North Auckland Street Skills - NASS

[retro asian]

Last night was fun!



What is the 'long way down' by the way?

Longer. Twistier. Better.



...all at a learner (and cruiser) friendly pace too :Punk:

[TOTO]

look richard was on Asia Down Under

http://www.youtube.com/asiadownunder#p/a/1/2EaYQwztoSg

[Danae]

look richard was on Asia Down Under

http://www.youtube.com/asiadownunder#p/a/1/2EaYQwztoSg

SMC what!!!!

Lol, Ewen, Indy and someone who I don't know their KB name. I saw you too, TOTO!

[retro asian]

Wish I had sound at work...

Neko is the only Female Asian Big Biker?? That's sad...

[MarkH]

Wish I had sound at work...

Neko is the only Female Asian Big Biker?? That's sad...

Maybe Rie needs to upgrade to a big bike?

[Clean_up]

im really hoping i can make it along to one of these really soon, have been on night shifts the last couple of weeks, and moving to 10am-10pm shifts next week so looks like it'll be a few more weeks till i can make it, but certainly will one of these days! Would be really cool to meet some other shore bikers, and learn a few tricks off more experienced people :)

[Sly_guy]

Damn good deal for anyone looking to upgrade ! :)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-253031837.htm

Just thought someone might be interested ! :)..

Will be attending tomorrow night... I need a beer more than ever (oh, and some "training".....) :)

[TOTO]

nice bike that one, except the part that its red.

yea, anyone keen to ride tomorrow during the day ? I gots a new tyre and all free day :ride:

[TOTO]

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[Danae]

Lolz, nice find TOTO! I have an exam on Thursday so I'll be studying like mad on Wednesday :no:

[Sly_guy]

nice bike that one, except the part that its red.

yea, anyone keen to ride tomorrow during the day ? I gots a new tyre and all free day :ride:

Each day, I hate you a little more !!!!:bash:

[p.dath]

Note everyone that is counter balancing, not counter steering.

[Sharry]

I got back from Wellington today and am absolutly whacked so may not make it tomorrow.
I caught up with Gubb at Nasty's on Sunday, was really good to see him again in the flesh.

[retro asian]

yea, anyone keen to ride tomorrow during the day ? I gots a new tyre and all free day :ride:

Would if I could...

My goal for early next year is to skive off work as much as possible, and go riding......it will be the summer of R.A!!!!! .:rockon:

[musicman]

Damn good deal for anyone looking to upgrade ! :)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-253031837.htm

Just thought someone might be interested ! :)..

I wonder why a person would buy a bike but not ride it... poor bike...

[st00ji]

bit of a late post, but whats the story with these training nights? keen to pop along for a couple when time allows!

[p.dath]

bit of a late post, but whats the story with these training nights? keen to pop along for a couple when time allows!

Refer to post #1.
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1632381&postcount=1

[st00ji]

yuh, i've read post one, which says to refer to the thread for details on any given week. but nothing above would indicate to me whats happening tomorrow, hence my asking :D

[p.dath]

yuh, i've read post one, which says to refer to the thread for details on any given week. but nothing above would indicate to me whats happening tomorrow, hence my asking :D

Some people meet at Shell Westgate at the end of the North Western. They depart at 7pm. They take a route agreed just before hand over to the car park at the Albany Mega Centre, kinda near the Burger King. They arrive around 7:30pm.

Those that don't join the ride go directly to the car park at the Mega Centre at 7:30pm.

Once there something is practiced for around an hour. At 8:30pm people either head home or go to Bar Africa on William Pickering Drive (near the Bush Road intersection) in Albany.

[Sharry]

The meet happens rain or shine, different people on different nights sometimes. Just roll up when you are able.
The plan for the night may or may not be pre-organised by someone or decided on the night.

[Qkchk]

See how I go.......

..................which bike?

[TOTO]

See how I go.......

..................which bike?

take the Kid's bike :innocent:

[wisefxx]

wont be able to make it tonight. have a special function at work. gayness. oh well its a media event so i should get free stuff. yus! free stuff is always good

[p.dath]

wont be able to make it tonight. have a special function at work. gayness. oh well its a media event so i should get free stuff. yus! free stuff is always good

I hope that includes free food.

[wisefxx]

of course. and drinks.. annnnnnnd we get to keep all the left over beers :D of which there will be a few. they bought waaaaay to many

[TOTO]

I have two tickets for the NZ Brakers VS the Perth Wildcats for tomorrow (Thursday). Its at the north shore event centre and game starts at 7pm. Who wants a freebie ?

come to NASS to get it.

[Dean]

wat time do you guys meet up at the albany place tonight? might make it, you know how much $$$ you can get for the tickets toto.

[GOONR]

I can't make tonight, not even with a free ticket on offer.

[Dean]

7:30pm albany mega center tonight?

[fizbin]

sorry fella and feletts was all good to come tonight and then decided that breaking my glasses would be a good thing. have only just found my spare pair. and now can't be fucked.
see you all in welly!

[p.dath]

sorry fella and feletts was all good to come tonight and then decided that breaking my glasses would be a good thing. have only just found my spare pair. and now can't be fucked.
see you all in welly!

I'm sick of my glasses. They are held together by wire at the moment.

I'm going to get my eyes lasered in December! Yay!

[wisefxx]

im comming tonight even with the weather the way it is.. who else is showing up?

[sl8er4lyf]

Newbie to the NASS, first time tonight, finally remembered on time, see y'all at Westgate :D

[GOONR]

I'm gonna be stuck at work again!

[p.dath]

I plan to be there.

[wisefxx]

that was good tonight cheers guys. i scraped my boot a couple of times though haha :P

[fizbin]

hope to all see you at this: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=112831 i know it is early for all of you party animals :woohoo:but will be a good way to wake up! This is a chance for all of those who could not make it to Wellington on Tuesday to make some noise... and get some food to.:scooter:
Who's next Who's next, Who's next!!!!!!!!!:bash:
or rather should it be: Bullshit, bullshit, bullshit!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ROFL:angry2:

[Danae]

Sorry I wasn't there guys, I was in Hawera. :eek:

[sl8er4lyf]

Was great to be a part of that, very welcoming group. Should be there next week unless the coromandel call's me for a piss up...

Thanks Again :D

[retro asian]

The road to Albany is currently paved with limestone and gravel...


Sorry this vid is so boooring, just playing around with a new toy camera today in my lunch hour, got stuck behind a long row of vehicles... :oi-grr:

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[fizbin]

Well i will grace you all with my presence tomorrow!:Playnice:
see you all at westgate!:banana:

[TOTO]

The road to Albany is currently paved with limestone and gravel...


Sorry this vid is so boooring, just playing around with a new toy camera today in my lunch hour, got stuck behind a long row of vehicles... :oi-grr:



wow nice vid and not a bad quality. what kind of camera is it ?

[Clean_up]

I'll be there tomorrow, weather permitting...see you all at the shell westgate :)

[retro asian]

wow nice vid and not a bad quality. what kind of camera is it ?

one of these...

<img src="http://shop.esino.hk/img/p/172-488-home.jpg">

It's quite small, and has about 8 different mounting accessories. It could almost be used as a spy camera... :whistle:

[TOTO]

I'll be there tomorrow, weather permitting...see you all at the shell westgate :)

weather is gonna be sweet as


one of these...

<img src="http://shop.esino.hk/img/p/172-488-home.jpg">

It's quite small, and has about 8 different mounting accessories. It could almost be used as a spy camera... :whistle:

Post the spy footage then

[retro asian]

Here's a defensive riding exercise... spot all the hazards in this video:

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[p.dath]

I'll be there tomorrow, weather permitting...see you all at the shell westgate :)

That's a bad excuse. Come rain or shine! Something will be happening.

[TOTO]

my aim for tonight - improve full lock circles :)

[Danae]

:weep: My baby is still broken...

And I can go for my restricted too! So I need to practise u-turns and stuff

[Slyer]

Trust me you'll ace Danae. :bleh:

[p.dath]

my aim for tonight - improve full lock circles :)

Time for new knee pads soon huh?

[carlosliu]

wow, another wednesday, nice weather, see you all there. :soon:

[TOTO]

Time for new knee pads soon huh?

My party trick ;)

[musicman]

After months and months of busy Wednesdays and bad weather it seems I can finally make it tonight! :woohoo:

But hang on... limestone and gravel you say?? Hmmm...

[retro asian]

After months and months of busy Wednesdays and bad weather it seems I can finally make it tonight! :woohoo:

But hang on... limestone and gravel you say?? Hmmm...

It's a sunny day, I'm pretty sure we can go the other (longer) way... I can get some spy cam footage of the sexy MT01 too :cool:...if I can keep up...

[musicman]

I can get some spy cam footage of the sexy MT01 too :cool:...if I can keep up...

What do you mean? I'm a slow rider! :ride:

[lizard007]

Yep, i be there. See you all at Westgate.

[musicman]

Good ride tonight, thanks everyone, and thanks to Mark and Richard!

I haven't come to NASS in a few months, first time I return we had a huge turnout! :niceone:

[retro asian]

Spy cam action from tonight:

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[TOTO]

Wooooah mean to see the sparkies actually work :woohoo:

[p.dath]

The talk at the pub is that Mark will be leaving us for greener pastures in Whangarei.

[MarkW]

The talk in the Pub is correct......my last NASS will be the Wednesday before Christmas (16th?). I am moving early next year to my new home just this side of Kaitaia and the DRZ will struggle to get there and back in an evening. I have greatly enjoyed my time with the NASS groups and particularly the increased skills levels and riding maturity exhibited as you all try hard to master the weird and wonderful exercises that Richard, Dawn and the other tutors put in front of you. Never stop learning!

[carlosliu]

My Android phone recorded two routes from Westgate to Albany. GPS fun.:whistle:

NASS short route
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=208232216993268528854.0004793a9befe9a948d80

NASS long route
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=208232216993268528854.0004793a6a5bb12ea18fd

[p.dath]

The talk in the Pub is correct......my last NASS will be the Wednesday before Christmas (16th?). I am moving early next year to my new home just this side of Kaitaia and the DRZ will struggle to get there and back in an evening. I have greatly enjoyed my time with the NASS groups and particularly the increased skills levels and riding maturity exhibited as you all try hard to master the weird and wonderful exercises that Richard, Dawn and the other tutors put in front of you. Never stop learning!

Thanks for the huge and awesome effort you have put in. You will be surely missed.

[accident]

The talk in the Pub is correct......my last NASS will be the Wednesday before Christmas (16th?). I am moving early next year to my new home just this side of Kaitaia and the DRZ will struggle to get there and back in an evening. I have greatly enjoyed my time with the NASS groups and particularly the increased skills levels and riding maturity exhibited as you all try hard to master the weird and wonderful exercises that Richard, Dawn and the other tutors put in front of you. Never stop learning!

I thank - you and Richard for your teaching, with out it I would have had another accident.
Once again thanks Mark, all the best for the move up north.
I should be able to make it for the 16th. (touch wood)

[hctseng]

The talk in the Pub is correct......my last NASS will be the Wednesday before Christmas (16th?). I am moving early next year to my new home just this side of Kaitaia and the DRZ will struggle to get there and back in an evening. I have greatly enjoyed my time with the NASS groups and particularly the increased skills levels and riding maturity exhibited as you all try hard to master the weird and wonderful exercises that Richard, Dawn and the other tutors put in front of you. Never stop learning!

Thank you so much Mark and Richard, although I have only started riding my ninja since June but you have taught me so much already !

It feels awesome just by getting a "nod" from you during the exercises.

Its what you have taught us saved many newbies like me from crashing million times!!! Thank you !!!

[EJK]

Cool video RA :)

I see the Fat Green Hornet in action!

[fizbin]

The talk in the Pub is correct......my last NASS will be the Wednesday before Christmas (16th?). I am moving early next year to my new home just this side of Kaitaia and the DRZ will struggle to get there and back in an evening. I have greatly enjoyed my time with the NASS groups and particularly the increased skills levels and riding maturity exhibited as you all try hard to master the weird and wonderful exercises that Richard, Dawn and the other tutors put in front of you. Never stop learning!

well mark i think i will speak for everyone when i say that you be missed. your input in the last year and a half or so has been invaluable to myself and all of the people who turn up. Good luck with moving up north.
But on a lighter note i have to ask why you are moving? i mean people like badger live up north, they are all a bit strange up there!
so ride on the 16th then is it?

[retro asian]

why you are moving? i mean people like badger live up north, they are all a bit strange up there!
so ride on the 16th then is it?

+1 :laugh:

Thanks for your amazing commitment to helping us for free over many Wednesdays Mark!!

You can take great pride in the fact that you've helped to educate many newbies, given riders enthusiasm to keep learning/practising, and have reduced motorcycle accidents in our community.

ACC should be giving you one of their $500,000 salaries!!
:clap:

[Sharry]

Certainly Mark your absence will be noticed, You have helped my self and many others gain skills that have have saved them and have definatly assisted myself to have more enjoyable rides.

I agree with retro asian, ACC should be compensating you with a healthy income for reducing thier stastistics :niceone:

[Clean_up]

so who else is coming tomorrow night? Should be a nice ride :)

[p.dath]

I plan to be there.

[TOTO]

I plan to be there.

<img src="http://blogs.reuters.com/rolfe-winkler/files/2009/10/ditto.jpg"> </img>

[steel001]

For sure, but only if it's good weather, I fucken hate the rain.

[TOTO]

For sure, but only if it's good weather, I fucken hate the rain.



<img src="http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm30/masaries/funny-pictures-cats-umbrella-rain-f.jpg"> </img>

[steel001]

Haha sad but true.

Just found out metservice has a new look website, awesome! :clap:

[steel001]

Haha sad but true.

Just found out metservice has a new look website, awesome! :clap:

Oh but the weather looks pretty shit so ah yeah see you tomorrow

[FastBikeGear]

The talk in the Pub is correct......my last NASS will be the Wednesday before Christmas (16th?). I am moving early next year to my new home just this side of Kaitaia and the DRZ will struggle to get there and back in an evening. I have greatly enjoyed my time with the NASS groups and particularly the increased skills levels and riding maturity exhibited as you all try hard to master the weird and wonderful exercises that Richard, Dawn and the other tutors put in front of you. Never stop learning!

Mark many thanks and much appreciation for donating your time and sharing your expertise. I am sure that I am a safer and better rider as a result of attending your NASS sessions.


Liam

[TOTO]

Here is something good to excersise

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[Clean_up]

hmmmm im guessing no ride tonight???

[p.dath]

hmmmm im guessing no ride tonight???

I'm still thinking of going. At the very least, I'll be at the car park.

[MarkW]

As neither my motorcycle or I dissolve in the rain I am still planning to be there. If it is hosing down during the instruction time then we will go undercover and do some theory instead.

Repost from September 23rd!

[lizard007]

I too would also like to thank Mark, Richard and the others for the great practical sessions at NASS. I have learnt so much in the last nine months since attending. I am still learning, but feel I am a safer rider now. All the best for your move up north Mark, as you will be sadly missed by all of us. Thanks for calling me a Hoon last week, made my night.

[retro asian]

So I guess it won't be another record turnout tonight...


I'm not sure if I'll get a chance to escape from work tonight...bloody computers/software/IT people...they are making my life hell...:bash::spanking::argue::brick:

...but I'll try my best to make it to the carpark and/or pub!

[TOTO]

i'm see you at shell :)

missQing from 530

[retro asian]

Last night was good, but now I'm $550 out of pocket....thanks Mark!!! <_<


But I have two nice new tyres to play on now (with tread!)... and better straight line acceleration :Punk:

[p.dath]

Last night was good, but now I'm $550 out of pocket....thanks Mark!!! <_<


But I have two nice new tyres to play on now (with tread!)... and better straight line acceleration :Punk:

And better straight line braking!

[The Everlasting]

I'll pop along to next weeks meet,if I'm allowed.....

[fizbin]

well i will be there this week.
I am allowed out of the house!
As it is going to be a nice weeknight how about a ride of some sort. Lets make the most of eh?!

[p.dath]

I hope to be there this Wednesday. I'm just recovering from having laser eye surgery. I haven't been back on the bike yet, but it should be ok by Wednesday.

[TOTO]

everyone watch out for the guy with laser vision :wacko:

[Cr1MiNaL]

I'll be bringing a learner rider to this ride in 3 weeks time just after new years. Just getting her up to speed with riding around town/carparks first. Good on ya all for keeping this running. I'd be keen to assist should anyone require my help. Cheers.

[Thaeos]

Im going to try and come tomorrow, will be my first. I'm in town for uni at 5pm and I'm not sure how long that will take, so we'll see.

[sl8er4lyf]

I shall be back for my 2nd session this wednesday, had a tail light out last wed so would rather not have risked a meet with the police/fine. Bringing my hyo-bag and a full tank of gas to shell!

[Cr1MiNaL]

I shall be back for my 2nd session this wednesday, had a tail light out last wed so would rather not have risked a meet with the police/fine. Bringing my hyo-bag and a full tank of gas to shell!

use half a tank, will be easier to do the tight stuff...

[sl8er4lyf]

sounds like an interesting theory, less weight = better turning!

Will do thanks :ride:

[Sharry]

well i will be there this week.
I am allowed out of the house!
As it is going to be a nice weeknight how about a ride of some sort. Lets make the most of eh?!

Well ya got plenty to chose from. There is Maha's coast to coast ride on saturday and TOTO's 250 friendly ride to Kai iwi lakes on sunday.

[Danae]

sounds like an interesting theory, less weight = better turning!

Will do thanks :ride:

Or would you rather a longer ride? :lol:

[thehovel]

I can't make it on wed the boss wants O/t worked 12hour days I'm getting too old for this shit. Regards Richard

[sl8er4lyf]

Longer ride! and Faster ride?

[Danae]

Lol, then fill up your tank

[TOTO]

Hope Mark is coming, otherwise I can bring my balls.

[p.dath]

I probably wont be able to make the ride due to a Christmas party tonight, but I plan to leave early to make it to the car park.

[TOTO]

dont eat too much or the leathers wont fit :p

[p.dath]

dont eat too much or the leathers wont fit :p

Haha. I'll take the back protector out if it gets that tight. :)

[wisefxx]

i shall be there tonight. hopefully a little drier than last week!!

[TOTO]

wet didnt stop this guy :ride:

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[Cr1MiNaL]

If you want to truly learn the "art" of throttle control, do a wet trackday or ten. A lot of fun indeed. Bellicimo, extradinaordio , fantastico !:clap::first::niceone:

[Dean]

I want to try come next wednesday with a fixed bike lol.

[TOTO]

If you want to truly learn the "art" of throttle control, do a wet trackday or ten. :

yessir
2 down, 8 to go :baby:

[Sly_guy]

And tonights plan of action is ???

With it being Mark's last night.... (for a while anyway...)
Surely we're going on a nice long ride ?, on such a nice night ? :D :D

Clearly ending up at a pub ?

What's everyone else's thoughts ?

[Cr1MiNaL]

And tonights plan of action is ???

With it being Mark's last night.... (for a while anyway...)
Surely we're going on a nice long ride ?, on such a nice night ? :D :D

Clearly ending up at a pub ?

What's everyone else's thoughts ?

Learners + :apint: = :blank:

[Sly_guy]

Learners + :apint: = :blank:

we do it most weeks, a pub doesn't HAVE to include beer...

[TOTO]

we do it most weeks, a pub doesn't HAVE to include beer...

forgive him, he is one of the ATNR regulars

[wisefxx]

damn it im not going to be making it tonight. i was really looking forward to it as well. so thankyou mark for all of your help and advice. it has greatly improved my technique and confidence whilst riding. (left my jacket and gloves at work and dont fancy doing anything over 50 odd without them :( would have been there otherwise

[TOTO]

well there is still 3 hours you know ...

[retro asian]

And tonights plan of action is ???

With it being Mark's last night.... (for a while anyway...)
Surely we're going on a nice long ride ?, on such a nice night ? :D :D

Clearly ending up at a pub ?

What's everyone else's thoughts ?

Do you reckon we can make it up to Wellsford and back again?


Or how about up 16 etc through to woodcocks road and back down SH1 to Albany (or stop at Puhoi??)

[Sly_guy]

Learners + :apint: = :blank:


Do you reckon we can make it up to Wellsford and back again?


Or how about up 16 etc through to woodcocks road and back down SH1 to Albany (or stop at Puhoi??)

I like that Idea alot !!!

I've not been inside the pub at Puhoi yet !!! :)

[Cr1MiNaL]

Do you reckon we can make it up to Wellsford and back again?


Or how about up 16 etc through to woodcocks road and back down SH1 to Albany (or stop at Puhoi??)

A lot of 16 has road works... pretty fun if you like going sidewards

[TOTO]

Woodcocks is in a not the nicest condition.

repair patches mid corner with no signs or sweeping, so probably not a good idea for a ride like today's.

the view from the lookout on end of sh16 is primo tho :niceone:

edit: dunno when you did it raj, but we did it sunda night and it was primo (we didnt do supersonic speeds tho)

[retro asian]

A lot of 16 has road works... pretty fun if you like going sidewards

It's only gravel patches, most of its on straight bits.

I would however advise to be careful on that very steep uphill 35 corner, there was a fair bit of loose gravel there on Sunday.

Maybe we can split up into two groups, those that are newer can take an easier way??

[retro asian]

Woodcocks is in a not the nicest condition.

repair patches mid corner with no signs or sweeping, so probably not a good idea for a ride like today's.

the view from the lookout on end of sh16 is primo tho :niceone:

Yeah, good point.... the beginning (is it called West coast road?) does have unmarked corners with gravel.

If you're expecting it, then its ok...but highly likely people coming on this ride won't be reading our posts...

[retro asian]

edit: dunno when you did it raj, but we did it sunda night and it was primo (we didnt do supersonic speeds tho)


I was wondering who this new CRIMINAL guy was....

[Clean_up]

Such a beautiful night for a LOOOOOOOOONG ride. See you all at Westgate :)

[Cr1MiNaL]

Woodcocks is in a not the nicest condition.

repair patches mid corner with no signs or sweeping, so probably not a good idea for a ride like today's.

the view from the lookout on end of sh16 is primo tho :niceone:

edit: dunno when you did it raj, but we did it sunda night and it was primo (we didnt do supersonic speeds tho)

I did it today. Just coming back from riding up to Wellsford and back. Loose gravel on straights as pointed out, enough to spin the rear out if your on the gas. Some loose gravel on corners too, not sure if marked or not, I just always hang off so it's never a problem. Just be aware and everyone including the learners 'should' be fine.

[musicman]

I was wondering who this new CRIMINAL guy was....

Oh so it's Raj? What happened to Indian Tiger??

[Cr1MiNaL]

Oh so it's Raj? What happened to Indian Tiger??
:drinknsin:slap::scratch::hitcher:

[MarkW]

Tonight is NOT my last night, NEXT week, the 16th, is. So I will be at Westgate as per normal. A ride sounds good but Richard and I had talked last week of doing the ride to Wellsford and back for my final night. We could do the first half of the ATNR, hang a left at Waitoki, go to Wainui and then wend our way back to Silverdale tonight? Then on to the car park for some braking practice.

[lizard007]

It does not matter where we go, its going to be a nice night for a ride:clap:

[Cr1MiNaL]

Oh so it's Raj? What happened to Indian Tiger??
:drinknsin:slap::scratch::hitcher:

[Itchy_Kiwis]

well i made it to the Pub tonight but everyone else just kept going toward the light at the end of the tunnel
sorry i fell behind at woodcocks and hw1 i got stuck giving way to trafic
great ride though! bit of a push for my 250 to keep up

[musicman]

well i made it to the Pub tonight but everyone else just kept going toward the light at the end of the tunnel
sorry i fell behind at woodcocks and hw1 i got stuck giving way to trafic
great ride though! bit of a push for my 250 to keep up

Ah were you the guy at the back with the camo pants? We wondered where you got to, someone said you live up north so just went home. We just bypassed Puhoi because it was getting slightly late and went straight to Bar Africa.

[Itchy_Kiwis]

Ah were you the guy at the back with the camo pants? We wondered where you got to, someone said you live up north so just went home. We just bypassed Puhoi because it was getting slightly late and went straight to Bar Africa.

Yep thats me ! i figured thats what you did .

[retro asian]

Dunno why everyone was going so slow through Woodcocks tonight...

Oh well, here's a vid showing some sweet MT-01 action:

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If you want one of these choice spy cameras, you can buy online at this link:

http://www.activecomponents.com/Product-Mini-DV-Sports-Cam-Black-%28includes-2GB-micro-SD-card%29_1321378.aspx

$129 inc GST, free courier to anywhere in NZ. Credit Card payment accepted
:2thumbsup :2thumbsup

[TOTO]

I may just buy one of them for xmas :niceone:

[musicman]

Dunno why everyone was going so slow through Woodcocks tonight...
Yeah that was a bit sedate eh? Even for me, and

I'm a slow rider! :ride:

[Cr1MiNaL]

Yeah that was a bit sedate eh? Even for me, and

lol I turned back when I couldn't get out of first :spanking:

[musicman]

lol I turned back when I couldn't get out of first :spanking:

Oh is that what happened? I passed you going the other way on Peak Rd and was wondering why you were heading back, haha.

[MarkW]

Greetings all,

Planned (?) for this week is the following:

A longer ride than normal up SH 16 to Wellsford and then back to Bar Africa for the wind up for the year;

A shorter ride (60 - 80km) taking in some of the winding back roads of west Auckland. This ride will be conducted at new riders pace and end up at Bar Africa for the same wind up for the year.

If you prefer, don't come on the rides and meet the riders at Bar Africa from around 8.30pm.

There will not be any training done at Albany.


So, assemble at Shell Westgate by 7pm and choose which ride you want to do. It will be very difficult to do both rides!

Mark W

[Qkchk]

So, assemble at Shell Westgate by 7pm and choose which ride you want to do. It will be very difficult to do both rides!

Mark W

I will be up in Kerikeri with work (luckily on the bike tho) so will miss out on the last one for the year (unless you plan on doing one on the 23rd, unfortunately I will be up in Russell then as well), thanks for all the hard work Mark W, the hobbit and others who have helped make this event as great as it is. It good to know that perhaps you may have saved a few bikers from getting seriously hurt through all the practise and expertise.

Merry Xmas to all, see you in the New Year.

xx Dawn xx

[imw-hornet]

A longer ride than normal up SH 16 to Wellsford and then back to Bar Africa for the wind up for the year sounds good ;)

[fizbin]

weather look awesome so far today! see you all at the gassy

[TOTO]

yep :ride:

[Sly_guy]

Afraid I can't make tonight..

I've got a works do I politically should attend (a customer facing one!).. Free piss and food though, so not all bad...

Mark, just wanted to say, thanks for all your sensible advice over the last year or so that I've been coming... I've found it totally invaluable, and I'm sure I speak for everyone that you have trained when I say thank you VERY much for giving up all your time and energy to work with us !

Hope you have a great Xmas and New Year, and will occasionally find the time to come and see us !!!

[p.dath]

I hope to make the ride this time. Conditions looking very good.

[Neon]

Afraid I can't make tonight..

I've got a works do I politically should attend (a customer facing one!).. Free piss and food though, so not all bad...

Mark, just wanted to say, thanks for all your sensible advice over the last year or so that I've been coming... I've found it totally invaluable, and I'm sure I speak for everyone that you have trained when I say thank you VERY much for giving up all your time and energy to work with us !

Hope you have a great Xmas and New Year, and will occasionally find the time to come and see us !!!

I would also like to echo these sentiments. Mark your dedication to schooling filthy biker scum is legendary. Even though I haven't made it to as many Wednesday's as I'd like, I have benefited hugely from your wisdom and taken away some really valuable tools for being safer on two wheels.

Good luck in the North, and hopefully you will come and visit the crew some time!

I also am not looking like I'm going to make it tonight, although I'll try to get along to the pub later. Xmas madness... :angry:

[BoristheBiter]

I hope to make the ride this time. Conditions looking very good.

i wish i could.:crybaby:

[Clean_up]

Hey everyone, considering the "telling off" we got at the pub last week for walking in a 5 to 9 when the kitchen closes at 9....ya think we should try to get there a bit earlier tonight? otherwise it'll be no food for us :( unless we go somewhere else.

[p.dath]

Hey everyone, considering the "telling off" we got at the pub last week for walking in a 5 to 9 when the kitchen closes at 9....ya think we should try to get there a bit earlier tonight? otherwise it'll be no food for us :( unless we go somewhere else.

Perhaps they should view us as walking dollar signs, and not grudgingly take our money off us because they are doing them a favour.

[Clean_up]

Yeah fully agree with ya, we bring quite a bit of $$ their way, but they were quite shitty about it last week :(

[TOTO]

the wedges and fries are always on tap. you mean to tell me ya'll are a HEALTH CONCIOUS filthy biker scum ?

...didnt think so :p

[fizbin]

Sorry Mark!
i came down with the flu last night! (yes that is the flu in summer! god damed it)
i wont be able to make it tonight as, as well as having a head full of cotton wool i am feeling really drained after my grandmothers funeral today!
I would like to extend my thanks for all of you advise in the last year, you lessons will always be something i will carry with me and you have made not just me but everyone who has attended a better rider. i wish you all the best up north. come down and visit any time.
Hope you enjoy the gift!
Steve (aka Fizzy)

[TOTO]

see you peeps soon :sunny:

[Clean_up]

ditto :)
oh hey toto, if ya have any more of that reflective tape ya got on the back of your helmat, could ya brin a wee bit for me?

[carlosliu]

Just finish my work, see you soon! :ride:

[TOTO]

Fantastic night boys and girls. Was really nice to see so many of the old crew and the new peeps too. I reckon it made for a winner goodbye night to Mark. All the best Mark, and dont be a stranger. You know where we are :niceone:

Lets all utilise what we've learned from Richard, Mark and Dawn and keep it shiney side up theese hollidays.

Merry Christmas and a happy new year to all of us :)

[shah]

nice end-of-the-year ride, people. some pix attached (not too flast though, sorry)...
Shah

[shah]

...i meant "flash"



nice end-of-the-year ride, people. some pix attached (not too flast though, sorry)...
Shah

[KwakaZM]

It was an awesome ride last night to Wellsford. There is smiply something about riding in a group which makes you push yourself harder and ride better...

Shame I couldnt make it to the bar after the ride to thank MarkW for his help and advice.

Just made it to one of his teaching sessions but it was worth it.

[MarkW]

Thank you to all of those who turned up last night, it was great to see several of you that we haven't seen for a while as well as all of the regulars.

And thanks heaps for the gift - if you were there then you'll understand the heading to this post; if you weren't then ask someone who was!

If you are heading to the Far North at any time then pm me if you want and I'll give you directions on how to find me. Dirt riding lessons in a grass paddock anyone?

In the meantime, have a merry Christmas, safe and enjoyable riding and "look where you want to go".

Mark W

[Cr1MiNaL]

"look where you want to go".

Mark W

What about when your on the back wheel giving the audience the bird with one hand? :2thumbsup

[retro asian]

There is smiply something about riding in a group which makes you push yourself harder and ride better...



Our group is generally very good (you can learn heaps for instance by following and observing the Green hornet).

<img src="http://kirbymuseum.org/blogs/simonandkirby/wp-content/uploads/2007/11/GreenHornet08.jpg">

Be wary of other groups though, if you don't ride your own ride they can push you to ride more stupider.

I normally ride near the back, but on the way down I thought "what the hell, I'm going near the front this time"... it's obvious some people don't really enjoy seeing a cruiser riding in front of them :lol:


And a big thanks to you Mark, if it wasn't for NASS I might have given up hope on the VL250 and bought myself a silly and uncomfortable Sports Bike :bleh:

[TOTO]

What about when your on the back wheel giving the audience the bird with one hand? :2thumbsup

Watch out soldiers, the ATNR is trying to outflank us !

<img src="http://www.cubanology.com/Vietnam/images/vietnamTrenches.jpg"> </img>

[Badger8]

Sorry i couldnt make it out last night to say hurrah Mark. Thanks for all your efforts over your time with the wed night's, you've been an endless source of information, and saved many a biker their skin (or more!)

All the best up north, i'm sure you'll love it.
Might just drop by with the dirtbike for those lessons one day! ;)

[accident]

Thanks Mark, your teaching has been invaluable, you have saved my ass and skin a few times.
Once again thanks.
All the best for the move up north.

It was great to catch up with everybody last night and a fantastic ride.
Marry Christmas happy new year. Everybody.

[Big Dog]

So not wanting to read the last year of posts what is the plan for the new year?

[TOTO]

planning to resume the third week of january as far as I understand.

[Big Dog]

planning to resume the third week of january as far as I understand.

Cool, might have to get my learn on. lol

[sl8er4lyf]

Who will be teaching everyone? May be a stupid question but i've been twice and both times Mark took the lessons

[TOTO]

Richard is still with us and seeing big dog is around, i'm sure he cal land a hand :)

[Big Dog]

Richard is still with us and seeing big dog is around, i'm sure he cal land a hand :)

Your quite correct, I am round. I may also be a round. :bash:

Richard did ask if I would be able to start assisting him, I'll give you the same answer I gave him.

Subject to my actually being able to make enough money out of my new business venture to cover gas, yes I intend to attend.

So in a fit of shameless self promotion if you know anyone in need of some computer or other IT assistance please point them to www.nanite.co.nz, nanite@windowslive.com or 0210671734.

[fizbin]

do you builc pc's as well. i could do it myself but i am lazy!

[Big Dog]

do you builc pc's as well. i could do it myself but i am lazy!

Yes.
Build to spec.
I don't do packages because there is no way you can say this is good value for everyone with x dollars.
Gamers need better graphics and ram.
Video editors need lots of storage as well.
All of that is wasted on those who only do forums and trademe.

Tell me what you do, how much you have to spend and I will sort something out.

[Badger8]

Your quite correct, I am round. I may also be a round. :bash:

Richard did ask if I would be able to start assisting him, I'll give you the same answer I gave him.

Subject to my actually being able to make enough money out of my new business venture to cover gas, yes I intend to attend.

So in a fit of shameless self promotion if you know anyone in need of some computer or other IT assistance please point them to www.nanite.co.nz, nanite@windowslive.com or 0210671734.

Or there is also the option of someone with a few bucks to spare filling your tank for you if money is tight. Has been known to happen in the past, not sure if any of the current crew are up for it though...

[Big Dog]

Or there is also the option of someone with a few bucks to spare filling your tank for you if money is tight. Has been known to happen in the past, not sure if any of the current crew are up for it though...

I would not ask, but I would not be offended. ;)
Fine line between doing something for reward and not.

[Badger8]

I would not ask, but I would not be offended. ;)
Fine line between doing something for reward and not.

Was more waiting for someone to chime up with the offer than you needing to ask. Would offer myself, but dont often manage to make it along these days.

[TOTO]

Was more waiting for someone to chime up with the offer than you needing to ask. Would offer myself, but dont often manage to make it along these days.

yea, you and that pomie girlfriend of yours need to get your bums back into gear and start attending :mega:

[Clean_up]

Who's keen for a Xmas eve ride to puhoi pub for some grub? Meet at northcote rd mobil at 6, leaving at 6:15pm, Xmas eve. Come along for a cruisey ride followed by a good feed :)

[TOTO]

sounds cool, but all of TOTO is booked that night.

[fizbin]

ran that past my wife last night and got a resounding NO! :girlfight:
sorry man safe ride!:cool::beer:

[hctseng]

Hey does anyone know how to get to the Pukematekeo Summit Trig where Mark took us to last Wednesday? I had tried to get there again myself but could not find the entry point when I got to Scenic Drive. Merry X'mas to all of you !!!

[Sharry]

Google is your friend my friend :niceone:

[TOTO]

or you can just send mark a pm and aksk him

[hctseng]

Google is your friend my friend :niceone:

I did, but google has failed me like ACC has.


or you can just send mark a pm and aksk him

Yeah mark did reply and said it was on the northern end of scenic drive, i guess it was just on a no name road or something maybe I will ask the locals when I get there next tmie : )

It was truly an amazing 360 Auckland View !!!:2thumbsup

[TOTO]

damn, I wanna see it too now.

[MarkW]

The Road is actually called "Scenic Drive" according to my map.

If you can find the intersection of Te Henga Road and Scenic Drive either on a map, via Google or physically the Pukematekeo Summit track is approximately 1.5 km south of the intersection.

The entrance track is hard to spot when heading south as it is

a) on the right hand side of the road
b) runs at an oblique and acute angle up the hill and you will be almost past it before you see it.

It is just after the crest of the hill that you have climbed since leaving the Te Henga Road intersection.

The road is signposted but again the sign is best spotted headed north and not south.

Hope this helps.

Mark W

[carlosliu]

According to Mark's instruction, it must be here
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=-36.884014,174.539881&daddr=&geocode=&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=0&mrsp=0&sz=17&sll=-36.883817,174.538733&sspn=0.004883,0.011362&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=17

[Big Dog]

Who's keen for a Xmas eve ride to puhoi pub for some grub? Meet at northcote rd mobil at 6, leaving at 6:15pm, Xmas eve. Come along for a cruisey ride followed by a good feed :)

Funny, unless I have to I do not ride on days of significance.

I know the grim reaper might just be riding faster than me on any given day but I would prefer to not have it happen on a special day.

It's only 4 days a year.

[TOTO]

is that birthday, xmas, new year, and easter ?

actually that reminds me of a certain 1jan aniversery ...

[Big Dog]

is that birthday, xmas, new year, and easter ?

actually that reminds me of a certain 1jan aniversery ...

Christmas, Boxing day, New Year and Easter. I almost always ride somewhere on my birthday.

But the listed days normally occasion more than your usual drink driving suspects and I don't wish to be a statistic that brings my family down on these days that are mostly about family... and eating too much.

[p.dath]

Christmas, Boxing day, New Year and Easter. I almost always ride somewhere on my birthday.

But the listed days normally occasion more than your usual drink driving suspects and I don't wish to be a statistic that brings my family down on these days that are mostly about family... and eating too much.

And what about all the days you get laid?

[Big Dog]

And what about all the days you get laid?

Dunno about you but if I tried to not ride the days I got laid when would go riding?

If your only getting it on public holidays you need to change your style.

If your trying to imply you should get a public holiday every time you get laid you need to loosen your grip.

[Sharry]

And what about all the days you get laid?

Goodness, if he didn't ride on every day he got laid his poor Busa would be rusty from lack of use :lol:

[TOTO]

getting laid IS riding !

[Sharry]

getting laid IS riding !

Don't give away all your secretes TOTO ...............

[Big Dog]

getting laid IS riding !

Or as close as you can get with your pants on.

[Big Dog]

Goodness, if he didn't ride on every day he got laid his poor Busa would be rusty from lack of use :lol:

Baaaa haaaa haaaa. Still looking a bit sad and cobwebby.

[p.dath]

getting laid IS riding !

You must need to clean your motorcycle a lot.

[fizbin]

getting laid IS riding !

is that what you use for chain lube then?:scooter:

[thehovel]

I miss your guys and gals:clap::clap: SOOOOO NASS starts on Wednesday 13th Jan 2010. Calendar is up and running. Happy New Year Richard

[TOTO]

Happy to say that Emergency Braking practice we have done at NASS saved me today comfourtably.

Catch ya soon fellas and fellases :)

[Sharry]

Glad to hear that TOTO, long live skills practice:2thumbsup

[p.dath]

Happy to say that Emergency Braking practice we have done at NASS saved me today comfourtably.

You can't just say that without giving the story ...

[TOTO]

You can't just say that without giving the story ...

taught that emergency braking was self explanatory, but if you wanna more details...

on the 4th day of my christmas tour (Yesterday) , cruising, coming over a blind 65km corner, doing a medium pace (if that means anything at all), happen to see a que of vehicles. Stopped. On the brakes and thats it. Stopped all good, no issues.

Turned out the car que was due to a road closure following a head on collision between two cars. No fatalities.

[thehovel]

Toto, You saw the lead bike brake hard so you knew that there was a reasion to SLOW down quickly. Well done :cool:Toto, antisapation will save as often as any thing else. Ride safely out there you all and HAPPY NEW YEAR :beer::beer: Richard

[retro asian]

The Road is actually called "Scenic Drive" according to my map.......

The road is signposted but again the sign is best spotted headed north and not south.

Hope this helps.

Mark W


Went to try and find this, unfortunately I didn't notice the point "head north not south"....doh, well next time I should be able to find it.
However I did find a "lesser" lookout on Scenic Drive, and had an awesome ride down to Piha and back. :2thumbsup

Happy New Year all btw!!!

[TOTO]

Anyone keen for a ride today or tonight ?

I'm changing me oil and filter soon, and in a few hours I'll have the rest of the day for riding.

[The Everlasting]

Can't tonight,but keen tomorrow,getting new tyres!! :D

[p.dath]

Can't tonight,but keen tomorrow,getting new tyres!! :D

Take the first 100km easy!

[The Everlasting]

Take the first 100km easy!

Ah yeah,just read that they need to be run in first.

[hctseng]

Went to try and find this, unfortunately I didn't notice the point "head north not south"....doh, well next time I should be able to find it.
However I did find a "lesser" lookout on Scenic Drive, and had an awesome ride down to Piha and back. :2thumbsup

Happy New Year all btw!!!

Went there yesterday to enjoy the late evening view, it said on my GPS "857 Scenic Drive", hope this helps

[p.dath]

Richard has just said NASS starts again this Wednesday (13/1/2010), but in a different thread (so many may miss it):
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/28643-What-is-Ride-Right-Ride-Safe?p=1129605099#post1129605099

Alas, my bike is off road, so I wont be able to make it.

[Dean]

Sweet I will be there this wednesday.

Who else is coming??

[Big Dog]

Sweet I will be there this wednesday.

Who else is coming??

Short of a house fire I will be there.

[shah]

sorry, can't join you good people this wednesday. will be in Nelson for the rest of the week. enjoy the day. and happy new year.

[The Everlasting]

I may attend.

What is the usual agenda,is it training in a carpark,or is it a ride somewhere?

[Sis]

Sweet I will be there this wednesday.

Who else is coming??



Working in with Richard to try and get a S.A.S.S. going again

so I am planning on being there

[Dean]

Working in with Richard to try and get a S.A.S.S. going again

so I am planning on being there

S.A.S.S sounds good, where would you hold it? Or should I wait for the info on wednesday.

[Sis]

The theory is to meet at Papakura Service Centre, go for a ride, then exercises at Manukau in one of their carparks opposite the courthouse, followed by social time at The Bog.
Trying to keep the same "recipe" as NASS as it works very well.

[TOTO]

oh wednesday - first sparkie time for 2010 :D

see ya soon fellas and fellases :)

[lizard007]

Sweet I will be there this wednesday.

Who else is coming??

yep, i should be there, if all goes well

[cheesemethod]

I'll see you there folks. Might be the last time on the GN too.

[SPORK]

Well, shit. Should probably roll around to one of these. I'm in.

Shell Westgate or Albany? Time? Too fookin' lazy to try and find which.

[Qkchk]

Need to take one of the baby bikes out for a run (if it already hasnt got a flat battery), so will spot ya all tomorrow night.

[Danae]

I should be there :niceone:

[fizbin]

see you all there tonight. Me and little red will try to honor you with my presence.

and just for a laugh. this is why you should never piss you IT man off.
Sucks to be you Badger!

[Dean]

Hey what time do we meet up?

[Qkchk]

Hey what time do we meet up?

As far as I know, nothing has changed from the orginal plan on page 1. I'll be at Westgate around 6.30ish.

[thehovel]

Hey what time do we meet up?

6:30 Leaving at 7:00 At Weastgate Shell .......:doh:Please Read the Calender or the first thead :spanking:Richard

[Dean]

Westgate shell....I guess its a no to albany mega center carpark today eh.

[Qkchk]

Westgate shell....I guess its a no to albany mega center carpark today eh.

As in post 1 - all will become clear.


Where: Meet at Shell Westgate or Albany Noel Lemming Carpark (Check thread for updates)
Time: 6:30pm (Departing 7pm) or 7.30 @ Albany

[Dean]

meh fuk it maybe next time.

[Thaeos]

Can't make it tonight, but the week after next I'm planning to go and hopefully on a regular basis from then on, The only one I've been to so far was the last one of 2009.

[The Everlasting]

Was on my way,but I never made it there...had a noob moment with the bike...


Thanks to the guy from Motomail who stopped and helped me out!!! :niceone:

[TOTO]

Nice night last night falsk. Was great to see so many new faces. wish I couln't make it to pub but things came up. I'll cath ya all next week :)


Was on my way,but I never made it there...had a noob moment with the bike...


Thanks to the guy from Motomail who stopped and helped me out!!! :niceone:

You didnt do a "Fizbin" I hope...

[gilly]

Also couldn't make it to the pub - its such a llllooooonnnngggg way home.

Bring on the SASS.

[fizbin]

You didnt do a "Fizbin" I hope...

HEY what the?!!!... where?! When?! It never happened and i will deny deny deny!

[The Everlasting]

Nice night last night falsk. Was great to see so many new faces. wish I couln't make it to pub but things came up. I'll cath ya all next week :)



You didnt do a "Fizbin" I hope...

Oh no,I didn't drop or crash it,if that's what doing a fizbin is..:lol:

I ran out of gas soon after entering the motorway,pulled over,switched to reserve,but I had accidentally hit the killswitch,so wouldn't start.
If it wasn't for a fellow biker pointing out the killswitch was on,I probably would have pushed the bike all the way home...I felt so stupid!!!! :doh:

[TOTO]

haha I did that with Kiki a few weeks back. Started her, she ran well, rode her down the road, and she ran out of petrol. pushed her up the hill for 1.5k thinking I was out of petrol. Arrived back in driveway and my friend asked: did you put the fuel switch in an "off" position just now ? I was like :brick:

Good exercise pushing a bike tho ...:)

[Danae]

Oh no,I didn't drop or crash it,if that's what doing a fizbin is..:lol:

I ran out of gas soon after entering the motorway,pulled over,switched to reserve,but I had accidentally hit the killswitch,so wouldn't start.
If it wasn't for a fellow biker pointing out the killswitch was on,I probably would have pushed the bike all the way home...I felt so stupid!!!! :doh:

Practise reaching down and switching the bike to reserve while on the bike. :niceone:

[The Everlasting]

Practise reaching down and switching the bike to reserve while on the bike. :niceone:

Yeah,i have already done that..:)

[Badger8]

HEY what the?!!!... where?! When?! It never happened and i will deny deny deny!

Tuck n roll boy!!! :dodge:

[metalslug]

is there any event on this Wednesday or the next on the shore? Would love to join you guys :)

[TOTO]

is there any event on this Wednesday or the next on the shore? Would love to join you guys :)

yes. rain or shine, the regulars are there !

[fizbin]

thought you guys might find this funny!:lol::lol::lol::lol:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Nissan/Lucino/auction-266144785.htm

[TOTO]

thought you guys might find this funny!:lol::lol::lol::lol:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Nissan/Lucino/auction-266144785.htm



not as funny as the washing machine from hell (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Home-living/Laundry/Washing-machines/Top-loader-6kg-under/auction-223309871.htm) tho.

[fizbin]

no but then that auction was epic.

[fizbin]

and let the questions begin oh but how to answer this one!

Hi i am yr neighbour at 42 Amberley avenue 8344786 frank can you give me a call i need to discuss whether it can tow my wife been lifting her for 22 years but she is getting heavier she has given me 16 children iand i need to give her a gift this is the best i can afford,seriously, the recession has hit me very hard,do you wanna swap it for free vegetable supply throghout this summer,we got cucumbers,lettuce es peppers taro.climber beans, red kidney leabanese cucumberrs etc call 9176000 sholay3 (0 ) 10:42 pm, Mon 18 Jan

the mind boggles at what i could say to this

[retro asian]

Doesn't even get Mai FM au!!!

[Phreak]

I would write something witty but it is 10:30 at night and my brain has farted.

Now that is pure grade 'A' class...!