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ABOUT THECOVERJon Hladych (GWRRA #264863, ofDidsbury,Alberta, Canada) standswith his and his wife’s (Karen)2006 Gold Wing GL1800 inArizona on their 2007 trip to theU.S. They say that, with the help ofthe GWRRA website and the helpof U.S. Gold Book Members priorto, and during, their trip,“We had afabulous holiday touring yourbeautiful country”. Jon & Karenadd that,“We put on 8000 km(4970 miles) through Idaho,Washington, down the Oregon andCalifornia coastlines, inland toSacramento, down to LA, to 29Palms, then up through Arizonaand Nevada.”New“Where’s Wingy”Contest(See page 70for details.)Advertisers Listing .............................................70Association Leader Listing ...............................73A Word from Your Executive Director...........7Classics Corner..................................................24Classifieds.............................................................71Events....................................................................71Finishing Touches................................................82Golden Dealers ..................................................16GWRRA Official Products...............................78See Page 38.CONTENTSDEPARTMENTSGWRRA/Rescue Application...........................67Hall of Fame ........................................................77In Memoriam.......................................................77In the Zone............................................................4Just Jokin’..............................................................67Member Benefits ................................................57Motorcycle Goodies..........................................68News Briefs .........................................................18Northern Reflections ..........................................8February 2009 • Volume 32 Issue 2Page 24 Page 52 Page 58FeaturesMajor Repairs—Dealing with the Dealer...........................................................................46Share Your Ride—Via an Online Photo Album!................................................................52Ways to Pack Light and Trailer Options .............................................................................58The Gift of Riding.....................................................................................................................61Info BytesNew Department: International News & Views ...............................................................12Understanding the Couple of the Year Program..............................................................30Product Previews ...............................................20Readers’ Responses...........................................10Readers’ Rides ....................................................80Tulsa CVB Presents ...........................................39Wing Ding 31 Application................................63Wing Ding Housing ...........................................65Wing Ding RV and Camping Sites..................66Workbench..........................................................32ON-LINE • WING WORLD • JANUARY & FEBRUARYuser name: Happy • password: HolidaysF R I E N D S F O R F U N , S A F E T Y A N D K N O W L E D G EFebruary 2009 3

In the ZoneSharon Stanley • Editor • editor@gwrra.orgWhen NOT to Teach anOld Dog New Tricks!Well, I hope everyone’s winter seasonhas been—and will continue to be—asafe one and also one in which you’veperhaps had a chance to brush up onsafe riding practices. Speaking of which,I’d like to share with you one of the saferiding practices I should’ve learned along time ago.It happened over last year’s ThanksgivingDay week.And it was an “adventure”—akalesson—that reminded me that sometimesone’s desire to teach an old dog (in this case,me) new tricks might be better left to rideswith which one is more familiar.What I’m referring to is a holiday road tripI took north to visit my uncle in Vermont.Andthough thankfully I learned my lesson whiletraveling on four wheels instead of two, thegist of it applies to two-wheeled travel all thesame.Before the trip, I realized several old roadtrip standbys—that of pulling out a topographicalmap, paying attention to weatherreports, and being prepared for possiblebreakdowns—should remain important, Idecided instead that my new GPS unit and“James Bond-type” cell phone would beenough. After all, I reasoned, the GPS will guideme right there and I can pull up anything off theWeb on my phone if I need to. New trickslearned on a brand-new road trip with no oldtricks as backup? Bad idea.Okay, so the background for this illequippedholiday sojourn is that it had beenmany years since I had visited the lovely stateof Vermont and ridden its byways. My first mistakewas in assuming Vermont was flatter thanit was.My second mistake was in assuming a GPSunit would serve me well there.Actually, goodGPS units are fairly accurate throughoutVermont; however, they often fail to recognizewhen a mountain pass has been shut down forthe winter—an occurrence that happens quitefrequently.Finally, I counted too much on my majorcell phone carrier’s claim that it can pick up asignal anywhere. I can always call if I need assistance,I believed. Wrong! Apparently my carrierhas yet to visit all the gorgeous, andextreme, hills and valleys that state has tooffer.The long and short of it is that the car’s fuelinjection line sprang a leak in the middle ofnowhere, there was no cell coverage and nota single auto parts store for dozens of miles,and we wound up heading up a huge mountainpass straight into an oncoming blizzard—atnight no less.Well thankfully, there’s one “old trick” Inever leave home without—my trusty oldroad atlas—and it all turned out okay. But itdid remind me that discarding all of our “oldroad trip tricks” in favor of only new ones canbe a mistake. Though it’s good to learn newtricks, it’s also good to remember when NOTto teach ourselves them—namely, on a longdistancejourney into unfamiliar territory duringunknown weather conditions.Just thought that’s one “road trip lesson”I’d like to share with you all before many ofyour riding seasons have again begun and whilemany of us are still anxiously trying to figureout how to use all those cool new Christmasgadgets we received.Oh, and one more thought—since theinvaluable Gold Book is an actual book and cantherefore be switched back and forth betweenyour Wing and any other vehicle you’re riding/driving,why not take it with you every timeyou travel? I’m sure the GWRRA Members init will be helpful, regardless of your mode oftransportation. But hopefully, unlike mine, yourcell will work when you do!●4 Wing World

Publication No.: USPS No. 462-550Publication No.: CPC No. 40032110PUBLISHERINB PUBLICATIONSPublishers for GWRRAEDITORSharon Stanleyeditor@gwrra.org(623) 581-2500, extension 253SENIOR TECHNICAL EDITORStu OltmanTECHNICAL CONTRIBUTORHoward HalaszCONTRIBUTING WRITERRandy PowellCONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERSJerry & Leisa ChildersEDITORIAL ASSISTANTTina VasquezADVERTISING SALESsales@inb.net(623) 581-5900 • Fax: (623) 516-7832Jodi Lipson—ext. 244Gaetana Manuele—ext. 214ART DIRECTORKeith Smithksmith@inb.netINB • (623) 581-5900Home Office Hours (MST)Monday - Thursday: 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Wing World ISSN #0745-273X is published monthly byINB Publications at One Deer Valley Road, Suite #300,Phoenix, AZ 85027. Phone (623) 581-5900. ALL RIGHTSRESERVED. All letters, articles, art and photographs submittedbecome the property of GWRRA and are subject to editingand alteration. Reprint of articles or quote excerpts is grantedwhen full credit is given to source. Send all addresschanges, notices, undeliverable copies, subscriptions, letters,contributions, editorials and requests to:GWRRA, INC.Home Office:21423 N. 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027P.O. Box 42450 • Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450(800) 843-9460 • (623) 581-2500FAX (623) 581-3844www.gwrra.orgFor GWRRA Memberships, QuestionsAbout Wing World Contents, Subscriptionsor Member Inquiries, Call(800) 843-9460 or (623) 581-2500e-mail: customerservice@gwrra.orgPRINTED IN U.S.A. By Publication PrintersPeriodicals postage paid at Phoenix, Arizona &additional mailing offices.POSTMASTER: Send address changes to:Wing World, P.O. Box 42450Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450.Send Canadian returns to:P.O. Box 240, Station A,Windsor, ON N9A6K7COPYRIGHT© 2009 Gold Wing Road Riders Association,Inc. GWRRA (a nonprofit organization) is a completelyseparate entity from Honda Motor Company, Ltd., and is notaffiliated with any organization. Honda®, Gold Wing®,Aspencade®, Interstate®, Valkyrie® and Hondaline® areHonda trademarks. Gold Wing Road Riders Association usedby permission of and agreement with American Honda MotorCompany, Inc.Publication of any article, photograph, illustration oradvertisement should not be construed as an endorsement byGWRRA of specific products, accessories or practices. Theopinions expressed in the articles in Wing World are theopinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect theviewpoint of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association.6 Wing World

A WORD FROMYOUR EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR2009is here, and the holidaysare behind us.2008 was a roughyear in many ways, particularly with the stockmarkets being down and the tough economy inthe U.S. and elsewhere. I know you are with mein hoping that this coming year is going to bemuch better.For our part, we are trying to find newways to help you, our Members, in any way thatwe can.And we have two new options for 2009.We are now offering a payment plan for your membership renewal.You can now renew your membership for one, two, or three years andmake two payments: Simply pay half the first month you renew and therest the following month.There will be no additional charges or stepsthat you will have to go through. Just pay with a credit card and let usknow you would like the two-payment option.This works out great forthe three-year renewal because you can save $15 and be able to spreadout the cost over two months. We hope that being able to make twopayments for any membership level will help those of you who havebeen hit hard by the economy and/or who are on a fixed income.And remember that even a one-year individual membership costsonly about $3.75 per month yet brings you many—and increasing—Member Benefits. Not only will you have security when you travel—with the Gold Book and Rescue Roadside Assistance—you’ll also continueto receive Wing World magazine and remain a Member of an organizationwith tens of thousands of Members who are willing to help youwith just about anything you might need. All this is just a few dollars amonth.Keep in mind also that we’re continuing to negotiate with companies—likeOffice Max,Avis, and Budget (see “News Brief”, page 18, thisissue)—to add more and more Member Benefits for you. So don’t forgetto check out the benefits page on the GWRRA websiteMelissa EasonExecutive Directormeason@gwrra.orgBetter YearAhead—OurPlans to Help(www.gwrra.org) throughout 2009 to see whatnew discount packages we have been able toadd for you.Another big change for 2009 will be atWing Ding. We understand that the biggestexcitement for some at Wing Ding is who willwin a Gold Wing; however, we also know thatmost of you already own Gold Wings andcould probably use cash instead.Therefore, wehave decided that—in lieu of a 2010 GoldWing, we will give away $10,000 in cash instead. This way, the grandprize winner will also not incur any out-of-pocket expenses for havingwon a bike. Just think about all the great things you could do with$10,000! And you will not even need to be present to win (however, thewinning ticket will still be drawn at Closing Ceremonies).For anyone who has already purchased drawing tickets for the GoldWing, you should have already received a phone call from one of ourgreat Member Service representative notifying you of this change andallowing you the opportunity to transfer your bike tickets for the cashtickets. If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call at (800)843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (Phoenix area) or send us an email (customerservice@gwrra.org).We hope that these new payment options, discount packages, andmonetary grand prize will offer a little something for everyone duringthese times. If you have suggestions on ideas you would like us to lookinto, please let me know. You can email me at meason@gwrra.org.I look forward to hearing from you as we head together farther intothis new year of 2009.Enjoy the Ride,Melissa Eason“Every Member Matters”●February 2009 7

Winter Ramblings of a MotorcyclistBy Gordon Murphy• gmwing@nf.sympatico.caWinter is not my favorite time ofthe year. Now that may seem likea strange statement coming froma person who lives in an area likeNewfoundland and Labrador, where theadvent of a snowstorm is not an uncommonoccurrence during the winter period. But I’mnot a “winter person”. Of course, I’m also nota real hot weather “lie on the beach” kind ofperson, either. So what kind of person am I?Now, before my so-called friends jump inand provide their unsolicited and unpaid psychiatricassessment of what I am, let me hastento tell you what I’m not. (And I can almosthear the rattle of the paper now as everyonerushes to turn to a more interesting page inWing World with the muttered imprecation:“Who cares?”)…I know, I know, it’s pretty dry and uninterestingstuff isn’t it? But understand, we’re inthe middle of winter up here, and there arenot a lot of interesting things to write about.Just bear with me on this please.Now where was I? Oh yes. Before I wasinterrupted, I was about to tell you what I’mnot.Despite my living in a recognized “snowbelt”area in winter, I’m not much of a snowmobiler.(Is that even a word?) Well, you knowwhat I mean.While I have been on snowmobileadventures to some of the best snowmobilecountry in North America—around the GrosMorne National Park area in westernNewfoundland—I’m not really “into” snowmobiling.Tome, the evening camaraderie backat the cabin is more enjoyable than the day onthe snowmobile.I’m also not a skier, even though we havewonderful ski slopes in this Province. But (andI know this is a trite saying) the thought oftraveling at breakneck speed and then the suddenstop at the bottom of a steep incline isenough to check any impulse I might have totry the sport.Those who don’t mind strappinga set or runners on their feet and barrelingdown the side of a snow covered mountain,however, do seem to really enjoy their sport.And, you know, I do enjoy some aspects ofour winters. I enjoy a walk through the woodson a bright, sunshiny day, with everythingsparkling white and the sounds of the birdsplaying their musical games in the treetops.And there is something exhilarating andrefreshing about breathing the clean winter air.I also do enjoy, believe it or not, shovelingsnow from my driveway—but only if I can doit in an unhurried fashion. There is a sense ofaccomplishment, albeit short-lived, in gettingthe driveway cleaned out in time for the nextsnowstorm.Now, though, I’ll get to the part you’ve allbeen waiting for—not just what I like, butwhat I am.I am an avid motorcyclist!While some people find their greatestrecreational enjoyment in cutting a paththrough the snow on their snowmobile or skisand others enjoy nothing better than boatingor setting up their RV among friends in theirfavorite campground, I happen to get my greatestenjoyment when riding my Gold Wing.To my mind, there is little to compare witha ride—either in the company of friends or, onoccasion, by myself—on my GL1800 over theopen highway on a bright, sunny day. I likewhen there is just enough wind to keep mecool, my mind is in neutral, and I can just enjoythe sights, sounds and smells around me.Ah –h – h – h, such luxury!But I’d better stop my winter rambling herebefore my mind gets fully in gear and I branchoff into some of the really wonderful rides Ihave had over the years. Maybe I’ll save someof those for an upcoming editorial.Anyway thank you, dear reader, for stayingwith me to the end of this article, becausethat’s where we are—at the end.And yes, I can hear the collective sighs ofrelief! And, no, I can’t wait for spring so that Ican enjoy what I most definitely am—a motorcyclist!Bon jour!●8 Wing World

More on Squiggly RoadsAlittle bemusedly, I have been followingthe correspondence about “SquigglyRoads in the U.S.” (Story, page 48 of October2008; follow-up commentaries in “Readers’Responses” section of subsequent magazineissues). And being of a curious bent, andsomething of a Google Earth pilot myself, Ihave taken two of the rides recommended bymy brother and sister Members—Pepe & SueMaxwell’s “Tail of the Dragon” (in Tennessee)and Larry Clark’s “Ripshin Ridge” (“Readers’Responses”, November 2008 issue).Squiggly? Really? May I suggest that all theGoogle Earth pilots out there in GWRRAland load up “Motueka, New Zealand” to“Takaka, New Zealand”.If squiggly road riders want more, get on aplane, look me up and I can give you somereal twisters!John ReillyGWRRA #251151Christchurch, New ZealandMore to the Matt MaupinStory in the November IssueThough the sentiment about Matt Maupin’sfuneral (page 16, November 2008 WingWorld issue) and the honor shown him by allwas very true, the story/letter itself was not,in at least one spot, exactly accurate.The 12 Patriot Guard Riders (actually anescort in the front of the funeral procession)were selected from the hundreds of PGRmembers who wanted to be there. This wasplanned out well in advance. Some PGRmembers stood Flag Line at Great AmericanBall Park; others escorted the processionalong the route but did not enter the cemeteryas planned. (I have no idea how manyPGR members or GWRRA Members werethere in total, but I would estimate in thehundreds for both.)These named organizations also hadmembers from several states; I rememberseven. There were many other clubs and/orindividuals there, and I could not begin toremember all the names I saw displayed.Themost common estimate of motorcycles Iheard was around four thousand.I have been a GWRRA Member for threeyears and a patriot guard member for twoand-a-half.I’ve also been a motorcycle riderfor close to 50 years.I’d advise anyone interested in honoringveterans to go to the PGR website (www.patriotguard.org) and, if the mission statementapplies to them, join us.P.S. – I just wanted everyone to know thatWe reserve the right to edit or excerptReaders’ Responses. Send typed, dated andsigned letters to “Readers’ Responses,” WingWorld, P.O. Box 42450, Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 or by email to editor@gwrra.org.there were many more people—GWRRA,PGR, and otherwise—who attended Matt’sfuneral and its procession.And, as PGR’s missionstatement reads (in part) that: We donot care what you ride or if you ride.In fact, there is a group of us aroundDayton, Ohio, who attend PGR missions alot—men and woman, riders/non-riders, andbikes that include H-D (Sportster, RoadKing), Honda (GL1200, GL1500, GL1800,VTX1300, VTX 1800, pocket rocket, Shadow),Stars, BMW, and everything else. All are welcomed.Robert L Lindsey,GWRRA #213692Patriot Guard Rider asOld Silver Honda RiderHow Can I Make Wingers Awareof These Two Organizations?Sharon, as both a GWRRA Member, a veteran,and the State Coordinator forWarriors Watch (Ohio), I very much appreciatedyour editorial in the November issue ofWing World.I have ridden with the Patriot GuardRiders and am now launching Ohio forWarriors Watch. I find that many fellowWingers have not heard of either of thesetwo leading groups in this arena. How can Iget this info out to the Districts andChapters?John W. BitemanGWRRA #289275CSA, LUTCFEd. Note: One vet to another, John,consider it done—the Warriors Watchwebsite is www.warriorswatch.org andthe Patriot Guard Riders website iswww.patriotguard.org.It is a Foreign Transaction FeeIneed to correct a “Wing World Correction”that appeared in the October 2008 issue. Iwould bet that there have been a number ofcomments about Denis Côté’s assertion that“The fee charged by the credit card companyis the currency exchange rate and not atransaction fee.”In fact—and though I can only speakfor my own credit card company—there is a3% charge for using my credit card outsidethe U.S.As an example, a $39.86 purchase inCanadian Dollars resulted in a charge to myaccount of $37.46—a direct result of theexchange rate at the time. Then, a ForeignTransaction Fee of $1.12 (3% of $37.46) wasadded to my account.I could cite many more transactions, as wejust spent a long weekend in Quebec City,Quebec, recently. I have also talked with others,including my credit card company, aboutthis fee, and it is applied to all ForeignTransactions. But paying U.S. cash can be evenmore expensive. At some restaurants, theytold us it would cost us 10% more to usecash. Go figure!Sean McCarthyGWRRA #39562Beverly, MassachusettsNot the Friendliest of ExchangesDear Sharon, it was a pleasure talking toyou about the recent phone call I hadwith one of the companies that was featuredin a recent Wing World magazine article(“Jacket Overview & Cold Weather Options”,page 45, November 2008). I am now writingin to share with other Members the conversationI had with the company named Tonker.I called Tonker on October 17, 2008, andasked the salesman about a jacket. It was alow-cost Tour Master Advanced CortechJacket (Not the 1.0 version). The salesmantold me they did not advertise in Wing Worldmagazine. I said the article was about thejackets that are available.Well, the next thingI know, the salesman says to me “Why areyou so hostile?” I said,“I’m not hostile.” Thenthe salesman said to me “You sound like oneof them [expletive] Gold Wing Riders.” I said“Does that mean you don’t want to sell me ajacket?” He then called me an [expletive] andhung up.I waited for about 10 minutes and thencalled back to talk to the owner.The salesmanwho talked to me like that said he was theowner. He then said to me “Is this the GoldWing guy?” I said “Yes, and I want to be nice.”He said “Okay. What can I do for you?” Iexplained what I wanted and then he said thatjacket was no longer available. Check thewebsite for what is available and the pricesare there. I said “Thank you”, then I apologizedand said goodbye.I just thought other Members shouldknow.Thank you.Glenn ZornesGWRRA #256987Gladys,Virginia●10 Wing World

“International News & Views” is a new Wing World department aimed at providing information submitted byGWRRA Members who live outside the U.S. or by U.S. Members who have information to share about something thathas occurred in a country other than the U.S.This first installment is dedicated to the memory of InternationalDirector of Global Affairs and UK Region Director Lesley Kennedy, who passed away suddenly last fall.Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame Inductee2008 CMHF Inductees. Ron is pictured in back row, center, with beard.(Photo: Canadian Motorcycle Hall of Fame)As a result of my successful racing career that spanned the years1966 to 1974, I (Ron Keys, GWRRA #220254, of Newcastle,Ontario, Canada) was inducted into the Canadian Motorcycle Hall ofFame on October 25, 2008, at the Renaissance Inn and ConventionCentre in Toronto.My career of racing involved success both in Canada and the USAand was mainly within the realm of motocross, but also flat track, andISDT competitions. Should you be interested in viewing more on thesubject, here is the CMHF website: http://www.motorcyclehalloffame.ca/.Last Year’s Region J RallyBy Phil & Margaret Craven, Region J DirectorsIn 2005, after the Region J Rally in Chemainus, British Columbia, thenRegion J Directors Ron & Carol Hodgson were approached by thenYukon Director Earl Hayden. He asked if the Region could possibly lookat holding a future Rally in Whitehorse,Yukon Territory.After some discussion with the Region Staff, it was agreed that thiswould indeed take place. Since the 2006 Rally had already beenannounced (Ainsworth Hot Springs, British Columbia), 2007 wasagreed upon.However after the announcement at Wing Ding 28 that Wing Ding29 was heading back to Billings, it was decided to move our 2007 Rallyto Lethbridge, Alberta, the weekend prior to Wing Ding. This hadproven to be a great success at previous Wing Dings in Billings becauseof the proximity of the two locations.Now it was up to us, current Region Directors Phil & MargaretCraven, to ask the Whitehorse Chapter,YT-A, if they would be willingto wait until 2008 and host the Rally then.Soon enough, the date for the Rally approached and there wasexcitement on the air waves as this northern Rally grew—many attendeesdecided to combine the Rally with an Alaska trip. But one weekbefore the Rally, we received an ominous email stating that snow wasfalling in Whitehorse.Also, one of the campgrounds we had planned onusing was under renovations, though we were told it would be readyfor our Rally.Margaret and I planned on leaving early for Whitehorse, as we knewwe had a long ride afterward to Wing Ding in Greenville, SouthCarolina.We planned a leisurely ride, camping and sightseeing, and leftour home in Ainsworth on June 12.The first day was a little cool as werode the mountain passes up to Kamloops. Next day, we hit heavy rainand—much of our trip—had to keep on our rain suits. It was also quitechilly at times, but we had a wonderful ride. (By the way, for anyoneinterested in early pioneer life, Barkerville, British Columbia, is a mustsee.).Next, we headed toward Prince George and then on to DawsonCreek—Mile 0 on the Alaska Highway—where the weather took a turnfor the better, we had a chance to visit with our son (who had recentlymoved there), and we began to see other Wingers on the roads.Theirwaves, and the occasional CB conversations, made us feel that we wereno longer by ourselves. At the campgrounds there, we visited withother rally-bound Members who were also taking extra time to sightseeon their way to Whitehorse. (In case you don’t already know, theAlaska Highway to Whitehorse is picturesque, with lots of wildlife.)We arrived in Whitehorse in a torrential rainstorm, which made itdifficult to find our aforementioned destination campground.We foundthat the renovations were not yet complete but, thankfully, the folks atthe other campground in town (High Country RV) went out of theirway to find room for us all.Once at the Rally site, we found that the Whitehorse Chapter hadleft little for us to do except to assist with packing the registrationpacks with the Rally pins—and a few brochures—that I had broughtalong. Otherwise, everything was ready, and it was “On with the show!”Registration was a breeze as everyone arrived ready to enjoy ourfirst Rally in the Yukon. At the last count, we had 197 Members registered.The Chapter welcomed everyone with a meet-and-greet withmusic by a local band, ceremonies hosted by local dignitaries, and ourNational Anthems sung by a local youth.Afterward, Members enjoyed a search for a poke of gold, after visitinglocal sights for clues. A poker run took them to Skagway, Alaska.Then there was the Grand Parade through town and, of course, theMidnight Sun Bun Run. We had approximately 88 bikes take that midnightride to the home of the biggest cinnamon buns you have everseen!Closing night came far too soon, as we had enjoyed the friendshipof our Members from all our Districts and some of our visitingMembers from the U.S. Ceremonies were kept to a minimum, with theintroduction of Region J’s Chapter of the Year—British Columbia,Chapter D, of Surrey—and runner-up—Alberta, Chapter B, ofEdmonton.Then there was a “Thank-you” to all the sponsors.The meal and show on Saturday night provided more fun and somegood photo opportunities as the Snowshoe Can-Can dancers recruitedsome new Members.The next morning, it was time for us to leaveto head for Wing Ding 30. Thankfully, we rode part of the way withCanadian Directors Ron & Carol Hodgson and Region J MADCoordinator Randy Westby because we had broken a speedo cable andcouldn’t get a new one until Edmonton.This Rally really showed us what a small, dedicated group of Wingerslike YT-A can do. It also gave rise to a request from our Alaska Membersto host the Region J Rally. Hopefully this will be at a future date on ourcalendar.To everyone in the Yukon, thanks for a great Rally. It is hard to singleanyone out, but special thanks must go to Alma Riehl for keeping meinformed and for keeping everyone on track, and also to Buddy McCue,Yukon District Director, for recruiting me for the snowshoe dancers(By the way, Buddy, I have a long memory!)For photos of the 2008 Region J Rally, visit the Yukon District website(http://gwrra-regionj.ca/Yukon/gallery2.html).And don’t forget, the next Region J Rally is in Maple Ridge, BritishColumbia July 31 - August 3, 2009.We’d love to see you there!12 Wing World

In Memory of Lesley Kennedy, International Directorof Global Affairs and UK Region DirectorThis article is written in memory of Lesley Kennedy, partner of PeterRussell (International Director of Global Affairs).Lesley passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at her and Peter’shome in Mottingham, London, England on October 1 of last year.Lesley’s cremation was held on the 14th of October at a local crematorium.It was attended by about 300 people, including her family fromCanada and friends fromNorway and Israel who hadcome to say a final farewell. Inaddition to GWRRA, Lesleyand Peter also belonged to theGold Wing Owners’ Club ofGreat Britain (Capital Wings)and a cavalcade of Gold Wingsescorted the hearse to thecrematorium.Lesley was probably knownto everyone who has everattended a Wing Ding, as shewas quite a distinctive lady andleft a lasting impression on allwho came into contact withLesley was well-traveled as an Ambassadorfor GWRRA. Here she is on a trip to Israel,where the first GWRRA Chapter there, ISR-A,was chartered in October of 2007.her. Lesley had a warm andgenerous nature and a lovelysmile.We (Peter and MaryDonoghue, UK EN-A) firstmet Lesley and Peter ata club meeting held byKent Wings (part of theGold Wing Owners’Club of Great Britain)about eight years ago.Since then, we hadformed a close friendshipwith them, and wehave many happy memoriesof times spentwith Peter and Lesley.One of those memoriesis that we used tomeet up with Lesleyand Peter at WingDings and, in 2004, wewent to America withthem for three weeks,taking in the Wing Dingat Grapevine duringour travels. Lunch anddinner dates and longweekends are amongLesley was well-known for her love of Teddy Bears.Here, she poses with AR-B’s mascot “Buzzy Bear” andPeter at Wing Ding 29 in Billings, Montana.the other memories that we will treasure of many happy times spentwith them.As you may or may not know, Lesley was well-known for her collectionof Teddy Bears. Many people referred to her as “The Teddy BearLady”.When Lesley and Peter first got together, Peter purchased a largeTeddy Bear for her called “Big Ted” to keep her company when he wasnot at home. This was the start of the collection of Teddy Bears towhich Lesley had added for the last 25 years. Everywhere in the worldLesley and Peter went, she would take two or three bears with her.And14 Wing World

when she returned home, Lesley would bringwith her more additions to her bear family—most of which were given to her by friendsmade during their endless travels. At the lastcount, there were well over 1,000 bears withBig Ted, of course, as the gang leader.Lesley was a very widely travelled person,and she and Peter journeyed all over theworld as Ambassadors for GWRRA, makingfriends and opening new Chapters. Amongthe many countries they visited in thisrespect are Iceland, Norway, Israel, NewZealand, Australia—in fact, you name it andthey have probably been there. They hadfriends in nearly every country in the world.Peter has since taken some of Lesley’sashes back to Canada (her mother country)to be with her late parents.A special memorialservice was held in her hometown inCanada and was attended by her family andclose friends there.Lesley was a very special lady, not only tous but to everyone who ever met her. Shemade you feel special and had time for everyone.Now she is gone, and we are sure wespeak for everyone who knew her when wesay she will be sadly missed.Peter has lost a much-loved partner andsoul mate, and we have lost a very dearfriend. But Lesley’s memory will live on in ourhearts.●By Dixon “Y” Machine, LLCThe Alternative to a TrailerAlso Available Bike Half Covers,Windshield/Dash Covers, and more!www.pakitrak.comDesigned to be Attractive and Affordable.Also Available for GL1500 & Trikes!GL1800707-678-2375WE DIDN'T TAKE AN AUTOMOTIVE TRAILER,PUT IT BEHIND YOUR BIKEAND CALL IT A MOTORCYCLE TRAILER!Most motorcycle trailer companies take an automotive utilitytrailer design, attach it to your bike and call it a motorcycletrailer without a thought about how the dynamics of towinga trailer with a motorcycle are vastly different than with a car.At Bushtec, we consider everything about a motorcycle thatmakes towing a trailer unique and have designed our trailersfrom the ground up to compliment the way that a motorcycleworks. This is one case where it pays to buy a purpose builtproduct, not adapted to it! To find out more, call, e-mail or visitour website because at Bushtec, there is a dynamic difference.Quantum GL Roadstar Turbo+2 Quantum Sportwww.bushtec.com bushtec@aol.com 423.562.9900 423.562.991 FaxP.O. Box 459 • 180 Mt. Paran Rd. Jacksboro, TN 37757February 2009 15

A selection of Member-written letters saluting excellent service.Jim’s Motorcycle SalesJohnson City,TennesseeLast July, my wife and I were close to finishingour 3,000-mile trip from our home inGeorgia to upstate New York and back. Wewere on our way from Roanoke,Virginia, andheading to Hendersonville, North Carolina,when we encountered fairly heavy rain lateSunday morning just outside of Johnson City,Tennessee. But worse than that, we had apparentlypicked up something on the highway thatpunctured our back tire.Very quickly, we found ourselves in anuncertain—and very wet—set of circumstanceson the side of the highway in a placewe had never been before.While we were waiting on the side of thehighway for a tow, someone in a car pulledalongside our bike.The driver asked if we wereokay, and I explained the situation to him. Itold him that we anticipated that our bikewould be towed to Jim’s Motorcycle Sales,since it was listed in our Gold Wing RoadRiders Association’s Gold Book and was mentionedby one of the GWRRA Members inJohnson City who was also listed in the GoldBook.Amazingly, the driver informed me that he,in fact, worked at Jim’s.And since the shop wasclosed on Sundays, he agreed to talk to someonewho might be able to get our bike andtrailer inside for the night for security reasons.A few minutes later, I received a phone callfrom Kirk Hayes, an associate with Jim’s, whoasked about our tire. He informed me thatonce the tow truck arrived with our bike, hewould have some of the staff from Jim’s readyto change the tire. Now, clearly, that was unexpected.Within an hour or so of arriving at Jim’s,our tire was replaced. (Keep in mind this wason a day that the shop was closed!) And Kirkeven threw in two Jim’s Motorcyles Sales T-shirts for free! As Kirk explained it to my wife,he had been in similar circumstances while outriding and knew what it was like to need assistance.We ended up cancelling our accommodationsin Hendersonville, stayed in Johnson Citythat night, and enjoyed a breathtaking ridethrough the mountains between Johnson Cityand Hendersonville on Monday morning. Itwas great because not only did we have a newback tire but plenty of sunshine as well.My wife and I are extremely grateful forthe respect, courtesy, and care we receivedfrom the staff of Jim’s Motorcycle Sales duringa time when we had few resources at our disposal.Whilethese weren’t the easiest circumstancesby which to obtain a new T-shirt (or anew back tire, for that matter!) we do havesome happy memories of an event that did notstart out as an easy one.And by the way, in case you’re wondering,the Gold Book does work!Phil HowardGWRRA #268369Toccoa Falls, GeorgiaAll Sports, Inc.Regina, SaskatchewanIwould like to say thanks again to Darcy Shawand the guys at All Sports, Inc., in Regina,Saskatchewan for their efforts to get us backon the road quickly.My wife Joyce and I were returning hometo Michigan from what was supposed to be a19-day trip to Prince Rupert, British Columbia.Joyce rides a 2006 Suzuki Bergman Executive,and I ride a 1500 SE.As we were making our way throughdowntown Regina on the Trans CanadianHighway, Joyce hit a banana shaped piece ofsteel that we believe came from some sort offarm equipment. The item was propelled offher front tire and into her rear wheel, whichinstantly went flat.Joyce did an excellent job of keeping thebike upright and in a straight line while travelingat 65 mph. She got the bike over to theshoulder, where we discovered that the tirewas not only flat but that the rim was bent aswell.The next exit was in sight, so we hobbledour way up the ramp and into a churchparking lot.There we were, at 6 p.m., not only in astrange town but in an unfamiliar country.What does one do? Well, you break out theGold Book!After scanning the listings for Members inthe area, I settled on the name Al Schultzbecause he had the most letters next to hisname indicating what help he was able to offer.I figured if one of those codes meant he had atrailer, I had called the right guy.And, it woundup I did call the right guy for a lot of reasons!Within an hour after calling him, Al pulledinto the lot with a beautiful trailer that he hadhand-built and was perfect for the job. Luckily,the only Suzuki dealer in the entire area—perhapsthe entire country—was only a short distanceaway. And it happened that Al knew thesales manager at the dealer (All Sports) personally,gave him (Darcy), a call and left a messagefor him to call back.We then drove into town and Al took us toa hotel that was near the dealership. Afterchecking in, we had dinner and waited forDarcy’s return call. At around 9 p.m., Darcycalled.Al told him of our predicament and hadasked if he could open the shop so we couldstore the bike securely inside.Within minutes,we had the bike unloaded and at the dealerso it could be looked at first thing in themorning.As luck would have it, the wheel wasdestroyed and had to be replaced. Now sincea rear wheel for a 650 scooter is not a commonitem, the part had to be ordered from adealer in Toronto. It was shipped next dayovernight and was received at 10:30 the nextmorning. (We were quite fortunate, becausehad the wheel not made it on Friday morning,we would have been stranded until Mondaybecause there are no freight deliveries on theweekend.)Al checked on us often throughout the dayand made sure we were okay. He invited us tohis home and told us of a group ride we wereinvited to on Saturday if necessary. In fact, theowner at All Sport was going to offer a room inhis home for the weekend if we were stuck!I can’t say enough about the kindness andgenerosity everyone showed us in Regina.Weno longer feel stranded when we travel, andwe made new friends while we were there.I’m glad to have my name in the Gold Bookand hope that, someday, I can be as much helpto a stranded rider as GWRRA Member Al,along with Darcy and the other folks at AllSports, were to us.Bob & Joyce SchwinkGWRRA #129733Warren, Michigan●16 Wing World

N E W S • B R I E F SNew Chapter Chartered!GWRRA welcomes the following new Chapter to our family!—Chapter MO-L of El Dorado Springs, Missouri, led by Kevin Wills andLisa Nelson.Wing World CorrectionsIn two recent articles, attribution for a photographerwas inadvertently omitted. In the “Region KRendezvous Pictorial Recap” (page 60, November2008), GWRRA Region K Webmaster Arthur Smithshould have been listed as one of the photographers.In the “Ten Ways to Keep Two-Wheeling intoWinter” article (page 74, December issue), Sunny Phipps (GWRRA#120941, of Moxee,Washington) should have been credited with the uniqueself-portrait shot (seen here), taken on Chinook Pass in Washington State.Fun "Route 66 Passport Program" to Wing Ding 31In keeping with the 2009 Wing Ding theme of "Cruising to the PowWow", we are creating a "Route 66 Passport Program".The Program allows delegates who use the Mother Road to approachTulsa, Oklahoma, to gather "passport tokens" at specific stops along the way.After obtaining the required number of tokens, a delegate will be eligible towin one of three great Küryakyn prizes at Opening Ceremonies.So plan to take Route 66—and stay tuned for more details!“Where’s Wingy” Contest Winner for December IssueCongratulations go to John Howe of Chantilly, Virginia, forfinding “Wingy” (seen here) on page 20 of the December 2008issue.Wingy was located in the WAGS Trailer ad (on the Upperright rear side of the first cargo trailer). John won $50; and youcould, too! Just search for Wingy—he’ll be located in one of theads in each month’s issue—and send in your entry. (For complete rules andeligibility requirements, see page 70 of this issue.)GWRRA Announces New Avis/Budget Discount ProgramMelissa Eason, Executive Director of GWRRA, is pleased to announce anew Member Discount Benefit Program which she has contracted with Avisand Budget Rent A Car. The program provides an exclusive discount forGWRRA Members and includes not only U.S. Members* and CanadianMembers but all our International Members as well.Members in the U.S.* or Canada will receive a 5% discount off the lowestavailable discountable time and mileage retail rates when usingGWRRA’s Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number W699500 or theBudget Corporate Discount (BCD) number Z998400.GWRRA’s International Members will receive the following discounts:20% Western Europe; 10% Africa and Middle East; 15% Asia and Pacific; 10%Latin America and the Caribbean, including Puerto Rico and the VirginIslands.Members are also encouraged to sign up for complimentary AvisPreferred Service® or Budget Fastbreak® service that let you skip the lineand go directly to your car. To sign up, just visit the GWRRA homepage atwww.gwrra.org, select the news article from “Recent News” and follow theclick-through button there (or go to the bottom of the page and click onthe “Avis” or “Budget” buttons.) It’s that easy!Melissa notes that “Of course we all prefer our Gold Wings as our mainmode of transportation, but for those times when you need to rent a car,please consider using GWRRA’s Avis and Budget Programs”. If you have anyquestions about the Program, please call GWRRA’s Customer ServiceDepartment at (800) 843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (Phoenix area). (*ThisProgram is not available in Alaska.)GWRRA Announces New Office Max Discount BenefitMelissa Eason, Executive Director of GWRRA, is pleased to announce anew Discount Program for all GWRRA Members that just began January 1,2009.Members are now eligible to take their Office Max Retail Connect Cardto any Office Max retail store location and receive discounts on a long listof products.This Retail Connect Card can be obtained by cutting it out ofthe appropriate page in this issue of the magazine (see coupon below) or bygoing to the Wing World magazine website at www.wingworldmag.com andprinting it from there.Afterward, just take the coupon to your local Office Max retail store tohave a permanent, laminated card prepared. The special number on eachcard will then be scanned when used, and GWRRA’s special pricing willautomatically appear at the register when you are ready to purchase yourproducts.“There are over 2,500 products that are specially priced…too many tolist. But you will certainly want to check out this Discount Program,” Melissaadds.For the Office Max retail store nearest your location, visit www.officemax.comand use the store finder there.GWRRA Announces the Inclusion of Some Bike RidingSkills Events into Other Events at This Year’s Wing DingGWRRA Executive Director Melissa Eason announces that, due to a lackof participation in recent past years, some bike riding skill events will nowbe combined with the One-Up and Two-Up Bike Games.Therefore, certainbike riding skill events will no longer be held as individual events at WingDing.Larger bike skill riding events—such as the Amazing Team Challenge—will continue to be held as individual events. And, of course, riding eventssuch as GWRRA’s Drill Team Performance will also continue on as individuallyplanned events.This announcement does not pertain to any of the Rider EducationCourses—which will be held as announced.●18 Wing World

KURYAKYNGL1800 BACKRESTKURYAKYNGL1800 ARMRESTSCall For FREE GL1800 & GL1500 CatalogNew Year Sale!LOW PRICE GUARANTEE! - WE WILL MEETANY ADVERTISED PRICE BY ANY COMPANYMention this ad to receive this pricing!#K8990 Ultimate comfort for theGL1800 Rider! $215.99KURYAKYNGL1800 SHARK GILLS#K7314 Aggressive, high-speedappearance $59.95#K8991 Matches the O.E.M.Texture and Color $173.95KURYAKYN GL1800LIGHTNING VALVE COVERS#K3901 Fit snugly right on top ofthe stock valve covers $114.95WARM-N-SAFEMEN’S HEATED JACKET LINERWARM-N-SAFE WOMEN’SHEATED JACKET LINERWARM-N-SAFECLASSIC HEATED GLOVESSUPERTOUR GLOVESWARM-N-SAFEMEN’S HEATED JACKET LINERProduces 100 Watts of heat.#3430 Small -3XL $179.95GOLD WINGFLEECE JACKETProduces 90 Watts of heat.#3431 XS - XL $179.95GOLD WINGSUPERTOUR JACKETDriver #3433, Passenger #3439XS - 2XL $116.95BAKER BUILTHAND WINGS#7300 Combined Leather andNylon Construction $62.99BAKER BUILTGOLD WING WIND WINGSSingle Portable H-T Coax#3434 $62.95Single Mounted H-T Coax#3435 $71.95Single Semi-Mounted H-T Coax#3436 $80.95Dual Portable H-T Coax#3437 $89.95Dual Mounted H-T Coax#3438 $107.95#7345 High Quality Fleece.S-XL $62.99, 2XL-3XL $67.99Heavy Duty Hitena Nylon ShellCallfor color & size $224.99GL1800 Part #H18HW $43.95GL1500 Part #H15HW $43.95GL1800 Part #5206 $129.95GL1500 Part #5203 $129.95TYPHOON II WINDSHIELDBEST SELLING WINDSHIELD!BIG BIKE PARTSTIREGARDJ&M5-PIN HEADSETPULSE TECH BATTERY CHARGER.Battery Lasts 5 Times Longer!GOLD WING GL1800SUPERBRACE#SC0361 Monitoring System forTwo Tires. Wireless $159.95RIVCOFLOOR BOARDSFits all GL1800s#2851 $395.95Available in Open Face.#HS-8154-OF $59.95WING MASTERBACKRESTBest Selling Backrest!All GL1800 #5004BLK $199.95#PT001 12-Volt 2.5A Chargerw/Pulse Maintenance $89.95KURYAKYNGL1800 LIGHTED TOWERSAds visibility with class#K445 $125.95All GL1800 #5518 $169.95Airbag Models #3502 $193.99KURYAKYN PERFORMANCEWINDSHIELD & AIR FOILWINDSHIELD #K1381 $230.95AIR FOIL #K1384 $103.95GL1500 Clear no vent#TC2000NV $149.00GL1500 Tinted no vent#TT2000NV $159.00GL1500 Clear w/vent#TC2000 $159.00GL1500 Tinted w/vent#TT2000 $169.00GL1800 Clear no vent#TC1800NV $149.00GL1800 Tinted no vent#TT1800NV $159.00GL1800 Clear w/vent#TC1800 $159.00GL1800 Tinted w/vent#TT1800 $169.00KURYAKYNCHROME GRILL FOR GL1800GL1800 CHROMESADDLEBAG EAGLE EMBLEMSINFINITY LIGHTFOR GL1800 TOUR BOXKURYAKYNGL1800 DRAGON WINGSDUNLOPELITE III TIRES#K7327 Chrome Grill $50.95#K7328 Grill with LED.s $88.95Eagle Trim for Saddlebag, Trunkor Fairing #3656 $24.95Fits All 2001-2008 GL1800#K4622 $245.00#K1388 Be in control of yourriding environment $143.95GL1800 Front #4080-78 $147.95GL1800 Rear #4180-56 $199.95GL1500 Front #4079-78 $135.95GL1500 Rear #4079-96 $171.951-800-872-9595 • www.chromeworld.com

Product Previews shares information provided to us by the vendors of the products and services contained herein;responsibility for readers’ satisfaction with all specifications and claims rests with the vendors.GENE’S GALLERY INTRODUCES TIREPRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEMGene’s Gallery, the oldestGold Wing accessorystore in the U.S., is introducingits Tire PressureMonitoring System for theHonda Gold Wing!The Gene’s GalleryTPMS system comes witheverything a rider needs,the company says—twosensors that mount to theexisting valve stems, LCDcontrol unit, batteries andsmall wrench for installationsand also used for batterychanging (2-3 year battery life with this watch battery). And installationtakes just a few minutes.Gene’s Gallery TPMS detects tire pressure from 10-50psi, tire temperaturein C or F degree readings, the ability to set high and low tirepressure warning values, and comes calibrated for PSI, BAR or KPAreadings. It also has a warning feature that will flash the display screenand beep to let you know if a tire needs your attention.The company adds that the greatest thing about its system is that thereadings are in real time, displaying tire pressures and temperatures forthe front and rear tires, not just illuminating a light on the dash.Gene’s Gallery says that on the OEM System from Honda, it requiresthe bike to be driven at 9 mph or more for 20 seconds minimum to geta reading. So you must get on your bike and ride it to check the dash,then stop to air up your tire if it’s low.With the Gene’s Gallery TPMS, they say you can walk up to yourbike, press one button on the control unit, and know your tire pressuresand temperatures before you even turn on the ignition! No more gettingdown on the ground, moving the bike to find the valve stems, thenchecking the tires, then finding air and repeating the process. Gene’sGallery says its Tire Pressure Monitor System makes for a safer ride, asyou will likely check your tires on a more regular basis. They also notethat it will save you time and keep your clothes cleaner, too.While there are other TPMS units on the market with the same functions,most retail from $169.99 to $199.99.Gene’s Gallery TPMS units retail at just $129.99—a savings of $40-$70—and fit GL1500s and GL1800s from 1998 to 2008. (Trike TPMScoming in 2009.)For more information and to order, contact Gene’s Gallery Inc. at(800) 728-4363 or visit www.genesgallery.com.wheel chock to beadded to the fullline of Titan automobileand motorcyclelifts and ispart of their everexpandingproductline.Tital Lifts saysthat—with its revolutionary,patentpendingdesign, the Titan Bulldog Moto Cradle is unlike any otherwheel chock on the market today. They say Titan’s patent-pending EZ-Load spring-action technology always returns the cradle to the loadposition, which allows the user to simply push the bike into the rockingcradle where the chock holds the vehicle securely upright.The cradle is made with a solid base so that the weight on the wheelis distributed evenly, and the patent-pending Cam-Clamping designgrips the tire as it rolls forward to give the bike extra lateral support. Therigid design, along with the rocking and locking Cam-Clamping cradle,make the Titan Bulldog Moto Cradle the safest and most secure wheelchock available on the market, Titan adds, and its solid steel constructionwith a sleek powder-coated finish is available in black, red, blue,orange or a black and orange combination.To guarantee the solid craftsmanship of this wheel chock, Titanoffers a standard two-year limited warranty on every Titan BulldogMoto Cradle sold. The warranty is the best on the market, the companysays. Adjustable to fit tires from 13” to 22” in diameter and 70mm to140mm in width, the Titan Bulldog Moto Cradle is perfect for supportinga wide variety of bikes in a garage, mounted in a trailer or evenon a lift, Titan says.Available exclusively through Titan distributors, Titan says its TitanBulldog Moto Cradle is another example that proves that—when itcomes to Titan Lifts—there is “Nothing Stronger.”For pricing, more information, and to order, call Titan Lifts at (888)908-4826 or visit www.titan-lifts.com.BIG BIKE PARTS® INTRODUCES ITS NEW,LOW PROFILECONTOUR TRUNK RACK TO ITS SHOW CHROME ACCESSORIES®LINE OF ACCESSORIES FOR THE HONDA GL1800 GOLD WINGTITAN LIFTS INTRODUCES THE NEWTITAN BULLDOG MOTO CRADLETitan Lifts introduces its new product, the Titan Bulldog MotoCradle. The company says the Titan Bulldog Moto Cradle is the first20 Wing World

Big Bike Parts says the unique design of its new, Low ProfileContour Trunk Rack incorporates a compound curve to match theGL1800’s trunk shape; the use of a compound curve allows this rack tobe thin, light and durable.The company says its stunning new trunk rack incorporates ShowChrome Accessories high luster chrome and non-slip rubber inserts forluggage bags. Designed to work with Big Bike Parts #4-603 HopnelLuggage Bag, the new design compliments Show Chrome Accessories’other products for the GL1800 that use rubber and chrome, Big BikeParts says, such as Show Chrome Accessories comfort grips, vantageboards, battery side covers and fork covers.Manufactured with superior quality components featuring CNC finishedaluminum, Big Bike Parts states, ensures this trunk rack will haveyears of reliable use and low maintenance—so add this item to yourGL1800 and start touring today!All necessary hardware is included to mount the rack to the GL1800Gold Wing trunk with or without OEM spoilers. (Big Bike Parts #52-803 - M.S.R.P $249.95.)For more information and to order, call (800) 826-2411 or visitwww.bigbikeparts.com.AEROSTITCH INTRODUCES ITS NEW TRANSIT SUITAerostitch introduces an all-new type ofwaterproof and breathable leather gear thatthe company says outperforms traditionalleathers. Aerostich says its Transit Suit ismade from an entirely new material—GORE-TEX® Pro Shell Leather—and provideshigher levels of protection and comfort,is completely waterproof (no rain suitneeded!) and wears noticeably cooler undera hot sun.The unique built-in hide technology is abreakthrough in toughness and durability,says Aerostich, and the Transit suit will lastlonger than normal leathers and doesn’tsoak up moisture so it never gets heavy—always dries immediately after ridingthough severe rain. The suit contains a completeset of carefully fitted yet easily removableTF armor systems—elbow, shoulder,knee and back pads—to provide superiorimpact energy absorption with less movementrestriction, the company states, andthe leather itself is ultra-supple, luxuriousand flexible.Technically, the Transit’s hides contain anew, unique, proprietary solar-reflectivepigment that helps the suit wear up to 30°cooler than traditional leather gear, and thissame dye technology also assists in agingresistance so it will last longer than regularleathers, Aerostitch says, and it’s permanently waterproof.The company adds that the jacket’s main zipper is an all new molded-toothwaterproof type, unlike any seen, and this zip increases theTransit suit’s everyday convenience and wearing functionality. Millionsof micro-vents across the surface of the leather ensure that during highactivity the moisture on your skin will evaporate right through, eventhough the suit is worn fully zipped and closed.Jacket come in sizes 38-52 (#248, $797.00). Pants come in sizes 30-44 (#249, $697.00). To get a free catalog, call (800) 222-1994 or emailcatalog@aerostich.com. To order or for more information, visitwww.aerostich.com.BLUE STRADA TOURS ANNOUNCES ANEXPANSION OF ITS TOUR OFFERINGS FOR 2009Blue Strada Tours (www.bluestradatours.com) announces its 2009program with a newly expanded Tour schedule and the addition ofMotorcycle Rentals and Self-Guided Tours. Specializing in MotorcycleTours in the mountains and High Country of North Carolina, Blue StradaTours is based in Charlotte and focuses on upscale lodging and restaurantsand a careful selection of routes that are the perfect combination ofendless twisty roads and fantastic scenery, the company says.Currently on the 2009 schedule are the 6 days riding/7 nights “GrandMountain Tour” and 4 days riding/5 nights “Excursion Mountain Tour”that average between 185 and 235 miles per day in and around the BlueRidge and Smoky Mountains. Highlights of both trips include Tail of theDragon at Deals Gap, as well as Blue Ridge Parkway and Asheville.The “Red Bull Indianapolis GPTM Tour” returns to the 2009 scheduleAugust 25-September 2. Blue Strada Tours says this very popularVIP Tour features more great roads to and from Indianapolis with minimaltraffic, “back roads” scenery and adrenaline pumping curves.Unique lodging, great food, and first-class hospitality at the Speedwayare key components for guests who sign up for this special event.Self-Guided Tours and Rentals have been added to the options forguests wanting to explore the Carolina Mountains at their own pace, ontheir own budget and schedule. Blue Strada’s fleet of Suzuki DL 650Aand DL 1000 V-Strom motorcycles are ready and available for just suchtrip planning, says Blue Strada, and we will provide our Self-GuidedTour guests with route details, custom maps, as well as hotel and restaurantsuggestions to fit most anyone’s riding interests, length of stay andbudget.Private and/or Custom Tours are also available for groups of ridingbuddies, larger groups, and business rewards programs.Additional Tour and Rental information is available fromwww.bluestradatours.com or by calling (704) 292-8801.MOTOLIGHT INTRODUCES “MINI” AUXILIARY RIDING LIGHTSMotolight has introduceda new “Mini”version of its popularauxiliary riding lights.The Mini features asleek, compact newhousing, and is availablein either a brushedmetal or black powercoatfinish. The companysays their durablelights come completewith either a caliper orfender mounting kit that includes everything needed to attach to virtuallyany motorcycle, ATV, or UTV.Motolight’s new Mini comes standard with a 35 watt halogen MR11bulb. And Motolight states that “With an 8-degree beam spread, the Miniincreases daytime visibility, making it easier for on-coming traffic to seethe rider, increases nighttime visibility, and makes the rider safer, onroador off.”All Motolights come with an industry-best 3-year warranty from thedate of purchase, and the company says it will replace burned out halogenbulbs for life, for the light’s original owner.As a symbol of the appreciation from Motolight for the job these peopledo, the company says it offers 10% off its retail prices for any activeor veteran military, police or fire personnel.For pricing, more information, and to order, call (513) 772-3469 orvisit www.Motolight.com.●February 2009 21

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• C L A S S I C S C O R N E R •My 1975 GL1000 Restoration:A True “Phoenix Risenfrom the Ashes”By Bob MacBird • Classic Wing SIG Representative • http://med.gwrra.org/sig/classisig.htmIn the early part of 1994, I wasoffered an opportunity by a localHonda motorcycle dealership topurchase a 1975 Gold Wing GL1000with about 4,400 miles on it. It wasdescribed as having been stored in abarn near Liberty, Texas, since 1982. Ithad been owned by the propertyowner’s son, who had been hit by lightningand survived but who had lostinterest in restoring the bike and wantedto sell it.Acquiring the BikeThe red bike had a complete Vetterpackage (white fairing, bags and trunk),low mileage, and was the first productionyear of the Gold Wing.They were asking$800 for it.I did not really want to buy the bike andtake on this project, but I did lend a friend(who already had a 1975 GL1000) the moneyto buy it. Later, however, he couldn’t reallyafford to keep the bike, so I took it back anddecided to restore it myself.After all, I figuredI might learn something from the experienceof restoring it—and I sure did!The Restoration Begins!After the bike was in my garage, I stoodback and looked at it.There was nothing shinyon it at all, and it needed a lot of work.That’swhen I felt that burning feeling in my stomachthat said, “What have you gotten yourselfinto?”So I enlisted the help of Howard Halasz,former Wing World Technical Editor and currentWing World Technical Contributor, in tacklingthis project. We found that the GL1000had, indeed, spent 12 years in a barn—andapparently not a barn with a good roof. TheFletcher seat that it came with was dry andbrittle; it even “crunched” when pushed on.Also, the original Candy Antares Red paint wasbadly faded from too much sun exposure.The first thing Howard did was to pull thebelt covers off to replace the old timing belts.He found a water line midway across theinside of the covers, as well as across theinside of the valve covers, once they wereremoved.This indicated that about two feet ofFully restored, the GL1000 in early May of last year.water had flooded the bike while it was in thebarn during Tropical Storm Allison in 1992.Great! I thought, tongue in cheek.After the timing belts were replaced andthe carburetors replaced (the gasoline in theoriginal carbs had turned into a hard varnish),the bike was run with a couple of freshchanges of engine oil and engine flush. By thatpoint, it ran pretty well. So we were ready tostart the cosmetic improvements.Cosmetically SpeakingSince I had obtained this bike in 1994 andwas unsure of which route to take in restoringit, I started looking at GL1000s that wereentered in bike shows, mainly the Wing Dingsin 1994, 1995, and 1996.That, in fact, is whereI found most of the restored GL1000s I couldexamine.What I saw was that, while many of themwere custom painted, others had been faithfullyrestored to stock condition. I considereddoing a custom paint job—sort of a purplishMagenta color that was then current on the1995 and 1996 GL1500s—however, at the1996 Wing Ding in Madison,Wisconsin, I finalizedmy decision.That’s where I saw two fullydressed GL1000s that had been restored to,more or less, their original condition. I decidedthen and there to keep the full Vetter setupon mine and to restore it to the originalCandy Antares Red color. I also decided tohave as many of the original emblems on it asI could obtain.The Makeover BeginsNow, with a clear goal in mind, I startedthe cosmetic part of this project byexchanging the Vetter Windjammer TypeIII fairing for a Vetter Windjammer SS.That’s because I preferred the flush-stylesignal lights rather than the stem-style. Ialso located a set of fairing lowers andtrimmed them to keep the view of theengine open.Next, I had a friend with a print shopduplicate the side cover decals beforethey were sanded down and lost.Then Itook everything off the bike that neededpainting and had the paint computerscanned. The Candy Antares Red colorwas duplicated at a local paint shop andapplied to both the bike and the Vetter equipment.After the paint was completed, I reassembledthe bike. The results were VERY satisfactory!At this point, it was early 1997 and I hadowned the bike for two-and-a-half years. Iadded a few chrome pieces, had some otherchrome pieces re-chromed to make themlook nice, and had the Fletcher seat upholsteredin a velour fabric.Showing It OffI started entering bike shows with myrestored GL1000 in 1997 and won my firstaward at a small rally that October. That winreally got me started! I entered local rallies inTexas and Louisiana and won several moreawards.However, upon entering Wing DingGL1000 bike shows in 1999 in Springfield,Missouri, I was still not able to win a FirstPlace—that is, until the 2003 Wing Ding inMadison, Wisconsin. Since then, I have won aFirst Place every year—at first in Stock Classthen, later, in Custom Class.Four years ago, I changed to Custom Classbecause of the full dress kit and the fact that Ihad a pinstripe artist add in the phrase “1975GL1000” on each side of the fairing.(Pinstriping of any type puts a bike in CustomClass, according to GWRRA Bike Show rules.)I added the pinstriping to my bike becauseI would often see people gathered around it ina parking lot, and I would hear them trying toguess what year it is.24 Wing World

Howard Halasz works to repair the bike afterit went down in mid-May of 2008.The GL1000 in 1997, before it was repainted.More RedosIn 2005, because the velour upholstery wasnot holding up very well, I had it redone in anoff-red vinyl. I also decided to get the wheelschromed because it was getting hard to keeprust off the spokes. (In case you didn’t know,GL1000s had spoked wheels from 1975through 1977. The wheels have steel spokesand nipples with aluminum outer rims.)Well, this actually turned out to be a bigjob! I had to get a bike shop to disassemble thespokes and to agree to reassemble it all whenthe outer rims were done. Since some chromehad gotten inside the nipples, they had a toughtime reassembling the nipples onto thespokes. In fact, I had to tap all 80 of the nipplesby hand to get this job done. (That’s 40 in thefront and 40 in the rear!)While I had the rear wheel off, I also addeda really nice trailer hitch that I had purchasedearlier which then required that I add a newstyle of mud flap, which I located at JCWhitney.Things to Watch for with a ClassicOne thing I have noticed on older bikes likethis is that they can seem to be okay, then suddenlyhave something go wrong that surprisesyou.An example of this is explained here.In early May of 2008, I trailered our twoGL1000s (my 1975 and Howard’s 1977) to the2008 Randakk’s Customer Appreciation Rallyin Cumberland Gap, Tennessee. Though it isalmost 980 miles from our homes in Houston,Texas, this rally is a gathering of very nicelyrestored GL1000s, GL1100s, and GL1200s, aswell as a few CBXs.While there, we rode our two GL1000s tothe top of Pinnacle Peak—from which one cansee parts of Tennessee, Kentucky and Virginia.The steep ride itself, with its switchbacks upand down, was uneventful. A week after wehad returned home, I was riding my bike withHoward to a local car club Saturday nightgathering when the front main crankshaft sealpopped out. It coated my rear tire with oil andcaused me to lose control—as if I were onice—and drop the bike in a grassy planter atthe front of my subdivision!Thankfully Howard was with me, and weimmediately remarked that it was certainly agood thing this had not happened on our waydown from Pinnacle Peak a week earlier or Imight have ended up going off a cliff.In spite of the “good” luck of this situation,I was now faced with a new problem—the leftside of the engine was damaged because thecase guard had been pushed into the timingbelt cover.That had broken the belt pulley andcaused more, undetermined, damage.Diagnosing the Extent of DamageHoward and I had very little time to diagnosethe extent of the damage and to locatethe parts needed to repair it before headingoff to our next destination—Wing Ding 30 inGreenville, South Carolina—eight weeks later.Since the bike had gone down while theengine was running, we found that we neededto replace a broken left camshaft pulley, thefront main crankshaft seal, the left heat shieldplate, a bent #2 exhaust valve, the timing belts,Close-up of the spokes I had chromed andthe pinstriped label I had added.the left-side head gasket, and numerous othergaskets and seals.I was able to straighten the case guard andget it re-chromed. I was also able to obtainanother set of chromed timing belt covers,since the set that was on the bike had broken.And, in spite of the fact that many of the partswe needed were obsolete, Howard was ableto locate and install the camshaft pulley, thefront main seal, the new #2 exhaust valve, andeverything else needed to make the GoldWing roadworthy again.We managed to complete the repairs justin time for the bike to win another First Placeaward in the GL1000 Custom Class at theBike Show at Wing Ding 30!Glad I Did It!This bike has experienced a vast improvementfrom the way it was when I first lookedat it and had felt that burning feeling in mystomach that said, “What have you gottenyourself into?”It would have been very easy to give upand throw in the towel back when I started.But I’m glad I didn’t. And, in my opinion anyway,my GL1000 is truly a “Phoenix risen fromthe ashes”.●February 2009 25

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Each year at Wing Ding, tours arearranged to visit points of interest in thearea in and around the city in which theevent is held. This year’s Wing Ding 31 is noexception and—listen up Wingers!—this oneinvolves one of our favorite subjects—icecream!It is often interesting to hear how a companyor product actually went from a concept toa reality. Founded over a century ago, BlueBell Creamery is one of those successes thathas a fun and unique story.Wing Ding 31 attendees will just happen tobe nearby one of the three Blue Bell productionfacilities! In 1992, Blue Bell built itsBroken Arrow facility, located southeast ofTulsa, Oklahoma. GWRRA is offering itsattendees the opportunity to enjoy a charterbus ride from the Expo Square Fairgroundsand take the guided tour of the Broken Arrowfacility. This guided tour includes a short videoand, the best part, each attendee receives aFREE Scoop of Ice Cream. If you want toskip the bus ride and still enjoy the tour withyour fellow Wing Ding friends, you can meetthe tour bus there, just don’t be late! Space andtimes are limited, so sign up today.A tour to the Blue Bell Creamery is justone more reason to attend Wing Ding 31 in2009! ●Blue Bell Creameries, based inBrenham, Texas, opened its doors in1907. It all started on a hot summer daywhen local farmers decided to establishthe Brenham Creamery Company andmake butter from excess cream brought inby area farmers. A few years later thecreamery began making ice cream anddelivering it to neighbors by horse andwagon. It was in 1930 that the companychanged its name to Blue Bell Creameriesafter the native Texas bluebell wildflower.A lot has changed since those earlydays. Horse drawn buggies have beentraded in for refrigerated trucks and thecreamery no longer produces butter.Today, Blue Bell produces around 50 differentice cream flavors, including itsnumber one seller, Homemade Vanilla,numerous frozen snack items and a NoSugar Added and Light line of ice cream.Blue Bell products can only be found in asmall portion of the country, which is why BlueBell still thinks of themselves as a little creamery.However, thanks to high quality productsand loyal consumers, Blue Bell is the numberthree ice cream brand in the United States.Believe its motto when Blue Bell says that “WeEat All We Can And Sell The Rest”.* Blue Bell Creamery Tour *Blue Bell Creamery Tours – Includes bus transportation, tour and free scoop of ice cream!$6.00 per personJuly 2July 312:00pm departure, return by 2:00pm1:00pm departure, return by 3:00pm10:00am departure, return by 12:00pm11:00am departure, return by 1:00pmBlue Bell Creamery Tours – Includes tour and free ice cream (no transportation)$2.00 per personJuly 2July 312:30pm Tour start time1:30pm Tour start time10:30am Tour start time11:30am Tour start timeReservations are needed as space is limited. Reserve your space today!28 Wing World

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By Ken & Rita Moffitt • GWRRA 2008-2009 International Couple of the YearOkay, let’s get back to basics.Remember this phrase? The facts,ma’am, just the facts. Well that’sexactly what we’re going to give you nowabout GWRRA’s Couple of the Year Programbecause there appears to be some misconceptionsabout the program.Chapter LevelLet’s start at the Chapter Level. TheChapter Couple of the Year is an honor, anaward. It is a way to say “Thank you for beingan outstanding Member and doing all that youdo for the Chapter”.That is all! You don’t haveto travel, take on extra duties, dressdifferent, or anything else. You havebeen honored for what you arealready doing and who you alreadyare. All you have to do is keep onbeing you! That is all! To quote theCouple of the Year Manual:“At the Chapter Level, being selecteda Chapter Couple of the Year is anhonor bestowed on a deserving Couplewho has shown dedication and commitmentto their Chapter. Being selected asChapter Couple of the Year is just likebeing presented an award.”Continuing on and representingyour Chapter at District Level in theDistrict Selection process is a choice.Obviously, we would like for allCouples to participate. I believe thatif you were to ask any Couple that has participated,they will tell you that it was an experiencethat they will cherish for a lifetime.However, if you choose not to participate, itdoes not make you any less special.We are stillproud of you and GWRRA is fortunate tohave you as a Member.District LevelIf you do choose to continue on to theDistrict Level, let me again quote the manual:“The responsibility comes if and when aCouple chooses to participate in the DistrictCouple of the Year Selection process. Being selectedas District, Region or International Couple ofthe Year brings with it the expectation that theCouple will represent the Association asAmbassadors and spokespersons, with particularemphasis on “spreading-the-word” outside theAssociation. Additionally, when a Couple participatesin the selection process at the District Level,they make a commitment, should they be selectedKen & Rita pose for theirRegion Couple of the Yearphoto at Wing Ding 30,before the InternationalCouple of the YearSelection was made.Ken & Rita are congratulatedonstage immediately after theannouncement that they werechosen as GWRRA’s 2008-2009International Couple of the Year.there, to participate at the Region Level, and then,if chosen again, at Wing Ding for the InternationalSelection.The Couple must realize that, if chosenat the District Level, this could lead to a four-yearcommitment.”Region and International LevelHaving said this, I want to emphasize somethingelse. Couples chosen at the DistrictLevel will be expected to participate in theRegion Selection. The Region Couples will beexpected to participate at Wing Ding. That iswhat is expected, whatever else you do is totallyup to you. It doesn’t matter what the lastDistrict or Region Couple did. Everyone is different.The real key is to do as much as you canbut still keep it fun—with the emphasis onFUN! Keep within your budget. If the lastCouple traveled to 40 Chapters and you canonly travel to 10, you are still just as much aCouple of the Year as they were—their circumstancesjust may have been different.How You Can Assist This ProgramWhat we are saying here is that we hopeeveryone will embrace this program and theopportunity to be a part of it. Push it in yourChapters. Honor those special Members whoare so vital to your Chapter.Don’t stop there, though. Make them feelspecial. They have been selected as yourCouple of the Year for a reason. They are anasset to your Chapter. Most likely, they are thecore of enthusiasm and vitality for yourChapter.However, don’t make them feelspecial just for one day. They areyour Chapter Couple for 12months, so make them feel specialfor 12 months. Introduce them at allyour functions, put their picture inyour newsletter and on your website,let them in free at yourChapter functions, and do anythingelse that you can think of to makethem feel as special as they are.Theydeserve it, and it will make otherCouples want to be your nextCouple of the Year.Our Own Experience, andMoreRita and I feel that the ChapterCouple of the Year is the highesthonor that you can receive in GWRRA. Don’tlet your special couples miss out on it by notdoing this in your Chapter. I’m sure that coupledoesn’t do all they do specifically for anaward. But everyone still likes a pat on theback and to know they are appreciated.If you are unsure about the program, go tothe national website (www.gwrra.org) andclick on “Couple of the Year”. On that page,you will find links to Power PointPresentations, the Couple of the Year Manual,and several other informative links.Rita and I are going to spend this yearembellishing this program. What we haveexperienced through this program—thefriends we have made, the people we’ve met,the fun we’ve had—is absolutely priceless.They are all memories we hold in our heartsand will carry with us forever.Hopefully you—or someone in yourChapter—will get the chance to experiencethese kinds of memories as well! ●30 Wing World

Technical Questions and Answers about Gold Wings and ValkyriesAnswers to the technical questions in this month’s “Workbench” were provided byStu Oltman, Wing World’s Senior Technical Editor. Please submit your technical questionsabout Gold Wings or Valkyries by e-mail to workbench@gwrra.org or by mail to“Workbench,” GWRRA, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. Please includeyour full name, city, state and GWRRA membership number.your bike’s jet needles to shim them a bit richer.And be sure to check your carburetors’ pistondiaphragms for perforations. Some claimthat a timing advancer known as “The TriggerWheel” solves these issues, but advancing thebike’s initial timing will have the net effect ofmaking the bike behave as if it were even leaner.So I recommend the carburetion approach.Stu1988 Gold Wing Flat SpotI recently purchased a 1988 Gold Wingwith 105,000 miles that appears to have beenwell-maintained, with copies of many servicerecords.When I started to look for a 1500 toupgrade from my 1200 Aspencade, mymechanic (he is a former Honda mechanicwho now has his own shop) told me to watchout for the 1988 1500s because there was aproblem with a “flat spot” when you went toaccelerate. He related that this was such aproblem that Honda came out with a “performancepackage” that they provided for freeto owners who complained. This fixed theproblem and was already installed on subsequentyears.When I tested the bike in Durango,Colorado, it seemed to run and accelerate fine.After bringing it to Denver, however, I noticedthat after warming up and shutting down, itdoes indeed “cough” at low RPM when accelerating.Could this be an altitude problem(7,000 feet down to 5,000 feet)? Have youheard of this “performance package” hereferred to? Is it still available if I need it?Thanks.Rod GottulaGWRRA #275418Denver, ColoradoRod, I believe your mechanic used the term“watch out” as a euphemism for “stay awayfrom,” and that may have been good advice.Honda Service Bulletin GL1500 #2, revisedJuly, 1988 addressed the symptoms you’reexperiencing. On affected 1988 models, theTSB instructed to install Honda part #16020-MN5-315, which was a kit consisting of #55slow jets, new vacuum pistons with jet needles,a new Ignition Control Unit (part# 30410-MT2-003), and a new Carb Control Unit(part# 30430-MY2-003). The TSB containedinstructions for installation, and free replacementwas limited to the normal warranty period.I have no idea whether these update partsare still available - check with your dealer. Ifnot, try installing an additional washer underLoud MufflersHi Stu, in July I have a 2005 GL1800 CSCTrike conversation and, as you probablyalready know, it has glass pack mufflers. Theyhave an annoying droning sound when goingdown the interstate highway.What I would like to know is: If I put bafflesin the mufflers, would this cause problemswith the engine, like overheating, etc.?I thank you for any information you cangive me.Alton MiddletonGWRRA #33126Nichols, New YorkAlton, anything that alters the back pressurein the exhaust system is likely to cause theengine management system to receive corruptedinformation from the Manifold AbsolutePressure (MAP) sensor. It’s the same principlesome experience on Mischief Night after someneighborhood scoundrel stuffs a potato intothe exhaust pipe. Increased exhaust restrictionwill increase manifold pressure (reduced vac-From $198 to $259 plus shipping and handling.Many sizes and styles available for men and women.DON’T LET THE LETHAL GOOD LOOKS FOOL YOU!• Waterproof Guaranteed• Premium Full Grain Leather• Gripping Nitrile Elastomer Outsole• Super Wicking Lining• Incredibly Comfortable Insole System• Ballistic Ankle Armor Protection• Shock and Vibration AbsorbingFiberboard Footbed• Molded Reinforced Toe Box• Built to provide maximum comforton and off the bike32 Wing World

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I would like to thank you in advance for anyinformation.Orby SandersGWRRA #176291Knoxville, TennesseeOrby, the suggested maintenance scheduleis fairly comprehensive, but certain items noton the schedule bear looking at past the100,000 mile mark. I’d suggest having the frontwheel bearings examined for roughness orexcessive play. Alternator brushes normallyrequire servicing around this interval, thoughI’ve yet to hear of any in a GL1800 alternatorthat have needed replacement. Aside fromthose items, just keep following the suggestedschedule as your dealer suggested. It’s servedyou well so far.StuAbout 1200 Stator Problemin September IssueHey Stu, this is my second email on thissubject. I was reading your comments to aquestion about 1200 stator problems back onpage 38 of the September 2008 issue of WingWorld.I am having work done at the local dealer,and I mentioned to them that you said if I amhaving them replace the stator with a Hondapart that the part and the labor has a lifetimeguarantee. They have been in business overforty years, and they said they had never heardthat before.If I may ask, how do you know this? I wouldlike to have proof that this is for sure. This maycome in handy for me because they are replacingthe stator. Any input will help me out greatly.Tony CefaluGWRRA #165348Metairie, LouisianaTony, both the dealer’s service manager andthe Honda Customer Assistance person withwhom you spoke were likely still in diaperswhen this issue first arose. So it’s not surprisingthat they haven’t heard of it. But it doessurprise me that they’ve both completely discountedthe idea without doing any legwork.Honda TSB GL1200 #16 Revised 2/90 addressesthe stator issue. Though the lifetime warrantyon the replacement part and the labor wasn’tspecifically stated in the TSB, that informationis available in your dealer’s WarrantyPolicy And Procedure Manual. Should thedealership not be able to find the information,they should call Honda’s Special WarrantyAuthorization Hotline for assistance. How do Iknow this? If I told you, I’d have to kill you.Please get back to me if this information doesn’tspur your dealer into action.StuApproximatelyhalf the costof a full trikeconversionRetract-A-Trike The Best Trike Alternative,Cornering of a bike - Stability of a trike.For the GL1500 & GL1800,other makes also available.NOBODY WANTS TO RIDE ATRIKE FAST IN THE CORNERS!$5,995.00 Kit Price888-452-2552See video at www.retract-a-trike.comFebruary 2009 35

941-723-9817Disabled Motorcycle Riders, Inc.518 36th St. West • Palmetto, FL 34221• High Performance Electric Shifter• K-Lever 2 Dual Brakes• American made Auto Clutchwww.disabledmotorcyclerider.comRegarding E3 SparkPlugs in Wing WorldStu, since I am an impatient type andalways looking for a way to improve the performanceof my bikes, I went ahead last week,when my December Wing World arrived, andordered a set of the E3’s (“Product Previews”,page 31) for my 2006 Kawasaki VulcanNomad 1600. I installed them this past Sundaythen took the bike for a 100-plus mile test runon Monday to try them out.I cannot quantify the differences in percentages,but in “seat of the pants” response,WOW ! The differences in acceleration, throttleresponse, pulling power through all fivegears, and overall better pep was extremelynoticeable. I was most pleased with their performancein that particular engine. It doesseem that their bigger spark pattern (asexplained on their website) results in better,and more powerful, combustion.I would like to determine if you had anydirect experience with, or reports about, theplugs as applied specifically to the 6-cylinder,1800cc Honda Gold Wing engine.After having tested them in my Nomad andseeing for myself what they will do, I willprobably go ahead and order a set for theWing. The Wing is already an “asphalt eatinghunk of machinery”. But if the simple act ofchanging plugs improves that performance,then I’ve got to give it a try.Have you had an opportunity to evaluatethese new plugs? If you would like, I willreport back to you after trying the E3 plugs inmy Wing.Oliver BennettGWRRA #299333Hartwell, GeorgiaYou can feel free to report back, Oliver. ButI suspect you’ve fallen for a common ployhere—the lure of something for nothing. Newspark plugs of any brand or design will makea tremendous difference over old, worn plugs.And, you were expecting to see a big differencefor your money, so you saw it (felt it?).Providing your engine and fuel system areproperly adjusted, there is no technical reasonwhy a different shaped electrode wouldincrease power or fuel mileage over that availablewith other new spark plugs, at least notto the extent of WOW. I have tested numerousproducts making similar claims, and nonehave yet lived up to them. The only way toverify claims such as this manufacturer makesis with a dynomometer, scope, exhaust gasanalyzer, and fuel flow meter (or a very carefullycontrolled on-road mileage test). I clearlyremember one testimonial for a productnamed Super Sonic Spark Plugs which is soldwith similar claims. Check this out.“...GS850G Suzuki — I detected that my oldbike (owned for 16 years) no longer wanted extrachoking. While riding to Denver, a reduction ofmore than 600 RPM was noticed immediately at36 Wing World

the same highway speeds,...”This fellow is either riding in a higher gearthan he normally does, or he’s delusional.Spark plugs can’t affect a machine’s overallgear ratio. Nevertheless, this testimonialdemonstrates what happens when performanceclaims meet wishful thinking. Have fun.StuCobra Slip on Exhaust for ’08 GL1800I am considering the purchase of the Cobrabolt-on mufflers and am wondering if this willrequire any changes in air/fuel ratio, calibratingthe FI system. I called Cobra tech supportand could not get a definitive answer.As a new Member, I am hoping that theremust some Wing owners with these mufflerson and what their experience has been. Thanksfor any help you can throw out.Ralph HotfelterGWRRA #304019Gilroy, CaliforniaRalph, we’ve not had the opportunity to testthese mufflers either for emissions, soundlevel, or changes in the GL1800’s horsepoweror torque. However, they were originallydesigned for the Honda Rider’s Club, and astatement on Cobra’s website leads me tobelieve that they’re being sold by HondaDealers. Further, Cobra makes no performanceclaim for their GL1800 slip-on mufflers,claiming only that the set “Adds just the rightsound to your Wing.” Honda’s apparentendorsement of the product combined withlack of a performance claim indicate to methat the mufflers are legal for use on the streetand require no modification to the bike’sPGM-FI system. That would be a good thing,as no modification is possible—at least nonethat are street-legal.StuEthanol and Fuel PumpsHi, Stu, I’ve got a question for you, and youhave been spot on every time when asked.I’ve got a 1986 Gold Wing SEI [with fuelinjection], and my question is about fuelpumps. First of all, are replacement pumpsavailable and, if not, is there an aftermarketpump that can be modified to fit? I haven’t hadany problems as of now, but I like to alwayslook down the road and be prepared.My concern is that, here in Florida, we arestarting to have ethanol problems eating upelectric fuel pumps on Yamaha 4-stroke marineengines with EFI. I would be grateful for ananswer.Via email, Art MasonArt, to my knowledge, the OEM fuel pumpfor the injected GL1200 models is no longeravailable from Honda. I haven’t investigatedalternatives, but eBay would be the first placeI’d look. I don’t follow issues related to Yamahamarine engines. But I can tell you that somefolks confuse Gasohol or regular pump gascontaining 10% ethanol with E-85 fuel. Anyfuel containing up to 10% ethanol is okay touse in your (or any) Wing. But E-85 is mostlyethanol (85%) and will likely ruin parts of anyfuel system not specifically designed for it.Stu’98 Valkyrie ProblemsHello Stu, I have a problem with my ’98Valkyrie and could use your expert advice. I’veread your column where others have a similarproblem, and I think the symptoms point to thecarbs.I used to be able to start my bike withoutusing the choke (except when it had set a fewweeks), and it ran smooth. Now the only way itwill start is with the choke.After it warms up, it runs but the idlesurges. Increase the throttle, and it smoothsout. First and second, gear it surges when tryingto hold a steady speed. Third and above, itruns great.I’ve replaced the air filter and plugs. Ireplaced #1 & #3 plug wires because I noticedthe exhaust pipes stayed cold on these cylinders.If I use of the choke or increase the throttle,they got hot like the others. I changed allthe vacuum lines and checked for loose wireand connections.I’ve had the bike for 2-1/2 years and put5,000 of the 10,000 miles it has on it. I addedthe Chevron Techron cleaner to the gas andhave used three tanks of gas since then. I’vetried to eliminate the most obvious or easy-aspossible-to-correctproblem.Is there anything else I should check beforetaking on the carbs? Is there some type of fuelfilter or screen in the carbs or fuel valve? Idon’t see one in the break down in the book.I’ve talked to a couple different technicians,and one said it’s probably a clogged main jet.The other said a bad valve seat on the float.The book seems to point to a clogged slow jet.Do you think I’m on the right track with myassumption? Thank you for any advice you cangive.James SmithGWRRA #264927Riverview FloridaJim, your bike is ten years old and hasaveraged only 1,000 miles per year. Believe itor not, that constitutes abuse. There’s littleworse for a motorcycle than to sit dormant.Based on your description of the symptoms,I’m going to go with “The Book” on this one.My hunch is that at least two of your idle circuitsare clogged, and that most likely meanspulling the carbs and cleaning them.StuFebruary 2009 37

CB Problem on GL1500Stu, I just happened on your site and amnot sure if your email still works. But Ithought I would go for a long shot here.I have a ’92 Gold Wing 1500 Interstate. Ihad a CB tech wire up a hand mike for me tothe bike and, after a few tries of soldering, itdid work—but only when I am at a stop. Assoon as I put it in gear, the radio will not makea sound or transmit. It still shows power; it justwill not do anything. Same thing when I use aheadset.I do not know much about bikes but wantedto know if you might be able to help me.The Honda shop had no answers to help mefix this.Terry RussellVia emailCarthage, MissouriTerry, assuming everything worked normallybefore installation of the hand mike, itsounds by your description as though the CBtech somehow attached the mike to a wireassociated with the neutral light. Naturally, Ihave no way of knowing the location or qualityof your connections. The microphonewires on your ‘92 Interstate come from theclock/radio unit. They are the white wirew/shield, and the blue wire which is attachedto the shield. In the pigtail for the driver’s helmet,the wires will be the white and blackones, the black being attached to the whitewire’s shield.StuTALKINBRadio.comInternet Radio ProgramsNEW FEATURE!Download to your MP3 Player and listen on the go!Since 1997 we have been streaminginterviews with industry leaders featuringtheir products and services. Each monthMotorcycle Touring Talk produces showsthat you may listen to over the Internet. There areno new shows scheduled for this month. Takeadvantage of our archive selection of prior shows.From all of us at INBradio.comRide Safe!Go to INBRadio.com to check out our archives of exciting presentations featuring:GWRRA, Wing Ding, Motorcycle Riders Foundationand the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.These are a few companies who have taken advantage of the streaming technology we offer.Ok...What will I need to do to fix this so asto make it work through the headset? I wastold the same, that it sounded like he hadwired it wrong. I opened up and looked insidethe pocket to make sure the plug is solid to theCB antenna and did find the plug behind theCB radio. But it is very hard to get to, and I’mnot sure how to get to it. Any help would bethankful.TerryTerry, the only thing useful I could saywould be take it back to the genius who wiredthe hand mike. Tell him what wires he needs toconnect to, and have him make it right.StuWell, that will not help because he did notknow what he was doing wrong when it didnot key up right. But when it did, he figured itwas fixed. I did not find out until I had triedto ride the bike later, when he was gone, thatit was not done correct.He was just a CB tech at a truck stop that Ihappened to be at. So I guess my best betwould be to buy a handheld or to wire in asmall CB with hand mike and bypass theheadset. Thank you very much, though, foranswering me back. I was just hoping I mightbe able to get it to work correctly.Terry38 Wing World

Terry, your entire problem here may havebeen caused by the CB tech’s unfamiliaritywith the Wing’s CB radio unit and the way it’swired and controlled. If it were me, I’d undohis work completely, and go with the originalsetup—the transmit trigger mounted at the lefthandgrip. But then, you may have some specialneed for the hand mike that I’m not awareof.Now, allow me to blog a bit. If you werearound back in the Smokey And The Banditdays of the mid-’70s, you may remember whata large charge many drivers got from yappingon the CB radio—telling other drivers (GoodBuddies) where the Smokies and CountyMounties were collecting Green Stamps. Itseems almost everyone had installed a traditionalCB with hand mike in their cars, butvery few bikes had such things. If they did, theentire unit was user-installed, complete withhand mike. That’s all that was available. I hadone myself—a Midland 23-channel radiomounted inside the Windjammer fairing on myKawasaki Z1. The hand mike was mounted onthe fairing’s left side, and the antenna wasmounted on the accessory luggage rack. Thebike had no other radio or speakers, so I usedear bud speakers to monitor the CB. It wasgreat entertainment on a trip, but I seldomtransmitted in traffic due to the need to removemy left hand from the controls and take myeyes off the road. Can we see the analogy hereto many of today’s drivers who drive with onehand while holding a cell phone to their ear?Or worse yet, those who attempt to dial a numberwhile driving? Technology is a wonderfulthing. A hands-free bluetooth interface allowsdrivers to make and take phone calls whilekeeping eyes on the road and hands on thewheel. For CB radio use, a Wing’s integral“talk switch” provides the same benefits.StuHistoric Route 66is Home in TulsaBy Jeanette Swindell, courtesy of the Tulsa Convention & Visitors BureauPhoto by Don Sibley.Your Wing hugs the history beneath its tires with anembrace worthy of The Mother Road—for it wasthis path that tied the country together and madeit accessible to all.Today, it’s a joy to traverse this famousroute to and from downtown Tulsa and to reminisceabout the way things were and seeing what still remains.You’ll experience this joy firsthand on your Tulsa visitto Wing Ding 31 in 2009. Maybe you’ll stay in a true Route66 motel, such as the Desert Hills on 11th Street. Maybeyou’ll visit the nearby Rose Bowl, a true Route 66 landmarkand totally remodeled and open for events. Perhapsyou’ll stop at a local eatery and share some memories ofthe Route’s glory days with some of the city’s friendlyfolks.Along the way, you can take in the still-operatingAdmiral Twin Drive-In Theatre, directly off Route 66; theBlue Dome Service Station, built in 1924—now restoredand an inspiration for an annual arts festival and entertainmentdistrict; and the inspiring Boston Avenue Methodist Church, a prime example of Tulsa’sArt Deco architecture.And if you take in Tulsa’s great museums, you may also want to venture to nearby Claremorefor the Will Rogers Memorial Museum or the Belvidere Mansion and park your bike awhile inCatoosa to view the Blue Whale, a Route 66 icon.Wherever your wheels take you along this historic silver ribbon of Route 66, you’ll enjoy thehistory, romance, and culture of a bygone era—when getting there was half the fun! ●Squealing CBStu, I have a 1995 Gold Wing SE. For thelast three or four years, sometimes when I keythe CB, it squeals through other riders’ CBs.I have been told it’s a bad ground in the CBor the antenna. I found the ground wire for theright side antenna was broken, and I spliced itback together. I also found the ground wirethat attaches to the CB mount in the faring wascorroded and a few other places where therewere broken wires or corrosion.I was on a ride today and, when I keyed theCB, sometimes it worked great and othertimes it squealed other riders. I can receivefine—clear as a bell.This is driving me crazy. If I buy a new CB,I don’t believe that would solve the problem. Ihope you can advise me on what to try.Thanks.Bill ClarkGWRRA #77830Chicopee, MassachusettsBill, you don’t mention whether the squealingon other riders’ radios happens when yourFebruary 2009 39

ikes are in very close proximity. But if that’sthe case, it’s quite normal.Stu’91 Gold Wing SEStu, there was an article in Wing World afew months back that talked about what to doto get the buttons on the handle bars to keepthem from sticking. For example, the cautionbutton, cruse button. What was your recommendationon that? Any particular spray/cleaner?Thanks.Via email, Russell DrollingerRussell, my recommendation is to lube thehandlebar switch buttons with aerosol siliconelube at each oil change. Buttons used frequentlyshouldn’t need this service, but thoseused infrequently such as the hazard lightswitch will definitely benefit.Stu2002 Gold Wing Won’t StartStu, I have a 2002 GL1800 with over250,000 miles on it. Recently, the followingproblem has been occurring: After it has satovernight, it doesn’t want to start. It will turnover and over but won’t start. Then it will startand do great for a few weeks, then it happensagain.It has always been at home, so I’ve beenlucky. Please tell us what to look for.ThanksBill NewtonGWRRA #178472Springfield, KentuckyBill, with only the information supplied, myfirst inclination would be to examine the battery.Considering that temperatures nationwidehave fallen recently, your recent discoveryof the problem points to a weak battery. Aweakened battery will spin the GL1800 overjust fine, but the voltage during cranking willdrop to a level insufficient to keep the fuelinjection relay closed. The symptom will worsenin cool weather due to a natural reductionin battery performance and thickened oil.StuTwo Issues...One a Nuisance,One Safety-RelatedHey Stu, I’ve learned a lot from reading yourcolumns over the years, but I’ve never seenthese two issues addressed. The first is what Iwould call a “nuisance issue”, and the secondis of a more serious, safety-related nature, as itaffects my tail lights and instruments. Both ofthese problems are on my ’93 Aspencade with85,000 miles.The “nuisance issue” is what started as abalky OD dash light when shifting into fifthgear. Sometimes it would come on. Othertimes it would come on after riding in fifth fora while then, finally, it stopped working altogether.I checked the resistance reading at the connectorbehind the right fairing, as per the shopmanual. I got an ohms reading for each gearbut, frankly, don’t remember what they were.(That was last winter, and I just enjoyed ridingit without the light.)I thought that it might be a stickingplunger-type switch that needed some WD-40until I read the manual. Any suggestions? Ifneed be, this winter I’ll remove the water pumpand front cover to get to the switch.The second problem is the main/tail relay.The original failed around 50,000 miles. Nobig deal. Back then the dealer had them instock.Everything worked fine for all of theseyears and miles then it failed again. They areno longer stocked so, after the two-week waitand $30 cost, I installed the new relay. It lastedabout two hours!I recently saw in print that the 1500s had“relay problems”. I had never heard this beforebut, clearly, I have a relay problem!Any ideas, comments, or suggestions?Have you run across anything like this?Dave CowgillGWRRA #132946Clayton, DelawareDave, I agree with your proposed actionregarding the gear selector switch. Regardingthe relay, your problem may not be with therelay but with the electrical load to which it’sbeing subjected. Addition of lights or otherelectrical accessories could overload the relayand reduce its service life. A short circuit couldrender it useless quite quickly, but that conditionshould cause a fuse to pop before damageoccurs. Insure that none of your bike’s fuseshave been replaced with ones of higher thanstandard capacity.StuWhich Gold Wing Seat?Stu I just purchased a Gold Wing andwanted to see what seat is most liked—stock,Ultimate seat, or Corbin?Via email, Ken CatesKen, there’s a butt for every seat. And itseems there’s a seat for every butt. Many wouldlike a motorcycle seat to provide the kind oflong-term comfort offered by the best car seats.But those things are much larger and thickerthan would be possible to mount on a motorcycle.Bear in mind, one couldn’t even sit inhis/her favorite easy chair for ten hours a daywithout experiencing some discomfort. Thingssuch as arm length, body weight and shape,inseam dimensions, the rider’s posture, and thebike’s ergonomics play a role in how comfortableany seat feels to a particular rider in thelong term. So what’s comfortable for me (or40 Wing World

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anyone else) isn’t likely to prove to be the idealseat for you. One proponent of the firmer-isbetterschool of thought manufactures seatsthat, in my opinion, feel like fabric stretchedover a plaster mold. And too-soft seats feelcomfy at first but eventually allow the rider’sderriere to contact the seat pan, causing painin the long term. Personally, I prefer the stockseat on both the GL1500 and 1800 to any aftermarketofferings. But my physical dimensionsare probably close to that of the “averagerider.” Some who are taller, heavier, or broaderthan me spend thousands of dollars insearch of a seat to accommodate their particularneeds, and the opinions on any particularseat brand or model vary widely. Nevertheless,you’ll find many seat discussions on the variousGold Wing message boards, including ourown. I’m unprepared to offer a specific recommendationfor reasons already discussed. But Iwill suggest that rather than buying a seatmade to fit all, you might want to look intothose brands that offer a comfort guaranteeafter the sale by which they reshape the seat ifyou’re not happy with it.StuMore Info on Valkyries and "Hydrolock"Stu, I just read your response in the latestWing World in regard to Dick McCormick’s“Clutch Operation and a Cracked Case” on hisValk (page 40, November 2008 issue).One of the things we Valk owners havefound out over the years is that the petcockseems to be the weakest link in the fuel deliverychain. There may be owner/operator reasons,I’m sure, but many of us have experiencedthe same “hydrolock” disaster or, as inmy case, come close to it twice. All were associatedwith the internal failure of some naturein the petcock.In Dick’s situation, if he experienced the“hydro”, as he put it, he had best either replaceor rebuild the petcock or it will happenagain…and fairly soon. If the petcock failsinternally, it makes no difference if it’s shut offor not when the bike is parked, it will still passgas (pun intended). Regardless of whether ornot the engine is operating, it will allow fuel toleak down without benefit of the vacuumderived from the #6 cylinder.Along with all this should be a good flushingof the tank, filter screen, and the carbbowls. For the carb bowl draining, I use theMityvac individually on each carb. Afterattaching the tube to the drain port, I pump upa few lbs. of suction before opening the drainscrew. It creates enough disturbance with the“rush” caused by the suction that it will pullout debris otherwise left in by just allowinggravity to work.In my situation, the first close call I hadwith hydrolock I thought I smelled fuel whenI went out to the garage one morning. Ichecked and noted that the fuel control was“off ” so figured I must have overfilled it thenight before...turns out I hadn’t, plus it wasn’tthat hot out there to cause expansion(in Fla.you need a/c in your garage if it’s your hangout).I pulled the plugs and the small front timingcover and turned the engine over by hand,fuel rolled out of one cylinder plus #6. It hadapparently also leaked down the vacuum line. Irebuilt the petcock with the Cover Set, and wasgood for about 15k miles. Then it happenedagain so I figured I’m done with vacuum actuatedpetcocks. I installed a manual Pingel controlwhich I discovered had a shorter feed tube,thereby lessening your reserve. I went to thelocal hobby shop and picked up some fuel lineand sweated on a piece long enough to equalthe OEM feed tube. I then installed an electricfuel valve and an inline filter, along with aquick disconnect to ease the tank removal. Theelec valve is activated when the key is on andoperates separate from the rest of the bike...justin case of other electrical trouble not associatedwith the valve so I can at least get home ifat all possible.If Dick isn’t a VRCC member, I would suggesthe take that step. It doesn’t cost anythingto join and there is a ton of information andadvice on their Tech Board and in the ShopTalk section. I bought my Valkyrie nearly sixyears ago when my wife became disabled withParkinson’s disease to the point she could nolonger ride with me on our Wing. She insistedI continue doing what I enjoyed...riding, and ifI wanted a Valkyrie for myself I had her blessing.I watched and waited, then eventuallytraded for a ‘98 Black Tourer with less than10k miles on it. After having owned numerousWings; three GL1000’s, an 1100, a 1200, and a1500, I felt I wanted to stay with a known factorre. reliability and familiarity. Needless tosay, it was a good decision. The Valk has alsobeen trouble free from the beginning. AlthoughI ride the Valkyrie and am more active with theVRCC membership, we still maintain ourGWRRA membership for the main reason wejoined at the beginning; the camaraderie. Wemade a lot of friends along the way and Iappreciate the insight given into technicalissues such as with the Workbench since theengine is basically the same as the GL1500Wing.Thanks for your indulgence with thisrather lengthy piece.John SchmidtGWRRA #109887Winter Park, FloridaJohn, I appreciate your letter, and I’m sureDick and others will as well. Because theValkyrie has been out of production for severalyears, and because it sold in relatively smallnumbers, my direct exposure to it has beensomewhat limited. Owner websites are sometimesa haven for rumors, myths, and complaints.But there are also plenty of knowledgeablefolks around these sites to help in situationslike this. I’m having your letter reproducedin Workbench, because I feel it deservesto be seen by our Valkyrie-owning Members.Thanks again.Stu ●For over 68 YEARS generations ofbike riders have made their way to theDaytona Beach area for this Granddaddyof all motorcycle festivals. Isn't ittime you made your way here too?Be sure to be a part of this rich, historicfestival that kicks off the riding seasonevery year. Enjoy the sights and soundsof 500,000 spectacular machines rovingin sync. See the best bike designs andartwork not to mention the exotic builderdemos hitting the marketplace in 2009.Its a great chance to break out of thecold, dark days of winter too and headfor the warm Florida sunshine to thawout a bit. Need help finding a greatplace to stay or want to know moreabout all the events and activitiesplanned? Then be sure to visit us on lineon the all new www.BikerBeach.comweb site.Bike Week 2009The biggest, the best, the original.Be here!WingTo.BikerBeach.comCall Toll Free 866.257.1246E-mail info@BikerBeach.comArea Convention & Visitors BureauWay More Than a Beach.February 2009 45

B y S t u O l t m a n • S e n i o r T e c h n i c a l E d i t o rFor years, the title of this article has been a part of my internet signature.The full signature is “If you think educationis expensive, wait till you see the price of ignorance!” I adopted it after seeing it posted on a wall in the engineeringbuilding at the University of Arizona while a student there. What has this to do with motorcycling?Well, it could apply in several differentareas. But this article is aboutmotorcycle maintenance andrepair.The lack of education referred to in thiscase is that of some professional technicians,though it could apply as well to some ridersperforming their own repairs. A healthy doseof common sense on the part of both thebike’s owner and dealership personnel wouldhave also been helpful.The price? For a glaringexample, read on.The ProblemA GL1800 owner contacted me recentlyregarding what he felt should have been a warranty-coveredrepair. And as is often the case,his request for assistance came well after I hadthe ability to prevent his suffering. It seems his2005 GL1800 had been exhibiting some verystrange symptoms.The turn signals and hazard flashers didn’twork, and the engine and all lights kept functioningafter the key switch was turned off.Turning the engine stop switch off killed theengine and most of the lights, though the turnsignals glowed faintly. It seemed that theElectrical Connection brand aftermarket foglamps were the only lighting equipment thatwas functioning normally at that point. So theowner took his bike to the local HondaPowerhouse Dealer for diagnosis and repair.Good idea, right?Yes, that’s ostensibly the best idea, especiallyif the machine is still eligible for warrantyrepair.After all, we have good reason to believethat the technicians and service managersemployed by authorized dealerships have beenthoroughly trained to repair the company’sproducts. And we might assume that a large,impressive dealership carrying the entire productline would be an especially safe bet.Assumptions are often unwarranted.The DiagnosisDiagnosing and repairing electrical problemsrequires knowledge of electrical principlesand training in diagnostic methods. Fieldexperience seasoned with a dash of commonsense then reinforces that knowledge andtraining. Experience as a technician, by itself,has often proven to be a necessary but insufficientcondition when it comes to diagnosingand repairing the root cause of a problem,especially one involving volts and amps.To his credit, the technician in this particularcase stayed the course until he found theroot cause of the strange symptoms describedearlier—a damaged pair of mated wire terminalson a major ground wire inside a wiringharness multi-pin connector (see photo 1).Unfortunately, he apparently thought that thisdamage was actually a symptom of some otherproblem—a problem he chose to attribute tothe installation of aftermarket fog lamps andoff-color headlamp bulbs of the same wattageas the originals.And that was what that technicianreported to the manufacturer as thecause of the heat damaged wire terminals ashe was requesting warranty authorization.Why would anyone request warrantyauthorization for a problem he felt wasn’trelated to a defect in OEM parts or workmanship?Your guess is as good as mine.Could the diagnosis have been correct?Not on your life. The fog lamps in questiondraw power directly from and are groundeddirectly to the battery terminals.The power isswitched on via a relay that draws only 80thousandths of one amp through the bike’sOEM fog lamp switch and is grounded directlyto the battery. So this fog lamp kit, regardlessof its power consumption, places absolutely noadditional demand on any ground wire in thebike’s original wiring system.1 2Single damaged terminal in otherwise unmolested coupler.Damaged terminals removed from coupler halves. Note the undamaged crimps andinsulation. Extremely isolated heat damage most likely caused by poor contact.46 Wing World

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34New terminals attached to correctgauge replacement wire.New coupler body installed on replacement terminals and wires.Butt splices allow attachment to original wire.The fact that the fog lamps worked flawlesslythrough all this should have been a cluethat they weren’t in the problem circuitry.Thewattage of the replacement headlamp bulbswas the same as the originals, so no adverseeffects could be attributed to them.We mightask, how can a factory-trained technician beexpected to determine the effects of aftermarketelectrical equipment?Having had the opportunity to inspectevery inch of that bike’s wiring, a person witha smidgen of electrical savvy, having seen thefog lamps weren’t grounded to the wire inquestion, would (should) have realized theyweren’t part of the equation. It doesn’t matterthat the bike was a Honda and the fog lampsweren’t. Electrical principles apply universallyacross product lines.So what caused these terminals to oxidizeand burn? Had current flow exceeded thewire’s capability, the wire’s insulation wouldshow evidence of heat damage along much ofits length. But what happened here startedwith either loose contact or oxidation of theterminals. Either condition would createresistance to current flow, and local heatingwould result at the point of resistance.Depending on the amount of resistance andcurrent flow, it may have taken years, months,or only days for this damage to occur. But theprocess was—resistance, heat, further oxidation,increased resistance, increased heat, andso on, until current flow was impeded to thepoint that circuits grounded through this wireeither began behaving oddly or not at all.The solution? Properly repair the singledamaged wire, and then test the electrical system.One symptom mentioned above—bulbsthat glow dimly when their circuit isn’t turnedon while other circuits fail to operate—is aclassic symptom of a failed ground connection.But then, one would likely have had to experiencethat several times in the field before thelesson was learned.Decisions, Decisions…Any manufacturer must rely on informationprovided by its service associates when determiningwhether to cover a repair under warranty.Considering what was reported in thiscase as the cause of the damage to the wiring,the manufacturer denied the claim—correctly,in my opinion. They had no reason to believethey’d received incorrect information from thetechnician.The customer was told of the decision.Now, it’s time for the customer to make adecision.What are the options?Authorize the recommended repair at ourown expense.Discuss alternative repair strategies withthe technician.Halt the work, and obtain a second opinion.Ask to be contacted by a company representativefor the purpose of reversing the warrantydenial before work proceeds.Contact the manufacturer’s CustomerAssistance folks before work proceeds to discussthe matter.Allow work to proceed, knowing the claimhas been denied, based on assurances fromwithin the dealership that “we’ll go to bat foryou with the manufacturer to get this covered.”Depending on the cost of the “recommendedrepair” and the nature of the actualproblem, the first and last options above couldbe very unfortunate choices. One needs to doa reasonableness check, perhaps by obtainingalternate opinions.In this case, the “recommended repair” fordamage to two small wiring terminals was toreplace the vehicle’s complete wiring harness,including the fuse box with all fuses and therelay box, including all 20 relays—that’s theway the harness is supplied. They evenreplaced the battery cables and the turn signalcancel control! How those could have beenassociated with the damage escapes me.Nevertheless, manufacturers often replaceentire wiring assemblies during a coveredrepair rather than trust technicians’ abilities toproperly solder, splice, or perform other electricalrepair tasks.This limits the chance that afailed repair could result in electrical failure oreven a vehicle fire that would expose the companyto litigation and possibly injure the customer.This is another cost of ignorance. A$1200 wiring harness substituted for $15Repairedsection isspliced tooriginal wire,bypassingdamaged slotsin originalcoupler.5 6From headlights to taillights, and everythingin between. This is themaze of wiring thatwas replaced ratherthan performing therepair shown in thepreceding photos.48 Wing World

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worth of repair parts fertilizes the backordersituation and eventually results in increasedvehicle prices. But given that the warrantyclaim had been denied, that the damage wasvery minimal, and that the necessary repairwas actually quite simple and inexpensive, doesthis repair strategy make sense on a customerpaidrepair? Of course not.But if the technician doesn’t understandwhat caused the damage or isn’t accomplishedat repairing electrical systems, he’s unlikely tohave knowledge of or confidence in anythingother than complete replacement. As you’veseen suggested before in these pages, decisionslike these separate technicians from partsreplacers.Cover Your AssetsSo much for the first option, but whatabout the last? If we believe, based on assurancesfrom dealership personnel, that there’san even chance they can get the warrantydenial reversed, then isn’t there also an evenchance that they can’t? Would it therefore beprudent to authorize a tremendously expensiverepair based on these assurances? I thinknot.And consider the reason in this case thatthe claim was denied—the tech told the companythat the damage was caused by aftermarketparts. That’s a deal-breaker. No way, nohow is the denial being reversed unless thetechnician tells the company he was mistaken.Likely? I don’t think so. Nevertheless, this wasthe option selected by the bike’s owner.That’sMajor Bad Decision #1.Having authorized the now completedrepair, and being presented with a repair ticketthat clearly stated all the charges are customerpaid—none shown in the warranty column—Major Bad Decision #2 was in paying the ticketin full and removing the bike from the dealership.Once that happens, the deal is done.There’s no further incentive for the dealershipto intercede with the manufacturer, and themanufacturer will have a devil of a time resolvingthe issue with the dealership.My hunch is that this hapless GL1800owner is $2200 out of pocket, and that no furtherresolution will be coming his way unlessthe manufacturer’s inspection of the harnessyields a verdict in his favor.Recommended Steps to ProblemResolutionAs consumers, we need to keep our witsabout us in situations like these and apply a bitof critical thinking. Act in haste, repent atleisure.When faced with an unusual and potentiallyexpensive repair, one should:1. Get a copy of the written cost estimatethat includes all work to be performed.2. Make certain that the dealer notifiesyou before making any additions to theRepair Order.3. Get a firm determination from thedealer, preferably in writing, whetherthe repair will be covered by the OEMwarranty. And do so before authorizingthe Repair Order.4. If not satisfied with any part of the precedingprocess, escalate your concernsto the store owner/manager.5. If still not satisfied, refer to yourowner’s manual for information oncontacting the Customer ServiceGroup at the OEM distributor(American Honda). They are there toassist with resolving differencesbetween dealers and customers.The preceding five steps are no guaranteethat a customer will get what they want ormay feel they deserve. But if followed, they willat least prevent the sort of unnecessary financialheartache this particular customer suffered.●Honda Gold Wings for Less!2008 & 2009 MODELS AVAILABLE AT ALL LOCATIONS!LOS ANGELES HONDAOTD CYCLESPORTS OFOakland and Auburn, CA and Denver, COCall for “OUT THE DOOR” Prices at 800-261-8397www.otdcyclesports.comAlways wear a helmet, eye protection and protective gear.50 Wing World

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B y R a n d y P o w e l l • C o n t r i b u t i n g W r i t e r • w w w . r i d e 2 u p . c o mOkay, so Christmas is over, you’re short on money because of everything you bought for the family, and your GoldWing is locked in that cold garage because the driveway is covered with snow.You haven’t ridden for almost twomonths, and the only time you’ve spent with your Wing was to charge up the battery. That gives you plenty of timeto start working on all those digital pictures you took last riding season!Your online photo album on one website (in this case, Phanfare) could look something like this.You are then given access to post yourpictures on their site and view themwhenever you wish.2. Some sites are totally free. Some arefree for a small amount of storage(about 1 gig—and that’s really not small),then they charge a fee for more storagespace. Some have an annual fee for anylevel of usage; these fees generally startat $39 a year and go up from there.3. Some sites feature a lot of advertising allaround your displayed pictures in theconstruction mode while some havereally clean, uncluttered presentationtemplates.4. Some sites are “dummy friendly” foruploading photos and captions whilesome are a little more complicated.5. Some sites let you view posted pictureswithout being a member while somerestrict access to members only.In 2008, I wrote an article for Wing Worldabout building your own website so youcould share your photo adventures withother riders (January 2008, page 48). But eventhough I received some great comments fromreaders (some from riders who even startedtheir own websites), most readers thought anentire website was too much work for them.And I can attest to the fact that I have spentover 300 hours on my own website. It is definitelyhard work.But what if I told you that—in less thantwo hours—you can post over 100 of yourbest pictures on the internet? And that youdon’t even have to start a website of your ownor be some kind of computer genius.Wouldn’tthat be interesting? Well, the key to this quickpost is to create your own online photoalbum on an online photo album website!What is an OnlinePhoto Album Website?Currently, there are dozens of photoalbum websites available online that allow youto simply register as a user and begin postingyour best photos. These sites vary greatly intheir capabilities, cost and “look”, but they allhave one thing in common—you don’t have tostart your own website to see your pictureson the internet.Here is how they work and how they differin function.1. You simply go to the website and registeryour online username and password.How Do I Locate an Online PhotoAlbum Website?Where are these websites? Hold on—here we go! These are NOT listed in any priority,and this list is not in any way totallyinclusive:www.phanfare.comwww.snapfish.comwww.photobucket.comwww.smugmug.comwww.shutterfly.comwww.keepandshare.comwww.picasa.comwww.hooray.comwww.pbase.comwww.windowslive.comwww.magix-photos.comwww.fototime.com52 Wing World

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Photos of your bike trip—likethese from my “Colorado FallColors” album—are fun toshare online with other riders.www.smilebox.comwww.myphotoalbum.comwww.picturetrail.comwww.u2upfly.comwww.smilebooks.comwww.seehere.comwww.photozig.comwww.kodakgallery.comwww.lenzus.comhttp://share-pix.comwww.jimage.comwww.ritzpix.comIf this list is not extensive enough for you,go to your favorite search engine and type in“free online photo albums”.The resulting linkswill make you dizzy!A Sampling of Online Photo Album WebsitesIn order to better inform you and save youa little time and research, I joined three ofthese sites and started putting photos onthem. First I joined www.photobucket.combecause I liked the name. Then I joinedwww.phanfare.com because a rider/friend ofmine had posted to that site after his cruiseship adventure last summer. I was reallyimpressed with his album. Lastly, I joinedwww.shutterfly.comNow before I get into the details of how tochoose a site and start your own album, let meanswer that question in the back of yourmind—“How do they pay for all this freeservice?”Well, most of these sites have a huge varietyof services that they offer to members fora fee, and there are some great services.Afteryou have posted your pictures, you can orderprints online that will be mailed directly toyour house.You can also buy complete printedphoto albums, imprinted T-shirts, coffeemugs, calendars, Christmas cards and assortedgifts of almost any kind.If you set up an account with Phanfare, forinstance, you will be amazed at their PhotoAlbum Scrapbook process. It will make yournew trip scrapbook look like it was done by amillion dollar advertising firm. In fact, I createda photo scrapbook online on a Mondayevening, processed the order with my creditcard, and received my completed book on myfront porch on Friday. I was amazed at thespeed of this process, and the quality wasincredible.An Added Benefit of Some OnlinePhoto Album WebsitesIn addition, on many sites you can orderCD/DVD backups, and some sites provide somuch storage (for a fee) that my friend hasevery picture from his home computerbacked-up online.Think of it this way, if someday his house were to burn down or if, in thefuture, his computer hard drive fails for anyreason, he will still have a copy online of everypicture he stored there.Currently, my own two computers arebacked up with a separate 300 gig hard drive.But if my house burned down or a thief stolemy computer and back-up drive, I would stilllose everything.Getting Started on Your AlbumHere’s how you start.1. First, you have to get your picturesorganized on your home computer. Icreated a new file folder on my back-uphard drive and copied every picture Iwanted to put online. That’s copied—NOT moved! Don’t EVER start modifyingan original picture. Instead, copy it54 Wing World

DEALER GUIDEALABAMAAdventure TrikesDothan, AL(334) 792-7444ARIZONASouthwest Trikes LLCPhoenix, AZ(602) 374-3510ARKANSASArkansas Trike CenterClarksville, AR(479) 754-4326NEVADATrike ToysHenderson, NV(702) 856-0308OHIOBlackburn’s Inc.Medina, OH(800) 424-0008OKLAHOMATrinity Trikes & CustomsMoore, OK(405) 794-3935and modify the copy.Also, I didn’t want tostore and show every picture, just someof the best. So I only chose the bestones to copy.2. Then I “cleaned up” all the pictures Iwanted to post. I use Adobe Photoshopa lot, but you can use any program to docolor correction, brightness or contrastadjustments, and cropping—and evenerasing—items from a picture. (In fact, Ihave been known to spend 30 minuteserasing a street sign, power line or evencorrecting some of that “helmet hair”that makes you look stupid in yourfavorite photo!)3. After you have spent enough time lookingat the various online photo albumwebsites, pick one and register as a user.After you register, some sites send anonline password to your email addressthat you then have to use to open andstart using their site. (NOTE: If you havea pop-up blocker or spam filter activatedon your computer, turn it off temporarily.Also, you may want to check your“blocked emails”. Otherwise, you maynot receive your confirmation email.)4. Find out if that site has an “easy editor”program to download. Phanfare has adownloadable program (aka “downloaddesktop application”). An “easy editor”program really makes it a cinch to addand delete pictures as well as to addcaptions and music.5. Now, upload only 10 pictures into onealbum and view your pictures individuallyor as a slideshow.6. Next, create a second album and upload10 pictures into that album.7. Find the option where you choose“public” viewing (versus “family” or“member” viewing only). This makes iteasier to let friends who are not membersof your site view your pictures.8. Put captions on your pictures andchoose your favorite music to play withthe slideshow function (if a musicoption is offered). Not all sites offermusic backgrounds for your slideshows.9. View the slideshows of your albumsagain.10. Now play with all the features—such asstyle, zoom, and music options—of thesite you selected. (I deactivated theCOLORADOUnique RidesFt. Collins, CO(970) 416-5986FLORIDAThoroughbredMotorsports of DaytonaDaytona Beach, FL(386) 255-1999GEORGIAR & R Trikes and BikesJasper, GA(706) 692-2382INDIANAAll AmericanThoroughbredEvansville, IN(888) 824-6566MARYLANDCycles & Trikes ofFrederickFrederick, MD(301) 662-9447MICHIGANJust 4 Wings, Inc.Clayton, MI(866) 842-9221MINNESOTATrikes by Dewey, LLCPerham, MN(218) 346-3920MISSISSIPPIFrank’s Trikes, LLCLaurel, MS(601) 425-1283NEBRASKAMotor Trike CentralNorfolk, NE(402) 379-2243Nutting Custom TrikesAfton, OK(918) 257-8795SOUTH CAROLINACMJ Motorsports, LLCSummerville, SC(843) 376-2020TENNESSEEBoswell’sNashville, TN(800) 475-0737Chattanooga Motorcycle& ScooterOoltewah, TN(423) 238-5388TEXASFun MotorsLongview, TX(903) 663-9100Mitchell FamilyMotor Trikes of AustinAustin, TX(512) 892-5800Mitchell FamilyMotor Trikes of GatesvilleGatesville, TX(254) 865-2731DFW Stallion Trikesof DallasArlington, TX(817) 695-1151Concho ValleyMotor TrikeMiles, TX(325) 468-4000VIRGINIAThoroughbredMotorsports of VirginiaSterling, VA(571) 237-2581I-877-3RIDE4YOUI-888-783-3348WWW.THOROUGHBRED-MOTORSPORTS.COMFebruary 2009 55

zoom feature in Phanfare because I liketo see the entire picture.)After you are comfortable with the siteyou picked, then begin uploading more pictures.Some sites also allow you to insertvideos.Let’s View Some Albums on PhanfareIf you want to see what an album lookslike, please go to my website at www.ride2up.com. On the homepage, I have placed a speciallink just for this article (http://albums.phanfare.com/ride2up). Just click on that link(or type http://albums.phanfare.com/ride2upinto your web browser’s address bar and hit“Enter”), and you can start viewing one of thetwo albums shown there.After you click on an album—for instance,the “Alaska ’08” album, then click on “StartSlideshow”.When it starts, click on the buttoncalled “Full Screen”. It will bring the photos uplarger (and you can make them smaller againand gain access to all the slideshow buttonsagain by pressing your ESC key at any timeduring the slideshow).Making a slideshow full screen is a greatway to view it and, if you do so while viewingmy “Colorado Fall Colors” album and don’texclaim “Wow!”, then you definitely needmore Starbucks! I can’t take the credit for thatgreat slideshow, however. Phanfare programdid it; I just took the pictures.Now, to see some albums I have placed onthe Photobucket website, click on the link(just below the other one on the www.ride2up.com website) called http://s388.photobucket.com/albums/oo330/campal1536/Photo Upload Sizes andFree Online StorageBefore you begin uploading photos, let mefirst explain the difference in which size photosyou may want to upload onto a site.When I first started uploading to Phanfare,I loaded every picture at its original resolution,which varied from 3 to 8 megapixels. Afteruploading about 20 pictures, I realized that if Iwere to downsize each picture to 1200 by 800pixels, I could get a lot more photos in thealbums with the free 1 GB of free storage.I called the friend I mentioned earlier (whoalready had photos on Phanfare before I did)for some advice. My friend told me to only usethe highest resolution I had.That way, if someonewants to download one of my photos, heor she will have a high resolution copy. So I didjust that.You may be surprised that after I got donewith my Alaska album—with its nearly 127 pictures—andmy Colorado Fall Colors album—with its almost 75 pictures—I still had onlyused 44 percent of the free storage I wasallowed. The Alaska album contains all 8 megpictures.The Colorado Fall Colors album contains3-8 meg pictures and a dozen color slidestaken over 25 years ago and digitized atCostco. These digitized slides are about theequivalent to a 5 meg picture.So you do get a fair amount of storage toupload photos, even when that space is free.Chapters May Want toConsider Online Photo AlbumsMany of the GWRRA Chapters out therehave their own website; some do not. If yourChapter has its own website and you wouldlike to let your Members share their pictureswithout having to put each one on theChapter site, why not encourage yourMembers to open their own online photoalbum?Afterward, you can place a link on theChapter website for each person’s onlinephoto album.Your Chapter website’s intro tothese links could look something like this (bythe way, these are all fictitious):Check out our Members’ best ride picturesby just clicking on the link on the right:Rudy Brown http://albums.phanfare.com/rbrownRon Carlson http://albums.phanfare.com/rcarlsonCharles Morse http://s388.photobucket.com/albums/oo330/cmorseJudy Smithers http://smugmug.com/jsmithersIf your Chapter does not have a websiteand you would like to share pictures online,simply use a Chapter Newsletter to list theURL addresses of your Chapter’s, and yourMembers’, online photo albums. Or you couldsend an email to Members that lists theseURLs.Then they can just click on the link withinthe email in order to view the albums.(NOTE: Some online sites do not easily providea URL that you can list as a link; Phanfaredoes.)Helpful Hints About Your Album:1. Don’t post junk pictures—those that areout of focus, too dark or with a lone bike500 yards away.When I was using a filmcamera years ago, everybody thought Iwas a great photographer when they sawmy collection. What they didn’t see wasme sorting through my slides when I gotthem back from the developer andthrowing away half of them. Now we justuse a “delete” button. Keep every picturethat means something to you, but don’tpost everything online.2. Don’t slip in pictures of the grandkidswith your trip pictures. Make a separatealbum for the grandkids’ pictures.This isone of the primary reasons online56 Wing World

albums were started in the first place—kids and grandkids pictures. Photo albumsites will accommodate your bike picturesand your family pictures; just makemultiple albums.3. Don’t try to sell anything with yourGWRRA album picture site.4. Keep any GWRRA-related presentation inline with GWRRA's stated goals and vision.Separate Albums for Separate SubjectsIf you want a little more free space to separateyour bike pictures from your family pictures,you can also simply create multipleaccounts if you have multiple online addresses.My wife and I use two different onlineaddresses, so we set up separate accountswith Phanfare which gives us 2 GB of storage.I use my online account for Gold Wing pictures,and she uses her online account for thefamily sharing pictures.Another nice feature of these sites is themultiple album capabilities. Every Gold Wingrider I know has a second major activity theydo in addition to riding their Wing.They ridedirt bikes, quads, hunt, fish, snowmobile, golf ordo some other interesting activity.With thesephoto album sites, you can just create a separatealbum for your other activities, just as Idid with the Colorado Fall Colors album onmy Phanfare site.ConclusionI have just scratched the surface of whatcan be done with these photo album sites.They are set up for family and group sharingof pictures, which makes them ideal for a GoldWing Chapter. If your Chapter decides to doso, I’d advise you pick someone in yourChapter who likes computers and get thatperson to help other Members utilize thisgreat capability.You could even have a Chaptersite and let Members post online their picturesto a central location which could bemanaged by a volunteer. The possibilities areendless.If you have any questions or I can assist youin any way, please email me at randy@ride2up.com. I will be happy to help you implementan online photo album for you, personally,or for your Chapter. After all, this is whatGWRRA is all about—Friends for Fun, Safetyand Knowledge.In conclusion, let me just say that I am, infact, a picture snob.After my years of photographyexperience, not much really impressesme anymore when it comes to photos and thedisplaying of them.But I am very impressed with some ofthese photo album sites. And I think, if youcheck them out, you will be too. ●GWRRAMEMBER BENEFITS• Wing World Magazine – Receive onefull year of product evaluations, riders’stories, technical information, beautifulphotos, free classified ads, and much,much more.• Rescue Program – Free roadside assistancefor your motorcycle. Upgrade for asmall fee to Rescue Plus, and be coveredwhile riding or driving in ANY non-commercialvehicle.• Gold Book Service Directory – You’renever alone when you carry your GoldBook. Participating Members listed bystate to assist you with lodging, tools,directions, or just fellowship.• Members’ Only Message Boards – Logon with your personal I.D. and chat withother Members, get technical advice,place an ad, get safety advice, and somuch more.• Rider Education – Award-winning skillenhancement courses for riders and coriders,as well as an elite Master TourRider Program.• Chapter Life – Come join the fun at aChapter meeting! Go along on a groupride, partake in a poker-run, potluck,charity ride, or any of the numerousactivities available to GWRRA Members.• Travel Now – Discount hotel program.Over 9,000 negotiated hotel rates forMembers only.• Leadership Training – Free life skillsand certified leadership training programsthat you’ll find applicable to allareas of your life. ww.gwrra.org/regional/training/training.htm• Professional Office Staff – Providesexceptional customer service that farexceeds the standard others provide.• Visit us at www.gwrra.org for a completelist of GWRRA benefits, and whileyou’re there why not join and beginaccessing your benefits right away!• Member Discount Benefit Programs –GWRRA negotiates with companies toprovide Discounts that benefit itsMembers—such as 5%-20% off Avis andBudget rental cars, over 2,500 discounteditems at Office Max retail stores,Member "Exclusive" monthly discountsfrom Wing World advertisers, and muchmore. Check back often to see an updatedlist of Member Discount Benefits.February 2009 57

B y T i n a V a s q u e z a n d S h a r o n S t a n l e yPlanning for a long-distance bike trip is always exciting.There are all kinds of fun things to consider, like whichpoints of interest to visit, which routes to take, and more. But along with the fun aspects of trip planning, any welltraveledlong-distance rider and Co-Rider know there are tedious tasks as well—like packing.Figuring out which items to pack andwhich ones to leave behind on your biketrip—as opposed to travel by someother mode of transportation—is always hard,but never more so than when your destinationrequires dressier clothes. Then, not only doyou have to pack the usual items for your ride,but ones for at your destination as well. Sowhat are some ways you can “have it all” whenpacking, yet still pack light?Well, you could purchase a cargo trailer orsome other storage option—and we’ve providedsome cargo info for you to check out onthe following pages. But packing light shouldstill remain a goal so that you can keep yourbike as free from overweight issues as possible;hence, keeping stopping distance at a minimum.Packing early and packing multi-purposeitems is one key to packing light. Another keyis to carry enough of everything but not toomuch of any one thing.Now if you’ve already taken plenty of longdistancerides, these tips may be too basic foryou. But if you haven’t—or if it’s been awhilesince you have—here are a few helpful tips topacking light for a destination ride.Plan Well in AdvanceOne of the most important ways to packlight for a long-distance ride is to pack early.Remember that you may not always beable to grab items on the fly, and not havingthat necessary item—a specific tool, forinstance—can be much more critical thanwhen traveling by other means. In addition, ifyou do have to purchase an essential item—like that tool—on the road, you’ll then have tofigure out where to pack it during the rest ofyour trip.Pack early so you don’t forget necessaryitems, but also so you don’t pack duplicates.Enough tools and First Aid items should be atop priority. That being said, however, packingat least two or three days in advance may giveyou the chance to figure out ways in whichone item can serve a few purposes. Forinstance, certain Leatherman tools may serveseveral tool needs, and hydrogen peroxide canserve not only as a First Aid antiseptic but, ina pinch, as mouthwash as well.In addition, extra days will give you the crucialtime you need to keep track of changingweather conditions and to make any necessaryadjustments to your items.First, Make a Checklist of the EssentialsTrip essentials will vary for everyone andfor each ride but, in order to anticipate all ofyour essentials, it’s wise to run the entirecourse of your trip in your head beforehand.It’s also good to make a physical checklist.For instance, you may remember the sunscreenfor during your ride but forget theinsect repellent you’ll need at your destination.Andone essential no one should forget isZiploc bags of various sizes. Not only do theyserve many already considered purposes—likekeeping items separated and dry—they canalso be used in unplanned ways, like outside aCo-Rider’s gloves in extreme weather conditionsto keep her or his hands dry and warm.Likewise, jumbo bags can be used inside bothtravelers’ pairs of boots for the same reasons.Be sure to check off each item only afteryou’ve placed it in the pile you plan to pack.And though you may ultimately want to packthese essentials last to allow for easy accessduring your ride—initially pack them firstin order to see how much space remainsavailable.Separate Non-essentialsinto “Needs” versus “Wants”Now, make a checklist of your needs versusyour wants. Two of the most importantquestions you can ask yourself when makingthis list are: 1.After the essentials, what otheritems do I feel I need—as opposed to simplywant—during each stage of my journey? and 2.Have I made sure one of my needs is enoughcomfortable riding clothing?Highlight the most urgently neededitems—like comfortable riding clothes—andpack these highlighted items first. Rememberthat, while you still hope there’ll be room forother clothes—like that Hawaiian buttondownfor the destination’s “Luau Night”—comfortable riding clothes are the most crucialones. Remaining comfortable while onyour ride can even be considered a safetyissue.One urgently needed clothing item shouldalways be at least one cold-weather item suchas thermal or fleece undergarments. While itmay not get unexpectedly cold enough tocause hypothermia, riding while even mildlychilled can be a distraction.And if you’ve neverridden through certain areas—such as thedesert—after dark, you may be shocked athow cold it can get.Getting to the “Wants Checklist”Still got some space? Now comes the hardpart of packing light—discriminating betweenwhich items on the “Wants Checklist” justifythe amount of weight they will add to yourbike.Let it suffice to say that you should neverexceed your bike’s load limits.That said, however,you are also prudent to stay well belowthose limits. After all, less weight means ashorter stopping distance. So for safety’s sake,why not pack as light as possible?But how do you start scrubbing down the“Wants Checklist”? The answer is to, again,think multi-purpose and to plan in advance.For instance, personal hygiene items shouldbe kept to a minimum not only in the numberand size of those items but increased in theirfunctionality as well. Obviously you’d think tobring a smaller tube of toothpaste, but haveyou ever considered dry dental powderinstead? Pour a small amount into a Ziplocbag, and it will be a fraction of the weight ofeven a small tube of paste. (You can even makeyour own by mixing three parts baking soda toone part salt.) And ladies, did you know thatgood old sugar will not only sweeten your cof-58 Wing World

fee but can also be used as an all-over exfoliant?That single item could eliminate oneor more beauty bottles.In regard to consumables, you can narrowyour wants list by asking and answeringthese questions before the trip even begins:“Will this be enough food and beverage toget us between each overnight stop? If so,will there definitely be stores at the nextstop at which we can then get more items(also, will those stores definitely be openthe day, time, and season we’re there)?”Either way, however, you should always havesome “emergency food” packed. In case of abreakdown, etc., always have enough waterand protein-rich foods, like several proteinbars and/or the old standby, peanut butter,on hand.One tip in regard to clothing is that, ifyou ride in jeans and have a sturdy, comfortablepair of riding jeans that are alsodark-washed or black, pack those jeansinstead. They can probably also serve asdress jeans at your destination. Likewisewith other “comfortable riding clothes”you’ve already packed. Long-sleevedmicrofiber or Coolmax shirts can oftenpass as a dressier item at your destinationand most dry quickly. Being able to washthem nightly can cut down on the amountof shirts you’ll need to bring.And many other synthetic, non-wrinklingitems also dry quickly and are multi-purpose.For instance, ladies, you may be able totake a dress after all—just make it a washableRayon one. Wear it as a dress one nightthen, another night, pair it with a blouse andyou’ve already created two separate outfits.And both sexes should consider taking apair of convertible, zip-on/zip-off bottomhiking pants. Most are casual enough for astroll through town and dressy enough for anight out—whether worn as full-lengthpants or shorts. In addition, most dry quickly,are non-wrinkling and, by the way, are allthe rage.When it comes to socks, don’t skimp onquality. A couple pair of quality ridingsocks—like TechSox—are not only comfortableto ride in but also have antimicrobialbarriers that inhibit odor. You may nothave to wash them nightly but, if you do,they’ll dry quickly.BushtecBushtec’s new Special Projects Team createsa one-of-a-kind trailer by offering custompaint and graphics, hand pinstriping, one-offcustom wheel designs, and special interiorappointments.EscapadeEscapade Trailers, a division of CaliforniaSide Car, Inc., designed some of its models,specifically the Elite, with the GL1800’s style inmind. This results in a color-matched versionthat incorporates the sleek lines and stylecharacteristics of the new Gold Wing.HanniganSome Cargo and TouringTrailer Manufacturer Highlights:Jason IndustriesJason Industries declares that its motorcycletrailers, particularly the new Blade, are theultimate in stylish and contemporary design.NeoshoNeosho Fiberglass offers several models ofthe Starlight Utility trailer, a lightweight andinexpensive trailer option, including the newStreamline and Streamline Deluxe.Piggy BackerJason’s BladeConclusionThe keys to packing light are to packearly, make physical checklists, load yourcargo space in advance and then start whittlingdown as necessary. Also, think multipurposefor every item, even the smallestones.By keeping these tips in mind, you’ll bewell on your way to having a lighter load foryour next extended motorcycle trip. ●Hannigan’s Europa IIHannigan Motorsports states that its Sierraand Europa II trailers’ sleek, aerodynamicshape make for minimal effect on fuel mileageand motorcycle handling, which is particularlyimpressive because of the amount of storagecapacity they provide—24-27 cubic feet.Piggy Backer prides itself in the compactnessof its models, which weigh as little as 170pounds. Assembly is required, but the companystates that either of its two models is easyto assemble in two hours or less.February 2009 59

Tag A LongTag A Long Trailers, a division of MattrixManufacturing Company, not only offers itsoriginal trailer with 20 cubic feet of storagespace, the Rover, but a new, smaller version aswell, called the Quest. In addition, the companyoffers a new, wheel-less “trailer” for trikes,manufactured exclusively by Tag A Long andCool Custom Trikes.Country TrailersCountry Trailers says that the name thatwon its “name that trailer” contest was “TheBreeze” because, as customers said “It pullslike a breeze; you don’t even know it’s behindyou”. It is also designed in the front so that theexhaust from the bike does not circle back upto the passenger, and the sides are designed sothat the air will separate and go around thetrailer to help stabilize the bike in a heavycrosswind, the company says.TailwindSST says “the key to good engineering [of amotorcycle cargo/touring trailer] is bringing itall together. It takes a combination of lightweight design, with a rigid chassis and a verysoft supple suspension system, perfect balanceand super aerodynamics to result in just theright design combination to provide unparalleledperformance”.And the company claims ithas found that key.Uni-GoOne of the only single-wheeled motorcycletrailers on the market, Uni-Go states that,even when fully loaded, its trailers have a minimaleffect on a bike’s cornering and brakingability, in part because it tracks perfectly inlinewith the bike. Plus it’s a mere 70 pounds whenempty.NOTE: Some of the aforementionedmanufacturers, like SST, may also offerCamper Trailer options.Some Unique Cargo andTouring Trailer Manufacturersto Check Out:American Custom TrailersWell-known for its unique pet trailers,Wags now offers its HDCP trailers for transportinghandicap power scooters or chairs.Some CamperTrailer Manufacturersto Check Out:• Bunkhouse• Kompact Kamp• Lees-ure LiteLees-ure Lite says that not only is its popup tenttrailer light weight and sets up in just 6.8 seconds,the entire interior is storage space.• Roll-A-Home• Time Out• Toy CarrierYou may wonder why Toy Carrier is listedhere. That’s because the manufacturer,renowned for its line of motorcycle carriertrailers, has just introduced a new motorcyclecamper trailer option.Trailer Alternativesto Check Out:• The AutoLinx Motorcycle GolfBag/Travel Case Carrier.Tailwind Trailers claims that—due in partto its Triplex Suspension and aerospace quality“E Glass” material—it has the smoothestpulling/best-handlingtrailer on the market.Slip Stream Transport (SST)American Custom’s Ford Mustang trailer.Renowned for their hand-crafted trailersemblances of four-wheeled vehicles, the company’sFord Mustang model is officially licensedby The Ford Motor Company.Wags Unique Trailers• The Pakit Rak Luggage System fromDixon “Y” Machine, Inc.●60 Wing World

By Angie Cooper • GWRRA #300375 • Scranton, South CarolinaWhen receiving a gift, there isnothing quite like the feelingof suspense and excitementone has when handed a brightly wrappedpackage. But my dad's was different.I live on the family farm and acrossthe road from my dad, George Sansbury.One evening, I was visited by my dadand—unbeknownst even to him—hepresented me with one of the greatestgifts I would ever receive.Being 69 years old at the time of hisvisit, he was becoming aware of just howmuch of a workaholic he had been all ofhis life and how he wanted a closer bondwith his family.With this in mind, he asked mefor a favor. I still don’t know what he thoughtmy response would be but, being a daring man,he asked anyway.He asked if I would learn to ride amotorcycle so that we could do more thingstogether.Boy, was I floored! I began laughing, as I amnot one to do anything remotely athletic orphysically challenging in any way. Nor do Ifaintly resemble a “biker chick”.But when I saw the hopefulness of myacceptance in his eyes, I couldn’t tell my dad“No”. After all, loving fathers give so much totheir children—how great it felt to be able togive something back to him. (Secretly, though,I hoped that once he actually saw me on a bikeMy dad (left) and me on one of our rides together.he would realize that these two things—a bikeand me—did not go together!)And what about that gift that my dad gaveto me?Well, it has now been seven years since mydad taught me how to ride a motorcycle, andriding has certainly changed my life. To beginwith, I found a best friend in my dad.We wouldride together to different coffee houses in thearea, where we would meet new people andhe would critique my riding with the purposeof making me a better rider.My father was a Member of GWRRA, so Ibecame one, too.And then there was the joy of knowingthat, whenever we rode, he was always ridingright behind me. It was just like when I was alittle girl learning to ride a bicycle forthe first time.On October 20 of 2007, my dad suffereda massive stroke. He passed awayon November 16 that same year, at theage of 76. However, when he had hisstroke, he had it while fulfilling hisdream: We were riding bikes togetherin the mountains.Nothing will ever replace the memoriesof the wonderful times that he andI shared during those seven marvelousyears of riding together.Nor could anything ever do for mewhat riding has done. Riding has presentedme the privilege of understanding whoI am as a person. I have found an adventurousside of me that I never knew existed. I havefound the courage to be more outgoing andeven a daredevil at times. Imagine that!February 2009 61

Me, putting a Tail of the Dragonsticker on my and my dad’sbike. (Beneath my hands, thebike reads “Daddy’s Girl”.)The group who rode with me to help me “conquer the Dragon”.After dad passed, I just couldn’t sell hisbike. Instead, I sold mine so I could have dad’sbike triked. That way, my 7-year-old granddaughter,TaylorGuilford, and I could continueto share this wonderful gift of riding. Eversince Taylor has been old enough to sit still,she has enjoyed riding on the back.Today,Taylor and I ride to the same placesthat my dad and I once rode. If you were toask her what her feelings are on the subject ofriding, she would say in a heartbeat,“Life is forliving!” And, seeing my dad’s gift of riding beingpassed down to her, I would have to agreewith her!But the story doesn’t end here. You see,when dad had his stroke, we were in themountains, just as I said. But what I omittedwas that we were just a few miles from ridingthe Tail of the Dragon.The dream of us ridingthe Tail of the Dragon together had been agoal of mine ever since he taught me to ride.Unfortunately, that never happened.What did happen, however, was that thefollowing year—September 27, 2008—I rodewith the same group of riders (members ofSouthern Cruisers Riding Club, Chapter 93)back to the mountains. This time I was goingto ride the Dragon with him, even though mydad would be with me only in my heart.Thiswas something I just had to do in order tohave closure. I had to ride the Dragon for us,for him, for me.The group knew the story about my andmy dad's prior plans to ride the Tail of theDragon, so they did all they could to prepareme and to take care of me while we rode.Most rode ahead of me—a few rodebehind—as they knew just how hard this wasgoing to be for me personally.I cried, as well as prayed, for God’s protectivehand to be with me, all the way. Once Iarrived at the top, I was greeted with a loudapplause by those who had reached it first!Then, with tears shedding, I placed the firstdragon sticker on the windshield of my andmy dad’s bike.The return trip back down the Dragonwas a little bit different than going up. On thereturn down the mountain, I prayed that Godwould please let me know that Daddy waswith me and, in some way, that it would beunmistakable. Being the loving God that He is,He did just that! All of the sudden, the bell onthe trike began to ring—and it kept on ringingfor a good minute or so. (This is the bellthat my dad bought for me at a rally the firstyear I began to ride. I’ve heard it make asound here or there, but never for that lengthof time.)I knew without a doubt that Dad was withme and that he was proud of me for conqueringnot only the Tail of the Dragon but myfears as well. Thank you, Daddy, for all yourprecious, wonderful gifts—including the gift ofriding!●62 Wing World

GWRRAInvites you toWing Ding 31Tulsa, Oklahoma • July 2-5, 2009To register, simply mail or fax this form, or call 1.800.843.9460,or visit www.wing-ding.org on the Internet.RIDER’S NAME: _______________________________ GWRRA MEMBER # _______________CO-RIDER’S NAME: ___________________________ GWRRA MEMBER # _______________CO-RIDER’S NAME: ___________________________ GWRRA MEMBER # _______________MAILING ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________CITY/ST/ZIP: ____________________________________________________________________COUNTRY:______________________________________________________________________HOME PHONE: _________________________________________________________________WORK PHONE: _________________________________________________________________E-MAIL ADDRESS: ________________________________________________________________PREREGISTRATION: (Postmarked before May 18, 2009) LATE: (Postmarked May 18 - June 15, 2009)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 = $Full registration includes:access to trade show,seminars, talent show, fieldevents, parades, openingand closing ceremonies.Plus, each full registrantreceives a souvenir event pin,event program, coupon book,one door prize ticket and onegrand prize ticket for a chanceto win thousands of dollars inprizes!Please use ONE form foreach rider (the rider is thedriver of the motorcycle). Coriders(passengers) use thesame form as the rider.Number of Non-Members x $50 = $Number of Non-Members x $55 = $Preregister by May 18, 2009 and receive a certificate for 10% off Goodie Booth purchases.(One 10% certificate per registration packet, good for 1 trip to Goodie Booth). Certificate will be in preregistration packet.Children 15 and under at the time of the event are admitted free. Cancellations in writing must be received at theHome Office on or before June 15, 2009, and are subject to a $15 handling charge. No telephone or verbal cancellationswill be accepted. Day passes will be available, $15 for Members, $22 for non-members. On-site full registrationfee is $50 for Members and $60 for non-members.Please note, only registered delegates may participate in Wing Ding functions, activitiesand events! Additional lodging and camping information will be sent with your registrationconfirmation 2-3 weeks after your application is processed. Armbands, tickets, T-shirts or any other items purchased willbe available for pickup beginning the day prior to Wing Ding in the registration area.•B L U E B E L L C R E A M E R Y T O U R•Blue Bell Creamery Tours - Includes bus transportation, tour and free ice cream!July 2nd 12:00pm departure, return by 2:00pm Number of persons _____ x $6 = $ ________1:00pm departure, return by 3:00pm Number of persons _____ x $6 = $ ________July 3rd 10:00am departure, return by 12:00pm Number of persons _____ x $6 = $ ________11:00am departure, return by 1:00pm Number of persons _____ x $6 = $ ________Blue Bell Creamery Tours - Includes tour and free ice cream! (no transportation)July 2nd 12:30pm Tour start time Number of persons _____ x $2 = $ ________1:30pm Tour start timeNumber of persons _____ x $2 = $ ________July 3rd 10:30am Tour start time Number of persons _____ x $2 = $ ________11:30am Tour start timeNumber of persons _____ x $2 = $ ________Reservations are needed as space is limited. Reserve your space today!FAX or MAIL this form to:GWRRAP.O. Box 42450Phoenix, AZ 85080-24501.800.843.9460623.581.2500 (Phoenix)Fax: 623.581.3844Register on-line atwww.wing-ding.orgContinued on other side…

Wing Ding 31, July 2-5, 2009 • Tulsa, OklahomaRIDER EDUCATION COURSESThe number and availability of courses is dependent upon the number of participants. You will benotified of your class time and location as soon as possible.Note: Certification cost is per bike!*ERCERCGWRRA ARCSidecarTraileringTrike(One-up) Learn advanced techniques in turning, maximum braking, swerving andother possible lifesaving techniques plus mental skills and situation strategies for thesingle rider. 5.5 hours (range only).(Two-up) This course offers the same basic principles as the ERC with the addedelement of a co-rider. 5.5 hours (range only).Experience advanced techniques in turning, maximum braking, and swervingtechniques plus mental and situational strategies in GWRRA's own Advanced RiderCourse. 8.0 hours (classroom & range).This course offers advanced techniques of riding with a sidecar as well as situationstrategies and accident avoidance tactics.6 hours (3 classroom/3 riding).Learn advanced trailering techniques and strategies for safe and enjoyable travel.Motorcycles only, no trikes or sidecars please.6 hours (3 classroom/3 riding).This course teaches advanced riding skills for the trike rider such asmaximum braking, swerving and turning. 6 hours (3 classroom/3 riding).CPR/First Aid This course is designed to teach and certify you in the basic principles of CPR and(New) First Aid. Come and learn these absolutely essential lifesaving techniques. 8 hours.CPR/First Aid This course is designed to refresh and recertify you in the basic principles of CPR(Renew) and First Aid. 4 hours.Child & Infant This course is designed to teach and certify you in the Child & Infant principlesCPR/First Aid of CPR and First Aid. Come and learn these lifesaving techniques. 8 hours.(New)CLASS # OF PEOPLE TOTALERC (one-up) __________________ $50* per bike = _________________ERC (two-up) __________________ $50* per bike = _________________Rider ________________________ Co-Rider_______________________GWRRA ARC _________________ $50* per bike = _________________Rider ________________________ Co-Rider_______________________Sidecar ______________________ $50* per bike = _________________Rider ________________________ Co-Rider_______________________Trailering _____________________ $50* per bike = _________________Rider ________________________ Co-Rider_______________________Trike _________________________ $50* per bike = _________________Rider ________________________ Co-Rider_______________________CPR/First Aid-New _____________ x $50*per person = _____________Name ________________________ Name ________________________CPR/First Aid-Renewal __________ x $50*per person = _____________Name ________________________ Name ________________________Child/Infant CPR/First Aid _______ x $50*per person = _____________Name ________________________ Name ________________________*$30 refund after course completionGrand Total ______________________GRAND PRIZE DRAWING OF $10,000 CASH!Need not be present to win!____________ 5 Tickets = $15____________ 10 Tickets = $20____________ 20 Tickets = $30____________ 40 Tickets = $50Total ______________GRAND 50/20-15-10-5 (4 WINNERS!)1 Yard (18 tickets) = $103 Yards (54 tickets) = $207 Yards (126 tickets) = $40Total ______________Need not be present to win! Drawings held at Closing Ceremonies.GWRRA not responsible for filling out tickets or placing them intohopper. Altered, illegible or counterfeit tickets will be voided.BBQ BUFFET DINNER (all-you-can-eat)Friday, July 3rd prior to the entertainmenthosted by J&M Corp. (Seating is limited, while supplies last)Number of people ______ X $10.50 = ____________SOUVENIRWING DING T-SHIRT(Place quantity next to size)OPTION: To receive your event shirt in advance,please add $ 3 (s/h) per shirt. Valid only fororders placed by May 4th, 2009._______ Small x $15= ______ (+$3/shirt)=_____________ Medium x $15= ______ (+$3/shirt)=_____________ Large x $15= ______ (+$3/shirt)=_____________ XLx $15= ______ (+$3/shirt)=_____________ 2XLx $17= ______ (+$3/shirt)=_____________ 3XLx $20= ______ (+$3/shirt)=_____________ Golf Shirt (Qty) x $25= ______ (N/A)Golf Shirt size(s) ____ ____ ____ ____Total _______________BIKE SHOW COMPETITIONThirty-six classifications! Includes a special souvenir pin.Number of bikes ___________ x $10 = __________________POKER RUNS (8 WINNERS!)Need not be present to win! Includes a special souvenirpin. First place ($500), second ($250), third ($100),fourth ($50), fifth - eighth ($25 each). Winners will beposted on Closing Day. Five card draw.Number of hands ____________ x $10 = _________________Keep informed of new informationas it becomes available.Go to:www.wing-ding.orgFAX or MAIL this form to:GWRRA • P.O. Box 42450Phoenix, AZ 85080-24501.800.843.9460 • Fax: 623.581.3844Register online atwww.wing-ding.orgGRAND TOTAL: $ENCLOSED ❑ Check ❑ Money OrderPlease send check or money order in equivalent U.S. funds. All others will be returned tosender for adjustment. Please do not send cash.CHARGE MY: ❑ M/C ❑ VISA ❑ AmEx ❑ DiscoverNumber:Exp.Signature:

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ParkOologah Lake- HawthornBluff Campground at the Dam66 Mobile Home & RV Park71st Street RVx215431 miles north of Tulsa on Highway169 and then 88 last 3 miles.1-918-443-2319 www.recreation.gov7514 W. 80th St. 918-224-153612813 E. 71st St.,Broken Arrow, OK918-252-3823Cherry Hill Estates 4808 S. Elwood Ave. 918-446-9342Estes Park 1710 S. 79th E. Ave. 918-627-3150Mingo RV Park Interstate 244 & Mingo Rd. 800-932-8824Warrior Campground 5131 S. Union Ave. 918-446-3199Keystone State ParkSkiatook Lake- Tall ChiefCove Campground22 miles west of Tulsaon highway 412 1-800-654-8240 www.shopoklahoma.com/keystone.htm28 miles from Tulsain the Osage Hills1-918-288-6820 www.recreation.govReservationsReservations can be made by FAX, MAIL or ONLINE between July 3, 2008 and June 1, 2009. To receive the convention room rate, reservationsmust be made through the Tulsa Convention Housing Bureau. If you prefer to fax or mail your reservation, you can follow the links fromwww.wing-ding.org to download the form. ONLINE: www.housingweb.net (use code 2191) FAX: 918-599-6154. Or MAIL: Tulsa ConventionHousing Bureau, Two West Second Street, Suite 150, Tulsa, OK 74103.66 Wing World

J u s t J o k i n ’ . . .Wing ShotWing HumorFound this tire…but I'm not sure it’s the right size for my Wing.My (Rob McIntosh, GWRRA #223460, of Torrington, Wyoming) 2005 Gold Wing needs a newback tire. I found this one just sitting along the side of the road while I was out for a morning ride.Actually, I think it is a mailbox for the people who live there, but I thought it made a funny photo.Amechanic was removing a cylinder headfrom the motor of a Gold Wing when hespotted a well-known cardiologist in hisshop.The cardiologist was there waiting for theservice manager to come and take a look athis bike when the mechanic shouted acrossthe garage, "Hey Doc, want to take a look atthis?"The cardiologist, a bit surprised, walkedover to where the mechanic was working onthe motorcycle.The mechanic straightened up,wiped his hands on a rag and asked, "So Doc,look at this engine. I open its heart, take thevalves out, repair any damage, and then putthem back in, and when I finish, it works justlike new. So how come I make $39,675 a year(a pretty small salary) and you get the reallybig bucks ($1,695,759) when you and I aredoing basically the same work?"The cardiologist paused, smiled, and leanedover.Then he whispered to the mechanic..."Trydoing it with the engine running."●• GWRRA Membership Application •Member Name: ______________________________________________________ ❏ New ❏ Renew Member No: __________________LastFirstCo-Rider Names: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________Mailing Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ❏ USA ❏ Canada ❏ Other: ________________City State ZipTelephone: Home: ( ) ________________________________Work: ( ) ___________________________E-Mail:____________________Gold Book Directory Information (must check at least one):A) ❏ Truck/Trailer B) ❏ Phone Calls Only C) ❏ Tent Space D) ❏ Lodging E) ❏ Tools F) ❏ Tour Guide ❏ Do Not list me in the Gold BookGWRRA21423 North 11 AvenuePhoenix AZ 85027800-843-9460(623) 581-2500(623) 581-3844 Faxwww.gwrra.orgwww.towbusters.comNew Members—Who referred you to us?Member Type (Select One)Individual Membership❏ 3 yrs $120 USD ❏ 2 yrs $85 USD ❏ 1 yr $45 USDFamily Membership (2 or more people in household)❏ 3 yrs $150 USD ❏ 2 yrs $105 USD ❏ 1 yr $55 USDAssociate Individual*❏ 3 yrs $135 USD ❏ 2 yrs $95 USD ❏ 1 yr $50 USDAssociate Family*❏ 3 yrs $165 USD ❏ 2 yrs $115 USD ❏ 1 yr $60 USDSubscription Only (Wing World Magazine) ❏ 1 yr $40*The Associate Membership is for those who wish to take advantage ofGWRRA and its benefits and do not own a Gold Wing or Valkyrie.❏ Yes! I want Rescue Plus for just $25 per year.(Non-Members $50)Rescue Plus offers enhanced benefits and covers all registered driversin your household while driving or riding in any non-commercialvehicle or motorcycle. Rescue Plus also covers your motorcycle trailer.Certain limitations and exclusions apply to coverage. All individualsmust be registered with GWRRA to receive a membership cardand coverage. Members of GWRRA must have a Family Membershipto cover multiple drivers.❏ Exclude me from email offers.❏ Exclude me from mailings.Name: ________________________________________________ Member # _______________________Payment InformationMake checks payable in US Funds to GWRRA. GWRRA dues are not deductible as a charitable contribution for federal tax purposes.Credit Card Number/Expiration Date: ___________________________________________Cardholder’s Signature: _____________________________February 2009 67

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Go from four-wheel touring to two-wheelfun — and back again — in minutes!New “Where’s Wingy” Contest RulesGWRRA Members:WIN $50!Here’s how the contest works: Each month,search the ads in your Wing World magazine andfollow these instructions:• Find “Wingy” (shown here).Then:• Email your entry tocontest@wingworldmag.comYou may choose to mail your entry to: WWFebruary “Wingy” Contest, 1 W. Deer ValleyRoad – Suite 300, Phoenix,AZ 85027. Allentries must be received before February1st.Entries must include your name, mailing address,phone number, GWRRA membership number andthe following:• The page number onwhich “Wingy” is located.• The name of the companyhosting “Wingy”.• The location in the adwhere “Wingy” was found.A winner will be randomly chosen on February1st; the lucky winner of the $50 will be contacted byemail or phone. Additionally, the February winner’sname will be published in the April issue of WingWorld magazine. Limit one entry and winner perissue!So, enjoy the search! 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Auth. .............................45Hannigan Motorsports ..............................29Heritage Honda ........................................33Honda Of Tupelo.......................................34INB Radio .................................................38J & M Corp .................................................2Jason Industries .........................................6Kennedy Group.........................................61Kuryakyn...................................................14LA Honda..................................................50Lawrenceville Honda ................................56Lehman Trikes U.S.A., Inc. .......................84Markel American Insurance Company .....13Midwest Lists & More/Bradford Group......31Motor Trike.....................................41-44, 55Niehaus Cycle Sales ................................49Progressive Insurance ................................5Safety Features ........................................35Schroaders Honda ..............................22-23Sierra Electronics......................................47The Trike Shop..........................................17Tow-Pac, Inc .............................................40Utopia Products, Inc. ................................34Wags Unique Trailers................................35Wing Stuff.Com ...................................26-27Wingman Enterprise.................................39World On Wheels......................................3670 Wing World

FREE CLASSIFIEDSVisit www.gwrra.org/message boards/classifieds for up-to-date, Member-maintained classified listings.These classified listings are a benefit for GWRRA Members and are for GWRRA Members’ personal property only.Listings limited to approximately 30 words each. We reserve the right to edit entries. Include year, model, mileage, price,name, phone number, e-mail, state or province.Type or print written entries and send to “Classified Ads,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027,or by e-mail to sstanley@gwrra.org. Deadline is fourth Friday of the month approximately two months before issue’s coverdate. Ads run one month on a first-come, first-served, space-available basis. Late-arriving ads are held for a succeeding issue.GWRRA assumes no responsibility for quality of items listed, nor for the outcome of transactionsinitiated through these listings.COMMERCIAL CLASSIFIEDSNEED PARTS FOR YOUR OLDER GOLD WING?We are your #1 source! Over 2000 used parts in stock andmore than 20 GL's waiting to be stripped down. We specializein Wing parts from 1980 to 1990. Visit us online atWWW.USEDGOLDWINGPARTS.COM or call 305-305-1839.www.paulexports.com, Florida, is looking for usedGold Wing parts (no trike takeoff parts, pls) and Gold WingGL1500s and GL1800s in any condition (salvage, highmileage, abused also) for export. Nationwide pickup available.727-259-3021. e-mail: info@paulexports.com.WOWMotorcycles.com. BUY—SELL—TRADE anyWing. Highest prices paid for clean bikes!!! America’slargest independent dealer of used bikes (500+ in stock).Always huge inventory of highest quality Wings, Valkyriesand others. Coast-to-coast pick up and delivery. Call us nowor whenever. Check us out at www.Wowmotorcycles.com orcall 1-800-572-3720.MEMBER “FOR SALE”MOTORCYCLES1982 Honda Ascot FT 500 Collectors Item. Single cylinder 500ccelectric start. Showroom condition black. 3,084 mi. Always kept inheated space; never seen rain. Runs perfect. $5,000. (978) 774-3289. Wenham, MA.1989 Gold Wing. Cherry Red. 130K mi. Never down. Garage kept.New 90-amp alternator, new battery. Passenger armrests, floorboards,lots of chrome. $6,500. (256) 247-0258 (home) or(256) 412-2009 (cell). AL.1989 Gold Wing with side car. 37K mi. $9,000. Edwin. (260-563-575l). Wabash, IN.EVENTSWe list only GWRRA-sponsored functions by category,name, date, location and contact person and information. For fulldetails, including rally costs, we recommend you also visit on-linelistings according to GWRRA Region, District and Chapter. Eventlistings may run up to six months in advance of an event, and willrun through the month of the issue’s cover date. “Photo Tours” and“Other Tours” will appear periodically. The deadline for Events isapproximately the fourth Friday of the month, three months beforethe issue’s cover date.To submit event information, e-mail editor@gwrra.org or mailto “Event & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Ave., Phoenix,AZ 85027.***To best understand the EVENTS SUBMISSIONDEADLINE, use the cover date (for example,September 2008); do not count that month(September); count back two months (in this case,August and July). Therefore, the fourth Friday ofJune is considered the fourth Friday the submissionis due for the September issue.**** Indicates new listing in this issue.1995 Gold Wing GL1500 SE. Pearl Green. 20th anniversary edition.44K mi. Garage kept. Excellent condition. Never down.$6,200. Dave. (517) 655-5388. MI.1999 SE Gold Wing. Two-tone red. 19,300 mi. New tires (Elite-3’s) and new battery. Excellent condition. Extras included. Asking$10,500 obo. Bob. (262) 248-2167 or lk_geneva@hotmail.com.2000 GL1500 Gold Wing Aspencade. Not a scratch in 44,000miles. Never down and in perfect condition. $9,500. allanrandall@hotmail.comor (818) 881-7668. CA.2006 Gold Wing with matching BushTec GL trailer. Burgundy Red.24K mi. Thousands in accessories. Call or email for list. Loss ofvision forces sale. $25,000. Bob. (559)822-6246 or bshockley@netptc.net.CA.2006 Gold Wing GL1800. Dark Red. 42K mi. Comfort Package.XM Radio. $5,000 in Add-Ons. 7-year Honda warranty. $16,900obo. Scott. (928) 783-2727 or cpaazz@msn.com. AZ.TRIKES1990 GL 1500 SE with California Sidecar conversion. Pearl White.40K mi. Always garaged and covered, very clean and in excellentcondition. Two Arai helmets with J&M headsets, new Road SofaSaddle. Much, much, more. $15,000 firm. Photos on request. Oneowner. Dick. (330) 482-0542 or debosel@sbcglobal.net.Leetonia, OH.1996 GL1500 SE Gold Wing with Motor Trike Classic I Kit. CandySpectrum Red - two tone. 86,342 mi. New timing belts. Light baron trike, 95-amp alternator with gel battery. Lots of extras. Mustsee! $17,000. Doug. (845) 679-7423 or dougeighmey@juno.com.1998 Valkyrie California Sidecar Trike with rake kit. 2,308 mi. ontrike; 95K mi. on Valkyrie. Pearl Red and Ivory. Garage kept.Mustang Seats, Memphis Fat Windshield, Baker Airwings, triplecruiser headlights, J&M CB radio/intercom system. Plus, custompaintedNeosho 19-cubic-foot trailer. Photos available. Trike andtrailer, $25,800. Dave or Donna. valktrike@comcast.net or (505)GW PINPATCHA Division of GWRRATHE FINEST QUALITY PINS &PATCHES WITH GREAT SAVINGS!You Create it! We Make it!Visit our website www.gwpins.com or call800-843-9460 or 623-581-2500 Extension 274293-5768. Albuquerque, N.M.2003 GL1800 with Lehman Trike conversion. Silver with pinstriping.37K mi. XM radio, CB, hitch, raked. All maintenance kept upto-date.Too many accessories to mention. Photos available uponrequest. $25,000, firm. Nate at tnbernstein@4siwi.com or (618)528-6042. Marion, IL.2005 Gold Wing with Roadsmith or Trike Shop kit. Yellow with pinstripingby Bailer. 41,300 mi. Lots of extras: CB radio, drivinglights, EZ-Steer, front fender extension, chrome in all extra vents,trunk rack, light bar around fender and trunk, aux fuel tank, covertrunk bag ISO handgrips. $23,000. Carl. (480) 354-8148. AZ.TRAILERS AND SIDECARSBushtec trailer. Pearl White. Low mileage; very good condition.Turbo + 2 model. Spoiler with lights. Stone protector bra, interiorcarpet kit, deluxe luggage rack, interior light, chrome neck.Replacement value well over $4,000; will sell for $2,850. Ron.(863) 699-5322. Lake Placid, FL.2000 Roll-a-Home camper. One-minute setup. Queen-sized bed,cooler rack. Only used five times $1,300, delivery negotiable.Claude. (641) 743-6494. Greenfield, IA.PARTS AND ACCESSORIESKuryakyn Transformer Boards for GL1800; will fit 2001 to present.Replaces passenger floor boards with boards and flip-up foot rests(see on Kuryakyn website). Cost new $239; sell for $125. Usedone season. Email indgaco@ptd.net or call (973) 948-3615.2008 Steering head. Brand new, $100, plus shipping; 2004 steeringhead for GL1800. Low mileage on part, $50 obo, plus shipping.Bob. (603) 448-3707 or bobandmadalyns@verizon.net.NH.PRICE REDUCED! 2008 GL1800 dark red GW take-off parts fromconversion to trike. Includes drive shaft, wheel, saddlebags, swingarm and all parts not needed. All new parts right out of crate. 0miles. $800, plus shipping. Call Bob at (603) 448-3707 or emailbobandmadalyns@verizon.net. NH.Stock parts and accessories for a GL1500. New and used. Photosavailable. Tom. (214) 372-9428 or fletcher.r @sbc global.net. TX.MEMBER “WANTED”Looking for an owners manual for a 1982 Gold Wing GL1100 A.Also, a seat, passenger backrest, and two bags that bolt onto thetrunk. Must all be the same color and in excellent condition. Pleasecall Bruce at (334) 445-4772 or (334) 237-0466 (cell). ●NATIONAL ANDINTERNATIONAL EVENTSJULY 2-5, 2009. Wing Ding 31 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.“Cruising to the Pow Wow” is the theme for the 31st annualGWRRA party and convention! Join us for the world’slargest Gold Wing trade show, parades, Rider Ed coursesand classes, seminars, parties, dancing, food, greatriding and much more—all in a great city! Sign up nowat www.wing-ding.org or call (800) 843-9460 or (623)581-2500 (Phoenix area) to register now!INTERNATIONALMOTORCYCLE SHOWSGWRRA WILL ATTENDFebruary 6-8, 2009. Cycle World InternationalMotorcycle Show in Rosemont, IL. Donald E. StephensFebruary 2009 71

Convention Center, 5555 N. River Rd., Rosemont, IL Your allaccess pass to the world of motorcycling! See the new 2009models from leading manufacturers; experience vintage, customs,the latest in fuel efficient transportation, new interactiveseminars, amazing live-action entertainment and more!Discount tickets available for GWRRA Members. Registeronline at motorcycleshows.com and enter Promo Code:Gold. For more information call (800) 331-5706.February 13-15, 2009. Cycle World InternationalMotorcycle Show in Minneapolis, MN. MinneapolisConvention Center, 1301 Second Avenue South,Minneapolis, MN. Your all access pass to the world of motorcycling!See the new 2009 models from leading manufacturers;experience vintage, customs, the latest in fuel efficienttransportation, new interactive seminars, amazing live-actionentertainment and more! Discount tickets available forGWRRA Members. Register online at motorcycleshows.comand enter Promo Code: Gold. For more information call(800) 331-5706February 20-22, 2009. Cycle World InternationalMotorcycle Show in Greenville, SC. Carolina FirstCenter, One Exposition Dr., Greenville, SC. Your all accesspass to the world of motorcycling! See the new 2009 modelsfrom leading manufacturers; experience vintage, customs, thelatest in fuel efficient transportation, new interactive seminars,amazing live-action entertainment and more! Discount ticketsavailable for GWRRA Members. Register online at motorcycleshows.comand enter Pormo Code: Gold. For more informationcall (800) 331-5706REGIONAL EVENTSMARCH 19-21, 2009. SOUTH CENTRAL REGION(“H”)’s RALLY “Be a Sport in Marshall” in Marshall, TX. Forour “Team Theme” rally, wear your favorite sports gear—fromcaps to full gear, join us in North East Texas for a fun time.Contact Harry or Joan Dollarhide at (405) 391-7661 or hrdjss@mcloudteleco.com,or register online at the Region H websiteat http://gwrra-h.org. Vendors, contact Harry Dollarhide @(405) 391-7661 or hrdjss@mcloudteleco.com.*JULY 23-25, 2009. REGION K RENDEZVOUS 2009.Join us in Belleville, Ontario, for great fun and roads. ContactPaul Haller at (613) 966-1805 or paul.haller@sympatico.ca orTerry Archbold at (613) 969-0429 or tarchbold@cogeco.ca .Information will also be available on the Region K website or rendezvous@cycsurf.com.Vendors please contact Al Randall at(613) 967-4390 or arandall@sympatico.ca.*JULY 31-AUGUST 3, 2009. GREAT NORTHWESTREGION (J) RALLY in Maple Ridge, British Columbia.Join us for a western weekend of “Wingin’ Sea to Sky”. VisitVancouver, home of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games and enjoyriding through some of the most spectacular ocean and mountainscenery on earth. On-site camping available, hotels nearby, lotsto see and do. Contact BC-A CD’s John or Leslie Wait at (604)628-6657 or email gwrra@bonb.ca. Rally information, registrationform, etc., at http://gwrra-regionj.ca/ralliesmain.html.DISTRICT EVENTSFEBRUARY 13-15, 2009. OHIO DISTRICT’s “Cabin Fever”,with a theme this year of “Favorite Holidays”, at the Crown PlazaHotel in Columbus, Ohio. For registration information, pleasevisit our website at www.ohiogwrra.org. For additional informationcontact John & Linda Frank at (614) 409-9178.*FEBRUARY 21, 2009. MISSOURI DISTRICT’s Spring Fling“Ride back to the 20’s” in Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri.For more information, contact Laverne & Shirley Schell at (417)889-0321 or lsschell_20@yahoo.com. Additional informationavailable at www.mogwrra.org.*MARCH 26-28, 2009. ALABAMA DISTRICT RALLY“Southern Hospitality” at Pelham Civic Complex, 500Amphitheater Rd, Pelham, AL 35124. Lots of fun, food, vendors,and seminars. For more information, visit www.alabamagwrra.orgor contact Alabama District Directors Roy & AnitaFosnight at (256) 721-9151. Come and play!APRIL 16-18, 2009. LOUISIANA DISTRICT RALLY,“Wings over the Bayou”, at the Holiday Inn Holidome inLafayette, Louisiana, with a theme of “Mardi GrasMadness”. For more information, contact LA District DirectorBrent & Roxie Comeaux at (337) 993-8440. Also, visit theDistrict website at www.gwrra-la.org.APRIL 23-25, 2009. TENNESSEE DISTRICT RALLY inPigeon Forge, Tennessee. Join us as we visit “1942: AUSO Wing Tour.” LOCATION CHANGE: Rally to be held atThe Grand Majestic Theatre. First 1,100 fully registered rallyattendees will enjoy “Swing Time,” a musical trip back in time onFriday, the 24th. For more information, visit our website atwww.tngwrra.org or contact Ken & Julie Zahn atken.zahn@smokymtnit.com or (865) 774-7740.*APRIL 24-26, 2009. The Seventh Annual Arkansas DistrictRider Education Weekend will be held at the University ofArkansas Community College in Morrilton, Arkansa. Forinformation and directions, contact AR District Educator BillMcBride at (870) 257-4777.*APRIL 30-MAY 2, 2009. SOUTH CAROLINA DISTRICTRALLY "Masquerade" in Myrtle Beach, SC, at TheSpringmaid Beach Resort. For reservations, call (800) 770-6895and use Booking Number 5418. For more information, contactDoug Skipper at (843) 750-0391 or ADD-EAST@sc.rr.com orvisit www.gwrrasc.com.*APRIL 30-MAY 2, 2009. MISSOURI DISTRICT RALLY“Wing the Ozarks” in Branson, Missouri. For more information,contact Laverne & Shirley Schell at (417) 889-0321 or lsschell_20@yahoo.com.Additional information available atwww.mogwrra.org.MAY 14-16, 2009. TEXAS DISTRICT RALLY in Amarillo,TX. "Ride Into the Real Texas" and join us for a special ride intothe beautiful Palo Duro Canyon, including dinner and a specialpresentation of the musical drama "Texas". Contact DistrictDirectors Ken & Barbie Peterson at (817) 293-4667 or kenandbarbie@att.netor visit www.gwrra-tx.org.MAY 21-23, 2009 (Memorial Day Weekend).ARKANSAS DISTRICT RALLY’s “Mountain Memories III” atthe Embassy Suites in Rogers, AR. Activities include our ownArkansas-style "Hillbilly Olympics", "Mountain MemoriesDance", and plenty of other activities to make this a rally youwon’t soon forget. Plan an extra day or two and enjoy ridingsome of the finest roads available in Region H for motorcycling!Contact Dale or Carolyn Frieden, AR District Directors, at (479)229-3370 or email director@argwrra.org. Also, visit the Districtwebsite for online registration and rally details at www.argwrra.org.JULY 24 & 25, 2009. MINNESOTA DISTRICT RALLY’s“Ride to the River” in Winona, MN. Host hotel is the ExpressSuites Riverport Inn, 900 Bruski Dr., Winona, MN [(507) 452-0606, http://www.riverportinn.com/; ask for GWRRA block.].Various seminars; rides to Vetesnik’s Open House in RichlandCenter, WI; four guided dinner rides on Friday and Saturdaynights; “Wingo”; movie night; Light Parade; COY Selection; Bikeand Mascot Show; and more. For more information, contactKevin Heap at (763) 477-6579 or klheap@comcast.netCHAPTER EVENTSFEBRUARY 14, 2009. IA-E’s 21st Annual “SweetheartWeekend” in Burlington, IA. For information, call BoomerFranklin at (217) 224-6361.FEBRUARY 27-MARCH 8, 2009. FL1-H's Gold WingGetaway Vendor Show in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.Contact Gerald Wells at (386) 427-5169.*FEBRUARY 28, 2009. TX-C’s annual “Luck O’ The Irish”Rally at the Cove Community Center in Baytown, Texas, from10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Includes games, door prizes, meal, andmore. Contact Rick or Sherry Lowe at (281) 471-0150 or emailsherryLL5@comcast.net.MARCH 14, 2009. TX-X2’s 10th Annual Birthday Party from10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bear Creek Park Pavilion in Houston,Texas. Games, great food, and lots of camaraderie amongGWRRA friends. For more information, email David & GailNunez at Chapter Director@txx2.com.*MARCH 20-21, 2009. GA-A2’s “Irish Getaway andCampout” 16th annual event at the Civitan Club Fairgrounds inDublin, Georgia, at 2593 Hwy. 257 South. Super SaturdayWeekend for St. Patrick’s Day. FREE registration and FREE campingon a first-come, first-served basis. Shop our vendor, play ourgames, win door prizes, and enjoy some fantastic BBQ that’scooked on-site. Bring in your spare safety chrome and spareparts for the Swap Table. Grand prize and 50/25/25. Comeparty with the Shamrock Roadriders for a St. Patty’s DayCelebration. For more information, contact Chuck & BJ Hohmanat (478) 279-1678, Al & Francis Starley at (478) 290-0504, orWayne & Jewell Dennard at (478) 285-1690 or on the web atchaptera2.gwrra-ga.com.MARCH 27-29, 2009. CA-1R’s 11th annual “Rally in theValley” in Mesquite, Nevada. For information, contact TomLorenz at (714) 968-4393 or Cathy Diaz at (949) 551-4896.For flyer information and accommodations, please visit our websiteat www.gwrra-ca1r.org.*APRIL 11-12, 2009. OH-W2’s “Wings In The Mall”, at theWoodland Mall in Bowling Green, Ohio. For more information,contact Jim Stader at (419) 472-0633 or candywing@buckeye-express.com.Flyer available on www.Ohiow2.org website.APRIL 25, 2009. TX-O2’s Annual “Heart of Texas” WingsRally and Duck Race at Riverside Park in Brownwood, Texas.For information, contact Bob & Toby Davis atbobandtoby@aol.com or (325) 698-6941.*APRIL 25, 2009. LA-J’s 20th annual “Gator Run Rally”.Grand prizes, games, awards, door prizes, 50/25/25, silentauction, food and drinks. Everyone is invited to this “rain orshine” indoor/outdoor event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rally cost is$15.00 per person and includes a brisket dinner and trimmings.Located at the Burton Coliseum’s Chalkley Room across from thesouth Lake Charles, Louisiana Airport. Plenty of free parking.The first 100 registered receive a rally year bar. For additionalinformation, please call Gail & Ricky Wolfe at (337)540-1013 or email them at wolfe1902r@yahoo.com.*APRIL 25, 2009. DE-A’s “Hobo Stew & Cookout”. Pleasesee our website for more details at www.gwrradea.org or contactDan & Terrie Chappell at (302) 836-0633.*MAY 2-3, 2009. OH-W2’s Bologna Run/Country ChopperOpen House in Cygnet, Ohio. Contact Jim Stader at (419)472-0633 or candywing@buckeye-express.com. Flyer availableon www.Ohiow2.org website.●72 Wing World

ASSOCIATION LEADER LISTINGMembership in all 50 States. Represented in 52 Countries. ⋆ Denotes senior officerCOUNTRIES REPRESENTED:ANDORRAARGENTINAAUSTRALIAAUSTRIABAHAMASBERMUDABELGIUMBRAZILBRUNEICANADACHINACOLOMBIACOSTA RICACZECH REPUBLICDENMARKENGLANDFINLANDFRANCEGERMANYGUAMHONG KONGICELANDINDONESIAIRELANDISRAELITALYJAPANKOREAKUWAITLUXEMBOURGMALAYSIAMEXICONEW ZEALANDNORWAYPAKISTANPORTUGALPUERTO RICOREP OF PANAMAREP OF SINGAPOREREP OF SOUTH AFRICASAUDI ARABIASCOTLANDSLOVAKIASPAINST VINCENTSWEDENSWITZERLANDTAIWANTHE NETHERLANDSTURKEYWALESWEST INDIESDIRECTORS:MELISSA EASON ............EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ..........................21423 N. 11TH AVE...............................PHOENIX ......................AZ...................85027 ..........................623-581-2500JIM HUTCHENS...............CHAPTER OF THE YEAR........................2457 PLEASANT VIEW RD .......................PLEASANT VIEW............TN...................37146 ..........................615-746-2147RON HODGSON............CANADIAN.........................................48 ILLINGWORTH CLOSE ........................RED DEER......................AB..................T4R 0B4 .........................403-309-5001ED JOHNSON ................MEMBER ENHANCEMENT....................20141 INVERNESS WAY .........................BRISTOL ........................VA...................24202 ..........................276-628-5535MARK ZINGERY ..............RIDER EDUCATION...............................5921 W. IRIS RD.....................................LUDINGTON .................MI ...................49431 ..........................231-845-0382DAVID ORR.....................LEADERSHIP TRAINING ........................1017 LITTLE ROCK CRT............................MONROE .....................NC..................28110 ..........................704-560-5446PETER RUSSELL ................GLOBAL AFFAIRS .................................34 WEST PARK .......................................LONDON......................ENG ..............SE9 4RH ........................02088570525REGIONAL DIRECTORS:ROBERT SHRADER ........................SOUTHEAST (A) ...................................9333 ROLLING CIRCLE . .................SAN ANTONIO ................FL .........................33576 ..............352-668-3164LORRAINE KNIGHT.......................NORTHEAST (B)....................................71 HARRIS ST ................................PAWTUCKET......................RI .........................02861 ..............401-723-5959RONALD MILLER ...........................GREAT LAKES (D)..................................847 S. CLINTON............................STOCKBRIDGE ..................MI ........................49285 ..............517-851-7276DAVE CARTER ..............................AMERICA’S HEARTLAND (E) ..................1854 WOOD HAVEN DR................CRYSTAL LAKE ...................IL ..........................60014 ..............815-477-9893MELISSA EASON - PROTEM ...........SOUTHWEST (F) ...................................21423 N 11TH AVE .......................PHOENIX ..........................AZ........................85027 ..............800-843-9460CLIFF MILLER.................................SOUTH CENTRAL (H) ............................4515 N WARREN...........................OKLAHOMA CITY..............OK .......................73112 ..............405-949-1748ROY MCKENZIE ...........................BIG SKY (I)...........................................21417 106TH ST E.........................BUCKLEY...........................WA.......................98321 ..............253-862-0220FRANK ALBERT .............................APPALACHIAN (N)................................310 NEWMAN DRIVE. ...................KODAK.............................TN........................37764 ..............865-932-2994IRENE AASERED ...........................THE VIKING REGION (V).......................AASEREDVEIEN 311 .......................SKJEBERG .........................NORWAY...............1747...........00-47-691-69151PETER RUSSELL .............................UNITED KINGDOM REGION (UK) ..........34 WEST PARK...............................LONDON .........................ENG....................SE9 4RH ............02088570525CANADAPHIL CRAVEN ...............................GREAT NORTHWEST (J) ........................BOX 1343 AINSWORTH.................HOT SPRING.....................BC......................V0G 1A0 ............250-353-7108BOB PINET...................................CENTRAL CANADA (K) .........................1315 SHERWOOD CT. ...................BURLINGTON....................ON .....................L7M1C8 .............905-336-6166MIKE DEVINE ...............................CANADIAN ATLANTIC (L)......................RR #1 67 CAMPBELL RD.................DEBERT .............................NS .....................B0M 1G0 ............902-662-4082DISTRICT DIRECTORS, CHAPTER DIRECTORS & CHAPTER LOCATIONSALABAMAD/D HARVEST FOSNIGHT, R 256-721-9151AL-A MOBILE ROY, S 251-633-8557AL-B HUNTSVILLE GRISWOLD, J 256-722-9128AL-D ANNISTON LACKEY, R 256-831-1707AL-E ANDERSON POSS, J 256-757-3698AL-F MONTGOMERY SCOTT, M 334-356-2892AL-G SAMSON COLVIN, D 334-222-1294AL-H ATHENS NEELY, P 256-216-1026AL-I DECATUR WALKER, J 256-351-9255AL-J TUSCALOOSA BEALL, R 205-393-2653AL-K FLORENCE WILEY, J 256-766-1863AL-L THOMASVILLE JERNIGAN, B 251-862-2190AL-M OPELIKA HARRISON, C★ 334-291-3234AL-N GADSDEN WHITE, B 256-442-3625AL-Q DEATSVILLE SMITH, C 256-896-4192AL-S RUSSELLVILLE SWINDLE, M 256-331-2735AL-T MCCALLA TEASLEY, F 205-424-4717AL-U DOTHAN LETT, R 334-774-2749AL-X ALABASTER SMITH, W 205-620-4052February 2009 73

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H A L L O F F A M E(Recruited more than 100 new GWRRA Members.)Allen, Donald..........................................................Fairfield, CABabin, Phillip..........................................................Gonzales, LABrady, Gene ..........................................................Pasadena, TXBrady, Sarah..........................................................Pasadena, TXCarson, John ........................................................Jacksonville, ILCarter, Dave ........................................................Crystal Lake, ILCollins, Jim .......................................................Green Valley, AZDodd, Kacey ..........................................................Gadsden, ALDodd, Josh .............................................................Gadsden, ALFisher, Steven .....................................................Hutchinson, MNGrant, Ken.............................................................Pensacola, FLHewitt, David ..............................................................Mesa, AZHolton, Dean ........................................................Louisburg, NCHowell, Richard. ..............................................Albuquerque, NMHumphrey, Robert .................................................Clarksville, ARHutchens, Jim ..................................................Pleasant View, TNHutchens, Shirrin..............................................Pleasant View, TNKephart, Richard ....................................................Pensacola, FLKnudtson, Ronald .................................................Mason City, IAKnudtson, Karen...................................................Mason City, IAKolaske, Neal .....................................................Milwaukee, WILandis, Dick ..........................................................Zephyrhills, FLLantz, Charles.........................................................Wooster, OHLear, Tom.................................................................Bidwell, OHLegris, Mike................................................................Bradley, ILLewis, Edward .......................................................Concord, NHLewis, Judith ..........................................................Concord, NHLyman, B.J.. ...................................................Santa Barbara, CALyman, Kit L. .................................................Santa Barbara, CAMcNabb, Charles...............................................Springfield, MOMichaud, Roberta ............................................Albuquerque, NMMiller, Clifford...............................................Oklahoma City, OKMytinger, David..................................................Indianapolis, INPanter, Jim...............................................................Canton, OHPreston, John.........................................................Jacksboro, TNRasmussen, Robert ............................................Minneapolis, MNRasmussen, Delores...........................................Minneapolis, MNRennick, Bob................................................Kings Mountain, NCRoberts, Logan .......................................................Chandler, AZSharp, Gaylord ......................................................Friesland, WIShrader, Robert...................................................San Antonio, FLSimmons, William ..................................................Newbern, TNSmith, Steven ................................................................York, SCSmith, Bruce ............................................................London, ONSwanson, Lloyd .............................................Oklahoma City, OKTaber, Frank....................................................Port Orchard, WATaylor, John .......................................................Fountain Inn, SCThayer, Gary ....................................................McDonough, GATownsley, Richard.....................................................Mahomet, ILVaillancourt, Michael .............................................Montrose, COWaer, Allan, Sr. ..................................................Meshoppen, PAWhite, Kirby ..........................................................Burgoon, OHWilliams, Boyce..............................................Holiday Island, ARWilson, Kerry .........................................................Gadsden, ALWilson, Joyce .........................................................Gadsden, ALZakrajsek, Martin ..................................................Richland, WAI N M E M O R I A MSteve BoockGWRRA #33396Monmouth, ILDennis GoldmanGWRRA #181868San Diego, CABruce B. MerrillGWRRA #68681Germantown, TNDick SlagowskiGWRRA #144198Billings, MTMacie VanceGWRRA #251059-01Asheville, NCRobert ClaphanGWRRA #153112Winfield, KSCharles GreenGWRRA #243961Franklin, VAHouston C. MileyGWRRA #118269Bush, LABobby A. "Bob" SorensonGWRRA Life Member #25372Emmett, IDFrancis E. WoodGWRRA #24394West Pawlet, VTPaul DoucetteGWRRA #135988Belliveau Cove, NSRonald W. JohnsonGWRRA #248445Pahrump, NVGerald F. PetersGWRRA #149788Bright, ONMadgeline SpencerGWRRA #127551-01Midway, GARaleigh W. FrankGWRRA #4454Taholah, WAArnold Harris KarpGWRRA #280302Stuarts Draft, VABernie PickGWRRA #119564Bondurant, IADonald O. UlenGWRRA #75550Palm Desert, CAGlenn A. GibsonGWRRA #67622Riverdale, GARonald W. LooneyGWRRA #165307Collinsville, MSArthur G. SchwabGWRRA #74786Del City, OKPatricia UlenGWRRA #75550-01Palm Desert, CAFebruary 2009 77

GWRRA OFFICIAL PRODUCTS(800) 843-9460 or (623) 581-2500CHECK OUR WEB SITE www.gwrra.org FOR A COMPLETE GWRRA OFFICIAL PRODUCTS CATALOG!“The GWRRA3-IN-1Jacket”Medium weight linerzips inside lightweightshell. Reflective piping.Embroidered logosand lettering. Great,easily packed, dirtsheddingjackets!BE SURE TO CHECKSIZING (below).NOW ONSALE!3061023 – Lg (Size 42) ..........Was $149.99—SALE PRICE $120.003061024 – XL (Size 44) ..........Was $149.99—SALE PRICE $120.00NEW!This Month’s GWRRA“Exclusive” MemberSpecial is Found onPage 53!NEW!GWRRA Charms4082000 -GWRRA Logo Charm(bottom)...$5.004082001 -Charm with Laser-cutGWRRA text(top)...$5.00GWRRA BraceletSilver braclet displaying GWRRA'sfull color logo and motto "Friendsfor Fun, Safety & Knowledge"each $20.00NEW!Now In Silver!GWRRA RideHideOne of the most popular itemsin the past few years is nowavailable in silver. Long-sleeve,stay-snug cuffs to preventrollup. Blue lettering showsGWRRA in a whole new way.3081000 - Small .......$25.003081001 - Medium ...$25.003081002 - Large .......$25.003081003 - XL............$25.003081004 - 2XL..........$25.003081005 - 3XL..........$25.00NEW!White RidehideOne of the most popularitems in the past few yearsis now available in white.Long- sleeve, stay-snug cuffsto prevent rollup. Red letteringshows GWRRA in awhole new way.3081006 - Small......$25.003081007 - Medium ..$25.003081008 - Large......$25.003081009 - XL...........$25.003081010 - 2XL.........$25.003081011 - 3XL.........$25.00EZ Air GaugeFrom G.H. Meiser &Company, a combinationair pressure gaugeand inflator. Works withGold Wing’s on-boardcompressor, as a standalonegauge or withservice station air hoses.Permits viewing pressurewhile inflating. Bleedvalve permits fine pressureadjustment. Brassfittings ensure a tightseal and longservice life.4011001 $19.95NOTE: The GL1800 doesnot have an on-boardcomressor. The EZ AirGauge will work on theGL1800 tires, but requiresaccess to a 1988-2000GL1500’s compressor.Extension Hose. A 10-foot accessoryhose with brass fittings on both ends. Usewith Gold Wing’s on-board compressor.4011000 $12.95EZ Air ComboBuy both EZ Air Gauge and Extension Hose and save!4011002 $29.9578 Wing World

Order of Legions PatchThis patch is perfect for your favorite friend or relative whohas a military connection. The patches denote the status oftheir service from active, reserve, retired or veteran andthe seal proudly announces their branch of the services.PATCH-ACTIVE ...........$4.00PATCH-RESERVE..........$4.00PATCH-RETIRED...........$4.00PATCH-VETERANS ......$4.00SEAL-AIRFORCE ......... $2.00SEAL-ARMY ................$2.00SEAL-COASTGUARD .. $2.00SEAL-MARINES ..........$2.00SEAL-NAVY ................$2.00Stylish Personal Name Badgewith Magnetic Backing.Nice-looking plastic laminate in a 3.50" x 1.50"size. Two-color black with gold lettering. Up to fourlines of text. Contact Dennis Baumann for quantityand pricing at (800) 843-9460, Ext. 274.4083000 - Magnetic Backing…$9.004083001 - Butterfly Clutch Backing…$8.75Griffin Patch Red4-inch vest patch ............2031002 - 4” ......................$4.5010-inch back patch .........2031003 - 10” ..................$10.00Griffin Patch Black4-inch vest patch ............2031004 - 4” ......................$5.0010-inch back patch .........2031005 - 10” ..................$12.00Black Drawstring Cinch PackGWRRA logo on the front. Openmain compartment includes shoulderstraps, which also cinch the bagshut. Creates easy access to largestorage compartment. Straps canbe used for over the shoulder orbackpack carry. Made of 210dNylon fabric.4081000 $10.00GWRRA ShirtLong sleeve white shirtwith pocket in front.Logo on back andfront pocket.$20.002XL & 3XL - $21.00GWRRA HatGW on front withGWRRA on the back.Flex fit cap. SM/MD& LG/XL Available.each $15.00Stay Cool WithRideHide!RideHide PerformanceGear’s Tour LS microfibershirt will keep you dry andcomfortable in the stickiestweather. This ingenious fabricwicks moisture awayfrom your skin, preventingthe shirt from clinging toyou. Microfiber weighs 50%less than cotton and dries80% faster, making it anideal “wash and go” ridinggear item. You will enjoy thissilky shirt with its exclusiveGWRRA logo.3051000-Small $25.00GWRRA EarringsGold dangle earringsdisplaying GWRRA'sblack & gold logo.$5.00 each pairGWRRA BeaconMulti function auto safety beacon.Comes with magnetic base to attachto rear of auto. Cutting device foremergency release. Glass breakinghammer to use on auto glass in caseof emergency. Batteries not included.BEACON LIGHT-$18.00ORDER FORM❏ Mastercard ❏ VISA ❏ American Express ❏ DiscoverToll free phone orders 1-800-843-9460 • 623-581-2500Card Number _________________________________________ Expiration Date _____QTY. DESCRIPTIONSIZE UNIT PRICE AMOUNTIf Subtotal is: .................. Postage is:$0 - 9.99 ..........................................$4.00$10.00 - 24.99 .................................$5.95$25.00 - 49.99 .................................$8.95$50.00 - 99.99 ...............................$10.95SubtotalAZ Residents add 8.3% Sales TaxPostage, Handling & Insurance (See chart at left)$100.00 & Up ................................$14.95Next day, 2nd day and 3rd day air shipping and out of (Average delivery time 7-10 Business days for in-stock items.) TOTALcountry shipping costs, please call 800-843-9460 or623-581-2500 or e-mail Johnc@gwrra.org.Please ship items indicated above. Enclosed is payment for total amount.Name __________________________________________________________ GWRRA # _____________________Street Address ___________________________________________________ Phone # ( ) ______________City ____________________________________________________________State____________ZIP ____________GWRRA • PO Box 42450 • Phoenix AZ 85080-2450Unconditional Guarantee: Every item we sell is guaranteed unconditionally for its normal life under standard use. Should any product fail tomeet your expectations, simply return it. We will replace it, refund the purchase price or credit your credit card.$CD/DVD OPENER-$1.00MEDALLION-$4.00COOL PACK-$5.00KEYCHAIN/BOTTLE OPENER-$1.00GWRRA PlaquesRecognition plaques for someone special or foryour local Chapter meeting site. Engraved insolid wood with oak or white marble finish.Order at (800) 843-9460 or at www.gwrra.org.4061002 – Oak $20 plus s/h.4061003 – White Marble $20 plus s/h.January 2009 79

eaders’ ridesDo you have a good, clear photograph of your pride and joy? This section of Wing World is designed to show off as many bikes as possible. Give us information about your Gold Wing; start with the basics of its year, modeland color, then tell a little about what is special about your bike. Send your description and photos to: Wing World Editorial Department, 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027, or via email to editor@gwrra.org.▲2005 GL1800/Trike ShopHere we (John & BarbSchommer, GWRRA #136550, ofHudson,Wisconsin) are in Januaryof last year on a desert ride inArizona. Due to health reasons, wehad our 2005 GL1800 converted(by Doug and Jim at The Trike Shopin White Bear Lake, Minnesota—the staff is great and knows whatthey’re doing!).We were just startingour retirement with this desertride and looking forward to ridingmany more great miles. Since then,we’ve done just that!1987 GL1200 InterstateOn a trip to Tennessee, we (Rhonda Landry& Tony Cefalu, GWRRA #165348, of NewOrleans, Louisiana) attended the DistrictRally in 2007 with our 1987 Interstate.Thispicture was taken atop the Tail of theDragon, with a view of the Cherohala Damin the background. Our trip also includedSmoky Mountain National Park, Blue RidgeParkway, Clingmans Dome and Cherokee.We very much enjoyed this trip.▲▲2006 GL1800/Hannigan SidecarMy name is Tom Wallace (GWRRA#137978, of Clovis, California), and I’m aMember of Chapter CA-2W.This is a photoof my 2006 Honda Gold Wing with HanniganSidecar in front of a pseudo Mexican Airport.It’s actually the set of a movie that came outin May, with a guy named Mr. Jones in it.Actually, in another photo I have, he liked thebike so much that when I asked him for apicture he said,“How about one next to thispretty gold bike?”80 Wing World

2008 GL1800On our (Eric & Jo Borchers, GWRRA#292860, of Lakeland, Minnesota) firstlong bike trip on our first Gold Wing,a 2008 GL1800, we stopped by a glaciallake in Yellowstone National Parkfor a short break.We traveled 4,500miles—from Minnesota through theDakotas,Wyoming, Idaho, Oregon andup through Washington. Our returntrip took us through Glacier NationalPark and points east.Truly a joy onour new machine!▲▲1993 GL1500 SEThis is our (Claude & NancyLockhart, GWRRA #260168, of ColoradoSprings, Colorado) pride and joy whichwe rightly named "Wind Dancer". She is a1993 GL1500 SE Barbados Blue (teal)that we bought two years ago with only28,000 miles on it.As of early last year,she had 40,000 on her and was just gettingbroken in.We both would rather rideWind Dancer than go in a car so we canexperience all five senses at the sametime. In fact, we've seen and enjoyedmore of Colorado by cycle than in a car.Wind Dancer pulls a matching 1994Escapade SE (Rich & Donna Noah's former"baby") for long trips and camping.We are Members of CO-I.1982 GL1100This is my (Marty Agamaite, GWRRA#248810, of McFarland,Wisconsin) 52ndbike—and my first Wing! It’s a pristine’82 1100 and, as of last year, had only51,000 miles on it. I keep this classicaround for the long rides but enjoy my’07 Victory Hammer S for around town.Then again, this Wing cost me $1,400seven years ago, while my Hammer was$22,000. I’ve enjoyed Sturgis in 2007 andthe rest of the attractions in the area onmy Wing. It went there and back andnever skipped a beat! However, I almostdid get blown over crossing theprairie…or are they the plains? Anyway,most folks stepped up to an 1800, but Iwill own this Wing till death do us part.So many places to see, so little time….▲February 2009 81

A Special Valentine’s Day Tribute to a Couple We Hold DearFrom the Members of Chapter PA-YThe acronym “GWRRA” is well-knownas belonging to the name of our greatGold Wing Road Riders Association.We are proud to be Members of GWRRA’s PA-Y Chapter, and we have a very special couple—Bill& Dolly Knebl—whom we wouldlike to honor by using this acronym as itapplies to them.1. Generosity: There is never a time whenBill & Dolly aren’t offering to have thegroup meet at their home for rally preparations,staff meetings, or just a friendlyvisit.2. Willing: Whenever a need is presentedto the group, Bill & Dolly volunteer todo the job or assist someone else on howto accomplish the task.3. Receptive: Bill & Dolly are alwaysrespectful of others’ ideas and input.They never assume they are always right,and they actively listen to all group discussionswhen decisions are to be made.4. Real: We know we can count on havingfun when Bill & Dolly are around. Theydemonstrate the philosophy “what yousee is what you get.”5. Active: We miss them terribly each yearbecause they are “snowbirds”. Everywinter, they live in Florida, but not likemany other “retired” folks. They have abusy daily schedule, yet keep in touchwith Members of our Chapter wheneverthey can. When home, they participate inall Chapter activities in preparations forthe annual rally. They were Members ofthe “Keystone Cops”, helped plan andbuild the float for entry into the parade,and danced in the Stroll contest. (Billeven wore a wig, in keeping with the’50s theme of the rally!)Bill & Dolly are true role models for allMembers: They have been married for 53years and have one daughter, Janice, who is aphysician in Texas. Bill did not purchase hisfirst motorcycle—a 450 Honda—until Janicewas in high school in 1974. But it was alwaysone of Bill’s dreams to have a Gold Wing andto be a part of a touring group.In 1998, they purchased their red GoldWing (which has now been converted to atrike) and took their first extended, two-weeklongroad trip. That road trip confirmed Bill’sdream of wanting to get a Gold Wing and alsoof wanting to be able to tour with a group.Bill & Dolly heard about Chapter PA-Y inJanuary of 2001 and joined us. By the summerof that year, at Wing Ding in Greenville, SouthCarolina, Bill said to Dolly, “Our dream hascome true”.Their first leadership roles in Chapter Y—that of Sunshine Scouts—quickly led to manymore, including Dolly becoming the ChapterBanquet Coordinator and Chapter Treasurer.By 2002, they were serving as RideCoordinators.During their leadership, Bill & Dollyattended Road Captain, Basic Riders, Co-Riders, ERC, Safety and First Aid classes.They have put that education to good use overthe years. In fact, Bill served as one of Y’s“sweeps” on many, many Chapter rides.In 2004, Bill & Dolly were chosen ChapterPA-Y’s Couple of the Year. They broughtmuch pride to our Chapter, all the whileencouraging others to participate in and fulfillleadership roles. In 2005, they proudly servedas the Pennsylvania District’s Couple of theYear as well.Bill & Dolly, his proud Co-Rider, have nowtraveled over 100,000 miles together on theirbikes. Chapter PA-Y would just like to thankthem for their commitment and their friendshipover the years. We are so happy you are apart of our Chapter!●82 Wing World