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 click the image for memorial service information On November 19, 2009, we lost one of our closest brothers, Charles "Giggie" Gilliland. He was a mainstay in our lives for many years. Giggie was the service manager at DBW for over 20 years and served as the crew chief for our Pro-stock race team. He left Departure in 1998 to join Compu-fire in California. After several years there, he was offered and accepted the research & development position at Rivera-Primo and enjoyed life. Gig was the most talented machinist/welder/self-taught engineer I have ever met but what set apart was his ability to think logically. He was able to think through a problem and see all the steps to get to the conclusion and then do it.
He was the most liked person I have ever known. He always had time for everyone, remembered everyone's name and always remembered ever joke he'd ever heard. Those of us who were fortunate enough to be able to work, race, ride, drink, laugh, and know Giggie as family have a deep understanding of what we and the motorcycle community has lost. He is and will always be missed.
Lee and Brenda Clemens
Departure Bike Works, Inc
 Congratulations to Larry Page the lucky owner of this awesome build! To see some detailed shots from none other than Michael Lichter, just click the pic above. |
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Departure Bike Works, a tradition in Richmond since 1973, is a full service store with a passionate staff. We build custom motorcycles by design. Harleys, trikes, choppers, bikes, classics, parts, rebuilts, handicapped hand controls, builder customs from mild to wild for the common rider! Custom made motorcycles designed and built by bikers. New, partial or complete custom bikes and parts for sale and our staff have been here with us for many years. Our Sales, Parts and Service Departments are staffed by the friendliest and most knowledgeable people in this industry. Our 'No Pressure' way of doing business is our hallmark. Whether you are just beginning to feel the 'itch' to get into motorcycling or you are the seasoned veteran, we can help you. It's what we love to do. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the beaches, Virginia is motorcycle riding paradise. If you are in the area, please come into the store. Friendly faces and helpful information are always available! |
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