Canterbury: Chch Wednesday Night Cruises 2009-10 [Archive] - Page 6

neels

29th December 2009, 12:39

Well thanks for all the advice people, will take all of it into consideration when i make the move to the next bike :) Although i'm only riding a 250 at the moment i have actually been riding since i was 14, but i never got around to getting my full licence and have only owned small bikes and i haven't had a bike for the last 12 years. I thought that while i get my confidence back i'll start off again with a 250. For my height and weight I probably wouldn't get anything bigger than a 650/750 and something in a small frame too. I'd also love to give bucket racing ago one day too, it looks like a right royal bag of fun to me! I'm enjoying riding with the experienced riders on wednesday rides, following their lines and seeing how they ride. Its a great way to learn what to do and... ahem... in some cases what not to do...
I'm very much like you, started reasonably early but never got around to a full licence, in fact had my learners for 17yrs. Had about the same break you did then ran around on a 250 until I got my full a few years back. I'm enjoying riding my old 600, I was looking for something reasonably light and comfortable that was able to travel 2 up, and it was bloody cheap.

I've never had any sort of bike training so I'm happy for people to tell me what I'm doing wrong in fact I would appreciate it, I think I've survived this far by being a very average rider but with a very strong self preservation instinct.

fireliv

29th December 2009, 13:17

After reading all this, I don't think I will bother coming along on a Wednesday night ride for a very long time at least until I am a so called "experienced rider". which IMO will be a very long way off. I think there are some great teachers amongst the riders that go on the Wednesday night ride that I would love to learn off. RQ been one of them. I am always open to productive criticism. So if any one wants to take me under their wing I am all for it but it wont be on a Wednesday night.

Na kerry its not that bad. There is a difference between those who ride at the front and those who ride at the back. I know that if it wasnt for the people I have met at the WNR and the few pointers that I have been given along the way I would probably have not have gotten the confidence to do most of the rides I do. I am one of the orgional "Learner" riders in the group and I will always recommend the group to anyone as those that take the time to give pointers are awesome. However if you really want to learn do the course that Dangerous has put up a link to earlier cos those guys know how to teach.

I am with steve, I dont think of myself as an awesome rider at all, I think I have heaps to learn and am happy to sit at the back and take my time. However I do see myself as a competent rider, and this is thanks to the pointers I got from this group and from doing courses on my bike. I ride for me and no other. I also mainly do this ride these days for the social aspect, I love meeting everyone and catching up. I consider a lot of this group to be very good friends of mine and Phoenix so lets stop the bickering and keep it that way!:hug:

McWild

29th December 2009, 13:58

I'd just like to point out to anyone watching the thread that is being put off from coming along (wouldn't be hard) that the BS that gets posted in this thread and the actual ride itself are very different beasts.

An overwhelming majority of people on the ride don't post in this thread.

Who can blame them.

EDIT: That's not to say that these posts are completely worthless, there have been some posts of some merit but they have very little to do with the way the majority look at these rides, and the only posts that actually one hundred percent matter are the ones that go "I think we should ride to x" and the ones that say "x is in y condition and so this suggestion is z"

cruza

29th December 2009, 15:41

FFS Dave-pull your head in!!!

If ya drunk I'd buy ya a beer, but just more blingheading your way instead:cool:

cruza

29th December 2009, 15:45

Oh ffs. I'm getting sick of all this bitching and moaning and trolling. There's nothing wrong with an awesome wheely now and then as long as you're not putting other riders in danger!! Which leads me to my next point: If when on these rides someone does something that really upsets you (you're afraid for your safety) then we can talk to them politely and say "hey, could you not do that near me again?" Afterall, we're all human. We all like a thrill, but we all have our own boundaries :girlfight:

and bling for you too.:2thumbsup

and bling for the ktm rider from wheatsheaf to gebbies pass, some nice air you had there:2thumbsup

Never going to be perfect, big mix of people, Nice to see some others help out with advice, I'm only good enough to keep myself out of trouble so keep me mouth shut,

dangerous

29th December 2009, 16:30

KP has improved immensely and she will go far. At this point I didn't see any "bad habits"

So you guys who are quick to slag off and give these young ones and new ones shit about their riding and I don't mean only Mr D.
Pull your heads in, You are muddled up, I never hassled KP riding I used the example or 4k/2.5m as just that NOT as you read it.

slag off, give shit, pull my head in... FYI RQ again you have me wrong I dont give them shit and I will NOT pull my head in, I have and do p/m those that may wish for some help and if you are refering to tupelo I said rides like shit.. I only repeated his own words I also gave him praise for the distance he has come so far. If I slag of its in good tast and ment as no harm and is cos I give a shit.

Shrek will tell you i was a shocker when I first got onto the XJR last year. wonder I never lost my head they way i was going...
ok you hit me OWWWWWWWWWWWWWWwwwwwwwww LOL so Ill hit you...
if you were a shocker (your words) ONLY just last year, how the bejevis can you be so good and such a good tutor in less than one year.. Iv been trying for 27yrs and still learning?

After reading all this, I don't think I will bother coming along on a Wednesday night ride. Why do you say this? all info has been helpfull and no abuse passed on... its all good, why be sceard? the group is now a very stable one.

Dave-

29th December 2009, 17:58

You missed my point... at your age and HWFM, pay attention to what the elders say, we been around and seen it all ya know... like I posted ride safe learn slow go up in CC's and make it to my age then doing a wheelie like I posted is no more unsafe that riding in a straight line.

IMO its les safe for a greenie (but learning well) like you to be flunting ya self on what is one of the fastest bikes on the road/hills than it is for a old cock like me doing a wheelie in a empty road with no one watching. (you do relise the young think cos you handle a R6 so can they)

Stop right there... who the hell do you think you are Dave "your rides" ask me to leave... not possible, you sound like lama solo? loan rider... do you think you are a gang leader some one important... ya not just like me... get over it man you will find it more relaxing.

The roads are free for anyone to ride, and dicks wont last long and thats with out even having to threten them like you just did me. You are young and green man... but a hell of a good prick aswell.

So just for you dave... when you grow up (takes 100,000s of kms and decades) you to will be able to do this... and this

that'll about do it. sucessfull troll is sucessfull.

now to reap the benefits of being as cool as D.

sorry to everyone who got caught up in that I'm just trying to make a point to D that saying something to wind someone up then backing out with his usual "oh im just kidding" or whatever is annoying and doesnt gain any favours.

I thought about PMing him about it instead to make the point, but decided public humiliation would be more fitting, it seems the shoe is on the other foot now.

to anyone who wants to come on the ride, there is very little that is "dangerous" (not that one ^) about the wednesday night ride, there's been what? 2 or 3 accos? 1 by myself a long time ago, I'm not going to try deny anything and I've had feedback about "dodgy" riding from only a few people, but I think this is all well and truely outweighed by the excellent time had by like minded people doing something they love in a comfortable friendly environment.

the ride is not mine, it does not belong to me, I do not claim to have a gang or any ownership of it or anyone on it, i said this only to get a rise out of D, and it worked really well!

once again, sorry to those who got caught up, I have mad respect for everyone here but think I made my point.

R1madness

29th December 2009, 18:03

dangerous

29th December 2009, 18:15

Hey really its alright... this is just a bit of fun niggle you know, us old guys like to think we know it all, just dont ask us cause we too staunch (not really) lol and those young guys, they do know it all just ask them they will tell you (not really) hehehe
hahaha... so true, ya on to it :whistle:

that'll about do it. sucessfull troll is sucessfull.
now to reap the benefits of being as cool as D.
It aint a troll if you believe what you say, and I do.
If you think Im cool then your the only one.

sorry to everyone who got caught up in that I'm just trying to make a point to D
once again, sorry to those who got caught up, sorry for what? all posts are informative and mostely helpfull to all concerned.

I thought about PMing him about it instead to make the point, but decided public humiliation would be more fitting, it seems the shoe is on the other foot now.

hehehehe... you will never humiliate me but if you do Ill take my hat of to ya.
and the shoe aint on the other foot I never intend to humiliat you.

to anyone who wants to come on the ride, there is very little that is "dangerous" (not that one ^) about the wednesday night ride, there's been what? 2 or 3 accos? 1 by myself a long time ago, I'm not going to try deny anything and I've had feedback about "dodgy" riding from only a few people, but I think this is all well and truely outweighed by the excellent time had by like minded people doing something they love in a comfortable friendly environment.and... I second that, not at any time has anyone said different.

the ride is not mine, it does not belong to me, I do not claim to have a gang or any ownership of it or anyone on it, i said this only to get a rise out of D, and it worked really well! ya prick ;) hats off (but not for long)

ohhh or the below quote might be quite fitting for you :cool:

to D that saying something to wind someone up then backing out with his usual "oh im just kidding" or whatever is annoying and doesnt gain any favours.

KiwiPhoenix

29th December 2009, 18:21

oh and then you will meet the other unmentionable people like Dangerous, Dave, R1madness, oh wait...

This says it all!! :girlfight: ;)

Regardless of what has been said, everyone is actually really fun to be around and I enjoy watching everyone ride. If I learn from it, thats even better!!

Kerryhare, as long as you stay away from the guys above :dodge:, you'll be fine!! Stay at the back with me!!

gammaguy

29th December 2009, 18:38

tupelo

29th December 2009, 19:34

Y if you are refering to tupelo I said rides like shit.. I only repeated his own words I also gave him praise for the distance he has come so far. If I slag of its in good tast and ment as no harm and is cos I give a shit.

D. Seriously No offense taken. I Rode out to the Greta tonight via Waikari and I still rode like shit.;)

kerryhare

29th December 2009, 19:59

forgive me for stating the obvious,but i would suggest the best way to get experience is to...um...ride?say,on a wednesday?BK carpark?

:girlfight:

Yes I agree, but not at the moment. I have been along to the WNR but as a pillion. When I feel more confident and stop feeling like I will be a hinderence to other riders, then I will bring my bike.

200BUSA

29th December 2009, 20:08

You have to get out to the ride and join in and ride at your own pace and dont worry about the others. Watch and learn. Practice and enjoy riding your bike.

Ghost_Bullet

29th December 2009, 20:23

You have to get out to the ride and join in and ride at your own pace and dont worry about the others. Watch and learn. Practice and enjoy riding your bike.

Ditto...Thats what it's all about.
I rode everywhere on me own until I got with this KB crowd around 3 or so years ago... then all went downhill;). And now I enjoy either, group or solo, it's a good place to get a grip and develop ya self, with or without feedback. Just by using your eyes and watching others.:2thumbsup

fireliv

29th December 2009, 20:26

dangerous

29th December 2009, 20:49

neels

29th December 2009, 21:23

Yes I agree, but not at the moment. I have been along to the WNR but as a pillion. When I feel more confident and stop feeling like I will be a hinderence to other riders, then I will bring my bike.
It's not as bad as it sounds, just turn up on wed nite and have a chat to some people, you should have no trouble finding someone to ride with.

Just hang back and tag on the back of the group as they leave if you're worried about holding someone up, if you know where you're going you can ride your own ride and get there when you get there. Me and no doubt a few others would be quite happy to keep you company at the back of the bunch, hell I've been on a few rides where I was the back of the bunch :bye:

kerryhare

29th December 2009, 21:56

BUT.. did you not ride all the way to the west coast this month? mamoth ya do that you will be able to do almost any kinda ride.

No I left my bike at home. Went pillion.

stevewederell

29th December 2009, 22:34

Kerry, you should come along. I was put off last year by foolishly watching the thread. The ride is vastly different to bullshit.:2thumbsup

TuonoTom

29th December 2009, 22:39

Kerry, you should come along. I was put off last year by foolishly watching the thread. The ride is vastly different to bullshit.:2thumbsup

+1

Well said Steve, couldn't have put it better myself.

JMemonic

29th December 2009, 22:46

BUT.. did you not ride all the way to the west coast this month? mamoth ya do that you will be able to do almost any kinda ride.

No her first ride was to the Magpie, after putting about 20K's on the bike.

I can understand her dilemma, she knows most of the riders, she knows a lot of the forum talk is just that talk, but she does not want to get caught up in politics and testosterone induce head butting contests over who has the biggest bike(or dick), who has the most K's under their belt etc etc.

For the unformed Kerry is well versed in the dynamic, an unfortunate side effect of being married to me, she saw the bullshit that went down over the last couple of years.

Dave-

29th December 2009, 23:12

tom was mentioning to me just now on msn that he keeps out of it by just not posting.

he also said that dangerous is a better looking ginger than mcwild.

Retroqueen

30th December 2009, 08:38

he also said that dangerous is a better looking ginger than mcwild.

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: Don' they sell glasses up there where he lives!!!!

Retroqueen

30th December 2009, 08:39

After all of that......... where are we riding to tonight??........Mind you I'm off on a ride to kaikoura today so not sure if I'll be up for a ride tonight but I wanna wish ya all a Happy new Year....

kerryhare

30th December 2009, 09:04

Dave-

30th December 2009, 09:30

yeah ashmore and I are off to queenstown for new year.

have a safe and fun new year everyone!

Harvd

30th December 2009, 10:46

Meanwhile back on track ...
I was thinking - up and over Dyers Pass, past Sign of Kiwi to Gov Bay, Wheat Sheaf, Gebbies Pass, Summit Rd, straight ahead past Sign of Kiwi again, follow Summit Rd, down Evans Pass to Sumner = minimum distance to the twisties from BK carpark and maximum amount of twisties.

Sounds good to me! if it stays dry...

Transalper

30th December 2009, 11:07

Be nicer up the top if the wind dies off a bit.

KiwiPhoenix

30th December 2009, 11:20

yeah ashmore and I are off to queenstown for new year.

have a safe and fun new year everyone!

Same to you guys! Have fun!!

Kerryhare, believe me when I say you won't hold anyone up, they can pass you if you are! Besides when they all shoot away and wait at the designated points they have to wait on us turning up :lol: I actually never seem to make the same destination as them as I'm riding slower than them and have to turn back round as they are coming back!!

If anything you will only have about 4-5 people in the slow group! So you won't actually hold anyone up!

FireLiv is very patient following us newbies and is a good person to have follow! She doesn't mind slow!! :whistle: I should know cause this is one newbie she followed after I had been riding a grand half hour!!! :lol:

fireliv

30th December 2009, 12:40

tom was mentioning to me just now on msn that he keeps out of it by just not posting..

Well dave you should take this advice on board-you trolling was not helpful and I for 1 am not amused. For once I didnt think anything D said was out of line but what you said was. I knew you were trolling but it wasnt useful at all

Transalper

30th December 2009, 13:22

Crikey if this weather continues I think I might go see Avatar3D instead.

been_there

30th December 2009, 16:27

Weather looking good now in the east...
Hows the south doing?

Subike

30th December 2009, 16:37

It started raining heavy as here in north cant at 1pm, thunder and lightning with a definate temp change in a very short time. Since then it has not stopped and I think it is heading south towards you guys, so if you see grey clouds to the north east, expect lots of rain.
Other than that, if it does rain, then its good practice for the new riders who dare to face the elements and go on the ride.
Have a good ride peoples, double your braking distances and watch out for those shinny slippery spots.

Retroqueen

30th December 2009, 16:39

been_there

30th December 2009, 16:42

Thanks for the update.
I believe that we have SW winds at the moment so hopefully it doesn't shift.
Roads are starting to dry in Avonside....sweet

been_there

30th December 2009, 16:44

Have fun tonight folks... enjoy your ride!! Happy new year to all once again..

Thanks RQ and you too!!

Flip

30th December 2009, 16:45

Just got in from Fox and are feeling a bit road weary so won't be along tonight.

I would really like to have a catch up and a beer but my head is buzzing and Chris has just given me a big whiskey.:beer:

Phill

dangerous

30th December 2009, 17:15

true-to-life

30th December 2009, 17:17

I'm not gona make it either, my chain needs tightening and I'm stuffed too. Have a great ride folks and Best wishes for a fabulous 2010:woohoo:

Spuds1234

30th December 2009, 17:23

Yes I agree, but not at the moment. I have been along to the WNR but as a pillion. When I feel more confident and stop feeling like I will be a hinderence to other riders, then I will bring my bike.

Kerry thats the point... there are people who are happy to ride at YOUR pace, so you are never a hinderence to others! I use to think that Brent, Wayne and Carl were driven nuts but how slow I was and if they were they never said. All as they did was ENCOURAGE! Now I dont even think twice if one of them is behind me cos I know that they can pass me if they want, otherwise I just assume they are enjoying riding at my slow pace.

If you want to pluck up the courage to come then let me know. I for one will be more than happy to ride with you at your pace!

LISTEN TO FIRELIV

Seriously. Make sure you do come. Do one ride, and make your mind up after that. You will find that things are a lot different to how its made out on here and I guarantee that you will not hold anyone up. Anyone that wants to pass you will do so at a safe and appropriate time and not scare the bejesus out of you.

Whats the worst that will happen if you do come? OH NOES there is one more rider on the ride. Someone think of the children.

maxf

30th December 2009, 17:54

don't go North is all I can say..... and I won't be coming with you all tonight cause my gear is dripping on the deck outside!!!!
Next purchase is wet weather gear!!!... was a good ride up but the southerly hit as we left Kaikoura. .

Have fun tonight folks... enjoy your ride!! Happy new year to all once again..

Yep - done the drowned rat impression too much this year, went shopping for some new watertight pants today.... seriously, have a look at some of the PVC over-jackets in at the Red Sheds. The cheapie stuff appears to be the same as the DriRider & INOX stuff, but about 1/3rd the price - and at that rate, I can always replace at the first sign of a leak (which will likely be because of me catching a seam on a boot donning whatever roadside, which would be happpening no matter the name - or price - on the label!)

Anyway, won't be out tonight - someone else will have to get lost for me! - but down to Twizel on Fri so I guess the road whale will get enough twisties (& KMs) until I'm back on the 4th (BMW owners set-to) - have a good NY all & **safe** riding (assume the other idiot is a tourist / txting / drunk / having a domestic / is Nick Smith :dodge: at all times!)

Max

Subike

30th December 2009, 18:02

Yep - done the drowned rat impression too much this year, went shopping for some new watertight pants today.... seriously, have a look at some of the PVC over-jackets in at the Red Sheds. The cheapie stuff appears to be the same as the DriRider & INOX stuff, but about 1/3rd the price - and at that rate, I can always replace at the first sign of a leak (

Max

Did you buy the yellow/green PVC cheap stuff from the RED Shed
ROFL, the pants will last about 2 hours, the PVC lining peals off leaving big holes. Sadly usually in the crutch and inner thigh area. They also split down the leg seam.
Many of my co workers have tried them at work in the vineyards last winter, utter crap!
The jackets are not too bad for being water tight, just the buttons/domes stop working after about the 5th time you use them. The pockets rip at the corners when you put things in them.
I would NOT recomend to anyone the yellow/green PVC "wet weather" gearfrom the red shed.
Sorry as this is a public forum, I cannot give you the brand name.

helenoftroy

30th December 2009, 18:28

don't go North is all I can say..... and I won't be coming with you all tonight cause my gear is dripping on the deck outside!!!!
Next purchase is wet weather gear!!!... was a good ride up but the southerly hit as we left Kaikoura. .

Have fun tonight folks... enjoy your ride!! Happy new year to all once again..
Not riding tonite either!Great ride to Kaikoura & Im dry cause I had my wets on:ride:

haha.. fark that was a mint shower just now, bloody cold near the end aye RQ, nice riding by all under such conditions, going up was the mutts nutts tho.
Twas a good ride eh!TY for sorting it D

Yep - done the drowned rat impression too much this year, went shopping for some new watertight pants today.... seriously, have a look at some of the PVC over-jackets in at the Red Sheds. The cheapie stuff appears to be the same as the DriRider & INOX stuff, but about 1/3rd the price - and at that rate, I can always replace at the first sign of a leak (which will likely be because of me catching a seam on a boot donning whatever roadside, which would be happpening no matter the name - or price - on the label!)
Max
Good comments from subike bout red shed stuff...
My current gear is very reasonably priced stuff from the army surplus shop(Kiwi Disposals?)it does the trick,but it sure aint a fashion statement!:oi-grr:

200BUSA

30th December 2009, 18:39

helenoftroy

30th December 2009, 19:20

Well when you want some gear come round to Cavendish rd and buy some. Special deal for KB members.
ooooh!! tell us more!!

We like special deals!:yeah:

200BUSA

30th December 2009, 19:27

Cordura jackets and pants, gloves. if we have what you like will do a great deal.

200BUSA

30th December 2009, 19:28

Missed the ride tonight, bike arrived today but had to much work to get through so will have to wait till next one.

Ghost_Bullet

30th December 2009, 19:48

Same missed the ride, finished work, thought I would treat myself to a few "Wild Turkey's", and woke up at 6.30pm. ooops. Though just in time to eat a yummy dinner.

Spuds1234

30th December 2009, 19:55

Cordura jackets and pants, gloves. if we have what you like will do a great deal.

I'll pay top dollar for a pair of gloves that are guaranteed waterproof (not will stay dry on the inside for 10-20 minutes in west coast rain "waterproof").

far queue

30th December 2009, 20:36

I trust you all had a good ride, I bloused out due to the dodgy weather :baby:

I'll pay top dollar for a pair of gloves that are guaranteed waterproof (not will stay dry on the inside for 10-20 minutes in west coast rain "waterproof").Here you go sport this (http://cgi.ebay.com/30-VINTAGE-UNUSED-FREIHOFER%27S-ALLENTOWN-PA-BREAD-BAGS_W0QQitemZ350274482415QQcmdZViewItemQQimsxZ200 91104%3FIMSfp%3DTL091104198003r2372&usg=__SswhiGafMi6LjVOiNH7VslFj1Po=&h=449&w=600&sz=39&hl=en&start=19&um=1&tbnid=IrsMW1iPoj_VUM:&tbnh=101&tbnw=135&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dplastic%2Bbread%2Bbags%26ndsp%3D18%26 hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DN%26start%3D18%26um%3D 1) is what you want. I can save some for you if you like, and for top dollar I'll even shake the crumbs out for you :yes:

Transalper

30th December 2009, 20:42

Twas a good end to the WNRs 2009.
A small but nice turn out.
Weather dried up and wind died down to make for a pleasant cruse over Dyres round the Bays to the Weaty for Big Sausage Roll and Chips... with red stuff. :blip:

Then back round the Bays to Lyttelton with about half of us finishing via the Summit and back down Dyers to our respective homes etc.

Cheers all and good night.

Spuds1234

30th December 2009, 20:49

Here you go sport this (http://cgi.ebay.com/30-VINTAGE-UNUSED-FREIHOFER%27S-ALLENTOWN-PA-BREAD-BAGS_W0QQitemZ350274482415QQcmdZViewItemQQimsxZ200 91104%3FIMSfp%3DTL091104198003r2372&usg=__SswhiGafMi6LjVOiNH7VslFj1Po=&h=449&w=600&sz=39&hl=en&start=19&um=1&tbnid=IrsMW1iPoj_VUM:&tbnh=101&tbnw=135&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dplastic%2Bbread%2Bbags%26ndsp%3D18%26 hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DN%26start%3D18%26um%3D 1) is what you want. I can save some for you if you like, and for top dollar I'll even shake the crumbs out for you :yes:

Yea sorry. I would use them. Really I would. But Im still young enough to want to look cool while Im riding my bike and I have disposable income which I plan on enjoying while I can. So sadly while the practical side of me says I should do that, the "You'll look like a tool" side of me says "You'll look like a tool wearing bread bags".

PS. Stop trying to rip me off, those bags are unused and hence dont have crumbs to shake out.

been_there

30th December 2009, 21:03

Was a good ride. Nice cruisy pace to scrub the crap off the new tyre.

Have a good and safe new year all....

KiwiPhoenix

30th December 2009, 21:37

KiwiPhoenix

30th December 2009, 21:40

See my bike looks as cool as the Ducati :cool:

tupelo

30th December 2009, 22:05

Great ride tonight, wind died down beautifully and the rain stopped, so glad I went along!!

Thanks JNemonic and the FJ guy (sorry I never remember your name!!) for the advice, patience and understanding!! Feel more confident with the corners now, just have to work on the downhill stuff!!

Tupelo, your lines were looking good on the way home (although, me also being new what would I know :laugh:) Hope you got some useful advice from everyone!!

thanks to all especially KP Dave and Brent. Your right KP got those lines nailed now especially on tight bends. ;)

BTW in urgent need of new rear tyre any advice appreciated. 150/80-15 for a cruiser

KiwiPhoenix

30th December 2009, 22:10

thanks to all especially KP Dave and Brent. Your right KP got those lines nailed now especially on tight bends. ;)

BTW in urgent need of new rear tyre any advice appreciated. 150/80-15 for a cruiser

Naw worries dearie!! Glad you got the corner sorted!! :whistle: good job we didn't come round a few seconds earlier, goodness knows what we would have seen, this guy peeing over the railing wouldn't have been good for my riding!!!! :laugh:

Give LongWheely a call at the garage, he'll be able to help you!

Spuds1234

30th December 2009, 22:10

BTW in urgent need of new rear tyre any advice appreciated. 150/80-15 for a cruiser

Go see Don and the guys at Cycletreads on Manchester Street.

They will see you right every time.

Iggy

31st December 2009, 08:06

:laugh:[QUOTE=Transalper;1129592777]Twas a good end to the WNRs 2009.
A small but nice turn out.
Weather dried up and wind died down to make for a pleasant cruse over Dyres round the Bays to the Weaty for Big Sausage Roll and Chips... with red stuff. :blip:

I was in stitches about the bottle of the red one:laugh:....just make sure you dont do anything silly on your bike:innocent:
I enjoyed the ride and the company, hope the weather behaves for next time. :2thumbsup

dangerous

31st December 2009, 08:38

BTW in urgent need of new rear tyre any advice appreciated. 150/80-15 for a cruiser
go to pit lane... theer is no were else worth considering

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 08:49

:laugh:Twas a good end to the WNRs 2009.
A small but nice turn out.
Weather dried up and wind died down to make for a pleasant cruse over Dyres round the Bays to the Weaty for Big Sausage Roll and Chips... with red stuff. :blip:

I was in stitches about the bottle of the red one:laugh:....just make sure you dont do anything silly on your bike:innocent:
I enjoyed the ride and the company, hope the weather behaves for next time. :2thumbsup

:laugh: yeah the red stuff did seem to make a rather regular appearance!! Transalper does the sauce before leaving the Wheatseaf!! :rofl:

Iggy

31st December 2009, 08:58

:laugh: yeah the red stuff did seem to make a rather regular appearance!! Transalper does the sauce before leaving the Wheatseaf!! :rofl:

:gob::rofl:....sorry but I wouldnt know as I am a newby on these WNR but a classic!!!:laugh:

Ghost_Bullet

31st December 2009, 09:09

and I have disposable income .

Dude, I have a special dumpster here just for that... dont be shy:done:

tupelo

31st December 2009, 10:58

go to pit lane... theer is no were else worth considering

D. and others. You wern't wrong. Those guys were great. Got me sorted real quick and I will have the wheels over the long weekend which didn't seem likely last night.:2thumbsup

Hey wait for me!

31st December 2009, 13:26

Well today my brother Darrell (aka Leopardskin) and i went for a short ride into town to look at sparkly things, oh soooo many sparkly things! It was great to have a wander through the bike shops and sit on a few bikes. I very much liked a Triumph 675 tripple! Damn! so shiney and looked so lonely sitting in the corner wanting a new owner, but alas i wasn't able to take it home :( Bumped into Dan (Tupolo) getting a new tire for his bike, he'll be wrapped getting it fitted before the long weekend :) After we pulled ourselves away from the shiny things we covert so much we went for a lovely ride up through Dyers,along the bays and down through Sumner. It was a nice little ride. Happy New Year everybody! :)

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 13:42

D. and others. You wern't wrong. Those guys were great. Got me sorted real quick and I will have the wheels over the long weekend which didn't seem likely last night.:2thumbsup

Great that your sorted! Just have to go round some corners to scrub it in! :whistle:

Well today my brother Darrell (aka Leopardskin) and i went for a short ride into town to look at sparkly things, oh soooo many sparkly things! It was great to have a wander through the bike shops and sit on a few bikes. I very much liked a Triumph 675 tripple! Damn! so shiney and looked so lonely sitting in the corner wanting a new owner, but alas i wasn't able to take it home :( Bumped into Dan (Tupolo) getting a new tire for his bike, he'll be wrapped getting it fitted before the long weekend :) After we pulled ourselves away from the shiny things we covert so much we went for a lovely ride up through Dyers,along the bays and down through Sumner. It was a nice little ride. Happy New Year everybody! :)

MMMMmmm, bike shopping!!! The joys of being a biker!!!:Punk:

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 13:45

Just had a quick look at my rep, now I have to say thank you to all for the bling but saying that JNemonic is cuter than me, well, what can I say!! :rofl:

JMemonic

31st December 2009, 16:23

Just had a quick look at my rep, now I have to say thank you to all for the bling but saying that JNemonic is cuter than me, well, what can I say!! :rofl:

Mahaha, hang on this is coming from a bunch of guys.......:no::no::no:

kerryhare

31st December 2009, 16:28

Just had a quick look at my rep, now I have to say thank you to all for the bling but saying that JNemonic is cuter than me, well, what can I say!! :rofl:

well it must be those ringlets of his. They are lovely, not that they can be seen under the helmet very well. I think he is cute, but I am biased.:hug:

tupelo

31st December 2009, 16:30

Flip

31st December 2009, 17:42

Sick sick sick.

Sorry but I just can't contribute to this conversation.

Shadowjack

31st December 2009, 17:52

Just been catching up with the thread - there's stuff here no-one should have to know - I wish I hadn't.

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 17:54

well it must be those ringlets of his. They are lovely, not that they can be seen under the helmet very well. I think he is cute, but I am biased.:hug:

Yes you are biased, you have to live with him!! :laugh:

Flip

31st December 2009, 17:54

Just been catching up with the thread - there's stuff here no-one should have to know - I wish I hadn't.

Yea me too this topic has warped my fragile little mind. I am now going to have to go out and buy a Honda.

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 17:56

Yea me too this topic has warped my fragile little mind. I am now going to have to go out and buy a Honda.

:rofl:

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JMemonic

31st December 2009, 19:16

Yea me too this topic has warped my fragile little mind. I am now going to have to go out and buy a Honda.

Tis what happens when the girly's get talking, risky stuff I tells you, not like how's Bess taken her out lately?

JMemonic

31st December 2009, 19:17

Happy New Year to all the WNR' folks, and all how take the time to read the thread.

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 20:16

Tis what happens when the girly's get talking, risky stuff I tells you,

Now see, you are getting to know what the female species is all about!! :laugh:

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!! :Punk:

FJRider

31st December 2009, 21:07

Now see, you are getting to know what the female species is all about!! :laugh:

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!! :Punk:

getting to know.... :yes: understanding :no::no::no::no::no:

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 21:11

getting to know.... :yes: understanding :no::no::no::no::no:

Ahh, you'll never understand us, like we will never understand you!! :blink:

FJRider

31st December 2009, 21:19

Ahh, you'll never understand us, like we will never understand you!! :blink:

We are simple people .... simple things please us.

Give us any of the three basic prioritys ... food - booze -"other stuff" ... one or all .... and we love ya .... :drool:

KiwiPhoenix

31st December 2009, 22:01

:mellow: so getting the thread back on track, opppssss!!!

So, where are we going for the 1st ride of 2010?? :Punk:

200BUSA

31st December 2009, 22:38

anywhere as long as plenty of twisty roads.

dangerous

1st January 2010, 10:18

Just had a quick look at my rep, now I have to say thank you to all for the bling but saying that JNemonic is cuter than me, well, what can I say!! :rofl:

HAha... not me I said 'and you look a lot cooler or quiter than JM aswell' I think... so drop the gay in who likes JM over KP

Yea me too this topic has warped my fragile little mind. I am now going to have to go out and buy a Honda.
OHHHHH... GREAT choice :2thumbsup

gloplg

1st January 2010, 10:35

Yea me too this topic has warped my fragile little mind. I am now going to have to go out and buy a Honda.

You would have to buy a whole new outfit to go with it. Naaaaaaaaaa you'd ruin your image dressed up in leathers:lol::lol::lol::lol:

FJRider

1st January 2010, 15:31

You would have to buy a whole new outfit to go with it. Naaaaaaaaaa you'd ruin your image dressed up in leathers:lol::lol::lol::lol:

and ... on a jap bike, you'll have to wave ... :lol:

Hey wait for me!

1st January 2010, 16:02

Just did a flying Akaroa run! Beautiful day for it. The traffic was shocking, very slow trip over there. Only had enough time to scull back a ginger beer at a cafe and back on bikes to get back so my bro could pick up his wife from the airport. Nice ride back though, the roads were great! The little bikes performed well. Damn i love the ride over the ranges from Duvochelles!! Gotta love those twisties!! I'm keen for a nice long ride Wednesday night, how about a ride out Oxford way somewhere?

Dave-

2nd January 2010, 20:47

grr, bike is out of action with a rooted clutch cover.

eta 1 week.

been_there

3rd January 2010, 08:04

eew rrr that sounds a bit rude :laugh:

Transalper

3rd January 2010, 09:27

yeah ashmore and I are off to queenstown for new year.

have a safe and fun new year everyone!

grr, bike is out of action with a rooted clutch cover.

eta 1 week.

Did you let that bike lay down on the job somewhere between here and there?

Dave-

3rd January 2010, 16:51

Did you let that bike lay down on the job somewhere between here and there?

no no, i was getting a new clutch installed and my awesome mechanic (Glouster motorcycles - strongly recommend people) found someone (a previous owner) had decided to install the wrong clutch, which in turn was causing damage the inside of the clutch case.

I ordered a new aftermarket one from aus, when it got here I realised it was a stator cover (i should've paid more attention to the photo and not the incorrectly labled description) they're going to refund it though.

due to xmas and new years the stator cover took a week to get here etc etc stuffing around.

it's NZD$300 for a new OEM yamaha one, or i can import one from the US for about NZD$150, OEM will be here late jan, US one will be here in 3-5 days....go figure?

was gutted we didnt get to take the bikes to qtown, but with 12 cops on the road and the masses or traffic, the blotchy weather it was probably best to take the co'rolla, needless to say we had an awesome time.

Transalper

3rd January 2010, 16:59

Ahh, well, that's alright then... kind of.

FJRider

3rd January 2010, 17:40

was gutted we didnt get to take the bikes to qtown, but with 12 cops on the road and the masses or traffic, the blotchy weather it was probably best to take the co'rolla, needless to say we had an awesome time.

There has been strong winds down this way lately ... cops have even stopped motorcyclists going through the Mc kenzie country, it was that bad.

E Ashmore

3rd January 2010, 20:27

i dont like this new kb. i was just getting used to the old one.
so where are we going for the first ride of 2010?

200BUSA

3rd January 2010, 20:58

New KB look so maybe new thread for 2010 in order.

fireliv

4th January 2010, 10:23

Noted I will mention it to phoenix but this is titled "2009-2010" so doesnt really need one.

Anyhow Phoenix is hating this new look so at this stage is refusing to come on to KB.....

kerryhare

4th January 2010, 10:56

Noted I will mention it to phoenix but this is titled "2009-2010" so doesnt really need one.

Anyhow Phoenix is hating this new look so at this stage is refusing to come on to KB.....

I don't like it either, the other one was easier to use.

Bren_chch

4th January 2010, 11:35

Anyhow Phoenix is hating this new look so at this stage is refusing to come on to KB..... sensitive new age guy!

200BUSA

4th January 2010, 11:52

Noted I will mention it to phoenix but this is titled "2009-2010" so doesnt really need one.

Anyhow Phoenix is hating this new look so at this stage is refusing to come on to KB.....

May be 09/ 2010 but to many posts to go through, new year new start. Any way where is the ride to on Wed night?

phoenixgtr

4th January 2010, 12:48

sensitive new age guy!

That hurt my feelings

Bren_chch

4th January 2010, 12:52

get revenge on me at the track next weekend!

phoenixgtr

4th January 2010, 13:02

One day I might just surprise you (and myself).

As for Weds we could always do what we were supposed to do last week (the whole of Summit Rd to a pub in Sumner) or anyone got a better idea? I might not make it as I'm short one indicator at the moment.

Hey wait for me!

4th January 2010, 21:17

Sounds good to me, how's about out through old Tai tapu road, then through Gebbies and then across summit road to Sumner for a bevey :)

been_there

5th January 2010, 07:25

Sounds good to me, how's about out through old Tai tapu road, then through Gebbies and then across summit road to Sumner for a bevey :)

Better to do it that way with your back to the sun. Speight Ale house in Ferry Rd for a refreshment?

Always weary on that summit road especially with the boy ricers having to pour diesel down to get some wheel spin.....

KiwiPhoenix

5th January 2010, 21:05

I'll be doing the bays route to the pub, I don't like the Summit Rd!! :(

helenoftroy

5th January 2010, 22:55

I'll be doing the bays route to the pub, I don't like the Summit Rd!! :(

Oh chick!!
Am more than happy to keep you company if you do decide to do the Summit...
Sam & I will be along(maybe with 2 pillions....) a another new WNR rider will catch us up....

Geez!dont like this new setup!where are the smilies??

dangerous

6th January 2010, 07:53

I'll be doing the bays route to the pub, I don't like the Summit Rd!! :(

think it as 'good' pratice, nothing wrong with the sumit road it is good training... but it is NOT a fast ride, tight, narrow, debri yes, all good to get used to.
beter knowing its there and how to deal with it rather than being cought out on a good road.

Broomrider

6th January 2010, 08:07

think it as 'good' pratice, nothing wrong with the sumit road it is good training... but it is NOT a fast ride, tight, narrow, debri yes, all good to get used to.
beter knowing its there and how to deal with it rather than being cought out on a good road.

When we get organised and over your way for the Wednesday night run (its a bit tight by the time we finish work and kit up) I would like to do the Summit run as my down hill cornering sux.....Is there shingle on the road??

maybe Kiwipheonix and I can get up there on our Kawi's and practice... :)

Trumpess

6th January 2010, 08:24

Hi guys - the summit road is all good!
I rode it on Sunday, pretty much like your planning for your ride, done a round trip from Gebbies, round the bays and back over the summit roads back to Gebbies. The road was pristine all the way! :yes:
Was up there last night (Tuesday) showing some out-of-towners the view of ChCh and the only change is the Sumner lookout corner, where some dick in a car decided to smear big stones and gravel all over the corner when he was taking off. So the mess will be on your side of the road heading to Evans Pass intersection.
Have a good ride, its a nice ride up there.

dangerous

6th January 2010, 08:24

When we get organised and over your way for the Wednesday night run (its a bit tight by the time we finish work and kit up) I would like to do the Summit run as my down hill cornering sux.....Is there shingle on the road??

maybe Kiwipheonix and I can get up there on our Kawi's and practice... :)that is a cool looking bike BR... The summit rd often has a little shingle left from winter or whats been draged out from the side of the rd, nothing bad and defnitly something everone should be able to manage.
Try a weekend ride up there, sort it with a few of the other unsure riders and Im always happy to help those that ask.

Flip

6th January 2010, 10:04

Not very well this week. Picked up a stomach bug and it has laid me very low.

CU next week.

Transalper

6th January 2010, 11:50

Well, doubt you'll see much of me for the rest of the season, got some big rides coming and need to buckle down and do the overtime at work including Wednesday evenings if I stand a chance of being able to afford to attend them.
So enjoy your rides and I will be thinking of you lot out there while I'm not... but the bigger events will be worth it in the end.

Broomrider

6th January 2010, 11:53

that is a cool looking bike BR... The summit rd often has a little shingle left from winter or whats been draged out from the side of the rd, nothing bad and defnitly something everone should be able to manage.
Try a weekend ride up there, sort it with a few of the other unsure riders and Im always happy to help those that ask.

Thanks re the bike... fits me perfectly...lol...

I will do that ride one day...I just hate the sharp downhill corners, I feel I slow down too much and nurse the bke around them, ... love those uphill corners though.. :)... My problem after getting back in the saddle after a 20 year break is my confidence in me and my bikes abilities...I intend on signing up for a track day tutoring course in April,....but for now will climb a few hills to practice practice practice. :)

What happened to this girl who used to ride up and down 3 kings in Waiouru on trail bikes without fear????
Had kids, turned 40 something and lost me mojo...lol.... FFS it's time I got it back....:baby:

true-to-life

6th January 2010, 12:16

Well folks, I will be along for the ride next Wed', it will be my last for quite a while as I am moving to Nelson. Enjoy the blat tonight, catch you's next week.

Stone_Duck

6th January 2010, 12:30

Great night for a ride, I am chaffing at the bit to get out after being a caravan pilot for the last week & a half.

cruza

6th January 2010, 13:09

Probably wait at halswell , saves riding into town

dangerous

6th January 2010, 13:53

...I just hate the sharp downhill corners, I feel I slow down too much and nurse the bke around them, ... use engine braking and keep the revs up, most of all position the body.

KiwiPhoenix

6th January 2010, 14:42

Nope, still doing the Bays Rd, thanks for the offer, just using this time to practice my corners and gain confidence, I will do the Summit Rd eventually!! I promise! :whistle:

fireliv

6th January 2010, 15:58

Well folks, I will be along for the ride next Wed', it will be my last for quite a while as I am moving to Nelson. Enjoy the blat tonight, catch you's next week.

Moving to Nelson!! Wow will miss you!!!

Wont be going tonight. Only have 1 bike at the mo so tris is taking mine since I'm a bit tired....

Have a good ride

Footless

6th January 2010, 20:36

Thanks everyone, enjoyed my first ride with you all.
Will be off the radar for a couple of weeks. Going on holiday.
See you all once I'm back.

KiwiPhoenix

6th January 2010, 20:54

Good ride again tonight and I even managed to keep up some of the way! Must be getting better :laugh:

Footless, have fun on your holiday! Love the bike!!!

So where to next week??

Roger

6th January 2010, 20:58

I'm pleased you all had fun, but no bastard offered me a ride, ya selfish pricks <_<

R1madness

6th January 2010, 21:01

I'm pleased you all had fun, but no bastard offered me a ride, ya selfish pricks <_<

Its because you are a useless passenger mate. you shuffle all ova the place in the corners and just sit like a dork on the straits...

Footless

6th January 2010, 21:03

You should have asked.
Ask andyou shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and you shall enter.
Stay mute and you get jack shit !

gammaguy

6th January 2010, 21:05

Great night for a ride, I am chaffing at the bit to get out after being a caravan pilot for the last week & a half.

cmon geoff,the RF 900 aint THAT big.....

Footless

6th January 2010, 21:05

Its because you are a useless passenger mate. you shuffle all ova the place in the corners and just sit like a dork on the straits...

Second thoughts - dont ask

KiwiPhoenix

6th January 2010, 21:15

Check out Rogers profile page!!:yes:
Second thoughts - dont ask

Dave-

6th January 2010, 21:21

should be back next week....I'll be leaving town at 7 though.

Footless

6th January 2010, 21:33

Check out Rogers profile page!!:yes:

It appears the nice people I met tonight were only indicative of the group.
Still every group has one.

cruza

6th January 2010, 21:35

Nice warm nite for a blat, must have just missed the main group , as svboy and me bailed out of halswell just before 6:55 .
Some nice riding there dangerous, if ya don't stay young at heart ya die old and boring, what mum said after ya left,
See ya all next week.

cruza

6th January 2010, 21:44

I'm pleased you all had fun, but no bastard offered me a ride, ya selfish pricks <_<

After what you did to D , You'd have too be pretty bent to have you as a pillion Roger , Anyway thought ya mate would have lent ya his spare bike, probably even has a ducati belt buckle to go with it.............

Roger

6th January 2010, 22:30

You should have asked.
Ask andyou shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and you shall enter.
Stay mute and you get jack shit !

Second thoughts - dont ask

It appears the nice people I met tonight were only indicative of the group.
Still every group has one.Whoooaa, I caught me a newbie, and he's a fighter too :rofl: I'd explain, but I'm feeling a bit "stuffed" right now :shifty:

Now where was I ... ahh that's right ... now where did I put that fishing rod :confused:

Roger

6th January 2010, 22:43

After what you did to D , You'd have too be pretty bent to have you as a pillion RogerNah, he was gagging for it, and you should've seen what the sick bastard did to me when I stayed there - I've still got the bite marks in my tail!

Anyway thought ya mate would have lent ya his spare bike, probably even has a ducati belt buckle to go with it.............He's no mate of mine after what he did to me as I just said! How did you know he has a Ducati buckle? He told me it was a secret that he loves Ducati's, and the Ducati gear he has is just his Friday night "dress up" if you know what I mean. Pillow talk is how I found out - have you been around there too you slippery sausage?

Broomrider

7th January 2010, 05:43

use engine braking and keep the revs up, most of all position the body.

It's a worry i have with finding grit just around the corner...I gotta get over that......if the weekend is good we might take a ride up there yonda hills and practice...

If you see me on the road feel free to pull me over...lol...I've got Broomrider above the number plate..

leopardskin

7th January 2010, 08:07

enjoyed the ride last night - bit of a cruise and then some twisty wrist stuff - summit road in pretty good nick with not a lot of loose stuff on the road (apart from my riding maybe) - BK carpark thick with Triumph's...nice

dangerous

7th January 2010, 08:13

It's a worry i have with finding grit just around the corner...I gotta get over that..
grit is in the head.. yes you may slid, then you recover. Its when people slide and think its all over and give up that they arse up... your the bikes boss not the other way around.

It appears the nice people I met tonight were only indicative of the group.
Still every group has one.
with reguards to Roger... you need to read his own thread http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/115138-Hello-KB-from-Roger and or the after math of the KB rally last month http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/96045-2009-South-Island-KB-Rally/page54

KiwiPhoenix

7th January 2010, 09:31

Footless, I wouldn't be too worried about Roger as a pillion, he is 3 ft tall and pink!

Stone_Duck

7th January 2010, 09:44

cmon geoff,the RF 900 aint THAT big.....

Hey Steve, After riding the summit road last night, it felt like it was only missing the draw bar.
How's the aromatherapy express going.

Broomrider

7th January 2010, 12:09

grit is in the head.. yes you may slid, then you recover. Its when people slide and think its all over and give up that they arse up... your the bikes boss not the other way around.

yeah you are right it's mind over matter for me and times I can shake it but on other occassions the arse slides out and my bits tighten up...:eek5: (mind you bit tightening does me no harm at all ):innocent:

I just have to relax, I don't have the same issues hitting grit going up hill and I do try not to think too much.....

however my chicken strips is getting narrower..:rolleyes:

Hey wait for me!

7th January 2010, 12:18

Gotta love those twisties up on the summit. I thought the road was pretty good, not much grit. The camera i was testing last night worked pretty good too, just need to work on a vibration free mount now and some fluff to stop the wind noise over the mic hole. Other than that i think it will do the job just nicely. Me thinks that making a mini steady cam set up will work a treat, so better get into the Bat cave and have a tu tu (not wear one) It was great having a beer and a chat at the ale house too, good to see a good turn out of bikes :) Also was great to be surrounded by triumphs even if they were roaring past me lol

Flip

7th January 2010, 12:38

I'm pleased you all had fun, but no bastard offered me a ride, ya selfish pricks <_<

Any time you need a ride Rog you just give me a call.

I would be happy to fold you in half and stuff you in one of my saddle bags.

helenoftroy

7th January 2010, 12:44

Some nice riding there dangerous, if ya don't stay young at heart ya die old and boring, what mum said after ya left,

Was great to have you round for the whole ride D!good to see your saving the monos for next week when Daves back!!:innocent:

Awesome night for a ride.....

Just loved having far queue,Dan & the 3rd guy(sorry dont know your name)blat past me on the Summit Rd on the Triumphs -you guys were so having fun!:woohoo::scooter:

Flip

7th January 2010, 13:07

Mighty sorry I missed yesterdays run. Stuck in bed with a sore; guts, head and ass at the moment.

Its typical that I have arguably the worst handling bike in the group but I really love the summit road, might have something to do with me believing that my grandfather worked on it during the great depression.

The one thing that recently really helped my gravel fear was doing a bit of trail bike riding. It taught me how to step the bike out and still retain control while in a skid, its actually easy to do but to me its counter intuitive as a road rider.

Any how I am stuck at home feeling very sorry for myself at the moment.

Roger

7th January 2010, 13:23

... I would be happy to fold you in half ...Ah uh, I bet you'd like to fold me in half! Keep talking dirty to me like that and you might just get your way ...

Mighty sorry I missed yesterdays run. Stuck in bed with a sore; guts, head and ass at the moment ... Any how I am stuck at home feeling very sorry for myself at the moment.Ohh baby, you want me to come round and rub that ass for ya?

SpeedMonger

7th January 2010, 13:35

I would be happy to fold you in half and stuff you in one of my saddle bags.

Haha, that has to be one of the funniest posts I have seen on here for a long time. Well done. Hope you get well soon.

I didn't get along as bike needs a new tyre and have to wait for it to arrive and fit it in between painting the damn house. Jeez I'm sick of sanding. If any sado masichists out there would like to finish the place off for me, feel free to pop around.

Hope to be along next week....

Flip

7th January 2010, 13:50

I keep any house sanding I do to a minimium. I water blast, then scrape, then just do a minimium of sanding just to feather the edges.

Broomrider

7th January 2010, 14:12

The one thing that recently really helped my gravel fear was doing a bit of trail bike riding. It taught me how to step the bike out and still retain control while in a skid, its actually easy to do but to me its counter intuitive as a road rider.

good idea :)

Any how I am stuck at home feeling very sorry for myself at the moment.

Hope ya bum, guts and head get better soon... :sick:

dangerous

7th January 2010, 15:57

Just loved having far queue,Dan & the 3rd guy(sorry dont know your name)blat past me on the Summit Rd on the Triumphs -you guys were so having fun!:woohoo::scooter: that old stick on the old trumpy... noisy bloody thing but fark did he have it wound up.

yeah you are right it's mind over matter for me and times I can shake it but on other occassions the arse slides out and my bits tighten up...:eek5: (mind you bit tightening does me no harm at all ):innocent:

I just have to relax, I don't have the same issues hitting grit going up hill and I do try not to think too much.....

however my chicken strips is getting narrower..:rolleyes: its normal to find it harder down hill, theres a lot more forces at work both on the bike and in the head.... LMFAO about the tightening does you no harm ;)

Hey Steve, After riding the summit road last night, it felt like it was only missing the draw bar.

hey you were 4th home, must of had a good head of steam up... bloody hard work that road, sorry I didnt get a chance to yak at the pub

cruza

7th January 2010, 16:59

Was great to have you round for the whole ride D!good to see your saving the monos for next week when Daves back!!:innocent:

Awesome night for a ride.....

The two twins got plenty of practice on way home to halswell...........:whistle:

helenoftroy

7th January 2010, 17:11

The two twins got plenty of practice on way home to halswell...........:whistle:
Cool!

Practise is fun!:blip:

Stone_Duck

7th January 2010, 17:39

that old stick on the old trumpy... noisy bloody thing but fark did he have it wound up.

its normal to find it harder down hill, theres a lot more forces at work both on the bike and in the head.... LMFAO about the tightening does you no harm ;)

hey you were 4th home, must of had a good head of steam up... bloody hard work that road, sorry I didnt get a chance to yak at the pub

Just keep stoking in the coal and she gets along alright, hoping to get along next week before heading up Marlborough way for a couple of weeks.
Some where more flowing corners would be the go next week.

Footless

7th January 2010, 18:29

Right o Roger,
I'm the dumb new one on the block so the next ride I'm on I want you on the back of my Boule.
Let everyone spot the sucker.

I will post once Im back from holiday, you be there!

dangerous

7th January 2010, 18:39

Roger

7th January 2010, 18:41

Right o Roger,
I'm the dumb new one on the block so the next ride I'm on I want you on the back of my Boule.
Let everyone spot the sucker.

I will post once Im back from holiday, you be there!

I dont think so sonny, you too new and too tight , wait ti you been to a couple of "AA" nights , then I might just bend over for you

Roger

7th January 2010, 18:44

that man deserves a DB

Is he comming down from the north to offer himself to me ???? choice
never tried stuffing a HoBag

Gee Darrel, thanks :P

Flip

7th January 2010, 19:20

I dont think so sonny, you too new and too tight , wait ti you been to a couple of "AA" nights , then I might just bend over for you

OK Roger you pink pin cushion, whats a "AA" night?

Footless

7th January 2010, 21:03

I dont think so sonny, you too new and too tight , wait ti you been to a couple of "AA" nights , then I might just bend over for you

Understand how you might feel, but the big Boule is not as scary as you think.

far queue

7th January 2010, 21:05

2nd WNR down for me and man that was fun :2thumbsup 1st time with an open face helmet for me in years and years and was a bit hard on the eyes at the higher speeds. I'll be sorted next week when the flying goggles turn up though :D :ride:

... whats a "AA" night?It's something that happens at rallies and is where Roger made his 1st appearance at Kopara. You should have stayed for the "fun" :drinkup:

cruza

7th January 2010, 21:37

:rolleyes:
2nd WNR down for me and man that was fun :2thumbsup 1st time with an open face helmet for me in years and years and was a bit hard on the eyes at the higher speeds. I'll be sorted next week when the flying goggles turn up though :D :ride:

:rolleyes: This is a real makeova FQ , Still reckon the jacket has to go :bleh:

far queue

7th January 2010, 22:05

:rolleyes:

:rolleyes: This is a real makeova FQ , Still reckon the jacket has to go :bleh:

Variety is the spice of life, and ya gotta have a laugh along the way. The jacket's fine, mind you if I loose some weight I could squeeze into my old black one which would be better - maybe that's the incentive I need ... hmmmm

When are you getting your adv bike? You should get a scrambler :yes:

gammaguy

7th January 2010, 23:08

Hey Steve, After riding the summit road last night, it felt like it was only missing the draw bar.
How's the aromatherapy express going.

haha

its going well thanks.took the night off to go to akaroa for fish and chips on a K75.

Maybe the WNR should do that sometime?

fireliv

8th January 2010, 05:58

haha

its going well thanks.took the night off to go to akaroa for fish and chips on a K75.

Maybe the WNR should do that sometime?

It made it to Akaroa the other week but I think it was just a turnaround.

Phoenix and I wont be there next week. Loading the bikes and heading away for a short pre-marriage excursion. See you all the week after!:niceone:

Flip

8th January 2010, 08:05

It made it to Akaroa the other week but I think it was just a turnaround.

Phoenix and I wont be there next week. Loading the bikes and heading away for a short pre-marriage excursion. See you all the week after!:niceone:

Whos getting marriaged? What have I missed.

phoenixgtr

8th January 2010, 08:17

Whos getting marriaged? What have I missed.

Liv & I are in Feb

dangerous

8th January 2010, 08:44

:rolleyes:

:rolleyes: This is a real makeova FQ , Still reckon the jacket has to go :bleh:
I was thinking the same... the jacket looks to Duc like

Ohh and my acc dosnt pay for face replacments... it goes to those that wear the best gear but still get hurt, but the open lid 'look cool'

*waits for the "its a free world and riders rights to dress how they want" bigade

ps: seen dragon jeans disintergate to... might as well just wear undies

far queue

8th January 2010, 09:01

Liv & I are in FebMay I just take this moment to offer my condolences to you both :mellow:

... Ohh and my acc dosnt pay for face replacments... it goes to those that wear the best gear but still get hurt, but the open lid 'look cool'

*waits for the "its a free world and riders rights to dress how they want" bigade ...Yeah, I though about that and figured that in all the years I've been riding and the number of "offs" I've had (mainly as a teenager learning the ropes) I've never munted the front part of the helmet. So I've decided to take the calculated risk, however the open face will only be used for local rides, the fullface remains for the longer open road trips. One thing about the open face I'm enjoying is the better view, the wind in the face, and a greater sense of freedom. It's like you don't have a helmet on at all and the combination of the Triumph and the open face helmet is more like it was when I first started riding all those years ago - just plain, simple, uncomplicated fun :ride:

Dave-

8th January 2010, 09:38

ps: seen dragon jeans disintergate to... might as well just wear undies

I've heard that can be cause of misuse

like they say pretty implicitly how you're suppose to clean them, all of which are in the interests of maintaining the thread strength.

my last pair of dragons disintegrated working in a warehouse over summer, the denim just broke away.

I wear the dragon oilskins (which're suppose to have relative waterproofness) in the instructions I'm pretty much told to never clean them cause it'll remove the oil from the thread, apparently I have to use cold water and scrub out any "soiling" (lol) or use the hose, however I'm then not allowed to tumble dry, or dry in the sun, they have to hang dry somewhere....and that takes up to 3 days!

they've lost most of their waterproofing now anyway so i might just give them a clean in the washing machine.

Flip

8th January 2010, 09:46

Liv & I are in Feb

Well congratulations to you both.

cruza

8th January 2010, 11:56

Just winding ya up FQ, Reckon ya made a great choice .

It's like you don't have a helmet on at all and the combination of the Triumph and the open face helmet is more like it was when I first started riding all those years ago - just plain, simple, uncomplicated fun :ride:

Know where your coming from, been riding a 250cc few times this season round the hills, and still have a great time and come back with smile. Chris on his drz400 as well, Been making me look at other options for the next toy

cruza

8th January 2010, 12:13

*waits for the "its a free world and riders rights to dress how they want" bigade

ps: seen dragon jeans disintergate to... might as well just wear undies

Yeah think people ove rate the protection they will get with dragon jeans. Ordering some Quasi leather pants , hopefully bit cooler with their stretchy panels etc , than the ones I've already got. And help me break my bad habit of jean wearing. Just a quiet ride.......:rolleyes: like that ever happens:laugh:

kerryhare

8th January 2010, 15:08

I

Phoenix and I wont be there next week. Loading the bikes and heading away for a short pre-marriage excursion. See you all the week after!:niceone:

Have a great time you two.

Ghost_Bullet

8th January 2010, 17:48

ps: seen dragon jeans disintergate to... might as well just wear undies

Yeah think people ove rate the protection they will get with dragon jeans.

I been wearing dragon jeans since getting the Griso, and they have been awesome!!!! If I one day fall, my story may change... they are comfy cool, and have to be better than std jeans, but no doubt at all, leather is best. I just dont fancy wearing a sauna suit, and all that fluid retention within my garments.... eeew.

Marrigae of two KB'rs uh, aggree with fq there, but congrats also!!!! hehe

dangerous

8th January 2010, 18:07

Liv & I are in Feb SUCKERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrr ;)

May I just take this moment to offer my condolences to you both :mellow:HAHAHAaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

however the open face will only be used for local rides, the fullface remains for the longer open road trips. One thing about the open face I'm enjoying is the better view, the wind in the face, and a greater sense of freedom. It's like you don't have a helmet on at all and the combination of the Triumph and the open face helmet is more like it was when I first started riding all those years ago - just plain, simple, uncomplicated fun :ride: yeah man... im hearing ya, tiz biking at its rawest.

I've heard that can be cause of misuse

like they say pretty implicitly how you're suppose to clean them, all of which are in the interests of maintaining the thread strength.Nope... he went over the side and the only thing that saved his skin was his walet in the pocket.. the wallet was leather.

The add for dragon shows some turky being draged on his arse.. when does that happen in a acco?

Well congratulations to you both.
yeah yeah... same

Dave-

8th January 2010, 18:31

Nope... he went over the side and the only thing that saved his skin was his walet in the pocket.. the wallet was leather.

The add for dragon shows some turky being draged on his arse.. when does that happen in a acco?

so what you're saying is that i should wear my wallet for protection?

hey Ashmore, D ses that condom in my wallet might be good for protection after all!

dangerous

8th January 2010, 18:52

so what you're saying is that i should wear my wallet for protection?

hey Ashmore, D ses that condom in my wallet might be good for protection after all!
NOT if ya dont get it out ya bloody twat...

that friend of ya sis's really was checking you out yesterday

JMemonic

8th January 2010, 19:39

Phoenix and I wont be there next week. Loading the bikes and heading away for a short pre-marriage excursion. See you all the week after!:niceone:

Have a good trip, catch you guys later.

cruza

8th January 2010, 20:33

so what you're saying is that i should wear my wallet for protection?

hey Ashmore, D ses that condom in my wallet might be good for protection after all!

Have ya checked the expiry date lately? probably like ya wallet ,full of cobwebs:killingme

R1madness

9th January 2010, 01:05

cruza

9th January 2010, 18:17

KiwiPhoenix

9th January 2010, 20:47

Only downside is us learners wouldn't be able to go along! We unfortunately have a 10pm curfew!

Gareth123

10th January 2010, 00:03

Only downside is us learners wouldn't be able to go along! We unfortunately have a 10pm curfew!

And we should all have an L plate on the back of our bikes too:whistle:

FJRider

10th January 2010, 00:44

Did someone say Kaikora for this Wednesday? I am sure someone did... didn't they... Sounds like a great idea... Would be a late return (about 12pm) but oh what a work story.... you know when you re at morning tea and they are all talking about grays anatomy (or whatever is on on wed) and you say "oh really i went to Kaikora for a coke last night" just watch their faces lol

Even in the height of summer ... the return trip would be in the dark. On highway one. Probably one of the most dangerous pieces of highway one (south island anyway)... NIGHT or DAY. The inland route return would take longer, and not really be any better at night for learners or inexperienced riders.

laRIKin

10th January 2010, 08:00

Even in the height of summer ... the return trip would be in the dark. On highway one. Probably one of the most dangerous pieces of highway one (south island anyway)... NIGHT or DAY. The inland route return would take longer, and not really be any better at night for learners or inexperienced riders.

I disagree, we use to do the trip on a Friday night for burgers all the time.
We even did it to see Sonic off, when he went home as he had a late Ferry booking.
SDU, Bent51 and I went that far to make sure he got that far OK and had a meal with him.
There are photo's and a thread on the trip, but can not find them at the moment.

True it is not a trip for beginners or faint hearted.

It's only dark there are no Boggy man out there to get you.
You just have to ride to conditions.

I could be keen IF we leave at 6 O'clock sharp from the shop.
AND if we have good group of riders that can ride quick-ish at night.
Non stop there and back.

So I guess I'm in, if you need company.
Just for old time's sake.

T.W.R

10th January 2010, 08:06

True it is not a trip for beginners or faint hearted.

You just have to ride to conditions.

So yet again the WNRs will digress away from what they're intended to be ??

200BUSA

10th January 2010, 08:08

I would be keen too but just sold the bike, and looking for another one.

200BUSA

10th January 2010, 08:11

Why dont the learners do the Leader Rd and the others can bugger off to Kaikoura. As only a few will carry on to Kaikoura. The main bunch can have a quiet cruise - plenty of time to do the Leader run.

Ghost_Bullet

10th January 2010, 08:35

SUCKERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr rrrrrrrrrrrr ;)

Nope... he went over the side and the only thing that saved his skin was his walet in the pocket.. the wallet was leather.

The add for dragon shows some turky being draged on his arse.. when does that happen in a acco?

yeah yeah... same

But I recall, they wern't dragon, but another brand of pant, though they could perform the same'ish.

dangerous

10th January 2010, 09:13

Only downside is us learners wouldn't be able to go along! We unfortunately have a 10pm curfew!HUH.. for real, you have a 70k limit AND a 10pm curfew?

fark the learning system is screwed up... compulsary traing would go a long way and what the gvt spends on traing will save them in ACC etc, go figger!

Peeteey

10th January 2010, 11:35

So are some people going to Kaikoura this coming week? That's a hell of a ride.

Personally I can't be arsed going all that way. From here to there is not the most wonderful road to ride, it's the bit after Kaikoura that's really fun ...

Are there any others that would rather just do a regular Wed nite ride?

fireliv

10th January 2010, 11:39

Just run 2 rides

Flip

10th January 2010, 11:47

Well I can think of better things to be doing at 2400 hrs on Wednesday night. Like snuggling up in bed with my wife (and mind your own business).

Just the standard ride for me boys and girls.

FJRider

10th January 2010, 13:30

Well I can think of better things to be doing at 2400 hrs on Wednesday night. Like snuggling up in bed with my wife (and mind your own business).

Just the standard ride for me boys and girls.

So .... is that three choices ... Kaikoura, the standard ride ... or a snuggle with Flip's wife ... ??? :whistle: :innocent:

Hey wait for me!

10th January 2010, 14:08

I'll be keen for a normal run on Wednesday night. Would a ride to diamond harbour and a stop at the pub out on the point be good? Its a good ride out there for learners and experienced a bit of everything for everyone.

I would like to do the Kaikoura run too but not fair on the learners. It makes it a bloody long ride at 70KPH. Part of the whole WNR experience is stopping at destonation X. Whether you get there faster or slower is up to the experience or the patience of the rider but we do all get to destonation X in the end. Having perhaps a Saturday or Sunday day riding group started up would be a good idea if there are a group of riders that want to ride the likes of Kaikoura or Hamner or the like would be great. Even another night of the week for more experienced riders who want to ride longer distances. Splitting the WNR group into 2 destonations will in my humble opinion only end up with learners at spot X and experienced at spot Y and detracts away from the idea of the WNR in the first place.

cruza

10th January 2010, 15:30

So yet again the WNRs will digress away from what they're intended to be ??

+1
Last weeks was a minter, aride, good social time, and home at a decent time.

far queue

10th January 2010, 15:58

... Are there any others that would rather just do a regular Wed nite ride?Yep, I would

+1
Last weeks was a minter, aride, good social time, and home at a decent time.Yep, I agree

dangerous

10th January 2010, 16:18

Ya know people... Mr Madness 'may' have just been taking the piss aye, after all he did post in the small hours prehapes even pissed!

Hey wait for me!

10th January 2010, 16:29

Yeah i liked last weeks too! First time i'd done the whole of summit road, normally just start at sign of the kiwi to Sumner.... Nice change
+1
Last weeks was a minter, aride, good social time, and home at a decent time.

laRIKin

10th January 2010, 17:53

R1maddness has done this ride before and so have a few others and so have I.
It may have been put up in jest, but it is not the first time there has been a break away group.
After all there is the Duvachelle Gp crew.
And there other riders, like when the day light is shorter, a lot do not go all the way to the Duvachelle Pub.
Others will not do the Summit Road and there have been others.

Think of this as a one time ride, at night to Kaikoura, but the ride home it will get dark.
We will get there with day light.
And I would not call the Hundalee's boring to ride at night or hard.
Just all the roads are so different to ride in the dark.
It is like riding them for the first time again.

All tho not a ride for beginners because they must be home by 10 O'clock.
It could be a good ride for learners to learn or try to ride at night, while it is still warm and not as cold as it is in winter.

It is not every ones cup of tea.
And the weather would have to be nice.

I have talked to a few people and I know they will do the ride if they can get home from work in time.
So we have a possible four people.

Sorry this break away ride in on the normal WNR thread, but it may have started here as a joke or a piss take.
But now it is a happening thing as far as I'm concerned.
So if you think you and your bike are up for this. (think before putting your hand up)

Six O'clock start from Just Motorcycles.
We have to get an earlier start and R1 has to close his shop first, so I think this is the best idea.
And we do not have to ride right across town.
Which can be hard to keep a group together.
Full tank of gas. (there is a Shell garage across the road)
181 km and about a 2 1/2 hour ride one way.
We could pick up another group out of town. (just thinking out loud)

neels

10th January 2010, 18:24

Pizza at Sonic :2thumbsup:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

If I'm travelling with company. What the hell, we went to Ashburton at 9pm a couple of fridays ago to say hi to a mate, what's a ride to kaikoura.

If I'm flying solo I might bring the scooter (if it's legal by then), and keep the learners company at 70kph. :eek5:

dangerous

10th January 2010, 18:46

gloplg

10th January 2010, 20:00

Well I can think of better things to be doing at 2400 hrs on Wednesday night. Like snuggling up in bed with my wife (and mind your own business).

Just the standard ride for me boys and girls.

So where are we off to this week Flip??????:sleep:And I don't mean your place either!!!!

neels

10th January 2010, 20:39

Not the Enzeta?Wash your mouth out, it's a Puch (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/116648-54-year-old-ready-for-action-again-(1956-Puch))
Anyway, if it's to kaikoura it'll be on the XJ, the scooter doesn't bear thinking about.

I was thinking I could take it into town for a shorter ride at learner pace :scooter:

been_there

11th January 2010, 09:12

Make that 5 rik... been hanging out for a longer ride

Flip

11th January 2010, 09:54

leopardskin

11th January 2010, 10:41

Diamond Harbour gets a vote from me - as much as a ride to Kaikoura sounds great, i think my current skill level limits me to a shorter ride on more familiar roads - on a longer trip i might be tempted to try and keep up with others too much.

KiwiPhoenix

11th January 2010, 10:46

So .... is that three choices ... Kaikoura, the standard ride ... or a snuggle with Flip's wife ... ??? :whistle: :innocent:

No I don't think Flip would be too happy with all these bikers snuggling up to his wife!! :rofl:

Diamond Harbour is good for me!! And to thise doing the Kiakoura run, ride safe and have fun!! I'm just jealous!!! I would be the one that would be caught speeding and over my curfew, thats just my luck! :lol:

true-to-life

11th January 2010, 11:02

Yea yea, diamond harbour, lovely ride for my last for a while with you lot.

far queue

11th January 2010, 17:13

I'll be heading back from the coast on Weds so may not make the WNR, we'll see ...

gloplg

11th January 2010, 19:06

Well this gets my vote this week. The bug I had has laid me pretty low so are only able to do a short run.

Hey Flip not good to hear about your health!!!!! If you're not better soon we'll have to get Roger to come and chear you up. He would get on well with your welsh terror.

Anyway, would your health be up to Evens, Port and around the bays???????:ride::ride:

maxf

11th January 2010, 21:16

Well, I'll be up for the short one - gave up the "500kms for snacks" runs after uni, and after $500+ for tyres last week I'm maybe thinking I should ration myself a bit!

also - cheeky comments, semi in-jest; applies specifically to the long-run crew but also to the regulars - make sure you've got the basics ... spare lights (esp headlight), fuses, tyre repair kit (Petra!), torch so you can use them, hazard triangle or flashers, first aid kit if you feel particularly responsible...

Have a good ride, wherever!

Ben Ross

11th January 2010, 21:45

Hey wait for me!

11th January 2010, 21:54

Welcome to the group Ben! It's a great group and always keen to meet new members :)
hey hows it fellas?? Im new to this site and also new to biking brought my bike up in nelson and rode it down to chch(thru a storm and with little experience) last week lol anyways i keen for a ride wherever you guys are heading.... Good to see a site devoted to kiwi biking and getting to know other bikers, look forward to getting out on the road in a group.

Flip

11th January 2010, 22:08

Hey Flip not good to hear about your health!!!!! If you're not better soon we'll have to get Roger to come and chear you up. He would get on well with your welsh terror.

Anyway, would your health be up to Evens, Port and around the bays???????:ride::ride:

Probably. Ted the terrier would love to get (his teeth) into Roger.

helenoftroy

11th January 2010, 23:16

hey hows it fellas?? Im new to this site and also new to biking brought my bike up in nelson and rode it down to chch(thru a storm and with little experience) last week lol anyways i keen for a ride wherever you guys are heading.... Good to see a site devoted to kiwi biking and getting to know other bikers, look forward to getting out on the road in a group.
Welcome Ben!

Excellent choice of 1st bike:niceone:

You will have a heap of fun on it,& it will be awesome in the dirt too

Can you guess that my first bike was a 250 trail bike(XL250Motorsport)back in the dark ages!!lol

When I started riding again bout 5 yrs ago I started with XL200R.....:niceone:

maxf

12th January 2010, 08:46

Hey - off topic- have you all seen the next ACC protest up at Repco Northwood?

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/115944-23-Jan-sponsored-Christchurch-public-education-event

Flip

12th January 2010, 13:33

Hey wait for me!

12th January 2010, 16:11

I had a Dr200 once, it was a good wee bike. When i sold it a chap turned up to take it for a ride. He asked what the gears are? I said "First gear is down" so he road around the back yard slowly and then said i'll take it! He handed me the cash and then rode off down the road in first gear and off into the distance!! Perhaps i was at fault and should have told him that it had 4 more gears that are up? I dunno you tell me?! lol
Welcome Ben!

Excellent choice of 1st bike:niceone:

You will have a heap of fun on it,& it will be awesome in the dirt too

Can you guess that my first bike was a 250 trail bike(XL250Motorsport)back in the dark ages!!lol

When I started riding again bout 5 yrs ago I started with XL200R.....:niceone:

R1madness

12th January 2010, 17:34

R1madness

12th January 2010, 17:39

So yet again the WNRs will digress away from what they're intended to be ??

What are they intended to be? I thought they were a chance to get out, socialise, meet other bikers and go for a ride. Stopping every 20 mins for 10 mins is a yawn and sometimes some of us just want to go a bit further.

R1madness

12th January 2010, 17:54

Ya know people... Mr Madness 'may' have just been taking the piss aye, after all he did post in the small hours prehapes even pissed!

No i wasn't a pisstake or a joke Darryl you should know me better than that. I was, am and always will be serious when i post a RIDE. What i do at 2am is noone elses business but i certainly was not drinking. Look some people dont want to go. Fine. But some do. The whole WNR thing is open to anyone, for any bike, any distance and time frame. Yes its good to bring the learners along. I always support that, even bring my daughter along most rides, but its fair to say that some of us do like to go further, faster, and longer than a summet road ride. Its not a breakaway group... its just a few guys going for a hoon... come if you want. dont if you dont. Is less than 400km round trip.

dangerous

12th January 2010, 18:07

No i wasn't a pisstake or a joke Darryl you should know me better than that. I was, am and always will be serious when i post a RIDE. What i do at 2am is noone elses business but i certainly was not drinking. Look some people dont want to go. Fine. But some do. The whole WNR thing is open to anyone, for any bike, any distance and time frame. Yes its good to bring the learners along. I always support that, even bring my daughter along most rides, but its fair to say that some of us do like to go further, faster, and longer than a summet road ride. Its not a breakaway group... its just a few guys going for a hoon... come if you want. dont if you dont. Is less than 400km round trip.WOW... no offence and to be honest I for one dont giv a fuck what ya do at any hour... cricky keep ya pants on. :shit:

What are they intended to be? I thought they were a chance to get out, socialise, meet other bikers and go for a ride. Stopping every 20 mins for 10 mins is a yawn and sometimes some of us just want to go a bit further. and as boldeered above quote WRONG... it was started as a SLOW and NEWBEES ride and as far as I know still is (no issues with others joining in of course) find last years thread and learn up aye... :bleh:

I thought you knew that!
best I can say is crank a 'non newbees" thread and go for a spin, and again.. I was not intending to brass ya off, thought I 'did' know you beter and figgered you were having fun. :niceone:

R1madness

12th January 2010, 18:21

and as boldeered above quote WRONG... it was started as a SLOW and NEWBEES ride and as far as I know still is (no issues with others joining in of course) find last years thread and learn up aye... :bleh:
:

hmmm a bit 2 faced there D. Last week i remember you ranting that it was noones ride and anyone could come on whatever bike they wanted and ride how they liked. or has that suddenly changed?

dangerous

12th January 2010, 18:26

hmmm a bit 2 faced there D. Last week i remember you ranting that it was noones ride and anyone could come on whatever bike they wanted and ride how they liked. or has that suddenly changed?
Oh did I? beter show me, having said that if I did then I expect such comment was taken out of perspective... let me asure you I have but only one face, and it aint the pretiest.

edit: comment 'might' have been me saying NO one can stop any one comming and riding how they like... not thats how it is as you sugest. (such comment was me and Dave flicking a bit of fun at each other, we prick got one over me to)

PS: WNR organisation, has nothing to do with me, I sometimes turn up for a spin... thats all.

R1madness

12th January 2010, 18:32

it went something like this...

Stop right there... who the hell do you think you are Dave "your rides" ask me to leave... not possible, you sound like lama solo? loan rider... do you think you are a gang leader some one important... ya not just like me... get over it man you will find it more relaxing.

The roads are free for anyone to ride, and dicks wont last long and thats with out even having to threten them like you just did me. You are young and green man...

remember now?

dangerous

12th January 2010, 18:34

it went something like this...
as my above post...

R1madness

12th January 2010, 18:40

oh so its ok by you if i suggest a ride destination then? So what if its not a popular choice. Its was just a suggestion, one that some people have thought was great and others thought was crap. Freedom to choose and decide for yourself is part of the biker lifestyle D.

dangerous

12th January 2010, 18:51

cruza

12th January 2010, 18:56

May leave the thou at home and come on the 225, been all thru this shit before :girlfight:

R1madness

12th January 2010, 19:06

:rolleyes: the thou will be better for kaik but bring the 225 if you want lol....

neels

12th January 2010, 19:08

Might leave the 600 at home and come on the scooter. :girlfight:

:rolleyes:

R1madness

12th January 2010, 19:10

ohhhhh scooter wednesday night ride.... lol how about that for next week??? Go on please...... please do a scooter WNR.....

Flip

12th January 2010, 19:14

Might leave the 600 at home and come on the scooter. :girlfight:

:rolleyes:

Love to see the Puch. Bring it please? I only have one road legal bike at the moment so I have to bring the Hog.

KiwiPhoenix

12th January 2010, 19:15

ohhhhh scooter wednesday night ride.... lol how about that for next week??? Go on please...... please do a scooter WNR.....

Please do!!!! That way I'll be faster than you lot! :rofl:

cruza

12th January 2010, 19:17

ohhhhh scooter wednesday night ride.... lol how about that for next week??? Go on please...... please do a scooter WNR.....

long as its not to kaikoura. Got work at 4am

Flip

12th January 2010, 19:18

ohhhhh scooter wednesday night ride.... lol how about that for next week??? Go on please...... please do a scooter WNR.....

I am always on my scooter, every week.

neels

12th January 2010, 19:19

Please do!!!! That way I'll be faster than you lot! :rofl:
:scooter: I dunno, I had it up to almost 50mph tonight ::wari::clap::rofl:

KiwiPhoenix

12th January 2010, 19:20

I am always on my scooter, every week.

But Flip, you are faster than me on that scooter :laugh:

KiwiPhoenix

12th January 2010, 19:20

:scooter: I dunno, I had it up to almost 50mph tonight ::wari::clap::rofl:

Woohoo!!!! :rofl:

R1madness

12th January 2010, 19:21

if we do a scooter run can we make it sort of a flattish route tho? My 50cc struggles on the evans pass.... :confused: not sure why tho... :msn-wink:

KiwiPhoenix

12th January 2010, 19:22

if we do a scooter run can we make it sort of a flattish route tho? My 50cc struggles on the evans pass.... :confused: not sure why tho... :msn-wink:

I would most definitely would be faster! :bleh:

Flip

12th January 2010, 19:32

But Flip, you are faster than me on that scooter :laugh:

No I'm not. You were in front of me all the way back into town the other week.

I actually like the idea of a scooter WNR. I don't have one or know anybody that even owns one, but I like the idea.

KiwiPhoenix

12th January 2010, 19:35

No I'm not. You were in front of me all the way back into town the other week.

I actually like the idea of a scooter WNR. I don't have one or know anybody that even owns one, but I like the idea.

Only cause you never overtook me and had a pillion! You would have easily overtaken me on your Hog. :laugh:

Flip

12th January 2010, 19:41

Only cause you never overtook me and had a pillion! You would have easily overtaken me on your Hog. :laugh:

Its not the speed of the bike that matters young grasshopper.

KiwiPhoenix

12th January 2010, 19:42

Its not the speed of the bike that matters young grasshopper.

True! I like that nickname, off to change a couple of things.......

cruza

12th January 2010, 19:50

if we do a scooter run can we make it sort of a flattish route tho? My 50cc struggles on the evans pass.... :confused: not sure why tho... :msn-wink:

thru the tunnel like sid's scooter run ya nob

Flip

12th January 2010, 19:54

I have a Solex....... 30kph.......

neels

12th January 2010, 20:01

thru the tunnel like sid's scooter run ya nob
That was my plan, then round the bays to diamond harbour sounds OK.

If wifey decides to stay home it sounds like it's time for the scooter's first legal ride in about 25 years.

T.W.R

12th January 2010, 21:03

What are they intended to be? I thought they were a chance to get out, socialise, meet other bikers and go for a ride. Stopping every 20 mins for 10 mins is a yawn and sometimes some of us just want to go a bit further.

Re 1st post of this thread & the thread from 08 WNR here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/106734-Chch-Weds-Night-Cruises-2009-10?p=1129382973#post1129382973)

You expect novice riders wanting to learn from more advanced riders & so-called experienced riders to deal with a ride to Kaikoura departing that time of the evening, having to deal with long-haul rigs coming from Picton, tired car drivers doing the same etc and that's just getting to Kaikoura then deal with the return journey aswell? some of the smaller bikes would struggle with fuel let-alone the other hazards that piece of SH1 throws up?
If you're bored with the usual proceedings then that's your inadequatacy and Yeah maybe the intention of the rides is a socially fuelled experience but it's also to help the younger riders and throwing them in the deep end isn't helping and does put a few off the idea of being involved too because senior riders are more intent on their own wants rather than thinking of what they can contribute.