Canterbury: Chch Wednesday Night Cruises 2009-10 [Archive] - Page 12

neels

11th March 2010, 08:36

Nice night for a ride, sounded good following a couple of v twins through the tunnel, I do like the road from lyttleton around to gov bay. Bugs everywhere on the way home, time to clean the headlight and visor again.

Neels thanks for the company home, hope you enjoyed the Ducati:scooter:
I tried not to leave you behind on the wee 250, although I must admit thinking that you'll know what it's like trying to keep up with you :laugh: Hmmmm, I think I likes the duc, might have to stick mrs on the back some time and see what she thinks, not that I'm buying at the moment. :whistle:

PS: to the bike behind me when around the bays, excuse my behaivior chasing HOT, we ride and race togeather so she knows I was being a silly bastard. Think it was me and the shiny new TDM behind you, looked pretty good from where I was sitting

We were in a group of 4, I overtook Scotty (Red CBRRR (Pirate edition)) and then someone else I couldn't make out... got home and found I had a txt from Scotty saying he run a flat and lost us!
Apparently some 'good bastard' stopped and helped him out.
A bunch stopped, although most of us weren't much help until better equipped people turned up that actually had puncture repair kits :o Thanks guys for the impromptu tyre repair lesson.

KiwiPhoenix

11th March 2010, 08:36

Nice gentle ride last night, scrubbing in the new Anakee, and catching up with another TDM'er. They aren't common...
There were a fair few "good bastards" who stopped and helped out, including a passing Birdlings Flat resident with his torch (which was much bettererer than my LED headlight). It was the first time I had used my tubeless tyre repair kit, and after consulting with Maxf, it worked well enough to get the man home.
And now, to clean the bugs off...

Good to hear that the fellow got his tyre sorted. Sorry for shooting away (curfew for this learner rider) Got home just after 10pm

Thank you once again to my Wingmen! You know who you are :woohoo: Hope you guys didn't mind being so slow??
Wind + Dark + Bugs + KP = Not very comfortable :no: Got home in one piece though!!

leopardskin

11th March 2010, 10:15

Enjoyed the first WNR on my new machine - new back tire now well scrubbed...dodgy front tire needs replacing me thinks. liked the sparks flying from the triumph going into duvo - nice n low! very good lesson on tire repair on the side of the road from leadon and max - note to self - get a torch, repair kit, and ride with leadon and max behind me

R1madness

11th March 2010, 11:02

Well what a great night out. Who else noticed that all the cars moved across and gave us plenty of room. Even the camper vans kept out of the way. I hope everyone gave them a nice friendly wave...
It was great to see everyone out having fun but keeping safe and riding in a group that suits their riding style. The fast guys went fast, the motards went mono, the cruisers cruised, and everyone i spoke to really enjoyed themselves. I really enjoy riding with such a varied group of bikes and riders.

Also a huge thanks to everyone that has made my daughter Ashlea feel part of the group. She really looks forward to the rides and always goes to school bragging about them. I realise that there is a bit of opposition to people bringing their kids along but its great for us. I would like to orginise a "family style" ride one sunday... so am going to throw some ideas out there for discussion. Actually i will start a new thread about it.

Buddha#81

11th March 2010, 11:24

, the motards went mono,

What, who, when?:blink:

R1madness

11th March 2010, 11:30

lol i saw so many motards on 1 wheel i was wondering if you lot were trying to save the worlds front tire resources lol

FlyingKiwi

11th March 2010, 12:39

To everyone who stopped to help out with the flat (including the Birdlings Flat man in the van), Mucho gracias!!!! Got home safe, just a little jelly legged from cruising most of the way back at 60km/h. And the tire is still inflated this now... don't think I'll see you on the road today though. The next WNR beer is on me!

maxf

11th March 2010, 14:09

No problems with the help - but for the size of a pack of ciggies the puncture kit is worth it (and a cheapo $10 LED torch from M10 is a bit of a no-brainer too for night rides!).

Did do the 80-90 toddle back in, the bugs were a PITA - esp with a headlight the size of mine! - and the wind was really strange, warm then really feeling as if it's about to rain? Weird.

Also smiling - Road Whale has just ticked over 190000, still ticking along (but does really need an oil change, see what's on this weekend & steal the stuff earmarked for the SO's car **again**).
May be there for Greta, see what happens- Phil, Gary - still on for some Sat rides?

helenoftroy

11th March 2010, 14:51

I love my bike. It's so awesome there's no word awesome enough to describe it. After last night I'm sure I made the right choice.

Am so so happy to hear you saying that Tris!!
Yes!!:2thumbsup:clap::woohoo::banana:

dangerous

11th March 2010, 16:38

Think it was me and the shiny new TDM behind you, looked pretty good from where I was sitting
yeah that be bout right, would a looked dodgy from the TDMs view point... gezz wasnt HOT leaving her self wide open hehehe...

I love my bike. It's so awesome there's no word awesome enough to describe it. After last night I'm sure I made the right choice.

Well, just 3 more weeks to go
Its a HONDA man... what ya expect?
3 weeks for what?

gloplg

11th March 2010, 16:38

May be there for Greta, see what happens- Phil, Gary - still on for some Sat rides?

Yes!!!!!!! Can you organise some nice weather for us.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Anyone else interested in the idea of a Saturday cruise when WNR finishes????

cruza

11th March 2010, 17:17

Wicked ride!! I counted about 50 bikes at the carpark, but a few didn't come along. God I hate those bugs. Rode to work this morning and the stench is unbareable.

I love my bike. It's so awesome there's no word awesome enough to describe it. After last night I'm sure I made the right choice.

Mint ride last nite, quick turn around and back to town as was really tired , Fark the flies were bad again last nite, hornet and me stopped at GAS taitapu to clean visor's and headlights as both were covered, magic when you have light and can see ! Those 2 xr650's got me drooling............ Ya right about the crap range budda, Used to always carry a couple of coke bottles with spare gas. Why did I sell mine:angry2:
Hard to see how ya broke the buell DD ................... ya seemed to be really nursing it compared to the run home the other WNR:innocent:

cruza

11th March 2010, 17:21

Yes!!!!!!! Can you organise some nice weather for us.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Anyone else interested in the idea of a Saturday cruise when WNR finishes????

Maybe dare I say it ....... A end of season pie run:love: ....... jacksons ...... Has been a while , awesome turn out over last few years when it has been done.

sammcj

11th March 2010, 17:33

Had the camera on the wrong bloody setting all night without noticing, so photos are a bit shitballs this time.

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sammcj

11th March 2010, 17:34

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cruza

11th March 2010, 17:35

I realise that there is a bit of opposition to people bringing their kids along but its great for us. I would like to orginise a "family style" ride one sunday... so am going to throw some ideas out there for discussion. Actually i will start a new thread about it.

As long as they are kitted up , haven't really heard of any opposition? Kids ride was talked about a while back at one of the rallies, woodstock? maybe a barbie or something at the end of it, as Alot are still only on trikes aye Dangerous:shifty:

i'm a tad worried as our 2 1/2 yr old can climb up on my bike, put the key in , and start the bike( when I'm there of course) and demand a ride on the fuel tank up and down the drive). :shit:

sammcj

11th March 2010, 17:37

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11th March 2010, 17:38

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brp

11th March 2010, 17:44

brp I still love you
You let my boy ride the hoonish thumper! & you'd never even met or ridden with him before!how awesome is that?

Gathered being your son he'd know his way round a bike :) He handled it like a dream - nice and smooth, refreshing to meet a young guy with good manners, he had a good "grin on" when he jumped off at Duvauchelle's.

Melviee (brit green 900 trumpie) and I came back through governors bay and I ran out of gas at the waltham bridge lights, lent bike over and made it home - we should have turned off at gebbies and came out at the sign of the kiwi.

Might have to shell out for one of those whale tanks - or stock up on coke bottles :)

brp

11th March 2010, 18:03

Cheerz for the photos sammcj :)

dangerous

11th March 2010, 18:09

Maybe dare I say it ....... A end of season pie run:love: ....... jacksons ...... Has been a while , awesome turn out over last few years when it has been done.

yeah, awesome run... cant this weekend tho, bugger it.

gloplg

11th March 2010, 19:14

Had the camera on the wrong bloody setting all night without noticing, so photos are a bit shitballs this time.

Thanks Sam. The photo's look great!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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KiwiPhoenix

12th March 2010, 19:35

Nice pics Sammcj!

Ghost_Bullet

12th March 2010, 20:43

Twas a great ride over the hill. Enjoyd it heaps. about to leave all kitted, and the bloody key would not turn the ignition on... somthing jammed somehow... had to leave the bike in a back shed... poor thing... I mourned for her right up until I saw her single eye gleeming through my rear vision mirror on trailer behind me car last night.
What a great night for a ride last night it would have been, no traffic at all, almost, wet conditions and heaps of understeer along with the stink of brakes each sde of the hill... mmmmm yum.

One bonus from it all, and after which lead me to showering. I sure got me "leg over", (made well aware of my choice of words... ooops)... but getting back to town, thunder let me ride is new B-King back to town...(I almost felt a little slutty) cheers to SuziQ Thunder and Transalper... times like these ya feel totally stink, but with assistance from fellow bikers... cheers. Humbling.

A few pics got by me.
And hopefully the weekend I shall find solution to me tiny drama.

Peeteey

13th March 2010, 01:20

No problems with the help - but for the size of a pack of ciggies the puncture kit is worth it (and a cheapo $10 LED torch from M10 is a bit of a no-brainer too for night rides!).

Yep, sage advice as always Max! I have a little LED keyring which has saved me many times, puncture kit is on my list now :)

Yes!!!!!!! Can you organise some nice weather for us.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Anyone else interested in the idea of a Saturday cruise when WNR finishes????

I am in so long as they're a day time thing. I work Sat nights so would have to be home by 6pm, tucked up nice and warm in bed! I wish, more like getting ready for work.

Maybe dare I say it ....... A end of season pie run:love: ....... jacksons ...... Has been a while , awesome turn out over last few years when it has been done.

Pie run? I dig pies :yes: and running :innocent:;)

Had the camera on the wrong bloody setting all night without noticing, so photos are a bit shitballs this time.

Nice piccies Sam! Love those G10s! I see the G11 is out so maybe now the 10 will come down to my price range, i.e. second hand and dirt cheap!

I'm a tad worried as our 2 1/2 yr old can climb up on my bike, put the key in , and start the bike( when I'm there of course) and demand a ride on the fuel tank up and down the drive). :shit:

Ha ha! I used to do that to my dad, tho he was taking me round the garden on his old Suzi A50! Brilliant bike, learned to ride on that!
Reckon it's time to put an extra lock on yer bikes mate! :yes:

Casualty

13th March 2010, 15:36

Gathered being your son he'd know his way round a bike :) He handled it like a dream - nice and smooth, refreshing to meet a young guy with good manners, he had a good "grin on" when he jumped off at Duvauchelle's.

Melviee (brit green 900 trumpie) and I came back through governors bay and I ran out of gas at the waltham bridge lights, lent bike over and made it home - we should have turned off at gebbies and came out at the sign of the kiwi.

Might have to shell out for one of those whale tanks - or stock up on coke bottles :)Thanks again for giving me a go on that beast. I think I'm definitely going to have to try and find one for myself now!

Ghost_Bullet

13th March 2010, 21:03

Mmm well took a few things to the bike today, screwdrivers, hacksaws, spanners, sockets, hammers, compressed air and probes.
No idea what I did, but we have a goer me thinks, may get out again this coming Wednesday

A look ar a naked Griso below, are YOU below 18yrs?? Shade your eyes pleasend think bad thoughts.
Images like these get me excited everytime.
1. Key ignition and the raised sleave is the key chip reader
2. Hot naked ness.
3. Lookin up from under her....
4.We have life.
5.Look at those boobs!!!!!!
6.Tankless.

helenoftroy

14th March 2010, 04:33

Lmao Ghostie!those shots are....x-rated!:eek5:

Wondered why we ended up following Transalper into town so late(hes a bit of an expert at rescuing stranded KBers)

Neels,myself & leopardskin came across young Scotty(Flyingkiwi)& were contemplating what to do....Typical!I have a puncture kit on both my bikes(thanks to Dave...:msn-wink:)but I was on Casualtys(son Sams)bike!

But along came leadon & maxf to the rescue.The Birdlings Flat guys torch was a big help too.We all slowly followed Scotty to Halswell & leadon followed him till he was safely home in Lincoln:scooter:

KiwiPhoenix

14th March 2010, 10:17

I agree HoT, they are x-rated! *whispers* looks good though :laugh:

Hope you got the problem sorted GhostBullet and hope to see you on Wed night!

Is the plan still for Greta Valley??

Booswap

14th March 2010, 17:51

Hell im keen on going on any run that has pies or just food in general at the end of it.

I mean Wednesdays for me are great not only do i get to ride around with a great bunch of bikes i get my weekly BK fix.

gloplg

14th March 2010, 18:59

Is the plan still for Greta Valley??

I think so...........................Unless someone has a better idea????????????

Transalper

14th March 2010, 20:21

....Wondered why we ended up following Transalper into town so late(hes a bit of an expert at rescuing stranded KBers)

....We all slowly followed Scotty to Halswell & leadon followed him till he was safely home in Lincoln:scooter:Wasn't a lot of help this time but stayed about just in case.
Was a bit surprised when we came across others still on their way home since we had left so long after everyone else. Now I know why.
I enjoyed the ride and putting another face or two to names.

maxf

14th March 2010, 20:30

Ghost_Bullet

14th March 2010, 20:32

I am keen on Greta to, not as far to push the bike should I have to... hehe

maxf

14th March 2010, 20:51

I am keen on Greta to, not as far to push the bike should I have to... hehe

Would one of those 1ltr camping fuel bottles (for petrol stoves) you get at Kathmandu help (or is 1ltr literally a drop in the bucket?)... I know others say use Coke bottles etc but that really sounds quite dodgy from a few points-of-view, unless you like that kind of excitement!! :shit::shutup::innocent:

PS - must admit some admiration for the MG rear end on yours - they got rid of the second universal joint in their design which is the Achilles heel of the BMW paralever....

Ghost_Bullet

14th March 2010, 21:12

Would one of those 1ltr camping fuel bottles (for petrol stoves) you get at Kathmandu help (or is 1ltr literally a drop in the bucket?)... I know others say use Coke bottles etc but that really sounds quite dodgy from a few points-of-view, unless you like that kind of excitement!! :shit::shutup::innocent:

PS - must admit some admiration for the MG rear end on yours - they got rid of the second universal joint in their design which is the Achilles heel of the BMW paralever....

Oh I am not one bit worried about gas... it is more the putting the key in and turning the F&^%er, as happened over at D.

P.S, I appreciate your appreciation of the Griso rear end. My eyes scan the area most often, I spend extra time there cleaning all the nooks and crannies.

dangerous

15th March 2010, 05:06

P.S, I appreciate your appreciation of the Griso rear end. My eyes scan the area most often, I spend extra time there cleaning all the nooks and crannies.
NO ya dont, you spend extra time there waiting in antisapation for the next oil leak...

E Ashmore

15th March 2010, 10:37

Hi all, after a very exciting ride to duva on my new bike i have come to the conclusion that 125hp is just too much for me. After some grovelling and whining to the happy chappies at Avon City Suzuki, I have managed to convince them to let me have my old GSXR back, so all going well i should be back in action just in time for the ride to greta valley. looking forward to riding with all you awesome fullas and fullettas soon. :D

Ghost_Bullet

15th March 2010, 12:28

NO ya dont, you spend extra time there waiting in antisapation for the next oil leak...

WASH YA MOUTH OUT!!!! The only thing I antisapate coming out of that rear end is the sweet sounding aftermath of exploding fuel, thrusting those pistons up and down!!!

Peeteey

15th March 2010, 14:19

looking forward to riding with all you awesome fullas and fullettas soon. :D

:lol: I often wondered what the feminine of Fullas was!

dangerous

15th March 2010, 16:24

I have managed to convince them to let me have my old GSXR back, Did they remove that farking black scrible of the rear cowl? good shit man ;)

brp

15th March 2010, 17:21

Thanks again for giving me a go on that beast. I think I'm definitely going to have to try and find one for myself now!

"No worries Sam" I'll keep an eye out for ya - help ya empty ya mums bank account :D

helenoftroy

15th March 2010, 20:14

"No worries Sam" I'll keep an eye out for ya - help ya empty ya mums bank account :D
He'd txted bout 2 on Tard Me by the time I got home from the WNR!!:clap:
.....hes got to sell the wee cibby first
Mum does an exceptionally fine job at emptying the bank account all on her own thank you very much!:Oops::bye::done:

looking forward to riding with all you awesome fullas and fullettas soon. :D
....never been described as a fulletta before
sounds rather exotic & Italian!:scratch:

gloplg

15th March 2010, 21:10

Mum does an exceptionally fine job at emptying the bank account all on her own thank you very much!:Oops::bye::done:
....never been described as a fulleta before
sounds rather exotic & Italian!:scratch:

Thought you had enough Italians in your life to empty your bank account HOT Lady. What with the four wheel twenty valve Italian, coupled with the "Blue Duke" that you are frequently seen with.................But I have been known to be wrong of course!!:innocent::innocent::rofl::rofl:

Peeteey

15th March 2010, 22:30

....never been described as a fulleta before
sounds rather exotic & Italian!:scratch:

I thought it sounded like an entrée. "Would madam care for something to drink with her Fulettas? Bollinger '62? A fine choice madam." :yes:

helenoftroy

15th March 2010, 23:15

Thought you had enough Italians in your life to empty your bank account HOT Lady. What with the four wheel twenty valve Italian, coupled with the "Blue Duke" that you are frequently seen with.................But I have been known to be wrong of course!!:innocent::innocent::rofl::rofl:
True!! tho fortunately, the "Blue Duke"is an exceedingly low maintanence girl!:love:

I thought it sounded like an entrée. "Would madam care for something to drink with her Fulettas? Bollinger '62? A fine choice madam." :yes:
Lol...yeah so it does,& yes! I'd have it with Bolly thanks(devine stuff!)

I keep wanting to rhyme Fulleta with Lambretta!:scooter::scooter::scooter:

Dave-

16th March 2010, 09:17

greta this week yeah?

bringing along some motosoc peeps, should be choice.

grusomhat

16th March 2010, 18:39

greta this week yeah?

bringing along some motosoc peeps, should be choice.

I'll be along to join. Been looking for some more rides around chch. (I'm in motosoc.)

E Ashmore

16th March 2010, 21:00

Did they remove that farking black scrible of the rear cowl? good shit man ;)

Does the hair dresser remove that red fuzz from your head and chin when you go to see them?
but in all seriousness, i will be re designing that and painting it on so it doesn't go missing

Peeteey

16th March 2010, 21:16

greta this week yeah?

bringing along some motosoc peeps, should be choice.

Question: What's Motosoc? :scratch:

Subike

16th March 2010, 21:44

MUMBLE mumble
broken right arm,
cant ride
have fun peoples

phoenixgtr

17th March 2010, 08:10

Question: What's Motosoc? :scratch:

Motorsport society of the University of Canterbury

brp

17th March 2010, 08:19

He'd txted bout 2 on Tard Me by the time I got home from the WNR!!:clap:
.....hes got to sell the wee cibby first
Mum does an exceptionally fine job at emptying the bank account all on her own thank you very much!:Oops::bye::done:

:D - Only ever seen a couple of XR650R's come up for sale in Christchurch on tardme over the course of a year - young fella might have to hook one out from Auckland like a mate and I did - usually real tidy with less places to ride up there. If he does see a tidy one in Ch-Ch snap it up cause it could be a long wait between XR's :D

You own a four wheeled italian ? You fortunate your bank account has money in it at any stage :D

been_there

17th March 2010, 12:48

I see blue sky finally

cruza

17th March 2010, 12:51

:D - Only ever seen a couple of XR650R's come up for sale in Christchurch on tardme over the course of a year - young fella might have to hook one out from Auckland like a mate and I did - usually real tidy with less places to ride up there. If he does see a tidy one in Ch-Ch snap it up cause it could be a long wait between XR's :D

Yeah I did the same with mine, road trip to the north island to look at 3 , then week later a mint one for sale in greymouth that had never been off road, deal was done on the spot , loaded into old work van and home. Problem is the good ones are well sort after and don't last long on the market. Same when I sold it , got 1k more and gone 1st day advertised.

Ghost_Bullet

17th March 2010, 16:21

I guess it is still greta for the evening. Being out this way I guess ya'all pass woodend around 6.50 7.00pm'ish, so I might just head out there and wait and clip on to the throng. Just over from the BP servo...

Flip

17th March 2010, 18:58

Bugger and bloody hell, I didn't get out of work in time again. This job is the curse of the working class. I have made arrangements to be free next week so I can pop out. Where we going?

KiwiPhoenix

17th March 2010, 20:17

I wouldn't worry Flip, there were a few missing tonight, I didn't go either. Hope you all had a nice ride?

So, next week, where are we headed??

Ghost_Bullet

17th March 2010, 20:50

It was an awesome fresh night out, rockin, got down to a mighty 5 degrees over the Ashley bridge on the way home, and 9 degrees poping from Waikari through to the valley. Good for getting intot he groove of the 30th Brass. Bring it on uh.
heated grips are awesome, but in saying that ya still need good gloves, otherwise the backs or ya hands are gonna get chilled.

And the griso made it back, no ignition key issues... maybe it was just the fear it had that I might strip the poor girl naked again. hehe.

Cheers peoples

Dave-

17th March 2010, 20:56

cold air advances the timing on the r6 :D

was nippy but the bike ran so smooth and well, felt like fluid beneith me.

phoenixgtr

17th March 2010, 21:08

Not a bad ride...a bit nippy but not a cloud in the sky

kerryhare

17th March 2010, 21:35

Made it home before 10pm, just. :yes: Ejoyed the ride and if only i could feel the tips of my fingers, hoping they thaw out soon.:cold:

Ghost_Bullet

17th March 2010, 22:16

so smooth and well, felt like fluid beneith me.
Ooooh I would have thought diarrhea is a bad thing.

Made it home before 10pm, just. :yes: Ejoyed the ride and if only i could feel the tips of my fingers, hoping they thaw out soon.:cold:

Hot grips will go some way to cure to that. back in 07 i did just that.
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gloplg

17th March 2010, 22:22

Good ride tonight although some were missing and missed. Chilly:cold::cold: describes the conditions!!!!

And on the way home:Police::Police::Oops::calm::2thumbsupNo probs officer just lemonade tonight:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Next week how about "The Hop" via the summit road, port, gebbies, old tai tap rd, etc.

:cry::cry:The week after is our last WNR for this season:crybaby::crybaby:I was wondering about Duvauchelles???????? What think the crew??????

maxf

17th March 2010, 22:27

Yes, thank god for putting on the thermals before going - and for heated handlebars; hot pie from GV was soon history, I reckon. On the other hand, as the Pet Shop Boys put it, "Driving through the night is so exciting!" and at least there weren't any swarms tonight... apologies for those I ended up following too, I think the headlight was a tad "assertive" (read high) so I've dropped it a bit now.

All in all a good ride - which I wasn't expecting watching the black clouds roll over the Port Hills this morning...

brp

18th March 2010, 07:51

Yeah I did the same with mine, road trip to the north island to look at 3 , then week later a mint one for sale in greymouth that had never been off road, deal was done on the spot , loaded into old work van and home. Problem is the good ones are well sort after and don't last long on the market. Same when I sold it , got 1k more and gone 1st day advertised.

"Road trip" you were a keen man - Good Stuff !

See tidy one on trademe at mo http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dirt-bikes/auction-277291504.htm

Speaking of greymouth, I scored a motard set up yesterday from there for 9 hundie, thought good deal - same value for tyres, sprockets, chain, disk alone.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=277913966

Traffic officer last night ? Where was the wee ecilop ?

Cheers to Mr Daytona for the extra light sitting in behind on the way home, one of those old school bicycle dynamo's would throw out as much light as the current set up :D

Saturday rides ? Wouldn't ya get a better turnout making it a sunday ride with a lot of people working saturday's ?

Dave-

18th March 2010, 09:05

Saturday rides ? Wouldn't ya get a better turnout making it a sunday ride with a lot of people working saturday's ?

I work sundays. it's shit.

Spuds1234

18th March 2010, 09:26

I work sundays. it's shit.

Sure is. Do Saturday.

gloplg

18th March 2010, 10:28

I work sundays. it's shit.

Me too!!!!!!!

helenoftroy

18th March 2010, 11:47

See tidy one on trademe at mo http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dirt-bikes/auction-277291504.htm
Speaking of greymouth, I scored a motard set up yesterday from there for 9 hundie, thought good deal - same value for tyres, sprockets, chain, disk alone.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=277913966

Ooohh!thats a very tidy looking one yes!!:devil2:

Excellent deal on the motard set-up brp!

So when will we see you out at the track with us racers chasing Budda ???:scooter:

....come on!you know you want to!....:msn-wink:

Didnt ride last night,did dessert,wine, & coffee with the girlfriends instead....the conversation was all about recycling bins,hot flushes & the latest dermal-fillers.... sat there soo wishing I was riding!!:crybaby::crybaby::crybaby:

phoenixgtr

18th March 2010, 12:38

been_there

18th March 2010, 13:00

Cheers to Mr Daytona for the extra light sitting in behind on the way home, one of those old school bicycle dynamo's would throw out as much light as the current set up :D

No probs, knew you had stuff all of a light...blast from the past.

Traffic officer last night ? Where was the wee ecilop ?

Remember you didnt have much light so u may of missed him..lol
not that we where speeding anyway :blink:
But I am sure glad we didn't get to see, talk or get alternative ride home a :shutup:

kerryhare

18th March 2010, 13:50

I work sundays. it's shit.

I agree, I get very few weekends off.

Spuds1234

18th March 2010, 16:12

I agree, I get very few weekends off.

Its not so much having both weekend days off (which is nice), its more having 2 days off in a row. Hell having Thursday and Friday off is often better to go shopping etc on because there are fewer people around.

cruza

18th March 2010, 16:36

Didnt ride last night,did dessert,wine, & coffee with the girlfriends instead....the conversation was all about recycling bins,hot flushes & the latest dermal-fillers.... sat there soo wishing I was riding!!:crybaby::crybaby::crybaby:

Yeah after having a lovely dinner, a logburner roaring and a few amaretto's ,strangely the bike didn't look to appealing after that:shifty:

be there for last ride of season.

cruza

18th March 2010, 16:42

I agree, I get very few weekends off.

Yeah working a roster can be hard at times, really have to look ahead and plan leave aye. think I end up with one full weekend every 3 mths , other than that its either sat or a sun off.

...But I have this sunday off..........hmmm maybe a pie run:shifty:

kerryhare

18th March 2010, 17:04

...But I have this sunday off..........hmmm maybe a pie run:shifty:

I am working sat and sun this week. So is Brent and i am sure he would like to go for a decent ride without having to worry about me.

brp

18th March 2010, 18:35

Excellent deal on the motard set-up brp!

Cheers, yeah to good to pass up

So when will we see you out at the track with us racers chasing Budda ???

....come on!you know you want to!....

"Tell me more Helen" :) - Won't you racers be winding up soon for winter ?

Would hot lady have site link please for info ?

Didnt ride last night,did dessert,wine, & coffee with the girlfriends instead....the conversation was all about recycling bins,hot flushes & the latest dermal-fillers.... sat there soo wishing I was riding!!

Your girlfreinds sound bikeless ?

Remember you didnt have much light so u may of missed him..lol :D

not that we where speeding anyway

But I am sure glad we didn't get to see, talk or get alternative ride home a

Could of been riding home as pillion of a fellow KB'er :D

maxf

18th March 2010, 19:37

Hey all - slight follow-up from last night, bit of a replay of the puncture saga of last week...

Must have got it last night, but a carpet tack makes for a nice slow puncture - no problems last night, but 10psi this morning for work. So, out with the Innovations kit - and for those of you still looking to buy one:

- don't buy the one with the small cannisters. All 3 of my smalls barely got to 24PSI in the rear tyre, and that with some residual pressure already in there. The big ones FollowMe had (abt 5 inches long by 2 diameter) are probably the minimum for reasonable non-scooter bikes...
- check your set has some reasonable amount of glue ... mine was pitiful (even if it hadn't all dried up too - luckily the hole was tiny and the "rubber string" has really bedded in well, and even then if the whole string went I'd still only have a small original hole/slow rate of deflation)
- still think the old BMW OEM puncture kit had it right on the money with including a little fold-out razor blade for the plug and a piece of chalk to mark the hole - the one tonight was hard to see in daylight, let alone if it was darker/wet.

Anyway, will checkout the replacements tomorrow.

Probably can't make anything this weekend either - doing a big system migration at work, will be babysitting software off-&-on all weekend...

dangerous

18th March 2010, 19:51

"Tell me more Helen" :) - Won't you racers be winding up soon for winter ? winter is just the start of our racing... :)

helenoftroy

18th March 2010, 20:45

"Tell me more Helen" :) - Won't you racers be winding up soon for winter ?

Would hot lady have site link please for info ?
Like Dangerous says - winter is for racing.There are meets at least every 4 wks,some months even more

Cant do a link sorry but there is a racing & a motard forum on here....theres a bunch of us that race...Im sure someone can tell you more:yes:

Oh & brp.....we all wear leathers at the track!!:nya:

brp

19th March 2010, 07:24

Max "You jinked yourself with all that talk about puncture repair kits at the Gretea" :D

Cheers guys and gals

"Leathers" heard that was the word on the wire, was looking at getting some for the road anyway - as much as I'd like to see "Hot lady" in her nurse's uniform at burwood I'm not keen on the skin grafts :D

maxf

19th March 2010, 09:24

Max "You jinked yourself with all that talk about puncture repair kits at the Gretea" :D

Yeah, guess so - just hope I didn't jinx a 1000km-old $300 tyre! So you finally got the XR started... is it demanding the TLC now winter is here? :cold::cold::cold:

helenoftroy

19th March 2010, 10:44

"Leathers" heard that was the word on the wire, was looking at getting some for the road anyway - as much as I'd like to see "Hot lady" in her nurse's uniform at burwood I'm not keen on the skin grafts :D
Man your a cheeky sod!:spanking:

Yeah, guess so - just hope I didn't jinx a 1000km-old $300 tyre! So you finally got the XR started... is it demanding the TLC now winter is here? :cold::cold::cold:
maxf surely your puncture escapades are done for now!but all good tips - I will check my kits:yes:

So the XR was a bit of a tart to start!!Hope theyre not all like that.....:shit:

brp

19th March 2010, 11:19

:D

Matey turned my idle up day we discovered bit of water in the fuel - I turned it down to far - since ya not meant to have any throttle on when starting it took a few kicks till I gave the throttle a wee flick - if ya just relax with it - it starts well - easy said than done when 40 motorbikes are leaving you on Marshlands - the gentlemen on the beamer stopping to see if I was alright seemed to do the trick and up it fired. Cheers Max - you're a great wingman :yes:

(Great starting bikes - get it right on the money using the decomp and its like kicking over a 100 :scooter:)

Flip

19th March 2010, 12:11

Man your a cheeky sod!:spanking:

maxf surely your puncture escapades are done for now!but all good tips - I will check my kits:yes:

So the XR was a bit of a tart to start!!Hope theyre not all like that.....:shit:

TWL in Hornby sell big man sized tubes of vulcanising glue.

leopardskin

19th March 2010, 12:42

only made it to Amberley this week but enjoyed the ride on new zx6er anyways :) Hot grips....needed....got them...no..bugger

KiwiPhoenix

19th March 2010, 13:23

Cheers Max - you're a great wingman :yes:

I second this! Not the first time that MaxF looks after me!!! Missed riding with you guys, normal riding will commence next week.

cruza

19th March 2010, 18:29

I'd like to see "Hot lady" in her nurse's uniform at burwood I'm not keen on the skin grafts :D

You'd be lucky , she's normally tucked away in the office posting on kb......................so I'm told

brp

19th March 2010, 19:06

She bound to have one somewhere, she not only a Hot lady but a lucky one by the sounds of it with us tax payers paying for her to surf KB - "Wait till Mr Key's gets a sniff of this" :bye: :D

dangerous

19th March 2010, 20:01

Hey those talking about a Saturday hoon... this wekend is the Horarata bike rally so Im thinking bout a blast round the Ashley and Mak gorges to the pub for a beer in the arvo.

neels

19th March 2010, 20:42

Hmmm. What time you heading out, I might be keen for a hoon and a quick pint at the pub in the arvo.

helenoftroy

19th March 2010, 22:23

You'd be lucky , she's normally tucked away in the office posting on kb......................so I'm told

She bound to have one somewhere, she not only a Hot lady but a lucky one by the sounds of it with us tax payers paying for her to surf KB - "Wait till Mr Key's gets a sniff of this" :bye: :D
Lmao!...well yes while doing paperwork there is sometimes a need to peruse a certain on-line forum!:innocent:

But never fear!I co-ordinate,organize,supervise & manage the hospital just fine!!:doctor:...man I have an awesome job !(apart from the ungodly hours)

Guess whos of to Alex to collect a red thumper this week?:woohoo::banana::clap:

neels

19th March 2010, 22:26

Guess whos of to Alex to collect a red thumper this week?:woohoo::banana::clap:
So the CBR is sold then?

helenoftroy

19th March 2010, 22:30

neels

19th March 2010, 22:40

Unfortunately no!!:no:
So really mum wants a new toy to play with??

Dumb question, is a XR650 that different to a DR650?

But I do get it, I like riding my XL and it's only a 250, even if it leaks more oil than it burns petrol :bleh:

helenoftroy

20th March 2010, 08:27

So really mum wants a new toy to play with??

Dumb question, is a XR650 that different to a DR650?

But I do get it, I like riding my XL and it's only a 250, even if it leaks more oil than it burns petrol :bleh:
Lmao!no...not that different!

and no its not going to be mine....but we might swap occasionally!:devil2:
Anyone know someone who wants to buy a CBR250R? mjscorpio where are you?:yes:

Will be great to be able to do the off-road,gravel,adventure stuff together

brp

20th March 2010, 08:40

Guess whos of to Alex to collect a red thumper this week?

"Nice Action" - looks a gem of a bike - Sam be buzzing :niceone:

No doubt you will be motarding the mint beast - "I can hook you up with some motard rims for $3500" :D

helenoftroy

20th March 2010, 21:09

"Nice Action" - looks a gem of a bike - Sam be buzzing :niceone:

No doubt you will be motarding the mint beast - "I can hook you up with some motard rims for $3500" :D

Yeah! hes one very happy boy!
$3500!!cough splutter!!....have to be some rather delectable extras for that price!!:msn-wink:

brp

20th March 2010, 21:35

have to be some rather delectable extras for that price!!

"I'm not that kind of guy" :D

Congrats to your boy - something for him to "Wet the whistle over"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUWMN9hctnM

helenoftroy

21st March 2010, 21:03

"I'm not that kind of guy" :D

Congrats to your boy - something for him to "Wet the whistle over"

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUWMN9hctnM

The vid is amazing! awesome bikes, riders, & terrain and the music sets it off
Flying Big Red Pigs!!:devil2:

...and really brp!:nono: we just thought the $3500 mite include full wheel set-up,punch up to a 680 with 2 stage cam,porting & polishing 1mm larger valves, Ediebrock 41mm pumper carb, jardine pipe....etc:innocent:

Anyways where to this week?did someone mention ending at the Twisted Hop?

Dave-

21st March 2010, 21:36

Anyways where to this week?did someone mention ending at the Twisted Hop?

sumner-bays-gebbies-hop

or vise versa?

helenoftroy

21st March 2010, 21:39

sumner-bays-gebbies-hop

or vise versa?
Either sounds good!:yes:

phoenixgtr

22nd March 2010, 07:28

sumner-bays-gebbies-hop

or vise versa?

I like. Not fussed on which direction

brp

22nd March 2010, 07:35

...and really brp! we just thought the $3500 mite include full wheel set-up,punch up to a 680 with 2 stage cam,porting & polishing 1mm larger valves, Ediebrock 41mm pumper carb, jardine pipe....etc

:D Try get 700 option kit :yes:

sumner-bays-gebbies-hop

or vise versa?

"Sounds goooooood"

We did run on saturday - dyers - right sign of the kiwi - gebbies - governors - up the hill back to kiwi - right - across the top and came out at summner lyttelon intersection - right to lyttelton - round to governors and back up over and down the hill - great run - 5 mins of city riding then into it !

KiwiPhoenix

22nd March 2010, 08:48

sumner-bays-gebbies-hop

or vise versa?

Since we are near the end of the summer season, I really want to get more shots of everyone so I would suggest that you do Gebbies-Bays-Sumner and I can be at Evans car park as you pass over to take some photos! Also then you don't get sunstrike (if the sun decides to come out at all!!)

Buddha#81

22nd March 2010, 09:24

might have to do this one before three weekends of racing in a row......the XR wont be on the road for awhile..........Mwahahahaha!

Buddha#81

22nd March 2010, 14:53

...and really brp!:nono: we just thought the $3500 mite include full wheel set-up,punch up to a 680 with 2 stage cam,porting & polishing 1mm larger valves, Ediebrock 41mm pumper carb, jardine pipe....etc:innocent:

but it will get you this http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-276011323.htm and put it back on the road too.......great bikes, it will run rings around a DR650!

gloplg

22nd March 2010, 17:59

sumner-bays-gebbies-hop

or vise versa?

Dyers, evans, port, around the bays , gebbies hop!

gloplg

22nd March 2010, 18:12

Since we are near the end of the summer season, I really want to get more shots of everyone so I would suggest that you do Gebbies-Bays-Sumner and I can be at Evans car park as you pass over to take some photos! Also then you don't get sunstrike (if the sun decides to come out at all!!)

If we go Dyers to Evans, you and whoever else wants to, could go via Sumner and arrive at the car park at the top of Evans in time for photos.

helenoftroy

22nd March 2010, 19:41

but it will get you this http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-276011323.htm and put it back on the road too.......great bikes, it will run rings around a DR650!

OMG!!
For the price that would be a huge amount of fun & ready to race.....& like you say,its got everything to put back on the road as well:calm:

Im the "bridging finance" for Sams new XR till the cibby sells so....:crybaby:

phoenixgtr

23rd March 2010, 08:10

KiwiPhoenix

23rd March 2010, 08:35

Does anyone have, or know anyone who has an SV650 that we can borrow an ignition coil off for testing?

...failing that...does anyone have, or know anyone who has a large heavy sledgehammer that we can borrow for 'testing'? :bash:

Sorry only have a wee girlie hammer! Don't think that would be much use to you. Hope you get it fixed!

brp

23rd March 2010, 10:48

Does anyone have, or know anyone who has an SV650 that we can borrow an ignition coil off for testing?

That dude on silver SV650 on the WNR might be able to oblige. Where you racing Mr Buddha ?

Dave-

23rd March 2010, 12:33

Anyone know someone who wants to buy a CBR250R? mjscorpio where are you?:yes:

shh shh shh

trying to get her on a 400 :P

Buddha#81

23rd March 2010, 14:46

Where you racing Mr Buddha ?

Ruapuna on sunday (FREE ENTRY)
Methven Easter Woohoo
Levels saturday after Easter

Adam_B

23rd March 2010, 15:56

Might be able to make the first half of this ride. I've got some tyres to scrub in :shifty:

What's the deal with the South Is Cup at Levels? Is that a new thing this year or am I getting too old to remember back a whole year?

dangerous

23rd March 2010, 18:57

What's the deal with the South Is Cup at Levels? Is that a new thing this year or am I getting too old to remember back a whole year?
South Is cup is run every 2nd year... 3 rounds 1 at each of the south Is tracks.
Its a cool series turns the average meet s into a holiday... I hold the current :first: in post classics pre82 open and :third: in buckets, Rashika holds :first: in posties up to 350cc... all are up for grabs this year :)

Does anyone have, or know anyone who has an SV650 that we can borrow an ignition coil off for testing?
More likely to be a reg/rec... I know bike sparky if ya need it tested out.

E Ashmore

23rd March 2010, 20:50

I will be coming to this ride :) i really can't wait keen for a blat through the bays. Got the bike back new tyre and a charging battery this time.

Dave-

24th March 2010, 07:20

I may not be along, see how my uni work load is this arvo.

brp

24th March 2010, 08:19

Ruapuna on sunday (FREE ENTRY)
Methven Easter Woohoo
Levels saturday after Easter

What time is your first race on Sunday Buddha ? "Go the mighty Pig" :D

When had coil problem just googled how to test coil and think just tested resistence with a multi meter.

What's the go tonight with the weather team ? "Heard showers arvo and evening" - hopefully won't be much :yes:

TuonoTom

24th March 2010, 09:49

I'll be there tonight.... as long as the rain stays away...

Buddha#81

24th March 2010, 10:18

What time is your first race on Sunday Buddha ? "Go the mighty Pig" :D

I'll be doing the sprint races in the morning but giving the enduro a miss in the arvo, Methven is next weekend so that far more important. You should pop out and see the BRP punch above its weight (10 am onwards)

JMemonic

24th March 2010, 11:31

Which way are we going? I see a proposal for the bays initially Evans pass to Gebbies, then Gebbies to Evans, then the route got to Dyers to Evans (which to my figuring would mean sumit to Evans.

gloplg

24th March 2010, 12:07

Which way are we going? I see a proposal for the bays initially Evans pass to Gebbies, then Gebbies to Evans, then the route got to Dyers to Evans (which to my figuring would mean sumit to Evans.

YEHAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's Wednesday. YIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!

My origional thought was Dyers, Evans, around the bays, Gebbies, Old Taitap and back to the Hop. I realise not everyone will want to go over the Summit Road and they can go via Sumner and wait at the car park at the top of Evans Pass.

KP wants to take some photo's so she will probably leave a few minutes early and anyone else who wants to take photo's could leave with her.

See you all tonight lets have a good turnout!!!!!!!!!

Duvauchelles next week?????????

sammcj

24th March 2010, 12:21

hmm....

"High cloud, afternoon shower. Southwest change." (http://metservice.co.nz/public/localWeather/christchurch.html)

Shadowjack

24th March 2010, 12:32

Have a good one, folks - won't be there tonight. See you all next week.

been_there

24th March 2010, 13:04

Have a good one, folks - won't be there tonight. See you all next week.

Same o same o :bye:

phoenixgtr

24th March 2010, 13:41

Nor will I be along tonight

cruza

24th March 2010, 16:19

YEHAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's Wednesday. YIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!

My origional thought was Dyers, Evans, around the bays, Gebbies, Old Taitap and back to the Hop. I realise not everyone will want to go over the Summit Road and they can go via Sumner and wait at the car park at the top of Evans Pass.

Duvauchelles next week?????????

Sounds good, Really notice the daylight fading quicker in the evenings now, Duvauchelles for last run be good, may leave bit earlier if anyone keen.

SpeedMonger

24th March 2010, 16:41

I won't be along tonight since I took cage to work today due to deluge at home this morning. Will be along next week for a Duva ride. Can go earlier Cruza. Let me know. Have fun all!

dangerous

24th March 2010, 16:51

I'll be doing the sprint races in the morning but giving the enduro a miss in the arvo, what about the 30min bucket race tho, ya doing that?

Nor will I be along tonight
Ohh crap, was going to bring the signiture with me ya need

EDIT: not going either was bringing the XN Turbo now compleat, well aparently not quite the shop didnt sort it in time.

PS: how was that wee storm to ride through, hehe... wernt on the summit road I hope?

cruza

24th March 2010, 19:17

how was that wee storm to ride through, hehe... wernt on the summit road I hope?

Impressive watching it roll down lytt harbour, massive lightning strikes, half dozen of us at evans pass , made a run for it , my leathers are nice and clean now! , just a tad wet.....................:cold:

cruza

24th March 2010, 19:21

I won't be along tonight since I took cage to work today due to deluge at home this morning. Will be along next week for a Duva ride. Can go earlier Cruza. Let me know. Have fun all!

Will do , made a wise choice re cage!

sammcj

24th March 2010, 19:23

Well... wasn't that interesting!

Came round a corner where there was little protection from the wind and big gust of wind/hail pushed me over and off down a bank. Landed face down on a rock over the tank!

Thanks so much to the good buggers that stopped to help me out of that 'off-road adventure'.

Bike is OK, very wobbly turning right, think wheel is warped. (which made it very slow riding on the way back)
RHS faring is scratched to buggery.

As for me, bloody sore back, grazes on my legs but all and all I'm bloody lucky.

Thanks again guys!

EDIT: Wheel is fine (I think), just had to re-align the steering :D

Dave-

24th March 2010, 19:24

PS: how was that wee storm to ride through, hehe... wernt on the summit road I hope?

FUCKING EPIC!!!

zooming up evans from sumner side the wind picked right up, and I could see the clouds flickering with the most powerful electrostatic force in nature - raw electricity.

I got to the car park and looked down at the monster rolling down the harbour, road was still dry so I start chopping down evans pass, that's when the wind hit.

it was what I'd imagine a leaf feels like, phowar was it powerful, pushed the bike all over the road like a flag in the wind.

I jump on the brakes and slow the bike down, trying to point it into the wind so to reduce the sail effect.

Ashmore eventually comes down when I stopped wondering where they'd got to, he carries on and we creep into lyttelton, we're soaked before we get there.

Stopping in lyttelton to regroup/watch the lightning/laugh maniacly at the lightning the others come down also, I txt brent to let him know I'm heading home, then I decided to go to the pub, then the shit weather on the chch side of the tunnel made me decide to go home again.

I showered and warmed up.

Ghost_Bullet

24th March 2010, 19:31

Thats funny, twas and still is fine out this side, maybe ya should have done an ashley oxford run... someone needs to invest in a crystal ball.

cruza

24th March 2010, 19:35

Thats funny, twas and still is fine out this side, maybe ya should have done an ashley oxford run... someone needs to invest in a crystal ball.

Yeah you could see blue sky out that way! came thru really quick and cleared soon after

maxf

24th March 2010, 20:11

Yep, mucho gusto even just at Evans - great fun watching the lightning hit the hill (over the brow), start a fire (lots of black smoke for abt 10 secs) then the rain/hail came and that was the end of that!

definitely a real microclimate out there - back in town, just a bit of dampness (apart from on me, I was right soaked) and at home just some laughs when the SO said she'd avoided going for a walk with the neighbour as they thought it looked a bit black!!

Hope everyone else got thru OK (apart from Sammy's unluck hangliding - the Bond movies are supposed to be on Saturday nights, not tonight).

KiwiPhoenix

24th March 2010, 20:48

I've attached a few photos that I took tonight, couldn't do anymore, camera wouldn't play ball!!!

Pic 1: Lighting hit, the pinkish tinge is the lighting
Pic 2: Front rolling in
Pic 3: Again lighting hit, pinkish tinge

Got home feeling very damp and cold, not a nice feeling!! Feeling more thawed out now....

Peetey, if you got any footage tonight I would love a copy please!!

helenoftroy

24th March 2010, 21:05

Well... wasn't that interesting!

Came round a corner where there was little protection from the wind and big gust of wind/hail pushed me over and off down a bank.

Thanks so much to the good buggers that stopped to help me out of that 'off-road adventure'.

Bike is OK, very wobbly turning right, think wheel is warped. (which made it very slow riding on the way back)
RHS faring is scratched to buggery.

As for me, bloody sore back, grazes on my legs but all and all I'm bloody lucky.

Thanks again guys!
Where you came to grief,the wind gusts were wicked!
we saw you & I couldnt stop ! had to go to the other side of the road in the lieu of a hill...then when you were under way again i had to get neels to help me struggle to get the Duc upright off the stand!!:shit:

Hope your OK Sam....think you will be sore and stiff for the next 48hrs or so,hope the bike isnt too bad ,take care...:hug:

FUCKING EPIC!!!
.........

Lol!remember that 1st summer of WNRs when there was a awesome storm & a massive hail storm just as we rode into Diamond harbour?

Im sure I remember you and Spuds were loving it but the sprotsbike guys limped home a zero ks an hour!!:yes:

I was on my old R100GS,she was in her element:yeah:

maxf

24th March 2010, 21:05

neels

24th March 2010, 21:12

PS: how was that wee storm to ride through, hehe... wernt on the summit road I hope?
Um, yup we was.

Hail up dyers pass and around the summit road to about rapaki, hell windy so had to slow down to bugger all for the exposed bits of the road, particularly the worst one where we found sammy hiding in the shrubbery. Wasn't game to stop in the wind so parked a bit further up the road behind the bank so my bike didn't join his over the side, a few hands had the bike back on the road. Carried on along the summit watching the lightning show, down to evans and then Lyttleton just in case there were people waiting, nobody there so back through the tunnel to the hop for a drink with the other soggy people.

All good fun, what's on for next week :Punk:

TuonoTom

24th March 2010, 22:12

Am happy to say i bitched out and headed for shelter before the storm hit! Got the bike into a garage about 30 seconds before the hail hit.

T.W.R

24th March 2010, 22:17

Well... wasn't that interesting!

Came round a corner where there was little protection from the wind and big gust of wind/hail pushed me over and off down a bank. Landed face down on a rock over the tank!

Thanks so much to the good buggers that stopped to help me out of that 'off-road adventure'.

Bike is OK, very wobbly turning right, think wheel is warped. (which made it very slow riding on the way back)
RHS faring is scratched to buggery.

As for me, bloody sore back, grazes on my legs but all and all I'm bloody lucky.

Thanks again guys!

:shit: Dude!

And who was it saying they'd be giving the bike a well earned clean last evening:slap:

Least you're in one bit.....plastic & metal can be repaired :niceone:

That front looked pretty awesome heading toward the pennisula from out this way....the lightening strikes were :gob:

sammcj

24th March 2010, 22:30

dpgreg

24th March 2010, 22:37

OK - don't mean to do a thread hijack, but got this tonight from the nice people at the BMWOR Canterbury :yes::yes: - posting here as it's time-sensitive and it could save you some serious $$$$ :shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit:

In case you didn't realise this was possible... :innocent:

The ACC levy's on bike's goes into effect on the _1st of next month_. You are entitled to hold up to 18 months Rego at any time. The post shop will give you the Rego top up form you need

All you need to do is calculate 18 month from the date in fill it in... So ensure you have the full 18 months Rego at the current low price before the insane prices start.

This of course presumes you **do** want to keep up the rego, and I don't know what the story is if you put it on hold, either.

Max

Don't panic!!!

According to www.acc.co.nz "New levies will take effect from 1 April 2010, except for motor vehicle levies which take effect from1 July 2010."

And the increase in the ACC part of the rego isn't as bad as it could have been:

For bikes 600cc and over, it is currently $252 year; ACC planned to hike that to $745, but the Government has backtracked to $426, an increase of $174 a year.

For motorbikes 600cc and under you currently pay $252 a year; ACC had planned for that to rise to $511, but the Government has scaled that back to $327 - an increase of $75 a year.

Ride a moped 50cc and under, and you currently pay $58 a year; the plan was for that to jump to $257, but it will now be $129, an increase of $71.

Peeteey

25th March 2010, 02:17

Very true indeed.
I thought I was at the back of the group and as no one in front saw me do the stunt I was starting to wonder how I was going to get out of this one!
What a relief it was to see the other guys heading towards me.
Not sure if I want to look over The beast tomorrow or not!

Glad you're ok man, was wondering how you lot would get on. Hope both you and the bike heal well!
Also glad I wasn't with you! Got home with minimal pelting by hail, about 15 mins worth. Got some lightning on video too!

Peeteey

25th March 2010, 02:26

Peetey, if you got any footage tonight I would love a copy please!!

Oh yes, video is done and will be on it's way up to the WWW tomorrow I hope. Did you make it home unsodden? We didn't! :no:

dangerous

25th March 2010, 05:11

Am happy to say i bitched out and headed for shelter before the storm hit! Got the bike into a garage about 30 seconds before the hail hit.
Mate, ya woulda been fine... ya on a Honda, phoenixgtr turned up at home on his new bike soaked through, altho he looked like a trashed chinchiller (those stupid wee rat like dogs) the CBR hadent desolved.

been_there

25th March 2010, 06:51

sammcj

25th March 2010, 08:19

Any tips on doing an el-cheapo temporary repair to that indicator?
Anyone here do kiwibiker friendly re-spray jobs?

201709201710

brp

25th March 2010, 08:22

sammcj
Very true indeed.
I thought I was at the back of the group and as no one in front saw me do the stunt I was starting to wonder how I was going to get out of this one!
What a relief it was to see the other guys heading towards me.
Not sure if I want to look over The beast tomorrow or not!

"You make a good sail being so tall" :D long as you ok main thing - beats two new wheels - a wheelchair.

Sheks yeah that wind - lead gal put her hand out left when we approached that gusty part, thought we were pulling over :D Cheers for keeping us safe leader - nice riding with two bikes up your jacksie weighing half the weight of your Big bike.

KiwiPhoenix

25th March 2010, 08:23

Oh yes, video is done and will be on it's way up to the WWW tomorrow I hope. Did you make it home unsodden? We didn't! :no:

Nope, soaked through! Got home and felt damp and cold, still haven't quite thawed out yet, sitting here in my thermals :laugh:

Will PM you about the video

brp

25th March 2010, 08:27

You coud break an old indicator lens and glue a piece of it in behind your one. Waltham panel and paint were ultra cheap when needed job done on my van (few years ago now) but could be worth a try.

Those scratches deep ? If light that matching colour Turtle wax that is designed for scratches works well, had to use it when scratched up "the outlaws" terrano down at the waimak I was test driving - worked so well I bought the terrano. :D

neels

25th March 2010, 08:59

Any tips on doing an el-cheapo temporary repair to that indicator?
Anyone here do kiwibiker friendly re-spray jobs?

201709201710
Damn. :(

Being the rough bugger I am I'd probably just fill the hole with some RTV until I got around to sorting it properly (note to self, must replace indicator lens that's held on with electrical tape) :shifty:

As brp said you will probably find that a lot of the scratches will polish out, but unfortunately not all of them.

At least you didn't manage to find any really big rocks with the bike, only with your head.

Buddha#81

25th March 2010, 09:46

lead gal put her hand out left when we approached that gusty part, thought we were pulling over :D Cheers for keeping us safe leader - nice riding with two bikes up your jacksie weighing half the weight of your Big bike.

She backed the pace off when she had a moment on one of the cattlestops, very lucky it was not a highside.

I sat the worst of it out in the shelter on the top with a couple of others. My leathers are now drying before I need them for racing on Sunday! teeshirt, dungers and leathers+hail and wind=very cold and uncomfortable.

brp

25th March 2010, 12:23

She backed the pace off when she had a moment on one of the cattlestops, very lucky it was not a highside.

"First thing she mentioned when she got off her bike at the twisted hop" :shit:

In hindsight my full-face helmet would have been the go instead of my face being pelted with hail, how were you guys and gals finding it with visors - did ya need to have them up to see where you were going ? (Helmet with a wiper blade be the go :D)

Adam_B

25th March 2010, 12:29

I'm sure my old fullface would have fogged up but my new one with a pinlock visor was no prob.

sammcj

25th March 2010, 12:39

In hindsight my full-face helmet would have been the go instead of my face being pelted with hail, how were you guys and gals finding it with visors - did ya need to have them up to see where you were going ? (Helmet with a wiper blade be the go :D)

Tell you what, If I was wearing a half-helmet last night I would have lost my chin to a rock!

Buddha#81

25th March 2010, 13:12

"First thing she mentioned when she got off her bike at the twisted hop" :shit:

I rolled off the gas expecting to have to avoid a bike and rider. But it was werd it never gripped and the pending highside never happened. I'd be buying a lotto ticket as well as that beer.

Gezz some of you guys/gurls are fooken hard fookers, buggar if i'd want to stand in a pub after being out in that......I pussied out and went home and showered, then had a beer.

maxf

25th March 2010, 14:12

I pussied out and went home and showered, then had a beer.

Ditto, but a nice hot coffee (hot beer wouldn't appeal, somehow).

brp

25th March 2010, 15:46

Nice one Adam - cheers for reminding me about the pin lock - will be handy over winter.

Yeah Sam you been wearing one of the "Frank Spencer" helmets would have been messy.

Maybe being so wet Buddha she just kept sliding till her supreme riding skills righted the bike.

Chuck some Grants in ya coffee Max - warm ya up real good :yes:

neels

25th March 2010, 16:26

Gezz some of you guys/gurls are fooken hard fookers, buggar if i'd want to stand in a pub after being out in that......I pussied out and went home and showered, then had a beer.
Takes a lot more than that to scare me off from having a beer, or for that matter from riding the bike, although the wind/rain/lightning/hailstones do tend to slow you down a bit :cold:

Peeteey

25th March 2010, 17:06

:Punk:

Hey kids, just a quickie to let you know the vid with some lightnin on it is up on Youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wo1sa0j3WXs

:Punk:

Some stills attached

:Punk:

Subike

25th March 2010, 17:54

awsome peeteey
almost as good as being there.

dangerous

25th March 2010, 19:09

Anyone here do kiwibiker friendly re-spray jobs? wouldnt reconmend anyone other than "James Lee Design" on Lismore st, if you have ever seen 'the reaper' (a GSXR750) well thats his work and bike.

gloplg

25th March 2010, 19:58

helenoftroy

25th March 2010, 20:35

I rolled off the gas expecting to have to avoid a bike and rider. But it was werd it never gripped and the pending highside never happened. I'd be buying a lotto ticket as well as that beer.

Gezz some of you guys/gurls are fooken hard fookers, buggar if i'd want to stand in a pub after being out in that......I pussied out and went home and showered, then had a beer.

So did retroqueens tires grip again as soon as she was over the cattlestop?

You pussycat Budda!!:innocent:
Ya need more practise to harden up!:Punk::apumpin::violin:

JellyBellyKelly

25th March 2010, 20:39

here i was, home cooking cruza a rice pudding to warm him up after his ride in the rain......

was an awesome storm to watch!

phoenixgtr

25th March 2010, 20:50

You pussycat Budda!!:innocent:
Ya need more practise to harden up!:Punk::apumpin::violin:

Yeah he's not doing much for the "tough bucket racer" image

Lets hope next week is a little less dramatic for the last official ride of the season!

brp

26th March 2010, 07:15

"Do you have the piggie in the sty" hotlady ? Been for a spin - starting it alright ?

cruza

26th March 2010, 07:29

Thats a awesome video peeteey, really shows the storm front and lightning well, nice storm outfit aye:innocent: getting a hard time here at mo, postive ya can't hear my comments on utube..........:shifty:

helenoftroy

26th March 2010, 09:03

"Do you have the piggie in the sty" hotlady ? Been for a spin - starting it alright ?

The new Pig is one awesome tidy beast!!
Sam has got himself one hot bike....but yeah the bikes not the only thing thats hot atm!!(gotta work at getting the starting technique sorted:shit:)
He mite need some tips from you or budda.....

Its running very aggressive Pirelli Scorpions - they must just be on the verge of road legal!

We sooo owe you a drink brp!!!:love:

Adam_B

26th March 2010, 09:16

Its running very aggressive Pirelli Scorpions - they must just be on the verge of road legal!

If it's the nobbly scorpion then that's what I have as well.
Feels like you're riding over a never ending cattlestop (err without the sliding).

helenoftroy

26th March 2010, 10:29

If it's the nobbly scorpion then that's what I have as well.
Feels like you're riding over a never ending cattlestop (err without the sliding).

:killingme:killingme:killingme
Those are the ones!!
Thats almost exactly what Sam said!
Your new bike had a bit of a baptism of fire Wednesday night!....nice nice bike btw

cruza

26th March 2010, 10:50

Heading out after lunch to make up for the wnr........ awesome day out there. probably round the bays and head for fav' pub over the da hill :innocent: cell is 0212346602. any slackers who aren't workin like me welcome:sunny:

brp

26th March 2010, 11:25

The new Pig is one awesome tidy beast!!
Sam has got himself one hot bike....but yeah the bikes not the only thing thats hot atm!!(gotta work at getting the starting technique sorted)
He mite need some tips from you or budda.....

Its running very aggressive Pirelli Scorpions - they must just be on the verge of road legal!

We sooo owe you a drink brp!!!

"Nice action"

Mine came shod with Scorpions knobblies (wonder if standad kit) thought they were great when hooned over to port levie :D

Now to make it go oink oink - nice long strokes till the kick start goes hard
- pull in decomp lever and gently run the kickstarter down 1/4 to 1/2 a stroke - while still having the decomp lever held in come back up 1/4 to a half and release the decomp lever - the pig is ready to be started (as a guide when the kickstart lever comes up it should be (around) in line with the bottom of the large circle cut out of the frame to house the large nut holding the motor in) you will know when its right cause it will feel so easy - no need to have the force of kicking a bigbore 2 stroke - more just pushing a lever down

Always have no throttle what so ever - idle is meant to be 1400 RPM (high eh and obvious hard to gauge with no rev counter) - so if you find it hard to start tweak the idle up (left side of bike)

Enjoy U2 :)

KiwiPhoenix

26th March 2010, 11:45

helenoftroy

26th March 2010, 11:45

"Nice action"

Mine came shod with Scorpions knobblies (wonder if standad kit) thought they were great when hooned over to port levie :D

Now to make it go oink oink - nice long strokes till the kick start goes hard
- pull in decomp lever and gently run the kickstarter down 1/4 to 1/2 a stroke - while still having the decomp lever held in come back up 1/4 to a half and release the decomp lever - the pig is ready to be started (as a guide when the kickstart lever comes up it should be (around) in line with the bottom of the large circle cut out of the frame to house the large nut holding the motor in) you will know when its right cause it will feel so easy - no need to have the force of kicking a bigbore 2 stroke - more just pushing a lever down

Always have no throttle what so ever - idle is meant to be 1400 RPM (high eh and obvious hard to gauge with no rev counter) - so if you find it hard to start tweak the idle up (left side of bike)

Enjoy U2 :)

Awesome!thanks for that!
Will txt him to read this....:yes:

been_there

26th March 2010, 12:03

Heading out after lunch to make up for the wnr........ awesome day out there. probably round the bays and head for fav' pub over the da hill :innocent: cell is 0212346601. any slackers who aren't workin like me welcome:sunny:

Bar..stard... :weep: ENJOY!!!

cruza

26th March 2010, 12:09

Bar..stard... :weep: ENJOY!!!

Yeah I saw ya on wed nite, but then ya peeled off at fitz and headed home?

Ya I'm the same at weekends when others are out playing and I'm stuck at work........

Peeteey

26th March 2010, 13:07

[QUOTE=Peeteey;1129696522]:Punk:

Hey kids, just a quickie to let you know the vid with some lightnin on it is up on Youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wo1sa0j3WXs

Good vid Peeteey and good pics!!!!!!!!!

What did you do to KP to make her look like that?????????????

Hee hee, I was quite :2thumbsup to catch that expression!

Thats a awesome video peeteey, really shows the storm front and lightning well, nice storm outfit aye:innocent: getting a hard time here at mo, postive ya can't hear my comments on utube..........:shifty:

Uh oh, I didn't get you into trouble did I? ;)

[QUOTE=gloplg;1129696769]

Cheers Peeteey! hardly my best side is it?? :rofl: Gloplg, wouldn't you like to know!!! :laugh: I guess watching the storm coming and the thought of having to ride in it weren't filling me with confidence!

Yep, pretty much everyone had expressions like that :gob: as we realised it was moving towards us much much faster than we thought!

Glad no one was hurt, especially Sam with his bit of impromptu cross country. Did get a bit worried seeing the lightning hit next to the road alot of you were on:shit:

KiwiPhoenix

26th March 2010, 14:49

[QUOTE=gloplg;1129696769]

Hee hee, I was quite :2thumbsup to catch that expression!

Yeah, but you had to get my face didn't ya :rofl: Actually not the first you have gotten a photo like that!! Sign of the Kiwi, there is a shot like that.

JellyBellyKelly

26th March 2010, 15:01

nice long strokes till the kick start goes hard

heard that before somewhere :blip:
although, haven't heard it called kick start before ........ :innocent:

JellyBellyKelly

26th March 2010, 15:06

[QUOTE=Peeteey;1129697506][QUOTE=gloplg;1129696769]
Uh oh, I didn't get you into trouble did I? ;)[QUOTE=KiwiPhoenix;1129697427]QUOTE]

he's not in trouble - just giving him shite for the grin you could see on his face even over the mouth cover bit on his helmet !!!!!!

Peeteey

26th March 2010, 17:10

brp

26th March 2010, 17:46

heard that before somewhere
although, haven't heard it called kick start before ........

"Always the case on Big Bores or your chances of hitting top dead center are slim" :msn-wink: :p

KiwiPhoenix

26th March 2010, 17:48

Hee hee, yep, true, I think we were all grinning alot!

Any rice pud left? Am quite partial :D

Yeah, I think it was more a case of trying to portray confidence! :rofl: and actually feeling like "Oh shit!"

Who has the rice pudding?? I want some!!!

Footless

26th March 2010, 20:35

Hey all, haven't been around for a few weeks but the first lady and I are planning to attend next week for the last one of the season.
Do we have a destination yet?
Really looking forward to it!

Booswap

27th March 2010, 04:03

JellyBellyKelly

27th March 2010, 07:34

I've heard great things about Duanes Bikes n Ski's on Waterloo Road :yes:

dangerous

27th March 2010, 08:10

TuonoTom

27th March 2010, 08:38

This probably won't come as a surprise to many of you, but I would recommend Hampton Honda.

Dave-

27th March 2010, 09:49

BATTAL OF THE FAVOURITE BIKESHOP!

Gloucester Motor Company is so good sometimes I sabotage my bike just so I can go there!

duva for a final official ride?

T.W.R

27th March 2010, 10:01

I've heard great things about Duanes Bikes n Ski's on Waterloo Road :yes:

don't believe what you hear, unless duane works on the bike himself otherwise his minions leave a lot to be desired

Bren_chch

27th March 2010, 10:14

I've heard great things about Duanes Bikes n Ski's on Waterloo Road :yes:

He great and good pricing!

gloplg

27th March 2010, 10:58

Who has the rice pudding?? I want some!!!

:sick::sick:Havn't you had enough pudding lately???:rofl::rofl:

Flip

27th March 2010, 11:00

Hi

I do my all my own spannering, so don't ask me.

Can't make it this Wednesday, it's easter and I have a high veloctiy meeting in otago with the local rabbit population.

Yumm rice pudding.

P_

gloplg

27th March 2010, 11:17

duva for a final official ride?:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Ok so which way are we going to go?

Dyers Pass or Halswell?

KP wants to take photos and will need to know where to be.

gloplg

27th March 2010, 11:25

it's easter and I have a high veloctiy meeting in otago with the local rabbit population.

You watch out for those wascally wabbits Elmo Fudd.:2guns::2guns:

Flip

27th March 2010, 11:27

You watch out for those wascally wabbits Alma Fudd.:2guns::2guns:

I don,t think buggs has much of a chance, see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5UW9VMwb50

KiwiPhoenix

27th March 2010, 12:03

Hey all, haven't been around for a few weeks but the first lady and I are planning to attend next week for the last one of the season.
Do we have a destination yet?
Really looking forward to it!

Hey Footless!! long time no hear! Glad to hear you are coming along. As for the destination, I believe it's Duvachelle.

:sick::sick:Havn't you had enough pudding lately???:rofl::rofl:

Not quite yet!!! :rofl: Pass some more please.......

Hi

I do my all my own spannering, so don't ask me.

Can't make it this Wednesday, it's easter and I have a high veloctiy meeting in otago with the local rabbit population.

Yumm rice pudding.

P_

I thought I saw a putty tat! Opps, wrong cartoon! :laugh:

:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Ok so which way are we going to go?

Dyers Pass or Halswell?

KP wants to take photos and will need to know where to be.

As Gloplg has said, I want to get some photos, especially since it's the last ride of the season and also since I never got any last week. I was thinkig that if we went over Dyers Pass, I could be at Sign of the Kiwi to get the shots?? What do you think??

gloplg

27th March 2010, 12:11

I don,t think buggs has much of a chance,

OH..........You're.........Quack............Quack. ...........Diththththpicdable............Quack:rof l::rofl:

KiwiPhoenix

27th March 2010, 14:33

OH..........You're.........Quack............Quack. ...........Diththththpicdable............Quack:rof l::rofl:

You are quackers!! :rofl:

sammcj

27th March 2010, 14:54

Think it depends what you want done, T.W.R. (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/4185-T.W.R) has done work for me and a few others I know well, more than happy with everything he's done, bloody good sort and doesn't charge an arm and a leg :D

maxf

27th March 2010, 17:37

Hey guys a bit off topic but i need recommendations on a new bike shop to go to Norjo's have pissed me off big time fucking me round and just shit ass service......:ar15: Well to some it up im not happy Jan. I hear Just Motorbikes in Brighton is good?? Oh and BTW i have a Japper so no Euro places they just make me feel dirty when i go in :yeah:

Only time I've heard of Norjos' they frightened the old owner of my GPX750 so much (head job at $1200++) that he ditched the bike for about 2000 under value - and it turned out the valves were way overtight on the adjustments, that's all... As far as spannering goes, I've got a Euro and the last time I talked to the official dealer (about a tune-up) they said they didn't have the proper tool and to do it by ear, so I don't feel dirty, I just feel dropped!!

So, I'm with Flip - DIY. I know it's not for everyone, and for some bikes it's probably just not possible (either diabolical design, or expensive custom tools, or just no documentation, etc etc) but you can then pick and choose - get it all done yourself, get out a subassembly and then get assistance on that, or do some diagnosis and get it all done for you, but hopefully with no BS...

Footless

27th March 2010, 19:00

all depending on what ya want done, I use hampton Honda, Im waiting for feed back on the Avon City Suzuki shop.

I have found Avon Suzuki good, their workshop always seems quite full and busy - so its the old story, if your in a strange town, go to the takeaway bar with the longest que :2thumbsup

fireliv

27th March 2010, 22:44

Lol!remember that 1st summer of WNRs when there was a awesome storm & a massive hail storm just as we rode into Diamond harbour?

Im sure I remember you and Spuds were loving it but the sprotsbike guys limped home a zero ks an hour!!:yes:

I was on my old R100GS,she was in her element:yeah:

That was my first wed nite ever! Alex was behind me on the Katana, Tris lead the way I think Devient and Dave were there too! Was an awesome experience!!!

Hope to make it on wed... will see how I feel. SV still got issues so would be on the ZX6R....not overly comfortable riding that to duva.......might feel up to it though

Spuds1234

28th March 2010, 02:58

Hehe I remember catching up the a Busa that night going around the corners into Diamond Harbour. I was so frustrated behind it. 2 feet on the ground like out riggers and soooooo sloooooooow!!!!

I love riding in the wet and wacky weather so long as I have the right gear. Sucks when your caught in a down pour and dont have wet weather gear.

200BUSA

28th March 2010, 08:43

Dave-

28th March 2010, 15:41

I remember feeling all cool cause the guys on the big bikes with legs out were scared of falling over, and me on my wee 150 was so cool cause I was brave and shit.

Now I totally understand, $6000 more and a way hard edged bike is why I pussied out on wednesday night.

Spuds1234

28th March 2010, 16:01

I was on the ride that night, riding to the conditions but dont remember having both feet on the ground - but i do remember a few knobs following to close for the conditions. That is frustrating when an idiot is following behind too close and could slide out on a corner and take you out as well.You must be a real hero going fast. And you should have the right gear or dont go riding.

Wasnt your busa I was following. I dont think we were to close either (dont get me wrong, I did creep up on the rear of the riders bike in front of me after going though a corner faster then they). Hell it was a good night that night anyway. No one got hurt and I had fun.

fireliv

28th March 2010, 16:48

Wasnt your busa I was following. I dont think we were to close either (dont get me wrong, I did creep up on the rear of the riders bike in front of me after going though a corner faster then they). Hell it was a good night that night anyway. No one got hurt and I had fun.

You are one of the best people to have have behind ya al, maybe its just with me but I find you always leave a comfortable space when following me :)

Spuds1234

28th March 2010, 17:18

You are one of the best people to have have behind ya al, maybe its just with me but I find you always leave a comfortable space when following me :)

Last time I followed you, you said you spent the whole time waiting for me to pass and I never did and it un-nerved you or weirded you out or something.

fireliv

28th March 2010, 18:57

Last time I followed you, you said you spent the whole time waiting for me to pass and I never did and it un-nerved you or weirded you out or something.

Na I waited for you to pass and you didnt so I didnt worry. I know you well enough to know that you will pass me if you want to and you know that I ride like a nana so wont be put off by my slow speed!

Peeteey

29th March 2010, 00:30

... and you know that I ride like a nana so wont be put off by my slow speed!

Hee hee, you want to see riding like a nana? Just follow me :)
If someone wanted to give me a Hayabusa or ZX14 for xmas, things may be different but until I find a kindly benefactor I'll be at the back of the pack, putting away happily!

:Punk::scooter:

Peeteey

29th March 2010, 00:50

On another note, I'm trying to save up to get a Gopro HD setup but it's taking too long so I've decided to sell my existing cameras.
For those that saw I'm selling the two Sanyo Xactis, the C1 and C5. They need to go as a pair as they share a charger! That means you can record with a 2 cam setup, fun to play around with!

Lots of extras:
You'll get 2 cameras (incl box, CDs, manuals, charger, cables, Docking station for the C1, USB cables and adaptors so you can also plug the cameras into USB or TV without the dock, remote), about 4-5 batteries, 2 SD cards, a carry case, a tripod/clamp, plus some stuff I've probably forgotten about!

These usually still go for about $150 ea but I'd be happy with $250 for the lot.
PM me if you're keen. Happy to go over it all with you, have had lots of fun mounting these in many places on the bikes and helmet.

Go to www.youtube.com/peeteey and look at some of my older vids for reviews and samples.
Here's a few:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iag-5zz6CJI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxBbqzzuHTo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GL05RQheUjo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcJqEFjywMo

Cheers!

If I absolutely need to I'll also sell the bullet cam setup but I'll wait to see how desperate I get first ...

Dave-

29th March 2010, 07:22

f&$#? A@!& S*?^% CRAP FUCK

ashmore and I have a maths test on wednesday night from 6:30 till 8.....LAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAME

3umph

29th March 2010, 07:29

On another note, I'm trying to save up to get a Gopro HD setup but it's taking too long so I've decided to sell my existing cameras.

you wont regret going to the goproHD... very good cameras

KiwiPhoenix

29th March 2010, 08:27

Hee hee, you want to see riding like a nana? Just follow me :)
If someone wanted to give me a Hayabusa or ZX14 for xmas, things may be different but until I find a kindly benefactor I'll be at the back of the pack, putting away happily!

:Punk::scooter:

Putting away at the back is nice, I like it! Guess I really don't have too much of a choice being a "L" rider :laugh:

hondo

29th March 2010, 11:32

hey guys a bit off topic but i need recommendations on a new bike shop to go to norjo's have pissed me off big time fucking me round and just shit ass service......:ar15: Well to some it up im not happy jan. I hear just motorbikes in brighton is good?? Oh and btw i have a japper so no euro places they just make me feel dirty when i go in :yeah:
gloucester motorcycles
good guys good service good prices

been_there

29th March 2010, 13:28

gloucester motorcycles
good guys good service good prices

Agree with Hondo :yes:

maxf

29th March 2010, 16:13

I thought the MR27 form to extend your rego was only for 15months max?
Saving my pennies for June so I can get some of that rego.

Yep, "only" 15 months - just did this today. New expiry is 29th June 2011, $275 incl GST (so it even included credit for the tag-end remaining couple of months I still had to run before the old renewal date)... Just get an MR27 and check out the field-by-field help on the back... I know there is some debate on the "in-effect" date but I've thought WTH and if it is 1 June then I might top-up again before then too, now I know I can (even with a non-expired/expiring rego). Also didn't want any chance of NZTA closing the loophole either!! - I bet there will be some pressure to do so when they look at the M/c renewal stats...!

Definitely happy not to be giving Naughty Nicks' cronies the extra $$$ (get the old $252pa rate this way, not the $327/$426 - $426 in my case)

Original post here

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/106734-Chch-Wednesday-Night-Cruises-2009-10?p=1129695609#post1129695609

if anyone is really confused..

been_there

29th March 2010, 17:32

Yep, "only" 15 months - just did this today. New expiry is 29th June 2011, $275 incl GST (so it even included credit for the tag-end remaining couple of months I still had to run before the old renewal date)... Just get an MR27 and check out the field-by-field help on the back... I know there is some debate on the "in-effect" date but I've thought WTH and if it is 1 June then I might top-up again before then too, now I know I can (even with a non-expired/expiring rego). Also didn't want any chance of NZTA closing the loophole either!! - I bet there will be some pressure to do so when they look at the M/c renewal stats...!

Definitely happy not to be giving Naughty Nicks' cronies the extra $$$ (get the old $252pa rate this way, not the $327/$426 - $426 in my case)

Original post here

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/106734-Chch-Wednesday-Night-Cruises-2009-10?p=1129695609#post1129695609

if anyone is really confused..

Good on ya max...

Peeteey

29th March 2010, 20:49

you wont regret going to the goproHD... very good cameras

That's what I was hoping you'd say!
I think so too, been doing alot of research i.e. watching Youtube until the wee hours :yawn:

KiwiPhoenix

30th March 2010, 09:03

That's what I was hoping you'd say!
I think so too, been doing alot of research i.e. watching Youtube until the wee hours :yawn:

So thats what Mrs Peeteey was talking about! Ahhh got it now!! :laugh:

So have we decided on what route we are taking tomorrow night??

dangerous

30th March 2010, 16:19

Yep, "only" 15 months - just did this today. New expiry is 29th June 2011, $275 incl GST (so it even included credit for the tag-end remaining couple of months I still had to run before the old renewal date)... Just get an MR27 and check out the field-by-field help on the back... I know there is some debate on the "in-effect" date but I've thought WTH and if it is 1 June then I might top-up again before then too, now I know I can (even with a non-expired/expiring rego). Also didn't want any chance of NZTA closing the loophole either!! Definitely happy not to be giving Naughty Nicks' cronies the extra $$$ (get the old $252pa rate this way, not the $327/$426 - $426 in my case)
NA... well yes and no, you can rego for 15months at $400 other wise the usual 12 months will cost you $321... how do I know, cos I just tried.
So not sure were you get your $275 from and what the hell is a "Something with 2 wheels" dont you know what you ride?

gloplg

30th March 2010, 17:49

So have we decided on what route we are taking tomorrow night??

I think it will be Dyers pass unless anyone has a better idea,

neels

30th March 2010, 18:32

I think it will be Dyers pass unless anyone has a better idea,
Hopefully without the hail....

But would be a good option if KP wants to take pics, could leave a bit earlier to get in position.

maxf

30th March 2010, 18:55

NA... well yes and no, you can rego for 15months at $400 other wise the usual 12 months will cost you $321... how do I know, cos I just tried.
So not sure were you get your $275 from and what the hell is a "Something with 2 wheels" dont you know what you ride?

$275 from my receipt and the credit I got for the time I had to run on my existing rego?... and still guessing getting charged at the $321pa rate is better than the $426pa one?

And what I ride was getting troll-like comments elsewhere, so I thought WTF and don't bother anymore? Does my not having a banner bother you? If so, for gods' sake, why?

maxf

30th March 2010, 18:58

Hopefully without the hail....

But would be a good option if KP wants to take pics, could leave a bit earlier to get in position.

I'd do as far as Dyers anyway - got to do taxi service for the kids so I'm out for the full trip.

dangerous

30th March 2010, 19:05

$275 from my receipt and the credit I got for the time I had to run on my existing rego?... and still guessing getting charged at the $321pa rate is better than the $426pa one?

And what I ride was getting troll-like comments elsewhere, so I thought WTF and don't bother anymore? Does my not having a banner bother you? If so, for gods' sake, why?
Ahhhh, so you got a credit... thats proberly the price differance.
a Banner? na not in the slightest... I just wounder why people put random info like those that put 'in a house' under location... 2 wheels! Id hope so cos a trike just aint the same... what do you ride?

helenoftroy

31st March 2010, 01:54

I have my thumper back finally!!

She will need an outing tonight to blow off the cobwebs...:devil2:

Its going to be a beautiful warm evening for a ride:sunny:
My nurse friend Pam, whos been riding with us for just a few weeks, is going to ride to Duvauchelles for the first time

brp

31st March 2010, 07:49

"Thump thump thump" :Punk:

What about turning right at sign of the kiwi and coming out at gebbies instead of going through slow governors bay following cages ? (No steep decline like going down other side of hill for newbieeez)

"More corners the better !" :D

KiwiPhoenix

31st March 2010, 08:37

Hopefully without the hail....

But would be a good option if KP wants to take pics, could leave a bit earlier to get in position.

I'll leave about 10mins before everyone but wanted to know what route you were taking so I can be ready!

"Thump thump thump" :Punk:

What about turning right at sign of the kiwi and coming out at gebbies instead of going through slow governors bay following cages ? (No steep decline like going down other side of hill for newbieeez)

"More corners the better !" :D

:laugh: You could go either way! I do know that there are some people that don't like doing the Summit Rd, me included, so I'll be sticking with Dyers. Just hope the weather holds up!

gloplg

31st March 2010, 09:58

What about turning right at sign of the kiwi and coming out at gebbies instead of going through slow governors bay following cages ? (No steep decline like going down other side of hill for newbieeez)

"More corners the better !" :D

As a "Summit Road Nutter" I would love to.

However there are a number of corners which would be prone to sunstrike late in the day. Some of these corners have a runoff area which includes several hundred feet of freefall. Also the downhill side is steeper than Dyers and involves a lot more corners, a number with no runoff areas.

I think times would be similar either way except that newer riders could be more comfortable going Governors Bay.

If some of our riders wish to go via the summit road then go for it. Please be careful up there.

See you all tonight at BK.

JMemonic

31st March 2010, 11:21

neels

31st March 2010, 11:47

I might give tonight a miss due to my utter confusion, I seem to recall someone about two or so weeks ago mentioning in this very forum that as this was the last one for the season (for lack of a better word) that Duvuachelle was the plan now all I see is Dyers pass is the go and as far as I can tell thats all that's planned so we go up Dyers pass and from there where?? Someone say go the summit and other mentions Governors bay, so with the current plan as far as I can tell get to the Sign of the Kiwi and the go down the hill to where?
I think Duv is the plan, the discussion is in regard to which way to get there to allow the photographers to do their thing after last weeks abortive effort.

I may be persuaded to go via the summit road from the kiwi, sunstrike shouldn't be as much of a problem from the kiwi to gebbies as it is from evans to dyers, except maybe around the top of kennedy's bush road.

Anyway, weather looks good so expect I will be along for the last outing of the season.

brp

31st March 2010, 12:40

Where will first meeting point be if some turn right at the kiwi ? :innocent:

KiwiPhoenix

31st March 2010, 12:52

Where will first meeting point be if some turn right at the kiwi ? :innocent:

Sign of the Kiwi would a good first meeting point then from there Little River

brp

31st March 2010, 12:57

k k - ya reckon ya get 100 bikes (could be Big tonight) in that carpark if there a few cages parked up ? "I'm easy" lollol either route kool :)

cruza

31st March 2010, 16:50

I might give tonight a miss due to my utter confusion, I seem to recall someone about two or so weeks ago mentioning in this very forum that as this was the last one for the season (for lack of a better word) that Duvuachelle was the plan now all I see is Dyers pass is the go and as far as I can tell thats all that's planned so we go up Dyers pass and from there where?? Someone say go the summit and other mentions Governors bay, so with the current plan as far as I can tell get to the Sign of the Kiwi and the go down the hill to where?

I'm running late...... but I'm heading to Duvuachelles via halswell , last wnr has too be a goodie. road must be good ......svboy been out playing today on the hill and he hasn't txt anything bad re road. maybe see some of ya's there.

maxf

31st March 2010, 19:37

Hope you guys all have fun tonight - just got home and noticed the gearbox is leaking **really** well - looks like shaft output seal has gone (think front sprocket seal for you chainies, but buried way in deep) so the timing is impeccable (end of WNR, just paid up rego). Probably off the road for a while - at least the seal, if not a precautionary gearbox pull/strip... It has done 190k now, shouldn't complain, only then that leads into whether a I do a new clutch while I'm in there... whether I strip the engine rear covers & reseal... fun all over.

At least it didn't dump a litre of EP90 gear oil over the rear tyre. Moral of the story - pay attention when something seems strange!

Also - thanks for the entertainment & company all these Wednesdays - it's been fun... and take care, you don't want to be under obligation to Dr Smith, remember!

dangerous

31st March 2010, 19:38

I might give tonight a miss due to my utter confusion... haha, it was a bit like that the group well split up when some forgot to turn at the Weatie, others went to the black tulip, but hey mint night for a ride and the XN went like a dream, WOW dont new stearing head bearings make a differance :)

Mr Triple

31st March 2010, 19:57

We were hoping to make it along for the final WNR this evening however a split shift at work today meant a flying trip over Dyers, Gebbies and then to Akaroa for us at about 3pm instead.... so we beat you all! lol :)
Hope you had a great ride and look forward to catching up in the new season.... which is not too far away right??
Is there a plan to get the maintenance nights running again?
Cheers
Brent.

bkker

31st March 2010, 21:34

Great fun! I left home late so had to choose between getting to the BK carpark on time or getting fuel, but since I had more than 100kms left including reserve I thought I'd be ok ( I didn't know we were going allmost all the way to Akaroa!).
I hit the reserve tank on the way back at the cnr of Gebbies Pass Rd and Christchuch Akaroa Rd (the Motukarara turn off), then ran out of gas just before the roundabout after the Lyttelton tunnel rd. :P
I had to push the bike more than 2km to get to the mobil on Ferry Rd lol
Some great corners on that road though, haven't been that way in a long time :-)

bkker

31st March 2010, 21:39

Is there a plan to get the maintenance nights running again?
What's the story there? I'd be keen to get involved. I've done quite a bit of work on my bike myself, but I'd love to ask someone knowledgeable some questions about some of the less obvious things.
Is there a thread up for it yet?

McWild

31st March 2010, 21:55

Good final ride of the season, turned home after Gebbies and pointing someone in the right direction.

Riding twisties at night on my bike sucks, what else can I say?

Maintenance evenings ahoy.

bkker

31st March 2010, 22:28

Good final ride of the season, turned home after Gebbies and pointing someone in the right direction.
haha, yep, that was me.
I went out ahead and missed the turn off then as I haven't been that way in ages wasn't sure where to go next :P guess I just wasn't fully on to it tonight