Canterbury: Cruisy Night Rides [Archive]

phoenixgtr

20th September 2007, 19:35

First Ride: Wednesday 3rd October. Meet at the Burger King carpark on Moorhouse Ave at 6pm for a 6.30 departure.

Coming from Wellington I "grew up" on "the cruisy wednesday night ride". See thread here. (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=747823&postcount=1)

Deviant Esq and I thought it would be good to start up a similar ride down here.

The ride is designed to provide a social event and chance for the less experienced of us to learn from those with more experience. It is a "cruisy" ride and not a race from one point to another. Anyone is welcome to come along.

I learnt pretty much everything I know about riding from the crew in Wellington on the cruisy Wednesday night rides. Now is my chance to give some back. Besides, it will be a fun event, probably generally ending at a pub.

Now, I'm a newbie in Christchurch, so I'll be relying on others to come up with routes on the nights and a meeting place.

The only other thing that needs to be decided on is which night of the week to do it. I found it was a good "break" to the working week, so Tues, Weds or Thurs would be the choices.

Anyway, I just wanted to guage the interest so post away if you would be interested.

skelstar

20th September 2007, 20:36

Good stuff Tristan, hope u get more CHCH riders posting than WGTN riders eh? :)

phoenixgtr

20th September 2007, 21:06

Well so far not much has happened...

skelstar

20th September 2007, 21:36

They'll all be out worrying sheep. Don't worry about it.

onearmedbandit

20th September 2007, 22:21

Quite often do night rides to Akaroa, anything up to 5-6 rides a week. Pretty casual leaving times, usually just me and a couple of mates. Pace is whatever suits you.

skelstar

21st September 2007, 08:40

Well thats a poor turn out by the CHCH crew Trist. Might have to sex it up a bit for the ladies?

phoenixgtr

21st September 2007, 14:53

Do you think I need to post pictures of my arse to stir up some interest?

Somehow I think it would probably have the opposite effect...

skelstar

21st September 2007, 15:03

Do you think I need to post pictures of my arse to stir up some interest?

Somehow I think it would probably have the opposite effect...
Might stir things you may not wish for. Hmm... a pic of a semi-nekid chick might go a long way. I can recommend Denise Richards, or even Shannon Elizabeth..

phoenixgtr

21st September 2007, 15:11

I thought we were supposed to be sexing it up for the ladies...:lol:

skelstar

21st September 2007, 15:14

Oh yeah, ok. Umm... nah lets get some pics of Denise and Shannon up there anyway! (can't myself, not on the work PC)

phoenixgtr

21st September 2007, 15:19

(can't myself, not on the work PC)

Same problem. They might have to wait til later

Freakshow

21st September 2007, 15:32

It looks like you need to come back to Wellington and join us for the big start of TCWNR

Rashika

21st September 2007, 15:32

see the problem was... we were all out ;)

could be a plan, have to see whats on telly :bleh:

Spuds1234

21st September 2007, 15:35

I'd be keen for a ride one night.

Could go to some really interesting places. Ever been over Gebbies Pass at night?

Its a good ride though it can be a bit scary and you can finish up at the Wheatshef? tavarn on the other side of the hill.

skelstar

21st September 2007, 15:44

This is far as I'll go for now

<img src="http://galleries.lycos.co.uk/d/15298-2/denise-richards.jpg" />

phoenixgtr

21st September 2007, 16:02

It looks like you need to come back to Wellington and join us for the big start of TCWNR

I wish I could

see the problem was... we were all out ;)

could be a plan, have to see whats on telly :bleh:

Typical, TV. Well which nights better tv wise then?

I'd be keen for a ride one night.

Could go to some really interesting places. Ever been over Gebbies Pass at night?

Its a good ride though it can be a bit scary and you can finish up at the Wheatshef? tavarn on the other side of the hill.

Yeah, I went over there one night a couple of months ago. The fog was so thick it was seriously scary. I haven't been back

Spuds1234

21st September 2007, 16:23

Yeah, I went over there one night a couple of months ago. The fog was so thick it was seriously scary. I haven't been back

Give it a few weeks and we'll be well into the good weather I reckon. Warm clear nights that are generally perfect for riding in.

I was out last night for a ride. Sitting at 100km was just madness out on the plains, it was so foggy. It got to the point where I was just following the tail lights infront of me. I couldnt see shit as the visor kept misting up on the outside of it :(

Was a good ride though.

phoenixgtr

21st September 2007, 16:29

Yeah, daylight saving starts next weekend so that will help alot. It's funny how those "crazy weather" rides can end up being the most memorable

Rashika

21st September 2007, 17:59

Typical, TV. Well which nights better tv wise then?

hehe I KNEW that would get a rise :bleh:

Spuds1234

21st September 2007, 18:05

Shouldnt matter whats on TV, as there is fuck all on anyway these days.

And what is worth watching can be easily downloaded from the internet and watched at your own leisure without ads.

onearmedbandit

21st September 2007, 19:39

BTW, a lot of Chriustchurch riders don't belong to either forums. But they are out there.

phoenixgtr

21st September 2007, 20:04

I realise that, which makes it difficult to get the word out.

I figure I'll just set a day and a place and if I end up riding by myself because noone turns up, then it's going to be a quiet ride each week. I wasn't expecting an explosive start. We'll just see what happens

200BUSA

21st September 2007, 21:49

They'll all be out worrying sheep. Don't worry about it.

Well it keeps us busy looking after the sheep.

fireliv

21st September 2007, 22:09

Have discovered that there are a lot of bikie Clicks around christchurch, if you havent been a member of one of these, they are not overly welcoming when you show up. Tris thought that this would be a great way to get everyone out. Obviously Chch rides are not as social as Wellington ones....... (Come on prove me wrong)

Well babe you can count me in (When I'm up for bigger rides.....)

Spuds1234

22nd September 2007, 01:16

So have we got a date and time set yet?

Im working early starts for the next few weeks so evening rides would be awesome for me.

If you and Deviant cant find anyone else and end up just riding by yourselves, definatly get Deviant to send me a txt (he has my number) so I can tag along.

onearmedbandit

22nd September 2007, 03:01

A lot of the 'cliques' that I have ridden with stick to riding with each other because they ride at pace and there is an understanding between them. Probably part of the reason we have less bins down here, as there are no unknown riders to make an error of judgement, ie trying to keep up, show off, etc.

Anyway, I'm always up for a blast. Make a time and I'll see if I can make it.

cynna

22nd September 2007, 04:40

i work nights otherwise i would turn up every now and then

phoenixgtr

22nd September 2007, 15:24

So have we got a date and time set yet?

Sorry mate, I haven't been able to get hold of Deviant, but once I do we'll pick a day and a meeting place and be done with it.

A lot of the 'cliques' that I have ridden with stick to riding with each other because they ride at pace and there is an understanding between them. Probably part of the reason we have less bins down here, as there are no unknown riders to make an error of judgement, ie trying to keep up, show off, etc.

Anyway, I'm always up for a blast. Make a time and I'll see if I can make it.

Personally, I think thats a terrible attitude to have. I mean, fair enough, your own safety is important, but how are the new riders going to learn if they don't have the opportunity to ride with the more experienced riders?

I hope you do come along because I don't yet consider myself to be one of those experienced riders, or mentor material

onearmedbandit

22nd September 2007, 16:09

Yeah you are right, it is a bit of a stink attitude. But I suppose I'm only talking about the sports bike riders, the guys I ride with occassionally ride at a decent pace, it's not like they don't allow new riders to join in, it's normally that the new riders decide to go at their own pace.

I'll be there, if the time suits, without a doubt.

SDU

22nd September 2007, 17:00

I guess some of us have time issues or other commitments (such as caring for animals, sports etc) that we can't always be so organised.
I would be keen from time to time but my problem is by the time I finish work the ride will be over or near enough to it.
Just post ride & times & you may find some takers.

fireliv

22nd September 2007, 17:50

You dont have to come along every time. If you cant make it you cant make it, no pressure. Soemtimes we wont be able to make it either. But its about knowing that a group is going and that if you want to come you will be welcome. Its to encourage new riders to get out there and have a go at some of these roads and learn a thing or too.
If ure a cock on the road you wouldnt come anyways cos the pace will be to slow.

Rashika

22nd September 2007, 18:56

Shouldnt matter whats on TV, as there is fuck all on anyway these days.

man, I got 2 with that line... they are biting well

Have discovered that there are a lot of bikie Clicks around christchurch, if you havent been a member of one of these, they are not overly welcoming when you show up. Tris thought that this would be a great way to get everyone out. Obviously Chch rides are not as social as Wellington ones....... (Come on prove me wrong)

Well babe you can count me in (When I'm up for bigger rides.....)
actually we are very social bunch, but we tend to go for weekend rides cos most of us work different hours and cant usually get out at 'normal' evening times as SDU said. Not to mention that quite a few of us race over winter at Ruapuna, better than riding on icy roads anyway. Besides haven't you noticed winter happening the last few months i.e. its dark early... we just go out for drinks instead and we have had a few over winter. But now spring has sprung and I managed to clock up 1300kms last weekend, so I guess an evening ride is a possiblity, altho still waiting for a when and where

Personally, I think thats a terrible attitude to have. I mean, fair enough, your own safety is important, but how are the new riders going to learn if they don't have the opportunity to ride with the more experienced riders?

I hope you do come along because I don't yet consider myself to be one of those experienced riders, or mentor material
it aint a terrible attitude to have when you have almost been wiped out by an inexperienced rider being a cock. I dont have a problem with new riders, but I will give them plenty of room and I expect the same back. We usually have a few newbies along on a ride and they pretty much mingle fine, and usually appreciate being able to follow the more learned fellows around them... and I dont really count me in that bunch, I'm still learning all the time

You dont have to come along every time. If you cant make it you cant make it, no pressure. Soemtimes we wont be able to make it either. But its about knowing that a group is going and that if you want to come you will be welcome. Its to encourage new riders to get out there and have a go at some of these roads and learn a thing or too.

thats always good in my books ;)

The Lone Rider

22nd September 2007, 19:05

Have discovered that there are a lot of bikie Clicks around christchurch, if you havent been a member of one of these, they are not overly welcoming when you show up.

CHCH group is like the exclusive brethren sometimes.. beware! :D

I've found they are like there here as well. And out of some of the groups that I have had a chance to tag along with, their pace is what I'd consider borderline asking for an immediate death.

But thats why I'm in CK now. Nice pace, nice rides. Take turns making up rides, person who made up ride leads the way.. nobody gets left behind, even if the leader has to slow down a bit (or speed up)

CK rides are open to public, usually Saturdays. And I am free during the weekdays at different times depending on the week (either morning between 9 and noon, or 4pm and 7pm)

dangerous

22nd September 2007, 19:09

Have discovered that there are a lot of bikie Clicks around christchurch, if you havent been a member of one of these, they are not overly welcoming when you show up.

give me an example as I have know idea what you are on about, and Im up with most of what goes on in town.

We ride most weekends, open ya eyes and read the threads... or you could try the local bikers forum (chch based) were there is no shortage of rides.

The Lone Rider

22nd September 2007, 20:22

Sorry mate, I haven't been able to get hold of Deviant

He's in Tauranga for a wedding.

phoenixgtr

23rd September 2007, 11:25

He's in Tauranga for a wedding.

Yeah, I txt him last night.

I think we've decided on Wednesdays as its a good split to the week. Probably meet 6ish for a 6.30 departure. Does anyone know of a good meeting place?

If we get that organised we can have the first ride on Wednesday the 3rd of Oct

The Lone Rider

23rd September 2007, 11:35

Yeah, I txt him last night.

I think we've decided on Wednesdays as its a good split to the week. Probably meet 6ish for a 6.30 departure. Does anyone know of a good meeting place?

If we get that organised we can have the first ride on Wednesday the 3rd of Oct

3rd wont be a day I go then. I'll be practicing my burn outs for Biketoberfest/Rolling Thunder ride :P

onearmedbandit

23rd September 2007, 12:44

Normally meet up at the Halswell Tavern car park or at Power Centre car park on Moorhouse.

The Lone Rider

23rd September 2007, 13:40

Burgerking Moorhouse or The Mill Liquor Save for us usually.

Mmmm.. Burgerking...

Spuds1234

23rd September 2007, 20:59

BK sounds good to me. I can get a feed before I go, and I can actually find BK in town unlike everywhere else that isnt motorcycle related :rolleyes:

EDIT: And I can definitely do the 3rd.

alley cat

24th September 2007, 12:49

[QUOTE=Rashika;1216678]

it aint a terrible attitude to have when you have almost been wiped out by an inexperienced rider being a cock. I dont have a problem with new riders, but I will give them plenty of room and I expect the same back. We usually have a few newbies along on a ride and they pretty much mingle fine, and usually appreciate being able to follow the more learned fellows around them... and I dont really count me in that bunch, I'm still learning all the time

Yeah your attitude cant be tooooo bad, you stil let me bimble along despite the fact that i cant work an indicator:baby:

Rashika

24th September 2007, 12:57

Yeah your attitude cant be tooooo bad, you stil let me bimble along despite the fact that i cant work an indicator:baby:

oh but chicky... you ride a HOG and trumpy, thats always good in my books! :msn-wink: :niceone:

Deviant Esq

24th September 2007, 23:09

I think we've decided on Wednesdays as its a good split to the week. Probably meet 6ish for a 6.30 departure. Does anyone know of a good meeting place?

If we get that organised we can have the first ride on Wednesday the 3rd of Oct
*Finally touches down in Christchurch again... escape!*

Sorry Phoenix, meant to be the first to reply to your thread, but you know what they say about the best laid plans! Ah well, better late than never eh? I know what you mean about there being very little interest - definitely slim pickings - but as I said, I expected nothing less out of the Christchurch crew - good for nothing layabouts!! :Pokey: :bleh:

Anyway, I'll definitely be a starter for the first ride, on Wednesday 3rd October, around 6 to 6.30pm, maybe at BK Moorhouse? Most people know where that is. Anyway, probably start meeting at 6, head off at 6.30, don't be late or we'll leave you behind! Not likely, since, as Phoenix has said, the idea is for it to be a cruisy ride. No doubt sometimes we'll feel like being a bit more brisk, but we'll guage how we feel on each night, and cater for everyone who turns up no matter what. :)

Bring on daylight savings! Looking forward to it :niceone:

phoenixgtr

25th September 2007, 08:34

Cool. I've put the details up for the first ride on the first post.

Weds 3rd Oct
BK carpark, Moorhouse Ave
6pm

See you all there

Deviant Esq

25th September 2007, 08:38

Weds 3rd Oct
BK carpark, Moorhouse Rd
It's Moorhouse Ave, but close enough! ;)

Rashika

25th September 2007, 08:45

It's Moorhouse Ave, but close enough! ;)

;)

will try to pop along, depend on how tired I am after the big BOB/Bears racing this weekend

phoenixgtr

25th September 2007, 08:51

It's Moorhouse Ave, but close enough! ;)

Haha. Me silly. I knew that!

Deviant Esq

25th September 2007, 08:53

That's the spirit Rashika, be happy to have you along :)

I've posted it on NZsbf: Here's the link. (http://nzsbf.co.nz/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=1607)

I suppose we're going to have to find a nice stable person to take the lead, one who will set a good but still newbie friendly pace, and who knows the way... but I guess we'll cover that one on the night depending on who turns up, might not have any newbies (except me of course ;))!

Oakie

25th September 2007, 09:44

You have a particular route in mind? I'm supposed to have cricket practice on a Wednesday night but I reckon riding a bike is preferable to catching cricket balls with cold hands in early October.

Deviant Esq

25th September 2007, 09:52

You have a particular route in mind? I'm supposed to have cricket practice on a Wednesday night but I reckon riding a bike is preferable to catching cricket balls with cold hands in early October.
Nothing concrete as of yet... though I haven't talked to Phoenix about it much either. I have a couple in mind that could be options though - top of my list would be to head out to Cashmere Road / Hoon Hay Valley Road in Westmorland / Kennedys Bush as it's nice and quiet, barely any traffic at all, especially on a weekday, heaps of places to pull over and have a chat, plenty of interesting corners to keep the sportsbikers interested, not too far from town and not too long a ride. Read: Newbie friendly. The only downside is that it doesn't end at a pub, so we'd have to go find one!! :laugh:

Phoenix: Want to come scope it out beforehand? :cool:

phoenixgtr

25th September 2007, 10:11

Phoenix: Want to come scope it out beforehand? :cool:

Sounds like a plan :niceone:

I really don't know many routes. I've only ever been over the Port Hills and to Akaroa, so this is going to be a good chance for me to discover new roads.

General consensus on the night usually works pretty well but it's good to have a few routes in mind

200BUSA

25th September 2007, 10:27

Deviant Esq

25th September 2007, 11:37

There are plenty of routes to take around CHCH if it is a newbie ride,not just around the outskirts of town.When the ride is finished you should find a regular pub to go to and talk over what ever you need to about bikes and riding style.
Good idea mate. Anyone know of a good place to go, that isn't too busy? Preferably somewhere that isn't very noisy as well, give us a chance to talk over the ride, and answer any questions people might have. I suppose it would help if they serve beer / alcohol, for those who want to partake, but as you say, probably not essential as those who want to can always bugger off for a drink afterwards ;)

I reckon a club would be a pretty good place - usually not too busy, not too loud, you can hear the conversation... and they serve booze as well! Does the Cashmere club have a door charge / members only? Sit outside over a beer discussing the ride or whatever. Thoughts?

What sort of routes are you thinking of BUSA? Hopefully we'll be able to explore them all at some stage, figure out which ones we like the best, which have the least / most inobtrusive traffic, nicest curves etc. I don't know nearly as many nice riding roads as I should, especially newbie friendly ones close to town, so I'd hope to improve my knowledge of roads through these rides too :)

Phoenix: Had a chat with the shop about my bike - still awaiting parts, so I still don't know how long it'll be before it's back together again. <_<

Oakie

25th September 2007, 15:39

Good idea mate. Anyone know of a good place to go, that isn't too busy? Preferably somewhere that isn't very noisy as well, give us a chance to talk over the ride, and answer any questions people might have. <

Yeah, quiet is good so I guess the story is not to go anywhere too popular or pick somewhere with a good outside area. As an alternative, there are a few licenced coffee shops around. The beer's not exactly cheap but I'm sure no-one would think of having more than a couple before riding home anyway ... would they. :nono:

I'm not sure about places like the Cashmere Club. I think some welcome casual diners but they are probably a 'Right Of Admission Reserved' place and they might just freak out if they see a dozen or so 'bikies' turning up at their door.

Wenier

25th September 2007, 16:25

Cant say ill show up on the 3rd but will definitely start showing up at some stage. I might be pushing the speed limits to get to Moorhouse for 6.30 leave but we will see.

Spuds1234

25th September 2007, 16:45

I dont have any prefered routes that I can think of that would be to newbie friendly after 6 once the sun starts going down. I'd like to shoot over Gebbies pass though and come back through the tunnel.

For a nice quiet pub to end up at, we could go to The Twisted Hop which is just down from the bus exchange, on Poplar Street.

Its got good off streetish parking (read its not a major road, and gets next to no traffic and has some motorcycle parking outside the Vespa bar across the road), is quiet, and if you guys dont like the beer, you can choose from 3 other quiet bars all within 10 meters (some German bar, The Vespa bar, and Red Jacks).

Rashika

25th September 2007, 18:32

Deviant Esq

25th September 2007, 18:41

I dont have any prefered routes that I can think of that would be to newbie friendly after 6 once the sun starts going down. I'd like to shoot over Gebbies pass though and come back through the tunnel.
This is why we've set it up to start after daylight savings begins - the sun will be setting coming up to 7.30 by the time we do the first couple of weeks, and getting later as we carry on in the year. I don't think we'll do Gebbies Pass right away as people tend to want to hurry through there (and therefore less newbie friendly. Challenging for a newbie too)... but the Wheatsheaf is a good place to sit outside and talk about the ride... even if I'm not too keen on their beer (DB on tap <_<).

For a nice quiet pub to end up at, we could go to The Twisted Hop which is just down from the bus exchange, on Poplar Street.
Just my personal opinion, but if it's the place I remember, I don't like the twisted hop. They brew their own beer (which I don't like much), and charge accordingly - it isn't cheap, if it's the place I remember.

If the Cashmere Club isn't much of an option, what's another club people like using? Something fairly central would be best IMO, so noone has to ride too far to get home afterwards... coz they'll be tired, not coz they're drunk :nono:

Spuds1234

25th September 2007, 18:45

Just my personal opinion, but if it's the place I remember, I don't like the twisted hop. They brew their own beer (which I don't like much), and charge accordingly - it isn't cheap, if it's the place I remember.

If the Cashmere Club isn't much of an option, what's another club people like using? Something fairly central would be best IMO, so noone has to ride too far to get home afterwards... coz they'll be tired, not coz they're drunk :nono:

Yea, I can understand that, their beer sure isnt for everyone thats for sure.

Any pub that has plenty of off street parking should be the go I reckon. Every pub will be pretty quiet at that time of the week.

Dave-

26th September 2007, 19:34

Im in, twisted hop sounds good.

200BUSA

26th September 2007, 20:03

I might get down for the ride.Probably last chance to get out on the TLR before i swap it.

Deviant Esq

26th September 2007, 20:32

I might get down for the ride.Probably last chance to get out on the TLR before i swap it.
Ooo, what are you thinking of moving to after the TLR?

I'm just hoping my bike will be fixed in time for it!

200BUSA

26th September 2007, 20:46

Im going back to a Hayabusa.Must be the mid life crisis where i cant make my mind up on which bike i want.

Deviant Esq

26th September 2007, 21:00

I've posted up a thread in GBR hoping to borrow a 250 off someone so I can actually come to this meet - will be stupid if I can't since it was me and Phoenix who set it up! Anyway, here's the thread (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=57827), hopefully someone will be able to help me out. :)

200BUSA: You'll have to bring the new bike along to the ride the week after and show it off! :cool:

fireliv

26th September 2007, 21:04

fireliv

26th September 2007, 21:11

dangerous

26th September 2007, 21:21

Check my PM... you can use mine, insurance sweet
And how come after all ya winjing about the lack of rides or clicky groups... you aint going on this ride??? work, more than 1 bike?

hoping to borrow a 250 off someone so I can actually come to this meet
So whats wrong with ya NZ??? thought it was sorted after ya fell over!

Deviant Esq

26th September 2007, 23:08

you can use mine, insurance sweet
Cool, thanks heaps! You rock! Don't know how I'll make it up to you, but I'm sure we'll find a way. Hopefully I won't have to take you up on the offer, and the NZ is fixed before then, but I'm pretty sure that won't be the case. Story below.

So whats wrong with ya NZ??? thought it was sorted after ya fell over!
Hey D. Yeah, the stuff that needed doing due to my wee off was all sussed, bar the rear plastics which I must get around to doing. But the fork seals were about had-it too, so I took it in to Linton at Dirt Action to get them done. He ordered the bits for it and when they showed up I took it back in. Couple of days later he phoned me saying the fork internals (I don't know too much about them, but I gather they're bushings and some inner seals) where absolutely shagged, totally worn out and unusable, and needed replacing too... so he's had to order those parts in as well. Still waiting on those parts so the forks can be put back together and get me back on the road! Fingers crossed it's sooner rather than later.

Didn't really want to spend the extra money, as I'll be selling the bike before too long and upgrading, but I don't really have much choice if I actually want to sell the bike. So I'm taking it on the chin and spending the money to have it right. :)

blue eyed savage

26th September 2007, 23:45

Deviant Esq

26th September 2007, 23:47

congrets on the Restricted fireliv. im going for mine tomrrow. would love to go on the ride but got gay work stuff on (army suxs sometimes i want a 9 to 5 job :violin: ) anyway if u do another im very keen
We're hoping to make this into a weekly thing, nice and regular-like. ;) All going well we'll have a bit of interest and enough people coming along to keep this thread going... but either way me and Phoenixgtr will probably still head out. Watch this space!

dangerous

27th September 2007, 05:41

We're hoping to make this into a weekly thing I have an idea for you mate... that is if you dont consider me unhelpfull :apint:

I took it in to Linton at Dirt Action

well thats a cock up on your behalf... he knows his shit, but a NZ250 aint exactly the 'shit' what Im saying DE is that he will take 3 months to do them and they will be in as good a condition as new, but you dont need that on a NZ... he does performance work.

alley cat

27th September 2007, 07:39

I have an idea for you mate... that is if you dont consider me unhelpfull :apint:

Hey......... now were cooking with gas:drinknsin

Deviant Esq

27th September 2007, 09:59

I have an idea for you mate... that is if you dont consider me unhelpfull :apint:
I do consider you unhelpful, actually. You're more inclined to argue and be belligerant with me, and "put me in my place", than actually being helpful. Still feel like sharing your idea? :blink:

well thats a cock up on your behalf... he knows his shit, but a NZ250 aint exactly the 'shit' what Im saying DE is that he will take 3 months to do them and they will be in as good a condition as new, but you dont need that on a NZ... he does performance work.
No, it's not a cock up on my behalf. I asked three different people who I should take the NZ to, to get the fork seals done, and his name came up every time. Yet I'm supposed to take it somewhere else because it isn't worth it?? I know my bike isn't "the shit", you're good at reminding me of that. Linton's been excellent, great service and communication, and it isn't his fault that bloody everything on the NZ is unique and difficult to find. I'm glad I took it to him, I know he'll do it right.

imdying

27th September 2007, 10:16

it aint a terrible attitude to have when you have almost been wiped out by an inexperienced rider being a cock.Yep, or they don't ride at their own pace and fall off. I'd much rather they mooch round the back of the group with me a few times than take off after the others, wrecking my ride and wasting my time when they bin. Doesn't happen much cause we mostly stick to ourselves.

BK sounds good to me. I can get a feed before I go, and I can actually find BK in town unlike everywhere else that isnt motorcycle related :rolleyes:Eat afterwards, makes it easier for the surgeons should the worst eventuate.

Rashika

27th September 2007, 11:39

I do consider you unhelpful, actually. You're more inclined to argue and be belligerant with me, and "put me in my place", than actually being helpful. Still feel like sharing your idea? :blink:

No, it's not a cock up on my behalf. I asked three different people who I should take the NZ to, to get the fork seals done, and his name came up every time. Yet I'm supposed to take it somewhere else because it isn't worth it?? I know my bike isn't "the shit", you're good at reminding me of that. Linton's been excellent, great service and communication, and it isn't his fault that bloody everything on the NZ is unique and difficult to find. I'm glad I took it to him, I know he'll do it right.

hadn't notice dangerous disparaging your ride in any post... From what i've read he's saying your bike is not the 'top of the line' racebike and prob doesn't need 'top of the line' forks. Horses for courses... as they say.

And as for not being invited, it takes 2. Havn't noticed any PMs or texts to Dangerous to say "are you out for a ride today?"
usually its like this... On the phone to mate "ooo nice day, done the chores, shall we go for a blat in 30 mins?"
Should we then text everyone in our phonebook as say the same? get kinda expensive...

oh and Dangerous is belligerant with everyone, you aint being singled out ;)

Deviant Esq

27th September 2007, 11:55

And as for not being invited, it takes 2. Havn't noticed any PMs or texts to Dangerous to say "are you out for a ride today?"
usually its like this... On the phone to mate "ooo nice day, done the chores, shall we go for a blat in 30 mins?"
Should we then text everyone in our phonebook as say the same? get kinda expensive...
I would text you or dangerous if I had either of your cellphone numbers. I once asked for yours, and you said something about someone else texting me if you were going for a ride, and didn't give it to me. That, and as I mentioned earlier, I didn't want to be inviting myself.

If it's like "ooo let's go for a blat in 30 minutes", I figured a PM won't be any use, because you / dangerous won't get it until it's too late anyway.

This is getting silly and off topic. But if you guys don't want me to ride with you, just say so. If that's not the case, then I'm sure we'll work something out in terms of contact.

Rashika

27th September 2007, 12:18

If it's like "ooo let's go for a blat in 30 minutes", I figured a PM won't be any use, because you / dangerous won't get it until it's too late anyway.

errr EXACTLY my point... These things are usually spur of the moment, no organisation involved.

This is getting silly and off topic. But if you guys don't want me to ride with you, just say so. If that's not the case, then I'm sure we'll work something out in terms of contact.

who has ever said we dont want you along? I think you are a bit over sensitivea about this DE... we just go with whoever happens to be there, there no dissing some and smooching up to others, thats a young persons game, and we aint... we are olddddddddd :rolleyes:

JWALKER

27th September 2007, 12:35

hey Dev. just letting you know we will be coming along for your ride. probably be me, andy on his ducati 996 and craig on his black bmw hopefully. will let you know early next week though

Deviant Esq

27th September 2007, 12:58

who has ever said we dont want you along? I think you are a bit over sensitivea about this DE... we just go with whoever happens to be there, there no dissing some and smooching up to others, thats a young persons game, and we aint... we are olddddddddd :rolleyes:
Quite possibly Rashika, I do tend to overthink these things. I'm a bit ratty at the moment because I've been without my bike for several weeks. Sat on Spuds1234's Katana for a bit last night and had a wee cry ;) :lol: It also really sucks being without a job too - though I had an interview this morning that will hopefully turn the tables around! Too much to worry about, bah! :blink:

hey Dev. just letting you know we will be coming along for your ride. probably be me, andy on his ducati 996 and craig on his black bmw hopefully. will let you know early next week though
Cool mate, sounds good, will see you all next Wednesday! :cool:

imdying

27th September 2007, 13:00

I think you are a bit over sensitivea about this DE... we just go with whoever happens to be there, there no dissing some and smooching up to others, thats a young persons game, and we aint... we are olddddddddd :rolleyes:Agreed, there's no conspiracy.

alley cat

27th September 2007, 13:03

The Lone Rider

27th September 2007, 13:06

Should we then text everyone in our phonebook as say the same? get kinda expensive...

I do that with every single person in CK, and it isnt expensive at all. $10 a month. Most people drink and smoke that much in a week easy.

Rashika

27th September 2007, 13:29

I do that with every single person in CK, and it isnt expensive at all. $10 a month. Most people drink and smoke that much in a week easy.

I guess it depends on how many friends you have then eh?

or what plan you are on...

and I dont smoke, and would barely drink that a week either... and its one less tank of gas as well

The Lone Rider

27th September 2007, 13:48

I guess it depends on how many friends you have then eh?

or what plan you are on...

Nope. not really. Both major carriers have txting plans, and most modern phones let you send the same txt to multiple people, and most modern phones you can group certain people in a list.

"Ride on Saturday?" *Click* /Ck Members/ *click* -Sending-

Inbox = 20 new messages

I guess it comes down to who actually wants to make an effort.

Anyone who wants to go on rides without the fuss and bother of of trying to squeeze their way into someone elses social group can just contact me. CK members bring friends aplenty on non-cruiser bikes. You will have to put up with a.. uh.. rather cruisey ride though.

Rashika

27th September 2007, 13:52

Quite possibly Rashika, I do tend to overthink these things. I'm a bit ratty at the moment because I've been without my bike for several weeks. Sat on Spuds1234's Katana for a bit last night and had a wee cry ;) :lol: It also really sucks being without a job too - though I had an interview this morning that will hopefully turn the tables around! Too much to worry about, bah! :blink:

fingers crossed for the interview :niceone:

phoenixgtr

27th September 2007, 14:32

I do that with every single person in CK, and it isnt expensive at all. $10 a month. Most people drink and smoke that much in a week easy.

Well the great thing about these rides is they are regular. We will meet at the same time and the same place every week. No need to worry about all that. Everyone is welcome and everyone knows the ride will be on, so if they want to come they can just turn up.

Relax people. These rides are going to be good (hopefully)

Rashika

27th September 2007, 15:04

Well the great thing about these rides is they are regular. We will meet at the same time and the same place every week. No need to worry about all that. Everyone is welcome and everyone knows the ride will be on, so if they want to come they can just turn up.

Relax people. These rides are going to be good (hopefully)

yep ... and thats the difference to those 'spontaneous ' ones, they just happen.

and it does help when you live with your riding buddy, not even a text involved

did I mention that we are OLD as well? I'm sure I did... cant remember, senility getting to me
Old people dont take too well to those new fangled cellphone thingys, too many ferkin buttons :innocent:

JMemonic

27th September 2007, 15:07

Depending on my roster I will be up for this, so long as you can accept the POS I call a bike in your presence.

BTW I have worked out that I have become a nana of a rider, knee down heck I am lucky it the bike leans over.

phoenixgtr

27th September 2007, 15:23

No worrys JM. The more the merrier. The pace should be fine for you too

Spuds1234

27th September 2007, 17:16

Seems like there will be quite a bunch going. And JMemonic dont worry about your bike being a POS, you aint seen my Kat yet lol.

onearmedbandit

27th September 2007, 17:18

badblackbuell

27th September 2007, 17:21

I'm there and will spread the word to anyone who I ride with who is free on the day!

C ya there:clap:

onearmedbandit

27th September 2007, 17:29

I'm there and will spread the word to anyone who I ride with who is free on the day!

C ya there:clap:

Change your bike listing!!

nigelp

27th September 2007, 17:33

onearmedbandit

27th September 2007, 17:35

Temporary membership granted. But as soon as it's out of the sling, you're out on your arse.

badblackbuell

27th September 2007, 17:40

Change your bike listing!!

Shows you how often I use these new-fangled computer thingies!

Rashika

27th September 2007, 17:50

You guys are cunts, never inviting me either. I'm going to start my own group, and I'll ensure everyone in it gets a text from me stating the time, meeting point, and destination of the ride. Pace will be whatever you like. Only criteria to join this club is that you must only ride with one arm the entire journey.
hmmmmm I seem to remember this conversation with you in a previous thread OAB :whistle:

I'm there and will spread the word to anyone who I ride with who is free on the day!

C ya there:clap:

yeah you... bloody EX BUELL rider, I think you need to change ya name, something more suited... like turncoat or I'm too cool to ride a Buell ;)
...hey I actually LIKE that last one, has a nice ring to it :clap:

hows the new GITTSER?

fireliv

27th September 2007, 18:07

Well Phoenix and Deviant have gone to take a look at some of the routes. Looks like there will be a good bunch next wed.... Cool! Hope the enthusiasim keeps up!:2thumbsup

fireliv

27th September 2007, 18:10

And how come after all ya winjing about the lack of rides or clicky groups... you aint going on this ride??? work, more than 1 bike?
!

Learn to read!!!! As previously stated, I am waiting on some bike gear to arrive... I like my skin and am not prepared to be travelling at 100 without the gears.

Also I think Deviant should be there, its the first ride of a group that he and Phoenox set up so it makes sence.

fireliv

27th September 2007, 18:12

dangerous

27th September 2007, 18:25

I do consider you unhelpful, actually. You're more inclined to argue and be belligerant with me, and "put me in my place", than actually being helpful. Still feel like sharing your idea? :blink:

1st I have said to ya face that the NZ is a cool bike... but I cant be bothered arguing with you you are obviously out of spirits at the mo... as for my idea...
I was sorting out a 250 type forum on SBF which I was going to put you in charge of, seen as you have shown so much passion on riding etc, but now Im not sure what to do.

T.W.R

27th September 2007, 18:41

You guys are cunts, never inviting me either. I'm going to start my own group, and I'll ensure everyone in it gets a text from me stating the time, meeting point, and destination of the ride. Pace will be whatever you like. Only criteria to join this club is that you must only ride with one arm the entire journey.

:clap: That'd sort the men out from the boys :whistle: does a permanent break/dislocation and restricted ROM count :eek5:

Well Phoenix and Deviant have gone to take a look at some of the routes.

What times the search party heading out to find them :whistle:

1st I have said to ya face that the NZ is a cool bike... but I cant be bothered arguing with you you are obviously out of spirits at the mo... as for my idea...
I was sorting out a 250 type forum on SBF which I was going to put you in charge of, seen as you have shown so much passion on riding etc, but now Im not sure what to do.

:lol: Show some compassion ya grumpy old bugger :nya::wait:

dangerous

27th September 2007, 19:02

Learn to read!!!! As previously stated, I am waiting on some bike gear to arrive... I like my skin and am not prepared to be travelling at 100 without the gears.

:rolleyes: show me were you said that in this thread, hell I cant spell letalone read, and I might add if you wanted to ride the lack of bike gear aint going to stop you... everybody has a jacket, gloves, decent shoes and a helmet of some sort. :baby:

No FX

27th September 2007, 19:49

T.W.R

27th September 2007, 19:54

oooo my first post on KB:banana:

il be there on wednesday. sounds like a few people going just hope i can make it from work on time!

oh and the speights ale house on bealey has loads of OSP and seats outside:apint:

Welcome to the nut factory :blink: enjoy the antics

watch this lot though, there's trouble in the sandpit at the moment :girlfight::lol:

No FX

27th September 2007, 20:00

:angry2::laugh: yeah i noticed. makes for good reading tho

dangerous

27th September 2007, 20:08

:angry2::laugh: yeah i noticed. makes for good reading tho
OI... what you laughing at buster? you are a newbe so shut up sit back and listen to what been said... and get a real bike, friends and im going to snob you now... by :2guns:

welcome to KB BTW ;)

T.W.R

27th September 2007, 20:15

OI... what you laughing at buster? you are a newbe so shut up sit back and listen to what been said... and get a real bike, friends and im going to snob you now... by :2guns:

:Playnice: :girlfight:

phoenixgtr

27th September 2007, 20:16

oooo my first post on KB:banana:

il be there on wednesday. sounds like a few people going just hope i can make it from work on time!

oh and the speights ale house on bealey has loads of OSP and seats outside:apint:

Welcome. It will be good to have you along. The Ale House is an option. We'll see what everyone feels like on the night

fireliv

27th September 2007, 20:28

Good to see interest is picking up!!

On a way happier note, I got my got my Restricted licence today, so the L plate has come off!! Was a bit nervous untill I got on my bike and began the ride, then the nerves just dissapeared....except for went I turned to wrong way :doh:

So I'll be there the first wed after my bike gear arrives... safety first! :niceone:

:rolleyes: show me were you said that in this thread, hell I cant spell letalone read, and I might add if you wanted to ride the lack of bike gear aint going to stop you... everybody has a jacket, gloves, decent shoes and a helmet of some sort. :baby:

Whats ure problem??? Get over ureself

fireliv

27th September 2007, 20:31

oooo my first post on KB:banana:

il be there on wednesday. sounds like a few people going just hope i can make it from work on time!

oh and the speights ale house on bealey has loads of OSP and seats outside:apint:

Hey ya

Welcome aboard. Have fun dodging bullets here lol. Hopefully I'll meet you in a few weeks at one of the rides!!!

dangerous

27th September 2007, 20:40

Whats ure problem??? Get over ureself

Ummm.. say what?
you make no sence at all, I said I never read that you had no gear, and that Im sure you could ride if you really wanted to... I have no problem care to explain yours???
Ohh and I was trying to be funny about the reading/spelling comment, did that go over your head??? my point being this is the net take it with a grain of salt.

:rolleyes: show me were you said that in this thread, hell I cant spell letalone read, and I might add if you wanted to ride the lack of bike gear aint going to stop you... everybody has a jacket, gloves, decent shoes and a helmet of some sort. :baby:

PS: your... is the correct spelling, even I know that ;)

No FX

27th September 2007, 21:08

Hey ya

Welcome aboard. Have fun dodging bullets here lol. Hopefully I'll meet you in a few weeks at one of the rides!!!

yeah definitley seems like a few chch 250 riders here to, im always keen to meet new people to ride with:cool:

No FX

27th September 2007, 21:29

:angry2::laugh: yeah i noticed. makes for good reading tho

that was a compliment:)

or would you rather i had said " man you guys have some boring as shit discussions"

The Lone Rider

27th September 2007, 23:41

onearmedbandit

28th September 2007, 01:47

I would never do such a thing.

Rashika

28th September 2007, 05:10

Be sure to do some one armed lane splitting while weaving through the port hills. It just wouldn't be worthwhile otherwise. :buggerd:

If you get 20 new members within the first month, let me know. I'll want to be on your text mailing list.

why would you wanna do that? not much traffic up there... or haven't you been up there much?

we value quality over quantity by the way

JWALKER

28th September 2007, 08:06

Rashika

28th September 2007, 08:23

im in for that. but, even using both arms, i have trouble keepin up with you, lol:chase::2thumbsup

theres only one place i have managed to stay in front of OAB and thats on the buckets, but I doubt that that will last... ;)
Will you be there this weekend OAB?? You've been quiet on the matter... :shifty:

imdying

28th September 2007, 09:13

If you get 20 new members within the first month, let me know. I'll want to be on your text mailing list.Why? <_< You want to video tape a cluster fuck? :lol:

Deviant Esq

28th September 2007, 09:20

Well Phoenix and Deviant have gone to take a look at some of the routes.
...and I rode fireliv's Bandit.

Thoughts (with reference to riding the NZ): Hmm... so this is what it's like to ride a bike that actually has brakes?! By comparison, the NZ might as well have brake pads made of cheese. The first time I grabbed the brake lever (on the Bandit) it had more bite than I expected, it surprised me. After that, however, I was able to use it with confidence, more confidence than on the NZ even after having ridden it for nearly two years.

I also felt that the motor was much nicer, too. Sure, water cooled, inline four, compared to an air cooled single, it ought to be, but I liked it. Probably only a nose faster than the NZ, but much smoother and more pull higher in the rev range... it just felt more effortless too.

The riding position didn't suit me much though. Relatively low seat, and high pegs that were too far forward to get comfortable. Wearing my zip together leathers it was difficult getting my feet back on the pegs after pulling away from an intersection, and didn't get any more comfortable once on the move. Indeed, after checking out a 10 minute section of road I needed to stop and stretch my legs already. This would suit a shorter rider... or at least less restrictive leathers. :mellow:

Overall though, nice bike to ride, thanks Liv! Pity the NZ's being fixed... :whistle:

Anyway, we suspect there won't be many (if any) learners coming on this, the first Cruisy Wednesday Night Right (Christchurch chapter ;)), so we reckon out through Halswell, down old Tai Tapu Road (past Rossendale), out thru Motukarara, over Gebbies Pass, maybe stop for a leak (and let others catch up, though this is definitely a cruise, no hurry) at the Wheatsheaf, then back into town, maybe choose a pub to meet at. You can choose whether you want to take Dyers Pass Road over the hill, or around the bays and through the tunnel, we'll see you back in town either way.

Thoughts?

Ghost_Bullet

28th September 2007, 09:26

I might even try make it, midweeek sux for me having 24alarm cover for work. But will see if I might swindle sumthin:msn-wink:

and a suitable entertaining thread one must say!!!!!:niceone:

onearmedbandit

28th September 2007, 09:35

theres only one place i have managed to stay in front of OAB and thats on the buckets, but I doubt that that will last... ;)
Will you be there this weekend OAB?? You've been quiet on the matter... :shifty:

Fucking hoping to be out there, I've been quite busy over the past few weeks, overseas, looking after my daughter etc, and haven't had the chance to do any work on the bucket.

Joni

28th September 2007, 09:41

I hope with all my hope to see you OAB :sunny:

Rashika

28th September 2007, 09:42

Fucking hoping to be out there, I've been quite busy over the past few weeks, overseas, looking after my daughter etc, and haven't had the chance to do any work on the bucket.

yeah but its an FXR... whats there to do?
Put fuel in it and check the tyres, there all racepreped! :Punk:

Route sounds good DE

onearmedbandit

28th September 2007, 09:49

Deviant Esq

28th September 2007, 10:16

Last time I had a fueling issue with the bike, and although bren_chch offered to have a look at it both our schedules have made it difficult to get together to work on it. I'll fire it up today and see what happens.
Fuelling issue eh... I've got the perfect solution.

Step 1. Take one 30 gallon drum of fuel. Step 2. Apply liberally... :baby:

JMemonic

28th September 2007, 19:07

Seems like there will be quite a bunch going. And JMemonic dont worry about your bike being a POS, you aint seen my Kat yet lol.

Spuds I have never seen a Kat I did not like, if I could swap my project GSX750ESD for a 750 Kat in a similar order well ....

JMemonic

28th September 2007, 19:33

Folks I might have missed it but has a meeting place and time been decided yet?

Also has anyone decided where we are going?

As has been said there are heaps of options around here I can come up with some suggestions depending on what everyone is after, Gebbies Pass sounds good but getting there is a tad boring, unless you want to head past PMH into Hoonhay valley around the back of Halswell, and onto old Tai Tapu Rd, or for a variation you can zap down Sabys Rd, Trices Rd, Ellesmare Rd either turn here onto Lincoln - Tai Tapu Rd to Tai Tapu and onto Christchurch - Akaroa Rd or continue on through Greenpark to Ridge Rd and into the back of Motukarara and onto Christchurch - Akaroa road then over Gebbies Pass.

Just some suggestions, sure it will take a bit longer and perhaps these are ideas that can be used in later rides.

Deviant Esq

28th September 2007, 20:32

Folks I might have missed it but has a meeting place and time been decided yet?

Also has anyone decided where we are going?
Hey man. The meeting place is Burger King carpark, Moorhouse Ave, Wednesday 3 October, at 6pm (to leave at 6.30pm). We were going to go out through Halswell, down Old Tai Tapu Road, out through Motukarara, over Gebbies Pass, maybe stop at the Wheatsheaf for a leak, then head back over the hill and either over Dyers Pass Road or through the tunnel, to meet up (possibly) at the Speights Ale House.

Bear in mind that this is only the first of many (hopefully) Cruisy Wednesday Night rides, so we'll have a good chance to try out some of the variations listed in your post... especially once we start getting some more daylight! Not everyone will be coming every week, too... I think for this first one we might have too many people show up for us to take a more complicated route!

Dave-

28th September 2007, 20:53

hmm i may have my rs250 by then....but do i take a totally unfamiliar bike?

Spuds1234

28th September 2007, 21:03

hmm i may have my rs250 by then....but do i take a totally unfamiliar bike?

Yes. Yes you do. We wont be rushing around like mad men so you should be right.

JMemonic

28th September 2007, 21:12

Hey man. The meeting place is Burger King carpark, Moorhouse Ave, Wednesday 3 September, at 6pm (to leave at 6.30pm). We were going to go out through Halswell, down Old Tai Tapu Road, out through Motukarara, over Gebbies Pass, maybe stop at the Wheatsheaf for a leak, then head back over the hill and either over Dyers Pass Road or through the tunnel, to meet up (possibly) at the Speights Ale House.

Bear in mind that this is only the first of many (hopefully) Cruisy Wednesday Night rides, so we'll have a good chance to try out some of the variations listed in your post... especially once we start getting some more daylight! Not everyone will be coming every week, too... I think for this first one we might have too many people show up for us to take a more complicated route!

Good plan looking forward to seeing you all, I will be a bit a of a random rider on these nights due to my job but that's life.

200BUSA

28th September 2007, 21:38

200BUSA

28th September 2007, 21:39

Edit your post DE.

Deviant Esq

28th September 2007, 22:07

LOL, whoops. Fixed. It's all in the first post of the thread anyway :o

No FX

28th September 2007, 22:17

hmm i may have my rs250 by then....but do i take a totally unfamiliar bike?

the only way to get familiar with it is to ride it and a cruisy ride is the place to start;)

helenoftroy

28th September 2007, 22:40

Seems like there will be quite a bunch going. And JMemonic dont worry about your bike being a POS, you aint seen my Kat yet lol.

My bike is not an attractive sight:no::no:

Ugly as sin really - but the next ones going to be a gorgeous sight:devil2:

Will try and make this week - and if i cant will definitely make some Wednesdays

Im another oldie:scooter::scooter:

uNople

29th September 2007, 12:09

Cool, I'll be looking forward to this ride.

The bike's currently unusable due to a fucked chain/sprockets combo (for maximum damage) - otherwise I'd be on my way to the Little River rally :(

Thankfully, the new chain/sprockets arrive Monday, so I'll be putting them in and wearing them in Monday and Tuesday so I can come Wednesday. If my flatmate gets his bike back by then, he'll come as well. Glad to hear it's learner friendly, as that's just what he needs.

One possible route if you wanted to go about 80Kms (maybe 100) is to Halswell, right at the lights, first left, then you hit a back road to Lincoln. Follow that until you get to the stop sign, turn right, go through Lincoln and turn left at the roundabout. This takes you through coes ford, and you end up at a small backwater place called Leeston. Stop there at the local for drinks, then back to chch the same way (unless there's another fun way to get back - the main roads are as boring as hell).

The roads are pretty good, and the reason I like this road is because it's flat and twisty - a bit of a change from Gebbies pass, or Akaroa.

It'll be good if we go over Gebbies, but can we choose to ride up the front (away from the newbies)? Oh, and will there be fast/meduim/slow groups? That way, everyone is satisfied I think.

fireliv

29th September 2007, 12:22

My understanding is that depending on who comes and how many, that they will create fast/slow groups. Gonna be good I hope

200BUSA

29th September 2007, 13:39

laRIKin

29th September 2007, 17:29

As long as everyone watches there following distance - just in case front rider hits the brakes hard -WE dont want a domino effect with everyone rear ending each other(dont be rude anyone).
Should be a good ride if the weather is like todays.

And if we can say together by staying in visual contact with the person behind you.

SDU and I may also turn up as well.
As SDU has shown some interest and has that night of work.

Bren

29th September 2007, 18:33

Gimme a bit of time and I will join these rides....once I get my girl up and running....anyone know of a good name to name an 89GPX other than crapheap???

Deviant Esq

29th September 2007, 21:16

anyone know of a good name to name an 89GPX other than crapheap???
Names specific to an '89 GPX?! Um... :blink:

You don't have to give your bike a name, but if you find yourself calling it something, then whatever floats your boat. Heck, I don't even call mine "she" or "her", only ever refer to it as "the NZ".

Either way though, when you get her / it / crapheap (;)) running, come along for a cruisy ride. :niceone:

phoenixgtr

29th September 2007, 21:27

Looks like we might have a few more people than expected. This should be good.

In terms of fast/slow groups we'll decide on the night depending on who turns up, but we'll always make sure theres a lead rider and a tail rider for the slow group, who know where they're going. If you know where you're going and you get bored with the pace, feel free to go ahead and the rest of us will meet you at the destination.

Cool. See you all on Wednesday :niceone:

helenoftroy

30th September 2007, 00:36

And if we can say together by staying in visual contact with the person behind you.

SDU and I may also turn up as well.
As SDU has shown some interest and has that night of work.

Cool :2thumbsup

Wod be good to see you two - and I dont know anyone else:weep::weep:

Sal can you text me if you go ??? Really want to eyeball the new guzzis:woohoo:

laRIKin

30th September 2007, 08:30

Cool :2thumbsup

Wod be good to see you two - and I dont know anyone else:weep::weep:

Sal can you text me if you go ??? Really want to eyeball the new guzzis:woohoo:

We/she will if we go.

It's down to weather and how she feels as two of the other girls have been a way on holiday and she has been holding down the fort and working 7 to 7 most days.

Jerms

30th September 2007, 10:44

Yayyy, I'll be there!!!

Sorry, a bit too keen? :mellow:

Deviant Esq

30th September 2007, 11:41

200BUSA

30th September 2007, 11:50

i will be there if its fine - any sign of rain and i will be in front of the fire watching tv.

Spuds1234

30th September 2007, 18:06

Nah, can't be too keen to head out for a ride! :cool:

Weather at this stage is supposed to be average - cool southerly with a chance of drizzle. Let's hope that doesn't eventuate... But at any rate, I'll be showing up regardless. Take more than a few drops of rain to scare me away :)

So long as the road is dry-ish.

Hopefully the road wont be all slippery like when we went to Diamond Harbour.

Nearly lost the front end on the first shady corner coming back to Christchurch.

Deviant Esq

30th September 2007, 19:10

So long as the road is dry-ish.

Hopefully the road wont be all slippery like when we went to Diamond Harbour.

Nearly lost the front end on the first shady corner coming back to Christchurch.
Indeed. Yeah, that was quite hairy... I think both of us had one end or the other break loose a couple of times. Still, no grit to worry about any more, so hopefully it won't be too bad even if the road does get a little damp. I guess we'll just have to find out on the night.

Dave-

30th September 2007, 22:46

Yayyy, I'll be there!!!

Sorry, a bit too keen? :mellow:

im real amped too aye...

SpeedyGirl

1st October 2007, 09:55

I might just have to wander along, as long as i can still be my usual slow self :D :lol:
Deviant - make sure you txt me with these rides as i am not online a lot...TA :2thumbsup

SDU

1st October 2007, 15:03

I might just have to wander along, as long as i can still be my usual slow self :D :lol:
Deviant - make sure you txt me with these rides as i am not online a lot...TA :2thumbsup

You can dawdle along with me if ya like -will race you to see who's the Nana Queen:msn-wink:

SDU

1st October 2007, 15:06

Cool :2thumbsup

Wod be good to see you two - and I dont know anyone else:weep::weep:

Sal can you text me if you go ??? Really want to eyeball the new guzzis:woohoo:

Yeah it'll be good to catch up. If I'm not too sore I'll pop along -finally have a 1/2 a day off Wednes.

Deviant Esq

1st October 2007, 16:00

I might just have to wander along, as long as i can still be my usual slow self :D :lol:
Deviant - make sure you txt me with these rides as i am not online a lot...TA :2thumbsup
Sure thing, will be good to have you along. Don't worry, the pace will be nice and easy. :niceone:

Skyryder

1st October 2007, 17:49

So where's the desination. I like night riding but usually go solo. Not too sure yet.

Skyryder

Deviant Esq

1st October 2007, 17:59

So where's the desination. I like night riding but usually go solo. Not too sure yet.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1224876&postcount=130

...although we'll be taking suggestions as to where to go each week, to give people a chance to discover roads they didn't really know about. :niceone:

BADGRL

1st October 2007, 20:25

Another 3 of us chickies would love to come along.... think it's just me this week though. Looking forward to learning a few things :woohoo:

Oakie

1st October 2007, 21:14

We'll have to wait until Mrs Oakie gets a new bike to put in an appearance now. Bloody thieving mongrels!

T.W.R

1st October 2007, 22:20

Been avidly watching this thread progress ;)
definitely thinking of skipping work early on Weds to be able to make it up to town, though weather will be the deciding factor :crazy: heard mention of bloody snow & shite on Wednesday though :argh:
fingers crossed that any weather that is coming pisses off and doesn't build up to much :yes:

Deviant Esq

1st October 2007, 22:41

definitely thinking of skipping work early on Weds to be able to make it up to town, though weather will be the deciding factor :crazy: heard mention of bloody snow & shite on Wednesday though :argh:
fingers crossed that any weather that is coming pisses off and doesn't build up to much :yes:
Damned right, now that's commitment for the rest of you lot! ;)

Damned weather! Been watching the weather reports as well the last few days... it's threating to ruin the first and much anticipated meet!! Still, the response has been way better than what me or Phoenix were expecting... we thought we'd have very little interest and maybe a half dozen would turn up at most! I think it's great to have so much interest - it will be a great opportunity for everyone to meet some new faces, new people to ride with... so yeah, fingers crossed the bad weather stays away!

Either way though, if this Wednesday turns out to be shyte... there's always next week! We'll keep trying until we get the weather we're after... and then keep doing it anyway just for the sheer hell of it. :cool:

Less than two months and I can sit my full... this'll help distract me until then!! :shutup:

JWALKER

2nd October 2007, 07:01

i would not worry to much about the weather DE, the forcast usually mean crap all, just take it as it comes, if it's fine all good, if not i will be like 200BUSA and in front of the tv.

also, if anyone wants any help with lines, let me know and i would be happy to help. im no expert, but happy to help however possible :done:

SDU

2nd October 2007, 14:22

We'll have to wait until Mrs Oakie gets a new bike to put in an appearance now. Bloody thieving mongrels!

I heard about what happened to her bike I hope the cops track those mongrels down fast.
Hope she doesn't have to wait to long to replace it.

Rashika

2nd October 2007, 15:24

I heard about what happened to her bike I hope the cops track those mongrels down fast.
Hope she doesn't have to wait to long to replace it.

WHAT??? :(

phoenixgtr

2nd October 2007, 15:54

WHAT??? :(

Stolen from the Palms. Theres a thread about it on here somewhere.

Sorry Oakies. That really sucks

Transalper

2nd October 2007, 19:29

I have the evening off tomorow for a change so will pop along for this first one too.

dangerous

2nd October 2007, 20:03

also, if anyone wants any help with lines, let me know and i would be happy to help.

hahaha... um would those lines be, off the road and arse over kite :clap:
Man, ya see this is what I dont get about half of you lot... there are guys with SFA experance offering help.
I have over 200,000kms up my sleave and over 20years non stop riding and I am still learning every day I ride, I offer help when asked but always say "this works for me but may not for you" whos to say I know what Im on about... so go figger how a turky that wasent even in his/her dipers when I was hoisting my 1st wheelie knows what the hell they are on about.:scooter:

Rashika

2nd October 2007, 20:10

:jerry: :jerry:

fireliv

2nd October 2007, 20:22

hahaha... um would those lines be, off the road and arse over kite :clap:
Man, ya see this is what I dont get about half of you lot... there are guys with SFA experance offering help.
I have over 200,000kms up my sleave and over 20years non stop riding and I am still learning every day I ride, I offer help when asked but always say "this works for me but may not for you" whos to say I know what Im on about... so go figger how a turky that wasent even in his/her dipers when I was hoisting my 1st wheelie knows what the hell they are on about.:scooter:

Just a thought..... gonna put it out there..
Might be your attitude or personality? Might just rub people the wrong way.........

Ghost_Bullet

2nd October 2007, 20:31

Just thinking how bad:cold: will the weather have to be for this ride/get-together have to be to be put off???

Was not to bad out here today-nite in Rangi' heard there was rain in town today... not a drop on my turf anyways.....

dangerous

2nd October 2007, 20:32

Just a thought..... gonna put it out there..
Might be your attitude or personality? Might just rub people the wrong way.........

ohhh attitude... definitly attude, or maybe personality, yeah thats what it is personality... or just maybe Im trying to make a point and a piss take at the same time.

phoenixgtr

2nd October 2007, 20:42

The Lone Rider

2nd October 2007, 20:58

I have added this to the Chromed Knuckles event calendar with repeat every week enabled.

I will put your email as the contact person if you give me the OK ryan.

Other then that it just has the details shown in first post, and a link to this thread.

Should get the odd cruiser rider then.

Enjoy the ride, I am unable to make it for more then a hello as these rides clash with my work schedule and when they dont clash with my work schedule I'm usually asleep or drunk by 5pm.

Transalper

2nd October 2007, 21:10

My favourite Weather site (http://www.metvuw.co.nz/forecast/forecast.php?type=rain&region=nzsi) says all the rain will happen tonight, be gone and fine by Wednesday afternoon.
It spat at us this afternoon and is bucketing down here now. Just started in time for my walk home from work. Oh yay.

Deviant Esq

2nd October 2007, 21:36

If it's raining it won't be happening. Theres always next Wednesday...and the next etc.
Exactly. If it's anything like it is at the moment (howling southerly and raining sideways) the last place anyone will want to be is out riding their bike... so we'll just put it off until next Wednesday... or the next... and go from there.

I have added this to the Chromed Knuckles event calendar with repeat every week enabled.

I will put your email as the contact person if you give me the OK Ryan.
Cool, cheers. Yes, you can use my email as the contact person if you wish.

The Lone Rider

2nd October 2007, 21:39

Cool, cheers. Yes, you can use my email as the contact person if you wish.
No problem, when I sober up Ill add it in. Its been rather depressing finding a bigger cruiser that I can afford and actually like. All the japanese cruisers I looked at sounded like farts in a tin can, even if they performed and looked ok.

JWALKER

3rd October 2007, 06:42

ohhh attitude... definitly attude, or maybe personality, yeah thats what it is personality... or just maybe Im trying to make a point and a piss take at the same time.

I am so sick of your shit D. i was trying to help some of the new riders out that want it and might not feel too confident and all you can do is give attuide.
there are nothing wrong with my lines. unlike some f#&kwits on here, i dont have anything to prove and ride what i feel comfortable at and when im going to push it, i normally ride ahead of the group and push it by myself, as you well know last time we saw each other riding, i don't put anyone else in the group in danger:blank:

phoenixgtr

3rd October 2007, 07:36

I can feel it in my gut that this weathers going to clear by lunch time...but, then again, that might just be breakfast I can feel :wacko:

Dave-

3rd October 2007, 08:45

im here at work watching it go from sunny to hailing in 30 seconds...

yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining! yay it's sunny! no it's raining!

Deviant Esq

3rd October 2007, 09:29

Absolutely hammering rain at my place right now, it's coming down in sheets with the howling wind blasting it around as well. Not looking good at this stage... I guess we'll see how it looks a bit later on, though.

Dangerous and JWalker: Do ya think we can just give you each a club and see what happens? :corn:

Rashika

3rd October 2007, 10:41

Dangerous and JWalker: Do ya think we can just give you each a club and see what happens? :corn:

move over and stop hogging that damn popcorn would ya :girlfight:

c what ya got here is old and experienced vs young and accident prone... no disrespect to anyone but I know which one I'd rather follow

NiggleC

3rd October 2007, 10:48

Looking out the office window to the south the cloud seems to be breaking up and its the lightest its been all day. Thats me giving it the kiss off death!! it will probably start snowing soon. Hopefully will collect my bike at the dealers this arvo after it went for a service yesterday.

JWALKER

3rd October 2007, 10:53

Rashika

3rd October 2007, 11:05

yeah, your comment doesn't suprise me rashika, and i have my own comments about your riding.

accident prone?, really. cause i have had two scarpes?.maybe you should remeber the facts of what happend at them and the only that has opinon on either one of those crashes is bren_ch, cause he was actually there.

really, tell me more... given that I have never ridden with you

yes accident prone.. I could have been a lot harsher in my comments, but I'm giving you the benefit of the doubt, not something you give other people obviously

Dave-

3rd October 2007, 11:34

accidents are enevitable, the longer you live the closer to 100% your chances of having an accident are.

if we lived forever we'd all die of accidents.

JWALKER

3rd October 2007, 11:36

benefit of the doubt?. really, you tell me how i have not given someone the benefit of the doubt?.
i make one comment on here bout trying to help some people with their lines if they want too, they don't have too, its only an offer and i start getting rubbished by D, tell me how that's fair?.
i have had two accidents - one, because i admit i was travelling too fast out of corner.
second one - cause someone turned in front of me. both times i have avoided hitting the vechile and done miniuim damage to my bike and myself and the other person.

i will not rubbish someone on a public forum which is what seems to be happening to me, if i want to say something about someones riding i will PM them. this is not the place for it, this is DE thread, bout setting up a ride and having a good time riding, so it should be left at that.
if you have something to say to me or D, then pm me, don't start rubbishing me on a public forum.
yes, i have ridden with you a couple of times,one of them was down to the magpie madness rally last year. but, i will PM you about it, if you want, i am not bringing it up on here

phoenixgtr

3rd October 2007, 11:42

i will not rubbish someone on a public forum which is what seems to be happening to me, if i want to say something about someones riding i will PM them. this is not the place for it, this is DE thread, bout setting up a ride and having a good time riding, so it should be left at that.

Thanks. My thoughts exactly.

As for Dangerous, if you're so experienced and have so much advice to offer, then why aren't you a KB mentor? I was appalled to see theres only 1 mentor in Canterbury. Come on guys, step up!!

onearmedbandit

3rd October 2007, 11:46

Weathers looking shitty still. And none of you fookers can ride.

onearmedbandit

3rd October 2007, 12:28

Hey what happened to your post Rashika???

Rashika

3rd October 2007, 12:46

Hey what happened to your post Rashika???

sometimes I just cant be bothered arguing the toss when people are too het up to listen :girlfight: and i'm a chick I'm expected to change my mind. :lol:

maybe all I will say is the reason there are few mentors here in chch is cos they end up with the brunt of the blame if things shit themselves.
Dangerous has organised a few rides over the years on kb, and done a good job at taking care of people. But it is a stressfull thing and i can understand why he doesn't volunteer at times.
I know there are some damn fine riders in chch, and I will ride with them anyday ;)
But in that situation very small groups are the best to learn in, one on one even... non pressurised and no egos competing

phoenixgtr

3rd October 2007, 13:26

But in that situation very small groups are the best to learn in, one on one even... non pressurised and no egos competing

I agree with that. I guess I just value the likes of Uncle B alot. He often took newer riders out one on one and tought them alot about riding. I believe that is the ideal situation, but I understand that it takes someone with a heart of gold and alot of patience for that role. I also understand that theres alot of pressure on the mentors and not alot of reward.

helenoftroy

3rd October 2007, 13:28

Bloody weather!!! now lts hailing!!!

onearmedbandit

3rd October 2007, 13:29

Yes, doesn't look promising at all.

Transalper

3rd October 2007, 14:05

Yes, doesn't look promising at all.

And they call me a pessimist.

The fine spells are getting bigger, the wind comes and goes, I have a windscreen tweak to test, I'm going for a ride. Stuff the weather what ever it does.

Rashika

3rd October 2007, 14:36

Yes, doesn't look promising at all.

looking perfect to the south now, still a strong wind tho

JWALKER

3rd October 2007, 15:01

The fine spells are getting bigger, the wind comes and goes, I have a windscreen tewak to test, I'm going for a ride. Stuff the weather what ever it does.

i will be at bk at 6.30pm

Deviant Esq

3rd October 2007, 15:36

Looking good now. Not the warmest, o'course, but if you can cope with that, see you there 6 - 6.30 :)

Ghost_Bullet

3rd October 2007, 15:48

Bloody nice here in Rangi', Shorts t-shirt... sun beemin'.

Wot the heck, if the dinner is eatin in time... we may well be.

phoenixgtr

3rd October 2007, 16:06

I'll definately be there. See you all there :niceone:

Dave-

3rd October 2007, 16:25

gotta dry out my main kit

otherwise its dragin pants and a single thread leather jacket...

had to ride to belfast and then papanui to pick up some stock that wasent transfered today...right through the middle of the storm...

I had ice building up on my dash and in the folds of my jacket, i had a small pool settle in the crotch area of my pants which seeped through and froze my balls

BUT I GOT THROUGH FOR THE CUSTOMER!!!:clap:

Skyryder

3rd October 2007, 16:44

I was going to go for a fish but changed my mind. Any ways I'm going to have a scoffup at the end of ride somewhere. Wifes been away for the day so good excuse to leave the kitchen tidy.

Skyryder

Ghost_Bullet

3rd October 2007, 16:46

Me be there closer to 6.30pm:cool:

onearmedbandit

3rd October 2007, 16:47

I'll be there by 6:30pm.

SDU

3rd October 2007, 16:51

We'll be pushing it to be there in time so will give it a miss, but will make it on another week.
Those going have a good ride:sunny:

fireliv

3rd October 2007, 18:21

Just went and saw them off, bout 25 riders showed up! Awesome stuff. Real spectrum of bikes and riders.

Hope it goes well, look forward to the pics!:2thumbsup

The Lone Rider

3rd October 2007, 19:30

Ah 25 is quite a bit! :)

Fingers crossed people dont get bored with the idea.

Dave-

3rd October 2007, 20:14

awesome, that was great fun, cool meeting everyone.

I'll be at BK next wednesday at 6pm with the 'prilia.

uNople

3rd October 2007, 20:28

Yep, that was awesome. Big turnout (20+ bikes), so hopefully around the same next time. I'll definitely be there next wed :)

JMemonic

3rd October 2007, 20:43

Was a lot of fun, a big thanks to all, it was interesting to see all the bikes lined up at BK then watching all the folks who parked their cages in a position so that the would walk past all the bikes to get into to the store.

It was nice to meet many of you, hopefully someone post a decent after ride report.

To those who missed out this time due to other commitments, judging by the comments of some this will become a regular event so there is always next time:woohoo:

No FX

3rd October 2007, 20:44

yeah it was an awesome turnout! good to see the sun showed up for it too- my hands were still frozen by the time we got to the wheatsheaf though:)

dangerous

3rd October 2007, 20:50

SVboy

3rd October 2007, 20:53

Yes, well done to those who got off their butts and organized it, great turnout-lets build on it in the future.

Dave-

3rd October 2007, 20:54

Now with all them wallys quoted... good spin people bit late I was tho so headed straight over to find no one there so I booted it up Gebbies to see ya's all headed down, quick u turn and back into the pub for a beer.
Good to meet those that I did and sorry to those I didnt get the chance to say hi to. :beer:

i wondered if that black blur in the opposite direction was one of us catching up..

then when you said hi i thought "i dont remember seeing him at BK...and he has a black bike! AH HA!"

Ghost_Bullet

3rd October 2007, 21:18

Well that was good, even though I nearly burnt y mnounth off/out scoffing fish and chips before jumping on the bike, and remembering I aint put any gas in... it was 6pm already. And once on the road remember that I had forgot my camera... :blank:
Well I did make it by a hairs breath, but who put all the frekin gates and changed the layout of the BK car park. A bit of cross country and J riding I made it in the end, and a shit load of bikes.
A good ride in all, a long time since I had been to Halswell in that direction, I was almost lost, esp with the sunning beeing and burning my eyes so everything looked white.

It only got colder and colder gebbies was 5 then 4 degress coming down the other side.
The beer was nice and chilling... like I needed to chill down!!!
The rockin rollin road around the the tunnel made the bladder :pinch: The loose gravel that was sign posted, but kinda ignored. Then through to the mighty Speights ale house (never had been there) Toilet:jerry: and while walking out and then back in a couple coming out complementing with disgusted comments about expensive stuff... nice place though, and I never found anything expensive ???
And then the run home to home... the iceacle came up on the dash as the temp sunk to 3 degrees C.
Oh glad to sit here and have this coffee.

Looking forward to warmer and longer daylight hours.... :cool: and I will remember sunglasses for those ones.

JMemonic

3rd October 2007, 21:22

Well I did make it by a hairs breath, but who pout all the frekin gates and changed the layout of the BK car park. A bit of cross country and J riding I made it in the end, and a shit load of bikes.

I was wondering when Guzzi released a Paris to Dakar model:lol:

Transalper

3rd October 2007, 22:09

Thanks guys for starting this up. I'd like to go again, work permitting.... so see ya again next Wednesday with a bit of luck.

phoenixgtr

3rd October 2007, 22:14

phoenixgtr

3rd October 2007, 22:16

Some more pics:

The Lone Rider

3rd October 2007, 22:19

Awesome ride guys!! There was 25 bikes in total, which was alot more than I expected, so thats great. If anyones got suggestions for different routes, that would be really helpful.

See you all next week

P.S. Heres some pics:

Oooo, I recognize several of those bikes! hahah

Who does the red cruiser and the black one two left over belong to and what are they? :D Black one might not be a cruiser.. a little hard to tell.

onearmedbandit

3rd October 2007, 22:54

Good ride. Cheers for the pics phoenixgtr. Good to meet those that I did.

Deviant Esq

3rd October 2007, 22:57

That was cool. :cool:

Thanks to all who made the effort and showed up, really made it worthwhile. When phoenix PMed me saying what did I reckon about starting one up, I said that I was keen but that it'd most likely take a while to catch on... we honestly thought it'd be us, plus maybe a half dozen other bikes, tops. Then with the weather earlier today, we thought we'd have to call it off... but after all that, a great turnout! Good to see a good mix too - a lot of the usual suspects (lookin' at you, D ;)), but a good half dozen new faces too, great stuff.

Anyway, good first meet I thought, gives us a good base for having a regular ride! :cool:

Some feedback would be cool though - what'd people think of...

The meeting place? There are others we could use...
The route taken? Not too long a ride... or was it too short?
The pace of the ride? Did you feel it was snail's pace or too quick?...and so on.

Can't blame people if they thought I was going a bit slow... I wasn't on my own bike, so I didn't know my mount that well (and didn't want to put it down!)... and just figured out I've never actually ridden in the dark before without the aid of streetlights! It was kinda daunting going around the bays in the dark, felt like I'd never been on the road before... so yeah, hope you didn't get frustrated sitting behind me! Was supposed to be a cruisy ride, though... :bleh:

Anyway, some pics (courtesy of uNople, cheers man :cool:):
1. Half of the bikes that turned up....
2. The other half
3. Wheatsheaf carpark. Foreground: Dangerous (de helmeting), Glen (back turned), Ghost Bullet (hands in pockets), Suzie Q (lid still on).
4. From left: Deviant Esq (on bike), phoenixgtr (back turned), onearmedbandit (going slow enough to photo ;)), Ghost Bullet.
5. Skyrider (chitchatting), Ghost Bullet, Rashika's XB12R
6. Foreground: onearmedbandit (longest he's been in one spot), Spuds1234, Dave-, Deviant Esq, phoenixgtr (back turned), SVBoy (back turned... rides a GSXR :p), Transalper. Background included: JWALKER (obscured) + pillion, BADGRL, No FX (?)...

Deviant Esq

3rd October 2007, 23:42

Oh, and coz someone will probably request it...

Spuds1234's (56789) Katana. :niceone:

Though, if you look closely, you can spot it in the other pics I posted. As in pic 4, in the middle ground, to the left of the DB sign, Spuds1234 clutching part of his jacket and looking wistfully away into the hills... :mellow: :shutup: :laugh: :lol:

uNople

4th October 2007, 00:21

Some feedback would be cool though - what'd people think of...

The meeting place? There are others we could use...
The route taken? Not too long a ride... or was it too short?
The pace of the ride? Did you feel it was snail's pace or too quick?

Meeting place was great, it's easy to find, and has a huge carpark.
It would be nice for a longer ride, but this was a good ride anyway - it's fun riding in a group.
As for the pace - I was part of the group that went the fast way (out through the back roads) so we were going at a good pace. I think that we will split into wee groups anyway - the traffic lights aren't good for keeping the group together as a whole.

My suggestions? Maybe a highlighted map of the route on kb before we go - so that if we get left behind, we know where we're going and can catch up.

Spuds1234

4th October 2007, 00:49

Ride was great. I thoroughly enjoyed myself.

It was weird riding in a group that large though. Constantly wondering what and where people were doing around you. It was all good once I decided to just make my own space and tear off up a head a bit.

Wasnt such a smart idea on the way back. After the bit of road that had new seal on I stopped to see if anyone would come unstuck on it (as I nearly did), as soon as the first rider came around the corner I took off again. I thought you guys were right behind me. Was I ever wrong.

And to top that, I wasnt listening to the directions and went to the wrong Ale House :doh:

Aside from that it was an excellent ride and I will definitly be there in the future when I can.

Oh, and coz someone will probably request it...

Spuds1234's (56789) Katana. :niceone:

Though, if you look closely, you can spot it in the other pics I posted. As in pic 4, in the middle ground, to the left of the DB sign, Spuds1234 clutching part of his jacket and looking wistfully away into the hills... :mellow: :shutup: :laugh: :lol:

Yea the Kats always a talking point. Its a pity they dont make bikes like they used to. Modern styling has nothing on the older stuff.

As for the hills, it was a nice view and I figured it maybe a while before I see something like that again so I made the most of it.

Rashika

4th October 2007, 04:23

Oooo, I recognize several of those bikes! hahah

Who does the red cruiser and the black one two left over belong to and what are they? :D Black one might not be a cruiser.. a little hard to tell.

they are hardly cruisers mate :lol:
an XJ750 (Jmemonic) and the 250 Bandit (DE courtesy of Fireliv)

Nice to meet you all, tried to say hi to a few, but hard when you get chatting to some. Couldn't stay for the last bit to Speights, had animals to look after, thats life I guess.
Good Job Phoenix and DE... Tho I'm a bit glad I was last to leave and had a good run thru the old Taitapu road. So even tho we got separated, still made it to the right spot in the end. Its very difficult to keep large groups together thru town, thats the only problem with starting in the middle of town. Maybe a meeting place near the outskirts of town? just a thought...

Great pics guys ;)

dangerous

4th October 2007, 04:41

Who does the red cruiser and the black one two left over belong to and what are they? :D Black one might not be a cruiser.. a little hard to tell.

they are hardly cruisers mate :lol:
an XJ750 (Jmemonic) and the 250 Bandit (DE courtesy of Fireliv)LOL hey Rashika... acording to the some what rather juvenile P/M LS sent me last night, not only does he think we are married :killingme: but he has blocked our posts so he wont see these posts... funny shit aye :tugger:

Rashika

4th October 2007, 05:27

LOL hey Rashika... acording to the some what rather juvenile P/M LS sent me last night, not only does he think we are married :killingme: but he has blocked our posts so he wont see these posts... funny shit aye :tugger:

Really? Technically I am still married but not to the ginga grand-daddy... :lol:

Funny aint it... You help people out by going to their BBQ's to say hi, answering their PMs with as much info as you are able, even offer up the possiblity that limiting ya 'club' to cruiser riders is gonna make it difficult for non 'cruisers' to join and then ya get blocked (get ya minds outa the gutter you horrible lot)... Guess he's got a bit to do to settle comfortably into the Kiwi culture of stirring and positive feedback (pt) yet.

ah well, no loss there. :baby:

JWALKER

4th October 2007, 06:53

Good god man I aint about to P/M you you will start that SGC god shit with me, or start stalking me... mate re read what I said, which was 'how can a novice teach people when a old hack doesnt even know it all'

SGC god shit?, kind out of touch there mate, SGC doesnt actually have anything to do with that.

I make no pretenses that i know it all, which you would have got if you had reread my post. but, what is wrong with following someone's lines and helping out if they ask. i thought you with your 200,000kms and 20years riding experience blah blah, would be happy to share some tips you have, instead of being a wanker and flacking off anyone who is trying to help a fellow biker

phoenixgtr

4th October 2007, 07:37

Its very difficult to keep large groups together thru town, thats the only problem with starting in the middle of town. Maybe a meeting place near the outskirts of town? just a thought...

I thought the same thing. The group just got completely split up on the way out and the first group arrived at the destination last!!

helenoftroy

4th October 2007, 08:28

I thought the same thing. The group just got completely split up on the way out and the first group arrived at the destination last!!

I thought I was following the group in front and took the lot behind me the wrong way - sorry:(

Next time I come out Ill stay further back-PROMISE:Oops:

Really enjoyed the ride and meeting some of you.Will try and make it when I can

Thanks to you guys for organizing it.:niceone:

Rashika

4th October 2007, 09:31

I thought I was following the group in front and took the lot behind me the wrong way - sorry:(

Next time I come out Ill stay further back-PROMISE:Oops:

Really enjoyed the ride and meeting some of you.Will try and make it when I can

Thanks to you guys for organizing it.:niceone:

yep wa nice meeting you too... I even recognise the bike in your avatar now! Luv the colour by the way!

helenoftroy

4th October 2007, 10:39

yep wa nice meeting you too... I even recognise the bike in your avatar now! Luv the colour by the way!

Good to meet you to Rashika

Colour is not good:dodge:bloody awfull actually:sick::sick:

Wish to point out the colour of my bike does not match my preference in ........ as my 17 yr old was quick to comment on:clap: hes very sure he NEVER wants a ride home from Shirley Boys on the Bemer:scooter:cant think why!!!

Rashika

4th October 2007, 10:43

Good to meet you to Rashika

Colour is not good:dodge:bloody awfull actually:sick::sick:

Wish to point out the colour of my bike does not match my preference in ........ as my 17 yr old was quick to comment on:clap: hes very sure he NEVER wants a ride home from Shirley Boys on the Bemer:scooter:cant think why!!!

nahhhhh nothing wrong with, at least it stands out from the crowd! :yes:

JMemonic

4th October 2007, 14:29

Oooo, I recognize several of those bikes! hahah

Who does the red cruiser and the black one two left over belong to and what are they? :D Black one might not be a cruiser.. a little hard to tell.

they are hardly cruisers mate :lol:
an XJ750 (Jmemonic) and the 250 Bandit (DE courtesy of Fireliv)

Guilty as charged. Its a naked XJ750, there are still some around with a partial fairing arrangement, I prefer the look of it like that (the fairing is in the garage).

Some may have heard me say at the Speights pub that my bike had developed an odd noise, today has been spent replacing the front wheel bearings and fixing the speedo cable drive, it was a tad messy in there.

I cant remember everyone's names but I said to someone I might have a tail light assembly that would fit, could you please PM me and we will arrange a day to see if we cant graft this on to your bike.

The Lone Rider

4th October 2007, 14:34

Guilty as charged. Its a naked XJ750, there are still some around with a partial fairing arrangement, I prefer the look of it like that (the fairing is in the garage).

What year is your one?

And now that I've looked more closely, I meant the third one over to the left from your XJ

Rashika

4th October 2007, 15:00

What year is your one?

And now that I've looked more closely, I meant the third one over to the left from your XJ

The only cruiser on the ride was Skyriders guzzi California, its there is one of the pics somewhere

Bren_chch

4th October 2007, 15:10

Wow what a great turnout u had, can u post some pics on the other forums too?

Just for the record: Even though dangerous is a complete tosser :Pokey: he does have a wealth of riding experience and I’ve said it before and no doubt I’ll say it again... i've learnt a lot from following and watching how dangerous rides on the road and its help me a lot. So if you get the chance and want to learn more about riding, best road lines and general tips then dont be shy, improve your riding and be safer... just ask the old gumpy tosser!

:niceone:

JWALKER

4th October 2007, 15:32

i totally agree with you bren that D has alot of experiance and anyone could learn alot from his riding.
what i was pissed off about, was getting flack for offering to help

laRIKin

4th October 2007, 17:50

Guilty as charged. Its a naked XJ750, there are still some around with a partial fairing arrangement, I prefer the look of it like that (the fairing is in the garage).

Hi a mate and I had one when they were new and Mike Pero (yes the mortgage man) and his brother Ian raced them.
And when they first can out, they were naked and called a Seca.

Dave-

4th October 2007, 19:57

eh...i didnt realise we were going to the ale house...

i buggered off home...

Some feedback would be cool though - what'd people think of...

The meeting place? There are others we could use...
The route taken? Not too long a ride... or was it too short?
The pace of the ride? Did you feel it was snail's pace or too quick?...and so on.

mmeting place was awesome, lots of room.

the route was about right for me, but i could imagine as i become a better rider it'd become short, perhaps we go a little bit further each week..untill we're doing runs to queenstown...

pace was hard for my wee 150, i sure took a buffeting on it.

oh as for that gravel...when it said 30 i thought it was 30 throught the obviously recently worked on turn...not the straight leaving it, luckily i was still doin 30.

BADGRL

4th October 2007, 22:13

eh...i didnt realise we were going to the ale house...
oh as for that gravel...when it said 30 i thought it was 30 throught the obviously recently worked on turn...not the straight leaving it, luckily i was still doin 30.

Haha I was having major sight troubles with my tinted visor and contacts I didn't even see the bloody 30km warning sign and I sent my bike sliding sideways for a sec when I first hit the gravel rofl!

Also cheers to the guys that came back for me hahaha... rechecked my tyre this morning and it was completely flat, had a massive leak from the valve. It must have been semi down and I didn't notice it till my tyre cooled down at the wheatsheff and we took off again.

Transalper

5th October 2007, 07:50

...rechecked my tyre this morning and it was completely flat, had a massive leak from the valve. It must have been semi down and I didn't notice it till my tyre cooled down at the wheatsheff and we took off again.lol, I carry a tyre gauge and pump so probably could have toped the pressure up on the road if I'd known.

I reckon the meeting place was perfect. Maybe a regroup at the edge of town after the last lights in what ever direction we go is called for next time.
The distance was a bit short for me, but then I'm on a 650cc bike and been around a while.
I'd be happy even going to Hanmer or the Leader Valley one night, but that might not work so well for the smaller bikes, after all it is supposed to be a novice and small bike friendly cruise.
Riding in the dark is nothing new to me either, done lots of Christchurch to Queenstown or Haast trips and all the way from Picton to Christchurch a few times in the dark. Just be patient, take it a little easier, don't out ride your light too much, and take more notice of those road work speed restrictions, although I have to admit I got caught by that 30km one this time too. Considered it a timely reminder to wake up and remember to take more notice of what I was doing instead if just chasing the tail light in front, especially since it was dark then.

TA.

SpeedyGirl

5th October 2007, 08:02

:bash: damn i missed it, was working late :angry2: I will try to get there next time, someone txt me the date and time please:scooter:

Transalper

5th October 2007, 08:12

:bash: damn i missed it, was working late :angry2: I will try to get there next time, someone txt me the date and time please:scooter:
My understanding is that this is intended to be every Wednesday, meet same place - Burger King carpark, Moorhouse Ave at 6pm. Ride departs 6:30pm. Only thing that might change is the route.

You shouldn't need anyone to txt you that same info every week.

helenoftroy

5th October 2007, 08:36

the route was about right for me, but i could imagine as i become a better rider it'd become short, perhaps we go a little bit further each week..untill we're doing runs to queenstown...

Queenstown on a Wed nite!! now that would be a wee adventure:Punk::Punk:

I reckon the meeting place was perfect. Maybe a regroup at the edge of town after the last lights in what ever direction we go is called for next time.
The distance was a bit short for me, but then I'm on a 650cc bike and been around a while.
I'd be happy even going to Hanmer or the Leader Valley one night, but that might not work so well for the smaller bikes, after all it is supposed to be a novice and small bike friendly cruise.
Riding in the dark is nothing new to me either, done lots of Christchurch to Queenstown or Haast trips and all the way from Picton to Christchurch a few times in the dark. Just be patient, take it a little easier, don't out ride your light too much, and take more notice of those road work speed restrictions, although I have to admit I got caught by that 30km one this time too. Considered it a timely reminder to wake up and remember to take more notice of what I was doing instead if just chasing the tail light in front, especially since it was dark then.

TA.

Regroup a good idea I reckon.Im keen on any destination though Im not that experienced at night riding.And yeah - There was a flick of the rear end and I was going a bit fast at that point.Settled down a bit after that:Oops:

Dave-

5th October 2007, 08:42

Haha I was having major sight troubles with my tinted visor and contacts I didn't even see the bloody 30km warning sign and I sent my bike sliding sideways for a sec when I first hit the gravel rofl!

Also cheers to the guys that came back for me hahaha... rechecked my tyre this morning and it was completely flat, had a massive leak from the valve. It must have been semi down and I didn't notice it till my tyre cooled down at the wheatsheff and we took off again.

ah, i kept an eye in my mirror as i came off it and looked for eratic headlight movement but didnt see any so thought you'd just slowed down heaps.