Nelson Rideouts - Where next? [Archive] - Page 7

marks

1st July 2009, 08:20

Does anyone have a 10mm tap & 8.4mm drill as my footpeg mounts threads are munted after the last ride.

if you are going to fix this - can you document it or take photos.

one of the biggest hassles in working on those bolts is the crash bar mounts refuse to line up (once the crash bars have had a few hits) - it took me hours last time and I can see the day approaching when I'll have to upgrade these bolts (I've had custom footpeg mounts made to lower my footpegs 40mm and have a brace immediately below the footpeg mounting points)

CrazyFrog

1st July 2009, 09:05

Went up the Maungatapu tonight to see if any of that low snow was still there...

But met up with this on the Jantar's Rock section...

A couple of nice trees...
Need a chainsaw for this lot.

I got a chainsaw, but I need a 4wd and a trailer to score the firewood, native trees burn real good:Punk: Offers anyone?

NordieBoy

1st July 2009, 09:28

No 4wd or trailer but I can strap a recycling bin to the back of the DR...

CrazyFrog

1st July 2009, 15:55

No 4wd or trailer but I can strap a recycling bin to the back of the DR...

A Nelmac wheelie bin full of wood, with no brakes, being towed by your DR and chasing you down the Mangatapu is something I'd pay to see. In fact, I think I could sell a few spectator passes too.:laugh:

orange dog

2nd July 2009, 09:46

Hell, I'd buy one!

orange dog

2nd July 2009, 10:36

NordieBoy

2nd July 2009, 10:58

BTW, have you guys explored the right branch much? The track now goes past the old hut and has a loop cleared beyond that to another hut (livable).
5-6 river crossings, bush and optional uphill, all do-able two up on a KLR650.

There are some bits that are too much for 1 up :D

Got to get back in there now it's re-opened after the logging.
My brother took Warewolf and I through there for 60-70km of riding and some of that you would not want to be 2-up.

Hmmm... Sat forecast isn't the best but maybe...

orange dog

2nd July 2009, 12:43

does'nt matter, since the kids came along there is no more 2 up... I'm really gutted... yeah really.

On another note, anyone else done the Penzance to Okiwi Bay pylon track? This combined with some of the other side tracks (which head down to secluded bays), the Maungatap, and sharlands creek/main Rd, make a great day loop (figure 8).
* Extra caution on the penzance - Okiwi bay track in the wet. Sliding down a steep grass hill sideways in the new Lancruiser was the first time the wife she has seen me WHITE. Friend later rolled and totalled HIS landcruiser in same spot. (now THAT was funny)

Padmei

3rd July 2009, 08:24

How'd shed nite go?
Would've loved to gone last nite sigh...

Still bought a new pressure suit from Red Barons for $179 new so that was a treat.

warewolf

3rd July 2009, 08:42

Good, see the thread.

My ears are still ringing from the backfires.

NordieBoy

3rd July 2009, 08:48

Shed night was wet.
I think 2 of 3 bikes worked on still ran after.
But Warewolf did just check the sag and clean the dust seals on the forks of the 640a :D

ZK-Awsome's 250 had the valve clearances done and I think still ran but I left at around 10:30pm so I don't know if it ran or he spent the night in the shed.

WillDat's DR250 made some impressive noise but as it was limited to 2 backfires over several hours, that dosn't really count as running. But as none of us could hear anymore it may have been running for all we know.
Although we did work out it wasn't the cdi, coil, plug, carb.
Weak spark compared to the dr250 sitting beside it.

Padmei

3rd July 2009, 09:25

Good, see the thread.

My ears are still ringing from the backfires.

what thread? Is this like the bloody tagorama

Willdat?

3rd July 2009, 09:29

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=102374

That thread :woohoo:

warewolf

3rd July 2009, 18:27

So what's the plan for Sat? Meet up with the Blennie boys?

Padmei

3rd July 2009, 18:34

gotta put gonzo back toghether & have family time so im out.

JATZ

3rd July 2009, 18:49

I might have to trailer the CT over on sunday, promised MrsJatz I'd help her prune some kiwifruit tomorrow.

JATZ

5th July 2009, 18:19

Not quite a "Rideout" but this is what I did today

Ralleye CT........

http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF4328.jpg

http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF4329.jpg

http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF4333.jpg

Fairing still needs a little work, but I wasn't allowed to cut up a nother bucket

CrazyFrog

5th July 2009, 18:26

Here's a decal ya might like for the CT, could come in handy for the next Patriarch ride in the snow....:cold:

NordieBoy

5th July 2009, 19:02

What's that written on the dash?

Quiet/Loud?
Dark/Light?

JATZ

5th July 2009, 19:11

What's that written on the dash?

Quiet/Loud?
Dark/Light?

Why yes, Good spotting

Quiet/Loud = on /off
Dark /Light = Lights on /off:woohoo:

Woodman

5th July 2009, 21:11

Why yes, Good spotting

Quiet/Loud = on /off
Dark /Light = Lights on /off:woohoo:

Oh, thought the quiet/loud switch was the throttle.

Woodman

11th July 2009, 16:42

Ok, anyone keen for a bit of a hoon tomorrow. was thinking maybe wairoa gorge to show yous the tag location, either in and out the river way or down the hill and out, or try to go up the hill.:doctor: Could look at Ben nevis or anywhere up there really. am open to suggestions.

I am busy in the morning so maybe leave Richmond at 1 pm-ish? That leaves heaps of time for a bloody good explore up there.:clap:

topo

11th July 2009, 18:18

I'm keen at this stage, meet at the cafe in wakefield 1.30ish? mmmmmmm Coffee:niceone:

Jatz, found the old buel screen from the ktm if you want it on the CT125RR-RALLYE SPECIAL?. it's black tho, no need to cut up more bucket's that way.

JATZ

11th July 2009, 18:27

I'll see if I can get there........must finish footpeg extensions, re-bushing, and get some sort of screen sorted

Post a pic of the screen topo and I'll take a look, or bring it out

topo

11th July 2009, 18:59

best pic i could find.

JATZ

11th July 2009, 19:19

best pic i could find.

Hmmmmmmmmm :scratch::yeah:

Woodman

11th July 2009, 19:23

warewolf

11th July 2009, 21:04

I'm keen but don't know if I can make 1pm, if at all. Will txt (Woodman/topo) by 1pm to let you know either way.

I don't know the area very well, only been in there the once. Definitely up for more.

Woodman

11th July 2009, 21:08

I'm keen but don't know if I can make 1pm, if at all. Will txt (Woodman/topo) by 1pm to let you know either way.

I don't know the area very well, only been in there the once. Definitely up for more.

no worries, its a great area for just blastin around.

Padmei

11th July 2009, 22:31

Went for a cruise over the Bay today. Went up the Cobb until I hit more snow than I felt comfortable tackling today by myself. It was beautiful country thru there - maybe a side excursion for the TOS ride.

Called in & saw some friends for many coffees & cruised on back. The hill was a bit wet & gritty so took it easy. My gloves must be bloody good as I didn't even notice my hot grips not working unitil I got back to Richmond. Thought I could smell burning somewhere -oh well tank off tomm again....

topo

12th July 2009, 19:13

topo

12th July 2009, 19:15

try again with vid

http://s304.photobucket.com/albums/nn175/topo-t-south/?action=view&current=nordiecrossingriver.flv

Woodman

12th July 2009, 19:31

Nice ride guys, interesting to swap bikes to see how the other side lives (you poor bastards:chase:)

http://s304.photobucket.com/albums/nn175/topo-t-south/?action=view&current=nordiecrossingriver.flv

good wee blast it was too, and the hill wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Thanks for the go on the ktm topo, it really is in a different league to the KLR, everything is so bloody responsive and the extra grunt is nice too, oh and it handles. Could get meself into a whole new world of trouble on one of those.

Me and Nordie went up ben nevis and we swapped bikes as well. The dr is pretty responsive too, and feels like a wee bike compared to the klr, I need to ride a non farkled dr to see what they are actually like, but am still happy with the trusty klr.

Things that require instant attention when compared to the 2 bikes today are:

1 Throttle response (will do the 22cent mod this week)
2 Front brake (KTM nearly threw me over the handlebars)

NordieBoy

12th July 2009, 19:45

Topo, your bike was better for me than the 640A mainly because of your skinnier tank and once you're stnding your screen isn't intrusive at all. I think Warewolf's engine has the nod over yours though but that may have been the gearing and not riding on anything I wanted to open it out on at all.

Woodies armchair with wheels was fun too. You can see why he rides the way he does. Sit down on that nice comfy seat and point it in the direction you want to go and wind it on. The front is so relaxed you're never going to get into trouble. Unless you need brakes in a hurry :D The KLR IMS tank has the same feel to it as the KTM640A tank when you try and lean forward. The front suspension was fine for individual bumps/rocks but got a bit overwhelmed by anything more.

That was fun :woohoo:

CrazyFrog

12th July 2009, 20:30

try again with vid

http://s304.photobucket.com/albums/nn175/topo-t-south/?action=view&current=nordiecrossingriver.flv

FFS, keep ya feet on the pegs. And give it lotsa throttle:clap:

topo

12th July 2009, 20:56

FFS, keep ya feet on the pegs. And give it lotsa throttle:clap:

Funny you should mention that, sorry nordie:rolleyes:
http://s304.photobucket.com/albums/nn175/topo-t-south/?action=view&current=Movie.flv

NordieBoy

12th July 2009, 21:12

Funny you should mention that, sorry nordie:rolleyes:
http://s304.photobucket.com/albums/nn175/topo-t-south/?action=view&current=Movie.flv

Me and that hill have history :bash:

I wasn't going to give it any excuse to go 1 up on me.

topo

12th July 2009, 21:30

Snuck off to the private,closed,OSH approved test track on the way home:msn-wink:. I'm a little disapointed with the 640e's top speed, according to JATZ's GPS it maxed out at 157km/hr still not hitting the limiter in 5th. I think it needs some dyno time to get sorted as i'm sure it should pull more than that:niceone:.

NordieBoy

12th July 2009, 22:04

What main jet and needle setting are you running?

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Just missed getting Woodies big wheelie at the end there too :(

warewolf

12th July 2009, 22:14

2 Front brake (KTM nearly threw me over the handlebars)Another reason I've removed one front disk.

I think Warewolf's engine has the nod over yours though but that may have been the gearing and not riding on anything I wanted to open it out on at all.Would've thought topo's had more bottom end??

I'm a little disapointed with the 640e's top speed, according to JATZ's GPS it maxed out at 157km/hr still not hitting the limiter in 5th.So what gearing are you running, including rear tyre size? What mods, and is yours the high flow head or not?

The power drops off between 8000rpm and the 8500rpm redline so you should aim to NOT hit redline in top gear - if you do it means the gearing is too short. Dunno where the limiter is.

Get some more speed by removing your helmet peak (or better yet, use a full face road helmet); and by removing your front guard or changing it to a supermoto shortie.

topo

12th July 2009, 22:34

Not that i'm obsessed with speed:nono: it's just that i seem to be spending more and more time at the limit of what the 640'll pull.

I'm running 16/42 (standard gearing) with a 120/100 r18 rear at aprox 20psi. It's actually a KIWI-X MX tire, might get 1200km out of it but the smile/mile factor is huge!!

NordieBoy

12th July 2009, 22:38

Would've thought topo's had more bottom end??

Not with the gearing he's running and the conditions weren't conducive to testing that sort of thing...

Woodman

12th July 2009, 22:40

Not with the gearing he's running and the conditions weren't conducive to testing that sort of thing...

personally thought it had lots of grunt.

warewolf

12th July 2009, 22:41

I wonder if you are getting some knobby tyre slippage at high tarseal speeds? Just a thought.

topo

12th July 2009, 22:48

All testing done on gravel test track so some slippage is always going to happen, although haven't found any difference on the seal.

Waihou Thumper

13th July 2009, 07:12

All testing done on gravel test track so some slippage is always going to happen, although haven't found any difference on the seal.

I manage a good top end speed off the 640A, running 40/16 half a tank of fuel and Pirelli MT21 on the rear. I have had it tapped out at 178Kph, but it was down a nice hill. I do think it has more beans if conditions are right but would need to put the GPS on it to get accuracy.
On the flat, good conditions 160Kph is a good speed for the bike, cruising at 135-145Kph is very comfortable for it.

NordieBoy

13th July 2009, 09:57

All testing done on gravel test track so some slippage is always going to happen, although haven't found any difference on the seal.

T'other side of the Dove hill?

Willdat?

15th July 2009, 17:26

DR250 is alive! Have done 100km so far this afternoon solution was new plug cap (I don't think this fixed the problem but good to have) and a new replacement stator. The clutch was adjusted terribly...hoping Fran didn't take a video when he saw me leave as I sounded like an idiot.:wari:

She's still pretty smokey...but seems to be getting better the more I ride it!

JATZ

15th July 2009, 17:40

Ride this weekend then ? Say........Aorere goldfields ?

Willdat?

15th July 2009, 17:43

I'd be keen to follow along wherever, as long you expect me to go slow and fall off!

NordieBoy

15th July 2009, 18:04

She's still pretty smokey...but seems to be getting better the more I ride it!

It needs to burn out that oil in the exhaust.

JATZ

15th July 2009, 18:07

Supposed to get some rain Fri so it should be good and slipery, I've got a half worn K760 (?) if you need some decent knobs

topo

15th July 2009, 18:10

Nice one Will:niceone:

NordieBoy

15th July 2009, 18:27

The clutch was adjusted terribly...hoping Fran didn't take a video when he saw me leave as I sounded like an idiot.:wari:
Oops...
Sorry mate...

:confused:

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JATZ

15th July 2009, 18:39

Oops...
Sorry mate...

:confused:

:niceone: :rofl:

NordieBoy

15th July 2009, 21:35

Ride this weekend then ? Say........Aorere goldfields ?

Sounds goodish.
Which day?

JATZ

16th July 2009, 17:34

Sounds goodish.
Which day?

Sunday, I'm gunna trailer the CT over and aim to be at the Devils Boots about 10, space available on the trailer for possibly another 2 bikes

Taz

16th July 2009, 17:54

After my week in Motueka and surrounds I wanna live down there.......
Long commute to work though.

NordieBoy

16th July 2009, 18:14

Jenni and I may head over Sat and meet you there.
Is it doable 2-up or a bit too slippery?

JATZ

16th July 2009, 18:44

Jenni and I may head over Sat and meet you there.
Is it doable 2-up or a bit too slippery?

You may be able to do it 2 up ? look at the pics and make up your own mind, it's clay between the rocks and it's 'sposed to rain.Also I've seen your passenger accomodation on the DR and it aint flash :bash:

Box'a'bits

16th July 2009, 19:58

You may be able to do it 2 up ? look at the pics and make up your own mind, it's clay between the rocks and it's 'sposed to rain.Also I've seen your passenger accomodation on the DR and it aint flash :bash:

Hang on, I'll just ask Mandy if she'll pop across with me to have some riding fun with you this weekend. I'm sure that the KTM would just rail that. No sweat.

Given Nordie's experience with Warewolf's bike, and the close approximations between the two (DR & KTM), he's got to be confident. :yes: A small amount of precipitation would only add to the ummm... fun opportunities. :wari::wari:

NordieBoy

16th July 2009, 20:48

I think we'd get through but Jenni may not talk to me for quite a while after...

JATZ

16th July 2009, 20:56

I think we'd get through but Jenni may not talk to me for quite a while after...

Ya taking the XR ?

Young fullah at work sounds keen on coming, not sure whether he'll bring his RM125 or the 250, new race bike :gob: hope we can keep up

NordieBoy

16th July 2009, 21:12

I'll ride the DR over...

Not too sure where my XR is exactly at the moment.

It's either Pig Valley or Redwoods Valley.
Maybe...

Willdat?

17th July 2009, 11:02

JATZ

17th July 2009, 17:56

I've had to retire at this stage from the ride...bike is not reliable enough to be trusted! That video doesn't make it sound as bad as it was...I think Fran's laughter is the give away :wari:

If Morleys are some how super efficient I may yet get to come along:blink:

If reliability was an issue I wouldn''t be taking the CT :laugh:, The safari will be there with a trailer if it doesn''t go to well

warewolf

17th July 2009, 21:11

Have fun chaps! :scooter:

I've gotta stay closer to home this weekend. Who's up for a jaunt to Wairoa Gorge, or Sharlands??

ZK-Awesome

17th July 2009, 21:28

Have fun chaps! :scooter:

I've gotta stay closer to home this weekend. Who's up for a jaunt to Wairoa Gorge, or Sharlands??

Well I'll have my tag up tomorrow, which will be much closer to home :niceone:

NordieBoy

17th July 2009, 21:33

I've had to retire at this stage from the ride...bike is not reliable enough to be trusted! That video doesn't make it sound as bad as it was...I think Fran's laughter is the give away :wari:

If Morleys are some how super efficient I may yet get to come along:blink:

At least there's less smoke than before. They say it filled the workshop when they first started it :D

NordieBoy

17th July 2009, 21:35

I probably won't make it over the bay. Jenni and I will probably do a sunday ride 2-up closer to home.

Woodman

18th July 2009, 08:36

prob no ride for me this weekend either:crybaby:

Underground

18th July 2009, 09:40

I'm not going too far from home either ,got an elderly care situation (and no its not me)
Happy to meet up with anyone that gets within range tho

NordieBoy

18th July 2009, 12:53

If Morleys are some how super efficient I may yet get to come along:blink:

The guys at Nelson Motorcycle Centre laughed when I mentioned where you may be riding it :D

Gary said he wouldn't attempt anything like that until some major engine work was done :Pokey:

Willdat?

18th July 2009, 15:03

The guys at Nelson Motorcycle Centre laughed when I mentioned where you may be riding it :D

Gary said he wouldn't attempt anything like that until some major engine work was done :Pokey:

Yeah, that's why it's gettting some major engine work done now (not too sure how major yet) so I don't have to miss out...I'm never going to get the money back so I'm going to have to keep the bike forever! That DR350 in Chch keeps laughing at me...:Pokey:

JATZ

18th July 2009, 15:57

That DR350 in Chch keeps laughing at me...:Pokey:

What...... this onehttp://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-228747179.htm
?

Sellers the guy mrs Jatz got her F650 off, also a member here......

Willdat?

18th July 2009, 16:19

What...... this onehttp://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-228747179.htm
?

Sellers the guy mrs Jatz got her F650 off, also a member here......

No this one http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dual-purpose/auction-228710167.htm

But that one makes me feel a bit that way too...

the 250 is 3 hours away from being diagnosed...so $200ish, then I have every part including new piston, with rings, a spare bore etc. etc. So I'm hoping I'll end up with a fun little bike road legal and 'reliable' for a wee bit under 2k all up, has a brand new MT60 on the rear now too :banana:

I'm giving the mechanic a spare stator cover so I'm hoping he'll be gentle...

ZK-Awesome

18th July 2009, 16:34

Let me know how much it costs to get it rebuilt if you go down that route, as the cost might be similar to get my GB done (currently burning quite a bit of oil) as they're both single cylinder 250s

JATZ

18th July 2009, 18:37

Let me know how much it costs to get it rebuilt if you go down that route, as the cost might be similar to get my GB done (currently burning quite a bit of oil) as they're both single cylinder 250s

It was a little over 9 hundy for the XT, re hone and new piston/rings, gasket kit, crap job too and over priced for what we got :bash:
This rebuild will be about the same, possibly a we bit more. The piston is being re-sleeved and going back to standard, complete s/hand head and new rectifier,and no mechanic fees :woohoo:
I shudder to think what the DR's gunna cost when I eventually get started

Padmei

18th July 2009, 18:40

Went for a quick ride up the Maitai to see a customer about a job, got a message half way up (in hindsight damn cellphone range) about a customer with no hot water up Brook St, so being the good samaratan tootled back towards town.

By Branford park a nice man got out of a car with flashing lites & nicely offered me an invitation to contribute to a charity fund to renovate shipping containers to relieve the burgeoning overcrowded prisons.

He was very nice bout it tho as I had no licence on me & wasn't wearing glasses (tho did inform him politely that thru a technical loophole I am legally monosighted). As he walked behind the bike I somewhat sighed with relief that I fitted the new numberplate lite & refitted the rego plate to the back.
Suddenly I slumped as I recalled that I was supposed to register & warrantee the bastard as it was around it's first birthday. :doh:

He walked back around and very graciously handed me a ticket for $120 for doing 65. As usual I thanked him then cruised home where I checked the rego & WOF. Sure enough it ran out on the 13th.

So I could have been hit for over a grand in fines but got a way with a moderately small fine. He was pleasant & I have to say hopefully pinging those little bastards that have caused the council to bollard the entire lenght of Branford Park.

Anyway I did think of charging the hot water callout to the Brook an extra $120 but I let him off with a warning.

Woodman

18th July 2009, 18:47

bad luck. it is very hard to stick to 50 k up there.

Willdat?

20th July 2009, 07:44

It was a little over 9 hundy for the XT, re hone and new piston/rings, gasket kit, crap job too and over priced for what we got :bash:
This rebuild will be about the same, possibly a we bit more. The piston is being re-sleeved and going back to standard, complete s/hand head and new rectifier,and no mechanic fees :woohoo:
I shudder to think what the DR's gunna cost when I eventually get started

That's good to know, my worst case scenario should be similar, the mechanic reckoned that my bike had been one of "the guy that charged you 9 hundy"s bikes. So probably a similarly dodgy job...

warewolf

20th July 2009, 09:28

thru a technical loophole I am legally monosightedGreen all the way!

I checked the rego & WOF. Sure enough it ran out on the 13th.Arse. I understand there is a 7-day tolerance, officially or otherwise.

I got pulled up a few years ago during a bike-stopping exercise being run on the Coromandel, with a WOF a few days overdue. The cop wasn't worried about it, just said don't leave it too much longer. I suspect they do exercise some discretion and a well-cared for newish vehicle is more likely to be allowed more tolerance. In contrast to the bike-stopping exercise, which made them all look like idiots with the complete rubbish that was coming out of their mouths. One wonders whether the front line cops appreciate being made to do such dumb things - making up bullshit offences then lying about it. Quota? What quota?

MyGSXF

20th July 2009, 20:43

Rider Training Weekend in Nelson

with Andrew & Lynne from Roadsafe, Wgtn :first:

www.roadsafe.co.nz

Sat 8th (intermediate) & Sun 9th Aug (advanced)

9 - 4.30 at the ENZA site on Nayland Rd

each course only $50 (or $25 with valid student ID / Community Services Card)

Suitable for riders of all ages & experience!!

PLUS there is a maintenance evening course on the Fri night (will find out more details & update)

Places strictly limited

Contact Krista Hobday on 03 543 8551 or email krista.hobday@tasman.govt.nz

This training is the BEST investment you can make for your motorcycling passion!!!

Good gear might save your skin & bones.. but good training might save your LIFE!!! :2thumbsup

Underground

20th July 2009, 21:25

anyone been over the Maungatapu recently? all good ? I'm headed that way in the morning .

NordieBoy

20th July 2009, 21:43

anyone been over the Maungatapu recently? all good ? I'm headed that way in the morning .

A bit muddy this side and a few branches to dodge but all sweet.

Underground

20th July 2009, 21:46

Ta for that nordie .

Willdat?

21st July 2009, 13:39

If Nelson people spot a motorbike at the 250 or smaller commuter end of the scale let me know, ZK's A100 would have been ideal, or that FXR125 that was at NMC...and it's not for me! Though at least some form of two wheeled transport would be nice.

warewolf

21st July 2009, 23:56

I know someone who may part with their little-used GN250. AFAIK it's an older jap version, not a new Thai-built job.

Willdat?

22nd July 2009, 08:28

Cheers Colin, if you can ask them what they might want for it and maybe some contact details I'll pass the info on!

warewolf

26th July 2009, 17:47

Went out to the Waimea West MX track this arvo. Greasier than a greasy thing :blink:

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C'mon girl, fess up!

(and don't claim Alex deleted the pics, either :2guns:)

JATZ

26th July 2009, 18:44

Went out to the Waimea West MX track this arvo. Greasier than a greasy thing :blink:

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C'mon girl, fess up!

(and don't claim Alex deleted the pics, either :2guns:)

:corn: :wait:

MyGSXF

26th July 2009, 19:27

Woohoo!!! Whatta awesome avo!!!! :woohoo:

A very special day for me.. one I have been looking forward to for a very long time!!! Getting out & riding with my kids!! :2thumbsup

Alex's (6) dad bought him a little bike last year, & today was the 1st time I have seen him on it!! shit he can motor!! :laugh: & Jess (13) did bloody fantastic on FLYMO's 150 mud plugger!!! :clap:

We just been sittin here goin through the vids n pics now! way cool!! :Punk:

here's a few pics of Alex on his little bike, me on ww's KTM, warewolf on (:scratch:? what was it again? :wait: ) & ww with Alex on back

Thanks HEEEEAPS to FLYMO & warewolf!!!! :wari:

CrazyFrog

26th July 2009, 19:58

Waimea West track looked like a bit of fun this avo, and by the look of the mud on WW's KTM, I'd say it was a bit mucky. Gotta take the DRZ out there for a play soon.

I opted for the gravel option on the KTM instead, including the forestry side roads out to Hori Bay again. There's some good harder tracks, firebreaks etc out there too if ya go looking up the logging roads...... nice views too.
I'd be happy to play guide to anyone keen and get out there again for more exploring.

Padmei

26th July 2009, 20:30

looks like fun was had by many. Jen I noticed you weren't looking at the horizon - I could give you a bit of tuition if you need:shake:

Alex looks very cool if somewhat apprehensive. It looked a lot of muddy fun.

Crazyfrog we should get a ride together & do Mt duppa, Hori bay ( & old whanga rd- very cool) one day as a Nelson rideout.

I'm over in Blenheim next weekend for a 50th so may take the bike over for a blast around Port Underwood.

As for me, I had a quick 30min blast around the forest before dark, just to get that dirt fix for the upcoming busy week.

Woodman

26th July 2009, 20:39

Where is this Waimea west mx track?? Is it near the applebbridge, cos i went for a skid there tonight on the way home from work and it is bloody greasy. If its not, as you were.

keen as on Hori bay ride.

JATZ

26th July 2009, 21:03

:crybaby: :crybaby:

I miss my bike .......

But I had fresh blue cod for tea :yes:

warewolf

26th July 2009, 21:17

Where is this Waimea west mx track??Waimea West Rd, opp. Challies Rd.

It was an xy200, Shineray?

Padmei

26th July 2009, 21:31

:crybaby: :crybaby:

I miss my bike .......

But I had fresh blue cod for tea :yes:

What you want your bike & have Blue cod for tea? Somepeople are hard to satisfy aren't they...

FLYMO

27th July 2009, 20:40

wait till i post the ones of jen with colins bike on its side in the mud
will get them off steve this week and stick up and then well see who needs rider training
lol

FLYMO

28th July 2009, 18:40

wait till i post the ones of jen with colins bike on its side in the mud
will get them off steve this week and stick up and then well see who needs rider training
lol

yeah well as i said heres the one of jen just getting up off her ass on colins bike
didnt ya have ya eyes on where ya were going jen??????//?:third:

Padmei

28th July 2009, 19:32

Hmm may have to check that out one (dry) day soon. Was that Jen on the tennis courts opp Woolys directing a scooter rider around some cones this avo?

MyGSXF

28th July 2009, 20:36

Jen I noticed you weren't looking at the horizon - I could give you a bit of tuition if you need:shake:

yeah well as i said heres the one of jen just getting up off her ass on colins bike
didnt ya have ya eyes on where ya were going jen??????//?:third:

PFFT! :finger: the pair of ya! :nya: I was trying to pick my line for the next puddles when the bloody thing went out from under me... & so fast!! :blink: The KTM needs a new front tyre... (& I'm sticking to that!! :shutup:)

Was that Jen on the tennis courts opp Woolys directing a scooter rider around some cones this avo?

Not I :no:

Padmei

29th July 2009, 07:40

What'd go like? I'm waiting for Hyosung to bring out a few dirtbikes. In a few years they'll be very good & exc value for money.

CrazyFrog

29th July 2009, 09:38

What'd go like? I'm waiting for Hyosung to bring out a few dirtbikes. In a few years they'll be very good & exc value for money.

Hyosung already have tried dirtbikes, RX125 and RX250. Engines are okay and that's about where it stopped. Nasty suspension, welds, soft metal everywhere, like bendy footpeg and muffler brackets, weak subframe etc.
A couple of years ago, I bought a 250 for $1000 with 250km on the clock, the last owner couldn't kick start it. Y'know, just for a laugh, a dirt hack I could trash without worrying about the cost of it. I proceeded to ride it from Ohakune to Nelson, via as many backroads as I could find.
The kickstarter case cover cracked while kicking it over, seal shat itself, but a rag in the gap stemmed the flow of oil quite well, and it always had fresh oil to preserve the life of the little gem of an engine. Got it welded up beefy and strong, the kicker worked much better. Engine was okay, not fast but power was alright, would be good for a learner anyway. The spongy suspension was the worst, the rear was just bloody awful, mind you, I'm a 95kg pork ball.
The best thing I discovered was, after a crash, the weak plastic battery holder box snapped off the frame, but it ran quite well without a battery, the headlights and indicators still worked no worries!
Incidently, I sold it for $1200, with 3000km on the clock, after spending $35 on the case weld, some better cheap handlebars, and chucked 2 used knobblies on for $20 each. Got my money back, so IMO it was worth it, for the experience more than anything. Ya can still have fun on a cheap Chinese (or Korean in this instance) shitter.

Waihou Thumper

29th July 2009, 16:15

Padmei

29th July 2009, 17:18

I'm really suprised the Hyosung was so shitty Crazyfrog. I thought they might have it sussed by now since they have been making great headway with their roadbikes.

Shednite tonite. Where about's is Richmond?

FLYMO

30th July 2009, 16:41

PFFT! :finger: the pair of ya! :nya: I was trying to pick my line for the next puddles when the bloody thing went out from under me... & so fast!! :blink: The KTM needs a new front tyre... (& I'm sticking to that!! :shutup:)

Not I :no:

hey jen looking at the pic closely theres not too many puddles in the vicinity??
lol

Woodman

30th July 2009, 17:26

Went for a hoon over the Monga today, then after a pie at Rai headed to Hori bay, but took the wrong road, but had fun anyway. Eventually found the hori bay road and got there with a few diversions of course.
there is some excellent riding up there and some fantastic views (sorry no camera) It is definitely worth investigating further, and man does the road climb fast.
We are very lucky to have so many great spots so close to town.

Also tested the new tanks radiator protection. It worked a treat where with the stock set up the radiator and the shrouds woulda got a hammering. Few garks on the tank but otherwise fine.

NordieBoy

2nd August 2009, 22:23

Went up Hira today with Shane and mates to do a bit of bush bashing/clearing work for the x-country next weekend.

The DR was a bit out of place running with a pair of XR400's, a pair of CRF250's, a XR125 and a KDX200.

I couldn't make Hurricane Hill (the firebreak to the right up Linton Hill) and a couple of others were very dodgy.

Got a bit of footage including a few of the guys trying (and failing) Mt Everest.

Started out in bright sunshine and dust and ended up in pouring rain.

An E-07 rear is not a race tyre :D

The re-furbished shock went well though.

cooneyr

3rd August 2009, 18:27

....Got a bit of footage including a few of the guys trying (and failing) Mt Everest....

Got a link? ;) Well done for even trying to keep up with the trail bikes.

Cheers R

NordieBoy

3rd August 2009, 20:07

Got a link? ;) Well done for even trying to keep up with the trail bikes.

Cheers R

Working on the footage...

NordieBoy

4th August 2009, 06:49

Finally got it under 10 mins...

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thommo77

4th August 2009, 13:35

Pure evil................

NordieBoy

4th August 2009, 16:56

The firebreak off Linton Hill is a real bugger in the wet on an ADV bike.

Sticks and stones may break my bones - and there'll be plenty out there :D

thommo77

4th August 2009, 17:40

The firebreak off Linton Hill is a real bugger in the wet on an ADV bike.

Sticks and stones may break my bones - and there'll be plenty out there :D

It's not the easiest in summer either.
I attempted it in Feb. Got about half way up, front wheel hit a decent-sized rock and I ended up careering off sideways into the gorse with the bike on top of me!

NordieBoy

4th August 2009, 19:37

The DR's gearing was all wrong for that sort of stuff.
Needed to be pinned in 1.5th gear.
47/14 terrortory.

warewolf

4th August 2009, 22:36

Use the clutch boy!! That's what it's there for :spanking:

Been up and down that hill a lot on the 640A, it's a good practice hill especially when it is a bit greasy. Needs clutching 2nd/3rd gear at times IIRC, 1st/2nd spins up too easily / revs out too much on the easier sections but doesn't need clutch unless you hit a big rock a little less than committed. Going down requires attention, too, it's very easy to get off-line or build up too much speed trying to float over nasties on an ill-chosen line.

It's a good hill to demonstrate that the 640 will not stall as long as you have the throttle open, no matter how low the revs. Thump thump thump. Just hang on, steer & pray :niceone: and beware the front violently lofting when the rear thumps on a nice grippy rock...

Geez I wish I was racing this Sunday... :drool: on either bike... :crybaby:

Woodman

4th August 2009, 22:49

Fantastic stuff

Padmei

8th August 2009, 18:23

myself & mate are going over Maunga - then to Hori Bay & have a look around Mt duppa/duffa late tomm morn if anyone wants to come. If it's as beautiful as today it should be a spectacular ride:wari:

We'll be leaving my place about 11am. We're off to HArry Potter so will check later on if anyone's keen.

JATZ

8th August 2009, 21:02

MyGSXF

8th August 2009, 21:20

How come your not gunna be here>>>http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129315320&postcount=1588

Hmmmmm

coz he's a very very naughty boy... who needs a :spanking:

junkmanjoe

8th August 2009, 21:32

id go but i got invisible training wheels on my bike. they help me out a lot
..and i cant afford the ferry.

NordieBoy

8th August 2009, 21:42

I'm going to be cruising around Hira on the XR250 tomorrow.
Should be fun :D

Padmei

8th August 2009, 23:08

coz he's a very very naughty boy... who needs a :spanking:

What is it with you & smacking arses? I bet you voted yes on the referendum

id go but i got invisible training wheels on my bike. they help me out a lot
..and i cant afford the ferry.

Jen can you please smack his arse?

I'm going to be cruising around Hira on the XR250 tomorrow.
Should be fun :D

Should be real fun!! Was tempted to take the KLR in & have a go but thought I'd give someone else a crack at the podium- wonder how many broken body parts will be carried out of there tomm.

NordieBoy

9th August 2009, 12:41

Should be real fun!! Was tempted to take the KLR in & have a go but thought I'd give someone else a crack at the podium- wonder how many broken body parts will be carried out of there tomm.

45k laps for the seniors and they think it'll be 50min laps.
I'm sitting waiting for the first bikes to go past up the top of a hill about 35 min in.
good cellphone reception here :D
Can finally hear some bikes. may be a while 'till I see them though...

Padmei

9th August 2009, 17:29

Saw heaps of bikes going into the maitai. Looked like a big event. Shit I bet it was as slippery as two eels having a root in a bucket of snot. We went over the Maunga & everything not in the sun was dripping wet. I'd hate to think what some of those clay hills were like.

Cruised along the Hori Bay road & have to say it will be the fav afterwork ride for the summer. Excellent piece of gravel with little or no traffic:yes: lots of forestry roads & tracks to explore:wari: & a cool lil bay at the end:sunny: Only thing missing is a coffee waiting for ya at the end of the road.

Headed up Mt duffa for a quick look.

NordieBoy

9th August 2009, 18:01

Saw heaps of bikes going into the maitai. Looked like a big event. Shit I bet it was as slippery as two eels having a root in a bucket of snot.

The corner on the Maitai Road beside the first concrete ford (just after that new house that'll never see the sun) was a bit icey.

It's the first time I've ever held a 45 degree back wheel out slide for 20m...

Nearly crapped myself.

Had time to get the thermos out and have a cuppa before it finished sliding...

Padmei

9th August 2009, 18:07

The corner on the Maitai Road beside the first concrete ford (just after that new house that'll never see the sun) was a bit icey.

It's the first time I've ever held a 45 degree back wheel out slide for 20m...

Nearly crapped myself.

Had time to get the thermos out and have a cuppa before it finished sliding...

We took the kids for a walk along there this morning & looked up at that house & just shook our heads... we saw a DR sliding around that corner... anyway we walked for another halfanhour turned back & by that time the DR was just getting traction again

JATZ

9th August 2009, 18:18

We took the kids for a walk along there this morning & looked up at that house & just shook our heads... we saw a DR sliding around that corner... anyway we walked for another halfanhour turned back & by that time the DR was just getting traction again

The corner on the Maitai Road beside the first concrete ford (just after that new house that'll never see the sun) was a bit icey.

It's the first time I've ever held a 45 degree back wheel out slide for 20m...

Nearly crapped myself.

Had time to get the thermos out and have a cuppa before it finished sliding...

Ya should've been at the rider training. Bowls of lollies to snack on, nice lunch, a certificate, a really cool pen to keep,

and I learnt a bit of stuff too about riding and stuff

Padmei

9th August 2009, 19:12

Mate that certificate will look excellent next to your one for 3rd place in the under 9yrs discus.

Woodman

9th August 2009, 20:18

Went for a hoon over the Porika Braeburn and Maruia and back today. beautiful riding conditions, although a bit icy in places. just took me time really but decided on a whim to go to the top of the Porika via the pole track which was bloody slippery and icy. My first attempt was aborted because of no traction so I went down to see if there was another way, unfortunately the puddle at the bottom was a lot deeper and gluggier than it looked. spent about an hour pulling the klr out of the mud and then pushing it out of the swampy sticky crap to somefirm ground. Eventually got up the hill by "tacking" my way up across the ruts and icy grassy bits. Ok I just went full noise and bounced uncontrollably from rut to rut until I somehow ended up at the top.

The rest of the ride went good and the Maruia saddle was as brilliant as ever, thats gotta be one of the best roads there is for a good fang.
Some pics

http://i709.photobucket.com/albums/ww97/innathyzit/DSC00534.jpg http://i709.photobucket.com/albums/ww97/innathyzit/DSC00531.jpg http://i709.photobucket.com/albums/ww97/innathyzit/DSC00530.jpg

JATZ

9th August 2009, 20:37

Mate that certificate will look excellent next to your one for 3rd place in the under 9yrs discus.

That was a great moment in sporting history I'll have you know :shutup:

Went for a hoon over the Porika Braeburn and Maruia and back today. beautiful riding conditions, although a bit icy in places. just took me time really but decided on a whim to go to the top of the Porika via the pole track which was bloody slippery and icy. My first attempt was aborted because of no traction so I went down to see if there was another way, unfortunately the puddle at the bottom was a lot deeper and gluggier than it looked. spent about an hour pulling the klr out of the mud and then pushing it out of the swampy sticky crap to somefirm ground. Eventually got up the hill by "tacking" my way up across the ruts and icy grassy bits. Ok I just went full noise and bounced uncontrollably from rut to rut until I somehow ended up at the top.

The rest of the ride went good and the Maruia saddle was as brilliant as ever, thats gotta be one of the best roads there is for a good fang.
Some pics

:crybaby: I want my DR going again :crybaby:

Padmei

10th August 2009, 07:46

Woodman you're a sucker for punishment. :doh:

Make the pics bigger next time

Woodman

10th August 2009, 08:20

Woodman you're a sucker for punishment. :doh:

Make the pics bigger next time

Thats as big as i can make them, and I don't wanna upset Big Brother.

warewolf

10th August 2009, 09:10

You can make them twice as big as that.

Padmei

10th August 2009, 19:36

Nordie are you off that mountainside yet? Show us a few pics of the cross country.

Willdat?

12th August 2009, 10:16

In protest of high registration costs I bought a new bike last night...and I'm putting my DR250 on hold, until summer I reckon at the moment...

zeRax

12th August 2009, 17:43

what did u buy @!!

Willdat?

13th August 2009, 07:31

No not an @...that would defeat the purpose of my too cheap to pay $320/year for a bike the shop has had for a month, and still has protest.

50cc of 2008 Shanyang SY50 goodness, looks like a CG125 - but with a Honda C50 motor...

I'm tempted to do the worlds slowest cafe racer - that or knobblies and have the worlds slowest/least capable dual purpose bike (it would need a monster sprocket on the rear...)

Padmei

13th August 2009, 20:32

Man & I thought woodman was cool - you're my new idol:love:

Willdat?

14th August 2009, 14:02

Man & I thought woodman was cool - you're my new idol:love:

I know I know...http://www.sella.co.nz/motoring/motorcycles-scooters/road-cruisers/4lk7hb/ here's an image of an identical bike to give you the idea...

Woodman

14th August 2009, 17:58

Man & I thought woodman was cool - you're my new idol:love:

:crybaby::crybaby::crybaby::crybaby::crybaby::cryb aby:

bart

14th August 2009, 18:04

I know I know...http://www.sella.co.nz/motoring/motorcycles-scooters/road-cruisers/4lk7hb/ here's an image of an identical bike to give you the idea...

Man, that is so shit, it is cool.

I want one. :rockon:

Paint it black and put tassles on the end of the bars.

Padmei

14th August 2009, 21:12

Is that real chrome? mate bikes these days come with everything now don't they...

NordieBoy

14th August 2009, 21:28

Nordie are you off that mountainside yet? Show us a few pics of the cross country.

Some vids over HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129353730&postcount=6).

Woodman

14th August 2009, 22:36

Some vids over HERE (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?p=1129353730&postcount=6).

What??? No KLRs :bash:

Padmei

14th August 2009, 22:45

Cool vids Fran. Do you reckon the big bikes would have got around the course? With a bit of lifting & swearing I mean

Woodman

14th August 2009, 23:05

Cool vids Fran. Do you reckon the big bikes would have got around the course? With a bit of lifting & swearing I mean

It would be good to have a hoon around whilst the tracks are fresh aye.

Padmei

14th August 2009, 23:07

Yeah I would have thought it'd be really shitty there but it looked really dry. Maybe next weekend?

Woodman

14th August 2009, 23:17

Yeah I would have thought it'd be really shitty there but it looked really dry. Maybe next weekend?

Ima starter.......

NordieBoy

15th August 2009, 09:49

Cool vids Fran. Do you reckon the big bikes would have got around the course? With a bit of lifting & swearing I mean

I got around when we laid the track out. There's one downhill off Sheep Rd that'd be dodgy in the wet and another bit that'd be lethal but take your time and no problem.
They're pulling the course markers in this weekend and next weekend I'll be down the coast but sometime I really need to show youse guys the whole senior 45km lap :D

Willdat?

15th August 2009, 16:56

Is that real chrome? mate bikes these days come with everything now don't they...

I'm suspicious it may only be chrome paint...will tell for sure on Monday when it gets delivered :second:

Woodman

16th August 2009, 19:51

Went to the top of the monga today, was a bit muddy, and got stuck in that big hole in the middle of the road.

Then went up the central road area and followed the x country track. Shit was it slippery or what after yesterdays rain. There are some good slippery hills to go up and down, and it would be good to see if we can get right round the track soon.
Great fun.

Padmei

16th August 2009, 20:27

Last weekend there was a car stuck right in the muddiest part of the muddy bit on the maunga. Saw in the paper some little shits got picked up by the cops for pinching it.

I also went for a cruise around central, Bobs fern etc today about 230pm but strictly told myself no firebreaks etc due to rooted back tyre,slippery trails & habit of getting into trouble late on Sunday avos. Couldn't help but do a few tracks but concentrated on keeping a bit of pace up around corners in the gravel to try & improve the old riding skills.

I love riding in there. It has nearly everything you need & only 7mins from the back door. Oh yeah I love my bike too:niceone:

Willdat?

17th August 2009, 15:23

I'm suspicious it may only be chrome paint...will tell for sure on Monday when it gets delivered :second:

Top speed so far indicated 105km/h...needs to be GPS verified, 18" wheels, must be good for a dual purpose toy :P

Padmei

20th August 2009, 20:39

Hi
Anyone got a old headlite with surround to bodgie something up

thsnks

warewolf

20th August 2009, 21:10

Anyone got a old headlite with surround to bodgie something upOn loan or permanently? The headlight for the 2T is available for loan. The headlight surround is held on to the forks by straps like most dirt bikes, and it uses an H4 globe... normal 3-pin plug connector.

MyGSXF

20th August 2009, 21:20

Anyone got a old headlite with surround to bodgie something up

Tis your eye sight failing in your old age.....??? :dodge:

Padmei

21st August 2009, 07:50

On loan or permanently? The headlight for the 2T is available for loan. The headlight surround is held on to the forks by straps like most dirt bikes, and it uses an H4 globe... normal 3-pin plug connector.
Thanks WW but looking at a permanent purchase - I was hoping someone has a old crappy thing in their parts bin. I am looking on tme as well.

Tis your eye sight failing in your old age.....??? :dodge: Old age - Hmmph:oi-grr:

(how did you know I was going to the optometrists today????)

NordieBoy

21st August 2009, 09:54

Thanks WW but looking at a permanent purchase - I was hoping someone has a old crappy thing in their parts bin. I am looking on tme as well.

I've got one/some but not useful if you want more than 35w of dazzling brightness...

Padmei

21st August 2009, 20:09

Cheers Nordie. I will maybe cach up with ya in the weekend.

I'm thinking of making a quick change setup to keep gonzo roadleagal while I take off it's nosecone for blatting around the forest. jason mentioned you used to be able to get a unit with headlite & indis attached that just strapped to the forks so may look at getting one if they're still around & not expensive. otherwise I'll get into the lab.

Padmei

23rd August 2009, 08:48

Went out for a very cool blat to Hori bay again it was magnificent. When Daylite savings comes we should have an evening rideout there. I went for an explore thru the dozer tracks & seems to go for a good distance.

I'm loving these sunny days, well apart from today that is

JATZ

23rd August 2009, 20:13

:wavey: I'm baaaaack

snodpete

23rd August 2009, 20:59

A report from the West -

The weather forecast was crap - multiple fronts on the way, limpid dark sky and Jim on TV promising the worst. I don't know if it happens in the rest of NZ, our forecasts are often wildly out and the Coast's reputation means people always believe the worst, even I sometimes get sucked in. This morning it was a pleasant surprise to find just light grey skies, and that I'd moaned just enough about the forecast and my probable ruined day that Ruth encouraged me to go and ride.

I was ready in minutes, heading up the Buller Gorge on dry roads to my first stop at Maruia Falls. From there it was a bit over 20k to the Maruia Saddle Road turnoff.

Plodded through the Saddle track with a few photo stops and had a great blast down the Matakitaki Valley where even a little sun broke through thin cloud. A quick coffee then back via seal and campervans (oddly rare in the gorge today), safely home before the rain finally arrived about 1pm.

A good shakedown trial for my new 60CSX GPS (loaded with CooneyR's track file) and general blow out of cobwebs! We sure live among some great riding country. By the way, a Q for the locals: What's the Glenhope - Tadmoor road like? I've been intrigued by that 'Dry Weather Road only' sign for years - is it fun on a bike? Some pix for ya:

Woodman

23rd August 2009, 21:08

A report from the West -
By the way, a Q for the locals: What's the Glenhope - Tadmoor road like? I've been intrigued by that 'Dry Weather Road only' sign for years - is it fun on a bike? Some pix for ya:

The dryweather road is generally easy and is just a windy gravel road that is good fun. It can get a bit muddy and a little rutty after a bit of rain. Mind you i went through last winter when the snow was real bad and it was the most scared i have ever been on a motorbike. couldn't even stand up on the road without slipping over. Oddly never actually fell off that day. If you ever ride to Nelson go through the dry weather road then sunday creek and the dovedale hill into wakefield. Way better than all the seal.

Underground

23rd August 2009, 21:10

Well if you're traveling to or from the west coast it is just part of the route which includes Dovedail ,Sunday Creek ,Dry weather road (dont forget the forestry loop) Porika ,Braeburn, Maruia , Westbank ,etc etc.
Just good gravel roads actually.

snodpete

23rd August 2009, 21:21

Cheers for that info Woodman and Underground - it's off to Google maps I go. The next trip to Nelson will be an Adventure!

Underground

23rd August 2009, 21:42

Cheers for that info Woodman and Underground - it's off to Google maps I go. The next trip to Nelson will be an Adventure!

I forgot to mention that from my place I have to do the
French Pass road and the Maungatapu (makes a nice day out)
mmm... when's the Greymouth street races ?
Thats just made me feel like a ride to 'the coast'

snodpete

23rd August 2009, 21:53

...
mmm... when's the Greymouth street races ?
Thats just made me feel like a ride to 'the coast'

Labour Weekend - Sun 25th October. More info than you'll ever need here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=104743&highlight=greymouth+street+races)

Bed available here if you ever need one - so you can ride the Lower Buller (or the Mackley...:( ) and the Coast Road to Grey.

Padmei

24th August 2009, 07:40

Great pics snodpete. That Matukituki rd is one of the best in NZ. Good to see the strom still looking pretty.

I've also got a 60csx & they're a great machine - especially in forests wandering around exploring dead end roads

Padmei

24th August 2009, 07:45

:wavey: I'm baaaaack

RR?

ftcr

JATZ

24th August 2009, 17:36

RR?

ftcr

:scooter:http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=103520&page=6:scooter:

NordieBoy

26th August 2009, 18:05

Went via Sunday Creek and the Dove Hill back to Nelson yesterday in all the rain/wind/fog. Nice ride and once I'd removed the mirrors I got under the tree blocking Sunday Creek.

NordieBoy

28th August 2009, 19:49

Tested out the stock DR seat.

How can people ride with them?

I've got my pegs lowered and my knees are still around my ears...

Easier to move around on the bike though and it only weighs 1/3rd of my modded Corbin.

Only got as far as Padmei's bog and there was an obstacle there...

NordieBoy

28th August 2009, 20:07

I'm going to head up Sharlands and see how far I can get around the senior x-country loop.

I'm going to be riding a worn rear and good front E-07.
Should be ably to do most of it no problems.

Any takers?

topo

28th August 2009, 20:41

I'm in what time do you want to meet?

NordieBoy

28th August 2009, 21:09

10am at the Sharlands carpark?

Padmei

28th August 2009, 21:22

If you want to wait till the avo I can go out then - otherwise it's cool I don't want to get to rooted pushing the bike up or down muddy tracks... My rear's rooted...

topo

28th August 2009, 21:34

any time's good for me. see you at 10 unless a change is posted before 9am tomorrow.

NordieBoy

28th August 2009, 21:39

Arvo is fine.
12:30pm?

Padmei

29th August 2009, 07:50

You guys can carry on at your original time. I have a few things to do with the kids & finish enduroising Gonzo. I will go out for a blat later on.

Have a good one :headbang:

NordieBoy

29th August 2009, 08:21

10:00am at Sharlands carpark...

Go on Padmei admit you've forgotten where Sharlands is :D

topo

29th August 2009, 08:33

:niceone:

StupidFuknTenCharRule

NordieBoy

29th August 2009, 17:25

Man that was a ride :D

I'm absobluddylutly knackered.

topo

29th August 2009, 17:33

Dammn straight!

Got some ok cammera footage, i'll post over in ADV shortly. Might have to take katie up there along some of the easier tracks tomorrow if it's not raining.

Cheers for the tour Nordie

NordieBoy

29th August 2009, 19:50

Pushing Topo up that one big loose hill and then having to walk the rest of the way just about killed me.

NordieBoy

29th August 2009, 20:11

Next time any of you go through there, go down Scout Road.
But go slowly :D

topo

29th August 2009, 20:29

Pushing Topo up that one big loose hill and then having to walk the rest of the way just about killed me.

You forgot to mention that the 640 was already at the top and i was on a purple-ish tractor who someone carelessly left halfway up - my good deed for the day.

Having issues uploading the vids, as 35mb seems too big for my photobucket account at the moment, will post when i get it sorted.

NordieBoy

29th August 2009, 20:43

You forgot to mention that the 640 was already at the top and i was on a purple-ish tractor who someone carelessly left halfway up - my good deed for the day.

Chose not to mention. Not forgot :D

JATZ

30th August 2009, 16:30

Well while I was going to get the new tag today I got a bit carried away :Punk:

Started here
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8024.jpg

Then went here
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8025-1.jpg

Then through Sunday creek to here
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8026.jpg

tunes were good on the mp3 so I went here, started to rain as I got there too
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8027.jpg

Nice little ride in there
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8029.jpg

Then through here on the way to get the tag pic
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8030.jpg

Stoped here for a durry
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8035.jpg

Then on to here, heading for a hot chockie in Wakefield, getting weterer and weterer
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8037.jpg

Then home via here, after leaving a puddle on the floor in the cafe
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/DSCF8038-1.jpg

Didn't want to stop but I was getting reeealy wet by now.The boys bike is really fun to ride with enthusiasm, just a shame it's the wrong colour.
Damn I want my DR going again

Underground

30th August 2009, 18:14

Good work Jatz .
I spent sat arvo doing some of this (even made a jump)

http://i627.photobucket.com/albums/tt354/Undergroundbikepics/SV400250.jpg

So that I could do some of this.

http://i627.photobucket.com/albums/tt354/Undergroundbikepics/SV400274.jpg
http://i627.photobucket.com/albums/tt354/Undergroundbikepics/SV400278.jpg

Now I've got a curcuit I can ride the @ around :Punk: Not today tho , its pissing down

CrazyFrog

30th August 2009, 18:30

Legend!
That's a handy piece of kit in your arsenal there Underground, if ya don't have a enduro track handy, grade your own. Bulldozers kick arse!
I'll be out on my next days off to give it the once over....or twice over.:Punk:

NordieBoy

31st August 2009, 08:30

I'm very sore today still...

A bit of good old ATC2K footage out the back until my leg knocked the mount upside down and I had to put it away.
The end clips were with the Panasonic SDR SW-20 which I quite like at the moment.

You can tell when I'm in 3rd gear alright :D

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Note to self...
Carry more momentum. Use the 1.5L water bladder...

Waihou Thumper

31st August 2009, 09:49

That looks really steep because it is on the back of the bike or is it steep?
:laugh: Nice riding....Man, I gotta get down there...

NordieBoy

31st August 2009, 11:15

That looks really steep because it is on the back of the bike or is it steep?
:laugh: Nice riding....Man, I gotta get down there...

That first hill is Hurricane Hill.
Put a guy in Burwood a few weeks ago when he didn't slow down at the top and turn sharp right and I think he got kicked off by the lip and went down the other side.

Waihou Thumper

31st August 2009, 11:43

That first hill is Hurricane Hill.
Put a guy in Burwood a few weeks ago when he didn't slow down at the top and turn sharp right and I think he got kicked off by the lip and went down the other side.

Yes, that can happen on hills for sure. Concentrate on getting to the top, build revs, second, third and whoah! there is the crown and a sharp turn...
Guess the recon is paramount or listen to the locals...:laugh:

NordieBoy

31st August 2009, 11:52

Yes, that can happen on hills for sure. Concentrate on getting to the top, build revs, second, third and whoah! there is the crown and a sharp turn...
Guess the recon is paramount or listen to the locals...:laugh:

Crown, sharp graded jump type meter high lip and turn hard right.

He is a local :D

Waihou Thumper

31st August 2009, 11:52

Complacency then my friend, is the enemy...lol :) or speed...hehe

marks

1st September 2009, 08:42

On Friday (provided my notoriously unreliable friend doesn't bail) I'm coming down to Waikfield on the back of a Scrambler to pick up said friends new to him Norton Commando Adventure bike (yes really - it has a 21" front wheel, bash plate, high pipes etc).

Apparently we are spending Friday night in Nelson and Saturday night near Takaka catching probably a 6 ish ferry home on Sunday.

Can anyone suggest a decent days riding for these sorts of bikes on the Saturday? Of course anyone is welcome to join in for a days riding on Saturday and or Sunday (maybe including Cobb Reservoir?).

Provided the Norton keeps running and is not too much of a pig we'll prolly do the Maungatapu on the way back to Picton so we might need some pushers.....

cheers

Mark

CrazyFrog

1st September 2009, 10:01

On Friday (provided my notoriously unreliable friend doesn't bail) I'm coming down to Waikfield on the back of a Scrambler...

Can anyone suggest a decent days riding for these sorts of bikes on the Saturday? Of course anyone is welcome to join in for a days riding on Saturday and or Sunday (maybe including Cobb Reservoir?).

Provided the Norton keeps running and is not too much of a pig we'll prolly do the Maungatapu on the way back to Picton so we might need some pushers.....

cheers
Mark

Nope, no good riding around here. What gave you that idea?;)

Well, not for me, my days off are Thurs/ Fri, dammit. I might sneak out to French Pass to see Underground.
I'm sure Nordie, Woody or Padmei will happily play follow the leader.

Be warned, the Mangatpu hole has got big and very gooey, the Trumpet might get stuck. See Nordie's pics from the other day.

Woodman

1st September 2009, 13:25

Underground

1st September 2009, 13:36

;)

Well, not for me, my days off are Thurs/ Fri, dammit. I might sneak out to French Pass to see Underground.

Fortunately those days coincide with my days off ,let me know and I'll pop out to meet you (hope its not wet)
Staying close to home at the moment so I wont be able to get out to ride with you Marks

klxmerida

1st September 2009, 14:10

NordieBoy

1st September 2009, 14:41

I went over Mungatapu with a guy on a 1950 Matchless G80 and he got it up there, you'll be fine.

Murray ?

marks

1st September 2009, 17:11

saturday am not available, but if you put up some accurate time for Sunday maungatap bash I could sneak over with yous at this stage.
Also want to see this commando adv bike?, or is it just an ordinary bike and you are going to ride with no undies.

catching 6 oclock ferry back so working backwards means starting the Maunatap about 1ish?

adv riding a Norton could cause me to use all my undies and have to ride 'commando' style.

Maybe a quick coffee/lunch in Nelson before that?

junkmanjoe

1st September 2009, 17:17

Underground...

i wana come down and ride your new road...and play with your dozer....please...

Padmei

1st September 2009, 17:30

marks

1st September 2009, 17:37

May be able to meet up with yas. Will see later on in the week. How old is said commando & are you riding the scrambler back? Cobb would be a great ride in.

Not sure what else over there would be suitable for the Norton - not sure what it's capabilties are. It's been pissing down here lately so anything not open & North facing is pretty sloppy.

apparently the Norton (early 70's) has done the Capital Coast Adv (so has the Scrambler - 2 up). I think it has knobblies and the scrambler has E09/TKC combo but most probably sensible to stick with the milder end of things....

I think I'm riding the Norton but don't really know/mind. The scrambler is one sweet bike on open smooth gravel.

XF650

1st September 2009, 17:46

Someone better get vid or at least pics of this, & I don't mean of Marks arse.

Woodman

1st September 2009, 18:11

Someone better get vid or at least pics of this, & I don't mean of Marks arse.

I was thinking seriously of hiding in the bushes near padmeis bog with a camera, but then remembered that marks is more likely to do something camera worthy if he knows one is there.:shit:

Should be able to make it , but am in Auckland(oooo) till friday so things could change. (as they do)

NordieBoy

1st September 2009, 18:33

I was thinking seriously of hiding in the bushes near padmeis bog with a camera, but then remembered that marks is more likely to do something camera worthy if he knows one is there.:shit:

Should be able to make it , but am in Auckland(oooo) till friday so things could change. (as they do)

There's a good chance a camera (or 2) will be there...

JATZ

1st September 2009, 18:42

I'll see if the boy will "lend" me his klr for saturday :Punk:.........

if not I have cable ties and duct tape :shutup:, could hang im from the rafters in the shed, but I wouldn't dream of smacking him :innocent:

NordieBoy

1st September 2009, 19:03

Padmei

1st September 2009, 20:55

So I've got a rock & a bog on the Maunga - Wow I own that track:woohoo:

Looks like Sat may be a goer. Bring the KLR Jatz - I wouldn't mind a go on it to see if one would be good for Mrs Padmei.

Apart from the Cobb & East Takaka rd I don't really know any other places over there apart from the road to the cafe @ Farewell spit. Marks you got any ideas of where you want to go to?

JATZ

1st September 2009, 21:26

Looks like Sat may be a goer. Bring the KLR Jatz - I wouldn't mind a go on it to see if one would be good for Mrs Padmei.

Can she kick start a bike ?

Looks like it's the klr then :woohoo:, fathers days good for something, but I better be nice to him for the rest of the week just to make sure

There's always Birds clearing, or Barons flat if we're heading for the Cobb

CrazyFrog

1st September 2009, 21:31

Ummm, try Harwoods Hole, Mt Arthur, Dovedale hill, Sunday Creek, Sherry River Rd, Whangapeka flats..... ya don't have to go too far for some good gravel.
Cobb dam would be ok if you're over Takaka way, otherwise I wouldn't bother. Too far from Nelson (wow, a whole 100km) when there's better stuff closer to home.

NordieBoy

1st September 2009, 22:04

NordieBoy

1st September 2009, 22:05

So I've got a rock & a bog on the Maunga - Wow I own that track:woohoo:

Jantar's rock is no more since the track got graded but Helen's rock is still there...

JATZ

1st September 2009, 22:25

Ummm, try Harwoods Hole, Mt Arthur, Dovedale hill,...did it last sunday... Sunday Creek...same...last sunday, Sherry River Rd...and again....., Whangapeka flats...yawn..... ya don't have to go too far for some good gravel.
Cobb dam....last year sometime...... would be ok if you're over Takaka way, otherwise I wouldn't bother. Too far from Nelson (wow, a whole 100km) when there's better stuff closer to home.

sftcr.....

marks

1st September 2009, 22:25

Apart from the Cobb & East Takaka rd I don't really know any other places over there apart from the road to the cafe @ Farewell spit. Marks you got any ideas of where you want to go to?

apparently ferry bookings have been made so its looking like its a happening thing.

I'm guessing we'd be ready to leave Nelson 10ish on Sat morning and it appears we are staying at the Nook Guesthouse at Pohara Beach on Sat night so we are happy to follow yous guys around all day as long as we end the day at Pohara Beach.

Cobb could be done on Sun morning en route to the Maungatapu on Sunday I spose?

Jatz - I don't think we should ride over the takaka hill together - it might not promote safe riding practices :blink:

And Nordieboy - settle down - no route planning to maximise photo opportunities :no:

CrazyFrog

2nd September 2009, 07:22

sftcr.....

You're just showing off Jatz:yes:

NordieBoy

2nd September 2009, 08:35

sftcr.....

How about the "other" side of the Cobb?

NordieBoy

2nd September 2009, 08:36

And Nordieboy - settle down - no route planning to maximise photo opportunities :no:

Motion detector, camera, small tripod, bungy cord...

I don't even need to be there :D

marks

2nd September 2009, 10:42

How about the "other" side of the Cobb?

sounds interesting - please explain????

NordieBoy

2nd September 2009, 16:18

sounds interesting - please explain????

No.

:innocent:

I've never been there but we've been meaning to go since we went up the Cobb on the 7th Sep last year...

Holy shit! It's a year since we went up there! :shit:

marks

2nd September 2009, 17:28

No.

sounds really good

lets do it :woohoo:

JATZ

2nd September 2009, 20:39

You're just showing off Jatz:yes:

:innocent: :shutup:

How about the "other" side of the Cobb?

Up the 4wd track to lake Sylvester ? Noooooo that would just be wrong :whocares:

Jatz - I don't think we should ride over the takaka hill together - it might not promote safe riding practices :blink:

O.K......I'll go first then :scooter: :woohoo:

NordieBoy

2nd September 2009, 20:55

:innocent: :shutup:

Up the 4wd track to lake Sylvester ? Noooooo that would just be wrong :whocares:

O.K......I'll go first then :scooter: :woohoo:

Tablelands? Dunno what it's called...

The side we were looking over at from up the Cobb.

Padmei

2nd September 2009, 21:08

Dunno about taking a moto up there... It's dodgy I think on a MTB

klxmerida

2nd September 2009, 21:08

Murray ?

Yup. I couldn't hear my own bike over his on the way up. :gob:

marks

3rd September 2009, 08:18

so would some kind person suggest a meeting place near/in Nelson for Sat morning (9-10?)? - preferably that serves good coffee

is the Cobb (and beyond?) enough?

we are happy to be (mis)led by the local experts :yes:

NordieBoy

3rd September 2009, 17:50

Tablelands? Dunno what it's called...

The side we were looking over at from up the Cobb.

Barren Flats?

Maybe?

JATZ

3rd September 2009, 18:49

Barren Flats?

Maybe?

The table lands are on the left and a long way away when your up at the lookout above the lake, Lake Sylvester and Diamond lakes are on your right, Barons flat is on your left when going through the gorge towards the power house on the way in, access was through a couple of paddocks full of bulls :gob: last time I was there.
Coffee, Marks, I have no idea, I'll catch up at the Riwaka pub on your way through

Padmei

3rd September 2009, 20:12

What about the new cafe Zuma on the corner of Vanguard & Rutherford st. The ulysses guys look like they take it over about 10.30 but aside from that it is central with great parking.

Who's coming? Myself from town & Jatz (at Riwaka)

Marks will you have the Norton by then or are we picking it up on the way?

BTW there seems to be a heavy police presence on the roads today esp highways with lots of drivers being pulled up. Apart from the mufti silver Mitsi there is a new red holden or ford ute with lites in it so don't speed unless you want to have the wallet lightened.

MyGSXF

3rd September 2009, 21:02

anyone have a spare bike..... :whistle:

warewolf

3rd September 2009, 21:12

Ulysses had to move to Zumo after Saltwater (on the waterfront) closed down. They have a standing meeting Sat am every week.

<table><tbody><tr><td>http://static.stuff.co.nz/1251767632/697/2822697.jpg</td><td> Watch where you park, at Zumo early this week:

Shame that picture is cropped; the printed version showed a fireman's boots sticking out of the silver car's window.

Was a big hit, 4 cars damaged.
</td></tr></tbody></table>
My suggestion would be Oasis, beside the river at Millers Acre (the i-Site complex cnr Trafalgar & Halifax St, DB1k start/finish). It's a bit ma-and-pa but is quite nice to sit outside by the river in the sun, food/coffee/service great, prices reasonable. Again plenty of parking including designated m/c parks.

Let us know the time & venue, I'll try to get there.

There was a light blue-ish mufti cop commodore parked in town yestdy. The usual give-away: cop-worthy steel wheels.

marks

3rd September 2009, 21:13

we pick the Norton up on Friday afternoon

shall we aim to meet at Zuma/Oasis at 9ish with a view to leaving Nelson by 9.30ish?

I prolly won't have net access tomorrow so txt me on 0274499115 to let me know which one to be at

James - see you at Riwaka - presumably you guys can figure out when we would get there???

look forward to catching up on Saturday.:eek:

warewolf

3rd September 2009, 21:14

anyone have a spare bike..... :whistle:I got two spare bikes.

What I need is a going bike!! :bleh:

NordieBoy

3rd September 2009, 21:23

JATZ

3rd September 2009, 21:33

Where's a latte emoticon when you need one :(

:apint: this is about as close as it gets :bleh:

JATZ

3rd September 2009, 21:35

anyone have a spare bike..... :whistle:

I have an avanti ? 14 of the 21 gears work I think and it may need some air in the tyres :msn-wink:

Padmei

4th September 2009, 18:08

OK easiest place to meet is prob the OAsis Millers Acre by the visitors centre. See whoevers coming around 9am. I will text Marks to let him know.

marks

4th September 2009, 19:44

sorry to dick you guys around but we ended up staying near Mapua.

Can we meet at the Smokehouse cafe in Mapua tomorrow morning at 9.30am?

If there is a frost tomorrow I assume there is no point heading over the Takaka hill anytime before 10??

I'll check back later

BTW the norton is a bit of a shitter but seems to go okay(ish) - front brake looks like its a drum off a honda ct90......

Padmei

4th September 2009, 19:50

See you there.

JATZ

4th September 2009, 20:06

Can we meet at the Smokehouse cafe in Mapua tomorrow morning at 9.30am?

If there is a frost tomorrow I assume there is no point heading over the Takaka hill anytime before 10??

just to continue with the dicking around theme.........

Naked bun in Mapua does a pretty good coffee, Shit I may even come out there to meet you......