ATNR (Auckland Thursday night ride) - Discussion thread

[DMNTD]

Lets see how many keyboard warriors come out tonight
Do they actually ride , would be nice to get some numbers just like the old days
Yep Dumpty I'm keen as a bean
See you turkeys at Westgate

I have at least 2 coming with tonight mate plus the missus will catch up when she makes it back into town.
I've told her it's Bar Africa...correct for these days?

[Qkkid]

:cool:yeah Bar Africa it still is
I have at least 2 coming with tonight mate plus the missus will catch up when she makes it back into town.
I've told her it's Bar Africa...correct for these days?

[KeyserSöze]

I am in for sure. No matter what my boss says. I am outta here on time and should be at the Shell station in Westgate at around 6.30pm.

[Juniper]

:no: for me. Teeth in pain. Getting wisdoms out tomorrow :(

[KeyserSöze]

Damn it! I am lost...

[Juniper]

Damn it! I am lost...

You get found yet?

[Qkkid]

:cool:yeah Bar Africa it still is

Great ride tonight:eek5: i hope everyone enjoyed themselves:yes: Great turnout see ya all and more next week:drinknsin
We are going to make it a regular thing every Thurs night, as long as the weather plays nice so tell everyone its all go again ATNR:woohoo:
We are going to add some new routes to the ride as we have found some great roads to pootle on

[KeyserSöze]

Found it eventually and just in time. Great ride and great ppl. See ya guys next week.

[DMNTD]

Sweet wee pootle and happy the Mighty GN125 didn't hold y'all up too much

[nodrog]

Sweet wee pootle and happy the Mighty GN125 didn't hold y'all up too much

have you found second gear?

[Maximum.Limit]

I'm a new biker and just bought my first bike last week.
I'd like to join any ridings so other riders observe and correct me if I did something wrong.

Do you do group riding on Saturday or Sunday?

[NinjaNanna]

Hey Fella,

You getting out and about on the Harley or the BKing?


Great ride tonight:eek5: i hope everyone enjoyed themselves:yes: Great turnout see ya all and more next week:drinknsin
We are going to make it a regular thing every Thurs night, as long as the weather plays nice so tell everyone its all go again ATNR:woohoo:
We are going to add some new routes to the ride as we have found some great roads to pootle on

[KeyserSöze]

So who will be out playing tomorrow if the weather is nice? I am in.

[DMNTD]

So who will be out playing tomorrow if the weather is nice? I am in.

A definite maybe here

[Juniper]

The kids version is on!!!!

[Qkkid]

The ATNR (Auckland Thursday Night Ride) is a weekly social gathering starting with a 1-1/2hour Ride finishing with Dinner and Drinks.


What: A ride up some great backroads finishing with Dinner and Drinks:shifty:
When: Every Thursday night after work (WEATHER PERMITTING!):sunny:
Where: Shell WESTGATE (end of the North Western Motorway)
Why: To meet other KBers, kick tyres and talk about Motorbikes:ride:
Time: Meeting there from 6.30pm, ride brief and departure @ 7pm
How: On ya bike, silly!:shutup:
Pace: Open to all as long as you can do 100kph:chase:

IF THERE IS ANY DOUBT ABOUT WEATHER/RIDING CONDITIONS IT WILL BE POSTED UP HERE 5PM ON THE DAY OF THE RIDE.

With Winter riding, it is best practise to use clear visors - please keep the tints/irridiums for the summer riding! We will be riding in the dark, dont ya know! Wrap up warm, as you are at the risk of getting fatigued faster by the cold. :cold:

Weekly ride after work finishing off with Dinner and Drinks at BAR AFRICA Cnr of William Pikering Dr and Omega Place, Albany. Anyone who cannot come/not keen on riding is still very welcome to join us at the pub for a social get-together 8.30pm onwards (bring ya cage if ya want..)......

The route will be discussed on the night for a good reason :Police:. The ATNR is known to the Police, so if you wish to do 140+ speeds, suggest you go and do it somewhere else.......For those concerned about distance/time the ride will last for approx 1hr - 1half and is around 70kms long. We start at Westgate and finish up at Albany. The route is changed from time to time depending on group numbers and road conditions.



* * * * *
Disclaimer: You participate on this ride at your own risk. I will not be held accountable for anyones actions, to/from and during the ride.. Anyone who is caught endangering others by their actions may be asked to leave the ride and refused entry to forthcoming rides!

I will not be responsible for people ending up at Wellsford due to not listening to instructions nor the pointer system failing.......... :nono:

So Up for another ride tonight beaut weather
See you turkeys at west gate
For those who are key board warriors
Don't bruise your knuckles

[Juniper]

So Up for another ride tonight beaut weather
See you turkeys at west gate
For those who are key board warriors
Don't bruise your knuckles

Yeah the ATNR crowd from a couple of months ago got a tad 'annoyed' at slower (still going legal+) riders going along.

[Devil]

There's no problem with slower riders, as long as you can manage 100 in the 100 areas.

Wont be there, on call at the mo, but might be able to get along next week for once.

[Morcs]

I never got annoyed at the slower riders, I just got annoyed that EVERYONE was slow. LOL

wasnt even speeding either.

[Littleman]

I only go for the racing element.

[Juniper]

Yeah soo ahh..... Kids version is still on. Were not slow, were just not in a race...... and like our licences!! :bleh:

[hondamo]

dont mind me but isnt the wednesday night ride on for slower riders..?

[Morcs]

Neither are we, i do the entire ride at 110 yet would find myself sitting on my own at every intersection waiting for someone to turn up. Kinda got boring.

might start coming back out seeing as some of the good veterans are back

[westie]

your a back

[Qkkid]

I only go for the racing element.

So r they saying where veterans
I only go for the excitement and to check out how well the bushes are trimmed:corn:

[DMNTD]

dont mind me but isnt the wednesday night ride on for slower riders..?

So you're not coming along tonight? :ride:

[hondamo]

So you're not coming along tonight? :ride:


Haemeroids playing up. I better wait for warmer weather.

[DMNTD]

Haemeroids playing up. I better wait for warmer weather.

No stress...I'm certain there's a few that could poke 'em back in

[Qkkid]

:violin::violin::violin::violin::violin::violin::v iolin::violin::violin::violin::violin:Do Kiwibiker members actually ride in Auckland :eek::bleh:
Littleman and myself will be there.
:woohoo: Time to get the GN125 out and get rid of those chicken strips:bleh:

No stress...I'm certain there's a few that could poke 'em back in

[hondamo]

No stress...I'm certain there's a few that could poke 'em back in

Well if theres anyone registered then I'd prefer that. so register here www.safe-nz.org.nz/sxdb/sxdb.htm
thatd be great

[angle]

Back in the day I've stopped trying to keep up after I looked down at my speedo and saw 180 :eek5:

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=288443&d=1381458377

[leathel]

anyone from this crew going on the pink ribbon ride in the morning? No chance to speed there but its good to support the ladies and their breasts :rolleyes::cool:

http://www.wima.org.nz/pages/Pink_Ribbon.php

[Qkkid]

Hey Fella,

You getting out and about on the Harley or the BKing?

Hey matey how are ya
Took the Harley out the previous week and last week I took the B-king
Hows life up north in the boondocks:eek5:

[Morcs]

Keen for tomorrow but unlikely that ill be home in time. Will see. :confused:

[DMNTD]

New bike o'çlock so not supposed to be riding mine (trade) at the moment.
Should be back in next week though with the new "GN"

[NinjaNanna]

Hey matey how are ya
Took the Harley out the previous week and last week I took the B-king
Hows life up north in the boondocks:eek5:

Things are good mate - headed off for a bike rally next weekend with one of the guys from work. Should be about 1200kms for the weekend.

So is Dawn back riding the ATNR as well or is she still busy flying all over the country teaching truckies how to drive properly

[Kendoll]

Anyone going along tonight?

[Mongolian]

I should be out. Just got my forks back in and my crappy Chinese rear sets all tightened up

[KeyserSöze]

I ll be there

[Superboss]

I'd like to come, but is there any better info on where the meet location is?
New to Auckland and not sure where the shell end of nw motorway is?

I know where the west gate shopping centre is, is it there?


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[Mongolian]

You cant miss it if you go past westgate headed west the z is just before the big round about

[DanielM8]

I'd like to come, but is there any better info on where the meet location is?
New to Auckland and not sure where the shell end of nw motorway is?

I know where the west gate shopping centre is, is it there?


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Incase nobody else answers in time, I'm pretty sure this event starts at the Z petrol station (used to be shell) in the west gate shopping centre.


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[Superboss]

Incase nobody else answers in time, I'm pretty sure this event starts at the Z petrol station (used to be shell) in the west gate shopping centre.


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[KeyserSöze]

See you guys next week


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It's exit 19 towards helensville on 16.

[DMNTD]

Anyone? 1234

[KeyserSöze]

I am most likely in.

[Mongolian]

Im down like a clown

[DMNTD]

Im down like a clown

Will it buff out?

[Mongolian]

Will it buff out?

Sadly i don't think so, but a bit of black chip stick and you can barely notice it.

[Devil]

Might catch you guys again on the way back. I think we'll be doing an early one to the KKK pub.

[KeyserSöze]

Not gonna make it.

[Mongolian]

Mike an I will be out at 6:30, catch anybody else that's going out there.

[Qkchk]

Ok bitches, if the weather is good - Im in.

Im actually home this week. The first since July :wacko:

[Devil]

Ok bitches, if the weather is good - Im in.

Im actually home this week. The first since July :wacko:

Blardy noobs. Can you do 100km/h?

[Qkchk]

Blardy noobs. Can you do 100km/h?

Its been a while but I think I can :baby:

[SPman]

Jeez - a time warp thread..........weird....

[NinjaNanna]

hmmm, I wonder who's the bigger drawcard - QKCHK or QKKID :devil2::bleh:

[Qkchk]

Jeez - a time warp thread..........weird....


hmmm, I wonder who's the bigger drawcard - QKCHK or QKKID :devil2::bleh:

Its a shame you guys are at each opposing end of your continent or you could of started your own Auzzie Thurs Night Ride... But yeah its been a while since Ive been on the ride and it sounds like its making a comeback...?:gob:

[Juniper]

We may be running a tad late for 6.30 (hopefully not though) but if so what's the rough direction we can find you at for about 6.45?

[Mongolian]

We may be running a tad late for 6.30 (hopefully not though) but if so what's the rough direction we can find you at for about 6.45?

We don't tend to leave till 7pm so you will be fine turning up at 6:45, hopefully this weather doesnt close in.

[Qkchk]

Oh well the weather gods won today - its raining over here in Albany already :( Metservice speaks of increasing rain and then 80kph gusts... hmm I've spent plenty of hours riding in the rain and tonight ain't gonna be another one of them.

Maybe catch you all in late November when I'm back in town, during the week :rolleyes:

[Juniper]

Yes, No, Maybe? :ride:

[The Singing Chef]

Yes, No, Maybe? :ride:

ohh yes.........

[DMNTD]

Anyone or is it too sunny??

[nodrog]

Anyone or is it too sunny??

yeah, ill be there

[DMNTD]

yeah, ill be there

Meet you at the golf course, you know...where the bumps are

[nodrog]

Meet you at the golf course, you know...where the bumps are

Ill bring the blue diamond.

[Juniper]

Pandas all gone? :(

[Mongolian]

anyone up for a ride Thursday if the weather is good?

[GravelRashKid]

anyone up for a ride Thursday if the weather is good?

I'm a starter.

[The Singing Chef]

Could be, will see how busy I am with work.

[Mongolian]

Weather is looking promising, might have to get an sd card tomorrow and charge up the go pro.

[The Singing Chef]

Weather is looking promising, might have to get an sd card tomorrow and charge up the go pro.

That reminds me, I need to buy a new sticky mount for mine.

[Mongolian]

That reminds me, I need to buy a new sticky mount for mine.

dx.com mate, they seem to sell quite a bit of go pro stuff cheap these days, although ive been waiting over a month for mine now lol, shipping is not super fast.

[Juniper]

That reminds me, I need to buy a new sticky mount for mine.


dx.com mate, they seem to sell quite a bit of go pro stuff cheap these days, although ive been waiting over a month for mine now lol, shipping is not super fast.

Check out 1Day and Treat me. They always have go-pro stuff on there.

[Lazyninja]

That reminds me, I need to buy a new sticky mount for mine.

You after flat or curved?

[GravelRashKid]

You after flat or curved?

Curved, no question.
Oops, wrong topic!

[Red Dog]

Curved, no question.
Oops, wrong topic!

You looking out your window again day dreaming?..... get back too work!:nya:

[Juniper]

Curved, no question.
Oops, wrong topic!

What topic are you thinking about?!?

[GravelRashKid]

What topic are you thinking about?!?

Darryl was actually spot on. A lovely creature in the office car-park earlier... holding a go pro :yes:

[Red Dog]

Darryl was actually spot on. A lovely creature in the office car-park earlier... holding a go pro :yes:
Sexy Woof Woof! :yes:

If theres no noob friendly ride what time do you think you guys n gals will be back at Bar Africa, il go on a hoon up 16 a bit earlier and meet you all there??

[Mongolian]

Sexy Woof Woof! :yes:

If theres no noob friendly ride what time do you think you guys n gals will be back at Bar Africa, il go on a hoon up 16 a bit earlier and meet you all there??

Damn couldn't ask for better weather I think, thought it might almost rain when I left work this morning.

I think were usually there for somewhere around 7:30-8pm depending on how long we ride, trying to work out a different route to change it up a bit.

[Red Dog]

Damn couldn't ask for better weather I think, thought it might almost rain when I left work this morning.

I think were usually there for somewhere around 7:30-8pm depending on how long we ride, trying to work out a different route to change it up a bit.
Sweet il meet you all there for a cold one and a rant! :woohoo:

[DanielM8]

Sweet il meet you all there for a cold one and a rant! :woohoo:

Doing a learner ride up to Puhoi via east coast rd tonight for the noobs (like me!). Leaving Oteha Valley Rd Mobil at 6.30. Anybody is welcome along as they're happy to stick with the noob group who may go slow.


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[The Singing Chef]

Slower riders are alright, we usually wait at the end of a road for you. As long as you don't push hard to try and keep up then crash you should be fine.

[The Singing Chef]

You after flat or curved?

It's actually for a ContourHD 1080p, Go-pro's use the square ones though right?

[Mongolian]

Slower riders are alright, we usually wait at the end of a road for you. As long as you don't push hard to try and keep up then crash you should be fine.

Yep for sure, no one is bothered about waiting for a bit, and tbh none of us want a speeding ticket so don't go that fast.

[bosslady]

Wondering if I saw you guys in Albany tonight?

[Mongolian]

Wondering if I saw you guys in Albany tonight?

possibly, we came through albany around 8:20ish. on our way to the pub.

great ride tonight by the way thoroughly enjoyed it. sadly the footage I took is pretty crap, got a big bug in the middle of the camera after about 20mins.

[Juniper]

So that Playdate idea... Someone asked me to start it as a thread so here ya go: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/162150-Mangamuka-Playdate-7-8th-December?p=1130641690#post1130641690

[cracker300]

hey is any one going for a ride this Thursday? returned from Germany and wanting to meet some riding buddies.

[Mongolian]

Assuming its not raining I will certainly be out.

[Juniper]

Yes for us too I think.

[Red Dog]

I wont stupid regional team building....:violin:

[KeyserSöze]

Might be in.

[Maha]

I wont stupid regional team building....:violin:

Tip of the Day: Just say ''there is no I in team, see y'all tomorrow bye bye''.

[KeyserSöze]

Rumors say it's raining out west?

[Mongolian]

Rain radar is certainly looking like it http://www.weatherzone.co.nz/radar/auckland/
can anyone confirm, can't be bothered if its gonna be raining.

[cracker300]

i went out, there was rain but it went away, it was good roads were try.

[Mongolian]

i went out, there was rain but it went away, it was good roads were try.

Hey man, didn't end up going out as it looked like it was gonna hose down, but seems I was wrong. just gonna get soaked on the way to work tonight haha.

[westie]

So Thursday....

[KeyserSöze]

Weather looks good so far. I am in.

[GravelRashKid]

Keen .

[Juniper]

Ill be doing the baby run so we should meet you guys at the pub.

My last run before the trip!!

[Mongolian]

Im definitely keen for a ride, this weather today is awesome.

[KeyserSöze]

Let's hope it stay like that.

[xiphias]

I'm keen - it's been a glorious day so far. Room for a small one (250)?

[Mongolian]

Hey everyone not gonna make it out only had like 4 hours sleep and can barely keep my eyes open. Have a good ride.

[Mongolian]

Who's keen for the last ATNR before xmas, think my tire has one more ride in it and I will try and be awake this week haha.

[Morcs]

A few of us are turning up this week

[tobbera]

I´m keen on coming tomorrow but cant seem to figure out where the meeting point is on Google maps. :weird:

[KeyserSöze]

Exit 19 on highway 16 towards helensville. Then turn left and after about 500 meter you ll see the Z station on your left. I won't be there though. See ya guys in the new year.

[Ntoxcated]

I´m keen on coming tomorrow but cant seem to figure out where the meeting point is on Google maps. :weird:

Z Massey North (https://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=z+massey+north&hl=en&sll=-36.821164,174.608572&sspn=0.003753,0.008256&t=h&hq=z+massey+north&z=18)

[tobbera]

Thanks! See you there tomorrow, weather permitting. :banana:

[Mongolian]

Weather looks sweet, should be a nice ride before xmas

[digger02]

Good ride last night guys, a bit more exciting pace than the few Wednesday NASS rides I've been to. I'll be joining in more of these in the new year if I don't hold you up too much & it will build my skills & confidence, & general talking shit. Good to meet you too Tobias, hopefully see you again, bring the duke along :)

[Juniper]

Yes, no, maybe?

[tobbera]

Good ride last night guys, a bit more exciting pace than the few Wednesday NASS rides I've been to. I'll be joining in more of these in the new year if I don't hold you up too much & it will build my skills & confidence, & general talking shit. Good to meet you too Tobias, hopefully see you again, bring the duke along :)

Yes, I´m tempted to wring the neck of the 200! =) The pace was a bit high for me thou, not really confident on the Hornet 900 yet. Feels like its jumping and bouncing all over the place in the corners. :(

[westie]

Any riders keen for tonight?

[Juniper]

1 way or the other yep

[Mongolian]

I should be in

[KeyserSöze]

If the weather holds up.

[GravelRashKid]

I'm a starter. Weather dependent, given Tigger's aversion to getting wet (Honest! It's not just me.)

[Onetap]

Where does the Ride go and eventually end up?
just got my new R1 today so id be keen on a blat.

[KeyserSöze]

Hookup is the z station at westgate. Exit 19a I thing on sh16 towards helensville. End point is pub Africa in Albany. So all the back roads.

[Mongolian]

Anyone up for a ride this evening, just got my new back tire on that I need to give a test.

[westie]

Bah next week...

[Mongolian]

Bah next week...

Think its gonna be the same for me, can't get this damn header to line up properly and stop leaking

[westie]

Just on a whim and before you use a hammer... You did put the gasket back in ay

[GravelRashKid]

Yeah, I'm keen for a wee blat tonight.

[KeyserSöze]

If it stays dry.

[Juniper]

Not me this time. Off to the AMCC BBQ.

Figured I'd change things up a bit.

[GravelRashKid]

Not me this time. Off to the AMCC BBQ.
Figured I'd change things up a bit.

Hmmph, got a better offer eh? Next week maybe.
I'll pop a couple of bricks in bag my to keep the bike on the road tonight then.

[Juniper]

Hmmph, got a better offer eh? Next week maybe.
I'll pop a couple of bricks in bag my to keep the bike on the road tonight then.

Lol I text you last night!!


*Checks phone to make sure I did actually send it*

Do your new fav Ridge Rd

[GravelRashKid]

Do your new fav Ridge Rd

Good idea. Maybe just one brick then, it's fairly tight, but what fun!

[KeyserSöze]

Just don't go too fast into corners. Will be trailing you... Don't need another wake up call like last week.

[GravelRashKid]

Just don't go too fast into corners. Will be trailing you... Don't need another wake up call like last week.

Haha, yeah that was just a little bit too exciting.

[Juniper]

Haha, yeah that was just a little bit too exciting.

No anchor this time so be careful! She'll be twitchy lol.

[Mongolian]

Just on a whim and before you use a hammer... You did put the gasket back in ay

Haha, yeh the gaskets are all in their, just can't get the one header pipe on the gearbox side to line up the same as the rest, gonna have another go tomorrow.

[GravelRashKid]

Damn! Can't make it tonight, another dried up battery. This one's only a year and a half old [sigh]

[KeyserSöze]

I ll be there.

[GravelRashKid]

Damn! Can't make it tonight, another dried up battery. This one's only a year and a half old [sigh]

Y'all gonna think I'm just makin excuses now.
The battery was topped up with bottled spring water (where do you buy distilled water these days?), then charged overnight. Working fine.

This morning the freakin clutch cable snapped on the way to work!
Pleased to have been practicing clutchless shifting recently. Navigating traffic lights in order to get back home was a tad challenging though.
It's hard enough to find neutral on Tigger using the clutch, nigh impossible without.

Fear not, George to the rescue. He is booked tomorrow anyway, to replace that incessantly squealing rear brake disk.

That's 3 breakdowns (carbs, battery, clutch), should be fine now [touches head].

[Mongolian]

Y'all gonna think I'm just makin excuses now.
The battery was topped up with bottled spring water (where do you buy distilled water these days?), then charged overnight. Working fine.


This morning the freakin clutch cable snapped on the way to work!
Pleased to have been practicing clutchless shifting recently. Navigating traffic lights in order to get back home was a tad challenging though.
It's hard enough to find neutral on Tigger using the clutch, nigh impossible without.

Fear not, George to the rescue. He is booked tomorrow anyway, to replace that incessantly squealing rear brake disk.

That's 3 breakdowns (carbs, battery, clutch), should be fine now [touches head].

Last time I bought some distilled water it was from supercheap auto from memory

[digger02]

Last time I bought some distilled water it was from supercheap auto from memory

I've seen distilled water in supercheap before but I found some at Pak n Save when I was building my car. 10L bottle of it too for about $7. It said natural distilled water so I presumed it's all the same stuff.

[GravelRashKid]

Y'all gonna think I'm just makin excuses now.
The battery was topped up with bottled spring water (where do you buy distilled water these days?), then charged overnight. Working fine.

This morning the freakin clutch cable snapped on the way to work!
Pleased to have been practicing clutchless shifting recently. Navigating traffic lights in order to get back home was a tad challenging though.
It's hard enough to find neutral on Tigger using the clutch, nigh impossible without.

Fear not, George to the rescue. He is booked tomorrow anyway, to replace that incessantly squealing rear brake disk.

That's 3 breakdowns (carbs, battery, clutch), should be fine now [touches head].

Was not the clutch cable, that would have been too easy. The clutch plate has snapped, hopefully getting it welded this week. Otherwise would be weeks to get a new one.

[Riddler]

Y'all gonna think I'm just makin excuses now.
The battery was topped up with bottled spring water (where do you buy distilled water these days?), then charged overnight. Working fine.

This morning the freakin clutch cable snapped on the way to work!
Pleased to have been practicing clutchless shifting recently. Navigating traffic lights in order to get back home was a tad challenging though.
It's hard enough to find neutral on Tigger using the clutch, nigh impossible without.

Fear not, George to the rescue. He is booked tomorrow anyway, to replace that incessantly squealing rear brake disk.

That's 3 breakdowns (carbs, battery, clutch), should be fine now [touches head].

Time for a trade in and upgrade to something newer and more reliable? My car is the same age as your bike and its showing its age, hence why I'm thinking of getting something newer. :)

[GravelRashKid]

Time for a trade in and upgrade to something newer and more reliable? My car is the same age as your bike and its showing its age, hence why I'm thinking of getting something newer. :)

[Sigh] you're right I suppose. But I've spent so much money on her recently, seems a waste. :mellow:
Also a little apprehensive about riding a different bike, I bought Tigger new.

[Juniper]

Time for a trade in and upgrade to something newer and more reliable? My car is the same age as your bike and its showing its age, hence why I'm thinking of getting something newer. :)

Ride full time and then you won't need to!!

[Riddler]

[Sigh] you're right I suppose. But I've spent so much money on her recently, seems a waste. :mellow:
Also a little apprehensive about riding a different bike, I bought Tigger new.

Yeah that is a shame when there is so much senimental value. At least get her to the end of this summer riding season. Fresh start next summer maybe.

[Riddler]

Ride full time and then you won't need to!!
If it never rain and all my possessions fitted into a backpack then sure. I need something cheaper to run at least. My 2 tonne pathfinder with a v6 petrol engine is a little thirsty.:apint:

[DanielM8]

Yeah that is a shame when there is so much senimental value. At least get her to the end of this summer riding season. Fresh start next summer maybe.

Or maybe he needs to get a new one before the start of Winter because his bike cuts out in the rain. :)

[Jester9018]

Hey all, a mate of mine and I ride around a lot tooge'r and We're keen to tag along for a group ride if there's still a meet up tonight? :)
Our bikes are a cafe-custom GB400 and a little katana 250 normally it's just us two but would like to try the group thing...

[GravelRashKid]

Hey all, a mate of mine and I ride around a lot tooge'r and We're keen to tag along for a group ride if there's still a meet up tonight? :)
Our bikes are a cafe-custom GB400 and a little katana 250 normally it's just us two but would like to try the group thing...

Hey Jester9018. With this weather there are bound to be a few turn up (not me this time, the clutch plate is getting put in tomorrow).
Group rides are a lot of fun, as well as the talking rubbish at the pub afterwards.

This ride generally has reasonably quick riders. Although the legal limit isn't normally exceeded, there are not many corners they slow down for either. That said, it's nicely organised that no-one gets left behind at intersections etc. You will be made welcome!

Another ride I enjoy is the NASS ride on Wednesday nights. This short ride is aimed more at smaller bikes and/or learners (show me a rider who isn't learning!), then ends at a carpark to learn and practice riding skills. Then of course to the pub.

[Jester9018]

Awesome!!! Looking forward to tonight then! I'm sure I'll be able to keep up in the twisties hahah :D

So when are who gonna be at the Z? We'll probably be sitting in the macca's round 7.30-ish (earlier if needed :)

[GravelRashKid]

Awesome!!! Looking forward to tonight then! I'm sure I'll be able to keep up in the twisties hahah :D

So when are who gonna be at the Z? We'll probably be sitting in the macca's round 7.30-ish (earlier if needed :)

Most bikes arrive at Z Westgate about 6:45. Then depart at 7pm.
(I wanna be there :crybaby:)

[Juniper]

Awesome!!! Looking forward to tonight then! I'm sure I'll be able to keep up in the twisties hahah :D

So when are who gonna be at the Z? We'll probably be sitting in the macca's round 7.30-ish (earlier if needed :)

Were doing the slower version of ATNR tonight if you want to come.

Text me.

6.45 at Oteha Vally Rd Mobil.

[Jester9018]

Were doing the slower version of ATNR tonight if you want to come.

Text me.

6.45 at Oteha Vally Rd Mobil.

Will be there :D Cya soon!!

[Fern]

I forgot to post earlier, but popped over to the z, no one came out to play! Oh well, try again next week. Bloomin good job though bloody windy mind.

[Riddler]

I forgot to post earlier, but popped over to the z, no one came out to play! Oh well, try again next week. Bloomin good job though bloody windy mind.

Thats a shame no one else turned up, I would've come out but was working last night, I think the threatening bad weather often scares riders off.

[Juniper]

Thats a shame no one else turned up, I would've come out but was working last night, I think the threatening bad weather often scares riders off.

pansies.

Wait don't you have a multi purpose bike?

[Riddler]

pansies.

Wait don't you have a multi purpose bike?
Haha, hey I was saying the bad weather scares SOME off, having to work is however out off my control. What do mean multi purpose bike?

[Juniper]

Haha, hey I was saying the bad weather scares SOME off, having to work is however out off my control. What do mean multi purpose bike?

Arnt motards basically fancy dirt bikes with road tires?

[GravelRashKid]

Arnt motards basically fancy dirt bikes with road tires?

LOL :corn:

[Riddler]

Arnt motards basically fancy dirt bikes with road tires?

Yeah the racing version of what my bike was inspired from are lighter and lower cc rating for both dirt and race track. Even though the bike geometry is similar to those, mine is specifically design for road and tarmac race track riding only. Its to heavy (190kg) and to powerful to race actual supermoto events.
When it comes to a shower or two of rain on NZ roads however, the playing field is levelled so no matter what bike you are on, Good tyres, suspension setup and rider skill are the main factors for keeping upright on two wheels.

[husaberg]

Arnt motards basically fancy dirt bikes with road tires?


Wash your mouth out, Junippler this is a Super Motard (my one anyway)and it feels bewittled by your statement.....
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[Juniper]

Yeah the racing version of what my bike was inspired from are lighter and lower cc rating for both dirt and race track. Even though the bike geometry is similar to those, mine is specifically design for road and tarmac race track riding only. Its to heavy (190kg) and to powerful to race actual supermoto events.
When it comes to a shower or two of rain on NZ roads however, the playing field is levelled so no matter what bike you are on, Good tyres, suspension setup and rider skill are the main factors for keeping upright on two wheels.

........ So why would you want a supermoto that's not actually a supermoto? :confused:

[Riddler]

........ So why would you want a supermoto that's not actually a supermoto? :confused:

If I was going to race supermoto then yeah I would get a motocross bike and convert it to a supermoto. What I have is the best of both a road bike and supermoto bike. The supermoto geometry gives it an upright seating position, tall seat height and good leg room for my big frame. Yet is comfortable to ride long distances (19 litre fuel tank) and stacks of power at 115bhp. I love it for what it is. My next bike will probably be a KTM superduke. KTMs are just that good. :yes:

[Kendoll]

My next bike will probably be a KTM superduke. KTMs are just that good. :yes:

Totally biased, but I second that... the worst part about my SuperDuke is the rider lol

KTM groupies unite! :drinknsin

[Riddler]

Totally biased, but I second that... the worst part about my SuperDuke is the rider lol

KTM groupies unite! :drinknsin

I feel the same about my bike vs skill level. I feel such a mad bike deserves a mad rider. :2guns:

[SuperSonic]

How about a thursday night ride to this great event in Auckland? Just saying, have the best set up bike to ride all weekend long and learn some great things about your suspension and what you can do to get the best from it, in easy normal english!!

FRP - 20th Feb https://www.facebook.com/events/230348147146008/ see here for all details for this event, booking is a must sales@fergusonracing.co.nz

More details see the thread on Dave Moss in Auckland in the meetings and events threads. :-)

[Mongolian]

How about a thursday night ride to this great event in Auckland? Just saying, have the best set up bike to ride all weekend long and learn some great things about your suspension and what you can do to get the best from it, in easy normal english!!

FRP - 20th Feb https://www.facebook.com/events/230348147146008/ see here for all details for this event, booking is a must sales@fergusonracing.co.nz

More details see the thread on Dave Moss in Auckland in the meetings and events threads. :-)

I could be keen on this as I am thinking of going to the big bike day out that weekend, anyone else thinking of going?

[Juniper]

I feel the same about my bike vs skill level. I feel such a mad bike deserves a mad rider. :2guns:

Mad is doing the New Lynn to town commute!!! :angry2:

She was overheating by the time I got to work!!

[Mongolian]

Mad is doing the New Lynn to town commute!!! :angry2:

She was overheating by the time I got to work!!

You need to cut traffic faster :headbang:

If you are cutting and still over heating might need to check the cooling system?

[Juniper]

You need to cut traffic faster :headbang:

If you are cutting and still over heating might need to check the cooling system?

It was just cause I was being a bit of a dick and revving to get those damn inconsiderate cagers to get out of my way.


Yes, No, Maybe? For tonight? The kids will be running.

[Red Dog]

It was just cause I was being a bit of a dick and revving to get those damn inconsiderate cagers to get out of my way.


Yes, No, Maybe? For tonight? The kids will be running.

Did you just admit to that.....:lol:, Im in for a ride tonight for sure!

[Juniper]

Did you just admit to that.....:lol:, Im in for a ride tonight for sure!

7 @ Mobil for the not as fast kids.

[DanielM8]

7 @ Mobil for the not as fast kids.

Reppin the grandma riders. We still get by pretty well!!


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[Red Dog]

Reppin the grandma riders. We still get by pretty well!!


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You comming tonight mate? I'm just asking the dark gods if they will hold off on any rain for tonight ( getting soft!)

[DanielM8]

You comming tonight mate? I'm just asking the dark gods if they will hold off on any rain for tonight ( getting soft!)

Uhh maybe..probably..maybe?? Weather looks a bit grey.

[Kittyhawk]

This ride is still actively running??? been a few years here...:innocent:

[Juniper]

This ride is still actively running??? been a few years here...:innocent:

Yeah. The original ATNR are fair weather riders. The 250's are A'ard core :rolleyes::cool:

[Maha]

This ride is still actively running??? been a few years here...:innocent:

Nothing like the days/nights when JSG and Skidster would grace the ride with their presence, always made for good reading around 10pm on a Thursday night!

[newbie2012]

You guys venturing out this Thursday ? Plus where is the current meeting place (or are there a couple) ?

Be great to sample the baby ATNR (now I realise what ATNR stands for thanks to some kindly insight from KB members).

[Juniper]

You guys venturing out this Thursday ? Plus where is the current meeting place (or are there a couple) ?

Be great to sample the baby ATNR (now I realise what ATNR stands for thanks to some kindly insight from KB members).

We generally run from Mobil Oteha Valley Rd about 7pm.

We go as fast as the slowest rider (try) and wait to regroup on the corners if we get stretched out a bit.

End up at the pub roughly same time as the 'Big Kids'

I started it for people new to riding or new to group riding and because I feel really bad holding up other more experienced on the corners riders.

[Mongolian]

Anyone going out tonight?

[Juniper]

Baby ATNR is on! :baby:

[GravelRashKid]

Anyone going out tonight?

I'm keen to come and play with the big kids tonight. It's good to mix it up, I enjoy going both ways. (That just sounds so wrong!)
Hopefully it stays dry, running a little light on tread - not to mention that both Tigger and I will melt if we touch water.

[cracker300]

Will be there tonight.

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[newbie2012]

See you guys at 7

[cracker300]

where do the big kids meet oteha vally still?

[Juniper]

where do the big kids meet oteha vally still?

Nah big kids are at Westgate Z. about 6.30.

[Danzano]

Got me some leathers to test out before the art day on the 15th :)

Juniper ill see you at the pub :D

[cracker300]

Is any body going to z westgate or should i just go oteha vally?

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[Juniper]

Is any body going to z westgate or should i just go oteha vally?

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Dude the baby ride isn't the worlds fastest race lol. We try to cater for the slowest person, be that the 125 or a little Ginny.

They often get there around 6.45. I know tigger will be meeting you there.

[askaz]

Is the ride on tonight?
If so, is there room for a new comer?

[Juniper]

7pm at Mobil as usual!

[GravelRashKid]

Big kids meet about 6:45, then leave at 7pm from Z Westgate. (Run through this thread)
Little kids (mostly 250's) leave at 7pm from Mobil Oteha Valley Road. (Run by text with Juniper)

Both groups end up at Bar Africa before dark.

Damn commitments tonight :(
I'll be going straight to the bar.

[ft.jd]

7pm at Mobil as usual!

=( missing all the good riding weather.. bike will probs be ready again in the middle of winter.... fml

[Juniper]

Hehe well that was fun!!!

Wheelie practice next time! I needed new tires anyway.....

[GravelRashKid]

Hehe well that was fun!!!

Wheelie practice next time! I needed new tires anyway.....

Your rear tyre is now so flat, you need a steering wheel not handlebars!
Yes wheelie practice, and perhaps some instruction on how not to flip :shit:

[Kittyhawk]

Yeah. The original ATNR are fair weather riders. The 250's are A'ard core :rolleyes::cool:

Nah we aren't fair, we're fast ;)

[Kittyhawk]

Nothing like the days/nights when JSG and Skidster would grace the ride with their presence, always made for good reading around 10pm on a Thursday night!

Those were the days.

ARe there still those on here, or has everyone migrated to FBMC?:no:

[Pumba]

Those were the days.

ARe there still those on here, or has everyone migrated to FBMC?:no:

There are still a few of us around Kitty.

[NinjaNanna]

and still subscribed to the thread

[Juniper]

Nah we aren't fair, we're fast ;)

...er than the rain drops!!

[KeyserSöze]

Planning on being there Thursday.

[GravelRashKid]

Yeah, me too. I'll join the big kids this week. :)
Shiny new tyres need scrubbing in.

[Littleman]

and still subscribed to the thread

Indeed.

.......

[GravelRashKid]

Those were the days.

ARe there still those on here, or has everyone migrated to FBMC?:no:


There are still a few of us around Kitty.


and still subscribed to the thread


Indeed.....

And still riding? You old codgers should pop along then...

[NinjaNanna]

And still riding? You old codgers should pop along then...

wee bit hard from the west island :)

[Juniper]

Will be running a bit late. Still at treads getting tyres on.

[KeyserSöze]

So am I. Should be there 5 past.

[Juniper]

Can we make it 7:15 tonight? My tyres aren't ready yet.

[Mongolian]

Can we make it 7:15 tonight? My tyres aren't ready yet.

Did you have to pay the $3 per tire disposal fee for your old tires?

[GravelRashKid]

Did you have to pay the $3 per tire disposal fee for your old tires?

Probably only had to pay $2. Not a lot of rubber left to dispose of :innocent:

[Juniper]

Did you have to pay the $3 per tire disposal fee for your old tires?

Yep......
Going back in tomorrow morn. My brake is spongy as hell now

[Hinny]

Yep......
Going back in tomorrow morn. My brake is spongy as hell now

Just discovered a part of my body like that. :no:

[Juniper]

Just discovered a part of my body like that. :no:

Your tummy?

[NinjaNanna]

Just discovered a part of my body like that. :no:

still laughing my guts out, long time no post buddy :) Got ya email today came online expecting to find a PM but no PM weird - life's good mate, three happy girls (2 + SWMBO) and happy at work what more can a guy ask for. BTW that trout in ya email avatar looked undersize I hope you released it :bleh:.

[Hinny]

Your tummy?

Nah, a bit lower - my breeding gear.

[Juniper]

Nah, a bit lower - my breeding gear.

My tummys squishy. :(

I think my breeding gear is squishy too, think it's meant to be though!! :p

[Mongolian]

Who's in for this thursday? looks like it may be the only dry ride around as the weekend is looking pretty dicy.

[GravelRashKid]

Keen.
Of course Hampton Downs will be perfectly dry this Saturday...

[Kittyhawk]

There are still a few of us around Kitty.

You were always my favourite lil piggy :love: how are ya!

[Hinny]

My tummys squishy. :(

I think my breeding gear is squishy too, think it's meant to be though!! :p

Does this need investigation?

[Hinny]

BTW that trout in ya email avatar looked undersize I hope you released it :bleh:.

It wasn't in very good condition - Not quite double figures.- thought I should get it stuffed and get the taxidermist to fill it up a bit. Make it look like it would have before she had spawned.

[Pumba]

You were always my favourite lil piggy :love: how are ya!

Ahhh shucks :o

Mate I am good. Living life in Cambridge now days with a wife and two little boys (2 years and 4 months). Not much time for riding but still plenty of bikes left in the shed. What about yourself?

[Juniper]

Hey could I have a show of hands please who's keen for the junior ride?

Otherwise I'll run with the big kids.


Cheers,

[Mongolian]

Fun Ride tonight, I think next time I come out will have to think up a different route.

Chris your bike makes some good flames when you change gear mate haha

[Kittyhawk]

Ahhh shucks :o

Mate I am good. Living life in Cambridge now days with a wife and two little boys (2 years and 4 months). Not much time for riding but still plenty of bikes left in the shed. What about yourself?

OMG wow! Good stuff! You've got little pumbas hahaha...awesome to hear. Me? no kids, still doing music and riding when time allows.... solo riding, dont do the whole group thing anymore.

[10bikekid]

Fun Ride tonight, I think next time I come out will have to think up a different route.

Chris your bike makes some good flames when you change gear mate haha

Yer, was good and thanks for leading well, waiting for the group and sensibly speeds on the straights. It puts me off these rides when the lead guys run 30+ k over the speed limit on the straights making it hard for guys at the back to stay in the group without putting themselves into lose your licence speeds.

Well done I thought :Punk:

[Juniper]

ATNR Junior is on tonight.

Mobil at Oteha Vally Road. Meet at 6.45 leave at 7pm.

Aimed at the learner crowd.

Text me if your keen, or just turn on up!!

We meet the "Big Kids" at the same pub roughly the same time.

[Mongolian]

Who is up for this ride tonight, maybe do a bit of a different route if anyone is interested?

[GravelRashKid]

Who is up for this ride tonight, maybe do a bit of a different route if anyone is interested?

Yep I'm keen. Need to make the most of the daylight hours eh.

[Juniper]

Hey so keen for ATNR Junior tonight? This is for slower/learner/250 type riders. Meet at Mobil Oteha Valley Rd. I started this so that as a learner rider I didn't keep the big kids up in the twisties. But still end up at the Sam pub at roughly the same time.

Making it a bit earlier tonight so we don't get caught out in the dark again.
Meet at 6.30, leave 6.45 at the latest.

If the traffic on the Northern is really bad we'll wait a tad longer.
Let me know if your keen though so I know whose coming.



Fuckit going to create a thread some day when I've got the time at a computer.

[GravelRashKid]

I'll be a little slower tonight then :-)

I can get to Z Westgate early if we also want to depart earlier.

[RuoskaNZ]

Should be over tonight. Will bail early again though.

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[Juniper]

Ok guys. So I've started the ATNR Junior thread please check it out (and let me know if I need to add change anything)

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/165654-ATNR-Junior-(Auckland-Thursday-Night-Ride-Junior)

[Latte]

Been meaning to get along to one of these all summer , if the weather holds I should be there.

[cracker300]

should be there tonight to

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[Mongolian]

Just about to head out, see you all there

[cracker300]

you coming?

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[GravelRashKid]

Well the new GoPro did really well for most of the ride. A few things to experiment with.
Unfortunately the gravel patch we encountered was probably a little too far away, and the resolution set too low for when I tried to zoom in.
I failed to attach the video anyway. It's in MP4 format, what else needs to be done in order to attach it?

[Juniper]

Well the new GoPro did really well for most of the ride. A few things to experiment with.
Unfortunately the gravel patch we encountered was probably a little too far away, and the resolution set too low for when I tried to zoom in.
I failed to attach the video anyway. It's in MP4 format, what else needs to be done in order to attach it?

I'd do YouTube. It's easier!

[Mongolian]

I'd do YouTube. It's easier!

Agree'd but probably don't post the video on here, probably best to pm the link to people

[Latte]

If it does get posted somewhere can I get a link? (I was on the R1).

Also, cheers for the ride - couple of laughs, and some good bike control :D

[cracker300]

Well the new GoPro did really well for most of the ride. A few things to experiment with.
Unfortunately the gravel patch we encountered was probably a little too far away, and the resolution set too low for when I tried to zoom in.
I failed to attach the video anyway. It's in MP4 format, what else needs to be done in order to attach it?
blur the number plates ahahha

[Mongolian]

blur the number plates ahahha

That would work for me :woohoo:

[gunnyrob]

Hey boys & girls, just heard via facebook that there is unmarked pea gravel on Old North Road and SH16. A couple of bikes binned in the weekend, and the council is out responding to the heads up I gave them today.

[Mongolian]

Hey boys & girls, just heard via facebook that there is unmarked pea gravel on Old North Road and SH16. A couple of bikes binned in the weekend, and the council is out responding to the heads up I gave them today.

Thats good to hear, there was definately some loose gravel on sh16 on sunday, hopefully they get out some sweepers