National Classic Bike Rally

[Paul in NZ]

Some of you may not be aware that there is even such an event, well, there is....

This year it is hosted by the New Plymouth Classic Motorcycle Club, 29th to 31st October in Inglewood. Anyone keen to go?

Cheers

[Katman]

I shall mark it on my calender.

[Paul in NZ]

Excellent... I shall post contact details and arrangments as they come off the telegraph machine...

[Taz]

I could be keen for this. Are thier idea's of classics as loose as our site here? Mines only a 1979 so may not be classic enough?

[nudemetalz]

Me too... :)

[Motu]

Rally? Timed gravel sections? For classic bikes? I'll need some practice,but I'm in.

[Paul in NZ]

Rally? Timed gravel sections? For classic bikes? I'll need some practice,but I'm in.

I suspect you will be horribly disappointed.... Mostly a lot of standng around discussing the value of goldstars...

[Motu]

About time I visited Taranaki again - I could walk around doing the ''I used to have one of those'' thing.

[wickle]

Some of you may not be aware that there is even such an event, well, there is....

This year it is hosted by the New Plymouth Classic Motorcycle Club, 29th to 31st October in Inglewood. Anyone keen to go?

Cheers

On our club calender this is dated for end November, Hawkes Bay Classic Club, will check dates this weekend at Club

[Paul in NZ]

On our club calender this is dated for end November, Hawkes Bay Classic Club, will check dates this weekend at Club

Sweet - def those dates in the last wellington club mag... any doubt I will contact the organisers next week when I'm up in NP....

[ICE180]

inglewood has the nz classic scooter rally on as well but over Labour Weekend.

[Movistar]

Hi Guys

I am on the committee for the New Plymouth Classic M/C Club.
We currently have a sub-committee that is preparing for this event.

I can confirm that the dates for this years Rally will be the 26 - 28 November.
There will be further information available at the end of this week, including a flier outlining more details regarding registration, accommodation etc.

As soon as I have this I will post it into this thread and add it to the Calendar.

Paul

[Paul in NZ]

Cool bananas I was just up in new plymouth and was struggling to get a contact for your club.. mind you I was working looong days and was not trying too hard.... Shame about the revised dates, might be a bit tricky for me.... but thats ages away....

[Movistar]

Shame about the revised dates, might be a bit tricky for me.... but thats ages away....

That's a shame alright, we're keen to get as many bikes, riders and owners here as we can to showcase some of our brilliant roads!

Hope it works out and we can host you in November.

[Taz]

Sounds cool but just what is considered a classic for this event?

[ajturbo]

soooo... is my 82 turbo.. tooo young?

[nudemetalz]

you're too old !!

[Paul in NZ]

Just being interested in them is enough for me.... No ones going to throw rocks at you if you turn up on the Guzzi

[Paul in NZ]

That's a shame alright, we're keen to get as many bikes, riders and owners here as we can to showcase some of our brilliant roads!

Hope it works out and we can host you in November.

So do I but like I said - its ages away and the chances of the build programme looking like it does then is not very high so I'm still hopefull. I will definately fill out an entry form regardless....

[Paul in NZ]

soooo... is my 82 turbo.. tooo young?

I'd say its old enough and certainly ugly enough ;-)

[nudemetalz]

I'd say its old enough and certainly ugly enough ;-)

AJ or the Turbo ? :rofl:

[ajturbo]

Just being interested in them is enough for me.... No ones going to throw rocks at you if you turn up on the Guzzi

why not?... oh thats right, they'll bounce off and just may hit someone.....hehehehe

[tri boy]

Date noted on the calender.
Kanny loves classic things. Thats why she luv's moi.:innocent:
A gravel ride down to the Naki sounds great Motu, I havn't got a classic era bike, (the Daytona too young), but a dusty scrambler fitted out on knobblies might be allowed to hang out somewhere nearby.
Some bottles of classic port will be required methinks.:yes:

[Big Dave]

I can confirm that the dates for this years Rally will be the 26 - 28 November.

Same weekend as Burt Munro Challenge.

http://burtmunrochallenge.com/

[Paul in NZ]

Same weekend as Burt Munro Challenge.

http://burtmunrochallenge.com/

Gawd.... there needs to be more weekends in the warmer months...

[Movistar]

Same weekend as Burt Munro Challenge.

http://burtmunrochallenge.com/

Yes, I know.
It's difficult, as I'm sure you realise, to have all one's duck's in a row.
The venue where we will be hosting the Rally is very limited for dates.
Still, if you happen to know a good photographer that's handy with a writing stick (that isn't going to the Burt Munro Challenge - hmmm, that just cut the numbers by about 95% right there) you know where to be!


Date noted on the calender.
Kanny loves classic things. Thats why she luv's moi.:innocent:
A gravel ride down to the Naki sounds great Motu, I havn't got a classic era bike, (the Daytona too young), but a dusty scrambler fitted out on knobblies might be allowed to hang out somewhere nearby.
Some bottles of classic port will be required methinks.:yes:

Anyone's welcome to come and check out the machinery.
Sometimes what's in the carpark equals or betters what's on show...

[Big Dave]

I was keen for a burn down with Motu actually. Still might be if I don't jag the Burt gig again. The Ed is from Inverkiggle and keeps threatening to go.

[Taz]

So it's really a bike show and not really a Rally? I'm confused (doesn't take much I know)

[Movistar]

So it's really a bike show and not really a Rally? I'm confused (doesn't take much I know)

It is a Rally - but we're hoping there'll be some lush hardware on show.




I was keen for a burn down with Motu actually. Still might be if I don't jag the Burt gig again. The Ed is from Inverkiggle and keeps threatening to go.

Mint idea BD! I could escort you through some of our hidden treasures en route to the Rally...

[98tls]

Someone pack a good camera and post up for those downunder eh,would love to go myself.

[Taz]

It is a Rally - but we're hoping there'll be some lush hardware on show.

So rally as in camping/tents/drinkies/good times?

[Movistar]

Certainly drinkies/good times. How could you get a bunch of bikers together and not have these key ingredients?

Final accommodation arrangements are being finalised as we speak. Once I have the facts, I'll let you know.
Should have this (I hope) by the end of the week.

Otherwise, as soon as I know any more, you'll know too.

[Movistar]

It appears I may have been a little premature in my expectance of having fliers/registration forms ready by last week...

These are being printed the last week of this month.
So I will, as soon as I have received copies, place them here for all to see.

Apologise for the delay.

Paul

[nudemetalz]

I'm quite keen on taking the Guzzi up and might gatecrash Pussy's place up there if he can handle non-Gixxer in his garage....

[ajturbo]

I'm quite keen on taking the Guzzi up and might gatecrash Pussy's place up there if he can handle non-Gixxer in his garage....

besdt you don't tell him then.. just turn up...:shit:

[Movistar]

I'm quite keen on taking the Guzzi up and might gatecrash Pussy's place up there if he can handle non-Gixxer in his garage....

He'll be fine, he might even make room for the Guzzi in the lounge...

[Katman]

Woohoo! Party at Pussy's place. :2thumbsup

[Movistar]

Woohoo! Party at Pussy's place. :2thumbsup

Do you think we should tell him...nah, Annie won't mind I'm sure :whistle:

[Pussy]

Do you think we should tell him...nah, Annie won't mind I'm sure :whistle:

You fellas ever seen that thin lipped look that only a woman can give???......

[Paul in NZ]

You fellas ever seen that thin lipped look that only a woman can give???......

Not really - are you giving it now cos if not you might want to make room for a real classic, just to give the joint some real class....

[Pussy]

Not really - are you giving it now cos if not you might want to make room for a real classic, just to give the joint some real class....

Not I, Paul.
I dare you to take on Gassit Girl..... let's see how brave you are!!

[nudemetalz]

'Cause she is da boss and Pussy is just that,..a pussy.....

[Pussy]

'Cause she is da boss and Pussy is just that,..a pussy.....

Ha! Keyboard warrior! You'd be too chicken to put a foot out of place next time you're here....

[Paul in NZ]

Not I, Paul.
I dare you to take on Gassit Girl..... let's see how brave you are!!

pfft - One look at the mighty trophy and I'll be in.... Besides I'm so old she will feel sorry for me and want to mother me..

[Movistar]

Hi Guys

Here's the Entry Form and some information.

Classes are being finalised shortly, and I'll post them up as soon as they are released.

Sorry for the delay in getting these on here.

Paul

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[Murray]

Hi Guys

Here's the Entry Form and some information.

Classes are being finalised shortly, and I'll post them up as soon as they are released.

Sorry for the delay in getting these on here.

Paul

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Any updates as some of the BFTP (Blast from the Past) group are looking at attending???

[Dadpole]

Any updates as the BFTP (Blast from the Past) group are looking at attending???


There goes the neighbourhood.

[Murray]

There goes the neighbourhood.

There you go I've edited it. Will leave the troublemakers at home.

[Movistar]

Any updates as some of the BFTP (Blast from the Past) group are looking at attending???

The classes have been determined, however I don't have thie information on hand at the moment :doh:

I will sort this shortly and post it here...

[Movistar]

Classes are as listed:
Pre 1944

1945 - 1955

1956 - 1965

1966 - 1976

1977 - 1986

Also there will be:
Best Europen

Best American

Best Japanese

Best Lightweight


If there are enough entries we are also considering a 'Moderns' Class.


Sorry to everyone for the delay in getting this to you, the committee have been hard at work!
We are well under way for getting the final details sorted and the date is fast approaching!

Get your registrations in as it's going to be a great weekend!

[Dodgyiti]

I'm in:woohoo:
Be good to catch up Paul, I will not be going to the Rattly so see you at
NP

[Movistar]

I'm in:woohoo:
Be good to catch up Paul, I will not be going to the Rattly so see you at
NP

Yes, haven't seen you since Hampton Downs!

See you in a month or so :2thumbsup

[jellywrestler]

are there taxis in inglewood? I'm keen on going but looking at staying in town and after drinking heaps of piss and talking about the value of goldstars need to get back into town

[kb_SF1]

The toy will be there in the "73" year category unless I stuff the engine rebuild up, pistons, barrels and head to go. Heres hoping.:woohoo:

[jellywrestler]

another question, do you have a route for veterans? not worried about speed or distance mainly out of traffic as the brakes were never designed for other people to be on the road too

[Movistar]

are there taxis in inglewood? I'm keen on going but looking at staying in town and after drinking heaps of piss and talking about the value of goldstars need to get back into town

Yes there are, might cost you a bit though as it's approx 30kms into New Plymouth...
There maybe some heading in that can give you a lift, or I guess sharing a cab is an option should anyone else be in the same predicament...


The toy will be there in the "73" year category unless I stuff the engine rebuild up, pistons, barrels and head to go. Heres hoping.:woohoo:

Awesome, look forward to seeing that!


another question, do you have a route for veterans? not worried about speed or distance mainly out of traffic as the brakes were never designed for other people to be on the road too

The route for the rally has been set, and is mainly back roads, so should be almost free of any other traffic.
The committee have ridden it several times and are keeping a close eye out for the edition of any roadworks etc that may crop up.

It will be as leisurable as you intend to make it - the aim is to ensure everyone has a great time at their own pace.

Please feel free to ask any questions, I'll answer what I can! :niceone:
(without giving too much away of course...)

Paul

[jellywrestler]

Yes there are, might cost you a bit though as it's approx 30kms into New Plymouth...
Just going back into Inglewood to listen to some banjo music...

[Movistar]

Just going back into Inglewood to listen to some banjo music...

Well in that case, it's not going cost you much at all.

Just, take your earplugs...

[Beeza]

Looking forward to seeing all your treasures there!:yes:

[Dodgyiti]

Looks like the Blast From The Past crew will have a decent turnout:drinkup:
Can't wait, can't decide which bike to take either, so I serviced 3 ready to go:ride:
Classic bike nerd:facepalm:

[Movistar]

Looks like the Blast From The Past crew will have a decent turnout:drinkup:
Can't wait, can't decide which bike to take either, so I serviced 3 ready to go:ride:
Classic bike nerd:facepalm:


Excellent!!!

Get your registrations in guys, we want a really great turnout :niceone:

[Voltaire]

Excellent!!!

Get your registrations in guys, we want a really great turnout :niceone:

I'm not sure that anyone from BFTP is registering, more sort of calling in to have a look at the bikes on show. Ol' Darmah won't even be clean.....:innocent:
Looking forward to going :woohoo:

[Movistar]

I'm not sure that anyone from BFTP is registering, more sort of calling in to have a look at the bikes on show. Ol' Darmah won't even be clean.....:innocent:
Looking forward to going :woohoo:


Oh, well that's all good too! :niceone:

[Beeza]

I could be keen for this. Are thier idea's of classics as loose as our site here? Mines only a 1979 so may not be classic enough? Mine's an 82, but anyone who'd dispute that a Laverda Jota isn't a classic is, of course, a total nitwit. So bring your 79. Of course it's a classic!:yes:

[Voltaire]

BFTP did a local run around Huntly yesterday, gave the Darmah, Guzzi and R90s a good pre trip run. Did about 350 kms on the Darmah and even rode it to work this morning.....heavy clutch be damned:innocent:

[Katman]

Shit, just noticed that entries closed last Friday. Still taking late entries?

[kb_SF1]

Toy is going well :scooter: so leaving thursday morning & heading to Taupo, Turangi, Taumaruni and to Whangamomona for the nite with a group from the Waikao Classic Club.

Friday its into NP and then the rally out at Inglewood.

Weather is looking for the whole 4 days:woohoo:.

See you there, looking forward to seeing the Jota.

[Voltaire]

We're leaving on Friday morning, two Beemers, a Guzzi and a Duke. Meeting some HB Suzuki guys in Traumanui then accross the Forgotton Highway.....:woohoo:

[That looks like fun]

Waddled down to the Inglewood Railway Station this morning and watched the bikes head on their run. A very impressive collection :yes: Well done to the organisers for getting that many quality machines together.

[nadroj]

Pics here : http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/131438-National-Classic-Motorcycle-Rally-Saturday-27-November-2010

[Beeza]

Tremendous rally! Many thanks! Excellent machines and a great bunch of people too.