July - Peak Riders

PEAK NEWS 

Peak Riders News Letter - July 2008 

In This Issue 

News 2 

Planned Ride Outs 3 

Ride Reports (Big Jim’s) 4 

Ride Reports (Director) 4 

Ride Report (Ghent) 5 

Charity Photo Day 

The charity photo day is on the 5th July 2008, would all riders 

who are attending the day and helping out please contact Steve 

Thomas. 

We have had a lot of support from businesses in the vicar Lane 

shopping complex so it should be a day to remember. 

Ride Reports (Humber) 6 

Featured Route 7 

Motorcycle Bay 8 

Competition 9 

Adverts 10 

Peak News is published by the 

Peak Riders Harley Owners Group 

Chapter # 9943. 

www.peakriders.co.uk 

Should you have anything 

Of interest you want to 

share or have an advert 

to place, all you have to 

do is email Joth the editor 

editor@peakriders.co.uk 

To join Peak Riders 

Contact 

A member of the committee 

HarleyWorld Staff 

or email 

membership@peakriders.co.uk 

Key Dates 

10th July 

31st July 

Social Evening 

Monthly Meeting 

# 9943 

Peak Riders c/o HarleyWorld 

Station Road Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 9EX 

DISCLAIMER: THE VIEWS EXPRESSED IN THIS NEWSLETTER ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE EDITOR. 

Sponsoring Dealer

News 

Social Evening 

This month’s social night will be on the 

10th July 2008 7:00pm 

at the 

Castle Hotel 

Castle Street, Castleton, Hope Valley, 

Derbyshire, S33 8WG 

Harley Davidson 1914 

Sidecars are made available 

to Harley-Davidson 

buyers. Clutch and brake 

pedals now available on F- 

head singles and twins. 

The Motor Company 

formally enters motorcycle 

racing this year. 

The first Racing Engineer 

is William S. 

Harley. Within a few 

short years, team 

Harley-Davidson is 

referred to informally 

as the "Wrecking Crew" because of their incredible 

dominance of the sport. 

Monthly Meeting 

The next monthly meeting is on the 31st July 2008 

and will be held at the usual meeting place 

GRASSMOOR GOLF CENTRE, 

NORTH WINGFIELD RD, 

GRASSMOOR, 

CHESTERFIELD 

DERBYSHIRE 

2009 Diary Dates 

HOG have confirmed the following dates for 2009 

• Africa Bike Week 1-4th May 2009, Margate , 

South Africa 

• Euro bike festival St Tropez , France 7-10 May 

2009 

• Ireland Bike Week 5-7th June 2009 

• Benelux Rally 5-7th June 2009 

• European HOG Rally, Jurmala , Latvia 25-28th 

June 2009 

• Scandinavian HarleyDays 7-9th August 2009 

• Faaker See 8-13th September 2009 

The Two-Speed rear hub transmission is introduced 

for two years only in the Model 10F. Patented by William 

S. Harley, it was effective but discontinued in 

order to further improve drivetrain function in 1915 

with a three-speed design. 

For Sale 

For Sale - A pair of bar & shield 

logo soft lowers. Sturdy front 

engine guard soft lower leg fairings 

For protection against the elements 

with quick release 

latches, Part no 58525-95a 

cost over £60 will accept £25 

Phone big tone on – 07769 687519 

For sale a pair of ladies thick leather 

black jeans 

Never been worn and the legs are un 

hemmed 

Waist 28 inches – and 39 inches from 

the waist to the hem 

Cost £90 will accept £45 

Phone Janet Hough on – 07887994547 

Peak Riders - www.peakriders.co.uk 

2

Planned Ride Outs 

Ride Title - P.F. International Kart Racing Circuit at Brandon 

Date - 06th July 2008 

Meeting Place/Time - Harleyworld 10:15 am for a 10:30 am start 

Ride End - Harleyworld 

Distance - 100 Miles (approximately) 

Lead Rider - Royce Marper 

Sweeper - Tony Hough & John Beevers 

Type of ride - Ma & Pa 

Ride Techniques - Group riding basics 2008 (See March Newsletter or web site) 

This will be a day out on bikes rather a normal ride out. We will Ride to Brandon in Lincolnshire at a steady pace suitable 

for all riders, especially new members and all are welcome. The ride will be leaving Harley World at 10.30am 

heading towards Newark taking in a pleasant ride through Clumber Park and surrounding areas. Our destination is 

the P.F. International Kart Racing Circuit at Brandon; this will be to watch a few of the races, not take part, the club is 

a really professional venue not an oil and greasy spoon set up. We can have lunch here; the site has first class catering 

and toilet facilities. As time permits and depending on the majority boredom threshold we will head back through 

Lincoln, Gainsborough Worksop and back to the shop for a final cuppa. 

Ride Title - Sheldon Village Day Nr Bakewell 


Meeting Place/Time - Harleyworld 12:00 midday for a 12:15 start 

Ride End - Sheldon village 

(make your own way home) 


Lead Rider - David England 

Sweeper - TBA 

Type of ride - Ma & Pa 

Ride Techniques - Group riding basics 2008 (See March Newsletter or web site) 

Peak Riders have been asked by the organizers, if we will display our bikes at the Sheldon village day (charity event). 

Harley Davidson Bikes only, I have agreed to help out and would like as many Peak Riders to join in the event. 

Event Title - Poker Run 


Meeting Place/Time - Harleyworld 10:00am Registration start 

Ride End - Harleyworld 4:00pm Latest 


Lead Rider - Road Captain(s) 

Sweeper - Road Captain(s) 

Type of ride - Ma & Pa or Make your own way around. 

Ride Techniques - Group riding basics 2008 

(See March Newsletter or web site) 

This will be a fun day out all you have to do is a circular ride from HarleyWorld around Robin Hood Harley Davidson, Sherwood Forest Craft Centre 

then St Ledger and back to HarleyWorld. At each stop you will collect a card and participate in a little gambling if desired. You can make your own 

way around or follow Peak Riders road captains. For full details please visit the web site or see the notice board at HarleyWorld. 

Note all Rides and Events are carried out and attended by Peak Riders, guests and the general public strictly in accordance with the release printed 

on the membership form. (See the web site for a copy or ask a committee member for further information.) 

Peak Riders - www.peakriders.co.uk 3

Ride Reports 

Big Jims Ride - Sunday 18th May 2008 

Sunday the 18th of May Big Jim Thomson with his trusty 

sweeper Royce led a ride out to Ilam Country House in 

Derbyshire, 12 bikes with 20 members left Harley World on 

time after a first class briefing from Big Jim. The route meandered 

through Barlow towards Owler-bar and into Baslow; 

the traffic was now building up as it does on any 

summer Sunday. Overtaking the flat cap and glove brigade 

we rode on towards the main A6 to Buxton before 

turning off to one of Jims surprise back roads, with twists, 

bends, cow-pats, gravel, Cath, all kinds of other obstacles 

but we all made it ok. 

The piece-de- resistance was “The Tunnel” I have lived in 

Derbyshire all of my 40ish years!! and had no idea that this 

was here. The sound and roar of big pipes reverberating 

off the tunnel walls certainly made the twisting roads 

worthwhile, but unbeknown to the sweeper and after getting 

my recently cleaned & polished wheels wet, we did an 

about turn over a field, through a ford and had another 

blast back through the tunnel and onto some better and 

wider roads. 

prefer, but Doreen & Lyn being well versed in the art of 

seeing a tea room and getting to front of the queue first, 

without thinking made a bee line for the door, so in true 

fashion the teapot won again. 

Tea and cakes over we had the obligatory group photo 

then made our way back to the dealership for a final 

cuppa. I would have liked shares in that new vending machine, 

I understand that it almost makes as much profit as 

Dave England’s EVO corner. 

A good day out, well led, well done, and without the aid of 

a G.P.S. 

Royce 

Dave England’s Ride - Sunday 1st June 2008 

The ride out was lead by Dave England our Chapter Director 

and the sweeper was Sharon Hardwick. 

Six bikes and Nine people left Harley world at 10.00am, 

where the ride headed off through Baslow and Youlgreave 

towards Hartington and up through Harper Hill. 

We reached our destination where Jim had arranged for 

the bikes to be parked on a hard standing area rather than 

on the grass, which also meant that we didn’t have far to 

walk to the tea room, which were quite busy, but as usual 

we commandeered a few tables and had quite a pleasant 

break with plenty of time to eat and explore the grounds. 

It was raining as 

the group of all 

weather riders 

set off where 

they encountered 

lots of mist 

as the ride got 

higher into the 

peaks, the 

group rode 

down part of the 

A53 and it was a welcome break when we got to the 

Peveril of the Peak hotel for refreshments of hot soup, 

sandwiches and a pot of tea. 

Leaving Ilam we rode passed our rally venue, The Peveril 

of the Peak Hotel and followed much of last year’s ride-out 

route. From here we diverted towards Monsel Head, Jim & 

Pandy’s favourite tea stop. I was led to believe that we 

were to enjoy an ice cream a 99 or what ever position you 

As the ride set off back to Chesterfield it stopped raining 

and brightened up the ride was steady as road conditions 

on B roads were not fantastic. 

In the middle of the afternoon we arrived back at Harley- 

World after a round trip of 102 miles, Overall a good ride 

and everyone enjoyed it. 

Dave England 


Ride Reports 

Ghent 30th ~ 2nd June 2008 

On Friday 30th May the intrepid duo of Steve Thomas 

& Dennis Dobson set off from HarleyWorld at 

9am in two groups of 6 and 7 bikes with 22 people 

for the ride to the Channel Tunnel. After a quick 

blast down the M1 all 13 bikes arrived at Toddington 

Services in good time for a t&p stop, fill with petrol 

and then off to the Ace Café for our lunch. We went 

via the North Circular Rd with no problems. 

We arrived in great time for the Chunnel and Chris 

checked everyone in with efficiency and a happy 

smile for everyone. As usual the 35 min trip passed 

very quickly and we were off the train and into the 

service area where we were met by our Belgian 

Friends, Bernie, Sven and Luc. They escorted us on 

the 2 hr trip to our hotel where we were settled in. 

Our hosts even waited for us to get ready before escorting 

us to the local Chinese restaurant where we 

had a great meal and a much needed relax. 

Chris, Dennis & Steve 

Thomson, were asked to 

present a bouquet during the 

ceremony in honor of the 

fallen soldiers. This was a 

very special, Moving and 

sad occasion and many a 

tear was shed by us during 

this ceremony. Something we will never forget. 

Sunday morning we were 

again picked up at 9am 

for a ride to the coastal 

town of Knock, but first 

we rode to visit Lisa, 

Geraldine’s daughter and 

Bernie’s Niece. Lisa suffers 

from MS and now 

lives in a nursing home 

with other people in a 

similar situation. We presented 

Lisa with a Certificate 

and membership card, making her a life members 

of Peak Riders as well as T shirts, mugs and a 

key ring donated by Patrick at HarleyWorld, also in 

the pack was a 2 DVD set of our Rally and Birthday 

bash. 

This was also a very moving but uplifting morning 

and one that we would not have missed. We will be 

seeing Lisa again when we are in Belgium and we 

thank her for her friendship, as well as all of our 

friends from Ghent. 

Monday Morning, with heavy hearts we left Ghent for 

the journey to England, everyone who came to Belgium 

with us said it was the best weekend they had 

spent as well as the most worthwhile. 

Saturday morning our Hosts from the Ghent Chapter 

picked us up at 9am for the Flanders Field ride organised 

by Chiefke, we had a great day visiting war 

graves and memorials of young men killed in the 

war, a very moving and interesting day. 

Come 4.30 we arrived at a nice restaurant, arranged 

by Bernie and had a great meal where we met 

Geraldine, Bernie’s Sister. This led us on to a great 

part of the day when we were escorted to the Meningate 

to see the salute that takes place there every 

day a 8pm. 

Chris Robbins 


Ride Reports 

Hog on the Humber 7th June 2008 

On Saturday the 7th of June we woke to a rather overcast 

day and on reaching HarleyWorld the rain came, but 

wet’s on and after an attentive briefing, “except for 

Sharon”, 22 bikes left the shop travelling at a nice easy 

pace towards Worksop, through Blyth and other villages 

to bypass the busy roundabout at Bawtry. 

Big Tone bought some for Janet, (out of her housekeeping 

of course), then set about sampling almost everyone else’s 

chips. 

Taking the scenic route as opposed to the busy roads 

which made it a pleasurable ride out. Riding through the 

village of Thorn Sharon was getting rather desperate and 

finding all of the facilities closed took advantage of the 

“behind the bush amenities”, forgetting that the Yorkshire 

Television’s Helicopter was above filming the bikes. 

As we entered the Little Chef car park at South Cave 

more bikes and chapters were there with the same intention, 

a bite to eat and a “t” stop. After being fed and watered 

and making sure that Sharon had squeezed the last 

drop we left for the bridge. 

On our arrival we suddenly met up with loads of other 

bikes, (439 at the official count) what a sight; it was a 

good time to meet up with other chapter members who 

we had not seen for a while. Once registered and after 

waiting in line for a short time, the whistle blew and as 

the bikes started, the noise had to be heard to be believed. 

The weather by now was perfect and the atmosphere 

unbelievable. The ride over the bridge was awesome 

with people clapping, waving off the bridges and 

from the roadside I felt proud to be there. 

A couple of bikes left us at this point, having prior arrangements, 

but as the weather had now changed and was 

quite warm the rest of us moved on and rode round to 

Hornsey Mere where we had a cuppa and made sure that 

Sharon was ready for the journey homeward. 

We headed back, again through Beverley, through a golf 

course and onto a picturesque village called Walkington, 

which has it’s own duck pond right in the middle, thinking 

that it would be nice to stop and explore we then we realised 

that “water” “Sharon” maybe not, so we carried on 

and made our way onto the Little Chef on the other side of 

the M62 where everyone would make his or her own way 

home 

The day had been enjoyable from start to finish with many 

a good laugh having been had and hopefully next year we 

can take more members and give support to the relevant 

charity. 

After the bridge we mustered back in the car park for a 

ride onto the coast, passing through Beverley, past the 

Minster and onto Hornsey where we found enough room 

for us all to park and to enjoy the best fish & chips that I 

have had for a long time, they were that tasty that even 

Royce 


Featured Route 

Food 

Service 

Parking 

Ollerton Mill Tea Room 

Ollerton Mill & Tea Room 

Market Place, Ollerton, Newark, NG22 9AA 

you can eat the best of home baked food at lunchtime in an idyllic village 

setting. Once a full time flour mill now a top quality tea room with views of 

the river from its first floor location. As you ascend you can see evidence of 

its working past. The service is excellent with friendly staff on hand. It is 

always busy, it is essential to book - request the window table for the best 

position. It is closed during January and February and access for the disabled 

is difficult due to its first floor location. Well worth a visit and another, 

and another....... 

If you have a café you like please send in the details and we will visit and 

publish the details in the newsletter. 

DIRECTIONS 

Item Description Miles For 

1 HarleyWorld 0 ft 

2 Get on Station Road and drive south 0 ft 0 ft 

3 Enter roundabout Roundabout 0.1 mi 0.1 mi 

4 Take the 2nd left onto A61 0.2 mi 140 ft 


6 Take the 4th left onto A61 0.9 mi 326 ft 

7 

Take the A632 ramp to the left towards 

Bolsover/Chesterfield/Matlock 

2.1 mi 1.2 mi 

8 Turn right onto Hollis Lane 2.3 mi 0.1 mi 


10 

Take the 2nd left onto Chesterfield 

Road 

4.9 mi 109 ft 


12 

Take the 3rd left onto Chesterfield 

Road 

6.5 mi 229 ft 


14 Take the 2nd left onto Station Road 7.2 mi 104 ft 

15 Turn right onto Hornscroft Road 8.2 mi 1.0 mi 

16 Turn left onto Rotherham Road 9.3 mi 0.6 mi 

17 Turn right onto Langwith Road 9.3 mi 95 ft 

18 Keep left onto Scarcliffe Lanes 10.5 mi 1.2 mi 

19 Turn left onto A632 11.5 mi 1.0 mi 

20 Turn right onto Budby Road 14.7 mi 3.2 mi 

21 Turn right onto Worksop Road 17.9 mi 3.2 mi 


23 Take the 2nd left onto Ollerton Road 21.0 mi 112 ft 

24 Get on Ollerton Road and drive east 21.2 mi 0 ft 

25 Turn right onto Main Street 21.3 mi 148 ft 

26 Arrive Mill & Tea Room 21.5 mi 0.2 mi 

MAP 22 Miles (35 Minutes) 


Motorcycle Bay 

This information is for guidance only, Please seek professional advice for latest information and current regulations. 

The Bike Bath 

If you don't want the finish of your 

Harley-Davidson to lose its shine, here's 

our guide to keeping that cosmetic appeal 

The sheer beauty of any Harley- 

Davidson motorcycle is its sheen and 

shine, but it's easy to get complacent 

and not clean and protect it regularly. 

Environmental influences such as geographical characteristics, 

nicks from road debris and atmospheric conditions - 

rain, UV rays, heat, cold, pollution, salt -- can cause vehicle 

surfaces to rust over time if neglected. 

Any vehicle surface that is neglected (or treated with the 

incorrect product) can lead to corrosion/rust and oxidation. 

Corrosion refers to the deterioration of a material due to 

reactions with its environment, and rust is a common term 

for corrosion, formed by iron in the presence of water and 

oxygen. Exposure to moisture in the air as well as acids, 

bases, salts, oxygen, and organic chemicals can affect the 

surfaces of your bike, and not thought of but commonly 

found in any garage include chlorine, paint, thinner and 

fertilizer. 

So, how can we make sure our bikes avoid deterioration? 

Despite good intentions, you can actually damage your 

motorcycle if you don't clean it in the proper way. Dirty 

rags, harsh detergents and neglected areas can cause 

scratching, dulling and, yes, galvanic corrosion. Keeping 

your Harley clean is crucial to its long-term well-being and 

value. A clean bike is also easier to maintain and more 

likely to maintain its value. 

PRE-WASH 

Before you turn on the hose and crack open the Harley 

Sunwash, remember to do some simple things that can 

make a huge difference and help you avoid dreaded 

scratching. Remove rings, jewellery, watches and anything 

else that might scratch your bike as you clean. Motorcycle 

jackets with metal buckles, zippers and studs can be especially 

hazardous to paint. 

Don't try to wash your bike right after a long ride. Make 

sure your bike is cool to the touch. Not only can a hot engine 

and pipes burn you, but they can scar your motorcycle 

by making waxes and cleaners act differently. 

If your bike is caked with mud or heavy soil, rinse it off first. 

Sponging over crusted dirt can scratch your paint. 

Beware the old sponge -- it may have dirt trapped inside 

that will scratch your finish. We recommend using the 

wash mitt available from Harley-Davidson. Buy cleaning 

products made for cleaning motorcycles. Just because 

something makes your bathtub or toaster shine, doesn't 

mean it will do the same for your Harley. 

THEWASH 

Now that you're ready, it's time to roll up your sleeves and 

get to work. Dilute Sunwash according to instructions on 

bottle and wash bike. Sunwash contains special water softeners 

that allow it to be used in direct sunlight. 

Rinse thoroughly from the top down, paying careful attention 

to complete removal of cleaner, especially from nooks 

and crannies. During rinsing, you may splatter cleaner from 

one part of the bike to another, so go back and give the 

bike a light misting. In drying your bike, pay close attention 

to areas where water tends to puddle. Leaf blowers make 

excellent bike dryers. Again, make certain the blower is 

clean. Compressed air is not good for drying, because oil 

and rust particles are often inside the tank. 

Clean your wheels, and pay special attention to the 

dreaded galvanic corrosion. In the course of normal use, 

particles from brake dust get on your wheels. If neglected, 

these non-compatible metals can react to one another, creating 

galvanic corrosion, and produce pitting on your 

wheels. The result is costly refinishing of the wheel. In 

other words, wheel dirt is a whole new kind of dirt, so it 

needs a whole new kind of cleaner. Look for a cleaner 

made specifically for wheels, preferably Harley-Davidson 

Wheel and Tire Cleaner. 

THE ONCE OVER 

As you clean and rinse your bike, be very aware of how 

water reacts. This will give you an indication of what to do 

next. If the water beads into small round droplets, you 

probably don't need to polish your bike. If the water sheets 

or forms oblong droplets, it may be time for a polish job. 

If your bike is older than six months, professional detailers 

recommend a pre-cleaning or cleansing. Use Harley Glaze 

Polish and Sealant to deal with imperfections, slight 

scratches, dulling and stains. 

THE POLISH AND SEAL 

Polishing and sealing isn't just about good looks. A well 

cared-for bike repels dust, dirt, bugs and dirty water. Use 

Harley Glaze Polish and Sealant and follow the instructions 

on bottle. Don't use in bright sunlight or if the air is especially 

humid. Use a soft cloth for application. A soft cloth is 

an absolute must for buffing. 

If streaking occurs, try a dampened softcloth or a couple of 

drops of distilled water in a gentle circular motion. If streaking 

is severe, reapply a small amount of the polish and remove 

quickly. After polishing, let the bike remain in the 

shade for several hours if possible. 

NOTE: Harley-Davidson finish products have been tested and 

certified by Harley-Davidson engineers and all adhere to strict 

guidelines for testing. Added ingredients are designed specifically 

for Harley-Davidson motorcycle finishes and H-D Surface 

Care Products are formulated to be compatible with each 

other. 


Competition 

This month Poulton’s Picture Puzzle Page Proudly Presents the “Caravan Caption” competition. 

While on holiday one of our riders would not camp and took his caravan instead of the tent, all you have to do 

is send in a caption for the picture below. 

Send in your answers to steve@poultons.freeserve.co.uk 

or 

hand this competition page in at HarleyWorld Chesterfield by the 20th July 2008 

The winner will win a 

****** HarleyWorld Tee Shirt ****** 

CAPTION 

NAME 

The winner of the Mix and Match competition was Stuart Wales and the correct answers were: 

Steve Thomas = 8 Stuart C = 9 John = 2 Steve P = 7 Big El = 1 

Stuart Wales = 10 Neil = 3 Tomog= 6 Joth = 4 Royce = 8 

The competition will be judged under the supervision of Steve Poulton and/or the HarleyWorld Staff and their decision will be final. 


Adverts 

Hand Made Greeting Cards 

Struggling to get 

Patches sewn onto 

Leather 

garments? 

Look no further. Go to… 

Peters Quality Shoe Repairs 

1a Low Pavement Chesterfield 

01246 200951 

Gas 

Central 

Heating 

Condensing 

Combi Boiler 

Specialists 

Reg: 193202 

HARLEYWORLD 

Station Road, Whittington Moor 

Chesterfield, S41 9EX 

Tel : 0845 3711945 

Cards by 

Beth 

For all your personalised 

and hand made 3D 

greetings cards contact Beth 

Tel 01623 471293 

Boiler changes & full systems fitted 

Servicing & Power flushing 

Repairs 

Service Plans 

Ask for John Beevers for help, 

information & a free quotation 

call 0800 007 5362 

www.blueflame.info 

Rockvilla Hotel 

Over 20 years combi experience 

Discounts available for Peak Riders 

Doors, Windows, Conservatories & 

Roofline Products 

10 Year Guarantee 

10% Genuine Discount for Peak Riders 

Open 

Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm 

Sat 8am - 12 Noon 

Classic Windows 

Construction House, Callywhite Lane Dronfield. 

Telephone 01246 290 455 

Free phone 0800 298 0591 

Ideally situated in the centre of the 

village of Lochcarron in Western Ross, 

with stunning views of loch and mountains, 

the Rockvilla Hotel and Restaurant 

is a small family run business offering 

personal service in a friendly 

and relaxed atmosphere. 

Lochcarron, Ross-Shire 

Scottish Highlands 

Tel. +44 (0)1520 722379 

Get a Grip 

Made of chrome plated brass, these 

locking grips are secured 

by an Allen set 

screw to the back of 

your pin badges ensuring 

that you will 

Never lose that precious pin badge 

again! 

12 grips are supplied per each pack 

(Allen key supplied) the price is £4.00 

per pack (for Peak riders). The price 

includes Post and Packing in the UK, 

Payment can be by using Paypal to : 

ultraglider2@btinternet.com or Personal 

cheque to Brian Ward, 

Stoneleigh, The Yeld, Bakewell, 

DE45 1FH 

If you want to advertise in the news letter 

please contact the editor. 

preditor@qtg.co.uk

July - Peak Riders

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?