Hornet Swarm Night City

[wanpo]

Why must my bike be punished for being awesome?
Oh, and she has a new name now: Nikita.

another dream?

[baffa]

another dream?

Something I thought of to keep the mind busy in the horrible ride to Taupo and back. Think Femme Fatale. Made sense to my miserable and tired brain given the conditions.

[D3ADLYTuna]

hey are you guys keen to do the atnr tonight?
im going
c you there ay!

[TOTO]

have been introduced to another very nice new Vietnamese place. Filthy biker scum must invade...

[wanpo]

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Highlights from my Endurance race last weekend :)

I would have done a better job editing something together but:
a) It got late
b) Windows movie maker sucks for playing with sound
c) ???
c) Profit

[gale_wolf]

Highlights from my Endurance race last weekend :)
Hmm, staring at Wanpo's butt for 8 minutes... need some eye bleach now :D

Was your "felt like it was gonna end in a high side" moment at 4:54 in that vid?


c) Profit
Don't give up your day job :bleh:

Looked like you were having a bit of a battle with the number 21 bike (21 I think? watched the vid a bit small on my phone so maybe I got the wrong number). Seemed like you guys were edging past each other on a lot of corners and you had a bit more speed on the straights.

You must be Looking forward to taking Cammy around Hampton when you get the opportunity

[wanpo]

Yeah, that's Beau (works at Hyosung) he's a bit braver on entry into corners, but I tend to get the drive out. Although that's his brand new efi hyosung, which I think is a little quicker.
Yep, 4:55 was my pants filling moment, doesn't look very big on film though, felt massive.

[GSXR Trace]

Watching your ass for 5 minutes was not worth that little wobble... next time mount it on the front so we can actually see the track! :shifty:

[wanpo]

Watching your ass for 5 minutes was not worth that little wobble... next time mount it on the front so we can actually see the track! :shifty:

Really? I thought it was one of my better assets.

Get it? Ass-ets...

[GSXR Trace]

Really? I thought it was one of my better assets.

Get it? Ass-ets...

I only watched it to see your little whoops... and it wasn't even an impressive whoops!

[gale_wolf]

I only watched it to see your little whoops... and it wasn't even an impressive whoops!
Yeah but any time the rear really steps out and then bites back in it just feels massive, and then you think you're a legend for saving the bike from a nasty high side!

I only queried it because Wanpo described it exactly like that to me at work. It 'felt' massive at the time but on viewing the vid it didn't look massive. Maybe it didn't look like a huge whoops but I can totally believe that it felt like one.

[wanpo]

I only watched it to see your little whoops... and it wasn't even an impressive whoops!

Ok, you can show me a bigger one on a Monday night swarm.

[gijoe1313]

Weather looks good for tonight! Usual riding and kibbitzing I should think! :yes:

[Interceptor]

I won't be able to make it tonight.

Also, Darrell's R1 side stand broke so his riding is curtailed until he can get it fixed. Luckily he has a track stand at home!

Have a good ride guys! :scooter:

[gale_wolf]

I've got the in-laws here from overseas so I'm out for tonight. Shame, looks like good weather too <_<

[Sharry]

Three days marshalling at Taupo for the Nationals and I now need a week to get over it. Will someone please invent a memory disk so I can down load the weekends memory onto the computor??

[gijoe1313]

Well the ride was over around 9.30pm! Baffa and I with the girl on the back was the swarm ride! We did the Mission bay to St Heliers GP, off around Whitford and Maraetai and then back via Twilight road to Meadowlands for some Momotea.

Baffa scoffed some grub, whilst my girl and I consumed a variety of milk and tea and yoghurt drink products! :yes:

So, once finished, we said goodnight and god bless!

Spot you all next time! :msn-wink:

[baffa]

So I think I've discovered why I didnt feel 100% comfortable diving into corners on Monday night.

The bike Dr has almost finished servicing my bike.
He has found several things that need doing unfortunately.
Steering head bearings, like the VTR (sigh). Front wheel bearings as well. This would explain why it feels a little funny diving into corners, I thought it was just me.
Tyres. I knew they would need doing at some stage, but this is depressing.
Chain and sprockets. They fitted a new chain before I bought it but didn’t change the rear sprocket, which is badly worn, and because they didn’t, the front and rear sprockets and chain all need to be replaced together. Oh and he said he thinks the chain is some cheap Chinese make.
So not exactly happy, the bearings will cost hundreds in parts and labour, the tyres will be over $200 apeice, chain and sprockets will proably be another $150.
I’m guessing at least $600 to get everything in order, and that still leaves the crack in the front fairing. QQ

[wanpo]

Waa~h Waa~h

Welcome to the world of owning a big-boy bike

But yeah, that sucks. Things tend to get more expensive and frequent as you go up the bike ladder

[baffa]

Haha :violin:
I dont mind the cost, it's just that it all needs doing at once is a pain.

[Timmeh:P]

Cry... sob... sob...


$600 to get everything in order... hell ill spend that much on new tyres every 4 - 6 months to keep the trumpys on the road! :facepalm:

[zeocen]

So I think I've discovered why I didnt feel 100% comfortable diving into corners on Monday night.

The bike Dr has almost finished servicing my bike.
He has found several things that need doing unfortunately.
Steering head bearings, like the VTR (sigh). Front wheel bearings as well. This would explain why it feels a little funny diving into corners, I thought it was just me.
Tyres. I knew they would need doing at some stage, but this is depressing.
Chain and sprockets. They fitted a new chain before I bought it but didn’t change the rear sprocket, which is badly worn, and because they didn’t, the front and rear sprockets and chain all need to be replaced together. Oh and he said he thinks the chain is some cheap Chinese make.
So not exactly happy, the bearings will cost hundreds in parts and labour, the tyres will be over $200 apeice, chain and sprockets will proably be another $150.
I’m guessing at least $600 to get everything in order, and that still leaves the crack in the front fairing. QQ

Look on the bright side, now you have a reason to buy some Pilot Road 3s which are SO FREAKING AMAZING!~ :D
Get them from Cycletreads too, nice discount and free coffee BOOM! Sorted.

Seriously I liked my bike beforehand with shitty OEM tyres but with PR3s.... ooooomg. I just want to go in a continuous corner forever.

[gijoe1313]

Ah well, I guess you will know that it'd be sorted and your riding will be smoother (and not those gulp moments going into a corner!) Yes, I do recall you saying you weren't comfortable going into them! Glad you went and checked it out! :yes:

$600 ... money well spent on your ride, considering you got it for a good price (I guess the previous owner must have known these things were going to come up soon!)

And yes, I think Wanpo can speak from experience about the big bike cost equation (and the maestro of them all, Gremlin!)

[Timmeh:P]

And yes, I think Wanpo can speak from experience about the big bike cost equation

Yeah not only can it cost you $$ to keep a big-boys bike running, but can cost you your license, your manhood (if it is a honda) and if you also own a hoyobag... well... you will be fixing something after every ride. :killingme

[wanpo]

Yeah not only can it cost you $$ to keep a big-boys bike running, but can cost you your license, your manhood (if it is a honda) and if you also own a hoyobag... well... you will be fixing something after every ride. :killingme

I was quite surprised it got through the hour endurance race. It makes a case for Hyosung reliability that it can be wrung out hard for an hour and still be wanting more.

Also you'll know what it feels like to be a big boy one day, when you finally decide to take the training wheels off and get a real bike.

[Timmeh:P]

I was quite surprised it got through the hour endurance race. It makes a case for Hyosung reliability that it can be wrung out hard for an hour and still be wanting more.

Also you'll know what it feels like to be a big boy one day, when you finally decide to take the training wheels off and get a real bike.

I am working on the training wheels... I have raised them up a few more centimetres. :woohoo:

Don't think I will get rid of them though, they really help with low speed manoeuvres... Gymkhana here I come.

[baffa]

George recommended Metzeler M3s for the fireblade.
Tyre Metzeler M3 front 130/70-16 $274 inc GST
Tyre Metzeler M3 rear 180/55-17 $329 inc GST
Any thoughts on this tyre? Reasonable prices?
I'm a bit limited with the 16 inch front tyre

[TOTO]

really good tyres.

[D3ADLYTuna]

I have not personally used the m3's but i hear they were quite good. I recently fitted dunlop Sportmax sportsmarts to my bike and i love them.
I have not ridden on a better tire so far. I havebarely done 100km's from new and they are planted, grippy and tip in very smoothly.

I could also suggest Conti Road attack 2's for good overall wear and life. And i hear M5's are also very good.

Depends how much you want to spend.

Who is this motorcycle doctor you speak of? my bike is in need of a service badly and i want the best deal possible.

[Sharry]

Are you sure you have only done 100kms on them? It feels like about 3 weeks ago that you bought new tyres.

Any way this is the motorcycle DR


http://www.motorcycle-doctors.co.nz/ServiceDetails.html

[TOTO]

we are going to be at the red bull city scramble tomorrow -

watch a video from previous 2010 - AWESOME ! - http://www.redbull.co.nz/cs/Satellite/en_NZ/Video/Red-Bull-City-Scramble---The-Video--021242759653024





http://www.redbull.co.nz/cs/RedBull/RBImages/000/000/246/646/photo610x343a/CS_Flyer.jpg

[Zapf]

George recommended Metzeler M3s for the fireblade.
Any thoughts on this tyre? Reasonable prices?
I'm a bit limited with the 16 inch front tyre

Have had M3's on CBR954 and CB919. Worked really good on both. Very sporty. Don't use as long distance tire, as it is not a sport touring tire for long trips.

I loved them on the Coro loop. Very confident inspiring.

[gravedigger]

Anyone going swarming tonight? :woohoo:

The weather looks like it might hold up...

[nzmikey]

George recommended Metzeler M3s for the fireblade.
Tyre Metzeler M3 front 130/70-16 $274 inc GST
Tyre Metzeler M3 rear 180/55-17 $329 inc GST
Any thoughts on this tyre? Reasonable prices?
I'm a bit limited with the 16 inch front tyre

So I was talking to a dude on Sat night at a mates Stag-do & he works @ colmans & he said the same thing to me about my Hornet . He said that the Metzeler M3 on the front are great .....

[wanpo]

baffa:
http://www.fireblades.org/forums/honda-fireblade/81633-98-99-17-front-wheel-conversion-answers.html

"my total investment was $185 for the swap, including the wheel, spacers, and machining. I would do it again in a heartbeat, I LOVE the way the bike feels on the new rim/tires."

may be worth a look.

[baffa]

Cheers all for the feedback. Im booked in for the steering head and front wheel bearings with George next week, and while hes about it Im replacing the rear sprocket, and gearing up a tiny bit to increase pick up. No complaints about the mid range, but there is no such thing as too much power ;)
Wanpo: I may try this eventually, but am keen to try what the bike feels like when its all sorted with new rubber. I do like how nimble it feels with the 16inch front wheel, so I may keep it stock for some time yet.
I may turn up for a ride tonight, but Ill only be cruising until I get this work done.

[Timmeh:P]

Toto, Wanpo... apparently we are on the back page of the Herald. World famous in NZ. Hellz is sending me a scan soon.

[gijoe1313]

I'm a bit under the weather tonight! :pinch: so no riding for me. The bugs the school kids have finally caught up with me :sweatdrop (I must be getting old, riding through the rain might have given me a little more a sniffle!)

But, if I pull off a recover between now and then ... :shifty:

[wanpo]

Acquiring WSBK Italy Rounds 3 & 4 as we speak.

If peeps were keen for a viewing, I can put off watching them for a viewing night (tomorrow maybe?)


Toto, Wanpo... apparently we are on the back page of the Herald. World famous in NZ. Hellz is sending me a scan soon.

I knew that was the best place to stand.

[Timmeh:P]

I knew that was the best place to stand.

:blink: See attached.

[TOTO]

i'm keen for a little bit of air...

[Timmeh:P]

I wont be coming along... I have a couch to go look at this evening. Yes boring house stuff... :yawn:

Keen for WSBK when you have downloaded it!

[gravedigger]

I wont be coming along... I have a couch to go look at this evening. Yes boring house stuff... :yawn:

Keen for WSBK when you have downloaded it!


Are you refering to the couch at home in your living room? :msn-wink:

[gale_wolf]

I'm out this week. The weather is crap and once again the couch is looking very inviting since there are plenty of xenos and heretics just waiting to be purged in Space Marine :ar15: And still 9 more levels to go in online PvP...

[TOTO]

oh well since everyone has piked I'm gonna too. might see yas at the movie night :p

[zeocen]

Hey guys I'll come to the swarm toni.... oh.... oh okay :bye:

[gravedigger]

oh well since everyone has piked I'm gonna too. might see yas at the movie night :p

What's this?!?!?!?!

I thought at least you were reliable... :oi-grr:

[gravedigger]

On a different note: I could steel the backpage of the NZ Herald at work.
Anyone keen to have it?

[baffa]

Ill rock up at 6-630, and see if anyones riding.

[wanpo]

Looks like we're good for a Superbike viewing tomorrow (Tuesday) night. PM me if you're keen, I'll pass on where it's at, probably a 7ish start.

[baffa]

Well it was a quiet night last night.
It was only me, the grave digger, and sharry off for a ride. I keep forgetting to fit a clear visor for these rides, so I had a bit of fun trying to see where I was going until I gave up and lifted the visor.
Ended up at that asian restaurant in old albany village, who forgot to give me my meal.
At least this time they didnt ask if we were hells angels, though with two girls and one guy in biker gear, they did keep their distance!

[Timmeh:P]

Looks like we're good for a Superbike viewing tomorrow (Tuesday) night. PM me if you're keen, I'll pass on where it's at, probably a 7ish start.

Will be there... :corn:

[Hellzie]

Looks like we're good for a Superbike viewing tomorrow (Tuesday) night. PM me if you're keen, I'll pass on where it's at, probably a 7ish start.

WOOO I have completed my university work that I needed to get done for a presentation tomorrow so I am up for Superbikes tonight. woo! See you all at 7ish. Me being the stalker that I am, no need to provide me with your address Wanpo. :wacko:

[Sharry]

Great stuff :woohoo:
I will take the car if any one on the west side of the bridge wants to be picked up

[gijoe1313]

Can't make it tonight, got to put in the hours in the ol'fush n'chup shop since mum is back in hospital for observation. Have a good safe ride to anyone fortunate enough to be out on two wheels! :bye:

[Sharry]

Say Hi to your mumsy for me Justin, I have been wondering how she is lately.

Is any one else up for a ride tonight ?

[gravedigger]

Just got back from a ride.
And I think that was it for today...

[Hellzie]

Ah, I forgot it was Monday today.... Should have saved some energy for the swarm... Have fun peeps. And look out for the morons cutting corners, lots of them out today. :wacko:

[English Kiwi]

Ah, I forgot it was Monday today.... Should have saved some energy for the swarm... Have fun peeps. And look out for the morons cutting corners, lots of them out today. :wacko:

Oh yeh it's Monday...well we would be free to come tonight...but unfortunately Ash has buggered his wrist and can't do much with it!

Are we still on for GP tomorrow night? At Robbie & Todd's?

[Hellzie]

Oh yeh it's Monday...well we would be free to come tonight...but unfortunately Ash has buggered his wrist and can't do much with it!

Are we still on for GP tomorrow night? At Rob & Toddie's?

I fixed it for ya. :facepalm:

[baffa]

Pretty sure i saw timmeh and hekllzie on my travels today down riverhead coatsville hway. Having a quiet night tonight, hope ur mums ok justin

[Hellzie]

Pretty sure i saw timmeh and hekllzie on my travels today down riverhead coatsville hway. Having a quiet night tonight, hope ur mums ok justin

That's highly likely as we were there at least twice... And in my case, 3 times. Hehe :woohoo: hope you had a nice ride. Did I wave?

[wanpo]

Yep, should be on for tomorrow; The HD version was just released, Grabbing it now

[baffa]

That's highly likely as we were there at least twice... And in my case, 3 times. Hehe :woohoo: hope you had a nice ride. Did I wave?

Show off =P
My rear tyre wont hold pressure for more than a day at the moment, so no long rides until I get it replaced. I was riding 2up with the gf on the blade, spotted you on the triumph struggling to keep up with a beautiful red machine :sunny:

[Hellzie]

Show off =P
My rear tyre wont hold pressure for more than a day at the moment, so no long rides until I get it replaced. I was riding 2up with the gf on the blade, spotted you on the triumph struggling to keep up with a beautiful red machine :sunny:

:angry2::angry2::angry2:

[Timmeh:P]

Yep, should be on for tomorrow; The HD version was just released, Grabbing it now

Will be there!!! See you guys tonight.

[wanpo]

Also have:
Moto3 race
Moto2 race
MotoGP qualifying

Bring storage if you want them.

[baffa]

Damn, I have soccer just after 8 tonight so unless you lot are still going at 9, ill be too late.
May be a good thing, as it seems Hellzie is now out for my blood

[Hellzie]

Damn, I have soccer just after 8 tonight so unless you lot are still going at 9, ill be too late.
May be a good thing, as it seems Hellzie is now out for my blood

Haha, nah I forgive you. Just don't do it again :shutup:

[Timmeh:P]

Also have:
Moto3 race
Moto2 race
MotoGP qualifying

Bring storage if you want them.

Awesome... lets watch all of em! :woohoo:

[English Kiwi]

Yep, should be on for tomorrow; The HD version was just released, Grabbing it now

Sweet as...

What time we meeting again? 7 like last time? :)

[gravedigger]

I might not make it until 7:30...

[TOTO]

don't wait up for me :innocent:

[wanpo]

Sweet as...

What time we meeting again? 7 like last time? :)

Yep meeting at 7:00


I might not make it until 7:30...

With typical biker banter, I don't imagine we will have started before then.


don't wait up for me :innocent:

Showing where your priorities lie ;) Should bring her along to the next one

[baffa]

don't wait up for me :innocent:

Our little Toto is growing up :nya:

[Timmeh:P]

don't wait up for me :innocent:

For christ's sake mate... Get her into biking and bring her along :scooter:

[Sharry]

Also have:
Moto3 race
Moto2 race
MotoGP qualifying

Bring storage if you want them.

Sadly I don't have storage for all those bikes :cry:

But if your refering to what can fit onto a DVD I shall bring one indeed :niceone:

[TOTO]

For christ's sake mate... Get her into biking and bring her along :scooter:


Filthy biker scum just like the rest of us - she already is :D

[Sharry]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOTO :banana: :clap: :wari: :wings: :first:

[Timmeh:P]

Filthy biker scum just like the rest of us - she already is :D

Hell yeah... Keep hold of her then!! :rockon:

[English Kiwi]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOTO :banana: :clap: :wari: :wings: :first:





Good spotting Sharry!!

Happy Birthday Toto!!!:yes:

[wanpo]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOTO :banana: :clap: :wari: :wings: :first:

Oh yeah, of course I knew that >.>

Happy Birthday bro

[Timmeh:P]

^^^Yeah... What they said.^^^

[TOTO]

Cheers Sharry. Come for chocolate treat at the flat :yes:

[wanpo]

There will be no Knife Fighting next week.

Tune in the following Tuesday for "Russian SAS, Spetsnaz: Tactical Knife Fighting".

[Hellzie]

Cheers Sharry. Come for chocolate treat at the flat :yes:

Thanks for the chocs, yum yum!


There will be no Knife Fighting next week.

Tune in the following Tuesday for "Russian SAS, Spetsnaz: Tactical Knife Fighting".

:Punk: Awesome, can't wait. Meanwhile, I shall spend this tuesday practicing what I learnt at the last Knife Fighting lesson... any volunteers?

[gravedigger]

:Punk: Awesome, can't wait. Meanwhile, I shall spend this tuesday practicing what I learnt at the last Knife Fighting lesson... any volunteers?


Maybe you can stab me... Than I don't have to leave the country in about 10 days :crybaby: :bye:
I so had enough of this...

[Hellzie]

Maybe you can stab me... Than I don't have to leave the country in about 10 days :crybaby: :bye:
I so had enough of this...

10 days?? That's on the 22nd?? Have you booked your flights?

Just tell them you have a track day that day and can't go.

[gravedigger]

10 days?? That's on the 22nd?? Have you booked your flights?

Just tell them you have a track day that day and can't go.


We are booking them right now. I just can't count though (apparently...) Flying out on the 23rd. So in theory could do the track day :innocent:
I'm just a bit scared that I crash and break something. If I don't die in the crash my boss will kill me for being so stupid and not being able to do the work... :spanking:

[Hellzie]

We are booking them right now. I just can't count though (apparently...) Flying out on the 23rd. So in theory could do the track day :innocent:
I'm just a bit scared that I crash and break something. If I don't die in the crash my boss will kill me for being so stupid and not being able to do the work... :spanking:

Ok so we're on for knife fighting lessons on the evening of the 22nd? I may be a bit tired from my track day though, so don't blame me if I accidentally stab you.. :pinch:

[gravedigger]

Ok so we're on for knife fighting lessons on the evening of the 22nd? I may be a bit tired from my track day though, so don't blame me if I accidentally stab you.. :pinch:


Sounds good. I'm sure you will do your best :innocent:

[baffa]

Two girls fighting, knives or not, that's entertainment!

Hoping the weather is good this weekend, gonna break in the new rear tyre, and new bearings up front. the bike feels so nimble now, when you tip it in it feels like you're riding a 250!

Bad news is the crappy undersized chain on the bike wont accomodate a new rear sprocket, so even though they are two months old, I have to replace the chain and front sprocket too.

[Gremlin]

Ideally you really should replace both sprockets and the chain at the same time, otherwise you'll suffer premature wear on the new part, shortening it's life.

Remember that the rear sprocket is 2-3 times the size of the front, so once the rear looks worn the front is probably fucked.

[baffa]

Yeah, I know. To explain though, around 2-3 months ago, just before I purchased the bike, the client told me the chain was getting replaced as it appeared rusty. They apparently also replaced the front sprocket, but not the rear. Since the chain is by no means old and the front looks okay, I was hoping to only have to replace the rear sprocket for now.


The problem with that is, the workshop fitted some cheap chain that isnt even the right size for the bike. It will not even accommodate a standard size rear sprocket. Not only that, but George pointed out to me just how crap it was, by flexing the chain, rolling the bike foward, and flexing it again. Big difference.

Long story short, the guy I bought it off shouldnt have bothered paying the workshop before I bought it, since they did a crap job with the plastic welding, fittied the wrong chain, and for all I know topped up the oil with WD40.

[gravedigger]

Anyone keen for a ride tonight?

[wanpo]

Anyone keen for a ride tonight?

You are, obviously.

[Timmeh:P]

Thanks to Wanpo for letting me take his baby out for a ride yesterday. :Punk:

Took Cammy out via Coatesville / Riverhead, Peak road to Kaukapakapa and back, then through the twisties on Ridge road. Got Cammys blood boiling... literally... By the time we got back to Wanpo's place she was running hot. But that's cause I treated it the way you should treat a sport bike... :banana:

[wanpo]

Thanks to Wanpo for letting me take his baby out for a ride yesterday. :Punk:

Took Cammy out via Coatesville / Riverhead, Peak road to Kaukapakapa and back, then through the twisties on Ridge road. Got Cammys blood boiling... literally... By the time we got back to Wanpo's place she was running hot. But that's cause I treated it the way you should treat a sport bike... :banana:

Damn hooligans on their 600s. Nah all good, she was due for a spin. Hope you had some fun; it seems everyone rides her harder than I do. I must just be a gentleman.

[gravedigger]

You are, obviously.

So would you if you knew that you wouldn't be able to do any more riding for at least 10 weeks.
Oh wait.... you do know how that feels :p

[gravedigger]

Since no one else seems keen, change of plans for me tonight...

[gijoe1313]

My girl is suffering from a cold, so I need to be the good boy and stay in and keep her company :cold::pinch:

Seems to be that time when it is a bit quiet on this front! Heck, 2nd week of my holiday break and I've hardly been able to get out and ride some roads! :no:

[nzmikey]

Was thinking about it ...... my rear tyre is in need of rounding off :o it seems that our wonderful NZ roads have made it kinda square & lop sided so i need to find some nice left handers to play with

[Timmeh:P]

Was thinking about it ...... my rear tyre is in need of rounding off :o it seems that our wonderful NZ roads have made it kinda square & lop sided so i need to find some nice left handers to play with

Square and lopsided tyres are not due to the roads, but the way those roads have been ridden. :psst:

[wanpo]

So would you if you knew that you wouldn't be able to do any more riding for at least 10 weeks.
Oh wait.... you do know how that feels :p

You've just gone on my shit-list

[Hellzie]

You've just gone on my shit-list

I gave Gravedigger negative rep for that. Can I ride Cammy?

[Timmeh:P]

You've just gone on my shit-list

No one cares.... :tugger:

[Timmeh:P]

I gave Gravedigger negative rep for that. Can I ride Cammy?

What do you mean?? I gave you a go when I had it... Oh s*%t... Wanpo isn't meant to know. :brick:

[baffa]

If only you lot rode as much as you talked sh!t, we'd have a decent turnout tonight :innocent:
Keen for a ride.

[gravedigger]

I gave Gravedigger negative rep for that. Can I ride Cammy?

Traitor... :angry: :weep: :weep:

[wanpo]

I gave Gravedigger negative rep for that. Can I ride Cammy?
no comment


What do you mean?? I gave you a go when I had it... Oh s*%t... Wanpo isn't meant to know. :brick:
*gets pen and shit list ready*


If only you lot rode as much as you talked sh!t, we'd have a decent turnout tonight :innocent:
Keen for a ride.
no comment :weep:

[nzmikey]

Square and lopsided tyres are not due to the roads, but the way those roads have been ridden. :psst:

My daily commute is 3km & there are 3 round abouts in my way, I have also been doin alot of m'way & town riding :yawn: of late .
SO i figured that for shits & giggles I may head up 16 to Wellsford it has been awhile . no set time as such going to be leaving the shore somewhere around 1830-1845

[Interceptor]

I had hoped to finally make it to the ride tonight, only to find out yesterday that my wife is out at a meeting so I am on family duties this evening.

No Hornet Swarm for me tonight :no:

[gale_wolf]

So I've just had 10 days off and didn't manage to do any riding in that time... wah.

I get back to work today and figure I'd take Cammy out for a spin because she's probably past due for a good thrashing... only to find that Wanpo's been pimping Cammy out to any old Timmeh, Dick, & Harry. Seems that Cammy's become the town bike... badum tish.

[baffa]

Sigh. You're all useless

[Sharry]

I would have liked to be there, had my foot on ice for the night. I have achiles tendonitis in one foot so am taking brufen and chilling it every hour or so :(

[wanpo]

I would have liked to be there, had my foot on ice for the night. I have achiles tendonitis in one foot so am taking brufen and chilling it every hour or so :(

You might say that's...


Your Achilles heel
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[Timmeh:P]

Damn hooligans on their 600s

600 > 1000

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR4P4hjTKgg&list=UUqhnX4jA0A5paNd1v-zEysw&feature=plcp

:shifty:

[wanpo]

600 > 1000

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR4P4hjTKgg&list=UUqhnX4jA0A5paNd1v-zEysw&feature=plcp

:shifty:

You try to back up your statement by posting a video of someone coming SECOND?

Runner-Up is wimp talk for first loser

[Gremlin]

600 > 1000

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BR4P4hjTKgg&list=UUqhnX4jA0A5paNd1v-zEysw&feature=plcp

:shifty:
Noob... thous are much more fun. Come to think of it, a 1200 is even more fun than a thou! :shifty:

[baffa]

You try to back up your statement by posting a video of someone coming SECOND?

Runner-Up is wimp talk for first loser

At least Mister second place can ride the bike home afterwards.

:Police:

[Sharry]

Talking about bikes, 600s and thous.... Are the MOTOGP movies being played tonight?

[wanpo]

Talking about bikes, 600s and thous.... Are the MOTOGP movies being played tonight?

There was no bike racing in the weekend. Shall continue next week with World Superbike

[Hellzie]

Noob... thous are much more fun. Come to think of it, a 1200 is even more fun than a thou! :shifty:

If my maths is correct, a 1200 would be .... DOUBLE the fun of a 600. :facepalm:

[wanpo]

If my maths is correct, a 1200 would be .... DOUBLE the fun of a 600. :facepalm:

you could fit all 4 cylinders of a supersport 600 into one side of Gremlin's engine.

[gale_wolf]

you could fit all 4 cylinders of a supersport 600 into one side of Gremlin's engine.
Gremlin's bike looks like it ate two supersport 600s and is still hungry for more.

[baffa]

The only problem there is that there is more power coming from the various headlights than the rear wheel :laugh:

[Timmeh:P]

The only problem there is that there is more power coming from the various headlights than the rear wheel :laugh:

Shit mate, dont bring up the headlights!! :facepalm:

[gijoe1313]

Well it seems with the successful installation of front and rear shocks into my girl's pulsar, I get to go on a little ride down to Wellywood. With Gremlin ... :facepalm: He has to do some work down there ... and me, just along for shits and giggles!

Been a whiles since I managed to get out down that ways! :innocent: So, tomorrow sometime, we should be heading off to do a bit of riding!

[wanpo]

Well it seems with the successful installation of front and rear shocks into my girl's pulsar, I get to go on a little ride down to Wellywood. With Gremlin ... :facepalm: He has to do some work down there ... and me, just along for shits and giggles!

Been a whiles since I managed to get out down that ways! :innocent: So, tomorrow sometime, we should be heading off to do a bit of riding!

You should leave next friday, then I can come with >.>

[Gremlin]

You're all jealous :bleh:

And yes, poor GiJoe, during his break, still gets no riding done. So being the good mate I am, I offer him the chance to tag along, to get out of the house and go annoy some of the people of Wellington. Wellington will still kick him out on Friday, but I'll only be back in Auckland on Sunday...

[baffa]

Thinking of getting lost in Northland tomorrow, and cruising up SH12 and doing a loop. The only times Ive been on that road I was a child, drunk, or hungover, so I dont remember what its like as a driving road.
Thinking of taking sh16 to Wellsford, then sh12 to the Hokianga Harbour for a late lunch, then looping back down. By my guesstimation this should be a reasonable days ride.
Thoughts?

[Hellzie]

Thinking of getting lost in Northland tomorrow, and cruising up SH12 and doing a loop. The only times Ive been on that road I was a child, drunk, or hungover, so I dont remember what its like as a driving road.
Thinking of taking sh16 to Wellsford, then sh12 to the Hokianga Harbour for a late lunch, then looping back down. By my guesstimation this should be a reasonable days ride.
Thoughts?

Let us know how you get on - the girlies are wanting to do a northern loop on Saturday - maybe not quite that far though as I have a track day on sunday!!! WOOOO! :woohoo:

[baffa]

Let us know how you get on - the girlies are wanting to do a northern loop on Saturday - maybe not quite that far though as I have a track day on sunday!!! WOOOO! :woohoo:

What a show off guy.
Where's the trackday this time? I was hoping to catch up with a few mates doing a four wheeled track day on sat at Hampton, but im stuck working

[Hellzie]

What a show off guy.
Where's the trackday this time? I was hoping to catch up with a few mates doing a four wheeled track day on sat at Hampton, but im stuck working

It's the ART day at Pukekohe - Cycletreads still have some vouchers... you know you want to....... :woohoo:

[gravedigger]

It's the ART day at Pukekohe - Cycletreads still have some vouchers... you know you want to....... :woohoo:


Are you now trying to tempt everyone here... :bleh:

[Timmeh:P]

Just got my entry form to Colleen for ART day at Hampton.

Currently there are 8 places left in G2, 11 spaces left in G3, G1 and G4 are 1/3rd full. Group 2 looks like it will be full by next week.

So get in quick if you want to secure your place!!


See all the cool people at Pukekohe ART day... The rest of you can go suck eggs! :kick:

[wanpo]

Just got my entry form to Colleen for ART day at Hampton.

Currently there are 8 places left in G2, 11 spaces left in G3, G1 and G4 are 1/3rd full. Group 2 looks like it will be full by next week.

So get in quick if you want to secure your place!!


See all the cool people at Pukekohe ART day... The rest of you can go suck eggs! :kick:

Sweet, just signed up for Group 3.

I'm planning on heading north next weekend, probably a 2 day thing up to Cape Reinga. let me know how yoru trip is and which roads to take.

[madbikeboy]

Well, apparently it's snowing in Hell. I went and dug Scoot out from whence she had been hibernating for a while, covered in dust and a dust cover... Scoot had been thrown in storage after the last track day I rode in NZ - but aside from a dead battery, strangely soft tires, and some bad connections in the ignition loom (thanks to ZXRider for wiggling wires until she screamed into life), she looks pretty good.

So, anyone up for a wee ride anytime soon?

Photographic evidence attached to prove that Scoot is no longer jammed in a shed with cobwebs, old cars, and my collection of jars of body parts...


262308262309

[baffa]

Fuck. Got as far as helensville before i heard a wierd noise over my earphones. The engine sounds really sick. Shit shit

[gravedigger]

Fuck. Got as far as helensville before i heard a wierd noise over my earphones. The engine sounds really sick. Shit shit


You don't seem to have much luck lately with your bike :shit:

Hopefully it's nothing too bad...

[wanpo]

My place in the Hampton ART day is confirmed. Get in quick, boys and girls.


Fuck. Got as far as helensville before i heard a wierd noise over my earphones. The engine sounds really sick. Shit shit
Shit bro, you're not having the best of luck with that bike.

[TOTO]

Well, apparently it's snowing in Hell. I went and dug Scoot out from whence she had been hibernating for a while, covered in dust and a dust cover... Scoot had been thrown in storage after the last track day I rode in NZ - but aside from a dead battery, strangely soft tires, and some bad connections in the ignition loom (thanks to ZXRider for wiggling wires until she screamed into life), she looks pretty good.

So, anyone up for a wee ride anytime soon?

Photographic evidence attached to prove that Scoot is no longer jammed in a shed with cobwebs, old cars, and my collection of jars of body parts...



Welcome back in the country Mike. Should definitely go out for a pootle. keen for cape reinga again ? :p

[madbikeboy]

Welcome back in the country Mike. Should definitely go out for a pootle. keen for cape reinga again ? :p

Hey, Lance and I keep popping into Treads only to discover that you're on holiday. Lance is whining about needing a new chain...

Another ride would be great, LOL!

[TOTO]

hey something interesting about motorbike tyres to watch

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[Sharry]

Thanks TOTO, that was very interesting indeed :niceone:

[Interceptor]

Anyone planning on forming a Hornet Swarm this Mon night? :scooter::scooter::scooter::scooter::scooter::scoo ter::scooter::scooter:

[wanpo]

Awesome trackday today.

Cheers to Tim/Tash for the lift out and back. And good work to Sharry for what she did to her rear tyre, and getting promoted to group 2.

I hope Deadly tuna is able to get things sorted as well, that sucks bro.

[jasonzc]

Hey Guys,

Long havnt been keeping up here for ages now. But i thought you guys might be the best bunch to talk to regarding this (esp Wanpo and interceptor).

Im looking to switch my cruiser for a VFR800, seen a few at the dealers test rode two. One was bit out of my price range and another one was almost straight swap. But the engine of the one that i could afford pulses a little at low revs (held at constant throttle) which can be a bit annoying in first when the throttle is just cracked sort of thing. Is this normal? And also is it normal for the clutch basket ( i think) to rattle a bit when the clutch is fully let out when in neutral gear?

I couldnt really compare the two that i rode cause the first one i was just concentrating on keeping the shiny side up, completely different beast to the cruiser lol.

Have to join you guys again for a cruise one of these Mondays!

Thanks!

[Interceptor]

Im looking to switch my cruiser for a VFR800, seen a few at the dealers test rode two. One was bit out of my price range and another one was almost straight swap. But the engine of the one that i could afford pulses a little at low revs (held at constant throttle) which can be a bit annoying in first when the throttle is just cracked sort of thing. Is this normal? And also is it normal for the clutch basket ( i think) to rattle a bit when the clutch is fully let out when in neutral gear?



No pulse or rattle on my VFR800. Mine is a 2006. One feature of the VTEC engine though is that only two of the four valves per cylinder are in use until 6,400 rpm and then all valves roar into life which can make it a bit tricky if you're not expecting it/watching the revs but this wouldn't have occurred though if you were holding at a constant throttle. To add... there is VFR thread on this forum so you may get some additional advice depending upon what year/model you're considering: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/48618-VFR-owners-thread-for-VFRPS-members-and-prospective-members

[gijoe1313]

Yeup, all good to go for tonight! Looks like some fine weather for riding! :msn-wink:

[Interceptor]

Yeup, all good to go for tonight! Looks like some fine weather for riding! :msn-wink:

Awesome, Darrell (R1) and I will be there :scooter::scooter:

Darrell has suggested maybe a trip via Matakana/Leigh - need to suss out options for eats though...

[gale_wolf]

It's been a while since I went for a decent ride so I'm planning to be there.

[wanpo]

Long havnt been keeping up here for ages now. But i thought you guys might be the best bunch to talk to regarding this (esp Wanpo and interceptor).
While normally I'm an authority on everything, I can't comment here; I'm yet to ride a VFR


Awesome, Darrell (R1) and I will be there :scooter::scooter:

Darrell has suggested maybe a trip via Matakana/Leigh - need to suss out options for eats though...
Isn't it gravel out around Leigh? done that loop once on Cammy; not a lot of fun on a superbike. Although if you do head by Matakana, you have to head to the peak up matakana valley road.

[Interceptor]

Isn't it gravel out around Leigh? done that loop once on Cammy; not a lot of fun on a superbike. Although if you do head by Matakana, you have to head to the peak up matakana valley road.

Ah ha okay thanks for that - I agree not much fun on gravel/metal (but maybe for Toto though!).

Hmmm, maybe a wee chat about route then before Matakana becomes the destination...

[D3ADLYTuna]

Thanks man, bike looked fairly munched. lol. which 1000 were you wanpo? crash appeared to be the worst for the day.
I really need to find the guys details for my insurance claim as there are photos and video showing what happened. If anybody knows him. lol
Just got one arm in a cast and a bit bruised but not too bad. sore thumb and shoulder. Least ill get insurance moneys.

[jasonzc]

While normally I'm an authority on everything, I can't comment here; I'm yet to ride a VFR

Woops i think i meant zeocen (sp?) Thanks though.

And sorry to hear about the crash to this person ^

:S

[gijoe1313]

Well it was a good ride last night, just a few of the crew enjoying some late night riding! Went out to the Rusty Pelican to savour some of its offerings, seems their quantities are too much for stomachs!

Thanks to Darrell for leading us out, always nice to have someone else as ride captain! :msn-wink:

gale_wolf must have downed a whole bottle of HTFU pills since he did the whole night without warm riding gear! :rolleyes:

Spot you all the next time!

[gijoe1313]

Thanks man, bike looked fairly munched. lol. which 1000 were you wanpo? crash appeared to be the worst for the day.
I really need to find the guys details for my insurance claim as there are photos and video showing what happened. If anybody knows him. lol
Just got one arm in a cast and a bit bruised but not too bad. sore thumb and shoulder. Least ill get insurance moneys.

Jeebus! Wth happened there!? :gob: I guess you are typing this with one hand! :pinch:

Good to see you are alive and kicking and still with a sense of humour! :baby:

[wanpo]

Thanks man, bike looked fairly munched. lol. which 1000 were you wanpo? crash appeared to be the worst for the day.
I really need to find the guys details for my insurance claim as there are photos and video showing what happened. If anybody knows him. lol
Just got one arm in a cast and a bit bruised but not too bad. sore thumb and shoulder. Least ill get insurance moneys.

I was on my quarter-thousand Hyosung, carving it up in group 2. Cammy wouldn't have been insured (since I don't have my road licence)

Good luck with all the insurance stuffs.

[Timmeh:P]

Thanks man, bike looked fairly munched. lol. which 1000 were you wanpo? crash appeared to be the worst for the day.
I really need to find the guys details for my insurance claim as there are photos and video showing what happened. If anybody knows him. lol
Just got one arm in a cast and a bit bruised but not too bad. sore thumb and shoulder. Least ill get insurance moneys.

Yeah the bike looked rather munched...

Sorry to hear of your injuries. Hope you recover quickly.

I am sure someone will have it on video... And if you do find video evidence... POST IT HERE!!

[wanpo]

Oh and a notice to interested parties:

We're on for World Superbikes Round 03 - Netherlands tonight at 7:00pm
I've also grabbed the Superpole this time, whether we watch it or not will be via show of interest.

Again if you're interested and don't know where I live, send me a PM.

See you there.

[LankyBastard]

Sounds like a plan, looking forward to it!!

Cast off on Friday :headbang:

[D3ADLYTuna]

I am sure someone will have it on video... And if you do find video evidence... POST IT HERE!!

Yea im still looking for the video. And i actually need the guys details for my insurance company as he was at fault. anybody recognise him.
Honda CBR 954. Berik leathers black and white. maybe early- mid thirties. kinda half bald. scrapes on the left side of his bike now.
I know its on video somewhere, just need his details to get him to cover my excess so my premiums dont go up.

heres hoping.:(

[gijoe1313]

Doh, you mean that he never showed up to say sorry even? Don't know all the details, but it sure sounds sucky! :no:

[Timmeh:P]

Yea im still looking for the video. And i actually need the guys details for my insurance company as he was at fault. anybody recognise him.
Honda CBR 954. Berik leathers black and white. maybe early- mid thirties. kinda half bald. scrapes on the left side of his bike now.
I know its on video somewhere, just need his details to get him to cover my excess so my premiums dont go up.

heres hoping.:(

Emailed Colleen from AMCC? She will have his name and rego.

[Hellzie]

Oh and a notice to interested parties:

We're on for World Superbikes Round 03 - Netherlands tonight at 7:00pm
I've also grabbed the Superpole this time, whether we watch it or not will be via show of interest.

Again if you're interested and don't know where I live, send me a PM.

See you there.

Can't make it tonight BOO :(

[English Kiwi]

Can't make it tonight BOO :(

:oi-grr::no: Slacker's you best have a good excuse :oi-grr::no:

[wanpo]

Can't make it tonight BOO :(

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(click image ^)

[D3ADLYTuna]

have emailed colleen, she has to ask mnz for ability to release details. the guy came and said sorry, and i asked him to pay my insurance excess but he just disappeared.:nono:
Dont have his details and still cant find the video as it would have been one of the spectators not the video guy. sucks. have gotten colleen to send out a plea asking for the video.
once i get his details i can put them down on my insurance claim so i dont have my excesses go up. :facepalm::argue::weep:

[baffa]

Would be keen but Ive got indoor footy.
Anyone doing anything for Anzac day?

[Timmeh:P]

Gutted... wont be making it tonight. :cry:

[Sharry]

I will be there :niceone: start without me at your peril :2guns:

[wanpo]

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Gremlin, I thought you said you didn't ride Mulholland drive.

[baffa]

Wow, the motoGp is amazing so far. If you get the chance to watch the moto3, dont miss it

[gijoe1313]

I'm feeling a little under the weather (tired for once!) so won't be heading out tonight! (getting old methinks! :facepalm:)

[wanpo]

I'm feeling a little under the weather (tired for once!) so won't be heading out tonight! (getting old methinks! :facepalm:)

: O

Methinks you just heard I have my licence back.

[wanpo]

Big swarm last night, wow. Long ride too.

MotoGP Round 2 - Jerez, Spain 7pm at 'the flat'

Also have Moto3 and Moto2 if we are wanting for more.

[Hellzie]

Big swarm last night, wow. Long ride too.

MotoGP Round 2 - Jerez, Spain 7pm at 'the flat'

Also have Moto3 and Moto2 if we are wanting for more.

So apparently the Moto3 was awesome. I think we should watch that instead of knife fighting lessons this week. What say you? :woohoo:

[Timmeh:P]

Will be there! :Punk:

[Timmeh:P]

Ignore the crappy editing, the corny intro... and I got bored at the end... Only spent a few hours on it. Could be a lot better.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCO5QczFcbw&feature=youtu.be

Wanpo was showing me a thing or two around Pukekohe, will be a different story once I get my Hyo 250! :shifty:

[Hellzie]

Wanpo was showing me a thing or two around Pukekohe, will be a different story once I get my Hyo 250! :shifty:

What, you mean you won't be able to keep up then? :love:

[Timmeh:P]

What, you mean you won't be able to keep up then? :love:

I was leaving that open to interpretation... Could have gone either way. <_<

[wanpo]

I was leaving that open to interpretation... Could have gone either way. <_<

open to interpretation?... go either way?

Timmeh, I thought you were spoken for. I appreciate the sentiment and all, but I'm a lone wolf.

Also I'd be keen to grab the raw footage as well.

[Timmeh:P]

open to interpretation?... go either way?

Timmeh, I thought you were spoken for. I appreciate the sentiment and all, but I'm a lone wolf.

:facepalm:

10char

[Timmeh:P]

I'd be keen to grab the raw footage as well.

No problem!

[gijoe1313]

Good night for some riding methinks! :msn-wink: See anyone (or no one there!) there, same place, usual time! :msn-wink:

Remember to tog up and add those layers! (Hmmm might try the heated handgrips on the hornet to see if they still work! :lol:)

[Maha]

Ignore the crappy editing, the corny intro... and I got bored at the end... Only spent a few hours on it. Could be a lot better.


Wanpo was showing me a thing or two around Pukekohe, will be a different story once I get my Hyo 250! :shifty:

That was a great watch Tim...the music fitted and only added to the 'interpretation'....:blip:

[Interceptor]

Good night for some riding methinks! :msn-wink: See anyone (or no one there!) there, same place, usual time! :msn-wink:

Remember to tog up and add those layers! (Hmmm might try the heated handgrips on the hornet to see if they still work! :lol:)

Unfortunately I can't make it tonight however Darrell (on R1) may make it though. Have a good swarm!

[gale_wolf]

Bummer, Mondays are looking like no-go for me for a while.

[English Kiwi]

Bummer, Mondays are looking like no-go for me for a while.

Same here...Monday's are currently no good! But might change once Squash finishes for the year!

We all on for tomorrow night's marathon?? GP and Superbikes??

[wanpo]

Same here...Monday's are currently no good! But might change once Squash finishes for the year!

We all on for tomorrow night's marathon?? GP and Superbikes??

World Superbike Round 4 - Monza, Italy and MotoGP Round 3 - Estoril, Portugal Tuesday 8th May, 7pm at 'the flat.'

I figure we start off with WSBK, races 1&2, then finish with the MotoGP.

[English Kiwi]

World Superbike Round 4 - Monza, Italy and MotoGP Round 3 - Estoril, Portugal Tuesday 7th May, 7pm at 'the flat.'

I figure we start off with WSBK, races 1&2, then finish with the MotoGP.

Sounds like a plan :) Will be a long night so we'll bring some nibbles :)

[TOTO]

World Superbike Round 4 - Monza, Italy and MotoGP Round 3 - Estoril, Portugal Tuesday 7th May, 7pm at 'the flat.'

I figure we start off with WSBK, races 1&2, then finish with the MotoGP.

sorry cant make it

[Sharry]

Should we all bring our fodda and start earlier since it is a long night?

[madbikeboy]

Are you saying the 7th or Tuesday? Can I get an invite too? I'll bring chocolate??...

[Jeeves]

Was a good ride guys. Catch ya next time.

[wanpo]

Are you saying the 7th or Tuesday? Can I get an invite too? I'll bring chocolate??...

Ooh, chocolate. Can anyone vouch for this guy? I don't believe we've met.

Also none of the races have been released to my normal place yet. Hopefully should be able to get them tomorrow morning

[Sharry]

Ooh, chocolate. Can anyone vouch for this guy? I don't believe we've met.

Also none of the races have been released to my normal place yet. Hopefully should be able to get them tomorrow morning

I can't look at him without hugging him to death :hug: Does that help??

And please, what is normal about your place :wacko:

[wanpo]

I can't look at him without hugging him to death :hug: Does that help??
Sweet, I'll PM him the details.


And please, what is normal about your place :wacko:
I meant my source that I get the races from

[gijoe1313]

Good loop ride around some roads I haven't ridden on for a long whiles! My girl was surprised I got home early (without taking the long way home! :innocent:)

The surprising thing was the lack of bugs, guess they must have had other things to do then splattering themselves against filthy biker scum! :innocent:

[Timmeh:P]

Hellz is home sick today... :( Dont think she will be able to make it. Will asses how she is when I get home and make a call on weather I can make it or not... May have to bring round my HD and get the races off you Wanpo!

[wanpo]

Hellz is home sick today... :( Dont think she will be able to make it. Will asses how she is when I get home and make a call on weather I can make it or not... May have to bring round my HD and get the races off you Wanpo!

Will asses how she is when I get home and make a call on weather I can make it or not...

Will asses
Freudian slip perhaps?


Hmm might just be MotoGP tonight. Still unable to get my hands on any of the other races

[Timmeh:P]

Freudian slip perhaps?


Hmm might just be MotoGP tonight. Still unable to get my hands on any of the other races

Baaahahaha... ***assess***

Get your mind out the gutter!!

[English Kiwi]

Hmm might just be MotoGP tonight. Still unable to get my hands on any of the other races

No worries...we'll still be there with a home made bread and dip as well :)

Hopefully the Superbikes will upload onto the interweb later today!

See you tonight!!

[TOTO]

I can't look at him without hugging him to death :hug:




Me too :)

___________________

[GSXR Trace]

whoa Mike, you got two people to not only say a good word on your behalf... but they even want to hug you! what god have you repented your sins to while you have been AWOL?! ;)

[Sharry]

whoa Mike, you got two people to not only say a good word on your behalf... but they even want to hug you! what god have you repented your sins to while you have been AWOL?! ;)

The man hath no sins to repent :sunny:
If he repent any thing it would have to be to the bike gods for putting Scoot into storage for so long :yes:

[GSXR Trace]

The man hath no sins to repent :sunny:
If he repent any thing it would have to the bike gods for putting Scoot into storage for so long :yes:

LMAO scoot is the reason he has sins... tell the story of driving past a police check point in your underwear, having ditched your bike Mike! :P Or was that one bullshit?
And sharry, i was only taking the piss... he is a friend of mine too remember

[gijoe1313]

Cor blimey, what a lucky geezer having two women fighting over him! luv a duck! :laugh:

[GSXR Trace]

Cor blimey, what a lucky geezer having two women fighting over him! luv a duck! :laugh:

Ha, not quite, you know me justin, be a smartarse as often as possible :innocent:

[wanpo]

Moto3 and WSBK stuff is finally up. Grabbing them now.

If anyone's keen I'll probably be watching them tomorrow night.

[Sharry]

Moto3 and WSBK stuff is finally up. Grabbing them now.

If anyone's keen I'll probably be watching them tomorrow night.

Excelent stuff Robbie, give me a txt if you are definatly watching :yes:

I'm starting to feel like a resident at your place...

[Hellzie]

I'm starting to feel like a resident at your place...

Tell me about it... I'm sometimes there even when wanpo and TOTO aren't.... :shifty:
e.g. last night

[madbikeboy]

LMAO scoot is the reason he has sins... tell the story of driving past a police check point in your underwear, having ditched your bike Mike! :P Or was that one bullshit?
And sharry, i was only taking the piss... he is a friend of mine too remember

Thank you both for the hugs - you a senior magistrate yet Tracey? As for the Dairy Flat incident, yes, it was true - I normally only make up shit about my sex life (sigh, or lack thereof). And the bike wasn't ditched, only temporarily located with a friend in the vicinity. Did I ever tell you my only threesome story? Am I the only guy to have ever miss out on a threesome with two kinda sorta hot chicks from laughing too much?

Hey, I've got a copy of that TT video, Closer to the Edge - but I guess you've all seen it several times?

Justin - you sound like you're almost married - RUN, Forest, RUN!!! Just kidding.

As for Scoot being in storage - there were actually cobwebs on her. And my Racetecs were blue from last time she was run. ..

[madbikeboy]

Excelent stuff Robbie, give me a txt if you are definatly watching :yes:

I'm starting to feel like a resident at your place...

You've got a track bike and tools. I'm moving in with you... :bleh:

[madbikeboy]

whoa Mike, you got two people to not only say a good word on your behalf... but they even want to hug you! what god have you repented your sins to while you have been AWOL?! ;)

I have made peace with the God of speed, and provided sacrifice on her fickle alter. I wish I could multi-quote, but I'm only just getting used to electricity and food that isn't served in paper bags. When we catchin' up?

[baffa]

So i hope my bike is still in one piece. Currently in the uk, having an amazing trip. Dropped in to donnington today to see the largest collection of F1 cars in the world, and wouldnt you know it, the motogp is on! Jelly much?

[gale_wolf]

baffa your bike was still in one piece when I last saw it. Wanpo brought it into work a couple of times this week.
I might have a leave pass for Tuesday night bike race watching though will miss the Monday night rides for a while. Anyone doing weekend rides let me know. Just using my gixxer for commuting really sucks

[GSXR Trace]

Thank you both for the hugs - you a senior magistrate yet Tracey? As for the Dairy Flat incident, yes, it was true - I normally only make up shit about my sex life (sigh, or lack thereof). And the bike wasn't ditched, only temporarily located with a friend in the vicinity. Did I ever tell you my only threesome story? Am I the only guy to have ever miss out on a threesome with two kinda sorta hot chicks from laughing too much?

As for Scoot being in storage - there were actually cobwebs on her. And my Racetecs were blue from last time she was run. ..

Nah I stopped once I had first class honours in law, I am now a forensic tech and doing my masters in forensic science. which was always the plan. I may change my mind and decide to dominate the world of law at some stage, but not now! lol

And you totally ditched that bike, along with your clothes, and stole a car... did I mention sins?!

I can't really comment on scoot, my baby hasn't been ridden in far too long, life has been getting in the way


I have made peace with the God of speed, and provided sacrifice on her fickle alter. I wish I could multi-quote, but I'm only just getting used to electricity and food that isn't served in paper bags. When we catchin' up?

i would put money on the fact that you will need to make another sacrifice soon, once you have been on the road on scoot for a few rides! :bleh: And no idea about a catch up, cause as I said... haven't ridden in ages, i think they others are starting to think i no longer exist, or was a figment of their imagination!

[Fast Eddie]

So i hope my bike is still in one piece. Currently in the uk, having an amazing trip. Dropped in to donnington today to see the largest collection of F1 cars in the world, and wouldnt you know it, the motogp is on! Jelly much?

yea bro! lucky son of a bitch lol

[wanpo]

So i hope my bike is still in one piece. Currently in the uk, having an amazing trip. Dropped in to donnington today to see the largest collection of F1 cars in the world, and wouldnt you know it, the motogp is on! Jelly much?

Bike's fine (much to that asian lady who tried to kill me's dismay).

Also you must be meaning the World Superbikes.

You guys didn't miss much with the Monza WSBK, first race was rained off, 2nd race was only 8 laps, and the coverage I have of it managed to completely skip all of the racing. So there was about 2 hours of watching bikes parked up on the starting grid.

Moto3 was good though, as per usual.

[baffa]

Yeah superbikes haha. That was clever. Good to see your getting some use out of the bike. Im missi g riding a bit, there are bikes everywhere here

[madbikeboy]

... and stole a car... did I mention sins?!

I can't really comment on scoot, my baby hasn't been ridden in far too long, life has been getting in the way



i would put money on the fact that you will need to make another sacrifice soon, once you have been on the road on scoot for a few rides! :bleh: And no idea about a catch up, cause as I said... haven't ridden in ages, i think they others are starting to think i no longer exist, or was a figment of their imagination!

You are virtual. An entity within the ether. That means you both exist and don't, both at once. I'm going to Sharry's tomorrow to help service the trackbike - if not then, then you need find an opportunity to hang out. I have many boring travel photos of things like Shelbys and GT500's, truckstops, bears, and mountain bike singletrack...

I didn't steal a car. I borrowed one. A person with a law degree with the sort of grades you get should pay more attention. :no:

[GSXR Trace]

You are virtual. An entity within the ether. That means you both exist and don't, both at once. I'm going to Sharry's tomorrow to help service the trackbike - if not then, then you need find an opportunity to hang out. I have many boring travel photos of things like Shelbys and GT500's, truckstops, bears, and mountain bike singletrack...

I didn't steal a car. I borrowed one. A person with a law degree with the sort of grades you get should pay more attention. :no:

LOL I'm busy tomorrow so will have to be another time.

And it's not borrowing if they don't know you are taking it, and you haven't asked or have a prior arrangement... it's conversion... don't try to spin it any other way, you may have returned it... but you still took it! :bleh:
The Crimes Act states that you are liable to imprisonment if you "dishonestly and without claim of right...takes or uses for his ... own purposes ... any vehicle"
Therefore you committed conversion!

[TOTO]

Biker movie/ superbike night at "The Flat" this tuesday for ze swarmers. TOTO is making pancakes for the guests. Tea on tap.

Start arriving from 6:30. Motorbiking watching will be startiong from around 7ish.

PM me if you dont know where "The flat" is.

p.s Madbikeboy is welcome too as long he gives us a hug :D

[madbikeboy]

Biker movie/ superbike night at "The Flat" this tuesday for ze swarmers. TOTO is making pancakes for the guests. Tea on tap.

Start arriving from 6:30. Motorbiking watching will be startiong from around 7ish.

PM me if you dont know where "The flat" is.

p.s Madbikeboy is welcome too as long he gives us a hug :D

I'm in. 10 chars....

[madbikeboy]

LOL I'm busy tomorrow so will have to be another time.

And it's not borrowing if they don't know you are taking it, and you haven't asked or have a prior arrangement... it's conversion... don't try to spin it any other way, you may have returned it... but you still took it! :bleh:
The Crimes Act states that you are liable to imprisonment if you "dishonestly and without claim of right...takes or uses for his ... own purposes ... any vehicle"
Therefore you committed conversion!

I like the non-lawyer part of you way more than the evil. Couldn't you use your intelligence for good instead?

[gijoe1313]

Well no riding for me tonight, and from the looks of the weather, I think everyone else will pass! Looks like tomorrow will be the big night in at chez TOTO/Wanpos! :innocent:

Weather is crap, my girl is tired, a wedding to plan, a house to buy :pinch:

When did I grow up? :gob:

[gale_wolf]

Well no riding for me tonight, and from the looks of the weather, I think everyone else will pass! Looks like tomorrow will be the big night in at chez TOTO/Wanpos! :innocent:

Weather is crap, my girl is tired, a wedding to plan, a house to buy :pinch:

When did I grow up? :gob:
Welcome to the wonderful world of over-30-something adulthood :laugh:

BTW, becoming a parent is next on your list, then you'll REALLY notice some big life changes :bleh:

[Interceptor]

Welcome to the wonderful world of over-30-something adulthood :laugh:

BTW, becoming a parent is next on your list, then you'll REALLY notice some big life changes :bleh:

I can vouch for that!

[wanpo]

I like the non-lawyer part of you way more than the evil. Couldn't you use your intelligence for good instead?

Trace? Intelligence? <img src="http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/101/503/536.png" />


Well no riding for me tonight, and from the looks of the weather, I think everyone else will pass! Looks like tomorrow will be the big night in at chez TOTO/Wanpos! :innocent:

Weather is crap, my girl is tired, a wedding to plan, a house to buy :pinch:

When did I grow up? :gob:


Welcome to the wonderful world of over-30-something adulthood :laugh:

BTW, becoming a parent is next on your list, then you'll REALLY notice some big life changes :bleh:


I can vouch for that!

Sucks to be you guys.
I'm going to be young forever.

[Interceptor]

Biker movie/ superbike night at "The Flat" this tuesday for ze swarmers. TOTO is making pancakes for the guests. Tea on tap.

Start arriving from 6:30. Motorbiking watching will be startiong from around 7ish.

PM me if you dont know where "The flat" is.



I will hopefully get to join you guys on Tue night once parenting duties are complete, probably around 730'ish :-)

[Interceptor]

Zeocen: Ahhhhhh Cawwwwwfeeeee...

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http://www.nzherald.co.nz/small-business/news/article.cfm?c_id=85&objectid=10805546

[TOTO]

Zeocen: Ahhhhhh Cawwwwwfeeeee...

Quoted Embedded Media Removed

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/small-business/news/article.cfm?c_id=85&objectid=10805546

yes but he paid only 20c. Real generous.

[madbikeboy]

Weather is crap, my girl is tired, a wedding to plan, a house to buy :pinch:



Run, Forest, RUN!

Cough, I mean, Congratulations!

[madbikeboy]

Trace? Intelligence?


I'm going to be young forever.

Well, she hangs with biker scum, so that's open to debate... :Punk:



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1TcDHrkQYg

[wanpo]

Got Superpole and race 1 and 2 are on their way now. Sorted for tonight's

World Superbike Round 5 - Donnington, Great Britain

[gijoe1313]

Since I didn't ride yesterday, my girl took pity - a pass to go tonight and be part of the non riding crew! :msn-wink: Guess I better bring my own seats since it looks like a full house! :eek:

[TOTO]

Since I didn't ride yesterday, my girl took pity - a pass to go tonight and be part of the non riding crew! :msn-wink: Guess I better bring my own seats since it looks like a full house! :eek:

we got seats :)

and plus wanpo usually sits on my knee anyway....

[gale_wolf]

Wanpo's going to be doing a release-day marathon session of Diablo 3 so Toto's knee will be free for someone else to sit on.

[GSXR Trace]

I like the non-lawyer part of you way more than the evil. Couldn't you use your intelligence for good instead?

Cause it's more fun to work for the dark side!


Well no riding for me tonight, and from the looks of the weather, I think everyone else will pass! Looks like tomorrow will be the big night in at chez TOTO/Wanpos! :innocent:

Weather is crap, my girl is tired, a wedding to plan, a house to buy :pinch:

When did I grow up? :gob:

So you mean I won't be able to ride/drive past your place as regularly any more?! I keep being tempted ot just call in and say hi, but soon won't be able to!

And growing up is over rated!


Trace? Intelligence?
I'm going to be young forever.


Well, she hangs with biker scum, so that's open to debate... :Punk:

you two are on very shaky ground with these comments...

[Interceptor]

Biker movie/ superbike night at "The Flat" this tuesday for ze swarmers. TOTO is making pancakes for the guests. Tea on tap.

Start arriving from 6:30. Motorbiking watching will be startiong from around 7ish.

PM me if you dont know where "The flat" is.

p.s Madbikeboy is welcome too as long he gives us a hug :D


Big thanks to Toto and Wanpo for an awesome night of televised biker mayhem! :mega: :ride::ride::ride::ride::ride::ride::ride:

[madbikeboy]

Big thanks to Toto and Wanpo for an awesome night of televised biker mayhem! :mega: :ride::ride::ride::ride::ride::ride::ride:

What? There were Honda owners in attendance?:no:

Seriously, thanks for the invite, the racing, and the pancakes delivered while wearing frilly aprons...

[Sharry]

Honda owners unite :heart:

Thanks guys, it was a great night with the company and pancakes to go with the racing :niceone:

[TOTO]

next tuesday is not too far away too :)

[madbikeboy]

Honda owners unite :heart:



Dyslexics - untie :bleh:

[wanpo]

It could easily have been two double podiums for us. I was in the lead, but Marco got in much too quick on both the last two corners. I didn't brake too hard and too late, but he came from a long way back and I had to lift off. I went to close the line, but Jonathan was there. Marco knows it was a big mistake. I don't blame Johnny. Obviously there are no team orders with BMW - Marco and I are both going for the championship, and that's racing.

In particular

I went to close the line, but Jonathan was there.

:wari:TOLD YOU!:wari:

[Hellzie]

On another note, Stoner is retiring at the end of 2012. :doh:

[English Kiwi]

On another note, Stoner is retiring at the end of 2012. :doh:

http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/motorsport/6944763/Casey-Stoner-announces-shock-retirement

I think the truth is he has had enough of 'Arm Pump'!!!!

Who will we mock next year!??!:bleh:

[wanpo]

http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/motorsport/6944763/Casey-Stoner-announces-shock-retirement

I think the truth is he has had enough of 'Arm Pump'!!!!

Who will we mock next year!??!:bleh:

Jorge Lorenzo