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Page 40 Page 58 Page 63 Features Dangerous Curves: Downhill Sweeper...... 36 Across The Great Divide, Part II...... 40 Two members of the Arizona Music City Wings Welcome You To Wing Ding ...... 48 Drill Team were caught up A Dragon for the Stable ...... 50 close and personal as they Back to the Basics! ...... 56 performed at the Salome, Arizona, annual Chili Cook Florida Rider Education Fair—2005 ...... 58 Off on February 18, 2006. Gold Book Addendum ...... 60 That’s Charly Seeburger on Monkey on his Wing...... 62 the left and Jim Graybeal on Six Weeks Across America ...... 63 the right. Tires:What Goes Around, Comes Around ...... 70 Marc McDaniel, GWRRA #240852, Geocache…Huh?...... 76 of Goodyear,Arizona, took the photo with his eight-megapixel Canon Wing Ding:All Things New and Re-Newed ...... 77 Digital Rebel XL and sent it to us, courtesy of Chapter AZ-B. Info Bytes Frequently Asked Questions About GWRRA...... 34 You’re a New Gold Wing Owner...... 25 Back to the Basics...... 34 Mechanical Miseries to Avoid...... 29 Insights from the Aftermarket...... 29

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omehow, while I’ve not been looking, I’ve put more than 57,000 needs four tires; each motorcycle needs half as many tires, therefore miles on my Toyota Highlander SUV and its original set of tires. there are fewer motorcycle tires sold to spread the costs over. SThe wear bars are now almost flush with the remaining tread sur- The technological challenges of motorcycle tires are also greater. face, so it’s time for a change. Now, if I were a real tightwad, I might try The average small truck (SUV) tire uses two rubber compounds; your to squeeze another thousand miles or two out of them just to prove it motorcycle tires have up to seven different compounds. Dunlop uses 20 can be done. But this past weekend’s weather changed my mind. different compounds in a variety of combinations for its various motor- We awoke Saturday morning to the ever-so- cycle tires. welcome sound of rain drumming on the roof But why the difference in useful life between a tiles of our home. Thus ended our record-break- motorcycle’s tires and a four-wheelers’? You’d ing 143-day stretch of no measurable precipita- think since bikes are lighter than SUVs, their tires tion in Phoenix. Residents came out of their hous- would last longer. es and peered upward at the phenomenon, it hap- Consider the unique stresses motorcycle tires pens so seldom. Predictably, motor vehicle drivers must endure, how they cope with those stresses, all over town freaked out, skidding and sliding into and the physics of the machine they’re attached each other even more than usual. to.Your motorcycle rides on two 2 x 4-inch con- As my wife, Ginny, & I drove downtown to a tact patches—about the area of the soles of a charity function in the midst of a Saturday night man’s pair of shoes. An SUV has four 6 x 8-inch downpour, I reminded myself of the condition of contact patches—twelve times as much gripping my Highlander’s tires. Actually, I mentally scolded area over which to distribute stress. myself for jeopardizing our safety on what had to Since motorcycles lean, and they shift their be marginal rubber at best. weight forward and aft more dramatically than Many of us are awfully cavalier about the con- four-wheeled vehicles do, their tires must flex dition of our four-wheelers’ tires. We rarely constantly to maintain a grip. They also must inspect them for punctures or blisters.Weeks and absorb the ripping, tearing and bashing forces of months go by without checking their inflation bad pavement over a much smaller footprint.And, pressures. We don’t rotate them and overlook we touring riders expect them to grip as well as Nick Hoppner missing valve stem caps. As Stu Oltman’s article racing tires but on much worse surfaces, in all on page 70 points out, if we let these neglectful weather conditions, and still yield high mileage, habits affect how we treat our Gold Wing’s tires, often under extreme loads.That’s quite a compli- we could be in for a lot of pain—and not just in cated recipe! the pocketbook. I, for one, am grateful we Gold Wingers have By shopping around, I discovered I’ll be able to Tires: excellent options to choose from in fitting our replace all four of the Goodyear Integrity tires on machines. The top producers of touring tires for my Highlander for just over $350 bucks out the our bikes—Avon, Bridgestone, Dunlop, Metzeler, door. By my calculations, that means my original The Real Michelin and others—build very few substandard Goodyears each delivered dependable perform- tires today, and when they learn they’ve got a ance at a cost of about one-and-a-half hundreths Cost problem, they hurry to fix it. So whether you like of a cent ($0.0015) per tire per mile.That’s pret- your tires built in America, Britain, France, ty inexpensive service, wouldn’t you agree? Germany or in the Orient, the product you can Remarkably, earlier this year I replaced my buy today is dependably better than what it was Gold Wing GL1800’s two D250 tires (with [email protected] even as little as a decade ago. around 11,000 miles on each) with a set of Of course, once your mechanic has installed Dunlop’s E3s for just about the same price— and balanced your tires, its up to you to eke out $368.53. So, if my calculations are correct, I spent about one and two- the most you can from them thereafter. Don’t just “get ’em and forget thirds cents ($0.0167) per mile per tire. Humm, somewhat more ’em” or you’ll waste your money and endanger yourself in the process. expensive. Get yourself a top-quality air pressure gauge and use it religiously. Why such a cost per mile per tire discrepancy? Why should two Know the correct inflation pressures for one-up and two-up riding and motorcycle tires—installed and balanced—cost almost exactly the abide by them. Visually inspect your tires regularly for any unusual same as four automobile tires, yet be close to worn out in a fraction of cracks, blisters or splits. Have your mechanic check your tires and valve the mileage? The answer is partly economic, and partly technological. stems every time your bike is serviced. For any new tire, whether for my motorcycle or my SUV, the These things you can do. They’re your tires—with a little care and research and development, production, advertising and distribution attention, they’ll make your motorcycle touring experience a great one. costs are enormous.The economic rub comes in how many individual ● tires a company can produce and sell to offset those costs. Each SUV

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6 Wing World AN EXECUTIVE VIEWPOINT hat do you believe? prefer not to be involved in Chapter life, want- Not just religiously, not just politi- ing instead to ride alone, but with the W cally. What I’m asking is: What do resources of the Association available if need- you believe about yourself? What do you ed.They are our Friends for Knowledge:They believe about your family and friends? What know the value of preparedness and are also do you believe about GWRRA? our friends when we meet them on the road. Each of us carries inside of us a system of I feel that, regardless of which belief you beliefs that guides our lives and helps us make first identified with when you joined GWRRA, decisions about who we are and how we react there are many more beliefs to explore. to, and interact with, the world. Those Oftentimes, I myself fall into more than one beliefs–which include religion and politics–also belief category. For instance, there are times include our moral, social, and personal values, when I want to be wrapped in the fraternal all wrapped around who we are and how we warmth of our Association. I like to go to perceive ourselves and others. GWRRA-sponsored events and activities to As riders, one of our beliefs is that we are feel and be a part of the group. I also enjoy motorcyclists–that riding motorcycles is one being with my friends to ride in support of of our hobbies, our passions, our lifestyles. As worthy causes. GWRRA Members, one of our beliefs is–or There are times when I am all about the should be–the validity of our motto: “Friends safety training, and I want to focus on learning for Fun, Safety and Knowledge.” Don Brock and improving my riding: I want to be a better But what exactly do we believe about that Executive Director and safer rider for myself and for my Co-Rider. motto? [email protected] Finally, there are times when I just want The basic facts about GWRRA are very Cindy & me to be alone on an open road with simple: It is chartered as an Association of blue skies and sunshine or a dark night and a motorcyclists with a business plan that pro- million stars above us. vides its membership the advantages of inter- What So, what do you believe? Do you feel you national organizational structuring, safety also fall into all three aspects of our training, social activities, member benefits and motto–Fun, Safety and Knowledge–from time a monthly magazine. But basic facts won’t tell Do You to time? Or do you feel there are still aspects you, or anyone else, why you believe in this you have yet to explore? You may be surprised Association. Believe? that, while you joined for mainly one reason, When you first joined this family, you likely there are many more you will easily identify did so because something about it matched with. one of your personal beliefs.You probably felt a common bond with one Why not broaden your horizons and check out an aspect you’re less or more of the GWRRA family values. For some, that meant they familiar with, have fallen out of touch with, or one that is completely dif- expected GWRRA to be a fraternal, and often charitable, organization. ferent from the basic belief that led you to join? Attend a Chapter ride For others, it meant they expected a training organization.And for still if you usually ride alone. Gather some friends and, while you’re hanging others, it meant they expected a service organization. out together at Wing Ding,sign up for a safety course together.If you’ve Let’s examine each perception–for fun, for safety, for knowledge– been heavily involved in fund-raising for years, pass the reins temporar- as it relates to one’s belief system of why he or she joined the ily to another Member and get back to the business of remembering organization. that riding is fun. Some Members believe we are mainly a fraternal group. These I believe you get out of any group–family, friends, church, political friends are active participants in Chapters.They are the ones who par- party or motorcycle organization–the same energy, support and com- ticipate or conduct Chapter, District or Regional activities for their mitment you put into them. But before you can create that energy, sup- friends to attend, participate in, and have fun.They believe that who we port, and commitment, you have to first remember why you believed in are and what we do should have a positive impact on their friends and that group. It also helps to explore the aspects of why other folks on their community.They plan and execute charitable rides, events, and believe in that group.Who knows, you may find there are plenty more fund-raisers. They believe Members should share and care and be a reasons you believe in it. friend to others in and beyond GWRRA.They are our Friends for Fun: What I know is that I believe in this family and its Members– fun in the Chapter, in the community, and on the road. whether you’re my Friend in Fun, Safety, Knowledge, or all three. In so Other Members believe we are chiefly a safety training organization. doing, I wind up believing in myself because I am, and have been, a Their belief is that we exist to keep our friends and fellow Members Member of this family for a long time. It’s a group I came to for one rea- safe by designing, developing and implementing safety training. They son and later found there were so many other reasons I believed in it believe the better prepared we are for the dangerous roads we ride, as well. the better we can protect our friends and fellow Members.They spend So, what do you believe? Only in Friends for Fun? Only in Friends hours, days, weeks and months working on the challenge of offering the for Safety? Only in Friends for Knowledge? best possible training to all. They are our Friends for Safety: through Perhaps it’s time to wrap our arms around all our Members and awareness, education, training, and practice, they are our lifelines to show them that, while we may have joined for a different belief than safety when we go on the road. they did, we still respect–and may even venture to explore–the values Almost 37 percent of our Members believe we are primarily a serv- of the organization that they hold dear. ice organization.They enjoy an excellent magazine that provides them Go ahead. Show what you believe! with information, rides and products.They want the security of Rescue Warm Regards, and Rescue Plus. They like the ability to contact other Members by Don Brock ● using the Gold Book for information or assistance across the world.They May 2006 7 FREE NEW 64 Page “VISIT US ON THE WEB TO SEE CATALOG Now Available! “We now carry both the Lehman Trike an Scores of New Items! 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“S’No Joke just as fast as, and safer than, any Wing. Seat We reserve the right to edit or excerpt too high? Mine is adjustable. I am six-foot- Readers’ Responses. Send typed, dated and four, and on a Wing, my knees are on my signed letters to “Readers’ Responses,” Wing chest. We do take a lot of teasing, but that is all World, P.O. Box 42450, Phoenix, AZ 85080- part of the fun in GWRRA. I am told we ride 2450 or by e-mail to [email protected]. a BMW because that is the only bike I can spell. I am the Rider Educator for IN-S2 and my Co-Rider, Eileen (my wife of 46 years), is have to be eliminated.To do this, and because storekeeper for IN-S2 and treasurer of IN- this film is so hard to remove, the tire design- U2. We enjoy GWRRA to the utmost and er incorporates sipes. The sipes open up to our ride. Just another opinion. his is our Flair red 2004 Gold Wing and form a number of small reservoirs into Jack Gaffen T2000 Wind Raider trailer on our return which droplets of water can be squeezed. GWRRA #609649 trip from Pennsylvania this past November. The third zone is wherein a dry tire is in LaPorte, Indiana We usually make this run twice a year. contact with a dry road. Every trace of water We were fortunate to be able to get onto has been expelled and the rubber is able to Worn Wire Causes Shorts the Skyline Drive in Luray,Virginia, that day as exert the desired grip on the road. n the February 2006 issue, the it had been closed down the day before due According to Grogan, as the tread wears, I“Workbench” letter from Jimmy Drew to ten inches of snow! “the diameter of the little hose pipes is (“No Taillights on GL1500”) got me thinking Dick & Mona McCormick reduced.” about a short circuit that caused me several GWRRA #453282 Another thing to consider is that if there years of headaches. Daytona Beach, Florida is tread, there is more surface area to radi- Almost every year I would have to ate heat built up within the tire. A treaded replace the battery in my 1986 Suzuki “Are Bald Tires Safe?” tire runs cooler than a bald tire. Cavalcade.This started after I had owned the Readers’ Response If a bald tire is allowed to be run with a bike for four years. read the discourse on riding on a bald tire pressure lower than normal, one cooks I replaced the original battery four years tire that was contained in your February I up a recipe for disaster. Horne’s equation is after I bought the bike new. A year later,I got issue. (“Are Bald Tires Safe?”, “Readers’ based upon the square root of the tire’s air stranded with a dead battery not too far Responses,” p.12.) pressure. Couple this with a bald tire, and it from home. I was able to push and jump- I am a certified traffic accident recon- start it to make it home. structionist, and often I am faced with an is only a matter of time until a crash occurs. Almost every year after that, the accident involving such factors as bald tires, Just tell me what road any bald tire user Cavalcade had a dead battery on the road tire heating, and wet roads. is going to be on, and I’ll use another one. without warning. Finally, one year after stop- The rider says that since the tire is Bill Sommers ping and starting the bike several times, I saw curved, it will not hydroplane. He forgets GWRRA #101806 smoke coming from under the fairing! that where the tire meets the road it is, Victorville, California indeed, a flat surface.The rider may wish to That winter, I took the bike apart to fix research Horne’s equation, by which the BMW-Riding Member Responds the burnt wiring. Sure enough, I found what I hydroplane speed can be determined. received my March issue of Wing World, and believe was the cause of my battery prob- An examination of Rex Grogan’s book, Ione of my first stops was “Readers’ lems. The Investigator’s Guide To Tire Failures, shows Responses.” I like the positive responses of Wires to my running lights had been that the tread provides channels for the our Members. wire-tied to the engine guard. On close water to escape, and the siping actually Many years ago, I was taught that it’s not inspection, I noticed that the insulation on squeegies the roadway surface. Grogan what you ride, but that you do ride.We have the wire was pinched and the conductor points out “that a tire with a tread depth of been Members of GWRRA for six years.We inside was showing. There was just enough 2 mm or less has effectively run out of grip joined to enjoy—and we have enjoyed—the insulation missing from the wire to allow at 55 mph and the grip gets very little worse friendship, fellowship, fun, and riding experi- intermittent contact with the engine guard. as the speed increases because it is already ences.We are Associate Members, as we do This “squeezing” of insulation must have as bad as it can get.” not own a Gold Wing.We ride and enjoy a taken several years to manifest itself. Because When driving over roads, the tires grip to BMW K1200 LT. I used my running lights only occasionally, it a level of only one or two molecules, and So I have to respond to Gerry Sweet and took a long time for the symptoms to hydroplaning can mess with that. Looking at Tom Kaiser. Prices on aftermarket items? appear. a wet roadway, one finds three zones: the Check the ads for Wing floorboards, luggage I pass this along to illustrate that some first is the bulk water zone. Deep water is racks and lights. Dependability? I don’t see or short circuits are not readily apparent and pushed aside like the bow of a boat.The sec- hear of Wings going all over the world with- aren’t always constant. ond zone is the thin film removal zone.After out spare parts. And what’s with having an Loren Powers the bulk zone has been displaced, very thin alternator going out at the most inconven- GWRRA #177741 films of water, just a few molecules thick, ient time? Handling? I will corner my Beemer Bow, New Hampshire

May 2006 11 Great, Little-Known Road camper body off of the frame so I could do a Golden Dealers y chance, I found a wonderful, long, twisty proper cleaning and paint job on the frame.To e have a red GL1500 Aspencade we Broad last summer. I mentioned it to a few my shock and surprise, as I lifted the body Wpurchased in April 1998 as a retire- people at Wing Ding but couldn’t tell them from the frame, I found the subframe that sup- ment gift to ourselves. Since we moved from how to find it. It’s US 421. I got on it just west ports the body to be cracked all the way the Flint area to northern Michigan in 1997, of the Blue Ridge Parkway at Deep Gap, through in three places! And there were we have taken trips that allow us to see a North Carolina, and got off 150 miles later, cracks where the tongue is bolted to the sub- great deal of our beautiful country. with a big grin on my face, at Harlan, Kentucky. frame, as well as on each side where the sub- We have always had wonderful experi- Later I found out that US 421 actually runs frame extends to the rear behind the axle ences with dealerships and service depart- from Fort Fisher, North Carolina (near support. ment managers when we have had the oil Wilmington), all the way to Greensburg, I am thankful that I found this problem changed while on the road. They have been Indiana, a distance of about 780 miles. I’ll be before I had a failure at highway speed. This helpful and gone the extra mile to fit the back! trailer has had a lot of use (at least 25,000 work into our time schedule.We have never Doug McGregor miles), but I don’t feel it has experienced any had any trouble with our Aspencade on the GWRRA #611175 road. London, Ontario abuse. I am having a welding shop fabricate a new subframe from thicker material. The Beverly Young What’s Under Your Trailer? weight gain will be less than the weight of half GWRRA #164687 Onaway, Michigan own a 1994 USA Venture Craft/Kwik Kamp a weekend’s supply of beverages in the cooler. Ipop-up camping trailer.I am not sure if I have Please warn other GWRRA Members and this history correct or not, but I believe other readers of Wing World who may own Venture Craft was bought out by Kwik Kamp similar trailers about this possible danger. and then Kwik Kamp went out of business. John Kent I recently noticed some rust forming on GWRRA #108347 the trailer’s tongue. I decided to take the Caledonia, New York

Beverly & Jerry Young pose with their Aspencade at the Continental Divide where Banff and Kootenay National Parks join. They rode as far north as Jasper.

Wing Ding Helmets e had a great time seeing old friends at WWing Ding in Fort Wayne last year. We’re looking forward to this year’s Wing Ding in Nashville as a homecoming of anoth- er sort, as we moved to Wisconsin from Nashville. I am writing to express a concern regard- Honda of Tupelo ing the wearing of helmets. I was amazed how 662-842-5523 • www.hondatupelo.com many Gold Wing riders were riding around Fort Wayne without wearing their helmets. I was really surprised to see so many riding in the GWRRA-sponsored parade without wearing a helmet. I realize that Indiana does not have a helmet law, yet in our motto we Ultimate Seats offers three NEW seat models for GL1800 say we stress Fun, SAFETY & Knowledge. Perhaps in our effort to be consistent with •Lowrider Less back fatigue • More room our motto, we need to require the wearing of a helmet to ride in the parade, thus showing •Midrider • Passenger Backrest comes in two models we are really concerned about safety. •Bigboy • Removable Rider Backrest Doug Kraus GWRRA #136140 Mukwonago,Wisconsin

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Now I looked for the name leave town, the clouds opened up and the rain Twife Kelly & I had planned to ride to West with the most codes. Darran Markham was the started coming down in buckets. I told Kelly Texas, New Mexico and Arizona to see friends first one I saw with all the letters beside his we had been very lucky today and we were not in Tucson and to ride the Coronado Trail, US name. This time, little did I know, we had just about to take a chance driving in this down- 191. We left home on Saturday and spent the hit a home run. pour, so we pulled into the Pizza Hut and first night in the West Texas town of Lamesa. After I explained to Darran who I was, my camped out for two hours. While waiting Sunday morning, we traveled west for problem and our location, he took control of there, we got a call from a number I did not about 40 miles and then turned south to the situation. Darran said, “Not to worry! I recognize. It was Jerry Treadwell again. He Andrews, Texas. While going south, we kept know where you are. I know someone with a and his wife, Marilee, were concerned about watching a very large and very dark cloud truck and trailer, and I know the service man- us in this weather and invited us to spend the approaching from the west. We turned east to ager to the motorcycle shop that has the largest night at their house. I thanked him but said the begin putting some distance between that selection of tires in West Texas and it’s only cloud had just about passed and we were going cloud and us. By the time we turned south five or six miles away.” He said to sit tight and to head on down the road. toward Midland, we could no longer see it. We someone would be there in 20 minutes. I told Kelly & I want to say a very heartfelt left Midland for Odessa, 20 miles southwest him, “Don’t worry, we’re not going any- thank-you to Darran Markham, Jerry & on Interstate 20. We were still in the left-hand where.” Marilee Treadwell and to Russel and Donald lane when we saw the exit we had planned to Within five minutes, Darran called back to King for their help, time and kindness. We also take. As I moved to the right-hand lane, I felt say Jerry Treadwell was on the way with the say thank you to GWRRA for the Gold Book. the bike make a strange movement. It was kind truck and trailer and that the service manager I have belonged to this organization for a num- of like crossing a bridge with steel grating. It would be waiting for us at the shop. Darran ber of years and had never used the book. I was so noticeable that Kelly asked, “What called the service manager, who asked if I hope I never have to again, but it’s a nice feel- caused that?” knew the cause of my flat. I told him it ing to know one can be a long ways from My first thought was that maybe the two appeared that a sharp object had punctured the home, and help is just a phone call away. lanes were slightly uneven. That was quickly center of the tire but was not in the tire now. Dana Woods dispelled when we took the exit and made a He said he would be right there with a plug GWRRA #158797 right turn and then a left one. Now the back of and an air compressor. He would plug the tire Tatum, Texas the bike had a “spongy” feeling. I thought flat and that would get us to his shop. A couple of tire and quickly pulled to the shoulder of the minutes later, the service manager rode up on service road. One quick look at the back tire his black GL1800 and introduced himself as confirmed my suspicion. none other than Russel King—the first person Kelly & I pushed the bike off the road and I had called put it on the center stand. It was now 12:30 on Within five minutes, Russel had our tire Sunday afternoon and we were 475 miles away repaired. from home. Kelly suddenly got that “deer in Lesson Two: Don’t leave home without a the headlights look,” and her first question was plug kit and an air compressor. “What are we going to do now?” But half a mile before getting to the shop, I told her the worst case scenario was that, the plug came out and we were flat again. knowing that a lot of motorcycle shops are Lesson Three: Don’t drive fast with a plug closed on Mondays, we would stay in Odessa in your tire. ’Nuff said. until probably Tuesday. “But don’t worry,” I By the time I crawled into the shop, Russel Dana Woods on his 2001 Illusion red GL1800 told her, “because I have a plan.” Every month had the service door open and the table lift with El Capitan, the “signature peak” of I have read in Wing World about people who ready for my bike. West Texas, in the background. had to use the Gold Book to help them when Russel is the service manager of Midessa they had trouble. We were about to find out if Motorcycles—the local dealership for Big it really did work. We were also about to meet Dog and Iron Horse motorcycles, but they Thank You, Georgia GWRRA! five of the nicest people anyone could hope to work on all brands. Darran was not kidding I am a Motorcycle Safety Instructor and meet. when he said they have a large selection of teach in Indiana. During the winter months, I I pulled the latest issue of the Gold Book tires. Russel asked what brand of tire I wanted have been privileged to teach in Florida for out of the saddlebag where it always stays, on it. He had them all. Within fifteen minutes, Motorcycle Rider Education of Clearwater, looked under Odessa, Texas, and called Russel my flat Dunlop, with only 3,003 miles on it, Inc. (MREC, Inc.). As a result of becoming King. was off and a brand new E3 was ready to go. “snowbirds,” my wife and I purchased a Lesson One: Always carry a cell phone. If I paid for the new tire and tried to pay mobile home in the Key Largo area last spring you have trouble maybe you will have phone Russel for his time and trouble, but I was and were anxious to return to Florida as soon service. I do and we did. denied. It had been three hours on a Sunday as I finished teaching in Indiana. We packed But instead of talking to Russel or his voice afternoon since we had the flat, and now we our motorcycle trailer with household goods mail, I got a recording saying “This is a non- were on the road again. for our winter home, loaded my Dyna Wide working number.” No problem, the name That’s not quite the end of the story about Glide, and departed for Florida on November above his was Russel King, Jr. This time I got the kindness of these people though. 2, 2005. a recording saying something to the effect that Remember that cloud I spoke of? Well, it We stopped in Macon, Georgia, for the I could not call this number from my phone. finally caught up with us in Monahans, Texas, night and checked into our hotel room. I found

14 Wing World a convenient place to park my truck and trail- er and, since there were a few restaurants close by, we decided to walk. After a relaxing dinner, we were walking back to the hotel, facing traffic and off the side of the road. There was a curve in the road, and we noticed an approaching car that wasn’t going to make the curve. I heard Debbie scream and, in an instant, I was hit and knocked to the pave- ment. Fortunately, my wife had been walking behind me and was not hit. Debbie came running over and held my bleeding head. Looking up at her, my first thoughts were, Thank you, God, for keeping Debbie safe! Now, how badly injured am I? and Here we are in Macon and we don’t know anyone. In an instant, our winter dream trip had vanished. We were alone, except for each other. The EMS personnel arrived, stabilized me, and transported us to the Medical Center of Central Georgia, which took great care of us. Both bones in my lower left leg were bro- ken, I had a slight concussion and some road rash. I was scheduled for surgery on my leg for the next afternoon. All during this time, PIT BULL MOTORCYCLE LIFTS Debbie was getting me registered and con- • Grease Fittings On All Moving Parts

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active in GWRRA. They tease me about S • Shipped World-wide being their “token Harley rider.” Debbie assured Curtis that we were okay for the time For More Information Call being but that it was strange to be in this sit- 1-888-299-9325 uation and not know anyone. E Fax: 1-931-232-0370 Curtis contacted fellow GWRRA Member Web: www.pitbullmotorcyclelifts.com Ron Lantz, who in turn contacted GWRRA email: [email protected] Georgia Members. When Debbie spoke with Curtis again, he said, “Don’t be surprised if We’re The Best!! you have visitors.” And visitors we had! I Y can’t tell you how great it was to have these folks stop by! Some of them drove quite a distance to be with us. They lifted our spirits and were with Debbie when I was in surgery. They asked what they could do for us, and you just knew that whatever you asked, they would make happen. We would like to thank Chuck & Anne Reed, Ron & Susan Larson, Dave Aikens, Linda & John Zimmer, Helen Turley and Barbara Duff. I also want to thank Florida GWRRA Members Ray Zurenda and Ken Proud Sponsor Stagner for picking up my motorcycle trailer of Wing Ding and taking it to Florida. We returned to Indianapolis on November 8. Hopefully I’ll be back teaching by late spring. I just wanted to take this opportunity See us @ Wing Ding, Booth #’s 1200-1203 to give a heartfelt thank-you to you Wingers for everything that you did for Debbie & me. I hope, if ever need be, to return the favor. Steve Lacey GWRRA #220667 Indianapolis, Indiana ●

May 2006 15 Technical Questions and Answers about Gold Wings and Valkyries.

it begins, the handlebars begin to wiggle from Answers to the technical questions in this month’s “Workbench” were provided by side to side with the arc widening very quickly. Stu Oltman, Wing World’s Senior Technical Editor. Please submit your technical questions If the hands aren’t quickly placed back on the bars, the bars will oscillate quickly from lock to about Gold Wings or Valkyries by e-mail to [email protected] or by mail to lock, sending the machine out of control and “Workbench,” GWRRA, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. Please include the rider to the ground. While overly loose stem bearing adjustment will aggravate this condi- your full name, city/state and GWRRA membership number (if applicable). tion, it is not, in itself, the cause of it. The Wing World thanks Howard Halasz, Technical Contributor, for his technical knowl- degree to which any bike is prone to exhibit handlebar oscillation is linked to the size of the edge and support of our “Workbench” readers in recent years. wheel/tire assembly, the rake and trail dimen- sions, the total unsprung weight of the front New 2006 Bike, New Wobble? I sure could use some help and sound advice end, and the natural frequency of that unsprung This is my first time reading this magazine, on this matter, or I’ll be riding a different bike weight. It is also affected by tire/wheel runout, and I like what I have seen in it. I just wish I soon. tire imbalance, loose steering stem bearings, had a good experience with my Gold Wing. I Bob McConnell loose swingarm bearings, loose wheel bear- just purchased a 2006 with the comfort and GWRRA #220829 ings, loose engine mounts, worn tires, and tire navigation system packages. Morris, Illinois pressure. Regardless of the existence of the The first day I rode it home, it didn’t feel above maladies, a bike will not normally go right; I just thought it was me and it being a Wobble: Is It The Tire Brand’s Fault? into a wobble while your hands are on the bars new bike. The second time I rode it, I felt the I have an ’03 GL1800 purchased new in providing the necessary damping. front end wobble, so I made an appointment at 2002. As you know, the GL1800 has a deceler- Many different makes and models of motor- the dealer. I took it to them and explained that ation wobble from 40 mph to about 32 mph. cycle, usually the larger and heavier ones, at low speeds it had a front-end wobble. They After the first set of tires, I replaced them exhibit handlebar oscillation during coast looked at it and said that it wasn’t bad enough with another set of Dunlop 250s. With the new down at around 40 mph with hands off the bars. to do anything about it, and if I wanted to pay set of 250s, the wobble was just about com- This happens at that particular speed because to tighten up the front end that it would cost pletely gone. The difference was amazing. the frequencies of the oscillation and of the $65. When this set needed to be replaced, I wheel imbalance or runout come into line, replaced them with a set of Dunlop E3 tires. The bike has just 40 miles on it! I’ve owed while gyroscopic stabilization of the wheel is What a mistake! The wobble was so bad it was five motorcycles and none had this problem. I low. bought a Gold Wing because everyone told me almost a tank-slapper! Now that you understand how many things it was one of the best. Honda’s response was I called Dunlop and they couldn’t under- can contribute to a low speed front-end wob- maybe my wife and I are too heavy. I weigh 240 stand why this happened. They suggested I ble—and understanding that each GL1800 is lbs. and my wife weighs140 lbs. have the steering head bearings checked. My likely to be in a unique state of repair or adjust- They said that this [wobble] is normal in local Honda dealer checked them and said they ment regarding those items—perhaps you can this bike. were just fine. I again called Dunlop and they understand why some GL1800s exhibit this The dealer has had it for 10 days and so far said they would replace the front tire, but I phenomenon (some, Howard; not all or even he hasn’t tried anything to fix the problem. would have to pay the labor. A new E3 was What gives with Honda and its dealers? They installed and it was just as bad. most) while others don’t. It also points out the sweet-talk you into the bike and then charge Has anyone else had this problem with the fact that the GL1800 can be downright per- you for fixing the bike when it is under war- E3? snickety about its tires. Anyone whose bike mis- ranty?! I don’t trust Honda and their service I will try Avon or Metzeler next! behaves on one brand or model tire but not on anymore. Howard Ruble another would be well advised to stick with Raymond Rankin GWRRA #141951 what works for him/her as well as having all of Aurora, Illinois Springfield, Illinois the service items mentioned above checked. Raymond, it’s my opinion that your selling Wobble: Is It The Bike’s Fault? Ray, Bob, and Howard, dealer should examine the bike for correct tire I own a 2003 GL1800 and am having prob- The most often complained-about motorcy- balance and pressure and loose swingarm pivot lems with the front tire (a Dunlop E3). This is cle handling quirk is a handlebar oscillation bearings. Whatever the cause on your particu- the second tire with 7,000 miles on it, and, yes, that’s referred to by many as a “wobble.” It’s lar bike, a brand new bike should be free of it is cupping again! not a new thing; my customers complained such nonsense. Speaking of nonsense, gentle- I ride two-up (and we are not big people). I about it when I was a service manager for men, I respectfully suggest you refrain from keep the tire pressure at 36-38 psi, and I don’t Kawasaki in the mid ’70s, and it has likely removing both hands from the bars at the same ride hard or fast. existed since the first motor-driven two-wheel- time–for your own personal safety. Most who I talked with the Dunlop people at the er. This condition, which has a frequency range do this do so for one reason only–to produce Chicago Cycle Show this past February and of eight to ten cycles per second, normally the wobble. If the bike will exhibit wobble on a they tell me the tire is fine and there is nothing occurs when the handlebars are released while smooth road at those speeds, imagine what wrong with it. They claim it is the Gold Wing’s the bike is coasting down through some speed could happen should the front tire run over a front end that is the problem, and that Honda between 45 and 35 mph. The handlebars will road irregularity. We hate to lose Members needs to redo it. Any comments? behave like a fluttering shopping cart wheel. As needlessly.

16 Wing World Fork Oil Tips, Please your problem was due to cold temperatures For aftermarket backrests, contact any of Please give some tips on changing fork oil and heavyweight oil (20W50)–until I noticed the folks who advertise backrests for more on a GL1500 (1993 Aspencade) with you stated the problem happened on the way recent models in the classified section of this Progressive Suspension springs. On the bike, if home from your three-hour ride, not at the magazine. possible. Where do you drain it? Does it hold start. Though your bike has low mileage, it’s 22 the same amount as with standard springs, etc.? years old, and I’m wondering about the condi- How To Run Dry The GL1800? A.J. Barle tion of the hydraulic system used to disengage I followed the “Long Term Storage” advice GWRRA #88966 the clutch. Infrequent fluid changes (or possi- in the January 2005 “Workbench” and was able Finleyville, Pennsylvania bly none at all) could have resulted in enough to run the carbs dry for winter storage. fluid contamination to cause the fluid to Please put an article in your next available A.J., become compressible after several hours “Workbench” to let us know how to run the The diameter of the spring wire and density exposure to engine heat. My advice is to com- fuel injection system on the 2001-2006 Wings of the coils will definitely affect the oil level pletely flush your clutch’s hydraulic system dry for long-term storage. with the spring installed. However, the oil level while examining it for clogging or corrosion Bill Remig specified in your service manual is set with the damage. If the problem persists, contact GWRRA #127486 spring removed and fork completely com- “Workbench” again. Minnetonka, Minnesota pressed. That level is such that installation of Progressive springs couldn’t possibly raise it enough to cause hydraulic lock (Progressive mandates a maximum oil level of 5”). But hydraulic lock isn’t your only concern–read on. Many riders have invented ways to drain and refill the forks while they’re on the bike, the simplest method being to follow the same rou- tine used on the earliest of Wings. Raise the front wheel off the ground, remove the drain bolts at the bottom of the fork legs (on the anti- dive case), and drain the old oil out. Reinstall the drain bolts, remove the top caps, and pour in the recommended amount. Here’s where the problem lies–there is no recommended fork oil change interval for the GL1500. Therefore, there is no refill quantity recommendation. The fill quantity shown in your service manual applies only to forks that have been completely disassembled, cleaned, and dried. If that quantity is installed after merely draining the forks, an overfilled condi- tion will exist that causes many riders to com- plain of harshness in the front end unless the actual oil level is set correctly. Fortunately, Progressive also sells an oil level setting tool that’s inexpensive and easy to use. Unfortunately, the forks should be removed and held vertical in a vise (compressed and with springs removed) to accurately set the oil level.

Stiff-Shifting GL1200 I have a problem with my 1984 Aspencade with only 10,000 miles on it. I went out for a three-hour ride on a nice day in January. As I headed home, whenever I downshifted, it was really hard to shift. A couple of times I had to come to a stop and shift down with my hand. I have never had that problem before. Also, would you happen to know of an aftermarket company that handles backrests for older Wings? I guess I am from the old school. (I have been riding for 40 years.) I like the older Wings because I like to see the engine and chrome it up. Chuck Tennison GWRRA #106563 Findlay, Ohio

Chuck, While reading your letter, I initially thought

May 2006 17 Bill, up during the off-season is not only unneces- Take them out, and the low-fuel reserve light With fuel injection, there are no float bowls sary, it’s actually harmful. By doing so, you’re sending unit comes off the fuel pump assem- to empty and, therefore, nothing to run dry. depleting the batteries (unless you have battery bly, but Honda tells me I can’t buy just the Sure, I suppose one could remove the fuel pres- maintainers attached), and your bikes are like- sending unit. They say it comes with the pump sure test fitting and drain the fuel rail, but that’s ly accumulating condensation in the crankcase assembly only. unnecessary. For seasonal storage, simply mix and mufflers. This will contaminate the oil and Robert Crane fuel stabilizer into the fuel supply, run the promote muffler rust-out. Unless you’re actual- GWRRA #136225 engine for a few minutes to distribute the mix- ly going to ride a bike in those cold weather Tiskomingo, Mississippi ture through the fuel rail and injectors, then conditions for at least a half-hour after full shut the engine down. warm-up, it’s best to just let it sleep. Having Robert, said that, I also know the real reason why many Many dealers’ parts personnel seem Cold Weather Start Ups riders do this–after several weeks of not being unaware that the low-fuel sensor is available My 1999 Valkyrie sits in my heated garage. able to ride, we just like to hear the sound of separately. Have your dealer order part I like to warm it and my other bikes (a 1993 our engines running. Been there, done that. #37810-MN5-008. This is a direct replace- GL1500 Interstate, a 1974 Honda Four, and a ment for the unit installed at the factory. 1967 Honda CL77) up every couple of weeks. GL1500 Rear Clicking, Regarding your brake click, is it a repeti- I went to start the big guy up, but the choke Reserve Light Issues tive clicking that stops only when the brake is cable broke. Needless to say, it will not start. Can anyone tell me why my 1996 GL1500 released, or is it a single click on first appli- Help! SE’s rear brake makes a clicking noise when it cation? If the former, you’re likely hearing the Thomas Klosterman is applied? I have taken the rear caliper apart pads running over the holes in the rotor. This GWRRA #163766 and checked the parts and put new brake pads is normal and not a cause for concern. If the Coldwater, Ohio on it and checked the brake wheel rotor. latter, make sure that the tabs of the pad Everything is in perfect shape. The brake spring are facing the wheel. Thomas, works perfectly; it just makes a clicking noise. I’m going to give you help in two ways. The Another thing—the low-fuel reserve light GL1500 CB Radio/Neutral Problem first is to suggest that you visit your Honda doesn’t work. Is there anything I can do to fix “Workbench” is my last hope! I have a dealer to have that broken cable replaced. Of the light without buying a new fuel pump 1993 GL1500 Aspencade I bought new. It has course, do it yourself if you’re capable. The assembly ($300)? The low-fuel reserve light 50,000 miles on it. second way I’m going to help you is by sug- assembly comes off the fuel pump assembly. The CB was dealer-installed. I thought it gesting that starting those bikes to warm them There are four small Phillips head screws. has always worked well, until people riding with us started asking me why I did not answer them. When I’d stop and the bike was in neutral, the thing would work fine, but as soon as I put it in gear and the neutral light Plug What do you want and Play to connect to your went out, the CB would receive but not trans- or Install! Wing’s audio system? mit. I have taken it to several Honda dealers and they all tell me it can’t do that because the neutral light and the CB are not hooked together. One dealer told me it was in the gearshift sensor. It was replaced, but it did not cure the problem. Next, they said it was the neutral switch on the clutch—wrong again. Another dealer said it was either the sidestand switch or the starter relay regulator: both were replaced—still no luck. KENNEDY At Wing Ding, I asked the people at Sierra TECHNOLOGY GROUP Electronics. They told me to replace the CONNECTS THEM ALL! reverse control unit when we got home: that was done—same problem. • CELLULAR Phones As long as I keep the small neutral button • RADAR Detectors on the back of the clutch handle taped in, the • FRS/2m/CB Radios radio works fine. The engine will shut down if even...VOICE Recorders! the sidestand is put down while it is in gear. What I have to be careful about is that the 1 year warranty engine will start in gear. The other thing is the 30 day money back guarantee neutral light stays lit all the time, but a small piece of black tape takes care of that small Kennedy Technology Group, Inc. problem. Rose Hill, Kansas USA Sure hope you can help with this. vox 316.776.1111 Robert H. McClelland fax 316.776.9035 GWRRA #97318 www.cellset.com Grand Valley, Pennsylvania

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Robert, It’s a much deeper tone, which has me a bit haunt me? Could the timing mark be off by that That’s a maze of information to wade concerned. small of an increment and cause an exhaust through, but something you’ve said has raised I do most of the mechanical maintenance on tone change? My wife & I rode over 100 miles a red flag for me. The CB and the neutral light my bike and have full confidence in my skills, after the belt installation and she noticed the are indeed connected–sort of, especially if however, with this being my first timing belt exhaust change, too, but says the bike runs there’s a signal on the start/reverse input at the change, I would value your expert opinion. smoothly and has plenty of get-up-and-go. Mike Varnum CB. That could happen if the Reverse Diode Getting right to the belt installation, all of GWRRA #153441 Assembly was defective. You said that the neu- my timing marks matched across the front of Lakeland, Florida tral light stays on all the time with the clutch the engine. Installing the back belt, there was no movement of the cam necessary to have the switch taped in a way that simulates the lever Mike, being squeezed. If you untape that switch and belt settle into place. For the front belt, I had to move the cam just a bit (and it didn’t matter in With the T1.2 mark aligned with its index ride the bike, I have a hunch you’ll see the which direction), to have the belt line into mark and the words “up” facing up on both neutral light come on every time you operate place. But this adjustment moved the cam off- cam wheels, the cam index marks should per- the clutch to change gears. That’s a classic mark by what seemed one belt tooth. fectly align with their respective index marks. symptom of the clutch diode conducting cur- In talking to a fellow GWRRA Member Be sure to look at the marks straight on–nei- rent in both directions. Unfortunately, the who is a professional mechanic, he explained ther from above nor below–to avoid parallax clutch diode (D6) on the GL1500 is part of the the electronic ignition would allow for this error. You may find it necessary to move one Reverse Diode Assembly and isn’t independ- degree of adjustment. Firing the bike up was a cam slightly to get the belt on. But after prop- ently serviceable. concern, knowing the cam was not exactly on erly tensioning both belts and rotating the However, it can be tested according to mark. But, as I said, for the belt to be installed crankshaft two full revolutions counterclock- instructions in the Starter/Reverse section of the cam had to be either one side or the other of wise by hand, the marks should all align. If your GL1500 service manual. I’d suggest get- the mark. one side is off by a full tooth, it’s incorrect. ting the neutral light issue solved first, and you I hit the starter and the bike came to life, Yes, that likely would account for a may well find the CB problem gone as well. only with the deeper exhaust sound. Riding the changed exhaust note, and maybe a change in bike showed no signs of lack of power or accel- idle quality as well, because incorrect valve Belt Change Deepens Exhaust Note eration, but it’s taking some getting used to timing will alter cylinder pressures. On this Upon changing the timing belts on my 1999 having the different sound of my Wing. engine, any more than a one-tooth error could GL1500 at 103,000 miles, there is a very Now my question: Is this one belt tooth easily result in a tremendous change in cylin- noticeable tone change in my exhaust sound. variance something that could come back to der pressure–due to bent valves. ●

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ANOTHER Point of View Guest Commentary The Combat Zone By Dave Hay • GWRRA # 87126 • Campbell River, British Columbia

think that most of us will agree that Kabul, (rocket propelled grenade) if it ends up injur- Afghanistan (along with Bagdad, Iraq), is ing or killing you. Iarguably one of the most dangerous places Now, I’m not saying that the average on earth to be these days. If one is to believe Winger is experiencing the same difficulty of the media reports about the carnage and loss re-programming from war zone to speed of life that happens in these combat zones, zone, but I am saying that we face a danger you would have to ask why anyone would go level that is statistically higher than combat there.Yet thousands of military personnel do zones. volunteer to go there and try to make a dif- In addition, as high as our cities’ violent ference.They receive specialized training, spe- crime rates are, there are far more people cific equipment and have full “backup” waiting hurt and killed in preventable crashes than to help them when the fertilizer hits the fan. during violent crimes. I’m not aware of many They are also loved and supported by their drive-by shootings that have killed four and families and friends back home. injured five, but I’ve investigated traffic crash- You must now be asking yourself what a troops return from wars in Iraq and es that have. During our long summer riding Canadian Rider Educator is doing talking Afghanistan. season here in the Canadian province of about a war zone a world away from most of Nearly 350 troops have died on bikes since British Columbia, one rider is either killed or us! What is he rambling on about, and why the 2001 terrorist attacks. That’s compared to seriously injured every day. Like the Coalition isn’t he out charging the Wing battery and 259 killed while serving in Afghanistan. Troops, we motorcyclists face potential dan- spit-shining the frame underneath the bike? Nearly 1,000 more troops have been injured on ger around every corner. Like the troops, we Hold on a minute, and I’ll put it all into per- bikes.” have good equipment—ABS brakes, good spective for you. Here is a quotation from the tires, headlight modulators, etc. Like the The Associated Press, February 5, 2006, that Let’s examine for a moment what the UPS troops, we also have the best training avail- reporter is saying here. More troops are being surprised me: able. And, in the case of most GWRRA killed on motorcycles on the “safe streets” of Members, it is more affordable and more “More U.S. troops have died in off-duty home than on the streets of one of the worst readily available than ever before in both motorcycle accidents [in the U.S.] since the war zones on the planet at this time? That is Canada and the U.S. terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, than scary news. But unlike the troops, who encounter have been killed in combat in Afghanistan over The Army’s response has been to create unforeseen danger that is difficult to antici- that same time, according to safety records. special motorcycle safety programs to help its pate, we motorcyclists—with proper train- Military commanders in North Carolina say own motorcycle riders adjust to the greater the deaths are largely the result of boredom, dangers here, where they live. An SUV (sport ing—should be able to prepare ourselves for bonus pay, and adrenaline to burn off after utility vehicle) is just as deadly as an RPG almost any type of attack. Before you find yourself volunteering to enter the “combat zone” again this spring, why not use some time to plan some of your own backup? Make time for a Parking Lot GL1800 Parts and Accessories Honda Practice, and then follow that with an ARC in Kuryakyn Highway Pegs from $117.95 Direct Line Canada or an ERC in the U.S. The training Küryakyn Grips $49.95 Buy From THE Source! materials are top shelf. The instructors are Ultragard GL1800 Half Covers $36.95 trained and are waiting and eager to see you. Bushtec Standard Hitch $349.00 Check your gear, make sure your Wing is Big Bike Front Fender Extension $21.95 tuned and ready, and make sure you are, too. Utopia Backrest $176.00 Before you “lock and load” and enter the KN Filter $46.88 mean streets again, make sure you are ready Your one stop shop for Gold Wing Parts and Accessories. to survive and enjoy the experience again. We carry the line of Add-On, Baker Air Wings, Big Bike Parts, Use every advantage you have. 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NEWS•BRIEFS

Wing Ding 28 Prize Drawings Rules Change veterans killed in that conflict. Next, the group rode to the Porter In order to comply with the State of Tennessee’s gambling laws, County Veterans Memorial in Chesterton, Indiana, where Members which preclude the awarding of cash or prizes on the basis of “Games stayed for some time to read the names of fallen friends and class- of Chance,” GWRRA is required to make changes in how its prize mates. winners are selected for the following prizes and drawings: Arriving at Washington Park in Michigan City, Indiana, the group • Grand Prize: 2007 Honda Gold Wing was then escorted to their parking spots near the Moving Wall by • Grand Prize drawings (Escapade Trailer, J&M helmets, etc.) “The Wall Gang,” a Michigan City-based group dedicated to honoring • All “50/50” drawings (daily and grand) all fallen and living American soldiers from all wars and conflicts. • Prize Extravaganza Says Larry about the Moving Wall: “It was very impressive and This year,you must be present to win any of the prizes. For each give- extremely well done. The walkways were lined with American flags away, three tickets will be drawn per prize or drawing. The ticket and the ‘colors’ were everywhere.” holders will then be asked to come forward to compete in a “skill” The group spent more than an hour locating the names of fallen game.The winner of the skill game will be identified as the winner of friends and relatives and viewing photo albums of fallen veterans, left that prize or drawing. Please remember the first name drawn is not by their inscribed names.“It brought tears to many of our eyes,” Larry necessarily the winner. says.“It was hard to leave, but it was already after 1 p.m.” GWRRA apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. Larry continues: “I would personally like to thank all the mer- (This requirement is for all purchased tickets. Because door prize chants in Michigan City and especially ‘The Wall Gang.’ You did a fan- tickets are not purchased, door prize awards are not affected by the tastic job and should be very proud of yourselves.Thank you also to Tennessee gambling laws.) all the people who helped make this ride what it was.”

Wing Ding Prize Drawing Schedule (All locations at the host property, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center) Daily 50/50 Drawings Monday, July 3, at 5 p.m., Delta Ballroom Tuesday, July 4, at 5 p.m., Pavilion Parking Lot (Grand Parade Start Point) Wednesday, July 5, at 5 p.m., Ryman Hall B-5 Entertainment Stage Grand 50/50 Drawing Thursday, July 6, by 4 p.m., Delta Ballroom (Closing Entertainment) Grand Prizes (including Rider Education Prize) Thursday, July 6, by 4 p.m., Delta Ballroom (Closing Entertainment) Prize Extravaganza Thursday, July 6, at 11 a.m., Ryman Hall B-5 Entertainment Stage The Moving Wall as it appeared in Michigan City, Indiana.

Guinness Book of World Records Attempt At Wing Ding Join in the fun as GWRRA attempts to set a new world record at the Wing Ding Grand Parade in Nashville, July 4, 2006. The record attempt will be for the largest ride by a group of riders on a single motorcycle model (Honda Gold Wing). The current record is held by a group of Honda Saber cruiser bikes on a ride at Honda Homecoming in 2005.

A Veterans Ride to Remember A forecast of heavy rainstorms in Indiana last August almost kept The Korean War Memorial in Hebron, Indiana, with IN-Q2 participants. riders with IN-Q2 from making a Saturday ride to visit two war memorials, including the Moving Wall—a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC—appearing in Member Evacuates Michigan City, Indiana. Storm Refugees Fortunately, the showers stopped just before the group of five While Hurricanes Katrina motorcycles and one car were set to pull out from La Porte, Indiana, and Rita were devastating the at 8 a.m. So, on August 20, Larry & Jan Buchwalter and Chapter Louisiana and Texas coasts, Directors Ray & Donna Newbold, who had helped the Buchwalters Woody Bohley, GWRRA organize the Veterans ride, gathered with seven other Members for #128894, of High Ridge, the trip. Missouri, did what comes natu- The group of 11 first stopped at a Korean War Memorial in rally to him—he volunteered to Hebron, Indiana, to read a soldier’s poem and tributes to their local help.

24 Wing World When the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) called Eighteen-year-old Marc, son of Connie & Roch Dorion, who was his employer,Vandailia Coach Lines, Woody, a motorcoach operator born with Spina Bifida, has been playing sledge hockey since the age and safety officer, volunteered his time to drive many days, hours and of four. At sixteen, he was selected to play for Canada’s National miles to evacuate people from the storm-struck areas to safer loca- Sledge Hockey Team in Italy in the 2006 Paralympics. tions. Despite the rigors of training and playing at the elite level, this Woody is a dedicated Member. He has served as Chapter remarkable young man maintains good grades at Ottawa University Director of Chapter MO-Z; and, after his tenure, stayed on as and is one of the most personable teenagers you could expect to Webmaster and Ride Coordinator. Woody (left) is pictured here meet. receiving the Executive Director’s Meritorious Award from Chapter MO-Z Director Mike Bayuk. Gold Book Corrections Cover Photo Crazy Hats Return To Wing Ding Credit for the cover photo of the 2006 Perhaps you Gold Book was inadvertently omitted. Once missed your oppor- again, GWRRA is proud to show the work tunity for a little of Richard Rubenstein of Scottsdale, crazy, self-effacing fun Arizona. www.RRimages.com at last year’s Wing Ding? Grieve not, for the Crazy Hat Tire Sizes Contest returns to The Bridgestone G709 (front) radial tire for the GL1800 was Wing Ding again this incorrectly labeled as “G707.” Please correct your Gold Book on page year! Buy a crazy cha- II-6, and thanks to Bob Biegel for bringing this to our attention. peau or build one yourself. The contest is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, July 5, from 1-2 p.m. in Ryman Dealer Listings Hall B, and there will be prizes for the Most Original, Most Patriotic Cross off Prime Line Equipment in Berrysburg, Pennsylvania.They and Most Humorous hats. are an ATV-only dealership. Also delete Park Boat Company Powersports, 212 Highway 17 S,Washington, North Carolina 27889 Please correct the following dealer address: Budke Motors Inc., Our Olympian in Torino 695 East Halligan Drive, North Platte, Nebraska 69101. On February 4, 2006, Chapter ON-B, Ottawa, Canada, held its sec- ond annual “Warm Your Buns Chili Night.” The evening was a success, with plenty of fun and food provided by the Chapter participants. “Product Previews” Correction The surprise of the evening came when the proceeds of the The correct Web address for Turkey Creek Tours (included in Chinese Auction and 50/50 drawing were presented to the Dorion Wing World’s “Product Previews,” January 2006) is www.turkey family (GWRRA #159724) to put towards their trip to Torino, Italy, creektours.com with no hyphens. ● in March.

You’re a new Gold Wing owner!

Maybe you’ve just bought your first Gold Wing. Or maybe you’ve come back to a Wing Now what? after riding something else for awhile. Whatever your situation, here are some tips specifically suited to Gold Wing owners (though some may apply to other bikes as well).

• Never use ammonia-based cleaners meant for glass.

Windshield • Don’t trust filling station squeegees or paper towels to be grit-free. Cleaning • Warm water and soft terry cloth are best for softening and removing bugs. • Use a soft cotton windshield cover to avoid dashboard damage.

• For safety, replace scratched, hazed or distorted windshields.

May 2006 25 Product Previews shares information provided to us by the vendors of the products and Contact Tour King, 2418 Arrowhead Drive, Abilene, Texas 79606. services contained herein; responsibility for readers’ satisfaction with all specifications and Call (800) 572-8687 or (325) 698-2924. www.tourkingcovers.com. E- claims rests with the vendors. mail: [email protected].

APPALACHIAN MOTORCYCLE GUIDEBOOK JOHNSON CONTROLS HOMELINK® WIRELESS CONTROL AUTHOR OFFERS FREE NEWSLETTER SYSTEM FOR MOTORCYCLES Riders planning to explore At the January 2006 popular eastern riding destina- Consumer Electronics Show in tions in 2006 like the Blue Ridge Las Vegas, automotive supplier Parkway and Cherohala Skyway Johnson Controls (www.john- are invited to receive a new, free soncontrols.com) announced resource for discovering more that their HomeLink® wireless about these favorite roads and control system is now available other preferred motorcycling as an aftermarket accessory for routes and rider-friendly destina- motorcycles. HomeLink is used tions. The free publication is edit- to remotely operate garage ed by Dale Coyner, author of doors, estate gates, door locks, home security and lighting systems, and Motorcycle Journeys Through the other convenience and safety devices. Appalachians, a popular motorcy- The HomeLink system for motorcycles offers consumers the same cle touring guide from White- features that are offered in factory-installed automobile systems avail- horse Press. able in more than 30 million vehicles today. Published monthly, Appalachian Highways contains travel updates, Elkhart, Indiana-based MITO Corporation (www.mitocorp.com) is historical notes, lodging options and unique points of interest along the authorized distributor of Johnson Controls’ HomeLink to the RV, the best mountain roads in the mid-Atlantic. conversion van, and motorcycle markets. Recent editions of Appalachian Highways have featured areas like For information, contact Mito Corp., attn: Tom Konopinski, 54905 Pike County, Kentucky, and Mingo County, West Virginia. Though this County Road 17, Elkhart, IN 46516. (800) 433-6486. region is best known as the location of the Hatfield-McCoy feud, www.mitocorp.com Appalachian Highways tipped readers to the area’s better roads for motorcycling as well as historic highlights like the original Hatfield TOUR KING CUSTOM-MOUNTED DRINK HOLDERS Cemetery. Other issues have charted less-traveled routes through Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, western North Carolina and central Pennsylvania and have included recommendations for motorcycle camping and pro- files of unique destinations like George Washington’s outdoor bathtub. Visit the Appalachian Highways Web site for more information or to subscribe to the free newsletter at www.appalachianhighways.com

LITE WINGS

The Gold Wing enthusiasts at Adirondacks & Beyond have Tour King has expanded its product line to include custom-mounted a solution for Wingers wanting drink holders for most touring and cruiser bikes, both American and to mount additional driving metric. In addition, they offer three different mounts for GL1000- lights up high. GL1800 Gold Wings. Two of these are the handlebar-mounted and pas- Lite Wings mount easily senger armrest-mounted drink holders. For those who do not have or with no special tools and pro- want passenger armrests, Tour King offers an alternative passenger vide a solid mounting platform handgrip mounting system. The drink holders are compact (3.5” x 4” by that allows the installation of 7/8”) and are easy to install. numerous brands of driving and When open, they expand to hold small diameter cups and water bot- fog lights. tles all the way up to and including the 44 oz. Big Gulp cups. Mounting Made of billet aluminum and screws and washers are stainless steel and all necessary hardware is available in bright anodized aluminum, custom colors, and chrome plat- included. Suggested price is only $22 plus $4 shipping. ed finishes, these elegant mounts blend in with the flowing lines of the

26 Wing World bike, looking more stock than added-on. The GL1800 Lite Wings are can also be used on any bike with a flat surface to support the kit. They pictured here. Adirondacks & Beyond is working on GL1500 Lite give you the ability to turn accessories on and off with the touch of a Wings that will be available in late spring. For more information call light switch. The wire harness goes to the battery, so there is no inter- (518) 668-5589, visit www.tinkerworx.com or e-mail info@tinker ference with the bike’s system; just wire your accessories to the panel. worx.com. Included in the kit are the green-lighted switch panel and the wire harness. In some kits, Add-On provides a beautiful chrome panel for a GENE’S GALLERY ADDS CSC COBRA TRIKES striking background. The panels have either four cutouts for the four switches or three Gene’s Gallery, Inc., has expanded its product line, adding the Cobra switches and one cutout for a voltmeter. Part #18187 (4 switches) costs trike by California Sidecar this year. $24.95; part #18189 (4 switches w/chrome panel) costs $39.95; part As a stocking dealer with a factory-trained technician (who also is a #18188 (3 switches w/voltmeter) costs $49.95; part #18190 (3 switches Honda-Certified “Gold” tech), Gene’s Gallery can take care of all your w/voltmeter & chrome panel) costs $69.95 trike installation needs as well as any service work. California Sidecar’s Add-On, Inc., 133 Gold St, Worcester, Massachusetts 01608. Phone Cobra trikes feature independent suspension, disc brakes, bolt-on instal- (800) 821-9861 or (508) 791-7552; fax (508) 793-2919, or e-mail: lation, excellent ride quality and great styling! [email protected]. Take your GL 1800 for conversion or purchase a completed trike to ride home! TRUNK AND SADDLEBAG LIGHT GRILLES In 2000, Gene’s Gallery expanded into their 7,500 square-foot show- room and improved service department. In 2001, they added Hannigan Show Chrome Accessories® trailers. In 2005, they added Hannigan trikes; this year, it’s 2006 CSC’s is giving the 2001-2005 Cobra trikes. GL1800 Gold Wing rider more Gene’s Gallery boasts the largest selection of chrome, trailers and ways to customize their bike trikes in the Missouri area. with these trunk and saddlebag Contact Gene’s Gallery at (800) 728-GENE (4363) or visit light grilles for the rear running www.genesgallery.com. trunk and saddlebag lights. These chrome ABS grilles per- fectly frame the OEM lights, ADD-ON,INC.PROVIDES GL1800 ACCESSORY LIGHT KITS giving the Gold Wing a sleek appearance and drawing more attention to the rear lights. Accents mount around the out- side of the trunk and saddlebag lights with adhesive on the back of the grilles. Fits Honda GL1800 Gold Wings. Trunk Light Grilles are part number 52-744; Saddlebag Light Grilles are part number 52-745. Suggested list price (each) is $39.95. Add-On’s lighted accessory panel kits are a neat solution to a messy Available through authorized Big Bike Parts® dealers. For more array of accessory switches. Add-On’s kits come in four combinations information or to find a dealer near you, contact Big Bike Parts at 1- to suit the individual rider’s preference. Made for the GL1800, these kits 888-BIG-BIKE. Visit their Web site at www.bigbikeparts.com. ●

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Mechanical Miseries To Avoid By Howard Halasz, Technical Contributor, with special thanks to the following from Bob Lunsford's Northwest Honda: Ronnie Lunsford, Owner and General Manager; Corky Farmer, Service Manager; Andrew Senyk and Corky Farmer, Service Technicians. Relays and Fuses

1. Never replace a fuse with a new one with a higher current rating than the original fuse. 2. Never replace a relay with a new one with a higher current rating than the original relay. 3. Aluminum fusible-link type spare fuses will deteriorate with age. Replace fusible-link type spare fuses every three years. 4. Never substitute a piece of copper wire for a fusible-link type spare fuse. 5. If you do not know how to accurately assess your motorcy- cle’s electrical system and your accessories’ electrical load, have a skilled Honda or independent technician search for and find the cause of your blown fuse or failed relay. 6. A failed fuse or relay should be a warning to you that a pos- sible overload condition exists intermittently or constantly. Ignore your wiring now and you may not be able to ignore it later. Contact your local Honda Service Department for electrical troubleshooting and repair if fuse and/or relay replacement fails to correct electrical failures.

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In last month’s issue, Sally Anderson told t rained our three days in Yellowstone, plus down prairie dog holes. We mailed postcards the story of how she and her husband, Randy, the road repair “for our future enjoyment” home from Pray,Montana, waved to kids in the on the advice of her family, went in search of Imade the Park difficult to relax in. I had my back of a pickup truck, and stayed in Billings, the real red and blue states of America. They first experience of wet, muddy gravel, too. By where we met a boy named Michael and his flew to California and purchased the Gold the time we left, my confidence level was plus dad. They were moving to Missoula and were wing and trailer that had belonged to her eight, on a scale of one to ten. I was with a on the road to the unknown, much like us. recently deceased brother-in-law, Bob. man who could not only navigate through buf- Then on to Sturgis. Actually, on to Custer, Before they embarked on their first-ever falo herds, he could stay upright on muddy South Dakota, with a daytrip to Sturgis. We coast-to-coast motorcycle tour together, they gravel. camped at a place called Roost Resort, rec- tossed a pebble from the Atlantic Ocean into Big Sky, Montana, was a relief after the ommended by some new friends we made at the Pacific and each selected a pebble from the crowds of Yellowstone. Through Paradise a rest stop just outside of Rapid. (People in Pacific to throw into the Atlantic. Valley and on to Chico Hot Springs, Montana, the know don’t say “Rapid City,” just “Rapid.”) In Part 1, Sally described some of their we went, where I spent several hours with a We found “The Roost” and hadn’t set up our adventures on the roads of California, Nevada, new friend in a gift shop laughing and talking. tent yet when a couple, about our age, came Utah, Idaho, South Dakota and Wyoming, We especially liked the Montana postcards. by. They were from Oklahoma, had been to including a close call with a bison in One said, “Prairie dog watching,” and showed Sturgis, and were resting up before heading Yellowstone National Park. a group of people on their knees, looking home. Pat & Duane became friends we now

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We couldn’t talk go. They told us which motel had good because we didn’t know anything about Mexican food just across the way from it and Milpitas, but we listened. was within walking distance of the Yamaha We also noticed that it doesn’t matter shop. We agreed with the plan and thanked what kind of bike a person rides. We’re all them thoroughly, grateful for the shelter of together on the road, making our way from the tow truck. here to there. The interest and helpfulness There’s something enlivening about com- were nearly universal. Auto drivers also came ing through something. We felt closer to each to visit with us at rest stops and way stations, other and stronger. Over dinner, Randy said often inviting us to join them at their picnic he wanted to go back and cover the 40 miles table. The conversation would steer around where the bike was towed so it would truly to, “I did that once,” or “I wish I could do be a coast-to-coast trip. I smiled my way that.” We found ourselves in the position of through my hot enchilada and said, “No way. encouraging others, just as we so recently had It’s a good story just the way it is.” been encouraged. The next day, after we got the bike back, We passed through Pennsylvania, still on we mailed 50 pounds of stuff home: the Route 80. We decided our next trip would be sweatshirts from Yellowstone, the T-shirt from off the interstates as much as possible and the Montana gift shop, the long underwear would include as many independent motels, from Cabella’s, the maps we would no longer campgrounds and restaurants as possible. need but wanted to keep, the presents for And, it was. But that’s jumping ahead to the people at home, and the books on tape we’d story of the next trip. never listened to. The man in the packing We traveled through the Pocono shop helped us box our belongings for New Mountains in Pennsylvania and into New York York and asked questions about our ride so state, had a quick stopover at home, dropped far. As we were chatting, he told us of his the trailer and took off for Massachusetts. It motorcycle days in the ’60s. He was from was Labor Day Weekend. We went the back India and he and a friend had crossed India by way through Connecticut to get to the Mass going as far as they could on a tank of gas and Pike and headed east: Destination, stopping for the day wherever they ran out of Gloucester. The highlight of that trip was gas. In the morning, they took turns walking meeting a young woman at the Village for a can of gas to get started for the day. Silversmith Shop in Rockport, Massachusetts, Recently in Wing World, I read Nick Hoppner’s review of Judith Ceppa’s A New Way to Ride: who was so excited about our trip that she Listening and Following, and thought of the man wanted to take our picture in front of the at the packing store. I would not be happy shop. She never sent the picture, so I don’t letting the gas tank determine my stopping know how it turned out. place for the night, but I believe I understand We went to the lighthouse on Eastern Judith Ceppa’s point. We would have missed Point in Gloucester, walked out on the break- so much if we hadn’t listened and followed…. water as far as we could, and tossed the two We left Iowa and took several days going Pacific pebbles into the Atlantic, turned to through Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. We each other and shook hands. It felt like a for- noticed that Route 80 cuts straight through mal accomplishment. We were more togeth- huge farms and that the farms get progres- er, in every sense of the word, than I could sively smaller as you travel east. We met bik- have imagined. ers in South Bend, Indiana, a new truck-driv- I had left home with some trepidation ing woman in Ohio, people with a new trike about my ability to ride that many hours on in Pennsylvania. By then Randy & I had the back of a bike. The ride turned out to be become comfortable with the story swapping over 5,000 miles, with scenic loops and side of the road; sort of like Odysseus as he trav- trips. I had left home with some doubt about eled, we learned to listen to the stories of my fellow Americans. I can now say, like LBJ, where people had been and where they were “my friends and fellow Americans,” and mean going, and to share our news too. all of us.We’re much more alike than divisive We noticed that our California plates got politics might have us believe. And there’s no lots of attention the further east we went. better way to discover that than to be out That, and the fact that the bike is in excellent there in rain and shine, sometimes vulnerable shape. People would ask,“Is that a brand new and sometimes on top of the world, on the bike?” Another question was,“What kind of bike. ●

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May 2006 49 Chris Wolff (left photo) and Lowell Funk (right photo) stand next to the ’98 Valkyrie they drove from South Dakota to Utah to pick up.

By R. Chris Wolff • GWRRA #209259 • Huron, South Dakota

t all started in the cold of winter, 2005. Honda dropped production of the Valkyrie and my wife thought my having eight bikes–three Yamaha 1200 IVentures, two 1500 Gold Wings, one 1100 Wing, a full-dress ’78 750 Hondamatic, a ’69 CB160, and a mini-chopper–already was a bit excessive. But I really wanted a Valkyrie. So I decided if I sold most everything but the 1500 Wings, I could get down to just a tour bike, a cruiser, and a mini-chopper for my twin grandsons, Remington and Benjamin, to share, and still buy a nice Valkyrie. I put the word out and, as the cold started to leave South Dakota, the Ventures and the 1100 Wing were gone within three weeks.That’s when the hunt began for a Valkyrie. A trip to eBay, and a fully chromed out, red and cream ’98 with only 18K on it was within reach…perfect! Well, not quite: I live in eastern South Dakota, and the bike was about 50 miles south of Salt Lake City, Utah–a cool thousand miles from home, not to mention 2,000 miles round trip! Continued page 55…

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Finally, halfway through the We still have some riding light left and an barely off of the ground in South Dakota by night, I did start to feel a little better.With the extra key BLANK!” that time! I thought about having it shipped help of a bottle of “pink stuff,” I thought I just The weather and the scenery on the ride and waiting three weeks to get it. Or, I might live.We were back on the road and on home were great–the temperature was in the thought, I could call fellow Winger, Lowell the way to Utah the next morning. Next stop, high 60s, just great, and there were mountains Funk (GWRRA #157487), and we could plan the Valkyrie! all around, even though the tops were a funny a nice run, doubled up on my ’88 1500 on the We found the location with no trouble and color.White! Along the way, a beautiful canyon way there. Then I could ride the Valkyrie checked the bike out. Man did it look nice! runs up and out of a Valley and, with about 40 home. Sounded like a great idea! One little ding in the end of the exhaust pipe, miles under our wheels, we pulled in for the But as I sat planning the trip and watching but the rest was just sweet and shiny, so clean night. I decided to try to eat a little supper. It the Weather Channel, I saw it! Snow all the it looked new! tasted great and was, I think, the first meal I way across Wyoming! Of course this wasn’t Now, we had known before we left home had kept down for days! the best of conditions to think about a first that some of the hardware to mount the When we got to the motel, I did a few long ride of the season, but we in the North windshield was missing, so we had packed a things to the bike, like adding a “wooly” to the Country had been sitting seat. My tailbone is bro- around for about five ken off, but not months by then–it felt removed. So, needless like it was time to get at to say, it gets a little ten- it! der sometimes. A thou- Since college gradua- sand miles, first ride of tion was Saturday, April the year, I thought, Yep, 30, we realized we could- that’ll tenderize it just a n’t get on the road until bit! Monday, May 2. We also With a good night’s knew we had two main sleep, we took off the routes to choose from: next morning. I guess The northern route, I-90 we’ll see how good a ride across South Dakota and this Valkyrie really is, I Wyoming to Utah, or the thought to myself. Well, southern route, down to let me tell you, it’s no Nebraska and across on Wing, but what a sweet I-80. I checked out both ride! Now, the Wing is routes on Mapquest.com. Chris’ Valkyrie (far left) fits in nicely like a Cadillac DeVille. It told me one route was at his shop alongside his ’78 750 The Valkyrie? Well, it’s 1,052 miles and the Hondamatic and ’88 Gold Wing. more like a Corvette! other was 1,053 miles. No wonder they call it Not much help there for the Dragon! Too bad a decision! So we decided we would pack up few tools to work with. We figured, since everyone doesn’t know what they’re missing! on Sunday; check the weather for each route, Lowell was a body builder for over 25 years But after about 150 miles, my tailbone was and let that be the deciding factor. and I had owned a marine shop and been a talking to me, so I turned the bike over to Sunday morning rolled around and, guess gunsmith for nearly 30 years, it shouldn’t be Lowell for a tank of gas. Afterward, my tail- what! Bad news! The weather was cold, even that hard! We figured we could handle it, no bone decided it might as well shut up because by our standards. Small change of plans–we problem! So we started working on the wind- I was going to ride that bike the rest of the decided we would drive Lowell’s car out and shield and two hours and a few trips to the way home! So, after 700 miles, some good then I could ride the Dragon back, with Lowell local Home Depot later, we were ready to try weather, and great views, we crossed through following up. If it got too cold, we could switch that Dragon out! Wyoming into our home state of South off on the bike, we reasoned. Better pack the A fresh tank of gas, a little riding around to Dakota.We stayed the night in Hot Springs in long johns and coveralls! get used to the bike, only a thousand miles to the southern end of the Black Hills, home of Monday morning rolled around.We got the go, and one problem–only one key! The extra the Sturgis Rally. car loaded and were finally on our way key had apparently ended up in the same place With only 300 miles to go, Lowell took pity when–one small glitch–I still had the flu I had as the original windshield hardware when the on me the next morning and let me sleep in gotten the day before! Oh well, we thought, owner moved and couldn’t find either one. until 9:30 a.m.We got up and running, and the hopefully I’d feel better by Wednesday. So, we had to make a trip to the local weather was great! The temperature was in We finally did set out and–wouldn’t you Honda shop for a key. But when we took the the 70s, and there was no wind. It doesn’t get know it–we no sooner got into Wyoming, and key in to the parts man and he came out with any better than that! If you’ve ever been to I started to get sick! My intestines tried to a new key, it was just a blank. He told us,“Oh! South Dakota, you know no wind is great. In plug up on me. (Just a little background here: We don’t cut them here, we just sell blanks!” this state, we usually wear out the sides of our Twenty years ago, I had an accident where I I looked at him and asked him if he was tires first, thanks to wind. was crushed. Once in awhile, I have some sure he was a Honda dealer! The store only We had a great run the rest of the day and intestinal trouble.) had about 30 bikes and 25 ATVs on the floor, pulled into Huron just about suppertime. My While Lowell began asking the motel clerk so it was questionable! Then I made the mis- wife had the food ready to set on the table, so in Rock Springs,Wyoming, where the nearest take of asking him if he knew where to get the we just pulled the Dragon into the barn. I hospital was, I was saying that I wasn’t to that key cut, and he just looked at me and said, “I introduced it to the Wing and thought, What a point–yet! Eventually Lowell went to supper, don’t know!” Well, I looked at Lowell and he great way to start the riding season! ● and I decided to squiggle around on the bed to looked at me and I said,“Let’s get out of here.

May 2006 55 BACK TO THE BASICS! By Karen Knudtson • GWRRA #79122 • Mason City, Iowa

hen GWRRA’s Executive Chapter to adopt the “Circle of Friends” and Director, Don Brock, said that he promote getting “Back to the Basics.” Wwould like GWRRA to go “Back Those who participate in the “Circle of to the Basics” with more positive communi- Friends” and who attend the Iowa District cation and more Chapter involvement, Clara Rally from July 28 through 29, 2006, will & Fred Boldt, Member Enhancement receive a gold bead. Those who attend the Coordinators for Iowa District and Iowa America’s Heartland Region (E) Rally from Chapter IA-I took him seriously.They started August 31 through September 2, will receive a the “Circle of Friends”! red heart bead with an “E” on it for America’s They have introduced a “Circle of Friends” Heartland Region (E). pin for each Chapter participant to have.The The cost of the pins is minimal. GWRRA initial pin has a silver bead with an “I” on it Chapter IA-I furnishes the beads for their (since they started with their own Chapter I). Chapter. Fred & Clara have the pins available. When Members travel to other Chapters, If other Districts and Chapters wish to adopt they receive a white bead with the letter of the “Circle of Friends” program, please con- that Chapter on it.The white beads are made available at Chapter get-togethers. Members tact Fred & Clara for more information at tell the person in charge of pins from their [email protected] or telephone at (641) home Chapter that they attended a function 484-4738. at another Chapter. It’s as simple as that! As Region E Directors, Ron & I support As the year progresses, Members add Fred & Clara’s “Circle of Friends,” and we more beads.This equals more new friends or have watched with enthusiasm as Regional, renewed old friendships. Now, what is more District, and Chapter Members scurry around basic than friends? trying to get all the beads from Iowa District Both the Iowa District and the America’s Chapters. Some Chapters from Minnesota Heartland Region (E) District encourage each have also joined in. G

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May 2006 57 Florida Rider Education Fair—2005 By Bob Groff, Florida District Educator • GWRRA #3621• New Port, Florida

What a busy and gratifying day it was! After months of planning and preparation, the fourth annual Florida Rider Education Fair commenced. In the cool early morning hours, the forms, waivers and usual paperwork that accompanies such an endeavor began. Once it was completed, the riders checked the board for their range assignments and were off on the first of four Experienced Rider Courses scheduled that day.An hour later, the students for the Trike Courses began to arrive, along with Members who wanted to take first aid and CPR courses. Students checking for their classroom assignments for the Co-Riders Seminar and the Road Captains Course joined them. Busy, yes, but what a payoff!

hat is the annual Florida Rider Assistant District Educators Joe & Jan Mazza, District GWRRA Members who attended. It Education Fair? The idea is to have coordinated everything, making sure everyone works this way: Members fill out a registration Wone central location form and enclose a check that in our state where almost every- partially covers the cost of a thing that GWRRA’s Rider course or class; this cuts down Education Division offers can on no-shows. After completing be taught over a weekend. the class or course, the checks Members can pick from a vari- are returned to their owners. The ety of options. instructors are paid from pro- The Fair is held each year in ceeds of the Rider Education St. Petersburg, Florida, thanks Raffle, and Curtis generously to Curtis Palmore and Motor- donates the use of Motorcycle cycle Rider Education of Rider Education of Clearwater’s Clearwater and his dedicated classrooms and ranges. crew of instructors. (Curtis Each year in Florida, we brought in over 20 instructors to hold a raffle for a new Gold run the range courses, and they Wing. We have been fortunate were busy from dawn till dusk.) enough to obtain the new motor- Being able to use the largest cycle from an extremely cooper- Riding the ERC. school in Florida with three sep- ative Honda dealer, Champions arate ranges makes it all possi- Honda of Leesburg, who also ble. Unfortunately, due to time limitations, was where they were supposed to be and had sponsored us last year. GWRRA Members sell GWRRA can get the ranges and classrooms the right equipment, forms and cards. tickets throughout the state, and the drawing is for only one day, so we really have to squeeze After a short lunch, we prepared to greet held at the District Rally. There are several to get everything in. the students who had finished the classroom winners. Thanks to Terry Dunn and Heidi London, portion of the Trike Course, and then we re- One lucky winner gets the Gold Wing; sec- we were able to offer first aid and CPR class- posted the board to reflect the four Trike ond prize is $1,000; and third prize is $500. es in the morning and afternoon. Local Courses scheduled. The big winners are the GWRRA Members in Chapter Educators, Ron Jackson and Pat Normally a project this big would carry an the Florida District. Proceeds from the raffle Laden, handled the Co-Rider seminars and equally large price tag. What was the cost to pay for all the GWRRA training throughout Road Captain courses in the morning and the members who participated? Absolutely the state. We currently have nine training sites afternoon. My wife Barbara & I, along with nothing! The entire day was free to all Florida located from the Florida Panhandle to Miami

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Orange-shirted students from Ocala taking instruction.

Instructor Cindy Parker briefing her students. for the riding courses. First aid/CPR training is done at the Chapter level, and they are reimbursed from the Rider Education fund. How successful was the Fair? We put 58 people through the ERC and anoth- er 38 members through the Trike Courses. Twenty-nine took the free First aid/CPR classes, and 11 new Road Captains joined the ranks. Eight members Range assignment board. updated their cards with the Co-Rider Seminars. We trained 144 people (and consumed two bottles of Excedrin) in one very busy day. It didn’t stop there— we also managed to train three new Trike Instructors, courtesy of Ron Lantz, who is not only the Regional Educator but also a Master Instructor. The Experienced Rider Courses filled up within weeks after the release of the flyer, and the demand was so great for trike courses that we had to add two addition- al courses just to accommodate everyone. I would like to thank all the instructors from Motorcycle Rider Education of Clearwater who spent the entire day helping to train our Members, along with all the Members who took time off from their busy schedules to attend the Fair. I would also like to thank all those who contributed, especially the Members of the Florida District, who took the time and effort to sell all the raffle tickets that made this possible. They have done an outstanding job year after year, which has kept the Florida District among the leaders in GWRRA’s Rider Education Instructor Ken Stagner putting his 2006 gold-colored Gold Wing (less than 24 hours old) through its paces. Program. ●

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Monkeys On His Wing By Jean Hallford Jones

t’s a startling sight–a red 1998 Aspencade half a million miles and worn out a few motor- Some riders might have rested on their with a huge stuffed gorilla riding shotgun cycles along the way–all of them Gold Wings. laurels at this point, but Lee has covered every Iand some 20-odd monkeys holding on for Lee, as he prefers to be called, has logged county in 17 states, and every county in Texas dear life. Leland Adams, GWRRA #40777, of 118,000 miles on his current Wing. He has twice (Texas is the state nearest his heart). He Bandear,Texas, has ridden all over the United been in the 48 contiguous United States and has been a member of the Retreads for 35 States with this monkey menagerie. Over a Hawaii and has documented his travels with years and is the Chapter Educator and an period of 15 years, he has traveled close to photos taken at every state sign. active recruiter for Chapter TX-K2,“The Hill Country Riders,” in Kerrville,Texas. The number of monkeys on his Wing has grown over the years. One time, a girl in El Paso handed him a monkey as he drove #1 CHOICE AMONG RIDERS through town. Other times, anonymous fans have dropped off new monkeys on his cycle seat while he is in a restaurant eating lunch. BUTLER The orangutan clinging to the back of the gorilla belonged to his youngest daughter,who Motorcycle Mug Holder was tossing out her stuffed toys just prior to US Patented • Driver units fit on the left or right handlebar her upcoming wedding. Sometimes a little • Passenger units fit on the left or right aftermarket armrest monkey just mysteriously appears in the (fits American Motorcycle Accessories NEW Armrest) pack.Lee gets a kick out of the reactions from • Designed for “hot” or “cold” beverages and include the passersby. People stare—they can’t believe specially designed lid and straw for motorcycle use! their eyes at first. He enjoys challenging chil- •© Insulated mug INCLUDED WITH THE PURCHASE dren to count the number of monkeys on his OF EVERY BUTLER! Wing, giving them two clues: all the monkeys are in sight, and there are more than 20.The Chrome Passenger Mounting Bracket conversations with strangers, along with the for the GL1800 or GL1500 • Limited Quantities

NEW PRODUCT! smiles and waves, add pleasure to any trip, Lee Arm Rest Not Required! says. The monkeys have to get off, however, Toll-Free 888-892-4306 OR www.glassact.com when wife Judy rides along to Wing Ding or on an overnighter. She will occasionally spend a week with Lee on the road, but usually it’s just Lee and the monkeys. His future plans have Alaska at the top of the list. He hasn’t been there yet, although he has been in five Canadian provinces and three states in Mexico. You might wonder what would get a man started on such a venture. Well, Lee says, a friend gave him the first simian rider 15 years ago, and Lee himself came up with the idea of taking the gorilla on his travels. What else would you do with a life-sized gorilla? The adventure continues. Lee has no plans for stopping his pursuit of logging more motorcycle miles with his menagerie on board.You might see him on almost any high- way in the United States, but particularly those of the Texas Hill Country. Keep your eyes peeled, and give him and the monkeys a wave if you see them. G

62 Wing World Six Weeks Across

By JoeAmerica Yother • GWRRA #161923 • Kingsland, Georgia

After nearly a year of planning, our trip started at 10:45 on the morning of May 23, 2005. Were we really going to be away for six weeks? That was the plan.

took a long, last look at our home in Kingsland, Georgia, several of the old diners and hotels that helped make Route in the rearview mirror. My wife, Colleen, & I were riding 66 famous. The Blue Swallow was especially interesting, as Iidentical 2000 Gold Wings. Hers had satellite radio and each room had its own garage.There is a lot of American his- mine had an MP3 player, a Garmin 2026 GPS unit named tory on Historic Route 66, and I was glad that my wife and I Gypsy, and our new Roll-A-Home camper in tow. got to experience some of it.After riding some of the origi- Our first day would take us through the Georgian coun- nal “Mother Road,” we were back on I-40 to Albuquerque. tryside en route to Birmingham, Alabama, to visit my aunt Albuquerque was what I called the beginning of the fun and stay the night.The next morning, we were up bright and part of the trip. From there we would travel fewer interstates early and off to Memphis,Tennessee, to catch I-40 west. and more back roads. Leaving the campground in I-40 would be a speed run to get us to Albuquerque, New Albuquerque, we got on newly paved US 550. The scenery Mexico. Along the way we would stop in Little Rock, seemed to change hourly. Okalahoma City and Tucumcari.We were blessed with over- After lunch in Farmington, we proceeded to Four cast skies and cooler than normal temperatures. We were Corners, where Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona also pleased that riding I-40 wasn’t as boring as we thought come together.We had our picture taken and did some shop- it would be.The landscape changed constantly and the semi ping for some Native American jewelry. truck traffic was lighter than we thought it would be. From Four Corners, we took US 160 to Kayenta,Arizona, While in Tucumcari, we journeyed slightly off I-40 to see at the southern entrance to Monument Valley.After spending

Entering Monument Valley from the south.

May 2006 63 In parts of Utah, you might as well be riding on the surface of Mars.

the night there, we headed into the Valley. It and relaxed by the pool. Page, Arizona, has Winding our way down the steep road to the was like driving into another world. some great Mexican restaurants. bottom of the canyon was truly exciting. Each Monument Valley is truly awe-inspiring. You The North Rim of the Grand Canyon was of Utah’s canyon parks has its own unique could almost see one of John Ford’s epic west- our next stop.The road in to the North Rim landscape, and to bypass seeing one just erns being filmed. We gassed up in Mexican was one of the prettiest we saw on the whole because it has “Canyon” in the name would be Hat, Utah, and came back through the Valley trip.At 8,083 feet above sea level, the weather a mistake. from the north. From that direction, you see was a bit breezy and cool. After setting up We stayed in Las Vegas for two nights, the most famous view of the valley road as it camp, we got in a hike from the campground enough time to get caught up on laundry and cuts through the buttes. Monument Valley pro- to the Grand Canyon Lodge. We saw some see some of the sights. Our Las Vegas highlight vides the most enduring and definitive images fantastic views. Our schedule allowed only a had to be the helicopter tour of the Grand of the American West. one-day stay at the North Rim, so the next Canyon. From Monument Valley, we were off to day we were off and running to Las Vegas. Papillon Helicopter Tours picked us up at Lake Powell for a few days of R & R.We had a Along the way, we stopped at Kanab, Utah, our hotel and took us to the airport, where great time there both on and off the bikes.We for lunch and then took Utah’s Highway 9 two other couples and we took the 45-minute rented a boat for a day, and I took a day trip through Zion National Park.What a ride that flight back to the Grand Canyon.We flew over to Bryce Canyon while Colleen stayed behind was! It was as if we had landed on Mars. the Hoover Dam and into the Canyon. The

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May 2006 65 Desert. It was there, in the town of Baker,that We stayed in Yosemite for three wonderful with my son Pat as our guide. We really we paid the most per gallon of gas—a whop- days of grand views and lazy walks. We enjoyed the Mumm and Artesa wineries. From ping $2.95! What could one do when way out enjoyed the valley floor tour the most.While the observation deck of Artesa, the view of in the middle of nowhere? on a stop along the Merced River, we encoun- the rolling hills covered with vineyards is like After battling head-on winds for eight tered a tour bus full of Japanese tourists.They a postcard. hours, we stayed overnight in the town of were clustered together for a group picture, After a day in the wine country, we went Mojave at the Desert Winds Motel.This Best so my wife offered to take the photo so to dinner at Cole’s Chop House, where my Western hotel was really nice and had a great everyone could be in it. After taking the pic- son works. Cole’s has won award after award, Mexican restaurant that piled on more great ture, they insisted that she join them in anoth- and I recommend it if you are ever in the area. food than we could possibly eat.We turned in er group photo. It was one of the funniest If you’re lucky, you will get Pat as your server. early, hoping to be up before the winds start- parts of the trip. The weather forecast promised the weath- ed up the next morning.Wrong! We awoke to Out next destination was Napa Valley. My er would not be kind to us if we went to the over-30 mph winds and Tehachapi Pass ahead son works in the valley, so he got us a special California Redwoods as we had planned.This of us. It was a cold, biting wind, and we almost deal at the Napa 1801 First B&B. The 1801 meant that Colleen wouldn’t see the red- stopped to put our cold suits on. But we knew First is a revitalized Queen Anne Victorian woods, and I wouldn’t get to ride California that on the other side of the Tehachapi was built in 1903. It was extremely luxurious and Highway 89 from Shasta to Lake Tahoe. But, Bakersfield and warmer weather, so we just very well appointed. The staff was first-rate hey, that means we have to go back, right? stuck it out. From Bakersfield, we rolled up US and, of course, they were very knowledgeable Both my wife & I were catching colds from 99 to Fresno and got onto California’s about wines. the chilly ride out of Yosemite, so we decided Highway 41 into Yosemite. We arrived early Friday afternoon and, to arrive in Lake Tahoe a few days early to try After entering Yosemite National Park after checking in and settling in, we went to to recuperate. Harrah’s in Lake Tahoe fit the through the southern entrance, it was anoth- downtown Napa to pick up a few souvenirs. bill perfectly. We stayed for four days, resting er 30 miles to Camp Curry. One little note We found that on Friday nights the streets are and getting over our colds.While out one day, about any place you might want to stay with blocked off. Growers and vendors from all I met an old Navy buddy who I hadn’t seen in the name “camp” in it, be prepared for kids over the area come in for Chef’s Market.You 35 years. Small world! Rich and I set aside a and tons of campers at summer camp. My wife can get the freshest fruit in California and all night so we could talk sailor talk and catch up & I just shook our heads, as we had both been kinds of other delicacies. Of course, any and on old times. involved in youth programs over the years and all kinds of California wine abound. Our four days in Tahoe were over, and we this brought back many memories. On Saturday, we visited several wineries were on our way to Rapid City, South Dakota.

The Yothers’ Wings at rest near Devils Tower.

66 Wing World We got out of Tahoe just in time.The next day brought snow—in the middle of June! It was on I-80, going through the middle of Nevada, when we had our only mishap of the trip.We were approaching Winnemucca when one of the stabilizer jacks on the trailer worked its way out. When we hit a bump, it cut into the left tire on the trailer, shaving off all the tread halfway across the tire. Fortunately, it didn’t cut into the tire core, so, after inspecting it and running some wire through the jack, we rode a half-mile to the exit so I could change the tire at a gas station. As luck would have it, we ran across the first Wal-Mart we had seen in 1,700 miles and they had us on our way in less than an hour. We spent the night in Elko, Nevada. Due to a bike rally being held in town, we were lucky to get a room. Several people saw our license plates and asked if we came all the way out from Georgia for the rally. After supper, we spent some time in the casino playing some games and talking to people. Early the next morning, we were on our way again, hoping to make Salt Lake City, Utah. The first half of the day was uneventful, but the further east we went, the windier it got. By the time we got to the outskirts of Salt Lake, we were in some of the worst cross- winds I have ever ridden in. (We found out later that the winds coming up from the southern desert were at a steady 50 mph.) Our helmets were being moved around on our heads and salt was going up our noses! What a day! After spending a night in Park City, we continued on toward Rapid City, South Dakota. But we had one more stop in Casper, Wyoming, before getting to Rapid City. Wyoming has some great roads for riding. Even with the wind, we really enjoyed our ride through Wyoming. It must not have been hunting season because there were prong- horn antelope all over the place. They didn’t seem to mind our presence at all. After leaving Casper,we headed for Devil’s Tower National Monument. It’s really some- thing to see. Pictures of it never do it justice. But the best view of Devil’s Tower was when we were leaving—I saw the whole tower and my wife on her bike all in my rearview mirror. It’s one of those sights you see when you wish you had your camera in your hand.That was a lost Kodak moment that will live with me for some time. Later that same afternoon, we arrived in Rapid City.We were really looking forward to some of that great Black Hills riding! On the first day, Colleen decided to stay at the hotel to rest up and do some “girl things” so, after cleaning the bikes, I headed off to Badlands National Park.This is another great motorcy- cle ride. Twists, turns, a bizarre landscape— everything a biker could want. The next day we headed off to Sturgis,

May 2006 67 Colleen & Joe Yother with Crazy Horse National Monument in the distance.

Potato Creek Johnny, Preacher Smith and hundreds of Deadwood’s other legendary denizens. There is a lot to see and do in Deadwood, so plan at least a day. Our next stop, the Crazy Horse Memorial, is the world’s largest sculpture. Now in progress, it is overwhelming at first sight.The sheer size of it just grabs you as you enter the site. It’s said that the four heads of Mount Rushmore could fit into the space occupied by the head of Crazy Horse. We were lucky enough to arrive just as they were setting off an explosive charge, bit by bit clearing away the mountain. When it’s fin- ished, many years to come from now, it will truly be a sight to behold. On the way out of South Dakota on I-90, you must stop at the world-famous Wall Drug Store in Wall, South Dakota. Something for everyone! Well worth the visit. We started our homeward leg of the trip across South Dakota on I-90 to Sioux Falls and then turned south on I-29. We traveled through Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri and Deadwood, Crazy Horse and Mount historic landmark.We had a great time walk- back into Arkansas to Eureka Springs. Rushmore. The Black Hills lived up to their ing around and seeing things like the place Eureka Springs is another small town that reputation. Colleen & I really enjoyed riding where Wild Bill Hickok was shot playing cards has something for everyone. Located in the through the hills, around the curves, and see- and John “Duke” Wayne’s ranch truck. Boot Ozark Mountains, there are lots of hills and ing the sights. Hill Cemetery is where you can see the back roads to ride, along with plenty of hotels The entire city of Deadwood is a national graves of Wild Bill,Calamity Jane, Seth Bullock, and great little restaurants.You can step back

68 Wing World to the time when steam locomotives ruled the rails with a ride on the Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway, located on the out- skirts of town.You can take a lunch or supper ride and you might even spot some deer while you’re out. One word about the deer in Eureka Springs, they are everywhere. So be careful while riding, especially at night. Our trip was winding down. We’d had a great time and, while we were looking for- ward to getting back into our own bed and being home, we were having a blast and did- n’t want it to end. There were still a couple of stops on the way home, and Beale Street, in Memphis, Tennessee, was next. If you like the blues, and you haven’t been to Beale Street, then this is a must! Beale is to blues what Bourbon Street in New Orleans is to jazz. We got checked into our hotel, cleaned up and hurried right out to the street.With such great blues clubs as the Rum Boogie Café and BB King’s Blues Club, you can hardly go wrong. Great blues music echoes from every club, and it’s hard to decide which one to go into.And the food— world-famous Memphis barbecue—need I say more? Next stop, Jackson, Mississippi, to visit Colleen’s brother and his wife.We stayed for a couple of days, winding down. Jackson is 635 miles from Kingsland, Georgia, and though we didn’t really think that we could make it all the way home in one day, we were going to give it a shot.There had been lots of rain at home, and we were hop- ing to get back before it started raining again. It was not to be. We started getting rain about 150 miles from home, and it was getting dark, so we pulled into Waycross, Georgia, about 8:30 p.m. and decided that it was time to call it quits. With only 54 miles to go, most of it through dark roads loaded with deer, we checked into the Days Inn. We were up at 7 a.m. the next morning and were home by 8:30. It was great to be home after 42 days on the road! Ours was the trip of a lifetime, and we were thankful that we completed it with no major prob- lems. Would we do such a trip again? Yes, but maybe not for six weeks—that’s a long time to be away from home. Still, there are places that we would like to go back and see again and many places that are yet to be seen. ●

May 2006 69 WHAT GOES AROUND, COMES AROUND

By Stu Oltman • Senior Technical Editor Illustrations courtesy of Metzeler. (www.us.metzelermoto.com)

It’s been about two-and-a-half years since I placed an article in the pages of Wing World as the magazine’s Technical Editor. Some of you may remember those technical articles, many of which are available on-line in the archived issues of Wing World. Unlike some other techni- cal writers, I’ve tried to keep my audience’s level of technical understanding in mind when writing these pieces. That’s because, unlike some who write to impress, my goal is to help you help yourselves through a better understanding of how things work and how to logically diag- nose them when they don’t. I intend to follow that precedent into the future, though more in-depth pieces will appear from time to time.

his month’s topic is Motorcycle Tires With only two small patches of rubber separat- ing the tire. It also allows the tire to maintain 101–The Basics. Let’s face it–most ing the vehicle from the pavement, the failure correct handling qualities. Anytime your Tof us give our tires very little of either can easily result in a complete loss of motorcycle feels sluggish going into turns or thought. Why is that? I believe it’s a directional control and braking ability. feels generally sloppy or “mushy,” you can bet carryover from our four-wheeled experience, W HAT I S A TIRE, AND that low tire pressure is the culprit. where the only time most of us think about W HAT I S I TS P URPOSE? A motorcycle tire is made of several com- such things as tire pressure is when there isn’t We know that a tire is black, round, and it ponents. The carcass is what gives the tire its any–a flat tire. The consequences? We’ll likely holds air. But few of us may have considered basic shape. It’s a structure composed of mate- thump-thump our way over to the road shoul- that it’s actually part of the motorcycle’s sus- rial made of natural and synthetic rubbers with der and call a tow truck. I have to admit that pension system as well as its steering system. other proprietary materials, into which rayon I’m generally as guilty as anyone else in this Of course, the air in the tire—not the tire or nylon cords have been bonded. In a bias-ply regard. But when it comes to my motorcycle itself—is what supports the motorcycle’s tire, the cords overlap in an X-shaped pattern. tires, I inspect the tread before each day’s ride weight. The air also helps the tire maintain its In a radial tire, cords are applied radially begins and check the pressures at least once shape, especially at the point where the tire around the carcass, 90 degrees to the direction per week. I do this because I know that the contacts the pavement (contact patch). This of rotation. In addition to the carcass and plies, consequences of a flat tire on a two-wheeler reduces flexing at that point, which prevents some tires have belts of steel or other materi- are generally far more serious than on a car. destructive heat from building up and damag- als applied in the direction that the tire rolls.

70 Wing World Because a radial tire has a lower profile (height code on the sidewall. It’ll be stamped into the ment of new tires before applying maximum as a percentage of tread width), it can normal- sidewall rather than be embossed, and it will be power, braking or lean angles. Many riders ly handle less load than is imposed by a typi- be composed of three letters followed by four believe this advice is necessary due to the need cally large, heavy cruiser or touring bike with numbers. The first two numbers indicate the to scuff off the “mold release” from the tires’ traditional frame and suspension. Those bikes week of manufacture, and the remaining two treads. Actually it has more to do with allow- are normally fitted with bias-ply tires, which digits indicate the year. As an example, a date ing the tire to fully adjust to the rim and to have both a taller sidewall and a more rounded code of PAA2004 indicates the tire was manu- allow the rider to become familiar with the tread profile. But the stiff chassis and corner- factured in the 20th week of 2004 (ignore the changed handling that always results from ing requirements of modern sport bikes (and letters). replacing worn tires with new ones. That the GL1800 Gold Wing) are better suited to the Another consideration is whether the tire is changed handling is a good reason to replace characteristics of radial tires. suitable for fitment on your bike. The best way both tires at the same time rather than mix a B UYING N EW T IRES to determine that is by consulting the manu- worn front with a new rear. Rear tires normal- The date code is an important item to facturer’s tire fitment guide. It’s generally best ly have much deeper tread than front tires inspect, especially if one suspects the tires to stick with the original size tires to avoid because they bear more of the load and con- have had several birthdays in a warehouse. I interference with parts of the bike and to retain stant drive forces and, therefore, wear faster. once had a rider ask me to install a set of tires the handling and ride qualities engineered into Still, many riders find the rear worn out with he’d purchased “on closeout” at a local shop. it. A wider or taller tire than was originally fit- the front showing very little wear. In this case, But when I examined those tires, I discovered ted will alter the size and shape of the contact it’s acceptable to replace only the rear tire, but that they were almost 10 years old. According patch and change the bike’s steering geometry. get used to the handling before doing any to our friends at various tire manufacturers, Remember, that little patch of rubber is all that fancy maneuvers. Should the front tire exhibit tires more than six years old will not break in stands between you and the asphalt. By the cupping or any other irregularity, it’s best to properly and are likely to lose grip in situations way, it’s a smart practice to have new air valves replace it and the rear, even though the latter that wouldn’t affect a newer tire. How do you fitted to the rim each time a tire is replaced. tire may have plenty of tread remaining. determine a tire’s age? Simply look at the date Always allow at least 100 miles after fit- How about using a rear tire on the front of

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a trike and mounting it in the reverse direction So testing has even been conducted while tow- hear riders comparing experiences with a par- to that indicated by the directional arrow? ing trailers. While some have decided to install ticular brand of tire: One rider claiming to That’s a particularly bad idea for two reasons. higher profile tires (or even automobile tires!) have gotten very respectable life and even The tread sipes are designed to channel water on the rear of their GL1800, either in an wear patterns from the tire while the other away from under the tread to reduce the chance attempt to correct the speedometer reading or rider refers to that same tire as junk. In these of hydroplaning–that’s when the tire is actual- obtain greater tread life, this practice is ill cases, probably half of them result from one ly riding on a thin film of water and not in con- advised. rider correctly maintaining the tires while the tact with the pavement. The sipes are direc- ROUTINE TIRE MAINTENANCE other didn’t. The other half? Some riders tional on most modern tires and won’t function AND INSPECTION unfortunately don’t know when a tire needs as intended if reversed. The second reason has Examinations at various rallies reveal that replacing and have used it till the cords began to do with the way the tread overlaps as it’s around 85 percent of all motorcycles are being to show (hey–it still holds air!). More on that applied to the tire. Hard braking forces applied ridden on under-inflated and/or overloaded shortly. to a reversed tire could tend to unpeel the tread tires. This is a serious problem, because under- Why doesn’t under-inflation affect a car’s from the carcass, with catastrophic results. inflation causes several bad consequences. The tires to the same degree? It does. The differ- One final note about tire selection. The most serious of these is reduced load capacity. ence is that, though most tires lose air volume GL1800 is the largest, heaviest bike ever to use Remember, the load is supported by the air in at about the same rate, a typical car tire has a such a rigid chassis. Its design required radial the tire, not by the tire itself. Remember the larger volume of air than a motorcycle tire and tires, and it required radials that could both old joke about a flat tire only being flat on the will therefore lose pressure more slowly. It’s handle the weight of the bike and also the bottom? As you ride, the part of the tire that’s critical to check a motorcycle’s tire pressures forces that the bike imparted to those tires. contacting the pavement flattens out, then at least once per week. By checking the pres- Tires in production at that time were found to returns to its original shape as it rolls off the sure, we’re talking about using a pressure be inadequate, even though they may have street. This constant flexing of the tread and gauge, not (as many riders do) by looking at exceeded the weight-bearing requirements. sidewall builds heat in the tire’s carcass—less the sidewall to see if it’s bulged. Would you Honda and the tire companies have engaged in air pressure means more flexing and greater believe that your front tire could be down to very expensive and time-consuming tire devel- heat buildup, possibly to the point of cata- only 10 pounds of pressure before showing a opment and testing to insure that tires strophic failure. An overloaded tire, even at the visual indication of under-inflation? By that approved for use on the GL1800 will not cre- maximum allowable pressure, will suffer the time, the rider should have noticed greatly ate handling problems. Even though trailer same as an under-inflated tire. degraded handling, though many seem numb towing is specifically not recommended by Another consequence of under-inflation is to the changes. What inflation pressure should Honda, it’s going to happen—we all know that. reduced tread life and irregular wear. We often be set in your tires? Go by the recommenda-

74 Wing World tion in your bike’s owner’s manual. It’s per- missible to increase the pressure beyond that amount to compensate for heavier loads, but do not exceed the maximum cold inflation pressure shown on your tires’ sidewalls. Before each day’s riding begins, it’s wise Dealer POWER SPORTS to give the tires a quick visual inspection, Wisconsin’s No. 1 looking for punctures, cuts, or other evidence 800-752-2556 of damage. Deep cracks within the tread are a sign that the tire has been run under-inflated www.vetesnik.com Fax 608-647-8072 or overloaded and may have suffered structur- 27475 U.S. Hwy 14, al damage. Cracking or checking of the side- Richland Center, WI 53581 wall is normally due to long-term exposure to BIG SAVINGS! Ask about our sunlight and the elements, or it could be Fly & Drive. caused prematurely by storing the bike in close proximity to electric motors–they pro- California Sidecar Dealer duce ozone when running. Should you discover a puncture, what action you should take depends on the cir- 2005 Gold Wing cumstances. If possible, replace the tire before riding the bike again. But if you’re stuck someplace away from convenient service, the tire may be plugged and ridden at moderate speeds long enough to get to a repair facility. Why not just continue using that tire? Large, heavy bikes like the Gold Wing put plenty of stress on even the best of tires. A plugged tire may last for the remainder of its tread life on a lighter, less powerful bike, but a Wing is likely to heat the tire enough to loosen the plug, causing it to fail. Finally, what indication is there that a tire has reached the end of its useful life? Looking around the circumference of the tire at a point where the tread meets the sidewall, you’ll find either small triangles or the letters “TWI” (tread wear indicator). From that point, look directly at the tread and find small, raised por- tions down in the sipes. When the tire has worn to the point that those raised portions are flush with the main tread surface, the tire will no longer have the necessary hydroplaning resistance, the handling will have changed for the worse, and the wear rate will accelerate. Replace those tires ASAP. The summer riding season is approaching GL1800 VENTED WINDSHIELDS quickly, and many of us will be pulling our NOW WITH THE HONDA OEM VENT! bikes out of the barn for the first time in sev- Windshields Available for GL1500, eral months. This is a great time to inspect GL1200 & GL1100, Valkyrie those tires thoroughly and air them back Interstate & Royal Star Venture. © Tulsa Enterprises 2003 up–they’ll likely be significantly down on PRODUCTS • Reduces Buffeting on Rider and Passenger. pressure. If you’re headed to a rally (like Wing • Improves Stability. Ding) somewhere far from home and are plan- • Available in Clear or Tinted. ning to leave on marginal tires in search of a smokin’ deal at the rally, don’t. It may turn out GL1500/1800 BELLY PAN that the only smokin’ deal is you, having suf- ■ Improves fered a blowout and resultant crash. Yes, the stability in cross GL1800 MIRROR AIR DEFLECTORS winds. various rally tire vendors would like to tar and ■ Ultimate in air control for the area below the mirrors, this is ■ Protects feather me for giving this advice, but the safe- possible because of the Aerodynamic shape of our Mirror engine from road Air Deflectors. ty of our Members is my primary concern. I’d grime & debris. like to see as many of you (my friends) as pos- See us at Americade • Honda Hoot • Wing Ding 28 sible on the road this summer, having 800.824. 6566 • 888.824.6566 fun–safely–with an upgraded knowledge of tires. ● www.tulsaenterprises.com

May 2006 75 Geocache… Huh??? By Phil-Bob & Rudee Rubeck GWRRA#64738 • Lebanon, Indiana

udee & I recently stumbled across a new (to us) game/sport/hobby that is really cool, so Rwe wanted to share it with all of our friends. geocaching is a fun, interesting and, occasionally, educational treasure hunt that fits well with our motorcycling lifestyle. Let me introduce you to the “hidden world” of geocaching. A cache (pronounced “cash”) is hidden by its owner, a fellow Geocacher, and its latitude and lon- gitude coordinates are entered into the Web site www.geocaching.com. The caches are various-sized containers and are hidden all over the world. You can enter a ZIP code in the proper place on the Web site and get a listing of all the nearby caches. Currently there are 202 caches within 20 miles of my home here in Central Indiana. By selecting (clicking on) a cache, you can view additional information about it, including the owner’s screen name, the cache size and, occasional- 2006 Gold Wings ly, clues to its location and contents. There are also responses from fellow cachers who have found (or didn’t find) the cache. To view the cache’s coordi- nates, you must register with the Web site (it’s free) and create a screen name and password. “So what good do the coordinates do me?” you ask. Well, to participate in the hunt you must own or have access to a Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) receiver. (Sounds like a group ride to me!) These are mapping units that use orbiting satellites to pinpoint your location on our planet to within 10 feet or so. In almost every GWRRA Chapter, someone owns a GPS. These units vary greatly in options and price. Several manufacturers make units that work well as a handlebar-mounted mapping system and can also be used very easily for geocaching. The unit that we selected operates on both 12-volt and AA batteries and can be handheld for portability. Once you enter Sloan’s is one of the nation’s oldest and largest Gold Wing dealers and a destination the coordinates for the cache into your unit, it will for riders from all the nation! Stop by and say “hello” while attending Honda lead you to the site. Hoot or Wing Ding; Show us your wristband and receive a free gift! Ooops, almost forgot to tell you that geocaches are usually well hidden, and it takes some searching 800-342-1681 and a little brainpower to actually find the container. sloansmotorcycle.com “I found it! Now what?” Rentals Available Each cache will almost always have a logbook for you to sign to show that you were out and about having fun. The bigger caches have “treasure” in OVER 20 them. The rule is, if you take something, you must leave something. We always carry a small bag filled BUSHTEC TRAILERS with our “leave behinds” so we are prepared to trade. NOW IN-STOCK! You never know what you may find, anything from plastic dinosaurs to key chains. We ship trailers nationwide! Once you have made your trade and logged in Reserve your color-matched trailer or your visit, you need to hide the cache in the same location as well as, or better than, you found it so the Champion Trike for delivery at Wing Ding 28. next geocacher can also enjoy the hunt. When you return to your computer, you can log onto the Web site again and log in your visit to the cache by select- ing it. This is a great way to thank the owner for placing the cache, and it also creates a tracking of the caches you have visited for your future refer- ence. Geocaching is a fun, educational, healthy Have your trailer expertly installed - visit our booth at Wing Ding! sport/hobby that works well with riding a Gold Wing. Got a GPS? Give it a try! ●

76 Wing World Wing World’s “Nashville Notebook” All Things New and Re-Newed By Sharon Stanley his year, FUN is the catchword for Wing Ding 28. To that end, GWRRA is introducing–and reintroducing–several more events and travel options than Tin years past. Wing “We’re getting back to fun,” says Ed Price, music, Hubbard’s voice has been described as “liquid GWRRA’s event manager. Ed explains that a Wing gold,” and his music often has audience members Ding: Ding committee was formed after last year’s large singing and dancing along to his music. family reunion to discover what Members liked in During J&M’s Dance Party and Wing Ding’s Another particular about that and other Wing Dings, and to Closing Dance Party, another band that has audience find out what else they’d like to see at future gather- members dancing along will perform. Familiar to Great ings. He says the resounding answer was “More fun delegates who attended 2004’s family reunion in things to do.” Grapevine, Texas, The Crawfish Band, which plays Reason “Over the years, we’ve become the leading edge everything from pop/rock to country to Motown to in educational and safety events, such as the many R&B, will have delegates dusting off their dancing safety seminars we schedule each Wing Ding,” Ed shoes. The Crawfish Band is a top-rated act that has To Go says. He adds that, indeed, even more riding skills shared stages with a long list of stars such as The enhancement seminars have been added to this year’s Temptations, The Beach Boys, and Three Dog Night, schedule. Ed also noted that Jim Graybeal, GWRRA to name a few. Drill Team Coordinator, is even putting together the In addition, Country Music Association award details of an “Amazing Team Challenge” that will pit winners Ronnie Milsap and Josh Turner will perform some of the country’s most skilled drill teams and at the Nashville fireworks display. Members can Top-Gun riders against each other in a timed ride choose to view their performances on a large screen through a very difficult parking lot course. provided specifically for delegates at the GWRRA- But, while Ed says he agrees that safety seminars designated section of Riverfront Park or walk across and skilled riding events are–and should remain–a the river’s pedestrian bridge to the public area for an backbone of Wing Ding, he says GWRRA is also up-close-and-personal experience. hoping to add more fun-filled, on-bike games, like Speaking of the fireworks display, Ed says the the two-up water balloon toss. Ed says some field- magnitude of this year’s Fourth of July’s display is event-type games have been resurrected from as far another first for Wing Dingers. Since Nashville is a back as Wing Dings 1, 2, and 3. So, get ready for larger host city than in previous years, delegates will some nostalgia to go along with those fun games! get the chance to witness what is said to be the third But Ed does not stop there: He says there is a mul- largest Independence Day fireworks display in the titude of other new things at Wing Ding this year, nation. Also, the Grand Parade will not only lead from top-of-the-line music entertainment to guided from the Gaylord Opryland’s Pavilion Parking Lot to motorcycle tours to a first-ever sponsored charity a section of Riverfront Park cordoned off for dele- and a brand new T-shirt offer. gates, the parade itself will be televised by the Great This year, in none other than Music City, USA, American Country (GAC) Television Network. music will abound. Groups are scheduled at the host Those across the nation, including fireworks atten- property, the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention dees viewing large screens and folks awaiting the Center, even more often than in Wing Dings past. beginning of the Grand Ole Opry’s Fourth of July This year’s theme, after all, is “Music & show, will be able to watch the Gold Wingers attempt Motorcycles,” and that means music even during to set a new Guinness Book of World Records stan- lunch. For instance, country music singers Keith dard for the largest number of single-marque motor- Norris, Brenda Best, and Jim Hubbard will all per- cycles in a parade. form during lunchtime hours in Hall B-5, located In addition, more optional tours are available this next to the food court. year. Hubbard will play often at Hall B-5 and is also “We’ve never scheduled this many optional tours scheduled for a Tuesday performance at the both before and after Wing Ding’s official dates [July Coliseum Parking Lot stage in downtown Nashville 3-6],” Ed adds. He says the idea for additional tours at the conclusion of the Grand Parade. Known for his came about mainly because hotel booking schedules combination of traditional and rockin’ country show many Wing Ding delegates are planning on

May 2006 77 arriving earlier than July 3 and staying longer FUN FACTS ABOUT NASHVILLE AND raises these, and other, critters. It’s also been than July 6. (See a list of “Fun Facts About WING DING OPTIONAL TOURS: rumored that, during Prohibition, the Smiley Nashville and Wing Ding Optional Tours” at • During the war with England, many Hollow property and its surrounding hills the end of this article.) American cities dropped the English term were the site of many moonshine stills. But Ed notes that more riding-oriented tours for city, “borough,” for the French term for having to keep an eye out for moonshine city, “ville.” In 1784, our Wing Ding host runners is certainly a thing of the past. are also available this year. Several Tennessee community's name was changed from (www.smileyhollow.com) Chapters will be offering guided tours of Nashborough to Nashville. • The Wildhorse Saloon, in downtown Nashville and the surrounding area, including (www.wetfeet.com) Nashville, is simultaneously a restaurant, one tour that will cover some of the area’s • On October 2, 1954, Elvis Presley bar, concert site, dance venue and TV studio. Civil War battlefields and memorials. appeared on the Grand Ole Opry at Ryman Over a normal year, the Wildhorse uses Auditorium, shocking the audience with his around 3,000 gallons of barbecue sauce and And, in the midst of all the new and re- unique style. (www.ryman.com) about 2 million pickle slices in its famous introduced Wing Ding fun and excitement, Ed • At this February’s 48th annual Grammy fried pickle recipe. It is also the largest per says an important “first” to keep in mind is Awards, several winners were Grand Ole capita restaurant in all of Tennessee and that a percentage of all ticket sales this year Opry members. Alison Krauss (& Union boasts the largest TV screen in all of Music will go to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Station), who went into the night having City! (www.freewebs.com) already won more Grammy Awards than any • Roy Claxton Acuff (1903-1992)—also Foundation, the charity best known for the other woman in history, went home with known as Roy Acuff, "King of Country “Ride For Kids®.” three more Grammys, bringing her career Music"—of Tennessee was not only a To get the party started, GWRRA is even total to 20 wins. Emmylou Harris collected Country Music Hall of Famer, but also a offering another “first”–event T-shirts sold the 12th Grammy of her career, and the Del businessman, actor, and political candidate. and delivered in advance! Now, you can order McCoury Band picked up their first Acuff co-founded Acuff-Rose Publication Grammy after nearly 50 years of playing Company, the first country music publishing your Wing Ding 28 T-shirt on-line by visiting bluegrass. (www.opry.com) house. He owned and operated the Dunbar www.wing-ding.org or by calling Member • If you plan on riding your bike to Cave Hotel near Nashville. He appeared in Services at (800) 843-9460 and having it sent GWRRA Country Evening and Dinner at seven Hollywood movies in the 1940s. And directly to you. Smiley Hollow, be on the lookout for sheep he was a Republican candidate for Governor With “FUN” as this year’s catchword, be that may wander onto the roadway. We’re of Tennessee in 1948. (www.politicalgrave told the ’holler is a live, working farm that yard.com) ● prepared for a Wing Ding to remember! ●

78 Wing World GWRRA Invites you to Wing Ding 28 Opryland Hotel • Nashville, Tennessee • July 3-6, 2006

To register, simply mail or fax this form, or call (800) 843-9460, or visit www.gwrra.org on the Internet

RIDER’S NAME: ______GWRRA MEMBER # ______Full registration includes access CO-RIDER’S NAME: ______GWRRA MEMBER # ______to trade show, seminars, talent show, field events, parades, open- CO-RIDER’S NAME: ______GWRRA MEMBER # ______ing and closing ceremonies. Plus, each full registrant receives a souvenir MAILING ADDRESS: ______event pin, event program, discount CITY/ST/ZIP: ______coupon book, one door prize ticket and one grand prize ticket for a chance COUNTRY: ______to win thousands of dollars in prizes! HOME PHONE: ______Please use ONE form for each WORK PHONE:______rider (the rider is the driver of the motorcycle). Co-riders (passengers) use the same form as the rider. EARLY: (Postmarked before May 15, 2006) LATE: (Postmarked May 15 - June 16, 2006)

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 = $ FAX or MAIL this form to: Number of Non-Members x $50 = $ Number of Non-Members x $55 = $ GWRRA P.O. Box 42450 Children 15 and under at the time of the event are admitted free. Cancellations in writing must be received by the Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 National Office on or before June 12, 2006, 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. (800) 843.9460 Fax: (623) 581.3844 Please note, only registered delegates may participate in Wing Ding functions, activities and events! Additional lodging and camping information will be sent with your registration confirmation 2-3 weeks after your application is Register on-line at processed. Armbands, tickets, t-shirts or any other items purchased will be available for pick-up beginning the day prior to www.wing-ding.org Wing Ding in the registration area. RIDER EDUCATION COURSES CLASS # OF PEOPLE TOTAL 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 CPR/First Aid-New ______x $50* = ______cost is per person, not per bike! ______Name Name CPR/First Aid This course is designed to teach and certify you in the basic principles of CPR/First Aid-Renewal ______x $50* = ______(New) CPR and First Aid. Come and learn these absolutely essential lifesaving ______techniques. 8 hours. Name Name CPR/First Aid This course is designed to refresh and re-certify you in the basic principles ERC (one-up) ______x $50* = ______(Renew) of CPR and First Aid. 4 hours. ______ERC (One-up) Learn advanced techniques in turning, maximum braking, swerv- Name Name ing and other possible lifesaving techniques plus mental skills and situation ERC (two-up) ______x $50* = ______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 ______Name Name added element of a co-rider. 5.5 hours (range only). Sidecar ______x $50* = ______Sidecar This course offers advanced techniques of riding with a sidecar as well as situation strategies and accident avoidance tactics. (One-up ONLY) 6 hours ______(3 classroom/3 riding). Name Name Trailering ______x $50* = ______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). Name Name Trike This course teaches advanced riding skills for the trike rider such as maxi- Trike ______x $50* = ______mum braking, swerving and turning. 6 hours (3 classroom/3 riding) ______Name Name [Permission granted to photocopy this page from Wing World.] *$30 refund after course completion. Continued on other side… Wing Ding 28, July 3-6, 2006 • Nashville, Tennessee

WIN A 2007 HONDA GOLD WING WING DING 28 OPTIONAL TOURS Must be present to win TOURS 1-4—REGISTER SEPERATELY FROM WING DING Offered through Gaylord Opryland Transportation. Call (800) 670-7737 or fill out a form 5 Tickets = $15 available at www.wing-ding.org. Use group code C-WNGRD and fax as directed. 10 Tickets = $20 TOUR #1—Music Country, Each Tour Starts at 9:30 a.m. (3 hours) 20 Tickets = $30 Cost: $28/person 40 Tickets = $50 Dates: 7/1 (Sat), 7/2 (Sun), 7/4 (Tue), 7/5 (Wed), 7/7 (Fri), 7/8 (Sat) • See the homes of the hottest country stars, including Alan Jackson, Dolly Parton, Kix Brooks, Total Ronnie Dunn, Trace Adkins, Lorrianne Crook and Little Jimmy Dickens.

TOUR #2—Country Music Hall of Fame & Ryman Auditorium, Each Tour Starts at 10:30 a.m. (3 hours) GRAND 50/20-15-10-5 (4 WINNERS!) Cost: $32/person 1 Yard (18 tickets) = $10 Dates: 7/1 (Sat), 7/2 (Sun), 7/4 (Tue), 7/5 (Wed), 7/7 (Fri), 7/8 (Sat) • Tour the fabulous new Country Music Hall of Fame. Learn, see and hear about all your favorite stars. 3 Yards (54 tickets) = $20 Learn something new about their lives. See Elvis’s gold Cadillac. Listen to the music. 7 Yards (126 tickets) = $40 • Take a self-guided tour of the historic Ryman Auditorium, former home of the Grand Ole Opry (admission included in price). Total Drawings held at Closing Ceremonies. TOUR #3—Steppin Out at the Wildhorse Saloon, Each Tour Starts at 11:00 a.m. Must be present to win!* GWRRA not responsible for filling out tickets Cost: $36.50/person (Lunch included) or placing them into hopper. Altered, illegible or counterfeit Dates: 7/1 (Sat), 7/2 (Sun), 7/4 (Tue), 7/5 (Wed), 7/7 (Fri), 7/8 (Sat) tickets will be voided. *Tennessee requirement. • Shuttle departs the Gaylord Opryland Resort on the hour and from the Wildhorse at half past the hour. This is done on a continual basis during the posted times. The driver will provide narrative regarding points of interest including the Hall of Fame and the Ryman Auditorium. SOUVENIR WING DING T-SHIRT • Includes Lunch. (Place quantity next to size) TOUR #4—Grand Ole Nashville, (3 Hours) Small x $15 Cost: $28/person Medium x $15 Dates/Times: 2:00 p.m.: 7/1 (Sat), 7/3 (Mon), 7/5 (Wed) Large x $15 10:00 a.m.: 7/2 (Sun), 7/4 (Tue), 7/7 (Fri), 7/8 (Sat) XL x $15 • See the homes of legendary stars, including Ronnie Milsap, Martina McBride, and Earl Scruggs. • Take a self-guided tour of the historic Ryman Auditorium, former home of the Grande Ole Opry 2XL x $17 (admission included in price). 3XL x $20 • See points of interest including Fort Nashboro, Historic Second Ave, the Capitol, Music Row, Golf Shirt x $30 size(s) the Parthenon, and Governors Mansion.

Total TOURS 5 & 6—OFFERED THROUGH GWRRA Call (800) 843-9460 or fill out Wing Ding registration form on-line at www.wing-ding.org. TOUR #5—The Grand Ole Opry BIKE SHOW COMPETITION Cost: $32.85/person General Seating (refundable up to 30 days before the event) Thirty-six classifications! Includes a special $46.50/person Gold Circle Seating (1st 10 rows) (non-refundable) souvenir pin. Dates/Times: 6:30 p.m.: 7/1 (Sat) Note: Gold Circle Seating not available this date. 7:00 p.m.: 7/4 (Tues) •The Grand Ole Opry is within a short walking distance from the hotel. A free shuttle Number of bikes x $7 = service is provided by the Gaylord Opryland Hotel. • There are only a limited number of tickets available.

POKER RUNS TOUR #6—A GWRRA Country Evening and Dinner at Smiley Hollow (8 WINNERS!) Cost: $40/person Must be present to win! Includes a special $10/person round trip bus transportation from Opryland Hotel Dates/Times: 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.: 7/3 (Mon) souvenir pin. First place ($500), second ($250), • Full BBQ dinner (chicken/pork) and all the trimmings! third ($100), fourth ($50), fifth-eighth ($25 each). • Live band, line dancing, 18-hole miniature golf course, old-fashioned hayrides, etc. Winners announced at Closing Ceremonies. Five • Cash bar provided by Smiley Hollow. GWRRA recommends roundtrip bus transportation card draw. if you are planning on having any alcohol.

Number of hands x $5 = TOUR # OF PEOPLE TOTAL TOUR # OF PEOPLE TOTAL Tour #5 (7/1)(General)______x $32.85 = ______Tour #6______x $40 = ______Tour #5 (7/4)(General)______x $32.85 = ______Tour #6 (Bus)____x $10 =______Keep informed of new information Tour #5 (7/4)(Gold)______x 46.50 = ______as it becomes available. Website GRAND TOTAL: $ www.wing-ding.org ENCLOSED Check Money Order FAX or MAIL this form to: 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. GWRRA • P.O. Box 42450 Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 CHARGE MY: M/C VISA AmEx Discover (800) 843-9460 • Fax: (623) 581-3844 Number: Register online at www.wing-ding.org Exp. Signature: HOUSING INFORMATION The Nashville Convention & Visitors Bureau has secured clean, comfortable lodging at affordable rates. Please make your housing arrangements using this list of available hotels. Rates are guaranteed through June 10, 2006, only and do not include applica- ble taxes. Please do not call the hotels directly. For all Reservations, please call (888) 777-6779. Hotels Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center Courtyard Marriott Airport Marriott (New) (HOST) 125 Music City Circle 600 Marriott Drive 2800 Opryland Drive 1.2 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort 7 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • Rooms Start at $89/Night • Rooms Start at $89/Night • Rooms Start at $89/Night • Plus a $10/Day Resort Fee • Breakfast Starts at $6.95 • On-site Restaurant (Includes In-room High-Speed Internet Access, • In-room High-Speed Internet Access, Hair • Free In-room High-Speed Internet Access, Access to Cyber Cafe, Free Local and Toll-Free Calls Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board up to 20 minutes, Daily Newspaper, Bottled Water—2 • Fitness Center • Indoor/Outdoor Pool per room, Scheduled Complex Shuttle • Indoor Pool & Whirlpool • Fitness Center Transportation) • Complimentary Gaylord Opryland Shuttle • Guest Laundry Facilities • Several On-site Shops & Restaurants • Free Parking • Indoor & Outdoor Pools Fiddler’s Inn • Spa & Fitness Center 2410 Music Valley Drive Doubletree (New) • Concierge & Tour Desk 0.8 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort 2424 Atrium Way • Free General Parking for Wing Ding Delegates • Rooms Start at $85/Night 5 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • Hertz Rental Car Desk • Free Continental Breakfast • Rooms Start at $89/Night • Outdoor Pool • On-site Restaurant Radisson Hotel Opryland • Exterior Entrance • Free In-Room High-Speed Internet Access, 2401 Music Valley Drive Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board .76 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort Comfort Inn • Indoor/Outdoor Pool • Rooms Start at $79/Night 2516 Music Valley Drive • Fitness Center • In-house Applebee’s Restaurant 1.3 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • Free High-Speed Internet Access • Rooms Start at $75/Night Clubhouse Inn (New) • Indoor Pool • Kids Stay Free (under 18) 2435 Atrium Way • Fitness Center • Free Deluxe Continental Breakfast 5 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • In-room High-Speed Wireless Internet, Coffee • Rooms Start at $75/Night AmeriSuites Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board • Free Hot Breakfast 2200 Rudy's Circle • Outdoor Pool • Free High-Speed Internet Access 1.1 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • Fitness Center • Indoor/Outdoor Pool • Rooms Start at $99/Night • Pet Friendly ($5 additional fee/night per pet) • Pet Friendly • Free Bountiful Breakfast Buffet • Free USA Today or Wall Street Journal • Free Parking • In-room High-Speed Internet Access, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board GuestHouse Inn Hotel Preston (New) • Outdoor Pool 2420 Music Valley Drive 733 Briley Parkway • Fitness Center & Weight Machines 0.8 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort 7 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • Guest Laundry Facilities • Rooms Start at $85/Night • Rooms Start at $89/Night • Pets up to 20 pounds ($10 fee) • Deluxe Continental Breakfast • On-Site Restaurant • Complimentary Airport and Gaylord Opryland • In-room High-Speed Internet Access, • Free High-Speed Internet Access Resort Shuttle Microwave, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer • Outdoor Pool • Indoor Pool • Fitness Center Best Western Suites Near Opryland • Free Parking • Complementary Shuttle Service to Airport, 201 Music City Circle Opry Mills, and Opryland 1.3 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort Holiday Inn Select (New) • Free Parking • Rooms Start at $85/Night 220 Elm Hill Pike • Free Continental Breakfast 5 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort Sheraton (New) • In-room High-Speed Internet Access, Coffee/Tea • Rooms Start at $89/Night 777 McGavock Pike Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board • On-site Restaurant 7 miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • Outdoor Pool/Steam Room • Free In-room High-Speed Internet Access, • Rooms Start at $99/Night • Fitness Center Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board • On-Site Restaurant • Guest Laundry Facilities • Indoor Pool • In-room High-Speed Internet Access, Coffee • Free Parking • Fitness Room Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron and Ironing Board • Guest Laundry Facilities • Tennis Courts/Jogging Course Fairfield Inn Opryland • Pet Friendly (Pet Deposit Required) • Jacuzzi/Sauna/Adagio Spa 211 Music City Circle • Complementary Shuttle Service to Opry Mills • Indoor/Outdoor Pool 1.3 Miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • Free Parking • Rooms Start at $79/Night • Free Continental Breakfast The following hotel(s) must be called DIRECTLY in order to reserve the room at the • In-room Internet Access, Hair Dryer, Iron and quoted rate. You must mention Wing Ding in order to receive the discounted rate. Ironing Board • Indoor Pool Crestwood Suites Hotel (New) Access, Coffee/Tea Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron and • Fitness Center 665 Myatt Drive Ironing Board, Apartment-sized Kitchen with (615) 860-8500 (be sure to mention Wing Ding) Microwave and Refrigerator, Pots, Pans, and This is an extended-stay property Utensils 6 miles from Gaylord Opryland Resort • King-sized Rooms Offer Separate Living Area Camping • Rooms Start at $68.54/Night (includes tax) • Guest Laundry Facilities Please consult additional camping sheet for 3-night Minimum Stay • Free Parking options and contact campgrounds directly. • Free Coffee Bar in Lobby • Pet Friendly (limited rooms) • In-room High Speed Wireless Internet ● MOTORCYCLEGOODIES For information on advertising in this section call (623) 581-5900 Ext. 214 or 226 • www.motorcyclegoodies.com

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84 Wing World 1985 GL1200 Interstate. Light blue. 95k mi. Hartco seat, driving lights, air horns, Progressive Suspension, driver’s FREE CLASSIFIEDS backrest, new stereo, professional maintenance. $3,300. Visit www.gwrra.org/message boards/classifieds for up-to-date, Member-maintained classi- Jim. (860) 665-9557 or [email protected]. CT fied listings. 1986 GL1200 Aspencade. 67k mi. Progressive springs, These classified listings are a benefit for GWRRA Members and are for GWRRA Members’ two helmets with headsets, CB, backrest, highway boards, personal property only. Listings limited to approximately 30 words each. We reserve the right to edit entries. Include year, model, mileage, price, name, phone number, e-mail, state or province. luggage rack, new tires, shop manual, stator replaced. Type or print written entries and send to “Classified Ads,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Very clean. $3800. Dennis. (530) 876-1697 or Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027, or by e-mail to [email protected]. Deadline is fourth Friday of the [email protected]. CA month approximately two months before issue’s cover date. Ads run one month on a first-come, first-served, space-available basis. Late-arriving ads are held for a succeeding issue. 1986 1200 Aspencade. Beige. 50,351k mi. Extra GWRRA assumes no responsibility for quality of items listed, nor for the out- chrome, lights, highway boards, luggage rack, passenger come of transactions initiated through these listings. arm rest and drink holders, wind wings, trailer hitch. Two Bell helmets with headsets. Selling due to bad knees. COMMERCIAL CLASSIFIEDS www.abbeyinn.com/www.firesidecottages.net. $3,900. George. (573) 332-8000. MO 800-545-5853, 828-926-1730. 1988 GL1500 Gold Wing. Blue with pinstriping. 31,790 RELAX IN THE MOUNTAINS, In Maggie Valley, mi. Wings, back rest, reverse, volt meter, CB, driving NC at the Holiday Motel. Motorcycle friendly access with MEMBER “FOR SALE” lights, trailer hitch, motor guards, drink holder. New bat- covered porches. Great rates, restaurant, views, pool, tery. Excellent condition. Never down. Garage kept. creek with picnic/grill area. Call toll free 877-686- M OTORCYCLES $7,000. Lynn (724)538-4003 or Lynncon01@zoom- 4386 or visit www.holidaymotel.net. internet.net. PA Selling collection: One motorcycle for each year–1975, www.paulexports.com, Florida, is looking for 1977, 1978 GL1000 Gold Wings. All in good running con- 1989 GL1500 Aspencade. Wineberry w/ white and silver used Gold Wing parts (no trike takeoff parts, pls) and dition with fairings and bags. All for $4,000 or choice for pinstriping. 78k mi. CB. Markland windshield. Tires only Gold Wing GL1500 and GL1800 in any condition (sal- $1,500 apiece. (715) 536-5423 or roseeckardt@hot- 3k mi. Always garaged. $6,900. Dave. (419) 659-2670 vage, high mileage, abused also) for export. mail.com. WI or [email protected]. OH Nationwide pickup avaible. 727-259-3021. email: 1978 Hondamatic 400. Only year made. Restored. 1993 GL1500 Gold Wing Aspencade. Candy red. 34k mi. [email protected] 12,018k mi., 2 speed. Excellent condition. Garaged. New Dunlop 491 Touring Elites II tires with 3,500k mi. At least $2,000 in extras. $7,500. Joie. (208) 324-1340. ID RIDE, RELAX, AND MAKE NEW FRIENDS! tires, paint, and seat. $2,500. Robert. Cell (719) 821- Affordable lodging in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, 5074, home (719) 561-4185 or 1993 GL1500 SE. Two-tone blue. 72k mi. Always off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Between Asheville and [email protected]. CO garaged. Professionally maintained. Loaded with over Gatlinburg. Minutes from Deal’s Gap, Cherokee and 1981 GL1100 Interstate. Burgundy. 108,700k mi. Full $4,000 of chrome and lights. Call or e-mail for pictures the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.. www.vis- Dress with CB, Tulsa windshield, and AM/FM stereo. and list of accessories. $8,750. Dave. (785) 842-8503 itmaggie.com For Brochure, call 877-786-9886. Garaged and maintained. Plus, 1993 Kwik Kamp deluxe or [email protected]. KS 1993 GL1500 Aspencade. Black. 52k mi. All the extras, WOWMotorcycles.com. BUY—SELL—TRADE camper/trailer. Take both for $3,000. Jim (253) 380 including 95 amp. alternator and gel battery, progressive any Wing. Highest prices paid for clean bikes!!! 9955 or [email protected]. WA fork springs and rear shock. Plus, 2002 Bushtec Quantum Americas largest independent dealer of used bikes 1982 GL1100. Red. 24k mi. Clarion stereo, CB, heel-to- trailer with all the extras. $11,500 for both. Or $8,000 (500+ in stock). Always huge inventory of highest qual- toe shifter. Fully loaded. Super condition. $2,995. (321) 453-6591 or [email protected]. FL for motorcycle; $4,000 for trailer. Max. (864) 898- ity Wings, Valkyries and others. Coast to coast pick up 0503. SC and delivery. Call us now or whenever. Check us out at 1982 GL500I Silver Wing. 45k mi. Fairing, bags, trunk. www.Wowmotorcycles.com or call 1-800-572-3720. Custom dresser's lightbar. Original female owner. Always 1994 GL1500 SE. Two-tone teal green. 78k mi. Excellent garaged. Excellent condition. $3,000. Jon. (361) 552- condition. Lots of chrome. CB radio. Luggage rack. Trailer NEED PARTS FOR YOUR OLDER GOLD WING? hitch. Added SuperBrace fork brace. $9,000 obo. Selling 2418. TX We are your #1 source! We have over 1000 used parts due to back problem. Steve. (616) 784-2304. MI in stock and ready to ship and more than 20 1984 GL1200 Aspencade. Two-tone brown. 69k mi. Tires 1995 GL1500. Green. 43,500k mi. CB radio, luggage okay. $4,000. Cecil. (616) 754-2636 or (616) 225- GL’s waiting to be stripped down! We specialize in Wing rack, highway boards, lower driving lights. Driver backrest, 9624. Call after 5 p.m. MI parts from 1975 to 1987. See us online at www. laser front/rear detector, saddlebag side lights, luggage oldwingpartsking.com or call 305-305-1839. 1984 GL1200 Interstate. Seat, rider’s backrest, and all liner bags, cover, new tires. Garaged/covered, looks/runs GREAT RIDES IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS. luggage chrome components. Carburetors and other mis- like new. Matching green helmets w/intercom. Dealer Fireside Cottages & Abbey Inn Motel of Maggie Valley, cellaneous parts. Roger. (864) 877-5429 or serviced. $8,900. Richard. (507) 289-3799. MN [email protected]. SC North Carolina offer mapped, scenic rides on the Blue 1996 GL1500. White w/ gold and chrome accents. 35k Ridge Parkway, to Deal’s Gap, Gatlinburg, Hot Springs, 1984 GL1200 Gold Wing Interstate. 36k mi. Garage kept. mi. Floor boards, trailer hitch, custom Cobin seat, striping, Asheville and Cherokee. Just off the Parkway at New stator. $3,850 obo. Ed (215) 860-7876 or and extra lights on trunk and saddle bags. Always 4,500’, our views are awesome with 3day/2 night [email protected]. PA garaged. Never down. $8,500. Terry (719) 649-9111 or packages available starting at just $200 for 2, 1985 GL1200 Gold Wing Limited Edition. 24k mi. Too [email protected]. CO includes lodging, meals, picnics and attractions. Great many extras and chrome to list. Serviced and ready to ride. 1996 GL1500 Gold Wing. Pearl White. 29k mi. Many rides to waterfalls, through forests and national parks New tires. Very clean. $6,500. Joe Ed. (928) 425-7358 extras, including 3-year-old Daytona II deluxe sidecar. Accommodations for groups up to 60. or [email protected]. AZ $16,000 for both. Will be sold separately if sidecar sells

May 2006 85 $16,000 for both. Will be sold separately if sidecar sells by-6 dressing area, table, spare, swivel hitch, extra lights. boards and more. $14,500, Jana or Loy (806) 637- first. $11,000 for Wing; $5,000 for sidecar. Pictures avail- $4,800 CDN. Offers accepted. Dave. (780) 470-4296 or 7000. TX able by e-mail. (262) 534-5253 or Motorannette [email protected]. Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. 2005 GL1800 w/ Motor Trike Conversion and Escapade @wi.rr.com. WI 2003 Aspen Classic Camper. Electric brakes. Chrome Trailer. Black Cherry. Extended warranty. Loaded. Garaged. 1997 Gold Wing SE with 2003 Motor Trike conversion kit. wheels. 12-inch swivel hitch. Blue canvas king-sized bed. Excellent condition. Selling due to health. $38,000 with Candy red. 46k mi. Tall windshield, lightbar, wind deflec- 6-foot-by-6-foot room. 29 cubic feet of storage. Needs trailer. Harry. (540) 949-6542. VA tors and other extras. Plus, 2003 SE Escapade matching minor storm repair. Excellent condition. Cost $3,508. Sell trailer with extras. All excellent condition. Jim. Home $3,000 obo. Ron. (330) 666-4061 or RSAbate@netze- PARTS & ACCESSORIES (507) 283-2683, office (507) 283-2811 or ouver- ro.com. OH Parts from a 1993 GL1500 trike conversion. White. $200 [email protected]. MN 2004 Aspen Ambassador camper. Hard top, awning. for all. Walter. (870) 438-6772. AR 1998 GL1500 SE Gold Wing. White. 75k mi. Well-main- Loaded w/accessories. Stored inside. Never used. Selling Parts from a 2002 GL1800 trike conversion. Black. Usual tained. Mint Condition. Loaded, including Safe Stop because plans changed. Partial delivery available. $4,000 stuff, plus chrome side stand, Kuryakyn hitch and custom System. Never wrecked. $12,500. (540) 886-7506. VA obo. Richard. (207) 453-2093 or [email protected]. hitch rack. $800 takes all. Doc. (361) 564-9719. TX ME 1999 GL1500 SE 50th Anniversary. Two-tone red. Parts from a 2002 GL1800 trike conversion. Yellow. Rear 15,250k mi. Additional chrome, Kuryakyn grips, armrests, U-Haul type trailer. Inside dimensions - 60" x 105." Sides wheel only 1,200k mi. Swing arm, saddle bags, no lights. backrest. Tulsa shield, side fairings, Ring of Fire lights. New – 42," 16-guage steel. Floor height – 14." Ride-on Crash bars, stock steering head. All for $700 plus shipping alternator, battery. Beautiful bike. $11,700. Fred. (972) hinged tailgate. Leaf spring suspension. Automotive-type cost. Richard. (316) 943-5611. KS 424-1258 or [email protected]. TX hubs. New 205/75-15 tires. 2" ball coupling. Rack and Parts from a 2005 GL1800 trike conversion. Metallic sil- 1999 GL1500 SE. White. 46k mi. New Elite 3 tires, alter- pinion jack. $1,500. Tom. (423) 538-8827 or tjar- ver. Only one mile. Pick up parts. Cash only. For info, e- nator, and brake pads at 41k miles. $9,999.99. Cliff. Cell [email protected] for picture. TN mail [email protected]. MI (252) 217-7999, home (252) 792-1755 or cliffadabrit- One place tilt-bed trailer. Homemade but very nice. $400. Parts from a 2006 GL1800 trike conversion. $850. Buyer [email protected]. NC Elwin. (989) 428-4253. MI pays shipping. Steve. (317) 331-5220 or 1999 Valkyrie Tourer. Black. 19k mi. Mint condition and [email protected]. IN loaded with extras–CB, Sirius, suspension, seating, etc. E- TRIKES 2004 steering head for a GL1800. Low Mileage on part. mail for accessories list, maintenance log and pictures. 1996 GL1500 Aspencade Motor Trike with matching $150 obo. Plus shipping. Bob. (603) 448-3707 or $9,350. Tom. (260) 833-8300, leave message or Napper II camping trailer. Green. 52,150k mi. Camper has [email protected]. NH [email protected]. IN queen-sized, 6-inch air mattress. Air pump included. Easy Three full-face Shoei helmets. New condition. Large: multi- 2000 Honda Magna 750cc. 15k mi. New Mustang seat, set-up. 90 amp Compufire alternator installed last year. In color blue, $100; large: white, J&M intercom, $200; back rest, and rack. Lowering kit. Excellent condition. very good condition. $16,000. Can deliver within 1,000 medium: multi-color red, J&M intercom, $200. Pictures on $5,000. Ted. Day (941) 255-9320, evening (941) 426- miles. Robert. (573) 372-5648 or request. Sarge. (805) 489-8087 or deep8087@sbc- 4334. FL [email protected]. MO global.net. CA Two full-face, flip-up Vega helmets with J&M headsets. 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 Classic. Fuel-injected. 1998 GL1500 Motor Trike. 36,036k mi. Excellent condi- Pearl white. XXL and M. Never Used. $700. Elwin. (989) Beautiful chrome-illusion "Diamond Dust" flame paint job. tion. Garaged. Wood grain dash, running boards, air wings, 428-4253. MI 8,500k mi. Vance & Hines long-shots, Mustang seat trailer hitch and lots of extras. Selling due to health. w/backrest for rider and driver; hyper-charger, power com- $19,000 obo. Charlie. (850) 477-7123 or (850) 375- Two full sets of Gerbings heated clothing. L and M. Used mander, Cobra lightbar, windshield, Saddleman saddle- 4720. FL. once. $600. Elwin. (989) 428-4253. MI bags, much more. Over $15,000 invested! Must see! 1998 1500SE CSC Trike. Color-matched Deluxe Kompact Corbin leather touring saddle. Two-up with backrest and $9,295. Paul. (270) 753-0988. KY trailer. 12,931k mi. Perfect condition. CSC/EZ steer. sissy bar pad. All with decorative silver studs. Fits HD ’96- ’03 Dynas only. Used one year. Like new. $475. Jim. 2003 VTX1800C. Candy orange. Low miles (1,100k). Deluxe trike cover. Two helmets with headsets. Triked in (910) 799-0227 or [email protected]. NC Reinhardt pipes, power booster, saddle bags, backrest with 2004. Selling due to age/health. $18,000 firm. John. luggage rack, windshield. Garaged and spotless. $12,500. (814) 833-7907 or [email protected]. PA 2001 GL1800. Illusion red (center) trunk/saddlebag trim (7 pieces ) $223.-mufflers/Kuryakyn 3-hole extensions- Kris (770) 365-6555 or [email protected]. GA 1998 GL1500 SE with 1999 Motor Trike conversion. $400. Front lower cowling $45. All in A-1 condition, ship- 2005 GL1800. Black cherry. 4,133k mi. $1,200 in Black. 66k mi., A-1 condition. Extra chrome and lights, ping extra. Frank. (417) 741-9523 or horvat@get- extras. Always shedded. $16,500. Don (217) 735-1671. Diamond seats. $21,000. Walton. (270) 247-8092. goin.net. MO IL [email protected]. KY Riding leathers. Chaps–1 L, 1 XL, $45 each. Jackets–1 1999 GL1500 SE/DFT conversion. Wineberry/plum. 43k M, 1 men's 48, $65 each. Jacket w/ lining–1 XL, $70. TRAILERS AND SIDECARS mi. Fully loaded. Lots of extras. $24,875. Vern. (847) All like new, in excellent condition. Bob. (602) 863-1393 1989 Kamparoo tent camper with Add-A-Room and 382-7913. [email protected]. IL or [email protected]. AZ awning. Some camping gear included. Brand new condi- 2000 GL1500 Gold Wing w/ 2003 Motor Trike tion. Used less than 10 times. Selling because don't have Conversion. Two-tone red. 37k mi. Well maintained. MISCELLANEOUS time to use. $2,000 obo. Lynn. (724) 538-4003 or Loaded with options. $19,500 obo. Dan. (985) 839- Less Is More Non Chrome Society (LIMNCS). Wing riders [email protected]. PA 2764. LA who don't care for all the added chrome unite. Pins and 1997 Bunkhouse camper. Burgundy tent/white trailer. 2004 Honda Shadow Motor Trike 750cc. Silver/black. membership $8.95 each, or 2 or more $ 7.50 each. Excellent condition (hasn't been used for 5 years). Stored 3,610k mi. Like new condition. Trunk carpet, fender bras, Prepaid by checks or Paypal. [email protected]. in heated garage. King-sized bed, storage underneath, 4- luggage rack, backrest, windshield, billet wheels, floor- Beautiful, private, fully furnished apartment with all ameni-

86 Wing World ties and secure garage parking. Less than 10 minutes from (740) 683-4365 or [email protected]. OH Starter needed for 1985 XC180 Yamaha scooter. Peter. Hannigans in Murray, KY. $60 per day. Paul. (270) 753- 2003 Ford Ranger truck. White with gray graphics. Gray (610) 544-8999. PA 0988. interior. 48+k mi.AC, AM/FM, auto, PB/ABS, PS, 3.0 V- Heated motorcycle clothing–liners, vests, chaps, gloves, 1997 Hurricane Motor Home. Class A. 5k mi. Like new, A- 6. Selling due to a death. Call for payoff amount. Valerie. etc. L and XL. (256) 825-4682 or rbm1042@ 1 condition. Double slide out, power hydraulic levelers. charter.net. $34,500. Will take trade for part of payment. (740) 683- (727) 848-5855. Leave message. FL 4365 or [email protected]. OH Working CB and backrest for 1996 1500 Aspencade. MEMBER WANTED 1949 John Deere A farm tractor. A-1 condition. $4,000. Marvin. [email protected]. ●

MAY 18-21, 2006. DELAWARE DISTRICT RALLY “The First Riding Rally” from “The First State” in the NE Region at the DE State EVENTS Fairgrounds in Harrington, DE. Contact Jim & Lilli Davison, 23652 Burton Street, Seaford, DE 19973, (302) 628-0632, e-mail: We list only GWRRA-sponsored functions by category, name, date, location and contact person and [email protected], or Diane George, information. For full details, including rally costs, we recommend you also visit on-line listings according to 20959 Wesley Church Road, Seaford, DE GWRRA Region, District and Chapter. Event listings may run up to six months in advance of an event, and 19973, (302) 629-2225, e-mail: diane@ will run through the month of the issue’s cover date. “Photo Tours” and “Other Tours” will appear in the dmv.com. Web site: www.homestead.com/ January, April and September issues. The deadline for Events is approximately the fourth Friday of the gwrrade/index.html. month, two months before the issue’s cover date. To submit event information, e-mail [email protected] or mail to “Event & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 MAY 18-20, 2006. ARKANSAS DISTRICT N. 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027. RALLY “Animal House” adventure at the Velda * Indicates new listing in this issue. Rose Resort Hotel & Spa in Hot Springs, AR. Hotel Reservations: (888) 624-3311. Contact RALLY, “Motorcycle Memories” at the Holiday NATIONAL AND Dale Wingrove. (870) 845-0025. E-mail: dswin- INTERNATIONAL EVENTS Inn Conference Center, Des Moines, IA. Contact Ron & Karen Knudtson (641) 423- [email protected]. Website: http://www. arkansasgwrra.homestead.com. JULY 3-6, 2006. WING DING 28 at the 0881. [email protected]. Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 2, 2006. *MAY 19-21, 2006. IOWA DISTRICT’s in Nashville, Tennessee. GWRRA marks its “Safety Roundup” in Marshalltown, IA. first visit to Music City USA for their international SOUTHEAST REGION (A) RALLY “Let The Good Times Roll Southern Style” in Perry, FL. ERC, TRC, TC Riding Courses, First Aid/CPR, convention. For details and the preregister, con- and GWRRA seminars. On-going safety the- tact GWRRA’s Web sites www.wing-ding.org or Camp at rally site. Hotels close. Contact ater, bike safety inspection, skill events, and a www.gwrra.org or call Customer Service at Larry/Patti Lingo (813) 986-3567. “Parade of Safety Lights.” Saturday evening (800) 843-9460. GWRRA, 21423 N. 11th [email protected]. Vendor contact Jim/Sue keynote speaker is nationally known Dick Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027. Keep checking the Jackson (334) 448-7478. Jack297@ ‘Slider’ Gilmore. Registration fee is based on Web site for NEVER BEFORE SEEN EVENTS at bellsouth.net. Rally flyer at: gwrra-regiona.org. your level of participation in the GWRRA REP. the best Wing Ding ever! Don’t miss this one... DISTRICT EVENTS For details and copy of the “Safety Roundup” REGIONAL EVENTS flyer, e-mail: [email protected]. MAY 4-6, 2006. SOUTH CAROLINA DIS- MAY 11-13 2006. APPALACHIAN TRICT RALLY, “A Gold Wing Safari” at *JUNE 3, 2006. NORTHERN ILLINOIS REGION (N) will host a “Taste of Hillbilly Spartanburg, SC. Contact Joe & Terry DISTRICT Ride-In at Tyler Creek Forest Heaven” at the Eaglenest Theatre in Maggie Windsor, 118 Clearview Drive, Greer, SC Preserve, ELGIN, IL. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact Valley, NC. Contact Mike & Angie Mitchell gw 29651. (864) 968-8833. Vendors: contact Jerry Earl & Pat Hobbs. (847) 934-6653. On- line tgger@aol or (804) 266-7280. & Cheryl Dupuy (843) 991-4709. www.gwr- registration at gwrra-ildistrict.org. rasc.com. MAY 25-27, 2006. SOUTHWEST REGION JUNE 8-10, 2006. OREGON DISTRICT (F) & NEVADA DISTRICT RALLY, “Not Your MAY 4-6, 2006. MISSOURI DISTRICT RALLY “Wings Along the Umpqua” at the Typical Rally,” in Elko, NV. Join us in the beau- RALLY-LUAU at Branson, MO.Register at Douglas County Fairgrounds in Roseberg, tiful Ruby Mountains in northern Nevada. www.mogwrra.org or contact Dave and Jari OR. Contact Woody & Rae McFarland, (541) Contact Bill Agnew ([email protected]) or Dawson, (573) 732-5719 or [email protected]. 259-4429 or (503) 881-1034, cell, e-mail: Steve Starr ([email protected]) or go to [email protected] or Sam & Marjoe www.gwrra-regionf.org for more information. MAY 11-13, 2006. TEXAS DISTRICT White, (541) 261-9250, e-mail: marjoew@ RALLY at the Inn of the Hills, Kerrville, TX. charter.net. Web site: www.gwrraoregon *AUGUST 4-7, 2006. CENTRAL CANADA “Fifth Annual Wingfest.”‘Hill Country Reunion’ district.org. REGION (K) Rendezvous near the nation’s cap- “Denim & Diamonds.” Contact Breeze & Carolyn ital at Limoge, ON. Contact Raymond Borris Hoadley (940) 243-5237, [email protected]. *JUNE 10 - 11, 2006. UTAH DISTRICT Helen Dubois District Director hdubois@ Registration Pamela Meyer (281) 578-8371, RALLY “Festival of Bikes” in Cedar City, UT. sympatico.ca. Web Site: www.gwrracentral- [email protected]. Vendors Ken & Barbie Contact Bruce & Virginia Hauser (435)752- canada.ca. Peterson (817) 293-4667, txaddvc@ 0551. E-mail [email protected]. Website: mindspring.com. More information on the Texas GWRRAUtah.home.comcast.net/. AUGUST 4-6, 2006. CANADIAN District Web Page www.texasdist.org/ ATLANTIC REGION (L) RALLY, in Stratford, JUNE 15-17, 2006. GEORGIA DISTRICT Prince Edward Island. Contact Dave *MAY 12-13, 2006. INDIANA DISTRICT RALLY, “Wing Fling 2006—A Hillbilly Champion, (709) 685-1206. E-mail l.dchampi- RALLY. The “Spring Wing Warm Up 2006” Hoedown” in Rome, GA. Contact Rick [email protected] or visit www.canadianat- with the theme “25th Anniversary Celebration” Stephens (770) 562-3277 or Stephensrick@bell- lanticregion.org. at Bloomington, IN. Contact Butch & south.net. Vendors contact Ron Larsen (478) Margaret Micheau (260) 726-9534 or Kip & 971-4291 or [email protected] AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 2, 2006. Peggy Robinette (260) 726-4124. www. AMERICA’S HEARTLAND REGION (E) indianaonwings.org *JUNE 16 - 17, 2006. WISCONSIN DIS-

May 2006 87 TRICT RALLY “Barr Country Jamboree” in ID 83404. (208) 523-9813. Web site MAY 19-21, 2006. PA-B’s 14th annual Cable, WI. Contact Virgil & Sandy Kindschi, http://www.gwrra-id.us/ “Spring Fling” at Outdoor World in the heart of 723 Moore Street, Beloit, WI 53511. (608) Amish Country. Contact Denise Ness, 370 365-2622 or e-mail [email protected]. SEPTEMBER 1-4, 2006. CALIFORNIA DIS- Pennsylvania Ave., York PA 17404. E-mail: Vendors contact Denny & Yvonne Paffel (608) TRICT RALLY at Santa Clara, CA. Contact [email protected]. 362-8578 or e-mail [email protected]. Joyce Elmore, 14507 High Pine Street, Poway, CA 92064. (858) 748-1385. MAY 19-22, 2006. WA-S’s “Victoria Days JUNE 16-17, 2006. OKLAHOMA DIS- Fun Run” to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, TRICT RALLY, “Fiesta of the Wing” at Payne SEPTEMBER 21-23, 2006. NORTH CAR- with camping at the Oasis RV Park in Ephrata, County Expo, Stillwater, OK. Contact Rick OLINA DISTRICT RALLY “Wings Over The WA. Contact Ronnie Lopez (509) 765-7073. Greninger (918) 272-9055 or rag101353@ Smokies” in Fletcher, NC. Contact Willie & Web site: www.gwrra-wa-s.org aol.com. Judy Hunt, 100 Peacock Lane, Lumberton, NC 28358. (910) 739-7369. E-mail: thehunts@ MAY 20, 2006. NY-W’s one-day “Ride-In JUNE 16-18, 2006. OHIO DISTRICT nc.rr.com. Vendors contact Dennis & Kathy Hull. Rally,” Rochester, NY. Contact Bob Bacon, RALLY, “A Salute To Our Armed Forces” at the (828) 295-6856. E-mail: emphrogs@gobo 3140 McCorkindale Road, Caledonia, NY Ashland County Fairgrounds in Ashland, OH. one.net. Web site: gwrranc.org 14423-9705. (585) 738-3522. Contact Roger Hurley, 201 Southview Lane, West Milton, Ohio 45383. (937) 698-4443. E- *SEPTEMBER 22-24, 2006. UTAH DIS- MAY 20, 2006. TN-C’s 23rd annual “Roan mail: [email protected] . Web site: TRICT “Fall Run” at the Best Western Capitol Mountain Steak Out” in Roan Mountain, TN. www.ohiogwrra.org Reef Resort in Torrey, UT. Contact Bruce & Contact Butch Adkins (423) 288-6031. E-mail: Virginia Hauser, (435) 752-0551. E-mail [email protected]. Web site: www.geo JUNE 22-24, 2006. NEBRASKA DISTRICT [email protected]. Web site: GWRRAUtah cities.com/tnchaptc. RALLY, “On the Road to Nashville” in Grand .home.comcast.net/. Island, NE. Contact Cal Lytle, 1321 N. MAY 20, 2006. MS-L’s “Come to our Laua” Huston, Grand Island, NE 68803. (308) 379- SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 1, 2006. NEW Calhoun Community Center, Laurel, MS. 5329. E-mail: [email protected]. MEXICO DISTRICT RALLY, “Bikin’ in the Contact Skip & JoAnn Hinton (601) 735-2174; Basin” in Alamogordo, NM (USA). Contact E-mail: [email protected] or joannhin- JUNE 29-JULY 2, 2006. WYOMING DIS- Neil Zack, (505) 994-4150, E-mail: [email protected]. TRICT RALLY in Buffalo, WY. Contact Gordon [email protected] & Beverly Valasek, P.O. Box 2034, Mills, WY *MAY 20, 2006. KY-U’s Chapter Fun Day 82644. (307) 266-4136. CHAPTER EVENTS Contact Dave Perrin, [email protected], or Carol & Sarge Richard at (603) 774-2473. *JULY 14-15, 2006. MINNESOTA DIS- MAY 6-7, 2006. WA-M’s 22nd annual th TRICT RALLY at the Holiday Inn in “Saturday B.B.Q. and Sunday Fun Run,” *MAY 26-27, 2006. NC-U’s 14 annual Alexandria, MN. Contact Mike & Judy Yakima, WA. Saturday BBQ at 5 p.m. Southeast Mini-Rally, “the Chicken Rally” at Squire, 470 Constance Blvd. N.W. Andover, Camping at Yakima KOA (509) 248-5882. Lumberton, NC. Contact Doris Willoughby, th MN. (763)-434-0174. e-mail awinger2@com- Nearby Quality Inn (800) 510-5670 or Super 8 1201 E. 13 Street, Lumberton, NC 28358. cast.net. (800) 800-8000 in Union Gap, WA. Sunday (910) 738-5712. Fun Run at Poulins Honda in Yakima. Contact JULY 20-22, 2006. WASHINGTON DIS- Ron Hafsos (509) 697-4415. MAY 26-28, 2006. WA-L’s annual “Desert TRICT RALLY, “Three Rivers Rendezvous” at Spring Fling” at The Umatilla Fairgrounds in Cowlitz County Fairgrounds, Longview, WA. MAY 6-7, 2006. WA-B’s 24th “Governors Hermiston, OR. Hotels or Camp on the fair- Contact: Roy or Pearl McKenzie(253)862-0220 Run” Rally at Kitsap County Fairgrounds, grounds. Contact M.R.Messinger. (509) 582 or e-mail: [email protected]. Bremerton, WA. Rides, vendors, camping, 4560. E-mail: [email protected]. Web site: and grand prize for charity. Event for all motor- www.gwrra-wa-1.org JULY 20-22, 2006. ALL NEW ENGLAND cycle riders. See http://www.gwrra.org/ or DISTRICTS RALLY V at Quality Inn & http://www.governorsrun.net/ Contact Mike MAY 27, 2006. LA-M’s “Mudbug Rally” at the Conference Center, Vernon, CT. Contact Bill & White (360) 275-0461. American Legion Post 27 located on highway Adrienne Lacey, 7 Princeton Street, Westfield, 112 east of DeRidder, LA. Contact Robert MA 01085. (413) 572-0823. E-mail *MAY 6, 2006. CA2-W’s Chapter kickoff at Dickens, 407 Tanglewood Loop, DeRidder, LA [email protected]. Web site: www. Clawson’s Honda Motorsports, 6334 N. 70634. (337) 463-8301, e-mail gwrralam@hot- newenglandrally.org. Blackstone Ave., Fresno, CA. Includes ride and mail.com. Web site: http://members.tripod lunch. Contact Curt & Adele Levinberg, 2588 E. .com/gwrralam. JULY 28-29, 2006. IOWA DISTRICT RALLY Waterford Ave., Fresno, CA 93720. (559) 325- in Amana, IA. Contact Duane & Sondra 2211. MAY 27, 2006. FL1-Y’s “Casino Poker Run” Rippel, 601 Bishop Ave., LaPorte City, IA at Alachua County Fairgrounds, Gainesville, 50651. (319) 342-3285. MAY 6-7, 2006. OH-W2’s annual “Spring FL. Contact Scott Oldham, (352) 375-8781. E- Bologna Run & Country Choppers Open House” mail: [email protected] or Ted Coulter (352) AUGUST 4-5, 2006. ILLINOIS DISTRICT in Cygnet, OH. Contact Jeff Pelczarski (419) 378-4425. E-mail: [email protected]. SUMMER RALLY “Illinois Cruise In “ at 836-8452. E-mail; [email protected] Jacksonville, IL. contact: Dave & Gwen Carter JUNE 2-4, 2006. IA-H’s “Carnival Run & (815) 477-9893 or visit the web at www.gwrra- MAY 7, 2006. PA-M’s 18th annual “Hobo Camp Out” at Jefferson County Fairgrounds (Old ildistrict.org Stew / Poker Run” at Bob Logue Motor Sports in Highway 34E), Fairfield, IA. Camping on Williamsport, PA. Open House 9-noon. grounds. Contact Ray Cassatt, 1106 East Grant, *AUGUST 10-12, 2006. WEST VIRGINIA Registration 9:30-11 am. Contact Dennis and Centerville, Iowa 52544. (641) 437-4678 DISTRICT’s “Waller in the Holler XIV” at Cedar Cindy Powers (570) 279-2049. E-mail: dcpow- Lakes Conference Center near Ripley,WV. [email protected]) or Al Bilby (570) 634-2321. E- JUNE 3, 2006. WI-E’s 3rd annual Contact Dick & Judy Crawford.304-934-6640 mail: [email protected] “Summerfest Fundraiser,” Northwoods Banquet or [email protected]. Hall at Rhinelander, WI. Contact Bill Milbrath MAY 13, 2006. PA-R’s 15th anniversary (715) 369-3474. AUGUST 24-26, 2006. PENNSYLVANIA party at Best Western Inn, Sayre, PA. Contact KEYSTONE RALLY in Lancaster, PA. Sara Guiles RR.2, Box 184-A, Col.X.Rds. PA *JUNE 4, 2006. KY-T’s annual poker run at Contact Robert Gabrielle, 8 Laurel Lane, 16914. (570) 596-3393 or [email protected] the Mountain Home Place (Paintsville Lake) in Levittown, PA 19054. (215) 547-3417. or Mae Wellker (570) 265-8331. Paintsville, KY. Contact David (Buddy) & [email protected]. Jeannie Mckenzie at [email protected], SEPTEMBER 1-3, 2006. IDAHO DISTRICT or (606) 297-3568. RALLY at Bannock County Fairgrounds, MAY 13, 2006. AR-P’s rally at Bull Shoals, Pocatello, ID. Contact Steve & Sandy AR. Contact Roy Behrens, 38 Ridge Road, JUNE 4, 2006. WV-A’s annual “Fun Day and Henicksman, 2158 Stone Run Lane, Idaho Falls, Mountain Home, AR 72653. (870) 492-5885. Spaghetti Dinner” in Martinsburg, WV.

88 Wing World Contact Fred & Betty Ascher, 884 Woodbury proceeds are donated to St. Jude Children’s *AUGUST 19, 2006. CA2-K’s’s Drive, Kearneysville, WV 25430. (304) 728- Research Hospital in Memphis. Contact Bob “Synchronized Soaking” at Herald, CA. 9969. Roden (732) 928-7099 or e-mail hobstwo@ Contact Bob Clouse, 8749 Pedrick Road, Dixon, aol.com. CA 95620. (707) 678-2375. *JUNE 10, 2006. TN-I’s “Show Your Wheels” bike show, 9-noon at City Park, *JULY 2, 2006. TN-D’s “Mix-N-Mingle” at *SEPTEMBER 2-4, 2006. ON-T’s Kickoff in Middleton, TN. For information, call (731) Two Rivers Park And Wave Pool At Two Rivers Northern Ontario at Timmins, ON. 376-0781 or (731) 658-2974. Parkway And Briley Parkway, Nashville, TN. Contact Real Belanger, (705) 360-1626 or reli- Visit www.gwrratnd.org for information. JUNE 10, 2006. IA-S’s 2nd annual “NW [email protected]. Iowa Memorial Poker Run” from Sheldon, IA. th JULY 15, 2006. NY-Y’s “Carousel Retro Ride Contact Kent Smith, 515 6 Ave E, Spencer, IA *SEPTEMBER 17, 2006. MA-W’s 16th annu- 51301. E-mail: chapter-ia-s.mchsi.com; www. and 10th Anniversary Weekend,” al “Chicken BBQ & Poker Run” in Oxford, gwrra-ias.tripod.com. Binghamton, NY. Contact Jack Seeley, (607) 656-2494 or (607) 656-9414, or e-mail: pedles- MA. Contact George & Gale Mayo. (508)987- JUNE 10, 2006. MO-N’s “Fun Run for Boys [email protected]. Web site: http://www.tier.net/ 0252 or E-mail: [email protected]. and Girls Town of Missouri” at Springfield, ~gwrra/carousel.htm. MO. Contact Burl Brown, 5129 East Farm Road *OCTOBER 6, 2005. RI-A’s “Fox and Hound 138, Springfield, MO 65809. (417) 866-2314. JULY 21-25 2006. AK-P’s “Midnight Sun Run” from Greene Lane Community Center, Rally” in Soldotna, AK. Contact Rick Prestwick Greene Lane, Middletown, RI. Contact *JUNE 17, 2006. ON-O’s Kickoff in by e-mail (preferred): [email protected] or by Shirley Franco (401) 847-4741 Bikermom Southwestern Ontario near the Georgian Bay, phone (907) 262-7660. www.kenaipeninsulaw- [email protected] or Fred Pimentel (401) 849- Owen Sound, ON. Contact Brad Barfoot, ings.org (519) 371-5990, or [email protected]. 3291 [email protected]. Web site: http://www. gwrra-ri.org/a/ AUGUST 12, 2006. OR-G’s 21st annual JUNE 17, 2006. TX-N2’s Chapter event in “Trivial Pursuit Ride.” Salem, Oregon. Contact Humble, TX. Contact: Carolyn Thomsen (281) Name: Barb Choate, 245 46th Ave, Salem, Or 540-2454; e-mail: [email protected]. Photo Tours 97301. E-Mail: [email protected]. Phone: 503-932-0206, Website: chapter-or-g.gwrraore- JUNE 17, 2006. MD-C’s eighth annual “Pig *OPEN ENDING DATE. WA-V’s “Waterfall gondistrict.org for registration form. Roast & Poker Run” from Severn to Glen Tour.” Submit three photos of waterfalls, prefer- Burnie, MD. Contact Lloyd & Cathi Anderson ably with your bike and/or yourself. Different (410) 247-9166 or e-mail [email protected]. *AUGUST 18-19, 2006. TX-I’s third annual “Spirit Fest” at Marshall Civic Center, pin for each year. Flyer at JUNE 25, 2006. NJ-I, in conjunction with the Marshall, TX. Contact Ruby Seale, 227 C.R. http://geocities.com/wa_chapter_v. Write Lacey Elks #2518, is hosting the 11th annual 4164, Pittsburg, TX 75686. (903) 856-5153. Clarine Dunn, 615 SW 126, Seattle, WA “Card Run” from Lacey Township, NJ. All [email protected]. 98146. ●

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May 2006 89 ASSOCIATION LEADER LISTING Membership in all 50 States. Represented in 52 Countries.  Denotes senior officer

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ANDORRA BRAZIL DENMARK ICELAND KUWAIT PORTUGAL SLOVAKIA TURKEY ARGENTINA BRUNEI ENGLAND INDONESIA LUXEMBOURG PUERTO RICO SPAIN WALES AUSTRALIA CANADA FINLAND IRELAND MALAYSIA REP OF PANAMA ST VINCENT WEST INDIES AUSTRIA CHINA FRANCE ISRAEL MEXICO REP OF SINGAPORE SWEDEN BAHAMAS COLOMBIA GERMANY ITALY NEW ZEALAND REP OF SOUTH AFRICA SWITZERLAND BERMUDA COSTA RICA GUAM JAPAN NORWAY SAUDI ARABIA TAIWAN BELGIUM CZECH REPUBLIC HONG KONG KOREA PAKISTAN SCOTLAND THE NETHERLANDS INTERNATIONAL DIRECTORS:

DON BROCK ...... EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ...... 21423 N. 11TH AVENUE ...... PHOENIX ...... AZ...... 85027 ...... (623) 581-2500 JIM HODGE ...... SR. NT’L DIR...... 5705 OLD FORT BAYOU ROAD...... OCEAN SPRINGS ...... MS ...... 39564 ...... (228) 875-1764 JIM HUTCHINS...... SR. NT’L DIR...... 13036 FLORENTINE DRIVE ...... SHELBY TOWNSHIP ...... MI ...... 48315 ...... (586) 726-0742 DENIS EVANS...... NT’L DIR., CANADA...... 201-241 ST. PAUL STREET WEST...... ST CATHARINES ...... ON ...... L2S2E5...... (905) 685-9238 STEVE JOHNSON ...... SR INT’L MEMBER ENHANCEMENT...2600 RANDALL WAY #111 Bx121...... SILVERDALE...... WA ...... 98383 ...... (360) 377-1137 BOB LORENZ...... SR. NT’L DIR. RIDER EDUCATION...... 2744 COUNTY FARM ROAD ...... HOWELL ...... MI ...... 48843 ...... (517) 548-9028 GORDON MURPHY...... NT’L DIR. RIDER ED, CANADA ...... 14 CHARLOTTETOWN PL...... ST. JOHN’S ...... NF...... AIA 2P4 ...... (709) 753-2318 CJ KARCANES ...... LEADERSHIP TRAINING ...... 543 GREEN MEADOW LN ...... ARARAT ...... NC...... 27007 ...... (336) 374-6455 JIM GRAYBEAL ...... DRILL TEAM COORDINATOR...... 10405 N. 41ST. LANE ...... PHOENIX ...... AZ...... 85051 ...... (602) 439-5352 JIM FOLLIS ...... SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS ...... 23229 CLEVELAND...... DEARBORN ...... MI ...... 48124 ...... (313) 561-5876 PETER RUSSELL ...... GLOBAL AFFAIRS ...... 34 WEST PARK ...... LONDON...... ENG ...... SE9 4RH ...... 02088570525 BOB KEKEIS...... COMMUNICATIONS...... 211 SAUK TRAIL ...... VALPARASIO...... IN ...... 46385 ...... (219) 762-9604 TBA...... MOTORIST AWARENESS ...... KIT LYMAN ...... RECRUITING ...... 340 OLD MILL ROAD ...... SANTA BARBARA...... CA ...... 93110 ...... (805) 683-3580 REGIONAL OFFICES:

LARRY LINGO ...... SOUTHEAST (A) ...... 7702 PIERCE HARWELL RD...... PLANT CITY...... FL ...... 33565 ...... (813) 986-3567 JERE GOODMAN ...... NORTHEAST (B) ...... 42 SCOTT DR...... HILLSBOROUGH ...... NJ ...... 08844 ...... (908) 874-5698 TOM TAGGART...... GREAT LAKES (D) ...... BOX 119 5051 ST RT 78...... BUCHTEL...... OH...... 45716 ...... (740) 753-2214 RON KNUDTSON...... AMERICA’S HEARTLAND (E) ...... 953 KNOLLWOOD LANE...... MASON CITY...... IA...... 50401 ...... (641) 423-5035 BILL AGNEW ...... SOUTHWEST (F) ...... 691 SMITH ST ...... CANON CITY ...... CO...... 81212 ...... (719) 275-4860 CLIFF MILLER ...... SOUTH CENTRAL (H)...... 4515 N WARREN...... OKLAHOMA CITY...... OK ...... 73112 ...... (405) 949-1748 TBA...... BIG SKY (I) MICHAEL MITCHELL ...... APPALACHIAN (N) ...... 3306 LISTERBROOK COURT...... RICHMOND ...... VA...... 23230 ...... (804) 266-7280 AAGE SCHOUG ...... THE VIKING REGION (V) ...... TOCKVAGEN 8 ...... TOCKSFORS ...... SWEDEN ...... 67010...... 004657329129 PETER RUSSELL...... UNITED KINGDOM REGION (UK) ..34 WEST PARK...... LONDON ...... ENG ...... SE9 4RH ...... 02088570525 CANADA RON HODGSON...... GREAT NORTHWEST (J)...... 130 DONNELLY CRESCENT...... RED DEER...... AB ...... T4R2L7...... (403) 309-5001 BOB PINET ...... CENTRAL CANADA (K)...... 1315 SHHERWOOD CT...... BURLINGTON...... ON ...... L7M1C8...... (905) 336-6166 DAVID CHAMPION ...... CANADIAN ATLANTIC (L) ...... 159 PEACHYTOWN RD ...... CONCEPTION BAY S...... NF ...... AIX7C9 ...... (709) 685-1206

DISTRICT DIRECTORS, CHAPTER DIRECTORS & CHAPTER LOCATIONS

AL-E ANDERSON PHILLIPS, R 256-247-5879 AL-M OPELIKA HARRISON, C 334-291-3234 ALABAMA AL-F MONTGOMERY MECHLER, T 334-272-5761 AL-N SOUTHSIDE CONN, S 205-274-8345 D/D LEXINGTON GULLEY, W 256-229-8833 AL-G SAMSON FINDEISEN, J 334-774-5036 AL-O FAIRHOPE TENNENT, R 251-928-3677 AL-A MOBILE TANNER, M 251-973-1978 AL-I DECATUR TALMADGE, R 256-773-9624 AL-Q DEATSVILLE BRODERICK, M 334-569-2854 AL-B HUNTSVILLE JANES, M 256-721-0598 AL-J TUSCALOOSA KOONTZ, J 205-339-5781 AL-T MCCALLA LEE, W 205-553-6255 AL-C HUEYTOWN COBB, G 205-497-0388 AL-K FLORENCE CAMPBELL, S 256-760-1755 AL-U DOTHAN LAND, J 334-774-4684 AL-D ANNISTON GLENN, G 256-820-2060 AL-L THOMASVILLE CLARK, T 251-743-3147 AL-Y BIRMINGHAM BROWN, R 205-680-2621

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HALL OF FAME

Allen, Donald ...... Fairfield, CA McNabb, Charles ...... Springfield, MO Brady, Gene...... Pasadena, TX Michaud, Roberta ...... Albuquerque, NM Brady, Sarah...... Pasadena, TX Miller, Clifford...... Oklahoma City, OK Carson, John...... Jacksonville, IL Mytinger, David ...... Indianapolis, IN Carter, Dave ...... Crystal Lake, IL Panter, Jim ...... Canton, OH Dodd, Kacey...... Gadsden, AL Preston, John ...... Jacksboro, TN Dodd, Josh ...... Gadsden, AL Rasmussen, Robert ...... Minneapolis, MN Fisher, Steven ...... Hutchinson, MN Rasmussen, Delores ...... Minneapolis, MN Hewitt, David ...... Mesa, AZ Rennick, Bob ...... Kings Mountain, NC Holton, Dean ...... Louisburg, NC Roberts, Logan...... Chandler, AZ Howell, Richard...... Albuquerque, NM Sharp, Gaylord...... Friesland, WI Humphrey, Robert...... Clarksville, AR Simmons, William...... Newbern, TN Hutchens, Jim ...... Shelby Township, MI Smith, Steven...... York, SC Hutchens, Shirrin...... Shelby Township, MI Smith, Bruce ...... London, ON Kephart, Richard...... Pensacola, FL Swanson, Lloyd...... Oklahoma City, OK Knudtson, Ronald...... Mason City, IA Taber, Frank ...... Port Orchard, WA Knudtson, Karen ...... Mason City, IA Kolaske, Neal...... Milwaukee, WI Taylor, John...... Algonquin, IL Lantz, Charles...... Wooster, OH Townsley, Richard ...... Mahomet, IL Lear, Tom ...... Bidwell, OH Vaillancourt, Michael ...... Epsom, NH Legris, Mike ...... Bradley, IL Waer, Allan, Sr...... Meshoppen, PA Lewis, Edward...... Concord, NH Williams, Boyce ...... Holiday Island, AR 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

IN MEMORIAM

Berghorn, Richard Roland, Victor Smith, Earl GWRRA #167753 GWRRA #605885 GWRRA #191076 Milwaukee, WI Gorrie, ON Mocksville, NC

Free, Robert Sellers, Carolyn Thomas, Gerald GWRRA #12077 GWRRA #99635-01 GWRRA #60510 Dallas, TX Broadway, VA Marion, IN

Myers, Don Shull, Sandy GWRRA #59395 GWRRA #170307-01 Charlottesville, VA Syracuse, IN

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May 2006 95 Cliff NEW!

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Punky Fun Friends Collectibles BUFF® Versatile Headwear Covers to protect your bar-style or You can use this seamless tube of 100% Polyester flip-style cell phone. Collect all six! Microfiber for anything from a scarf, headband to a Flip Style: Ruby, Romeo, EM, Sydney, cap. Complete directions and illustrations for each Punky, Daisy. use are included. The fabric wicks moisture away Bar style: EM, Daisy, Punky, Sydney, from your skin, making it a handy device for all sea- Cliff, Romeo. sons. GWRRA Griffin logo appears in design. Specify your choice when ordering. Romeo Ruby Sydney BUFF-HEADWARE-04 $12.00 $8.95; Two for $15.00. HURRY! Quantities limited at this special price!

Black Satin Jacket with Griffin Seal This sharp black satin jacket has striped gold edging that compliments the black and gold version of the GWRRA Griffin logos. The exterior is 100% polyester and the lining is soft nylon. This jacket can add the finish- ing touch to your riding gear. Sizes and quantities limited. NEW! JACKET-04 $60.00 GWRRA Calculator Portfolio GWRRA Chapter Plaques GWRRA Crest rotates to 8-digit dual-powered (solar & Display this handsome plaque at your local battery) calculator for easy access. Black leatherette w/ Chapter meeting site. Engraved on solid white stitching. Pen, pen loop, lined notepad, 2006 wood with oak or white marble finish. Order calendar, three business card pockets. on-line at www.gwrra.org or call 800-843- FOLIO-05 $10.00 9460. PLQ-OAK-06 Chapter plaque – Oak $20.00 plus s/h. PLQ-WHTMAR-06 Chapter plaque – Marble $20.00 plus s/h

Gold Wing book by Ian Falloon Soak up the history of the Gold Wing with the clear text and lush photos of Ian Falloon’s new standard hard bound book. He traces the motorcycle’s techni- cal development, but also gives an insight into the Gold Wing character. BOOK-GOLD WING $29.95 Proficient Motorcycling/ More Proficient The Ultimate Guide Motorcycling/ to Riding Well Mastering The Ride Stay Cool With RideHide! David Hough teaches you how to devel- Proficient Motorcycling, David Hough’s op your riding skills and avoid pitfalls so first large soft bound book, was a smash- RideHide Performance Gear’s Tour LS microfiber shirt will you can make it to the end of your ride ing success, but the sequel takes the rider keep you dry and comfortable in the stickiest weather. in one piece and still have fun. David’s beyond the intricacies of operating a This ingenious fabric wicks moisture away from your knowledge, experience and sense of motorcycle to the human equation. He skin, preventing the shirt from clinging to you. Microfiber humor work together in this large soft examines how our mental processes and bound book to bring skillful and safe physical limitations affect our riding and weighs 50% less than cotton and dries 80% faster, motorcycling within everyone’s reach. how to train ourselves to take maximum making it an ideal “wash and go” riding gear item. You BOOKPROMC-04 $19.95 advantage of our abilities. will enjoy this silky shirt with its exclusive GWRRA logo BOOKMPROMC-04 $19.95 SHIRT-RIDE-05 S-2XL $25.00 CHECK OUR WEB SITE www.gwrra.org FOR COMPLETE GWRRA OFFICIAL PRODUCTS CATALOG!

96 Wing World CHECK OUR WEB SITE www.gwrra.org FOR COMPLETE GWRRA OFFICIAL PRODUCTS CATALOG! Here is a sampling of our full line of Official GWRRA Products available on the Web site Apparel Patches Pins Life Member Tee Shirts/SS Crest Logo Member Since Patches Tee Shirts/LS Black/Gold Original Helmet Pins Hats Original Helmet Black/Gold Hangerbars Jackets B/G Helmet Crest Lapel Tee Shirts (2XL, 3XL Sold Out) Ride Hide Order of Legions Hangerbars Golf Shirts Buff SIG Pin BacksDecals MAD Flag Pins Antenna Flag Miscellaneous Yuasa Battery Charger Leather Items EZ Air Gauge GWRRA Jewelry Belt Buckles Chapter Plaque M/C Trip Log Magazine Binders First Aid Kits Training Videos Books Banners/Flags

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Red/Blue/Gold 10-inch back patch...... Patch-Griff-RD-10in-04...... $10.00 4-inch vest patch ...... Patch-Griff-RD-04in-04...... $4.50 Black/Gold 10-inch back patch...... Patch-Griffin-BK-10in-04 ...... $12.00 Available at www.gwrra.org. Just click 4-inch vest patch ...... Patch-Griffin-BK-4in-04 ...... $5.00 on “Official Products” on the top bar! Or call John C. @ 800-843-9460, ext 220!

EZ Air Gauge From G.H. Meiser & Company, a combination air pressure gauge and inflator. Works with Gold Wing’s on-board compressor, as a stand-alone gauge or with service station air hoses. Permits viewing pressure while inflating. Bleed valve permits Sample fine pressure adjustment. Leather Item Brass fittings ensure a tight seal and long service life. EZAIR $19.95 NOTE: The GL1800 does not have an on-board comressor. The Buttery Soft Patchwork EZ Air Gauge will work on the GL1800 tires, but requires access Griffin Logo Tee Shirts Leather Shave Kit to a 1988-2000 GL1500’s Here are two quick and easy ways to show off compressor. Choose from three items for yourself or for GWRRA’s new Griffin Logo. Choose between the that perfect gift for your favorite traveler. Extension Hose. A 10-foot accessory hose white tee shirt with the red and blue version or The shaving kit is 11”x4”x5” deep. Please with brass fittings on both ends. Use with Gold black with the elegant black and gold logo. Both Wing’s on-board compressor. check www.gwrra.org for additional pho- EXT HOSE $12.95 shirts are 100% pre-shrunk cotton for excellent tos and descriptions. comfort and fit. EZ Air Combo LTHR-SHAVEKIT $14.95 Buy both EZ Air Gauge and Extension Hose and save! SHIRT-BLK-04 or SHIRT-WHITE-04 EZ AIR COMBO $29.95 Small-XL-$15.00 2XL-$16.00 3XL-$17.00

GWRRA Flags & Banner Make a professional impression by enhancing your gathering site or event with the new GWRRA flag or fringed banner with griffin logo. The sharp- looking gold and black colors stand out on the crisp white background. The fabric is durable 100% nylon with silkscreen printing. GWRRA Flag FLAG-04 $45.00 GWRRA Banner BANNER-04 $55.00 GWRRA Seal Logo Antenna Flag FLAG-ANTR-05 $11.00

May 2006 97 Wing Ding 28 Tee Shirts Going to Wing Ding? Be the first in your Chapter to flaunt it! Buy your Wing YUASA 1.5 Amp Motorcycle Battery Charger Ding 28 tee shirt Five operating stages; Three LEDs indicate what's going early! Save $2 on the on-site price. $15 if you’re pre- on. Initially indicates presence of power and correct registered for Wing Ding for sizes S-XL. (Call for prices MC Owner’s polarity. Then determines if the battery is serviceable. If on larger sizes.) Just $3 for shipping; shipments every okay, then delivers full 1.5 amps till the battery is 90% charged. Then switches to constant voltage mode so bat- two weeks or when 72 shirts have been ordered. Personal Journal Display the GWRRA Griffin tery absorbs final 10% of its charge without excess logo as you make notes about gassing or overheating. Charger again samples battery's condition, then shifts to float mode to maintain voltage your bike’s maintenance and Griffin Logo that neither overcharges, nor allows self-discharge. your motorcycling journeys. Discourages sulfation by automatically starting a complete Bolo Ties This handy personal journal new charging cycle after 28 days. Better for long-term One and one-quarter- has a wealth of road-worthy battery storage. inch full color or black information as well. Standard (Battery jumper cables sold separately.) on gold enamel bolo tire pressures, wind-chill factor Batt-Charger $44.95 tables and instructions on how tie with GWRRA YUASA Motorcycle Jumper Cables Griffin logo. to tie down your motorcycle will keep you safe. What a Be prepared for emergencies with your Wing. Strong construction won't melt. Comes in vinyl pouch to insure Red/Blue/Gold great idea—so much more tangle-free in-bike storage. BOLO-RD-04 $6.00 than just an ID! (Battery charger sold separately.) JOURNAL-04 $5.00 Jumper $10.00 Black/Gold BOLO-BK-04 $6.00 Organizers for GWRRA 3” Crest Patch Magazines (Iron-On) Three-ring plastic organiz- Customize any item with a GWRRA ers secure your copies of Crest iron-on logo patch. Now available Wing World in their proper in full color or Black/Gold. Adheres to order. Slip the magazine most materials including leather. Works through the slot at the half- great on hats, polos, luggage. way point. Once closed GWCREST-4IRON $5.00 GWCREST-4IRON-GB $5.00 and inserted in the binder, magazines stay neat and organized. No need to punch holes! BINDERS-ORGANIZERS $5.00 Magazine Binders Let’s get organized! Sturdy black three-ring binders include plastic organizers which hold a year of Wing World Magazines. Now your magazines stay neat and in order. BINDERS $12.00

First Aid Kit With Crest Logo This compact fanny pack contains 16 items for first Toll free phone orders aid, including rubber gloves and a mouth to mouth 1-800-843-9460 resuscitation aid to protect you. The kit also contains the “First Aid Guide” published by the American In Phoenix 623-581-2500 Medical Association. Be prepared with these supplies Shipping Rates and instructions covering everything from allergic reactions to wounds. 7.5”x3.5”x3.5” deep. If Subtotal is: Postage is: FIRSTAID $24.95 $0 - 9.99 ...... $4.00 $10.00 - 24.99 ...... $5.95 $25.00 - 49.99 ...... $8.95 $50.00 - 99.99 ...... $10.95 Griffin Logo Badge $100.00 & Up...... $14.95 Brighten up your plain baseball cap or Next day, 2nd day and 3rd day air shipping vest with this Griffin logo badge. and out of country shipping costs, please It’s shiny gold color is guaranteed to call 800-843-9460 or 623-581-2500 draw attention and raise the (Phoenix area) or e-mail [email protected]. Order of Legions Patch appearence of your attire to a cut This patch is perfect for your favorite friend or relative who above the usual embroidered patch. Unconditional Guarantee: Every item we sell is guar- has a military connection. The patches denote the status of Two bayonets and one screw fastener anteed unconditionally for its normal life under standard their service from active, reserve, retired or veteran and the ensure its secure position once in place. use. Should any product fail to meet your expectations, seal proudly announces their branch of the services. simply return it. We will replace it, refund the purchase GRIFF-BADGE-05 $4.95 price or credit your credit card. PATCH-ACTIVE $4.00 SEAL-AIRFORCE $2.00 PATCH-RESERVE $4.00 SEAL-ARMY $2.00 PATCH-RETIRED $4.00 SEAL-COASTGUARD $2.00 CHECK OUR WEB SITE www.gwrra.org PATCH-VETERANS $4.00 SEAL-MARINES $2.00 SEAL-NAVY $2.00 FOR COMPLETE GWRRA OFFICIAL PRODUCTS CATALOG! 98 Wing World 99 tion and photos to: tion and photos Pappy & Bingo),Pappy GWRRA aka This photo is of the Pearl Yellow 2002 Yellow This photo is of the Pearl

Garry Goodall, GWRRA #174793, of Petrolia,

rides #224951, Savannah, from Georgia.The bike, a demo model, is their first Gold Wing, it.“The love and they people in the are here around GWRRA Chapters great, riding with them,” enjoy and we Winger form, to Gold they say.True they lots of chrome, added have pinstriping by Wild Bill, and trailer. and a trailer hitch 2002 GL1800 Gold Wing & Patricia that belongs to Laverne Thomas ( 1985 GL1200 Aspencade 1985 GL1200 Ontario,Aspencade. off his blue GL1200 shows can see Chloe,you and Look closely the Goodalls’ Jack Russell terrier, a hole in peeking out through lid.“Chloethe right saddlebag everywhere goes wife,Alice,with my Wing,” and me on our Gold motels that allow ahead for call writes Garry.“We in the rooms.” dogs to stay ▲ ▲ is designed to show off as many bikes as possible. Give us information about your Gold Wing; Give us information about your off as many bikes as possible. is designed to show

Wing World ▲ Editorial Department, 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027, or via e-mail to [email protected]. Phoenix, AZ 85027, or via 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Editorial Department, Wing World start with the basics of its year, model and color, then tell a little about what is special about your bike. Send your descrip about your bike. Send your tell a little about what is special then model and color, of its year, start with the basics to almost every corner of the U.S.” to almost every This 1999 Valkyrie Interstate belongs to Valkyrie This 1999 “My wife and I love riding our Valkyrie, riding our which and I love “My wife James Mutzenberger, #237292, GWRRA from 1999 GL1500C Valkyrie Interstate Valkyrie 1999 GL1500C James’ trip last summer to Arizona.James’ trip last summer to James says, now has about 45,000 miles on it and has been now Hazen, North Dakota.This on photo was taken Do you have a good, clear photograph of your pride and joy? This section of clear photograph of your pride Do you have a good,

May 2006 readers’ readers’ 1986 GL1200 Interstate ▲ Kenny W. Fonville, GWRRA #225905, of Pleasant Hope, Missouri, calls this 20-year- old Gold Wing with 92,000 miles his “pride and joy.” The bike has over 20 bike show trophies, awards and plaques—16 of them for first place.This photo was taken at the O’Reilly Auto Fest in Springfield, Missouri, where the bike gained the Grand Champion title. Kenny extends special thanks to Chapter MO-N and Gene’s Gallery. ▲ 1999 GL1500C Valkyrie Interstate & 1999 GL1500 SE Gold Wing Stopping to stretch their legs at the Vermillion Cliffs at Lee’s Ferry,Arizona, are Billy Beech, GWRRA #163895, from Fayetteville,Tennessee, and his friend Richard Pitcock, GWRRA #164956. Billy rides the black Valk; Richard rides the white SE with color-matched Escapade trailer. Fellow traveler Loretta Pitcock snapped the picture. “The three of us went to Colorado and the Grand Canyon—a trip of 12 days and over 5,500 miles,” writes Billy.

2002 GL1800 Gold Wing ▲ Bill Mayo (75), GWRRA #9942, of Boerne,Texas,took a quick round-trip ride from his home to Wilcox,Arizona, via San Antonio. He left at 10 a.m.August 17 and was back home at 9:45 a.m. the following morning, suc- cessfully completing his Bun Burner Gold ride. Says Bill,“I still say that if your mind and body are up to it, go for it!”

100 Wing World FINISHING TOUCHES

I Lost My Buff

By Terri Remley • GWRRA #195351-01 • Crawfordsville, Indiana

have lost my dear, sweet Buff®, Oh, where, oh where can it be? I My Buff and I are pals, My wonderful Buff and me.

Together we have traveled, Over many a hundred miles, Sharing precious moments, And many grateful smiles.

My Buff is very special, With its flames and GWRRA logo, It is orange and soft and used to go Wherever I would go.

I'm missing my dear Buff, It saddens me so greatly, That for some unknown reason, I haven't seen it lately.

I must have dropped it somewhere, Who knows where along the way? So I’m truly hoping and praying, That my Buff comes home one day.

So, in all your travels ’round roadways, Please keep a watchful eye, It’s my Buff that I am missing, See, I don't want to say, Bye-Bye!

My Buff, my Buff, my Buff, Oh, where, oh where can it be? My Buff, my dear, sweet Buff, Please come home to me!

As this photo shows, Terri Remley now has a replacement GWRRA Buff around her neck, thanks to Wing World. Ron & Terri own this 2003 Candy orange GL1800. Now, whenever they go riding with Chapter IN-A2,Terri’s new Buff will keep the chill breezes off her neck. Want a Buff of your own? See the Official Products pages in this issue.

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• Linked Disc Brakes • Cushion-Ride Isolastics • Lift-Away Door

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