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 Members of the D & D Cycles riding club participating in the annual Christmas Toy Run sponsored by ABATE.
THE BRITISH LINE II
D&D CYCLES RAT PACK
“THE JOLLY HOOLIGANS”
Newsletter for owners and enthusiasts of Triumph
and Other British Iron, and European Motorcycles
Sponsored by D&D Cycles, Inc., Pensacola, Florida
Telephone: (850) 456-0354 or Fax (850) 456-0402
Web Site: www.danddcycles.com
JULY/AUGUST 2010
Big Cheese: “Dink” McLendon at D&D Cycles
Vice Big Cheese/Chancellor of the Exchequer: Julie McLendon
The Scribe: Julie McLendon sales@danddcycles.com
1st SATURDAY OF MONTH DINNER RIDE SCHEDULED!!
The First Saturday of the month Dinner Ride has now been scheduled for AUGUST 7. Plan to leave D & D Cycles on Saturday, August 7, at about 3:00 when we close, gassed up and ready to go. Then, we'll have a group ride to Ace's Fillin' Station Restaurant in Milton @ 6583 CAROLINE STREET. Their phone number is 850-623-3611 for anyone who wants to meet us there from the east. We should arrive there about 4:00-4:30.
If anyone has questions about the weather, ride plans, route, etc., just call Julie or Jason at D & D Cycles up
to 3:00p.m. Saturday for up to the minute details.
THIRD THURSDAY DINNER MEETINGS AT GOLDEN CORRAL
We have also re-started our monthly dinner meetings at Golden Corral Restaurant on 9th Avenue in Pensacola on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
We will meet there the 3rd Thursday of each month to socialize and plan group rides. There's no requirements to attend, and you are welcome to bring a friend; whoever else you know that may be interested in riding. Golden Corral has a great buffet, and it's reasonably priced, too,
so come out and join us for some good food and socializing, and we'll be looking forward to your input on some group ride destinations and ideas!
LET'S GO RIDING!!!
We need some ideas for group rides, and we need to know if anyone would be interested in leading some of these rides.
Because of the downturn in the economy, and the oil disaster in the gulf (which has made everything even worse),
we are running a leaner ship at D & D Cycles than we have in the past.
While our service department remains fully staffed and fully
capable of handling all of our service and new bike requirements, and then some, our sales department has been running more lean than normal in terms of personnel.
This means Julie and Dink have been doing all of the new bike sales work, in addition to their normal job responsibilities. While we love every aspect of this job, it does cause us to work longer hours, and even do some new bike deliveries on evenings, Sundays and Mondays.
The good new is....if you need a new bike, and want it delivered in the evening, or on the weekend, we're ready,
willing and able to accomodate you.
The bad news is, we're usually run ragged by the weekend, and can't seem to get it together to schedule a first Saturday of the month dinner ride, or any other rides for that matter.
If there is anyone in our club who would like to take on the responsibility of scheduling, organizing and leading some group rides, we welcome the offer. There's no real job requirements other than what I've just listed. If you're interested, contact Julie at 850-456-0354.
We will continue to schedule monthly rides regardless,(weather permitting), but any help would be greatly appreciated.
Do you need a tune-up, new tires and brakes, etc? Remember to have those items checked regularly throughout the year for optimum performance and safety when you're riding. Have you had your air filter checked recently? What about a valve adjustment? All of these items go a long way in reducing fuel useage and improving your bike's performance.
HAVE YOU BEEN GETTING E-MAIL REMINDERS?
I want to keep everyone informed about upcoming rides or functions, including sales and promotions we're having. If you have not received any e-mails from us, it could be that we do not have your e-mail address, or we have it in the system incorrectly. Shoot me an e-mail to sales@danddcycles.com, with your e-mail, and I'll make sure you're added or corrected in my address book.
A word about our dinner rides; they are sanctioned by Triumph as an official RAT event, however if there is inclement weather (rain, thunderstorms, tornados, hurricanes...you get the idea) the ride will be cancelled. This is to clear up any questions as to whether a ride is still going to go on. If the weather is bad in your area, please feel free to call us at the dealership on the afternoon of the ride and we can tell you whether the ride is still on or not. Please don't call first thing Saturday morning and ask us if it will be raining that afternoon, because we're no better at forecasting our area weather than the weathermen on TV are! Just call us right before you'd normally leave for the ride, and we'll be glad to give you a heads up on the plans. And remember, all are welcome on these rides. All we ask is that you wear appropriate safety gear, and yes that does mean a helmet!.
So, again, if there is any question as to whether the dinner ride is still on, please call D&D Cycles that afternoon at 456-0354. If you decide to still go ahead and go even though the ride has officially been cancelled you are on your own.
Be sure to stop in for flyers on most events listed in our "Events" Calendar, as there is too much info to list. On that note please also check the events calendar for any upcoming rides, poker runs, etc.
SERVICE NOTES FROM DINK....
We now have a system in place for service appointments. Call ahead to schedule your service needs and most can be taken care of while you wait, or at least the same day. We
still need a "cold" bike for valve adjustments, so most of those candidates must spend the night with us, but rest assured your baby will be safe and secure in our service department overnight, where they can hang out with other
machines just like them, who may even be getting the same procedure performed.
We will always try to cause as little inconvenience to you as possible in scheduling your service needs, and this will allow us to better manage our service department time, and stay flexible for those unexpected flat tires, or last minute oil changes you may need. We will still do those on a while-you-wait basis when possible. Some services that are more extensive, such as the 12,000 and 24,000 mile services will need a full day, but in most cases, a morning drop off and evening pick up will be possible.
Our service staff is highly trained, updating their training at least once a year to stay up to date with the newest motorcycle models and technology, providing you with the most current expertise in the field.
Remember, accept no imitations when choosing someone to service your bike. There is no substitute for professional
factory trained dealership technicians.
Dealership technicians MUST submit to periodic factory required training to keep informed of the newest service
techniques as the new bikes are constantly coming out.
REMEMBER....Check your tires!!! Most vibration and handling issues we see are traced directly to inproper tire pressure. They will lose several pounds a month and need to be checked often, just like a bicycle tire.
RIDE SAFE, and ALWAYS LOOK OUT FOR THE OTHER GUY.
Again, welcome to all our newest customers and club members, we wouldn't be here without you!!
The “Big Cheese” Slice:
We still have mileage patches and upgrades as your mileage increases on Hinckley and vintage British bikes; patches go for $10.00 and add-on mile patches (25,000 intervals) free. Get recognized for your accomplishments. Get your patch and mileage patches at D&D Cycles.
Ramblings:
We’re still beggin’ for input. Here’s your chance to get your name in print, receive praise and adoration, and otherwise become known as a contributor. Please, let us know if you’ve taken any good rides lately. All we need are a few details, how many (or how few) riders, high or low points, or anything else you want to tell us about, and we’ll make sure it gets into this newsletter and the D&D Cycles Web Site. Please send us some good photos and stories soon!! On that note if you are sending photos please send them as an e-mail resolution photo (usually in the 240X320 ir 480X640 format. This will make it easier to include those photos in the newsletter. Thanks.
And as always, we appreciate your business!!!
Ride like your life depended on it. It does, you know!!
Wear your helmet, take an MSF course, don’t drink and ride, and look after each other!!
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