Vrrrroom: Enthusiast invites all to share their interest in motorcycles at show

By Mary Owen

Devon Hlavinka grew up riding on a dirt bike in Stayton fields, an activity he still enjoys today.

“My dad had a Harley before I was born,” Hlavinka said. “I followed in his footsteps.”

A couple of years ago, he took to the streets with a newly purchased street-ready model, but he hasn’t lost his flair for dirt riding.

“It’s something that I really enjoy doing,” said Hlavinka, who loves to tinker with his motorcycles.

Like most motorcycle owners, Hlavinka also likes to talk shop with other owners. That gave him an idea on how to meld his affinity for motorbikes with another of his interests: serving his community through IServe, an outreach to Santiam Canyon cities started by Foothills Community Church.

Last year, more than 350 people from churches in four area cities participated in projects that ranged from painting community buildings and schoolrooms to pulling weeds at local parks. In all, six parks, a police station and community center got a little TLC from IServe volunteers.

This year to help fund projects, Hlavinka is hosting a motorcycle show at his church.

“My main goal is to raise money for the program, but I also hope to get some people who wouldn’t normally go down there to the church,” he said.

Hlavinka hopes to attract a lot of folks just looking to have fun on a Saturday afternoon.
“There will be something for everyone!” he said enthusiastically.

For $10, motorcycle owners can show off two of their bikes. The third or more is free. Choppers, dirt bikes, quads, scooters, ATC’s, sport bikes, side-by-sides and cruisers are all welcome, and each category will have stock and custom classes.

“What I’m trying to create locally is a show along the lines of a motorcycle show, except with a cruise-in feel,” Hlavinka said. “I want to get people there who ride their bikes and aren’t afraid to show them off. The show is geared toward the average rider, and we’ll be showing off bikes anyone can afford.”

Awards will be handed out at 3 p.m., including Best of Show trophy, Most Trashed Running Bike trophy and awards for every class. Goody bags will be handed out to owners of the first 50 motorcycles through the gate and prizes will be awarded at the event.

Vendors of all kinds are expected – artists, crafters, clothing, racing, biking, food and more. Spots are still available and interested vendors must reserve one by June 15.

“What you are selling doesn’t have to relate to motorcycles,” Hlavinka said. “Spaces are 10 by10, and cost $50.” He expects a good turnout at the show, weather permitting.