Canterbury: Canterbury Sunday Winter Rides [Archive]

gloplg

4th April 2011, 21:52

Anyway Peoples, interest has been expressed so here goes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The ride will be held in conjunction with Flip's Classic Ride. At this stage the "Classic" is proposed to be on the first Sunday of the month with the "Sunday" ride on the other Sundays. Both rides are weather dependent and a cancellation will be posted on both threads on the day by 09.00.

As BK is not yet viable again, we will meet on the road outside Sydenham McDonalds on Hastings Street West. 11.00am for a 11.30 departure. When BK becomes viable again we will go back.

This is a social ride and an opportunity for a ride during the weekend. The destination will generally be a pub or café for lunch, a drink and a chat. The object is to have a good lunch and enjoy ourselves.

This is not a race from point A to point B. If you want to "see how fast you can go" then please just go somewhere else.

Learners are most welcome on these runs, just let Flip or me know who you are so we can assign a helper to ride with you at your pace.

Ideally the route will be the same as the WNR however depending on the weather and road conditions the destination will change as required bearing in mind the earthquake damage suffered by such a lot of our favourite spots.

Duvauchelles-Akaroa.
Oxford.
Greta valley.
Wets Route.
Okains Bay???
And anywhere else anybody can come up with.

The rules are the same as the WNR:

1. Rider Responsibility
It is the responsibility of each and every rider to ride safely and within their abilities. If any rider acts in a dangerous manner then they will be asked to leave. Remember, you not only put yourself at danger but also the other riders and the general public. If you do not understand this then do not come.

2. Rider Assistance
At the car park we’ll ask that riders who would like some one on one help will be asked to put their hands up and we’ll ask some of the more experienced riders to provide that help. Please don’t be shy. This is an excellent opportunity to ride with and learn from people who have many decades of riding under their belts.

3. Leader
The cruisy group will have a lead rider appointed each week. Obviously it will be someone with reasonable skill so as to not piss everyone off. The leader will stop at the pre-determined regroup points and wait for the entire group to arrive before departing. Please give the leader a little space. If they are not travelling fast enough for you then overtake them and leave the group. We will see you at our destination.

4. Tail End Charlie
A TEC will also be determined as a safety measure.No body will ever be left behind on these runs.

5. Rossi clones
If you wish to do your own thing then feel free, but please leave a bit earlier, before the rest of the group!! We'll see you at the pub (and we expect some beers waiting for us when we arive). There's nothing worse than someone trying to be Rossi and carving up the slower riders to get to the front. That's when accidents happen. Leave first, ride hard and do not place the other's at risk. If we find you in a ditch we will provide first aid until the ambulance arives, but do not expect any sympathy on the web afterwards. If we find you talking to Mr Plod we will take and post photos.

Disclaimer: Neither myself, nor any other participant is responsible for another rider's actions. Each rider is responsible for their own riding.

Most of this was copied from Pheonixgtr, thanks.

Gloplg.

gloplg

4th April 2011, 21:58

First ride to Akaroa, via Dyers pass and Gebbies Pass, regroups at Millars Road and Little River. Lunch of fish and chips on the waterfront.

Can someone educate me on how to get this thread to appear on the home page please?????????

been_there

5th April 2011, 07:52

Just to let you know..
There has been new seal put down at Duv...my little bird told me bout 3kms...That was last week.

leopardskin

5th April 2011, 10:47

went over to akaroa on the weekend - bit of new seal yes, but was still a great ride. would imagine that by next weekend the seal will have bedded down nicely and be ok. was nice to ride the hill without a lot of traffic (no campervans) and still no grit on the hill

Flip

8th April 2011, 10:06

Planning to be there on Sunday, weather permitting.

chainsawbike

10th April 2011, 10:02

does anyone know if there is an open service station in Akaroa today?
( or do i need to take a spare fuel container to top up my 7l tank :( )

HenryDorsetCase

10th April 2011, 11:14

I would say yes. (in that it usually is open). If in doubt, phone them. Its a Shell station and the signage says "L'Essence" which is really lame.

chainsawbike

10th April 2011, 17:40

i just took a extra tank anyway - as a bonus i now have a rough idea how many k's it can do on a tank post-tuneup (160 - up from 120... :) )

gloplg

10th April 2011, 19:35

Ten???? Of our number had lunch and sparkling conversation in Akaroa today. Either side of lunch was spent in the joys of motorcycling on a glorious autumn day. Thanks to all of you for your company today.:yes::yes::scooter::scooter::rockon:

Next week Greta Valley???????

Probably meet somewhere north of the CBD, I will post closer to the day.

Gareth123

11th April 2011, 04:37

Next week Greta Valley???????

Probably meet somewhere north of the CBD, I will post closer to the day.

Carpark behind the peg?

leopardskin

11th April 2011, 10:40

didn't get on the bike til later but did the ride to akaroa, getting there about 4pm. saw you lot pootling back. was a fantastic day for ride for sure. and didn't get a ticket from the copper over there who i guess must have been focused on speeding as he ignored a car overtaking 2 campervans on a double yellow line. not a dangerous thing to do i suppose.

gloplg

14th April 2011, 14:10

Carpark behind the peg?

Sounds like a plan unless anyone has a better meeting place.:niceone::niceone:

Are you a starter?? Where are we meeting you??

gloplg

14th April 2011, 14:12

Gareth123

14th April 2011, 14:26

I'll meet you guys in Woodend. The weather doesn't look promising though. South westerlies with showers clearing. Hopefully that will change to Sunny with a high of 23, light winds easing :yes:

leopardskin

15th April 2011, 08:44

I will riding Sunday and meeting up at the Peg sounds good to me.

gloplg

17th April 2011, 09:09

Sorry folks I'm out for today.

Is everyone ok after the quake yesterday????

leopardskin

17th April 2011, 10:06

forecast sounds shite so i'm gonna blouse out today

Gareth123

17th April 2011, 16:17

I over imbibed last night. Got to Woodend late. Rode up by myself for a late lunch. Not sure if anyone else went though.

Flip

17th April 2011, 18:38

Shadows

17th April 2011, 21:35

I looked over my bacon and eggs this morning and said to myself bloodyfuckinghell its pissing down. So I spent the day getting ready for the Easter Bunny Hunt, at least I have a clean shot gun.

Here bunny-bunny-bunny, BOOM, you want eggs with that?:yes:

I've just done a quick stock take in the Cabinet of Death and found that I have enough ammunition to bottom out the suspension of a small car... and the reloading bench is in full production tonight... poor bunnies won't know what hit 'em :yes:

gloplg

17th April 2011, 23:07

Here bunny-bunny-bunny, BOOM, you want eggs with that?:yes:

Poor bunnies I almost feel sorry for them:innocent::innocent::facepalm::ar15::not::not:

Dave-

18th April 2011, 08:53

If you want to see how fast you can go, fire me or E_Ashmore a PM for trackdays, one coming up in about 3 weeks!

gloplg

22nd April 2011, 10:46

Anyone interested in a ride this weekend?????

Gareth123

22nd April 2011, 12:30

:yes: I'm up for a :scooter: this weekend

Unless I :drinkup: too much and feel :sick:

If that happens I will :facepalm: and be very :angry: with myself.

Where are we meeting?

gloplg

22nd April 2011, 13:37

:yes: I'm up for a :scooter: this weekend

Unless I :drinkup: too much and feel :sick:

If that happens I will :facepalm: and be very :angry: with myself.

Where are we meeting?

I was contemplating doing the Port Hills Loop. Halswell, Gebbies, round the bays, Evans through to Gebbies and lunch at the Wheatsheaf, or somewhere else if anyone prefers.

Meeting would be Sydenham Mackers, or BK Moorehouse. Will be looking at BK and the Summit road this afternoon to check viability.

Will post later.

FJRider

22nd April 2011, 15:23

I was contemplating doing the Port Hills Loop. Halswell, Gebbies, round the bays, Evans through to Gebbies and lunch at the Wheatsheaf, or somewhere else if anyone prefers.

Meeting would be Sydenham Mackers, or BK Moorehouse. Will be looking at BK and the Summit road this afternoon to check viability.

Will post later.

EASTER SUNDAY ... apart from gas stations ... bugger all will be open.

Kickaha

22nd April 2011, 15:33

EASTER SUNDAY ... apart from gas stations ... bugger all will be open.

If it was Saturday everything would be open and the Methven street race is on

gloplg

22nd April 2011, 16:28

Summit Road is closed above the Heathcoate Valley. Bugger!!!!!!!

BK is viable again, access from north down Barbadoes Street, east and west via Moorhouse Ave, south, any way you like.

BK, Halswell, Gebbies, Port, through the Tube to wherever. Saturday, Sunday, or Monday.

I know I'm getting cabin fever:brick::brick:, so who wants to go for a :scooter:?????????

Tell me which day .................. please

CeeJay

22nd April 2011, 17:16

Just got home from Akas. Think Mully must still be on the way... :) Anyway, glorious today & tomorrow also I think. Summit rd from Kiwi to Gebbies is open...

BEAMER89

22nd April 2011, 17:54

l vote for Monday to ride, only because lm going to methven for the races tomorrow and have a family thing on Sunday.:bye: Just hope the weather holds out:sunny:
Cheers Graham

gloplg

22nd April 2011, 19:09

Oh crap weather looks ok tomorrow but turns wet and wet.

CJ are you a starter for tomorrow?????

BK???? What time???? Who else wants to go.

BK, Dyers pass, Summit to Gebbies, round the bays to Port, through the tube to ??????

Gareth123

22nd April 2011, 22:09

No, not tomorrow! I work until 1pm tomorrow! Sunday? Monday? Both good for me.

gloplg

23rd April 2011, 09:28

MMMMMMMMMM.......... Monday?? BK 11.00 meet 11.30 depart.

Hopefully the weather types have got it wrong!!!!!!!!!!

KiwiPhoenix

23rd April 2011, 12:52

You may not know but the St John's Ambulance run is on Monday leaving from South City carpark.

schrodingers cat

23rd April 2011, 16:37

the Methven street race is on

If the weather is OK thats where I'll be heading. It was a nice relaxed vibe last year

Kickaha

23rd April 2011, 17:26

If the weather is OK thats where I'll be heading. It was a nice relaxed vibe last year

As it was again this year,number of race bikes was down but the crowd was still pretty good

Peeteey

24th April 2011, 01:03

You may not know but the St John's Ambulance run is on Monday leaving from South City carpark.

That sounds good! A respectable hour too! :) Anyone else going?

Am busy Sunday so the monday ride will be nice ... Hopefully ... bloody weather!

Gareth123

25th April 2011, 04:30

So are we doing the St John ride or our own? I'm confused.

cruza

25th April 2011, 05:00

Good turnout round 4ish on sun of kb'ers at the wheatsheaf , warm day , cold beer , good company:yes:

Got to use these last warm days before winter:sunny:

BEAMER89

25th April 2011, 08:06

Hay guys anyone keen for a ride today:woohoo:
bikes out and ready to go:innocent:
Cheers Graham

p.s What time is the ambulance ride starting today, l may do that if no one's keen for a wee ride.

gloplg

25th April 2011, 09:35

The ambulance run sounds like a good scheme. I think 12.00sh at South City car park????

laRIKin

25th April 2011, 09:42

Here is the only info I could find.
Will not be doing the ride, but will turn up at the start.

PS: I think the ride starts at twelve I will be there at eleven.

cruza

25th April 2011, 10:47

Bit chilly today! wheres summer gone:crybaby:

still buzzing from yesterday CJ , mint ride back ova the hill, mt goes well for a harley:innocent:

rnickeymouse (r nickey....)on utube. awesome hill some funny off's and car stuff.

Flip

25th April 2011, 12:59

Classic Bike Run Sunday 1st. 1100 hrs at Macdonalds Sydenham Colombo st.

Note the change of time and place, it's weather dependent because I am a soft cock.

Heading off to the private bike collestion in Horrorata.

http://www.jeffmarshallsuzuki.co.nz/...cle-collection

Then off to Horrorata for lunch, the cafe across the road from the old closed pub.

Much credit to Graham- BEAMER89 for jacking this up.

CeeJay

25th April 2011, 15:04

...still buzzing from yesterday CJ , mint ride back ova the hill, mt goes well for a harley :innocent: ...

It does aye? Only annoying thing is when the limey green reflection in my mirrors gets bigger & bigger and I realize I'm about to get blown off again :) Still, it holds its own when torque is what counts...

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE! - Has anyone seen Peetey recently? :)

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/album.php?albumid=3979&attachmentid=237291

Peeteey

26th April 2011, 02:01

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE! - Has anyone seen Peetey recently? :)

Hey CJ, am still alive! Just being a wuss with all this cold weather! The few times I've been free for a ride I've had work. Then again, work is certainly appreciated :D

You know where I live, you're (all) welcome to pop in on your way past if you're out for a ride.

Will be free this Wed if the weather is nice :)

I've also been making a few mods for my Gopro:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Po0su6RScq8
and

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vko8zBLVfWc

leopardskin

30th April 2011, 16:21

hoping theres a ride... somewhere... tomorrow??

ClutchITUP

30th April 2011, 18:10

lotsa bikes out an about today! hope the weather holds up tomorrow:yes:

Flip

30th April 2011, 19:16

dangerous

30th April 2011, 20:30

Heading off to the private bike collestion in Horrorata.

http://www.jeffmarshallsuzuki.co.nz/...cle-collectionlink dont work mate? just reading bout this now... tell me more about this colection thanks?

Flip

30th April 2011, 21:59

Haven't been there myself, try this.

http://www.jeffmarshallsuzuki.co.nz/cms/rides-news/motorcycle-collection

gloplg

30th April 2011, 23:00

Weather looks promising for tomorrow. See you all at Maccers Sydenham.

gloplg

1st May 2011, 16:39

A good ride today.

8 bikes with 10 in the group enjoyed looking at a large number of "Hondas" in various states of repair.

A big thanks to Graham, aka beemer89, for his organisation.

Pics later when I've organised them.

gloplg

1st May 2011, 17:10

Pics as promised

KiwiPhoenix

1st May 2011, 17:59

Thanks to Beamer89 for organising this today. Had a great time!!

Thank you to Flip, Beamer89 and MaxF for letting me ride pillion, had a blast! Can add them to the collection.

Peeteey, how did the sock work?? :laugh: Novel use for a sock! :facepalm:

Lovely to meet Mrs Beamer and Gareth, and Gareth, will take you up on that offer another time when we have more time :rofl:

Jackal

1st May 2011, 18:37

BEAMER89

1st May 2011, 20:04

Hay all
We also had a great day out with some awesome people today, lm glad you guys enjoyed the day aswell.
Really enjoyed that small stretch of shingle road [even pretended to be lost so l could have a extra little play on the dirt ]:shutup::innocent:

l will try to be on the next Sunday ride but have a heap of weekend work coming in that needs to be done before the winter really kicks in:angry:
also will try to meet up with some of you guys at the Wednesday meet-up:woohoo: if the weather holds up.
Cheers Graham

KiwiPhoenix

1st May 2011, 20:22

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/137105-Christchurch-Wednesday-night-meet-up

Link for the Wed night meet up! Doesn't matter if you turn up on a bike or in a car, just come along!!

leopardskin

2nd May 2011, 14:50

Here is a suggestion for the Sunday ride next week. I went on this last year and was an enjoyable day. Plenty of bikes of all makes and models. All proceeds going to the Ashburton Fire Service. I have attached the flyer. Give it some thought.

Sounds like a good idea to me Jackal.

Enjoyed the ride out to Hororata, although gravel riding with Continental Road Attacks isn't particularly fun on a newly graded road i must say, but safely negotiated.

Amazing shed full of bikes, hard to pick a favourite but the CBX and Z1300 standing side by side was a sight to behold :gob:

McWild

2nd May 2011, 21:58

Cheers for the small amount of talking shit guys, might catch you another weekend for a blat.

gloplg

4th May 2011, 20:06

Here is a suggestion for the Sunday ride next week. I went on this last year and was an enjoyable day. Plenty of bikes of all makes and models. All proceeds going to the Ashburton Fire Service. I have attached the flyer. Give it some thought.

Hi J. Sounds like a scheme. What say those of us that want a ride on Sunday support the Ashvagus Fire Service.

Does anyone want to go to Akaroa for lunch on Sunday 15th May??????

I'm out this weekend so have a good time and travel safely folks.

KiwiPhoenix

4th May 2011, 21:04

I won't be along, mothers day on Sunday so will be getting pampered, hopefully!

FJRider

4th May 2011, 21:09

I won't be along, mothers day on Sunday so will be getting pampered, hopefully!

I do hope they do ... :yes:

KiwiPhoenix

5th May 2011, 08:07

I do hope they do ... :yes:

So do I! :laugh:

Jackal

7th May 2011, 21:54

After having suggested the Ashburton Wheels Week ride tomorrow (and looking forward to doing it) I won't be there. An old mate of mine who I have not seen for over 15 years is passing thru and stopping by at exactly the time the ride starts. After spending all afternoon cleaning the bike it will have to stay in the shed tomorrow. Which might not be a bad thing as the weather looks like it is going to be crap. If anyone does come thru, enjoy yourselves. Will catch up on one of your rides sometime soon.........If I am not mistaken this might be my 100th post. Do I get a medal? It has only taken me two years!!!! More of a reader than a writer me thinks:yes:

Gareth123

8th May 2011, 02:14

I won't be along either. The sprogs I teach Karate too have a grading tomorrow so I'll be examining their technique all afternoon.

leopardskin

8th May 2011, 08:07

well the day don't look too bad, so i'm off to Ashburton :woohoo: (hard for me to sound serious when i say that) Will stop at McD's in Sydenham at 8.55 for a 9am departure if anyone wants to ride.

gloplg

13th May 2011, 19:38

Peeteey

13th May 2011, 22:38

Hi folks.

Weather permitting how does Akaroa for lunch on Sunday sound????? (Provided I get a wof for the bike!!!!)

BK, Dyers, Gebbies, regroup at Millars Rd just before the Akaroa highway and second regroup by the old Little River station.

11:00 meet for 11:30 departure.

Great! Will meet you at Governors Bay if I'm gonna come along, depends on weather and state of (mental?) health :blink:

KiwiPhoenix

14th May 2011, 19:11

Weather dependent, Minxime and I will be along in the car. If anyone wants to come along in the car with us, PM me.

schrodingers cat

14th May 2011, 19:36

One little spot of gravel on Gebbies (Wheatsheaf side) above the 35k corner sequence. Rest of the road is AWESOME

Peeteey

14th May 2011, 21:28

Anyone know who the one in the top centre is? :D

238892

Thought something looked a little different :whistle:

Peeteey

15th May 2011, 03:02

Given it's 3am and I'm still up I'm guessing I'll not be along tomorrow ... :yawn:

KiwiPhoenix

15th May 2011, 08:11

Given it's 3am and I'm still up I'm guessing I'll not be along tomorrow ... :yawn:

You kidding, a ride is just what you need!!

gloplg

15th May 2011, 09:04

Lovely weather ........... Not. Sorry folks I'm out for today.

Buyasta

15th May 2011, 10:02

The rain seems to have stopped now, and there isn't any more forecast till about 8pm, so the weather might not be so bad for a ride today.

Anywho, I'm up for it, and plan on showing up at BK in an hour and seeing if anyone else is keen.

KiwiPhoenix

15th May 2011, 10:42

I'll be there in the car with MinxiMe

See you there

Flip

15th May 2011, 17:59

Well you all missed out on a great day, Akaroa was clear, the roads were a little wet in the morning but were mostly dry after lunch.

KiwiPhoenix

15th May 2011, 18:04

Turned up at the carpark, had intentions of going but Gloplg was in the car and about to go do the shopping and Buyusta decided not to go, so started to go and MinxiMe got really shitty so we came home instead!

Peeteey

16th May 2011, 21:50

Seeing as I didn't go for a ride on Sunday I decided to make up for it by going for a ride ... on ... Saturday ... yea ... um ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdIuGHX7hxg

Much fun to be had!

cruza

17th May 2011, 17:44

Seeing as I didn't go for a ride on Sunday I decided to make up for it by going for a ride ... on ... Saturday ... yea ... um ...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdIuGHX7hxg

Much fun to be had!

Same here , fab ride sat, on a freshly washed speed triple, ended up havin a beer as the sun went down at wheatsheaf.

FJRider

17th May 2011, 18:01

Same here , fab ride sat, on a freshly washed speed triple, ended up havin a beer as the sun went down at wheatsheaf.

Sooooo ... the sun set on the Trumpy ... again ... :facepalm: :innocent:

you rode it in the gravel ... car park ... ??? :eek:

ps: a nice way to end a ride ... :yes:

cruza

18th May 2011, 08:32

Sooooo ... the sun set on the Trumpy ... again ... :facepalm: :innocent:

you rode it in the gravel ... car park ... ??? :eek:

ps: a nice way to end a ride ... :yes:

even rode a moto guzzi en-route as well.......

if this weather keeps up it will be spring soon:blink:

FJRider

18th May 2011, 19:44

even rode a moto guzzi en-route as well.......

Avoid them ... I know a few that own one .. :no: :facepalm: :shutup:

if this weather keeps up it will be spring soon:blink:

I would say ... :yes: ... it was four degrees (c) here today ... :innocent:

gloplg

19th May 2011, 19:39

OK so the forecast looks good:yes::yes::sunny::sunny: for Sunday!!!!!!!!!! ................ Anyone for Akaroa?????

Meet at BK Moorhouse 11.00 for 11.30 departure????

Peeteey

21st May 2011, 00:24

OK so the forecast looks good:yes::yes::sunny::sunny: for Sunday!!!!!!!!!! ................ Anyone for Akaroa?????

Meet at BK Moorhouse 11.00 for 11.30 departure????

Lucky buggers, have a nice one for me! Will be out the other way, working.

I say that like it's a bad thing but in reality, it's actually really fun :D

Gareth123

21st May 2011, 03:10

I'm out again this week too. Not because I just killed my bike:facepalm: but because I'm going to Nelson:woohoo:

KiwiPhoenix

21st May 2011, 16:54

Lucky buggers, have a nice one for me! Will be out the other way, working.

I say that like it's a bad thing but in reality, it's actually really fun :D

Show me the money! :laugh:

I'm out again this week too. Not because I just killed my bike:facepalm: but because I'm going to Nelson:woohoo:

How did you manage that?? Have fun in Nelson

Peeteey

21st May 2011, 18:53

Show me the money! :laugh:

I never said anything about money! This is music remember ...

KiwiPhoenix

21st May 2011, 19:40

I never said anything about money! This is music remember ...

:facepalm: Rock n Roll baby!

Peeteey

21st May 2011, 20:57

Found this (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.157510414278367.38468.132848513411224#!/photo.php?fbid=174807612548647&set=a.157510414278367.38468.132848513411224&type=1&theater) on Crackbook ...

gloplg

22nd May 2011, 09:46

YYYiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiipeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

The sky is blue. There is a big yellow thing out there.

Must be time for a ride.............................................. .........

leopardskin

22nd May 2011, 10:08

i have puppy training class this morning :facepalm::facepalm: so won't make it today - tis a great day for a ride tho - have fun

Peeteey

22nd May 2011, 17:30

i have puppy training class this morning

You're training to be a puppy???

Don't most people train to be engineers or doctors?

Gareth123

22nd May 2011, 21:22

Show me the money! :laugh:

How did you manage that?? Have fun in Nelson

I swapped out my coil for a new one and the new one has reduced the spark to next to nothing. If my bike starts, it just floods itself whenever I reach 1/4 throttle.

Don't worry, put the old coil back in and rode the bike to Nelson and back no worries at all. I even bought a new bike while I was in Nelson, just have to get it back down here now:blink:

KiwiPhoenix

22nd May 2011, 21:53

I swapped out my coil for a new one and the new one has reduced the spark to next to nothing. If my bike starts, it just floods itself whenever I reach 1/4 throttle.

Don't worry, put the old coil back in and rode the bike to Nelson and back no worries at all. I even bought a new bike while I was in Nelson, just have to get it back down here now:blink:

Ah, gotcha! So what kind of bike did you buy??

neels

22nd May 2011, 22:20

I swapped out my coil for a new one and the new one has reduced the spark to next to nothing. If my bike starts, it just floods itself whenever I reach 1/4 throttle.
Check whether it's a 6 volt or 12 volt coil, if it's a 12volty running on 6 volts it could explain the lack of spark.

Ah, gotcha! So what kind of bike did you buy??
I'm guessing a 03 KLR650a

Gareth123

22nd May 2011, 22:32

Check whether it's a 6 volt or 12 volt coil, if it's a 12volty running on 6 volts it could explain the lack of spark.

I'm guessing a 03 KLR650a

It sure is:yes:

How do I check what voltage it is? My bike runs 12v. Unless there is some kind of converter in there somewhere changing it to 6v before it gets to the coil.

gloplg

22nd May 2011, 22:46

It sure is:yes:

How do I check what voltage it is? My bike runs 12v. Unless there is some kind of converter in there somewhere changing it to 6v before it gets to the coil.

If your bike has a 12volt battery I would assume your coil to be 12volt also

Gareth123

22nd May 2011, 23:09

Is there some way to check whether the coil is working properly? All I have is a multimeter though lol

KiwiPhoenix

22nd May 2011, 23:21

I'm guessing a 03 KLR650a

I was going to ask how you knew but all is clear now! :facepalm: :rofl:

neels

23rd May 2011, 10:43

Is there some way to check whether the coil is working properly? All I have is a multimeter though lol
All you can really do is check the resistance, which maybe doesn't tell you much as they are pretty low anyway so an internal short often won't be obvious.

Easy enough to check the voltage to the coil, just stick your multimeter across it with the bike running.

gloplg

25th May 2011, 19:32

All you can really do is check the resistance, which maybe doesn't tell you much as they are pretty low anyway so an internal short often won't be obvious.

Easy enough to check the voltage to the coil, just stick your multimeter across it with the bike running.

Might pay to be careful putting a multimeter accross an active coil, all sorts of voltage spikes could happen.

gloplg

25th May 2011, 19:34

Someone mentioned Greta Valley for Sunday. Any takers??????? Weather permitting of course!!!!

BornAgainBiker

28th May 2011, 23:04

Someone mentioned Greta Valley for Sunday. Any takers??????? Weather permitting of course!!!!

Bugger would have loved to gone :doh: But I have a NZDA meeting on tomorrow and have to go as its the official opening of our new club rooms

Gareth123

28th May 2011, 23:24

I'm picking up my KLR this weekend so I won't be along this week:woohoo:

gloplg

29th May 2011, 08:48

Sorry folks I'm out this week, not feeling well.:sick::sick:

Buyasta

29th May 2011, 09:40

Hmmn, this sounds rather inauspicious.. Still, I'll head down to BK at 11, and see if anyone else decides to show up.

Buyasta

29th May 2011, 11:27

Hmmn, I guess that'd be a no, which is a pity - it's a great day for it.

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Peeteey

31st May 2011, 02:22

Hmmn, I guess that'd be a no, which is a pity - it's a great day for it.

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If it's a nice day, and you're not doing the brass, keen for a ride this weekend? Maybe the Sat?

leopardskin

31st May 2011, 09:27

will be keen this weekend for a ride, sat or sun. hard to imagine the weather will be as good as it is today for a ride tho!

Buyasta

31st May 2011, 09:43

If it's a nice day, and you're not doing the brass, keen for a ride this weekend? Maybe the Sat?

Yeah man, sounds good, and so far the forecast for Saturday is looking good... Meet at BK?.. I have to run an errand around 10, so would meeting at 11:30 to leave at 12 suit?

Incidentally, if we do go for a ride, you mind if I borrow your chest mount harness for the gopro for 5-10min?.. I was considering getting one, but I want to see if it'll fit a fat bastard like myself, and what the angle is like on my bike.

gloplg

31st May 2011, 19:30

If it's a nice day, and you're not doing the brass, keen for a ride this weekend? Maybe the Sat?

Where are you thinking of going?????????

Peeteey

1st June 2011, 19:02

Where are you thinking of going?????????

Well, if it's a nice clear day and if people felt like a wee bit more dirt, could do above Little River on the other side of Lake Forsyth Here (http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=-43.822267,172.798204&spn=0.053256,0.132093&t=h&z=14&lci=com.panoramio.all,com.google.webcams)

We can get to it by going over the beach at Birldings flat or via Little River itself.

Could be some great scenery if it's a nice day and not blowing a gale ... :)

Wotsayu?

P

Transalper

1st June 2011, 19:41

...
We can get to it by going over the beach at Birldings flat or via Little River itself.

Could be some great scenery if it's a nice day and not blowing a gale ... :)

Wotsayu?

P
I am vanning down in Gearldiene for Saturday night but I say the only bikes that will get across to Bossu Rd from Birdlings Flat by the beach need to be light and well knobblied in the tyre department to avoid a lot of pushing and pulling.
You should stop the group there while you take the DR350 across and back for a laugh (and it may well make it ok if you can keep the momentum up enough not to sink up to your axels in stones) and then everyone can head over via Little river.

Peeteey

1st June 2011, 20:01

I am vanning down in Gearldiene for Saturday night but I say the only bikes that will get across to Bossu Rd from Birdlings Flat by the beach need to be light and well knobblied in the tyre department to avoid a lot of pushing and pulling.
You should stop the group there while you take the DR350 across and back for a laugh (and it may well make it ok if you can keep the momentum up enough not to sink up to your axels in stones) and then everyone can head over via Little river.

It's a shame you'll be away.
I kinda remember that beach, I wasn't going to tell the road bikers about the stones until we got there :D
I was really, just thought it could be fun for any off roaders or gung ho roadies ...

I've been quite keen to see the roads up the top of that hill for a while now, want to explore my back yard a bit more :yes:

Buyasta

1st June 2011, 21:10

It's a shame you'll be away.
I kinda remember that beach, I wasn't going to tell the road bikers about the stones until we got there :D
I was really, just thought it could be fun for any off roaders or gung ho roadies ...

I've been quite keen to see the roads up the top of that hill for a while now, want to explore my back yard a bit more :yes:

You don't have to go across from Birdlings Flat, you can also turn right just as you get in to Little River and take Kinloch rd to get up there - a few of us went up that way back in February, although we took Jubilee rd down into Wainui, rather than continuing straight along Bossu, which was a mistake, as Jubilee is extremely steep, and although continuing along Bossu there is also a rather steep section, it's on the way up rather than down.

I took care of that errand today, so I can do any time on Saturday, so we can do meet at 11, leave at 11:30 like we normally do on Sunday rides, or whatever suits everyone best.

Flip

1st June 2011, 21:50

I am vanning down in Gearldiene for Saturday night but I say the only bikes that will get across to Bossu Rd from Birdlings Flat by the beach need to be light and well knobblied in the tyre department to avoid a lot of pushing and pulling.
You should stop the group there while you take the DR350 across and back for a laugh (and it may well make it ok if you can keep the momentum up enough not to sink up to your axels in stones) and then everyone can head over via Little river.

I got my very light V8 landrover with big tires across there one day, can't say I would ever want to do it again.

gloplg

1st June 2011, 22:14

Well, if it's a nice clear day and if people felt like a wee bit more dirt, could do above Little River on the other side of Lake Forsyth Here (http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=-43.822267,172.798204&spn=0.053256,0.132093&t=h&z=14&lci=com.panoramio.all,com.google.webcams)

We can get to it by going over the beach at Birldings flat or via Little River itself.

Could be some great scenery if it's a nice day and not blowing a gale ... :)

Wotsayu?

P

Going via Little River sounds like a goer. Timing as suggested by Buyasta??????????

Peeteey

1st June 2011, 23:55

Sounds good to me! If you're meeting in town, let me know which way you'll go and I'll meet you either at Gov Bay or the Blue Duck, depending on which way you're heading out.

Still have a weeks warrant on the DR, better make use of it! :yes:

KiwiPhoenix

2nd June 2011, 09:27

Hope you all have fun and please stay safe!

Peeteey

2nd June 2011, 16:32

Hope you all have fun and please stay safe!

Well I was going to ride blindfolded and hate every minute of it but, seeing as its you, ok, we'll have fun. But only for you you understand ...

Have a good time at the Brass, will be thinking of you all from my warm, cozy house :)

Peeteey

2nd June 2011, 16:33

On a side note, has anyone heard from, or seen, Dave3362? None of his numbers listed on KB work and I'm not sure if I have the right email ...
Anyone have contact details for him? I've had no reply via KB messaging.

Cheers!

KiwiPhoenix

2nd June 2011, 17:41

Well I was going to ride blindfolded and hate every minute of it but, seeing as its you, ok, we'll have fun. But only for you you understand ...

Have a good time at the Brass, will be thinking of you all from my warm, cozy house :)

I will try!! :laugh: although as I pick up my badge I'll think of you with none!! :bleh:

I'm sure you'll have a horrible time at the weekend with all the riding :rofl:

Stay safe!

Ps Not heard from Dave3362 either, will text him and see if I get a reply!

Peeteey

2nd June 2011, 17:49

Ps Not heard from Dave3362 either, will text him and see if I get a reply!

I don't think the number he has listed here on KB works. I tried it a while back and it said Disconnected.

BornAgainBiker

2nd June 2011, 17:52

Peeteey

2nd June 2011, 18:56

Would like to have gone on either one of these outings, its been a few years since I have done any of the rallys, but I have to go to Aus tomorrow to visit a very ill brother, but I think I have the prioritys correct in this case.:(

Shit, sorry to hear that man! I hope he recovers from what ever it is, nothing's more important than family I reckon. I'm sure it'd be good just to have you there.
Once he's better, bring him out and we can all go for a ride! :)

BornAgainBiker

2nd June 2011, 19:41

Shit, sorry to hear that man! I hope he recovers from what ever it is, nothing's more important than family I reckon. I'm sure it'd be good just to have you there.
Once he's better, bring him out and we can all go for a ride! :)

Thank for those thoughts Peeteey, but unfortunately its the big C, and docs have stopped treatment as they say it has gone to far. He is positive though and told them he didnt want to know how long he has as he said he is still fighting it mentally. So thats a good positive. I had planed on him coming over to get him out for a Deer or Tahr hunt but it appears he wouldn't be up to it. Cheers again Peeteey.
Look forward to getting out on a outing soon with some of the members here.:yes:

McWild

3rd June 2011, 00:35

Well I was going to ride blindfolded and hate every minute of it but, seeing as its you, ok, we'll have fun. But only for you you understand ...

Have a good time at the Brass, will be thinking of you all from my warm, cozy house :)

It's all good man, there's a bunch of us that ride blindfolded all the time, you can just tag along with us!

Although if you want real credit you have to tape your right hand in the full throttle position too. More fun that way anyway!

Peeteey

3rd June 2011, 02:07

Although if you want real credit you have to tape your right hand in the full throttle position too. More fun that way anyway!

Pfff, if you want a real challenge, tape your left hand to the throttle! :yes:

Peeteey

4th June 2011, 01:13

So are people riding tomorrow and if so, which way are you getting to Little River?

Either way I could meet you on the main road to Little River just after 12 ish, in a spot where we can't miss each other.
Unfortunately I'm not feeling so flash right now so may have to bail. Such a shame, really feel like a ride too but we'll have to see tomorrow morning. If I'm there I'm there, if not I'm not and you'll just have to show me pictures of the trip later.

Smooches.

Buyasta

4th June 2011, 01:13

Sadly I can't make it after all, although the forecast makes it appear that might not be such a loss.

Hope you all have fun if you do go for a ride!

gloplg

4th June 2011, 09:15

I will head down to BK at about 11.00 and see who is there.

Will go through Governors Bay, might see you there Pete about 11.45ish????

leopardskin

4th June 2011, 10:00

not a well boy this morning so can't do it today - not a bad day for a ride too :facepalm:

KiwiPhoenix

4th June 2011, 10:07

Seems there is a few bugs going round! Take care of yourselves peeps!

As for the weather, get out there! I rode in the cold and fog, my hands certainly felt it! All heated up now!

Safe riding for you that do go out!

gloplg

4th June 2011, 13:33

Had a nice ride. Didn't see anyone I knew though:facepalm::crybaby::crybaby:

Peeteey

4th June 2011, 18:17

Had a nice ride. Didn't see anyone I knew though:facepalm::crybaby::crybaby:

Aww, sorry G, was tucked up in bed not feeling so flash.
Was it my imagination or did I wake up to the sound of a bike disappearing down my drive?

gloplg

4th June 2011, 22:38

Aww, sorry G, was tucked up in bed not feeling so flash.
Was it my imagination or did I wake up to the sound of a bike disappearing down my drive?

If it sounded like a small Vtwin then yes it is possible ..................... :violin::violin::shit::blink::innocent::innocent:: innocent:

Peeteey

4th June 2011, 23:23

If it sounded like a small Vtwin then yes it is possible ..................... :violin::violin::shit::blink::innocent::innocent:: innocent:

Funnily enough it sounded red ...
Sorry if you were knocking, I was out to it!

Next time, knock louder, you're always welcome!

Autech

5th June 2011, 13:26

Hello, moving down to ChCh from Hamilton, soon as my bike gets here I'd love to get some rides in with some local chaps, do you fit the bill?

So background is I've been riding quite a while, not far off the goal of a full license. Only a few months to go :drinkup:

KiwiPhoenix

6th June 2011, 09:34

gloplg

6th June 2011, 12:11

Funnily enough it sounded red ...
Sorry if you were knocking, I was out to it!

Next time, knock louder, you're always welcome!

What does red sound like:devil2::devil2:maybe I should have :mobile::mobile:!!!!

Peeteey

6th June 2011, 15:41

Of course we do!! :laugh: Good luck with the Full! Just got mine last week!

Speaking of that, how was the Brass? Any pictures for us?

What does red sound like:devil2::devil2:maybe I should have :mobile::mobile:!!!!

Maybe i should add, anytime after lunch:yes:

CeeJay

6th June 2011, 20:52

Speaking of that, how was the Brass? Any pictures for us?...

Here ya go...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/album.php?albumid=4070

KiwiPhoenix

7th June 2011, 10:14

Speaking of that, how was the Brass? Any pictures for us?

Here ya go...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/album.php?albumid=4070

There ya go!! Was a good weekend, still tired and sore!

Peeteey

9th June 2011, 21:38

There ya go!! Was a good weekend, still tired and sore!

Looks odd without snow ...

FJRider

9th June 2011, 22:08

Looks odd without snow ...

NEXT year ... :yes:

Peeteey

9th June 2011, 22:24

NEXT year ... :yes:

Which means I really should have gone this year! :D
But alas, 'twas not to be. Maybe next year ...

KiwiPhoenix

10th June 2011, 08:12

Looks odd without snow ...

It was very strange indeed! Cruza was wearing a rugby top all night and wasn't cold :shit: (perhaps the alcohol had something to do with that :rofl:)

Will post up a ride report in my blog later!

Peeteey

11th June 2011, 16:53

With all this lovely, i.e. not pissing down, weather, anyone keen on a pootle tomorrow?

Also, has anyone heard from Dave3362 yet? It's like he's vanished ...

Peeteey

11th June 2011, 16:57

Also, has anyone heard from Dave3362 yet? It's like he's vanished ...

Looks like he's removed his phone numbers from his KB info page too but they didn't work last time I tried to call them.
He's also logged into KB last Tuesday. Hmm.

Where are you Dave? Getting a bit worried now ...

Gareth123

11th June 2011, 17:27

Yip I'm keen!

Where and what time?

Peeteey

11th June 2011, 19:19

Yip I'm keen!

Where and what time?

Ha, I hadn't thought that far. Depending on who is coming, I could be keen on something out your way as I'd like to go visit Dad afterwards in Loburn. Any nice rides out there I don't know about?
What about Ashley Forest? must be nice nice tracks in there to explore ...

KiwiPhoenix

11th June 2011, 21:57

Have fun folks and ride safe! I've got a bike in need of some TLC and my ankle is in need of some rest!

LBD

11th June 2011, 23:22

So...where from and what time are the Sunday rides departing now?

Peeteey

11th June 2011, 23:38

Yip I'm keen!

Where and what time?

I never knew you had a CM 400! Like this one?
http://images.mautofied.com/adphotos/10072689_2009530163029.jpg

I want, I want!

Peeteey

11th June 2011, 23:49

Yip I'm keen!

Where and what time?

So...where from and what time are the Sunday rides departing now?

I think I might pike out tomorrow and get stuff done around the house like start swapping wheels around on the DR getting it ready for its new tyres in preparation for the Oxford Trail ride coming up soon.

Unless you guys felt like doing a ride 'round the bays, then I could join you for a quick jaunt AND get stuff done!

I'll try to check here about 11 tomorrow and see what the consensus is, if there's no replies I'll assume everyone is otherwise engaged.

Gareth123

12th June 2011, 02:14

I never knew you had a CM 400! Like this one?
http://images.mautofied.com/adphotos/10072689_2009530163029.jpg

I want, I want!

Had it for a while. I bought it off my Dad. He won't hand over the keys though until I have my full license. It looks more like this... http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h124/suzukirider55832/1235622383.jpg

LBD

12th June 2011, 02:59

Unless you guys felt like doing a ride 'round the bays, then I could join you for a quick jaunt AND get stuff done!

I'll try to check here about 11 tomorrow and see what the consensus is, if there's no replies I'll assume everyone is otherwise engaged.

Sorry I was planing ahead to Sundays the 3rd or 10th July, when I am back in nz for a break....and get to ride my new mts....that was stuck in the red zone for my last break.

I will watch this thread.

Peeteey

12th June 2011, 07:07

Sorry I was planing ahead to Sundays the 3rd or 10th July, when I am back in nz for a break....and get to ride my new mts....that was stuck in the red zone for my last break.

I will watch this thread.

So you're not kidding about being in kyrgyztan then? I thought you were just being silly :yes:

Its 7am and I'm still awake so looks like I'm out for any riding today. Sun 3rd is a trail ride in Oxford but the 10th could be a go ..

KiwiPhoenix

12th June 2011, 11:36

Had it for a while. I bought it off my Dad. He won't hand over the keys though until I have my full license. It looks more like this... http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h124/suzukirider55832/1235622383.jpg

I like that!! Very sweet looking bike.

Gareth123

12th June 2011, 12:17

Sun 3rd is a trail ride in Oxford but the 10th could be a go ..

Please tell me more. I have a KLR that I'd like to get off the asphalt and onto the dirt.

Transalper

12th June 2011, 18:19

Please tell me more. I have a KLR that I'd like to get off the asphalt and onto the dirt.

Last years Oxford trailride on youtube (here) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsESXKC68IE)
It's not an adventure ride, it's a proper trailride, KLR isn't really suitable but if you start watching and posting in the Adventure Forum you should be able to get some local Adventure action going.

BornAgainBiker

12th June 2011, 18:43

Last years Oxford trailride on youtube (here) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsESXKC68IE)
It's not an adventure ride, it's a proper trailride, KLR isn't really suitable but if you start watching and posting in the Adventure Forum you should be able to get some local Adventure action going.

Bugger, Looks like fun too, but I don't think the 900 fireblade would appreciate having knoblys thrown on her :lol: and I think I would be told off if I turned up with my D/Cab hilux with the muddies on:mad: mental note..Must get another dirt bike again.:drool:

Peeteey

12th June 2011, 20:39

Please tell me more. I have a KLR that I'd like to get off the asphalt and onto the dirt.

but if you start watching and posting in the Adventure Forum you should be able to get some local Adventure action going.

I'm always keen for wee semi off road excursions! I think it'd be nice to explore some areas that are off the beaten track, like the Ashley Forest out near you Gareth. Must be some nice tracks up there ...

Transalper

12th June 2011, 22:21

I'm always keen for wee semi off road excursions! I think it'd be nice to explore some areas that are off the beaten track, like the Ashley Forest out near you Gareth. Must be some nice tracks up there ...

I thought the Ashley Forrest was generally all locked up but don't know for sure.
There are some roads I think run in to dead ends or locked gates I wouldn't mind going to the end for a look.
The Lees Valley kind of touches on the edge of the Ashley and the road in from Amberley to Lake Janet runs into the Ashley Forrest and is open at times but not always. That has a locked gate a bit past Lake Janet.
Again the whole topic would be better placed in the Adventure Forum where those in the know might see it.
I have a bit of free time over the next month or so but can't really afford to fill the gas tank too often in that time.

Gareth123

13th June 2011, 15:51

Last years Oxford trailride on youtube (here) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsESXKC68IE)
It's not an adventure ride, it's a proper trailride, KLR isn't really suitable but if you start watching and posting in the Adventure Forum you should be able to get some local Adventure action going.

There looks like there is a lot of mud:( If I went I'm assuming I'd have a fair bit of trouble.

I shall think a bit more, I'd hate to drop the thing, it weighs a ton!

gloplg

13th June 2011, 22:33

I hope everyone came through today's shake ok. Scary stuff!!!!!!

BornAgainBiker

13th June 2011, 22:52

I hope everyone came through today's shake ok. Scary stuff!!!!!!

Yep all good here, wife and kids accounted for. I was in my garage when they both hit putting together some shelfing and had to run out and hold onto the bike twice, for the fear of it falling over as the drive is a pea gravel.:crazy:

Gareth123

14th June 2011, 01:06

...and had to run out and hold onto the bike twice, for the fear of it falling over as the drive is a pea gravel.:crazy:

Glad to see you have your priorities in order:2thumbsup

KiwiPhoenix

14th June 2011, 08:48

All good here, yeah first thing I checked after making sure MinxiMe was ok was the bikes! All good, thankfully!

Anyone heard from MaxF, Peeteey, Dave3362??

Peeteey

14th June 2011, 23:47

The Lees Valley kind of touches on the edge of the Ashley and the road in from Amberley to Lake Janet runs into the Ashley Forrest and is open at times but not always. That has a locked gate a bit past Lake Janet.

That sounds good! Have you been up the Lees Valley much? Sounds like it could be fun.
I also still haven't explored the hills above Little River! I'll get there one day.

On Sunday Transalper came round and helped me pull the back wheel off the DR and change sprockets etc. I have 2 back rims and was getting one set for the new dirt tyre (all on now with rim lock) and getting the other rim ready for the old tyre and will become the road wheel.

TA jokingly said "Are you sure you want to leave the bike jacked up like this with no back wheel?" as it was balancing on its paddock stand.
I said "No worries, the shaking seems to be dying out now, haven't had a good one for ages!"

Lo and behold!

All the bikes stayed up including the DR. Just. The left fork was only holding on to the stand by about 3mm. If it had come off that side it would have fallen on the Katana. That was my biggest fear. Whew!

All good here, yeah first thing I checked after making sure MinxiMe was ok was the bikes! All good, thankfully!

Anyone heard from MaxF, Peeteey, Dave3362??

YOU'VE heard from me, you silly bugger!

I finally got in touch with Dave a few days before the shake. I'll send him another email now ...

I was in town for yesterdays shakes. Quite different to being in bed which is where I was for the last two ...
The wee kids at school seemed to find it all very exciting!

KiwiPhoenix

15th June 2011, 09:56

YOU'VE heard from me, you silly bugger!

I finally got in touch with Dave a few days before the shake. I'll send him another email now ...

I was in town for yesterdays shakes. Quite different to being in bed which is where I was for the last two ...
The wee kids at school seemed to find it all very exciting!

Posted this before I heard from you!! :girlfight:

Glad to hear Dave is ok! How about everyone else??

Buyasta

15th June 2011, 13:20

All the bikes stayed up including the DR. Just. The left fork was only holding on to the stand by about 3mm. If it had come off that side it would have fallen on the Katana. That was my biggest fear. Whew!

Good to hear, given how close you are to the epicenter it really seems to stretch the realms of probability a bit that none of your bikes went over in this or the February quake, particularly if you had the DR up on a paddock stand at the time, so I'd seriously consider picking up a lotto ticket or two if I was you.

How did your guitars and basses fare?.. I've taken to keeping my guitars in slightly more earthquake-friendly positions so they can't fall and nothing can fall on them, but I've only got a pair of cheap ones, I imagine that with a more extensive collection of nicer ones your collection must be a tad more nerve-wracking.

Also I hope there was no further damage to your house?.. Had you had the rest of the brick cladding pulled down and the weatherboard put up yet, or were you still waiting on EQC/whoever?

Transalper

15th June 2011, 19:07

That sounds good! Have you been up the Lees Valley much? Sounds like it could be fun....
I've been there quite a few (or a lot) times, it is a nice ride with a few small 'almost challenges'. It will be a good warm up for cooneyr's CCC loop that's in the pipeline for the not to distant future.

So Lees Valley when??

Peeteey

16th June 2011, 01:22

Posted this before I heard from you!! :girlfight:

Hee hee, I figured that must have been the case but couldn't resist :D

Good to hear, given how close you are to the epicenter it really seems to stretch the realms of probability a bit that none of your bikes went over in this or the February quake, particularly if you had the DR up on a paddock stand at the time, so I'd seriously consider picking up a lotto ticket or two if I was you.

How did your guitars and basses fare?.. I've taken to keeping my guitars in slightly more earthquake-friendly positions so they can't fall and nothing can fall on them, but I've only got a pair of cheap ones, I imagine that with a more extensive collection of nicer ones your collection must be a tad more nerve-wracking.

Also I hope there was no further damage to your house?.. Had you had the rest of the brick cladding pulled down and the weatherboard put up yet, or were you still waiting on EQC/whoever?

I think a lotto ticket or two is a good idea tho I must remember to win this time ...
I was very, very relieved when I opened the door of the garage to see them all patiently waiting for me ...

Instruments were all fine again too, thankfully. I mainly have cheap ones too but still, can't afford to replace them! Most of them are under the bed still from the first quake, the precious ones anyhoo.

House is all good, one cracked window (two cracked occupants!) and the fireplace, which is stone, finally came down right into the cat food :) Luckily she was sleeping on the couch at the time ...

I've been there quite a few (or a lot) times, it is a nice ride with a few small 'almost challenges'. It will be a good warm up for cooneyr's CCC loop that's in the pipeline for the not to distant future.

So Lees Valley when??

CCC loop? Sounds interesting. If he's planning it, it'll be fun, where's it go?
As for lees valley, I'm keen for any time. Busy this Sun, maybe weekend of the 26th? Either Sat or Sun is fine with me, maybe depends on weather? Would give Gareth a good chance to stretch his legs on the KLR ...
Or should we leave it 'till after the trail ride on the 3rd? Would give us more time to put it up on the adventure thread and maybe round up a few extra troops.
Would also mean I don't have to change my rear wheel again either ;)

Transalper

16th June 2011, 09:54

mmm, bit tricky... leaving it until after the Trailride would mean you have more front tyre to work with on the Trail ride and that will be important on this one.
Will keep an eye on the river level but even an in and out trip will be good.
If we wait too long the river is likely to rise or the snow may come which can make it impassable.

CCC loop is a slightly less regular ride we do, it Leaves Christchurch (the first C) goes up to Motunau then hits shingle and dirt with a short patch of downhill mud on the way to Gore Bay then out to Cheviot (the second C). Then crosses another un maintained clay road and comes out in Culverden (the third C) and down via Ram Paddock road to pass slightly inland behind Amberley and finally back on to seal road for the home stretch.
Do a search you'll find a thread or two on the ride and at least one youtube video of bits of it by ryan... (here on youtube). (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU4mL29TCOM)

Pete88

17th June 2011, 20:26

is there a ride this Sunday? Newish to NZ (Jan) and bikes just arrived. Any News would be good but not sure on the pass out just yet..

Pete

KiwiPhoenix

17th June 2011, 22:47

is there a ride this Sunday? Newish to NZ (Jan) and bikes just arrived. Any News would be good but not sure on the pass out just yet..

Pete

Welcome to KB and NZ! Where have you come from?? I hail from Scotland, been here almost 6 years!

I'm sure someone will be on later to post up something, I maybe along on Sunday depends on my ankle and whether DP is going into work, if he does, I'll come along in the car to see you all!

Flip

18th June 2011, 10:31

Well I am keen on tagging along on the Lees valley run but I will bring the landrover.
I have killed the side car and my other bikes drive belt is not suitable for gravel roads.

KiwiPhoenix

18th June 2011, 12:23

Well I am keen on tagging along on the Lees valley run but I will bring the landrover.
I have killed the side car and my other bikes drive belt is not suitable for gravel roads.

Got room for a passenger (who will bring along some cupcakes!!) Ankle is still playing up so have to limit myself to the 250 for a couple of weeks!

Flip

18th June 2011, 17:23

Got room for a passenger (who will bring along some cupcakes!!) Ankle is still playing up so have to limit myself to the 250 for a couple of weeks!

You are on, or in. Should I bring a trailer, what do folk think?

FJRider

18th June 2011, 17:53

You are on, or in. Should I bring a trailer, what do folk think?

Put her in the trailer and she'll eat ALL the cup cakes ... :killingme

cup cakes .... YUM ... :drool:

KiwiPhoenix

18th June 2011, 18:48

You are on, or in. Should I bring a trailer, what do folk think?

Wouldn't hurt too, but just depends on how many wanna come!

Put her in the trailer and she'll eat ALL the cup cakes ... :killingme

cup cakes .... YUM ... :drool:

Cheeky bugger, I wouldn't eat them all! I owe Flip some, he keeps missing them when I make them! You should come up and try them!

KiwiPhoenix

18th June 2011, 18:56

Ok, so forecast is saying showers. I'm taking MinxiMe out for a drive so depending on whether you guys are planning on riding depends on whether I meet you at the carpark. So what are you planning?

chainsawbike

18th June 2011, 20:52

im in :)

(bk moorehouse @11 right? )

Peeteey

18th June 2011, 21:10

Ok, so forecast is saying showers. I'm taking MinxiMe out for a drive so depending on whether you guys are planning on riding depends on whether I meet you at the carpark. So what are you planning?

You are on, or in. Should I bring a trailer, what do folk think?

Righto, just making sure we're all on the same page, the Lees Valley ride is being planned for NEXT weekend, not THIS weekend i.e. tomorrow.
As for the trailer flip, that's totally up to you. If you were cool with bringing it I'd love to put my bike in it for the drive out and back if that'd be ok ...
If it'll spoil your drive having it attached, then no worries and I'll just have to harden the f:mad:k up.

:D

Pete88

18th June 2011, 21:52

Peeteey

18th June 2011, 22:48

Thanks for the Hello Kiwiphoenix. Originally from the UK. I've shipped out a ZX636 AND CBR600 03 (CatD) track bike.

Presumably meeting at 11am at Burger King on Moorhouse. Not sure on where your going and may be out with the family on push bikes later so depends on the weather and ride I suppose.

Any more info would be helpful. Either way looking forward to catching up.

Pete

G'day Pete, welcome to NZ! You've gotta love your bikes to ship them all the way out here ...

I won't be joining people tomorrow if a ride happens, have a lunch appointment with some old friends I haven't seen in a while.

If you do go, have a great ride. Some of the roads are really cut up again so watch out, tho the good side is the boy racers will be mainly stuck at home again! :2thumbsup

Ciao,

Pete (the original!) :D

Pete88

19th June 2011, 08:13

Thanks for the Advice Pete(the original)! Enjoy your lunch out. I may just pop out for an hour or two as there doesn't seem to be much interest and the weathers not that great...

Thanks again

Pete

schrodingers cat

19th June 2011, 08:59

Weathers nice today...

KiwiPhoenix

19th June 2011, 09:53

Righto, just making sure we're all on the same page, the Lees Valley ride is being planned for NEXT weekend, not THIS weekend i.e. tomorrow.
As for the trailer flip, that's totally up to you. If you were cool with bringing it I'd love to put my bike in it for the drive out and back if that'd be ok ...
If it'll spoil your drive having it attached, then no worries and I'll just have to harden the f:mad:k up.

:D

I knew that! :laugh: although I suspect the real reason you want to jump in the jeep may have something to do with cupcakes! :nya:

Pete88, cool! We'll see you out there soon!

Weather is looking very .... foggy! I'm still planning a drive, going to head out to Oxford, if anyone is interested, there is room in the car if anyone wanna come! If I don't see anything I'll assume you're all out for today and see you next weekend!

schrodingers cat

19th June 2011, 18:08

Ride Report

Home - Sunny
BK - Foggy but total of 3 sports bikes so what the hey
Dyers - Sunny and lots o dry patchs.
Wheatsheaft - cloudy but ever the optimist hoping over the pass would be clear to Little River.

FAIL

Gebbes - pea soup. Change the plan to Tai Tapu pub for chips, drinks and lies.

Better the no ride at all. :killingme

KiwiPhoenix

20th June 2011, 09:16

Weather was shit in Chch, we ended up in Kaikoura for fish and chips. Weather was lovely up there, clouds hanging about the mountains though. Came home and it was a drizzly rain!

CeeJay

20th June 2011, 12:21

Stylo & me rode to Lil river about lunch time. Misty but no wind or rain. Saw about 20 others but didn't spot any of our diehard crew... :) Came back over Gebbies, Dyers - no one at Wheatsheaf...

Pete88

20th June 2011, 20:18

Three off us made it to the BK. Craig, Olly and Myself. Good ride over to Dyers and into Governors bay but misty and foggy there after. Had a beer and chips in Tai-Tapo. Great to get out but a bit rusty, just found out my bikes haven't cleared customs yet! Working next weekend so won't be out but have a good trip.

Peeteey

21st June 2011, 02:58

KiwiPhoenix

21st June 2011, 08:26

I took the car!

Me too!

So what's the plan for the Lees Valley run on Sunday, have to make notes for DP!

Transalper

21st June 2011, 19:10

...So what's the plan for the Lees Valley run on Sunday, have to make notes for DP!

Lees Valley/Okuku pass shingle/dirt/mud/river crossings ride... this Sunday.
Peeteey and flip are hooking up around 11am with the 4 wheel drive.
Then hooking up with Gareth123 at his place.
I trust you'll be able to tee up your hook up with Flip.
Then the final gathering point will be departing the Mobil station, 19 Ashley Street, Rangiora at midday.
I continued that topic here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133817-Looking-for-Christchurch-Adv-Rides?p=1130091331#post1130091331) where i now see interest by several other adv bike owners.

This should not stop the sealed road riders doing the usual from BK at 11 or what ever they usually do.

Peeteey

21st June 2011, 21:39

This should not stop the sealed road riders doing the usual from BK at 11 or what ever they usually do.

They can ride out there with us!

Ollie.T

25th June 2011, 00:17

As I'm not too keen to ride the dirt tracks ;) is anyone else keen for a ride on Sunday?

schrodingers cat

25th June 2011, 11:00

As I'm not too keen to ride the dirt tracks ;) is anyone else keen for a ride on Sunday?

Forecast looks unexpectedly good tomorrow - p'haps we could get that lil River, hilltop carve ride done.

Doubtless wife will be on her horse tomorrow so no worries getting a leave pass

Nine

25th June 2011, 16:01

Yeah, I'm keen for a road bike ride tomorrow, just finished my last exam today so I'm all for a ride if it is a good day.

The Lone Rider

25th June 2011, 16:26

I'm keen for a road ride as well, someone PM me some confirmed details once somebody decides for everyone else.

schrodingers cat

25th June 2011, 18:46

Its like this. I'm going for a ride unless I wake up and its raining, in which case I'll do housework.
I'll swing by BK around 10-55am and wait for a bit. Some company would be good but I'm riding anyhoo

I'm never much on Akoroa itself but I do like playing up and down the hill interspersed with coffee and muffins.

Transalper

26th June 2011, 09:32

Bit of rain this morning, supposed to get better through the day, the adventure ride is still on.

schrodingers cat

26th June 2011, 10:20

Wet roads - no fun. (Less fun)
Might wait til later in the afty

KiwiPhoenix

26th June 2011, 10:42

Bit of rain this morning, supposed to get better through the day, the adventure ride is still on.

Great to hear!! All ready and waiting (patiently??) for my lift!! See you soon!

Have a great ride if you do go out guys, ride safe!

Peeteey

26th June 2011, 22:58

We had a great ride out to Lees Valley today! 7 bikes and one sexy beast of a landrover. Beaut day for it with spectacular views along the way. Pics and video to come.

Speaking of video, could i get a copy of everyones video so i can make a Youtube clip with all our combined footage? Would be great! Am more than happy to come and collect ...

The Lone Rider

26th June 2011, 23:17

Wet roads - no fun. (Less fun)
Might wait til later in the afty

I didn't even wake up until 13:30 :facepalm:

Autech

27th June 2011, 18:30

So what's the date of the next road ride? Mega keen :rockon:

KiwiPhoenix

27th June 2011, 18:36

So what's the date of the next road ride? Mega keen :rockon:

Run most Sundays, meet at BK, Moorhouse Ave @ 11am, depending on the weather, a few turn up!

Flip

27th June 2011, 20:51

Peeteey

27th June 2011, 22:17

No probs. If I can work it out I can drop in after work tomorow(tues) on the way home.

Ok, that would be cool except I don't get home 'till about 8.
I'd be a bit iffy about leaving a hdd outside for you to take but I could leave my card reader and a couple of cards in a gumboot for you to copy yours onto, then drop them off next time you go past, or I could swing round one evening if you're not going past in the next week.
How's that sound?
Thanks again for the trailering yesterday, really appreciate it! Ride was great fun and I'm not even sore :)

Flip

28th June 2011, 18:35

Ok, that would be cool except I don't get home 'till about 8.
I'd be a bit iffy about leaving a hdd outside for you to take but I could leave my card reader and a couple of cards in a gumboot for you to copy yours onto, then drop them off next time you go past, or I could swing round one evening if you're not going past in the next week.
How's that sound?
Thanks again for the trailering yesterday, really appreciate it! Ride was great fun and I'm not even sore :)

You are most welcome. I just left the camera with your Boss, I will pick it up on Saturday. Me and anything electronic just don't work well together, I can fix an ignition problem on a v8 motor on the side of the road but I have a really big mental block when it comes to modern electronics.

Did you get wet when we went through that first big puddle?

Peeteey

28th June 2011, 21:26

Did you get wet when we went through that first big puddle?

:angry: ... :yes: ... :violin: ... :laugh:

KiwiPhoenix

28th June 2011, 21:34

:angry: ... :yes: ... :violin: ... :laugh:

Good to hear!! :rofl:

Flip

29th June 2011, 18:33

:angry: ... :yes: ... :violin: ... :laugh:

Is it on the your video?:shutup::shutup::shutup:

JMemonic

29th June 2011, 19:44

Peeteey

29th June 2011, 21:33

I heard a rumour today that indicates Evans pass road my not be reopened due to the over hanging rock and future risks, ok sure this is just a rumour at this stage but the have place a large gate and fencing on the Lyttelton side with a fairly permanent post mounted in the centre of the road.

Looks like we may have lost this piece of road for the foreseeable future.

Yep, unfortunately I've heard the same thing from the family of one of the senior workers up there. It's just too unstable now, so they say.
No more Evans Pass ... Sniff ...

I wonder about the Summit road?

Peeteey

29th June 2011, 21:33

Is it on the your video?:shutup::shutup::shutup:

Yep, and yours too I see :D

cruza

29th June 2011, 21:58

Yep, unfortunately I've heard the same thing from the family of one of the senior workers up there. It's just too unstable now, so they say.
No more Evans Pass ... Sniff ...

I wonder about the Summit road?

We'll learn to live without evan's pass, truth be , it's needed serious money spent for years, but as it's only classed as a secondary route , would never get it, be even further down the scale now.
Always been a pain in the arse for road transport/oversized loads from port.

Flip

29th June 2011, 22:07

We'll learn to live without evan's pass, truth be , it's needed serious money spent for years, but as it's only classed as a secondary route , would never get it, be even further down the scale now.
Always been a pain in the arse for road transport/oversized loads from port.

We dragged a 100 tonne LPG storage tank over that road a couple of years ago. I can't think how you could do it otherwise as we would not be able to swing them around the stop sign corner at governess bay. Cut them in half next time I guess.

JMemonic

29th June 2011, 23:43

We dragged a 100 tonne LPG storage tank over that road a couple of years ago. I can't think how you could do it otherwise as we would not be able to swing them around the stop sign corner at governess bay. Cut them in half next time I guess.

And the delays in the tunnel which were sometimes bad enough will continue to get worse.

KiwiPhoenix

30th June 2011, 08:31

Yep, and yours too I see :D

Awesome, oh wait, is there a little girly scream in there?? :blink: If so, I want to point out that it isn't mine, :innocent: it belongs to the leatherclad Tinkerbell!! :rofl:

Bugger about Evans if it is true, I really like that road :shit::bye:

Peeteey

30th June 2011, 17:43

Is it on the your video?:shutup::shutup::shutup:

Awesome, oh wait, is there a little girly scream in there?? :blink: If so, I want to point out that it isn't mine, :innocent: it belongs to the leatherclad Tinkerbell!! :rofl:

You mean this? :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtT4bY6dvO8

KiwiPhoenix

30th June 2011, 18:49

You mean this? :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtT4bY6dvO8

Thankfully it doesn't sound anywhere near as bad as it was! :facepalm: Nice clip though!

Gareth123

30th June 2011, 21:15

I can't wait for this video to come out!

Peeteey

1st July 2011, 18:59

I can't wait for this video to come out!

Me either! :D

KiwiPhoenix

1st July 2011, 20:39

Me either! :D

Taps fingers, well, we are waiting :rofl:

Peeteey

1st July 2011, 20:53

Taps fingers, well, we are waiting :rofl:

I've only got 32 gigs/5 hours of video to sort through, sheesh, hold yer horses!

Won't be for a while, I'll have this trail ride on Sunday to edit too, not to mention actually ride and attempt to recover from it!

KiwiPhoenix

1st July 2011, 21:03

I've only got 32 gigs/5 hours of video to sort through, sheesh, hold yer horses!

Won't be for a while, I'll have this trail ride on Sunday to edit too, not to mention actually ride and attempt to recover from it!

I thought you men could multi-task :rofl:

Peeteey

1st July 2011, 22:59

I thought you men could multi-task :rofl:

Sure but not editing and riding at the same time! Would be bloody cool if I could tho :D
Imagine casually going over a jump whilst synching up audio and video on a laptop on the handlebars ...

Even just having a laptop capable of that would be nice

gloplg

2nd July 2011, 08:02

Imagine casually going over a jump whilst synching up audio and video on a laptop on the handlebars ...

Mmmmmmmmm............ The mind boggles:facepalm::whistle::lol::lol:

Peeteey

2nd July 2011, 19:36

Mmmmmmmmm............ The mind boggles:facepalm::whistle::lol::lol:

Hey G, have you seen my video I made recently in which I was lucky enough to ride Willy's Guzzi 1100?
I now understand why people like Italian bikes!

This one:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTA5Bc4AHvU

FJRider

2nd July 2011, 19:41

I thought you men could multi-task :rofl:

Most males count themselves lucky ... if they can pee AND shit ... at the same time ...

I'm ... very lucky ... :innocent:

gloplg

2nd July 2011, 19:51

I now understand why people like Italian bikes!

I would kill myself on an 1100. That's one of the reasons I have 400's.:facepalm::facepalm:

FJRider

2nd July 2011, 19:56

I would kill myself on an 1100 .... :facepalm::facepalm:

I have a 1200 ... and may die in the attempt to kill myself ... :facepalm:

Peeteey

2nd July 2011, 20:51

I would kill myself on an 1100. That's one of the reasons I have 400's.:facepalm::facepalm:

I actually think I ride better and thus safer on bigger bikes/bikes with more power.
There's nothing so frustrating and a little daunting as needing to lighten the front wheel, on the dirt bike for example, twisting the throttle and having nothing happen.
Ditto needing to make the rear wheel bite down to give you some more control in some twisties ...

Transalper

2nd July 2011, 23:44

Visit this post for my Youtube Lees Valley Video post. (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133817-Looking-for-Christchurch-Adv-Rides?p=1130099627#post1130099627)

BornAgainBiker

3rd July 2011, 00:14

Visit this post for my Youtube Lees Valley Video post. (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/133817-Looking-for-Christchurch-Adv-Rides?p=1130099627#post1130099627)

Good Vid, I will be heading up there this coming weekend for a hunt but wont be taking the fireblade will stick with the D/Cab:woohoo:

Flip

3rd July 2011, 10:44

Crowe and I are heading out to Methven today, we are going out the back way around Lake Ellesmere Rd. Don't think I have time now to get into town for 1130. Might see you all next week.

Gibbo89

7th July 2011, 20:23

gloplg

7th July 2011, 22:28

Hi all,

Hope you guys are doing well, all things considered.

I have been M.I.A for the last few months because my bike stopped going and well... it just sat in the garage not working for long time.

She was picked up and is now all good apparently so I'm picking her up on Saturday and am keen for a ride with you boys and girls if you will let me :innocent:. What's the cover charge these days? Basket of chips?

Where is the ride going? (maybe it's explained on page one of this thread but I only thought to check that just now)

I will hopefully see you people on Sunday if the weather holds up.

It's fair to say I'm chomping at the bit to go for a ride again after not being on a bike for 3 or 4 months.

Peace.

I think it's fair to say that we had wondered what had happened to you. Good to hear you are ok and back to riding again.

I'm working weekends now so will not be riding with you. There seems to be a vacancy for an organiser for the SunRide. Any takers?????????

Less than 3 months to daylight saving and WNR!!!!!!!!!!!