Manawatu: Manawatu weekend rides [Archive]

cowboyz

4th May 2008, 19:45

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

This thread is for requesting/organising rides ONLY.

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

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

Cheers.

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

as you were.

chanceyy

4th May 2008, 19:58

have merged both threads or it will be far to complicated for everyone to follow with two threads ..

cheers Sandra

chanceyy

4th May 2008, 20:06

here is the first ride (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=73011) to check out .. am hoping the local crew can help out with the ride & come forth with ideas etc ..

pm me with your ideas & if you can help on the day

cheers

NZsarge

5th May 2008, 12:29

banditrider

6th May 2008, 18:58

For those that may be keen, this (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&hl=en&geocode=&saddr=Ashhurst&daddr=Tikokino,+Hawkes+Bay,+New+Zealand+to:Gisborn e,+New+Zealand+to:opotiki+to:Taupo+to:Mangaweka+to :Cheltenham,+Manawatu-Wanganui,+New+Zealand+to:Colyton,+New+Zealand+to:A shhurst,+Manawatu-Wanganui,+New+Zealand&mra=pi&mrcr=7&sll=-40.348637,175.692673&sspn=0.354279,0.552063&ie=UTF8&ll=-39.108751,176.314087&spn=2.885643,4.416504&z=8)is what I'm thinking of doing at some stage (within the next 3 weeks). And yep, 1 day only - gotta keep the practice up...

slydesigns

11th May 2008, 10:49

Ride today.

Meet at Ashurst Mobil 1pm/1300hrs
Discuss a route then head off by 1.20pm/1320hrs at the latest.

Windy roads type ride in mind.

027 074 0837 if you need to contact me.

cowboyz

13th May 2008, 19:41

chanceyy is away so not sure if doing that route. I am busy one day this weekend but not sure which day yet. Will probably go for a pootle on the other day. suggestions welcome. I know Meanie and Monnie are out so not sure at this stage.

Will definitely do the chopper test ride on the 7 june.
meet at ashhurst at 10am

calender

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&ea=attend&e=1631

slydesigns

17th May 2008, 20:03

Anyone intersted in a ride to meet up with the YODs and their new example of two wheel perfection embodied in CBR flesh?

Either Taupo or somewhere closer like Turangi or Taihape?

After a play on something windy of course.

NZsarge

28th May 2008, 08:09

Planning for saturday the 31st of May but will postpone to sunday the 1st of June if weather is a no go on saturday.
If sunday is crook too might put it off until the following saturday.

Ride to Napier via Dannevirke - Wimbledon - Porangahau - Waipukurau - Waipawa - Patangata - Elsthorpe - Havelock North - Napier.

Return passage can be discussed over lunch.

Meet at Dannevirke BP fuel up and plan :rolleyes: to leave there by 9:30.
At the Porangahau point i'd quite like to take the diversion the Bonez showed Yod and I a few months back, quite a nice stretch of road and something different than the usual trek from Porangahau to Waipukurau. :niceone:

yod

29th May 2008, 14:17

Sweet.

Sweet, look foward to seeing the new colour scheme.

Sorry mate, i've kinda opened my mouth already.
Chose saturday because it gives us a day to play with if the weather was too flash saturday.
Monday will be another good squirt out to catch up with Sandra on her way back from the Gut buster rally.

shall we kick off a loose plan for Monday? Unless there's already one in the works?

how about 9-10am in Ashhurst, I'm assuming Sandra will wanna head back through 54, so we could head out Halcombe and up SH1 to Hunterville?

oscarnz

29th May 2008, 14:39

shall we kick off a loose plan for Monday? Unless there's already one in the works?

how about 9-10am in Ashhurst, I'm assuming Sandra will wanna head back through 54, so we could head out Halcombe and up SH1 to Hunterville?

Sandra is going to be in Hunterville at approx 12.30 to meet us and have some lunch. So maybe 10.30ish??

slydesigns

30th May 2008, 08:14

How about the BS 14 Battlestar Leviathan... Sorry Cowboyz.... back on topic.

So, we meet up at BP Dannevirke at 9.30am Saturday? Anyone want to meet somewhere in palmy or Ashurst for the ride to Dannevirke? Time/place?

NZsarge

30th May 2008, 08:55

So, we meet up at BP Dannevirke at 9.30am Saturday? Anyone want to meet somewhere in palmy or Ashurst for the ride to Dannevirke? Time/place?
Want to try and depart at 9:30 but you know, give or take a bit, so maybe look at arriving at 9:00 to 9:15.
Maybe want to top up the fuel there too.

yod

30th May 2008, 09:00

oscarnz

1st June 2008, 20:38

Is anyone still keen to ride tomorrow to meet Sandra in Hunterville if weather is fine.
We are keen but only if not raining.
At this stage Sandra is going to be in Hunterville at 12.30, suggest we leave at 10.30ish. Any suggestion of meeting point?

chanceyy

1st June 2008, 21:40

Ok sounds good, BP Rangitikei 10ish, leave at 10.30. Weather permitting

Have just spoken with Sandra and warned that some of us were only riding if its not raining.

hmm the weather is looking absolutely foul I will be leaving Turangi by about 9am so dunna worry bout the welcoming posse, but looks like I might be coming to palmy so a hot choccy & lunch ...

chanceyy

1st June 2008, 21:59

Yeah ,you're probably right about the weather but we live in hope...
Be nice to get another ride in before going back to work...

yeah but no point everyone else getting wet in process ... love the chillout top damn good investment .. I was still warm when i got home today & we road in rain for about 90 ks

chanceyy

2nd June 2008, 20:54

ok guys got a bit of feedback today re the manawatu rides from those from other areas who have real trouble finding them .. since the main thread is full of banter etc and this one is suppose to be just weekend rides and kept clean

If we can leave this thread to links to rides you might post individually so if those from neighbouring areas can find it easily .. so banter etc can remain in that thread rather than clogging up all the threads we have going .. (like the fundraiser ride)

so can we just post links to rides that are organised or short notice rides

Remember some ppl can only get on every few days or weeks & makes it to hard to try & scroll through pages to find if there is a ride on ..

Moved 83 posts to the manawatu rides thread

cheers

cowboyz

4th June 2008, 17:25

reminder.

practice ride this weekend.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=1631&day=2008-6-7&

sign up on the calender if you are coming.

cowboyz

6th June 2008, 20:50

due to extremely crap weather expected tomorrow ride has been changed to Sunday 8th.

Meet at phil turnballs at 10am sunday morning.

see ya there.

GSVR

14th June 2008, 09:03

NZsarge

15th June 2008, 05:27

If anyones interested in a ride on Sunday 15th afternoon leaving 1pm PM or look back here.

Ride, stop for coffee/food then home.

Will confirm and post departure time and place tomorrow around midday 11.30am.

Still departing from Ashhurst Gary?
Could you maybe confirm a little earlier? Even half an hour would be good.
Mind you if it's a good day i'll probably be riding by then anyway but an earlier confirmation would still be good so as if there's anyone from over this way wants to go it gives them time to sort their shit out and get there.

GSVR

15th June 2008, 08:37

Still departing from Ashhurst Gary?
Could you maybe confirm a little earlier? Even half an hour would be good.
Mind you if it's a good day i'll probably be riding by then anyway but an earlier confirmation would still be good so as if there's anyone from over this way wants to go it gives them time to sort their shit out and get there.

Ok Sarge on account of the fact your alot bigger than me I'll release some of the top secret details.

Might as well be Ashhurst garage as everyone knows where it is and it most central for all riders.

Departure time will be 1.00pm sharp.
Since its a democracy we will vote on a choice of 3 rides:

One is east, one is north, and one is west. Whatever rides get the most votes/support after the election is it.

Sort of like typical Sunday afternoon ride.

Regrouping at regular waypoints and slower riders will be leading the way.

If theres more than ten riders I shall provide a gift to be drawn by lottery.

Etc, etc, etc.

rottiguy

15th June 2008, 21:26

NZsarge

16th June 2008, 02:14

next weekend is anyone keen on a ride somewhere ? maybe castlepoint and/or anywhere. Thought maybe 300ish km or there abouts.

Yeah I could be a starter for that. :niceone:
Castlepoint sounds good to me.

rottiguy

16th June 2008, 20:14

haha yep, only on 260km at the mo so she's still got a bit to go :) plan to get out most weekends and see some new places, more like a jaunt than a full on fang, can only do up to 130km/h so I seem to be getting left behind till she's run in :weep:

Gotta get that bike run in eh?

NZsarge

20th June 2008, 18:19

Hey if anyone is not going to that track thingy next weekend is anyone keen on a ride somewhere ? maybe castlepoint and/or anywhere. Thought maybe 300ish km or there abouts. Fully open to suggestions, getting an itchy throttle hand ( no it's not hairy ) :)
Any more thoughts on this? Saturday is looking like the only day for riding this weekend, sunday is looking like a shocker!

might be in for a ride next weekend - have another work booze-up next friday too, which involves 4-wheeled teams racing, so that should be a hoot - will be staying clear of the jager tho...a bit too drinkable

Don't get too sozzled, riding while resisting throwing up in one's helmet would'nt be too entertaining...:puke:

rottiguy

20th June 2008, 19:35

currently thinking of going to manfield for an hour first and then going on a ride, if that sounds like a plan, or will meet at the start of the pahiatua track at a given time

NZsarge

20th June 2008, 19:45

currently thinking of going to manfield for an hour first and then going on a ride, if that sounds like a plan, or will meet at the start of the pahiatua track at a given time

what's happening at Manfeild?

rottiguy

20th June 2008, 19:46

A race day thingy, round 2 of something motorbikish

what's happening at Manfeild?

NZsarge

20th June 2008, 19:52

A race day thingy, round 2 of something motorbikish

I think i'll stick with Castle Point.
For anyone interested Meet at Ashhurst Mobil at 10:00-10:15 and depart about 10:30.

rottiguy

20th June 2008, 19:56

OK meet you there at 10.15

I think i'll stick with Castle Point.
For anyone interested Meet at Ashhurst Mobil at 10:00-10:15 and depart about 10:30.

Meanie

7th July 2008, 20:54

Going for a ride on Saturday, weather permitting and more than likely heading east towards Wimbleton and middle roard
Meet at Ashhurst Mobil at 9.00 and in typical Manawatu fashion leave 30 miniutes late at 9.30. I will post by 8.30 to cancel if the weather turns to custard We will only go if its looking like a nice day, its too dam cold to ride in the rain
Ride discussion on Manawatu talk crap thread

Meanie

12th July 2008, 08:23

Wont be going anywhere today people, its pissing down here and no sign of it easing Might have another go tomorrow
So rides off today

NZsarge

13th July 2008, 08:13

Blue sky breaking through over here so although I promise nothing it looks like it's going to be a pretty reasonable day for it over here.

Actually scratch that, it's going to be a minta! :cool:

NZsarge

13th July 2008, 08:59

You'll catch me at BP in Vegas, if it's not happening could someone text me so I don't sit there all day. I'll be online until I leave which should be around 9:30.

Meanie

13th July 2008, 09:15

Actually scratch that, it's going to be a minta! :cool:

Awesome, best we go for a ride then. We will meet at Ashhurst Mobil at about ten and head away at ten thirty

NZsarge

13th July 2008, 09:48

Awesome, best we go for a ride then. We will meet at Ashhurst Mobil at about ten and head away at ten thirty

Ferris just PM me and was not aware that the departure time had been moved back an hour so I am taking the liberty of letting you guys know he'll try to be there by 10:30.
He was'nt going to be able to make a 9:30 departure.

yod

13th July 2008, 20:55

couple of pics:cool:

chanceyy

13th July 2008, 22:21

I have just moved 47 general chit chat posts to the crap talk thread, if we can link rides from an individual threads to here it would be easier to find & keep this one clean from drivel ..

cheers

NZsarge

20th July 2008, 20:08

Excuse the vagueness.
Weather dependant on either the 26th or 27th (which ever shapes up to be the best day) a ride to Castle Point (CP) and then over the Rimutaka's down the the Lower Hutt motorway, over the Paekak hill and back up the west coast.
I think the Rimutaka's might be optional on the day.
What say y'all?
Discuss it in the talking crap thread, will decide perhaps friday evening wether to ride saturday or sunday.

yod

1st August 2008, 22:12

ride?

tomorrow??

castlepoint??

east side is looking half decent....

anyone?

yod

6th August 2008, 13:39

Ride this Sunday?

West side since we've done the east a fair bit lately? (sorry sarge)

weather looking fookin primo

suggestions people.....

chanceyy

7th August 2008, 11:53

And for those who can not be out all day am thinking of doing a bit of a reccy ride out the back of Ashhurst on sunday ... heard about a few roads that might be worth exploring -

chanceyy

7th August 2008, 18:43

will edit this post with info but at this stage Ashhurst mobil at 10 leaving 10.30 sunday .. going to check out a few roads & end up back at the waterford cafe for late lunch ..

Not sure on the condition of the roads or where they actually lead too but that will be part of the adventure :lol:

general ride we are going on (hope this works) map here (http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?f=d&saddr=Napier+Rd+%40-40.299130,+175.745350&daddr=Valley+Rd+%40-40.202280,+175.760750+to:Zigzag+Rd+%40-40.167454,+175.756121+to:Ridge+Rd+%40-40.151390,+175.764380+to:Pollock+Rd+%40-40.149740,+175.703710+to:Taonui+Rd+%40-40.165560,+175.698038+to:Taonui+Rd+%40-40.209030,+175.666480+to:-40.201953,175.765457&hl=en&geocode=7053396480376505103,-40.299130,175.745350%3B4139709823346388320,-40.202280,175.760750%3B11059912883066645281,-40.167454,175.756121%3B16893331674693198686,-40.151390,175.764380%3B17200204655939986196,-40.149740,175.703710%3B2186364721419543790,-40.165560,175.698038%3B5990781668632772916,-40.209030,175.666480%3B5926774673477485759,-40.202630,175.758247&mra=dme&mrcr=6&mrsp=7&sz=12&sll=-40.201166,175.76889&sspn=0.11669,0.253716&ie=UTF8&ll=-40.199068,175.759621&spn=0.116694,0.253716&z=12)

Weather is looking minta for sunday (http://www.metvuw.co.nz/forecast/forecast1.php?type=rain&region=nz&tim=78) too :D

yod

7th August 2008, 20:35

current plan is:

brief stop at taihape for coffee (and gas if needed) and to shoot some shit
possible stop in turangi for Al (and gas if needed) and to shoot some more shit
stop in taupo for lunch (and gas if needed) and to shoot the shit
stop in napier or thereabouts for gas if needed and to shoot the last of the shit
probably stop somewhere else on the last leg home to see if we can find any more shit to shoot, etc

just the usual...

chanceyy

7th August 2008, 21:03

:rofl:
We are gonna get so told off for talking crap in the wrong thread
Sorry chancey they forced me to do it :innocent:

:spanking:

:2guns:

:spanking:

:2guns:

:spanking:

:2guns:

:spanking:

:done:

NZsarge

8th August 2008, 10:33

yod

8th August 2008, 11:43

Well the shit should be well and truely dead by the time we get back...:laugh:
Any thoughts on departure time and meeting place?

I guess meet 8:45-9am at Ashhurst and sod off asap after that

I figure we don't arse around too much in Ashhurst, if people aren't there by shortly after 9, we sod off, head for Taihape for coffee (and pie), anyone can catch us there if they're running a bit late

NZsarge

10th August 2008, 08:10

And a nice frost!

Central North Island: watch for ICE and GRIT in sheltered areas.
I can live with that.
Leaving in 10 minutes max.

banditrider

10th August 2008, 08:18

1 x Bandit & 1 x Concours with heatgrips turned on will see ya shortly.

chanceyy

10th August 2008, 08:23

and for the later group it should have warmed up a bit more by then ..

Horses feed, bike outta the garage & see you all about 10ish :)

banditrider

12th August 2008, 20:17

Planning a decent ride as "practice" for the GC. Will be riding in the same way we attack the GC - 1,000km distance with 3 short stops, not a race, may plan later start time so get in some night riding. Tentative date is 13th Sept and have a route in mind (includes nasty little back roads as per GC). More soon...

Will start another thread/calendar dohickey when firmed things up a bit. :scooter:

banditrider

17th August 2008, 16:19

NZsarge

27th August 2008, 09:37

banditrider

27th August 2008, 17:37

Right-o then, this is me trying again.

Since last weekend (despite the metvuw website saying it was'nt going to be too bad) was a wash out....literally.
Anyone care for a wee ride this weekend? I was thinking maybe look at around the 300km mark give or take a 100 or so. Just enough to satisfy the need.
I realize that the dinner is on saturday though but that does'nt mean one could'nt get a leg over (the bike) for a wee pootle.

Was gonna do this on Sunday: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=79162

And this is where to find out about pootles: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=79954

NZsarge

27th August 2008, 17:39

Was gonna do this on Sunday: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=79162

And this is where to find out about pootles: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=79954

I said 300k not 3000k! :lol:

NZsarge

28th August 2008, 08:53

saturday I spose , then we have even more shit to talk about at dinner lol

True true, was hoping Anthony might join us for a spin but I guess he'll just have to sort himself out wether he comes on the ride or not.
Mind you i'd be keen to ride sunday too actually, bring on the awesome weather! :niceone:

yod

29th August 2008, 22:19

BP Fitzherbert

9am tomorrow morning

Paekok, Haywards, Rimutakas, Masterton, Alfredton, Pahiatua, Track, home.

sugilite

31st August 2008, 11:46

For those not at last nights dinner, there is a ride leaving BP Dannevirke 1 pm today, covering some localish roads. cheers :sunny:

NZsarge

31st August 2008, 12:02

For those not at last nights dinner, there is a ride leaving BP Dannevirke 1 pm today, covering some localish roads. cheers :sunny:

Leaving at 1 pm?? pfft! here I thought you had been on a few KB rides! :laugh:
But yeah that's the plan pretty much, it's only a pretty short ride so it won't be a tragedy if were a little late getting away.

86GSXR

2nd September 2008, 21:38

Heading up to Turangi this Sunday to check out some work on my place. I'm thinking of just going straight up the line leaving from BP Rangitiki around 9.30. I'll probably need a couple of hours on site and then head back who knows which way :scooter:

86GSXR

4th September 2008, 23:39

Now thinking ASHHURST at 9 for 9.30 departure to Turangi via Vinegar Hill on Sunday. If wet, I'll take the car :weep:

86GSXR

6th September 2008, 19:06

Yeah Sundays meant to be OK. Should be alot of bikes on the road as the Cold Kiwi raps up and I assume a strong highway patrol presence.

Will show my face at the Mobil if its fine to check out your new ride and possibly do the Vinegar Hill thing.

Good stuff Gary, it will be good to catch up if you make it :yes:

Just a general reminder if anyone else is keen, 9 at Ashhurst for 930 departure via Vinegar Hill, coffee at Taihape, Desert Rd, Turangi. May do Fields track on the way back, see how things go :scooter:

86GSXR

8th September 2008, 08:00

A few pics............

slydesigns

8th September 2008, 15:34

I'm going to start riding the local twisties as of Oct 2nd or 3rd after work. Anyone wanting to come for a short blast is welcome. Going to try a different loop each time, with some cross overs.

Aimed at any 2 stroke riders, sportbike riders and anyone who smiles the tighter a road gets. I don't care if you ride a 250 or a HayaBusa as long as your riding for the enjoyment of it.

Meet up details and timings to follow, but will probably change each ride, sometimes, BP Feilding, Mobil Manfeild, BP Rangitikei in Palmy, Mobil Ashhurst etc, depending on the route.

If one shows up cool, if a bunch do even better. If know one does, I'll still have fun :chase:

86GSXR

8th September 2008, 15:39

Hi Sly, we've resurrected this

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=60028

:rockon:

chanceyy

9th September 2008, 18:35

well the housework has been done & 105 drivel posts moved to the crap thread ..

now we have two crap threads .. do I start infracting for crap in here ??? :scratch:

remember this thread was to post links to rides happening, so its easy to find .. bonez & cowboyz came up with the idea so do we still need this thread or kill it ??

Meanie

9th September 2008, 18:45

yod

9th September 2008, 19:26

oops...watch it you two, this thread is for discussing rides, not discussing threads for discussing rides

Meanie

9th September 2008, 19:27

oops...watch it you two, this thread is for discussing rides, not discussing threads for discussing rides

My bad..............

KiwiKat

12th September 2008, 23:08

Anyone riding N S E W saturday or sunday. I'm looking to take the bike for a decent run. Got sore butt and arms last week.

cowboyz

12th September 2008, 23:22

waiting on the weather report./ could be a wander on sunday. jury still out though.

GSVR

13th September 2008, 08:18

ynot slow

13th September 2008, 08:21

Sunday for me.Even Monday,god I like Mondays off.

KiwiKat

13th September 2008, 08:26

Weathers looking good for Sunday so someone here should organise a ride I reacon.

I'd be keen on a Sunday arvo leaving 1pm but if someone wants to organise something longer including a lunch break might still be in.

I'm in for a Sunday ride as long as I can peddle fast enough. Looking forward to catching up with some of you lot.

mowgli

13th September 2008, 08:56

Woke up to blue skies as far as the eye can see in the Hawkes Bay. Pity my bike is in the Manawatu. Oh well if anyone ventures over this way do drop in for a cuppa. 021438762

chanceyy

13th September 2008, 17:48

Woke up to blue skies as far as the eye can see in the Hawkes Bay. Pity my bike is in the Manawatu. Oh well if anyone ventures over this way do drop in for a cuppa. 021438762

hmm I was up there trimming horses feet today Rob .. so I can Ride morrow ..

12.30 BP fitzherbert .. out for a wee pootle ..

mowgli

13th September 2008, 18:27

hmm I was up there trimming horses feet today Rob .. so I can Ride morrow ..

12.30 BP fitzherbert .. out for a wee pootle ..
Would love to but we won't be home until Sunday evening. Enjoy. Hope the weather is kind.

yod

13th September 2008, 18:32

unfortunatley i wont be in but the bird is positively sparkling:niceone:

oscarnz

13th September 2008, 19:06

I am in, bike has rego, is fueled up and ready to go.
Yay finally have been hanging out for a ride to weeks.

banditrider

13th September 2008, 20:55

hmm I was up there trimming horses feet today Rob .. so I can Ride morrow ..

12.30 BP fitzherbert .. out for a wee pootle ..

Where are we going?

chanceyy

13th September 2008, 21:00

Where are we going?

looking at chopper loop..

some nice wee twisties cafe towards the end

86GSXR

13th September 2008, 21:19

Great loop, I'm keen if I can!

ynot slow

13th September 2008, 21:28

Great loop, I'm keen if I can!

Tui anyone,your only decision is which bike(lucky bugger).

NZsarge

13th September 2008, 21:38

looking at chopper loop..

some nice wee twisties cafe towards the end
Hmm.

Great loop, I'm keen if I can!

Ditto, outing for the Daytona is it?

chanceyy

13th September 2008, 21:42

Hmm.

so we shall see ya morrow Sarge :laugh: (ya neighbour is keen too :whistle: )

NZsarge

13th September 2008, 21:47

so we shall see ya morrow Sarge :laugh: (ya neighbour is keen too :whistle: )

Yeah I reckon, just heard from "the neighbour" too.

86GSXR

13th September 2008, 21:49

Hmm.

Ditto, outing for the Daytona is it?

Maybe, I'd like to try the Tiger out over that one. Still getting familiar with it, it's totally different. Got it over Vinegar Hill in the wet today, nice. The windscreen came in handy and actually works quite well :yes:

Be good to catch up with 'the neighbour' lol.

sels1

13th September 2008, 22:00

12.30 BP fitzherbert .. out for a wee pootle ..

wot time you leavin Levin?....I might head your way

chanceyy

13th September 2008, 22:03

wot time you leavin Levin?....I might head your way

Shell garage just as you head into levin .. meeting at 11.30 (rustys & duke girl are riding fr waikanae as well) Leaving about 11.45am heading via linton

NZsarge

13th September 2008, 22:06

Shell garage just as you head into levin .. meeting at 11.30 (rustys & duke girl are riding fr waikanae as well) Leaving about 11.45am heading via linton

Wow, looks to be a bit of a gathering, might have to behave myself....:killingme

As if!

GSVR

14th September 2008, 07:05

I'm in for a Sunday ride as long as I can peddle fast enough. Looking forward to catching up with some of you lot.

Don't feel you have to ride any different than you normally would. The rides organised on here are social rides not time trials and with Chancey organising this ride no ones going to be left behind.

See you there should be a good turnout of bikes.

Bonez

14th September 2008, 08:29

Don't feel you have to ride any different than you normally would. The rides organised on here are social rides not time trials and with Chancey organising this ride no ones going to be left behind.

See you there should be a good turnout of bikes.What Gary said.

May even be able to turn up to make everyone elses bike look good ;).
Gerble is looking rather scruffier than usual.

chanceyy

14th September 2008, 08:37

Don't feel you have to ride any different than you normally would. The rides organised on here are social rides not time trials and with Chancey organising this ride no ones going to be left behind.

See you there should be a good turnout of bikes.

be a few learners on this ride .. & correct its no time trial :)

What Gary said.

May even be able to turn up to make everyone elses bike look good ;).
Gerble is looking rather scruffier than usual.

be good to see you & Garry out & about Bonez :clap: .. weather is looking absolutely minta out there (unlike the last time we rode it :whistle: )

Dani-D

14th September 2008, 10:05

Hmmm where are you all looking? Weather is overcast and cold out here in Feilding. Bikes are fueled, lubed and ready to play, voltaren has kicked in and McD's Breakfast is calling before we go play for the day.

Getting yelled at for waking up the dead from last nights game haha. Bonus of having the garage attached to the house - EVERYONE gets to know when the bikes start up. They deserve it. :apint:

Only 5 of us have made it out to our bikes this morning. Then it was 4. We lost the 5th when he threatened to throw up in his helmet and we discussed his options if he drowned. No one was prepared to perform CPR - funny that.:sick:

Well keep it rubber side down today everyone

yod

14th September 2008, 11:08

ahwell...im about to crank over the big four stroke.....mower that is....

have fun you lot

Bonez

14th September 2008, 15:32

ahwell...im about to crank over the big four stroke.....mower that is....

have fun you lotWas a good turn out. Ended up at the "Cafe over the Bridge". All departed our seperate ways. Nice meeting you all.:chase:

Good to see another CX500 resurected from the scrap heap.

Got home far too early. One of the youngens next door is having a birthday party so feel obliged not to fire up the compessor and sort out the other pair of Gerties carbs..........

KiwiKat

14th September 2008, 15:34

Just got back. An awesome ride, great choice of route . The Kats stroked and purring. Suzuki's Rule. Who got pinged in the gorge? Thanks guys.

banditrider

14th September 2008, 16:04

ahwell...im about to crank over the big four stroke.....mower that is....

have fun you lot

Been there done that - and had a ride! Primo day.

Just got back. An awesome ride, great choice of route . The Kats stroked and purring. Suzuki's Rule. Who got pinged in the gorge? Thanks guys.

Not me!

yod

14th September 2008, 16:07

=
Not me!

glad to hear it

jeebus, that would have ripped ya nightie good and proper - 2 in 2 days!

banditrider

14th September 2008, 16:09

glad to hear it

jeebus, that would have ripped ya nightie good and proper - 2 in 2 days!

Damn straight! Not worth thinking about!

Piccys: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/140908SundayPotter#

cowboyz

14th September 2008, 19:43

fantastic day out. The only trouble about spending a days RIDING is that fuck all photos come out of it. As always it was an entertaining day. Your video is about 40% processed. come out mint.
Still deciding on the music to put to 86s vid. maybe a song called "where the fuck did he go?" might be appropriate?

sels1

17th September 2008, 08:57

Marvelous, should be quite a party eh :niceone:

Sorry I missed you guys - had a change of plans. Heeded over the Takas early thinking I might head up your way but got as far as Featherston and had a call from home for a family medical issue so had to head of to Kenepuru instead

86GSXR

17th September 2008, 22:45

That's no good Sels. Hope all is OK?

road king

18th September 2008, 19:46

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

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=55645

how dose one cross link????:confused:

and while im here, is anyone going for a ride on saterday?

blacksheep

18th September 2008, 20:42

doing the castlepoint ride sunday 10am depart bp metro with cdmtc

Bonez

18th September 2008, 20:45

doing the castlepoint ride sunday 10am depart bp metro with cdmtcBugger this and the economy run. Oh the choices.........crap

KiwiKat

18th September 2008, 20:53

doing the castlepoint ride sunday 10am depart bp metro with cdmtc

I will see you there. This is only my 2nd run with CDMTC. 1st was not the most pleasant. At least I won't be going over the Saddle into the sun at dusk with new tyres , oh and a new bike.

Weather is supposed to be mint.

blacksheep

18th September 2008, 20:56

see you there,i will have ballast on bike this time!:whistle:

banditrider

18th September 2008, 21:02

I will see you there. This is only my 2nd run with CDMTC. 1st was not the most pleasant. At least I won't be going over the Saddle into the sun at dusk with new tyres , oh and a new bike.

Weather is supposed to be mint.

see you there,i will have ballast on bike this time!:whistle:

Can you guys see if you can get some more info on their 800km run? Their website is useless! Done it once before & would like to do the next one too.

Cheers

blacksheep

18th September 2008, 21:32

Can you guys see if you can get some more info on their 800km run? Their website is useless! Done it once before & would like to do the next one too.

Cheers

its on oct 4th,more details closer to time:wari:

NZsarge

19th September 2008, 10:10

Pootle on sunday? Suggestions?

Bonez

20th September 2008, 08:40

Pootle on sunday? Suggestions?Appears to be at leased two rides on John- Castle point run by 10am depart bp metro by the CD crowd.

and Garys' economy run to Carterton.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=80823&page=3

cowboyz

20th September 2008, 09:17

we are escorting Maha and Mom to Masteron starting at 10.30am at mobil ashhurst. Alot of heads not feeling really flash right about now. I thought CD ride was tomorrow?

Bonez

20th September 2008, 09:22

we are escorting Maha and Mom to Masteron starting at 10.30am at mobil ashhurst. Alot of heads not feeling really flash right about now. I thought CD ride was tomorrow?Correct. Your powers of observation are sharp as usual Lance.

banditrider

21st September 2008, 17:37

No riding for me this weekend :(, but these babies (and quite a few others) pootled past my sister's in the 'naki yesterday: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/ClassicBikes200908#

chanceyy

22nd September 2008, 08:32

No riding for me this weekend :(, but these babies (and quite a few others) pootled past my sister's in the 'naki yesterday: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/ClassicBikes200908#

Awesome ride in the naki, great run up there on sat & to see so many bikes waiting for us at opanake was awesome :D

definately heading up that way & will do the loop again for a run .. thought it could be a good training ride for the capital 1000 k ride :niceone: Just under 600ks done

banditrider

22nd September 2008, 19:33

definately heading up that way & will do the loop again for a run .. thought it could be a good training ride for the capital 1000 k ride :niceone: Just under 600ks done

Don't particularly like the riding up there and back but love the FH and roads north of New Plymouth. John's got us doing the FH plus a few back roads somewhere up there - should be good.

NZsarge

25th September 2008, 16:55

NZsarge

25th September 2008, 17:03

Thought a ride down to Welly to go to Ram Solutions

Ooooppss! just thought i'd better check as I assumed that Ram Solutions was in Welly but alas no they are in Auckland, nevermind.
Still think going to check out the bike stores would be a reasonable reason for a day out though...

KiwiKat

25th September 2008, 17:08

I'm keen to do a Wellington run as I haven't been down there on the bike yet. I would be interested in doing around the bays but you have watch the ridiculous speed limits.

Showers forecast for this Saturday.

Horse

25th September 2008, 17:40

I'm contemplating a trip up to Napier on Sunday to catch up with an old mate at lunch time (but briefly as he's got errands Sunday arvo), and then home via Taupo and other points. Basically get a feel for the bike on longer jaunts.

Probably just SH2/Hwy50 on the way up, possibly more interesting paths on the trip back.

Bonez

25th September 2008, 20:28

Horse

25th September 2008, 20:41

So you have! (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?p=1744889) Cheers, that'll be fun.

Suggested meetup time is 9am Sunday morning at Ashhurst Mobil, and my initial destination is actually Hastings rather than Napier - my friend will be offering tasting of his wine (http://www.sandersonwines.co.nz) all Sunday morning at the HB Farmers Market at the A&P Showgrounds.

Not too stressed about mufti cars, but thanks for the heads up. :)

NZsarge

26th September 2008, 09:02

Got a possible ride for ya's (ulterior motive).
Just heard from Ram Solutions the they have the clear dual lock in stock now. :niceone:
Thought a ride down to Welly to go to Ram Solutions and to go to that bike store Meanie was talking about the day and maybe one other perhaps (see how time goes).
Have to leave fairly early saturday morning to make it worth while, maybe leave Ashhurts at 8:00?
Wether permitting- looking ok though.

Ooooppss! just thought i'd better check as I assumed that Ram Solutions was in Welly but alas no they are in Auckland, nevermind.
Still think going to check out the bike stores would be a reasonable reason for a day out though...

Will be going to manfeild now, forgot about the Actrix series two day meet.

sugilite

26th September 2008, 10:51

Will be going to manfeild now, forgot about the Actrix series two day meet.
You going on Sunday too, I was thinking of going for a nosey?

Lauza

26th September 2008, 14:30

I wont be along this weekend unfortunatly, have to work (Mobil Manfield, pop in and say hi :) ). But will be down at the track both afternoons probally.
Bring on friday night rides :)

Post by Matt, not Lauza :P

oscarnz

6th October 2008, 19:55

A few of us are heading down to this on Sunday.
Meeting at Summerhill Drive/Old West road corner at 7.15am, leaving at 7.30am

The more the merrier.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2008-10-12&e=1730&c=1

Bonez

11th October 2008, 09:43

I'm planning on a quiet toodle today if anyone is interested.

Plan is Pahiatua track, Alfredton(via BP turn off at Pahiatua-no gps required :p ), Pongaroa loop back to Pahiatua, track, Balance, Saddle.

Meet up at Aakuatere at 1pm this arvo.

blacksheep

11th October 2008, 17:06

Bonez

11th October 2008, 18:07

good to see you bonez<_<A damn good ride. Funny who you bump into on the way ah? Bumped into Yod at Dannivirke(wasn't planning to but ended up there ;) Stumbled on some unsealed stuff around behind Mangitanoka. Why is every time you pull a map out some kind soul pulls up to see if you need help? Finished off with a Bundy at Cafe Cuba and a few of the usual suspects then off home. Gerbles looking decidedly used if you know what I mean......

Will see how Connie is feeling tomorrow re the Pink Ribbon ride.

oscarnz

11th October 2008, 19:15

Yay all set for tomorrow, looks like it going to be a cracker day.

Just a reminder, meet at Summerhill Drive/Old West road corner at 7.15am, leaving at 7.30am tomorrow.

For anyone that is late, we will be stopping in Otaki, to meet some more people at 9am. We are going early so we can cruise and stop for coffee.

PM me if you want my number.

And yes we will take photos.

oscarnz

11th October 2008, 20:11

chanceyy

11th October 2008, 20:50

Pauly has a slight problem.....well if you can call it that.

He is being seduced by the sexy yellow 3 legged pommy that usually lives up the hill overlooking Palmy. He is rather taken with her.
Can see the 2 of them are going to have fun tomorrow, but they will have to behave as her father is coming along with us.

Heavens to besty there goes the neighbourhood.

:laugh: well whew actually rode a suzi today .. gs1000s .. great roads .. but ppl have been trying to convert me so had a wee go on a ultra glide (nice armchair) and wide glide (awesome pick up & just the right color Carmen :yes: :clap: ) & the weather in chch perfect .. no wind & not a cloud in the sky so it was ride from pub to pub this afternoon .. brilliant :ride:

Have a safe ride tomorrow guys should be awesome .. looking forward to the pics

Monamie

12th October 2008, 20:06

Wow it was a fabulous day for the WIMA pink ribbon ride.
We met bright and early (even 86 :dodge: ) at Summer hill (where was all the pink guys? :Pokey:), followed `Head Fairy' at a nice pace and picked up Rottiguy at Shannon and headed for Latte's in Otaki where we met Sinfull, Heidi and friends. 86 took us into Wellington and we arrived in time for the briefing (we followed him even though he would'nt wear the `wings' :rolleyes: ).
Beautiful day for a cruise around the bays :scooter: .....very picturesque, lovely calm sea...lots of pink things on bikes. On return they drew raffles and certain jammy people won very nice prizes!!
We split up for the return trip ...one lot off to coffee and pitstop and the other did their favourtie `twisty`hill. Met up again in Waikanae then pootled off home.
Lovely day for a good cause...good company...nice bikes.....:yes:

ynot slow

12th October 2008, 20:34

Bonez

13th October 2008, 16:18

Lovely day for a good cause...good company...nice bikes.....:yes:Yip. You've seemed to have gotten the hang of the Buell:2thumbsup The engraving Gary made for you was a nice touch.

Bring on the next one.

sinfull

13th October 2008, 16:32

Yeah great day for it ! Good to hook up with you lot, (definately need to upgrade Heidis' bike soon) Had a slow tour home till we stopped in pukerua bay ! the girls carried on and sloped off to the winemakers daughter for a couple, so smiles and i blew out a few cobwebs on the way home !
Bit of video footage to come (once i figure out how to dub from mini tape to pc rrrr)
Weekend talley ---- 2 hangovers, 2 rides, one broken clutch lever, one broken indicator, low on oil, low on cash, low on energy !

oscarnz

13th October 2008, 17:04

chanceyy

13th October 2008, 19:09

Yes it was an awesome day yesterday.
Great company, also a big thanks to Al for letting Pauly give the Daytona a run, was great to have him out riding with us.

Not sure why none of the guys would pass me, they tell me it was the wings, but I think they were using me as the radar detector. :laugh:
But all good, only saw one :Police: and that was on way home, and we were just pootling along so no dramas.

Fab ride around the bays, didnt know half of that even existed.
I won some Alpinestar gloves (funny enough the ones I had been looking at buying).

Thanks to all for the great company, ride and laughs. Can't wait to do it again soon

Awesome Pauly got to go for the ride :) on ya Al :clap:

great score on the gloves ..even better they fit ..

Rode back from welly at 6am this morning & it was a fab ride, not cold & no mr plod all the traffic going in the other direction :niceone: so plenty of time to sort the ponies before getting ready for work .. great way to start a monday for sure :laugh:

Bonez

13th October 2008, 19:58

Still some fucked up post shifting going on. Why was Monies ride suggestion post moved?

Anyone know how Sarah got on?

rottiguy

13th October 2008, 20:01

Yep was a premo day and found a new twisty road that looks like fun, great to ride in a group again and we sure got some funny looks from people when we went around the bays in welly with some of the pinko riders :)
Still got quite a bit of work to do to keep up with the tiger but awesome to be out in the sun. Roll on summer :sunny:

cowboyz

13th October 2008, 20:59

Still some fucked up post shifting going on. Why was Monies ride suggestion post moved?

Anyone know how Sarah got on?

Which one was that? I missed it.

And saw Sarah tonight, at meanies. Bit of a bummer about the bike. (I think thats what you are talking about) .. She is in high spirits about it. I told her to sell it and buy a green kwaka. Wasnt recieved well.

Bonez

13th October 2008, 21:06

Which one was that? I missed it.

And saw Sarah tonight, at meanies. Bit of a bummer about the bike. (I think thats what you are talking about) .. She is in high spirits about it. I told her to sell it and buy a green kwaka. Wasnt recieved well.What did the 955 cark it? Good to see Sarahs ok. Bit worried when Al mentioned something was up yesterday.

cowboyz

13th October 2008, 21:19

minor fuse problem. Just a hassle and far away from home. Would say it would never happen to a green one but not near enough wood.

Owl

13th October 2008, 21:21

What did the 955 cark it?

Triumphs can't be killed Bonez:no:

My workmate bought a bike on the weekend. Got it home and found it contained no oil or coolant.:shit: Good thing it was a dirtbike and transported home on the back of a ute.

Bonez

13th October 2008, 21:24

Triumphs can't be killed Bonez:no:

My workmate bought a bike on the weekend. Got it home and found it contained no oil or coolant.:shit: Good thing it was a dirtbike and transported home on the back of a ute.Ouch!! Thats no good.

Meanie

14th October 2008, 06:14

Still some fucked up post shifting going on. Why was Monies ride suggestion post moved?

Was wondering the same thing myself bonez, it would appear someone still has a vandetta against some of us, and i am not pointing the finger at Chancey
Sarah is fine although a little pissed off. Her bike lost power at the bottom of the rimutakas, Welly side as we were about to head over. It appears there is something wrong with the alternator and its charging too much, metled the fuse. She called SOS recovery to pick her bike up and it took 4 hours by the time her bike was on the trailor and we were heading home. Long story.
So we sat on the bottom of the takas watching the bikes go over the hill and back again, Thank god it was a nice day and i had good company or i may have lost my hair :eek5:
Photos here
http://picasaweb.google.com/James.and.Monie/SarahVetSRimutakaExperience#

Nasty

14th October 2008, 06:30

Was wondering the same thing myself bonez, it would appear someone still has a vandetta against some of us, and i am not pointing the finger at Chancey

Looks like it may have got caught up with other "drivel posts" when they were moved (I have seen this happen when trying to sort the crap from the good) ... You are right it wasn't Chanceyy!

86GSXR

14th October 2008, 07:22

No they can't lol. It's back safe, Kerry is on the way down and will sort it today. Big thanks to Meanie, Monie, and Dogs for sorting out the mess!

Monie

14th October 2008, 16:21

well i was sun bathing .. they would not let me take my top off said it was cause a big pill up ..and all we want was a tow truck... that took 3 1/2 housr to get there that was really good service ah lol [yeah right]... anyway we got home had a nice ride the weather was mint and there were a shit load of bikes out my hand was so tired from waving i now have RSI lol

Owl

14th October 2008, 17:15

my hand was so tired from waving i now have RSI lol

That's not RSI Monie. You would've actually been suffering from "SFHFWTM" (sore f...ing hand from waving too much), which does have similar symptoms.:lol:

Bonez

17th October 2008, 21:31

If anyone is interested in a quiet poodle tomorrow, Sat 18 sing out.

Meanie

18th October 2008, 10:36

Gonna be bloody awesome starting 4 points tomorrow :Punk:

banditrider

20th October 2008, 12:32

Gonna be bloody awesome starting 4 points tomorrow :Punk:

Get on with it! :msn-wink:

Gibbo13p

20th October 2008, 19:59

Gonna be bloody awesome starting 4 points tomorrow :Punk:

Were you with bonez etc going into Pahiatua bout 09:20 on Sunday then? I was the Milk Tanker driver waving at you guys! No. 386 is my truck.

How'd the ride go? It was a great day, I shot through woodville then over the saddle on the way home from work to get some air. Was good.

cowboyz

20th October 2008, 20:09

yep.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=84415

I did a bit of a writeup about it here.

Lesson learn. Only follow meanies GPS when there is food at the other end.......

Meanie

20th October 2008, 20:10

Were you with bonez etc going into Pahiatua bout 09:20 on Sunday then? I was the Milk Tanker driver waving at you guys! No. 386 is my truck.

How'd the ride go? It was a great day, I shot through woodville then over the saddle on the way home from work to get some air. Was good.

Sure was us and it was an awesome day but Friday is gonna rock we heading East, then north :woohoo:

Meanie

20th October 2008, 20:11

yep.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=84415

Lesson learn. Only follow meanies GPS when there is food at the other end.......

or when Meanie puts the destination in ;)

Bonez

31st October 2008, 15:49

Anyone keen on pillioning me over to central Hawkes Bay to pick up my new acquisition this weekend? Was planning on getting Connie to take me over in the RvR but she wont well enough by the looks. Do some eastern roads on the way back to get the hang it. Don't mind which day. Obviously I'll pay for the gas over and lunch.

banditrider

31st October 2008, 21:42

chanceyy

31st October 2008, 21:56

Could also be keen on Sunday - got a bit of work to do around home though. Will keep an eye on the thread over the weekend.

Didn't get a ride tonight: http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2008/10/why-im-not-on-friday-night-ride-tonight.html

:gob: holy crap Andrew .. glad to hear your ok take some arnica for the bruises

hope the bike is sorted quickly for ya :cry:

I guess its the silly season, just about got mowed by a people mover in Otaki tonite .. he did a U turn & his bumper ended up about a foot away from me :sweatdrop:

banditrider

31st October 2008, 22:01

Yep, ya need to be switched on all the time - always someone out there who isn't. Time to hit the hay and not think about it...

Meanie

1st November 2008, 07:27

Could also be keen on Sunday - got a bit of work to do around home though. Will keep an eye on the thread over the weekend.

Didn't get a ride tonight: http://banditrider.blogspot.com/2008/10/why-im-not-on-friday-night-ride-tonight.html

Shit mate thats no dam good, just as well you were riding the Honda eh, couldnt have anything happen to the Connie, besides if you were on the concours he may have come off second best.

banditrider

1st November 2008, 09:55

Shit mate thats no dam good, just as well you were riding the Honda eh, couldnt have anything happen to the Connie, besides if you were on the concours he may have come off second best.

Too right, and I still get to do the Capital K.

NZsarge

1st November 2008, 14:51

But as discussed last night Meanies picking me up at my place around nine or thereabouts Sunday.. Anyone and everyone one is welcome to come along for a pootle.
Sweet, I presume you'll be coming through Dannevirke so if I get to vegas about 9:30-9:45 I should be right to catch you guys? Weather permitting.

Too right, and I still get to do the Capital K.

Glad to hear your ok mate, you luck bugger, you've got another bike parked in the shed to ride... Nice.

Bonez

1st November 2008, 15:40

Sweet, I presume you'll be coming through Dannevirke so if I get to vegas about 9:30-9:45 I should be right to catch you guys? Weather permitting.Finally managed to get hold of Mike a couple of minutes ago. All systems are go.............

Hope the "secret" ride is a good one.

NZsarge

1st November 2008, 15:57

Finally managed to get hold of Mike a couple of minutes ago. All systems are go.............

Cool, I should be at BP Vegas at 9:30 then.

Monamie

1st November 2008, 16:46

There's already a "secret" ride starting at 11am Sunday organised that only a select few are privy to :msn-wink:

But as discussed last night Meanies picking me up at my place around nine or thereabouts Sunday.. Anyone and everyone one is welcome to come along for a pootle. Being not secret and all that.

As for standards Lance you know you can't get lower than mine

Do you mean the Secret ride meeting at BP at 11.30...or is there another one at 11.00???? Oh dear...which one will I do....whoops....it's secret:doh:

I thought you could eavesdrop better on ladies conversations without the beard:eek::msn-wink:

Must say you doing look rather dashing with your `summer' do :niceone::bleh:

Bonez

1st November 2008, 16:59

Do you mean the Secret ride meeting at BP at 11.30...or is there another one at 11.00???? Oh dear...which one will I do....whoops....it's secret:doh:

I thought you could eavesdrop better on ladies conversations without the beard:eek::msn-wink:

Must say you doing look rather dashing with your `summer' do :niceone::bleh:
Bah Humbug. Miss it heaps sniff! sniff!.

I'm hoping it will be in full bloom for Christmas. Better start applying the maxigrop.

Which way are you guys headed tomorrow do you know?

Monamie

1st November 2008, 17:27

Bah Humbug. Miss it heaps sniff! sniff!.

I'm hoping it will be in full bloom for Christmas. Better start applying the maxigrop.

Which way are you guys headed tomorrow do you know?

Ummm........well..........let me see.......that would be a Secret my dear friend:innocent: I would have to shoot you if I told you:2guns:

Actually I think it is more of a mystery as we are going to ride until we find somewhere nice for lunch.....lets hope the weather plays nice for us all out riding tomorrow:confused:

NZsarge

2nd November 2008, 07:25

Monamie

2nd November 2008, 07:32

Pretty grey around here but it's supposed to be improving during the day...well that's how I read it anyway so i'll see you guys in Vegas and see how it looks from there, bit too sheltered here at the house to tell what's going on outside the valley unless it's blindingly obvious.

Lovely fine day here-cold Southerly nipping at the heals though-will be cold riding but pleasant to be out:eek:
Have a nice ride:niceone: We may even cross paths today:mobile:-that would be cool!! You may meet that new guy on the old Honda......can't remember his name but I am sure he used to have a beard:innocent:

cowboyz

2nd November 2008, 16:24

come on....where's the bloody pics
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=85321

if you got yourself out of bed this morning you would be taking the pics not looking at them.

86GSXR

2nd November 2008, 22:01

Had a great ride over some great roads and ended up at some great locations. Saw some great people while we were out. Had a great time :yes:

cowboyz

3rd November 2008, 05:26

this is where we wandered to. quite a few new roads to add to my gps.

Monamie

3rd November 2008, 07:23

Had a great ride over some great roads and ended up at some great locations. Saw some great people while we were out. Had a great time :yes:

It was great eh:lol:

And I promise the secret involving hamburgers and knives and forks will never be revealed:dodge:

Next secret ride.....5am Saturday BP Fitz:cool:

oscarnz

3rd November 2008, 19:10

Had a great ride over some great roads and ended up at some great locations. Saw some great people while we were out. Had a great time :yes:

Great day out, great food, and in the end great coffee. :sunny:
Had an awesome time.

rottiguy

3rd November 2008, 20:22

sure was :) but man did we have to travel to find some drinkable stuff, still had worked up a thirst by the time we found some of the good beans.
I'll have to do a sheriffs to toughen me ass up for the 1000ker :) viva la ring :blink:

Great day out, great food, and in the end great coffee. :sunny:
Had an awesome time.

Owl

8th November 2008, 11:26

I'm heading out for a ride this afternoon. Not sure where, but I've narrowed it down to North, South or East!:ride:

KiwiKat

8th November 2008, 18:08

It might be worth while checking out the Manawatu Interclub Ride Sunday, starting at BP Metro at 1:00pm. Because of expected numbers it will be a quiet ride but a good chance to catch up with other riders and bikes. Topic thread (http://www.mcrides.co.nz/index.php?showtopic=14184)

Owl

9th November 2008, 08:00

put ya water wings on and include west.

:laugh:Nah, West really bores me. Done the Himitangi Wines/Sparkey's thing too much over the years! I've since discovered corners and I like!
I went past your place yesterday with :Police: right behind me. I found a quiet road to bed in my new pads (squeeky little fuckers), but they do seem better than stock.
I'll head out somewhere today and then my bike will be off to Opunake next weekend for its big service.:yes:

Meanie

9th November 2008, 08:04

:
then my bike will be off to Opunake next weekend for its big service.:yes:

Crap thatl hurt, mine just had its 24000 k service and they had to do all the shims, very little change out of a grand :no:

Bonez

9th November 2008, 08:13

:laugh:Nah, West really bores me. Try the Tirakina Valley/Tirakina/Fordell/Hunterville loop sometime Ferris. I'm sure it will be to your liking. Just keep an eye on the sign posts or you could end being obsconded by the Wherethefuckarewe tribe.

Owl

9th November 2008, 08:32

Crap thatl hurt, mine just had its 24000 k service and they had to do all the shims, very little change out of a grand :no:

Ouch! Anza charge about $800-$900 for this service, but Kerry will be cheaper. Plus I've already done airfilter, plugs and purchased a BMW fuel filter in Oz for $37. Identical Triumph part is over $100 here which is part of that service.

Try the Tirakina Valley/Tirakina/Fordell/Hunterville loop sometime Ferris. I'm sure it will be to your liking.

Yeah, did that about a month ago with an old mate. Lot of fun and stopped for a beer in Hunterville!:2thumbsup

Bonez

9th November 2008, 15:13

Nice wee poodle with the CD guys today. It was good to catch up with KiwiKat, Al, Bruce, Milo and as well as a few others I hadn't riden with before. Lots and lots of grey hair. Spotted an imaculate GB400 on the run too.

Popped in to Lances afterwards to say hi. Seemed to be working hard. The couch seems to be evening out quite nicely.:innocent:

yod

9th November 2008, 17:42

had a nice pootle to taihape and back with meanie, 86, sarah and sarge today

up via pohangina east thru to apiti zand mangaweka, back via vinegar hill (of course), champion day for it

NZsarge

9th November 2008, 21:25

had a nice pootle to taihape and back with meanie, 86, sarah and sarge today

up via pohangina east thru to apiti zand mangaweka, back via vinegar hill (of course), champion day for it

Was really a fantastic day.

yod

9th November 2008, 22:03

and a young lady, obviously of impeccable taste, crossing the road by the cafe was seen pointing at the bird and saying "i like that one best!"

NZsarge

14th November 2008, 21:04

Riding to Wiaroa tomorrow, meeting at Dannevirke BP at 8:30 to 8:45ish in the morning, who's keen?

Owl

14th November 2008, 21:17

Riding to Wiaroa tomorrow, meeting at Dannevirke BP at 8:30 to 8:45ish in the morning, who's keen?

Love to, but I'm off to the Taranaki in the morning. Hopefully only be a week without my bike.
Have a goody anyway!;)

NZsarge

14th November 2008, 21:20

Love to, but I'm off to the Taranaki in the morning. Hopefully only be a week without my bike.
Have a goody anyway!;)

Cheers mate, not expecting any response really but I thought i'd put it out there anyway, Yod only dreamt it up a couple of hours ago.

yod

14th November 2008, 22:03

i'll be there

i can't be too late back so will play the destination by ear, can just turn around whenever

should be right for a decent run though

who else is in?

yod

15th November 2008, 07:00

Cheers mate, not expecting any response really but I thought i'd put it out there anyway, Yod only dreamt it up a couple of hours ago.

leaving in about 2 minutes mate

NZsarge

15th November 2008, 07:01

leaving in about 2 minutes mate

Sweet as........

yod

15th November 2008, 16:19

just got back

mint ride, dannevirke -> weber -> wimbledon -> porangahau -> waipuk -> waipawa -> patangata -> elsthorpe -> kahuranaki rd -> clifton -> havelock nth -> middle rd -> te kura rd -> waipawa -> main rd home

444km

rear tyre officially shagged

steeeeenking hot, except in palmy

Bonez

23rd November 2008, 19:11

Ended up going for a scoot before tea. Needless to say myself and Gerble got a bit dusty.

Monamie

23rd November 2008, 19:12

BTW: friggin primo day out there, just got back from Masterton. Came back via Alfredton, Pahiatua etc and the roads were primo. An absolutely fantastic ride - you should all be jealous!

I reckon...it was absolutely stunning. We did V Hill and back through Halcombe.....top cruisy roads and had great company. Meet some PN bikers at cafe' o la Hunterville too.
Hope it `rains' like today every weekend:clap::banana:

chanceyy

23rd November 2008, 19:15

I reckon...it was absolutely stunning. We did V Hill and back through Halcombe.....top cruisy roads and had great company. Meet some PN bikers at cafe' o la Hunterville too.
Hope it `rains' like today every weekend:clap::banana:

it was mint all right :niceone:

Bonez

23rd November 2008, 19:34

Yeah, I almost got the bike out but fell into CBF mode. Did some more tyre changing and got that sorted and then did SFA for rest of day. Bloody hot this arvo.

Wheres that taken from? Looks like bonez doing what bonez does best.A quiet wee poodle really. First two at the lookout above the Waterford Tav, the bridge is on the Pahongina west road. Had to test the new fork seal for leakage you see.

Monamie

23rd November 2008, 19:36

Any pics or was it another secret ride?:rolleyes:

Haha...it was soooo secret even I didn't know I had been on it till I got back....:whistle:
:doh:..that's right..we finished at my place for caffine so I must have gone....or maybe I never left?
I don't know...must have sun stroke from the awesome day!!

I must say the roads on the West side of Taupo (don't know the names), had very little traffic and nice and sweepy, and then the Kaimais?? over to Tauranga are just outstanding. (not a secret ride...last week for my hockey tourney...:lol:)- will be keen to do those again....oh and we came second and I only got hit twice and got 4 goals!!

Bonez

23rd November 2008, 19:44

Haha...it was soooo secret even I didn't know I had been on it till I got back....:whistle:
:doh:..that's right..we finished at my place for caffine so I must have gone....or maybe I never left?
I don't know...must have sun stroke from the awesome day!!

I must say the roads on the West side of Taupo (don't know the names), had very little traffic and nice and sweepy, and then the Kaimais?? over to Tauranga are just outstanding. (not a secret ride...last week for my hockey tourney...:lol:)- will be keen to do those again....oh and we came second and I only got hit twice and got 4 goals!!Well done!! Spent most of today tinkering. Lucky I did because I got a visit from a niece (who I don't get to see that often, partner and their wee boy.

NZsarge

23rd November 2008, 22:00

Ended up going for a scoot before tea. Needless to say myself and Gerble got a bit dusty.

Good one mate, nice photo's. :niceone:

rottiguy

24th November 2008, 08:52

it was mint all right :niceone:

Was sweet as, and cheers for showing me some good lines around the corners, if not for your help I might not have been able to get around without getting the learn, after all you are the recognized expert on the subject according to lesser mortals.

Haha...it was soooo secret even I didn't know I had been on it till I got back....:whistle:
:doh:..that's right..we finished at my place for caffine so I must have gone....or maybe I never left?
I don't know...must have sun stroke from the awesome day!!

I must say the roads on the West side of Taupo (don't know the names), had very little traffic and nice and sweepy, and then the Kaimais?? over to Tauranga are just outstanding. (not a secret ride...last week for my hockey tourney...:lol:)- will be keen to do those again....oh and we came second and I only got hit twice and got 4 goals!!

I'm still not sure if if I went, the bike is dirty but then again it was dirty the other day to, I would have expected all the rain to clean it if I went for a ride so maybe I didn't go after all :blink:
Congrats to at finding someone shorter than you, even though she had built up boots :woohoo:

NZsarge

29th November 2008, 06:31

Who's up for a ride after lunch, maybe V Hill?

Owl

29th November 2008, 06:53

Who's up for a ride after lunch, maybe V Hill?

Yep, count me in!:yes:

Other than my forced shopping trip this morning, I'm keeping the whole weekend open for riding.

ynot slow

29th November 2008, 06:54

Who's up for a ride after lunch, maybe V Hill?

Define lunch,maybe 3pm after work lol.Might go for tiki tour after work,good to try v.hill,done it twice in work car,last week the tar was lifting in places so expect the same today.

NZsarge

29th November 2008, 07:11

Yep, count me in!:yes:

Other than my forced shopping trip this morning, I'm keeping the whole weekend open for riding.

Define lunch,maybe 3pm after work lol.Might go for tiki tour after work,good to try v.hill,done it twice in work car,last week the tar was lifting in places so expect the same today.

I'm trying to get a test ride on a Concours to see what all the fuss is about, ya never know, in the future and all that...
On that though, Tony is there know way you could make it earlier? It's just that three o'clock is starting to get on a bit mate but i'll PM you my cell# just incase and thanks for the heads up on the road conditions.

NZsarge

29th November 2008, 07:39

Ok, have a plan.
Mobil Ashhurst at 1:30,probably leave 1:45ish, riding V.Hill and back, might stop in the Irish bar in Feilding on the way back, depends on consensus of those who are riding.

Elysium

29th November 2008, 17:39

Indeed a good run for such a huge turnout lol.

And yes my bike sure does dazzle the eyes. :wari:

Owl

29th November 2008, 17:46

Indeed a good run for such a huge turnout lol.

And yes my bike sure does dazzle the eyes. :wari:

Nice pics and yes it does, but you need an extra headlight. We've all got two!:bleh:

banditrider

29th November 2008, 17:56

Yep, it was and nice to meet you at last Andrew! Also met Elysium on the shiny red Hornet and we all had a nice relaxed stop at Cheltenham.:niceone:

Yeah, good to meet you too - finally worked out who ya was before the name change too...

Indeed a good run for such a huge turnout lol.

And yes my bike sure does dazzle the eyes. :wari:

Nice to meet you too - great pics. Here's the few I took: http://picasaweb.google.com/andrew.l.thomson/VinegarHill291108#

86GSXR

29th November 2008, 21:27

Looks like you had a good ride guys, what a stunner for it too! I managed a couple of short ones (rides) what a great feeling having just a tee shirt under the jacket eh. Bring on the hot lazy summer days :sunny:

Bonez

30th November 2008, 16:23

Fantastic ride with Doug today. Hope the bloke we met in Hunterville with the Beull gets to Castle Point ok. Was from up Hammyville way off to see a old buddy he hadn't seen for a while.

No real plan but the bikes had obviously been nattering to each other while around at Doug place. Feilding, Halcome Marton, Tirakina, Fordell, Hunterville, oohARR90, Pentildon(sp), Apiti, called into dogs but he wasn't home(was helping Al shift with a few of usual suspects) then on to the centre of the universe. Natter n coke with Lance(who was repairing his green thing), bumped into Dogs too, and of cause that wonderfull host Meanie.

Cheers Doug for the company and Meanie for the end of ride(well almost) refreshment.

KiwiKat

1st December 2008, 16:39

Anyone doing the Coast to coast on the 13th?

Owl

1st December 2008, 16:48

Anyone doing the Coast to coast on the 13th?

Count me out! I did one once and swore never again!:no:

Bonez

1st December 2008, 16:54

Anyone doing the Coast to coast on the 13th?Depends on how I feel. May end up doing overtime on Saturday and catch the mob in Woodville for lunch. Also been toying with the idea of going the long way via Alfredton to Pongaroa then out to the beach to miss most of the "traffic".

cowboyz

1st December 2008, 16:55

It is an interesting run alright. Every year I swear I am not doing it again and every year I find myself doing it again.

You really have to keep your wits about you cause the ride seems to attract alot of dangerous riders. If you get well clear then it is a good road. (providing its not raining)

banditrider

1st December 2008, 17:21

A lot of VTR's and SV's about.

Shuddup!

Anyone doing the Coast to coast on the 13th?

More than likely. As Cowboyz says: keep clear of the twangers!

Owl

1st December 2008, 17:29

You really have to keep your wits about you cause the ride seems to attract alot of dangerous riders. If you get well clear then it is a good road. (providing its not raining)

I'd certainly agree with that! Being overtaken on the inside of a right hander by an R1 on the rear wheel sealed it for me!:mad:
I pulled the pin at Pongaroa and escorted my niece as far as Eketahuna. Much more relaxed on that stretch!

Meanie

1st December 2008, 20:37

Ill do the coast to coast if the weather is ok. did the last two in the rain
I found if you keep near the back its a whole lot safer

NZsarge

2nd December 2008, 06:21

Yeah, i'll do the C2C if the weather is good, maybe stay right near the back and pootle?

Monamie

2nd December 2008, 08:36

Did someone say pootle? :cool: I could do that.

NZsarge

2nd December 2008, 08:46

Did someone say pootle? :cool: I could do that.

Cool, so you're in then?

Meanie

2nd December 2008, 12:01

Did someone say pootle? :cool: I could do that.

Gheez your in for anything at the moment, must have new bike syndrome :rofl:

Monamie

2nd December 2008, 13:46

Only if it's not raining and I will be way at the back....new bike syndrome rocks doesn't it:banana:

KiwiKat

2nd December 2008, 16:02

I'm in for a part ride 13th CtC. Family BBQ on pm. Maybe all meet beforehand somewhere, go as a group, check out the bikes, and take it from there.

I've been told to watch out for 2 way traffic, burping Harley riders on the way back.

oscarnz

2nd December 2008, 16:16

Only if it's not raining and I will be way at the back....new bike syndrome rocks doesn't it:banana:

Total agree, new bike syndrome rocks alright!! I am loving it. Just wish the weather will play ball now.

banditrider

2nd December 2008, 16:46

I've been told to watch out for 2 way traffic, burping Harley riders on the way back.

Yeah, was not nice!

KiwiKat

2nd December 2008, 17:16

Link to Manawatu Toy Run Thread

Saturday 6th December Meet from 12:00 @ Feilding Square, Leaving @ 1:00 - Toys to Barnardos, Sausage Sizzle after.

Link to Manawatu Toy run Thread (http://www.mcrides.co.nz/index.php?showtopic=19094)

oscarnz

4th December 2008, 06:30

Who is doing the Toy Run from Feilding this Saturday?
Thought we could meet about 11am, and go a long way round, and end up in Feidling about 12ish.

Nasty

4th December 2008, 06:56

Who is doing the Toy Run from Feilding this Saturday?
Thought we could meet about 11am, and go a long way round, and end up in Feidling about 12ish.

Never knew there was one ... can you PM me the details.

Bonez

4th December 2008, 16:43

Never knew there was one ... can you PM me the details.
Details here Nasty- http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?p=1836798#post1836798 and for anybody else interested.

Doing the overtime thing so unsure if I'll make it at this stage. Usually a good wee ride around some of the local back roads.

banditrider

4th December 2008, 17:10

Who is doing the Toy Run from Feilding this Saturday?
Thought we could meet about 11am, and go a long way round, and end up in Feidling about 12ish.

I'll be going but might meet ya in Fielding - got stuff to do Sat morning so wouldn't make the 11am departure. BTW they take a while to kick off so no need to be too early. Although, the badges tend to run out...

I have a test ride booked at 11am unfortunately...:D:cool:

Take it on the run? Plenty of time to take the test ride & still get over to Fielding anyway.

NZsarge

4th December 2008, 17:26

Take it on the run? Plenty of time to take the test ride & still get over to Fielding anyway.

Yeah i'll make the toy run.

oscarnz

4th December 2008, 17:28

I have a test ride booked at 11am unfortunately...:D:cool:

Tell me more??? We could come with you on our way to Feilding:yes:

Elysium

6th December 2008, 17:16

Well don't know what everyone else was doing today but I decided to take a ride towards the lake Taupo area. Nice weather, not many trucks, plenty of police(and at Taihape I think they had one of those new cameras in action) and plenty of fellow bikers on the road.

If there's one thing I noticed on my trip and that's the bad condition of parts of SH1 between Taihape and Taupo. So many stretches of baldness and with the hot weather making them gooey and lack of grip. Other parts of the road were very uneven with many depressions which cause the bad sort of viabrations.

Anyway here's a few pics.

banditrider

6th December 2008, 17:43

Nice pics. Today was Toy Run day. Hot but heaps of bikes and plenty of goodies for the kids.

Bonez

6th December 2008, 17:58

Nice pics. Today was Toy Run day. Hot but heaps of bikes and plenty of goodies for the kids.Awesome turn out alright. The beer at the end of it was worth the wait too. Just got up from my nana nap and will go for a wee toddle a bit later on to finish off the evening.

86GSXR

17th December 2008, 18:32

This isn't a ride as such, unless you think of it as a rock n roll ride :rockon: There's a Zeppelin tribute band playing at that bar just down from Cuba on Saturday nite, bet they'll be bloody good! $20.00 8pm. I'll check out ticket sales tomorrow if anyone's keen, I'm in :rockon: (come on Garry and Bonez, you're old r&r farts from way back lol)

NZsarge

20th December 2008, 02:45

Righto then, time to think about sorting a ride to Wanganui on Boxing day.
We need a meeting place probably in either Palmy and/or Feilding, a route and a meeting and departure time. An idea of who is interested in riding as a group over to Wanga's. I know of one person from the Hawke's Bay crew that has voiced an interest in maybe meeting up along the way too.

Thought's?

BTW, racing is scheduled to begin racing at 11am so I reckon maybe arrive an hour before hand so we can have a squize around the place. If it's hot don't forget hydration and sunscreen.

86GSXR

20th December 2008, 06:55

Good shit Sarge. I suggest we LEAVE the main BP Feilding at 0900, do Halcombe, Marton, Marton Reserviour, Turakina Valley, Wanga's. That's a great ride to start the day. Either that or straight up the main line which is quicker and we'll see lot's more bikes. And :Police: too if previous BD's are anything to go by. Don't forget shorts or cooler clothes either.

banditrider

20th December 2008, 07:30

I'll be heading over too. Got a good ticket through work. Brian will be coming too - not sure what our plans are for leaving etc but this gives us an option. Probably taking the Connie and all me luggage to lock away gear so that the t-shirt's & shorts can be put into action.

Don't forget cameras for the Britten!

SuperSonic

20th December 2008, 18:30

Could be keen for a pootle in the arvo though...

Sounds good, give me a yell if ya going and if weather looks good. Just changed the oil and filter on bike today so always good to give it a run after wards. You know................... just to make shore its all good and all:shifty::laugh:

banditrider

20th December 2008, 18:41

Best think of a route then...will post something up here around lunchtime if going.

Monamie

21st December 2008, 08:12

I'll bring the Beastie to sing along too-sounds like fun:cool:

Nice to meet you Owl:2thumbsup ...very nice bike too.

SuperSonic

21st December 2008, 13:00

Non-commital eh? I feel a bit like that too. Might just get off my butt and walk the hound instead. Looking forward to Wanganui on Friday...

Yeah it's the lazy sunday thing I guess.:sleep:Normally out the door like a shot.
Whats the plan for Friday? I was going over with Father-in-law, but we could easliy join up with a group if ones planned. Do ya know of a place to but gear while watching the racing? Have fun with ya hound, our dane is slow lazy, it makes watching grass grow exciting.

banditrider

21st December 2008, 13:39

There's been a bit of discussion about it back a few pages: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=73009&page=45. Still not sure what I'm doing but could join up for the ride over. My ticket (freebie) is in a stand somewhere - dunno where everyone else is...The good thing about Wanganui is that you can roam around the place pretty easily.