We are a San Antonio-area association of BMW motorcycle riders, owners, and enthusiasts! The club is a low-keyed organization, committed to the enjoyment of motorcycling and developing camaraderie among its members.
We're an informal group and we encourage family participation in all our activities. We are chartered with both BMW Motorcycle Owners of America (BMW MOA Chapter 62) and BMW Riders Association (BMW RA Chapter 77).
Membership is open to riders of any make of motorcycle, just have to have an interest in riding motorcycles. Yearly dues are $15.
We have organized club rides, an annual rally held in the Texas Hill Country, an annual picnic and yearly Christmas Party. We also participate in fundraisers, support local charities, and conduct a quarterly litter pick-up as part of the Texas Adopt-A-Highway program. For more information regarding club and other events visit the club calendar.
Club's Newest Members
Welcome New Club Members
Rick Wehe 1/3/24 Joseph Ferry 3/9/24
John Stone 1/16/24 Rodney Watts 1/16/24
Timothy Kelly 1/8/24 Joshua Brown 3/8/24
Club Officers
JOHN SIRES, PRESIDENT
My motorcycle riding experience is over a fifty year period with a twenty year interruption after marriage and kids. My first motorcycle was a 1972 Triumph TR6R Tiger 650cc. I moved to BMW motorcycles after I got back in the saddle because of an event riding my Triumph on the German autobahn in the summer of 1972. I got the Triumph up to its top speed of 90 MPH, and out of no where a BMW motorcycle passed me like I was standing still. Right then, I promised myself that my next motorcycle was going to be a BMW. It took to 2002 for me to fulfill my promise. My BMW motorcycle today is a 2016 R1200RS. When I moved to Texas in 2019, I looked for a club like I belonged to in Ohio where we loved to ride and socialize. The San Antonio BMW RA Club met my expectations, and I am having even more fun.
RANDALL LOGAN, VICE-PRESIDENT
I’ve ridden and raced motorcycles for over 40 years. 15 years ago, I purchased my first BMW and never back. I love the brand, lifestyle, and most of all the community. Riding’s been a family activity for the last 25 years. These years were spent travelling as a family; racing, moto camping, rallying, and developing lifelong relationships which we hope to continue to foster with this club. My wife enjoys riding as a passenger and volunteering. My daughter has over 30K miles in the pillion sharing life stories through our communication system and experiencing life on the road less traveled. My son and I spent years racing in both separate classes and on the same tracks together. I’ve volunteered and served in leadership positions for several riding clubs, both street and dirt, and most recently I was on the board of the BMW MOA Foundation for over 6 years. I’m honored to be part of this club’s leadership and look forward to serving the club and spending time with our valued members and their guests. I hope to leave the sport better than I found it.
GEOFF GAUGER, SECRETARY
I’ve enjoyed many rides and considerable camaraderie with my fellow members since joining the club in 2023. My ride is a 2019, K 1600 B which I bought in Colorado. This is my first bike and, since I didn’t have a motorcycle license at the time, I had a friend deliver it to San Antonio. My wife doesn’t ride with me, probably a good thing since I’m still honing my riding skills. I’m looking forward to being the club’s Secretary as I have the opportunity to compose and send club emails and be the site administrator while spending time with some great people.
MIKE MAKOWSKI, TREASURER
I volunteered to fill the vacant Treasurer's position and was subsequently elected to the position for the past two terms. I frequently ride to attend MOA Getaways, BMW National rallies, and miscellaneous road trips like Motorcycle Grand Tour of Texas & Distinguished Gentlemen's Ride for charity. My first motorcycle was a Honda 450 in my college years. My current motorcycles are a 2012 R1200 GSA and R1200R."
Volunteers
John Sires
Ride Capitan
Mike Makowski
Ride Capitan
Randall Logan
Ride Captain
Bill Edwards
MOA Ambassador
Chuck Wetzel
MOA Ambassador
John Hawley
Adopt-A-Highway