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Dafe
9th December 2007, 06:35
It's been a while since I've gotten out and ridden with many of the good Welly folk. I've barely done any riding in the past year - since previous tragic events.
I guess I've had a major change in my outlook on motorcycles. I've really come to dislike the whole speed thing. But I can't deny that I still love the feel of cruising with the V-Twin harmony.

One thing I love about motorcycles - Is the bling factor. I miss being able to do a wee change here or there. Just milling around the workshop at home is quality time.

So I've decided it's time to get back into abit of riding. The occassional TCWNR and weekend cafe cruise around the welly bays will go down a treat.

Once again, Peter McDonald (WMCC) aka "Crasherfromwayback" has gone the extra mile and I have to thank him sincerely for my return to biking. I can't believe how good the Welly Motorcycles crew is. I had great support and assistance from Peter, Hamish, Helmut and Andre. It's no wonder I've made my fourth purchase in a row from Wellington Motorcycles.

I'm now the proud owner of a 2006 Harley 883R Sportster.
I love the sound of these machines, the comfort of the ride position and the classic racing look. A truely awesome cafe racing machine!
Truth be known, I was saving to buy a Harley Streetrod but I fell in love with the Sportster on the way and the price comparison is just the icing on the cake. Not to mention the amazing assortment of aftermarket bling available.

Don't expect to see me wearing tassles, patches or a beard.
I've never liked conforming to traditional appearances. A draggin jean, sporty jacket and full face modern helmet will always be my first choice.

Once again a great Big thanks to Wellington Motorcycles and in particular Pete McDonald. Look forward to seeing you fellow KB'ers out on the road in the near future.

I just can't wait to unleash the classic beast on those long winding South Island roads......

jrandom
9th December 2007, 06:43
A lovely choice, Dafe! I remember following you on your SV down pie cock years ago, will have to pop down and see how you go on the HD.

:niceone:

Now. Photos?

Virago
9th December 2007, 06:54
Welcome to the dark side...!

Mutley (Mrs V) is eyeing up the Nightster, for when she gets off her restricted...

Looking forward to seeing some photos...:Punk:

Bonez
9th December 2007, 07:14
Where's the pics man!:niceone:

Dafe
9th December 2007, 07:24
I don't have pics taken of the bike yet but incase you're wondering what it looks like. See here.

DMNTD
9th December 2007, 07:35
Nothing like that new bike smell eh mate :clap:
Any mod's/personalisations in the near future?

Dafe
9th December 2007, 07:45
Nothing like that new bike smell eh mate :clap:
Any mod's/personalisations in the near future?

For sure - Up front will be the Sissy Bar, An aftermarket derby cover and the Screaming Eagle Airbox.
I'm also getting the first stage of the pipe drilled out.

In the near future, I really want to add the tacho with a visor, braided brake lines and a few minor things like gas cap, yoke cap etc.

I'll wait to see what the pipes are like and learn abit more about various pipes before deciding whether to do them. Screaming Eagle pipes would be nice....

sinned
9th December 2007, 08:04
Great to see you back. When can I see it?

RantyDave
9th December 2007, 08:34
Welcome back, man. So, what happened to the SVthou?

Dave

Dafe
9th December 2007, 10:32
Great to see you back. When can I see it?

Not sure if I'll make TCWNR this week. But I'll be out and about from next weekend.

Dafe
9th December 2007, 10:35
Welcome back, man. So, what happened to the SVthou?

Dave


It's still in my garage. It's been sitting there for the last 6 months, waiting for my bro-in-law to get his full. He sits it tomorrow. so thankfully, my garage shouldn't go a night without a resident beast.

Scouse
9th December 2007, 10:38
Good choice Dafe I also like the Street Rod but they no longer make it so the night rod is my next choice.

kiwifruit
9th December 2007, 10:41
Very nice :)

Headbanger
10th December 2007, 22:11
draggin jean, sporty jacket and full face modern helmet will always be my first choice.


And I thought I was the only one.....

Omega1
11th December 2007, 07:46
Welcome Dafe to he Harley world, despite the crap you recieve here for riding one they are alot of fun, nice lookin sporty too.

vifferman
11th December 2007, 07:56
Congratulations, Dafe! Nice looking bike! :niceone:

chanceyy
11th December 2007, 08:04
Congrats Dafe .. nice choice of bike too :yes:

sels1
11th December 2007, 08:06
Welcome back to two wheels Dafe. Know what you're saying about being more cruisier. See you on the TCWNR sometime.