Finally, a new bike

[kiwifruit]

Its been a long 8 plus months since i've owned a bike, the last one, 07 R1, will be hard to top (not sure if i'll let jrandom ride this one :pinch: ).
Picking it up at 4:50pm today, my first brand new bike!
Will put some photos up when i get it home, after i've been for a ride.

:banana:

[Goblin]

About bloody time too.:yes: :sunny:

Have a great ride! :ride:

[jrandom]

Y'know, I hate "I'm being all mysterious about my new bike" threads.

I helped choose this one, though. So that's all right.

And he'd fuckin well better let me 'ave a go on it!

I'm still going to spill a bean or two here, mind you - it's not Japanese or European.

:sunny:

[Clivoris]

My mind boggles with possibilities.

[slofox]

Y - it's not Japanese or European. :sunny:

AHHHhhhh - KOREAN!!!!

[SPman]

I'm still going to spill a bean or two here, mind you - it's not Japanese or European.

:sunny:
So - he's bought a Vmoto..........

[jrandom]

AHHHhhhh - KOREAN!!!!

:sick:<tenchars>

[Dean]

lucky you, I'm jealous all the best in riding your new bike

PS.just watch out for the:Police:

[Finn]

It's an RC8. It couldn't possibly be a Triumph.

[Goblin]

Bet its a Buel!

[jrandom]

Bet its a Buel!

You're warmer than Finn.

Suffice to say kiwifruit hasn't owned anything quite like this before.

He's certainly spent less than this on a bike before, though.

:crazy:

[Finn]

Oh my god. Not a real bike! Kiwifruits got a Harley!

[SPman]

Of course....after all.....we KNOW he doesn't exceed the posted speed limit......

[jrandom]

Oh my god. Not a real bike! Kiwifruits got a Harley!

He did take some convincing, but purchasing a new machine from an American marque with decades of history and more racing heritage than he knew about to start with (even if its primary output over the years has been tourers) turned out to be easier than he expected.

I consider my work well done.

[jrandom]

Of course....after all.....we KNOW he doesn't exceed the posted speed limit......

I'm sure he's lost count of the number of times that 62mph limiter has saved his arse.

Speed kills, mmkay?

[Pussy]

XR1200? I wonder! Cool bike if it is

[cowpoos]

Waddiya get Al??? can I have a ride??


Ps: the 810 now lives in taupo...he has that rear stand of yours...and he knows its yours to collect when ya see him at the next mott trackday. ;)

[R6_kid]

It's a pushbike, is it not?

[cowpoos]

He did take some convincing, but purchasing a new machine from an American marque with decades of history and more racing heritage than he knew about to start with (even if its primary output over the years has been tourers) turned out to be easier than he expected.

I consider my work well done.
Oh dear god...he took your advice!!! [<---jokes lol]


Well...will he still be faster than ya?

[jrandom]

Well...will he still be faster than ya?

We shall see.

[Finn]

It's a bloody push bike.

[Xile]

awesome mate!
good on ya, cant wait to see the beast (whatever brand is!! :p)

[stify]

Y'know, I hate "I'm being all mysterious about my new bike" threads.

I helped choose this one, though. So that's all right.

And he'd fuckin well better let me 'ave a go

:sunny:

ohh lot's of :hug: before the choice then???....

[shafty]

Shall I start the drum roll about now..............................?

[kiwifruit]

Just got back from my first ride on it (http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/bikes/road/1_series/17u/), what a machine! Very light and responsive. :sunny: :sunny:
Didn't realise i was out so long, time flys when you are having fun.....






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[saul]

You used to be such a fun guy:shit:

[Goblin]

:laugh: Lollies!!

Now what undies are ya wearing?? Any chafing?

[Trudes]

Love the colour scheme there Mr. Fruity... red and white is hot!!!!;)

[XxKiTtiExX]

thats hot :love:

[shafty]

Pussy Magnet!

[Mr Skid]

Sort out those reflectors will ya?

[kiwifruit]

Sort out those reflectors will ya?

yes, i have done :pinch:
i'm after a bell now... something like: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Sports/Cycling/Parts-accessories/Other/auction-202150250.htm *hovers over buy now*



Now what undies are ya wearing?? Any chafing?

None!! :crazy:
As instructed by a man that knows about these things. Apparently thats how its done....No chafing at all.

[SixPackBack]

'fruit you mightas well have bought a honda........

[sinfull]

Pussy Magnet!

Don't know about magnet, but too many hours on that saddle and he'll grind one out !

[AllanB]

So many questions

What tyres to run and what pressure?

What chain oil to use?

Will monos bugger the head bearings?

Anyone know where to get hard luggage for this model?

And the big one.............

Will he get his knee down?

[TOTO]

..........RSVR :clap:

[Trudes]

What you need is one like This (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3GtbY2vTBs) .... get one of these (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Car-parts-accessories/Other-accessories/auction-201895023.htm).:blink:

[Bren]

Total Letdown...that was a waste of 2 minutes of my day:angry2:


Tell us when ya get a real bike mate!

[vifferman]

You know your cat's thinking, "Mrrroawrrrrr.... I'm gonna piss on that, first chance I get..."

[Matt Bleck]

See you on the 27th........

[sinfull]

Ok i'll put money on the fact he can still get a knee down !!!

[saul]

Ok i'll put money on the fact he can still get a knee down !!!


I'll take you up on that:niceone: even though hes not wearing undies :devil2:Hes getting soft

Paul told me:drool::rolleyes:

[sosman]

Lol nice one Kiwi...Ya gonna lead out group 1 at the next trackday?
I think ya missing some spokes,but hmmn Aero rims & alloy frame nice :clap:

[kiwifruit]

Lol nice one Kiwi...Ya gonna lead out group 1 at the next trackday?


sure am! :sweatdrop

[BarBender]

Nice rig Fruity :clap:...is that a Madone?

Looks like I may see on the roads in the next year or so....:whistle:

[kiwifruit]

Nice rig Fruity :clap:...is that a Madone?

Looks like I may see on the roads in the next year or so....:whistle:

Na bro, its *only* a 1.7
http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/bikes/road/1_series/17u/
still alot of bike for me, at this stage!

I look forward to it bro... i'm gonna do some big tours too, like picton to milford via the west coast (once i'm fit!), want to come? :D

[Mr Skid]

I think it needs some work, perhaps you could take inspiration from this bike. http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wb8bAl1P-N0/SWugw1G1saI/AAAAAAAAFkg/FqC2s2uPQac/s1600/world

[BarBender]

Na bro, its *only* a 1.7
http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/bikes/road/1_series/17u/
still alot of bike for me, at this stage!

I look forward to it bro... i'm gonna do some big tours too, like picton to milford via the west coast (once i'm fit!), want to come? :D

Wont take you long...

Milford to Picton!? Id kill myself on the first climb! Thats awesome!

Only just getting into this cycling caper and loving it. Ask me again in 6 months or so....

[kiwifruit]

Wont take you long...

Milford to Picton!? Id kill myself on the first climb! Thats awesome!

Only just getting into this cycling caper and loving it. Ask me again in 6 months or so....

oh me too bro! Even the smallest incline gets my legs burning.... can only improve i recon :rockon:


Mr skid, that attachment took me 24 hours to download, its bigger than my lounge... just you wait til cajun get 'old of you

[jrandom]

i'm gonna do some big tours too, like picton to milford via the west coast (once i'm fit!), want to come? :D

Autumn 2011.

You might want to get a few training miles in before then.

:doobey:

Ain't cycling grand though?

[kiwifruit]

Autumn 2011.

You might want to get a few training miles in before then.

:doobey:

Ain't cycling grand though?

i want to do et before then :chase:

yes, it sure is!

[HenryDorsetCase]

He did take some convincing, but purchasing a new machine from an American marque with decades of history and more racing heritage than he knew about to start with (even if its primary output over the years has been tourers) turned out to be easier than he expected.

I consider my work well done.

Ah, a 1947 Indian Chief?

An Excelsior-Henderson?

a Coker?

[jrandom]

Ah, a 1947 Indian Chief?

An Excelsior-Henderson?

a Coker?

A Trek.

Read the rest of the thread.

[TONO]

Na bro, its *only* a 1.7
http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/bikes/road/1_series/17u/
still alot of bike for me, at this stage!
D

Shit man! I have never seen someone so healthy yet so SICK:eek::spanking: