Manawatu: The Forgotten Highway (25 November) [Archive]

banditrider

25th October 2007, 20:36

You wanted it now here it is! :banana:

Date 25 November 2007.

Suggested route/plan:

Meet @ BP Rangatiki 07:50. Leaving Palmy @ 08:00.
Cruise on up to Stratford and stop for a coffee/petrol break
Head on up Highway 43 stopping whenever people might want to take snaps etc.
Lunch in Whangamomona.
Next gas stop Tamarunui or Turangi.
Potter on down highway 1 and stop either at Flat Hills or Mangaweka for another coffee/petrol stop.
Home to Palmy over Vinegar Hill.
Should be back mid-late arvo.Map here (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=107222745064103358547.00043d38ebbb1dc8bcbc9&ll=-39.660685,175.599976&spn=2.330114,4.405518&z=8&om=1)

Calendar thingee here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=1433)

cowboyz

25th October 2007, 20:45

doubles with waiarapa sprints and another weekend added on to the 5 in a row I will have been out and about so unfortuantely I am out. Bummer really. Have to set another one up mid summer.

manwithav8

25th October 2007, 20:48

I'm in...Might be going two up, will see though..

Kendog

25th October 2007, 21:11

Is 43 the forgotten bit?
Looks like a great ride, hope to do this one day but will probably be checking out the sprints.

86GSXR

25th October 2007, 21:12

86GSXR

25th October 2007, 21:15

Is 43 the forgotten bit?
Looks like a great ride, hope to do this one day but will probably be checking out the sprints.

It sure is, aka The Forgotton World Highway. Simply amazing road!!! Most highly recommended!

Edit. Check here for report and pics - pg 65 on :yes:

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=55645

Meanie

26th October 2007, 06:07

Ill be there........ as long as the sea isnt flat, and the weather plays ball

ynot slow

26th October 2007, 06:40

Guys quick note,the petrol station on main rd at Hawera is out of commission with major rebuild,there is another one in Eltham which is still getting tanks as well,this may be ok by then.
There are 3 other gas stations in Hawera and am happy to show you,might go for a ride from Hawera.

sels1

26th October 2007, 07:02

. Have to set another one up mid summer.

Yeah I cant do that day but would be keen to go at a later date

Toast

26th October 2007, 13:48

Did this road once, a couple of years ago after visiting Shaun Harris for some suspension set up help. Quite an experience. Saw about 3 cars in 150km on that week day. One of my fave rides.

Blue Bandito

26th October 2007, 13:58

Yeah, I'll be there rain or shine

banditrider

26th October 2007, 16:37

Sounds good and I'm tentatively in, bearing in mind I may have to work. Although I suggest an early lunch at the Whangamomona Hotel as I think we'll need it by then. It's at least 3 1/2 - 4 hrs Palmie to Whanga, taking into account gas stops and pics. The place is a bit of a legend too and going in this direction we'll hit the most intense parts of the road after Whanga. The Hotel is a great place to soak up the atmosphere of the area. Afternoon tea and gas in Taumarunui/Turangi? :niceone:

Open to suggestions re stops etc. Seeing as you & Meanie know the road you've probably got a few more clues about times etc. Would prefer to limit stops on the boring bits (ie getting up there and then back from Tamarunui) but keen to take in the scenery on the Forgotten Highway itself and get some pics to match yours!

The Concours should be able to do it with only one stop for gas but we'll have to fit in with whoever has the smallest range so these stops might be ideal for coffee/lunch??? Keen to just have a relaxed ride and go with the flow...

cowboyz

26th October 2007, 17:03

ashhurst to stratford is 207km. My mapping program has it at 2 hours 38min but in reality it is a pretty easy 2 hour trip.

Then FH is 151km and 2 hours 2 mins according to this. When Menie and I went across we stopped a couple of times and had a chat and took our time and it we left stratford at 10:45am and got to Taumaranui at 12:46pm. Although in a bigger group I would be thinking more like 4 or 5 hours to get across FH.

Boob Johnson

26th October 2007, 19:58

As a local to the area & a frequent rider of SH43 I would HIGHLY recommend stopping @ the Whangamomona pub for lunch & for those that haven't got one yet, a Whanga passport :laugh:

Cost's $3 & the proceeds support the local school :niceone:

BTW, yep im in for thise ride for sure, but ill prolly turn off @ Taumaranui & head west to the coast & back down to New Plymouth for any other local riders wanting to op for this.

86GSXR

26th October 2007, 20:03

Open to suggestions re stops etc. Seeing as you & Meanie know the road you've probably got a few more clues about times etc. Would prefer to limit stops on the boring bits (ie getting up there and then back from Tamarunui) but keen to take in the scenery on the Forgotten Highway itself and get some pics to match yours!

The Concours should be able to do it with only one stop for gas but we'll have to fit in with whoever has the smallest range so these stops might be ideal for coffee/lunch??? Keen to just have a relaxed ride and go with the flow...

Sounds good. The Daytona will need fuel at Stratford and then will be fine for Turangi although MWV8 and Chanceyy will need to gas at Taumarunui.

There's literally dozens of photo ops on the FH. It took Sarah and I two hours to get from Taumarunui to Whangamomona which is only 88 km. The atmosphere in the various places is just too good to hurry through. So as Cowboyz says below its quite feasible that the FH alone could take 3 - 4 hrs. The road itself can be ridden quite quickly between stops which just adds to the experience. I do recommend a rest stop at the Hotel which is just under halfway. Totally agree with not stopping at the boring bits :yes:

ashhurst to stratford is 207km. My mapping program has it at 2 hours 38min but in reality it is a pretty easy 2 hour trip.

Then FH is 151km and 2 hours 2 mins according to this. When Menie and I went across we stopped a couple of times and had a chat and took our time and it we left stratford at 10:45am and got to Taumaranui at 12:46pm. Although in a bigger group I would be thinking more like 4 or 5 hours to get across FH.

Spot on! Shame you can't make it this time, but this is one road that will be different every time!

banditrider

26th October 2007, 20:06

So maybe we should aim for that 8am launch?

86GSXR

26th October 2007, 20:08

86GSXR

26th October 2007, 20:10

So maybe we should aim for that 8am launch?

Could be advisable, but it's still easily done with a slightly later (but not too much later) start. Let's see what the tribe say lol.

banditrider

26th October 2007, 20:21

Yep, plenty of time yet - don't want to get to organised just yet :msn-wink:

ynot slow

26th October 2007, 20:30

Yep, we met an ex president of the republic - a grey poodle. Classic :D

The goat died,so poodle was chosen,similar to our government situation.
Nice money container on the bar for donations for upkeep of the road,someone should tell the politicians,our taxes are for that.

Any thoughts on doing the trip reverse way,then when at Whanga pub,say 1.30 ish(depending on start,not sure of time needed from Manawatu),and photo stops, you have say 4 hours riding to get home and maybe 3/4hr for pics from pub to Stratford.On a good run Stratford- Palmy 190 kms say easy 2 hours.Mind you at that time (3pm on)a few cops might be about.

Meanie

26th October 2007, 21:14

8 am start i rekon
We are better to get there early, makes the rest of the ride a cruise knowing theres plenty of time and well need plenty of it
Harden up Al :oi-grr: youll still get your Latte stops You just may have to go to bed at a reasonable hour To Sleep :bleh:

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 07:16

Sounds good. The Daytona will need fuel at Stratford and then will be fine for Turangi although MWV8 and Chanceyy will need to gas at Taumarunui. !

I got 220km when the fuel light came on the other day and that tank was all at pretty average pace...Nothing to blistering but not nanering either....

I could always throw a 5L jerry in the pack for incase of lol

cowboyz

27th October 2007, 07:29

220 is HEAPS. Dont get all excited about carrying extra fuel. Fill up before you leave, fill up in stratford and you will get all the way round to Ohakune if ou want to.

rufusdion

27th October 2007, 07:35

Last time i was on The Forgotten Highway the road still was gravel in a number of places - has this changed now? is it tarsealed all the way through??

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 07:51

220 is HEAPS. Dont get all excited about carrying extra fuel. Fill up before you leave, fill up in stratford and you will get all the way round to Ohakune if ou want to.

Would be nice to get 300 but at a stretch maybe 250 is do-able... either way I am not stressed

86GSXR

27th October 2007, 07:56

Last time i was on The Forgotten Highway the road still was gravel in a number of places - has this changed now? is it tarsealed all the way through??

Not quite, theres 14 km of gravel left on the Taumarunui side of Whangamomona. Easy and recently graded.

Would be nice to get 300 but at a stretch maybe 250 is do-able... either way I am not stressed

You'll have no probs Lee. The FH is only 151 kms with fuel at both ends.

HornetBoy

27th October 2007, 08:11

hey guys i might possibly be able to make this ride if ya don't mind..:confused: hopefully the hornet wont run out of tread by then..:shifty: be my first ride with any of the kb crew.

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 08:16

As I said I am not to concerned.....

Hornetboy, I'm sure you will be more than welcome...Easy for you to join in at Wangavages as we come through....

banditrider

27th October 2007, 08:19

Ok, got my shit sorted and added a calendar here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=1433). Let's get some names...

hey guys i might possibly be able to make this ride if ya don't mind..:confused: hopefully the hornet wont run out of tread by then..:shifty: be my first ride with any of the kb crew.

Sweet as not gonna be a race.

HornetBoy

27th October 2007, 08:20

banditrider

27th October 2007, 08:23

cool well if you guys are starting from palmy ill just ride up and meet you all .wil be good to have a decent ride on the 900 as i havet taken it further than 150kms at one .still getting used to the fact its not a 250 any more and dont run on the smeel of an oily rag.:mobile:

Whoops! Thought you were still in the 250 club - should know better than to just look at ya handle especially considering mine...Congrads on the 9. :Punk:

HornetBoy

27th October 2007, 08:26

I'm a maybe at the moment as i might only have the vtr250 at that time,the hornet is going in for service etc round then .but ill have a definite yes or no 1 week prior to the 25th..

Ok, got my shit sorted and added a calendar here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=1433). Let's get some names...

cowboyz

27th October 2007, 08:27

Ok, got my shit sorted and added a calendar here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=1433). Let's get some names...

Sweet as not gonna be a race.

yes. No point in racing when the No 1 bike isnt going to be there.

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 08:28

I'm a maybe at the moment as i might only have the vtr250 at that time,the hornet is going in for service etc round then .but ill have a definite yes or no 1 week prior to the 25th..

if all else fails, come along on the VTR..... This won't be a high speed blast so you will be fine either way

HornetBoy

27th October 2007, 08:28

haha yea annoying that,people always saying aren't you still a member of 250 club..,thanks i really love it a so much power so comfy so good for touring ah i think im in love again..

Whoops! Thought you were still in the 250 club - should know better than to just look at ya handle especially considering mine...Congrads on the 9. :Punk:

banditrider

27th October 2007, 08:28

yes. No point in racing when the No 1 bike isnt going to be there.

You mean as a decoy for all the cops? Would be good of ya!

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 08:30

yes. No point in racing when the No 1 bike isnt going to be there.

however, the NO 1 bike will soon be forgotten when the sound of the Duc thumps out through the bush for all to hear lol

HornetBoy

27th October 2007, 08:30

really? bring the vtr haha what i sight that would be .mind you it has a screen and grips but i find it very uncomfortable after riding for over an hour..

banditrider

27th October 2007, 08:34

really? bring the vtr haha what i sight that would be .mind you it has a screen and grips but i find it very uncomfortable after riding for over an hour..

Look, I think we've decided - you're coming. We're not too concerned about your comfort :msn-wink::rolleyes::bleh:

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 08:34

really? bring the vtr haha what i sight that would be .mind you it has a screen and grips but i find it very uncomfortable after riding for over an hour..

and my seat is as hard as cancrete but hey, if you feel like a rest at anytime then go go for it...I will lol....Nothing wrong with a quick stop then a blast to catch up..

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 08:36

Look, I think we've decided - you're coming. We're not too concerned about your comfort :msn-wink::rolleyes::bleh:

There you go hornetboy, regardless of what you ride, just be there....HAve a look at the map, I think the longest stretch is 160km so you can handle that I am sure

cowboyz

27th October 2007, 08:36

You mean as a decoy for all the cops? Would be good of ya!
ARRRRRRRRRRRR NAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHH

however, the NO 1 bike will soon be forgotten when the sound of the Duc thumps out through the bush for all to hear lol

And what would the Duc be doing in the bush to start with? Fraternising with a zooki or Daytona?

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 08:41

ARRRRRRRRRRRR NAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHH

And what would the Duc be doing in the bush to start with? Fraternising with a zooki or Daytona?

Have to go looking for green since green will not be heard

HornetBoy

27th October 2007, 10:27

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 14:41

Cool ok guys count me in then ,whether i ride the 900 or the 250 who knows but should be a fun ride. the tank range on the vtr is like 300km+ so yea should be right and the hornet i think is about 250km+ so yea. man i think sitting on the vtr for over an hour is like sitting on cold hard concrete :beer:

Just went for a 70km two up strope and my ass is a little weary... So you are lucky on the VTR..

My seat slopes foward to the tank and doesn't flatten out at all so the boys get a little knocked around, now add a pillion sitting on the very slippery seat and heavy braking situations and what do you have.... Two lumps, one either side of the adams apple lol....

Don't worry hornetchap, you will be fine..

NZsarge

27th October 2007, 15:32

really? bring the vtr haha what i sight that would be .mind you it has a screen and grips but i find it very uncomfortable after riding for over an hour..
Yeah thats about it for me too.

There you go hornetboy, regardless of what you ride, just be there....HAve a look at the map, I think the longest stretch is 160km so you can handle that I am sure

err, not me, i'm done at about 120km then it's time GET OFF, prefereably 80-100k and if I do those sort of stints I can do a 700-800k day ok.

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 15:35

Yeah thats about it for me too.

err, not me, i'm done at about 120km then it's time GET OFF, prefereably 80-100k and if I do those sort of stints I can do a 700-800k day ok.

I'm sure that could be sorted...If we plan to be away for the majority of the day then we take as long as we like aye???

NZsarge

27th October 2007, 15:40

I'm sure that could be sorted...If we plan to be away for the majority of the day then we take as long as we like aye???

Yeah but it's not my ride and I really don't want to start dictating what gonna go on. Not that anyone would listen anyway....:D

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 15:51

Yeah but it's not my ride and I really don't want to start dictating what gonna go on. Not that anyone would listen anyway....:D

but surely the more the merrier and if you need a rest instead of doing some crazy shit, people would appreciated and understand that.. I man hell, I could still be doing this two up, and you have seen the pilion seat.. We might just have to let everyone go and enjoy ourselves but won't know till that time comes..

86GSXR

27th October 2007, 18:38

Jeez, what a bunch of blouses :chase: :lol: I've just ridden to Wellie and back non stop and only yesterday I did Palmie - Feilding and only stopped once :headbang:

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 18:45

Jeez, what a bunch of blouses :chase: :lol: I've just ridden to Wellie and back non stop and only yesterday I did Palmie - Feilding and only stopped once :headbang:

Your claiming gladiator status after a palmie - fielding ride???

haha lol well we did the saddle and back through gorge and oldwest rd with only one pic stop at windmills.. We must be rated up there too lol

86GSXR

27th October 2007, 18:56

Oh yeah. I forgot to mention that I also went from my place to Cafe Cuba. Without stopping. So there :lol:

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 19:00

Oh yeah. I forgot to mention that I also went from my place to Cafe Cuba. Without stopping. So there :lol:

I have seen pics of the gixxer outside Cafe Cuba lol..

We did Palmy to Napier with one stop so we must be bloody legends.....

cowboyz

27th October 2007, 19:29

hmmmmmmmmmmm.

The ONLY reason 86 made it from Feilding to Palmerston without stopping is that there are no cafes on that route...............

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 19:33

hmmmmmmmmmmm.

The ONLY reason 86 made it from Feilding to Palmerston without stopping is that there are no cafes on that route...............

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

so right you are cowboyz.....

86GSXR

27th October 2007, 19:43

And my bum was so sore too :killingme :killingme :killingme

manwithav8

27th October 2007, 19:47

And my bum was so sore too :killingme :killingme :killingme

I won't say wuss becuase I know that if I were to tag along for the Taupo gig tomorrow I wouldn't be walking for a week.. I am still fresh lol

Meanie

27th October 2007, 19:51

banditrider

27th October 2007, 20:02

Meanie

27th October 2007, 20:07

Me too. Surely we can make Stratford in one hit and be on 43 by half ten or so? Should be able to be back in Palmy by 4ish surely?
Yep i Rekon, didnt take Cowboyz and i long when we stayed on the bikes
Took longer to get from Wiaouru to home once we caught up with the rest of the clan with soooo many stops

ynot slow

27th October 2007, 20:15

Oh yeah. I forgot to mention that I also went from my place to Cafe Cuba. Without stopping. So there :lol:

Becoming the consumate latte expert,next time you'll be in Ponsonby Rd for a week trying to get out.Every time we're in Cuba St cnr the place is full.

cowboyz

27th October 2007, 20:17

Me too. Surely we can make Stratford in one hit and be on 43 by half ten or so? Should be able to be back in Palmy by 4ish surely?

Oh the naivety of it!!!!!!!! I seem to remember not so long ago trying to convince this lot to get to taranaki without stopping and ended up with Meanie and Myself riding alone.

For the wider info. When Meanie and I headed off we never did any excess speeds. We left Ashhurst at 6:55am and arrived in Stratford at 9:01am. Then the detour further north putting us back in Stratford at 10:45 and in Tamuarnui at 12:46. Then Waioru at 2:20. Home at 5:26pm. If you take the easy 1:15 from Waioru then that makes 4pm and take out the northen detour of nearly 2 hours then even with pic stops it shouldnt be later than 5pm. Bet it is alot later than that though.

86GSXR

27th October 2007, 22:01

This sounds like its gonna turn into a very long Cafe ride if your gonna stop every 100 ks
I realy dont want to get home late and in the dark on a Sunday night when i gotta get up early the next morning for work

Me too. Surely we can make Stratford in one hit and be on 43 by half ten or so? Should be able to be back in Palmy by 4ish surely?

Absolutely. I'm all for as little stopping as possible. Except for pics, lunch and gas.

Becoming the consumate latte expert,next time you'll be in Ponsonby Rd for a week trying to get out.Every time we're in Cuba St cnr the place is full.

Just got back from there after a nice night ride :yes:

ducatilover

27th October 2007, 22:05

if the weathers ok ill try keep up:baby:

manwithav8

28th October 2007, 07:09

if the weathers ok ill try keep up:baby:

Looks like everyone is going to be in a hurry to get around... I haven't doen the FH but I will take everyone's word that it will be an all day occasion with a steady pace and minimal stops....

Looks like I will be ditching the pillion and doing this one solo for now...

Would like to plan an over nighter sometime though so we can all get on the piss lol

NZsarge

28th October 2007, 07:20

I'm gonna give this a miss for reasons i've already stated. If that means i'm a wuss.....I dont care.

manwithav8

28th October 2007, 07:27

I'm gonna give this a miss for reasons i've already stated. If that means i'm a wuss.....I dont care.

This will be the longest I would have attacked on the monster but should be ok.

I guess if the stops we do have to make are kept to a minimum then surely the day won't be too long...

banditrider

28th October 2007, 07:46

Absolutely. I'm all for as little stopping as possible. Except for pics, lunch and gas. :yes:

Goodo - it's not a hard ride so no need to turn it into a 24 hour event. :Police:

I'm gonna give this a miss for reasons i've already stated. If that means i'm a wuss.....I dont care.

Awww dude - the Ace will love it!

Racey Rider

28th October 2007, 07:49

manwithav8

28th October 2007, 07:56

Would you lot be interested in me setting up a barbecue at Whangamomona on that day?
Was thinking it's a cheaper and Faster option for lunch than waiting ages for the pub food when a heap of bikers all roll in together.
You can still grab your beers at the pub then stroll across the road for 'bangers in bread'. Just a donation to help cover costs maybe.
I will sacrifice my 'ride' as a Thankyou to those who supported my racing over the past couple of seasons. Give something back and all that.

Could also bring a Van for 'breakdown recovery' if needed.
Can bring spare fuel for those a bit unsure.

Taranaki crew: Any one got a decent barbecue I could use?

Just a thought.
Racey.

Don't know how the others feel about this but hell yeah... BBQ on the go is all good in my books....You da man!!!!

Will have to see what the ride organiser wants to do...

banditrider

28th October 2007, 07:58

Would you lot be interested in me setting up a barbecue at Whangamomona on that day?
Was thinking it's a cheaper and Faster option for lunch than waiting ages for the pub food when a heap of bikers all roll in together.
You can still grab your beers at the pub then stroll across the road for 'bangers in bread'. Just a donation to help cover costs maybe.
I will sacrifice my 'ride' as a Thankyou to those who supported my racing over the past couple of seasons. Give something back and all that.

Could also bring a Van for 'breakdown recovery' if needed.
Can bring spare fuel for those a bit unsure.

Taranaki crew: Any one got a decent barbecue I could use?

Just a thought.
Racey.

That's a helluva awesome offer! Let's see what everyone feels about this. We'd need to be absolutely sure of numbers etc so you didn't end up feeding an army or worse preparing to feed an army and have a half dozen turn up! :niceone:

ynot slow

28th October 2007, 08:45

Would you lot be interested in me setting up a barbecue at Whangamomona on that day?
Was thinking it's a cheaper and Faster option for lunch than waiting ages for the pub food when a heap of bikers all roll in together.
You can still grab your beers at the pub then stroll across the road for 'bangers in bread'. Just a donation to help cover costs maybe.
I will sacrifice my 'ride' as a Thankyou to those who supported my racing over the past couple of seasons. Give something back and all that.

Could also bring a Van for 'breakdown recovery' if needed.
Can bring spare fuel for those a bit unsure.

Taranaki crew: Any one got a decent barbecue I could use?

Just a thought.
Racey.

Consider a bbq given mate,3 burner,grill & hot plate wooden trolley with wheels,only prob is in Hawera,would be keen on helping as well,if you have room for two passengers,like the idea of numbers for food,mind you if you scout out to Whanga early morning might be good selection of road kill,just tell em the small long items are skinny (organic)chickens.:sunny:

Meanie

28th October 2007, 10:34

I'm gonna give this a miss for reasons i've already stated. If that means i'm a wuss.....I dont care.

No one can call you a wuss Sarge with the way you ride :2thumbsup

I cant see it be any more gruelling than the ride we did around Taranaki/Owakino george/eight mile/Taumarunui and home, in fact its less distance
You had no probs doing that one, this,l be a walk in the park
I think the important thing is to get to stratford in a reasonable time so we can enjoy the FH as it should be and have plenty of time left to cruise home
Itd be a shame to have you bail when i know you breeze through this
Racey Rider your offer is bloody awesome and id be keen and quite happy to swing you a few bucks to cover costs and yea a recovery vehicle for the hondas would be good :whistle:

Boob Johnson

28th October 2007, 10:44

Look, I think we've decided - you're coming. We're not too concerned about your comfort :msn-wink::rolleyes::bleh:lmfao!! :laugh:

ps: thanks in advance for being the tail end charlie (ie cop bait) :Police::laugh:

Looks like everyone is going to be in a hurry to get around... I haven't doen the FH but I will take everyone's word that it will be an all day occasion with a steady pace and minimal stops....

Looks like I will be ditching the pillion and doing this one solo for now...

Would like to plan an over nighter sometime though so we can all get on the piss lolYeah that sounds like the go, the Whanga pub is perfect for that :drinknsin :niceone:

BBQ offer: That sounds great man. I live in central NP but don't have a BBQ so can't help out there soz.

HornetBoy

28th October 2007, 14:01

so whats the latest on the trip ?have been away all weekend and i see ive missed alot of ideas people are throwing out....bbq thats sounds good would be keen on that nothing like a long ride then a good ole bbq. anyone been out riding today?

banditrider

28th October 2007, 14:42

manwithav8

28th October 2007, 17:18

Had to re-route the throttle cables. The previous idiot owner had them wrapped around the front brake hoses so had to remove them aswell.

Was a good chance to change front brake fluid and do a nice bleed... No more spongy fronts lol......

Went out around the outskirts of palmy then into town to terrorise the locals.... Poor buggas having coffee down George st. The Monster has a great bark on overrun, nice crisp crackle being heard around the streets..

Anyway, see pics for old and new cable routing... Much more clear view of instrument panel!!!

Meanie

28th October 2007, 17:41

manwithav8

28th October 2007, 18:01

I cant believe some twat would run cables like that
Certainly made a difference :niceone:

I didn't know any better when I got the bike as I had nothing to compare it against.. All I knew was something was fucked up but it has taken me this long to sort it... It has made a huge difference, now I can see if my indicator is still flashing many a K up the road, or I can now see if I am about to run out of gas....All the important things can be seen...

manwithav8

28th October 2007, 19:26

Mrs V8 is rostered in this day so will be hitting it solo which is good as the monster won't need as many stops as usual....

I will actually be driving the FH on Tuesday as part of an Amry driving cse for the weekend soldiers..( Tail end charlie with all the fixing tools ) SO I will get a few pics and get a sneak preview on what is to come for the 25th...

Bonez

28th October 2007, 20:51

anyone been out riding today?Yes. Palmy, Napier,Taupo, Westen Access,Taihapi, Viniger Hill on the GB400. Have only just gotten home.

NZsarge

29th October 2007, 06:48

Goodo - it's not a hard ride so no need to turn it into a 24 hour event. :Police:

Awww dude - the Ace will love it!

Keep trying to tell you my bike is not the problem, it's my backside thats not up to it! I rode from Turangi to the Vinegar hill turn off in one stint last night and the last 30k were mission and unenjoyed, but the coolness off the evening may also have had something to do with that but whatever.

Echoing a young ladies comments about the Ace's seat "it may look comfortable but it ai'nt".

NZsarge

29th October 2007, 07:31

No one can call you a wuss Sarge with the way you ride

Yeah cheers James, check the above post, Tai'nt no big thing really dude but if I cant ride the bike in "reasonable" comfort then I wont. There are obviously times when you have to like last night in that bloody cold, you dont have an option and that ok, there is no control over that, we thinking about it I could have always left sooner but oh well. But in this instantance I know already that there is a couple of stints at least I wont do in one go. I do try and push myself every now and then to ride a little further to get acustomed to longer distances but I seem to have hit a comfort wall an about 100-110k and if I dont mind not enjoying it I can do another 30k or so then it's time to stop.
Gotten better though coz when I first bought the bike 80k was it, full stop!

Meanie

29th October 2007, 08:01

Yeah cheers James, check the above post, Tai'nt no big thing really dude but if I cant ride the bike in "reasonable" comfort then I wont. There are obviously times when you have to like last night in that bloody cold, you dont have an option and that ok, there is no control over that, we thinking about it I could have always left sooner but oh well. But in this instantance I know already that there is a couple of stints at least I wont do in one go. I do try and push myself every now and then to ride a little further to get acustomed to longer distances but I seem to have hit a comfort wall an about 100-110k and if I dont mind not enjoying it I can do another 30k or so then it's time to stop.
Gotten better though coz when I first bought the bike 80k was it, full stop!

Fair enough mate
Have you tried a sheepskin on your seat or maybe if you wanted to spend the money you can get your seat reshaped and padded to fit your posterior :rolleyes: Might be worth a look at

NZsarge

29th October 2007, 08:10

Fair enough mate
Have you tried a sheepskin on your seat or maybe if you wanted to spend the money you can get your seat reshaped and padded to fit your posterior :rolleyes: Might be worth a look at

Yeah definetely thinking about the sheepskin thingy, damn it, too busy riding it though! But I might give that fellow in Otaki a call, he's sounds pretty on to it, make em while you wait and so on. Failing that the next step would be a "Riderz" re-shaped seat, but that means a trip to the funny farm (Auckland) unless you know of someone reputable thats nearer?

Meanie

29th October 2007, 08:14

Yeah definetely thinking about the sheepskin thingy, damn it, too busy riding it though! But I might give that fellow in Otaki a call, he sounds pretty on to it, make em while you wait and so on. Failing that the next step would be a "Riderz" re-shaped seat, but that means a trip to the funny farm (Auckland) unless you know of someone reputable thats nearer?

Place in Tauranga that does them for around $500, they have had a thread on kb with an offer of a discount for kb members They supposed to be good
Money well spent if your having trouble
I ordered a gel seat for the concours cause i get a sore butt as well after an hour or two in the saddle, so you aint alone

NZsarge

29th October 2007, 08:21

Place in Tauranga that does them for around $500, they have had a thread on kb with an offer of a discount for kb members They supposed to be good
Money well spent if your having trouble
I ordered a gel seat for the concours cause i get a sore butt as well after an hour or two in the saddle, so you aint alone

Hmm, 500 slides is pretty big coin, reckon a Corbin single seat would'nt be much dearer. Perhaps reshaping a single seat like on the Ace would work out cheaper, food for thought anyway. The best thing of all I could do for my bike comfort probably is loose some friggin weight!

Meanie

29th October 2007, 09:13

Hmm, 500 slides is pretty big coin, reckon a Corbin single seat would'nt be much dearer. Perhaps reshaping a single seat like on the Ace would work out cheaper, food for thought anyway. The best thing of all I could do for my bike comfort probably is loose some friggin weight!

Try a sheepskin first thats the cheaper option you may not have to do any more than that
Yod seems to be very happy with the one he got from Bandit rider

yod

29th October 2007, 09:15

Hmm, 500 slides is pretty big coin, reckon a Corbin single seat would'nt be much dearer. Perhaps reshaping a single seat like on the Ace would work out cheaper, food for thought anyway. The best thing of all I could do for my bike comfort probably is loose some friggin weight!

just buy the zx14....

shite...not another kwaka...

NZsarge

29th October 2007, 09:22

Try a sheepskin first thats the cheaper option you may not have to do any more than that
Yod seems to be very happy with the one he got from Bandit rider
Yeah definetely.

just buy the zx14....

Must be your shout then...

Patrick

29th October 2007, 09:34

You wanted it now here it is! :banana:

Date 25 November 2007.

Suggested route/plan:

Leave Palmy 8-8:30ish
Cruise on up to Stratford and stop for a coffee/petrol break
Head on up Highway 43 stopping whenever people might want to take snaps etc.
Lunch in Tamarunui or Turangi. Gas if needed.
Potter on down highway 1 and stop either at Flat Hills or Mangaweka for another coffee/petrol stop.
Home to Palmy over Vinegar Hill.
Should be back mid-late arvo.Map here (http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=107222745064103358547.00043d38ebbb1dc8bcbc9&ll=-39.660685,175.599976&spn=2.330114,4.405518&z=8&om=1)

Calendar thingee here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=1433)

Geez... bloody alzheimers....

Don't even remember saying I am going on this, especially since this thread only started a few days ago.... and my name is in print saying I'm in... dunno how the hell that happens... but hey, I'm keen on Boobs idea of meeting up in Stratford, riding the FH (and visiting Whangamomona) and looping back to the coast from Taumarunui to Te Kuiti back to home...

manwithav8

29th October 2007, 11:49

Yeah definetely thinking about the sheepskin thingy, damn it, too busy riding it though! But I might give that fellow in Otaki a call, he's sounds pretty on to it, make em while you wait and so on. Failing that the next step would be a "Riderz" re-shaped seat, but that means a trip to the funny farm (Auckland) unless you know of someone reputable thats nearer?

In palmy that can tear your seat down and reshape, re-faom with softer stuff etc etc then re cover... I can't remember the name of the out fit but the repaired my textile pants too look like they were never burnt.. Will PM you the name when I get home tonight.. He said it could be around the $200 mark for a seat re build...

Will ask him and flick you his name..

ynot slow

29th October 2007, 17:35

Geez... bloody alzheimers....

Don't even remember saying I am going on this, especially since this thread only started a few days ago.... and my name is in print saying I'm in... dunno how the hell that happens... but hey, I'm keen on Boobs idea of meeting up in Stratford, riding the FH (and visiting Whangamomona) and looping back to the coast from Taumarunui to Te Kuiti back to home...

Sometime when ya click into the link,your name automatically appears,just click on the remove link and you dissapear,I was added to another ride and removed my name from link.

Mrs Cowboyz

29th October 2007, 19:27

Yeah cheers James, check the above post, Tai'nt no big thing really dude but if I cant ride the bike in "reasonable" comfort then I wont. There are obviously times when you have to like last night in that bloody cold, you dont have an option and that ok, there is no control over that, we thinking about it I could have always left sooner but oh well. But in this instantance I know already that there is a couple of stints at least I wont do in one go. I do try and push myself every now and then to ride a little further to get acustomed to longer distances but I seem to have hit a comfort wall an about 100-110k and if I dont mind not enjoying it I can do another 30k or so then it's time to stop.
Gotten better though coz when I first bought the bike 80k was it, full stop!

Couldnt agree more nzsarge..if you're not comfortable you're not enjoying the ride. I know without my "spongebob" I can only handle about 40 mins on the back of the bike before it gets uncomfortable. The castlepoint ride was basically my first all day ride and I think I coped pretty well but was eager to get back home once we got back to masterton. Definitely started to get uncomfortable from there onwards.

Meekey_Mouse

29th October 2007, 19:43

Yay! I've been wanting to do the FH for AGES! Will more then likely be in :jerry: Got to get a few things sorted on the Hyo and will have to see if I'm busy closer on though.

I'll pull out at Turangi and head back to Taupo from there instead of traveling south again, also if the direction stays the same I'll possibly stay Saturday night in Wanganui and wait on the main road from there, joining up with the back of the group... No stopping needed :niceone:

Might be able to bring a few people with me :woohoo:

Ixion

29th October 2007, 20:02

Went over SH43 from Stratford to Taumaraunui yesterday. (in a cage :weep: alas). Road is in EXCELLENT condition. Hardly any slips, and no rocks on the road bigger than a foot or so diameter. And the gravel section is as good gravel as I've ever seen.

HornetBoy

29th October 2007, 20:19

manwithav8

29th October 2007, 20:23

ok, so now ive actually taken a good look at the route and figured out which direction were going i figured out i can actually meet you guys in wanganui :bash:(where i live at the moment) where abouts would be best to join/meet ya guys?

I think, somewhere up there, ^^^^^^like way back I mentioned picking you up on the way lol.. I have no idea what route we are taking through wanga's so someone else will have to let you know....

I am driving this route tomorrow so will check out conditions etc and get some pics.

Boob Johnson

29th October 2007, 20:23

anyone been out riding today?Funny you should say that, I was out roaming around the FH yesterday, what a day it was too. Could see both Mt Taranaki & Ruapehu from the top of the first saddle, simply stunning! :clap:

Went over SH43 from Stratford to Taumaraunui yesterday. (in a cage :weep: alas). Road is in EXCELLENT condition. Hardly any slips, and no rocks on the road bigger than a foot or so diameter. And the gravel section is as good gravel as I've ever seen.lol Ixion. What car were you driving? Might have passed ya :whistle:

HornetBoy

29th October 2007, 20:27

manwithav8

29th October 2007, 20:32

yea manwithv8 ya did.i just took it the wrong way and thought we were going in the opposite direction ...:stupid: .bloody good day today aswell went for a ticky tour down to wellington such great weather

I took the bike over to work in Wanga's.... Great day for it..

Here is the Monster and FZR talking to each other lol

HornetBoy

29th October 2007, 20:36

man nice duc mate ull have to give me the tour of it a:gob: ill get one of those one day :innocent: right now thats why i keep my vtr250 (basically a carbon copy except it has no carbon..)

manwithav8

29th October 2007, 20:39

man nice duc mate ull have to give me the tour of it a:gob: ill get one of those one day :innocent: right now thats why i keep my vtr250 (basically a carbon copy except it has no carbon..)

Next time I have it over at work I'll let you know, come down for a look see if you like.

Mind you, you will see it on the 25th anyway..

chanceyy

29th October 2007, 20:40

Try a sheepskin first thats the cheaper option you may not have to do any more than that
Yod seems to be very happy with the one he got from Bandit rider

well after doing the 500ks today can definately recommend the sheepskin .. road chch to picton first stop just on 2 hours at kaikoura, 30 min break then non stop to blenheim stopped for fuel

did chch to picton in 4 & 1/5 hours with steady pace my butt only started getting sore on the last leg home from welly to shannon & bout last 20 ks .. & we all know I have a well padded butt as well .. so Sarge I can recommend them for sure .. (cheers bonez it was a life saver)

not sure about this trip yet .. need to work out wot weekend I am working as well

also found out today Betsy definately needs refilling bout 180ks .. be more bout that in my ride report that I will prob get to tomorrow nite

HornetBoy

29th October 2007, 21:22

Next time I have it over at work I'll let you know, come down for a look see if you like.

Mind you, you will see it on the 25th anyway..

yea have seen/heard a monster with an after market pipe that was on trade and id gone round to test ride it ..man was it a nice sounding bike :2thumbsup yea am looking foward to the 25th now finally a valid excuse to not have to goto work..

manwithav8

29th October 2007, 21:28

yea have seen/heard a monster with an after market pipe that was on trade and id gone round to test ride it ..man was it a nice sounding bike :2thumbsup yea am looking foward to the 25th now finally a valid excuse to not have to goto work..

Mine are stock cans but cored to the high heavens lol..

NZsarge

30th October 2007, 07:13

well after doing the 500ks today can definately recommend the sheepskin .. road chch to picton first stop just on 2 hours at kaikoura, 30 min break then non stop to blenheim stopped for fuel

did chch to picton in 4 & 1/5 hours with steady pace my butt only started getting sore on the last leg home from welly to shannon & bout last 20 ks .. & we all know I have a well padded butt as well .. so Sarge I can recommend them for sure .. (cheers bonez it was a life saver)

not sure about this trip yet .. need to work out wot weekend I am working as well

also found out today Betsy definately needs refilling bout 180ks .. be more bout that in my ride report that I will prob get to tomorrow nite
Nice to see you back in one piece:2thumbsup

chanceyy

30th October 2007, 09:23

Nice to see you back in one piece:2thumbsup

Thanks Sarge ... will get to the ride report & some pics later ... still feeling pretty shattered today .. but with a big grin for sure :niceone:

Meekey_Mouse

30th October 2007, 15:06

Would any one be keen on renting a room/lodge to stay the Saturday night and sharing the cost?

Thinkin that traveling from Taupo to there by 8AM will be too much in the morning, so if I am able to make it I'll be travelling down the night before.

NZsarge

30th October 2007, 15:48

^^^^^^bump^^^^^^

Bonez

30th October 2007, 16:43

^^^^^^bump^^^^^^Hey

sarge. How about doing the Stratford-Wanga bit then back? Could come back via Fordell, Taihapi etc etc

manwithav8

30th October 2007, 20:36

Left Wanganui at 9am, drove up to Stradford and onto the forgotten highway. Stopped at the Whangamomona Hotel and met Geoff.

I anyone is keen to do this same ride next year (early ) and book in for a night of drinking etc then we need to get in quick. He said they are starting to get bookings for March already. But if we give him numbers he can get it all set up food wise and rooms. They have good parking out the back for bikes apparently.

Last weekend he had 41 bikers drinking till 2am so it gets full.

After running into an old Army instructor who now works for MTA and the pair of us diagnosing an ill Cam Chain Tensioner for an old lady parked at the hotel I was on my way again to Taumaranui and down to Wanga's via the Para Para's.

All in all the road isn't too bad. They have been doing some work on the 12km gravel section but it isn't deep gravel, more like bike sharp stones. So some care will be needed however I suspect the road will have been traffic swept by then..

This is going to be an awsome ride and I can't wait.

Will need to set the Sag on the Monster before this as it may be jumping all over the show riding solo and the road is up down left and right with many bumpy parts...

manwithav8

30th October 2007, 20:38

and today wasn't done on the bike.... More lik ein the comfort of a Nissan Navara while all the kiddies learning to drive the mogs had no stereo hahahah..

HornetBoy

31st October 2007, 11:39

thanks for the pictures mate ,looks like its gunna be a very scenic ride on the 25th (havent been on the roads were going to ride so ill be a nana and stick to the speed limit mostly:shutup:) turns out ill be riding the BEAST vtr250 so that should be fun i prefer riding that around twisties as its so light and low down easyier for me to control.

HornetBoy

31st October 2007, 11:41

:sick:ha yes and those dirt roads look like they will be interesting to ride...

Patrick

31st October 2007, 18:33

Sometime when ya click into the link,your name automatically appears,just click on the remove link and you dissapear,I was added to another ride and removed my name from link.

Thing is the ride sounds good and I will be in...

Boob Johnson

31st October 2007, 19:48

Thing is the ride sounds good and I will be in...Smashing Pat :niceone:

Lookin forward to this ride, hopefully the weather will be as good as it was on Sunday, was by far the most enjoyable run on the FH :hug:

HornetBoy

31st October 2007, 20:05

yea news said its raining (supposibly all week) i think ,last weekend was the perfect weather for riding a,this kinda weather should tempt a few learners to escape their cages and join the two wheeler club

Meekey_Mouse

31st October 2007, 20:50

Hey all... Sorry, change of plans.. It seems I won't be able to make it. Hope you have a great ride though :2thumbsup

roger_doger

5th November 2007, 12:09

Can't freaking wait!!!

ynot slow

12th November 2007, 06:46

just a quick update on road,in todays daily news,a report of a rider falling off in the gravel and suspected broken leg,a group were staying at the pub and going north.
Lady concerned was 40 yr from Wairarapa,said the newly sealed part of road by Tangarakau,was cause and was slow speed due to newly laid deep gravel not graded,should be done by next week but as usual care needed.

HornetBoy

12th November 2007, 09:41

Can't freaking wait!!!

nor can i ,wanna show off me new hornet :woohoo: ,this will also be a great learning experience for me as its my first(hopefully not last) group ride with any Kiwi Bikers .i checked out the road the other day (forgottern Hwy) on the way to auckland , looks great,saw one of those triumph street triples stopped up and asked to have a look ,very nice bike with the gleeming lime green paint ahh one day ill have one (in my dreams :love:)

sarahtvet

12th November 2007, 12:57

sarahtvet

12th November 2007, 13:03

For the wider info. When Meanie and I headed off we never did any excess speeds. .

So the ticket was for riding a green bike then was it :lol:

Meanie

12th November 2007, 15:13

So the ticket was for riding a green bike then was it :lol:

You are so wicked..............ly funny :rofl:

cowboyz

12th November 2007, 15:28

No. the ticket was for riding in front of the concours without a "wide load" sign.

Meanie

12th November 2007, 15:30

No. the ticket was for riding in front of the concours without a "wide load" sign.

Thats not funny

Bonez

12th November 2007, 15:40

The bike does make you look slim James.

yod

12th November 2007, 16:00

i might have to hang on to the panniers - to give meanie some moral support....

NZsarge

12th November 2007, 16:06

The bike does make you look slim James.

Are you saying James' bike is fat?!!
oh, hang on......that'll be why people said "that bike suits you" when I hopped on it on Cowboyz ride:yes:

Warr

12th November 2007, 16:08

Keeping an eye on the thread. Sunday 25th could be a good outing for a few of us too.

TerminalAddict

12th November 2007, 16:09

... hmm gather up some hamilton folk?

banditrider

12th November 2007, 19:01

Reading the write-ups on the Gissy ride is getting me all keen too. Can't wait. Gonna try and get my brand new 2nd hand tyre chucked on this week then I'm ready to roll.

Meanie

12th November 2007, 21:18

The bike does make you look slim James.
Why thank you bonez :rolleyes:

i might have to hang on to the panniers - to give meanie some moral support....
On ya mate

Are you saying James' bike is fat?!!
oh, hang on......that'll be why people said "that bike suits you" when I hopped on it on Cowboyz ride:yes: ...............:rofl:

chanceyy

12th November 2007, 21:30

could be in .. depends if betsy is going of course ...

ohh yeah her range appears to be about 180 ks before filling up ..could get 200ks but would hate to have to push her if i am wrong :lol:

Warr

12th November 2007, 22:35

If we was to head down and catch you guys... my maps tell me HN-Stratford 263k's 3hrs40. Which means we would have to leave at 7am.
Not impossible but I can feel the resistance already !!

Meanie

13th November 2007, 06:00

ynot slow

13th November 2007, 06:44

If we was to head down and catch you guys... my maps tell me HN-Stratford 263k's 3hrs40. Which means we would have to leave at 7am.
Not impossible but I can feel the resistance already !!

Used to go from Hawera to Piopio took about 2-2 1/4hrs about 200km,Stratford is 30 km north of Hawera. Should be able to get to Stratford in 3hrs from Hamilton.Took us an easy 3 1/2 hrs from Hawera to Hamilton,mind you depends on the road and condition with road works.Awakino still has gas station open,otherwise next one is Urenui.

Patrick

13th November 2007, 10:52

Used to go from Hawera to Piopio took about 2-2 1/4hrs about 200km,Stratford is 30 km north of Hawera. Should be able to get to Stratford in 3hrs from Hamilton.Took us an easy 3 1/2 hrs from Hawera to Hamilton,mind you depends on the road and condition with road works.Awakino still has gas station open,otherwise next one is Urenui.

Heard there are a few roadworks around the place north of Waitara, but haven't been up there myself lately. Unsure how long Awakino is going to be open for. Plenty of gas at Waitara, possibly even a coffee shop too. Te Kuiti to Waitara is easy on a tank with plenty to spare.... should be easy, stop making excuses Hamilton crew....

Warr

13th November 2007, 12:42

Heard there are a few roadworks around the place north of Waitara, but haven't been up there myself lately. Unsure how long Awakino is going to be open for. Plenty of gas at Waitara, possibly even a coffee shop too. Te Kuiti to Waitara is easy on a tank with plenty to spare.... should be easy, stop making excuses Hamilton crew....
I wont have a problem getting there its our Bandit rider I'm worried about. Keeps moaning about his bike :shutup:

Patrick

13th November 2007, 13:40

I wont have a problem getting there its our Bandit rider I'm worried about. Keeps moaning about his bike :shutup:

What's he worried about? The ride is in the back blocks of Stratford, not Inglewood, so duelling banjos are not heard....

nadroj

13th November 2007, 17:17

I do Hamilton to New Plymouth regular (diesel ute) in 2 1/2 to2 3/4 hours & turning off just after Waitara to Stratford is about 20 - 25 minutes so 3 1/4 hrs + a gas stop tops.

banditrider

13th November 2007, 18:24

I wont have a problem getting there its our Bandit rider I'm worried about. Keeps moaning about his bike :shutup:

And what's wrong with a Bandit? Ideal for this ride - just a big dirt bike. And it'll have company - the Blue Bandito will be there on his K6.

Warr

13th November 2007, 21:29

I do Hamilton to New Plymouth regular (diesel ute) in 2 1/2 to2 3/4 hours & turning off just after Waitara to Stratford is about 20 - 25 minutes so 3 1/4 hrs + a gas stop tops.
Sweet, thanks will adjust my expectations :)

sarahtvet

14th November 2007, 09:52

No. the ticket was for riding in front of the concours without a "wide load" sign.

Funny that, SK1PY spent lots of time wobbling her rear end, gently, infront of the concourse at the weekend and didn't get stopped once :lol:

Obviously the green machine attracted more attention than lil ol SK1PY:yes:

yod

14th November 2007, 10:22

Funny that, SK1PY spent lots of time wobbling her rear end, gently, infront of the concourse at the weekend and didn't get stopped once :lol:

Obviously the green machine attracted more attention than lil ol SK1PY:yes:

"lil ol skipy" ???

ol...yes

lil...i think not :laugh:

any word on the clutch?

Meanie

14th November 2007, 11:17

"lil ol skipy" ???

ol...yes

lil...i think not :laugh:

any word on the clutch?

Check this out Yod......... aint she sexy, faster in red too

yod

14th November 2007, 15:29

Check this out Yod......... aint she sexy, faster in red too

:drool:

yod want black....

NZsarge

14th November 2007, 15:34

:drool:

yod want black....

Serious, I think you should take that one in Vegas for a test scoot just to see if it'll be something you'd want in the future.

cowboyz

14th November 2007, 15:34

buy it. Then you two can carry everyone elses stuff as well.

yod

14th November 2007, 18:09

buy it. Then you two can carry everyone elses stuff as well.

the way the RF was setup on the weekend I probably coulda carried your bike as well as your gear

Meanie

14th November 2007, 18:21

the way the RF was setup on the weekend I probably coulda carried your bike as well as your gear

I rekon, it looked Fat maybe even bootilicious :banana:

yod

14th November 2007, 19:24

I rekon, it looked Fat maybe even bootilicious :banana:

:rockon:

:rofl:

chanceyy

14th November 2007, 19:58

well it sounds doubtful that betsy will be back together before this ride so it looks like I will be out .. :argh::calm:

banditrider

15th November 2007, 18:12

Only a week or so to go, do we need to do some more organising? How's about where we're gonna meet before the launch?

How's BP Rangatiki at 07:50 for an 8am launch?

Meanie

15th November 2007, 18:14

Only a week or so to go, do we need to do some more organising? How's about where we're gonna meet before the launch?

How's BP Rangatiki at 07:50 for an 8am launch?

Sounds good, they even sell good coffee

banditrider

15th November 2007, 18:17

Need to be there by 07:30 if ya want a coffee ;)

Meanie

15th November 2007, 18:19

Need to be there by 07:30 if ya want a coffee ;)
Ill be there plenty early, cant wait

banditrider

15th November 2007, 18:21

Ill be there plenty early, cant wait

Know whatya mean it's been ages (2 weeks) since I went for a decent blat. :2thumbsup

manwithav8

15th November 2007, 20:23

Only a week or so to go, do we need to do some more organising? How's about where we're gonna meet before the launch?

How's BP Rangatiki at 07:50 for an 8am launch?

sounds good to me.....COuld even go for 7:30 if need be..

Patrick

16th November 2007, 14:14

After 11 pages... can't be arsed looking back...

Naki crew meeting where/when?

nadroj

16th November 2007, 14:22

After 11 pages... can't be arsed looking back...

Naki crew meeting where/when?

Your place for breakfast!

Patrick

16th November 2007, 14:30

Your place for breakfast!

I don't share my donuts...:2guns:

nadroj

16th November 2007, 14:43

I don't share my donuts...:2guns:

Or your buns?

Patrick

16th November 2007, 15:28

Hey... where is this going???

ynot slow

16th November 2007, 17:31

Que banjo music again.

Suggest to meet at shell Stratford anyway,if they leave 8.00 from Palmy,should be at Stratford about 10.30-10.45ish.Allow to leave NP say 10.00-10.15,shit be knocking on door at 11.30.

Patrick

16th November 2007, 18:29

Good plan... New Plymouth Naki crew meet at SH3/SH3A at 10?????

ynot slow

16th November 2007, 19:13

Bugger have to get up early.

Also for anyone needing fuel BP Eltham open from today as well,South Rd Hawera not open.

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 19:13

So where abouts will ya be passing through Wanganui ? i may as well meet you all here and join in.Also what time do ya think you'll be arriving through here to ?

banditrider

17th November 2007, 19:39

I'd guess we'll be coming thru about 9. How's about that garage on the way out of town?

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 19:47

cool will keep an eye out .garage out of town ..wats the name ? do you mean the gull/video ezy /woolworths stop on the corner ?

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 19:51

na yep i got ya mate the bp one ok will wait there :done:

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 19:52

im just glad i got the hornet in and out of the mechanics before the ride .for a while there i was thinking i might have to use the vtr250 ...:oi-grr:

banditrider

17th November 2007, 19:57

na yep i got ya mate the bp one ok will wait there :done:
That's the one!

im just glad i got the hornet in and out of the mechanics before the ride .for a while there i was thinking i might have to use the vtr250 ...:oi-grr:

Good stuff!

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:00

hey bandit rider,:Offtopic: just curious how is the concours on petrol ?

banditrider

17th November 2007, 20:06

Pretty good for a fatty. Averaging 5.9L/100km but have got better.

PS: been a bit of chat about economy on the Manawatu Rides thread.

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:11

manwithav8

17th November 2007, 20:14

wow haha ,will have a read about that, ive always wanted to get up close and with the concours, such a massive bike,had a look at one parked up outside big boys toys the other week (i like the workmanship on them) must be a mission to service with all the fairings and electronics .id like to have a good look at yours on one of the coffee stops if you dont mind aye:eek:

tell you what hornet lad, sit behind the concours and they work great as a wind break.. You will be able to draft them and run at around 3.5L/100km hahahahahaha

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:17

HA yea was thinking that but dont want to get on anyones bad side :eek5: that thing is a truck compared to my hornet

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:18

Damm i wish i could change my name to Hornet919Boy

ynot slow

17th November 2007, 20:27

tell you what hornet lad, sit behind the concours and they work great as a wind break.. You will be able to draft them and run at around 3.5L/100km hahahahahaha

Get about 1.5 L/100km if ya can lasso it and let it drag ya.

banditrider

17th November 2007, 20:30

tell you what hornet lad, sit behind the concours and they work great as a wind break.. You will be able to draft them and run at around 3.5L/100km hahahahahaha

Just mind the hunks of road being thrown at you off the back tyre!

PS: They're also very good at killing bugs.

HA yea was thinking that but dont want to get on anyones bad side :eek5: that thing is a truck compared to my hornet

A truck with some JATO bottles bolted on the side!

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:31

lol sounds like a plan ,always trying to get more range out of my tank:dodge:

manwithav8

17th November 2007, 20:33

Get about 1.5 L/100km if ya can lasso it and let it drag ya.

hahah yes very true.... They have to have the fattest ass I have seen in a long time.....

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:34

talk about junk in the trunk .. dont they weight over 250kg?:blink::crazy:

banditrider

17th November 2007, 20:37

hahah yes very true.... They have to have the fattest ass I have seen in a long time.....

She may be a "Fat-bottomed girl" but she can sure "Rock you".

manwithav8

17th November 2007, 20:40

She may be a "Fat-bottomed girl" but she can sure "Rock you".

hahah I bet she can.... I dig all the litl esecret compartments too.... I don't have enough storage on the monster without taking a pack or something..

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:42

She may be a "Fat-bottomed girl" but she can sure "Rock you".

thats what the hornet is lacking in ,i always did like a girl with a bit of junk in the trunk... shouldve gone with one of those paggio mp3's:cool:

Meanie

17th November 2007, 20:45

She may be a "Fat-bottomed girl" but she can sure "Rock you".

We will be able to send a bike out front with the wide load sign for us to part the masses :laugh:

banditrider

17th November 2007, 20:46

talk about junk in the trunk .. dont they weight over 250kg?:blink::crazy:

A very svelte 290.

hahah I bet she can.... I dig all the litl esecret compartments too.... I don't have enough storage on the monster without taking a pack or something..

Do not miss using a pack at all. Hard luggage is the way to go.

For Sale: 1 pack, only been down the road once (wasn't hanging on)...

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:47

ill do it :stupid:

banditrider

17th November 2007, 20:48

We will be able to send a bike out front with the wide load sign for us to part the masses :laugh:

Phew, backup has arrived. :2thumbsup

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:50

Ima bring along my camera and take a pic of that concours backside

Meanie

17th November 2007, 20:53

Phew, backup has arrived. :2thumbsup

Yep wasnt far away
Rad gaurd should turn up this week, my radiater got a little knocked around last time i did the FH Front tyre should do this one last trip then its on with an Avon storm or a Pilot 2, havnt made up my mind yet
What you reckon

Meanie

17th November 2007, 20:55

Ima bring along my camera and take a pic of that concours backside

Ive heard about you hornet riders looking at rear ends :bleh:

banditrider

17th November 2007, 20:57

Yep wasnt far away
Rad gaurd should turn up this week, my radiater got a little knocked around last time i did the FH Front tyre should do this one last trip then its on with an Avon storm or a Pilot 2, havnt made up my mind yet
What you reckon

Bruce was suggesting the Pirelli Diablo Stradas...I've chucked an old Metzler off the Bandit onto my front - just until rear worn out then I'll get a pair of ???

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:57

Ive heard about you hornet riders looking at rear ends :bleh:

:confused::love: well we cant help it ,its in our nature as soon as we see giant panniers we come buzzing:shifty:

manwithav8

17th November 2007, 20:57

A very svelte 290.

Do not miss using a pack at all. Hard luggage is the way to go.

For Sale: 1 pack, only been down the road once (wasn't hanging on)...

Yes I bet... a pack will do me fine for a while, untill I am allowed to get a ST4 with hard luggage....

Will be buying a new Ventura pack very soon, the one with the extension that Zips onto the other side so the rack is in the middle.. If you know what I mean lol

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 20:59

Yes I bet... a pack will do me fine for a while, untill I am allowed to get a ST4 with hard luggage....

Will be buying a new Ventura pack very soon, the one with the extension that Zips onto the other side so the rack is in the middle.. If you know what I mean lol

mmm st4 :innocent: .i had a ventrua rack on my baby hornet but some twit decided he'd grab it when i went past him:nono: not a great feeling

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 21:00

Only in wangavegas eh

manwithav8

17th November 2007, 21:02

Only in wangavegas eh

yes well wnaganui i sfull of dodgy people lol

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 21:04

sure is,i couldnt believe it aye ,police wanted nothing to do with it as the guy had stated we were raceing .....bloody boy racers .The buzz of the hornet seems to just oooze race me to certain people

nadroj

17th November 2007, 21:16

Went thru from Stratford to Tahora saddle today & road was in great condition with SFA potholes etc.

Meanie

17th November 2007, 21:19

Went thru from Stratford to Tahora saddle today & road was in great condition with SFA potholes etc.
Good to know.......... thanks
Lets hope we get a day like today eh

HornetBoy

17th November 2007, 21:21

Good to know.......... thanks
Lets hope we get a day like today eh

yea what a beaut day it was today ,hardly any wind and not a cloud in the sky ,but knowing my luck it will end up being the opposite of today wont it:bash:

Meanie

17th November 2007, 21:29

yea what a beaut day it was today ,hardly any wind and not a cloud in the sky ,but knowing my luck it will end up being the opposite of today wont it:bash:

Hope not. Ill stay home if the weather is too crap, dont mind a shower or too but not keen on getting a wet arse, my presant tyres dont like the damp either
How close to the sea do you live

HornetBoy

18th November 2007, 19:21

Hope not. Ill stay home if the weather is too crap, dont mind a shower or too but not keen on getting a wet arse, my presant tyres dont like the damp either
How close to the sea do you live

I enjoy the rain when riding don't prefer it but then i wont turn down a ride if it is raining :headbang: thats why i spent all this money on gear :doh: althought the other week i was feeling a little chilli and you'll never guess where the leak in the pants were ....:doctor:

Blue Velvet

19th November 2007, 09:14

...my radiater got a little knocked around last time i did the FH...

Is the unsealed bit harsh?

nadroj

19th November 2007, 09:34

Normally hard packed & smooth however a couple of weeks ago it was remetalled & not compacted well resulting in a motorcycle having an oops. Hope it is done before saturday.

Meanie

19th November 2007, 14:27

Is the unsealed bit harsh?

Na it was easy to ride on, very well packed, just that my tyres were hot and it was picking the stones up and throwing them right at the radiator happens at roadworks as well. Bit of a problem when you got a big radiator right behind the fron wheel

banditrider

19th November 2007, 19:29

Na it was easy to ride on, very well packed, just that my tyres were hot and it was picking the stones up and throwing them right at the radiator happens at roadworks as well. Bit of a problem when you got a big radiator right behind the fron wheel

Better get that Rad guard on then...

PS: got 368kms out of a tank yesterday. Put 21L in to fill it afterwards - had to squeeze it in though.

Meanie

19th November 2007, 20:09

Better get that Rad guard on then...

PS: got 368kms out of a tank yesterday. Put 21L in to fill it afterwards - had to squeeze it in though.

Way to go My rad gaurd turned up today so ill pick it up and put it on on Saturday, new tyres on Monday Gonna try the Storms.

banditrider

20th November 2007, 16:54

Way to go My rad gaurd turned up today so ill pick it up and put it on on Saturday, new tyres on Monday Gonna try the Storms.

Cool, maybe I'll try the Pirelli's and that way we are getting some info on 2 types at once. Keep track of ya k's etc and we can compare...

HornetBoy

20th November 2007, 19:13

hey banditrider ive ran stradas, before front and back ,the front lasted me 11,000kms+ and the rear about 10,000kms+ if your interested in their milage length :2thumbsup

banditrider

20th November 2007, 19:31

hey banditrider ive ran stradas, before front and back ,the front lasted me 11,000kms+ and the rear about 10,000kms+ if your interested in their milage length :2thumbsup

Cheers, might be a different story on a fat bike. If they last that long I'd probably be pretty happy.

HornetBoy

20th November 2007, 20:41

Cheers, might be a different story on a fat bike. If they last that long I'd probably be pretty happy.

yea thats true .only downside is that they are renowned for being very easily punctured and from my own experience id have to agree a ,might be bad luck but mine were punctured first day i got them lol but hey otherwise they are awsome tyres

chanceyy

21st November 2007, 21:51

Only a week or so to go, do we need to do some more organising? How's about where we're gonna meet before the launch?

How's BP Rangatiki at 07:50 for an 8am launch?

can you update the first thread with time etc .. just had to troll through the pages to find it .. you may find another newbie on this ride

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 10:11

Just wanna make sure/remind peoples to come get me lol when your leaveiing wanganui ill be at the BP Station waiting ,are you al going to stop in their or just pass by and ill just join in ..

chanceyy

22nd November 2007, 12:16

Just wanna make sure/remind peoples to come get me lol when your leaveiing wanganui ill be at the BP Station waiting ,are you al going to stop in their or just pass by and ill just join in ..

Normally on group rides they pull in say hi before riding off again ... however will leave it to the ride organiser to let ya know wots happening

banditrider

22nd November 2007, 16:53

Just wanna make sure/remind peoples to come get me lol when your leaveiing wanganui ill be at the BP Station waiting ,are you al going to stop in their or just pass by and ill just join in ..

Might be able stop long enough for you to put on your helmet...

banditrider

22nd November 2007, 17:04

can you update the first thread with time etc .. just had to troll through the pages to find it .. you may find another newbie on this ride

Yes ma'am! :sweatdrop

There I was trying to be my usual disorganised self, going with the flow, taking it easy etc. ;)

chanceyy

22nd November 2007, 18:35

Yes ma'am! :sweatdrop

There I was trying to be my usual disorganised self, going with the flow, taking it easy etc. ;)

:killingme .. just helps to make it easy to find ... since leave time is 30 mins earlier than the first post mate ...

dunna have to :sweatdrop: it

tri boy

22nd November 2007, 19:13

chanceyy

22nd November 2007, 19:17

I will stick my hand up for this. I know Warr is interested, and if a few Waikato crew get sorted over a few drinks Fri night, we should be able to meet up in Stratford or maybe catch the NP crew at the intersection.
Daytona needs to stretch it legs, err wheels/tyres um, I'll shut up now.:doh:

ahh bugger Brent was hoping to catch up to say hi on this one .. .... will catch up with you guys when I get to hammy .. hopefully bike will be on road by then ..

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 19:35

Might be able stop long enough for you to put on your helmet...

lol cool ok :wari: make sure im their a little earlier just in case your gunning it ,or roads are clear etc.Will bring the camera for definite so we can get some good pictures up on the ride report.

manwithav8

22nd November 2007, 19:55

Might be able stop long enough for you to put on your helmet...

Long enough for me to grab some more gas and a pie I hope lol

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:04

Long enough for me to grab some more gas and a pie I hope lol

A pie and gas ALREADY :gob: its only 35-45 mins from palmy isnt it ? even for the concours ... :scooter:

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:04

you must really like pies :drool:

tri boy

22nd November 2007, 20:09

If someone from both the Palmy, and NP crew can PM a mob # to me it would be appreciated.
I plan to either catch the NP crew at the turnoff, or see everyone at Stratford.
Might be able to rustle up 1-2 from Ham town.:cool:
Does 10.45-11.00ish in Stratford sound about right?

ynot slow

22nd November 2007, 20:13

Hold fire till you get to the Naki for a pie,try an Anderson's pie,have emm in most garages in our fine province.

Only a few more sleeps and my wife was at me about a couple of helmets on tardme to get before sunday.Not working sat so will take her along and get her xmas pressy,helmet and gloves,wonder if I can put the rabbit and freebies from erotica on tardme to get cash,at least helmet will get the use lol.(joking about rabbit)

nadroj

22nd November 2007, 20:13

manwithav8

22nd November 2007, 20:15

A pie and gas ALREADY :gob: its only 35-45 mins from palmy isnt it ? even for the concours ... :scooter:

haha I do like pies yum..... The gas was an excuse to stop long enough to get a pie hahahahaha

ynot slow

22nd November 2007, 20:18

NP lot will be at Shell Stratford at 10 -10:30am Sunday.

Cool subway coffee to go lol

banditrider

22nd November 2007, 20:19

haha I do like pies yum..... The gas was an excuse to stop long enough to get a pie hahahahaha

Buy a pie in Palmy, stick it between ya cylinders and it'll keep nice & warm til Stratford....

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:22

haha I do like pies yum..... The gas was an excuse to stop long enough to get a pie hahahahaha

haha yep well im the same mate ,gunna sneak one in while im waiting for ya all :bleh:

Hold fire till you get to the Naki for a pie,try an Anderson's pie,have emm in most garages in our fine province.

Only a few more sleeps and my wife was at me about a couple of helmets on tardme to get before sunday.Not working sat so will take her along and get her xmas pressy,helmet and gloves,wonder if I can put the rabbit and freebies from erotica on tardme to get cash,at least helmet will get the use lol.(joking about rabbit)

what kinda helmets ya getting ? I went to that erotica :devil2: their is some weird contraptions in that place along with some weird people. the other half didnt find it as good as me tho:oi-grr::doctor:

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:24

Buy a pie in Palmy, stick it between ya cylinders and it'll keep nice & warm til Stratford....

Or he could stick it in ya panniers :devil2: .The temp those ducs run at i wouldnt be suprised if he could cook it from frozen. :buggerd:

Racey Rider

22nd November 2007, 20:28

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:30

Will try and be there with the bar-be team.
I have to be in Tauranga on Saturday but will endeavor to get back down again for a cook up at Whanga' for your lunch. Will provide 50 sausages/bread and sauce. Hopefully I won't burn them Too much and some of you might except my offerings.

Have a great ride.
Be Safe.

Racey

Wow nice one mate good on ya! :buggerd: :jerry: food is food im sure no1 will complain :Pokey:

manwithav8

22nd November 2007, 20:37

Will try and be there with the bar-be team.
I have to be in Tauranga on Saturday but will endeavor to get back down again for a cook up at Whanga' for your lunch. Will provide 50 sausages/bread and sauce. Hopefully I won't burn them Too much and some of you might except my offerings.

Have a great ride.
Be Safe.

Racey

oohhh hell yeah, pies before leaving then sausages for lunch... mm fat boy day lol.... Will start feeling like a concours at the end of the day hahahah

ynot slow

22nd November 2007, 20:37

:

what kinda helmets ya getting ? I went to that erotica :devil2: their is some weird contraptions in that place along with some weird people. the other half didnt find it as good as me tho:oi-grr::doctor:

Probably hjc,matching pair lol.

Pissed myself at the ladies selling on right side as you walked in,biggish lady was giving tips on the rabbit,letting you try the feel and how it went in your hand,on inspection I asked if the reverse cycle was incase it got stuck,much like reverse on my drill.And embarressed the shit out of a guy buying a vib for his girl,was asked red or blue,I piped up and said he's wearing a holden shirt he'll take a red one.She had ford top on so went blue.Was an eye opener too,was asked if I wanted the pics on couch with the girls,said nah and also said to wife she'd put the pics on here.Saw quiet a few elderly people(50+),good on em I say,will be there hopefully when I get old lol.Shit I'm nearly there.

ynot slow

22nd November 2007, 20:39

Will try and be there with the bar-be team.
I have to be in Tauranga on Saturday but will endeavor to get back down again for a cook up at Whanga' for your lunch. Will provide 50 sausages/bread and sauce. Hopefully I won't burn them Too much and some of you might except my offerings.

Have a great ride.
Be Safe.

Racey

Just use precooked or else boil em first,no worries then.No vegetarian ones lol

manwithav8

22nd November 2007, 20:40

Buy a pie in Palmy, stick it between ya cylinders and it'll keep nice & warm til Stratford....

I'll get to gas station early to eat pies... Would be over cooked by S/Ford..

Mind you, don't you have a pie warmer on the bohemouth?? hahahah

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:44

Probably hjc,matching pair lol.

Pissed myself at the ladies selling on right side as you walked in,biggish lady was giving tips on the rabbit,letting you try the feel and how it went in your hand,on inspection I asked if the reverse cycle was incase it got stuck,much like reverse on my drill.And embarressed the shit out of a guy buying a vib for his girl,was asked red or blue,I piped up and said he's wearing a holden shirt he'll take a red one.She had ford top on so went blue.Was an eye opener too,was asked if I wanted the pics on couch with the girls,said nah and also said to wife she'd put the pics on here.Saw quiet a few elderly people(50+),good on em I say,will be there hopefully when I get old lol.Shit I'm nearly there.

HAHA saw that ,and felt the rabbit LOL what a laugh ,who invents these things eh gotta be nuts,didnt catch why the reverse cycle was their either .The elderly s were having a good old time, was talking to a guy 75 years of age who said this was the best thing since his wife left him in 86" lol

banditrider

22nd November 2007, 20:47

NP lot will be at Shell Stratford at 10 -10:30am Sunday.

Sounds about right to meet up with us Palmyites

If someone from both the Palmy, and NP crew can PM a mob # to me it would be appreciated.
I plan to either catch the NP crew at the turnoff, or see everyone at Stratford.
Might be able to rustle up 1-2 from Ham town.:cool:
Does 10.45-11.00ish in Stratford sound about right?

Hope you can make it.

I'll get to gas station early to eat pies... Would be over cooked by S/Ford..

Mind you, don't you have a pie warmer on the bohemouth?? hahahah

Not telling...

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:48

I'll get to gas station early to eat pies... Would be over cooked by S/Ford..

Mind you, don't you have a pie warmer on the bohemouth?? hahahah

yea im sure they come with heat plates in the panniers :sunny:

manwithav8

22nd November 2007, 20:53

yea im sure they come with heat plates in the panniers :sunny:

haha yes and no doubt a chiller of some sort... Could bloody well eat put food in the warming drawer and beverages in the chiller, come lunch time you have a cooked meal with a nice cold drink....

hhhmmmmmm thinking of making very small pie warmer that could run off a cigarette lighter..... My seat storage bin might fit 2 pies....

"Runs off to drawing board"

banditrider

22nd November 2007, 20:57

yea im sure they come with heat plates in the panniers :sunny:

haha yes and no doubt a chiller of some sort... Could bloody well eat put food in the warming drawer and beverages in the chiller, come lunch time you have a cooked meal with a nice cold drink....

And still you make fun of THE BIKE even as you learn more and more about it's most practical features.

HornetBoy

22nd November 2007, 20:57

haha yes and no doubt a chiller of some sort... Could bloody well eat put food in the warming drawer and beverages in the chiller, come lunch time you have a cooked meal with a nice cold drink....

hhhmmmmmm thinking of making very small pie warmer that could run off a cigarette lighter..... My seat storage bin might fit 2 pies....

"Runs off to drawing board"

haha lets put that to bandi rider see if he'll get some bacon cooking in their so we can eat it at stratford :scooter::yes:

would that work? as the hornet has a lil junk in the trunk ,might be able to do the same lol ,wuld be neat to suddenly hand out the fries that have been cooking under your arse

manwithav8

22nd November 2007, 21:00

And still you make fun of THE BIKE even as you learn more and more about it's most practical features.

It's all good, great talking point aren't they// Always something to learn about the big bike...

manwithav8

22nd November 2007, 21:02

haha lets put that to bandi rider see if he'll get some bacon cooking in their so we can eat it at stratford :scooter::yes:

would that work? as the hornet has a lil junk in the trunk ,might be able to do the same lol ,wuld be neat to suddenly hand out the fries that have been cooking under your arse

Yeah I am sure i could fabricate something up... A quick thought was rear demister wire from a car. They run 12v. Make up a little box with the wires working like oven elements, top and bottom. Would need an on off switch so you could time the cook time then turn off, pull over and eat..

Hhhmm this seems like a cool project...