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cowboyz
12th December 2009, 17:57
shouldnt it be renamed to teh coast to grassy bit in the middle of island somewhere.

It rained this morning but as forcast that blew over and it comeout dry all day. Hada good run from Himitangi to woodville and then a rapid run over the track. There just wasnt the bikes around there usually is.

Then after everyone piked out (apart from those who never bothered showing up in the first place) went for a quite pootle out to the beach on my lonesome. Ive seen more bikes on my way to work on a wed arvo. It was all a bit of a nonevent really. At least BR come out to talk to me at the beach.

Flynn
13th December 2009, 06:26
You see the doggiest people on the Coast to Coast...

More pics: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/121209CoastToCoast?feat=directlink

Glad I wasn't in any of those photos, with that description.

As everyone else has said, Wet to start with, then the wind from shannon to woodville was a pain to say the least. But a good cause all the same, had to do some part of it. Good on you, those who braved the whole thing.

Meanie
13th December 2009, 08:03
Pleased Monie and i showed up to go, we nearly didnt, but its a good cause and i thought we needed to support it
It was a quiet run to Woodville with a lot less bikes than previous years, i think the weather had something to do with that. Had to pull out at Woodville. First time we have done just part of it. We went car hunting in the afternoon for Monie after she wrote her last one off during the week :nono: Just her pride was hurt thankfully. Mission accomplished and we found her new wheels, not allowed to tell you what i brought for her, lets just say it reflects her personality well. Ill post a picture of it when we get it later in the week
A good day in the end, hopefully not so many things to do next year and a realy fine day to enjoy the c2c

banditrider
13th December 2009, 08:08
Mission accomplished and we found her new wheels, not allowed to tell you what i brought for her, lets just say it reflects her personality well.

A nitrous-injected, supercharged, big-block wedged into Fiat Bambina?

Owl
13th December 2009, 08:15
A nitrous-injected, supercharged, big-block wedged into Fiat Bambina?

:rofl::rofl::rofl:

Love to see that!

banditrider
13th December 2009, 08:20
May have to sit on the trans and peak around the blower to see...

Owl
13th December 2009, 08:26
May have to sit on the trans and peak around the blower to see...

Only if you're going backwards! Engine in the back remember:rolleyes:

My first car was a Hillman Imp with an Escort motor:D Actually, the emotion should be :crybaby:

banditrider
13th December 2009, 08:28
Would have to be up front to keep the front wheels on the ground...

Flynn
13th December 2009, 08:29
Pleased Monie and i showed up to go, we nearly didnt, but its a good cause and i thought we needed to support it
It was a quiet run to Woodville with a lot less bikes than previous years, i think the weather had something to do with that. Had to pull out at Woodville. First time we have done just part of it. We went car hunting in the afternoon for Monie after she wrote her last one off during the week :nono: Just her pride was hurt thankfully. Mission accomplished and we found her new wheels, not allowed to tell you what i brought for her, lets just say it reflects her personality well. Ill post a picture of it when we get it later in the week
A good day in the end, hopefully not so many things to do next year and a realy fine day to enjoy the c2c

The mind is filled with Army tank, army tank, army tank :clap:


A nitrous-injected, supercharged, big-block wedged into Fiat Bambina?

:niceone::niceone::lol:

banditrider
13th December 2009, 08:29
Wanganui Toyrun anyone?

Flynn
13th December 2009, 08:31
Wanganui Toyrun anyone?

Not for me work remembrance service for me, sadly.:spanking:

Enjoy that wind though:msn-wink:

banditrider
13th December 2009, 08:34
Enjoy that wind though:msn-wink:

Tell me about it. Got fairly sick of it yesterday. Think I'll be taking the heavier bike again today...








No fat Connie jokes!

Owl
13th December 2009, 08:35
Wanganui Toyrun anyone?

Nah, I need to hit a familiar road to test this suspension.:wari: I'll probably do the Track this afternoon after visiting my brother.

Meanie
13th December 2009, 08:39
A nitrous-injected, supercharged, big-block wedged into Fiat Bambina?

Your a lot closer than you think :rofl:

cowboyz
13th December 2009, 11:22
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?p=1129566777#post1129566777

thread up for our Wiaoeka gorge ride on the 28th dec. We will be in Tologa Bay for the night of the 27th so if anyone keen to join in then might pay to stay in Gissy the night of the 27th or youll be doing like 1400k for the day. (cept BR cause thats just a pootle for him)

86GSXR
13th December 2009, 16:15
Sounds like we'll just miss you. Leaving Xmas day, stay the nite in the Naki. Forgotton Highway Boxing Day and stay in AK for the night. Then off up the Kauri Coast to Cape Reianga and back down the east side, heading for East Cape, Gizzy and home by the 31st. Should be a most FMS ride.

Nearly did the C2C, but looked at the weather and decided to carry on painting this flat which is now looking much better.

Good to hear Monie escaped unscathed and now has a hot rod!

cowboyz
13th December 2009, 16:53
some good riding to be had over the holidays. I have to be at work on the tues otherwise we would have stayed away longer but ya take what ya can get

Flynn
13th December 2009, 18:22
some good riding to be had over the holidays. I have to be at work on the tues otherwise we would have stayed away longer but ya take what ya can get

I'm totally off the christmas stats, but on back up for new years so will see how it goes.

Bren
13th December 2009, 18:42
Well, I went up to Ashurst today with the intention of doing the Saddle Road...Had Cowboyz show me the way...'Onya mate....nice hill...Reminds me of the Port Hills a bit...well goin down the other side anyway...Blardy porthills dont have them impressive whirlygig thingees...

Over to Woodville then Paihiatua track thru Balance....always nice to go for a little pootle...Then over to Sandras for a coffee and back home again...Between Levin and Otaki though I got a tad wet...well thats an understatement...Farkin wet


Gonna chow down on cheesecake now


Oh, who is up for showin me Vinager hill???

KiwiKat
13th December 2009, 18:42
I know another duplicate post:nono:

CHRISTMAS BBQ - NEXT SATURDAY 19th DECEMBER
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129521434&postcount=608

Owl
13th December 2009, 18:54
Well, I went up to Ashurst today with the intention of doing the Saddle Road...Had Cowboyz show me the way...'Onya mate....nice hill...Reminds me of the Port Hills a bit...well goin down the other side anyway...Blardy porthills dont have them impressive whirlygig thingees...

Over to Woodville then Paihiatua track thru Balance....always nice to go for a little pootle.

Shit and I was going the other way, only not through Balance. What time were you passing through?

cowboyz
13th December 2009, 19:07
yeah.. good to get out and about for a short pootle. Saddle is always fun and in pretty good nick right now. 17km and took my helmet off 3 times so showing Bren how its really done in the Manawatu!

We were on the track about 3.30pm I surpose??? Not sure. I did think about you saying you were heading up that way and kept one eye out but didnt find ya. Need to get a decent manawatu day ride up and organised via V Hill as Bren hasnt done it yet.

Quick run next weekend maybe?

Bren
13th December 2009, 19:28
Yeah musta been half three.....stopped at Chanceys on way home for a coffee and got home bout five....was pissin down between Levin and Otaki...got home farkin soaked....Remind me again why the hell I am on the west coast!!!

Keen to do V.Hill at some stage....prefer to do it with others than by meself...

Owl
13th December 2009, 19:46
We were on the track about 3.30pm I surpose??? Not sure. I did think about you saying you were heading up that way and kept one eye out but didnt find ya. Need to get a decent manawatu day ride up and organised via V Hill as Bren hasnt done it yet.

Very similar timing so I must have just missed ya's.


Quick run next weekend maybe?

Yeah count me in!:yes:

Leviticus
13th December 2009, 20:34
Keen to do V.Hill at some stage....prefer to do it with others than by meself...


Same for me

Bren
14th December 2009, 10:00
Same for me


And you will still be faster than me aye.....pity I did not have your phone number yesterday...woulda seen if you were in for a ride

cowboyz
14th December 2009, 10:17
cuba. at high noon.. for anyone who too lazy to work. I bored.

NZsarge
14th December 2009, 10:50
cuba. at high noon.. for anyone who too lazy to work. I bored.

I wish! Still, only three nights left and i'm done for the year.. :niceone:

Leviticus
14th December 2009, 10:52
And you will still be faster than me aye.....pity I did not have your phone number yesterday...woulda seen if you were in for a ride

I'll PM number for you for next time then. :apint:

Owl
14th December 2009, 11:24
I wish! Still, only three nights left and i'm done for the year.. :niceone:

Lucky you! Looks like I'm working the 24th now and probably till 5.00pm.:angry2:

NZsarge
14th December 2009, 11:56
Lucky you! Looks like I'm working the 24th now and probably till 5.00pm.:angry2:

Bugger! Hopefully Cowboyz will get this jaunt in the weekend sorted and we'll have weather worth riding in..

SuperSonic
14th December 2009, 12:15
Need to get a decent manawatu day ride up and organised via V Hill as Bren hasnt done it yet.

Quick run next weekend maybe?


Next weekend is the first of the tri series racing starting at Manfeild, on sat 19. I plan to go to this for half-ish day then :wavey: off to Taupo for Suzuki track day:wari::wari::woohoo:.

Looks like my weekend planner is full so will miss tthis one. Maybe NEXT YEAR:rolleyes::laugh:

SuperSonic
14th December 2009, 12:16
cuba. at high noon.. for anyone who too lazy to work. I bored.

Oh man if I had seen this post could have meet you at 11.30 for a coffee. Will look tomorrow to see if you are still bored!

road king
14th December 2009, 12:41
Oh man if I had seen this post could have meet you at 11.30 for a coffee. Will look tomorrow to see if you are still bored!

if still bored after coffee tomorow, come for a ride (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=114399&page=3) :scooter:

sarahtvet
19th December 2009, 22:03
Awesome ride on RTIII today :ride:

Owe Horse a huge hot chocolate or more likely a large bottle of whisky :2thumbsup:

Met Patriots in town and we headed to Woodville to meet a few more riders including some of the Ulyssess group from Masterton. All rode to Masterton for the Suzuki/Ulyssess Christmas charity run. Food for the womens refuge this year and an orange scooter in the raffle :2thumbsup:

Fun ride and whilst the 'light drizzle' at Mount Bruce was a little heavier than expected the screen protected my 'cruiser gear' (Hornees n Triumph jacket) nicely.

After the social side Lovey n I decided to take the scenic route home. At last I have had a good run over the takkas with little traffic and no breakdowns.

RTIII handled like a total dream, never thought I would really have such fun riding a cruiser. Light, responsive and awesome power. Anybody considering a cruiser I would recommend you try one of these (I have already asked Kerry to work out how to swap engine into a modification of the blue beast once I win lotto :innocent:)

I only scraped it on the 2nd corner on K valley and then behaved myself as it isn't mine :lol:

Not the :love: of my life but in the contest when I turn into an old fat :buggered: :shutup:

I digress, great ride, company and cause. Apparently runs every year so put it in you diaries for 2010, told Suzuki to advertise more too.

Considering the forecast it has been a good day to :ride:, always is if wearing the right gear though.Hope all had fun out there and that Bikeoi went well.

Post ride I ran into a few Cold Duck buddies in George Street and made it home just before the rain :sunny:

Another awesome Manawatu summer day

Beast is ready and roaring to go I hear :wari:

If you are going to Fleetwood Mac tomorrow I will be trying out the new Pink KB shirt so come say hi

Bren
19th December 2009, 23:07
I took a good ride up to PN today and hung round the square a bit...not a bad place for the Carols aye...heaps of activity going on, and a lot of skimpily clad kids about...I am sure the teenagers are looking younger and younger...Cracker of a day up there....some nice coffee about too...

Came home this evening through a heavy shower just out of Shannon and also heaps of wind...thought I was gonna lose it for a second

chanceyy
19th December 2009, 23:13
I took a good ride up to PN today and hung round the square a bit...not a bad place for the Carols aye...heaps of activity going on, and a lot of skimpily clad kids about...I am sure the teenagers are looking younger and younger...Cracker of a day up there....some nice coffee about too...

Came home this evening through a heavy shower just out of Shannon and also heaps of wind...thought I was gonna lose it for a second

what is with that?? you seem to be hitting rain on a regular basis, hmm :scratch: mind you it must have been a late run .. did not start raining til after 6pm when I was heading out for the work do

ahh and that explains the stage set up this morn

catch up soon babe :yes: :blip:

sarahtvet
21st December 2009, 02:55
I took a good ride up to PN today and hung round the square a bit...not a bad place for the Carols aye...heaps of activity going on, and a lot of skimpily clad kids about...I am sure the teenagers are looking younger and younger...Cracker of a day up there....some nice coffee about too...

Came home this evening through a heavy shower just out of Shannon and also heaps of wind...thought I was gonna lose it for a second

Planned to screech along to the carols myself but didn't quite make it.

If you were wearing a mac and handing out toffees you would have been in trouble :lol:

I was so chuffed with the ride on the RTIII yesterday and then to get home and find out the Daytona was ready, grinning like a Cheshire Cat.

Great ride today too:sunny:
Horse pillioned me on the RTIII and CD Rich was the outrider so a triumph run :love:

Great weather and an easy run to Opunake in a bit of a breeze. I just told Rich to ride faster , it works for me and if nothing else makes you smile. It is the slow stuff in high winds that worries me.Especially since the no-speed drop in Auckland in a gale.

The Beast was looking pristine(as always when he gets released from hospital). New rim on the front and the back one had not a scratch to be seen :2thumbsup: Still had white ribbons intact tooo

Bizzare, it has grown taller and got lighter and slimmer in the few weeks it has been away :lol:

Maybe it is just the change from riding the RTIII the last few days but it was really weird for a minute. Never like putting on an old slipper, more like slipping into a comfy racing boot :love: just this time it was a high heeled version..

Quick refreshments and we headed in seperate directions as I had a concert to catch:wari:

Opunake to NP wasn't far enough to even warm the bike up so I was almost disappointed to find the stadium. Roads werer dry and pretty empty as the cops had kindly sent everybody else via Stratford.

Fleetwood Mac were on really good form, well worth the trip :wari:

Caught up with a few more Cold Duckies and got lots of compliments on the new PINK KB shirt from bikers and general pissed concert goers.

Perhaps we should have gone for Pink ACC shirts, no that would have been a challenge, getting rufty tufty biker guys to wear pink :innocent:

Met some cool people on the way out as a result of the Blue Beast, one girls dad has a daytona in Australia (see some Aussies have good taste :shutup:) and Mike has done 45km on his new Bandit since he picked it up today. He was so taken with the Beast that he gave me his card without telling me his name. Hopefully the person I emailed and sent KB way does own a bike and it wasn't some random card he had in his wallet .

Anyway hopefully a new rider in Hamilton who has a new Bandit. He aspires to a Triumph one day apparently so that is a positive sign.

Once I escpaed the throngs departing NP the roads opened up enough for some lane splitting until Hawera and then I could leave the masses behind and let the bike do what it does best (no not breakdown, that was before the 1050 alternator) and get me down the road in style and sharpish. Didn't go mad after a long fun day and with damp roads and a new tyre. Still home and tucked up by 230am so all good.

Bonus of time off is all the rides you can fit in for sure

NZsarge
22nd December 2009, 21:27
Wioeka Gorge.... Job done and it was good, well worth the effort I reckon, huge thanks to 2wheeled Gasman and his better half for putting me up 3 nights in total, most excellent hospitality. Great to have Hastings as a base to launch from, made the ride easier. Next Forgotten World Hiway...

cowboyz
23rd December 2009, 02:19
Wioeka Gorge.... Job done and it was good, well worth the effort I reckon, huge thanks to 2wheeled Gasman and his better half for putting me up 3 nights in total, most excellent hospitality. Great to have Hastings as a base to launch from, made the ride easier. Next Forgotten World Hiway...

good on ya.

you better not be leaving me behind for the next one!

86GSXR
23rd December 2009, 05:39
Nice Sarge! I remember the Gizzy trip through there, absolutely mindblowing!!!

SuperSonic
23rd December 2009, 10:51
Ok, look ask this question on FNR and got a not sure from everybody:oi-grr:.

So who is going over to the boxing day races this year? Is their a planned ride? :2thumbsup

Elysium
23rd December 2009, 15:59
Ok, look ask this question on FNR and got a not sure from everybody:oi-grr:.

So who is going over to the boxing day races this year? Is their a planned ride? :2thumbsup

I'm going. Already got my ticket but yeah would be good to go as a group.

SuperSonic
23rd December 2009, 16:06
I'm going. Already got my ticket but yeah would be good to go as a group.

I just found out that you can buy them on line. But it's closed off now.:oi-grr: Oh well will just have to pay full price. Shell we make a plan for the day then?

Elysium
23rd December 2009, 16:10
I just found out that you can buy them on line. But it's closed off now.:oi-grr: Oh well will just have to pay full price. Shell we make a plan for the day then?

Yeah closed on the 17th and I couldn't buy online because our net was down for about two weeks.

Shell we make a plan for the day then?
Sounds good.

road king
23rd December 2009, 17:21
Ok, look ask this question on FNR and got a not sure from everybody:oi-grr:.

So who is going over to the boxing day races this year? Is their a planned ride? :2thumbsup

im going:2thumbsup

Elysium
23rd December 2009, 17:45
im going:2thumbsup

Right. That's three so far.

ynot slow
23rd December 2009, 19:46
I just found out that you can buy them on line. But it's closed off now.:oi-grr: Oh well will just have to pay full price. Shell we make a plan for the day then?

Try the suzuki dealers,they might have some to sell,know a few in other areas had extras.

SuperSonic
23rd December 2009, 19:50
im going:2thumbsup


Right. That's three so far.

Okay will think up a plan.

Ok how bout something like meet at 9 ish at Gull on tremaine ave, then halcombe hill, marton, Turakina valley rd, wanganui.

Very open to any ideas.

SuperSonic
23rd December 2009, 19:50
Try the suzuki dealers,they might have some to sell,know a few in other areas had extras.

Cheers will do tomorrow then.

Elysium
23rd December 2009, 19:52
Okay will think up a plan.

Ok how bout something like meet at 9 ish at Gull on tremaine ave, then halcombe hill, marton, Turakina valley rd, wanganui.

Very open to any ideas.

Hopefuly a route that wont consume too much fuel for my VTR ;)

SuperSonic
24th December 2009, 06:20
Hopefuly a route that wont consume too much fuel for my VTR ;)

that route is round the 100k mark. so you should be right as long as ya not on the gas to hard all the TIME!

Mrs Cowboyz
24th December 2009, 10:50
that route is round the 100k mark. so you should be right as long as ya not on the gas to hard all the TIME!

You could always follow us up to Rotorua?? Its not THAT far out of the way!

SuperSonic
24th December 2009, 13:25
You could always follow us up to Rotorua?? Its not THAT far out of the way!

Sure why the hell not.:2thumbsup:cool:. But then again.:whistle:

Mery Xmas all:2thumbsup

fresh trax
25th December 2009, 13:47
Okay will think up a plan.

Ok how bout something like meet at 9 ish at Gull on tremaine ave, then halcombe hill, marton, Turakina valley rd, wanganui.

Very open to any ideas.

I would be interested in this ride on boxing day - is it a happenign thing or what?

Elysium
25th December 2009, 16:03
I would be interested in this ride on boxing day - is it a happenign thing or what?

Well at this stage I'm going to stick with what Sonic has proposed.

SuperSonic
25th December 2009, 20:31
Well at this stage I'm going to stick with what Sonic has proposed.

Sorry :( Elysium and rest but wife has said she would like to see her grand mother in wanganui, so we are going in truck with the kids:oi-grr:.
I am still going to the races so might see ya there.:beer:
I do hope everybody has had a great xmas and got some cool stuff. I got a scottoiler:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

ynot slow
25th December 2009, 20:36
I do hope everybody has had a great xmas and got some cool stuff. I got a scottoiler:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

I'm thinking hangover is my xmas.

Came back from Wanganui leaving about 3.30ish,and they had started with road closes and signs etc for boxing day,bloody hard working guys.

Elysium
25th December 2009, 20:36
I got a scottoiler:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

Ya lazy bastard:niceone:

Yeah well I guess we go our own ways unless other still want to go as a group?

road king
25th December 2009, 20:37
Sorry :( Elysium and rest but wife has said she would like to see her grand mother in wanganui, so we are going in truck with the kids:oi-grr:.


that sucks!!!

im still keen for the ride over though, so 9 ish at the gull:cool:

SuperSonic
25th December 2009, 20:41
Ya lazy bastard:niceone:

Yeah well I guess we go our own ways unless other still want to go as a group?


that sucks!!!

im still keen for the ride over though, so 9 ish at the gull:cool:

Would love to come with as I know it will be a FMS day, but it's no point taking two vehicles over to the same place. plus their is this:girlfight::lol:

fresh trax
26th December 2009, 05:42
im still keen for the ride over though, so 9 ish at the gull:cool:[/QUOTE]

Im keen - is it ok if i tag along . :headbang:

Pegasus
26th December 2009, 05:49
Have a good day out there everyone. I have some housework to take care of before stockcars this avo. Might try to get out there for a little ride, if I get a chance.

Flynn
26th December 2009, 06:56
Have a good day out there everyone. I have some housework to take care of before stockcars this avo. Might try to get out there for a little ride, if I get a chance.

House work is over rated, I'm sure you're husband would love to do it for you so you can :scooter::scooter::scooter::lol:

chanceyy
27th December 2009, 14:01
had an awesome ride up to the Waikato on xmas day .. no real traffic to speak of & only 3 cops all around Taihape. (love travelling xmas day - can be anti social with good reason)

had xmas lunch (sandwich) by Lake Taupo just past mission bay & it was a stunner, ditched most of the excess clothing & was at least 10degrees warmer than when I left home

brilliant run but tons of melted tar which was a wee bit fun on a few corners but made the 5 hour trip well under that & suprised the olds

just popped out to Bro's to charge the ipod & clear the emails only wearing jeans & tee (under jacket) & fark its hot hot hot .. but nice to have a blip for sure ..

see most of you in a few days or so .. family lunch & dinner morrow :chase: but the bike is sure calling my name :whistle:

86GSXR
28th December 2009, 21:03
Greetings from the Coromandel. Been hard out riding for the last few days, but man what a ride! 2000 km so far. The FH was as sublime as ever, HW 22 surprisingly good, Cape Reianga, what an incredible place. The Bay of Islands is criminally beautiful and Coro is quiet. For the time being :yes: Had a great time so far with great people, and the BEARS are in good form. More later.........:cool:

NZsarge
29th December 2009, 07:26
Cool........

cowboyz
29th December 2009, 09:31
Greetings from the Coromandel. Been hard out riding for the last few days, but man what a ride! 2000 km so far. The FH was as sublime as ever, HW 22 surprisingly good, Cape Reianga, what an incredible place. The Bay of Islands is criminally beautiful and Coro is quiet. For the time being :yes: Had a great time so far with great people, and the BEARS are in good form. More later.........:cool:

good times. Wish we had more time we would have hung around for ya but workday tonight. We are back and had an awesome time though

Flynn
29th December 2009, 19:43
Greetings from the Coromandel. Been hard out riding for the last few days, but man what a ride! 2000 km so far. The FH was as sublime as ever, HW 22 surprisingly good, Cape Reianga, what an incredible place. The Bay of Islands is criminally beautiful and Coro is quiet. For the time being :yes: Had a great time so far with great people, and the BEARS are in good form. More later.........:cool:

Great stuff, where oh where is my holiday:(:(

good times. Wish we had more time we would have hung around for ya but workday tonight. We are back and had an awesome time though

So where is the report:oi-grr:

Why....are .....we.....waiting........:whistle::oi-grr:

Mrs Cowboyz
29th December 2009, 21:27
ride report here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=115955) was an awesome weekend away...was talking to mr c about a ride this friday and maybe ending up for dinner somewhere?

NZsarge
29th December 2009, 22:21
ride report here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=115955) was an awesome weekend away...was talking to mr c about a ride this friday and maybe ending up for dinner somewhere?

Sounds good but the 14 has an issue and i'm not sure if I can sort it by friday so I may just trundle along to dinner, what did you have in mind?

cowboyz
29th December 2009, 23:28
what up with the 14?

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 05:41
what up with the 14?

It's missing at low revs under a light throttle load, i'm suspecting the battery is past it's used by date or possibly knackered plugs as it is past due it's service milage, needs further investigation but i'm hoping it's not plugs as if it is I might as well wait and get the service done ($$$$!!) but AFC don't open in the New Year until the 5th..

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 07:31
It's missing at low revs under a light throttle load, i'm suspecting the battery is past it's used by date or possibly knackered plugs as it is past due it's service milage, needs further investigation but i'm hoping it's not plugs as if it is I might as well wait and get the service done ($$$$!!) but AFC don't open in the New Year until the 5th..

JUst been out and fired up the bike, I dunno about my battery theory, pushing 14.3 volts and peaked at 14.5, pretty normal, kinda think plugs are needed.

cowboyz
30th December 2009, 09:41
dirty fuel injectors?

cowboyz
30th December 2009, 09:43
It's missing at low revs under a light throttle load, i'm suspecting the battery is past it's used by date or possibly knackered plugs as it is past due it's service milage, needs further investigation but i'm hoping it's not plugs as if it is I might as well wait and get the service done ($$$$!!) but AFC don't open in the New Year until the 5th..

actually. thought of a easier fix.........

Meanie
30th December 2009, 12:11
JUst been out and fired up the bike, I dunno about my battery theory, pushing 14.3 volts and peaked at 14.5, pretty normal, kinda think plugs are needed.

Probably that dodgy fuel the have in Dannivegas :whistle:

cowboyz
30th December 2009, 13:05
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 15:28
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?
I'll be in if this dirty ol' Kwaka will get me there....
That FJR 13 in AFC is looking more and more attractive... :whistle:

Owl
30th December 2009, 15:47
I'll be in if this dirty ol' Kwaka will get me there....
That FJR 13 in AFC is looking more and more attractive... :whistle:

Now you're just being silly:rolleyes:

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 16:00
Now you're just being silly:rolleyes:

Yep, silly me but I really would like both parked in the shed, that'd be mint!
You doing this double loop on friday?

Owl
30th December 2009, 16:19
Yep, silly me but I really would like both parked in the shed, that'd be mint!
You doing this double loop on friday?

Yeah should be a starter, but depends on the weather. Wind like we're having will easily put me off.:yes:

banditrider
30th December 2009, 16:27
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

Could be keen. Sorted out that pub yet?

specter
30th December 2009, 17:35
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

will come.... weather dependant though

ynot slow
30th December 2009, 17:41
I'll be in if this dirty ol' Kwaka will get me there....
That FJR 13 in AFC is looking more and more attractive... :whistle:

Just keep ya eyes off the Ducati please.Went in xmas eve and am in love,the yammy is impressive.

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 18:04
Just keep ya eyes off the Ducati please.
Not a problem, there is only one Ducati I covet and the the Streetfighter... If you get that I hope you've got a big bank account..

the yammy is impressive.

Yeah it is a real nice bike and would be nice to have in the shed for sure, it is about time the FJR had a refresh though as far as buying a new bike is concerned.

oscarnz
30th December 2009, 18:07
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

Would love to but I will be in the Pelorus Sounds. Fly down tomorrow, hope you all have a great New Years, and I promise to be out on more rides in 2010 as have my new helmet to show off :whistle:

banditrider
30th December 2009, 18:10
Yeah it is a real nice bike and would be nice to have in the shed for sure, it is about time the FJR had a refresh though as far as buying a new bike is concerned.

I believe that there is something much "fresher" in there just waiting for ya...

SuperSonic
30th December 2009, 18:15
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

Mmm sounds like a plan. Be a good ride to check out my new scott oiler.:whistle: Will check weather, if sunny and wife is not working I am in.

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 18:20
Would love to but I will be in the Pelorus Sounds. Fly down tomorrow, hope you all have a great New Years, and I promise to be out on more rides in 2010 as have my new helmet to show off :whistle:

Oh yeah, yet to have a squiz at the new skid lid, be good to see you out on some rides, hopefully more settled weather is just 'round the corner. Enjoy the sounds..

86GSXR
30th December 2009, 20:26
Made it back in one piece. Amazing ride and saw some awesome sights.

Some vital stats. Total distance travelled 2926.2 kms. Average speed 76 kph. Hours on the move 38:02.

Pics http://picasaweb.google.com/alistair.edwards/MonamieKiwineilAnd86Christmas2009?authkey=Gv1sRgCP 2RprSpq6rz2AE

Ride report later :yes:

SuperSonic
30th December 2009, 20:32
Made it back in one piece. Amazing ride and saw some awesome sights.

Some vital stats. Total distance travelled 2926.2 kms. Average speed 76 kph. Hours on the move 38:02.

Pics http://picasaweb.google.com/alistair.edwards/MonamieKiwineilAnd86Christmas2009?authkey=Gv1sRgCP 2RprSpq6rz2AE

Ride report later :yes:

Some wicked shots their mr 86gsxr. The panoramic one rocks.:2thumbsup Must get up that way one year.

Flynn
30th December 2009, 20:35
It's missing at low revs under a light throttle load, i'm suspecting the battery is past it's used by date or possibly knackered plugs as it is past due it's service milage, needs further investigation but i'm hoping it's not plugs as if it is I might as well wait and get the service done ($$$$!!) but AFC don't open in the New Year until the 5th..

:dodge: I know ANZA are open:calm::lol::lol: Had 1st service completed today, $70 cheaper than quoted, wow.


RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

Fingers crossed the work phone leaves me alone:zzzz:


Yeah should be a starter, but depends on the weather. Wind like we're having will easily put me off.:yes:

It was a sideways ride home tonight:(


I believe that there is something much "fresher" in there just waiting for ya...

Your not talking about a certain Kwaka 1400cc dark blue, by any chance?:beer:


Made it back in one piece. Amazing ride and saw some awesome sights.

Some vital stats. Total distance travelled 2926.2 kms. Average speed 76 kph. Hours on the move 38:02.

Pics http://picasaweb.google.com/alistair.edwards/MonamieKiwineilAnd86Christmas2009?authkey=Gv1sRgCP 2RprSpq6rz2AE

Ride report later :yes:

Cool, another big read to come

cowboyz
30th December 2009, 20:37
awesome stuff! wish we had more time out there! damn that work thing

ynot slow
30th December 2009, 20:38
Jeez ya rode like a nana at those speeds lol.

Nice views of Stratford scenery,was overcast when we were there boxing day,thought of doing tiki tour to eastern region but ran out of time again.

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 21:11
Pics http://picasaweb.google.com/alistair.edwards/MonamieKiwineilAnd86Christmas2009?authkey=Gv1sRgCP 2RprSpq6rz2AE

Ride report later :yes:

Nice mate, real nice. :niceone:

NZsarge
30th December 2009, 21:14
awesome stuff! wish we had more time out there! damn that work thing

Next Xmas / New Year perhaps, I think i'd be keen to get right up north. Then again with The Four Points we'll be up there anyway...

86GSXR
30th December 2009, 21:19
Cheers guys! Yep, damn time constraints, views and places like those are to be savoured. Mind you, the riding was totally awesome. Nearly lost the front between Wairoa and Napier on some wet tar today though and the winds south of Napier were 'trying'.

fresh trax
31st December 2009, 06:05
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

yep sounds like a good ride ill be there if weathers ok

banditrider
31st December 2009, 06:08
Made it back in one piece. Amazing ride and saw some awesome sights.

Some vital stats. Total distance travelled 2926.2 kms. Average speed 76 kph. Hours on the move 38:02.

Pics http://picasaweb.google.com/alistair.edwards/MonamieKiwineilAnd86Christmas2009?authkey=Gv1sRgCP 2RprSpq6rz2AE

Ride report later :yes:

Mint pics Al. Seeya managed to get ya ferry ride - really nice up there eh?

2,900kms? But you've been away for weeks...

Meanie
31st December 2009, 06:53
Made it back in one piece. Amazing ride and saw some awesome sights.

Some vital stats. Total distance travelled 2926.2 kms. Average speed 76 kph. Hours on the move 38:02.

Pics http://picasaweb.google.com/alistair.edwards/MonamieKiwineilAnd86Christmas2009?authkey=Gv1sRgCP 2RprSpq6rz2AE

Ride report later :yes:

Awesome photos Al, looking forward to your ride report

Meanie
31st December 2009, 06:59
2,900kms? But you've been away for weeks...

:oi-grr: Amatures, although this is a huge step for our local Latte king

ynot slow
31st December 2009, 07:25
:oi-grr: Amatures, although this is a huge step for our local Latte king

Ahh new he'd forgotten another trip detail,how far between lattes.Lattes per 100km.

chanceyy
31st December 2009, 08:26
the wind yesterday sure made riding "adventurous" to say the least. Windy from Taupo down, doing just over 120 across the plateau & was a mission just staying on the road, the lean angle must have been rather interesting as Mr plod looked but did not pull me over figured I was having enough trouble keeping her upright as it was.

Flat hills, & V Hill was a bit like a washing machine wind from both sides at once, but Cheltenham to feilding was prob almost as bad as D road :sweatdrop:

pleased to be home for sure, New chain & tires are definitely required as chain is snatching alot (sprockets are not worn though) and rear tire is pretty sad :yes: but its done over 15,000 k so pretty happy with that. :sunny:

NZsarge
31st December 2009, 08:32
2,900kms? But you've been away for weeks...


:oi-grr: Amatures, although this is a huge step for our local Latte king

Just shy of 500km 6 days in a row, that's not too bad I reckon...
500km.. every day...

NZsarge
31st December 2009, 08:41
the wind yesterday sure made riding "adventurous" to say the least. Windy from Taupo down, doing just over 120 across the plateau & was a mission just staying on the road, the lean angle must have been rather interesting as Mr plod looked but did not pull me over figured I was having enough trouble keeping her upright as it was.

Flat hills, & V Hill was a bit like a washing machine wind from both sides at once, but Cheltenham to feilding was prob almost as bad as D road :sweatdrop:
Yeah riding in high wind sucks!

New chain & tires are definitely required as chain is snatching alot (sprockets are not worn though)

How long since you last lubed the chain? If it's shiney as and has'nt been lubed in a good few hundred km's i'd say lube it before you rush in and put new chain and sprocket's on it.
The chain on my bike gets all snatchy when it's dry too and there next to no sprocket wear.. If your sprockets were knackered then that'd be a different story..

Mrs Cowboyz
31st December 2009, 08:47
Made it back in one piece. Amazing ride and saw some awesome sights.

Some vital stats. Total distance travelled 2926.2 kms. Average speed 76 kph. Hours on the move 38:02.

Pics http://picasaweb.google.com/alistair.edwards/MonamieKiwineilAnd86Christmas2009?authkey=Gv1sRgCP 2RprSpq6rz2AE

Ride report later :yes:

awesome pics al...cant wait for the report!

chanceyy
31st December 2009, 08:53
How long since you last lubed the chain? If it's shiney as and has'nt been lubed in a good few hundred km's i'd say lube it before you rush in and put new chain and sprocket's on it.
The chain on my bike gets all snatchy when it's dry too and there next to no sprocket wear.. If your sprockets were knackered then that'd be a different story..

Pauly has had a look & chain is tight in some spots, I had not noticed it, but sugi also mentioned it, however felt it when I was doing slow speeds in town at Te Aroha, & yup now I can feel it.

Conscenus from more experienced ppl than myself (Pauly :Punk: - Sugi :yes: and busted had a nosey :sunny: ) is that sprockets are not worn & a new chain will surfice.

I do check the chain even though I have the scott oiler, but not always sure what I am checking for, however Pauly is showing me :whistle:

NZsarge
31st December 2009, 08:59
Pauly has had a look & chain is tight in some spots, I had not noticed it, but sugi also mentioned it, however felt it when I was doing slow speeds in town at Te Aroha, & yup now I can feel it.

Conscenus from more experienced ppl than myself (Pauly :Punk: - Sugi :yes: and busted had a nosey :sunny: ) is that sprockets are not worn & a new chain will surfice.

I do check the chain even though I have the scott oiler, but not always sure what I am checking for, however Pauly is showing me :whistle:

Yeah I reckon my chain has a tight spot too but it ai'nt coming off until the teeth on the sprocket's start bending, if it pissing you off then yeah change it.

chanceyy
31st December 2009, 09:06
Yeah I reckon my chain has a tight spot too but it ai'nt coming off until the teeth on the sprocket's start bending, if it pissing you off then yeah change it.

hmm does it not run the risk of breaking with the xtra pressure on the tight spot? or doing some form of damage ?

Owl
31st December 2009, 09:09
hmm does it not run the risk of breaking with the xtra pressure on the tight spot? or doing some form of damage ?

Nothing that duct tape and zip ties can't fix:laugh:

chanceyy
31st December 2009, 09:15
Nothing that duct tape and zip ties can't fix:laugh:

:laugh: well I have your number if it does :nya:

NZsarge
31st December 2009, 09:16
hmm does it not run the risk of breaking with the xtra pressure on the tight spot? or doing some form of damage ?

I think you'll find it's not that unusual to have some kinda tight spot on your chain, I would highly doubt a good o-ring chain would be at risk of breaking but if it's that noticable and it's annoying you then yeah change it, the tight spot in my chain is'nt that bad so i'm happy to run it until until the sprockets go off.. You don't have any seized links do you?

chanceyy
31st December 2009, 09:23
I think you'll find it's not that unusual to have some kinda tight spot on your chain, I would highly doubt a good o-ring chain would be at risk of breaking but if it's that noticable and it's annoying you then yeah change it, the tight spot in my chain is'nt that bad so i'm happy to run it until until the sprockets go off.. You don't have any seized links do you?

umm :scratch: I dunno, how can you tell ? and from memory I think Pauly said there are several tight spots & some loose so chain is out of whack, It keeps loosening off quite a bit as well, its been adjusted 3 times in the last two months. of course being 2 up for capital 1000k ride I knew it needed adjusting again. So figured best thing is to get a new one & Pauly has said he will fit it for me.

NZsarge
31st December 2009, 09:26
umm :scratch: I dunno, how can you tell ? and from memory I think Pauly said there are several tight spots & some loose so chain is out of whack, It keeps loosening off quite a bit as well, its been adjusted 3 times in the last two months. of course being 2 up for capital 1000k ride I knew it needed adjusting again. So figured best thing is to get a new one & Pauly has said he will fit it for me.

If you're having that many issues with it then yeah, ditch it, then at least you'll have peace of mind etc..

Meanie
31st December 2009, 10:47
Reminds me, i must check my chain :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Get a shafty :Punk:

Owl
31st December 2009, 10:56
Reminds me, i must check my chain :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Get a shafty :Punk:

Got one in the form of a Nissan Navara. Chains aren't very practical in a truck eh?:D

Mrs Cowboyz
31st December 2009, 12:17
Could be keen. Sorted out that pub yet?

just come back from pub, they are quite keen for us to have dinner there so all good.

mowgli
31st December 2009, 13:03
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10
First ride of the new year.
who is coming?
I'm in barring any NY catastrophe :mellow:

Flynn
31st December 2009, 14:43
Reminds me, i must check my chain :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Get a shafty :Punk:

yeah, me too, oh no thats right mes got a belt. Must checks mes water some time, not.:shutup:

SuperSonic
31st December 2009, 14:52
I'm in barring any NY catastrophe :mellow:

That's it this ride as gone ot the dogs, me not coming now!:blink:

















:laugh::laugh::laugh::bleh: Just joking ya Mowgli, where have you been hiding out anyway??

ynot slow
31st December 2009, 15:19
Have a good NY people.

banditrider
31st December 2009, 15:31
And now for the post with the most quotes...


:oi-grr: Amatures, although this is a huge step for our local Latte king

Yes, he's getting better and has even been heard to mumble about next year's GC. Only 10 months away now...


Just shy of 500km 6 days in a row, that's not too bad I reckon...
500km.. every day...

Getting there but not in Southern Cross territory yet. More practice required I think!


Reminds me, i must check my chain :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Get a shafty :Punk:

Damn straight! Can someone please show me what to do with me Honda?


just come back from pub, they are quite keen for us to have dinner there so all good.

Alright! I'm in unless something drastic happens...


Have a good NY people.

Yep. Same wishes from me to all. Here's to many fine rides in 2010! :banana:

mowgli
31st December 2009, 15:44
:laugh::laugh::laugh::bleh: Just joking ya Mowgli, where have you been hiding out anyway??
Tauranga :bleh:

Flynn
31st December 2009, 16:48
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub (if open, still got to check that out)

who is coming?

So, first stop in Feilding for fuel to start with as the Ashhurst mobile is still stationary with no fuel:msn-wink::niceone:

mowgli
31st December 2009, 17:15
Sub two hundy kms for anyone watching the guage. Probably gas at Hunterville as well.

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 05:52
RIDE PLANNED.. 1/1/10

First ride of the new year.

Ashhurst
Halcombe hill
Vinegar hill
Apiti loop
Ashhurst.

leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm and return for dinner at the new pub

who is coming?

Bumpo!

Hope the weather stays like it is now, cloudless and not a breath of wind.

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 05:54
So, first stop in Feilding for fuel to start with as the Ashhurst mobile is still stationary with no fuel:msn-wink::niceone:

Go into town ya lazy bugger! :lol: Either that or syphon some gas out of the car.... :D :niceone:

ynot slow
1st January 2010, 06:35
Go into town ya lazy bugger! :lol: Either that or syphon some gas out of the car.... :D :niceone:

It's related to a harley,i.e tractor so he's in rural area heaps of diesel to syphon.:rolleyes:

banditrider
1st January 2010, 06:56
Bumpo!

Hope the weather stays like it is now, cloudless and not a breath of wind.

Looking pretty good so far!

Owl
1st January 2010, 07:11
Looking pretty good so far!

Hate to be the eternal pessimist, but it's only 8.00am and it's supposed to blow its arse today.

Fingers crossed though!:headbang:

Oh and "Happy New Year":clap:

banditrider
1st January 2010, 07:16
Perhaps you should go back bed old man!



Oh yeah, Merry New Year!

Owl
1st January 2010, 07:28
Perhaps you should go back bed old man!

You're probably right Andrew:yawn:

86GSXR
1st January 2010, 07:30
Yes, he's getting better and has even been heard to mumble about next year's GC. Only 10 months away now...

This years now :clap:


Getting there but not in Southern Cross territory yet. More practice required I think!

I must qualify for the SC, does a nine month gap between Bluff and Cape Reinga count?


Hate to be the eternal pessimist, but it's only 8.00am and it's supposed to blow its arse today.

Fingers crossed though!:headbang:

Oh and "Happy New Year":clap:

Hmmmm, supposed to get up to 20 kts gusting 30. Should be right tho :yes:


Yep. Same wishes from me to all. Here's to many fine rides in 2010! :banana:

Ditto :D

Happy New Year all :first:

banditrider
1st January 2010, 07:38
You're probably right Andrew:yawn:

At least you're not a grumpy old man!


This years now :clap:

Well, hell yeah!

I must qualify for the SC, does a nine month gap between Bluff and Cape Reinga count?



You'd have to ask Lee Rusty - I here him laughing already...

86GSXR
1st January 2010, 07:41
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Flynn
1st January 2010, 08:11
Go into town ya lazy bugger! :lol: Either that or syphon some gas out of the car.... :D :niceone:

:lol::lol: I was thinking 30km just for gas is a bit of a waste. Car runs 91, bike 95 or so

It's related to a harley,i.e tractor so he's in rural area heaps of diesel to syphon.:rolleyes:

Now now we won't wind each other with the rice burner jokes, I might be out voted:lol::lol:

banditrider
1st January 2010, 08:16
:lol::lol: I was thinking 30km just for gas is a bit of a waste.

Yeah, 300km might make it a more worthwhile excursion - when we leaving?

Flynn
1st January 2010, 08:23
Yeah, 300km might make it a more worthwhile excursion - when we leaving?

Not when there is fuel on the way!!!!! and no, I won't steal the lawnmower fuel:baby::cool::lol:

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 08:30
:lol::lol: I was thinking 30km just for gas is a bit of a waste. Car runs 91, bike 95 or so
:

Riding one's bike is never a waste.

Flynn
1st January 2010, 08:33
Riding one's bike is never a waste.

Well that has put a new spin on it:2thumbsup, You in town last night, Asshurst town that is? Did you go to the cafe by any chance?

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 08:39
You in town last night, Asshurst town that is? Did you go to the cafe by any chance?

Yes indeed that was I.. Meanie and Monie too, had a steak that i'm still processing! Half a KG of nicely cooked steak and chips.

Owl
1st January 2010, 08:41
Yes indeed that was I.. Meanie and Monie too, had a steak that i'm still processing! Half a KG of nicely cooked steak and chips.

Wasn't spiked was it? Bit of that going around apparently.:whistle:

ynot slow
1st January 2010, 08:42
Yes indeed that was I.. Meanie and Monie too, had a steak that i'm still processing! Half a KG of nicely cooked steak and chips.

Way to end the year and decade that is(counting 2000 as first year).

Saw sign at Brewers Apprentice on Weds saying 500gm(1/2kg)steak,salad and chips $15.00,but forgot to try,and kids were home.Hopefully they do it again.

Flynn
1st January 2010, 08:42
Yes indeed that was I.. Meanie and Monie too, had a steak that i'm still processing! Half a KG of nicely cooked steak and chips.

So it's a goer then? That is good, previous ownerssss have been pretty average I must say, I must try it some time.:headbang::2thumbsup

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 08:43
Wasn't spiked was it? Bit of that going around apparently.:whistle:

Nope, it was nice mate, yum yum.. Did Tracey get back in time to see in the New Year with you?

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 08:45
So it's a goer then? That is good, previous ownerssss have been pretty average I must say, I must try it some time.:headbang::2thumbsup

Take your credit card with you though eh...

Flynn
1st January 2010, 08:47
Take your credit card with you though eh...

I'm not allowed one of those:rolleyes::mad: Bossy Bi#tch:Oi:

ynot slow
1st January 2010, 08:48
:lol::lol: I was thinking 30km just for gas is a bit of a waste. Car runs 91, bike 95 or so


Run car on 95 lol.Syphon is your friend,lawn mower gas has been known to get used by me,and friggin kids when I had a 10ltr tank would grab it,used to think the mower was thirsty lol,seems use a tank on mower,refill mower for next time,and next time container empty.Fixed that by getting 5lt container after kids LOST the lid to old one.

Now now we won't wind each other with the rice burner jokes, I might be out voted:lol::lol:

Won't offend me with them,we all know rice burner cars are shit,long live FORD and holden.

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 08:50
You'd have to ask Lee Rusty - I here him laughing already...

Speaking off longer rides who's doing "The Four Points" this year?

Flynn
1st January 2010, 08:50
Won't offend me with them,we all know rice burner cars are shit,long live HOLDEN.

Gee Tony now your talking, didn't think I'd ever hear you say that, Aye Sarge:clap::clap::banana::banana::2thumbsup::lol:

AWESOME

Owl
1st January 2010, 08:54
Nope, it was nice mate, yum yum.. Did Tracey get back in time to see in the New Year with you?

No, but pleased her dad wouldn't let her return last night! She's currently on the Desert Rd, so will be home by lunchtime. Then she starts work at 3.00pm.:brick:

banditrider
1st January 2010, 08:55
Speaking off longer rides who's doing "The Four Points" this year?

Thinking about it. Might take 2 weeks off around the GC so I can do both again...

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 08:55
No, but pleased her dad wouldn't let her return last night! She's currently on the Desert Rd, so will be home by lunchtime. Then she starts work at 3.00pm.:brick:

Yeah I think that was the wisest thing to do, bloody work eh...

Meanie
1st January 2010, 08:56
Can someone please show me what to do with me Honda?


Open the fuel tank, stuff a pertol soaked rag in the opening, stand back and light a match :rofl::rofl::rofl:

sorry, couldnt resist that one, and you did leave yourself wide open :lol:

Happy new year everyone

Meanie
1st January 2010, 08:57
Speaking off longer rides who's doing "The Four Points" this year?

Do you need to even ask ???

Hell yea

Flynn
1st January 2010, 08:58
Open the fuel tank, stuff a pertol soaked rag in the opening, stand back and light a match :rofl::rofl::rofl:

sorry, couldnt resist that one, and you did leave yourself wide open :lol:

Happy new year everyone

OOppps he's forgotten his wife can read this, Either that or he's going out for tea tonight any way:clap::clap:

banditrider
1st January 2010, 09:00
Open the fuel tank, stuff a pertol soaked rag in the opening, stand back and light a match :rofl::rofl::rofl:

Surprised it took so long. I guess everyone else was going easy in keeping with the spirit of the season - goodwill to all and that! But then some people don't understand that sort of thing...:oi-grr:

Or they could just be with the silent majority in secretly lusting after my little red bike! :2thumbsup

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 09:06
Open the fuel tank, stuff a pertol soaked rag in the opening, stand back and light a match :rofl::rofl::rofl:

sorry, couldnt resist that one, and you did leave yourself wide open :lol:





Or they could just be with the silent majority in secretly lusting after my little red bike! :2thumbsup

Not really since i've got a 14 in the shed.. :whistle: Hey before you light that petrol soaked rag whip the Two Bros pipes off it mate, i'll give ya $10 bucks each for them.. :doh: Did I say that out load.. Bugger! :killingme

ynot slow
1st January 2010, 09:08
No, but pleased her dad wouldn't let her return last night! She's currently on the Desert Rd, so will be home by lunchtime. Then she starts work at 3.00pm.:brick:

Hope you cleaned the house for her.

As a point of interest the speedway meeting will/should be bloody "O" FOR AWESOME,18 sprintcars at last count will mean close racing and carnage,and support will be ok,great way to start the year tonight,and I won a mini jackpot at the club last night to pay for it,could've been the $635 jackpot lol.

banditrider
1st January 2010, 09:35
Hey before you light that petrol soaked rag whip the Two Bros pipes off it mate, i'll give ya $10 bucks each for them.. :doh: Did I say that out load.. Bugger! :killingme

:Oi: Hands off me pipes!

Owl
1st January 2010, 09:36
Hope you cleaned the house for her.

What part of "Public Holiday" don't you get?:lol:

Seriously, just a couple of things to take care of. I even polished her bike:D

Flynn
1st January 2010, 09:44
What part of "Public Holiday" don't you get?:lol: I even polished her bike:D

Greaser, no seroiusly good on ya, you can start on mine when the ride later is over:clap:

Meanie
1st January 2010, 10:39
Gonna head in to town shortly to gass up then wonder back to the Inn for a sample from thier new coffee machine
See ya all there

Owl
1st January 2010, 10:42
Gonna head in to town shortly to gass up then wonder back to the Inn for a sample from thier new coffee machine
See ya all there

Inn? Would that be the Masonic?:confused:

GPS MAN
1st January 2010, 11:28
Wishing All a Very Happy New Year!

Owl
1st January 2010, 16:15
leaving Ashhurst Mobil at 1pm

Well I cocked that up then:laugh:

5.10pm and the bike is ready to go.:whistle: I guess I may as well put it away!

SuperSonic
1st January 2010, 16:23
Great ride thanks all. Wicked blat following 86 throu apiti, cheers mate. And NO SPILLS COWBOYZ!! The run has finished:dodge:



I will need to work on those burnouts

86GSXR
1st January 2010, 16:35
Wishing All a Very Happy New Year!

Cheers. And the same to you.


Well I cocked that up then:laugh:

5.10pm and the bike is ready to go.:whistle: I guess I may as well put it away!

Shit Al, that's a bit late isn't it. Mind you, it is Friday so you could be forgiven lol


Great ride thanks all. Wicked blat following 86 throu apiti, cheers mate. And NO SPILLS COWBOYZ!! The run has finished:dodge:



I will need to work on those burnouts

Excellent ride eh! Good to see such a big turnout, and man, what a sweeeeet route :woohoo:

(that was a fun burnout) :clap:

mowgli
1st January 2010, 16:40
A few more pics. Great ride and a tag to boot. Thanks all.

Owl
1st January 2010, 16:58
Shit Al, that's a bit late isn't it. Mind you, it is Friday so you could be forgiven lol

Nevermind, I couldn't have made 1pm anyway.:(

I got a fix on the Bonne last night cruising around town. Most enjoyable!:yes:

I'm sure T and I will get a ride in tomorrow, now that thing's here are returning to normal.:sweatdrop

86GSXR
1st January 2010, 17:03
Ah yes, the perfect bike to cruise around town on a new years eve. Real comfy and maneouverable with the cool factor in spades :yes:

Owl
1st January 2010, 17:09
Ah yes, the perfect bike to cruise around town on a new years eve. Real comfy and maneouverable with the cool factor in spades :yes:

Yep, a fantastic bike around town, though it could do with some more volume:D

86GSXR
1st January 2010, 17:26
Now that could easily be fixed by Mr Arrow or Two Bro's :whistle:

Mrs Cowboyz
1st January 2010, 19:19
Awesome wee ride today, good company even though sarge turned off before apiti. Nice to meet Nobbie the owner of the Ashhurst Inn. Got a few good vids of everyone.

Hey Mowgli your last pic looks like a security cam pic!!

Meanie
1st January 2010, 19:20
Awesome ride with a great turn out. 14 bikes left and 14 came back
Ashhurst Inn has turen out to be a great place to meet, eat and talk shit
Made a good feed too FMS
Great way to start the new year :headbang:

banditrider
1st January 2010, 19:38
Yep, great ride everyone. Just checked out some of the video at the Cowboyz's residence. Now to edit and upload. Might have to be careful what I upload though...

banditrider
1st January 2010, 20:08
Piccys: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/010110NewYearsDayRide#

Flynn
1st January 2010, 21:28
Very nice run indeed, Pity there wasn't a few more with us, but hey, great day besides the wind, thanks all. There is still sat, sun, and monday to go yet of this long weekend, waioeka gorge, any one,...........with a decent shock that is:rolleyes::drool:

Mrs Cowboyz
1st January 2010, 21:30
Piccys: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/010110NewYearsDayRide#
nice pics looking forward to the vids!

Very nice run indeed, Pity there wasn't a few more with us, but hey, great day besides the wind, thanks all. There is still sat, sun, and monday to go yet of this long weekend, waioeka gorge, any one,...........with a decent shock that is:rolleyes::drool:

oooh ouch!! It is currently next door without one!!

Flynn
1st January 2010, 21:32
oooh ouch!! It is currently next door without one!!

Yeah feel for ya, and the pocket:(:weep:

Mrs Cowboyz
1st January 2010, 21:41
Yeah feel for ya, and the pocket:(:weep:

uuummmm have you met cowboyz!!! I am sure he came over before looking for the duct tape!!!

road king
1st January 2010, 21:48
anyone keen for a ride tomorrow or Sunday over Rimutakas then Paekakariki Hill???

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:29
Great ride thanks all. Wicked blat following 86 throu apiti, cheers mate. And NO SPILLS COWBOYZ!! The run has finished:dodge:



I will need to work on those burnouts

good stuff. You were getting along real good on that. next rolling drag might have to include me starting in less than 4th gear and without a pillion!

number one rule for burnout. If your gonna do them like that - wear a tinted visor..............


Now that could easily be fixed by Mr Arrow or Two Bro's :whistle:

to right!




Hey Mowgli your last pic looks like a security cam pic!!
maybe he knows something........

Yep, great ride everyone. Just checked out some of the video at the Cowboyz's residence. Now to edit and upload. Might have to be careful what I upload though...

its all good. I dont recall anyone breaking any laws.........


Yeah feel for ya, and the pocket:(:weep:

feel for whos pocket? I just checking hers............. dont tell her.

uuummmm have you met cowboyz!!! I am sure he came over before looking for the duct tape!!!

:Oi: :Playnice:

Meanie
1st January 2010, 22:30
nice pics looking forward to the vids!


oooh ouch!! It is currently next door without one!!

Dam near had a Honda shock out of a blue VFR :Oi: just as well i was supervising eh :rolleyes:


Piccys: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/010110NewYearsDayRide#

Nice pics, looking forwad to the video

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:31
as a side note. just removed shock. checked. set everything to super hard. put it back together. huge thanks for NZSarge and meanie help.

Now I have a taller, super hard pogo stick. awesome. on hunt for new shock which it looks like polly done all the hard work for me.

Meanie
1st January 2010, 22:34
Now I have a taller, super hard pogo stick. .

Shhhhh............. youll have all the women on kb wanting one of those

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:35
fuck, polly is a legend. just found me a 98 ZX9r rear shock and spring for NZ$31 on Ebay!

Pegasus
1st January 2010, 22:48
No, but pleased her dad wouldn't let her return last night! She's currently on the Desert Rd, so will be home by lunchtime. Then she starts work at 3.00pm.:brick:


What part of "Public Holiday" don't you get?:lol:

Seriously, just a couple of things to take care of. I even polished her bike:D

Happy New Year everyone, sorry its late, but I have had a few "ISSUES" the last few days. Hope you all had a good one.


Nevermind, I couldn't have made 1pm anyway.:(

I got a fix on the Bonne last night cruising around town. Most enjoyable!:yes:

I'm sure T and I will get a ride in tomorrow, now that thing's here are returning to normal.:sweatdrop

Gee it is nice to come home and find my bike all clean.

I guess its fair I drive your ute, you ride my bike. NOT!

Ride tomorrow would be good to relax a bit, lots of SLEEP first though I think. I was sooo jealous today, seeing all those people, on bikes out having fun, while I was driving :oi-grr:

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:55
well just to make you feel better..

photos.

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:55
and some more

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:57
few more.........

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:58
while im at it....

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 22:59
last ones..........

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 23:08
fuck, polly is a legend. just found me a 98 ZX9r rear shock and spring for NZ$31 on Ebay!

FMS!!! Hit buy now and get it on it's way pronto!

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 23:12
last ones..........

The very last one in particular is a pearler.
Awesome day, could'nt really think of a better way to spend it, go for a burl, talk shit, have dinner and talk a whole more shit!
FMS!

cowboyz
1st January 2010, 23:13
just checking that they will ship to NZ... emailed him already.. I know its probably like middle of the night over there but crap! He could reply to his emails! Its been like 15 mins already...................

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 23:14
anyone keen for a ride tomorrow or Sunday over Rimutakas then Paekakariki Hill???

I think you'll find tomorrow is gonna be pretty crappy weather...

NZsarge
1st January 2010, 23:15
just checking that they will ship to NZ... emailed him already.. I know its probably like middle of the night over there but crap! He could reply to his emails! Its been like 15 mins already...................

Yeah it'd be gutting if ya missed out on it..

banditrider
2nd January 2010, 13:54
fuck, polly is a legend. just found me a 98 ZX9r rear shock and spring for NZ$31 on Ebay!

What a find! Hope it works out.

Owl
2nd January 2010, 14:08
What a find! Hope it works out.

Too right and thumbs up to Polly!:2thumbsup

So what actually happened to the shock?

ynot slow
2nd January 2010, 14:23
Was a great day for ride,great food(well best chips),and topped off with good night at speedway.

Heading to Hawera to get seat repadded/made comfy next week,may go up after 4.30pm Tuesday and stay or else early Weds,depends on upholstere but he's pretty flexible once contacted.Aim to stay a night anyway,have to organise beds if anyone keen to join.

Meanie
2nd January 2010, 14:33
Geeez your a tin arse cowboyz, nice one polly
Love them photos cowboyz, BR looks like hes ready to pounce

cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 16:40
the redeeming of the SV after last nights attempted burnout.

banditrider
2nd January 2010, 16:41
A black blur...

K9sccQ7VhUU

cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 16:42
thats mint. love seeing the 14 cranked over

Meanie
2nd January 2010, 17:44
the redeeming of the SV after last nights attempted burnout.

Could have done it outside your house and not mine

Flynn
2nd January 2010, 17:54
Could have done it outside your house and not mine

the neighbours would have enjoyed it.....actually they are away I think, luckily:laugh::nono:

Mrs Cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 18:34
the redeeming of the SV after last nights attempted burnout.

hehe...well done sonic......bit buggered I missed it though!

SuperSonic
2nd January 2010, 18:37
Could have done it outside your house and not mine

What ya mean, thats the burn out pad right of ashvegas? Well it is now.:lol::lol:

The other shoot with the rear tyre looking like a ghost tyre is wicked too. Thanks cowboyz for taking the photos and changing the rear after the burnout.

specter
2nd January 2010, 18:38
bourght a xl 250r for river bashing! jus took it from manawatu river up to the saddle.. was FMS! SADLY the mudbug wasnt quite up for it :(

SuperSonic
2nd January 2010, 18:41
well just to make you feel better..

photos.

FMS photos man, you must have a top notch camera person:niceone::clap:

cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 19:37
just been for a burst up the saddle. Ummm.. There are 437 bumps in the saddle road and I felt every one of them

banditrider
2nd January 2010, 20:12
A few more from yesterday:

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VYR3gCOom9w

cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 20:19
mint videos. I am working on processing all the videos from yours and my camera into something. not sure how its going to work out. the dark side is back though. thats an improvement!

banditrider
2nd January 2010, 20:24
Another one uploading now - probably be an hour or so, damn slow.

Mrs Cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 20:28
FMS photos man, you must have a top notch camera person:niceone::clap:

why thankyou kind sir! Or are you just saying that cause they are good ones of you??

Flynn
2nd January 2010, 20:29
bourght a xl 250r for river bashing! jus took it from manawatu river up to the saddle.. was FMS! SADLY the mudbug wasnt quite up for it :(

Saw you 2 heading to the river past the domain, my wife said lok at those two idiots on bikes with NO helmets, they've got them on the handle bars, tut, tut, tut, boys, wait till my wife sees you next, it's worse than the marfia:Police::Police::Police::laugh:

specter
2nd January 2010, 20:35
Saw you 2 heading to the river past the domain, my wife said lok at those two idiots on bikes with NO helmets, they've got them on the handle bars, tut, tut, tut, boys, wait till my wife sees you next, it's worse than the marfia:Police::Police::Police::laugh:

say what!!!! we had helmets on!!!!! we pushed the bikes all the way to the domain carpark

cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 20:37
thats common when you buy a honda

sparkles
2nd January 2010, 20:39
and i pushed my one ALL THE way BACK home as well :(

specter
2nd January 2010, 20:41
thats common when you buy a honda

yes i might have to get some green spraycans..... goes priti good though.... for a honda
haha outlasted the suzuki though

sparkles
2nd January 2010, 20:44
we only had the helmets on the handle bars because.. so it doesnt look like we were rideing them as we were pusting them :Police: :Police: :Police:

specter
2nd January 2010, 20:46
we only had the helmets on the handle bars because.. so it doesnt look like we were rideing them as we were pusting them :Police: :Police: :Police:

Riiiight..... yes officer we were taking our bikes for a Saturday stroll LMFAO! :laugh::laugh:

Flynn
2nd January 2010, 20:47
Oh you two are easy to wind up, :laugh: I saw you too, you were riding off the footpath into the start of the domain carpark by the kennel club gate. Did you have fun tho, were are the vids?:confused:

specter
2nd January 2010, 20:49
Oh you two are easy to wind up, :laugh: I saw you too, you were riding off the footpath into the start of the domain carpark by the kennel club gate. Did you have fun tho, were are the vids?:confused:

great fun... untill sparks bike ceased to operate halfway through a river... no vids sorry maybe 2morrow

SuperSonic
2nd January 2010, 20:53
mint videos. I am working on processing all the videos from yours and my camera into something. not sure how its going to work out. the dark side is back though. thats an improvement!

What dark side, I still have this shit white and blue. Not likeing the new look at all.


why thankyou kind sir! Or are you just saying that cause they are good ones of you??

Na they are all GREAT SHOOTS,it just that the shoots of me rock. Be good to get them for my collection.

hint. hint

specter
2nd January 2010, 20:57
What dark side, I still have this shit white and blue. Not likeing the new look at all.t

down the very bottom you can change it

SuperSonic
2nd January 2010, 21:32
down the very bottom you can change it

So right you are, cheers

sparkles
2nd January 2010, 21:36
no it left actuality :innocent:

bogan
2nd January 2010, 21:46
yes i might have to get some green spraycans..... goes priti good though.... for a honda
haha outlasted the suzuki though

xr's are damn near bullet proof, typical top notch honda construction really ;) carefull with the green paint application, youll get run the fuck over in the woods if its too camo


great fun... untill sparks bike ceased to operate halfway through a river... no vids sorry maybe 2morrow

take a spark plug tool next time, remove plug, flip bike, shake, flip back, good to go :2thumbsup:

specter
2nd January 2010, 21:54
xr's are damn near bullet proof, typical top notch honda construction really ;) carefull with the green paint application, youll get run the fuck over in the woods if its too camo

well its and xl not xr.... whats the difference...
the decrease of visibility can easily be made up by the excess of volume :D

sparkles
2nd January 2010, 21:57
flip bike :2thumbsup:


well thats going to be hard at the river ,,, but i had a go at starting it before and it lives again !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:2thumbsup :banana: :headbang: :cool:

bogan
2nd January 2010, 22:01
prolly a good idea to give it a good thrashing to get any water out that may have gotten into the crank

sparkles
2nd January 2010, 22:09
mm yea i will tomoro but its was weird when it stop , i could start it (just) but as soon as i turn the throttle it stalled

bogan
2nd January 2010, 22:20
hmmm, water in some part of the magical device that is the carburettor perhaps.

second time i typed that, fyi, click the reply on the rhs, not the one on the left, otherwise it deletes your post

cowboyz
2nd January 2010, 23:18
this is the photo sonic likes........ here ya go

banditrider
3rd January 2010, 08:11
xr's are damn near bullet proof, typical top notch honda construction really ;)

So why did my one throw a rod? Must have been all the TLC I gave it...

road king
3rd January 2010, 08:32
looks like quite a nice day out there, anyone keen for a ride?

ynot slow
3rd January 2010, 08:34
So why did my one throw a rod? Must have been all the TLC I gave it...

My 1980 XR 200 was an ex farm bike when I bought it in 1982,went well but after 2 yrs had a blown head gasket,mind you was thrashed and hardly had any maintenance(read never did oil change)but was bloody good fun bike,except for headlight at night.

banditrider
3rd January 2010, 08:37
My 1980 XR 200 was an ex farm bike when I bought it in 1982,went well but after 2 yrs had a blown head gasket,mind you was thrashed and hardly had any maintenance(read never did oil change)but was bloody good fun bike,except for headlight at night.

Mine was about 280cc or something, had done a few enduros before I got it. The old man didn't like the sound in the bottom end when I bought it either and sure enough - there is a conrod straight on SH50...

banditrider
3rd January 2010, 09:02
JVs7GzixPmg

Owl
3rd January 2010, 09:19
Nice soundtrack Andrew!:blink:

SuperSonic
3rd January 2010, 09:50
looks like quite a nice day out there, anyone keen for a ride?

Are you not going to well, rima, wairarapa then home today? I could be keen for that tomorrow if you are?

NZsarge
3rd January 2010, 09:59
Jeez that dudes a camera hog!

cowboyz
3rd January 2010, 10:22
shouldnt this have been a more appropriate soundtrack??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_Bog98DVi8

cowboyz
3rd January 2010, 10:26
So why did my one throw a rod? Must have been all the TLC I gave it...

bulletproof? Ummmmm... I managed to blow the big bearing to pieces and then after I put it all together again broke the frame. Not real good on the jumps the XRs.........

Oh spector.. can I have a ride?

Owl
3rd January 2010, 10:27
shouldnt this have been a more appropriate soundtrack??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_Bog98DVi8


FMS!

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

road king
3rd January 2010, 10:29
Are you not going to well, rima, wairarapa then home today? I could be keen for that tomorrow if you are?

im working tomorrow:crybaby:

banditrider
3rd January 2010, 10:58
shouldnt this have been a more appropriate soundtrack??

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_Bog98DVi8

I'm sure that one's been done before. Try and be a bit more original next time eh?