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Maha
3rd February 2008, 13:12
I was mowing lawns in Kara Rd this am! You coulda stopped and helped!
[Would I have stopped and helped if I had been on a spankin Busa???????...........Nahhhhh!!!!!!]

Kara rd?...is that the one by the passing lane on the way to Dargaville Al?
If so then, we you might know some friends of our that live over yonda...


Thinking of joining the Maha's on this Wednesday, anyone else keen?

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=66044

If ya wanna meet up somewhere Bendon then pm me and will let you know the roads we are taking...cher cher.

Laava
3rd February 2008, 22:22
Kara rd?...is that the one by the passing lane on the way to Dargaville Al?
If so then, we you might know some friends of our that live over yonda...



If ya wanna meet up somewhere Bendon then pm me and will let you know the roads we are taking...cher cher.

Indeed it is the same one! My folks have been there for 15yrs or so. Go on then, PM and see if it is someone I know! Small world you know.
Would love to join up on Wed but will be kayaking the Puhoi river. [ Or was that schooners at Puhoi?]:drinknsin

Laava
3rd February 2008, 22:25
Lawns/Busa - Lawns/Busa, YOU LOOSE! Yea was great to have a ride, I really enjoyed it, very very nice bike all up, but still wouldnt swap the 14 for one. There was a guy who traded his red 14 today for one, so I parked my bike out the front of Maunders declaring to Mike that now he is Maunders Kawazaki I was advertising for him :Pokey:
I think I saw you heading south early arvo today. We were returning from Waipu cave gloworm looking. Then went for a ride on a DR650 which was a lot more fun than I thought it would be! I can see why people put retard wheels on them!

T.I.E
4th February 2008, 12:50
seems like a ride on i see, cheers brendon im keen who else feels like a little ride down to ak?

what time where etc. meet yall as ya go through kaiwaka.

and i believe there is a high number of enforcers on the road. not enough activists up in waitangi this wednesday.

but who is keen?

oh you lot got to say new summer jacket in maunders is really really really good.
but yall see when i see yall next.

Unit
4th February 2008, 15:00
I think I saw you heading south early arvo today. We were returning from Waipu cave gloworm looking. Then went for a ride on a DR650 which was a lot more fun than I thought it would be! I can see why people put retard wheels on them!
Probably was I headed south about 1.30pm. Had a great catch up with the Mahas then stopped in Albany at the Wickeds for a lovely roast pork dinner, I love this KB thing. Finally got home about 10.15pm, about 1/2 hour later Chris rolled in from Wellington! (and Gordie and Tina too in the pimp wagon :yes:)

RiderInBlack
4th February 2008, 15:37
Probably was I headed south Saw ya passing through Wellsford when I was with the Use-less-lee.

Unit
4th February 2008, 16:15
Saw ya passing through Wellsford when I was with the Use-less-lee.
Yes saw you too (I think my big wave gave that away) and wondered who you were riding with.

Qkchk
4th February 2008, 20:35
ATNR is heading up to Walkworth this Thursday night if any of ya bunch of Noflander wanna come down for a chinwag & :apint:..........

Meeting at the usual spot (Bridgehouse) @ 8.15 onwards..........

T.I.E
5th February 2008, 09:29
will see ya wednesday though. too much socialising might be a bad thing.
can ya ever have too much of a good thing?

T.I.E
5th February 2008, 18:30
think they wanna meet at 9.15 at albany. dam what time do i have to wake up. shit what time do you all have to get up???????????????
but will be a good day out im sure. bloody day off and got to get up early lol.
thinking ill have to leave kaiwaka at 8am. will be pushing it but hope to turn up fasionably late.

T.I.E
5th February 2008, 19:35
its a 9 am at warkworth if anyone is keen?

txt me let me know who to expect 027 457 9427

cheers yall.

mugins
6th February 2008, 20:49
[QUOTE=Qkchk;1411610]ATNR is heading up to Walkworth this Thursday night if any of ya bunch of Noflander wanna come down for a chinwag & :apint:..........

WON'T BE ABLE TO MAKE THRUSDAY NIGHT RIDE THIS WEEK ,HAVE TO MILK THRUSDAY -FRIDAY SO I CAN MAKE THE DRAGS AT MEREMERE ON SUNDAY,ANY BODY ELSE COMING DOWN?:no: MIKE

Laava
6th February 2008, 20:55
Sorry Mike, no drags for me, I'm going to kill possums up north!:ar15::2guns:

T.I.E
7th February 2008, 15:01
ill be there, tired today ill be at the back.

T.I.E
8th February 2008, 13:48
the ride next week will have a slightly diffenent run.
mike at daragaville will be showing us around some of his roads, and hopefully point us out to a nice establishment. so make sure we are all there to join in.

:scooter:

nodrog
8th February 2008, 13:55
the ride next week will have a slightly diffenent run.
mike at daragaville will be showing us around some of his roads, and hopefully point us out to a nice establishment. so make sure we are all there to join in.

:scooter:

dont forget your :spudguita

T.I.E
8th February 2008, 13:59
dont forget your :spudguita

he got plenty em up in em hills. and gordo we are meeting up at same time same place. maunders at 6 so ill see ya there.

nodrog
8th February 2008, 14:01
he got plenty em up in em hills. and gordo we are meeting up at same time same place. maunders at 6 so ill see ya there.

i'm there every thursday at 6. none of you bastards turn up!

Unit
8th February 2008, 14:48
Sorry Mike, no drags for me, I'm going to kill possums up north!:ar15::2guns:
I'll have a 3/4 length coat for the winter please, with a nice bushy tail for the collar, preferably the possums are dead

Maha
8th February 2008, 14:49
I'll have a 3/4 length coat for the winter please, with a nice bushy tail for the collar, preferably the possums are dead

And i will have a 1/2 lenght ok?...my legs are still easy on the eye.....:cool:

nodrog
8th February 2008, 14:53
And i will have a 1/2 lenght ok?...my legs are still easy on the eye.....:cool:

just dont do any handstands, please!

Maha
8th February 2008, 14:55
just dont do any handstands, please!

Self Choking is not an option.....:eek5:

Laava
8th February 2008, 16:54
I'll have a 3/4 length coat for the winter please, with a nice bushy tail for the collar, preferably the possums are dead
Would you like that with body armour and a back protector? Oh and a little pocky for the cellphone?

Unit
12th February 2008, 20:18
Any you raggaty Norfland lot coming down for the show this Sunday? Usually hot as hell but there are facilities for riders to secure their gear for the day, will be good to see some of you's down our ways.

Mom
12th February 2008, 20:23
Any you raggaty Norfland lot coming down for the show this Sunday? Usually hot as hell but there are facilities for riders to secure their gear for the day, will be good to see some of you's down our ways.

Been a while since we were online together mate...:blip:

Pity we are heading there from Vegas, we could have shown them the way otherwise :yes:

Unit
12th February 2008, 20:26
Been a while since we were online together mate...:blip:


Yea the chair in front of the computer was strangely vacant, decided to take advantage for a while
What time you coming over from Vagas? Could ride up together

Mom
12th February 2008, 20:34
Yea the chair in front of the computer was strangely vacant, decided to take advantage for a while
What time you coming over from Vagas? Could ride up together

Pass, will have to check with head office. PM me the best # to text you on so we can liase :blip: YAY!! I can not wait for the weekend!!!

Unit
12th February 2008, 20:35
Pass, will have to check with head office. PM me the best # to text you on so we can liase :blip: YAY!! I can not wait for the weekend!!!
Will do, will be a great day

RiderInBlack
13th February 2008, 06:10
Hope ta be in Tauranga Saturday and go ta Paeroa from there.

Maha
13th February 2008, 14:08
Yea the chair in front of the computer was strangely vacant, decided to take advantage for a while
What time you coming over from Vagas? Could ride up together

Spose you girls go through Waihi aye?
We could, come over the back way (shudup Gordie) to your house, if we Leave Rottenrua at 9am, should be there 9.30ish?
What time do ya's normally get away on Paeroa day?
Dont wanna hold ewes up ya'll....:shifty:

nodrog
13th February 2008, 14:17
...
Dont wanna hold ewes up ya'll....:shifty:

LEAVE NOW!!!

Maha
13th February 2008, 14:19
LEAVE NOW!!!


OMG!!!!!!!! you are starting to sound like Busa Pete.....:love:

Laava
13th February 2008, 16:53
Undecided about Paeroa sorry! Prob going up north to do some work. Poos

RiderInBlack
13th February 2008, 18:11
Just a note for tomorrow's ride: Mangakahia (Twin Bridges) Rd still has heaps of roadwork, especial just past the Mangakahia Area School in Titoki. Wet lime and course metal in places. Have horse ta do so will not be riding tomorrow:stupid:

Made an arse out of myself on Eric's driveway (goat track). Managed ta stall "Roxanne" going up the hill leaving his place. Not a good place ta stall on a road bike. Dirt/metal farm track. Was sliding backward until I managed ta get the back brake on. Then had one hell of a time trying ta hill start there. Finally got moving but "Roxanne" was cutting in and out, which ended up with me putting too much juice on, spinning up the back wheel and down we came:doh: No major damage (accept ta my pride). Will leave before dark from there next time. Maybe more/less beer could help too:shifty:

Unit
13th February 2008, 18:53
Undecided about Paeroa sorry! Prob going up north to do some work. Poos
Always next year, any other Norfland takers? Oh well, hope to see you's there
Maha Man, you make me look like I was hijacking the thread (he was you know) We can go anyway you want, no plans yet what time to leave but 9.30ish here sounds good for now. No matter what, we will all end up in the same place, gauranteed :scooter:

Laava
14th February 2008, 07:58
Might need gumbootys for tonights ride people. Oh and bee protection!:2thumbsup

T.I.E
14th February 2008, 13:30
got the all wets out ready for tonight. dam dam dam.
see yall real keen buggers at maunders. men from the babes they say. dam better not go then.

Unit
14th February 2008, 19:59
Hope you guys had a good ride tonight, mum tells me it was a bit wet up there. The Kaimai's where damp on this side coming home from work this afternoon, so didnt bother riding over, was a good Tauranga turnout all the same as usual, sounds like the Norfland turnouts are a happening thing to, way to go

T.I.E
15th February 2008, 07:24
Hope you guys had a good ride tonight, mum tells me it was a bit wet up there. The Kaimai's where damp on this side coming home from work this afternoon, so didnt bother riding over, was a good Tauranga turnout all the same as usual, sounds like the Norfland turnouts are a happening thing to, way to go

still a bit quiet up here. nothing happened last night got into whangas late, road works heading into whangas. covered the bike in crap made me real late. but thats all good, chased the riders away, and valentines so hey.

hope to make dargaville another week, spoke to mike out there let him know what the deal was.

next time.

Korumba
15th February 2008, 08:40
Yeah, you must have just missed Gordie..

Korumba
15th February 2008, 08:41
Looking at going to Street Race not sure if leaving Saturday or early Sunday.
Andy who came last year with the Chook Chaser is coming as well, will meet him in Warkwoth on way down.
If we head down Saturday we might go all the way to Tarangaua and meet up with the Hoods there and ride with them….?
Who’s keen to join in? We will get a motel somewhere Saturday night.

nodrog
15th February 2008, 09:21
Yeah, you must have just missed Gordie..

yeah was an awesome ride lastnight, pity Token couldnt make a better effort to turn up.

mugins
15th February 2008, 09:59
Looking at going to Street Race not sure if leaving Saturday or early Sunday.
Andy who came last year with the Chook Chaser is coming as well, will meet him in Warkwoth on way down.
If we head down Saturday we might go all the way to Tarangaua and meet up with the Hoods there and ride with them….?
Who’s keen to join in? We will get a motel somewhere Saturday night.
Iam heading down tonight you want to put the bike on ute and come down to MereMere .Then going to head down Sunday morning.


yeah was an awesome ride lastnight, pity Token couldnt make a better effort to turn up.

NODDY
sold ya scootter yet

nodrog
15th February 2008, 10:04
NODDY sold ya scootter yet

not yet? you want to buy it?

Korumba
15th February 2008, 12:51
Iam heading down tonight you want to put the bike on ute and come down to MereMere .Then going to head down Sunday morning.





Thanks for the offer but cant make that tonight….

Need to get a tyre just for the drags as well, am not keen to us the new one.
Whats your best time to date?????????????????

Have a blast tho.

mugins
15th February 2008, 14:08
Thanks for the offer but cant make that tonight….

Need to get a tyre just for the drags as well, am not keen to us the new one.
Whats your best time to date?????????????????

Have a blast tho.

9.950 at 141mph

Korumba
15th February 2008, 14:15
9.950 at 141mph

Wow Way cool well done!

Korumba
15th February 2008, 19:30
Right have decide to go to the Dargaville burnout comp with the kids tomorrow Saturday (Its got nothing to do with the wet T-shirt compition)

So will be riding down Sunday morning will leave about 7.00am If anyone is keen we can meet at Burger King.

2 years ago I did the same and caught up with the Auckland riders going to the race so if there is one organized may try and get to their meeting point.

Unit
15th February 2008, 20:07
yeah was an awesome ride lastnight, pity Token couldnt make a better effort to turn up.
He's late, will be here in 1/2 hour

RiderInBlack
16th February 2008, 11:11
Getting ta Paeroa the long way:whistle: Left home 7:10am Friday to go down ta Ivan's in Featherston ta pick-up a top-box and then ride back ta Tuaranga arriving 12:30am (1020miles, approximately 1635Km):crazy: Having a lazy day at BabyB's today. Will catch up with the Tau Crew tomorrow for Paeroa, then head home.

SpinFx
16th February 2008, 16:42
went for a cool blast down your guys way today, 5 of us all up.......
1x Buell, 1x Firestorm, 1x 400 kawasaki, 1x gsxr 1000 & a yzf1 1000 ???

Great blast down to Burgerking and back.
Saw a few bikes out there, maybe one of you guys/gals

Laava
16th February 2008, 17:13
Pretty sure I went past you both ways, north of Pakaraka turnoff on the Kerikeri road about 3.45 heading home and saw 3 bikes matching your description.

AKUMA
16th February 2008, 17:19
Who was that stunning looking fulla on the kawasaki!:woohoo:
Was an awsome ride, good to see a lot of peeps out on the road.
To the BK staff, Perfection!

SpinFx
16th February 2008, 19:32
Yep that would of been us, had to go to Whangas for a feed of Burger King.
Was a good day with minimal wet spots.

Next time you guys come up PM us..... we always keen for more riders up here.

mugins
17th February 2008, 06:16
Right have decide to go to the Dargaville burnout comp with the kids tomorrow Saturday (Its got nothing to do with the wet T-shirt compition)

So will be riding down Sunday morning will leave about 7.00am If anyone is keen we can meet at Burger King.

2 years ago I did the same and caught up with the Auckland riders going to the race so if there is one organized may try and get to their meeting point.

WORKING F____K IT

Unit
18th February 2008, 17:33
Anything on this weekend up Norf? Have Saturday between 8am and 3pm to kill

nodrog
18th February 2008, 17:54
anyone want 2 go down to the first suzuki track at taupo 23 feb gordina you keen

sorry michealena, i dont own a suzuki anymore :no:

Laava
18th February 2008, 18:40
Anything on this weekend up Norf? Have Saturday between 8am and 3pm to kill
Will be up north concreting. Will let you know if that changes!


sorry michealena, i dont own a suzuki anymore :no:
So, c'mon, spill! What are you getting now then? Does it leak oil?

Unit
18th February 2008, 19:07
So, c'mon, spill! What are you getting now then? Does it leak oil?
Getting warm :lol:

Laava
18th February 2008, 19:29
Hey!!! I missed last Thurs night ride but about 20 past 6 I went by Maunders and there was a lone "rider" on one of those van van90 thingos. Wasn't you Gordie tardy as ever?

nodrog
18th February 2008, 19:30
So, c'mon, spill! What are you getting now then? Does it leak oil?

not telling.....

Maha
18th February 2008, 19:33
not telling.....

Spose you watch Coro street too? Aye Ena!

Laava
18th February 2008, 19:34
Hmmmm! photo of a tea set [mutter mutter] china [mutter mutter] Are you getting one of those Quingxong diesel jobs.
Maybe there was a clue in the muffins? [mutter mutter] marmalade and jam? [mutter mutter] British?

Unit
18th February 2008, 19:47
Spose you watch Coro street too? Aye Ena!
I believe secretly, yes :gob:

nodrog
18th February 2008, 20:04
Spose you watch Coro street too? Aye Ena!

im more of a hilda ogden man myself


Hmmmm! photo of a tea set [mutter mutter] china [mutter mutter] Are you getting one of those Quingxong diesel jobs.
Maybe there was a clue in the muffins? [mutter mutter] marmalade and jam? [mutter mutter] British?

getting warmer


I believe secretly, yes :gob:

sssssssssh!

T.I.E
18th February 2008, 22:12
its a bugs life. gordo ya got ya eye lash extensions done yet?
and its supposed to leak oil, says so in the manual.

hint hint hint hint hint.

Unit
19th February 2008, 15:23
its a bugs life. gordo ya got ya eye lash extensions done yet?
and its supposed to leak oil, says so in the manual.

hint hint hint hint hint.
Yep, off to purchase a drip tray, I think it's also camera shy :rolleyes:

SpinFx
19th February 2008, 18:13
If it's British and leaks oil..... sounds like a Triumph.

Like they say, if it doesn't leak oil, the oil tank must be empty.

I wont be out riding for a couple of weeks cause I'm packing & moving house again, off to Waimate North this time.

T.I.E
20th February 2008, 11:32
shall we try the dargaville trip again?

nodrog
20th February 2008, 12:25
shall we try the dargaville trip again?

yip, im keen :headbang:

Laava
20th February 2008, 16:32
Me too. Can I have a ride on your noo bike Gordie? Can I huh? Can I?

Unit
20th February 2008, 17:54
yip, im keen :headbang:
Stop hijacking the thread Gord,
Im keen too but will be a day late :innocent:

nodrog
20th February 2008, 18:25
Me too. Can I have a ride on your noo bike Gordie? Can I huh? Can I?

sure can, you would look quite good on the back.

mugins
20th February 2008, 19:05
shall we try the dargaville trip again?

DONT THINK I'LL MAKE IT, NEED TO GET READY FOR THE TRACK DAY HAVE FUN GORDON U R A TOSSER

Laava
20th February 2008, 20:01
you would look quite good on your back.
Hey look, I'm serious, you gotta stop hitting on me. I'm not that kind of guy!

nodrog
20th February 2008, 20:18
I'm not that kind of guy!

thats not what token keeps telling me

RiderInBlack
20th February 2008, 20:49
Will be painting all day (now no horses ta do tomorrow). Will pop along if I'm sick of painting by that time, but don't wait for me.

steveb64
21st February 2008, 01:28
If it's not raining I might even get there. :cool: If it is - well, Ducatis don't like rain. At least - mine sure as hell doesn't... Plus, I'm still trying to get a hugger for the new swingarm, and don't really want all the road crap sprayed everywhere it can get to at the moment. :( Sadly, looking like a dirt bike weekend this weekend - going by forecasts and Sat. photos... :cold:

Laava
21st February 2008, 19:21
Well I got soft tonight. Go riding in the rain and or wind, or stay at home and have a crayfish for dinner. Hmmmmmm!

zxcvbnm
21st February 2008, 20:11
Looked like to much rain for me, got some painting finished inside. I'll try for next week.

T.I.E
21st February 2008, 23:40
Looked like to much rain for me, got some painting finished inside. I'll try for next week.

5 went out, with two new bikes along for the ride. another DL two up lol, and a white m109. was great too see them out.

we headed through Dargaville towards pouto, but turned back once we saw metal road.. and the weather held up well, once we got away from whagarei. wicked roads down there.

but next week we will keep it in whangarei, tonight was a long ride, but really enjoyed it.
worth a look see ride folks.

best way to do that trip would be dirt bike, down the tarseal from dargaville, on to lose metal, then up the eastern side of the point along the beach. so the local boy said.

worth a thought

Korumba
22nd February 2008, 08:45
The Beehive tour was very informative thanks Mike.

What rain??? It was dry over the West side, Fantastic roads over there.

Filled up before heading over and fuel light came on after 180 km you must use more fuel on the West Coast, that would be the only explanation I can think of for the increased consumption!!!!!

Korumba
22nd February 2008, 08:53
Anything on this weekend up Norf? Have Saturday between 8am and 3pm to kill

Would have been keen but my Mummy and Daddy are up from Invercargill, weather looks a bit shit to.

There is a Wine and Food thingy on at Barge Park I think.

Unit
22nd February 2008, 19:38
Would have been keen but my Mummy and Daddy are up from Invercargill, weather looks a bit shit to.

There is a Wine and Food thingy on at Barge Park I think.
Ended up driving up as weather is going to be total crap this weekend and I had a great hoon last night with the Tga crew so got my fix.
As for the Wine and Food festival my ex will be there so will give that a miss (besides, Im pretty blonde on wine) :innocent:

Maha
22nd February 2008, 19:40
(besides, Im pretty blonde on wine) :innocent:


Chardon aye?

Unit
22nd February 2008, 19:52
Chardon aye?
yep, (and not the pink stuff, upsets my nurons)

Maha
22nd February 2008, 19:53
yep, (and not the pink stuff, upsets my nurons)


I can tell by your avatar.....:apint:

Oh great, go and change it me then....:eek:

Laava
22nd February 2008, 21:43
Hey Unit if you are in town and bored tomorrow morning you are more than welcome for a coffee and bullshit. I am sure you have my cell no?
Still thinking about going to chopper appeal. Anyone else keen to ride down leaving 6am from lookout hill?

Maha
23rd February 2008, 06:42
Hey Unit if you are in town and bored tomorrow morning you are more than welcome for a coffee and bullshit. I am sure you have my cell no?
Still thinking about going to chopper appeal. Anyone else keen to ride down leaving 6am from lookout hill?


Dude its fucken' pissin' down!!!!!........or PSDWN.......:laugh:

Laava
23rd February 2008, 08:40
Yeah, but I might be brave and HDDWN!:crazy:

Laava
26th February 2008, 17:19
K, who's on for this week and what is the grand plan? One day we will have to go and catch up with the Far North lot, say in Kerikeri? Anyone keen?

T.I.E
27th February 2008, 05:22
kerikeri catch up with the crew up there could be a good thing.
i like the idea. sounds like a saturday or sunday adventure.
i got to watch my finances i wouldnt mind tagging along.

Korumba
27th February 2008, 14:28
Norf, Souf, Eaft or Weft Ill be there.

Laava
27th February 2008, 17:03
Cool be good to get some feedback from dem up dere

Unit
27th February 2008, 18:07
Look out for next Thursday night, a strong possibility there will be a ZX14 in your midst. :msn-wink:

Laava
27th February 2008, 18:43
Look out for next Thursday night, a strong possibility there will be a ZX14 in your midst. :msn-wink:

Cool! We could do Tauranga and back!:lol:

Unit
27th February 2008, 18:50
A mear pootle down the road, as a warm up of course, before hand :msn-wink:

T.I.E
28th February 2008, 10:44
sick as a dog, wont be coming along.
im gonna have to pass on tonight, and the weather looks good too.
ill be there next week i hope,
im getting one more ride in before i go dam it.

Laava
28th February 2008, 16:39
Where are you going?

T.I.E
29th February 2008, 04:48
australia, california, germany, england, hope to see ireland also parts of europe whilst im there. greece would be nice. so im doing the whole OE thing.
wish i could take the bike with me.

steveb64
29th February 2008, 11:02
australia, california, germany, england, hope to see ireland also parts of europe whilst im there. greece would be nice. so im doing the whole OE thing.
wish i could take the bike with me.

Get thee self to Andorra! Seriously. With a few grand to spend - 'cos you'll spend it! It's a tax haven, so NO import duties. And that means things like Dainese race suits for NZ $800 ~ $1200 - more models of Arai helmets than you knew existed! And 5 or six doors down the road - ANOTHER shop selling the same or similar stuff, so they're ALL competing in price! :woohoo:
Plus you get the full range of all the other stuff that you'd buy in an airport duty free - but half the price or less! (Booze, perfume, electronics, cameras,...).
Was there 12 years (groan... THAT long ago?) - on bikes, only planned to stay for a couple of days - 6 days later we rode out, after we'd shipped out several large boxes full of gear (some of it the old kit that we'd replaced while there) that we couldn't fit on the bikes!
A cheap way to get over may be to check out the 'bucket shop' cheap package deal airfares (you ski?), and get a week package from the UK...

steveb64
29th February 2008, 11:03
BTW - enjoyed the ride last night! Thanks guys!

zxcvbnm
29th February 2008, 14:09
Last night on the way home the guy on the Ducati Paso broke down just on the edge of Dragsville.

Had huge sparks coming out the back and smoke out the headlight, it was still running and sounded a bit flat. He was going to get his wife to come get him.

steveb64
29th February 2008, 16:23
I'd noticed the starter on it was sounding pretty sick when we left the pub...

The joys of Ducatis! I'd told my missus to not be too surprised if I called for a lift home too! :laugh: Mine had refused to even turn the starter over a couple of times earlier in the day, plus then the indicators stopped working after I washed it... then started working again as it dried out. :confused:

Korumba
29th February 2008, 16:48
Bugger about the break down, that is one nice looking bike.

I think your bike Steve has run out of Indicator fluid!

Great ride 200 odd kms again, and about 12 bikes, that’s two weeks in a row, people may start to think the Thursday Night Ride is about riding…..

Laava
29th February 2008, 17:14
Sure was a good night, Sorry to hear about the 907 and can't help feeling a bit guilty about not helping out. Hope he gets it sorted!
So T.I.E, that's a bit sudden, hope you have a great time. Don't rush it and see if you can make the IOM TT in July. Best bike event I've ever been to bar none!

steveb64
1st March 2008, 01:45
Sure was a good night, Sorry to hear about the 907 and can't help feeling a bit guilty about not helping out. Hope he gets it sorted!
So T.I.E, that's a bit sudden, hope you have a great time. Don't rush it and see if you can make the IOM TT in July. Best bike event I've ever been to bar none!

I'll second that! They don't call it the 'Mecca' of motorcycling for nothing! :2thumbsup

T.I.E
3rd March 2008, 07:24
ill be back by then for sure, but that is something i could look into.
and Andorra ill definately put it on my list of things to check out.
can i put my order in for some nice dry weather on thursday?

T.I.E
3rd March 2008, 07:27
just doing this to mark were my 1000th post was. :) again.:oi-grr:
4 years for another 1000posts.:headbang:

Unit
3rd March 2008, 16:13
Great ride 200 odd kms again, and about 12 bikes…..
Settle down you lot geeees, 200ks on a Thursday night ride? How on earth is my 14 (which will definately be there this week) going to cope with that we only do 80ks :baby:

Korumba
3rd March 2008, 17:06
Settle down you lot geeees, 200ks on a Thursday night ride? How on earth is my 14 (which will definately be there this week) going to cope with that we only do 80ks :baby:

200ks, That would only take 40 minutes on the 14……

So we could have a beer in your hand by 6.40 pm. That’s providing Gordie
turns up on time and we get away at 6.00

Laava
3rd March 2008, 19:04
So Mr MV any requests on track....er.....route?

Laava
3rd March 2008, 19:32
Sure but I don't do private shows, the boys will get jealous!

T.I.E
4th March 2008, 11:06
Sure but I don't do private shows, the boys will get jealous!


but you said it was only for me? it was our little thing you said.
didnt know you did group sessons? discounts? fly bys?

no idea for this thursday anyone got any ideas?

Korumba
4th March 2008, 12:18
What about Kaikohe via Twin Bridges, (Doug how are those roadwork’s, All finished?)

Will hide my disappointment Chris, but one thing is for sure you won’t be getting the hug reserved for Annette.

Ride Safe on the way up, see you Thursday.

Unit
4th March 2008, 17:11
Report is from Chris he's glad he wore his condom..umm. I mean... wet weather suit :rolleyes: (looks bloody hot in it too, back away boys, back away), its pissing down here and I believe has rained all the way north.
Hope it clears up for Thursday seeing as Ive been left with an MV to pootle on.
Was good to hear Chris praising my bike during his journey today. Its a bloody good tourer thats for sure

Mom
4th March 2008, 17:17
Report is from Chris he's glad he wore his condom..umm. I mean...

NO love he looks beyond yum in that condom!.....LOL

I actually asked him if he wanted help getting it on, he said something about teeth that went right over my head :innocent:

Unit
4th March 2008, 17:22
NO love he looks beyond yum in that condom!.....LOL

I actually asked him if he wanted help getting it on, he said something about teeth that went right over my head :innocent:
Yes, he is taller than you...

hospitalfood
4th March 2008, 17:23
so whats the ride this thurs ? where do you all meet in stuff ?

Laava
4th March 2008, 17:38
Maunder Suzuki at 6.00. You going to come along? We promise to behave

hospitalfood
4th March 2008, 18:00
been meaning to come for the last couple of months ( since I moved to paparoa ) so yeah I will try to make it.
is it usually a big ride ? or just a short one ?
its about 56 kms to whangarei if I come on the paparoa-oakleigh rd so Im doing at least 112 return + the ride, bound to build up a thirst.

Unit
4th March 2008, 18:08
been meaning to come for the last couple of months ( since I moved to paparoa ) so yeah I will try to make it.
is it usually a big ride ? or just a short one ?
its about 56 kms to whangarei if I come on the paparoa-oakleigh rd so Im doing at least 112 return + the ride, bound to build up a thirst.
Oh how hard is your life, having to ride that road before a ride. I love your road, (in fact I think any who have ever ridden it do, but we have ridden it lots so feel privilidged), and miss the Norf. Just found a pic of your bike in your original thread, you should set it up as your profile pic, its great. How many Ks you done on your awesome Buell now?
Chris (DMNTD) will be there also on Thursday on my 14, and Tie rides from Kaiwaka. Good crew up there, hope you get to catch up with them all :scooter::scooter:

Unit
4th March 2008, 18:09
Maunder Suzuki at 6.00. You going to come along? We promise to behave
Yes Mr inocent. :confused:<_<:rolleyes:

hospitalfood
4th March 2008, 18:25
Oh how hard is your life, having to ride that road before a ride. I love your road, (in fact I think any who have ever ridden it do, but we have ridden it lots so feel privilidged), and miss the Norf. Just found a pic of your bike in your original thread, you should set it up as your profile pic, its great. How many Ks you done on your awesome Buell now?
Chris (DMNTD) will be there also on Thursday on my 14, and Tie rides from Kaiwaka. Good crew up there, hope you get to catch up with them all :scooter::scooter:

got 8500 kms on it now
be good to see chris and meet you all. ment to catch up with Tie ages ago but Ive been slack the last couple of months ( or most of my life depending on how you judge things )

and yeah, I love the pap-oak rd.

Unit
4th March 2008, 18:34
got 8500 kms on it now
be good to see chris and meet you all


I wont be there this week, but yea get along. So what do you think of the Buell after those sort of Ks? At least your living right on the footstep of the perfect roads for your type of bike. Ever do the Waipoua Forrest with it? That was Chris back yard a couple of years ago

RiderInBlack
4th March 2008, 21:20
What about Kaikohe via Twin Bridges, (Doug how are those roadwork’s, All finished?).
Roadworks is bad down Mangakahia (Twin Bridges). Don't use it. "Roxanne" has lime all over her. They are trying ta seal it, so that's why it is raining.

RiderInBlack
4th March 2008, 21:29
Too Fu*ken bad I'm working late again Thursday. Oak/Pap is awesome:niceone:

Laava
4th March 2008, 21:48
Go to bed Doug, you have work to do in the morning!:yes:

RiderInBlack
4th March 2008, 22:04
:bleh: Tell me about it. Stopped at 7:30pm:stupid: Will start again when I can get my arse out of bed. Hard work being ya bitch I tell ya:crybaby:

Blue Babe
4th March 2008, 22:07
I'll wake him up in time for work :msn-wink: tomorrow. Night Night :rolleyes:

Korumba
5th March 2008, 13:04
I am thinking of doing this on Sunday, will be taking my 11yo on his bike, anyone else keen?

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=68628&highlight=whangarei+heads

Seems to be one every weekend from now on till June and this one is said to be the best out of them all.

nzkalt61
5th March 2008, 13:33
I'm keen for a ride on thursday nite but as I'm milking won't be able to make Maunders by 6:00. Can you guys pick me up at my gate ???

Korumba
5th March 2008, 14:14
Just been talking to Mike and he has a plan for a ride that would fit your gate in just fine, will text you when we leave Maunders.

I think his new bike groomer is coming on the ride as well…..

Unit
5th March 2008, 16:54
I'm keen for a ride . Can you guys pick me up at my gate ???
Kevin Kevin Kevin, hanging around gates getting picked up, my word.... :msn-wink: Hows that lovely wife of yours? Havent seen you guys in the longest time.

I am thinking of doing this on Sunday, will be taking my 11yo on his bike, anyone else keen?

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=68628&highlight=whangarei+heads

Seems to be one every weekend from now on till June and this one is said to be the best out of them all.
My son goes on similar rides (and may be some of these ones but Im not sure) and said they are really good. Long tracks that take ages to get around, and non competitive so its pure fun. Would love to go along to one at some stage, might have to 'test ride' a Suzuki off road bike :cool:


Just been talking to Mike and he has a plan for a ride that would fit your gate in just fine, will text you when we leave Maunders.

I think his new bike groomer is coming on the ride as well…..
Bike Groomer Extrodinaire thank you very much, :niceone: make sure you send him home for the weekend now.:msn-wink::msn-wink:

hospitalfood
5th March 2008, 20:42
LOL...you are so full of shit man! :lol:[/QUOTE]

thats good, was starting to worry that he might actually behave.;)

hospitalfood
5th March 2008, 20:44
I wont be there this week, but yea get along. So what do you think of the Buell after those sort of Ks? At least your living right on the footstep of the perfect roads for your type of bike. Ever do the Waipoua Forrest with it? That was Chris back yard a couple of years ago

still love the buell, no plans of changing.

Laava
6th March 2008, 20:29
Was a good night, good to meet hospitalfood and others. Good turnout, about 16 bikes. Followed DMNTD on the shop hack trying desperately not to grind the pegs or get cowshit on it. Friggen hilarious! Now he will have to clean it tomorrow! Huka pub locals were kept entertained as well by bullshit and bravado! Have to make it a regular stop. Shame T.I.E didn't make it, plan is to crash his place next week!~

Unit
6th March 2008, 21:17
Was a good night, good to meet hospitalfood and others. Good turnout, about 16 bikes. Followed DMNTD on the shop hack trying desperately not to grind the pegs or get cowshit on it. Friggen hilarious! Now he will have to clean it tomorrow! Huka pub locals were kept entertained as well by bullshit and bravado! Have to make it a regular stop. Shame T.I.E didn't make it, plan is to crash his place next week!~
Sounds like there's a great crew happening in the North. Looking forward to the ride report on the M109. Took the MV over the Kaimai's tonight, and we had a great turn out as well, seems KB is bringing motorcyclist together, awesome.

hospitalfood
7th March 2008, 09:18
I had a good night........rear sliding on gravel, wet stuff and cowshit made my heart beat.
good to meet you all
in for next week.

Korumba
7th March 2008, 09:20
Went for a “CRUISE” on the M109 last night, From Huikerinu Pub to Towi Pub and back going past a speed camera twice…

Damp road and a real tight engine (saw 50 odd kms on one of the gauges)

So not much of a test ride and not revving it past 5 grand,

It was such a different ride and the sweeping corners where fun and very comfortable, shit loads of torque and more to come as it loosens up..

I would like to go for a longer ride and in better conditions to get a better feel for it.

Thanks Mike for the opportunity to ride it, Hope the “Boy” has all the Cow shit removed by now.

Cruiser my arse it’s a Battleship !

Korumba
7th March 2008, 09:50
Excellent turnout last night, one of the more complicated rides/routes and with that many bikes made it a bit disjointed, but still everyone got to the Pub.

Roll on next week of to Kaiwaka to farewell T.I.E.

Maha
7th March 2008, 14:31
Roll on next week of to Kaiwaka to farewell T.I.E.

I shall keep any eye on whats happening, should be able to get out and say bye bye to T.I.E.....:crybaby:

Unit
7th March 2008, 18:18
When's T.I.E fly out? I'll be passing through on Friday night. Looks like the 14 will be on the road between Tga and Whg a lot for a while. Chris comes back next Thursday night, then I turn around and ride up Friday.

Laava
7th March 2008, 18:54
T.I.E? Are you there Andrew?

Korumba
7th March 2008, 19:37
When's T.I.E fly out? I'll be passing through on Friday night. Looks like the 14 will be on the road between Tga and Whg a lot for a while. Chris comes back next Thursday night, then I turn around and ride up Friday.

He said next Friday in the text I got from him last night.

T.I.E
9th March 2008, 16:53
at 11pm check in 9pm, first stop LA for a week, then germany, then UK. and ill plan stuff from there as i go.

mack the knife (KB) flys out at 7.30pm on the same day to the same place but hope to catch him at LAX.

but hows mangawhai pub sound? ill make it there.

i might be removing something off the bike though to avoid any problems lol.

and it would be grand to catch yall down there before i go. gonna miss my KB family.

hospitalfood
9th March 2008, 17:40
guys, will not be able to make it for a while. lost my licence

Laava
9th March 2008, 17:50
guys, will not be able to make it for a while. lost my licence
Fuck, is it something in the water down there? Or is it a mozzie borne virus from the Kaipara?
Will happily do Mangawhai pub, nearly got there today, hopelessly lost on gravel roads, bumfuck nowhere!:no:

hospitalfood
9th March 2008, 17:58
Fuck, is it something in the water down there? Or is it a mozzie borne virus from the Kaipara?
Will happily do Mangawhai pub, nearly got there today, hopelessly lost on gravel roads, bumfuck nowhere!:no:

its not in the water.........a mate lost his as well and we are on different tanks.
so yeah, i guess it is a mossie borne virus...........or the fact that i was going to fast ???
in hindsight I would rather have got lost

Laava
9th March 2008, 18:53
:yes::yes:Follow me!

RiderInBlack
9th March 2008, 19:35
So is that Maungawhai Thursday evening ta see TIE off?

Blue Babe
9th March 2008, 21:51
at 11pm check in 9pm, first stop LA for a week, then germany, then UK. and ill plan stuff from there as i go.

mack the knife (KB) flys out at 7.30pm on the same day to the same place but hope to catch him at LAX.

but hows mangawhai pub sound? ill make it there.

i might be removing something off the bike though to avoid any problems lol.

and it would be grand to catch yall down there before i go. gonna miss my KB family.

Hey, Andrew, Wish I could come & see you off next week as well, but unfortunately I'm having to work. Took on a new job, which means doing weekends & late shifts:argh:. I hate them, but the money is better. Make sure you keep us all upto date on your travels around the world :2thumbsup. Just cause you've left the country doesn't mean to say you've left our thoughts ;)..... Have fun & will see you when you get home, when ever that is ;):whistle:

Maha
10th March 2008, 13:47
and it would be grand to catch yall down there before i go. gonna miss my KB family.

See Yas there....dont hog the curry!...:baby:
Or....curry the hog??.......:(

Korumba
11th March 2008, 20:50
The weather is looking shit for Thursday, let’s hope this dude is wrong and it is a bit more to the East by then.

Laava
11th March 2008, 21:58
Fuck! Might have to brave it! So long as it is fine easter when Jo and I do the east cape?

Korumba
12th March 2008, 16:52
Looks like its moving East.

Unit
12th March 2008, 17:28
Oh your such a tease Brendon, its beautiful weather down here (as usual, ho hum) :sunny::sunny:

T.I.E
13th March 2008, 05:09
were is dmnted when ya need him. do ya do houses too as well as bikes :dodge:

ill see yall at mangahwai tavern folks. how ill get there and what on will be interesting lol :scooter:, but ill be there lol.

i have too otherwise this family will never forgive me.
just let me know what time yall plan on getting there and ill be there.

Maha
13th March 2008, 13:47
how ill get there and what on will be interesting


Want me to hook up th sidecar eh' hore'???... 3up and cruising....:cool:

nodrog
13th March 2008, 13:55
Want me to hook up th sidecar eh' hore'???... 3up and cruising....:cool:

just put him on the tank

Maha
13th March 2008, 14:51
just put him on the tank

That would help stop the front rearing up!.....:baby:

nodrog
13th March 2008, 14:58
That would help stop the front rearing up!.....:baby:

it would also stop somthing else rearing up too

Laava
13th March 2008, 16:35
I imagine us getting there at 6.45 but in the real world more like 7.00 or 7.15! I will send you a text when we leave Maunders then.

Maha
13th March 2008, 16:36
I imagine us getting there at 6.45 but in the real world more like 7.00 or 7.15! I will send you a text when we leave Maunders then.

See ya there, just txt Anaru and he said 7ish.....

Unit
13th March 2008, 17:18
Have a great night guys and an excellent farewell for Andrew :niceone: The 14's on its way back, only to turn around tomorrow and carry me up there.

T.I.E
13th March 2008, 20:13
thank you to my KB family, was nice to see those familar faces befiore i leave the country. ahhhhh touching i tell ya.
but it definately sounds like the northland night rides are doing well.
miss you all. and ill post up my progess as i go around everywhere.

thanks again for a great night :first:

Laava
13th March 2008, 20:49
You just make sure you go tho!:Pokey:
Sounds like a great break too T.I.E. not too set in stone etc. You can,t go wrong. If you do get a night in London, you can do a Jack the Ripper guided walk for about 3quid at Whitechapel tube station after dark. Was one of the best things I did in my 3yrs there! Take care and take it easy!:lol:

Maha
13th March 2008, 21:53
Im starting to like this night riding thing, ona night like tonight, cant get better, saw an opposum on the way back, just sitting upright in the middle of the road out of Mangawhai, in the middle means it could have moved either way, it just sat there thank fuck!...Lovin' those rural smells....
See ya in a few months Andrew, dont touch anything sticky while abroard....:cool:

T.I.E
15th March 2008, 12:56
americans dont do things by halves lol.
just got here meet up with mack the knife (kber) he looked beautiful since he had a cold.
warning dont mix alcohol with those cold tablets.... lol strange story about big hairy men, did it happen or not lol. (he is not sure?) lol.
flew on a 747400 nice bird but catlle class aint the best. 2 hours sleep for me.
im feeling beautiful too.
but hey ill email yall later. got to run. starving.
they got some funky looking cars over here. havnt seen a bike yet but ill keep looking.
have a blast yall.

Mom
15th March 2008, 12:59
Bloody brilliant! Thanks for letting Mommy know you arrived safe :love:

Give Mack a bit of a hug from me would you? Safe travels mate!

Unit
15th March 2008, 18:28
Holy shit batman you in the states already, and just Thursday gone you was riding with the crew here in little old Norfland. And Mac there too! Awesome. Must be weird going back in time huh, you can live yesterday all over again!

Laava
15th March 2008, 21:00
Cool man! Hey, now that you are so close to Utah, you could go and join the mormon few! Take It Easy! Hahahahahahahaha!!!!!!!!! CU in a few weeks guy.

Laava
19th March 2008, 17:47
Won't make it this week as Jo and I are going round east cape.
See you next week then!

Korumba
20th March 2008, 12:38
Will not be there tonight...have a good ride.

ValkRider
20th March 2008, 14:52
My wife and I touch down April 3 Thursday morning from Kansas City (a.k.a middle of nowhere U.S.A.)
Thought maybe we could hook up with your group after your ride back to Bar Africa (?)
We will have a rented cage or taxi, probably the latter so we can toss back a few beers. We pick up a bike in Nelson on April 10th to cruise the south island. So if you are up to hanging out with american bikers that ride japanese bikes and eat mexican food and drink canadian whiskey.. we'd enjoy making some new Kiwi friends!
If it is cool, I'll need some sort of directions to the pub.

Thanks!

Darren

T.I.E
21st March 2008, 04:54
(nope i was in barstal) i tell ya these yanks are amaizng, big 4wds everywhere and they are cheap here, huge cravans i mean huge real huge. food is interesting but too much cheese., sorry i cant talk got to run, will be staying here for a little longer. but once i figure out how to get pictures ill download some.
its so good here i wouldnt mind living here for a bit.

might be a plan.
california is weird and its cold. thought this place was always warm. lol.
thats whats its like in the movies.

and i saw trailer trash as they call it here. and this fella was scared.lol.

got to run post again soon.

ValkRider
23rd March 2008, 18:58
T.I.E

Welcome to stateside. LA is not the states, it's more like Mars. Freaks and aliens everywhere... no kidding! To bad you don't have time to tour the states on a bike... great people every where.

Sorry, but there isn't any such thing as TOO much cheese. :puke:
We put cheese on top of our cheese and then add a sprinkle or two of Parmesan cheese. CheezWhiz... heaven in a can!

Darren

Korumba
24th March 2008, 10:31
My wife and I touch down April 3 Thursday morning from Kansas City (a.k.a middle of nowhere U.S.A.)
Thought maybe we could hook up with your group after your ride back to Bar Africa (?)
We will have a rented cage or taxi, probably the latter so we can toss back a few beers. We pick up a bike in Nelson on April 10th to cruise the south island. So if you are up to hanging out with american bikers that ride japanese bikes and eat mexican food and drink canadian whiskey.. we'd enjoy making some new Kiwi friends!
If it is cool, I'll need some sort of directions to the pub.

Thanks!

Darren
You are very welcome to attend the ride; Whangarei is about 200km North of Auckland,
Just put a post up on this thread when you head up this way and we can give directions etc,
Ride safe.

Korumba
24th March 2008, 10:35
(nope i was in barstal) i tell ya these yanks are amaizng, big 4wds everywhere and they are cheap here, huge cravans i mean huge real huge. food is interesting but too much cheese., sorry i cant talk got to run, will be staying here for a little longer. but once i figure out how to get pictures ill download some.
its so good here i wouldnt mind living here for a bit.

might be a plan.
california is weird and its cold. thought this place was always warm. lol.
thats whats its like in the movies.

and i saw trailer trash as they call it here. and this fella was scared.lol.

got to run post again soon.


Bristol/Barstal who cares where you are as long as you are having a fantastic time,
Post some pictures up.
Happy Easter Mate.

Unit
24th March 2008, 16:21
My wife and I touch down April 3 Thursday morning from Kansas City (a.k.a middle of nowhere U.S.A.)
Thought maybe we could hook up with your group after your ride back to Bar Africa (?)
We will have a rented cage or taxi, probably the latter so we can toss back afew beers. We pick up a bike in Nelson on April 10th to cruise the south island. So if you are up to hanging out with american bikers that ride japanese bikes and eat mexican food and drink canadian whiskey.. we'd enjoy making some new Kiwi friends!
If it is cool, I'll need some sort of directions to the pub.
Thanks!
Darren

You are very welcome to attend the ride; Whangarei is about 200km North of Auckland,
Just put a post up on this thread when you head up this way and we can give directions etc,
Ride safe.
Or you could come south east to Tauranga (see our thread) and enjoy the eastern hospitality. You'll fit right in if you ride Japper bikes (hell any bike will do), drink anything (canadian whiskey, mmmmmmmm), and we could introduce you to good old Kiwi food.
Gotta, say, the Northland crew are a great bunch too. Either way Im sure you will enjoy your time in this country, especially if you get to meet some of us ;)

RiderInBlack
25th March 2008, 10:53
Well a sad day has finally come for "Roxanne" I going ta have to retire her. The Alternator/Starter chain is now slipping and she has a whine down there too (which could be a bearing on the way out). Sad day indeed. Will park her up and put her on TradeMe as parts:bye::bye:
So no Thursday Night Rides for me until I can replace her.

Unit
25th March 2008, 12:54
She gave you a pretty good innings Doug. So, moving forward what are you eyeing up to replace her with? Very interested to hear your thoughts about what you want to move on to.

T.I.E
26th March 2008, 09:04
chaina lake naval weapons base is near by, and got to love those jest buzzing over, wish i had my bike i could do the hole top gun scene. yeeehaaaaaa.

i can hear the music now. dam its hot, and i hear it gets hotter.

popped into a few bikes stores, and the emisson controlls over here are hard, and retard the bikes in a big way. lack of two strokes if any. due to heat a cooling systems are a must.
but as this place is surrounded by desert you can ride anywhere, and i mean anywhere. literally. no famrs for miles or fences.
just a warning to stay away from the naval base is a good idea.

straight roads are amazing here. drove yes drove (what a head screw) for over 20miles in a straight line. wish i had a tripped out bus or a 14.

also trying really really hard to keep the nz accent.

but im missing my bike, almost wanted to beat up a kid for their push bike.

i cant download my pictures anywhere. hey i think i might just live here for a bit, i wanna join the california highway patrol (CHiPs) yeahhhh

ill be back

Laava
26th March 2008, 17:49
Well a sad day has finally come for "Roxanne" I going ta have to retire her. The Alternator/Starter chain is now slipping and she has a whine down there too (which could be a bearing on the way out). Sad day indeed. Will park her up and put her on TradeMe as parts:bye::bye:
So no Thursday Night Rides for me until I can replace her.
R.I.P Roxanne!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4NtSqZcT_4
Oh and who's having a good time stateside then? Bet you don't come back!:LOL:

Unit
26th March 2008, 18:04
Come back Andrew and stop beating up boys for their pushbikes! You can ride the 14 if you come home

RiderInBlack
27th March 2008, 07:30
R.I.P Roxanne!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4NtSqZcT_4

Thanks Mate. Someone will find a use for her. Would have kept all my bikes if I could afford it, but my sporran is a little short of cash. Will take a major effort to make the $10,000 mark, but I'm sure with a bit of hard bartering I get what I need.

No, you can't always get what you want
You can't always get what you want
You can't always get what you want
And if you try sometime you find
You get what you need :Punk:

That's way it is for me.

Unit
27th March 2008, 08:45
Thanks Mate. Someone will find a use for her. Would have kept all my bikes if I could afford it, but my sporran is a little short of cash. Will take a major effort to make the $10,000 mark, but I'm sure with a bit of hard bartering I get what I need.

No, you can't always get what you want
You can't always get what you want
You can't always get what you want
And if you try sometime you find
You get what you need :Punk:

That's way it is for me.
OOOOh, is that your budget? Cool I think there are some good options of $10k. What style of bike are you after Doug? Same as Roxanne or are you keen to try something a little different this time? And what type of riding do you do these days? Has it changed at all lately?

RiderInBlack
27th March 2008, 14:14
OOOOh, is that your budget? Cool I think there are some good options of $10k. What style of bike are you after Doug? Same as Roxanne or are you keen to try something a little different this time? And what type of riding do you do these days? Has it changed at all lately? Have started another thread for this Replacing "Roxanne" (CBR1000FL) (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=70247) (too much ta go in ta here:rolleyes:).

Unit
27th March 2008, 16:22
Well no Thursday night ride in Tga tonight, pooy weather but we still meet at Drivers later. What about Norfland? Not sure the DMNTD weather reports are true or not :rolleyes:

DMNTD
31st March 2008, 11:57
Heritage Park Bike Show
Sunday 6th April 2008

State Highway 14 Maunu Whangarei

10am—4pm Adults $12—Children Free
Drag Bikes * Vintage Bikes * Harleys * Road Bikes

Black Thunder NZ Racing Team
Proudly display the bike that will attempt a land speed record at
Bonneville later this year.

Airbrush Demonstration
by local artist Brad Walters
Beer Tent * Food Stalls * Local Art & Craft
Fun for the kids with:
Quad Bike Rides
Train Rides
Bullock Sled Rides
Hay Cart Rides

Includes Entry to the Museum & Kiwi House
www.whangareimuseum.co.nz or phone 09 4389630

Swoop
31st March 2008, 12:36
My wife and I touch down April 3 Thursday morning from Kansas City (a.k.a middle of nowhere U.S.A.)
Thought maybe we could hook up with your group after your ride back to Bar Africa (?)
I guess you have the wrong thread, especially referring to Bar Africa. The Auckland Thursday Night Ride thread is here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=33348).

Laava
31st March 2008, 17:45
Wonder if Doug is going to be riding an MV this thurs:devil2::chase:

RiderInBlack
31st March 2008, 19:20
Wonder if Doug is going to be riding an MV this thurs:devil2::chase:Would cancel my last Horse booking for that:Punk:(or were ya talking Maggins-Shop-Doug, bugger). Have sold "Roxanne" and waiting on "her" ta be picked-up. Have a GXS1400 with a nice black bikini and panties on my mind. Just waiting ta get the pingers together so I can have my wicked way with "her" or a close relative of "hers".

T.I.E
31st March 2008, 21:02
Would cancel my last Horse booking for that:Punk:(or were ya talking Maggins-Shop-Doug, bugger). Have sold "Roxanne" and waiting on "her" ta be picked-up. Have a GXS1400 with a nice black bikini and panties on my mind. Just waiting ta get the pingers together so I can have my wicked way with "her" or a close relative of "hers".

the bull of a bike. looking comfortable too. with some mean torque.
but a suzuki????????

all good.

how you all been and how are the night rides going??

missing a bike big time, i should have spoken or harassed "mack the knife" as he was riding through for a ride down the street lol.

loving it here still. off road bike would be perfect a vstrom would be great. ask mr maunder to send one over for me will ya. i dont think they have a suzuki dealership over here. hmmmmmm got me thinking.
hope you all are doing well back home
and ill see ya all in a few weeks time.

RiderInBlack
31st March 2008, 21:10
the bull of a bike. looking comfortable too. with some mean torque.
but a suzuki???????? Yer took some getting over that (all of 10mins in to the test ride). What's Planet Honda going ta think:blank: LOL.
My frist bike was a GSXR250R, so I think I'll get over that (but not with getting a ribbing for it).
Hope ya trip is still going well Dude:Punk:

Korumba
1st April 2008, 13:21
Last ride before the clocks go back,
See you all there.

nodrog
2nd April 2008, 07:39
Would cancel my last Horse booking for that:Punk:(or were ya talking Maggins-Shop-Doug, bugger). Have sold "Roxanne" and waiting on "her" ta be picked-up. Have a GXS1400 with a nice black bikini and panties on my mind. Just waiting ta get the pingers together so I can have my wicked way with "her" or a close relative of "hers".

here you go douglas

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=70684

Unit
2nd April 2008, 12:08
here you go douglas

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=70684
Go naked and black, like the rest of the boys, they'd love to see you naked Doug

Kornholio
2nd April 2008, 16:12
Go naked and black, like the rest of the boys, they'd love to see you naked Doug

Lol I can just imagine Christopher and Gord painting themselves up like Zulu warriors and running around the back yard :spanking:

Unit
2nd April 2008, 16:46
Lol I can just imagine Christopher and Gord painting themselves up like Zulu warriors and running around the back yard :spanking:
:clap::clap::rofl::rofl::rofl::lol::lol::eek5:

colonel
2nd April 2008, 19:18
wont be there thursday heading to taupo for the track day. trying to get some pace. have a good ride

RiderInBlack
2nd April 2008, 23:35
Go naked and black, like the rest of the boys, they'd love to see you naked Doug
Call me a prude but with Gordie sniffing around, I think I'll keep the bikini and panties on:shifty:
The GSX1400K7 bikini fairing I've been told by Suzuki NZ doesn't fit on the 2005 and costs $1200-1500 with the belly pan, so that puts that bike out.

Maha
3rd April 2008, 06:46
Lol I can just imagine Christopher and Gord painting themselves up like Zulu warriors and running around the back yard :spanking:


Geez thanks for that image Pirua, so can I now.....:eek5:

Unit
3rd April 2008, 21:03
I think I'll keep the bikini and panties on:shifty:

What colour !

Laava
3rd April 2008, 21:33
So not only can I kill threads with a single post, but now I can kill the NTNR by just turning up! Yep just me, no probs with finding a route tho! I guess the earlier rain scared everyone away! Even Doug refused to come out on the 'ol TS!:lol:

RiderInBlack
4th April 2008, 06:36
Even Doug refused to come out on the 'ol TS!:lol:Well ya could have ridden ya V-Strom out ta the farm and ridden it in the paddock as that is the only place the old TS is good for. LOL

Black Bikini and panties of cause Annette:msn-wink: Got ta be Norf Colours ya know.

Unit
5th April 2008, 19:35
Black Bikini and panties of cause Annette:msn-wink: Got ta be Norf Colours ya know.
Photos please

Laava
5th April 2008, 22:00
Went trail biking today and fell off after about 30min. Big swelling on shoulder means caging to the bike show in the morning! Bollocks! What a putz!

T.I.E
6th April 2008, 03:15
oh dont tell me what im missing :blink:. winterless north, its been an interesting year with weather up there.
so im just checking in to see if everyone is behaving themselves.:girlfight:
off to the uk soon a new change of scenery :clap: which will be nice, some water would be a good thing. dust and sand are a pain and have to say with this wind and the SV's not so good paint work it wouldnt last long out here.
hoping to catch up with mac sometime soon as he is riding back from vegas today, i think i might beat him up and take his bike for a ride. withdrawls lol.

got to know how is everything holding up over there, i cant get any news about new zealan over here, its all about americans. :wacko:

RiderInBlack
6th April 2008, 04:32
Photos please
Here ya go:whistle:http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=91112&d=1206948130

Unit
6th April 2008, 19:01
OK Doug never seen one of those before, looks like it could haul arse thats for sure.

Andrew glad to hear you are having a good time. The Tga Poseur crew has a vid up from track day on Friday, loads of wheels etc.
Would be good if you had a ride in the states and could report back what its like to corner on the wrong side of the road :shit:

Al sorry to read about your spill mate, hope you recover fast

I will be back up in Whangarei next weekend, been a while since my last trip so might get a chance to catch up with some of you.
Jay my son is getting his first road bike this week, a Yamaha Scopio 225. Really looking forward to riding with him although he said he wont keep up with me. I told him I will just follow him. Kinda scary thinking about my boy getting out on the road with all us other twits, its a weird feeling when your children get to this stage

DMNTD
7th April 2008, 07:07
OK Doug never seen one of those before....
There was one in our driveway on Saturday madam :buggerd:

A HUGE thanks to Mike,Alex and all the Maunders Crew for the work given to me over last month...really appreciated thank you.
I start tomorrow at Bayride Motorcycles as their newest salesman...poor buggers eh :rolleyes:

Oh...here's a vid of last Fridays hooning at the MotoTT trackday. Had an awesome time despite nearly binning twice within 200m from pushing toooooo hard in the second session of the day so decided to back it right off and play camera boy which I enjoyed anyway.



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Laava
7th April 2008, 07:41
Cool vid, looks like fun! Must get my arse t a track one of these days. Let us know if you want a meal or a coffee etc Unit, otherwise prob up for a ride too! Yeah crapped off old XT400 and gave the shoulder a wrench but I'm, off to work so not too bad thanks!
Hope I'm not the only one here for this weeks TNR!

Laava
10th April 2008, 07:28
Right you lot-get off the couch this evening! Be a bit colder an darker than before. Could just do Maunu rd into Walton St into Cameron St?:lol:

Korumba
10th April 2008, 07:54
Been up Norf all week but should make it,Would full up with gas before we leave with that route in mind!

Laava
11th April 2008, 07:47
Good pootle in the cuntryside last night, dodging possums and gravel traps etc. Always good to see new faces but time of the year is taking it's toll on the numbers!
Where are you now T.I.E?

RiderInBlack
11th April 2008, 14:04
Will join ya after I get "Zena" up here. 3-4weeks to go:baby:

Laava
11th April 2008, 14:13
How can you give it a name before you even ride it? "She" might be a bad morning person ( We already know she's got a wide arse!) and cough and fart her way out of bed! Zena sounds kinda exotic(erotic) tho but maybe you should have some backup names in case you need 'em!
Such as Enid, or Helen!:lol:

T.I.E
13th April 2008, 17:34
update off to the UK tomorrow, and then a quick fly and run around everything over there.
then might consider coming back home. how you lot doing? doug ya got a new toy coming your way? looking really good.

RiderInBlack
13th April 2008, 18:28
update off to the UK tomorrow, and then a quick fly and run around everything over there.
then might consider coming back home.What already? Dam it man ya will be coming in ta shitty winter weather here. It's started:crybaby: I'd be trying ta stay North until spring here, if it was me. How long before ya legal again:ride:? Wonder whether ya could get someone ta pick it up for ya and get the Internat Licence for ya. Then again ya could do the odd bit on dodgy no licence thing oversea if ya can get a loaner:devil2: (mmm that brings back memories:whistle:). Just don't fall-off (been there done that):doh:
Will be gutted if "Zena" turns out ta be a "Helen":eek5:

colonel
15th April 2008, 20:27
wont make thursday night. off to hamilton for the v8s. hope the wearther clears going two up. have a good ride see you next week

Unit
16th April 2008, 18:44
Will join ya after I get "Zena" up here. 3-4weeks to go:baby:
Awesome to here you have got yourself a new ride. Looking forward to seeing you out and about soon

RiderInBlack
16th April 2008, 18:51
Awesome to here you have got yourself a new ride. Looking forward to seeing you out and about soonWatchout, planning ta head ya way on the way up early May (bed may be need fa two). Got a mini road trip on the brew:Punk:

mugins
17th April 2008, 12:54
ANY ONE FOR A NEW RIDE http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-150904167.htm

nodrog
17th April 2008, 13:00
ANY ONE FOR A NEW RIDE http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-150904167.htm

sweet, im winning! :headbang:

mugins
17th April 2008, 13:06
sweet, im winning! :headbang:

I CAN JUST SEE YOU RIDING TO WORK ON IT(NOT)

nodrog
17th April 2008, 13:07
I CAN JUST SEE YOU RIDING TO WORK ON IT(NOT)

mate, i would TRY!

Korumba
17th April 2008, 16:43
Wont be there tonight, Have a good one!

Korumba
17th April 2008, 16:47
sweet, im winning! :headbang:

Not any more.

nodrog
17th April 2008, 16:53
Not any more.

meanihead!

Mom
18th April 2008, 17:03
Hi guys.

Just thought I would give a little reminder for this

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=67416

Time is marching on, maybe nodrog/korumba can use the drag bike to make the trip :dodge:

Mrs Busa Pete
18th April 2008, 17:13
Hi guys.

Just thought I would give a little reminder for this

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=67416

Time is marching on, maybe nodrog/korumba can use the drag bike to make the trip :dodge:

Hay i had the leading bid on that bike. Mind you dont now.

Mom
18th April 2008, 17:15
Hay i had the leading bid on that bike. Mind you dont now.

Does it have a low seat height? :dodge:

Reckon you would look cool burning down the road to buy groceries on it...LOL

Mrs Busa Pete
18th April 2008, 17:56
Does it have a low seat height? :dodge:

Reckon you would look cool burning down the road to buy groceries on it...LOL

Just waiting to hear if it has a warrent and rego

Laava
18th April 2008, 18:39
[QUOTE=Mom;1527295]Hi guys.Just thought I would give a little reminder for thisQUOTE]
Would love to do it Anne! The thought of pootling around the country side carefree in a fluoro jacket riding a disposable bike got my attention! [seriously] However the co I have been working for has not paid me since Jan and has gone under leaving me a tad light in the pocket at this stage. This may change but anyways, I am up for backup vehicle if there is one needed. Have ute and trailer, so get in touch with me if I am needed, in the meantime , fingers crossed!

mugins
19th April 2008, 09:40
Just waiting to hear if it has a warrent and rego

sorry no reg or wof :less than min tread depth

Korumba
19th April 2008, 15:54
Thought I might do the Coro Loop with the Loopies leaving at 7.00 anyone else keen.



http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2008-4-20&e=1598&c=1

Mom
19th April 2008, 16:04
However the co I have been working for has not paid me since Jan and has gone under leaving me a tad light in the pocket at this stage. This may change but anyways, I am up for backup vehicle if there is one needed. Have ute and trailer, so get in touch with me if I am needed, in the meantime , fingers crossed!

Man, I hate that kind of shit! Want me to come up and give someone a bash for you? LOL

Put a post in the Adventure Ho thread to let then know you may be able to help as a back up but no doubt I will call if needed!

Laava
22nd April 2008, 22:48
There will be a ride up to Kaitaia for St Johns Ambulance with the Ulysses on fri 25th,[this fri!] leaving Burger King at 10.30am. Will be a bunch from Auckland coming too. We ride at "own" pace so no-one gets frustrated and there are badges available [$10] and a feed is put on for a small sum. Come along, you don't have to be old and farty to ride with this group!

mugins
23rd April 2008, 12:35
There will be a ride up to Kaitaia for St Johns Ambulance with the Ulysses on fri 25th,[this fri!] leaving Burger King at 10.30am. Will be a bunch from Auckland coming too. We ride at "own" pace so no-one gets frustrated and there are badges available [$10] and a feed is put on for a small sum. Come along, you don't have to be old and farty to ride with this group!

old and farty?was meant too be going down to taupo for track day than racing drags on sunday but farm manager's wife is about to calve so can't go to far away but a ride north l maybe able to manage,thursday night?

T.I.E
23rd April 2008, 17:06
you lot how yall going, how are the rides.
ok now im getting cranky not having a bike to ride here.
looking forward to getting home, maybe mid next month. middle of winter and all.
well soon to be.
back in the states manchester was such an amazing place to visit, and switzerland is beautiful, such a short time i was there but amazing.
how ever germany was somewhat depressing frankfurt that is.
manchesters pubs, to the new and old buildings was spectacular. but how ever the cost of staying there was very scary indeed. so if you ever intend to go, get to know someone or know what ya wanna see and do it quickly. ill get some pictures up tomorrow. something to keep you all amused so you i know i am here. lol.

i have one big problem!
i have seen so many over here wearing shorts and t shirts when riding through town locals you could say. making my cringe big time. skin graft anyone?

Korumba
28th April 2008, 13:29
Good to see the trip is going well.
Its just getting dark when we leave for a ride.So hard to get excited about Thursday NIGHT rides at the mo.
Where are all the photos???????????????????????????????????????????? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????? ?.

Unit
30th April 2008, 17:15
Hi Norflanders! Well been a while since Ive been up yous fullas way. Jay has been here for the past week and 1/2, shipping him home tomorrow :crybaby:
He is now ready for his first road bike :eek: so last Saturday we went bike shop slutting :rolleyes: Checked out a whole lotta bikes from the new Kawazaki Ninja 250R, the Hyobang 250, through to the Keyway (he refused to sit on that), the Bandit 250, GN250 to finally settling on the Scopio 225. Bang for buck and size wise (remember Jay is a little fellow) it was the most suitable bike for him. And no, nothing to do with Chris now working in a Yamaha shop :rolleyes:
So, once he gets his license looks like I will be out riding with my son (boy does that make me feel my age).
Will let you lot know once he's mobile up there, and hoping people will look out for him as he learns the hazards of the roads :buggerd:
Hoping to catch up with Whangarei end of May after my next track day 16th May.

Laava
30th April 2008, 17:26
Proud Mum eh? Good on you guys for getting out and about. Might see you when you are up or if I make the Westpac ride.

Unit
30th April 2008, 17:31
Proud Mum eh? Good on you guys for getting out and about. Might see you when you are up or if I make the Westpac ride.
Yea mate he's not a bad kid, been little stress really. Just hope he gets his wits about him fast and has as many happy years biking as I have

T.I.E
1st May 2008, 04:08
1, me in a costa town north of LA, i wasnt allowed to drive as i had lost my licence. so i was a passenger 50cc engine was not too bad.
2.a place called Barstow, im sorry but what a dump. but lots of desert.
3.me inside a real roadside diner.
4.this is a mountain in the desert with snow on it????????

T.I.E
1st May 2008, 04:12
1, amazing to see padddocks of these pumps
2.wind generators like back home but hundreds of them. and this was a clear day.
3.and i found my brother lol.
4.and some stranger i met at the airport on arrival.

T.I.E
1st May 2008, 04:25
id put some more up but i have too many pictures on KB and it wont let me delete any older ones, so off to the mods i go. lol. unless anyone has anyideas.

Korumba
1st May 2008, 15:22
Yea mate he's not a bad kid, been little stress really. Just hope he gets his wits about him fast and has as many happy years biking as I have


Excellent news, where is Jay going to be riding it? Up Norf??

Korumba
1st May 2008, 15:24
id put some more up but i have too many pictures on KB and it wont let me delete any older ones, so off to the mods i go. lol. unless anyone has anyideas.

Good to see some photos, was thinking you were still in Kaiwaka and doing a Crazy Steve on us!