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K&N Oil Filter Recall

K&N has issued a SAFETY RECALL and identified which filters are subject to the defect.  Here are clips from the recall letter sent to dealers:

K&N has discovered that certain KN-204/204C oil filters manufactured between March 1 and September 30, 2016, can leak oil at the area where a nut (intended for use to remove the oil filter during routine oil changes) is welded to the end of the filter. If there is such a leak, oil could come into contact with the rear tire or rear brake of the motorcycle on which the filter is installed. If this were to occur, it could lead to a loss of control or a crash. Therefore, K&N is conducting a recall under which it is offering to replace the covered oil filters at no charge, including the cost of return shipping.

Read more about this recall HERE

2018 Special Olympics

On June 2nd and 3rd, Chapter V assisted with the 2018 Special Olympics.

John Doughty Interviewed on Long Riders Radio

Our very own John Doughty was recently interviewed by Justin Long for the Podcast, "Long Riders Radio" This is a podcast dedicated to the Iron Butt Community and has a large global following of Iron Butt riders.

Justin talks with John about his Iron Butt "100,000 miles in a Year" quest.

Click on the link below to listen to John's interview.

Listen Here

BTW - Justin was a first time competitor in this years 11-day Iron Butt Rally. He had a very successful Rally and finished 50th which put him in the Bronze category.

Motorist Awareness
Vic Parr

We are trying a new twist to get the word out about motorcycle awareness. The idea is to give the youngsters something that they can work with and then show their parents.

How about some pictures of motorcycles to color? Click on one of the the coloring booklets below which is created on a single sheet of paper, and then folded in quarters. These can be easily printed off at home.

Crayons are an additional treat for youngsters traveling on a trip with their parents. A lot of restaurants have crayons available, so the booklet by itself would suffice. These booklets have been distributed to other patron’s children, with their parent’s approval, at several chapter meeting locations and they have been very well received.

We encourage each chapter member  to consider this method of motorcyclist awareness so more people are looking out for us. Maybe the parent will observe a motorcycle of the style or color that their child showed them.

Washington District Chapter Meeting Quick Reference

Click on the Chapter to see a map of the meeting location.
If planning to visit a Chapter, be sure to check the Chapter's web site to ensure the meeting is being held.

Click Here to Use the GWRRA Chapter Search Tool.

GL1800 Rear Brake Recall

Special Notice Dated October 23, 2016

Honda Recall: Honda is recalling 126,000 motorcycles for a second time because their brakes can malfunction. The recall covers Honda GL-1800 motorcycles for model years 2001-10 and 2012. A problem with the secondary brake master cylinder can cause the rear brake to drag, potentially leading to a crash or fire. Honda had received 533 complaints thru July 24th, including reports of eight small fires. There have been no reports of crashes or injuries as a result of the problem. Honda originally recalled the motorcycles in December 2011 but continued to receive complaints.

More information can be found at http://powersports.honda.com/recall-information.aspx.  You can check the status of your motorcycle by entering in your bike's VIN.

Customer Letter can be found at http://content.services.honda.com/recalls/docs/Campaigns/S03.pdf

If you have this work done, bear in mind that the mechanic will only bleed the rear brake line unless you specifically request the front brake line as well (which will have a labor charge associated with it).

Second GL1800 Airbag Recall

Special Notice Dated January 13, 2017

Honda Recall: A victim of the defective Takata airbag inflator recall that is affecting millions of vehicles around the world, Honda has expanded the recall to cover almost all airbag-equipped GL1800's.

This recall is due to airbag inflators that can explode unexpectedly, sending shrapnel into the rider's body. As of the end of 2016, 11 people had been killed and more than 100 have been injured by these defective inflators.

If you have an airbag model, read the expanded recall details to see if your bike is included and what steps you should take: GL1800 Airbag Recall

Gold Wing and Valkyrie Tech Bulletins

Thanks to Mike Briese for compiling this list of Gold Wing and Valkyrie Recalls and Service Bulletins.

GL1500 Gold Wing and Valkyrie

GL1800 Gold Wing