BMW TOURING CLUB OF NSW

Member of the International Council of BMW Clubs

October 2015 NEWSLETTER

OFFICE BEARERS Regional Ride Co-ordinators

PRESIDENT Alan Peters 0407 829 033 president@bmwtcnsw.org.au VICE-PRESIDENT RIDE CALENDAR COLLATION CLUB POINT SCORES Alan Pennykid 0427 393 093 0247 393 093 vicepresident@bmwtcnsw.org.au

GENERAL SECRETARY John Rayner 0415 104 830 secretary@bmwtcnsw.org.au

MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Marie Pennykid 0428 393 093 0247 393 093 membership@bmwtcnsw.org.au

TREASURER Bob Madell treasurer@bmwtcnsw.org.au

BMWCA DELEGATE Trevor Dean 0409 407 409 bmwcadelegate@bmwtcnsw.org.au

EDITOR Andrew Watson 0419 255 290 editor@bmwtcnsw.org.au

REGALIA Mick Furchert 0414 713 359 regalia@bmwtcnsw.org.au

ASSETS and ARCHIVES Mal Cattermole 0409 179 419 assets@bmwtcnsw.org.au

PUBLIC OFFICER Ian Ramsay 0421459757 publicofficer@bmwtcnsw.org.au

SPARE PARTS/CLUB TOOLS Rob Edgar 0408 161 107 spares@bmwtcnsw.org.au

MCC NSW DELEGATES Bob Whitehead mccdelegate1@bmwtcnsw.org.au

NEWSLETTER DISTRIBUTION Tony Conliffe Mick Goodwin

WEBMASTER John Visser 0412 105 300 0289 710 722 webmaster@bmwtcnsw.org.au

Club Website: www.bmwtcnsw.org.au.au

Club Yahoo Email site

(members mailing list - voluntary): http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bmwtcnsw www.bmwclubs.asn.au www.bmw-clubs-international.com BMWTCNSW Newsletter October 2015 2

ACT Dave Ramsay

02 6278 3895 actcoordinator@bmwtcnsw.org.au

Hunter Rob Tiedeman

0425 777 461

huntercoordinator@bmwtcnsw.org.au

Mid North Coast Lin van

Coppenhagen

0417 098 255

midnthcoastcoordinator@bmwtcnsw.org.au

South Coast Tony Schmidt 0407 494 229

sthcoastcoordinator@bmwtcnsw.org.au

Central West No current officer centralwestcoordinator@bmwtcnsw.org.au

South Coast TBA

North Coast Damien O'Toole 0419 296 939

nthcoastregister@bmwtcnsw.org.au

Central West No Current Officer

Sydney North Craig Hancock 0419 557 014

sydneynthregister@bmwtcnsw.org.au

Sydney South Graham Johns 0419 281 875

sydneysthregister@bmwtcnsw.org.au

Sydney West

Monthly Club Meetings

Held at 7:30pm at the Andrew Cook Hall, Toongabbie (corner Targo and Toongabbie Roads) on the last Wednesday of each month

(except for December)

Sydney Social Sip

Held at 6:00pm on the last Wednesday of each month. Members gather at the Toongabbie Hotel for a chat and something to eat before

crossing the road to attend the club meeting.

South Coast Social Sip

Held anytime after 6.30pm on the 2nd Friday of the month. Members gather at the Great Southern Hotel, 95 Queen St, Berry, for a chat and

something to eat.

Newcastle Social Sip

Members gather anytime after 6pm on the last Friday of the month. At the Hexham Bowling Club for a chat and something to eat.

North Coast Breakfast & Social Sip

PORT MACQUARIE BREAKFAST Last Saturday of the month, 8:30 at The Sandbar Café, Camden Haven, The after "breakfast ride" determined over

breakfast. SOCIAL SIP Second Sunday 4.30pm Quay Lime Café and Bar, Port Marina, 18

Park St., Port Macquarie.

Organise a Ride or Event 2

Attend a Social Sip 2

Attend a Social night (Restaurant night, party, etc) 3

Attend a Maintenance Day 2

Attend a Day Ride 6

Attend a Weekend Run or Rally 10

Attend a Long Weekend Run or Rally 12

Self written Newsletter article 4

Attend a Club Meeting – City Member 4

Attend a Club Meeting – Country Member 6

Attend a Night Run 6

Classic Register Registrars

Meetings

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President’s Report It’s been almost a year now since Ian Horsburgh’s passing and I still miss the monthly phone call asking me how the President’s report is going. My heart goes out to Chrissy must for her loss. At the Far Cairn Rally last weekend we had a short candle lit vigil while Josh Evans played a short slide show he had prepared. Anybody who didn’t know Horsy was invited to remember anyone that might know who has passed away or been injured. It very special to see all the little candles we handed out twinkling on the hill. I’m sure it contributed considerably to the great vibe the rally generated.

I’d like to thank the following businesses and individuals (in no particular order) who contributed prizes for the FCR raffle:

Adventure Moto Ian Emmet

Adventure Rider Mag Tony Wilton

BikeBiz Grey Gums Café

Pro Cycles Hornsby Colo Heights Service Station Restaurant

Sydney Motorcycle Wreckers John Olive

Josh Evans Mr Mobile Their support was invaluable to the success of the fundraising. Special thanks to Ian Emmet (who was unable to attend) for contacting sponsors and other legwork, Rob Edgar aka trophy builder extraordinaire and sponsor legwork and Josh Evans who continues to keep us entertained every year. This year at the rally we also handed over a big cheque to Ken Lovegrove of MARI Australia, covering funds raised at the last three FCRs and held over until something practical was happening rather than it disappear into a research budget. When Bob has run the numbers and we get the nett profit from last weekend’s FCR worked out, there will be another cheque to follow.

Don’t forget the Show Day and Zundschlussel Run on 11 October (the weekend after the long weekend). Trevor Dean has been working hard with the BMW Drivers Club to make this a happening thing. Please note, you must register to enter this event, it makes it easier for organization and entry to the grounds on the day. Registration for bikes is $5, not exactly a princely sum so if you can’t make it because of breakdown, weather, sewer blockages or the cat dying you aren’t going to be zillions of dollars out of pocket. Subscribing to the newsletter is not the same and at my request the Drivers Club has improved the bmweventnsw.com.au web page to make the registration link more obvious. Please come along and make it a great day.

The 50th Dinner is drawing closer. Last conversation with Marie she indicated few motel rooms were left but plenty of cabin accommodation still available. Entry and invite forms are included in this newsletter. Please follow the instructions and if anything is as clear as mud please call Marie or myself. Note that accommodation as well as dinner bookings are made through the club. This should be a great night and quite a few long term members have booked already.

I was already in for miles of ribbing for buying British, but with gearbox selection problems with the XC making me a DNF for the ride home from Tottenham on Sunday I guess I'm in for lots more. Thanks to Ian, Sam, Dave, Marge, Marie, Al and especially Woz for help and support. My bike is on agistment at Chateaux Barlow until next Sunday when I can head up with my ute. Ta Postie for the phone call offering help for the rescue mission. Thanks to everyone I can still say I had a great weekeend.

Dave Povey got walloped from behind on the Golden Hwy while turning right. Luckily bruises and scrapes are all he sustained after initially being knocked out for 20 minutes. Fortunately Paul was there with him and he had plenty of help. Paul says the driver was distraught at what he had done and remorseful. Dave is up and about already but sadly his well-sorted Wozza-improved NX650 is a write off. Wanna buy an 800XC Dave? A shame really this happened because he had been enjoying a great weekend of riding until then. Safe Riding in October everyone! Al Peters

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The Barlow “Arsesaver” TM as installed on the rack of Wozza’s bike to get me home. Shown with it’s proud inventors. Much more comfortable than it looks I can say.

BMWTCNSW August 2015 Meeting Minutes Chairperson – Al Peters

Meeting opened - 7.48pm

Apologies – I Emmet, I Berry, M Goodwin

J Visser, J Rayner

Visitors – Rowan Turner

New Members - Micheal Sara

Correspondence - BMWOCQld newsletter

CAMS affiliation Invite

President’s Report – Condolences to T Hooker with passing of Ruth.

Purchased new laptop for Club and set up with Bala

Working on 50th

Vice President’s report – reminder that 2 months lead time is required for

calendar entries to make newsletter

Secretary’s Report – no report

Treasurer’s Report – received new laptop and getting to grips with club

accounts

Healthy bank balance

Membership Report – 2 new members, names not available at meeting

Editor’s Report – Tough job last for Sept newsletter due to variety of

picture formats

Seeking volunteer for Oct newsletter

Regalia – no report

Assets and Archives – no report

Clubs Australia – BMW to support Show and Zunderschussel Run

Will be launching new 3 series at show

Sending staffer to assist with show and run

Webmaster – no report

Public Officer – investigating potential roadside assistance scheme

investigating potential alternative PL

insurance provider

looking for ideas on membership retention

seeking interested parties in constitution

committee formation

looking at methods of improving club record

keeping

MCC delegate report – left notes at home (and the dog ate

his homework!!)

Emergency phones for the Oxley Hwy

in the pipeline

Notice of M4 closure on Sunday night

Past Events – Hat Rally, good attendance, 7 members

attended

Farm Stay, well attended by /Hunter group, hilly campsite,

good times had

Coming events – FCR 18, 19 20 Sept

Show Day and Zunderschussel Run 11 Oct, registration

necessary, see website, marshals and other volunteers

needed.

General Business – minor stuff but as the President was

running meeting and taking minutes he forgot to record this.

Apologies AP.

Meeting Closed – 9.16pm

Dave Povey shares pillow talk with a couple of Amboe. Jokes aside we are very relieved Dave is well.

New Club Regalia Stickers are back in stock for $2 New Club logo enamel badges $10 Both items available at meetings or from Mick Furchert

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OCTOBER

Sat 3rd –

Mon 5th

Long weekend camp. At Burraga Dam, pack a fishing rod, very basic supplies in Burraga village, Sport and Rec club for refreshments.

Marie Pennykid

0428 393093 10

Fri 9th South Coast Social Sip Great Southern Hotel 95 Queen St, Berry (6:30 2nd Friday of the month)

Tony Schmidt

0407 494 229 2

10th – 11th

Kosciuszko Rally at Geehi Hut campsite in the Snowy Mtns National Park. $20 includes: badge, raffle ticket and firewood. Limited BBQ catering on Sat night and a Sunday breakfast of egg ‘n’ bacon rolls with espresso coffee.

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Sun 11th

BMWTCNSW & BMW Drivers Club NSW inaugural Motorcycle and Car Show. Rushcutters Bay Park. www.bmweventnsw.com.au

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Coffee and day ride meeting 22 Patterson Road, Bolwarra. 9.00 Am for coffee. Possible ride afterwards to be decided on the day.

Cheryl

0408 074 214 2

Monthly “Social Sip”. Meet at 4.30pm at the Quay Lime Café and Bar, Port Marina, 18 Park St., Port Macquarie. (Second Sunday of the month)

Lin van

Coppenhagen 0417 098 255

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Sun 11th – Fri 16th

BMWTCNSW & BMW Drivers Club NSW Zundschlussel Run (Sydney to Melbourne) www.bmweventnsw.com.au

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Sat 17th –

Sun 18th

Coolah Camping weekend Coolah Tops National Park Fire Wood for group BBQ. As a bonus we should be able to use key to looked gate and private road entering from east end of park. From North approx. 10 km of good dirt road. Should be great weekend. Meeting at 10.00 AM Jerries Plains

Rob Tiedeman

0427 777 461 10

Sat 24th Breakfast at 8.30 Sandbar café, North Haven. The “after breakfast ride” to be determined over breakfast

Lin van

Coppenhagen

0417 098 255

2

Sat 24th -Sun 25th

Pub Run to Rockley. For bookings please phone Club House Hotel

Rockley 02 6337 9203 (Leanne or Tom – the owner). 10 rooms available including 7 doubles, 1 room with 5 singles, 1 room with 4 singles & 1 room with 2 singles. Dining room open Saturday night; Rear of building parking; About $60pp including continental breakfast.

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Wed 28th Club Meeting 7:30pm. Please join us for dinner before the meeting at Toongabbie Hotel from 6:00pm

Alan Peters

0414 660 890 4/6*

Thurs 29th Hunter Social Sip: Hexham Bowling club 6.00 PM for Drinks and Chinese dinner from around 6pm (last Thurs of the month)

Rob Tiedeman

0427 777 461 2

30/10 – 2/11

Thunder Rally. Held by the Ducati Owners Club NSW at Sheba Dams near Nundle

Rob Tiedeman 0427 777 461

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NOVEMBER

Sat 7th 50th Anniversary Dinner Anniversary at Wallerawang (Near Lithgow) The clubs 50 years old worth celebrating

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Sun 8th

Coffee and day ride meeting 22 Patterson Road, Bolwarra. 9.00 Am for coffee. Possible ride afterwards to be decided on the day.

Cheryl 0408 074 214

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Monthly “Social Sip”. Meet at 4.30pm at the Quay Lime Café and Bar, Port Marina, 18 Park St., Port Macquarie. (Second Sunday of the month)

Lin van Coppenhagen

0417 098 255

2

Fri 13th South Coast Social Sip Great Southern Hotel 95 Queen St, Berry (6:30 2nd Friday of the month)

Tony Schmidt

0407 494 229 2

Sat 14th Lunch ride to Taralga, visit the Southern Tablelands Vintage Farm Field Days,

Alan Pennykid 0427393093

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Sat 21st – Sun 22nd

Warbirds at Temora. Camping with Mick Moriarty, more info to come

Mick Moriarty 0427018715

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Wed 25th Club Meeting 7:30pm. Please join us for dinner before the meeting at Toongabbie Hotel from 6:00pm

Alan Peters 0414 660 890

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Thurs 26th Hunter Social Sip: Hexham Bowling club 6.00 PM for Drinks and Chinese dinner from around 6pm (last Thurs of the month)

Rob Tiedeman

0427 777 461 2

Sat 28th Breakfast at 8.30 Sandbar café, North Haven. The “after breakfast ride” to be determined over breakfast

Lin van

Coppenhagen

0417 098 255

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4/6* City members attending a club meeting receive 4 points, country members receive 6 points

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THE R100S

As it was with the original owners Daughter on board

Back in February Craig Ward from Katoomba sent an email to the club offering his late father in-law’s R100S. Quick off the mark I sent him a text and secured the old girl for $1000.

As it Came

Gwenny and I travelled to Newcastle to pick the bike up from Phil’s mother in law. She was very sad to see her late husband’s bike go as it was the last of his former possessions. He had passed away only three months before so I was pleased to offer her money for it.

The bike is an 8/1976 R100S, engine number 6060264 and was last registered in 1994 and had been sitting in the shed since then so there was some concern about rusty bores etc. Unfounded as it turns out.

All I really got was the basic bike with 32,000 Km showing on the clock (second time around maybe?) without a seat base, exhaust system or fairing but it came with the original books, tool kit and an “as-new” set of big Krauser panniers.

Searching Gumtree I found and bought the remnants of a 1984 R100 RT from a guy in Bungendore who was stripping it to make a café racer. I sold the fairings and panniers, donated the tank to Wozza (needs lots of work) and scored a set of Staintunes, a seat, front guard, crash bars and a few of the other small bits I needed.

R100 RT Bits

I removed the heads and sent them to Ray Peake in Queensland. He installed unleaded compatible valve seats and an extra spark plug holes for the classic “Twin Plugging”.

New Ignition, Gaskets and Reconditioned Heads

I decided to replace the points with an electronic ignition system. Best advice from the Queensland boys was to install the 26 degree Red Centre system to match the Twin Plugs along with suitable coils and to set the timing on the old girl to TDC. I also replaced the Diode board and mounted it on solid mounts and installed a new solid state voltage regulator.

I didn’t have an original fairing so I bought a fibreglass replica and a new screen from “Screens for Bikes”. I decided to mount the fairing differently to the way BMW installed the original one to enable it to be removed more easily and to make it more stable.

The forks were removed and sent to Radchrome in Brisbane to be straightened and re-chromed. New internals and felt seals in the dust boots were fitted to complete the restoration.

Using an original additional top fork plate I fabricated a top fork brace to sit under, and be bolted to, the original top plate and installed a stainless steel sheet metal

lower fork brace off the RT. These bikes are renowned for their front end instability so I’m hopeful these measures will improve it.

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New Members

Keong Chow, Greg Small, Harry Criticos, Rowan Turner, Garry Collis, Trevor Sadler

Fabricated Fork Brace

Master Cylinder Handlebar Conversion Kit

Other bits I’ve replaced include;

Steering head bearings;

Stainless steel push rod tubes;

New BMW Roundels (One of the things I cant buy is an original R100S seat badge so I’ll have to use a reproduction sticker)

Carbie kits;

New brake lines with braided ones;

A handle bar conversion to get the master cylinder out from under the tank;

New drive shaft bolts;

Brake calliper repair kits and pads;

New header pipes;

A new battery;

New wider handle bars;

A new set of stainless steel spokes for the wheels;

I also shouted the old girl a new set of original Fiamm Hi-Lo tone horns.

Most of the bits were sourced from either, Ray Peake, (who has been very generous with his technical assistance), John Olive, Motobins and Munich Motorcycles in Perth W.A.

The biggest job has turned out to be the painting. I selected the original three part paint (Base coat, colour then clear) similar to that BMW put on it. The tank was fairly knocked around. Just as I had fished priming it the bloody thing fell off the saw horse landing on its head putting a rather large dent in it which had to be repaired. Back to square one. Bugger.

Getting a sunny day in Canberra in the middle of winter to enable me to paint it was a challenge. When I source a better tank I’ll paint it again.

On starting the engine I was pleasantly surprised how smoothly and quietly it ran. I checked the cam followers etc when the barrels were off and they were in great condition. I kept the old rings and pistons and gave the bores a light lick with the cylinder hone.

Of course I fell for the two thousand “O” ring trap discovering what that funny shim and “O” ring were in the gasket set when there was little or no oil pressure on start up (thanks Wozz for steering me to the advice on the internet).

I originally had trouble getting it to fire on two cylinders until after a long process of elimination I discovered I had bent the “Can” that goes over the electronic ignition Hall Effect sensors slightly. Simple fix but hard to find.

This has been a big job and has become something of an obsession. I’ve spent all the money I got for selling the FJR and a fair bit more. I plan to make the bike my daily ride so I’ve fitted 50/50 Enduro tyres so I can use it on good dirt as well.

Job Done

At the end of it all I’ve ended up with a spare R80 mono-shock ST/GS frame, Instruments of an 84 R100 RT and a few other small bits and bobs that I’ll be happy to part with.

George Scarfe (Scarfie)

FAR CAIRN RALLY 2015

Waiting for the movies to start

The Candelabra

Why we were there

The Fire

Gerry and Mara Bloemens R1150GSA/Ural outfit

A bike that caught JVs eye

Pictures courtesy of John Visser.

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Above : The Hunter connection arrive, it was good to see Trevor Hooker out and about. Thanks to Mal, Marie, Marge and all the others who helped out. The marquis doing sterling work again as the reception tent. They give our rallies a professional look. Left: Movers of MARI Woz and Ken. Below Left: Another batch of great looking trophys made by rob Edgar. The look so good they make me want to be a trophy hunter! Luckily the hard luck award went to just a broken sidecover.

The 2015 Far Cairn Rally had 151 official entrants and grossed over $4000 at the gate and through the raffle. There were 50 pre-entries. Bob Madell has his work cut out for him working out how much profit we are able to send to MARI this year. While not a record turnout the mellow and happy crowd made for a really great vibe. Once again the weather was nice to us and the sunsets spectacular. Pictures: Josh Evans

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More Pics from Josh;

Presenting the big cheque for $8925 to Ken. The crowd on the hill and Possum camera and notebook in hand doing his thing. The vigil for Ian and other fallen riders. Very moving, a lovely minute with Josh’ slide show.

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The BMW S 1000 XR – all good things come in fours.

Following on from the S 1000 RR and HP4 superbikes as well as the S 1000 R roadster, BMW Motorrad is now unveiling the fourth member in the BMW Motorrad line-up of high-power motorcycles with straight-four-cylinder engines and a distinctly sporty bias. Building on the tantalising and unique mix of innovative technology, performance and safety already inherent to the existing models in this series, BMW Motorrad has taken the next step by bringing out the S 1000 XR, which offers this repertoire of core characteristics in a brand-new blend dubbed “adventure sport”. This encompasses dynamic touring qualities, sporty performance and high levels of comfort as well as outstanding everyday usability. In short, the new S 1000 XR serves up its own individual mix of sporting and touring flair at the same time as injecting a generous dose of emotion. General Manager, BMW Motorrad Australia, Tony Sesto, believes the launch of the new BMW S 1000 XR will provide further growth for the brand locally. “BMW Motorrad is going from strength to strength in Australia, driven by the extension of our product range and the innovative technology that is standard in each and every Motorrad bike,” Sesto said. “The new S 1000 XR will deliver more riding thrills than ever and introduce BMW Motorrad to a whole new audience. Its unique character blends sporting performance with an adventurous spirit, and is another model we are proud to present to two-wheel enthusiasts.”

Straight-four-cylinder engine for punchy adventure sport performance.

The straight-four-cylinder engine on the new BMW S 1000 XR is basically derived from the S 1000 R roadster. It has an output of 118 kW (160 hp) at 11,000 rpm and generates maximum torque of 112 Nm (83 lb-ft) at 9,250 rpm. This power unit produces torque in abundance, making it ideal for providing the punchy response at low and medium revs that riders seek when powering along

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country roads or carrying a passenger. The straight-four-cylinder unit combines tremendous pulling power and exhilarating acceleration with a high peak output, while offering the rider a usable rev range that spans over 10,000 rpm. This makes it just as adept at highly pleasurable touring as it is at sporty rides down winding country roads or holiday trips complete with passenger and luggage.

Two riding modes and ASC as standard as well as the option of Pro riding modes including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and ABS Pro.

To enable the riding characteristics to be adapted to the prevailing road conditions as effectively as possible, the new S 1000 XR already comes with the “Rain” and “Road” riding modes as standard. The standard-fit Automatic Stability Control (ASC) ensures a high standard of riding safety by optimising traction. The new S 1000 XR can be equipped ex- works with the Pro riding modes option, which includes the additional riding modes “Dynamic” and “Dynamic Pro” along with Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and ABS Pro.

Innovative chassis with a new frame and Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension

Adjustment) as an option.

The chassis of the new S 1000 XR adventure sport bike is every bit as impressive as the ferocious power delivery of the four-in-line engine. Based on this model series’ existing design, it employs an aluminium-alloy perimeter frame in which the engine forms part of the load- bearing structure. Wheel suspension at the front and rear is handled by an adjustable upside- down fork and a double-sided swing arm with adjustable central spring strut respectively. The chassis geometry has been completely redefined in order to cater to the specific requirements of the XR. When fitted with the optional electronically controlled suspension system BMW Motorrad Dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment), meanwhile, the new S 1000 XR takes riding safety, performance and comfort to even greater heights, while also promising adventure sport at its very finest.

ABS Pro available ex-works as part of the Pro riding modes option for even greater safety when braking in a banked position.

Whereas the standard ABS systems from BMW Motorrad to date have ensured an excellent standard of safety when braking while moving in a straight line, the optionally available ABS Pro feature now goes a step further to make braking while cornering safer as well by enabling ABS-assisted braking in a banked position. In such situations, ABS Pro prevents the wheels from locking up even when the brakes are applied sharply. This reduces abrupt changes in steering force, especially in response to panic braking, and thereby limits any undesirable righting of the bike. ABS Pro offers riders the benefit of increased braking and riding stability combined with optimum stopping power, even in corners.

The new S 1000 XR – style and function for both sport and adventuring.

The new BMW S 1000 XR fuses the characters and strengths of the BMW Motorrad GS, Touring and Sport models on a visual level as well to create a new breed of motorcycle tagged “adventure sport”. This is clearly mirrored in every design element and combines with the flawless ergonomics, ingenious wind and weather protection as well as the 20 – 30 mm increase in spring travel and greater ground clearance to make an impressive statement. Whether it is mountain passes, a tour of the countryside, motorway riding or even rough sections of road – the new S 1000 XR handles it all with aplomb.

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Regalia Club Polo shirts - Blue $20.00 Zip up Polar Fleece jackets $50.00 Club Beanies $15.00 Bucket Hats $18.00 Tea Towels-priceless Contact Mick Furchert

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50th Anniversery Dinner and Accomodation

Booking Form

Please note RVSP Date is 25 October

Motel rooms cost $130 for 2 people and accommodate a maximum of 3 with a surcharge of $10.Cost for 2ppl is $130 and

$140 for 3 ppl. Motel rooms MUST BE PAID IN FULL when booking. A motel room would be recommended for a

couple that wants a bit of privacy.

Cabins and Villas can accommodate up to 15 people in double and bunk beds. The price varies from $180 to

$220 per cabin, which includes 3 ppl and there is a surcharge of $50 per extra person. To maximise the number

of people we accommodate onsite through sharing we suggest when you form a group you nominate an

organisor. They can either book and pay for the group, or you pay individually with your own form. A deposit

of $60 per person is payable on booking. The total cost perperson will be calclated when the final number of

occupants is known. You will be asked to either pay extra or be refunded on the night ( expected to be a small

sum).

Apologies for making it slightly complex but the cost to you depends on the the level of occupancy in a cabin.

If you have no preferences we can stick you in anywhere.

Name/s

For Cabin/Villa bookings; Group organisor is:

I want to book: Motel Room cost $130 extra person YES/NO cost $10

Double Room in Cabin/Villa For : people deposit $60pp

Cabin/Villa bunk bed For : people deposit $60pp

Dinner Bookings MEMBERS For : people cost $35pp

Dinner Bookings NON-MEMBERS For : people cost $55pp

Please pass a copy of the invite and order form to any past members or other interested

people. Forms can also be downloaded from the club website www.bmwtcnsw.org.au

If you have any interesting photos or video for display on the night please contact

Alan Pennykid on 0427393093.

please put "50thyoursurname" as your transaction description.

Payment Method : CASH / CHEQUE / MONEY ORDER / DIRECT DEPOSIT (preferred)

Direct Deposit: BMW Touring Club of NSW Inc. Westpac BSB 032-173 Account 406259

Total number of people this booking form is for :

Please read the instructions carefully. If you have any queries please call Marie Pennykid on 0428393093.

Return forms by mail: BMWTCNSW PO BOX 549 Ermington NSW 1700 or

email : membership@bmwtcnsw.org.au

TOTAL PAYMENT:

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BMW TOURING Club of NSW 50th Anniversary Dinner

7 November 2015 You are cordially invited to attend the Club’s 50th Anniversary Dinner to be held at the

Black Gold Motel’s Crib Room Restaurant at Wallerawang.

Dinner from 7.00pm

All Current, Past members and Friends of the Club welcome

Members and their Partners $35 per person Non-members $55 per person

For 2 course buffet dinner and buffet breakfast

We look forward to you joining us to celebrate this auspicious occasion.

RSVP by 25 October 2015 Accommodation is at cost, at the Black Gold Motel. Bookings to be made

through the Club, see the booking form for details and prices. Very Important: dinner and accommodation deposit must be paid to secure your

booking. To assist the organisers and the Black and Gold Motel please finalise your booking ASAP.

Black Gold Motel & Country Cabins, 121 Main St. Wallerawang, NSW View the rooms: http://blackgoldcabins.com.au

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BMW MOTORCYCLE AND CAR SHOW DAY

BMW TOURING CLUB OF NSW SUNDAY 11th October 2015 The BMW Touring Club of NSW is holding a combined motorcycle and car BMW Show Day in conjunction with the BMW Drivers Club in Sydney on Sunday 11th October 2015. The venue is Rushcutters Bay on Sydney Harbour. We have reserved an area for 200 BMWs. All BMW motorcycles are welcome to be displayed. There is an entry form attached to the website for the BMW Show Day. The BMW Show Day is followed by the Zündschlüssel Run leaving from the BMW Show Day and travelling to Jamberoo down the coast road to Melbourne. All BMW Motorcycles are welcome on the Zündschlüssel Run. It finishes on Friday 16 October in Melbourne. There will be overnight stops at Jamberoo, Narooma, Mallacoota and Sale. There is a display of classic BMWs on Sunday 18th October at the Moto GP on Phillip Island. Zündschlüssel is the ignition key for all early BMW motorcycles. We would love to see as many of these BMW motorcycles at the BMW Show Day and on the Zündschlüssel Run. The details of the BMW Show Day and the Zündschlüssel Run to Melbourne following the event are on the website: www.bmweventnsw.com.au Please review the information on the website and subscribe to the newsletter to obtain updates of the events. We are seeking BMW motorcycles for International Delegates who are participating on the Run. Please contact Trevor Dean for any further information on the events. bmwcadelegate@bmwtcnsw.org.au

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Warren Buffett - Nomination for Life Membership of BMWTCNSW I would like to put to the members the nomination of Warren Buffet for consideration for Life Membership. I nominated Warren for Life Membership in writing in November 2014 and specifically requested that the award be presented at the 50th anniversary dinner in 2015 as I considered this was the appropriate occasion.

Warren is the epitome of a member who deserves this award for his continued exceptional efforts for the BMWTCNSW.

The criteria for the consideration of eligibility for nomination to life membership of the club consists of a requirement to be a financial member for a minimum of 15 consecutive years and to be a member of the club who has made a significant ongoing contribution to the club and it’s running.

Warren certainly fulfils all the requirements as well as those above and beyond serving as a committee member. He joined the club early in 2000 and was immediately involved and was awarded the Most Active New Member in 2000. He won City Clubman of the Year 5 times from 2005-2007 and 2012, 2013. The BMWTC is very good at snapping up new, keen and enthusiastic members. Warren was elected as Vice President of the Club in 2003. This was a precursor to him being elected as President in 2004 and 2005.

He was heavily involved in the committees to assist the coordination of the 2 rallies run by BMWTCNSW. He designed and manufactured wonderful trophies from BMW motorcycle parts for the Rally Awards for KRR from 2004 to 2014 and for FCR from 2007 to 2014. His hands on attitude helped in the fit out of the club trailer during his period as Assets and Archives Officer.

I think it is fantastic that BMWTC nurtures and encourages such talent and then rewards it. Warren was awarded the Peter Dennis Memorial Award in 2004 and 2008. Peter Dennis passed away when he was the president of the BMWTC. The President's Award, inaugurated in 1989 was named in his honour and is given to the person selected by the president for the most contribution to the club for that year.

Warren was also the club delegate to the Motorcycle Council of NSW for 11 years from 2003 to 2013. The MCC was a great advocate for improvements for the motorcycling community in this period. They championed improvements in a number of fields: - Free & improved parking for motorcycles in the Sydney CBD - Annual Motorcycle Awareness Week - Advice on legislation relating to exhaust labelling and reintroduction of front number plates. - Reviewed CTP Green Slips for motorcycles and are now working to reduce the costs. - Increased advertising from the RTA for motorcycle awareness. - Obtained representation on the Helmets Australian Standards Committee and on the Road Barriers Australian Standards Committee He also served as Vice Chairman of MCC in 2005 and 2006. He has undertaken the role of compiling the historical records of the club. This includes recording the lists of committee position holders over the 50 years of the club and collating newsletters for the club archives.

Warren is a thoroughly decent fellow who has time to listen and relate to people. He has an understated determination and has been empathetic in seeking out those in need.

I am happy to propose a motion to the September 2015 meeting that Warren Buffett be considered for the award of Life Membership to the BMW Touring Club of

NSW. Trevor Dean International Delegate, BMW Clubs Australia

While he might hang out with a couple Woz is definitely no dummy!!

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APPLICATION FOR NEW MEMBERSHIP / RENEWAL OF MEMBERSHIP

BMW Touring Club of New South Wales Incorporated

(Incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act, 1984)

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The BMW Touring Club of NSW was founded in 1965, with an initial membership of 15.

The aim of the club is to provide a social medium for BMW riders and motorcycle touring. It is not necessary for you to own a BMW motorcycle to join the

club. There are a wide range of activities throughout the year, ranging from regular day rides, rallies (local, interstate and other BMW club rallies), runs with interstate

BMW clubs and camping weekends. We have gained a large number of trophies from our attendance at rallies. The club also has regular maintenance days (where

you can tap into a vast range of knowledge from our members). We have spare parts available at a slight discount for members and a variety of special tools for use

when servicing, repairing or replacing components. We also have social evenings, an annual presentation night/dinner and a Christmas party. The club encourages

family involvement in all events.

NEW and PRESENT members Current Membership Number: __________

I,__________________________________________________and____________________________________

(full name of applicant) (additional person/s) of___________________________________________________________________Postcode: ____________

Preferred Phone No’s: 1)_________________________ 2)____________________________

E-Mail address: ___________________________Motorcycle/s Make, Model & Year:____________________ I hereby apply to join/renew my membership of the above named incorporated association & I agree to be bound by the rules of the club.

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NEW MEMBERS ONLY: If an existing member introduced you: Introduced by:__________________________________

New Application / Renewal and /or Joint Application (please circle one)

New member joining fee $ 10.00 (+ Annual Membership Fee)

Annual Membership fee $ 50.00 per year (city or country membership)

Subsidised ‘T’ shirt $ 10.00 SINGLE MEMBERSHIP SIZE_________

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Total amount payable $ _______

MAIL TO: BMW TOURING CLUB of NSW PO Box 549 ERMINGTON NSW 1700

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FOR DIRECT DEPOSIT… BSB# 032 173 ACCOUNT# 40-6259

Please quote ‘MEMBERSHIP’ and & YOUR NAME when making your transfer.

Please POST, or SCAN & EMAIL THIS FORM to the MEMBERSHIP SEC, so your DEPOSIT can

be RECONCILED, your ‘T’ SHIRT ORDER NOTED, and your DETAILS UPDATED NOTE 1. All membership fees are due by 1st July each year. NOTE 2. Membership not renewed by 1st August will be considered as a resignation of membership OPTIONAL : Do you wish to download the magazine from the Club web-site?…….………..…………….…..… Yes/No Do you wish to receive the magazine hard copy by Mail?......................................................Yes/No Do you have a First Aid Certificate ……………………………………………………………………………………..Yes/No If NO are you interested in attending a First Aid Certificate Course for Bike Riders……….……Yes/No Would you like to be on the Club Hospitality List ……………………………………………………………….Yes/No Name (e.g. John & Julie) Location (Town or Area) State Phone no./s S A M D kms Comments

(S) Social stop, cuppa etc (A) Accommodation (M) Mechanical Assistance (D) Distance prepared to travel to assist (C) Trailer, alt phone etc.

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