April 2013

President Gene Walker 5531 Lardon Rd NE Salem, OR 97305-3248 (503) 428-6641 (503) 371-4363 Vice President Gary Kelley 20000 NE Jaquith Rd Newberg, OR 97132-6694 (503) 537-0802 (503) 860-6442 garyk@amcaotc.org Treasurer Tom Ruttan 3761 SW Olson Ct Lake Oswego, OR 97034 (503) 638-1746 tgruttan@earthlink.net Secretary Shannon Kelley 20000 NE Jaquith Rd Newberg, OR 97132-6694 (503) 537-0802 (503) 784-0760 shannonk@wildriders.org

March Meeting Minutes

Gary called the meeting to order at 2:03 Attendees: Paul, TomK, Bruce, Pat and Gary. Gene and TomR were on vacation and Shannon was coaching her Rugby team. Correspondence: Shannon sent our State corporation papers and payment to Salem. We are a State of Oregon non-profit corporation. Treasurer Report: TomR was on a white sand beach in Hawaii, so... no report. Gary did mention with no new revenue and very few expenses the Club's bank balance remains essentially the same as last month. Old Business: Preparations for the 2013 Road Run continue. Arrangements have been finalized with River Bend. Registration is open. See the website for details. Gary is soliciting volunteers to fill these roles: Sweep truck and trailer (3-bike) Thursday evening snack meal (prepare and serve) Donuts Friday and Saturday Morning (we have a source identified) Coffee/Tea/Juice Friday and Saturday Morning Friday Lunch (location/reservations) Friday Dinner (prepare and serve) Daily snacks / Cooler stocking, icing Filled positions: Road Captain - Tom Krise Registration and Run Packets - Bruce Reichelt Drinks/Saturday Banquet - Shannon Kelley Wagon Master - Gary Kelley Awards MC - Gene Walker TomK will prepare maps/directions for proposed run routes to publish on the website for member comment. New Business: Gene was advised we've been selected for a 2014 National Road Run event. Dates are July 17~19 2014. We'd like member suggestions on locations and volunteers to help over-worked officers plan and execute another National. We need to select a site quickly (April/May 2013) to ensure adequate space for both RV and Hotel guests. Announcements: Gary just completed a refresh of the OTC website. Gary would like everyone to take a look at the new site. If you find anything wrong, drop Gary an email. Pat advised us that during a recent dance marathon he and Carol competed in, Carol suffered injuries making it difficult for her to tango or get around effectively. Let's all wish Carol a speedy recovery as Dancing With the Stars auditions are rapidly approaching. Gary adjourned the meeting at 2:30PM.

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April Business Meeting Agenda

The April Business Meeting is being held at the Texaco station in Brooks Saturday, April 13, 2013. Topics well discuss: Review of March meeting minutes Treasurers report 2013 Road Run Committee Report 2014 Road Run locations New Business Business Meetings are where we discuss issues important to Chapter operation. Your thoughts are needed to make decisions for the future. As always, we hope to see you there.

Upcoming Events
Check out these upcoming antique and vintage motorcycle events. See our Events page for additional information.
Date April 13 April 20 April 28 May 11 May 18 - 19 May 26 Event OTC Business Meeting Brooks OR WVM Swap Meet Mt Vernon, WA Classic & Vintage Show & Swap Tsawwassen, BC OTC Business Meeting Brooks OR OVM Ride, Show and Swap Meet Benton Co Fairgrounds Corvallis OR Ishi Chapter Show and Swap Chico CA (see cover page)

Evergreen Chapter Road Run

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Langlitz Leathers A Portland Icon

When: Saturday, April 27th, 2013 10AM Where: Museum Display Building, Brooks, OR Presenter: Dave Hansen & Judy Langlitz Hansen Ross Langlitz was an ardent motorcyclist who in 1947 decided to open his own leather garment shop that focused on high quality custom motorcycle gear. Ross was relatively successful in the early years, and in a couple decades the shop was running smoothly and ready for the Golden Age of Motorcycling of the 1970s. Ross retired in the mid-1980s, but left the shop in the hands of his daughter (Jackie) and son-in-law (Dave). For the past 3 decades they have endeavored to run Langlitz Leathers as Ross intended....not too big as to get out of hand, and not so small that it would have major problems sustaining itself. Ross' goal of producing The World's Finest Motorcycle Leathers has been reached, and his reputation has traveled around the world as the ultimate in motorcycle gear. Though this small company was founded in Portland, and remains located in the same place it has for over 4 decades, it is well known around the world. Many of their customers are in Asia, and Europe, as well as here in America....but its heart is here on 25th and Division Street. It is not a fancy facility, as one can immediately see once they enter the shop. Its primary focus is building top quality leathers and offering first class service to those who come great distances for its leathers. Interestingly, a customer can stand in one place and order a custom set of leathers. He can also be measured, see where his leathers will be cut and the area where they will be sewn....all without moving from that spot!

Furthermore, the shop found that good customer care is far better than advertising. In this day of modern conveniences, they do not even have a telephone menu....each phone call is answered by a real person capable of helping the customer. Now that the second generation is retiring, the third generation (Judy) is continuing the family tradition. In short, Langlitz Leathers represents the way business used to be done in America, and they continue doing likewise today. Please join us to hear Dave and Judy present the history of one of Portlands most iconic and famous institutions. Langlitz Leathers is a major part of Portlands motorcycle history and a world famous maker of high quality leather goods. More Information? Contact: Tom Ruttan

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1913 Indian Twin

The 1913 Indian 61 Twin motorcycle was typical of the performance bargains available in the early 20th Century. Indian had offered its first V-twin in 1907, a 40-cubic-inch (633-cc) with atmospheric intake valves, which were common at the time. By 1913, the engine had grown to 61 cubic inches and boasted overhead intake and side exhaust valves. Though standard models had but a single speed, a two-speed transmission was available as an option. Indian built singles during this period as well, but the V-twin accounted for 90 percent of the company's production. It's not difficult to see why: In 1913, for example, a four-horsepower single cost $200, while a seven-horsepower twin went for $250. That was clearly more bang for the buck. New for 1913 was a "Cradle Spring Frame" that incorporated the world's first swing arm rear suspension system--though it was somewhat different in design than what is seen today. When the rear wheel encountered a bump, two vertical rods actuated a pair of leaf springs attached to the frame beneath the seat. This joined a conventional (at least for Indian) trailinglink front fork that worked in a similar fashion. For those suspicious of the new technology, a rigid frame remained available. Braking was accomplished with an internal shoe/external band rear brake, which incidentally conformed to Britain's "dual brake" requirement for motorcycles sold in that country--though it might not have been exactly what the Brits had in mind.

OTC Forum Classifieds

By Our Members 1951 FL, 3 speed and reverse with 1941 sidecar. Very nice outfit, runs great, fresh rebuilt Linkert, interior of sidecar in nice shape, spare tire on the sidecar. Email gene@roguehawg.com for more information and pictures or call 541-944-7641. 2 Scouts for sale. 45-inch in a 741 frame. Needs finishing with wiring and misc stuff to get it running. Painted a beautiful, $1500.00, 2-tone blue. 52-inch in a 741 frame. Has vertical twin front forks and wheel, TT warrior rear wheel and Jr. Scout tanks. Contact Ben Beberness, bbeberness@aol.com

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