Midweek Meanders, Wednesday, BP Fitzherbert 6ish

[sarahtvet]

Having a chat last night and decided that there was too long between the weekend and Friday night rides so a plan was hatched. Pootle mid week, was the fix :yes: :ride:

Plan was for a exploratory excursion with Bonez being nominated route finder (I still don't know where anywhere is :lol:)

There are quite a few newbies who want to clock up the k's and get to know the goup better so a perfect opportunity. Not going to be as fast or as far as on Fridays but will surely be fun. See you there :sunny::soon:

[Bonez]

Plan was for a exploratory excursion with Bonez being nominated route finder (I still don't know where anywhere is :lol:)Best known plans are known to go haywire. Basicly the place and timish has been set and its up to those who turn up to sort out where to go. Obviously a route can be posted in this thread. As Sarah mentioned this is more aimed for the less experianced/newer riders, but anyone is welcome.

I beleive the CDs have a pooddle from there every other Weds too.

[sarahtvet]

sly meeting at BP rangitiki at 540 and going to ride with wanga riders this wednesday if anybody wants to join up with them see his post on wednesday night ride. We will be at FH as agreed at 6pm for those who want to stay local :ride: may even drag the brother from the UK along :2thumbsup:

[Bonez]

Bad month for family members. Dads been admitted to hospital so am over at Hastings with Mum. Things aint to grand and unsure when I'll be back.

[ynot slow]

Bad month for family members. Dads been admitted to hospital so am over at Hastings with Mum. Things aint to grand and unsure when I'll be back.

Sad to hear,hope all will be ok,worst part of being the kids of the family is when parents age.Hang in there,best wishes from us all.

[Bonez]

Sad to hear,hope all will be ok,worst part of being the kids of the family is when parents age.Hang in there,best wishes from us all.Cheers for the kind words Tony.

[86GSXR]

Very sorry to hear this Bonez, know what it's like. As Tony said, lots of good wishes going your way from here.

[KiwiKat]

Bad month for family members. Dads been admitted to hospital so am over at Hastings with Mum. Things aint to grand and unsure when I'll be back.

Really sorry to hear that Bonez.

Wednesday Night Ride. BP FH 6:00 - Not wanting to confuse things but Central Districts Wednesday night ride / Cafe cruise is also on Wednesday at 6:00 from BP Metro (Cnr Princess and Fergusson).

There could be a lot of bikes out so make sure you're with the right group. :dodge: You would be welcome to tag along with Central Districts if you wanted to and maybe pickup some routes. Things are really hectic here so I won't be out. Enjoy.

[GSVR]

Having a chat last night and decided that there was too long between the weekend and Friday night rides so a plan was hatched. Pootle mid week, was the fix :yes: :ride:

Plan was for a exploratory excursion with Bonez being nominated route finder (I still don't know where anywhere is :lol:)

There are quite a few newbies who want to clock up the k's and get to know the goup better so a perfect opportunity. Not going to be as fast or as far as on Fridays but will surely be fun. See you there :sunny::soon:

Shame about Bonez not being able to attend (hope all goes well for you). I'm keen for a leisurely ride and might be able to come up with an idea for where to go by 6pm. See you there if I don't get all keen and head out to your place before hand.

[gobypod]

Hey guys, just got learners but no real experience riding so want a hand in a car park one evening to just get a better feel for riding before i test drive stuff and get a bike and join you. If anyone would be willing to help me out there and let me fill their tank or something i'd be grateful. can contact me on 0275134364. Cheers, David.

[slydesigns]

Your not the guy I spoke to at the Warehouse are you?

[sarahtvet]

Shame about Bonez not being able to attend (hope all goes well for you). I'm keen for a leisurely ride and might be able to come up with an idea for where to go by 6pm. See you there if I don't get all keen and head out to your place before hand.

Really sorry about your Dad Bonez, anything you need just shout :yes:You were missed last night of course :ride:

Gary and my bruv on the Daytona got to escort the babes on hondas:lol:
Maria (not on here yet) did a storming job and we had a lovely pootle out past bunnythorpe, colyton, colyton lookout and then arrived early at the waterford so headed off down pohongina valley east. Ni and Gary went for a play and Maria got some twisties under her tyres :2thumbsup:
Perfect night and the views were awesome.

Saw the CDers at bunnythorpe and no confusion thanks for the warning. Would have been too fast for us:lol:

Sly caught up with us at the pub, the new camo gear not here yet so we recognised him :lol:
That daytona is gorgeous :love: Would look better in caspian blue of course but you can't have it all:lol:

The guys rode back with us to Ashurst and Ni and I delivered Maria glowing after her first 'REAL" ride. She is keen to get out as often as possible so won't be long before she is out on a Friday:soon:

Gr8 night for a meander and Gary managed to keep us all under some sort of control.

Did have to tell Maria not to follow Ni when he was slaloming the daytona along the the white line :confused: These visiting poms can't work out how to ride on roads that aren't clogged with traffic!!!

[gobypod]

Sure am the guy that chatted with you at the Warehouse! will get it all sussed soon i'm sure!

[sarahtvet]

Sly caught up with us at the pub, the new camo gear not here yet so we recognised him :lol:
That daytona is gorgeous :love: Would look better in caspian blue of course....

Didn't get many pics we were too busy riding or in the pub :innocent:
A few of the bronzed Daytona.

Hey Sly you should post the one you sent on text, great angle and anybody seeing it will be itching for a ride :lol:

[sarahtvet]

Pootle mid week, was the fix :yes: :ride:


Will be Tuesday this week unless anybody else will organise a Wednesday run.
Off to Eric Clapton in Auckland and Horse and I and possibly GSVR will be riding up there Wednesday and back Thursday. Feel free to come find us or ride part way if you are free :ride:

Meeting Ynot and Mrs when we get there:wari:


Tuesday plan is a short slow one and then a play in the carpark to get some braking and slow riding skills. Off to play on the gravel too so visitors to the house on the hill feel safe leaving :bye:

Same time same place :sunny:

[ynot slow]

Will be Tuesday this week unless anybody else will organise a Wednesday run.
Off to Eric Clapton in Auckland and Horse and I and possibly GSVR will be riding up there Wednesday and back Thursday. Feel free to come find us or ride part way if you are free :ride:

Meeting Ynot and Mrs when we get there:wari:

Tuesday plan is a short slow one and then a play in the carpark to get some braking and slow riding skills. Off to play on the gravel too so visitors to the house on the hill feel safe leaving :bye:

Same time same place :sunny:

Be well and truley onto capacino alert by the time you get there,ride safe as it is a biggish race day at Ellerslie,but the traffic should be gone by 2.00pm.

Tuesday sounds the bizzo,nearly dropped the bike again this arvo,in the bloody shed,thought the stand was down,but was 1/2 up,leant bike over and kept going,thought wtf,bike is bloody heavy at that angle.Thought thank you to grandad & dad for having horses,getting on and off the correct (near)side works on a bike and nag,nearly took out copious export stubbies if she had gone down too.

[Bonez]

Well a good evening. Gary and Dogs popped into the garage for a quick natter before we left. Then off to a Massey car park so Sarah, Horse and Maria could do some slow handling stuff. Figure 8s, slow speed braking and U turns. Sarah and Horse doing a good job of showing Maria the ropes while I supervised. I'm good at that ;). Good thing was with the cars about a good deal of situational awareness was required too. Good effort people. After that a run over the track, balance, gorge then home.

[Meanie]

Well a good evening. Gary and Dogs popped into the garage for a quick natter before we left. Then off to a Massey car park so Sarah, Horse and Maria could do some slow handling stuff. Figure 8s, slow speed braking and U turns. Sarah and Horse doing a good job of showing Maria the ropes while I supervised. I'm good at that ;). Good thing was with the cars about a good deal of situational awareness was required too. Good effort people. After that a run over the track, balance, gorge then home.

Nice.............

[Timaa]

anyone up for a ride today or tonite? pm me and txt 0275797311... if anyone is still keen to do the wed nyt ride then meet at bp rangitiki at 6pm.

[slydesigns]

If the ride heads in the general direction of Himatangi, I'll do it as I'm heading that way tonight. 021 074 0837 if you are Tim.

[Timaa]

well im keen but dont know the way and dont know if anyone else is turning up? ill be at bp at 6 and well see wat happens.

[Bonez]

Nice.............Cheers James. A few piccys. Garys new white bike, Marias 250 and Horses draft. Sarah about to do an emergency stop a foot away from me. Maria fondling her bike with Sarah egging her on.

[Meanie]

Cheers James. A few piccys. Garys new white bike, Marias 250 and Horses draft. Sarah about to do an emergency stop a foot away from me. Maria fondling her bike with Sarah egging her on.

Nice pics bonez but are you one missing, the first one, Gary,s white bike?

[Bonez]

Nice pics bonez but are you one missing, the first one, Gary,s white bike?The thing in the background.

[Owl]

The thing in the background.

Nice bike Garry!:niceone:

[GSVR]

Nice bike Garry!:niceone:

Thanks Al. Its the improved version!

1/ Doesn't fall on its side.
2/Don't get wet when it rains.
3/When its cold you can turn on a heater.
4/You can cart all your gear around in it.
5/In a collision you have much less chance of injury.
6/You can operate it barefoot and without a helmet...
7/Tires last alot longer and cost less.


The advantages are endless...

[86GSXR]

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

[Bonez]

The advantages are endless...Shhhh, everyone 'ill want one.

[KiwiKat]

Thanks Al. Its the improved version!

1/ Doesn't fall on its side.
2/Don't get wet when it rains.
3/When its cold you can turn on a heater.
4/You can cart all your gear around in it.
5/In a collision you have much less chance of injury.
6/You can operate it barefoot and without a helmet...
7/Tires last alot longer and cost less.


The advantages are endless...

8/ Takes a ramp
9/ Refreshment wagon for 'Real' motorcyclists
10/ T.E.C. (always on the pickup)
Airbed, pump and dolls optional extras.

[Horse]

Garys new white bike, Marias 250 and Horses draft.

Cheers Bonez. My bike looks so clean in that pic. Looks a bit different now after nearly 1200km to Auckland and back - filthy would be an understatement! :)

[Bonez]

Cheers Bonez. My bike looks so clean in that pic. Looks a bit different now after nearly 1200km to Auckland and back - filthy would be an understatement! :)Sweet. Proves you did a good job on the belt ;).

[Meanie]

Cheers Bonez. My bike looks so clean in that pic. Looks a bit different now after nearly 1200km to Auckland and back - filthy would be an understatement! :)

Good job horse :2thumbsup

[kiwi_adam]

Hey guys, Newbie here, whens the next ride?
cheers Adam

[Meanie]

Hey guys, Newbie here, whens the next ride?
cheers Adam

Welcome to kb dude, tonight at mobil Ashhurst at 6.00pm as long as its not raining.

[86GSXR]

Hey guys, Newbie here, whens the next ride?
cheers Adam

Hey Adam, camera customer here dude. Are you keen for Sunday?

[sarahtvet]

Thanks Al. Its the improved version!

1/ Doesn't fall on its side.
2/Don't get wet when it rains.
3/When its cold you can turn on a heater.
4/You can cart all your gear around in it.
5/In a collision you have much less chance of injury.
6/You can operate it barefoot and without a helmet...
7/Tires last alot longer and cost less.


The advantages are endless...

Not convinced, I like the silver one better :scooter: Faster, lighter, corners well and don't forget you promised to let me ride it on the track to prepare me for the power of the blue beast :love:



Maria fondling her bike with Sarah egging her on.

Excuse me no fondling on THAT ride :lol:


Cheers Bonez. My bike looks so clean in that pic. Looks a bit different now after nearly 1200km to Auckland and back - filthy would be an understatement! :)

I did 1300km what route did you take. I am sure that you were infront of me much of the time. Muust have taken a shortcut to catch up with me on the desert road :shutup:

[kiwi_adam]

Starting to regret taking up late nights,
will hopefully catch the next one.
definately keen to make it out.
As for Sunday, am always keen,
weather and time permitting

[sarahtvet]

Starting to regret taking up late nights,
will hopefully catch the next one.
definately keen to make it out.
As for Sunday, am always keen,
weather and time permitting

Always good to see new faces. We can adapt ride to sort ability and time constraints if needed :ride:

The weather is improving so should be a good one today:ride:

[86GSXR]

Going for a wee ride tonight (Monday) as it's a nice evening - straight after work, meet up at BP Rangitikei at 5:30pm.

In the name of simplicity, I suggest that the title of this thread be changed to 'The Not The Friday Night Ride Thread' or something equally witty. That way, if ppl want to go riding during the week, they can just post it here. Friday night is half weekend baby :rockon:

[Bonez]

In the name of simplicity, I suggest that the title of this thread be changed to 'The Not The Friday Night Ride Thread' or something equally witty. That way, if ppl want to go riding during the week, they can just post it here. Friday night is half weekend baby :rockon:Has a nice ring or you could just cut out the "wed".

[86GSXR]

Affirm. And perhaps the "mid". Then you have the perfect place to go week night, or day, riding. Viola :)

[KiwiKat]

Mid Week Meanders rings of pure poetry, Sam Hunt would be eating his crusts with pride. N.B. Week starts Sunday ends Saturday.

[Bonez]

Mid Week Meanders rings of pure poetry, Sam Hunt would be eating his crusts with pride. N.B. Week starts Sunday ends Saturday.Agreed. Anyway Sarahs call I should think.

[sarahtvet]

Mid Week Meanders rings of pure poetry....

You say the sweetest things :sunny:

'Its easy to see I've got the music in me ....' Faster Pussycat :lol:

[sarahtvet]

Starting to regret taking up late nights,
will hopefully catch the next one.


Look forward to taking you for a ride :ride: We try and have at least one adventure :sunny:

Advice following last weeks adventure is ' if you ride a Triumph don't stop to take photos when the 5th of the month falls on a Thursday'....:lol:

[KiwiKat]

You say the sweetest things :sunny:

'Its easy to see I've got the music in me ....' Faster Pussycat :lol:

Thanks Sarah.:laugh: I politely request that your tiger stops kissing my kats butt on rides.:chase:
Not a good week for midweek meanders but long range weather forecast for Saturday and Sunday is fine.

[ynot slow]

Advice following last weeks adventure is ' if you ride a Triumph don't stop to take photos when the 5th of the month falls on a Thursday'....:lol:

DON'T buy a Triumph then:Pokey:,quality heavy suzuki stays up ok in strong winds.:Playnice:

[kiwi_adam]

Any1 up for a ride this arvo?
Weathers on and off but if it clears up ill head out.
Ideas welcome, can b contactd 021 176 3473,
Looking 4ward 2 hearin from yas
Cheers

[Horse]

Any1 up for a ride this arvo?

BP Fitzherbert tonight at 6pm.

[slydesigns]

... yeah.... ok.... maybe.... you twisted my arm.... I'm having electrical issues due to my impatience and shite wiring. Wiring is all sorted but now the battery went flat yesterday. Bikes charging ok so there should have been no excuse for it, other than the obvious wiring and the fact its british. Charging all day and night SHOULD solve it, so I'll try to be there AND on time


2 for 2.

EDIT: Actually, I'm not so sure on the ride now. Just been down the river and in the downpour thats come up from the south island. Its icy cold out today.

[Horse]

Yeah, it's not too flash atm. In saying that, I've been waiting for weeks for an opportunity to try out my new helmet in the rain, so I'll be there at 6pm regardless. It's quite possible I'll be the only one though. :D

[yod]

... yeah.... ok.... maybe.... you twisted my arm.... I'm having electrical issues due to my impatience and shite wiring. Wiring is all sorted but now the battery went flat yesterday. Bikes charging ok so there should have been no excuse for it, other than the obvious wiring and the fact its british. Charging all day and night SHOULD solve it, so I'll try to be there AND on time


2 for 2.

EDIT: Actually, I'm not so sure on the ride now. Just been down the river and in the downpour thats come up from the south island. Its icy cold out today.

liking the sigpic :niceone:

shouldn't there be a similar instruction on the front of the bike saying "Hondas Go Here" and another at the back saying "Kwakas Go Here" ?

just a thought.....

:dodge:

[sarahtvet]

I politely request that your tiger stops kissing my kats butt on rides.
Not a good week for midweek meanders but long range weather forecast for Saturday and Sunday is fine.

I don't have a TIGER must be confusing me with somebody else. Lucky so many are kissing your kiwi butt hey. I am the one with the beautiful blue beast :love: and I apologise if I was too close for comfort, I do know how to brake ya know :lol:
I will let you watch mine next time:chase:

Looks like a wednesday washout for sure.

Sunday the 15th might be too much of a risk for me, take SK1PY I think. Looking forward to some sun....


DON'T buy a Triumph then,quality heavy suzuki stays up ok in strong winds.

Suzuki doesn't go out of the garage unless it is a hot day with no wind :playnice:

Hope it is happy to snuggle up with a superior bike soon :2thumbsup:


. I'm having electrical issues Need better batteries maybe :innocent:


. fact its british. Charging all day and night SHOULD solve it, so I'll try to be there AND on time

Nothing wrong with the British, you can't complain, a short ride and you went after your own like a ferret down a rabbit hole I seem to remember:lol:
They just like to be loved a lot and spoilt a little. It will settle down soon. The beast was temperamental when it first arrived but it is under control most of the time now, only lies down occasionally :sleep:
No way you will be there on time :bleh:


Yeah, it's not too flash atm. In saying that, I've been waiting for weeks for an opportunity to try out my new helmet in the rain, so I'll be there at 6pm regardless. It's quite possible I'll be the only one though. :D

Sorry mate but looking at the weather I may be a lightweight. Still need to pack for the second auckland adventure and the flight is 7am :-(
If it slows down a little I will bring the Daytona for a wash before it goes into get spruced up!!

[Bonez]

Wet weather gear is in the wash-Doh!!

[kiwi_adam]

Yeah, it's not too flash atm. In saying that, I've been waiting for weeks for an opportunity to try out my new helmet in the rain, so I'll be there at 6pm regardless. It's quite possible I'll be the only one though. :D

ill join ya, c u 6ish

[Bonez]

Horse, Adam and I (found some makeshift cobber at the last minute) searched and searched but buggered if we could find a decent down pour to test Horses new helmet.

Spotted a cow on the road but trusty Horse on his trusty traction engine soon had that sorted. Off up to Sarahs for coffee and nibbled on some balls after giving up our quest. Saw some bitch who was giving Garfeild a hard time and I got a good lick'n by a big dog.

No pics. You had to be there......................

Nice meeting you Adam see you Friday maybe.

[Meanie]

Horse, Adam and I (found some makeshift cobber at the last minute) searched and searched but buggered if we could find a decent down pour to test Horses new helmet.

Spotted a cow on the road but trusty Horse on his trusty traction engine soon had that sorted. Off up to Sarahs for coffee and nibbled on some balls after giving up our quest. Saw some bitch who was giving Garfeild a hard time and I got a good lick'n by a big dog.

No pics. You had to be there......................

Nice meeting you Adam see you Friday maybe.

Awesome, Pleased you got out for a ride
A bit worried about the later end of your post, especialy the licking balls bit :sweatdrop

[kiwi_adam]

all in all was a great evenin,
was a shame we didnt find the rain,
cheers 4 the coffee sarah, nd cheers for th ride Bones & Horse,
will definately try 4 friday!
:yes:

[Horse]

I'm afraid to comment. :)

Nice little pootle, and where was the fricken rain? I even went on a longer tiki tour on the way home, but the skies were clearing. I can see _stars_ out there, damn it!

It was actually a nice evening for a ride over the hill, and we were taking it easy with the damp roads, so just a nice relaxed cruise. And yep, just before the cafe at Ballance my bike demonstrated its cow-herding abilities and chased one back over a fence. I knew I wasn't going to live that one down. :)

Stopped in to see Sarah for a cuppa as she'd gone and spelled "Biker" with a "P", but we'll let her off as those strawberry & coconut balls were yummo!

[GSVR]

So while the weathers still Balmy in Palmy who's gunna show for this weeks Meadner. I'll be there if I have a fuel tank!

Can I organise the route too... Please please please

[slydesigns]

hmmm sounds like a bad idea Gary. Its a "meander" not a "round the outside" race :calm:

Which is funny coming from me... lol!

[Horse]

Can I organise the route too... Please please please

Go for it!

I'll be there, and hopefully so will be my mate who I sold the GV250 to. As of this morning he's officially free of the dreaded L-plate!

[KiwiKat]

Can someone post a hint of route. I might try and find you. Can't make 6.00pm. this week.:(

[Bonez]

I'm going for a wee toodle tonight. Anyone else interested? Leaving in half an hour Main Str old cemetery group up. No waiting just going.

Route-Utumoi stop then reverse to the Waterfod Tav if open.

[sarahtvet]

all in all was a great evenin,
was a shame we didnt find the rain,
cheers 4 the coffee sarah, nd cheers for th ride Bones & Horse,
will definately try 4 friday!
:yes:

I will bring your scarf with me tonight, not supposed to leave your clothes behind on the first visit :-)
Trying to get Scott out on Friday, he is tempted and having the blue beast to swoon over this week could just clinch it I reckon :love:


So while the weathers still Balmy in Palmy who's gunna show for this weeks Meadner. I'll be there if I have a fuel tank!

Can I organise the route too... Please please please

Seeing as you asked so nicely and bought beer last visit :yes:
Gorgeous afternoon so will be good to get out on a pootle with the midweekers.

C ya all later :ride:

[Timaa]

will see you all at the bp for a fuel up and some fun.

[slydesigns]

wanted to come... not sure at the mo, new battery has just failed after only 2 weeks and Paulie has a new on coming on a courier but it will be touch and go if it gets here on time.

[Timaa]

this is meet at bp fitzherbert isnt it, not rangitiki.?

[Horse]

this is meet at bp fitzherbert isnt it, not rangitiki.?

Correctamundo!

[Timaa]

yup ill be there, suiting up now

[Horse]

Well, it was a ride of two halves. The first half was a quiet little pootle with GSVR leading, keeping the pace very moderate for our beginner. After a small loop to the south we pulled into an empty carpark at Massey for a chat, and the consensus emerged that our thirst for pootling remained, so minus our L-plater we headed Track-wards.

Unfortunately chaos soon ensued as our 5 got split into two groups by the traffic, and our leaders (sarahtvet and timaaaaaa) wandered up the garden path while the rest of us took the correct turn and thought the front two were well ahead. Eventually we were reunited at Ballance and headed home through the Gorge, going our separate ways once we hit the city.

And an interesting sidenote for Gary and Bonez - remember that txt I sent Sarah while we were waiting at Ballance - she actually received it about 25mins later as we were queuing up at Cafe Cuba for cake. So much for modern communications!

It was a good night for us fans of American Iron. Met a trio of visiting Seppo's looking for a jumping bar (we had to disappoint them - Jumping? In Palmy? On a Weds night?), turns out one of them rides a Wideglide and we steered him towards ANZA where he's thinking of renting a bike for a day or two. And then a gorgeous old EVO Electraglide with sidecar went past and parked up a little further down George St.

PS I should also mention a Mr Sly dropping into the BP on 4 wheels before we left, telling a tale of woe regarding his Trumpet's sparky bits. He's really not having a good time of it in that dept.

[sarahtvet]

Well, it was a ride of two halves.
sarahtvet and timaaaaaa) wandered up the garden path while the rest of us took the correct turn
Purely accidental of course, last time I wait for you lot thats for sure :lol:


And an interesting sidenote for Gary and Bonez - remember that txt I sent Sarah while we were waiting at Ballance - she actually received it about 25mins later as we were queuing up at Cafe Cuba for cake. So much for modern communications!
If you had waited you wouldn't need t text me, am I nagging yet :shutup:


It was a good night for us fans of American Iron. Met a trio of visiting Seppo's looking for a jumping bar (we had to disappoint them - Jumping? In Palmy? On a Weds night?), turns out one of them rides a Wideglide and we steered him towards ANZA where he's thinking of renting a bike for a day or two. And then a gorgeous old EVO Electraglide with sidecar went past and parked up a little further down George St..

Harleys everywhere last night for sure. Maybe he will join us tomorrow, he has the directions and mobile number so providing high flyers didn't wear him out you never know. Can look forward to the return trip to Alaska next year maybe:ride:


PS I should also mention a Mr Sly dropping into the BP on 4 wheels before we left, telling a tale of woe regarding his Trumpet's sparky bits. He's really not having a good time of it in that dept.

So nice to have the caged visitors on a wednesday to see us off when they can't come play. Memo to put mobile in a different pocket so no distractions when I am trying to catch up with you lot.

Poor Sly, sounds like he had a crap day for sure, apart from the beach start :innocent: I am sure his bronze beauty will be on top form again soon if he he has anything to say about it. Looking forward to riding the two daytonas again together soon :yes:

[slydesigns]

Well I had promised to meet someone on the ride that day and felt bad if I had been a no show. So this way they realised the bike actually was dead and I wasn't piking out.


...apart from the beach start
That was the start of the crap day. Infact that started the night before on arrival at the beach but thats all done and dusted now. I should focus on the bike, Eleanor needs a little repair work


so minus our L-plater we headed Track-wards.

What L plater did you all lose along the way?

[Horse]

Well I had promised to meet someone on the ride that day and felt bad if I had been a no show. So this way they realised the bike actually was dead and I wasn't piking out.

Fair enough - any progress with the electrics? That must be driving you mad.



What L plater did you all lose along the way?

Maria - she was a bit tired and felt that the initial quiet loop was enough for her - she's still getting her "sea legs".

[sarahtvet]

Well I had promised to meet someone on the ride that day and felt bad if I had been a no show. So this way they realised the bike actually was dead and I wasn't piking out.

Would never call you a piker :nono:

Hope the week got better, see you later?

[slydesigns]

no, I had actually promised to meet 2 other riders that night.

[Bonez]

Being on leave this week I've set one day aside to do the bike thing. That day is tomorrow. If anyone is interested I'll be leaving 10am (I'm allowed to lay in) from Gull on Tremain Av. It's more than likely going to be nippy so rapping up warm is a good thing. As usual I have no idea where I'm going but that is half the fun-"decide as you ride".

[ynot slow]

Might just join ya.

[Timaa]

consider me there as im extra keen for a good ride. thats the gull by the golf course? catch u tmrw bonezy.

[Bonez]

consider me there as im extra keen for a good ride. thats the gull by the golf course?Yipsireebob. Tramain Av/Vogel Str/Railway Rd intersection by Bunnings.

[slydesigns]

you'll all have to visit as I'm just up the road on the corner of james line and Kelvin grove. That way sarah can drop off her Daytonas Reg/rec, which I'm sure she doesn't need and I can go try out my new HID lights.

[KiwiKat]

Being on leave this week I've set one day aside to do the bike thing. That day is tomorrow. If anyone is interested I'll be leaving 10am (I'm allowed to lay in) from Gull on Tremain Av. It's more than likely going to be nippy so rapping up warm is a good thing. As usual I have no idea where I'm going but that is half the fun-"decide as you ride".

Sounds like fun. :bleh:You take my classes and I'll ride. Nippy is frozen hands in thermals at 7:00am not 10.00. Enjoy the day. Bumpity bump.

[Horse]

Love to join you Bonez, little thing called work will probably get in the way. :)

But we'll be meeting up at 6pm at BP Fitzherbert for another noob-friendly ride, looks like my mate on my old GV250 will be along to celebrate his new 6R licence!

[Bonez]

Love to join you Bonez, little thing called work will probably get in the way. :)

But we'll be meeting up at 6pm at BP Fitzherbert for another noob-friendly ride, looks like my mate on my old GV250 will be along to celebrate his new 6R licence!Don't forget the Feilding get together at Murry's. 7:30 I think.

[sarahtvet]

Don't forget the Feilding get together at Murry's. 7:30 I think.

Thanks for the reminder, you going to make it back for a beer then :lol:

What a mint night for a pootle that's for sure :sunny:

Another newbie should be with us so probably head out ashurst, colyton and maybe fielding depending on how they feel:ride:

Hope you had a fun Bonez adventure:2thumbsup:

[Timaa]

ok so i went to welly last nyt cause i could but am back now and will meet up at the bp for a quick ride as ive already done 200 kms today. lol

[KiwiKat]

It's a beaut night alright. Make the most of the ride, all welcome at Murray's.

[Bonez]

Had a goody today.

10am at Gull. Waited a bit no one else appears to want to come. Oh well nevermind. Wasn't too keen on going solo today so popped around to Douges to see if he wants to let his Pantah off it's leash. "Oh alright, but a coffee first" he says. Me "If you insist". After a chat, coffee and some home made cookies we popped up to the Caltex servo to top his 500 up. Goody we're set.

Brrrrr ratttle rattle brmmm goes the GB. Chugger chugger chug goes the Pantah. Over hill (the sadddle rd) and down dale (oxford, pinfold( a few others I can't remember), topgrass, maharahara, graham) we went. Lunch at dannivagas then out towards the coast we twaddled. No hurry far to nice a day to get home too early ah?

Hung a sharp left heading towards Pongaroa via Te Uri. Toodled down the lane a bit and stopped at the intersection where the Hyabusa cooked its battery a year or so back. Leg stretch and natter to decide the next way to go. Looked at the sign post which said Pongaroa thataway, Ormondville tather. "Never been that way before we says as one". "Oh alright" says Gerble and Pantah. So it tis younominus, thats the way we still go then- Te Uri here we come-clatter clatter rumble rumble. brmmm brmmm. Lovely peice of road. Of the 30 odd kms (sign said 43kms to the big P) round 24 of it was unsealed-hard packed for most of it with 10kms(sign posted no less) narrowing down to a single lane. Absolutely stunning vistas. Stopped a few times for a stretch and a walk as clip-ons aren't the most comfortable of bars in this sort of terrain. Sorry to see it end really when we got back on the seal.

squeak squeak (lubed the chains) rumble mutter mutter brmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm wisshhhhhhhhhhh

Headed back towards Waipuk, cut across Middleton rd then onto Farm Rd.
Bought Lance, James and John accross this the other way when we picked up CuBiX. Primo!! Cut across to the road leading out to the coast from Waipawa. Back around to Waipuk to refuel. Douge was feelling the strain:sweatdrop on his wrist so we decided to head home. We ended up going back via Takapau, Ormondville. Dannivagas, Origingi, Hoplands and the Gorge(which we got a straight run though). :chase: Stopping a few times so Douge could give his wrists a rest. Oh the joys of getting old.:oi-grr:

The highlight was definately that unsealed stretch and I plan on doing it again some time soon. Got home too late for the 6pm ride but ended up going to Murry's. A good turn out with some good ideas thrown about. Off to bed now.:zzzz: Gotta have my beuty sleep ya know...................

[ynot slow]

Was going to meet you,but decided to go up town to drop lawnmower off to have fixed,should have taken less time than it did,and thought whoa 9.55am,too late.

[Bonez]

Was going to meet you,but decided to go up town to drop lawnmower off to have fixed,should have taken less time than it did,and thought whoa 9.55am,too late.I'm one of those "if your not there by kick off" tuff shit I'm off ;). Don't think we left town before 11 though :whistle:

[ynot slow]

I'm one of those "if your not there by kick off" tuff shit I'm off ;). Don't think we left town before 11 though :whistle:

Then had daughters birthday pressie to organise,can get vouchers for defensive driving,driving lessons but not for sitting full test,so she had to be there with proof of address and restricted licence.Sorted that part with her meeting us there,then after doing eyesight test they found her restricted licence didn't have glass endorsement on it so they took her licence and gave her a paper temporary one,she now has to take her passport to get into pubs tonight as she is 19 today,and only photo ID she has is uni student ID but that has no birth date,she liked the idea of me paying for her,but pissed they took her only form of photo ID hehe.

[sarahtvet]

Had a goody today.
The highlight was definately that unsealed stretch and I plan on doing it again some time soon. Got home too late for the 6pm ride but ended up going to Murry's. A good turn out with some good ideas thrown about. Off to bed now.:zzzz: Gotta have my beuty sleep ya know...................

Sounded like you had fun and it was good to catch uo with you at Murray's. I am keen to go exploring again soon so try make it a weekend and I can see how the daytona handles more gravel than Greens road:yes:


ok so i went to welly last nyt cause i could but am back now and will meet up at the bp for a quick ride as ive already done 200 kms today. lol
Good to see you and sorry our sign language got confused. I guessed Horse was taking it easy on the gravel, it's the belt thingy :shutup: I thought you were asking where to wait :oops:

Glad that Dean and David made it and they both did well for their first out of town trips, especially as I managed to take them up colyton lookout on new seal :oops:
couple of pics and some hot chips at Murrays to end the day, what gets us through the week (that and the impending weekend)

[ynot slow]

Must have Murrays' garlic bread yummmm,might do that tomorrow for lunch and take the bike,and let her out of kitchen I spose.:2thumbsup

[KiwiKat]

... especially as I managed to take them up colyton lookout on new seal ...

So where exactly is this Colyton lookout. I must go there
one day.

[sarahtvet]

So where exactly is this Colyton lookout. I must go there
one day.

Go through Ashurst along Pohongina Valley East road and stop in at the Waterford for some refreshments. Take turning opposite pub and lookout is up there on the left. Follow road to T junc and turn left and it brings you x roads and you can go straight to palmie, left to ashurst and r to fielding.

Nice short pootle that can be added on to bigger rides:2thumbsup:

[ynot slow]

Go through Ashurst along Pohongina Valley East road and stop in at the Waterford for some refreshments. Take turning opposite pub and lookout is up there on the left. Follow road to T junc and turn left and it brings you x roads and you can go straight to palmie, left to ashurst and r to fielding.

Nice short pootle that can be added on to bigger rides:2thumbsup:

Weds ride?Mmmm bear,nice (now).

[Timaa]

ahhhhhh, ride tonight. for all you that work and cant, haha. im just doing saddle anyway.

[sarahtvet]

ahhhhhh, ride tonight. for all you that work and cant, haha. im just doing saddle anyway.

You should have txt me , I went for a n adventure with two beared bikers and it ended up being a late but fun one :yes:

See you wednesday, GSVR has a plan :yes:

[Timaa]

ah well i still dont have your cell number...

[GSVR]

You should have txt me , I went for a n adventure with two beared bikers and it ended up being a late but fun one :yes:

See you wednesday, GSVR has a plan :yes:

Sorry wont be doing the ride tomorrow night. I did suggest a ride to the beach and Himitangi would have been the first choice.

[slydesigns]

Ended up somehow being ME that led the ride. I behaved. Everyone kept up and no one got lost.

we went to Foxton Beach via Linton/Opiki/Pioneer/Himatangi. We arrived one minute before the sun set so it ended up pretty much perfect timing.

A big thank you to Sarah for convincing Maria to ditch study for the night for the most important exam of her life so far. Sarah also let me ride her Daytona and she got pillioned on another bike. We rode to the beach, then she rode Maria's Isabella back to cafe Cuba while I doubled Maria on the Daytona. I have to say the 955i was a blast, not too fast, perfectly stable, easily ridden slow or biffed into corners like a Rossi wannabe and it never put a wheel wrong, whether with just me or 2up. Was very impressed and would consider one as a 2up carrier if and when I get a second bike.

After having someone point out the obvious... if its dark and your on a backroad that goes pretty straight, and on the horizon is a big glow... when lost head toward the big glow... it'll be Palmy.- we made it back to palmy where I had to fill up after Maria insisting I go fast and dodge imaginary objects. She really enjoyed it! We had a low fuel light for over 35km though and I had visions of me sitting with the bike while Maria bailed out for another ride and they all went and got warm and had coffee...

Made it to cafe cuba and had a chuckle at Maria trying to work out how to dismount the rear seat... its so High! Also swapped notes on the evening and found out that Maria talking to me as we ride causes me to slow right down... unexpectedly... to about 70kmh while we chat away, forgetting everyone else following us!

4 bikes in attendance tonight, the Horse's Hog with Sarah in the gunners seat, Maria's CBF250, Timaa's Hornet 900 with a mate, Jono, on the back in borrowed sweaty tight shift leathers [for sale after a wash and a crotch stitching repair] and Sarahs Daytona with a monkey swinging off the bars... me.

[Timaa]

not aaron, jono... but yea. not too sweaty it turns out. just frozen. good ride if a little slow and jono liked the 180+ down wylie road. apparently me leaning on the tank nearly blew him off the back so i tried to stay upright, very hardd to do at high speed with no fairings...

[slydesigns]

woops, I was concious of that with Maria on the back so I stayed upright for that section...lol And the 955i carved pretty good through the air with zero buffetting of either of us at reasonable pace. The 675 would have punished us severely for not being tuched down!

Didnt realise that was our speed...opps! Maria mentioned she was watching the Digispeedo over my shoulder and enjoyed it, :spanking:

And for those that know me... if I seem a little touchey feelie lately, my dads real sick and its given me a brake check on things... so... yeah

[sarahtvet]

Ended up somehow being ME that led the ride. I behaved. Everyone kept up and no one got lost.
Apart from you on the way back :shutup:
I quote 'I don't know which way Palmie is'


we went to Foxton Beach via Linton/Opiki/Pioneer/Himatangi. We arrived one minute before the sun set so it ended up pretty much perfect timing.
Was fab to be sat in a green leather armchair pulling into the carpark as the sun dropped like a bomb into the sea, almost heard it sizzle :2thumbsup:


A big thank you to Sarah for convincing Maria to ditch study for the night for the most important exam of her life so far. Sarah also let me ride her Daytona ...... would consider one as a 2up carrier if and when I get a second bike.

Hey it was worth it to see the cheesy grins on your faces when we got to Cuba and for the blast on the back of the beast down my favourite K valley road at the end of the evening.

You do make it sound like a pootler tho, you wait until after the next visit to Kerry and a tuneboy pressie for the summer when I have a few more trackdays under my wheels :ride:

Anyway now Maria has been on the back of the best sportsbike to pillion on you'll have to go buy one :lol:

Second pillion outing and you were pretty damn smooth and I appreciate the care you took with the beast :yes:



jono... but yea. not too sweaty it turns out. just frozen. I wonder where specifically :innocent:


the 955i carved pretty good through the air with zero buffetting of either of us at reasonable pace.

Wind buffeting never been a problem on it, only need to hunch down when you are wanting to squeeze every last km/hr out of it to be fair. I know I am biased :love: but it is the best sportsbike I have ever pillioned and I have tried a few. The couch was pretty damn comfy tho and I was daydreaming all the way to the beach, thanks Horse:clap: You pillion like a pro too!!!!



And for those that know me... if I seem a little touchey feelie lately, my dads real sick and its given me a brake check on things... so... yeah

Ur doing well :yes: fair few things to manage this year so far. Lots of mates to take you out riding and help keep you sane (vaguely).

Roll on saturday :rockon:

[Horse]

After having someone point out the obvious... if its dark and your on a backroad that goes pretty straight, and on the horizon is a big glow... when lost head toward the big glow... it'll be Palmy.

Someone? I think that was me. Couldn't quite decipher your hand signals in response though, I think you were trying to tell me about 1 something? :)


The couch was pretty damn comfy tho and I was daydreaming all the way to the beach, thanks Horse:clap: You pillion like a pro too!!!!

Cheers for the kind words, it's all a bit new to me but the bike is well suited to it. It was definitely a nice ride, and the sunset at Foxton was indeed impressive.

[KiwiKat]

Sounds like you lot had a fantastic ride. Foxton Beach is primo on a nice sunset. Next week you'll have to go earlier.

[slydesigns]

I'm taking someone back there the first clear night we get and we are definitely getting there earlier and setting up on a log to watch!

[Owl]

I'm taking someone back there the first clear night we get and we are definitely getting there earlier and setting up on a log to watch!

You old romantic!:clap:

[86GSXR]

That's sooooo beautiful, try the East Cape if you want sunsets :love: Good onya Simon, sorry to read about your Dad, it's not great when these things happen.

[sarahtvet]

I'm taking someone back there the first clear night we get and we are definitely getting there earlier and setting up on a log to watch!

If you ask nicely I shall bring the dogs too then you get to watch the water rottie swimming to the south island as the sun goes down :lol:

Beach by Opunake is cool too, was there today last year and Tera loved the sun, sand and sea. Can't quite believe I have had the Daytona a year, um feel a short birthday blatt coming on after work :yes:

Coffee and cake at cuba afterwards if anbody wants to drive past and stop in they are welcome.

[ynot slow]

Beach by Opunake is cool too, was there today last year and Tera loved the sun, sand and sea. Can't quite believe I have had the Daytona a year, um feel a short birthday blatt coming on after work :yes:

Coffee and cake at cuba afterwards if anbody wants to drive past and stop in they are welcome.


Also a couple of nice beachs before Opunake,either Kaupokonui or Ohawe are nice as well.

[KiwiKat]

If you ask nicely I shall bring the dogs too then you get to watch the water rottie swimming to the south island as the sun goes down :lol:

Beach by Opunake is cool too, was there today last year and Tera loved the sun, sand and sea. Can't quite believe I have had the Daytona a year, um feel a short birthday blatt coming on after work :yes:

Coffee and cake at cuba afterwards if anbody wants to drive past and stop in they are welcome.

Enjoy the ride tonight and have a nice Easter break. And yes Taranaki beaches are great - so who's teaching me to surf.

[ynot slow]

Enjoy the ride tonight and have a nice Easter break. And yes Taranaki beaches are great - so who's teaching me to surf.

Go to Oakura lessons available including tandem board.

[sarahtvet]

Enjoy the ride tonight and have a nice Easter break. And yes Taranaki beaches are great - so who's teaching me to surf.

Was a great sprint round the block and a warm up for the easter jaunt. Looking forward to fields track and the western access tomorrow :yes: :ride:

[Timaa]

has this stopped for the winter or wat?

[Horse]

has this stopped for the winter or wat?

Yes. :)

Yeah, with the end of daylight saving, not very practical, at least for the organised Weds evening ride. But if you are going for a blat during the week and want some company, feel free to post here about it.

[slydesigns]

Case in point... its 5.30pm now and its already getting too dark to go Freestyling down the airport, let-a-lone hitting the hills! Winter blows chucks!

Still snow boarding is just about upon us!

[KiwiKat]

Had a nice run this afternoon over the Saddle up to Norsewood and back through Oringi and such. Thought everyone might be at work. I should have posted on here just in case. Lots of stock grazing road verges, over 100head at one stage just free grazing / wandering, no tape, no warnings.

Night rides are always an option if you have good lights.
Snow boarding sounds like fun. A great way to practice falling (not that I need it):Punk:

[sarahtvet]

has this stopped for the winter or wat?

Well funny you should mention that :ride:


Case in point... its 5.30pm now and its already getting too dark to go Freestyling down the airport, let-a-lone hitting the hills! Winter blows chucks!

Still snow boarding is just about upon us!

you are just a lightweight army boy is all :innocent:


Had a nice run this afternoon over the Saddle up to...... I should have posted on here just in case. Lots of stock grazing road verges, over 100head at one stage just free grazing / wandering, no tape, no warnings.

Night rides are always an option if you have good lights.
Snow boarding sounds like fun. A great way to practice falling (not that I need it):Punk:

Likewise I decided to take the long route from town the other afternoon just before the sun set, over the saddle and back through the gorge and got to enjoy the K valley racetrack just in time :yes: It was a mint autumn run and I felt guilty not dragging others along :yes:

The Cafe Cuba, fielding, colyton, ashurst via the ditches and home on Tuesday was a little more challenging at 9pm in the rain but good practice for the grand challenge I am told. (why did I decide to do that? mad I know)

Last night the trip into town was interesting as the K valley road was damp and a little slidy :oops:

:offtopic: The reason for going was cake (of course) and the Pink Floyd Experience. What a bloody great time was had by all. We were dancing in our seats and in the aisles and one mad joker hopped on stage briefly.

Didn't get out until 11:10, any who didn't go missed a good bash. Lead guitarist was really on form. Old stuff first half peppered with a few well known and then a feast of the Wall and DSOTM after the break.

I was on such a high when I got out and it was cold but dry with a bright moon so had to watch the throttle hand to keep out of trouble :yes:


In summary - The Pink Floyd Experience are great and I like riding anytime so dark or rain do not mean no rides.The evening rides idea stemmed from when I was learning on SK1PY and we used to go out every night and end up at a cafe, seemed a shame not to share. Happy to ride with those who aren't fire-hugging slippers in winter people (well not til after the ride anyway) :lol:
Pm me if you are generally interested but probably use txt to organise on the day as I am pretty busy at the mo and don't get on line that much.

[sarahtvet]

has this stopped for the winter or wat?

Still not stopped :laugh:

Was an awesome afternoon and after a weekend of local socialising with duckies from the east and south the beast and I were ready for a run:ride:
Had a meeting in town so caught up with Horse and chocolate cake at Cuba and decided to indulge his fetish for steel horses and chasing the tracks.

Out via fielding to Halcombe and back through Colyton and Ashurst. What a fab ride, apart from a few road works on the Colyton to Ashurst stretch the roads were in great conditions and traffic at a minimum.

A mild nite for sure :yes: only turned on the heated grips for the last blast from Ashurst, bit of wind chill as the beast needed a run :love: and the throttle needed some exertion :lol:

Banana cake n custard infront of the fire to round off a perfect midweek winter meander.

Inspired to go and begin packing for the weekend :soon:three days of good roads :ride: two nights away and soaking the riding muscles in the hot pools is a perfect way to celebrate HRH's b'day.

If I am really good:innocent: I may get to revisit being a teenager and try out the GPZ9 tooo :sunny:

Hope the weather holds out but if not thats what heated grips and waterproofs were designed for :lol:

[Horse]

Yeah, great evening for a short ride, with work being as busy as it is currently, I'm definitely not getting enough opportunities. But this weekend should help resolve that somewhat. Thanks for the company... and the cake!

[sarahtvet]

Thinking tonight could be another good one :sunny:
How about meet at Cuba 530 and decide then?
All welcome but be prepared for cake :lol:

[Timaa]

will prob be there if i can afford petrol. lol

[sarahtvet]

will prob be there if i can afford petrol. lol

Sorry you didn't make it mate. Just a local pootle but sly made me laugh the whole way round:lol:
Spent more time on 1 tyre than two:confused: I really want a 675 as a track and play bike and the blue beast for the grown up stuff :confused:

[slydesigns]

Spent more time on 1 tyre than two

Shhhh - Maria has asked me to tone down the wheelies as they are getting too long and too high for her comfort now so the official line is "I never, I don't and I wouldn't..."

Mine will be forsale end of this year or next depending on where my studies take me round the world...

[sarahtvet]

Shhhh - Maria has asked me to tone down the wheelies as they are getting too long and too high for her comfort now so the official line is "I never, I don't and I wouldn't..."

Mine will be forsale end of this year or next depending on where my studies take me round the world...

My lips are sealed :innocent: You were just possum jumping

Ummm tempted but I have seen the way you ride it and it is the wrong colour of course (only do Triumphs in caspian blue) :lol:

Anyway 2009 been a financial f**k up so will be a couple of years before I can get another bike. Unless I win lotto and thats not been unheard of :sunny:

To be fair I was only thinking on the way to work, I maybe like watching the 675 more than I like riding it:laugh: Especially when it is 'not' going on one wheel for ages infront of me. Oh and sorry about the gravel and turning into a nana on that bit :mellow:

The beast is just such a dream :love: I am totally ruined for anything else at the moment. I enjoy it more the more I ride it, never boring :sunny:

I know before you all say it I am a sad woman because I love my bike. Guess what ? I don't care :lol:

[slydesigns]

HA! you know how I discovered that gravel? I pulled a wheelie up the hill behind you and the rear slide while it was up! Interesting feeling and seemed controllable but it took me a second to work out what had caused it when the front finally came back down as the HID's are TOO bright and didn't contrast the gravel too well.

[sarahtvet]

Well spring has sprung and at the first dry opportunity :sunny: I dashed out for a ride. We have been trying to plan something for days but the Fazer has been hiding from the rain :lol:

Started at Cafe Cuba as a spur of the moment decision and headed out to Ashurst and Pohongina Valley. A gravel excursion for repast. to pat a few ponies and to challenge my abilities again.

Next the beast encountered an old garage companion which was a little wierd but good to see it back on Manawatu roads. We soon parted company and I had a great ride over the saddle, along Ballance and back over the track to finish at BP Fitzherbert :ride:

The fuel light came on along Ballance so I know for the GC that the beast does 20K at least.

Since the track days I can keep up with the CD crew now (providing I don't get 3 punctures and get left in Dannevirke :lol:) so most wednesday whizzes will be with them. As for the rest of the week. I will be riding most nights so post here before 5 if you wanna go for a blast.

Happy to take whatever pace suits the majority. I get plenty of thrills on the way to work and back and just enjoy getting out and about on the Beautiful Blue Beast :love: as much as possible. Especially as it had a tweak at the last service and is even more responsive.

Have a few big trips coming up so want to get plenty of riding k's under the belt so I am fit enough (and the new leathers continue to fit :lol:)

See you out there :ride: