RemoteMoto.com - The New Zealand Diaries

[RMOTO]

The approval for a thread about RemoteMoto came through from the mods, so here we go…

[RMOTO]

Video from the latest trip where the fly rod came out for the start of the new fishing season

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[RMOTO]

Photos and ride report from a couple of days riding including the opening of the Molesworth

Link > Molesworth Opening 2014 (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/molesworth-opening-2014/)

[RMOTO]

The Leatham River 4X4 Track and the Branch River 4X4 Track have been updated based on the recent ride (October 2014).

The updates include photos plus actual changes to the route grading

Link > Leatham River 4X4 Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/leatham-river-4x4-track/)

Link > Branch River 4X4 Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/branch-river-4x4-track/)

[RMOTO]

The Maungatapu Track and Maitai Valley Road have been updated plus split into separate route articles allowing for separate reviews

Link > Maungatapu Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/maungatapu-track/)

Link > Maitai Valley Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/maitai-valley-road/)

[RMOTO]

Hi all, I'm currently on a trip doing dry runs of riding and fly fishing route packages for the RemoteMoto website. I have a photo thread here for those interested:

Link > Wandering New Zealand on a bike with a fly rod (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1025857)

[dino3310]

shes a bit of paradise Josh, fantastic photos mate.

[RMOTO]

shes a bit of paradise Josh, fantastic photos mate.

Cheers mate, too right :niceone:

[RMOTO]

Lots of new campsites and other features added to Milford Sound:

Link > Milford Sound (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/sh94-te-anau-to-milford-sound/)

Update to ride report:

Link > Wandering NZ on a bike with a rod (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1025857&page=2)



Where did all the sunshine go?? :scratch:

[RMOTO]

Very interesting spring weather so far huh? Very very volatile! A few good days amongst the wet and windy though

Latest update to the ride report:

Link > Wandering NZ on a bike with a fly rod (http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1025857&page=4)

[RMOTO]

Merry Christmas and happy New Year to you all! I've just published the latest RemoteMoto Ride Report from the November and December ride. It sure it is refreshing to finally see the sun as I can assure you I saw one heck of a lot of rain over those two months :eek5:

Link > Wandering NZ on a bike with a fly rod (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/spring-trip-2014/)

I'm back to base with an arsenal of great new routes to load up to the RemoteMoto website. Additionally there are a couple of new features that have been developed over the last few months plus there is some exciting news for the North Island riders; more info to follow soon ;)

[Night Falcon]

Nice work Josh!
Be great to see some North Island routes on the RMoto site:cool: handy site in any case...especially the gear reviews :niceone:

[RMOTO]

Nice work Josh!
Be great to see some North Island routes on the RMoto site:cool: handy site in any case...especially the gear reviews :niceone:

Hi ya Night Falcon, cheers, hold tight mate as there's some good stuff rolling out soon :msn-wink:

[RMOTO]

Howdy all, a new RemoteMoto Newsletter was sent out to all the RemoteMoto Members and Riders, for those of you who haven't joined that want a peak at all the prizes and good stuff in that newsletter, you can view it here: RemoteMoto Newsletter #1 (http://eepurl.com/bbUpab)

[RMOTO]

Another engine failure left just 9 days to build a bike ready for Bannockburn 2015. With lots of late nights swinging spanners fitting a freshly rebuilt engine into a brand-new chassis, swapping adventure gear off the existing bike plus a few additional modifications, a new machine has come to life!

Photos of the new build here: Mad Dash Rebuild (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/mad-dash-drz400-build/)

[RMOTO]

DRZ400 - A 3 year review as an adventure bike (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-review-pros-and-cons-as-an-adventure-bike/)

[Night Falcon]

DRZ400 - A 3 year review as an adventure bike (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-review-pros-and-cons-as-an-adventure-bike/)

good read Josh, 690 should fit you like a hand in a glove - recommend the Rally Raid tank bolt upgrade kit though; the stock tank bolts snap like pretzels with any weight on the rear end....unless KTM has finally got round to making them out of stainless steel instead of scrap metal from recycled baked bean tins?

[.chris]

good read Josh, 690 should fit you like a hand in a glove - recommend the Rally Raid tank bolt upgrade kit though; the stock tank bolts snap like pretzels with any weight on the rear end....unless KTM has finally got round to making them out of stainless steel instead of scrap metal from recycled baked bean tins?

You are right about the 690 it is a great option.

My tank bolts are still stock, but only soft luggage and light weight gear for me (must be the key).

Great updates to the site Josh, excellent to see new routes being added over the riding season. :clap:

[RMOTO]

good read Josh, 690 should fit you like a hand in a glove - recommend the Rally Raid tank bolt upgrade kit though; the stock tank bolts snap like pretzels with any weight on the rear end....unless KTM has finally got round to making them out of stainless steel instead of scrap metal from recycled baked bean tins?

Hi ya Night Falcon, you're on the money with your tips, it seems a few things need addressing off the factory floor. I am sketching out the new build and appreciating the high number of options available. One decision I am yet to make is choosing between the Rally Raid Adventure Kit EVO1

http://www.rally-raidproducts.co.uk/image/cache/data/RALLY%20BIKE%201-500x500.JPG

or the DOTTORI Nuovo Africa Kit

http://www.albertodottori.net/images/ktm%20690%20red%20bull%201.jpg

They are both very nice looking kits


You are right about the 690 it is a great option.

My tank bolts are still stock, but only soft luggage and light weight gear for me (must be the key).

Great updates to the site Josh, excellent to see new routes being added over the riding season. :clap:

Hi ya Chris, yes looking forward to the new toy, mostly the increase in HP :drool:.

The route updates to the website are still a little slow as huge portions of time is being spent with the programmer on the new route uploading feature, once the new feature is complete the routes will go up in rapid time. I have well over 150 routes and features logged and ready to upload.

Cheers

Josh

[Night Falcon]

FWIW I looked long and hard at the Dottori kit but decided against them - the mounting system was pretty flimsy and there were a lot of mixed reviews about the quality, Rally Raid gear by comparison appears to be bit more polished & popular - neither is cheap! You will sus it though -

The guys I bought my fairing off in Aussie also do a full kit for the 690 https://www.facebook.com/HARDkitsRR


these blokes make some as well http://www.perfect-fairings.com/en/home

Build thread will be much anticipated :drool:

[Woodman]

Shame about the DRZ, and interesting.

That second kit for the 690 looks good for standing up riding Dakar style, but would be a pain on sitting down road sections as I don't think you (or anyone of average or below height) will be able to see over the top.

[Scubbo]

ahh jeez wonder how long should keep the drz then :| was planning on putting some luggage on it

[RMOTO]

FWIW I looked long and hard at the Dottori kit but decided against them - the mounting system was pretty flimsy and there were a lot of mixed reviews about the quality[/URL]

After some more research you are quite right, they look far less substantial than the Rally Raid mounting brackets. Cheers for the links :niceone:


Shame about the DRZ, and interesting.

That second kit for the 690 looks good for standing up riding Dakar style, but would be a pain on sitting down road sections as I don't think you (or anyone of average or below height) will be able to see over the top.

It is a tad on the high side considering Alberto is a tall fella
http://www.albertodottori.net/images/ktm%20690%20red%20bull%20015.jpg

Its surprising though, my current DRZ400 screen is quite high but doesn't impede the vision of where you naturally focus when riding
http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/174/adventure-bike-screen-2-29586.jpg

With regard to the mounting brackets however, I think I'll go Rally Raid which will avoid any issue if it did end up being too high


ahh jeez wonder how long should keep the drz then :| was planning on putting some luggage on it

I certainly didn't want to scaremonger anyone riding a DRZ400, just share the experience as factually as possible. In all honesty I carry a truck load of gear (Riding, camping, fishing, work gear and an almighty tool kit and spares) much more than most, those carrying normal weights don't seem to be experiencing the same issue.

[Crim]

690 should fit you like a hand in a glove

looking forward to the build report on this one :yes:, mon ami

[Crasherfromwayback]

Cheers for the thread. Awesome pics too!

[RMOTO]

Interestingly enough I have stumbled onto a clever Australian (hard to believe huh :shutup:) who has experience with some fairly substantial mods that could potential cure the issue. I'll be following up with him on my return to base (still down south on the bike with another week of riding left :headbang:) and see whether I'll have a crack at building up one more engine and see if the issue can be cured.

As for normal programming...


Latest additions to RemoteMoto

Old Man Range Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/old-man-range-track/)

Old Man Rock (Obelisk) (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/old-man-rock-obelisk/)

Symes Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/symes-road/)

Carricktown Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/carricktown-track/)

Hawksburn Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/hawksburn-road/)

Skippers Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/skippers-road/)

Skippers Point School (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/skippers-point-school/)

Skippers Campsite (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/skippers-campsite/)

[RMOTO]

Just arrived home after an epic three week trip that couldn’t have gone any better :headbang:

Here’s a photo laced ride report: www.remotemoto.com/articles/february-2015-gps-logging-trip-part-2/

[dino3310]

I Hate You






:laugh:


fark mate thats some dreamland for riding down there

[RMOTO]

I Hate You
:laugh:
fark mate thats some dreamland for riding down there

:bleh:

Hey ya Dino, yep, sure is some dreamland riding alright

[thepom]

can you give any more details on the engine fix that might resolve your engine failures ?

[RMOTO]

ahh jeez wonder how long should keep the drz then :| was planning on putting some luggage on it


can you give any more details on the engine fix that might resolve your engine failures ?

Hi ya Kenny, as an update to the DRZ400 situation, after winding up the recent three week ride (including Bannockburn I rode with you) the bike performed exceptionally well as it always does. Certainly there were times it was lacking power when riding with more high-performance bikes on open stretches however overall I had a blast riding it. The reality is, I wouldn't be considering changing bikes if the big end issue wasn't present.

Looking at all the time and money spent on setting that bike up, spending another $3000 to rebuild another engine in aim to detect/cure the issue is fairly insignificant in the grand scheme of things. So that's the plan. I'll be rebuilding a new engine with a couple of modifications and engine monitoring processes to find what's going on, this will all be detailed in a comprehensive article on RemoteMoto of which I'll post the link soon…

Cheers

[Scubbo]

great, look'n forward to the writeup and to see what you find!

[mattsdakar]

As usual Josh, great photo's, glad you enjoyed the ride, thanks for your company

[RMOTO]

Hi all, there is now a dedicated video section at the bottom of each article on RemoteMoto where you can upload videos. You can view an example of a video uploaded to the Nevis Road by nzrian here: http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/nevis-road/

The good bit is, adding videos puts you in with a chance to win in the RemoteMoto Newsletter prizes :woohoo:

[RMOTO]

The latest RemoteMoto Newsletter has just been released with lots of prizes and good stuff: RemoteMoto Newsletter #2 (http://eepurl.com/bfCH61)

[Tazz]

The latest RemoteMoto Newsletter has just been released with lots of prizes and good stuff: RemoteMoto Newsletter #2 (http://eepurl.com/bfCH61)

Cheers for the fuel voucher! Was a nice surprise in the mail (I hadn't had a chance to read through it at that stage!).
Good to see it all coming along. Trying to contribute to it all as time allows but wasn't expecting anything back.
Some good ride reports appearing on there too.

Will put the fuel to good use :cool:

[JATZ]

Cheers for the fuel voucher! Was a nice surprise in the mail (I hadn't had a chance to read through it at that stage!).
Good to see it all coming along. Trying to contribute to it all as time allows but wasn't expecting anything back.
Some good ride reports appearing on there too.

Will put the fuel to good use :cool:

What he said .....

I used my voucher yesterday, over Golden Bay :msn-wink: :niceone:

[RMOTO]

Cheers for the fuel voucher! ....


What he said .....

Good stuff guys, I put quite a bit of thought into what would be the best prizes for contributions to the RemoteMoto website, in the end I thought ya just can't go wrong with a fuel voucher!

[RMOTO]

I am digging up some tracks and photos to assemble some routes for one of the upcoming feature releases on RemoteMoto. I dug out a bunch of old photos from back in the day, DB1K styles. The latest photo page is more like a Cooneyr fest page with some Shrekish overtones at the moment!

http://www.remotemoto.com/latest-photos/

[RMOTO]

Latest articles on RemoteMoto

Falston Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/falston-road/)

Lochaber Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/lochaber-road/)

Orari Gorge Loop Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/orari-gorge-loop-track/)

SH87 (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/sh87/)

Ranfurly Back Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/ranfurly-back-road/)

Sedgemere to Severn 4X4 Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/sedgemere-to-severn-4x4-track/)

Mullvihill Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/mullvihill-road/)

Wigley Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/wigley-road/)

Hanging Rock (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/hanging-rock/)

Danseys Pass Coach Inn (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/danseys-pass-coach-inn/)

Western Valley Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/western-valley-road/)

Limestone Quarry Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/limestone-quarry-track/)

Limestone Cottage (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/limestone-cottage/)

Cannibal Bay Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/cannibal-bay-road/)

Dorothy Falls (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/dorothy-falls/)

Arahura River Lookout (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/arahura-river-lookout/)

Totara Peak Zigzag Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/totara-peak-zigzag-track/)

Totora Peak - Ben Omar Loop (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/totora-peak-ben-omar-loop/)

SH83 to Walking Spur (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/sh83-to-walking-spur/)

Big River Winding Plant (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/big-river-winding-plant/)

Big River Mining Caves (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/big-river-mining-caves/)

Tailings Hut (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/tailings-hut/)

Lake Paringa Campsite (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/lake-paringa-campsite/)

Awakino Zigzag Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/awakino-zigzag-track/)

Ida Railway Hut (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/ida-railway-hut/)

Hut Creek Hut (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/hut-creek-hut/)

Wilberforce Canal to Algidus Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/wilberforce-canal-to-algidus-road/)

Harper Diversion Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/harper-diversion-track/)

Harper Diversion - Coleridge Lookout (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/harper-diversion-coleridge-lookout/)

Wilberforce Canal Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/wilberforce-canal-track/)

Oakden Canal Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/oakden-canal-track/)

Oakden Canal Lookout (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/oakden-canal-lookout/)

[RMOTO]

A few pics from the latest trip: http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/canterbury-weekend-ride-april-2015/

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1144/canterbury-weekend-ride-april-2015-58604.jpg

[RMOTO]

The Clarence Valley Track via Blind Saddle on RemoteMoto has been fully updated with new GPX files, new routes, DOC huts and the new access details now that DOC no longer control access. The north route has been extended all the way up to Stony Flat, The Seymour River loop section to Seymour Hut has been added, the three main DOC huts have been added plus the Grade 3 and Grade 5 Limestone Hill track has been added. Like all routes on RemoteMoto, those who have already unlocked this route get all these updates for free =)

More info here: Clarence Valley Track via Blind Saddle (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/clarence-valley-via-blind-saddle/)

[400sm]

Hi ya Kenny, as an update to the DRZ400 situation, after winding up the recent three week ride (including Bannockburn I rode with you) the bike performed exceptionally well as it always does. Certainly there were times it was lacking power when riding with more high-performance bikes on open stretches however overall I had a blast riding it. The reality is, I wouldn't be considering changing bikes if the big end issue wasn't present.

Looking at all the time and money spent on setting that bike up, spending another $3000 to rebuild another engine in aim to detect/cure the issue is fairly insignificant in the grand scheme of things. So that's the plan. I'll be rebuilding a new engine with a couple of modifications and engine monitoring processes to find what's going on, this will all be detailed in a comprehensive article on RemoteMoto of which I'll post the link soon…

Cheers

Shame to hear you are having engine problems with your Suzukis.
I had not heard any bad stories about DRZ400s previously.

My DRZ400SM is coming up 10 years old now, having covered 68,000 trouble free Kilometres.
Regular oil and filter changes only.

That you mention your bike vibrated could be an indication of something faulty from the start.
All DRZs I have ridden are silky smooth? I use the standard seat and have done some Big Km days.

Sorry I am unable to offer you a solution to this mystifying problem.
Hope your luck improves, because your credentials, website and choice of steed are impeccable...

[Scubbo]

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1144/canterbury-weekend-ride-april-2015-58566.jpg

Instant super moto :p

[RMOTO]

Mt Greenland - Take 2 (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/mt-greenland-take-2/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1156/mt-greenland-take-2-58847.jpg

[Scubbo]

that looked like a great ride! goddamn!

[RMOTO]

that looked like a great ride! goddamn!

She was a g goodie alright, certainly looking forward to round 3...

[RMOTO]

Craigieburn Road (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/craigieburn-road/) is the latest route on RemoteMoto which takes you down a pretty cool valley and ends at a hut with a seriously cool backdrop

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1157/craigieburn-road-58991.jpg

[400sm]

During your 400 rebuild, will you be replacing the "shallow 5-speed gear cluster" with a commercially available wide ratio kit?
Only costs about NZ$1000.

[thepom]

bloody hell mate,...that looked like an awesome ride....and difficult too....I ll take the easy one,s thanks lol..

[RMOTO]

During your 400 rebuild, will you be replacing the "shallow 5-speed gear cluster" with a commercially available wide ratio kit?
Only costs about NZ$1000.

Hi ya 400sm, the build I am currently doing is stock all the way. The next one will have some extra trickery added including the wide ratio gear set


bloody hell mate,...that looked like an awesome ride....and difficult too....I ll take the easy one,s thanks lol..

No problems mate, I'll let you know next time I am riding up and down SH1 :p

[RMOTO]

The latest RemoteMoto newsletter is electronically wiggling its way through the digital universe as you read this, you could wait for your email or you could just click here: Remotemoto Newsletter #3 (http://us9.campaign-archive1.com/?u=fd595c041d4a38b88d09f65d8&id=f4079af9de)

[RMOTO]

There’s a bunch of adventure riding books and DVDs out there but often they are scattered all over the internet and hard to find in one place. The new “Books and DVDs” section on RemoteMoto is the start of the ULTIMATE library for everything adventure riding.

You can check them out here: Adventure Riding Books and DVDs (http://www.remotemoto.com/media/)

RemoteMoto does not sell these books or DVDs, they are simply listed so you can find the ones you may not have heard of yet.

[Night Falcon]

Sterling idea - DS & Advanced DS riding techniques are great DVD's

[RMOTO]

Sterling idea - DS & Advanced DS riding techniques are great DVD's

Cheers mate :niceone:

[RMOTO]

A #8 wire approach to tank bags for under $30

Homemade Ex-Army Tank Bags (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/homemade-ex-army-tank-bags/)


http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1164/homemade-ex-army-tank-bags-59326.jpg

[RMOTO]

Yehaaaa, after months and months of intense development, working seemingly endless days, late nights and weekends on a range of new features; the RemoteMoto Exploration Route feature is here! There are many well-known routes across the globe (the TAT across America for example) offering a great way to explore other countries however New Zealand does not have an official exploration route encompassing ALL of the gems that New Zealand offers. The RemoteMoto Route Packages are an exciting new feature to RemoteMoto that offers a solution to this. Not only will this format be used to create the most epic New Zealand exploration route, there is also the option of creating exploration routes for single day rides, multi-day rides and multi-week rides.

A key thing to keep in mind is that these Exploration Route Packages are NOT plastic or commercial, they are based on genuine adventure riders taking raw and real information from the cream of the crop routes to create exploration route packages that ensure those who ride them have the best riding experience possible and don’t miss any secret tracks or hidden gems along the way.

The first Exploration Route Package is the Smoking Dragon created by yours truly, this is just one of MANY packages that I have lined up to load to RemoteMoto as I build towards my spin on the most epic grand finale South Island Exploration Route!! Stay tuned for more to come…

Click here to see the Smoking Dragon Exploration Route (www.remotemoto.com/packages/smoking-dragon/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/public/fb-milestone.jpg

[RMOTO]

A ride report from the weekend trip up into the High Country.

High Country GPS logging trip - June 2015 (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/high-country-gps-logging-trip-june-2015/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1194/high-country-gps-logging-trip-june-2015-60011.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1194/high-country-gps-logging-trip-june-2015-60031.jpg

[DR Girl]

Wonderful pics and a what an amazing ride. An awesome effort :Punk::Punk::Punk:

The river valleys with the boulders would have driven me insane LOL :facepalm:

[RMOTO]

Wonderful pics and a what an amazing ride. An awesome effort :Punk::Punk::Punk:

The river valleys with the boulders would have driven me insane LOL :facepalm:

Thanks DR Girl, I've ridden numerous valleys as I love the raw scenery of the High Country, when you get in the groove of picking lines you'd be surprised how smooth you can make it :niceone:

[RMOTO]

A video of the trip:

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[RMOTO]

We are nearly finished ironing out the kinks for the process of RemoteMoto Riders submitting routes to RemoteMoto and it is starting to produce some very exciting results. The top of the South Island is filling up fast due to three active riders out logging (JimmyPatch is storming ahead!) and our very own Jatz has a flash new GPS toy allowing him to log his shenanigans and share his routes with us!

You can see the latest route additions here:
www.remotemoto.com/latest-articles/

Huge apologies to the North Islanders for the delay in the North Island routes, sooooo much coding, testing, coding testing..........:crazy::brick::crybaby:

But the news is all good as we are close, so Very very close to hitting the North Island full throttle!

[RMOTO]

The BIG announcement for North Islanders!!!

Some of you may not know I was born and raised in the North Island, Waikune, National Park to be precise. I’ve always had a soft spot for the North Island and in some ways it has been strange that RemoteMoto has started in the South Island rather than the North Island. The plan has always been to cover the North Island in the same detailed way the South Island is covered. Well, after many, many development delays and release date extensions I am happy to say that RemoteMoto is officially ready to launch in the North Island!!

The great news is, all the website development is complete and ready to support North Island route uploads by both me and by riders who want to contribute. :woohoo: I’m looking forward to logging routes myself on my upcoming North Island trip where I plan to revisit my old hometown in Waikune (what’s left of it), see if an old bridge my Grandfather built yeeeears ago still exists, catch up with old friends, family and most importantly catch up with some of the North Island riders for a ride, coffee, beer, chinwag and the like.

From next week on I’ll be touching base with the North Island riders that have already expressed interest in playing part in contributing to RemoteMoto in the North Island and I can’t tell you how excited I am to catch up and get things rolling!!

[Night Falcon]

Great news! If ya coming through HB would be great to catch up for a coffee and a yak.

[young1]

That is good news, also be good to catch up if you are in the Naki.

Mike

[RMOTO]

Great news! If ya coming through HB would be great to catch up for a coffee and a yak.


That is good news, also be good to catch up if you are in the Naki.

Mike

Hi guys, absolutely, the goal for this trip is to take my time and make it quite a social trip. I'm looking forward to catching up with as many North Island riders as possible along the way. It'll be great to finally put a face to a screen name ;)

[RMOTO]

The cost to produce the adventure screens I ride with (that suit the DR650, DRZ400, DRZ250) is very high based on the fact they are made up of quite a few components and they are entirely hand produced. With a new design approach, it may be possible to produce them at a realistic price range. I’ll update on the progress as info comes to hand…

Workshop Blog: Adventure Screen (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/adventure-screen-final-stages/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1257/adventure-screen-final-stages-67405.jpg

[timg]

The cost to produce the adventure screens I ride with (that suit the DR650, DRZ400, DRZ250) is very high based on the fact they are made up of quite a few components and they are entirely hand produced. With a new design approach, it may be possible to produce them at a realistic price range. I’ll update on the progress as info comes to hand…

Workshop Blog: Adventure Screen (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/adventure-screen-final-stages/)

That workshop looks way too tidy! :dodge:

[RMOTO]

That workshop looks way too tidy! :dodge:

Ha ha! I thought I'd get grief about the TV on top of the toolbox before the tidiness.

Watching old school dakar races and a nice craft beer makes for an enjoyable evening in the shed :)

[RMOTO]

A very picture heavy ride report (what we like) from Deans recent trip: Overnight Gravel Bash (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/overnight-gravel-bash/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1288/overnight-gravel-bash-69967.jpg

[RMOTO]

One of the more challenging tracks on the Peninsula: Old Le Bons Track (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/old-le-bons-track/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1290/articleCommentPhoto-70008.jpg

[RMOTO]

The process of exploring options and seeking input from specialists to increase DRZ400 big end life is nearing completion. You can read the progress here:

DRZ400 Engine - Big End Longevity (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-engine-big-end-longevity/)

[Scubbo]

what is the typical load you put on your DRZ to cause it to run so many engines? (your weight + your panniers and junk?)

[Rhys]

what is the typical load you put on your DRZ to cause it to run so many engines? (your weight + your panniers and junk?)

Are you saying he is a fat bastard !

[thepom]

Excellent report Josh ...very well written and will be following with interest...great to see the oil guys stepping up to help...

[RMOTO]

what is the typical load you put on your DRZ to cause it to run so many engines? (your weight + your panniers and junk?)

Hi ya Scubbo. To be fair, even though I only weigh 78kg, there is decent amount of weight being carried. Exact weight is unknown but the photo below shows the bike loaded up when on a typical riding/fly fishing trip and there is a ton of food, water, camping, cooking, fishing gear... plus 28 litres of fuel.

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1343/drz400-engine-big-end-longevity-79379.jpg

At this stage it hasn't been determined how much of a factor weight is playing. One interesting way to look at this, an S or SM model (which have pillion pegs) would likely be carrying similar or more weight than I do when carrying a pillion.


Excellent report Josh ...very well written and will be following with interest...great to see the oil guys stepping up to help...

Cheers Kenny, yes it was great to have the support, Chris from Motul has been a wealth of knowledge and extremely generous with his time.

[Night Falcon]

You've done some pretty in-depth forensic research there mate, hope it solves the riddle for ya. I'd have given up on the 2nd engine, bit the bullet and bought a 690 :devil2:

[Muzz67]

is the big-end actually disintegrating,seizing or just getting a bit rumbly?
Not being nasty mate,, but is the engine likely to go for years without getting any worse?
Had rattly old Honda engines that have gone for years of VMX and trail riding without failing completely.

[R650R]

The process of exploring options and seeking input from specialists to increase DRZ400 big end life is nearing completion. You can read the progress here:

DRZ400 Engine - Big End Longevity (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-engine-big-end-longevity/)

Very interesting read. I run the BellRay thumper in my DR650, I think it is good oil and my DR sure sees some hard riding with plenty of weight on board.
I don't know about that ELF stuff, they are not really well known for bike stuff. Motul doesn't get on well with Kawasaki engines for some reason and when I put it in my GSXR it didn't get on well with my oil pressure gauge, cured by switch to Shell.
Is it possible to test/demonstrate the oil flow to the big ends in static environment with dead engine and good one??? I wonder if on those early fails if a gallery feed was choked by debri or partially constricted by poor build at factory etc.
We were talking at work other day about certain year Hilux that is known to have bad oil feed/spray onto rear big ends later in life for various reasons.
I wouldn't worry about weight/payload, if that was the issue for the oil you'd be doing gearboxes by now, not just big ends....

[Scubbo]

...
I wouldn't worry about weight/payload, if that was the issue for the oil you'd be doing gearboxes by now, not just big ends....

thats good to know/what I was wondering --- i'm pretty heavy/carry a bit of spare fuel but mine is also old, fingers crossed she keeps going, shortened service intervals sound like the best way to go :sweatdrop

[R650R]

With the level of expertise available these days you could prob have the shells looked at and be told how they failed.
Eg excess heat but still getting some lubrication, excess heat with no lubrication. No excess external heat just crap oil etc....

[RMOTO]

You've done some pretty in-depth forensic research there mate, hope it solves the riddle for ya. I'd have given up on the 2nd engine, bit the bullet and bought a 690 :devil2:

Hi ya Night Falcon, some say patience is a virtue, in my case it's just bloody expensive :p


is the big-end actually disintegrating,seizing or just getting a bit rumbly?
Not being nasty mate,, but is the engine likely to go for years without getting any worse?
Had rattly old Honda engines that have gone for years of VMX and trail riding without failing completely.

Hi ya Muzz, when the big end begins to go it starts making an audible knocking noise that increases in volume in a very short space of time. It coincides with fragments of metal being picked up by the sump bung and oil consumption. This is unfortunately not a case of being able to ignore a harmless noise, this noise means business, self destructive business :eek5:


I wonder if on those early fails if a gallery feed was choked by debri or partially constricted by poor build at factory etc.
Hi ya R650R, the debris idea could safely be ruled out as the big end issue is identical, but on two different brand new K9 engines. The poor build at factory could safely be ruled out by the reputation of the bike not indicating this is a trend. In saying that, anything is possible.


I wouldn't worry about weight/payload, if that was the issue for the oil you'd be doing gearboxes by now, not just big ends....

Prior to the DRZ400 I had a DRZ250. in 40,000km I did two gearbox rebuilds after stripping the hardening off the faces and did one full engine rebuild due to running a big end. I shifted to the DRZ400 for more engine robustness. The gearbox has shown no sign of issue, so that's one item successfully addressed, now just the big end. I am confident that your suggestion is right that weight isn't the direct cause, it will certainly add a stress factor into the mix but it is most likely not the direct cause



With the level of expertise available these days you could prob have the shells looked at and be told how they failed.
Eg excess heat but still getting some lubrication, excess heat with no lubrication. No excess external heat just crap oil etc....

The DRZ400 runs needle roller big end bearings in a pressed crank. The crank needs to be pressed apart to inspect. Two failed cranks have been inspected by a third party engineer when Suzuki NZ became involved in trying to discover the issue. The diagnosis was that the crank had been worn out of round by what they could only comment as "excessive use". Their third party engineer's input was primarily to identify the issue, not identify the cause.

What I will be doing on the next two engines is oil tests after each oil change with oil samples through Goughs Oil Laboratories. This will give great insight to the possible theory that the oil's protection properties have expired. This will be documented in the main article and should be quite interesting.

Cheers for the input all :niceone:

[RMOTO]

A few delays with waiting for parts from Japan but, progress...

DRZ400 engine rebuild (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-engine-rebuild/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1285/drz400-engine-rebuild-79476.jpg

[thepom]

Excellent.....following with interest....love the way you have made your own bearing presses...

[Scubbo]

very cool, if you need another project motor to refurb mine could do with a treatment :shifty:

[R650R]

Great write up and mostly excellent images, +ve rep.... following updates with interest.

[RMOTO]

love the way you have made your own bearing presses...


Great write up and mostly excellent images, +ve rep.... following updates with interest.

Cheers guys :niceone:


very cool, if you need another project motor to refurb mine could do with a treatment :shifty:

hi ya Scubbo, no probs, my hourly rate is $250 per hour. Feel free to drop it off anytime :p

[RMOTO]

A little more progress...

DRZ400 engine rebuild ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-engine-rebuild/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1285/drz400-engine-rebuild-79555.jpg

[RMOTO]

And done :Punk:

DRZ400 engine rebuild (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-engine-rebuild/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1285/drz400-engine-rebuild-79639.jpg

[JATZ]

Interesting, and well written squire :2thumbsup

So you used genuine Suzuki parts for the rebuild ? You weren't tempted to go all out with aftermarket bits and get as much horsepower as possible out of it ?

[Rhys]

Hard bit done
Time for the fun bit :2thumbsup

[Night Falcon]

well that ones in the bag :facepalm:

[RMOTO]

well that ones in the bag :facepalm:

Hi ya Night Falcon. On that comment alone, I'll see your :facepalm: and raise you :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm: :facepalm:


So you used genuine Suzuki parts for the rebuild ? You weren't tempted to go all out with aftermarket bits and get as much horsepower as possible out of it ?

Hi ya James, In order to try and isolate the issue this engine has been rebuilt stock 400, the engine in the new bike arriving next week will remain stock 400. Both these bike will be identical and serve as backups for each other. However, the engine just pulled out I'm going to have a bit of fun with. It is being built up into a big block with the aim to squeeze as much out of it as possible. Quite looking forward to the outcome of that one :drool:


Hard bit done
Time for the fun bit :2thumbsup

Hey ya Rys, too right! It has been a bit frustrating with the delays in parts but now that we're all good to go, summer could not be arriving at a better time. Bring it on :Punk:

[RMOTO]

Took the new engine for a run-in day ride. The engine ran like a dream, my line picking for river crossings however, weeeelllll...

More photos: Engine run-in ride - September 2015 (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/engine-run-in-ride-september-2015/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1358/engine-run-in-ride-september-2015-79754.jpg

[RMOTO]

Latest stuff on RemoteMoto

Ride Report: West Coast Ride - October/November 2015 (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/impromptu-west-coast-ride-november-2015/)
http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1368/impromptu-west-coast-ride-november-2015-89850.jpg

Mototoken: Lake Rotoroa Jetty (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/lake-rotoroa-jetty/)
http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1371/lake-rotoroa-jetty-89910.jpg

Mototoken: Maud Creek Hut (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/maud-creek-hut/)
http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1370/maud-creek-hut-89898.jpg

Mototoken: Maruia Falls (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/maruia-falls/)
http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1369/maruia-falls-89886.jpg

Latest Mototoken Claims: Mototokens (http://www.remotemoto.com/mototokens/)
http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1281/articleCommentPhoto-89800.jpg

Bike Build: DRZ400 Adventure Rebuild (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-rebuild/)
http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1287/drz400-rebuild-89924.jpg

[RMOTO]

Sniffing out some new routes and fishing spots... Karamea Trip - November 2015 - Part 1 ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/karamea-trip-november-2015/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1388/karamea-trip-november-2015-90398.jpg

[RMOTO]

Karamea Trip - November 2015 Part 2 (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/karamea-trip-november-2015-part-2/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1394/karamea-trip-november-2015-part-2-90598.jpg

[RMOTO]

After a week in Karamea it was time to return back to base for a new tyre, oil change and prepare for a trip down south. The return trip was spiced up with a couple of days riding with three top blokes from the top of the South Island, James, Nigel and Clint.

Full ride report and more photos ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96850.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96854.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96862.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96866.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96868.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96882.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96884.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1407/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels-96886.jpg

Full ride report and more photos ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/karamea-to-christchurch-through-tunnels/')

[RMOTO]

Some workshop stuff: DRZ400E Radiator Fan Install (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/drz400-radiator-fan-install/) ;)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1409/drz400-radiator-fan-install-97150.jpg

[RMOTO]

Happy New year all!!

Latest ride report from a Christmas 2015 Trip (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/christmas-2015-trip/). This was a trip with my sister on her ETX150 which is still ticking along very well

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1423/christmas-2015-trip-98165.jpg

[JimmyC]

Stunning!

Where is that?

[RMOTO]

Stunning!

Where is that?

Cheers mate, photo is from here: www.remotemoto.com/articles/maling-pass-lookout/

[RMOTO]

Day one of the 2016 Rocky Ridges ride report is up on ADV: 2016 Rocky Ridges (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-new-zealand.1117785/)


http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1429/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-98545.jpg

[Mike.Gayner]

Seeing this stuff makes me want to get involved in adventure riding.

[eldog]

Seeing this stuff makes me want to get involved in adventure riding.

I have thought the same thing each time I look at this and similar sites and the Waikato Laxed out rides thread is similar. :Punk:

If I am not mistaken it almost always seems to be the Sth Is

[Gremlin]

If I am not mistaken it almost always seems to be the Sth Is
There is good riding in the NI, but yes, with the SI more sparsely populated, more land, there is more back country, as such. Different scenery awaits in each island.

[eldog]

Just as well these guys post pictures of what I have been missing. :niceone:

Unlikely I will ever get there at the current rate:wait:

but I only have myself to blame.....:brick:

[RMOTO]

Day two and three of the 2016 Rocky Ridges ride report is up on ADV: 2016 Rocky Ridges (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-new-zealand.1117785/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1429/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-98619.jpg

[JATZ]

Interesting / unusual plate on that landy :scratch:
Check your txts too Josh :yes:

[RMOTO]

Interesting / unusual plate on that landy :scratch:
Check your txts too Josh :yes:

Hi ya James, yes a very unusual plate. Just got your txt, cheers

[RMOTO]

Day four of the Rocky Ridges ride report is up on ADV: 2016 Rocky Ridges (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-new-zealand.1117785/)


http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1429/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-98726.jpg

[RMOTO]

Day five of the Rocky Ridges ride report is up on ADVrider: 2016 Rocky Ridges (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-new-zealand.1117785/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1429/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-98819.jpg

[Scubbo]

will have to do it on the pitbike sometime

[RMOTO]

Day six and seven of the Rocky Ridges Ride are now up on ADVrider which reveal the full story behind the photo many have been asking about :)

2016 Rocky Ridges Ride (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-new-zealand.1117785/)

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1429/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-99063.jpg

[eldog]

Day four of the Rocky Ridges ride report is up on ADV: 2016 Rocky Ridges (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-new-zealand.1117785/)


Day six and seven of the Rocky Ridges Ride are now up on ADVrider which reveal the full story behind the photo many have been asking about :)2016 Rocky Ridges Ride (http://advrider.com/index.php?threads/2016-rocky-ridges-loop-new-zealand.1117785/)

I have a long way to go before I could attempt this - good on you guys

"Up periscope" came to mind - Its a Husaberg they should have one included......

AWESOME photos too - just follow the web link :2thumbsup

[thepom]

Is that Mesopotamia ?...

[Gremlin]

After some recent exploring, I thought I'd highlight some of the things this "RMOTO" character expects us to do, in the quest for his "mototokens" ;)

Climbing / Hiking. No, I'm not slinging her over my shoulder and climbing that bluff (coz I've run out of road). The 4 following pics are all while hunting for the right location for Double Hill Lookout (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/double-hill-lookout/).
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00240_zpsj972heyb.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00240_zpsj972heyb.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00240_zpsj972heyb.jpg"/ width="640"></a>

Bush bashing. No, I'll try my luck with some grass, but sometimes, just sometimes, you get the idea you're probably in the wrong place. Not to mention the long grass made it super hard pushing the bike back and forth to get her turned around. Lifted the heart rate quite well :sweatdrop but escaped dropping the bike (barely).
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00244_zps2fdnhuk0.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00244_zps2fdnhuk0.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00244_zps2fdnhuk0.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00245_zpsie30tgpp.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00245_zpsie30tgpp.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00245_zpsie30tgpp.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00246_zpsncowreun.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00246_zpsncowreun.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00246_zpsncowreun.jpg"/ width="640"></a>

Swimming. Nope, she's something you tie around your ankles to go "swimming with the fishes". These were while reaching Oakden Canal Lookout (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/oakden-canal-lookout/) and Harper Diversion - Coleridge Lookout (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/harper-diversion-coleridge-lookout/).
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00273_zpsmjohqbth.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00273_zpsmjohqbth.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00273_zpsmjohqbth.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00275_zpsxfwkl1wa.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00275_zpsxfwkl1wa.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00275_zpsxfwkl1wa.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00285_zpsizbvqa3x.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00285_zpsizbvqa3x.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00285_zpsizbvqa3x.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00286_zpsbm84sheo.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00286_zpsbm84sheo.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00286_zpsbm84sheo.jpg"/ width="640"></a>

Frolicking on the beach. Nope. She'll dig a nice trench for a couple of metres and then have a rest. I know this from experience. :crybaby:
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00337_zpsasmj5kmm.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00337_zpsasmj5kmm.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00337_zpsasmj5kmm.jpg"/ width="640"></a>

Going for nice long walks. Ignore a sign that says something about road not maintained (pfft, as if that's stopped me for the last few days). Yes well, a locked gate down a blardy hill will stop you real good. Then you'll do some weight lifting trying to drag your bike around on the hill. And still fooking walk down and back to Akaroa Head Lighthouse (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/akaroa-head-lighthouse/) (another foo-foo valve broken).
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00366_zpsfhxgs4it.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00366_zpsfhxgs4it.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00366_zpsfhxgs4it.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00367_zpspackk0xf.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00367_zpspackk0xf.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00367_zpspackk0xf.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00371_zpsshujuriy.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00371_zpsshujuriy.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00371_zpsshujuriy.jpg"/ width="640"></a>

Ok, so sometimes tis not his fault and the weather doesn't play ball, like doing Mt Rochfort (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/mt-rochfort/) <_< Just look at that stunning vista in the second shot! :eek:
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00509_zpsyoj9uyqq.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00509_zpsyoj9uyqq.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00509_zpsyoj9uyqq.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00510_zpsssbhvkyi.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00510_zpsssbhvkyi.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00510_zpsssbhvkyi.jpg"/ width="640"></a>

But every now and then, you get some really stunning shots:
<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00305_zpsmmi0brvw.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00305_zpsmmi0brvw.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00305_zpsmmi0brvw.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
Lake Lyndon (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/lake-lyndon/) around 8pm, and even got the moon in the shot!

<a href="http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00625_zpsqut64knd.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/DSC00625_zpsqut64knd.jpg~original" border="0" alt=" photo DSC00625_zpsqut64knd.jpg"/ width="640"></a>
Rai Falls (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/rai-falls/). Finally some experimenting with the point and shoot paid off.

Most importantly however, at the end of all that, you storm the leaderboard, topping it, and showing those South Island buggers with little sub 650cc bikes how to do it. Priceless :laugh: :bleh:
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb236/_Gremlin/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/Mototoken%20Leader_zpsqjpdjipt.jpg~original (http://s210.photobucket.com/user/_Gremlin/media/20160117%20-%20South%20Island%20Trip/Mototoken%20Leader_zpsqjpdjipt.jpg.html)

[RMOTO]

Haha, just got back to internet connection and your post has put a smile on my face! A challenge is what it's all about right? :)

Looks like you have another GS on your heels, Topher claimed another 20ish Mototokens today! And after flaunting your 1st place glory as a North Islander perhaps this may motivate a serious challenge :shifty: time will tell…

[Gremlin]

Looks like you have another GS on your heels, Topher claimed another 20ish Mototokens today! And after flaunting your 1st place glory as a North Islander perhaps this may motivate a serious challenge :shifty: time will tell…
As a foreigner invading your lusty isle, I expect the inhabitants to try to re-claim some of their dignity :niceone: It's probably more satisfying now that two R1200GSA are leading the board :ride:

Currently I do less than a trip a year south, so with very few tokens on my doorstep it's inevitable. However, I'm going to milk it while I got it :banana:

[JATZ]

Rai Falls (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/rai-falls/). Finally some experimenting with the point and shoot paid off.

Real nice spot that :yes: I popped in there on Sunday for a look/swim. Pelorous was heaving with people swimming but there was nobody at the Rai falls. I think you may have spured me into action to go get some Mototokens, I've been to busy yakking and fishing to ride the bike since I got back from the North island :(

Stay tuned.....

[Kenb]

Hey Josh,

You're getting some love from Lyndon Poskitt over at ADVRider

Ken




Just finished my time in South Island New Zealand - Post from Facebook:

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South Island New Zealand well and truly in the bag and what an awesome ride it has been. This is what my 7200km, 25 day journey around this beautiful island looks like. If you are considering an adventurous tour of the South Island then you must check out www.remotemoto.com. This is the site I used to plan my journey, the most comprehensive site of its type I have ever seen and well and truly gets my vote. Everything from easy gravel tracks to real challenging terrain all for the taking. Highly recommend.

Next, North Island New Zealand before heading across the Pacific :D

Lyndon Poskitt Racing
Currently racing my way around the world at: www.facebook.com/LyndonPoskittRacing
Blogging at: www.racestoplaces.com
My Dakar Rally Experience and blog www.LyndonPoskittRacing.com
My KTM 950 Story

[RMOTO]

Hey Josh,

You're getting some love from Lyndon Poskitt over at ADVRider

Ken

Hi ya Ken, cheers for the heads up. I am really stoked, feedback like that makes the mammoth effort involved in RemoteMoto worthwhile.

Lyndon is one heck of a rider, he covered some serious ground in his brief time in the South Island. I managed to catch up with him for dinner one night. Really nice guy, very very ambitious, but then again you'd have to be to bite into the Races to Places (http://www.adventure-spec.com/blog/blog/category/lyndon-poskitt) project.

It was great that the weather played nice for him while he was in the South Island, he has a video of his ride coming out soon, very much looking forward to watching it.

Cheers :niceone:

Josh

[Tazz]

You need to strike while the iron is hot and get something international rolling man. Framework is already there ;)

Not that easy though, I know, I know :bleh:
I send people that come through the shop to the site every week and if I see any of them again they only have good things to say.

[RMOTO]

After an injury related break, it's sooooo good to be back on the bike :)

Latest Mototoken additions...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1573/clelands-bridge-112748.jpg
Clelands Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/clelands-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1574/historic-monavale-school-112763.jpg
Historic Monavale School ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/historic-monavale-school/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1575/cannington-corner-bridge-112781.jpg
Cannington Corner Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/cannington-corner-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1576/nimrod-stream-112801.jpg
Nimrod Stream ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/nimrod-stream/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1578/black-cap-hut-112845.jpg
Black Cap Hut ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/black-cap-hut/')

[RMOTO]

...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1579/otaio-gorge-bridge-112860.jpg
Otaio Gorge Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/otaio-gorge-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1577/kelceys-bush-112821.jpg
Kelceys Bush ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/kelceys-bush/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1580/mount-ellen-lookout-112875.jpg
Mount Ellen Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/mount-ellen-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1581/kapua-road-rock-112890.jpg
Kapua Road Rock ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/kapua-road-rock/')


http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1582/bells-pond-112905.jpg
Bells Pond ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/bells-pond/')

[RMOTO]

Latest Mototokens...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1593/blucher-road-lookout-115428.jpg
Blucher Road Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/blucher-road-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1592/bucklands-crossing-bridge-115413.jpg
Bucklands Crossing Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/bucklands-crossing-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1589/moeraki-wharf-lookout-115365.jpg
Moeraki Wharf Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/moeraki-wharf-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1586/kauru-hill-lookout-113000.jpg
Kauru Hill Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/kauru-hill-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1583/waitaki-bridge-glenavy-112920.jpg
Waitaki Bridge Glenavy ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/waitaki-bridge-glenavy/')

[hamjet]

Stunning, as always!

[RMOTO]

Stunning, as always!

Cheers mate :niceone:

[RMOTO]

Latest Mototokens...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1597/mataura-bridge-115723.jpg
Mataura Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/mataura-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1598/fortrose-spit-115738.jpg
Fortrose Spit ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/fortrose-spit/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1599/articleCommentPhoto-115756.jpg
Waituna Lagoon - North End ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/waituna-lagoon-north-end/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1600/articleCommentPhoto-115771.jpg
Waituna Lagoon - Car Park ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/waituna-lagoon-car-park/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1601/articleCommentPhoto-115786.jpg
Holz Road End ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/holz-road-end/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1602/fortrose-rock-115798.jpg
Fortrose Rock ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/fortrose-rock/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1603/fortrose-cliffs-115815.jpg
Fortrose Cliffs ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/fortrose-cliffs/')

[RMOTO]

Latest Mototokens...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1607/pomahaka-glenkenich-bridge-116090.jpg
Pomahaka Glenkenich Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/pomahaka-glenkenich-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1608/moa-flat-moa-116115.jpg
Moa Flat Moa ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/moa-flat-moa/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1610/black-jacks-creek-116132.jpg
Black Jacks Creek ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/black-jacks-creek/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1611/roxburgh-sculpture-116150.jpg
Roxburgh Sculpture ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/roxburgh-sculpture/')

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Roxburgh Dam ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/roxburgh-dam/')

[RMOTO]

Latest Mototokens...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1613/knobby-range-road-lookout-116183.jpg
Knobby Range Road Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/knobby-range-road-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1614/articleCommentPhoto-116204.jpg
McKenzies Beach ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/mckenzies-beach/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1615/articleCommentPhoto-116219.jpg
Conroys Dam ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/conroys-dam/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1616/articleCommentPhoto-116234.jpg
Keddell Road End ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/keddell-road-end/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1617/articleCommentPhoto-116249.jpg
Galloway Bridge Bluffs ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/galloway-bridge-bluffs/')

[RMOTO]

A photo of Ian being a hooligan from last weekend’s overnighter trip :)
www.remotemoto.com/articles/2016-winter-weekend-blast/ ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/2016-winter-weekend-blast/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1629/2016-winter-weekend-blast-116667.jpg

[RMOTO]

Latest Mototokens...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1619/crawford-hills-lookout-116371.jpg
Crawford Hills Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/crawford-hills-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1620/articleCommentPhoto-116389.jpg
Brewery Creek Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/brewery-creek-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1621/articleCommentPhoto-116404.jpg
Cromwell Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/cromwell-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1622/willowbank-biker-116416.jpg
Willowbank Biker ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/willowbank-biker/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1624/lonely-lindis-tree-116477.jpg
Lonely Lindis Tree ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/lonely-lindis-tree/')

[RMOTO]

Latest Mototokens...

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1625/articleCommentPhoto-116493.jpg
Lindis Pass ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/lindis-pass/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1630/goodger-road-lookout-116688.jpg
Goodger Road Lookout ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/goodger-road-lookout/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1631/articleCommentPhoto-116706.jpg
Pleasant Valley ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/pleasant-valley/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1633/lindis-pass-hotel-ruins-119151.jpg
Lindis Pass Hotel Ruins ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/lindis-pass-hotel-ruins/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1635/ahuriri-valley-119221.jpg
Ahuriri Valley ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/ahuriri-valley/')

[RMOTO]

Latest Mototokens...

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1636/horseshoe-lagoon-121637.jpg
Horseshoe Lagoon ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/horseshoe-lagoon/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1637/omarama-bridge-121677.jpg
Oamrama Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/omarama-bridge/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/articles/1638/articleCommentPhoto-121698.jpg
Morgans Cove ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/morgans-cove/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1639/jollie-river-confluence-121710.jpg
Jollie River Confluence ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/jollie-river-confluence/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1640/roadmans-hut-bridge-121725.jpg
Roadmans Hut Bridge ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/roadmans-hut-bridge/')

[Night Falcon]

Tried to like ya last post but the KB robotz told me I had to spread my good will round to others before I can like your posts again Josh......bit of a sign of how much of a ghost town poor old KB has become that there's no other posts to like :scratch: maybe the modzzies will relax the picture posting predicament to kick start the o'll girl back into life :dodge:

cool pics though :innocent:

[RMOTO]

Weekend reconnaissance mission over to the West Coast.

Click here for the full Ride Report ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1985/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015-136920.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1985/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015-136932.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1985/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015-136935.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1985/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015-136938.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1985/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015-136941.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1985/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015-136944.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1985/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015-136947.jpg

Click here for the full Ride Report ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/west-coast-gps-logging-trip-sep-2015/')

[Husabergkiwi]

Hi all,

Firstly, this is in no way a 'gripe' - just not sure if i'm missing something:

Is Remotemoto now only paid access (via membership fee)?
Only asking as I have not been on for a while, and whereas previously I had registered then been able to view the site and uploaded some reviews/photos - now upon log in it keeps referring me to pay and/or switch account type & pay before I am able to access much of the content.

No issues if so as I'm aware a lot of work has been put into it, just checking I am not missing anything :)

Cheers,
N

[RMOTO]

Hi all,

Firstly, this is in no way a 'gripe' - just not sure if i'm missing something:

Is Remotemoto now only paid access (via membership fee)?
Only asking as I have not been on for a while, and whereas previously I had registered then been able to view the site and uploaded some reviews/photos - now upon log in it keeps referring me to pay and/or switch account type & pay before I am able to access much of the content.

No issues if so as I'm aware a lot of work has been put into it, just checking I am not missing anything :)

Cheers,
N

Thanks for the grounded approach to this Husabergkiwi. I have put together full details on this new format here: RemoteMoto's New Format (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/remotemoto-format-change/)

One thing to note, if you have uploaded photos or reviews, this has been acknowledged as a discount should you wish to join.

Thanks again Husabergkiwi

Cheers

Josh - RMOTO

[Husabergkiwi]

Hi Josh,

Cheers for the quick reply - just FYI I cannot access that link you posted unless I pay the membership fee.. possibly defeats the purpose of the link..?

Either way cheers again - keep up the good work might pass you on the Peninsula! :niceone:

Nick


Thanks for the grounded approach to this Husabergkiwi. I have put together full details on this new format here: RemoteMoto's New Format (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/remotemoto-format-change/)

One thing to note, if you have uploaded photos or reviews, this has been acknowledged as a discount should you wish to join.

Thanks again Husabergkiwi

Cheers

Josh - RMOTO

[RMOTO]

Hi Josh,

Cheers for the quick reply - just FYI I cannot access that link you posted unless I pay the membership fee.. possibly defeats the purpose of the link..?

Either way cheers again - keep up the good work might pass you on the Peninsula! :niceone:

Nick

Hi Nick, cheers for that. The reason you won't be able to view the link will be because you'll be logged in to RemoteMoto and in a limbo state as the website will be waiting to see what you want to do with your account. Agreed, a bit of a funny state but just a part of the transition to the new format.

To view the link, log out of RemoteMoto, and then click on the link and you'll be able to see it :niceone:

Cheers

Josh

[Mike.Gayner]

The problem with the pay wall is that last time I was on RM there was precious little North Island content. As it now stands, I'd have to pay $99 to see if that has changed. If the North Island content is still as lacking as it was previously, that's a hundy down the drain for me.

[RMOTO]

The problem with the pay wall is that last time I was on RM there was precious little North Island content. As it now stands, I'd have to pay $99 to see if that has changed. If the North Island content is still as lacking as it was previously, that's a hundy down the drain for me.

Hi Mike, while half a dozen Mototokens have popped up on the North Island, not one North Island route has been logged for RemoteMoto. RemoteMoto is a comprehensive South Island route planning resource.

I hope that helps Mike

Cheers

Josh

[RMOTO]

A few photos from last weekends High County ride.

Full ride report here: High Country Ride, Camp and Fish - September 2016 ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1993/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016-137131.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1993/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016-137143.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1993/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016-137155.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1993/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016-137164.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1993/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016-137200.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/1993/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016-137203.jpg

Full ride report here: High Country Ride, Camp and Fish - September 2016 ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/high-country-ride-camp-and-fish-september-2016/')

[eldog]

Another great looking ride and web site for that matter.

makes me wonder if I am living in the wrong island?

a couple of questions in general
how cold does it get on these sorts of rides, is it seasonal?
i have been to MaCraes (?) mine they said that for parts of the year the snow covers everything I could see
what type of skill level required for riding
is the fuel range of a bike important on some rides.
does the rider have to be self sufficient?

[RMOTO]

Another great looking ride and web site for that matter.

makes me wonder if I am living in the wrong island?

a couple of questions in general
how cold does it get on these sorts of rides, is it seasonal?
i have been to MaCraes (?) mine they said that for parts of the year the snow covers everything I could see
what type of skill level required for riding
is the fuel range of a bike important on some rides.
does the rider have to be self sufficient?

Hi eldog, thanks for the kind words :)

That's a very broad set of questions that varies from rider to rider and location to location, but here's a basic rundown on the remote/adventurous type of riding that the RemoteMoto website focuses on:

Q: how cold does it get on these sorts of rides, is it seasonal?
A: Absolutely seasonal. Summer and winter in the South Island have extreme differences in temperature, more so at higher altitude. Many of the Central Otago routes and other high altitude tracks throughout the South Island are inaccessible in winter due to the lowered snowline.

Q: what type of skill level required for riding?
A: RemoteMoto has all the routes graded from Grade 1 (easy/scenic) to Grade 5 (technical/expert). Choose your preferred grade routes and fill ya boots!

Q: is the fuel range of a bike important on some rides?
A: When you string together certain routes together, a long fuel range is required. Some routes however have fuel stations readily available and long distance tanks are not necessary. I have a 28 litre tank that accommodates for 490km range, most guys I ride with have tanks with around a 300km range

Q: does the rider have to be self sufficient?
A: If you are heading up into the High Country or anywhere that presents risk or danger (such as rivers rising and being unable to return) then absolutely. When heading away solo I always thoroughly prepare by leaving an intentions plan and taking with me a comprehensive set of survival gear, sleeping bag that goes to -30, geodesic tent to handle snow and strong winds, excess warm clothing, 3+ days excess spare food, first aid kit and an emergency beacon.

Cheers eldog

Josh

[RMOTO]

If you are planning to ride the top of the South Island this summer then this may just be what you are looking for. The new “Karamea X” Exploration Route is a 159 km route that explores all the best back roads and side tracks that lead you to epic vistas and attractions that are guaranteed to drop your jaw. Karamea truly is an amazing place and this exploration route is a fantastic way to ensure you make the most of your time there, and don't miss a thing.

The Karamea X Exploration Route is FREE for all RemoteMoto members and Riders :)

You can view the Exploration Route here: Karamea X Exploration Route ('http://www.remotemoto.com/exploration-routes/karamea-x/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/uploads/package-legs/14/packageLegPhoto-147520.jpg

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You can view the Exploration Route here: Karamea X Exploration Route ('http://www.remotemoto.com/exploration-routes/karamea-x/')

[RMOTO]

One step closer! Some photos of the new RemoteMoto Adventure Panniers, RemoteMoto Adventure Pannier Bottle Holders, and the new test mounting hardware.

Full write up over here : Adventure Panniers - Once Step Closer ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/adventure-panniers-once-step-closer/')

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/2030/adventure-panniers-once-step-closer-150880.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/2030/adventure-panniers-once-step-closer-150883.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/2030/adventure-panniers-once-step-closer-150886.jpg

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/2030/adventure-panniers-once-step-closer-150889.jpg

[R650R]

Any chance of making a NZ affordable version of this Kit????

http://www.moskomoto.com/collections/moto-camping-luggage/products/reckless-80l

[Scubbo]

lol that is a ridiculous price for what is essentially 3 tarpaulin dry sacks which would be less than $100.... zip-ties could do the same job as their rig....


RMOTO those panniers look very tough!

[JATZ]

lol that is a ridiculous price for what is essentially 3 tarpaulin dry sacks which would be less than $100.... zip-ties could do the same job as their rig....


RMOTO those panniers look very tough!


Any chance of making a NZ affordable version of this Kit????

http://www.moskomoto.com/collections/moto-camping-luggage/products/reckless-80l
You should check out their gear in the flesh, it's good stuff and worth the coin.
Nice work on the Karamea experience Josh :niceone: although it's about a week late :weep: I was up there last weekend

[Scubbo]

nah, it's not worth $500. :girlfight:

http://www.memepile.com/pics/11498.png

[RMOTO]

Any chance of making a NZ affordable version of this Kit????

http://www.moskomoto.com/collections/moto-camping-luggage/products/reckless-80l

Hi ya R650R, unfortunately not my friend. There are a number of RemoteMoto products currently being developed with some not too far away from release. All the of the products are ones I have purpose designed for the DRZ400 and tackling rough terrain on multi-day riding and camping trips. They have served me well and I am very excited to bring these to the market for other riders. All products have been thoroughly tested and I can bring them to the market with 100% confidence that they are top quality and up to the task. I won't be drifting into developing products that I don't personally use and have a proven track record with as I won't be able to guarantee the results, fitment, ease of use, etc.

Cheers

Josh

[RMOTO]

Some photos from today's Canterbury blast. Good times!

http://www.remotemoto.com/photos/2047/canterbury-blast-october-2016-151239.jpg

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[RMOTO]

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[pete-blen]

kool pics...
looks like they have opened the southern end of the lake up to the sea...:cool:
may be why the selwyn river has cleaned out... almost fishable again..:banana:






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[Muzz67]

Is there access to the Mataura River Headwaters Track from the end of Cainard Road?
Wording suggests road continues past the bridge, but not legal access?
Cheers!

[RMOTO]

Is there access to the Mataura River Headwaters Track from the end of Cainard Road?
Wording suggests road continues past the bridge, but not legal access?
Cheers!

I missed this post sorry Muzz. Yes, the track you are looking for is this one: www.remotemoto.com/articles/mataura-river-headwaters-track/ it is public access and leads up to a great hut. A brilliant addition to your SI hut trip!

Cheers

Josh

[RMOTO]

kool pics...
looks like they have opened the southern end of the lake up to the sea...:cool:
may be why the selwyn river has cleaned out... almost fishable again..:banana:
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Hi ya Pete. They sure did, and I think the state of the river was a big factor in opening it, great to hear the river it cleaning up!

Cheers

Josh

[RMOTO]

Some photos from the weekend. More photos and ride report here: Clarence Trip - October 2016 ('http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/clarence-trip-october-2016/')

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[JimmyC]

Umm... stunning as per usual Josh, if not a little brisk!

[RMOTO]

Some photos from the recent trip away. More photos and full ride report here: 2016 Opening Ride (http://www.remotemoto.com/articles/2016-opening-ride/)

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[RMOTO]

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