Manawatu Friday Night Ride. (Be there or be in the square).

[Monie]

Wow!!! did some one merge the manawatu rant and rave thread with the manawatu friday night ride thread???:2guns:
am still laughing.......
[QUOTE=sparkles;1129521076]its just Flynn being a little girl about his bike :bleh:



:laugh:



your gona get it lololololololololololo

[Flynn]

Wow!!! did some one merge the manawatu rant and rave thread with the manawatu friday night ride thread???:2guns:

Think it's about time you got hold of a real Mod and got your name changed from roadking to Threadking, aint it:laugh:


its just Flynn being a little girl about his bike :bleh:

How'd you get time off school to go to the bikeoi the other day? You'll be in the shit when the teachers see ya on youtube, gadget:2guns:


thank you, thank you, thank you very much

this here's ELLLLVIS:eek:

[manwithav8]

Wow!!! did some one merge the manawatu rant and rave thread with the manawatu friday night ride thread???:2guns:

Sure did by the looks of things. I'll take the hit on that one. My bad but blah blah. It is all planning for a friday noght ride, honestly, just going the long way about it is all.

[manwithav8]

hay i read this and yes i will bake one bannana with icing

and now i was going to vote for you beating yod out but with a comment like that yod now gets my vote and he is a honda man

mmm icing. it is for a friday night after a ride though isn't it. Have to keep the theme of friday rides in here or the fum police will complain.

GO on then, vote for YOD, we will see :P Then again, he could always keep my bike under lock and key so I CAN'T get out.. hmm were is the sledge hammer to open the garage door lol

[KiwiKat]

So regarding the FRIDAY NIGHT RIDES, is there fuel at Ashhurst Mobil now? still 6:00pm start....... Just getting thread back on track.

[road king]

So regarding the FRIDAY NIGHT RIDES, is there fuel at Ashhurst Mobil now? still 6:00pm start....... Just getting thread back on track.

B.Y.O. fuel. i wouldn't say start at 6, maybe meet up at 6

[86GSXR]

Whilst on the topic of FRIDAY NIGHT RIDES lol, I've just had the pleasure of escorting Ashhurst's latest arrival out of town :drool: During a latte with Meanie and Mr Flynn we thought the Apiti Loop may be the go for tomorrow night. Refreshents at the Apiti Pub and back via Kimbolton. Who's keen?

Huge CONGRATULATIONS to Flynn, very, very nice :2thumbsup :2thumbsup :2thumbsup

[banditrider]

Would love to come but not sure if I'll still be tied up at work. Doing some hours this week and need to ride real bad...

Apiti loop sounds very FMS!

[86GSXR]

Would love to come but not sure if I'll still be tied up at work. Doing some hours this week and need to ride real bad...

Apiti loop sounds very FMS!

Take all your gear to work and zip off at 6 to Ashhurst? Depart 6.30. Should be very FMS!

[banditrider]

Way ahead of you...

I may be late...

[86GSXR]

Knew you'd have thought of that :ride:

[road king]

Take all your gear to work and zip off at 6 to Ashhurst? Depart 6.30. Should be very FMS!

i vote for a 6-45 departure. i may be a lil bit on the late side too

[banditrider]

I don't want people waiting around for me. Al, I might flick ya a text if I'm not gonna make t-minus zero. Maybe I'll be able to catch up somewhere along the line (when ya need a coffee for instance ;) ).

[86GSXR]

i vote for a 6-45 departure. i may be a lil bit on the late side too


I don't want people waiting around for me. Al, I might flick ya a text if I'm not gonna make t-minus zero. Maybe I'll be able to catch up somewhere along the line (when ya need a coffee for instance ;) ).

Personally, I don't mind waiting, so yep, let us know and we'll take it from there. This is an Ashhurst ride afterall :laugh: (coffee) :drool:

[KiwiKat]

Awesome first Friday night midnight ride. :whistle: So is it Coffee Cart and deck chairs from 6 till departure time?

A nice suggested route guys. Is Sparkles leading?

[Flynn]

Whilst on the topic of FRIDAY NIGHT RIDES lol, I've just had the pleasure of escorting Ashhurst's latest arrival out of town :drool: During a latte with Meanie and Mr Flynn we thought the Apiti Loop may be the go for tomorrow night. Refreshents at the Apiti Pub and back via Kimbolton. Who's keen?

Huge CONGRATULATIONS to Flynn, very, very nice :2thumbsup :2thumbsup :2thumbsup

Thanks Al, it's an unbelievable feeling, thanks for the company, top man.


Would love to come but not sure if I'll still be tied up at work. Doing some hours this week and need to ride real bad...

Apiti loop sounds very FMS!

Hope you're not doing a Peter plumbley Walker,:Oops:


Way ahead of you...

I may be late...


Personally, I don't mind waiting, so yep, let us know and we'll take it from there. This is an Ashhurst ride afterall :laugh: (coffee) :drool:

I don't mind waiting either, give us more time to talk B. S.


Awesome first Friday night midnight ride. :whistle: So is it Coffee Cart and deck chairs from 6 till departure time?

A nice suggested route guys. Is Sparkles leading?

Does Sparkles have a bike that goes?

[sparkles]

Does Sparkles have a bike that goes?

not yet still waiting on my piston just found out that my cheque i send, has been lost in the mail :angry2:



so were are pic of ya new bike???

[Flynn]

not yet still waiting on my piston just found out that my cheque i send, has been lost in the mail :angry2:



so were are pic of ya new bike???

All right all right, here you go here is a snippit.:whistle::yawn:

[sparkles]

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO booooooooooooooooo i still cant see what colour it is !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



but every NICE:niceone:

[Elysium]

A Buell!!! Hope the parts are still available in the future.

[Owl]

All right all right, here you go here is a snippit.:whistle::yawn:

That's not a Ural!:laugh:





:niceone:

[Flynn]

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO booooooooooooooooo i still cant see what colour it is !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



but every NICE:niceone:

Come tomorrow night and all will be revealed.


A Buell!!! Hope the parts are still available in the future.

Parts, who needs parts, it's not a Honda:Oops:

[Elysium]

Come tomorrow night and all will be revealed.



Parts, who needs parts, it's not a Honda:Oops:
You mean kawasaki don't you?

[sparkles]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6s4i8PIywig




some good camera work here !!!!:whistle:


haha 1.22m Meanie for half a sec

[cowboyz]

mint. just got home.. now I dont need to post it. enjoy the fri night ride. I will be .... errrrr.. working.

[Flynn]

mint. just got home.. now I dont need to post it. enjoy the fri night ride. I will be .... errrrr.. working.

poor bugger:no:

[mowgli]

Come tomorrow night and all will be revealed.
Haha :lol: All has been revealed in the Manawatu tag thread (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129524334&postcount=2079) :drool:

[86GSXR]

A bit of a breeze out there but nothing too much to worry about. Should be a reasonable night for it :D

[SuperSonic]

Sorry guys have to miss another friday night ride:weep:, this sucks. I swear that I am cursed or something for fridays these days:angry2:. Luckly this summer:sunny: is going to be along one as it still as not started yet. :yeah::wait:

[specter]

hmm ive just arrived hme frm work..... so any1 knows how sparkie crashed (again)

[mowgli]

hmm ive just arrived hme frm work..... so any1 knows how sparkie crashed (again)
Huh? Do you mean again, tonight? Or again, a couple a weeks ago? Or again, like you forgot already?

[specter]

Huh? Do you mean again, tonight? Or again, a couple a weeks ago? Or again, like you forgot already?

his bro told me tht he crashed at about 6'0clock in ashhurst, in hospital atm but nothing serious

[ynot slow]

A bit of a breeze out there but nothing too much to worry about. Should be a reasonable night for it :D

BULL,FRIGGIN SHIT:girlfight:,bloody wind from Takapau turnoff till Palmy.And almost could've joined in,went through Woodville at 6.30pm,bloody gorge slows you down with trucks etc.

As Garry Glitter said though it's good to be back,good to be back.Neat roads to enjoy.

[mowgli]

his bro told me tht he crashed at about 6'0clock in ashhurst, in hospital atm but nothing serious
That's not good :( Last night he was still waiting on a piston. Glad to hear it's nothing serious.

[road king]

Hay!, banitrider, what was that on the way home, when you pulled up along side me and pointed at the side of your tank???

was it just to point out that "hay, my bikes a honda too"

that was the only thing i worked out it could have ment

[mowgli]

was it just to point out that "hay, my bikes a honda too"
Nah, he was marvelling at what it's like to ride a bike and not a tank :lol::lol::dodge:

[specter]

um turns out sparkies nt in a good shape... :(
lots of morphine and wont be out untill at least 2morro....
will keep you updated, might get into see him 2morro

[ynot slow]

um turns out sparkies nt in a good shape... :(
lots of morphine and wont be out untill at least 2morro....
will keep you updated, might get into see him 2morro

Not good being on serious pain relief,thanks for update.

[86GSXR]

Very good ride tonight EXCEPT for Sparkles bin! Before the ride even started. Very sorry to hear the tale unfold as we met at the meet point. Some nasty road rash and a bit of a knock by the sounds of it. Hope you're alright Sparkles, you'll be sore for awhile but we're just glad you'll be able to tell the tale in person soon!

[mowgli]

um turns out sparkies nt in a good shape... :(
lots of morphine and wont be out untill at least 2morro....
will keep you updated, might get into see him 2morro
Probably do the same. Regular visiting hours (http://www.midcentraldhb.govt.nz/PatientsVisitors/GeneralInfo/VisitingHours/) are 2-8pm.

[Flynn]

Well, what I thought was going to be an excellent maiden voyage on the midnight special, as above had a cruel twist with sparkles coming off his bike tonight 30 metres from my driveway!! I can only guess he had been out to chase my tag and was on his way round to show me the tag and to look at the Buell, came round the corner into my street gave his bike a handful of throttle, hit loose chip on the side of the road, got into snakeys, bike gripped as it bit into the seal and threw him off, sliding down the road 20-30 metres. Sparkles was falling in and out of lala land trying to sit up etc, etc, he did come round and was with it for a while, but turns out he doesn't remember most of it. he will now, I'm sure vouch for having decent gear, now he has had a slide, because the track pants he had on the bottom half of his body, let me say didn't work!!!

Any way enough as I wanna say onwards and upwards!!

Fri nite ride was great once we got going, took it easy on the new beast as you do, with run in and rider inexperience on a newbie, thanks to all tonight enjoyed company!!

Now to get my mind off Sparkles.

[Owl]

Very good ride tonight EXCEPT for Sparkles bin! Before the ride even started. Very sorry to hear the tale unfold as we met at the meet point. Some nasty road rash and a bit of a knock by the sounds of it. Hope you're alright Sparkles, you'll be sore for awhile but we're just glad you'll be able to tell the tale in person soon!

Bloody hell! I think Sparkles needs a suit of armour and a name change to "Sparks"?

Hope you're not too sore dude and heal soon!:yes: Take it easy!

[bogan]

shit, sparkles is having a bad run of it. Keep us posted with how hes doing, hope its a speedy recovery with not too many scars and shit.

[ynot slow]

Any signs advising loose chips?If not remind the council of their contractors duty to inform road users of hazards.There has been a bit of resealing out of Dannevirke,and mostly swept and on straight roads,but signs and speed limit signs warn,and with a visor full of bugs I managed to grab the gas and for a second(half)rear slid and was fun.Was showered with small chip from the car in front of me as they thought be fun to hit the gas at end of new seal,luckily I was 10mts behind,passed them then my turn to repay them at next reseal area hehe.

[Flynn]

Any signs advising loose chips?If not remind the council of their contractors duty to inform road users of hazards.There has been a bit of resealing out of Dannevirke,and mostly swept and on straight roads,but signs and speed limit signs warn,and with a visor full of bugs I managed to grab the gas and for a second(half)rear slid and was fun.Was showered with small chip from the car in front of me as they thought be fun to hit the gas at end of new seal,luckily I was 10mts behind,passed them then my turn to repay them at next reseal area hehe.

Coming to think of it, it was resealed when the street was done up about a year ago, the loose chip was about a foot wide against the gutter! Bad luck and to much throttle the problem I say. I've ridden in and out twice daily for 365 odd days and no worries:(

[ynot slow]

shit, sparkles is having a bad run of it. Keep us posted with how hes doing, hope its a speedy recovery with not too many scars and shit.


Had a work mate fall off his excessively powerfull CT110 when I worked on a MAF research station years ago,he had overalls on,boots(luckilly not his redbands)managed to crash on a race(after another guy had graded it)was pulling out gravel for a while,and he reckoned he was going 30-40km max,luckilly he also had work gloves on,usually hardly ever used them,saved his hands.

[NZsarge]

Keep the updates on Sparkles coming.
I dunno, perhaps we need to get a bit more structure back into FNR's...
ie:
Head count before we leave so we are all aware of how many riders are on the ride.

Reiterate that at the beginning of each FNR that rider should ride their own pace and not be drawn into riding at an uncomfortable level.

TEC and make sure everyone is aware of the route before we head off and should NOT be concerned if they are riding at a slower pace and worry about holding things up, short social ride, not need to rush.

Any other things? I'm sure there will be plenty of points i've missed.

This year FNR's have gotten off to a pretty soft start what with the weather and all, the number of riders have'nt as yet been what we were seeing last season but i'm picking once summer starts proper we'll see a few more turning up Friday's.
I know being a social ride we don't really want to get all bogged down in rules and such but I don't think a little planning and structure would go a miss.

[cowboyz]

on ya sarge.

It is well known (or should be) how disapproving I am of feeling the need to babysit on rides. Every bike comes equip with its own throttle (hondas debateable) and rider.

More FMS!!!!!!!!!

Less FFS!!!!!!!!!

[specter]

It is well known (or should be) how disapproving I am of feeling the need to babysit on rides.

it shouldnt be a problem for u cowboyz koz you never riding :lol:
(riding to work doesnt count)

should be attending this fridays ride now tht im no longer bogged down with work and exams :2thumbsup

[specter]

will keep you posted when sparks gets dismissed frm hospital. going to visit him at 2

[Flynn]

Keep the updates on Sparkles coming.
I dunno, perhaps we need to get a bit more structure back into FNR's...
ie:
Head count before we leave so we are all aware of how many riders are on the ride.

Reiterate that at the beginning of each FNR that rider should ride their own pace and not be drawn into riding at an uncomfortable level.

TEC and make sure everyone is aware of the route before we head off and should NOT be concerned if they are riding at a slower pace and worry about holding things up, short social ride, not need to rush.

Any other things? I'm sure there will be plenty of points i've missed.

This year FNR's have gotten off to a pretty soft start what with the weather and all, the number of riders have'nt as yet been what we were seeing last season but i'm picking once summer starts proper we'll see a few more turning up Friday's.
I know being a social ride we don't really want to get all bogged down in rules and such but I don't think a little planning and structure would go a miss.


on ya sarge.

It is well known (or should be) how disapproving I am of feeling the need to babysit on rides. Every bike comes equip with its own throttle (hondas debateable) and rider.

More FMS!!!!!!!!!

Less FFS!!!!!!!!!

Sadly I'm with you both on this one, I don't see the need to be a bit hero, cause as we all know there is no such thing as a dead hero.

I have no problem being passed or riding at the back, we'll all get there eventually if we ride to our skill level, but sadly I suppose, It will get to the stage were we'll say certain people should stay away till they get there head around how lethal there things can be if throttle is engaged and not brain.

Rant over and out! I know I'm in the trade, but no need so young:mad:

[bogan]

Keep the updates on Sparkles coming.
I dunno, perhaps we need to get a bit more structure back into FNR's...
ie:
Head count before we leave so we are all aware of how many riders are on the ride.

Reiterate that at the beginning of each FNR that rider should ride their own pace and not be drawn into riding at an uncomfortable level.

TEC and make sure everyone is aware of the route before we head off and should NOT be concerned if they are riding at a slower pace and worry about holding things up, short social ride, not need to rush.

Any other things? I'm sure there will be plenty of points i've missed.

This year FNR's have gotten off to a pretty soft start what with the weather and all, the number of riders have'nt as yet been what we were seeing last season but i'm picking once summer starts proper we'll see a few more turning up Friday's.
I know being a social ride we don't really want to get all bogged down in rules and such but I don't think a little planning and structure would go a miss.

yeh, tbh i was a bit surprised at the lack of structure on the first fnr i went to (only been to one so far cos ive been a bit busy with vannage since then), in saying that though, it always comes down to every rider should just ride their own ride; perhaps why I got left well behind on the vinegar hill run :whistle:

[specter]

i think fnr are just fine as they are....
its just stupid decisions on unfavourable road conditions letting us down, just need to keep vigilant and ride at your level (not cowboyz's)

[mowgli]

It is well known (or should be) how disapproving I am of feeling the need to babysit on rides.
Perhaps it's time for a mid-week cruisy/learner ride.

[specter]

Perhaps it's time for a mid-week cruisy/learner ride.
im keen but im only free on Tuesdays and Fridays :(

[SuperSonic]

Ok ok thats enough of this shit talk. I think someone might be feeling a bit shit at mo and needs more constructive talk. I think he knows he has done wrong. FNR are fine as is no need to change.
Shit happens and somethings things just do not go your way. Thats it.!!!
Now lets just let it be.:Playnice:

[SuperSonic]

Perhaps it's time for a mid-week cruisy/learner ride.

What, thats what FNR are ment to be, the OLDER WISER people helping the less so wise and older. No need to single them out even more.

[specter]

Ok ok thats enough of this shit talk. I think someone might be feeling a bit shit at mo and needs more constructive talk

well to be honest hes not reading any of this :girlfight:
im sorry thts enough frm me

[Bosozoku]

Sparkles should be fine, might go see him also,

and offer him $50 for the bike.

[cowboyz]

yeh, tbh i was a bit surprised at the lack of structure on the first fnr i went to (only been to one so far cos ive been a bit busy with vannage since then)


:
thats the whole point! There has been attempts to structure it in the past and its just about ending the week with a social ride. Its all about just doing what you want to wind down from the week.

Perhaps it's time for a mid-week cruisy/learner ride.
others have broken off and made a wed night ride. Tues night ride. Its all good. The fri night rides starting from Ashhurst mobile station will be here for time to come and as always, its an all skill level, no pressure winddown from the week.


im keen but im only free on Tuesdays and Fridays :(
ha! I not free any night of the week! wanna swap?


Sparkles should be fine, might go see him also,

and offer him $50 for the bike.

Remind him it was less than a week ago I striaghten his guage cage for him!

[mowgli]

Perhaps it's time for a mid-week cruisy/learner ride.What, thats what FNR are ment to be, the OLDER WISER people helping the less so wise and older. No need to single them out even more.
FNR is meant to be a cruisy chill out at the end of the week. Everyone taking it easy and riding within their comfort zone. That's great and the two FNR's I've done were mint.

What I'm talking about is something more structured around learners and low experience riders. I went on a few of these in Wellington and once I got over myself I gained a lot from listening and following the advice on offer. Each ride started with a rider brief covering specific rider skills appropriate to the route. There were regular stops where the riders were shuffled so that everyone got to follow the lines of the more experienced lead. It was never fast - not even a bit. There was a huge focus on technique in the approach to corners. Hazard identification was often discussed.

I'm not talking about singling out the noobs. Noobs should still do FNR. Rather I'm suggesting a separate ride where being a noob is expected and where the active focus is on learning rather than chilling out.

[cowboyz]

Sounds like a good idea. I was thinking about setting up a learner ride next weekend. weather dependant. You want to team up? A more frequent ride during the week could be a good idea.

[mowgli]

Sounds like a good idea. I should be able to leave the kids with my sister for a few hours at least.

[KiwiKat]

Back on the positives. An awesome ride last night. Great company comfortable pace. :2thumbsup Apiti tavern gave us a pretty good deal, juicy scallops. Any newer riders would have found it quick:whistle: but then we usually always have a few slower riders at the rear with a TEC. With the exception of Monamie it was pretty much a Friday night boys ride. Kudos to Flynn for his good work. I like the idea of some weekend or weeknight slow rides, need to promote though.

[mowgli]

Dan's been discharged :2thumbsup:

[Bosozoku]

Dan's been discharged :2thumbsup:

Choice.

Makes me want to get back on a bike.

Reckon there will be cheap bikes round when / if they put ACC up?
Whats the fine for no rego on a bike these days?

[road king]

Choice.

Makes me want to get back on a bike.

Reckon there will be cheap bikes round when / if they put ACC up?
Whats the fine for no rego on a bike these days?

$200. if you dont mind riding without insurance

[bogan]

$200. if you dont mind riding without insurance

if you still have a wof I think you are still insured, as rego doesnt affect the safety/risk... factor of riding, just a legal thing. Best to check it with insurance first though!

back to fnr's etc, hopefully ill be able to make it to the next one, may even bring summat a little different! and I'd be a starter for any newbie training days

[sparkles]

Dan's been discharged :2thumbsup:

yea got out at 12 but thank for coming to see me ...


so got a Concussion so cant remember how i crash ,how what or why and lots of scrapes :( :crybaby:

going to take it very easy for the next 5 days!!!!!!!




and this structure for FNR's, i wasn't even going to go on it. all i did, was got the tag and to see Flynn for his new bike



Ok ok thats enough of this shit talk. I think someone might be feeling a bit shit at mo and needs more constructive talk. I think he knows he has done wrong. FNR are fine as is no need to change.
Shit happens and somethings things just do not go your way. Thats it.!!!
Now lets just let it be.:Playnice:


cheers

[NZsarge]

so got a Concussion so cant remember how i crash ,how what or why and lots of scrapes :( :crybaby:

going to take it very easy for the next 5 days!!!!!!!

Yeah and do just that too mate! Glad to hear it was'nt more serious but it's bad enough all the same...


and this structure for FNR's, i wasn't even going to go on it. all i did, was got the tag and to see Flynn for his new bike

I was'nt really even referring to your issues mate and I guess structure might be a bit too stronger word but I stand by my post about FNR's, they are'nt rules just more consideration for the situation really considering it is a group ride where we have riders of all experiences.

Again, glad to here your out of hospital and healing..

[bogan]

...
so got a Concussion so cant remember how i crash ,how what or why and lots of scrapes :( :crybaby:

going to take it very easy for the next 5 days!!!!!!!

...

good to hear you're ok man. I had a concussion a few years ago, never got the memory of what happened back, taking it easy for next few days def a good idea. If you need any help fixing the rg or anything just let us know.

[ynot slow]

FNR rides are good,as said catering for all levels,and sometimes following experienced guys /girls helps each one of us,hell on Friday I didn't know I could lean so far,wasn't a fast corner,but standard 65km(usually take them at 80km or so 2 up)this time decided 100km and no problems,basically the saying more miles equals more fun/experience imho anyway.The main problem is shingle or unpredictable happenings.

My first big ride was when the Manawatu crowd did the Palmy-Whanga-Palmy loop a couple of years ago,and being relatively knew to riding again,was passed by all,didn't worry me,as we all caught up at stops for photos etc,and eventually the pub.End of the day just cause someone passes you,you don't need to try to keep up if you feel unsafe for whatever reason,sure is good to watch the lines until they dissapear.

[manwithav8]

Sounds like a good idea. I was thinking about setting up a learner ride next weekend. weather dependant. You want to team up? A more frequent ride during the week could be a good idea.

To ride as good as you cowboyz, do we all need to have a green bike? I have a spare $500 so might be able to pick one up the same.

Will you teach me?:2thumbsup

[mowgli]

I don't think its necessarily being passed and trying to keep up. Over confidence is more insideous than that.

As you become confident you take corners a little faster, lean a little further and because it works you get suckered into believing you're better than you are. Trouble is that while your experience of riding "when its working" grows quickly, the experience needed to deal with the unexpected omes much slower.

I learnt a painful lesson on the VTR when everything seemed to be working mint, confidence was brimming over. All it took was a simple distraction (imagined as it turned out) at a critical moment and then by the time I looked back I didn't have the experience to deal with what I saw. I failed to take the corner because I froze, panic braked and failed to corner at all.

It makes complete sense to me now. I wish I'd had that insight before I'd set out that day :(

[mowgli]

To ride as good as you cowboyz, do we all need to have a green bike? I have a spare $500 so might be able to pick one up the same.
Crikey $500!! Are you buying two?

[manwithav8]

FNR rides are good,as said catering for all levels,and sometimes following experienced guys /girls helps each one of us,hell on Friday I didn't know I could lean so far,wasn't a fast corner,but standard 65km(usually take them at 80km or so 2 up)this time decided 100km and no problems,basically the saying more miles equals more fun/experience imho anyway.The main problem is shingle or unpredictable happenings.

My first big ride was when the Manawatu crowd did the Palmy-Whanga-Palmy loop a couple of years ago,and being relatively knew to riding again,was passed by all,didn't worry me,as we all caught up at stops for photos etc,and eventually the pub.End of the day just cause someone passes you,you don't need to try to keep up if you feel unsafe for whatever reason,sure is good to watch the lines until they dissapear.

I remember that ride Tony, that was my longest ride not long after I got the Monster. I remember the Tar being melted that bad I was sliping and sliding all over the show. Very hto day that was, had to drop my pants to the ankles to allow air flow to the important parts whilst downing a bbq sausage or two. great day that was.

[manwithav8]

Crikey $500!! Are you buying two?

The thought did cross my mind. That way the Mrs could have a learner bike to gain valuable knowledge and skills on. Being green and 900cc is perfect for the learner. Can't have them learning on something to powerful now can we.

The other option was a honda but they come in gay colours like "two tone sapphire":buggerd:

[ynot slow]

I remember that ride Tony, that was my longest ride not long after I got the Monster. I remember the Tar being melted that bad I was sliping and sliding all over the show. Very hto day that was, had to drop my pants to the ankles to allow air flow to the important parts whilst downing a bbq sausage or two. great day that was.

Must do it again,thinking go reverse way and stay at pub or Tahora,that way after a few beers it's a relatively easy ride home if hungover.

[ynot slow]

The thought did cross my mind. That way the Mrs could have a learner bike to gain valuable knowledge and skills on. Being green and 900cc is perfect for the learner. Can't have them learning on something to powerful now can we.

The other option was a honda but they come in gay colours like "two tone sapphire":buggerd:


Mind you kwakas are really well trained,they don't kick the walls or partitions in floats unlike other goods transported that way.Mind you 140000km speaks volumes,most others will be dead by then.

[cowboyz]

To ride as good as you cowboyz, do we all need to have a green bike? I have a spare $500 so might be able to pick one up the same.

Will you teach me?:2thumbsup

justto be clear, all piss taking aside! Yes I am confident on my bike, but there are plenty of manawatu riders who will leave me in their wake any given chance. Ive seen Dogs, 86, Sarge etc disappear into the distance. It all comes down to the realisation that you are enjoying what your doing because your doing it your way. Not someone elses!

[fresh trax]

FNR is meant to be a cruisy chill out at the end of the week. Everyone taking it easy and riding within their comfort zone. That's great and the two FNR's I've done were mint.

What I'm talking about is something more structured around learners and low experience riders. I went on a few of these in Wellington and once I got over myself I gained a lot from listening and following the advice on offer. Each ride started with a rider brief covering specific rider skills appropriate to the route. There were regular stops where the riders were shuffled so that everyone got to follow the lines of the more experienced lead. It was never fast - not even a bit. There was a huge focus on technique in the approach to corners. Hazard identification was often discussed.

I'm not talking about singling out the noobs. Noobs should still do FNR. Rather I'm suggesting a separate ride where being a noob is expected and where the active focus is on learning rather than chilling out.

Ive been going out on a Tuesday night with a couple of riders who are helping me with my new bike to gain expereince and learn a few things and we are looking at doing that on a regular basis. Will post up if we are doing it on Tuesday :lol:

[Flynn]

good one Leonie, I was worried you weren't getting out on that beast of yours, glad to hear.:2thumbsup

[Meanie]

Pleased to hear your ok sparkles. I think youll be the first to admit youve had a couple of unneccesary offs lately. Nobody means to fall off, it happens to the best of us but it is very important to learn by the mistakes made and not do the same again. A wise man once said "only a fool makes the same mistake twice".
The friday night rides are generaly non structured, which is a good way to have it IMO
However i think a little more informative would be good, especialy for newcomers
These are my suggestions

Keep everyone informed of where the ride is going and where we are stopping for refreshments
If you organise the ride before friday night. Post it and the details (no excuse for anyone not knowing then)
If the ride is organised on the night, whoever suggests the route needs to make an informative speech, detailing the route and refreshment stop before the ride leaves
If someone wants to go TEC then they need to inform the group before it leaves

Hopefully if we all are informed there will be no need for those who dont know where we are going to be compelled to try keep up when they are not capable

Lets keep it simple, enjoyable and safe

[Monamie]

Back on the positives. An awesome ride last night. Great company comfortable pace. :2thumbsup Apiti tavern gave us a pretty good deal, juicy scallops. Any newer riders would have found it quick:whistle: but then we usually always have a few slower riders at the rear with a TEC. With the exception of Monamie it was pretty much a Friday night boys ride. Kudos to Flynn for his good work. I like the idea of some weekend or weeknight slow rides, need to promote though.

Someone had to keep you guys honest!:whistle:

Pleased you are ok Sparkles-take it easy boy!

Yep to Sarge and Meanie-FNR is for all levels and a good wind down from the week-basic group ride rules should be applied. (Respect your fellow riders, ride your own ride, know where you are going and have a TEC so no one is left behind to get lost.....the rest is up to the individual).:cool:

[Flynn]

Someone had to keep you guys honest!:whistle:

Pleased you are ok Sparkles-take it easy boy!

Yep to Sarge and Meanie-FNR is for all levels and a good wind down from the week-basic group ride rules should be applied. (Respect your fellow riders, ride your own ride, know where you are going and have a TEC so no one is left behind to get lost.....the rest is up to the individual).:cool:

Exxaacckkery:calm:

[fresh trax]

good one Leonie, I was worried you weren't getting out on that beast of yours, glad to hear.:2thumbsup

ive been away alot - but im taking it a step at a time. Am going to a bike trainng day with carmen on saturday - so that will be real good. Can't wait to see your new bike cheers:cool:

[ynot slow]

An old guy once said to me about life "you never stop learning" as a 18yr old I actually took that on board,and is so bloody true,especially on a bike.

If you guys keep to the FNR schedule of meet at 6,leave at 6.30-6.45 I'll nearly be able to join as I return lol.Went through the great place about 6.45 last Friday.

If I can get a text on whereabouts of ride I can possibly meet at cafe or pub,once home,assuming I don't get lost.

[86GSXR]

Great to hear you're out and posting Sparkles :niceone: Yep, these things happen, bikes and riders have their limits and it's great if they coincide. Sometimes they don't. We've all been there. See you out there soon eh!

[sparkles]

now im sure i am pass this
Senior Member is a user who has been a member for at least 140 days, has at least 240 posts or 365 days and 120 posts and has a positive reputation


so y aint i a senior member yet??

[yod]

now im sure i am pass this


so y aint i a senior member yet??

nope

you joined August 11th, 104 days ago

[cowboyz]

seems like longer..................

[yod]

seems like longer..................

i bet you say that to all the boys....


:killingme

[Flynn]

Righty ho, this week I propose a ride thru gorge, ballance, mangamaire, to pahiatua for a stop, back home over full track or back thru gorge?

How does that sound?

Who is keen, Will ya have a migrain on Fri avo cboyz??:doctor: starting about 2pm finishing at about 6pm?:headbang:

[Meanie]

Righty ho, this week I propose a ride thru gorge, ballance, mangamaire, to pahiatua for a stop, back home over full track or back thru gorge?

How does that sound?

Who is keen, Will ya have a migrain on Fri avo cboyz??:doctor: starting about 2pm finishing at about 6pm?:headbang:

As much as i would love to, i will be on the way to whitianga in the ute
Enjoy, and should be all go the week after

[gatch]

Righty ho, this week I propose a ride thru gorge, ballance, mangamaire, to pahiatua for a stop, back home over full track or back thru gorge?

How does that sound?

Who is keen, Will ya have a migrain on Fri avo cboyz??:doctor: starting about 2pm finishing at about 6pm?:headbang:

Might be keen chur bro ow cuz, dependent on how I'm getting to the wedding this weekend.

[Flynn]

Might be keen chur bro ow cuz, dependent on how I'm getting to the wedding this weekend.

ya getting married, bro, I'll drop ya off:msn-wink: no better wedding vehicle than a buell to go to ya wedding on:msn-wink:

[fresh trax]

Flynn I would be keen - i don't work on Friday
Righty ho, this week I propose a ride thru gorge, ballance, mangamaire, to pahiatua for a stop, back home over full track or back thru gorge?

How does that sound?

Who is keen, Will ya have a migrain on Fri avo cboyz??:doctor: starting about 2pm finishing at about 6pm?:headbang:

[NZsarge]

Righty ho, this week I propose a ride thru gorge, ballance, mangamaire, to pahiatua for a stop, back home over full track or back thru gorge?

How does that sound?

Sounds fine, not a million miles away from what I was gonna suggest. :niceone:

[86GSXR]

Yep, can't get a better short run than that :niceone:

[KiwiKat]

Nice one. KK might shout lollipops. Feeling generous to suckers.


Damn, just found out I have to attend a function. Such a nice little run too
.

[road king]

Righty ho, this week I propose a ride thru gorge, ballance, mangamaire, to pahiatua for a stop, back home over full track or back thru gorge?

How does that sound?

Who is keen, Will ya have a migrain on Fri avo cboyz??:doctor: starting about 2pm finishing at about 6pm?:headbang:

sounds good to me!!! back home over pahiatua track

[manwithav8]

2 more weeks all you oddballs!!!!!

[Flynn]

Flynn I would be keen - i don't work on Friday


Sounds fine, not a million miles away from what I was gonna suggest. :niceone:


Yep, can't get a better short run than that :niceone:


Nice one. KK might shout lollipops. Feeling generous to suckers.


Damn, just found out I have to attend a function. Such a nice little run too
.


sounds good to me!!! back home over pahiatua track

Sounds like we're all on the right track to have an incident free fnr.

Oh and KK you can keep those lollipops for your self.:oi-grr:

[gatch]

ya getting married, bro, I'll drop ya off:msn-wink: no better wedding vehicle than a buell to go to ya wedding on:msn-wink:

ARRRGGGhhh not me man.

I just might be catching a ride so I can booze on the way up there..

[yod]

2 more weeks all you oddballs!!!!!

mint

brought your beast to work yesterday....all good

[NZsarge]

mint

brought your beast to work yesterday....all good

You doing the FNR tonight? I'm hoping the wind does'nt pick up too much, FMS atm!

[86GSXR]

Bit of a breeze out there but nice and warm. Should be a good nite for it!

[NZsarge]

Grrr, where does the incesent wind come from and how do I kill it?

[86GSXR]

It comes from Australia. The only way to stop it is to wait until February.

[NZsarge]

It comes from Australia. The only way to stop it is to wait until February.

Oh man! Wind annoys me, even more than rain I think... Not as much as wind and rain though.. Naturally.. :D

[86GSXR]

It won't be raining for awhile at least so the annoyance factor is halved :yes: NZ is in 'the roaring forties' latitude wise, no chance of being becalmed around here. Just think of that coffee at the Black Stump

[NZsarge]

Just think of that coffee at the Black Stump

Meh... Coffee.. :blip: :lol:

[SuperSonic]

Should be in tonight, just need to get the kids to swimming, then pick wife up, then drop oldest girl off at disco, then eat something, then get on bike. All in the next 2 1/2 hrs. Easy as:shit:

[Bosozoku]

Should be in tonight, just need to get the kids to swimming, then pick wife up, then drop oldest girl off at disco, then eat something, then get on bike. All in the next 2 1/2 hrs. Easy as:shit:

I see why you need a bike!

[mowgli]

See y'all there hopefully. Confirm meeting Ashhurst 6pm for departure sometime later?

[road king]

See y'all there hopefully. Confirm meeting Ashhurst 6pm for departure sometime later?

confirmed :yes:

[bogan]

I aim to be there as well, will skive off back to palmy after the pahiatua track though as have some buisness to attend to:apint:

[Bosozoku]

confirmed :yes:

See you there :mellow:

[Flynn]

See you there :mellow:

Arrr haaa, anewpushbikeguy:bye::bye:

[sparkles]

all he has to do, is get in a tag or two now

[Flynn]

all he has to do, is get in a tag or two now

.....:wari::wari::wari:.....

Yes Sparkles, that IS funny

[Owl]

Well I hope you all have a good ride tonight. Just got my bike loaded for the journey to Dr Taylor tomorrow and it'll be an early start.

I'll be riding it home of course:woohoo:, but that'll be next week!:yes:

[NZsarge]

Well I hope you all have a good ride tonight. Just got my bike loaded for the journey to Dr Taylor tomorrow and it'll be an early start.

I'll be riding it home of course:woohoo:, but that'll be next week!:yes:

Will be super interested to hear your thoughts when you get it back..

[banditrider]

Well I hope you all have a good ride tonight. Just got my bike loaded for the journey to Dr Taylor tomorrow and it'll be an early start.

I'll be riding it home of course:woohoo:, but that'll be next week!:yes:

I thought only harleys went places on utes/trailers??//

Great ride tonight! Big thanks to Martin for letting me loose on his 'busa - very nice! I like bug 'zuzy's! :scooter:

[NZsarge]

Well I hope you all have a good ride tonight. Just got my bike loaded for the journey to Dr Taylor tomorrow and it'll be an early start.

I'll be riding it home of course:woohoo:, but that'll be next week!:yes:

If ya feel like company on the way back when you go to pick it up....

[ynot slow]

Well I hope you all have a good ride tonight. Just got my bike loaded for the journey to Dr Taylor tomorrow and it'll be an early start.

I'll be riding it home of course:woohoo:, but that'll be next week!:yes:

Al ya might have a heap of bikers with you Saturday week,is the Naki toy run first Sat in December usually.And damn good idea to drive,the wind is bloody awesome out there.

Sarge what have you done to weather gods,last 3 weeks is bloody wicked winds around vegas.

[road king]

was a good ride tonight, about 14 bikes i think, a little bit windy but not to bad.
we went down a road i had never been down before:Punk:

[Hopeful Bastard]

Where'd you guys go?

[Flynn]

was a good ride tonight, about 14 bikes i think, a little bit windy but not to bad.
we went down a road i had never been down before:Punk:

Indeed, indeed a good run, Lead through gorge, broke my virginity in that department, leading, nice to give that new bike a little work out.

My, my we need to teach Leonie how to lock her top box, had us all worried we'd lost ya. Thanks to Gary H for taking care of that.

And that DAMN wind, did you enjoy that Sarge???:shutup:

I'll be missing next week, work will get in the way.:angry:

[mowgli]

was a good ride tonight, about 14 bikes i think, a little bit windy but not to bad.
we went down a road i had never been down before:Punk:
The bit from the Track through Mangamarie our to SH2 is the usual shortcut if you're heading south.

Good ride although I thought summer was here :cold:

[86GSXR]

Where'd you guys go?

Gorge, Ballance, Mangamarie, Pahiatua for a drink, back via Track. Great route.

Excellent ride tonight, really enjoyed the Buell and pillioning Monamie :yes: Bit breezy, but that's NZ spring weather for you. It'll settle down in a month or two before picking up again. Good to see Leonie dealing with the ER6 in the wind, gotta be done :)

[Owl]

Will be super interested to hear your thoughts when you get it back..

I'm sure I'll have plenty of them!:yes:


I thought only harleys went places on utes/trailers??//

Just bikes that'll fit a ute or trailer.:whistle:


If ya feel like company on the way back when you go to pick it up....

I'll txt ya!


Al ya might have a heap of bikers with you Saturday week,is the Naki toy run first Sat in December usually.And damn good idea to drive,the wind is bloody awesome out there.

I'll keep an eye out Tony, but it'll be a slow one home with 70 demerits and state highway etc.:devil2:

[banditrider]

Just bikes that'll fit a ute or trailer.:whistle:


It's surprising what can fit on the back of a SS ute...

[Pegasus]

I'll keep an eye out Tony, but it'll be a slow one home with 70 demerits and state highway etc.:devil2:

I don't have any demerits. I could ride it home for you. :blip:

[manwithav8]

mint

brought your beast to work yesterday....all good

Primo mate. SO all I got to do now is get a rego before the huge price hike huh?

I haven't been following the ACC stuff so I guess I will find out more when I get home. When is it suppose to take effect??

[fresh trax]

Gorge, Ballance, Mangamarie, Pahiatua for a drink, back via Track. Great route.

Excellent ride tonight, really enjoyed the Buell and pillioning Monamie :yes: Bit breezy, but that's NZ spring weather for you. It'll settle down in a month or two before picking up again. Good to see Leonie dealing with the ER6 in the wind, gotta be done :)

Yep thanks guys it was good to get out Thanks Michelle and yes its gotta be done. Flynn i'll ignore your remark :sunny:

[mowgli]

I haven't been following the ACC stuff so I guess I will find out more when I get home. When is it suppose to take effect??
They're in the "consultation" phase at the moment. Needs to be passed into law in Feb to come into effect in June or July IIRC

[Flynn]

Flynn i'll ignore your remark :sunny:

Don't worry, I'm used to that<_<

[yod]

Primo mate. SO all I got to do now is get a rego before the huge price hike huh?

I haven't been following the ACC stuff so I guess I will find out more when I get home. When is it suppose to take effect??

still up in the air - best guess is, they won't increase it as much as they first intended, but it will still be pretty painful

i don't think it will come into effect for several months tho so you should be right

[ynot slow]

still up in the air - best guess is, they won't increase it as much as they first intended, but it will still be pretty painful

i don't think it will come into effect for several months tho so you should be right

Yep they say we'll increase by $500,then renege and up it by $300 and slowly increase thinking we're all happy people paying it.

[Clubbie]

ynot slow - I reckon you need to update your signature.... Don't steal, ACC hates competition! ;)

[banditrider]

Have fun tomorrow night. Work do for me - would rather be riding though...

Seeya on Saturday for the Toy Run.

[Flynn]

Have fun tomorrow night. Work do for me - would rather be riding though...

Seeya on Saturday for the Toy Run.

I won't be there either, on call so can't.

[gatch]

Anyone going for a sc00t tonight ?

I'm keen :D

[enzo]

iam keen/will be there

[manwithav8]

3 more sleeps team till im on the plane. 4 more sleep till I am home.

Ya'll better turn the weather on for Friday next week!!!

I got some gear shopping to de when I get home. Yeah baby.

I feel teknic corsair gear coming coming on mmmmmmmmmm

Check our th gear they go over here. Kiddies not allowed to wear helmets, they can't see the view..

[road king]

Anyone going for a sc00t tonight ?

I'm keen :D


iam keen/will be there

another keen VFR rider over here :Punk:

[road king]

although i might not get there till 6 30...

[gatch]

ok, so I fell asleep, mow its raining..

do'h, maybe I go for a boost tomorrow..

[NZsarge]

ok, so I fell asleep,

Me too!


now its raining..


All good then.

do'h, maybe I go for a boost tomorrow..

Yeah tomorrow is supposed to be acceptable..

[banditrider]

So did anyone go for a blat?

[ezirider]

So did anyone go for a blat?

yep, 4 bikes.. gorge, ballance, back over the track in light rain.

[bogan]

are there any good alternate roads from woodville to SH50? will be heading that way fiday night-ish prolly

[NZsarge]

are there any good alternate roads from woodville to SH50? will be heading that way fiday night-ish prolly

Some back roads to Vegas and once you're through Vegas you can turn off at Matamau and take the back way through to Takapau, hang a left in the town and it'll bring you out just above the HW50 turn off, mint road too!

[manwithav8]

looking forward to a ride if the weather is fine enough.

Got the new gear so will fill the tank, dust off the boots and clean the visor and show up at asshurts mobil 6pm friday night to follow the leader. If there is no leader I will call in on Meanie and Monie for cake and coffee. Adn if they not there then I will call in on Cowboyz for coffee.

Now if all that fails me then i will head home and drink my own bloody coffee. Either way I will be there tomorrow night......

Have to try out this new gear you know lol..

[Meanie]

looking forward to a ride if the weather is fine enough.

Got the new gear so will fill the tank, dust off the boots and clean the visor and show up at asshurts mobil 6pm friday night to follow the leader. If there is no leader I will call in on Meanie and Monie for cake and coffee. Adn if they not there then I will call in on Cowboyz for coffee.

Now if all that fails me then i will head home and drink my own bloody coffee. Either way I will be there tomorrow night......

Have to try out this new gear you know lol..

Welcome back....
We wont be riding or home friday night, work christmas dinner
We will however be doing the coast to coast, Meet at bp Rangatiki about 8.30 sat morn for coffee, leave about 9.00

[manwithav8]

Welcome back....
We wont be riding or home friday night, work christmas dinner
We will however be doing the coast to coast, Meet at bp Rangatiki about 8.30 sat morn for coffee, leave about 9.00

Thanks mate. :-) Good to be home.

Might show on Sat morning and have a coffee with ya's and do part of the coast to coast with ya's.

[KiwiKat]

Yes this is a duplicate post

CHRISTMAS BBQ - NEXT SATURDAY 19th DECEMBER
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129521434&postcount=608

[SuperSonic]

Any plans for this FNR? Might be able to come this friday. Keen for the apiti loop.:2thumbsup

[sparkles]

Any plans for this FNR? Might be able to come this friday. Keen for the apiti loop.:2thumbsup

im sure/think they just did that last time :oi-grr:

[sparkles]

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omg this works

to hardcore for you?

[SuperSonic]

omg this works

Yep Like that one. Were will the stop be? Feilding? Or that pub just south of mangaweka?

[Meanie]

Geat loop, done it a few times, might be a bit long for Friday night, probably 3and a half hour ride, means we wont be back untill about 10
Id be keen for a shorter one

[Meanie]

The pub down the road from my place is open again, completly refirbished and renamed the Ashhurst Inn. With a theme aimed at bikers. Seems to be catching on as thier have been a shit load of bikes calling in and stopping for a while. Another destination for the FN rides

[sparkles]

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how about this then


get to go to the Ashhurst Inn:2thumbsup

[KiwiKat]

Sounds like a good stop. Meanie can crawl home.

[sparkles]

haven't done this
so dont know what its like

[Meanie]

Yep thats better, You got another bike Sparkles?

[NZsarge]

haven't done this
so dont know what its like

It has been done before but not to worry, it's all good. :niceone:
You beat me to it, was gonna suggest a very similar ride the next time we had a decent turn out.

[Meanie]

It has been done before but not to worry, it's all good. :niceone:
You beat me to it, was gonna suggest a very similar ride the next time we had a decent turn out.

You coming???

[NZsarge]

You coming???

I should say so barring shite weather.

[manwithav8]

I should say so barring shite weather.

better not be bad weather, I have 2 Cubic Meters of garden soild to shovel and rotary hoe.

Looking forward to getting out on the bike after that though too, I shoul dbe there....

So will that already put me above YOD's turn out for the year? 2 Rides was all that was needed wasn't it? lol

[sparkles]

Yep thats better, You got another bike Sparkles?

not yet, getting money for other bike soon:2thumbsup

[NZsarge]

So will that already put me above YOD's turn out for the year? 2 Rides was all that was needed wasn't it? lol

Yeah, I think that'll put you on top of the attendance sheet... Well between you two anyway. :lol:

[Mrs Cowboyz]

Might just meet you guys down at the inn afterwards....been meaning to have a squizz at this new pub.

Be nice to see ya again Lee!

[manwithav8]

Yeah, I think that'll put you on top of the attendance sheet... Well between you two anyway. :lol:

aahhh but if the YOD shows tomorrow night we will be on a PAR huh...

(must sneak round and let tyres down

[NZsarge]

Might just meet you guys down at the inn afterwards....been meaning to have a squizz at this new pub.


Good idea. :niceone: If we hang about long enough Cowboyz can join us too.. :lol:

[NZsarge]

aahhh but if the YOD shows tomorrow night we will be on a PAR huh...

(must sneak round and let tyres down

Don't those Blackbirds have on board compressor's? Oh hang on i'm thinking of Goldwing's.. :killingme

[manwithav8]

Don't those Blackbirds have on board compressor's? Oh hang on i'm thinking of Goldwing's.. :killingme

it wouldn't suprise me though. That could be whats draining the battery. Would explain why everytime he wanted to use the bird he had to jump it off the Zuki.

Might ask him if he is going to ride tomorrow, if he is I will go round so he can get the bird going. I know he has onboard jumper cables.

[Mrs Cowboyz]

Good idea. :niceone: If we hang about long enough Cowboyz can join us too.. :lol:



Hmmm...not a bad idea me thinks! :2thumbsup

[NZsarge]

I know he has onboard jumper cables.
:lol: As you might expect on a Honda... :whistle:

Hmmm...not a bad idea me thinks! :2thumbsup
If it's a decent night why not eh..

[manwithav8]

Might just meet you guys down at the inn afterwards....been meaning to have a squizz at this new pub.

Be nice to see ya again Lee!

for sure, I should be there with a smile on :P

[cowboyz]

Good idea. :niceone: If we hang about long enough Cowboyz can join us too.. :lol:




If it's a decent night why not eh..

well, considering I just walked in the door from my nights work (hint .. check posting time) it would be a frikken good night if you wait round for me.............

[86GSXR]

Ashhurst bikers pub, sounds good!

[SuperSonic]

how about this then


get to go to the Ashhurst Inn:2thumbsup

Yep sounds or should I say looks good and we get to see this new pub at the same time. :2thumbsup

[mowgli]

OMG! I may even get out this evening :wari:

[NZsarge]

This wind is a shit! Anyway, hope there is a good turn out tonight as i'm picking this will be the last FNR of '09. You listening Yod? Come on mate, fire up the Bird for the last FNR eh.. I have'nt seen Oscarnz on one yet either.

[cowboyz]

there is next friday. thats only the 25th .. you got something planned that day or something? And I not working!

[NZsarge]

there is next friday. thats only the 25th .. you got something planned that day or something? And I not working!

Dunno what turn out you'd get on Xmas day man..

Still I might be keen, depends on what going on 'round here.

I think Owl and Pegasus should come along tonight too.

[road king]

i cant make it tonight, got ta ride over to wangas for some work do thing, should be in for 25th tho i think

[manwithav8]

Crap wind, sorfe back, tired legs and yes I am pulling out of tonights ride. Oh yeah and might have a child to look after since the wife is heading out so it's probably best I stay at home lol

Hope it is a good one but becareful in that wind team.

[Owl]

Dunno what turn out you'd get on Xmas day man..

Still I might be keen, depends on what going on 'round here.

I think Owl and Pegasus should come along tonight too.

I don't think we'll be there tonight either. Too much to do around here.


there is next friday. thats only the 25th .. you got something planned that day or something? And I not working!

Now I'd be keen for that one!:D

[sparkles]

can someone text me when ya get to the ashhurst inn
*******
allso wanna see this new pub

[Pegasus]

I think Owl and Pegasus should come along tonight too.

:nono: Not for me, I have decided that wind like tonight’s is just not fun. :baby:

[Mrs Cowboyz]

can someone text me when ya get to the ashhurst inn
0273511742
allso wanna see this new pub

I will flick ya one when I hear they are back! Will see ya down there..

[banditrider]

Good little ride and the pub was nice too. Good to see more than 3 bikes this week...

[Meanie]

Nice ride although a bit windy
Ashhurst Inn is FMS, Monie even won a meat pack :banana:
Nine of us braved the wind for the last FNR of the year. Kept up with Ashhurst tradition and were still yapping at 6.45 Waiting for Sonic Cowboyz even managed a pretend FNR from work and texed us to say he was sitting on his bike pretending to be there, you poor bugger, ill give you a number to call tomorrow :lol:

[NZsarge]

Twas a good night I reckon, refurbished pub was all good, can see that as a regular stop when the coffee machine turns up.. :niceone:

[cowboyz]

good to hear the pub is worthwhile. early night for me home already. Everyone already gone home. They are soft in the manawatu!

got to milk in the morning and then I will head to the parking protest thing but I have to be back at coke at 930am. breaky in town sounds like a go though

[ynot slow]

Kept up with Ashhurst tradition and were still yapping at 6.45 Waiting for Sonic Cowboyz even managed a pretend FNR from work and texed us to say he was sitting on his bike pretending to be there, you poor bugger, ill give you a number to call tomorrow :lol:

Bugger went passed at 7 ish,was bloody windy from Dannevirke,and farkin roadworks at Woodville,bastard boy racers,good I have rad guard,even had a rock hit the lid,30km signs don't mean 70+ wankers.

Am heading to Wanganui xmas day for lunch with brother and mother,hopefully it is fine to ride.Play santa with 2 wheels.So will call that my fnr.

[gatch]

Dunno what most of you guys are up to the evening of the 25th.

Because of the logistical nightmare that is my family, I will be celebrating christmas today, which is actually xmas evve, and returning to Palmy tomorrow, or Xmas day. Will be heading to the racing in Wangavegas early boxong day so I will be free Xmas night, if anyone is keen to go for a casual h00n somewhere I am keen and will probably head to ashurst mobil in the slim chance that a renegade biker or 80 will join me..

Merry xmas fuckers !!!

[cowboyz]

best of luck.. Im going to be off the planet by friday night.

[Owl]

best of luck.. Im going to be off the planet by friday night.

I thought you didn't drink much, or have you just gone off Coka-Cola?:laugh:

[ynot slow]

best of luck.. Im going to be off the planet by friday night.

Any reason why Friday,thought you were always like that,merry xmas.:Playnice:

[cowboyz]

I thought you didn't drink much, or have you just gone off Coka-Cola?:laugh:

I dont .. but its christmas.....

[NZsarge]

I'm still not sure what's going down tomorrow but just a suggestion...
Perhaps we could launch the FNR early tomorrow night, say 4:30 or 5:00 pm following the usual formula and be home in the daylight which would be nice for a change.

Discuss....

[Meanie]

I'm still not sure what's going down tomorrow but just a suggestion...
Perhaps we could launch the FNR early tomorrow night, say 4:30 or 5:00 pm following the usual formula and be home in the daylight which would be nice for a change.

Discuss....

Ha ha ha love to but will be dining with family, couldnt say no to a free feed

[NZsarge]

Nor sure if i'll be doing it myself, might end up being tied up too but I thought an earlier start might be nice..

[Owl]

Pegasus and I are keen to meet up at 4.30 and maybe kick off at 5.00pm.

We could call it the "Friday Night Orphan Ride":weep:

[ynot slow]

Have been told no to ride(well heading to Wanganui on bike for xmas lunch with mum)and home about 3ish to clean bbq,which I didn't bloody use last time,so it will be clean for tea.

Anyone wanting to help me drink a few beers,enjoy cooking(yeah right bbq)feel free to join about 6.30ish or maybe 8.00,not keeping eye on time frame.

[Flynn]

Pegasus and I are keen to meet up at 4.30 and maybe kick off at 5.00pm.

We could call it the "Friday Night Orphan Ride":weep:

Orphans, do you mean DINKS, double income no kids:lol:

I may be a starter;)

[NZsarge]

Pegasus and I are keen to meet up at 4.30 and maybe kick off at 5.00pm.



I don't (at the moment) see anything stopping me so 4:30 sounds good at the usual place, leave at 5:00.


A thought.
Over the Saddle though Balance back over the Track. Not really bothered to much where we go though, just a thought. Dunno if the re-opened pub in Ashhurst will be open or not but we'll be able to find out before we leave I guess but thinking finish there too..

[Owl]

Yep sounds good, but pub won't be open. No pub will:weep:, though that's not a bad thing.

[NZsarge]

Yep sounds good, but pub won't be open. No pub will:weep:, though that's not a bad thing.

Yeah thought as much, trying to make up my mind wether to wash the bike or not...

[Owl]

Well only the three of us tonight, but we had a nice ride over the Saddle, Balance and Track.

[Pegasus]

I don't (at the moment) see anything stopping me so 4:30 sounds good at the usual place, leave at 5:00.


A thought.
Over the Saddle though Balance back over the Track. Not really bothered to much where we go though, just a thought. Dunno if the re-opened pub in Ashhurst will be open or not but we'll be able to find out before we leave I guess but thinking finish there too..

Had a nice ride with Sarge & Owl as above, without the pub. I tried reeeealy hard to keep up on the straight bits :lol: Thanks for waiting at the corners guys. :2thumbsup

[ynot slow]

Had a nice ride with Sarge & Owl as above, without the pub. I tried reeeealy hard to keep up on the straight bits :lol: Thanks for waiting at the corners guys. :2thumbsup

I jokingly said there's a ride tonight,see ya later,to which the reply was along the lines of yeah and no ride tonight:girlfight:but had to clean bbq(was left in excellent condition from last use)after it was used when I was away.And seeing those involved would've been left way behind in speed terms.:beer:

Saw a few guys for tomorrows racing set up camp and set in for the day in Wangas when leaving mums place,and she is thinking of going to watch,not bad for a rising 68yr old eh.

[NZsarge]

Well only the three of us tonight, but we had a nice ride over the Saddle, Balance and Track.


Had a nice ride with Sarge & Owl as above, without the pub. I tried reeeealy hard to keep up on the straight bits :lol: Thanks for waiting at the corners guys. :2thumbsup

Yep, nice wee ride there guys. Had a good ride back with a tail wind and much less traffic than on the way over..

[Maha]

Well only the three of us tonight, but we had a nice ride over the Saddle, Balance and Track.

That pic is a keeper Owl.........:rockon:

[NZsarge]

That pic is a keeper Owl.........:rockon:

Any pic with a Kawasaki (or Yamaha) is a keeper mate! :D :niceone:

[Maha]

Any pic with a Kawasaki (or Yamaha) is a keeper mate! :D :niceone:

And Triumph...I shall keep that in mind :scooter:

[Owl]

Any pic with a Kawasaki (or Yamaha) is a keeper mate! :D :niceone:

Oh I dunno?:whistle:

[Ronin]

Oh I dunno?:whistle:

That'll buff right out.

[Meanie]

Oh I dunno?:whistle:

Oh crap, i know your not keen on kwakas owl but........................

[GSVR]

Oh crap, i know your not keen on kwakas owl but........................

Q?
What do you get when you hang two big kawasaki tourers on a single piece of string?






A!
Concours :clap:

[Flynn]

Q?
What do you get when you hang two big kawasaki tourers on a single piece of string?






A!
Concours :clap:

You could never hang TWO big kwaka tourers on a SINGLE piece of string.:Oi:

[gizmo]

Hi all.
Is there a ride on this Friday?

[NZsarge]

Hi all.
Is there a ride on this Friday?

I should think so given decent weather, unfortunately from what i've seen it's no looking the great but it's early days yet..

[Meanie]

Yep, unless the weather is crap, meet at the Ashhurst Inn (just down the road a little from the Mobil ) at 6.00, if you want a coffee, then come a little earlier

[Mrs Cowboyz]

let me know if ya planning on meeting back there....might pop down for a drink!

[Meanie]

let me know if ya planning on meeting back there....might pop down for a drink!

Can do................

[Flynn]

Can do................

Same here, can't ride, works in the way.

[road king]

im planing on being there, missed out on the last few:(

weather should be fine (http://www.metservice.co.nz/towns-cities/palmerston-north) by tomorrow arvo:2thumbsup

[yod]

Oh I dunno?:whistle:

dirty ol' GPz600 if I'm not mistaken?

[NZsarge]

dirty ol' GPz600 if I'm not mistaken?

Pretty mint condition too... well not so much, 'bout time you FNRed man.

[Meanie]

dirty ol' GPz600 if I'm not mistaken?

Who are you......................

[yod]

'bout time you FNRed man.
correct, you'd better show up then, hadn't ya

might convince the V8 one to come along too


Who are you......................
boo.......

[SuperSonic]

So who's coming along tonight then? Any one an idea for the pootle?

[gizmo]

I'll be there. Just finnished a week on call and got my trade exam results so could do with a ride and a beer.
:woohoo::yes::yes::woohoo:

[cowboyz]

ill be at work. hmmppph!

[road king]

So who's coming along tonight then? Any one an idea for the pootle?

I am, im clueless as to where we are pootling to though, ill just follow the fellow in front of me

[cowboyz]

thats the way its done!

[Meanie]

Ill be there as well, Guess well think of somewhere to go
Apiti Loop maybe ??? finish in Fielding at Murrays bar, unless someone else has a better suggestion

[Flynn]

unless someone else has a better suggestion

Yip, Home to have bacon, eggs and home made chips with my wife:love::love:






Yes, I know sweet talking, so I can go in a 2000km ride.:whistle::woohoo:

[banditrider]

The mintiest of mint rides!

[NZsarge]

So who's coming along tonight then? Any one an idea for the pootle?
We were there, where were you dude?

I'll be there. Just finnished a week on call and got my trade exam results so could do with a ride and a beer.
:woohoo::yes::yes::woohoo:
Nice to see you there.

Yip, Home to have bacon, eggs and home made chips with my wife:love::love:
Yes, I know sweet talking, so I can go in a 2000km ride.:whistle::woohoo:
Good luck with that, I'm sure she'll be fine with it..
Good turn out tonight and a nice ride too, great to see Yod out on a FNR too, nice one people.

[gizmo]

Nice to be able to put more names to faces.:yes:
Real nice evening for a ride, and some good roads.:innocent:

[Owl]

Yep, all mint apart from the Kamikaze bird.........................ouch.

Nice blat through the Gorge too! Cheers all.:D

[SuperSonic]

We were there, where were you dude?

Nice to see you there.

Good turn out tonight and a nice ride too, great to see Yod out on a FNR too, nice one people.

Mate was there before the scheduled time of leave been 6.30pm NOT the 6.20pm you guys left:blink::shit:. I missed ya by like 1-2min, Meanie informs me ya left at 6.20pm. So I went up the Apaiti loop, had a ball:Punk:(all be by myself be a cool looking loner), <_<great road and it took 55 min from pub to pub (beens Murrays in feilding).
So anyway after a few texts to find all I went home for a beer and some wife time:love: Nite all:niceone:

[SuperSonic]

Yep, all mint apart from the Kamikaze bird.........................ouch.

Nice blat through the Gorge too! Cheers all.:D

Oh man is that the YODS bike I see???? Ya mean I missed the YODS only FNR for the year and CJ too now that sucks!, Bugger!:doh: