Northern Exposure Tour [Archive]

Qkchk

8th January 2006, 10:15

The time has arrived!! Qkchk and Custard have decided to announce the Northern Exposure Tour '06 :2thumbsup

A 3 day tour during the Auckland anniversary Weekend - 28th, 29th and 30th Jan
Up the West Coast to the Lighthouse @ Cape Reinga and back down the East Coast

The Tour includeds:

Saturday 28th Jan
- Meet @ Westgate Shell, head up SH16 via Peak Road to Wellsford
- Join SH1 to Brynderwyn take Maungaturoto turn off along SH12 (Same route taken as in the famous Opononi ride) :chase:
- Pass through Dargaville, WAIPOUA FOREST (can stop to see giant Kauri tree if need be), and Opononi.
- Take the Vehicle Ferry from Rawene across to Kohukohu
- Rejoin SH1 and "BLAST" throught the Maungamuka Gorge (QKCHK's Old Blatting area) to Kaitaia
- Time permitting and sore bums, could go out to Ahipara for a looksee etc..
- Finish up for the first day @ Waipapakauri Ramp, Ninety Mile Beach Park. http://www.ninetymilebeach.co.nz/ We are staying here for two days in cabins.......

Sunday 29th Jan
- Head up North along SH1 past Houhora, Te Kao, Waitiki Landing up to the North Cape Lighthouse
- Last 20kms IS IN GRAVEL! If you do not wish to ride in gravel you can stay @ Waitiki Landing for a cuppa...
- For those who have not been up to the cape, take the oppotunity to ride to the end of New Zealand, you cant go any further than the lighthouse! You can see where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific Ocean. On a clear day you can also see the Three Kings Islands.
- On return we drop in @ Houhora (for a icecream?) and head back down to Awanui to drop into the Ancient Kauri Kingdom (awesome walkthrough staircase inside a Kauri tree) www.ancientkauri.co.nz
- Time permitting we could do a couple of more rides ... options open...maybe the Fish Shop for late lunch...
- Ride back to Ninety Mile Beach Park for a drink or 5 and then settle in for a Lamb on the Spit Smorgasboard (YUMMY, just ask Custard what he thinks of it!)

Monday 30th
- Depart Waipapakauri Ramp head south on SH1 turn off @ Awanui onto SH10
- Travel the Beautiful and picturesque East Coast down through Taipa, Coopers Beach, Cable Bay
- Stop in @ Mangonui Fish Shop for the best seafood and Fish 'n Chips in the area (We could do this on Sat or Sun instead if time permits....)
- Continue to head south via East Coast's beautifuls roads through Kaeo, Kerikeri, take a slight detour through Haruru Falls to Paihia, then past Opua to Kawakawa.
- Rejoin SH1 to Whangarei then take the Waipu turnoff...... Waipu Cove, Mangawai back to Wellsford.
- Can go either way (SH1 or SH16) but would recommend SH16 due to Long weekend traffic.....
- Fin.

Anyone who wishes to join myself and Custard on this "TOUR" can PM me (I don't bite) as I would like to know who is coming along so we don't leave you behind!! This will be a MEDIUM PACED RIDE (open road crusing @ 120 if the coast is clear.... not warp speed, it IS a tour...) I have included a ruff map so you can see where we are going.

You are responsible for your own bookings, we are all grown adults here (well some of us are...) if you book, can you please also make a booking for the Lamb on the Spit Smorgasboard (you wont regret it)

We have booked our accomodation for the 28th and 29th Jan with http://www.ninetymilebeach.co.nz/ or ring them on 0800-367-719. They do have quite a few cabins left. Most of the cabins can accomodate up to 4 people. Just ask them... First in first served.........

In general the long weekend up north is fine weather, so lets hope nothing changes... :cool: Both of us are going regardless of the weather.....

Qkchk

8th January 2006, 18:58

We will be meeting at Shell Westgate @ 8.30am on the Saturday morning, leaving by 9am....got alot of kms to cover...........:ride:

erik

8th January 2006, 20:27

Sounds real interesting, going up to Cape Reinga is something I've wanted to do for a while. Only been there once before (in a car).

I'll have to do some thinking... I'm hoping to save enough for a new bike before uni starts again and I have to stop working. Just have to figure out if I can afford to go on this trip as well and if the Zeal will last the trip without a new chain and sprockets.

boomer

8th January 2006, 21:25

ummm.. i'm interested;
I've just got back from a weekend up there on the :drinkup: with the boys;
great roads up there (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?p=467417#post467417) highly recommended :2thumbsup

DMNTD

8th January 2006, 21:29

Looking forward to meeting some of you city types up these ways:eyepoke:
Pretty certain that we could show you a road or 10 to whet ya appetites non latte styles ( :eyepoke:again)
See ya fullaz then e hoa:bleh:

Zapf

8th January 2006, 21:39

sounds great... who wants to share a room with me?

Qkchk, ever thought of taking the car ferry across Paihia to Russell and do the Old Russell road? I did it in november and they had just finished fixing up the road with hotmix :)

RiderInBlack

8th January 2006, 21:48

DMNTD

8th January 2006, 21:49

Did Old Russell last Friday. It fu*ken awesome right now.
Bloody good views to:niceone:
So it isn't a tary(sp) mess anymore Mac?;)
Gorgeous views for sure too:yeah:

Qkchk

8th January 2006, 21:55

Qkchk, ever thought of taking the car ferry across Paihia to Russell and do the Old Russell road? I did it in november and they had just finished fixing up the road with hotmix :)
Just got back from there... with the boat in tow... BUT we had a couple of fellow KBers drop in on us while we were staying in Russell and they said the "Old Russell Road" is now superb. We may consider doin a overnighter there later on in the year. This tour could be a test for us if you know what i mean......... :lol:

Qkchk

8th January 2006, 21:59

So it isn't a tary(sp) mess anymore Mac?;)
Gorgeous views for sure too:yeah:
I've heard in the pipeline that someone wants a whole lot of hooligans to come up for the weekend to drink piss @ his house and be shown up on his home turf.............. eh Chris?

Back home on the Busa now, even tho the SP was a fine machine. I saw you drooling over it......... :lol: Would you be keen on joining us @ Dargaville or somewhere along the ride. Could always do with another Custard.... :lol: :2thumbsup

DMNTD

8th January 2006, 21:59

...Innocence personified:innocent:

DMNTD

8th January 2006, 22:02

I've heard in the pipeline that someone wants a whole lot of hooligans to come up for the weekend to drink piss @ his house and be shown up on his home turf.............. eh Chris?
Back home on the Busa now, even tho the SP was a fine machine. I saw you drooling over it......... :lol: Would you be keen on joining us @ Dargaville or somewhere along the ride. Could always do with another Custard.... :lol: :2thumbsup
Yeah could show ya the ropes on this riding gig eh?
LOL...saw the SP1 in getting a medical on friday down your way :psst: ...a terminal case of Hondaism I believe:Pokey: :dodge:
Yeah fully keen to catch up:apint: <_<

juzzer

9th January 2006, 07:14

Yeah could show ya the ropes on this riding gig eh?
LOL...saw the SP1 in getting a medical on friday down your way :psst: ...a terminal case of Hondaism I believe:Pokey: :dodge:
Yeah fully keen to catch up:apint: <_<

Cheeky prick....was just havin a wee service....

Qkchk

9th January 2006, 15:30

Yeah fully keen to catch up:apint: <_<

You better watch yourself, you might be in for more than you bargined for! They're a dodgey lot down here....... :dodge:

Will have to organise a shindig in Whangarei, good chance for the two cities to have a brawl... :lol:

DMNTD

9th January 2006, 17:40

You better watch yourself, you might be in for more than you bargined for! They're a dodgey lot down here....... :dodge:
Will have to organise a shindig in Whangarei, good chance for the two cities to have a brawl... :lol:

...best you guys put your latte's where ya mouths are eh?:Pokey:

boomer

9th January 2006, 18:34

...best you guys put your latte's where ya mouths are eh?:Pokey:

make that a mocca with 2 sugars hori; tis hard work scrappin:hug:

justsomeguy

9th January 2006, 19:02

RiderInBlack

9th January 2006, 20:28

Will have to organise a shindig in Whangarei, good chance for the two cities to have a brawl... :lol:Aren't the Metrosexuals worried about getting their nails broken:nya:

Zapf

9th January 2006, 22:30

Zapf - please put me down for one of the beds in those cabins - I hope you're talking about the $55 one.

Why don't you do a search on Warehouse on white pages and match it up against a map...

Ok... I'll count you in for one of the $55 cabins. I'll call them tomorrow and see what is available.

Qkchk

10th January 2006, 16:25

Sounds like fun.

By the way - I have a question:confused:

This place we are visiting.... does it have a Warehouse Store in it?

Cos that way I can buy clothes and toiletries there and not bother carrying any luggage.....

Come on maaaaannnn, a real biker LIVES in his/her leathers/corduras........... Hehehe :lol: There is a Warehouse store @ Kaitaia which we will be passing through towards the end of Saturdays ride. It is approx 15mins ride south of where we are staying... It may seem silly BUT have you ever thought about a backpack? The cabin that me and Custard are staying in is just that - a cabin. No linen, so we have to take our sleeping bags with us (and our ventura backpacks) I would assume that the cabins will be lockable so we don't have to carry our shit right up to the lighthouse and around till Monday (home-time).... Hope this has helped out your dilemma JSG....

Qkchk

10th January 2006, 16:28

Aren't the Metrosexuals worried about getting their nails broken:nya:
Shhhh! You let Dover catch you saying that!!!! :crazy:

justsomeguy

10th January 2006, 16:51

There is a Warehouse store @ Kaitaia which we will be passing through towards the end of Saturdays ride. It is approx 15mins ride south of where we are staying... It may seem silly BUT have you ever thought about a backpack? The cabin that me and Custard are staying in is just that - a cabin. No linen, so we have to take our sleeping bags with us (and our ventura backpacks)

So I need to buy a couple of bedsheets too huh........:spudgrr:

The backpack doesn't go well with the hump and tying it to the back of the bike is a nuisance with the piddly little hooks my bike has...... also I think the added safety and convenience of having no luggage is worth it:yes:

we don't have to carry our shit right up to the lighthouse
...

Eh - last time I was up there the road to the lighthouse was one long gravel mess....... has it been sealed?? Or do we have to take our shiny sprot boiks over it.. :no:

Zapf

10th January 2006, 17:02

So I need to buy a couple of bedsheets too huh........:spudgrr:

The backpack doesn't go well with the hump and tying it to the back of the bike is a nuisance with the piddly little hooks my bike has...... also I think the added safety and convenience of having no luggage is worth it:yes:

Eh - last time I was up there the road to the lighthouse was one long gravel mess....... has it been sealed?? Or do we have to take our shiny sprot boiks over it.. :no:

Get a tail pack / soft panniers.... or if u keep the bike for a while then a pack rack.

RiderInBlack

10th January 2006, 17:04

Sorry JSG, last 20km to lighthouse is still, and probably be for sometime yet, Gravel. The Maori up there want to keep that way. It is to stop any soft-cocks:baby: from riding up there. Harden-up dudes if you're coming North:p We don't have Metrosexuals up here (only Ruralsexuals:stoogie: , eg. sheep shagging is fine as long as you don't wear make-up):laugh:

Zapf

10th January 2006, 17:09

justsomeguy

10th January 2006, 17:13

Get a tail pack / soft panniers.... or if u keep the bike for a while then a pack rack.

I know what you're saying and you do have an excellent point.

But me being me, I'd rather ride from Warehouse to Warehouse buying stuff and have the convenience of no luggage than carry that stuff around.

I understand all these panniers and packs are very secure and don't affect the bike much, but I still prefer riding with as little as possible on the bike.

Right now I carry a map, pen, paper, tool kit, first-aid kit, tyre-repair kit and a rain-suit, will probably buy a small can of chain lube to add to that. All of which fit into the tail storage space...... I don't want to carry anything else if I can help it.

Hey - gotta leave now - you coming to Bruces thing ??

justsomeguy

10th January 2006, 17:16

its not deep gravel is it? just un-sealed right?
Gravels a bit deep at places and the stones are in a few places a bit big - 1 inch diameter..... ( from what I can remember)........ took it real slow in the cage....... and very very very (did I say very??) dusty on a hot dry day.

Zapf

10th January 2006, 17:19

But me being me, I'd rather ride from Warehouse to Warehouse buying stuff and have the convenience of no luggage than carry that stuff around.

Get a bag of some sort u stupid a@$ don't count on me carry your coffee maker ok :)

makes me wonder if you'll ever get to do the SI :)

Ok... they didn't have standard cabin anymore... so Ensuite cabin it is... we can fit 3 ppl on single beds. So far it is me & JSG. It'll cost $28/person/night. Anyone else looking for a bed?

justsomeguy

10th January 2006, 17:21

Get a bag of some sort u stupid a@$ don't count on me carry your coffee maker ok :)

makes me wonder if you'll ever get to do the SI :)

OK,

How bout my moisturisers and nail creme???

Will the cabins be centrally air conditioned and do they have sparkling mineral water to drink?? Also what about room service??

.....:msn-wink:

Damn man ........ have to leave....... gotta make Red Barons before 7 and then Bruce;s - BYE.

RiderInBlack

10th January 2006, 17:54

its not deep gravel is it? just un-sealed right?Deep? define "Deep". You've ridden worse. It's just the same as any stand gravel road up here (and better than some). Has been graded since I went up last. The worst thing is the tourist buses up your arse, making you think you're riding the gravel like a nana (until you gain on a "Cage" and find out that the fu*ken buses are hooning on the gravel). I'd offer to pillion any rider too soft to ride it, but feel that any rider that soft should stay in Dorkland:whistle: :wait:

:dodge:

DMNTD

12th January 2006, 07:10

....could always throw in a visit to the Tattoo Show (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=22401&page=1&pp=15) in Keri Keri too. I'm definately going for sure:ride:

Qkchk

12th January 2006, 17:07

Right now I carry a map, pen, paper, tool kit, first-aid kit, tyre-repair kit and a rain-suit, will probably buy a small can of chain lube to add to that. All of which fit into the tail storage space...... I don't want to carry anything else if I can help it.

How about a tankbag? Pretty cheap and they don't get in the way.........

As for the "GRAVEL" report - Last time I rode up there the gravel was a fine grade and was fine for riding on. I will make enquires with the clan up north for the recent conditions........

Anyway, you don't have to ride on the gravel if you do not wish to (as stated in the first post!!!) - I will have a spare seat if need be or you can chill out at the Waitiki Landing Shop till we get back.

Qkchk

12th January 2006, 17:12

Deep? define "Deep". You've ridden worse. It's just the same as any stand gravel road up here (and better than some). Has been graded since I went up last. The worst thing is the tourist buses up your arse, making you think you're riding the gravel like a nana (until you gain on a "Cage" and find out that the fu*ken buses are hooning on the gravel). I'd offer to pillion any rider too soft to ride it, but feel that any rider that soft should stay in Dorkland:whistle: :wait:

:dodge:
Summed up nicely. If you wanna come, thats fine - I just don't want to hear any grissels about where we are going......:whocares:

Qkchk

12th January 2006, 17:15

Beds are going FAST - If you feel like you need a good ride (3 days of it) and want to get away, far away from Auckland......................

YA BETTER BOOK A BED OR YOU WILL MISS OUT! For bookings see http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=466896&postcount=1

justsomeguy

12th January 2006, 17:17

Anyway, you don't have to ride on the gravel if you do not wish to (as stated in the first post!!!) - I will have a spare seat if need be or you can chill out at the Waitiki Landing Shop till we get back.

Naa - I'm gonna take off my fairings as I said before to stop my paint getting scratched. Taping up the head lights may be a good idea too..... those broken headlights are expensive bastards:mad:

Qkchk

12th January 2006, 17:22

Naa - I'm gonna take off my fairings as I said before to stop my paint getting scratched. Taping up the head lights may be a good idea too..... those broken headlights are expensive bastards:mad:
Sounds like you wanna take a bin.................. Thats not very positive! :eek5: The 250's are easier to ride on un-sealed roads than the bigger bikes, so you have the upper hand on me for starters.....

justsomeguy

12th January 2006, 17:33

Sounds like you wanna take a bin.................. Thats not very positive! :eek5: The 250's are easier to ride on un-sealed roads than the bigger bikes, so you have the upper hand on me for starters.....

Don't worry - I'm a nana slow poke. Just want to protect my precious:mellow:.

Got a broken headlight from riding on gravel on a KB ride up north and several cracks in my front screen on the ZZR.:crybaby:

erik

12th January 2006, 17:56

I think I'm going to have to save my money and not come on this trip.
Maybe next time.

Zapf

12th January 2006, 19:12

Naa - I'm gonna take off my fairings as I said before to stop my paint getting scratched. Taping up the head lights may be a good idea too..... those broken headlights are expensive bastards:mad:

you'll miss them on the way up.... :) get some head light guards u dummy! :nya: :msn-wink:

and there is a tank bag you can borrow.

Unit

12th January 2006, 19:38

Looking forward to meeting up with you guys on our playground. Love any chance to go through the Waipoua Forest for a ride, it's awesome. And the stint from Omapere to Kaikohe is a beautiful fast track. All sounds pretty organised QChk, good on you for putting it forward for all the rest of the sheep to enjoy (by the way you guys, leave our sheep alone, they are already spoken for).;)

DMNTD

12th January 2006, 20:51

...get some head light guards u dummy!
....or some of that 3M clear film,an excellent alternative or addition.:niceone:
I've been riding up these ways for a decade and as long as ya don't ride directly behind the dood(ette) ahead you'll be right.
So come on...don't be a latte styled floppy cucumber :whistle:

justsomeguy

13th January 2006, 10:11

....or some of that 3M clear film

Oh - you mean that actually exists?? Must get some, must stop stupid procrastinating self from forgetting to get some, must tell someone to remind me to get some, must not forget to tell someone to remind me, must do something to remind me to remind myself to tell someone to remind me.....:blink:

Zapf - may take you up on that offer of the tank bag....

Zapf

13th January 2006, 11:10

Oh - you mean that actually exists?? Must get some, must stop stupid procrastinating self from forgetting to get some, must tell someone to remind me to get some, must not forget to tell someone to remind me, must do something to remind me to remind myself to tell someone to remind me.....:blink:

Zapf - may take you up on that offer of the tank bag....

yea... guess what... I have got shit loads of that 3M stuff :Punk:

Qkchk

13th January 2006, 20:32

Well that's shit hot! We are getting somewhere.... hey JSG why don't you just put that 3M stuff all over the fairings while you are there? :Pokey:

To tell the truth, I have some anti-scratch shit on the tank and it shows more scratches than the rest of the bike :brick: Oh well.

Qkchk

13th January 2006, 21:45

Hey, while Im thinking about it......... can those who have booked their accomodation (since they will be the only fellas with a bed.......) put their name up on the calendar so I gotta idea who IS coming........... Thanx.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=694&day=2006-1-28&

Zapf

13th January 2006, 23:06

To tell the truth, I have some anti-scratch shit on the tank and it shows more scratches than the rest of the bike :brick: Oh well.

you sure you didn't buy sand paper instead? :Pokey:

I HAVE 1 MORE BED AVAILABLE.... and option of another more if needed... but need to check with the place.

Qkchk

15th January 2006, 15:06

If it comes down to beds - We may have 2 spare if we need them............ come on Juzzer/Cowpoos/Dover/Boomer........Bunch of bloody flacid roosters ;)

Qkchk

15th January 2006, 15:43

As @ 16.30 today - (Sunday) I have rung up the Ninety Mile Beach Park (where we are staying) and they have quite a few cabins still available..

We can take on two extra people in our cabin on single beds. There is a cabin that can take 3 singles and quite a few other combinations etc... If you wish to attend as a couple or as a single rider THERE IS ACCOMODATION STILL AVAILABLE!!

Ring the Ninety Mile Beach Park on 0800-367-719 and have a look at their website http://www.ninetymilebeach.co.nz/ :rockon:

cowpoos

15th January 2006, 15:44

If it comes down to beds - We may have 2 spare if we need them............ come on Juzzer/Cowpoos/Dover/Boomer........Bunch of bloody flacid roosters ;)

so if the 4 of us cum....there will still be a spare bed?

but sadly I can't cum...so therefore unable to raise the profile of your trip sorry doll :shake:

Qkchk

15th January 2006, 15:51

so if the 4 of us cum....there will still be a spare bed?

As long as you don't make a mess in that one too..............

Depends on how well you all stack on top of each other.................. Im sure Dover will be able to fit in well...... :lol:

Qkchk

15th January 2006, 17:57

Well here's a ruff map I've modified to show the way we are goin.......

boomer

15th January 2006, 19:17

At this stage its luckin unlikely i'll be able to make it; have just had a couple of long weekends away from the kids and mrs... but i'll keep testing the waters :yeah:

I'd love to come along .. good company, big piss up and awesome twisties and rides that aways. I also hear the :sunny: dont stop shining :confused:

Cheers
Boomer

Qkchk

15th January 2006, 19:23

boomer

15th January 2006, 19:27

Thats an option.. i'll work on that and see if we can get some sitters for the rug rats :spudbooge

Qkchk

15th January 2006, 19:48

Thats an option.. i'll work on that and see if we can get some sitters for the rug rats :spudbooge
I'll have a spare seat on the 'Busa if she needs to rest her bum ;) It would be nice if ya could join us :ride:

DMNTD

16th January 2006, 07:30

Well here's a ruff map I've modified to show the way we are goin.......
How about we meet ya in Paparoa and go through some nice twisties through to Daraville on the way up?:devil2::whistle:

Qkchk

17th January 2006, 15:34

Yeah I was wondering where we would meet up with you. I'm pretty sure thats where we stopped for lunch on the Opononi ride, nice little cafe there.

DMNTD

17th January 2006, 15:40

Yep there sure is. I've acquired another certain Whangarei KBer to join for the day too. Apparently he'll be out riding us on his 250...personally I think he forgot to "pass it" along:spudbn:
Rode the Waipoua forest a couple of days ago and it was in MINT condition!!! Awesome ride...as we know.
So what ya rckon re the Paparoa rd? Fun quick or cruise modes

PS: found anymore city types to educate us unrulely country bum-kins?

DMNTD

17th January 2006, 15:49

BTW...if there are some that don't won't to or are unable to make the full ride there's a bed or 3 here(Whangarei) on offer.

Qkchk

17th January 2006, 16:00

How about we meet ya in Paparoa and go through some nice twisties through to Daraville on the way up?:devil2::whistle:

You didn't look close enough at my map! EGG :doh:
Same track north as the Opo ride. Turn off @ Brynderwyns head towards Dargaville. Along those awesome post-Dargaville sweepers up to the Waipoura Forest. Then up past Opononi and get the car-ferry @ Rawene across to Kohukohu. Then up the Mangamuka Gorge........... ya don't bloody read the first post do ya? EH? (Bloody Northerners.......... mutter......mutter......)

DMNTD

17th January 2006, 16:05

LOL...oh I read it ducky,just offering an off the main beat route to the same destination :sherlock:
Ya can cut back "inland" in Paparoa and miss out all of those centre-tyre eating straights...all good,I forgive you

Qkchk

17th January 2006, 16:23

Well last time we tried to do the 'cut back through Paparoa' we lost half the crew. Yoshi and InDeSkyz ended up trialbike riding through clay and gravel. I'll leave the 'Busa home if I'm gonna do that...............

Up the Westcoast on SH12 would be a nice TOUR. Remember Danielsun, not all the grasshoppers go fast like you ;)

Medium-paced ride tikitour. Any loonie/hoon can meet us at a pre-arraged spot if the need for speed does arise.

Qkchk

17th January 2006, 16:57

Ferry sailing times are on the half-hour. It takes approx 15mins for the ferry to cross over. :cold:

Ferry Fare NZ$
Foot/Car Passenger - single $2.00
Motorcycle - single $3.50

Payment by CASH only! No Eftpos!

More info: http://www.fndc.govt.nz/Maritime/iHokiangaFerry.asp#Fares

More useful/informative stuff:
Remember these times are for tourists........

Auckland to Wellsford - 1 hour - 85km/53miles
Wellsford to Matakohe - 45 min - 54km/33.5miles
Matakohe to Dargaville - 40 min - 44km/27miles
Dargaville to Waipoua Forest - 1 hour - 64km/40miles
Tane Mahuta to Omapere - 20 min - 26km/16miles
Omapere to Rawene - 20 min - 26km/16miles

Kohukohu to Kaitaia - 40mins - Approx 40 kms
Kaitaia to Waipapakauri Ramp - 20mins - 20kms :ride:

mv.senna

17th January 2006, 18:54

hey Qkchk....you know how the nthn exposure tour is going through kerikeri on sunday, is that by any chance to coincide with the tattoo show?? hint, hint....:blip:

Qkchk

17th January 2006, 19:07

hey Qkchk....you know how the nthn exposure tour is going through kerikeri on sunday, is that by any chance to coincide with the tattoo show?? hint, hint....:blip:
Sorry my love, we are passing thro on the Monday (30th)

mv.senna

17th January 2006, 19:12

bum.

:crybaby:

Qkchk

17th January 2006, 21:54

However if you look in the intenerary, (if that how you spell it) we may have time later on that day after we return from Cape Reinga (the light house @ the top) I guess all we can do is decide as a group what we want to do with the spare time. I have a few old runs out to Tokerau Beach, Mangonui and Ahipara if time allows but if you guys want to go to the Tattoo show @ Kerikeri, we can look at it. Kerikeri is approx 1.5hrs from where we are staying. Play it by ear... :grouphug:

Qkchk

19th January 2006, 16:07

Any other people interested? We are leaving next Saturday Morning..... (28th)

RiderInBlack

19th January 2006, 18:28

Depends of the heart. If I can con a beautiful lass to come up here, I will. If not, I will most like be 400km down country enjoyong her company there. And so the heart goes:love: :rolleyes:

John

19th January 2006, 20:40

thats it tl, your talking way to much shit, you and me I'll blow you a kiss on the outside of the sweeper you custard riding suzuki queer poof nugget.

P.s All you softcock homo poof aucklanders should be sweet, I hear TL is offering free head.

I shouldnt come because my cam chain needs doing but ya know what, I will - but maybe leave once I give TL the learn, so maybe couple minutes...

DMNTD

20th January 2006, 06:47

thats it tl, your talking way to much shit, you and me I'll blow you a kiss on the outside of the sweeper...
...I shouldnt come because my cam chain needs doing but ya know what, I will - but maybe leave once I give TL the learn, so maybe couple minutes...

Oh the little puppy wagged his tail eh? Talk it up all ya want wee one and let me educate you on some "adult sized" ya hear :yes:

Qkchk

20th January 2006, 18:33

Now, now children - it's a TOURING thread not a brawling one. Wish you two would 'get a room.............' :lol:

RiderInBlack

20th January 2006, 21:08

Wish you two would 'get a room.............' :lol:Together? Now that's just scary:motu:

Qkchk

20th January 2006, 21:46

Together? Now that's just scary:motu:

Seems like they have issues, so let's lock them in a room together so they can sort it out! :bash: Either that or it's love :love:

RiderInBlack

21st January 2006, 06:34

Either that or it's love :love:Knowing TL and John, it's got to be love. All their bitch slapping is a dead giveaway:msn-wink:

DMNTD

21st January 2006, 07:42

..Either that or it's love :love:
It ain't love,just deviant sexual pleasures...oh and a love to humiliate ones self :pinch:

Anyway....where were we?:motu:

Qkchk

22nd January 2006, 16:11

It ain't love,just deviant sexual pleasures...oh and a love to humiliate ones self :pinch:

Anyway....where were we?:motu:
At each others throats, trying to see who has the biggest balls..............:buggerd:

vicki

22nd January 2006, 20:48

For the tattoo show......if needs be, I can probably put a couple of people up if necessary, there's also room for one (small) tent on my lawn!:laugh: Can't promise a lamb on a spit though!

justsomeguy

23rd January 2006, 13:41

Grrr...... :angry: the bastards IRD (the real ones not the piggy division) want me to pay some extra tax..... no money left for the ride and a service and insurance payments........... :cry:

You guys have fun and someone take a pic of that lamb on the spit.

Custard - I look forward to your one day ride to that rd you and Yoshi rode on bud.

Qkchk

23rd January 2006, 19:45

Scorpygirl

23rd January 2006, 19:53

I can see why Yoshi got so frustrated!!

Are all you bloody AUCKLANDERS a bloody bunch of poofs or WHAT!! "Im a big-headed small-cock rider" who sits behind my computer instead of goin on rides. I would rather complain about cops/women drivers/boi racers/whateverthelastesthotgossipisonthenews instead of actual riding!

Well, I don't think I will waste my time organising a group get-together if the bloody group doesn't want to get off it's arse! That goes for Thursday Night rides too. I'm really disappointed in the interest, I'm sure all of you have better things to do like washing the car and curling your hair........:whocares:

Sorry Qkchk... Rhino and I could never go on this one as we already had something else planned. The next few weekends are fully loaded (so to speak). :lol: :yes: We will be in for another KB weekend in the future!! :banana:

400 posts!!! :laugh:

jimevo

23rd January 2006, 19:53

I am really keen to ride over the weekend! The three days trip is just bit too long.........but could join you guys part of the way though?

Qkchk

23rd January 2006, 19:55

I am really keen to ride over the weekend! The three days trip is just bit too long.........but could join you guys part of the way though?
I cater for the person who WANTS to ride - that is all. It would be nice to have the company.

Qkchk

23rd January 2006, 19:57

Qkchk

23rd January 2006, 19:58

Scorpygirl

23rd January 2006, 21:15

I cater for the person who WANTS to ride - that is all. It would be nice to have the company.

EDIT - I have PMed QC and apologised so nothing to see here now!!

In The Breeze

23rd January 2006, 21:55

Red BlingSorry!! :eyepoke:Wow.Politely red blinging Qkchk after shes bn let down:sleep:

jimevo

23rd January 2006, 22:18

Sorry lost the internet connection before!!! Anyway, I am keen to meet up early on Saturday, maybe a coffee, and go for a good blast. If this idea sounds good, then we should decide on meeting somewhere early in the morning!

Damon

24th January 2006, 09:09

Postie

24th January 2006, 10:37

Hi Qkck.... I think you have made your point after five posts exactly the same! :nono: Calm down and don't give someone a hard time!!!!!:spudbn:

Red Bling

Sorry!! :eyepoke:

you'll be happy to know that the KB server was having problems last night and a few threads have multiple posts like this. I'm sure Qkchk has better things to do then post the same thing 5 times anyway......

DMNTD

24th January 2006, 15:13

Good to see a couple more may be joining :niceone:
Lets hope this kaka weather passes asap :sunny:

justsomeguy

24th January 2006, 15:22

I cater for the person who WANTS to ride - that is all. It would be nice to have the company.

Sorry girl, I really wanted to come as I've heard a lot about those roads and was really looking forward to the lamb on a spit....

Don't get disheartened with the response. This affair is quite expensive and everyone may not be able to commit themselves financially or time wise.

It's really nice to see people like you and Jimbo take an interest in us and do something about it. Thanks for that :)

socialites

24th January 2006, 15:35

I can see why Yoshi got so frustrated!!

Are all you bloody AUCKLANDERS a bloody bunch of poofs or WHAT!! "Im a big-headed small-cock rider" who sits behind my computer instead of goin on rides. I would rather complain about cops/women drivers/boi racers/whateverthelastesthotgossipisonthenews instead of actual riding!

Well, I don't think I will waste my time organising a group get-together if the bloody group doesn't want to get off it's arse! That goes for Thursday Night rides too. I'm really disappointed in the interest, I'm sure all of you have better things to do like washing the car and curling your hair........:whocares:

I could not agree with you more Qkchk. We organised the East and Central north Island tour as posted in the events on the same weekend. Finally we got all 8 places filled, but not without almost pulling our hair out. Cant understand how there can be so many ppl on kiwi biker and so few interrested ppl to accually ride. Come on guys and gals...this is not a chat room, its a biker website, with the emphasis on "biker"..which means ppl who RIDE bikes....not just talk about them to be in the "in" crowd.

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 15:47

I could not agree with you more Qkchk. We organised the East and Central north Island tour as posted in the events on the same weekend. Finally we got all 8 places filled, but not without almost pulling our hair out. Cant understand how there can be so many ppl on kiwi biker and so few interrested ppl to accually ride. Come on guys and gals...this is not a chat room, its a biker website, with the emphasis on "biker"..which means ppl who RIDE bikes....not just talk about them to be in the "in" crowd.
Thanks you for your support guys, it would of been nice to join you on your tour. Let me know if you are planning anymore in the near future....

I've been watching your thread and as you have said, IT IS HARD to get people motivated and actualy riding on this site...... I've figured it comes down to a matter of things:

- Lack of funds and/or time for riding (not at top of their priorities)
- Handbrake (his or her partner/wife/husband)
- Children or pets
- Not as competant rider as they make out
- Don't even have a bike
- Don't like the thought of doin 200+ kms per day
- Would rather sit behind a computer making motorbike sounds instead.

I'm not picking on any single individual, just giving MY OWN PERSONAL OPINION! As expected I will be giving flak for it.............:dodge:

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 15:50

you'll be happy to know that the KB server was having problems last night and a few threads have multiple posts like this. I'm sure Qkchk has better things to do then post the same thing 5 times anyway......
Thanks Postie, yes the site crashed on me last night as I was posting hence the multiple posts............ hmmmm maybe it was my anger that shut down the site last night! MMMuuuurrrhhhuuuuuueeeeeee :devil2:

justsomeguy

24th January 2006, 15:52

Thanks you for your support guys, it would of been nice to join you on your tour. Let me know if you are planning anymore in the near future....

I've been watching your thread and as you have said, IT IS HARD to get people motivated and actualy riding on this site...... I've figured it comes down to a matter of things:

- Lack of funds and/or time for riding (not at top of their priorities)
- Handbrake (his or her partner/wife/husband)
- Children or pets
- Not as competant rider as they make out
- Don't even have a bike
- Don't like the thought of doin 200+ kms per day
- Would rather sit behind a computer making motorbike sounds instead.

I'm not picking on any single individual, just giving MY OWN PERSONAL OPINION! As expected I will be giving flak for it.............:dodge:

Hmm - wonder how many of these real riders will be putting their names down for the Rusty Nuts Grand Challenge this year.

RiderInBlack

24th January 2006, 15:59

Would have loved to support you on this ride QC, but just my dam luck to get the love bug with someone South of the Bombays (with kids, it's not easy for her to come the 400km up to me, so it's up to me to go down):stupid: I have tried to organise rides up here before (even offer free accommodation), but have found most riders here are WE/One-Day-Wonder riders who thing 400kms is a long distance (I'm riding twice that every fortnight):killingme Best bet is enjoy your ride up here anyway. I'm sure those Northland riders who can will try to meet up with you where they can.

RiderInBlack

24th January 2006, 16:01

Hmm - wonder how many of these real riders will be putting their names down for the Rusty Nuts Grand Challenge this year.Yes, I wonder that as well JSG:Pokey:

Drunken Monkey

24th January 2006, 16:03

....... I've figured it comes down to a matter of things:

- Lack of funds and/or time for riding (not at top of their priorities)
...
- Don't like the thought of doin 200+ kms per day
- Would rather sit behind a computer making motorbike sounds instead.

..

Well you've got me on three out of seven.

I don't think anyone has had any trouble getting the A's out on day rides, but overnighters are another level of commitment again.

Don't give up, it's a good idea, just one that doesn't suit at this time.

Maybe you could check with that good bugger Quasi for some tips = he gets a big turnout on his Waikato Rally rides, from all over the island, rain or shine...

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 16:19

Hey, i'll be heading up that way, i'll meet you at shell westgate at 8.30 is it? we'll be tenting in ahipara i think, than if your keen we'll meet up with you in the morning for the cape trip, maybe come back to your camp for a beer or something :drinknsin and then we'll be heading off to tutukaka (sp?) for sunday night :niceone:
Yeah that would be great if you could join us :grouphug: Meeting at 8.30 up @ Shell Westgate, leaving by 9. Sounds like you are camping @ Pine Tree Lodge in Ahipara. Plans were to head up to the top on Sunday morning then do some other routes (time permitting.....) then have a lamb on the spit for Sunday night dinner.

Scorpygirl

24th January 2006, 17:16

Thanks Postie, yes the site crashed on me last night as I was posting hence the multiple posts............ hmmmm maybe it was my anger that shut down the site last night! MMMuuuurrrhhhuuuuuueeeeeee :devil2:

No QC you is all good!! :laugh: :spudwave: And for the record I PMed QC and apologised for my mistake!! :crybaby:

justsomeguy

24th January 2006, 17:18

Yes, I wonder that as well JSG:Pokey:

Fingers crossed :msn-wink:

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 17:21

Hmm - wonder how many of these real riders will be putting their names down for the Rusty Nuts Grand Challenge this year.
When is that and what is involved? Something about riding 1000kms in 24hrs?

justsomeguy

24th January 2006, 17:25

When is that and what is involved? Something about riding 1000kms in 24hrs?

Mid Oct down the southern end of North Island, riding 1600kms in 24 hours.

I'm gutted I missed out on last years one and want to enter this one.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=15473&highlight=grand+challenge

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 17:31

If some of these guys cant ride 400+ in 1 day how would they cope in that! I see what ya mean.........

RiderInBlack

24th January 2006, 17:32

When is that and what is involved? Something about riding 1000kms in 24hrs?
See:
Rusty Nuts M/C 20th Anniversary Run (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=19907)
20th Grand Challenge Entry Form (http://www.rustynuts.co.nz/default.aspx?PageID=41)
The Grand Challenge (http://www.rustynuts.co.nz/default.aspx?PageID=79)

Not for soft co*ks that think 400km is a long way. Be prepared to ride overnight in the rain with some roadworks. Anyone scared of a bit of metal to Cape Reinga is not up to this.
By the way the busa should eat this sort ride up no problem at all.

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 17:44

justsomeguy

24th January 2006, 18:13

See:
Rusty Nuts M/C 20th Anniversary Run (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=19907)
20th Grand Challenge Entry Form (http://www.rustynuts.co.nz/default.aspx?PageID=41)
The Grand Challenge (http://www.rustynuts.co.nz/default.aspx?PageID=79)

Not for soft co*ks that think 400km is a long way. Be prepared to ride overnight in the rain with some roadworks. Anyone scared of a bit of metal to Cape Reinga is not up to this.
By the way the busa should eat this sort ride up no problem at all.

Hey RIB - I've started a thread to get the ideas flowing with regards to this years GC any help/advice you can give would be greatly appreciated.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=23598

Kind Regards,
JSG.

RiderInBlack

24th January 2006, 18:17

I like the look of the 5-day tikitour but I think work wont let me off for that long....... (just yet...)

What the story with this years challenge? I had a quick look but couldn't locate the info - are they using the 5-day tikitour as the challenge this year instead of the 1000mile?Sorry for the thread highjack. No this years GC will be special as it is the 20th for the Rusties (best PM Lee Rusty). I probably won't be doing the GC this year as their Tiki Tour is going to be one hell of a drain on my finnances, but highly recommend you try to do this year's GC as I'm sure it will be an awesome one.

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 18:33

but highly recommend you try to do this year's GC as I'm sure it will be an awesome one.
I'm already excited by the thought......... I'll start practising this weekend - up to the cape and back :lol: :rofl: Thanks for the info guys, much appreciated :)

DMNTD

24th January 2006, 18:45

I'm already excited by the thought......... I'll start practising this weekend - up to the cape and back :lol: :rofl: Thanks for the info guys, much appreciated :)
:rofl: :rofl: I do have some salt and vinegar if ya wanted to add them QC :shifty:
As mentioned by RIB I too have offered overnight(saturday) lodging for those that aren't able to do the full trip...offer still stands ;)

Damon

24th January 2006, 18:56

Yeah that would be great if you could join us :grouphug: Meeting at 8.30 up @ Shell Westgate, leaving by 9. Sounds like you are camping @ Pine Tree Lodge in Ahipara. Plans were to head up to the top on Sunday morning then do some other routes (time permitting.....) then have a lamb on the spit for Sunday night dinner.

we havn't sorted a place in Ahipara yet but it shouldn't be to hard, if it's cool we'll give you a call on sunday morning, meetup and leave our gear at your camp site and do the cape trip with you guys, i dont think we'll be sticking around too late in the afternoon as we'll still have a couple hundred K's to cover to get down to tutukaka :ride:

as for the :tugger:s that only like day trips, we only travel during the day, we just string a couple of them together and some hardcore nights in between :Punk: harden up and ask mummy for permission :shake:

DMNTD

24th January 2006, 18:59

Them be some nice jubblies there Damon:love:

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 19:05

Who is interested in joining us for the first leg only? TLRider in Whangarei has got a mob organised to meet us @ Paparoa (between Maungataroto and Dargaville) he has also kindly offered beds for those interested........... he also has some beaut roads to explore around up there...............:2thumbsup

Damon

24th January 2006, 19:08

Them be some nice jubblies there Damon:love:

i thought so too and just had to share

Qkchk

24th January 2006, 19:13

we havn't sorted a place in Ahipara yet but it shouldn't be to hard

Try these guys, I know the camp owners personally. Im not sure if there is any other campsites in the area...

http://www.ahipara.co.nz/ahiparamotorcamp/index.html

Failing that there is still cabins available up where we are and they also have tent sites....... :) Plus its only a 5 min walk down to Ninety Mile Beach :2thumbsup

http://www.ninetymilebeach.co.nz/

Damon

24th January 2006, 19:20

Try these guys, I know the camp owners personally. Im not sure if there is any other campsites in the area...

http://www.ahipara.co.nz/ahiparamotorcamp/index.html

Failing that there is still cabins available up where we are and they also have tent sites....... :) Plus its only a 5 min walk down to Ninety Mile Beach :2thumbsup

http://www.ninetymilebeach.co.nz/

Sweet, thanks for that :niceone:

Bleck K6

25th January 2006, 00:00

TLRider in Whangarei has got a mob organised to meet us @ Paparoa (between Maungataroto and Dargaville)
I think we might be meetin up with ya in dargaville,Dont like the boring straight bit from paparoa to dargaville.Mind you we did talk about ridin the road to paparoa, catchin up with ya there then headin back the same way,& catch up again somewhere else.

DMNTD

25th January 2006, 07:57

I think we might be meetin up with ya in dargaville,Dont like the boring straight bit from paparoa to dargaville.Mind you we did talk about ridin the road to paparoa, catchin up with ya there then headin back the same way,& catch up again somewhere else.

Yep and seeing which Auckers like corners and which are,well...scared :hug: :shake:

Damon

25th January 2006, 13:42

Yep and seeing which Auckers like corners and which are,well...scared :hug: :shake:

Only one of my mates thats comming is scared of corners but he's not an Aucklander, he's a thames boy with one of those pussy 4 cylinder things :motu:

DMNTD

25th January 2006, 13:47

Only one of my mates thats comming is scared of corners but he's not an Aucklander, he's a thames boy with one of those pussy 4 cylinder things :motu:
...up here pussy is a good thing :yes:

Qkchk

25th January 2006, 14:11

I think we might be meetin up with ya in dargaville,Dont like the boring straight bit from paparoa to dargaville.Mind you we did talk about ridin the road to paparoa, catchin up with ya there then headin back the same way,& catch up again somewhere else.
Dargaville would probably be better. Gotta stop to fuel the bikes and the riders. Do you guys know where there is a good cafe/eatery? The reason I mentioned Paparoa was because we stopped there on the Opononi ride 4 lunch........

Bleck K6

26th January 2006, 00:39

Haven't stopped there for lunch before,Must be 1 on the main drag.
Dargaville would probably be better. Gotta stop to fuel the bikes and the riders. Do you guys know where there is a good cafe/eatery? The reason I mentioned Paparoa was because we stopped there on the Opononi ride 4 lunch........

DMNTD

26th January 2006, 08:15

Haven't stopped there for lunch before,Must be 1 on the main drag.
Sure, on either of the two main streets or there's a good takeaways/cafe on the corner next to a dairy at the western end of town where you turn HARD right and head up north.

Qkchk

26th January 2006, 15:15

Im sure we will find something :) Not long now............ getting the bikes back today from a service, yay!

Qkchk

26th January 2006, 16:02

Straight from the horses mouth - email from Waitiki Landing Camping ground (last stop til the cape), not much help but better than a poke in the eye.............

The road is gravel road, it gets graded now and again, but we dont know the timetable of the grader, it was graded two weeks ago. the metal trucks came up before christmas to lay the metal, It depends on the date of your tour. Sorry I could not be more helpful. There is talk of them tarsealing the road sometime this year.

Good to hear they are considering tar-sealing the last section of road, I know the local Maori's have been campaining to stop this (to stop more people coming to the area).

jimevo

26th January 2006, 21:48

We will be meeting at Shell Westgate @ 8.30am on the Saturday morning, leaving by 9am....got alot of kms to cover...........:ride:

Hey Qkchk, it looks like my mate and I would like to join you guys for part of the first leg. We have to head back to AKL by midday but really keen for a good blast.........Is it still 08:30 meet up at Westgate Shell???

Qkchk

27th January 2006, 15:58

Hey Qkchk, it looks like my mate and I would like to join you guys for part of the first leg. We have to head back to AKL by midday but really keen for a good blast.........Is it still 08:30 meet up at Westgate Shell???
Sure is........... meet @ 8.30am have a nana natter/top-up with fuel/fart around/check tyres then head off @ 9am.

jimevo

27th January 2006, 16:12

No worries.........look forward to meet you all tomorrow morning!

Qkchk

27th January 2006, 21:33

Weather is looking promising - see you all at Shell Westgate @ 8.30!

Scorpygirl

27th January 2006, 21:40

Weather is looking promising - see you all at Shell Westgate @ 8.30!

Good luck!!!! :grouphug: :grouphug: and I hope all goes well with ride! :woohoo:

Ride safe all.:yeah:

DMNTD

28th January 2006, 20:10

This morning Duc-Gurl and I rode over to meet Qkchk 'n Crew in Dargiville from Whangarei.
Through drizzle,rain,fog and road snakes we blasted over...a few moments were had on the way too:eek: but ya get that.
From rain to damn near sunshine!! Dargi was mint!
After the mandatory harassment:buggerd: we all headed off north bound towards Opononi.
Had a bloody good ride up and through the Waipoua forest. Custard and I took the lead and carved it nicely.
Reconnected with all at Tane Mahuta in the forest for pic's and a quick relax.
On to Opononi for a beer/bourbon and oh...yes MV Senna...a fark'n LATTE!! Yep...bloody Jafa's eh!!! :oi-grr: And yes,photographic evidence is attached too:niceone: I didn't even know that the Opo pub served them and I lived there for a bloody decade:eek:
Well we then went our own ways. They carried on to Rawene to catch their ferry and we cruised back here to Whangarei.
Looking forward to riding up to Paihia on Monday to meet up and show them the fun way down the coast :niceone:

In The Breeze

28th January 2006, 20:39

Good pics and typical of aucklanders with a latte in hand :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Hope you showed them how to ride to

boomer

28th January 2006, 20:49

Jo.. thats too funny :lol:

good pics, looks like your havin a blast! Enjoy the trip guys and Girls :chase:

DEATH_INC.

29th January 2006, 07:17

:laugh: farkin jaffas.....:doh:

John

29th January 2006, 23:10

your all lucky I wasnt there. fucks hope you had/having a goodin.

DMNTD

30th January 2006, 07:56

...your all lucky I wasnt there....
But that would've meant that ya had to actually ride you bike mate:ride:
Remember what that was like? Ya know...not just talk about it and all that.
You've got another chance as we are leaving BK at about 10am to ride up and meet them in Paihia and then take 'em down Old Russel Rd
....be there or be a ummmmmmm JOHN :baby: :scooter:

John

30th January 2006, 09:49

....be there or be a ummmmmmm JOHN :baby: :scooter:

stuff ya, I dont have to give you the learn today - I am going to work so suck me.

johnsf1980

30th January 2006, 15:40

Just wondering what the folk who went up this past weekend think of the cabins at 90 Mile Beach as thats where Im going to be staying coming weekend.

Also how was the ride up to the cape as Im going to be doing that too :-)

DMNTD

30th January 2006, 22:12

Me and a couple of mates,Tiller and Shane, rode up to Paihia this morning to meet up with Qkchk 'n Crew. Drizzled the whole way up and had to contend with a bit of diesel on the roads so took it easy. All good when ya can see it eh:blink:
Decided to ride back inland to Kaikohe and through the Twin Bridges route but lost a couple of R6's enroute:doh: Miscomunication sucks,and no not in a good way.:nono:
All of a sudden we had a Gixxer ride going on including three custards,a 'busa and an old school '86 I believe.
Blasted down Mangakahia Rd to find out it was closed at the other end. Turned out to be a blessing as we found yet another back road blasting zone :blip: Damn I love Northland's rds!
Had a beer at Paparoa after meeting up with another Gixxer rider,NZ Kelt, and showing the Jafa's another mighty fine bit of Northland roading:2thumbsup
Was great to catch up and meet some KBers and I'm certain they'll be back:chase:

A few pic's attached from todays riding....