Secretary ~ Eric Eads

   Well, we have another Summer under our belt. Now we have the Fall riding season to celebrate. Cool,comfortable riding for a few weeks until we get that nasty snow.

   This months news, The Federal Trade Commission alleges Harley Davidson restricted consumers right to repair their bikes. The Congressional Motorcycle Caucus increased by 39%, {11 new members} thanks to MRF members annual trip to DC in May. Dr. Dan Patterson of SMARTER discussed the increase in motorcycle fatalities last year in USA today. He blames the increase on helmet repeal in numerous Midwestern States. We are still getting hosed by the insurance companies. Michigan still has some of the highest rates in the country.

   The U.K. will ban the sale of all fossil fuel motorcycles by 2035. Cars and vans that run solely on fossil fuels will be banned by 2030. I guess the ban on fossil fueled motorcycles will go into effect in California in 2035 as well. Hopefully they get their lack of available electricity for charging EV sorted out by then.

   Last chance to run for the board, or submit a by-law change.

   Unless your Region has made arrangements with the State Treasurer, all region bank accounts need to be $1500 or less by October 10th.

   The ABATE calendars will be ready by October 1st. You can call me or text me to get yours. Price will be 15.00. I will have some at the RC/LO meeting in Saginaw too so you can get one there as well.

      If your Region, or any individuals would like to make a Legislate Supporter, or Awareness Supporter donation for $100 or more, and get a year rocker, get you money to me by the end of the year.

   This months Awareness donations are Stacey Strohmer and Sylester Schilling.

    Have a good fall riding season.

Metal membership cards.
Life Memberships cards are gold, and regular membership cards are white.
$5.00 each
Contact Sally: 734 972-7134

or Eric: 269 435-2058 to place your order.