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Illusion Blue GL1800) and his son Aaron (on his 2003 GSX-R 600) during a trip to Deals Gap

Motorcycle Resort in North

Carolina. David says he nicknamed his Wing "Apollonia" and that,

together, he and Aaron slayed "The Tail Of The Dragon" last August.

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F e a t u r e s Steadymate Tie-Downs and Accessories ............................................................................16 How to Find—or Assure You’ve Found—a Reputable Repair Shop .............................42 NM-F’s First-Ever “Wing to Wing” Charity Run...............................................................49 On the Road to Bangladesh, Part II .....................................................................................57 My Winter Ride to the Gulf of Texas…Who Knew?.......................................................61 I n f o B y t e s Get Safe: Are You Really a Good Driver/Rider? ...............................................................22 Your Guide to Riding into Des Moines ..............................................................................24 A Complete Look at GWRRA Member Benefits ............................................................39 Des Moines CVB / Wing Ding 32 ........................................................................................53

Advertisers Listing .............................................77 Another Point of View ........................................7 Association Leader Listing ...............................81 Bragging Rights....................................................10 Classifieds.............................................................78 Events....................................................................79 Finishing Touches ................................................90 GWRRA Official Products...............................86

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GWRRA/Rescue Application...........................80 Hall of Fame ........................................................85 In Memoriam.......................................................85 In the Zone............................................................4 International News & Views ............................14 Just Jokin’..............................................................70 Motorcycle Goodies..........................................75 News Briefs .........................................................12

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Product Previews ...............................................20

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

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

Wing Ding 32 Application................................71

Wing Ding 32 Hotel & RV/Campsite List ....74

Wing Ding 32 Hotel Map.................................73 Workbench..........................................................28

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ABOUT THE COVER

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March 2010 • Volume 33 Issue 3

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

Some Serious—and Lighthearted —Questions I’ve Received wear a helmet (because it is not required by law and he or she chooses not to do so) and dies rather than sustains, and survives with, serious injuries? When the lawmakers finally address these questions and apply truthful answers to their lawmaking decisions, I will take a more solid stance on the subject.

ometimes situations arise when the words one writes sound very different in his or her own head than the way they read on paper to others. Such was the case in my February 2010 editorial when several readers took offense to the manner in which I presented some wording about anti-helmet laws and the choice of whether or not to wear a helmet. On the other hand, sometimes a picture is not worth a thousand words— and it actually needs an explanation to accompany it—such as the photo you see here.

In light of these “missed opportunities to better communicate with you”, I thought I’d take a moment to answer just a few of the questions I’ve recently received. Though most are serious, I also sprinkled in a lighthearted one just for fun. Okay, here goes my Q&A session with you.

Q: Why did you say someone should use “common sense” when choosing to wear or not wear a helmet? Wouldn’t using the word “knowledge” (as it pertains to the GWRRA motto) have been less demeaning? A: Having been born and raised in Northeast farm country, I suppose “common sense” has a different connotation for me than it does for some other folks throughout the country and the world. For example, if a very young child here stands behind a horse, he or she is not expected to have the common sense not to do so. However, if a 12- or 13year-old does the same thing, he or she is expected to have garnered enough knowledge (and advice, experience or whatever) to have not done so. In other words, he or she should have used common sense (a part of which includes knowledge) in making that decision. Though I didn’t intend to offend anyone, I agree that “knowledge” would have been a better word choice and I extend my sincere apologies to said readers. Q: Why don’t you “get off the fence” and choose regarding the wearing of a helmet and 4

support the laws that favor your choice? A: Because I’m not a clear supporter of either law. Let me explain… I feel that any anti-helmet law should directly equate with that state’s seatbelt law. If a state has an anti-helmet law, I feel it should also have an anti-seatbelt law, and vice versa in regard to mandating the wearing of a helmet or a seatbelt. As to whether or not a state requires the use of either protective measure, I honestly don’t care. Personally, I feel the wearing of seatbelts and helmets is wise; therefore, it doesn’t bother me if a law mandates their use. However, as adult citizens, I am more concerned that we retain our right to choose whatever level of personal safety we so desire. But though I lean toward anti-helmet laws, I only support them insomuch as there is a similar anti-seatbelt law. But while all this debate continues over whether or not to support anti-helmet laws, I believe a key piece of the puzzle remains missing. And when making up one’s mind on whether or not to support anti-helmet laws (or whether or not to support seatbelt laws), I believe it is imperative to follow the purse strings more closely. For instance, who saves money when someone wears a seatbelt (because it is required by law) and is therefore, in most instances, not more seriously injured? Who saves money when someone doesn’t

Q: I thought February’s cover article of "A Look at New Helmets, Headsets, and Audio Equipment" would be more interesting and informative. Why did it not have more detailed, intense coverage? A: As an almost entirely Member-written magazine, Wing World relies on the contributions of its readers. Otherwise—for instance, in order to get information to you about new products, etc.—we need to submit Q&As directly to manufacturers and distributors.Afterward, we do our best to extract as much pertinent information as possible from those forms in order to keep you up-to-date on new items. That said though, we are always eager to welcome new Member-written articles that are detailed and informative (from folks with experience and background in specific types of products, like helmets and headsets). For example we recently ran a wonderful, unsolicited article called “GPS Talk,Tips, and Things” (December 2009) by Member Ken Burkhalter, who has worked with GPS units and other technological devices for years. If you feel you may be qualified to write about Wing-related or general motorcycling-related items, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Q: Please set the record straight: A longtime buddy and I were working on his older bike and discussing whether or not the bike in the photo for your editorial each month is yours. Is the Wing that is associated with your column for the magazine only, or do you own and ride what appears to be a 1975 GL1000? A: Yes, the 1975 GL1000 is mine, and I do ride (though, as noted in 2009, not nearly as often as I'd like). Also, a lot of folks have also asked when I plan to update that photo, and all I can say is: As soon as I can get the time, and situation in which, to do so. ● Wing World

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ANOTHER POINT OF VIEW

The Leadership Training Division’s Summit 2010: Talk About Change!

e are very pleased to share with you the excitement created by the GWRRA Leadership Training Summit

this past January in Phoenix, Arizona. Ninety-four District and Region Leadership Trainers from across the U.S. and Canada attended this two-day training seminar. The purpose of this event was to educate our

Leaders on how to get back to the basics of GWRRA in order to create a FUN and exciting experience for all Members. The excitement and enthusiasm this Summit generated was incredible. I had intended on writing an entire article explaining more details about the Summit, but Montana District Trainer Harold Smith did such a great job describing it, I would like to instead share his article, below, with you. Thank you to all of you who attended!

Talk about change! This January it was my great fortune to attend the 2010 GWRRA LTD Summit. The day my wife, Esther, and I left for Arizona, it was 17 degrees F below zero. And factoring in the wind chill, it felt like minus 41 degrees F. That, folks, is pretty darned cold. Plus, there were eight inches of fresh snow on the ground! But a few hours later, we stepped out of Phoenix’s Sky Harbor Airport to shortsleeved weather of 70-plus degrees F! Imagine the irony—from 17 below to 71 above! And if the weather in Phoenix wasn’t enough to make the trip fantastic, the Summit certainly was. As a retired person, it had been awhile since I’d been to a corporate-sponsored meeting such as this Summit, so it was a good reminder of just how “supercharging” these events can be (and this one exceeded even my fondest memories of a corporate-sponsored event). Our National level Officers and our GWRRA Executives—we see their names in Wing World and hear their names spoken by our District and Region Officers. To have been shoulder-to-shoulder with them, shaking hands with them, and even being hugged by them was, to say the least, a very moving experience for this country kid from Montana. And what an eye-opener to find out these folks are, just like us, Gold Wing riders who enjoy the same type of things we do—just like “us folks out here in the hinterlands”. What sets them apart, however, is their enthusiasm, zeal, and commitment to making this Association we belong to a more beneficial, more responsive, and more fun organization for all of us Members! Now, I started off with the sentence “Talk about change!” The purpose of the 2010 GWRRA LTD Summit was to prepare LTD Trainers at all levels for a great change in the GWRRA organization. The name of that change is OCP—Officer Certification Program. An ambitious March 2010

Enjoy the Ride, Melissa Eason timetable—August 31, 2010—is being set to have all GWRRA Officers at every level certified under this Program. Soon, more information will be forthcoming on the OCP (including the calendar of scheduled presentations within each Region all over the U.S. and Canada). This is a fantastic opportunity not only for GWRRA Officers at all levels but also for every Member who has aspirations of becoming an Officer or who just wants to know what makes GWRRA tick and why. For instance, how often have you wondered, “What will it take to make this Region, District, or Chapter a more active, thriving, and fun organization?” Or how many times have you asked yourself, “Can we do that and, if so, how will GWRRA support us?” The answers to those questions, and a myriad more, are what OCP is all about. The Summit itself was a grueling two days of intense training, but it was well worth every moment and was not without its fun moments. Those included team building exercises, fantastic meals, and social gatherings. But most of all, the fun was just in being with the marvelous Members of GWRRA from all over the USA and Canada. There was even a “Rock Star” present—or at least a lady who truly rocks. A very special recognition—with a standing ovation, “hug-line”, and chants of PEGGY! PEGGY! that rocked the hall—was given to Peggy Lee, the lady who facilitated all of us to arrive safely from all corners, find our way to the Summit, and also see to the enjoyment of our stay in Phoenix. Peggy is just one example of the marvelous GWRRA staff that serves all of us as Members of this great organization. In closing, I’d like to say this was a fantastic event and I advise Chapter Directors and Trainers to contact their District Director in order to schedule an OCP presentation for the Members of their ● Chapter. It is an outstanding new Program! 7

I Enjoyed the Recent GPS Article have just finished reading the Ken Burkhalter article, “GPS Talk, Tips, and Things” in the December 2009 issue of Wing World (page 58) and enjoyed some of the technical improvements that have come about over the years. (By the way, Wing World is one of the major reasons that I am a Member of GWWRA. Keep up the great job.) I was very fortunate that my wife Jane bought the small Tom-Tom GPS three years ago for me, and I immediately glued one of the mounts onto my 1990 GL1500 Wing (120K miles). I have been using it all of the time since then. I am a retired Mack Trucks, Inc. guy, so I enjoy transporting trucks for the dealership company in my area of Pennsylvania. My Tom-Tom is portable; therefore, I use it all of the time whether in one of our cars, while driving trucks across the state or, most importantly, when on my Wing. After a short learning and confidence building period, I learned to trust it wholeheartedly. I know when to trust it and when to use my own judgment. That all said, I just thanked my wife again for deciding that I needed this device. After all, I know most roads and never get lost (ahem!); however, the best part is that I always know at a glance what my ETA will be while traveling, going to the mall, or working. (That said, I would not get a built-in GPS even if I did end up getting a newer Wing. I have ridden with one friend who barely used it because he never got around to programming it before he headed out). “Happy New Year” to the staff of Wing World.

Carson & Jane Frey GWRRA #169596 Germansville, PA

Just Wanted to Let GWRRA Members Know... thought I might let you know that The Wing Riders of South Africa celebrated its 25th year as an Association in 2009. Our yearly Wing Fling was held from the 2nd of October to the 9th of October last year in the small town called Witriver in Mapumalanga Province in the North Eastern part of South Africa. We compiled a little booklet on the history of our

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Association and presented it to all members who attended this year’s Wing Fling. We would appreciate if this could be made known in your next edition of Wing World. I am a Member of your organization since September of 2008 and just renewed my membership for another two years, mainly to obtain the Wing World on a regular basis, as I enjoy your magazine so much. I thank you in advance. André Engelbrecht GWRRA #302082 Strand, Rep of South Africa

Your Editorial Struck a Nerve (and Not a Good One) My reason for writing is to let you know how offended I was by what I believe to be some cheap shots you made in your February 2010 editorial “As the ‘Great Anti-Helmet Law Debate’ Continues…So What?” For instance, and I quote you: “..the fact of the matter is that you should use common sense when making the decision of whether or not to wear a helmet” is going far beyond merely implying that you are sitting in judgment of my common sense and riding capabilities. I will occasionally ride without a helmet. But something you need to know is that you will not find a rider more committed to safety. I am extremely picky about who I will ride with. Just because a rider wears a helmet does not mean I trust them not to cause an accident. My respect for a rider is in his riding skills and I feel that, as a group, we are often more comfortable pointing a finger at riders who “don’t wear what we wear” rather than looking at the riding mistakes a rider makes. Is that really fair? I am also very committed to certain safety equipment. For instance, I will not ride a motorcycle without ABS. However, I do not sit in judgment of all non-ABS Gold Wing riders as lacking common sense for riding without that safety feature. After all, how rude and insensitive that would be of me. We are supposed to be "friends" first. The thing is, we seem to hear a continuous stream of reminders of the “statistics” on the topic of helmet use. Where are the

statistics comparing the crash ratio for ABS bikes versus the non-ABS models? Also, I have yet to read or hear a single statistic on the unsafe use of trailers when we know towing a trailer can cause an accident. Riding without a helmet, however, is never the cause of an accident. Lastly, here is a statistic for you: “A motorcyclist is 10 times more likely to be killed in a serious accident than in a car.” So if you would like to utilize some of your common sense, sell your bike now and never ride again. If every one of us are willing to accept the risk of riding a motorcycle, then no other rider should criticize those of us who ride differently. To me that is hypocritical, and I would prefer not to listen to it. For instance, one statistic is that “if 100% of all motorcyclists wore a helmet 100% of the time, we would save 823 lives a year”. (NHTSA 2008) One could also ask, “How many lives will we save each year if no one rides a motorcycle?” The answer is 5,200. Is that what we want? In closing, I’d like to say that your article struck such a sensitive nerve with me that I felt it necessary to defend myself immediately. It is not my desire to offend anyone. And as I see it (I am a Level III rider with 140,000 safe miles), not everyone joined GWRRA to be a Level IV Master Rider. If we are going to accept all riders, all levels of training, and all levels of riding machines, then we need to teach tolerance of those who may ride differently than we do. Bob Mellinger GWRRA #164576 West Chester, OH [Ed. Note: While I reserve the right to respectfully disagree with some of Bob’s assessments, I do agree with several of them, including the fact that my phrasing of “…you should use common sense when making the decision of whether or not to wear a helmet” was judgmental. It left no room for the type of tolerance Bob later mentions. It could have been that I was riled up by the anti-helmet law blogs I’d just read or that I’d been pouring over dry statistics for quite awhile. Either way, I apologize. Just like Bob, it was “not my desire to ● offend anyone” either.] Wing World

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

A Honda Family for Sure

thought you might find this picture interesting. As you can see, we are a Honda family. We always have been, and we always will be. All of us in the picture ride, though the younger ones do not have licenses yet (they ride around the house on the 175 and can’t wait to get licenses). From left to right are: My nephew on my brother’s 1988 GL1500; me on my 1991 GL1500; my wife on my brother’s 1984 GL1200; my daughter on my dad’s 1982 GL1100; and my son on my wife’s 1970 175. Missing from the photo is my brother’s 1984 V45 Magna. By the way, the 1982 GL1100 was my first Gold Wing way back in 1982. Unfortunately, I totaled it at just 1,800 miles but my dad bought it back from the insurance company, and we fixed it up. Since then, Dad has passed away and it will soon be mine again. (Submitted by Matt Smith.)

65!). It’s what she loves to do and, since she’s had to go into a nursing home, this is how she remembers everyone and gets to reconnect. Well, my car was broken down that day, and I rode up on the bike. I told her that if she wanted to go (she had been scared to get on the bike in the past), she would have to climb on. Well, needless to say, she got on the bike with my help and she loved it! Now she had attended Chapter meetings with me in the past, and everyone had already adopted her as a mom and a grandmother! But she told me she had never learned to ride a bicycle when she was younger and, therefore, she had never even thought about getting on a Gold Wing. But afterward, she said if she had the chance again, she’d be ready to do it again! What a wonderful mom she has been—and a real trooper, too! (Submitted by Corky Lee, GWRRA #136497, Dunn-Benson, NC) Happy in Hawaii

There’s a First Time for Everything!

ere I am, and I do have some bragging rights! I took my mother Ernestine Lee on her very first motorcycle ride on August 5, 2009 (just 25 days from her 90th birthday on September 2nd!). We went on a 40-mile roundtrip ride from her nursing home at Mary Gran in Clinton, North Carolina to Salem Pizza in Salemburg, North Carolina to eat lunch. This particular lunch was a real enjoyment for her because it was a “cousin’s dinner”. Let me explain... For the last 20 years, some family members have had a “cousin’s dinner” the first Wednesday of every month. This tradition has grown and grown, and people travel over 100 miles just to be there (the youngest person there might be

his is a photo of the North Shore of O’ahu, Hawaii. We are John and Dee Ayers of Chapter A3 of Marietta Ohio, and we are the Chapter Directors of this great chapter. My wonderful wife turned 45 on November 28 and wanted to spend it somewhere warmer than southeastern Ohio in November and December. (Imagine that!) So she started saving for this trip early on and made arrangements to fly out on Thanksgiving Day to Hawaii. That Friday, we were picked up at the hotel in Honolulu by Hawaii’s Chapter Director Gary Kahn. He owns a Gold Wing rental business on the island, and we enjoyed riding the island on a 2008 Dark Red Metallic GL1800 Wing. (By the way, it was my idea to rent the Wing to get around the island!) We spent a total of ten days in Hawaii, and two of these days were spent on his Wing. The rest of the time, we rode on the Pride of America Cruise Ship. We wound up taking over 600-plus photos of all the great sites, and this was definitely a trip of a lifetime. Now all I’m left to wonder is where she’ll want to go for “the big 50?”! (Submitted by John Ayers, OH-A3 Chapter Director) ● Wing World

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New Chapter Chartered!

GWRRA welcomes the following new Chapter to our family! —Chapter KY-Z of Somerset, Kentucky, led by Chapter Directors Jeffrey and Alice Craig.

“Where’s Wingy” Contest Winner for January Issue

Congratulations are also in order for Colorado’s Chapter I, which recruited the most former Members. Congratulations to Chapter Director Thomas Harder and all the Members of CO-I! Their Chapter Charter fee will be paid for 2010, and each Member will receive a $10 discount on their Wing Ding registration. Congratulations to both Chapters—you’ve all done an awesome job!

Congratulations go to John Frey of Lewes, Delaware, for finding “Wingy” (seen here) on page 12 of the January 2010 issue. Wingy was located in the “International News & Views” entry entitled “Friends in China Would Like to Say ‘Hi’” (in the group photo; on the front of the T-shirt to left). John won $50; and you could, too! Just search for Wingy—he’ll be located in the magazine (most often in one of the ads) in each month’s issue—and send in your entry. (For complete rules and eligibility requirements, see page 77 of this issue.)

—For any Chapter that didn’t win, don’t lose heart! We still have the New Member Yearlong Recruitment Contest that continues through November 1, 2010. The winning Chapter of this contest will receive their Chapter Charter fee paid for 2011; each Member of the Chapter will receive 50% off their Wing Ding registration for Wing Ding 2011; and the Chapter will receive the traveling trophy cup with engraved Chapter name plate for one year. So take heart…there’s still plenty of time for your Chapter to win!

Don’t Forget!:

Just a quick reminder to check the “Wing Ding 32 Hotel & RV/Campsite List” each month (page 74 of this issue) since some hotels have recently dropped their rates. These include: the Holiday Inn Express – Altoona, which lowered its rate to $129 and the Hilton Garden Inn – Urbandale/Johnston and TownePlace Suites by Marriott, which both lowered their rates to $109. Also, please note that hotels are filling up fast—including the Embassy Suites, which is now sold out!

Please Charge the Same Entry Fee for Members of GWRRA’s Sister Organization

With the riding season fast approaching—and the many Region, District, and Chapter Events that time of year includes—please remember that Trike Riders International (TRI) is GWRRA’s sister organization. Please be sure that, when you are holding any type of GWRRA event, you charge the same amount for TRI Members as you would for GWRRA Members. This includes Chapter, District, and Region rallies as well as Wing Ding or any type of event at which there is a fee. This is one way we can recognize the members of TRI and show our respect for members of our sister organization.

The Chapter “New Member Yearlong Recruitment Contest”

Please keep in mind that for the Chapter that has recruited the most NEW MEMBERS by November 1, 2010: ● Their Chapter Charter fee will be paid for 2011. ● Each Chapter Member will receive 50% off their Wing Ding registration for Wing Ding 2011. ● The winning Chapter will receive the traveling trophy cup with engraved Chapter name plate for one year.

Chapter Contest’s Winners and More

We would like to congratulate Florida’s Chapter 1A as our Chapter Contest winner; the Chapter’s Members recruited the most New Members from November 1 – December 15, 2009. So congratulations to Chapter Director Bud Marion and all the Members of FL-1A! Their Chapter Charter fee will be paid for 2010, and each Member will receive a $10 discount on their 2010 Wing Ding registration. And not only did FL-1A come out a winner, but Region A had the most total recruits. So congratulations to Bob Shrader and all those in Region A! 12

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Gold Wing Road Riders Association is on Facebook!

If you sign up, or are already registered, on Facebook, don’t forget that you can now connect with Gold Wing Road Riders Association!

Reminder from Member Services

For the first time ever this year, when you register for Wing Ding you can also pick the day and specific Rider Education classes you wish to take (based on availability). So be sure to register early for your preferences!

A Pin Specifically for Cancer Survivors

My wife and I (Bill and Linda English) have been GWRRA Members since 1986 and have served in different capacities, from the Chapter Rider Education branch to International Newsletter Editors. We have designed a pin for cancer survivors so that they will readily recognize another survivor. We felt there are often too many ribbons these days and that you don’t always know what they are for. In response to this, we created "Sir Vi Bear". If anyone is interested, the web page for the pin is www.sirvibear.com. ● Wing World

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

Serious Stuff—and Goofing Around!—in Mexico

after) with 12 day routes. The daily distances are 250-300km and 2 x 340km. More information will be forthcoming, but you may also contact Heng Huppertz: + (352) 661594156 or gwclheng@vox.lu or Thijs Arts: + (31) 653896630 or Eurotour2010@kpnmail.nl. Registration began January 1, 2010. GWRRA Germany Announces First Quarter District Events for 2010

Here´s a couple of photos from a ride in Tijuana, Mexico on Sunday, January 10 of this year. My wife Betty and I are Members of Chapter CA-1F of San Diego; we are also the International Membership Coordinators for the California District and on the GWRRA International Find-A-Friend Council. We used to live in Tijuana, and we went on the ride there to take the GWRRA messages of “Friends for Fun, Safety, and Knowledge” and of “Building New Relationships”. It was a ride to benefit the homeless children and, though the only GWRRA Members there (that we were aware of), we were among 600-plus other riders. As I was talking to other riders, I turned around to look for my wife and saw her “goofing around with”, literally, Goofy! And they were goofing around our pride and joy—our 1988 GL1500! (Submitted by Javier and Betty Chavez, GWRRA #289717, of San Ysidro, California)

Preannouncement for Euro Tour 2010 The Euro Tour 2010 tournament will once again be organized by Heng Huppertz (IR GWCL) and Thijs Arts (GWCH). Central in this tour will be the Pyrenees. Start location will be nearby Clermont Ferrand (F), which is about 300km South of Paris. Arrival at site is on Thursday, June 24, 2010 around three o’clock; in the evening will be a welcome dinner together. Friday, June 25, will be the first day of touring. After every 3 days of riding, there will be a day of rest. The tour includes a total of 17 days (including the Thursday prior and the Saturday 14

lunch. Depending on the length of the "official" part of our meeting, we have the option to visit the ring°werk in the afternoon. It is a leisure park where everything revolves around motor racing and mobility. Every visitor feels a bit like a racing driver. At present, the tickets are good for a free re-visit during the whole year of 2010. The day ends with an optional dinner, starting latest at 6:30 p.m. Please contact gwrra.germany@hotmail.com as soon as possible if you are interested in attending so that we can plan ahead.

Saturday, March 20, 2010:

In 2009, the new GWRRA District of Germany held two events—the inaugural meeting on Sunday, November 1, 2009 and a half-day activity on Saturday, December 6, 2009. The second get-together took place at the Rod & Gun Club nearby Heidelberg. A separate report about it was prepared for Wing World by Ant Geiger (Atom.Antg@yahoo.com) and appeared in the January issue of the magazine (page 10). Seen in this photo are the participants (from left to right in photo): Natalia and Larry Erickson, Walter Lee, Lucia and Carroll Randall, Ant Geiger, and Juergen and Karin Petri. Now, we would like to announce the following events for 2010 that have already been scheduled (one of which may have already occurred before this magazine reaches you). We would also like to take this opportunity to invite any Member of GWRRA—both inside and outside of Germany—who might be interested to participate to please contact us. Guests invited by Members are also very much welcome to attend!

Saturday, February 6, 2010:

For our third get-together, we will meet at 11 a.m. in a small village of the Eifel region. The village is called "Gruene Hoelle" ("Green Hell") and is located nearby the famous Formula One circuit Nuerburgring. There is the possibility to have breakfast or

Our fourth get-together has two novelties. It is the first "official" ride of the District of Germany. Additionally, it will last two half-days, including an overnight stay. We meet before noon for an optional joint breakfast and then ride toward the "Pfaelzer Wald" ("Palatine Forrest"). Our meeting will be held in the afternoon in a very nice location and be followed by a culinary wine tasting experience. Eight different wines will be offered during a four-course meal. The price of 77 Euros per person contains a welcome drink, the culinary wine tasting, the overnight stay in a two-bed comfort room, as well as the breakfast buffet. We have to fill up 10 double rooms. Please let me know as soon as possible (Juergen Petri, juergen.petri@hotmail.de) if you are interested in attending so that I can place the necessary reservations.

Saturday, April 17, 2010:

The fifth get-together leads us toward the area of Wuerzburg. Wuerzburg is home of a magnificent baroque-style bishop's residence which has been a World Heritage Site since 1981. Further details of this event still have to be planned. Please let Carroll (Carroll Randall, cw4jaguar@aol.com) know as soon as possible if you are interested in attending so that he can plan ahead. Also, please keep in mind: GWRRA Germany would be very happy to hear from you. Please get in contact with us to receive details of the events as well as the addresses of the venues and/or meeting points. (Submitted by Juergen Petri, District Director Germany ●

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Steadymate Tie-Downs and Accessories Evaluated by Stu Oltman

ver the years, I’ve seen a lot of different and creative devices and methods used to tie down motorcycles and trikes, both for transport and for maintenance. And though there are both correct and incorrect ways of applying tie--downs, the tiedowns themselves should be capable of keeping the vehicle securely lashed to floors, walls, maintenance stands, or whatever surface is being used. Unfortunately, many folks who see these products sold in typical “Big Box” stores and notice their low price assume that a tie-down is a tie-down. Not so. Most of the tie-downs sold at hardware, auto parts, and home maintenance stores are barely stronger than the ribbons many of us recently removed from our Christmas presents. Especially if your bike is going to be transported over the road on a trailer or in an RV, it requires far more than that to keep it

(and you) safe. It requires tie-downs specifically designed for powersports vehicles. Though there are several housebranded tie-down brands available that appear sufficient for most bikes, the Gold Wing in its heaviest incarnations, and especially trikes, require top-of-the line products. Steadymate sent us a sampling of their tie-downs. And after examining each of the six different styles received, I’m quite impressed with their design, strength, and versatility. Dubbed Cinchtite, the product line starts with a basic tiedown (Cinchtite 1) of five-foot length and 835 pound working capacity (that’s 1/3 of the breaking strength) incorporating a cam lock buckle and S-shaped steel hooks. The products progress through modifications that include integral soft loops, ratcheting buckles, extended length, wider, stronger material, and spring-loaded steel safety hooks. Cinchtite 2 is the same as 1, except that it has a ratcheting buckle, which is useful for more easily compressing a vehicle’s suspension. Cinchtite 3 goes back to the cam lock buckle and incorporates a sling material for shock absorption over rough terrain. It’s also a foot longer and comes with integral soft loop to protect the vehicle’s finish and provide additional mounting options that a steel Cinchtite 1 in use hook wouldn’t fit or might damwith Kwik Strap. age. The fourth in the Cinchtite series adds a spring-loaded safety hook to the design of the Cinchtite 3. This will eliminate the possibility that the hook could become disengaged from the

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Cinchtite 2 with ratchet buckle; no soft loop on this one.

trailer or RV floor during travel on rough roads. Number 5 builds on Cinchtite 4 by adding a ratcheting buckle and a 1,000-pound working capacity per strap. We’d recommend number 5 as the minimum acceptable strap for securing the rear of a trike. But for ultimate trike hauling safety and convenience, Cinchtite 6 is the way to go. It’s 2” wide, as compared to the industry standard 1” of the other models. And its ratcheting buckle, spring-loaded safety hook, integral soft loop, and 1,670 pound working load per strap mean that your trike isn’t going to do anything unexpected or unwanted, regardless of road conditions. If you’d prefer your soft loops be separate from the tiedowns, Steadymate also provides separate soft loops and an interesting product they refer to as Kwik Strap. The Kwik Strap is made of round, sling type material to provide some

Cinchtite 3 with convenient, integral soft loop; buckle is cam lock type.

Cinchtite 5 has it all with ratchet buckle, safety hook, and integral soft loop.

give over rough ground. It’s 2” wide and feels like it’s cushioned. This product appears strong enough that the entire vehicle could be lifted off the ground using it as the only point of attachment. So how do I really feel about the Steadymate tie-down products? They’re easily as strong, convenient, and well constructed as anything I’ve come across, and they’re far better than most. In fact, the 835-pound working load limit of the Cinchtite numbers 1 through 4 exceed that of their nearest top-name competitor by more than 100%. With suggested retail prices per pair starting at $23.17 for the Cinchtite 1 and progressing to $36.41 for the monstrous Cinchtite 6, these products represent an excellent value and should provide years of service. For more information or to purchase, visit Steadymate at www.steadymate.com or phone them at (866) 291-7168. ●

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The Trike Hauler hitch attachment enables the user to tow a threewheeled motorcycle without a trailer. The device features a pivoting, scoop-like wheel holder that acts as a ramp and holds the bike securely by its front wheel. The company says it is easy to install and the hauling accessory comprises a curved, pivoting wheel holder mounted within a receiver-hitch attachment; two locking pins are included in the design. Producible from steel, the accessory measures 36 inches long and 6 inches wide. Wheel holder features a skid plate on the bottom. The side opposite the skid plate features a section of square tubing with two horizontal holes. The male body of the receiver attachment also features several holes (on both sides of the wheel holder). One pin incorporates rubber bushings. To install, the user inserts the square tubing piece into the hitch and inserts a locking pin through one of the horizontal holes. For more information, call (256) 362-0607 or toll-free (866) 288-3948 or visit www.trikehauler.net.

Seeley founder Walt Tjepkes says he realized he had a product every Gold Wing rider needed and that then it was time to find a company that shared his passion for Gold Wing motorcycles and trikes and to improve their suspensions. He says he wanted a company focused on customer service and with a worldwide distribution infrastructure. Speaking to industry people, Walt says it was recommended to him to contact Wingstuff.com. Wingstuff Motorcycle Service & Repair Facility (SoCalMotorcycle Service.com) says it has tested just about every Gold Wing suspension upgrade on the market, and that its facility in Southern California is a Factory Authorized Installation Center for Traxxion, Progressive, Seeley and Race Tech suspensions. After installing and testing the Seeley steering damper, they say they were all very impressed with the results and strongly recommend installation of this steering damper kit on Honda Gold Wing trikes. In addition, Wingstuff says it is excited to see a product that is so needed and works so well in regards to Gold Wing steering and stability, along with our other recommended suspension upgrades. Wingstuff says these upgrades provide awesome handling for Gold Wing trikes and that key features include:

Motorcycle Tour Conversion's Update on Voyager Convertible Kits

Twelve years ago, Charles Monroe was happily employed as a regional salesman of industrial supplies when he encountered a proposal he couldn’t refuse. A hardware store owner in Gardner, Illinois told Monroe about a two-wheeled invention that quickly converted motorcycles to trikes. The product intrigued him. “Typically, in order to create a trike, the rear wheel of a two-wheeled motorcycle has to be removed,” Monroe of Motorcycle Tour Conversion Inc. explains. “But the Voyager Convertible Kit is different. With our product, you don’t have to remove anything and it just bolts up to the motorcycle. There is no welding or cutting and takes most people five to 15 minutes to put on or take off (after the initial hardware and suspension is installed).” Back when it began, the Voyager kit fit only four motorcycles, including the Honda GL1500 Gold Wing. “We now fit over 120 bikes,” Monroe says. “And today, there are more than 15,000 Voyager Convertible Kits on the road; one customer even has more than 225,000 miles on his Voyager-equipped motorcycle.” For more information on Motorcycle Tour Conversion and Voyager Convertible Kits, go to www.mtcvoyager.com or call 20

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Both companies continue by stating that: “The Honda GL1500 and GL1800 Gold Wing are among the world’s best touring motorcycles and, when converted, trikes. However, many riders experience front fork steering instability problems, along with other suspension issues, that can easily be improved. Seeley uses the same technology used on many sport bikes and the LT1200 BMW touring bike that has a factory-installed damper. They developed the GL1800 Steering Stabilizer utilizing the race-proven HyperPro™ steering damper. The desire was to eliminate front tire cupping. After installation, riding down twisties, they were so impressed by the handling improvement they almost forgot about the original issues leading to the development of this amazing product. Install this Seeley Steering Damper Kit on your Gold Wing and see the difference. You won't be disappointed!” For more information, visit www.wingstuff.com. Wing World

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Are You Really a Good Driver/Rider? By Ros Barnes • GWRRA #149570 • Los Lunas, New Mexico

agree with Dennis Jewett in his “Readers’ Responses” letter entitled “Thanks for Speaking Up; What We Can Do About DWD” (January 2010 Wing World, page 8). More drivers and riders should enroll in a defensive driving course. My Background with Defensive Driving Courses That said, I taught the Smith System for Defensive Driving (designed for experienced drivers of cars and pickups) for over three years and am therefore somewhat prejudiced toward that particular version of a defensive driving course. One of its many concepts is that of viewing traffic as far ahead as you can see rather than just the couple of vehicles immediately in front of you. In regard to most four-wheeled vehicles, the course also encourages frequent checks of all three mirrors; recommends you should glance behind you just as you brake, and notes that you may be able to avoid a rear-end collision by tapping your brake pedal if necessary. In addition it stresses that, when preparing for a left turn, you shouldn’t turn your wheel until you are ready to commit to the turn (the reason being that if another driver rams into your backside, you will then be jolted straight ahead instead of left, into oncoming traffic). The Smith System for Defensive Driving also teaches how to watch for approaching vehicles at intersections and merge ramps. It encourages trainees to generate a four-second “space” between their vehicle and the one immediately in front (and how to gauge that distance). The logic for this is that, as soon as that much space opens up, somebody will jump into it and thereby negate that action. (You may want to try it. What you will discover is that most of the drivers who “jump into that space” are there only temporarily; they will “jump into the next available slot” in an attempt to get somewhere more quickly.) If that driver stays, just back off a little more. (No, you really won’t end up where you started!) Defensive Driving Systems and the “Rules of the Road” There are certainly many other defensive driving systems available, and they all have much to offer. However, I wouldn’t recommend any of them to a driver who has just recently obtained his or her license—or at least those are my feelings in regard to the Smith System. That’s because a new driver is not totally familiar with the potential problems that may arise while negotiating our highways. Many hours behind the wheel are necessary in order to feel confident operating a motor vehicle so one can begin to identify mistakes made by other drivers. In fact, a comment made by one person who took this course was, “I didn’t know just how much was going on around me!” A note is that, before any defensive driving system can be 22

effective, drivers must first be willing to accept and comply with ALL rules of the road. (And no, I don’t remember being asked either if I agreed with them all; however, we are still required by law to obey them.) Also—contrary to what some drivers believe—stop signs with white borders are NOT optional; a yellow light does NOT mean “Punch it!”; speed limits are just that—limits; and solid yellow stripes in the center of the highway are NOT there to delineate the middle of the road. Also, that “little lever on the left side of the steering column” (the one that flips up or down) does have a purpose. And speaking of turning, how many drivers have you seen who’ve executed a “hay wagon turn”? (That’s a move where a driver swings first to the left to then make a right turn, or vice versa). Those types of turns work fine for an 18-wheeler but are totally unnecessary for cars and pickups. Anyway, too many drivers choose which rules they will obey and then toss the rest, at least that’s what I see here in Central New Mexico. For instance, is it really necessary to conduct a cell phone call while you’re driving? I say, “Save it for the parking lot, please!” Now, as I understand, Colorado recently enacted a new law that prohibits “any use of a cell phone by drivers under the age of 18 from texting or entering data into a mobile phone while driving”. (Does that mean it’s okay for those drivers 18 and over to do so? What’s up with that?) Conclusion To reiterate what Dennis said, most vehicle operators feel that they drive in a safe manner—at least most of the time. But if that’s the case, then why are there so many bad drivers out there? Let me illustrate… My wife and I retired in June of 2006 and accompanied a good friend to Wing Ding in Nashville that summer. At his encouragement, we made a loop east and north up into Maine then westward all the way into Montana before heading south toward home. My point is that we covered over 10,000 miles on our 2003 Wing, and not once in all those miles did I have to brake hard to avoid a collision nor did my co-rider wife have to whack my helmet even once to call my attention to an upcoming situation. I truly believe that it wasn’t luck that kept us safe that whole way but rather that I kept incorporating the defensive driving course concepts I had learned. No, I don’t know how to change the mindset of those drivers who ignore rules of the road and common courtesy but, yes, a defensive driving course will help everyone who takes it. It will make them better drivers/riders, but only if the concepts put forth in that course are incorporated and any bad habits are exchanged for good ones instead. ● Wing World

March 2010

By Michelle Schlicher • Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau From the East… American Gothic House (Eldon, Iowa) Grant Wood featured the American Gothic House as the backdrop of his 1930 painting American Gothic. The house, built in the late 1800s, is now on the National Register of Historic Places.

ing Ding 32 is on the horizon, and it’s time to start planning. The good news is that, no matter which direction you’re riding from, there are several must-see attractions to choose from in every direction. From the North… Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad (Boone, Iowa) Take a trip through the Des Moines River Valley on the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad. Trains of the 1920s—like the coach class, open-air and caboose trains—are appealing for a shorter ride (just under two hours), while the dinner train allows for a real 1950s classy dining experience.

Field of Dreams (Dyersville, Iowa) The Iowa baseball tourist attraction is a bit of Hollywood in the heartland. Field of Dreams, the Academy Award nominated movie featuring Kevin Costner, was filmed at the site. Tourists are welcome to swing their bats and play catch on the famous field.

Pella, Iowa

Reiman Gardens (Ames, Iowa) Colorful flower gardens, a butterfly wing, and a lake full of Koi make a tour of the Gardens a mustsee Central Iowa attraction. Reiman Gardens is located near the Iowa State University campus and Jack Trice Stadium. From the South… Appanoose County Historical & Coal Mining Museum (Centerville, Iowa) Take a step back in time and explore exhibits to learn the coal mining history of Appanoose County. Then travel through the scenic rolling hills into Des Moines. National Balloon Museum (Indianola, Iowa) The National Balloon Museum and Ballooning Hall of Fame gives visitors a glimpse into the sport of hot air ballooning. Due to the attractive flying conditions of this area, Indianola is also home to the annual National Balloon Classic. From the Southwest… Covered Bridges of Madison County 24

Photo courtesy of the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge (Prairie City, Iowa) The Refuge boasts 5,000 acres of tallgrass prairie, as well as Midwest wildlife such as buffalo, elk and pheasants. Pella Cultural Districts (Pella, Iowa) Wooden shoes, windmills, tulips, and Dutch pastries can be found in Pella. Another site to see is the Molengracht Canal, similar to the canals found in the Netherlands.

Loess Hills, Iowa and Missouri Photo courtesy of the Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau.

(Winterset, Iowa) Made famous by the novel and movie The Bridges of Madison County, the Bridges are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. John Wayne’s Birthplace (Winterset, Iowa) John Wayne, star of Western films like Honcho and Mclintock!, went on to become an American film icon. The John Wayne Museum is just a short ride from the Covered Bridges.

From the West… Loess Hills (Westernmost part of Iowa and Missouri along the Missouri River) Picnic, hike, or fish in the Loess Hills State Forest. Wildlife animals such as the bobcat, wild turkey and box turtle call the Loess Hills home. Bob Feller Museum (Van Meter, Iowa) Relive the history of America’s favorite pastime! Bob Feller, a Hall of Fame baseball player, grew up just outside of Des Moines. The museum includes items from his childhood, baseball career, and service in the military. ● Wing World

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

Top Heavy Feel to My 2006 Gold Wing In reference to Stanley Lash’s “Top Heavy” in the December 2009 column of “Workbench”, I have also had a top heavy feel to my 2006 GL. At my first tire change in 2007, I had the steering head bearings replaced with the tapered roller bearings. One year—and 15,000 miles— later, I hauled the bike to my dealer (as I was afraid to ride it). It felt top heavy and as if the steering had detents that clicked much as a ratchet would with the slightest movement of the handlebars. It was very spooky to ride. The bike wandered the road as it so desired. My mechanic found the top and bottom steer-

ing head bearings rusted. They thankfully replaced the bearings at no cost. Switch to 2009 (and add another 10,000 miles), and I’m back at the dealer with the exact same problem. The bottom bearing was rusted, and as the rusted roller turns over the bearing race the added thousands of rust thickness could be felt in the handlebars (hence the detent mentioned earlier). Again they replaced the bearings at no charge. These are good people. They told me this had happened one other time to a gentleman’s bike that was only ridden four miles daily to the coffee shop. They theorize the steering head is heating up and then cooling, condensing moisture in the cavity. That guy never rode the bike long enough to heat the area around

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the stem enough to “boil” the water out (something similar to a muffler rotting out because it isn’t regularly heated enough). When I told them I only ride three miles to work during the week, that became their smoking gun even though I log plenty of miles during an average weekend to heat the steering head. Have you ever seen rusted steering head bearings? What’s causing it? How do we stop it? Thanks in advance for your attention, and keep up the good work. David Chronister GWRRA #264221 Magness, AR David, not ridden long enough to heat up the head bearings and boil out the moisture? Good grief! Those bearings barely move in actual use and don’t create any heat in the process. That is the most ignorant statement I’ve heard attributed to a professional bike mechanic in the 42 years I’ve been around motorcycles. So here’s what I suggest that you do. Take your bike to a different dealership—one that knows enough to install new dust seals along with the new bearings and pack the assembly with waterproof grease. Ask them to install new OEM (my recommendation) or tapered bearings. But if you go with the tapered design, have them torqued according to the procedure in the GL1500 service manual, and not to the ridiculously high torque value suggested by some aftermarket bearing kit suppliers or installers. Stu Thanks for your response. The first time I hauled it back they actually installed a “new” steering stem from a bike that had been triked. I saw the old bearings and stem and have a poor cell phone picture of them. They were indeed rusted as was the stem. The second time (this year) they told me the bottom bearing was rusted and replaced both using waterproof grease. I assume they replaced the grease dust seals but can’t verify that. The heat suggested is from the placement of the bearings and all the plastic around the area. When I wash the bike, I always do it with a regular garden hose, never a pressure washer. I do use an electric leaf blower to get the excess water off but I don’t think it would be powerful enough to cause water to enter the steering stem. Is the only entry point to the bearings the dust seals? Tell me I can ride to work and not worry about moisture. These folks have been very good to me. I trust them to do what is right. David Wing World

David, regardless of what was or wasn’t done to those bearings, I can only tell you this. Provided all required parts were correctly installed and lubricated, and assuming the bike hadn’t been submerged in salt water, my hunch is that those bearings may wear out in due time. But I’d expect it would take at least ten years of total neglect before rust would form in those bearings—especially to the extent that you claim. Regarding the bearings’ placement and the presence of plastic, none of that has any bearing (pardon the pun) on the situation. Those bearings may get a few degrees warmer than ambient air temperature, but nowhere near the level necessary to “boil out moisture.” There shouldn’t be any moisture in the bearings in the first place.

That heat-and-cool condensation theory offered by your mechanic is all wet—pun intended. I have never seen or heard of any motorcycle that rusted out two sets of steering head bearings in three years. Something’s fishy. Stu

Need to Find Speed Sensor Wires and ABS Control Unit Stu, thanks for always providing such an interesting column each month. Now I need your help. I am looking for the location on a 2008 Honda Gold Wing Airbag GL1800 of the ABS control unit and the two speed sensor wires green/orange and blue/yellow. I have the 2005 manuals, but it appears the

’08 is different. I need to know how to get to the unit. I need the location (and how to get there), along with how to find the wires so I can splice into one of them. I am installing a Strobewise and need to splice into one of the two wires. A Picture or diagram is worth a 1,000 words. Thanks. Tony Ladt GWRRA #299518 Pompano Beach, FL Tony, I’ve attached a drawing of the various ABS component and wiring plug locations for your airbag-equipped Wing. The description of each numbered component also states what parts must be removed to gain access. The specific wires you’ve asked about are accessible at the ABS module’s 12-wire plug as well as at the wheel speed sensor connectors, so doing your thing at the module may save you a lot of disassembly time and effort. Getting to the ABS module on your airbag-equipped Wing will not be an insignificant task. And I’d caution you to not use wiring splicers that simply crimp onto the wires—solder and heat shrink would be the preferred method. Having said that, I’d encourage you to consider the possible consequences of splicing this (or any) device into your ABS system versus the perceived benefit of a small amber LCD unit that flashes when the rider rolls off the throttle and/or applies the brakes. Though the Strobe Wise may or may not attract the attention of following drivers, it shares one drawback with deer whistles—that being, the intended audience likely won’t realize what the signal means or what action it indicates they should take. Just saying... Stu

1986 1200 No Ignition Hi Stu, great articles—they have helped me a lot with my Wing. I have a 1986 1200 Interstate (manufacture date 12/85). I’m the original owner. The bike has 50K on it and has never failed me on my many trips I have taken, until recently. I was cruising along the road about 45 to 50 mph when the bike shuddered like it was lean. It was only about 45 degrees out at the time. The bike lost power but kept running. I drove it home and checked out a few things like loose wires and fouled spark plug(s). With the bike running, the front two cylinders were not firing. I could touch the exhaust pipes without burning myself. The back two cylinders were working away, producing heat and power. Then came my predicament… I have a Honda shop manual for the bike. I went to the section for checking the coils and other ignition components. It directed me to check the wires going to the pulse generator. It said the connector was located by the battery. There is no connector located there. The only connector is for the stator. Can you tell me where the connectors are and where the pulse generators are located if I need to replace them? 30

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According to the manual, there is a picture that shows both the rear of the engine and the front by the timing belt. I would appreciate any guidance to solve this problem. If it is the pulse generator(s), are they still available? Like I said, the bike has been a great bike throughout the years. I just need it to last a few more till the kids get out of college. Thanks for all your help. Keep up the good work. Joe Kummer GWRRA #182343 South Lyon, MI Hi Joe, you apparently have a first printing of the manual which shows only the setup for the 1984 model. The ‘84 had the pulse generators mounted at the rear of the engine, and the connector was just forward of the battery. On the 1985 and later GL1200, the pulse generators were relocated to the front of the crankshaft, inside the timing belt covers. The generator that’s causing your problem is the one with the yellow and white/yellow leads attached. The connector is a 4-pin, white mini connector located to the left of the ignition control module, underneath the top shelter. Note that the manual states the test resistance values for those generators as 1200 ohms, plus or minus 100 ohms at room temperature. It’s been my experience that the actual resistance of a good pulse generator at room temperature is closer to 500 ohms. Whether yours reads 1200 or 500 or something in between, the problem these pulse generators sometimes develop is going completely open as engine temperature heats them. Your bike may start and run just fine when cold, but it’ll drop out those two cylinders after maybe 15 minutes or so. Replacement of the faulty pulse generator is the only solution. After you replace that generator, the engine should start and run normally. However, there was a batch of these pulse generators a number of years ago that had the leads reversed internally. This inverted the pulse waveform and caused erratic ignition. So if your bike runs badly with a rough and uneven idle after the replacement, remove the yellow and white/yellow leads from the mini connector and swap their position. Stu

Is My Older Wing Better for a Road Trip? I have been a GWRRA Member for seven years and find your column very informative. I have a 1985 Honda GL1200 Interstate that I have owned for 19 years, and I am the second owner of this bike. When I bought this bike, it had 23,648 kms (14,780 mi) on it. I road it for three years before putting it into storage. At the time, I could not justify putting insurance on it just to ride it on weekends (I am a truck driver and am only home on weekends) and then getting into trouble from my spouse for not working around the house. When I put it into storage, all I did was put it into March 2010

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my basement (heated) and put its cover on it. I didn’t drain the gas out of it, nor did I take the battery out of it. Heck, I didn’t even clean the bugs off of it. Ten years later, we decided to fix up the basement into a rec room so my bike had to move. That is when I decided to put it back on the road. I put a new battery in it and, to my surprise, it started right up (quite rough but fired up still the same). My stepson and I decided to tear the carburetors apart and clean them to see if it would run better. To our surprise, no rubber rings or gaskets were cracked or dried out. After putting them back together, the bike fired up and ran smoothly. I have been riding it every summer since. I don’t put a lot of kms (miles) on it each year— about 2,500 to 3,000 kms (1500 to 2000 miles). Now here is the reason I am writing to you, I have decided it is time to upgrade to a newer and bigger bike and was thinking of the 1800. But when I read in your column, it seems everyone is writing in about all kinds of trouble with the newer bikes. A lot of them seem to plan a long trip and, before they get any more than a couple thousand miles, something breaks down. I planned a trip this year to go from my place in Ontario, Canada to my brother’s place in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada—a distance of 8,640 kms (5400 miles) round trip across Canada. So you can imagine what was going through my head when I read about newer bikes than mine that were breaking down after they were only a couple thousand miles into their

trip. The only problem I had on the whole trip was on my first day. It was pouring down rain and water got on my spark plugs and it felt like I was running on two cylinders. I almost turned back, but the rain let up and everything dried out and the bike ran smoothly the rest of the trip out west and back with NO problems at all. My bike now has 105,970 kms (66,231 miles) on it, which in this part of the country is just getting broke in. You can imagine how I felt after my trip, knowing my bike did it without a breakdown. Other than the carburetor work, the only other major repair done to the bike was the stator was replaced at about 50,000 miles. So here are a couple of questions for you: Are the newer bikes not made as good as the older ones? Am I just lucky to have a bike that works the way it does? Thanks for letting me bend your ear with my story. Wayne Copland GWRRA #175060 Harriston, Ontario, Canada Wayne, bad word-of-mouth travels a lot farther and faster than good. And those who have no complaints are far less likely to go onto a forum to blab about that fact. If one were to read virtually any motorcycle forum dedicated to a particular model, one might wonder how the companies producing these bikes stay in business. Of the complaints you see on the Internet, some are indeed the result of design flaws or manufacturing defects. But far more are owner-induced—

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the result of neglect, improper maintenance, or unwise aftermarket modifications. Some complaints result simply from an owner not understanding proper operation techniques. Today’s bikes are generally far more reliable and require less maintenance than models of the past. Stu

Red Dot Location Hey Stu, just read and loved your article on the Can-Am Spyder RT Roadster (December 2009). Now, on to a different subject. I have been told that the red dot on a new tire should be either lined up with the stem or 180 degrees from it. Which, if either, is correct? Thanks for your time, Stu. Have a great day. Dave Smith GWRRA #127462 Merritt Island, FL Dave, the balance dot on a new tire is supposed to be the lightest part of the tire and is intended to be placed directly in line with the wheel’s valve stem—the idea being that the valve stem makes the wheel heaviest at that spot. But not all wheels are perfectly balanced. If the wheel with tire correctly mounted proves to require a large amount of balance weight, then you might try rotating the tire 180 degrees on the rim. Stu

1999 Gold Wing SE Timing Belts Hi Stu, I ride a ’99 Gold Wing that has 63 K miles, and I have experienced no problems whatsoever. I would like your opinion as to when you should replace the timing belts on the 1500. Honda says 100K miles. I have some mechanics who say they wouldn’t go past 60K and others who say you’re safe up to 80K. I don’t want to push it, but I also don’t want to do it before it is really necessary. The other question I have is that I like a little more sound than the stock mufflers

give and was thinking about the Torq Master Pipes. Do they do what they say, and is it true you don’t have to re-jet the carbs? I can always use the extra 5% HP, and I’m wondering about the sound (don’t want to sound like a Harley). I appreciate your column. I’ve learned a lot from it and always read it first. Dean Rider GWRRA #310947 Friendswood, TX Dean, actually, Honda recommends inspecting those belts at 100,000 miles and replacing them if they show worn or chipped teeth or contamination from fluids. But if you go to all the trouble of removing the parts necessary to have a look, you’ve already accomplished 2/3 of the labor necessary to replace them. So you may as well toss in a new set at that point. When I provided the labor and “talent” on those GL1500 service videos for Illustrated Powersports, we were working on a badly neglected ‘93 with well over 100,000 miles on the clock. Removal of the belt covers revealed a set of original timing belts. And though they were a bit dirty, they were in perfectly serviceable condition. We replaced them anyway. Wing World dyno-tested a number of “hopup” products for the GL1500 a number of years ago, and we’ve yet to find any exhaust products from any manufacturer that provided a meaningful increase in torque or horsepower, manufacturer claims and dyno charts notwithstanding. As for the increased sound level from Torque Master mufflers or any other brand, that has to be a personal choice. We didn’t find the sound level from any brand we sampled to be obnoxious, but I question whether what sounds nifty while trolling around town wouldn’t turn into a headache-producing annoyance on a long trip. Stu

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Stu, thanks for the quick response. I believe I’ll take your advice and not be concerned about the belts for another 20 to 30K miles. Then rethink and look at my pocketbook. In regards to the exhaust. I hadn’t really thought about the sound for the long haul, and that is the type of riding I try to do. Thanks again, and I love your column. Dean

Couple Questions About My GL1500 Aspencade Hi Stu, I’m having a couple of problems with my 1999 Gold Wing 1500 Aspencade. The headlight only works when the bike’s in reverse. The cruise control will come on but, while going down the road, it won’t set. Can these two problems be caused by the same thing? I have checked all the fuses and they are all right. I’m puzzled. Can you give me a hint? Thanks. Walter McKnight GWRRA #308477 Prattville, AL Walter, your starter switch is designed to deactivate the headlamps when pressed. The contacts in that switch are probably stuck or dirty. Raising the reverse lever sends current to the headlamp relays through a diode, so the headlamps will remain on in reverse, even with the start switch pressed. Stu

Center Stand on Wing...Important? Good Morning Stu, I’ve had an ’89 Wing for 10 years, and I was told to always place the bike on the center stand if it would sit for a while because the fluids would shift to one side and possibly dry out some seals, etc. I now own a 2008 Wing and could find nothing in the owner’s manual about the importance of leaving the bike on the center stand. Your thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks! (I love your section in Wing World…keep up the good work!) Jim McMillan GWRRA #155513 Pounding Mill, VA Jim, the center stand is essentially a maintenance stand—useful for keeping the bike level during oil checks/changing, tire maintenance, and other maintenance chores. And it may be beneficial to park the bike on the center stand during long periods of storage to remove weight from the tires and to cause the machine to take up less space in the garage. But other than that, there is no need to park the bike on the center stand. In fact, many bikes don’t even have center stands. Stu Stu, dang!…I can’t begin to tell you how many problems I’ve had over the last 10 years 34

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thinking it had to be on the center stand. Thanks for setting me straight! Jim

1994 GL1500 SE Performance Suggestions Hello Stu. I’m a new member from Salem, Ohio, and I am inquiring about any practical power enhancements you might suggest for my 1500 Wing SE. I like the bike, but a little extra might be better. Also, is 87 regular okay? You might have guessed, it’s my first Wing! Thanks for your time, and great job on the maintenance DVDS; I have both of them. Craig Weingart GWRRA #316679 Salem, OH Craig, aside from adherence to your bike’s maintenance schedule, purchase of a GL1800 is the only practical power enhancement I’m aware of for the GL1500 owner. Not only is 87 octane

fuel okay, it’s the fuel recommended in your GL1500 owners manual. If you need a copy of that manual, it can be ordered from Helm, Inc online at www.helminc.com. Stu

Gas Additive Cleaner an Option? Stu, I have an ’88 GL1500, and it runs great at speed; however, it is often difficult to start initially. Subsequent starting during the day is fine, but it also surges at low speed. I have been told that it is probably a carb problem. The question is: Is there a gas additive cleaner that could be used to try and alleviate the problem? Llloyd Phillips GWRRA #163613 Cullowhee, NC Lloyd, get a bottle of Chevron Techron fuel system cleaner concentrate from any auto parts store. Pour in the whole bottle, then fill the tank

and ride. If the problem is such that it can be cured without complete disassembly and thorough cleaning, the Techron Concentrate will do the job for you. As the problem is mainly in your idle circuits, stop and go riding as in city traffic will likely provide faster results than freeway riding. Stu

GL1200 Problems Hello Stu, I have a 1986 1200 Gold Wing Aspencade with 65K miles on it, and I have two concerns about it for which I would greatly appreciate your professional input. First, there is a noise sounding like a chatter/rattle on hard pulls in fourth and overdrive gears. I know that it’s not coming from the engine. On regular cruising, everything is smooth and quiet in these gears. I have heard that on these 1986 models it is normal. Second, I have installed a Voyager trike kit (which I love) on it and, as you know, the bike

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will not lean on curves. My question is: Would installing regular tread car tires on front and back pose any problem as long as there is clearance in the fenders? I really enjoy and learn from your technical answers in “Workbench”. Keep up the good work. Thanks! Jimmy Cornett GWRRA #313522 Damascus, VA Jimmy, if you’re certain that the chatter/rattle sound isn’t coming from the engine, I suggest that you pull your rear wheel, and have a close look at the condition of the drive splines. It would also be a good idea to remove the final drive, and inspect the condition of the splines in the rear coupling and on the rear end of the driveshaft. As for installing car tires on your motorcycle equipped with Voyager trike kit, I do not endorse or recommend that practice. Stu

Gas Odor Hi Stu, I enjoy your column immensely. I am getting a strong gas odor from my ‘08 GL1800 with 13k miles. This has been occurring since the bike was new, and it is worse when cornering or braking. It can also occur under heavy acceleration in fifth gear.

After riding and confirming my diagnosis, two mechanics at the local Honda dealership said the only thing it could be was the evaporator canister. This was replaced, but has not helped with the problem. As a matter of fact, it seems worse. Any suggestions? Ron Myers GWRRA #215553 McLeansville, NC Ron, are you overfilling the fuel tank? Stu Stu, probably at times the tank was overfilled with the old evaporative canister, but it hasn’t been overfilled since the new one was installed. Ron Ron, if it’s definitely the odor of raw fuel and not a strong fuel odor from the exhaust, then I can only suggest a fuel leak - either from the tank or lines. Because you say it’s worst when leaning, accelerating, or braking, I tend to think the leak is occurring at one of the sealed openings in the tank. Have them examine the areas around the fuel pump and low fuel sender openings. Stu

Question About Oil Change Hello Stu, I’m back with another question. I

appreciated your help last time. My question is this: Should I use 10w30 weight oil during the winter verses 10w40, as called for in the manual? I’m about due for my next oil change. I live in the Salt Lake City area, and that has fairly cold winters. I do ride during the winter as long as there is no snow or ice on the roads or water that could turn to ice. When my bike is at home, it is kept in the garage. Temperatures probably get down to the 30s F in the garage at night. Last winter, my coldest ride was at 12 degrees F. My hands got cold on that ride, but I now have electric gloves. If your answer is to go to 10w30 for the winter, when should I change back to 10w40 next spring? I look forward to your answer. Brent Dickey GWRRA #276473 West Jordan, UT Brent, if your bike is an ‘01 to ‘05 model, 10W40 is the recommended viscosity for all conditions. 10W30 is permissible as an alternative up to ambient temperatures of 85 degrees F. If your bike is an ‘06 or later model, 10W30 is the oil recommended for all conditions, and there are no alternative viscosities listed. Stu ●

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How to Find —or Assure You’ve Found—

a Reputable Repair Shop By Dean Scott, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Sources include: motorcycle-touring-made-easy.com, hubpages.com, ehow.com, autoeducation.com

So you need to find a good motorcycle repair shop, but you don’t know where to start. The phone book may not be your best bet, and advertising won’t tell you everything. So what are some of the other ways to find a repair shop? What are some questions you should ask to make certain it’s a reputable shop? And what are a few of the outcomes you should expect from a quality shop? The following is a list of indicators, questions to ask, and other useful information in your search for a shop and mechanics/technicians you can entrust with your bike…plus, some recommendations on how to handle things if the outcome is not what you expected.

The Most Important Factor in Determining Whether or Not This Shop is for You —Trust. This is by far the key ingredient you should have in your repair shop. This one trait alone applies to a wide range of factors, from such obvious questions like “Do they provide quality work?”, “In a timely manner?”, “At a reasonable cost?” to more intricate questions such as “Do they really listen to what I say and ask?” and “If they make a mistake, are they willing to own up to it and to make things right?”

www.bbb.org to find your local listing. —Visit the garage and speak with the head mechanic. Make sure this is not just a parts changer but, indeed, the head mechanic. —Use the “Golden Dealers” listing in your annual Gold Book. These are dealers and/or repair shops that at least some of your fellow Gold Wingers have recommended for their superior service. —Visit the “Gold Wing Repair Shops” section of the GWRRA website (www.gwrra.org).

Some Basic Indicators of a Good Repair Shop —Shop is somewhat tidy. It needn’t be spotless, just relatively well-organized. —Price for repairs/hourly rate is clearly posted. —The right types of equipment are there. For instance, does it have proper diagnostic equipment (like a digital scanner for newer, computerized bikes)? —The shop is also an official inspection station. This is not necessary but is certainly helpful. —It has the proper means to transport bikes (and/or trikes). —Hours of operation are clearly posted and are adhered to.

Some Basic Questions to Ask Some Primary Ways to Find a Good Repair Shop —Word of mouth. Ask trusted friends for recommendations, but ask them specifically why they go there, what types of work they’ve had done there, how often they’ve gone there, which other friends also go there, and if they’d recommend them to do a specific repair. What you want to do is to establish that shop’s track record of quality work. —Call the Better Business Bureau. You want to see if that shop has any complaints on file against them. You can contact the BBB at (703) 276-0100 or visit 42

—What are the shop’s credentials? Is it a certified Honda Service station? (It may even be a Honda Powerhouse Dealer, which is a new level of authorized Honda Powersports retailers that provide the most complete inventory of Honda motorcycles and more). If not, is it a member of the Independent Motorcycle Repair Shop Association (IMRSA)? —What specific years/makes/models does it specialize in? —What particular types of repairs does it specialize in? —Do they keep parts stocked or order them? If they need to be ordered, you will

have to wait longer. —What is the hourly labor rate? —What guarantees/warrantees does it offer? (Check this before the repair work is done and before leaving the bike at the shop). Also, is the guarantee/warranty in writing and does it cover both parts and labor? (Six months is not unheard of; 90 days is great; 30 days is a bit short.) Is there a mileage limitation as well? If under warranty, will the shop tow the bike back free-of-charge? —Are its mechanics Honda-certified? If not Honda-certified, are they certified motorcycle mechanics? (In other words, did they go to a reputable motorcycle mechanic school such as the Motorcycle Mechanics School (aka MMI), located in Phoenix, AZ and in Orlando, FL.

Some Additional Questions You May Want to Ask —Will you definitely call with a detailed repair estimate and explanation before you start work on my bike? Not getting an estimate is akin to giving a mechanic permission to fix any problem he or she sees fit without your consent. Ask for both the price of the labor and the price of the parts. Tell them you’ll call back, then quickly do your homework: Find out how long that type of repair should take (shops have specific books to estimate these times; however, most good mechanics can estimate off-the-cuff because they’ve done that type of repair so often). For parts prices, you may want to quickly search for some OEM and aftermarket prices online (most shops get a discount on parts, so if the price is not comparable to what you find online, you should question it). —Am I entitled to have my old part back? Unless there’s a core charge, which can often occur when the part involves the motor or transmission, etc., they should be willing to provide you your old part. At the very least, they should be willing to show you the old part. Wing World

—After the work is done, will I get an itemized invoice and a face-to-face, line-byline explanation of the charges? Some shops have been known to “pad” bills by up to 10 or 20% by adding such things as an additional hour to perform a service, charging to replace the water pump gasket when you were already charged to replace the water pump itself, or a “small parts” charge, such as charging for the water pump gasket when it was included in the box with the new water pump. Shops will be less likely to “pad” bills if they know ahead of time that you want to fully inspect the invoice and not simply pay the bill and “run out the door” after the repair. —Do you charge a diagnostic fee? Most repair shops will charge for their time. —What is the warranty on a new part? To find out for yourself, check buying guides for standards in warranties and

ensure your garage is following them. —What is your insurance coverage in case damage occurs while in your shop?

Some Things You Should Always Expect of a Good Repair Shop —You always get your bike back as clean, or cleaner, as when you sent it in. —If you request a pre- and postinspection of your bike’s condition (in case damage would occur while in the shop), that request is honored. —A request for a detailed estimate and explanation (prior to work being performed) and a detailed invoice and explanation (after the work has been performed) is honored. —The shop will never put a used part on your bike and sell it as new. This

practice is not as prevalent as it was a decade ago. —You should never be charged for storage, unless you don’t pick up your bike in a timely manner.

Some Possible Issues that Can Arise —If money is an issue and you can’t afford the estimate, try asking the head mechanic, “What would it take to get it running?” or “Is it safe to ride it home?” —If they go over the estimated price by more than you feel is fair, ask them knowledgeable questions about the charges. They may "adjust the bill" for you. —If they renig on a warranty? Consider contacting Honda or the part manufacturer directly. Also, consider contacting the BBB (see contact info provided earlier), and/or the local small claims court.

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One of the best ways to help keep your bike out of a repair shop in the first place is to perform regular preventative maintenance, such as checking fluid levels regularly and maintaining the battery. Two battery chargers/maintainers you may want to check out are: WirthCo Engineering, Inc.’s Battery Doc® Sport Battery Doc® Sport: —Multi-stage input —Compact, just 8” x 6” x 2.5 H” —Easily transportable —Charges and maintains batteries from 5-200 A/hrs —Maintains batteries up to 400 A/hrs —MSRP and model/part number and warranty of this product: Battery Doc® Sport 1.25 Amp Smart Charger/Maintainer (#20039; MSRP is less than$65) —Amp settings: Provides 1.25 amp smart technology —5 year limited warranty —Includes 1.25 amp charger with 6’ output cable lead; 12’ AC input lead cable lead; 3 color LED charge indicator; terminal ring connector with inline fuse, battery clip connector, cigarette plug connector, and carrying case. March 2010

WirthCo Engineering, Inc.’s products work with all models and all years of Hondas. The company offers over 17 different products within the 6 Volt and / or 12 Volt category. The company indicates that its Battery Doc 1.25 amp smart battery charger / maintainer / conditioner will ensure your 12 volt battery is kept fully charged and ready for use. The company also notes that Battery Doc’s State-Of-The-Art electronic circuitry enables this powerful 1.25 amp battery charger to automatically sense the state of your battery and adjust its charging rate to suit, yet it is incredibly portable, lightweight, and compact For more information, contact WirthCo Engineering, Inc. (Home of the Battery Doc® Smart Chargers /Maintainers) at (952) 941-9073 or www.wirthco.com.

Yuasa 1.5 Amp, 6/12 V, 5 stage battery charger/maintainer MSRP: $59.99-$65.99 Yuasa 900 Amp battery charger/maintainer MSRP: $29.99-$39.99 —Amp settings: No amp settings. The battery chargers are automatic. —3 year limited warranty Yuasa’s products work with all Honda models and years, and they have both 6 and 12 Volt battery chargers. Yuasa is the OEM battery supplier to most of the major Powersports manufacturers of motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, personal watercraft, scooters and snowmobiles. Yuasa introduced the GYZ series, next generation Powersports battery in 2009. The GYZ20L is the OEM battery for the 2009 Honda Gold Wings. Yuasa introduce a 10-bank battery maintainer in February of this year. For more information, contact Yuasa at (952) 941-9073 or www.wirthco.com. 43

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“Currently, we are selling 2007 – 2010 Hondas, and we keep accessories/parts on hand for most Hondas in the last 15 years. We work on all Hondas from 1980 up (and some older, depending on the condition), and consider our specialty to be customer satisfaction to the utmost degree. We have one technician, Tommy Coleman, who has worked on Hondas since 1969, and 4 other technicians with a combined experience of 40-plus years. Our standard labor rate is $79/hr for Wings.”

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“We are a Honda Powerhouse Dealer; therefore, we sell and/or have genuine Honda parts and accessories and service all models/makes/years of Honda motorcycles. We consider our specialty to be Gold Wings and Gold Wing Trikes, parts and accessories. All of our mechanics are certified through Honda, and continued education classes run year round. Plus, we’re open Sundays!”

“We work on, and have parts and accessories for, all models and all years of Hondas, and we sell only Hondas—Gold Wings and cruisers. We have a Hondacertified. Mechanic named Chris Jones, and our labor rate is $60/hour. Plus, we’ll soon be starting a 24-hour/7-days-a-week phone service.”

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3230 E. Chestnut Exp., Springfield, MO 65802; (800) 728-4363; www.genesgallery.com “We service 1980 - 2010 Gold Wings and all Shadows, VTXs, Valkyries, and Harley-Davidson Ultra Classics, plus all trikes. Our specialty is that we perform the work correct the first time. Our techs were trained at Motorcycle Mechanic Institute in Phoenix, Arizona. Our labor rate is $75/ hour, and if there is problem, we will take care of it. In addition, we feature a window in our lounge area so that the customer can watch the tech perform the service on their bike. If the bike must remain over night, it is stored in a locked secure area.”

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529 Daybrite Drive, Tupelo, MS 38801; (662)842-5523; www.hondatupelo.com “We work, sell and/or have parts for all years and models, years 1988 through 2010. We consider our specialty to be Gold Wing repairs, tires, and accessories, and our mechanics are Honda-certified. mechanics. Our labor rate is $65/hour.”

Niehaus Cycle Sales, Inc. 718 North Old Route 66, Litchfield, IL 62056; (800) 373-6565; www.niehauscycle.com) “We work, sell and/or have parts and accessories for all years and models, including all years and models of Honda. We consider our specialty to be Gold Wings and we have five Honda-certified mechanics. Our labor rate is $66/hour.”

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By Russell Shupe, NM-F Rider Education Coordinator, and Jimm White, NM-F Chapter Director Photos by New Mexico Air Guard and U.S. Air Force photographers

On Saturday, December 5, 2009, New Mexico’s Chapter F held a first-ever Chapter charity run to visit its State’s Air National Guard in Albuquerque. It was a charity run to help assist members of the New Mexico National Guard and its families. Here’s how it happened… First, a Little Background on Us My wife Valerie and I joined GWRRA in April of last year, and it seemed we got into the staff of New Mexico’s Chapter F pretty quickly. In fact, Chapter Director Jimm White called on us early. (I’m not sure if we were called upon because of our charming personalities or if it was because we were just too naive to refuse the position!) The prior Ride Coordinator was being called away to a new job in California, and Jimm wanted a Rider/CoRider team for Ride Coordinator. He explained that this way a Co-Rider’s perspective could also be represented in our Chapter’s planned rides and events. Jimm knew I was in sales and knew that I traveled the State of New Mexico for my work. What better a person to have as a Ride Coordinator? I tried to explain that, since I traveled the interstate system because time equaled money in my work, I was not nearly as experienced March 2010

in the side roads where the really great touring would take place. But Jimm was persistent, so Valerie and I settled into our new position in the Chapter. The Inspiration for the Ride In September of last year, I was driving back from El Paso, Texas and was just south of Albuquerque, wrangling with a problem. We had an open ride date on our schedule in December, and I wanted to do something in the way of a charity run. But I wanted to do something different, something that GWRRA in New Mexico had never done before. But what? Then, as if by divine intervention, the answer came from above—literally! The answer came in the form of two F-16 Fighters from the New Mexico Air National Guard’s 150th Fighter Wing at Kirtland Air Force Base (AFB) in Albuquerque. They flew over me low, fast

and at full throttle. (They are known locally as the “Flying Tacos”, and that is how they are known to fly to us local New Mexicans—low, fast and at full throttle!) Of course! I thought to myself. The National Guard! Our county’s citizen soldiers had needs, didn’t they?! In fact, Guard members are deploying all the time from various units all over the State. They are citizen soldiers who go from being a civilian, like me, to being called up and, oftentimes, sent to an active combat theater.When that happens, intact families suddenly find themselves torn apart and now on Guard pay (which is most often considerably less than their prior civilian pay). They oftentimes find it hard to make ends meet. And, just like the rest of today’s U.S. military, all are volunteers. That’s what we could do! I thought. We could help them and their families! 49

Planning the Charity Run At our next Chapter staff meeting, I discussed the idea with everyone. It was decided that, if I could make the arrangements, helping the Guard members and their families would be a great cause to pursue. Since I was unsure who to call at the NM National Guard, my first call was to the office of our 1st Congressional District Representative, Congressman Martin Heinrich. A discussion with his office about GWRRA, our Chapter, and our intentions for a charity ride brought several return phone calls and emails— from the Vice-Wing Commander, from the Special Operations Officer, and from the Public Information Officer of the 150th Fighter Wing. A date of Saturday, December 5, was set for us to visit the 150th at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, and so Chapter F was in business! It is important to note here that because the New Mexico National Guard and, by extension, the Guard’s Family Services we would be directly assisting, are a Federal agency, they cannot solicit outside support. By law, we had to reach out to them. Family Services is the part of the New Mexico National Guard that assists guard members and their families with financial and psychological support in all the Guard units throughout New Mexico. Just remember, if your Chapter is interested in doing something like this in your area, you have to make the first contact. History of the Group We Aimed to Assist Here is a little information on the group that we had in our sights: 50

The New Mexico Air National Guard was federally recognized on 7 July 1947 as the 188th Fighter Bomber Squadron. The unit was composed of a utility flight equipped with Douglas B-26 light bombers, a fighter squadron composed of 100 officers and airmen flying 25 P-51 Mustangs and three T-6 Texan trainers, plus a small weather detachment. The 188th’s mission was changed from fighter bomber to fighter-interceptor in 1948. 150th Fighter Wing Nicknames The Flying Tacos The Enchilada Air Force

The 150th Fighter Wing provides air interdiction support to the Twelfth Air Force and Air Combat Command with worldwide deployment capability. In addition, the Wing maintains a Defense Systems Evaluation tasking and conducts testing of different domestic and foreign surface-to-air missile systems and air defense artillery. In October 1995, the unit was renamed the 150th Fighter Wing. The New Mexico Air National Guard has undergone several aircraft conversions throughout its history, including the F-80, F-100, A-7D and F-16C/D. Major

accomplishments of the unit include: First ANG unit to receive the F-100 and A-7D fighter aircraft, first Air National Guard (ANG) unit to receive the Low Altitude Night Targeting Infra Red Navigational (LANTIRN) system equipped F-16C fighter aircraft, first ANG to be assigned to the prestigious Rapid Deployment Force, first ANG unit to participate in Bright Star joint service exercises in Southwest Asia, first ANG unit to receive the Low Altitude Night Attack modification to the A-7, and first ANG unit to participate in a deployed bare base operational readiness inspection. In addition, the 150th Fighter Group set an A-7 endurance record of 11 and 1/2 hours non-stop from Pease AFB, New Hampshire, to Cairo West Air Base, Egypt. The group has received the following awards: Spaatz Trophy in 1956, Winston P. Wilson Trophy in 1980, Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards in 1989 and February 1996, Top A-7 Team at Gunsmoke in 1989 and 1991, Distinguished Flying Unit Award in 1991, and Outstanding ANGUnit in 1991. In 1995, unit pilots with specialized LANTIRN experience flew combat missions in Bosnia, leading to the current cease fire situation in that area. Recent Background on the Group On September 11, 2001, the 150th Fighter Wing was one of the first units to scramble aircraft after the World Trade Center attacks. In October 2001, the unit deployed to Atlantic City, New Jersey to assume 24-hour patrols in the sky over New York City. In August 2004 the New Mexico Air National Guard deployed to Balad Air Wing World

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The answer was no. “Then why do you always see F-16s taking off with their augmenter on?” the Member asked. “Because it’s so cool,” replied the crew chief—an answer that got a huge laugh from the assembled crowd. (And, as I always say, it ain’t braggin’ if you can do it!) Our tour began with a briefing in the pilot mission briefing room, and it was our pleasure to make a large Chapter donation to Kirtland AFB Family Services. Again, since the services apply to all the Guard units throughout New Mexico, it was great to know that our efforts would have wide-ranging effects. Chapter F also presented Certificates

The Tour Takes Place The day of our tour finally arrived, and with it came very cold weather. When most riders left their homes to go to the Chapter F meeting before the run, the temperature was in the low to mid teens—14 to 16 degrees F in most areas of Albuquerque! But despite that, we had 34 bikes—most two-up—on the ride to the base. (We also had our largest Chapter F meeting attendance to date— 94!) Members from Chapter NM-F and NM-W came, and we found that the ground crew was not only there to educate us but also to have fun with us as well. For example, we learned that what is commonly called the “afterburner” is really supposed to be called the “augmenter”. One of our Members asked the crew chief conducting the aircraft tour if an F-16 needs its augmenter to take off.

of Appreciation to the Vice-Wing Commander (Colonel Andy Salas), the Special Operations Officer (Lt. Colonel Bill Shuert) and the Public Information Officer (1st Lt. Brian Raphael) for the Wing. After our briefing, we toured the 150th facility at Kirtland AFB. This included a detailed look at an F-16C, the engine shop, avionics, weapons and a visit to the “hush shed”. This unique building allows the Wing to test aircraft and engines by tying them down and running them up to full throttle. This is a requirement after maintenance to ensure that each aircraft is combat-certified and ready to go. It was quite an impressive display of horsepower!

Conclusion—and More—of Our Tour Our tour finished just as an F-16D

(two-seater) took off and, as it passed our position (with full augmenter—the crew chief was right, it was way cool), it pulled vertical from just above the runway and was out of sight in a matter of moments. The power these machines can develop is totally unbelievable! Then it was time to depart our hosts, but not before the 150th took individual photos of each Rider and his or her bike in front of an F-16.They also took a group photo. Our first-ever “Wing to Wing” run was an outstanding ride that brought to us a new understanding and appreciation of our National Guard and all they do to protect our freedoms. It was humbling when we came to the sudden realization that these people are not “weekend warriors” who come out one weekend a month and two weeks a year to “play Army”. As evidenced by their long and proud deployment record, they are the real deal. Like other National Guard units across the country, this is a frontline combat unit that has seen its share of action. Its members train with active USAF Wings and, in some cases, they actually fly more hours than their active duty counterparts. Conclusion Since our tour, there has been considerable email traffic between NM-F and the 150th— all of it very positive. But one email in particular stands out. It was from Lt. Raphael and reads: “Thank you and GWRRA for a fantastic tour, as well as support of Family Services and the New Mexico Air National Guard. The generosity and good will of GWRRA reflect the highest standards of Service Before Self and Excellence, two of the Air Force’s core values. This truly reflects kinship between the New Mexico National Guard and GWRRA.” Well, my friends, that email pretty much says it all. We are very proud to support the NMANG 150th Fighter Wing and the New Mexico National Guard as a whole and to stand behind them as they go about their business of protecting us. And now, we look forward to a long and positive “kinship” with them in the days, months, and years to come. This is our Nation’s finest at their very best—and this is also GWRRA at our ● very best! Wing World

Ed. Note: Several years ago, Steve’s solo motorcycle journey on his GL1800 took him from the United Kingdom and across Europe and Asia to Bangladesh in just under a month-and-a-half. A book of the above title was compiled by Capital Wings rep Ray Brooking from Steve’s emails, texts, and mobile calls to Ginny Yetti. They have been kind enough to share Steve’s incredible journey with us. Enjoy!

Reprinted with permission by Steve “Taz” Taslim • GWRRA #249686 • Essex, United Kingdom

hen we last left Steve “Taz” Taslim on his journey, he had just crossed over from Iran to Afghanistan and was in the process of asking police for safe passage to Khandahar, Mid Afghan (350 miles or so), as the road is common to bandits. He explained that there were “many dangers ahead till I reach the Khyber Pass” and that he would “email as soon as possible, [though] photos are not possible to send because of problems.”…

A view over the handlebars of author, Steve Taslim’s, GL1800 in Afghanistan and on “The Road to Bangladesh.”

Tomorrow is crunch time, as I was considering turning back to Iran and giving Afghanistan a miss. But, eight bloody days to get a bleeding visa. So it’s Afghanistan or bust. I leave at 5 a.m. in the morning and hope the Taliban are still tucked up with their teddy bears when I fly past. Yesterday, they shot someone in the town I am going to and the coalition army are still down in parts of that region. I have no choice. I want to come to the Capital party and, if I wait for the mountain passes to clear of snow, I won’t make it.

Thursday, 13 November – Afghanistan

Message from Steve: Brilliant. The [other] guy was the only way I could get “pics” to you. It is very difficult, as I am stupid with computers. And the computers I use at the hotel here are very slow. March 2010

Friday, 14 November – Afghanistan Message from Steve: Left at 5 a.m. and got 80 miles in, then hit a rock and punctured a small plate on the front of the engine. Put bike on a tipper lorry and came back to the hotel. Hope they can weld aluminum. I am okay, but it’s like this place won’t 57

let go. I will have to start a Wing region here! I holed my front plate on the bike. They have just discovered glue here, so getting ali [aluminum] welded would be walking on water. I need the plate with the drain plug in at front of engine (with gasket), plus semi-synthetic oil. My daughter will DHL it to me. I have also asked John Higgins, as he may have the time to locate and fetch it. Please assist, otherwise I will grow a bleeding turban out here. I was going (as you shouldn’t do) 80 mph on a brand new bit of road. Eightyfive miles from my hotel, I was trying to get past the Taliban area before they started waking. That’s when I hit this rock the size of a football. In the sun, it was the same color as the road. It was there for decoration purposes only. Lucky me. Ha! Anyway, I was lucky I was only 1 km from a town and I had a bit of oil pressure, so I limped into this village and parlayed 58

with the head man there. He wanted $100 to take the bike back 85 miles, which I didn’t argue with. He got a load of blokes—ten, I think—and put it on a slightly overheating dumper truck (how undignified!), but it got me back. There were two big bundles of hay in sacks on each side so that the bike wasn’t damaged, and off we went. To be honest, I thought that was the end of (this entire Eurasian) adventure, and I was very upset. When I got back to the hotel (the only one in town), we had to manhandle the Wing off. Imagine my joy when I saw that it wasn’t the crank cases but instead the plate! So I knew I could carry on with the rest of the journey. This will put me back a week, but I hope happy days are here again soon. I have met Coalition forces here— Spanish and Italians. This country is still run by local warlords. Believe me. I have met UNESCO people, like Mike, who is clearing anti-personnel mines. He also has to decommission 400 T74 Russian tanks (make sure they can’t kill anybody). The government wants the other 100 tanks. “What for?” I asked. “A symbol,” came the reply. Every bloody body here—well, four out of ten people anyway—carry Klashnikovs (aka, AK-47 assault rifles). Puts the willies up me. Mike has nearly 1,000 tons of rocket propelled grenades, guns, and ammo to destroy. And, would you believe, pirated stinger missiles (purportedly) made in Pakistan with computer guidance; you get $42,000 if you hand one that works from the Yanks as a disarmament incentive. I won’t give up guys; help me get there. Mike, by the way, hails from Oxford Good Old England, bless him. I wouldn’t do his work for all the Wings that are in the factory! Saturday, 15 November – Afghanistan Message from Steve: I think they are trying to start up a magazine…every time I leave the bike, they undo the covers and sit on it and take pictures! They don’t ask; they just put the belly cowling to one side, put it on the centre stand, and do as they please—in the daytime, and maybe three times a day. I have employed a guard to keep them off. Maybe it will work. The mine clearer, Mike, thinks I can get the “ali” welded at the airport, as air-

crafts are also made of “ali”. I’m going to wait though, as I have still 2,500 miles to go and would rather be safe than leaking everywhere. Thanks again for the support. If anybody emails me, please do so before 6:30 GMT, as the hotel staff bed down in the foyer where the computer is. They have a hard day. By the way, there is a castle here from 1 BC that Alexander the Great had as a pad. Looks like they will put “Taz woz here”, too. I have read the forum, and it made me laugh. Thank you Wingers for your humour and donations. And lastly, how do you keep the little buggers off your bike? Move it by pushing it two times a day. (But they still find it!) Wing World

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Sunday, 16 November – Afghanistan Message from Steve: The situation is getting bad here, as there was a bombing this morning 200 miles away. Our town is under alert. Even in the capital of Kabul, three were killed by bombs. I am sorry, but I will have to put the bike—which sticks out like a sore thumb—on a truck and send it 650 miles by road. It is too risky for me to ride it even when fixed. At least it won’t be seen under a canvas. I am still awaiting parts. Mike, the bomb man, cannot help me. He has tried, and it is he who gives me some briefs he gets from the military and warned me of a grenade attack not far from here. But other than that, everything is hunky-dory.

being on the road to Bangladesh. He is going to get the bike transported to Kabul, possibly tomorrow. Then he will fly there, as the roads are too dangerous to travel on. Evidently there has been an election out there, and the people who are not happy about the result are killing people! Let’s hope he gets out of there quick! He said that when he gets to the Khyber Pass, he will have to have an armed escort through, as it is even worse there. Monday, 17 November – Afghanistan Message from Steve: More bad news, even after the bombing today. We had to load the bike on top of a coach to transport it. They hoisted it up with a mobile crane, and it is now sharing the roof of a Merc coach with a Toyota estate car and 500 cartons. But in the process of lifting it, we severed an electric wire. It is four colours going to a metal cup; similar in size to a cream carton for coffee (that you get at cafes). Can anyone tell me if it will stop the bike from running? Steven Edglar says it may be a sensor for the crankshaft, and that it sends pulses. If it is, I will have to fit another one... Tuesday, 18 November – Afghanistan Message from Steve: Big question: If I don’t connect the electric wires at all and leave the wires unconnected to anything, will I be able to start and ride the bike? They have sheared right where the wire goes into the sensor (which is sealed). It cannot be opened and is slightly squashed. I fly Saturday morning to Kabul to meet Tango 1 and am staying at Hotel Intercontinental. No one died last night from the bomb blast.

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Wednesday, 19 November – Afghanistan Message from Ray: I spoke to Taz tonight, and he said there is nothing much to report today, apart from the fact that one of the people who works at the hotel asked if he would like to go and visit the local mosque. Taz agreed to go with him and, when he arrived, he was giggling, “It was like taking coals to Newcastle.” There was a funeral going on and, if you don’t know, Taz is an undertaker! He flies to Kabul tomorrow at 11 a.m. his time. Then, he said: “I have to find the coach and Tango 1, then find a crane to get the Wing off, then push it to the hotel to a place I can work on it. Next, I have to find the place where the part is for the bike, fit it on, and do the wiring. Then, hopefully, I’ll be on my way either Saturday afternoon or Sunday.” Well, that makes my Saturday look very boring now, doesn’t it? Taz sends his regards to all and says there have been no more bombs today. Let’s hope all goes well for him tomorrow and that all goes to plan. Or, as they say where Taz is, that all goes “Inchala”.

Be sure to join Steve “Taz” Taslim next month for the continuation of his journey on “The Road to Bangladesh”. ● Wing World

By Bob Arko • GWRRA #146986 • Phoenix, Arizona y first winter ride in many years was certainly one to remember. I’ve lived in Phoenix, Arizona, for 40 years now and, upon packing my 2002 Illusion Blue Gold Wing, I thought I was ready for anything. Who knew? Anyway, it seemed like it was a good time to travel. I had just lost my job, and prospects were scarce, so I decided to leave the day before Thanksgiving, 2009. My wonderful wife said it was a good idea since the roads would be wide open because of everyone being at home Thanksgiving Day. As I loaded up my bike, I added a Pakit Rak and an orange tote that I’d just purchased for my tent, air mattress, and compressor. I then tied the tent poles, chair,

and sleeping bag down on the passenger seat. All the clothes, shoes, rain and heated gear went into the saddlebags and trunk. My family all called in to work so they could come over beforehand. And, at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, November 25th, I set out. Heading Out into the Unknown I had never been south to Texas, so I had planned on that route to keep me warm in December. The starting point would be Big Bend National Park, and from there I would play it by ear. The uneventful ride to El Paso along I10 was short because of the early winter sunsets. The one bright spot was the three antelope beside the road that

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neighbors played guitar and new friends from Austin told me to go visit their home because the beauty there was the best-kept secret in Texas. Moving Into Colder—then Warmer—Weather Heading back north the next day out of Big Bend was a bit colder. I read 38oF on the temp gauge, but the wind made it

cold enough for the heated clothing. I turned east from Marathon and put on all my winter gear—chaps, bandana, etc.— and tried to “think warm” the whole day. Moving toward Del Rio, I went over the high bridge over the Rio Grande River. I took some photos of the spectacular view. Then it was onward to Carrizo Springs to see what was available for the night. Since it was not camping weather, a

motel was my first choice. And it was a good choice, too, since it hit 28oF that night. The next day, I went through Laredo on Route 83. It was a busy day of traffic, and I passed a tourist attraction named “Bob’z World” that had dinosaurs, sharks, and giant seashells. I wasn’t able to go inside, but it looked like a great place. Via Port Isabel, I headed toward South Padre Island and took a bridge over the inlet. It was warm and beautiful, and I will definitely go there again. After all, by then I had shed all my heavy gear and was warm at 74 degrees. I grabbed a motel (which was actually way cheaper than the KOA on the island) and unloaded all the gear.Then I just drove the beach road and watched the spectacular view of the gulf and the inlet side of the island. Multi-colored sails were all around from windsurfers and inline skaters; I even saw some folks walking in swimsuits in November. Wow! Now, I know how people who have thicker blood behave in winter but, being from Phoenix, I had none left to stay warm enough to swim. So I rode the bike back over the bridge

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“the first early December snowfall ever”. I just went to sleep instead of waiting for the results; I still couldn’t believe it. I certainly thought by now I was far enough from Houston to be safe! Well, the next morning was a “winter wonderland”. Everything was covered in snow, and it was only 28 degrees F. There was ice in the parking lot and on most of the four-wheelers all around me. And it was still coming down! Being a Phoenix native, there’s no way I wanted to travel in it. So, again, I booked another overnight stay. Indeed, it was a nice day to stay near the motel’s heated indoors and order delivery service from Pizza Hut. Yes, December 4th, 2009, will forever remain in my memory—snow in Texas! Out of the Cold Weather at Last? Thankfully, Saturday turned out bright and sunny. Thus, I was able to leave because the snow all melted off the roads. As I headed to El Paso, I could see the accident spot that had closed I-10 the night before. As I headed west, it was high mountain passes, snow all around, and just 28

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degrees F. This “nation of Texas” was taking a long time to ride through, and I was ready to be warm again in Phoenix. I made El Paso nicely and headed into New Mexico, though I changed prior plans to stay on I-10 all the way home and switched instead to Route 70 to Safford, Arizona, for the night. By then I was hoping my final day’s ride would be smooth and uneventful. However, it was not. As I left Safford in the morning, it rained my final two hours through the mountains before Phoenix. But I did not let that get me down. I knew I was headed for warmer weather, and it was 66 and mostly sunny skies as I headed home to my garage. After 12 days and 3,500 miles—and though it was well worth all the weather because I had gotten to take my “winter ride in the south”—I was glad to be home. Now, however, I am making plans for a summer ride. Hopefully I’ll have a job by then, but you never know. Only this time it may be both of us who head to South Padre Island. One thing I know for sure…chances are pretty good I won’t hit snow in Texas this time! ●

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

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

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

E-MAIL ADDRESS: ________________________________________________________________

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

x $20 = $

Number of Life or Gold Members

x $22 = $

Number of Members

x $40 = $

Number of Members

x $45 = $

Number of Non-Members

x $50 = $

Number of Non-Members

x $55 = $

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

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

FAX or MAIL this form to:

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

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

RIDER EDUCATION COURSES

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

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

ERC

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

ARC

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

Sidecar

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

Trailering

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

Trike

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

Must be present to win!

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

$15 $20 $30 $50 Total ______________

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

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

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

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

TBD (Seating is limited, while supplies last)

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

CLASS

# OF PEOPLE

Number of people ______ X $15 = ________________

TOTAL

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

Co-Rider _______________________

ARC _________________________ $50* per bike = ________________ Rider ________________________

Co-Rider _______________________

Sidecar ______________________ $50* per bike = _________________ Rider ________________________

Co-Rider _______________________

Trailering _____________________ $50* per bike = _________________ Rider ________________________

Co-Rider _______________________

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

Name ________________________

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

Name ________________________

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

Name ________________________

Grand Total ______________________

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

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

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

(Place quantity next to size)

_______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______

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

x x x x x x x

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

______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______

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

Golf Shirt size(s) ____ ____ ____ ____

Co-Rider _______________________

Trike _________________________ $50* per bike = _________________ Rider ________________________

SOUVENIR WING DING T-SHIRT

Total _______________

BIKE SHOW COMPETITION

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

POKER RUNS (8 WINNERS!)

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

GRAND TOTAL: $ ENCLOSED

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

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

Hotel Map

Greater Des Moines Hotel Map Gold Wing Road Riders Association,M Wing Ding 201 AP KEY F

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HOTELS

Downtown

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

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

Northwest 8 America’s Best Inn 9 Hilton Garden Inn - Urbandale/Johnston 10 Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites - Des Moines 11 Ramada - Northwest 12 TownePlace Suites by Marriott South 13 Baymont Inn & Suites Airport Conference Center 14 Fairfield Inn & Suites - Airport 15 Holiday Inn - Airport 16 Radisson Hotel - Des Moines Airport

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

West 17 Best Western - Des Moines West 18 Chase Suite Hotel 19 Comfort Suites at Living History Farms 20 Country Inn & Suites - Des Moines West 21 Courtyard by Marriott - West Des Moines 22 Holiday Inn & Suites at Jordan Creek 23 Sheraton - West Des Moines 24 Sleep Inn - Urbandale 25 Wildwood Lodge, The D Yellow Banks E Thomas Mitchell Park F Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt

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Free Continental Breakfast Free Wireless Internet

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Free Parking

Hotel List

MAP KEY

Airport Shuttle

Rates 3 person $

2 person $

Map Location

WD32 HOTEL LISTING

GRAY’S LAKE

57.50

61.10 68.40

68.40 74.60

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10 Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites - Des Moines Northwest 109.00 109.00 109.00 109.00 11 Ramada - Northwest

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89.00

89.00 99.00 109.00

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16 Radisson Hotel - Des Moines Airport

99.00

99.00 109.00 119.00

17 Best Western - Des Moines West

75.00

79.00 85.00

18 Chase Suite Hotel

99.00

99.00 129.00 129.00 149.00

19 Comfort Suites at Living History Farms

99.00

20 Country Inn & Suites - Des Moines West

99.00

99.00 109.00 119.00

99.00 99.00

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99.00

21 Courtyard by Marriott - West Des Moines 109.00 109.00 109.00 109.00 22 Holiday Inn & Suites at Jordan Creek

109.00 109.00 119.00 129.00

23 Sheraton - West Des Moines

99.00

99.00 99.00

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89.00

89.00 99.00 109.00

25 Wildwood Lodge, The

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Iowa State Fairgrounds Campgrounds - E. 30th & E. University Avenue, Des Moines ...........(515) 262-3111 ext.284 Adventureland Park Campgrounds - 305 34th Avenue NW, Altoona.......................................(515) 265-7384 Lewis A Jester Park - 11407 NW Jester Park Drive, Granger ...................................................(515) 323-5366 Yellow Banks - 6801 SE 32nd Avenue, Pleasant Hill ...................................................................(515) 266-1563 Thomas Mitchell Park - 10509 NE 46th Avenue, Mitchellville...................................................(515) 967-4889 Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt - 8700 NE 126th Avenue, Maxwell ..........................................(515) 967-2596

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Here’s how the contest works: Starting with your January 2010, you can find “Wingy” anywhere in your Wing World magazine! Follow these instructions: • Find “Wingy” (shown here). Then: • Email your entry to contest@wingworldmag.com or you may choose to mail your entry to: WW March “Wingy” Contest, One W. Deer Valley Road – Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ 85027. All entries must be received before March 1st. Entries must include your name, mailing address, phone number, GWRRA membership number and the following: • The page number on which “Wingy” is located. • The location on the page where “Wingy” was found. A winner will be randomly chosen on March 1st; the lucky winner of the $50 will be contacted by email or phone. Additionally, the March winner’s name will be published in the May issue of Wing World magazine.

March 2010

All the latest J&M Audio Products. Huge Inventory of Arai and HJC Helmets with J&M Headsets Installed. Nolan and KBC Helmets also Available. Come see us during Bike Week at the Gold Wing Getaway, 2020 North Dixie Freeway / New Smyrna Beach Airport. Just 10 miles South of Daytona on US Highway 1.

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1983 Honda Gold Wing. Full dress, Interstate. Black. Has only 60K original mi. Floorboards and highway boards. $2,250. Contact Lloyd at (989) 600-9277. 1983 GL1100 Interstate. Black. Extended Tulsa windshield, full dress. AM/FM/CB radio, floorboards, highway boards, new tires, and complete brake service less than 400 miles. $2,250. Garey. (731) 635-7166 or gareyow@aol.com. 1986 GL1200 Aspencade. Two-tone silver/grey. 40K mi. Bought from original owner. New tires. Ready for a long trip. $4,500. Charles. (920) 323-1242. WI. 1989 GL1500. Burgundy. 84,900 mi. Few ’89s w/ so many accessories: Custom exhaust system, custom 2-color saddle, custom etched eagle on windshield, reverse, cruise, AM/FM w/ cassette, CB, power center stand, extra trunk lights, side light bars, rear light bar, Ring of lights, front fork lights, spoiler light bar, fender extenders, heel/toe shifter, floorboards for rider and passenger, cruiser floorboards, multi-chrome covers, passenger armrests, custom striping. Comes with matching Motorvation trailer w/ bra and striping, custom Naugahyde clothes compartment and carpeted throughout. A true classic; runs like a champ. $7,200 takes all. Gerald. (208) 238-3611. ID. 1990 Gold Wing SE. 75K. Carmel Blue. CB, newer Metzlers, K&N air filter, new battery, new timing belts, 78

new windshield, floorboards, backrest, highway pegs. Comes with 2 new Dunlop rear tires, extra windshield, service manual. $4,800. wingrider30@comcast.net. NM. 1993 GL1500SE. 82K. 2-tone blue. Excellent condition. Driver backrest, chrome rotor/caliper covers, passenger audio control. Never down; garage kept, never pulled trailers. Tim. (336) 249-8573 or tcbeck@lexcominc.net. NC. 1999 Gold Wing SE. Pearl White w/ 2 wired helmets. Always garaged, tri-colored Ring of Fire, Tulsa windshield, drivers backrest, Compu-Fire w/ sealed battery, lighted spoiler. Asking $10,500 obo. Jimmy. (870) 838-7774. 1999 GL1500. Wineberry Red. 52K mi. Sold only with its matching trailer. Also included is a new matching HJC flipfront helmet, a Gerbings heated jacket and gloves, new tires, heel/toe shifter, and tall windshield. Always garaged. I have to sell this one before I can afford a new one. $11,000. Mike. Email for pictures at MikeyJ@usa.com or call (352) 553-2324. FL. 2003 Yellow Gold Wing. 121K mi. Needs windshield. Tires, brakes, oil change (300 miles), 6 CD changer (not OEM), CB, heated grips, turn-downs, luggage rack (some rust), trailer hitch and wired, LED trunk and saddlebag, Honda P P May/2010, Engine & Cooling System 05/2012. Pics available. $11,500. (334) 285-3807 or Taylorte@msn.com. AL. 2004 Honda Silver Wing FSC600A w/ TowPac. Dark Cherry (TowPac is black). 5,400 mi. ABS. Always garaged; never down. TowPac used one season (can be removed easily). Liquid-cooled 582cc DOHC engine, fully automatic CVT transmission, two-up seating, roomy storage under saddle. Easy and fun—just twist and go. $5,999 for whole package. (970) 964-4379 or ginnyornick@bresnan.net. Delivery from CO possible. 2004 GL1800. Black Cherry. 33K mi. This bike is loaded with over 10K in chrome and over 10K in LED lights. Has won awards in light shows. Always garaged and pampered. Comes with matching Bushtec Quantum GL trailer (chrome wheels) and Pitbull lift. $18,500 for all. Must see this bike at night to appreciate. (901) 292-7188 or dblile@gmail.com.

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GL1500 Alternator. Very good operating condition. Includes 4 new rubber block mounts. When I had my bike triked, and bought a trailer, I upgraded the alternator to a Compu-Fire. This OEM alternator is still in great working condition. $75, includes shipping! William. wdbartman@aol.com or (813) 633-9007. 2008 Red GL1800 trike take-off parts (all except rear tire; 55 miles before triked out). $600 for all or sell individually. Contact cunarda@att.net or Gene (330) 773-2465. M I S C E L L A N E O U S

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You Create it! We Make it! Visit our website www.gwpins.com or call 800-843-9460 or 623-581-2500 Extension 274 NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS JUNE 30 - JULY 3, 2010. Wing Ding 32 in Des Moines, Iowa. “Meet in the Middle" is the theme for the 32nd annual GWRRA party and convention! Join us for the world’s largest Gold Wing trade show, parades, Rider Ed courses and classes, seminars, parties, dancing, food, great riding and much more—all in a great city! Sign up now at www.wing-ding.org or call (800) 843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (Phoenix area) to register now!

INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS GWRRA WILL ATTEND Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows® GWRRA is pleased to announce we will once again have recruiting booths at the following International Motorcycle Show: February 5-7, 2010. Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 Second Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN. The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows® allows motorcycle riders to get an up-close look at more than 500 new model motorcycles along with the latest gear and accessories, new rider programs, demo rides, interactive entertainment and more. Discount tickets available for GWRRA Members. Register online at motorcycleshows.com and enter Promo Code: Gold.

REGION EVENTS MARCH 25-27, 2010. REGION H’s “March Madness” Rally. Join us in the East Texas City of Marshall as we kick off the rally season in Region H. Great riding in East Texas and lots of rally FUN. Rally site is the Marshall Civic Center, conveniently located near I-20 on Hwy 59. Plenty of nearby hotels and campsites. Thursday

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evening social, Charity Bike Wash, Downtown Poker Walk, Light Show at downtown historic square, Vendors inside & out. For additional information, please go to the Region H website at http://www.region-h.org/ or contact Harry Dollarhide at (405) 391-7661/(405) 694-5218. MAY 27-30, 2010 (MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND). REGION F RALLY West Wing 2, "Winger Family Beach Party", in Costa Mesa, CA. Much more info to come. Host Hotel, The Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa, offers rates of $89/night to GWRRA [visit www.hiltonorangecountycostamesa.com or call (714) 5407000]. For more info or to register, visit www.gwrra-RegionF.org or contact Jeffrey or Denise Goldin at (602) 481-0894 or arizonagoldin@cox.net. SEPTEMBER 3-5, 2010 (LABOR DAY WEEKEND). REGION E’s “Back to the Fifties” Rally. Join the fun in Davenport, IA at the downtown Radisson hotel. For GWRRA Members, the room rate is $79 per night. Hotel Address is Radisson Quad City Plaza Hotel, 111 East 2nd, Davenport, IA 52801. Phone number is (800) 395-7046; website is www.radisson .com/davenportia. Near many attractions! For more information, contact Clayton & Lynda Alcorn, Region E Directors, at (660) 827-3063, (660) 473-0172, or b2momdad@charter.net or visit www.gwrra-region-e.org. SEPTEMBER 16-18, 2010. REGION A’s “All American Homecoming” at the NEW LOCATION of Lakepoint Resort Lodge & Convention Center (New, complete renovation), US 431 N., in Eufaula, AL. [Resort phone: (800) 5445253] 3-night minimum at the Lodge; Cabins and Lakeside Cottages available; Camping OnSite. Vendors, Seminars, BBQ, Pajama Party, Bike Parade, District Directors Challenge, Poker Run, Chapter Challenge, and so much more! For more info, call Region A Directors Bob & Nan Shrader at (352) 668-3164 or Rally Coordinator Ed Porter at (727) 938-8190.

DISTRICT EVENTS *FEBRUARY 6, 2010. DISTRICT OF GERMANY meet at 11 a.m. in a small village of the Eifel region, called “Gruene Hoelle” (“Green Hell”), located nearby the famous Formula One circuit Nuerburgring. Possibility to have breakfast or lunch. Possible option to visit the ring°werk leisure park in the afternoon. Day ends with an optional dinner starting latest at 6.30 p.m. Please contact gwrra.germany@hotmail.com as soon as possible if you are interested in attending. Everyone welcome! MARCH 11-13, 2010. FLORIDA DISTRICT presents “Believe in Magic” 2010 District Rally at the Radisson WorldGate Resort Hotel in Kissimmee, FL. It will be a magical weekend

filled with FUN, FUN and more FUN in the heart of central Florida. For more information, go to http://fla.gwrra-regiona.org/index.html or contact the Rally Coordinator Cliff Hotchkiss at (407) 277-9207. *MARCH 20, 2010. DISTRICT OF GERMANY: Two novelties: First “official” ride of the District of Germany. Also, it lasts two half-days, including an overnight stay. Meet before noon for an optional joint breakfast, then ride towards the “Pfaelzer Wald” (“Palatine Forrest”). Meeting held in the afternoon, followed by a culinary wine tasting experience during a four-course meal. Price is 77 Euros per person and contains a welcome drink, the culinary wine tasting, the overnight stay in a twobed comfort room as well as the breakfast buffet. Please let Juergen Petri, juergen.petri@hotmail.de) know as soon as possible if you are interested. Everyone welcome! APRIL 8-10, 2010. LOUISIANA DISTRICT’s “Mardi Gras Madness” Rally in the Heart of Cajun Country in Lafayette, LA at the Holiday Inn & Convention Center [(800) 9424868; $75/night special room rate for res code “GWRRA”]. Prizes, money, and FUN! Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler! – Let the Good Times Roll! Game show prizes, live Cajun band, Light Parade, Couple of the Year Selection, Mardi Gras Ball and costume contest, and more! For more info and to register, contact Brent & Roxie Comeaux at (337) 993-8440 or visit www.gwrrala.org. APRIL 16-18, 2010. ARKANSAS DISTRICT’s Annual Rider Education Weekend at the UA Community College in Morrilton, AR. Training offered on many different Rider Education seminars (like Mature Rider, Motorcycle Crash Scene Response, Team Riding, and more). Plus MSF/ERC Refresher Course, Trike course, 1-up/2-up, and many more. What about CPR/FA? Are you current? If not, come see us and take the class. How about an LTD class? We will be offering many things for you, starting Friday evening and all the way through Sunday. For details and registration forms, visit http://argwrra.org/ or contact Jim or Bonita Goodman. AR District Educators at educator@argwrra.org or (501) 743-8901. *APRIL 17, 2010. DISTRICT OF GERMANY visits Wuerzburg, home of a magnificent baroque-style bishop’s residence, which is a World Heritage Site since 1981. Further details of this event will be announced. Please let Carroll (Carroll Randall, cw4jaguar@aol .com) know as soon as possible if you are interested. Everyone welcome! APRIL 22-24, 2010. TENNESSE DISTRICT RALLY, “Spring Fling”, in Pigeon Forge, TN. Join us for “Old Time Rock & Roll” as we go back to the ’50s at the Grand Majestic Theatre. Full registration for the rally includes one ticket to professional ’50s Variety Show on Friday night. Lots of vendors, Rider Ed/LTD/MEC seminars, District Couple of the Year Selection, Sock Hop, Bike/Light Shows, and so much more! Visit www.tngwrra.org for registration and lodging information. Need more info? Contact Ken or Julie Zahn at (865) 774-7740 or email mrszahn@yahoo.com.

APRIL 28 - MAY 1, 2010. SOUTH CAROLINA DISTRICT RALLY presents “Doin’ Charleston Southern Style” in Charleston, SC. Rally site is at the Wingate Hotel, Exit 205B on I-26 at Hwy 78. Come dressed in your Roarin’ ’20s or Southern Lady/Gentleman outfits. For more information, go to our website at www.gwrrasc.com or contact Charles Coleman at (864) 834-5170.

*JULY 22-24, 2010. NEW ENGLAND DISTRICTS’ Rally IX. ’50s – ’60s theme. Host hotel is Town & Country Motor Inn, Gorham, NH (800) 325-4386. See NE District website for more info, or contact Pat Thibaudeau, NH District Director, at (508) 341-1687 or gwrranhdd@msn.com.

APRIL 29 - MAY 1, 2010. MISSOURI DISTRICT’s Rally's "Wing the Ozarks" in Branson, MO. For more info, contact Bob and Diane Phelps at (314) 837-6276 or modirect_2011@sbcglobal.net

MARCH 2, 2010. FL1-G’s “Tour the Real Florida”. Coming down to Daytona for Bike Week 2010? Give Garland Dennis (CD for FL1G) or David Hiers (Tour Coordinator) a call. We’re planning a tour that only the locals usually get to see! You think Florida is only about straight and boring roads? Well, give us a call! Dinner, supper, and a T-Shirt are provided with the cost of the tour. Prices are $45 for Single Rider and $65 for two-up. Space limited, so hurry. For information and to register, call Garland at (321) 363-6337 or David at (386) 775-2003 or email FL1G-CD@yahoo.com.

MAY 6-8, 2010. TEXAS DISTRICT’s "Rally the Troops" Rally in Killeen, TX (home of Ft Hood, the worlds largest military installation). Special performance by the U.S. Army’s 1st Calvary Horse detachment. Contact Ken and Barbie Peterson, District Directors at (817) 293-4667 or kenandbarbie@wb4me.com. For online registration, visit www.gwrra-tx.org *JULY 15-17, 2010. WASHINGTON DISTRICT’s 30th Anniversary Rally “Cruising the Olympic Peninsula” in Port Townsend, WA. Shore Excursions, Historical Walking Tours, Shopping, Canoe, kayak, and sailboat rentals, and more. For more info, contact Bob Spencer at (425) 489-9786. JULY 16-17, 2010. MINNESOTA DISTRICT RALLY, “Grand Riding in Grand Rapids” in Grand Rapids, MN. Host hotel is the SawMill Inn of Grand Rapids on Highway 169 South [(800) 667-7508 or www.sawmillinn.com; ask for GWRRA Block]. Join us for Rider Ed & LTD seminars, Guided Dinner Rides Friday night, “Wingo”, Movie Night, Light Parade, Couple of the Year Selection, Bike & Mascot Show, and more! For more info, contact Bruce and Barb Beeman at (507) 433-4286 or bbeeman@smig.net.

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MARCH 7, 2010. AZ-G’s annual “Ride the Horns” fundraiser charity event. Will consist of a ride through scenic Southern Arizona, vendors, and fun barbeque at the Longhorn Grill in Amado, Arizona. ALL bikes are welcome! For more information, please visit our website at http://www.gwrrazgeckos.org/page40.html or contact Carl Welch, CD, at (520) 548-0223 or CD1_AZG@att.net. MARCH 20, 2010. TX-X2’s 11th Annual Birthday Party from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bear Creek Park Pavilion in Houston, Texas. Games, great food, and lots of camaraderie among GWRRA friends. For more information, email David & Gail Nunez at Chapterdirector @txx2.com

MARCH 26-28, 2010. CA-1R’s12th annual “Rally in the Valley” in Primm, NV. For information, call Tom Lorenz at (714) 801-8664 or Cathy Diaz at (949) 551-4896. For flyer information and accommodations, please visit our website at www.gwrra-ca1r.org. APRIL 9-10, 2010. TX-O’s 23rd Annual Bluebonnet Rally and Campout at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, Fredericksburg, TX (830) 997-4202 [http://fbgtx.org/]. Come tour the beautiful Texas Hill Country during peak wildflower season. Camp with us Friday and Saturday in reserved rally spots [1-30]. If camping, mention you are with Chapter O when paying camping fee at gate. If not camping, admission to the park is free. Rally starts Saturday at 8:00 a.m. and includes a Fun Run, catered lunch, off-bike games, vendors, a HUGE silent auction, and lots of FUN! The rally is located in the enclosed Pioneer Pavilion, so come rain or shine! Closing ceremonies begin at 2:00 p.m. Contact: Kathy or Randy Reese at (512) 2512017 or (512) 848-3144 or email director@goldwingaustin.org. See chapter website for details and flyer at http://www.goldwingaustin.org/. APRIL 24, 2010. TX-O2’s Heart of Texas Wings Rally (and duck race). Riverside Park, Brownwood, Texas. Contact: Bob and Toby Davis bobandtoby@aol.com or 325-698-6941. MAY 28-31, 2010. WA-L’s Annual Desert Spring Fling at The Benton County Fairgrounds, in Kennewick, WA. Hotels are available or Camp on the fairgrounds. Details on Website: www.gwrra-wa-l.org; or contact M.R. Messinger (509) 582-4560. E-Mail: mr1vette@charter.net. ●

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

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

D I S T R I C T

D I R E C T O R S ,

ALABAMA D/D AL-A AL-B AL-D AL-E

HARVEST MOBILE HUNTSVILLE ANNISTON ANDERSON

March 2010

FOSNIGHT JR, R LONG, W GRISWOLD, J LACKEY, R GRISHAM, R

256-721-9151 251-649-0003 256-722-9128 256-831-1707 236-247-6434

C H A P T E R AL-F AL-G AL-H AL-I AL-J AL-K AL-L

MONTGOMERY SAMSON ATHENS DECATUR TUSCALOOSA FLORENCE THOMASVILLE

D I R E C T O R S SCOTT, M COLVIN, D LEONARD, K WALKER, J BEALL, R WILEY, J JERNIGAN, B

334-356-2892 334-222-1294 256-864-3121 256-351-9255 205-393-2653 256-766-1863 251-862-2190

C H A P T E R AL-M AL-N AL-Q AL-S AL-T AL-U AL-W

OPELIKA GADSDEN DEATSVILLE RUSSELLVILLE MCCALLA DOTHAN MOBILE COUNTY

L O C A T I O N S HARRISON, C* WHITE, B WESENBERG, T SWINDLE, M TEASLEY, F HALL, S MCINNIS, M

334-291-3234 256-442-3625 334-264-0685 256-331-2735 205-424-4717 334-671-3667 251-605-4089

AL-X AL-Y AL-Z

ALABASTER BIRMINGHAM PRATTVILLE

SMITH, W BARDEN, B TAYLOR, V

D/D AK-A AK-B AK-M AK-P

EAGLE RIVER ANCHORAGE FAIRBANKS WASILLA SOLDOTNA

D/D AZ-A AZ-C AZ-D AZ-E AZ-F AZ-G AZ-J AZ-K AZ-R AZ-S AZ-Y

TUCSON TUCSON LAKE HAVASU CTY MESA SIERRA VISTA BULLHEAD CITY GREEN VALLEY FLAGSTAFF TUCSON PHOENIX SCOTTSDALE PRESCOTT

D/D AR-A AR-B AR-C AR-D AR-E AR-H AR-J AR-L AR-P AR-R AR-W AR-X

BEEBE NORTH LITTLE ROCK FAYETTEVILLE CABOT JONESBORO HOT SPRINGS BATESVILLE RUSSELLVILLE CONWAY MOUNTAIN HOME VAN BUREN BLYTHEVILLE CLARKSVILLE

205-427-2111 205-629-0278 334-361-7451

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

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

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

520-400-9897 520-663-0377 928-855-8981 480-786-0365 520-366-5801 928-757-0781 520-548-0223 928-774-7361 520-390-5059 623-853-0394 480-391-7018 928-541-9031

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

501-882-9172 501-847-7512 479-409-9566 501-834-2482 870-935-7480 501-767-5134 870-793-4180 479-968-5179 501-519-1115 870-488-5466 479-638-7303 870-623-4578 479-471-1895

CALIFORNIA D/D CA-1A CA-1C CA-1D CA-1E CA-1F CA-1I CA-1K CA-1L CA-1M CA-1N CA-1Q CA-1R CA-1S CA-1V CA-1Y CA-1Z CA-2A CA-2J CA-2K CA-2N CA-2Q CA-2R CA-2S CA-2W CA-C

SUISUN CITY LANCASTER RANCHO MIRAGE PARAMOUNT UPLAND SAN DIEGO COVINA BURBANK ATASCADERO SAN BERNADINO OCEANSIDE BUENA PARK IRVINE VENTURA VICTORVILLE LOMPOC TEMECULA TULARE PITTSBURG FAIRFIELD ANGELS CAMP DUBLIN SALINAS SAN JOSE CLOVIS SACRAMENTO

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

707-429-2920 661-729-6754 760-989-7138 562-920-6564 909-559-0191 858-695-8445 909-949-9832 818-362-8925 805-543-5456 951-443-2891 760-741-8230 562-430-8244 714-968-4393 805-216-6661 760-949-2186 805-735-4641 951-453-6000 559-542-0103 925-685-2111 707-643-4279 209-536-1318 510-659-8239 831-444-0856 408-934-0408 559-635-0325 916-391-8951

COLORADO D/D CO-A CO-B CO-C CO-E CO-G CO-I CO-J CO-L CO-N CO-Q

LITTLETON LITTLETON GRAND JUNCTION CANON CITY ARVADA FORT COLLINS COLORADO SPGS AURORA LAKEWOOD PUEBLO MONTROSE

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

D/D CT-B CT-E CT-Q CT-W

STAFFORD SPRINGS HAHN, L MANCHESTER MCQUEENEY, S FAIRFIELD FRIEND, S PUTNAM OLSON, M WATERBURY COGSWELL, C

D/D DE-A DE-B

MIDDLETOWN NEW CASTLE SEAFORD

D/D FL-1A FL-1A2 FL-1B FL-1D FL-1D2 FL-1E2 FL-1F FL-1F2 FL-1G FL-1H FL-1H2 FL-1J FL-1K FL-1K2 FL-1L FL-1L2 FL-1M FL-1O FL-1Q

LAKELAND TAMPA TALLAHASSEE BRANDON PENSACOLA NEW PORT RICHEY FORT WALTON BCH TITUSVILLE OCALA DELTONA DAYTONA ORLANDO JACKSONVILLE PALM COAST ST PETERSBURG PANAMA CITY WESLEY CHAPEL CLEARWATER DEFUNIAK SPRINGS MILTON

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

CONNECTICUT 860-684-7402 860-688-0416 203-264-4180 860-923-9966 203-925-1824

DELAWARE BROWN, M CHAPPELL, T INGRAM JR, K

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

FLORIDA

BERRY, W MARION, B STEPHENS, C VAN DAME, N POPPELL, T HECKLER, R BLAIR, F TAYLOR, E ELDRED, A DENNIS, G WELLS, G RAESLY, D GRESHAM, E BOWMAN, W JOHNSON, J PIPPIN, D BUCK, R JACKSON, R DAVIS, W PRIDEAUX JR, D

863-860-4484 813-299-6433 850-539-5084 813-684-1200 850-377-7977 727-819-1113 850-515-2859 321-631-2422 352-377-6385 407-732-4086 386-427-5169 407-568-6664 904-641-7611 904-829-8062 727-525-8020 850-785-9736 813-943-5231 727-433-0549 850-892-0318 850-995-5010

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

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

D/D GA-A GA-A2 GA-B GA-B2 GA-C2 GA-D GA-D2 GA-E GA-E2 GA-F2 GA-G GA-G2 GA-H GA-H2 GA-I GA-I2 GA-J GA-K GA-L GA-M GA-O GA-P GA-Q GA-R GA-S GA-T GA-U GA-V GA-W GA-X GA-Z

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

HI-A

HONOLULU

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

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

GEORGIA LOZANO, C MCCROSKEY, B HOHMAN, C O’FLYNN, D THAYER, W URBAN, L KOZLOWSKI, P PARSONS, M FORD, J BRIDGES, R CATES, L MILLER, A SEIBOLD, P VERNER, J GAY, C SMITH, B ROBINSON, T GOTTLIEB, J LOY, G NEWBY, D MCCALL JR, G* TILLMAN, T HEADLEY, M RICIGLIANO, F BANKS, J THRASHER, K VAUGHN, R NOY, A* SWAIN, C MOON, S ZIMMER, J* ROBERTS, R

770-932-4007 770-954-1924 478-275-4972 770-693-1760 770-537-6476 912-876-5632 770-530-0161 706-226-1542 706-647-7505 912-823-2743 706-860-9238 706-610-8669 770-205-0150 229-883-5598 912-852-9035 706-342-0125 770-258-5864 706-896-7403 912-729-4250 706-295-1714 229-985-2412 229-769-3197 770-960-8746 478-953-3886 770-893-4248 706-310-1041 706-354-0890 678-438-3929 478-892-2564 770-516-9655 478-474-8821 770-251-2460

HAWAII KAHN, G

808-545-3132

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

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

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

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

WEBER, D ORAM, W ZELLER, J WEBER, D HAMMOND, T HIGDEM, D BOLSTAD, T

208-660-7836 208-237-7304 208-413-0375 208-660-7836 208-529-5477 208-734-1364 208-683-6059

IN-G2 IN-H IN-H2 IN-J IN-K IN-L IN-L2 IN-M IN-M2 IN-N IN-N2 IN-O IN-O2 IN-P IN-P2 IN-Q2 IN-R IN-R2 IN-S2 IN-T IN-T2 IN-U IN-U2 IN-V IN-W IN-Z

MILAN GOSHEN NEW CASTLE KOKOMO LAFAYETTE LIBERTY GREENWOOD WASHINGTON COLUMBIA CITY SOUTH BEND SALEM EVANSVILLE ELKHART NOBLESVILLE CROWN POINT PORTAGE INDIANAPOLIS RENSSELAER SOUTH BEND UNION CITY HUNTINGTON ANGOLA LAPORTE GARY COLUMBUS BLOOMINGTON

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

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

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

LYNDON WICHITA GARDNER TOPEKA INDEPENDENCE EL DORADO WICHITA ARKANSAS CITY EMPORIA

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

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

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

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

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

MONMOUTH BERWICK LEWISTON BANGOR MADAWASKA

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

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

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

OXFORD WAKEFIELD HYANNIS SPRINGFIELD BERKLEY WORCESTER

EGLI, S KENNEDY, D REMLEY, W BROWN, J MONROE, R HARRIS, T KITTLE, J ROBBINS, D LAMLEY, D HUNTER, L WILLIAMS, D WAGNER, A BOYD, R

D/D MI-A MI-A2 MI-B MI-B2

BRITTON STERLING HEIGHTS ANN ARBOR DEARBORN IMLAY CITY

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

319-758-1134 515-251-4570 712-445-2355 641-797-2951 319-372-7619 319-373-0488 641-932-7612 319-283-2333 309-799-7522 712-246-3276 712-446-2430

KANSAS DRAKE, G BOCKHAUS, S AIKEN, D EDWARDS, T MUSGROVE, L SHANNON, G TINKLER, J MANGUS, G SCHOECK, J

785-828-4801 316-283-6701 785-842-8503 785-266-4027 620-336-3526 620-735-4254 316-722-2825 620-221-1904 620-342-8687

KENTUCKY MCKENZIE, D VIER, D STREET, C BELL, R SMITH, M WILLIAMS, J CONRAD, R BAUMANN, D WEBB, D CONN, C HITE, B WILLIAMS, R GARRETT, J BALDREE, R* CRAIG, J

606-297-3568 502-239-2693 270-354-8071 859-369-3668 304-633-6373 859-331-9475 859-801-4439 937-446-3101 502-507-4365 606-587-3060 270-776-2825 859-582-0170 859-498-6425 270-658-3862 606-379-6322

LOUISIANA

RIBBING, D 618-228-7433 DECKARD, R 217-762-3709 MCMAHON, J 847-707-3482 WANAMAKER, G 309-836-6872 ALLHANDS, J 815-432-3071 HOWARD, K 815-233-4433 DOWNS, K 217-369-8776 WORTHEY, G 618-686-4493 SHIELDS, G 815-761-5271 FILSON, M 217-899-7113 BRIDGWATER, G 618-244-7420 ADAMS, M 815-625-6763 KAHAN, E 847-520-1526 FRYER, D 309-343-3227 GAITROS, T* 217-763-2471 BENNETT, D 815-398-1201 BRZUCHOWSKI, B 708-305-4551 GODMAN, D 573-288-5342 KOLLING, L 618-344-4885 HOLMES, M 217-735-1347 FRUEH, M 630-357-7780 FELL, J 217-948-5674 KOHLENBERGER, W* 618-687-4736 HYLLA, G 815-223-1809 STOLL, J 618-395-2807 GUELDENER, E 217-793-6208 BRUNGARD, S 618-283-0496 CONRO, S 630-482-9139 SIPPEL JR, N 815-937-0849 DOUGHER, R 708-481-6866 ONKEN, W* 309-697-0208 KRESCH, M 708-679-0520

INDIANA EVANSVILLE HOBART LEBANON NEW ALBANY MARION INDIANAPOLIS FORT WAYNE TERRE HAUTE FORT WAYNE ANDERSON MITCHELL WARSAW FORT WAYNE

812-654-2798 574-534-6705 765-529-6345 765-452-9077 219-275-5200 765-966-8722 317-536-2635 812-295-2226 260-396-2333 269-687-5300 812-294-1810 812-491-8971 269-476-2321 317-445-7000 219-836-5714 219-762-5472 317-694-3126 219-866-4386 260-768-4780 260-726-4124 260-356-8922 260-495-4400 269-756-9509 219-712-7161 812-579-6431 812-606-1580

IOWA

ILLINOIS

D/D IN-A IN-A2 IN-B IN-B2 IN-C IN-C2 IN-D IN-D2 IN-E IN-E2 IN-F IN-G

BUSEK, B WENMAN, R DINKINS, T MCMAIN, G SELL, D NEWMAN, T* ZIMMERMAN, J BURCH, J HODSON, D BARBER, J SPAULDING, D STONESTREET, M GLESS, W BEAUDOIN, D MAYER, J NEWBOLD, L SHRAKE, J REED, M KANIA, J ROBINETTE, D CUSTER, S CRAGER, S BARTOS, J WILLIAMS, Z LEWIS, R* WALDRIP, J

812-468-8395 219-696-9657 765-362-6765 812-347-3252 765-651-1523 317-882-0958 260-637-5104 765-344-1011 260-337-0007 765-779-4187 812-849-6569 574-858-2381 260-749-5603

COMEAUX, B DINNEL, T LAVERGNE, G WEBB, C FULLER, J DUCOTE, R ENGOLIA, S TAYLOR, J WOLFE, R BETER, F WHITTINGTON, E VERNON, E

337-993-8440 225-647-0276 337-873-6825 318-925-2552 318-728-2273 318-346-4394 985-641-7128 985-868-0552 337-540-1013 504-469-3178 337-239-9777 225-683-5636

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

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

MARYLAND WILLINGHAM, H COGBURN, W HILL, B HARVEY SR, W KELLEY, S AHEARN, R GENERAL, A BOYCE, D BARTH, M

410-798-6137 443-904-0639 301-856-2329 410-493-7490 410-879-3063 301-997-1254 410-963-3414 410-775-2670 410-924-8371

MASSACHUSETTS MAYO, G LOZZI SR, M NUNEZ, V CLARK, W ALVAREZ, S GIROUX, R

508-987-0252 978-664-2079 508-398-9864 413-592-3174 508-386-3967 508-752-6874

MICHIGAN GARNER, B STRADLEY, J THAYER, B DOOLEY, D AMSDILL, K*

517-403-7338 248-545-4243 734-740-7847 313-605-3115 810-678-2858

Wing World

MI-C MI-C2 MI-D MI-D2 MI-E MI-E2 MI-F MI-F2 MI-G MI-G2 MI-H MI-H2 MI-I MI-I2 MI-J MI-J2 MI-K MI-K2 MI-L MI-L2 MI-M MI-M2 MI-N MI-N2 MI-O MI-P MI-P2 MI-Q MI-Q2 MI-R MI-R2 MI-S MI-S2 MI-T MI-T2 MI-U MI-U2 MI-V MI-V2 MI-W MI-W2 MI-X MI-Y MI-Z

MONROE LUDINGTON PORTAGE HOWELL CLARKSTON OWOSSO MARINE CITY DAVISON ROCKFORD EDMORE LIVONIA TAYLOR BATTLE CREEK ALPENA JACKSON CLARE CLIO BIG RAPIDS LANSING WAYLAND SKANDIA MANISTIQUE MUSKEGON GAYLORD HOLLAND BERKLEY CADILLAC SAULT STE MARIE CASS CITY CHARLOTTE IONIA BENTON HARBOR DETROIT JONESVILLE EAST TAWAS ST. JOHNS SHEPHERD MIDLAND CARO ADRIAN WAYNE STURGIS HOUGHTON LAKE CHEBOYGAN

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

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

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(Recruited more than 100 new GWRRA Members.) Allen, Donald.....................................................................Fairfield, CA

McNabb, Charles..........................................................Springfield, MO

Babin, Phillip.....................................................................Gonzales, LA

Michaud, Roberta .......................................................Albuquerque, NM

Brady, Gene .....................................................................Pasadena, TX

Miller, Clifford..........................................................Oklahoma City, OK

Brady, Sarah.....................................................................Pasadena, TX

Mytinger, David.............................................................Indianapolis, IN

Carson, John ...................................................................Jacksonville, IL Carter, Dave ...................................................................Crystal Lake, IL Collins, Jim ..................................................................Green Valley, AZ Dodd, Kacey .....................................................................Gadsden, AL Dodd, Josh ........................................................................Gadsden, AL Fisher, Steven ................................................................Hutchinson, MN Goins, Sherwood .............................................................Dry Creek, LA Grant, Ken........................................................................Pensacola, FL

Panter, Jim..........................................................................Canton, OH Preston, John....................................................................Jacksboro, TN Rasmussen, Robert .......................................................Minneapolis, MN Rasmussen, Delores......................................................Minneapolis, MN Rennick, Bob...........................................................Kings Mountain, NC Roberts, Logan ..................................................................Chandler, AZ Sharp, Gaylord .................................................................Friesland, WI

Hewitt, David .........................................................................Mesa, AZ

Shrader, Robert ..............................................................San Antonio, FL

Holton, Dean ...................................................................Louisburg, NC

Simmons, William .............................................................Newbern, TN

Howell, Richard. .........................................................Albuquerque, NM

Smith, Steven ...........................................................................York, SC

Humphrey, Robert ............................................................Clarksville, AR

Smith, Bruce .......................................................................London, ON

Hutchens, Jim .............................................................Pleasant View, TN

Swanson, Lloyd ........................................................Oklahoma City, OK

Hutchens, Shirrin.........................................................Pleasant View, TN

Taber, Frank ...............................................................Port Orchard, WA

Kephart, Richard ...............................................................Pensacola, FL Knudtson, Ronald ............................................................Mason City, IA Knudtson, Karen..............................................................Mason City, IA Kolaske, Neal ................................................................Milwaukee, WI Landis, Dick .....................................................................Zephyrhills, FL Lantz, Charles ...................................................................Wooster, OH Lear, Tom............................................................................Bidwell, OH Legris, Mike...........................................................................Bradley, IL

Taylor, John ..................................................................Fountain Inn, SC Thayer, Gary ...............................................................McDonough, GA Townsley, Richard ................................................................Mahomet, IL Vaillancourt, Michael ........................................................Montrose, CO Waer, Allan, Sr. .............................................................Meshoppen, PA White, Kirby .....................................................................Burgoon, OH Williams, Boyce.........................................................Holiday Island, AR

Lewis, Edward ..................................................................Concord, NH

Williams, Zelmer......................................................................Gary, IN

Lewis, Judith .....................................................................Concord, NH

Wilson, Kerry ....................................................................Gadsden, AL

Lyman, B.J.. ..............................................................Santa Barbara, CA

Wilson, Joyce ....................................................................Gadsden, AL

Lyman, Kit L. ............................................................Santa Barbara, CA

Zakrajsek, Martin..............................................................Richland, WA

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Sherman Bolander GWRRA #94089 Sycamore, IL

Gary Dunn GWRRA #106850 Gilbertsville, PA

Marvin Licht GWRRA #653 North Freedom, WI

Jacque Saunders GWRRA #78241-01 Donnelly, ID

Richard Brock GWRRA #23562 Wayne, NJ

Robert Follett GWRRA #71497 Fort Wayne, IN

Julian Osborne GWRRA #30922 Savannah, GA

Merl Shaffer GWRRA #31944 Billings, MT

Charles Crawford GWRRA #76344 Bristow, OK

Donald Hart GWRRA #133800 Apache Junction, AZ

Harvey Lee Prince GWRRA #286003 Cantonment, FL

Eric Van Camp GWRRA #205474 Fort Saskatchewan, AB Canada

Roger Doudt GWRRA #49453 Citra, FL

Samuel Henry GWRRA #155420 New Holland, PA

Kenneth Reimers GWRRA #252825 Freeport, IL

Bruce Wilbur GWRRA #240048 New Holland, PA

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Women’s Short Sleeve Bling Tee

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BRAND NEW GWRRA WOMEN'S BLING TEE.

GWRRA Charms Black short sleeve GWRRA Bling Tee with stylish rhinestone embellishment that reads GWRRA

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

100% Cotton SMALL-XL Available

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

3091000–SMALL-XL ....................$25.00 SORRY! 2XL SOLD OUT!

EZ Air Gauge

GWRRA RideHide

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

White RideHide

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

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

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

3081006 - Small ......$25.00

3081001 - Medium ...$25.00

3081007 - Medium ..$25.00

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

3081008 - Large......$25.00

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

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

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

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

NOW each $7.00

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

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

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

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

EZ Air Combo

Buy both EZ Air Gauge and Extension Hose and save! 4011002 $29.95

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Order of Legions Patch

Black Drawstring Cinch Pack

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

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GWRRA logo on the front. Open main compartment includes shoulder straps, which also cinch the bag shut. Creates easy access to large storage compartment. Straps can be used for over the shoulder or backpack carry. Made of 210d Nylon fabric. 4081000 Was $10.00 NOW $5.00

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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GWRRA Earrings

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

4083003 - MEN'S BUCKLE .................$25.00 3-1/2" wide men's buckle, Antique silver finish, polished raised surfaces. 4083004 - WOMEN'S BUCKLE ...........$25.00 2-3/4" wide women's buckle, Antique silver finish, polished raised surfaces. 4083005 - BUCKLE COMBO (1 Men's and 1 Women's buckle) SAVE $10.00........$40.00

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GWRRA Belt Buckles

Life Member Products

GWRRA Shirt

New COY Item

LADIES COMBO

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

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

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

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1981 GL1100 Interstate My name is Alan Jackson (GWRRA #292976 of Yakima, Washington), and this is my 1981 GL1100 Interstate. I took this picture on my way home from Ellensburg, Washington (at the Military Training area halfway down) when my bike reached 50,000 miles. I bought this bike as a parts bike in March of 2007 but decided to fully restore it. It took me 2 years to get it this far. I intend to get a custom paint job and more chrome before I bring it back out early this spring.

2008 GL1800 This is my (Ray Latta, GWRRA #294460, of Amarillo, Texas) 2008 GL1800 on top of Mount Washington, New Hampshire during my 23-state highpoint trip. I used Jim Mick’s book “High on a Wing” as a guide during my Southeast and East Coast camping, backpacking and hiking trip. I logged 8,335 miles on this particular trip and rode, hiked or climbed to the highest point in each of 23 states.

2006 GL1800 Trike This is a photo of the road trip we made to Utah’s National Parks in September of 2008 on my (Donald Harris, GWRRA # 294603, of Apple Valley, California) 2006 GL1800 Gold Wing trike. It was an over-1,600-mile trip, and the only way to enjoy the great views of the beauty that Utah offers. If you haven’t been there on a bike or trike, you haven’t enjoyed all there is to see; it’s a must-see trip.

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All Hondas Here’s a photo of my (Bob Meloy, GWRRA #123324, of Fort Worth, Texas) mistresses —a GL1800, a Honda CBX, and a GL1000. I have also owned an 1100 and a 1500 Gold Wing but am only allowed ownership of three at one time. This photo was taken in my side yard. The GL1800 "FanTaztic" reigns as queen and has provided many wonderful rides and long-distance trips.

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2009 GL1800 We (Rose and Rex Hines, GWRRA #309223, of Culpeper, Virginia) now have a dark blue 2009 Gold Wing which we bought in mid-February of last year. For 27 years my husband kept saying, "One day we will have a Gold Wing". And, for 27 years, I kept saying “No.” Then one day I gave in and my husband and I just "went looking". Since getting our Wing, we have joined up with the great folks in Chapter R (Harrisonburg, VA). We now have over 5,000 miles on our Wing and have not looked back since!

2004 Honda Valkyrie Rune Trike Here’s a photo of me (Joe Jenkins, GWRRA #305294, of Quincy, Illinois) with my 2004 Honda Valkyrie Rune Trike. It’s not a trike you see every day! I purchased it in June of 2008 with 600 miles on it. In September of last year, it turned over 17K. Of all the trikes I’ve had, this one is by far my favorite. This photo was taken the day we returned from the Trike Riders International Rally in Branson, Missouri, where I won two trophies for best pinstriping and second place in the Custom Trike Class!

Next Time You Take Your Trusty Steed for a Run B y Ke v i n K a l d e n b a c h • G W R R A # 2 5 8 1 4 3 • S t e p h e n v i l l e , Te x a s (Edited to poem by Sharon Stanley)

y Gold Wing reminds me of a gelding Appaloosa that I once had while growing up. Being cut at the right time, he was not a stallion— who might sometimes become focused on the wrong stuff, Nor was he a mare, whose moods might decide she needs to prove she won’t take orders, she’s had enough.

No, my Gold Wing was a gelding, trapped in adolescence whose only care was to run and play, And in the dark of night, as we galloped through East Texas, I was playing my usual game, Of “keep up with the car ahead of me, so that I can use its lights to ride with”. And if the car would ease onward at too fast a pace, I’d just pull on the reins and back off a bit. That’s when the darkened countryside would come alive, My 1800’s magnificent headlight lighting the way. Until another car would overtake me, I’d loosen the reins, And my steed would pick up the pace to starting the game over again.

Have you ever listened to your Gold Wing’s engine? I mean really listened to it? Turn off the radio sometime, tune out the rumble from the tires, and just listen to it talk to you. The deep sound of the 1800, while running at a gallop, will say, “I got you covered boss, And if you allow me to stretch my neck out a bit more, I’ll go as fast as you want.” My long-legged Appaloosa had been there for me when I wanted to show off for the girls, The horse would know—by how I moved in the saddle— what I was going to ask him to do. My Gold Wing, likewise, is ready to jump at my next command. If I sink my heels into it at a stoplight, it lurches into forward into a gallop. And if I need it to gallop 600 or a thousand miles before it beds for the night, it does. So take a minute to listen to its wonderful sound… next time you take you trusty steed out for a run. ●

Kevin Kaldenbach, (GWRRA #258143, of Stephenville, Texas) says, “A little over a year ago, I got on my trusty steed and made a quick trip to the Mississippi coast and back to make a down payment on my mid-life crisis—a boat. As I was handing over a wad of cash for the boat that would soon be mine, it was rocking back and forth from the beginnings of Tropical Storm Fay. I decided to forgo my plan to enjoy the coast for a day or so and instead got back on my trusty steed and headed him toward the barn some 600 miles away. I later sold him, but the thoughts shared above occurred on that ride.”

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