Manawatu weekend rides

[Owl]

I have some new designer scratches on the left hand side of the 9. First time in over 60,000km the fairings have been introduced to the road. It was the bizzareist lie down I have ever seen but I was pretty pissed off. I parked under the sign at pio pio for a photo shoot then walked up the road to get my camera then took a photo and then waited for everyone else to get their bikes sorted and walked back to it to hear monie yelling to catch my bike. I was about 30m away and nothing I could do except watch my bike fall over at 0.00003km/hr. Broke my indicator which was a real hassle cause then I couldnt use it for the rest of the trip!

Not mint!:no:


Following Yod up 8 mile cheered me up a little bit.

FMS!:yes:


Have to look at a paint job for it now.

May I suggest Black?:whistle:

[NZsarge]

You too Sarge! I started to head north yesterday afternoon, but ended up with a frozen aching hand. Decided stuff this and headed home.:cold:

I bought a whole pile of electrical stuff to install those "Man Grips":laugh:, but they are going to be a mission. I'm starting to wonder if I wasted my time and money. That new controller by the way is a "click" type, so I wouldn't imagine you'd have to hold the buttons down. Just a shame the supplied bracket is completely useless, so I'll have to make my own if I install them.

I contacted Kerry on Friday about my starting issue. He gave me some good battery advice (Be patient) and that may have been the issue. Failing that, he narrowed it down to the starter motor (dirty/worn) or sprag clutch $$$$$ beyond belief. Cross fingers!:whistle:
Yeah mate, not really getting my head 'round winter this year for some reason, must be owning a Kawasaki, made me all soft... :killingme ha ha, that'll go down like the Hindenburg!!

Hope the battery was your issue in the end mate, sounds like a bit of a chase around the mullberry bush like Bassa had with the 14.

[NZsarge]

Gonna head to Manfeild late morning, see the guys out there and have a perv at R-Dog's new R1 which I think he's supposed to be bring down today.
Had a good long look at one that was racing yesterday (privateer) and I was pleasantly surprised. And then again I saw one going in the opposite direction on the way home yesterday.

[Owl]

Gonna head to Manfeild late morning, see the guys out there and have a perv at R-Dog's new R1 which I think he's supposed to be bring down today.
Had a good long look at one that was racing yesterday (privateer) and I was pleasantly surprised. And then again I saw one going in the opposite direction on the way home yesterday.

I'll see you there!:yes:

[NZsarge]

I'll see you there!:yes:

Just found out i'll be slightly delayed getting away so it'll be just after middayish now and i'll be in the car, just stepped outside and it's another f'ing miserably cold day (bit damp over here to) so i'm doing today in comfort and staying warm.

[banditrider]

Read all about it: http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2009/06/round-mountain.html

[Monie]

It was a nice day a bit cold ...[ for the ducks.].. i chose to sit on the back this ride and am really pleased i did... look forward to doing that one in summer again... thanks all ...

[Monie]

and cowboyz you dont use your indicators any way so why get them fixed ...lol

[86GSXR]

Thats exactly what I was thinking lol.

Just got back from a days marshalling at Manfeild. Excellent day and good to see a few of the locals at lunchtime. The last two races were called off as there were quite a few crashes and they ran out of medical staff. One girl got run over - ouch! I believe she's alright tho thank god. Apart from that it was a great experience and good to see how it all fits together.

Sorry to hear of the mishaps yesterday, the cold is real offputting. Having suffered through some pretty cold spells myself I think I've beaten it by wearing LOT's of layers and getting the mangrips, best investment for a long time. Had a couple of slides on greasy roads going to Wellie yesterday though.

[cowboyz]

and cowboyz you dont use your indicators any way so why get them fixed ...lol

I might one day...

[cowboyz]

and cowboyz you dont use your indicators any way so why get them fixed ...lol


Read all about it: http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2009/06/round-mountain.html

nice. You did miss 99% of the smoke stops though.

[banditrider]

nice. You did miss 99% of the smoke stops though.

Didn't name & shame the smoker/stopper either...

[cowboyz]

Didn't name & shame the smoker/stopper either...

to be fair, the shirt made me do it.

[banditrider]

Needed the bike to go with it eh?

[SuperSonic]

i thanks, Sh4 rockies no road works or shiney stuff to speck of. Just some ice stuff but no movements in wheels. Wicked ride with sun shining the whole way, got a bit cold at the end of ride. Home tomorrow, hopeing the ice is not to bad as off at 7 in the morning.

[SuperSonic]

all good. it was an adventure alright. got really cold in the middle of the island. its better to bail than crash. I have some new designer scratches on the left hand side of the 9. First time in over 60,000km the fairings have been introduced to the road. It was the bizzareist lie down I have ever seen but I was pretty pissed off. I parked under the sign at pio pio for a photo shoot then walked up the road to get my camera then took a photo and then waited for everyone else to get their bikes sorted and walked back to it to hear monie yelling to catch my bike. I was about 30m away and nothing I could do except watch my bike fall over at 0.00003km/hr. Broke my indicator which was a real hassle cause then I couldnt use it for the rest of the trip!
Following Yod up 8 mile cheered me up a little bit.
Have to look at a paint job for it now.

Oh man i miss all the good stuff, bugger mate on bike, but now you can upgrade. :2thumbsup You did say you were due for an off?????:pinch:
Catch up in the week.

[Meanie]

Didn't name & shame the smoker/stopper either...

Dont need to, everyone knows it was Cowboyz :oi-grr:

Awesome day out, even in the cold.

[yod]

Awesome day out, even in the cold.

yep

all the way from the valley through to Uruti, over Mt Messenger, up to Awakino, through the gorge and down 8 Mile to Taumarunui was glorious, such a great section of road

:rockon:

[paulmac]

Was good to see keen riders out and about. always coffee here. maybe see you on the 4th ?

[yod]

Was good to see keen riders out and about. always coffee here. maybe see you on the 4th ?

cheers for the coffee!!

[Meanie]

Was good to see keen riders out and about. always coffee here. maybe see you on the 4th ?

Yea thanks for the coffee................. FMS

[cowboyz]

yep

all the way from the valley through to Uruti, over Mt Messenger, up to Awakino, through the gorge and down 8 Mile to Taumarunui was glorious, such a great section of road

:rockon:


yep. FMS. only disappointment was mt messenger. I love having a blast through there but just couldnt trust the damp road. Awakino and 8 mile was awesome.


Was good to see keen riders out and about. always coffee here. maybe see you on the 4th ?

might have to see if I can make it up there for that one. sounds good. you should get some hot chocolate for the real bikers though!

[paulmac]

Hot choccy and effing mint slice is it !!!!

[cowboyz]

good lad! hope I can make it now!

[ynot slow]

Hot choccy and effing mint slice is it !!!!

Will be down that weekend hopefully,is dads birthday the 5th so rude not to call in on way to Stratty.

[sarahtvet]

Might take a little excursion ride out that way on the saturday to check on the state of the route after this weekends little southeaster !

I have to say the ride home from work last night was quiet interesting thats for sure :eek5:
I know I signed up for the grand challenge and have an across australia offroad adventure trip on the cards for the spring but I didn't expect to be practising for it last night :sweatdrop

The rain wasn't quite horizontal and the wind was only blowing like a small whirling dervish in gusts so I suppose I shouldn't be such a girl and TTFU:crybaby: I just so hate getting the blue beast dirty.

The leaves, moss, small brooks and branches made for a interesting slalom such that the gravel on greens road was almost easy :lol:

Hopefully it will all blow away and be blue skies and sunshine for the event :sunny: It was gorgeous by the time I landed in auckland this morning:yes:

Few of us planning a pootle saturday so maybe join you if you want some mixed ability riders to check it out.

Napier and Wellie visitors all keen to join in so should be a few of us heading south. We shall have to stay off the rum at the party but if the ANZA escpade anything to go by probably a good thing for me, my head wasn't clear for days :lol:

[ynot slow]

Well all I can say is who cares the weather type lol,can't ride for another 2 weeks so roll on 11th July.Then let it be fine.

I did say when told you can't drive for 4 weeks,did that mean I can ride,the look of disgust from doctor(house surgeon)summed it up,blooody 'nother crash victim in wait or similar,the physio nurse was ok as he is about to get his learners for bikes.

No how ya feel Al,head into shed and look at bike longingly,is that love?

[sinfull]

Napier and Wellie visitors all keen to join in so should be a few of us heading south. We shall have to stay off the rum at the party but if the ANZA escpade anything to go by probably a good thing for me, my head wasn't clear for days :lol: Am i missing out ?

[manwithav8]

the weather here is mint, what are you all complaining about?? sheesh!!!!

May not have 2 wheels but we got a mule over here in need ot a tickle up.... I still get to play with 600cc of 4 wheel fun hahahaha

[NZsarge]

the weather here is mint, what are you all complaining about?? sheesh!!!!

May not have 2 wheels but we got a mule over here in need ot a tickle up.... I still get to play with 600cc of 4 wheel fun hahahaha

So I guess there are no 14's where you are? That's just wrong! Still, Kwaka 600 side by side could be a laugh, take it easy over there dude.
BTW, the RF does'nt do bad burn outs actually, lap of Manfeild was pretty slow due to the lack of rear grip after the burn out and Yod was riding a bit average that day. Don't worry Yod, we all have our off days...

[cowboyz]

So I guess there are no 14's where you are? That's just wrong! Still, Kwaka 600 side by side could be a laugh, take it easy over there dude.
BTW, the RF does'nt do bad burn outs actually, lap of Manfeild was pretty slow due to the lack of rear grip after the burn out and Yod was riding a bit average that day. Don't worry Yod, we all have our off days...

bad days??? Ive never seen someone drop a bike so many times in one day!

[banditrider]

bad days??? Ive never seen someone drop a bike so many times in one day!

Quite. But I thought that you were making quite a good job of nailing the fairing back together and the exhaust looks so much better pointing straight up. Good luck getting the front wheel out of the radiator and trying to get the footpegs level with one another...

[86GSXR]

Yeah, don't you hate it when wheelies go so terribly terribly wrong :shit:

[Owl]

bad days??? Ive never seen someone drop a bike so many times in one day!


Quite. But I thought that you were making quite a good job of nailing the fairing back together and the exhaust looks so much better pointing straight up. Good luck getting the front wheel out of the radiator and trying to get the footpegs level with one another...


Yeah, don't you hate it when wheelies go so terribly terribly wrong :shit:

Spill, what's up? This all sounds new???:gob:

[banditrider]

Yeah, you're supposed to keep one wheel on the ground at all times - not alternate between the two repeatedly until the bike comes to a halt.

[cowboyz]

Spill, what's up? This all sounds new???:gob:

its only manwithav8s suzuki. its not like its news. dont tell him though, we thought it would be best if yod broke the news to him quietly

[86GSXR]

Spill, what's up? This all sounds new???:gob:

Nothing to worry about Al, loaner bikes have that effect on people :laugh: (Yod's babysitting Lee's RF, does GOOD burnouts) :innocent:


Yeah, you're supposed to keep one wheel on the ground at all times - not alternate between the two repeatedly until the bike comes to a halt.

And a spectacular stop it was too eh! Never seen so many sparks :lol:


its only manwithav8s suzuki. its not like its news. dont tell him though, we thought it would be best if yod broke the news to him quietly

That may be best :sweatdrop

[Owl]

its only manwithav8s suzuki. its not like its news. dont tell him though, we thought it would be best if yod broke the news to him quietly

That's ok then! I was just worried that Yod may have scuffed his nice Tecknic jacket!:sweatdrop

[86GSXR]

No, he landed on top of the bike :laugh: Hey Al, are you going to the RAT do tonight, Kerry's there and will be giving a speech. Anyone up for it?

[Owl]

No, he landed on top of the bike :laugh: Hey Al, are you going to the RAT do tonight, Kerry's there and will be giving a speech. Anyone up for it?

I'd love to Al, but I've got my mates surprise 40th tonight! My ex house guest from hell is going to be there, but thank god he's not staying with us.:no::no::no:

Tracy just informed me that she'd go to the Rat do and take notes for me.:laugh:

[86GSXR]

OK. We're prob heading over to Wanga's later on, not quite sure what time. Hopefully taking the bikes if the weather's OK. If not we'll take a car, Tracy is welcome to come with us if she likes? All welcome, should be a good night :yes:

[NZsarge]

Heading over for a cafe run after a shower and so forth, should hit Palmy 'round 11:45 after a fuel up and general pissing about. Thought if the weather was ok and had pretty much dry roads I might do the Halcome/V Hill loop, anyone keen? Will check back here before I head off and i'll have my cell phone on that 'ill check when I stop.

[Owl]

Tracy is welcome to come with us if she likes.

Cheers Al, but I'm not letting her off that easy:laugh:. I understand her not wanting to go to the 40th though!:yes:

[slydesigns]

Try a rolling burnout into a nice high wheel stand... so much fun! lack of tread causes the rather tasty burnout but as it heats up and you transfer a little weight rearward in a quick snap it grips and lofts the front.

Childish yes...

Fun...hell yes,
but only if the tyre is already pretty much terminal. And as I have somehow managed to reduce a rear to showing over 10 strands of belt uninterrupted the entire way round the tyre, I think the patient is a goner...

[NZsarge]

Heading over for a cafe run after a shower and so forth, should hit Palmy 'round 11:45 after a fuel up and general pissing about. Thought if the weather was ok and had pretty much dry roads I might do the Halcome/V Hill loop, anyone keen? Will check back here before I head off and i'll have my cell phone on that 'ill check when I stop.

:Oops: Going to a cafe in george st, either Moxxies or Cuba.

[slydesigns]

Id play with ya Sarge but in the interests of public safety I really need to change over my rear tyre and I need Lances gear for that so I have to wait for him to get home this arvo. Then me and Maria are off to the Tui Brewery for an NZP work dinner then back into town for Horse's BDay drinks.

No real riding on the one day the suns out!

[manwithav8]

jeezus bloody christ, what the hell is going on back there with my bike you lot.

I thought the yod was trustworthy lol..

your all cheeky sods haha

[86GSXR]

Cheers Al, but I'm not letting her off that easy:laugh:. I understand her not wanting to go to the 40th though!:yes:

Lol. So she won't be privileged in the Triumph way just yet then Al :)


:Oops: Going to a cafe in george st, either Moxxies or Cuba.

Sorry Sarge, been firing up Gixxers all day.


jeezus bloody christ, what the hell is going on back there with my bike you lot.

I thought the yod was trustworthy lol..

your all cheeky sods haha

It was most uncharacteristic of the Yod, looked bloody good if nothing else :lol: And it can be repaired :lol:

[slydesigns]

Followed Maria while she rode the 675 this afternoon out Colyton way... wow... nothing sexier than a hot chick on a hot bike! Can't say the same for me on a cbf250...:blink:

[yod]

errr......

took the skanky suzuki slut over the track to look at some land this morning, don't worry mate, it's still in one piece (I left the bits that fell/were ripped off where they landed)

[manwithav8]

errr......

took the skanky suzuki slut over the track to look at some land this morning, don't worry mate, it's still in one piece (I left the bits that fell/were ripped off where they landed)

hahah good to hear it is getting some use.. Sheesh, you have almost riden it more than me now lol..

How are you finding it though??? Oh and forget you ride a 05 fuel injected model too lol

[NZsarge]

Sorry Sarge, been firing up Gixxers all day.


All good dude, good to hear the Gixxer is coming along reasonably well.
Might come by to see for myself if you're gonna be around, thinking of trying again to see the Transformers movie, all the sessions that I could have gone to last saturday were booked out, probably be the same today but fortunately that's not the only movie that is taking my fancy that's at the cinema at the moment so..

[86GSXR]

Sweet Sarge. It's a bit wet over here at the mo so I'll be around if you get over :yes:

Had a great night in Wanga's listening to Kerry and then learning heaps watching him strip down and tune a Bonnie. Took the Tiger over, nice wee ride and damn glad I got the mangrips!

[NZsarge]

Sweet Sarge. It's a bit wet over here at the mo so I'll be around if you get over :yes:

Had a great night in Wanga's listening to Kerry and then learning heaps watching him strip down and tune a Bonnie. Took the Tiger over, nice wee ride and damn glad I got the mangrips!

Geebus! I bet you're glad of heated grips! It absolutely pissed down here after night fall, still raining pretty good. Yeah I should be over after lunch sometime, i'll call/text you.

[86GSXR]

I certainly don't regret em that's for sure. Sweet :niceone:

[Owl]

Followed Maria while she rode the 675 this afternoon out Colyton way... wow... nothing sexier than a hot chick on a hot bike! Can't say the same for me on a cbf250...:blink:

Quite right, you ain't no hot chick!:laugh:


Had a great night in Wanga's listening to Kerry and then learning heaps watching him strip down and tune a Bonnie. Took the Tiger over, nice wee ride and damn glad I got the mangrips!

Would've loved to be there for that, but can't be in two places at once.:crybaby: Next time!:yes:

[yod]

hahah good to hear it is getting some use.. Sheesh, you have almost riden it more than me now lol..

How are you finding it though??? Oh and forget you ride a 05 fuel injected model too lol

was thinking yesterday that it seems a little unbalanced in mid corner if you encounter bumps, not bad, just a little out of whack, maybe front and rear shocks/rebound/damping aren't set the same? she just seems to boogie a bit from front to rear....

a bit down on power - reeeaaally down in the mid range to what i'm used to but it seems to ride fine, found myself having to pick it up a bit after tipping in as it's much easier to move around and i'm used to the big-arsed-honda :lol:, the 180 rear might have something to do with that too, i always had a 170 on mine....too quiet for me though, can't hear a bloody thing over 80km, (same as mine)

engine seems strong, revs out well.....umm.....;) i notice your legs are more cramped and your feet seem higher than the bird, a little more 'sports', and the gear lever i find more cramped to change up with my big feet lol

that seat is nice and comfy, a bit slippery though, haven't tried the corbin on it yet

just rolled it over 13000 miles btw :rockon:

[manwithav8]

was thinking yesterday that it seems a little unbalanced in mid corner if you encounter bumps, not bad, just a little out of whack, maybe front and rear shocks/rebound/damping aren't set the same? she just seems to boogie a bit from front to rear....

a bit down on power - reeeaaally down in the mid range to what i'm used to but it seems to ride fine, found myself having to pick it up a bit after tipping in as it's much easier to move around and i'm used to the big-arsed-honda :lol:, the 180 rear might have something to do with that too, i always had a 170 on mine....too quiet for me though, can't hear a bloody thing over 80km, (same as mine)

engine seems strong, revs out well.....umm.....;) i notice your legs are more cramped and your feet seem higher than the bird, a little more 'sports', and the gear lever i find more cramped to change up with my big feet lol

that seat is nice and comfy, a bit slippery though, haven't tried the corbin on it yet

just rolled it over 13000 miles btw :rockon:

oohh nice write up lol

I haven't ridden many bikes to know what feels right and what feels wrong, how the bike rides at the time I just adapt to it I guess..

Yeah yeah i know th ebird packs a bigger punch you show off lol...

The cramped riding style I do agree with, I thought it was a sports tourer but seems more like my legs are up around my ears all the time, I always get cramp in the hip flexors and that would be why..Im thinking the seat is a low cut one so maybe the corbin might change that??? You could try that..If it works might have a buyer after all :)

I haven't noticed any bouncing around however, I did on the monster now that thing was insane for movement in the rear so the RF fealt really sold... COuld have something to do with the extra 30kg on it's back now?? lol

[Monie]

oohh nice write up lol


how are you sow kaz and the bump today she is looking really good and happy too.. ..

[chanceyy]

well after being off the bike for the last month it was great to get out for a wee flick so horse lesson done & 20 mins to gear up & get to shannon .. arrived at garage and the partners in crime were coming up the road .. perfect timing, headed to foxton beach for a wee snack & great catch up before heading back to himitangi wines to wait for the charity riders ( the partners headed home) .. quite a group there but with the rain and running well behind time the main bunch headed directly to levin while sinfull came to get the rest of us .. so nice slightly quicker ride back to levin & caught up with a few ppl I have not seen for yrs & yrs ..

from all accounts the Charity ride made a good amount of $$ the rain mostly held off for the ride (I did not get wet at all :lol: but thats wot you get when you stay local)

awesome wee ride Carmen & Mo .. lets do it again soon :yes:

[86GSXR]

It sounded good from all accounts :niceone: I had a great fang on the Daytona then a bit of shit talking and Gixxer revving with the lads :scooter:

[chanceyy]

It sounded good from all accounts :niceone: I had a great fang on the Daytona then a bit of shit talking and Gixxer revving with the lads :scooter:

Male bonding is good :yes: .. good to hear the gixxer is revving as well .. can not wait to see it out on the track .. :clap:

after the weather forecasts for an absolute crap weekend weather wise it was a fab weekend to be outside doing things :sunny: and only about 8 odd weeks til daylight savings start

[manwithav8]

how are you sow kaz and the bump today she is looking really good and happy too.. ..

Hey ya, all is good, loving the weather lol. Missing home a little but this first month has gone so quick.

Kaz just sent me pics from the baby shower, thanks for getting along, she really appreciated that.

Hows everything in your neck of the woods??

[NZsarge]

oohh nice write up lol

I haven't ridden many bikes to know what feels right and what feels wrong, how the bike rides at the time I just adapt to it I guess..

Yeah yeah i know th ebird packs a bigger punch you show off lol...

The cramped riding style I do agree with, I thought it was a sports tourer but seems more like my legs are up around my ears all the time, I always get cramp in the hip flexors and that would be why..Im thinking the seat is a low cut one so maybe the corbin might change that??? You could try that..If it works might have a buyer after all :)

I haven't noticed any bouncing around however, I did on the monster now that thing was insane for movement in the rear so the RF fealt really sold... COuld have something to do with the extra 30kg on it's back now?? lol

If ya uber lucky there might still be a sensationally awesome liquid silver Fazer still available at AFC when you get back, that'll sort all ya problems mate. :niceone:

[Monamie]

A great weekend as I managed to get out both days and stay dry:woohoo:
Saturday Jake and I went out for Lollies....for him of course;)
A nice pootle in to town to check out 86's bike and then to Ashhurst as the `lollie connoisseur' says they have the best options. He is getting quite comfortable on the bike now:yes:

Sunday was a `mental health` ride...funny seeing steam coming out of ears when helmets are removed:gob: Foxton via Shannon for a caffine fix and fantastic company...just what the Doctor ordered....it doesn't get much better.
It's amazing the difference a new tyre makes too-bloody bike has stopped trying to `throw` me around the corners now....though the old front tyre had been on for.........17500kms :eek5:

[Owl]

the old front tyre had been on for.........17500kms :eek5:

Only because it spends so much time off the ground eh!:msn-wink:

[chanceyy]

Only because it spends so much time off the ground eh!:msn-wink:

:clap: :rofl: that sounds a bit right .. good way to conserve tread ..

[Monamie]

Only because it spends so much time off the ground eh!:msn-wink:

Oh Touche' :laugh:

[Owl]

:clap: :rofl: that sounds a bit right .. good way to conserve tread ..

Yeah I need to learn that one as my latest front is not going to make 7000km


Oh Touche' :laugh:

Moi???:shit:

[banditrider]

It's amazing the difference a new tyre makes too-bloody bike has stopped trying to `throw` me around the corners now....though the old front tyre had been on for.........17500kms :eek5:

That's shocking mileage! Stop being so hard on your tyres!

[oscarnz]

A great weekend as I managed to get out both days and stay dry:woohoo:
Saturday Jake and I went out for Lollies....for him of course;)
A nice pootle in to town to check out 86's bike and then to Ashhurst as the `lollie connoisseur' says they have the best options. He is getting quite comfortable on the bike now:yes:

Sunday was a `mental health` ride...funny seeing steam coming out of ears when helmets are removed:gob: Foxton via Shannon for a caffine fix and fantastic company...just what the Doctor ordered....it doesn't get much better.
It's amazing the difference a new tyre makes too-bloody bike has stopped trying to `throw` me around the corners now....though the old front tyre had been on for.........17500kms :eek5:

Yes was definately a "mental health" ride, just what the doctor ordered.
Really needed that ride and coffee. And of course time for the steam to disappear. :yes: Glad we missed the rain. Drove over to Masterton in the late arvo and it was totally disgusting coming back around 6pm last night.

[chanceyy]

Yes was definately a "mental health" ride, just what the doctor ordered.
Really needed that ride and coffee. And of course time for the steam to disappear. :yes: Glad we missed the rain. Drove over to Masterton in the late arvo and it was totally disgusting coming back around 6pm last night.

yeah it sure was .. cracked up laughing all the way from home to foxton beach :clap: definitely relaxing and certainly wot the doctor ordered .. thought we skipped the rain rather nicely .. glad you drove to masterton in the car though babe :niceone: .. good call

makes up for missing HIA :whistle: :innocent:

[manwithav8]

If ya uber lucky there might still be a sensationally awesome liquid silver Fazer still available at AFC when you get back, that'll sort all ya problems mate. :niceone:

LOL not really my style of ride anymore mate but thanks anyway.. Could do a straight swap for the 14 though, value must be on a par?? lol

[NZsarge]

LOL not really my style of ride anymore mate but thanks anyway.. Could do a straight swap for the 14 though, value must be on a par?? lol

Dude! Riding a Yamaha is always in style. :yes: I knew you were a closet Kwaka fan, i'll do you a deal, one time offer. If I win Lotto powerball all to myself this coming weekend (6 million I think) then i'll swap the RF for the 14.







Coz i'll have a new 14 in the shed anyway... he he.

[yod]

then i'll swap the RF for the 14.




RF dirt bike!! woohoo!!

[dogsnbikes]

RF dirt bike!! woohoo!!

Why Not there is already a ZX dirt bike in Ashurst:yes:

[banditrider]

RF dirt bike!! woohoo!!

Brings back memories of Wanganui River road (or whatever it is called). Powersliding me RF out of some corners and wheel-spinning to the next one. The road was in VFMS condition though...I've given away such hooligan behaviour now.

[banditrider]

Brings back memories of Wanganui River road (or whatever it is called). Powersliding me RF out of some corners and wheel-spinning to the next one. The road was in VFMS condition though...I've given away such hooligan behaviour now.

I no! Tell me I'm not becoming an old fart!

[cowboyz]

Brings back memories of Wanganui River road (or whatever it is called). Powersliding me RF out of some corners and wheel-spinning to the next one. The road was in VFMS condition though...I've given away such hooligan behaviour now.

that was last week!!

[banditrider]

:doh::Oops:

[ynot slow]

Brings back memories of Wanganui River road (or whatever it is called). Powersliding me RF out of some corners and wheel-spinning to the next one. The road was in VFMS condition though...I've given away such hooligan behaviour now.

Been up it once in a mail van towing the canoes out from river trip,thought at the time wish I had the XR200 for gravel etc.

[chanceyy]

Well went to wangas to support Kari, woke this morning & heard the rain thought ohh well its winter .. by 10 the rain was over & by the time I left around 11 the main roads were pretty dry :clap: but she sure was :cold:

Called dogs before I left as thought I might be able to catch a coffee while there but awesome he decided to come too .. so quick flick to his place and swap bike for his car .. and off we went (after a quick hi to Mel as she was running back to work)

anyhow back to dogs & great coffee & home made biccy's before the ride home .. and yup still :cold::cold::cold: but heated handgrips rock :woohoo:

And only one mr plod that some nice kind cager gave me good warning about :niceone:

[yod]

Brings back memories of Wanganui River road (or whatever it is called). Powersliding me RF out of some corners and wheel-spinning to the next one. The road was in VFMS condition though...I've given away such hooligan behaviour now.

tried and tested over the gentle annie....

[cowboyz]

Been up it once in a mail van towing the canoes out from river trip,thought at the time wish I had the XR200 for gravel etc.

meanie and I got lead over it on the premise that it was a "tad" of gravel. He still had the meanie and I had the 600. Shocking road.!

[ynot slow]

meanie and I got lead over it on the premise that it was a "tad" of gravel. He still had the meanie and I had the 600. Shocking road.!

Great views if you're not driving/riding,bloody steep cliff faces in places.

[Monamie]

I need a weekend to get over my weekends lately:pinch:
Off to Welly tomorrow, back late Saturday for a girls `bash` that night and then the Feilding riders `Goat track` ride on Sunday...can't take Monday off as next two papers start at Massey...phew:wacko:
Lucky we don't have the kids back until Sunday night.....:yawn:

It will be good to be back in the saddle tomorrow though-hope the weather plays ball....roll on Summer...I'm ready for some bike riding:2thumbsup

[NZsarge]

It will be good to be back in the saddle tomorrow though-hope the weather plays ball....

Should be ok for friday and saturday.


roll on Summer...

Damn straight!



..........

[manwithav8]

Dude! Riding a Yamaha is always in style. :yes: I knew you were a closet Kwaka fan, i'll do you a deal, one time offer. If I win Lotto powerball all to myself this coming weekend (6 million I think) then i'll swap the RF for the 14.







Coz i'll have a new 14 in the shed anyway... he he.

Deal.... lol

[Monie]

Hey ya, all is good, loving the weather lol. Missing home a little but this first month has gone so quick.

Kaz just sent me pics from the baby shower, thanks for getting along, she really appreciated that.

Hows everything in your neck of the woods??
as you see everyone here is fine ... school holidays so ask that question in another week and a bit..lol i wont have the same answer...lol

meanie just picking my bitch up from the vets ..and she is a bitch she tried to take on alia and she lost she is very much like me keeps going back for more... i had better shut up meanie will read this ...

[oscarnz]

I need a weekend to get over my weekends lately:pinch:
Off to Welly tomorrow, back late Saturday for a girls `bash` that night and then the Feilding riders `Goat track` ride on Sunday...can't take Monday off as next two papers start at Massey...phew:wacko:
Lucky we don't have the kids back until Sunday night.....:yawn:

It will be good to be back in the saddle tomorrow though-hope the weather plays ball....roll on Summer...I'm ready for some bike riding:2thumbsup

Oh lives of the socialites!!!

Yeah my Massey papers arrived yesterday :crazy: now wondering what I have got myself into!!!

[KiwiKat]

Oh lives of the socialites!!!

Yeah my Massey papers arrived yesterday :crazy: now wondering what I have got myself into!!!

Awesome stuff! Do the full doctorate.:crazy:

[chanceyy]

I need a weekend to get over my weekends lately:pinch:
Off to Welly tomorrow, back late Saturday for a girls `bash` that night and then the Feilding riders `Goat track` ride on Sunday...can't take Monday off as next two papers start at Massey...phew:wacko:
Lucky we don't have the kids back until Sunday night.....:yawn:

It will be good to be back in the saddle tomorrow though-hope the weather plays ball....roll on Summer...I'm ready for some bike riding:2thumbsup

now your life is starting to get as hectic as mine :laugh:
some times I look forward to work to have a rest .. well kinda

:yes: can not wait for summer .. horses & bikes .. ahhhhhhhhhhh


Oh lives of the socialites!!!

Yeah my Massey papers arrived yesterday :crazy: now wondering what I have got myself into!!!



:clap: to you both for the study & hard work

[flame]

Hey guys n gals. Just to inform ya's, 2nd Welly BEARS ride is this Sunday. We're heading to Lake Ferry for lunch, should be there 1pm ish. Just incase any of you are down this way. Do come and say g'day! Once the weather is better, (And im not working near every Sunday morning) we will head up your way and you can show us some better roads:2thumbsup

[chanceyy]

Hey guys n gals. Just to inform ya's, 2nd Welly BEARS ride is this Sunday. We're heading to Lake Ferry for lunch, should be there 1pm ish. Just incase any of you are down this way. Do come and say g'day! Once the weather is better, (And im not working near every Sunday morning) we will head up your way and you can show us some better roads:2thumbsup

Awesome doll .. look forward to seeing you in this neck of the woods .. and the longer days so we can foray into wellywood :clap:

[86GSXR]

I need a weekend to get over my weekends lately
Off to Welly tomorrow, back late Saturday for a girls `bash` that night and then the Feilding riders `Goat track` ride on Sunday...can't take Monday off as next two papers start at Massey...phew
Lucky we don't have the kids back until Sunday night.....

It will be good to be back in the saddle tomorrow though-hope the weather plays ball....roll on Summer...I'm ready for some bike riding

Crikey, that's a hectic schedule :yes: Looking forward to Wellie (I wasn't invited to the the girl's bash for some reason :weep:) and Sunday, hope the bloody weather holds :sunny:


Oh lives of the socialites!!!

Yeah my Massey papers arrived yesterday :crazy: now wondering what I have got myself into!!!

Take it slow and steady with a healthy dose of stress towards the end. Exams are easy when you know how :yes:


meanie just picking my bitch up from the vets ..and she is a bitch she tried to take on alia and she lost she is very much like me keeps going back for more... i had better shut up meanie will read this ...

He probably likes it :laugh:


now your life is starting to get as hectic as mine
some times I look forward to work to have a rest .. well kinda

can not wait for summer .. horses & bikes .. ahhhhhhhhhhh

:clap: to you both for the study & hard work

Summer, god yes! Looking forward to the spring blooms as well lol

Yeah, well done you two Massey gals :woohoo:


Once the weather is better, (And im not working near every Sunday morning) we will head up your way and you can show us some better roads:2thumbsup

Can't make this one but looking forward to getting a Trumpy out on one of your rides soon :niceone:

[dogsnbikes]

Crikey, that's a hectic schedule :yes: Looking forward to Wellie [SIZE="1"](I wasn't invited to the the girl's bash for some reason :weep:)

:

Maybe they didn't want a old women slowing them down :whistle:

[86GSXR]

:pinch: Just because you got an invite :Oops:

[ynot slow]

:pinch: Just because you got an invite :Oops:

Now now ladies no fighting in cheap seats,pulling hair and slapping.:girlfight:

[86GSXR]

Wait til the buckets of cold water come out :eek: :drool:

[chanceyy]

[QUOTE=86GSXR;1129298294] (I wasn't invited to the the girl's bash for some reason :weep:) [QUOTE]

umm thats because you have dangly bits :nya: besides no point putting a mouse between the cats .. that would be considered sport :whistle:

[ynot slow]

[QUOTE=chanceyy;1129298379
umm thats because you have dangly bits :nya: :whistle:[/QUOTE]

Are you sure it is pretty cold tonight.:whistle:

[86GSXR]

umm thats because you have dangly bits :nya: besides no point putting a mouse between the cats .. that would be considered sport :whistle:

Mmmmm :drool: :drool: :drool: :laugh:


Are you sure it is pretty cold tonight.:whistle:

Rather :cold:

[Meanie]

Shit the way this thread is going one think he was on NZ dating :oi-grr:

[ynot slow]

Shit the way this thread is going one think he was on NZ dating :oi-grr:

Hi I'm euro male like long walks on the beach,and ....frig wrong site.

[cowboyz]

Shit the way this thread is going one think he was on NZ dating :oi-grr:


was thinking more like the harem of 86.............


Hi I'm euro male like long walks on the beach,and ....frig wrong site.

try www.Iwantaman.com.

Moving along. I am now officailly unemployed again. time to reunite the GLC

[oscarnz]

Awesome stuff! Do the full doctorate.:crazy:

Not just yet I think the BBS majoring in HR will do for a start.
Extramural for the next couple of years then might think about going full time to finish it off.

[oscarnz]

Moving along. I am now officailly unemployed again. time to reunite the GLC

Again?? You could come do my housework.............

[Owl]

umm thats because you have dangly bits :nya:

Oh so much could be said here, but I'm a gentleman!:whistle:

[Meanie]

Oh so much could be said here, but I'm a gentleman!:whistle:

Go on, tell all you know youll feel better afterwards

[banditrider]

Quite chilly on the Friday nite ride tonight...

[Meanie]

Quite chilly on the Friday nite ride tonight...

Yea Sarge called in to see me at work and left about 5.30 and it was dam cold then

[Owl]

Quite chilly on the Friday nite ride tonight...

No shit?:laugh:

[banditrider]

Was forced to do Vinegar Hill, tea in Hunterville & back via Halcombe.

[Meanie]

Was forced to do Vinegar Hill, tea in Hunterville & back via Halcombe.

You poor bugger

[cowboyz]

fuck your life is hard!!

[banditrider]

I have to make a lot of sacrifices...

[cowboyz]

I have to make a lot of sacrifices...

yeah, like your dignity. take the honda out did ya?

[banditrider]

Doh! Busted...

[86GSXR]

Beautiful day in Wellie. Had a good ride down last night. Man the traffic was intense, especially coming out of town. It was great being able to filter from Waikanae virtually. Mangrips very useful!

Checked out Courtenay Place for dinner on a Friday night, just as good. Michelle got lot's of admiring looks from 'the girls', if ya know what I mean ;) must have been the leather jacket :yes:

We're just about to head out on the Tiger for a tour of Wellie and surrounds. First stop, WMC to check out the new XB12 in, get this 'Thrust Blue' :gob:

[mowgli]

Weather's pretty nice up here in Palmy. The metguessers aren't forecasting any moisture. Might head out for an afternoon ride once the day warms up a bit.

[ynot slow]

Ride safe people,might endeavour to get out this arvo for small ride,bloody ribs still tickle so no major distances,coffee ride might suffice.

[chanceyy]

Beautiful day in Wellie. Had a good ride down last night. Man the traffic was intense, especially coming out of town. It was great being able to filter from Waikanae virtually. Mangrips very useful!

Checked out Courtenay Place for dinner on a Friday night, just as good. Michelle got lot's of admiring looks from 'the girls', if ya know what I mean ;) must have been the leather jacket :yes:

We're just about to head out on the Tiger for a tour of Wellie and surrounds. First stop, WMC to check out the new XB12 in, get this 'Thrust Blue' :gob:

:gob: alright .. :rolleyes:"Thrust blue" .. where the hell do they come up with those names :nono:

:devil2: yes that was me flashing my lights at you guys yesterday .. just by the corner in Kimberly road .. :bleh:

see ya's later :nya: .. have a great day

[NZsarge]

Weather's pretty nice up here in Palmy. The metguessers aren't forecasting any moisture. Might head out for an afternoon ride once the day warms up a bit.

Cheers, was just going to post asking about the weather, is it still ok?

[NZsarge]

Quite chilly on the Friday nite ride tonight...


Yea Sarge called in to see me at work and left about 5.30 and it was dam cold then

I think perhaps coz it was overcast by the time I left Palmy it was'nt cold in the extreme, just scraped into what i'd call comfortable enough... It was a whole lot warmer than Yod's birthday ride....





y'know... the one I bailed on...

[mowgli]

Cheers, was just going to post asking about the weather, is it still ok?

Yup. High cloud. Light wind. Wife's back. Kids noisy. I'll be off shortly. Dunno where. Don't care.

[NZsarge]

Yup. High cloud. Light wind. Wife's back. Kids noisy. I'll be off shortly. Dunno where. Don't care.

Sounds about the same as it is here, not tropical though, ride safe.

[86GSXR]

:gob: alright .. :rolleyes:"Thrust blue" .. where the hell do they come up with those names :nono:

Hard to say really, but we hauled it out and checked it out. Very similar, but with a lower seat and somehow Buell have managed to drop 30 kgs from from last years model! So, looks attractive :yes:

Then took Michelle on a big tour of the Bays, Mt Vic, Seatoun, Wind turbine, Karori, Kelburn, Terrace, City and Ori Bay for latte by the sea. The Tiger was perfect for dealing to Wellie's terrain.

Leaving soon, good to hear the weather's behaving :yes:

[mowgli]

Sounds about the same as it is here, not tropical though, ride safe.
Thanks. Massey-Saddle-Track-Home. Saw a few riders and one group at the Balance bridge. Iḿ ready to deal with the kids again now :msn-wink:

[KiwiKat]

Cowboyz just just fitted my front tyre :niceone:(less swearing than I imagined) so I'm holding out for fine weather tomorrow and the run across Fields Track with Feilding Riders. I see a few Tribesmen in town, open face, fingerless gloves :cold:- not for me.

[cowboyz]

fuck that guys hot! still havent decided if I showing up tomorrow or not. depends if I still got the sniffles or not.

[banditrider]

Not sure who you're talking about as I can only see you in the photo...

BTW: you're coming on the ride!

[ynot slow]

fuck that guys hot! still havent decided if I showing up tomorrow or not. depends if I still got the sniffles or not.

No sign of large hammer in pic,and it's a suzuki too.

Sneezing in helmet ranks with chundering in bog when someone has put geletine down the bog.

[cowboyz]

just remembered I have to check on my cash situation too. since my wallet got stolen I havent had a chance to get to town to put a pin number on my eftpos card they sent out so I got limited funds.

[NZsarge]

Cowboyz just just fitted my front tyre :niceone:(less swearing than I imagined) so I'm holding out for fine weather tomorrow and the run across Fields Track with Feilding Riders..

Take it ultra easy if it's wet tomorrow as the tyre won't scrub in in wet conditions.

[KiwiKat]

Take it ultra easy if it's wet tomorrow as the tyre won't scrub in in wet conditions.

It's one of BR's old jandals. Well scrubbed but still smells a tad.:rofl:

[banditrider]

It's one of BR's old jandals. Well scrubbed but still smells a tad.:rofl:

Smells of East Cape...

[NZsarge]

It's one of BR's old jandals. Well scrubbed but still smells a tad.:rofl:

Take it ultra easy if it's wet tomorrow as bald tyre's won't grip in the wet... :msn-wink:

[86GSXR]

Some pics from Wellie.

It was interesting spotting this blue Tiger with engine bars and Two Bro's pipe.

WMC is still as much fun and cool place to chill out in as it was when I bought my first Gixxer there in 88 :yes:

Really enjoyed zipping around town on the Tiger. It proved to be a great bike for dealing with all the hills and narrow streets. Trip down memory lane for me as I used to do the same thing as a teen on my XL 250. Although I don't think it would have coped too well with the Wainui firebreaks :spanking:

Great day out :D

[Monamie]

A stunning weekend-managed to stay dry.....and nearly warm!!

Welly was great and I count myself lucky to have had a guided tour.It was fun zipping around the streets from one lookout to the next-best way to see the city. (hanging on for dear life on the back of a motorbike:bleh:-oh and going up oneway streets the wrong way:rolleyes:)-it really is a lovely, interesting city with a lot happening all hours of the day/night.

Saw a very nice,much lighter (by nearly 30kgs) 2009 Buell Uly for a resonable price...wondering what they left off to make the weight difference:confused:-whatever it is it can't be needed so I could take it off mine:devil2:

[ynot slow]

Can't beat Wellyville on a good day eh.Be afraid when ladies look so engrossed in figures or written things.

[Monamie]

Can't beat Wellyville on a good day eh.Be afraid when ladies look so engrossed in figures or written things.

You should have seen me in the jewellery shop:eek:

Anyway ....he had a bike magazine....with tyres in it:drool::drool:

[Owl]

You should have seen me in the jewellery shop:eek:

There goes the 30kg weight saving!:laugh:

[86GSXR]

Yeah, lucky I'm rich, eh ;) :laugh:

[Owl]

Yeah, lucky I'm rich, eh ;) :laugh:

Yeah, though it sounds like you had a good time down there!

Nice pics too, but I'm not sold on that "Thrust Blue"!:mellow:

[cowboyz]

ok. who stole 86s log on??

[86GSXR]

Yeah, though it sounds like you had a good time down there!

Nice pics too, but I'm not sold on that "Thrust Blue"!:mellow:

Excellent time Al, Wellie's a great place, more so when a great lady and great bikes are involved. Thrust blue wasn't bad, a bit dark but they also had a very nice one in red.


ok. who stole 86s log on??

No, I admit it (nice tyre job btw) :niceone:

[cowboyz]

you up for a GLC metting tomorrow?

[86GSXR]

It's about time we revived it. I don't finish til 3.30 tho........

[cowboyz]

bugger! whats this work getting in the way for! You work too hard and you will be evicted from the GLC

[NZsarge]

Saw a very nice,much lighter (by nearly 30kgs) 2009 Buell Uly for a resonable price...wondering what they left off to make the weight difference:confused:-whatever it is it can't be needed so I could take it off mine:devil2:
That's what I was thinking, 30kg is one hell of a weight saving for what is pretty much the same bike...



Anyway ....he had a bike magazine....with tyres in it:drool::drool:
Yep! Chicks dig tyres!




But we always knew that..



There goes the 30kg weight saving!:laugh:
:laugh:

[chanceyy]

Some pics from Wellie.

Great day out :D

Great pics Babe :clap: .. glad you guys had a fabulous time :sunny:


You should have seen me in the jewellery shop:eek:

Anyway ....he had a bike magazine....with tyres in it:drool:

:rofl: you rock chick, jewellery is NICE

and wot more could he want :laugh:


btw great to do the girlz thing sat nite & catch up - road trip was great



Yeah, lucky I'm rich, eh ;) :laugh:

absolutely rich comes in so many forms :niceone:

[ynot slow]

absolutely rich comes in so many forms :niceone:


Oh so bloody true,monetary rich helps but health rich is better.Had call to say mums older brother died,first of her family to do so,and he was waiting for heart valve operation,mum was supposed to have minor(if minor at 68yrs)surgery this Weds,so that has been canned,she also has a dose of the flu as well.

[86GSXR]

Great pics Babe :clap: .. glad you guys had a fabulous time :sunny:
:rofl: you rock chick, jewellery is NICE and wot more could he want :laugh:
btw great to do the girlz thing sat nite & catch up - road trip was great absolutely rich comes in so many forms :niceone:

Absolutely true :yes: The good things in life make it worthwhile don't they :sunny:


Oh so bloody true,monetary rich helps but health rich is better.Had call to say mums older brother died,first of her family to do so,and he was waiting for heart valve operation,mum was supposed to have minor(if minor at 68yrs)surgery this Weds,so that has been canned,she also has a dose of the flu as well.

Sorry to hear that Tony! It's not been a great year for health related issues has it.

[Flynn]

Saw a very nice,much lighter (by nearly 30kgs) 2009 Buell Uly for a resonable price...wondering what they left off to make the weight difference:confused:-whatever it is it can't be needed so I could take it off mine:devil2:

Hey, write to father christmas, you just never know ya luck, he might just deliver:msn-wink:I'm sure there's a tiger some where you could swap for it:shutup:

Sorry to hear of your loss, Tony, Condolences mate, to all.

[cowboyz]

I am now officailly unemployed again. time to reunite the GLC



well had to get the jumper leads on the bike again! I really need to get out more!

Anyhow, had a meeting of the Gentlemen of Leisure Club. Good catch up with the king of latte...

Unfortunately I have to resign from the GLC after 1 day cause I got another temp contract already.

Damn!

[Meanie]

well had to get the jumper leads on the bike again! I really need to get out more!

Anyhow, had a meeting of the Gentlemen of Leisure Club. Good catch up with the king of latte...

Unfortunately I have to resign from the GLC after 1 day cause I got another temp contract already.

Damn!

No rest for the wicked, noticed your car was gone bright and earl this morning, now i know why

[86GSXR]

Hey, write to father christmas, you just never know ya luck, he might just deliver:msn-wink:I'm sure there's a tiger some where you could swap for it:shutup:

Sorry to hear of your loss, Tony, Condolences mate, to all.

I'm sure Father Christmas will have some sterling ideas this year :innocent:


well had to get the jumper leads on the bike again! I really need to get out more!

Anyhow, had a meeting of the Gentlemen of Leisure Club. Good catch up with the king of latte...

Unfortunately I have to resign from the GLC after 1 day cause I got another temp contract already.

Damn!

You can still be a member even if you're working, the subs are less, actually :mellow:


No rest for the wicked, noticed your car was gone bright and earl this morning, now i know why

Knew a man of his talents wouldn't languish for long :niceone:

[cowboyz]

finished that at 3.30pm this arvo. ( it was just a 2 day thing)/ Got another job for fri by 4.30pm. Hating this recession where there is no work around!

[Flynn]

I'm sure Father Christmas will have some sterling ideas this year :innocent:


:rofl::rofl: He is real isn't he?



finished that at 3.30pm this arvo. ( it was just a 2 day thing)/ Got another job for fri by 4.30pm. Hating this recession where there is no work around!

Oh to be so popular:shit:

[Meanie]

Thinking of doing the Apiti loop on Sunday if the weather is ok, up to Mangaweka then back through vinger hill

[Owl]

Thinking of doing the Apiti loop on Sunday if the weather is ok, up to Mangaweka then back through vinger hill

You haven't seen the weather forecast then Meanie?

I think tomorrow may be the only day for riding.:crybaby:

http://www.metservice.co.nz/public/localWeather/palmerston-north.html

[NZsarge]

You haven't seen the weather forecast then Meanie?

I think tomorrow may be the only day for riding.:crybaby:

http://www.metservice.co.nz/public/localWeather/palmerston-north.html

Yeah, the average weather in the weekends is getting a little old eh, role on summer, was going to get a ride today but woke up feeling a bit shite, stayed warm all day and i'll see how I feel tomorrow I guess.

[banditrider]

Might be heading to the Bay tomorrow but if not then could be keen either day.

[Owl]

Yeah, the average weather in the weekends is getting a little old eh, role summer, was going to get a ride in today but woke up feeling a shite, stayed warm all day and i'll see how I feel tomorrow I guess.

Old is sooooo right! Still got to test out those Mangrips, so I'll even ride in the rain tomorrow if need be:yes:

[Meanie]

Ah well we will see what Sunday brings

[ynot slow]

Perfect day today almost weather wise.Left Stratford in fog from dads place,visibility about 70mts,and took 10km for fog to clear,mountain wasn't viewable untill I spied it in mirror at Patea,shitload of snow on it:cold:

The sight of Ruapehu snow capped and the view of Palmy hills about lunchtime was brilliant,shame it turned to rubbish this arvo with cloud.

[cowboyz]

Thinking of doing the Apiti loop on Sunday if the weather is ok, up to Mangaweka then back through vinger hill

could be up for a pootle

[Owl]

Ah well we will see what Sunday brings

I see the forecast has changed again and looks much better for Sunday.:laugh:

:sunny::sunny::sunny:

[NZsarge]

I see the forecast has changed again and looks much better for Sunday.:laugh:

:sunny::sunny::sunny:

Yeah I think i'll wait and see, if the weathers ok I could be a starter for a spin on Sunday.

[banditrider]

What's it like up your way at the 'mo Sarge?

[NZsarge]

What's it like up your way at the 'mo Sarge?

I'ts pea soup mate, but there does'nt seem to be any sign of the higher winds they were talking of in the forecast's.

[banditrider]

Yeah, talked to the old man and he reckons it's bucketting down up there. might have to wait til tomorrow...

[NZsarge]

Yeah, talked to the old man and he reckons it's bucketting down up there. might have to wait til tomorrow...

It's not raining here where I am but as we can get our own little climate going in this valley I would'nt pay that too much attention.

[NZsarge]

I can't stand sitting around the house so i'm heading over for coffee later if anyone is interested, maybe 3 o'clockish, will check back later and see.

[Owl]

I can't stand sitting around the house so i'm heading over for coffee later if anyone is interested, maybe 3 o'clockish, will check back later and see.

I'll probably be keen Sarge! Got a few things to do this morning, but the afternoon is fairly clear.

I'll have my phone on later!

[NZsarge]

I'll probably be keen Sarge! Got a few things to do this morning, but the afternoon is fairly clear.

I'll have my phone on later!

Ok then, i'll check again and post a time later after i've done the stuff I need to do, cell phone on, noted.

[ynot slow]

Keen to do short ride to see how body reacts to bike,keen for coffee excuse jaunt.If only 10km that be fine,hell can't think last time bike was ridden.

[Elysium]

Weather looks ok today. I took a ride an hour ago and roads look to be drying up slightly.

[NZsarge]

Coffee 3:30 either Cuba or Moxxies I guess. (both in coffee street, george st I think it's called if I remember correctly).

[Elysium]

Cafe Cuba is on Cuba St, not sure of Moxxies as I haven't been there before.

[Owl]

Cafe Cuba is on Cuba St, not sure of Moxxies as I haven't been there before.

Cafe Cuba is on the corner of Cuba, George St and Moxxie's is the corner of George, Main St!:bleh:

[Elysium]

Well that shows how much of a coffee freak I am then. :laugh:

[Owl]

Well that shows how much of a coffee freak I am then. :laugh:

That makes two of us! It doesn't seem that long ago, when a short black was a pigmy and a flat white was a squashed pedestrian.:(

[Owl]

Oh yeah, the sun is out now Sarge. Looking good!:yes:

:sunny:

[Elysium]

Yep just put my washing out 5 mins ago.

[ynot slow]

Well that shows how much of a coffee freak I am then. :laugh:

Heck you can't be part of the Manawatu scene unless you're a latte offianado,so I was told when moving here,now firmly entrenched in the scene lol.A ride here isn't complete unless a coffee stop is planned,in fact I think the coffeee is planned first and ride worked around that.

[cowboyz]

got a one day job in marton for today so had to do halcombe hill on the commute. Life is so hard. Halcombe hill rocks. even with the road works

[Meanie]

Leaving Ashhurst at about 10 tomorrow morning if the weather is ok, Valley east road to kimbolton then on to Mangaweka if the weather holds Ill post by 9.00 in the morning to confirm

[cowboyz]

gonna be awesome. leave Mrs C with all the kids and we are gone-burger. Get that Yoddy to show us the way. Bout time there was a decent ride in decent weather going on!

Met a guy from hunterville today riding a Vrod who is keen to catch up and go for a pootle

[Meanie]

gonna be awesome. leave Mrs C with all the kids and we are gone-burger. Get that Yoddy to show us the way. Bout time there was a decent ride in decent weather going on!

Met a guy from hunterville today riding a Vrod who is keen to catch up and go for a pootle

A Harley..........catch up.................now thats funny, oh shit thats right its an Ashhurst ride, might pay to ask him to wait for us

[Meanie]

Grotty out there this morning, windy and cloudy with the threat of rain towards the hills. Monie isnt fussed on riding in the wind, not sure if i want to either, Anyone still keen?

[GSVR]

Riders on the storm
Riders on the storm
Into this house were born
Into this world were thrown
Like a dog without a bone
An actor out on loan
Riders on the storm


Therewill hopefully be branches across the road and all sorts of windblown crap to make the ride memorable. I would turn up but would feel out of place as I don't have heated grips.

[Meanie]

Riders on the storm
Riders on the storm
Into this house were born
Into this world were thrown
Like a dog without a bone
An actor out on loan
Riders on the storm


Therewill hopefully be branches across the road and all sorts of windblown crap to make the ride memorable. I would turn up but would feel out of place as I don't have heated grips.

You been puffing on the green stuff again :doobey:

[GSVR]

You been puffing on the green stuff again :doobey:

The sun is shining the wind has died down. What time is the ride?

[Meanie]

The sun is shining the wind has died down. What time is the ride?

Windy as here, where are you

[Owl]

I might see what happens this arvo, as the wind is expected to ease later.

Great choice of song Garry!:laugh:

[Meanie]

Ok going to brave it and see what happens, may end up being a short ride Mobil Ashhurst at 10 00 for anyone wanting to come

[cowboyz]

Ok going to brave it and see what happens, may end up being a short ride to Mobil Ashhurst and back at 10 00 for anyone wanting to come

yep/. im up for that one!

[NZsarge]

I might see what happens this arvo, as the wind is expected to ease later.

Yeah not that buzzed about the wind, i'd go with this option I reckon.

Ok going to brave it and see what happens, may end up being a short ride Mobil Ashhurst at 10 00 for anyone wanting to come

As above, you could always do a shorter rider later, wait and see if the wind does die down.

[Meanie]

Ok Ill wait untill later to see what the rest of you are doing so wont be at the Ashhurst Mobil now

[NZsarge]

It a very heavy wind here, that in it's self ain't quite so bad but through the f'ing heavy gusts that join about every 15 seconds and i'm not that keen at the moment. If you get caught out in this and add some rain with this high wind could blow in in the drop of a hat and it could end up being one nasty/dangerous ride, sounds like a lot of what if's but given the time of year highly possible, at least if the wind dropped considerably rain would during the ride would'nt mean squat in the larger picture.

[NZsarge]

Ok Ill wait untill later to see what the rest of you are doing so wont be at the Ashhurst Mobil now

What time are you going to revisit the possibility of riding?

[banditrider]

What time are you going to revisit the possibility of riding?

Good question! :scooter:

[dogsnbikes]

What time are you going to revisit the possibility of riding?

Not too bad over this way some gust ranging from westerly to nor westerly but its easing

[Meanie]

the wind is easing here. will be more sheltered in the valley. HTFU and get on ya bikes! I say go at 11!

[cowboyz]

Im in. whos coming at 11?

[banditrider]

Might just have to.

[NZsarge]

Just stepped outside to get firewood, i'd be really stupid to get on a bike right now, fark me it blowing a like forty thousand barstards out there. Good luck if you decide to ride..

[Meanie]

Awesome...............

[Owl]

Im in. whos coming at 11?


Might just have to.


Awesome...............

Hope you have a goody guys!:yes: I'm heading South after midday.:yes:

[ezirider]

Im in. whos coming at 11?

I think I'm in.. bike is finally fixed after 8 weeks off the road.

[Owl]

I think I'm in.. bike is finally fixed after 8 weeks off the road.

Good shit Nigel!:niceone:

[ynot slow]

Had a look at Te Papa site,the Formula 1 exhibition looks good,when we get some fine weather a cruisy trip down sounds like the bizzo.

[ezirider]

good ride thanks guys. bit breezy but not a problem really.

[Owl]

Had a wee pootle down to Shannon this arvo with Pegasus. Met up with some well known regulars at the Horseman for coffee.

Nice ride back to Palmy with 86 & Mo on the Daytona:D and a quick stop at Anza before heading home.

[Meanie]

good ride thanks guys. bit breezy but not a problem really.

Yea i enjoyed the ride, certainly needed it. Wind was a bit of fun but not dangerous
I see the Kimbolton Cafe up for sale. Probably take a while id imagine
What was the wind like south

[Owl]

What was the wind like south

Still gusty there and back, but I didn't find it too bad. Tracy got blown around a bit though on the VL and didn't think much of it.:nono:

[86GSXR]

Nice pics Al (looks like Sadra caught ya tho lol), Michelle gave me that haircut last nite :yes: It was a great wee catchup and really good to get the Daytona out. Michelle's first time on it and she was very impressed, especially on the way back :woohoo: Good to see the mighty S3 manned up too lol.

The longer ride sounded good, especially good route! We were moving stuff out of my flat before the new tenants move in at 1100 tho.

[cowboyz]

valley east road was as good as it always is. nice pootle out round the block

[NZsarge]

Wind over here died down about 3ish or so it seemed, went to town in the car at 5:30 and the Statesman or "great white whale" as my nephew calls it was getting shoved about a bit, glad to here you guys had a safe and enjoyable ride.

[cowboyz]

just signd up for the tt2000. WOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOO

thought I better take a bike along with all the 1300-1400s on the ride they might think its a tractor run

[chanceyy]

Had a wee pootle down to Shannon this arvo with Pegasus. Met up with some well known regulars at the Horseman for coffee.

Nice ride back to Palmy with 86 & Mo on the Daytona:D and a quick stop at Anza before heading home.

Was great to have a catch up although a wee bit of envy you guys could ride ya bikes ...



Still gusty there and back, but I didn't find it too bad. Tracy got blown around a bit though on the VL and didn't think much of it.:nono:

But she did it :wari: good on her .. and looking nice & confident on take offs :clap:


Nice pics Al (looks like Sandra caught ya tho lol), Michelle gave me that haircut last nite :yes: It was a great wee catchup and really good to get the Daytona out. Michelle's first time on it and she was very impressed, especially on the way back :woohoo: Good to see the mighty S3 manned up too lol.

The longer ride sounded good, especially good route! We were moving stuff out of my flat before the new tenants move in at 1100 tho.

That bike certainly has something about it ..

ps might have to get you to take BB for a run for me .. I just might have to be on the back to make sure you treat her right though :whistle:

[banditrider]

just signd up for the tt2000. WOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOO

thought I better take a bike along with all the 1300-1400s on the ride they might think its a tractor run

About fricken time! Might have to do a practice in October...

[cowboyz]

you see this

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=103673

[Pegasus]

Still gusty there and back, but I didn't find it too bad. Tracy got blown around a bit though on the VL and didn't think much of it.:nono:

Yea, I think I should have stuck with Sarge's option, or taken the car. At least I know what to do when the wind blows the car accross the lane. It was a very slow trip home for me. Did my confidence more harm than good. :(

But hey I made it home in one piece. So I guess that goes in the experience basket now.

[86GSXR]

Don't worry too much Tracy. The Bonnie will be heavier which makes a big difference :yes:

[cowboyz]

Yea, I think I should have stuck with Sarge's option, or taken the car. At least I know what to do when the wind blows the car accross the lane. It was a very slow trip home for me. Did my confidence more harm than good. :(

But hey I made it home in one piece. So I guess that goes in the experience basket now.

It is all part of the adventure.

Once apon a time I rode through national park in the snow. It was so cold I couldnt feel my arms, legs or face. Bike was sliding all over the place and I think I managed to get to 30k/hr a couple of times. I was quite young (not that I am not now) and I learnt more in the 3 hours of riding than I could have imagined. Mostly I learnt to check the fucking weather forcast before leaving.......

[chanceyy]

Yea, I think I should have stuck with Sarge's option, or taken the car. At least I know what to do when the wind blows the car accross the lane. It was a very slow trip home for me. Did my confidence more harm than good. :(

But hey I made it home in one piece. So I guess that goes in the experience basket now.

I know how you feel T .. been there & done that .. if its a constant strong wind its easier to ride than gusts that blow you around suddenly. however babe yes you can add it to the experienced list and when you do upgrade to a heavier bike its not as bad as the lighter 250's

I know you feel your confidence has taking a bashing but once you realise you did it & got back home safely then its definitely an accomplishment, doesn't mean u have to like it but you have done it .. on ya chick :clap:

[Owl]

Yea, I think I should have stuck with Sarge's option, or taken the car. At least I know what to do when the wind blows the car accross the lane. It was a very slow trip home for me. Did my confidence more harm than good. :(

But hey I made it home in one piece. So I guess that goes in the experience basket now.

Harden up!

Next you'll be wanting Mangrips:rolleyes:

[oscarnz]

Harden up!

Next you'll be wanting Mangrips:rolleyes:

Tracey will hopefully give you the bash for that comment. :Pokey:
You are suppose to be supportive!!!!!:

We all want Mangrips

[Owl]

Tracey will hopefully give you the bash for that comment. :Pokey:
You are suppose to be supportive!!!!!:

We all want Mangrips

Yeah, I have a habit of typing before I think:bash:

I should've waited for her to cook tea first:D

[ynot slow]

I should've waited for her to cook tea first:D

You must have let her out of the kitchen though,unless it's a wireless laptop on the kitchen bench.:nono:

[86GSXR]

I think I'll stay out of the kitchen arguement (wireless is goooood) :dodge:


That bike certainly has something about it ..

ps might have to get you to take BB for a run for me .. I just might have to be on the back to make sure you treat her right though :whistle:

That bike certainly does! I have a feeling she'll be well exercised on a regular basis :wari:

Another ride on BB sounds like a sterling plan. Opiki eh :rockon:


It is all part of the adventure. Bike was sliding all over the place and I think I managed to get to 30k/hr a couple of times.

No chance of a ticket then?

[cowboyz]

No chance of a ticket then?

actually, it was alot like riding with hondas........

[banditrider]

actually, it was alot like riding with hondas........

You mean having them make you look like you're only doing 30km/h?

[chanceyy]

That bike certainly does! I have a feeling she'll be well exercised on a regular basis :wari:

Another ride on BB sounds like a sterling plan. Opiki eh :rockon:



:drool: Opiki :drool: :drool: :drool: :scratch: hmm but they taken out our peg scraping corner .. so may have to be linton way this time

[Pegasus]

But she did it :wari: good on her .. and looking nice & confident on take offs :clap:

And here was me, thinking at the time, you would probably growl at me for getting too cocky with the take off. :laugh:


It is all part of the adventure.

Once apon a time I rode through national park in the snow. It was so cold I couldnt feel my arms, legs or face. Bike was sliding all over the place and I think I managed to get to 30k/hr a couple of times. I was quite young (not that I am not now) and I learnt more in the 3 hours of riding than I could have imagined. Mostly I learnt to check the fucking weather forcast before leaving.......

I did manage a little more than 30ks, even got up to 100 in the sheltered bits. Was making sure there was nothing comming up behind me for the corners though. Pulled over a few times and let the cars way back catch up and get past, so I didn't have to worry about them too. :sweatdrop


Harden up!

Next you'll be wanting Mangrips:rolleyes:
:spanking:
That's the last time I spend all that time in the kitchen cooking you toasties for tea. :laugh:

On a serious note, I think I could do with a few pointers (and some more experience) before I take on wind gusts like that again.

[86GSXR]

actually, it was alot like riding with hondas........

That's fast for a Honda..........


You mean having them make you look like you're only doing 30km/h?

No, you're thinking of Triumph.......


:drool: Opiki :drool: :drool: :drool: :scratch: hmm but they taken out our peg scraping corner .. so may have to be linton way this time

OK then, still plenty of good corners up that way eh :drool: :laugh:


And here was me, thinking at the time, you would probably growl at me for getting too cocky with the take off. :laugh:

You wheelied the VL? :clap:


I think I could do with a few pointers (and some more experience) before I take on wind gusts like that again.

Try these :yes:

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=47845&highlight=riding+wind

[Pegasus]

You wheelied the VL? :clap:


:rofl:
No, not that cocky.

[yod]

actually, it was alot like riding with hondas........


That's fast for a Honda..........



:Oi: :mad:

[86GSXR]

:Oops: sorry, sometimes it's easy to forget that people do actually own them :dodge: :D

[cowboyz]

:Oi: :mad:


:Oops: sorry, sometimes it's easy to forget that people do actually own them :dodge: :D

well not real people. only pretend people who pop out every now and then

[chanceyy]

And here was me, thinking at the time, you would probably growl at me for getting too cocky with the take off. :laugh:

:spanking:
That's the last time I spend all that time in the kitchen cooking you toasties for tea. :laugh:

On a serious note, I think I could do with a few pointers (and some more experience) before I take on wind gusts like that again.


No growling babe .. nice n smooth with a hint of speed :laugh:

yeah no toasties for Owl .. when does he cook :shutup:

may do a few wee girly runs soon babe :blip: boys can go in the opposite direction and meet up for lunch (so they can pay)



OK then, still plenty of good corners up that way eh



hmm and I know where to find a few more :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:

[Pegasus]

No growling babe .. nice n smooth with a hint of speed :laugh:

yeah no toasties for Owl .. when does he cook :shutup:

may do a few wee girly runs soon babe :blip: boys can go in the opposite direction and meet up for lunch (so they can pay)


Owl, cook. :lol: You havent seen the mess in the kitchen after he cooks :eek:

Girly ride sounds good though :ride:

[yod]

well not real people. only pretend people who pop out every now and then

what is this 'pop out' you speak of?

[cowboyz]

what is this 'pop out' you speak of?

what size your leathers?

[Flynn]

The top half too, .... not the bottom half:sleep:

[cowboyz]

Lalallalalalallalallalalalalallalalallalalala

[BigG]

Group of us coming down your way on Sat morning, heading to Southwards car muesium hope to get there about 10 is then up from there to Levin RSA for lunch about 1.30 then home or Manfeild, welcome to join in somewhare along the line.

[NZsarge]

Group of us coming down your way on Sat morning, heading to Southwards car muesium hope to get there about 10 is then up from there to Levin RSA for lunch about 1.30 then home or Manfeild, welcome to join in somewhare along the line.

Duly noted, we'll see what the weekend brings, been to Southwards but that was eons ago. I myself will probably head straight to Manfeild, particularly if it's not the best weather wise.
Cheers for the heads up.