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    Ken Leach (Newbee)

    It's with a very heavy heart that I have to post this. While on our journey to attend XSNorth 2014, my friend Ken had lost control of his motorcycle and struck 4 guard rail posts on Hwy. 28. Unfortunately, this afternoon, Ken lost his battle and succumbed to his injuries. Ken was my riding partner and friend.

    You are and will be sadly missed.
    Rest In Peace Ken.
    80 XS1100 SG "Phoenix"

    "We are the type of band that if we moved in next door to you...Your lawn would die"
    Lemmy from Motorhead
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    I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss. I hope there is some warmth in memories of him and knowing that he was doing something he loved.
    Positive thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.
    81 SH Something Special
    81 frame, 80 tank and side covers, 79 tail light and carbs, 78 engine, 750 final drive mod, Geezer rec/reg, 140 mains, LH wheels
    ☺

    79 SF MEAUQABEAUXS
    81SH Nor'eas tah (Old Red)
    80 LG Black Magic
    78 E Standard Practice


    James 3:17

    If I can make at least one person smile, or pee their pants a little, or maybe spit out their drink; then my day is not wasted.

    “Alis Volat Propriis”

    Yamaha XS 1100 Classic
    For those on FB

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    • #3
      Wayne,

      I know this loss sits heavy with you. It does with me and I had never met Ken. Witnessing the loss of someone close to you, delayed or not, allows your mind to play tricks on you that somehow the outcome could have been different only if...

      My prayers go out to you and Ken's family and you take care of yourself.

      John
      John is in an anonymous city with an Alamo (N29.519227,W-98.678980)

      Go ahead, click on the bikes - you know you want to...the electrons are ready.
      '81 XS1100H - "Enterprise"
      Bob Jones Custom Navy bike: Tkat brace, EBC floating rotors & SS lines, ROX pivot risers, Geezer rectifier, new 3H3 engine

      "Not all treasure is silver and gold"

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      • #4
        So sorry to hear this, losing someone close I very hard. I will pray for you and kens family.
        Jeff
        77 XS750 2D completely stock
        79 SF XS1100 "Picky" stock with harley mufflers

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        • #5
          My condolences to Ken's family and loved ones. Very sad to hear.
          1979 XS1100F
          2H9 Mod, Truck-Lite LED Headlight, TECHNA-FIT S/S Brake Lines, Rear Air Shocks, TKAT Fork Brace, Dyna DC-I Coils, TC Fuse Block, Barnett HD Clutch Springs, Superbike Handlebars, V-Star 650 ACCT, NGK Irridium Plugs, OEM Exhaust. CNC-Cut 2nd Gear Dogs; Ported/Milled Head; Modded Airbox: 8x8 Wix Panel Filter; #137.5 Main Jet, Viper Yellow Paint, Michelin Pilot Activ F/R, Interstate AGM Battery, 14MM MC, Maier Fairing, Cree LED Fog Lights.

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          • #6
            In the wind forever

            I had first met Ken Leach on the North Bay Rally of 2011 and instantly Ken and myself got in stride together as if we had known each other a lifetime I believe its because he was that kind of Guy, easy to get to now....

            I had just gotten an email on the XS forum from Ken a few days back wishing me well with my recovery and his hoping to see me at next years rally.....well, sadly it cant happen. I would like to pass on my regards to all his friends and family at this time who now are at a complete loss in sorrow and heartbreak.

            This happened at what normally is a time of great joy and comraderie, the "XS Rally".....and we are left standing here trying to carry on as hard as it is we must; Ken would have it no other way.....Good by Ken.... In the wind forever.....
            Bruce
            Bruce Doucette
            Phone #1 902 827 3217

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            • #7
              MAY THE SUN RISE IN FRONT OF ME

              MAY THE RAIN FALL BEHIND ME

              AND THE WIND FOLLOW ME

              MAY THE ANGELS OF MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS

              WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE ME

              GUARD MY TRAVELS

              FOR THEY KNOW THE PERILS

              OF THE ROAD AHEAD OF ME

              KEEP ME SAFE THROUGH THE ROUGH CITY STREETS

              ON MY WAY TO THE LAND OF SWIRLING TURNS

              AND ROLLING HILLS

              LET THE COLOURS OF FALL KEEP ME WARM

              LET THE EAGLE GUIDE ME TO THE MOUNTAINTOPS

              LET THE MOONS LIGHT GUIDE ME

              THROUGH THE NIGHT

              MAY MY TYRES NOT FAIL ME

              NOR MY ENGINE GROW OLD

              MAY MY BIKE DRAW LIFE

              FROM THE STREAMS I PASS

              KEEP MY SEAT SOFT AND MY MIND SHARP

              LET THE AIR OF SPRING BREATHE LIFE

              INTO MY SOUL

              TO JOURNEY TO ANOTHER ADVENTURE

              BESIDES MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS



              -Rev's Roadhouse
              Greg

              Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”

              ― Albert Einstein

              80 SG Ol' Okie;79 engine & carbs w/pods, 45 pilots, 140 mains, Custom Mac 4 into 2 exhaust, ACCT,XS850 final drive,110/90/19 front tire,TKat fork brace, XS750 140 MPH speedometer, Vetter IV fairing, aftermarket hard bags and trunk, LG high back seat, XJ rear shocks.

              The list changes.

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              • #8
                Damn. Sad to hear that.
                "If A equals success, then the formula is: A = X + Y + Z. X is work. Y is play. Z is keep your mouth shut." - Albert Einstein

                "Illegitimi non carborundum"-Joseph W. "Vinegar Joe" Stilwell



                1980 LG
                1981 LH

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                • #9


                  Sorry to learn this. Condolences to Ken's friends and family.
                  Marty (in Mississippi)
                  XS1100SG
                  XS650SK
                  XS650SH
                  XS650G
                  XS6502F
                  XS650E

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                  • #10
                    My condolences, Wayne, to you and Ken's friends and family.
                    -- Scott
                    _____
                    ♬
                    2004 ST1300A: No name... yet
                    1982 XJ1100J: "Baby" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
                    1980 XS1100G: "Columbo" SS Brakes, '850 FD, ACCT
                    1979 XS1100SF: "Bush" W.I.P.
                    1979 XS1100F: parts
                    2018 Heritage Softail Classic 117 FLHCS SE: "Nanuk" It's DEAD, it's not just resting. It is an EX cycle.
                    ♬

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                    • #11
                      Kenny

                      Here are a couple pictures of Kenny during the XS north rally last year. He will be missed greatly. RIP brother.

                      mack
                      79 XS 1100 SF Special
                      HERMES
                      original owner
                      http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/a...ps6932d5df.jpg

                      81 XS 1100 LH MNS
                      SPICA
                      http://i946.photobucket.com/albums/ad305/mack-055/2.jpg

                      78 XS 11E
                      IOTA
                      https://youtu.be/wB5Jfbp6SUc
                      https://youtu.be/RaI3WYHSuWA



                      Have recovery trailer and shop if you breakdown in my area.
                      Frankford, Ont, Canada
                      613-398-6186

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                      • #12
                        Sorry To Hear

                        This kind of news is always the kind you don't want to hear. But life is not always a happy time. Did not know Ken. Prayers go out to his family.

                        Mike
                        1981 XS1100H Venturer
                        K&N Air Filter
                        ACCT
                        Custom Paint by Deitz
                        Geezer Rectifier/Regulator
                        Chacal Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines
                        Chrome Front Rotor & Caliper Covers
                        Stebel Nautilus Horn
                        EBC Front Rotors
                        Limie Accent Moves On In 2015

                        Mike

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                        • #13
                          Sad Day

                          my thoughts go out to Ken his family and xs11 brothers and sisters,, stay strong Wayne!All in my prayers
                          The Belfast Express {1980 xs11oo special/TC fuse box/mikes xs pods/bad boy horn!/mikes green coils/mac 4 into 2 exhaust/ standard bars/vetter fairing c/w ipod CD iphone am/fm radio/tkat fork brace ,,,tuned by tinman
                          moemcnally@hotmail.com
                          i AM THE KING OF NOTHING

                          the people here are great , doesn't matter about the bike really/hamjam ////

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                          • #14
                            I'm very sorry to read your post. Please pass my condolences to Ken's family. Awful news indeed.
                            XS1100F 1980 European model. Standard. Dyna coils. Iridium plugs. XS750 final drive (sometimes). Micron fork brace. Progressive front springs. Geezer regulator/rectifier. Stainless 4 into 2 exhaust. Auto CCT (Venturer 1300) SOLD. New project now on the go. 1980 European model.

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                            • #15
                              Funeral Arrangements.

                              Here are Ken's funeral arrangements.

                              Memorial service for
                              Kenneth Gordon Leach (Ken) Viewing will be held Thursday, July 3'14 from 2-4 and 7-9. The funeral will be Friday, July 4,14 at 2 pm both will be held at


                              McEachnie Funeral Home
                              28 Old Kingston Rd.
                              Ajax Pickering Village ON
                              L1T 2Z7

                              Wayne
                              80 XS1100 SG "Phoenix"

                              "We are the type of band that if we moved in next door to you...Your lawn would die"
                              Lemmy from Motorhead

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