Canterbury: Canterbury Wednesday Night Ride [Archive] - Page 3

Transalper

2nd December 2011, 06:23

Nice sibrit, how far did you get? or just to Arthurs Pass and back?
Love riding the stuff on the other side of the divide (except the sandflies when you stop) but that's probably because I live on this side so don't see it as often.
I think I mentioned the loop which can be varied from Jacksons to skip Greymouth or from Greymouth to include the coastal road to Westport....
(Linky to map) (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Yaldhurst+Road,+Christchurch,+Canterbur y&daddr=Jacksons,+West+Coast+to:Greymouth,+West+Coas t+to:Reefton,+West+Coast+to:Springs+Junction,+Maru ia,+West+Coast+to:Belfast,+Christchurch,+Canterbur y&hl=en&ll=-42.82361,171.99646&spn=2.679311,5.635986&sll=-42.738944,172.089844&sspn=2.682976,5.635986&geocode=FYDnZ_0dtMFICinJ3-SLPfUxbTEHJ75wtEQ4mQ%3BFU3Hc_0dbkA5CilLeiQhmgAvbTE wzXmEhu8ABQ%3BFShCeP0dCng0CilTENVN2T8vbTGgcnmEhu8A BQ%3BFfphff0d5mk-Cik3QTP5-2clbTFwqHmEhu8ABQ%3BFTAFev0deEhDCilNJ7zIWv4vbTFB7a AJNJkCQw%3BFcr8aP0d-hdKCikphTahM4wxbTHgX3mEhu8ABQ&vpsrc=0&mra=ls&t=h&z=8)

There are of course other bigger loops but that one's a nice length, not to big, not to small.

oneofsix

2nd December 2011, 06:29

Welcome to New Zealand, the only country with one lane bridges on major highways :facepalm:

Have they still got the shared one lane road and rail bridges?

been_there

2nd December 2011, 06:50

I think I mentioned the loop which can be varied from Jacksons to skip Greymouth
(Linky to map) (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?saddr=Yaldhurst+Road,+Christchurch,+Canterbur y&daddr=Jacksons,+West+Coast+to:Greymouth,+West+Coas t+to:Reefton,+West+Coast+to:Springs+Junction,+Maru ia,+West+Coast+to:Belfast,+Christchurch,+Canterbur y&hl=en&ll=-42.82361,171.99646&spn=2.679311,5.635986&sll=-42.738944,172.089844&sspn=2.682976,5.635986&geocode=FYDnZ_0dtMFICinJ3-SLPfUxbTEHJ75wtEQ4mQ%3BFU3Hc_0dbkA5CilLeiQhmgAvbTE wzXmEhu8ABQ%3BFShCeP0dCng0CilTENVN2T8vbTGgcnmEhu8A BQ%3BFfphff0d5mk-Cik3QTP5-2clbTFwqHmEhu8ABQ%3BFTAFev0deEhDCilNJ7zIWv4vbTFB7a AJNJkCQw%3BFcr8aP0d-hdKCikphTahM4wxbTHgX3mEhu8ABQ&vpsrc=0&mra=ls&t=h&z=8)

Known as the small block.
TA is right its a nice cruisy day ride.

been_there

2nd December 2011, 07:10

Have they still got the shared one lane road and rail bridges?

Yes sure do, south of Greymouth is one (SH6 Taramaku road-rail bridge) before Kumara Junction. The Hoki bridge was replaced.

oneofsix

2nd December 2011, 07:19

Yes sure do, south of Greymouth is one (SH6 Taramaku road-rail bridge) before Kumara Junction. The Hoki bridge was replaced.

Sweet, the Mrs will be pleased. She was a newish learner driver not confident about reversing, especial in narrow places, when she drove up to it to face a train in the distance, her reaction was "I was here first he should back up". :facepalm: Quick driver change and we were well clear by the time the train came through.
In Auckland and Wellington they complain when the three lane roads get busy.:violin: And they keep falling off them whenever they go rural, like the Coromandal. They don't know what real rural roads are. :facepalm:

Jally Bean

2nd December 2011, 13:31

imdying

2nd December 2011, 13:50

OAB's missus mumbled something about a ride on Sunday, give him a PM.

Jally Bean

2nd December 2011, 14:09

OAB's missus mumbled something about a ride on Sunday, give him a PM.

Awesome thanks - don't know him though - will that be OK?

imdying

2nd December 2011, 14:34

He's awesome and she's lovely, I can't imagine it being a problem.

btw OAB = onearmedbandit

sibrit

2nd December 2011, 17:13

Nice sibrit, how far did you get? or just to Arthurs Pass and back?

Just to the avalanche shelter for a toilet break, then thought "screw it", and rode back. I'd already been riding 3 hours (with breaks), and just couldn't be arsed to keep going. Next time I'll take provisions, and bring my camera and GPS. :facepalm:

Was a tad concerned by the lack of cellular reception out in the boondocks. Castle Hill? Castle friggin middle of nowhere Hill more like.... :zzzz: But nice surroundings. 500 sqm sections for $130,000. The commutes a bitch though.

Think it was about 300km there and back. Not bad for a Thursday ride. :yes:

gloplg

2nd December 2011, 23:32

Is anyone likely to be riding on Sunday? I got to get back on - I've completely losing confidence. I am eyeing my bike like it's a grumpy stallion everytime I walk through the garage... Think I should have kept my GB400 :sweatdrop

Hi JB. Was thinking of a ride on Sunday. Haven't been out for a while. Got cabin fever crossed with the dreaded lurgi.

If anyone is interested 1:00pm BK for 1:30pm depart.

Gareth123

3rd December 2011, 06:46

There is just too much week left at the end of my money. Plus I have to grade the sprogs at karate this Sunday. Have a good ride guys

Transalper

3rd December 2011, 21:40

Just to the avalanche shelter for a toilet break, then thought "screw it", and rode back.....:

Went and did the loop today with J on the back of the Transalp.
Have decided I agree with her in that we like the Lewis Pass better than Arthurs, to me it just seems to be nicer for longer.
Actually even better is the bit between Reefton and Springs Junction, it's a section of road I am tempted to turn around an do again as soon as I've been through it... which makes lunch in Reefton seem like a good idea, going via the Lewis Pass both directions.
You do have to get up toward the Hanmer turnoff on the way up to get to where the good stuff really sets in though... a few boring bits mixed in with the bends before that.

Sunday, I expect I'll be doing some walking as it seems I've emptied my tank a couple of times for this weekend already.
Hope you have a good one anyone who goes riding and maybe catch you again Wednesday of it's not wet.

Transalper

3rd December 2011, 21:45

....Was a tad concerned by the lack of cellular reception out in the boondocks....Yea, it's like that over a lot of the country away from the major towns and cities. Most of the population is covered but most of the country is not.

FJRider

3rd December 2011, 21:47

Actually even better is the bit between Reefton and Springs Junction, it's a section of road I am tempted to turn around an do again as soon as I've been through it... which makes lunch in Reefton seem like a good idea, going via the Lewis Pass both directions.

To Reefton and back to Christchurch IS a nice ride. That 15 km (not to be taken lightly) corner at the Springs end of the Reefton Springs bit ... does need care though ... Heavy vehicles chew up the seal and can leave a loose surface ...

Jally Bean

3rd December 2011, 21:47

Hi JB. Was thinking of a ride on Sunday. Haven't been out for a while. Got cabin fever crossed with the dreaded lurgi.

If anyone is interested 1:00pm BK for 1:30pm depart.

Yes please! Can we switch the rain off now please.

gloplg

3rd December 2011, 23:25

Yes please! Can we switch the rain off now please.

Hmmmmmmmmmmmm....... Sounds like a scheme:innocent::innocent::sunny::sunny:

Jally Bean

4th December 2011, 08:23

Yes please! Can we switch the rain off now please.
Actually sorry just heard that a bunch of friends are riding over to Akaroa from Wheatsheaf car park at 11:30. Couple of us leaving from the Avonhead side of town about 10:30 - I have been promised it is a slow ride. I was looking forward to meeting you Gloplug but the earlier time suits me better. Feel free to join us or I will see you next time.

gloplg

4th December 2011, 15:10

Actually sorry just heard that a bunch of friends are riding over to Akaroa from Wheatsheaf car park at 11:30. Couple of us leaving from the Avonhead side of town about 10:30 - I have been promised it is a slow ride. I was looking forward to meeting you Gloplug but the earlier time suits me better. Feel free to join us or I will see you next time.

No problems JB.

Maxf and I went for a relaxing stroll to the Wheatsheaf:apint: via Halswell and then back to town round the bays. Thanks for the company Max.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup Wind was a bit horrible though.:eek:

Emlyn

4th December 2011, 18:03

Might be time I showed my face on a WNR again.... where are you looking to head this week team? :confused:

gloplg

5th December 2011, 13:44

Might be time I showed my face on a WNR again.... where are you looking to head this week team? :confused:

Working on the assumption that life is what I make it (there I go getting into trouble again:nya::nya:) Where would you like to go this week?????

You realise it's going to rain because I'm not sacrificing myself to work this week.:eek::eek:

Jally Bean

5th December 2011, 14:58

Might be time I showed my face on a WNR again.... where are you looking to head this week team? :confused:

Oh Em we have to get our diaries together - you won't see me this side of Christmas now sorry I have my brother here and we are heading up to Abel Tasman for a start, then who knows. Hope to ride with you soon.

KiwiPhoenix

5th December 2011, 15:49

I'm out again this week, knee still playing up and have to get a follow up done at the GP, besides Nelson rally this weekend so saving my money for that! Have a great ride!

Emlyn

5th December 2011, 16:24

Working on the assumption that life is what I make it (there I go getting into trouble again:nya::nya:) Where would you like to go this week?????

You realise it's going to rain because I'm not sacrificing myself to work this week.:eek::eek:

Gone and got myself an opportunity to see 'A Very Merry Scriptless' this Wed now, then off to the Foo Fighters next Wed... too much!

Better get myself along to a Sunday ride or the year will have passed me by without a catch up with all you folk!!

Oh Em we have to get our diaries together - you won't see me this side of Christmas now sorry I have my brother here and we are heading up to Abel Tasman for a start, then who knows. Hope to ride with you soon.

Yes JB... we need to get co-ordinated for sure! Great to see you on here and getting out and about with this crowd... you can't go wrong :) Enjoy the Abel Tasman!

Em :)

SpeedMonger

5th December 2011, 19:56

:nya::nya:

Yes you did. Isn't that what these threads are for.

How's the bike now???? I do hope this isn't a complication caused by your misadventure a while ago. That would really suck.

Unless it has been caused by you using the bike???? If you left it in the shed the way I do, it would never wear out!!!!:scratch::bs::whistle::wacko::innocent:

All sorted, seems the the font wheel alignment wasn't quite right after it's fork seal repair and disks were rubbing.

cruza

5th December 2011, 20:01

All sorted, seems the the font wheel alignment wasn't quite right after it's fork seal repair and disks were rubbing.

cool. Boys ride to nelson fri morning.......... you know you want tooooo.....:wait:

gloplg

5th December 2011, 21:52

All sorted, seems the the font wheel alignment wasn't quite right after it's fork seal repair and disks were rubbing.

Good to hear!!!! You travel safely now!!!

Jally Bean

6th December 2011, 21:18

Great to see you on here and getting out and about with this crowd... you can't go wrong :) Enjoy the Abel Tasman!

Em :)

yes rode out with others on Sunday - was 'interesting' lol

Peeteey

6th December 2011, 21:44

was 'interesting' lol

Sounds ominous ...

gloplg

6th December 2011, 22:11

Sounds ominous ...

Hmmmmmmmmmm. .......... Speaking of ominous how was gainful employment?????:devil2:

What a lovely night it is out there:not::not: not!!!! I have two bichons that are refusing to go outside, not that I blame them.:baby::baby:

If the weather doesn't improve for tomorrow is anyone interested in Thursday?????

Georged

7th December 2011, 14:09

Hey the weather is better this afternoon than last week. I'm a starter....can't make it Thursday...

gloplg

7th December 2011, 19:42

Peeteey

7th December 2011, 20:14

Four of our number turned up to BK tonight and deciced it was too:cold::cold:. Yes I know I'm a woose, however I'm a warm woose, .......... now.

Thursday night???? If anyone is keen.:scooter::scooter::ride::ride:

Wish I could, got 'things' to do.
I would have turned up tonight but was out for dinner with an old friend, plus, I'm a lazy bastard!

Have fun tomorrow if you go!

gloplg

8th December 2011, 22:52

Sunday????? BK 12:00 for 12:30 depart?????

Vid from last Sunday.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWr6F_GkO-g

Freespaceage

9th December 2011, 19:09

Hey all, it's the annual "6 Fellas Toy Run" to ChCh Hospital Kids Ward this Saturday. It's a good cause and will bring smiles to a lot of sick kids. Hope to see you all there!

For more details: http://events.stuff.co.nz/2011/the-annual-fellas-toy-run-to-chch-hospital-kids-ward/christchurch-city

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Georged

10th December 2011, 10:55

I will try to be there

maxf

10th December 2011, 21:41

Sunday????? BK 12:00 for 12:30 depart?????

Vid from last Sunday.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWr6F_GkO-g

Such a photogenic blob in the middle distance, that's me! :yawn:
I should be OK for 12, will have to see how it goes...

gloplg

10th December 2011, 22:17

Such a photogenic blob in the middle distance, that's me! :yawn:

At least you are recognisable as you, not like the early dot.pete vids, as a mere lighted speck in the distance:lol::killingme

Transalper

11th December 2011, 09:47

At least you are recognisable as you, not like the early dot.pete vids, as a mere lighted speck in the distance:lol::killingme

Just had a look, yep this new method of windowing the rear camera definitely looks better than the shrinking method. :)

Peeteey

11th December 2011, 20:59

At least you are recognisable as you, not like the early dot.pete vids, as a mere lighted speck in the distance:lol::killingme

Hey! :crybaby:

Oh wait, it's true ...

Still, :bleh:

gloplg

12th December 2011, 14:31

Hey! :crybaby:

Oh wait, it's true ...

Still, :bleh:

Awwwwwwwwww!!............. Peeteey:devil2::devil2: We missed you on Sunday. How did the gig go??????

We had a good ride, ........... apart from the wind.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHYFWi8nqQ8

Anyone for:scooter::ride: Akaroa next Sunday??????? Weather permitting:sunny::sunny: of course.

Freespaceage

12th December 2011, 21:55

Awwwwwwwwww!!............. Peeteey:devil2::devil2: We missed you on Sunday. How did the gig go??????

We had a good ride, ........... apart from the wind.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHYFWi8nqQ8

Anyone for:scooter::ride: Akaroa next Sunday??????? Weather permitting:sunny::sunny: of course.

Another nice vid Glo! I'm going to miss this Wednesday's ride again - it's my daughter's birthday, don't think she would be impressed if I went for a ride instead of taking her out to dinner :laugh:

Peeteey

12th December 2011, 21:57

Awwwwwwwwww!!............. Peeteey:devil2::devil2: We missed you on Sunday. How did the gig go??????

Went well thanks, fully booked, were turning people away.
Man am I out of practise tho!
Glad you had a nice ride, was thinking about you guys.

While I think of it:
Anyone have any ideas for Wed?

Peeteey

12th December 2011, 22:02

Another nice vid Glo! I'm going to miss this Wednesday's ride again - it's my daughter's birthday, don't think she would be impressed if I went for a ride instead of taking her out to dinner :laugh:

Why not do both??? Bring her along! Nothing says happy birthday like going for a ride with a bunch of smelly blokes she doesn't know ...

Freespaceage

12th December 2011, 22:21

Why not do both??? Bring her along! Nothing says happy birthday like going for a ride with a bunch of smelly blokes she doesn't know ...

Sounds like a plan, unfortunately though I don't think I can get the whole family (5 of us) on the bike - now if I had a sidecar, maybe I could squeeze them all in.......:buggerd:

gloplg

13th December 2011, 00:09

now if I had a sidecar, maybe I could squeeze them all in.......:buggerd:

Where is Flip when you need him??????

Speeking of the Flip I dug an old vid out last night and ran it through the editer. I'm now spoiled by the good cameras I've got.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I_qWzxHP7Q

Oh yes Flip, he is on vid, along with Mrs Flip.

Peeteey

13th December 2011, 01:01

Sounds like a plan, unfortunately though I don't think I can get the whole family (5 of us) on the bike - now if I had a sidecar, maybe I could squeeze them all in.......:buggerd:

I've seen a family of 5 all on a 50cc Honda step through! They seemed very well practised at it, this was in Mexico of course ...
Dad driving, mum sitting sideways on the back holding the youngest, one sitting in front of dad on the tip of the seat and one sitting between dads feet. Cirque du soleil eat your heart out!

So on a bloody great Harley, you have no excuse! You should be able to even get the in laws on ... :D

Freespaceage

13th December 2011, 18:24

I've seen a family of 5 all on a 50cc Honda step through! They seemed very well practised at it, this was in Mexico of course ...
Dad driving, mum sitting sideways on the back holding the youngest, one sitting in front of dad on the tip of the seat and one sitting between dads feet. Cirque du soleil eat your heart out!

So on a bloody great Harley, you have no excuse! You should be able to even get the in laws on ... :D

Hmmm, after much contemplation if they can do it so can I................................................. .... although I think I'll have a problem convincing the family.........:confused:

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Freespaceage

13th December 2011, 18:34

Where is Flip when you need him??????

Speeking of the Flip I dug an old vid out last night and ran it through the editer. I'm now spoiled by the good cameras I've got.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2I_qWzxHP7Q

Oh yes Flip, he is on vid, along with Mrs Flip.

Sheez, I forgot how many riders used to come on our rides - hopefully with great summer days on the way, we get a few more joining. Flip can really ride that Harley!

gloplg

14th December 2011, 10:50

Hmmm, after much contemplation if they can do it so can I................................................. .... although I think I'll have a problem convincing the family.........:confused:

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Well FSA as your pics clearly show, 8 is possible on some machines????? But I notice none is a Harley:no::no::bleh::bleh:

Anyway with the weather as it is you'll all need raincoats.

KiwiPhoenix

14th December 2011, 15:05

Rain seems to have stopped! I'll be along in the car tonight to see if anyone shows!

Peeteey

14th December 2011, 16:37

Well I'm in bed and the cat is holding me hostage so I'm not going anywhere.
Good luck too those braving the elements!

SpeedMonger

14th December 2011, 18:47

Well I'm in bed and the cat is holding me hostage so I'm not going anywhere.
Good luck too those braving the elements!

Meeooww!

Should have bought a submarine rather than a bike methinks......

Peeteey

15th December 2011, 15:10

Should have bought a submarine rather than a bike methinks......

Where's your kiwi ingenuity? Combine the two:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/yutu/5704237000/

SpeedMonger

15th December 2011, 19:20

Maybe I just need a bigger plastic bag and rubber band, preferably a clear one :niceone:

gloplg

15th December 2011, 23:21

Maybe I just need a bigger plastic bag and rubber band, preferably a clear one :niceone:

I thought the "rubber band" you had in your bike was more than large enough to cause you problems from time to time.:innocent::devil2::killingme

Peeteey

16th December 2011, 14:00

:cool:

Weather for Sunday looks like it supposed to rain in the morning then clear.

Anyone keen for a wee pootle?

:niceone:

SpeedMonger

16th December 2011, 19:56

I thought the "rubber band" you had in your bike was more than large enough to cause you problems from time to time.:innocent::devil2::killingme

Yep it's a big one, called a "Power Band" :bleh:

SpeedMonger

16th December 2011, 19:57

:cool:

Weather for Sunday looks like it supposed to rain in the morning then clear.

Anyone keen for a wee pootle?

:niceone:

I'm going riding on Sunday, somewhere, if it isn't wet.

gloplg

16th December 2011, 23:32

Yep it's a big one, called a "Power Band" :bleh:

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. ............. I'll have to give you a very reluctant point for that one Mr Net:laugh::laugh::eek::eek::msn-wink:

Happens the weather is ok on Sunday I was thinking fish and chips in Akaroa.

Peeteey

17th December 2011, 15:07

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. ............. I'll have to give you a very reluctant point for that one Mr Net:laugh::laugh::eek::eek::msn-wink:

Happens the weather is ok on Sunday I was thinking fish and chips in Akaroa.

Bollocks, think I might be out this weekend after all.

Pulled rear wheel off the Kat as it was a bit sticky. Thought it was a seized brake piston, which it was and is now fixed, but discovered the bearings are a bit rumbly/sticky and the brake pads were pretty much non existent. Realised I've never changed the brake pads since buying the bike in 2003-ish. Might have to check the front too ... :facepalm:

The DR is all go but not the nicest for longer rides. The seat is not made for delicate arses ...

maxf

17th December 2011, 18:55

The seat is not made for delicate arses ...

Whose second opinion have you been getting??!... (and how do you calibrate an arse for delicacy?!)

Seriously, should be OK for tomorrow - want to try out another old seat; hope the weather holds.

Peeteey

17th December 2011, 20:22

Whose second opinion have you been getting??!... (and how do you calibrate an arse for delicacy?!)

... My arses opinion is all I need :D

Seriously, should be OK for tomorrow - want to try out another old seat; hope the weather holds.

Yea, not sure if I'll go to akas, maybe part way. Will have to see how things go tomorrow. Got heaps to do, mainly tidying the spare room for sister-in-law coming to stay over xmas. Took me three hours to clear three feet the other day so am doing it in installments ...

maxf

17th December 2011, 22:51

Oh - BTW - what time Sunday? Still doing the 12pm? GP?...

gloplg

17th December 2011, 23:28

... My arses opinion is all I need :D
Yea, not sure if I'll go to akas, maybe part way. Will have to see how things go tomorrow. Got heaps to do, mainly tidying the spare room for sister-in-law coming to stay over xmas. Took me three hours to clear three feet the other day so am doing it in installments ...

You know that "delecate" part of your anatomy, ............ Sounds like you need to get it in gear:bleh::bleh::killingme:killingme

Oh - BTW - what time Sunday? Still doing the 12pm? GP?...

You said it first Maximus:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

gloplg

17th December 2011, 23:36

(and how do you calibrate an arse for delicacy?!)

Don't they use a cattle prod, or something with high voltage. :eek::eek:

It should be a similar process to the one used at the meatworks to test meat for tenderness. Same sort of thing really.:nya::nya:

SpeedMonger

18th December 2011, 09:30

You know that "delecate" part of your anatomy, ............ Sounds like you need to get it in gear:bleh::bleh::killingme:killingme

Maybe some cat treats will get him moving, but not ones with Catnip in them...., you should never ever ride under the influence of catnip. :Police:

SpeedMonger

18th December 2011, 09:38

So what is the weather actually doing over there, the three hourly forecast just says overcast with light rain - all day. On the bright side wednesday is supposed to be fine at last :Punk:

Shoshoni

18th December 2011, 16:44

Good ride today over to aka's for launch not too hot or windy, only three of us turned up at BK what's wrong with you peeps there was on a couple of drops of rain on the way back to town.

maxf

18th December 2011, 17:15

Yep - good ride, finally getting some of my right-turn mojo back, seat re-cover hasn't fallen apart either so that's good too...:Punk:

BTW - sorry for scooting past at LR - just didn't want to end up behind that pickup towing the grotty little boat again, after having been stuck with them all the way from top of the Hill... :facepalm:

Somehow I don't think I'd be allowed out for a ride next Sunday :innocent: so I'm glad this one was a goer! Don't think Weds would be a good idea either - work breakup day with associated liquid consumption IIRC... although I might be tempted if the weathers as good as Jimbo is making out - anyone any ideas for where?

gloplg

18th December 2011, 21:25

BTW - sorry for scooting past at LR - just didn't want to end up behind that pickup towing the grotty little boat again, after having been stuck with them all the way from top of the Hill... :facepalm:

Yes you could have helped me pick the Honda up after I dropped it .................. again:doh::doh:

Peeteey

18th December 2011, 22:28

Yes you could have helped me pick the Honda up after I dropped it .................. again:doh::doh:

Was the Honda making sure gravity was still working? :innocent:

You ok? No knee injuries, by any chance?

SMOKEU

18th December 2011, 22:59

I'm keen to go on WNR, I just don't want to risk taking the old TS185 seeing it's not registered :no: :Police:

I'll have to wait till I get my GSXR600 :yes:

maxf

18th December 2011, 23:36

Yes you could have helped me pick the Honda up after I dropped it .................. again:doh::doh:

Sideways airbags? As long as you didn't do a Donna & let it fall ON you :sunny: ... Could always be a BMW too; I'm fairly sure the GB isn't 270kgs? I learnt a couple of these bikes ago, if they start going, you jump clear, ain't no human stopping a tip once its on :facepalm::shit::no:

Gareth123

19th December 2011, 00:10

Good ride today over to aka's for launch not too hot or windy, only three of us turned up at BK what's wrong with you peeps there was on a couple of drops of rain on the way back to town.

Well I'm currently doing 12-14 hour days. Every day. Thats whats wrong with me.

gloplg

19th December 2011, 12:36

Was the Honda making sure gravity was still working? :innocent:

You ok? No knee injuries, by any chance?

Apart from a completely destroyed pride:facepalm::facepalm: and yes the hooooonda:devil2: did prove beyond all doubt that gravity is still there.

Sideways airbags? As long as you didn't do a Donna & let it fall ON you :sunny: ... Could always be a BMW too; I'm fairly sure the GB isn't 270kgs? I learnt a couple of these bikes ago, if they start going, you jump clear, ain't no human stopping a tip once its on :facepalm::shit::no:

Yes, no, 179kg,yes and yes:devil2::devil2:

SpeedMonger

20th December 2011, 18:28

Well I'm currently doing 12-14 hour days. Every day. Thats whats wrong with me.

It was raining steadily out here in the boonies, hence my question. No reply, so no go.

Will be taking bike in tomorrow though.

Good point about the break up do's, will have to be extra vigilant. Our's isn't till Friday!

Peeteey

20th December 2011, 18:39

Bollocks, won't be there tomorrow, got the in-laws coming to stay for xmas and I've been given the hard word to clean my room! :facepalm:

Have a wonderful ride, for those that go. Lucky buggers ...

Transalper

21st December 2011, 09:56

Bollocks, won't be there tomorrow, got the in-laws coming to stay for xmas and I've been given the hard word to clean my room! :facepalm:

Have a wonderful ride, for those that go. Lucky buggers ...

Ha ha.:nya:

Won't be along tonight either, or next week if there's a WNR then too so wishing everyone a merry christmas etc etc and hope to get in a few more WNR's with you all next year.

:ride: :soon:

gloplg

21st December 2011, 23:28

Anyway!!!!!!!!!!!!! Did anyone go for a ride last night????? If you did I hope you had a good time. Where to??

Is anyone interested in a :scooter::scooter: on Monday or Tuesday????

You guys have a great Christmas!!!!!!!:banana::2thumbsup:2thumbsup:banan a::banana::banana:

Lil Miss FB

22nd December 2011, 08:27

Yep sure did. Was only 7 of us pretty sad turn out but alas was good went out Akaroa way through gebies to Lyttleton and stopped off for a drink at hethcote valley pub. :) my first we'd night ride wad pretty good :) thanks

willytheekid

22nd December 2011, 09:04

I rode past BK! :yes:...but there was a group of really shady looking bikers there!!...so I didnt stop :killingme

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Have a Very Merry Xmas and NewYear everyone :love:

Lil Miss FB

22nd December 2011, 10:38

That wouldn't have been me .... I don't pull off shady well. Hehe

SpeedyGirl

22nd December 2011, 18:16

It was great ride once I remembered to fill the tank. .. :lol:. thank goodness we had not left halswell :facepalm::facepalm::facepalm:

Freespaceage

23rd December 2011, 15:08

Hope everyone's OK after the shakes today - just as we were starting to relax for Christmas...

gloplg

24th December 2011, 00:37

Hope everyone's OK after the shakes today - just as we were starting to relax for Christmas...

Yes just as we start to relax, along come a whole heap of shakes and bite us on the bum:wacko::wacko::eek5:

Hope everyone is well and not too shaken after the 25 plus shakes.

KiwiPhoenix

24th December 2011, 11:22

All ok here thankfully! Nightmare of a trip home from the hospital, was on the 3rd floor when they hit, not a nice feeling I can tell ya!

gloplg

25th December 2011, 14:11

So??? Is anyone interested in a:scooter::scooter:Monday or Tuesday, or do you want to leave it 'til Wednesday???

I was thinking of Greta Valley. :ride::ride:

BK 6:00 for depart 6:30.

maxf

25th December 2011, 21:50

So??? Is anyone interested in Monday or Tuesday, or do you want to leave it 'til Wednesday??? I was thinking of Greta Valley.

Weds looks like a good day weather-wise, and I'm trying to fix all the cracks/bentness :mad: :bash: around the mirrors/front fairing frame from the 4/9/10 event, so might not have the whale back together before then!... Greta sounds like a nice wander, you going to be free on Weds?

gloplg

25th December 2011, 22:00

Weds looks like a good day weather-wise, Greta sounds like a nice wander, you going to be free on Weds?

I regret I'm sacrificing myself to work on Wednesday:angry2::angry2::brick::brick:That's why I suggesed tomorrow or Tuesday for:ride::ride:

KiwiPhoenix

26th December 2011, 08:52

If you do go out, stay safe folks. I won't be around for a few weeks, have stuff to do!

gloplg

26th December 2011, 15:40

So I take it no one is keen tonight??????

R1madness

27th December 2011, 11:08

So since Gloplug has suggested Greta Valley how about we aim for that? Via Frog rock and the Scargill Valley?

maxf

27th December 2011, 11:10

So I take it no one is keen tonight??????

I'll be around tonight if you're still keen...? (or did you get your "fix"?) :pinch::brick:

Peeteey

27th December 2011, 13:52

So since Gloplug has suggested Greta Valley how about we aim for that? Via Frog rock and the Scargill Valley?

I'll be keen for that so long as I can get a WOF tomorrow. Anyone know who'll be open other than VTNZ? Not keen to go back there ...

If it all comes together (like the Beatles) then I'll meet you out on SH1 near Rangiora as that's where I'll be all day.

gloplg

27th December 2011, 16:22

I'll be around tonight if you're still keen...? (or did you get your "fix"?) :pinch::brick:

See you at BK at 6:00

gloplg

27th December 2011, 21:15

Thanks for the company tonight Max, good to blow the cobwebs out.:brick::brick:

For those of you going to Greta tomorrow night who have open face helmets, unless you want a free meal (of sorts) keep the mouth :shutup::shutup: and take some "bugs off" for the visor.:yes::yes::innocent::lol::lol:

Was your visor as "bugged up" as mine when you got home Max?????:killingme:killingme

Peeteey

27th December 2011, 22:34

For those of you going to Greta tomorrow night who have open face helmets, unless you want a free meal (of sorts) keep the mouth :shutup::shutup: and take some "bugs off" for the visor.:yes::yes::innocent::lol::lol:

I went for a wee hoon on the Kat tonight to make sure all my fixing stayed fixed. I came home looking like Mothra ... I was more bug than biker.

Kat felt lovely tho :D

R1madness

28th December 2011, 10:23

Well i guess i wont be going on WNR tonight... sorry everyone, Mates just arrived down from Auckland for the night... poor excuse i know lol...

cruza

28th December 2011, 16:36

me and fi out for blat tonite after tea . let me know where ride ending up , will stop in for a beer . lovely evening:sunny: txt 0212346602.

gloplg

28th December 2011, 23:27

Ok so did anyone go for a WNR??? If so where please???

Is anyone interested in a ride on Sunday, possibly to somewhere north or west????

Gareth123

29th December 2011, 00:35

Ok so did anyone go for a WNR??? If so where please???

Is anyone interested in a ride on Sunday, possibly to somewhere north or west????

How about a ride out to the Hurunui Hotel for a couple of quiets?

JellyBellyKelly

29th December 2011, 19:31

[QUOTE=gloplg;1130223546]Ok so did anyone go for a WNR??? If so where please???QUOTE]

glenn (from dunedin) and i went to akaroa - fantastic night for ride :Punk:

Peeteey

30th December 2011, 01:24

How about a ride out to the Hurunui Hotel for a couple of quiets?

Someone told me tonight they do good pizza ... :corn:

Aha:
http://www.hurunuihotel.co.nz/restaurantfacilities.html

So how about this one the way up there:
http://g.co/maps/eufbd

Peeteey

31st December 2011, 01:55

Here's a clip of me getting my ass whooped by Cruza jr. :shit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlQwwaknsJU&feature=youtu.be

Gareth123

31st December 2011, 03:29

Here's a clip of me getting my ass whooped by Cruza jr. :shit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VlQwwaknsJU&feature=youtu.be

If we adjust the gearing on the bike, get you running up some hills to lose a few pounds and over haul the engine to increase overall horsepower then I think you might have a chance at beating him. Only a small chance mind you.

gloplg

31st December 2011, 11:55

Gareth123

31st December 2011, 15:09

So are there any plans for a ride tomorrow? Or can I drink all my tequila tonight and suffer the consequences tomorrow without fear of missing a ride?

cruza

31st December 2011, 15:09

I think Peeteey was right first time, "the Kid" whooped him fair and square.:lol::lol::lol::lol:

Oath he did! taught by his ol' man ...... I'm so looking forward to when we can ride together, hopefully I'll be able to keep up......:rolleyes:

cruza

31st December 2011, 15:17

How about a ride out to the Hurunui Hotel for a couple of quiets?

We talked about it thurs nite, neels sussing place out when he up there this weekend, .....even part of the hamner kb chapter showed some interest in scooting down to 'his' local:killingme
looks to be done on one of the first few rides.

Gareth123

31st December 2011, 15:26

We talked about it thurs nite, neels sussing place out when he up there this weekend, .....even part of the hamner kb chapter showed some interest in scooting down to 'his' local:killingme
looks to be done on one of the first few rides.

Is that where a ride is going tomorrow? Or is that just Neels?

Mully Clown

31st December 2011, 19:03

I could be keen for a ride somewhere tomorrow. Preferably somewhere with as little intersections as possible, there are some lunatics out and about.

Subike

31st December 2011, 19:11

I could be keen for a ride somewhere tomorrow. Preferably somewhere with as little intersections as possible, there are some lunatics out and about.

Oi
My bike is parked in the shed!!

gloplg

31st December 2011, 23:29

Is that where a ride is going tomorrow? Or is that just Neels?

I could be keen for a ride somewhere tomorrow. Preferably somewhere with as little intersections as possible, there are some lunatics out and about.

Oi
My bike is parked in the shed!!

Weather permitting it looks like what he said. (Gareth123 that is):sunny::sunny::sunny::sunny:

maxf

31st December 2011, 23:59

Weather permitting it looks like what he said. (Gareth123 that is):sunny::sunny::sunny::sunny:

Hey "sunshine", what bat-time & bat-place?

(and do keep an eye out for the loonies, as Mully says - had an Avis coming down headlong at me down Carlton Mill the other night, absolutely no idea...! :tugger: )

Peeteey

1st January 2012, 00:08

I hope everyone reading this has a wonderful year this year!

As for loonies, am listening to the boy racers (:tugger:) hooning around past my place at at the mo, so please watch out tomorrow!

I doubt I'll be along tomorrow so you should all be that little bit safer :D

gloplg

1st January 2012, 00:14

Hey "sunshine", what bat-time & bat-place?

(and do keep an eye out for the loonies, as Mully says - had an Avis coming down headlong at me down Carlton Mill the other night, absolutely no idea...! :tugger: )

BK 12.00 for 12.30

SpeedMonger

1st January 2012, 08:33

Happy New Year.

I'm riding today too (for a change) but am going to Aka. Enjoy your ride.

gloplg

1st January 2012, 09:43

Sorry guys I'm out today. Been awake most of the night and not up to riding:wacko::wacko:

Gareth123

1st January 2012, 09:56

I'll see anyone who turns up there though.

Peeteey

1st January 2012, 10:51

Have a fun ride today guys! I didn't get nearly enough sleep ...

maxf

1st January 2012, 23:13

Nice non-WNR ride; only 3 traffic cars I saw (but not counting a few flashes on the radar toy either). Now just to refit that stone shield...

Gareth - seals @ http://www.sealimports.co.nz/ , they have almost any o-ring and in multiple materials for solvent resistance etc etc, and do sell over the counter. (I'll look up the Husky tank pic too!)

Peeteey

2nd January 2012, 14:01

Wee video from a my first ride of 2012.
Went for a relaxed hoon round the harbour.
Hope you're all having a great fun New Years!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqvDf_-r4yk

gloplg

2nd January 2012, 23:00

Wee video from a my first ride of 2012.
Went for a relaxed hoon round the harbour.
Hope you're all having a great fun New Years!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqvDf_-r4yk

Lovely shots P:clap::clap::niceone::niceone:. I will have to look at your camera mounts and steal some ideas:msn-wink::msn-wink:

McWild

3rd January 2012, 10:29

Hey everybody.

What sort of numbers is the ride getting these days? Just curious as I haven't had the chance to see for myself this season.

Gareth123

3rd January 2012, 14:12

Hey everybody.

What sort of numbers is the ride getting these days? Just curious as I haven't had the chance to see for myself this season.

Not sure but I'll let you know. I'm hoping to go tomorrow night.

Peeteey

3rd January 2012, 18:44

Where do people want to go tomorrow night? I'm keen as mustard.

Anyone keen on the Greta Valley run that never happened? Or the Hurunui for pizza? Or both, go via Greta to the Hurunui then doddle home with full bellies?

I'll be out in Rangiora again tomorrow so could meet up with you, Gareth, before we leave.

Or a short pootle 'round the hills? I'm not fussed.

What say you beautiful people? :msn-wink:

gloplg

3rd January 2012, 20:13

Anyone keen on the Greta Valley run that never happened?

:psst::psst:Hey Peeteey Max n I did that run last Tuesday!!!!!:wings::wings: But don't tell anyone cause we had a good ride!!:done::done:

Peeteey

4th January 2012, 11:05

:psst::psst:Hey Peeteey Max n I did that run last Tuesday!!!!!:wings::wings: But don't tell anyone cause we had a good ride!!:done::done:

Righto then, where are all keen on going?

gloplg

4th January 2012, 13:09

Righto then, where are all keen on going?

Looks like being a nice night for a ride.:sunny::sunny:

Where ever you go, enjoy yourselves, and travel safely.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

KiwiPhoenix

4th January 2012, 15:44

Wherever you go, would you please text me, as I have MinxiMe to put to bed tonight so won't make the carpark but would be keen on a catch up! Cheers dears!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Freespaceage

4th January 2012, 15:46

Subike

4th January 2012, 16:10

What time you all leaving and where from
I know this is late in the day but heck had to do stuff
I hope somebody can inform me
0272125273
a text may be a good idea

Peeteey

4th January 2012, 16:12

I think that's a great idea - Greta and then Hurunui for pizza - where we going to meet you?

Ok, how about we meet in Amberly? Myself and Gareth, if he's keen, could meet you there. I'll aim to be there at about 7 which should work if you're leaving town at 6.30. I'm a patient waiter :)

Near the end of Amberly, when heading north, is a truck stop on the left with a huge area to pull in on the side of the road. I'll be in there very visible from the road as you approach.

My number is 021 135 4343, maybe txt me if you're not coming for some reason.

Woo hoo!

Peeteey

4th January 2012, 16:14

What time you all leaving and where from
I know this is late in the day but heck had to do stuff
I hope somebody can inform me
0272125273
a text may be a good idea

If you townies do the usual 6pm BK carpark, leave at 6.30 and meet me/us at Amberly on your way north.

Will be good to see you

Freespaceage

4th January 2012, 16:22

If you townies do the usual 6pm BK carpark, leave at 6.30 and meet me/us at Amberly on your way north.

Will be good to see you

Great see you there - send me a txt so I have your number in case we miss you or something. What a great day for a ride!

Subike

4th January 2012, 16:26

done ....:cool:

KiwiPhoenix

4th January 2012, 16:41

Sorry folks, I'm out. No way I'll be able to catch up with you all in time! Have a safe ride and have a drink for me!

Peeteey

4th January 2012, 16:48

Sorry folks, I'm out. No way I'll be able to catch up with you all in time! Have a safe ride and have a drink for me!

Will do! Have a nice night ...

Peeteey

4th January 2012, 23:01

Freespaceage

4th January 2012, 23:09

Was a great ride with great company - nothing better than having the moon guide you through Greta Valley :niceone:

Subike

4th January 2012, 23:18

Was a pleasure to lead you all , Great night for a good long ride
A golf tee works ok as a screw and a scrap of duck tape, to hold a headlight in place
Great to ride Scargill Valley at that time of the night.
I had forgotten how much fun it was,
Took an effort to stay at pace for the whole valley.
I think I bought half of the night flies home on my helmet.
I couldn't resist a good blast over the Omai Saddle,
Till next time,

laRIKin

5th January 2012, 10:15

Fun ride tonight, thanks guys!

Bloody hell, it's not like me to get home at 11!
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Yeah I thought I seen you last night (twice) and was not sure it was you guys at first.
Once near the Greta when you regrouped but took off before I could see (I thought you were stopping there) and later on the road near the Mud House Winery.
It was not until I passed that I knew it was you guys and thought you will not be stopping again before getting home, so I carried on home. (I did do the special KB wave LOL)

By the way I was on the Bonnie. (yes it is mine again and my sister has a Thruxton now)

Bloody good night for a wee toodle on the Bonnie again.

Peeteey

5th January 2012, 21:16

Yeah I thought I seen you last night (twice) and was not sure it was you guys at first.
Once near the Greta when you regrouped but took off before I could see (I thought you were stopping there) and later on the road near the Mud House Winery.
It was not until I passed that I knew it was you guys and thought you will not be stopping again before getting home, so I carried on home. (I did do the special KB wave LOL)

By the way I was on the Bonnie. (yes it is mine again and my sister has a Thruxton now)

Bloody good night for a wee toodle on the Bonnie again.

So that was you! I thought the rider looked at us quizzically after I waved at him, as we pulled away from the side of the road I thought "I hope that guy didn't think I was signaling to him that we needed help".
Had you pulled up along side as we went past the Mud House I probably would have recognised you but it was getting pretty dark by then ...

How is it having the ol girl back?

Did you get inundated with bugs as well? I had to clean the helmet twice on the ride and have just finished cleaning the bike (for the first time since I've owned it :o)

Man what a mess! Funnily enough, Mythbusters had an item on tonight about whether a bug could kill a biker by hitting their windpipe at speed. It couldn't unless it was some massive rare African thing that weighs a million tons at hits you in just the right spot going at 85 mph.

cruza

6th January 2012, 15:18

Fun ride tonight, thanks guys!

Bloody hell, it's not like me to get home at 11! Was a much longer WNR than usual, we went to check out the Hurunui pub, Wed is their pizza night. $5 Hawaiian, $8 Meat Lovers and $10 Lamb and Mint. Pretty nice pizza too, worth having a fun ride with good people to get some!

254475254476

Was a awesome nite to be out riding , we shot past hurunui pub must have been near 9pm on way back from motueka and saw some familiar looking bikes , would have loved to stop but ryan was pretty naffed and I still had to unload landcruiser before work in the morning:( . Meeting north of chch sounds like the best plan.

laRIKin

6th January 2012, 19:40

Had you pulled up along side as we went past the Mud House I probably would have recognised you but it was getting pretty dark by then ...

Yeah I thought about stopping, but it was getting late and I thinking we were all on a mission to get home.

How is it having the ol girl back?

The Bonnie is a funny wee scooter and I do like riding it a lot.
I stand a better chance of keeping my licence on it, than the Gixxer. (which I do like ride for a completely different reason :msn-wink:)
And do enjoy riding it at a slower pace.

Did you get inundated with bugs as well?

Yep bug city, but that's part of riding at this time of year.

Funnily enough, Mythbusters had an item on tonight about whether a bug could kill a biker by hitting their windpipe at speed. It couldn't unless it was some massive rare African thing that weighs a million tons at hits you in just the right spot going at 85 mph.

I have been hit between the eye once by a Bumble Bee, in an open faced helmet and had to stop my eye were watering to much and had a lump for days.
That was bad enough.
Glad haven't got that African bug. LOL

Mr Triple

8th January 2012, 21:01

Thought I may come along this Wednesday if it's not pissing down.

Where do people think they might be heading to?

whowhatwhere

8th January 2012, 21:16

Forecast looks ok. Dash to Akaroa?

Mr Triple

9th January 2012, 03:43

Forecast looks ok. Dash to Akaroa?

Sounds great to me, see you there!

Peeteey

9th January 2012, 20:05

Forecast looks ok. Dash to Akaroa?

Sounds great to me, see you there!

Sounds like a good idea lads, should be there too ...

cruza

9th January 2012, 20:25

Aka sounds cool . DR back on the road Peeteey, fitted new headlight tonite, went for a blat up to kiwi then down worsley's spur , missed it the last month!!

Peeteey

10th January 2012, 01:20

Aka sounds cool . DR back on the road Peeteey, fitted new headlight tonite, went for a blat up to kiwi then down worsley's spur , missed it the last month!!

Woohoo! Great news!
Mine's playing up I think, becoming hard to start. At least the Kat is all good and, after it's first clean ever, is looking sweet! :D

cruza

10th January 2012, 12:04

Woohoo! Great news!
Mine's playing up I think, becoming hard to start. At least the Kat is all good and, after it's first clean ever, is looking sweet! :D

kat will be fun going to aka , taking triple now on wed because fi coming along for ride.

whowhatwhere

10th January 2012, 15:28

Happy for the rain to come down now, just not tomorrow!

Peeteey

10th January 2012, 19:00

Happy for the rain to come down now, just not tomorrow!

Yep, I hear ya.

From Metservice:
11 Jan
Max 24°C
MIN 11°C
Cloudy morning and evening, fine afternoon. Northeast.

Looks like we're on! :2thumbsup

Mr Triple

10th January 2012, 20:35

Yep, I hear ya.

From Metservice:
11 Jan
Max 24°C
MIN 11°C
Cloudy morning and evening, fine afternoon. Northeast.

Looks like we're on! :2thumbsup

Sweet I'm still keen as, looking forward to it as not done one this season yet... Well I did do a half of one at the start :-)

SpeedMonger

11th January 2012, 09:25

Sweet I'm still keen as, looking forward to it as not done one this season yet... Well I did do a half of one at the start :-)
Will catch you all there, should be a nice evening for it :scooter:

KiwiPhoenix

11th January 2012, 11:31

I'm also there tonight, riding pillion tonight! Will be stopping in Little River though, knee not up to riding huge distances as yet.

See you all there!

Freespaceage

11th January 2012, 11:47

Looks like a great evening for a ride to Akaroa - see you all this evening.

whowhatwhere

11th January 2012, 12:22

Looks like a stunner alright. Better WD40 the knees and elbows, it's been a while.

cruza

11th January 2012, 12:30

I'm also there tonight, riding pillion tonight! Will be stopping in Little River though, knee not up to riding huge distances as yet.

See you all there!

where's flip and his side car when you need it:violin:

gloplg

11th January 2012, 13:15

where's flip and his side car when you need it:violin:

Hey .... That's my line Captain C.:laugh::laugh::laugh:

You guys have a good night and travel safely.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Peeteey

11th January 2012, 13:41

Cool, I'll meet you guys along the way, just past the blue duck.
Dunno if I'll go all the way (oo-er!) To Akaroa, will have to see how I feel. Maybe just to little river, maybe to the hill top.
Either way, will be nice to see you lot.

neels

11th January 2012, 14:12

'tis looking like a very nice night for a ride.

Might have to blow the dust off the bike and give it some exercise...

Transalper

11th January 2012, 14:34

'tis looking like a very nice night for a ride.

Might have to blow the dust off the bike and give it some exercise...

Dust, I'll show you some dust !
Of course mine get's it from being ridden, your's may have cob webs with the dust ?

Been messing with air filters but if it starts and runs ok then how can I resist coming out to play too, what with it being such a nice day n all.

neels

11th January 2012, 15:29

Dust, I'll show you some dust !
Of course mine get's it from being ridden, your's may have cob webs with the dust ?
No cobwebs, just a fine layer of dust from the latest batch of liquefaction silt being blown under the garage door :facepalm:

Peeteey

11th January 2012, 16:18

Might have to blow the dust off the bike and give it some exercise...

... how can I resist coming out to play too, what with it being such a nice day n all.

Good lads! :niceone:

Jen

11th January 2012, 16:52

Can't make it tonight, bike is being a little unreliable. Booked in with Roger to check it on Tuesday so hopefully will make it next Wednesday for my first ride. Can't Wait!

Transalper

11th January 2012, 20:51

Twas perfect weather and a very nice ride.
Seeing the city getting enveloped by mist/fog looked very picturesque from up above it on Dyers Pass Rd when heading home too.

Freespaceage

11th January 2012, 21:34

Great evening for a ride, good to catch up with everyone.

SMOKEU

11th January 2012, 21:40

I had a good time. Might tag along next week as well if the weather holds up.

Mully Clown

11th January 2012, 22:04

Nice leisurely ride for a change. Though we did lose a GSXFR somewhere along the line.

SVboy

11th January 2012, 22:14

See-you get the motards out the front and the pace slows down nicely!:laugh:

neels

11th January 2012, 22:22

I still couldn't keep up :facepalm:

Excellent ride over, and an even better ride back. Nice to finally get some decent weather on a wednesday night.

Mr Triple

12th January 2012, 04:12

Awesome ride over.. and great to catch up with everyone...

I do like the look of ya bike Freespaceage :Punk:

Autech

12th January 2012, 07:39

Thanks for the ride guys, was good to get my new bike into some twistys. Them Motards certainly flick into the corners nicely. This ride happen every Wednesday?

Was I the GSXR you lost? :no:

cruza

12th January 2012, 07:52

See-you get the motards out the front and the pace slows down nicely!:laugh:

tui.....yeah rite:laugh:

we came back bit after 9 , found it quite good , eyes didn't have too adjust from light bright patches to shaded corners etc ,you get before sunset , rocked into little river on dusk ......for a sedate ride back into town:spanking:

Transalper

12th January 2012, 08:58

Was I the GSXR you lost? :no:

The one Mully is referring to I think is the GSXF wearing a bit of fluro. The ride had well split up by then, few of us at Little River decided to go to the Hilltop and back to Little River pub instead of all the way to Akaroa.
We had him behind us on the way up the hill but think he was about a minute behind when we pulled in and he continued past by mistake or design we do not know.
While we few were at the Pub later we saw him pass again heading home.

I never saw the motard or most the faster guys after leaving BK.
I ended up on back of a group of about 5 or 6 bikes as we climbed Dyres Pass and hung together thru Governers Bay, Gebbies, Little River, Hilltop and back the same way.

And yes, there is a ride every Wednesday, though if the weather is crap sometimes no one turns up.
Normally same meeting time and place but destination could be anywhere.

Autech

12th January 2012, 10:13

The one Mully is referring to I think is the GSXF wearing a bit of fluro.

Right I'm with ya. Yeah the Faster group headed over Dyers, through that munted hilly road, over the and stopped for some fush n chups over at Akaroa.

4 of us left at about 8. I peeled off after catching them back up on the flats (:second:) and headed back through Halswell cause I realised my new TV show was on and she was getting a bit dark for my mirrored visor.

laRIKin

12th January 2012, 15:22

Good to meet you Freespaceage and others.

Here is a link to the spoof on the Rocket 3, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKEuzxC4eGc

Yes I know to rest it is a re-post, but not all have seen it before, enjoy :bleh:

Glad my bike felt better to ride home than it was to ride to the Little River, those roads were a river of tar in parts.

cruza

12th January 2012, 15:50

Good to meet you Freespaceage and others.

Here is a link to the spoof on the Rocket 3, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKEuzxC4eGc

Yes I know to rest it is a re-post, but not all have seen it before, enjoy :bleh:

:killingme always wondered why my triple always wants too hoon , must have been its upbringing ......

KiwiPhoenix

12th January 2012, 16:21

Great to see you all last night! Knee wasn't up to the bike riding last night, hopefully I'll be back on 2 wheels soon!

laRIKin

12th January 2012, 16:33

:killingme always wondered why my triple always wants too hoon , must have been its upbringing ......

That's it.

Nothing to do with the rider after all Officer.:corn:

gloplg

12th January 2012, 23:26

Great to see you all last night! Knee wasn't up to the bike riding last night, hopefully I'll be back on 2 wheels soon!

No more resting underneath the bike for you, with your crook knee.

How much longer are you off the road????

Peeteey

13th January 2012, 20:42

Peeteey

13th January 2012, 20:44

Nice leisurely ride for a change. Though we did lose a GSXFR somewhere along the line.

YAY! 65 AND COUNTING!!!! :eek::wings::nya:

Nice to see you tonight, how far up Evans pass did you get?

Freespaceage

13th January 2012, 21:05

Went to that bike launch thing tonight in Lyttelton that I totaly forgot about, thanks for the reminder Freespaceage!

Lots of interesting bikes:
255043255044

That BMW had a build thread somewhere apparently. Anyone know where? It looks familiar ...

Cyall later!

Some great and different bikes at the launch - I have added photos of all the bikes at http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003207738199

Mully Clown

13th January 2012, 22:25

YAY! 65 AND COUNTING!!!! :eek::wings::nya:

Nice to see you tonight, how far up Evans pass did you get?

Just as far as you said I would?

Bring on next week.

cruza

14th January 2012, 03:40

Just as far as you said I would?

Bring on next week.

We try for hurunui pub pizza nite? be a good run to bring a pillion too...... and easy run home on dusk . Nigel finally charged up the battery for his daytona , so he be keen too scoot down from hamner for catch up I reckon.

Mr Triple

14th January 2012, 08:45

Peeteey

14th January 2012, 20:35

We try for hurunui pub pizza nite? be a good run to bring a pillion too...... and easy run home on dusk . Nigel finally charged up the battery for his daytona , so he be keen too scoot down from hamner for catch up I reckon.

Not sure if I'd be up for a long ride but we'll see, I could stay out at my dad's place, will see if that's do-able.

:ride::scooter::ride::scooter:

Anyone keen on a wee pootle tomorrow (sun)

:ride::scooter::ride::scooter:

3umph

14th January 2012, 22:55

We try for hurunui pub pizza nite? be a good run to bring a pillion too...... and easy run home on dusk . Nigel finally charged up the battery for his daytona , so he be keen too scoot down from hamner for catch up I reckon.

Hell yes I'll be there :Punk:

bloody good pizzas at the pub... $5 Hawaian, $8 Meatlovers & $10 night special

gloplg

15th January 2012, 00:11

:ride::scooter::ride::scooter:

Anyone keen on a wee pootle tomorrow (sun)

:ride::scooter::ride::scooter:

:ride::scooter::ride::scooter: I'm a starter weather permitting. BK 12.00 for 12.30. :ride::scooter::ride::scooter:

Gareth123

15th January 2012, 00:43

Anyone keen on a wee pootle tomorrow (sun)

I'm a starter weather permitting. BK 12.00 for 12.30.

A friend and I are heading over to the Wheatsheaf in the afternoon. Leaving Linwood around 4 if you guys are interested in a slightly later ride.

You both have my number so let me know if your interested.

Peeteey

15th January 2012, 02:53

A friend and I are heading over to the Wheatsheaf in the afternoon. Leaving Linwood around 4 if you guys are interested in a slightly later ride.

You both have my number so let me know if your interested.

I could hoon round and meet you there, you going straight there? If you're going thru the tunnel lemme know and I could join as you go past.

Gareth123

15th January 2012, 09:04

I could hoon round and meet you there, you going straight there? If you're going thru the tunnel lemme know and I could join as you go past.

I'll flick you a txt when we leave Linwood. That will give you enough time to get ready for us.

Not sure what way we are going but I imagine it will be the tunnel.

Peeteey

15th January 2012, 10:35

Buggrit, no sleep again, gave a good ride!

Looks like I'll be joining Gareth to get my fix :-)

gloplg

15th January 2012, 14:23

Buggrit, no sleep again, gave a good ride!

Looks like I'll be joining Gareth to get my fix :-)

AAAAWWWWWW PT. FSA and I missed you ......... But don't worry we are reloading the guns:2guns::2guns:

Thanks for the company FSA I enjoyed our little tootle today, blew out a lot of cobwebs. :sunny::sunny::2thumbsup:2thumbsup

Freespaceage

15th January 2012, 15:34

Thanks for the ride Glo - really enjoyed it. Good to catch up again.

Freespaceage

15th January 2012, 17:43

Buggrit, no sleep again, gave a good ride!

Looks like I'll be joining Gareth to get my fix :-)

That's what happens when you drink coffee before going to bed - don't get blown away by that wind!

Peeteey

15th January 2012, 19:23

don't get blown away by that wind!

Man, you're not kidding! Just going 'round the bays was bad enough, it must have been crazy out on the plains. Where did you guys go?

Sad to have missed the ride today, woke up at 11 after getting to sleep at about 9 and figured I'd be a bit of a danger on the road in that state so went back to sleep. :yawn: :D

wind_glider

15th January 2012, 21:03

Hey there I'm a bit knew to this whole bike riding thing...anyone know where to go for a ride in CHCH (be it alone or with other bikers)? Thanks :)

Gareth123

15th January 2012, 21:32

Hey there I'm a bit knew to this whole bike riding thing...anyone know where to go for a ride in CHCH (be it alone or with other bikers)? Thanks :)

Moorhouse Ave Burger King on a Wednesday night at 6pm.:yes:

Although a few of us meet up on Sundays as well.:niceone:

gloplg

15th January 2012, 22:45

Where did you guys go?

We did the Port Hills loop. BK, Halswell, Gebbies, Dyers Pass, summit Road back to Gebbies with :drinknsin at the Wheatsheaf. Back round the bays and through the "tube".

A nice short :scooter::scooter: to blow the cobwebs out.:2thumbsup:2thumbsup

gloplg

15th January 2012, 22:54

Hey there I'm a bit knew to this whole bike riding thing...anyone know where to go for a ride in CHCH (be it alone or with other bikers)? Thanks :)

Hi WG as Gareth has said come along and make yourself known on a Wednesday. Or keep an eye on this thread for other rides being organised. We frequently have a ride on a Sunday out of BK Moorhouse, meeting at 12.00 for departure at 12.30.

Come along Wednesday or Sunday or both, you are most welcome.:niceone::niceone:

Gareth123

16th January 2012, 21:14

Righto I'm organising a BBQ for a Sunday afternoon.

Here's the link...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/145923-BBQ-Sunday-5-2-2012-Open-to-all?p=1130236325#post1130236325

Everyone is on FaceBook these days so I created a public event there. Feel free to invite yourself and others.

http://www.facebook.com/events/309251709116614/

3umph

16th January 2012, 21:34

Freespaceage

16th January 2012, 22:24

so whos up for this???

Sounds like a good idea!

Gareth123

16th January 2012, 22:56

Sorry I can't guys. Bit late for me.

wind_glider

17th January 2012, 00:44

Mr Triple

17th January 2012, 04:29

so whos up for this???

Meeeee....... Coming along haven't seen you around for awhile.....

Hey guys....I'm a bit new to all this....I just moved to CHCH and got a bike here...I don't know much about riding either to be honest..just got my restricted last year and I'm closing in on one year on it...I'm pretty shy when it comes to new people....but I love riding everywhere and it is my get away from reality....so I was wondering if anyone can show me how Christchurch riders do things around here....? where would we go and for how long? I saw that there are several locations out there....but I'm not too sure where they are either......thanks :)

No worries, just come down to the Buger King car park on Moorhouse Ave. Everyone is fairly friendly so you will be fine,just be there
around six as we depart around 6.30. I'm on the red Sprint so come on over and say who you are and you will be fine. Have a chat then and we can tell you what we do and we you can go around here. :Punk:

Autech

17th January 2012, 07:59

Hey guys....I'm a bit new to all this....I just moved to CHCH and got a bike here...I don't know much about riding either to be honest..just got my restricted last year and I'm closing in on one year on it...I'm pretty shy when it comes to new people....but I love riding everywhere and it is my get away from reality....so I was wondering if anyone can show me how Christchurch riders do things around here....? where would we go and for how long? I saw that there are several locations out there....but I'm not too sure where they are either......thanks :)

I'm new to CHCH as well mate, went along last Wednesday, didn't get bitten once or catch any exotic diseases :gob:

Just go there, park your bike next to everyone, get off, walk up and grunt a greeting. Everyone will leave together, you'll find a rider in the group that runs at a similar pace to you and ride with them. Good times.

KiwiPhoenix

17th January 2012, 09:05

I'm new to CHCH as well mate, went along last Wednesday, didn't get bitten once or catch any exotic diseases :gob:

Just go there, park your bike next to everyone, get off, walk up and grunt a greeting. Everyone will leave together, you'll find a rider in the group that runs at a similar pace to you and ride with them. Good times.

What he said!! :rofl:

cruza

17th January 2012, 17:03

so whos up for this???

few keen and going .Fi and me be there. will txt eta for you. was thinking of leaving from the peg hotel to avoid town and traffic, but quess everyone used to bk........:innocent:

cruza

17th January 2012, 17:04

SpeedMonger

17th January 2012, 19:00

few keen and going .Fi and me be there. will txt eta for you. was thinking of leaving from the peg hotel to avoid town and traffic, but quess everyone used to bk........:innocent:

I will meet up with you at Amberley, will save me having to ride to work. What time will you hit there do you reckon??

Peeteey

17th January 2012, 19:08

So what's the schnizzle for tomorrow? We doing the Hurunui Pizza run again? Was a fun ride but quite long ... I didn't get home until 11 last time ...
It's a very nice ride apart from the looong straight motorway bits to and from the city but once we're at about the Hanmer turnoff it gets, and stays, nice until we come back to the same point.
Beaut scenery out that way but it's a long ride ...

I reckon we do the usual BK at 6 leave 6.30, head straight up to the pub (sunnies an idea, lots of riding into the setting sun) then do Greta Valley on the way home ...

Ja? Nein?

Would people rather do a shorter ride instead?

Am keen either way.

Emlyn

17th January 2012, 19:26

I am aiming to be on main drag in Woodend at 6.45pm, sounds like at least some of you are keen for Hurunui, and it is great when the ride heads out this way!! :) :motu:

Shadowjack

17th January 2012, 20:17

Hurunui. Yes.
Pizza. Of course.
See you all at the start of the motorway on-ramp at Chaney's or something,

cruza

17th January 2012, 20:47

Ok hurunui it is then!!
BK out via hills rd , marshlands and on to the motorway heading north . long ride so , lets get out of bk on time. stop at amberley for few minutes then on to the pub !
Hopefully we get a pic of the 2 green triplets Em.... finally;)

Peeteey

17th January 2012, 21:02

Awesome! Looking forward to it! :D

I may also meet you along the way somewhere as I'll be in north chch for most of the day. Depends on what time I finish up there, if I have time, BK, otherwise, Chaneys.
Maybe join in with you at Chaneys, Shadowjack? I'll pull into that bit just around the corner (for them coming from town) where you can stop before going onto the motorway.

Jen

17th January 2012, 21:04

Well Bike issues are resolved so I am a starter (and noob) for tomorrow night. See you all at BK around 6pm Looking forward to meeting you all, I'll be the chick on the oldest bike there probably lol

Subike

17th January 2012, 21:30

Well Bike issues are resolved so I am a starter (and noob) for tomorrow night. See you all at BK around 6pm Looking forward to meeting you all, I'll be the chick on the oldest bike there probably lol

nope, will not be the oldest,
If I get my Muffler back on,
old exsessive has a new rear tire to wear in, and long straight roads for the first few miles just sound like what she needs.
Funny how burn outs at rally's tend to make the tread disappear rapidly....
But hell, blowing a rear wheel bearing,cooking an axle and melting a spacer was not in the plan.
Dismantling a diff replacing bearings, new tire, phift, 3 hrs after work tonight, all done.
Had to go for a blast around the block to see if it worked.
sorry neighbors, forgot to fit the muffler :woohoo:

cruza

18th January 2012, 02:26

Gareth123

18th January 2012, 03:21

leopardskin

18th January 2012, 06:01

i'll join up at chaneys end of marshland rd as well - haven't been to the Hurunui with the wnr before - food sounds like it could be good

Shadowjack

18th January 2012, 10:59

Maybe join in with you at Chaneys, Shadowjack? I'll pull into that bit just around the corner (for them coming from town) where you can stop before going onto the motorway.
See ya there, then.

KiwiPhoenix

18th January 2012, 12:21

Have a safe ride guys. Won't make it tonight, just not enough hours in the day today, so much on this afternoon.

Subike

18th January 2012, 16:26

well, got me muffler on,
fired her up,
bugger no idiots lights indicators or brake light,
Got a dead short some where that eats 30amp fuses. bugger
Have a good ride peoples,

cruza

18th January 2012, 16:29

Have a safe ride guys. Won't make it tonight, just not enough hours in the day today, so much on this afternoon.

wondered why ya never came round to do my housework and washing:oi-grr:....... see ya sat

JellyBellyKelly

18th January 2012, 21:17

perfect night for a ride !!! just gorgeous :sunny:

Jen

18th January 2012, 21:28

Mr Triple

19th January 2012, 04:24

Was a great ride last night out to the Hurunui Pub, awesome pizza with a cold beer!!:niceone:

Great to meet you Jen and your friend, also the others that I hadn't met before. Also to see so many follow TT2000 riders there... fantastic!!!

That was a good bit of brake work there Mr Hornet when we were coming into Sefton last night on our way home.

Don't need any more demerits, already have lots:Police:

Hopefully we will see you all next week, ride safe. :)

BigOne

19th January 2012, 10:33

I had a great night out too. Very nice weather for a ride to Hurunui, the pizza was up to scratch, met some new riders, and re-met some others.
I even met one of my wife's students. He says she's a great teacher. That's nice.

cruza

19th January 2012, 17:46

Had an awesome ride tonight, thank you all for making us feel welcome. Kyla (trike) found it nice to have folks who would go over 80k lol the club she has ridden with occasionaly apparently don't quite let her open the three wheeler up!

That Pizza was amazing, definitely going back there again! and already anticipating next weeks ride!

Nice to meet you jen , noticed Kyla was quite happy on the throttle..... . May look at the peg hotel as a meeting point in future runs up to hurunui.......always a pain getting out of the city at that time of nite... Few faces like .bigone. I haven't seen around for ages.

Pizza was pretty fab considering the price as well!
Had a play on the way home :whistle: Not overly used too being in the front of a big group and having to be restrained .......nice to keep things pretty casual thru aye, and a firm ride idea before wed.

Emlyn

19th January 2012, 18:45

Hey all,
Thanks for a great ride, first WNR on my sexy wee triple, and I TOTALLY LOVED IT. I remember how much I miss riding regularly when I get to ride.... fancy that!

Great to catch up with you guys that I havn't seen in a while, and to meet some new folk... equally great to see such a great proprtion of women along, whether riding or pillion, it adds to a more interesting evening :)

Hope I can make it along again soon, I will be watching out for weekend rides more now too, so point them out for me if you think of it!!
Cheers guys :)

Em xo

Jen

19th January 2012, 19:37

Nice to meet you jen , noticed Kyla was quite happy on the throttle..... . .

Thanks, Kyla is a speed demon on that trike.. I lost her on the way home, night riding was a first for me but apart from the bugs that kept committing suicide on my helmet, it was actually pretty awesome.

I"m with Em, I was impressed with the amount of females that joined in, and after seeing all those great bikes I"m itching to get into something bigger lol:facepalm:

KiwiPhoenix

20th January 2012, 10:38

Thanks, Kyla is a speed demon on that trike.. I lost her on the way home, night riding was a first for me but apart from the bugs that kept committing suicide on my helmet, it was actually pretty awesome.

I"m with Em, I was impressed with the amount of females that joined in, and after seeing all those great bikes I"m itching to get into something bigger lol:facepalm:

Yeah, we do get out and about. Once my knee comes right, I'll be out there riding with you again! Miss you all!

JellyBellyKelly

20th January 2012, 10:42

awesome to see so many biker chickies!!!!!! watch out boys LOL :bleh:
hope your knee comes right soon KP

Peeteey

20th January 2012, 18:54

equally great to see such a great proprtion of women along, whether riding or pillion, it adds to a more interesting evening :)

And just what do you mean by that?????? :laugh:

awesome to see so many biker chickies!!!!!! watch out boys LOL :bleh:

Yep, absolutely. Like Em said, keeps us boys under control a bit more and it's lovely to have such a mixed lot of people/bikes/styles/backgrounds etc. Another fun evening, thanks all!

Emlyn

20th January 2012, 19:18

I know, it has only been two days but any plans afoot about the next WNR?? A bit of notice helps me get along if it is not going to take me too far from the nest! :)

Also, safe and happy travels to all those heading off to rallies this weekend! Lucky! :)

Cheers,

Em :)

SpeedMonger

20th January 2012, 20:16

That was a good bit of brake work there Mr Hornet when we were coming into Sefton last night on our way home.

Yep that RD has been a great investment, +1 for the Beltronics RX65. :woohoo:

Was a good night out, except my jacket is now made of moth instead of leather - could barely see out of my visor which made things interesting around the Ashley Gorge....

gloplg

20th January 2012, 23:26

Anyone interested in a short tootle on Sunday, weather permitting????

Gareth123

21st January 2012, 01:04

Sorry, I'm at work Sunday. Should hopefully be free the Sunday after.

cruza

21st January 2012, 13:43

Reckon we head to Aka for the next ride, make the most of the long daylight evenings (ie bigger ride)... tea there aka .... and to keep everyone happy back over the hill in daylight...and stop for a beer/wine at taitapu pub..... then its easy run home in the dark.
If weather not to flash, shorter circuit and back to taitapu pub ,as everyone knows their food pretty darn good too:yes:

Freespaceage

21st January 2012, 16:19

Anyone interested in a short tootle on Sunday, weather permitting????

Don't think I can make it this Sunday :(

gloplg

22nd January 2012, 08:46

Yes well.................... Lovely day :not::not: Might be a day for siting in front of a blazing computer.

Jen

22nd January 2012, 09:55

:no:

Anyone interested in a short tootle on Sunday, weather permitting????

No wet weather gear yet, this drizzle dosn't put me off, ridden in much worse, but wet jeans isn't such a nice feeling lol

next week

Reckon we head to Aka for the next ride, make the most of the long daylight evenings (ie bigger ride)... tea there aka .... and to keep everyone happy back over the hill in daylight...and stop for a beer/wine at taitapu pub..... then its easy run home in the dark.
If weather not to flash, shorter circuit and back to taitapu pub ,as everyone knows their food pretty darn good too

I'm up for another Wednesday ride, warning though, those sharp corners do have me going slower:scooter:

SVboy

22nd January 2012, 12:59