Re: Wednesday, Jan 19th Ride

I would like to thank Duane for responding so quickly to my call for assistance and to Dan for sticking with me.  I have a "so called" premium tow package for my cars, motorhome plus motorcycles.  I called the emergency number on my card.  AAA advised they would send out a tow truck in about one hour.  My situation was considered a priority due to the fact that we were stranded on the side of a highway.  They called back about one half hour later to advise that they could not find a vehicle capable of towing a motorcycle and I could expect a much longer wait, possibly mid afternoon!  So, again, a big thank you to Duane and Dan.  I very much appreciate your help. 

FYI:  It appears that the problem with my bike is likely a sheared drive shaft spline. 

Derek Hudson

The Resort RV Park

C: 604 576 4568

On Thu, Jan 20, 2022 at 6:44 AM Duane Switz <ddswitz@gmail.com> wrote:

I understand there were 13 bikes with 19 riders for the ride to Judy's Cookhouse in Globe. The group was led by Dennis, with Dan bringing up the rear. As they headed out on the 60, Derek's bike had a drive train problem just past the Florence turnoff. Dan stopped to assist him, while the group continued on. They had a good breakfast at Judy's, with tables ready for them when they arrived. Some of the group continued around through Winkleman, while others took a different route. I received a call from Derek, asking if I could bring my trailer to pick up his bike, as, even though he had towing insurance, they told him it would be mid-afternoon before they could get there! I got my trailer out of storage & headed out, finding Derek & Dan waiting just over the bridge on Hwy 79. We loaded the bike in short order and headed back to GV, with Dan following.

The group returned about 1pm, having traveled 150 miles.

Saturday's ride is to Buckeye, a new destination.

Duane