Adventure ho!!

[Badger8]

My only question--Is there such a thing as an Innapropriate bike?
at 16 I was touring rhe NI on a honda CB100--80km/h flat out

Sounds like the perfect bike for this caper! :2thumbsup

[fireball]

So will i need to bring my car up or dose somebody have a van with a tow ball? I can bring my car, i will need a trailer for broken bikes tho, and it will be slow, car only a 1.6, how appropriate lol

at this stage i have had 2 offers to drive tail end, i would rather have someone on board with mechanical skills as i would rather all bikes get there and back not just thrown onto a trailer its all about over coming adversary as it happens, ya know an adventure?

also BigDog you are right at Outward Bound there is no hand holding, they break you then rebuild you into a better person using the outdoors and challenge as tools for shaping you into a better person.
if you want to know more go visit www.outwardbound.co.nz (http://www.outwardbound.co.nz)
all you need to know is there!!

[FROSTY]

maybee the van weith my tolbox in it

[fireball]

My only question--Is there such a thing as an Innapropriate bike?
at 16 I was touring rhe NI on a honda CB100--80km/h flat out

you are my new god!:2thumbsup
RESPECT

[Big Dog]

Do you know what was in my PM to fireball?

No it was private.
Hence pm = Private Message.

[Big Dog]

My only question--Is there such a thing as an Innapropriate bike?
at 16 I was touring rhe NI on a honda CB100--80km/h flat out

Purely for simplicity...

We don't all remember when the cc limitation was what you could kickstart.:Pokey:

Besides have you seen how inappropriate my scooter is with me aboard?

[Big Dog]

you are my new god!:2thumbsup
RESPECT
+1, my first bike was a cb100. Definitley better than the scooter but still respect where respect is due.

[FROSTY]

oyy --enuff of that. I loved that lil bike.
funny how life comes full circle.It would be cool to tour on one of them again

[Badger8]

oyy --enuff of that. I loved that lil bike.
funny how life comes full circle.It would be cool to tour on one of them again

Hence this caper i suspect :)

[fireball]

oyy --enuff of that. I loved that lil bike.
funny how life comes full circle.It would be cool to tour on one of them again

on yer bike than frosty.... find one and paint it pink maybe? :dodge:

[Big Dog]

oyy --enuff of that. I loved that lil bike.
funny how life comes full circle.It would be cool to tour on one of them again

Totally the point.

Any bike can be fun with the right attitude, manhood is not measured in cc's.

[Gubb]

Hey Frosty, reckon you might be up having a quick squiz at me new toy when I finally get it up here, maybe you can give it a bit of a onceover, beers supplied of course.

[Nagash]

Heathens! Who dares bad mouth the journey! Hah, worries about injuries and what nots are fair enough (fatalities is just plain bad voodoo..) But I would trust my safety with a few of the people on this trip. But mostly with myself, it's all about self-preservation..


On the accomodation front i'm pulling up a big fit.. err.. nothing. Don't know anybody up north unfortunately but i'll call around for a friend of a friend thing that New Zealand does so well at.

Fireball, you got any design submissions yet? I'm no artist but I know a fair few people who are. Infact, a mate of mine drew me up a little something a while ago which I think fits this occasion quite well. It was titled 'Gambling Insanity' and I have plans on get it tattoo'd across my back. Take a look, bad scan quality but what yah gonna do..

[fireball]

that is a little too intense for the purpose i think

but that would make a really cool tat!

[Gubb]

BD, i've always wondered what your avatar is.

Is it a jet-engined shoe?

[Badger8]

BD, i've always wondered what your avatar is.

Is it a jet-engined shoe?

Jet powered snail i believe...

[Gubb]

Jet powered snail i believe...

Really? Looks like a boot to me.

[Nagash]

Ah wow, it is a jet powered snail :third: I had absolutely no clue what it was, all sort of a blur really..

Haven't made any progress on the greater scheme of things CC but I've started saving me monies :D

[Ixion]

My only question--Is there such a thing as an Innapropriate bike?
at 16 I was touring rhe NI on a honda CB100--80km/h flat out

Wot 'e said.

I think you guys are making too big a deal of this. Trip like this is no different on a small bike to a big one . Y' get on. Start up, take a squizz at the sun to figure out which way is north and off y'go . Regardless of cc . Just takes longer on a little bike

All this talk about mental challenge, and breakdowns and injuries.Meh, no more likely than any other ride.

About the only inappropriate bike I could think of is a big crusier, or an MV . Cos of the gravel.

It's just a ride north on little bikes. The only challenge is boredom. But there are compensations for that.

[deanohit]

It's just a ride north on little bikes. The only challenge is boredom. But there are compensations for that.
Wot 'e said!

Love MP3 players. All your favorite music as you ride. :headbang:

[Gubb]

The challenge with me will be hanging on to all the pieces that fall off the bike.

[deanohit]

Now I'm seeing if I can make a rig for a sidecar on my little heap! :lol:

Need somewhere to stash my gears! :lol:
May need bore the engine right out to 200 for this rig! :2thumbsup

[Choco]

Awww, why did I have to find this NOW?
I would be keen to join you guys on the ol' GN, but it doesnt fit the requirements and I have no money ATM :weep:
BUGGER! :crybaby:
Keen for next time though! (I might have a job again by then)

[gijoe1313]

Awww, why did I have to find this NOW?
I would be keen to join you guys on the ol' GN, but it doesnt fit the requirements and I have no money ATM :weep:
BUGGER! :crybaby:
Keen for next time though! (I might have a job again by then)

Well it ain't till a few more months away! And if you PM Big Dog, I think mebbe the mighty Ginny may qualifies anyhows! :msn-wink:

[Choco]

Well it ain't till a few more months away! And if you PM Big Dog, I think mebbe the mighty Ginny may qualifies anyhows! :msn-wink:

What, put the carb out so it cant reach 100km/hr? :P

[gijoe1313]

What, put the carb out so it cant reach 100km/hr? :P

We all know you have to be going downhill, flat on the tank with a tailwind to do that 100km/hr :devil2: :msn-wink:

[Choco]

We all know you have to be going downhill, flat on the tank with a tailwind to do that 100km/hr :devil2: :msn-wink:

:weep:


:Oi: I've got mine to 120 thank you very much! (down hill, tail wind.:pinch:) its the up-hill thats the problem!

[gijoe1313]

:weep:


:Oi: I've got mine to 120 thank you very much! (down hill, tail wind.:pinch:) its the up-hill thats the problem!

What about flat on the tank? That'll be 125-130 then innit? :scratch:

[Choco]

What about flat on the tank? That'll be 125-130 then innit? :scratch:

I was sitting on the pillion seat with my chin on the handlebars :lol: (I was also about 500 RMP off the redline too!)

[Big Dog]

I was sitting on the pillion seat with my chin on the handlebars :lol: (I was also about 500 RMP off the redline too!)

As stated in first post:bash:: PM Myself and Fireball to apply to bring bigger bikes.
Did you hear that?:gob:
The sound of a pin drop as it sinks in that someone just called a GN a bigger bike.:crazy:

It has been acknowledged that some students etc will not be able to buy a bike exclusive to the challenge and where it would not defeat the purpose of the challenge (to show that all bikes can be fun regardless of size) exemptions will be given.:yes:

If funding for the trip is required get some personal sponsors, parents are good when they see you out doing something constructive such as fund raising. :scooter:

[Big Dog]

Just floating an idea here, but why not seek sponsors for individual bikes.
sponsor can put whatever signwriting they are willing to pay for on the bikes in exchange for a donation to the cause.

Discuss.

[EJK]

Really? Looks like a boot to me.

It looks like a log of wood

oh, there is wood

[LilSel]

If anybody wants their own brand new high vis vest (transit approved for highway use day/night, to nz & aus standards etc etc) I can help out at $15 a pop... These are not cheapie ones either. Flick me a PM if you are interested. Closer to the time is fine or if you'd like one now, no worries. :niceone:
Sizes on hand are M-2XL (if other sizes req I can get these also)

pants avail too... navy with reflective strips by ankles, waterproof $90 (not as a substitute for approriate riding gear but to go over riding pants)

[breakaway]

Can someone plese modify the main post to include a link to the calendar event? I can't be bothered going through 11 pages to find the date out.

[fireball]

Can someone plese modify the main post to include a link to the calendar event? I can't be bothered going through 11 pages to find the date out.

i believe it is all done now.....

[Gubb]

Hows the progress on the mini-chopper coming along?

[Choco]

As stated in first post:bash:: PM Myself and Fireball to apply to bring bigger bikes.
Did you hear that?:gob:
The sound of a pin drop as it sinks in that someone just called a GN a bigger bike.:crazy:

It has been acknowledged that some students etc will not be able to buy a bike exclusive to the challenge and where it would not defeat the purpose of the challenge (to show that all bikes can be fun regardless of size) exemptions will be given.:yes:

If funding for the trip is required get some personal sponsors, parents are good when they see you out doing something constructive such as fund raising. :scooter:

The awesomeness of this event must have made me forget :sweatdrop
I'm keen, but I would need to know a bit more before I signed my life away (costs, route etc.).

[Gubb]

The Planned route is a few pages back, posted by Ixion.

Costs are pretty much up to you, you contribute a small amount for shared food/lodgings, and whatever you can to donate for the cause.

Read the whole thread though, it's good reading.

[Badger8]

Just floating an idea here, but why not seek sponsors for individual bikes.
sponsor can put whatever signwriting they are willing to pay for on the bikes in exchange for a donation to the cause.

Discuss.

Grand idea, but i will have to make room around the flag and the three signs i already have planned...

"EAT PIES"
"DRINK BEER"
"SMOKE"

:whistle: :rofl:
i apologise to those who havent seen "the devil dared me to" and dont get that joke... Actually, no i dont, go rent it you silly sods! right now i say!

[Badger8]

The awesomeness of this event must have made me forget :sweatdrop
I'm keen, but I would need to know a bit more before I signed my life away (costs, route etc.).

The brief #162 (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1445654&postcount=162)

The proposed route #136 (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1445443&postcount=136)

GN Riders, hardcore to the... ummm... core.. :niceone:

[Choco]

GN Riders, hardcore to the... ummm... core.. :niceone:

SOMEONE has to do it on a GN of some kind :rockon:
What about if I promise I wont use 5th gear, thats a top speed of about 80km/hr. :D

[fireball]

Hows the progress on the mini-chopper coming along?

still looking...and have a few contenders!!

but my main concern atm is getting rawberry back on the road... should be within the next 2 weeks :niceone:

[Gubb]

What about if I promise I wont use 5th gear, thats a top speed of about 80km/hr. :D

I think that is the perfect compromise.

[Nagash]

SOMEONE has to do it on a GN of some kind :rockon:
What about if I promise I wont use 5th gear, thats a top speed of about 80km/hr. :D

Haha, i'll be maxing out at 55 so you'll be alright :msn-wink:

[Badger8]

SOMEONE has to do it on a GN of some kind :rockon:
What about if I promise I wont use 5th gear, thats a top speed of about 80km/hr. :D

What? i wasnt kidding, i'm hoping to do it on mine! :D
i think 4th gear sounds lik a good compromise :niceone:

[Choco]

What? i wasnt kidding, i'm hoping to do it on mine! :D
i think 4th gear sounds lik a good compromise :niceone:

and with the lower gear we wouldn't need to rev the hell out of it, hello 30KM/L :2thumbsup

[Badger8]

and with the lower gear we wouldn't need to rev the hell out of it, hello 30KM/L :2thumbsup

Yeah, ringin the tits off it around town doesn't give me 30 k's per litre... anyone got any ideas why? :whistle:

[Big Dog]

It looks like a log of wood

oh, there is wood

Oh yes there is wood, there is always wood.

Not sure you should be looking at my wood though...

[Big Dog]

The awesomeness of this event must have made me forget :sweatdrop
I'm keen, but I would need to know a bit more before I signed my life away (costs, route etc.).

So would we.
There is still some planning to be done, re how we will manage sponsorships etc.


Have your say in where we should stay and what an appropriate cost is now.

[Big Dog]

SOMEONE has to do it on a GN of some kind :rockon:
What about if I promise I wont use 5th gear, thats a top speed of about 80km/hr. :D

Why don't you stop asking in the thread and state your case in a pm?

[Big Dog]

Fireball, can you please add a link to this thread in your calendar event?
Adding registration buttons may help also as far as getting a real idea of who wants to come as opposed to the poll.

[fireball]

Fireball, can you please add a link to this thread in your calendar event?
Adding registration buttons may help also as far as getting a real idea of who wants to come as opposed to the poll.

once i work it out i will do! :lol:


was looking at opening a bank account for this to donate into etc etc

[Nagash]

How 'bout you just use my bank account :eek:

it'll be real safe :confused:

[fireball]

ok guys time to start signing up!

check it out....http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=1586

[deanohit]

ok guys time to start signing up!

In with a grin, 6am start though! Guess I'm gonna need a place to crash the night before in Aucks then guys, floor space fine. PM me if you can help.
Edit: All sorted.

[Badger8]

ok guys time to start signing up!


Kewl, someone has already signed me up to save me the effort :)
Got m'self a good little tent on the weekend too, will be good for road trippin. :yes:
Room for two ladies ;) now now dont push, just form an orderly line over there behind Angelina Jolie :2thumbsup

[Gubb]

Kewl, someone has already signed me up to save me the effort :)
Got m'self a good little tent on the weekend too, will be good for road trippin. :yes:
Room for two ladies ;) now now dont push, just form an orderly line over there behind Angelina Jolie :2thumbsup
How about someone that is the size of two ladies?

[Ixion]

You have four boobs ?

[Spyke]

OMG you guys are pinching all the bikes off trademe that i'm looking at getting for a little runnabout! what a sad day when people are saying these fine peices of machinery are rat bikes.

[Badger8]

You have four boobs ?

oh my goodness... i laughed so hard i nearly wet myself. :D

And dont worry Hubba, if you've got 4 boobs you're at the front of the queue ;)

[gijoe1313]

OMG you guys are pinching all the bikes off trademe that i'm looking at getting for a little runnabout! what a sad day when people are saying these fine peices of machinery are rat bikes.

Muwahahah! They are mine! All mine! Mine I say! Minnnneeeeeeeee! :devil2:

There is the bike with the hotdog sidecar, the scooter with the chiller box, the little 50cc german velomoped... the list goes on! Heehee! Hohoho! :innocent: :wacko: :scooter:

[Gubb]

We need to make sure that the Honda Gyro gets bought.

[deanohit]

We need to make sure that the Honda Gyro gets bought.
What a beast!:drool:
And then someone has to ride it up! We could take turns?

[fireball]

What a beast!:drool:
And then someone has to ride it up! We could take turns?

as long as its fitted with a chiller for beers OH I MEAN COKE

[EJK]

Yeah, whos gonna take this?
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=68558

[Nagash]

Man I so badly want that bike.. Wonder if he'll accept a trade for one of my other bikes..

Maybe we should get like 4 or so people together and then see if he's flexible on how much to let it go for, then we can paint it up ourselves and get some wicked decals for it then after the CC challenge.. err.. drive it off a cliff?

[Qkchk]

....... then after the CC challenge.. err.. drive it off a cliff?

Knew a guy once that rode his Honda 100cc off a wharf...........Maybe you could hold a Birdman challenge afterwards?

[deanohit]

. err.. drive it off a cliff?
What?!
Surely we can be more creative than that!
Plus you could get in trouble with the cops for that sort of thing.
I reckon you should hang onto it, look for a 500+ cc single, install it in the chiller, chain drive to the rear axle, NOS, some wheelie bars, then off to town to scare the boy racers! :headbang:

[gijoe1313]

What?!
Surely we can be more creative than that!
Plus you could get in trouble with the cops for that sort of thing.
I reckon you should hang onto it, look for a 500+ cc single, install it in the chiller, chain drive to the rear axle, NOS, some wheelie bars, then off to town to scare the boy racers! :headbang:

That is madness! I like it! I like it a lot sir! Yes, I like the cut of your jib sirrah!

Now, we all need to pitch in some squiddies and buy the merk'n thing outright! Hoist jolly roger flags on it and go "arrrrrr!" a lot! :stoogie:

[fireball]

you are all bloody nuts:clap:

i like it!

[Gubb]

I'll contribute $50 if I can have a ride.

[deanohit]

That is madness!

This is madness? This is a Hondaaaaaaaaaa! :stoogie:

So of course it needs something to make it stand out from the rest!

Oh wait, it already doe's! :lol:

[gijoe1313]

I'll contribute $50 if I can have a ride.

So ... we are up to $100 on the mad gyro o'doomy doom doom! More takers needed!

[deanohit]

So ... we are up to $100 on the mad gyro o'doomy doom doom! More takers needed!

I'm down for $50 then, something like this beast doesn't come along every day!

[Gubb]

We'd all need to have a massive night on the turps where we can put on a BBQ and all paint the thing up.

:niceone:

[gijoe1313]

We'd all need to have a massive night on the turps where we can put on a BBQ and all paint the thing up.

:niceone:

Just stick our hands in paint and do a handpaint jobby! Or ... something in shocking pink ...

[deanohit]

Or ... something in shocking pink ...

The pink Pig!
I bet it handles like one!

[Gubb]

Paint a massive 'Death or Glory' patch on the back, and flames down the side.

There would be some awesome photo ops in full leathers. $10 to the first person to get their knee down.

[gijoe1313]

The pink Pig!
I bet it handles like one!

And put wings on it ....

[Nagash]

I'm in for $50.

Would be mean keen for something like that! Like the pig idea, give it eyes and a tail what not :D

He shall be named squishy and he shall be ours, he shall be our squishy.

[gijoe1313]

I'm in for $50.

Would be mean keen for something like that! Like the pig idea, give it eyes and a tail what not :D

He shall be named squishy and he shall be ours, he shall be our squishy.

Heehee, $150 now!

[Gubb]

I'll contribute $50 if I can have a ride.


So ... we are up to $100 on the mad gyro o'doomy doom doom! More takers needed!


I'm down for $50 then, something like this beast doesn't come along every day!


I'm in for $50.

Would be mean keen for something like that! Like the pig idea, give it eyes and a tail what not :D

He shall be named squishy and he shall be ours, he shall be our squishy.

$200 by my count. C'mon people!

[Gubb]

Pic 1 - Just put pedals on it! - $500 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-142890447.htm?key=899875).
Pic 2 - Fireball - $1000 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-142703615.htm?key=898647).
Pic 3 - Looks like a pretty sweet bike actually - $500 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-142808982.htm?key=901207).
Pic 4 - Look at that front tyre width! - $550 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-143374562.htm?key=901207).
Pic 5 - Another tidy example - $900 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-143648498.htm?key=901207).
Pic 6 - It's Yellow. YELLOW! - $370 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-143062750.htm?key=901207).

Come on people, i've just done the leg work for you! This is going to be amazing!

[Weaver]

That fifth one is a fucken steal. It looks so tidy. If I didn't already have an old bike (and some money) then i'd so buy that.
Couldn't even rebiuld one up to that standard for that price.

[kevfromcoro]

you cunts are mad...can i come too.havent read all the thread ,,but it looks like you are going to ride small bikes up north.sounds like fun.
if its during the week.might tag along ,,,on a 50cc scooter.
where are u staying at night? and what do need to bring.
cheers KEV

[Spyke]

Well i'm going for the 5th one, This'll be the best first bike (plus dad said he'd have to pitch in so he could ride it). I don't know if i'll be able to come as i live to far down and i'm a tad young.

[Gubb]

you cunts are mad...can i come too.havent read all the thread ,,but it looks like you are going to ride small bikes up north.sounds like fun.
if its during the week.might tag along ,,,on a 50cc scooter.
where are u staying at night? and what do need to bring.
cheers KEV

Departing on a Friday, returning Sunday, accommodation is still being worked out. The more, the merrier.


Well i'm going for the 5th one, This'll be the best first bike (plus dad said he'd have to pitch in so he could ride it). I don't know if i'll be able to come as i live to far down and i'm a tad young.

There's possibly one more coming up from Napier, and you can crash at my place before the ride. You're never too young!

[deanohit]

you cunts are mad...can i come too.havent read all the thread ,,but it looks like you are going to ride small bikes up north.sounds like fun.
if its during the week.might tag along ,,,on a 50cc scooter.
where are u staying at night? and what do need to bring.
cheers KEV

Yep, come along mate, just bring a keg of your homebrew for the :drinknsin
Heres the breif: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1445654&postcount=162
Heres Ixions proposed route:http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1445443&postcount=136
And if your keen, sign up through the link in this post:http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1459553&postcount=304

[kevfromcoro]

bugga...got to work weekends.....
would of been fun...

[gijoe1313]

Tomorrow I fly down to Palmy and picking up my ride! I will be meandering my way back up to Aucks at a sedate pace and taking piccies along the way! Road trip :woohoo:

:sweatdrop will be funny to see the looks on the plane I will get wearing my biking clobber! :devil2:

[deanohit]

:sweatdrop will be funny to see the looks on the plane I will get wearing my biking clobber! :devil2:
Going lightweight-no extras then? :2thumbsup
Hope you have a great ride back up mate!

[Gubb]

Good luck Joe, can't wait for the write up, and the bike's new name.....

[fireball]

i have yet to put a final say on the bike that i have got, that was an idea only
going to keep looking

[Choco]

I have a strong belief that I have an assessment at school near/on the friday :shit:
So at the moment I'm out, but I'l be looking into it to make sure. :crybaby:
Bugger!

[gijoe1313]

Well! What a day it has been! :eek: Rode the little A100 for a while, its name shall be "Pippi" ... and the poor little thing chewed through the oil and came to a halt just outside of Taupo!

Many thanks to Meekey_Mouse and her brother for putting Pippi up for the night! And the guy in the van who is a biker who rides a Ducati 916 giving us a lift there!

Ixion's practical knowledge of things two-stroke always has me like a student realising things for the first time :pinch: I'm a plonker of a two-stroke owner at times!

Maverick for giving me the magic carpet treatment on the SV back to homebase, smooth riding and a great experience being pillioned!

Donor for his usual quips and fromage frais, nice to see the Intruder being let out for a long stretch!

Sprag for being the party pill popper and taking too many HTFU pills to count! Wheedling free water from the BP girls was classy!

Meeky for her patience in putting up with smelly, dirty and noisy bikers from up that way!

And as for me? Just the same old same old, actually ... this was one of the most awesome biking days I've ever had! :woohoo: :rockon:

Good practice for the main event (and this time, I shall be prepared, for knowing is half the battle! :msn-wink:)

[Gubb]

Gutted, hope the bike only has minor issues, gonna get mine next weekend, and expect some pics soon.

[Ixion]

It's a two stroke, it's what they do. Is why we loves them :love:

Shouldn't be major, emery cloth is your friend. 'Course you CAN do it the proper way if you insist. Couple of hours work should see it right. I've done it at the roadside before today.

Expect the CC ride itself ot be a succession of such incidents.

[Donor]

Expect the CC ride itself ot be a successipon of such incidents.

My recovery rates are extremely expensive...

...but I do promise not to laugh until after I have dropped the victim home... :devil2:

[Jeaves]

why have i just noticed this thread? :mellow:

If I can find something in time im in !

[Donor]

Being the lazy yet double hard bastard I am, I haven't read the entire thread.

However, pop it on record that I will make myself available the weekend of this event, to hook up a rental trailer and play recovery vehicle for anyone unfortunate enough to need a hand.

(Would be responding from home, so would be a bit of a wait...)

Have a station wagon, so can load a good bit of gear on board.

Meah...

...back to being double hard... and a bastard... :angry:

[gijoe1313]

CCCP ... Cape Caper Challenge Pippi is go!

I will be riding her plenty to ensure that all is well n'good for the adventure ahead!

Guess I need to find a red wig with pony tails and call me LongStocking!

13670 was on the clock... is now on 14093! :doh:

He puts the two-stroke oil in the hole.... if he had done that, then I could easily have pootled the rest of the way up! (I guess Pippi got the pip with me! :o ... sorry 'bout that girl!)

[Badger8]

He puts the two-stroke oil in the hole.... if he had done that, then I could easily have pootled the rest of the way up! (I guess Pippi got the pip with me! :o ... sorry 'bout that girl!)

... or it gets the hose again!

oh come on, had to be done


At least you've learned a vital difference between two-smokers 'n self-lubers early on! :niceone:

and if it's been said once, it's been said a thousand times.


PICS!!! :D

of little Pippi of course, not you in pigtails and a dress... :whistle:

[gijoe1313]

... or it gets the hose again!

oh come on, had to be done


At least you've learned a vital difference between two-smokers 'n self-lubers early on! :niceone:

and if it's been said once, it's been said a thousand times.


PICS!!! :D

of little Pippi of course, not you in pigtails and a dress... :whistle:

I should have known better owning a RZ250 meself! And never doubt my perchance for doing stark raving mad things ... though I daresay even I would be going OTT with a Pippi outfit ... :confused:

[Badger8]

I should have known better owning a RZ250 meself! And never doubt my perchance for doing stark raving mad things ... though I daresay even I would be going OTT with a Pippi outfit ... :confused:

Hrm, i have yet to come up with my stoopid theme / costume for the ride yet... But i have a feeling it will be well OTT for most :D

Anyone know where i can find a pretty pink tutu in 5XL? :whistle:

[Steam]

I'd love to do this, sadly it's impossible for me because I'm so far away, but I'd ride a space-man scooter wrapped in tinfoil and with fins and other sci-fi stuff attached, and i'd have a tinfoil suit and helmet.

[Gubb]

Being the lazy yet double hard bastard I am, I haven't read the entire thread.

However, pop it on record that I will make myself available the weekend of this event, to hook up a rental trailer and play recovery vehicle for anyone unfortunate enough to need a hand.

(Would be responding from home, so would be a bit of a wait...)

Have a station wagon, so can load a good bit of gear on board.

Meah...

...back to being double hard... and a bastard... :angry:

Choice! Don't worry about hiring the trailer, i'll grab one from work.

[gijoe1313]

Choice! Don't worry about hiring the trailer, i'll grab one from work.

And if I can find the dozen or so tie-downs I now seem to own, but can't find ... sorted in that department!

[Nagash]

Oh my.. this is why I dis-like Chinese bike makers. They'll do anything to make a bike look what they think is cool..

Clicky (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-143792588.htm?key=338781)

It's a 50cc 3/4 size cruiser.. what's the point?!

[fireball]

Oh my.. this is why I dis-like Chinese bike makers. They'll do anything to make a bike look what they think is cool..

Clicky (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-143792588.htm?key=338781)

It's a 50cc 3/4 size cruiser.. what's the point?!

you know i would ride it!

[EJK]

Found a perfect fit? :lol:



Uh oh! shes gonna kick my ass! Run away~~!

[Nagash]

Hey guys, bit of a rare oppourtunity.

I need more space in me garage for another bike and I was wondering if anyone's keen to buy my Honda CM 200? It's probably around 1980's, engine's in mint condition aswell as electrics, just a bit of a surface rust which you don't really need to bother about. Needs a Rego and Wof.

I'm willing to chuck it to someone for around $600. Willing to go as low as 500..

Would be perfect for the CC challenge and that's why i'm advertising it on here.

[Ixion]

Needs rego ? Or revinning ?

[Nagash]

Needs rego ? Or revinning ?

That's being worked on at the moment, previous owners are being hassled to find the old license plate. If they can't find it it'll need to be re-vinned. If they can, just re-registered.

Will say to be on the safe side will need to be re-vinned cause I've been hassling these bastards for a couple of months now.

[Gubb]

And if I can find the dozen or so tie-downs I now seem to own, but can't find ... sorted in that department!
Reckon I could borrow 3 of 'em for Saturday?

[deanohit]

Oh my.. this is why I dis-like Chinese bike makers. They'll do anything to make a bike look what they think is cool..

Clicky (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-143792588.htm?key=338781)

It's a 50cc 3/4 size cruiser.. what's the point?!

Dude, that thing looks awesome, thats a scooter with style! Just needs some tassels! :2thumbsup

[gijoe1313]

Reckon I could borrow 3 of 'em for Saturday?

PM sent .. wish I had another bike to pick up :lol:

But I think I already did my good deed when on the way up, I helped a stranded farmer on his Quad bike (dropped him and the bike off to his place) and gave a biker some more gasgas after he ran out! :lol:

[Badger8]

Oh my.. this is why I dis-like Chinese bike makers. They'll do anything to make a bike look what they think is cool..

Clicky (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-143792588.htm?key=338781)

It's a 50cc 3/4 size cruiser.. what's the point?!

Dude, that thing is BITCHIN!!!! :2thumbsup

I would SO ride that if it weren't for the fact it wouldn't handle me + gear without snapping like a twig :laugh:

I'm sure we can fit a bigger engine in there, lots of space in the frame ;)

[Gubb]

Dude, that thing is BITCHIN!!!! :2thumbsup

I would SO ride that if it weren't for the fact it wouldn't handle me + gear without snapping like a twig :laugh:

I'm sure we can fit a bigger engine in there, lots of space in the frame ;)
We do have a support vehicle to carry excess gear.

[Badger8]

We do have a support vehicle to carry excess gear.

it was a polite way of saying i'd broke it if i sat on it :bleh:
i'm way too tall for something like that anyways, too damn tall for my full sized bike as it is!
and having the trail car carry gear defeats the purpose for me :)

[Gubb]

it was a polite way of saying i'd broke it if i sat on it :bleh:
i'm way too tall for something like that anyways, too damn tall for my full sized bike as it is!
and having the trail car carry gear defeats the purpose for me :)

Bet I can out-fat you any day of the week. I should be on a Harley. :jerry:

[Badger8]

Bet I can out-fat you any day of the week. I should be on a Harley. :jerry:

Careful... i might take that as a challenge and eat you y'know...coz I ET A BEBE!!!!!! :lol:
there's just no way to type a scottish accent...

and if i could find a harley that fit the spec's, i'd SO be on it :2thumbsup

[Big Dog]

There may soon be a bike available free to a good home that would suit the purpose.
Needs reg wof and some bits and pieces tidied up.

If you want to "Win a free bike to fix up for the challenge" you need to pm me with the reason you should get a free bike.

Should it actually become available as expected this bike will be gifted to the person with the best reason. Judging is final and may relate to suitability of reason and not relate to actual need.

[EJK]

Oh my.. this is why I dis-like Chinese bike makers. They'll do anything to make a bike look what they think is cool..

Clicky (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-143792588.htm?key=338781)

It's a 50cc 3/4 size cruiser.. what's the point?!

By any chance, has it been on Pimp My Ride? :Punk:

P.S. Any thoughts of burnout or any other entertainment after the whole ride? (A celebration of conquering the CC Challenge?)

[deanohit]

P.S. Any thoughts of burnout or any other entertainment after the whole ride? (A celebration of conquering the CC Challenge?)
EJ, if you really want to do a stunt show, just say it man! :bleh:

[gijoe1313]

EJ, if you really want to do a stunt show, just say it man! :bleh:

I think the ride itself will be one long entertaining episode... cue Benny Hill music, I for one will be trying to rig up a speaker system to blast music of "Ride of the Valkyries" and "The Goodies" from Pippi!

Hmmm wonder if I can find Pippi Longstocking Theme song also :innocent:

I'll be thinking of a themed riding outfit to go also!

[EJK]

I bet A100 can do a burnout! :devil2:

[Big Dog]

I bet A100 can do a burnout! :devil2:

The honda contemporary, the cb100 can do wheelies and stoppies. Not recommended though, just a thought I would share the learned experience of 16 years ago.:2thumbsup

[Gubb]

I imagine with most of my weight over the rear wheel of the 125, i'll be pulling unintentional wheelies everywhere.

:gob:

[Badger8]

I imagine with most of my weight over the rear wheel of the 125, i'll be pulling unintentional wheelies everywhere.

:gob:

Yes... Unintentional... Honest officer :Police: :whistle:

[gijoe1313]

Wheelies are neither big nor clever :oi-grr:

Thats why I lift the front of my bike when I am stopped at the lights! :eek:

Gets the strangest looks and some laughs from the cagers around! I've even done the "lift bike front up, duck walk around" trick on it!

[Badger8]

Wheelies are neither big nor clever :oi-grr:

Thats why I lift the front of my bike when I am stopped at the lights! :eek:

Gets the strangest looks and some laughs from the cagers around! I've even done the "lift bike front up, duck walk around" trick on it!

Ah, but i am both big AND clever :bleh:
Not when pulling a wheelie, just in general :laugh:

[Gubb]

Buy this. NOW (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-143669985.htm?key=1101242).

Only $500. HURRY IT WON'T LAST!

<img src="http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/65/61723965_full.jpg></img>

1960. Jawa. 175cc. 2 Stroke.

[Candle]

hell yea il take the bike been looking for something to race gubba on for awhile it'l be the drags for us yea ha im keen for that and besides its about the same as my gp125 so my kinda bike and they do do stoppies and wheelies i have experienced 1st hand

[fireball]

Ah, but i am both big AND clever :bleh:
Not when pulling a wheelie, just in general :laugh:

yeah but you come second when matched next to me sonny:spanking:

[Nagash]

Oh my god! That jawas a bloody beauty! I haven't seen anything like it before.

I want it.. somebody buy my CM 200! Please?

[Candle]

it is a pice of beauty isint it

[Badger8]

yeah but you come second when matched next to me sonny:spanking:

in bigness, cleverness, or both? :shifty: :whistle:

[Ixion]

None of you have ever owned a Jawa , have you?

[Nagash]

None of you have ever owned a Jawa , have you?

No.. is it as awsome as i'm imagining it is?

[Ixion]

Oh, yes, awesome, yes, I guess it is. Mine often made me realise it was full of awe.

[Gubb]

...It just looks So. Fucking. Cool.

[Qkchk]

OK if the accomodation has been sorted out, disregard this:

You have 4 Choices:

1. You could try and get hold of Jonny Rotten (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php?u=6418), he's a KBer who has recently moved up North and lives on the road leading up to the Cape. He may have a big enough lawn to fit you all on....

2. Ninety Mile Top Ten (www.ninetymilebeach.co.nz) - This is who I use when we conduct the Northern Exposure Tour. Nice and handy to Kaitaia - only 20min North of Kaitaia and has cabins starting from $65. Share this with 4 others and you get a cheap place to stay and it sure bets a wet tent. Online Bookings. Resturant/Bar/Showers/Toilets. Have been broken-in to withstand Bikers.

3. Houhora Heads Camping Grounds (http://www.nzcamping.co.nz/camp.php?id=7)- (Also known as Wagener Park) Have cabins and tent sites not sure how much. Similar as Top Ten but not as nice. Showers/Toilets. Only 1 hours ride to the Cape from here.

4. Waitiki Landing Campgrounds (http://www.nzcamping.co.nz/camp.php?id=3) - Not sure how good they are, never stayed. Basic Cabins/Backpackers. Petrol Station (when they have got any petrol - see below warning) /Basic Shop/Showers/Toilet. Only 25kms to the Cape from here. Have Bar/Resturant. Best place to stop for Breakfast before heading up the last 20kms of gravel to the top!


IMPORTANT TIP!
Please make sure Waitiki Landing has petrol in stock as this service station sometimes runs out of petrol! Phone ahead on the day to be sure. Next petrol station is back in Pukenui (Houhora) which is 100kms away. If in doubt fill up at Pukenui - If there is a support wagon, extra fuel wouldnt be a bad idea.....

Any other questions just ask - I know the Far North well (I come from up there aye!)

You never know, I may tag along for a ride - see what happens.

[fireball]

thank you Dawn
that is priceless info and a local knows best!
:banana:

[Big Dog]

Thanks QKCHK, much appreciated information.

Next question, does anyone have a number for Johnny Rotten?

[Gubb]

Righty-o.
Round 3 in the 'Find other people crappy bikes' series.

Pic 1. 3/4 Sized 80cc Scooter. I'm looking at you crashe. $850 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-144355341.htm?key=674513).

Pic 2. Honda 110cc Mini-Chopper. Fireball. $900 ono. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-143884220.htm?key=683263) Honda reliability, insane-soon-to-be road kill styling. Perfect.

Pic 3. AC50 "Maverick". Already Registered, no WOF necessary. $360. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/photos/a-145157409/p-62457202/k-683758.htm)

Pic 4. 49cc Scooter. Completely inappropriate. Also, it's blatantly awesome. $220. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Scooters/photos/a-145436312/p-61048549/k-691502.htm)

Pic 5. I know it;s a little above the $1000, but how sweet is this? (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-143616330.htm?key=683758)

Come on people, we need some more takers.

[deanohit]

Righty-o.
Round 3 on the 'Find other people crappy bikes' series.

Pic 1. 3/4 Sized 80cc Scooter. I'm looking at you crashe. $850 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-144355341.htm?key=674513).
Mean! What a cool mini sport bike! :scooter:

Pic 5. I know it;s a little above the $1000, but how sweet is this? (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-143616330.htm?key=683758)
Woah, love the ape hangers and retro stylin! :rockon:

[gijoe1313]

I would have bought #5 if I still had a cage, put it in the boot so I can always have two wheels to ride! :devil2:

I know, I'm crazy, but I'm coo-coo that way :yes:

[Gubb]

Woah, love the ape hangers and retro stylin! :rockon:

Don't think it qualifies a 'retro' if it was built in 1949.

[Badger8]

Don't think it qualifies a 'retro' if it was built in 1949.

Ultra-Retro :laugh:

[deanohit]

Don't think it qualifies a 'retro' if it was built in 1949.
What ever man, minor detail, it's still freakin cool! :2thumbsup

[Gubb]

Well. I gone and done it now.

Left at 6.30am today to New Plymouth, to pick up the new beastie. Arrived at about 11.30am in New Plymouth. Tried to kickstart the bike, but no no avail, ah well. didn't matter anyway. Handed over the $300, and loaded it on the Trailer, secured with GiJoe's "Mega-Anime-Dragonball Z-Epilepsy-Orange-Tie-Downs" (TM).

Decided the drive back was a bit boring, so we picked up a hitchhiker. Was full of cool old stories, we picked him up from just outside New Plymouth, and his final destination, was two streets over from my house. Weird coincidence.

Got back all good, pushed the bike up the drive, put in sme fresh fuel, and gave it a kick. and another kick, and another, it rolled over, made a few spluttering and farting noises, and wouldn't idle. Spotted an oil leak from one of the exhaust seals. Starts all good, just doesn't stay there.

Will clean out the carby (if I can find where it is) and the fuel tap tomorrow.

Anyone wanna get their hands dirty/offer advice/abuse?

Also, discovered that if you turn on the indicators, the two diagonal bulbs flash, so the left front, and right rear! Awesome! Noone knows where i'm going, i'll fit right into Auckland traffic. Will have a look at the wiring tomorrow.

Anyone else got their bike yet? And I need a name for it.

Maybe "Blue Thunder"!

[fireball]

call it mick..............

[EJK]

Congrats! Your Hyo has a little brother lol

[fireball]

this thread has been going on for awhile now so here is a friendly reminder for all new to the thread here is the proposed details to this event......

ok guys here it is the draft layout of the CC CHALLENGE.....
as this is only a draft your comments are more than welcome and all feedback will be noted and considered for the final ride!

WHAT: CC Challenge

WHY: To raise funds to be donated to the running of this site and a donation to Outward Bound, also as a personal challenge THIS IS NOT A RACE

WHERE: Auckland to the Cape

WHEN: Friday 6th June 2008 due to be back in Auckland on Sunday 8th June 2008

MEET POINT: The bottom carpark (next to the outlet stores) at Westgate shopping center. We will be meeting at 6am SHARP, with a brief before we DEPART at 7am. we dont need typical late bikers.

ENTRY CRITERIA: This is open to anyone who meets the following criteria.
Bike must cost no more than $1000, have a current warrant and reg (or be completely unsuitable to the journey at hand). Your bike MUST be ROAD LEGAL
The bike must have less than 200cc or a flat out top speed of less than 120.
The bike must not be capable of cruising at 100.
If you are unsure if your bike meets the criteria feel free to PM one of the organizers to verify, either BigDog or myself, it will not be discussed in the thread until a ruling has been provided please PM one of us if you are unsure.

ROUTE PLAN: At this stage Ixion's route seems a suitable one, but any suggestions are welcome. a map will be attached once the route has been marked out and finalized so watch for that.

RISKS: As you are all aware this is ENTRY AT YOUR OWN RISK we will be on open roads in all weather conditions, you are responsible for your own safety. ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE the appropriate clothing for the ride and be wearing a HI-VIS vest, this is for your safety. As we are riding in a group there shouldnt be to many issues out there with traffic.
If you have first aid certification please let me know.
also it is a recommendation to carry a first aid kit and a puncture repair kit as we will be on gravel roads.

COST: There will be an entry cost to this event this is yet to be decided on the amount and all funds go into the kitty to be donated, also at this stage we anticipate some costs for food (beers and BBQ) and accommodation for both nights or if there is a friendly biker out there that doesnt mind letting us sleep on your lawn or paddock for a night drop me a line.

SWEEP VAN/TRUCK: We need a volunteer/s to drive behind as a safety car and a sweep vehicle. WE CAN NOT RIDE UNLESS WE HAVE ONE this is also for safety reasons. So drop me a PM if you can provide your service.
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[Badger8]

Well. I gone and done it now.

...

Maybe "Blue Thunder"!

Damn, it's got twin exhausts, MUST be way gruntier than the hyobag! :bleh:
Awesome stuff mate :niceone:

[Kittyhawk]

Damn, it's got twin exhausts, MUST be way gruntier than the hyobag! :bleh:
Awesome stuff mate :niceone:

OI bitch change your god damn signature....its humanuliating

[Badger8]

OI bitch change your god damn signature....its humanuliating

humanuliating? i never realisificationed that wuz inglish? :rofl:

[deanohit]

Damn, it's got twin exhausts, MUST be way gruntier than the hyobag! :bleh:
Awesome stuff mate :niceone:
Hahahaha, jeez thats harsh! :bleh:

Blue Thunder sounds like a cool name! :niceone:

[Gubb]

Single Cylinder. Twin Exhausts. Go Figure, they both work though.

Pulling it to pieces today.

[turtleman]

Hahahaha, jeez thats harsh! :bleh:

Blue Thunder sounds like a cool name! :niceone:

Hmmmm ..... someone else thinks so too:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php?u=8986

[Gubb]

Hmmmm ..... someone else thinks so too:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php?u=8986
Don't go pissing on my parade!

Damn. Now I need a new name.

[Badger8]

Don't go pissing on my parade!

Damn. Now I need a new name.

:Oops: sorry... :o *Zzzzziiiippp* :lol:

Hrm... how about... Blue Betty?
Woah Blue Betty... blam ba lam... :laugh:

[Gubb]

Not bad, i'd just ride around shouting BAM BA LAM!.


"Blue Echo"?

[turtleman]

Not bad, i'd just ride around shouting BAM BA LAM!.


"Blue Echo"?

Blue Lightning
Blue Bandit
??

[Badger8]

:whistle: oooooooooooooo oooooooooohhhhh
Blue Lady......
llaaaaddyy laaadddddyyy....
:whistle::whistle::whistle::whistle::whistle: :D

[Nagash]

I reckon you should name it Captain America!

Suits the wee bike to a tee. Nice find there mate :devil2:

[EJK]

Heres one from me:

Blue Blood :devil2:

:rofl:

[Big Dog]

Anyone else got their bike yet? And I need a name for it.

Maybe "Blue Thunder"!

How about Francesca Stein.
Given the bolts through the neck (tank).

[Gubb]

Ah. Monster names. Cool

"Blue Zombie" since we are bringing it back from the dead?

[gijoe1313]

All good and well to hear! How about a tribute to an oldie but goodie arcade classic .. Ghosts and Goblins!

[deanohit]

Found myself a great store today, got myself a cool pirates flag!

Arrrrrrrrrgh me hearties!

[tommorth]

None of you have ever owned a Jawa , have you?

i have it was possibley the most entertaining bikes ive ever owned and a set of forks that are far to long and shocks from a xl250 wheel stands everywhere
or injenious kickstart/gearleaver that self selects first gear after you start the bike causeing it to take off wilst u re unprepared ,or the wonderful ancient jikov carby
ive got a service manual smwhere for one it got differnt top speeds if you sit up or lay on the tank

im keen as for the cc challenge probly wont be able to sort a bike but can do support got a lwb transit might be able to sort a paddok to camp in kerikeri for nite

[TOTO]

can i use a scooter ?

[Nagash]

I'm using a scooter Tod, it's gonna be hella fun :D

[Gubb]

can i use a scooter ?

Why use a scooter, when you can buy a Jawa!

[TOTO]

Why use a scooter, when you can buy a Jawa!

what is jawa man ?

[Badger8]

what is jawa man ?

look back a couple of pages and be educated in the awesomeness that is the Jawa! :laugh:

[Big Dog]

what is jawa man ?

It is not something that requires monthly updates on your computer.
It is not something you drink on smoko.

[Big Dog]

NEW Note:
Should you be a sponsor of another rider and wish to do the ride on your normal ride that complies with at least one of the rules you may do so.

To qualify as a sponsor you need to find a rider that needs assistance.
Minimum assistance fuel and entrance fee for the rider and yourself.


Discuss.

[TOTO]

NEW Note:
Should you be a sponsor of another rider and wish to do the ride on your normal ride that complies with at least one of the rules you may do so.

To qualify as a sponsor you need to find a rider that needs assistance.
Minimum assistance fuel and entrance fee for the rider and yourself.


Discuss.

I may be keen doin the second option for someone, as I have no space for a second bike (I think).

Question: How much is entrance Fee ???

[Big Dog]

I may be keen doin the second option for someone, as I have no space for a second bike (I think).

Question: How much is entrance Fee ???

Yet to be determined depending on accommodation costs.

Please also discuss what is an appropriate fee?

[TOTO]

Yet to be determined depending on accommodation costs.

Please also discuss what is an appropriate fee?

o so an entry fee would include accomodation ?

If its just for participation something like $30 - $40 bux (shooting in the dark here)

Dunno if it includes accomodation.

[TOTO]

Maybe $100 if accomodation is included. How many night - 2 nights ?

[Big Dog]

Correct 2 nights.
Some beers and a Barbeque each night.

[TOTO]

Correct 2 nights.
Some beers and a Barbeque each night.


$100 is a round number... I like round numbers.

[Badger8]

$100 is a round number... I like round numbers.

i dont... $137.52 :whistle:

[Gubb]

I want more beers than everyone else.

[deanohit]

I want more beers than everyone else.

You'll be paying $137.52 if you want the extra beer then mate! :whistle:

[TOTO]

I'm on the browse for a scooter...:yes:

[gijoe1313]

Whee doggy, a whole passel o'fun! Getting in some extra side covers for Pippi so I can respray them with a jolly roger on them! :devil2: Arrrrr!

[Gubb]

Had a quick chat about this last night.

Anyone interested in a spanner night/BBQ at my place in the next couple of weeks? We can try and convince Ixion to come along and show us some basics, then crack open a few beers and chuck on the Barbie.

Would be good to meet everyone, get a progress report, and have beers.

Lemme know if anyones keen.

[TOTO]

Had a quick chat about this last night.

Anyone interested in a spanner night/BBQ at my place in the next couple of weeks? We can try and convince Ixion to come along and show us some basics, then crack open a few beers and chuck on the Barbie.

Would be good to meet everyone, get a progress report, and have beers.

Lemme know if anyones keen.

Keen as - cant drink alcohol but a lemonade and bikes is a good enough combo :D

[Gubb]

Deal. Meat, Oil, and 7Up it is for Todd then.

[Badger8]

Had a quick chat about this last night.

Anyone interested in a spanner night/BBQ at my place in the next couple of weeks? We can try and convince Ixion to come along and show us some basics, then crack open a few beers and chuck on the Barbie.

Would be good to meet everyone, get a progress report, and have beers.

Lemme know if anyones keen.

Always keen for gettin oily, sinkin beers and searing flesh.
Provided i'm in town at the time i'm in (goin away for a couple of weeks for work)

[Badger8]

I want more beers than everyone else.

We'll just see about that :apint: :drool: :shifty:

[TOTO]

Deal. Meat, Oil, and 7Up it is for Todd then.

Todds' favourite diet :drool:

[Nagash]

Had a quick chat about this last night.

Anyone interested in a spanner night/BBQ at my place in the next couple of weeks? We can try and convince Ixion to come along and show us some basics, then crack open a few beers and chuck on the Barbie.

Would be good to meet everyone, get a progress report, and have beers.

Lemme know if anyones keen.

You know i'm keen mate, won't need to do too much work on my scooter I don't reckon but that's probably just me being hopeful.


And guys, PM Big Dog about that bike he's offering up! It's a wicked oppourtunity and make your case interesting.. discussions of doing nudey run's for it were mentioned..

[turtleman]

You know i'm keen mate, won't need to do too much work on my scooter I don't reckon but that's probably just me being hopeful.


And guys, PM Big Dave about that bike he's offering up! It's a wicked oppourtunity and make your case interesting.. discussions of doing nudey run's for it were mentioned..

That would be Big Dog, not Big Dave :pinch:

[Nagash]

That would be Big Dog, not Big Dave :pinch:

Oh, err.. I knew that. :sweatdrop:shifty:


Cheers mate..

[turtleman]

Oh, err.. I knew that. :sweatdrop:shifty:


Cheers mate..

I knew that you knew that - I just mentioned it in case others didn't know that! :niceone:

:apint:

[Gubb]

Had a wee talk last night, and decided to host a BBQ for all those who are going to be involved.

April 11 or 12, my place is in Glenfield, North Shore, will give you my address via PM if you RSVP to me. Everyone that is planning on doing the ride is welcome along, and hopefully we can convince Ixion to give us a crash course in the crappy bike basics.

Everyone to bring their own Meat/Food/Drinks.

Any suggestions are welcomed.

[zeocen]

I was so close to joining, but the a100 I was prepared to pay stupid money for was withdrawled :(:(:(

[Gubb]

There's plenty more bikes in the uh.... sea?

[Deviant Esq]

What a bloody awesome event! Wish I could come up for it, but wouldn't be able to foot the cost. Otherwise I'd buy myself a likely looking machine and ride it all the way up just to join in! :devil2:

[fireball]

ok guys start signing up......

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1586&day=2008-6-6&c=1

[Big Dog]

ok guys start signing up......

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1586&day=2008-6-6&c=1

Awfully quiet in here.

Does this mean that ride manager fireball has organised accomodation, sweepers, dinner and sponsors?
Or does it mean delegates are looking in to these things?

Me I'm just the clown with the crazy ideas lol

[gijoe1313]

at the sound of the bell, it will be precisely .....

[Gubb]

Pencil in Friday the 11th April for the BBQ. PM me for the address.

[koba]

aint looking good for me but im still kicking around for a shitter.
Would an 83 Vt250 running on one count?!:confused:

[fireball]

Awfully quiet in here.

Does this mean that ride manager fireball has organised accomodation, sweepers, dinner and sponsors?
Or does it mean delegates are looking in to these things?

Me I'm just the clown with the crazy ideas lol

have recieved an email from Outward Bound they would like to know numbers and have offered to be a sweeper and would also like to know in what ways they can assist us.

so come on guys get signed up on the calendar link and throw me some ideas on how you think they can help us to help them plus i need numbers for accomidation

[Nagash]

have recieved an email from Outward Bound they would like to know numbers and have offered to be a sweeper and would also like to know in what ways they can assist us.

so come on guys get signed up on the calendar link and throw me some ideas on how you think they can help us to help them plus i need numbers for accomidation

Tents and recommendations of camp sites perhaps..?

[koba]

Can't commit to being on a list or anything, so if by some miracle I do turn up it may be with a sleeping bag, tent and unofficially!

[Gubb]

Bump Bump Bump.

Only had 4 replies for the address for Friday.

[Badger8]

Bump Bump Bump.

Only had 4 replies for the address for Friday.

I am currently sick as a very sick thing, so might have to skip out on the barbie at this stage. dont wanna infect any more poor unsuspecting souls on a friday night ;)

[gijoe1313]

I am currently sick as a very sick thing, so might have to skip out on the barbie at this stage. dont wanna infect any more poor unsuspecting souls on a friday night ;)

Badgers? We don' need no steenk'n badgers! :msn-wink: I bet you got some hot action lined up for Friday ow! :lol:Too good chur chur!

[Badger8]

Badgers? We don' need no steenk'n badgers! :msn-wink: I bet you got some hot action lined up for Friday ow! :lol:Too good chur chur!

*sigh* if only :weep:
for the first time in.. umm.. ever... i took legitimate sick leave yesterday :shit: i must be damn near dead to do that :bleh:

[EJK]

Hows the preparation guys:

[Gubb]

Bump. 6pm onwards at my place tonight.

Fire up the Barbie at 7ish.

All those thinking of doing the Challenge are welcome. Plus a few randoms.

PM me for details people.

[fireball]

Bump. 6pm onwards at my place tonight.

Fire up the Barbie at 7ish.

All those thinking of doing the Challenge are welcome. Plus a few randoms.

PM me for details people.


LilSel and i may venture out after we pick my sister and her GF up at the train station....... need to entertain the family somehow... :lol:

[Gubb]

Cheers to those that showed up on Friday. Was good to have beers. Didn't do much discussing of the trip, but hey, no problem there.

...I suspect that i'm not going to have the 125 running properly in time for this. June 6 isn't that far away.

Have been so busy lately, anyone have a working bike that they could loan me for the challenge? I'd like to do it properly, but if worst comes to worst, I might have to sponsor someone else to do it.

Maybe a GN250, or something similar, can lend you the Hyo as collateral.

[fireball]

i am also still looking for a bike this finding a chopper thing is turning out to be rather hard for the 110cc looks like i may need a 50cc one for a giggle:pinch:

[The Pastor]

i hope to have the finances to buy a bike in time for this trip. I was thinking mini chopper, but i know the engine cuts out after about 15mins of riding it. If i can find somthing suitable, im in. If i cant i'll see about being the sweep vehical.

[fireball]

only a month and a half to go!

get signed up on the calendar!

[deanohit]

Only 11 signed up? C'mon guys!

[fireball]

i need to have number by the end of the month to work out costs etc the more we have on board the cheaper it will be for everyone

[klingon]

Erm... did you deliberately choose Queen's Birthday weekend for this mission? Because the traffic will be a real pain!

[Badger8]

Erm... did you deliberately choose Queen's Birthday weekend for this mission? Because the traffic will be a real pain!

One word... back roads... (i know it's two, shuddup)
it's not a long weekend we're going on... or is it? i didnt think it was... if it is i wasted my annual leave! :weep:

[klingon]

One word... back roads... (i know it's two, shuddup)
it's not a long weekend we're going on... or is it? i didnt think it was... if it is i wasted my annual leave! :weep:

Ah no! My mistake! Queen's birthday is the weekend before. EXCELLENT - this means I can come on the ride!

(stupid Australian calendar making me confused!)


COUNT ME IN!

[klingon]

Oh hooray - the fact that it's not Queen's Birthday Weekend means I can offer a secret accommodation option to everyone involved. Unfortunately I cannot reveal the nature of this accommodation due to me being an International Woman of Mystery. :shutup:

Here's what you need to know:

It is north of the Houhora service station, but south of Cape Reinga
It involves riding on approximately 6 km of gravel road to get there
There are no shops or petrol stations, so provisions will need to be bought at Pukenui
Nobody can know the destination in advance. You will have to ride there blindfolded (just adds to the adventure!)


Please let me know if you're interested!

[klingon]

Oh by the way there are a lot of beds and several bathrooms at the destination, but you will need your own sleeping bag. It is likely there will be a nominal cost to cover hot water, power, etc but I will check that out and let you know.

I think there is a BBQ and there is definitely a well equipped kitchen.

The cost is likely to be by donation, and no more than $20 per person per night.

[Badger8]

Ah no! My mistake! Queen's birthday is the weekend before. EXCELLENT - this means I can come on the ride!

(stupid Australian calendar making me confused!)


COUNT ME IN!

*cartman voice* schweeet :D

and that'll learn ya for trustin anything australian! :bleh:

[fireball]

so guys all is falling into place we have accomidation mode of transport and a vauge idea on direction of travel

all we need now is to start fund raising......
anyone wishing to help me with sponsors would be good infact would be fantastic i cant do this all on my own team effort now eh?!

also any KBrs willing to sponsor another rider please let me know...... your help is needed to make this an awesome event!

[Laava]

I might follow you guys with a ute and trailer. Oh and a broom and some de-oiling gear!:niceone:

[fireball]

bump:woohoo:

[Mom]

so guys all is falling into place we have accomidation mode of transport and a vauge idea on direction of travel

all we need now is to start fund raising......
anyone wishing to help me with sponsors would be good infact would be fantastic i cant do this all on my own team effort now eh?!

also any KBrs willing to sponsor another rider please let me know...... your help is needed to make this an awesome event!

What is the anticipated cost of sponsoring someone?

[fireball]

What is the anticipated cost of sponsoring someone?

at this stage i am unsure still trying to put a package together.... what do you think would be an acceptable fee?

[Big Dog]

I might follow you guys with a ute and trailer. Oh and a broom and some de-oiling gear!:niceone:

Ah the faith.

[fireball]

we now have a logo!

tell me what you think!

will be tweaked a little to be printed on shirts please send me your sizes and ill see how we can go for shirt pricing....

[kevfromcoro]

and a vauge idea on direction of travel
Sounds like a right F...k up
Were do i sign up...

[Badger8]

we now have a logo!

tell me what you think!

will be tweaked a little to be printed on shirts please send me your sizes and ill see how we can go for shirt pricing....

Fookin schweet :niceone:
Someone has some artistic skill :yes:

Put me down for one... Man sized... :bleh: (that's about a 2 or 3 XL to you folk)

[klingon]

we now have a logo!

tell me what you think!

will be tweaked a little to be printed on shirts please send me your sizes and ill see how we can go for shirt pricing....

Fireball, is there any chance of getting some girlie-cut T-shirts as well? I would be interested in a nice fitted T (or even a singlet) but not one of those big square blokey T-shirts.

The logo looks great though. Well done.

[fireball]

Fireball, is there any chance of getting some girlie-cut T-shirts as well? I would be interested in a nice fitted T (or even a singlet) but not one of those big square blokey T-shirts.

The logo looks great though. Well done.

of course my dear!

[klingon]

of course my dear!

Hooray! Pencil me in for a girlie size 14 (M) depending on price. And preferably a rough tough colour that doesn't matter if it gets oil, grease, dust and grime on it (which it inevitably will). So khaki, black or muddy brown will do nicely!

[Badger8]

And preferably a rough tough colour that doesn't matter if it gets oil, grease, dust and grime on it (which it inevitably will). So khaki, black or muddy brown will do nicely!

Nah, wear the grease stains and blood stains (if you're like me, heheh) with pride. Just shows it was truly an adventure to make it there and back! :yes:

[fireball]

i assure you black is the new pink or what ever :lol:
i only do one colour mmmm black

[Big Dog]

Fookin schweet :niceone:
Someone has some artistic skill :yes:

Put me down for one... Man sized... :bleh: (that's about a 2 or 3 XL to you folk)

+1
Depending on style 2 - 3

I reckon singlets or sleeveless tee's in kahaki or black...

[klingon]

P.S. Who are you calling an adventure ho?! :girlfight:

[Curious_AJ]

I kinda wanna do this too, but i'm not sure I'd be able to hold my own, riding wise... seeming as i'm just starting out.. heh.

[Badger8]

I kinda wanna do this too, but i'm not sure I'd be able to hold my own, riding wise... seeming as i'm just starting out.. heh.

Still a fair way away, plenty of time to get up your sonfidence between now and then! :yes:
Plus there'll be all sorts of underpowered bikes going slow, i'm sure it wont be a problem :scooter:

[Big Dog]

I kinda wanna do this too, but i'm not sure I'd be able to hold my own, riding wise... seeming as i'm just starting out.. heh.

You'll be fine.
You have more than a month to sort out the skills you need.
So stop surfing and go put some km's on your bike.