Manawatu weekend rides

[Flynn]

Mobil at what time for the apiti trek?:sleep:

[NZsarge]

Thanks guys, be great if you could fine out - otherwise, we'll just find somewhere else :clap:


If it's closed go to either the cheesecake shop, it's o.k. or the beyond the bridge cafe just over the balance bridge, I think it is o.k.:niceone:


Beyond the bridge cafe would be better I reckon, Crazyhorse, if there is a lot of you just let them know and when to avoid disappointments.

[fresh trax]

Mobil at what time for the apiti trek?:sleep: the Apiti loop sounds good - its only a few hours isn't it. if so i can take a break from study. anyone know what time:niceone:

[Flynn]

the Apiti loop sounds good - its only a few hours isn't it. if so i can take a break from study. anyone know what time:niceone:

Shall I stick my neck out and say 9.30-10am? See what sort of response I get, doesn't look like anyone is on line yet, must have been up all night chasing tags:rolleyes:

[Pegasus]

After lunch, would be best for me. Got my dad coming to visit sometime this morning.

But don't hold off for me unless it suits everyone else too. Weather ok here in town for now, but may not hold

[Pegasus]

After lunch, would be best for me. Got my dad coming to visit sometime this morning.

But don't hold off for me unless it suits everyone else too. Weather ok here in town for now, but may not hold

Just looked at the met service, you guys should go early. I will head out later if I can still handle the conditions around then.

[sinfull]

Don't look too shabby out there ! Be a bit damp for sure, but nothing horrific !

[sparkles]

so um what time is this ride happening?

[mowgli]

Don't look too shabby out there ! Be a bit damp for sure, but nothing horrific !
There's way more air than water in even the heaviest shower. Rather be riding than not.

Unfortunately wife's back to school this weekend so another day of daddy daycare :baby:

[sinfull]

There's way more air than water in even the heaviest shower. Rather be riding than not.

Unfortunately wife's back to school this weekend so another day of daddy daycare :baby:
Nearly pulled the speed3 out yesterday, even checked the oil lol ! Into my 4th week of sitting here doing squat (right through that sunny spell too arrrrrggg) Not daddy daycare, more like gramps groaning !

[banditrider]

10am sounds ok, just about to have a delayed brekkie. Roads a bit damp in places so could be slippery out the back.

[fresh trax]

Shall I stick my neck out and say 9.30-10am? See what sort of response I get, doesn't look like anyone is on line yet, must have been up all night chasing tags:rolleyes:

where are you meeting

[banditrider]

Ashhurst Mobil?

[Flynn]

10am sounds ok, just about to have a delayed brekkie. Roads a bit damp in places so could be slippery out the back.

if you reckon, we could makeit a typical ashhurst ride and change the destination and go get that tag, we should to the beach do ya think mowgli, am I about right:sleep:

[mowgli]

we should to the beach do ya think mowgli, am I about right:sleep:
I like the way you're thinking. How many kms would that be?

[banditrider]

if you reckon, we could makeit a typical ashhurst ride and change the destination and go get that tag, we should to the beach do ya think mowgli, am I about right:sleep:

Think you need to get on your bike now...

[86GSXR]

Make it just after 1015 at Ashhurst Mobil, give us time to get there?

[banditrider]

Surely you don't need to stop for coffee on the way out to Ashhurst?

[Flynn]

Make it just after 1015 at Ashhurst Mobil, give us time to get there?

I think this one might be a group photo:clap::Oi::baby::nono:

[Flynn]

How are we going to share the point?

[mowgli]

How are we going to share the point?
Sound pretty sure of yourself. Have you checked a map?

[Flynn]

Sound pretty sure of yourself. Have you checked a map?

Your just trying to scare me now

[mowgli]

Your just trying to scare me now

Nah, just trying to make sure you consider all the clues I've given. I'd struggle to get all the way to the beach and back via Stanway in under 90kms.

[NZsarge]

Don't look too shabby out there ! Be a bit damp for sure, but nothing horrific !

Bloody ratshit over this side...

[sinfull]

Bloody ratshit over this side... Looks like they might be getting a wet arse on the apiti loop now too !!

[NZsarge]

Looks like they might be getting a wet arse on the apiti loop now too !!

Nevermind, summer is on it's way... :rolleyes: (well it fucking better be!)

[Monie]

Ashhurst Mobil?

it is the moblie [it moves] lol


Surely you don't need to stop for coffee on the way out to Ashhurst?

there is the cafe domain it is open that early...

[Timaa]

so sarge, what is this machine your talking bout for 12.5? lol. z100 for 10 sounds mean to me!

[chanceyy]

had a great pillion ride (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?p=1129357162#post1129357162) today :clap: :wari: still buzzing :laugh:

[86GSXR]

Had an excellent wee ride ourselves :yes:

Got to the Mobile and decided it may be a bit wet in them there hills. So it was a matter of picking an alternate and going with that. Halcombe Hill via the backroads is always a blast and even the damp wasn't too bad.

Got to the top and Banditrider thought he may trade up to a Triumph and took the Tiger for a good thrash and I got to sample the mighty VTR! Very fun machine it is too! :niceone:

Tried to find the secret tag without much luck so back to Bulls for the latte.

Thanks to some brilliant thinking from Flynn we got online at the info centre and Michelle quickly recognised the latest tag :yes: So off we went and were lead expertly right to it :woohoo:

Pics duely taken it was back to mine to load em up before we were beaten too it - sorry KK :clap:

Back to Ashhurst, cuppa with Cowboyz and now luxuriating in front of the fire.

Great to meet the newest additions to the clan, Matt and Sparkles. Keep up the good work lads :niceone:

[KiwiKat]

NICE!:oi-grr:

[banditrider]

Had an excellent wee ride ourselves :yes:


Great day out alright. Was great to sample the Tiger :niceone:

VTR has done 250km on that tank now so you must have been gentle...

[Elysium]

Got to the top and Banditrider thought he may trade up to a Triumph and took the Tiger for a good thrash and I got to sample the mighty VTR! Very fun machine it is too! :niceone:


Did you bum get sore after riding the VTR? Think you're taking a liking to the Honda there. :niceone:

[cowboyz]

Had an excellent wee ride ourselves :yes:

Got to the Mobile and decided it may be a bit wet in them there hills. So it was a matter of picking an alternate and going with that. Halcombe Hill via the backroads is always a blast and even the damp wasn't too bad.

Got to the top and Banditrider thought he may trade up to a Triumph and took the Tiger for a good thrash and I got to sample the mighty VTR! Very fun machine it is too! :niceone:

Tried to find the secret tag without much luck so back to Bulls for the latte.

Thanks to some brilliant thinking from Flynn we got online at the info centre and Michelle quickly recognised the latest tag :yes: So off we went and were lead expertly right to it :woohoo:

Pics duely taken it was back to mine to load em up before we were beaten too it - sorry KK :clap:

Back to Ashhurst, cuppa with Cowboyz and now luxuriating in front of the fire.

Great to meet the newest additions to the clan, Matt and Sparkles. Keep up the good work lads :niceone:


was ummming and arring about getting out on the bike today. heard you guys go past and went fuck it. chase down time.

made very very good time round the apiti loop.. he he he.. wet roads for half of it but I didnt get rained on. back to feilding before figuring out you guys must have gone the other way so headed home. Was good to get out and about for a while though and good to catch up for coffee to see where I went wrong!

[dogsnbikes]

Went for a ride to Tauranga in the car does that count:niceone:.....pissed down all weekend but got a new motor for a CB:clap:As in away it was a werid trip as I had just been told by the doc it looks like I have epilepsy WTF now she is telling me I may have to wait 12 months before I can drive again but will have a better idea once I have been to see the specialist on the 3rd of next month.....

got a text from sidecarbob(steve) saying were are you? Im at your place...shit steve we are in tauranga about to call in and see you..then meanie texts to say they may comeover for a visit...sorry we in tauranga lol always the way huh:rolleyes:

on our way back today we pass steve in the paras 2 minutes later we are looking at a WRX that had been trying to drive on its roof..no phone coverage plenty of local houses though....one person still inside and was able to get free so they were all very lucky just shaken and abit of shock happening...waited an hour for emergancy services to arrive

[Owl]

Wild Hogs on TV2:clap:

[chanceyy]

As in away it was a werid trip as I had just been told by the doc it looks like I have epilepsy WTF now she is telling me I may have to wait 12 months before I can drive again but will have a better idea once I have been to see the specialist on the 3rd of next month.....



hey babe ... finally at least you may know what it is .. then it can be dealt with :hug:

funny how you have weekends like that :laugh:

& Yeah remote locations suck .. .

[dogsnbikes]

that it is

funny moment was in a secondhand shop asked the lady how much there workshop manuals were $10 she said expect for the mustang and the maori mustang manuals referrring to the zephyr:laugh:

[Flynn]

Had an excellent wee ride ourselves :yes:

Got to the Mobile and decided it may be a bit wet in them there hills. So it was a matter of picking an alternate and going with that. Halcombe Hill via the backroads is always a blast and even the damp wasn't too bad.

Got to the top and Banditrider thought he may trade up to a Triumph and took the Tiger for a good thrash and I got to sample the mighty VTR! Very fun machine it is too! :niceone:

Tried to find the secret tag without much luck so back to Bulls for the latte.

Thanks to some brilliant thinking from Flynn we got online at the info centre and Michelle quickly recognised the latest tag :yes: So off we went and were lead expertly right to it :woohoo:

Pics duely taken it was back to mine to load em up before we were beaten too it - sorry KK :clap:

Back to Ashhurst, cuppa with Cowboyz and now luxuriating in front of the fire.

Great to meet the newest additions to the clan, Matt and Sparkles. Keep up the good work lads :niceone:


Great day out alright. Was great to sample the Tiger :niceone:

VTR has done 250km on that tank now so you must have been gentle...


was ummming and arring about getting out on the bike today. heard you guys go past and went fuck it. chase down time.

made very very good time round the apiti loop.. he he he.. wet roads for half of it but I didnt get rained on. back to feilding before figuring out you guys must have gone the other way so headed home. Was good to get out and about for a while though and good to catch up for coffee to see where I went wrong!

Was an excellent ride on the mopeds, good fun had by all, thanks to all, see you newbees out again, till next weekend:chase:

[Flynn]

now luxuriating in front of the fire.

All I can add to that is YUMMMMMY carrot cake with cream cheese icing:bleh:

[Meanie]

All I can add to that is YUMMMMMY carrot cake with cream cheese icing:bleh:

Youll get fat and need to buy a concours to haul your arse around

[crazyhorse]

Beyond the bridge cafe would be better I reckon, Crazyhorse, if there is a lot of you just let them know and when to avoid disappointments.

Yeah... Balance Cafe - I think. Keep forgetting its there, haven't been for years, Boot n Braces are my favourite stopping point there. Cheers for the info guys :clap:

[Flynn]

Youll get fat and need to buy a concours to haul your arse around

Too late for that my friend, just can't afford the connie:doh:

[ynot slow]

Too late for that my friend, just can't afford the connie:doh:

Why would you want one.:spanking:

[banditrider]

Why would you want one.:spanking:

Now that's not nice! :nono: You don't see me putting down Bandits...:msn-wink:

[Owl]

Now that's not nice! :nono: You don't see me putting down Bandits...:msn-wink:

Not the 1200cc ones anyway!:D

[ynot slow]

Now that's not nice! :nono: You don't see me putting down Bandits...:msn-wink:

Hook,line and sinker lol.

I class the bandit as poor mans' connie,less power,ride etc,but $10grand to spend if ya want to.

Start at bottom working way up,would've liked could be Triumph Sprint but similar costs of 4 yr old(03-04 model had a few faults apparently) vs 1 yr old with warranty,a Sprint turned up at neighbours on weekend and was bloody nice in red,and comfy ride.

[banditrider]

Not the 1200cc ones anyway!:D

Exactly! :niceone:


Hook,line and sinker lol.

Thought as much...:bleh:

Still to sample a 1250...

[Owl]

Still to sample a 1250...

Why?:confused:

[banditrider]

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

[ynot slow]

Why?:confused:

SHUT up on triumph seat.:msn-wink:

After watching Wild Hogs I was nearly converted,to enjoying riding.

See the capital 1000 is up,nice route for it.

[banditrider]

See the capital 1000 is up,nice route for it.

I'm already in! Who is else is coming?

[Owl]

I'm already in! Who is else is coming?

Not if Bandits will be there!:oi-grr:

[Meanie]

I'm already in! Who is else is coming?

Seriously considering it
Do you meet them here or ride down to meet them

[banditrider]

I usually ride down early in the morning and finish in Palmy. Still follow the route though - John is cool with this as you've still done the k's.

Means starting at 5 though...

[Meanie]

I usually ride down early in the morning and finish in Palmy. Still follow the route though - John is cool with this as you've still done the k's.

Means starting at 5 though...

Sounds like a plan

[chanceyy]

Not if Bandits will be there!:oi-grr:

:spanking: :oi-grr:

fingers crossed my bandit will be there :bleh:

& Meanie,

Andrew, Al, Mo & Rottiguy started & ended back in palmy .. Andrew had our certs .. but they got a wee bit wet if I remember correctly :laugh:

[banditrider]

Meanie, Andrew, Al, Mo & Rottiguy started & ended back in palmy .. Andrew had our certs .. but they got a wee bit wet if I remember correctly :laugh:

Yes, my topbox is very waterproof, didn't let a drop out...

[Owl]

:spanking: :oi-grr:

fingers crossed my bandit will be there :bleh:

& Meanie,

Andrew, Al, Mo & Rottiguy started & ended back in palmy .. Andrew had our certs .. but they got a wee bit wet if I remember correctly :laugh:

I meant 1250's:whistle:

I may have to think about this ride. Bit of a challenge, but if Al can do it with all his stops, anyone can:yes:

[cowboyz]

whens this on?

[banditrider]

About 3 weeks after the GC...

[cowboyz]

damn.. I was thinking practice run

[Owl]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=105720

Just so cowboyz can find it!:msn-wink:

[banditrider]

damn.. I was thinking practice run

No reason why we can't have one, say next month?

[cowboyz]

No reason why we can't have one, say next month?

yep. thinking I gotta get some ks on the bike soon. just organising a few things.

[chanceyy]

I meant 1250's:whistle:

I may have to think about this ride. Bit of a challenge, but if Al can do it with all his stops, anyone can:yes:

:shifty: .. am sure Rottiguy will prob do it again on his 1250 :nya:

it sure was a challenge however a few lessons learned from last yrs one and not so many techinical sections should be more managable for us not used to this kinda riding - I think we can easily twist Al's arm to spend his birthday riding again (ok its a day out this time but close enough)

[banditrider]

yep. thinking I gotta get some ks on the bike soon. just organising a few things.

Plan forming, warming up Mapsource...

[86GSXR]

I'm already in! Who is else is coming?

We're in :woohoo:



Andrew, Al, Mo & Rottiguy started & ended back in palmy .. Andrew had our certs .. but they got a wee bit wet if I remember correctly :laugh:

Yeehaaa, that was a great way to start the day. Meeting my Buellbabe at 4.45 am then a rendevous with two Connies on Pioneer Highway. Man it was a cold ride down and the Piecock was lethal :eek: But, I have mangrips this year :rockon:


I may have to think about this ride. Bit of a challenge, but if Al can do it with all his stops, anyone can:yes:

Bloody soft Triumph riders :nya: :violin:

Oh wait, hang on :doh: :Oops: :D

[Meanie]

Bloody soft Triumph riders :nya: :violin:
:D

You got that right :rofl:

[ynot slow]

We're in :woohoo:

Bloody soft Triumph riders :nya: :violin:

Oh wait, hang on :doh: :Oops: :D

Hell I might go just to see ya sorry ass get off the daytona.:doctor:

Be good,might see how it goes,but just after labour weekend,and planning trip that weekend.

[86GSXR]

You got that right :rofl:

Race you to Otaki for a cup of tea and a lie down :killingme :Oops: :killingme :dodge:


Hell I might go just to see ya sorry ass get off the daytona.:doctor:

Be good,might see how it goes,but just after labour weekend,and planning trip that weekend.

I'll be taking my 'old man's' bike :devil2: Should be damn good, get that thing out of the garage before it's wheels turn square :blank:

[NZsarge]

Seriously considering it
Do you meet them here or ride down to meet them


I usually ride down early in the morning and finish in Palmy. Still follow the route though - John is cool with this as you've still done the k's.

Means starting at 5 though...


We're in :woohoo:


<_< :scratch: :blink:
Depends on the weather.. :killingme

[KiwiKat]

What date guys? :confused:

Also I've posted the WANGAS TOMCC Charity ride, Last weekend of August on the Feilding Thread.

[chanceyy]

7th November ..

[Monie]

<_< :scratch: :blink:
Depends on the weather.. :killingme


and the weather for that day is ... i think it may rain come on who cares ... lol










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[banditrider]

and the weather for that day is ... i think it may rain come on who cares ... lol

Exactly...

[KiwiKat]

Tomorrows Ride - Feilding Riders. All welcome :soon:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129360978&postcount=419

[ynot slow]

Looks a good cruise Sunday,about to head to Manfeild for a looksy soon,first race starts 10.50 or so.

[banditrider]

Goddamn hoon!

[Owl]

Goddamn hoon!

Love that second pic Andrew!

I didn't get any of you on the Tiger:doh:

[banditrider]

No worries, that one looks awesome!

My ones are here: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/230809ApitiOhingaiti#

[cowboyz]

Goddamn hoon!


I was trying to sit up as striaght as 86. really. That is a mint pic.

oh yeah.. it wasnt me............

[banditrider]

http://docs.google.com/present/view?id=dfrbcnqz_55dt44t5cn&autoStart=true

[specter]

so was it a good ride today??
slept in so missed out :(

[86GSXR]

Goddamn hoon!

That's just irresponsible!


Love that second pic Andrew!

It's rather good isn't it!

I didn't get any of you on the Tiger:doh:

Well, the Connie looked good........


No worries, that one looks awesome!

My ones are here: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/230809ApitiOhingaiti#

I concur, nice lean :yes:


I was trying to sit up as striaght as 86. really. That is a mint pic.

oh yeah.. it wasnt me............

:niceone:


http://docs.google.com/present/view?id=dfrbcnqz_55dt44t5cn&autoStart=true

:laugh:


so was it a good ride today??
slept in so missed out :(

Excellent ride today. Perfect weather and great company.

AND, I sampled the Connie! Now I have a problem. I WANT one!

Huge thanks to Andrew for trusting me with his prize possession. I hadn't really expected to sample this bike in his lifetime but I'm extremely glad I did.

First impression was the weight. Some 280 kgs, some 85 kgs heavier than the Tiger. Thanks to the lowish seat height this wasn't an issue manoeuvering in the carpark at the Ohingiati Pub carpark, although I wasn't game enough to try and sqeeze through the narrow gap between a parked car and some bikes. So manhandling it into a U turn was required which was surprisingly easy.

I managed to get it over some gravel and onto SH1. I'd promised Andrew I wouldn't do anything to give him heart failure and as it turned out there was no need as we cruised down towards the Vinegar Hill turnoff.

I did give it a bit of throttle and was rewarded by a very powerful response and a very smooth ride. There's bags of power and the bike tracks in a very predictable and stable manner.

The thing I really loved about it was the solid and safe feel that is imparted. It sits so well on the road and the weight is a real advantage as it plants the thing exactly where you want it to go. Apparantly this gives it real stability in the wet as well.

Those mirrors. Wow. The view behind is very good and they provide great wind protection for your hands. You even get a view of most of your own gear as well, if you're interested.

I tried the legendary electric screen, and yep, the different positions sure do make a difference. There's an odd push in the back sensation as the screen rises to it's full height which I'd imagine is caused by a pressure differential as you're cocooned in the bikes protective bubble of weatherproofness.

The fairings keep ALL windblast off your legs so I'd imagine you wouldn't get wet legs in the rain, which means a warm (ish) ride during wet cold days.

I had to give it back at the top of the Hill :weep: so I really didn't get to sample her in the twisties, but I wouldn't have been able to forgive myself if the worst came to the worst.

But I managed a couple of rolling U turns instead which inspired me with confidence.

I can certainly see why Connie riders love them, as they say, it's a lot of bike for the money. If I had the readies I'd certainly get one.

Getting back on the Tiger felt like riding a trail bike and I immediatedly noticed how much wind get's through the gaps compared with the weatherproof seal of the Concourse.

Thanks again Andrew, I can sure see how addictive the Connies are and how easy it'd be do do the miles on em :yes:

[Meanie]

And he saw the light.................

Im a little dissapointed i didnt come today but Monie worked last night and went to bed this morning when she got home, realy didnt want to leave Brandon alone and didnt want to wake the sleeping bueaty, so mowed the lawns instead :weep:

[banditrider]

I had to give it back at the top of the Hill :weep: so I really didn't get to sample her in the twisties, but I wouldn't have been able to forgive myself if the worst came to the worst.

Yes, you were far more polite than my old man when he rode it. He made sure that he rode it all the way through the Hill to Cheltenham and I was stuck on his tractor with the old lady for a pillion...

[NZsarge]

Good spin today despite only doing the V Hill bit of the ride, a wee trundle though there convinced me a new rear tyre might be in order...
I actually went up to the Kimbolton cafe and waited there as I thought the plan was to go there for coffee mid ride but never mind, had a pleasant coffee and some french toast.

[Bonez]

Rumour has it a certain cb550f was out and about today. First time I've been out in months. Shes been sitting for over 8 months without a run, maybe more- air in the tyres, freshly charged battery, drain the carbs, fuel tap on, a few kicks on the kick start lever(remember those), then search the brain cells for the "correct" starting proceedure from cold(took a while)-3/4 choke-4 kicks-hit the starter-brooom!!!!!!!!!! Hmm one more thing...now what was it-oh yes peice of string from key to handle bars in case the key pops out.

Quiet 190km toddle for the most part apart from the occassional 160kph run on a secluded private road. Katman would be proud. Had forgotten how smooth Ronda is. Tyres need replacing cause they're a bit worn/hard/old. Anyway lifes good. I'm still alive in case anyone was wondering :rolleyes: Just taking it easy and saving the pennys.

[ynot slow]

Will be good to enjoy the rumble of a trusty 'onda again.

[Meanie]

Rumour has it a certain cb550f was out and about today. First time I've been out in months. Shes been sitting for over 8 months without a run, maybe more- air in the tyres, freshly charged battery, drain the carbs, fuel tap on, a few kicks on the kick start lever(remember those), then search the brain cells for the "correct" starting proceedure from cold(took a while)-3/4 choke-4 kicks-hit the starter-brooom!!!!!!!!!! Hmm one more thing...now what was it-oh yes peice of string from key to handle bars in case the key pops out.

Quiet 190km toddle for the most part apart from the occassional 160kph run on a secluded private road. Katman would be proud. Had forgotten how smooth Ronda is. Tyres need replacing cause they're a bit worn/hard/old. Anyway lifes good. I'm still alive in case anyone was wondering :rolleyes: Just taking it easy and saving the pennys.

Good to hear from you bonez, thought you were being a bear and hibernated for the winter

[cowboyz]

rumour has it a certain cb550f was out and about today. First time i've been out in months. Shes been sitting for over 8 months without a run, maybe more- air in the tyres, freshly charged battery, drain the carbs, fuel tap on, a few kicks on the kick start lever(remember those), then search the brain cells for the "correct" starting proceedure from cold(took a while)-3/4 choke-4 kicks-hit the starter-brooom!!!!!!!!!! Hmm one more thing...now what was it-oh yes peice of string from key to handle bars in case the key pops out.

Quiet 190km toddle for the most part apart from the occassional 160kph run on a secluded private road. Katman would be proud. Had forgotten how smooth ronda is. Tyres need replacing cause they're a bit worn/hard/old. Anyway lifes good. I'm still alive in case anyone was wondering :rolleyes: Just taking it easy and saving the pennys.

who are you?

[yod]

he's with me

[Pegasus]

Sounds like a good weekend was had by all.
I even managed to go for a little ride. Headed out Rangitikei line to Awahuri, then through to Feilding and out the back heading to Halcome. Started to wonder about my petrol situation (really need to figure out how that reserve works properly), saw a turn off for Mt Stewart (after a Smoke stop) Headed back that way, felt pretty good about the road, and my skills on it. Probably helped having done part of the same road on Saturday with the boys on a tag setting mission. Back on the main road to town. Not the ride you guys did, but enough for my little bike and skills. Had fun, that is the main thing. :yes:

[NZsarge]

Anyway lifes good. I'm still alive in case anyone was wondering :rolleyes: Just taking it easy and saving the pennys.
Good to hear man, good to hear..:niceone:

he's with me
Yes apparently.. :laugh:

Had fun, that is the main thing. :yes:

Precisely, good stuff. :niceone:

[NZsarge]

Goddamn hoon!

We caught your effort too, not on camera alas but we saw it none the less, well done, looked pretty smooth..

[banditrider]

Shhhhhh, shafties can't wheelie...

[Monie]

Rumour has it a certain cb550f was out and about today. .


It is spring and he has returned......:clap::clap::clap:

[Meanie]

Shhhhhh, shafties can't wheelie...

Oh yes they can :clap:

[yod]

Shhhhhh, shafties can't wheelie...

....unless accelerating out of Taonui Rd onto Campbell Rd apparently.....

[Dadpole]

Rumour has it a certain cb550f was out and about today.

Would that have been you I saw turning out of Mangamarie Rd onto the Track?
Was quite a treat to see one of the old Honda Fours out on the road.

[banditrider]

....unless accelerating out of Taonui Rd onto Campbell Rd apparently.....

Goddamn Pilot Roads!





(PS: the Cheltenham one rocked!)

[Bonez]

Would that have been you I saw turning out of Mangamarie Rd onto the Track?
Was quite a treat to see one of the old Honda Fours out on the road.Yip. She a '76 model. Had the old gal since '86. It was certainly a good day for a scoot.

[Bonez]

Good to hear from you bonez, thought you were being a bear and hibernated for the winterRide naked, me?
Never........................

Oh, those type of bears.

[Meanie]

Ride naked, me?
Never........................

Oh, those type of bears.

Ah yes we missed your sense of humor bonez

[NZsarge]

Ah yes we missed your sense of humor bonez

He he, yeah, funny Bonez.... Geddit?

[Meanie]

He he, yeah, funny Bonez.... Geddit?

:rofl:.....................

[banditrider]

Yip. She a '76 model. Had the old gal since '86. It was certainly a good day for a scoot.

But the important question: how is Gerble?


He he, yeah, funny Bonez.... Geddit?

Groan.......

[Bonez]

But the important question: how is Gerble?
Dead as a DoDo.

[banditrider]

Dead as a DoDo.

:doh:That sux Bonez. No hope of resurrection?

[86GSXR]

Bugger Bonez, sorry about that chief. Good to see you out tho :yes:

[Bonez]

:doh:That sux Bonez. No hope of resurrection?Possibly, but it's not a priority. Hell she may even have to become a donor for the CB ;).

[KiwiKat]

Nice to have you back.:yes: You know where I am if you need a tow. LOL.

[Bonez]

Nice to have you back.:yes: You know where I am if you need a tow. LOL.Got a few toes. And a pair of boots to fit them in.............:wari:

[KiwiKat]

Got a few toes. And a pair of boots to fit them in.............:wari:

Tight Ars... Stealing Connie's boots again. :bash:

Weekend Rides - Feilding Riders Club meeting Tomorrow night at Murray's Irish Bar Feilding. Come on, come along. Dare ya. We want to organise our Labour Weekend run.

[Flynn]

Well it is a good day, Who's up for a ride:scooter::scooter:

[sparkles]

yea, y not its :sunny:

[Flynn]

I've just had my plans changed!! a great aunt has just rung to say she is coming for lunch:blink: that's me out for now any way:2guns:

[Owl]

I've just had my plans changed!! a great aunt has just rung to say she is coming for lunch:blink: that's me out for now any way:2guns:

And that's ok with you?:confused:

[Flynn]

I've had the word from her indoors, so it has to be:sick:

[Flynn]

Got told I had dishes, washing to hang and the vaccuming to do and when I've done that I can cook lunch, Life's a breeze for me:whocares:

[Pegasus]

I've had the word from her indoors, so it has to be:sick:

Must be a Really Great Aunt, to give up a ride. :)

[Flynn]

Don't even know here really:shutup:

Got told I had to be social. I said I am on my bike with my mates, that got me a real good hot tounge, and now the cold shoulder has begun:whocares:

[Pegasus]

Don't even know here really:shutup:

Got told I had to be social. I said I am on my bike with my mates, that got me a real good hot tounge, and now the cold shoulder has begun:whocares:

Oh well..... If you do decide to break out, give us a yell. :shifty:

[Owl]

Don't even know here really:shutup:

Got told I had to be social. I said I am on my bike with my mates, that got me a real good hot tounge, and now the cold shoulder has begun:whocares:

:no:You're supposed to sort the pants issue before you get married. Then life would be a breeze!:yes:

[Flynn]

:no:You're supposed to sort the pants issue before you get married. Then life would be a breeze!:yes:

yeah was a bit slow there, no one told me the result of fathering children would get in the way of riding, :Oops:

Might try later after lunch, when they've left:Punk:

[ezirider]

Oh well..... If you do decide to break out, give us a yell. :shifty:

I'm keen for a ride as soon as poss before the weather turns to shit like it's supposed to. If anyone is keen.. maybe over the track, back over saddle road, through vinegar hill, back through halcombe.
027 488 3177

[NZsarge]

I wish I could join ya mate, sounds good. Gotta do the four wheeled thing today.

[slydesigns]

YEAH!!!! BIKES FIXED!! Thanks Owl... Switched out rectifiers and now its all good to go at 14.19V nice!

Wheelie time I think! Gonna go hit the track, balance, saddle and gorge shortly I think.

Just got to return Owls multimeter and call in at ANZA to tell them I'm not gonna need any parts afterall

0210740837 if anyone wants to tag along. Meet at BP Fitzherbert at 12.30=12.45 I guess

[Owl]

YEAH!!!! BIKES FIXED!! Thanks Owl... Switched out rectifiers and now its all good to go at 14.19V nice!

Wheelie time I think!

I'll come watch! Airport?

[slydesigns]

naa over the track... wanna come

[Owl]

naa over the track... wanna come

Yep, may as well! Where do we meet and when

[NZsarge]

0210740837 if anyone wants to tag along. Meet at BP Fitzherbert at 12.30=12.45 I guess


Yep, may as well! Where do we meet and when

..........................

[ezirider]

0210740837 if anyone wants to tag along. Meet at BP Fitzherbert at 12.30=12.45 I guess

Quick lunch and coffee and I'll meet you there

[Owl]

Yep done!:D

[Bonez]

YEAH!!!! BIKES FIXED!! Thanks Owl... Switched out rectifiers and now its all good to go at 14.19V nice!

Wheelie time I think! Gonna go hit the track, balance, saddle and gorge shortly I think.

Just got to return Owls multimeter and call in at ANZA to tell them I'm not gonna need any parts afterall

0210740837 if anyone wants to tag along. Meet at BP Fitzherbert at 12.30=12.45 I guessHow many rect/regs is that now Simon? Half a dozen? Have a good ride.

[Meanie]

:no:You're supposed to sort the pants issue before you get married. Then life would be a breeze!:yes:

Dam straight, tell them from day one eh :shutup:


How many rect/regs is that now Simon? Half a dozen? Have a good ride.

At least

[Bonez]

Saw the three mouseketeers on the Sadldle. Though I saw Horse as well. Doug and I snuck off and went for a wee meander east a bit. Boy its good to be back in the saddle so to speak. Had a tank of gas and decided to use most of it.

Gave Ronda a good check over, tightening this n that, after our run. Milage isn't all that bad considering her age as well. Hopefully the 100,000 mile mark will be reached by next winter.

[cowboyz]

Gave Ronda a good check over, tightening this n that, after our run. Milage isn't all that bad considering her age as well. Hopefully the 100,000 mile mark will be reached by next winter.

got to ride it for that to happen bonez......

[Bonez]

got to ride it for that to happen bonez......So true, so true.

[NZsarge]

Boy its good to be back in the saddle so to speak. Had a tank of gas and decided to use most of it.


Gearing up for the odd FNR eh..

[Flynn]

Wasn't too bad earlier, managed to ride to the in laws after the great aunt left, turning a bit awful now out there.

[Owl]

Wasn't too bad earlier, managed to ride to the in laws after the great aunt left, turning a bit awful now out there.

You're a sucker for punishment!

Let me get this straight:confused: You change your riding plans due to family, then get rid of family to go and visit family?:scratch:

[Meanie]

Going for a ride to Castlepoint tomorrow if anyone is keen for a ride
Leaving Ashhurst Mobil shortly after 10

[Flynn]

You're a sucker for punishment!

Let me get this straight:confused: You change your riding plans due to family, then get rid of family to go and visit family?:scratch:

Yeah my inlaws have gone for a month:whistle:

[road king]

anyone heading off to the cold kiwi tomorrow?

[Meanie]

anyone heading off to the cold kiwi tomorrow?

Not me, too bloody cold :cold:

[banditrider]

Going for a ride to Castlepoint tomorrow if anyone is keen for a ride
Leaving Ashhurst Mobil shortly after 10

Might be keen. Still got a set of PR2's that won't die...

[Meanie]

Might be keen. Still got a set of PR2's that won't die...

Sweet
Over 11000 ks on mine now and still going strong

[banditrider]

Yep, got 10 or so on mine now and at least 2k to go. Got a month to wear them out...

Came back from Napier on Sunday night in the storm - no wuckin furries!

[KiwiKat]

anyone heading off to the cold kiwi tomorrow?

Would like to but can't afford the run this week it's a buggger :wacko:
it should be a nice day though.

[NZsarge]

anyone heading off to the cold kiwi tomorrow?
Poor bastards! Fook it's cold out there...

Not me, too bloody cold :cold:
Reckon.

Might be keen. Still got a set of PR2's that won't die...
I've got one that's dead or near enough to it, getting a little slippery too, might run just a bit more pressure in the next PR2.

Going for a ride to Castlepoint tomorrow if anyone is keen for a ride
Leaving Ashhurst Mobil shortly after 10

Aww suck! Can't do that one unfortunately..

[cowboyz]

you gonna be back for dinner?

[Meanie]

you gonna be back for dinner?

Of course, you coming

[cowboyz]

ummmmmmmmmmm dunno.. decide later. bodys a bit.......... fragile.......

[banditrider]

I'm gonna bail on this one now. Too much stuff to do here. Might plan something for tomorrow.

[cowboyz]

I'm gonna bail on this one now. Too much stuff to do here. Might plan something for tomorrow.

that internt isnt gonna opinionate itself!!!!!

[banditrider]

Nope, just read something where Davo Jones (Aussie long distance Connie rider) hit a deer in the Iron Butt Rally - on the last day of the rally. Busted up pretty bad. That makes about 4-5 bikes (out of about 100) gone down due to hitting deer...

[SuperSonic]

Nope, just read something where Davo Jones (Aussie long distance Connie rider) hit a deer in the Iron Butt Rally - on the last day of the rally. Busted up pretty bad. That makes about 4-5 bikes (out of about 100) gone down due to hitting deer...

So you are going to stay home and rig up the connie so its deer proof then? Like say a tank look-a-like-thing:wacko::whistle:


PS I hope Davo and the other Connie riders are ok.:2thumbsup

[SuperSonic]

ummmmmmmmmmm dunno.. decide later. bodys a bit.......... fragile.......

Has that bugger finally hint ya??:zzzz:

[SuperSonic]

Going for a ride to Castlepoint tomorrow if anyone is keen for a ride
Leaving Ashhurst Mobil shortly after 10

Just one awesome day for it.:sunny:

I have a crap do to today so I can be free for what ever I like to do tomorrow, like ride my bike all day:2thumbsup

[banditrider]

I have a crap do to today so I can be free for what ever I like to do tomorrow, like ride my bike all day:2thumbsup


That's kinda what I've got in mind...

[Elysium]

Nope, just read something where Davo Jones (Aussie long distance Connie rider) hit a deer in the Iron Butt Rally - on the last day of the rally. Busted up pretty bad. That makes about 4-5 bikes (out of about 100) gone down due to hitting deer...

I would've thought those Connie's would easily push a deer out the way with all that mass. :bleh:

Anyhow I just heard last night the Moble at Ashurst is closing? If that's true, then where are Friday night rides going to be meet?

[banditrider]

This is what happened to another guy at some stage (not Iron Butt): http://forum.concours.org/index.php?topic=56314.0

[slydesigns]

its closing but its not being nuked off the face of the earth or replaced by a large black hole... so we can still meet there

[slydesigns]

carving a deer in half and riding out the other side... wow!

[Flynn]

I'm Coming after all,

[Flynn]

Fantastic day, ride and company for the ride to Castle point.

Thanks to those who came, made a good ride.

Hints of the Nelson District.

Wife wasn't as grumpy as first anticipated:zzzz:

[banditrider]

PS I hope Davo and the other Connie riders are ok.:2thumbsup

Unfortunately he has died of massive head injuries. Only 100 miles from the finish. Not nice at all. A very experienced rider in an unfortunate accident.

http://davojones.com/

The winner rode 12,700 miles in 11 days

[bryce]

any one doing the grand challenge this year should be next month

[banditrider]

Most definitely. In group 5. Apparently Cowboyz is even considering it...

[bryce]

got to get new worker up to speed .if he works out mite go myself .it,ll be my 5th .i,ll keep an eye on this post might beable to go up with them.

[cowboyz]

nice. will be my first and i am in group 3

[NZsarge]

So what kinda weather do you guys have over that side of the ranges?

[ynot slow]

Fine and good.

Off to Tui brewery with a group of fucken loverly Falcon XR6 & 8 with the group,just as well it iaint Wanganui,lots of badges.Heading out about 10.00 ish to hook up with those in Woodville,some bloody nice cars.

Not sure the motel owner was too happy when an old guy(65yr)lit up his 08 GTP 330 on driveway,laid nice patch of tyre,we scraped it off.330 K/W on car but has 315 at rear wheels dynoed last week.

[Owl]

So what kinda weather do you guys have over that side of the ranges?

Very very gentle breeze -5 knots so far and blue sky!:woohoo:

Or what Tony said!:D

[cowboyz]

warm and dark


(well its warm in bed. and dark with eyes closed.)

[Owl]

warm and dark


(well its warm in bed. and dark with eyes closed.)

:zzzz:

Oh such a waste!

[NZsarge]

Very very gentle breeze -5 knots so far and blue sky!:woohoo:



warm and dark


(well its warm in bed. and dark with eyes closed.)

Cool, will trundle over for coffee at some point late morning/early arvo, probably good if a ride was involved...

[NZsarge]

Plan: Coffee at beyond the bridge cafe at 12:30, discuss small ride somewhere like just over the track or some such thing unless anybody who turns up has a better idea which probably would'nt be too hard but what ever.. turn up if ya want.

[Owl]

Sounds good Sarge!

[banditrider]

Plan: Coffee at beyond the bridge cafe at 12:30, discuss small ride somewhere like just over the track or some such thing unless anybody who turns up has a better idea which probably would'nt be too hard but what ever.. turn up if ya want.

Pick up the new tag on your way over...

Hmmm, that's another hint I've given out already...

[NZsarge]

Pick up the new tag on your way over...

Hmmm, that's another hint I've given out already...

:scratch: Looked at it and thought, arsed if I know where that is...

[Owl]

:scratch: Looked at it and thought, arsed if I know where that is...

Oh bugger! I would've helped you upload the picture:laugh:

[NZsarge]

Oh bugger! I would've helped you upload the picture:laugh:

Ha ha, yeah good luck with that one!

[banditrider]

:scratch: Looked at it and thought, arsed if I know where that is...

I know, you know where it is! ;)

[banditrider]

My tag hunt: http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2009/09/tag-chasing.html

[86GSXR]

A fine weekend's motorcycling. Started off bright and early and I think it's highly likely we'll see a new Kwaka around the traps ;) After a spontaneous decision made for some 'retail therapy' three of us headed to WMC and a new blue Buell has now made it's maiden voyage to these here parts :yes: Had an amazing moonlit ride home, man, what a perfect night.

Meanwhile, young Sam unfortunately broke his leg doing a monster wheelie at the Cold Kiwi so it was a 4 am wait at A&E for someone to finally get around to putting him in a cast! Bit knackered today but the boy's alright. Apparantly it was a goodie right to the end :rockon:

[NZsarge]

I know, you know where it is! ;)

Turns out Owl knew where it was..

[NZsarge]

A fine weekend's motorcycling. Started off bright and early and I think it's highly likely we'll see a new Kwaka around the traps ;) After a spontaneous decision made for some 'retail therapy' three of us headed to WMC and a new blue Buell has now made it's maiden voyage to these here parts :yes: Had an amazing moonlit ride home, man, what a perfect night.
Sweet!
Meanwhile, young Sam unfortunately broke his leg doing a monster wheelie at the Cold Kiwi so it was a 4 am wait at A&E for someone to finally get around to putting him in a cast!
Bummer!

Bit knackered today but the boy's alright. Apparantly it was a goodie right to the end :rockon:
All good then.
Pity you could'nt make it out today, Owl and I had a nice wee tootle about the countryside..

[86GSXR]

Cheers for the invite, would've liked to but was so knackered after spending all nite at the hospital it was all we could do to get out of bed today. Still, moved some stuff around in the float and saw your bikes at ANZA as we drove past. Great day for it!

[NZsarge]

Cheers for the invite, would've liked to but was so knackered after spending all nite at the hospital it was all we could do to get out of bed today. Still, moved some stuff around in the float and saw your bikes at ANZA as we drove past. Great day for it!

Yeah fair enough Al, those all nighters take their toll aye...
Congrats to Michelle on the new bike too by the way.

[86GSXR]

They sure do at this age Sarge. Cheers for that, she may be along shortly to tell the yarn (it's a very nice machine) :yes:

[ynot slow]

Cheers for the invite, would've liked to but was so knackered after spending all nite at the hospital it was all we could do to get out of bed today. Still, moved some stuff around in the float and saw your bikes at ANZA as we drove past. Great day for it!

Oh ffs harden up it's only sleep,what else do ya do at your age.:girlfight:

[Meanie]

Awesome riding weather this week end, Rode yesterday ou to Castle point but just cruised at home today
Congrats on the new bike Monamine, very nice..........

[Flynn]

A fine weekend's motorcycling. Started off bright and early and I think it's highly likely we'll see a new Kwaka around the traps ;) After a spontaneous decision made for some 'retail therapy' three of us headed to WMC and a new blue Buell has now made it's maiden voyage to these here parts :yes: Had an amazing moonlit ride home, man, what a perfect night.

Meanwhile, young Sam unfortunately broke his leg doing a monster wheelie at the Cold Kiwi so it was a 4 am wait at A&E for someone to finally get around to putting him in a cast! Bit knackered today but the boy's alright. Apparantly it was a goodie right to the end :rockon:

I'm very jealous:calm:

[chanceyy]

Congrats again Mo .. very nice looking bike .. wots the color called again?? :whistle: :innocent: good to catch up with you guys on the way home last nite

Good to hear Sam is finally home, and was brought back to palmy last nite rather than wanganui :sweatdrop: that made it a bit closer to home :yes:

[Owl]

Congrats Mo on your new Daytona. It does however look like a blue version of your Buell!:confused:

[oscarnz]

Awesome stuff Mo, I knew you were thinking about it. :banana:

Not good news about Sam....Hope you dont have to play nurse maid for too long.

[ynot slow]

Awesome stuff Mo, I knew you were thinking about it. :banana:

Not good news about Sam....Hope you dont have to play nurse maid for too long.

Nice bike well done.

Hopefully kids heal quickly,and lucky(if leg breaking is so)to be in hospital here not 70km away,doesn't sound far but visiting daily is costly and time consuming.Similar to us in Taranaki,travel to NP-Hawera similar distance,leave home 5pm get home 9pm,and visit 2 hours.

Where would all us be without their mums eh.

[Monamie]

Hey all
Yes I have succumbed to a dose of Retail Therapy and traded `The Beastie` on........a `Thrust Blue` Uly'. Hmmm whats in a name huh (Thanks Chanceyy:bleh:) It is extremely quiet though and runs very differently than the other one.
Main diffs: Sound-no where near as cool!:oi-grr:, Windscreen has a `lip`-much better and less wind noise, supposedly 30kgs lighter-I think it is lighter but could be my over active imagination:eek5:, factory settings on suspension-way way way better and feels a lot safer too:2thumbsup:, Running around town it is much happier in 1st and 2nd gears, as before there was always the chance of a stall (lots of clutch feathering)-not sure if they have done something to change the gearing but I like it. I have bought the clear film (that GSVR told me i should buy when i bought the black bike:Oops:) to cover the wearing points on the frame.

Got the call that every mother dreads-text in this case, that Sam had a broken leg and off to hospital-unfortunately it was a busy night in A&E but I was very lucky to have 86 to talk to....when he wasn't snoozing!(thanks for being there hon 0x0x:hug:) Sam got to hospital at 6.30pm and did not get seen (apart from an x-ray) until 6.30am....they were very busy.

Sam is fine and apparently it was a really cool wheelie.....kids:angry2: He got the `hard luck` award at the Cold Kiwi.

86 and I have some wickedly cool rides this summer to put some k's on the new `Trusty Thrusty`. Have to beat 19086 kms in under a year on the last bike.:woohoo:

[chanceyy]

Hey all
Yes I have succumbed to a dose of Retail Therapy and traded `The Beastie` on........a `Thrust Blue` Uly'. Hmmm whats in a name huh (Thanks Chanceyy:bleh:) It is extremely quiet though and runs very differently than the other one.
Main diffs: Sound-no where near as cool!:oi-grr:, Windscreen has a `lip`-much better and less wind noise, supposedly 30kgs lighter-I think it is lighter but could be my over active imagination:eek5:, factory settings on suspension-way way way better and feels a lot safer too:2thumbsup:, Running around town it is much happier in 1st and 2nd gears, as before there was always the chance of a stall (lots of clutch feathering)-not sure if they have done something to change the gearing but I like it. I have bought the clear film (that GSVR told me i should buy when i bought the black bike:Oops:) to cover the wearing points on the frame.

Got the call that every mother dreads-text in this case, that Sam had a broken leg and off to hospital-unfortunately it was a busy night in A&E but I was very lucky to have 86 to talk to....when he wasn't snoozing!(thanks for being there hon 0x0x:hug:) Sam got to hospital at 6.30pm and did not get seen (apart from an x-ray) until 6.30am....they were very busy.

Sam is fine and apparently it was a really cool wheelie.....kids He got the `hard luck` award at the Cold Kiwi.

86 and I have some wickedly cool rides this summer to put some k's on the new `Trusty Thrusty`. Have to beat 19086 kms in under a year on the last bike.

so will she be TT for short?? :whistle:

Nothing like a good dose of retail therapy doll, and sounds like this bike is better suited for you

Gingin told me Sam won the hard luck award, knew something was wrong your face said it all... but as you said he was texting so you knew he was ok so to speak .. good that 86 was there to keep you company and hope Sam heals up well & soon :yes:

:hug: talk soon :yes:

[KiwiKat]

Hey all
Yes I have succumbed to a dose of Retail Therapy and traded `The Beastie` on........a `Thrust Blue` Uly'. Hmmm whats in a name huh (Thanks Chanceyy:bleh:) ...

Awesome. Can't wait to see the bike. Nice that Sam's fine,. I'll bet he's thinking "mums... motorhead"

[Pegasus]

Congrats on the new bike, can't wait to check it out in person.

Commiserations to your son, guess he will be out of action for a while, he will no doubt be going stir crazy in no time. Hope he heals quick.

[banditrider]

Who's going on this: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=106490

[Flynn]

Not me, no call sadly:bye:

[Owl]

Not me either. Gotta get the gas bottle filled, watch battery replaced and go look for a new front tyre.:done:

[NZsarge]

Any chance of a weather update?
Slowly getting better here with it still overcast but larger patches of blue peeking through all the time, quite mild too..

[cowboyz]

going to be scattered all dya... tomorrow a go.

[NZsarge]

going to be scattered all dya... tomorrow a go.

Cheers dude.

[NZsarge]

Oh yeah... Coffee at the local at 1 pm.

[Owl]

Oh yeah... Coffee at the local at 1 pm.

We'll see how we go Sarge, as I have a new tyre to fit now.:wari: AFC seem to be chewing through their Michelin stock and only had one PR2. I couldn't bring myself to buy a 120/60, so back to the trusty PP 2CT:yes:

[NZsarge]

We'll see how we go Sarge, as I have a new tyre to fit now.:wari:

Dude, lets face it, you'll be up half the night anyway, I know this coz I see you online as i'm usually up half the night too.. :laugh: You could always go for coffee and fit the tyre at 3am...


AFC seem to be chewing through their Michelin stock and only had one PR2. I couldn't bring myself to buy a 120/60, so back to the trusty PP 2CT:yes:

Yes it'll always be a Pilot Power in the front for me too I think.. Still intrigued by the Power Ones though.. hmm..

....................

[banditrider]

Just done the Honda thing. Good ride. If you go down there now you can say gidday to Aaron Slight or Shane King. They have PR2 fronts in stock too, although the powers are cheaper - $230 I think. Looked at the rears and they were freekin dear, little Honda needs one reasonably urgently...

[86GSXR]

Excellent arvo out thanks guys :yes:

Feilds Track tomorrow for those who are keen. Check out the the Feilding Ride thread.

[Owl]

Excellent arvo out thanks guys :yes:

Feilds Track tomorrow for those who are keen. Check out the the Feilding Ride thread.

Yeah cheers and the stereo is now getting caned with Frank Zappa:rolleyes:

[86GSXR]

.....lol......

[KiwiKat]

Yeah cheers and the stereo is now getting caned with Frank Zappa:rolleyes:
Sounds like a nice night. Whats the address for the party?:wari:

All riders / abilities welcome on the Fields track ride tomorrow. Apparently it was magic last week.

[Owl]

Sounds like a nice night. Whats the address for the party?:wari:

No party and all quiet now. In fact I've been out in the garage changing my front tyre. Eezy peezy I thought, until I realised I’d put it on back to front:crybaby: Off it came again, but all sorted now:sweatdrop


All riders / abilities welcome on the Fields track ride tomorrow. Apparently it was magic last week.

Still thinking about this one, so will see in the morning:mellow:

[road king]

im heading to taupo on sat morning via vinegar hill. leaving palmy around 7 30ish and setting a leisurely pace. anyone keen to tag along?

[Meanie]

We would, but we are leaving Friday to head up to Whitianga, hope the weather holds

[yod]

We would, but we are leaving Friday to head up to Whitianga, hope the weather holds

you on holiday?! you lazy kawasaki rider f*cker......:bleh:

[NZsarge]

We would, but we are leaving Friday to head up to Whitianga, hope the weather holds

Oh man!! Oh well, have a good one you lucky buggers...

[SuperSonic]

Hey I know it's a while away, and this might not be the right place, but is anyone thinking or going to the burt munro rally this year?;)
I have being thinking about going for away now and looks like I might
have enough funds/time off work to be able to go this year:banana:. So I was just seeing if any one from Manawatu going?

[road king]

Put the details/timings for Manawatu weekend rides here please and cross link it the Manawatu ride thread.

]


ok. I am starting this thread for organised rides in Manawatu.

This thread is for requesting/organising rides ONLY.

No shit talking. No discussion on anything else. Take it here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=55645&page=261) to discuss ride reports or talk shit. This is only for ride dates, times and routes and to say if you are coming or not.

Keep it tidy and it will be alot easier to keep track of.


Cheers.

BTW. dont even think of replying to this saying it is a good idea or not. If you post in this thread it has to have a date/time/route or be commenting on a suggested change of plan or suggestion.

as you were.



OK. im going for a ride tomoro leaving palmy around 7:30 ish. then stopping at mcdonalds in feilding for breakfast. then heading over vinegar hill then to taupo. anyone wants to come the whole way or part way, meet me in feilding around 8 ish:done:

[cowboyz]

OK. im going for a ride tomoro leaving palmy around 7:30 ish. then stopping at mcdonalds in feilding for breakfast. then heading over vinegar hill then to taupo. anyone wants to come the whole way or part way, meet me in feilding around 8 ish:done:


might want to check the date on that post..... Thats how it started, yes.. then come the manawatu riders..........



no fair, it'd take me about 12 years to quote all the shit thats been spouted in this and every other thread in the entire forum

You would think with your job you would be able to work out the spacing better in your sig. the arrow is way to far to the left.

[Bonez]

I'm off on a quiet toddle over to Havelock North today if anyone is interested.
Passing through Ashhurst around 9.00am leaving Mobil Main Street Palmy 8:45.

[NZsarge]

I'm off on a quiet toddle over to Havelock North today if anyone is interested.
Passing through Ashhurst around 9.00am leaving Mobil Main Street Palmy 8:45.

I'm up a bit late for that one and I have a few jobs to do first... Including putting my rear wheel back on again..

[NZsarge]

Anyone else up for a ride today? Kinda would'nt mind have a bit bigger ride than i've been doing lately. Will check back after i've done a couple of jobs..

[ynot slow]

I'm off on a quiet toddle over to Havelock North today if anyone is interested.
Passing through Ashhurst around 9.00am leaving Mobil Main Street Palmy 8:45.

Did that Friday.

[Owl]

Anyone else up for a ride today? Kinda would'nt mind have a bit bigger ride than i've been doing lately. Will check back after i've done a couple of jobs..

Yep, could be up for heading somewhere! I'll try to get in more than 4km today.:D

[NZsarge]

Yep, could be up for heading somewhere! I'll try to get in more than 4km today.:D
Jobs done.

Yeah... You've got a front tyre to run in and I have a rear tyre to do the same, i'll be on my bike shortly so i'll be in Palmy 'bout an hour and a half. Will text you when I gas up.
Meet at Anza's I guess approx 1:30. Text me if that's no good.

[Owl]

Jobs done.

Yeah... You've got a front tyre to run in and I have a rear tyre to do the same, i'll be on my bike shortly so i'll be in Palmy 'bout an hour and a half. Will text you when I gas up.
Meet at Anza's I guess approx 1:30. Text me if that's no good.

That's fine by me and I need gas too!

[NZsarge]

That's fine by me and I need gas too!

Maybe meet at BP Rangitikei then?

[Owl]

Maybe meet at BP Rangitikei then?

Yep ok, but I'll still have to go to Shell Fairway first, as I need 95.:laugh:

[NZsarge]

Yep ok, but I'll still have to go to Shell Fairway first, as I need 95.:laugh:

Ok rather than going back and forth we'll say BP 1:30, see ya there.

[ynot slow]

That's fine by me and I need gas too!

Baked beans are cheap.

[Owl]

Ok rather than going back and forth we'll say BP 1:30, see ya there.

Done!:yes:


Baked beans are cheap.

Had them last night!:laugh:

[ynot slow]

Done!:yes:



Had them last night!:laugh:

But bet my other half smelt worse and she didn't have beans(butter chicken),hopped into bed after watching test on prime,barrrrp,stink cow,nearly chundered,impressed me in a weird way.

[specter]

ride out to 100th tag....
meet at ashhurst petrol station at 2.30

[NZsarge]

Well after a rather stalled start Owl and I only did a small ride, went to open the fuel cap to gas up in Palmy and the bugger would'nt open!! Owl offered kindly to let me use some of his CRC to help free things up a bit but unfortunately that did'nt work.. :mad: Oh well we thought well just unbolt the whole shoot match and lube it from the inside... Wrong!! So after a while a decided i'd just hit it.. That worked..
This would never had happen on my Yamaha.. :lol:

[sparkles]

Well after a rather stalled start Owl and I only did a small ride, went to open the fuel cap to gas up in Palmy and the bugger would'nt open!! Owl offered kindly to let me use some of his CRC to help free things up a bit but unfortunately that did'nt work.. :mad: Oh well we thought well just unbolt the whole shoot match and lube it from the inside... Wrong!! So after a while a decided i'd just hit it.. That worked..
This would never had happen on my Yamaha.. :lol:

well at least you didn't snap your key in ur bike :crybaby:

and iv only got the one!!!!!:crybaby:

[NZsarge]

well at least you didn't snap your key in ur bike :crybaby:

and iv only got the one!!!!!:crybaby:

Bummer dude, must admit the key was bending and I thought the last thing I need is it snapped off in the fuel cap...

[blacksheep]

your poor girl is still in afc:love:

[yod]

your poor girl is still in afc:love:

dont tempt him!

nice to see you on the way to work the other day....maybe see you again soon lol

[Owl]

Well after a rather stalled start Owl and I only did a small ride, went to open the fuel cap to gas up in Palmy and the bugger would'nt open!! Owl offered kindly to let me use some of his CRC to help free things up a bit but unfortunately that did'nt work.. :mad: Oh well we thought well just unbolt the whole shoot match and lube it from the inside... Wrong!! So after a while a decided i'd just hit it.. That worked..
This would never had happen on my Yamaha.. :lol:

May have to change your name to "Clubber"?:rofl:

At least we got there in the end and yes, it never would've happened on the Yamaha:msn-wink:

There's a nice FZ1 at AFC presently:whistle:

[NZsarge]

your poor girl is still in afc:love:


dont tempt him!



May have to change your name to "Clubber"?:rofl:

At least we got there in the end and yes, it never would've happened on the Yamaha:msn-wink:

There's a nice FZ1 at AFC presently:whistle:

Yes every time I go into AFC I go and give the FZ1 a look over... I still miss it at times but i'm not cryin' over it... :devil2:
Seen pics (I highly suspect they're bullshit..) of how the next FZ1 Fazer might look, basically a cross between the current model and the new R1, whoever did the mock up did a primo job... looked mint!

[banditrider]

I was forced to ride a Yamaha and a Honda this weekend. Both suffered from too many wheels and did not lean into the corners as expected. Not enough cc's, cylinders or go either...

[ynot slow]

I was forced to ride a Yamaha and a Honda this weekend. Both suffered from too many wheels and did not lean into the corners as expected. Not enough cc's, cylinders or go either...

Bet they handled the mud great and ya didn't have to clean them.

[banditrider]

Well, yeah but I wouldn't want to do the GC on either of them.