Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
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rcmatt007
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
I am so sorry to hear this, met him a couple of times. great guy. I know he had a damn hard bout with an infection while on meds for his RA
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all it takes for evil to prosper is the want of a few good men to do nothing-Edmund Burke
The question is not how much time do you have, it is what you do with the time that you have Gandalf
"One of the greatest dignities of humankind is that each successive generation is invested in the welfare of each new generation." Fred Rodgers
"it takes 10,000 hours to become an expert" ancient saying
78 constantly modified/customized since 1978, BOTM June 2015 de-evolving this very moment viewtopic.php?f=30&t=65511
76 Ltd "cookies bike" ALMOST DONE
79 project, finished, FOR SALE
'86 1200 (Beth's)(FOR SALE) with motorvation sidecar (sidecar sold) , July 2017 BOTM
'17 HD Road king and 08 HD Heritage softail (Beth's) (FOR SALE). I guess you can say we have MBS
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NotSoLilCrippseys
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Sad news, indeed. I never knew Roady, but I spent a lot of time poring over his shop talk contributions and the Winnie build. His influence goes well beyond those who knew him.
Avatar is a summer '21 photo of the Blue Phoenix, our 1983 GL1100I rescue gone naked.
In the Stable and Ridable
1976 GL1000 (Original Sulphur Yellow) - Needs a tag and insurance but ready to ride
1992 ST1100 - my longer haul tourer
1987 VFR700 - son's latest, in blue/silver
1983 GL1100I - son's naked Blue Phoenix
1982 GL1100I - naked bagger Cabernet (surf bike)
1979 GL1000 - Ginger Lynn, but not that Ginger Lynn (Wing and a Prayer)
1978 CB550K - son's cafe
1983 CB550SC - one owner, 5k, great paint & seat/good chrome (will soon sell)
1986 VFR700 - fun throwback in RWB
Active and Semi-active Project(s)
FrankenWing - 1980 GL1100 motor in 1982 or 1983 frame (still deciding, so maybe semi-active).
Sold
Not lookin' back to avoid regrets
In the Stable and Ridable
1976 GL1000 (Original Sulphur Yellow) - Needs a tag and insurance but ready to ride
1992 ST1100 - my longer haul tourer
1987 VFR700 - son's latest, in blue/silver
1983 GL1100I - son's naked Blue Phoenix
1982 GL1100I - naked bagger Cabernet (surf bike)
1979 GL1000 - Ginger Lynn, but not that Ginger Lynn (Wing and a Prayer)
1978 CB550K - son's cafe
1983 CB550SC - one owner, 5k, great paint & seat/good chrome (will soon sell)
1986 VFR700 - fun throwback in RWB
Active and Semi-active Project(s)
FrankenWing - 1980 GL1100 motor in 1982 or 1983 frame (still deciding, so maybe semi-active).
Sold
Not lookin' back to avoid regrets
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Francis
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Darn! that sucks. So sorry you guys lost your friend! condolences to all friends and family .
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sunnbobb
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
OMG. This is terrible news. I loved that guy.
I found the end of the internet
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1978 Learning Experience
1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
1977 Bulldog Inspired "Vaincre"
1981 Street Fighter GL1100 "No Quarter"
1983 Supercharged Street Drag "Anubis" (in worx)
1983 gl1100 mint restoration "Kristen"
1985 Aspencade..pondering.
---- Bradshaw Bikes custom polishing for your wing. Visit us on facebook!
1978 Learning Experience
1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
1977 Bulldog Inspired "Vaincre"
1981 Street Fighter GL1100 "No Quarter"
1983 Supercharged Street Drag "Anubis" (in worx)
1983 gl1100 mint restoration "Kristen"
1985 Aspencade..pondering.
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Gowing
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
I’m sad to read this about roady. I remember when I joined NGW. His posts about restoring winnie. And his help to any who asked. Rip Stephen.
Dave
1975 GL 1000
1980 XS650
1981 ct110
1972 F7 KAW 175
2000 moby blaze 40cc
Chihuahua (Ellie)
Chihuahua #2(Blaze)
1975 GL 1000
1980 XS650
1981 ct110
1972 F7 KAW 175
2000 moby blaze 40cc
Chihuahua (Ellie)
Chihuahua #2(Blaze)
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Last active:Tue Sep 06, 2022 5:47 am
I found the end of the internet
---- Bradshaw Bikes custom polishing for your wing. Visit us on facebook!
1978 Learning Experience
1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
1977 Bulldog Inspired "Vaincre"
1981 Street Fighter GL1100 "No Quarter"
1983 Supercharged Street Drag "Anubis" (in worx)
1983 gl1100 mint restoration "Kristen"
1985 Aspencade..pondering.
---- Bradshaw Bikes custom polishing for your wing. Visit us on facebook!
1978 Learning Experience
1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
1977 Bulldog Inspired "Vaincre"
1981 Street Fighter GL1100 "No Quarter"
1983 Supercharged Street Drag "Anubis" (in worx)
1983 gl1100 mint restoration "Kristen"
1985 Aspencade..pondering.
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Oldboy
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Roady was a big help to me when I first joined this forum. Taught me how to upload pictures and such....that was over 10 years ago. I also found his tech tips extremely useful. All the best to his family. He will be missed.
Ted.
Ted.
Cheers...
Just Wing-it
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Rambler
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Thanks for the notification. RIP Roady. Pray for smooth roads ahead.
Randolph, Maine
KC1W
1982 Standard GL1100 … Alas no longer mine.. :(
Would really like to find another GL1100 .. the perfect bike.
KC1W
1982 Standard GL1100 … Alas no longer mine.. :(
Would really like to find another GL1100 .. the perfect bike.
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Old Fogey
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
I went to Roady's place near St L ouis twice with Doug. The welcome from both Steve and his lady Katy was like we had been best friends for years; a fantastic couple. It was a real shock when I first saw the notice on NGW FB forum.
We have lost a great contributor and a real gentleman.
My sincere condolances to Katy and the family.
We have lost a great contributor and a real gentleman.
My sincere condolances to Katy and the family.
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gllimb
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
I'm really sorry for what happened. It only took two messages on the forum for me to understand that he is a good, kind and grateful person. My condolences to his friends and family.
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Sad news, and indeed a shock. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Brother!
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein
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'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow
"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
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ritalz
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Got a short note from Roady's wife thanking all of us for our condolences. She recalled the Pig Out and what a great time we all had. Steve will be missed by many.
Al
2003 Goldwing Daily Rider
1975 Goldwing 'Max'
1984 Goldwing New Bagger Project
1986 Goldwing Aspy 2nd daily rider
1976 Goldwing 'Grocery Getter' Sold
1985 Goldwing Interstate 'NCC-1985' sold
1981 Silverwing Sold
1982 Goldeing Project Sold
1981 Goldwing Parted Out
1983 Goldwing Project Sold
1973 CB500F Long Gone
1966 CL77 First Street Bike
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2003 Goldwing Daily Rider
1975 Goldwing 'Max'
1984 Goldwing New Bagger Project
1986 Goldwing Aspy 2nd daily rider
1976 Goldwing 'Grocery Getter' Sold
1985 Goldwing Interstate 'NCC-1985' sold
1981 Silverwing Sold
1982 Goldeing Project Sold
1981 Goldwing Parted Out
1983 Goldwing Project Sold
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Oh my.....One of the Greats indeed.
Personified what this site was all about. IMHO.
Always a good word, humble thoughtful advice.
https://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... al#p519819
HOTT
Personified what this site was all about. IMHO.
Always a good word, humble thoughtful advice.
https://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic ... al#p519819
HOTT
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sodbuster
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Sorry to hear of Roady's passing. He will be missed I'm sure. I never got to meet him personally but did get to share some conversations with him when I was involved with the development of Shop Talk as a moderator. Very knowledgeable guy.
NGW is indebted to your service.
NGW is indebted to your service.
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'99 Valkyrie Standard - TOTALED :(
'83 GL1100 Standard - SOLD
'82 CB900F - Black & Red - SOLD
'99 Valkyrie Standard - TOTALED :(
'83 GL1100 Standard - SOLD
'82 CB900F - Black & Red - SOLD
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Toehead
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Re: Another Great member gone, RIP Roady
Logged in after a while to see this 
RIP Roady, thank you for all the help over the years.
RIP Roady, thank you for all the help over the years.
2012 Golf TDI, fast and frugal oil burner
1980 CX500C, All around road warrior (Sold)
1975 TS125 (Sold), old smoker
1977 naked GL1000, Highway cruiser
'81 GL1100 14,000 (reconditioned and sold)
'81 GL1100 50,000 miles (under construction)
2X 1981 CM400 beginner bike (sold)
1980 CB750C (sold)
1994 Virago 750 (Wifey's bike)
'76 GL1000 Sulphur Yellow (Megasquirted efi build) http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=47&t=59774
1980 CX500C, All around road warrior (Sold)
1975 TS125 (Sold), old smoker
1977 naked GL1000, Highway cruiser
'81 GL1100 14,000 (reconditioned and sold)
'81 GL1100 50,000 miles (under construction)
2X 1981 CM400 beginner bike (sold)
1980 CB750C (sold)
1994 Virago 750 (Wifey's bike)
'76 GL1000 Sulphur Yellow (Megasquirted efi build) http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=47&t=59774