The Sesostris Motor Corps 400's was first mentioned in a special meeting in 1971. Harvey Gates was elected Captain of the Motor Corps and at that meeting some members expressed a desire to go to larger machines. Jim Mulder was elected Captain of the Motor Corps (both the Cushmans and th Kawasakis) in 1975. After their first test came in Central States in Wichita, Kansas, they won first place in competition and high point in all classes.

The Kawasaki 400's was established as a separate unit in 1978 with Charles Otoupalik as Captain. The current Kawasaki 440 LTD models were purchased in 1981, and have served the unit very well. They are currently being used for parades and competition.

In 2002, some members expressed an interest to upgrade to the new Honda Shadow 750's and seven machines were purchased individually. This started a new group called the Honda Shadows. It was felt among the members that the 440's were getting older and could not be replaced, that the Hondas could be incorporated into the unit. Therefore, a new name for the unit was voted into the bylaws. The new name for the unit was to be the Bug Eaters, after the first name of the Nebraska Cornhuskers Football Team. This new team is open to all motorcycles of Asian Manufacture.We have been practicing as separate units or together as the riders and machines will permit.

The active members of the Sesostris Bug Eaters Motor Corps are Captain Jay Sinkule, Treasurer Troy Susie, Secretary Roger Miner, Jim Allen, Mike Clary, Don Gasparetti, George Green, Gary Kunkee, Wes Lamberson, Manny Luff, George Mack, Michael Munson, Scott Niederhaus, Rich Rimel, Jr., John Roseberry, Robert Sides, Richard Vosteen, Robert White, Jeff Douglas, Jim Turner, B.J. Bruhn, Brandon Gettert, & Gene Brownson.

The Motor Corps has participated in CSSA Competition nearly every year since 1975. We have placed as follows: High Overall Points: First Place - 4 times. Rollie Johnson Trophy: - 4 times, Drill Competition: First Place - 12 times, Second Place - 5 times, and Third Place - 3 times. Obstacle Course: First Place - 15 times, second place - 3 times. Four Imperial Sessions.

We would like to dedicate this history to Charles Otoupalik who was a charter member and mentor to this organization who passed away in 2004. He is missed by everyone.

By Deon Eberly in 1999 and Edited by Roger Miner in 2005

NOTES FROM THE SESOSTRIS BUGEATERS

The next meeting will be held November 13 at 7:00 P.M. at the Shrine Center. Let’s have a good turn out.

Ride Safe,

Greetings.

I have a 2007 Unit Officers form to be filled out and sent back to the shrine. The are requesting the Member # of all the officers.  If you would please send them to me.

Brandon; Have you gotten with Troy regarding the paid up members & the 2006 annual report forms ( due in to the office by January, 2007) & the 2007 budget forms (which has to be completed and returned to the Shrine office by December 5, 2007? One more item, The 2006 Donation to the office, I don't know if Troy is going to get it ready. It might work better if you call him if he hasn't called you yet.

Thanks
Jim D. Turner
 

Well somehow he managed to survive the night.  
 
We spent much of yesterday with him.  He is somewhat comatose.  He cannot speak, and is barely aware of his surroundings.  His Blood Pressure yesterday was hovering around 80 over 40, but his pulse rate climbed to over 150.   Doc said eventually the heart will just give out.   He has pneumonia, but any treatment for it causes his kidneys to fail. So it is a catch 22 for him.  He is also aspirated. Any liquid or food he tried to ingest, (which he is beyond that point now) goes right into his lungs.
 
Docs are convinced that it is a matter of hours now.  
 
Don

PLEASE KEEP NOBLE DON AND FAMILY IN YOUR PRAYERS.
 

As of January 2004, a long time Sesostris Unit, the Motor Corp 400's,  has changed the unit's name to encourage growth in membership. The name Bugeaters comes from the early history of the University of Nebraska Football Team who were called the 'Bugeaters'. The only requirement to become a member of this very dignified unit, is to own a motorcycle of Asian Manufacture. Already, in 2004, two new members have petitioned for membership and have been elected. Welcome to the unit John Roseberry and George Mack. With a limited number of motorcycles available, Riders for the Bugeaters are encouraged to participate in both parades and competitive drills in order to preserve possession of unit bikes.

The Motor Corp 400's had a very busy year in 2003, with competitive drills at Imperial Councils in Minneapolis in July, and in Central States in early September. Two competitive teams, the Kawasaki 440's and the Honda Shadows, practiced and participated in both competitions and parades throughout the 2003 season.

Sesostris 400's ready for inspection   Our Captain Charlie standing by his troops

Charlie & George through the paces                            Into the Fan Man

At the beginning of 2004, we confered three honorary memberships to longtime members and supporters of the previous Sesostris Motor Corp 400's Unit. Honorary members who were recognized in February 2004 were: Robert E. White, Past Captain and long time Board Member, James W. Allen, Past Treasurer and long time member and Manny Luft, Unit Photographer and supporter. The Sesostris Motor Corp Bugeaters certainly appreciates all that these three Nobles have done to support and assist the Unit throughout the years. Congratulations on being the first of the Unit's "Honorary Members".

Last October, the Motor Corp 400's lost one of their biggest and most loyal supporters. Friend, Brother, and Noble Charles Otoupalik was taken home by the black camel at the age of 81 years. Charlie last lead our drill team at the Imperial Session in Minneapolis in July and passed two weeks later. The Unit misses Charlie's leadership and knowledge.

Our Poker Run for 2004 was held on June 5th, 2004 and begun at Rod's Power Sports and ended at the Shrine Center. The Poker Run was held come Rain or Come Shine.

The Sesostris Bugeaters Motor Corp congratulate the Sesostris Shrine Clowns on a successful and eventful Shrine Circus in 2004. Unit members assisted in the Circus activities by ushering patrons to their seats for all performances helping to make the 2004 Circus a cooperative venture and fun for all.

Meetings of the Sesostris Bugeaters Motor Corp are held on the second Monday of each month at the Sesostris Shrine Center at 7:00 P.M.  Come out and join us the more the merrier. There is always plenty of bugs to go around when you ride with the 'Bugeaters'.  

SESOSTRIS BUGEATERS

MAIN ACTIVITY:

Parades, participate and contribute to Sesostris Shrine events, including onion sales, Circus, Shrine Bowl, Central States Shrine Association competitions, and other events as scheduled.

EVENTS/FUNCTIONS:

 Summer Picnics, Christmas Party, and other family oriented events.

INVOLVEMENT OF FAMILY MEMBERS;

  Ladies and children are included in activities.

MEETINGS:

2ND Monday at Shrine Activities Center. Practice sessions vary per individual unit schedules.

ANNUAL DUES:

$25.00 per year.

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

Motorcycle, Competition Uniform, and Parade Uniform.

PREREQUISITES TO JOIN:

The Bug Eaters consists of Asian Model Motorcycles, which include such brands as Kawasaki, and Honda, etc. For Parades, all makes of Asian Bikes are welcomed to participate. For Drill Competition a Kawasaki 440 or Honda Shadow 750 are required. (Kawasaki 440's are provided by the unit at a nominal charge).

 SPECIAL SKILLS:

Rider should have a love for motorcycles.