NEWS! GWRRA ND CHAPTER C September Clint Wald ND Chapter C Director

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1 GWRRA ND CHAPTER C September 2017 From Directors Seat Page 1 Note From Our Educators Page 2-3 Newsflash Page 4 Chapter C Info Pages 4-5 Chapter C Stuff Page 6 Ride Schedule Page 7 Upcoming Events Information Pages 8 For Sale Pages 9-10 Chapter Officers Directors: Clint and Ann Wald Assistant Directors: Al and Shirley Klein Treasurers: Don and Tanja Selzeler Educators: Scott and Kristine Eckroth Ride Coordinators: Al and Shirley Klein NEWS! As I'm writing this, our friends in GWRRA are in Grapevine,TX, for Wing Ding 39. Yesterday I watched the Couple of the Year presentations. I would like to thank Bob & Renee Hicks on the great job they did representing Region E. Checkout Region E Facebook page - there is a link to Bob & Renee's presentation. Also Congratulations to Randy & Kathy Reese, Region H, for winning International Couple of the Year! I'm sure everyone is having a great time, I wish I could have made it down this year - but there will be other chances. If you have never attended a Wing Ding, give it a try. It s a good time, a great place to meet other GWRRA members, and a great opportunity to get ideas to bring home to your Chapter and District. If anyone from ND District attended Wing Ding this year, please let me know and share your experiences. I will include them in next month's newsletter. Next year's Wing Ding has also been announced, Knoxville TN over labor day weekend again. Hmm, will have to think about this one as it s a great area to ride the Gold Wings. Last month I was thinking of holding a meeting in western ND, but have decided to postpone it for this year. Instead I am thinking of having a ND District Gathering. I need to pick an location, date, and time yet; again, if anyone has suggestions please let me know. As for Chapter C, we have tons of fun on our weekly rides, and some great numbers. This is one of the main reason I joined GWRRA, to spend time with the local chapter members and get out on rides. As the summer comes to a close the weekly rides are getting shorter. Hard to believe we only have only eight scheduled rides left if the weather holds out. Chapter C is already talking about next summer rides, minor changes to the weekly schedule, and a longer trip planning. Come join us at our monthly meeting September 17th to add your input. Our Website and Facebook page has the events schedule and other great information. Clint Wald ND Chapter C Director September 2017 Page 1 of 10

2 Co-Rider Seminar Upon completion of this seminar, you will be eligible for Level II of the GWTA Rider Education Program. The safety of the passenger is often forgotten or taken for granted. We somehow assume that we, as riders, have everything under control. Even if we don't, what they don't know won't hurt them. We need to change this way of thinking and involve our passengers more in our riding to help us ride better and safer. This seminar will attempt to do this. Clothing: The co-rider should wear similar type of clothing that the rider does. After all, the corider is exposed to the same if not more weather than the Rider and should you have a "go-down" they are going to hit the same ground we will. a Helmets should be at least a DOT approved, but Snell is rated best. Full face will protect more than a 3/4 open face or half style, but definitely any is better than none. b A shield is very important, even if it is hot when closed. If you don't wear protective glasses, it is mandatory to use a shield in most states. c Leather is best, but even just long sleeve shirts offer some protection. If you buy leather, make sure it is lined and not hemmed. Any covering is better than none. Don't expose any skin you are not prepared to lose. Aside from the obvious warmth it will give you in winter, leather will keep you cooler in summer. Don't forget that there is sun and wind burn that you need protection from. Pants can be denim; buy them a couple inches longer than normal as they ride up when on the bike. d Leather gloves with full fingers will give you good protection. Deerskin is preferred over e OUR EDUCATORS Scott and Kristine Eckroth cow skin for abrasion resistance, long wearing and softness, especially after being wet. Boots or any other over the ankle sneaker will help protect the foot, ankle and lower leg from abrasions. Riding behind a rider that is not Motorcycle Safety Foundation trained, could be dangerous. The rider may think they know what to do in an emergency, but do they really? Your life is in the rider's knowledge. Holding this seminar is two fold; one is for you to have a better understanding of what is happening during the ride. The other is for you to push your rider into taking an MSF course themselves, for both of your sakes. It is a great idea for you also to take the beginners MSF course. This would teach you to know what the rider is supposed to be doing in front of you. Motorcycle Orientation: You as the co-rider should read the Owner's Manual, you'd be surprised how many riders never do. You might even learn that if he says he can't hear you, all that might be necessary is turn up the intercom dial. Have your rider show you all the different controls and explain how they work. Have the rider put the motorcycle on the center stand and go through the motions. Make sure he tells you not to trust the green light that says the motorcycle is in neutral. Especially learn how to use the Engine Cut-Off Switch. It uses engine braking and does not lock the wheels. Understand what the various gauges are for, as well as the levers - which one is the brake, which one is the clutch. Know how to use the CB. Do you know September 2017 Page 2 of 10

3 that Channel 19 or what ever channel the truckers use in your area, is a better channel to use than 9 when you need help? Not all areas monitor Channel 9. Do you know how to change stations? Are you aware that if either of you press the talk button on the CB, that anything either of you are saying will then be broadcast over the air? Have the rider show you how to change the air pressure, so that you can put your feet on the ground if you have to be the rider. Make sure you know how to release a throttle lock. Getting on the motorcycle: Make sure that you are not near the motorcycle while the rider is mounting it. If they drop it, you will be blamed, if it falls over. In most instances, the rider should hold the front brake when either of you are mounting or dismounting. You should never do either without first informing the rider first. Remember that in most cases the rider is holding the motorcycle up with their legs, so be gentle. You should also stay plugged into the intercom until you are off the motorcycle so that you still communicate with the rider. The parking brake is leaving the bike in gear or with the reverse engaged. During the ride: Keep your legs "in" at all times. If you want to stretch or shake your leg, tell the rider first. For comfort sake, the thigh should be level with the ground. Observe the road ahead and look over the rider's shoulder in the direction of the turn. You don't have to lean, just look. You will actually be sitting straight up, which is what you're supposed to do. You should never lean opposite the lean of the rider. The rider and co-rider should communicate with each other at all times. The co-rider should practice keeping their head and eyes level with the horizon. When you look down, you tend to pull your body weight with it and force the motorcycle in that direction. Remember, the motorcycle will go where you look! In addition, it will maintain your balance and may also prevent dizziness. Something just happened to the rider, What do I do now? If the rider does not feel well before the ride, don't go. It is your responsibility to keep an ailing rider home. If the rider feels ill during the ride, stop as soon as possible. If the rider slumps over while riding, get control of the motorcycle. You must reach the handle bars. You should practice this at home while the motorcycle is on the center stand. Push the rider forward if possible, stand up if necessary. Engage the Engine Cut-Off Switch. Try to remain calm. Talk to the rider, if possible, to get information and calm them, if they are conscious. When you have control of the motorcycle, steer away from the group. If possible steer the motorcycle to a soft place to fall over. You will be falling over! Let the motorcycle fall over at the slowest possible speed. Even though you will have a natural tendency to put your feet out, keep your legs in until after you fall over and stop. Once you are stopped, try to remove yourselves from the motorcycle. Give your rider CPR if necessary and have someone call an ambulance. Don't remove the rider's helmet, let the medics do that. Can this happen to you? You better bet it can! If the co-rider is a little person, do not tie them to the rear seat. Don't give someone a ride if you have any doubts about them staying in the rear seat. To end this seminar, let us assure you that the co-rider is a very important and unique part of the riding team. They deserve our respect. September 2017 Page 3 of 10

4 Members! Some of you may have already seen or heard that there is change coming to GWRRA. This is to share with you the changes that will be happening and we want you to hear it from us. Below are the links to the videos to introduce the changes. The one that says Members is for all to watch and a great place to start. If you want more details, the second video is for Officers but anyone can watch. Here is a brief overview. The change to our Chapters is to shift them from feeling like they had to have a meeting each month to do the "business" of GWRRA, to more of a get together to share stories, adventures, safety tips and any new information from GWRRA and then to go for a ride. Specifically, you'll see that we have taken the Rider Educator away from the Chapter. We have added a Chapter Ride Coordinator who will be an Officer of Rider Ed. This move is to facilitate a softer approach to our Rider Education Program, often called the Levels Program, and move the program promotion and administration to the District. We want the Ride Coordinator to share safety tips on riding, clothing, preparing for a ride and more in an effort to guide our Members to adopt our safe riding philosophy. Our approach will be different with our Members but our message will still talk about rider safety. Our primary goal with this change is to help our Chapters to create adventures, memories, friendships, social time and great motorcycle rides for the enjoyment of the Members of GWRRA. Our Districts will gain some responsibilities but we want them to focus on building great memories, have adventures and great rides and enjoying the Members, while they bring a great message from the Program they represent to all of our Members, whether they affiliate with a Chapter or not. The District will open their arms wide to make certain you are included in the fun! To be more responsive to our Members TEAM GWRRA will be engaging more with our Members and be guiding our District level of Volunteers. With this major change we have, starting January 1, 2018, removed our Regions from our current structure and opened up all Districts to interact with other Districts regardless of lines on a map. Our focus is to our Members wherever they live. Throughout the next 6 months you'll see how some of the Programs will change and add new recognitions. Feel free to ask questions at any time to your Director, TEAM GWRRA or to me. I ask that you follow my favorite saying from Gary Keller, "stay into curiosity and out of judgement" and open your mind to the positive that these changes can bring to our Association. I know that change can be a challenge, but together we will bring about a bright new future to GWRRA. Thanks for your Membership in GWRRA, we appreciate you very much! Anita - President of GWRRA Video Links: GWRRA Officers Restructure GWRRA Members Restructure September 2017 Page 4 of 10

5 Capital Wing Riders - Chapter C Please join us at 7 PM on the third Sunday of each month for our Chapter C meeting. Interesting educational information, food, fellowship and fun! NOTE: New Meeting Place Subway, 1655 Grandview Lane, Bismarck, ND (in same Bldg as Eckroth Music) CHAPTER C IS HAVING A CONTEST A MILEAGE CONTEST Your starting mileage will be read by an Officer. For every 1,000 miles ridden (or fraction thereof) participants get a ticket. Ending mileage must be read on or before the November social by an Officer. All tickets will entered into a drawing that will be held during the Holiday Social - winners don t need to be present to win. There will be a secondary contest for closest guess of average number of miles driven during the 2017 riding season. Join us on Facebook at GWRRA Capitol Wing Riders or visit our website at September 2017 Page 5 of 10

6 Chapter C Picnic Ride to Rice Lake! A huge THANK-YOU to Tony and Joan Eckroth for their hospitality and providing a wonderful spot for our annual picnic! Thanks to Kris and Scott for sharing a few photos from their trip to Glacer! Riding..What a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of nature! September 2017 Page 6 of 10

7 Get Ready - The 2017 ride schedule is here! Rides depart from Open Road Honda, 4120 Memorial Highway, Mandan, ND at 6:15 pm Date Sunset Day Minors Location C.C. Miles 4/19/17 8:37pm Wed Yes Mandan-Pizza Ranch Yes 5 4/26/17 8:47pm Wed No St. Anthony-Rustys Yes 18 5/3/17 8:56pm Wed Yes Lincoln - Tumbleweed - Loop No/ATM 10 5/10/17 9:05pm Wed Yes Freeway 147 Truckstop - Loop Yes 11 5/17/17 9:14pm Wed Yes County Line-Wilton Yes 28 5/24/17 9:22pm Wed Yes New Salem - Sunset Inn Yes 31 5/31/17 9:29pm Wed Yes Wing-Chat & Chew Café Yes 50 6/7/17 9:35pm Wed No Underwood-Rusted Rail B&G Yes 57 6/14/17 9:39pm Wed Yes Turtle Lake - Bevs Café Yes 65 6/21/17 9:41pm Wed Yes Elgin - Our Place Yes 87 6/28/17 9:41pm Wed Yes Riverdale Knights Lodge Yes 70 7/5/17 9:39pm Wed Yes Totten Trail Yes 64 7/12/17 9:36pm Wed Yes Hebron-Wagon Wheel Café No 61 7/19/17 9:30pm Wed Yes Dawson No 55 7/26/17 9:22pm Wed Yes The Grill-Linton Yes 69 8/2/17 9:13pm Wed No Washburn - The Cabin Yes 53 8/9/17 9:03pm Wed Yes Flasher-Highway 21 Club Yes 44 8/16/17 8:51pm Wed Yes Road Hawg Grill Yes 40 8/23/17 8:39pm Wed Yes Picnic 8/30/17 8:26pm Wed Yes Wilton-Sportsman Bar Yes 28 9/6/17 8:12pm Wed Yes Bismarck-Oasis Yes 10 9/13/17 7:58pm Wed Yes Jacks Yes 4 9/20/17 7:44pm Wed Yes Mandan-Bonanza Yes 5 9/27/17 7:30pm Wed Yes Expressway Dairy Queen Yes 5 10/4/17 7:16pm Wed Yes Mandan-Station West Yes 3 10/11/17 7:03pm Wed Yes Famous Daves Yes 3 10/18/17 6:50pm Wed Yes Frieds Café Yes 6 September 2017 Page 7 of 10

8 Interested in attending a fall rally in Wisconsin or Iowa? For details see The August Region E Newsletter is posted to - newsletters/ 2017/201708AugustRegionNewsletter.pdf September 2017 Page 8 of 10

9 For Sale: 2014 TIME OUT CAMPER DELUXE. Add-ons include: swivel coupler, bearing buddies, electric brakes, aero cooler with lights, luggage bag, cushions and bag set, spare tire/wheel, air conditioner with stand and table tripod with table. I have a DVD for the owner s manual. Asking $5, Call or text Arlan at FOR SALE 2008 GOLD WING 1800 $22, New tires all around Loaded with extras Road Smith 2011 trike kit 61,500 miles For more information contact Frank Cron at cronpipe@yahoo.com or September 2017 Page 9 of 10

10 Trike conversion take-off parts from a 1998 Goldwing with 40,000 miles. Items include: like new rear tire (less than 300 miles) with rim with brake rotor, swing arm with rear drive, and two black saddle bags. Located here in Bismarck contact Jeff Philips at FOR SALE: 2008 Gold Wing, Champion Conversion Trike, Metallic Red,with Escapade Trailer (new tires on trailer) with chrome wheels SE. Many other added accessories, chrome and extra set of chrome wheels. 34,200 Miles $24, OR Cell: September 2017 Page 10 of 10