Experienced biker wanted to take me + bike somewhere I can practice

[Deviant]

Hi all, the thread title says it all.

I have a Suzuki GN250, and my learner's licence. I also have about 10 minutes riding practice on it- down my short street, walking it back up the short slope.

I want to ride it, but I need somewhere big and safe to do so- somewhere without traffic- eg: a large carpark or something with no traffic.

I know I'm asking a lot, considering I am so new here, but if any experienced riders feel like helping me get my first proper ride out of the way, it would be very greatly appreciated. I'll even chuck in a box of beer for the effort!

I have no transport (other than the bike which I can't ride yet), so basically what I need is someone with a vehicle that can take it, or someone who can take me as a pillion passenger and drop me back home.

Yeah, it's a big ask. If you have a better suggestion, please let me know.

Thanks for reading, and hope to be out there on the road with you all soon!

[FROSTY]

where in auckland are ya??

[Sanx]

Drop me a PM some time. I know a few places that are pretty free of traffic on weekends. I'm happy to come over and pillion you out and back, if it'd help.

[janno]

Geez you guys are good 'uns! Hell, I'll buy you a beer for offering to help out this young fella so quickly!!

Just have to wait until I'm over in NZ. Two weeks to go . . .

[riffer]

Hi Deviant. Welcome to motorcycling. You've done the right thing asking for help. :yes:

Kiwibiker has a mentor scheme for people just like yourself.

Here's the list of mentors (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/mentors.php?). Any of these people will be only to happy to get you on the right track.

[Deviant]

Wow, thanks guys!

I hope one day I can do this for another new biker!
I'm in Newmarket, just around the corner from Dick Smiths.
I'll send a PM to a couple of ya, if you don't mind, send back your cell numbers- mine is broken and haven't found a suitable replacement yet.

Cheers!

[fireliv]

Hey deviant

SOrry not in the region, but I know that the guys here are awesome, and you will find ureself with more offers than you know what to do with!!
Good luck, ride safe!

[BMW]

helped a few people learn. If ya need help just pm me too.

[Mom]

Once you get a bit of confidence, check out the "250 themed" rides that Marverick organises. Make club 250 forum your friend. I dont live in Auckland so cant be more hands on help sorry.

[WarlockNZ]

this ride should be made a sticky .. lol

AWNMR (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=53059&highlight=awnmr)

Welcome along, there are more and more L platers popping up all the time .. it's good to see you guys out on the road, it tells me i'm not the only one out there that's mad.

:):scooter::scooter:

[BigRed2007]

Hey bro,

Once you have got some experience with an experienced rider if you ever wanna cruise around drop me a txt.

Dont feel scared about asking mate, I did the same not a long time ago and the guys and girls are very very helpful :)

I am yet to go to the wednesday night rides but I will make it a point to go soon!

[Deviant]

If anyone is free this weekend and wants to help out, let me know. I am.

For a change I have both days off. :D