Chch Weds Maintenance Evenings 2010

[robertvi]

I just don't want my sheepskin seat getting all wet!!

Man you Kiwis are tough! I didn't even check to see if it was on tonight, I just thought, Nah can't be!

I did ride across town yesterday to collect a (small) lathe in my backpack in the rain :cold: - not sure if that counts as 'Kiwi tough' or 'Crazy Pom'?

[schrodingers cat]

[QUOTE=robertvi;1129764577]

I did ride across town yesterday to collect a (small) lathe in my backpack in the rain :cold: - QUOTE]

Lathe.
Backpack?
How small is small?
And what do you use it for?
(Just being nosey)

[Shadowjack]

Decided to crank out the reps at the gym, rather than turn the crank on the bike. Just about over the drought-breaking rain, I reckon...
Respect to anybody that got there.

[robertvi]

How small is small?
And what do you use it for?

Technically it's only a 'lathe attachment' for a black and decker drill which I have - it's a wood lathe-type so probably not much use for fixing bike parts - even if I knew how to :innocent: But it was only 5 bucks :D I just wanted to see what it could do - I'm planning to make a small model steam engine, so it might come in handy.

[schrodingers cat]

I salute your patience then sir (model steam engine)

Actually there is some really interesting stuff being done with Stirling Cycle Engines. One day when I retire p'haps...

[kerryhare]

Have the afternoon off but am starting early in the morning and have other commitments so will be missing out tonight.

He is starting early in the morning. But I also think, he thinks he needs to stay home and keep an eye on me.

[Flip]

Just got in from work. I'm buggered and going to bed early.

If you ever need a lathe you can use mine, but its a little too large to carry in a backpack.

[robertvi]

Actually there is some really interesting stuff being done with Stirling Cycle Engines. One day when I retire p'haps...

Yeah, Stirling engines are pretty cool


If you ever need a lathe you can use mine, but its a little too large to carry in a backpack.

Thanks! The apprentice's work piece would definitely come to the lathe rather than vice versa :yes:

[fireliv]

what a bunch of wimps coming in their cages.. ill be there bike and all

Well I didnt see you there so I guess not!!! Phoenix and I did show up in the car (after riding my bike around town all day in this whether) but no one was home. Went to the pub incase we missed anyone (since we arrived at the work shop just before 7) no one there either. Had a lonely drink with Phoenix and came home.

So much for my first maintance night of the year!!

[bittertwistedcute]

And that sounds exactly like what he should be doing, keep well!

He is starting early in the morning. But I also think, he thinks he needs to stay home and keep an eye on me.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Man you Kiwis are tough! I didn't even check to see if it was on tonight, I just thought, Nah can't be!

I did ride across town yesterday to collect a (small) lathe in my backpack in the rain :cold: - not sure if that counts as 'Kiwi tough' or 'Crazy Pom'?

I'm a crazy scots chick! I would definitely say both! :laugh:


Decided to crank out the reps at the gym, rather than turn the crank on the bike. Just about over the drought-breaking rain, I reckon...
Respect to anybody that got there.

I went by car tonight, but did go!


Well I didnt see you there so I guess not!!! Phoenix and I did show up in the car (after riding my bike around town all day in this whether) but no one was home. Went to the pub incase we missed anyone (since we arrived at the work shop just before 7) no one there either. Had a lonely drink with Phoenix and came home.

So much for my first maintance night of the year!!

Yeah, we thought that by 6.30pm no-one else was going to show so we decided to bugger off at 6.45, I had a coffee date anyways, the others piked!

[Bren]

Same place same time? I am hoping to be down in CHCH next week so hopefully if it all works will be in to say hi

[KiwiPhoenix]

Same place same time? I am hoping to be down in CHCH next week so hopefully if it all works will be in to say hi

Yep, same place same time! Hope to see you then!

[Dave3362]

i was there on the bike but we left at 6.45.. noone went to the pub so i went home again.. it was bloody wet too

[fireliv]

I'm a crazy scots chick! I would definitely say both! :laugh:



I went by car tonight, but did go!



Yeah, we thought that by 6.30pm no-one else was going to show so we decided to bugger off at 6.45, I had a coffee date anyways, the others piked!


i was there on the bike but we left at 6.45.. noone went to the pub so i went home again.. it was bloody wet too

You 2 are forgiven then!! I wont be there this week (I babysit my nephew every second wed) so see you in a fortnight

[Bren]

yup...air fares booked...am down next week so see ya all on wed

[KiwiPhoenix]

yup...air fares booked...am down next week so see ya all on wed

Cool! Will be good to see you again!

FireLiv, your nephew will be getting big now, will have to come over and see him.

[Peach]

Hi guys! Its Peach here, Eliot's girlfriend, I have FINALLY scored myself my FIRST motorbike, his old CBR250, so next time you see me I will be astride my very own motorbike, might be a bit wobbly though.... hmmm must find those training wheels!! First things first, I need to get my license so maybe ill still be on the back on the gsxr next time.. but ill be on mine soon! Anyways. Just a heads up! The streets are no longer safe! :P

[Flip]

Hi guys! Its Peach here, Eliot's girlfriend, I have FINALLY scored myself my FIRST motorbike, his old CBR250, so next time you see me I will be astride my very own motorbike, might be a bit wobbly though.... hmmm must find those training wheels!! First things first, I need to get my license so maybe ill still be on the back on the gsxr next time.. but ill be on mine soon! Anyways. Just a heads up! The streets are no longer safe! :P

Great and post No1

There is also nothing wrong with training wheels.

[E Ashmore]

I taught her well. Hopefully be along this week to fit my integrated front indicators, postage dependant... the integrated tail looks amazing!

[Peach]

I taught her well. Hopefully be along this week to fit my integrated front indicators, postage dependant... the integrated tail looks amazing! You're making me poor.. at this rate I'll have no money left for MY bike!!

[E Ashmore]

You're making me poor.. at this rate I'll have no money left for MY bike!!

At least your not as poor as me! I can't even afford to drink!!!

[phoenixgtr]

I'll be along this week with a couple of things I need some ideas about

[gloplg]

Hi guys! Its Peach here, Eliot's girlfriend, I have FINALLY scored myself my FIRST motorbike, his old CBR250, so next time you see me I will be astride my very own motorbike, might be a bit wobbly though.... hmmm must find those training wheels!! First things first, I need to get my license so maybe ill still be on the back on the gsxr next time.. but ill be on mine soon! Anyways. Just a heads up! The streets are no longer safe! :P

Welcome P.

I'd loan you my training wheels but I still need them!!! And anyway the streets have never been safe!!!:rofl::rofl::rofl:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Hi guys! Its Peach here, Eliot's girlfriend, I have FINALLY scored myself my FIRST motorbike, his old CBR250, so next time you see me I will be astride my very own motorbike, might be a bit wobbly though.... hmmm must find those training wheels!! First things first, I need to get my license so maybe ill still be on the back on the gsxr next time.. but ill be on mine soon! Anyways. Just a heads up! The streets are no longer safe! :P

Way to go you! Will be good to see you on the bike. Don't worry, you'll be fine!


Welcome P.

I'd loan you my training wheels but I still need them!!! And anyway the streets have never been safe!!!:rofl::rofl::rofl:

especially with you on the road Gloplg!! :rofl:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Flip, just a reminder for ya, if you are coming along on Wed night would you bring that t-shirt with you. If not I'll get it at the weekend, if you can fit it in with all the rest of your gear!

[Flip]

Flip, just a reminder for ya, if you are coming along on Wed night would you bring that t-shirt with you. If not I'll get it at the weekend, if you can fit it in with all the rest of your gear!

Sick as a dog at the moment. Thought I would be getting over it by now but it's got one over me. Won't be along on Wednesday unless I have a complete and miraculous recovery in the next 20 hours which is unlikely to say the least.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Sick as a dog at the moment. Thought I would be getting over it by now but it's got one over me. Won't be along on Wednesday unless I have a complete and miraculous recovery in the next 20 hours which is unlikely to say the least.

No problem, just get yourself well! I'll get it from you soon enough. A wee hot toddy would just be the ticket just now!

[Peeteey]

Sick as a dog at the moment. Thought I would be getting over it by now but it's got one over me.

Me too! Got home last night and bam. Been fighting it off for a few weeks I think, now that I can relax a bit in it sneaks!
Feel like I have a porcupine in my throat.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Me too! Got home last night and bam. Been fighting it off for a few weeks I think, now that I can relax a bit in it sneaks!
Feel like I have a porcupine in my throat.

To all of those that aren't feeling well, get well soon!! :love:

[cruza]

Me too! Got home last night and bam. Been fighting it off for a few weeks I think, now that I can relax a bit in it sneaks!
Feel like I have a porcupine in my throat.

Tell me about it. Everyone around me is catching it, been off work last 4 days looking after our son and finally that bastard virus is trying to stop me going to the brass ............noooooooooooooo:mad:

[Flip]

I just had a bad cold and it responded to amxocyllin (synermox) very well.

I have had it for 6 days.

[cruza]

I just had a bad cold and it responded to amxocyllin (synermox) very well.

I have had it for 6 days.

yeah got antibiotic for boy on tues, huge improvement , still not 100% yet. perhaps its the dreaded 'bike' flu for 2010:laugh:

[neels]

perhaps its the dreaded 'bike' flu for 2010:laugh:
Would seem so, I had something very similar a couple of weeks back, wifey got a flu jab then got sick a few days later and gave it to me. Thought it was all gone about a week later until I went night riding on the mountain bike and left large parts of my lungs behind :sick:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Ouch!

Quick question Neels, were you riding your bike this morning at about 8am in Sheffield Cres with a large roll of paper tucked in your backpack??

[Spuds1234]

Would seem so, I had something very similar a couple of weeks back, wifey got a flu jab then got sick a few days later and gave it to me. Thought it was all gone about a week later until I went night riding on the mountain bike and left large parts of my lungs behind :sick:

Sounds like you get what I get after you get a cold. Its similar to a smokers cough, a deep hacking coough that always brings up flem. Its because the lining in the lungs gets imflamed.

I get it every time I get a cold. I get over the cold in about 3 days, unfortunatly my lungs dont recover for about a month.

[Spuds1234]

Would seem so, I had something very similar a couple of weeks back, wifey got a flu jab then got sick a few days later and gave it to me. Thought it was all gone about a week later until I went night riding on the mountain bike and left large parts of my lungs behind :sick:

Sounds like you get what I get after you get a cold. Its similar to a smokers cough, a deep hacking coough that always brings up flem. Its because the lining in the lungs gets imflamed.

I get it every time I get a cold. I get over the cold in about 3 days, unfortunatly my lungs dont recover for about a month.

[neels]

Ouch!

Quick question Neels, were you riding your bike this morning at about 8am in Sheffield Cres with a large roll of paper tucked in your backpack??
Yep, that was me, but it was a bit of 80mm waste pipe not a roll of paper. And it was about 10 past, if it had been 8am I wouldn't have been late for work :shit: Just as well the boss likes me :shifty:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Yep, that was me, but it was a bit of 80mm waste pipe not a roll of paper. And it was about 10 past, if it had been 8am I wouldn't have been late for work :shit: Just as well the boss likes me :shifty:

I had just dropped off the daughter at preschool and was heading home and saw the bike and I thought "that looks like Neels, wonder if it is??" Yeah 8.10 would be right!

[cruza]

Would seem so, I had something very similar a couple of weeks back, wifey got a flu jab then got sick a few days later and gave it to me. Thought it was all gone about a week later until I went night riding on the mountain bike and left large parts of my lungs behind :sick:

Must be a conspiracy, Rummie had the same thing. got a 'free' flu jab from work , sick as a dog 4 days later and then spread it to everyone in the family.

[neels]

Must be a conspiracy,.Yep, I reckon if there's not enough flu around the drug companies that make the flu vaccine (and also the flu medicine) offer free jabs to get things started for the winter.

[Spuds1234]

I used to work in the retail industry and I would get a cold this time of year without fail. I never got a flu jab or took any kinda meds for it and it was aways gone in less than 4 days.

Now Im glad I dont get the flu jab each year as I have seen atleast 5 friends who got the jab, get sick not long after getting the jab and be struck down for atleast a week or more.

[Bren]

It was real good to catch up on wed....sorry i did not stay for longer but had other friends to visit and time was short...Next time i will take my ferry over the bike...hate driving beat up cages

[KiwiPhoenix]

Was good to see you! Don't leave it as long...

[helenoftroy]

Geez you lot!:brick:

The flu vaccine is not a live vaccine so cannot cause influenza!

It contains fragments of inactivated virus which stimulates the immune system to produce its own antibodies against the disease -it takes about 2 weeks for our body to produce this protection.

There are many other viruses present atm,so people may catch a different respiratory infection with "flu like" symptoms around the same time that they are immunised & unfairly blame the flu jab

Hope all you unwell ones recover soon:yes:
We nurses are really struggling too,lots of sickness amongst staff....full hospitals in gridlock....

[neels]

Come on, don't you go letting the truth get in the way of a good conspiracy theory :shifty:

[helenoftroy]

Come on, don't you go letting the truth get in the way of a good conspiracy theory :shifty:

:sherlock:lmao!!.....OK !!

[Peach]

Thanks for all the confidence you guys gave me on maintenance evening! I have now officially booked my tests and have driven my bike around the block successfully! Still terrified of it though.. haha

[phoenixgtr]

Just think about how cool you look and you'll forget the terror :D

[neels]

I have now officially booked my tests and have driven my bike around the block successfully! Still terrified of it though.. haha
Probably good to be a bit scared of it to start with....

Just get out and practice somewhere, I've had my son out on his GSXR250 in the new subdivision round the corner from our place, riding up & down starting and stopping turning and generally going round and round until his hands get sore from the clutch and brake.

So by the time summer comes round there'll probably be another L plater coming to a wednesday night ride near you...it would be good if he had some company

[KiwiPhoenix]

You'll do fine Peach! Just take your time, there is no hurry!! When is your test??

[Peach]

Probably good to be a bit scared of it to start with....

Just get out and practice somewhere, I've had my son out on his GSXR250 in the new subdivision round the corner from our place, riding up & down starting and stopping turning and generally going round and round until his hands get sore from the clutch and brake.

So by the time summer comes round there'll probably be another L plater coming to a wednesday night ride near you...it would be good if he had some company


Sounds just like me! Usually my wrists are aching after about 30 mins. Will be great to have another L plater on the wed night rides!! :) I would be stoked to have some company, hopefully I won't dawdle too much for him, ill have to practice!!

[Peach]

You'll do fine Peach! Just take your time, there is no hurry!! When is your test??
I am doing basic handling this Thursday morning! Then on to the written in the arvo or on Friday. Very exciting! Have been studying my road code, makes me chuckle "it is dangerous to ride with one hand while adjusting a mirror" and I love how it basically tells you that every car is going to U turn in front of you, in any situation.

[neels]

Sounds just like me! Usually my wrists are aching after about 30 mins. Will be great to have another L plater on the wed night rides!! :) I would be stoked to have some company, hopefully I won't dawdle too much for him, ill have to practice!!
Once the fear subsides a bit and you lose the death grip the wrists will get better.

Don't worry, the young fella will be dawdling too, I'll kick his arse if he doesn't . :mad:

(I'm a big fan of do as I say, not as I do)

[TuonoTom]

If it's not raining I'll be along this week.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Once the fear subsides a bit and you lose the death grip the wrists will get better.

I agree, it does get better! Just take your time!

[KiwiPhoenix]

I am doing basic handling this Thursday morning! Then on to the written in the arvo or on Friday. Very exciting! Have been studying my road code, makes me chuckle "it is dangerous to ride with one hand while adjusting a mirror" and I love how it basically tells you that every car is going to U turn in front of you, in any situation.

Good luck for Thursday!! You'll be fine, just relax!

[kerryhare]

Sounds just like me! Usually my wrists are aching after about 30 mins. Will be great to have another L plater on the wed night rides!! :)

Peach, I know exactly what that is like and the wrists will get better. I am on my restricted and i like to sit at the back and go my own pace.

[Spuds1234]

I should be there this week. I have a wee bit of maintance to do after the Brass. Had a wee opps on the ice and bent my handle bars a wee bit, so I'll be trying to straighten them.

[kerryhare]

I should be there this week. I have a wee bit of maintance to do after the Brass. Had a wee opps on the ice and bent my handle bars a wee bit, so I'll be trying to straighten them.

As long as you are ok, that is all that matters.

[Spuds1234]

Only hurt my pride, and even then it was barely a dent. More of a scuff really. It will buff out lol.

[Flip]

Where did it happen?

Now I am feeling guilty for not hanging around.

[Spuds1234]

Dont feel guilty Flip. It was my own fault. Front brake on ice and weee lol.

If you had of been there you wouldn't have made a difference. As soon as the bike went over I caught it easily enough, the problem was the front didnt grip like it would if it tipped over on the road so I caught the side and the front wheel kept going, so it fell over anyway.

Its just one of lifes lessons (next time I'll either camp at the bottom of the hill, or use a dirt bike down there.

[helenoftroy]

Warmed up the Ducati:love::love::love:

-so will be along for a chat and to supervise goings-on tonight...:spanking:and:mega:then...:drinkup:

[Gibbo89]

hi people. just thought i'd introduce yself in this thread. i've just bought myself a 250cc zeal. i am trying to organise my license at the moment. been round a back street a few times and havnt bailed yet, and only stalled her once!! :sweatdrop

i'm looking forward to tagging along on the wednesday night rides in the balmy chch summer. and i should probably turn up to the maintenance nights too, as i wanna learn a butt load bout my new ride :yes:

question: on any of the rides (after the maintenance meeting, sat morning, or wed night ride), do the learners tag along and go 100, or stick to the 'restrictions' associated with being a learner rider?

cheers.

[Flip]

Some body is always happy to tag along and ride at your pace, and make sure we all get there. One of the unwritten rules is nobody gets left behind.

The ride is the Wednesday night cruise not the Wednesday night go ballistic and get killed ride. Usually the sports bikes get sent off ahead (Kind of like a mine sweeper for the rozza, but don't tell them.)

If you let us know you don't want to go too fast I can always take my "Old Shitter" I can't go much faster than 80 on that. Somebody is always happy to stick at the back and make sure everybody gets there, so its no problem at all.

[gloplg]

Some body is always happy to tag along and ride at your pace, and make sure we all get there. One of the unwritten rules is nobody gets left behind.

The ride is the Wednesday night cruise not the Wednesday night go ballistic and get killed ride. Usually the sports bikes get sent off ahead (Kind of like a mine sweeper for the rozza, but don't tell them.)

If you let us know you don't want to go too fast I can always take my "Old Shitter" I can't go much faster than 80 on that. Somebody is always happy to stick at the back and make sure everybody gets there, so its no problem at all.

You forgot who is usually "Tail End Charlie" P. Time for:spanking::spanking:for you!!!:rofl::rofl:

[gloplg]

Hey Wayne..............Gotcha!!!!!!!!

[gloplg]

Some more gotcha's

[gloplg]

Warmed up the Ducati:love::love::love:

-so will be along for a chat and to supervise goings-on tonight...:spanking:and:mega:then...:drinkup:

Hot Lady you are naughty:rofl::rofl:

[Gibbo89]

Some body is always happy to tag along and ride at your pace, and make sure we all get there. One of the unwritten rules is nobody gets left behind.

The ride is the Wednesday night cruise not the Wednesday night go ballistic and get killed ride. Usually the sports bikes get sent off ahead (Kind of like a mine sweeper for the rozza, but don't tell them.)

If you let us know you don't want to go too fast I can always take my "Old Shitter" I can't go much faster than 80 on that. Somebody is always happy to stick at the back and make sure everybody gets there, so its no problem at all.

ahh sweet as. my scooter used to go around 70 so im not too scared to go a bit quicker!! good to know that no one gets left behind. what do the other learners do? do they push it up to 100?

[Transalper]

Some do, some don't and some go some speed in the middle closer to 85 or 90.
Just remember it's your money you're wasting if anything goes wrong and you get done for speeding.
The chance of getting done may be low but can you afford it?

When my partner and I went out while she was on an L plate we generally sat about 90 to be a bit closer to the speed of the other traffic which feels safer than the 70 in a 100km/hr zone. Round the bays or up the summit Rd it's not such an issue because 70 is still a nice speed for a lot of the cornering there.

[Flip]

You forgot who is usually "Tail End Charlie" P. Time for:spanking::spanking:for you!!!:rofl::rofl:

Oh I think I have done my duty as TEC over the years.

If I bring the old shitter, which I am happy to do, I am going to have difficulty keeping up even with the learners. If its wet then its another story.

The real reason is GP, you just look sooo good in my rear view mirrors! It's a Harley thing OK.:bleh:

Maybe you should change your name to Shepard?:innocent:

[gloplg]

The real reason is GP, you just look sooo good in my rear view mirrors! It's a Harley thing OK.:bleh:

You be careful P or we might do the summit road with me leading.:rofl::rofl:

Can you imagine the reaction of the bigger sports riders following an old fart like me on my old banger?????

[Gibbo89]

Some do, some don't and some go some speed in the middle closer to 85 or 90.
Just remember it's your money you're wasting if anything goes wrong and you get done for speeding.
The chance of getting done may be low but can you afford it?

When my partner and I went out while she was on an L plate we generally sat about 90 to be a bit closer to the speed of the other traffic which feels safer than the 70 in a 100km/hr zone. Round the bays or up the summit Rd it's not such an issue because 70 is still a nice speed for a lot of the cornering there.

ahh good point, the rides would be best to be a case by case basis. ie windy route = better for me, compared to a lot/more 100k straight roads for the route on that particular day.

[gloplg]

ahh good point, the rides would be best to be a case by case basis. ie windy route = better for me, compared to a lot/more 100k straight roads for the route on that particular day.

Hi GB. I'm usually tail end charlie and I havn't lost many of the "newbies" who fall into my care, one got lost briefly until Retroqueen roared at me and sent back to find him. It was:spanking:time for me after that. So make yourself known........... I'm the greyheaded old fart who rides the blue honda gb400. (Garry)

If Saturday is nice why not come along to BK Moorehouse at 11.30 and join in. You will be most welcome.

[Gibbo89]

Hi GB. I'm usually tail end charlie and I havn't lost many of the "newbies" who fall into my care, one got lost briefly until Retroqueen roared at me and sent back to find him. It was:spanking:time for me after that. So make yourself known........... I'm the greyheaded old fart who rides the blue honda gb400. (Garry)

If Saturday is nice why not come along to BK Moorehouse at 11.30 and join in. You will be most welcome.

thanks a lot Garry. i'd be keen as to come along but I need to get my license first... haha. i rang up mainland driving school yesterday and they said next available test is next friday or the monday etc following! thats too far away for me so im ringing another couple of places that might be able to get me through it sooner.

i'll let you guys know how i get on.

thanks for the offer though.

[Flip]

I'm the greyheaded old fart who rides the blue honda gb400. (Garry)

Yes he is!

[gloplg]

Yes he is!

Your health can't be that bad with you being so cheaky P.

[Gibbo89]

had to try find what the bike might look like if im gonna be hanging back with that for a while.

looks like a pretty sweet bike!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-295519804.htm

[Flip]

Your health can't be that bad with you being so cheaky P.

Just a cheaky monkey. I'm making up for the cheak I missed out on while down south last week.

for example: That bike is just like GP's but his has an old fella on top of it.

[gloplg]

Just a cheaky monkey. I'm making up for the cheak I missed out on while down south last week.

for example: That bike is just like GP's but his has an old fella on top of it.

P, I feel hurt that you should consider me to be old, rather than "not young".

I will have to bring my zimmer frame and wheel chair on Saturday complete with my walking sticks to adjust the attitudes of young grasshoppers like you.:rofl::rofl:

And the red gb on trademe looks in much better than my old:scooter::scooter:

[Flip]

Want to borow my wheel chair,.

My wheel chair has a 750cc side valve flat twin cylinder motor.

[gloplg]

Want to borow my wheel chair,.

My wheel chair has a 750cc side valve flat twin cylinder motor.

Hey P thanks for the offer I really appreciate your thoughtfulness.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

I'm not sure my driving skills or driver's licence will cover me for a vehicle of that size though. A 12 ton truck is my maximum:rofl::rofl::rofl:

[Peach]

So.... good news... GOT MY LICENCE!! But hey, no big deal, whatever, do it all the time :P hehe so stoked! Maybe you should reconsider taking your motorcycles out on the road for the next while.. hmmm maybe reconsider taking a car too, my wobbles take up both lanes :P Hopefully Ill RIDE to maintenance next week!

[helenoftroy]

So.... good news... GOT MY LICENCE!! But hey, no big deal, whatever, do it all the time :P hehe so stoked! Maybe you should reconsider taking your motorcycles out on the road for the next while.. hmmm maybe reconsider taking a car too, my wobbles take up both lanes :P Hopefully Ill RIDE to maintenance next week!

Awesome news girl!!:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[gloplg]

So.... good news... GOT MY LICENCE!! But hey, no big deal, whatever, do it all the time :P hehe so stoked! Maybe you should reconsider taking your motorcycles out on the road for the next while.. hmmm maybe reconsider taking a car too, my wobbles take up both lanes :P Hopefully Ill RIDE to maintenance next week!

good one see at WMN.

[KiwiPhoenix]

So.... good news... GOT MY LICENCE!! But hey, no big deal, whatever, do it all the time :P hehe so stoked! Maybe you should reconsider taking your motorcycles out on the road for the next while.. hmmm maybe reconsider taking a car too, my wobbles take up both lanes :P Hopefully Ill RIDE to maintenance next week!

Good job! Looking forward to riding with you.

[Spuds1234]

My Dads letting me "borrow" the bars off his Laverda before I go and order a set of Jota bars from the UK, to see if I like them.

It should be an interesting experience, and may end up being costly if I like the way they work.

[KiwiPhoenix]

My Dads letting me "borrow" the bars off his Laverda before I go and order a set of Jota bars from the UK, to see if I like them.

It should be an interesting experience, and may end up being costly if I like the way they work.

Good to hear, let us know how you get on with them!

[Dave3362]

cool peach. hope to see you wednesday on your own.. neat skills girl

[JMemonic]

My Dads letting me "borrow" the bars off his Laverda before I go and order a set of Jota bars from the UK, to see if I like them.

It should be an interesting experience, and may end up being costly if I like the way they work.

Rather than just borowing the bars of the Laverda you could just borrow the whole thing saves having to change them out :)

[JMemonic]

Double post grrr

[Spuds1234]

Rather than just borowing the bars of the Laverda you could just borrow the whole thing saves having to change them out :)

Why do you want to see it?

[phoenixgtr]

Why do you want to see it?

Would love to

[gloplg]

Why do you want to see it?

Yes please!!!!!

Anyway who is going to the WNM this week????????????????????????????????

[Spuds1234]

Yes please!!!!!

Anyway who is going to the WNM this week????????????????????????????????

Guess I am. Not sure if I'll be on the Laverda though. Might be a bit short notice.

[JMemonic]

Why do you want to see it?

Um yes would be the nice answer, but I wont be there tomorrow other commitments yet again.

[robertvi]

lurgy and a work deadline conspire to keep me at home for this one :(

[E Ashmore]

Hi all, thanks so much for being patient while I pissed around fitting my indicators.

Maybe see you on the Saturday ride...

[Peach]

Thanks for all the support tonight guys :) Ended up driving all the way to West Melton, so first time driving in the dark, in the FOG, and at 100kms!! What a good night!

[Flip]

wanted to drop in but I had my numb hand fixed and they would not do it under a local so I was in hospital for ages. Will see howthe arm is on saturday.

shit its hard to type only with one hand.

[Spuds1234]

Just so no one misses this:
IF YOU WANT TO SEE THE LAVERDA

Come to next weeks maintenance evening. I will bring it so long as its not raining.

[neels]

Just so no one misses this:
IF YOU WANT TO SEE THE LAVERDA

Come to next weeks maintenance evening. I will bring it so long as its not raining.
Aaargh, my ears.

I might have to pop along for a look. I've been trying to bring the scooter in for a visit, but I can't get the damned thing to go well enough for a trip into town. It's really pissing me off.

[schrodingers cat]

shit its hard to type only with one hand.


Yeah right!



Sorry mate - couldn't resist :innocent::laugh::laugh::devil2:

[Flip]

ive still got one good hand. no capital letters yet.

[gloplg]

ive still got one good hand. no capital letters yet.

It's very hard to keep a good man, or leather clad tinkerbell, down

[E Ashmore]

I wont have any maintenance to do next week, but since my exams have finished by Wednesday, I'l have nothing better to do, so I'l come and annoy anyone who wants to do actual maintenance. And I guess I will have to let peach tag along (on her own bike mind you).

[Flip]

It's very hard to keep a good man, or leather clad tinkerbell, down

even with a chainsaw!

[gloplg]

even with a chainsaw!

They are horrible, nasty, smelly, smokey, noisey, dangerous things, like a certain Honda NSR I know of. :Offtopic::rofl::rofl:

[gloplg]

A few pics from the other night

[gloplg]

A few more

[maxf]

Hey - anyone who wants to see if it works on their screen/headlight/whatever, I'm bringing some Meguiars Plast-X plastic polish along next time, so if you want to give it a go bring some rags too. Been good on my polycarbonate screen, and does "clear" dull screens (and Jap car headlights!) but YMMV for anything coated etc). Not too aggressive either, so the result isn't easy to be "overdone" - but you do need elbow-grease.

Anyway, whatever...

[gloplg]

A few pics from tonight

[Peeteey]

(double post I know but I love you all for it! :yes:)

Hi kids, I need your advice ...

I've been hooked again on off roaders, well, dual purpose anyhoo. I'm trying to make my mind up between two models, an '86 XL600R with 50,000 odd and a '91 XR600 with 30,000 odd on it but 3000k ago had a complete engine rebuild, top and bottom.

What I'd love to find out is if there are any major differences between the two models? I know the XR is supposed to be sportier and the XL more of a work horse but what about weight, reliability, parts etc?

The XR attracts me because of the rebuild, I've always wanted one and it's in the south island.
The XL attracts me because I may be able to get it a bit cheaper but it's in the north island so kinda negates that. It also has passenger pegs plus the fitting for a top box which would be good. I'd like to put Gem on the back and to have somewhere to put our crap so she doesn't have to wear a backpack.

The XR is obviously in better nick, rebuild etc plus there's some surface rust on the XL. The XR may need new tyres for a WOF, too knobly possibly, which bumps the price up.
The XL's Ks are getting up there. Is there any maintenance or problems that may arise from an old thumper with 50,000k's on the clock?

Here's the XR:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=298230986&permanent=0

Here's the XL:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=298549566

Is it my imagination or does the XL look like it has a bigger tank? That's a plus if it does ...
I know footpegs and topbox are do-able to either models so really I'd love to know:

Weight difference
Comfort difference
Reliability difference
Running costs Difference

As most of you know, I'm not a racer. That doesn't mean I wouldn't love the XR to bits but if there's a large comfort difference then it may be enough to sway the vote.

Helen's DR felt just about right for me, not too heavy, not too big, plenty of beans with smooth delivery.

Thanks for any help!

Pete

[KiwiPhoenix]

(double post I know but I love you all for it! :yes:)

Pete

Yeah yeah! :rofl:

[KiwiPhoenix]

But I'll be no help what so ever anyways! :laugh:

[JAS-1100]

hey guys need to do topend on my 1983 XR500R can bring it to the wednesday maintenance nite if keen

[gloplg]

hey guys need to do topend on my 1983 XR500R can bring it to the wednesday maintenance nite if keen

Sounds like a scheme. Go for it!!!!!

[helenoftroy]

Will be along with some warm yummy treats(we're talking food here!!!)

stevewederell brought this food to my party.....got overlooked cause we were all a bit busy.....:banana::apint::drinknsin:psst::woohoo:

See you guys Wednesday

[E Ashmore]

I like food!!!!!! So I'l be along for the company and the food :)

[BADGRL]

Might see if we can get down there for once! rofl. I know I've asked a dozen times... where exactly is the workshop again? :P

[gloplg]

Might see if we can get down there for once! rofl. I know I've asked a dozen times... where exactly is the workshop again? :P

Corner of Gloucester and Fitzgerald. Next to the laundry.

[Shadowjack]

I'm back - see y'all tonight.

[KiwiPhoenix]

I'm back - see y'all tonight.

Good seeing you tonight! Nice turnout even despite the cold!

[Peeteey]

Nice turnout tonight, nice to see everyone.

Thanks to Wayne and Ian as always and a big thanks to Rick for showing me the trick for bleeding brakes (i.e. doing it all for me :D )

Was so nice riding the Kat finally, such a lovely bike! Now I really don't wanna sell her ... :cry:

I was saying to Duncan, if I won lotto I'd have to build a huge warehouse for all the bikes! :yes:
Might need to win it twice ... :yes::yes:





Must remember to this week ...

[KiwiPhoenix]

Sorry Peetey, ShadowJack is winning it this week and me the following week! :rofl:

[Peeteey]

Sorry Peetey, ShadowJack is winning it this week and me the following week! :rofl:

Aww :( I never win anything!

Speaking of winning, kudos go to HOT for the hot food! I haven't had savs for many, many years. Yum!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Aww :( I never win anything!

Speaking of winning, kudos go to HOT for the hot food! I haven't had savs for many, many years. Yum!

My :shake: you don't win anything, you just bought yourself a new toy!! :rofl:

:yes: big :2thumbsup to HoT for the food! Thanks for that.

[gloplg]

pics from last night

[gloplg]

Some more. Who was that "Masked Man"????

[KiwiPhoenix]

That masked man would be "Been There"

Great photos Gloplg!

[gloplg]

That masked man would be "Been There"

Great photos Gloplg!

Unless he was the Lone Aranger or Zoro????????????????:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[Peeteey]

Unless he was the Lone Aranger or Zoro????????????????:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

Lone Aranger? Is that someone that does a jigsaw on their own? Perhaps a solo Interior Decorator? Cutbacks in the musical dept of Universal Studios? :D



This coming from the person who thought the original definition of "Puny" was "The religious equivalent of Tennis Elbow" and "Misfit" was "A great looking teacher" :laugh:

[Peeteey]

My :shake: you don't win anything, you just bought yourself a new toy!! :rofl:


KP, please define the difference between "Won" and "Bought" :bleh:

Or rather, in my case, "Bought" should be replaced with (deep breath) "Borrowed from Dad and used all of my life savings which means my wedding with Gem will have to be postponed oh well some things are so important you just have to put everything else on hold and go for it" :Punk:

[laRIKin]

Nice turnout tonight, nice to see everyone.

Thanks to Wayne and Ian as always and a big thanks to Rick for showing me the trick for bleeding brakes (i.e. doing it all for me :D )

Was so nice riding the Kat finally, such a lovely bike! Now I really don't wanna sell her ... :cry:

I was saying to Duncan, if I won lotto I'd have to build a huge warehouse for all the bikes! :yes:
Might need to win it twice ... :yes::yes:





Must remember to this week ...

No problem and glad I could help.
Good luck with the Lotto win.:soon:

[cruza]

Or rather, in my case, "Bought" should be replaced with (deep breath) "Borrowed from Dad and used all of my life savings which means my wedding with Gem will have to be postponed oh well some things are so important you just have to put everything else on hold and go for it" :Punk:

Thats mint, You just won canterbury 'hardcore rider' of the week award. being brand new, your name goes right at the top.:first:

[KiwiPhoenix]

KP, please define the difference between "Won" and "Bought" :bleh:

Or rather, in my case, "Bought" should be replaced with (deep breath) "Borrowed from Dad and used all of my life savings which means my wedding with Gem will have to be postponed oh well some things are so important you just have to put everything else on hold and go for it" :Punk:

:rofl: I can see Gem is going to have to wait quite a while then! :bleh:

[Flip]

KP, please define the difference between "Won" and "Bought" :bleh:

Or rather, in my case, "Bought" should be replaced with (deep breath) "Borrowed from Dad and used all of my life savings which means my wedding with Gem will have to be postponed oh well some things are so important you just have to put everything else on hold and go for it" :Punk:

If I was you I would learn to sleep in my bike gear if Gem ever reads this that is.

[Peeteey]

Thats mint, You just won canterbury 'hardcore rider' of the week award. being brand new, your name goes right at the top.:first:

WOO HOO! :woohoo:



:rofl: I can see Gem is going to have to wait quite a while then! :bleh:

Yep, first things first tho ay. :shit:


No problem and glad I could help.
Good luck with the Lotto win.:soon:

Yea, I must remember to win this week!


If I was you I would learn to sleep in my bike gear if Gem ever reads this that is.

:lol: Yep, that's a fair call but I doubt she would ever read this. I'll often ask her if she wanted to read something funny one of you jokers said, she'll take a quick look then be off to bed.

Reckon I'm safe!

[KiwiPhoenix]

:rofl: If only she knew!

[Kezz]

Hey all :)

Since I'm quite new to this whole two wheels thing, I may come along to the next night for some education on how not to kill my bike! Can we just roll on up, or do we need to know the password to whisper to the guard at the gate?

Cheers!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Hey all :)

Since I'm quite new to this whole two wheels thing, I may come along to the next night for some education on how not to kill my bike! Can we just roll on up, or do we need to know the password to whisper to the guard at the gate?

Cheers!

Just roll on up! Will be good to meet you!

[Peeteey]

Hey all :)

Since I'm quite new to this whole two wheels thing, I may come along to the next night for some education on how not to kill my bike! Can we just roll on up, or do we need to know the password to whisper to the guard at the gate?

Cheers!

Yes, the password is "I've brought drinks and food for all!" to which the guard and everyone else with think you're the dog's bollocks and welcome you warmly. Alternatively you could just turn up and have a good chinwag like the rest of us. :D

[Peeteey]

WOOP!



:gob::yes::wari::clap::banana::2thumbsup:woohoo::D :ride:

[helenoftroy]

WOOP!



:gob::yes::wari::clap::banana::2thumbsup:woohoo::D :ride:
Nice looking bike!:yes:

Look forward to seeing it in the flesh when we go riding this avo:scooter:

[Shadowjack]

WOOP!


Um, attaching the photo kinda gives the answer to your question away.
But that looks to be the business, big tank(?) and all!
Lettuce snow how it goes!

[gloplg]

WOOP!



:gob::yes::wari::clap::banana::2thumbsup:woohoo::D :ride:

Hey Pete........................ How long before you can get it looking like a christmas tree??????:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

Nice looking bike!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Transalper]

Not sure about looking like a Christmas tree, but it turned a murky brown camouflage colour today.
Should have taken my camera along.

[Peeteey]

Nice looking bike!:yes:

Look forward to seeing it in the flesh when we go riding this avo:scooter:

That was good fun! I think the only thing that stopped the mud getting in my ears was all the sweat that got there first! :blink: Hoo-ee I'm going to be sore tomorrow!

Hope Sam's doing OK, he seemed almost as nackered as me! He was going a bit of a red colour for a while there, poor bugger. Man his bike sounds delicious tho! Wow!


Um, attaching the photo kinda gives the answer to your question away.
But that looks to be the business, big tank(?) and all!
Lettuce snow how it goes!

When I saw that photo I thought it had a big tank too but no, it's just the angle. It has the standard 9L tank. That will however take it close to 190 before needing reserve (apparently but with the way I ride I can pretty much halve that!)
Speaking of Lettuces and snow, I did take it for a lap round the house yesterday and may have, inadvertently, gone thru the garden ... :whistle:


Hey Pete........................ How long before you can get it looking like a christmas tree??????:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

Nice looking bike!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hee hee, my mind is already devising plans! Not really, just one small LED so I can see the speedo at night ... Then again, it doesn't really go fast enough to warrant having a speedo :)


Not sure about looking like a Christmas tree, but it turned a murky brown camouflage colour today.
Should have taken my camera along.

Yea, that would have been cool. However I think I got enough footage for all of us combined. It was rolling from when you got your bike out of the van until I got home! What's that, 3 hours-ish?

Not bad on battery power it seems!

I'm glad your bike had a light on it, sometimes it was the only way we could see where you had gone. What's the wee mythical creature, a small light that leads weary travellers off the path? That was you today, tho I don't think many old time travellers would have been quite as happy to follow :)
Thanks for waiting for us along the way and all your help and advice, I'm still grinning.

I was happy to feel that some of the old memories of how to ride off road were still there but man, absolutely none of the old muscles were there! Bit of a shock to the otherwise apathetic system :lol:

Holy crapballs, did I mention how sore I'm going to be tomorrow? :shit:

[helenoftroy]

That was good fun! I think the only thing that stopped the mud getting in my ears was all the sweat that got there first! :blink: Hoo-ee I'm going to be sore tomorrow!

Hope Sam's doing OK, he seemed almost as nackered as me! He was going a bit of a red colour for a while there, poor bugger. Man his bike sounds delicious tho! Wow!
Thanks for waiting for us along the way and all your help and advice, I'm still grinning.
I was happy to feel that some of the old memories of how to ride off road were still there but man, absolutely none of the old muscles were there! Bit of a shock to the otherwise apathetic system :lol:

Holy crapballs, did I mention how sore I'm going to be tomorrow? :shit:

Transalper,Peetey,Sam & I spent a few hours out at McLeans Island Sunday avo:yes:

Awesome for me to be out riding 3rd day in a row...magic!Worked a night shift Saturday & back at work
now so only had 4 hrs sleep before we headed out,I left the guys to the more technical stuff....:scooter:

Sams was absolutely stuffed!!:yawn:
the 10-15 mins kicking the beast after he'd dropped her was the killer:shutup:

Lots of happy smiley faces and muddy muddy bikes & riders

[Peeteey]

Sams was absolutely stuffed!!:yawn:
the 10-15 mins kicking the beast after he'd dropped her was the killer:shutup:

Lots of happy smiley faces and muddy muddy bikes & riders

I bet he was! Poor bugger. I saw today why people said "for that kind of stuff, get an electric start!" and I agree too ...

At least we'll have very muscular right legs! :D

And yep, I'm still grinning tho some of that could be attributed to the lack of sleep :yawn:

That was a cold, cold ride home afterwards. :cold: Getting stuck in deep, cold, muddy water is not recommended before a long and quick road ride!

[Peeteey]

Lots of happy smiley faces and muddy muddy bikes & riders

Video is on its way up ... should be there tomorrow after lunch ...

[helenoftroy]

I bet he was! Poor bugger. I saw today why people said "for that kind of stuff, get an electric start!" and I agree too ...

At least we'll have very muscular right legs! :D

And yep, I'm still grinning tho some of that could be attributed to the lack of sleep :yawn:

That was a cold, cold ride home afterwards. :cold: Getting stuck in deep, cold, muddy water is not recommended before a long and quick road ride!
I let Sam have first shower....:hug:
You were the wettest I think!

Video is on its way up ... should be there tomorrow after lunch ...
Awesome!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Nice photo Peeteey! Glad you had a great time! How are the muscles feeling today??

[Peeteey]

New video up!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv8_i_uIicw

Yes, I am just a bit sore. Not as bad as I was expecting tho! (whew)

[cruza]

Just ordered my first dirt bike in bout 7 years............. now anyone got any idea's about putting trainer wheels on a ttr50?:rolleyes:

now to sort one for the ol' boy:shifty:

[maxf]

Guys - won't be able to make it this week, I'm sure you'll really miss me!:blink:

Peetey - good on ya for the kickstarter, just make sure the decompressor is setup right; never did like it when the XL250 backfired the kicker thru the gumboot I was wearing...

Cruza - can't you just get a really fat rear tyre? :yes::yes:

[neels]

New video up!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv8_i_uIicw

Yes, I am just a bit sore. Not as bad as I was expecting tho! (whew)
Looks like you had fun. If I'd known you were heading to mcleans I could have trailered the XL and joined you guys for a play.

Might bring the scooter in to say hi this week if it keeps behaving itself, now that mountainbiking is finished.

[Transalper]

Looks like you had fun. If I'd known you were heading to mcleans I could have trailered the XL and joined you guys for a play....
I'm sure it will happen again.... and again... and again..... and.....:Punk:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Let me know when ans where and I'll bring the camera!

[cromagnon]

New video up!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv8_i_uIicw

Yes, I am just a bit sore. Not as bad as I was expecting tho! (whew)

Nice video :niceone:

[Peeteey]

Guys - won't be able to make it this week, I'm sure you'll really miss me!:blink:

Peetey - good on ya for the kickstarter, just make sure the decompressor is setup right; never did like it when the XL250 backfired the kicker thru the gumboot I was wearing...


I have no idea how to setup a decompressor or even what one is. I certainly couldn't point to one in a lineup. I've had a kicker kick back once, I got a nice view of the top of the front light as I sailed over it!
And of course you'll be missed!


Looks like you had fun. If I'd known you were heading to mcleans I could have trailered the XL and joined you guys for a play.

Good one, sounds like we can get a good group going! Excellent!


I'm sure it will happen again.... and again... and again..... and.....:Punk:

Oh. Hell. Yes.


Let me know when ans where and I'll bring the camera!

We could put some knobblies on your Kwakka and you could come along ... ?


Nice video :niceone:

Thanks man, will hopefully get better once I learn how to drive the bloody thing, by that I mean both the recorder and the bike! :)

[KiwiPhoenix]

We could put some knobblies on your Kwakka and you could come along ... ?


Somehow I don't think my bike will be quite as nimble as your little lady! My bike is like me, sturdy! :rofl:

I'll stick to taking the pictures, pointing and laughing at you all as you come out all dirty and wet! :laugh:

[Kezz]

Hey guys - looks like I double booked the evening's availability bugger it, so will pop down to the evening next week - May just have to bring the saussie rolls to make up for my apparent lack of social planning hahah

Cheers :D

[KiwiPhoenix]

Kezz sounds good! :laugh:

Good night last night and a nice turnout!

[Peeteey]

Hey guys - looks like I double booked the evening's availability bugger it, so will pop down to the evening next week - May just have to bring the saussie rolls to make up for my apparent lack of social planning hahah

Cheers :D

Any plan involving sausage rolls is a mighty fine plan! :yes:

[Peeteey]

Hi all, anyone clued up on clutches?

My DR is dragging the clutch a bit and creeping when in 1st with the clutch pulled in.
Apparently this is quite common with them. Here's what some sites said:

"Often times, the clutch basket is not machined at the factory to allow sufficient end play when the clutch basket nut is tightened properly.

Another cause can be just normally worn clutch components such as grooves worn into the basket fingers, or worn out thrust washers"

I read a few saying about thrust washers. Anyone know what one is and where to find them? If were to bring the bike on Wed, would anyone be able to help?

Cheers!

Pete

[cruza]

Hi all, anyone clued up on clutches?

My DR is dragging the clutch a bit and creeping when in 1st with the clutch pulled in.
Apparently this is quite common with them. Here's what some sites said:

"Often times, the clutch basket is not machined at the factory to allow sufficient end play when the clutch basket nut is tightened properly.

Another cause can be just normally worn clutch components such as grooves worn into the basket fingers, or worn out thrust washers"

I read a few saying about thrust washers. Anyone know what one is and where to find them? If were to bring the bike on Wed, would anyone be able to help?

Cheers!



Pete

take it there is no excess slop in the cable , or excess take up on the clutch rod coming out of cases?

[Peeteey]

take it there is no excess slop in the cable , or excess take up on the clutch rod coming out of cases?

No, Brent and Dave helped me sort that out last week. It's definately the clutch not doing its job properly. Quite common apparently. It doesn't look like a big job if you know how and it all makes sense to me, I'm just a bit nervy doing something like this without the safety net of someone that knows what I'm doing wrong!

Might have a whirl at it tomorrow ... if it's not freezing in my garage, which it quite literally does sometimes ...

[cruza]

No, Brent and Dave helped me sort that out last week. It's definately the clutch not doing its job properly. Quite common apparently. It doesn't look like a big job if you know how and it all makes sense to me, I'm just a bit nervy doing something like this without the safety net of someone that knows what I'm doing wrong!

Might have a whirl at it tomorrow ... if it's not freezing in my garage, which it quite literally does sometimes ...

have to agree there, wicked frost this side of the hill this morning, prob the hardest so far this winter. Had some wet jeans in the landcruiser and they're frozen solid!.
Depending on the bike if you lean it over opposite side to clutch cover , ya prob get away without dropping the oil, for a quick look'see

[Peeteey]

have to agree there, wicked frost this side of the hill this morning, prob the hardest so far this winter. Had some wet jeans in the landcruiser and they're frozen solid!.
Depending on the bike if you lean it over opposite side to clutch cover , ya prob get away without dropping the oil, for a quick look'see

That frost never left today, I think it's fast becoming "that" time again, when the bikes hibernate for a few months ...

[JMemonic]

That frost never left today, I think it's fast becoming "that" time again, when the bikes hibernate for a few months ...

What? no, not going to happen.

[JMemonic]

That frost never left today, I think it's fast becoming "that" time again, when the bikes hibernate for a few months ...

double post

[Peeteey]

What? no, not going to happen.


double post

You're doubly ceartain it's not going to happen?
My driveway and around the bays can be great fun when it frosts like this, I remember going down the drive sideways on my old bike (kwakka 90cc) and there was nothing I could do about it. Luckily I went into a bush and not the main road! The bush had thorns ... and a fence ...
Would rather not do that on a bike that is actually worth something ... So I'll be ok with my old crappers but none of you better come visit! :D

[KiwiPhoenix]

You're doubly ceartain it's not going to happen?
My driveway and around the bays can be great fun when it frosts like this, I remember going down the drive sideways on my old bike (kwakka 90cc) and there was nothing I could do about it. Luckily I went into a bush and not the main road! The bush had thorns ... and a fence ...
Would rather not do that on a bike that is actually worth something ... So I'll be ok with my old crappers but none of you better come visit! :D

Ouch, what a way to stop people dropping in for a coffee!! :rofl:

[Peeteey]

Ouch, what a way to stop people dropping in for a coffee!! :rofl:

Ha ha :D, I'm hibernating now, no time for pesky helpful people with their friendly attitudes!

Not really, you're all welcome anytime, honestly :innocent: especially now the driveway has cleared. In fact, the whole place has cleared! Woop!

[cruza]

You're doubly ceartain it's not going to happen?
My driveway and around the bays can be great fun when it frosts like this, I remember going down the drive sideways on my old bike (kwakka 90cc) and there was nothing I could do about it. Luckily I went into a bush and not the main road! The bush had thorns ... and a fence ...
Would rather not do that on a bike that is actually worth something ... So I'll be ok with my old crappers but none of you better come visit! :D

It was noted that you were driving a beemer cage on on friday as ya were going into the tunnel................was expecting a dr........

[Peeteey]

It was noted that you were driving a beemer cage on on friday as ya were going into the tunnel................was expecting a dr........




BIG BROTHER! :Police:









I was wondering where you had got to ...

[SpeedMonger]

have to agree there, wicked frost this side of the hill this morning, prob the hardest so far this winter. Had some wet jeans in the landcruiser and they're frozen solid!.
Depending on the bike if you lean it over opposite side to clutch cover , ya prob get away without dropping the oil, for a quick look'see

So how did you wet your Jeans, that would be an interesting story lol. Been shitty out this way lots of grit everywhere. Poor old Hornet has been confined to quarters...

[Kezz]

RIGHT!!

Got the diary sorted out, got a towel wrapped around the carb (so it doesn't ice over on me before I get home from work...) and got the saussie rolls thawing out on the bench - here's hoping the friggin cat doesn't get stuck in whilst I'm at work hahaha

See you tonight fella's and fellesses :)

[KiwiPhoenix]

RIGHT!!

Got the diary sorted out, got a towel wrapped around the carb (so it doesn't ice over on me before I get home from work...) and got the saussie rolls thawing out on the bench - here's hoping the friggin cat doesn't get stuck in whilst I'm at work hahaha

See you tonight fella's and fellesses :)

Will be good to meet you! can't wait for the sausage rolls, might even whip up a batch of cupcakes (will see how the time goes!)

[phoenixgtr]

I'll be along tonight and actually on my bike!! How long has it been?!

[Flip]

Will be good to meet you! can't wait for the sausage rolls, might even whip up a batch of cupcakes (will see how the time goes!)

Bugger! Have I missed out on KP's cakes again?

[Kezz]

Was really good to meet you guys tonight - it's certainly a grand fraternity here in Christchurch, and I'm looking forward to getting more involved as my skill level and workload lets me!

Cheers!

[gloplg]

Was really good to meet you guys tonight - it's certainly a grand fraternity here in Christchurch, and I'm looking forward to getting more involved as my skill level and workload lets me!

Cheers!

It was good to meet you kezz. Why not come along on a SatRide. BK Moorehouse Saturday 11.30 meet for departure 12.00

[KiwiPhoenix]

Bugger! Have I missed out on KP's cakes again?

Nope you didn't! I didn't get a chance to make any, my darling little :innocent: was being more of a :devil2: Will let you know when I do though!


Was really good to meet you guys tonight - it's certainly a grand fraternity here in Christchurch, and I'm looking forward to getting more involved as my skill level and workload lets me!

Cheers!

Good to meet you too Kezz and thank you for the sausage rolls!

[Peeteey]

Was really good to meet you guys tonight - it's certainly a grand fraternity here in Christchurch, and I'm looking forward to getting more involved as my skill level and workload lets me!

Cheers!

Likewise, good to meet you, and you make a mean sossy roll too! Always a bonus :D

We're in the middle of winter and already I'm counting down the days until Summer and the Wednesday evening rides begin again!

Not addicted or anything ... :yes:

[neels]

Not addicted or anything ... :yes:
Nah, if you were addicted you'd be there at BK on wed night shivering away wondering where everybody else had got to.

I would have said at worst you're probably just disturbingly obsessed.

[Peeteey]

Nah, if you were addicted you'd be there at BK on wed night shivering away wondering where everybody else had got to.

I would have said at worst you're probably just disturbingly obsessed.

(wonders what happened to my original reply)

Obsessed? Hell yes! You're quite right!
I also like the usage of "Disturbingly", rather apt :innocent:



*wonders* How do you know I'm not at BK waiting ...

[cruza]

So how did you wet your Jeans, that would be an interesting story lol. Been shitty out this way lots of grit everywhere. Poor old Hornet has been confined to quarters...

Geez, Where did you come from........:blink:
your been hugging the shadows for a while.
Always a story when wet gear , boots and spotlight are in the landcruiser...........:innocent:

[cruza]

*wonders* How do you know I'm not at BK waiting ...

camera's........theyre everywhere:shifty:

[KiwiPhoenix]

(wonders what happened to my original reply)

Obsessed? Hell yes! You're quite right!
I also like the usage of "Disturbingly", rather apt :innocent:



*wonders* How do you know I'm not at BK waiting ...

"Disturbingly" yep that fits you alright! :laugh:

Cause you are usually at the garage and besides you don't like the cold! :rofl:

[neels]

*wonders* How do you know I'm not at BK waiting ...
Well, I could tell before by looking for a glow in the sky over the city, with a BMW parked underneath it.

Now that you have the DR, you might be there in stealth mode.....

[gloplg]

Well, I could tell before by looking for a glow in the sky over the city, with a BMW parked underneath it.

Now that you have the DR, you might be there in stealth mode.....

Give him time and the DR will be a christmas tree as well

[KiwiPhoenix]

Well, I could tell before by looking for a glow in the sky over the city, with a BMW parked underneath it.

Now that you have the DR, you might be there in stealth mode.....

:rofl: :rofl: I nearly choked on my coffee when I read that!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Wow, quiet on here! :whistle:

[Flip]

Wow, quiet on here! :whistle:

almost dead.

[neels]

It's the lack of discussion about sausage rolls and cupcakes.

Mention food in the conversation and I'm sure it'll spark some interest.

Weather looking a bit crap for tomorrow night though....

[Spuds1234]

Mention food in the conversation and I'm sure it'll spark some interest.

Marshmellows.?

[Flip]

Marshmellows.?

Works for me, whats going on?

[neels]

Marshmellows.?
Where??????

[gloplg]

Works for me, whats going on?

Gluten free cup cakes???????

[Spuds1234]

Works for me, whats going on?

We can make smores lol.

[Peeteey]

Is it just me or is McWild starting to look like the dude in Spud's avatar?

:yes:

[Spuds1234]

Is it just me or is McWild starting to look like the dude in Spud's avatar?

:yes:

Lol all he needs is more cowbell.

See you guys tonight.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Lol all he needs is more cowbell.

See you guys tonight.

Good to see you tonight, you missing me yet?? :rofl:

Right I will be bringing along cupcakes next week! :love:

[Spuds1234]

Good to see you tonight, you missing me yet?? :rofl:

Nope








Maybe:shutup:

[helenoftroy]

We can make smores lol.

Yumm!I love smores!:love:

[Kezz]

Hey guys

Sorry I missed last night, was all ready to head home from work at 5 and next thing we get called out and I didn't get home till 8.. :(

Will block myself out of the diary next week from 4pm, just incase of any last minutes :D

Cheers!

[KiwiPhoenix]

Nope








Maybe:shutup:

:rofl:

Kezz, not to worry, we'll see you next week! I'm bringing cupcakes!

[neels]

:rofl:

Kezz, not to worry, we'll see you next week! I'm bringing cupcakes!
Best I make sure I get off my arse and come along then.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Best I make sure I get off my arse and come along then.

Yes you should come along! :laugh:

[neels]

Yes you should come along! :laugh:
I guess I'll have to bring the Austrian eurojunk for a ride. The german eurojunk and the italian eurojunk both have 4 wheels.

Edit: Anyone wanna buy a Fiat?

[KiwiPhoenix]

I guess I'll have to bring the Austrian eurojunk for a ride. The german eurojunk and the italian eurojunk both have 4 wheels.

Edit: Anyone wanna buy a Fiat?

As long as you get your ass along!

[helenoftroy]

I guess I'll have to bring the Austrian eurojunk for a ride. The german eurojunk and the italian eurojunk both have 4 wheels.

Edit: Anyone wanna buy a Fiat?

:killingme:killingme:killingme

I absolutely,definitely,positively dont want to buy another Fiat!!:no:

[KiwiPhoenix]

:killingme:killingme:killingme

I absolutely,definitely,positively dont want to buy another Fiat!!:no:

Hey what's wrong with Fiats?? :rofl:

[helenoftroy]

Hey what's wrong with Fiats?? :rofl:

I had a fantastic run from the 1st one I owned......

This one!!
I keep my mechanics business going,I have him on Speed Dial,I have a loyalty card and he gives me a Christmas present!:shutup:

[neels]

:killingme:killingme:killingme

I absolutely,definitely,positively dont want to buy another Fiat!!:no:
Come on, it's a shiny red one, and it's got 12 less valves than your other one so it would be 60% cheaper to fix.

Actually, it's possibly disturbing that the austrian, german and italian eurojunk are all red, and come to think of it so is the honda.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Come on, it's a shiny red one, and it's got 12 less valves than your other one so it would be 60% cheaper to fix.

Actually, it's possibly disturbing that the austrian, german and italian eurojunk are all red, and come to think of it so is the honda.

Hey leave the Honda out of it, I have one (a car)! :shutup:

[Flip]

I must get my Austin 7 going and bring that along some time.

A loyalty card from a mechanic........hahaha..........sorry but that made me laugh.

[Peeteey]

Hey leave the Honda out of it, I have one (a car)! :shutup:

:lol: AND IT'S RED !!!! :lol:

[KiwiPhoenix]

:lol: AND IT'S RED !!!! :lol:

:yes: it is!

[Peeteey]

I must get my Austin 7 going and bring that along some time.


Speaking of Austin 7s. We met a lovely gentleman in a cafe in Lyttelton today. He saw my leather trou and asked about bikes. Turns out he lives in Diamond Harbour, has an ancient Indian Scout amongst others, is president (I think) of the Motorcycle part of the Vintage Car Club, has an ancient Austin 7 which is his main daily transport and all sorts of other cool stuff.
Lovely chap by the name of Alan. Didn't catch his last name but surely everyone in Diamond Harbour knows everyone else ...? :D

You should look him up, he sounded intrigued by your collection and seemed puzzled that you two had not met.

[Peeteey]

:yes: it is!

Hondas that are other colours are as rare as honest politicians but unlike a politician, once found, Hondas are worth keeping.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Speaking of Austin 7s. We met a lovely gentleman in a cafe in Lyttelton today. He saw my leather trou and asked about bikes. Turns out he lives in Diamond Harbour, has an ancient Indian Scout amongst others, is president (I think) of the Motorcycle part of the Vintage Car Club, has an ancient Austin 7 which is his main daily transport and all sorts of other cool stuff.
Lovely chap by the name of Alan. Didn't catch his last name but surely everyone in Diamond Harbour knows everyone else ...? :D

You should look him up, he sounded intrigued by your collection and seemed puzzled that you two had not met.

He was a lovely guy! Would be interesting to see if Flip does know him....

[KiwiPhoenix]

Hondas that are other colours are as rare as honest politicians but unlike a politician, once found, Hondas are worth keeping.

Would that be bikes or cars!?? :rofl:

[Peeteey]

Would that be bikes or cars!?? :rofl:

Honda have it all wrapped up. Bikes for the young, cars for the old. Brilliant! :yes:

[Flip]

Speaking of Austin 7s. We met a lovely gentleman in a cafe in Lyttelton today. He saw my leather trou and asked about bikes. Turns out he lives in Diamond Harbour, has an ancient Indian Scout amongst others, is president (I think) of the Motorcycle part of the Vintage Car Club, has an ancient Austin 7 which is his main daily transport and all sorts of other cool stuff.
Lovely chap by the name of Alan. Didn't catch his last name but surely everyone in Diamond Harbour knows everyone else ...? :D

You should look him up, he sounded intrigued by your collection and seemed puzzled that you two had not met.

Don't know all the locals. Only been here for 10 years. Will check with Dennis my neighbor 2 doors down who also has a 7 and a MG (snap) he will know who you are talking about. I used to be a VCC member almost 30 years ago when a friend and myself had a 7 specials, got sick in the end of the buggers looking down their noses at us young punks having fun in our not original vintage cars. I do know that the VCC has changed these days but I haven't been back for years.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Honda have it all wrapped up. Bikes for the young, cars for the old. Brilliant! :yes:

Hey who are you calling old!!?? :rofl:


Don't know all the locals. Only been here for 10 years. Will check with Dennis my neighbor 2 doors down who also has a 7 and a MG (snap) he will know who you are talking about. I used to be a VCC member almost 30 years ago when a friend and myself had a 7 specials, got sick in the end of the buggers looking down their noses at us young punks having fun in our not original vintage cars. I do know that the VCC has changed these days but I haven't been back for years.

Let us know how you get on, he was a very nice chap!

[Flip]

Hey who are you calling old!!?? :rofl:



Let us know how you get on, he was a very nice chap!

What he look like?

[neels]

I used to be a VCC member almost 30 years ago when a friend and myself had a 7 specials, got sick in the end of the buggers looking down their noses at us young punks having fun in our not original vintage cars. I do know that the VCC has changed these days but I haven't been back for years.
Hasn't changed that much, they didn't think much of my GT Cortina when I used to take that out, and they still look down their noses at my dads 1920 essex special (it's very special, there's not much essex left). I'm thinking about 2012 when my XL250 is 30 year old and I can take it out on VCC rallies :Punk:

[KiwiPhoenix]

What he look like?

Peeteey maybe able to give a better description. He was older than you, about the same height as me, wearing his right arm in a sling, short light brown/grey hair

Not a great description, sorry!

[Peeteey]

What he look like?

Older fella, early 70's maybe, right arm in a sling 'cause he fell off his ladder, very friendly and talkative ... Does a lot of rides, there's one on Tuesdays he invited us along to, used to be just for older bikes but it's really just for anyone like minded now it seems.
Would be interesting to see what they think of my beemer ... :shit:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Older fella, early 70's maybe, right arm in a sling 'cause he fell off his ladder, very friendly and talkative ... Does a lot of rides, there's one on Tuesdays he invited us along to, used to be just for older bikes but it's really just for anyone like minded now it seems.
Would be interesting to see what they think of my beemer ... :shit:

Thanks Peeteey!

Everyone loves the christmas tree so why wouldn't they! :rofl:

[Peeteey]

Thanks Peeteey!

Everyone loves the christmas tree so why wouldn't they! :rofl:

Aww, I thought it was the Angel on top everyone loved ... :innocent:

[kerryhare]

I used to be a VCC member almost 30 years ago when a friend and myself had a 7 specials, got sick in the end of the buggers looking down their noses at us young punks having fun in our not original vintage cars. I do know that the VCC has changed these days but I haven't been back for years.

My dad was a member as well, we had several james motorcycles of different years and a big old car, have no idea what is was, i must ask him some time. I used to like looking at the pictures in the magazine they used to put out, was it the hub or something similar.

[KiwiPhoenix]

Aww, I thought it was the Angel on top everyone loved ... :innocent:

Of course, although you as the angel, well that's a whole other story! :rofl:

[gloplg]

Aww, I thought it was the Angel on top everyone loved ... :innocent:

Maybe a "Dark Angel"??????????:rofl::rofl:

But then did you hear how the good fairy got to be at the top of the Christmas tree???????:Oops::innocent::lol::lol:

[KiwiPhoenix]

Maybe a "Dark Angel"??????????:rofl::rofl:



Nope, can't see it myself! :laugh:

[maxf]

Edit: Anyone wanna buy a Fiat?

If it was a Bambina I might have been interested - always wanted to a Clarkson-in-the-Miata with the head sticking out the sunroof! :yes::yes::yes:

[BEAMER89]

Hay Max l saw you out the other day, whos car did you take on a test drive?:shutup::blink:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6bVhEdQMZw

Even l woldnt mind this one lol
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnfxG42lOVA

[neels]

If it was a Bambina I might have been interested - always wanted to a Clarkson-in-the-Miata with the head sticking out the sunroof! :yes::yes::yes:
You're safe, the fiat is sold less than 24 hours after I listed it on trademe. The cheap car market seems to have gone stupid lately.

[helenoftroy]

Hay Max l saw you out the other day, whos car did you take on a test drive?:shutup::blink:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6bVhEdQMZw

Even l woldnt mind this one lol
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnfxG42lOVA

Lmao!awesome! I can picture Max's head out the roof of the Bambina

...and that demented race car:niceone:

Please can i swap my lemon of an Abarth for either of those Fiats??:done:

[Shadowjack]

If it was a Bambina I might have been interested - always wanted to a Clarkson-in-the-Miata with the head sticking out the sunroof! :yes::yes::yes:

I always thought that acquiring a matched pair of MX-5's might be useful...
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as roller-skates!

[neels]

Please can i swap my lemon of an Abarth for either of those Fiats??:done:
Admit it HOT, you love your Fiat.

Sounds just like the SAAB 900 turbo I used to own, lovely to drive but a nightmare to own.

Interestingly I don't seem to have learnt from the experience...

[helenoftroy]

Admit it HOT, you love your Fiat.

Sounds just like the SAAB 900 turbo I used to own, lovely to drive but a nightmare to own.

Interestingly I don't seem to have learnt from the experience...

Your right neels,love driving the wee tart (2.4lt hatch,5 pot,20 valve,have even grown to love the selespeed box)

...hmmm Saabs:love:....yeah I havent learnt either!

[maxf]

Hay Max l saw you out the other day, whos car did you take on a test drive?:shutup::blink:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6bVhEdQMZw


Evil child!

Now I'm wondering if they'd ever make sunroof-mounted airbags?! :shutup:
Anyway, one of the joys of biking - not having to un-crick your neck from being in cars with low(ish) ceilings where you unconciously always end up with your head tilted over to go into the sunroof "dimple" - wife's Echo has been better than either of the BMWs (320 or 735) or parents LR Freelander.

[Peeteey]

But then did you hear how the good fairy got to be at the top of the Christmas tree???????

Dunno, worked his way up from the bottom? :shit: ;)

[Mrs Shrek]

my have to come along and learn how to replace brake leavers :Oops: