Chapter “S” GWRRA Larry & Mary Olson 6447 Indian Trail Three Oaks, MI

Chapter “S” GWRRA
Larry & Mary Olson
6447 Indian Trail
Three Oaks, MI
Chapter S Staff_______________
Area Staff______________
Region Directors
Chapter Directors
Larry &Mary Olson
(269) 756-5721
larryeolson@comcast.net
Asst. Chapter Directors
Al & Anita Edmonds
(269) 208-5422
edmondsaa@comcast.net
Chapter COY
Bob & Kim Scott
bobscott@ejourney.com
989-429-9144
Asst. District Directors Bill & Linda Diffin
micouple2013@gmail.com
Del & Dar Thompson
(269) 468-3829
d.dthompson89@att.net
International COY
Greg & Renee Dempsey
Region D COY
Gary & Carol Meyerholtz
Sandy Ballinger
(269) 429-1475
Sandy.ballinger@att.net
MI District COY
Gary & Carol Williams
Asst. Chapter Directors
Treasurer
District Directors
Lee & Kay Tieche
Del & Darr Thompson
Chapter Educator/
Safety Director
Open
Activity Coordinators
Open
AMA/Event Coordinator
Open
Public Relations
Open
Sunshine Lady
Barb Frye
(269) 926-6420
fryer1606@comcast.net
MI District Rider Ed. Ambassadors Ron & Jan
Smith
Chapter S Meetings____________
Chapter Meetings are held on the first Tuesday
Of each month at:
Harbor Sports & Cycle
2188 M139 South
Benton Harbor, MI
We enjoy dinner (Pot Luck in the winter and bring
your own in the summer) and
conversation beginning at
6:00 PM and the meeting begins at 7:00 PM.
Greeters
Herman & Diane Fry
Chapter S Website___________
Ticket Sales
Del & Darr Thompson
WWW.gwrra-mi.org/chapter/s
Goody Person
Darr Thompson
Newsletter
Larry & Mary Olson
(269) 756-5721
Dinner Run Coordinator
Open
Brag Book
Delores Nozicka
(269) 471-7863
Hi Everyone:
October 2014
Another month gone and another season in our back pocket. With the summer season behind us, we
have to be ready for all the fall season will bring us. You don't have to look far to see the starting of all
the beautiful colors this time of year. Mary and I were up North a few weeks ago and it may have been
a little more intense there but in my opinion, not that much. Anyway, if you have the chance, get out and
enjoy. Don't forget with fall brings falling leaves and leaves can bring slippery conditions on the
roadways especially after rainy conditions.
We again had some very nice turnouts to our breakfast & dinner runs. There is no doubt in my mind
that we all like to eat and enjoy each other's company. The only time it gets quiet is when the food is
served. A big thanks to Del Thompson for leading us to the Gala-T-Inn in Hartford a few weeks ago. He
made what could have been an uneventful ride down some boring roads into a very nice, scenic and
enjoyable ride to Hartford. He sure has a talent for knowing back roads and getting us where we want
to go. Although our seating arrangements there weren't as we might have liked, it all turned out fine.
Also, thanks to Joel for staying with us so we could enjoy his company for what will probably be his last
ride with us for the season. He is headed for his winter digs already. Hope you and Elaine have a safe
trip and a very enjoyable winter.
Now, on to the past Region Rally. Thanks to all that went to try and make the best out of a bad situation.
Duane, Sharon, Mary & I rode over to Kendallville in conditions that ranged from OK to downright lousy.
Big problem was that was the norm for the entire weekend. Rain, wind and cold for the entire time! I felt
sorry for the Region team as the weather sure didn't help the day attendance, and I'm sure if those that
preregistered had any idea of what the weather was going to be, they would have elected to stay home.
Again, thanks to all that attended, brought food and for making the best of less than ideal conditions.
Sure had plenty of food and all was great in that arena. If it wasn't for the food the weekend would have
been a real bust. The vendor situation continuned as in the past rally's with this one being the first one
we have attended without ANY chrome vendors at all. I sure feel sorry for those in charge of trying to
get a vendor list together for any rally anymore.
Last months 50/50 winners—Karin Kirian & Diane Fry
Larry & Mary Olson Sr. CD's - Mi S
RIDER ED ‘GIMME 5’
TOPIC: End of Season Cycle Maintenance
Whether the riding season in your area lasts only four or five months, or as long as ten months, most of us will let our
motorcycles remain unridden for a long enough period of time that it is best to prepare it for a season of rest.
November typically brings weather throughout the northern tier of states that is not very good for motorcycling. Most
parts of this great country of ours experience two or more months of weather that is not considered part of the riding
season. The air temperature alone gets cold enough to cause hypothermia without adding the wind chill from sitting
atop a motorcycle while blasting down the road at legal speeds – even at 45 mph. And many areas will have snow on the
ground before the month is out. Some of you may be cold-blooded enough to prolong the season a few extra weeks, but
for most, there is a period each year when your motorcycle becomes a lonesome friend sitting quietly in the garage.
Before you park it for a season of inactivity, this is a great time to get your end of season maintenance done. It is
recommended that you change the oil and oil filter to remove contaminants – dirt, deposits, acids and moisture – that
can lead to corrosion inside the engine. Other fluid levels should be checked for proper level. If the fluids are due for
replacement based on miles ridden since the last change (check your manual and service history), this is a good time to
do that and any other maintenance tasks that you may have been putting off.
Your mechanic likely is not very busy at this time of year. He (she) would probably appreciate your visit, too! And you
know your bike will be better for it. Then when spring comes next year (it is not that far off, after all!), you’ll be ready to
go without a visit to the mechanic before planning your next big ride. After you get it back from your mechanic, fill the
gas tank and add the appropriate amount of fuel stabilizer (such as Stabil) before parking your Wing. Wash and wax the
bike and inflate the tires. The battery should be disconnected from the motorcycle (negative terminal first) and trickle
charged at least every 30 days, per your Gold Wing Owner’s Manual. (Refer to your battery charger manual for more
charging details.) Take good care of your Wing, and your Wing will take good care of you!
Ride Smart & Be Safe!
Bruce & Melissa Thayer
Former MI Asst. District Rider Educators
brucethayer1@comcast.net
October 2014
SUN
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MON
6
TUE
7
WED
1
THUR
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FRI
SAT
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18
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23
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25
Herman Fry
Ray Frye
29
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Chapter S
Gathering
12
13
14
Breakfast
Run
19
Larry & Mary
Olson
20
21
Al Olson
26
27
28
Dinner Run
31
November 2014
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
THUR
FRI
SAT
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Chapter S
Gathering
9
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8
Sandy
Bartrum
10
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Breakfast
Run
16
Dinner Run
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EVENTS PAGE
DATE & TIME
WHAT
WHERE
Oct. 12 8:30 AM
Breakfast Run
I HOP Pipestone Rd., Benton Harbor
Oct. 25 5 PM
Dinner Run
Coach's Glenlord Rd., Stevensville
Nov. 8
Fall Officers Meeting
Bay City, MI
Nov. 9 8:30 AM
Breakfast Run
TBA
Nov. 22, 5 PM
Dinner Run
TBA
Events for other Chapters can be found on the District Calendar which is on the District web site.