East Cape Adventure. Jan 21/22 2012. Who's keen?

[kiwipeet]

Hi all

After going on a few rides organised by others I thought I might test the water to see who's keen on a couple of disorganized rides around the Gisborne/East coast area.

I'm kicking a few ideas around, and you can see the details here: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=17504921

It's nothing over the top, just a couple of 'newbie freindly' rides to poke about the area.

Reply here (or advrider) if you're interested.

Cheers

peet

[Shewolf]

roads I haven't been on yet - I'm a possible :sunny:

[nic]

I'm keen :)

[kiwipeet]

Cool. :scratch:

Clint has made a suggestion on the ADVrider thread.

I'm thinking Tarndale Loop on the Saturday, Back road to Te Puia on Sunday.

[Rosie]

Cool. :scratch:

Clint has made a suggestion on the ADVrider thread.

I'm thinking Tarndale Loop on the Saturday, Back road to Te Puia on Sunday.

Sounds good. If you do a later start on Saturday (as per the ADV thread), the northern contingent could perhaps meet up somewhere on the Friday night and form a convoy to get to Gisborne.

[Shewolf]

looks like this is the same weekend as the East Cape Safari by Mike Britton and co

[Shewolf]

....I'm just concerned they'll eat all the pies and lattes :no:

[GPS MAN]

Sounds like an excellent idea.....But, I am going to be at the Dusty Butt....next time..

[pete376403]

The road from Te Karaka to Tologa Bay is a goodie - do that one after the Motu and the Whakarua road and its been a good day.

[Steelie]

Keen......possibly maybe.

Not been up the east cape.

[Cary]

looks like this is the same weekend as the East Cape Safari by Mike Britton and coAnd Dusty Butt :doh:

[pomgolian]

Im keen will come up from Hawkes bay on the Saturday will have to get that bigger tank now.

Paul

[Night Falcon]

could be a starter, will confirm next year....wait that sounds to far away....make that next month :cool:

[BMWST?]

hmmmmmmmmmmmm

[vegeman]

yup...I'm attending the Yamy east coast safari which as the guys said is the same weekend....and we'll have our own food, so feel free to smack down the sausage rolls if you find them

[kiwipeet]

I'm making good progress, and have tentative permission to cross the short important section through the forest. My people are talking to their people. I hope to have confirmation this week.

I hope I don't get people's hopes up too much with this ride. I see people coming from AKL & WGN so I hope it's worth the effort. The coffee at Tolaga is feckin good though. If we find it's a cakewalk and we rip through it we can find some connecting roads and do a few loops around the place. There's a small private beach south of Tolaga we could also explore on the way home.

Regarding accommodation: We have a few beds at our place, and there's room for tents on my lawn. Or I can probably find a few spare beds at my oldies place.

[Brian B]

It sounds like an awesome couple of rides. I would love to come, but I don't think my NXR 125 would keep up and just be a pain. I'll have to wait for another trip after I'm allowed to buy a 250cc bike.

I'll just keep pottering along on my own till then.

Have a great time.

[Shewolf]

nice one peet, keep your people talking to people who know people. And I'm sure your stimulating company will be worth the 6+ hour trip from Orkers right.....right?!

Hopefully I'll have a trailer by then to nana my bike down on :violin:

[_Shrek_]

I'm making good progress, and have tentative permission to cross the short important section through the forest. My people are talking to their people. I hope to have confirmation this week.

I hope I don't people's hopes up too much with this ride. I see people coming from AKL & WGN so I hope it's worth the effort. The coffee at Tolaga is feckin good though. If we find it's a cakewalk and we rip through it we can find some connecting roads and do a few loops around the place. There's a small private beach South of Tologa we could also explore on the way home.

Regarding accommodation: We have a few beds at our place, and there's room for tents on my lawn. Or I can probably find a few spare beds at my oldies place.

& if you tell or show them that you'll have spark aresters & fire extinguisher's it will go along way to them saying yes!! I use to log, hunt & ride through there

[Steelie]

Hopefully I'll have a trailer by then to nana my bike down on :violin:[/QUOTE]

:facepalm: At least make up a story about having to take the trailer

[clint640]

I'm making good progress, and have tentative permission to cross the short important section through the forest. My people are talking to their people. I hope to have confirmation this week.

I hope I don't people's hopes up too much with this ride. I see people coming from AKL & WGN so I hope it's worth the effort. The coffee at Tolaga is feckin good though. If we find it's a cakewalk and we rip through it we can find some connecting roads and do a few loops around the place. There's a small private beach South of Tologa we could also explore on the way home.

Regarding accommodation: We have a few beds at our place, and there's room for tents on my lawn. Or I can probably find a few spare beds at my oldies place.

Cool! Can Rosie & I book a bunk please?


It sounds like an awesome couple of rides. I would love to come, but I don't think my NXR 125 would keep up and just be a pain. I'll have to wait for another trip after I'm allowed to buy a 250cc bike.

I'll just keep pottering along on my own till then.

Have a great time.

You only need 12hp to tour the world. The rest is just wheelspin. :sunny:

As long as you're a confident rider on gravel & don't stop to take photo's every 5 min a 125 will keep up fine. This is gravel road & farm track touring/exploring, not a race. The trip over from Reporoa might get a bit boring in places but it'll be an adventure!

Cheers
Clint

[kiwipeet]

Cool! Can Rosie & I book a bunk please?Clint

Of course. You guys can have the double bed. For anyone else staying we have a few stretchers, a foam mattress and a couple of air beds. Not classy, but it's free and better than staying in a tent.



You only need 12hp to tour the world. The rest is just wheelspin. :sunny:

As long as you're a confident rider on gravel & don't stop to take photo's every 5 min a 125 will keep up fine. This is gravel road & farm track touring/exploring, not a race. The trip over from Reporoa might get a bit boring in places but it'll be an adventure!

Cheers
Clint

Yep, +1 what Clint says. I am intentionally pitching this pretty low. Newbies are welcome. This will be a fun/cruisey ride.

Keep in mind there will be a bit of slabbing, so If you can comfortably manage 100k's on the open road you should be ok.

[Taz]

I'll be on the Dusty...

[nic]

Of course. You guys can have the double bed. For anyone else staying we have a few stretchers, a foam mattress and a couple of air beds. Not classy, but it's free and better than staying in a tent.

Yep, +1 what Clint says. I am intentionally pitching this pretty low. Newbies are welcome. This will be a fun/cruisey ride.

Keep in mind there will be a bit of slabbing, so If you can comfortably manage 100k's on the open road you should be ok.

May I reserve a stretcher/mattress please?

[Shewolf]

My tent is classy, it has a zipper! Can I please have a small bit of dirt pretty please? :sunny:


Not classy, but it's free and better than staying in a tent.

[kiwipeet]

May I reserve a stretcher/mattress please?

Yep.


My tent is classy, it has a zipper! Can I please have a small bit of dirt pretty please? :sunny:

You're mad. But yes, you can have some dirt. I'll even chuck in some lawn for free.

Hmmm might need to tidy my shed so there's some parking space in there.

[Waihou Thumper]

Cannot do the Dusty Butt, and have the time off 19-25th Jan, so looking for Adventure, whatever comes my way.....:) Hmm, Steppenwolf rings a bell there I am sure? :innocent:
Foam mattress, yes please......if available.

[Steelie]

Keen........probably

Can I book some inside sleeping space too please.

[kiwipeet]

Cannot do the Dusty Butt, and have the time off 19-25th Jan, so looking for Adventure, whatever comes my way.....:) Hmm, Steppenwolf rings a bell there I am sure? :innocent:
Foam mattress, yes please......if available.


Can I book some inside sleeping space too please.

Erm yep. I haven't met you guys personally, but after reading Mark's profile I am led to believe he'll be up at 5:00am cleaning my shed, washing my bike... and by god he'd better have a cup of tea waiting for us when we wake up. :wait:

Now where's Anthony's profile...

My house is getting pretty full now, Beyond this point anyone else will need to bring a tent, or find a motel.

I do have the option of using an empty house next to my parents. It's rough... but we can fit another 1/2 dozen people in there. I'll check tonight to see if the power is still connected. I can put a fridge and jug for tea and coffee etc over there. If you want to doss there you will need a mattress of some description, because when I said empty I mean empty.

If you don't want to rough it, please find a motel.

[Steelie]

Erm yep. I haven't met you guys personally, but after reading Mark's profile I am led to believe he'll be up at 5:00am cleaning my shed, washing my bike... and by god he'd better have a cup of tea waiting for us when we wake up. :wait:

Now where's Anthony's profile...

My house is getting pretty full now, Beyond this point anyone else will need to bring a tent, or find a motel.

I do have the option of using an empty house next to my parents. It's rough... but we can fit another 1/2 dozen people in there. I'll check tonight to see if the power is still connected. I can put a fridge and jug for tea and coffee etc over there. If you want to doss there you will need a mattress of some description, because when I said empty I mean empty.

If you don't want to rough it, please find a motel.

Profile ?

Euro male
early 40s
182cm
No identifying tatoos
No criminal record
;)

Or ask the Clint ,Rosie,Nic

[kiwipeet]

My house is getting pretty full now, Beyond this point anyone else will need to bring a tent, or find a motel.

I do have the option of using an empty house next to my parents. It's rough... but we can fit another 1/2 dozen people in there. I'll check tonight to see if the power is still connected. I can put a fridge and jug for tea and coffee etc over there. If you want to doss there you will need a mattress of some description, because when I said empty I mean empty.

If you don't want to rough it, please find a motel.

Checked today. House has power, Ma n Pa are happy to let us use it and overrun their house too. So showers and bathrooms are available.

Depending on numbers and who's keen to do what... we might even have a BBQ there for tea. Bikes can be chained up in parents back yard. I'm happy to wing it and see who turns up and organise ourselves on the day. (Dinner that is)

[clint640]

;)

Or ask the Clint ,Rosie,Nic

Yeah, Anthony's allright :2thumbsup ...well, for an Aucklander anyway ;)


Checked today. House has power, Ma n Pa are happy to let us use it and overrun their house too. So showers and bathrooms are available.

Depending on numbers and who's keen to do what... we might even have a BBQ there for tea. Bikes can be chained up in parents back yard. I'm happy to wing it and see who turns up and organise ourselves on the day.

Well done that man! Priority parking for KTM's in the shed though right? :scooter:

One thing we have suffered a bit from on the last few rides is dust, so if there are some less navigation intensive parts of the ride that could be easily described by a route sheet (or list of instructions) that might be something worth considering. (if you can be arsed)

Cheers
Clint

[kiwipeet]

One thing we have suffered a bit from on the last few rides is dust, so if there are some less navigation intensive parts of the ride that could be easily described by a route sheet (or list of instructions) that might be something worth considering. (if you can be arsed)

Hmmm :facepalm:

Well, I might scout the Tepuia ride in the Fourbie over xmas and make some notes. I'm expecting this to be a relatively small group, so I was kind of hoping to use corner-man system. The royal pain in the arse is that many of these back roads will be missing road signs. Tarndale loop is still dependent on access and we won't be doing it until the day.

I'll try and get some detailed maps before the ride, but if you're desperate you could always print the directions from my plotted Google Maps...

I've just been talking to another bloke who has a cross country route to Mahia which we can keep as plan B if we can't do the Tarndale loop. The Pub at Mahia does pretty good burgers too.

[Waihou Thumper]

Erm yep. I haven't met you guys personally, but after reading Mark's profile I am led to believe he'll be up at 5:00am cleaning my shed, washing my bike... and by god he'd better have a cup of tea waiting for us when we wake up. :wait:



​And at 0530, the bikes will be saddled up for a full days riding, so get your arse outta bed folks, the weather looks cracking for the East Cape! :)

[kiwipeet]

​And at 0530, the bikes will be saddled up for a full days riding, so get your arse outta bed folks,

:sleep:

five... :yawn:

thirty... :blink:

ahem. Sorry i did mention my house was full right... and you're now staying somewhere... else... right? :whistle:


the weather looks cracking for the East Cape!
you must get the the really reeeaaaally looooong range forecast... :wacko:

Cause this is 4 weeks away yeah? :psst:

[kiwipeet]

Hi All

I have updated the first post on Adventure rider to show the latest ideas, trip order, start times, and departure points.

If you are interested in attending this ride, please re-read the first post on Advrider. Clicky linky: Here (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=748865)

[clint640]

Rosie & I are planning to head over from Rotoiti on the Sat morning. If anybody wants to join us for the ride &/or use the bed in the shed Fri night let me know.

Cheers
Clint

[nic]

Rosie & I are planning to head over from Rotoiti on the Sat morning. If anybody wants to join us for the ride &/or use the bed in the shed Fri night let me know.

Cheers
Clint

I can also offer accommodation in Vegas for Friday night....I have room for two or three :)

[nic]

[QUOTE=nic;1130220706]I can also offer accommodation in Vegas for Friday night....I have room for two or three :)[/QUOTE


Hmmm...unless I stay in Ohope with friends.....if keen, PM me closer to the date.

[dino3310]

[QUOTE=nic;1130220706]I can also offer accommodation in Vegas for Friday night....I have room for two or three :)[/QUOTE


Hmmm...unless I stay in Ohope with friends.....if keen, PM me closer to the date.

did you just quote your self:blink:

[dino3310]

[QUOTE=nic;1130220814]

did you just quote your self:blink:

yes she did

[Brian B]

Of course. You guys can have the double bed. For anyone else staying we have a few stretchers, a foam mattress and a couple of air beds. Not classy, but it's free and better than staying in a tent.



Yep, +1 what Clint says. I am intentionally pitching this pretty low. Newbies are welcome. This will be a fun/cruisey ride.

Keep in mind there will be a bit of slabbing, so If you can comfortably manage 100k's on the open road you should be ok.

Thanks allot for the okay for me to come. I will be trailering the bike over and I have pretty flash accomodation on wheels if I can find some where to park, where the Council won't move me on.

I have just discovered the Grandschildren are coming up from the Sth Is so it will be dependant on how long they stay.

I have just got back from doing a 4 day loop from here to Waikaremona, Tiniroto, Matawai and home. Very similar to ride the guys did earlier this month, so am getting in some practice. Loved it.

Thanks again for making me feel welcome

[Taz]

This is sounding like a cool ride. Shame I'm gonna miss it.

[Denniso]

I'm keen , will have to see how work is going closer to the time .

[justabum]

Hi.

Sounds/looks like a great ride. Have you got room for another newbie?

I've got a tent and I'm not afraid to use it. Will be camping at Mahia the week before, and if I can get the extra time off, I'd love to join you guys.

Cheers John

[kiwipeet]

Thanks allot for the okay for me to come. I will be trailering the bike over and I have pretty flash accomodation on wheels if I can find some where to park, where the Council won't move me on.

I have just discovered the Grandschildren are coming up from the Sth Is so it will be dependant on how long they stay.

I have just got back from doing a 4 day loop from here to Waikaremona, Tiniroto, Matawai and home. Very similar to ride the guys did earlier this month, so am getting in some practice. Loved it.

Thanks again for making me feel welcome

Hi Brian.

No problem, I assume you have a campervan, You can park it at my parents place where the extras will be staying in the empty house.

If you can manage the loop around the lake etc, then you'll find this trip a breeze.

What sort of speeds are you managing on the open road? And how are your gravel skills shaping up?

[Brian B]

Hi Brian.

No problem, I assume you have a campervan, You can park it at my parents place where the extras will be staying in the empty house.

If you can manage the loop around the lake etc, then you'll find this trip a breeze.

What sort of speeds are you managing on the open road? And how are your gravel skills shaping up?

Thanks for that. Yes it is a 6m van with about a 5.5m trailer on the back. That would be great if I can fit, other wise I'm sure there is a POP some where handy. I'll be driving down on the Friday if I can make it, which I'm hopping I can.

The bike appears to be happy at a genuine (GPS) 85kph, 90 on the speedo.

I'm juggling dates and grandchildren around in my head trying to make it all work.

Cheers

[kiwipeet]

Thanks for that. Yes it is a 6m van with about a 5.5m trailer on the back. That would be great if I can fits

Yes it will definitely "fits". The house has a long flat driveway. And there is even a reyrolle plug for power.

[Brian B]

Yes it will definitely "fits". The house has a long flat driveway. And there is even a reyrolle plug for power.

Wow! That's awesome. I have just paced out the trailer and it is only 3.5m, so I won't take up as much room as I thought.

It is looking more and more likely I can make it. Even if I drive down on the Saturday morning straight to the meeting point and pick the van up from there after the ride.

I forgot to answer before, that I'm comfortable on gravel roads as I have beem riding them on the farm bike and bicycles for the last 50yrs.


Thanks for putting the time and effort into organizing this trip. Your a legend.

[kiwipeet]

where abouts is the house people are staying in?(locality/suburb)


Parents/empty house is in Mangapapa, my house in in Te Hapara. less than 2 k's apart.

Will PM address details to those staying with us rather than post here.

or...

Send me a text message on: 0274-661-937 with your KB/Adv user id and real name and i'll reply with details.

Cheers

peet

[Brian B]

Sue has decided she'd like to come over and spend some time in Gisborne as it has been a number of years since we were over that way. Is it still okay we park the van at your parents place. She'll be driving it over as I'm riding over with Brainflex from Whakatane.

Cheers

[kiwipeet]

Sue has decided she'd like to come over and spend some time in Gisborne as it has been a number of years since we were over that way. Is it still okay we park the van at your parents place. She'll be driving it over as I'm riding over with Brainflex from Whakatane.

Cheers

Yep, no problem at all.

[kiwipeet]

Im keen will come up from Hawkes bay on the Saturday will have to get that bigger tank now.

Paul

Hi Paul.

Looking at the k's we're doing, you should be fine on a stock tank. You might hit reserve on the way home but that would only be
for the last few k's. If you're worried you could carry a small bottle. 1 litre = 20k's.

[pomgolian]

Hi Pete no need for a bottle my 20L IMS tank turned up the the other day with some pannier frames from the states, all fitted but not tested yet as been away camping up by the Mohaka river (in the 4WD with the kids) pissed with rain last night and a bit of a mission getting out today. How many going now ? is it camping on the lawn or do you have space ? dont mind the tent.

[kiwipeet]

Hi Pete no need for a bottle my 20L IMS tank turned up the the other day with some pannier frames from the states, all fitted but not tested yet

Gidday Paul.

Always fun bolting goodies on the bikes :drool:


How many going now? is it camping on the lawn or do you have space ? don't mind the tent.

Hmm I had a count last night. I currently have 6 at my house, and 4 at the other house (including you) + 2 in a campervan.

So I think that's 12 bikes incl me. Between Adv and KB there's another 8 'maybes' that seem interested but have yet to confirm.

There's plenty of floor space in the house (2 bedrooms + lounge), but for everyone's sanity lets limit it to 6-8 people. My parents have also offered a few extra beds at their house if needed.

[Steelie]

Thanks for the organisation Peet, txt sent.

Hey Clint, what time do you think you would need to leave your place Saturday morning to get to the start point? Still tossing up a plan for the weekend. May take

Friday off and ride through Waikaremoana, Tiniroto etc with some of your mmmm ride notes and Brian B's references from his recent write up.

Or a very early direct/sprint down on Saturday morning - or something in between.

cheers
Anthony

[Waihou Thumper]

Gidday Paul.

Always fun bolting goodies on the bikes :drool:



Hmm I had a count last night. I currently have 6 at my house, and 4 at the other house (including you) + 2 in a campervan.

So I think that's 12 bikes incl me. Between Adv and KB there's another 8 'maybes' that seem interested but have yet to confirm.

There's plenty of floor space in the house (2 bedrooms + lounge), but for everyone's sanity lets limit it to 6-8 people. My parents have also offered a few extra beds at their house if needed.

I am out but thanks for the chance to at least consider it...
It seems the riding gods have not had sufficient sacrifices of 'things'for me to ride.....at present. :(
Therefore, this AND the DB1K is out of reach.....
Maybe with the week off, I really need to consider something else?
Knitting? Hmmm

[Shewolf]

it's in your colour


Maybe with the week off, I really need to consider something else?
Knitting? Hmmm

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[clint640]

Hey Clint, what time do you think you would need to leave your place Saturday morning to get to the start point? Still tossing up a plan for the weekend.

7am We'll be rolling. Turn up a bit earlier if you want a coffee. If you want to come stay the Fri night you are welcome.

Cheers
Clint

[Brainflex]

Hi, I am riding down with Brian B. Need a space on a floor if possible or somewhere to chuck up a tent.

[kiwipeet]

I am out but thanks for the chance to at least consider it...

Sorry to hear that Mark. :bye: Maybe next time.

[Steelie]

7am We'll be rolling. Turn up a bit earlier if you want a coffee. If you want to come stay the Fri night you are welcome.

Cheers
Clint

Thanks Clint, will most likely take you up on that offer and come down friday night and stay.

[kiwipeet]

Woohoo!!!! :woohoo: :wings: :clap:

I spoke with the Forestry Manager this morning and he seems happy with it. There is still some organising to do but I won't bore you with the details. :yawn:

There are a few conditions we need to follow when we enter/exit the forest which are really just common sense and a courtesy to the Forestry co. I'll explain to everyone on the day.

However, there is a serious and genuine concern about the fire risk. If your bike has a removable spark arrestor please make sure it is fitted.

Also, if you happen to own a small fire extinguisher, can you please bring it with you. The more we have the better. :yes:

[Shewolf]

well done that man :Punk:

I have a small FE picked up in the Repco sale at Xmas, will chuck it in somewhere

[kiwipeet]

Hmm Advrider is down for today. So I'll add this here for now.

So. For those staying at my parents house: A car has now been removed from the Shed, so there is a lockable garage for securing the bikes overnight.

Also it seems we have found a few more inflatable beds and some stretchers. If you have a convenient bedroll or matt please bring it. However if you don't have anything suitable, we should be able to find something for you.

I'm assuming most will arrive at either house with enough time to unload unnecessary items. (allow 10 min to get from house to meeting point).

For those running late: If you're cutting it fine, just meet us at the departure point at Makaraka, I will have a vehicle to collect any gear you don't want to carry for the day.

edit: A few have said they're arriving on Friday, (Brian & Sue, Brainflex, justabum.) but anyone who wants to stay Friday night is welcome.

[BMWST?]

you doing a fantastic job here mate.I wont be able to make it,xmas trip (ferry,hotel,two tyres for cage=seriously depleted piggy bank)

[Box'a'bits]

Unfortunately I won't be there either. Waiting on parts from the UK.

[Brian B]

Hmm Advrider is down for today. So I'll add this here for now.

So. For those staying at my parents house: A car has now been removed from the Shed, so there is a lockable garage for securing the bikes overnight.

Also it seems we have found a few more inflatable beds and some stretchers. If you have a convenient bedroll or matt please bring it. However if you don't have anything suitable, we should be able to find something for you.

I'm assuming most will arrive at either house with enough time to unload unnecessary items. (allow 10 min to get from house to meeting point).

For those running late: If you're cutting it fine, just meet us at the departure point at Makaraka, I will have a vehicle to collect any gear you don't want to carry for the day.

edit: A few have said they're arriving on Friday, (Brian & Sue, Brainflex, justabum.) but anyone who wants to stay Friday night is welcome.


A slight change of plan. We won't be there Friday night as I'm ridng over with Dave and camping the night on the way. Sue is driving over Saturday, I'll meet up with her after the ride and get her to your parents place.

Your doing an awesome job of organising all of this.

[Night Falcon]

It's gonna be touch an go for me, new sprokets and chain been delayed but should be here tomorrow morning so hopefully get them fitted tomorow night and head off early satdee. All going well myself and hangman should be at the meeting point before 11am. looking to stay in motel close by for saturday night then we'll probably crusie back to the bay on sunday via some gravel.

[Brainflex]

Sorry, I cannot make it, mixed up my weekends.

[kiwipeet]

A slight change of plan. We won't be there Friday night as I'm ridng over with Dave and camping the night on the way. Sue is driving over Saturday, I'll meet up with her after the ride and get her to your parents place.

Your doing an awesome job of organising all of this.

Sue is welcome to go straight to the parents place and park up. There should be someone there all day.

If Sue gets lost or needs directions, she can call Alison or Rob on 867 4526.


Sorry, I cannot make it, mixed up my weekends.

Sorry to hear that. mebbe next time.

[kiwipeet]

I have ever....

ever...

had a Friday...

go this slow...

:wait:

[clint640]

I have ever....

ever...

had a Friday...

go this slow...

:wait:

Tell me about it. Knocking off in 5, 4, 3, 2...

See you tomorrow :sunny:
Clint

[Steelie]

Setting off leg 1 to Clints. Should be 1500km + plus weekend :woohoo:

[Night Falcon]

Looks like I'm out :doh: chucked new front sprocket on tried to do up the countershaft nut and noticed it had split right through one side :pinch: too late to get another one now <_<

Have fun guys, take lots of pictures.

[kiwipeet]

Looks like I'm out :doh: chucked new front sprocket on tried to do up the countershaft nut and noticed it had split right through one side :pinch: too late to get another one now <_<

Have fun guys, take lots of pictures.
shit. that's not good. still might be worth calling the shop they might have one in stock or be able to pinch one off another bike. If you can fix the bike on Saturday you can still come up and do the Sunday ride with us.

I found tonight that I have a flat tyre. so i'll be down the bike shop first thing. if they can't do it first thing there might be a group of people standing around me in my garage at 11:00am watching the "angry swearing monkey with tools" show. :pinch:

[kiwipeet]

Phew... a busy weekend.

Hi all. I've posted up my photo's and a brief RR on ADVrider here (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=17802025&postcount=44)

Please feel free to add any photo's you have to the RR.

I hope you all had a safe, pleasant and uneventful ride home.

[clint640]

Yep, we had a most enjoyable cruise back around the cape, which capped off a great weekend's ride nicely.

Top work Peet! Big thanks also to your parents for their hospitality & Rex for the venison!

Cheers
Clint

[nic]

I really enjoyed the ride.

Thanks so much for organising it

[BMWST?]

looks justthe thing i want to do round this awesome lil country

[Night Falcon]

Thanks for a great weekend Pete. Shame the KTM decided to dismantle its clutch via another snapped chain :facepalm: ....got to be some sort of record<_<

Great to meet some new ADV nutters and catch up with some more familier ones.

[Brian B]

Sue and I have just made it home after a relaxed drive back around the Cape. I have finished a write up I'll post on my site along with some photos as soon as I get the photos sorted. I'll let you know when it is done, hopefully tomorrow night.

A huge thanks to all the other riders for being so patent with me and my little bike. Especailly Clint on Saturday and Rosie on Sunday, who were great tail end charlies and never showed any frustration as I stopped to take another photo.

A Mega THANKYOU to Rob and Alison for making us all so welcome and letting us invade their place and what a feast we had for dinner on Saturday night. Thanks to Rex who can not only hunt the meat but cook it to perfection as well.

Last but not least a Huge, Mega thanks to Pete for putting the whole thing together and giving us all an AWESOME weekend.

Cheers Brian

[_Shrek_]

:wait: pic's :whistle:

[pomgolian]

Thanks Pete to you and family for thier hospitality, after leaving Clint and the rest heading north i did the loop down to Waipiro Bay which must be one of the cape's hidden gems, it even had a freedom camping spot right on the beach which was completely empty which is on my list of to go back to places and camp for a few days. Caught up with John as i was leaving so had a quick spin around the beach before heading home. Just over a thousand Kms and 14.5 hours on the bike in two days bloody awesome. Paul

[kiwipeet]

:wait: pic's :whistle:

Here: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=748865&page=3

[_Shrek_]

Here: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=748865&page=3

cheers for that :apint:

[pomgolian]

Some pics from the weekend,

[pomgolian]

And more pics

[Night Falcon]

ome pics from the weekend

Nice shots. KTM have all the parts in stock for the 690 so will be back on the road in no time. Will give ya a pm when sorted for the blackhead beach excursion :corn:

[pomgolian]

The the last lot

[Brian B]

I have posted my account of the ride here http://travel.topicwise.com/doc/10023

Enjoy.

[kiwipeet]

Great photos Paul and great writeup and photo's Brian. :2thumbsup

Rosie has added a whole lot more to the ADVrider thread as well.

[Rosie]

Excellent photos everyone :sunny:
I've just added Clint's photos to my writeup on ADV.

[justabum]

Hi.

Finally home after a slow and zig zaggy, but very enjoyable ride to see East Cape lighthouse and then back home. With my tent pitched in a few DOC campsites on the way home.

Just wanted to thank Pete heaps for his (and his families) amazing hospitality and kindness.

A great ride and weekend.

Thanks again.

[pomgolian]

Hi.

Finally home after a slow and zig zaggy, but very enjoyable ride to see East Cape lighthouse and then back home. With my tent pitched in a few DOC campsites on the way home.

Just wanted to thank Pete heaps for his (and his families) amazing hospitality and kindness.

A great ride and weekend.

Thanks again.

Hi John did you stay at Waipiro bay ? i went to the top of the hill for petrol but pumps empty, found fuel a bit futher down the road then the bike ran like shit all the way to Gisborne until i worked out my GPS plug was blocking the small air inlet hole ontop of the air-box. Paul