AWNMR - Akl Wednesday Night Mentor Ride

[Disco Dan]

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What - Newbie training/confidence session
When - Wednesdays
Where - Meet at shell westgate then directed to a practice area nearby
Why - A chance for new riders and learners to get practical advice on your riding and learn new skills from site mentors.
Time - 6.30pm (Departing 7pm)



[CENTER]Directed at new riders looking for confidence and training -
all are welcome to attend and learn



Start with a briefing from KB Mentor followed by a short practice session in the "training area" Then a slow paced ride to put your newly learned skills to work in the "real" world.
This will NOT be a normal group ride its going to be 1 on 1 with your mentor to a maximum of 3 bikes in a group.

A stop in the middle to ask questions and recieve feedback on your riding.

Finishing at Miss Q's in Westgate for a drink/food and debriefing from mentor.

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Please ask if you would like an escort to the venue and I will organise something for you

Just a note here folks
We are a bunch of reasonably experienced riders who are happy to pass on our riding experience in an informal way
It will NEVER replace training from Qualified instructors like the Ride Safe course or the 1 on 1 training people like TRICIA1000 are able to give you --- Frosty



PLEASE FOLKS THIS IS NOT A GENERAL OPEN RIDE -IF YOU WANNA SHOW OFF YOUR MONO SKILLS DO IT ANOTHER NIGHT

[Disco Dan]

If you think you can lend your experience and expertise on these rides please feel free to come along... the more the merrier!!

[hellnback]

What! Is it compulsory that all midweek Auckland runs are anagrams!! :dodge:

Sounds like a great idea though - I'll be along for a couple.

[Morcs]

we'll have a ride for everyday of the week soon...

which isnt a bad thing by all means:rockon:

[Keystone19]

This is a great idea guys, I'll do everything I can to help.

[crashe]

A great idea........... if I can, I will be there to help out.....

[xxblackbirdxx]

Got a learners bike for the missus Will make sure to grab that and come along for the ride to help out and enjoy the thrill of riding a little 100cc 2 stroke.

[ManDownUnder]

Yes.

I can't promise every time, but I'll make the effort to be there for most

[Qkchk]

You can put me down for this one. :yeah:

[Disco Dan]

Cheers everyone that has offered their expertise and help so far!

Next wednesday (13th) will be first ride, if anyone has any suggestions on what they would like the mentors to cover... post it up or PM me.

[Jonny Rotten]

can i be a mentor???? hahaha if not im still keen to come along

[FROSTY]

um good idea --er but 6.00 is a tadd early for this bloke

[Ixion]

Is this still on? Or has it been subsumed into something else ?

[slinky]

Cheers everyone that has offered their expertise and help so far!

Next wednesday (13th) will be first ride, if anyone has any suggestions on what they would like the mentors to cover... post it up or PM me.

im keen to come.
approaching the corner?? i.e. position and breaking.

[xwhatsit]

Damnit! Wish my bike was up and running. Would've loved to have come along on this... need all the riding tips I can get.

And I'm going to miss the next month's ride as well, will be overseas! Fark.

Have fun guys, hope you all learn a lot, and thanks to the mentors for helping us n00bs out.

[Disco Dan]

I think a few of you need to check your watches... it is the 6th today.

First ride is 13th

...which is NEXT WEDNESDAY.

flipping eck lads... hehe

[Disco Dan]

Ok just clicked onto the possible confusion...

As this is first ride, when Frosty and I organised this he indicated to me that this wednesday (today) would be tricky for him. So made the first AWNMR next week. the 13th.

The next rides will be first wed of jan, first wed of feb, etc etc

[slinky]

Ok just clicked onto the possible confusion...

As this is first ride, when Frosty and I organised this he indicated to me that this wednesday (today) would be tricky for him. So made the first AWNMR next week. the 13th.

The next rides will be first wed of jan, first wed of feb, etc etc

if there is good turnout. you think it would be possible to do 2 per month
say.. the first and third wednesday of each month??

[Morcs]

Ill probably be there, just to annoy everyone. Or do burnouts.

[Disco Dan]

if there is good turnout. you think it would be possible to do 2 per month
say.. the first and third wednesday of each month??

I would imagine so, it depends on the turnout as well as the availability of the mentors...

Will see how it goes...

[Blondini]

I would love to be there,just let me get out of my road first .....:love: :yes: I got up to 50 k today and then thought heeeee heeeee best put it away til the morning.

[crashe]

I would love to be there,just let me get out of my road first .....:love: :yes: I got up to 50 k today and then thought heeeee heeeee best put it away til the morning.

Well done......:yes:

I will be back around to give you more 'lessons' next week once I am back from Wellington.......:yes:

[Blondini]

Well done......:yes:

I will be back around to give you more 'lessons' next week once I am back from Wellington.......:yes:

COOOOOL Can we go out of the road ?can we? can we ?Huh ?

[crashe]

COOOOOL Can we go out of the road ?can we? can we ?Huh ?

But you have already been out on the road........ your street/cul de sac is a road...... :whistle:

Yep we will venture further afield...... and no I aint gonna tell you where......
Tis gonna be a surprise.......... a nice surprise.......

[Blondini]

I want to get out of my road so I can go on one of these rides.:yes:

[Big Dog]

Thanks Disco Dan for the link I believe I will try to be there.

[crashe]

I want to get out of my road so I can go on one of these rides.:yes:

Well, we will do that as soon as I am back from Wellington...

patience grasshopper patience.



PS: pm me the days you are free................ so then I will be around on those days.
In the meantime you have got to practise and practise what you have so far been taught.
:dodge:

[Blondini]

[QUOTE=crashe;851422]Well, we will do that as soon as I am back from Wellington...

patience grasshopper patience
Sounds like a challenge to me.....surprise crashe by the time she gets back.....

[FROSTY]

guys n gals--This is one fantastic idea BUT
the only way it will work is being a one on one situation with NO pressure from a group ride.
The dynamics of group riding just doesnt work for this situation
As such I think setting out in pairs--instructor /student at say 2.0 minute intervals going the same route will be fine
one thought would be to swap students at a designated half way point
a different prospective may help

[crashe]

Sounds like a challenge to me.....surprise crashe by the time she gets back.....

oi I am watching you........:whistle:

[FROSTY]

julie--go hard or go home girlie

[Blondini]

julie--go hard or go home girlie

Oi..girlie????? you will keep.:yes: I am keen on this mentor idea though:baby:

[hedgier1]

Julie you will probably have to wait for the Moped to warm up first. hehehe Then she would probably have to try to keep up with you. No offence crashe. hehehe

[crashe]

Julie you will probably have to wait for the Moped to warm up first. hehehe Then she would probably have to try to keep up with you. No offence crashe. hehehe

OI YOU..........
just you wait til I see you next......

[slinky]

guys n gals--This is one fantastic idea BUT
the only way it will work is being a one on one situation with NO pressure from a group ride.
The dynamics of group riding just doesnt work for this situation
As such I think setting out in pairs--instructor /student at say 2.0 minute intervals going the same route will be fine
one thought would be to swap students at a designated half way point
a different prospective may help

if ther is not enough instructors even setting off in peers student/student could be ok, and then on a break, the peer discusses with an instructor on which skill/technique was being focused on?

[Disco Dan]

if ther is not enough instructors even setting off in peers student/student could be ok, and then on a break, the peer discusses with an instructor on which skill/technique was being focused on?

Sounds good, Im sure we can nut it out on the day; will see how many mentors turn up and how many newbies are there etc...

impossible to pair everyone up on here until we know for sure numbers coming next week.

great feedback.. keep it coming...

[Disco Dan]

I vote for cornering tips!!! :innocent:

[FROSTY]

I vote dan for fence building tips

[Kittyhawk]

mmm I have great advice for everyone - get leg warmers which match the colour of your bike and then you'll all look fabulous!!!

:Punk: Might come along, will see closer to the time.

[slinky]

I vote dan for fence building tips

harsh words.. lol

Did you take out a fence dan?

[Morcs]

This Mentor idea would be good on the track too. Im trying to get Brian Deadman to give me some trackday mentoring :second:

Ill be there on wednesday, although ill probably do my own ride, or chat up any chicks that are in the vicinity.

[Disco Dan]

This Mentor idea would be good on the track too. Im trying to get Brian Deadman to give me some trackday mentoring :second:

Ill be there on wednesday, although ill probably do my own ride, or chat up any chicks that are in the vicinity.

hehe nice one :P

...leave the red heads to me ay? :innocent: :Punk: :Punk:

[ManDownUnder]

hehe nice one :P

...leave the red heads to me ay? :innocent: :Punk: :Punk:
Let's start with braking and cornering shall we??

ok - right hand... extand fingers and squezong on that lever thingy... that's your front brake. It helps you slow enough to successfully negotiate a corner.

The back brake will help too, but one thing at a time...

ok... now we've slowed sufficiently... cornering. Right handers seem to be topical...

[silverado]

Good on you

[Qkchk]

Hmmm it seems that some people think they are going to get mentored by a race rep or something - Can we clarify who's this training group is for DD? I was under the impression it was designed for newbs........Learners and Restricted class holders etc...

PS Weather looks great for this weds! :niceone:

[Disco Dan]

Hmmm it seems that some people think they are going to get mentored by a race rep or something - Can we clarify who's this training group is for DD? I was under the impression it was designed for newbs........Learners and Restricted class holders etc...

PS Weather looks great for this weds! :niceone:

Cheers for that, yeah here goes...

This ride is directed towards newbies - those just starting out, been riding for a little while etc.

if you want to learn the best racing line, or how to go the fastest... go see FROSTY! he runs a track day... go and check it out please!

[Disco Dan]

Show of hands for this wednesday.....

Please state Newbie or mentor!

[Big Dog]

Show of hands for this wednesday.....

Please state Newbie or mentor!
Mentor: only interested in handing down survival skills.
Racing lines belong on the track.
If you wanna know how to take a corner safely with maximum visibility look for me Wednesday....

[Blondini]

God willing ....I will be there.Any Idea on times?Oh yeah newbie:yes:

[white belt]

I'll be there as a newbie. Looking forward to it.

[FROSTY]

ill be there as a newbee--can someone teach me about corners n stuff ?

[tide]

Count me in... Newbie... :scooter:

Deon

[vamr]

I'll be there. Newbie.

Looks like rain on wednesday but what's new.

[Big Dog]

ill be there as a newbee--can someone teach me about corners n stuff ?

Pull the other one!

[WRT]

Hi Dan, if it looks like you wont have enough Mentors, send me a PM I can come along and help out.

[Keystone19]

ill be there as a newbee--can someone teach me about corners n stuff ?

Yeah, I'll teach ya Frosty...

Hey Dan, I'm really sorry, I won't be able to make it this Wednesday, unfortunately I have to be in Wellington. I was really looking forward to this too.

Will be dead keen to make it to the next one.

And for what it's worth, I don't teach race lines on the road. I ride on the track to do that stuff.

[ManDownUnder]

ill be there as a newbee--can someone teach me about corners n stuff ?

No worries. I'll help you with braking too but you need to get those fork seals done first

[Blondini]

Well sorry people but it seems I have offended my mentor..sorry I did not mean that to sound that way:love: I am really keen to learn all that I can sooooo even though OFFICIALY I have a mentor...Can I please still come?My dearest mentor crashe may be coming or not ,just say if It is not ok thats all good:yes:

[crashe]

Well sorry people but it seems I have offended my mentor..sorry I did not mean that to sound that way:love: I am really keen to learn all that I can sooooo even though OFFICIALY I have a mentor...Can I please still come?My dearest mentor crashe may be coming or not ,just say if It is not ok thats all good:yes:

Ya silly buggar......... :rofl:
Dont forget to blardy practise in ya street... I is a watching you...:yes:

Julie - Message for you: Hey I got a phone call back re this morning's incident...
They (the company) sent there apologies to you.
Someone is in deep deep poo. Good job aye.

[placidfemme]

I'm keen to come along on Wednesday...

May be me riding... may be Sam...

If its me... I'm not really a newbie (can get my full next week) but would still be keen on some mentoring in regards to cornering... and emergency braking (didn't wanna say that lol incase you make me brake hard and drop my bike lol... but oh well... gotta learn or something aye). I don't feel confident enough to be a mentor...

If its Sam riding... she can also get her Full next week... but has less riding experince (in terms of time frame... due to multiple crashes etc) and in regards to riding a 250 (as opposed to the FXR150). So newbie in her case... but dunno how keen she will be to come... will confirm tomorrow

[Qkchk]

Good point Dan, I was going to ask 'who' and 'how many' were going to turn up. If there isn't must interest I'd be out on the boat fishing.........

So how many 'newbs' do we have? And how many Mentors do we require? I'll be a bit pissed if I turn up and no-one is there..........would of cost me a snapper. :yeah:

[Disco Dan]

Looking good, about even ratio of one newb to one mentor so far...

[Qkchk]

If its windy I'll be there otherwise the fishing rod calls...........Qkkid needs a deckhand.. :wari:

Will let you know Weds arvo.

[WRT]

If its windy I'll be there otherwise the fishing rod calls...........Qkkid needs a deckhand.. :wari:

Will let you know Weds arvo.

Well, we wouldnt want you to miss out . . . so I'll fill in and be the deck hand if you like! Although, thinking about it, just what "duties" exactly does Qkkid require of his deck hands? If he's expecting to be doing any Jolly Rogering or getting anyone to "walk the plank" then I'll be jumping ship . . . but I think Indy's qualified for that sort of thing being a navy boy and all.

[Disco Dan]

OK assuming that everyone that said they are coming actually turns up...

I counted 12 newbies and 5 mentors

Weather forecast looks a little grim, 50/50 chance of rain at the mo... ...will keep you updated!

[slinky]

i rode for about 2 years, and then haven't ridden for the passed year n half.
been back on a bike bout a month.
so i might be some where in between newbie and mentor.
but i don't know if what i do (how i ride) is correct.

[R6_kid]

i rode for about 2 years, and then haven't ridden for the passed year n half.
been back on a bike bout a month.
so i might be some where in between newbie and mentor.
but i don't know if what i do (how i ride) is correct.

Did you do much open road riding back when you had the CBR? Either way take your time bro, lots of bike there in that new blade of yours!

[Qkchk]

Ok so we aint fishing tmrw now - Qkkid had a change of plan........... I will be there Weather Permitting! :niceone: :wari:

[DMNTD]

Show of hands for this wednesday.....
Please state Newbie or mentor!

I'll "pop" down weather/commitments pending....

Mentor

[placidfemme]

So so ya'll know... Sam and I won't be coming... I've got a killer sore throat and Sam... is lazy lol

Have fun and we'll catch you on the next mentor night :)

[Blondini]

Dear lord...please keep the rain away for tonight amen:yes:

[LilSel]

It's just started raining quite a bit out these ways (Greenlane/Penrose)...
Just rushed outside n moved bike around the back undercover. Bugger!!

[Disco Dan]

Fingers crossed, toes crossed and paws crossed...

[ManDownUnder]

'ang about - this is on or not?

[LilSel]

Im crossing mine!! :)

I blew my car up again last night :eek5: :scratch:.

Am keen to learn from the mentors :yes:

[slinky]

Fingers crossed, toes crossed and paws crossed...

am guessing the greeny blue part is rain/crap weather??

[Disco Dan]

its on assuming its dry....

[Blairos]

Its a fairly weak band of drizzle/rain - looks like its moved on already :ride:

[Disco Dan]

Looks good folks :yes: :yes: :yes:

[ManDownUnder]

Looks good folks :yes: :yes: :yes:

Yeah but it's only 3 o'clock... give it 1/2 an hour

[DMNTD]

I definitely won't be there tonight due to time constraints put upon me but I will be riding with 3 or 4 newbies over in Dargiville this evening and hope to be able to pass on some constructive advice again.

Enjoy all and remember newbies...the rest of us didn't learn what we know overnight.

[WRT]

I can act as a mentor if you are short on numbers? Or as a TEC if required.

[ManDownUnder]

...the rest of us didn't learn what we know overnight.


'tis a bloody good point. Class time and road time should never be confused.

[LilSel]

I dont think im gonna make it now :bye: sad thing is that I even wrote it on my calendar..!! Just got a call from the mechanics saying my car is ready to be picked up... so I have to shoot home after work @ 5, drop bike off... then get a ride to the workshop to pick car up... all in peak hour & in east auckland... bugger!! wrong side of town!

[Hellraiser]

...the rest of us didn't learn what we know overnight.

Aaaah crap and i thought we could just download it like in the Matrix?

[slinky]

Aaaah crap and i thought we could just download it like in the Matrix?

Im sure 'they' are working on it

[klingon]

I would have loved to have come along but even getting to Shell Westgate is beyond my abilities at the moment! give me a few more weeks and I'll be ready to head out on one of these rides. Great idea, by the way.

[ManDownUnder]

I would have loved to have come along but even getting to Shell Westgate is beyond my abilities at the moment! give me a few more weeks and I'll be ready to head out on one of these rides. Great idea, by the way.

Where are you?

Anyone else coming in from that direction?

[Blondini]

Dear lord...please keep the rain away for tonight amen:yes:

Thanks again:yes: :innocent: :banana: :jerry: :ride:

[Blondini]

I dont think im gonna make it now :bye: sad thing is that I even wrote it on my calendar..!! Just got a call from the mechanics saying my car is ready to be picked up... so I have to shoot home after work @ 5, drop bike off... then get a ride to the workshop to pick car up... all in peak hour & in east auckland... bugger!! wrong side of town!

Tell them you will get it tomorrow:yes:

[LilSel]

Tell them you will get it tomorrow:yes:

LOL.... I need it tomorrow, going to hamilton after work... then to rotorua friday after work... wanna give her a run later on tonight to make sure that Im not going to blow another coil as I dont want that to happen when doing a road trip. (blown two coils in 3 days....!?!?!? smoke coming outta vent on bonnet where the air goes for the turbo?! etc... *shrug*... not very nice to see/smell lol)
I will still try and make it! depends on how the traffic along Ti Rakau Dr. If I can get my car home early enough, getting to westgate doesnt take long. :)

[Ixion]

I know far too little about riding ,and that little wrong, to be so presumptuous as to advise others , in perpetuation of my own folly.

But, IF (big if) I can get away from werk in time to get there by 7, I and Der Uberfharter will lend what assistance we can, if nothing else to stop the local idiots riding up peoples tail ends. Few cagers are game to try any smart shit with the Uberfharter.

[Qkchk]

Will definately be there tonight - was hopeful to get a new front tyre fitted today but it hasnt arrived at the bike shop, so a fresh new tyre for the ATNR....... :shit:

Weather looks awesome :sunny: up on the North Shore and the forecast said for rain before lunchtime then clearing to become fine............. and it has! :woohoo:

[Qkchk]

Hey DD,

Did you tell the newbies that the required payment for our time is 1 Handle of Speights? ;)

[Disco Dan]

hehehe fantastic :P

Just got back from testing my cam out, all good to go folks...

:done: :done: :done:

[WickedOne]

I'll probably come along with Jacs.

[Donor]

Ack... so far...

[Disco Dan]

Thanks WRT for escorting Klingon to this... :done:

[klingon]

Where are you?

Anyone else coming in from that direction?

Oooo Ooooh can I have an escort? With lights and sirens and stuff?
I'm In Mt Albert, just off Carrington Road. I'm not ready to go on the motorway yet so it might be a slow one.

UPDATE: I just got an offer of an escort! See all you other newbies there!

[ManDownUnder]

Oooo Ooooh can I have an escort? With lights and sirens and stuff?
I'm In Mt Albert, just off Carrington Road. I'm not ready to go on the motorway yet so it might be a slow one.

UPDATE: I just got an offer of an escort! See all you other newbies there!

good stuff - there and then all.. I'll be the one closer to 7:00... little people to read stories to before I go out
MDU

[LilSel]

I just got home from work... waiting for mum to pick me up to go get my car... then back home then see what the time is lol if ample time then back on the bike n head out. :rockon:

[Blondini]

See you all soon:yes: :scooter:

[Jonny Rotten]

i could do with some metoring......then ill be way better than buddyL

[WickedOne]

See you turkeys there

[klingon]

Well that was the most fun you can have with....

No, wait....

Ok that was just a lot of fun! Thanks everyone - WRT for being my escort (and wearing a tie for the occasion) Frosty for the new clutch lever :shutup: Mack for telling me EXACTLY what I did wrong, and all the rest of you for your help, advice, pats on the back etc.

I did my first lane-splitting, my first ride on the motorway, my longest ride ever (by far) and my first lying down on the road with my bike on top of me (just to see what it felt like, you understand). I hope to repeat all but one of those experiences many times in the future.

[FROSTY]

And the lane splitting would be the one thing??:innocent:

[Disco Dan]

Very impressed with the turnout folks, thank you to all who came.. was a great meeting!

I got to practice making skidmarks with my rear tyre too :innocent:

So pleased it went so well!

Any thoughts for changes (if any) for next month?

Keep practicing ya'all and look forward to seeing you all next month!

[FROSTY]

yea 2 changes----fix yer front forks --and get rid of choc bars in the practice area

[Blondini]

A big THANK YOU:yes: To all of you that turned up ,You guys and girls never cease to amaze me...In such a short time I have met some of the most giving people in a long time.Thanks for your time and patience.MY love to you all:love: I actually really enjoyed riding in the dark .Frosty...... you owe me a drink :dodge: Here goes another sleepless night going over it all in my head:nono: :zzzz: :bleh: :banana: :2thumbsup That was so cool and you showed me a new road in my back yard so I will be practising.....Can we do this more often than monthly.....?:grouphug:

[Disco Dan]

yea 2 changes----fix yer front forks --and get rid of choc bars in the practice area

aww thats where my chocolate bar went ? ...nice chocolaty skidmark by the way!

My pitch fork? salad fork? tuning fork? :dodge:

[Disco Dan]

Can we do this more often than monthly.....?:grouphug:

Thanks for that Julie, will discuss with the mentors about it... Watch thid space :yes:

[zeocen]

Sounds like everyone had a great time, I think next time it's around I'll brave the motorway and sneak over there to get my learnin' on!

Good to hear it was a happy success, congrats all! And much love to mentors!

[Big Dog]

Thank you to everyone who turned up.
I had a good time, and it is funny how much you catch yourself out doing when you are trying to critique someone else.

Thank you to the experienced hands for taking the time to share the knowledge you spent years earning.

Thank you to all the rookies who took the time to swallow their pride and open their minds to what was on offer. We are all rookies to someone and it takes guts to say I don't know I need help.

Also good effort with keeping ego's in check and riding your own ride. It was nice not having a group ride turn into a race.

[zeocen]

Ack... so far...

Maybe next time we can meet up somewhere and I can follow you there! :not:

[crashe]

One tip for ALL newbies to remember.... well ok for any rider.

Keep your visor down when riding... even at slower speeds.

You know it aint nice to have the biggest humungous bug get a bullseye in your eyeball... damn it still hurts..

A good turn out and I reckon lots was learnt.....
Everyone did very well....

Cheers MDU for the wedges..... they were yummy..
Cheers Julie for the coke... I managed to not loose mine off the table.. aye Frosty.


So you all know what you have to do now...

PRACTISE, PRACTISE and PRACTISE...............

[FROSTY]

On a serious note
I think we found the perfect carpark for the braking session
I guess it depends if we want to make it a structured deal or
just keep it free and easy
I think the carpark as a meetup/departure point is perfect--less traffic pressure
Id also hate for it to turn into a group ride -I think 1 on 1 is the best bet for a newbee

[crashe]

On a serious note
I think we found the perfect carpark

Yep even that lovely copper from the serious crash unit thought so as well...
Once he checked us all out :whistle:


Then afterwards we headed to Missy Q for a quiet drink etc... and he shows up again.... :rofl:

[Blondini]

Yep even that lovely copper from the serious crash unit thought so as well...
Once he checked us all out :whistle:


Then afterwards we headed to Missy Q for a quiet drink etc... and he shows up again.... :rofl:

Thanks for the escort home Did you see that bike overtake me .....:yes: :no: :stupid: :laugh: Aw no it wasn't that was my shadow..Hope all is well

[Blondini]

On a serious note
I think we found the perfect carpark for the braking session
I guess it depends if we want to make it a structured deal or
just keep it free and easy
I think the carpark as a meetup/departure point is perfect--less traffic pressure
Id also hate for it to turn into a group ride -I think 1 on 1 is the best bet for a newbee

I think this is a good idea as to do LOTS more practice in the car park I still have not got it anywhere near right,like someone said to me it is easy to do the throttle,saving yourself well thats what we have to learn even learning safest wayto fall would be useful

[Ixion]

yea 2 changes----fix yer front forks --and get rid of choc bars in the practice area

That was my dinner you ruthlessly pounded into the tarmac! You were supposed to show them how to BRAKE - thus AVOIDING crushing the choc bar! Not plow relentlessly on and crush it to a smear beneath your juggernaut wheels of doom! That choc bar might have been an old lady, say like Crashe.

[Blondini]

That was my dinner you ruthlessly pounded into the tarmac! You were supposed to show them how to BRAKE - thus AVOIDING crushing the choc bar! Not plow relentlessly on and crush it to a smear beneath your juggernaut wheels of doom! That choc bar might have been an old lady, say like Crashe.
Sorry I was hoping to meet you or did I ,glad you made it.

[Ixion]

Yes, we spoke.(I think - if you were the slimish blonde) I was the dude in the fluoro vest.

[FROSTY]

LMAO ixion --well I was demonstrating how slipper it coould be in a hard braking situation-

[Blondini]

Yes, we spoke.(I think - if you were the slimish blonde) I was the dude in the fluoro vest.

AHhh slimish i like that It just my big fat leathers.Thanks I was waiting for you to swoop on the cars:yes:

[slinky]

Big thanks to all the mentors!!
cheers for giving up ur time to come n help out! its much appreciated.
Breaking was a great idea! i cant say that i wud have ever gone out on my own to a carpark and practiced breaking myself. - was a bit nervous with the heavier bike, just wish i had done something like this when i was starting out.
hope to see everyone again next time!

[tide]

A BIG THANK YOU to the Mentors for giving up some time to teach us Newbs a thing or two much appreciated... :Punk: :clap: :2thumbsup

and to Disco Dan for organizing... :rockon:

[white belt]

What a wonderful bunch of people. Thank you everyone for giving up your evening to pass on a bit of knowledge to us newbies. I learnt a lot - so much more to learn.
the braking practice and the ride around the block were excellent and the ride on the back of the R1 was awesome!

Thanks Frosty and my Mentor ((TEC) sorry didn't get your name) for reorganising my handlebars - much more comfortable for the ride home.

Thanks Qkchk for the awesome R1 ride and the escort home (bloody Asians, driving on the wrong side of the road!)

You all deserve much more than a pint of beer. Everyone have a good Christmas and hope to see everyone again on both the Wednesday and Thursday nights ride.

[WRT]

A good effort I thought, few good things learnt by all (including the organisers). Perhaps next time we should do group introductions at the start, as most of us seemed a bit shy on that front, myself included.

DiscoDan - good on you for organising the whole thing.
Klingon - well done for getting back on the bike and right back into it, was good to see you heading down the mway. Good pace, good road position, excellent to see.
Julie - great to see you progress so far in such a short time! You were braking much harder by the end of the session.
The lady on the ZXR - you were braking so hard you had the back wheel waving round in the air!
The lady on the Hyosung - Standout effort of the night I thought, you had that thing stopping on a dime.
The guy on the Hyosung - good progression too, you were looking more comfortable with each pass.
Frosty - Good on you for changing the clutch lever, and for taking charge of the event.
Ixion, Qkchk, MDU, Mack, BigDog, Crashe and co - well done guys . . . it was good to see everyone progressing (and enjoying themselves) under your tuition and encouragement.

[slinky]

A BIG THANK YOU to the Mentors for giving up some time to teach us Newbs a thing or two much appreciated... :Punk: :clap: :2thumbsup

and to Disco Dan for organizing... :rockon:

presuming that was you i came up next to thismorning on the motorway????
sorry if i startled you, i thought you had seen me coming.

[ManDownUnder]

yea 2 changes----fix yer front forks --and get rid of choc bars in the practice area

Yeah - take 'em to Frosty's place... you guys can both work on your forks...

[tide]

presuming that was you i came up next to thismorning on the motorway????
sorry if i startled you, i thought you had seen me coming.

Yep it was... nope you didn't, just didn't realise who it was till you where right next to me... :Punk:

[crashe]

That choc bar might have been an old lady, say like Crashe.

Now look here OLD MAN.......... :whistle:

Actually I thought Frosty crapped himself on that first braking demonstration... :rofl:


Seriously everyone did so well...
See you all at the next session....

Oh and dont forget to PRACTISE, PRACTISE and PRACTISE.

[ManDownUnder]

I'm not sure if I can make the next one...

Low/Highlights of my night... in this order

Meeting a lot of new faces. Always cool
Going for a blat about the place - again... always cool

... then things kinda turned sour

Kinda stoppie on the RF - (Mission Impossible Music here)... rear wheel up and ... well... I need to go fix that dent in the tarmac. All for a 3 or 4mm stoppie...

Heavy braking on the RF, front wheel hits white paint and the bars do a left and a right and a left and a right... stopped ok though

Afterwards for a beer... Mack grabbed by arse, not a brush, or an accident - we're talking ahandful here! Kinda scary but at least he let go and I was intact (Mack - you should have sen the face of the woman to my left!)

Frosty planted a 30 second kiss on the cheek as he left.

... not sure about this newbie crowd. Thank God there were young ones to keep us in check. Things could have gotten all carried away

[WRT]

Frosty planted a 30 second kiss on the cheek as he left.


I hope you're not still talking about your arse here . . .

[ManDownUnder]

I hope you're not still talking about your arse here . . .

No. Thanks for your concern *DING*

"NEXT TOPIC!"

[slinky]

[QUOTE=

... not sure about this newbie crowd. [/QUOTE]

wat you mean by that :(

[ManDownUnder]

wat you mean by that :(

Was tongue in cheek - just saying the Mentors were the ones causing trouble on the day.

Serious note - I was very impressed with the attitude of those coming along for the lesson. I know a couple of you weren't comfortable riding to and from the venue, and some of you pushed things to a point where you were starting to get a bit edgy about it. Tide, Klingon, and Blondini are three that come to mind straight away - that's not to belittle the efforts of others.

A couple of things that have helped me - and still do...

When stopping - practice keeping your feet on the pegs till you've come to a complete stop. It's a simple game, great for balance and you can do it on every ride. Obviously - if you need to put them down sooner... do it. Pride's cheaper than a new mirror...

Practice keeping those lines on the road. RH Wheeltrack, and own your space on the road. It's the vehicular equivalent of "muscling your way down the footpath". Keep your line and stay safe. Be courteous by all means, but don't move left and right to allow others to do what they want. You are a valid road user, just as they are... sometimes they have to wait.

Riding in groups. Stagger and stay in touch. The only time you kinda "lose formation" is around a corner when the best line takes priority. This means you need to be far enough back to swing in behind the rider in front... and you should be far enough back to do that anyway. Stay in the mirror of the person you're following. The person behind you should be in your mirror. The rest of the group will look after itself.

I think that's it, but if there are questions or stuff to practice between now and then... feel free to ask, and feel free to practice.

:niceone:
MDU aka Nigel

[slinky]

Was tongue in cheek - just saying the Mentors were the ones causing trouble on the day.

haha oic.
cringed when i saw you were gonna hit the breaks over the white lines!!

[Disco Dan]

Mentors were the ones causing trouble on the day.

hehe, cheers for the tips mate! did your wife ntice the lipstick on your cheeck? :dodge: :dodge: :dodge: :dodge:

[ManDownUnder]

haha oic.
cringed when i saw you were gonna hit the breaks over the white lines!!

Scary part is that I didn't notice. I was looking at too much stuff at once - my bad.

It is not something I'd advocate, and even with ??? a lot of years riding/experience it's not something I'm confident of getting away with. White paint's slippery shit and what happens after you start to slip is anyone's guess.

[Mrs Busa Pete]

A great idea........... if I can, I will be there to help out.....

crash will be incharge of slow speed riding :scooter: maybe the great maha man can help her

[slinky]

Scary part is that I didn't notice. I was looking at too much stuff at once - my bad.

It is not something I'd advocate, and even with ??? a lot of years riding/experience it's not something I'm confident of getting away with. White paint's slippery shit and what happens after you start to slip is anyone's guess.

another thing that is simliar to the white lines, possibly only in the wet though
is the smooth black stuff they fill cracks with, its usually just one line about 10 cm wide. and how ever many meters long
but they are terribly slippery in the wet, and often you don't see them at low light. (night time along with rain)
havn't fallen off when riding over them, but have had the back wheel spin, and then re grip once back on the hard road again.
just something to be aware of, as it puts you off balance/catches you out. and the bike could easily slide out from under you.

[The Stranger]

When stopping - practice keeping your feet on the pegs till you've come to a complete stop. It's a simple game, great for balance and you can do it on every ride. Obviously - if you need to put them down sooner... do it. Pride's cheaper than a new mirror...


Just reinforcing that point.
There is a lot of weight in your legs. You move them around i.e. go to put them down, and it unsettles the bike.
Whilst they are on the pegs the weight is both controlled and low.
If you find you get wobbly at low speed, hence tend to put your feet down, look long. Look to the vanishing point or horizon or vehicle in front's roof line etc.

[Maha]

the great maha man


I AM FAMOUS........:Punk:

[crashe]

I AM FAMOUS........:Punk:


But
NOT
as
FAMOUS
as
ME !!





hehehehehehehehe:dodge:

[Maha]

But
NOT
as
FAMOUS
as
ME !!





hehehehehehehehe:dodge:

Working on it crashe....Working on it, dont look back.......:blip:

[ManDownUnder]

But

NOT
as
INFAMOUS
as
ME !!



That's coz he keeps his hands on the handlebars...

[Disco Dan]

I took a quick video clip on my cellphone and a picture last night...

Enjoy...



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Pretty nasty quality im afraid, but will build a new bracket for my camera and will be able to post much better video next month!

[Maha]

I took a quick video clip on my cellphone and a picture last night.


Looks like the makings of a stopeeeeee on the 2nd attempt, and is that crashe i can hear?......:gob:

[ManDownUnder]

Looks like the makings of a stopeeeeee on the 2nd attempt, and is that crashe i can hear?......:gob:

Yes and yes.

[Maha]

Yes and yes.

Yeah i did get a glimps of her shoulder then spoted the jacket then heard the voice then knew it was her. Did i use the word 'then' alot just then?....:innocent:

[ManDownUnder]

Did i use the word 'then' alot just then?....:innocent:

Every now and then, yes.

Yup - we had Ma out there marshalling the troops because the rest of us couldn't work out a way to politely ask her to relax and go with the flow.

Blondini did a couple of commendable stoppies on that 150 too... very good job :niceone:

[crashe]

Every now and then, yes.

Yup - we had Ma out there marshalling the troops because the rest of us couldn't work out a way to politely ask her to relax and go with the flow.

Blondini did a couple of commendable stoppies on that 150 too... very good job :niceone:

Ma.........!

I am 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa' to one person on this site my boy and it aint you.....:whistle:
(((((((((((HUGS))))))))))) 'son' (inlinefour) from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'


Nah mate you were just standing around.... gawking at the girls riding their bikes... so I figured to get your mind back on track, was to give you some work to do... good honest work... !

[Big Dog]

What a wonderful bunch of people. Thank you everyone for giving up your evening to pass on a bit of knowledge to us newbies. I learnt a lot - so much more to learn.
the braking practice and the ride around the block were excellent and the ride on the back of the R1 was awesome!

Thanks Frosty and my Mentor ((TEC) sorry didn't get your name) for reorganising my handlebars - much more comfortable for the ride home.

Thanks Qkchk for the awesome R1 ride and the escort home (bloody Asians, driving on the wrong side of the road!)

You all deserve much more than a pint of beer. Everyone have a good Christmas and hope to see everyone again on both the Wednesday and Thursday nights ride.

Hope you didn't mind, when I saw the way that white car crowded you I decided to follow you and back them off, what the hell as good a reason as any to go for a ride.

I was pleased to see such a marked improvement in your lines, your lane presence, and your body position.
You looked much more experienced right off.
The levers have obviously done you wonders, your elbow was no longer cocked and you were a lot smoother going in to corners and you were gassing it nicely coming out!:clap: :clap:

[Big Dog]

A BIG THANK YOU to the Mentors for giving up some time to teach us Newbs a thing or two much appreciated... :Punk: :clap: :2thumbsup

and to Disco Dan for organizing... :rockon:
Other than the brake testing I did not catch much of your riding till the way home, but you made some great improvements during the braking.
Your stop flattened out and shortened up nicely once you finally relaxed your shoulders and elbows well done:rockon:

[Big Dog]

Thanks for the escort home Did you see that bike overtake me .....:yes: :no: :stupid: :laugh: Aw no it wasn't that was my shadow..Hope all is well
Confidence will be the key here I think, the levels of improvement from scared to try the braking drill to full on stoppie in one night?:gob:
Apply that dedication to the other basics and you will be a very good rider in time.

[Blondini]

Confidence will be the key here I think, the levels of improvement from scared to try the braking drill to full on stoppie in one night?:gob:
Apply that dedication to the other basics and you will be a very good rider in time.

Thanks .Much appreciated.:yes:

[Disco Dan]

The Next AWNMR appears to fall on 3rd January.

Thoughts on christmas period? will this date be too dificult for many people??

[Blondini]

The Next AWNMR appears to fall on 3rd January.

Thoughts on christmas period? will this date be too dificult for many people??

Thats lots of sleeps away:baby: :crybaby:

[ManDownUnder]

The Next AWNMR appears to fall on 3rd January.

Thoughts on christmas period? will this date be too dificult for many people??

The 3rd or the 10th both suit me.

Topics:
Braking (again)
Road riding
Group/Pack riding

What else?
Balance
Controls
Manoeuvering

Mentors - suggestions?
Mentees - requests?

[Maha]

I wanna know how the hell can you eat an apple with ya helmet on while riding on the M/Way.....seen it done!

No i dont really wanna know how thats done....:whocares

AS YOU WERE:

[Disco Dan]

I wanna know how the hell can you eat an apple with ya helmet on while riding on the M/Way.....seen it done!
No i dont really wanna know how thats done...

Ive been trying to figure out how to smoke, talk on my cell phone, steer with my knees while reading the paper and drinking my coffee.... oh the bad habits you pick up driving a cage...:innocent:


Seriously though, I was very impressed with how this went; I would like to work on slow speed manuveres & cornering (not at the same time though!) - ie what gear, how high a revs, foot position, head position, and how to stop my nuts from dropping onto the road...

[slinky]

The Next AWNMR appears to fall on 3rd January.

Thoughts on christmas period? will this date be too dificult for many people??

i can't make that date, 10th is ok tho

[The Stranger]

i can't make that date, 10th is ok tho
Ditto.......

[Big Dog]

Any date is fine with me.

Most of the riders I saw could benifit from some:
* low speed drills.
* counter steering drills.
* "lines" for going around corners safely.

Most have the right idea but need to put it into practice.

[FROSTY]

The 3rd or the 10th both suit me.

Topics:
Braking (again)
Road riding
Group/Pack riding

What else?
Balance
Controls
Manoeuvering

Mentors - suggestions?
Mentees - requests?

Folks this went so well im thinking maybee having another one this wendsday night
I think we've stumbled onto a good formula --new skill to try--practice in the practice spot then take it to the road
I could front up in my van with cones n stuff

[SixPackBack]

I could front up in my van with cones n stuff

Drug use before the ride :shutup:

[Big Dog]

Folks this went so well im thinking maybee having another one this wendsday night
I think we've stumbled onto a good formula --new skill to try--practice in the practice spot then take it to the road
I could front up in my van with cones n stuff


I'm in and can provide escort from the shore if there are any other shore types that did not get in on Quick's group, provided you put your name down by monday night - no internet at work you know.

I leave work around 5 and can sort out to meet you on the shore, follow you home before going home myself.

Don't miss out on this golden opportunity "because Greenhithe is a little scary" . It's not far, everyone had a blast at the last one and all very low key.

[Lucy]

This sounds great, I would love to go, are you talking about this coming Wednesday (20 Dec)?

How long did the session last? If I am working I could possibly slip away, Greenhithe is quite close to work.

[tide]

Folks this went so well im thinking maybee having another one this wendsday night

Always keen... I'm in...

[FROSTY]

Righto then --this wendsday it is then

[R6_kid]

"because Greenhithe is a little scary"

the only thing that is scary about greenhithe is that i live there...

[Macktheknife]

Apologies all, I am having more surgery this Wednesday and cannot attend.

[WickedOne]

Apologies all, I am having more surgery this Wednesday and cannot attend.

All the best mate, let us know how it goes.

[klingon]

Apologies all, I am having more surgery this Wednesday and cannot attend.

MORE surgery?! Don't you think you've had your fair share of surgery already?! Please save some for the rest of us.

Oooh oooh and bring your broken titanium screw in a jar for us to admire. Do they let you keep them? Or do they re-use them for the next guy?

:Offtopic:

Ok back to the topic... I won't be able to make it either, until 10 Jan or later. It's a shame because I really want to drop my bike on the other side so Frosty can give me a shiny new brake lever as well.

[ManDownUnder]

It's a shame because I really want to drop my bike on the other side so Frosty can give me a shiny new brake lever as well.


Where do you live - I'll bring a hammer... LOL

Seriously though - enjoy the break. See you on the 10th

[crashe]

Ok back to the topic... I won't be able to make it either, until 10 Jan or later. It's a shame because I really want to drop my bike on the other side so Frosty can give me a shiny new brake lever as well.

Hey Frosty offered to give you one on the wed night ride.....
but you turned him down.. :whistle:

Have a good holiday.



Macktheknife - all the best.

[Disco Dan]

Folks this went so well im thinking maybee having another one this wendsday night
I think we've stumbled onto a good formula --new skill to try--practice in the practice spot then take it to the road
I could front up in my van with cones n stuff


Righto then --this wendsday it is then


Frosty, you are a farking legend :yes: Good onya :done:

[Blondini]

If I sleep before then I will be there,fancy dress for christmas ?A free beer to best decorated,com on Its christmas lets have some fun:love:

[Blondini]

Frosty, you are a farking legend :yes: Good onya :done:

He just want to see all the girls again aye frosty:dodge: :yes: :love:

[Disco Dan]

You read my mind... :shutup: :dodge:

So does that rep mean ya gunna buy me a beer then Julie? :innocent:

hehehe!

[Blondini]

This sounds great, I would love to go, are you talking about this coming Wednesday (20 Dec)?

How long did the session last? If I am working I could possibly slip away, Greenhithe is quite close to work.

Be cool to see you there.ride safe:yes:

[Blondini]

You read my mind... :shutup: :dodge:

So does that red rep mean ya gunna buy me a beer then Julie? :innocent:

hehehe!

Thanks Dislocated Dan now I have to tell them all how useless I am with computers and how I accidently pushed the button and then saw that the dot was in the wrong box but alas it was already on its way...If your bike is the best decorated then yes you and only you get 2 beers,and dont forget it was not me that knocked my beer off the table in front of everyone :innocent: Someone still owes me a stella no names mentioned ...:whistle: :bleh: :jerry: (except if you read back...):wavey: :grouphug:

[Macktheknife]

Oooh oooh and bring your broken titanium screw in a jar for us to admire. Do they let you keep them? Or do they re-use them for the next guy?
.

Sadly the screw is not what broke, the whole plate snapped in half and has moved considerably, this means I need a new plate put in and start the rehab all over again.
The plate will be sent off to the lab for testing to ascertain if there was a manufacturing fault or an installation fault. Apparently this has never happened with this surgeon before in 10 years of performing this procedure, so he is a bit bummed, nearly as much as me lol!
So my outlook for christmas is not as rosy as I had hoped and the new year is looking a bit blah too. However, I will be happy to do carpark work with anyone who wants it once the surgery has settled down, I can still yell at people and wave one arm!
Enjoy yourselves and have a good Christmas.
Mack

[Donor]

Maybe next time we can meet up somewhere and I can follow you there! :not:

YOU follow ME?

Don't follow me, I'm already lost!

[slinky]

Thanks to those who gave me sum advice on my forks (being too soft)....(im thinking it was big dog, and mack??)
stiffened it up and went for a quick lil ride round greenhithe, n it feels alot better.
am yet to go for a propper ride and try it out though.

[klingon]

Sadly the screw is not what broke, the whole plate snapped in half and has moved considerably, this means I need a new plate put in and start the rehab all over again.


And there I was thinking you only had a screw loose. Instead you must be half Greek or something to be breaking plates like that. Heal up well and I'll be calling you to give my carpark some training. Can you train it not to leap up and bite me please?

[Big Dog]

Thanks to those who gave me sum advice on my forks (being too soft)....(im thinking it was big dog, and mack??)
stiffened it up and went for a quick lil ride round greenhithe, n it feels alot better.
am yet to go for a propper ride and try it out though.Don't forget ixion

[slinky]

Don't forget ixion

oops! and ixion! Cheers mate!

MACK - wat'd you break?

[slinky]

if its on: i won't be ther 2nyt, but everyone who is goin... good luck n have fun.
Merry xmas and happy new year to everyone!

[Disco Dan]

Hiya all, hopefully the weather sorts its self out for us today!

Again can we please have a show of hands for tonight? So we have a rough idea of numbers.

[Keystone19]

I thought this was going to be a once a month thing or have I missed something?

[slinky]

I thought this was going to be a once a month thing or have I missed something?

Frostie said because it was such a good turn out and idea, that he is gona do it again tonight

[Disco Dan]

I thought this was going to be a once a month thing or have I missed something?


Frostie said because it was such a good turn out and idea, that he is gona do it again tonight

Thats right folks! :yes: :yes: :yes:

I would advise you all to keep an eye on the first post of this thread as it changes and is edited by Frosty and I when the need arises.

So tonght? Whos keen as a bean? :rockon:

[The Stranger]

If weather is reasonable I am in.

[tide]

Weather permitting I'm in... :scooter:

[klingon]

If weather is reasonable I am in.


Weather permitting I'm in... :scooter:

Don't be chickens! Last time Frosty said he wished the ground was wet so we could try some real emergency stops. Now's your chance! "weather permitting"?? Where's your committment? Your get-up-and-go?



I, unfortunately, have prior arrangements and cannot make it along tonight.:whistle:

[Lucy]

bugger bugger bugger bugger can't go now.

[FROSTY]

um its er all down to me being a selfish sod--actually Im away from christmas till 24/1/07
Beihg given the learn how to ride by the likes of terry fitzgerald and jason nairn all around the south islands race tracks

[Ixion]

Uh, so is it on tonight or not ?

[Disco Dan]

Looks good folks, thunderbirds are go at this stage!

[Disco Dan]

Not sure if FROSTY is in tonight, but CaN said hes coming so he can kiss Macktheknife for us instead...

[FROSTY]

um sorry for the confusion--ill be there -

[Disco Dan]

um sorry for the confusion--ill be there -

*puts pants back on* :done:

[Blondini]

Is it ok If I come for an hour I have to pick up a mates kids at 8?

[tide]

I gotta give tonight a skip, got problems at work :angry:

[mstriumph]

ok - i'm not into fulsome praise, this is heartfelt

just want to say this is a brilliant idea :Punk:
-something positive to towards safety
- bloody well done to whoever thought it up .. and to all mentors participating - i'm totally impressed!! :niceone:

:not: :not: :not: :not: :not: :not: :not: :not:

[FROSTY]

thank DD for the idea

[Blondini]

Thanks to the fellow kber who encouraged me to get out there tonight.You guys put in the effort for us And you guys and girls are appreciated for your time. ,so sorry I could not stay for long at all but I am glad I got there for a bit My head feels so much better.

[Big Dog]

Don't be chickens! Last time Frosty said he wished the ground was wet so we could try some real emergency stops. Now's your chance! "weather permitting"?? Where's your committment? Your get-up-and-go?



I, unfortunately, have prior arrangements and cannot make it along tonight.:whistle:

Would have been there any weather you will have to ride in the wet sooner or later, what are you going to do if all of your emergency avoidance practice is in the DRY!!!

[Big Dog]

Is it ok If I come for an hour I have to pick up a mates kids at 8?

Really, on the bike and an L at that?
Good on you for what you did come for.
Hope you felt you gained something.

[Blondini]

Really, on the bike and an L at that?
Good on you for what you did come for.
Hope you felt you gained something.

I gained so much more than you realise as frostys sig says .And I did hear what you said I tried on way home ooops safely always but I hear every word that you all say.. and thanks

[white belt]

Thanks again everyone, so much to learn and practice. You guys are a great resource and wonderful to give up your time for us. Anyone thinking about coming, make that first step and come to the next one, the advice that you will get is invaluable.

Everyone enjoy Christmas and hope that the weather improves for the holidays. Can't wait to do a few road trips.

[slinky]

so people. how was last night? what did you go over? sorry i cudn't make it.
was it a good turn out again?

[The Stranger]

so people. how was last night? what did you go over? sorry i cudn't make it.
was it a good turn out again?

Good - Yes (hey I was there)
Big - NO

[slinky]

what did you guys do this time?

[Blondini]

what did you guys do this time?

Counter steering and target fixation:yes: These mentors are a great bunch and know their stuff,I personally am grateful they are there to help in keeping our riding as safe as possible.:rockon:

[FROSTY]

Just a note here folks
We are a bunch of reasonably experienced riders who are happy to pass on our riding experience in an informal way
It will NEVER replace training from the likes of the Ride Safe course or the 1 on 1 training people like TRICIA1000 are able to give you

[Disco Dan]

Just a note here folks
We are a bunch of reasonably experienced riders who are happy to pass on our riding experience in an informal way
It will NEVER replace training from the likes of the Ride Safe course or the 1 on 1 training people like TRICIA1000 are able to give you

Exactly Frosty, just what we were talking about on wed ay!

Great to see everyone enjoys themselves on the sessions, hope to see you all; and more newbies next time!

Im off to paint my bike again now *groan* ...I figure, if its all shiny and 'new' I will be less inclined to aim for a fence again :innocent:

Keep practicing! And see you all next time!!

[Big Dog]

so people. how was last night? what did you go over? sorry i cudn't make it.
was it a good turn out again?

Excellent showing from the FEMALES!

Was a real laugh the lady on the forcourt trying to tell them to stop being pillions and start being riders :rofl:

Pity that less newbies turned out than Mentors.
Problem I saw with that was that the newbies struggled with all of the attention from the Mentors - Information overload.

[Disco Dan]

Problem I saw with that was that the newbies struggled with all of the attention from the Mentors - Information overload.

Kind of... did not seem a problem on first session. Its weird though... we had two 'very new nexbies' (no offence) and that was basically it?? Does that mean EVERYONE else on this site considers themselves 'experts' ? More would benifit, remember folks that these sessions can be tailored to your individual abilities - ie you been riding a year or so and want to improve on a particular aspect of your riding style? You picked up a few bad habits? Had a spill and need a confidence boost?

Im getting really good at knocking over all the cones now :yes: :yes: :yes:

Maybe next time I can knock them all over? :shutup:

[FROSTY]

yea DD--i noticed you were only keen to swerve when I stood right in front of ya--scared Id damage ya paint job hu?

[Disco Dan]

Suggestions welcome for first meet of 2007....

Frosty away till 24/1/7 I think

I was thinking the 10th of January - Show of hands whos keen please

[Blondini]

I will be there,:yes:

[Big Dog]

Suggestions welcome for first meet of 2007....

Frosty away till 24/1/7 I think

I was thinking the 10th of January - Show of hands whos keen please
I'm always in for a reason to shake the chin and go for a ride.

[white belt]

It looks like I will be at work at this stage - I'll let you know if anything changes.

I'll be sad to miss it - I let my partner go on my bike if he still hasn't got his back.

[Disco Dan]

Alrighty folks:


Next Meet - Wednesday 10th January

[Blondini]

hmmm dislocated dan I thought you said the 10th:dodge:

[Disco Dan]

hmmm dislocated dan I thought you said the 10th:dodge:

woops, my bad... sorted now!

[Big Dog]

Dan could I suggest that in the interest of sparking more interest that you start a new thread for that date and post a link to this thread so that people are not put off by needing to read 16 pages of posts but can if they want to.

[M1CRO]

As discussed Dan, I will be there :)

[Kittyhawk]

I'll come along for the drinkin at the end! And promise I wont practise the stoppies between the road cones!

[M1CRO]

I'll come along for the drinkin at the end! And promise I wont practise the stoppies between the road cones!
You bringing your reflectorised jacket? (well only half of it will show in the dark anyway) :rockon:

[Disco Dan]

On the scrounge for some cones folks till Frosty gets back...


Heres the calender thread to sign up your attendance: AWNMR Register (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1094&day=2007-1-10)

[WickedOne]

On the scrounge for some cones folks till Frosty gets back...


Heres the calender thread to sign up your attendance: AWNMR Register (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1094&day=2007-1-10)

PM Mack the Knife, he's got cones etc.

[ArcherWC]

PM Mack the Knife, he's got cones etc.
I think he ment the tall orange ones, hehehe

[WickedOne]

I think he ment the tall orange ones, hehehe

DOH! My mistake!!!! :innocent:

[Blondini]

Can we improvise the cones?have you got some?perhaps empty milk containers...just trying to help:love:

[Disco Dan]

Can we improvise the cones?have you got some?perhaps empty milk containers...just trying to help:love:


PM Mack the Knife, he's got cones etc.


I think he ment the tall orange ones, hehehe

Just PM'd Mack, regarding Cones.... looks like a good turn out for next week!

I kinda hope it rains... hehe so I can watch us all learn how to slide... :innocent:

[Macktheknife]

I will see what I can do for cones and practice activities. I have a couple of good things in mind for those who attend!

[Disco Dan]

I will see what I can do for cones and practice activities. I have a couple of good things in mind for those who attend!

I'd like to know how not to hit a fence.... :dodge:

Things like riding as slow as you possibly can, balancing the bike at very low speeds and coming to a stop then putting your feet down... all things i've been practicing... with um.. interesting results!! :innocent:

[Big Dog]

I'd like to know how not to hit a fence.... :dodge:

Things like riding as slow as you possibly can, balancing the bike at very low speeds and coming to a stop then putting your feet down... all things i've been practicing... with um.. interesting results!! :innocent:
How about how to tell when your shocks need attention?:innocent:

[Ixion]

Navigation classes?

[Disco Dan]

How about how to tell when your shocks need attention?:innocent:

yeah i know....... :innocent:

Their getting worse too :( and brakes are getting worse at the same time! hope nothings leaking on my pads! cant sort it for at least another week... so will have to grim and bear it...

[Big Dog]

Navigation classes?
It will never catch on. The best part of biking is knowing where you are going and not caring how you get there!

But if you want a navigation class organise a living room and some maps.
A carpark is not really the environment for teaching navigation.

Lol: the ultimate geek moment was when I noticed the compass I carry in my tank bag has a flat battery! :d'oh:

[Disco Dan]

Lol: the ultimate geek moment was when I noticed the compass I carry in my tank bag has a flat battery! :d'oh:

They use batteries??????!!!!!! No wonder!!!! Better go check!! :innocent:

[Blondini]

AHHH finally wheelies....:gob: I heard I will break my chain:yes: Just kidding,I have been practising :done:

[Big Dog]

They use batteries??????!!!!!! No wonder!!!! Better go check!! :innocent:

Only if you bought an electronic one you bought on a whim.....

[Kittyhawk]

Did someone say batteries??? DD


MDU now I know who took my warrior ranking!!!


Yeah Ill come along tonight when ever it's on...could do with a practise at..... *the mind wonders*
:shutup:

[Disco Dan]

Yeah Ill come along tonight when ever it's on...could do with a practise at..... *the mind wonders*
:shutup:

errr kitty, today is Tuesday.... its on tomorrow luv :sunny: (Wednesday)