Hornet Swarm Night City

[GSXR Trace]

Dear Trace, since you have been away for so long - you haven't heard of Wanpo's labour of love in translating a japanese animation about motorbikes ...

and to give you a taste of what it is ... check this real life version of it!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJap8whgZtY

Well where the hell is the translated version so i can understand what the hell is being said?!

[gijoe1313]

Ask Wanpo for a copy ... it's an avi and only around 500mb ...

[GSXR Trace]

Ask Wanpo for a copy ... it's an avi and only around 500mb ...

and an avi would be? remember I'm normal, not a computer/technology geek...

[TOTO]

:killingme





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[wanpo]

Cool, glad you liked it. Did you pick up on many spelling/grammar mistakes?

Trace: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZeLuXkfqm8 that's the opening (the non-translated one) an avi is a video file.

When GW's finished watching it, I'll see how many grammar corrections he's made and do an encoding to integrate the subs into the video (I'm thinking classic yellow block font) Then I'll make a throwaway youtube account and post it up. (and chuck the whole file up on mediafire or something)

Oh yeah, ride report.

Showed up at the library and was flabbergasted to see Trace waiting there. Turns out she was half asleep and sleep-rode her way in. After a short wait nzmikey turns up with Charlotte (who is now fixed). We realise no one else will be joining us, so we decide to get right into it, skipping a dinner stop and heading north. Off the Northern at Greville, we headed down towards Paremoremo, stuck behind a cager most of the way. Up through the twisties and on to Peak Road/Old North. The upgraded +50 high beam was doing its job, but still points at the ground in the tight left handers.
Stopped at Kaukap for a yarn and Mikey's Smoko, the tavern keeper wondering if we were actually going in, or remain at the enterance scaring patrons away. We chose the latter.
Then cut across dairy flats (heading down and back my new favourite road, which I don't think I could have ridden much worse) down albany highway, splitting up by the shell. Trace almost looked ready to fall asleep on her bike, so we skipped evening pleasantries and headed home.

[gijoe1313]

:facepalm: Geez Trace, hope what Wanpo wasn't as bad as he said! Sleepy riding? :gob: Good to hear some people managed to get some riding in! :yes:

Hope next week will be business as usual (but it seems eating always gets in the way first! :blink:)

[GSXR Trace]

Cool, glad you liked it. Did you pick up on many spelling/grammar mistakes?

Trace: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZeLuXkfqm8 that's the opening (the non-translated one) an avi is a video file.

When GW's finished watching it, I'll see how many grammar corrections he's made and do an encoding to integrate the subs into the video (I'm thinking classic yellow block font) Then I'll make a throwaway youtube account and post it up. (and chuck the whole file up on mediafire or something)

Oh yeah, ride report.

Showed up at the library and was flabbergasted to see Trace waiting there. Turns out she was half asleep and sleep-rode her way in. After a short wait nzmikey turns up with Charlotte (who is now fixed). We realise no one else will be joining us, so we decide to get right into it, skipping a dinner stop and heading north. Off the Northern at Greville, we headed down towards Paremoremo, stuck behind a cager most of the way. Up through the twisties and on to Peak Road/Old North. The upgraded +50 high beam was doing its job, but still points at the ground in the tight left handers.
Stopped at Kaukap for a yarn and Mikey's Smoko, the tavern keeper wondering if we were actually going in, or remain at the enterance scaring patrons away. We chose the latter.
Then cut across dairy flats (heading down and back my new favourite road, which I don't think I could have ridden much worse) down albany highway, splitting up by the shell. Trace almost looked ready to fall asleep on her bike, so we skipped evening pleasantries and headed home.

Hahahaha I wasn't that bad... was just happy to be riding! and I didn't hold you up any, i was just cruising behind ya, so hope you know by now not to worry about me! but yes by the end, with the straight stuff my energy levels were dying a little ;-)

and when i turned up and no-one else was there was wondering whether the ride had been cancelled or meet point changed - since I hadn't been on here to check! but really it was just cause you are all slackers! your loss... you missed out on taking the piss out of me and my gixer... which i was quite pleased about! :-P

[nzmikey]

you missed out on taking the piss out of me and my gixer... which i was quite pleased about! :-P

We only do it coz we care :killingme

[GSXR Trace]

best part about the ride... we actually just rode... none of this sitting around eating and talking wasting the night! fantastic suggestion wanpo! you should lead the ride more often! :innocent:

[wanpo]

best part about the ride... we actually just rode... none of this sitting around eating and talking wasting the night! fantastic suggestion wanpo! you should lead the ride more often! :innocent:

I thought you said I rode like a pussy when I was out infront :p

[gale_wolf]

I thought you said I rode like a pussy when I was out infront :p
Isn't that just because you can't see anything with your crappy headlights? You probably get more light from the bike behind you.

Also Trace, you gotta give me a heads-up when you're planning to grace us with your presence so we can double the usual number of Suzukis :woohoo: Never mind that I couldn't make it last night anyway...

[GSXR Trace]

I thought you said I rode like a pussy when I was out infront :p

Haha i didn't say you rode like a pussy... i said you ride differently when not playing follow the leader! And at least we just rode - and didn't have to listen to those boys taking the piss out of me all night! :D


Isn't that just because you can't see anything with your crappy headlights? You probably get more light from the bike behind you.

Also Trace, you gotta give me a heads-up when you're planning to grace us with your presence so we can double the usual number of Suzukis :woohoo: Never mind that I couldn't make it last night anyway...

Yeah would have appreciated the suzuki backup - we would have equalled them last night - and I like to just show up, isn't it a lovely surprise?? :woohoo:

[gijoe1313]

That's funny ... we take the piss out of Trace ... :rofl: Jeez girl, you sling it far and wide!

And I do recall ... how this ride was morphed into the current form ... since most riders couldn't handle the previous format of riding, riding ... and more riding! (something about empty tummies).

Just to make sure you get your comeuppance little miss suzuki britches, you can be ride leader when you next turn up! :devil2:

[GSXR Trace]

That's funny ... we take the piss out of Trace ... :rofl: Jeez girl, you sling it far and wide!

And I do recall ... how this ride was morphed into the current form ... since most riders couldn't handle the previous format of riding, riding ... and more riding! (something about empty tummies).

Just to make sure you get your comeuppance little miss suzuki britches, you can be ride leader when you next turn up! :devil2:

I only give as good as i get Mr high and mighty :corn:

And the format changed after I stopped turning up - so clearly you boys just can't handle the jandal!

and comeuppance for what?! I made a comment he was riding differently, he explained he was being cautious due to thinking i was TEC and not behind him, and i wasn't saying it was a bad thing, i was happy to cruise last night due to being overly tired, and if you are going to make me lead i may as well just keep riding by myself, so sounds like there is no need point in me coming ever again :ar15: :dodge:

[nzmikey]

if you are going to make me lead i may as well just keep riding by myself, so sounds like there is no need point in me coming ever again :ar15: :dodge:

lol ding ding next round :) ( i do like the ride tho )

[gijoe1313]

:rofl: I like this Tracey baiting, it is full of win! :msn-wink:

[baffa]

So is it every Monday at the moment? Keen to come for a ride. And is ragging on Suzukis mandatory? It sounds like it haha

[gijoe1313]

So is it every Monday at the moment? Keen to come for a ride. And is ragging on Suzukis mandatory? It sounds like it haha

Monday it be, right by the Akld Public library .. meet at 6pm for 6.30pm departure - usually we wait if we know if someone has informed us they may be a wee bit late (or they meet us up at another point later).

As for the Suzuki jokes, we also poke fun at everything and everyone! :innocent: (damn ghay Honduh rhiders!)

[wanpo]

As for the Suzuki jokes, we also poke fun at everything and everyone! :innocent: (damn ghay Honduh rhiders!)

Yeah I think we (the honda riders) take the piss out of Hondas more than anyone.

[Gremlin]

Yeah I think we (the honda riders) take the piss out of Hondas more than anyone.
It's coz you're a homo... and that goes for all Honda owners

[TOTO]

It's coz you're a homo... and that goes for all Honda owners

with your honda experience, you may as well be a honda homo too :killingme

[baffa]

So that's Auckland Library on Wellesley Street?

Might sneak up after work.

And if Honda riders are Homo, I hate to think what that makes everyone else.

[Gremlin]

And if Honda riders are Homo, I hate to think what that makes everyone else.
Not a homo? BMW owners especially, have impeccable taste.

[baffa]

If by impeccable taste you mean slow, then I completely agree.

[TOTO]

Not a homo? BMW owners especially, have impeccable taste.

but they can only trully appreciate their BMW when there is a GN in front :innocent:

[Gremlin]

If by impeccable taste you mean slow, then I completely agree.
Obviously the wrong rider on it then, they can certainly move if you ask them... depends which one... unlike Hondas... all homos...

but they can only trully appreciate their BMW when there is a GN in front :innocent:
Best fuel economy ever... Getting passed by 5 or 6 vehicles in a passing lane was a truly unique experience :innocent: Never climbed hills at 50kph before either (hopefully never will again :shutup:)

[TOTO]

Best fuel economy ever... Getting passed by 5 or 6 vehicles in a passing lane was a truly unique experience :innocent: Never climbed hills at 50kph before either (hopefully never will again :shutup:)

there is always next year :p

[gijoe1313]

Huh, from what I recall, the GN actually had to carry things the Beemer couldn't! :rofl:

But any situation, which causes Gremlin grief and discomfort can only be a good thing. It's karmic retribution for all the stuff he inflicts on those around him at times! :sick::facepalm:

[nzmikey]

for the Monday night ride , how many do we have ? :confused:

[gale_wolf]

I've had to skip the swarm ride for the last 3 weeks so planning to be there tomorrow unless something else comes up

[wanpo]

I'll be there unless it's pissing down raining. Had a cold for almost a week now and am keen not to help it get the better of me

[Gremlin]

Probably not there. 4 days of work left, and probably more than 4 days of work needing to be done :crazy:

[TOTO]

rainsuits :)

[baffa]

Finish work at 6, so might rock up and have a nosey.

[nzmikey]

After finding out who is going to be out tonight , i cant say i will be there as i am now under the weather & home from work as my lovely darling lil brats :shutup: I mean my kids have decided to share their colds with me & now i have a dribbly nose :crybaby:

[gale_wolf]

...my kids have decided to share their colds with me & now i have a dribbly nose :crybaby:
Yeah, kids'll do that to you. I'd never been so sick so often in a single year as when my first little treasure started at daycare. Any place kids gather is a breeding ground for all manner of nasty illnesses.

Rainsuits would be a good idea, the forecast for tonight is crap in all directions.

[gijoe1313]

What the heck? Last week I couldn't make it due to my girl being under the weather - and now, it's my turn! :sick:

Got serious joint ache (yeah yeah, old age) and drowsy, I've ridden with bad pain, but being sleepy on a bike is a no-no. And with the weather forecast tonight, I shall be having a break out of sanity and staying home! :gob:

Right, I'm off for a lie down now! :violin:

[wanpo]

What the heck? Last week I couldn't make it due to my girl being under the weather - and now, it's my turn! :sick:

Got serious joint ache (yeah yeah, old age) and drowsy, I've ridden with bad pain, but being sleepy on a bike is a no-no. And with the weather forecast tonight, I shall be having a break out of sanity and staying home! :gob:

Right, I'm off for a lie down now! :violin:

So much for any weather any condition aye? :p you've gotten soft.

Although I'm one to talk, I won't be showing tonight; Had a decent ride with Toto yesterday though, so I've had my biking fix for the short term

[GSXR Trace]

So... no one is going, slackers! harden up and handle your stupid man flus!

[wanpo]

So... no one is going, slackers! harden up and handle your stupid man flus!

Where were you yesterday, Mrs "I'd-rather-stay-on-the-couch"?

[GSXR Trace]

Where were you yesterday, Mrs "I'd-rather-stay-on-the-couch"?

haha yes well that is only half the story, but yes I didn't ride yesterday - it was also fucking windy and raining, so wasn't that worried!

[gale_wolf]

Sounds like nobody going to turn up for tonight.

[GSXR Trace]

Sounds like nobody going to turn up for tonight.

Thats what I just said! :facepalm:

[gale_wolf]

Thats what I just said! :facepalm:
Pffft. I just skipped to the last post, missed your one.

Wanpo's piked out, he's just left work and heading off home to nurse his man-flu and play SBK 10.

[GSXR Trace]

Pffft. I just skipped to the last post, missed your one.

Wanpo's piked out, he's just left work and heading off home to nurse his man-flu and play SBK 10.

they all piked - guys need to harden up and get over their man-flus!

[baffa]

I had a look, noone around bar scooters. LOoks like there were roadworks too

[Gremlin]

Bunch of bloomin' pansies... I was out riding for work this evening... not that windy or wet?

[steelphoenix]

*sulks* Wrasserfrassercan'tride...

(Guess what? I may be able to get another MC22! *squee*)

[gijoe1313]

The thing I find most hilarious is the beat ups in this thread - feel the aroha! :rofl:

Looking back at my usual riding experiences, I have to say how funny I find all of this - guess some people just need to get out and ride more! :msn-wink:

[gale_wolf]

Bunch of bloomin' pansies... I was out riding for work this evening... not that windy or wet?There wasn't much wind on the bridge last night, but the damn rain did manage to find its way into my gear. That was just riding the 30kms home from work.


(Guess what? I may be able to get another MC22! *squee*)
Nice, so I guess yours has been written off then? And what about your own recovery since your off?


The thing I find most hilarious is the beat ups in this thread - feel the aroha! :rofl:
Not just this thread, dishing out beat-ups seems to be just the general attitude on KB...


guess some people just need to get out and ride more! :msn-wink:
True, and I do ride as much as I can. Unfortunately that really means a lame commute of 300km's per week in motorway traffic, in any weather. So I enjoy the Monday night rides, especially when there's decent weather.

[nzmikey]

Bunch of bloomin' pansies... I was out riding for work this evening... not that windy or wet?

Hey i was out on Saturday & did 482km , not a bad effort on the lil Hornet up north & back , let me say tho wind DOES effect the poor wee thing , not so much the sideways more of the head wind , humming along at 120 & get hit with a head wind & it feels like someone was leaning on my rear break . I cranked more throttle on ( all the way round ) ...... nothing revs were still dropping , so dropped down to 4th & wound up again it was all good :woohoo:

TLDR; I was out on the weekend in the rain & wind up north :innocent:

[TOTO]

guess what, I'm a hyosung owner once again :first:

got me a Hyosung GT250R to race in the Hyosung Cup and pro-lite :woohoo:

[GSXR Trace]

guess what, I'm a hyosung owner once again :first:

got me a Hyosung GT250R to race in the Hyosung Cup and pro-lite :woohoo:

it doesn't happen to be a black one, that you got from whangaparoa?

[TOTO]

it doesn't happen to be a black one, that you got from whangaparoa?

black - got it from turners :)

[wanpo]

guess what, I'm a hyosung owner once again :first:

got me a Hyosung GT250R to race in the Hyosung Cup and pro-lite :woohoo:

:O How much?

That's awesome, I want one too :(

[TOTO]

:O How much?

cost me just over a grand



That's awesome, I want one too :(

you should get one, will be heaps of fun :)

[GSXR Trace]

black - got it from turners :)

Nope, would have been on trademe


:O How much?

That's awesome, I want one too :(

Something seriously wrong with you bro! You should not only not have such disgusting taste given you own a CBR, but should also never say you actually want one!!


cost me just over a grand



you should get one, will be heaps of fun :)

Definitely not the one I was thinking of

[TOTO]

Something seriously wrong with you bro! You should not only not have such disgusting taste given you own a CBR, but should also never say you actually want one!!


its not about image or ego, and definitely not for the girls, but for the FUN :msn-wink:

[gale_wolf]

Dammit Toto, now I'm gonna have to listen to Wanpo prattling on at work about getting another GT250R :p

[TOTO]

Dammit Toto, now I'm gonna have to listen to Wanpo prattling on at work about getting another GT250R :p

you can always fire him or you can just double his salary so he can buy one sooner and stop yapping

[wanpo]

Dammit Toto, now I'm gonna have to listen to Wanpo prattling on at work about getting another GT250R :p

Can't I just steal my old one back? It's not like your cousin is using it >.> srsly though, I'll buy it back off him - I don't care if I have to tighten the front sprocket bolt after each time I ride it.

[TOTO]

Can't I just steal my old one back? It's not like your cousin is using it >.> srsly though, I'll buy it back off him - I don't care if I have to tighten the front sprocket bolt after each time I ride it.

just weld the bolt

[gale_wolf]

Can't I just steal my old one back? It's not like your cousin is using it >.> srsly though, I'll buy it back off him - I don't care if I have to tighten the front sprocket bolt after each time I ride it.
Remind me tomorrow to ask him. But I think he's already training in Europe...

[gijoe1313]

Heheh, I has already volunteered to be pit crew for TOTO, I can be mr spannerman! :yes:

[gale_wolf]

Heheh, I has already volunteered to be pit crew for TOTO, I can be mr spannerman! :yes:
This makes me think of Spanners Watson from Back Of The Y TV :p

[Gremlin]

Heheh, I has already volunteered to be pit crew for TOTO, I can be mr spannerman! :yes:
This combo will be destined for disaster...

Toto, I recommend you stick decals all over it "They do that"

[wanpo]

This combo will be destined for disaster...

Toto, I recommend you stick decals all over it "They do that"

The PS3 motto springs to mind "It only does everything"

Toto, I'll be your cheerleader. Also at that price, what's wrong with it? (And will you let me know if another one pops up?)

[gale_wolf]

The Hyosung cup's latest entry:
- Team Hornet Swarm

Starring:
- Toto as the GT250R pilot
- GIJoe as the ace mechanic Spanners Watson
- Wanpo as the brollie girl

Hmmm, I think Team Muppet Swarm might be more apt :p

Although more seriously, if you guys actually do go for the new Hyosung series, I dare say you'll have plenty of supporters from your mates here on KB.
I'd be there, but only if Wanpo promises NOT to dress up as the brollie girl.

In other news, I'll be taking a GT250R out for a spin on Saturday. Wanpo's old bike. Keeping it ticking over while its owner's away for a few months.

[TOTO]

yea, I got a day off today so I'll be at the workshop tinkering :)

Wanpo, I let you know when I see something similar :)

[gijoe1313]

Oh this is so full of win .. TOTO riding Wanpo's old bike! :rofl: Actually my girl is keen to be the brolly dolly, seeing as I am so into my bikes! :niceone:

So tyre warmers, tool kits, marquee and refreshments .. check!
Squid rider on a Hyobag ... check!
General third wheel and hangers on ... check!
Hilarity ... guaranteed!

[wanpo]

Hilarity ... guaranteed!

Always when Toto is involved, we went to Subway in Huntley, where Toto requested an inch long sub, he must not have been very hungry.

[nzmikey]

Oh this is so full of win .. TOTO riding Wanpo's old bike! :rofl: Actually my girl is keen to be the brolly dolly, seeing as I am so into my bikes! :niceone:

So tyre warmers, tool kits, marquee and refreshments .. check!
Squid rider on a Hyobag ... check!
General third wheel and hangers on ... check!
Hilarity ... guaranteed!

ooo oo can I be a "General third wheel and hanger on" , i promise i wont wear my man-keni .......:innocent:

[gijoe1313]

Always when Toto is involved, we went to Subway in Huntley, where Toto requested an inch long sub, he must not have been very hungry.

That ranks right up next to his green penguins and how to kill two stones with one bird!

[gijoe1313]

ooo oo can I be a "General third wheel and hanger on" , i promise i wont wear my man-keni .......:innocent:

Only if you can make irritating contributions like "eh, you don't want to do that!" and "that's not the way we did it in my day", also obvious statements like "now, remember to win, you have to be first across the line", "if you aren't riding like you're about to crash, you ain't riding hard enough!" :innocent:

[nzmikey]

lol i do that on a daily basis :blink:

[TOTO]

cool, pit crew sorted then :)

Spent my whole day off today working on the bike at work, implementing a weight loss program, putting some of the race fairings, attaching new clip ons, new uranium spark plugs, and getting the bike running.

Still to add front fairings, chain and sprockets, tyres, new oil and filter, braided brake lines, and get suspension redone.

You guys can always swing by work and check on my progress :)

[gijoe1313]

Did you put nitrogen into the tyres and special headlight fluid? What about the power band? Did you upgrade it to the red one?

Also, you could put nitrous into a V-can on the side and have you also put race tape on it? Painted it red to make it go fasterer?

Drilled holes into the swing arm to help reduce weight yet?

What about putting lock wire onto all the hollowed out titanium bolts you should be using?

GPS and camera set up for the Moto GP look? Applied for the number 69 for your race number?

Jeez! You gotta get cracking lad!

[gale_wolf]

You guys can always swing by work and check on my progress :)
Will do, I need to pick up some more chain lube so will see your bike then

Also, GIJoe forgot to mention one of the most important mods, you'll want to cut massive holes in the frame for ram air intake.

[nzmikey]

Did you put nitrogen into the tyres and special headlight fluid? What about the power band? Did you upgrade it to the red one?

Also, you could put nitrous into a V-can on the side and have you also put race tape on it? Painted it red to make it go fasterer?

Drilled holes into the swing arm to help reduce weight yet?

What about putting lock wire onto all the hollowed out titanium bolts you should be using?

GPS and camera set up for the Moto GP look? Applied for the number 69 for your race number?

Jeez! You gotta get cracking lad!

:blink:

:killingme:killingme:killingme:killingme:killingme :killingme

[TOTO]

This is a production class - red power bands are strictly illegal. Headlight fluid and tail light fluid will be missed seeing that the bike hasn't got neither, but good thinking.

I think I should be able to get through screwteneering with the ram air intakes on the frame though - good thinking there Gale_Wolf :yes:

[gijoe1313]

Well Gremlin rocked on up to borrow my VIO camera (which used to be zeocens), hope he gets some good footage in the U S of A!

[TOTO]

yea, he will have good times with them harleys

[Gremlin]

yea, he will have good times with them harleys
Let's hope I figure it out quickly... hoping to record my first k's on US roads with decent audio etc... should be a laugh, never ridden anywhere but NZ.

Then there will be the forests and mountains, apparently we must be careful not to scare the US bikers not used to such twisty roads :blink:

[Vacquer0]

If you make it up to Montana give me a shout. We have some local switchbacks if that is what you are looking for. Have a good one!

[wanpo]

new uranium spark plugs
I hope you mean Iridium. If not even the red class powerband is legal in that class, there's no way a fission powered bike would pass scrutineering, unless if you blew on it until it was no longer thermonuclear.

[gijoe1313]

Well he isn't using the plasma cell battery since we will be using a winch powered roller to kick the engine up!

Will also need to reconfigure the throttle cams so it can go from "idling" to "moar powa"

Also he will need to put roller ball bearings on his knee pads to help go around the corners fasterer!

[gijoe1313]

Let's hope I figure it out quickly... hoping to record my first k's on US roads with decent audio etc... should be a laugh, never ridden anywhere but NZ.

Then there will be the forests and mountains, apparently we must be careful not to scare the US bikers not used to such twisty roads :blink:

I shudder to think of the things you will get up to in the U S of A. :shit:


If you make it up to Montana give me a shout. We have some local switchbacks if that is what you are looking for. Have a good one!

Never, ever encourage this biker to come anywhere near your neck of the woods! :shit:

[Gremlin]

I shudder to think of the things you will get up to in the U S of A. :shit:



Never, ever encourage this biker to come anywhere near your neck of the woods! :shit:
Been in LA for about 8 hours. All went quite smoothly so far, except for walking from metro line to Hotel... went the wrong way, and being on foot, I ended up walking several extra km... feet hurt

[zeocen]

Don't you watch movies man, all you needed to do was put your hand out and whistle for a cab.

[Gremlin]

Don't you watch movies man, all you needed to do was put your hand out and whistle for a cab.
Actually, you're told that pretty much won't work, and it's easiest to ring for one... I was deliberately walking that, as it "wasn't that far"

The Hotel does have a taxi outside all the time, for guests that want one, which is very handy.

[TOTO]

The Hotel does have a taxi outside all the time, for guests that want one, which is very handy.

When do you get your bike ?

[zeocen]

actually, you're told that pretty much won't work

don't question the movies

[wanpo]

whistle for a cab.

and when it comes near, the licence plate'll be "FRESH" and it'll have dice in the mirror...

[Interceptor]

Yeah, kids'll do that to you. I'd never been so sick so often in a single year as when my first little treasure started at daycare. Any place kids gather is a breeding ground for all manner of nasty illnesses.


And here I was thinking that it was only me who was experiencing this... our little boy started in day care and until then rarely any sick days or time off work.... this past year has been the complete opposite....

Weather is looking good for tonight, I am not sick (for once), and my wifey does not have any plans, so it is looking likely that I can finally join y'all on a ride tonite. See ya.

[gale_wolf]

Aside from Interceptor, this thread's been very quiet for a Monday...

Who's on for tonight?

[zeocen]

I'm keen, got to see if I can make it but I nominate this as our eatery http://www.menumania.co.nz/restaurants/mr-yakitori-auckland

Looks like it's pretty cheap with real good food! Been meaning to try it for a while now.

[nzmikey]

Aside from Interceptor, this thread's been very quiet for a Monday...

Who's on for tonight?

I am in , but i have been told that i have 2 be at onehunga mall road @ 6.30pm , i am going to try & push it to 6.15 so i can be back to town asap :yes:
I am hoping that Toto "remembers to bring the +90 H4 bulb" to see if it helps with the lack of vision i have :innocent:

[zeocen]

I'm keen, got to see if I can make it but I nominate this as our eatery http://www.menumania.co.nz/restaurants/mr-yakitori-auckland

Looks like it's pretty cheap with real good food! Been meaning to try it for a while now.

And yes it's got Takoyaki!!

[wanpo]

Ah yes, I have heard of this place, was recommended to me. I'm keen for that

[Sharry]

I will make it at last, make sure you notice Cherrys new color:yes:

[Gremlin]

I gots a good excuse to not be around... :bleh:

Toto, I collect the bike tomorrow... Monday.

[TOTO]

I gots a good excuse to not be around... :bleh:
Toto, I collect the bike tomorrow... Monday.

cool Stuff, keep taking pictures. How was pine ave ?


Good night as usual folks. That new mistery food place was super tasty, only one problem - not made for super hungry people. I'm catching up on my dinner now lol.

The northern roads were good too, dry, and smooth, with the occasional fog patch. Did plenty of riding and plenty of yapping too. Once again a success :)

Catch ya next week chaps.

[gale_wolf]

Enjoyed tonight's ride and, same as Toto, I was hungry again too by the time I got home. Cold leftovers for me, oh yum...

[gijoe1313]

Well my excuse was I was on a plane coming back from Aussie! Sydney, if you must know.

Caught the musical "Mary Poppins" and went to Sydney Opera house for a choir event. Plenty of shopping, went to the largest motorcycle accessories store, visited plenty of cool games and comic stores, more shopping, lots of walking and riding on the monorail.

Felt sad for the motorbikes that have to live in that urban jungle. Chicken strips are a mile wide on their tyres!

Really, really, really missed my motorbike! :weep:

But, had an awesome time in the land of the dingo-wallaby losing country! :niceone:

[TOTO]

did you eat crocodile burrito ?

[Interceptor]

Awesome ride last night - thanks for leading Toto!

Was fun for me to be the TEC for once - I think it was long overdue to be my turn anyhow :-)

[gijoe1313]

Awesome ride last night - thanks for leading Toto!

Was fun for me to be the TEC for once - I think it was long overdue to be my turn anyhow :-)

Oooh, sounds like you are graduating to be an old hand now!

[wanpo]

Just had heated grips put on Cammy, toasty. That and they're maybe a millimeter or so thicker than the stock grips giving a bit more throttle control, which I'm liking, that was one thing I noticed when I changed from my 650.

[TOTO]

heated grips on a CBR1000 - wahat a softie lol

Good on ya robbie, you will love them bud

[wanpo]

heated grips on a CBR1000 - wahat a softie lol

Yeah, I know. But I figure that I do a bit more riding in less favourable conditions than the average litre supersport rider.

[Gremlin]

Yeah, I know. But I figure that I do a bit more riding in less favourable conditions than the average litre supersport rider.
You mean you ride at night and in the morning? Whatever will you sportsbikes riders try doing next? :gob:

[gale_wolf]

You mean you ride at night and in the morning? Whatever will you sportsbikes riders try doing next? :gob:
Riding in inclement weather! Speaking of which, it's absolutely hosing down outside and I'm about to ride home...

[TOTO]

Riding in inclement weather! Speaking of which, it's absolutely hosing down outside and I'm about to ride home...


ditch the gixer and get a van like normal people

[gale_wolf]

ditch the gixer and get a van like normal people
Nah, normal ppl should ditch their vans and get Gixxers

[zeocen]

It hasn't even been cold enough this winter for heated grips. I kept meaning to put them on my new bike but I just haven't had a day where it's been cold enough.

This winter is all shit :angry: I need to go for a ride to Tauramanui I think and find me some snow!

Also agree with Mr Yakitori being delicious noms, but if I hadn't had a big lunch I would've been hungry again too. But man, bacon and scallops... oh my :love:

We should do a weekend ride one day that mimics the Monday night swarm, like a ride to get food, but like, a ride to Kaiuau through the back way for some Fish n Chips!

[gijoe1313]

Madness! Riding for enjoyment on a weekend? Doncha know that bikes are for communtering and squaring off the tyres :oi-grr:

[Gremlin]

Arrived in Garberville a few hours ago. It was cold for most of the day, around 15 degrees, because of the sea fog. It finally burned off mid afternoon, and the temperature rose.

Topped out at 34 degrees.

Enjoy winter guys :woohoo:

[gale_wolf]

Madness! Riding for enjoyment on a weekend? Doncha know that bikes are for communtering and squaring off the tyres :oi-grr:
You been staring at my rear tyre again?

[gijoe1313]

I'd much rather stare at girlie patooty!

[TOTO]

watch this - http://www.youtube.com/user/ROKKIT44#p/u/3/M2GKpNVUh8U

[gijoe1313]

Now why on earth are you up that early posting? :scratch:

[wanpo]

Watched a couple of his vids yesterday, didn't catch that one.

[baffa]

Anyone riding tonight? It's freezing out there, but might wander down for a look.

[wanpo]

Anyone riding tonight? It's freezing out there, but might wander down for a look.

I'll be there, probably in wet weather gear

[baffa]

Okies, Ill come for a looksee when I fin work. Do you meet outside the library on Wellesley Street East, or on Lorne st? Cos last time I went there there were roadworks etc.

[gijoe1313]

We meet just up on the right of the library side due to the roadworks, park near the library loading dock area! Rutland street.

Hmmm feel like some Japanese tonight! :drool:

Better bring some wet weather gear in case! :innocent:

[TOTO]

it was snowing in waitakeres this morning aparently. I might be a bit late, gotta do a piuck up after work.

[nzmikey]

it was snowing in waitakeres this morning aparently. I might be a bit late, gotta do a piuck up after work.
Hey get of KB & go do some work ......... :shutup:

[gijoe1313]

A very quiet swarm tonight, just Wanpo and baffa turned up - was good to meet you Matt (another Matt!) even though it was just for an intro! :yes:

Wanpo and my girly and I headed off to Kiraku for noodles and gyoza - being filthy biker scum, we rode between parking cones and right up to the door in Elliot street! :devil2:

From there, we did Whitford to my brother's place (had to give a dog some ear drops) and then I dropped my girl off home. Leaving Wanpo and I to do the damage.

We did the backblocks in Mercer and out to Te Kauwhata in the back way (ooer!) stopped there to warm up chilly bits and I checked how my rear really, really needs to be replaced ASAP! :o

From there, boring ride back to Denny's in Manukau and for a feed of hot chocolate fudge cake in honour of Gremlin (who always orders it).

Spot you all the next time! :msn-wink:

[wanpo]

Yeah was a great ride, finished a little sour though, for the boring ride back to my place from Denny's I decided to listen to some Metallica, probably wasn't the best idea as the brand new Plugz 4 Lugs custom earplugs I just got must have fallen out of my pocket on the ride back. Fuck!

[gijoe1313]

Yeah was a great ride, finished a little sour though, for the boring ride back to my place from Denny's I decided to listen to some Metallica, probably wasn't the best idea as the brand new Plugz 4 Lugs custom earplugs I just got must have fallen out of my pocket on the ride back. Fuck!

Ahh buggerit, I guess the Denny's staff member who picked up your dropped earplugs container must have been an omen? :no:

Never mind, only money and time spent! :shutup:

[wanpo]

Ahh buggerit, I guess the Denny's staff member who picked up your dropped earplugs container must have been an omen? :no:

Never mind, only money and time spent! :shutup:

yeah there were a few things through the night leading up to it, when I pulled up at the library, the empty pouch fell out of my pocket, stopping at your brothers, one of the plugs fell into my helmet, the plug container at denny's and I actually checked mid ride back home if they were still in my pocket (they weren't)

[baffa]

Good to meet you guys, even if I had to shoot off.
Next Monday I'll make sure I come for the ride

Damn I want your bike Wanpo!

[wanpo]

Damn I want your bike Wanpo!

Ha cheers, yeah 'blades are way better than dirty gixxers >.>

[gale_wolf]

Damn I want your bike Wanpo!Come to our workplace, Wanpo just leaves the keys in the ignition. I'm sure he won't mind you taking it for a spin...


Ha cheers, yeah 'blades are way better than dirty gixxers >.>Whatever. I like my dirty gixxer :p

[TOTO]

Whatever. I like my dirty gixxer :p

bottle of pledge and a cloth and you might like it even more :innocent:

[GSXR Trace]

Ha cheers, yeah 'blades are way better than dirty gixxers >.>

You are lucky i gave you positive rep the other day, otherwise you would have got a red for that one right there! :P


Come to our workplace, Wanpo just leaves the keys in the ignition. I'm sure he won't mind you taking it for a spin...

Whatever. I like my dirty gixxer :p

haha that sounds smart! I do not only not just leave keys in my bike, I lock it up with multiple massive locks :D

and of course gotta like, no love, your gixxer!

[wanpo]

You are lucky i gave you positive rep the other day, otherwise you would have got a red for that one right there! :P

Oh yeah, I forgot that you apparated should an evil-doer speak ill of Suzuki


haha that sounds smart! I do not only not just leave keys in my bike, I lock it up with multiple massive locks :D

He's not going to let me live that one down. It had a front disk-lock >.>

[gale_wolf]

He's not going to let me live that one down. It had a front disk-brake >.>
A front disc brake eh, mine's got two :p

[gijoe1313]

This Honda and Gixxer thing is turning into a meme! :blink:

[GSXR Trace]

This Honda and Gixxer thing is turning into a meme! :blink:

of course its passed on, what do you expect when i use to only ever hear about how crap my gixxer was... and now i have at least one supporter... gotta keep it up, one day i will have the majority support and you will all disappear in fear! :innocent:

[wanpo]

of course its passed on, what do you expect when i use to only ever hear about how crap my gixxer was... and now i have at least one supporter... gotta keep it up, one day i will have the majority support and you will all disappear in fear! :innocent:

You do have the majority support, just not in the sensible riders circle. If you were to go hang out with some squids however...

[gijoe1313]

New rear for Cindi, so she's happy as a happy thing. Also installed the new rear R&G Protector bobbins in the rear axle at the same time, with right angled side valve for easier air fills.

Bliss is when you get new bling on the bike! :woohoo:

[GSXR Trace]

You do have the majority support, just not in the sensible riders circle. If you were to go hang out with some squids however...

haha well if we are going to be stereotypical about it, I guess i shouldn't ever come back for a monday swarm so that you boys can enjoy your time together! :shutup:

[gale_wolf]

haha well if we are going to be stereotypical about it, I guess i shouldn't ever come back for a monday swarm so that you boys can enjoy your time together! :shutup:
Don't leave me alone with all these dodgy Honda riders!

[GSXR Trace]

Don't leave me alone with all these dodgy Honda riders!

Haha you are the one that keeps going back for more! and the few times I have turned up you have been slack and not... leaving me to fend for myself!

Although last time I did turn up, despite never having met them, i was recognised as being trace (and some comment about the amount of shit i give you boys)! haha I don't know if it's a good thing that I take just enough time to give you lot shit that I am known for it, or whether it's a bad thing that I'm associated with you lot! :innocent:

[nzmikey]

Although last time I did turn up, despite never having met them, i was recognised as being trace (and some comment about the amount of shit i give you boys)! haha I don't know if it's a good thing that I take just enough time to give you lot shit that I am known for it, or whether it's a bad thing that I'm associated with you lot! :innocent:

lol I am guessing that you are talking about me :innocent: , I am a "nice" person as I ride a Honda :bleh:

[gijoe1313]

Well this ain't a game of tiddly-winks now innit? :devil2:

[Interceptor]

Forecast for today looks good!

I hope to join y'all tonight.

Am fighting what seems like a never ending cold though so I will have to see how it goes.

If I am going to be late I will text GI or Toto and meet at the eats instead of the library.

[TOTO]

yep, I should be there on time this time. Bringing that bulb for MZMikey too.

[nzmikey]

yep, I should be there on time this time. Bringing that bulb for MZMikey too.
Yeah i could be late , I am getting paid to eat Burger King @ 1930 in albany but i shall do my best to get it done as quick as possible , I shall drop you a txt when i know what time i will be finished & find where you are

[wanpo]

I am getting paid to eat Burger King

I wouldn't eat that even IF someone paid me :p

[nzmikey]

I wouldn't eat that even IF someone paid me :p

3 New burgers , cant say it is the worst thing i had to do . The last 1 i did i had to drink 7 (seven) new drinks from KFC ..... I walked out lil like this ==>:shit: & then rode home , I thought i was going to have a heart attack from all the sugar & crap in them .

I have also done Moro bars , Chips , Chocolate , Chocolate drinks , Energy drinks ( that was fun well more of a buzzz ) & Coffee .
I put my body through that all in the name of research & testing :yes:
Oh & to pay for my fuel

[baffa]

Was keen for a long ride tonight, but have a family dinner (sigh). Next Monday.

[gijoe1313]

The usual fun and games! :msn-wink:

[TOTO]

Turned up to find Wanpo and Gale wolf arguing over who has the better squid machine. After a bit of bike related dribble we decided we weren't hungry enough to justify eating before the ride. Wanpo suggested we explore some of the north-western territory and we set off for Shelly Beach.
Met The Interceptor on the way and off we rode into the darkness - the four amigos. :ride:

Took the usual long way to Hellensville and then off to shelly beach. Nice ride, no surprises, and roads were predominantly dry. At shelly beach we wondered on the fishing bridge (name ?) and numerous bike related experiences were shared. We also stumbled upon a UFO (Unidentified Floating Object), surrounded by a few cool lights. Soon we realized that the people on the boat/barge were standing on the deck looking at us, looking at them. Funny that.

Made our way through some other back roads and ended up in a cool little asian food place in Albany. The Interceptor appeared to be the hungriest of the bunch ordering up half of the restaurant, Gale wolf settling for some noodle soup, Wanpo for some Pig on ride and I had the chicken on rice. Was nice to see the portions were a good size too. Ended up discussing everything from MotoGP to how stuck up the french canadiand are. Topped it all off with some rice cake - complementary from the restaurant. We shall be back :drool:

Nice swarm night as usual. Catch you all next week :)

[GSXR Trace]

DAMN, I was thinking of coming but didn't want to get home too late as had a long weekend and was tired, if I'd known you were going to ride and then eat i would have come and bailed at the eating stage, and I haven't been to shelly beach in ages, oh well!

[gijoe1313]

Well seems you lot had a good time, my girl was a bit crook with a funny tummy so I stayed home to nurse her (she wanted me to go ... but I passed the test! :love:

Hope we can catch up for the next ride! :violin:

[baffa]

Damn sounded liked a great ride, not far from some of my regular riding roads.

I'm keen for the idea of skipping dinner and just getting on the road, it means you can all go for a decent ride whether you have 1 hour to spare or 5.

[gijoe1313]

Well, it seems we are heading back to the original format of the ride :rofl: We used to ride and ride and eating came last at the end of the ride!

Over time, protesting tummies meant we had the eats come first! Hmmm may end up having some snacks first to quell any rumbling dissents? :innocent:

[wanpo]

(she wanted me to go ... but I passed the test! :love:

You failed our test though </3

[GSXR Trace]

Well, it seems we are heading back to the original format of the ride :rofl: We used to ride and ride and eating came last at the end of the ride!

Over time, protesting tummies meant we had the eats come first! Hmmm may end up having some snacks first to quell any rumbling dissents? :innocent:

YAY! I am totally for this change... I may actually come more often... (bet that discourages you from changing it!) I'll be there for the riding, and can avoid the eating! glad you are reverting to the better schedule!!

[Interceptor]

Turned up to find Wanpo and Gale wolf arguing over who has the better squid machine. After a bit of bike related dribble we decided we weren't hungry enough to justify eating before the ride. Wanpo suggested we explore some of the north-western territory and we set off for Shelly Beach.
Met The Interceptor on the way and off we rode into the darkness - the four amigos. :ride:

Took the usual long way to Hellensville and then off to shelly beach. Nice ride, no surprises, and roads were predominantly dry. At shelly beach we wondered on the fishing bridge (name ?) and numerous bike related experiences were shared. We also stumbled upon a UFO (Unidentified Floating Object), surrounded by a few cool lights. Soon we realized that the people on the boat/barge were standing on the deck looking at us, looking at them. Funny that.

Made our way through some other back roads and ended up in a cool little asian food place in Albany. The Interceptor appeared to be the hungriest of the bunch ordering up half of the restaurant, Gale wolf settling for some noodle soup, Wanpo for some Pig on ride and I had the chicken on rice. Was nice to see the portions were a good size too. Ended up discussing everything from MotoGP to how stuck up the french canadiand are. Topped it all off with some rice cake - complementary from the restaurant. We shall be back :drool:

Nice swarm night as usual. Catch you all next week :)

Great ride last night albeit a wee bit chilly. Thanks guys for waiting for me at Westgate and thanks also to Toto for leading the ride.

I just wish I had managed to finish all of the meals and drink that I ordered... I blame this darn never ending head-cold... sniff sniff :sick:

[wanpo]

Oh yeah, did I lend my Hard drive and/or USB stick to one of you guys? Sucks not having external storage

[gijoe1313]

You gave it to me with the copy of Bari Bari on it! Will return when I come next week! (or if you need it sooner, we can meet up somewhere?)

[wanpo]

You gave it to me with the copy of Bari Bari on it! Will return when I come next week! (or if you need it sooner, we can meet up somewhere?)
No rush, I knew I had lent it to someone was just trying to remember who. I'll grab it next week *IF* you show ;p

[Gremlin]

No rush, I knew I had lent it to someone was just trying to remember who. I'll grab it next week *IF* you show ;p
You mean if his girl lets him come? :innocent:

[gijoe1313]

Yes, remember our old mate Dylan? Vanished off the face of the earth after he got a girly! :innocent:

Amazing Gremlin has time to post after his blogging - hard life being on a USA roadtrip :oi-grr:

[gijoe1313]

No, it's not what you're all thinking - my pillion girl has decided being wet and chilly at night is not for her at this moment (she got that yesterday when we rode to Waipu via SH16!)

So, just me - bring wets and grab a snack beforehand, let's go find some nice roads and ride them! :woohoo:

Just to reiterate - no eats at the beginning, just pure riding! :msn-wink:

[baffa]

Keen. For some reason I've been struggling to stay awake so far this morning,
as long as I'm not tired this evening I'm keen for a ride.

[wanpo]

Keen. For some reason I've been struggling to stay awake so far this morning,
as long as I'm not tired this evening I'm keen for a ride.

Just drink a red bull and take some concrete pills.

[gijoe1313]

Just drink a red bull and take some concrete pills.

You mean HTFU pills! :msn-wink:

[wanpo]

You mean HTFU pills! :msn-wink:

Tomato, tomato...

hmm... not quite as effective when written down.

[gale_wolf]

"Concrete" is just the street name for "HTFU" pills, all the cool kids are saying it now. Either way, take some ;)

[baffa]

I went to the cafe and asked them if they had any gear.
They stared at me. I asked them for Concrete pills, they looked at me funny, and gave me my usual order of a large flat white. Think I'm good to go now =D

[wanpo]

I went to the cafe and asked them if they had any gear.
They stared at me. I asked them for Concrete pills, they looked at me funny, and gave me my usual order of a large flat white. Think I'm good to go now =D

Make sure you top up your headlight fluid, it'll probably get dark on the ride.

[baffa]

Dont worry, I have my trusty solar powered torch for that ^_^

[GSXR Trace]

Probably will also get wet out there boys!

[gale_wolf]

Probably will also get wet out there boys!
As long as Wanpo puts his wets on before the ride this time, we don't need to see his white butt glowing in the moonlight again :facepalm:

[gijoe1313]

What is seen cannot be unseen. Derp. :sick:

[wanpo]

As long as Wanpo puts his wets on before the ride this time, we don't need to see his white butt glowing in the moonlight again :facepalm:


What is seen cannot be unseen. Derp. :sick:

I didn't hear either of you complaining at the time, I seem to remember more comments about dismay in not getting your cameras out in time to record it for prosperity (posterity >.>)

[gijoe1313]

Good ride last night, plenty of riding :woohoo: Wanpo and I chose to not don wet suits and were well rewarded. Just a small amount of liquid fun at the lookout (Baffa and I were in the front and just rode on ... apparently, Wanpo made a show of noise, but no one was there to appreciate it! :lol:)

Quite amusing with all the technical hitches, stopped in Kaukapakaka to adjust Sharry's headlight (too low), then me with the main bulb blowing and relying on my high beam to get to Wellsford. TOTO had a spare bulb, which didn't work either! Ended up purchasing a spare from the Caltex and that worked right as rain.

Whilst this occured, most had a quick munch on maccas - before TOTO took the lead back to Albany for a late feed and drink. Wanpo and I had swapped bikes, I took his CBR1000R (pirate arrs) as TEC and he jumped on my Predator. Compared notes and aches and pains at the end!

Good work boys and girls, lets hope for more riding like this! :yes:

[wanpo]

Wanpo and I had swapped bikes, I took his CBR1000R (pirate arrs) as TEC and he jumped on my Predator. Compared notes and aches and pains at the end!

You left off an R :p

Was good fun riding around on Cammy's little brother (sister?) for something a little different. But I'd be lying if I didn't say I really enjoyed getting back on the 'blade at the end of the night.

[gale_wolf]

Quite amusing with all the technical hitches, stopped in Kaukapakaka to adjust Sharry's headlight (too low), then me with the main bulb blowing and relying on my high beam to get to Wellsford. TOTO had a spare bulb, which didn't work either! Ended up purchasing a spare from the Caltex and that worked right as rain.
Also a slight technical hitch for Toto at the start of the return journey where his left spotlight was hanging loose. Essential toolkit items (duct tape and pocket knife) sorted that out soon enough. Always a good idea to have duct tape, cable ties, and a pocket knife handy.

[gijoe1313]

You left off an R :p

Was good fun riding around on Cammy's little brother (sister?) for something a little different. But I'd be lying if I didn't say I really enjoyed getting back on the 'blade at the end of the night.

You do realise pirates arr's do cover all the Rs right? Be redundant! :facepalm: And as for me, I really enjoyed getting back on mine - that's why we ride the bikes we do, 'cause its what we want!

[GSXR Trace]

So guys I have a friend who would love a ride, but I don't have pillion pegs or seat, so was just wondering who would be willing to give her a ride at some stage? it won't be this week, but in a couple of weeks would be good

Also, for this to happen, going to need a some spare gear, helmet and jacket at minimum, so does anyone have any spares? I only have spare gloves for her

[nzmikey]

So guys I have a friend who would love a ride, but I don't have pillion pegs or seat, so was just wondering who would be willing to give her a ride at some stage? it won't be this week, but in a couple of weeks would be good

Also, for this to happen, going to need a some spare gear, helmet and jacket at minimum, so does anyone have any spares? I only have spare gloves for her

ooo does this mean that we can bring her to the "Rainbow" side of the force :shutup:

[wanpo]

So guys I have a friend who would love a ride, but I don't have pillion pegs or seat, so was just wondering who would be willing to give her a ride at some stage? it won't be this week, but in a couple of weeks would be good

Also, for this to happen, going to need a some spare gear, helmet and jacket at minimum, so does anyone have any spares? I only have spare gloves for her

I don't mind taking a pillion, let me know ahead of time, as I'll have to chuck the rear seat on.
I've got a spare ladies helmet, jacket and gloves, but whether they're the right size or not I'm not sure (I think they're all S).

[TOTO]

So guys I have a friend who would love a ride, but I don't have pillion pegs or seat, so was just wondering who would be willing to give her a ride at some stage? it won't be this week, but in a couple of weeks would be good

Also, for this to happen, going to need a some spare gear, helmet and jacket at minimum, so does anyone have any spares? I only have spare gloves for her

yea, I can probably help. Got spare pillion seat, spare helmet, gloves and I can probably find her a jacket depending on her jacket size.

[wanpo]

yea, I can probably help. Got spare pillion seat, spare helmet, gloves and I can probably find her a jacket depending on her jacket size.

Ah true, Toto's rear seat would probably be a lot more comfortable than mine.

[TOTO]

I don't mind taking a pillion, let me know ahead of time, as I'll have to chuck the rear seat on.
I've got a spare ladies helmet, jacket and gloves, but whether they're the right size or not I'm not sure (I think they're all S).

I can hook you up with a top box so you can put all of the items in :)

[gijoe1313]

Crikey - this all sounds far too organamized! :blink: Does this mean Trace is going soft in the head and wanting to introduce someone she knows to the inanities of this sorry scrabble of a soiree? :scratch:

Which reminds me, moar riding is needed! :innocent:

[TOTO]

don't forget she used to be nuts like us a while ago :)

[gijoe1313]

don't forget she used to be nuts like us a while ago :)

A spell in the funny farm sorted her out! Now she's only plain barking bonkers!

[gale_wolf]

I can hook you up with a top box so you can put all of the items in :)
He was just saying how much he liked the look of the topbox, really wants one for his CBR ;)

[wanpo]

He was just saying how much he liked the look of the topbox, really wants one for his CBR ;)
Would be tempted to get a ventura rack for when I do the south island trip.
Need something to strap the jerry can to.

[gijoe1313]

Would be tempted to get a ventura rack for when I do the south island trip.
Need something to strap the jerry can to.

Find a nice girly and strap her to the back of yourself! :devil2:

[GSXR Trace]

Wow, look at you all jumping at the chance! thanks, we will get it sorted when we are free to come, as both rather busy at the moment

In terms of size, she's about the same size as me, so need bigger than S, but thanks Robbie! But helmet may be sweet, don't know!

In relation to bike... I'll let you all know when she is coming (especially due to needing the gear) and she can choose whether she wants to ride in a bit more comfort or on a nice bike! :laugh:

And yes, I use to be completely mad, now only mildly - but I think she is more mad than me, so I figure she will be able to handle you lot!

[gijoe1313]

I think you got it backwards Trace, it was all us lads trying to cope with your madness! :laugh: And we know how odd you and Gale_wolf are ... bloody gixxer riders! :rolleyes:

[wanpo]

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The dangers of females aye?

[TOTO]

Wow, look at you all jumping at the chance!

In terms of size, she's about the same size as me, so need bigger than S, but thanks Robbie! But helmet may be sweet, don't know!

I'll have a look at what jacket we can sort out for her. what size would you say she would be comfourtable in ?



In relation to bike... I'll let you all know when she is coming (especially due to needing the gear) and she can choose whether she wants to ride in a bit more comfort or on a nice bike! :laugh:

C'mon don't be mean, she will love the GN.

[baffa]

Keen on another ride like monday's the pace on the way out was good fun.

I promise I'll brake a bit more when im slowing down though :weird:

[gijoe1313]

@Wanpo That scenario nearly occured to Gremlin when we were in the SI, riding around Queen Charlotte Sound, we were coming up to a 35kph right hander ... and all I can see is the dingbat swiveling his head to look at the two bikini babes on the side of the road! He barely kept it together as he roared around close to the armco! :facepalm:

Gremlin is a preternatural rider par excellence, he can carry on when others would have binned it big time! Oh yeah, there is a large drop into the sea past the armco!

[TOTO]

@Wanpo That scenario nearly occured to Gremlin when we were in the SI, riding around Queen Charlotte Sound, we were coming up to a 35kph right hander ... and all I can see is the dingbat swiveling his head to look at the two bikini babes on the side of the road! He barely kept it together as he roared around close to the armco! :facepalm:

Gremlin is a preternatural rider par excellence, he can carry on when others would have binned it big time! Oh yeah, there is a large drop into the sea past the armco!

I wanna see him ride a scooter :laugh:

[GSXR Trace]

I'll have a look at what jacket we can sort out for her. what size would you say she would be comfourtable in ?


C'mon don't be mean, she will love the GN.

I don't know, I'd rather she be swimming in it rather than it be too tight. maybe size 14 or L - I really don't know

and she will not be going on the back of a GN! she wants a REAL motorbike experience!

[GSXR Trace]

I think you got it backwards Trace, it was all us lads trying to cope with your madness! :laugh: And we know how odd you and Gale_wolf are ... bloody gixxer riders! :rolleyes:

I'm not mad... just a little crazy! :wings: and G_W and myself make the group remotely "normal"!

[TOTO]

Hey I found a video of Gremlin and what he is getting up to in the US.

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[steelphoenix]

So guys I have a friend who would love a ride, but I don't have pillion pegs or seat, so was just wondering who would be willing to give her a ride at some stage? it won't be this week, but in a couple of weeks would be good

Also, for this to happen, going to need a some spare gear, helmet and jacket at minimum, so does anyone have any spares? I only have spare gloves for her
I have a spare jacket that will fit a Size 14 lady just fine! Let me know when it's needed. Amazingly, I'm actually going to be available the next couple of Mondays! :)

Speaking of pillioning and such, anyone mind another one? I does not has bike - and may not for a while (insurance! :angry2:) and I'm going NUTS not riding...

[wanpo]

I have a spare jacket that will fit a Size 14 lady just fine! Let me know when it's needed. Amazingly, I'm actually going to be available the next couple of Mondays! :)

Speaking of pillioning and such, anyone mind another one? I does not has bike - and may not for a while (insurance! :angry2:) and I'm going NUTS not riding...

As I mentioned before, as long as I know ahead of time (need to swap out the seat cowl), I don't mind taking pillions.

[GSXR Trace]

I have a spare jacket that will fit a Size 14 lady just fine! Let me know when it's needed. Amazingly, I'm actually going to be available the next couple of Mondays! :)

Speaking of pillioning and such, anyone mind another one? I does not has bike - and may not for a while (insurance! :angry2:) and I'm going NUTS not riding...

Thanks, jacket sounds great!
And stop stealing the pillion seats I just requested! haha (but bugger about the insurance, you will get it sorted soon and back on the road!)

[gale_wolf]

Seems like there are enough pillion seats to go round, might even chuck the pillion seat back on mine instead of the cowl.

[GSXR Trace]

Seems like there are enough pillion seats to go round, might even chuck the pillion seat back on mine instead of the cowl.

Haha I was joking!
but yes put the pillion seat on... then pillions can feel what the BEST bike feels like! hahaha :shifty:

[TOTO]

Haha I was joking!
but yes put the pillion seat on... then pillions can feel what the BEST bike feels like! hahaha :shifty:

well in this case I think we should put a furry coating on your rear top box so they can try what a GSXR600 feels like :p

[zeocen]

SO!
Who's going to the Botany Honda TT subsidised movie screening? I'll be there! Gutted it's in 3D though, I think I would prefer to watch it normally and take it all in :(

[zeocen]

SO!
Who's going to the Botany Honda TT subsidised movie screening? I'll be there! Gutted it's in 3D though, I think I would prefer to watch it normally and take it all in :(

Also for your performance nutters, what would be best to tackle first, forks or rear suspension? I'm thinking rear but I think my forks are pretty sub-standard too. Since it's the big three oh next year I might get the wifey to help pay for a nice upgrade for mah shiney bike.

Yes I'm that committed that it won't be sold :P Nothing has come across as being a better bike yet! :P

[TOTO]

well movie is coming out on 25th august so I was thinking it would be cool we all go see it on monday 29th. Like the other motorbike movie we saw last year.

[TOTO]

Also for your performance nutters, what would be best to tackle first, forks or rear suspension? I'm thinking rear but I think my forks are pretty sub-standard too. Since it's the big three oh next year I might get the wifey to help pay for a nice upgrade for mah shiney bike.

Yes I'm that committed that it won't be sold :P Nothing has come across as being a better bike yet! :P

I think you should do both front and rear end at the same time but if I had to choose, I'd do the rear first.

oh, and we will see about you keeping that bike...

[zeocen]

I don't think I could afford to do both at the same time, that would climb up to about $3500 or so wouldn't it? I can't justify that kinda money for smooth commuting :/

[wanpo]

SO!
Who's going to the Botany Honda TT subsidised movie screening? I'll be there! Gutted it's in 3D though, I think I would prefer to watch it normally and take it all in :(

Very tempted; it's only $10

[zeocen]

Well whatever you guys decide with I'll go with as well.. Whether it's a Monday swarm movie session or the Botany Honda one. To be honest I would prefer to just see it in 2D and watch it as a proper documentary, rather than 3D :/ So maybe we could do a Monday swarm 2D one?

[steelphoenix]

Unfortunately I won't be able to go to the 25th one, so I'll be seeing it later. On a Swarm night would be neat!

(By the way - pillion for tomorrow, plspls?)

[wanpo]

Unfortunately I won't be able to go to the 25th one, so I'll be seeing it later. On a Swarm night would be neat!

(By the way - pillion for tomorrow, plspls?)

I'll put the seat on the back in any case.

Tomorrow looks to be very cold and moderately wet.

[TOTO]

i'm gonna be on snow holiday on 25th so I'm also keen for the monday night one

[gijoe1313]

Seems a weather bomb is making its way up to us ... will see how it goes through the day (just to make it clear - my girl is stating that its more preferable for us to be snuggled up warm and dry! :innocent:)

Everyone knows me though ... :devil2: Riding in atrocious weather in the black of night is fun for me! :innocent:

[wanpo]

Everyone knows me though ... :devil2: Riding in atrocious weather in the black of night is fun for me! :innocent:

If you skip many more rides, you'll lose the right to be able to say that :p

[gijoe1313]

If you skip many more rides, you'll lose the right to be able to say that :p

Pfft, you do realise I ride away from you lunatics in my own time! :laugh: Hmmm big weather deluge in souf'd'orkland - kids are all fleeing inside! Fortunately I have my wet weather MC gear for duty at lunch time to come!

[GSXR Trace]

Since it's snowing on bombays, and evidently on waitaks and hunuas... i suggest you stay off the hills!

I'm supervising a test tonight, so definitely not coming, have fun!

[wanpo]

Since it's snowing on bombays, and evidently on waitaks and hunuas... i suggest you stay off the hills!

I'm supervising a test tonight, so definitely not coming, have fun!

Never ridden on snow. Don't much care to neither.

[gijoe1313]

Since it's snowing on bombays, and evidently on waitaks and hunuas... i suggest you stay off the hills!

I'm supervising a test tonight, so definitely not coming, have fun!

Pfft, I've ridden through snow before ... just not up to the axles! :innocent: My girl has informed me that she would prefer to do cross-stitching ... :pinch:

[gale_wolf]

I'm out of town today, won't be back until late tonight. Safe riding to any of you lot hardy enough to go tonight, and remember to crank up your heated grips!

[steelphoenix]

So should I not bother heading to the city tonight? I'd like to save the train fare if I can...

[wanpo]

Not sure who else is going, but I'll be showing up

[steelphoenix]

Well, it turns out I need to be in the city anyway, so I'll pop along and see what happens...

[TOTO]

i'll see if I can take the Ginny out of the bottle :)

[nzmikey]

I think i may head out tonight , i just need to find my other under glove so i dont freeze up my hand again :laugh: but yeah i shall see you in the normal spot around 6.15ish - 6.30

[GSXR Trace]

so any of you boys crazy enough to go out for a ride tonight? haha hope you don't find any black ice!

[gijoe1313]

Well was a nice, quiet and sedate ride around the usual environs, ending up at Momotea in Meadowlands!

Usual blatherskiting and pithy insults bandied about. Was good to see Steelphoenix again after such a long absence!

We were set to go snow hunting, but Wanpo's bald spot put paid to that! (his tyre, not his hair ... oh, wait ... he might as well have been bald also!)

Weather held up pretty well too! :niceone:

[steelphoenix]

Was good to see you all again! And I did really enjoy actually going out for a ride - even as a pillion (hehe, CBRthou totally on my list of bikes I'd like).

Am now thawing in front of the heater... :laugh:

[wanpo]

Was good to see you all again! And I did really enjoy actually going out for a ride - even as a pillion (hehe, CBRthou totally on my list of bikes I'd like).

Am now thawing in front of the heater... :laugh:

I swear you were almost giddy with excitement the last couple of times I gave the 'hold on' signal

[gijoe1313]

Get a room you two! :rolleyes: Actually, it was funny when Steelphoenix was on the back of Wanpo's bike. I'm used to seeing small asian lasses on it - the size difference was apparent! :rofl: (no, not a dig at you Steelphoenix, just an observation!)

Was good to hear nzmikey ... learnt some new skills in riding conditions not usually encountered! :yes: I guess hunting snow would have been too much adventure? :innocent:

[steelphoenix]

I swear you were almost giddy with excitement the last couple of times I gave the 'hold on' signal
Maaaaybe... :shifty: :wings:

And yay for actually-comfy pillion seats!


Get a room you two! :rolleyes: Actually, it was funny when Steelphoenix was on the back of Wanpo's bike. I'm used to seeing small asian lasses on it - the size difference was apparent! :rofl: (no, not a dig at you Steelphoenix, just an observation!)
Gee thanks! :bleh: You did say that I was 'tall for a pillion'... must be why I have my own bike... :rolleyes:

[wanpo]

Gee thanks! :bleh: You did say that I was 'tall for a pillion'... must be why I have my own bike... :rolleyes:

*had
(ooh burn)

[TOTO]

*had
(ooh burn)

oh how very Gremlin of you

[gijoe1313]

oh how very Gremlin of you

You speak of the devil and the devil will show ... notice how peaceful life is without that roving black hole of improbable probabilities? :shutup:

[wanpo]

You speak of the devil and the devil will show ... notice how peaceful life is without that roving black hole of improbable probabilities? :shutup:

Nothing is impossible, just infinitely improbable?

[steelphoenix]

Nothing is impossible, just infinitely improbable?
Curiously enough, the only thing that went through the mind of the bowl of petunias as it fell was Oh no, not again.

Also, yes, tense was wrong, but - *prods* - don't you go maligning my poor bike, may she rest in peace (or pieces, alternatively - I have some of them).


You speak of the devil and the devil will show ... notice how peaceful life is without that roving black hole of improbable probabilities? :shutup:
Ah, life without Gremlin... wait, am I supposed to take over his duties of bugging the shit out of everyone in his absence? :laugh:

[gale_wolf]

Ah, life without Gremlin... wait, am I supposed to take over his duties of bugging the shit out of everyone in his absence? :laugh:
The return of Gremlinette?

[wanpo]

Ah, life without Gremlin... wait, am I supposed to take over his duties of bugging the shit out of everyone in his absence? :laugh

You mean you weren't doing that already?

[steelphoenix]

You mean you weren't doing that already?
<_<
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[TOTO]

You mean you weren't doing that already?

took the words out of my errr....fingers