—always draws attention. Bike striped by “Wild Bill”. Chromed, stripped. Comes w/ three matching helmets, com-sets, etc. Always garaged and covered. Many extras; too much to list! Disability forces sale. Email for details and pics. $13,750. (973) 464-8711 or outsides4me@yahoo.com. NJ. 2003 GL1800A. Black. 46K mi. Many extras, ABS brakes, Honda fog lights, Honda CB, Honda AM/FM w/ 6-CD changer, Delphi XM radio, Garmin Streetpilot 2610 and much more. $11,995. Walt. (912) 484-6309. Savannah, GA. 2003 GL1800 w/ matching Bushtec Quantum trailer. Candy Apple Red. 55K mi. Vertical receiver hitch, heim joint, helmets (2 ea., XL), manual, fog lights, battery gauge and other extras. $13,500. Jayme. (832) 969-0681. Houston, TX. 2004 Honda Silver Wing, 600cc, automatic. Burgundy. 7,900 mi. Tall windshield, detachable trunk case, CB and radio. Exc. cond.; garage kept. Asking $4,500. Pics avail upon request. (843) 7500396. SC. 2004 GL1800. Titanium. 36K mi. All Baker Built Air Wings, LED green lights, towing package, trailer hitch w/ luggage rack, driver backrest, foot pegs for touring and lots of extras. Asking $11,000. Ken. (330) 559-3517. Youngstown, OH. Wing World
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2004 GL1800. Red. 44,600 mi. CB, backrest, passenger adjustable floorboards, armrests, trunk rack, Ring of Fire lights, fog lights, LED lights and more. $10,900. (727) 804-4873. Lakeland, FL. 2005 GL1800. Silver std. 20K mi. Flawless, side wind deflectors. Amsoil serviced; good tires, title. Health forces sale; let’s talk. $13,900; friend will help w/ shipping or free airport pick-up and overnight room. David. (360) 920-8793. Bellingham, WA. 2005 GL1800, non-ABS. Burgundy. 19K mi. Fog lights, saddlebag lights and spoiler. Exc. cond. $14,500. Dave. bikerpdn@yahoo.com or (513) 741-6700. 2006 GL1800. Titanium. 60K mi. ABS/GPS/CB, Premium Sound, heated seats and grips, backrest, luggage rack, Traxxion Suspension, Centramatic wheel balancers, fog and LED lights, trailer hitch. $15,000. (719) 689-5695. Colorado Springs, CO.
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$350, including shipping. (770) 358-3673.
2002 GL1800 w/ Champion conv. White. 75K mi. Comes w/ Starlight 19 trailer. Always garaged. All Honda accessories, nose and fender covers. Engine runs strong. Pics avail. (407) 788-0942 or jcohen36@cfl.rr.com. Located in Longwood, FL.
2003 GL1800 Gold Wing all rear parts from a trike conv. Illusion Blue. Saddlebags, rear end, etc. $1,100 obo. Pics upon request. (812) 521-5347 (ask for Carol) or ckillion63@hotmail.com.
2002 GL1800 w/ Motor Trike conv. Slip Screen Silver. 64K mi. EZ-Steer, CB/radio/intercom, 6-track CD, heated grips, lots of accessories. Comes w/ matching Escapade Elite trailer, Nolan helmets and much more. Exc. cond. $24,000. David. (423) 3463021 or freelsd@highland.net. 2006 GL1800 w/ Champion conv. Black w/ matching Bushnell trailer. 31K mi. Garage-kept. Heated seats, heated handgrips, 6-CD player, travel bags and extras. $30,000 obo. Felix. (951) 603-3375 or cka23860@gmail.com. Corona, CA. TRAILERS AND SIDECARS
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1987 Honda GL1200 Aspencade w/ Motor Trike conv. Comes w/ matching trailer. Call for details and pricing. Bob. (863) 852-5493. 1990 GL1500SE w/ California Sidecar conv. Comes w/ matching luggage trailer. Pearl White. 68K mi. Always garaged. Tulsa windshield w/ vent, backrest, rear armrests, CB, reverse. $10,000. (785) 5311293. 1990 GL1500 trike. Light Blue. 100K-plus mi.; has had the 100K tune-up so is in good cond. One owner. Lots of extras. EZ-Steer, closed-in wheels, wind wings, heel/toe shifter, floorboards for driver and passenger, trailer hitch CB/AM/FM radio, trunk rack, backrest, intercom for passenger, cruise control. Always garagekept. Just don’t ride it anymore; have some medical problems. Asking $6,500. Charles. Email trikedance@aol.com if interested for more info. Trike is in Florida panhandle. 1995 GL1500 w/ CSC trike conv. and matching Road Runner trailer. Two-tone Candy Apple Red. 176K mi. Lots of extras. Always garaged and well-maintained. $9,500. Hank. (714) 547-5278. CA. 1998 GL1500SE trike. Wine Red w/ Blackberry inlay. Many extras. 62K mi. Great cond. New front tire, battery and windshield. $14,000. Joe. (419) 929-8790. Located in New London, OH. 2001 Gold Wing trike w/ CSC kit (converted 08/2011). Yellow. 38,433 mi. Includes ground effects; has 5-1/2 degree rake, spoiler, headlight modulator, Utopia backrest and much more. Comes w/ 2001 Bushtec color-matching trailer. $25,000. Gerald. (770) 584-3292 or gandew@bellsouth.net. June 2013
2003 Bunkhouse trailer. Honda color. Includes cooler package, swivel coupler, black travel cover, 7-lamp chrome light bar, black bra, painted spare, chrome wheels and add-on den. Garaged. $3,500. Larry. (262) 723-5681 or hibs215@elknet.net. WI. Aluma TK 1 trike trailer. Priced at $2,500; a new one sells for $3,100. David. (423) 346-3021 or freelsd@highland.net. Motorcycle trailer w/ ramp and spare tire. Made in 2006; used about 6 times; garaged the entire time. Made by Nomanco, Inc. in Roann, IN. $1,350. Dale. (800) 571-5835. 2008 12-foot enclosed trailer. Like new. Black. Wheel chock. $4,000. (972) 743-0203. 2008 Time Out camper. Only used 4 times. Extra nice, but one support needs replacement, which I have. Make offer; must sell. (336) 835-3532. NC. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Black leather coat, size 48, w/ vest w/ snaps and “chain” straps, $250. Ron.(814) 864-8391. Erie, PA. Stock seats and passenger backrest for a 1999 Valkyrie Tourer, plus new Utopia drivers backrest w/ pouch. Seats are un-studded and in like-new cond. w/o flaws or sun fading. Pics avail upon request. $400, plus shipping. (303) 880-4842 or Flyingace@qwestoffice.net. Kliktronic electric gear changer. Removed from 2008 GL1800 and used less than 1 year. Very little modification if used on another 1800. Do not have installation instructions, but very simple—only 3 wires to connect. Cost new is around $800 (USD); will sell for
2008 new steering head for 1800, $50; 2004 used, low-mileage steering head for 1800, $25. Plus shipping. Bob. (603) 448-3707 or harryr70@hotmail.com. NH. 2012 GL1800 GEN. II New trike conv. take-off parts. Candy Red. Saddlebags, rear tire and wheel, rear end, shock, master cylinder. Will sell all or part. Email ndposton@socket.net for price. May be able to deliver, depending on location. MO. 2012 GL1800 all rear parts from a trike conversion. All new parts. White. Saddlebags w/ lights, rear end, etc. Can send pics. $1,000, plus shipping. Bob. (603) 448-3707 or harryr70@hotmail.com. NH. MISCELLANEOUS
If I Were You, published book based on true Bible, includes 2 places to purchase cure for cancer, diabetes, HIV, malaria, by pharmaceutical company. Horace. (915) 593-3253 or horacewinter@att.net. Capt. Bob Grant’s [USN/MM (ret.)] latest book Salty Dog, signed and numbered copies. Special for GWRRA Members, $12. Email captbobh2o2004@ yahoo.com Available for KINDLE. Preview at outskirtspress.com/saltydog Genuine Log Cabin in Pigeon Forge, TN for rent (daily, weekends or weekly). One bedroom/one bath. Ideal for honeymooners or couples that want to think and act like honeymooners. Special rates for GWRRA Members: VRBO #320973. This is a personal rental, not a business. Please check my website at tnlogcabinsforrent.com or call (800) 383-1401. Log home in Divide, Colorado for rent: daily, weekends or weekly. Three bedrooms, two baths, gas fireplace. Unbelievable mountain views. Ideal for that getaway vacation. Close to Pikes Peak, ski areas and shopping. Special rates for GWRRA Members. This is a private rental, not a business rental. Email us at jwheeler1760@aol.com or call (713) 305-1995 for details or pics. WANTED
Single male GWRRA Member looking for single female, non-smoker as riding and dinner companion in the Central Ohio area. (419) 565-1676.l ●
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EVENTS We list only GWRRA-sponsored and supported functions by category, name, date, location and contact person and information. For full details, including rally costs, we recommend you also visit 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, email editor@gwrra.org or mail to “Event & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027. To help assure inclusion, please include "Event" or "Events" in the subject line of an email. ***To best understand the EVENTS SUBMISSION DEADLINE, use the cover date (for example, September 2009); do not count that month (September); count back two months (in this case, August and July). Therefore, the fourth Friday of June is considered the fourth Friday the submission is due for the September issue.*** * Indicates new listing in this issue.
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NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS JULY 3 THROUGH JULY 6, 2013. WING DING 35 IN GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA. Join us for the annual GWRRA party and convention, including the world’s largest Gold Wing trade show, parades, Rider Ed courses and classes, seminars, parties, dancing, food, great riding and much more—all in a great city! Sign up now at www.wingding.org or call (800)843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (Phoenix area) to register now. MAY 10-12, 2013. EN-A's "Away Weekend" at the Wiltshire Hotel and Country Club, in Wiltshire, England. For more info, contact CD Robert "Buzz" Landragin at 07860 639185 (mobile) or robertlandragin@hotmail.com. Also, visit the gwrra.org.uk website.
FEBRUARY/MARCH 2014. A three-week tour of New Zealand, organized and escorted by Members of Chapter NZ-A. For more details, contact Ron Meiklen at vault@clear.net.nz. 104
MAY 24-26, 2013. After a huge success last year and over 600-plus attendees, the REGION “F”UN CONVENTION will be returning to the Dixie Center in St. George, UT. Again, the Region will be offering Rider Ed Games, Rider Education and Leadership Training Courses, Best Dressed Competition, plus more! See you there! For more info and online registration, visit the Region F website at gwrraregionf.org/node/54. AUGUST 1-4, 2013. Join us at the REGION L CONVENTION/RALLY on beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada. Convention will be held at the Causeway Bay Hotel, Summerside, PE (800-565-7829). Come for lots of fun, beautiful scenery and wonderful people. Pre-registration will be available early in 2013. For further details or registration, please contact Region L Directors Al and Valerie Tucker at avtuck@gmail.com or (902) 662-2276. Info online at canadianatlanticregion.org/ann.html. AUGUST 2-4, 2013. REGION J RALLY. Join us for the “World’s Biggest Region J Rally” hosted by Edmonton, Alberta’s Chapter AB-B in Westlock, Alberta (50 miles northwest of Edmonton). Camping on-site, indoor vendors, fireworks, Show and Shine, Gold Wing Olympics, social evenings, a Poker Ride in support of our Provincial Air Ambulance service and destination rides. Visit the Prairie area of Alberta with options to ride in the Rocky Mountains; the area is home to a number of tourist attractions dubbed as the world’s biggest, which will be included in some of our rides. Online registration at gwrra.ca. Email for info to info@gwrra.ca or contact Chapter Director, Ted Brooks, at (780) 349-1093 or chapterdirectors@gwrra.ca. AUGUST 8-10, 2013. REGION E RALLY “Wing ’n It West” in Norfok, NE. For more info, call Bruce Beeman at (507) 438-7063. AUGUST 16-18, 2013 / Le 16 au 18 Aout, 2013. REGION K’s CENTRAL CANADA CENTRE RENDEZVOUS (français suive). Host Chapter: ON-O / Chapitre hôte CD Drew and Jeanette Ferguson dferguson@bmts.com. Location: Convention will be held at the
Kiwanis Whispering Pines Campground, Hwy 6, Hepworth Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada. Off the shores of Georgian Bay, come ride the Bruce Grey county scenic roads with the famous Bruce Trail, Inglis Falls and the Tall ship to be in port. For regis and program, visit Regionk.ca or contact Bob Pinet at bpinet@sympatico.ca. / Au large des côtes du Baie Gorgian, rouler les routes panoramiques du comté de Bruce Grey avec le célèbre sentier Bruce, Inglis Falls et les grands voiliers son pour être dans le port. Pour les hôtels d’inscription et le programme, visitez www. regionk.ca ou contactez-nous à bpinet@sympatico.ca. Bob Pinet RD.
DISTRICT EVENTS MAY 9-11, 2013. INDIANA DISTRICT’s “Spring Wing Warm Up 2013” at the Boone County Fairgrounds between Indianapolis and Lafayette, IN. Camping, seminars, Bike Show, music, food, vendors and FRIENDS. Visit Indianaonwings.org for more info and registration or contact Lee Tieche at (812) 579-6500.
MAY 17-18, 2013. KENTUCKY DISTRICT RIDE-IN at Crossroad Campgrounds [(270) 737-7600 or (800) 9756521; all camping registrations handled by campground facility; $15/night per tent] in Elizabethtown, KY. Come join us for a weekend of fun and relaxation, camping with old friends and making new friends as you participate in the Light Parade, scenic ride, swap meet, games, Coffee and Pancake Breakfast, door prizes and much more! Grilled dinner Saturday night/$10; must pre-register. Registration form available at gwrraky.com. Also at campgrounds is a pool, horseshoes and more. For more info, contact Jack and Janice Dozier at (270) 351-1118 or kydist@yahoo.com. MAY 23-25, 2013. ARKANSAS DISTICT CONVENTION in Harrison, AR. For information, contact Johnny Glasscock at (870) 623-4578 or director@argwrra.org. MAY 30-JUNE 1, 2013. MISSOURI DISTRICT CONVENTION. Come “Wing the Ozarks” in fantastic Branson, MO! Some of the best motorcycle riding in the central States can be found around Branson, so come enjoy some of the incredible guided tours. Plus, there’ll be great vendors, door prizes and big discounts at great local restaurants. Co-hosting hotels with special rates for GWRRA are: Southern Oaks (417) 335-8108 and AmazINN (417) 334-2300. For more info, contact Bruce and Sherry Watkins at (573) 450-8050 or modirector@live.com. Also, visit mogwrra.org. JUNE 13-15, 2013. OREGON DISTRICT CONVENTION’s “Riding to the Sun” in Beautiful Bend, OR at Sundance Meadows Ranch. Please contact DD Mike Bean at (503) 951-2668 or, for more info and registration, go to gwrraoregondistrict.net. JUNE 13-15, 2013. GEORGIA DISTRICT CONVENTION. “Wing Fling” will be returning to Dillard, GA at the Dillard House Convention Center, and we hope you’ll join us at the corner of Hollywood & Kudzu Vine, where the theme is “Hollywood”. Come join us for lots of FUN, with games, vendors, Rider Ed and LT seminars, ice cream, dinner on Thursday night, Talent Show and much more. For more info, visit the Georgia District website at gwrra-ga.com or contact Tommy Wing World
Martin at (678) 725-1632 or georgiadd@gwrra-ga.com. JUNE 13-15, 2013. OHIO DISTRICT’s Buckeye Rally in Xenia, OH at the Green County Fairgrounds. Our theme is “30th Anniversary, Then & Now”. Come and join us on our “Roads to Adventure”! Any questions, please call DDs Lloyd or Becky Glydewell at (937) 322-7156 or (937) 360-3191 (cell).
AUGUST 1-3, 2013. ILLINOIS DISTRICT RALLY in Quincy, IL. Full regis includes: Pork Chop Dinner Thursday night, free lunch on Friday and Saturday, Ice Cream Social Friday Night, Memorial Balloon Release, Bike Show, Observation Rides, Poker Run, games, vendors and more! Sponsored by Niehaus Cycle Sales and hosted by American Best Value [Rate, $59; (217) 224-7733]. Regis w/ Saturday Night Buffet, $30 pp.; w/o, $20 pp. For more info, contact DD Mary Adams at hondagirl711@yahoo.com or visit gwrraildistrict.com.
JUNE 13-15, 2013. WEST VIRGINIA DISTRICT CONVENTION. Come join us for the great "Down Home Rally - Just Wing It" in Summersville, WV. Enjoy the beautiful West Virginia countryside and travel the longest expansion bridge in the Eastern Hemisphere---New River Gorge Bridge. We'll be offering LTP, MEP, MA and REP courses along with a Movie and Popcorn night and other FUN activities. Registration form located at wvgwrra.org, which includes a delicious Saturday buffet with pre-registration, so sign up early! For more info, contact DD Bill McCormick at (304) 598-0200 or bbamccormick@frontier.com.
AUGUST 1-3, 2013. MICHIGAN DISTRICT CONVENTION. “Cops & Robbers”, held in Midland, MI. Come join us for a great weekend, vendors, lighted bike parade, seminars, Bike Show and games. On-site camping available. Fairview Inn [(989) 631-0070] is the host hotel. Tickets available for raffle: Grand prize $10,000; $2,500 and $1,000. Three prizes will be drawn at Closing Ceremonies on Saturday. Register early and save. For more info, visit GWRRAMI.org or contact Kim Bargeron at (989) 689-5443.
JUNE 27-30, 2013. WYOMING DISTRICT CONVEN- TION’s “Ride the Trails of The Sundance Kid” in historic Sundance, WY. Don’t miss Devils Tower, the first national monument, and the scenic black hills of beautiful eastern WY; this is where The Sundance Kid called home. Come experience some true western hospitality; you won’t be disappointed. For further information, contact Dawna Hill at dada@bresnan.net or (307) 635-5227.
AUGUST 7-11, 2013. Fourth annual NY/NJ BI-STATE CONVENTION in Liverpool, NY. Excellent rides to scenic Finger Lakes, Adirondack Mountains, Lake Ontario shoreline and central NY. LTP, MFA/CPR and REP courses. NY & NJ Couples selection. Light parade. FUN social events every evening! Registration includes delicious Saturday evening banquet. Go to gwrra-ny.org for details or contact NY DDs Paul and Suzette Wood at (585) 343-8903 or gwrranydd@gmail.com.
JULY 18-21, 2013. WASHINGTON DISTRICT CONVENTION. Event will be held in Grandview, WA. For more info, contact Susie Hutchinson at (360) 870-0234 or franknsusie@yahoo.com.
AUGUST 8-10, 2013. KENTUCKY “BLAST” DISTRICT CONVENTION. “It’s 5 o’clock Somewhere” theme in Frankfort, KY. Ice cream social on Thursday, starting at 6 p.m. Many activities planned for the weekend, including a Light Parade and seminars. Also, you’ll find Goodies for sale, a Poker Hand table, Rider Ed, MED table and, of course, vendors! For more info, please visit gwrraky.com/index.html.
JULY 19-20, 2013. MINNESOTA DISTRICT RALLY in Winona, MN. For more info, contact Scott Mattson at (952) 930-3970 or jsmattson@usfamily.net. JULY 25-27, 2013. NEW ENGLAND DISTRICTS RALLY IX sponsored by the District Directors of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. Host hotel is Town & Country Motor Inn in Gorham, NH [(603) 466-3315 or (800) 325-4386 or townandcountryin.com]. Friday night ice cream “Sock Hop & Skit” following the theme of “’30s, ’40s and ’50s”. Get out those poodle skirts and blue jeans and dance your socks off! 50/50 raffle, scenic tours of White Mountains, Light Parade in town, vendors, game, seminars, classes, Saturady night banquet, rally bar and more! NOTE: No on-site full registration. For more info, contact DDs Ed and Denise Heath at (603) 934-4168 or nhg-gwrra@hotmail.com or visit newenglandrally.org. JULY 25-27, 2013. MONTANA DISTRICT CONVENTION. Come and join us in the scenic Flathead Lake Valley in Polson, MT. Polson is a short ride to Glacier National Park. Travel on the “Going-to-the-Sun” Road, one of the most scenic roads in America. The host hotel is the “KwaTaqNuk” Best Western Plus, which sets right on the banks of the Flathead Lake [(406)-883-3636]. Come and join us for some Flathead cherries or Huckleberry ice cream! For more info and registration, go to GWRRA-Mt or contact Henry Haagenson at (406) 656-1827) or HHinBigsky@aol.com. June 2013
AUGUST 15-17, 2013. COLORADO DISTRICT presents the 24th “Wingin’ the Rockies” Convention in Granby, CO! “Rocky Mountain High” is our theme this year at the Inn at SilverCreek! Enjoy scenic guided rides in Colorado Ski Country, vendors, a Dinner Event and much more! Don’t miss out on the fun! Lodging and Convention will be at the Inn at SilverCreek [(888) 878-3077 for lodging reservations]. Register AND make your hotel reservation early for a chance to win $200 cash! Find our registration form at coloradogwrra.com. Call Randall or Janet at (303) 933-6073 for info or email HookdOnDiz@aol.com. AUGUST 30-SEPTEMBER 1, 2013. CALIFORNIA DISTRICT's 30th Annual Convention is being hosted “Luau style” in historic Visalia, CA, the gateway to the Sierras. The convention is being held at the Holiday Inn Hotel, group code “GWR” [9000 W. Airport Dr., Visalia, CA 92377 (800-4654329)]. Please join us for some incredible rides, ARC & TRC classes, $1000 Cash Grand Prize, Master’s Luncheon, Bike Show, bingo and ice cream social. For more info, contact CA District Directors Vince and Pam Puterbaugh at (951) 4539867 or pamputerbaugh@gmail.com. Flyer available at gwrraca.org. SEPTEMBER 5-7, 2013. The PA DISTRICT CONVENTION is being held at the Eisenhower Hotel & Conference
Center in Gettysburg, PA [(717) 334-8121]. The theme is “Goldwinger’s Olympics, 2013”. Please send reservations to: Dana and Danise Hartle, D.D., 124 Apple Street, Punxsutawney, PA 15767 or email: dmhartle@comcast.net. Reservation cutoff date is August 26, 2013. Information available at gwrrapadist.org. SEPTEMBER 12-14, 2013. KANSAS DISTRICT CONVENTION at the Fairground in Abilene, KS. Lots of history in Abilene! For info, contact Garry VanBuskirk at (316) 321-0896 or triketalk@hotmail.com or see the Kansas District Newsletter. SEPTEMBER 26-28, 2013. NORTH CAROLINA DISTRICT’s 30th Annual Rally—a Mardi Gras party in Concord, NC! New “guided” and “unguided” riding tours, NASCAR tours, gold mining, on-site camping and much more. Thursday night Bike Parade welcomed in historic Concord; evening of entertainment, ice cream and shopping. Inside/outside vendors (largest this side of Mississippi River), Rider Ed and LT seminars, NC Drill Team Performance, Top Gun, Bike Show, and more! Full reg. includes chance to win $10,000; must be present to win. For more info, visit gwrranc.org or contact NC DDs Andrew and Vickie Butcher at (336) 861-7140 or ncdd111213@aol.com.
SEPTEMBER 27-28, 2013. IOWA DISTRICT CONVENTION at the Honey Creek Resort State Park/Rathbun Lake in Moravia, IA. GWRRA Lodge Room Rate is $79, plus tax [(877) 677-3344; honeycreekresort.com). Registration cost is a free will cash donation, then you’ll ride through the scenic area of south-central Iowa. We’ll have several raffle items, such as tires, weekend getaways, etc. And, of course, we’ll have food! You can pre-register online at GWRRAIowa.com. Payment due at the convention. For more info, contact DDs Lonnie and Diane Borseth at (319) 631-8680 or borseth2wings@gmail.com. OCTOBER 10-12, 2013. VIRGINIA DISTRICT’s “Rally in the Valley” at the Salem Civic Center in Salem, VA. Lots of FUN, food, vendors and entertainment! This year’s theme is “VIRGINIA IS FOR RIDERS”. For details, contact Dennis Weston at dweston6@Verizon.net or (757) 4168479 or visit gwrrava.org. OCTOBER 17-19, 2013. MISSISSIPPI DISTRICT CONVENTION. We’re going to the beautiful beaches of Gulfport, MS to the Courtyard Marriott, Beachfront. (Special room rates; rates increase after September 1. Our theme is “Disco Wings”. Come join the fun and experience ARC, ERC, Trike course, Amazing Team Challenge, Drill Team Exhibition, vendors, games, seminars, Talent Show, Lighted Bike Parade, Bike Show, Disco Party and much, much more! Grand prize of $2,000 cash, 50/25/25 drawing. For more info, visit miss.gwrra-regiona.org or contact Bobby Bryant at (601) 9190920 or rbigdog4@aol.com.
CHAPTER EVENTS MAY 4, 2013. MO-B2’s “Dragon Ride” in Versailles, MO. For more info, contact Glenn White at (573) 378-7100. MAY 11, 2013. LA-M Event held at the American Legion Post 27 on Highway 112, DeRidder, LA. For further info, 105
please contact Mickey Searels at searels@netscape.net. MAY 17-18, 2013. TN-C’s 2013 “Steakout” at Roane Mountain State Park, Roane Mountain, TN. For more info, contact Junior Watts at (423) 239-3867 or Richard Pendleton at (423) 245-8484. MAY 17-20, 2013. BC-G is hosting the 22nd Annual “Victoria Days Family Reunion Rally” again in Salmon Arm, BC, on the shores of beautiful Shushwap Lake. Rally location is at the Salmon Arm Water Slide & RV Park, and the Best Western Motel right next door. For more info, call CDs Kirk and Kathy Elliott at (250) 374-2583. MAY 18, 2013. GA-D’s Motorist Awareness Event in Cumming, GA. For more info, contact Jim Elrod at (770) 893-8078 or jimelrod@ellijay.com. MAY 18, 2013. AR-L’s (the “Toad Suck Riders”), 25th Annual “Toadsuck Friendship Convention/Rally” at ToadSuck Park in Conway, AR. 10am - 2pm. For more info, contact Bud and Jan Danner at (501) 730-0827 or buddydanner@gmail.com. MAY 24-26, 2013. Welcome all to WA-L’s 28th Annual “Desert Spring Fling” at the Benton County Fairgrounds in Kennewick, WA. Motels are available. On-site camping, RV
parking (no dumps). Info on website at gwrra-wa-l.org or contact Lloyd Finley at (509) 948-2063 or email jloparco@charter.net or Chapter.L.Events@gmail.com.
MAY 31-JUNE 1, 2013. NC-P2 (Forest City) and NCY (Morganton) Second Annual “Hillbilly Hoedown” at Catawba Meadows Park in Morganton, NC. Self-guided scenic rides, lawn games, music, walking trails, canoeing, rafting and zip lines available on-site. Friday night Bean Supper, Saturday night steak/pork steak dinner, Dual Chapter gathering on Saturday evening with BIG POT 50/50 drawing. $20/pp for weekend includes FREE CAMPING! Host hotel within 5 minutes of venue; $20 discount per night. For more info, contact George Huttman at (828) 855-0677 or Mike Humphries at (704) 300-5585 or email inktyme@msn.com for registration form. JUNE 1, 2013. NC-W’s Rockingham County Wings First Responder’s Scholarship Rally in Wentworth, NC. For more info, contact Glenn Fargis at (336) 635-6564 or gfargis@triad.rr.com. JUNE 22, 2013. IN-K’s 5th Annual Fun’d “Run for Breast Cancer Research”. Registration starts at 9 a.m. (donuts and coffee provided) at The Downtowner Restaurant, 2200 Elmwood Ave, Lafayett, IN. $25/bike; $35 w/ passenger. First bike out at 10:30 a.m.; ride approx. 80 miles. Registration covers
PHOTO TOURS & OTHER TOURS 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, email editor@gwrra.org or mail to “Events & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027.
PHOTO TOURS OPEN ENDING DATE. CO-J’s “COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN GRAND PASS TOUR” is back! Come enjoy riding in our beautiful mountains. Ride a minimum of 7 passes and take a picture of your bike in front of the summit sign. Pins are $7 for the rider and $3 for co-rider (when mailed together). Details can be found at www.gwrraco-j.org or you can contact Debbie or Alan Gustafson at 3071 S. Danube St., Aurora, CO 80013 or call (720) 331-5214. 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, see website wa-h.org/WA20H20720Pass20Photo20Tour.htm or contact Steve Munro at munrosa@hughes.net. 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 web-
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site,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, VA221513105. (703) 354-3880. OPEN ENDING DATE: WA-V’s “WATERFALL TOUR”. Collect three recent photos of waterfalls including your bike, and/or yourself and/or co-rider. Flyer at http://gwrra-wav.org. Write Sharon Parr, 4521 53rd St E, Tacoma, WA 98443 (253) 922-7497 e-mail scollin@yahoo.com. OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-E’s “LIGHTHOUSE PHOTO TOUR.” Photos of three different lighthouses with bike in fore-ground 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.
food after ride. Games, food, silent auction. For more info, contact Mike at (765) 586-6156 or Rick at (765) 427-2319. SEPTEMBER 13-14, 2013. TN-C’s “Wings Across Tennessee”. For more info, contact Tom Jarrell at (423) 3830339 or Richard Pendleton at (423) 245-8484.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2013. IA-E's “Chicken Run”. Enjoy nice scenic ride, meet new friends, enjoy lunch and fun games to be played. Registration at 9 a.m. at the Danville, IA Community Center. For more info, contact CDs Linda and Mike Huppenbauer at (319) 758-1134 or huppwingers@ gmail.com or Activity Coordinators Gary and Val Duckstein at (319) 752-5758 or garyvalduck@mediacombb.net. SEPTEMBER 28, 2013. CA-1Z’s 17th Annual 8 Ball Poker Run and Ride. Starting at Cycle Gear in Temecula, CA. At registration, coffee and donuts available to tide you over for taking our ride over the beautiful hills and valleys and on to our final destination—Rainbow Oaks Cafe and Park. Chairs and tables provided. Grand prizes, raffles, food (included), games and 50/25/25 drawings will round out the day’s activities. For additional info, contact CD Ginger Merritt at (951) 285-3597 or gmerritt@gmail.com. ●
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. Flyer at http://gwrra-wav.org.Write Sharon Parr, 4521 53rd St E, Tacoma, WA 98443. (253) 922-7497 e-mail scollin@yahoo.com. 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@cableone.net. Web site: www.bigskyregioni.org. OPEN ENDING DATE. LOUISIANA’S “USA GRAND TOUR.” Any five consecutive states’ welcome sign. Merlin & Beverly
Mayon, 985-519-1524, or e-mail merlinmayon@att.net. Website: www.ladist.org. OPEN ENDING DATE. LOUISIANA’S “WORLD’S LONGEST BRIDGE” Tour. Toll receipt from the bridge master at Pontchartrain Bridge. Merlin & Beverly Mayon, 985-519-1524, or e-mail merlinmayon@att.net.. Website:www.ladist.org. 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
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66” Tour. Three Route 66 signs. Glenda Wittner, 2540 Markwardt Street, Joplin, MO 64801. (417) 781-7163.
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) 554-6138. Email zephyr70@comcast.net. OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-O’s “FIVE CORNER RUN.”Photos of five corners of the state. Contact John Scrivner, 2642NE Old Belfair Highway, Belfair, WA 98528. (360) 275-8606. 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, WA98366-8329. (360) 871-7025. Email: fort@gwrra-wao.org.Web site: http://www.gwrra-wao.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 Jim & Judy Brown, 1317 E
McKinney St., Neosho MO 64850. (417) 389-2346. Email: jimbrown_68@yahoo.com. OPEN ENDING DATE. ME-F’s “FOUR CORNERS” TOUR. Points N, S, E, W. T. Contact Jeff Gifford, RR #3, Box494, Lincoln, ME 00457. OPEN ENDING DATE. MO-T’s “GET YOUR KICKS ON ROUTE
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. 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. 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 orgetkj@lakefield.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 website at http://gwrragaa.com. Send photo as an attach-ment to an email (include your GWRRA Chapter, names of people in the photo, location, and date photo was taken) to poitour@earthlink.net.
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.veri-zon.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. 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.
OTHER TOURS THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2012. “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
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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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. MI-G2's BAKE-EM TOUR. Towns, villages, etc. to spell “bake-em.” Contact Jim Ludwick, 475 South Isabella Road, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 or ludwi1bj@local-net.com.
HALL OF FAME ALLEN, DONALD ........................FAIRFIELD, CA BIBLE MIKE ................................LAFAYETTE, IN BOLDT, CLARA................................TOLEDO, IA CARSON, JOHN ....................JACKSONVILLE, IL CARTER, DAVID......................CRYSTAL LAKE, IL COLEMAN, CHARLES ..........TRAVELERS REST, SC COLLINS, JIMMY ..................GREEN VALLEY, AZ DODD, JOSH ........................HOKES BLUFF, AL DODD, KACEY........................HOKES BLUFF, AL ELLIOTT, KIRK ..........................KAMLOOPS, BC FISHER, STEVEN ..................HUTCHINSON, MN GOINS, SHERWOOD ..................DRY CREEK, LA GRANT, KEN ............................PENSACOLA, FL GREER, KARLA........................JONESBORO, GA HEAP KEVIN ..............................HANOVER, MN HEWITT, DAVID ................................MESA, AZ HOLTON, DEAN........................LOUISBURG, NC HOWELL JR, RICHARD........ALBUQUERQUE, NM HUMPHREY, ROBERT ..............CLARKSVILLE, AR HUTCHENS, JIM..................PLEASANT VIEW, TN HUTCHENS, SHIRRIN ..........PLEASANT VIEW, TN JOHNSON, ED ..............................BRISTOL, VA JOHNSON, LINDA..........................BRISTOL, VA KNUDTSON, KAREN..................MASON CITY, IA KNUDTSON, RONALD ..............MASON CITY, IA KOLASKE, NEAL ......................MILWAUKEE, WI LANTZ, CHARLES ........................WOOSTER, OH LEWIS, EDWARD ........................CONCORD, NH
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.
LEWIS, JUDITH ..........................CONCORD, NH LYMAN, KIT ....................................HEMET, CA MCNABB, CHARLES ..............SPRINGFIELD, MO MYTINGER, DAVID................INDIANAPOLIS, IN PANTER, JIM ................................CANTON, OH PRESTON, JOHN ......................KNOXVILLE, TN RASMUSSEN, DELORES ........MINNEAPOLIS, MN RENNICK, BOB ..............KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC ROBERTS, LOGAN ......................CHANDLER, AZ SHARP, GAYLORD ..................SIOUX FALLS, SD SHRADER, ROBERT................SAN ANTONIO, FL SIMMONS, WILLIAM ..................NEWBERN, TN SMITH, BRUCE ........................ST THOMAS, ON SMITH, STEVEN..................................YORK, SC SWANSON, LLOYD ............OKLAHOMA CITY, OK TABER, FRANK ..................PORT ORCHARD, WA TAYLOR, HOWIE ................WESLEY CHAPEL, FL TAYLOR, JOHN ......................JOHNSTOWN, CO THAYER, GARY......................MCDONOUGH, GA TOWNSLEY, RICHARD ..............HARLINGEN, TX VAILLANCOURT, MICHEL............MONTROSE, CO WAER SR, ALLAN ....................MESHOPPEN, PA WHITE, KIRBY ..........................BURGOON, OH WILLIAMS, BOYCE ............HOLIDAY ISLAND, AR WILSON, JOYCE ..........................GADSDEN, AL WILSON, KERRY ..........................GADSDEN, AL ZAKRAJSEK, MARTIN RICHLAND, WA
Charles Barker GWRRA # 169093 Jasper, AL John Danielson GWRRA # 101273 Jefferson, IA Stan Haydu GWRRA # 347168 Taber, AB Mike Jackson GWRRA # 303492 Dallas, NC Calvin Johnson GWRRA #274509 Mechanicsburg, PA Dean Northup GWRRA # 183342 Schenectady, NY John Rowland GWRRA # 346475 Maple Hill, NC David Watson GWRRA # 051662 Boise, ID
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ADAMS, LELAND........................................BANDERA, TX ADKINS, ALLAN........................................SHERIDAN, MI ADKINS, TERRY............................................TUPELO, MS ALBERT, FRANK ............................................KODAK, TN ALCORN, CLAYTON ....................................SEDALIA, MO ALEXANDER, STEVE............................WEST MONROE, LA ALG, CECIL ..................................................HARVEY, ND ALLHANDS, JERRY ......................................WATSEKA, IL ANDERSON, HARRY ..............................MELBOURNE, FL ANDREU, VICENTE ......................................HIALEAH, FL ARTHUR, KENNY ..............................................ADA, OK AUSTIN, JOSEPH..........................................DUDLEY, NC BAHRENBURG, ED ....................CHENANGO BRIDGE, NY BAKER, GARY ..........................................RIVERVIEW, FL BALES, WILLIAM......................................CORRYTON, TN BARR, MICHAEL ..................................BURLINGTON, ON BARRINGTON, BOB................................YAZOO CITY, MS BATSON, RONALD ..............................PORT ORANGE, FL BEASON, RUFUS ....................................COLUMBUS, MS BELANGER, DEAN........................................ABRAMS, WI BELINOSKI, SAM ......................................HOUSTON, TX BENOIT JR, PERCY........................................HOUMA, LA BENTT, WALLACE ..........................SHERWOOD PARK, AB BEVENS SR, JAMES ....................................LONDON, OH BIBLE, DENNIS......................................BLAIRSVILLE, GA BIDDLINGMEIER, DEBORAH ............................TROY, MO BILL, ROY............................................THE VILLAGES, FL 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, DONALD ....................................EL MIRAGE, AZ BRODBECK, DENNY ........................................MIAMI, FL BROEKER, RICHARD ................................HERNANDO, FL BROWN JR, WILLIE ..................................EASTOVER, NC BROWN, GORDON ......................................DALTON, GA BRYANT, ROY ....................................ROCKY MOUNT, NC BUZICK, TONEY ........................MARQUETTE HEIGHTS, IL CAMPUS, PHYLLIS ................................WILMINGTON, IL CARLTON, WINSTON ................................WAUCHULA, FL CARR, DAVID............................................POMEROY, OH CHADWICK, GARLAND ..............................CARRIERE, MS CHAMPION, DAVID ............CONCEPTION BAY SOUTH, NL CHAPMAN, ETA ................................................ALBIA, IA CHAPMAN, JIM................................................ALBIA, IA CLARK, CRYSTAL ........................................KOKOMO, IN CLARK, DOUGLAS........................................TAHUYA, WA CLAYTON, KELLY........................................WALLACE, WV CLINE, STEVE..........................................LEXINGTON, NC COLE, ALICE............................................SOUTHSIDE, AL COLE, DEWEY..........................................SOUTHSIDE, AL COLE, KENTON ..............................................LOMAX, IL 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 COWAN, LARRY ........................................SHAWNEE, OK COX, ROBERT ............................................BIDWELL, OH CYR, ALLEN..............................................SABATTUS, ME DANELLS, CALVIN ................................DARTMOUTH, NS DANNER, ARNOLD ................................FORT WAYNE, IN DAVIES, JACK ............................................BELFAIR, WA DAVIES, MARK..............................................LAVEEN, AZ DAVIS, WOODY ..........................................CANTON, GA DAY, JAMES ..........................................LOS LUNAS, NM DEAL, AARON ............................................NEWNAN, GA DEMPSEY, RENEE..................................NEW MARKET, AL DEWBERRY, CARL ................................MOORES HILL, IN DICKSON III, JOSEPH ......................NEWPORT NEWS, VA DIDWAY, TOM ........................................RICHLAND, WA DOLLARHIDE, HARRY ....................KILL DEVIL HILLS, NC DOMAS, GARY ......................................KENNEWICK, WA DONALDSON, DANNY ................................NICEVILLE, FL DUDLEY, VERNON ......................................RALEIGH, NC DUFNER, LAINE ........................................SPOKANE, WA DULL SR, 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 ELLISON, GEORGE ........................................WAYNE, MI ELMORE, JOYCE ......................................LOVELAND, CO EMBREE, BLAIR................................PORT WILLIAMS, NS EPPERSON, MELVIN..............................SAN MARCOS, CA FINLEY, LLOYD......................................KENNEWICK, WA FLETCHER, TOM ............................................DALLAS, TX FOLLETT, RICHARD ............................GUNTERSVILLE, AL
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FORD, EJ ..................................................LA PORTE, IN FORTINI, JOHN ..........................................LUDLOW, MA FOX, RONALD ........................................CHEYENNE, WY FRANSON, JANICE ..............................INDIANAPOLIS, IN FREEDLE JR, RUSSELL ............................LEXINGTON, NC FRITZ, DANIEL ..............................FREDERICKSBURG, VA FULCER JR, EARL ....................................PEWAUKEE, WI GALLO, FRANK ..........................................LUDLOW, MA GALLOWAY, RANDY ........................MURFREESBORO, TN 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 GORDON, HELEN ....................................HOPE HULL, AL GORMLEY, DAVID ........................................TUCSON, AZ GRACE, DON ......................................................ELY, NV GRAYBILL, EVELYN ..................................ANDERSON, IN GRAZIER, EDWARD ....................................SMYRNA, TN GRAZIER, MARY ANN ..................................SMYRNA, TN GREENING JIM,..........................WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI GREER, ROBERT ....................................JONESBORO, GA GRENINGER, RICK ......................................OWASSO, OK GRENINGER, ROBIN ..................................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 GRUBEN, DAN ......................HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, AR GULLEY, WILLIAM ................................ROGERSVILLE, AL GULSETH, RANDY..................................TWO RIVERS, WI HAASE, LORNE ........................................HARRIETTA, MI HALL, SPENCER ..........................................DOTHAN, AL HALLER, PAUL ........................................BELLEVILLE, ON HALLETT, LOUIS ......................................GREEN BAY, WI HAMEL, ROBERT ........................................LACONIA, NH HAMILTON, J B..............................................ALBION, IL HAMMOND, TERRY ....................................HIBBING, MN HAMMOND, THOMAS............................IDAHO FALLS, ID HARE, RONALD ......................................LA CROSSE, WI HARIG, BRAD ..........................................EMMONS, MN HARRIS, J R ............................................INVERNESS, FL HARRIS, RACHEL......................................INVERNESS, FL HARTMAN, RAY 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HURLEY, ROGER ................................WEST MILTON, OH HUSSEY, JAMES ......................................MARIANNA, FL HYDE, ROBERT ......................................PLYMOUTH, MN HYDE, ROBIN ........................................PLYMOUTH, MN JACKSON, JIM ..............................................SMITHS, AL JACOBS JR, HAROLD ..............................PLYMOUTH, MI JAMES, JIMMIE ..................................HEDGESVILLE, WV JARRELL, THOMAS ..................................BLUFF CITY, TN JEFFERIES, THOMAS ............................SACRAMENTO, CA JENKINS, BOBBY ....................................PINEVILLE, WV JETTE, GENO ......................................ORANGE PARK, FL JIMENEZ, ANGEL ......................................SAN JUAN, PR JOHNSON, GAIL ..........................................PEORIA, AZ JOHNSON, ROBERT ......................................PEORIA, AZ JOHNSON, STEVE ..................................SILVERDALE, WA JONES, JIM................................................HASKELL, OK JOSE, RALPH ................................................FARGO, ND KALAHER, TERRY........................................GILLESPIE, IL
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................................COLDBROOK, NS MARTIN, TOMMY ....................................BUCKHEAD, GA MARTINI, DENNIS ..................................MANSFIELD, TX MASTERS, JAN......................................SOUTH BEND, IN MASTERS, LARRY ..................................SOUTH BEND, IN MATTSON, SCOTT ......................................HOPKINS, MN MAUTERER, EDDIE ..........................DIAMONDHEAD, MS MCBRIDE, DWIGHT ........................OKLAHOMA CITY, OK MCCLINTOCK, PAULINE ..................................CASCO, MI MCCOY, HOLLIE ..................................SAINT MARYS, WV MCDANIEL, IMA............................................CROSBY, TX MCDONALD, RICHARD ....................BROKEN ARROW, OK MCGARY, KYLE ....................................BENTLEYVILLE, PA MCGLOTHLIN, JOHN ..................................SMYRNA, TN MCKENZIE, ROY ........................................BUCKLEY, WA MCMAHAN, JIMMY..............................RIO RANCHO, NM MCMICHAEL SR, 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You decide to take a road trip to Washington, D.C., to visit the capital and its many museums in order to learn more about the United States Presidents. As you start out on your journey, you decide to try to see if you can remember (from your elementary school days, no less) the first twenty Presidents of the U.S. (some with even their first name). Search here to see if you can find all twenty of them.
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Answer to Last Month’s Wordsearch Puzzle...
Did you find all of the “first signs of spring” you noticed, and were trying to keep mental track of, as you were riding along some lovely back roads on your first ride of the year? If not, here is the answer key for that puzzle, located on page 101 of the May 2013 issue of Wing World. June 2013
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815-625-6763 815-455-3942 815-432-3121 815-235-3538 618-238-4324 847-313-5659 618-466-8307 618-244-7420 815-589-3651 847-520-1526 309-342-0073 217-763-2471 815-222-3577 573-288-5342 618-282-4262 217-822-6984 618-985-6687 815-447-2284 618-456-2306 217-787-0072 618-292-0971 708-403-8307 309-347-4912 708-287-5613
INDIANA TIECHE, E* REMLEY, W* BROWN, J MONROE, R TOWNSEND, G MILLER, D LAMLEY, D* HUNTER, L* WILLIAMS, D SIPE, B JONES, R SNAPP, E KONOPINSKI, J MCMAIN, G* BIBLE, M NEWMAN, T*
812-579-6500 765-362-6765 812-347-3252 765-651-1523 317-690-1966 419-258-9374 260-337-0007 765-425-5213 812-849-6569 574-372-3200 419-238-0498 812-576-2105 574-674-5635 765-452-9077 765-586-6156 765-966-8722
IN-L2 IN-M IN-M2 IN-N2 IN-O IN-O2 IN-Q2 IN-R2 IN-S2 IN-T IN-T2 IN-U IN-U2 IN-W IN-Z
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KEITH, J KIEFNER, D* HODSON, D SPAULDING, D CASSITTY SR, R WHETSTONE, J CASE, K DEKOCK, H BERG, V MICHEAU, W CUSTER, S* CRIPE, S ALEXANDER, G BARKER, O MCMURRY, R
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IOWA CITY DES MOINES CHEROKEE MASON CITY BURLINGTON CEDAR RAPIDS OTTUMWA WATERLOO DAVENPORT SHELDON FT DODGE
D/D KS-A KS-B KS-C KS-F KS-H KS-P KS-Q
EMPORIA WICHITA GARDNER TOPEKA EL DORADO HUTCHINSON WICHITA ARKANSAS CITY
D/D KY-A KY-C KY-G KY-H KY-S KY-T KY-V KY-W KY-Y
RADCLIFF LOUISVILLE LEXINGTON FLORENCE SHELBYVILLE ELIZABETHTOWN PAINTSVILLE RICHMOND CORBIN MAYFIELD
D/D LA-A LA-B LA-C LA-D LA-E LA-F LA-H LA-J LA-K LA-M LA-O
MORGAN CITY BATON ROUGE LAFAYETTE SHREVEPORT WEST MONROE ALEXANDRIA SLIDELL HOUMA LAKE CHARLES METAIRIE DE RIDDER FRANKLINTON
D/D ME-A ME-C ME-D
SABATTUS SANFORD LEWISTON BANGOR
D/D MD-A MD-B MD-C MD-F MD-H MD-I MD-J MD-K MD-L
WALDORF BALTIMORE OXON HILL GLEN BURNIE HAGERSTOWN BEL AIR WALDORF ANNAPOLIS ELDERSBURG EASTON
D/D MA-A MA-F
WESTFORD WAKEFIELD BERKLEY
D/D MI-A MI-A2 MI-B2 MI-C MI-C2
RHODES STERLING HEIGHTS ANN ARBOR IMLAY CITY MONROE LUDINGTON
317-493-5541 812-882-4385 260-396-2333 812-294-1810 812-983-4209 574-273-3001 219-879-7242 219-987-3225 219-608-1148 260-726-9534 260-356-8922 574-825-1695 219-369-1694 317-727-1472 812-824-9302
IOWA BORSETH, L TILTON, M STOUT, R TOPP, M HUPPENBAUER, L WILSON, C CHAPMAN, J* BAHE, R LAKE, N VANDERPOL, G* HARRIS, R
319-337-7407 515-577-6275 712-445-2355 641-797-2951 319-758-1134 319-624-9172 641-932-7612 563-542-5911 309-798-2109 712-446-2430 515-571-1915
KANSAS SCHOECK, J BOCKHAUS, S* ROBERTSON, A CRAWFORD, R SHANNON, G MANN, T MCDONALD, D KISTLER, J
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985-384-2673 225-751-3735 337-380-9538 318-564-8010 318-855-4543 318-448-0967 985-871-5330 985-688-3449 337-842-7330 504-615-8503 337-370-8956 985-848-2926
MAINE CYR, A* CHEVALIER, R* ANDERSON, D HUTCHINSON, D
207-375-4811 207-651-4981 207-751-5221 207-745-6722
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301-374-9476 410-787-2584 301-423-1925 410-969-0372 301-491-0362 410-668-1318 301-934-1444 410-255-3672 410-848-8902 443-786-0074
MASSACHUSETTS LEBLOND, K ODIERNO, P GAZARD, M
978-692-1169 978-667-3776 508-789-1720
MICHIGAN BARGERON, K WHITTIER, R MORGAN, B BALDWIN-MARTIN, V DROZDOWSKI, J GENIA, B
989-689-5443 248-969-0595 734-216-5458 810-346-3541 734-322-5884 231-843-2118
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PORTAGE HOWELL CLARKSTON MARINE CITY DAVISON ROCKFORD EDMORE LIVONIA TAYLOR JACKSON CLARE CLIO BIG RAPIDS LANSING MUSKEGON HOLLAND SAULT STE MARIE CASS CITY CHARLOTTE IONIA BENTON HARBOR DETROIT ST. JOHNS MIDLAND CARO ADRIAN WAYNE HOUGHTON LAKE CHEBOYGAN
WING, D ROBINSON, R SPARLING, M BILLING, M KEPHART, L BOSTIC, E BEECH, K BARNES, K YANCY, M TAYLOR, T WENTZ, S* LINN, R REED, D HOPKINS, M FOLLETT, S KORTMAN, G KING, F* MCLEOD, A SWAN, A NUGENT, D OLSON, L* EDWARDS, C WALKER, T HEBNER II, R HENRY, J KINTNER, K HANSON, P PRINCE, D HILES, C
269-657-2946 248-255-5859 248-762-0856 810-329-4795 810-348-3702 616-791-4587 616-984-2593 313-467-8179 313-221-0883 517-262-1162 989-435-4753 810-239-5334 231-796-3716 517-655-4973 231-301-2171 616-895-4801 906-632-6644 989-874-5719 616-318-0478 616-897-7052 269-756-5721 313-537-1824 517-819-9722 989-667-5752 989-693-6938 517-265-2667 734-844-0679 989-873-4053 231-537-4752
MINNESOTA D/D MN-C MN-G MN-I MN-N MN-O MN-Q MN-R MN-S MN-W
HOPKINS LAKE CRYSTAL NORTHEAST TWIN CITIE GRAND RAPIDS SOUTH TWIN CITIES NW TWIN CITIES MAPLE GROVE AUSTIN OWATONNA BUFFALO
MATTSON, S WOELFEL, L REED, L ANTIKAINEN, D STINE, J GOHMANN, D HEAP, K KENNEY, D JENSEN, M ANGELL, D
952-930-3970 507-388-8887 651-773-5050 218-966-0483 651-343-8743 763-421-6882 763-242-4553 507-269-6098 507-451-3345 320-274-8711
NH-A NH-E NH-G NH-K
CONCORD KEENE LACONIA GORHAM
D/D NJ-A NJ-C NJ-D NJ-E NJ-F NJ-G NJ-H NJ-I
MORRIS PLAINS MILLVILLE MT. LAUREL BORDENTOWN, EGG HARBOR TWP FREEHOLD FLANDERS WATCHUNG TOMS RIVER
D/D NM-C NM-D NM-F NM-R NM-W
ALBUQUERQUE CLOVIS FARMINGTON ALBUQUERQUE SOUTHEAST ALBUQUERQUE
BRANDON GULFPORT COLUMBUS MERIDIAN VICKSBURG JACKSON BATESVILLE LAUREL MCCOMB TUPELO CARRIERE GREENVILLE HERNANDO DIAMONDHEAD
D/D MO-B MO-B2 MO-G MO-I MO-K MO-K MO-O MO-P MO-R MO-T MO-W MO-W2 MO-X MO-Z
JACKSON SPRINGFIELD SEDALIA JEFFERSON CITY JACKSON KANSAS CITY KANSAS CITY O’FALLON SULLIVAN CABOOL JOPLIN HARRISBURG ST PETERS NEOSHO ST LOUIS
BRYANT, R SWEETING, M WHEAT, D NORSKOV, B WARREN, R HARRISON, J ANDERSON, L CARR, W SIMMONS, E COOPER, R HUGHES, M JOHNSON, B TARVER, K SULLIVAN, P
601-919-0920 228-265-0262 662-328-2652 601-681-8473 601-638-6626 601-939-3466 662-832-0725 601-794-7417 601-876-0998 662-282-7641 601-590-1830 662-299-1579 601-278-8060 228-831-1385
573-450-8050 417-860-4526 660-826-6693 573-659-4641 573-547-7110 816-898-0739 913-481-7051 314-402-8271 573-732-5719 417-254-0285 417-776-7386 573-875-0660 636-332-6051 417-389-2346 314-409-1528
MONTANA D/D MT-B MT-G MT-M
BILLINGS BILLINGS GREAT FALLS MISSOULA
HAAGENSON, H BONNETT, C SHANHOLTZ, K HINTZ, G
406-656-1827 406-256-9396 406-727-9130 406-251-5781
NEBRASKA D/D NE-C NE-NE NE-O NE-W
CROFTON COLUMBUS PLAINVIEW OMAHA SCOTTSBLUFF
D/D NV-A NV-E NV-H
ELY LAS VEGAS RENO ELKO
STEFFEN, C KRUEGER, T RISLING, D STEGNER, G KNODE, S
402-357-3704 402-447-2793 605-665-7526 402-884-5999 308-436-1977
NEVADA GRACE, D MENZEL, J FARRINGTON, M PRICE, D
775-289-3620 702-256-0212 775-747-7477 775-777-9207
NEW HAMPSHIRE D/D
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HEATH, E
SMITH, S SEDLAK, K CAMIRE, D DEAN, L LORD, T MALONE, B HAYS, B CORREIA, R SINGER, M
973-539-7161 609-618-4178 856-581-3171 609-298-4026 609-312-2699 732-202-8883 973-927-3844 973-923-1876 732-349-7183
NEW MEXICO MORRISON, K JOHNSTON, P DAVIS, R HALL, R BROWN, B BACHMAN, D
505-922-9250 575-769-3419 505-632-1331 505-220-0284 575-706-1831 505-899-4572
NEW YORK D/D NY-D NY-F NY-G NY-H NY-K NY-L NY-N NY-T NY-U NY-W NY-X NY-Y
BATAVIA CENTRAL SQUARE ITHACA HALFMOON YOUNGSTOWN HAUPAUGH EARLTON SARATOGA SPRINGS TABERG JAMESTOWN ROCHESTER NEWBURGH BINGHAMTON
WOOD JR, P* MAKAI, R SCHROTH, R MCGINNESS, M PRICE, W AYLWARD, R EIGHMEY, D NUTTING, S FLETCHER, D SPOON, W EAMES, G BREAU, P PERRY, D
585-343-8903 315-506-0340 607-739-5421 518-376-8061 716-625-9577 516-449-8299 845-679-7423 518-587-1076 315-865-4458 716-763-9417 585-748-3953 845-562-8327 607-765-7744
NORTH CAROLINA
MISSOURI WATKINS, B KENNEDY, B LAKE, K LUECKENOTTE, K* WHITE, G FULFOR, D HUMPHRIES, J KAUFMANN, G DAWSON, J MONKS, K LITTLE, S* ALBIN, D ROTHERMICH, J BROWN, J SULLIVAN, M
603-624-0268 603-357-0270 603-393-5674 603-482-3252
NEW JERSEY
MISSISSIPPI D/D MS-B MS-C MS-D MS-E MS-F MS-J MS-L MS-M MS-N MS-O MS-Q MS-Y MS-Z
BOLSTER, D YOUNG, R HEATH, E GULA, G
603-393-5674
D/D NC-A NC-A2 NC-B2 NC-C NC-C2 NC-D NC-D2 NC-E NC-E2 NC-F NC-F2 NC-G NC-G2 NC-H2 NC-I NC-K2 NC-L NC-L2 NC-M NC-M2 NC-N NC-O2 NC-P2 NC-Q NC-Q2 NC-R NC-S2 NC-T2 NC-U2 NC-V NC-W NC-X NC-X2 NC-Y NC-Y2 NC-Z
ARCHDALE GREENSBORO LEXINGTON WINSTON-SALEM CHARLOTTE SMITHFIELD GREENVILLE NEW BERN CARY ELIZABETH CITY JACKSONVILLE GARNER HIGH POINT WAYNESVILLE DURHAM ASHEVILLE FAYETTEVILLE GASTONIA MOORESVILLE SALISBURY HENDERSONVILLE BURLINGTON HICKORY FOREST CITY WILMINGTON DUNN/BENSON THOMASVILLE SANFORD ALBEMARLE LAURINBURG STATESVILLE EDEN WAKE FOREST WILKESBORO MORGANTON MONROE ROCKY MOUNT
BUTCHER, A WORLAND, K DEZARN, R BEESON, V WRIGHT, T BARBOUR, R MANNING, R LUCIER, L SCOTT, A MALLORY, K COOK, A LANE, S ROBINSON, J WHEELER, C JACKSON, C HILL, T BEELER, P MYERS, W JOHNSON, M KLUTTZ, R KING, B JENNINGS, L CHAPMAN, R HUMPHRIES, M PORTER, D LEE JR, F BOLES JR, R WOMACK, B HATLEY, R SOWARDS, L PRICHARD, J FARGIS, G RICHARDS, R DANCY, R HUTTMAN, G BROWN, M WAHL, C
336-861-7140 336-310-3159 336-969-2180 336-618-5701 704-392-2656 919-422-1094 252-752-4520 252-244-1988 919-362-0019 252-338-1062 910-330-2651 919-279-5758 336-565-9468 828-734-8495 919-732-2454 828-675-9517 910-484-7308 704-483-5241 704-263-9841 704-278-4806 828-891-3930 919-732-7961 828-256-7192 704-434-9873 910-547-0990 910-292-3149 336-764-4707 919-499-1352 704-385-9318 910-875-8315 828-632-8367 336-635-6564 919-435-8050 336-372-4739 828-855-0677 704-779-8590 252-937-7540
HOPKINS BISMARCK FARGO
D/D OH-A OH-A3 OH-B OH-B3 OH-C3 OH-D3 OH-E2 OH-F OH-F3 OH-G2 OH-H2 OH-H3 OH-I
STREETSBORO FINDLAY MARIETTA MANSFIELD OBETZ STRONGSVILLE MARYSVILLE CINCINNATI FAIRBORN LANCASTER MANTUA GARFIELD HTS PROCTORVILLE WOOSTER
MATTSON, S THEURER, D HOGEN, S
952-930-3970 701-224-1966 701-281-0089
OHIO WILLIAMS, R MONDAY, M AYERS, J* WOODMANSEE, J FORD, W HICKS, J DENMAN, K* DIDDAY, C ROGERS, L CARPENTER, G* RAK, D RAIFORD, E VANDERHOOF, R BENJAMIN, R
WARREN DAYTON NEW PHILADELPHIA AUSTINTOWN DEFIANCE LIMA SABINA NEWARK MEDINA CIRCLEVILLE FREMONT KENT TROTWOOD CELINA ASHLAND WINTERSVILLE MARION BOWLING GREEN ATHENS MONROE MT. VERNON PAINESVILLE DELAWARE
D/D OK-B OK-E OK-G OK-I OK-J OK-K OK-L OK-M OK-N OK-P OK-W OK-X
SHAWNEE SHAWNEE TULSA BARTLESVILLE GLENPOOL GUTHRIE PONCA CITY LAWTON MUSKOGEE NORMAN CLAREMORE OKLAHOMA CITY STILLWATER
D/D OR-C OR-G OR-H OR-I OR-J
HUBBARD BEND SALEM HERMISTON OREGON CITY ALBANY
D/D PA-A PA-B PA-C PA-D PA-E PA-F PA-G PA-H PA-I PA-K PA-L PA-M PA-N PA-P PA-Q PA-R PA-S PA-T PA-V PA-W PA-X
PUNXSUTAWNEY KING OF PRUSSIA LITITZ CHAMBERSBURG CRANBERRY TWP BELLE VERNON BELLEFONTE ERIE BERWICK REYNOLDSVILLE DILLSBURG ALLENTOWN WILLIAMSPORT MEADVILLE PITTSBURGH PITTSFIELD SAYRE ALTOONA SOMERSET HANOVER EVERETT TUNKHANNOCK
D/D RI-A RI-B
LINCOLN MIDDLETOWN WARWICK
D/D SC-A SC-F SC-G SC-H SC-I SC-J SC-K SC-M SC-O SC-P SC-Q SC-S SC-T SC-V
TRAVELERS REST ANDERSON EASLEY CHARLESTON YORK CLEMSON MYRTLE BEACH SPARTANBURG GREENWOOD CHESTERFIELD LEXINGTON AIKEN NEWBERRY GREER SUMTER
D/D SD-L
CROFTON SIOUX FALLS
STOCKTON, R* EBRIGHT, D THORNTON, G JONES, R LIME, J SANDERS, R LANGAN, J DAY, R MARCINKO, R HUFFMAN JR, B* WHITE, K KELLER, J SCHATZBERG, L GEHRLICH, D CARPENTER, D STRAKA, T* NEWLAND, J BECKER, T* SWITZER, J YAPLE, P SLONAKER, D ZINGELMANN, M BITEMAN, J
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Do you have a good, clear photograph of your pride and joy? This section of Wing World is designed to show off as many bikes as possible. Give us information about your Gold Wing; start with the basics of its year, model and color, then tell a little about what is special about your bike. Send your description and photos to: Wing World Editorial Department, 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027, or via email to editor@gwrra.org.
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1997 Valkyrie This bike is a fully equipped Vakyrie, and this photo of it was taken at a lake while touring Ohio. The bike has belonged to Wayne Taylor (GWRRA #142838, of Canton, Ohio) for the last 14 years and was even featured on the MotorEagles.com website as a “Feather Bike of the Month”.
2003 GL1800 This photo of our (Royce and Debbie Blackshear, GWRRA #258682, of Levelland, Texas) Titanium Wing was taken in June of last year in California on Highway 1 during our 10-day trip to celebrate our 31st anniversary. We took this same route on our honeymoon in 1981— but in a cage. Our destinations included Rancho Palos Verdes, Morro Bay (our favorite spot), Carmel-by-the-Sea and San Francisco—and we can proudly say this 3,000mile trip is now checked off our bucket list!
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2012 GL1800 This is a picture of my (Larry Jordan, GWRRA #360398 of Jacksonville, Florida) Metallic Blue 2012 Gold Wing. I took it while I was taking a break from a beautiful wintertime ride one Saturday morning in Jacksonville. The temperature was 74 degrees F and sunny, and that’s the St. Johns River flowing in the background beyond the dock.
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Lots of Wings! My name is Kevin Maddox (GWRRA #364849, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania), and I’m a new Member of Chapter PA-B. I started working in the Honda shop in Lancaster in 1987 (am currently the Sales/GM) and have owned and been riding Wings since 1989. I’ve owned over 15 Wings so far and think I’m about halfway there. I hope to enjoy many years to come with GWRRA and my local Chapters!
1975 GL1000 My (Dave McDonley, GWRRA #359206, of Hartsville, Indiana) wife, Donnie, and I ride an Antares Red 1975 GL1000 Gold Wing numbered 11081 (first year of the Gold Wing). It has only 32,500 miles on it and runs like a top. I’ve added a few things to the original bike, like the Hondaline saddlebags and trunk (not shown here) and more. This photo is from a ride I took to the Brown County Indiana State Park in October of last year; it’s a wonderful place to ride some hilly, curvy roads—and there are lots of places to stop, rest and enjoy the view. Happy trails!
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Wings—Old and New I (Tim Tobin, GWRRA #354246, of Apopka, Florida) am a Member of my local Chapter, FL1-W, and this photo is of my two Gold Wings—a 1982 GL1100 Aspencade (left) and a 2002 GL1800. I’ve been riding for years, and the Gold Wing has always been my favorite bike. The older bike is silver, and I’ve nicknamed it the Silver Streak. The ’02 is Black Beauty. I also ride my Wings as a Patriot Guard Rider and as a Rescue Rider, which is a group of volunteers who ride in groups as the medical person in case of an emergency. 117
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NEWEST PRODUCTS (see website) F6B+GL1800 TINT OR CLEAR F4 SCRATCH RESISTANT WINDSHIELDS IN STOCK
ALWAYS FREE SHIPPING J&M HS-8154B GOLD WING HEADSET OPEN FACE OR FULL FACE W/1PC CORD
$6999
HONDA F6B & GL1800 GLOSS BLACK LED VERTICAL REAR LIGHTS W/ SMOKE LENSE
#3247
CENTRAMATIC GL1800 STAINLESS WHEEL BALANCERS GL1800 M/C GOLD WING TIRES AVON, BRIDGESTONE, DUNLOP LOWEST PRICES!
#MGW100102
$25999
#MGW100103
$17999
GL1800 TRIKE
(see website)
HONDA F6B & GL1800 GLOSS BLACK LED SADDLEBAG ACCENTS W/ SMOKE LENSE
#3249 #187416 GL1800 Performance Louvered Stainless 2pc Belly Pan. Protects exposed Coolant Tank and $7999 Engine Case.
UTOPIA GL1800 BACKREST 2001-2013
ALWAYS IN STOCK
(see website)
HONDA F6B & GL1800 GLOSS BLACK W/SMOKE LENSE LED REAR FENDER TIP
#3248
(see website) HONDA F6B CB KIT GL2WAY PERFORMANCE CB KIT
GL1800 LUGGAGE RACK + DELUXE BAG COMBO
#RBCOMBO
$10999
GARMIN ZUMO 665LM GPS WIDESCREEN NAVIGATOR
#910012
2012-2013 DELUXE 3PC CARPET KIT #GL18CA12 TRUNK + SADDLEBAG 3PC KIT $3999 #GL18TC12 TRUNK ONLY $2499
#LUGGCOMBO Luggage COMBO 3pc Carpet Kit + 3pc Luggage Liners $9999 #GL18CA GL1800 3pc Deluxe $3999 Carpets Only #GL183 GL1800 3pc Luggage Liners Only. With Reinforced Corners $5999
GARMIN ZUMO 660LM GPS WIDESCREEN NAVIGATOR
GARMIN ZUMO 350LM GPS NAVIGATOR
2001-2013 GL1800, F6B SMOKE LENS TURN SIGNALS
$79999 #910011
RIVCO GL1800 2001-2013 TRIPLE PLATED CHROME ARMRESTS
#GL18094
#180012 GL1800 Deluxe Trunk Lid + Saddlebag Lid Organizers 3pc COMBO . . . . . . . . . . .$4499 #18002 Saddlebag Only .$3499 #18001 Trunk Only . . . . .$2499
$64999 #910010
GOPRO HERO 3 BLACK EDITION HD VIDEO CAMERA
$27999 #424201
$69999 #TRNSMK
GL1800 2001-2013 CB, VOLUME, MIC ON/OFF PASSENGER CONTROL
$39900 #PSCRGL18
#F6B2
HIGH QUALITY BLACK DENIM CHAPTER VEST SIZE SM-6XL
$5499 #WSAL2963L $34 -$41
PREMIUM GOLD WING BLACK/GRAY TRIKE COVER
$10999 #18453
#F6B1 FACTORY HONDA OEM CB KIT
99
99
GOLD WING FULL COVER BLACK OR SILVER
$5999 #S500BK
$8199
$87999
AMERICAN STYLE L/S RIDING SHIRTS BLUE, WHITE, BLACK, BURGANDY
#LSBLXL
$1499
BLACK FULL + GRAY HALF GOLD WING COVER COMBO
$3999 #CVRCOMBO1
$6499
W W W. W I N G S T U F F. C O M Prices subject to change.