MaintenanceBike ProtectionComfort / ErgonomicsGadgets / FarkleLuggageLightingBrakes / WheelsSuspension / HandlingExhaustReproduction & Alternate PartsONE-of-a-KIND! BMW Venting Men's Jacket (Was $439) SAVE a HUNDRED BUCKS right now on this great BMW Jacket! Size selection may be limited so get yours while you still can.By: Jack Klauschie  RCBPREZ Last month, I confessed I spent time at the back of monthly member rides for quite a while. I want to share what I learned at the back for prospective members, new members and old hands. by Jack Klauschie, RCBPREZ I hope all RC Beemers had festive holidays. I want to thank Gordy for five years of dedicated service. I thank in advance those who have agreed to serve as Officers and Directors, particularly Mike who agreed to step in when I am out of town. I have been reflecting on why I joined the club back in the late “90’s, why Lynell and I organized / cooked at a spring camping event and Manchester for many years, and why I have been participating in RCB events since.

While riding remains a key motivator, I could ride without RCB membership or participating in RCB events. The primary motivator was and continues to be the friendships developed over these many years. by Gordy Olson, RCBPREZ This is my final President’s Corner after five years as Club President.  Naturally, my first thought as I sit down to write this message is to remember Gary Stofer.  My five years at the helm pale in comparison to his two separate four-year stints leading the Club. In those and all other years, Gary was a constant source of valued guidance, good humor, superb riding, and spirited accordion riffs.  To say he will be missed would be the definition of understatement.  His passing reminds all of us of the importance of savoring each day, each friend, and each ride – each and every day. Well, it’s that time already… ELECTION DAYs are almost upon us. The campaigns have seemingly gone on forever, but the ends are near. Soon we will all know who will be our next Commander-in-Chief and who will be the titular leader of our club.

Whoever they are, the two presidents (one of the USA and one of the RCB) will inherit both problems and possibilities from their predecessors. As I sit down to write my next-to-penultimate PrezCorner, I am thinking about all the good times that I have had in this club over the past ten years.   the best 800cc motorcycleThere is something very special about a group of guys and gals that is so committed to motorcycling and to each other.  best hero honda scootyIt makes me consider rethinking my decision to step down as president after this year – NOT!!!motorcycles for sale craigslist rochester new york Summer’s over, but that doesn’t mean that the fun is about to stop… the Fall Classic at Manchester Beach is coming up in a month and promises to be better than ever this year.  bmw r90s motorcycles for sale

The event is scheduled for Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2.  Our October monthly meeting and raffle will be held between Happy Hour and dinner on Saturday evening.motorcycle shop nurembergThe presidential campaign season is in full swing.  frog motorcycle rain gearThe Republicans have nominated Donald Trump.  lee motorcycle shop corkThe Democrats have nominated Hillary Clinton.  Now the nation awaits what is perhaps the most important nomination of all – the one for the presidency of the River City Beemers!  But seriously, folks… only five months remain in my Reign of Terror.  I have to believe that the club membership must be getting tired of me by now and be looking forward to a fresh face ringing that damned cowbell every month. 

It is really time to start thinking about which of us will assume the handlebars of power on January 1, 2017. Boy, is it hot!!  Summer is definitely here in all its 100-degree-plus glory.  Fortunately, all of us have properly vented jackets and pants, summer gloves, cooling vests and/or sleeves, and Camelbacks, so we can continue to ride whatever the temperature.  I suppose that in a real pinch, there is always the option of jumping into an air-conditioned cage.  There is no excuse for riding without the proper protective gear.  As the saying goes:  If you think it is simply too hot to put on all of your gear, then it is simply too hot to ride! Hard to believe, but 2016 is already almost half over.  Are all of you about halfway through your New Year’s resolutions???  Hopefully, riding more was on the top of that list and the miles are accumulating appropriately.  If not, get out there and ride. May is shaping up to be a very busy month! If past years are any indication, then a substantial number of RCB’ers will be participating in this year’s Lois Lewis Memorial Poker Run. 

The Poker Run is the Club’s only “bittersweet” event, where we have an opportunity both to miss Lois’s presence and to honor her legacy.  As usual, there will be a terrific meal served at the Sweeney’s after the ride.  As soon as you finish reading this, go mark your calendar for May 7, departing from A&S at 9:00 or so after our monthly meeting and raffle at Sonya’s (oops, I meant at Susie’s).In addition to motorcycles, BMW Motorrad also sells a complete line of apparel for riders to wear on and off their bikes. The new BMW Motorrad Rider’s Equipment for 2012 is made up of two sections packed full of new products: BMW Motorrad Ride contains the functional pieces from helmets to rucksacks, while BMW Motorrad Style contains fan collections. Not all products will be available in all areas (helmets, for example, won’t be available in the U.S.) so check with your local dealership for availability and prices. A complete gallery of the listed products is at the end of this article.

The completely new AirFlow 2 helmet lives up to its name in terms of aerodynamics and optimum ventilation. Carbon insets and padding foamed in a variety of thicknesses ensure maximum safety. The urban design includes aluminum applications for a modern look. Some of the helmet colors have been chosen to coordinate with the BMW Maxi-Scooter. The core of BMW Motorrad Rider’s Equipment consists of five suits: TourShell, Start, Sport 2, DoubleR and KlimaKomfort 2. As well as offering excellent functionality, the color schemes and tailoring of the suits means that the products can be combined to unique effect: for example, the Start suit for women goes very well with the DoubleR and Sport 2 suits. It is now easier than ever to find the perfect individual combination for every tour thanks to the wider range of jackets and trousers available. So, the Boulder Neon, Urban and Venting jackets not only create an excellent complete outfit when teamed with Allround and Summer 3 trousers, but can also be combined with all BMW Motorrad suits thanks to zip adapters.

Naturally, the jackets and pants meet the same high safety standards as the suits and are not just designed as motorcycle equipment, but can also be worn as casual daywear. The ProTouring 2 boot is now also available in a version for women. It has been completely redesigned, achieving optimum stability with a significant increase in the heel height that still remains discreet: the extra height is mostly hidden inside the boot. ProTouring 2 features a slim, feminine design and is the perfect professional standard all-year-round boot. Also in the same league is the SportDry boot, which has a patented safety system. The GORE-TEX® membrane ensures that the boot is waterproof and breathable. Its cutting edge technology offers perfect protection from injury. The Sneaker X2 has also been further improved, for example in the heel area, and, thanks to its breathable material and discreet design, is perfect for day-to-day city traffic and for the office. The unique composite material Keratan was incorporated in the ProSport leather glove.

This enhances the leather’s resistance to abrasion. The understated color scheme means that the glove can be combined perfectly with any equipment. The Urban glove is made form the finest goatskin and is particularly suitable for the city and short journeys. It may not look like a classic motorcycle glove, but the hands will be protected in the event of impact. Socks and stockings are an important, often forgotten detail – however functional socks and stockings from BMW Motorrad are designed to be teamed with boots and shoes with breathable membranes and ensure that the feet stay at the right temperature on every tour, whatever the weather. The MessengerBag 2 and Function 3 rucksack round off the range of new features available in the BMW Motorrad Rider’s Equipment. Both product have been developed from tried-and-tested products and provide plenty of storage space despite their compact dimensions. The MessengerBag 2 can hold anything the average commuter needs for his daily journey to the office.

The extra padding means that the laptop is particularly well protected, while the detachable hip belt ensures that the bag remains in secure contact with the rider. One of the special features of the Function 3 rucksack are the straps that enable the rucksack to be fastened directly to the motorcycle in a single move. Under the familiar umbrella brand BMW Motorrad Style, new fan articles from BMW Motorrad for the 2012 season are divided into the following areas. Naturally, all the familiar articles from the BMW Motorrad Style logo collection will also be available in 2012. BMW Motorrad Style Heritage turns the spotlight on historic BMW motorcycles with jackets, tops or shirts and focuses on legendary rider Ernst Jakob Henne, who broke numerous speed records for BMW. In this case, “retro” means great motorsports history on high-fashion clothing and lifestyle products. The BMW Motorrad Style Urban concept is synonymous with sporting elegance that can be combined to perfection with the functional equipment, as well as forming a separate, top-quality leisure collection.