We are pleased that you are visiting our site.  Welcome to STAR Touring & Riding Chapter 422.

We are about Riding...

Our primary focus is riding, however in the pursuit of our rides we encounter good times and lots of fun. Our rides consist of monthly Chapter rides, poker runs, rallies, over-nighters and special events with members of our group and members from other Chapters.

We are Inclusive, Not Exclusive. . .

Even though the organization was originally founded as an owner's group for Yamaha's Star line of cruisers, we have always been open to all brands of bikes. Our members have Harleys, Hondas, and Suzukis, to name a few. Several of our members own more than one brand of bike and many of us have ridden several brands over the years. Some of our members had never ridden before. They took the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course to learn and have just purchased their first bike. (http://www.msf-usa.org/ - Highly Recommended!!)

We Ride Safe, Clean & Sober. . .

Most of our members have never belonged to an organized motorcycle club or association. They tried us out and found out how we ride. We take our time and look for the scenic roads so we can relax and enjoy our time. We don't drink, even beer, on our rides. It's in violation of our National Charter. We focus on safe riding and having a good time. We don't speed, we make rest stops, because we want people to be comfortable; it's not an endurance contest. We have passengers who didn't enjoy riding with their partners before they joined our group. But because of our focus on safety and comfort they have since changed their minds.

Help Us Grow. . .

Many of our members never had the intention of joining a club or association. They tried us out and found that they liked what we are about. We are consistent and have pre-planned, safe, organized rides. A regular schedule is e-mailed to you monthly and posted on our web site. Our dedicated leadership and members are our strength. We enjoy riding together. The destinations, the meals, the camaraderie are all part of it. We feel it's all about getting away to relax and enjoy your motorcycle; the reason you bought it. Try us out and you may find that's what you're about, too.

STAR TOURING & RIDING MISSION STATEMENT

To pursue, promote and protect the interests of motorcyclists; to develop better and more enthusiastic relations between the general public; the media, and the operators and riders of motorcycles; to encourage rider participation in events; to promote rider safety and comaraderie among members; to promote organized events; and in general, perform them in a lawful manner.

Thank you for visiting.

Dan Sauerwald, President