Ted Moyer: BMW Motorcycle Owners of America Executive Director

In this conversation, Phil and Ted Moyer discuss various topics related to the BMW MOA (Motorcycle Owners of America) organization. They pay tribute to Jack Reapy, a beloved figure in the MOA community, and discuss the impact he had as a writer and storyteller. They also talk about Ray Zimmerman, a former executive director of the MOA, and his contributions to the organization. Ted shares his experience as the current executive director and the challenges and joys of the role. They discuss the efforts to attract younger riders and the strategic plan for the organization's future. They also address improvements in the roadside assistance and tire replacement programs. The conversation with Ted Moyer, Executive Director of the BMW MOA, highlights the importance of community and the sense of belonging that comes with being a member of the organization. Ted shares his personal experience of attending his first rally and how he was welcomed with open arms. He emphasizes that anyone considering attending a rally should not hesitate and will be accepted and embraced by the community. The conversation also touches on the different accommodation options at the rally, the hard work and fun involved in organizing the event, the challenges of logistics and emergency planning, and the exciting future of the BMW MOA. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:00 Jack Riepe 9:20 Ray Zimmerman 14:30 Executive Director Challenges 19:45 Younger Rider Challenges 23:05 MOA Strategic Plan 28:20 Roadside Program Changes 36:00 Approval Process and Repairs 40:40 Tire Replacement Program 42:00 MOA Rally 50:00 MOA Rally Logistics 53:50 Weather Considerations 56:15 MOA Vision and Future Plans 💙 BMW MOA Website: https://www.bmwmoa.org/ ✌💙 Please consider supporting my Patreon Channel: https://www.patreon.com/Motobeemer ✅ Motobeemer Merch! https://my-store-11449980.creator-spring.com/ ✅ Motobeemer Mapping System: https://www.motobeemer.com/maps-routes/ ✅ Motobeemer Tours in Colorado: https://www.motobeemer.com/2024-moto-tours/ 🌏 Web: https://www.motobeemer.com 📲 IG / FB: @MotoBeemer