December 2014 - Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association
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1. Asst Ride Educator Gary Haupt 218 741 1936 Home Email ultimatetrike93 msn com 218 750 0537 Cell MEC Gary amp Sharon Lehn 612 716 2587 Gary s Cell Email lehn gary live com 612 716 6152 Sharon sCell Chapter Director s Corner Hope Thanksgiving was a happy occasion for family and friends getting together laughing and playing games and eating way too much Remember to be thankful for at least one thing and one person in your life each day haven t been doing much of that in the last few years but believe need to start again Whether or not you tell that person but at least one good thought may go along way Our lives can be so busy that it is very easy to forget what is good and precious So my one wish and thought is of multiple people and one great big loving group GWRRA MN REGION E THANK YOU FOR YOUR BEAUTIFUL FRIENDSHIP HAPPY HOLIDAYS December 6 2014 6pm Sportsmans Taverna in Hibbing BRING an unwrapped boy and girl gift and a nonperishable food item for the food shelf By Chapter Director Dave and Sharon Antikainen Rider Education SAFETY TIPS Keep safe warm and dry Winter came in with a bang country wide already to many deaths on the slippery roads Keep safety care packs with non perishable foods and water and warm blankets hats gloves and don t forget about our furry pets They need care packs as well with food water blankets toys leach Also remember to either have extra medication with you or at2. Chapter C News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter C News December 2014 g Chapter Contact Information Chapter Director Leonard amp Marilyn Woelfel Asst Chapter Director Bruce amp Colette Johnson Chapter Educator Bruce amp Colette Johnson MEC Marilyn Woelfel Treasurer Randy amp Jan Lokre Ride Leader Randy amp Jan Lokre Chapter Directors News Leonard Marilyn Woelfel Hope everyone one had a fantastic and filling Thanksgiving and now looking forward to the Christmas holiday celebration Did you get Santa your wish list Any new bling or maybe a new er bike By the time you read this we will have had our Christmas social and sure hope the weather was nice for we have been blessed with snow and sleet the past few years The bike is tucked in the corner but was hoping for a few nice days yet to ride to work Marilyn was done when the temp remained 50 s For you snow birds wish you safe travels and some good ride time down south Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Holiday season Leonard Marilyn Chapter C Directors Chapter C Activities Dec 5 Christmas Social Jan social TBA General Info Meeting Searles Bar amp Grill located on Highway 15 south of New Ulm Educator s Corner Bruce amp Colette Johnson Winter Survival Kit 10 Things to Ke
3. Placing 1 4 1 2 piece of cardboard or wood board under each tire will help keep the rubber raised up from a freezing floor DO NOT use a tire dressing on tires such as Armor All or tire cleaning foam as this will make the tires hard and slippery 9 Service all fluids If the brake or clutch fluids haven t been changed in the last two years or 18 000 km 11 000 miles do it now The fluids used in this system are hygroscopic which means that they absorb moisture The contaminated fluid will cause corrosion inside the systems which may give problems when the motorcycle is used next spring Be sure to use the correct fluids and note the warnings and instructions in the service manual If you don t have the experience to service these systems contact your dealer he will be happy to assist you If your motorcycle is liquid cooled the coolant requires changing every two years or 24 000 kms 15 000 miles Make sure that the engine is cool enough to rest your hand on it before draining the system and please dispose of the coolant responsibly Coolant antifreeze is available from your dealer and has been developed to provide the correct protection for your motorcycle engine Mixed 50 50 with distilled water will ensure a clean system for the next two years or 24 000 kms 15 000 miles 10 Cover it Now you can cover the bike with the cycle cover and look forward to the first warm day of Back on the Road Before you head out onto the highway
4. ice and snow Remember Space and time when driving Two second or more following distance Scan ahead 12 to 14 seconds When driving in the snow add extra weight to your vehicle water softener salt cat litter tubes of sand even a full tank of gas will help Also pack that winter survival kit for your car Some candy bars bottles of water a blanket or sleeping bag folding shovel a candle hand warmers a flashlight boots gloves always carry a charged cell phone And remember to inform people of your travel plans so they know when to get worried about you This is also an excellent time to replace that smoke CO detector battery Take it easy shoveling snow and don t be sticking your hand in the snow blower auger Let me know if you want to update any Rider Education items Thanks Again Happy Holidays By Walt Peterson General Info Date October 13 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 16 Page 1 of 2 Chapter News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter News December 2014 Chapter Director Dave amp Sharon Antikainen Email d antikainen g com 218 966 0483 Dave s Cell 218 966 04 Sharon s Cell Ride Educator Mark amp Barb Tupy 218 263 4522 Email toopss6 yahoo com
5. there are a couple of things to do First remove the cover and put it where you can find it again Talking of finding things locate the charged battery and reinstall it connecting the positive cable red before the negative and covering the terminals with the plastic covers Recheck all fluid levels and turn on the fuel Check for anything wrong on the motorcycle cracked tires broken parts plastic leaking oil Set the tire pressures back to riding specs and you are ready to fire up As you don your riding gear remember that you re riding skills will be a little rusty and the road surfaces will have changed a bit since the last ride so go carefully Sand salt deposits on the edge of the road and especially at corners may be hazardous Ride safe have fun see you out there Upcoming events 20 Dec Dinner Social Trappers Pete 1306 Hwy 45 Scanlon MN 5 00pm 17 Jan Bon fire at Dale amp Jan Seafolk s House time to be announced at a later date 24 Jan OCP Officer Certification Program Upper Deck 8 00 4 30 24 Jan Dinner Social at Eskimo Pie 3 E Hwy 61 Esko MN 5 00pm 18 Apr Dinner Social at Kounty Quarthouse 4119 S County Rd K South Range WI 5 00pm 17 May BRC2 course at Lake Superior College 1 15 6 30 Brian amp Michelle Marshall http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 1569 Page 3 of 4 Chapter D News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 Chapter D Directors fourmars
6. 50 50 winner was Jim amp Harla Lemmerman All District newsletters and events can be seen at www mngwrra us Chapter Educator Safety Message Winter Storage This is taken from the Total Motorcycle com web pages http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 1569 Page 1 of 4 Chapter D News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 Total Motorcycle s 10 Step Guide to Winterizing your motorcycle Outside a single white snowflake falls Disbelief falls on your face as another snowflake falls Then you realize another riding year over and it s time to put the bike away for the winter This is the time to get in that last few riding days and put our bikes properly away for the winter so they are ready for the next riding season to start again Storing your bike for winter Well it s that time of year again Soon the snow will be falling and the motorcycles will be tucked away for the winter and each spring your dealer s phone will ring off the wall with customers who did not store the old bike properly and now wonder why it won t run Some preparation now will ensure that you are out riding in the spring instead of waiting in the dealer s lineup 1 Location where are you going to put it One solution may be to ask your dealer if he offers a storage program This is ideal because he will often prep store and have the bike ready to ride when you are ready again If you decide to store it yourself you w
7. Director docharder msn com MN Chapter Q RED Chapter MN Q docharder msn com ACD Babble This year our last ride was the Tundra Swan Ride on November 3 A little hesitant as Our Chapter overnight was canceled due to cold and November is stretching the Minnesota riding season Some years the Swan Ride is cold and inhospitable as we have been told but last year and this year turned out to be real gems In fact on 2014 Swan Ride read a balmy 61 in the afternoon after a chilly start We even saw some swans off in the distance or at least we are telling everyone they were swans http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 190 Page 2 of 3 Chapter Q News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 At the Swan Ride point we met many other GWRRA friends We remember seeing Mitch and Scott from Chapter N the Hicks and the Harder s got their picture taken with the Chapter R Pig We rode most of the way with Bob Frazee Dave and Elaine Harder and Ken Schmitt We saw Darry at the ride point but somehow we got split up when everyone started to leave Chapter Q game night was a big success with nineteen folks that showed up and brought something to share In Domino s we almost finished the game got to the double four which we thought was pretty good A good time was had by all With the Holiday Season here Renae and are thankful for family and friends especially our extended Goldwing family We want to t
8. GWRRA is and what it has taught me on how to be safe on my bike the great friends have met all over the US and how on a bad day can get on the bike and it just seems to make me feel better So here is to all the wonderful people that donate your time and efforts to making this the wonderful group of people you are my Christmas wish to all of you is have a wonderful holiday enjoy friends and family and see you all next year on our bikes Educator Chapter R Vicki Holst Date October 18 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager RR http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 192 Page 2 of 2 Chapter W News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter W News December 2014 Chapter Contact Information Chapter Director Dave amp Linda Angell Assistant Chapter Director Chapter Educator Steve Dombrowsky Chapter W Buffalo Wings Directors Dave and Linda Angell 320 274 8711H 320 282 8713 Cell daveangell yahoo com Chapter News It is snowing as am writing this so winter has arrived to stay Know there are some out there that hope to still ride this winter wish you luck and safety At our last meeting Steve gave us a power point presentation on the different levels that GWWRRA has and what you need to do to achieve those levels Good in
9. away from open flame or sparks as the gas hydrogen given off a battery can be explosive Elevate the battery and keep it from freezing Exercise the proper caution appropriate to caustic substances 6 Surface Preparation Waxing and polishing the motorcycle might seem like a waste of time since you are putting it away and no one will see it But applying wax is a very important part of storing a motorcycle Wax will act as a barrier against rust and moisture Don t forget to spray any other metal surfaces such as the frame or engine will a very light spray of WD 40 This will keep these areas shiny and protect from corrosion as well 7 Exhaust and Mufflers Exhausts Mufflers are known to rust fast when they are not used So making sure they are properly stored for the winter on your bike will save them from an early rusty death Spray light oil such as WD40 into the muffler ends and drain holes Lightly stick a plastic bag shopping bag is fine into the end of each muffler hole to keep moisture from getting inside the exhaust Then cover each muffler with another plastic bag to keep outside moisture off 8 Tires Check both front and rear tires with your air pressure gauge Make sure each tire is properly inflated to the maximum recommend pressure As it gets colder air condenses in your tire so it is important to pump them up as to keep your tires healthy Rubber is a flexible material and does not like to freeze it cracks when it freezes
10. foot of snow outside and temperatures are hovering in the single digits So this article will have a couple different topics First this is a good time to review the contents of your first aid kit Do the gloves need to be replaced Were there supplies that were used that now need to be replaced Are there items that you think should be upgraded How many first aid kits do you have should you build some for the other vehicles you drive and or ride Snowmobiles cars 4 wheelers etc And this is one of those items that is very easy to think about as the snow season starts and decide that you have months to worry about it But if you don t provide a reminder for yourself to have this done well before the riding season starts it will be June and you ll realize that you never did take that old first aid kit out of the bike and review it So at least put a repeating reminder in your calendar for when you really want to have this completed Winter is also a good time to review all those add ons that were attached after you purchased your bike Are they still in good condition Do they need upgrades But since this is winter feel should also remind people to be extra careful while driving on the snow and ice but also walking around No one wants to spend the winter months with a broken leg or arm because that slippery spot came out of nowhere As another public service announcement would also like to remind people to be aware of the snow piling up
11. shovel to stow in the trunk in case you need to remove snow from around the wheels of your vehicle You can buy plastic ones but you may want to opt for a metal one in case you also need to chip at some ice or compacted snow Flashlight Self explanatory Keep a good sized water proof flashlight with fresh batteries in case your breakdown is at night Pack emergency candles too as a back up Hand warmers Available at camping stores Smash the bag and the chemical reaction inside creates warmth to defrost fingers that may be trying to change a tire or fiddle with an engine Matches You never know when you will have to manufacture heat It s better than rubbing tow cld snowy sticks together hoping for the best Bottle of water and a few protein snack bars You hear of people surviving on ketchup packets that have fallen between the seats but some planning will yield a better menu under emergency conditions Syphon Pump If being out of gas is your problem and you get offered help by a good samaritan you want t be able to get a gallon or two of gas out of another gas tank to get you going quickly Lightsticks These cost almost nothing at a dollar store and can be used either as a light source or to wear in case you are shoveling snow around your wheels at night Flares These should be in your trunk in all seasons for putting next to your car if you are pulled over in distress Whistle It can be used to either signal for help to someone
12. District News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 25 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge District News December 2014 From Your District Director Scott amp Joy Mattson District Directors Chatter Another year is coming to an end but a New Year is on the horizon The New Year brings fresh beginnings for many but prefer to reflect on the outgoing year This to me is a good time to give thanks for all the good fortune Joy and have experienced being part of GWRRA The friends we have made places we have travelled and the knowledge we have gained is almost beyond belief If the New Year brings new adventures time to hold on for another wild ride Speaking of riding this past season came to a screeching halt to say the least Seemed like the weather went directly from ride able to snow overnight Just because the bikes have been put to rest for the winter does not mean we have nothing to do around GWRRA Down time from riding gives us plenty of time to plan out the upcoming year From what we are hearing from our Chapters it sounds like this is exactly what they are up to It is hard to believe there are already some scheduling conflicts on the calendar for 2015 This can be a good problem if you ask me it means our members are participating and having fun In November we took a ride to Fargo Yes it was in four wheels but it was fun Wedd like to thank our tr
13. al of 2014 Chapter Educator Bill Taylor and the rest of the minnows all shared great tips for storing our bikes anything from using smelly dryer sheets to keep the mice away to keeping tires off of concrete for the winter Some of you might have plans to tear your bike apart for a project This is an annual thing at our house Some of you may have plans to trailer your bike to somewhere warm and enjoy some more riding Whatever your plans we wish you well Other Chapter O doings German Night at the Black Forest Inn in Minneapolis We had a nice turn out for some spaetzle and sausages and all things sour ish It was a cold blustery night but enjoyed by all Chapter O has also been doing some Christmas shopping We are looking forward to participating in the Be a Santa for a Senior program The lists have been made and checked twice and will be filled in time for our annual holiday party on December 6th Gifts will then be delivered to some sweet senior citizens shortly thereafter In staying with the spirit we are also looking forward to helping at Feed My Starving Children in January It s always so rewarding to accomplish some niceties as a group As winter continues the Minnows would like to wish all of you a warm and happy holiday season Maybe you have dreams of sugarplums and Goldwings dancing in your heads Chapter Educator Merry Christmas everyone It is really difficult writing a motorcycle safety article when there is a
14. around their gas meter Did you know that if it gets covered in snow it can alter the gas pressure entering your home and could have serious consequences So after shoveling or snow blowing take a walk over to the meter and make sure it is doing fine Never use a shovel to clear snow that is too close to it and if you are ever in doubt about how to clean off the ice and or snow call your gas company So thanks for reading everyone and no matter what you celebrate this time of the year hope it is filled with friends family and FUN Bill Taylor Chapter Educator http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 188 Page 1 of 2 Chapter O News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 General Info Chapter Website Log on to www gwrramno com for the latest info on where to meet Ride Point Date October 18 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager es S http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 188 Page 2 of 2 Chapter Q News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter Q News December 2014 Chapter Director s Chatter WOW Has the past 2 years gone by in a hurry With this month s news Cindy and are posting our last Chapter Director Newsletter to you We can both very honestly say this has been a ge
15. avel partners Bob amp Robin Hicks for a weekend that was even more fun because of them A big Thank You to the members in North Dakota who took the time out of their busy schedules to join us for a meeting and lunch Scott and bought lunch for not one but two lucky attendees Congratulations to Susann Lenzmeier and Barb Gilleland they were the lucky lunch winners On our way home we spent Saturday night in Grand Rapids Remember that snow mentioned earlier Well the last 100 miles of our Saturday journey were in the S N O W We had a nice dinner with our travel companions then took a walk around the hotel to reacquaint ourselves with the layout We awoke on Sunday morning to 19 and icy roads for the first 40 miles of the trip back home We will be attending several chapter Christmas parties early in December We know we ll have a great time at each party It s fun to visit the different chapters each social is similar yet each one does something a little different than the other We wish to say Merry Christmas Happy HanukkahO Joyous Kwanzaa and Season s Greetings to one and all May your holidays be all you desire Till next time be safe scott amp Joy Minnesota District Educator MN District Educator And So It Ends MN District Educator Date October 16 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 131 Page 1 of 2
16. e 9am December 6th Christmas Party at Dehn s County Manor 5pm http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 190 Page 1 of 3 Chapter Q News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 December 20th Breakfast at Old Country Buffet in Maple Grove 9am December 27th Chapter Dinner at Emma Krumbee s 4pm January 3rd Chapter Breakfast at Dehn s Country Manor Maple Grove 9am January 14th Chapter Social Angenos Maple Grove 6 30pm January 17th Chapter Breakfast Dehn s Country Manor Maple Grove 9am January 24th Chapter Dinner Famous Daves Maple Grove 4pm Rider Education HEADY INFORMATION Unfortunately 2014 has been a really hard season for the motorcycle helmet among our Chapter Q membership Fortunately we are dedicated to wearing them and they have served us well To follow are a few helpful hints to take with you when making a first time purchase or replacing that outdated maybe somewhat damaged or inadequate head protection First there are many styles of helmet to choose from half helmet 3 4 helmet full face modular flip up etc You must decide what feels right for you Try a bunch of different brands and styles to ensure they fit well A helmet should be snug when fastened It should not twist from side to side or slide up or down from front to back If you wear eyeglasses or hearing aids make sure the helmet doesn t ride heavily on your ears or force your glasses to dig into your nose If the helmet is rubb
17. e stuff around Jeff Stine Rider Education Corner began writing this right after the snowfall we had today because it got me thinking about shoveling the driveway Take it easy Back injuries and pulled muscles are common occurrences some of which can be avoided by stretching and lifting with your legs and back Enjoy winter every one and be careful Thoughts to Ponder By Kevin Tucker Chapter Educator Upcoming Events December 6 9am Chapter Breakfast meeting at the Apple Valley Legion December 12 6 30pm Chapter Game Night at Tim and Tina s December 13t 12pm Play at the Burnsville Community Center December 18 6 30 pm Dinner at El Loro s in Eagan Check the Calendar at GWRRAMNN COM for all of the Chapters Events Check the Calendar at GWRRAMNN COM for all of the Chapters Events Date October 13 2009 Author admin http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 29 Page 1 of 2 Chapter O News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter O News December 2014 From the Chapter Director Larry amp Ellyn Venberg The snow is upon us and we ve been hearing rumors that bikes have been put away Most of us tried to squeeze in just one last ride before winter storage that sad day when our favorite hobby is tucked away The Chapter O October social was a fun get together and our last formal soci
18. ep in Your Car Remember the uncle you had that was always so prepared about everything He was the guy who kept a perfect log of his vehicle maintenance in the glovebox He knew who the most trustworthy mechanic in town was He washed and waxed his own car And he had a survival kit in his trunk for winter and summer Winter is tough on vehicles and travel Snow cold temperatures ice slush and salt play havoc on a vehicle and our driving The odds of us having a driving emergency is much greater in winter than in the other three seasons So it pays to keep a kit in your trunk with all he things your are likely to need Some auto parts stores and mass merchandisers like Walmart or Target sell these as a bundle in their own carrying case But if you don t find one that meets your price and you want to combine new purchases with stuff you already have to save money then here is your http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 14 Page 1 of 2 Chapter C News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 packing list By the way this makes a nice holiday gift for a loved on but should be mandatory for the kid who is off to college with a car in a snow belt school 1 2 10 Blanket If you are stuck with a car that won t start or that has conked out and have to wait in cold weather for help you will want a decent warm blanket as an extra layer Snow shovel Get a short handled shovel probably a coal type
19. er to dispose of the drained oil and old filter in a responsible manner What to do with the old oil Recycle it Most stores you have purchased the oil from will take it back free of charge to be recycled 3 Add Fuel Stabilizer and Drain Carbs Tip You only need to drain the carbs if your motorcycle will be stored more than 4 months Otherwise just add fuel stabilizer to the gas tank run the bike for 10 minutes so it mixes and gets into the carbs Fill the tank with fresh fuel but do not overfill The correct level is when the fuel just touches the bottom of the filler neck This gives enough room for the fuel to expand without overflowing the tank when temperature rises Shut off the fuel petcock and drain the carburetors and the fuel lines Add winterizing fuel conditioner to prevent the fuel from going stale and help prevent moisture accumulation Stale fuel occurs when aromatics the lighter additives evaporate leaving a thicker sour smelling liquid If left long enough it will turn into a gum plugging the jets and passages inside your carbs 4 Lube the cylinder s Tip You only need to do this if your motorcycle will be stored a very long time 6 months or more Because gasoline is an excellent solvent and the oil scraper ring has done its job most of the oil from the cylinder walls has been removed since the last time the engine was run If the cylinder wall is left unprotected for a long period of time it will rust and cause prematu
20. formation Chapter W has been doing non riding activities now that winter has come December is a busy month for everyone but we do have a few things planned that we hope you can make Dec 9 Chapter W Social Huikko s Center Buffalo This will be our Toys for Tots collection so bring an unwrapped toy or toys with you Last year we had a very good collection let s try to out do it this year Dec 13 Feed my Starving Children with Youth with a Mission River Rd just north of Rockford 10 30 1 00 We will go to Norms after for lunch This is a fun worthwhile event hope to see a lot of you there Dec 21 Winter begins Hope everyone has a Happy Holiday and if you have been good just maybe there will be no coal in your stocking Chapter W Journalist Lynn Chapter W Educator Notes By Steve Dombrowsky Well so much for keeping the bike available until Thanksgiving and sneak in one more ride Might have to start writing winter driving articles in October next year never lm not that much of a pessimist As write this we ve already had a couple weeks of practice on the icy roads but we still need to turn our attention to driving safely this winter As we all know winter driving can be dangerous We need to re learn to drive cautiously on icy roads and in snow conditions Traction can be greatly reduced and visibility sharply reduced A little planning for emergencies can pay off big time Preparation of your vehicle for winte
21. halls charter net www gwrra mnd org 218 626 2831 Home 218 391 2809 Cell Date November 1 2013 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager RB http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 1569 Page 4 of 4 Chapter G News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter G News December 2014 Chapter Director Hello to all of the Chapters and Happy Thanksgiving Chapter G is assuming the seasonal shut down much like our native black bear That doesn t mean that we can not be aroused by our good friends and neighbors This is the time of year that we look to our friends and neighbors and wish them a Happy Thanksgiving The sights and smells of the season are upon us and hope that everyone can enjoy them wherever old man winter has chased you Jan and would like to thank everyone in our district for a great year and even a better one in 2015 Kevin Moelter Chapter Director From the Chapter Educator Happy Holidays everyone It s a great time to be with family and friends watch a game catch up on things have a few drinks But please don t drink and drive Call a friend a family member Sober cab a regular cab The penalties for a DWI DUI are way too severe in monetary and human cost If it isn t already it s going to get slippery with rain sleet
22. hank everyone for the past year and we wish ours friends the very best for 2015 Each year we have new adventures new things to try places to go and people to meet Activities for December The Chapter Q activity list is pretty limited this month with our bikes in storage and snow flying But there are other chapter events and parties to attend There is no Chapter Q Social in December but look forward to seeing everyone at the Chapter Q Christmas Party on the 6th Saturday Breakfasts at Old Country Buffet in Maple Grove on the 6t and 20 at 9AM Saturday Dinner on 12 27 at Emma Krumbee s in Albertville at 4PM Upcoming Events IMS February 6t thru the 8 Bob amp Renae Hicks Assistant Chapter Directors Chapter Q MN GWRRA 612 210 5442 Bob 763 639 7948 Renae General Info socials Angeno s Pizza amp Pasta in downtown Maple Grove 13588 80th Circuit Maple Grove next to Mann Theater Ride Point Mall parking lot behind the Conoco Station and Cluvers on Bass Lake Road 2 blocks east of the l 494 intersection Date October 18 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager RR http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 190 Page 3 of 3 Chapter R News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter R News December 2014 Fro
23. hichever level of participation you choose Cindy and joined GWRRA in 1999 and attended the very first Round Up thus becoming part of the Chapter Q Charter Members In the 14 years since have had a grand total of 3 or 4 months that have not been in a position to write a newsletter at some level As we take a break from the various leadership roles we have played we will not disappear or quit joining in on as many chapter events as we can but we are looking forward to a little time off from being officers or staff and will enjoy joining the ranks of member with you So with all that said Cindy and step aside and turn over the Chapter Director s duties to Bob amp Renae Hicks To be very honest Bob amp Renae have been jumping in with both feet and have been a driving force in the recent activities already We are very confident that they will bring a new energy and ideas to the chapter and do a great job as Chapter Directors Ride Safe Ride Smart Kevin amp Cindy Heap Chapter Directors Chapter Q MN GWRRA 763 242 4553 Kevin 763 242 4556 Cindy MN Chapter Q Events and Activities November 1st Game Night Thoreson Park 3PM November 12th Chapter Q Social at Angeno s in Maple Grove meeting starting at 6 30 November 15th Saturday Breakfast at Dehn s County Manor in Maple Grove at 9AM November 22 Saturday Dinner at Sammy s in Brooklyn Park at 4PM December 6th Breakfast at Old Country Buffet in Maple Grov
24. ill need a place that is dry and out of harm s way When possible chose a location away from windows The ultraviolet light can fade paint and plastic parts Direct sunlight can raise the ambient temperature of the storage area which will promote condensation when the sun goes down so cover plain glass with some sort of opaque material Also cover your bike with a specially designed bike cover not a sheet or a tarp Why Because a sheet absorbs moisture and will hold it against metal surfaces and then rust forms Also damp fabric will breed mildew and this may attack the seat material A tarp prevents moisture from getting in but it also prevents it from getting out Moisture trapped will condense on the bike and then the rust monster is back A specially designed motorcycle cover is made of a mildew resistant material The material is slightly porous so it can breathe 2 Change the Oil Tip Just like cars colder winter grade oil will allow your bike to start easier in colder weather If your motorcycle runs ok with a cold winter grade oil 5w30 then changing the oil to this grade will help start up and running in spring Even if the oil is not due for a change byproducts of combustion produce acids in the oil which will harm the inner metal surfaces Warm the engine to its normal operating temperature as warm oil drains much faster and more completely While you are at it why not change the filter too Add fresh motorcycle grade oil Rememb
25. ing blisters on your body parts you won t wear it second has the helmet been rated by DOT and or Snell These organizations and the helmet manufacturers work together to test and develop the best combination of helmet shell liner and latching systems possible If a helmet shell cracks on impact the liner crushes easily or the latching system fails the protection you are counting on may not be there when you need it most Do your research by checking out the rating of your helmet Third does your helmet adapt to your communication system Is there adequate room for the speakers in your ear covering area Here again if you wear hearing aids this is something to test and consider Check out the space up front for your microphone Does it fit well with your mustache or that strong jaw line Your ability to communicate with your riding partners can be affected by a poor fit in these areas Finally keep in mind that a large percentage of leaving your bike on the fly incidences result in a full face plant on pavement or dirt Road rash on the end of your nose or rocks in the eye are not particularly fashionable or comfortable Keep in mind the old saying If you have a 10 head wear a 10 helmet Be prepared to invest in head safety you only get one Submitted by Elaine Harder Rider Education Minnesota Chapter Q elaineharderi16 msn com Dave and Elaine Harder Rider Educators for Chapter MN Q Dave Harder Rider Education
26. least keep a list of all necessary meds doctor name and number and contact numbers for family and friends Keep your cell phone charged and don t forget your charger http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 18 Page 1 of 2 Chapter News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 David and Sharon Antikainen Chapter Directors Date October 13 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager RR http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 18 Page 2 of 2 Chapter N News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter N News December 2014 Chapter N News Directors Soapbox Hello All Well guess that the predictions weren t very far off Winter has come to the upper mid west with all the subtlety of a bulldozer at 2am With our bikes safely put away for the next 5 or 6 months what is there to do Well let me tell you Chapter N has planned a lot of interesting things to help everyone get through this non riding season We have game nights bonfires bowling and many other things in the mix We had the first game night at our house last Friday Nov 14 and think that it was pretty good So check the calendar and look for the e mails from Shauna about the upcoming activities And most importantly be safe with all of this whit
27. m Your Chapter Director Chapter Directors Doug Kenney Chapter R s been busy getting our calendar planned out looks like there will be a lot going on in our part of the state The Christmas Party went off with out a hitch had a nice turn out It was nice seeing and getting time to chat with our GWRRA family members Winter has reared its ugly head a little early this year was caught off guard this year and have to find some time to get our bikes cleaned up and put away very busy at work From all of us in Chapter R we wish all of our GWRRA members and family a safe and MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR with plenty of miles in the new year Chapter R Director Doug Kenney Visit the Chapter Web Site at www gwrramnchapterR com MEC Corner Joe amp Jan Marek We now have our Gold Wings tucked in and are beginning the PMS season It was short riding season this year however we enjoyed the riding we did Thanks to Todd Newkirk for hosting the annual Chili Dump Calendar Planning Social Really great chili was had by all Looking at the 2015 calendar we have a lot of fun planned for next year Thanks to Robin Pettit for doing the calendar layout for us This will soon be posted on our website It seems that all chapters are getting ready to celebrate the Christmas season May this be a happy time for all with family and friends Wishing you a Merry Christmas and the best in 2015 Joe amp Jan Marek Membership Enhancement Coordina
28. ng Conflict Resolution Goal Setting to name a few This is a very good program amp is strongly recommended for all Officers The Program is 1 day in length and there is also a short Celebration of Knowledge at the end of the day This class is open to any member that would like to someday be an officer or would like to learn how the chapter works If you would like to join us in this class please send me your name by January 1 t 7th We have already scheduled a BRC2 course for May 17 2015 There are 12 spots available for this course and they will fill on a first come basis For those that are considering traveling to Wing Ding in Huntsville AL here is the hotel information that a few members of Chapter D will be staying at Microtel Inn amp Suites 1820 Chase Creek Row Huntsville AL 35811 256 859 6655 If you want the discounted rate you must go through the number in the Wing World magazine contacted them on Sep 17 and they still had several rooms available This was the least expensive hotel in the general area For those of you that are interested in getting registered on our new web site please go to www gwrra mnd org Then click the register button Then follow the instructions under new user If you have any questions about the web site please e mail us and we will do our best to answer them After August 15t we will be using the chapter web site to pass all of our news to the members November dinner social
29. nuine pleasure to work for each of our chapter participants We have had a lot of fun riding and socializing with our GWRRA Chapter Q family We hope that we have brought some fun into your experiences too have been the center of a few quips and jokes but have also handed out as many believe me when tell you that it is almost as much fun to receive as it is to give One more point really want to make please appreciate the Chapter Team that assembles each month to plan the fun and take care of the business Cindy and honestly believe we have had the most dynamic creative and hard working staff yeh know we are supposed to say team of any chapter in the Minnesota District and beyond We want to really say a heartfelt and honest Thank You to them all If we can leave everyone with a couple thoughts to ponder this organization is a participation group As a global organization right down to our own chapter events there is a wide variety of activities and definitely enough opportunities to jump in Point 1 look into something you have not tried before and PARTICIPATE PARTICIPATE The level of fun and member satisfaction will increase with every event and activity you get involved in Point 2 All our various Chapter Team positions are volunteer Don t be afraid to step up and offer whatever talent you may have to join the team Getting involved will really give you a sense of ownership in the chapter or w
30. r driving including good tires inflated to the proper pressure good windshield wipers good battery and regular vehicle maintenance A survival kit carried inside the car should include First Aid Kit http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 198 Page 1 of 2 Chapter W News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 Working flashlight and extra batteries Ice scraper and snowbrush Non perishable high energy food Blankets and warm clothing including boots caps gloves or mittens Other items might include a shovel jumper cables reflective triangles tow strap or chains tool kit salt or cat litter Please remember to bring in the mileage off your bike to update your Rider Education Record We ll continue with getting everyone s record updated or explaining the Level s Program and getting enrolled for our new members Marlene and hope you all have a very Happy Thanksgiving Date October 18 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager AR http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 198 Page 2 of 2
31. re piston and ring wear Remove the spark plugs and pour a tablespoon 5 cc of clean engine oil or spray fogging oil into each cylinder Be sure to switch off the fuel before you crank the engine or else you may refill the drained carbs Also ground the ignition leads to prevent sparks igniting any fuel residue Turn the engine over several revolutions to spread the oil around and then reinstall the plugs Refitting the plugs before cranking the engine could result in a hydraulic lock if too much oil was used in the cylinder 5 Battery Storage The battery must be removed from the motorcycle when it is in storage Motorcycles often have a small current drain even when the ignition is switched off dark current and a discharged battery will sulfate and no longer be able to sustain a charge A conventional battery should be checked for electrolyte level Add distilled water to any of the cells that are low and then charge the battery Battery charging should be performed at least every two weeks using a charger that has an output of 10 of the battery ampere http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 1569 Page 2 of 4 Chapter D News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 hour rating For example if the battery has an AH rating of 12 e g 12N12A 4A 1 where the 12A is 12 amp hours then the charge rate of that battery should not exceed 1 2 amps A higher charge will cause the battery to overheat Charge the battery
32. tors MN Chapter R Chapter of the Year Coordinators GWRRA MN District Chapter Educator Vicki Holst Hello everyone and Merry Christmas Wow I can t believe the year is almost over What a learning experience it has been went through the University Trainer program and am now a Rider Ed presenter I m excited to learn the seminars for RE and be able to give one at Chapter R s January social If you are interested in coming down it will be January 24 Pizza Ranch in Austin at 5 pm have a great Asst RE now thank you Dean Plank and I m so excited to work with him Our chapter has gone from http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 192 Page 1 of 2 Chapter R News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 27 not having seminars to starting in January February and March we are having FULL seminars in RE LTP amp MEC Our Mall show in Albert Lea this spring will once again have seminars When first suggested it last year to the chapter it came with some mixed feelings and this year they are asking for them It was also asked if we would do the HD Motorcycle booth again in Rochester As us UP NORTH riders go into visiting each other in 4 wheel autos at all the great parties that some are having let s all stop and be thankful for all the great rides friends learning and safety we all worked so hard to do all summer long As IOY for MN am never shy to talk to any one about what a great association
33. who can t hear you yell or to scare someone who may be trying to take advantage of your distress Date October 13 2009 Author admin Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association uses WordPress as content manager AR http mngwrra us wordpress page_id 14 Page 2 of 2 Chapter D News December 2014 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association 1 4 15 17 26 Minnesota Gold Wing Road Riders Association Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge Chapter D News December 2014 GWRRA From the Chapter Directors yINNESOTA DISTR icy Hello all Wow did winter come in fast It is a good thing we don t live in parts of the U P they have received over 70 inches of snow in 10 days It doesn t look like we will get any more riding in this year We can start looking forward to next year and all the things that we want to do CHAPTER D Michelle and would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year We hope that everyone gets all of the chrome that they have asked for On January 24 we will have Brian amp Tammy Anderson from Chapter Q to present the OCP class to us The Officers Certification Program or better known as the OCP is a program in the GWRRA Curriculum that is an in depth seminar of the basic duties and responsibilities of an Operations Officer Its main objective is to assist the Officers in the following responsibilities Finances Membership Enhancement IRS Compliance Rider Ed Teambuildi
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