ABSAR (Auckland Based Saturday Adventure Rides) [Archive]

10bikekid

15th June 2013, 06:46

Am looking to do a perhaps monthly Saturday adventure ride, there are some other organised rides but unfortunately they are general on a Sunday (being a good church mouse and generally wanting a rest on a Sunday as well, they don't suit me)

Am about to fit a TKC80 front tire to the KTM to make it easier to get onto Murawia beach (bike doesn't steer well in the softer sand with the stock MT90) and have a DRBIG with Knobbies (Trail tires would probable be Ok for most rides on lighter bikes) and between that and the North and South Gravel roads within a 100ks or so of Auckland there are plenty of places to ride.

Anyone interested ?

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Well its not raining so will kit up and head out to Murawia for a quick skirt before heading over to Action wreckers for a new warrant for DR

That looks like fun

15th June 2013, 10:14

10bikekid

15th June 2013, 11:36

Check out the northern gravel adventure riders, they seem fairly active up your way. Be aware their rides have a price.
Either that or you can head south and come on the free rides :woohoo:

or wait until they run the same ride and charge ya for it :nya:

Hi TLLF
Yep I am a member of that group :yes: but as I mentioned they mostly ride on a Sunday (when they ride Saturday am at most of their events :woohoo: and don't mind promoting them here either)

Have done the Forgotten Highway down your way a few time on KTM, its not really ADVriding as such but still a hoot with the 100mph gravel section in the middle

tri boy

15th June 2013, 15:03

Have done the Forgotten Highway down your way a few time on KTM, its not really ADVriding as such but still a hoot with the 100mph gravel section in the middle

Go to the Naki via Ohura, then out the back via the Waitanga's.
Forgotten hwy is a transit route nowadays. MHO

That looks like fun

15th June 2013, 16:04

Na, just stick to that forgotten world highway :scooter: Nothing more to see down here :oi-grr:

10bikekid

15th June 2013, 17:04

Go to the Naki via Ohura, then out the back via the Waitanga's.
Forgotten hwy is a transit route nowadays. MHO

Na, just stick to that forgotten world highway :scooter: Nothing more to see down here :oi-grr:

Some infighting in the Naki ?? :corn:

That's a good Saturday ride for sure might have to take friday off as well :woohoo:

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That looks like fun

15th June 2013, 18:43

Some infighting in the Naki ?? :corn:

tri boy :Oi: you shifted to the naki mate :woohoo: Or do them buggers north of the bombay slope think the rest of noosealan is all Naki :nya:
How glorious it would be if it was :woohoo:

10bikekid

15th June 2013, 19:09

That looks like fun

15th June 2013, 20:30

We only think, Out of Auckland :gob:

The rest of us think all the time :whistle:

LankyBastard

15th June 2013, 20:35

Sounds like something I'd be very keen in signing up for! Always up for getting out off the beaten track on the DRZ :woohoo:

10bikekid

15th June 2013, 21:06

The rest of us think all the time :whistle:

Small town disease ?? ;)

Just kidding you know, would love to live out of the big smoke but have work to do :angry:

10bikekid

15th June 2013, 21:09

Sounds like something I'd be very keen in signing up for! Always up for getting out off the beaten track on the DRZ :woohoo:

You'd be welcome :yes:

Am planning a ride :scooter: next Saturday (subject to subtropical storms) and will keep you posted here

tri boy

16th June 2013, 10:19

tri boy :Oi: you shifted to the naki mate

Nah. Failed the final entrance exam.:o
That banjo pluck'n is reeeal difi, diffi,............hard.:wacko:

That looks like fun

16th June 2013, 17:30

Nah. Failed the final entrance exam.:o
That banjo pluck'n is reeeal difi, diffi,............hard.:wacko:

Ha!! now ya know what the sixth finger is fur ;)

10bikekid

20th June 2013, 23:06

Well I know it looks bad out there but it is supposed to clear for Saturday, so if the planets line up and my Kenda K784 gets fitted to KTs front hoop tomorrow then a couple of us are planing to leave from Z gas station at Westgate at 9am heading towards metal roads on and up to Puhoi, up from there to West Coast Rd, back to Wisons Rd Parakia, onto the Beach and down to Murawia and Home,

If anyone else is interested let us know and will arrange meet up

LankyBastard

21st June 2013, 08:54

I'd be keen as but heading out tomorrow morning to look at a new bike trailer for our KTM's, then hopefully we'll be taking those very KTM's up to the sandpit for the afternoon. Anyone else coming on the NGARNZ ride on Sunday?

10bikekid

21st June 2013, 20:33

Well it looks like we are all go for the first sorty, new Kenda big block fitted to the front and someone to keep me company on our road gravel and sand tire test (Bit worried about the 160kph Q rating, hope that's not a problem, I quess sand is soft so shouldnt be an issue there :crazy:)

anyone else out there interested we will be leaving from Z service station Westgate at 915am tomorrow route as per previos post

Lanky, would do NGARNZ ride sept not available Sundays and may zoot past Bike park about 3pm on way down beach tomorrow, How do we identify you from all the other KTM guys there :eek5:

LankyBastard

21st June 2013, 22:17

10bikekid

21st June 2013, 22:44

Bugger I couldn't join you tomorrow, should be a good day for a ride.

Easy to spot the better half and I, look for the mediocre talent trying (and failing) to pull wheelies everywhere followed by Becca on her Freeride with one of those 'here we go again' looks on her face.

Let me know when the next ride is on, I'm always keen! :yes:

A woman on a freeride pointing the finger:oi-grr: at a fellow on 250XCF, easy.

We wont be hard to spot either, Double sized orange Dirt Bikes that rumble :wacko:

10bikekid

22nd June 2013, 08:48

Day looks ok

Leaving in 10 for Z westgate

10bikekid

23rd June 2013, 15:40

Well that's number one out of the way
Meu, KT the DR and Mr Red Jacket rugged up warm and headed out, found some metal and sand to test KT's new front tire, took in some cool scenery and ended up at the Bike park to tease the dirt bike guys into thinking we were going to do some forrest loops

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dino3310

23rd June 2013, 22:48

Devil

25th June 2013, 14:40

I'm keen on coming along i'm just busy as shit at the moment, so rarely available. Missed out on heaps of riding time!

10bikekid

26th June 2013, 22:47

nice photos bro, good to see the ole girl out and about...
is that a CB1300 in the stable (1st photo)

i was in bed most of the weekend, got up to start ripping the old side deck apart today only to end up back in bed.....nasty bug this bugga:oi-grr:

Those bugs can hang on but allways remember the saying "Even this will pass" :wacko:

Bike is what the CB1300 was copied from
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CB1000 Super 4 Project Big 1, have a thing for motorcycles with the word Big in their name

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dino3310

27th June 2013, 19:18

, have a thing for motorcycles with the word Big in their name

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must be over compensating for something else:whistle:

10bikekid

27th June 2013, 21:43

So you think having Big 1 written on the side panel of your bike is not subtle enough :crazy:;)

dino3310

28th June 2013, 21:18

buy the number of bikes i'd have to say Big stable

10bikekid

29th June 2013, 06:48

Heading for the dunes today in the 4 wheeled roofed motor bike, its the soft option I know but the heater will be nice on my feet

(my excuse is I'm taking a non motorcyclist for a gander)

Low tide at Murawai 827am (high 230pm)

will take some pics for proof

10bikekid

30th June 2013, 21:33

Well I know its not a bike but it can still be fun if you try hard enough
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NordieBoy

1st July 2013, 07:33

And it looks like hard you had to try...

10bikekid

1st July 2013, 23:05

And it looks like hard you had to try...

The hardest thing is trying to get out to take pics (gravity is strong at 45+ Degrees)
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NordieBoy

2nd July 2013, 17:52

The hardest thing is trying to get out to take pics (gravity is strong at 45+ Degrees)

Can fair put the shits up ya...
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10bikekid

2nd July 2013, 20:05

Yer, :facepalm:

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10bikekid

6th July 2013, 06:37

Well everones still asleep so it must be time to head out then

Quick jaunt to Murawai down by the creek ought to do it

Will see how new Kenda works now its scrubbed in a bit :woohoo:

dino3310

17th July 2013, 17:58

Gremlin

17th July 2013, 18:08

Hey any of you Auckland fellas live in or near Howick, i've got a kids helmet i need picked up. I won it on trademe but the postage they want is waaaaay up there so if someone could pick it up and take it home i'll call in next time im up those ways....
I'm very local if it helps - Bucklands Beach (and not nearly as insane as regular adv riders)...

Flick me a PM if you want my help.

10bikekid

23rd August 2013, 06:37

At last an organized Saturday Ride :banana:

Meet at BP Kumeu this Saturday at 9am, Northern Gravel Rider Members Free, $20 for non members

These guys put on a good ride so be there or be square :rolleyes: (should arrive back at Northshore at about 4)

gwynfryn

23rd August 2013, 08:06

Much less traffic at night.

10bikekid

23rd August 2013, 14:02

Much less traffic at night.

Adjusted to am :laugh:

paturoa

23rd August 2013, 14:40

Is there more info or a link to the route?

EDIT: Found it on their facebum page https://www.facebook.com/pages/Northern-Gravel-Adventure-Riders-Nz/239093809485610
EDIT2: Nothing on the route or roads but I'll pass on this one as I did most of those last Sunday including Kaipara Hills Rd, Old Woodcocks, Ahuroa, Krippner etc

10bikekid

23rd August 2013, 19:20

paturoa

23rd August 2013, 19:57

Pity as would been good to catch up and its fun riding with a larger group in regard to comradery :mellow:

Yeah OK then, nice roads, see you there.

10bikekid

23rd August 2013, 20:18

Yeah OK then, nice roads, see you there.

That was an easy twist of the arm (to say hello how can I tell you apart from all the other 1190ADVers :wacko: )

Im easy to find My 950 is orange ;)

paturoa

23rd August 2013, 20:31

Im easy to find My 950 is orange ;)

Isn't it supposed to be the colour of dirt?

Crisis management

23rd August 2013, 20:48

Should be a pleasant ride, I thought about tagging along but something called work is taking precidence. Enjoy it guys, the roads should be in a lovely state of slipperiness!

PS. KTM orange actually is the same colour as Riverhead clay.....

10bikekid

23rd August 2013, 21:47

Isn't it supposed to be the colour of dirt?

with a smattering of gravel grey pearl.

See you in the Morning (my bike has the number 10 all over it if you get lost in the crowd)

Should be a pleasant ride, I thought about tagging along but something called work is taking precidence. Enjoy it guys, the roads should be in a lovely state of slipperiness!

PS. KTM orange actually is the same colour as Riverhead clay.....

Thanks will do ones best :rolleyes:

PS, Turtle wax gives it the wet Riverhead clay look :eek:

paturoa

24th August 2013, 16:45

Well that was fun. Nice bunch of people.

10bikekid

26th August 2013, 21:46

Yer, it was a nice little run:scooter:, will post up some pics later

10bikekid

27th August 2013, 22:45

Shots from ride

mickeyboy

6th September 2013, 12:51

nice slide mark

Am looking to do a perhaps monthly Saturday adventure ride, there are some other organised rides but unfortunately they are general on a Sunday (being a good church mouse and generally wanting a rest on a Sunday as well, they don't suit me)

Am about to fit a TKC80 front tire to the KTM to make it easier to get onto Murawia beach (bike doesn't steer well in the softer sand with the stock MT90) and have a DRBIG with Knobbies (Trail tires would probable be Ok for most rides on lighter bikes) and between that and the North and South Gravel roads within a 100ks or so of Auckland there are plenty of places to ride.

Anyone interested ?

Well its not raining so will kit up and head out to Murawia for a quick skirt before heading over to Action wreckers for a new warrant for DR

10bikekid

6th September 2013, 17:10

Hello stranger :cool:

As you well know, child's play on a 100hp dirt bike :eek:

Not staged at all as there just so happened to be a camera there:rolleyes:
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What you up to Mick

osirisx3

12th September 2013, 19:31

dino3310

12th September 2013, 20:17

Hello stranger :cool:

As you well know, child's play on a 100hp dirt bike :eek:

Not staged at all as there just so happened to be a camera there:rolleyes:

What you up to Mick

must have been on a fast repeat shutter speed as ive seen that one before:rolleyes:

dino3310

12th September 2013, 20:23

osirisx3

12th September 2013, 22:47

so 30 years and a divorce ya might have had a new 690 then.:D
just start trolling and posting at will to get the thread count up:eek:

hook up with CHRIS he's got some pretty cool rides up his sleeve or 10bikekid for some beach bashing, they dont charge for there rides:Pokey:

Thanks for the head's up.

Only the lawyers can can afford a NEW bike after a divorce. Nah, like the 625 just right for dune bashing as well as he gravel so quite happy with it.http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/images/icons/icon11.png

10bikekid

13th September 2013, 19:42

must have been on a fast repeat shutter speed as ive seen that one before:rolleyes:

Quiet in the cheap seats :laugh:

10bikekid

13th September 2013, 19:48

Hi Ya,

New here. 625sxc rider. back into riding after a 30 year absence. Yep, that's what marriage does. Heading up to the NGRANZ ride this weekend but keen to join a bunch of riders on any adventures going!

Been following this thread and tried to PM but apparently "my involvement is not enough to PM". sigh.

Thanks for the head's up.

Only the lawyers can can afford a NEW bike after a divorce. Nah, like the 625 just right for dune bashing as well as he gravel so quite happy with it.http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/images/icons/icon11.png

Yer mate , your welcome to tag along on some free and not so free rides, I do NGRANZ rides when they are on Saturday and my own rides when they are not, Have been trying to coordinate with Hamilton guys but they are a hard bunch to pin down for a Sat ride. :yes:

BTW, I'm married so am not allowed out every weekend ;)

dino3310

14th September 2013, 15:09

Have been trying to coordinate with Hamilton guys but they are a hard bunch to pin down for a Sat ride. :yes:

;)

summers just around the corner brother:Punk:

10bikekid

18th September 2013, 21:07

summers just around the corner brother:Punk:

Soon :sunny:

R650R

24th September 2013, 08:18

Hey AKLDrs, keep an eye out for this DR650... stolen up your way...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/161113-Stolen-07-dr650-auckland?p=1130616288#post1130616288

10bikekid

24th September 2013, 16:58

Hey AKLDrs, keep an eye out for this DR650... stolen up your way...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/161113-Stolen-07-dr650-auckland?p=1130616288#post1130616288

Stink one, will keep an eye out

Stolen - '07 dr650 - auckland
Suzuki DR650SE 2007 model stolen from West Harbour, Auckland last night (discovered today, 24th September 2013).

Number plate 76ZBK

Colour is black with white rear plastic (covering the exhaust and other side) has Enduro stickers on those white panels. White sticker on the front light part as well (with the rego + wof stuck on there).

If anyone sees this bike, please report it to the cops, or give me a call on 021 444 321.

No insurance, so if you see anything, please let me know (yes, I know I should have it insured, haven't had it very long and hadn't gotten around to transferring insurance from my old bike to this one...yes, the bike I sold a month ago still has insurance, but not this new one )

10bikekid

25th September 2013, 19:28

Looks like we are heading South with Northern Gravel Riders this Saturday

Will be leaving N Shore about 845 for meet up at Caltex Bombay if anyone interested Free for members $20 non members, will be good ride and all bike and tire friendly, even a Harley could do it (but real slow :facepalm:)
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dino3310

25th September 2013, 19:38

wheres the ride heading

10bikekid

25th September 2013, 19:47

wheres the ride heading

Only Know we are meeting at Caltex Bombays at 9:30 and Lunching at Nikau caves (will shout you if you want to come)
Am Taking DR this Time
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dino3310

25th September 2013, 20:09

naa all good mate, just been told the kids buses are saterday

10bikekid

25th September 2013, 20:13

naa all good mate, just been told the kids buses are saterday

No worries, will come down again on DR when you Wiakato guys are ready and gravel rock hard

( kids buses?? :confused:)

dino3310

25th September 2013, 20:16

school holidays

10bikekid

25th September 2013, 20:21

school holidays

Ohh yer, I remember them when I was young like you ;)

10bikekid

27th September 2013, 19:59

Looks like weather will be ok for ride tomorrow :Punk:

Chain lubed, Oil level check, tire pressures check

Time to let the animal out of its cage
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10bikekid

3rd October 2013, 20:47

Shot from last Saturdays ride with Northern Gravel

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10bikekid

19th October 2013, 15:27

Well this-mornings ride was going well until this happened
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Excuses

Sand was real soft today at Murawai
Rear tire is bald
Was running from the police

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Keithf

27th October 2013, 17:51

I am keen to team up with any like minded riders for a good blat - based in South Auckland but happy to go north or south

10bikekid

28th October 2013, 15:47

I am keen to team up with any like minded riders for a good blat - based in South Auckland but happy to go north or south

Hi Keith, I post any non crack of dawn Saturday Adv morning rides I do here and you are welcome to tag along.

You can also call or Txt me on 021 982 951, and try twist my arm in between my normal rides :woohoo:

PS, cool bike

Mark

dino3310

28th October 2013, 15:52

looks like you need someone along with a lighter bike to tow you out of some of your photo's:nya:

10bikekid

28th October 2013, 18:04

looks like you need someone along with a lighter bike to tow you out of some of your photo's:nya:

Funny you should say that, I could have picked it up on my own (just) but couldn't be bothered,:sweatdrop so flagged down a runner on the beach to help (he did most of the lifting :yes:)

Used a long stick on this occasion
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10bikekid

6th March 2014, 09:15

Been a bit slack here but as a bit of a bump some more recent pic's

dino3310

6th March 2014, 10:15

The BIG still looks Grouse:Punk:

10bikekid

6th March 2014, 10:21

The BIG still looks Grouse:Punk:

It really is a great bike, the more I ride it the more I realise that.

Not trying to rub it in but with the setup we got now, tires and a bit less weight she is close to the mark

BTW, I would consider and XR6hundy otherwise, or even dare I say it the 5hundy (am still hunting for a good North Island one)

I know you've seen pic's but others may not have

oneblackflag

6th March 2014, 12:13

Been a bit slack here but as a bit of a bump some more resent pic's

:love: your DR.

Havent seen this thread in a while must sub.

Whats the KTM?

Waihou Thumper

6th March 2014, 17:26

:love: your DR.

Want one?...

oneblackflag

6th March 2014, 17:31

Want one?...

Honestly dont think I'm man enough:apumpin:

Lifting and pushing the WR up to the summit of Thompson's nearly broke me..... Have mostly been in bed for 6 months though<_<

10bikekid

6th March 2014, 21:16

:love: your DR.

Havent seen this thread in a while must sub.

Whats the KTM?

Honestly dont think I'm man enough:apumpin:

Lifting and pushing the WR up to the summit of Thompson's nearly broke me..... Have mostly been in bed for 6 months though<_<

The KTM was an old 690R :rolleyes:

I had an DR800 as offered to you and it was a great road and gravel bike
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so would fill the Adv road touring bit quite well but like my KTM950 at over 200kg they are to say the least difficult off-road particularly if there's any moisture around :crazy:

10bikekid

6th March 2014, 21:18

Want one?...

Are you a bike whore, you just bought it :confused:

Would love to add it to my collection as yours is a nice one but alas there's the issue of money and staying married <_<

Waihou Thumper

7th March 2014, 05:54

Are you a bike whore, you just bought it :confused:

Would love to add it to my collection as yours is a nice one but alas there's the issue of money and staying married <_<

I am giving up riding....altogether!
The DR800, R100GS PD and the aprilia Tuareg are on the market. Plus, I have all the adv tyres, spares, kit and ka-boodle to list...
Had enough...full stop, the end!
As soon as I have the dosh to list, I will put 'em all on Trade Me. So pass the word....

Crisis management

7th March 2014, 07:48

Mark, tell me about the GS, I'm looking for one, money burning a hole in my pocket... Iain

Waihou Thumper

7th March 2014, 12:37

Mark, tell me about the GS, I'm looking for one, money burning a hole in my pocket... Iain

Hi matey, PM sent to you. Cheers.

10bikekid

7th March 2014, 18:39

I am giving up riding....altogether!
The DR800, R100GS PD and the aprilia Tuareg are on the market. Plus, I have all the adv tyres, spares, kit and ka-boodle to list...
Had enough...full stop, the end!
As soon as I have the dosh to list, I will put 'em all on Trade Me. So pass the word....

Mark, tell me about the GS, I'm looking for one, money burning a hole in my pocket... Iain

There you go, soon you may have the dosh and you wont need to sell the others (or at least the DR):woohoo:

dino3310

7th March 2014, 19:07

There you go, soon you may have the dosh and you wont need to sell the others (or at least the DR):woohoo:

dont encourage him to keep them...... buy the 800 and lend me the 750:D

10bikekid

7th March 2014, 19:11

dont encourage him to keep them...... buy the 800 and lend me the 750:D

Shhh, :shutup: its reverse Psychology :shifty:

dino3310

7th March 2014, 19:14

same here, i really want the 800:p

10bikekid

7th March 2014, 19:42

:shit: :laugh:

MXNUT

8th March 2014, 12:50

I am giving up riding....altogether!
:killingme

What you meant to say was `I am giving up riding altogether this week `

Come on Mark, we all know that by this time next month you will have a least 2 new/different bikes in your shed :devil2:

10bikekid

10th March 2014, 21:56

:killingme

What you meant to say was `I am giving up riding altogether this week `

Come on Mark, we all know that by this time next month you will have a least 2 new/different bikes in your shed :devil2:

I sometimes feel that way after a real big ride,:facepalm: but wake the next morning thinking are you out of your mind :shit:

10bikekid

25th March 2014, 17:38

Much fun for a Saturday morning :Punk:

Waihou Thumper

25th March 2014, 17:45

Come on Mark, we all know that by this time next month you will have a least 2 new/different bikes in your shed :devil2:

Actually mate, you are so far off from that comment, I need to comment....so, to answer...Nope!

10bikekid

25th March 2014, 17:58

Actually mate, you are so far off from that comment, I need to comment....so, to answer...Nope!

Maybe he had his Marks confused as at the moment I fit that bill :shifty:

I tried to give up buying but in the end didn't have the will power :no:

10bikekid

4th April 2014, 17:11

Am planning doing this in the morning if anyone is interested http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/164915-The-alternative-Waikato-ADV-riders-thread?p=1130702817#post1130702817

10bikekid

6th April 2014, 22:43

Ride was a corker details here http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/164915-The-alternative-Waikato-ADV-riders-thread?p=1130703631#post1130703631

10bikekid

19th April 2014, 08:37

Thats it I'm heading for the Beach, cant wait for others to organize a ride as it doesn't seem to happen :bleh:

oneblackflag

20th April 2014, 00:06

Thats it I'm heading for the Beach, cant wait for others to organize a ride as it doesn't seem to happen :bleh:

Lone Wolf :headbang:

What did you do....?

oneblackflag

20th April 2014, 00:14

If only I was living in Auckland again... :heart:

(So not gay for me to say that)

10bikekid

20th April 2014, 19:59

Lone Wolf :headbang:

What did you do....?

Its just my rides are so last minutes there little chance anyone could get ready in time :rolleyes:

The two stroke has died (no spark) so pulled at the trusty DRBig as she's a cracker. did my usual run through to Muriwai, top up the 29 litre tank just in case I ended up the wildness and so I could use as much throttle as I wanted. Noted that the 725cc 4 stroke feels like its being towed by the hand of God when given throttle (lots of torque)

Stop at the Beach for a Bottle of Mocha and to watch the horses and 4wd's (most of them returned after a few minutes as tide was about 3/4 and its a bit tough going in the water logged sand,

Made the call and headed up the beach the 12ks to Rimmers Road, kept the DR in 3rd gear at about 5000 revs and was able to hold 60-70kph without straining the old girl to much (I'm sure the horse guys thought I was made heading up into the incoming tide but DR has done before) at times I'm not sure if the clutch was slipping or she was wheel spinning as revs and speed didn't always match but the show must go on and as the 2x 60k speeds signs came into site I was relieved and shot straight through the 4wd access and to my favourite stop over amongst the trees, could have fried my breakfast on the engine but the DR never complains.

Did a ride through the bike park car-park and enjoyed the what the heck looks from all the Dirt bikers doing a couple of the hill climbs on the assess ways just show that the Doctor is a proper dirt bike and high tailed it up the metal road heading for the main highway, those 606's have a lot of grip so am looking forward to a good run on some real loose stuff up the Waikato way soon.

Arrived home for lunch after buzzing as many cars as I could (safely of course) satisfied that MR Big is one fine piece of kit

Pictures to follow (loading now)

calfinm

26th April 2014, 18:47

Its just my rides are so last minutes there little chance anyone could get ready in time :rolleyes:

The two stroke has died (no spark) so pulled at the trusty DRBig as she's a cracker. did my usual run through to Muriwai, top up the 29 litre tank just in case I ended up the wildness and so I could use as much throttle as I wanted. Noted that the 725cc 4 stroke feels like its being towed by the hand of God when given throttle (lots of torque)

Stop at the Beach for a Bottle of Mocha and to watch the horses and 4wd's (most of them returned after a few minutes as tide was about 3/4 and its a bit tough going in the water logged sand,

Made the call and headed up the beach the 12ks to Rimmers Road, kept the DR in 3rd gear at about 5000 revs and was able to hold 60-70kph without straining the old girl to much (I'm sure the horse guys thought I was made heading up into the incoming tide but DR has done before) at times I'm not sure if the clutch was slipping or she was wheel spinning as revs and speed didn't always match but the show must go on and as the 2x 60k speeds signs came into site I was relieved and shot straight through the 4wd access and to my favourite stop over amongst the trees, could have fried my breakfast on the engine but the DR never complains.

Did a ride through the bike park car-park and enjoyed the what the heck looks from all the Dirt bikers doing a couple of the hill climbs on the assess ways just show that the Doctor is a proper dirt bike and high tailed it up the metal road heading for the main highway, those 606's have a lot of grip so am looking forward to a good run on some real loose stuff up the Waikato way soon.

Arrived home for lunch after buzzing as many cars as I could (safely of course) satisfied that MR Big is one fine piece of kit

Pictures to follow (loading now)

That DR is a fantastic looking bike. I must follow this thread, Ive moved up south head way and take my bikes up Muriwai often, would be great to tag along next time.

10bikekid

26th April 2014, 22:53

That DR is a fantastic looking bike. I must follow this thread, Ive moved up south head way and take my bikes up Muriwai often, would be great to tag along next time.

Thanks, and you'd be most welcome, in fact that would be wise as I did another run the day after my last report and got into a little bit of trouble,:rolleyes: will post details later

10bikekid

11th May 2014, 22:40

Did this Northern Gravel Tokoroa ride yesterday, it was a Big day, left Auckland at 5am and got back at 10pm after a total of about 800ks

dino3310

12th May 2014, 19:31

nice one bro, BIG day

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10bikekid

13th May 2014, 08:01

nice one bro, BIG day

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Yer, still recovering :baby:

Great ride though
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oneblackflag

14th May 2014, 08:46

Yer, still recovering :baby:

Great ride though

Looks like it. Is that one of those damn cool WRRs I see? almost taking the shine away from Dr big.

10bikekid

14th May 2014, 21:51

Looks like it. Is that one of those damn cool WRRs I see? almost taking the shine away from Dr big.

Almost:crazy:, but not quite :msn-wink:

Story, Came upon the WR on a slippery down hill I was already committed to more speed but notice he had a little shimmy in the front and was hanging on for grim death, went by as straight as I could hoping for the best and did the same at the bottom of the hill (did my best to make it seem all in a days work)
He stayed well away from me after that (probably didn't want to be squashed) and little did he know I was freaking to :facepalm:

10bikekid

31st May 2014, 17:46

Did 200ks today on my way home, Up the beach, a rest in the forest and bit of metal in between and some nice twisted rural tarseal :wings:

My couch can be sat in without to much quilt now

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Keithf

31st May 2014, 18:18

just down the road from the bike park?

10bikekid

31st May 2014, 18:20

just down the road from the bike park?

Yer, my visor cleaning and drink spot on my way onto the beach, if I lie down there can fall asleep pretty easy as pretty tranquil with a bit of dirt bike noise for added spice (top spot) :cool:

PS< usually do a run through bike park car park and a couple of loop trails to tease dirt bikers into thinking I'm heading on to the main trails, to the expressions of no not on that whale :shit:

10bikekid

12th August 2014, 20:02

Am hoping some Aucklander are going to be interested at least this summer

Unfortunately I'm a bit a misfit and do my riding on Saturdays (work on soulish things on Sundays)

Anyway bit of a bump
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oneblackflag

12th August 2014, 20:26

10bikekid

12th August 2014, 21:15

Im no Aucklander but I do like a good Latte, so I'll be up a couple times.

Nice, I expect to be that way a bit to, as I say pity lot of rides are on Sunday as I usually cant make them

We need a proper data base really as that's how most of those groups that you need to pay for just to ride the roads do it :yes:

Do enjoy those rides but am unsure how much they really like your company when they are taking your money as well <_<

oneblackflag

12th August 2014, 21:17

Nice, I expect to be that way a bit to, as I say pity lot of rides are on Sunday as I usually cant make them

We need a proper data base really as that's how most of those groups that you need to pay for just to ride the roads do it :yes:

Build it and they will come.

10bikekid

12th August 2014, 21:22

Build it and they will come.

Good idea, emails the best, will wait till everyone gets a bit more in the mood once sun comes out a bit more, would help for the Hamilton rides as well me thinks :mellow:

My details Mark, 021 982 951 mark@automaticgates.co.nz would have to label it as "Auckland Adventure Rides" or it might go in the spam bin with the 50 others daily though :facepalm:

Nacnud12

12th August 2014, 22:23

I'm pretty new to it all but would love to come out on some rides!

Kaituna

12th August 2014, 22:53

Build it and they will come.

I am going to come with you so just text my phone when you are ready :)

oneblackflag

12th August 2014, 22:57

I am going to come with you so just text my phone when you are ready :)

This isn't some weird sexual thing is it?:blink:

Kaituna

12th August 2014, 23:20

This isn't some weird sexual thing is it?:blink:
Only in your dreams big boy

Keithf

13th August 2014, 06:10

let me know as well..................

Nice, I expect to be that way a bit to, as I say pity lot of rides are on Sunday as I usually cant make them

We need a proper data base really as that's how most of those groups that you need to pay for just to ride the roads do it :yes:

Do enjoy those rides but am unsure how much they really like your company when they are taking your money as well <_<

10bikekid

13th August 2014, 21:02

I'm pretty new to it all but would love to come out on some rides!

You'd be most welcome if you like, Txt me your details on 021 982 951 and I will start a private Txt and email Data base for Auckland

Your all welcome to do so and we can get this thing up and running for the good weather

10bikekid

13th August 2014, 21:04

let me know as well..................

Sure things Keith as per previous post, besides I'm guessing you know your way around better than the rest of us so would make a good ride leader :ride:

PS, I'm good with beach rides, get on the beach, ride up it, get off ride the metal to the main road and ride home :rolleyes:

10bikekid

13th August 2014, 21:07

This isn't some weird sexual thing is it?:blink:

Did sound a bit dodgy :shit:

BTW, its not that type of group :nono: :laugh:

oneblackflag

13th August 2014, 21:09

Did sound a bit dodgy :shit:

BTW, its not that type of group :nono: :laugh:

So no Hondas?:msn-wink:

10bikekid

13th August 2014, 21:12

So no Hondas?:msn-wink:

Not wanting to sound Hondaphobic, but nah,:msn-wink: (Deano's is never registered anyway)

Kaituna

13th August 2014, 21:38

So no Hondas?:msn-wink:

Then who will sweep and pick you up off the road?

oneblackflag

13th August 2014, 21:41

Then who will sweep and pick you up off the road?

Fair point. :hug:

10bikekid

13th August 2014, 21:58

Oops I forgot I own a Honda ( 3 actually ) :wacko:

Honda's are back in :rolleyes:

Kaituna

13th August 2014, 22:14

Oops I forgot I own a Honda ( 3 actually ) :wacko:

Honda's are back in :rolleyes:

Good. I might come and display some skill then. Just wait for me at the corners lol

10bikekid

13th August 2014, 22:32

Good. I might come and display some skill then. Just wait for me at the corners lol

Dominators are good sliders, brake straight, turn with leg out, and gas it, then we won't need to wait :cool:
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