Not heard of Kiwi Biker?

[sinned]

I have talked to so many people who have not heard of www.kiwibiker.co.nz. No - not just anybody but motorcyclists. This week I meet a long term motorcyclists, who has been riding a Ducati around Wellington for a couple of years and not heard of KB. My first thought was, how could anyone riding a Duc have not heard of KB?

When I decided to get back into motorcycles the first thing I did was a Google search and I found KB. This has been one of my great finds on the internet and I doubt I would be back into bikes if it hadn’t been for KB and all the help I got from some of my first posts.

Should we promote KB or just leave it for those who search online?

[McDuck]

Well if we see another biker about tell them but IMHO dont go about putting up posters etc.

[skidMark]

Leave it, helps weed out the retards,i dunno how i got through but meh

[Bikernereid]

I heard of KB through a Kiwi biker I met in the UK. I guess if I hadn't I would have searched online for biker sites for NZ whilst preaparing to move to NZ.

Must admit I am so pleased that I did get on KB as I have made so good friends, met some awesome people and had some mint experiences (Puke track day). And of course there is OWNER.

I think that for some people they are not really into the internet so are not likely to come across KB unless through word of mouth. It might be an idea to promote KB through events such as trackdays (good old word of mouth) so that people who may benefit greatly from the site have the chance to check KB out and see what they think.

At the end of the day word of mouth and visibility (people have KB t-shirts) are the best advertising tools ever.

[firefighter]

tell other bikers, it's really good for tips etc, but bad for wasting a good riding day, Iv'e taken heaps of really good advice from here that I would have taken years to learn of, plus theres a good bunch of people to meet and events to attend you might not otherwise hear of etc.

[HornetBoy]

Yea i always tend to recommend people visit kiwi biker if they don't know about it .

As im always referring to it when i talk about bikes etc,met some really good people on here :yes:

[manwithav8]

Leave it, helps weed out the retards,i dunno how i got through but meh

to true, how the hell did you get through.... Maybe all the shit yo utalked sounded inpressive to someone or they just plan felt sorry for you!

[Maha]

I hear it all the time...''na, never heard of it'' or ''had a look once, what a bunch of wankers''
Not everyones thing I guess, some would rather just ride than be interactive (or should that be internetactive?)... either way, those that are here and contribute in whatever way they see fit good on them, those that are not? I dont think they feel they are missing out on anything.

[Maha]

to true, how the hell did you get through.... Maybe all the shit yo utalked sounded inpressive to someone or they just plan felt sorry for you!

Mark joined a few months earlier than I did, but has about 1000 more posts than I do, which means (although shitloads of his posts get binned) he still has alot to add to threads that count....I must talk way more shit than he does.

[DUCATI*HARD]

it aint famous for its name:rolleyes:

[martybabe]

Yay, I thought it was just me, I ask every biker I meet, and there have been quite a few, if they're on here in the forlorn hope one will turn out to be some one I've gassed with. No, not a one, most claim never to have heard of KB.

Shite,what if they are on here, realise who I am and deny all knowledge so they don't have to speak to me. cunning b'stards. :confused:

[Coyote]

Was at the doctors the other day. The nurse saw I was a biker and mentioned her husband was a biker. I asked what did he ride, she said a Z750. Then she said he always goes on about some kiwibiker site and calls himself Jim2. Though I already knew of the site, goes to show how word spreads around and what a small world this is :laugh:

[Chickenlegs]

I never mention it. If anyone wants a useful site for biking in New Zealand, this is the last place to find it, unless one feels like trawling through the bullshit... I'd rather not put anyone through that... In good conscience, that is...

[scumdog]

I never mention it. If anyone wants a useful site for biking in New Zealand, this is the last place to find it, unless one feels like trawling through the bullshit... I'd rather not put anyone through that... In good conscience, that is...


The shit is only in the places you look for it in.
There's plenty of KB where good info and facts abound.

[Katman]

Some motorcyclists have lives.:msn-wink:

[Chickenlegs]

The shit is only in the places you look for it in.
There's plenty of KB where good info and facts abound.

Unfortunately, I'm not looking for it... and I never said there wasn't...

[Grub]

Since we get so much out of KB, I am always passing on the word.

just thinking about all of the great people we have met, have ridden with and have been able to open our home to ... all because of KB. I can't imagine how boring owning a bike would have been without it.

Last Sunday at Rimutex there were a couple of guys who live just around the corner asking us how we organised our rides. So now they know about KB I believe they're joining up because they want to go on rides in a group and meet other bikers.

[DUCATI*HARD]

it aint famous for its rants and raves:whistle:

[McDuck]

Some motorcyclists have lives.:msn-wink:

bullshit


fghfh

[Bikernereid]

which KB are you on??????????:lol:


it aint famous for its rants and raves:whistle:

[Katman]

fghfh

Breathe Donald, breathe.:msn-wink:

[Trudes]

which KB are you on??????????:lol:

maybe this one?

[Bikernereid]

Touche!!! NIce reply


maybe this one?

[McDuck]

Breathe Donald, breathe.:msn-wink:

ahhhhh how ahhh IT BURNS!!!

[98tls]

Found a link to KB on an interweb spelling site, go figure.Whats a bike site got to do with spelling i thought,apparently everything.

[Trudes]

Found a link to KB on an interweb spelling site, go figure.

was there a picture of Hitcher in there?:hitcher:

[McJim]

There are a lot of bikers out there who know of kiwibiker and think a whole lot less of us bikers that arrange our rides and stuff online.

I tend not to mention it too much - did at first but then got blanked by a few riders because of it.

I still think it's a good idea - especially in Auckland and Wellington coz they're quite lonely cities and it's a good place to find bikers that are local to you.

[DUCATI*HARD]

but it is famous:bleh:

[sinned]

I tend not to mention it too much - did at first but then got blanked by a few riders because of it.

Is that a southern thing to do?

[Bikernereid]

Each to thier own but I agree with you that big cities can be lonely espcailly when you have no friends or family there. I think that KB is a great way to meet other bikers and find rides. What you do after that is your choice.


There are a lot of bikers out there who know of kiwibiker and think a whole lot less of us bikers that arrange our rides and stuff online.

I tend not to mention it too much - did at first but then got blanked by a few riders because of it.

I still think it's a good idea - especially in Auckland and Wellington coz they're quite lonely cities and it's a good place to find bikers that are local to you.

[Mikkel]

When I decided to get back into motorcycles the first thing I did was a Google search and I found KB.

I'm thinking that a lot of bikers - who never stopped biking in the first place - just doesn't see the connection. They have already established a network that supports all of their biking needs and are not looking to expand upon that network anymore.

If you don't search you won't find.


Some motorcyclists have lives.:msn-wink:

Albeit, sometimes, sad ones...


I tend not to mention it too much - did at first but then got blanked by a few riders because of it.

I've kinda felt a bit of that vibe as well - but as long as you don't press the topic and start talking bikes it's usually all good :yes:

[Skyryder]

I tend not to mention it too much - did at first but then got blanked by a few riders because of it.

Yep me too. Don't advertise too much myself..............someone might ask who I am.:jerry:


Skyyrder

[Swoop]

There will be an influx of new members once they have graduated from the local High School nightclass in spellung and punkchewashun.

[sels1]

Should we promote KB or just leave it for those who search online?

This question has been asked before of course, prolly a few times. When I first joined there was only 1500 members and there was a lot of discussion about promoting the site....but the concensus then was to let it grow "organically"...ie just let it grow itself. And it has - over 10,000 members. I still believe there is no need to promote it, other than casual word of mouth.

[kevfromcoro]

Well i spend quite a bit of time in motorcycling forums ,,from all over the world...most are very imformative ..lots of imfo out there...great..since i have been with KB..i have learnt different personalitys with other riders..just reading the forum...i think we should keep it this way....

[CookMySock]

I was lookn at getting some vinyl cut for my hilux rear window. Something like the website masthead with the logo and and white/orange "KiwiBiker" with www.kiwibiker.co.nz under it instead of the "A site for all new zealand motoryclists".

If we get ten or so done it might be cheaper. It still wont be "cheap" tho.

DB

[inlinefour]

I have talked to so many people who have not heard of www.kiwibiker.co.nz. No - not just anybody but motorcyclists. This week I meet a long term motorcyclists, who has been riding a Ducati around Wellington for a couple of years and not heard of KB. My first thought was, how could anyone riding a Duc have not heard of KB?

When I decided to get back into motorcycles the first thing I did was a Google search and I found KB. This has been one of my great finds on the internet and I doubt I would be back into bikes if it hadn’t been for KB and all the help I got from some of my first posts.

Should we promote KB or just leave it for those who search online?

Alot of long term bikers I know would not know how to turn on a computer, do an internet search or give a rats arse about this site. Its all about personal preferance and lifestle I guess. I'm sure you'll find many the same and if you asked some of the lads I know, they are more likely to tell you to fuck off...

[Dooly]

I took up biking again after a several year layoff about nearly 2 years ago.

Most of the guys I used to ride with had given up or never rode their bikes so I really was starting afresh in regards to ride mates etc.

Just did a Google search for NZ bike sites and here we are.....

I've heard a lot of comment on here how this site and us are regarded as 'wankers' etc etc.

But from my point of view I've learnt a lot, had any questions I've had answered good and have fround a great bunch of local bikers here in the Bay.

In fact, I have't met any people in real life from KB that I'd consider a 'wanker.'

[Manxman]

....nope. Where is it?

[BarryG]

It's like anything you have an interest in, if you want to find information, Google the activity and stuff comes up. Check it out and if it appeals, lurk or post, doesn't matter. And take what you want, give back what you want.
I haven't actually met anyone here, 'cos I live 'offshore', but if ever I am around anyone I've corresponded with, I'm sure we'd get along famously and be more than happy to hoist a few beers and commune with a kindred soul.
I'm not a joiner, as such, but do feel like I am part of a brother (and sister:hug:) hood that doesn't need promoting or defining.
Cheers
Barry

[NighthawkNZ]

I have talked to so many people who have not heard of www.kiwibiker.co.nz (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz).

... blah blah blah ...

Should we promote KB or just leave it for those who search online?

Not every one is computer savy and I know many that just hate the bloody things... and there comment is haven't got enough time to worry about computers it takes up my riding time... :baby:

[Ixion]

Well, I certainly hate the bloody things. It's fortunate that other people hate them even more (or are not so willing to jump up and down on them in hobnailed cyberboots ) , or I'd be out of a job

[hXc]

Some motorcyclists have lives.:msn-wink:Yehp. And you don't.

I think keep it how it is. Word of mouth is good. I sometimes find myself wearing my KB shirt around the place, mine just has "kiwibiker" on the back, no name (I like being anonymous) and people sometimes ask me. I tell them. But I don't go around telling every biker I meet about it. Would rather keep it how it is.

[NC]

Oh no! How terrible!

[tri boy]

If I meet a new m/cyclist, and he/she seems pretty cool n relaxed, i'll mention the site.
I've met dozens of genuine friendly people from this site. Long may that continue. :beer:

[Hitcher]

I've never heard of Kiwi Biker either.

[sinned]

I've never heard of Kiwi Biker either.

Nor have I! It is a funny thing - something one can see, play with, love and hate, but never heard of even when in the presence of those who obviously have seen it.

[scumdog]

In fact, I have't met any people in real life from KB that I'd consider a 'wanker.'

Same here - but then I'm very tolerant...:calm:

[Dooly]

Same here - but then I'm very tolerant...:calm:

Yeah, I've mellowed with age.........
But in saying that I've only met HB & Manawatu folk and us small town hicks are all gooduns.

Mind you I met city slicker Colapop and he was so friendly he gave me a hug.
Not that I had a choice in the matter.:msn-wink::lol:

[SpankMe]

I was lookn at getting some vinyl cut for my hilux rear window. Something like the website masthead with the logo and and white/orange "KiwiBiker" with www.kiwibiker.co.nz under it instead of the "A site for all new zealand motoryclists".

If we get ten or so done it might be cheaper. It still wont be "cheap" tho.

DB

I have about 100 of these which were donated by a member. The logo itself measure 35cm x 43cm.

[Bren]

Same here - but then I'm very tolerant...:calm:


yeah...i reckon you are right there mate...what with the rabble up my way!

[MIXONE]

I have about 100 of these which were donated by a member. The logo itself measure 35cm x 43cm.

Are they for sale or is it a private collection.

[SpankMe]

Are they for sale or is it a private collection.

Yep, just make any donation when you pick one up.

[avgas]

been asked before...
REPOST!!
(its probably a cunt to find now though)
dont promote - makes you sound like your selling something.
We already have enough squids here.

[avgas]

Some motorcyclists have wives.:msn-wink:
Where can i buy a new one from? do they come in carbon fibre? I have found the current model has flaws.

[nodrog]

Where can i buy a new one from? do they come in carbon fibre? I have found the current model has flaws.

Harvey Norman should have some, they stock all of the household appliances.