The ultimate BMW motorcycle accessory is a membership in the Chicago Region BMW Owners Association! We’re a diverse group of riders with various experience and skill levels, and a person doesn’t even need to own a motorcycle to join us. All you need is an interest in two-wheeled (or maybe three-wheeled!) travel.
OUR CLUB PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS (IN ADDITION TO MANY OTHERS):
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Held currently the second Thursday of each month at the Elks Club in Villa Park. Our meetings feature guest speakers, travel presentations, consumer interest information, visits from motorcycling authors, technical information, and more. Come meet new friends and family!
NEWSLETTER
Your monthly publication, delivered each month via email, highlights what is going on in the CRBMW. The Chicago Region News is one of the premier local club newsletters in the country! It is your source for upcoming events, great articles and pertinent information. Members may contribute content; photos, articles, and riding stories are encouraged. The classified advertising section is free to members. And, your newsletter is a fine way to discover services available from advertisers who are important membership participants.
CRBMW.COM
You are here: our on-line club presence. Not only can you have your stories and photos displayed, the website is a great “go to” reference for everything related to your club. Activities, past newsletters, members forum, and so much more!
CHITECH
Whether you are an “Airhead” or own another motorcycle, CHITECH (the Chicago Region Technical Committee) provides an opportunity for “wrench enthusiasts” to help you learn from other like-minded members. “Open tech days” offer all members an opportunity to meet the group for maintenance assistance, from simple oil changes and tire replacement to more intricate repairs, like spline repair or final drive issues!
BMW MOA AND BMW RA RALLIES
The CRBMWOA is an active participant in the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America (“MOA”) annual rally. Our very own Norm Phoenix has attended all of the past 50 rallies, riding his bike to every one!
Members also take part in the BMW Riders Association Rally. Both of these rallies are great adventures and opportunities to meet BMW enthusiasts from around the world, enjoy past acquaintances, see new innovations and just have fun!
MEMBERSHIP ROSTER
Members who want to find other members can use the roster available in the Member Log-In area of this site as a source to communicate, find someone to ride with, or just socialize in general.
RIDING EXPERIENCES
Whether a meet-to-eat event, hot dog ride, spring kick-off gathering, the La Crosse Ride, fall picnic family outing, or other event, we love to ride! Look for these events and others in the newsletter and website to enhance your time in the saddle!