Auckland cruisy ride sunday?

[Waylander]

Anyone up for one? Thinking out to Kawakawa bay like the last one I was on with Buggy. May have a newbish Pillion so want to do something I've done before. Nothing too quik either so all bikes welcome. I will not be going any faster than speed limit. At the moment the route is the same as Bugjuice's with stops at Maraetai, Kawakawa bay and Kaiaua.
Return trip is optional we can either come back the way we went or plan another route. I will have two map books with me, one of all NZ by region and one more detailed of Auckland area, so no worries about getting lost.

Meet at:
-BP on Chapel Rd (next to K-Mart) Its on the correct side of the road to go straight through to the Whitford rd roundabout. Instead of turning right at the lights for the Pak'n'Save carpark, go straight - 2nd set of lights go left.

Meet at 1:00, leave BP at 1:30. Please do not be late.

(Yea cut and paste from Buggy's thread.)

[White trash]

John and the litre crew are having a ride on Sunday, you should hook up with them. They're pretty cruisy.

[Waylander]

Wich John? And unless you are being sarcastic, I doubt I'll be able to keep up with a bunch of semi skilled sportbike riders not with a pillion. And cruisy to you is pushin the limit to me so I wont even go there lol.

[Gremlin]

Going to do the Red Knights (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=15362), on Sunday, but other than that, I would be interested...

[Waylander]

Doesn't seem like that could be a very long ride Gremlin. Any guess as to when it may be over?

[Gremlin]

Not a glue... would have to ask someone who has done it before..

but if I get out front and they have blocked roads for us, mebe I could do it a little faster :devil2:

You could go on the ride as well if you wanted, then we could meet up afterwards??

[Waylander]

Could be a thought Gremlin. Have to see how many others are interested in going to Kawakawa

[Gremlin]

Other thing is I have no concrete idea of the route, nor how long it would take, nor how the hell to get back from Middlemore...

but that's what maps are for :niceone: Normally just have a squiz before the trip to figure it all out...

[Teflon]

Anyone up for one? Thinking out to Kawakawa bay like the last one I was on with Buggy. May have a newbish Pillion so want to do something I've done before. Nothing too quik either so all bikes welcome. If you ride faster, you're on your own.:whistle:

Don't know Auckland so someone else is gonna have to suggest a meeting place. Will add to this post once sorted.

So who's up for it?

Theres a ride to whangamata sunday.

I'm not quick, so you can ride with me.

[Waylander]

Theres a ride to whangamata sunday.

I'm not quick, so you can ride with me.
Nah mate, the pillion that'll be going with me lives in auckland so need somewhere close to there.

Thanks for the invite though.

[chickenfunkstar]

Theres a ride to whangamata sunday.

I'm not quick, so you can ride with me.


If you're 'not quick' then I'm the boogie man.

[Waylander]

Here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=14071) is the one Bugjuice set up.

Gonna use the same meeting place.

[Gremlin]

perhaps if you mentioned a time I might be able to squeeze you into my absolutely hectic schedule... :zzzz:

[Waylander]

perhaps if you mentioned a time I might be able to squeeze you into my absolutely hectic schedule... :zzzz:
Lol thought you were going to the Red Knights thing? Gonna leave time open for the moment to hopefully see what's best for others joining up.

[Gremlin]

I am, that's kinda why I wanted to know what time :wait: To see if I can do both, or just RK...

I mean, to meet the esteemed Waylander :not:

:killingme

[Waylander]

Also just had a thought. I'll definately be bringing my camera so if any of the places we stop to regroup (if need be and enough peaple show up) and such, if someone wants a shot of thier bike to see about having it put in the calander. Could do that.

(EDIT) Just had it suggested for 1pm any one have issues with that?


(disclaimer: I'm not guaranteeing that your bike will be in it only that you will have a picture you could send in)

[Gremlin]

bugger, I'm out, have to wait until next time then...

hehe, get this. For the charity ride start time is 1100. Leaving for Middlemore at 1200... What the F do I do for an hour?? Not like I can wheelie or do burnouts :weep:

Have to do some KB shirt hunting...

[Gremlin]

Arrrrr bugger, changed my mind. Won't bother to go on the ride, haven't had a decent ride for weeks. And the charity run looks like it'll be boring as hell, with no fun.

And to meet you too, well, that's just the icing on the top :rofl:

1300 it is then...

[Waylander]

Lol wicked.

Have updated first post and also have written out the route, so no worries about getting lost behind me.:rolleyes:

[Gremlin]

So after Maraetai, do we turn at Clevedon for Kawakawa??

Cool, done Maraetai Clevedon etc, but normally head for home along Twilight Rd. First time heading out kawakawa way :2thumbsup

[justsomeguy]

I'm not quick, so you can ride with me.

You coming on a push bike??

Sorry Waylander ain't gonna be able to make it......

You chaps have fun:2thumbsup

[BLACKYOSHI1000]

Nah mate, the pillion that'll be going with me lives in auckland so need somewhere close to there.

Thanks for the invite though.
hiya waylander :niceone:
the kawakawa loop takes about 1hr 30 none stop medium pase :chase:
its my local ride we are of a round coro sun day you most wellcome to ride with us :chase:
all levels of riders are comeing and those who play together stick together
will be coming back through kawakawa bay loop home :scooter:
autobahn southern motorway 10 am
:nya: BLACKYOSHI

[Waylander]

Normally would mate but the pillion I'll be taking might not be allright with a longer ride. And I don't like taking passengers on rides that I havn't been down before.

Next time though and if you're gonna come back the way we are going, if the tiing is right, maybe see ya out there.

[notme]

Any more people interested? Can we tempt you with the promise of action shots of your bike? Come ooooonnnnnnnn........ :ride:

[Damon]

I'm keen, i'm going on the RK ride, if they leave at 12 we should be able to make middlemore reasonably quickly and then be able to make botany in an hour, unless we're ridding zimmer frames?? if they do take it a 20kmh then i'll just skip out early. looking forward to it.

[Divot]

I am also going on the RK ride, but then are looking for a ride after so will try and make BP Chapel by 13:00. :2thumbsup

[Gremlin]

I was going on the RK ride, but they are only leaving for Middlemore at 12.

Getting from the city, with excellent traffic is 30 min, and I'm guessing that the charity ride will be going slow... Good luck.

If you're late I'm not 100% sure of the route, but should be the usual Whitford-Beachlands-Maraetai, so you can try catching up :Punk:

[justsomeguy]

Any more people interested? Can we tempt you with the promise of action shots of your bike? Come ooooonnnnnnnn........ :ride:

Action Shots huh??

Shit - I wanted to come but just realised I have to be back home by 3:30 --- :brick:

[johnsf1980]

I will try to get to the BP by 13:15 hrs

[DEATH_INC.]

Draco's gonna join you guys,I may too....we'll see.....

[Mr Skid]

Draco's gonna join you guys,I may too....we'll see.....Death + cruising =:rofl:

[Waylander]

Ride is a go, if anyone is gonna show up but may be late you can txt or call me at 021 160 6380

See y'all on the ride.

[Waylander]

Was quite an enjoyable ride. Weather looked a bit off from the start as it did for the other rides and we did get a little wet.

We all met up at the BP stood there for a bit waiting and I did my pitifull attempt at a pre-ride speech. The count was 3 cruisers 3 sportsbikes and one semi-sportsbike (hehe Gremlin) I started out being the leader but that didn't last long. No sooner than we left Botany Down that I had to get y sunglasses out to stop the rain hitting my eyes (yes I was wearing the beanie helmet cause Mrs.Pillion had my full on. Anyway I lose track of everyone else fairly quikly but that's ok, less temptation for me to ride beyond what I should.

Meet up with the group at Whitford(?) and someone (can't remember who) turned back. The rest of us went on and at Kawakawa Johnsf1989 turned back. (down to two cruisers now....) On we went and once again I'm at the back before long with no one else in sight. (I'm such a slow rider:whistle:)

The sun came out almost as if to reward those of us that went on and it started to warm up.

I had one close call around this time where as I came around a right hander, I completed the turn and tried to straighten the bike up. Didn't want to for some reason. So we are headed twords the centerline with oncoming traffic. I realize that it's probably my passenger still leaning into the turn. (I did tell her to lean with the bike and straighten up when I do before the ride) I quikly lean the other way pushing the bars to countersteer so nothing bad happend but I passed by the car going the other way with very little space between. That was my only worry moment the whole time. Even the corner that almost caught me out last ride through there didn't surprise me this time. Even pointed the spot out to Allun (he was behind me at that last ride)and whoever was on the red bike who were following me at the time.

On the way back I don't know what happend but apparently we missed a few turns somewhere. Ended up going down a road that had some really long straights on it and I played tag with 115mph on my speedo. Apparently Slashwylde was thinking the same thing cause he gunned it pretty hard through them aswell. He looks mean as from behind on the bike aswell because of how low he hangs his head and the Black Label Sociaty vest he was wearing over his jacket. Told him he needs to get a german style helmet some dark shades and a black hankerchief to tie around his face lol

We ended up coming back into Auckland through Papakura, where Ms.Pillion lives. Offerd to take her home then but nah she was having too much fun with us. So we all split off with Allun, Slashwylde and me getting off the motorway to get back to thier place.

Then did my little burnout that you see in my Avatar. (Wicked Allun thanks for that!!) I love the smell of burning rubber.

Wicked ride and awesome weekend. Thanks Slashwylde and Allun for letting me crash at your place and everything else this weekend.:not:

[Waylander]

Oh yea, while at Kaiua Bugjuice and someone else flew past but then turned around and came back. But like the royalty that he is he didn't stick around.

[bugjuice]

Oh yea, while at Kaiua Bugjuice and someone else flew past but then turned around and came back. But like the royalty that he is he didn't stick around.
shot past, cos nature needed attending too! But then I thought I'd be the kind gent that I am, and came back (relieved) to say hi, before returning on my rightous path. Sorry I couldn't stick round longer
Nice to see you lot again ;)

oh, and royalty? my arse.. :shake:
bet my little wheelspin up the carpark went down well!

[notme]

Was indeed good after the weather cleared up - plus i had a buttload of fun being tail ender (when i felt like making sure everyone made the correct turns or when i stopped and took photos) then having to catch up - those long straights were great for that! Oh and sorry Gremlin dude, but when i passed you the CBR was whispering sweet nothings in my ear...something about 230 + seeming very attractive :tugger:

[Waylander]

Took all of 4 pictures but here they are.

1: The riders minus three (me and Allun snaping pics and Jonsf1980 sitting on his bike)
2: The bikes in line
3: the three dream machines and Johnsf1980 (tried to stay out of the "group" pic)

4:Ms.Pillion doesn't like photos being taken of her.

[notme]

Pix........

[notme]

Took all of 4 pictures but here they are.

1: The riders minus three (me and Allun snaping pics and Jonsf1980 sitting on his bike)
2: The bikes in line
3: the three dream machines and Johnsf1980 (tried to stay out of the "group" pic)

4:Ms.Pillion doesn't like photos being taken of her.

WHERE they are?

[notme]

Oh WL, there's a nice hole in our tarmac from your burnout now..... can't believe your rubber is tougher than our driveway!

:niceone:

[Waylander]

Yea yea, Where are the action shots you nearly fell into a ditch to get huh?



Oh and BURN BABY BURN!!!! HAHAHAHA!!!! Next time take the photos upwind Allun lol.

[notme]

Yeah that was funny - screaming ahead to pull over and get some pix, putting the bike neatly on the stand and running back down the raod a bit to get some action shots, and nearly falling into a damn ditch!

:doh:

The action shots aren't even worth posting, shoulda taken the proper camera!

Next time.

[Waylander]

Atleast post the one of me so I can get it on my puter.


Who's got beer?

[MacD]

On the way back I don't know what happend but apparently we missed a few turns somewhere. Ended up going down a road that had some really long straights on it and I played tag with 115mph on my speedo. Apparently Slashwylde was thinking the same thing cause he gunned it pretty hard through them aswell. He looks mean as from behind on the bike aswell because of how low he hangs

It was me on the red bike! I had an enjoyable ride thanks and it was a good opportunity to run in my new rear tyre. The only "missed" turn was the option of taking the right-hand turn after Hunua and heading back up to Clevedon. As Gremilin and Slashwylde continued straight on through the gorge, Drako and I waited for the others to catch up, before following. As usual Slashwylde forgot to cruise on his cruiser! ;)

[notme]

And enjoyable it was meeting ya MacD! (and trying to stay ahead!)

Jacob: pic attached

[Waylander]

I meant the one where you were in the ditch. You already posted that one monkey.:nya:

[notme]

OOps.... this one?

[Gremlin]

OOps.... this one?
Can I see mine too?? First action shot of the bike.

Allun: :wait: yeah you thought it reeeaaal funny to mock my "acceleration". Not kidding folks (yeah I also know my bike at the quickest around) but I was accelerating hard, cranking it past 11 on every shift. He starts to pull past, then drops back. I think WTF, he pulls along side (me is still accelerating hard btw), looks at me, then races off :angry: Just for kicks he did it on the motorway as well... but I waved to him when I passed him :lol:

Very good ride... and as for the turn not made, its not my fault :doobey: I had no idea of the route after Clevedon. Its Slashwylde's fault... :bleh: I was following him

I also believe Draco had a good laugh when I managed to pass her along a straight :chase:

[notme]

It's seriously not even worth posting dude....but i will anyway.....i really should have taken the proper camera, but that little one fits in the pocket of my leathers wheras the big on necessitates a bag of some sort. Promise I'll take the big one on the next ride!

[Gremlin]

Doesn't matter, my very first action photo :love: and the star on the headlight is a nice touch...

The funniest part is that I had no idea you were there... I knew you were somewhere... ;)

I can see what people were talking about when they said I make the bike look like a scooter though. :rofl: Kinda like the black look as well.

[Waylander]

I can see what people were talking about when they said I make the bike look like a scooter though. :rofl: Kinda like the black look as well.
Need to get yourself a nice cruiser mate. 800 or higher, then you wont have that problem. And don't even say they don't handle very well.

[Gremlin]

And don't even say they don't handle very well.
OK, they don't look very good... :dodge: :chase: And they don't accelerate as well (when compared to "proper" sprotsbikes :lol:). And their top speed isn't as high. And they don't have the 'dangerous' look about them (you know, the one that makes cops follow them just because... :2thumbsup )

Nah, as much as you like cruisers, they don't do anything for me. But sprotsbikes are just... well as someone said... sex on wheels.

[Waylander]

OK, they don't look very good... :dodge: :chase: And they don't accelerate as well (when compared to "proper" sprotsbikes :lol:). And their top speed isn't as high. And they don't have the 'dangerous' look about them (you know, the one that makes cops follow them just because... :2thumbsup )

Nah, as much as you like cruisers, they don't do anything for me. But sprotsbikes are just... well as someone said... sex on wheels.
Heh Cops leave cruisers alone cause of all the patched riders out there, if that doesn't give a dangerous look I don't know what does. Get a good cruiser and it goes just as hard as a sprotsbike.
And get the right one and you might actually stand a chance of having sex on your wheels. On a sprotsbike the tank just isn't comfortable to lean back on.

[Gremlin]

err... you tried to convince me, but I still want a sprotsbike. :doobey:

As for sex on wheels, at the moment there isn't a "other". And I don't care about the comfort of the tank, thats her problem. And she would mess up the handling of the bike (not just on the slow straights either - won't explain as to why the straights might be slow :lol:)