South Auckland Thursday Night Ride

[caseye]

Good call. Caseye probably wrapped up in cotton wool asleep:yes: it's easing off but decisions made. Next week or sat/sun. Already been to downtown Ongarue this week for work.

I resemble that remark!@#$%
Next week it is, no sense going out and dirtying up a perfectly washed, polished and shined motorcycle on a Thursday night for no good reason.
Like we used to do most winter Thursday nights some years back, remember starting in the rain and finishing in it, including the pub/cafe stop before heading home.

[leathel]

Anyone else keen to ride tonight? Looks like it should be a OK night to ride :)

[eldog]

Yes waiting for site guys to return

[Puffin' Billy]

i'll be there

[eldog]

:rockon:Once again a ride worth doing again, thanks guys.

it was more than ok to ride leathel. Nice clear starry night out in the wops......

[caseye]

New plate arrived today.
Of course, it didn't rain last night, but hey,that's life. Be seeing you Orrible lot next Thursday then.

[Puffin' Billy]

Hey eldog did you see the rabbit that nearly took out ahmet when we left matakana to ride back to waiuku?? i forgot to mention that at barbs bar...

[leathel]

Hey eldog did you see the rabbit that nearly took out ahmet when we left matakana to ride back to waiuku?? i forgot to mention that at barbs bar...

There certainly was a few around down near the ramp.

I love those roads :D

[eldog]

Hey eldog did you see the rabbit that nearly took out ahmet when we left matakana to ride back to waiuku?? i forgot to mention that at barbs bar...
No, missed that one. Did avoid the road kill on the way there though

its an area that has the odd deer on the road.....

that's the second time I have ridden that road. Just as memorable as the first, just different.
miss them old times.

its good for me to get out and visit all of these different places/people - a good change from work cheers guys.

Amit - hope you have had time to adjust your headlight.
No worries about hi beam.
just be careful of areas especially on corners/intersections where rain/traffic washes out stones etc onto the road

Twilight Road/Kimpton Road intersection will have metal across the road and the road will start deteriorating over the coming months

just be careful there.

[eldog]

is this rain going to stop?
Keen to go, but held up at work for a few minutes, I can hear the rain outside, maybe its just a shower.

it was very pleasant out this arvo:headbang:

Off home and then we will see.

[leathel]

I have got so much work to catch up on, lost 4 hours fixing a fault with a job so I wont be out tonight.

[eldog]

bummer mate, is it raining our your way? its easing off in Takanini

[leathel]

bummer mate, is it raining our your way? its easing off in Takanini

Not for a while now, even see stars between the clouds

[eldog]

Ok will give it a go.... Even for a short run, it will be the only run till next week

[amit]

so did anybody make it for a ride today. delayed at work wanted to come over. well always been used to riding on asphalt , definitely on the chip seals the confidence level goes down as the fear factor kicks in( loosing traction). will need lot of practise to cope up till then probably have to hold you all back

[eldog]

so did anybody make it for a ride today. delayed at work wanted to come over. well always been used to riding on asphalt , definitely on the chip seals the confidence level goes down as the fear factor kicks in( loosing traction). will need lot of practise to cope up till then probably have to hold you all back

The was someone slower than you there tonite.
understandable about traction but it's relative to how much loose stuff is present - there should be none on good stuff done properly and rolled and swept. Trouble is current method is to use vehicles to do the rolling etc.

practise - go at your own pace. If you feel under pressure, find an area to pull over safely and let them pass.

its definitely getting cooler and the rain is chilly.

Leathel - looks like I will have to save up and get myself some Dragons.

[eldog]

Once more the 'Orrible Lot went for a ride.
There was no storm just a few skiffs of light rain and a few vehicles who were all to keen to overtake and light the way......

Wasn't cold or wet, so the winter gear has passed the test, yet again

More interesting sights at the autobahn and surrounds. Driving skills and what people wear...... Or don't wear:crazy:

May not be there this week, off on a long journey over QB

and yeah Tuakau was almost shut, just a few hardy souls visiting the chemists - and the waterfeatures were non existent.

[Puffin' Billy]

anyone in for tonight??

[eldog]

If I say Yes - then I will be in trouble
If I say NO - then I will miss out

I am not supposed to but, sometimes its good to be in trouble......

got the long weekend off Yeehaa

[Puffin' Billy]

sweet ill be there then

[eldog]

Well worth getting into trouble:yes:

too cold for the oldies?:innocent:

[leathel]

too much paper work to catch up on, intended to do a solo ride when done...... But paperwork and more paper work and didn't ride.

Just got back from doing a parts run so at least I got one ride in this week :D

[eldog]

Won't be there tonight.

[leathel]

Won't be there tonight.

I will be on the bike but with my daughter heading north, her first long trip on here bike in heavy motorway traffic....and looks like it will be windy so I will shadow her just in case... then turn around and head home.... fun ride (Tui add) all motorway ..... Will drop of the motorway on the way home for sure

[caseye]

Yep, this week I won't be in either, wifey and I on our own for =first time in 21 years, out for dinner then sleep!

[eldog]

any of u's riding tonight? :bleh:
or r u tucked up with a rug?

[caseye]

any of u's riding tonight? :bleh:
or r u tucked up with a rug?

Sadly I'm working on a mates trailer tonight, so despite the best night for weeks I'm out.
Ride safe guys and girls?

[leathel]

I was out with my daughter at a blues Gig, Nice night out with a taxi driver :D

Its great when you don't need to think about how much you drink as she was happy to drive :sunny:

[eldog]

It was a lot warmer than I expected. Reasonably quiet on the roads.
Good night for trying out a few things.
If things work out will try for a longer run next week.

It highlighted the crap light output of the std headlight. :facepalm:

Had a much better ride this afternoon with the big overhead candle helping with vision:2thumbsup

[eldog]

De 'Orrible lot are away this week, ride on :scooter::scooter::niceone:

[caseye]

De 'Orrible lot are away this week, ride on :scooter::scooter::niceone:

I won't be out this week, preparing for sojourn to Whangarei the next day. Going to catch up with some of the FBMC guys and girls, actually a lot of them, going to be a lot of fun.

[eldog]

I won't be out this week, preparing for sojourn to Whangarei the next day. Going to catch up with some of the FBMC guys and girls, actually a lot of them, going to be a lot of fun.
Yeah its hard yakka, riding 2 days in a row............:bleh:

[caseye]

Yeah its hard yakka, riding 2 days in a row............:bleh:

Cheek of it! lol, now then young fella, yer elders can't keep up as it is.

[eldog]

Cheek of it! lol, now then young fella, yer elders can't keep up as it is.
Ya can't keep it up or ya can't keep up. Now that's funny.
Theres no way I can keep up with the rest of you when you ride normally, without both hands tied behind your back as you do.

Glad that you are happy to wait up while I plod on.

Have a good trip to the winter-less north:niceone:
I haven't been that way for ages....... There's a thought for a ride.:wait:

[caseye]

Ya can't keep it up or ya can't keep up. Now that's funny.
Theres no way I can keep up with the rest of you when you ride normally, without both hands tied behind your back as you do.

Glad that you are happy to wait up while I plod on.

Have a good trip to the winter-less north:niceone:
I haven't been that way for ages....... There's a thought for a ride.:wait:

You only need to think you are a Fat biker to be one, most are going north on Saturday 9.30am Caltex and Bombay.still room at the INN ( Distinction Hotel Whangarei) Murray the manager, no one rides silly in the FBMC,you'd be positively welcomed.

[eldog]

You only need to think you are a Fat biker to be one, most are going north on Saturday 9.30am Caltex and Bombay.still room at the INN ( Distinction Hotel Whangarei) Murray the manager, no one rides silly in the FBMC,you'd be positively welcomed.
Thanks Caseye, got other commitments:brick:

Amit and I did the Kaiaua/Clevedon loop last weekend, nice little pootle.
was thinking about doing it this Thurs, but that's out now. Just as well I did it then.
heaps of Mustangs out.

[eldog]

Just a tad too wet, eh Waston?:bye:

[leathel]

Paperwork for me, and not a nice night for it, will have all sorts of shit on the road ATM... wish we could get a brake in the weather as I have outside work to do and its just not happening

[Saarg]

Wooho bikes fixed, but just got another shift


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[eldog]

Anyone planning on a ride this week?
I would be late 7.20 if you wanted to wait.

If no one is riding I will wait till weekend

[leathel]

Anyone planning on a ride this week?
I would be late 7.20 if you wanted to wait.

If no one is riding I will wait till weekend

I am keen to do a run to test a couple of things but the forecast is not great ...... Not sure how work is placed for Thursday but will be riding Sunday if you are keen, posted some details on the Waikato LOR page, Weather is looking better then :)

[eldog]

I am keen to do a run to test a couple of things but the forecast is not great ...... Not sure how work is placed for Thursday but will be riding Sunday if you are keen, posted some details on the Waikato LOR page, Weather is looking better then :)
OK I will check it out
Won't be at Thursday ride

[eldog]

Won't be there tonight

[eldog]

Won't be there tonight

same again:drinkup:

[jafagsx250]

I would be keen to go but one of my brake lights is broken so I got to get it fixed.

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[leathel]

There hasn't been a night I have got out of work before 7:30 in the last few weeks...so doubt I will get there, looking OK weather wise but I really need to try and catch up before the cold kiwi!

[caseye]

Well I;m going! F it haven't been for ages. See who else turns up.

[eldog]

Well I;m going! F it haven't been for ages. See who else turns up.

To your dismay I will be going as well, events have turned out completely different to what I expected, to my benefit.:2thumbsup

and some one can explain the 'Cold Kiwi'

[caseye]

As always the more the merrier.

[A_J_T]

Sorry to ask what inevitably is in the 300 odd pages of banter but, what’s the time and start location for these now?

[leathel]

Sorry to ask what inevitably is in the 300 odd pages of banter but, what’s the time and start location for these now?

roll out 7pm from the Papakura Autobahn/BP (of the motorway)

[A_J_T]

roll out 7pm from the Papakura Autobahn/BP (of the motorway)

eh 0 motivation, bit of a hike for me. enjoy gents

[caseye]

Great night for riding tonight, bloody cold though, havent been that cold on a bike in years. OL Eldog wiv his bark busters and heated gripes was perfectly alright. Good nights road craft.
Fire at the Muddy was sooooooooo warm.

[leathel]

Work could have waited but my services had been offered without me knowing to help out........and what a waste of time that was....they got details wrong and research needs to be done first, night stuffed for no gain.... Pissed off!

[eldog]

Great night for riding tonight, bloody cold though, havent been that cold on a bike in years. OL Eldog wiv his bark busters and heated gripes was perfectly alright. Good nights road craft.
Fire at the Muddy was sooooooooo warm.

Nice night for a cool ride.
bark busters - yes
heated grips not required.
just the old tee shirt underneath

yeah the fire was nice.

for some reason felt much more comfortable on the bike.
will have to get a bit more practise riding in before the summer comes.
but opportunity will be intermittent.

[eldog]

Work could have waited but my services had been offered without me knowing to help out........and what a waste of time that was....they got details wrong and research needs to be done first, night stuffed for no gain.... Pissed off!

We thought of you while we supped our poison at the warm Muddy

[caseye]

Nice night for a cool ride.
bark busters - yes
heated grips not required.
just the old tee shirt underneath

yeah the fire was nice.

for some reason felt much more comfortable on the bike.
will have to get a bit more practise riding in before the summer comes.
but opportunity will be intermittent.

Just get out as much as you can, concentrate on cornering well with plenty to spare and then look to get out of them a bit quicker, the rest will follow. T Shirt Pfft, I nearly choked on my Lemon Lime and bitters when you told me thats all you had under the fabric jacket.
Leathal, next time, say na, riding first! and as a mate of mine is wnat to say, "better to be pissed off, than pissed on"
You missed a good shortish ride tonight, usually we go for about an hour an a half before finding a pub,club or cafe to hang out in, motivation neede3d aye.

[eldog]

What's the weather like 2nite?

[leathel]

What's the weather like 2nite?

Should be fine tonight.... Was a good night to ride last night too :D

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:D

[leathel]

Still working, doubt I will get there. arrrrhhhhhhh

Be nice to have 3 staff like the one that turns up every day, playing catch up for others sick days

[eldog]

Still working, doubt I will get there. arrrrhhhhhhh

Be nice to have 3 staff like the one that turns up every day, playing catch up for others sick days

Bugger. Might be a shortish night occasional drops of water.
Depending on who shows up might ride passed yr way or not as the casi maybe

I have 3 away tomorrow and probably more won't turn up either

Bike isn't used much lately so was surprised it started lol

- Yep, I got the weather right, drizzle, rain, lots of headlights, slippery roads, the usual suspects and dodgy drivers in Tuakau
a few road repairs using cement (3+) - I can always find road repairs

Caseye, I did have a lower air pressure 30-32 in the front, I checked my log. front - its better but still no good for those cooler nights.

its was a nice pootle...

[eldog]

after last nights run, dodging peoples thrown out dinners on the road and a trellis fence.
the weather was good with only strong winds in a few places (not gusty) but it was dark.
Amazing how often cars appeared while mid corner.....:niceone:

how about the Kaiaua run next week?

Amit, Bmwilly you up for it? :bleh:

weather should improve for the next wee while

[caseye]

Geez who knows we might even get our Old Ride leader back for a run guys, saw that reprobate JAFAR Yesterdey at of all plaes the rebuilt Muddy, Ha, bit of De Ja vue there an all.
Come on Marty post up yer coming along and I promise I'll have Old Guy and Didgy turn up too.

[Bass]

If you are going around the Kaiaua loop in the dark, beware of the patchy road repairs at the top of the hill just south of Kawakawa. They have been mentioned in here before but as seen last Saturday, have continued to deteriorate and spread even more loose gravel around the general area.

[leathel]

If you are going around the Kaiaua loop in the dark, beware of the patchy road repairs at the top of the hill just south of Kawakawa. They have been mentioned in here before but as seen last Saturday, have continued to deteriorate and spread even more loose gravel around the general area.

Certainly not in great shape ATM

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd316/leathel-one/leathel-one002/Kawakawa%20bad%20road.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/leathel-one/media/leathel-one002/Kawakawa%20bad%20road.jpg.html)

and plenty of green gunge buildup

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My bike WOF has lapsed and with workers out of action after his crash for a bit I doubt I will get there the next week or so

Jeff's a bit bruised and sore for a while, dent in the tank is from getting squashed against the bike when T boned (forks bent etc as the bike continued without him into a brick wall)

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[eldog]

Thanks for the heads up on Kaiaua Rd

due to the weather - I will be seeing u'all next week

[eldog]

And the weather report is for?

Could do with a slow ride tonight.

[leathel]

No WOF ATM, not had time to take it to Pukekohe to get one, Jeff is still not back at work after his crash so still on the floor and paperwork jammed in where I can :brick:

[eldog]

No WOF ATM, not had time to take it to Pukekohe to get one, Jeff is still not back at work after his crash so still on the floor and paperwork jammed in where I can :brick:

I know that feeling all to we'll.
If I make it. Unlikely ATM.
Damm paperwork

[caseye]

Pissing down here in Rewa. Won't be out to play tonight.

[eldog]

I know that feeling all to we'll.
If I make it. Unlikely ATM.
Damm paperwork
And now it's raining FFS
Not really worth it.

[eldog]

Even thought tonight is my night off, just couldn't be bothered, stayed at work and finished a few things that had been hanging around on the round-to-it bucket list:whocares::violin:

[munster]

I'm up for a ride this Thursday

[jafagsx250]

Forecast is meant to be quite good too. I'm keen to come along.

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[leathel]

My bike has its new rego label so legal again :D

Should be nothing stopping me getting there tonight :)

[oldguy]

will try tis a nice afternoon for a ride.

[Saarg]

I'm up for a ride. Is the meeting spot still at the bp on the motorway just past papakura?


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[munster]

Not a bad turnout last night, 6 of us all up

[caseye]

Not a bad turnout last night, 6 of us all up

Probably be back next week, getting over me trip to theMountain in Oz, bak to the grindstone on MOnday.
Hows that ol 109 looking Munster?

[eldog]

i have been booked for another event this week, so will be seeing yous later
at least the weather is improving......

[leathel]

looks like it will be dry and a reasonable night :D

[caseye]

Coming out to play tonight, anyone else?

[eldog]

sorry no:no:

working till 7 and rellies have arrived, maybe a few drinks tho

[caseye]

Well El ya missed a good night out, no one on the roads we were on and they were nice open sweeping corner after corner stuff! Finished up at the Muddy for a nice seafood basket and a cold pint .
Be in next week, with Munster and Leathel, great riding with you again me ol mate Munster.

[jafagsx250]

Was it raining out clevedon way? Looked like it was so I gave it a miss.

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[munster]

No rain at all, twas a nice night for a ride

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[jafagsx250]

Bugger.

Where's the photo taken at?

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[munster]

Bugger.

Where's the photo taken at?

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Sunset Beach, Port Waikato

[leathel]

Sure was a nice night for it :D

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[Boob Johnson]

Nice shots!

[eldog]

No rain at all
Photos Sums up SATNR :woohoo:

Bugger I missed it.

[aws]

Sure was a nice night for it :D

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd316/leathel-one/tag%20album/20161027_194645.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/leathel-one/media/tag%20album/20161027_194645.jpg.html)
You're making me regret not making the effort...

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[leathel]

Looks like the forecast rain is going to be a no show, A good night to ride :D

Anyone else keen :D

[eldog]

Looks like the forecast rain is going to be a no show, A good night to ride :D

Anyone else keen :D
Does look good from my office. Working till 7.
Should be a good ride.

[nzspokes]

I will try to attend tonight, weather or work may stuff this up.

[caseye]

Ditto! Wot Spokes said.

[nzspokes]

Looking good for being there.

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[leathel]

I managed to get some riding in but all a bit last minute planned, Work was nuts today so didn't get to post up what I was up to (intended to but just got to many interruptions), Popped up to Mangere Bridge township to watch some live music, then took the long way home :D

[oldguy]

Nice to finally meet you nzspoke, thanks for the ride company, hope it wasn't too slow for you.

[nzspokes]

Nice to finally meet you nzspoke, thanks for the ride company, hope it wasn't too slow for you.

Good to meet you mate, nice ride. Enjoyed it.

The speed was good.

[caseye]

Sadly time and age took it's toll, snoozed on the couch till way past ride time, next week boyo's, next week.

[leathel]

Sadly time and age took it's toll, snoozed on the couch till way past ride time, next week boyo's, next week.

That will be why you didn't answer my call letting you know what I was up to, and the text reply you sent was after I hit the road home so didn't see it come in (well after the ride start time anyway)

Next week (if the forecast improves)

[jafagsx250]

Doesn't look like the weather is aa good as yesterday night for a ride.

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[leathel]

Wind as, forecast for isolated heavy showers, plenty of other things to catch up on so I will flag it this week..... try next week

[caseye]

Flagging it too! See you on the Hamilton North School run on Sunday?

[leathel]

Flagging it too! See you on the Hamilton North School run on Sunday? Yup should be another good day out :)

[leathel]

Damn its Thursday already!

Weather is looking to hold until tomorrow so who is in for a ride tonight?

:)

[eldog]

Damn its Thursday already!

Weather is looking to hold until tomorrow so who is in for a ride tonight?

:)
Thank goodness it's Thursday:2thumbsup

I plan to go for a blast but can't make 7 o'clock start ATM.

BUGGER. it's been quite a while between rides

[Bass]

In (10 characters)

What time can you manage?

[leathel]

I will be there before 7.... Probably not by a lot, ready to roll at 7 or soon after :)

[Bass]

Was wondering about Lance

[eldog]

it will be nearer to 8 when I am ready for a blast.
next week I might be a bit more prepared and ride the bike to work

somebody better roll Caseye off the lounge suit.

[Bass]

it will be nearer to 8 when I am ready for a blast.
.

Want us to text you where we are headed?

[eldog]

Want us to text you where we are headed?

that would be nice, c u there

[Bass]

that would be nice, c u there

Roger Lance

[oldguy]

I should be there just before 7

[eldog]

Nice ride out tonight thanks.:headbang:

hey old guy you gunna light a better candle on that bike?

just finished off with fruit & ice cream for dessert:niceone:

got the rellies up next week, not sure about what's happening.

[leathel]

Some pics from tonight's ride

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd316/leathel-one/fbmc%20rides/20161124_194144.jpg (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/leathel-one/media/fbmc%20rides/20161124_194144.jpg.html)

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[eldog]

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Nice pic there leathel:niceone:

tied up dis week, see ya's next week.:mobile:










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[oldguy]

Nice ride out tonight thanks.:headbang:

hey old guy you gunna light a better candle on that bike?

just finished off with fruit & ice cream for dessert:niceone:

got the rellies up next week, not sure about what's happening.

Haha yeah the lights are bad, I was going alot faster than I should, it did tell a few times, Im out tonight got stuff to do at home, and I just scraped the side of my truck on my gate, I am so pissed at my self. fa.....................k.:argh::cry::cry:

[leathel]

Munster is out tonight, Family things on, I am still head down at work so unlikely to make the start.....and bike is jammed in with dirt bike and gear behind it..... Have some work to do on it I might as well try to get done tonight :)

[jafagsx250]

Is that port Waikato?

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[eldog]

I'm out this week, hopefully nex week :scooter:

[leathel]

Is that port Waikato?

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The Sunset pics a couple of pages back yes, the last pics I posted no, that last ones were out Kawakawa way :)

[jafagsx250]

The Sunset pics a couple of pages back yes, the last pics I posted no, that last ones were out Kawakawa way :)

Last time I tried to go to port Waikato I accidentally went to raglan.

Yeah we usually go to the pub and fish and chip shop near miranda hot pools so next time should go further.

[eldog]

that last ones were out Kawakawa way :)

IIRC Yes beaut place to go when there is a full moon AND no wind. Be careful of locals who use both sides of the road. Some of them I know don't like Mbike riders at any time.

[leathel]

Working on my ATM so wont get there.... Working on the exhaust....sounds to much like a sewing machine....got to fix that :D

[eldog]

Working on the exhaust....sounds to much like a sewing machine....got to fix that :D

Here a fix I like. Used an engine like this as a generator a few years back.
Every time I started it - big smile on the dial :drool:
made going to work a pleasure.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2O6vFb4sT0


and about 6 mins in there are some mbikes.....

[leathel]

Here a fix I like. Used an engine like this as a generator a few years back.
Every time I started it - big smile on the dial :drool:
made going to work a pleasure.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2O6vFb4sT0


and about 6 mins in there are some mbikes.....

These seam a bit small to make much sound :P

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:)

[eldog]

These seam a bit small to make much sound :P:)

I can hear it.

often too much sound can annoying.....:bleh:

want to got one of those switchable exhausts.

[eldog]

Weathers looking up......
Hopefully no overtime this Thurs...

Will have to clean bike though:brick:

[caseye]

I'm in this week, Leathel, you'd better be along, an I mean BETTER BE, wanna good butchers Hook at that not so quiet beasty.

[leathel]

will have to see how it goes, I might be able to be there if some parts dont arrive, have loads of jobs in that need to be mobile for xmas....but if the parts dont arrive I wont be working late :P

[leathel]

will have to see how it goes, I might be able to be there if some parts dont arrive, have loads of jobs in that need to be mobile for xmas....but if the parts dont arrive I wont be working late :P

mmmmm School prize giving tonight.... I hate the long night (area school and the have the whole school prize giving and acts on one night, year 1-13) but my son has been told to be there so I guess I need to be there for him..... Next week I guess

[Bass]

Good chance I'm in tonight atm

[Boostinu13]

THis is quite cool you have these Thursday night rides, were bouts in south Auckland? I work in Manukau live Manurewa/Randwick Park (feel free to say hi) It is a shame I work Tuesday and Thursday nights until 8.. although it is meant to rain tonight.
You do this every Thursday?

[leathel]

THis is quite cool you have these Thursday night rides, were bouts in south Auckland? I work in Manukau live Manurewa/Randwick Park (feel free to say hi) It is a shame I work Tuesday and Thursday nights until 8.. although it is meant to rain tonight.
You do this every Thursday?

Most Thursdays.... but lately I have missed a few, If the forecast is crap I usually give it a miss as do others. Papakura Autobahn start 6:30 roll out 7

[eldog]

Most Thursdays.... but lately I have missed a few, If the forecast is crap I usually give it a miss as do others. Papakura Autobahn start 6:30 roll out 7

I was going tonight but tis a raining in Papakura now.
Suggest give it a miss too.


It's spooky when you ride in the rain ain't it.:psst:

[Saarg]

Is there a ride this week?


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[leathel]

I might be there if all goes to plan....if its dry :P

Red bike is all cleaned to sell..... I dont have time to clean it again :P

Valkyrie has older tires (but new) and not sure about a wet night ride ....want to see how they stick in the wet in daylight first, they may be a little hard, Must check the date stamp to see just how old they are

If I do this is what I will be on this :)

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[munster]

I'm out this week, we have dinner guests. Will see you all in the New Year.

[eldog]

I might be there if all goes to plan....if its dry :P

Red bike is all cleaned to sell..... I dont have time to clean it again :P

Valkyrie has older tires (but new) and not sure about a wet night ride ....want to see how they stick in the wet in daylight first, they may be a little hard, Must check the date stamp to see just how old they are

If I do this is what I will be on this :)



Santa, got the wrong address, again?:yes:

will have to make sure the couch is out of action for Caseye, can have him snoozing again, with this to drool over.

[caseye]

Work break up tomorrow arvo, somehting tells me I'll be home and snoozing on the couch by ride out time, Merry Chrsitmas Guys and Girls? Will be back in the New Year.

[leathel]

Still going to be working for a good while yet.... no ride for me tonight. still blue skies here though..... so might get out to muddy waters when I am done if I can find the energy, damn heat sucks it out of you (energy)

[eldog]

Twas a blast on Thurs. Making sure de bike started after it had a proper wash. Dammed hard to start if just left after washing. Well that's what the neighbour commented.... tough for them.

Just enough to dry the bike and rider out after xmas breakup party.:2thumbsup

[munster]

Who's in for tonight? Weather is mint.

[caseye]

I wasn't, was retruning to Taihape from Wellington that day. Then form Taihape bak to Dorkland the next day, been Cap-e Reinga and back this last 3 days as well, brilliaqnt blast up there with Wifey on her M50, the Bandy it going awesome.
Walked down to the Lighthouse in full gear, No Problem,bit of a breeze going, easy as. Walked? stumbled back up taking advantage of the well placed bench seats, had to dis robe out of gear and carry it. Got my daily walk in that afternoon.
Great ride up north, roads were awesome, not much traffic, worst at Wellsford and bloody warkworth. F...ing wankers letting arseholed form Highway 16 into the line in town was main one at Wellsford.
Just cruised up alongside all taffic and got thropuhg in 5 minutes, while cars were taking up to an hour and a half.
Should be there this week though.

[eldog]

Caseye not the only one who has been away on da bike.

should be there. Should but first week back is always unknown.:sweatdrop

[caseye]

Caseye not the only one who has been away on da bike.

should be there. Should but first week back is always unknown.:sweatdrop

Ha, have ewe dun 2380K's in the last 7 days?
Sorry, didn't mean it to sound so mean, but really have had a ball and all with wifey on her Bolly alongside my Bandit.

[eldog]

Ha, have ewe dun 2380K's in the last 7 days?
Sorry, didn't mean it to sound so mean, but really have had a ball and all with wifey on her Bolly alongside my Bandit.
Will be a close run thing.....
No offence taken. Enjoy a challenge.

No couch then this week?
Weather permitting.

[leathel]

Haven't ridden in nearly 3 weeks (well up to bigbay and back once in that time) as I was away with the boat & family and now back at work struggling to find motivation to do paperwork....... Sigh........ better get back to paperwork and try not to think about bike bits :P

[caseye]

Haven't ridden in nearly 3 weeks (well up to bigbay and back once in that time) as I was away with the boat & family and now back at work struggling to find motivation to do paperwork....... Sigh........ better get back to paperwork and try not to think about bike bits :P

Come on mate, think, "ride tomorrow". Ride tomorrow.

[Bass]

Ha, have ewe dun 2380K's in the last 7 days?
Sorry, didn't mean it to sound so mean, but really have had a ball and all with wifey on her Bolly alongside my Bandit.

3800km and it's time that we actually met.
Will see what I can do.

[caseye]

3800km and it's time that we actually met.
Will see what I can do.

Well be at the BP Southern Motorway Papakura at after 6 and we ride out at 7pm.
Thats a lot of K's. Well done.

[eldog]

3800km

Whew!

c u tomorrow

will get a bite to eat at the bragging stop.:whistle:

[nzspokes]

Depending on how the day works out, I may pop down.

[eldog]

Come on mate, think, "ride tomorrow". Ride tomorrow.

ride tonight, ride tonight - leathel :yes:

[leathel]

ride tonight, ride tonight - leathel :yes:

The wife has been notified to pick up the dog, just got some paint to mix, parts to paint, screen to fit and park cars away...... Might get there :)

[leathel]

Twas a good night out :D

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[eldog]

Twas a good night

It was a Excellent night and ride:2thumbsup

Only trouble was getting to sleep and going to work this morning. Wanted to do it again (last night) but weather was against it once more.

Great company too cheers


we need to stop in the sun - 4 pictures

[Saarg]

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[aws]

Here's my versionhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170115/cac71709be09f92e7e668e6b411d745a.jpg

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[aws]

Or further down the coast...
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[jafagsx250]

I have never seen this beach before and I usually ride around clevedon

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[aws]

I have never seen this beach before and I usually ride around clevedon

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Kaiaua

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[Moise]

I have never seen this beach before and I usually ride around clevedon

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Ride further! [emoji6]

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[jafagsx250]

Kaiaua

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Ah. Sometimes I usually ride to maraetai or Kawakawa. I need to explore more.


Ride further! [emoji6]

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That's the one! I ride to miranda hot pools. A fair bit but I never stop at the beaches.

[Madness]

I ride to miranda hot pools. A fair bit but I never stop at the beaches.

Findlay Road is a must whenever one is in Miranda. Take it easy the first couple of times you ride it, she's a doozey.

[Moise]

Findlay Road is a must whenever one is in Miranda. Take it easy the first couple of times you ride it, she's a doozey.
Shhh, don't tell everyone!

Take it VERY carefully at the moment as the section near the top has been resealed. The loose chips haven't been swept properly and there are no warning signs.

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[leathel]

Findlay Road is a must whenever one is in Miranda. Take it easy the first couple of times you ride it, she's a doozey.

Its great coming from the red fox to maranda, great view as you head over the top and get the views over the sea :)

[Madness]

Its great coming from the red fox to maranda, great view as you head over the top and get the views over the sea :)

Uh-huh.. .

[Moise]

Its great coming from the red fox to maranda, great view as you head over the top and get the views over the sea :)
I nearly crashed the first time I saw the view as you don't have time to look if you're going quickly.

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[leathel]

Uh-huh.. .


Yup

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[caseye]

'Bugga, won't be out tomorroa. Got a birthday bash at a Chinee all the cat you can eat place.

[leathel]

'Bugga, won't be out tomorroa. Got a birthday bash at a Chinee all the cat you can eat place.

Munster wont be and unless I get a lot done tonight on my bike I wont be either (Mods being done)

[Saarg]

Looks like I'm out this week


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[eldog]

Time to wash the gear tonight and maybe the bike this weekend.

At least tonight will be Mbike related.

[munster]

I could possibly be available for a ride this Thursday night

[leathel]

I am a definite maybe for this week :cool:

[caseye]

Enough of the maybes, come on old man, you can do it. I'm in for tomorra.

[Baldyman]

I would like to join you guys for a ride tomorrow night. If that's OK?

[eldog]

I would like to join you guys for a ride tomorrow night. If that's OK?

You will have to pass the compulsory 'couch test':shutup:

C u tomorra.

Usual weather restrictions.
If its pissing down. Stay at home on the COUCH.
Unless you really need to go for a ride.:Punk:

I will be a possible definite maybe for this week:innocent:

[Baldyman]

You will have to pass the compulsory 'couch test':shutup:

C u tomorra.

Usual weather restrictions.
If its pissing down. Stay at home on the couch.
Unless you really need to go for a ride.:Punk:

I will be a possible definite maybe for this week:innocent:

"Couch test???"

The weather looks good for tomorrow. See you then.

[caseye]

You will have to pass the compulsory 'couch test':shutup:

C u tomorra.

Usual weather restrictions.
If its pissing down. Stay at home on the couch.
Unless you really need to go for a ride.:Punk:

I will be a possible definite maybe for this week:innocent:

Cheeky young WHIPPA SNAPPA is just poking the BORAX at us older less inclined to ride in inclement weather types, me included and probably the main one.
Don't worry about ol Doggy, he rides most Thursday's and his ol Bolly can be heard from a wee way away.
You are of course welcome to come along, we ride a group system where we do have a ride leader and a TEC (Tail End Charlie, usually me).Ya don't pass Ride Leader without a very good reason An if you need to stop or go home you let TEC know.
Otherwise it's pretty standard stuff, you are expected to "ride your own ride" IE: Don't attempt to emulate anyone else, just remember, the objective is, to have a nice quiet ride in the countryside, enjoy the company of other riders at a destination that usually has cold and or hot refreshments and then getting home safely.
the SATNR has been going for quite some time now and is once again becoming well attended, so, as always the more the merrier.
See you tomorrow night at the BP on the Southern Motorway just after the Papakura off ramp heading south for a 7pm ride off, we usually start congregating anywhere from 6 pm onward's.
Puddy,JAFA,Del Boy,Din, Stu,Id e li, CS! where are you guys?
Come on out for a blast.

[eldog]

Borax, what's that?

obviously not old enough to know.

recomend you ride ahead of me before you get pissed off........

other than that

the rides are just like what Caseye says it is.

Cassina I hope you read the ride description posted above.

everyone rides there own ride, no pressure, everyone looks out for themselves and others on the ride.

sorry Caseye if the reference to big C offends.

see you tomoorra Baldyman

and Caseye if I make it off the COUCH myself

[leathel]

Enough of the maybes, come on old man, you can do it. I'm in for tomorra.


Fittings panels to the side of a truck .... will depend on what stage we get too, can't stop once the gluing has started, will use less glue this time........ Was a bastardof a job to get the last ones we fitted of....that glue holds toooooo well!

Bike is all go

[caseye]

Borax, what's that?

obviously not old enough to know.

recomend you ride ahead of me before you get pissed off........

other than that

the rides are just like what Caseye says it is.

Cassina I hope you read the ride description posted above.

everyone rides there own ride, no pressure, everyone looks out for themselves and others on the ride.

sorry Caseye if the reference to big C offends.

see you tomoorra Baldyman

and Caseye if I make it off the COUCH myself

No worries me ol mate, I'd love to have it/her, whatever come along for a ride with us,Despite itself, it'd learn something.
Otherwise glad to hear the bikes ready to go leathel, make sure you get done in time. Can nd WILL hold start time if required.

[Ozzie]

I'm aiming to attend. Down to how kind the Aucks traffic gods are.

If I can get Mt Roskill to Waiuku to Drury in time, sweet.

:clap:

[oldguy]

I'm out tonight, going out for dinner, free feed:woohoo: :lol: see you lot next week.

[caseye]

I'm out tonight, going out for dinner, free feed:woohoo: :lol: see you lot next week.

Typical aye, give him a sniff of a feed an he's Orf! Missed ya tonight mate. Had a nice group of seven very different bikes, did the old Glen Murray down to Rangiriri run, last tike I did those roads the Col Burner was the main wheels!
See you next week then aye???
Doggy, nice watching that ol bolly turning in and coming out strong, good work.
Don't you dare mention that, that, you know what, in ere again, k???

[Baldyman]

It was great to meet you all. Cool ride tonight.

Cheers.

[caseye]

It was great to meet you all. Cool ride tonight.

Cheers.

Good to have you along, get some more of those get out of Thursday night jail FREE cards and come again. Was a good night for it, thanks everyone for keeping it sane and having an enjoyable nights ride. That ol Rocket is something else Munster.
Pity about the 109, lifes a beach,though, watch that shoulder for a bit aye, no more bouncing please.

[munster]

That ol Rocket is something else Munster

Yes, yes it is :-)

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[eldog]

Don't you dare mention that, that, you know what, in ere again, k???

Okey Dokey Boss



Doggy, nice watching that ol bolly turning in and coming out strong, good work.

I had an inspirational teacher.

[Baldyman]

Outside the pub.

[Bass]

Any starters tonight?

[leathel]

If my meeting with the AO is on time I will be there tonight :)

[caseye]

Any starters tonight?

Hell yes, c u guys there.

[caseye]

Awesome night riding guys, the Port was especially good with no sun in the eyes.Great roads ride leader, and destination was a favourite. More and more bikes are coming out, come on you old SATNR'S come get some!

[eldog]

Twas a good ride. Once again on some roads unfamiliar.
Dodged the rain and had a great time.

Nice break at the port,(way better than Makara beach) could watch the waves crashing for hours.
And food welcome at the stop.:Punk:

The usual drag race at the papakura offramp due to road works, amazed me how desparate several cars were in overtaking me (it was a close thing). Had a big small though when I easily passed them and managed to slow them up all the way down the road. All good.

[leathel]

I am a no go for this week, things to sort before the weekend, busy tomorrow night so tonight's the night to sort.

[caseye]

Sadly, same fo9r me, Cape Reianga tomorrow, with some likely lads.

[eldog]

I will pop along for a cruise.

Been driving all day. Need a change of vehicle:rolleyes:

[Saarg]

I'm in for a run


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[eldog]

Nice wee coastal cruise and ride home.
missed the bumblebees and roadworks

a few ideas about future rides and roundtoit bandied about.

interesting to hear what others plan to do.
So many things out there for people to do.

just need to plan, money and time.

go for it guys.

[eldog]

The bike doesn't want to get wet:facepalm:
It's hiding behind the couch
C u next week

[caseye]

The bike doesn't want to get wet:facepalm:

C u next week

I got wet on my way up to the Cape Reianga last weekend with a good bunch of old boys on big bikes, lota fun, no troubles had the upper roads pretty much to ourselves, great country up there.
So0, I'm staying home tonight too.

[munster]

I'm on tonight. Who else?

[eldog]

I should be.

But things are very mixed up at the moment.

So will have to wait and see.:pinch:

[oldguy]

not sure at the mo, weather is shit out clevedon way, so I herd. to comfy at home so may or may not turn up.

[eldog]

Missed the ride due to work and a small technical hitch. So I arrived late, never mind, went for a wee pootle weather was much better than the rain I had on the way home from work.

still a good ride.

[Ozzie]

Have new bike will ride!

Chaps, I'm working from home tomorrow so keen to hook up for a blat with you, same bat time, same bat place.

Any starters?

PS. Sorted my old handle out now, so G.R.I.Z. is no more.....Ozzie by birth, Ozzie by nature :woohoo:

[leathel]

Busy week but I think I should be able to fit in a ride :)

[caseye]

Have new bike will ride!

Chaps, I'm working from home tomorrow so keen to hook up for a blat with you, same bat time, same bat place.

Any starters?

PS. Sorted my old handle out now, so G.R.I.Z. is no more.....Ozzie by birth, Ozzie by nature :woohoo:

Hey Oz, I'm in, just got back form the Coro Loop today, had some doors to measure up in Whitianga, so told boss I was taking da Moped. He was happy an so was Me.
Still the worst thing out there is a bloody Hardly on my side again#$%@!, missed him by days.
See you ugly buggers tomorrow.

[oldguy]

If I can get my ass off the couch I'm coming. No motivation.

[caseye]

That bigger tank will get you going next week Old fella. Great roads ride leader, another fine night of pleasant poolteling about the countryside. Mixed bag of motorcycles including a brand new Harely Low Rider S, noice bike.

[eldog]

I too was thankful I managed to get home and off the couch

I enjoyed the ride everyone.

Handy to know about fuel stops with card access, for those late night/early morning pootles

[leathel]

Twas a good trundle, Shame we didn't stop for those great scenic photo ops, but time was ticking on and getting to Muddy before the kitchen closed was the aim....and we managed to get our food orders in before it closed....just :D

I look forward to the day those back country servo's get 24 hour card access as that will open up new territory for out of hours rides.....

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[eldog]

09/03/2017 Ride report

I have summarised the ride report to the following.

Apologies:

The Couch Potato Gang was unable to attend - no reason given - will need to explain

Leathel et al - unable to attend due to work and/or other commitments - accepted

Minutes: There were a few minutes wasted waiting for the rest of you


Preride talk: Was quite interesting - all about bikes and how different people upgrade their rides.


Ride: Introductory ride for the new member - so not as long as std

RIC - had no idea where the ride was going (I have the same problem following the normal ride)
We dodged the rain and took in some quite nice scenery (not literally) and cloud formations
Plenty of curves and some slippery parts of the road from washouts and pine needles

Note for Munster: Your favourite bit of road has some small amounts of road metal washed across it.
There are long rows of pine needles in the middle of the lanes on a couple of bends (pine trees each side of the road)
There is a hidden washout on the end downhill run (approx. 1m in on the left hand side x 20m long - could be difficult to see in the dark
- but some clever spark has put out a shit load of road cones and made a nice job of it too.

Ride was enjoyed - I actually got to read some of the road signs - normally just a blur

Stopped at the usual for more chin wagging - all bike stuff - I learnt something which was cool
Meeting closed

We agreed to meet again next week

Then as the clouds closed in, we rode back along the return route, covering both lanes it was cool.

Got home and reminded myself, must clean bike, helmet - nah there's always next week - it might rain.


So once again - those who listen to the weather forecast and don't look out the window, you missed an opportunity to ride again. :bleh:

[leathel]

good on you for getting out, If you went passed work at the end of the ride I was likely still there.....shortest day this week was 12 hrs so far with some closer to 15, might get out slightly shorter today.


I figured the roads would be a little littered with shit... but even on a fine day I was busy...getting a job ready for its cert, the certifier arrived today and didn't even look at the car, was happy with what he saw last week, so why not give me the paperwork then and I finish the "make it look pretty" work when I had more time?????

[eldog]

good on you for getting out, If you went passed work at the end of the ride I was likely still there.....shortest day this week was 12 hrs so far with some closer to 15, might get out slightly shorter today.


I figured the roads would be a little littered with shit... but even on a fine day I was busy...getting a job ready for its cert, the certifier arrived today and didn't even look at the car, was happy with what he saw last week, so why not give me the paperwork then and I finish the "make it look pretty" work when I had more time?????

Cool, I expected that you might be busy :Punk:

Work must take priority - it pays the bills - how else can we afford a motorbike?
Been doing a few all weekend jobs for the past month or two. Got some more to do as well.
Now it is starting to pay off.

It just means he has more excuse to come and see you (travel out of office)

We didn't go past you as the RIC - thought maybe next week we would go that way - maybe, if he doesn't get lost first.

Other rider was getting his mbike legs back after quite a few years and its a much bigger bike than he's used to.

We took it easy.

[caseye]

No excuses me Lard! Vhickened out is all I can say. Looking forward to attending next week.
Thanks for taking on the RL's and TEC's responsibilities all in one go and good on you for entertaing and shepherding the newbie all the way around a pretty hairy sounding course.

[eldog]

It was easy being only a couple of us.

I have had the best of teachers past and present.

Got to be able to stand on my own sooner or later, so when I start doing the longer rides again. It's sweet.

[oldguy]

09/03/2017 Ride report

I have summarised the ride report to the following.

Apologies:

The Couch Potato Gang was unable to attend - no reason given - will need to explain

Leathel et al - unable to attend due to work and/or other commitments - accepted

Minutes: There were a few minutes wasted waiting for the rest of you


Preride talk: Was quite interesting - all about bikes and how different people upgrade their rides.


Ride: Introductory ride for the new member - so not as long as std

RIC - had no idea where the ride was going (I have the same problem following the normal ride)
We dodged the rain and took in some quite nice scenery (not literally) and cloud formations
Plenty of curves and some slippery parts of the road from washouts and pine needles

Note for Munster: Your favourite bit of road has some small amounts of road metal washed across it.
There are long rows of pine needles in the middle of the lanes on a couple of bends (pine trees each side of the road)
There is a hidden washout on the end downhill run (approx. 1m in on the left hand side x 20m long - could be difficult to see in the dark
- but some clever spark has put out a shit load of road cones and made a nice job of it too.

Ride was enjoyed - I actually got to read some of the road signs - normally just a blur

Stopped at the usual for more chin wagging - all bike stuff - I learnt something which was cool
Meeting closed

We agreed to meet again next week

Then as the clouds closed in, we rode back along the return route, covering both lanes it was cool.

Got home and reminded myself, must clean bike, helmet - nah there's always next week - it might rain.


So once again - those who listen to the weather forecast and don't look out the window, you missed an opportunity to ride again. :bleh:

Photos or it never happened................Lol:wait::wait: my couch has got a strong pull. once it gets hold of you it never lets go.:yawn::yawn:

[eldog]

Photos or it never happened................Lol:wait::wait: my couch has got a strong pull. once it gets hold of you it never lets go.:yawn::yawn:

Got repremarded by Gremlin for failing to follow nequettice on some photo stuff before, so I don't bother with that.

but if it's written on KB then it must have happened right!!

those couches - real strong.

soon I won't be able to ride so often, so making use of as many opportunities as I can.

c u next week.:scooter:

[kazadi]

Hi guys wheres meet up?? I'll be keen to come for a ride somewhere on thursdays. Ive got a bike to ride too.....

[munster]

Hi guys wheres meet up?? I'll be keen to come for a ride somewhere on thursdays. Ive got a bike to ride too.....

Papakura Autobahn, meet anytime after 1800, depart 1900. All welcome.

[caseye]

Hi guys wheres meet up?? I'll be keen to come for a ride somewhere on thursdays. Ive got a bike to ride too.....

Thats alongside the BP on the Southern Motorway just past the Papakura off ramp heading south. Who alls coming for a blat?

[eldog]

Thats alongside the BP on the Southern Motorway just past the Papakura off ramp heading south. Who alls coming for a blat?
Always thinking of food eh?

Te dog should be there. If not then the wheels have fallen off again.

[cods4]

Do you ever get 250s on these rides? Just wondering if I could keep up. Bike is an old ZXR250, looks like it should be at the wreckers but the engine is good and it's all legal.

[leathel]

The fuel parts are here for my bike but I think I will wait until after Thursday to fit them.... Its still running and it looks like the weather will play ball :D

Could do with a ride :)

[leathel]

Do you ever get 250s on these rides? Just wondering if I could keep up. Bike is an old ZXR250, looks like it should be at the wreckers but the engine is good and it's all legal.

We do indeed get the odd 250 on the ride, We don't ride to break speed records and regroup before intersections if the group gets spread out... Normally take windy back roads often and a 250 should keep up OK (we normally have a TEC if enough people turn up)

[eldog]

The fuel parts are here for my bike but I think I will wait until after Thursday to fit them.... Its still running and it looks like the weather will play ball :D

Could do with a ride :)

Tempting fate - trying to make adjustments prior to a ride :brick:

it sort of why the bike is in pieces ATM, ride able but its not the same.

[munster]

Gonna have to miss tonight. Got too much else to do. Next time.

[caseye]

Gonna have to miss tonight. Got too much else to do. Next time.

OK, so I'm going, Old Guy??
Puddy Te he he, Jafar? Stu, CS! IdlieI, come in spinners Didji.

[eldog]

Gunna make it.:headbang:

[sharper_XB]

OK, so I'm going, Old Guy??
Puddy Te he he, Jafar? Stu, CS! IdlieI, come in spinners Didji.

May slip in like a Ninja and surprise ya one day soon.

[oldguy]

I'm out tonight got work , catch you lot next week.329320

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[caseye]

I'm out tonight got work , catch you lot next week.329320

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Well tonight history was made.
Ol sharper_XB Surprised us fer sure. Not telling you what he was riding Old Guy, but you'd never pick it in a zillion years.
Awesome to ride with you again Stu, don't be a stranger mate.
Didji, I know yer out there boyo, time you came in spinner an all.
Brilliant roads tonight, great company and a rare visit out west to the Paddie.

[eldog]

Old guy, hope that car doesnt back out:sweatdrop

you missed another good ride out.

more interesting roads, and some great views about the place.

but it's getting darker earlier, waiting for daylight saving to change it.:weird:

The food looked good too...

[oldguy]

Well tonight history was made.
Ol sharper_XB Surprised us fer sure. Not telling you what he was riding Old Guy, but you'd never pick it in a zillion years.
Awesome to ride with you again Stu, don't be a stranger mate.
Didji, I know yer out there boyo, time you came in spinner an all.
Brilliant roads tonight, great company and a rare visit out west to the Paddie.

bugga....:facepalm: I saw he had posted up saying he was going to turn up, didn't think the same night. hopefully catch up at some stage.


Old guy, hope that car doesnt back out:sweatdrop

you missed another good ride out.

more interesting roads, and some great views about the place.

but it's getting darker earlier, waiting for daylight saving to change it.:weird:

The food looked good too...

Just my luck,:argh: or is it you do this when I'm not there Lol.

So who's out tonight? I'm working on an excuse.....weather
...bike...couch...whanau visiting...or just plain lazy.

[Ozzie]

I could be convinced.

[leathel]

Weather looks like it might be iffy for the weekend so I think I will get a ride in tonight just in case :D

[oldguy]

Rangariri Pub329490

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[eldog]

Is that the pub you can get free bottles in the car park?

and who wears a dark visor at night :cool:


And yet again the couch potato phenomenon strikes, who will be next?:whistle::oi-grr:

Dodged the visitors tonight, off down the line tomorrow early more fun on the roads:2thumbsup

[caseye]

Is that the pub you can get free bottles in the car park?

and who wears a dark visor at night :cool:


And yet again the couch potato phenomenon strikes, who will be next?:whistle::oi-grr:

Dodged the visitors tonight, off down the line tomorrow early more fun on the roads:2thumbsup

You'll keep. Have visitors up from Welly, had to chauffer them to Adele and then pick em up. That took 2 hours. Missed a good night it seems.

[oldguy]

Is that the pub you can get free bottles in the car park?

and who wears a dark visor at night :cool:


And yet again the couch potato phenomenon strikes, who will be next?:whistle::oi-grr:

Dodged the visitors tonight, off down the line tomorrow early more fun on the roads:2thumbsup

Its the night rider,:cool:dark visor only an issue on the back roads main highway fine, don't tell anyone but I can't see very well at night anyway dark visor or not, add to that the head light on the bike well what can I say:weep:

Home and back, 166K's and still no orange fuel light on:woohoo:

[caseye]

Its the night rider,:cool:dark visor only an issue on the back roads main highway fine, don't tell anyone but I can't see very well at night anyway dark visor or not, add to that the head light on the bike well what can I say:weep:

Home and back, 166K's and still no orange fuel light on:woohoo:

At Last, got that new TANK John boy!

[leathel]

Looking at the weather for Thursday, and it may be OK..... last ride leaving in daylight, Clocks go back this weekend

Time to mount those spot lights I have here :)

[munster]

Looking at the weather for Thursday, and it may be OK..... last ride leaving in daylight, Clocks go back this weekend

Time to mount those spot lights I have here :)

I am definitely there this week. Spotlights fitted, Ramair intake system fitted, ready to ride.