Tributes to LooseBruce and DSS3

[SpankMe]

After a head on collision with each other on SH25 near Whangamata on Saturday, loosebruce (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php?u=1138) and dss3 (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php?u=574) have lost their lives.


Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of these two well known Kiwi Biker riders.

New Zealand Herald article. (http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10413562)

<div align="center"><table border="0" cellpadding="0" style="border-collapse: collapse" width="80%" id="table1"><tr><td align="center">47392<br />loosebruce<br />(Bruce Mathie)</td><td align="center">47399<br />dss3<br />(Darryl Smith)</td></tr></table></div><br /><br />

[skidMark]

both top guys we will miss you always

may heaven be an endless windy road

this has upset me greatly after hearing this last night

i will miss ya guys i really will


RIP Bruce and Darryl

["D" FZ1]

That Fucken Sucks. My thoughts go out to the families and friends of these guys. I heard the news while at a funeral for a friends 10 yr old son who died as a result of a motocross accident. A sad weekend all round.
RIP Dudes.

[RT527]

OMG that is Terrible.
My condolances to family and friends of Both of these young men.
If anyone needs to talk or needs help , Please Feel Free to PM me and I`ll see what I can do.

Come on Guys and Girls we need to stay safe and ride like your Life depends on it, Please lets not have any more bad News This Xmas.

[Disco Dan]

Thats terrible, my thoughts go out to their friends and family....

[Mrs Busa Pete]

Tragic end to 2 of our top blokes condolences to family freinds rest in peace guys.

[SuperDave]

This is a complete shock, I find it hard to believe.

Rest in peace Bruce and Daryl.
My sincerest condolences to their loved ones and friends. They were genuinely top blokes.

[TerminalAddict]

there's nothing to say ...

I'm really sorry for the families.
I'm really sorry for the riders with them yesterday.

I am deeply saddened by this news

[crashe]

Rest In Peace boys........

I was truely gutted when I heard the news last night.
Two great guys gone but never ever forgotten.

Condolances to Bruce and Darryl's families and their mates.



Please everyone ride safe and take care out there on the roads.

[Scorpygirl]

Rest in Peace Bruce and Daryl. May you both ride with Bruce Bennett in that great endless Coro Loop in the sky. This is just tragic news to hear this morning after arriving home from a great weekend at the Auckland Ulysses Rally. My sincerest condolences to their family and friends. :weep:

Kia kaha, kia toha, kia manawanui.

[MSTRS]

Ah, this is terrible news. Our thoughts are with their families and friends. And our prayers are that no-one else 'goes' too soon.
Please ride safe over the coming season.

[DingDong]

RIP guys, my thoughts are with you

Wayne

[Terminated]

Rest in Peace. Condolences to families.

[onearmedbandit]

Heard this yesterday, didn't want to believe it. RIP Bruce and Darryl. My thoughts are with their friends and family and the riders with them yesterday. Stay strong people.

Got a rear disc for my bike off Bruce last week, and while I don't think I had the good luck to meet him, we exchanged PM's on many occassions sharing a joke etc. Thanks mate, you'll always be in my thoughts.

Fraser.

[SwanTiger]

Rest in Peace.

[froggyfrenchman]

truely sad news. my thoughts to your families

[jtzzr]

RIP Guys ,condolences to their families and friends.

[Magua]

My condolences to the family. :(

[R6_kid]

really devastating. My condolences to all those who knew these two well, i can remember the first time i saw them riding and i've never lost my admiration for them. RIP guys, Show the boys up there what a minger really is!

[k14]

Dont know what to say. Still absoultely shocked.

RIP guys. Thinking of you and your families.

[Blondini]

My thoughts and condolences to the family and friends.Really sad news.:grouphug:

[Eyetie]

I have just returned from picking up my bike from Whangamata, I stopped on the way back and had a moment of reflection of yesterdays events, even now it is hard to stomach, being with Jimmy,Nikki,Andy,Jen and others last night somehow made a little easier, to be at home now and see Bruce's car here after yesterday morning pulling both our bikes out of the garage and seeing only one back is gut wrenching. To all that were there yesterday I thank you for the support, to Nikki and the families & friends I am so very sorry, I have tears in my eyes as I write this, Bruce to me was an employee someone who shared our house with and first and foremost a friend.

[Gwinch]

This really isn't a good time of year to be a KBer, is it. Gosh darnit everyone, just stay safe!

This is just something you really don't want to believe. R.I.P Bruce and Darryl. :(

[WickedOne]

May you two rest in peace and the most sincere condolences to the families and friends. You'll be sorely missed but fondly remembered.

[Phenoix]

May you guys rest in peace
You will be sorly missed

[Sketchy_Racer]

I can't believe this.

I can't believe this!

Damn. Damn oh damn.

Two awesome guys.

RIP dudes.

[SDU]

Our condolences to their families and friends.
May they both R.I.P

[Matt Bleck]

This is gut wrenching news, RIP Bruce & Darryl. My thoughts go out to Family, Friends & the people who where on the ride.

[LilSel]

Saddening news.
RIP guys, my thoughts are with their family and friends

[Gazzar]

REST IN PEACE Bruce and Darryl
Condolences to their families and friends.

[0arbreaka]

I worked for bruce, and he is probably the reason why Ive taken up riding. The first I heard of this was when I got to work yesterday and I wouldnt believe it, Bruce was to good a rider for this to happen to.
Bruce was a bloody good man and it wont be the same working at Hell without him.

[Devil]

RIP guys. I was shocked to get the call yesterday, you will be sorely missed.

[Pumba]

Heard about the accident yesterday from some mates that were in Wanga not associated with KB and really hoped it was noboddy from here.

R.I.P guys you will be missed.

[dangerous]

The news came in as we held the Chch KB BBQ... I think I can say for those that were there, we all had a quite drink for those involved like SM, Quas etc family and friends, the list is endless...
Im now off for a solo ride were I might just pull a wee whellie just for LB and DSS, just my silly sign of respect for the lads. :scooter:

[_Gina_]

We can hardly believe this truely tragic news.

RIP Daryl and Bruce.

Our heartfelt thoughts and condolences go out to all the family and friends; and riders who were present.

Mark and Gina.

[Madbusa]

I live in Whangamata and have ridden the coast with many out of towners...so so so very gutted by this tragic tragic accident. RIP guys and my heart goes out to your families

[jazbug5]

...nothing to add. This is unbelievable- surreal, even.
My heart goes out to family, friends, and the people who were there.
Sorry.

[sugilite]

It's hard to believe that my 2 fave muppets to go and talk to after each race day have gone. A true tragedy. Both guys were as good as people can get. RIP Bruce and Darryl. Condolences and sympathies to the family.

[chanceyy]

Words can not express how we are feeling..

RIP guys


My heartfelt sympathies to their families, & to the guys & gals who were on the ride yesterday..




Ride safe everyone

Sandra

[SpankMe]

Can someone point out a picture of each of these guys on the site or email me (spankme@kiwibiker.co.nz) some and I will attach them to the first post. Thats a picture showing their faces.

Preferably one they actually liked, not one they regretted haven taken.

[Goblin]

Heartfelt sympathies to families and friends of Bruce and Daryl. Two top blokes taken way too early doing what they loved. I know Bruce will be watching over our riders at IOM.

Rest in peace Bruce and Daryl.

[RC1]

rest in peace guys i was hoping it was not any kb riders when i read the news this morning, i never met you but we are all family here my condolence go out to your families LOL

[andrea]

RIP boys

Spirit Free
.......
The walls and bars dont hold me
For my mind and heart are free
This body only serves to dwell
Ones time on earth for thee
Moonlit shadows dance the walls
A distant rumbling roar
Once more my mind goes travelling
Beyond the steel locked door
My memories serve to set me free
Please shed no tears for me
My horse of steel she sits and waits
Counts not the years gone by
Together we will ride again
Come freedoms battle cry
For in this Prison made of man
Where a bikers body dwells
Each night his mind and heart is free
From the sound of screams and bells
The torment that each daybreak brings
Now forgotten in My dreams
My heart and mind now riding
Through forests by blue streams
Through desert storms and mountain peaks
Highways to the sea
For although my body is locked up
My heart and mind roam free


DavidJonWalton@aol.com

[GR81]

R.I.P. you will be missed.

[Smokin]

Rest in peace guys. My deepest sympathy to family and friends.

Gordy

[StoneChucker]

Rest in peace guys, another tragic loss from a terrible event. Life won't let us forget for even a second how fragile it is, and how quickly things change. As some have said, be careful out there, because time marches on with no mercy or conscience.

My condolences to all family and friends concerned.

[quallman1234]

Rest in peace guys :(.

[cowpoos]

myself and rossi gal are so deeply upset about this....the loss of two good guys....good friends....these two clowns....they made life looks so much fun....and so easy....and inspired both of us to start racing....because they made it look easy and for the record it ain't.....they just made it look easy because of their talent....and passion for what they were doing....they lived life....made the most of what they enjoyed doing the most....

this is a time where moruning is appropriate....but also enjoying and celerbrating two lives lived with passion and to the fullest....we should be laughing at their antics...tom foolery [pack of bloody muppets really] ...and remebering them for who they were...two really great guys!!!

so share a funni story if you know one about either....it will help alot of us...

condolences to the familys and nik xxx

R.I.P bruce and daryl.....

[riffer]

Didn't know these guys too well, but I've spoken to each of them on occasion via pm, and in the forum.

A nasty thing to happen. My heart goes out to the families, loved ones, and those who who there when it happened.

It's a small consolation but I'm hopeful that it all happened very fast, and glad there were no other parties involved.

RIP guys.

[Fishy]

I want to say so much but I am lost for words.

Memories with be with us forever.

Rest in piece my friends.

[soundbeltfarm]

RIP ,

They both helped me heaps with advice on the TL.
Wont be forgotten

SBF

[beyond]

It blows me away and many that were on the ride. Large as life one minute and then no more. :(

I was talking with Bruce in the morning at the Autobahn and checked out his gloves. He always had so much time for everyone. Darryl, I never did speak to but both will be sorely missed. It was a tragic day all around.

RIP both of you. :(

[Coyote]

At least they died doing what they loved

RIP Dudes

[erik]

Sincerest condolences to the family and close friends of Bruce and Daryl.

I was on the ride yesterday but was tail end charlie and had stopped closer to the start of the whangamata turn off so did not see the crash site.

I didn't know Daryl well, first met him on the second Waikato Rally a couple of years back, but he was always friendly when I saw him on rides and trackdays etc.

I knew Bruce a bit better, I was bloody impressed with what he'd achieved with his business at the same age as me and how much energy he had for work and riding. Not to mention his skill on the bike.
He picked my bike up for me a couple of months ago when I had a minor bin on the same road to Whangamata.
He was a top bloke.
He will be sorely missed.

[Bangbug]

Tragic, RIP legends

[6Chris6]

I've just heard about this and I'm blown away.
Loved riding with both of these guys, they were real personalaties.
Condolences to the family and everyone on the ride.

Chris

[MVnut]

Sad news. RIP guys. Sincere condolences to family, friends & those on the ride.

[pixc]

Tragic, RIP legends

Very tragic
R.I.P.

[BigB]

R.I.P

Thoughts are with family & friends

B

[Kwaka-Kid]

RIP dudes.... :(

[Kinje]

Tragic news

Sympathy to family, friends and those on the ride

RIP

[bell]

Rest easy fellas. May the families and all around these guys get the support they need at this time. Ride safe folks.

[KATWYN]

I am reading this thread in utter shock. I have never met or spoken
too these two KB's, but have had the privillage of getting to know them through this online community.

Their funny muppet avatars say it all.

My thoughts are with both your families & loved ones at the moment.

Also to the ones that where on this ride, my thoughts are with you.

Rest in peace Bruce and Darryl

[Lord Derosso]

I am in tears because I have just found out about this accident and theres obviously so many of the local members especially whom knew these guys. Most of the Wellington members would never have crossed their paths but thats irrelevant and it is a truely terrible waste. I would hope that their friends and fellow members from up that way could perhaps share some of the stories with us so that we can be part of your grief please. In time and in a special thread perhaps.

Well done to SpankMe (hope I got this right) for keeping this within bounds to allow members to get in touch before any facts come out. Well Done. Well Done. I have family up there whom also ride so your action is excellent. RIP to the riders.

[Titanium]

To the Whangamata fire brigade, ambulance and police who all worked so hard to try and save these 2 fantastic blokes and the support given to the riders initially on the scene and those that arrived soon after.

Riding home without one of our usual crew was a very sobering and solemn experiencce. Also a very hard thing to do.

To Quasi, stay strong. Daryl and Bruce rest in peace. To all you other riders out there keep the rubber side down and your sensible head on your shoulders.

[dawnrazor]

read about it in the paper....no names mentioned....knew it was folks from here somehow....tragic....what a waste....thoughts go out to those they left behind....

[Daffyd]

Such a tragedy. RIP Bruce and Darryl.

[McJim]

Rest in Peace.

My thoughts are with their families.

[slowpoke]

myself and rossi gal are so deeply upset about this....the loss of two good guys....good friends....these two clowns....they made life looks so much fun....and so easy....and inspired both of us to start racing....because they made it look easy and for the record it ain't.....they just made it look easy because of their talent....and passion for what they were doing....they lived life....made the most of what they enjoyed doing the most....

this is a time where moruning is appropriate....but also enjoying and celerbrating two lives lived with passion and to the fullest....we should be laughing at their antics...tom foolery [pack of bloody muppets really] ...and remebering them for who they were...two really great guys!!!

so share a funni story if you know one about either....it will help alot of us...

condolences to the familys and nik xxx

R.I.P bruce and daryl.....

Well said Poos.

I hardly knew either of them really...just enough to know that I'm sorry I didn't get to know them better. I can honestly say I've never seen a couple of blokes look so laid back they were nearly falling over, as they go about doing something to such a high level.....and on a shoestring budget.

Ride on fella's, you will be sorely missed.

[Karma]

Didn't really know either Darryl or Bruce all that well, other than to say hi to on a ride. From what I know of them they were a couple of real great guys and their loss is felt by all on KB.

I wish I had the drive and skill these two guys had, they were truely something special for a noob like me to watch, even if it was only for a second or two as one of them passed me on the track.

Rest In Peace guys.

[98tls]

RIP guys...........thoughts go out to there loved ones........

[Zapf]

RIP DSS and LB you'll be muchly missed

[Blakamin]

so sad...

RIP guys

[Gixxer 4 ever]

A heart felt sadness from Speights-Bud and Gixxer 4 ever

Rest In Peace guys.

So Sad.

In God we trust

[oldrider]

Kiwi Biker reaches far, I only knew of them as contributors to this forum but despite that I feel their loss.
RIP Bruce and Darryl, condolences to family and friends. :bye: John.

[kiwifruit]

What a terrible tragedy.
My thoughts go to the familys and friends of these two top blokes.

["D" FZ1]

FUCK. Just seen the photos and realised who dss3 is. Darryl is one of our customers. I have been bummed all day about the accident but didn't know that I knew one of the boys. FUCK. RIP dude.

[Sniper]

I cant believe it. Shit, Im so sorry to hear this.

All my best to Family and friends.

[Hitcher]

I am gutted. My thoughts are with friends and families.

Brett

[R6_kid]

Cheers for the pics Erik, thats how i'll always remember theses two. Two very very cool, smooth operators.

"Remember when you were young, you shone like the sun, shine on you crazy diamond"

These two guys will be sorely missed by all those that knew them, i'm sure we can all say though that they both lived their lives to the max, something we saw in their passion for riding and their willingness to help others.

I've attached a pic of Darryl doing a mint stoppie, aswell as a video of each making wheelies look like a piece of piss. I had video of both these two at Pukekohe being clowns on Bruce's old TL1000s but cant seem to find the footage.

[svs]

Condolances to family and friends. Bruce and Darryl both first class muppets. We'll keep riding for you guys. RIP Mate.

[The_Dover]

Bruce was the first KiwiBiker I ever rode with. A top guy, respected as much for being a friendly, helpful bloke as he was for his skill on two wheels.

I never really spoke to Darryl but he was highly regarded by a lot of people who I respect.

It seems such a waste and they are a tragic loss to us as a community.

[KLOWN]

I never met either of these guys in person but have recieved many helpful advice from them while on this forum. It is an awful thing that has happened. RIP.

[sels1]

Like many, I only knew these two from their contribributions to KB online, but feel the shock of the loss of these great members of our community. My condolences to their families and close friends.

[qldzxr250a]

Deepest sorrow over here, ever since i bought my first bike lb was always keen to provide some info. RIP and if the familes read this my thoughts are with you all.

[Mr. Peanut]

Lost for words.

[GSVR]

Knew both Bruce and Daryl though Vic Club Meetings and Trackdays. RIP guys. Its hard to imagine one without the other as they were a team.

[Rossi Gal]

I cant stop the tears streming down my face as i write this. we have lost two of the most amazing blokes, human beings, and lovelest friends one could every ask for.
i love you both dearly, and hope with everything i am that you are somewhere having as much fun as you were having here with us.
you will be forever in my heart, and thoughts. thinking of you always.
please R.I.P untill we meet again.
in loving memory of Daryl and Bruce brought together by a shared love and passion for life and riding, which they shared with many.
xxxxxxx

[Colapop]

Words cannot describe this loss. RIP.

[boomer]

Oh dear god, how sad.

My condolences to all concerned.

RIP Bruce
RIP Daryl

[Biohazard]

Like everyone else I am speechless and shocked at the news that these 2 guys have fallen. I only knew them briefly, but as everyone who knew them better, they were a great couple of guys and exceedingly talented on there bikes.

Condolences to their families and friends

RIP Guys.....

[Blackbird]

Got back from Coromandel 10 minutes ago to read this terrible, terrible news. Completely choked at the loss, even though I hadn't met either of them.

Sincerest condolences to both families.

R.I.P

Vale

[EvLAzn]

RIP Bruce and Darryl!!
I still cant believe it.... jst shocked
Gunna miss you heaps, thanks bruce for getting me started in riding and putting my Fzr on the road dont know how much we all at Hell Kohi are goin to miss u bro.

[gijoe1313]

Cripes - I just got back from a nice day out from the 250 ride, I was thinking "no-one binned, everyone had a great time - what a great day it's been". And now this... I can actually put a face to the name since I had met loosebruce in person...again, we are reminded of the fragile thread that connects us to the physical world. Ride safely everyone and condolences to family, friends and all those who had contact with them.

[Gremlin]

so very sad... they were such awesome guys

[Joni]

I considered Bruce a friend, which means I cared (a lot) and more than that I respected him more than a lot of other people. I was shattered when I got the news, and still am, so I can only imagine how his close friends and family must feel. My deepest and sincerest sympathies for your loss.

For those who did not know him Bruce was only one thing, and thats a great man... in every way.

I will miss you my friend, see you one day in the restaurant in the sky with a big plate of seafood like the day we met :love:

I did not know Darryl very well, but my deepest condolences to his family.

Its a very sad time for all.

[sunhuntin]

i never knew these two, but from here.

nothing really to add, other than rest in peace, and ride free on the endless highway.

[Vagabond]

R.I.P. dudes, very sad indeed!

[Maha]

Did not know either Bruce or Darryl, but from what i heard yesterday and have read on here today, i do know that both these guy's will be Huge loss to KB and motorcycling. Their lives were cut short by a freak accident while they were doing what they/we love doing....riding bikes!
We charged our drinks to Bruce and Darrly last night at a KB party and i hope that everyone will never forget that these guys played a massive part in alot of peoples lives, go hard guys...wherever you may be....

[Nutter34]

Shocking news.

RIP lads and condolences to the families and friends.

[Qkkid]

:weep: Tragic loss for all, Its amazing under such sad circumstances it can bring together a country wide biking community. Thanks for your open warm Welcoming/friendship Bruce The qkkies will miss you and your antics
Farewell my friend :bye:
Steve and Dawn

[Paul in NZ]

So sad.... I had not had the chance to know either of you but based on the respect folks here have for you both - I think I was the poorer for that. RIP guys - Go in peace.

Paul n Vicki

[Grumpy Gnomb]

Rest in piece and hope those who helped in the accident are coping as well

[jafar]

A tragic loss in a freak accident , hard to believe this has happened.

[Draco]

Just last week I was reving Bruce up for teaching my puppy bad habits and teasing him about his gay leathers. Then yesterday Bruce died in my arms. With a great team of people we pulled out all the stops to try and save Darryl. With the passion he showed for life, he fought like a trouper, but alas it was not to be.

My daughter is gunna miss your "noogie fights" Bruce, and my puppy is gunna miss playing tug of war. Our flatmate is gunna miss painting the endless bike parts you supplied. I guess now we won't need to build that revolving door on the garage for your bike mate. Andy is gunna miss his little prodigee in the shed.

There was not a dry eye on the side of that road yesterday. It takes two pretty special guys to touch so many hearts so deeply. My heart is breaking for Andy, Nikki, Brett, the kb family, the riders present, the millions of colleagues and friends, and the families of Bruce & Darryl.

RIP TEAM MUPPET!

[terbang]

Its just horrendous to hear of such a thing. A terrible loss to Motorcycle world and KB and way too close for all of us.
RIP both of you...

[Firefight]

two fantastic vibrant young men gone..

Bruce a very good mate, some great times sitting in my garage talking while I fixed the mufflers on your TL, (something to do with getting scrapped on the ground while on one wheel !!) always welcome in our home, always the jokes about our age differnce, but bonded by our love of bikes, some great rides on 22, heaps of great memories.

Darryl I remember the first time you dropped your knee on Rotowaro rd, the look on your face when you told me said it all,and watching you in the pits at Puke , helping others and neraly missing your slot to race !

A sad sad day


Our thoughts are with you, your family and those who were on the ride, or who responded to help.


Rest in Peace Bruce and Darryl .

[apteryx_haasti]

RIP fellow bikers. My condolences to all involved.

Ride safe everyone.

[spudchucka]

This would be the saddest news I've heard in a very long time.

There are only a handfull of Kiwi Bikers that I have met but I got to know both Bruce and Darryl pretty well as they stayed at my house several times this year while they were competing in the Manfield rounds of the Vic club winter series.

Both of them were complete and utter good buggers and gentlemen to boot. They will be sorely missed in our house.

[jimbo]

To my regret i never met either of my too fellow KBers.Even so,my thoughts are with their families,friends,loved ones and those who were there with them at the end of their journey yesterday.

[jahrasti]

This is some real bad news.
RIP to both well liked members of our small world.

[Shade]

Man... speechless.

I remember racing against darryl at Puke - he had a beautiful VFR400 that he had painted up, looked awesome.

Never met LB - but I know he was a good bugger too.

You'll be sorely missed fellas.

[Two Smoker]

Ok Ill admit it... I cried and so did Chloe. Bruce and Daryl were and still are two of my best mates. You guys will be sorely missed, and dont worry i will continue Team Muppet Racing on for you guys :niceone:

They lived their lives to the fullest and were awesome top blokes as well.

Deeply saddened for all the loved ones involved with this tragic, tragic accident.

Save me some pies, hell pizza and dubbos up there :niceone:

Chris and Chloe

[justsomeguy]

When I crashed last year, he helped me pick my bike up, when I went on my first trackday he made me follow him at a slow speed to learn the lines, when I didn't have money and had dodgy wheel bearing he changed them for me for free at his house, just the other day he was at this new KB'ers house changing her fork oil and reconditioning her forks.

I respected him a lot, not only for his riding skill, but because he didn't have a fancy education but worked two jobs - and became a successful business owner - and he's only a few months older than me.

He was an absolute "Winner" in his professional, social and sports life.

What a terrible, terrible loss.... he had so much to live for...........................

[Swoop]

If someone can please explain why I have wet eyes at the moment. For two guys whom I did not have the pleasure of getting to know, we will miss both of you so very much.
RIP Darryl.
RIP Bruce.

[Wasp27]

Like alot of other KBers, we never had the pleasure of meeting Bruce or Darryl (only reading their threads and posts on this site) but are shocked at their tragic passing. As members of this NZ wide biker family both Mrs W & I feel a sad loss and can only extend our deepest and most heart felt wishes to their loved ones and riding friends. ---- Its too late to do anything about this tragedy.. BUT FOR GOD's SAKE.. LETS BE EXTRA CAREFUL OUT THERE and spare a thought for the Family and Friends we would leave behind should the unspeakable happen to any of us.
Just a thought....would it be appropriate to organise special Remembrance Rides in the other districts to coincide with the Funerals of our fallen friends ??? Cheers Donna & Me

[Theatre]

This is rough. Like gijoe, just come back from the awesome 250 ride thankful that no one was hurt and then read the two threads on here.

RIP Bruce and Darryl, keep stunting up there! Condolences to all involved in this terrible accident.

[Ms Piggy]

I only heard about this today when I got a call about the Bruce's accident. I only met Loose Bruce once and didn't know DSS but, I know they were well loved within the biker community.

My sincerest sympathies to those who knew & loved them.

[aff-man]

Don't know what to say.

Bruce - friend, mentor and one hell of a rider. . Good bastard even bough this poor student a tank of gas. Teaching me how to clown around on bikes. Always giving usefull advice on basically everything. I'll miss ya man.

Darryl - Bloody nice guy, wish I couldv'e gotten to know you better.

Codolances to families and friends, it was a sad day indeed.

[Two Smoker]

Quotes: "Me and Bruce are like peas in a pod." Said By Daryl. "Dont mention that too loud Daryl." Said by Bruce. "See, you are a bunch of homos" Said by me... Alot of conversations went like this...


If you were around these guys there was bound to be a laugh...

Bruce was beating Daryl at Manfield (I had carried out the team muppet tradition by crashing for them, one of us pretty much had to crash at a race day). They crossed the line under the chequered flag when Bruce could hear Daryls bike. Daryl was giving him the fingers, then Bruce was doing the same while looking back... Bruce forgot about turn 2, and went straight ahead before falling off at walking pace on the warm down lap!!! Daryl nearly crashed due to laughing his arse off...

Then there was general mocking... Like when i got mocked heaps by them because of my new leathers (they were apparently gay because i hadnt scrubbed them in) and that moved onto Bruce when he got his new quasimoto leathers... And the laughter that followed when daryl backed his work 4x4 into the trailer...

Ill bring some more funny stuff when it comes to mind...

[carver]

If someone can please explain why I have wet eyes at the moment. For two guys whom I did not have the pleasure of getting to know, we will miss both of you so very much.
RIP Darryl.
RIP Bruce.

yeah, im with you man.
i went to the kb bbq yesterday, on the way up winja told me some guys had passed away from kiwibiker.
once threr we found out who it was.
i never met either of them, and more's the pity.
i did read alot of their posts in my never ending quest for riding skill, they knew their stuff.
thanks to all the kiwi biker crew on sat night at the bbq, for your stories, hospitality, and letting us depart back to hamilton at 11pm!
were all family, and the passing of these two brought that out of me.
thanks kiwibiker.
carver

[kawa10]

R.I.P guys

[jade]

Fuck, my workmate just met bruce on thursday - he came to buy his old gsxr750, he was gonna buy it this weekend ! My workmate was telling me how passionate about riding he was and how cool his bike is...
RIP

[trumpy]

This has truly been a tragic weekend. RIP guys and condolences to your families and all who knew you.

[MrMelon]

I'm absolutely gutted to hear this :( My thoughts go out to their friends and families.

[Hawkwing]

never had the pleasure wish I had RIP

[DonaldH]

Condolences to friends and family. RIP.

[Riff Raff]

Please share your funny stories and memories about these two great guys. Some of us were with Bruce’s family today and it helped all of us sharing our memories. I know his parents would love to read your stories, and they would be grateful if you have pictures you can post up or give to them.

I’ll always remember the day I got to know Bruce a lot better. We were traipsing around the infield at Manfield taking pictures and video of our mates on the track. With both his hands in casts, he gave a hilarious enactment of the difficulties he had in wiping his arse. We solved a few of the worlds problems during the day, and later on I had the dubious pleasure of gently rubbing Xylocaine onto the tops of his feet to relieve the pain of the nasty sunburn he had sustained during the day.

I called Bruce my ‘Evil twin’ because we shared the same birthday and, at one stage, we both wore the same Spool one-piece leathers. Of course the ‘evil’ part was just my joke. You’d be hard pressed finding a nicer, more generous bloke. He would always take the time to chat, never once let me pay for pizza, and would do anything for you if you needed it.

His escapades with the law were entertaining and he sure did attract a lot of attention from them. I don’t think I ever rode with Bruce when he had mirrors or indicators on his bike, which meant he was regularly turning right round on his seat to check on those of us behind him, giving us a nod, wave or cheeky grin before he turned round again and hoisted the front up.

As for Darryl, well I don’t know about the rest of you girls, but I always enjoyed his undy displays at the track! He was a genuine, top-notch fella.

Bruce and Darryl are, for me, legends in the motorcycle scene. They were soul mates and in a tragic way, it’s fitting that they left this world together. Yesterday when the grief was overwhelming me I had this sudden vision of the two of them doing wheelies on a cloud, laughing and egging each other on. It did make me feel a bit better. Whilst they are no longer with us in body, I’m sure they are with us in spirit.

I’m going to miss you guys:bye:

[FROSTY]

one case where my signature really says it all for me

The bond that joins your true family is not one of blood ,but of respect and joy in each others lives.
rarely do members of the same family grow up under the same roof

[Joni]

here are some pics...

[Crasherfromwayback]

But if Darryl is just like Bruce (which I gather he is)......RIP?.....Nah...

Go sick my biking brothers on the universe's greatest race track. Where every corner is a constant radius and well banked. The barriers are as soft as the clouds you're amongst. There are no pedantic police where you are, you're both in biking heaven, let the lap records tumble.

To close friends and family, hang tough, you know that's what they'd want.

Pete

[scracha]

Guttered. Wish I could have done more. The lassie on the scene was so strong and I don't know how she kept it together. To Darryl and Bruce's friends and family - time is a good healer and you will always remember the good times.

RIP

[Marknz]

RIP Bruce and Daryll

[sugilite]

Here is a Bruce story, We were talking about how night time wheel stands looked so cool with the headlights dancing around in the sky. He then recounted a time where he was alone on the AK motorway doing just that when all of a sudden a huge spotlight fell upon him and he looked up and realized that he had attracted the unwanted attention of the eagle police helicopter!
He told me he pulled over dropped to his knees and started bowing up and down in front of them begging for mercy. The cops flew off. I bet they were pissing themselves laughing and would have had a great laugh when telling their mates about this crazy biker back down the station :lol:

[blast]

this is sad sad news,Rest in Peace. Condolences to families.

[Brett]

I was gutted when i heard this last night. I didn't know Bruce or Darryl very well, spoke to both of them at the odd ride and trackdays. Both excellent riders, and top blokes. Their will be many sore hearts after this.
RIP Boys and love and condolences to all of their close mates and families.

Brett

[curious george]

RIP guys....
Sux coming back here to tragedy, but I remember the first time I met Bruce.
I was flat out on my 250, him on one wheel flying past me out of castrol (pukekohe).
Then the exhaust fell of the TL. Right in front of me.
When the session was over, he sheepishly asked to borrow my drill and riviter to make repairs...:done:

[larriken]

RIP guys. Hope they let you do wheelies where ever you may be now.

[Jonny Rotten]

:no: just had a few for you both..... now my missus has to put up with me being drunk for awhile......i will never stop ridding as a tribute to you both and all those who fell before you......live on in our memories as lenged's

[EvLAzn]

Here is another Bruce story he shared with me.
When he first arrived in Aks frm Wlg we told me he only knew 1 way 2 get 2 greylynn hell and that was on the motorway, so wat the muppet did was jumped on the motorway on a Push Bike n started Wheeling dwn the motor way mindin his own business, and b4 he knew it a cop was pullin him ova askin him WTF he was thinkin lol so wat ended up happenin the gud cop gav bruce and his push bike a ride to grey lynn lol. gud on ya bruce.:rockon: :Punk: :innocent: :bye:

[nudemetalz]

RIP to both riders and condolences to the family.

[Jonny Rotten]

i prepose a bike convoy to both of these guy funneruls........everyone take the day off work and come and if you cant get the day off tell your boss to go fuck him self and come......lets make this the best hurst convoy newzealand has ever seen

[bugjuice]

unfukingbelivable.. just can't believe it. 2 of the best blokes I know. Just shouldn't have happened, wasn't their time.

Ride easy boys, you'll always be remembered.

[quickbuck]

Tragic News.... Shocked.

RIP Guys, and I believe where you are now is full of twisty bits with loads of run off, oh, and it is perfect for all day wheelies.

Condolences to family and friends.

[White trash]

There's nothing I can say that hasn't been already.

We're all devistated and in a constant state of shock.

I'll always remember Bruce squirting green E2 under Darryls bike at Pukekohe in the pits, then Darryl rolling around under the bike for 5 minutes trying to figure out where the hell the green muck had come from. Or Darryl doing 3 trackdays on the NC30 with the same mysterious "cut out" problem, 'till it finally died. He packed a shit and undid the tank bolts to have a look under it after I'd told him to make sure he had fuel.

Damn those empty tanks are light.........

I'll always remember these two guys for what they are. Smiling, pisstaking, genuine blokes having fun on bikes.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I'll always remember these two guys for what they are. Smiling, pisstaking, genuine blokes having fun on bikes.

Amen.........

[sprocket]

Wow .... im shocked Bruce was a dam good guy, wonder if they will let him open a Hells in heaven, rest in peace my friend, have fun on the big race track in the sky:scooter:

And my deepest sympathy's to darryls freinds and family wish i could have meet you bud

RIP Guy,s:rockon:

[justsomeguy]

I'll always remember Bruce squirting green E2 under Darryls bike at Pukekohe in the pits, then Darryl rolling around under the bike for 5 minutes trying to figure out where the hell the green muck had come from.

Yeah - that day was hilarious...

Although Two Smoker giggling like a 13 year old girl was a bit of a giveaway.

Another moment - at a trackday at Taupo......

Dumbass Bruce asking me where he could get a plaster for his bleeding finger after a tiny off.......

I point at the ambulance 3 meters away....and he does he characteristic head scratch half laugh move....

Dammit Bruce.....you really didn't have'ta die you know......:bye:

[2_SL0]

Fark

Ive been sitting here for a while trying to work out what to type.
I was fortunate enough to of met Bruce, I wouldn't say I knew him well, but we had spoken on a few occasions. My memory of the guy, is a bloke that would come over and say "G'day hows it goin" and actually mean it. He always took the time to say Hi to everyone. If I was going on a KB ride and he happened to be on it, I knew it would be a good ride. The man passed me on one wheel I don't know how many times, I'm sure I wasn't the only one that had that privilege.
I have ridden with Darryl at least once, but again he was a rider that was in a category above me in skill. Hence I never got to see him on the road much. (me at the back of the pack, him at the front) I have watched him on the track and been astounded by both Bruce and his ability to ride a bike to that level.
From my personal experiences and from what I have read on KB these are two amazing people that will be deeply missed.

[Two Smoker]

here are some pics...

The story behind these pics... It was a KB ride with Firefight down SH22, Loosebruce was late due to working, he had kindly lent me the beast of a TL which i had chloe on the back with. We got back to the Bombay autobahn to have some chips and coffee... Quote of that day was "Bruce, do you know you are really fucking ugly" said by firefight as he was taking a photo of us hoping bruce didnt break the camera.... Bugjuice is next to Bruce, Chloe is opposite him, and im next to chloe... It was a good day, and one of many that bruce has had...

hehehe Bruce.... only 23 (in that picture) but looks like he is 35...

[texmo]

Bruce was one of my best mates. I worked with him and raced with him.
He was my idol. He had more enthusaim for life than any body I know.
I didnt know Daryl nearly as well as I know bruce But from the way Bruce talked about him I can only regret not getting to know him better.
Both were some of the best guys I have ever meet in my entire life, they were best mates and like brother to each other.

To quote one of bruces favourite lines from the movie Alien "Fuck Sleep, You can sleep when you die!"

We will all miss you both dearly.

Aaron

[robertydog]

Rest in Peace. Condolences to families.

[Big Dave]

Bruce ya wingnut - I'll miss ya.

[vtec]

It pains me, I knew them both. Both great guys. Bruce was the first person to help me with my front fork settings when I got my supersport race bike.

Bruce and Daryl were both fearless and brilliantly talented, and both merely at the dawn of their motorcycle racing careers. They were "like two peas in a pod" if a little different in personality, the same in passion for life, and the best of mates.

If I'm not misstaken Daryl had managed to beat Andrew Stroud at a race meeting at Taupo earlier this year with stock standard suspension settings on his R1, and Bruce was equally talented, just hadn't had any defining moment yet.

In Manfeild earlier this year, when I first rode my 600 on the practice day, he came past on the back wheel, and then slowed up to show me the way around a few of the corners. There will be a gaping hole in the motorcycle racing community that will never be filled. This is breaking me up.

These two guys are irreplaceable, and the thought of whom will always be in my mind. The world is a tragic place.

There's so much depth to these characters, and I'm saddened that I never made time to hang out with or go on road rides with these fellows, to gauge the depth of their persons.

Legends

[Keystone19]

We'll never forget you Bruce and Darryl. From the first trip with Bruce to the Honda Riders Club day at Taupo where he incessantly teased Paul about his age, to the tips he was giving me on how to ride a bike - was that left hand throttle or right hand throttle Bruce? Watching Darryl riding that bike beyond it's capabilities time and time again, checking him over on several occasions after he muppetted. Bruce texting me last week offering to help me out in the pits now that Paul no longer can. The list is endless...

Rest in peace Bruce and Darryl.

We love you and will miss you.

Jill and Paul

[quickbuck]

Just last week I was reving Bruce up for teaching my puppy bad habits
RIP TEAM MUPPET!

If loosebruce wants a puppy to play tug of war with, our 10 month Red Nose Pit Bull lost her life to a train on Friday night.

Yep, been a shit weekend all round.

[Ixion]

Condolences and prayers for those that grieve
Rest in peace.

[Lias]

Read about the crash on stuff a few minutes ago,a a cold shiver went down my spine and I knew it was KB'ers somehow. Logged in to find this thread.

What a goddamn tragedy.. I never had the privledge of getting to know these guys, but I've heard nothing but good things (well okay and slightly crazy things) about them.

Rest in Peace guys.

[NhuanH]

Such sad news to hear about two good fellas. :bye:

Hope you guys continue the Muppetry wherever you've gone together.

[GIXser]

Like many others here, thoughts have passed through my mind about both Bruce and Darryl in the last 24 hours, mixed emotions from deep sadness to feeling sick at times a gut wrenching ache, some of the emotions turned to some relief as i thought of Bruce's past antics, and at "times" it puts a little smile on my face" .
My thoughts throughout this are for Bruce's and Darryl's family's. we share your pain your emotions and sorrow"
To the riders/people that helped in the final moments i have the deepest sympathy for you.

Bruce..youre a Champion" i will never forget you.!!

Darryl "Rest in piece"

[Zed]

I am deeply saddened by this sudden tragic event, my heart has been in mourning since I was told this shocking news yesterday, this is a great loss for so many people, I am so sorry.

I met both Bruce and Darryl about 3 years ago through KB and have seen them come a long way in their riding within that time, especially on the track. I will always remember the rides we went on together down SH22, Coro Loop, and down thru Whangamata/Waihi, which was Bruce's favourite stretch. I shall never forget the friendly nature of both guys and their uniqueness of good character shown towards me and others.

My sincere prayer is that the family and friends of both men will have their hearts comforted and strengthened at this time.


Goodbye guys, your time ended too soon...

[Spittie]

Rest in Peace. Condolences to families.

[blackkatana]

Sad loss to the families and friends, our condolences to the families. To the friends, remember them always. Rest in peace.

[EvLAzn]

Bruce got me n a fellow work m8 to give him a new look before he went to taupo to race n so we thought it would be mean to give him a styley look lol.
He loved these pics of him because......well u know bruce lol:yeah:

[Wolf]

Never met either outside of reading their posts on the forum but I've been crying on and off all day since a "little birdy" told me that Bruce and Darryl had been killed - especially when reading what has been posted here.

My sincerest condolences to their family and friends and especially to all those on the ride who had the misfortune to witness the deaths of two of their friends.

The weekend had started out well, had a great night on Friday hanging out with Lias, Waylander, Carver and a few other KBers - finally got to meet the notorious Quasievil briefly and we all had a fun time.

Today's news was sobering indeed and changed the mood of the weekend dramatically. One of the first thoughts was "Fuck! Was Darryl one of the ones I met briefly?"

Three dead, two critically injured in the space of three weeks - we're having more than our "fair share" of tragedy lately.

RIP Bruce and Darryl, never met either of you and it saddens me that I won't, in this life.

[crashe]

The first time I meet Bruce was when he was having a get together at his place to watch the bikes racing on his BIG tv screen.
I arrived and he welcome me into his home.... showing me his broken bikes in his garage after he broke both his hands on that accident and telling me his plans on getting them back on the road. That night he got on his pushbike and did wheelies up and down the road (both hands bandaged up)... he loved showing off that skill as he could do a wheelie for miles and miles on that pushbike. He brought in a heap of pizza's for us all to eat... yep a number of KBers turned up that night.


Another time whenever he rode past me all I heard was a 'whoop' as I never saw him coming or going. (both him and Death_inc would do that) so one day I said "guys you are giving us newer riders the shits....." he smiled and nodded.
The next ride we were on together, he came up behind me on the bike he slowed right down and as he passed me he turned around and waved to me and you could see that huge cheeky grin on his face... next thing he roared off into the distance.

Bruce showed us some great stunts on his bike... There was the night we all gathered at a secret place after having pizza at Hell's Pizza...... in a industrial area... Bruce lead the pack and some of us had no idea where we were....
after a while we heard sirens getting nearer, we all scattered. I looked back and saw a huge grin on his face.

The few times that I went out to Puke on track days.... Bruce was there.... and he sure could race his bike.

Bruce lived for bikes, bikes were his world.
Bruce rode hard.....

Rest In Peace Bruce.

[Shaun]

Johnny Rotten-Jim Morrison, Both gone but never forgoten

Darryl and Bruce, they will never leave! these two guys have to much stage charactuer to ever leave us

I never got to know them very well, but what I did know of them was, they were never going to give up on what they wanted untill they got it

You guy's were an inspiration to a lot of people

To the friends and family of these two wonderfull young men, live your life to fullest that you can, and when things get hard, just you remember how hard these guys tried to live there dreams.

In both of you I have seen wonderfull/ committed/ talanted men, it was a pleasure to have known you both, and to your friends, please try to remember the good times.

Gone, but never forgotten ahmen

[TonyB]

MrsB and I would just like to offer our heart felt condolences to the family and friends of Bruce and Darryl. I never knew them except on here, but reading through all of this its plainly obvious that they were top blokes who will be sorely missed. RIP guys.

[Virago]

Just read through this thread.

I'm shocked at the dreadful news, and deeply moved by the expressions of anguish by those who were lucky enough to call Bruce and Darryl their friends.

My sincere condolences to the families of Bruce and Darryl.

[skelstar]

Sorta met Bruce and Darryl at the track (of course). RIP guys.

My thoughts to those here who were lucky enough to know them better than I.

[Grahameeboy]

OMG....met Bruce a few times, few when we had Monday meets at Hell's Pizza......prayers to his family and many friends.

[Edbear]

Can't really add much more here. Only knew them from the site as KB members, but deepest condolences to all who knew them personally and to their families. A black weekend.

[NZHog]

I am new here & did not get to meet these guys but this sad event was in my mind when I rode today.
RIP Bruce and Darryl, condolences to family and friends.

[Lou Girardin]

It's hard to fathom, I only met Bruce once and liked him immediately. He was definitely loose.
I don't think I met Darryl, but he was a KB'er, one of the family.
My condolences to both their families

[FEINT]

I have known bruce for a couple of years now. Bruce was pretty much the guy that got me riding. I met him at Pukekohe quite a few years back while taking photos. It saddens me to hear that this has happened. My condolences go out to the family and friends. Bruce never stopped lending an extra hand when needed, he helped me on my bike as well as giving me pizzas. You will be sadly missed.

Bruce is a TOP BLOKE and always will be. I didn't get a chance to know Darryl as well, I only met him once at the Taupo track day where he pulled some impressive wheelies.

Bruce, the photos below I know you loved very much.

[bugjuice]

I remember a wheelie session Bruce organised, along for the ride was myself (of course!) and my gf, kelly, Aff-man, Motoracer, Erik and a couple of others (sorry, kinda forgot who!).. We went out some arse end of no where, round the back of Mt Wellington, and had a play for an hour or so.. After half an hour of trying to wheelie and just going backwards (in effort), Bruce had a quick go on my bike and got 12o'clock straight off, no effort. He then told me a little secret (well, was to me) that just nailed it. To back off a little, then whack the throttle on. Bugger me, came up easy and quick. He knew exactly what I needed to do and how to do it. He had talents! I did one wheelies away, then came back with another wheelie. Parked up, jumped off and hugged him (was appropriate at the time!), then carried on with the wheelies.

Then a cop showed up. One darted off (not Bruce ;)) in order to buy the rest of us some time. It worked. Bruce had the same idea, but ended up riding along side the cop! Some sweet talkin while X had shot off, got all of us off. We all split and I had to head home, but we had a laugh about that for a little bit..

He was such a good inspiration. Miss him heaps already.

And Darryl, well I didn't get to know him as well as I wanted, cos we never crossed paths too many times. But enough for him to pass on his own tips and hints to me. Better ways of getting my knee down at the last Taupo track, watching him wheelie off at the one before, in the wet and not letting me in on how to do that! Can't remember what about, but remember properly meeting him at Quasi's rallye and talkin crap for a couple of hours... But I remember him well. He'll leave a big hole too..

It's hard to read and tap away with a tear in my eye.. i'll never forget either of them.. RIP bro's..

[Zukin]

but he was a KB'er, one of the family.


I have been thinking all evening on how to sum up how I feel, and you have said it, exactly how it is.
Although never meeting them, you feel as though you do, and from what others have said here, I am not the only one.....
We are a big family!
We share laughter, anger and even sadness together.

RIP guys

Scott & Carissa

[Fat Tony]

RIP guys. Sincere condolences to family and friends.

[swanman]

I met both of these guys a number of times. They were bikers thru and thru, lived it, breathed it did it.

I remember meeting Daryl for the first time on a ride down to Taupo. His bike, a TL, had bits hanging off it and bits taped on to it. Straightaway I knew this was a guy who rode hard.

This was proved once again when he bought my old R1 which had been written off and resuscitated. Every time I saw it another piece was missing. He was a good, fast rider and had great character.

Loosebruce. I remember wheelied my YZF750 after I had complained that it was unwheeliable. After 5 minutes he had the wheel pawing the air nicely.

Both great guys and great riders. I am deeply shocked and saddened.

[SPman]

Just got back from a weekend away, when Mst logs on and a cry of "They're burying Bruce!"
I'm shattered at the news...I didnt know Darryl that well,having only met him a few times, but Bruce was just a great guy - full of passion and enthusiasm for his chosen pastime. He was the same age as my younger son, so I could take his "old man" jibes with the humour they were given.
What else can I say that others haven't.
My sorrow is that I can't attend his funeral to say goodbye to a character that could be quiet and unassuming, yet still larger than life and guaranteed to bring a smile to your face, whenever you met him.
My thoughts are with his family and friends and those close to him.
Vale Bruce
Vale Darryll
You will be sorely missed.

[Skunk]

Our thoughts go out to the family and friends of these two well known and well liked guys.

From Skunk Control and myself. (Cathie and Andrew)

["D" FZ1]

Just got home after visiting friends whose 10 yr old son we buried yesterday. Still blown away after realising Darryl was one of the guys that died yesterday. Didn't know Bruce, but my thoughts are with you Jimmy and co cause I know to well what you are going through!!! We just need to keep it FKN safe on the road. Use the track days to go hard !!!!! RIP Boys.

[bugjuice]

Loosebruce. I remember wheelied my YZF750 after I had complained that it was unwheeliable. After 5 minutes he had the wheel pawing the air nicely.
lol.. remember that.. and your face when he did it!

And Darryl's black TL.. poor thing.. went thru a lot! I remember being behind him on the way back from Quasi's rallye, when he was pulling an awesome wheelie on it, landed okish.. then pulled over to the side. That was the last time it moved for a while! Then the bunch of us sat on the side of the road waiting for the support van to catch up!!

[T.I.E]

no. my thoughts go out to all their familes and friends, and may they ride forever.

andrew

[ZeroIndex]

Can't believe this.. RIP Bruce and Darryl, may God send peace to your families and friends affected by this tragic loss.. Didn't really get to know either of them well, except for chatting to both of them at Pukekohe.. they both seemed like really good people. but will miss them both :(

Rob

[spudchucka]

Last time Bruce and Darryl stayed with us they gave us some gifts to thank us for providing them with comfortable digs while attending the Manfield race days.

One of the gifts they gave us was a "Dora the Explorer" kit for my four year old daughter. Its a back pack that contains things like a pair of binoculars and a nature kit for collecting items etc. It was a really thoughtful gift and my daughter loves it.

This afternoon when I read this thread I talked about it with Mrs Spud but my daughter was not aware of the news at all, she was outside playing on her swing.

I was gob smacked at tea time when out of the blue she said, "Dad, Bruce and Darryl gave me my Dora bag didn't they"?

Dad said, "Yes honey they did".

Daughter says, "When are we going to see them again Dad"?

Dad & Mum both having tears in their eyes then make a lame attempt at explaining the tragic cirumstances and why it is that we won't be seeing them again.

Kids have amazing powers of perception!

On a funnier note I recall the first time I met Bruce.

He had just smashed up his TL and smashed both his wrists in the process, his hands were both in plaster. I met him at Manfield and found out that he was in the market for a radiator for the TL, I just happened to have one for sale.

We agreed on a price and I drove him to the local cash point machine to withdraw the dosh and on the way he told me about the circumstances of his crash, (180kph + whellie gone wrong as I recall).

I recall he had a slight look of concern on his face as if he was thinking, "Why the hell am I telling this to a cop"? But he went on and told me all the details of his crazy antics and we had a real good laugh about it. I liked him straight away, he was just a real genuine likeable character.

Darryl was the perfect gentleman, my wife couldn't believe that he was still single.

[Big Chim]

Rest In Peace Boys, Rest in Peace.

[gav]

Like everyone, this news comes as a real shock, RIP boys.....
Some great stories on here as well.....

[mstriumph]

Couldn't believe it when i saw the thread

I know Bruce and Darryl only through the posts i've read and the stories Jon has told .........

but know enough to realise that these guys were legends - and it's bitter to lose them.

condolances, not only to family and friends but to all those who, like me, are the poorer for never having met them and now, who never can.

still can't believe it .......... ghastly thing to happen.

[Lissa]

RIP Bruce and Darryl.. thoughts are with family and friends.

[Toaster]

My deepest sympathy to the families. RIP my fellow riders. I'm so sorry to hear of this terrible tragedy.

[Velox]

Really shocked to hear about this yesterday - our thoughts with both the boys' families. What a tragic thing to happen.
Loosebruce and Uncle Bruce were the first two people to swap me their litre bikes for my Jade so I could go for a blat. I remember being pissed off at Bruce when he hooned off down the road standing on the Jade's seat with no hands though!
They were both real decent lads.

[The Tazman]

My condolences to both the families involved and all their friends.

I always remember Bruce as the first person on here to contact me when I asked about a headlight for my bike when it came from the UK . I then met him at my first track day on the old Taupp track and was looking forward to seeing him next week on the new track.

As for Daryl I don’t believe I had the pleasure of meeting him but if he was anything like everyone else I have met from this site and out on rides I wish I had.

R.I.P both of you

Taz

[Loopy]

what a terrible tragedy...

I never met darryl or bruce but I can tell by the heartfelt msgs of love and support been posted here that they were two great guys who will be greatly missed in the biker family. My condolences to all of you who have lost two great friends and to Bruce and Darryls families. It breaks my heart to read that we have lost two more members in the biker community and makes it even more important that we all ride safely and continue to look after each other the best way we can. Again, my thoughts are with all of you at this incredibly upsetting time and I hope that you can take strength from each other and remember them doing what they loved. Rest in peace Bruce and Darryl.

[heavenly.talker]

Heart wrenching and stomach turning.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and riders.

The sky tonight is a little dimmer as two stars are missing. Your contributions, wisdom, antics, and legacies will not be forgotten and the KB community will keep you close in our hearts.

[Kittyhawk]

Can't believe it. I was at a wedding when my phone went. And I dont know what to say. They will be greatly missed. I didn't meet Darryl but knew Bruce from the rides and now they are gone :bye: My heart is with their families friends and everyone who knew them.

Although we are far apart our spirits share the same earth under the same sky.

They will never be forgotton.

[Sparky Bills]

RIP

What a shame!!:bye:

[SlowHand]

My heart's in my throat. RIP fellas, never officially met ya Darryl, but you always came across as a genuine good bugger.

And Bruce, I'd met him for best of 3mins, and 3 months later, he still remembered my name and bike. Top fella. Will miss ya all.

[oldguy]

Rest in peace Bruce(loosebruce) and Darryl(Dss3) though I never met yous, I feel the pain like the loss of a loved one, condolences to family and friends.

John

[onearmedbandit]

This thread is simply awesome, some great stories guys. Keep them coming.

[motoGP]

I’ve had a lump in my throat all afternoon. Unfortunately never met the guys but I’ve really been hammered by this.
Terrible news to hear, my sincerest thoughts go out to family and friends.

[T.W.R]

Holy Shit!!! simply stunned to see this, sickened to the core.

Condolences to family & friends

RIP
ride free beyond worldy restraints

[Macktheknife]

I first met Bruce on a ride down 22, and was gobsmacked by the skill and also by the sense of humour, he made me feel welcome on one of my first KB rides. I spoke with him many times after that and he was always helpful, knowledgeable and funny. He earned my respect and appreciation in the first hour of knowing him, that is rare.
I only met Darryl once but he was such a loon he had me in stitches in no time.
I am deeply saddened by the loss of two fine guys, we are all poorer for this tragedy. Heartfelt sympathy and support to both their families.
Respect
Mack

[quallman1234]

I never meet him but from what i hear he was a bloody good guy.

Rest in peace.

[Switch]

Such Sad news to hear after a break from kb. :weep:
I believe i saw/met bruce at a trackday, but im not completely sure. I'm sure they will be missed by everyone.
R.I.P Bruce and Darryl :bye:
Take care on the roads guys/girls

Matt

[adiddy]

met bruce for the best part of 10 minutes, he checked out my bike and we shared a few stories thats will not be forgotten .... that guy has much respect and will always be remembered.. I never met daryl but rip mate

R.I.P Bruce you seemed like a genuine good guy in just that 10 minutes of getting to know you, Ride that road in heaven like never before boys

IF ANYONE WOULD LIKE TO RIDE FROM AUCKALDN GIVE ME PM PLEASE AND WE WILL SORT THIS OUT!!!!!

[muzz]

WOW, this is shocking, R.I.P, sad so sad.

[candor]

Condolences to all the loved ones and m8s who're affected. Its horrific, and so wrong - nobody should die like this. Wishing strength now and in times ahead specially to all those who might need it. I know you'll have much support from KB. Not a biker, didn't even know them but this is just a terrible thing and feeling very sorry about it. Its always the special ones.

[erik]

Some great stories shared :)

Here's just a few more photos.

[Big Dog]

There are no words that can express the sadness.
Any loss to the biker community is sad but to lose 2 from this site in one day has left me numb.
I only just found out by crusing the site.
Pretty sure I've met Bruce on a ride (If I recall he had a poke about how I was happy to stay behind the 250's), Darryls face looks familiar but I can't say I new either.
Based on the earlier parts of the thread Rest In Peace does not say it.
It feels like Ride In Peace, or even Ride In Perpetuity is more appropriate for these two.

To all kiwibikers: Keep the black bits down and the shiny side up!
To the Family I hope you find some comfort in how much your boys moved so many people.

[SPman]

Having a drink in memory of the fallen 3.

I still can't beleive that tall, laconic, streak of weasels piss is gone.......

[Motoracer]

To date, this is the hardest thing I am having to deal with.

Bruce meant so much to me.. I really don't know what to say.. He was my best friend.. Every second out of the couple of years I spent with him was enjoyable. I can't help but feel so empty inside.. He had my back and I had his covered, no matter what.. I thought we'd grow old in the same nebourhood and watch each others kids race on minimotos... Now, all I can think of is how much I miss my bud/bro/mate/friend...

Without suger coating anything, he was one of the best damn people I have EVER come to know... Intelligent, kind, caring, with the highest moral values, multi talented, Natural born leader, DAMN good rider and pretty much a role model for what people should aim to be as a person. I can't express how much this breaks my heart. People have said very nice things so instead of repeating the same words, I'll end this quick, now. RIP brother.

Daryl, like People have said. He was like a twin of Bruce. Fucking top bloke, top rider and a REAL REAL good guy. I had the utmost respect for him... Given the oppertunity, I would have liked to be a real close mate of Daryl too and I know we would have got on awesome.. It breaks my heart a 2nd time over, to come to terms with your loss as well... RIP man...

That's as much as I can type... I will never forget either of you guys for as long as I live. I will tell your legendary tales to people far and wide and make sure that you aren't forgotten in the memories of everyone I come across..

[skidMark]

there is a way we know bruce will always be with us with most you find the brightest star in the sky .

to find bruce look for the star banked right over then it straighten up rips an awesome wheelie and then into a massive rolling stoppie

that is bruce's star.

bruce was in essence my true hero and he was the one that got me convincesd to go from little mini bikes into his recommendation after a gn250 and a gpx 250 i got a zxr 250a model,bruce once had
one and said it would be a great bike and he was sure as heck right.
then as i got better and better due to his tips on things i gradually just kept improving more and more and more just aspiring to be like bruce be a true legend.

i'm still going to be, in bruces memory i am now getting back into bucket racing then eventually someday i will hopefully follow in bruce footsteps to new zealnd superbikes.

what happens in my life from now on it's all for you bruce brother my racing from now is dedicated to the memory of you. and if i win which i eventually will itll be for you mate and itll be you i will be thanking for getting me there

:first: <<<<< thatll be reserved for you mate,


may you rest in peace mate you were a great man and a true inspiration to us all, and the reason i'm still alive to this day without your tips i would not have got myself out of some very risky riding situations


R.I.P bro, you were a true legend and i will never ever forget you.

Regards: Mark

[skidMark]

Bruce got me n a fellow work m8 to give him a new look before he went to taupo to race n so we thought it would be mean to give him a styley look lol.
He loved these pics of him because......well u know bruce lol:yeah:

yeah i remember i made a note to him in regards to similarities to dirty sanchez, looked awesome

i'm going to get another bike sometime soon man pm me if you ever want to ride with me somewhere. hope your loving the fzr too

[0arbreaka]

RIP Bruce, you will be missed

[Hillbilly]

I read the news on the Herald website this afternoon. I guess because I live in OZ it seemed so remote, and so far away. That was until I checked my User CP. Bruce had sent me a green rep for one of my posts. Now all of a sudden, it's personal, and hit home.

I wish the families of both these guys my sincere condolences. RIP Bruce.

[Eyetie]

I recall my first meeting with Bruce, about 3 years ago I turned up at the normal place, the Autobahn, thinking I should be able to keep up with these guys, I didnt know of Death Inc(750), 2 Smoker(150),6Chris6 (600), Loosebruce(Mighty TL) and Draco(400) me on my Thunderace (so thought 1000CC should be fine), left the AB and most of them are on one wheel, I am thinking oh shit what the hell I have got myself into, we rode through to SH2 and turned off to Miranda, well next thing I know we come around a corner, there they are, all parked up and bits of TL all over the place, and Bruce smiling, and an Old lady looking white as a ghost and cannot believe he is ok, I guess thats when I started to believe Bruce was Mr Incredible, Gary and I went and got a trailer and my first KB ride was over early but got to meet my first set of KBers thinking what great people, and Bruce in the back seat talking about his off even with two broken hands he helped get his bike off the trailer and promising free pizza's for giving him a lift, on Monday I was off to buy a full set of leathers.
When I bought the RSVR I bought a set of cored cans and left them in the garage Brucie came home at about midnight from Hell as he knew I was riding with Death the next day and remember starting the bike up early in the morning and the ground started shaking and the roar was intense, I quickly shut the bike off (little did I know until later Bruce woke up and was laughing) I pushed the bike down the drive as didnt want to wake Bruce up. Bruce had put my pipes on for me to give me a suprise which it certainly did. That was Bruce though, I would often meet other KBer's at home as Bruce would be doing something for them even with the very little time he had with holding down two jobs. Just on Friday my girlfriend says to me, you need to talk to Bruce he needs to tidy up the garage hes got shit everywhere, never got to have that talk with him.......
Now I have to go to work and tell all my staff about Bruce he was of course well liked and a member of not only the Hells pizza family but a member of the SDV family as well, and its not going to be the same without the Gixxer or his poxy civic at work today.

[Cajun]

honstly i donno what to say,
I was sorta shocked when i visited bret this yesterday morning, and he informed me.
Made a very somber ride back to tauranga.

Riden with both Daryl and Bruce, talked and bullshited with both, and both would go extra mile to help anyone if asked, i trusted if i asked a bike related question.

RIP to Daryl and Bruce.
Great lost to motorcycling in NZ.

Thoughts go out to both there familys, etc.

Neal

[MadDuck]

A real shock and tragedy ...my thoughts are with their families and friends.

First met Darryl on one of Quasis rallies. He kindly lead us on a ride slow enough for me to keep up. Saw him many times racing and falling off :mellow:

Bruce I first met on a "SLOW" ride up 16. With a huge grin on his face he turned and said ...slow...hell I got up to XXX kms on one wheel :innocent:

RIP guys

[sAsLEX]

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Will be having a few tonight to remember DSS and the Bruces

[NotaGoth]

I just don't know what to say...... I really don't........ Shocking news...... My thoughts go out to Daryl and Bruces families... Friends.... And to those present on the ride.....

[frogfeaturesFZR]

RIP guys. I was only talking to Bruce last week. Top guy, life just sucks sometimes.

[Damon]

this is some sad sad news, i don't really know what to say, my prayers are with the family and friends, :bye:

[Robbo]

Rest In Peace Bruce and Darryl. Such a tragic waste of lives of two fellow biker commrades. Our sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to your families, friends and fellow riders on that last ride.

Robbo and Michelle

[Flyingpony]

RIP Bruce and Darryl
Condolences to family and friends.

[insane1]

rip guys cant say what hasent allready been said may you both keep riding the coro loop in the sky forever.

[Ivan]

im sorry to hear this this is sad news rip and condolences to the family and firends

[dnos]

RIP guys.
Absolutely shocking news, and extremely sad.

[Postie]

Thank you Bruce and thank you Darryl. You have both been a huge inspiration to many riders. Whether it be on the road or the track, I would always here people saying how they wish they could ride that well.
You both were truly gifted riders and genuine top blokes. You will be sorely missed by more people then you probably realised.
My thoughts are with your family's and closest friends.
Rest In Peace

[Street Gerbil]

RIP, guys...
Condolences to families...

[Velox]

Hey the DomPost this morn said there were three bikes involved and the other guy isn't too flash. I didn't realise there was another guy (if the paper's right) - do we know and can we say who he is?

[Patrick]

We never met personally but we have spoken on here... and all was good...

What a tragedy... Take care everyone out there.

[placidfemme]

Holy shit... I've never riden with either of these guys, but having chatted with them in topics here on KB on occasion, this news is enough to give me goosebumps and tears in my eyes...

My prayers and thoughts go out to the friends and family :(

[MikeyG]

As soon as I posted that I was going to my first trackday I got a PM from Bruce offering some lessons. Up at the track he found me, started chatting and made me feel welcome.

That's how I'll remember Bruce - A really great guy. He will be missed

[Bytor]

I never had the pleasure of meeting these two great dudes, but I feel their spirit and passion for motorcycling will be with us forever - RIP dudes.

[stunz]

damn :bye: didn't know these guys, but can see they will be well missed. RIP riders and condolences to family and friends. P Pegs down as mark of respect.

[WRT]

I never had the priviledge of meeting Darryl, but from all accounts it sounds like he was a top guy - no one ever has a bad thing to say about him. Certainly if he was anything like Bruce, he must have been quite the character, and I'm sure all that have met him are richer for the experience.

I met Bruce a few times, normally at track days or up at Hell for pizza and stunts. I still remember him giving me grief before a MotoTT track day about how his gixxer had an appetite for Aprilia's. He was right, of course, with him on it that bike had an appetite for everything! I had the utmost respect for his ability on the track, and up on one wheel. He made it all look so effortless, and the sight of him flying down the front straight of Taupo past the pits with the bike bouncing off the rev limiter "cause it sounds fking cool" was something to behold.

Also remember him saying at the Suzuki track day just a month or so ago, how he was taking it easy as his bike was in road trim. Then he had seen Stroud up front and reckons he couldnt hold back - the challenge had been thrown down and road trim or not, Bruce was up to it. Sure enough, on the final session of the day, Stroud blew past me, closely followed by Bruce, the bit firmly between his teeth.

Bruce was always full of life, he was all smiles and jokes, ever willing to share his knowledge and experience. The enormous contribution he supplied to the biking community in the form of wisdom, laughter, encouragment and cheap pizza, will never be forgotten.

Farewell to both Bruce and Darryl, you will be sorely missed.

[trev]

Such a terrible loss - for your family , your friends and for mankind. You will be missed.

R.I.P. guys

[Al]

RIP guys.....
Condolences to friends and families, thoughts and prayers are with everyone at this time.

Al&Thea

[Lucyloo]

Sad sad news.
Condolences to their families and all who knew them.

[chickin]

our thoughts are with all that knew them both
A sad loss

[phoenixgtr]

Condolences to family and friends.

What a weekend!! This one won't be forgotten for a long time

[hsvboy06]

I've just read this thread from start to finish - they were obviously two amazing guys. So so sad. My sympathy to family and friends. RIP guys.

["D" FZ1]

Could anybody help with an address for Darryls parents. PM me or phone Dave at Waikato Yamaha. 07 8505044. Cheers.

[babyB]

i am still stunned and short on words
Condolences to family and friends my thoughts and prays are with you all

A Friend is not gone, untill they are forgotten!
And to Live in the Hearts of thoses
left behind is to Live Forever!

I didnt know bruce well
Darryl with your zen for life ...
you will forever sparkle across our southen skyes

R.I.P Darryl and Bruce
Forever you shell ride

[keza]

fuck can't say anymore about bruce and darryl everyone thas said other than life is a bit like a race once you have influenced everyone here you need to then time to move on bruce and darryl just one their race sooner than others bruce has had an infuence on me and i will remember that always so my thoughts go to family and friends have fun on that big race track in the sky

[Joni]

dont rest in peace, get up there and scare the hell out of everyone with your 180km wheelies past moses, on his chariot.Amen Glen... what an amzing thought! was bitter sweet, brought a tear and a smile at the same time :(

[krash69]

ive only bean i n kb 11months....sorry i havnt had the honurs to meat these to guys.....

but as usual this isnt good.....

sorry to hair....and my thoughts go out to the ones ridding with them and there familys

[MSTRS]

Hey the DomPost this morn said there were three bikes involved and the other guy isn't too flash. I didn't realise there was another guy (if the paper's right) - do we know and can we say who he is?

AFAIK - seperate incident on same ride a few minutes before, Beyond. Broken ankle, sprains etc. He put a thread on about it.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=845768&postcount=1

[Grahameeboy]

Auckland KB's, please see 'Hells Pizza' thread.........sorry to pinch this thread for an advert........