Touchy feely observations from the last week

[ManDownUnder]

It was a bitch of a week, no matter which way you cut it... just the pits. Some of the chatter on and off KB has been very telling about the level of community we have going though. Some observations...

The various threads involving UncleB, Bruce and Darryl each got hit... 13,000 - 17,000 times... EACH. People are interested for sure, but that means everyone on KB must have visited 4 times or so or (more likely) the active 1,000 have stayed very close to what's going on.

We care

There has been more venom in some of the arguments lately. III started a couple of firey threads and in place of the usual piss taking and occasional round of abuse, it all went pear shaped a lot faster than normally possible. I don't recall a similar incident...

We're on edge

Off KB the talk has been about tears flowing, tributes being made for the fantastic people that have now left us, drinks raised and moments of silence observed, collectively and alone for people many of us mainly knew online or by association.

We're a community

Ther's been a lot of religious or supernatural type expressions of Bruce, Bruce or Darryl riding with us, smiling on us, and being seen in the clouds - among others. Normally such a heartfelt, frank "admission" would be akin to painting a bullseye on your back and parading yourself asking for a thumping. This week - no.

Turns out we're not such a disparat group of wild eyed bastards after all. We may actually have something in common.

Long may it continue.

[placidfemme]

Well said MDU... There has been a change on KB... and its good, it shows that at the end of the day... we are a community who look after our own. And it makes me really proud to say I'm a KiwiBiker Member!

[ManDownUnder]

Well said MDU... There has been a change on KB... and its good, it shows that at the end of the day... we are a community who look after our own. And it makes me really proud to say I'm a KiwiBiker Member!

Something I caught myself saying to a a friend of mine said kinda clicked a few pieces together... "welcome to the family that is biking". I said it then realised what I'd said.

FROSTY's signature says it all really... basically we are a family of sorts. The good, the bad and the ugly but a community for sure.

"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"

Fucken awesome.

[Lissa]

Well said MDU, in my 32 years on this earth I havent meet, such caring and insightful people either on line or in person, than KB members. Its more than just a 'forum' its a place where like minded people come together, and share. I once asked UB (when I was more nooby) if I should join a 'motorcycle club in the rapa' he replied "you have already joined a club and it has 6000 members who can help you out". So true... I have made lots of friends, havent meet them all in person, but I am planning to in the future. A family for sure.

[Donor]

Aye, a pleasant and entertainingly dysfunctional family we be.

Next we'll be mooting the point that we (or at least most if us) are human...

Yeah right! :D

[Colapop]

To have had the priviledge of standing as brothers and sisters in arms this week was and experience that I will not forget. These people here are not just faceless fingers from beyond the screen. You all have shown a brotherhood (incl. the girls) that makes this and the wider biking community truly fantastic group of people to know. You big, bad-ass bikers, with attitudes, leathers and tattoos are f*cking fantastic!

[MadDuck]

Well said MDU

I have been staying off the site due to past indiscrescions (mostly caused by too much bourbon) but I have realised how much the people I have met through the site have become a part of my life.

I have caught up with faces I have not seen in two to three years ...under difficult and awful circumstances and all the past bitterness was put aside.

Donor your comments about seeing us on London St summed it up for me.

Oh and Colapop I am a big bad arsed biker with tattos dont let anyone tell you otherwise

[Toaster]

This site and the people contributing are great. I appreciate all the laughs, info, chats and all the piss taking too. Good on ya people.

[Swoop]

I feel that this week may have drawn us all closer as a community, physically and spiritually. Unfortunate circumstances that they are.

Well said MDU.

[Indiana_Jones]

I must admit, I felt closer to KB over the last week, meeting old and many new faces :).

I'm proud to be part of KiwiBiker :)

-Indy

[jtzzr]

Amen Guys , I`m not religious or anything like that , but whether we like it or not we are cut from the same cloth ,not in the sense that we are the same race/colour/religion , more that we love motorcycles , if you ride a Harley or a Jappa (who gives a rats arse), we all strive for the same thing , to enjoy our rides by ourselves or with friends , and get home . I truly hope that as a community ,even those outside KB that we all can just embrace what we all do , Ride . Please be safe!!

[SixPackBack]

Has been a crazy week for sure. Sudden demise of fellow KBers having driven us all closer..I can sure feel it.

[Hellraiser]

Sorry to be the party pooper but this is a public forum ..........

the tranquility won't last.

[MadDuck]

i guess with people like you around its more than we could hope for....

[jtzzr]

Sorry to be the party pooper but this is a public forum ..........

the tranquility won't last.

True but at least most of the public that view the site are motorcyclists.And try to enjoy the warm and fuzzies while they`re here.

[Hellraiser]

i guess with people like you around its more than we could hope for....

LOL ........ did that brain fart hurt as it came out?


True but at least most of the public that view the site are motorcyclists.And try to enjoy the warm and fuzzies while they`re here.

I agree 100% and it usually takes a tradgedy to bring people together, which is really sad all in itself.

[padre]

We care

Ther's been a lot of religious or supernatural type expressions of Bruce, Bruce or Darryl riding with us, smiling on us, and being seen in the clouds - among others.

That said I believe I may just ask a question and hope there is a reasonable answer - other than that I have lost my marbles.

Did not know the guys but have followed these threads in respect and come to know them a little as a result. This has been a tragedy all round.

My question.... I was browsing here on tributes thread a day or 2 ago. I looked at page bottom to see as usual I was not the only one. 3 or 4 other names were there. I got the shock of my life when I'm sure I saw "UncleB". It was not there long.

I sincerely hope someone was just using his log in and it was not some trick of the mind. Is it possible someone used his log in? Or am I just a confused pisshead - erm... rephrase - person with reduced tolerance due to fatigue?

[MadDuck]

yes that brain fart hurt ...just as my heart hurt.

[MadDuck]

That said I believe I may just ask a question and hope there is a reasonable answer - other than that I have lost my marbles.

Did not know the guys but have followed these threads in respect and come to know them a little as a result. This has been a tragedy all round.

My question.... I was browsing here on tributes thread a day or 2 ago. I looked at page bottom to see as usual I was not the only one. 3 or 4 other names were there. I got the shock of my life when I'm sure I saw "UncleB". It was not there long.

I sincerely hope someone was just using his log in and it was not some trick of the mind. Is it possible someone used his log in? Or am I just a confused pisshead - erm... rephrase - person with reduced tolerance due to fatigue?

Sorry to break it to you...but alas we have lost Vtwin aka Uncle B

[McJim]

There's more good comes from KB than anything else - meeting people - the support network - rider training - best wishes when you're down.

I joined KB to find out what 250cc bike would be the best one to spend my money on - my idea was to save fuel costs by commuting on a 250cc bike instead of a car. Seven months later I've been on weekend rides, Thursday night rides - I've ridden to Taupo and back and done a track day - on top of this I still commute for $15 per week instead of $70 but that is no longer the point.

I've met more people on bikes that I'd consider real friends in less time than any other time of my life.

Thanks to you all.

[klingon]

That said I believe I may just ask a question and hope there is a reasonable answer - other than that I have lost my marbles.

Did not know the guys but have followed these threads in respect and come to know them a little as a result. This has been a tragedy all round.

My question.... I was browsing here on tributes thread a day or 2 ago. I looked at page bottom to see as usual I was not the only one. 3 or 4 other names were there. I got the shock of my life when I'm sure I saw "UncleB". It was not there long.

I sincerely hope someone was just using his log in and it was not some trick of the mind. Is it possible someone used his log in? Or am I just a confused pisshead - erm... rephrase - person with reduced tolerance due to fatigue?

Perhaps it was someone using his computer and not realising they were logged in as him? I hope his wife may have dropped into the tribute thread to quietly read through some of the special things people had to say about UncleB.

[LilSel]

Perhaps it was someone using his computer and not realising they were logged in as him? I hope his wife may have dropped into the tribute thread to quietly read through some of the special things people had to say about UncleB.

I noticed that too... about 3am this morning.
Even though I never had the pleasure of meeting these great guys, I couldnt shift the lump in my throat.

Proud to be a part of KB. Great place to be.

[MyGSXF]

Together we stand.. united we ride... always!

[Colapop]

That said I believe I may just ask a question and hope there is a reasonable answer - other than that I have lost my marbles.

Did not know the guys but have followed these threads in respect and come to know them a little as a result. This has been a tragedy all round.

My question.... I was browsing here on tributes thread a day or 2 ago. I looked at page bottom to see as usual I was not the only one. 3 or 4 other names were there. I got the shock of my life when I'm sure I saw "UncleB". It was not there long.

I sincerely hope someone was just using his log in and it was not some trick of the mind. Is it possible someone used his log in? Or am I just a confused pisshead - erm... rephrase - person with reduced tolerance due to fatigue?


Perhaps it was someone using his computer and not realising they were logged in as him? I hope his wife may have dropped into the tribute thread to quietly read through some of the special things people had to say about UncleB.


I noticed that too... about 3am this morning.
Even though I never had the pleasure of meeting these great guys, I couldnt shift the lump in my throat.
Proud to be a part of KB. Great place to be.
Debbie is logging on and just reading your thoughts and memories of Uncle B. She said at the service just how much your support means to her. Her Bruce, that most of us didn't see, was not only her man, husband and partner - he was also her best friend. To know that you all were part of his life helps.

Debbie I know that yesterday would have been surreal, I can only imagine how you felt. Be strong, cuddle the cats and know that Bruce loves you - even now.

[insane1]

this is one huge family when one of us hurts we all do debbie if you need help in anything thats what where all here for.

[chanceyy]

Well said MDU, in my 32 years on this earth I havent meet, such caring and insightful people either on line or in person, than KB members. Its more than just a 'forum' its a place where like minded people come together, and share. I once asked UB (when I was more nooby) if I should join a 'motorcycle club in the rapa' he replied "you have already joined a club and it has 6000 members who can help you out". So true... I have made lots of friends, havent meet them all in person, but I am planning to in the future. A family for sure.

Well if you are ever in Auckland and needing a bed or just want to stop for coffee give us a pm would love to meet you. Mrs busa pete under an assumed name.

[chanceyy]

That said I believe I may just ask a question and hope there is a reasonable answer - other than that I have lost my marbles.

Did not know the guys but have followed these threads in respect and come to know them a little as a result. This has been a tragedy all round.

My question.... I was browsing here on tributes thread a day or 2 ago. I looked at page bottom to see as usual I was not the only one. 3 or 4 other names were there. I got the shock of my life when I'm sure I saw "UncleB". It was not there long.

I sincerely hope someone was just using his log in and it was not some trick of the mind. Is it possible someone used his log in? Or am I just a confused pisshead - erm... rephrase - person with reduced tolerance due to fatigue?

Don't worry mate that is Mrs uncleB so dont forget to say Hi

[ajturbo]

i just want to say

thanks....

to the ones who were there for me
they know who they are...
it was humbling.

thanks

[Lissa]

Just a quote I found from a pm from UB...


As you begin to ride, find people you trust (as riders) Watch and learn from them. Ask them questions. As they say, no question is a dumb question.
Like I said...There are plenty of good people (riders) who will help you.
Take your time cause there's no rush.
Motorcycling is a wonderful thing. I love it, and I hope to continue riding for many years.
There's nothing like cruising down the highway with the wind in your hair and bugs in your teeth

You go girl! Aww I miss his advice so much.


Well if you are ever in Auckland and needing a bed or just want to stop for coffee give us a pm would love to meet you. Mrs busa pete under an assumed name.

Thanks chanceyy :) that would be awesome! Going to the Wanganui street races on boxing day.. might meet you there if you are going?

I hope you are finding some comfort from these messages Debbie.. my thoughts are still with you, and I hope your 'kitties' or fur babies are holding up well :)

[ManDownUnder]

the tranquility won't last.

Mate I don't want it to, and sure don't expect it to. If anything I think we've all had it reinforced... life is for living.

[chanceyy]

Thanks chanceyy :) that would be awesome! Going to the Wanganui street races on boxing day.. might meet you there if you are going?




Hi Lissa that message was from Mrs busa pete who was logged on under my name .. as for me .. I will be travelling back from up north on boxing day so will not be there

however any other time that anyone needs a bed in the lower manawatu .. pm me ..

Have to say it was great having the Busa Petes, & CaN staying .. they are awesum ppl - thanks guys :D

just hope that we can organise a get together sum time without a tragedy to bring everyone together ..

[dawnrazor]

Something that I have been thinking about this last week....

I was working with a biker client of mine, the topic of the accidents came up. He is mates with the dad of one of the guys who was first on the scene at one of the accidents, as we can all understand this will have been incredibly traumatic. The same day I read jimbo600's account of witnessing one of the accidents.....I just think we need to spare some time for these guys and the trauma and survivers guilt that they will no doubt be dealing with as life tries to return to normal.......don't know what else to say or do however as there is no simple quick fix I expect.....stay strong guys

[2_SL0]

Oh and Colapop I am a big bad arsed biker with tattos dont let anyone tell you otherwise

Really, I was sure I had met you. :dodge: