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ABOUT THE BMW MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF COLORADO |
The BMW motorcycle Club of Colorado was born of a passion for BMW motorcycles. We're dedicated riding, adventure and camaraderie. Come join us for dinner, riding or some social time with other members and an interesting speaker at our member meetings.
We are the premier BMW motorcycle club in Colorado! Our Club was organized in the fall of 1972. We joined the BMWMOA and became MOA Chartered Club #66 on May 1st, 1976.
We are the longest active BMW Motorcycle Club in the nation!
BMW Motorcycle Owners of America (MOA #66)
BMW Riders of America (RA # 327)
We highly value our members and welcome riders of ALL makes and models of motorcycles.
The BMW Motorcycle Club of Colorado welcomes and encourages all riders of all makes of motorcycles to join the club and participate in our events. Join like-minded motorcycle fans for club rides, breakfast meetings, social get-togethers, and club meetings. Enjoy the great roads of Colorado and beyond with other adventurous BMW motorcycle riders. The club has weekly rides, weekend overnights and rides to other rallies. Whether dual sport or touring, you are sure to find someone to ride with and enjoy our beautiful state.
OUR LEADERS
We are very grateful for our talented and dedicated Board Members and Officers. Their dedication to riding, adventure and camaraderie help to keep it fun for all of us!
President
Sean Donnelly
(720) 381-1059
Contact the President
Previously from Pittsburgh, I have spent the last 35 years living in Colorado. My wife Sara and I love motorcycling and have been doing so for over 15 years now. I served in the Navy for 5 years before starting my civilian career. In my free time, I enjoy camping, photography, and traveling around the country on my motorcycle. I have seen many beautiful places and have met some truly wonderful people along the way. Adventure and exploration are in my blood and I cherish every opportunity I get to discover something new.
Vice President
John Scalese|
(603) 303-7934
vicepresident@bmwmcc.org
After several visits to Colorado, my wife Cheryl and I moved here in 2014 from southern NH. Currently, I am "semi" retired from my engineering and teaching (High School Physics) careers and work as a boot fitter for a mountaineering/backcountry ski shop part-time. After 40 years of wanting one, I got my first motorcycle in 2022 and have been enjoying as many roads and dirt miles as I can fit in since then. In addition to motorcycling, my spare time passions include backcountry skiing, playing in the mountains any season, and many miles of trail running.
Secretary
Matt Kucharski
Moved to Colorado In 1993. Currently, retired living in Westminster, Co. and joined the BMW club a couple of years back after stalking them and finally joining some rides. After owning a number of bikes, I settled on the BMW GS – it suits my ride style, it's comfortable and my BMW friends like it.
Treasurer
Norm Wright
Top Of the Rockies Rally Chair
John Scalese
(603) 303-7934
After several visits to Colorado, my wife Cheryl and I moved here in 2014 from southern NH. Currently I am "semi" retired from my engineering and teaching (High School Physics) careers and work as a boot fitter for a mountaineering/backcountry ski shop part-time. After 40 years of wanting one, I got my first motorcycle in 2022 and have been enjoying as many roads and dirt miles as I can fit in since then. In addition to motorcycling, my spare time passions include backcountry skiing, playing in the mountains any season, and many miles of trail running.
Top Of the Rockies Rally Co-Chair
Carl Thomte
rcarloski@msn.com
Carl is a lifetime resident of Denver and began riding on a Bonanza mini bike at the age of eleven. Since then he has owned thirty five motorcycles, ridden in fifty states and eleven provinces and logged over 700k miles. Carl is a past president and has led hundreds of club rides in eighteen years with BMWMCC
Membership Chair
Steve Horst
Steve has been a member of several organized motorcycle clubs for over 30 years, and is most excited about this motorcycle club! Of course it makes sense that he is our 2023 membership chair of the BMW Motorcycle Club of Colorado. Please join us! The best MC club of America.
The only qualification of joining us, is that you love motorcycles and enjoy being with others that enjoy this sport too!
If you need to reach Steve, find him at membership@bmwmcc.org!
Ride Coordinator
John Murikami
Safety Training Officer
Sean Donnelly
In the Wind, Newsletter Editor
Eric Malatesta
Eric’s Motorcycle Journey
A Southern Boy moved to Colorado
Eric’s love for motorcycles began in his 20s, though his early riding experience was limited—accumulating only about 1,000 miles over four years. Life took a turn in 2011 when he lost his wife to cancer, prompting him to seek new experiences. That same year, he reignited his passion for riding, purchasing a used 1996 BMW R1100GS and enrolling in a motorcycle riding class. As the only non-Harley rider in the course, he stood out, but it led to an invaluable friendship—one that even inspired his new riding companion to switch to a BMW GS.
In the years that followed, Eric’s love for adventure riding grew. He remarried, welcomed a child at age 50, and relocated to Denver in December 2019. Amid the pandemic, he found community by joining BMWMCC, forging lasting friendships. His riding adventures have taken him across 21 states, covering over 65,000 miles since 2011. He further honed his skills by attending the renowned RawHyde training in 2021.
Eric has conquered some of the most iconic rides in the U.S., including the Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, and Wyoming BDRs. He has also tamed the legendary Tail of the Dragon—twice—on both his ‘96 GS and his 2016 GSA. From scenic backroads to rugged off-road trails, Eric’s journey is a testament to resilience, passion, and the friendships built along the way.
Social Chair & Ride Book Editor
Sara Salter
I am pleased to be a part of the team that will be producing the ride book this year, and I look forward to seeing you at some of these events. I have been riding since 2009, and I have had many motorcycles rotate through the garage. I have led numerous rides with my husband Sean acting as sweep, so we know all the hard work that goes into planning a successful ride.
Trustee
Siggi Pflumm
(303) 818-6027
siggip@msn.com
Hello, I'm Siggi Pflumm, a Member of the BMW Club since 2000 ( or before..) my first bike was a Zündap 50cc. My first BMW was a 250cc in 1964, bought from a serviceman in NY.On to #s of Honda, Kawasaki, and Yamaha. From 175 to 1200cc. All was fun. The last 25 years were all on BMW's. 650 gs, 700 gs, R1150RT, R1200ST R1200RT ,R1200R, R80 with side car and a R310.
Hope to add to the club from my experience and past History and years on the Board.
