September - Pikes Peak HOG Chapter # 405

September
Words From GM Pat
Current Events
Other Events
Future Events
Featured Member/Rider
Last Months Ride/ Events
New HOG Members
Ladies Of Harley
Service Tech Tips
Motorcycle Humor
Riding Tips
Wow, what a summer! And most recently , what a busy august!
With Sturgis in the record books and a great cripple creek rally with near perfect weather, were
far from done yet.
I just got back from the Harley Davidson worldwide dealer show in Nashville, and what a show it
was! go to hd.com to see it all but here are some of the highlights:
1. The roadglide is back and totally redesigned . there are 3 versions including a CVO!
2. there is an ultra low and a limited low with a seat height you wont believe!
3.A streetglide CVO.
4. The all new "freewheeler" trike that is sporty and has its own look and under 25k.
5.Great new colors and hundreds of new parts and accessories.
New models are arriving daily and Harley credit has just announced rates as low as 0.99% APR on
certain models. So if you want to see the new stuff, or know anyone , please send them in, we
really need Harley trades and imports as well for our other store.
Lastly be sure to watch our calendar for events and such. but surely don't miss the cannonball
run stop here at the store Sunday sept 14. there will be a lot of vintage motorcycles , all over 100
years old , coming and stopping here for a brief lunch so that we can check them out! It is a very
cool scene!
Sincerely,
Pat Patton
General Manager
Pikes Peak Harley Davidson
1 Sep- PPHD- Labor Day Party
6 Sep- 900 a.m.- PPHD- Members Meeting
6 Sep- 1000 a.m.- PPHD- Destination ride to Buffalo Bills
Grave
9 Sep- 630 p.m.- LOH Meeting (Location TBD)
11 Sep- 500 p.m.- PPHD- Bike Night at Hooters
14 Sep- 11-1230 p.m.- PPHD- Cannonball Run
17 Sep- PPHD- New Customer Party
21 Sep- 800 a.m.- Western Omelet- Mid Month Ride – How's
Your Aspen Poker Run
25 Sep- 500 p.m.- PPHD- Bike Night at Hooters
4-6 Sep- Clovis, NM- NM State HOG Rally
7 Sep- Co Springs- B.U.F.A. 9/11 Charity Run
13 Sep- Pueblo, CO- Outpost H-D Fall National Open House
13 Sep- Rolling Thunder Remembers Colorado Freedom Memorial
17-21 Sep- Ruidoso, NM- Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally
19-21 Sep- Denver, CO- 36th Colorado Motorcycle Expo
20 Sep- Frederick, CO- High Country H-D Miner’s Day Parade
20 Sep- Co Springs- SOS M/C End of Summer Party
21 Sep- Morrison, CO- Motorcycle Challenge Drag Racing Event
24-27 Sep- Fayetteville, AR- Bikes, Blues, & BBQ MC Rally
24-28 Sep- Reno, Sparks, Virginia City, NV- Street Vibrations Fall
Rally
27 Sep- Co Springs- PPH-D How’s Your Aspen Ride Poker Run
27 Sep- Peyton, CO- CVMA 9th Annual Poker Run
27-28 Sep- Goodland, KS- Northwest Kansas Bike Show
28 Sep- Douglas County HOG 3rd Annual Lynnzi’s Ride
28 Sep- Littleton, CO- 9th Annual Emily’s Parade
4 Oct- 900 a.m.- PPHD- Members Meeting
4 Oct- 1000 a.m.- PPHD- Destination ride to Bents Fort
5 Oct- 1100 a.m.- PPHD- 27th Annual High Country Toy Run
14 Oct- 630 p.m.- LOH Meeting (Location TBD)
17 Oct- PPHD- New Customer Party
19 Oct- 1000 a.m.- PPHD- Mid Month Ride – Meet at PPHD
30 Oct- 630 p.m.- PPHD- Officers Meeting
1 Nov- 900 a.m.- PPHD- Members Meeting
1 Nov- 1000 a.m.- PPHD- Destination ride Brunswick Bowling
11 Nov- 630 p.m.- LOH Meeting (Location TBD)
16 Nov- 1000 a.m.- PPHD- Mid Month Ride- Meet at PPHD
28 Nov- PPHD- Black Friday
29 Nov- PPHD- Orange Saturday
29 Nov- PPHD- Santa Arrives at PPHD
6 Dec- 900 a.m.- PPHD- Members Meeting
6 Dec- LOC TBD- HOG Christmas Party
6,13,20 Dec- PPHD- Pictures with Santa
9 Dec- 630 p.m.- LOH Meeting (Location TBD)
12 Dec- LOC TBD- LOH Christmas Party
14 Dec- PPHD- Pikes Peak Harley Davidson Holiday Party
17 Dec- PPHD- New Customer Party
21 Dec- 1000 a.m.- PPHD- Mid Month Ride
Julie Vance
I have 2 children (daughter 19, son 17) and I am the owner/operator of Americas Best Value Inn Villa Motel in Manitou
Springs. I have been riding for just a year. I decided to take the MSF class last summer to conquer something that I was
intimidated by. My then 16 year-old son also wanted to take the class. When the class was done, I obtained my
endorsement. Unfortunately due to my son being a minor, he was required to hold a "motorcycle learning permit" for
one year and could not ride without another licensed rider in close proximity. So we purchased bikes. I bought a 2008
Sportster Low 883 and he bought a Yamaha 350XT. I had not planned to get hooked, but I did. I recently sold that
Sportster and replaced it with a 2010 Softtail Deluxe. I joined the HOG group to meet other riders as the only riders I
know reside out of state. I have met some great people and have found the group to be full of good souls.
I have dozens of guests every month during the summer that ride in from all over North America. It has been lots of
fun to give them routes to ride that I have ridden myself with the HOG group. It gives me a unique connection to my
guests that other innkeepers just don't have.
Well this was the first year that I have ever attended the Sturgis Rally. This was an outstanding ride on the way up to Sturgis with just the
right amount of highway and back country roads as well as some big sights to take in before arriving to Sturgis. I stopped to visit the Crazy
Horse monument first then left there and stopped to see Mount Rushmore, both were amazing to see in person and the ride through the
Black Hill country to get to Rushmore was very nice. I was surprised during the rally to find that there was at least 4 rides dedicated to the
men and women of the armed forces that serve to protect our freedoms to be able to attend motorcycle rallies in the first place. The
Buffalo Chip campground had the Traveling Wall displayed with several flags flying in the field in front of it and was a fitting tribute to the
fallen who paid the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country free. There was several biker groups there with their club patches that was made
up of veteran Soldiers who ride. Of course you can’t go to Sturgis without going to No Panty Wednesday in Hulett, Wyoming and the
infamous Full Throttle Saloon! There are several places and routes to ride and next year I will be back to ride more!
CW2 Shane Chisholm
US ARMY
Pikes Peak HOG Chapter 405 Picnic
Our chapter had its annual picnic on 24 August! We had a good turnout with lots of food and games on motorcycles! Ride safe and
keep both wheels on the road!
Adrian Hope
Michael & Valerie McNulty
Bernie Luelton
Keith Cashion
Brenda Elliott
Director
Kimberly Sisson-Crow
How To Join
The only requirement for membership is that
you have a current HOG membership. Contact
HOG and tell them you’d like to be a member of
LOH.
Call 1-800-clubhog or log into the members
only area of www.hog.com then go to “update
membership profile”. Just click the yes option
for LOH and you’re done!
The LOH membership itself is FREE! After
you’ve joined, you will receive a LOH
embroidered patch and pin. LOH membership
allows you to not only participate locally, but
also all the LOH activities at various HOG
rallies and events.
If you have any questions about Ladies of Harley
or want to know when we have our meetings
and events, please feel free to call Kim @
610.217.5631 or email at
[email protected].
Ladies of Harley is where lasting friendships
are made, where laughter is heard, and where
memories are made. It’s where ladies like you
come together to share our common interest in
Harley-Davidson motorcycles. We look
Cell 610-217-5631
Asst. Director
Cell
The Ladies of Harley is a group
of dedicated and talented women
who love to get together,
have fun, and ride. We are a
very diverse group of women
coming from different
backgrounds who pull together
to make our LOH events
successful and fun. This is
where lasting friendships and
memories are made.
LOH Meetings
Meetings held monthly on the Tuesday
following the HOG Chapter Meeting.
Socialization begins at 6:00 p.m. followed
by the meeting at 6:30. You can simply
attend the meeting or choose to eat dinner
and enjoy a beverage. The members of LOH
run their own meetings and sponsor
activities that both ladies and men can
participate in. Women and men alike are
welcome to participate. Many husbands and
significant others are even known to gather
for dinner to socialize during the
LOH meetings.
2014 LOH Meeting Schedule
June 10
July 15
August 12
Sept. 9
Oct. 7
Nov. 4
Dec. 9
Harley Winter Storage
Those who continue to ride through the winter will still benefit from some of these tips to keep your ride in top shape.
While many reading this are already in the grips of winter, it is never too late to prepare your Harley (or other
equipment) for that long winter’s nap. Below is a check list for basic winter storage that will help make sure your ride
survives until spring.
1. Stabilize the fuel Modern unleaded fuel only has a shelf life of 3-4 weeks before it begins to deteriorate. Some
believe that draining the tank and float bowl is all that is needed to prevent the gasoline from turning to sludge. In my
opinion there is no way to completely drain every drop of fuel, especially from all the small passages and jets in the
carburetor. Add the recommended amount of fuel stabilizer to a full tank of fuel, then run the engine for at least 15
minutes to work the stabilized fuel throughout the engine. This will prevent the remaining fuel residue from oxidizing
and turning to varnish. There are several brands of fuel stabilizer but be sure to purchase a reliable brand.
2. Change your oil Now that your Harley is warmed up after running the stabilizer through the engine, change your
oil. Residual fuel and contaminants in the oil can oxidize during prolonged storage or inactivity. Changing your oil now
removes all the sludge and dirt that would otherwise start to deteriorate. In addition, changing oil now guarantees
fresh lubrication when it comes time to remove the bike from storage. Don’t go cheap on the oil like some sites
encourage. Use a quality oil that you would normally drive with. I recommend synthetics which will survive much
longer into next year’s riding season, but the choice is up to you. Run the engine a few minutes to disburse the oil
through the engine.
3. Prepare the Battery Lead-acid batteries should be kept under a constant charge in order to prolong their life.
Attach a Battery Tender or specialized charger that won’t overcharge your battery. A trickle charger may be used but
must not be run for more than a half-hour each day. This could be accomplished using an appliance timer. If your
motorcycle will be stored where freezing temperatures are likely, remove the battery from the bike and place in a warm
dry place. The battery should be kept charged regardless.
Battery storage myth: Placing a battery on a concrete floor will not discharge or drain the battery. Lead acid batteries
by nature slowly discharge however, a concrete floor has no effect on this.
Harley Winter Storage cont.
4. Clean and Lubricate Dirt, sand, and road salts will begin to corrode and damage metal surfaces if left during storage.
Give your bike a good cleaning before putting her to sleep for the winter. Lubricate the chain as discussed in last
month’s newsletter. That article should appear shortly on the Tech Tips page or contact me and I’ll send it to you.
Lubricate all moving parts such as cables and use a metal protectant spray on the underside of the frame and drivetrain.
This will combat any rust on areas exposed from pitting or scratches. As I mentioned last month NEVER use WD-40 on
your Harley, ever!
5. Check your Tires Make sure your tires are properly inflated. If you have a compressor then deflate your tires first to
expel any moisture, then inflate with clean compressed air. You should repeat this step before riding again in the spring.
If possible, elevate your Harley so both tires are not under load. This is especially important if the bike will be stored in
freezing conditions. Make sure your bike is secure. Motorcycle lifts with bottle jacks have been known to fail when left
under prolonged load.
6. Cover your Harley Even when stored inside, your bike should be covered while stored. Use a cover that can breath
and not a plastic tarp. Moisture should not be allowed to become trapped under the cover on your bike’s metal
surfaces. If your storage is in a barn or similar place, cover the exhaust’s to prevent any unwanted creatures from
making a winter den. Place plastic bags over the intake to keep moisture out.
Stopped for Speeding!
A rookie police officer pulled a biker over for speeding and had the following
exchange:
• Officer: May I see your driver's license?
• Biker: I don't have one. I had it suspended when I got my 5th DUI.
• Officer: May I see the owner's card for this vehicle?
• Biker: It's not my bike. I stole it.
• Officer: The motorcycle is stolen?
• Biker: That's right. But come to think of it, I think I saw the owner's card in the tool
bag when I was putting my gun in there.
Officer: There's a gun in the tool bag?
• Biker: Yes sir. That's where I put it after I shot and killed the dude who owns this
bike and stuffed his dope in the saddle bags.
• Officer: There's drugs in the saddle bags too?!?!?
• Biker: Yes, sir. Hearing this, the rookie immediately called his captain. The biker was
quickly surrounded by police, and the captain approached the biker to handle the
tense situation:
• Captain: Sir, can I see your license?
• Biker: Sure. Here it is. It was valid.
• Captain: Who's motorcycle is this?
• Biker: It's mine, officer. Here's the registration.
• Captain: Could you slowly open your tool bag so I can see if there's a gun in it?
• Biker: Yes, sir, but there's no gun in it. Sure enough, there was nothing in the tool
bag.
• Captain: Would you mind opening your saddle bags? I was told you said there's
drugs in them.
• Biker: No problem. The saddle bags were opened; no drugs.
• Captain: I don't understand it. The officer who stopped you said you told him you
didn't have a license, stole this motorcycle, had a gun in the tool bag, and that there
were drugs in the saddle bags.
• Biker: Yeah, I'll bet he told you I was speeding, too.
A word or two about Safety from your Safety Officer…Sean Kane at [email protected]
T- Tires and Wheels
Tires- Check tread depth, wear and air pressure
Wheels- See if any spokes are loose or if the rim is bent or cracked. See if it turns freely, but is not loose on the axle.
C- Control Levers
Inspect levers. Verify they are not bent or broken and move easily.
Check cables for fraying and lubricate them.
Check hoses for cracks, leaks, bulges and chaffed areas
Make sure the throttle moves freely. Closes easily. Lube if needed.
L- Lights & Battery
Check that the battery terminals are clean and tight and that the electrolyte level is correct. Plus make sure the vent tube is hooked to the
vent outlet and not kinked
Check the turn signals and brake lights for proper operation. Make sure the lenses are not cracked or broken
Headlight- Check for proper operation and alignment
O- Oil Levels
Check engine oil level plus transmission and primary drive fluid levels
C- Chassis
Steering Head-Move handlebars back and forth to check for tight spots or binding.
Hold the front brake and rock the bike front to back to check for any free play in the neck bearings.
Suspension- Check the front forks and the rear shocks for smooth travel and right air pressure (If equipped)
Belt- Check tension and visually inspect for any rocks or other objects stuck in it.
Fasteners- Check for any loose nuts or bolts and tighten if needed
K- Kickstand
Side stand- Check for ease of operation and spring action.
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Pikes Peak HD Rewards- http://www.pikespeakharleydavidson.com/custompage2.asp?pg=rewards
Pikes Peak HOG Officers
Director- Britton Fletchall- [email protected] 719-453-8753
Treasurer- Skye Cantrell- [email protected] 719-232-8226
Secretary- Karla Miller- [email protected] 719-648-9300
Activities Officer- Donnie Hitt- [email protected] 719-235-8896
Membership Officer- Karla Miller- [email protected] 719-648-9300
Editor- Shane Chisholm- [email protected] 315-486-1019
Photographer- Lynn Edgin [email protected] 719-360-1024
Webmaster- Sonny Taylor [email protected] 719-649-6092
Road Captains
Head Road Captain- Steve “Gus” Gustafson [email protected]
Asst. Road Captain- Eric Merrell [email protected]
Safety Officer- Sean Kane [email protected]
Ladies Of HOG
Director- Juana Giacolono [email protected] 719-233-1718
Asst. Director- Kim Sisson-Crow [email protected] 610-217-5631