Regular weekend rides

[BoristheBiter]

can't do sunday... down in roto-vegas with family... maybe another time!

Catch you next time.
Try the south akl guys, they ride on a Saturday.

[caseye]

LOL, weather dependant and hangover seriousness meter not working they do. Sometimes, bit like the SATNR, but that's gunna change.I'll be heading out Sunday, but not Saturday, Saturday is service and general check over for the coal burner, before she goes back on the road full time.

[BoristheBiter]

So anyone riding tomorrow?

[Ntoxcated]

Planning on it :)

[OCD Legend]

Planning on it :)

minus the better half :crybaby:

[Sharry]

I am planning on coming to morrow :wari:

[yachtie10]

ill be riding if the weather plays ball

[Ntoxcated]

ill be riding if the weather plays ball

Cool, haven't seen you for ages :-)

[The Singing Chef]

I should be out :yes:

[Mongolian]

I should be out tomorrow if the weather holds. should have a mate on a hornet with me too

[Mongolian]

Who's still up for it?
Weather is looking a bit average but might hold off till this afternoon :innocent:

[Ntoxcated]

Average may be an understatement

[The Singing Chef]

Average may be an understatement

:no: Was looking forward to a ride as well.

[Sharry]

The view from West is rain over to the north and the NZ city weather says the sun will come out after 3pm and rain will clear up after 6pm. Unfortunatly although I don't mind rain starting while I am out I don't consider going out into it much fun :no:

[BoristheBiter]

Yes the rain radar is showing it coming in from the NW.
Might wait till later for a ride, see if it clears up.

But if it isn't raining by 9.30 I will be there.

[Sharry]

It's realy just a light drizzle, anyone interested in riding ?

txt me if your going, it will take 50 mins for me to get there via Coastville Riverhead Rd 027 457 6158

[The Singing Chef]

It's realy just a light drizzle, anyone interested in riding ?

I'm out for today, too bluddy hungover anyway.

[BoristheBiter]

It's just started to drizzle here and the ground is already wet so I'm out for this morning.
See what happens around 12 I might go out.

[DMNTD]

Light rain and drizzle has only just stopped out here in Henderson :sunny: <<< it is not

[Madness]

Pussies.

10 slightly moist characters.

[DMNTD]

Pussies.

10 slightly moist characters.

Pix or it never happened

[yachtie10]

The regulars know i havnr turned up on this ride for a while, but i am hanging out for a good ride

This sunday is looking good and I am planning a longer ride than normal and some new roads

Can you post if you would be interested in this, Murray is keen(ish)

The regular riders who dont want a long ride can join us until they want to turn back

[Madness]

Could be keen. I've turned up to just one of these rides so far and the pace was good - a fair spread with everyone just riding their own ride.

[Ntoxcated]

Keen at this stage.

[Bliksem]

Havent been out for months - could be tailend charlie

[BoristheBiter]

Could be good so we're in.

[yachtie10]

Ok
We will discuss before 10 tommorow

Please be on time as I would like to leave at 10 am

(lunch on the tutukaka coast)

[rg150]

My dad and i are keen so if the weather is good we will ride up in the morning from Whangarei and then go as far north as the ride takes us before we head home. How many people normally turn up with good weather?

P.S. How do i change the 'L-plate rider' under my name?

[yachtie10]

My dad and i are keen so if the weather is good we will ride up in the morning from Whangarei and then go as far north as the ride takes us before we head home. How many people normally turn up with good weather?

P.S. How do i change the 'L-plate rider' under my name?

The l- plate is to do with how many posts

we should be in whangarei around 12 am and will be heading out riverside drive

[rg150]

I realized that i said ride up, i meant we will ride down to Auckland and meet up with the main group, its good you're going through Whangarei though it makes it a lot more fun to ride back with a group. We went for a ride last weekend and got caught in the the rain then got pinged by a cop, luckily he couldn't catch us both on the radar.

[yachtie10]

I realized that i said ride up, i meant we will ride down to Auckland and meet up with the main group, its good you're going through Whangarei though it makes it a lot more fun to ride back with a group. We went for a ride last weekend and got caught in the the rain then got pinged by a cop, luckily he couldn't catch us both on the radar.

good some road condition knowledge up there would be great

[rg150]

Which main route does the group usually take? The Brenderwyns are so much fun if you've got room to hoon but going through Ruawai and Dargaville has some INSANE straights and some pretty good high speed corners.. Or is there another way?

[yachtie10]

Which main route does the group usually take? The Brenderwyns are so much fun if you've got room to hoon but going through Ruawai and Dargaville has some INSANE straights and some pretty good high speed corners.. Or is there another way?

We usually dont discuss the actual route online but it is unlikely we will go highyway one over the brynderwyns
see you in the morning

[yachtie10]

weather is looking slightly sucky but it should be a good day

See you there

[Madness]

Thanks for today guys. It was a good day in the saddle, except for the brief moment when I was not in the saddle that is.

[BoristheBiter]

Yep a great days ride. It seemed a lot longer than 443km.
Knacked and only had one beer in the house:facepalm:
O well there's always tomorrow.

See you all next weekend.

rg150, hope you and your dad got home alright.

[danchop]

i might come again if the routes are like that most rides:woohoo:

[BoristheBiter]

i might come again if the routes are like that most rides:woohoo:

some are but at the moment there are major roadworks on two of our main routes.
we might have to look at doing a longer ride.

[BoristheBiter]

So who's around for another long ride?

[yachtie10]

I should be there

Boris is in charge of the route

[Bliksem]

Why not, rego is paid for the next 6 months so might as well make best of it

[BoristheBiter]

How long is too long? 550km? 573km?

[Madness]

How long is too long?

920km, providing it's not all on the likes of the Tutukaka goat tracks :laugh:

[zx rider]

How long is too long? 550km? 573km?


most k's in one day for me was 910. Got a bit nacked by the end and probably wasn't riding too good by then.

6-700 in one day is about it to stay safe and alert in my opinion.
I know there will be some who think that might be a bit soft but on our sorts of roads it can get pretty tiring if you want to keep up a good pace.

Any way i'm up for it, yeah! :laugh:

[BoristheBiter]

920km, providing it's not all on the likes of the Tutukaka goat tracks :laugh:

some might be:innocent:
some will be a bit straight.
We can sort it out Sunday morning.

:woohoo::woohoo:

[BoristheBiter]

Looks like it will be 574km.

[Virgil]

Looks like I might be able to join you Sunday... and the weather looks pretty reasonable at this stage too!

[BoristheBiter]

Weather dependent we will be off for a long ride.
See you all at caltex.

[Sharry]

Lufflely I shall be there too :banana:

[Sharry]

Golly, that was an adventerous ride :scooter: Off into the wilderness trying dsesperatly and successfully to avoid gravel... cos we all know how those pretty faired bikes simply hate stones that flick up and caught in their precious bits :yes:
We ended up in Whangarie, not bad considering we left heading for Opotiki and I wasn't even leading.

A lovley lunch was had, including the third girl who enjoyed his milkshake and kidies meal while the men had a beer :drinknsin

Thank you all for a realy cool ride with nice company :niceone:

[BoristheBiter]

Golly, that was an adventerous ride :scooter: Off into the wilderness trying dsesperatly and successfully to avoid gravel... cos we all know how those pretty faired bikes simply hate stones that flick up and caught in their precious bits :yes:
We ended up in Whangarie, not bad considering we left heading for Opotiki and I wasn't even leading.

A lovley lunch was had, including the third girl who enjoyed his milkshake and kidies meal while the men had a beer :drinknsin

Thank you all for a realy cool ride with nice company :niceone:

I will say sorry for leading us on a merry old ride but I'm glad we weren't following you Sharry as we were heading for Opononi Not Opotiki. Slight difference in direction.

Great ride all the same.

[zx rider]

Cheers for another great ride to all who came. We are all getting good practice doing U turns on tight roads too (thanks for that Boris).

This old'n even got a bit of a puff on over that last stretch thanks to M. Awesome stuff. :sweatdrop

[Sharry]

I will say sorry for leading us on a merry old ride but I'm glad we weren't following you Sharry as we were heading for Opononi Not Opotiki. Slight difference in direction.

Great ride all the same.

Please don't appolodise for a luffely ride, you are right about the direction... but that is why I don't lead rides outside of my own teratory :o

[p.dath]

I so wish I could join you guys again. I'll have to see if I can re-arrange my family commitments some time and get a day pass.

[nzvlogger]

Im deff in for next weekend... should have my bike cam by then 2

[rg150]

Looking for parts for K1 , after small mishap with a fence, coolent reservoir, L/H handle bar ,rear tail lamp, rear body work pc,L/H ram air duct, any help would be much apprecaited , reply to Barclay at >bishop.whg @xtra.co.nz<
thanks and see you again at caltex regards Marcus ZXR900

[BoristheBiter]

Who's about tomorrow?

If the weather plays good we will just have a short ride.
Long one next weekend for those not going to Paeroa.

[Sharry]

I am busy at a birthday tomorrow so won't be riding :crybaby:

[Madness]

I'm at the airport at 5am tomorrow picking up some visitors. Feck, I'd better get to bed.

[yachtie10]

Im up for a short ride weather looks slightly iffy but fingers crossed

[Ntoxcated]

Short ride would be good if the weather holds.

[BoristheBiter]

weather seems good so see you there.

[nzvlogger]

Where are you guys meeting? LOL never mind read the first post, cant get there in time... bugger

[javawocky]

Right Ladies and Gents, I have my Paeroa ticket freshly printed out of my Brother MFC255CW

So, who else is going? Wana meet up at the mobile like we did last time? Take a pootle down? Watch some fantastic racing in the :sunny:?

[nzvlogger]

Right Ladies and Gents, I have my Paeroa ticket freshly printed out of my Brother MFC255CW

So, who else is going? Wana meet up at the mobile like we did last time? Take a pootle down? Watch some fantastic racing in the :sunny:?

Me and my mate are going for sure... what time are you thinking of leaving?

[javawocky]

Me and my mate are going for sure... what time are you thinking of leaving?

Don't mind meeting up at 8:30ish or later which could allow plenty of time to catch a bit of practice or a little bit of a long way round ride there.

Met at Othea Vally Mobil last time, but where ever will suit.

[nzvlogger]

Don't mind meeting up at 8:30ish or later which could allow plenty of time to catch a bit of practice or a little bit of a long way round ride there.

Met at Othea Vally Mobil last time, but where ever will suit.

I gotta big day ahead lol, first got to meet someone at 6.50am on the city to sell my VFR (Already) then get down to papakura to pickup my new bike straight away probably about 8am i guess then ill head straight to my mates in massey and can go where ever from there :D lol man that sounds like a mission.

But could probably get there not long after 8.30... otherwise could meet up on your way

[javawocky]

I gotta big day ahead lol, first got to meet someone at 6.50am on the city to sell my VFR (Already) then get down to papakura to pickup my new bike straight away probably about 8am i guess then ill head straight to my mates in massey and can go where ever from there :D lol man that sounds like a mission.

But could probably get there not long after 8.30... otherwise could meet up on your way

Ok, lets not ourselves tooo stressed - how about meet up 8:30on, get chocolates and pies and crap then head out 9am sharp!

[nzvlogger]

Ok, lets not ourselves tooo stressed - how about meet up 8:30on, get chocolates and pies and crap then head out 9am sharp!

Sounds good, ill get my boys sorted.

[BoristheBiter]

I will not be going down this year so for those that aren't going to Paeroa the Sunday ride is still on.
we are looking at doing another long ride north.
Looking at doing the ride north that we were supposed to do when I got us miss-placed the last time.
Full ride is about 519km but there are places to cut it short or easier ways to go.

[zealchick]

Right Ladies and Gents, I have my Paeroa ticket freshly printed out of my Brother MFC255CW

So, who else is going? Wana meet up at the mobile like we did last time? Take a pootle down? Watch some fantastic racing in the :sunny:?

We will be there, come visit us at the Redbaron stand:woohoo:

[D3ADLYTuna]

so what is actually happening for the weekend ride this week?

[nzvlogger]

Looks like we meeting at 8.30am Oteha Valley Mobil although I don't think ill be able to get there on time... Will try. Otherwise maybe 2 groups if some want to leave later?

[BoristheBiter]

so what is actually happening for the weekend ride this week?

There is a group of riders that are going to Paeroa for the day to watch the races, they are leaving mobile Otaha valley road around 8.30am

There is also the regular Sunday ride leaving caltex Dairy Flat at 10.00am. this will be a longer ride.

[D3ADLYTuna]

whers that mobil. cant find it on google maps?

[BoristheBiter]

whers that mobil. cant find it on google maps?

143 Oteha Valley Road, Auckland

[D3ADLYTuna]

Im in one tree hill. is it possible to meet people somewher?

[surveyorsteve]

Hi all, are you guys riding down the boring main roads or are you taking interesting routes? I'm riding dowj with a mate from torbay at about that time and might hook up with you lot if that's ok?

[nzvlogger]

Hi all, are you guys riding down the boring main roads or are you taking interesting routes? I'm riding dowj with a mate from torbay at about that time and might hook up with you lot if that's ok?

What time are you leaving torbay?

[javawocky]

Hi all, are you guys riding down the boring main roads or are you taking interesting routes? I'm riding dowj with a mate from torbay at about that time and might hook up with you lot if that's ok?

If anyone knows some of the interesting ways that's fine with me, just don't ask me to lead, you will get lost!

Try be there 8:30am ish

Mobil...
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[surveyorsteve]

What time are you leaving torbay?

Our only plan so far was to leave about 8am and stopping for coffee in Clevedon.

[zx rider]

I will not be going down this year so for those that aren't going to Paeroa the Sunday ride is still on.
we are looking at doing another long ride north.
Looking at doing the ride north that we were supposed to do when I got us miss-placed the last time.
Full ride is about 519km but there are places to cut it short or easier ways to go.

me too :yes:

[Sharry]

Is any one riding tommorow?

[nzvlogger]

Is any one riding tommorow?

Of course! Its the big Westpac helicopter ride! You coming? ;)

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[Sharry]

I hadn't realised the Westpac ride was on tomorrow, where is the meeting place?

[nzvlogger]

I hadn't realised the Westpac ride was on tomorrow, where is the meeting place?

Bunch of us kiwibikers are meeting at 8am at the BP Truck stop on the motorway just before papakura. Otherwise at the bloodstock centre.. check the thread for it :) me and another are meeting at Shell ellerslie also if you don't know where to go. Bout 7.40

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[Sharry]

Yupsy I just found the thread and requested to be on the AWR on FB . I will be Ellerslies at 0730 then thanks.

[nzvlogger]

Yupsy I just found the thread and requested to be on the AWR on FB . I will be Ellerslies at 0730 then thanks.

Cool mate thats 3 of us so far at Ellerslie Shell Station by the round about oposite the "Carfae" car wash. 7.30 / 7.40am

[Sharry]

Which Rd are they on please? When I google them I cannot find a shell station and a car wash together nor either on a roundabout.

[Madness]

Which Rd are they on please> When I google them I cannot find a shell station and a car wash together nor either on a roundabout.

Green Lane, just off the Southern Motorway towards None Tree Hill. Opposite Maccas Greenlane & the Car Fe' beside the motorway. The young'uns are keen - Chopper ride leaves Karaka at 10.00am.

[nzvlogger]

Which Rd are they on please? When I google them I cannot find a shell station and a car wash together nor either on a roundabout.

Right here :D http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=Shell+near+Ellerslie,+Auckland&hl=en&ll=-36.89009,174.795812&spn=0.00251,0.004823&sll=-41.244772,172.617188&sspn=38.47597,79.013672&oq=shell+ell&hq=Shell&hnear=Ellerslie,+Auckland&t=h&fll=-36.889983,174.796241&fspn=0.00251,0.004823&z=18


Green Lane, just off the Southern Motorway towards None Tree Hill. Opposite Maccas Greenlane & the Car Fe' beside the motorway. The young'uns are keen - Chopper ride leaves Karaka at 10.00am.

You mean for meeting at Shell?

[Sharry]

Is it the Greenlane Shell opposite the Washworld?

[nzvlogger]

Is it the Greenlane Shell opposite the Washworld?

Yea thats right ;)

[Sharry]

Right here :D http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=Shell+near+Ellerslie,+Auckland&hl=en&ll=-36.89009,174.795812&spn=0.00251,0.004823&sll=-41.244772,172.617188&sspn=38.47597,79.013672&oq=shell+ell&hq=Shell&hnear=Ellerslie,+Auckland&t=h&fll=-36.889983,174.796241&fspn=0.00251,0.004823&z=18



You mean for meeting at Shell?

Thank you, it is the Greenlane one, thanks :)

[Madness]

Yup.

10MFHALC

[nzvlogger]

Yup.

10MFHALC

Beauty thats 4 people. unless your bringing more to the shell, should be good. Lets just make sure we get out of there by 7.40am to catch the other KB's at the BP

[Madness]

Sorry dude, I won't be at Shell Greenlane at 7.40. I might be at Karaka at 9-ish after a cuppa tea & quick scope of the Harold and a couple of ciggies.

[nzvlogger]

Sorry dude, I won't be at Shell Greenlane at 7.40. I might be at Karaka at 9-ish after a cuppa tea & quick scope of the Harold and a couple of ciggies.

Ahh right, all good capytain

[yachtie10]

im up for a short ride today

[zx rider]

im up for a short ride today

A "short ride" is exactly what my manager (her indoors) has told me to do too.

[DMNTD]

im up for a short ride today

Yeah we might do a shorty later on...just out to Piha or similar, dunno yet.

[yachtie10]

Yeah we might do a shorty later on...just out to Piha or similar, dunno yet.

cheers but i was refering to the normal ride see post 1

you should join us

[askaz]

Hey guys, a newbie here.
Not sure if this ride is still going? If so, is there one coming up this Sunday? Would definitely be keen if I can come!
Cheers!

[nzvlogger]

Hey guys, a newbie here.
Not sure if this ride is still going? If so, is there one coming up this Sunday? Would definitely be keen if I can come!
Cheers!

Im always out pretty much every weekend with a few others, not been on a ride with these guys yet but theres a Facebook group HERE (http://www.facebook.com/groups/357715987574525/) also where you can meet up with us

[nzvlogger]

Video uploading now of the Westpac Chopper ride.. shouldnt be long.

[Prof - R]

there going be a ride tomorrow

[nzvlogger]

there going be a ride tomorrow

You asking or saying lol ;) im keen, is anyone meeting closer to west auck?

[yachtie10]

You asking or saying lol ;) im keen, is anyone meeting closer to west auck?

Please read post 1

I probably wont be out tomorrow but if the weathers good there is usually someone there
Not everone who goes posts here

[nzvlogger]

Please read post 1

I probably wont be out tomorrow but if the weathers good there is usually someone there
Not everone who goes posts here

I was going to try meet up with everyone on the cancer ride tomorrow but i cant get an answer as to where and when people will be riding through pukekohe/bombay area, even as far as waikato

[Madness]

I was going to try meet up with everyone on the cancer ride tomorrow but i cant get an answer as to where and when people will be riding through pukekohe/bombay area, even as far as waikato

They're leaving BP Autobahn on the Southern Motorway at Papakura at 1pm.

Sheesh. (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/calendar.php?do=getinfo&day=2012-3-3&e=2974&c=1)

[nzvlogger]

They're leaving BP Autobahn on the Southern Motorway at Papakura at 1pm.

Sheesh.

Thats better, thanks dude... must be doing a double round back after that i guess. ahhhh calendar lol, i had no idea that was there.

[Madness]

Yeah, via Te Kuiti.

[hauda335]

hey i am new to this forum is this ride happening? i just got a new bike would like to take it out for a good ride tomorrow, how long does everyone go for?

[DMNTD]

...how long does everyone go for?

Until you're done baby, until you're done

[nzvlogger]

hey i am new to this forum is this ride happening? i just got a new bike would like to take it out for a good ride tomorrow, how long does everyone go for?

Join the Facebook Group (http://www.facebook.com/groups/357715987574525/) also mate ;), ill be going out at about 10am till 1pm or something if you wanna come along with a couple of us, wont be going to drury though...

[DMNTD]

Join the Facebook Group (http://www.facebook.com/groups/357715987574525/) also mate ;), ill be going out at about 10am till 1pm or something if you wanna come along with a couple of us, wont be going to drury though...

.......to?

[nzvlogger]

.......to?

Not sure man, i was thinking if its nice either going out to Huia, or..... something like that.

[hauda335]

dont want to sound stupid but whats the facebook group called? so meet at that caltex?

[nzvlogger]

dont want to sound stupid but whats the facebook group called? so meet at that caltex?

hahaha the shell - http://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=shell+lincoln+road&ll=-36.85909,174.629488&spn=0.010044,0.01929&fb=1&gl=nz&hq=shell+lincoln+road&hnear=0x6d0d47fb5a9ce6fb:0x500ef6143a29917,Aucklan d&cid=0,0,7655332843722172132&t=m&z=16&iwloc=A

facebook group, click HERE (http://www.facebook.com/groups/357715987574525/)

[hauda335]

so are people all going to this westpac ride then or will people still be going for the normal sunday ride? from caltex?

[nzvlogger]

so are people all going to this westpac ride then or will people still be going for the normal sunday ride? from caltex?

The westpac ride was last weekend lol ;) this weekend is the Cancer relay ride, but im not going to that anymore, not going to the caltex either, im just going to go out to piha or something with a couple people.

[BoristheBiter]

The westpac ride was last weekend lol ;) this weekend is the Cancer relay ride, but im not going to that anymore, not going to the caltex either, im just going to go out to piha or something with a couple people.

Then why are you posting on the Sunday ride north thread?

Anyone going out today? (normal ride)

[nzvlogger]

im not im posting in the "Thread: Regular weekend rides" and no one said they where going so i suggested another ride, i could start a new thread but there's not much point really is there :P

[BoristheBiter]

im not im posting in the "Thread: Regular weekend rides" and no one said they where going so i suggested another ride, i could start a new thread but there's not much point really is there :P

Whatever.:yawn:

[BoristheBiter]

Who's up for a ride tomorrow?

[Sharry]

MEEEEEEEEE :banana:

[yachtie10]

rain radar doesnt look good
giving it a miss :no:

[BoristheBiter]

Yep raining here so I will be giving it a miss.

[Sharry]

Yup, my alarm did not go off ..... then I noticed the rain, and how far the clouds stretch, and did not feel so bad.

[nzvlogger]

Getting my ZX6R this Saturday so im keen! should be good weather to

[yachtie10]

well im up for a ride (will be my last one for a while)

may shower a bit further north though

Anyone else in

[nzspokes]

Just noticed this thread, will be in one Sunday. Cant today as dropping kids home at 10.30. Have a great ride!

[nzvlogger]

well im up for a ride (will be my last one for a while)

may shower a bit further north though

Anyone else in

Are you going to do the usual ride up north?

[OutForADuck]

Not sure if the weather will be up for it but presuming it is is anyone planning on riding? :shutup:

[Ntoxcated]

Not sure if the weather will be up for it but presuming it is is anyone planning on riding? :shutup:

Looks like there are only a few small showers left that should clear by 10.

[OutForADuck]

Not over this part of the world :blink: being optimistic mike ?

[p.dath]

Over on the North Shore it has been raining heavily with a lot of wind.

[nzspokes]

I had tought about coming out but bucketing down here in the hood.

[Ntoxcated]

Not over this part of the world :blink: being optimistic mike ?

10am and it's fine :p

[Hinny]

Micro climate. Lucky bastard.

[zx rider]

Who's up 4 a quickie ride tomorrow? Back home 4 lunch, i know i am. :niceone:

[Sharry]

I am, but it will be a quicky if we are to be back for lunch.
Where to go that will get you home inside two hours?

[BoristheBiter]

we won't be there. rego on hold. going to the city scramble.

[Ntoxcated]

I'll be there

[yachtie10]

hey all
have an apartment in thailand and looking for a motorbike
have use of a scooter for now
My number in thailand is under my profile in work number if you ant to contact me urgently

have had rain for one hour since ive been here
can be a bit hot this time of year but cold beers and swimming pool help a lot

Hope you guys get some good rides in before winter

[BoristheBiter]

hey all
have an apartment in thailand and looking for a motorbike
have use of a scooter for now
My number in thailand is under my profile in work number if you ant to contact me urgently

have had rain for one hour since ive been here
can be a bit hot this time of year but cold beers and swimming pool help a lot

Hope you guys get some good rides in before winter

Good to hear you are settling in.

[rafaelmagu]

Weather is looking good for tomorrow. Is the ride on?

[Sharry]

Is any one up for a ride tomorrow?

[yachtie10]

im in


oops maybe not

[D3ADLYTuna]

There is a ride leaving from greenlane shell at 10am if anyone is keen.

[Ntoxcated]

I'll be at the standard location

[BoristheBiter]

im in


oops maybe not

Have you organised our route and bikes yet?

[Sharry]

I will be at the normal place too...

[rafaelmagu]

I'm in, and a friend might also join.

[yachtie10]

Have you organised our route and bikes yet?

lol
when you give me an appoximate date ill look into it
have new bike prices organised but youll need to let me know what you want to do

[zx rider]

I'll be at the standard location

And be there too i will

[R-Soul]

Me too!! Eventually!

[R-Soul]

Weather could be a bit better...

[DODO``]

Hi all,
I'm new to group rides but quite interested to know about what might happen on every sunday for the new comer, (other than whats written on OPs first post)
just basically turn up and ride?
would there be any limitations as to which bike? types, cc, etc etc

I've done a long distance trip to welly (in many days) in my old sports bike but not all that psyched about going fast, leaning, kneed down and all that anymore haha,, and just looking for a laid back cruse with some fellow riders :D

Thanks guys!

[javawocky]

Hi all,
I'm new to group rides but quite interested to know about what might happen on every sunday for the new comer, (other than whats written on OPs first post)
just basically turn up and ride?
would there be any limitations as to which bike? types, cc, etc etc

I've done a long distance trip to welly (in many days) in my old sports bike but not all that psyched about going fast, leaning, kneed down and all that anymore haha,, and just looking for a laid back cruse with some fellow riders :D

Thanks guys!

Welcome,
Anything goes as long as you can do open road speeds. Most of the bikes are sports bikes but often there is a Tenere and some 250's around. There is always someone keeping the group together at the back, so you won't get lost and can run at very much your own pace.

So yes, turn up and ride everyone if friendly and helpful :innocent:

Sometimes the rides are long adventurous affairs when the mood takes, or short breakfast runs when the weather is looking ugly. More than likely you will stop to talk crap and have some coffee and chow somewhere and if its a long day you may even end up at a pub exchanging war stories over a cold one.

I won't be there sunday - I will be riding at the ART day, happy days! :Punk:

[R-Soul]

Thanks guys that was awesome - I really needed that. It has been way too long. Expect to see me a bit more often ( I hope) from now on. Until winter hits...
Ntoxcated - thanks for your compliment on my riding- it had me grinning all weeekend.

[R-Soul]

Hi all,
I'm new to group rides but quite interested to know about what might happen on every sunday for the new comer, (other than whats written on OPs first post)
just basically turn up and ride?
would there be any limitations as to which bike? types, cc, etc etc

I've done a long distance trip to welly (in many days) in my old sports bike but not all that psyched about going fast, leaning, kneed down and all that anymore haha,, and just looking for a laid back cruse with some fellow riders :D

Thanks guys!

Everyone does their own speed, and the next turnoff, every body waits till the last one arrives. There is a good mix of speeds, abilities and bikes.

[rick78]

Everyone does their own speed, and the next turnoff, every body waits till the last one arrives. There is a good mix of speeds, abilities and bikes.

anyone going on sunday or are you all waiting for anzac day rideout

[Blackie]

Gday mate,

Did you catch the Volvo action? Just saw your profile pic, and i skipper one of the traditional voyaging canoes that welcomed the racing fleet last month. :Offtopic:

I am planning my last ride before i go off to work for 3months sailing through the S Pacific from Tahiti to home via Raro,Samoa,Fiji,Solomons (Pacific Arts Festival),Vanuatu. It will be great, though no room for the Buell.

Also im trying to do a quick Buell sale as i wanted the Uly for my partner to be more comfortable. Anyhow, either way i was thinking of bringing our 11yr old, he's keen. Te Henga/Bethells Beach is on the cards, i live in Whangaparaoa, and another mate who is a rider may be free. We enjoy, we don't race.

Let me know anyhow, otherwise it will be spring b4 I am free to ride social again. Cheers, Jef

[zx rider]

anyone going on sunday or are you all waiting for anzac day rideout

That would be a big fat YES for Sunday

[rick78]

That would be a big fat YES for Sunday

nope for me... boiler fell through floor and needless to say a cleanup is required

shame... weather looks good for today

everyone have a safe and enjoyable ride out

[Bikemad]

what boiler would that be rick...........

[rick78]

what boiler would that be rick...........

:bleh:

still eyeing up the anzac ride though :)

[Sharry]

Who is up for a ride tomorrow?

[rafaelmagu]

Who is up for a ride tomorrow?

If I get woken up by actual sunshine tomorrow in Auckland Central, count me in. Otherwise I'm out.

[zx rider]

Sunshine should be out this Sunday, I'll be there and it could be an all day ride.

Anyone else keen?

[Sharry]

I'm in, would be nice to turn up and find some company this week, I had a mono bike ride last week all on my lonesome.

[Latte]

If the wife lets me I'm keen to head out.

[rafaelmagu]

I'm keen to ride, but not the whole day. Gotta be back by 2pm for a birthday.

[DODO``]

me gf out of town.. Im keen as for a ride tomorrow :laugh: I can cruise about 200 km ish?
my first time .. n Ill be on the slow rider team... :bleh:

[nathanwhite]

Cheers guys for the escort and adding some...slower members to your group. Great fun up to wellsford and some more even afterwards.

(I think we ran into a BMW owners club ride in waipu. I have never seen so much German machinery in one place before :confused:)


And who am I hugging Maha for again?

[Sharry]

It's always a pleasure to meet more bikes Nathan. Nothing slow about your Scorpio..... you did not lose space between yourself and bike in front and kept good lines the whole way. Pretty good for one year on the road dude .

[madbikeboy]

Cheers guys for the escort and adding some...slower members to your group. Great fun up to wellsford and some more even afterwards.

(I think we ran into a BMW owners club ride in waipu. I have never seen so much German machinery in one place before :confused:)


And who am I hugging Maha for again?

You're hugging Maha and Mom for Madbikeboy.

As for the BMW owners club - did any of them touch you inappropriately? Or did they get straight into boring you to death with their fuel economy tales...

[madbikeboy]

It's always a pleasure to meet more bikes Nathan. Nothing slow about your Scorpio..... you did not lose space between yourself and bike in front and kept good lines the whole way. Pretty good for one year on the road dude .

Speaking of hugging, the Sharry hasn't lost her mad huggin' skills.

[Mom]

You're hugging Maha and Mom for Madbikeboy.


I will make sure I hold young Doogle to that too Mike, hugs back at you :sunny:

[Ragingrob]

Anybody planning on a short ride tomorrow at all?

I could be keen on sh 16 late morning for a relaxed ride if others are interested.

[bike]

Have not joined this group ride before, but is anyone riding on Sunday? How about doing some turns at Scenic Rd?:scooter:

[rafaelmagu]

Weather permitting, I'll be there. Missing the ride!

[bike]

Weather permitting, I'll be there. Missing the ride!

I don't mean to hijack this thread, but I think the weather on Sunday is going to be crap. I plan to ride the scenic rd tomorrow mid afternoon 2ish. Ping me if anyone wants to ride together. Cheers.

[R-Soul]

I just got a ew video cam, and I am dying to try ot out, but will probably need a couple of weeks to get enough brownie points.

[bike]

Anyone riding tomorrow?

[p.dath]

Anyone riding tomorrow?

I might be able to make Monday if the weather holds out.

[Latte]

If the ride is monday i'll tag along.

[Mongolian]

Wow this thread has gone pretty cold.

Anyone keen for a ride this sunday if the weather is good? need to take the new bike out for a decent ride.

[javawocky]

Wow this thread has gone pretty cold...
...just like the weather pretty much

[BoristheBiter]

Wow this thread has gone pretty cold.

Anyone keen for a ride this sunday if the weather is good? need to take the new bike out for a decent ride.

I think that's because it's winter and most have rego's on hold.

[Ntoxcated]

Wow this thread has gone pretty cold.

Anyone keen for a ride this sunday if the weather is good? need to take the new bike out for a decent ride.

Long range forecast looks terrible for Sunday :cold: However given the accuracy of the long range forecast I'd say we're in for a good one :sunny:

[Mongolian]

Long range forecast looks terrible for Sunday :cold: However given the accuracy of the long range forecast I'd say we're in for a good one :sunny:

Yeh Im hoping for the weather to hold as the long range forecast has been far from accurate lately.

[JafaSaffer]

I'm another newbie on the site, and will be without a bike till October, but man once its here I'll be keen as to join you most Sundays. Happy to ride any time on Sundays.

[Mongolian]

So sounds like there might be at least 2 people keen for a ride, hopefully i can drum up some more people if the weather is good. XD

[JafaSaffer]

Would be nice if we can get a regular group together.

[BoristheBiter]

Would be nice if we can get a regular group together.

When the weather gets better and the bikes get rego'ed there will be.

[Mongolian]

Any further takers?, weather looks like it could hold out

[hauda335]

yip might b keen where you gonna meet?

[Mongolian]

yip might b keen where you gonna meet?

Gonna meet at caltex dairy flat at 9:30 to head off for 10, Just checked the rain radar and looks good even though its over cast, hopefully shouldn't rain till this evening or at least afternoon

[Mongolian]

Awesome ride today guys, really enjoyed it. Hopefully the weather is as nice this coming sunday.

Me Mike and Ben just caught the start of the rain as we headed back through Helensville at around 2:30pm other than that was mostly blue skies today. well worth getting out there.

[naaim]

Sundays are always best

[justsomeguy]

You guys free this Sunday?

[Mongolian]

Who's headed out tomorrow? Weather looks like it should be good till at least the evening even up further north.

[justsomeguy]

Who's headed out tomorrow? Weather looks like it should be good till at least the evening even up further north.


Some of us are heading out on Sunday bud. Will PM you the details now.

[Kelz]

Would be nice if we can get a regular group together.

Be good to meet more people who ride so I'd be into this sometimes.

[JafaSaffer]

Picking up my new bike on the 13th of October. Ill do the Pink Ribbon run (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/152902-WIMA-Auckland-9th-Annual-Pink-Ribbon-Motorcycle-Charity-Ride-Sunday-14-10-12) on the 14th in St Johns.

[sootie]

I am expecting to get my bike back on the road in about a fortnight, and am interested in the Sunday rides north from the Caltex station. I have never joined any of these rides before, so would be pleased to hear a few encouraging comments at this time. I may have a mate interested in joining some rides too.

[DMNTD]

Anyone keen on a scratch tomorrow (Saturday)? New bike...must learn!
We are considering Waipu Pizza Barn or similar

[rafaelmagu]

I'm keen on re-joining the rides. They were great fun earlier in the year, and then winter arrived. :cold:

Will try and make it this Sunday if weather's good.

[javawocky]

I am expecting to get my bike back on the road in about a fortnight, and am interested in the Sunday rides north from the Caltex station. I have never joined any of these rides before, so would be pleased to hear a few encouraging comments at this time. I may have a mate interested in joining some rides too.

If you don't enjoy it I will give you your money back :msn-wink:

Very user friendly bunch of people, go your own pace, you will not get lost as there is normally a Tail end Charley (Or Charlotte) making sure everyone finds the way.

Mostly sporty bikes cruisers, motards etc also attend - legend even tells of a modified GN250 which was brought along under duress and lived to ride another day, but motorway speeds are pretty much required.

I won't be there this week but my bike has been complaining about the boring winter commutes and wants to get out and stretch its legs sometime soon...

[sootie]

If you don't enjoy it I will give you your money back :msn-wink:

Very user friendly bunch of people, go your own pace, you will not get lost as there is normally a Tail end Charley (Or Charlotte) making sure everyone finds the way.

Mostly sporty bikes cruisers, motards etc also attend - legend even tells of a modified GN250 which was brought along under duress and lived to ride another day, but motorway speeds are pretty much required.

I won't be there this week but my bike has been complaining about the boring winter commutes and wants to get out and stretch its legs sometime soon...

Motorway speeds no problem. We would mostly just like to come some times for the company.
It will be a couple of weeks yet as mentioned - is it a 10am start??

[DMNTD]

Anyone keen on a scratch tomorrow (Saturday)? New bike...must learn!
We are considering Waipu Pizza Barn or similar

PS....no I do not ride a GN125 so there won't be an issue with me keeping up :eek:

[MadDuck]

PS....no I do not ride a GN125 so there won't be an issue with me keeping up :eek:

So you bought the GN250? Wow go you :bleh:

[DMNTD]

So you bought the GN250? Wow go you :bleh:

I hear that T&T are having a sale! :bleh:

[justsomeguy]

I hear that T&T are having a sale! :bleh:

Oye granpa some of us are heading down to your old stomping ground - via the Tane Mahuta on Sunday.


Meeting at the Z service station in Massey at 10am.

Bring your new bike:

http://genuinescooters.com/images/owners/buddy/std/pink-scooter.jpg

[justsomeguy]

I'm keen on re-joining the rides. They were great fun earlier in the year, and then winter arrived. :cold:

Will try and make it this Sunday if weather's good.



Hey Rafael,

JSG here - came to yours to check out your leathers. Missed out by clicking the next bid too late.

If you would like to meet here: https://maps.google.co.nz/maps?oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&q=z+asti+lane&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=0x6d0d3fe32c9e4c69:0x4c569049138d7568,Asti+L n,+Massey,+Auckland&gl=nz&ei=f9dbUNM-jpOIB_D4gMgK&ved=0CCEQ8gEwAA

At 10am on Sunday. Some of us are off for a slow and careful ride.

[DMNTD]

Keen but working

[Hobbyhorse]

Sunday riding sounds good ... weather being cooperative of course.

Cheers,

Rhys

[Fellix]

Hey guys, i'm new here... I would love to join your ride tomorrow, would you mind to have someone with L plate in a group?

[justsomeguy]

Keen but working

Always next time. Good group, 11 bikes in total, most of them ride like you too. Got badly pissed on in Wellsford so turned around and rode back via 16, then scenic drive and towards Piha and back.

[justsomeguy]

Hey guys, i'm new here... I would love to join your ride tomorrow, would you mind to have someone with L plate in a group?

Hi there,

Sorry didn't check this thread as I wasn't home much over the weekend.

L plates don't matter. As long as you feel comfortable on your bike. The group splits up according to riding speed and we all regroup many times along the way.

See you next time.

[Fellix]

See you next time.

Awesome, see you next weekend

[dangermouse_1974]

Inactive on the forums for a while so I'll ask...is this ride on this coming weekend (weather permitting)? Living on the NS it's not too far to get to :)

[justsomeguy]

Awesome, see you next weekend



Inactive on the forums for a while so I'll ask...is this ride on this coming weekend (weather permitting)? Living on the NS it's not too far to get to :)


No idea. I'm busy this weekend. Perhaps the original organisers/group may want to post their intentions.

[Ntoxcated]

The weather is looking good, but there is an A.R.T. day at Pukekohe that a lot of us will be at.

[BoristheBiter]

I don't know which bike I will be riding this weekend so I will wait and see.

[Hobbyhorse]

I am planning to be there on Sunday 29th at 0930.

Cheers,

Rhys

[Ntoxcated]

I am planning to be there on Sunday 29th at 0930.

Cheers,

Rhys

Dude, the next Sunday 29th aint 'til next year! :rolleyes:

[Hobbyhorse]

Bugger ... let me try that again and make it the 30th!!

Rhys

[BoristheBiter]

the weather says not then its yes so I will wait until the day.

[Fellix]

We're going tomorrow to goat island, if anyone is keen to join, please answer here... for now it's unclear who wants to ride

[BoristheBiter]

We're going tomorrow to goat island, if anyone is keen to join, please answer here... for now it's unclear who wants to ride

The ride is on a Sunday,
Most regulars will be at puky.
Some are waiting to see what the weather will do.
Any more questions?

[Fellix]

The ride is on a Sunday,
Most regulars will be at puky.
Some are waiting to see what the weather will do.
Any more questions?

I might be unclear or misunderstood rules of the thread, beg a pardon in this case, however sunday's ride would be awesome and I'd love to join, however we will go tomorrow as well, this is gonna be the other ride... If it isn't too much to ride two days abreast :)

[DMNTD]

Could be keen for a scratch tomorrow if all is well.
Just need a reminder of where and when

[shonofear]

Could be keen for a scratch tomorrow if all is well.
Just need a reminder of where and when

same with me.
keen for some twisties

[BlightyBiker]

Im a newbie and keen to join! Hope you won't mind the L plate. I've got a 250 but she'll keep up fine. Im not sure im going to be able to make it first thing in the morning though. How long do the rides go on for? Is there somewhere I can meet up with the group later in the day?

Tara

[shonofear]

any details etc?

[zx rider]

looks like a good day tomorrow. And a few of the old regulars are
coming along. :yes:

[Harry up]

any details etc?

Hi all, first post says 0930 at Dairy Flat Caltex, then decide on route from there.
I'll come along for a look-see, weather looks mint.

[Hobbyhorse]

A late change of plans and I can not make it for this weekend.

Cheers,

Rhys

[BlightyBiker]

If you guys are still out around half 12 onwards id be keen to join if someone could let me know where you end up? Number is 027 5166 952. Cheers!

[shonofear]

sad i couldnt make it in the end, had to go car shopping (had enough of rain riding and cleaning it all the time)
real keen on the next outing.
chur

[BoristheBiter]

It was a good ride.
a bit rusty after not riding over winter and the leathers seem to have shrunk:innocent:

Waipu still as good as ever, pity the new seal on cove road is completely fucked again.

[JafaSaffer]

Hi, Any regular weekend rides happening towards south of Auckland?

[Mongolian]

Hi, Any regular weekend rides happening towards south of Auckland?

Have you got the new Duke?

'Justsomeguy' posts rides out south pretty often so keep an eye out for his posts.

[JafaSaffer]

Hey mate, Thanks for that, Ill keep an eye out for his posts.

Will fetch the 1199 in Tauranga on the 13th from Bayride. It arrived in Auckland on Friday so will get a mate down there to do the paint protection etc.

Hope the weather is good for the ride back :yes:

[BoristheBiter]

We also do some rides south but usually talk about it the week before (or in text) as I don't like posting which way we will be heading.

The popo is watching:Police:

[Maha]

We also do some rides south but usually talk about it the week before (or in text) as I don't like posting which way we will be heading.

The popo is watching:Police:

I think they gave watching this thread ages ago, the Police bore very easily.

My mistake, thought this was the ATNR thread...:facepalm:

[BoristheBiter]

I think they gave watching this thread ages ago, the Police bore very easily.

My mistake, thought this was the ATNR thread...:facepalm:

You could very well be right but i are not taking any chances, well more than is necessary.:innocent: