Manawatu weekend rides

[Monie]

and then there was Monie....

why thank you i have a new mode of transport...lol it is big ah ...:laugh:
pic number 4 ...

[yod]

why thank you i have a new mode of transport...lol it is big ah ...:laugh:
pic number 4 ...

umm....looks about the same size as the honda to me :dodge:

[Monie]

umm....looks about the same size as the honda to me :dodge:

thats not nice ...when i think about it [sorry mrs yod] but when you 2[3] are two up well look at the asses on that ... lololololol

[Bonez]

If anyones interested Douge (Pantah 500) and I (on Gerble) are going for a wee poodle tomorrow Pahongina Valley, that place with the DC3 , Hunterville, Fordell, Turakina Valley, Marton, home.

We're leaving Palmerston North around 10am and will swing by Ashhurst Mobil but we wont stop...:shifty:

Will be a nice sedate pace don't want to get back home too early ah?

[banditrider]

Chateau to Plateau tomorrow:

Right here's my plan (and at this stage there's at least 4 of us: 2 x Connies, 1 x Bandit, 1 x Fat Boy & possibly 1 x Horse): we're meeting at BP Rangetiki and leaving at 06:30 (that means wheels turning at 06:30). Heading over Vinegar Hill and up SH1 to Turangi, breakfast at the truck stop, gas up and then over the Hill to the Chateau. Riders briefing is at 10am so need to be there before hand for registration etc.

We'll probably hang back at the Chateau for a while to keep out of all the traffic on the FH. Stop at Whanga for lunch with the rest of the ride but possibly leave early and just come straight home via the 'naki (possible diversion to Inglewood).

If anyone wants to join us on the way up that's fine and then they can either stick with us, go with the main bunch or do their own thing...

Oh, it's gonna be HOT!

[Meanie]

Enjoy the ride, and have a safe one

[manwithav8]

A fatboy???

I didn't think YOD was going...

[yod]

dont be silly

i dont get up that early!!

[manwithav8]

Now thats a really good point lol...

[banditrider]

A fatboy???

It's a model of compressor....


dont be silly

i dont get up that early!!

Be good practice for ya - I'll get Mark to knock on your door at 05:30.

[Meanie]

A fatboy???

I didn't think YOD was going...

You must spread reputation before giving to manwithv8 again.......

[yod]

You must spread reputation before giving to manwithv8 again.......

pffffffffft

[Owl]

Cheers Meanie & Sarge for the cruise to Shannon yesterday!:yes: I had planned to go out with Tracy when I got home, but she'd pissed off without me.:weep: Guess I'm redundant!

Who's heading over to Manfield today?

[Owl]

Tracy (Pegasus) was just looking over my shoulder. Apparently I'm not redundant!:D

[Meanie]

Tracy (Pegasus) was just looking over my shoulder. Apparently I'm not redundant!:D

Na mate you still gotta pay for everything :rofl:
I enjoyed that short ride yesterday, love that road from PN to Shannon its a bloody shame they are taking out those awesome corners at the end

[ynot slow]

Who's heading over to Manfield today?

Will go for a nosey,and brunch at a nice bar which is frequented on Friday nights rides.

[Owl]

Will go for a nosey,and brunch at a nice bar which is frequented on Friday nights rides.

Cool! I'll probably head over soon as Tracy has to get back for Stock Cars this afternoon.

[banditrider]

Man it was hot out there!

http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2009/01/2009-chateau-to-plateau.html

http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/2009ChateauToPlateau#

[cowboyz]

Man it was hot out there!

http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2009/01/2009-chateau-to-plateau.html

http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/2009ChateauToPlateau#

nice. wish I was there but had other things to do.
how good/bad are the road works on vinegar hill?

[banditrider]

Not too bad. New seal just after the 1st 2 tight corners on the way down the hill and then again after the one lane bridge (on that magnificent left-hander). Desert road still shocking.

[nadroj]

Man it was hot out there!

http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2009/01/2009-chateau-to-plateau.html

http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/2009ChateauToPlateau#

So... you didn't make it to the plateau then?

[Bonez]

Doug and I had a good ride. Called into Barrys and was introduced to Mellisa. Decided to go right instead of left at the Apiti T intertection. 10 kms of unsealed bit before you come out at Rangiwahia. Needless to say Doug was swearing an curesing at me ;) Met up with a chap on a black SV1000 (ezirider) there who waited for us at Ashhurst, but left around 5 minutes before we got there. Thinking we'd missed him he headed up west valley rd to Apiti so the SV was a bit dusty and the chain needed a bit of lube lov'n. Doug to the rescue. Also met a nice couple at Mangaweka on a silver Bemmer and 90s CB400/4(non v-tec project big one). Mentioned about the Friday night rides, so may have another couple there at some stage.

Left the DC3 and toodled (with the SV1000 in tow) down the SH then onto Hunterville, Fordell, Turikina, Marton, Makino rd home.

Had a nanna nap then went around to Douge and Robins for dinner. Nice and cool now so am tempted to get out again.

[Horse]

I haven't had my greatest day ever.

Just out of Taumaranui I got stuck behind some slower traffic and lost sight of Banditrider et al. And then going up a hill on some recently resurfaced seal (with hot tar providing little grip to the stones, so each bike was leaving a sparse fantail of gravel behind them) my bike broke its drive belt.

I was eventually picked up by the TEC vehicle, we loaded the bike onto the trailer, and kept on trucking. Got to Stratford, the bike was secured at one of the bikeshops there (the owner's a Lions member) and I managed to get a lift home (in a car) with a couple from Palmy who'd been in NP yesterday and had hung around in Taranaki as the wife's parent's were on the ride.

I think this bike's trying to break my heart. I'm going to arrange to get it transported back here in the next couple of days, at this stage I'm planning to park it in the shed and leave it there until sometime in March when I might be able to afford to fix it again.

:(

[Meanie]

Man it was hot out there!

http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2009/01/2009-chateau-to-plateau.html

http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/2009ChateauToPlateau#

Nice, you realise just how bad our roads are when youve been down south eh
Good to hear you enjoyed and got back ok

[banditrider]

So... you didn't make it to the plateau then?

Nope, had to go see me sis instead.


I haven't had my greatest day ever.

Just out of Taumaranui I got stuck behind some slower traffic and lost sight of Banditrider et al. And then going up a hill on some recently resurfaced seal (with hot tar providing little grip to the stones, so each bike was leaving a sparse fantail of gravel behind them) my bike broke it's drive belt.

I was eventually picked up by the TEC vehicle, we loaded the bike onto the trailer, and kept on trucking. Got to Stratford, the bike was secured at one of the bikeshops there (the owner's a Lions member) and I managed to get a lift home (in a car) with a couple from Palmy who'd been in NP yesterday and had hung around in Taranaki as the wife's parent's were on the ride.

I think this bike's trying to break my heart. I'm going to arrange to get it transported back here in the next couple of days, at this stage I'm planning to park it in the shed and leave it there until sometime in March when I might be able to afford to fix it again.

:(

Dude! That sux! Wish you'd have given me a yell! Went looking for ya at lunchtime - now I know what you were up too. Really sorry to hear about your bike, hope you can get it sorted asap. Really puts a downer on the day


Nice, you realise just how bad our roads are when youve been down south eh
Good to hear you enjoyed and got back ok

Cheers.

[Meanie]

I haven't had my greatest day ever.

Just out of Taumaranui I got stuck behind some slower traffic and lost sight of Banditrider et al. And then going up a hill on some recently resurfaced seal (with hot tar providing little grip to the stones, so each bike was leaving a sparse fantail of gravel behind them) my bike broke it's drive belt.

I was eventually picked up by the TEC vehicle, we loaded the bike onto the trailer, and kept on trucking. Got to Stratford, the bike was secured at one of the bikeshops there (the owner's a Lions member) and I managed to get a lift home (in a car) with a couple from Palmy who'd been in NP yesterday and had hung around in Taranaki as the wife's parent's were on the ride.

I think this bike's trying to break my heart. I'm going to arrange to get it transported back here in the next couple of days, at this stage I'm planning to park it in the shed and leave it there until sometime in March when I might be able to afford to fix it again.
I am sure there is a chain conversion available for the belt drive, might be worth looking into



:(

Oh crap mate that sucks, two belts in such a short time
Trade it and buy something with a shaft drive cause our roads seem to be getting worse every year

[Elysium]

Not too bad. New seal just after the 1st 2 tight corners on the way down the hill and then again after the one lane bridge (on that magnificent left-hander). Desert road still shocking.

And still the mounds of metal on the side of the road with no road workers in sight?

Well anyway I started to pack a bit to see how much I could fit into my pack, turns out not a lot for a 51 litre capacity. But luckly I just scored a 35 litre Ventura pack off Trademe not long ago for $100 so hopefuly it will arrive before Friday and I can zip both packs together. :woohoo:



I think this bike's trying to break my heart. I'm going to arrange to get it transported back here in the next couple of days, at this stage I'm planning to park it in the shed and leave it there until sometime in March when I might be able to afford to fix it again.

:(

Dam that aint good at all. Is a Harely chain replacement a big job?

[Bonez]

Bit of bad luck Horse. Have you considered a chain conversion?

The bike suits you to a T.

[yod]

dagnabbit, that's the shittiest of shite luck Horse, sorry to hear it man

[cowboyz]

that seriously sucks. Cant believe it!

[sinfull]

And still the mounds of metal on the side of the road with no road workers in sight?

Well anyway I started to pack a bit to see how much I could fit into my pack, turns out not a lot for a 51 litre capacity. But luckly I just scored a 35 litre Ventura pack off Trademe not long ago for $100 so hopefuly it will arrive before Friday and I can zip both packs together. :woohoo:


Dam that aint good at all. Is a Harely chain replacement a big job?
Only a little more than a belt replacement !!!!

that seriously sucks. Cant believe it!
Working tommorrow or ya keen to show a few honda riders the way round manfield ??

[cowboyz]

Only a little more than a belt replacement !!!!

Working tommorrow or ya keen to show a few honda riders the way round manfield ??

i have to go to work. looking after my bike at the moment cause I got a big trip coming up so laying off trackdays right now. have fun out there

[sinfull]

i have to go to work. looking after my bike at the moment cause I got a big trip coming up so laying off trackdays right now. have fun out there

Prolly wont be able to ride much unless there's someone there with tyre changing gear, think i done them in today !
Wont mention my knees here lol (think i done them in last weekend)
Just making mention of the track day to try and drum up some custom for em (sorry mate figured you would be at work but ummmm it's tag and you were it lol) Sorta like, if no one shows they might not do it again and thats just wrong !
Sooo as a plug it goes like this !
There is a "Slight" chance of getting some informed info, from a not a bad sort of rider down at manfield morra !
Along with a team of coaches, some bloke by the name of Slight will be on hand to help any (learner road riders to racers) that may want a little advice or help !

[Owl]

Unbelievable Horse! Make you want to get a quote from Anza and send it to Transit NZ?:mad:

[Horse]

Thanks for the kind words, I'm fairly gutted atm.

BR - would have phoned/txted, but there's no cell coverage of any kind along the Forgotten Highway, except on a few hilltops, and certainly wouldn't have reached you in Whanga.

Bonez - yep, I really love the bike, I love the way it looks, the way it sounds, the way it rides, it just doesn't seem to want to love me back. :)

Owl - such a thought did cross my mind today. <Insert rant about shitty state of our roads>

Thing is, something like a 1/4 of the bikes on the ride today were probably belt drive, not just Harley's but also like the Kawasaki VN900 the TEC vehicle had to pick up a bit after mine (with a flat tyre). They all went over that same patch of crappy seal, I just drew the lucky number and broke a belt. :(

[86GSXR]

Yeah Horse, that's really bad luck, I feel for you. Is there such a thing as a chain conversion? May make sense if there's a reason for two belt breakdowns in a row.

[Owl]

Thing is, something like a 1/4 of the bikes on the ride today were probably belt drive, not just Harley's but also like the Kawasaki VN900 the TEC vehicle had to pick up a bit after mine (with a flat tyre). They all went over that same patch of crappy seal, I just drew the lucky number and broke a belt. :(

It'd be worth going over the belt guards and looking to see where stones are getting through. It may be possible to modify the guards or fabricate something from acetal or nylon sheet to eliminate gaps and weak spots!:mellow:

[NZsarge]

Man it was hot out there!

Yeah it was a warm one but from from the roads that we rode the tarseal was'nt as bad as it has been.


[QUOTE=Bonez;1906197]Doug and I had a good ride. Called into Barrys and was introduced to Mellisa. Decided to go right instead of left at the Apiti T intertection. 10 kms of unsealed bit before you come out at Rangiwahia. Needless to say Doug was swearing an curesing at me ;) Met up with a chap on a black SV1000 (ezirider) there who waited for us at Ashhurst, but left around 5 minutes before we got there. Thinking we'd missed him he headed up west valley rd to Apiti so the SV was a bit dusty and the chain needed a bit of lube lov'n. Doug to the rescue. Also met a nice couple at Mangaweka on a silver Bemmer and 90s CB400/4(non v-tec project big one). Mentioned about the Friday night rides, so may have another couple there at some stage.

Left the DC3 and toodled (with the SV1000 in tow) down the SH then onto Hunterville, Fordell, Turikina, Marton, Makino rd home.

Had a nanna nap then went around to Douge and Robins for dinner. Nice and cool now so am tempted to get out again.
Nice, sounds like you had a great day.

I haven't had my greatest day ever.


I think this bike's trying to break my heart. I'm going to arrange to get it transported back here in the next couple of days, at this stage I'm planning to park it in the shed and leave it there until sometime in March when I might be able to afford to fix it again.

:(
Mate, bad news about about the drive belt, sound if you can find a chain conversion it might be the way to go eh..

[Monamie]

Sorry to hear about that Horse-I think Owls idea of up-grading/adding some kind of guard might be the ticket. The Beastie has a small guard under the belt, but I have found tar and small stones stuck up in there so it is only a matter of time until it happens to my bike:pinch:

[Elysium]

I spoke to a mechanic at City Honda today and we talked about belt drives and he said it's so common for belt drives to snap if a stone gets flicked up by the wheel and into the guard.

Is this the reason the major manaufactures haven't converted to belt drive?

[Owl]

I spoke to a mechanic at City Honda today and we talked about belt drives and he said it's so common for belt drives to snap if a stone gets flicked up by the wheel and into the guard.

Is this the reason the major manaufactures haven't converted to belt drive?

Not really! Harley's are made by Americans for Americans and they don’t face the same issues that we have here. The belt drive is great in its home market i.e. quiet, smooth, reliable, low maintenance and possible to achieve 70,000-90,000 miles on a single belt. It just doesn’t fare too well here with our crap roads!:msn-wink:

[Elysium]

Hmmm I'd rather stick a to a true and proven chain that requires dirty work to clean and maintain, which is a reuqired ritural to appease the machine spirit of the bike.

[banditrider]

Hmmm I'd rather stick a to a true and proven chain that requires dirty work to clean and maintain, which is a reuqired ritural to appease the machine spirit of the bike.

But once you've had a shaft drive (had to put "drive" in there so the perverts wouldn't get excited) you'll never look back...:shit:

... nope, still sounds a weeny bit rude (damn, shouldn't have mentioned "weeny" either)!:no:





...and I still've got a chain to look after:doh:

[Elysium]

So why don't smaller capacity bikes have drive shaft?

[banditrider]

Heavy & loose a bit more power in the drive train. Not an issue on cruisers or big bore tourers.





Though a lot of scooters & most quads are shaftees...

[Owl]

Hmmm I'd rather stick a to a true and proven chain that requires dirty work to clean and maintain, which is a reuqired ritural to appease the machine spirit of the bike.

Chains break too Elysium!:yes:

[cowboyz]

yep. Ive snapped a chain. There is nothing quite like coming out of a corner and losing all drive while your bike hits the rev limiter REALLY fast! Looked behind me to find chain bouncing down road. I was lucky. Heard nightmare stories about chains taking out the casing on the way out.......

All in all, no one could have picked wrecking 2 belts in 3 mths. That is some serious bad luck there.

[banditrider]

Heard nightmare stories about chains taking out the casing on the way out.......

Seen that happen to an XT200.

[NZsarge]

yep. Ive snapped a chain. There is nothing quite like coming out of a corner and losing all drive while your bike hits the rev limiter REALLY fast! Looked behind me to find chain bouncing down road. I was lucky. Heard nightmare stories about chains taking out the casing on the way out.......

Yep, been there and done that..... on someone elses bike no less..:pinch::o


All in all, no one could have picked wrecking 2 belts in 3 mths. That is some serious bad luck there.

Yep, seriously bad luck.

[Horse]

Well, starting to develop a slightly more positive outlook than I had on Sunday night. Plans are afoot - I figure if I'd have to park up the bike for about 6 weeks before I can afford to fix it, I might as well have a go at replacing the belt myself, as that'll probably take just as long. :)

Garage space has been arranged thanks to a friend, and a service manual has been ordered (which I should buy anyway). The procedure looks a bit daunting to me, but it'll be a good learning experience.

Thanks again for the support; I'll start a thread somewhere here (probably in the cruiser subforum) once things get underway for real.

[NZsarge]

Well, starting to develop a slightly more positive outlook than I had on Sunday night. Plans are afoot - I figure if I'd have to park up the bike for about 6 weeks before I can afford to fix it, I might as well have a go at replacing the belt myself, as that'll probably take just as long. :)

Garage space has been arranged thanks to a friend, and a service manual has been ordered (which I should buy anyway). The procedure looks a bit daunting to me, but it'll be a good learning experience.

Thanks again for the support; I'll start a thread somewhere here (probably in the cruiser subforum) once things get underway for real.

Sweet, did you look into the cost/viability of converting to chain drive? The part I like the most about that is that in theory you would'nt have a major dismantling job on your hands every time it needs replacing.

[Bonez]

Well, starting to develop a slightly more positive outlook than I had on Sunday night. Plans are afoot - I figure if I'd have to park up the bike for about 6 weeks before I can afford to fix it, I might as well have a go at replacing the belt myself, as that'll probably take just as long. :)

Garage space has been arranged thanks to a friend, and a service manual has been ordered (which I should buy anyway). The procedure looks a bit daunting to me, but it'll be a good learning experience.

Thanks again for the support; I'll start a thread somewhere here (probably in the cruiser subforum) once things get underway for real.Sing out when you start. I'll bring the some beer and supervise. One thing I'm good at, apperently. Be interesting to see how the bike comes apart for future reference ;).

[yod]

good on ya Horse, just take your time and you'll get it sorted

how much labour/expense was involved in having it replaced at the shop last time? I assume it was at least a few hours to make it worth doing yourself?

[Elysium]

How much $ do those belts go for?

[manwithav8]

Good on you horse.. If you get it sorted yourself you will have a huge sense of acheivment...

Let me know if you need some heavy duty tools, I have almost everything you could need, including really big hammers...Also car axle stands if that would help...Only thing I ask is that you don't then onlend them to cowboyz, he tends to look after them a little too long hahahaha

Just sing out mate...

[ynot slow]

Good on you horse.. If you get it sorted yourself you will have a huge sense of acheivment...

Let me know if you need some heavy duty tools, I have almost everything you could need, including really big hammers...Also car axle stands if that would help...Only thing I ask is that you don't then onlend them to cowboyz, he tends to look after them a little too long hahahaha

Just sing out mate...

Was going to say Cowboyz has a hammer(toolbox to some),but thought it was probably yours.:beer:

[Meanie]

Good on ya horse, youll be stoked when you get it up and running again, knowing you did it yourself
We could sell tickets and popcorn when you start, be better than the movies

[manwithav8]

Was going to say Cowboyz has a hammer(toolbox to some),but thought it was probably yours.:beer:

lol yeah it is all mine

[Elysium]

Speaking of tools, might be time for me to start starting up own tool collection and first tool will be a torqe wrench. Realised how useless the tools in my bikes tool bag are.

[manwithav8]

Speaking of tools, might be time for me to start starting up own tool collection and first tool will be a torqe wrench. Realised how useless the tools in my bikes tool bag are.

I wouldn't make a torque wrench priority mate.. A good one isn't cheap and that money could be well spent on other things. ( good socket set, good screw driver set, good ring open ender set ) These are the basics that every person job will demand.

With the way things are put together these days there is so much lock etc etc a torque wrench is rarely used. I'd only recommend it for engine internals, everything else just make sure it is secure.. ie tighten, go for short ride then re-check..

[Owl]

I wouldn't make a torque wrench priority mate.. A good one isn't cheap and that money could be well spent on other things. ( good socket set, good screw driver set, good ring open ender set ) These are the basics that every person job will demand.

With the way things are put together these days there is so much lock etc etc a torque wrench is rarely used. I'd only recommend it for engine internals, everything else just make sure it is secure.. ie tighten, go for short ride then re-check..

Yep and isn't tool purchasing a never ending story!:laugh: "Ooooh this might come in handy".:whistle:

[manwithav8]

Yep and isn't tool purchasing a never ending story!:laugh: "Ooooh this might come in handy".:whistle:

For sure, never happy with what you have, alwasy want more... I have no more room in my tool box or trolly, will have to look at another tool box if work keeps handing em to me for free lol

[Elysium]

For sure, never happy with what you have, alwasy want more... I have no more room in my tool box or trolly, will have to look at another tool box if work keeps handing em to me for free lol

Or loan some more to Cowboyz :laugh:

[manwithav8]

Or loan some more to Cowboyz :laugh:

He will be under close supervision if loaned more tools I tell ya....

[Meanie]

He will be under close supervision if loaned more tools I tell ya....

Wont matter, he will still claim ownership anyway

[manwithav8]

Wont matter, he will still claim ownership anyway

Just like your garage?? lol

[cowboyz]

He will be under close supervision if loaned more tools I tell ya....


well if you come to visit more than once a year you could pick your tools up!


Wont matter, he will still claim ownership anyway

HEY! He is worse than dogs for leaving stuff half way round the country!

[manwithav8]

well if you come to visit more than once a year you could pick your tools up!



HEY! He is worse than dogs for leaving stuff half way round the country!

Me?? hell no, at least my panniers don't come off mid ride or my sleeping bag for that matter.. I know where my stuff is lol

[KiwiKat]

... I just drew the lucky number and broke a belt. :(

Really bad luck. Classics are always temperamental but this just shouldn't happen. I would have thought a new belt would be stronger than that. Was it definitely a stone that caused this? Best of luck with the repairs.

[ynot slow]

Wont matter, he will still claim ownership anyway

What tribe does he belong too,Ngati Kawasakia of Ashhurstibro.

[Meanie]

What tribe does he belong too,Ngati Kawasakia of Ashhurstibro.

Yep that one

[Monamie]

Just picked up The Beastie from Anza from its 8000km service-ouch:crazy:
9 x Harleys sitting outside from a ride yesterday....all with broken belts from road works:angry2:. Apparently they are going to have a go at the council/road fixer people about paying. I am not sure where this happened, but north of here.

[yod]

9 x Harleys sitting outside from a ride yesterday....all with broken belts from road works:angry2:. Apparently they are going to have a go at the council/road fixer people about paying. I am not sure where this happened, but north of here.

Damn! Worth a crack though

[86GSXR]

And yet another reason to examine the shite standards of road works these days. I am seriously considering digging deeper (don't say anything). Last time I rang Transit about this they buck passed to the contractors.

[oscarnz]

And yet another reason to examine the shite standards of road works these days. I am seriously considering digging deeper (don't say anything). Last time I rang Transit about this they buck passed to the contractors.

Try again with Transit as they have now merged with us, and from what I hear there have been a few position changes so might be worth another go.
Just a thought anyway

[banditrider]

9 x Harleys sitting outside from a ride yesterday....all with broken belts from road works:angry2:.

:shit: Unbelievable. Maybe the roading contractors have got shares in the company that makes the belts. Wonder if you could go the consumer guarantee act way: bike (or belt) not fit for purpose as can't ride bike on the road without rubber band breaking...

Put me off rubber bands for life...

[Owl]

Put me off rubber bands for life...

You and me both Andrew and I actually like them!:yes:

[86GSXR]

Try again with Transit as they have now merged with us, and from what I hear there have been a few position changes so might be worth another go.
Just a thought anyway

It's definitely worth a go! I'm sure they're more sloppy now than they used to be. No doubt I'll get all the bullshit about budgets and contractors, timelines, efficiencies, resources and accountabilities and all the rest of it. But maybe someone will suggest something useful or actually listen. Thanks for the suggestion :yes:


:shit: Unbelievable. Maybe the roading contractors have got shares in the company that makes the belts. Wonder if you could go the consumer guarantee act way: bike (or belt) not fit for purpose as can't ride bike on the road without rubber band breaking...

Put me off rubber bands for life...

Someone HAS to be responsible in our wonderful little world surely.

[banditrider]

Yep, I don't mind some of the Buells and quite like the BMW 800's too...

Horse also has the most sensible Harley they make but it is crying out for a shaft - like every single other big-bore tourer...

[banditrider]

Someone HAS to be responsible in our wonderful little world surely.

Work through the list until you strike it lucky eh?

Seriously though, maybe you shouldn't tackle unsealed roads with a rubber band (although if a Buell Ulysses is supposed to be an adventure bike then maybe it's ok) but you should be able to ride on supposedly sealed routes...

Bit of a broken record here but we certainly seem to be forced to accept rubbish roads - I just hope they can get some stones to stick down and stay put before the winter rain...

[KiwiKat]

Wherever you head around here the roadworks is very poor quality. It seems to be either too much tar and not enough chip to cover it or bucket loads of chip which hasn't been rolled. Do they still do that? maybe they've only got one sweeper.

It is total crap and this year is definitely the worst. I saw the biggest balls up yet on Rewa Street and this was sprinkled chip as a footpath. quality control is lacking.

The more complaints the more chance of action _ Ministerial maybe?

[Meanie]

9 x Harleys sitting outside from a ride yesterday....all with broken belts from road works.

Looked like a tractor sales yard did it :oi-grr:
Anza workshop could be in cohoots with transit NZ


It's definitely worth a go! I'm sure they're more sloppy now than they used to be. No doubt I'll get all the bullshit about budgets and contractors, timelines, efficiencies, resources and accountabilities and all the rest of it. But maybe someone will suggest something useful or actually listen. Thanks for the suggestion :yes:



Someone HAS to be responsible in our wonderful little world surely.

You go for it Al our roads have become shocking, makes me want to move south :2thumbsup They cant blame funding, our tax keeps going up Maybe its time for all NZ bikers to make a united stand, like block Auckland motorway to a crawl with our bikes in rush hour for a couple of days
Thatl get some attention




Bit of a broken record here but we certainly seem to be forced to accept rubbish roads - I just hope they can get some stones to stick down and stay put before the winter rain...

Have to agree with you Andrew, the only reason they get away with it is we dont complain loud and long enough
Maybe its time we let the country know how we feel

[banditrider]

makes me want to move south :2thumbsup

Move to the coast, grow your hair, become a hippie and spend ya days in the Buller eh?

[Bonez]

9 x Harleys sitting outside from a ride yesterday....all with broken belts from road works:angry2:. .Are they having a bulk discount for the customers on belts?

[Elysium]

The main reason our roads suck is because all the old guys( as in the 40,50 and 60 year old pipe smoking guys) you used to see fixing the roads aint around anymore. Today its badly dressed former youth gang members on community service.

[banditrider]

How to ruin an RF (without resorting to crashing it eh): http://www.theledger.com/article/20090128/NEWS/901280356/1178?Title=Father_and_Son_Convert_Their_Motorcycle _to_Electric_for_About__3_000

[Owl]

The main reason our roads suck is because all the old guys( as in the 40,50 and 60 year old pipe smoking guys) you used to see fixing the roads aint around anymore. Today its badly dressed former youth gang members on community service.

Old guy's as in 40's? Bite yer tongue!:bash:

[Bonez]

Old guy's as in 40's? Bite yer tongue!:bash:Lot of old people on the Friday rides ah?

[Meanie]

Middle aged thank you

[yod]

Middle aged thank you

:whistle:







:lol:

[Bonez]

Middle aged thank youHmm, good point. My middle has aged alright.

[KiwiKat]

Lot of old people on the Friday rides ah?

Anyone born before me is either old or ancient. Your choice - I don't care, I:spanking: need to nap.

I just got CD's latest Newsletter. A couple of interesting rides coming up, one to the Americana Car Show, New Plymouth 28/02. Saturday Ride if anyone else is keen.

[ynot slow]

Better aged than marinade,shit not talking about steak are we?

Perhaps Harley are in cohoots with transit,they get to replace belts more per capita in NZ than anywhere else,because of the chip surface.

[Horse]

How to ruin an RF (without resorting to crashing it eh): http://www.theledger.com/article/20090128/NEWS/901280356/1178?Title=Father_and_Son_Convert_Their_Motorcycle _to_Electric_for_About__3_000

You can laugh (and tbh "ruin" is the right word for something that does 35miles and 55mph) but I firmly believe we'll be riding electric motorbikes in our lifetime that compare favourably to current petrol-powered bikes.

[cowboyz]

Middle aged thank you

middle age? You planning on living to 135yr old are you?

[ynot slow]

middle age? You planning on living to 135yr old are you?

Hehe used to tell mum and dad when they were 35yr old,geez you're middle aged and old,working that 70 is dead time so 35 is half way,45 is way over old.Can appreciate their clouts around the ears now I'm old.

[dogsnbikes]

Middle aged spread thank you

now thats more like it:woohoo:

[banditrider]

You can laugh (and tbh "ruin" is the right word for something that does 35miles and 55mph) but I firmly believe we'll be riding electric motorbikes in our lifetime that compare favourably to current petrol-powered bikes.

You're probably right but they'll need to be able to do 1,000 miles in 24 hours...And I'm not sure how they will be able to build soul into them, will a 2050 Harley Electric Glide still go potato, potato?

[Elysium]

I think old age begins at 30.

Well anyhow only today to go until I head off for the ferry early tomorow morning :wari:

[Owl]

I think old age begins at 30.

Well anyhow only today to go until I head off for the ferry early tomorow morning :wari:

Cheeky shit!:bleh:

Have a good safe trip down South dude!:yes:

[yod]

I think old age begins at 30.

Well anyhow only today to go until I head off for the ferry early tomorow morning :wari:

trust me, when you get to 30, you wont think that anymore:bleh:

have fun down there, weather's looking reasonable over the next week for ya

[Elysium]

I dunno..I'm close to 30 and feel old at times. Proberly gotta lay off the pies.

[Horse]

You're probably right but they'll need to be able to do 1,000 miles in 24 hours...

Some of the technologies on the drawing board should solve the charging issues - so you'll just fill up at an "electron station" when you need to.


And I'm not sure how they will be able to build soul into them, will a 2050 Harley Electric Glide still go potato, potato?

One thing I'm certain of is that a 2050 Harley will look, sound, and feel identical to a current petrol one, even if it's running on electricity.

[Horse]

Proberly gotta lay off the pies.

Blasphemer! :eek5:

[yod]

Blasphemer! :eek5:

lol

heresy!!

cast ye out with the sodomites!


ALL HAIL THE PIE

[Meanie]

lol

heresy!!

cast ye out with the sodomites!


ALL HAIL THE PIE

What sort of pie we talking about now Jono ? :laugh:

[Elysium]

What are the south island pies like?

Some of the technologies on the drawing board should solve the charging issues - so you'll just fill up at an "electron station" when you need to.


First we need "Electron" companies to start up and rip us off at the plug pump...then the govenments share, Power compaies shareholders share etc....

[yod]

What sort of pie we talking about now Jono ? :laugh:

Wild Bean Cafe's Double Beef Bacon and Cheese of course:drool:

what pie are you talking about?!:oi-grr:

[Horse]

Wild Bean Cafe's Double Beef Bacon and Cheese of course:drool:

You appear to have mis-spelled Wild Bean Cafe's Butter Chicken. :)

[Bonez]

You're probably right but they'll need to be able to do 1,000 miles in 24 hours...And I'm not sure how they will be able to build soul into them, will a 2050 Harley Electric Glide still go potato, potato?They might go up market and include a peeler.....

[yod]

You appear to have mis-spelled Wild Bean Cafe's Butter Chicken. :)

Thai Curry!! mmmmmmmmmmm :drool:

[Elysium]

Well my bike is packed up and fueled up, but have this feeling I'm missing something.

[banditrider]

One thing I'm certain of is that a 2050 Harley will look, sound, and feel identical to a current petrol one, even if it's running on electricity.

Bigger, louder stereo eh?


They might go up market and include a peeler.....

Electric of course...


Well my bike is packed up and fueled up, but have this feeling I'm missing something.

Take it easy and have a good one!

[Meanie]

Well my bike is packed up and fueled up, but have this feeling I'm missing something.

Have fun and ride safe

[NZsarge]

Man, if any of the days next weekend are forecast to be like this I reckon getting on the road even earlier might be a good idea. Holy arse it was and still is hot today!!

[cowboyz]

you have to convince the mean one to get out of bed. The clamber round making as much noise as possible worked well last time..........

Your right about the heat! Mrs C and I went for a pootle to waipuk today to pick up some "I am trying to not be a sportsbike" attachments for the 9. Norman did a fab job as did Mrs C. Had to stop for an icecream in dannivegas cause the heat was getting towards the extreme end of the scale.

[NZsarge]

. Had to stop for an icecream in dannivegas cause the heat was getting towards the extreme end of the scale.

Awsome Bobby took Norman to Waipuk!
I think it bears serious thought about pushing off earlier though, Maybe even a daybreak start??? :pinch::crazy: Just thinking out loud....:whistle:
Picked up a Ventura pack today so I think i'm basically sorted now.

[cowboyz]

Awsome Bobby took Norman to Waipuk!
I think it bears serious thought about pushing off earlier though, Maybe even a daybreak start??? :pinch::crazy: Just thinking out loud....:whistle:
Picked up a Ventura pack today so I think i'm basically sorted now.

She took me too!

Ventura packs rock.

I will be entering the widest bike competition next week.

What time is daybreak? 10am?

[NZsarge]

She took me too!
Yeah the woman of Ashhurst are stepping out these days and giving us the learn...


Ventura packs rock.

I will be entering the widest bike competition next week.
Good lord, this should be good!



What time is daybreak? 10am?
Funny.... har har...

[banditrider]

Mrs C and I went for a pootle to waipuk today to pick up some "I am trying to not be a sportsbike" attachments for the 9. Norman did a fab job as did Mrs C. Had to stop for an icecream in dannivegas cause the heat was getting towards the extreme end of the scale.

So 8 bikes next weekend?

[cowboyz]

thought about it but got our quota of hondas for the ride...........

[banditrider]

Surely not. BTW: you see the nail I pulled out of the VTR's tyre this arvo...

[sarahtvet]

I think old age begins at 30.

Well anyhow only today to go until I head off for the ferry early tomorow morning :wari:

You're as old as the man/woman you feel is my motto :lol:

Have a fab time down south:2thumbsup you have sparked me to start planning, it is nearly a year since the I got the blue beast:love: and had a short trip over the pond. Well overdue for another. Going in the winter too for a challenge but think I shall have to pop down whilst the sun still shines :sunny:

Look forward to reading all about it :yes:

[cowboyz]

no, is it buggered? front or rear? I got some spares suitable for communting lying round here

[banditrider]

no, is it buggered? front or rear? I got some spares suitable for communting lying round here

Nope, went in on an angle and so far no leaks:

[cowboyz]

shit. thats a whopper

[banditrider]

Yep, lucky there was plenty of tread on the tyre otherwise it may have stranded me last night (or whenever I picked it up).

[yod]

ah but was that an old 50c or a new one?

[Meanie]

Yep, lucky there was plenty of tread on the tyre otherwise it may have stranded me last night (or whenever I picked it up).

Bugger, did you fix it yourself or did you take it in ?

[banditrider]

Bugger, did you fix it yourself or did you take it in ?

The old man yanked it out and so far no leaks...

Shed was chockka last night, car had to sleep outside.

[Meanie]

The old man yanked it out and so far no leaks...

Shed was chockka last night, car had to sleep outside.

Nothing like a shed full of bikes eh :2thumbsup

[Owl]

Nothing like a shed full of bikes eh :2thumbsup

Certainly beats a shed full of lawnmowers!:laugh:

[NZsarge]

Certainly beats a shed full of lawnmowers!:laugh:

Depends on if they are ride on ones and how much horsepower they have...:laugh:

[Meanie]

Depends on if they are ride on ones and how much horsepower they have...:laugh:

Mmmmmm a ZX14 ride on lawn mower, that would be fun

[banditrider]

Certainly beats a shed full of lawnmowers!:laugh:

Wanna see a pic of my mower? 4hp of pure grunt! But wait, there's more - how's about my 22cc weedeater?

[Meanie]

Wanna see a pic of my mower? 4hp of pure grunt! But wait, there's more - how's about my 22cc weedeater?

Aww cut it out your getting the poor lad excited

[NZsarge]

Mmmmmm a ZX14 ride on lawn mower, that would be fun

I'll see if I can mount the deck off the old mans Walker mower under the 14 and time myself around the lawns... I'll let you know how I get on.:Punk:


:laugh:

[Owl]

Mmmmmm a ZX14 ride on lawn mower, that would be fun

:shit:That would be special!


how's about my 22cc weedeater?

Does it have a clutch?:D

[NZsarge]

Aww cut it out your getting the poor lad excited

Sorry, can't get too wound up about 4hp, current one is 20hp with a 42 inch cut, needless to say I don't get a turn on it....

[banditrider]

Does it have a clutch?:D

Nah, but supposedly does about 12,000rpm...



Oh Sarge - 20hp is nothing: http://nz.youtube.com/watch?v=u5M_BpcC67o

[Owl]

:rofl:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAGz4i2_Iuk&NR=1

[banditrider]

Yep spotted that one in my first search - dig the vacuum cleaner hoses to the turbo.

Here's a V8: http://nz.youtube.com/watch?v=8LXFSLK3otM

[NZsarge]

Nah, but supposedly does about 12,000rpm...



Oh Sarge - 20hp is nothing: http://nz.youtube.com/watch?v=u5M_BpcC67o

:killingme Good lord, there's got even less point to that than there is truck racing! Funny though..

[cowboyz]

ah but was that an old 50c or a new one?

No, its 1000cc but being a honda probably feels close to a 50cc

[banditrider]

Well it is my little commuter...

[cowboyz]

I'll see if I can mount the deck off the old mans Walker mower under the 14 and time myself around the lawns... I'll let you know how I get on.:Punk:


:laugh:

Id pay to see that. Maybe could sort something out for the greens. I dont think the golfers would mind much having a 190 section trench through the middle of each green

[Owl]

I dont think the golfers would mind much having a 190 section trench through the middle of each green

My brother plays there and lives along the third fairway. I'm quite sure he'd mind!:laugh:

[NZsarge]

Would it be tempting fate to look at next weekends weather forecast?

[Meanie]

Would it be tempting fate to look at next weekends weather forecast?

Weather is gonna be awesome

[NZsarge]

Weather is gonna be awesome

Glad to hear it.

[cowboyz]

one of the biggest Highs sitting right over north island for 4 days starting from friday. Its gonna be stinking hot

[NZsarge]

one of the biggest Highs sitting right over north island for 4 days starting from friday. Its gonna be stinking hot

Ahem, early start anyone?

[ynot slow]

All you guys riding on the weekend enjoy the weather and take pics.

Have a mate and his wife cruising down from the Waikato on Friday,am keen to meet them say at Taihape or Mangaweka about 12ish,they should be leaving Tokoroa about 10 and heading down western side.

Keen to get a few if keen to show them (and me done by car only)Vinegar Hill and maybe lunch at Feilding but play by ear.Had a blond moment when he said he was riding down last week,forgot it was a holiday Friday,and had the idea of a ride.Probably leave from BP Fitzherbet by REPCO about 10.45 or so.

[SuperSonic]

one of the biggest Highs sitting right over north island for 4 days starting from friday. Its gonna be stinking hot

:bye::bye::crybaby::crybaby::crybaby::moon::brick:

You all have a plast now ya hear!:sunny:

[SuperSonic]

Well it is my little commuter...

Hey Banditrider, we got past buy a VTR in standard trim yesterday on the
pie-a-to-a track, right at the turn off to mangamaireee. Was that you?

[Monie]

no i have heard it all this was a weekend ride thread.. and now look what you have all gone and done its more like a talk crap thread.....:niceone:

[yod]

its more like a talk crap thread.....:niceone:

course it does

thats our speciality

[cowboyz]

:bye::bye::crybaby::crybaby::crybaby::moon::brick:

You all have a plast now ya hear!:sunny:


ok. Will try not to enjoy it too much.


course it does

thats our speciality

our??????

[yod]

our??????

oh please.....you ain't fooling anyone



got a new chap at work just arrived from Pomland, his K3 Gixxer thou should be here in another month or so.....he rides 2-up a lot (apparently SHE picked the bike!?!?)....i'm sure you'll all help out in showing them round the place when the time comes

[cowboyz]

oh please.....you ain't fooling anyone



got a new chap at work just arrived from Pomland, his K3 Gixxer thou should be here in another month or so.....he rides 2-up a lot (apparently SHE picked the bike!?!?)....i'm sure you'll all help out in showing them round the place when the time comes

I am sure a welcoming committee will be hot on his heals...............

[dogsnbikes]

Question for you Yod

how much does it cost to deguise and station wagon to look like a blackbird:innocent:

[86GSXR]

Hi everyone. In keeping with original intent of this thread and the agreement that was made to get the Manawatu Rant and Rave thread back, all of the off topic stuff, brilliant as it is, will get moved to R&R over the next week or so. Thank you for your co-operation during the transitory phase :rockon:

[yod]

Question for you Yod

how much does it cost to deguise and station wagon to look like a blackbird:innocent:

yeah yeah, you'll keep

[banditrider]

Hey Banditrider, we got past buy a VTR in standard trim yesterday on the
pie-a-to-a track, right at the turn off to mangamaireee. Was that you?

Nope, VTR stayed in the shed yesterday.

[sarahtvet]

All you guys riding on the weekend enjoy the weather and take pics..
Ditto :sunny:


Have a mate and his wife cruising down from the Waikato on Friday,am keen to meet them say at Taihape or Mangaweka about 12ish,they should be leaving Tokoroa about 10 and heading down western side.
Keen to get a few if keen to show them (and me done by car only)Vinegar Hill and maybe lunch at Feilding but play by ear.Had a blond moment when he said he was riding down last week,forgot it was a holiday Friday,and had the idea of a ride.Probably leave from BP Fitzherbet by REPCO about 10.45 or so.

I have a meeting in opunake or wanga but if it fits with the times I will come part of the way with you :yes: :ride:

[ynot slow]

I have a meeting in opunake or wanga but if it fits with the times I will come part of the way with you :yes: :ride:

Go on ya know ya want too.Hope it is Wanganui and not Whangamomona,biiigg difference in times lol:clap:.Make the times fit hehe.Mind you being female will mean it will be at YOUR descretion whether time permits or not,I mean us males know when you lot say ready in 15mins it means 25mins or when we are on time you say "your late" sheesh can't win.:girlfight:

[oscarnz]

Hope everyone doing the Coro loop trip at the weekend has an awesome time. I will be thinking of you all while I am sitting in a cage on the way to Auckland.
But I am looking forward to the Classic motorbike racing at Puke. :2thumbsup

Make sure you take lots of photos guys.

[ynot slow]

Hope everyone doing the Coro loop trip at the weekend has an awesome time. I will be thinking of you all while I am sitting in a cage on the way to Auckland.
But I am looking forward to the Classic motorbike racing at Puke. :2thumbsup

Make sure you take lots of photos guys.

You too please.

[NZsarge]

Mint! Work done and dusted for the week, bikes polished and ready to rumble.
Is it raining in the Manawatu today?

[86GSXR]

Wish I didn't have to work. Nice day here, no sign of anything coming in either!

[Owl]

Mint! Work done and dusted for the week, bikes polished and ready to rumble.
Is it raining in the Manawatu today?

When are you guy's heading off Sarge?

[NZsarge]

When are you guy's heading off Sarge?

Bright and early tomorrow morning, departure 8:30 I recall, coming for a part ride mate?

[NZsarge]

BTW, for those who might need it during the days away i'm bringing chain wax with me and i'm happy to share, no sense in all of us bringing some.

[cowboyz]

Well I am done for the week too. YAYA!!!!!!!!!

have to sort some tyres out for the bike for the weekend and then its all go tomorrow. Weather looks like its coming to party the whole weekend. Gonna be a good one.

[cowboyz]

BTW, for those who might need it during the days away i'm bringing chain wax with me and i'm happy to share, no sense in all of us bringing some.

Thats good. I heard Yod will be bringing the leg wax so the honda riders will be covered as well....

[NZsarge]

Hope everyone doing the Coro loop trip at the weekend has an awesome time. I will be thinking of you all while I am sitting in a cage on the way to Auckland.
But I am looking forward to the Classic motorbike racing at Puke. :2thumbsup

Make sure you take lots of photos guys.

Enjoy your time up north, i'm planning to, Pauly going for an autograph??

[Owl]

Bright and early tomorrow morning, departure 8:30 I recall, coming for a part ride mate?

I wouldn't mind, but I'll see how the body is feeling. Bit sore from head-on in car!:crybaby:

[cowboyz]

saw that. not mint.

[NZsarge]

Well I am done for the week too. YAYA!!!!!!!!!

have to sort some tyres out for the bike for the weekend and then its all go tomorrow. Weather looks like its coming to party the whole weekend. Gonna be a good one.
Sweet, might see you some time mid to late arvo, staying at M and M's tonight as far as i'm aware.

Thats good. I heard Yod will be bringing the leg wax so the honda riders will be covered as well....
Fuggin' classic!!

I wouldn't mind, but I'll see how the body is feeling. Bit sore from head-on in car!:crybaby:

Just read your thread about the head on dude, that's a shit house deal mate, don't ride unless your fully all good.

[86GSXR]

I'll be bringing my Scottoil, but I'll wait while you boys apply your product :p

[cowboyz]

we can oil a chain in less time than it takes to drink a latte.......................

[86GSXR]

I wouldn't mind, but I'll see how the body is feeling. Bit sore from head-on in car!:crybaby:

:shit: I'll have a read!

[86GSXR]

we can oil a chain in less time than it takes to drink a latte.......................

:laugh: :laugh:

[oscarnz]

Enjoy your time up north, i'm planning to, Pauly going for an autograph??

Sure is, has even done a painting for Kevin Schwantz, and we are going to have it colour copied so he can sign one for us.
Also Pauly has a replica helmet of Kevin's so will have that signed as well.

Sounds like we will get to meet him in person as he is staying with some friends of friends

[NZsarge]

Sure is, has even done a painting for Kevin Schwantz, and we are going to have it colour copied so he can sign one for us.
Also Pauly has a replica helmet of Kevin's so will have that signed as well.


Careful, Kev might take a shine to the painting and you might not get it back... ;)


Sounds like we will get to meet him in person as he is staying with some friends of friends

Friggin' awesome! Get him to give ya some tips on riding so you can pass em onto me.. :D

[oscarnz]

Friggin' awesome! Get him to give ya some tips on riding so you can pass em onto me.. :D

Pauly is going to give him the orginial and we will keep the signed copy.

I will pass the message on

[yod]

BTW, for those who might need it during the days away i'm bringing chain wax with me and i'm happy to share, no sense in all of us bringing some.
see? it starts off nice and normal.....

Thats good. I heard Yod will be bringing the leg wax so the honda riders will be covered as well....
....and then someone starts taking the piss....


Fuggin' classic!!

....and then others encourage him....

I'll be bringing my Scottoil, but I'll wait while you boys apply your product :p
....which convinces others to join in....

we can oil a chain in less time than it takes to drink a latte.......................

and it all ends with a latte.....


:yawn:

morning all

oil and filter changed
clutch fluid flushed
front tyre replaced
bags packed
:rockon:

[cowboyz]

arent you surposed to be working?

[sarahtvet]

Sure is, has even done a painting for Kevin Schwantz, and we are going to have it colour copied so he can sign one for us.
Also Pauly has a replica helmet of Kevin's so will have that signed as well.

Sounds like we will get to meet him in person as he is staying with some friends of friends

Sounds like you will have a great time. Enjoy :yes:

[yod]

arent you surposed to be working?

what is this....working.....you speak of??

[sarahtvet]

I wouldn't mind, but I'll see how the body is feeling. Bit sore from head-on in car!:crybaby:

Thats not good, lots of liquid local/ general anaesthetic over the weekend should ease that :lol:

Hope you feel better soon:yes:

BTW may have some pics of you at Manfield the other saturday. I will have look adn send you the ones I think are you if you want

[sarahtvet]

Go on ya know ya want too.Hope it is Wanganui and not Whangamomona,biiigg difference in times lol:clap:.Make the times fit hehe.Mind you being female will mean it will be at YOUR descretion whether time permits or not,I mean us males know when you lot say ready in 15mins it means 25mins or when we are on time you say "your late" sheesh can't win.:girlfight:

Have to be in Bulls at 09:30 so not gonna make it, sorry. I am going on a bit of a training ride with Kerry so will keep in touch in case I can bump into you all on my way home. Not fixed route route yet :ride:

I am ignoring your usual boy talk cause I know you are well-trained really:lol:

Do agree I am not the best timekeeper, working on it :yes:

[Monie]

Hope everyone doing the Coro loop trip at the weekend has an awesome time. I will be thinking of you all while I am sitting in a cage on the way to Auckland.
But I am looking forward to the Classic motorbike racing at Puke. :2thumbsup

Make sure you take lots of photos guys.
what time you heading up that way...


Thats good. I heard Yod will be bringing the leg wax so the honda riders will be covered as well....

mmmmmmmmmm i dont need that i have my own it automatic... [meanie]
the weather is gone to be mint and who cares iif it is not we still riding... so to all who are out rideing this weekend have fun and take care...

[Monie]

sarge see you tonight...

[Horse]

Have fun up north you guys, still very bummed I'm not coming too. Looks like a great weekend, so please try not to enjoy the ride too much.

As for my bike, it's now ensconced in my mate's garage, got the service manual, looks like HD are coming to the party on supplying a new belt under warranty, so should be pulling things apart and making a mess fairly soon now. :)

[yod]

Have fun up north you guys, still very bummed I'm not coming too. Looks like a great weekend, so please try not to enjoy the ride too much.

As for my bike, it's now ensconced in my mate's garage, got the service manual, looks like HD are coming to the party on supplying a new belt under warranty, so should be pulling things apart and making a mess fairly soon now. :)

yeah, gutted for you man

glad to hear about the warranty deal though, that's fucking mint (slice)

we'll get lots of pics for ya

[cowboyz]

bike has new(ish) rubber on it. chain cleaned and oiled. ready to rock.

Bring on tomorrow!!

[86GSXR]

Panniers and Top box fitting :soon: Won't be long til I need a reversing light. May have time for a clean as well, I won't recognise it then :yeah:

[NZsarge]

Have fun up north you guys, still very bummed I'm not coming too. Looks like a great weekend, so please try not to enjoy the ride too much.

Yeah, shame you're not coming along too mate, really shithouse luck.

As for my bike, it's now ensconced in my mate's garage, got the service manual, looks like HD are coming to the party on supplying a new belt under warranty, so should be pulling things apart and making a mess fairly soon now. :)
Great to hear about a replacement belt, does that not include fitting as well considering it's as you say a warranty deal?

[Horse]

does that not include fitting as well considering it's as you say a warranty deal?

No, just the belt, because it's HD that has a 90-day warranty on the part, not the shop.

[Maha]

bike has new(ish) rubber on it. chain cleaned and oiled. ready to rock.

Bring on tomorrow!!


Panniers and Top box fitting :soon: Won't be long til I need a reversing light. May have time for a clean as well, I won't recognise it then :yeah:

So where exactly are U's going?

[yod]

bike has new(ish) rubber on it. chain cleaned and oiled. ready to rock.

Bring on tomorrow!!


Panniers and Top box fitting :soon: Won't be long til I need a reversing light. May have time for a clean as well, I won't recognise it then :yeah:

I'm bringing all the luggage, just cos i CAN!


So where exactly are U's going?

over there, then over there, then round there and back down there, then round then and back home that way

[Monie]

Have fun up north you guys, still very bummed I'm not coming too. Looks like a great weekend, so please try not to enjoy the ride too much.

As for my bike, it's now ensconced in my mate's garage, got the service manual, looks like HD are coming to the party on supplying a new belt under warranty, so should be pulling things apart and making a mess fairly soon now. :)
promise we wont lol.... yeah right....


I'm bringing all the luggage, just cos i CAN!



over there, then over there, then round there and back down there, then round then and back home that way

hay you stole my directions.... ... and up there and down there ...

[Bonez]

Hither and yon are the places I intend to travel to this long weekend. Far more interesting..................

[86GSXR]

Is that the wild blue yon? Speaking of which, wild blue panniers going on right now. Mmmmm

[cowboyz]

So where exactly are U's going?

hitting the famous coroGP saturday and then east cape sunday. Seems like a good way to spend a couple of days. 7 bikes. 8 peeps. Going to be a fantastic weekend.

[manwithav8]

bugger you all !!!!!!!!!!!!

Bike running like poos so decided to build new fence and poor lots and lots of concrete instead of riding this weekend.

Finally time to so something around my own house, looking foward to it...

Bring on the gardening lol

[cowboyz]

bugger you all !!!!!!!!!!!!

Bike running like poos so decided to build new fence and poor lots and lots of concrete instead of riding this weekend.

Finally time to so something around my own house, looking foward to it...

Bring on the gardening lol

wish I could be there working my arse off but them roads arent going to ride themselves.

I'll take one for the team and go riding.

[manwithav8]

wish I could be there working my arse off but them roads arent going to ride themselves.

I'll take one for the team and go riding.

good to see your putting yourself out there lol

[banditrider]

BTW, for those who might need it during the days away i'm bringing chain wax with me and i'm happy to share, no sense in all of us bringing some.

Should be right thanks Sarge...

Now, I've been working all day and haven't packed as yet but reckon I possibly won't even need my topbox...so am I bringing it? Also, have checked out my tent and it hasn't rotted away to nothing so is all good - do I need it (3 man dome jobby)?

[Bonez]

good to see your putting yourself out there lolSelf sacrificing is our Lance ;).

[cowboyz]

Should be right thanks Sarge...

Now, I've been working all day and haven't packed as yet but reckon I possibly won't even need my topbox...so am I bringing it? Also, have checked out my tent and it hasn't rotted away to nothing so is all good - do I need it (3 man dome jobby)?

we are taking a tent cause then we can have a little hide-away from the snoring. Bring one if you like but there will be a honda rider coming along you could snuggle next to.


Self sacrificing is our Lance ;).

Cant help but be helpful.

[ynot slow]

Take sunscreen as well,could be needed.Hope it is needed here.

[86GSXR]

20 minutes including lubing some sticky new lock barrels and the Tiger looks like a freight train :gob: Can I ride it on a normal license? I think I have enough storage, no I can't carry the chain wax - no room for the expresso machine then :devil2:

Just out for a wee test ride, pics may be taken :cool:

[Bonez]

20 minutes including lubing some sticky new lock barrels and the Tiger looks like a freight train :gob: Can I ride it on a normal license? I think I have enough storage, no I can't carry the chain wax - no room for the expresso machine then :devil2:

Just out for a wee test ride, pics may be taken :cool:Just remember to take some duct tape. Just in case..........................

[Owl]

Just remember to take some duct tape. Just in case..........................

Probably not a bad idea Bonez.:yes: After all, there'll be several jap bikes on the journey!:whistle:

[Bonez]

Probably not a bad idea Bonez.:yes: After all, there'll be several jap bikes on the journey!:whistle:So true, so true....

[cowboyz]

Probably not a bad idea Bonez.:yes: After all, there'll be several jap bikes on the journey!:whistle:

Is duct tape strong enough to hold panniers on?

[Bonez]

Is duct tape strong enough to hold panniers on?Yipsireebob. Good for patching up fairings too I beleive.

[cowboyz]

good tip for meanie then..............

[GSVR]

Bright and early tomorrow morning, departure 8:30 I recall, coming for a part ride mate?

Hmmmm. I would but my front tyres bald.

[oscarnz]

what time you heading up that way...



We are going to try and get away between 7 - 8am, as soon as I get Pauly and Thommo (a good friend of ours) out of bed and in the car.
As this woman doesnt like being late!!!!

[ynot slow]

Just remember to take some duct tape. Just in case..........................

Friggin prophetic words there mate,you don't know how close to the truth this post is.

[ynot slow]

Is duct tape strong enough to hold panniers on?

Nope but tie downs will work pretty good Ithink.

[86GSXR]

The Gods of a dumb ass biker have spoken :weep: Just when the week couldn't have got any worse, it did.

Stopped to take pics of the beautiful new luggage system, parked in a STUPID place, cut grass everywhere, got off bike, bike all good, I slipped down bank, knocked bike. I landed at the bottom and watched in slow motion horror as my baby followed me down :crybaby:

Huge thanks to Tony and Janine :hug: the passerbys, and to Kerry. Long chat, talked me through the procedure for restarting a bike that's been almost upside down for 20 minutes.

Broken clutch lever, indicator, pannier system, and scratched tank.

Going to the shed now to repair. She will go to the ball.

:crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby:

[Owl]

:shit:Oh no Al!

[chanceyy]

The Gods of a dumb ass biker have spoken :weep: Just when the week couldn't have got any worse, it did.

Stopped to take pics of the beautiful new luggage system, parked in a STUPID place, cut grass everywhere, got off bike, bike all good, I slipped down bank, knocked bike. I landed at the bottom and watched in slow motion horror as my baby followed me down :crybaby:

Huge thanks to Tony and Janine :hug: the passerbys, and to Kerry. Long chat, talked me through the procedure for restarting a bike that's been almost upside down for 20 minutes.

Broken clutch lever, indicator, pannier system, and scratched tank.

Going to the shed now to repair. She will go to the ball.

:crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby:

ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh farken hell babe .. damn well feel for you on that one :cry:

[Bonez]

That's no good Al. On the bright side-the Tiger has now been off road as it were ah?

[Owl]

I can probably lend you an indicator or two to get you on the road Al! Wouldn't that rot yer undies!:weep:

[Meanie]

Have fun up north you guys, still very bummed I'm not coming too. Looks like a great weekend, so please try not to enjoy the ride too much.

As for my bike, it's now ensconced in my mate's garage, got the service manual, looks like HD are coming to the party on supplying a new belt under warranty, so should be pulling things apart and making a mess fairly soon now. :)

We gonna miss you Horse, bummed your not coming


Panniers and Top box fitting :soon: Won't be long til I need a reversing light. May have time for a clean as well, I won't recognise it then :yeah:


Is that the wild blue yon? Speaking of which, wild blue panniers going on right now. Mmmmm

You know i,m gonna get the tape out


Should be right thanks Sarge...

Now, I've been working all day and haven't packed as yet but reckon I possibly won't even need my topbox...so am I bringing it? Also, have checked out my tent and it hasn't rotted away to nothing so is all good - do I need it (3 man dome jobby)?


Just remember to take some duct tape. Just in case..........................

Probably wont need your tent Chris is setting his big one up for us and ill do my snoring inside in comfort



OMG Al I am shell shocked, Yell if you need a hand and hope to see you in the morning

[banditrider]

Broken clutch lever, indicator, pannier system, and scratched tank.

Going to the shed now to repair. She will go to the ball.

:crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby:

Friggin hell! That bites! Hope she all's good for the morning. If you need it I've got a bit of space in my topbox...

[oscarnz]

The Gods of a dumb ass biker have spoken :weep: Just when the week couldn't have got any worse, it did.

Stopped to take pics of the beautiful new luggage system, parked in a STUPID place, cut grass everywhere, got off bike, bike all good, I slipped down bank, knocked bike. I landed at the bottom and watched in slow motion horror as my baby followed me down :crybaby:

Huge thanks to Tony and Janine :hug: the passerbys, and to Kerry. Long chat, talked me through the procedure for restarting a bike that's been almost upside down for 20 minutes.

Broken clutch lever, indicator, pannier system, and scratched tank.

Going to the shed now to repair. She will go to the ball.

:crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby:

Oh honey really feel for you. Let me know if there is anything we can do to help tonight to get her fixed!!!

[cowboyz]

:no::no::no::no::no::no::no::no::no::no:


Not fucking mint

[ynot slow]

:no::no::no::no::no::no::no::no::no::no:


Not fucking mint

He needs kwaka green tape for indicator repair.

It could be turquoise blue maybe.

Tommorrow is the first day of the rest of the ride.lol

[rottiguy]

That's a real shit Al, hope it's not too much of a major :(



The Gods of a dumb ass biker have spoken :weep: Just when the week couldn't have got any worse, it did.

Stopped to take pics of the beautiful new luggage system, parked in a STUPID place, cut grass everywhere, got off bike, bike all good, I slipped down bank, knocked bike. I landed at the bottom and watched in slow motion horror as my baby followed me down :crybaby:

Huge thanks to Tony and Janine :hug: the passerbys, and to Kerry. Long chat, talked me through the procedure for restarting a bike that's been almost upside down for 20 minutes.

Broken clutch lever, indicator, pannier system, and scratched tank.

Going to the shed now to repair. She will go to the ball.

:crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby: :crybaby:

[86GSXR]

Nearly sorted, will do it without the panniers - no worries! Shit, what do I need? Sleeping bag and toothbrush basically. Thanks for all the support here, visits, and texts guys, really helps. Al, you're a legend mate, new indicator that fits :banana:, Garry, your experienced eye summed it up very nicely :2thumbsup

[chanceyy]

Nearly sorted, will do it without the panniers - no worries! Shit, what do I need? Sleeping bag and toothbrush basically. Thanks for all the support here, visits, and texts guys, really helps. Al, you're a legend mate, new indicator that fits :banana:, Garry, your experienced eye summed it up very nicely :2thumbsup

Glad to hear that hon .. :niceone: have a most awesome ride & take care out there :yes:

[Owl]

Nearly sorted, will do it without the panniers - no worries! Shit, what do I need? Sleeping bag and toothbrush basically. Thanks for all the support here, visits, and texts guys, really helps. Al, you're a legend mate, new indicator that fits :banana:, Garry, your experienced eye summed it up very nicely :2thumbsup

Couldn't have you heading North with a battered looking Tiger now could we?

If it’s any consolation Al, a Tiger doesn’t look entirely out of place lying down in long grass!;)

[sarahtvet]

Just back from a lovely meal with the tiger rescue team :2thumbsup:

Wanted to wish all the east cape adventurers a great trip. Look forward to the write up and pics:yes:

[cowboyz]

time to get on the bikes ppl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Im ready! Lets go!!!

[banditrider]

time to get on the bikes ppl!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Im ready! Lets go!!!

Did you just get up or something? Been awake since before 5....

[Owl]

Have a great ride and weekend guy's!:2thumbsup

I'd love to join you for part of the way, but I'm going to give myself another day before hammering my neck with a helmet:weep: At least my headache has finally gone!:yes:

[ynot slow]

Couldn't have you heading North with a battered looking Tiger now could we?

If it’s any consolation Al, a Tiger doesn’t look entirely out of place lying down in long grass!;)

Come on I wanted Al to put green tape to hold the bulb holder on for cowboyz' sake.

Tiger wasn't lying down it was prowling it's next kill.

[Owl]

Tiger wasn't lying down it was prowling it's next kill.

Either that or it was waiting to have its bellypan rubbed!:whistle:

Oh you were right about that insurance too! Poor girl is sunk due to drunk driver, so looks like court!

[ynot slow]

Either that or it was waiting to have its bellypan rubbed!:whistle:

Oh you were right about that insurance too! Poor girl is sunk due to drunk driver, so looks like court!

The belly pan was showing off very well.

Yep thought if she had no insurance she was stuffed so to speak,as his policy if he had one wouldn't pay out,most say under influence,not necessarily over the limit.If she had 3rd party at least her company would get him to pay.

[Bonez]

I'm out for any rides this weekend. Midnight dash in the RVR to Hastings with Connie and sis-inlaw. A death in the family ):. Have a good weekend all.

[chanceyy]

Condolences to you & your family Bonez

[ynot slow]

Sorry Bonez,our condolences to you all.

[ynot slow]

Wow now I know why you guys rave about Vinegar Hill,went there to Taihape to meet a mate at Mangaweka,in best Manawatu fashion we left at 1.15pm instead of about 11.00am,as they were later leaving and enjoying the ride down.Recieved text at Taihape saying they left Waiouru about 20min earlier,returned to his relatives home at Mangaweka and proceeded to ride home.

Two things of notice gang members don't wave back,and all others did.When stopped at lookout on Vinegar Hill and realise petrol bar drops to last it makes for fun riding,seems it had 5.5ltrs left,only bad part is 1.5 ltrs left when last bar flashes with fuel symbol.Road surface was pretty good,new stone chip well swept in most parts.

[rottiguy]

Yep it's a good run through there aye :)
I'd be interested to hear what sort of millage you get out of it, last time I checked mine it was 19.6km/liter so on last fuel bar you have almost 100km of juice left.


Wow now I know why you guys rave about Vinegar Hill,went there to Taihape to meet a mate at Mangaweka,in best Manawatu fashion we left at 1.15pm instead of about 11.00am,as they were later leaving and enjoying the ride down.Recieved text at Taihape saying they left Waiouru about 20min earlier,returned to his relatives home at Mangaweka and proceeded to ride home.

Two things of notice gang members don't wave back,and all others did.When stopped at lookout on Vinegar Hill and realise petrol bar drops to last it makes for fun riding,seems it had 5.5ltrs left,only bad part is 1.5 ltrs left when last bar flashes with fuel symbol.Road surface was pretty good,new stone chip well swept in most parts.